North Central ESD is proud to announce that Superintendent Rich McBride recently began his term as President of the Association of Educational Service Agencies (AESA), the national ESD organization. “It’s such a distinct honor to be called to serve as president of such an exceptional organization as AESA,” stated Dr. McBride. “This is a unique opportunity to serve as both an advocate and cheerleader for the hundreds of districts across the nation. I look forward to working beside Lee Warne and the AESA staff, and all of our members as we continue to promote the leadership development of our administrators and high academic achievement for our students. My deepest appreciation to the AESA for this opportunity to serve ESAs.” Rich also recently began his term as President of the State ESD Superintendent group.
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AESD Network2 months ago
ESD superintendents from every corner of WA spoke with one voice! MSOC funding isn't keeping up with inflation. Expenses are straining district budgets statewide. We must align state funding with the true cost of running our schools. Capital Region ESD 113 Supt Flip Herndon makes the case: https://tvw.org/video/senate-ways-means-2025021220/?eventID=2025021220&startStreamAt=1291&stopStreamAt=1368 #waedu hashtag#waleg hashtag#waeduBig3 hashtag#walegMSOC

Senate Ways & Means - TVW
Public Hearing: SGA 9220: SB 5192: Concerning school district materials, supplies, and operating costs. SSB 5263: Concerning special education funding. SB
AESD Network2 months ago
ESD superintendents brought SOLUTIONS to the Senate last week. Every region — from small rural schools to large urban districts — showed how stronger #MSOC funding can help schools pay their bills so students can learn. NEWESD 101 Supt Rob Roettger makes the case: https://tvw.org/video/senate-ways-means-2025021220/?eventID=2025021220&startStreamAt=1229&stopStreamAt=1285 #waedu #waleg #waeduBig3 #walegMSOC

Senate Ways & Means - TVW
Public Hearing: SGA 9220: SB 5192: Concerning school district materials, supplies, and operating costs. SSB 5263: Concerning special education funding. SB