NEWESD 101 (NorthEast Washington Educational Service District 101)

NEWESD 101 will be closed on Nov. 28 and 29 in observance of Thanksgiving and Native American Heritage Day. We are deeply grateful for our incredible NEWESD 101 team, the outstanding school districts we support, and our valued community and partners. Wishing everyone a safe and relaxing holiday break! #newesd101 #waedu #northeastwa

The Boosting Attendance & Reengagement Network (BARN) gathered this week at NEWESD 101's Talbott Event Center. This network, comprised of educators from 10 schools across northeast Washington, provides a collaborative structure for schools to share strategies and gain expert support to significantly improve student attendance rates. Through four network sessions and ongoing coaching, schools implement evidence-based strategies and use data to monitor and enhance their attendance initiatives. This network is part of NEWESD 101's broader Attendance & Reengagement program, which offers professional development, networking opportunities and technical assistance to help schools in strengthening student and family engagement. The program supports schools in boosting attendance — striving to eliminate chronic absenteeism— and reengaging students who have become disconnected from learning opportunities. For more information about the network, contact Allyson Fritz, NEWESD 101 Attendance & Reengagement Coordinator, at [email protected]. #newesd101 #attendancematters #spokaneschools #spokaneteacher #waedu #northeastwa Open Doors Youth Re-Engagement Spokane

PROMOTING SAFE & HEALTHY COMMUNITIES: In recognition of National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, NEWESD 101's Community Coalition Coordinators recently partnered with local law enforcement, schools and community organizations to provide safe and anonymous medication disposal services at five locations across northeast Washington. Thanks to their dedication, 112 pounds of unused, expired and unwanted prescription medications were successfully collected. This important effort not only reduces the risk of misuse, but also helps protect our environment from contamination. While serving communities across NEWESD 101’s region — including Cheney/Airway Heights, East Valley, Northeast Spokane, Shadle Park, West Spokane, Colfax, Wilbur-Creston and Reardan-Edwall — NEWESD 101's Community Coalitions empower families and youth to make healthy, positive choices. Through education and substance abuse prevention strategies, they address the root causes of problem behaviors and strengthen protective factors to foster safe and drug-free communities! Learn more about NEWESD 101's Community Coalitions at https://lnkd.in/geKvWEGQ. #newesd101 #northeastwa #spokanecommunity #waedu #prevention

Today is Education Support Professionals Day! Thank you to all the bus drivers, cafeteria workers, administrative staff and countless others who make our northeast Washington schools safe and welcoming places for learning. Your hard work and commitment are truly appreciated! Visit www.nea.org to learn more about Educational Support Professionals Day and American Education Week. #newesd101 #waedu #northeastWA #educationalsupport

The 2023–24 WASA Annual Report is live! ??This year’s report showcases the exceptional work of Washington’s educational leaders, including: ?? Celebrating award-winning administrators ?? Professional learning that inspires growth ?? Legislative and SIRS advocacy highlights ?? Strategic fiscal management We invite you to explore the strides WASA members have made to support leadership across the state. ?? Read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/g5sxquMi Let’s keep driving impactful change together! ?? #wasaoly #EducationalLeadership #EducationalEquity

The?NorthEast Washington Educational Service District (NEWESD)101?promotes educational excellence by delivering essential, cooperative services to 59 public school districts, 45 state-approved private schools, four charter schools and other learning communities throughout northeast Washington state. For the latest updates on educational developments in our region and across the state, please follow our Page and check out our digital newsletter at https://bit.ly/4fzMQ7w.

Want to learn more about FutureReady—the State Board of Education’s initiative to update Washington’s high school graduation requirements? Now is your chance! REGISTER HERE: https://lnkd.in/gMyv2KFd Join SBE staff for a webinar on Tuesday, Nov. 19, 12:00-1:00 p.m. to hear what FutureReady is all about, its goals, and how the process will work. Registration is required.

Happy National American Education Week!!! This week, NEWESD 101 is honoring the dedication of educators, administrators, support staff and communities in our region and across the nation working together to ensure every student receives a quality education. American Education Week happens the week prior to the week of Thanksgiving. Each day of the week has its own theme, during which we celebrate our public school community. Festivities honor the team of people who work in our nation’s public schools, everyone from the bus driver and classroom teacher to the cafeteria worker and administrative staff, plus countless others. To learn more about American Education Week, visit www.nea.org. #newesd101 #waedu #northeastwa #AmericanEducationWeek

Celebrate diversity, equity and inclusion with NEWESD 101. View local, national and international cultural events for November and in honor of Native American Heritage Month at https://bit.ly/4fxue7Y. ?????? Info provided by Yvonne C. Montoya Zamora. #newesd101 #DiversityEquityInclusion #waedu #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth

Highlights from NEWESD 101's latest FOCUS Newsletter: The Power of PLCs. In northeast Washington, a powerful movement is reshaping education as teachers and administrators across NEWESD 101 come together in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs). This initiative fosters collaboration, innovation, and shared responsibility, all in support of student success. Click on image below to read full article and visit https://bit.ly/4frgn3e to subscribe to NEWESD 101's quarterly digital newsletter. #newesd101 #waedu #northeastwa https://lnkd.in/gH59FBc3