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 free online asynchronous module course will walk districts through the steps of developing and implementing an Ohio Apprenticeship approved pre-apprenticeship program which results in a 12 point industry credential as well as meeting graduation requirements. It will include sample pre-apprenticeship plans, resources, and step by step instructions. Questions about the content? Please contact Christine Galvin at Christine.Galvin@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.

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.

Are you looking for a place to reignite your passion for teaching? Do you believe we can reimagine education in a way that makes learning irresistible for both students and staff? Do you want to lead the way? The Summer Institute for Authentic Learning and Leadership will help make this possible through authentic learning strategies such as service learning, project based learning, STEM, design thinking and more. Strategies such as service-learning enhance academic achievement, social-emotional learning, civic engagement, career development, and student empowerment. They also restore joy to teaching! Join others to learn about and experience research-based, authentic strategies for learning loss, recovery, and student engagement. Learn from teachers and leaders just like you in addition to Featured Speakers such as Tony Wagner, Annalies Corbin, Frederic Bertley, and Buddy Berry. Bring a team or yourself and find the hope needed to transform your classroom and your school. COPY AND PASTE THESE LINKS INTO YOUR BROWSER: https://www.partnershipsforall.org/summer-institute-for-authentic-learning-and-leadership for Institute Highlights - Registration, Lodging, Information, Featured Speakers, Ashland Credit and CEUs. Registration for one, $450. School-based teams of 10 or more, $375 per person. No shows and cancellations after 7 days prior to event will be charged. Group rate applied after registration deadline. Questions about the content? Please contact Emmy Beeson, emmy@partnershipsforall.org. Questions about registration & payment? Please contact Jessica Seymour at Jessica.Seymour@escco.org. You will be automatically be 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.

In this self-paced, online book study based on Warren Berger and Elise Foster's book, Beautiful Questions in the Classroom: Transforming Classrooms Into Cultures of Curiosity and Inquiry, you will explore the importance of questioning and how inquiry leads to learning, innovation, and personal growth. You will also learn strategies to inspire bigger, more beautiful student questions and techniques to help educators ask more beautiful questions. Throughout your study of the book, you will be provided with real-world examples, case studies, practical ideas, and question stems. Discover how to ask bigger, more beautiful questions and how to develop a powerful teaching approach that creates a classroom full of student driven inquiry. An optional one-semester hour of graduate credit is available from Ashland University for an additional $249. Questions about the content? Please contact Megan Ash at Megan.Ash@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.

Each high school defines the role of a department chair differently, however; there are some skills that transfer across departments and districts. Skills such as organizational strategies, facilitating productive meetings, conflict resolution and overall leadership skills related to supporting adults. Join other Central Ohio department chairs in refining those skills that assist in supporting an innovative healthy department that is well positioned to support all kids in learning. No cost to member districts. Questions about the content? Please contact Jill Reinhart at Jill.Reinhart@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.

Join fellow Algebra 1 teachers across Central Ohio for a two day event to plan and learn Algebra I curriculum. Have a chance to brainstorm with your peers, learn best instructional practices, and understand Algebraic concepts on a deeper level. There is an opportunity to extend these cohort sessions throughout the fall, winter, and spring. Note: Sessions are provided at no cost for participants. Questions about the content? Please contact Matthew Fannon at Matthew.Fannon@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.

Learn how combining a "Maker Mindset" and the Design Thinking Process to make your classroom technology more accessible to all. In this session, we will learn how to make buttons and switches and connect them to your device using the Makey Makey controller. The course fee includes a Makey Makey controller and other supplies. Please bring your own device. Member districts pay $75 for the materials cost. The cost for non-member districts is $175 ($75 for materials and $100 for instruction). No shows and cancellations after 7 days prior to event will be charged. Questions about the content? Please contact BJ Thaman at BJ.Thaman@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.

Back by popular demand! Due to continued interest, we are delighted to offer our 21-22 Instructional Coaching Series once again. This 4-part series is designed to provide and support instructional coaching skills in working with adult educators, as well as create a professional, collaborative learning community for instructional coaches themselves. This series will support the unique needs of both new to the coaching role and those experienced with instructional coaching. This series will provide opportunities for coaches to develop and refine their practice, monitor their effectiveness, and create a network of support throughout the Central Ohio community. *Please note this is the same content as the 21-22 Instructional Coaching Series. Questions about the content? Please contact Stephanie Warner, Stephanie.Warner@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.