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Apr
29

Grading for Equity | Book Study


To support Ohio educators' work to create learning environments that ensure the success of every student, the Ohio Department of Education & Workforce has partnered with regional Educational Service Centers and KnowledgeWorks to create the Ohio Personalized Learning Network. Ohio's network provides multiple professional learning pathways to help Ohio educators personalize learning for each student.

This book study will leverage resources and scenarios from the book "Grading for Equity” by Joe Feldman to analyze common contemporary grading practices to shape an equitable grading philosophy that supports mastery learning. NOTE: Participants will provide a copy of their own book.

Participants will meet via Zoom for five one-hour sessions as outlined below. Work outside of class will include required reading and completion of activities. 15 contact hours or 1 graduate credit through Ashland University are available.

Facilitators: Christina Grady-Watts, ESC of Central Ohio; Jake Miller, ESC of Western Reserve & Summit County ESC; and Liz Wolfe-Eberly, Montgomery County ESC.

Questions about the content, please contact Christina Grady-Watts, [email protected]. Questions about registration? Please contact Jessica Seymour at [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.
Apr
30

Book Chat | What the Science of Reading Says about Reading Comprehension and Content Knowledge


Please join the ESC of Central Ohio's Foundational Literacy Specialist Amy Urban, for a 5-week book chat around Jennifer Jump and Robin D. Johnson's book, What the Science of Reading Says about Reading Comprehension and Content Knowledge.

We know what The Science of Reading research says about how our students learn to read, but what does that look like in the classroom? How can we take research and turn it into action?

Questions about the content? Please contact Amy Urban, [email protected]. 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.
Apr
30

Learning with Lego


The ESC's Center for Technology and Digital Learning is hosting a free, day-long, PD event at our Northgate Office on 4/30. It is open to any teacher, administrator, curriculum, or technology leader in Central Ohio. This hands-on event will cover Lego Education’s Coding Express (early learners), Lego Spike Essentials (Elementary), and Lego Spike Prime (Middle & High). 

Lunch will be provided. Seats are limited.
May
01

Algebra 1 Teacher Collaboration Cohort


Are you an Algebra 1 teacher looking for a thought partner to collaborate with throughout the school year? Join fellow Algebra 1 teachers across Ohio for a chance to brainstorm, lesson plan, and map out curriculum throughout the year. Immerse yourself in engaging instructional practices that promote critical thinking and mathematical discourse while enhancing your background knowledge of Algebraic concepts. 

These cohort sessions will extend throughout fall, winter, and spring. If there is enough interest, one or more of these sessions could be delivered in person. 

Note: Sessions are provided at no cost for participants. 

Questions about the content? Please contact Matthew Fannon at [email protected]. Questions about registration? Please contact Jessica Seymour at [email protected].
May
01

LETRS Volume 2 | Units 5-8


LETRS Units 5-8 provides teachers with the knowledge needed to master the fundamentals of literacy instruction. Educators will acquire knowledge in the areas of vocabulary, comprehension, writing and language. The expertise you acquire by taking this course will be appreciated by your current and future students and colleagues.

Takeaways from this training include understanding the why and how of providing literacy instruction. The course facilitator will focus strongly on a theory to practice framework.

Volume 2 will be divided into two semesters. During the Spring 2024 sessions, we will learn about Vocabulary and Reading Comprehension. During our Fall 2024 sessions we will learn about text driven comprehension, Instruction and the reading-writing connection.

NOTE: This course will follow a hybrid model. Participants will have the flexibility to complete the course material on their own schedule with a suggested sequence and biweekly zoom meetings to meet and discuss with other participants and the facilitator. Participants will attend a face-to-face session at the end of each unit to participate in hands-on activities and thought partner discussions.

ONLY EMPLOYEES OF MEMBER DISTRICTS OF THE ESCCO CAN PARTICIPATE IN THIS TRAINING ONLY Participants that have completed previous LETRS Volumes can take this course.

SPECIAL NOTE: Participants must purchase an individual LETRS license ($399) by contacting Kimberly Manzi at [email protected] or phone 513.379.8613. Your license will provide you with access to the online course for one year and the printed materials are yours to keep. You MUST use your school email when contacting or placing an order with Kimberly.

If you have questions about the content, please contact Amy Urban, [email protected]. Questions about registration, please contact Jessica Seymour, [email protected].
May
02

Instructional Coaching Book Study | The PD Book by Elena Aguilar


Attention Instructional Coaches and Coaching Champions. 

Come join us here at the ESC to continue learning alongside colleagues in a three-part, in-person series on Elena Aguilar's newest resource: The PD Book. We will engage in conversations around the learning from the book, as well as other coaching topics that may arise from the group as we continue to network across Ohio.

This is exclusively for those registered for our ESC Instructional Coaching Network and registration will be limited to 30 people. **Please note that this is the SAME book study from Spring 2023.

Questions about the content, please contact Stephanie Warner, [email protected]. Questions about registration? Please contact Jessica Seymour at [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.
May
08

LETRS for Administrators


LETRS® for Administrators is a professional learning opportunity designed specifically for school leadership, coaches, principals, and district administrators. The course defines the systems and infrastructures required to successfully implement a literacy initiative aligned to scientifically based research. Built from the research in implementation science and sustainability, school improvement, and shared leadership, the course provides numerous tools - including an analysis of the current systems required for improved literacy outcomes - for guiding an implementation through various stages. 

The course is designed to support leaders in creating a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) and structures to improve overall literacy instruction. Participants will receive a manual and have access to a learning platform, where they can engage in five units of study. 

Unit 1: Using Systems and Implementation Science to Improve Literacy Outcomes 
Unit 2: Universal Instruction at the Word-Recognition Level 
Unit 3: Universal Instruction at the Language Comprehension Level 
Unit 4: Leadership, Assessment, Data-Based Decision-Making, and Literacy and Intervention Block Design 
Unit 5: Professional Development, Community and Family Involvement, Problem-Solving, and Sustainability Planning.

