Circle Process Training at NCES
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Grades PreK, K, 1 Community of Practice
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Grades 2 & 3 Community of Practice
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Middle & High School Mathematics
Community of Practice
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Middle & High School Social Studies
Community of Practice
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Middle School Science Community of Practice
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High School Science Community of Practice
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NCES Part-Time Job Opportunity:
Special Education Teacher
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North Country Education Services is seeking a Special Education Teacher to work at Heartwood Public Charter School in Jefferson, NH. This position will start immediately and run for the remainder of the 2025-2026 school year, with the possibility of renewal for future years.
Heartwood Public Charter School utilizes a place-based education model, providing opportunities for our students to build valuable relationships within their community through service, experiential learning, and an integrated curriculum. Students attend grades K-8 and come from towns across the region. Heartwood operates on a four-day week for students (Monday-Thursday) with Fridays dedicated to collaborative and independent planning, professional development, and other related tasks.
Competitive salary and benefits package. NH special education certification or eligibility required. To apply please send a letter of interest, resume, and 3 references to NCES Executive Director Chuck Patterson at cpatterson@ncedservices.org or 300 Gorham Hill Rd, Gorham, NH 03581.
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Building Math Minds Free Online Summit
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This year’s Build Math Minds Virtual Math Summit brings 34 incredible presenters, live sessions, and an inspiring lineup of the nation’s top math education experts and classroom practitioners.
Designed specifically for math coaches and PreK–5th grade teachers, this summit dives into the real issues and challenges of elementary mathematics instruction—while giving you practical, classroom-ready strategies you can use immediately.
Get ready for fresh ideas, energizing insights, and powerful professional learning that will help you make this your best math year yet!
Dates: February 28 and March 1, 2026
Learn more
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MTSS-B Framework Training for NH School-Level Teams
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The NH MTTSS-B Technical Assistance Center in partnership with the NHED is offering a 3-part training in March. NH school-level tiered teams will learn best practices for MTSS-B Schoolwide Tier 1 and Advanced Tier (2/3) systems development, with structured team planning time. The series will begin with a mandatory online orientation followed by two in-person training days. Schools may choose to send teams to both in-person days or just one.
Learn more
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NH High School Short Film Festival - Share Your Story
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For decades, the New Hampshire High School Short Film Festival has sparked imagination and self-expression among NH youth, celebrating their work at the state’s largest high school film event. This year, the festival is excited to expand that vision to also include the Spotlight Community Impact Awards, in partnership with Media Power Youth. Students can submit a short film or a photo/essay combination that shines a light on the people and activities in our schools that are making an impact. Come be part of a community event that celebrates creativity, connection, and inspiration. All short films, photos, and essays must be submitted by April 19th.
Visit nhmediateachers.org/nhhssff for full details.
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Christa McAuliffe Sabbatical
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Each year, the Christa McAuliffe Sabbatical awards a year-long leave of absence to an exceptional New Hampshire public school teacher. The sabbatical provides the teacher with the time, space, and funding to explore, through a self-designed project, new ideas and ways to enhance classroom teaching. Equivalent to a full year’s salary plus FICA and project expenses up to $12,000. The school district will continue to provide the teacher’s full benefits as specified in the local master contract, including medical and retirement.
Application deadline is Friday, February 13, 2026.
Learn more
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Community-Based Community of Practice:
Conscious Discipline and Social and Emotional Learning
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We are navigating complex challenges and it's easy to feel like you're doing it alone. But you're not.
Imagine a space where we come together to share insights, build skills, and support one another through the lens of Conscious Discipline and Social and Emotional Learning (SEL). That’s the heart of our Community-Based Community of Practice (CoP).
Research shows that when we feel connected and supported, our resilience grows. Shared experiences and learning in a trusted group not only reduces stress but also strengthens our confidence and capacity.
This CoP is a place to grow, reflect, and co-create change. Together, we’ll explore practical tools and compassionate strategies that build a culture of safety, belonging, and connection for the adults and children in our communities.
For: Educators, paras, and other staff from community- or family-serving organizations in Coos, upper Grafton, or upper Carroll who have participated in Conscious Discipline's Building Resilient Homes & Schools or other multi-session CD training.
Cost: Free
Dates: Third Thursday of the month
Time: Online from 6:30-7:30 PM
Facilitators: Anne-Marie Gagne, SEL Program Manager, North Country Health Consortium and Crystal Reed, Behavior Intervention Facilitator, Littleton School District
Register: Online or contact Anne-Marie Gagne for more information at agagne@nchcnh.org. Space is limited.
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Youth Workshop:
Climate-Ready Jobs in the North Country
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Celebrate Earth Month with a workshop for high schoolers and college students at the Appalachian Mountain Club Highland Center in Bretton Woods, New Hampshire. The day will bring together students from across the White Mountains region for hands-on workshop sessions to explore careers in the sciences, trades, arts, and more. This event is free, and lunch will be provided.
