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1. Using MAP Data to Drive School Improvement

Program: ESC of Central Ohio Achievement & Leadership Services

Audience: building leadership teams, teachers, administrators

Dates: 2/26/2020

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Profiles of Leadership: Creating Synergy through a Culture of Data Use Building a synergistic culture of MAP Growth data use requires sustained, artful leadership at all levels-from district to building to teacher. Attend this learning institute to explore the characteristics of district, building, and teacher leaders who have successfully used MAP Growth to raise student achievement on AIR and increase performance on Ohio School Report Cards. Bring your DLT or BLT to hear leaders at all levels share the concrete actions they implemented and reflect on the impact of those actions on their students, staff, and stakeholders. NWEA professional learning consultants will facilitate analysis of MAP Growth reports and data to support teams diving into their own data and making a plan for increasing the synergy of data use in their own districts. Questions? Contact: Sharee Wells at sharee.wells@escco.org

This activity has a required evaluation

  • Max Class Size: 75

2. Online HQT Language Arts/Reading Course

Program: ESC of Central Ohio Achievement & Leadership Services

Dates: 3/2/2020 to 4/12/2020

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Participants will learn to align curriculum to the ODE Language Arts/Reading Standards in order to increase student achievement. This course was recently approved by Ashland University as a prerequisite reading block towards gaining the Ohio Reading Endorsement. The course is set-up in 6 weekly modules and will require 6-8 hours of course work each week. Course registration is $126. Course will run 3/2/20-4/12/20. A certificate of completion for 45 contact hours in content will be available within a week after course completion. An optional 3-hour Ashland University credit option is available for an additional $747. Contact Sandy.Denney@escco.org or by phone at 614.542.4111 for further information. Registration deadline is 2/27/20 at midnight or until courses are full. Course payment must be submitted by 2/28/20 or the course will be dropped. This does not apply to purchase order payments. Course access will be sent by email right before the course begins.
  • Max Class Size: 30

3. Online HQT Math Course

Program: ESC of Central Ohio Achievement & Leadership Services

Dates: 3/2/2020 to 4/12/2020

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Participants will learn to align curriculum to the ODE Math Standards in order to increase student achievement. The course is set-up in 6 weekly modules and will require 6-8 hours of course work each week. Course registration is $126. Course will run 3/2/20-4/12/20. A certificate of completion for 45 contact hours in content will be available within a week after course completion. An optional 3-hour Ashland University credit option is available for an additional $747. Contact Sandy.Denney@escco.org or by phone at 614.542.4111 for further information. Registration deadline is 2/27/20 at midnight or until courses are full. Course payment must be submitted by 2/28/20 or the course may be dropped. This does not apply to purchase order payments. Course access will be sent by email right before the course begins.
  • Max Class Size: 30

4. Online HQT Pedagogy Course

Program: ESC of Central Ohio Achievement & Leadership Services

Dates: 3/2/2020 to 4/12/2020

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This online course meets the HQT requirements for 45 contact hours in teaching skills pedagogy. The course is designed to be both theoretical and practical, allowing the participant to design lessons and modify instructional practices to meet the diverse needs of learners in any content area. Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to know and describe four major models of teaching; describe and apply appropriate research-based instructional practices; and develop comprehensive lesson or unit plans for teaching in their content area. The course is set-up in 6 weekly modules and requires 6-8 hours of work each week. Course registration is $126. Course will run 3/2/20-4/12/20. A certificate of completion for 45 content hours in pedagogy will be available within a week after course completion. An additional 3-hour Ashland University credit option is available for an additional $747. Contact Sandy.Denney@escco.org or by phone at 614.542.4111 for further information. Registration deadline is 2/27/20 at midnight or until course is full. Payment deadline is 2/28/20 or the course may be dropped. Course access will be sent by email right before the course begins.
  • Max Class Size: 30