Questions about the content, please contact Amy Urban, [email protected]. 
Questions about registration? Please contact Allison Ringold Nydahl at [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.
May
08

Newsela Lunch & Learn


DESCRIPTION:
In this session, teachers and leaders can expect to learn about recent updates and changes to the Newsela platform to better serve classroom learning. Key takeaways will include:

•    Literacy skill building in subject area classrooms with cross-curricular resources
•    Curriculum Complements aligned directly to Ohio Department of Education and Workforce-approved core resources
•    AI enhanced assessment and writing tools

Lunch will be provided.

For questions, please contact [email protected].
May
08

Success Network Meeting


Welcome to the ESC of Central Ohio's Success Network, a platform dedicated to empowering, connecting, and advancing member districts with the focus on college and career success. Through a series of quarterly events held in-person through the 2023-2024 school year, we strive to create a space for professionals to share insights and collaborate on innovative programming. 

Join us for our network events, which will feature speakers from the field of education and business, as we explore pathways to pave the way for the achievements of the next generation. 

Questions about the content? Please contact Robb Gonda, [email protected]. 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.
May
09

LETRS Units 1-4 Cohort #2 (included are in-person & virtual sessions)


LETRS provides teachers with the knowledge needed to master the fundamentals of literacy instruction. Educators will acquire fundamental skills in the areas of phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, writing and language. The expertise you will acquire by taking this course will be appreciated by your current and future students and colleagues. 

Takeaways from this training are understanding the why and how of providing literacy instruction. The course facilitator will focus strongly on a theory to practice framework. 

Volume 1 will be divided into two semesters. During the Fall of 2023 sessions, we will learn about the Challenges of Learning to Read and The Speech Sounds in English. During our Winter/Spring 2023 sessions we will learn about Teaching Beginning Phonics and Advanced Decoding. 

NOTE: This course will follow a hybrid model. Participants will have the flexibility to complete the course material on their own schedule with a suggested sequence and biweekly zoom meetings to meet and discuss with other participants and the facilitator. Participants will attend a face-to-face session at the end of each unit to participate in hands-on activities and thought partner discussions. 

ONLY EMPLOYEES OF MEMBER DISTRICTS OF THE ESCCO CAN PARTICIPATE IN THIS TRAINING. SPECIAL NOTE: Participants must purchase an individual LETRS license ($399) by contacting Kimberly Manzi by email [email protected] or phone 1.513.379.8613. Your license will provide you with access to the online course for 1 year and printed materials are yours to keep. You MUST use your school email when contacting or placing an order with Kimberly Manzi.

If you have questions about the content, please contact Amy Urban, [email protected]. Questions about registration, please contact Jessica Seymour, [email protected].
May
09

PBL Power Hour


PBL Power Hour is a monthly virtual gathering tailored for educators engaged in Problem-Based/Project-Based Learning (PBL).

Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or a novice exploring PBL, this event provides a unique opportunity to connect with like-minded teachers. The session offers a casual and loosely structured environment where participants can share their PBL project ideas, engage in discussions, and receive valuable feedback from fellow educators.

Join PBL Power Hour to foster a collaborative community and enhance your PBL teaching experience.

Questions about the content, please contact Christna Grady-Watts, [email protected]. Questions about registration? Please contact Jessica Seymour at [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
May
10

ParaPro Assessment Testing


This testing is for prospective and practicing paraprofessionals. The test will be taken on a computer. Testing time is 2 1/2 hours. The test consists of 90 multiple choice questions in reading, mathematics and writing. The cost is a non-refundable fee of $75. This must be paid before testing. Note: if you have two years of college you do not need to take the exam. 

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.
May
10

ParaPro Assessment Testing


This testing is for prospective and practicing paraprofessionals. The test will be taken on a computer. Testing time is 2 1/2 hours. The test consists of 90 multiple choice questions in reading, mathematics and writing. The cost is a non-refundable fee of $75. This must be paid before testing. Note: if you have two years of college you do not need to take the exam. 

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.
May
17

Youth Pre-Apprenticeship Updates & Ohio Means Jobs Readiness Seal Skills Workshop


Join us for a professional development session meant to enhance your understanding of two work-based learning components: the registered pre-apprenticeship and the Ohio Means Jobs Readiness Seal. 

This workshop will delve into the latest updates of policy (WIOAPL 23-01.01) adopted in February 2024 and provide resources for successfully implementing youth pre-apprenticeships within your district. Additionally, participants will engage in a crosswalk activity using your district's Profile of a Graduate/Learner and the Ohio Means Jobs Readiness Seal Skills.

Intended Outcomes:
• In-depth exploration of Pre-Apprenticeship Updates and Resources
• Detailed analysis and crosswalk of your district's Profile of a Graduate/Learner and the Ohio Means Jobs Readiness Seal Skills
• Practical application and development of actionable plans for both topics
• Networking opportunities with fellow educators and professionals

Please register by May 10, 2024.

Questions about the content, please contact Robb Gonda, [email protected]. Questions about registration? Please contact Allison Ringold Nydahl at [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.
May
20

Punished for Dreaming by Dr. Bettina Love | Asynchronous Book Study


In her groundbreaking new book award-winning educator Dr. Bettina Love serves up a blistering account of four decades of educational reform through the lens of people who lived it. In Punished for Dreaming (2023), Dr. Love examines the legacy of educational inequity ushered in by decades-old discriminatory policy-making. She explores how specific policies have exacerbated various forms of structural oppression that disproportionately harm Black children, and create the conditions for contemporary book bans and opposition to diversity, equity & inclusion work. 

Join K-12 educators interested in understanding how this historical context shapes the current educational landscape in this asynchronous book study, which will conclude with a keynote and exclusive conversation with Dr. Love herself! The book study can be taken for contact hours or Ashland University graduate credit. 

