How We're Supporting Districts With ODE Early Literacy Success Grants

The Oregon Department of Education will award $90 million for early literacy grants during the 2023-25 biennium. NWRESD will support districts in Clatsop, Columbia, Tillamook and Washington counties with grant application planning and writing. Learn more about the services we're offering.

09/11/2023 9:28 AM

Join Us For a Virtual Training Series on Teaching Computer Science to Elementary-Aged Students

Our virtual deep-dive series is open to any K-5 educator looking to level up their Code.org skills in the classroom.

09/11/2023 9:13 AM

This Is What An Inclusive Partnership Preschool Looks Like

On Tuesday, Sept. 12, Northwest Regional Education Service District’s Board of Directors will recognize Amazing Minds Child Development Center for its efforts to create inclusive preschool opportunities for children experiencing disabilities.

09/11/2023 8:30 AM

Important Updates Coming to Attendance Services and Truancy

Starting in the fall of 2021, Senate Bill 817 removed the Class C violation of truancy in Oregon. As a result, Oregon county courts no longer accept truancy citations. Therefore, NWRESD’s attendance team will no longer issue citations for truancy.

09/09/2023 8:03 AM

Read Superintendent Goldman's Back-to-School Message

Our September newsletter includes a feature about Amazing Minds Child Development Center, information about our free preschool and playgroup opportunities in Washington County and our upcoming events for educators.

09/09/2023 7:51 AM

Care and Connection Day Brings Together Students, Families New and Old

Coming to the Care and Connection Day on Aug. 28 was a full circle moment for recent graduate Hannah Freauf. She was able to connect with students the way staff had connected with her when she started at the school four years earlier.

09/07/2023 10:00 AM

Join our Regional Educator Network as a Coordinating Body Member

Apply by Sept. 19 to help us diversify our region's teacher workforce. You'll be compensated for your time, and substitute costs will be covered.

09/05/2023 2:29 PM

Learn About Our Fall Instructional Training Opportunities

09/05/2023 11:35 AM

Partner Spotlight: Amazing Minds Child Development Center Serves as an Outstanding Model for Partnership Preschools

On Tuesday, September 12, two Amazing Minds Child Development Center locations will receive recognition from the Northwest Regional Education Service District Board of Directors for exemplifying inclusive, partnership preschools.

09/05/2023 10:44 AM

Congratulations to NWRESD Educators Celebrating Work Anniversaries

These 36 educators have provided a cumulative 420 years of service to NWRESD. We’d like to extend our deepest gratitude for the many years of service and support.

09/01/2023 2:30 PM

NWRESD Finance Director Receives Internationally Recognized Fiscal Certification

In the world of school finance, there is only one nationally recognized certification available. It’s called the Certified Administrator of School Finance and Operations or SFO for short. This past August, our finance director Tera VanDyke received her SFO.

08/28/2023 7:21 PM

Early Intervention Team Gains New Assistant Principal

Colleen Nolan, a school psychologist who has worked for Northwest Regional Education Service District for 15 years, has recently been named assistant principal of the Washington County Early Intervention program.

08/15/2023 7:29 AM

Clatsop Service Center Has Moved to Astoria

The new address of our Clatsop Service Center is 785 Alameda Ave Astoria, OR 97103.

08/04/2023 10:08 AM

Free Preschool, Playgroup Opportunities Available in September

We are hosting free preschool and playgroups for children ages 3-5 who are typically developing to learn and play alongside children who are receiving services from us.

08/02/2023 3:23 PM

School Nurses Help Students Bring Their Best Selves to School

Nurses keep track of an average of 1,500 students every school year. And every day, they make sure students receive medication, manage chronic conditions, provide first aid and connect students to health care and other resources.

07/25/2023 12:33 PM

Jennifer Vanderschuere Accepts Early Learning Director Position

Jennifer Vanderschuere has accepted the position of director of early learning. She joins NWRESD from St. Helens School District’s Columbia City Elementary where she has been principal for 6 years.

06/20/2023 11:06 AM

NWRESD's Fiscal Services Team Snags Award From Tyler Technologies

NWRESD was one of 32 public entities to gain recognition for our use of School ERP Pro (formerly Infinite Visions). We received recognition in the equity and access category.

06/16/2023 2:01 PM

Read Superintendent Dan Goldman's June Message

We know there's always more to do, but as the school year comes to a close, we're also taking a look back to celebrate the many accomplishments of our students and families this year. We hope you enjoy perusing our top 10 news stories from 2022-23.

06/16/2023 9:43 AM

Board Proclaims June 19 as Juneteenth Independence Day

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the NWRESD Board of Directors honors June 19, 2023, as Juneteenth Independence Day.

06/14/2023 12:00 PM

Happy Juneteenth ❤️🖤💚💛

Here are five ways you can commemorate the 158th anniversary of Juneteenth Independence Day.

06/13/2023 3:42 PM