Web Links

			International Reading Association

Those who teach reading to learners of all ages will find the IRA web site brimming with literacy resources for the classroom. 

			Washington State

Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction
OSPI is the primary agency charged with overseeing K-12 education in Washington state.  It's web pages have great resources and tools for literacy professionals in our state.

Professional Educator Standards Board
The Professional Educator Standards Board was created in July of 2000 to address policies and practices affecting Washington State's certified education professionals. The website contains information about the new Alternative Routes to teacher certification.

State Board of Education
The State Board of Education is Washington's main education policy making body. The website contains information on the current issues before the board as well as policies and state codes pertaining to graduation requirements, the certificate of mastery, basic education assistance, recent board resolutions and various application forms.

Washington Center for Teaching Careers
WATeach was established by Washington State Department of Education to recruit qualified individuals to the teaching profession in order to alleviate the shortage of credential teachers in Washington. WATeach is a one-stop information and referral recruitment center for individuals who may be interested in a teaching career. WATeach offers a variety of informational and advisor-assisted services to prospective teachers.

			Educational Service Districts

Washington State's nine Educational Service Districts (ESDs) are listed below. The ESDs are responsible for providing cooperative and informational services to local school districts, assisting the State Superintendent of Public Instruction and State Board of Education in the performance of their respective statutory and constitutional duties, and providing services to school districts to assure equal educational opportunities for all students.

ESD 101 - Spokane
ESD 105 - Yakima
ESD 112 - Vancouver
ESD 113 - Olympia
ESD 123 - Pasco
ESD 171 North Central - Wenatchee
ESD 189 Northwest - Mt. Vernon
ESD Olympic 114 - Bremerton
ESD Puget Sound- Burien

			Professional Organizations in Washington

Washington State Association for
Supervision & Curriculum Development
Washington State ASCD is an inclusive professional association for all educators, facilitating continuous professional growth and advocating for instructional leadership to assure success for each learner.  Washington State ASCD is an independent state unit affiliated with International ASCD through compatible constitutions and participation in the governance of ASCD through membership on its Board of Directors.  WSASCD offers an opportunity for leadership, problem solving, joint planning, research, publications and networking.

Washington State Council for Social Studies
The Washington State Council for Social Studies is a professional organization that exists to promote and influence social studies education.  Their web site has many links to social studies resources.

Washington State Mathematics Council
The Washington State Mathematics Council is a professional organization that exists to promote and influence mathematics education. The membership is committed to developing, supporting, and encouraging opportunities that lead to quality mathematics curricula and effective instruction. WSMC promotes high professional standards and serves as a communication network for anyone interested in mathematics education.

			Reading Instruction

Literature Circles Resource Center
College of Education ~ Seattle University
Information and resources for teachers and students in elementary and middle school

			Education Related

Project TEACH
In collaboration with K12 and University partners, Project TEACH provides seamless pathways to a teaching career. Project TEACH is committed to offering exemplary pre-service and in-service training for K12 teachers and to modeling a commitment to best practices and innovation in teacher education.

National Board for Professional Teaching Standards
The National Board for Professional Teaching Standards is an independent, nonprofit organization seeking to advance both student learning and the teacher profession. The website includes updated information on National Board Certification and other professional development issues in the field of teaching.

National Education Association
NEA is America's oldest and largest organization committed to advancing the cause of public education. Founded in 1857 in Philadelphia and now headquartered in Washington, D.C., NEA proudly claims more than 2.5 million members who work at every level of education, from pre-school to university graduate programs. NEA has affiliates in every state as well as in over 13,000 local communities across the United States.

Washington Education Association
The WEA is Washington State's largest public employee labor organization representing nearly 70,000 school and college employees. The website contains a jobline, information on member benefits, professional development, WEA field offices and assorted articles on education in Washington State.

Washington Educator Skills Test-Basic
Beginning in September 2002, this new basic skills assessment will be required of all applicants to Washington-approved teacher preparation programs and persons from out of state applying for a Washington State residency teaching certificate. The basic skills areas included in the assessment are reading, mathematics, and writing.

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