5. Online HQT Science Course

Program: ESC of Central Ohio Achievement & Leadership Services

Dates: 3/2/2020 to 4/12/2020

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Participants will learn to align curriculum to the ODE Science Standards in order to increase student achievement. The course is set-up in 6 weekly modules and will require 6-8 hours of course work each week. Course registration is $126. Course will run 3/2/20-4/12/20. A certificate of completion for 45 contact hours in content will be available within a week after course completion. An optional 3-hour Ashland University credit option is available for an additional $747. Contact Sandy.Denney@escco.org or by phone at 614.542.4111 for further information. Registration deadline is 2/27/20 at midnight or until courses are full. Course payment must be submitted by 2/28/20 or the course may be dropped. This does not apply to purchase order payments. Course access will be sent by email right before the course begins.
  • Max Class Size: 30

6. Online HQT Social Studies Course

Program: ESC of Central Ohio Achievement & Leadership Services

Dates: 3/2/2020 to 4/12/2020

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Participants will learn to align curriculum to the ODE Social Studies Standards in order to increase student achievement. The course is set-up in 6 weekly modules and will require 6-8 hours of course work each week. Course registration is $126. Course will run 3/2/20-4/12/20. A certificate of completion for 45 contact hours in content will be available within a week after completion. An optional 3-semester hour Ashland University credit option is available for an additional $747. Contact Sandy.Denney@escco.org or by phone at 614.542.4111 for further information. Registration deadline is 2/27/20 at midnight or until course is full. Course payment must be submitted by 2/28/20 or the course may be dropped. This does not apply to purchase order payments. Course access will be sent by email right before the course begins.
  • Max Class Size: 30

7. ParaPro Assessment Testing - 1:00-4:00

Program: ESC of Central Ohio Achievement & Leadership Services

Dates: 3/12/2020

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 $55. This must be paid before testing. Note: if you have two years of college you do not need to take the exam. Questions? Contact Sandy.Denney@escco.org or 614.542.4161
  • Max Class Size: 14

8. Federal Coordinators' Network Meeting

Program: ESC of Central Ohio Achievement & Leadership Services

Dates: 3/18/2020

"New" Federal Coordinators' Meeting This meeting is to network and provide an on-going conversation for "new" district federal coordinators or team members to ensure compliance and align federal grant resources with building/district student learning priorities. Meeting discussion will include: schoolwide/targeted Title I implementation and evaluation processes for improving student learning results, clarification of federal compliance documentation for district onsite and desk review criteria completion with upcoming deadlines for electronic completion in the Compliance, Nonpublic and Consolidated systems. Questions? Contact: Regina.Lukich@escco.org
  • Max Class Size: 15

9. Federal Document Repository Webinar - MARCH 2020

Program: ESC of Central Ohio Achievement & Leadership Services

Dates: 3/18/2020

Join us for an interactive "demo" webinar from 2:30 to 3:30pm demo. This tool will enhance and expedite federal documentation records, plus provide templates, web resource links, and designates onsite/desk review criteria within the compliance self-survey. Enables multiple users and a year-to-year way to transfer, sort and print documents by a "key word" searches. The federal program compliance system sections include the annual Education self-assessment survey with desk/onsite designated criteria: Title I-A, II-A, III LEP/Immigrant, Title IV-A, Title V-B Rural Education, Foster Care, Emergency Impact Aid, Uniform Administrative, Costs Principals, and Audit, Uniform Provisions-Private School Participation, Neglected/Delinquent and McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act. Upon registration, the webinar meeting link and phone access numbers will be sent to your email address. Questions? Contact: Regina.Lukich@escco.org or 614.542.4172
  • Max Class Size: 25

