Calendar of Events

**THE TRAINING IS FOR ESC OF CENTRAL OHIO MEMBER DISTRICTS ONLY** 

The Orton-Gillingham approach is a structured, systematic, multisensory, and diagnostic-prescriptive approach for the teaching of language skills (including reading, spelling, and handwriting) for students with dyslexia. This 10-day course will prepare educators to successfully implement high-quality reading instruction that aligns with the science of reading. Course topics will include the characteristics and needs of students with dyslexia, the critical structures of English that must be addressed by instruction, and the design, implementation, and evaluation of effective individual lesson plans. 

This 60-hour introductory course will provide participants with an introduction to the basics of the Orton-Gillingham approach. Completion of this course and a supervised practicum (to be contracted individually with instructors, cost not included) prepares participants for the associate level of Orton-Gillingham Academy application process for certification. 

Questions about the training? Contact the presenter Cyndi Schultz: [email protected] Questions about registration? Contact Jinnae Buchanan: [email protected] 

By registering for any ESC of Central Ohio virtual or in-person events, you will be automatically subscribed to our professional development monthly email or any other emails that are relevant to your position. You may unsubscribe at any time.

The Restorative Practices session will provide the participants with practical approaches designed to increase adult/student relationships, connection, safety, and opportunities for success and learning. This framework and active practice will include an overview of Restorative Practices, and alignment to school/classroom universal expectations using intentional and explicit practice. Additional areas to be covered will include:

• The Restorative Practices Continuum

• The Social Discipline Window,

• Introduction to Restorative Circles

• The organizational shift from the "To” and "For” to the "With.” Teams are encouraged to attend the all-day session as an introduction to the framework. Opportunities for more targeted coaching and support will be offered as follow-up and collaboration with the ESC- Specialized -On-Site Support Team (SOS Team).

Questions about the training? Contact Bryant Tela: [email protected] Questions about registration? Contact Jinnae Buchanan: [email protected] 

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What is the meaning of home? At only nine years old, Javier Zamora left his native El Salvador to embark on a 3000-mile journey to reunite with his parents in the United States. Alone except for the other migrants in his group and the "coyote” hired to guide them across the border, he survived perilous trips across oceans and deserts. 

Javier Zamora shares his harrowing journey and explores how identity influences our ideas of home, and brings humanity and warmth to the figure of the "immigrant,” stressing there are always moments of joy, love, and hope, even in the worst of circumstances. Zamora puts a face to child immigrants and the humanitarian crisis along the US-Mexico border. 

Questions about the content, please contact Elizabeth Curtis, [email protected] Questions about registration? Please contact Jessica Seymour at [email protected] 

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Literacy Lovers unite at our 2023 summer literacy conversation. Join Central Ohio educators for a full day of intentional literacy conversations and reflections with both national and local experts.

Topics include.... digital writing, dyslexia, early childhood, graphic novels, book clubs, morphology, oral language, poetry, text sets and more.

Be sure to set up your profile and review the many breakout sessions and keynote presenters.  You may choose to hover over the session or select expanded view under the schedule options to read more about the sessions offered.

Please contact Rachel Lang Daniels ([email protected]) with any questions regarding this event or help navigating this registration tool.

Once registered you will receive a confirmation email. We look forward to seeing you on June 13th for this joyful event.

Attention Central Ohio K-12 Educators: The ESC of Central Ohio is offering an Educator Workforce Boot Camp June 5, 6, 7, 8 & 15, 2023 from 8:00am-3:30pm. Participants will gain knowledge directly from local industry leaders in the pathways of construction, modern manufacturing, information technology and healthcare. 

Educators can earn 3 grad credits from Ashland University. A portion of the grad credit requirements will be creating and presenting lesson plans and/or projects to implement into the classroom, bridging educator's current comprehension of those essential career skills to the industry needs. 

Conveying Central Ohio career pathway opportunities to students will enhance their understanding of career options. Educators will gain valuable insight to the skills, training and education needed to help prepare their students for the workforce. All participants must commit to the entire 5-day experience. 

Cost to participate is $140.00. Participants are responsible for their own transportation. 

Steps to participate: 

1. Application MUST be completed first: https://forms.gle/rLfcoyey8xMuWCcG9 

2. You will receive a confirmation email directing you to the My Learning Plan link to complete the registration and submit the non-refundable registration fee. Accepted payments are: credit card or purchase orders (a copy of a purchase order must be provided at time of registration). No refunds will be issued. 

3. Receive confirmation of participation from ESCCO or receive a waitlist letter. 

Offered to ESCCO member districts only. Maximum participants limited to 24. Deadline is May 12th at 4pm to apply, register and submit payment. 

For questions about the Boot Camp, contact Jama Cobb @ [email protected] For payment questions, contact Jessica Seymour @ [email protected] Registering for an ESCCO event, you will be subscribed to PD email. You may unsubscribe at any time. 

NOTES: AVAILABLE ONLY TO MEMBER DISTRICTS OF ESCCO. PLEASE READ DIRECTIONS ABOVE, THERE IS A SPECIFIC APPLICATION PROCESS.

Join Central Ohio educators for a full day of intentional equity conversations and reflections with both national and local experts.

