Advisory Committees
One of the most valuable services we provide to regional districts is the convening of job-alike advisory groups to share information and address collective challenges. We operate nine of these groups for professionals in:
- Business services
- Communications
- English learner/migrant support
- Facilities management
- Human resources
- Safe schools/emergency management
- Special education
- Student Success Act implementation
- Teaching and learning
- Technology
A separate group made up of our 10 partner districts’ chief administrators, as well as the president of Clackamas Community College, is convened by our CESD superintendent.
These collaborations have become even more critical since the COVID-19 pandemic hit in 2020. Over the past couple of years, many of our advisories have been communicating much more frequently to assess rapidly changing circumstances and develop plans of action. Throughout the pandemic, Clackamas ESD has been an important liaison for our regional districts to the Clackamas County Department of Public Health and several state agencies, ensuring key concerns regarding school operations are addressed.
Clackamas Education Service District News
Staff spotlight: Casey Krieg, program specialist at Heron Creek Therapeutic Program
Students come to Clackamas Education Service District’s Heron Creek Therapeutic Program from all across Clackamas County after facing challenges in more traditional educational settings. The Heron Creek staff provides personalized support to help these students overcome barriers, build self-regulation skills, and successfully return to their home schools. For over 15 [...]
Staff spotlight: Bill Blevins, regional coordinator of career and technical education
Career and technical education offers students valuable hands-on experience in high-demand fields like health care, engineering, information technology and manufacturing. CTE programs not only equip students with the practical skills needed for today’s jobs; they also contribute to graduation rates nearly 10 percentage points higher than those of students who [...]
Clackamas ESD’s commitment to protecting the civil rights of the immigrant and mixed-status students and families we serve
Everyone has the right to feel safe, respected and welcome in Clackamas ESD facilities and programs. As we prepare for more changes in the enforcement of federal immigration policies, Clackamas ESD reiterates its commitment to adhering to federal and state civil rights laws, and proactively ensuring the highest standards of [...]
