This Community of Practice will meet bi-monthly on the first Wednesday of the month beginning in September. (November\, January\ , March\, and May) A variety of strategies will be shared over the course of the year and there will be a time for sharing and Q/A during each sessi on. Join this group and hear how others are supporting difficult behaviors in their buildings and classrooms.
Audience: Administr ators\, counselors\, classroom teachers\, and special education teachers.< /span>
LOCATION:Virtual SUMMARY:Student Behavior Community of Practice END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:4a475ad9-018f-4295-a69f-60b7c138737f DTSTART:20260904T090000 DTEND:20260904T150000 DESCRIPTION:Teac
hing is tough—whether you are a new teacher\, a career-changer\, or a fe
w years into your journey. You don't have to navigate it alone. Let our te
am of experienced educators support you this school year through a flexibl
e mix of Zoom and in-person sessions at ECESC.
Take it from Cohort
3! 100% of respondents said the workshop was engaging\, highly relevant\,
and met their expectations.
Members: $350
Non-Members: $500
As middle and high school counselors\, you navigate a unique landscape every day—balancing academic tracking\, crisis interven tion\, and the ever-evolving world of teenage social-emotional growth. You don't have to do it in a silo.
Join us for our Month ly Affinity Group\, a dedicated space created by seconda ry counselors\, for secondary counselors. This isn't another lect ure or passive professional development day\; it’s an interactive\, coll aborative roundtable where we come together to solve real-time challenges\ , share high-impact resources\, and lift each other up.
\;Come for the collaboration\, stay for the community. Let’s connect\, recharge \, and elevate our practice together. \; \;
LOCATION:virtual SUMMARY:Counselor Affinity Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:c329b5aa-94d9-467e-9819-199276f1ed56 DTSTART:20260908T113000 DTEND:20260908T123000 DESCRIPTION:The School Media Specialist Affinity Group is a monthly virtual space designed exclusively for school librarian s\, media specialists\, and information literacy educators. In today’s r apidly evolving educational landscape\, your role spans far beyond managin g a physical collection—you are digital curators\, technology integrator s\, literacy champions\, and safe-haven creators.
Becau se media specialists often operate as a "department of one" within their b uildings\, this group provides a much-needed regional community to connect \, share the load\, swap fresh ideas\, and recharge with peers who truly u nderstand the unique rewards and challenges of the modern school library.< /span>
LOCATION:virtual SUMMARY:Media Specialist Affinity Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:0b689c9b-7a08-480b-af1c-67873da5a2e9 DTSTART:20260908T153000 DTEND:20260908T163000 DESCRIPTION:The East Central Indiana (ECI) STEM Ecosystem< /strong> is a monthly virtual affinity group dedicated to bridging the gap between K-12 classrooms and local industries. We bring together K-12 educ ators\, higher education partners\, workforce development leaders\, and em ployers from across East Central Indiana to collaborate\, share resources\ , and scale meaningful science\, technology\, engineering\, and math initi atives.
Our mission is simple: to cultivate a robust pi peline of talent right here in our region by embedding career-connected le arning into the foundational years of education.
LOCATION:virtual SUMMARY:STEM Ecosystem Affinity Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:0b3cf7d1-a0b8-4502-aba4-fb3df7d3d883 DTSTART:20260909T090000 DTEND:20260909T150000 DESCRIPTION:Digitalis Portable Planetarium: New Facilitator Trai ning (Full Day)
Unlock the universe for your students! The East Central Educational Service Center (ECESC) is excited to offer full-d ay\, hands-on training for educators and staff who wish to reserve and uti lize our portable Digitalis Planetarium units ("StarLab") for the upcoming school year.
Course Overview This comprehensive tr aining equips new users with the technical confidence\, operational skills \, and curriculum strategies needed to safely transport\, set up\, and pre sent immersive astronomy experiences. Using an inflatable polymer dome des igned for easy setup in classrooms\, auditoriums\, or gymnasiums\, you wil l learn how to operate the high-tech digital projection system. Bring cele stial concepts to life by displaying realistic night skies\, mapping const ellation outlines\, projecting global geography\, and accelerating a year ’s worth of solar\, planetary\, and lunar motions into just minutes.
What You Will Learn
Safe Transpo rt &\; Setup: Best practices for inventory management\, transp orting the equipment\, inflating the dome\, and optimizing your indoor spa ce.
System &\; Software Operation: Step -by-step guidance on running the digital projector\, navigating celestial controls\, and troubleshooting common issues.
Instr uctional Integration: Strategies for aligning planetarium softwar e features with elementary STEM and Earth science standards to create enga ging student experiences.
