2025 Virtual Regional High School Art Show
2025-04-09 | Washington
The Southwest Washington Regional High School Art Show is an annual event to celebrate the extraordinary artistic talent of the high school students in our region. Participation in the art show is a wonderful way to show off the work that your students are doing in the classroom and provides invaluable opportunities for student growth and learning. Winners of the Regional Awards are eligible to move on to participate at the state art show in Olympia.
The Regional High School Art Show is hosted by Educational Service District 112 (ESD 112) and will be virtual this year. The Virtual Art Show Event will Livestream on YouTube on April 9, 2025 and is welcome for anyone to watch.

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Making Learning Visible: Observation, Documentation & Assessment
2025-04-09 18:15 - 20:15 (America/Los_Angeles) | Zoom
Presenters
Jesi Sucku
Description
When we document children’s learning, we open up a world of understanding and show how much we value what children are capable of. In this class, learn new techniques for observing, documenting and assessing children in a natural, play-based way.
Event Notes
The Zoom link will be sent out 1-2 days before the training to the email address that was used to register.
Dates
Wed, April 9 2025
6:15 PM – 8:15 PM
Zoom

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WAPM Prácticas inclusivas y equitativas del Modelo de la Pirámide PreK *eligible para beca FSKA
2025-04-19 09:00 - 2025-05-17 13:00 | Zoom
Presenters
Yisbely Torres
Description
La capacitación, Implementando prácticas inclusivas y equitativas del Modelo de la Pirámide, está diseñado para enseñarles a proveedores a implementar las estrategias del Marco del Modelo de la Pirámide con niños y niñas en edad preescolar.
Los participantes tendrán muchas oportunidades de reflexionar sobre sus prejuicios y valores. Además, explorarán formas de asegurarse que sus prácticas de enseñanza sean culturalmente responsivas, inclusivas e informadas por el trauma.
Los participantes aprenderán estrategias para promover un personal efectivo, lazos interpersonales enriquecedores y responsivos, entornos de apoyo de alta calidad y apoyos sociales y emocionales enfocados. Adicionalmente, los participantes examinarán diferentes maneras de forjar relaciones y colaborar con las familias. *Para obtener una beca/subvención por haber completado esta capacitación sobre Cuidados informados por el trauma, debe de tener un rol verificable y que se pueda confirmar en su trabajo, y estar empleado por un proveedor subsidiario. Las becas y subvenciones se basan en el financiamiento disponible.
Event Notes
The Zoom link will be sent out 1-2 days before the training to the email address that was used to register.
Dates
Sat, April 19
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Online
Thu, April 24 2025
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Online
Thu, May 1 2025
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Online
Thu, May 8 2025
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Online
Sat, May 17 2025
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Online

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ESD 112 Board of Directors' Meeting
2025-04-22 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-05-27 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-06-24 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-08-26 15:00 - 17:00 | ESD 112 Conference Center, Northeast 65th Avenue, Vancouver, Washington, 98661, United States
This meeting will be held at the Conference Center in the Columbia Room and via Zoom. The Zoom link will be posted one week prior.
The full agenda for this meeting will be available one week prior on the Board of Directors page.

Director's Cohort
2025-04-24 16:30 - 18:30 | Zoom
Join your colleagues in an established professional community of learners. Currently our work is guided by member interests and experience, providing opportunities for networking, mentoring, and reflection. Session topics include ongoing issues in our field (local/national), program needs, state mandates, needs of staffing, working with parents and children. The group meets 6 months out of the year, typically October through April.
Event Notes
The Zoom link will be sent out 1-2 days before the training to the email address that was used to register.

Individual Sessions ($10/each):
Thurs, April 24 2025

4:30 – 6:30 PM
Zoom
https://www.pdenroller.org/esd112/catalog/175185

Elevate Youth Prevention Summit
2025-04-25 09:30 - 14:30 | Water Resource Center, 4600 SE Columbia Way, Vancouver, WA, 98661, United States
The annual Elevate Youth Summit is a youth gathering about empowerment, wellness, substance use prevention and more. Prevention clubs, youth groups, teens and classes are welcome. Lunch will be provided!
During this day-long event, participants will:

Create a space to form meaningful connections with other caring youth,
Feel empowered as an agent of change and a leader in their community,
Engage in a variety of activities and content relevant to prevention, wellness, and youth leadership.

