High Desert Education Service District Employee Directory
Education Administration ProgramsOregon, United States201-500 Employees
The High Desert Education Service District (HDESD) operates as a regional support system for Central Oregon's school districts, linking them with state and national education resources. By coordinating services and access to programs, the district helps minimize duplication, preserve local budgets, and enable initiatives that might not be available locally. Based in Redmond, Oregon, HDESD serves multiple districts and partners with Bend/La Pine School District, Crook County School District, Redmond School District, and Sisters School District. The organization has seen leadership changes in recent years, including the appointment of Jihan Nelson as Executive Director of Special Programs in 2025. In 2026, HDESD hosted the Central Oregon Educator Job Fair at the Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center in Redmond, illustrating its role as a regional hub for educators and districts.