Greywolf Elementary School teacher highlighted in the 2017-18 Association of Education School District’s Annual Report

Nominations are Open for 2019 Classified Employee of the Year!

Olympic ESD Celebrates its 2019 Regional Teacher of the Year at Port Angeles School District

Roosevelt Elementary in Port Angeles is the fortunate school to have OESD 114’s 2019 Regional Teacher of the Year Karen Doran in its midst!

Kicking off our OESD’s 50th Year of Service to Public Education

On September 20, 2018, OESD Staff and Board members began celebrating 50 Years of Service to Public Education.

Save the Date! 2018 Regional High School Art Show Dates are Set.

For an opportunity to participate in, and to view amazing student artwork in the Olympic region, please click here and make plans to be a part of it!

Two New Superintendents Join the OESD Region for the 2018-19 School Year

Quilcene and Port Angeles School Districts Welcome New Superintendents

Taking State Honors - Congratulations Carla Yenko! Olympic ESD’s 2018 Regional Classified Employee of the Year.

On Thursday, May 10, 2018, the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction named Carla the 2018 Washington State Classified Employee of the Year at its annual ceremony in Olympia!

Sparking Mathematical Growth in Middle School!

OESD is a recipient of a three-year, College Spark grant ($146,738) focused on middle school math teachers.

WASA Region 114 Awards – 2018 Highlights

On Monday, April 16, 2018, WASA Region 114 held its annual Regional Awards dinner honoring amazing groups and individuals for their contributions to education in our region.

Highlighting our Regional Art Show & Knowledge Bowl Results!

Results are in! This year's High School Art Show and Knowledge bowl are, once again, a tremendous success in our own Olympic ESD region.

Kim Weaver, OESD's STEM Coordinator, Joins National Science Peer Review Panel

Out of 300 applicants from 39 states, Washington D.C., and international locations, Kim was one of 13 people selected that demonstrated extensive knowledge of the NGSS and a critical eye for high-quality materials designed for the NGSS.

Seven schools in the Olympic ESD 114 Region earned a “School of Distinction” award for student achievement in 2017.

Seven schools in the Olympic ESD 114 Region earned a “School of Distinction” award for student achievement in 2017.

OESD and Chimacum Celebrate 2018 Regional Teacher of the Year, Gary Coyan

Gary Coyan, Arts/CTE Teacher at Chimacum High School, is definitely a teacher to celebrate!

The OESD Region Welcomes Two New Superintendents for the 2017-2018 School Year!

North Kitsap and Queets-Clearwater School Districts greet new leadership.

Olympic ESD STEM Hotspot

We are the STEM Hotspot at OESD 114, connecting teachers to content knowledge, STEM professionals, classroom best practices and standards from Math, Science, CTE, ELA, and Computer Science!

Seven Schools in the OESD Region earned a "School of Distinction" award in 2017

Schools of Distinction Award recipients are recognized for being in the top 5% of improvement for their levels.

2017 OESD Regional Classified Employee of the Year Honored at North Kitsap School Board Meeting

“If you have been a parent or a staff member at North Kitsap High School in the past 22 years, then you know what an incredible person Tonja is!

Student Art & Knowledge is Thriving in Our Region

The results have been counted! 2016-2017 has proven to be a successful year of remarkable student talent in knowledge and the arts. Our Olympic ESD region is lucky to be the place where many talented students call home.

WASA Region 114 Awards – 2017 Highlights

On Monday, April 17, 2017, WASA Region 114 held its annual Regional Awards dinner honoring amazing groups and individuals for their contributions to education in our region.

Accreditation Earned!

Quilcene, North Kitsap and Kingston High Schools Have Achieved Something Special.

OESD Celebrates Schools of Distinction

Our Olympic ESD 114 region celebrated four schools that earned a “School of Distinction” award for student achievement in 2016.

Spotlight on the 21st Century SUCCESS Program and Amazing Student Reflections

Students like Willow Baker find SUCCESS through Reflections.

Welcome to Our Website "Refresh"

Our OESD website is undergoing some changes. You will find that most menus and navigation remain in familiar places. Thank you for your patience as we continue to develop our site.

2017 Young Writer's Conference

Mark your calendars for the next Young Writer's Conference - Two Locations: March 21, 2017, at Peninsula College and March 23, 2017, at Olympic College.

Congratulations to Jim Weller, 2016 Recipient of a Washington State Mathematics Council Award

Click here to read more about Jim Weller's achievement.

