Please join us for a time of inspiration, reflection, and learning thoughtfully crafted to address issues and challenges faced by school counselors, behavior specialists, and child development specialists. See agenda below!

*PDUs & lunch provided

*NOTE: If you plan to attend the AI for Counselors breakout session, it is recommended that you bring a laptop or device.

Girls & Autism - autism spectrum disorder (ASD) looks quite different for girls than it does for boys! Join us to learn more and find out why experts think that boys are 4 times more likely to be on the autism spectrum than are girls!

IMESD Board Meeting

Join the IMESD RIS Autism Team for a one hour, bi-monthly meeting to discuss any needs, areas of support, or concerns you might have for your specific students with autism and/or programs you are involved with. You may hop on and hop off as your time allows! You are welcome to join and see if anything piques your interest and engage in a lively chat with your autism consultants!

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Discussion Leader: Wendy Briney

Discussion Topic: An opportunity to ask questions about your EI kids who are showing language delays at a virtual round table discussion with an ECSE Speech/Language Pathologist.  

Looking to get the most out of IXL in your classroom? Join us for our monthly virtual training sessions designed to help educators explore new features, discover best practices, and strengthen their instructional use of the platform. Each session provides hands-on guidance, tips for integrating IXL into daily practice, and time to get your questions answered. Whether you’re new to IXL or looking to deepen your expertise, these monthly trainings will give you fresh ideas and practical strategies to support student learning and engagement.

**Please note: Participants are welcome to attend these sessions IN-PERSON at the Pendleton IMESD OR online. Our trainer will be on hand to answer questions, coordinate school visits, and provide customized coaching.

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https://zoom.us/my/oregon.ixl

Please join us virtually or in person at InterMountain ESD in Pendleton or Malheur ESD in Vale to learn about the four Interim Test options adopted by the State Board of Education.

If you are joining us in person, there will be an opportunity for group discussion between presentations. LUNCH INCLUDED FOR THOSE JOINING IN PERSON.

If you are joining virtually, feel free to pop into the webinar at your convenience to listen to the demonstrations that are of interest to you. See schedule below.

Pacific/Mountain Time Schedule

11 AM/Noon Light lunch & informal Q&A for in-person attendees

11:30/12:30 Renaissance, STAR

12:30/1:30 Curriculum Associates, iReady

1:30/2:30 NWEA, MAP Growth

2:30/3:30 Cambium, Smarter Balance

3:10/4:10 Quick debrief and close for in-person attendees

Background

The 2025 Oregon Education Accountability Act (Sections 24 and 25) require districts and public charter schools to:

1. Select Interim Test option(s) from list adopted by the State Board of Education
2. Administer Interim Tests for language arts and math 3 times per year in grades K-8
3. Review Interim Test data at least 3 times per year with administrators from each school and during a public meeting for the superintendent and, if applicable the governing body of public charter schools.

A number of in-person and virtual Interim Test vendor demonstrations are being held across the state in an effort to support districts and public charter schools with making an informed decision.

If you have any questions, please contact Dave Williams (InterMountain ESD) or Angie Arriola (Malheur ESD).

Thu, Apr 23, 2026 11:00 AM - 3:30 PM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)

We look forward to having you attend the event!

OTREN Administrator Collaborative Event will be held at the Pendleton IMESD office in Lodgepole/Ponderosa. Dinner will be provided. If you are interested in attending please contact McKennon McDonald.

OTREN Administrator Collaborative Event will be held at the Pendleton IMESD office in Lodgepole/Ponderosa. Lunch will be provided. If you are interested in attending please contact McKennon McDonald.

Trainers: Sherry Lambert

Hannah McCaleb

Course Description: Session 3: Building Relationships. Each session will include a brief review of the pyramid, content from Module 1, and a resource for participants.

Trainer: Vikii Wenzel

Course Description: A discussion of the foundational impact of music on developmental domains in the learning environment.

Join the IMESD RIS Autism Team for a one hour, bi-monthly meeting to discuss any needs, areas of support, or concerns you might have for your specific students with autism and/or programs you are involved with. You may hop on and hop off as your time allows! You are welcome to join and see if anything piques your interest and engage in a lively chat with your autism consultants!

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Phone conference ID: 442 467 965#

Join fellow K–8 counselors from across the region for a dynamic and collaborative virtual PLC session. This is a dedicated space to connect with peers, share strategies, and engage in meaningful conversations about the real issues impacting your work. Together, we’ll explore hot topics in the counseling field, exchange resources, and work through problems of practice to uncover fresh perspectives and solutions. Whether you’re seeking support, new ideas, or simply the chance to collaborate with colleagues who “get it,” this session is designed to empower and inspire your counseling practice.

ALL K-8 Counselor PLCs will meet virtually via

Google Meet joining link: https://meet.google.com/tza-eona-agz

This is a time when representatives from each of the OTREN partner districts come together to evaluate, plan, and inform the work of the Oregon Trail REN for the 2025/2026 School Year and beyond.

The mission of our REN is improve professional support for Oregon's public educators with an emphasis on local context to ensure training is responsive to the local strengths and needs of each region.

Our AIM is: By June 2027, 80% of educators will apply learnings from their participation in Oregon Trail Regional Educator Network Programming to improve their practice, grow professionally, and positively impact student learning.

Lunch is provided

Join us for a yearlong series of virtual Tech Talks focused on how AI is reshaping teaching and learning. Explore practical tools, ethical considerations, and classroom-ready ideas with fellow educators.