10. Difference or Disability: Identifying English Learners with Learning Disabilities

Program: ESC of Central Ohio Achievement & Leadership Services

Dates: 4/6/2020

Difference or Disability? Assure appropriate referral, assessment and identification of referred ELs (English Learners) in the schools. This presentation will include suggestions for developing a model for appropriate referral and assessment while assuring ELs are not over identified in Special Education. This session will equip school psychologists, special education coordinators and EL coordinators with resources to correctly identify English learners who may need Special Education services. We will look at ODE guidance, MTSS and best practices for identifying students, utilization of appropriate assessment and test interpretation, as well as ways to support ELs with an IEP. School psychologists, EL coordinators, and Special Education coordinators are encouraged to attend. Members of the ESC of Central Ohio's Title lll EL Consortium attend at no additional cost. Please enter "ESC-EL" in the payment box.
  • Max Class Size: 40

11. ParaPro Assessment Testing - 1:00-4:00

Program: ESC of Central Ohio Achievement & Leadership Services

Dates: 4/16/2020

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 $55. This must be paid before testing. Note: if you have two years of college you do not need to take the exam. Questions? Contact Sandy.Denney@escco.org or 614.542.4161
  • Max Class Size: 14

12. English Learner Administrator Network Meeting

Program: ESC of Central Ohio Achievement & Leadership Services

Dates: 4/21/2020

ELAN is a professional network offered to school administrators and teachers who provide programs and services to English learners. The network focuses on relevant topics and compliance issues, and shares resources. The meetings are open to Consortium member districts and all others. Topics will include discussions of data, trends in CCIP, district priorities, sharing research and evidence-based strategies, use of carryover and spending in required categories. The meetings are also available as "Go to Meetings" over the phone/online. Members of the ESCCO Title lll EL Consortium should enter "LEP" in the payment box to waive the registration fee. For more information, contact Jill Kramer at jill.kramer@escco.org.
  • Max Class Size: 50

13. Federal Coordinators' Network Meeting

Program: ESC of Central Ohio Achievement & Leadership Services

Dates: 4/22/2020

This Federal Coordinators' Network meeting is offered to district coordinators to provide a continued conversation to provide options for student services with federal ESEA grant resources. The network focuses on relevant federal funding topics and compliance. Topics include: discussions of compliance documentation, meeting Ohio Dept of Education deadlines, sharing evidence-based strategies, allowable expenditures, implementation options, and fiscal processes. The meetings are also available as "Go-to-Meetings" over the phone/online. No registration fee. Upon registering, we will forward Go-to-Meeting sign-in information. Questions? Contact: Regina.Lukich@escco.org
  • Max Class Size: 15

14. Central Ohio Curriculum Leaders Network Meeting

Program: ESC of Central Ohio Achievement & Leadership Services

Audience: Invited Curriculum Leaders

Dates: 4/24/2020

The Central Ohio Curriculum Leaders Network is a professional network offered to ESC of Central Ohio Member School District administrators who have the primary responsibility for leadership in teaching and learning. This includes directors of curriculum and instruction, chief academic officers, and directors of elementary / secondary education. Our Goals

• Provide current updates on relevant topics in curriculum, instruction, assessment, professional development, legislative policy, and state accountability systems, such as the Local Report Card and state educator evaluation systems.

• Offer opportunities to collaborate and to share information and resources.

• Provide a network of support to administrators in similar positions. Light refreshments will be served. Contact Cathy Heidelberg with questions or for more information. Cathy.heidelberg@escco.org Office: 614.542.4168 Cell: 419.944.5879
  • Max Class Size: 45

15. Online HQT Language Arts/Reading Course

Program: ESC of Central Ohio Achievement & Leadership Services

Dates: 5/4/2020 to 6/14/2020

Participants will learn to align curriculum to the ODE Language Arts/Reading Standards in order to increase student achievement. This course was recently approved by Ashland University as a prerequisite reading block towards gaining the Ohio Reading Endorsement. The course is set-up in 6 weekly modules and will require 6-8 hours of course work each week. Course registration is $126. Course will run 5/4/20-6/14/20. A certificate of completion for 45 contact hours in content will be available within a week after course completion. An optional 3-hour Ashland University credit option is available for an additional $747. Contact Sandy.Denney@escco.org or by phone at 614.542.4111 for further information. Registration deadline is 4/30/20 at midnight or until courses are full. Course payment must be submitted by 5/1/20 or the course will be dropped. This does not apply to purchase order payments. Course access will be sent by email right before the course begins.
  • Max Class Size: 30

