Division of Teaching and Learning

Division of Teaching and Learning2024-03-25T11:54:05-07:00

Student learning is at the core of everything we do.

About

Division of Teaching and Learning

Using research and best practice as its guide, the Division of Teaching and Learning includes a cadre of strong and successful programs that support learning instruction and technology for schools, children, youth and families.

The division works in partnership with schools, districts, families, communities, higher education, businesses, government and other partners to help create opportunities for educational success throughout the region. Content experts offer a wide variety of professional development courses for teachers, early learning providers and parents designed to support achievement and life-long learning.

EARLY CARE AND EDUCATION

Individualized assistance with everything from child care to school readiness to professional learning opportunities.

PROFESSIONAL LEARNING & CLOCK HOURS

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PARAEDUCATOR TESTING

ESD 112 provides the SW Washington region with introductory level training for competencies 1-6, 7-11, & 13

TEACHER CERTIFICATION

We provide teacher, administrator and ESA certification services for the ESD 112 region.

SPECIALIZED STUDENT SERVICES

Are you in need of specialized student services? Learn more about the programs we offer.

SMARTER BALANCED RESOURCES

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Contacts

Contact Us

Mike Nerland

Assistant Superintendent, Teaching & Learning

Contact

Phone: 360-750-7500

Email: mike.nerland@esd112.org

Kathy Whitlock

Executive Director, Student and School Success

Contact

Phone: 360-952-3417

Email: kathy.whitlock@esd112.org

Jodi Wall

Executive Director, Early Care & Education

Contact

Phone: 360-952-3366

Email: jodi.wall@esd112.org

Jeffrey Niess

Executive Director of Specialized Student Services

Contact

Phone: 360-952-3529

Email: jeffrey.niess@esd112.org

Laura Knox

Secretary II, Student and School Success

Contact

Phone: 360-952-3303

Email: laura.knox@esd112.org

Sammy Carroll

Secretary II, Student and School Success

Contact

Phone: 360-952-3303

Email: sammy.carroll@esd112.org

Professional Learning Help

For Questions or to Register:

Registration
360-952-3416

Programs & Services

The Division of Teaching and Learning encompasses early care and education, workforce training, school programs, prevention services, school success initiatives, educational technology, STEM, research and assessment, math and science resources, and specialized student services.

More information on our programs can be found on the following pages:

Upcoming Classes & Events

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ESD 112April 1, 2025 at 1:00pm
What does it mean to be a leader? 🌟 Sixth graders at the annual Regional Youth Leadership Summit learned skills to make a difference and prevent drug abuse in their communities. Hear what they have to say! 🎤

The Regional Youth Leadership & Prevention Summit is an annual event that brings together 6th grade students from across Cowlitz County to develop leadership skills, build confidence, and learn about drug abuse prevention. Through interactive workshops, games, and team-building activities, students gain the tools they need to make positive choices and become leaders in their schools and communities.

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Teaching & Learning News

nPower Girls Inspires the next generation of female leaders

March is Women's History Month, a perfect opportunity to highlight nPower Girls, an impactful program inspiring young minds throughout the ESD 112 region. nPower Girls connects elementary-aged girls to female mentors in STEM careers, offering [...]

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month

This April, we stand with the Washington State Department of Children, Youth & Families in raising awareness and encouraging action for Child Abuse Prevention Month. Reporting Child Abuse: Everyone Has a Role In Washington state, [...]

Prevent expands opioid prevention efforts

Prevent Coalition (Prevent), a community coalition formed in 2003 and supported by the fiscal agent Educational Service District 112, has received an Opioid Prevention Grant to help fight opioid misuse among youth in Clark County. [...]

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