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Northwest Regional ESD Adopts 2026–27 Budget Focused on Student Literacy & Math Support, Reconnecting Youth To Schools, and Specialized Regional Services
On Wednesday, June 10, the Northwest Regional Education Service District (NWRESD) Board of Directors formally adopted the agency’s 2026–27 budget, advancing new investments in math instruction, school improvement, and career-technical education while also responding to significant reductions in stat
06/10/2026 8:54 PM
Board Affirms NWRESD's commitment to Anti-Racist Multicultural Education and Belonging
BE IT RESOLVED, that the NWRESD Board of Directors affirms its commitment to anti-racist multicultural education and belonging as a foundation for strengthening school systems where every learner belongs and thrives
08/04/2026 9:00 AM
NWRESD Literacy Specialists Featured in Bright Spots in Oregon Education Series
See how we're partnering with Eastern Oregon University to retrain our region's educators on how they teach reading.
07/28/2026 11:51 AM
Child Care Provider Spotlight: Rebecca Real
Rebecca Real, owner of Kids Corner in St. Helens, Oregon, says her favorite part about running her own child care business is watching the children grow up into confident and curious learners. "The relationships I’ve formed with many of my families will last for years to come," she says.
07/22/2026 2:05 PM
Happening at the Hub: Family Events, Free Preschool & Summer Learning Inside!
Check out our June/July 2026 newsletter! Discover what's happening across the NW Early Learning Hub—from free preschool opportunities and family events to summer learning resources and ways to get involved in your community.
07/09/2026 11:08 AM
Substitute Jamie Holt Receives Excellence Award
Please join us in congratulating Jamie Holt, one of our outstanding licensed substitute teachers, on being selected as a recipient of the Edustaff Excellence Award.
06/11/2026 4:09 PM
Monthly Messenger - That's a Wrap
As we wrap up another school year, I find myself reflecting on the dedication, compassion, and perseverance of the educators and staff across our region.
06/11/2026 3:22 PM
Built Together: Reflections on Six Years of Strategic Learning and Improvement
When we launched our 2020–25 Strategic Plan (later refreshed and extended through 2026), we could not have anticipated the scale of change the education system would face.
06/10/2026 10:38 AM
Proposed 2026–27 Budget Focuses on Student Literacy & Math Support, Reconnecting Youth To Schools, and Specialized Regional Services
On June 10, our board of directors will consider whether to formally adopt our proposed 2026-27 budget. This year’s budget seeks to advance new investments in math instruction, school improvement, and career-technical education while also responding to reductions in statewide Outdoor School funding.
06/09/2026 10:40 PM
🗓️ Before You Head Out for Summer: Save the Dates for Our 2026-27 Professional Learning
🌞🎉 Congrats on reaching the end of the school year! Before you head out for summer break, take a few minutes to add these 2026-27 professional learning opportunities to your calendar.
06/09/2026 3:55 PM
Congrats to our 2025-26 Retirees 🎉
This year's 12 retirees have contributed an astounding 286 years of service to our agency. Whether they were here for 7 years or 34, each person listed below made a lasting impact.
06/08/2026 3:23 PM
Join Us As We Celebrate Pride Month 🌈
Pride Month is celebrated in the United States from June 1-30. It is a time to celebrate people who are Two-Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual, Pansexual, Genderfluid, and Nonbinary, as well as heterosexual and cisgender allies.
06/01/2026 1:38 PM
Notice of Budget Hearing
A public meeting of the Northwest Regional Education Service District will be held as an in-person and virtual meeting on June 10, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
06/01/2026 11:19 AM
Educators Explore Big Questions, Practical Challenges at Artificial Intelligence Conference
These days, everyone knows photos can live online forever. But what if those photos aren’t even real? And even worse, what if those images depict a student naked? Known as explicit deepfakes, these types of images are surfacing with increasing prevalence in the age of artificial intelligence.
06/01/2026 7:30 AM
Families Receiving Regional Inclusive Services: You're Invited to The FLIP Museum
All families with children ages 3-21 who receive regional inclusive services from our agency are invited to attend a free, accessible private event on Saturday, May 30 at The FLIP Museum in downtown Hillsboro.
05/20/2026 11:51 AM
9th Grade Success Network Celebrates Successful Year
175 students and educators from across our region came together this week to showcase their learning and demonstrate how their work is moving us closer to our goals of keeping more freshmen on track to graduate in four years.
05/18/2026 2:18 PM
Exploring Maritime Careers in Astoria
On Tuesday May 12, in partnership with Northwest STEM Hub, the Columbia River Maritime Museum in Astoria hosted a Maritime Career Exploration day for local Clatsop County middle school students.
05/18/2026 1:53 PM
Monthly Messenger - 📰 Top Stories from the 2025-26 School Year
At Northwest Regional ESD, our work is grounded in a simple but powerful commitment: every student will be educated, equipped and inspired to achieve their full potential and enrich their communities. Throughout this newsletter, you’ll see that commitment in action.
05/08/2026 1:29 PM
Outdoor School Funding Update: See What’s Changing Following 20% Statewide Reduction in Funding
This school year, we were able to draw on reserve funds to minimize cuts. Unfortunately, we will not be able to sustain the same programming next year.
05/07/2026 11:35 AM
Students Know What Works. Are We Listening?
“Your voice matters a lot,” says Eric, a senior from at Nestucca High School. That’s what he has learned growing up in a rural town that supports students.
05/07/2026 9:16 AM