
Your Resource and Learning Partner
Welcome NWSC Teacher Services
Northwest Service Cooperative is a regional service agency that provides support and resources to schools and educators in the Northwest region. We provide Education Services, Media & Technology Services, Adult Education Programs, and host the regional COMPASS center formerly known as the Northern Sky Regional Center of Excellence

Adult
Education
Services

Northwest Service Cooperative ABE is a partnership between 29 school districts in northwest Minnesota. Free classes are offered in many locations during daytime and evening hours throughout the year. Online classes are also available. ABE is open to adults, 17 or over, who are not currently enrolled in high school. ABE helps adults improve basic reading, writing or math skills, earn a GED diploma or finish their high school credits, improve English language skills (ESL) and much more!
COMPASS

Collaborative Minnesota Partnerships to Advance Student Success (COMPASS) is a statewide education system created through a collaboration between MDE and the Minnesota Service Cooperatives. COMPASS provides regional, coordinated, continuous improvement support to all districts and Tribal and charter schools in Minnesota.
Education Services

Our professional development programs are designed to help educators enhance their skills and knowledge, and stay up-to-date with the latest teaching strategies and technologies. We offer training in a variety of areas with in-person, virtual, or a combination of formats. The Education Services Team is able to do as short as a 1 hour training or multiple days or a series and can customize it to meet your needs
Health & Wellness

Through the Minnesota Healthcare Consortium insurance members have access to several health care cost management programs to help decrease costs and make managing your benefits easier.
Media & Technology Services

We understand the significance of media and technology in modern-day education. That’s why our Media and Technology service works to meet the growing needs of teachers and students. From monthly technology meetings to Learn360 video streaming — we're your partner.
Member Recognition Program

The NWSC Recognition Program, One Person Can Make a Difference, recognizes our members for outstanding contributions they make to their organizations. People recognized are posted to the NWSC Facebook page.