Attention Central Ohio K-12 Educators: The Educational Service Center of Central Ohio is offering an Educator Workforce Boot Camp June 5, 6, 7, 8 & 15, 2023 8:00am-3:30pm. Participants will gain knowledge directly from local industry leaders in the pathways of construction, modern manufacturing, information technology and healthcare. Educators can earn 3 grad credits from Ashland University. A portion of the grad credit requirements will be creating and presenting lesson plans and/or projects to implement into the classroom, bridging educator's current comprehension of those essential career skills to the industry needs. Conveying Central Ohio career pathway opportunities to students will enhance their understanding of career options. Educators will gain valuable insight to the skills, training and education needed to help prepare their students for the workforce. All participants must commit to the entire 5-day experience. Cost to participate is $140.00. Participants are responsible for their own transportation. Steps to participate: 1. Application MUST be completed first: https://forms.gle/rLfcoyey8xMuWCcG9 2. You will receive a confirmation email directing you to the My Learning Plan link to complete the registration and submit the non-refundable registration fee. Accepted payments are: credit card or purchase orders (a copy of a purchase order must be provided at time of registration). No refunds will be issued. Offered to ESCCO member districts only. Maximum participants limited to 24. Deadline is May 12th at 4pm to apply, register and submit payment. For questions about the Boot Camp, contact Jama Cobb @ jama.cobb@escco.org. For payment questions, contact Jessica Seymour @ jessica.seymour@escco.org. Registering for an ESCCO event, you will be subscribed to PD email. You may unsubscribe at any time. NOTES: AVAILABLE ONLY TO MEMBER DISTRICTS OF ESCCO. PLEASE READ DIRECTIONS ABOVE, THERE IS A SPECIFIC APPLICATION PROCESS.

There are many different ways to engage with the Ohio Personalized Learning Network. Virtually attend an info session to ask questions and hear about the Ohio Personalized Learning Network. Registration for the 2023-2024 fall 2-year LAUNCH cohort is open! For more information email christina.gradywatts@escco.org or visit https://www.personalizeoh.org/pages/about-the-launch-personalized-learning-pathway Questions about the content? Please contact Christina Grady-Watts, Christina.Gradywatts@escco.org. Questions about registration? Please contact Jessica Seymour, Jessica.Seymour@escco.org. By registering for any ESC of Central Ohio virtual or in-person events, you will be automatically subscribed to our professional development monthly email or any other emails that are relevant to your position. You may unsubscribe at any time.

The literacy spaces we create for our learners and the experiences they have as readers and writers can make an impact in their learning outcomes. This training offers educators a deep dive into reading and writing instruction with a special focus for increasing the effectiveness of instructional methods to serve multilingual learners. Participants will explore and engage in techniques they can implement immediately with students. Second sessions: Based on current research surrounding educational growth mindset and the practical experience of Carol Salva, a master teacher who achieved success with SLIFE students in Houston, this training demonstrates user-friendly techniques that close achievement gaps for Unschooled or Underschooled Learners. Experience the strategies that capitalize on the gifts of your diverse classroom. Discover ways to maximize the impact for SLIFE, especially non-English speakers. Learn to empower these students to work at grade-level in content classes and the ESL classroom. Questions about the content, please contact Elizabeth Curtis, Elizabeth.Curtis@escco.org. Questions about registration? Please contact Jessica Seymour at Jessica.Seymour@escco.org. By registering for any ESC of Central Ohio virtual or in-person events, you will be automatically subscribed to our professional development monthly email or any other emails that are relevant to your position. You may unsubscribe at any time.

**THE TRAINING IS FOR MEMBER 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 will prepare educators to successfully implement high-quality reading instruction that aligns with the science of reading. Course topics will include the characteristics and needs of students with dyslexia, the critical structures of English that must be addressed by instruction, and the design, implementation, and evaluation of effective individual lesson plans. This 60-hour introductory course will provide participants with an introduction to the basics of the Orton-Gillingham approach. 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 a cost of $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: CyndiSchultz80@gmail.com. Questions about registration? Contact Jinnae Buchanan: jinnae.buchanan@escco.org.
By registering for any ESC of Central Ohio virtual or in-person events, you will be automatically subscribed to our professional development monthly email or any other emails that are relevant to your position. You may unsubscribe at any time.

