Record year for ESD 112 Communications bond and levy support across Washington
For many school districts, the holiday season is a time to wrap up before winter break. For the Educational Service District 112 Communications team, it [...]
Navigating AI together: How ESD 112 is creating space for shared learning across the region
When tools like ChatGPT brought artificial intelligence into the spotlight in late 2022, education leaders across the region faced new questions, opportunities, and uncertainties. Rather [...]
Kalama Superintendent Dr. Wesley Benjamin Named NSPRA Superintendent to Watch
The National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA) has named Kalama School District Superintendent Dr. Wesley Benjamin a 2025‑26 Superintendent to Watch, recognizing his dynamic leadership [...]
Nominations open for 2027 Regional Teacher of the Year and 2026 Classified School Employee of the Year
Educational Service District 112 is now accepting nominations for two highly esteemed regional awards: the 2027 Teacher of the Year and the 2026 Classified School [...]
College campus tours expand Horizons for Glenwood and Lyle Students
For many high school students, a college campus visit is a rite of passage and a key step in envisioning life after graduation. However, students [...]
Meet the new Superintendents
We are excited to welcome a group of new and returning leaders who stepped into superintendent roles across our region this school year. These [...]
Colorful creativity meets community prevention: One Prevention Alliance empowers youth through art
Over 40 vibrant yard signs now decorate the lawns of local homes in Skamania County, but these aren't your usual seasonal decorations. They are works [...]
Community Roots Wellness Hub expands access to behavioral health care in rural Klickitat County
In a rural region where behavioral health and social services have long been scarce, the new Community Roots Wellness Hub in White Salmon is helping [...]
Whitson Elementary celebrates Disability History Month
Imagine a school gym filled with over 350 elementary students enjoying their monthly assembly. They’re cheering for their classmates as awards are handed out—but there’s [...]
School leaders call for smarter spending, local flexibility at 2026 ESD 112 Legislative Forum
On November 14, 2025, education leaders and legislators from across Southwest Washington gathered at the annual ESD 112 Legislative Forum to discuss sustainable solutions for [...]
Weathering winter school delays and closures
Winter is approaching, and with it comes the possibility of snow and inclement weather across our ESD 112 region! Just when you think you've [...]
Ridgefield fifth graders explore the outdoors at CISPUS
Every year, it’s a Ridgefield School District tradition for fifth graders to pack their sleeping bags, lace up their hiking boots, and head to CISPUS [...]
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