Season 10 Host Introduction- Sakura Hamada

Welcome to Season Ten of the OEA Grow Podcast, a member-led production of the Oregon Education Association. This season’s topic is “Supporting Newly Arrived Students,” with an in-depth look at how educators can address the needs of students who have recently come into the school system, a group that includes migrants, refugees, and children of migrant workers.

Our host is Sakura Hamada, school counselor for the Portland Public Schools District and a leader in local and state-wide initiatives for cultural awareness. In the coming weeks, Sakura will speak with educators who work with newly arrived students of all grade levels, from elementary school to community college. Tune in each week to learn how we can support these students and their families.