Care &\; Policy: Guidelines for system maintenance\, return procedures\, and ECESC rese rvation policies.
Important Notice: Atten dance and completion of this training (or an approved refresher course) is STRICTLY REQUIRED for any teacher or staff member wishin g to reserve and operate a planetarium unit.
Target Audience: Teachers\, media specialists\, and district staff new t o operating the Digitalis Planetarium.
Duration: Full Day (9:00 AM – 3:00 PM\; lunch on your own)
< strong>Cost: $150 per participant
The Legislative session in 2025 brought many changes to teache
r evaluaton. Join us to learn about the current law requirements\, your ro
le as a primary or secondary evaluator\, evaluator biases\, evidence colle
ction\, inter-rater reliability\, and much more. Attendees will collaborat
e with fellow administrators as they practice using the RISE rubric. Prese
nters will share practical strategies to organize and to provide timely fe
edback to your classroom professionals.
$150 ESC Members (qualifies
for use of member credits)
$200 Non-Members
What will be learned at a training session?
This FREE full day session will provide foundational knowledge and resources surrounding Student Data Pri vacy\, including federal guidance\, industry standards\, and resources/too ls you need to manage Data Privacy Agreements with third party vendors. Jo in the Indiana Alliance and learn how to use Registry 2.0! \;
Who should attend a training session?
This training is intended for district decision-make rs who evaluate and make decisions about student records and digital tools . This includes technology directors\, data specialists\, district adminis trators\, building administrators\, and relevant support personnel. \;
Where and when are trainings locate d?
The SDPC Alliance Co-Leaders have scheduled regional trainings that offer convenient locations for those who have fil led out the interest survey.&nb sp\; 2027 Spring/Summer opportunities may be added if additional needs are identified. \;
September 9\, 2026< /strong>\, 10:00am-2:30pm ET at Brownstown Central Community School Corpor ation\, Brownstown\, IN
Join Steve Bak er for our K-12 Principal Affinity Group. This group prov ides a collaborative\, position-focused community designed to provide bui lding principals with a dedicated space to connect\, share expertise\, and problem-solve. Operating as a peer-to-peer support network\, this group f ocuses on navigating the complexities of modern school leadership while he lping administrators stay ahead of shifting state mandates and educational trends.
Meetings are held monthly for one hour (typically from 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM)\, providin g a highly efficient\, high-impact touchpoint that respects the busy sched ules of building administrators. Steve will lead topic-based discus sions each month.
September 10th | 8 :30am-9:30am | Got ____ Culture?...
October 15 th | 8:30am-9:30am | Proactive Leadership…
N ovember 12th | 8:30am-9:30am | How to retain your teachers
December 10th | 8:30am-9:30am | Qualities of Good Leaders
January 14th | 8:30am-9:30am | Dealing with Diffi cult People
February 11th | 8:30am-9:30am | Le ading with influence
March 11th | 8:30am-9:30a m | How to run effective faculty meetings
Apri l 15th | 8:30am-9:30am | Leadership Through Relationships
May 13th | 8:30am-9:30am | Hiring and Interviewing - the new e ra
Conquer your hesitation and discove r the supportive potential of artificial intelligence in this encouraging\ , hands-on morning session designed specifically for beginners and relucta nt users. We will shift from a mindset of reluctance to opportunity by ex ploring safe\, ethical\, and highly practical ways generative AI can ease your workload. You will leave with a foundational understanding of differe nt platforms and actionable strategies to confidently partner with AI in y our daily educational practice.
LOCATION:2601 S 14th St\, New Castle\, IN 47362\, USA SUMMARY:You Don't Have to be afrAId: Embracing AI with Confidence END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:61a99c69-7aa7-42dc-bf1d-ef7220ce0488 DTSTART:20260910T123000 DTEND:20260910T150000 DESCRIPTION:Ready to move from theory to practice? Joi n us for a hands-on\, deeply practical session where you will master the a rt of prompt engineering and explore various AI platforms that can serve a s your ultimate teaching assistant. You will leave with immediate\, action able strategies to automate tedious tasks\, design engaging lessons\, and integrate AI partners directly into your daily routine.
LOCATION:2601 S 14th St\, New Castle\, IN 47362\, USA SUMMARY:Platforms\, Prompting\, and Partners: AI in Action END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:340f2e12-b2ea-4508-8664-b86efed06bbd DTSTART:20260915T090000 DTEND:20260915T140000 DESCRIPTION:The East Central Educational Service Center (ECESC) is proud t
o offer a year-long Mentor Teacher Training program designed to elevate me
ntor practice\, support new teacher retention\, and keep student learning
at the heart of instruction.
