A bridge between home, hospital, and school

The hospital school program is committed to providing students a flexible and motivational educational experience to serve as a bridge between home, hospital, and school.

Our program offers educational services to inpatient and outpatient students receiving medical care across five hospital sites in the Portland Metro area.

WHY IS SCHOOL SO IMPORTANT DURING HOSPITALIZATION?

Gives a sense of purpose and belonging

Offers a welcome distraction

Combats feelings of isolation during hospitalization

Develops and maintains academic skills

Offers opportunities to make real connections with peers

Participation in familiar routines like school helps children cope with hospitalization

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Thank you all so much for making this week such a fun experience from. You guys really helped me to understand my work when I had troubles. Especially Lori, thank you a lot for wanting me to take a break and have some fun. It was great being able to play all the fun games with you. Also, Joe you were a huge help to my math work and I don’t know if I could’ve done it without you. Overall I just want to say thank you so much for making my week better and funner.
From Blake, 5th grade

Thank you