Instructional Coaches Institute 3.5
2025-09-26 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
OverviewThat’s right friends, ICI 3.5! Let’s keep the conversations going from last spring for instructional coaches, coordinators, and administrators in Washington State! Learn from one another about professional development efficacy, best practices for coaching, coaching strategies, new teacher mentoring, innovative teacher support methods, coaching cycles.
Date & TimeFriday, September 26
9:00am – 12:00pm
LocationOn Zoom
Registration PriceFree
Clock Hours3 Clock Hours Available for Purchase
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The Brain's CEO: Teaching Students to Manage their Executive Functions
2025-09-24 09:00 - 15:00
OverviewThis session is designed to help educators understand how executive functioning impacts a student’s ability to manage emotions, plan, organize, manage time, and complete tasks needed to be successful in school. We will explore different areas of executive functioning, the typical ages and stages at which these skills emerge, and the impact of ADHD on these skills. Throughout the session, we will offer practical, universal strategies that can be integrated into classroom routines and activities to enhance executive functioning and facilitate independence. While these strategies may benefit students with executive functioning challenges, they benefit all students!
Date & TimeWednesday, September 24
9:00am – 3:00pm
LocationOmak School District
619 W. Bartlett Way Omak WA 98841
Registration PriceFree
Clock Hours5.5 Clock Hours Available for Purchase
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Teaching in the Age of Smartphones: A Guided Discussion on The Anxious Generation
2025-09-18 08:00 - 17:00
OverviewThis professional development series explores Jonathan Haidt’s The Anxious Generation through a podcast-based book study designed for K–12 educators, parents, and community members. Participants will engage with recorded podcast episodes featuring educators reflecting on the book’s key themes, including the impact of smartphones and social media on child development, mental health, and student achievement in schools. Each session includes listening to a podcast episode, reading a corresponding section of the book, and responding to guided discussion prompts in Canvas. This structure encourages critical reflection, collaborative dialogue, and practical connections to both teaching and parenting. The series consists of 5 modules, each worth 2 clock hours, for a total of 10 clock hours. By the end of the course, participants will better understand the challenges and opportunities of raising and educating children in the smartphone era and leave with insights to support healthier technology use in classrooms, homes, and communities.
Date & TimeSeptember 18 – October 31
Asynchronous
LocationOnline
Registration Price$10.00
Clock Hours10 Clock Hours Available for Purchase
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Planning for Student Social, Emotional and Behavioral, and Mental Health Recognition, Screening, and Response
2025-09-17 09:00 - 10:30
OverviewWashington K-12 school districts are required by RCW 28A.320.127 to adopt a plan to screen, recognize, and respond to student indicators of social, emotional, behavioral, and mental health (SEBMH) such as, but not limited to, sexual abuse, substance use, violence, or youth suicide. OSPI has created a Model District Template (2022) districts can use to guide their planning. This overview session will demonstrate how the OSPI Model District Template assists in organizing district teamwork and plans, and will introduce additional resources for strengthening and easing the planning process. Shelley Seslar, Behavioral Health Navigator at NCESD, will facilitate this overview session, and is available to assist your district or building in SEBMH planning work at any time. Please contact her for assistance. This training and assistance is free to districts thanks to Washington State funding of ESD Regional School Safety Centers.
Date & TimeWednesday, September 17
9:00am – 10:30am
LocationOnline
Registration PriceFree
Clock Hours1.50 Clock Hours Available for Purchase
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NCW Cyber Meetup - Cyber Incident Response Tabletop Exercise
2025-09-03 12:00 - 13:00
OverviewJoin us for our monthly Cyber Meetup events! These events are designed for business, education, technology, and community partners to come together for collaborative learning and discussion on technology topics. Every event features a presentation from a technology professional, discussion, and time for networking!
Sign up for our mailing list to receive update emails on future meetings.
Meetings are held on the first Wednesday of the month at noon and lunch will be provided.
About September’s Event – How to Conduct an Enterprise IT Risk AssessmentPresentation by: April Mardock, Chief Information Security Officer at WSIPC

