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An Optometrist Apart: Blending Vision Care with Pediatrics and Education
When it comes to helping the 775 children in Oregon who experience low vision, there's only one optometrist assessing their vision and then recommending which aids and techniques to use when attending school. Meet Dr. John Lowery, an optometrist and professor at Pacific University.
03/16/2023 7:58 AM
Board Proclaims March 13-17, 2023, as Neurodiversity Celebration Week
BE IT RESOLVED that the NWRESD Board of Directors recognizes March 13-17, 2023, as Neurodiversity Celebration Week.
03/15/2023 1:30 PM
Board Proclaims March 6-9, 2023, as Classified Employee Appreciation Week
BE IT RESOLVED that the NWRESD Board of Directors recognizes March 6-9, 2023, as Classified Employee Appreciation Week
03/15/2023 10:30 AM
Come Learn About Working for Northwest Regional ESD
We are currently hiring for various classroom and non-classroom positions, including early childhood educators, instructional and administrative assistants and speech-language pathologists. Our career nights will offer on-the-spot interviews and on-site child care.
03/14/2023 2:28 PM
Highlights from the Oregon School Employees Association Legislative Education Day
Three NWRESD staff members attended the legislative education day on March 5 and 6 in Salem. The event was hosted by the Oregon School Employees Association (OSEA).
03/14/2023 8:12 AM
Read Superintendent Dan Goldman's March Message
Our March newsletter brings you upcoming events for educators, a celebration of classified staff and ways to get involved with Neurodiversity Celebration Week.
03/14/2023 7:49 AM
Regional Inclusive Services Program Makes Inclusive Education Possible
“We’re still people," says tenth grader Sophia Dirks. "We still can do things by ourselves and live independently, but we need help learning to get there.” Sophia lost her vision at age 9 and has received specialized vision services through Regional Inclusive Services since that time.
03/08/2023 3:40 PM
NEW DATE: You're Invited to a Community Film Screening of 'The Rebellious Life of Mrs. Rosa Parks'
We've rescheduled our community film screening of "The Rebellious Life of Mrs. Rosa Parks." We hope you can join us from 6-8 p.m. at the Washington Service Center in Hillsboro for this free screening.
03/06/2023 10:24 AM
Sherry Ely to Continue in 2023-24 as Interim Chief Financial Officer
Sherry Ely will continue as interim chief financial officer for the 2023-24 school year. She has been serving in the interim role since August of 2022. “We are so fortunate to have Sherry staying on with us as our interim chief financial officer for another year,” says Superintendent Dan Goldman.
02/27/2023 4:00 PM
Working with the Latine Community? Attend Free Sessions to Help Support Mental Health and Well-Being
From now through July, Raíces de Bienestar, a local nonprofit, and Trauma Informed Oregon, a statewide collaborative that supports wellness and resilience, are offering free sessions in Spanish for educators and community partners who work with the Latine community in Oregon.
02/24/2023 3:06 PM
NWRESD Foundation Announces 2022-23 Grant Winners
Northwest Regional Education Service District’s Foundation has awarded educators in Clatsop, Columbia, Tillamook and Washington counties with $26,865 in grant funding.
02/24/2023 11:20 AM
Board Proclaims March as Women's History Month
BE IT RESOLVED that the NWRESD Board of Directors recognizes March as Women's History Month.
02/15/2023 8:14 AM
NFL Patriots Player Kendrick Bourne Visits Student BIPOC Affinity Group
Friday was an exciting day for the Student BIPOC Affinity Group at Cascade, Pacific and Columbia academies. The student-led Black, Indigenous and People of Color group welcomed Kendrick Bourne and his wife, Vanessa. Kendrick plays football for the New England Patriots.
02/13/2023 3:09 PM
Read Superintendent Dan Goldman's February Message
Our February newsletter includes a feature about what students in our blind and visually impaired program are learning about. Hint: It’s delicious. We’re also screening the 2022 documentary “The Rebellious Life of Mrs. Rosa Parks” in recognition of Black History Month.
02/10/2023 12:26 PM
Stacy Rager to Serve as our Next Executive Director of Early Learning
Stacy Rager, our Columbia Service Center administrator, will be the next executive director of early learning at Northwest Regional Education Service District (NWRESD) beginning July 1.
02/10/2023 10:59 AM
Northwest Regional ESD Seeks Board Members for Zones 2, 5, Business and Social Services Positions
Northwest Regional Education Service District is seeking candidates for two zone (elected) and two appointed positions. The open zoned positions are Zones 2 and 5 and the open appointed positions are in Business and Social Services.
02/10/2023 10:04 AM
NWRESD Supports Regional Schools with Fiscal, Business Services
In addition to the special education, outdoor school or technology services that education service districts are known for, our agency also provides business services to school districts. During the 2021-22 school year, we supported 11 districts.
02/09/2023 8:03 AM
Nominations Now Open to Recognize Education Support Professionals
This award honors the contributions of people across the state who provide exemplary support of Oregon’s most valuable resource: our students. Nominate an educational support professional for this recognition by Feb. 28.
02/08/2023 3:19 PM
Northwest Promise is Now Career and College Readiness
Northwest Regional Education Service District launched a new career and college readiness program this past fall. Northwest Promise, the dual credit program we offered from 2014-2022, is now part of Willamette Promise. Services include career services for high school students and educator training.
02/08/2023 12:59 PM
Pizza, Salad and Friends — Just Another Friday with Our Vision Program
As he lowered the oven door, the heat spread across his face. The smell of baked pizza wafted out. Riley slowly reached in, his hands covered in thick black and red gloves. He reached for the pan and slowly raised it out of the oven and onto the stove.
02/06/2023 10:24 AM