This program shifts traditional\, top-down
advice-giving into a collaborative model focused on evidence of student l
earning. Participants will learn actionable coaching strategies\, collecti
ve efficacy\, and prevent new teacher burnout through structured\, non-eva
luative practices.
Teachers who complete the series will qualify for th
e Teacher Appreciation Grant.
Meeting Dates:< /span>
September 15\, 2026 | 9 :00am-2:00pm | in-person
October 27\, 2026 | 3:30-4:15pm | virtual
Novembe r 17\, 2026 | 3:30-4:15pm | virtual
< strong>December 11\, 2026 | 9:00am-11:30am | in-person
January 19\, 2027 | 3:30-4:15pm | virtual
February 23\, 2027 | 3:30-4:15pm | virtual
March 16\, 2027 | 3:30-4:15pm | virtual
April 28\, 2027 | 12:00pm-2:30pm | in-person
Members: $250
Non-Members: $350
LOCATION:2601 S 14th St\, New Castle\, IN 47362\, USA SUMMARY:Student-Centered Mentor Teacher Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:4cc67ead-39ab-4b73-b3e7-04536bf29c43 DTSTART:20260916T090000 DTEND:20260916T150000 DESCRIPTION:Meet the require ments of HEA 1285 which requires schools to ensure at least one employee i n each building used for classroom instruction has obtained nonviolent cri sis intervention training\; and is present in the building during the scho ol year. Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) Training prepares your staff to prevent and de-escalate medium to high-risk behavior using both restri ctive and non-restrictive methods. This training is good for both initial certification and renewal.
ESC Members: $185
Non-Members: $235
LOCATION:2601 S 14th St\, New Castle\, IN 47362\, USA SUMMARY:Crisis Prevention Intervention Training for Refresher or Initial Ce rtification END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:f8f64f76-c326-47e2-87c8-7a2359181006 DTSTART:20260917T080000 DTEND:20260917T130000 DESCRIPTION:ECESC Technology Leaders Monthly Meetings
Connect with regional technology leaders at the ECESC L earning Center every 3rd Thursday of the month f rom 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Month ly Agendas Include:
Collaborat ive Forums
Focused Presentati ons
Indiana EdTech Meeting
Peer Networking &\; Lunch
To register\, please contact B en Burris at bburris@ea stcentralesc.com.
LOCATION:2601 S 14th St\, New Castle\, IN 47362\, USA SUMMARY:ECESC Technology Leaders Monthly Meeting END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:c5547edf-2e6e-4bbc-b49c-5739bb9a26b3 DTSTART:20260921T090000 DTEND:20260921T120000 DESCRIPTION:Digitalis Portable Planetarium: Required Refresher T raining (Half Day)
Welcome back to another exciting year of bringing the stars to your students! The East Central Educational Service Center (ECESC) is hosting required half-day refresher sessions for all ve teran teachers and staff who have previously completed the initial Digital is Planetarium ("StarLab") training.
Course Overview Designed specifically for returning facilitators\, this streamlined half -day session brings you up to speed on essential equipment updates\, refin ed care and transportation procedures\, and updated troubleshooting techni ques. Led by retired STEM educator Dave Sell\, this interactive refresher ensures you feel fully supported\, confident\, and ready to safely deploy the inflatable dome and digital projection system in your school.
What We Will Cover
Equipment &\; P olicy Updates: Review latest protocols for equipment transport\, proper dome maintenance\, and reservation processes.
New Curriculum Ideas: Fresh strategi es and lesson inspiration for using celestial projections\, constellation maps\, and accelerated planetary motions in your classroom.
Target Audience: Returning teachers and staf f who have previously completed the full-day Digitalis Planetarium trainin g.
Duration: Half Day (9:00 AM – 12:00 P M)
Cost: FREE
Digitalis Portable Planetarium: New Facilitator Trai ning (Full Day)
Unlock the universe for your students! The East Central Educational Service Center (ECESC) is excited to offer full-d ay\, hands-on training for educators and staff who wish to reserve and uti lize our portable Digitalis Planetarium units ("StarLab") for the upcoming school year.
Course Overview This comprehensive tr aining equips new users with the technical confidence\, operational skills \, and curriculum strategies needed to safely transport\, set up\, and pre sent immersive astronomy experiences. Using an inflatable polymer dome des igned for easy setup in classrooms\, auditoriums\, or gymnasiums\, you wil l learn how to operate the high-tech digital projection system. Bring cele stial concepts to life by displaying realistic night skies\, mapping const ellation outlines\, projecting global geography\, and accelerating a year ’s worth of solar\, planetary\, and lunar motions into just minutes.