In addition to being a resource on all things cybersecurity in k12 schools, April is the Chief Information Security Officer for Seattle Public Schools. She shares timely, relevant cybersecurity insights for school IT administrators, including actionable tips for protecting districts’ infrastructure when new threats emerge.
Session description: Join April as she facilitates the audience through an interactive cyber incident response tabletop session.
Date & TimeWednesday, September 312:00pm – 1:00pmLunch will be provided
LocationNorth Central ESD
430 Olds Station Road, Wenatchee WA 98801
Mid-Valley Hospital Conference Center | Family Medical Building
800 Jasmine Street, Omak, WA
Big Bend Community College, WEC Building Room 0211
7611 Bolling St NE, Moses Lake, WA 98837
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First Aid/CPR-AED + Stop the Bleed Hybrid Training Course
2025-08-22 09:00 - 15:00
OverviewJoin us for a comprehensive hybrid emergency response training which includes First Aid and CPR for all ages, AED use, and Stop the Bleed techniques. The course is designed to equip you with essential skills to respond confidently to medical and injury emergencies, including life-threatening bleeding control. Successful participants will earn a First Aid/CPR certification upon completion.
Course Structure
Part 1: Online Curriculum
Completion Deadline: August 18, 2025

1. Registration & Access:

After registering on pdEnroller and selecting your hands-on skill check time, you will receive links to:

A personalized Health & Safety Institute (HSI) online learning portal to complete the required modules.
An interactive Stop the Bleed training video.

Completion Requirements:

Participants must complete the HSI and Stop the Bleed modules.
Upon completion, certificates of completion will be issued by both HSI and Stop the Bleed.

Submission:

Submit both certificates of completion to Laneac@ncesd.org by August 18, 2025.

Part 2: In-Person Skills Check
Date: Friday, August 22, 2025
Time: One-hour skills check sessions from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: NCESD, 2nd Floor, Ponderosa Room
Note: Skills check sessions will involve being on the floor. Please dress comfortably.
Additional Hands-On Training Included
✔ Naloxone Administration: Learn how to recognize and respond to an opioid overdose, including the proper use of naloxone nasal spray.
Equip yourself with life-saving skills and be prepared to make a difference in emergencies!
Date & TimeFriday, August 22
9:00am – 3:00pm
LocationNorth Central ESD
430 Olds Station Road, Wenatchee WA 98801
Registration Price$75
Clock Hours1 Clock Hour Available for Purchase
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Parapro Playbook: Essential Strategies for Success
2025-08-22 08:30 - 15:30
OverviewJoin us for an engaging and practical training designed to equip paraeducators with the tools they need to thrive in both general and special education settings. This session will cover essential strategies for classroom support, behavior management, communication, and fostering student independence. Whether you’re new to the role or looking to refine your skills, this training will provide actionable insights to enhance your impact across all age groups.
This event is in person only. Free Clock Hours
Lunch will be provided for this event.
Date & TimeFriday, August 22
8:30am – 3:30pm
LocationNorth Central ESD
430 Olds Station Road, Wenatchee WA 98801
Registration Price$70.00
Clock Hours6.50 Clock Hours Available for Purchase
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C.A.R.E. Suicide Prevention Training
2025-08-21 09:00 - 16:00
OverviewSuicide Prevention in Washington Schools for ESAs
C.A.R.E. (Compassionate Assessment and Response in Education) is youth suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention training for school staff.
What this training does:

– Address how staff might notice a student is in psychological distress
– Provide scripts and strategies for appropriate interventions
– Give resources for responding if a member of the school community dies by suicide
– Touch on how to care for yourself while doing this important and difficult work
– Use scenarios including cultural considerations to apply and discuss approaches.

The CARE curriculum is approved by Washington State PESB (Professional Educators Standard Board) to meet the suicide training requirement for all ESA certificate holders. NCESD has been approved by PESB to provide this training as of Nov 2022. (Note: School nurses may have additional requirements and should seek guidance from the OSPI certification office, if in doubt.)
Date & TimeThursday, August 21
8:30am – 12:30pm
LocationOn Zoom
Registration PriceFree
Clock Hours4 Clock Hours Available for Purchase
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Parapro Playbook: Essential Strategies for Success
2025-08-18 08:30 - 15:30
OverviewJoin us for an engaging and practical training designed to equip paraeducators with the tools they need to thrive in both general and special education settings. This session will cover essential strategies for classroom support, behavior management, communication, and fostering student independence. Whether you’re new to the role or looking to refine your skills, this training will provide actionable insights to enhance your impact across all age groups.
This event is in person only. Free Clock Hours
Date & TimeMonday, August 18
8:30am – 3:30pm
LocationEphrata Middle School
384 A. St. SE, Ephrata

