Oregon Teachers Strike for Higher Wages, More Time to Plan Lessons, and a Cap on Class Sizes, Closing Portland Schools for 45,000 Students

Teachers in Portland, Oregon, have gone on strike, resulting in the closure of schools for over 45,000 students in the state's largest district. The strike is due to demands for higher wages, more time for lesson planning, a cap on class sizes, and other issues. This is the first time that teachers in Portland Public Schools (PPS) have gone on strike after failing to reach a contract agreement with district officials. The strike is driven by the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the need for better pay and support for students.