"Sports honestly saved my life," Gary Muzzy says in this conversation without any hesitation. For many years he has coached swimming and water polo at the youth and high school levels for both his organization Blue Crush and for Parkrose High School. As a swimmer herself, Gary's mother got him and ... » Learn More about Swimming and Water Polo (?!) in Parkrose w/ Gary & Melissa Muzzy | Parkrose Life Podcast #15
Youth & Student Stories
Community Plan Offers Wide Range of Proposals
Residents of the Parkrose area can chime in on a community plan designed to address a number of area issues, from job creation to pedestrian safety on Sandy Boulevard. You can share your thoughts on the Draft Parkrose Community Plan by taking this survey, through April 30, at ... » Learn More about Community Plan Offers Wide Range of Proposals
Ten Grands Concert to Raise Money for Music Education Nonprofit
Parkrose High alumnus Michael Allen Harrison returns to Schnitzer Saturday, April 16. Michael Allen Harrison’s 21st Ten Grands concert, featuring 10 pianists, will take place at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, April 16, in Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall. Proceeds will benefit Play It Forward, the ... » Learn More about Ten Grands Concert to Raise Money for Music Education Nonprofit
Parkrose Life Podcast 12: Parkrose HS Life Skills Teacher Jake Dorr
As the Life Skills Lead Teacher at Parkrose High School, Jake Dorr helps students with a range of challenges such as autism, Down syndrome, and other learning disabilities. He uniquely designs learning opportunities for his students based on their Individualized Education Plans (IEP). He also works ... » Learn More about Parkrose Life Podcast 12: Parkrose HS Life Skills Teacher Jake Dorr
Equip Academy Home to Parkrose Pugilists
Gym manager promotes boxing as therapy A few weeks ago, Macie Schaeffer, manager and boxing instructor at Equip Academy, 13828 NE Sandy Blvd Portland, OR 97230 (Sandy Plaza), was walking home when a man started to follow her and harass her. “Finally, he called me a ‘bitch’,” she recalled. “I ... » Learn More about Equip Academy Home to Parkrose Pugilists
Parkrose Life Podcast 8: Slavic Culture & Community w/ Masha Egorenko
Masha Egorenko works at Parkrose Middle School through IRCO as a Slavic Community Coordinator & Youth Advocate. I'm so thankful she talked with me for the podcast! I think this chat is beneficial for anyone who feels they don't have a great understanding of their Slavic neighbors. Keep reading ... » Learn More about Parkrose Life Podcast 8: Slavic Culture & Community w/ Masha Egorenko
Parkrose Life Podcast 5: Elevate Oregon Director & Basketball Coach Donell Morgan
Donell Morgan is the director of Elevate Oregon whose mentors build relationships with Parkrose students to promote education and help them develop leadership, life skills, and character. He is a former professional basketball player with college coaching experience who now coaches the Parkrose boys ... » Learn More about Parkrose Life Podcast 5: Elevate Oregon Director & Basketball Coach Donell Morgan
Parkrose Life Podcast 4: School Board Member, Pastor & Activist Ashley Brassea
Ashley Brassea and I first met because she was running for Parkrose School Board, and she was one of my first interviews for this website! (and she won!) She's definitely helped me get further connected in the community. She's a caring friend who lives in Maywood Park and is now Vice-Chair of the ... » Learn More about Parkrose Life Podcast 4: School Board Member, Pastor & Activist Ashley Brassea
Pastor Robin Wisner Runs for Maywood Park City Council
I first met Pastor Robin Wisner at a march in Maywood Park he co-led and enjoyed his quiet humility and eagerness to share wisdom. He's running for city council of Maywood Park, and I think you'll enjoy getting to know him! You can follow his campaign at his Facebook page. By the way - Parkrose Life ... » Learn More about Pastor Robin Wisner Runs for Maywood Park City Council
Portland Give Guide 2020 Parkrose Edition
Many of the needs in our neighborhood are apparent, but some of us might be surprised how many people are serving and working hard to provide for those needs. One of my main goals for this blog is to highlight people who are blessing our community and share opportunities for others to join in. A ... » Learn More about Portland Give Guide 2020 Parkrose Edition