In order to register, you will need to log into your existing Sched account or  sign up and establish a profile. Once registered you will receive a confirmation email.  

Please contact Dr. Sierra Austin-King ([email protected]) with any questions regarding this event. If you need assistance with registration, please contact Jessica Seymour ([email protected])

We look forward to seeing you on June 20th for this joyful event.

This course will focus on the key skills needed for Principals in their first five years in the position. We will discuss research-based topics that will supply insights and strategies to overcome the challenges facing school leaders. Scott Stewart will serve as the facilitator for these sessions. 

These sessions will target the following areas of growth: (1) Clarity of mission, vision and goals, (2) Crisis identification, (3) Planning for successful Initiatives, (4) Strengths-based Leadership, (5) How to build Capacity with your staff. The structure of the course will follow recent research from the Wallace Foundation and other educational resources. 

NOTE: Virtual and In-Person Sessions. 

Questions about the content? Please contact Scott Stewart, [email protected]  Questions about registration? Please contact Jessica Seymour, [email protected] 

No cost to participants of member districts for this event. 

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Design Thinking in the Classroom: A Hands-On Boot Camp for K-12 Educators is a professional development event that spans two days and is open to K-12 educators from all content areas. Attendees will learn how to apply design thinking to their teaching practices through interactive experiences with maker equipment. 

Additionally, participants will have the opportunity to create and develop lesson plans tailored to their classrooms, providing a unique opportunity to personalize the student experience. Join us for this creative and collaborative learning experience on June 22 and June 23 at the ESC. 

Questions about the content? Please contact Robert Niedermeyer, [email protected] Questions about registration? Please contact Jessica Seymour at [email protected] 

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Participants attending this week-long course will have the opportunity to complete online modules, engage in discussion, and take part in activities within a collaborative learning environment. At the conclusion of the week, participants will receive a certificate stating that they have met the professional development requirements of the Ohio Dyslexia Law (HB436). 

Please contact ODE-approved ESC Foundational Literacy Specialist, Amy Urban, with any questions at [email protected] or 614-753-4657 

If you would like to attend a single day for CEUs, please contact Amy Urban directly. 

NOTE: Personal laptops/computers are required for this training. Please contact us if you need support with this requirement.

Questions about registration? Please contact Jessica Seymour, [email protected] 

By registering for any ESC of Central Ohio virtual or in-person events, you will be automatically subscribed to our professional development monthly email or any other emails that are relevant to your position. You may unsubscribe at any time.

**THE TRAINING IS FOR ESC OF CENTRAL OHIO MEMBER DISTRICTS ONLY** 

The Orton-Gillingham approach is a structured, systematic, multisensory, and diagnostic-prescriptive approach for the teaching of language skills (including reading, spelling, and handwriting) for students with dyslexia. This 10-day course will prepare educators to successfully implement high-quality reading instruction that aligns with the science of reading. Course topics will include the characteristics and needs of students with dyslexia, the critical structures of English that must be addressed by instruction, and the design, implementation, and evaluation of effective individual lesson plans. 

This 60-hour introductory course will provide participants with an introduction to the basics of the Orton-Gillingham approach. Completion of this course and a supervised practicum (to be contracted individually with instructors, cost not included) prepares participants for the associate level of Orton-Gillingham Academy application process for certification. 

Questions about the training? Contact the presenter Cyndi Schultz: [email protected] Questions about registration? Contact Jinnae Buchanan: [email protected] 

By registering for any ESC of Central Ohio virtual or in-person events, you will be automatically subscribed to our professional development monthly email or any other emails that are relevant to your position. You may unsubscribe at any time.

The ESC, in collaboration with its partners at the Ohio Center for Autism and Low Incidence (OCALI), has developed a comprehensive, interactive training designed to give professionals instruction to enhance their ability to plan for and serve students with autism spectrum disorders. The workshop topics include characteristics of individuals with autism, structured teaching fundamentals, classroom design and management, work systems, visual supports, student schedules, strategies for effective use of classroom staff, and observation of our student STACK summer program. 

Participants will receive access to a Canvas module to complete prior to the in-person training. The training is free to ESC STACK teachers (if directed to attend). 

Questions about the training? Contact Lindsay Gibbs: [email protected] 

By registering for any ESC of Central Ohio virtual or in-person events, you will be automatically subscribed to our professional development monthly email or any other emails that are relevant to your position. You may unsubscribe at any time.

T?his event will take place in room 148 at the ESC of Central Ohio on June 26, 2023 at 9:00 a.m.

In preparation for the 2023-2024 school year, this workshop will provide Building Principals and Asst. Principals at the elementary, middle, and high school levels with the latest research on school absenteeism. Attendees will learn about the areas of focus that all school buildings should be examining to prevent and reduce chronic absenteeism. Additionally, a workshop will be conducted to examine building data and identify areas that need adjustment prior to the school year or throughout the year.

Resources and Materials to Bring

Materials from the Ohio Department of Education and Attendance Works will be presented at the start of the workshop to provide a foundation for the discussion. Attendees are encouraged to bring building-level attendance data, behavior data, bell schedules, and academic performance information. This data will be used to create a plan of action that can be taken back to building leadership or attendance teams.

Deadline to register is June 19, 2023.