Introduction Welcome History Fast Facts OES Traditions Episcopal Tradition Governance ... Employment 6300 SW Nicol Road Portland, OR 97223 History of OES Twelve lots, bordered by Vista Avenue, St. Clair, Main, and Park Streets, are purchased as a new site for St. Helens Hall. On June 9, 1890, the cornerstone is laid, and on February 24, 1891, the new school is ready for students. Miss Mary Burton Rodney, the principal of St. Helens Hall, dies at the age of 62. The Sisters of St. John Baptist come from New York to take over as directors of St. Helens Hall. Fire sweeps the School at its Vista-St. Clair address. Only the south wing remains, but classes continue to be held and boarders are housed in an Episcopal residence on 19th and Everett. The decision is made to lease the old Portland Academy building on 13th Avenue and Hall Street and use this location as the site for the elementary and high school. The Board of Trustees decide to purchase the 13th and Hall property. The grounds are developed and improved. | |
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