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Recent News
NWRESD Foundation Now Accepting Mini-Grant Applications
The grant application is open to any educator working for NWRESD or at one of the 20 component school districts in our region.
10/24/2022 10:18 AM
Johnna Timmes Resigns, Peggy Freund Named Interim Executive Director of Early Learning at Northwest Regional Education Service District
The agency is seeking partner and staff input about hiring the next permanent leader.
10/21/2022 3:29 PM
Read Superintendent Dan Goldman's Back-to-School Message
The 2022-23 school year is well underway, and Northwest Regional Education Service District is buzzing with activity. Our September newsletter introduces you to Eliana Mason and Steph Littlebird, two alumni from our region.
09/22/2022 11:31 AM
You’re Invited to a Native American Board Resolution Celebration
Join us at our next board meeting for a community recognition of Native American Heritage Month. Community members, educators, partners and NWRESD staff are invited to attend the virtual meeting from 6-8 p.m. on Oct. 11.
09/19/2022 12:21 PM
Join Us As We Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
The Northwest Regional ESD board officially recognized Hispanic Heritage Month at its August meeting and encouraged students, staff and community members to study Hispanic culture and history, recognize Hispanic contributions in our communities and strive for appreciation and inclusion year-round.
09/19/2022 11:31 AM
Families: Share Your Thoughts, Win Children’s Books
Is your family receiving Early Intervention or Early Childhood Special Education services? Take 5-7 minutes to complete a survey about your experience and how we can expand our services to include more family involvement. Participants are eligible to win a set of free children's books.
07/20/2022 9:30 AM
Read Our Most Recent Masking Requirements
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released another update to the COVID-19 community levels. Clatsop, Columbia and Tillamook counties are in the MEDIUM community level. Washington County remains in the HIGH community level.
07/12/2022 12:50 PM
Peggy Freund Named Director of Early Learning
Dr. Peggy Freund is a "fierce advocate for the children in our programs," says Dan Goldman, NWRESD superintendent. "Families and children will benefit from her expertise and passion as she takes on this new leadership role."
07/12/2022 9:45 AM
Important Updates to Mask Requirements Due to High Transmission in Our Region
To maintain safe, in-person summer programming and keep schools safely open, we updating our COVID-19 protocols.
07/06/2022 4:15 PM
Megan McCarter Named Interim Chief Academic Officer
Northwest Regional Education Service District (NWRESD) has appointed Dr. Megan McCarter as the interim chief academic officer, effective July 1.
06/28/2022 5:12 PM
Read Superintendent Goldman's June Message
For our educators and students, this has arguably been the most challenging school year in modern times
06/14/2022 3:41 PM
Read About Our 2021-22 Retirees
It's hard to sum up a career, especially when it spans decades. Read on to learn about our 2021-22 retirees' proudest accomplishments and favorite memories. We've also included kudos from colleagues.
06/10/2022 11:56 AM
Northwest Regional Education Service District Expands Antiracism Work Through Equity Learning Teams
At Northwest Regional Education Service District, equity work is not a one-day seminar or a once-a-year proclamation signed by the board of directors.
06/10/2022 7:48 AM
Don’t Miss Our June Career Nights
Join us any Wednesday in June from 4-7 p.m. to learn about open licensed and classified positions and participate in on-the-spot interviews.
05/19/2022 1:31 PM
May is Better Hearing and Speech Month: Spotlight on Speech-Language Pathologists
Children who work with speech-language pathologists can make tremendous gains through various types of interventions. Northwest Regional ESD has about 90 speech-language pathologists who work with children from birth to age 21.
05/19/2022 12:26 PM
Let’s Get Ready for Toilet Training
We know the internet is full of ideas about how to tackle toilet training with your child. We’re here to cut through the noise and give you some time-tested tips to get you started.
05/19/2022 12:08 PM
Read the May Issue of the Early Learner
This month's Early Learner brings you tips for toilet training, a recap of our April Town Hall and a feature about how speech-language pathologists help children and families address speech and language disorders.
05/19/2022 11:48 AM
NWRESD Board Recognizes Licensed Staff at May Meeting
The licensed staff shared some of the challenges and opportunities that have arisen during the pandemic, they highlighted how vital the classified staff are in supporting students and they talked about the importance of inclusion.
05/18/2022 3:07 PM
Deputy Superintendent Sarah Pope Accepts Stand for Children Oregon Executive Director Position
Sarah Pope, deputy superintendent at Northwest Regional Education Service District, will be leaving at the end of the school year to assume the role of executive director for Stand for Children Oregon.
05/16/2022 11:55 AM
Read Superintendent Goldman's May Message
Spring is here! And with it comes the many school traditions that celebrate the achievements of our young learners. Culminating academic activities, dances, school-wide celebrations and graduation ceremonies remind me how fun it is to be in the kid business!
05/04/2022 1:28 PM