This event is hosted by Prevent Coalition, local coalitions and partners. Prevent Coalition is a group of volunteers and leaders across Southwest Washington who work towards building resiliency and preventing youth substance misuse.
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Trauma Informed Care Practices Advanced Series
2025-04-26 08:00 - 2025-05-31 13:00 | ESD 112 Conference Center, Northeast 65th Avenue, Vancouver, Washington, 98661, United States
Presenters
Tracy Collins
Description
A trauma informed approach involves realizing the wide prevalence of trauma. This includes recognizing how trauma affects individuals, families, generations, and communities, as well as responding by putting this knowledge into practice. Informing ourselves about trauma and its effects requires study and self-reflection. While it can be a challenging process, it can also be inspirational and liberating. Over time, developing a trauma informed perspective can change the way we think about ourselves and our lives, as well as helping us feel greater compassion. The Trauma Informed Care modules prepare participants to adopt a trauma informed perspective in their own lives and in their work with children and families. This is a 27-hour training comprised of four modules delivered in a hybrid format.
***This course typically fills quickly due to high interest from the community. Completion of this survey will help us determine course registration. Please note, completion of this survey does not guarantee you a space in the course. You will be contacted via the email provided letting you know if you have been registered for an available space OR if you’ve been added to our waitlist.
Event Notes
This course is both in-person and online. The Zoom link will be sent out 1-2 days before the training to the email address that was used to register.

Dates
Sat, April 26 2025
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
In-Person at ESD 112 Conference Center
Thurs, May 1 2025
6:15 PM – 8:15 PM
Zoom
Thurs, May 8 2025
6:15 PM – 8:15 PM
Zoom
Thurs, May 15 2025
6:15 PM – 8:15 PM
Zoom
Thurs, May 22 2025
6:15 PM – 8:15 PM
Zoom
Thurs, May 29 2025
6:15 PM – 8:15 PM
Zoom
Sat, May 31 2025
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
In-Person at ESD 112 Conference Center

Supporting Neurodiverse Learners in ECE & Beyond
2025-04-30 18:15 - 20:15 | ESD 112 Conference Center, Northeast 65th Avenue, Vancouver, Washington, 98661, United States
Presenters
Jesi Sucku
Description
This class is designed to equip early educators with the knowledge and skills needed to create inclusive and supportive environments for children who are neurodivergent, including those on the autism spectrum, those with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), sensory processing differences, and more. This course aims to provide educators with insights, strategies, and resources to effectively meet the unique needs of these children and promote their holistic development.
Location
ESD 112 Conference and Institute Center
2500 NE 65th Avenue Vancouver WA 98661
Dates
Wed, April 30 2025
6:15 PM – 8:15 PM

WorkSource Job Fair in Goldendale
2025-05-14 11:00 - 15:00 | Washington
ESD 112 Human Resources will be attending the fair to answer questions and share employment opportunities at the ESD.
Learn more at the event website >

Designing for Play: Environment Design in Early Learning
2025-05-14 18:15 - 20:15 | Zoom
Presenters
Jesi Sucku
Description
In this training, early educators will explore how to design an intentional and supportive learning environment for purposeful play-based learning.
Event Notes
The Zoom link will be sent out 1-2 days before the training to the email address that was used to register.
Dates
Wed, May 14 2025
6:15 PM – 8:15 PM
Zoom

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Media Literacy & Digital Citizenship: Foundations for Ethical and Appropriate K-12 AI Implementation
2025-05-19 08:30 - 15:30 | ESD 112 Conference Center, Northeast 65th Avenue, Vancouver, Washington, 98661, United States
This full-day event at ESD 112 in Vancouver WA will give you the time, space, and support you need to plan for meaningful K-12 Media Literacy, Digital Literacy, and Digital Citizenship implementation as the foundation of safe, ethical, and appropriate AI use in your school or district.
This event is designed for all educators, including all levels of administration, instructional coaches, and teachers across all subjects and grade levels. Attending with a team is beneficial, but individuals are also welcome.
We will explore the skills involved with media, digital, and AI literacy, as well as digital citizenship, clarifying their connections to content standards. Participants will review resources to support student learning in these literacies, including content-specific resources across the K-12 continuum.
Then, participants will focus on the K-12 progression from foundational digital skills to dynamic AI use. Participants will apply the ideas from the first part of the day to create a product specific to your role and your district’s needs.
With dedicated work time and tailored feedback, attendees will leave with a clear understanding and actionable plans for fostering ethical and responsible AI use in schools.
Limited seats available.
Learn more and register >