WA 98823
Registration Price$70.00
Clock Hours6.50 Clock Hours Available for Purchase
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Planning for Student Social, Emotional and Behavioral, and Mental Health Recognition, Screening, and Response
2025-08-14 09:00 - 10:30
OverviewWashington K-12 school districts are required by RCW 28A.320.127 to adopt a plan to screen, recognize, and respond to student indicators of social, emotional, behavioral, and mental health (SEBMH) such as, but not limited to, sexual abuse, substance use, violence, or youth suicide. OSPI has created a Model District Template (2022) districts can use to guide their planning. This overview session will demonstrate how the OSPI Model District Template assists in organizing district teamwork and plans, and will introduce additional resources for strengthening and easing the planning process. Shelley Seslar, Behavioral Health Navigator at NCESD, will facilitate this overview session, and is available to assist your district or building in SEBMH planning work at any time. Please contact her for assistance. This training and assistance is free to districts thanks to Washington State funding of ESD Regional School Safety Centers.
Date & TimeThursday, August 14
9:00am – 10:30am
LocationOnline
Registration PriceFree
Clock Hours1.50 Clock Hours Available for Purchase
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NCESD STEM Summit 2025
2025-08-12 08:00 - 2025-08-14 15:00
OverviewThe NCESD STEM Summit provides professional learning opportunities for teachers and educational staff members in the areas of science, technology, engineering and mathematics taught by experts and specialists in their fields. The Summit hosts 500+ participants over three days (morning and afternoon) and is offering approximately 90 sessions.
More information is available on our STEM Summit landing page.
Date & TimeTuesday, August 12
8:00am – 3:00pm
Wednesday, August 13
8:00am – 3:00pm
Thursday, August 14
8:00am – 3:00pm
LocationWenatchee Convention Center
121 N. Wenatchee Avenue, Wenatchee WA 98801
Registration Price$500/person
Free for members of the NCESD STEM Cooperative
Clock Hours15 STEM Clock Hours Available for Purchase
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2025 Leadership Summit
2025-08-06 08:00 - 2025-08-07 16:00
Be the Leader You Want to Follow!

Join us for the 4th Annual NCESD Leadership Summit, a premier opportunity to strengthen your administrative and district office teams. This dynamic two-day event is designed to equip education leaders with the knowledge, strategies, and connections needed for a successful start to the 2025-26 school year.

Engage in meaningful professional development, network with fellow principals and district administrators, and gain valuable insights from inspiring keynote speakers. This year’s lineup features former Paralympic Gold Medalist Brad Snyder and Alicia Grunow, Senior Fellow at the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, co-founder of The Improvement Collective, and author of The Improvement Journey.
In addition to powerful keynote sessions, the summit offers breakout discussions tailored to the challenges and opportunities faced by district and school leaders. Plus, a special post-conference session, presented by Stevens – Clay Law Firm, will provide essential updates on Washington State’s student discipline rules and regulations.
Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your leadership capacity and empower your team. Walk away energized, inspired, and equipped with practical strategies to implement in the 2025-2026 school year.
Note: Lunch and coffee/Tea Service will be provided on both days (breakfast on your own)

Reception / Social: Wednesday, August 6 at Residence Inn, 4:00pm

Registration is limited to 150 participants. Equity and Educational Leadership Clock Hours available.

Register nowDate & TimeWednesday, August 6 | 8:00am – 4:00pm
Thursday, August 7 | 8:00am – 4:00pm
LocationWenatchee Convention Center
121 N. Wenatchee Avenue
Wenatchee, WA
Price$200/person
14 Clock Hours Available for Purchase
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Marzano Stage 1, Day 1 & 2 Training
2025-06-23 08:30 - 15:00
OverviewOver the course of two days, participants will have the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the Marzano Instructional Framework. By the end of this stage, participants will:

Understand the research foundations of the framework
Gain foundational knowledge and skills for observing and evaluating classroom instruction

Intended Audience: Principals, Assistant Principals, and central office staff who evaluate teachers under the TPEP evaluation system.
In the 12 clock hours that are provided, participants may claim up to 12 leadership clock hours and up to 4 equity clock hours
*Please bring your certificate number with you for official documentation of this training.
If you need to register for additional individual session offerings, please see the offerings on the OSPI TPEP website: https://www.k12.wa.us/educator-support/teacherprincipal-evaluation-program/tpep-professional-learning-events/marzano-instructional-framework
Date & TimeJune 23-24
8:30am – 3:00pm
LocationOn Zoom
Registration Price$250
Clock Hours12 Clock Hours Available for Purchase
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NCW Cyber Meetup - How to Conduct an Enterprise IT Risk Assessment
2025-06-04 12:00 - 13:00
OverviewJoin us for our monthly Cyber Meetup events! These events are designed for business, education, technology, and community partners to come together for collaborative learning and discussion on technology topics. Every event features a presentation from a technology professional, discussion, and time for networking!
Sign up for our mailing list to receive update emails on future meetings.
Meetings are held on the first Wednesday of the month at noon and lunch will be provided.
About June’s Event – How to Conduct an Enterprise IT Risk AssessmentPresentation by: Thomas Ruoff, President of Zorse Cyber, and Chief Process Officer for Control Cyber Risk

