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Introducing the Caring Closet — Free Support for Families Receiving Services from NWRESD
Available items include clothing in all sizes, hygiene supplies, household essentials such as towels and blankets, toys and books and seasonal items. Families shop by appointment for privacy and personalized support.
09/12/2025 9:00 AM
Oregon’s First Lady Celebrates Early Literacy in Warrenton Along with Our Early Learning Hub
The event showcased the statewide impact of Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, which now delivers free books to more than 69,000 children across Oregon. Locally, our Early Learning Hub supports the program in Clatsop and Tillamook counties, helping families build strong home libraries.
09/11/2025 2:25 PM
📚 🛠️ Superintendent Summit Underscores Growing Ties Between Classrooms and Careers
“As school leaders, we need to continue to work hand-in-hand with our economic partners to ensure a healthy future for all students in Oregon," says Adam Whalen, NWRESD executive director of school performance and workforce development.
09/11/2025 1:44 PM
School Leader Misty Wharton Named NWRESD Interim Special Projects Administrator
In this new role, Misty will provide support to our new Office of School Performance and Workforce Development as it seeks to expand career, college and workforce programs for our region’s students, with a top goal of increasing access for students in rural schools.
09/11/2025 12:55 PM
Monthly Messenger - The Moment to Show Up is Now
This year, I want us to hold close the stories that remind us why we do this work. Stories like four-year-old Nuria’s who, after nearly 5 years, recently said “Mommy” for the very first time. That moment of joy, that first, is what public education makes possible.
09/10/2025 12:27 PM
Caregiver Connection: Join Our Early Learning Advisory Council
Our monthly newsletter brings you news and updates, parenting tools and resources, community family events and our early learning calendar.
09/09/2025 2:27 PM
Vernonia's Literacy Efforts Featured by Oregon Department of Education
"In order to improve outcomes for all kids, a system has to commit,” says Ryan Blasquez, director of instruction at NWRESD. “In Vernonia, you have leaders that have prioritized literacy and teachers who understand evidence-based teaching practices."
09/04/2025 4:26 PM
Strategic Plan 2026 & Beyond - Shaping Our Future Together
This fall, we will begin developing our 2026 & Beyond Strategic Plan. This plan will be a bold and thoughtful roadmap that will guide our agency's direction, priorities and investments over the next several years.
09/04/2025 2:36 PM
Tillamook Bay Community College President Sworn in for Second Term on NWRESD Board
At the July 31 work session, Paul took his oath to serve for a four-year term in the higher education position. He was reappointed to the role by the five zoned board members in an unanimous vote.
08/12/2025 7:26 AM
KATU Features Rising Interest in Career and Technical Education Courses
G Bundy, a NWRESD professional learning coach, helps school districts expand their career and college readiness offerings. He said these types of career and technical education programs have enthusiastic students who graduate at much higher rates.
08/04/2025 1:37 PM
Families: An Affordable, Inclusive Preschool Experience Awaits!
Our preschool program is designed to bring children with disabilities together with typically developing children in a fun and supportive learning environment.
08/04/2025 11:31 AM
Child Care Provider Spotlight: Maricela Medina Velarde
Maricela Medina has always been interested in working with children, but she wasn't sure where to start. So she contacted our Child Care Resource and Referral team. Now she's the owner of her own child care business in Tillamook. Read about how she did it and what she loves most about her job
08/01/2025 3:56 PM
Learn How to Build a Stronger School System: Let’s Talk Behavior, Attendance & Social Emotional Learning
“When schools pay attention to the culture and climate of a building, people want to be there,” says Whitney Wagner, a program administrator at Northwest Regional Education Service District.
07/30/2025 3:36 PM
Portland Educator to Lead Specialized School in Beaverton
The program, which is co-located on the St. Mary’s Home for Boys campus in southwest Beaverton, is home to about 50 students.
07/29/2025 1:38 PM
NWRESD Foundation By The Numbers: Read our 2024-25 Annual Report
In 2024-25, the NWRESD Foundation awarded 31 grants worth $36,000 to educators in Clatsop, Columbia, Tillamook and Washington counties. Our 2024-25 annual report includes these highlights and more.
07/21/2025 7:22 AM
Seaside Student's Artwork Featured in Discover Our Coast
Discover Our Coast, a news outlet for the Columbia-Pacific region, recently highlighted the work of an elementary student from Seaside.
07/15/2025 11:42 AM
Happy Independence Day
Northwest Regional Education Service District will be closed on Friday, July 4 in observance of the Fourth of July holiday.
07/03/2025 10:06 AM
NWRESD Board Gains New Member, Welcomes One Back
“These two public servants are proven community leaders and dedicated to our work," says Superintendent Dan Goldman. "I’m especially looking forward to the partnerships we’ll continue to build in Columbia and Washington counties.”
06/30/2025 9:18 AM
Little Free Library additions, Family Leadership Council, and more!
Take a look at our May/June newsletter to learn more about what the NW Early Learning Hub has been up to. Subscribe to learn more about local resources while you're there!
06/18/2025 1:48 PM
Observing the Juneteenth Holiday
All schools and service centers will be closed Thursday, June 19, 2025 in observance of the Juneteenth holiday.
06/16/2025