16. Online HQT Math Course

Program: ESC of Central Ohio Achievement & Leadership Services

Dates: 5/4/2020 to 6/14/2020

Participants will learn to align curriculum to the ODE Math Standards in order to increase student achievement. The course is set-up in 6 weekly modules and will require 6-8 hours of course work each week. Course registration is $126. Course will run 5/4/20-6/14/20. A certificate of completion for 45 contact hours in content will be available within a week after course completion. An optional 3-hour Ashland University credit option is available for an additional $747. Contact Sandy.Denney@escco.org or by phone at 614.542.4111 for further information. Registration deadline is 4/30/20 at midnight or until courses are full. Course payment must be submitted by 5/1/20 or the course may be dropped. This does not apply to purchase order payments. Course access will be sent by email right before the course begins.
  • Max Class Size: 30

17. Online HQT Pedagogy Course

Program: ESC of Central Ohio Achievement & Leadership Services

Dates: 5/4/2020 to 6/14/2020

This online course meets the HQT requirements for 45 contact hours in teaching skills pedagogy. The course is designed to be both theoretical and practical, allowing the participant to design lessons and modify instructional practices to meet the diverse needs of learners in any content area. Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to know and describe four major models of teaching; describe and apply appropriate research-based instructional practices; and develop comprehensive lesson or unit plans for teaching in their content area. The course is set-up in 6 weekly modules and requires 6-8 hours of work each week. Course registration is $126. Course will run 5/4/20-6/14/20. A certificate of completion for 45 content hours in pedagogy will be available within a week after course completion. An additional 3-hour Ashland University credit option is available for an additional $747. Contact Sandy.Denney@escco.org or by phone at 614.542.4111 for further information. Registration deadline is 4/30/20 at midnight or until course is full. Payment deadline is 5/1/20 or the course may be dropped. Course access will be sent by email right before the course begins.
  • Max Class Size: 30

18. Online HQT Science Course

Program: ESC of Central Ohio Achievement & Leadership Services

Dates: 5/4/2020 to 6/14/2020

Participants will learn to align curriculum to the ODE Science Standards in order to increase student achievement. The course is set-up in 6 weekly modules and will require 6-8 hours of course work each week. Course registration is $126. Course will run 5/4/20-6/14/20. A certificate of completion for 45 contact hours in content will be available within a week after course completion. An optional 3-hour Ashland University credit option is available for an additional $747. Contact Sandy.Denney@escco.org or by phone at 614.542.4111 for further information. Registration deadline is 4/30/20 at midnight or until courses are full. Course payment must be submitted by 5/1/20 or the course may be dropped. This does not apply to purchase order payments. Course access will be sent by email right before the course begins.
  • Max Class Size: 30

19. Online HQT Social Studies Course

Program: ESC of Central Ohio Achievement & Leadership Services

Dates: 5/4/2020 to 6/14/2020

Participants will learn to align curriculum to the ODE Social Studies Standards in order to increase student achievement. The course is set-up in 6 weekly modules and will require 6-8 hours of course work each week. Course registration is $126. Course will run 5/4/20-6/14/20. A certificate of completion for 45 contact hours in content will be available within a week after completion. An optional 3-semester hour Ashland University credit option is available for an additional $747. Contact Sandy.Denney@escco.org or by phone at 614.542.4111 for further information. Registration deadline is 4/30/20 at midnight or until course is full. Course payment must be submitted by 5/1/20 or the course may be dropped. This does not apply to purchase order payments. Course access will be sent by email right before the course begins.
  • Max Class Size: 30