Tom Ruoff has over 25 years in cybersecurity and is currently President, Zorse Cyber and Chief Process Officer, Control Cyber Risk. Over the last 5 years he has provided cybersecurity consulting services to over 12 Native American Tribes. His last position at the Dept of Homeland Security (DHS), Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)(14 years) was the Chief, Methodology Branch/Vulnerability Management. Prior to DHS, Tom was the Director of Systems Division at Northrop Grumman, developing of cross domain solution (CDS) systems for NSA and CIA. Tom spent 4 years with Booz|Allan|Hamilton supporting Intelligence Community clients and is an Air Force veteran with assignments including National Security Agency, National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency, and Defense Intelligence Agency. Certifications include Level III Federally Certified Program Manager, PMP, CISSP, and CMMI Associate. He has a MS in physics and is a graduate of the United States Air Force Test Pilot School.
Session description: This presentation provides the audience information and materials to understand and conduct a cybersecurity risk assessment. Unique information includes methods to discover and document enterprise business essential functions, express disruption of the business essential functions in response and recover cost terms ($), and approaches for estimation. This presentation is intended for IT and Cybersecurity practitioners’ and leaders but is general enough in language and examples for managers to understand the concepts. Attendees will come away from the session with the ability to engage their enterprise customers, other Directors and managers, to prioritize services and construct an operationally useful Business Continuity Plan.
Date & TimeWednesday, June 412:00pm – 1:00pmLunch will be provided
LocationNorth Central ESD
430 Olds Station Road, Wenatchee WA 98801
Mid-Valley Hospital Conference Center | Family Medical Building
800 Jasmine Street, Omak, WA
Big Bend Community College, WEC Building Room 0211
7611 Bolling St NE, Moses Lake, WA 98837
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C.A.R.E. Suicide Prevention Training
2025-05-15 08:30 - 12:30
OverviewSuicide Prevention in Washington Schools for ESAs
C.A.R.E. (Compassionate Assessment and Response in Education) is youth suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention training for school staff.
What this training does:

Address how staff might notice a student is in psychological distress
Provide scripts and strategies for appropriate interventions
Give resources for responding if a member of the school community dies by suicide
Touch on how to care for yourself while doing this important and difficult work
Use scenarios including cultural considerations to apply and discuss approaches.

The CARE curriculum is approved by Washington State PESB (Professional Educators Standard Board) to meet the suicide training requirement for all ESA certificate holders. NCESD has been approved by PESB to provide this training as of Nov 2022. (Note: School nurses may have additional requirements and should seek guidance from the OSPI certification office, if in doubt.)
Date & TimeThursday, May 15
8:30am – 12:30pm
LocationOn Zoom
Registration PriceFree
Clock Hours4 Clock Hours Available for Purchase
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NCW Cyber Meetup - Preparing for the Unthinkable
2025-05-07 12:00 - 13:00
OverviewJoin us for our monthly Cyber Meetup events! These events are designed for business, education, technology, and community partners to come together for collaborative learning and discussion on technology topics. Every event features a presentation from a technology professional, discussion, and time for networking!
Sign up for our mailing list to receive update emails on future meetings.
Meetings are held on the first Wednesday of the month at noon and lunch will be provided.
About May’s Event – Generative AI and CybersecurityPresentation by: Charlie Van Liew, Director of Sales & Business Development, FireFly

Charlie Van Liew kicked off his decade-long career in tech here in North Central Washington (NCW) as the Director of Customer Experience at Legwork, a local healthcare SaaS company. Currently, he’s in his second year as the Director of Sales and Business Development at Firefly Cybersecurity & Network IT. With a fervor for technology, Charlie specializes in evaluating and executing cybersecurity and network infrastructure projects, catering to numerous clients across the NCW region.
Beyond the professional realm, Charlie is a dedicated family man and a true eclectic. His outdoor pursuits include hiking and target shooting with his wife and three kids, while indoors, he indulges in building PCs and painting miniatures with his kids. Join Charlie for an engaging session sure to provide actionable takeaways regarding crucial lessons learned while on the front lines of the ever-evolving field of cybersecurity.
Session description: Join Charlie Van Liew from Firefly, a leading managed services provider specializing in IT and cybersecurity for small and mid-sized organizations, for an engaging session on incident response (IR) and disaster recovery (DR). Designed for IT professionals, this talk covers the critical steps to protect and recover from cyber threats and IT disruptions that impact institutions.
Learn practical strategies to:

Identify and respond to cybersecurity incidents swiftly.
Build and test a disaster recovery plan tailored to your school district.
Protect sensitive data and maintain essential services during a crisis.