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

• The Restorative Practices Continuum

• The Social Discipline Window,

• Introduction to Restorative Circles

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

What is the meaning of home? At only nine years old, Javier Zamora left his native El Salvador to embark on a 3000-mile journey to reunite with his parents in the United States. Alone except for the other migrants in his group and the "coyote” hired to guide them across the border, he survived perilous trips across oceans and deserts. Javier Zamora shares his harrowing journey and explores how identity influences our ideas of home, and brings humanity and warmth to the figure of the "immigrant,” stressing there are always moments of joy, love, and hope, even in the worst of circumstances. Zamora puts a face to child immigrants and the humanitarian crisis along the US-Mexico border. Questions about the content, please contact Elizabeth Curtis, Elizabeth.Curtis@escco.org. Questions about registration? Please contact Jessica Seymour at Jessica.Seymour@escco.org. 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.

Design Thinking in the Classroom: A Hands-On Boot Camp for K-12 Educators is a professional development event that spans two days and is open to K-12 educators from all content areas. Attendees will learn how to apply design thinking to their teaching practices through interactive experiences with maker equipment. Additionally, participants will have the opportunity to create and develop lesson plans tailored to their classrooms, providing a unique opportunity to personalize the student experience. Join us for this creative and collaborative learning experience on June 22 and June 23 at the ESC of Central Ohio. Questions about the content? Please contact Robert Niedermeyer, Robert.Niedermeyer@escco.org. Questions about registration? Please contact Jessica Seymour at Jessica.Seymour@escco.org. By registering for any ESC of Central Ohio virtual or in-person events, you will be automatically subscribed to our professional development monthly email or any other emails that are relevant to your position. You may unsubscribe at any time.

**THE TRAINING IS FOR MEMBER 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 will prepare educators to successfully implement high-quality reading instruction that aligns with the science of reading. Course topics will include the characteristics and needs of students with dyslexia, the critical structures of English that must be addressed by instruction, and the design, implementation, and evaluation of effective individual lesson plans. This 60-hour introductory course will provide participants with an introduction to the basics of the Orton-Gillingham approach. 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 a cost of $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: CyndiSchultz80@gmail.com. Questions about registration? Contact Jinnae Buchanan: jinnae.buchanan@escco.org.
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.

Participants attending this week-long course will have the opportunity to complete the online modules, engage in discussion, and take part in activities within a collaborative learning environment. At the conclusion of the week, participants will receive a certificate stating that they have met the professional development requirements of the Ohio Dyslexia Law (HB436). Please contact ODE approved ESC Foundational Literacy Specialist, Amy Urban with any questions, amy.urban@escco.org or 1-614-753-4657 **If you would like to attend a single day for CEUs, please contact Amy Urban directly for this option** Questions about registration? Please contact Jessica Seymour, jessica.seymour@escco.org. 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. NOTES: personal laptops/computers are required for this training. Please contact us if you need support with this requirement. Lunch is one hour and on your own.

The ESCCO, in collaboration with its partners at the Ohio Center for Autism and Low Incidence (OCALI), has developed a comprehensive, interactive training designed to give professionals instruction to enhance their ability to plan for and serve students with autism spectrum disorders. The workshop topics include characteristics of individuals with autism, structured teaching fundamentals, classroom design and management, work systems, visual supports, student schedules, strategies for effective use of classroom staff, and observation of our student STACK summer program. Participants will receive access to a Canvas module to complete prior to the in-person training. The training is free to ESCCO STACK teachers (if directed to attend). Questions about the training? Contact Lindsay Gibbs: lindsay.gibbs@escco.org. 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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.