What You Will Learn
Safe Transpo rt &\; Setup: Best practices for inventory management\, transp orting the equipment\, inflating the dome\, and optimizing your indoor spa ce.
System &\; Software Operation: Step -by-step guidance on running the digital projector\, navigating celestial controls\, and troubleshooting common issues.
Instr uctional Integration: Strategies for aligning planetarium softwar e features with elementary STEM and Earth science standards to create enga ging student experiences.
Care &\; Policy: Guidelines for system maintenance\, return procedures\, and ECESC rese rvation policies.
Important Notice: Atten dance and completion of this training (or an approved refresher course) is STRICTLY REQUIRED for any teacher or staff member wishin g to reserve and operate a planetarium unit.
Target Audience: Teachers\, media specialists\, and district staff new t o operating the Digitalis Planetarium.
Duration: Full Day (9:00 AM – 3:00 PM\; lunch on your own)
< strong>Cost: $150 per participant
Join us for an informative session with Steve Baker as he pr ovides the latest updates on Indiana's new accountability model. Bring a t eam of educators with you to dive into practices that ensure your district is capturing all possible points.
This in-person session will kick- off our School Accountability Model Community of Practice.
The I ndiana Student-Centered Accountability Community of Practice (CoP) is a co llaborative\, action-oriented network designed for K-12 building and distr ict administrators. Meeting bi-monthly throughout the school year\, this g roup focuses entirely on unpacking Indiana’s newly approved A–F accoun tability framework and translating its granular requirements into strategi c\, school-wide success.
Rather than treating accountability as a si ngle test score or an after-the-fact report card\, this CoP approaches the state’s redesigned roadmap as an ongoing system for continuous school i mprovement.
The transition to student-centric\, point-by-point track ing requires a fundamental shift in how districts analyze data and structu re student support. This community ensures that leaders do not have to nav igate this transition in isolation.
Participants will collaborate to :
Master the Points Metric: Understand how points are accumu lated student-by-student across proficiency\, year-over-year growth\, and foundational milestones rather than school-wide testing averages.
Audit and Align Practices: Review current district policies\, sched uling\, and resource allocation to match the state’s multi-dimensional g rading metrics.
Share High-Impact Frameworks: Exchange evid ence-based intervention plans\, data-tracking templates\, and community pa rtnership models that actively move the needle on school accountability gr ades.
Dates of continued virtual meetings:
November 19th | 8:30am-9:30am
January 28th | 8:30am-9:3 0am
March 18th | 8:30am-9:30am
May 6th | 8:3 0am-9:30am
MTSS Series\; Building the System (MTSS Overview) - Session 1
This foundational session introduces the structures behind an effe ctive MTSS framework. Participants will learn the core processes\, data de cision-making practices\, and organizational systems that drive MTSS\, inc luding how to select interventions and build schedules that support both s trong core instruction and targeted support.
September 28th 9:00-11: 30am | MTSS Overview
September 28th 12:30-3:00pm | MTSS for Behavior
October 1st 9:00-11:30am | MTSS for Elementary ELA
October 1s t 12:30-3:00pm | MTSS for MS/HS ELA
October 2nd 9:00-11:30am | MTSS for Elementary Math
October 2nd 12:30-3:00pm | MTSS for MS/HS Math
LOCATION:2601 S 14th St\, New Castle\, IN 47362\, USA SUMMARY:MTSS Series\; Overview END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:6f87ac66-08e1-40a9-beb8-dabfa69f1350 DTSTART:20260928T123000 DTEND:20260928T150000 DESCRIPTION:This session with help your team begin to build a comprehens ive framework for implementing behavioral Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) within a school or district. Grounded in a strengths-based perspect ive\, the presentation highlights how integrating data and strategic plann ing within a multi-level prevention system maximizes student success.
< p>September 28th 12:30-3:00pm | MTSS for BehaviorOctober 1st 9:00-1 1:30am | MTSS for Elementary ELA
Octobber 1st 12:30-3:00pm | MTSS fo r MS/HS ELA
October 2nd 9:00-11:30am | MTSS for Elementary Math
< p>October 2nd 12:30-3:00pm | MTSS for MS/HS Math LOCATION: SUMMARY:MTSS Series\; MTSS for Behavior END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:3afa0a59-7014-4b14-a69c-00d54e7aa0a9 DTSTART:20260929T100000 DTEND:20260929T143000 DESCRIPTION:What will be learned at a training session?