Questions about the content, please contact Sierra Austin-King, [email protected]. Questions about registration? Please contact Allison Ringold Nydahl at [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.
May
21

Book Chat | What the Science of Reading Says about Reading Comprehension and Content Knowledge


Please join the ESC of Central Ohio's Foundational Literacy Specialist Amy Urban, for a 5-week book chat around Jennifer Jump and Robin D. Johnson's book, What the Science of Reading Says about Reading Comprehension and Content Knowledge.

We know what The Science of Reading research says about how our students learn to read, but what does that look like in the classroom? How can we take research and turn it into action?

Questions about the content? Please contact Amy Urban, [email protected]. 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.
May
21

Integrating Computer Science Across the Curriculum | Foundations 1 (Grades 1-8)


The ESC of Central Ohio, powered by LEGO® Education, is providing professional learning for G1-8 educators in computer science to support the expansion of CS programs in PreK-12 schools that are aligned with Ohio state standards. Teachers will leave with a LEGO® Education SPIKE Essential set and a teacher training kit.

This course is free to any currently licensed teacher in Ohio. 

May
24

LETRS Volume 2 | Units 5-8


LETRS Units 5-8 provides teachers with the knowledge needed to master the fundamentals of literacy instruction. Educators will acquire knowledge in the areas of vocabulary, comprehension, writing and language. The expertise you acquire by taking this course will be appreciated by your current and future students and colleagues.

Takeaways from this training include understanding the why and how of providing literacy instruction. The course facilitator will focus strongly on a theory to practice framework.

Volume 2 will be divided into two semesters. During the Spring 2024 sessions, we will learn about Vocabulary and Reading Comprehension. During our Fall 2024 sessions we will learn about text driven comprehension, Instruction and the reading-writing connection.

NOTE: This course will follow a hybrid model. Participants will have the flexibility to complete the course material on their own schedule with a suggested sequence and biweekly zoom meetings to meet and discuss with other participants and the facilitator. Participants will attend a face-to-face session at the end of each unit to participate in hands-on activities and thought partner discussions.

ONLY EMPLOYEES OF MEMBER DISTRICTS OF THE ESCCO CAN PARTICIPATE IN THIS TRAINING ONLY Participants that have completed previous LETRS Volumes can take this course.

SPECIAL NOTE: Participants must purchase an individual LETRS license ($399) by contacting Kimberly Manzi at [email protected] or phone 513.379.8613. Your license will provide you with access to the online course for one year and the printed materials are yours to keep. You MUST use your school email when contacting or placing an order with Kimberly.

If you have questions about the content, please contact Amy Urban, [email protected]. Questions about registration, please contact Jessica Seymour, [email protected].
May
29

Resident Educator Mentor Academy Training


The ESC of Central Ohio has unique support programs to help districts and schools navigate the complexities of the Resident Educator program.

Resident Educator Mentor Academy Training is a face-to-face event. New mentors to the Resident Educator Program are required to successfully complete the 12-hour Mentor Academy Training to receive state mentor certification. The two-day Academy focuses on the role of the mentor and the critical components of instructional mentoring. Mentors are introduced to the essential content of mentoring to prepare them to support the instructional growth and development of Resident Educators. Attendance on both days is required. Trainings will be from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Resident Educator Mentor Academy Training
Registration must be completed through STARS by logging into your OH ID portal.
When you get to the page titled "My Apps", scroll down to the "Training and Registration App".
Click "Open App". You will arrive at the STARS dashboard.
Click on "Event Search".
Use the keyword "RE" to search for the Resident Educator Mentor Academy Trainings. Make sure the dates align within the correct event dates and the event owner is "ESC of Central Ohio".
May
29

SIOP for Educators


SIOP for Educators is a 2-day training of The SIOP Model. SIOP is a research-based and validated model of sheltered instruction that has been widely and successfully used across the U.S. for over 15 years. Professional development in the SIOP Model helps teachers plan and deliver lessons that allow English learners to acquire academic knowledge as they develop English language proficiency. 

Please register by May 20, 2024 at 5:30PM.

Questions about the content, please contact Alicia Dyer, [email protected]. Questions about registration? Please contact Allison Ringold Nydahl, [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.
May
30

LETRS Units 1-4 Cohort #2 (included are in-person & virtual sessions)


LETRS provides teachers with the knowledge needed to master the fundamentals of literacy instruction. Educators will acquire fundamental skills in the areas of phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, writing and language. The expertise you will acquire by taking this course will be appreciated by your current and future students and colleagues. 

Takeaways from this training are understanding the why and how of providing literacy instruction. The course facilitator will focus strongly on a theory to practice framework. 

Volume 1 will be divided into two semesters. During the Fall of 2023 sessions, we will learn about the Challenges of Learning to Read and The Speech Sounds in English. During our Winter/Spring 2023 sessions we will learn about Teaching Beginning Phonics and Advanced Decoding. 

NOTE: This course will follow a hybrid model. Participants will have the flexibility to complete the course material on their own schedule with a suggested sequence and biweekly zoom meetings to meet and discuss with other participants and the facilitator. Participants will attend a face-to-face session at the end of each unit to participate in hands-on activities and thought partner discussions. 

ONLY EMPLOYEES OF MEMBER DISTRICTS OF THE ESCCO CAN PARTICIPATE IN THIS TRAINING. SPECIAL NOTE: Participants must purchase an individual LETRS license ($399) by contacting Kimberly Manzi by email [email protected] or phone 1.513.379.8613. Your license will provide you with access to the online course for 1 year and printed materials are yours to keep. You MUST use your school email when contacting or placing an order with Kimberly Manzi.

If you have questions about the content, please contact Amy Urban, [email protected]. Questions about registration, please contact Jessica Seymour, [email protected].
May
30

SIOP for Educators


SIOP for Educators is a 2-day training of The SIOP Model. SIOP is a research-based and validated model of sheltered instruction that has been widely and successfully used across the U.S. for over 15 years. Professional development in the SIOP Model helps teachers plan and deliver lessons that allow English learners to acquire academic knowledge as they develop English language proficiency. 

Please register by May 20, 2024 at 5:30PM.

