High Desert Education Service District

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Meet Marlene Gonzalez, Juntos Aprendemos program manager What inspired you to apply for the Juntos Aprendemos manager position? My decision to apply for the Juntos Aprendemos (JA) manager position was not only influenced by a friend, but also by my unique blend of passion for community service and demonstrated commitment through my tenure at ESDs. This blend, coupled with my captivation by ESDs’ innovative and creative solutions, makes me a strong candidate for the manager position. I was elated at the opportunity to extend this service to the Latin community and nurture early literacy when I learned about the role. What were you doing before you accepted this new position, and how did it prepare you for the JA manager role? Before accepting this new position... more at https://ow.ly/7FTR50SfHIE

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Meet Kim Young, HDESD substitute teacher What inspired you to become a substitute teacher? Transition times and a desire to contribute to the community. After graduating from the Master of Arts teaching program at Oregon State University in Corvallis, I moved to Bend and chose to work as a substitute for one year, allowing time to get to know the local schools, and work at different locations. Being a substitute offered the opportunity to explore a wide variety of roles and grade levels, and to see things from many perspectives. My first substitute experience led to a full-time position for 15 years as a... https://ow.ly/cqEC50RYZTr

Sue Hayes, special programs administrator, received the ‘Lifetime Achievement Award’ at the Breaking Barriers conference held on April 24, 2024, where she was recognized for her outstanding contributions in dismantling barriers within the community, particularly for individuals with disabilities in Oregon. Breaking Barriers is a service of the Central Oregon Disability Support Network

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Happy National Teachers Day! Today, we honor the incredible educators who light the path to knowledge and inspire a love for learning. Thank you for your dedication, passion, and endless support in shaping the minds of tomorrow. #ThankATeacher

Katie, also known as the Tree Lady, conducted an informative session for the children, discussing various tree species, seeds, and the creatures that inhabit trees. As an interactive activity, she guided the kids to make seed-infused paper they could later plant. Surprisingly, there was leftover pulp, and Katie kindly offered the early childhood staff the opportunity to make their own paper. As the children were engrossed in play, it allowed them to embrace their inner child as well. #cometoworktoplay #wearehiringnow

The High Desert Education Service District board of directors announced on Thursday, April 18, 2024, that Sara Johnson will be the organization’s next superintendent. Beginning in July, Johnson will lead the HDESD team in the delivery of Central Oregon’s early childhood education (0-5 years), special education (0-21 years), mental/behavioral health, substitute teachers, driver education and other specialized programs. Johnson, who served as superintendent for Crook County School District from 2018 to 2023, brings more than 25 years of experience as a K-12 educator, and was named Superintendent of the Year in 2023 by the Oregon Association of School ... more https://ow.ly/KI2e50RjSQY

We are seeking Board Members to join our team!