With real-world examples and actionable advice, this session will equip you with the knowledge to strengthen your IT resilience and safeguard your district’s operations.
Date & TimeWednesday, May 712:00pm – 1:00pmLunch will be provided
LocationNorth Central ESD
430 Olds Station Road, Wenatchee WA 98801
Mid-Valley Hospital Conference Center | Family Medical Building
800 Jasmine Street, Omak, WA
Big Bend Community College, WEC Building Room 0211
7611 Bolling St NE, Moses Lake, WA 98837
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NCESD School Nurse Day Celebration 2025 - From Tech to Treatment
2025-05-07 09:00 - 12:00
OverviewCelebrate National School Nurse Day with Us!
Join us on May 7, 2025, for a special event honoring the dedication and expertise of school nurses. In recognition of National School Nurse Day, this interactive training—“From Tech to Treatment: Medications and Devices to Help You Keep Students in School”—will provide an engaging experience with the latest diabetes assistive devices and tools to enhance student care.
📅 Date: May 7, 2025
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Location: NCESD Building, Wenatchee, WA
Following the lunch, attendees are invited to stay for a special OSPI presentation from 1:00 – 3:00 PM, offering additional insights and professional development opportunities.
This event is not just about learning—it’s about recognizing your hard work and dedication. Connect with peers, gain valuable insights, and celebrate the vital role you play in student health.
Reserve your spot today!
Please Note: The NCESD morning session will be in-person attendance at NCESD, 430 Olds Station Rd, Wenatchee.
Nurses Planning to attend must register for the NCESD and OSPI workshops separately.
Register for the OSPI afternoon session at: pdEnroller
Event Notes
Nurses planning to attend must register for the NCESD and OSPI workshops separately.
Register for the OSPI afternoon workshop at: https://www.pdenroller.org/catalog/event/168349
Date & TimeWednesday, May 7
9:00am – 12:00pm
LocationNorth Central ESD
430 Olds Station Road, Wenatchee WA 98801
Registration Price$30.00
Clock Hours3 Clock Hours Available for Purchase
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Building Bridges: Creating a Positive School Culture through High Expectations and Restorative Practices
2025-05-06 09:00 - 14:30
OverviewCreating a positive, inclusive school culture requires a balance of high expectations, strong relationships, and proactive behavior supports. This interactive professional development session will equip school staff with strategies to build and maintain a culture where all students feel supported, engaged, and accountable for their actions. Participants will explore the key components of a positive school climate and learn how to reinforce high expectations while implementing effective behavior strategies. Through real-world case scenarios, staff will practice applying these strategies to common challenges faced at the building level. A key feature of this session will be scenario-based problem-solving. Participants will engage in structured role-play activities which will help staff develop confidence in responding proactively and restoratively when student behavior challenges arise. By the end of this session, participants will leave with practical tools to foster a safe, supportive, and high-expectations learning environment for all students.
Date & TimeTuesday, May 6
9:00am – 2:30pm
LocationNorth Central ESD
430 Olds Station Road, Wenatchee WA 98801
Registration Price$25.00
Clock Hours5 Clock Hours Available for Purchase
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Occupation Exploration: Chelan Co PUD - Fleet Services
2025-04-29 17:30 - 19:30
OverviewJoin us for an exciting Occupation Exploration Event at Chelan County PUD, where students can get a hands-on look at careers in Fleet Technician, Shop Mechanics, and Parts & Maintenance Coordination. This unique opportunity includes:

A tour of the new Fleet Services building
A hands-on challenge to test your skills
Insights from industry professionals about a day in the life of fleet careers

With supervision and instructions, students will operate an overhead crane to move a suspended weight to a target, try their hand at balancing tires, use a torque wrench, climb into the cab of a digger derrick, and tour the shop. Don’t miss this chance to explore high-demand careers and see if a future in fleet services is right for you!
Chelan PUD Service Center is 203 Olds Station Road in Wenatchee. Parking is available in front of the Service Center building, and attendees will enter through the front doors of the main building.
Light snacks and refreshments will be provided. Parents, guardians, and teachers are welcome to stay at the event with their student(s) but must register themselves if you want to attend.
At this event, photos and/or videos may be recorded. Your attendance at this event grants your permission to be in these photos or videos, which may be used in our communications channels, including (but not limited to), social media, website or other publications. If you would prefer not to be photographed/filmed please inform an event organizer.
Presented by: North Central ESD, Wenatchee Valley College Foundation, and Career Connect Washington
Date & TimeTuesday, April 29
5:30pm – 7:30pm
LocationChelan County PUD (Headquarters)
203 Olds Station Road Wenatchee, WA 98801
Registration PriceFree
This event is for students in grades 6 – 12. Adults are welcome to attend with a student, but it is not required.Student RegistrationBack to events calendar >