Questions about the content, please contact Alicia Dyer, [email protected]. Questions about registration? Please contact Allison Ringold Nydahl, [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.
Jun
03

Educator Workforce Boot Camp 2024

Registration coming soon
Jun
03

Intro to Orton-Gillingham Approach | Teaching Literacy Skills to Students with Dyslexia (Cohort 1)


**THE TRAINING IS FOR CLIENT DISTRICTS ONLY** 

The Orton-Gillingham approach is a structured, systematic, multisensory, and diagnostic-prescriptive approach for teaching language skills (including reading, spelling, and handwriting) to students with dyslexia. 

This 10-day course (June 3 - June 14) will prepare educators to implement high-quality reading instruction that aligns with reading science successfully. 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 introduce participants to the basics of the Orton-Gillingham approach. Completing this course and a supervised practicum (to be contracted individually with instructors, cost not included) prepares participants for the associate level of the Orton-Gillingham Academy application process for certification.

ASHLAND CREDIT (Optional): 4-semester hours of Ashland Credit is available to purchase. (2 semester hours each week at $498 each week).

**THERE IS A 2-WEEK WINDOW IN CASE OF CANCELLATION. IF YOU ARE CANCELLING AFTER THAT 2-WEEK WINDOW, A FEE WILL OCCUR**

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 automatically be subscribed to our monthly professional development email or any other relevant emails to your position. You may unsubscribe at any time.
Jun
03

Summer Gifted Institute

Register (coming soon)

The Neurodiversity Podcast host will be facilitating professional development focusing on twice exceptional students. Topics presented will include support for underserved populations and talent development within your district and schools. This professional development will meet the required annual fifteen hours of gifted PD for staff who provide district reported gifted services.
Jun
03

Summer Gifted Institute 2024 (Day 1)


Emily Kircher-Morris, Neurodiversity Podcast host, will be facilitating professional development focusing on twice exceptional students.

Topics presented will include support for underserved populations and talent development within your district and schools.

This professional development will meet the required annual fifteen hours of gifted PD for staff who provide district gifted services and for those needing additional gifted PD hours.

Coffee, water and a boxed lunch are provided.

Questions about the content, please contact Marge Mulcahy, [email protected]. Questions about registration? Please contact Jessica Seymour at [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.
Jun
04

Intro to Orton-Gillingham Approach | Teaching Literacy Skills to Students with Dyslexia (Cohort 1)

Register

**THE TRAINING IS FOR CLIENT DISTRICTS ONLY**

The Orton-Gillingham approach is a structured, systematic, multisensory, and diagnostic-prescriptive approach for teaching language skills (including reading, spelling, and handwriting) to students with dyslexia.

This 10-day course (June 3 - June 14) will prepare educators to implement high-quality reading instruction that aligns with reading science successfully. 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 introduce participants to the basics of the Orton-Gillingham approach. Completing this course and a supervised practicum (to be contracted individually with instructors, cost not included) prepares participants for the associate level of the Orton-Gillingham Academy application process for certification.

ASHLAND CREDIT (Optional): 4-semester hours of Ashland Credit is available to purchase. (2 semester hours each week at $498 each week).

**THERE IS A 2-WEEK WINDOW IN CASE OF CANCELLATION. IF YOU ARE CANCELLING AFTER THAT 2-WEEK WINDOW, A FEE WILL OCCUR**

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 automatically be subscribed to our monthly professional development email or any other relevant emails to your position. You may unsubscribe at any time.
Jun
04

LETS GO-OH Summer Symposium

Registration coming soon
Jun
04

Summer Gifted Institute 2024 (Day 2)


Emily Kircher-Morris, Neurodiversity Podcast host, will be facilitating professional development focusing on twice exceptional students.

Topics presented will include support for underserved populations and talent development within your district and schools.

This professional development will meet the required annual fifteen hours of gifted PD for staff who provide district gifted services and for those needing additional gifted PD hours.

Coffee, water and a boxed lunch are provided.

Questions about the content, please contact Marge Mulcahy, [email protected]. Questions about registration? Please contact Jessica Seymour at [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.
Jun
05

Intro to Orton-Gillingham Approach | Teaching Literacy Skills to Students with Dyslexia (Cohort 1)

Register

**THE TRAINING IS FOR CLIENT DISTRICTS ONLY**

The Orton-Gillingham approach is a structured, systematic, multisensory, and diagnostic-prescriptive approach for teaching language skills (including reading, spelling, and handwriting) to students with dyslexia.

This 10-day course (June 3 - June 14) will prepare educators to implement high-quality reading instruction that aligns with reading science successfully. 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 introduce participants to the basics of the Orton-Gillingham approach. Completing this course and a supervised practicum (to be contracted individually with instructors, cost not included) prepares participants for the associate level of the Orton-Gillingham Academy application process for certification.

ASHLAND CREDIT (Optional): 4-semester hours of Ashland Credit is available to purchase. (2 semester hours each week at $498 each week).

**THERE IS A 2-WEEK WINDOW IN CASE OF CANCELLATION. IF YOU ARE CANCELLING AFTER THAT 2-WEEK WINDOW, A FEE WILL OCCUR**

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 automatically be subscribed to our monthly professional development email or any other relevant emails to your position. You may unsubscribe at any time.
Jun
06

Intro to Orton-Gillingham Approach | Teaching Literacy Skills to Students with Dyslexia (Cohort 1)

Register

**THE TRAINING IS FOR CLIENT DISTRICTS ONLY**

The Orton-Gillingham approach is a structured, systematic, multisensory, and diagnostic-prescriptive approach for teaching language skills (including reading, spelling, and handwriting) to students with dyslexia.

This 10-day course (June 3 - June 14) will prepare educators to implement high-quality reading instruction that aligns with reading science successfully. 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 introduce participants to the basics of the Orton-Gillingham approach. Completing this course and a supervised practicum (to be contracted individually with instructors, cost not included) prepares participants for the associate level of the Orton-Gillingham Academy application process for certification.

ASHLAND CREDIT (Optional): 4-semester hours of Ashland Credit is available to purchase. (2 semester hours each week at $498 each week).

