In an effort to lift up the positive work of our member districts and celebrate their educators and students, we’re launching the Forge Your Future Podcast! Season one will go live soon. Check out this video to learn more about what this series will have to offer!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/10eAGihFKkWmjV-B-e-3-qDej1LhC8Exh/view
Happy Birthday to ECESC Training Support Specialist Lori Ward! Lori has been part of our Literacy Cadre work since the beginning of this project and is currently supporting eight schools throughout our region. Her literacy instruction support is exceptional and deeply appreciated by our team and by the schools she serves. Have a great birthday, Lori!
Today, TSS Tara Bohn co-presented a PD session w/Literacy Coach Kelli Moody at North Side ES in Randolph Eastern Schools. This session focused on instructional strategies for English Language Learners. We are dedicated to helping educators help ALL kids learn!
Are you interested in learning more about the advantages and shortcomings of different grading methods and the implications of those methods on classroom policy and practice? If so, this session is for you! Register to join presenter Thomas Guskey for this informative virtual PD opportunity! Learn more and register here: https://shorturl.at/EjctO
Did you know research has shown that interest fit predicts employment outcomes, such as job success, income, and performance? At ECESC, we proudly promote using the RIASEC framework with students/staff in our member districts! https://www.ecesc.k12.in.us/page/forge-your-future
Nathan Williamson of MAZI Education will be presenting an essential refresher on school finance tailored for new and returning superintendents/district leaders. This presentation will delve into best practices for managing school budgets through ensuring fiscal responsibility and optimizing the use of state/federal grants. Register: https://shorturl.at/kiX0Q
ECESC and EIW invite school and business partners to learn more about youth apprenticeships at our Lunch and Learn on Nov. 22 during National Apprenticeship Week, Nov. 17-23. Partners will have the opportunity to network, learn about the benefits of youth apprenticeships, and hear from a panel currently utilizing youth apprenticeships. https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/d7rumxj
It’s School Bus Safety Week! We want to remind all area drivers to help keep students safe by reviewing these stop-arm rules.
Our October Director’s Update hit inboxes this week. In case you missed it, you can view it here: https://conta.cc/48eDb3o. If you are not on our email list, click the button at the top of the update to join!
Over the past two days, ECESC was honored to host Agilities Training. Career coaches from across the state participated in this valuable training in partnership with DeBruce Foundation and the Indiana Commission for Higher Education.
Congratulations to the outstanding educators from our member districts who have been accepted into the STARTedUP Foundation Teacher Fellowship. Best of luck with this elite professional growth opportunity.
Self-awareness is the first step in the Career-Connected Learning Continuum. Our Forge Your Future Student Experience guides students to examine their interests and make connections to possible career paths. Learn more here: https://shorturl.at/zqK0jhttps://shorturl.at/zqK0j
There is still time to join our Affinity Groups, designed to connect area educators and foster collaboration on specific topics. This is a great opportunity to grow your professional capacity and network. Find out more/register! https://www.ecesc.k12.in.us/page/affinity-groups
Attention Preschool Teachers - We have a FREE training for you! “Using Narration to Identify & Promote Prosocial Behavior” will be held Nov. 22, 9-11:00 am. Employ narration of behavior (also known as positive descriptive feedback) as a proactive and preventative or responsive strategy to reduce behaviors that challenge us in the learning environment. Register here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/99fr9em
Are you a local business that has considered offering internships to high school students? To ensure students have the BEST experience possible, it is important to understand what an internship is. An internship is a structured and supervised learning experience that allows students to explore careers and develop skills while providing employers with creativity, enthusiasm, and assistance with project work!
Selecting a new curriculum requires intentional planning and implementation. This workshop guides leaders through the selection process and offers suggestions for implementation with fidelity. Find details and register here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/mqbf5bv
Nathan Williamson of MAZI Education will be presenting an essential refresher on school finance tailored for new and returning superintendents/district leaders. This presentation will delve into best practices for managing school budgets through ensuring fiscal responsibility and optimizing the use of state/federal grants. Register: https://shorturl.at/kiX0Q
As part of this AI-focused PD, participants will learn how AI can be used in the math classroom to ease the workload of teachers and help to better prepare students for standardized assessments. Participants will learn to create assessment-specific formatted questions for the 2023 IN math standards covered on each of the ILEARN CheckPoints, as well as on PSAT and SAT. Register: https://shorturl.at/dQoDT
Are you interested in learning about the advantages and shortcomings of different grading methods and the implications of those methods on classroom policy and practice? Join presenter Thomas Guskey for this informative virtual PD opportunity! Learn more https://shorturl.at/EjctO
Registration for the Open Court Program Overview, being held 11/13 is now open. Join McGraw-Hill and learn about the HQCM-approved Open Court. Participants will take info to their districts to assist in the review process. https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/khbxnwt
