Ohio Evaluation Systems

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.  

Upcoming Trainings:

June 16-18, 2026

July 29-31, 2026

September 9-11, 2026

October 6-8, 2026

November 10-12, 2026

This two-day training is required for new OPES 2.0 evaluators and for previously credentialed evaluators in OPES 1.0 who are transitioning to OPES 2.0. After completion, participants will be prepared to take the OPES 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 events.

Upcoming Dates:

June 4-5, 2026

August 27-28, 2026

September 22-23, 2026

October 27-28, 2026

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.

Upcoming Dates:

June 12, 2026

July 22, 2026

September 2, 2026

October 23, 2026

Registration must be completed through STARS by logging into your OH ID portal. 

1. When you get to the page titled "My Apps", scroll down to the "Training and Registration App". 
2. Click "Open App". You will arrive at the STARS dashboard. 
3. Click on "Event Search". 
4. 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".
5. Make sure your email is correct to receive follow-up tests and evaluations.