Hands-on sessions will be led by AMC scientists, policy experts, educators, and lodging staff, focusing on weather, ecology, advocacy, education, and sustainable operations. Partner-led workshops will further engage students in the White Mountains, fostering hope, joy, and momentum for climate action.
School counselors and teacher leaders are invited to register now if they are interested in bringing a school group (4-5 or more students), or contact Jen Natyzak at jnatyzak@outdoors.org for more information.
Date: April 10, 2026 from 9:00-2:00
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Moose on the Loose: Social Studies for Granite State Kids
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The NH Historical Society’s award-winning, free online state social studies resource, looks a little bit different these days. Mason the Moose’s virtual home got a number of upgrades recently, including a new section that provides educators with more guidance on how to teach content-based social studies to elementary students. Another addition to the site explores the connection between social studies and literacy, focusing on the critical role that background knowledge plays in supporting reading proficiency.
A robust new text-to-speech feature helps students master the reading materials. The same feature can translate the text into over 50 languages for English language learners. Other new resources include graphic organizers to help students process what they learn and a list of children’s literature that highlights New Hampshire and its heritage.
The “Moose” still has the same high-quality student readings, curated primary sources, and lesson plans that have been enriching New Hampshire classrooms since 2019. It is now the leading social studies program in the state for elementary and middle school students.
Anyone with an interest in New Hampshire’s history can dive in and explore at moose.nhhistory.org.
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Online Informational Sessions
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Adaptive Sports Partners of the North Country
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 Adaptive Sports Partners of the North Country offer a wide range of programming options including:
- Push-in programs and services
- As part of physical education to access the general curriculum
- Push-in stand-alone programs and services
- After school programs and services
- Community-based athlete scholarships
Examples of types of adaptive and accessible programs for all ages:
- Adaptive biking, including “learn to bike”
- Climbing
- Hiking
- Swimming
- Kayaking
Learn more about Adaptive Sports Partners of the North Country.
Most districts in the NCES catchment area will be eligible for free programming either through support to ASP through CMF Kids and/or the Tillotson Fund. Contact ASP more details.
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SEES Summer Internships for High School Students
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The SEES Summer Intern Program offers high school students the chance to participate in authentic NASA-aligned research alongside scientists and engineers. Projects focus on real-world challenges, including Earth systems and natural hazards, while helping students build valuable STEM and professional skills.
Application info
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2026 NH Science and Engineering Expo Dates
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High School Fair: Thursday, March 19, 2026
Middle School Fair: Thursday, May 21, 2026
What is the New Hampshire Science and Engineering Expo (NHSEE)?
The NHSEE is the New Hampshire state science fair, held each year at NHTI – Concord’s Community College in Concord, NH. Judges from business, state and local organizations, universities, and schools volunteer their time to bring authenticity to the assessment of the students’ work and research.
All projects are eligible for various category awards and special awards, with the top high school projects being invited to attend the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF), and top middle school projects being nominated to the Thermo Fisher Junior Innovators Challenge (JIC).
Do you need support?
If you would like NHSEE to visit your school, talk to your science, math, engineering, and/or technology teachers, or just answer questions, please email: Deb Schuh: at debschuh@gmail.com
Learn more about NHSEE at http://nhsee.org/
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2026 North Country Outdoor Career Expo
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Save-the-date. the next North Country Outdoor Career Expo for middle and high school students will be held on September 15, 2026 at the Lancaster Fairgrounds.
For more information, contact Michelle Gross, Career and College Pathway Coordinator at WMRHS at mgross@sau36.org or Ray Berthiaume, UNH Extension Field Specialist, at Ray.Berthiaume@unh.edu.
Download/view flyer.
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NH Drinking Water Festival and Science Fair
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February Vacation AMC Pinkham Day Camp
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For 5th and 6th graders, this vacation week camp, led by experienced AMC Instructors, will provide an engaging atmosphere to learn outdoor skills and enjoy playing, learning and exploring the outdoors. Each day will be led by 2-3 experienced AMC staff, trained in both education and outdoor guiding. All instructors are certified in Wilderness First Aid and CPR.
Each day we will focus on a different outdoor skill while exploring the trails throughout Pinkham Notch. Students will learn the basics of trip planning, navigation, shelter building, fire building, and identifying animal tracks. Students can be provided with most necessary gear for our outdoor adventures, loaned from our Pinkham Notch gear cache.