**THERE IS A 2-WEEK WINDOW IN CASE OF CANCELLATION. IF YOU ARE CANCELLING AFTER THAT 2-WEEK WINDOW, A FEE WILL OCCUR**

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 automatically be subscribed to our monthly professional development email or any other relevant emails to your position. You may unsubscribe at any time.
Jun
07

EL Summer Institute


Emily Francis is a nationally recognized English as a Second Language teacher at Concord High School in Concord, North Carolina. She serves students at various English proficiency levels. Emily is originally from Guatemala and her experience as an English Language Learner inspired her to become an EL teacher. This affords her a deep understanding of the challenges her students must overcome to succeed. Emily earned a BA in Spanish and a MAT in TESOL from UNC-Charlotte. She serves as a professional development facilitator, motivational and keynote speaker. Emily is part of UNC-Charlotte College of Education's Advisory Board. Emily served as a teacher liaison to the Cabarrus County Board of Education as a district Teacher of the Year in 2016. Emily is the author of If You Only Knew: Letters from an Immigrant Teacher.

Coffee, water and a box lunch are provided.

Questions about the content? Please contact Elizabeth Curtis, [email protected]. 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.
Jun
07

Intro to Orton-Gillingham Approach | Teaching Literacy Skills to Students with Dyslexia (Cohort 1)

Register

**THE TRAINING IS FOR CLIENT DISTRICTS ONLY**

The Orton-Gillingham approach is a structured, systematic, multisensory, and diagnostic-prescriptive approach for teaching language skills (including reading, spelling, and handwriting) to students with dyslexia.

This 10-day course (June 3 - June 14) will prepare educators to implement high-quality reading instruction that aligns with reading science successfully. 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 introduce participants to the basics of the Orton-Gillingham approach. Completing this course and a supervised practicum (to be contracted individually with instructors, cost not included) prepares participants for the associate level of the Orton-Gillingham Academy application process for certification.

ASHLAND CREDIT (Optional): 4-semester hours of Ashland Credit is available to purchase. (2 semester hours each week at $498 each week).

**THERE IS A 2-WEEK WINDOW IN CASE OF CANCELLATION. IF YOU ARE CANCELLING AFTER THAT 2-WEEK WINDOW, A FEE WILL OCCUR**

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 automatically be subscribed to our monthly professional development email or any other relevant emails to your position. You may unsubscribe at any time.
Jun
07

ParaPro Assessment Testing


This testing is for prospective and practicing paraprofessionals. The test will be taken on a computer. Testing time is 2 1/2 hours. The test consists of 90 multiple choice questions in reading, mathematics and writing. The cost is a non-refundable fee of $75. This must be paid before testing. Note: if you have two years of college you do not need to take the exam. 

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Jun
07

ParaPro Assessment Testing


This testing is for prospective and practicing paraprofessionals. The test will be taken on a computer. Testing time is 2 1/2 hours. The test consists of 90 multiple choice questions in reading, mathematics and writing. The cost is a non-refundable fee of $75. This must be paid before testing. Note: if you have two years of college you do not need to take the exam. 

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.
Jun
10

Developing Early Computer Science Concepts Through Play (PK-KDG)


The ESC of Central Ohio, powered by LEGO® Education, is providing professional learning for PK/KDG educators in computer science to support the expansion of CS programs in PreK-12 schools that are aligned with Ohio state standards. Teachers will leave with a LEGO® Education Coding Express set and a teacher training kit.

This course is free to any currently licensed teacher in Ohio. 

Jun
10

Intro to Orton-Gillingham Approach | Teaching Literacy Skills to Students with Dyslexia (Cohort 1)

Register

**THE TRAINING IS FOR CLIENT DISTRICTS ONLY**

The Orton-Gillingham approach is a structured, systematic, multisensory, and diagnostic-prescriptive approach for teaching language skills (including reading, spelling, and handwriting) to students with dyslexia.

This 10-day course (June 3 - June 14) will prepare educators to implement high-quality reading instruction that aligns with reading science successfully. 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 introduce participants to the basics of the Orton-Gillingham approach. Completing this course and a supervised practicum (to be contracted individually with instructors, cost not included) prepares participants for the associate level of the Orton-Gillingham Academy application process for certification.

ASHLAND CREDIT (Optional): 4-semester hours of Ashland Credit is available to purchase. (2 semester hours each week at $498 each week).

**THERE IS A 2-WEEK WINDOW IN CASE OF CANCELLATION. IF YOU ARE CANCELLING AFTER THAT 2-WEEK WINDOW, A FEE WILL OCCUR**

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 automatically be subscribed to our monthly professional development email or any other relevant emails to your position. You may unsubscribe at any time.
Jun
10

STACK Institute 2024 | Session 1


The ESC has developed comprehensive, interactive training designed to instruct professionals 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 effectively using classroom staff, and observation of our student STACK summer program. 

This training is intended for intervention specialists and related service staff directly serving special education students. 

Questions about the training? Contact Megan Aluise: [email protected]. There will also be Ashland credit available. Separate fees apply. 

Person of contact: Megan Aluise - [email protected]. 614-704-9869 

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.
Jun
11

Central Ohio Attendance Network


August 23 (in person): Starting the year off strong to avoid chronic absenteeism. Making connections beyond emails, phone calls, and letters - strategies for breaking communication barriers with students and conducting effective home visits.

October 17 (hybrid): Using data to monitor progress on attendance plans and prevent chronic absenteeism.

November 28 (virtual): Networking/Updates/Topic: TBD

January 16 (virtual): Networking/Updates/Topic: TBD

February 20 (hybrid): End-of-the-year interventions and planning for the next school year.

March 12 (virtual): Networking/Updates/Topic: TBD

June 11 (in person): Topic TBD
Jun
11

Intro to Orton-Gillingham Approach | Teaching Literacy Skills to Students with Dyslexia (Cohort 1)

Register

**THE TRAINING IS FOR CLIENT DISTRICTS ONLY**

The Orton-Gillingham approach is a structured, systematic, multisensory, and diagnostic-prescriptive approach for teaching language skills (including reading, spelling, and handwriting) to students with dyslexia.

