Coordinator for Intensive and Strategic Success

Office Location: Innovations Academy - Library

Phone: Ext. 3210

The Coordinator for Intensive and Strategic Success provides district leadership and oversight for the Intensive Program and Student Investment Account initiatives. They drive strategic planning, implementation, and cross-department collaboration to improve student outcomes, ensure program effectiveness, and foster data-informed decision-making across the district

Responsibilities Overview:

Program Implementation & Strategy: Leading and coordinating district-wide implementation of Intensive Program initiatives, strategic priorities, and aligning initiatives with state funding requirements.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Facilitating cross-departmental teams to track progress, support district-wide Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) in partnership with ORTIi, and co-develop a coherent district-wide attendance system.

Data-Informed Decision Making: Monitoring program outcomes, evaluating effectiveness, and guiding resource allocation using robust data trends and student success metrics.

Coaching & Professional Learning: Coaching educators and administrators in improvement science, supporting small group instruction, organizing professional development, and assisting the TLA Director with district-wide Instructional Rounds.

Community & Stakeholder Engagement: Partnering with families, local businesses, agricultural partners, and tech partners (like Google) to create community-aligned opportunities that support student success.

What Can I Help With?

If you are a staff member, administrator, or community partner, you can reach out to my office for support with these specific areas:

Program Implementation & Strategy:
- “How should we implement the Intensive Program initiatives at my school?”
- “Which strategies best align with the Student Investment Account and district priorities?”
- “How do we ensure multiple initiatives are coordinated across departments?”
Data & Evaluation:
- “How can we use assessment and program data to monitor progress?”
- “Which key performance indicators should we track for student success?”
- “What data trends indicate we need to adjust a strategy or initiative?”
Coaching & Professional Learning:
- “How can I support my team in using data to improve student outcomes?”
- “What professional development can help staff implement initiatives more effectively?”
- “Can you provide guidance on improvement science practices?”
Collaboration & Communication:
- “How can we strengthen cross-department collaboration?”
- “What strategies support meaningful family and community engagement?”
- “How should we communicate program updates to staff, leadership, and stakeholders?”
Resource Allocation & Compliance:
- “How do we allocate resources to maximize impact across schools and programs?”
- “Which strategies ensure initiatives comply with district policies and state requirements?”

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💡Outside of Work

Celia Newton I was born and raised in Colton, Oregon. I have been fortunate enough to have been in the field of education since 1992. My teaching background spans several Oregon districts—including Salem-Keizer, Bend-LaPine, and Hood River—as well as an amazing international teaching experience at the International School of La Paz in Bolivia.

Away from school, my husband, Bill, and I love to travel, camp, fish, and spend quality time with our three adult children, friends, and our two high-energy dogs, Trask and Sadie. We love summer music concerts, spending time at Black Butte Ranch, watching sports and getting outside as much as possible.

I am incredibly happy to have returned to the North Wasco County School District (where I previously taught ELD and Kindergarten from 2012–2014). This is a fantastic community of students, families, and staff, and I am proud to be a part of it once again.