This program welcomes 5th and 6th graders residing in Coos, Grafton or Carroll County of New Hampshire. Campers may be dropped off at 9am at Pinkham Notch Visitor’s Center or dropped off at Edward Fenn Elementary School in Gorham, NH at 8:30am, campers will be shuttled from Ed Fenn to Pinkham Notch via an AMC van. Pick up at 2:00pm at Pinkham Notch or at 2:30pm at Ed Fenn in Gorham. Lunch is not included, but snacks will be provided for all days of the program.
Learn more
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Theatre UP February Break Kids Theatre Camp
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View/download flyer
Register
Interested in a calendar of arts events across the North Country? This link will invite you to add a North Country Arts Calendar to your Google Calendar.
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Save the date! The 52nd NHTM/NHTI New Hampshire State Math Contest will be at NHTI in Concord, NH, on Monday, March 16th, 2026, with a snow date of Tuesday, March 17th.
The New Hampshire Teachers of Mathematics invite you to form one 10-member mathematics team (with no more than four seniors and a maximum of eight juniors and seniors combined) and to join us for our 52nd competition! Your team will have the opportunity to meet with other students from throughout the state in a day of exciting, challenging, competitive mathematics exercises in six different categories.
Learn more
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Communities of Practice for North Country Educators
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These convenings are intended to foster collaborative communities where educators connect with peers in similar roles to share ideas, solve challenges, and grow professionally. These groups provide a supportive space to exchange resources, stay current on best practices, and build meaningful relationships across districts.
Cost:
- Staff from NCES full-member districts: $50
- Staff from NCES associate-member districts: $75
- Non-member participants: $100
Learn more or register: https://ncedservices.org/cop
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250th Anniversary Contest
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To celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the New Hampshire Secretary of State is asking NH teachers, community members, or peers to nominate NH public, nonpublic, or homeschool students in grades K-12 who have applied foundational civic knowledge to a civic engagement activity that enhances the lives of others.
Learn more
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Disclaimer: The content provided in this newsletter is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an endorsement of any organization, individual, products, or services mentioned herein.
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North Country Arts Calendar
Interested in arts related events in the North Country? You can view a calendar of events by clicking here. If you would like to add that calendar to your Google calendar, you can do so by clicking "Add to Google Calendar" (bottom left of the calendar).
To have an event added to the calendar, contact Lynne Grigelevich at lynne@theatreupnh.org.
Coos Coalition for Young Children and Families
Family Centered Early Supports & Services
Every day across New Hampshire, infants and toddlers are learning new skills, but they learn and grow at their own pace. Parents or other caregivers who have concerns about an infant’s or toddler’s development can get coaching and support through the New Hampshire Birth to 3 early intervention program.
Anyone can refer a Family Centered Early Supports & Services.
Learn more at dhhs.nh.gov/BirthTo3 or call 603-271-4488.
North Country Neighbors - Stronger Together
Family Resource Center of Northern NH
Resources available through FRC include:
- Prenatal and infant care
- Parenting and Co-Parenting education
- Infant growth and child development
- Childcare and preschool services
- Ages and Stages Developmental Screenings
- Growing Great Kids
- Positive Parenting Program Curriculum
- Budgeting skills to increase financial awareness and stability
- Positive discipline
- Life and stress management
- Community Resources
The Family Resource Center offers programs that are voluntary and confidential with the mission to build healthier families and stronger communities in the North Country of New Hampshire.
Learn more
Friends of Aine: Center for Grieving Children & Families
In addition to providing bereavement support services and resources to children and families who have suffered the death of a loved one, he Friends of Aine Center for Grieving Children and Families recognizes the importance of working with and educating our community about grief, what it looks like in children and teens, and how to best support those grieving. They offer resources, workshops, trainings, and consultations that include curriculum development for community workers, school staff, and students that provide essential information about acknowledging grief, making space for it, and offering concrete help.
Learn more
Court Appointed Special Advocates of NH
CASA volunteers change the stories of children who have experienced abuse or neglect by advocating for their best interests in court.
To learn more about volunteering and get your questions answered by CASA staff members or current advocates, please join a virtual information session. Learn more.
Support the mission of NCES
NCES collaborates with public schools and community partners to support excellent and equitable educational opportunities throughout the North Country. NCES believes that thriving public schools are at the heart of thriving communities. Your donation to support NCES' operations or a specific programming area are essential in NCES' efforts in supporting schools to provide exceptional educational experiences for all students. Whether a one-time donation, recurring monthly gift, or support through a donor-advised fund (DAF), your support of NCES will lift up public education in the North Country.
Donate or learn more at https://ncedservices.org/donate.
NCES believes that thriving schools are at the heart of vibrant communities!
The core values of NCES:
Contact Information
North Country Education Services
300 Gorham Hill Road
Gorham, NH 03581
ncedservices.org
603-466-5437
nces@ncedservices.org
NCES is an equal opportunity employer and provider.
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