This 10-day course (June 3 - June 14) will prepare educators to implement high-quality reading instruction that aligns with reading science successfully. 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 introduce participants to the basics of the Orton-Gillingham approach. Completing this course and a supervised practicum (to be contracted individually with instructors, cost not included) prepares participants for the associate level of the Orton-Gillingham Academy application process for certification.

ASHLAND CREDIT (Optional): 4-semester hours of Ashland Credit is available to purchase. (2 semester hours each week at $498 each week).

**THERE IS A 2-WEEK WINDOW IN CASE OF CANCELLATION. IF YOU ARE CANCELLING AFTER THAT 2-WEEK WINDOW, A FEE WILL OCCUR**

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 automatically be subscribed to our monthly professional development email or any other relevant emails to your position. You may unsubscribe at any time.
Jun
11

Summer Literacy Institute


Welcome to Summer Literacy Institute 2024

Join the ESC of Central Ohio as educational stakeholders unite for joyful conversation and learning on June 11th, 2024 at Grandview Heights Middle and High School. National experts and keynote speakers Zaretta Hammond and American Cartoonist Jamar Nicholas lead our collaborative learning on Cultivating a Love of Learning. Along with literacy-related topics across the reading rope, new sessions will focus on literacy in art, equity and early childhood--in partnership with SproutFive.

Day-at-a-Glance:
Here is the plan for Summer Literacy Institute 2024 (SLI24). Registration begins at 7:30 with coffee and a light breakfast served. While waiting for Zaretta Hammond to kick off SLI24 with an inspiring keynote, browse book options provided by local bookseller, Cover To Cover. Two self-selected breakout sessions round out the morning. Lunch is provided by Apple Spice. Finally, American Cartoonist Jamar Nicholas walks participants though the afternoon keynote and one more self-selected breakout rounds out the day of learning.

Next Steps:
Be sure to review the many breakout session options. You may choose to hover over the session or select the expanded view under the schedule options to read more about the sessions offered. Finally, you must sign up for a free Sched account and establish a profile to register. Be sure to review the lunch options listed below to be ready to make a selection while registering.

The ESC of Central Ohio proudly partners with SproutFive to offer an Early Childhood strand. While registering, provide your OPIN to ensure OCCRRA credit.

Credit Cards:
Credit Cards are processed by Stripe. This includes a non-refundable processing fee.

Purchase Orders:
Purchase orders should be made payable to ESC of Central Ohio, 2080 Citygate Drive, Columbus OH 43219. We ask that the creator of the Purchase Order send a copy to [email protected] before distributing the PO number to your attendees for registration.

If you have any questions or require assistance with your registration, please email [email protected]

We look forward to seeing you on June 11th for this joyful event.

Refunds and Cancellations:
Cancellations received up to ten (10) business days prior to the date of the conference will receive a full refund, minus any credit card processing fees. Individuals who register and are "no show" will pay the full registration.

Location Reminder:
Grandview Heights’ Larson Middle School at 1600 West First Avenue, Columbus, OH. Parking is around and behind the school on Fairview Avenue.
Jun
12

Intro to Orton-Gillingham Approach | Teaching Literacy Skills to Students with Dyslexia (Cohort 1)

Register

**THE TRAINING IS FOR CLIENT DISTRICTS ONLY**

The Orton-Gillingham approach is a structured, systematic, multisensory, and diagnostic-prescriptive approach for teaching language skills (including reading, spelling, and handwriting) to students with dyslexia.

This 10-day course (June 3 - June 14) will prepare educators to implement high-quality reading instruction that aligns with reading science successfully. 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 introduce participants to the basics of the Orton-Gillingham approach. Completing this course and a supervised practicum (to be contracted individually with instructors, cost not included) prepares participants for the associate level of the Orton-Gillingham Academy application process for certification.

ASHLAND CREDIT (Optional): 4-semester hours of Ashland Credit is available to purchase. (2 semester hours each week at $498 each week).

**THERE IS A 2-WEEK WINDOW IN CASE OF CANCELLATION. IF YOU ARE CANCELLING AFTER THAT 2-WEEK WINDOW, A FEE WILL OCCUR**

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 automatically be subscribed to our monthly professional development email or any other relevant emails to your position. You may unsubscribe at any time.
Jun
12

OTES Evaluator Training


This three-day training is required for new OTES 2.0 evaluators and for previously credentialed evaluators in OTES 1.0 who are transitioning to OTES 2.0.  After completion, participants will be prepared to take the OTES 2.0 online credentialing test through Insight Advance.  This training may be offered F2F or virtually through Zoom.   Content will be the same in both F2F and virtual formats.  Registration is through STARS.  Registration fee may be paid through credit card, check, or district purchase order.  Lunch will be provided for in person trainings.  
Jun
12

Punished for Dreaming with Dr. Bettina Love


In her groundbreaking new book award-winning educator Dr. Bettina Love serves up a blistering account of four decades of educational reform through the lens of people who lived it. In Punished for Dreaming (2023), Dr. Love examines the legacy of educational inequity ushered in by decades-old discriminatory policy-making. She explores how specific policies have exacerbated various forms of structural oppression that disproportionately harm Black children, and create the conditions for contemporary book bans and opposition to diversity, equity & inclusion work. 

Join K-12 educators interested in understanding how this historical context shapes the current educational landscape in this asynchronous book study, which will conclude with a keynote and exclusive conversation with Dr. Love herself! The book study can be taken for contact hours or Ashland University graduate credit. 

Questions about the content, please contact Sierra Austin-King, [email protected]. Questions about registration? Please contact Allison Ringold Nydahl at [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.
Jun
13

Intro to Orton-Gillingham Approach | Teaching Literacy Skills to Students with Dyslexia (Cohort 1)

Register

**THE TRAINING IS FOR CLIENT DISTRICTS ONLY**

The Orton-Gillingham approach is a structured, systematic, multisensory, and diagnostic-prescriptive approach for teaching language skills (including reading, spelling, and handwriting) to students with dyslexia.

