OAR 581-017-0005: Definitions

The following definitions apply to Oregon Administrative Rules in division 17, chapter 581 that implement strategic investments as part of the Oregon Early Reading Program, Guidance and Support for Post-Secondary Aspirations Program and Connecting to the World of Work Program: (1) “40-40-20 goal” means the mission of Oregon’s education system as described in ORS 351.009. (2) “Achievement gap” means the research-based gap in achievement that often exists between students who are economically disadvantaged, students learning English as a second language, African American, Hispanic or Native American and their peers. (3) “Network” means the Network of Quality Teaching and Learning established by chapter 661, Oregon Law 2013 (Enrolled House Bill 3233). (4) “Students who are economically disadvantaged” means students who are eligible for free or reduced price school meals.