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An Inspiring Conversation: Beven Byrnes on Leadership, Community, and Middle School Education
We’re excited to share that our executive director, Beven Byrnes, was recently featured in an Inspiring Conversation with OregonVoyager. In the interview, Beven reflects on her leadership journey, the values that shape the Bridges community, and what she believes students need most during the critical middle school years.
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Exciting Summer Camp Opportunities!
This summer, Bridges Middle School is excited to help bring creativity, STEM learning, artistic exploration, and joyful community experiences to students and families across Portland!
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Beven Byrnes Featured on More Good News Wednesday
Earlier this month, our Executive Director, Beven Byrnes, was featured on More Good News Wednesday, a podcast hosted by renowned entrepreneur and thought leader David Meltzer.
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ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT: DECLAN, CLASS OF 2022
At this year’s S.O.A.R. Soirée, Declan shared an insightful and personal reflection on the word “S.O.A.R.” He told the audience, “When I hear the word S.O.A.R., it lands differently with me. Because getting off the ground takes the right conditions, the right support, and people who believe in you. Bridges was that for me.” In…
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Bridges’ 2026 S.O.A.R. Soirée Recap
This year’s event helped break down financial barriers and invested in our families, teachers, and students—all so we can help more kids rise to their full potential.
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What if “Bad Behavior” Is Actually A Cry for Help?
If you’re a fan of the Real Life, Whole Talk podcast, you may have recognized a familiar voice — our Executive Director, Beven Byrnes, who was recently featured on the show.
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From Surviving to Thriving: A Neurodiversity Week Perspective on Belonging
We’re proud to share that our Executive Director, Beven Byrnes, was recently featured in Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine with an insightful opinion piece titled “One Mom’s Fight to Help Kids Feel Like They Belong.”
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Spring Break 2026 in Portland
Spring break can bring a mix of excitement and uncertainty—especially for families of neurodiverse middle schoolers. The shift in routine can be challenging, but it also opens the door to meaningful connection, exploration, and rest.
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Bridges Leaders Recognized as Global Gamechangers in CEO News Daily Feature
We are proud to share that our Executive Director, Beven Byrnes, and Principal, Dr. Carrie Hall, have been recognized in CEO News Dailyas part of “18 Women Leaders and Gamechangers Making the World a Better Place.”
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What Does Neurodivergent Mean? A Parent’s Guide to Understanding Learning Differences
Businesses and schools are currently preparing for neurodiversity week, and as such, it and similar terms like neurodivergence are being used across several media, some talking about the importance of inclusion, others explaining why some kids take 3 hours to finish homework. In that sea of technical to educational information, it gets to a point…
