Flipped internships a “rich experience” for both students & business partners
"We’ve had interns over the years, but traditionally you get one student. Instead, this model allows us to impact a larger number of students, focusing [...]
Prevent Coalition seeks home builder and property manager partnerships for Locks Save Lives Home campaign
In an effort to promote the safe and secure storage of prescription medications, a group of local home builders, property managers and realtors are now [...]
Conducting a safety inspection
The purpose of safety and health inspections is to identify and correct unsafe conditions and work practices before an injury occurs. Identifying unsafe conditions relates [...]
ESD 112 awarded grant to reduce substance use in Kelso
Educational Service District 112 (ESD 112) has received a state grant of $220,000 to reduce youth alcohol, marijuana and other drug use in the community [...]
Hypertension 101
Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a common condition that can eventually lead to serious health problems. According to the Centers for Disease Control and [...]
World Mental Health Day
October 10 marks World Mental Health Day, a day observed to spread mental health awareness and remove attached social stigmas. Mental disorders affect nearly 12% of [...]
Strategies for school security and emergency preparedness
Each school day, schools are entrusted to provide a safe and healthy learning environment for students. Families and communities expect schools to keep their children [...]
Kelso’s Nancy Baldwin named 2021 Washington State Classified School Employee of the Year
Nancy Baldwin, 2021 Washington State Classified School Employee of the Year Kelso School District’s Nancy Baldwin has been named Washington’s 2021 Classified Employee [...]
Hitchins discusses her unique path into the world of education
Washougal High School Culinary Instructor Brenda Hitchins, who was recently named ESD 112 Regional Teacher of the Year, chats with EduSpeak host Nick Shanmac about [...]
SummerWorks internship program an “unforgettable experience” for students and staff
“SummerWorks has helped me to learn about careers and to be more confident and comfortable with working. The program taught me things that I will [...]
Simple tips on how to prevent sports injuries
1. Talk to your athlete Ensure your athlete understands that he/she should chat with you and look for help if encountering a pain or something [...]
Electrical equipment in the office: do’s and don’ts
The typical office and classroom feature a collection of wires, outlets, cables and other electrical equipment. Although ever present and used daily, electrical equipment requires [...]
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