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Jack Hoke receives Outstanding Alumni Award from Appalachian State Reich College of Education.
Dr. Jennifer Griffin received the Dr. Brad Sneeden Leadership Award
Mike Swan, NWRESA Superintendent of the Year
Anna Lankford retirement from NWRESA
NWRESA Finance Training
Northwest Coaching Collaborative Workshop
Stronger Together

Latest News

We Are Hiring! (Job Description Link)

Regional Learning Leader
Employer: North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching (NCCAT)
Assignment: Northwest Regional Education Service Alliance (NWRESA) — Northwest Region
Position Type: Part-Time, 20 hours per week
Number of Positions: Two (2)
Length of Assignment: One-year appointment
Position End Date: June 30, 2027
Reports To: NCCAT, in collaboration with NWRESA regional leadership
Primary Service Area: Northwest Region of North Carolina

Send your resume to Dr. Terry Worrell [email protected] by September 9th, 2026.
Interviews will be held on September 14th, 2026.

Latest News

We Are Hiring! (Job Description Link)

We Are Hiring! (Job Description Link)

Regional Learning Leader
Employer: North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching (NCCAT)
Assignment: Northwest Regional Education Service Alliance (NWRESA) — Northwest Region
Position Type: Part-Time, 20 hours per week
Number of Positions: Two (2)
Length of Assignment: One-year appointment
Position End Date: June 30, 2027
Reports To: NCCAT, in collaboration with NWRESA regional leadership
Primary Service Area: Northwest Region of North Carolina

Send your resume to Dr. Terry Worrell [email protected] by September 9th, 2026.
Interviews will be held on September 14th, 2026.

NWRESA September Newsletter

NWRESA Job Alike Meetings for 2026-2027

Mike Swan Named NWRESA Superintendent of the Year

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Executive Director's Message

Dear Valued Members and Education Professionals,

It is my privilege to welcome you to the Northwest RESA, an organization dedicated to strengthening our educational community through high quality professional development and meaningful collaboration.  We believe that the strongest educational outcomes emerge when professionals work together, sharing insights, resources, and best practices.  Our organization serves as a vital hub where members can connect, collaborate and build lasting professional relationships that benefit not only individual careers but entire educational communities.  

Education is an ever-evolving field, and we are committed to ensuring our members have access to cutting-edge professional learning opportunities.  Through workshops, seminars, conferences, job alike meetings,and ongoing educational initiatives, we provide the support and resources necessary for continuous professional growth and excellence.  

We promote communication between our member organizations and key stakeholders, including the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, the North Carolina State Board of Education, the North Carolina General Assembly and various Professional Education Associations.  This role allows us to advocate for our members’ needs while ensuring that important policy developments and opportunities reach those who need them most.  

Sincerely,
Terry W. Worrell, Ed.D
 
 
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Workshops

Workshops are offered for administrators, counselors, and teachers on a variety of topics. These topics can be requested by the NWRESA Board of Directors, council members, and teachers based on regional needs.
 
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Mission

The mission of the Northwest RESA is to provide professional services, quality staff development, and support for our educational community in a proactive, efficient, and cost-effective manner in order to make a positive difference in student learning.
 
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Partnerships

The Northwest RESA actively seeks grant opportunities for our member systems in partnership with organizations and Institutions of Higher Education in North Carolina.

Latest News

Executive Director's Message

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Executive Director's Message

Dear Valued Members and Education Professionals,

It is my privilege to welcome you to the Northwest RESA, an organization dedicated to strengthening our educational community through high quality professional development and meaningful collaboration.  We believe that the strongest educational outcomes emerge when professionals work together, sharing insights, resources, and best practices.  Our organization serves as a vital hub where members can connect, collaborate and build lasting professional relationships that benefit not only individual careers but entire educational communities.  

Education is an ever-evolving field, and we are committed to ensuring our members have access to cutting-edge professional learning opportunities.  Through workshops, seminars, conferences, job alike meetings,and ongoing educational initiatives, we provide the support and resources necessary for continuous professional growth and excellence.  

We promote communication between our member organizations and key stakeholders, including the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, the North Carolina State Board of Education, the North Carolina General Assembly and various Professional Education Associations.  This role allows us to advocate for our members’ needs while ensuring that important policy developments and opportunities reach those who need them most.  

Sincerely,
Terry W. Worrell, Ed.D
 
 

Workshops

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Workshops

Workshops are offered for administrators, counselors, and teachers on a variety of topics. These topics can be requested by the NWRESA Board of Directors, council members, and teachers based on regional needs.
 

Mission

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Mission

The mission of the Northwest RESA is to provide professional services, quality staff development, and support for our educational community in a proactive, efficient, and cost-effective manner in order to make a positive difference in student learning.
 

Partnerships

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Partnerships

The Northwest RESA actively seeks grant opportunities for our member systems in partnership with organizations and Institutions of Higher Education in North Carolina.

Upcoming Events

NWRESA C&I Leaders

Time: 9 AM – 12 PM
Location: WCS Board of Education, 613 Cherry St, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659, USA
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