This FREE full day session will provide foundational knowledge and resources surrounding Student Data Pri vacy\, including federal guidance\, industry standards\, and resources/too ls you need to manage Data Privacy Agreements with third party vendors. Jo in the Indiana Alliance and learn how to use Registry 2.0! \;
Who should attend a training session?
This training is intended for district decision-make rs who evaluate and make decisions about student records and digital tools . This includes technology directors\, data specialists\, district adminis trators\, building administrators\, and relevant support personnel. \;
Where and when are trainings locate d?
The SDPC Alliance Co-Leaders have scheduled regional trainings that offer convenient locations for those who have fil led out the interest survey.&nb sp\; 2027 Spring/Summer opportunities may be added if additional needs are identified. \;
LOCATION:Wawasee Community School Corporation\, IN\, USA SUMMARY:ESCI Student Data Privacy Consortium (SDPC) Indiana Alliance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:b12ca0b5-a43b-4f96-835f-c601ea63d0c0 DTSTART:20260930T090000 DTEND:20260930T150000 DESCRIPTION:Spanning multiple modules\, the collection bridges neu robiology and classroom practice by exploring how childhood trauma and chr onic stress physically reshape brain architecture\, alter hormonal respons es\, and trigger survival behaviors (fight\, flight\, freeze\, or dissocia tion). Moving away from traditional\, punitive disciplinary models that of ten escalate conflict\, the curriculum introduces actionable frameworks fo r cultivating "felt safety\," emotional co-regulation\, and relational tru st. Educators will learn how to implement structured multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS)—ranging from preventive Tier 1 routines like Morning M eetings and Focused Attention Practices to intensive Tier 3 co-regulation strategies. Ultimately\, the series provides teachers and administrators w ith the practical tools\, restorative justice frameworks\, and mindset shi fts necessary to leverage neuroplasticity\, de-escalate behavioral crises\ , and foster holistic academic and emotional resilience for both students and school staff.
Members: $150 (or member credit)
Non-Members: $200
What will be learned at a training session?
This FREE full day session will provide foundational knowledge and resources surrounding Student Data Pri vacy\, including federal guidance\, industry standards\, and resources/too ls you need to manage Data Privacy Agreements with third party vendors. Jo in the Indiana Alliance and learn how to use Registry 2.0! \;
Who should attend a training session?
This training is intended for district decision-make rs who evaluate and make decisions about student records and digital tools . This includes technology directors\, data specialists\, district adminis trators\, building administrators\, and relevant support personnel. \;
Where and when are trainings locate d?
The SDPC Alliance Co-Leaders have scheduled regional trainings that offer convenient locations for those who have fil led out the interest survey.&nb sp\; 2027 Spring/Summer opportunities may be added if additional needs are identified.
REGISTRATION LINK< br>
LOCATION:Hanover Community School Corporation\, Hanover Township\, IN\, USA SUMMARY:ESCI Student Data Privacy Consortium (SDPC) Indiana Alliance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:20b1276f-6112-4cba-9a58-09079dfd5466 DTSTART:20261001T090000 DTEND:20261001T113000 DESCRIPTION:MTSS Series: MTSS for Elementary ELA (Session 3)
This session introduces K–12 teachers to using MTSS to strengthen literacy in struction and intervention. Participants will learn how strong Tier 1\, 2\ , and 3 practices\, targeted supports\, and data-driven decision making wo rk together to improve reading and writing outcomes for all students. Teac hers will leave with practical strategies they can use immediately in thei r classrooms.
October 1st 9:00-11:30am | MTSS for Elementary ELA
October 1st 12:30-3:00pm | MTSS for MS/HS ELA
October 2nd 9:00-11 :30am | MTSS for Elementary Math
October 2nd 12:30-3:00pm | MTSS for MS/HS Math
LOCATION:2601 S 14th St\, New Castle\, IN 47362\, USA SUMMARY:MTSS Series: MTSS for Elementary ELA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:6ffbee64-ebd4-4386-9ae8-adab8cf9e24d DTSTART:20261001T110000 DTEND:20261001T114500 DESCRIPTION:Yearlong AI Leadership Cohort
< em>$2\,000 for member districts / $3\,000 for nonmember districts
Includes all district AI leaders
Structure: Yearlong collaboration featuring 3 in-person workshops and 3 virtual (Zoom) collaboration sessions across the school year
Focus: AI leader ship strategy\, policy development\, ethics\, and cross-district administr ative networking
Additional Training O pportunities:
District participation i ncludes 3 seats in the aiEDU Teaching for Tomorrow Regional Networ k at no additional cost ($825 value)
Districts may add on Personalized AI Playbook Co nsulting Services from ECESC for an additional cost of $1500 (signific ant discount\, only available to members)
Tentative Dates:
Virtual \;October 1st 11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
In-Per son \;November 5th 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Virtual \;December 10th 11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. \ ;
In-Person \;January 14th 11:00 a .m. - 1:00 p.m.