This 10-day course (June 3 - June 14) will prepare educators to implement high-quality reading instruction that aligns with reading science successfully. 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 introduce participants to the basics of the Orton-Gillingham approach. Completing this course and a supervised practicum (to be contracted individually with instructors, cost not included) prepares participants for the associate level of the Orton-Gillingham Academy application process for certification.

ASHLAND CREDIT (Optional): 4-semester hours of Ashland Credit is available to purchase. (2 semester hours each week at $498 each week).

**THERE IS A 2-WEEK WINDOW IN CASE OF CANCELLATION. IF YOU ARE CANCELLING AFTER THAT 2-WEEK WINDOW, A FEE WILL OCCUR**

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 automatically be subscribed to our monthly professional development email or any other relevant emails to your position. You may unsubscribe at any time.
Jun
14

Educator Workforce Boot Camp 2024

Registration coming soon.
Jun
14

Intro to Orton-Gillingham Approach | Teaching Literacy Skills to Students with Dyslexia (Cohort 1)

Register

**THE TRAINING IS FOR CLIENT DISTRICTS ONLY**

The Orton-Gillingham approach is a structured, systematic, multisensory, and diagnostic-prescriptive approach for teaching language skills (including reading, spelling, and handwriting) to students with dyslexia.

This 10-day course (June 3 - June 14) will prepare educators to implement high-quality reading instruction that aligns with reading science successfully. 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 introduce participants to the basics of the Orton-Gillingham approach. Completing this course and a supervised practicum (to be contracted individually with instructors, cost not included) prepares participants for the associate level of the Orton-Gillingham Academy application process for certification.

ASHLAND CREDIT (Optional): 4-semester hours of Ashland Credit is available to purchase. (2 semester hours each week at $498 each week).

**THERE IS A 2-WEEK WINDOW IN CASE OF CANCELLATION. IF YOU ARE CANCELLING AFTER THAT 2-WEEK WINDOW, A FEE WILL OCCUR**

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 automatically be subscribed to our monthly professional development email or any other relevant emails to your position. You may unsubscribe at any time.
Jun
17

Figuring Out Fluency in Mathematics Beyond Facts and Algorithms


Fluency is more than basic facts and algorithms. It is complex and teaching it well is challenging. To find success, we must know what it is so that we can teach it well. This session unpacks the big ideas of fluency arming participants with practical know-how for advancing their students' fluency. Participants will take a deep dive into teaching, practicing, and assessing the strategies of fluent students. Learning will be complemented with ready-to-use classroom resources.

Participants will articulate the big ideas about what fluency is and how it is realized for our students through instruction, practice, and assessment, identify the significant strategies for adding, subtracting multiplying and dividing whole numbers, fractions, and decimals, determine essential foundational skills for computational strategies and how to both reteach and reinforce them through instruction and intervention, and acquire a collection of ready-to-use classroom resources.

John SanGiovanni is a best-selling author and nationally recognized leader in mathematics education. He works as a mathematics coordinator in Howard County, Maryland leading curriculum development, professional learning, assessment, and intervention. John is passionate about developing mathematics specialists and teacher leaders in his district and at McDaniel College. He also works as an international consultant providing professional learning for mathematics content, pedagogy, and curriculum design.

Questions about the content, please contact Matt Fannon, [email protected]. Questions about registration? Please contact Allison Ringold, [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.
Jun
17

Integrating Computer Science Across the Curriculum | Foundations 1 (Grades 1-8)


The ESC of Central Ohio, powered by LEGO® Education, is providing professional learning for G1-8 educators in computer science to support the expansion of CS programs in PreK-12 schools that are aligned with Ohio state standards. Teachers will leave with a LEGO® Education SPIKE Prime set and a teacher training kit.

This course is free to any currently licensed teacher in Ohio. 


Jun
17

Intro to Orton-Gillingham Approach | Teaching Literacy Skills to Students with Dyslexia (Cohort 2)


**THE TRAINING IS FOR CLIENT DISTRICTS ONLY**

The Orton-Gillingham approach is a structured, systematic, multisensory, and diagnostic-prescriptive approach for teaching language skills (including reading, spelling, and handwriting) to students with dyslexia.

This 10-day course (June 3 - June 14) will prepare educators to implement high-quality reading instruction that aligns with reading science successfully. 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 introduce participants to the basics of the Orton-Gillingham approach. Completing this course and a supervised practicum (to be contracted individually with instructors, cost not included) prepares participants for the associate level of the Orton-Gillingham Academy application process for certification.

ASHLAND CREDIT (Optional): 4-semester hours of Ashland Credit is available to purchase. (2 semester hours each week at $498 each week).

**THERE IS A 2-WEEK WINDOW IN CASE OF CANCELLATION. IF YOU ARE CANCELLING AFTER THAT 2-WEEK WINDOW, A FEE WILL OCCUR**

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 automatically be subscribed to our monthly professional development email or any other relevant emails to your position. You may unsubscribe at any time.
Jun
17

Resident Educator Mentor Academy Training


The ESC of Central Ohio has unique support programs to help districts and schools navigate the complexities of the Resident Educator program.

Resident Educator Mentor Academy Training is a face-to-face event. New mentors to the Resident Educator Program are required to successfully complete the 12-hour Mentor Academy Training to receive state mentor certification. The two-day Academy focuses on the role of the mentor and the critical components of instructional mentoring. Mentors are introduced to the essential content of mentoring to prepare them to support the instructional growth and development of Resident Educators. Attendance on both days is required. Trainings will be from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Registration must be completed through STARS by logging into your OH ID portal. When you get to the page titled "My Apps", scroll down to the "Training and Registration App". Click "Open App". You will arrive at the STARS dashboard. Click on "Event Search". Use the keyword "RE" to search for the Resident Educator Mentor Academy Trainings. Make sure the dates align within the correct event dates and the event owner is "ESC of Central Ohio".
Jun
18

Intro to Orton-Gillingham Approach | Teaching Literacy Skills to Students with Dyslexia (Cohort 2)


**THE TRAINING IS FOR CLIENT DISTRICTS ONLY**

The Orton-Gillingham approach is a structured, systematic, multisensory, and diagnostic-prescriptive approach for teaching language skills (including reading, spelling, and handwriting) to students with dyslexia.