New Superintendents in the OESD Region Launch the 2016-2017 School Year!

Meet the new superintendents for South Kitsap, Crescent, Cape Flattery, and Port Townsend school districts.

Quilcene High School Recognized as a School of Opportunity

The National Education Policy Center (NEPC) has recognized 20 schools from around the country as Schools of Opportunity, and our very own Quilcene High School is one of them.

2017 Regional Teacher of the Year Honored at Port Angeles School Board Meeting

Port Angeles High School Science Teacher John Gallagher was honored at the Port Angeles Board meeting on September 8, 2016, as the 2017 Regional Teacher of the Year.

OESD’s New Board Member Takes His Oath of Office

OESD’s New Board Member Cliff Huenergard Takes His Oath of Office August 18, 2016

Save the Date! 2017 Regional High School Art Show Dates are Set.

For an opportunity to participate in, and to view amazing student artwork in the Olympic region, please click here and make plans to be a part of it!

Celebrating STEM at the 4th Annual STEM Showcase

Anyone setting foot in Kitsap Mall on Saturday, April 30th, was bound to feel the buzz of energy fueled by a couple thousand kids experiencing science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) in new and exciting ways.

Celebrating Incredible Student Art & Knowledge in Our Region

2015-2016 marks another year of amazing student talent in knowledge and the arts. Read more about some amazing students in our Olympic ESD region.

2016 Olympic ESD Regional Classified Employee of the Year

A little bit about our Classified Employee of the Year - Dara Sellars, ASB/Internal Controls, Central Kitsap School District. Read More...

OESD's Instructional Materials Cooperative & Learn 360 - New Resources Available!

Olympic ESD 114’s Instructional Materials Cooperative (IMC) is pleased to announce new titles added to Learn360. IMC members enjoy access to Learn360’s digital collection of quality instructional videos and supplementary materials. Please click here for a list of the new titles and a current newsletter full of information about the Learn360 collection.

WASA Region 114 Awards – 2016 Highlights

On Monday, April 18, 2016, WASA Region 114 held its annual Regional Awards dinner honoring amazing groups and individuals for their contributions to education in our region.

OESD Celebrates Schools of Distinction

Five schools within the Olympic ESD 114 region were celebrated with a “School of Distinction” award for student achievement in 2015. Each of these schools was recognized for steady improvement on standardized state exam scores in reading and math over the past five years.

Have you heard about Educational Service Districts?

Click here for a short video describing ESD services across the state of Washington.

OESD 114 Appreciates Its Dedicated Board of Directors

On January 21, 2016, OESD staff presented its Board members with a special Thank You in honor of Board Appreciation Month.

2015-16 AESD Executive Summary For Legislators

ESDs are recognized by OSPI as critically necessary for implementation of essential activities in our schools. Click here to find out more....

School Safety & Security Cooperative 2015-2016 Kickoff Event – in its second year!

The region’s School Safety and Security Cooperative held its 2015-2016 school year kickoff event on Tuesday, October 13, 2015. Leaders gathered together to explore the important issue of Threat Assessment in schools and collaborate with community partners.

2016 Regional Teacher of the Year Honored at North Kitsap School Board Meeting

OESD 114 Superintendent Greg Lynch joins the North Kitsap School Board, Superintendent Patty Page, and Principal Christy Cole to honor Theresa Holland-Schmid on September 24, 2015.

STEM is "Happening" at OESD 114

2015 marks amazing growth and opportunities in the realm of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) for our region’s teachers and students.

Three New Superintendents Welcomed in the OESD Region for 2015-2016

Meet our region's new superintentendents for the 2015-2016 school year!

Board-in-Review 2014-2015: OESD 114 Installs Two New Board Members and Pays Tribute to Jean Wasson

Two new Board members took their Oaths of Office in 2014-2015 and OESD 114 Pays Tribute to Jean Wasson

2015 WASA Region 114 Awards

On Monday, April 27, 2015, WASA Region 114 honored several Community Leaders at its annual Regional Awards Dinner

OESD Celebrates Schools of Distinction

Five schools in the OESD region earned the Schools of Distinction honor in 2014. OESD Superintendent Greg Lynch presented each school with a special banner and award as part of the celebration.

2015 Regional High School Art Show Highlights

See highlights of the 42nd Annual Regional Art Show Reception (...and view each winning piece).

2015 OESD Staff Years of Service and Retirement Celebration

The Olympic ESD Celebrated Staff Years of Service and Retirements on Friday, May 29, 2015!

