Over the past few years, our Newberg community has faced significant challenges—from disruptions in our schools to growing division and distrust among neighbors due to political polarity. Despite these hardships, we’ve also seen the incredible resilience of our community: people coming together to support one another, advocate for children and families, and rebuild trust through dialogue and shared action.

Now, we face a variety of new challenges. Recent federal funding cuts are creating real gaps in essential services—especially in areas like health care, education, and community support. These will create gaps in services that will have a direct impact on our neighbors, our schools, and the most vulnerable among us.

Rather than give in to discouragement, we believe this is a moment to come together with renewed purpose. We are committed to working across differences to ensure that our community continues to thrive. That means listening to one another, identifying where needs are greatest, and finding creative, compassionate solutions—together.

Our values are rooted in our faith and in the belief that every person deserves dignity, care, and opportunity. We are inspired by the legacy of Newberg’s Quaker founders and the many people who have worked tirelessly to make this a place of welcome and hope. We believe in the power of community to rise above division and meet challenges with courage and grace.

When we launched this group in 2023, our goal was focused on overcoming challenges that had befallen our schools and our children’s education. We told the stories of our town—stories that reflect the humanity, strength, and spirit of our neighbors and helped drive the changes to support the values of the majority of our community. Today, a mission that supports unity and the stories of our community feels more important than ever. By lifting up the voices of those affected by change, we hope to inspire action rooted in empathy and shared responsibility.

Let’s continue building a Newberg where everyone belongs, where every child is supported, and where we face the future not with fear, but with faith in one another.

Our Mission Statement

We are a collective of local writers dedicated to fostering unity and compassion in our community. Through thoughtful storytelling and clear communication, we shine a light on the events, challenges, and needs that shape our shared lives. By informing our neighbors and amplifying local voices, we aim to inspire connection, encourage action, and build a stronger, more caring community—together.

*Please contact us if you have a story you’d like to share or a topic you’d like us to explore. This is our old email, being used for a new, broader purpose:  betternsdschoolboard@gmail.com