This 10-day course (June 3 - June 14) will prepare educators to implement high-quality reading instruction that aligns with reading science successfully. 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 introduce participants to the basics of the Orton-Gillingham approach. Completing this course and a supervised practicum (to be contracted individually with instructors, cost not included) prepares participants for the associate level of the Orton-Gillingham Academy application process for certification.

ASHLAND CREDIT (Optional): 4-semester hours of Ashland Credit is available to purchase. (2 semester hours each week at $498 each week).

**THERE IS A 2-WEEK WINDOW IN CASE OF CANCELLATION. IF YOU ARE CANCELLING AFTER THAT 2-WEEK WINDOW, A FEE WILL OCCUR**

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 automatically be subscribed to our monthly professional development email or any other relevant emails to your position. You may unsubscribe at any time.
Jun
18

OSCES Evaluator Training


This one-day training is required for evaluators of school counselors.  There is no online credentialing test.  School counselors are encouraged to attend this training with their evaluators.  This training may be offered F2F or virtually through Zoom.   Content will be the same in both F2F and virtual formats.   Registration is through STARS. Registration fee may be paid through credit card, check, or district purchase order.  Lunch will be provided for in person events.
Jun
20

Intro to Orton-Gillingham Approach | Teaching Literacy Skills to Students with Dyslexia (Cohort 2)


**THE TRAINING IS FOR CLIENT DISTRICTS ONLY**

The Orton-Gillingham approach is a structured, systematic, multisensory, and diagnostic-prescriptive approach for teaching language skills (including reading, spelling, and handwriting) to students with dyslexia.

This 10-day course (June 3 - June 14) will prepare educators to implement high-quality reading instruction that aligns with reading science successfully. 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 introduce participants to the basics of the Orton-Gillingham approach. Completing this course and a supervised practicum (to be contracted individually with instructors, cost not included) prepares participants for the associate level of the Orton-Gillingham Academy application process for certification.

ASHLAND CREDIT (Optional): 4-semester hours of Ashland Credit is available to purchase. (2 semester hours each week at $498 each week).

**THERE IS A 2-WEEK WINDOW IN CASE OF CANCELLATION. IF YOU ARE CANCELLING AFTER THAT 2-WEEK WINDOW, A FEE WILL OCCUR**

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 automatically be subscribed to our monthly professional development email or any other relevant emails to your position. You may unsubscribe at any time.
Jun
20

Project Innovation | Cardboard, Circuits, and Code


In this two-day course, participants will work through the design process to create physical products from cardboard. Ozobots, Makey Makey, and the Hummingbird kits will then be used to incorporate codable functionality into these cardboard creations. After the in-person session, participants will reflect on the two days, create and implement a lesson, then share their successes and struggles in a virtual gallery walk. 

Participants will receive the following equipment after the conclusion of the in-person portion. 2 Makey Makey Classics 2 Craft and Code Booster Kits 1 Ozobot Evo Entry Kit, 1 Ozobot Crawler 1 Hummingbird Bit Premium Kit

Questions about the content, please contact Rob Niedermeyer, [email protected]. Questions about registration? Please contact Jessica Seymour at [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.
Jun
21

Intro to Orton-Gillingham Approach | Teaching Literacy Skills to Students with Dyslexia (Cohort 2)


**THE TRAINING IS FOR CLIENT DISTRICTS ONLY**

The Orton-Gillingham approach is a structured, systematic, multisensory, and diagnostic-prescriptive approach for teaching language skills (including reading, spelling, and handwriting) to students with dyslexia.

This 10-day course (June 3 - June 14) will prepare educators to implement high-quality reading instruction that aligns with reading science successfully. 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 introduce participants to the basics of the Orton-Gillingham approach. Completing this course and a supervised practicum (to be contracted individually with instructors, cost not included) prepares participants for the associate level of the Orton-Gillingham Academy application process for certification.

ASHLAND CREDIT (Optional): 4-semester hours of Ashland Credit is available to purchase. (2 semester hours each week at $498 each week).

**THERE IS A 2-WEEK WINDOW IN CASE OF CANCELLATION. IF YOU ARE CANCELLING AFTER THAT 2-WEEK WINDOW, A FEE WILL OCCUR**

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 automatically be subscribed to our monthly professional development email or any other relevant emails to your position. You may unsubscribe at any time.
Jun
21

Project Innovation | Cardboard, Circuits, and Code


In this two-day course, participants will work through the design process to create physical products from cardboard. Ozobots, Makey Makey, and the Hummingbird kits will then be used to incorporate codable functionality into these cardboard creations. After the in-person session, participants will reflect on the two days, create and implement a lesson, then share their successes and struggles in a virtual gallery walk. 

Participants will receive the following equipment after the conclusion of the in-person portion. 2 Makey Makey Classics 2 Craft and Code Booster Kits 1 Ozobot Evo Entry Kit, 1 Ozobot Crawler 1 Hummingbird Bit Premium Kit

Questions about the content, please contact Rob Niedermeyer, [email protected]. Questions about registration? Please contact Jessica Seymour at [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.
Jun
24

Foundations of Physical Computing with LEGO Education (Grades 6-12)


The ESC of Central Ohio, powered by LEGO® Education, is providing professional learning for G6-12 educators in computer science to support the expansion of CS programs in PreK-12 schools that are aligned with Ohio state standards. Teachers will leave with a LEGO® Education SPIKE Prime set, a SPIKE Prime Expansion set, and a teacher training kit.

This course is free to any currently licensed teacher in Ohio. 

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