Washington’s Association of Educational Service Districts (AESD)
The AESD brings together the nine individual ESDs in the state to collaborate and advocate for shared interests. The AESD connects all ESDs to collectively leverage resources and expertise to maximize their impact on education in the state.
Collaboration
How we work
We create accountability measures and align statewide initiatives.
Learning
How we grow
We build leadership capacity through shared professional development.
Advocacy
How we impact
We influence policy, build partnerships, and amplify student voices.
What is an ESD?
Educational Service Districts (ESDs) are public entities that were created by the state of Washington in 1969 to provide cooperative services to local school districts. The expressed purpose of ESDs, as defined in statute (RCW 28A.310), is to assure equal educational opportunities by: providing services to school districts to ensure equity in educational opportunities; assisting the Legislature, State Board of Education, and OSPI in the performance of their duties; and providing cooperative and informational services to local school districts.
Our National Network
The Association of Educational Service Agencies (AESA) is a professional organization serving educational service agencies (ESAs or ESDs) in 45 states; there are 553 agencies nationwide. As an organization, the AESA focuses on doing three things for its members: Thought Leadership, Advocacy and Networking. AESA members have a collective impact on teaching and learning that is unmatched by any other organization.
Building bridges 
Charting the future
April 16 – 18, 2025
The Centennial Hotel
by Davenport, Spokane, WA
Resources
AESD Member Handbook
2018-Present AESD Network Strategic Plan
Revised Nov. 2019