Join Our Budget Committee: We're Now Accepting Applications for Positions 2, 3 and At-Large

Every spring, the budget committee meets to take a close look at NWRESD’s proposed budget. After completing its review, the committee forwards a recommended budget to the NWRESD Board of Directors for final approval. Apply by Dec. 29.

12/01/2025 8:41 AM

Monthly Messenger - Ideas are easy. Implementation is hard.

This week, state economists released a slightly more hopeful picture of Oregon’s economic landscape: the budget deficit projected this August, perhaps isn’t as bad as once thought. But, we must remain resolute in protecting investments in our school systems.

11/20/2025 2:48 PM

Oregon's 9th Grade On-Track Rates Released: Regional Schools Celebrate Major Gains for Students Furthest from Opportunity

Across the NWRESD region, which includes 36 high schools in Clatsop, Columbia, Tillamook and Washington counties, a record 90.3% students are on track to graduate in four years compared to 86.6% for the rest of the state.

11/20/2025 10:00 AM

Expanding Career Opportunities for Students Starts with Great Partnerships

Thanks to Portland Community College for partnering with us to help students discover career paths they might not have known about. PCC's Mobile Welding Outreach program brings welding opportunities directly to students no matter where they attend school.

11/17/2025 9:24 AM

SAVE THE DATE: Family Winter Holiday Party (Hosted by Our Parent Advisory Committee)

All families who are receiving services from our agency are invited to celebrate the holidays with us on Dec. 12. The festivities will take place from 5-7:30 p.m. at our Washington Service Center in Hillsboro. We'll enjoy an evening of fun, crafts and food. Dinner will be provided.

11/14/2025 11:42 AM

Your November Guide to NWRESD Professional Learning & Events

Check out these equity, teaching and learning, culture and climate and special ed professional learning opportunities through your local ESD.

11/13/2025 3:45 PM

Caregiver Connection: School Pictures, Holiday Tips the FLIP Museum and Dolly Parton's Imagination Library

Our monthly newsletter brings you news and updates, parenting tools and resources, community family events and our early learning calendar.

11/12/2025 2:31 PM

Flipping the Script — Students Take the Reins at this Innovative Conference

When she was younger, Deethya heard it all. “You’re smart for an immigrant child.” “You’re pretty for an Asian.” Put-downs veiled as compliments and encased with sexism and racism.

11/12/2025 11:15 AM

‘It Makes Me Feel So Proud To See Him’

Using his right hand first then his left, he slowly pulled his body upright and balanced himself against a wooden ledge. For at least the dozenth time in an hour, he had criss-crossed the museum floor and pulled himself up to standing. Breathing heavily but excitedly, he scanned his surroundings.

11/04/2025 10:13 AM

🚛 Drive Your Future: NWRESD Launches Commercial Driver’s License Training for Washington County High School Seniors

The program is open to high school seniors in Washington County who meet age and driving record requirements. Interested students must apply by Jan. 30. Training begins in March at our regional office in Hillsboro and continues in July at Elite Truck School in Hillsboro.

11/03/2025 2:25 PM

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Oregon – Partners in Literacy Summit, Preschool Promise placements, and more!

10/28/2025 10:54 AM

Watch - Where We Belong: The Outdoor School Story

Last year, more than 8,500 fifth and sixth graders from around our region attended outdoor school at one of our five locations in northwest Oregon. Students and parents often ask us what the experience will be like. Watch this video to find out.

10/24/2025 2:46 PM

Call for Proposals: School Safety and Mental Health Summit

We’re seeking proposals on topics like crisis preparedness, staff wellness, family engagement, community partnerships and equity in mental health support.

10/23/2025 1:43 PM

☔ Cold, Rainy Weather Approaching: Review Our Inclement Weather Delay/Closure Protocols

Fall weather is arriving in Oregon. Be sure you know how we share weather-related delay and closure information with staff, families, students and community partners.

10/22/2025 2:56 PM

Rooted in Place: Northwest STEM Hub Gives Rural Educators Tools to Bring Place-Based Learning to Life

“Being able to connect with other teachers who are doing STEAM in their classrooms and place-based learning is my favorite,” says Heather McBane, a participating 5th/6th grade teacher from Jewell School.

10/22/2025 10:00 AM

Families: Visit the FLIP Museum for Free When You Attend with Your ESD Service Provider

Located in downtown Hillsboro at 136 SE 3rd Ave. Suite 200, Hillsboro, OR 97123, the FLIP Museum provides an engaging, play-based environment where all children are welcome.

10/21/2025 4:23 PM

When Kids Need Support, Columbia County’s Mental Health Teams Answer the Call

Whenever Amber Bathon receives a call from Neha Hertzog, it means something bad has happened. But whenever those calls come, Amber springs into action.

10/21/2025 2:03 PM

NWRESD Foundation Now Accepting 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. The deadline to apply is Nov. 14.

10/21/2025 10:03 AM