2015 Olympic ESD Regional Classified Employee of the Year Honored at a CKSD Board Meeting

Rebecca Thomas, paraeducator at Emerald Heights Elementary School was recently honored as the 2015 Regional Classified Employee of the Year.

2015 Regional ESD Teams Advance to State Knowledge Bowl Tournament

Knowledge Bowl competitions have wrapped up for the 2014-2015 school year and the winners are advancing to the state competition next month. Knowledge Bowl, a regional competition, pits school teams against each other in a challenge of academics. Question topics can range from literature to science to popular media.

Click Here for Dr. Sandra Alberti's presentation on the Common Core!

Dr. Sandra Alberti, a national expert on the Common Core State Standards was hosted by the OESD in Bremerton on February 26, 2015.

OESD 114 Staff Members Gather for Seahawks Momentum!

OESD staff members gather momentum and celebrate Blue Friday on January 16, 2015, in honor of the Seahawks playoff game against the Green Bay Packers scheduled for Sunday, January 18.

OESD 114 Staff Recognized for Outstanding Work

At their October 17, 2014, OESD 114 Board Meeting, Board members recognized staff for outstanding work and contributions leading to the Head Start and Early Head Start Program achievement of receiving an exceptional 2013-14 program review.

School Safety & Security Cooperative

OESD 114 is excited to announce that many of our school districts in the region have formed a School Safety and Security Cooperative. On Monday, October 20, 2014, leaders gathered together for the very first School Safety and Security Cooperative 2014-15 kickoff event to explore these important issues, learn from each other (first responders and community partners), and install plans to either prevent or mitigate safety and security risks to students and staff.

2015 Regional Teacher of the Year, Kim Witte, Honored at CKSD Board Meeting

OESD Superintendent Greg Lynch presents the 2015 Regional Teacher of the Year Award to Kim Witte, PineCrest Elementary Teacher. (left to right in photo): CKSD Board President Mark Gaines, Olympic ESD 114 Board Member Elizabeth Drew, CKSD Interim Superintendent David McVicker, Olympic ESD 114 Regional Teacher of the Year Kim Witte, Olympic ESD 114 Superintendent Greg Lynch, Linda Witte (Kim’s mom), Jeff Witte (Kim’s brother), Bud Witte (Kim’s dad)

2015 AESD Conference - Registration is CLOSED

Registration is CLOSED for the 2015 AESD Annual Conference, Please contact Registrar Don Jacobs with questions: 360-405-5801

North Mason Bus Drivers Win State Championship

It's the first time in 14 years that drivers from within OESD 114 region have taken top honors.

OESD Welcomes New Superintendents

Olympic ESD 114 is pleased to introduce four new superintendents within the region for the 2014-15 school year.

OESD Celebrates Five “Schools of Distinction”

Five schools within the Olympic ESD 114 region have received the “School of Distinction” award for student achievement. They were recognized for steady improvement on test scores for standardized state exams in reading and math over the past five years.

OSPI's 2014 State Art Show Winners Announced

Good News! One of our Regional High School Art Show winners went on to win at OSPI’s State Art Show!

2014 Olympic ESD Regional Classified Employee of the Year

Suzanne Compton, a paraeducator at the Bremerton High School library, was chosen from an outstanding pool of applicants as the Olympic ESD Regional Classified Employee of the Year. Suzanne is pictured here with Olympic ESD Superintendent, Greg Lynch.

WASA Region 114 Awards for 2014

On Monday, April 28, 2014, WASA Region 114 held its annual Regional Awards dinner at the Clearwater Resort in Suquamish. Olympic ESD Superintendent Greg Lynch hosted the dinner. WASA Executive Director

2014 Young Writer's Conference

Nearly 400 students from the OESD region participated in the Young Writer's Conference held regionally March 25th and 27th at Olympic and Peninsula Community Colleges.

CERTIFICATION UPDATE: OSPI

As a result of OSPI's shift to an online certification system, OESD 114 has lost state funding for a certification specialist. The ESD has formed a certification cooperative for the districts in its service area, plus Bainbridge Island and Peninsula school districts to provide them with certification services. We also provide limited services to educators from other areas. See the Certificate page (under the Admin Services tab) for more information.

41st Annual High School Art Show Celebrated

The 41st Annual High School Art Show was held at the Olympic ESD on March 6, 2013. Over 150 students, parents and staff attended to celebrate student achievement in the arts.