Virtual \;February 4th 11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. \;
In-Person&n bsp\;March 4th 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
LOCATION:Virtual SUMMARY:Yearlong AI Leadership Cohort END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:efb6c33f-d3c1-4744-8107-00591ddd7a13 DTSTART:20261001T123000 DTEND:20261001T150000 DESCRIPTION:MTSS Series\; MTSS for MS/HS ELA (Session 4)
This sess ion introduces K–12 teachers to using MTSS to strengthen literacy instru ction and intervention. Participants will learn how strong Tier 1\, 2\, an d 3 practices\, targeted supports\, and data-driven decision making work t ogether to improve reading and writing outcomes for all students. Teachers will leave with practical strategies they can use immediately in their cl assrooms.
October 1st 9:00-11:30am | MTSS for Elementary ELA
O ctober 1st 12:30-3:00pm | MTSS for MS/HS ELA
October 2nd 9:00-11:30a m | MTSS for Elementary Math
October 2nd 12:30-3:00pm | MTSS for MS/ HS Math
LOCATION:2601 S 14th St\, New Castle\, IN 47362\, USA SUMMARY:MTSS Series\; MTSS for MS/HS ELA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:f0245cc8-3170-4c99-8f5b-35035165edd9 DTSTART:20261002T090000 DTEND:20261002T113000 DESCRIPTION:MTSS Series\; MTSS for Elementary Math (Session 5)
Unp ack the new K–2 Math Universal Screener and learn what the data reveals about early numeracy development. Discover how to use formative assessment s and ILEARN Checkpoints to identify prerequisite gaps\, plan intentional interventions\, and move learning forward.
Build a sustainable Multi -Tiered System of Support (MTSS) for secondary math. Focus on high-quality Tier 1 instruction and leverage ILEARN Checkpoints to drive targeted Tier 2 and 3 supports\, ensuring all students have equitable access to grade-l evel content.
October 2nd 9:00-11:30am | MTSS for Elementary Math
October 2nd 12:30-3:00pm | MTSS for MS/HS Math
LOCATION:2601 S 14th St\, New Castle\, IN 47362\, USA SUMMARY:MTSS Series: MTSS for Elementary Math END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:ecc55690-4851-4b84-9a24-9cfefe9d8e42 DTSTART:20261002T123000 DTEND:20261002T150000 DESCRIPTION:MTSS Series: MTSS for MS/HS Math (Session 6)
Unpack th e new K–2 Math Universal Screener and learn what the data reveals about early numeracy development. Discover how to use formative assessments and ILEARN Checkpoints to identify prerequisite gaps\, plan intentional interv entions\, and move learning forward.
Build a sustainable Multi-Tiere d System of Support (MTSS) for secondary math. Focus on high-quality Tier 1 instruction and leverage ILEARN Checkpoints to drive targeted Tier 2 and 3 supports\, ensuring all students have equitable access to grade-level c ontent.
October 2nd 9:00-11:30am | MTSS for Elementary Math
Oc tober 2nd 12:30-3:00pm | MTSS for MS/HS Math
LOCATION:2601 S 14th St\, New Castle\, IN 47362\, USA SUMMARY:MTSS Series: MTSS for MS/HS Math END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:76e89f86-82be-4ba9-904f-8e4852b6aeae DTSTART:20261013T113000 DTEND:20261013T123000 DESCRIPTION:The School Media Specialist Affinity Group is a monthly virtual space designed exclusively for school librarian s\, media specialists\, and information literacy educators. In today’s r apidly evolving educational landscape\, your role spans far beyond managin g a physical collection—you are digital curators\, technology integrator s\, literacy champions\, and safe-haven creators.
Becau se media specialists often operate as a "department of one" within their b uildings\, this group provides a much-needed regional community to connect \, share the load\, swap fresh ideas\, and recharge with peers who truly u nderstand the unique rewards and challenges of the modern school library.< /span>
LOCATION:Virtual SUMMARY:Media Specialists Affinity Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:758eec29-dac1-43ab-9460-4677f21e1549 DTSTART:20261013T153000 DTEND:20261013T163000 DESCRIPTION:The East Central Indiana (ECI) STEM Ecosystem< /strong> is a monthly virtual affinity group dedicated to bridging the gap between K-12 classrooms and local industries. We bring together K-12 educ ators\, higher education partners\, workforce development leaders\, and em ployers from across East Central Indiana to collaborate\, share resources\ , and scale meaningful science\, technology\, engineering\, and math initi atives.
