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Board Proclaims March as Women's History Month

Post Date:02/13/2026 11:00 AM

At last night's regular board meeting, the board of directors proclaimed March 1 - March 31, 2026 Women's History Month, stating:

THIS RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE NORTHWEST REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE DISTRICT IN CLATSOP, COLUMBIA, TILLAMOOK, AND WASHINGTON COUNTIES, OREGON, RECOGNIZES MARCH 1ST TO MARCH 31ST 2026 AS “WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH” CELEBRATING THE CONTRIBUTIONS, ACHIEVEMENTS, AND HISTORY OF WOMEN.

WHEREAS, in 1987, Congress designated the month of March as National Women’s History Month and each year a Presidential Proclamation honors the extraordinary achievements of women in the United States; and

WHEREAS, throughout history, women have shaped our society and advanced progress in ﬁelds including education, health care, public service, science, the arts, and civic life, frequently overcoming systemic barriers and institutional inequities to do so; and

WHEREAS, the stories, leadership, and contributions of many women, particularly women of color and other women from historically marginalized communities, have too often gone untold and underrecognized; and

WHEREAS, NWRESD acknowledges the ongoing challenges that many women face, including obstacles to pay equity, access to affordable healthcare, support for caregiving responsibilities, and underrepresentation in leadership roles; and

WHEREAS, NWRESD recognizes the disproportionate harms experienced by some communities, including the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women crisis, and the need for compassionate response, prevention, and community-centered healing; and

WHEREAS, the Northwest Regional Education Service District aﬃrms the vital roles women play across our schools, programs, and communities and reiterates its commitment to building environments in which all women can thrive and lead;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MEMBERS OF THE NORTHWEST

REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS THAT:

NWRESD recognizes March 2026 as “Women’s History Month” and honors the signiﬁcant achievements and contributions of women throughout history and within our communities.
NWRESD calls upon staff, students, families, and community partners to actively observe Women’s History Month with appropriate activities, programs, ceremonies, and educational opportunities that celebrate women’s leadership, histories, and contributions.
NWRESD commits to amplifying the voices of women and supporting advocacy for equitable access to human rights and supports, including paid family leave, increased access to affordable child care, health care access, and pay equity.
NWRESD reaﬃrms its dedication to fostering inclusive practices that address and dismantle systemic inequities so that all women, including women of color, LGBTQ+ women, immigrant women, women with disabilities, and low-income women, have the opportunity to thrive and lead in safe, respectful, and equitable environments.
NWRESD acknowledges the diverse experiences and perspectives of women, recognizes the historical and ongoing harms faced by some communities, and commits to centering culturally sustaining practices, restorative supports, and partnerships that promote healing, prevention, and justice.
NWRESD commits to raising awareness about women’s issues and inequities and to collaborating with local and national organizations to support initiatives that advance equity, protection, prevention, and healing for affected communities.

This Resolution is effective immediately upon adoption this 11th day of February, 2026.

Read the signed and adopted resolution: Board Resolution No. 26-009 Women's History Month

Resources for Continued Learning and Advocacy:

Pay Equity Information: https://www.equalpaytoday.org/

History of Women in Education: https://www.hepg.org/

Black Suffragists - 19th Amendment: https://www.history.com

Women’s Rights: https://www.aclu.org/issues/womens-rights

Oregon Historical Society Digital Collections: https://www.ohs.org/

National Women’s History Museum: https://www.womenshistory.org/

National Women’s History Alliance: https://nationalwomenshistoryalliance.org/

Social Studies Standards: https://www.womenshistory.org/social-studies-standards

Exhibits and Collections: https://womenshistorymonth.gov/exhibits-and-collections/

State of Oregon - Women’s Suffrage: https://sos.oregon.gov/archives/exhibits/suffrage

African American Suffragists - 5 Stories You Should Know: https://nmaahc.si.edu/explore

Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women Awareness: www.nativewomenswilderness.org

Women’s History Month: https://www.history.com/topics/holidays/womens-history-month

Inspiring Reads from the Equity and Family Partnerships’ recommendation lists:

Topics include advocacy, education, culture, aging, neurodiversity, race, disability, sociology, inspiration, gender identity, and more from a very diverse pool of women authors.

“Expecting Adam: A True Story of Birth, Rebirth, and Everyday Magic” by Martha Beck

“The Moment of Lift: How Empowering Women Changes the World” by Melinda Gates

“The Joy Luck Club” by Amy Tan

“Remember” by US Poet Laureate Joy Harjo and Caldecott Medalist Michaela Goade

“Bad Feminist” by Roxane Gay

“Demystifying Disability: What to Know, What to Say, and How to Be an Ally” by Emily Ladau

“The Will to Change: Men, Masculinity, and Love” by bell hooks

“I AM Malala” by Malala Yousafzai

“Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Diﬃcult Times” by Katerine May

“Men Explain Things to Me” by Rebecca Solnit

“Odd Girl Out: An Autistic Woman in a Neurotypical World” by Laura James

“Emotional Agility” by Susan David