The Greater Good, For Our Children
This editorial was written for the 2021 Focus on Education campaign. Every November, North Central ESD partners with the 29 public [...]
What is Arts Integration?
The Kennedy Center offers a comprehensive definition of Arts Integration: "Arts Integration is an approach to teaching in which students construct and demonstrate understanding through an art [...]
Adriana Vanbianchi Selected As 2021 Classified School Employee of the Year
Adriana Vanbianchi was selected by the regional selection committee as the 2021 Regional Classified School Employee of the Year. Vanbianchi serves as the school nurse for all schools in the Methow Valley School District.
Tina Nicpan-Brown Selected As 2022 Regional Teacher of the Year
The North Central Educational Service District (NCESD) has selected Tina Nicpan-Brown, 5th grade remote learning educator at the Wenatchee Internet Academy for the Wenatchee School District, as the 2022 Regional Teach of the Year. Nicpan-Brown is now eligible for state honors through the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction.
NCESD Board of Directors Appoints New Member
The North Central Educational Service District (NCESD) has announced the appointment of its newest board member, Dr. Richard Johnson. Johnson will represent District #1 which includes Okanogan, Omak, Oroville, and Tonasket school districts. This position was previously held by Harlan Warner who resigned after 29 years of service on the NCESD Board of Directors.
NCESD Staff Recognized for Leadership During 2021 NCESD Staff Awards Luncheon
Every year, the NCESD recognizes members of the staff who have demonstrated a positive attitude, shown a good team spirit, and displayed [...]
North Central Education Foundation 2020-21 Highlights
The 2020-21 school year has been overwhelming not just for teachers, but for our communities, schools, students and families who have all [...]
North Central Career Connect Washington Network Celebrates Champions Across the Region
The Career Connect Washington regional network gathered educators, industry and community leaders in early June for a virtual celebration to recognize the dedicated [...]
Acting and Theater: Jane Orme
Jane Orme has been a resident of Winthrop, Washington for close to 40 years, having had a long teaching career at Liberty Bell High School from which she retired in 2013. Jane taught English, history, and various electives, including drama classes, each one culminating in a full stage production. She estimates that during those teaching years, she probably directed at least 35 junior high plays, at times directing 2 plays during the same school year.