Our mission is simple: to cultivate a robust pi peline of talent right here in our region by embedding career-connected le arning into the foundational years of education.
LOCATION:Virtual SUMMARY:STEM Ecosystem Affinity Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:f6893682-0d2f-420f-a490-7b802eef1373 DTSTART:20261014T080000 DTEND:20261014T090000 DESCRIPTION:Designed for K–12 educators\, leade rs\, and district teams\, this comprehensive professional learning series provides the foundational structures\, strategic tools\, and practical sys tems needed to build and sustain a highly effective\, strengths-based Mult i-Tiered System of Support (MTSS). Across this series\, participants will explore how integrating data-driven decision-making\, strategic scheduling \, and targeted interventions maximizes student success across academic an d behavioral domains.
October 14th: Overview of MTS S 9:00-11:00am | Behavior MTSS 12:00-3:00pm
October 15th: ELA MTSS Elementary 9:00-11:00 | MS/HS ELA MTSS 12:00-3:00pm
October 22nd: Math MTSS Elementary 9:00-11:00am | MS/HS M ath MTSS 12:00-3:00pm
Bring your team and save!
Individual for all six sessions = $400 (M) / $600 (NM)
Teams of 2-4 = $1500 (M) / $2000 (NM)
Teams of 5+ = $2200 (M) / $ 2800 (NM)
LOCATION:Shelbyville Central Admin Office\; 1121 IN-44\, Shelbyville\, IN 4 6176 SUMMARY:MTSS Series in Shelbyville! END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:71d37c93-7431-480e-b75e-89d6ea571610 DTSTART:20261015T080000 DTEND:20261015T130000 DESCRIPTION:ECESC Technology Leaders Monthly Meetings
Connect with regional technology leaders at the ECESC L earning Center every 3rd Thursday of the month f rom 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Month ly Agendas Include:
Collaborat ive Forums
Focused Presentati ons
Indiana EdTech Meeting
Peer Networking &\; Lunch
To register\, please contact B en Burris at bburris@ea stcentralesc.com.
LOCATION:2601 S 14th St\, New Castle\, IN 47362\, USA SUMMARY:ECESC Technology Leaders Monthly Meeting END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:1b8a19d9-9603-4ec2-a761-9514cf48ee82 DTSTART:20261015T083000 DTEND:20261015T093000 DESCRIPTION:Join Steve Baker for our K-12 Principal Affinity Group. This group provides a collaborative\, position-focused community designed to provide building principals with a dedicated space to connect\, share expertise\, and probl em-solve. Operating as a peer-to-peer support network\, this group focuses on navigating the complexities of modern school leadership while helping administrators stay ahead of shifting state mandates and educational trend s.
Meetings are held monthly for one hour (typicall y from 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM)\, providing a highly efficien t\, high-impact touchpoint that respects the busy schedules of building ad ministrators. Steve will lead topic-based discussions each month.
September 10th | 8:30am-9:30am | Got ____ Culture? ...
October 15th | 8:30am-9:30am | Proactive Leadership…< /p>
November 12th | 8:30am-9:30am | How to retain your teachers
December 10th | 8:30am-9:30am | Qualities of Good Leaders< /p>
January 14th | 8:30am-9:30am | Dealing with Difficult Peopl e
February 11th | 8:30am-9:30am | Leading with influence
March 11th | 8:30am-9:30am | How to run effective faculty mee tings
April 15th | 8:30am-9:30am | Leadership Through Relat ionships
May 13th | 8:30am-9:30am | Hiring and Interviewing - the new era
Designed for K–12 educators\, leade rs\, and district teams\, this comprehensive professional learning series provides the foundational structures\, strategic tools\, and practical sys tems needed to build and sustain a highly effective\, strengths-based Mult i-Tiered System of Support (MTSS). Across this series\, participants will explore how integrating data-driven decision-making\, strategic scheduling \, and targeted interventions maximizes student success across academic an d behavioral domains.
October 14th: Overview of MTS S 9:00-11:00am | Behavior MTSS 12:00-3:00pm
October 15th: ELA MTSS Elementary 9:00-11:00 | MS/HS ELA MTSS 12:00-3:00pm
October 22nd: Math MTSS Elementary 9:00-11:00am | MS/HS M ath MTSS 12:00-3:00pm
Bring your team and save!