Level 1 Threat Assessment Training
2025-04-24 08:00 - 12:00
OverviewThreat Assessment Training, Level 1:

A brief review of supportive research and the best practice prescriptive recommendations for assessment and management
The application of threat assessment concepts and research in a site-based protocol called a Level 1
Direct instruction on conducting Level 1 threat assessments at a school level, including the process for referral to a community-based Level 2 threat assessment support team
Case review and lab exercises demonstrating the Level 1 threat assessment process
Q & A and problem solving that addresses each school district’s needs

Date & TimeThursday, April 24
8:00am – 12:00pm
LocationNorth Central ESD
430 Olds Station Road, Wenatchee WA 98801
Registration PriceFree
Clock Hours5.50 Clock Hours Available for Purchase
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NCW Cyber Meetup - How to Plan and Execute a Cybersecurity Program
2025-04-02 12:00 - 13:00
OverviewJoin us for our monthly Cyber Meetup events! These events are designed for business, education, technology, and community partners to come together for collaborative learning and discussion on technology topics. Every event features a presentation from a technology professional, discussion, and time for networking!
Sign up for our mailing list to receive update emails on future meetings.
Meetings are held on the first Wednesday of the month at noon and lunch will be provided.
About April’s Event – How to Plan and Execute a Cybersecurity ProgramPresentation by: Keith Fast, Tech Impact

After successfully running an IT Support (MSP) business for 23 years, Keith sold it and transitioned into technology consulting. He’s lived through the full lifecycle of starting, growing, staffing, operating, optimizing and selling an MSP. He now specializes in helping businesses extract optimum value from their technology investments and minimize business risk. He also helps other MSPs and MSSPs innovate their service offerings and optimize their operations through strategic consulting and engagement services.
Areas of specialization include Operational Excellence; Security Frameworks and Best Practices; Customer Engagement; Talent Acquisition and Staff Retention; Defining and executing a positive work culture, and Project Management.
Session description: Managing cybersecurity activities in your organization can be overwhelming, especially with limited resources. How do you prioritize everything? In this session we will show you how to build, execute, and manage a cybersecurity program tailored to any size organization and budget. We will cover tools and strategies to address the three core areas: education and training, system hardening, and cybersecurity framework adoption.
Date & TimeWednesday, April 212:00pm – 1:00pmLunch will be provided
LocationNorth Central ESD
430 Olds Station Road, Wenatchee WA 98801
Mid-Valley Hospital Conference Center | Family Medical Building
800 Jasmine Street, Omak, WA
Big Bend Community College, WEC Building Room 0211
7611 Bolling St NE, Moses Lake, WA 98837
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First Aid CPR/AED + Stop the Bleed Hybrid Training Course
2025-03-28 10:00 - 16:00
OverviewOrganized by NCESD School Nurse Corps and Chelan-Douglas County Health District Emergency Preparedness
Join us for a comprehensive hybrid emergency response training that includes First Aid and CPR for all ages, AED use, and Stop the Bleed techniques. This course is designed to equip you with essential skills to respond effectively to medical and injury emergencies, including life-threatening bleeding control. Successful participants will earn a First Aid/CPR certification.
Course Structure
Part 1: Online Curriculum
📅 Completion Deadline: March 26, 2025
1. Registration & Access: After registering on pdEnroller & selecting your hands-on skill check time, you will receive links to:

A personalized Health & Safety (HSI) online learning portal to complete the required modules
An interactive Stop the Bleed training video

2. Completion Requirements:

Participants must complete the HSI learning modules and Stop the Bleed interactive course
Upon completion, certificates of completion will be issued by both HSI and Stop the Bleed

3. Submission: Submit both certificates of completion to sheilas@ncesd.org by March 26, 2025

Part 2: In-Person Skills Check
📅 Date: Friday, March 28, 2025
🕙 Time: One-hour skills check sessions from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Location: NCESD, 2nd Floor, Ponderosa Room
👟 Note: Skills check sessions will involve being on the floor. Please dress comfortably.

Additional Hands-On Training Included
✔ Naloxone Administration: Learn how to recognize and respond to an opioid overdose, including the proper use of naloxone nasal spray.
Equip yourself with life-saving skills and be prepared to make a difference in emergencies!
Event Notes

Online Courses and In-Person Skills Check
School Nurse Corps nurses contact sheilas@ncesd.org BEFORE registering.
NCESD Staff contact your administrative assistant to request a PO.

