Ready to start a career you love and create a positive impact? Become a Teacher Assistant (TA)! Let North Ed support your journey by providing competitive wages, insurance packages, full tuition reimbursement and opportunities for career advancement. To learn more about the multiple TA positions available across various center-based programs, visit https://www.northwested.org/services/human-resources/employment-opportunities/ .
9 months ago, North Ed News
Image of male teacher assistant and young elementary students smiling with a blue overlay. Text graphic reads: “We’re Hiring! Teacher Assistants. Make a difference in a student’s life and start a career you love! Starting wage $19.51/hr, great insurance benefits, full tuition reimbursement, opportunities for career advancement. Join our talented team of educators… apply today! NorthwestEd.org/employment.” with the Northwest Education Services logo.
Don’t forget to nominate the outstanding educator in your life! Nominations close this Friday, April 10, 2026. Nominate today! https://rebrand.ly/2026oea
about 17 hours ago, North Ed News
2026 Outstanding Educators. Nomination Deadline: Friday, April 10, 2026. Traverse Connect. Northwest Education Services. TBA Credit Union.

Rooms is officially launching on April 8! Families, be sure to keep an eye out for a text or email invitation to our new classroom communication platform. To learn more, visit https://rebrand.ly/2gio7ut

7 days ago, North Ed News
Rooms on the Web or on the North Ed Mobile App. Launching soon! News, Events, Messages, Classes. Download the Northwest Education Services app from the IOS App Store or Android Play Store and enable notifications.
North Ed instructional programs will be closed Monday, Mar. 30 through Friday, April 3. Have a fun and safe spring break. We look forward to seeing everyone back in school on Monday, April 6!
9 days ago, North Ed News
Graphic with background of light peaking through a blossoming tree in an open, grassy field, with a green overlay. The centered text reads “Enjoy Spring Break, Mar. 30- April 3.” with the Northwest Education Services logo.

We are very proud to have three exemplary North Ed leaders featured in the Traverse City Record-Eagle 2026 Women’s History Month special section: Dr. Tara Mager, Superintendent; Dr. Yvonne Donohoe McCool, Director of Early Childhood Services; and Marty Guiney, McKinney-Vento Liaison & Special Education Supervisor. It is an honor to have them on our team and we thank them for their work that shapes the future for educators, learners and families in our community. Read the full article.

13 days ago, North Ed News
2026 Women’s History Month. Record Eagle. March 2026. The publication cover image is designed with muted tones of green leaves that fade into the background of the page.
Have you heard about the North Ed mobile app? With this free app, you can stay up to date with the latest North Ed news, events and our new Rooms communication tool. Download today!

To learn more, visit https://rebrand.ly/2gio7ut
14 days ago, North Ed News
It’s everything North Ed, in your pocket. News, Events, Messages, Classes. Download the Northwest Education Services app from the IOS App Store or Android Play Store and enable notifications.
During last week’s historic blizzard, North Ed custodial staff worked all day Tuesday and Wednesday to clear snow from the walkways on all North Ed campuses. For many, that meant shoveling out of their own driveways and neighborhoods when roads were not yet clear and navigating North Ed grounds before our plow service arrived! Thank you for going above and beyond to ensure North Ed students and staff could quickly return to school and safely access our facilities
15 days ago, North Ed News
Thank you custodians. Northwest Education Services. The background photo shows snow levels reaching midway up an entrance door, and snow drifts up to the roofline of a car, nearly covering the car.

Welcome to Rooms! Our new classroom communication tool to connect you with staff and get updates relevant to your student, on the web or on the North Ed mobile app. Rooms will be launching soon. Follow us to stay up to date on the latest Rooms news. Learn more.

21 days ago, North Ed News
Welcome to Rooms on the Web or on the North Ed Mobile App. News, Events, Messages, Classes. Download the Northwest Education Services app from the IOS App Store or Android Play Store and enable notifications.

We are incredibly proud to announce that our very own Maranda Foster has been named Paraprofessional of the Year by the Michigan Council for Exceptional Children (MCEC)!

From leading the student-run Creekside Bistro to her implementation of applied educational neuroscience, Maranda’s dedication to our Creekside School students and community is truly inspiring.

Join us in celebrating Maranda’s well-deserved recognition!

Read the full story.

