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Portland board unanimously approves purchase of 1 North for Center for Black Student Excellence
Summary
After extensive public testimony from community leaders and parents, the board voted 7–0 to authorize acquisition of the 1 North building to house the Center for Black Student Excellence; staff said estimated short-term tax costs will be covered by bond funds and operating plans include tenanting and philanthropic support.
The Portland Public Schools Board of Education voted unanimously Dec. 2 to authorize the superintendent to complete acquisition of the 1 North building for the Center for Black Student Excellence (CBSE).
State and local leaders, community organizers and education advocates told the board the purchase fulfills a voter‑approved priority and would create a targeted hub of culturally responsive services for Black…
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