Date & TimeFriday, March 28
10:00am – 4:00pm
LocationNorth Central ESD
430 Olds Station Road, Wenatchee WA 98801
Registration Price$75.00
Clock Hours1 Clock Hour Available for Purchase
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Occupation Exploration: Firefly - Cybersecurity
2025-03-25 17:30 - 19:30
OverviewStudents are invited to join us at Firefly IT & Cybersecurity where they can discover new careers and learn from professionals in the field.
Firefly provides high quality IT and Cybersecurity management to business customers across the Pacific Northwest. Microsoft Certified technicians and Account management teams partner together to keep customer networks stable, functioning, and safe in today’s dangerous cybercrime landscape.
Explore Exciting career opportunities in IT and Cybersecurity!

Systems administration
Workstation administration
Cloud Administration

Get ready to roll the dice as we play Backdoors & Breaches in a live mock cybersecurity event and see if a career in information technology is for you!
Light snacks and refreshments will be provided. Parents, guardians, and teachers are welcome to stay at the event with their student(s) but must register themselves if you want to attend.
At this event, photos and/or videos may be recorded. Your attendance at this event grants your permission to be in these photos or videos, which may be used in our communications channels, including (but not limited to), social media, website or other publications. If you would prefer not to be photographed/filmed please inform an event organizer.
Presented by: North Central ESD, Wenatchee Valley College Foundation, and Career Connect Washington
Date & TimeTuesday, March 25
5:30pm – 7:30pm
LocationFirefly
21 South Chelan Avenue Wenatchee, WA 98801
Registration PriceFree
This event is for students in grades 6 – 12. Adults are welcome to attend with a student, but it is not required.Student RegistrationBack to events calendar >

Planning for Student Social, Emotional and Behavioral, and Mental Health Recognition, Screening, and Response
2025-03-20 09:00 - 10:30
OverviewWashington K-12 school districts are required by RCW 28A.320.127 to adopt a plan to screen, recognize, and respond to student indicators of social, emotional, behavioral, and mental health (SEBMH) such as, but not limited to, sexual abuse, substance use, violence, or youth suicide. OSPI has created a Model District Template (2022) districts can use to guide their planning. This overview session will demonstrate how the OSPI Model District Template assists in organizing district teamwork and plans, and will introduce additional resources for strengthening and easing the planning process.
Shelley Seslar, Behavioral Health Navigator at NCESD, will facilitate this overview session, and is available to assist your district or building in SEBMH planning work at any time. Please contact her for assistance. This training and assistance is free to districts thanks to Washington State funding of ESD Regional School Safety Centers.
Date & TimeThursday, March 20
9:00am – 10:30am
LocationOnline
Registration PriceFree
Clock Hours1.50 Clock Hours Available for Purchase
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Level 1 Threat Assessment Training and Learning Lab
2025-03-13 08:00 - 14:00
OverviewThreat Assessment Training, Level 1:

A brief review of supportive research and the best practice prescriptive recommendations for assessment and management
The application of threat assessment concepts and research in a site-based protocol called a Level 1
Direct instruction on conducting Level 1 threat assessments at a school level, including the process for referral to a community-based Level 2 threat assessment support team
Case review and lab exercises demonstrating the Level 1 threat assessment process
Q & A and problem solving that addresses each school district’s needs

Learning Lab Scenarios:

Brief review of Threat Assessment and how it has evolved in the past year
Direct instruction on setting up a threat assessment team at a
school/building level
Breakout groups and mock scenarios
Follow up questions