Goals

🔹 Build AI literacy for teachers and leaders

🔹 Explore ethical, student-centered applications of AI

🔹 Connect and collaborate in a growing AI-focused educator network

Monthly Tech Talks

Tech Talks will run from 4:00pm to 5:00pm. Register for each Tech Talk on the IMESD Events Calendar. Each month is linked to it's specific registration page.

1. September: Teaching AI Literacy: Helping Students Think Critically About AI
2. October: AI for Lesson Planning: Work Smarter, Not Harder
3. November: AI-Powered Differentiation: Reaching Every Learner
4. December: AI for Teacher Workload: Communication, Admin Tasks, and More
5. January: AI for Feedback & Grading — and the Ethics Behind It
6. February: AI & Writing: From Brainstorming to Revision
7. April: AI as a Thinking Partner – Using AI to Spark Deeper Inquiry
8. May: Future-Proofing: Where AI is Headed — and How Educators Can Prepare

✨ Attention all Classified Staff! Join us for in-person training designed just for paraprofessionals and support staff! Build new skills, gain practical strategies, and connect with colleagues who share your commitment to supporting students.

✨ Training focuses will vary in accordance with participant requests

✨ The Intermountain Education Service District will provide free appetizers & non-alcoholic drinks

✨ Share with your colleagues & join us for meaningful learning in a fun and casual setting!

May 13th Training Focus: IMESD Autism Consultants Kris Hudson & Suzanne O'Rourke will provide training on supporting students living with Autism

Join us for this year’s Instructional Coaching Conference on Thursday, May 14.

The conference will feature a full-day workshop with Michelle Harris, founder and CEO of Endeavormore Coaching. Michelle previously partnered with Jim Knight and the Instructional Coaching Group, bringing deep expertise and practical insight into instructional coaching.

We want this day to truly reflect the needs and interests of our regional coaches. If you have ideas or topics you’d like included in the workshop, please share them! Our goal is to create a meaningful, supportive day for learning, connection, and growth.

Looking to get the most out of IXL in your classroom? Join us for our monthly virtual training sessions designed to help educators explore new features, discover best practices, and strengthen their instructional use of the platform. Each session provides hands-on guidance, tips for integrating IXL into daily practice, and time to get your questions answered. Whether you’re new to IXL or looking to deepen your expertise, these monthly trainings will give you fresh ideas and practical strategies to support student learning and engagement.

**Please note: Participants are welcome to attend these sessions IN-PERSON at the Pendleton IMESD OR online. Our trainer will be on hand to answer questions, coordinate school visits, and provide customized coaching.

Join zoom link:

https://zoom.us/my/oregon.ixl

Attention all regional 9-12 counselors, behavior specialists, interventionists, and counseling support staff:

Join fellow 9-12 counselors from across the region for a dynamic and collaborative virtual PLC session. This is a dedicated space to connect with peers, share strategies, and engage in meaningful conversations about the real issues impacting your work. Together, we’ll explore hot topics in the counseling field, exchange resources, and work through problems of practice to uncover fresh perspectives and solutions. Whether you’re seeking support, new ideas, or simply the chance to collaborate with colleagues who “get it,” this session is designed to empower and inspire your counseling practice.

Summer Transitions: Preparing ASD Students For Summer Break

Students with autism tend to have more challenges with changes in routine. Join us as we go over practical strategies for smoother transitions as summer break approaches.

IMESD Board Meeting

As the school year draws to a close, we invite our New Teachers and Mentor Teachers to gather for an afternoon of reflection, connection, and well-deserved recognition.

This celebration is more than just an end-of-year wrap-up; it is a dedicated space to pause and honor the incredible dedication you’ve shown over the past months. Together, we will look back on the milestones achieved, share the lessons learned in the trenches of the classroom, and celebrate the vital partnerships that have helped our community of teachers thrive.

Join the IMESD RIS Autism Team for a one hour, bi-monthly meeting to discuss any needs, areas of support, or concerns you might have for your specific students with autism and/or programs you are involved with. You may hop on and hop off as your time allows! You are welcome to join and see if anything piques your interest and engage in a lively chat with your autism consultants!

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Phone conference ID: 575 881 747#

As the school year draws to a close, we invite our New Teachers and Mentor Teachers to gather for an afternoon of reflection, connection, and well-deserved recognition.

This celebration is more than just an end-of-year wrap-up; it is a dedicated space to pause and honor the incredible dedication you’ve shown over the past months. Together, we will look back on the milestones achieved, share the lessons learned in the trenches of the classroom, and celebrate the vital partnerships that have helped our community of teachers thrive.

This virtual gathering is part of the Oregon Trail Regional Educator Network's Administrator Collaborative Series. The roundtable will be facilitated by Mike Scott from RightTime Coaching and will cover relevant, real-time issues that our regional educational leaders are facing. Please make sure to register to get the link. Contact McKennon McDonald if you have any questions.

IMESD Board Meeting

IMESD Board Work Session

Thanks to a generous grant from the Wildhorse Foundation Trust, IMESD is sponsoring two Playworks trainings in the region. This event is intended for elementary paraprofessionals, elementary physical education teachers, and elementary principals. Participants will experience the value of 'play' and will acquire new best practices for implementing safe and healthy play for students at recess.

Thanks to a generous grant from the Wildhorse Foundation Trust, IMESD is sponsoring two Playworks trainings in the region. This event is intended for elementary paraprofessionals, elementary physical education teachers, and elementary principals. Participants will experience the value of 'play' and will acquire new best practices for implementing safe and healthy play for students at recess.