East Central Educational Service Center

Our January Director’s Update hit inboxes last week. In case you missed it, you can view it here: https://conta.cc/4jfwXVX If you are not on our email list, click the button at the top of the update to join!

The IN Textbook Assoc. is bringing TWO Caravans to East Central IN. Choose your location and register your team to learn more about the vendor options on the IN High-Quality Curricular Materials list. Muncie: 1/30: https://shorturl.at/iFcHY ECESC: 2/11: https://shorturl.at/F1vUb

Unlock Success on the Digital PSAT/SAT 🎓 Join Bill Reed virtually on Jan. 22. to learn what’s assessed on the new Digital PSAT/SAT, strategies to boost scores, and how to motivate ALL students! Don’t miss this actionable session! https://shorturl.at/CYTBI

Today, we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy of equality, service, and unity. His vision inspires us to serve our schools, educators, and students across Indiana. 💙

Are you looking for ways to improve student outcomes? Do you want to learn about ways to help with learning in ALL subjects for ALL students? Register for INcompass Learning’s "Increase Reading and Writing in Every Subject." https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/nqm8ckr

Lead with confidence in IEP development! PAR training empowers staff to: ✅ Master the case conference process ✅ Develop student-centered IEPs ✅ Lead as problem-solvers in special edu Build skills to make a difference! https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/8dwpmka

ECESC welcomed educators to Sunnyside today for the “Close the Decoding Gap” PD session, presented by Lead Learners. Great day of engagement, with one attendee stating, “I feel much more confident now teaching decoding to upper elementary students with gaps in reading!”

You don’t have to be an English teacher to tap the hidden potential of writing to help students learn/engage in all subjects. Learn ways to position students to write instead of resist so they can deepen their understanding of subject matter. Register: https://shorturl.at/QjQ10

Special Ed. Teachers: Interested in saving time and increasing outcomes? Join us for a Lunch and Learn to hear about AI-centric tactics and strategies that will revolutionize the collection and analysis of progress monitoring data for students with IEPs. https://shorturl.at/LRjpq

Since wrapping up our 3E grant, we have been hearing about the amazing impact of this opportunity from our community-connected school districts. Check out this quote from Eastern Hancock Superintendent Dr. George Philhower! @gphilhower

Learn how to combine Generative AI with ILEARN Checkpoint data to create differentiated, targeted lesson plans, develop ILEARN-formatted practice questions, and save time. Join this one-hour virtual PD! https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/q8hthp2

Instructional coaching can be powerful, but implementation must be intentional, or much of its potential remains untapped. Join us for a PD experience designed for coaches and principals to strengthen the coaching culture in your school. Learn More: https://shorturl.at/Wa1JF

The IN Textbook Assn. is bringing TWO Caravans to East Central Indiana. Choose your location & register your team to learn about the vendor options on the IN High-Quality Curricular Materials list. Muncie: 1/30: https://shorturl.at/iFcHY ECESC: 2/11: https://shorturl.at/F1vUb

ECESC is proud to offer another round of Forge Your Future Educator Experience sessions, introducing area educators to our RIASEC Room activities. Experience this amazing career exploration opportunity firsthand! K-8: https://shorturl.at/ehxI4 9-12: https://shorturl.at/sGTOg

Register for this full-day, interactive, engaging workshop to gain knowledge and tools to support multilingual learners effectively. Bonus: You will receive two professional resource books with the cost of your registration. https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/tawf9jm

Join us on Jan. 24 for a data workshop on the ILEARN Checkpoints. Discover how to interpret pilot data reports and use resources to meet your students' needs. Attendees will explore IDOE resources and plan for instruction and interventions. https://shorturl.at/FDfAs

Our 3E grant award helped students in our 16 community-connected schools explore, engage in, and experience career options and potential pathways, and it had a BIG impact. Check out these numbers - An estimated 31K served! ⬇️

Dive into the SAT Suite of Assessment resources & data, uncover best practices for effective coaching instruction, and explore opportunities for student practice. Educators will leave this session equipped with actionable strategies to enhance outcomes. https://shorturl.at/g4nkg

Are you a building administrator or a counselor? Unlock Your Path: Navigating College and Careers with BigFuture is tailored to empower you with essential tools/insights to support your students as they look toward the Monday after graduation. Register: https://shorturl.at/9CjaA

Unlock Success on the Digital PSAT & SAT 🎓 ✅ What’s assessed on the new Digital PSAT & SAT ✅ Strategies to boost scores for ALL students ✅ How to motivate non-college-bound students ✅ Tips for engaging the whole school in success Don’t miss this actionable session!