24 days ago, North Ed News
2026 Michigan CEC Award Winner: Paraprofessional of the Year, Maranda Foster, Northwest Education Services. Council for Exceptional Children | Michigan.
We’re seeking nominations for the 2026 Outstanding Educator Awards! Learn more about how to nominate the teacher, support staffer or administrator who’s making a difference in your school! https://rebrand.ly/2026oea
about 1 month ago, North Ed News
2026 Outstanding Educators. Nominate today. Deadline: Friday, April 10, 2026. Traverse Connect. Northwest Education Services. TBA Credit Union.
Help North Ed raise funds for Special Olympics of Michigan. Take the plunge with us on Saturday, March 21 at Short’s Brewing Co.’s Elk Rapids Pull Barn. To join our Plunge Team or donate, visit https://www.classy.org/team/788634
about 2 months ago, North Ed News
Join the North Ed Plunge Team
Take the plunge with North Ed to raise money for Special Olympics Michigan! Last year, our team raised over $4,000, and with your help, we can raise even more. To join our Plunge Team or donate, visit https://www.classy.org/team/788634
2 months ago, North Ed News
Help me raise funds for Special Olympics Michigan. Join the North Ed Plunge Team

All Northwest Education Services programs will be closed Friday, Dec. 19, 2025, due to inclement weather and hazardous road conditions. No in-person or virtual instruction will take place. This closure includes all North Ed Special Education and Career Tech programs.
For more information, including staff guidelines for snow days, please see our School Closings & Alerts webpage:
https://www.northwested.org/page/school-closings-alerts

4 months ago, North Ed News
North Ed instructional programs will be closed Monday, Dec. 22, through Friday, Jan. 2. Have a fun and restful winter break. We look forward to seeing everyone back in school on Jan. 5!
4 months ago, North Ed News
Graphic with a background of thin, snow covered trees, with a square green overlay. Centered text reads “Enjoy Winter Break” in large blue letters, with “Dec. 22 - Jan. 2” in a blue bar below. At the bottom, the Northwest Education Services logo appears.
Today we celebrate Special Education Day and the incredible impact of Northwest Education Services’ special education team.
To our educators, therapists, support staff, families and most of all, our students—thank you for inspiring us, trusting us and reminding us every day of the limitless potential of Special Education.
We’re proud to help build classrooms, communities and opportunities where all students belong, grow and thrive.
4 months ago, North Ed News
Limitless Potential: The Power of Special Education. Special Education Day. #MiLimitlessPotential. Northwest Education Services. Proud to serve over 3,300 Special Education students in our region. Michigan’s Center for Educational Performance and Information, Disability Report for Northwest Education Services, All Districts, All Schools, All Grades, All Students (2024-25).
This Giving Tuesday, help students in our community reach their highest potential!
From scholarships and career preparation, to providing essentials like food, clothing, assistive technology and basic medical care, your gift to the North Ed Foundation makes a real difference for local students and families. Donate today and be part of their success! www.northedfoundation.org
4 months ago, North Ed News
North Ed Foundation graphic promoting Giving Tuesday with an image of a young student wearing a hat smiling on the playground with a slate blue overlay.
North Ed will be closed Thursday, Nov. 27, and Friday, Nov. 28. Enjoy your fall break! We look forward to seeing everyone back in school on Dec. 1!
4 months ago, North Ed News
Graphic with a background of overlapping autumn leaves in shades of yellow, orange, and red. Centered text reads “Enjoy Fall Break” in large blue letters, with “Nov. 27 – 28” in a blue bar below. At the bottom, the Northwest Education Services logo appears.

The North Ed Foundation is now on Facebook! Like and follow their page to stay up to date on Foundation news, student impact, and opportunities to give. https://www.facebook.com/NorthEdFoundation/

4 months ago, North Ed News
Like, follow, share North Ed Foundation on Facebook.

Yesterday, educators from across the region gathered for our annual Regional Staff Development Day, gaining new insight and tools for supporting students and improving outcomes. Thank you to our distinguished presenters, Dr. Shelley Moore, Dr. Dylan Wiliam, Dr. Lori Desautels and Dr. John Hattie.

5 months ago, North Ed News
Image of Dylan Wiliam presenting on Formative Assessment in the Traverse City Central High auditorium for Regional Staff Development Day.
Image of Dr. Shelley Moore presenting on Inclusive Education for All Students for in the Traverse City West Senior High auditorium for Regional Staff Development Day. The projection reads “What is inclusion?”.

Check out these creepy creatures created by our Creekside middle school students, facilitated by Ms. Wendy of Art Escapes!

5 months ago, North Ed News
Image of a blue paper mache creature, with small eyes on either side of its rectangular head and sharp, yellow teeth.
Image of a green paper mache creature, with floppy red antennae, small yellow eyes, red mouth, orange tongue, three yellow teeth, and orange hands.
Image of a red paper mache creature, with orange and black felt ears. An eye patch, one red hand, a blue hook in place of a hand, black nose, one red foot and one black foot.
Image of an orange creature with a purple mouth, floppy antenna, one orange hand, one green hand, one red eye, and one green eye, made with paper mache.
Image of a blue creature with red antenna, green limbs, and several red, indistinguishable facial features, made with paper mache.