WorkSource Job Fair in Kelso
2025-05-27 10:00 - 12:00 | Washington

Lower Columbia College Career & Networking Fair in Longview, WA
2025-05-29 10:00 - 14:00 | Washington

Introduction to Positive Behavior Supports
2025-06-11 18:15 - 20:15 | ESD 112 Conference Center, Northeast 65th Avenue, Vancouver, Washington, 98661, United States
Presenters
Jesi Sucku
Description
In this training, participants will cover the basics of guiding behaviors in the early learning classroom. We will discuss setting up the environment for success, setting developmentally appropriate expectations, de-escalation techniques for those difficult moments, and engaging in the kinds of nurturing interactions that help children build social-emotional and self regulation skills.
Location
ESD 112 Conference and Institute Center
2500 NE 65th Avenue Vancouver WA 98661
Dates
Wed, June 11 2025
6:15 PM – 8:15 PM

WorkSource Job Fair in Vancouver
2025-06-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Washington

ESD Career Fair at WorkSource in Kelso
2025-06-24 09:30 - 2025-06-25 11:30 | Kelso Workforce, 305 S Pacific Ave Unit 101, Kelso, Washington, 98626
Come meet the team! We’re hiring Special Education Paraeducators, Bus Drivers, and Van Drivers!
Email hr.dept@esd112.org or call us at 360-750-7503 with any questions about the fair.

Making Language and Literacy Fun with Infants & Toddlers
2025-07-09 18:15 - 20:15 | Zoom
Presenters
Jesi Sucku
Description
In this training, teachers of infants and toddlers will learn fun ways to integrate literacy concepts into their daily routines.
Event Notes
The Zoom link will be sent out 1-2 days before the training to the email address that was used to register.
Dates
Mon, July 9 2025
6:15 PM – 8:15 PM
Zoom
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2025 Goldendale Community Days
2025-07-11 11:00 - 2025-07-12 19:00 | Washington
ESD 112 Human Resources will be attending the fair to answer questions and share employment opportunities at the ESD.

LGBTQ+: Creating Inclusive Environments in Early Childhood Education
2025-07-21 18:15 - 20:15 | Zoom
Presenters
Yisbely Torres
Description
Families of all kinds are essential to children’s well-being. When any parents or guardians are discussed, whether they are heterosexual, gay, adoptive, kinship, single, or married, early childhood professionals are simply discussing family. In this training, we will discuss what it means to be an LGBTQ+ supporter and discuss strategies to create a welcoming LGBTQ+ learning environment that is inclusive to all children and families.
Event Notes
The Zoom link will be sent out 1-2 days before the training to the email address that was used to register.
Dates
Mon, July 21 2025
6:15 PM – 8:15 PM
Zoom
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Crafting Connections: Building Relationships through Play
2025-07-30 18:15 - 20:15 | Zoom
Presenters
Jesi Sucku
Description
In this class, early educators will discover tips and tricks for interacting with children to build and deepen relationships during child-led free play.
Event Notes
The Zoom link will be sent out 1-2 days before the training to the email address that was used to register.
Dates
Wed, July 30 2025
6:15 PM – 8:15 PM
Zoom
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Media Safety in Early Childhood Education
2025-08-04 18:15 - 20:15 | Zoom
Presenters
Yisbely Torres
Description
This comprehensive training aims to equip early childhood educators with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate social media safely and responsibly. By understanding the potential risks and learning strategies to mitigate them, educators can create a safer online environment for both themselves and the children in their care.
Event Notes
The Zoom link will be sent out 1-2 days before the training to the email address that was used to register.
Dates
Mon, August 4 2025
6:15 PM – 8:15 PM
Zoom
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Motivate, Inspire, and Lead
2025-08-23 09:00 - 12:00 | ESD 112 Conference Center, Northeast 65th Avenue, Vancouver, Washington, 98661, United States
Presenters
Carol Flynn
Description
Motivate, Inspire, and Lead will explore leadership motivation and inspiration for the work. It will help early learning leaders distinguish who they are as a leader, understand the strategies of appreciative leadership, explore the secrets of great teamwork, and learn ways to cultivate a team of collaboration.
Location
ESD 112 Conference and Institute Center
2500 NE 65th Avenue Vancouver WA 98661
Dates
Sat, August 23 2025
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
ESD 112

