Partnerships & Innovation

Expanding district capacity through strategic partnerships and shared solutions

Vendor Partnerships Support

Vendor Partnerships Support provides districts with a coordinated approach to working with external vendors. Informed by direct district feedback, this service supports districts by identifying vetted, research-based solutions; sharing up-to-date vendor options and consortium pricing; and helping districts navigate pricing structures, contract terms, and service expectations. The WIU serves as a connector and advocate, helping districts reduce costs, improve vendor responsiveness, and make confident decisions without having to navigate the vendor landscape alone.

Benefits of Vendor Partnerships Support to Districts

Cost Savings Through Consortium Pricing - Access competitive, pre-negotiated pricing through collective purchasing power.
Reduced Time and Administrative Burden - Streamline vendor selection and procurement processes with coordinated support.
Access to Vetted, High-Quality Solutions - Make confident decisions using research-based, pre-screened vendor options.
Expert Guidance on Contracts and Pricing - Navigate pricing structures, contract terms, and service expectations with clarity.
Improved Vendor Accountability and Responsiveness - Benefit from WIU’s role as a connector and advocate to ensure consistent vendor performance.
Strategic Alignment and System Coherence - Ensure vendor solutions align with district priorities, avoiding fragmentation and maximizing impact.

Featured Vendors

Our Featured Vendors are trusted partners with whom the WIU has established relationships, providing districts with access to high-quality, research-based solutions at discounted consortium pricing. These partnerships streamline the decision-making process by offering vetted options, transparent pricing, and coordinated support. By leveraging these relationships, districts can confidently select and implement services that align with their priorities while maximizing efficiency and value.

2025 - 2026 Partnerships

Activate Learning
Discovery Education
Kami
JigSaw Learning
PowerSchool

WIU Foundation Supporters

We proudly recognize our vendor partners who support the WIU Foundation through sponsorship and contributions. Their generosity helps fund innovative programs, resources, and opportunities that enhance educational experiences for students and educators across Westmoreland County. Through these partnerships, we strengthen connections between education, business, and the broader community.

Amergis Staffing
Amplify
Aveanna Healthcare
Lexia Learning
The RiP Group
SameGoal

Strategic Intermediate Unit Partnerships

The Westmoreland Intermediate Unit collaborates with partner Intermediate Units to expand access to high-quality programs, services, and expertise across regions. These partnerships allow districts to benefit from shared resources, innovative programming, and specialized services that may not be available within a single IU. By working collaboratively, we increase efficiency, reduce duplication, and scale impactful solutions to better meet the diverse needs of schools and students. This coordinated approach strengthens regional capacity and ensures that districts have access to a broader network of support aligned to their priorities.

IU1 ESL Program Specialist Certification (link opens in a new tab)

Luzerne IU18 Special Education Certification Program (link opens in a new tab)

Emerging Solutions & Innovation

The WIU actively identifies, develops, and scales innovative solutions that respond to emerging educational needs and evolving district priorities. Through cross-agency collaboration and strategic partnerships, we bring forward new approaches, tools, and programs that are thoughtfully designed, tested, and refined before broader implementation. Our approach emphasizes designing, delivering, and sustaining high-value solutions that create meaningful impact for the districts we serve. This work ensures that districts have access to forward-thinking solutions that are aligned, effective, and sustainable. By focusing on innovation with purpose, we help districts navigate change, strengthen systems, and prepare for the future with confidence.