East Central Educational Service Center

ECESC and EIW invite school and business partners to a Lunch and Learn on 11. 22 during National Apprenticeship Week to learn more about youth apprenticeships. Partners will network and learn about the benefits of youth apprenticeships. Register: https://shorturl.at/KWNA5

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

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 & network. Find out more and register! https://www.ecesc.k12.in.us/page/affinity-groups

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? Join presenter Thomas Guskey for this virtual PD opportunity! Register here: https://shorturl.at/EjctO

We are excited to share that we will host TWO sessions of our Forge Your Future Educator Experience on Nov. 19 & 21. Visit Sunnyside to explore our RIASEC rooms and learn more about integrating quality career exploration into your content. Learn more: https://shorturl.at/QiVaf

Why do students remember everything on TV but forget class content? In this session, Daniel Willingham will reveal the importance of story, emotion, memory, context, and routine in building knowledge and creating lasting learning experiences. Register: https://shorturl.at/5U5ed

Did you know there are three types of internships, each serving a specific purpose and providing specific mutual benefits for the student, business, and school? If you are a school offering internship opportunities or a business welcoming students, check this out!

The Wonders Program Overview will be held on Nov. 6. Join McGraw-Hill and learn more about this HQCM-approved series. Participants will be equipped to take info back to their districts to assist in the review process. Register: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/9skrdvt

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