Labor Day
2025-09-01 | Washington
Offices closed

Outdoor Nature Based Education
2025-09-01 08:00 - 2025-09-23 23:59 | Online Only
Presenters
Tracy Collins
Description

This training provides an overview of outdoor, nature-based education for preschool and elementary school programs. Access to nature and outdoor play, including its risks, is essential for healthy child development. Through this course you will build an understanding of how nature-rich outdoor environments affect children’s play, learning, health, development, and growth. The course will help you build an understanding of how to engage meaningfully with natural elements and human artifacts in nature to support skill development and understanding regarding literacy, STEM, art, music, and culture.

Event Notes

PLEASE NOTE: We are prioritizing staff who are *required* to take this training for their job role. Limited to 10 participants, beyond those required to take the course.
This is a self-paced online course. This online course is offered through the DCYF Training Portal (www.dcyftraining.com) with discussion boards facilitated by a live trainer: Tracy Collins (tracy.collins@esd112.org)

Dates
September 1-23 2025
Online

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SERIES: WAPM Implementing Inclusive + Equitable Pyramid Model Practices: 1 and 2 Infant Toddler
2025-09-02 18:00 - 2025-09-18 20:30 | Zoom
Presenters
Jesi Sucku
Description
After taking this training, participants will understand and apply strategies for building relationships and collaborating with families of infants and toddlers; understand and apply social emotional learning practices in their work with infants and toddlers; and reflect on their own implicit biases while working to create anti-biased, anti-racist, and trauma-informed programs supporting infants and toddlers and their families.
Event Notes
*All six sessions must be attended in order to receive credit*
The Zoom link will be sent out 1-2 days before the training to the email address that was used to register.
Dates
Zoom – All Tuesdays and Thursdays from September 2-18 2025:

9/2 – 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
9/4 – 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
9/9 – 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
9/11 – 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
9/16 – 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
9/18 – 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM

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Foundations of Brain Development
2025-09-04 18:15 - 20:15 | Zoom
Presenters
Yisbely Torres
Description
The early years are a critical period of rapid brain development that lays the foundation for lifelong learning, behavior, and health. This training will provide you with foundational knowledge about how young brains grow, the impact of early experiences, and how everyday classroom practices can support healthy brain development.
Event Notes
The Zoom link will be sent out 1-2 days before the training to the email address that was used to register.
Dates
Thu, September 4 2025
6:15 PM – 8:15 PM
Zoom

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High Leverage Practices in Social Emotional Learning
2025-09-16 16:00 - 18:00 | Zoom
This three-part professional learning series will explore high leverage practices that build resilience. Resources and tools to support educators in working with their students will be discussed and shared. By the end of the series, participants will be equipped with a variety of tools and interconnected strategies that support a resilient, inclusive classroom and school community.
Open to all who work in K-12 schools within the ESD 112 region
Objectives

Examine high leverage practices supporting resilience; emphasizing preventative & universal strategies
Understand impact of trauma and chronic stress on the brain
Build connections between MTSS & SEL
Explore and utilize implementation ready resources/tools

Dates
September 16th – Welcome & Building The Foundation For Our Work
Brain basics, trauma defined, and how trauma and chronic stress impact the brain
September 23rd – Resilience Strategies Part 1
Examine preventative resilience strategies that support all students
September 30th – Resilience Strategies Part 2 and Conclusion
A continuation of resilience strategies and tools that can be readily implemented in the school and classroom
Questions?
Call or email Susan Peng-Cowan:
(360) 952-3612
susan.peng-cowan@esd112.org
Learn more & register!
