Washington teachers explore new science curriculum at OpenSciEd High School Summer Institute
“We need to stop thinking, ‘Is this student good enough for my science class?’ and start asking, ‘Is my science class good enough to engage [...]
Math Anywhere offers free Canvas courses for educators
The Math Anywhere program at ESD 112 aims to build positive math experiences for students outside of school with the idea that math can be [...]
CTE Programs and Emergency Service Agencies host Career Exploration Day for Elementary Students
In May, Barnes Elementary School, part of Kelso School District, hosted a career exploration event tailored for elementary-age students. The event was part of an [...]
ESD 112 Presents 2023 STEM Rising Star and Regional Partner Awards
On June 13, Educational Service District 112 celebrated the third annual STEM Rising Star and Regional Partner Awards at a dinner co-hosted by Washington STEM [...]
ESD 112 Supports Science Fair at Jemtegaard Middle School, Inspiring Budding Scientists
On June 6, 68 students at Jemtegaard Middle School presented hands-on team projects at the JMS Science Fair. Maelynn O’Bryant, 8th grade student at Jemtegaard [...]
ESD 112 Empowers Youth-Led Prevention at the 2023 Washington State Spring Youth Forum
In May, students and staff from the Southwest Washington region attended the 2023 Washington State Spring Youth Forum. Forty teams from across the state were [...]
Washington educators gather for inaugural Climate Education Summit
ClimeTime was a featured presenter at the recent Climate Education Summit, which took place on April 28-29. The inaugural Climate Education Summit, hosted by OSPI, [...]
Breaking Barriers Across ESD 112: nPower Girls
nPower Girls, a partnership between Career Connect Southwest, school districts in Southwest Washington, and community partners, is an after-school program that creates opportunities for girls [...]
ESD-U granted full approval by PESB as a teacher preparation program
According to the Washington State Professional Educator Standards Board (PESB), educator shortages impact the education system in Washington in almost every aspect. Established in 2018, [...]
ClimeTime turns FIVE!
ClimeTime, a statewide program that provides professional development learning to educators, is celebrating its fifth-year anniversary. Since 2018, this grant-funded program has given teachers the [...]
Career Connect Southwest distributes over $100,000 to regional schools and organizations
In February 2023, Career Connect Southwest (CCSW) began distributing over $100,000 in funding to support program development related to career connected learning to schools and [...]
Regional School Safety Center creates model for supporting student safety & well-being
Block & Department of Education Grants Provide Funding for More Mental Health Staff School districts in need of mental health, behavioral health, safety planning resources, [...]
ESD 112 equalizes educational opportunities for learning communities through innovative partnerships, responsive leadership, and exceptional programs.