2014 Regional ESD Teams Advance to State Knowledge Bowl Tournament

Regional Knowledge Bowl competitions have come to a close at the Olympic ESD and six teams advance to the state competition. Read on to learn more about Knowledge Bowl and our regional winners.

2014 Regional Teacher of the Year

OESD is pleased to announce the 2014 Regional Teacher of the Year, Eric Samson from Central Kitsap Junior High School.

Celebrating Staff with 20 Years of Service

Five people were recognized this year for their outstanding service to the ESD and dedication for 20 years. Meet the staff and learn more about them.

Olympic ESD's New Superintendent is Announced

Greg Lynch, Superintendent of Central Kitsap School District is announced as the newly selected Superintendent of the Olympic Educational Service District. Mr. Lynch will take over July 1 for outgoing Superintendent Dr. Walt Bigby, who will retire June 30.

Local Students Get a Dose of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math

In the first annual STEM event, school districts and community organizations partnered to bring fun, hands-on experiences to students learning about science, math, technology and engineering.

2013 WASA Region 114 Awards Presented

In an annual event honoring and recognizing outstanding educational contributions, the Olympic ESD hosted an Awards Dinner and Ceremony in April.

2013 Regional Classified Employee of the Year Announced

Congratulations to Rick Haskins of the Central Kitsap School District for being named the Olympic ESD regional finalist for the OSPI Classified Employee of the Year. Click here to read more about Rick.

2013 Young Writer's Conference Held This Week in OESD Region

The 2013 Young Writer's Conference will be held at Peninsula Community College and Olympic College this week. Students from 15 local districts will attend and participate in writing workshops.

40th Annual High School Art Show Celebrated

The 40th Annual High School Art Show was held at the Olympic ESD on March 6, 2013. Over 150 students, parents and staff attended to celebrate student achievement in the arts.

WaKIDS Links Early Learning and K-12 to Support Students

A joint partnership between OSPI, DEL & Thrive by Five has helped to develop WaKIDS, the Kindergarten Inventory of Developing Skills. This system is being used to support early learning and the K-12 system to build partnerships.

OESD Employees Make the Holiday a Little Brighter for Families in Need

Olympic ESD staff members worked together to bring Christmas gifts and gift cards to families in need during the holiday season through the ESD's Christmas Angel Program.

South Kitsap School District Takes the School of Distinction Awards by Storm

Five South Kitsap School District elementary's were recently honored by the Center for Educational Effectiveness with the School of Distinction Award for 2012.

OESD Welcomes New Superintendents for the 2012-2013 School Year

Five new superintendents joined Olympic ESD school districts for the 2012-2013 school year. Meet the new faces around the ESD region.

Thailand Educator Exchange Teacher Visits Olympic ESD

Piangkan Pramnin was awarded a fellowship from the U.S. Department of Education to participate in the Thailand Educator Exchange Program. Ms. Pramnin is being hosted by Jeffrey Youde, Principal at Quilcene High and Elementary who will also be participating in the exchange.

Olympic ESD Congratulates 2013 Regional Teacher of the Year

Richard Newell of the Central Kitsap School District was selected as this year's regional teacher of the year. His application will be advancing to compete in OSPI's statewide Teacher of The Year. Read on to learn more about Richard and his contributions to teaching

Common Core State Standards Learning Opportunities

With the introduction of the Common Core State Standards to Washington State last year, the ESD has been providing trainings and adapted materials for districts. This year, during year two of the implementation plan, we will build on concepts and develop leadership workgroups beginning in late October.

New Changes in Olympic ESD Support of School Improvement

Recent changes in OSPI school improvement initiatives has allowed the Olympic ESD to refine its services to districts. Read on to learn more about what's new this year.

Professional Development Opportunities at the ESD

The ESD aims to offer quality, relevent professional development in the form of trainings, workshops, professional learning communities and leadership development. Click here to learn more about opportunities at the Olympic ESD.

Staff Receives Patriot Award for Support of Military Personnel

Olympic ESD staff were honored in a presentation of the Patriot Award, given to supportive employers of the National Guard and Reserve.

2012 WASA Region 114 Annual Awards

The WASA Region 114 held its Annual Regional Awards Dinner at Anthony’s in Bremerton on April 24, 2012. Eight Individuals from five districts in the Olympic ESD 114 region were honored that evening.

March Events Celebrated Student Success in the Arts & Writing

Two events that occurred in the month of March celebrated student achievement, the Young Writer's Conference, working with elementary students to promote writing, and the Regional High School Art Show, celebrating student creativity and skill.