Lunch Included in Registration Fee
Date & TimeThursday, March 13
8:00am – 2:00pm
LocationNorth Central ESD
430 Olds Station Road, Wenatchee WA 98801
Registration Price$20.00
Clock Hours5.50 Clock Hours Available for Purchase
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Compassionate Classrooms: A Trauma-Informed Approach to Teaching
2025-03-11 09:00 - 15:00
OverviewThis training equips educators with essential knowledge and strategies to support students impacted by trauma. Participants will learn what trauma is, the effects of adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), and how these experiences manifest in student’s behavior and learning. The session will cover risk and protective factors, warning signs of trauma, and the importance of providing culturally responsive support that respects students’ diverse backgrounds. Educators will explore classroom management strategies to create a safe, structured, and predictable environment, including clear expectations, visual schedules, and de-escalation techniques.
By the end of this session, educators will have actionable strategies to create classrooms where all students, especially those who have experienced trauma, feel safe, supported, and ready to learn. Participants will leave with practical tools to apply immediately in their practice.
Date & TimeTuesday, March 119:00am – 3:00pm
LocationNorth Central ESD
430 Olds Station Road, Wenatchee WA 98801
Registration Price$25.00
Clock Hours5.50 Clock Hours Available for Purchase
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Behavior Support Cohort
2025-03-10 09:00 - 15:00
OverviewThis is an opportunity for behavior support paraeducators, behavior specialists, RBTs, and BCBAs in ESD Region 171 to connect, share, and grow together. We will discuss current issues relevant to behavior in our region and work through problems of practice.
Date & TimeMonday, March 10
9:00am – 3:00pm
LocationNorth Central ESD
430 Olds Station Road, Wenatchee WA 98801
Registration PriceFree
Clock Hours5 Clock Hours Available for Purchase
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Planning for Student Social, Emotional and Behavioral, and Mental Health Recognition, Screening, and Response
2025-03-10 08:00 - 09:30
OverviewWashington K-12 school districts are required by RCW 28A.320.127 to adopt a plan to screen, recognize, and respond to student indicators of social, emotional, behavioral, and mental health (SEBMH) such as, but not limited to, sexual abuse, substance use, violence, or youth suicide. OSPI has created a Model District Template (2022) districts can use to guide their planning. This overview session will demonstrate how the OSPI Model District Template assists in organizing district teamwork and plans, and will introduce additional resources for strengthening and easing the planning process.
Shelley Seslar, Behavioral Health Navigator at NCESD, will facilitate this overview session, and is available to assist your district or building in SEBMH planning work at any time. Please contact her for assistance. This training and assistance is free to districts thanks to Washington State funding of ESD Regional School Safety Centers.
Date & TimeMonday, March 10
8:00am – 9:30am
LocationOnline
Registration PriceFree
Clock Hours1.50 Clock Hours Available for Purchase
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NCW Cyber Meetup - Generative AI and Cybersecurity
2025-03-05 12:00 - 13:00
OverviewJoin us for our monthly Cyber Meetup events! These events are designed for business, education, technology, and community partners to come together for collaborative learning and discussion on technology topics. Every event features a presentation from a technology professional, discussion, and time for networking!
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Meetings are held on the first Wednesday of the month at noon and lunch will be provided.
About March’s Event – Generative AI and CybersecurityPresentation by: Micki Boland, Check Point Software Technologies

Micki Boland is a global technologist and cyber warrior with Check Point Software Technologies Office of the CTO. A leader, innovator and practitioner with over 20 years in ICT, cybersecurity, and emerging technology innovation with expertise in financial, healthcare, energy, and high tech manufacturing sectors, Micki holds ISC2 CISSP, Master of Science in Technology Commercialization from the University of Texas at Austin, and MBA with Global Security Concentration from East Carolina University. She recently completed MIT No Code AI and Machine Learning Building Data Science Solution certificate program. Micki is a United States Army veteran. Micki frequently writes cybersecurity articles for Cybertalk.org, has contributed to articles for WSJ, Dark Reading, Silicon Angle, Decipher, Security Boulevard, and speaks frequently with the broadcast media and radio shows regarding cybersecurity and emerging technology, the global threat landscape, tips and resources for enterprise organizations and consumers, Dark Web research, Deepfake technologies and threats, cybercriminal gangs, cloud security, and DevSecOps. Her focus over the last few years is AI based proactive threat intelligence (ML/NN/deep learning), and Generative AI, helping organizations adopt GenAI without trading off security, and ways to leverage GenAI to stay ahead of the adversary.
Date & TimeWednesday, March 512:00pm – 1:00pmLunch will be provided
LocationNorth Central ESD
430 Olds Station Road, Wenatchee WA 98801
Mid-Valley Hospital Conference Center | Family Medical Building
800 Jasmine Street, Omak, WA
Big Bend Community College, WEC Building Room 0211
7611 Bolling St NE, Moses Lake, WA 98837
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Planning for Student Social, Emotional and Behavioral, and Mental Health Recognition, Screening, and Response
2025-03-04 15:00 - 16:30
OverviewWashington K-12 school districts are required by RCW 28A.320.127 to adopt a plan to screen, recognize, and respond to student indicators of social, emotional, behavioral, and mental health (SEBMH) such as, but not limited to, sexual abuse, substance use, violence, or youth suicide. OSPI has created a Model District Template (2022) districts can use to guide their planning. This overview session will demonstrate how the OSPI Model District Template assists in organizing district teamwork and plans, and will introduce additional resources for strengthening and easing the planning process.
Shelley Seslar, Behavioral Health Navigator at NCESD, will facilitate this overview session, and is available to assist your district or building in SEBMH planning work at any time. Please contact her for assistance. This training and assistance is free to districts thanks to Washington State funding of ESD Regional School Safety Centers.
Date & TimeTuesday, March 4
3:00pm – 4:30pm
LocationOnline
Registration PriceFree
Clock Hours1.50 Clock Hours Available for Purchase
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