20. Oral Language Development for English Learners

Program: ESC of Central Ohio Achievement & Leadership Services

Dates: 5/6/2020

Oral language development is essential for English learners and a foundation for literacy and academic success. Yet research shows that English learners typically spend only about 2% of class time talking. In this session, teachers will look at the research behind the importance of oral language. This session explores best practices to teach and foster oral language for younger learners and newcomers. Topics include allotting time, using questions, and developing conversation skills. The presenter will share engaging materials and activities that promote a language-rich environment. Intended audience: Teachers of English learners or struggling native speakers in K-2, and newcomer English learners in any grade. Members of the ESC EL Title lll Consortium attend at no additional cost. Enter "ESC-EL" in the payment field. For districts who are members of ESCCO, the cost is $70. For those outside the ESCCO membership, the cost is $95. Questions - contact Jill Kramer at jill.kramer@escco.org
  • Max Class Size: 35

21. Book Study "Advocating for English Learners"

Program: ESC of Central Ohio Achievement & Leadership Services

Dates: 5/6/2020

Have you read "Advocating for English Learners: A Guide for Educators" by Dianne Staehr Fenner? In our first ever book study, we will delve into this popular book with discussion questions and activities. Explore ways that teachers and administrators can more effectively advocate for our English learners. You will leave with an action plan. Please bring a copy of the book with you. Members of the ESC EL Title lll Consortium attend at no additional cost. Enter "ESC-EL" in the payment field. For districts who are members of ESCCO, the cost is $50. For those outside the ESCCO membership, the cost is $75. Questions - contact Jill Kramer at jill.kramer@escco.org
  • Max Class Size: 35

22. Federal Coordinators' Network Meeting

Program: ESC of Central Ohio Achievement & Leadership Services

Dates: 5/13/2020

"New" Federal Coordinators' Meeting This meeting is to network and provide an on-going conversation for "new" district federal coordinators or team members to ensure compliance and align federal grant resources with building/district student learning priorities. Meeting discussion will include: schoolwide/targeted Title I implementation and evaluation processes for improving student learning results, clarification of federal compliance documentation for district onsite and desk review criteria completion with upcoming deadlines for electronic completion in the Compliance, Nonpublic and Consolidated systems. Questions? Contact: Regina.Lukich@escco.org
  • Max Class Size: 15

23. ParaPro Assessment Testing - 1:00-4:00

Program: ESC of Central Ohio Achievement & Leadership Services

Dates: 5/14/2020

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 $55. This must be paid before testing. Note: if you have two years of college you do not need to take the exam. Questions? Contact Sandy.Denney@escco.org or 614.542.4161
  • Max Class Size: 14

24. Best Practices for Supporting English Learners

Program: ESC of Central Ohio Achievement & Leadership Services

Dates: 6/3/2020 to 6/5/2020

This highly interactive three-day workshop equips content and general education teachers with research-based instructional techniques that address the needs of English Language Learners (ELLs or ELs) and other diverse populations in content classes. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of working effectively with English learners. This training provides the opportunity to learn and practice ways to plan and deliver lessons that allow English learners to access content standards as they develop their English proficiency. The target audience includes K-12 educators in any content areas, EL teachers, administrators, coordinators and coaches. Participants will leave with plans, templates, resources and ideas to implement in the new school year. There is no additional cost to districts who are members of the ESC's EL Title lll Consortium. Use "ESC-EL" in payment box. For districts who are members of the ESCCO, the cost is $275. For districts who are not members of the ESCCO, the cost is $325. An optional 1-semester hour of Ashland University credit will be offered for an additional $249. Questions? Contact Jill.Kramer@escco.org
  • Max Class Size: 35

