News From the Executive Director

  • The Divergent Gift: Unboxing Autism

    The Divergent Gift: Unboxing Autism

    It is with great joy and excitement that we announce our partnership with the upcoming film The Divergent Gift: Unboxing Autism, as well as an upcoming event that you will not want to miss out on! As an upcoming documentary, The Divergent Gift: Unboxing Autism focuses on deepening positive Autistic identity through visualizing the various…

  • Thank You, Sean Gabrio

    Thank You, Sean Gabrio

    It is with sadness and much gratitude that Bridges says good-bye to board member, Sean Gabrio.  Sean is a Senior Vice President at Pacific Wealth Group and brought his expertise to the board in 2015.  He helped stabilize the school financially and then guided it through its move downtown and the period of growth that…

  • It’s Official—Bridges Gala is April 13 and You’re Invited!

    It’s Official—Bridges Gala is April 13 and You’re Invited!

    Cue the music, light the room and bust out the disco ball—Bridges’ Gala is coming up on Saturday, April 13, and we want you to be there with us! Bridges’ 2024 Gala | 25th Anniversary Prom Edition Saturday, April 13, 2024 Doors at 5:30PM | Program at 7PM Castaway Portland, 1900 NW 18th Ave, Portland,…

  • Thank You for Helping Us Reach Our Goal

    Thank You for Helping Us Reach Our Goal

    With your help, we ended 2023 with great celebration. We are all blown away by the generosity of our community. Together, we surpassed our 2023 Annual Fund goal of $62,500, raising more than $72,000 for Bridges’ students.   Launched each fall, Bridges’ Annual Fund is dedicated to helping cover the school’s most basic costs. Funds…

  • Kicking Off the 25th Season of Gratitude and Giving at Bridges

    Kicking Off the 25th Season of Gratitude and Giving at Bridges

    Fall is here!  Leaves are crunching underfoot; there is a nip in the air; and Bridges Middle School students are hard at work. As we head into the Thanksgiving break with friends and family, we are grateful for each and every one of you for your unwavering support and partnership. The long holiday break also…