25. THE ORTON-GILLINGHAM APPROACH (MULTI-DAY): Teaching Literacy Skills to Students with Dyslexia

Program: ESC of Central Ohio Achievement & Leadership Services

Dates: 6/8/2020 to 6/19/2020

The Orton-Gillingham approach is a structured, systematic, multisensory, and diagnostic-prescriptive method for the teaching of language skills (including reading, spelling and handwriting) for students with dyslexia. This course will prepare educators to successfully tutor individual students, or to more effectively implement school-wide "packaged" multi-sensory, structured language education programs (such as Wilson, Patterns for Success, SPIRE, Phonics First, etc.). 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. Presentations will be through lectures, discussions, demonstrations, videos, and "hands-on" exercises with multi-sensory techniques and materials. This 60-hour introductory course will provide participants with an introduction to the basics of the Orton-Gillingham approach. Completion of this course can also prepare participants for the associate level of Orton-Gillingham Academy certification. Course dates will be 6/8-19/20 (10 days). A total of 60 contact hours will be awarded upon completion. Course materials are included in the cost of the training. Optional 4-semester hours of Ashland Credit available. (2-semester hours each week-at a cost of $498 each week) Lunch is on your own. Questions about the training? Contact: CyndiSchultz80@gmail.com
  • Max Class Size: 35

26. ParaPro Assessment Testing - 1:00-4:00

Program: ESC of Central Ohio Achievement & Leadership Services

Dates: 6/11/2020

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 $55. This must be paid before testing. Note: if you have two years of college you do not need to take the exam. Questions? Contact Sandy.Denney@escco.org or 614.542.4161
  • Max Class Size: 14

27. Go Deep!

Program: ESC of Central Ohio Achievement & Leadership Services

Audience: Teachers, Instructional Coaches, and Administrators

Dates: 6/17/2020 to 6/18/2020

The Harvard Graduate School of Education research based Project Zero features various frameworks and tools that enable teachers to look at teaching analytically, develop new approaches to planning and make informed decisions about instruction. Participants will explore ways to deepen student engagement; encourage learners to think critically and creatively; and make learning and thinking visible. In a Project Zero classroom, teachers are also learners who model intellectual curiosity and rigor, interdisciplinary and collaborative inquiry, and sensitivity to the ethical and aesthetic dimensions of learning. The ESCCO will be working with researchers from the Project Zero team at the Harvard Graduate School of Education to develop the two day program. The conference will include one or more plenaries (large, conference style presentations by Project Zero researchers), some larger workshops facilitated by PZ researchers, and many smaller workshops facilitated by educators using PZ ideas in their classrooms and other educational settings. Our OH conference will be centered around the throughline questions similar to those framing recent Project Zero Classroom 5-day summer institutes held at Harvard. They include: 1. What are the roles of reflection and assessment in learning? 2. How might we nurture creativity and critical thinking? 3. How can we design for and with a variety of learners and contexts? 4. What does deeper learning and thinking look, sound and feel like in a classroom, a school and a community? This two day conference held on the campus of New Albany Plain Local Schools. A full conference schedule will be available in spring 2020.
  • Max Class Size: 600

28. Advanced Best Practices for Supporting English Learners

Program: ESC of Central Ohio Achievement & Leadership Services

Dates: 6/22/2020 to 6/24/2020

This three-day workshop is designed for general education teachers who are already familiar with best practices for English learners. In this session, participants will enhance their knowledge of best practices with an in-depth look at the research-based instructional techniques that address the needs of English Language Learners (ELLs or ELs) in content classes. Attendees will participate in an interactive workshop and leave with practical lesson planning ideas for the new school year. The target audience includes K-12 educators in any content area, EL teachers, administrators, coordinators and coaches. Participants will leave with resources and ideas to implement in the new school year. There is no additional cost to districts who are members of the ESC's EL Title lll Consortium. Use "ESC-EL" in payment box. For districts who are members of the ESCCO, the cost is $275. For districts who are not members of the ESCCO, the cost is $325. An optional 1-semester hour of Ashland University credit will be offered for an additional $249. Questions? Contact Jill.Kramer@escco.org
  • Max Class Size: 35