Individual for all six sessions = $400 (M) / $600 (NM)
Teams of 2 -4 = $1500 (M) / $2000 (NM)
Teams of 5+ = $2200 (M) / $2800 (NM)
LOCATION:Shelbyville Central Administration Building\, 1121 IN-44 Shelbyvil le\, IN 46176 SUMMARY:MTSS Series in Shelbyville END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:6b1a4ce1-b1c3-46ae-aee8-6caac485b11b DTSTART:20261016T080000 DTEND:20261016T160000 DESCRIPTION:DESCRIPTION
Law Enforcement and Schoo l Officials must know how to proactively respond to threats of school viol ence on-line. Especially when there is on-line leakage threatening student s and school personnel. Being trained to identify the perpetrator immediat ely provides Law Enforcement and School Officials the ability to act quick ly and effectively to reduce the threat of school shootings and other form s of violence. The goal of this training is to give the student the mental health assistance they need BEFORE the shooting starts.
LOCATION:2601 S 14th St\, New Castle\, IN 47362\, USA SUMMARY:ISSSA Advanced Training Regional - New Castle Digital Threat Assess ment END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:4df28ba3-971a-400e-afef-c1d4d9db0ecc DTSTART:20261020T090000 DTEND:20261020T100000 DESCRIPTION:As middle and high school counselors\, you navigate a unique landscape every day—balancing academic tracking\, crisis intervention\, and the ever-evolving world of teenage social-emotional growth. You don't have to do it in a silo.
Join us for our Monthly Affinity G roup\, a dedicated space created by secondary counselors \, for secondary counselors. This isn't another lecture or passiv e professional development day\; it’s an interactive\, collaborative rou ndtable where we come together to solve real-time challenges\, share high- impact resources\, and lift each other up.
\;Come for the colla boration\, stay for the community. Let’s connect\, recharge\, and elevat e our practice together. \; \;
LOCATION:virtual SUMMARY:Counselor Affinity Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:bfbb19b7-e82b-46ba-b487-07901c83440a DTSTART:20261020T163000 DTEND:20261020T173000 DESCRIPTION:Early chil dhood education is a rapidly evolving field\, and preschool educators face unique daily joys and challenges. The Pre-K Virtual Affinity Group is a d edicated monthly professional learning network designed for preschool teac hers\, coordinators\, and early childhood professionals to come together\, stay informed\, and thrive. Each month\, we will break down emerging rese arch\, share innovative lesson ideas/sensory hacks\, and actively brainsto rm practical solutions to your current "classroom puzzles" alongside a sup portive community.
LOCATION:virtual SUMMARY:Preschool Affinity Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:bcf38bec-b5ad-49f9-ae13-56f6de9b91ee DTSTART:20261022T090000 DTEND:20261022T120000 DESCRIPTION:The Working Genius framework is a simple\, practical model that helps individuals and teams understand how work gets done by i dentifying natural strengths and contributions. Join this introductory ses sion to gain actionable tools to better understand your team\, unlock stre ngths\, reduce friction\, and lead with greater clarity\, trust\, and alig nment. This session is meant for leadership teams of 3 or more. During thi s session\, you will: 1) Identify your own areas of “genius” and “fr ustration” and their impact on your leadership 2) Map the “geniuses” across your leadership team to uncover collective strengths and potential gaps 3) Apply these insights to improve team meetings and inform more str ategic hiring decisions
$200 per team plus the cost of Working Genius Assessments ($25 each) member / nonmember \;$275 per team
LOCATION:2601 S 14th St\, New Castle\, IN 47362\, USA SUMMARY:Intro to the Six Types of Working Genius END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:aa463647-99b7-4a1b-ad5a-5c608a9b0af7 DTSTART:20261022T090000 DTEND:20261022T150000 DESCRIPTION:Designed for K–12 educators\, leade rs\, and district teams\, this comprehensive professional learning series provides the foundational structures\, strategic tools\, and practical sys tems needed to build and sustain a highly effective\, strengths-based Mult i-Tiered System of Support (MTSS). Across this series\, participants will explore how integrating data-driven decision-making\, strategic scheduling \, and targeted interventions maximizes student success across academic an d behavioral domains.
October 14th: Overview of MTS S 9:00-11:00am | Behavior MTSS 12:00-3:00pm
October 15th: ELA MTSS Elementary 9:00-11:00 | MS/HS ELA MTSS 12:00-3:00pm
October 22nd: Math MTSS Elementary 9:00-11:00am | MS/HS M ath MTSS 12:00-3:00pm
Bring your team and save!
Individual for all six sessions = $400 (M) / $600 (NM)
Teams of 2 -4 = $1500 (M) / $2000 (NM)
Teams of 5+ = $2200 (M) / $2800 (NM)
LOCATION:Shelbyville Central Administration Building\, 1121 IN-44\, Shelbyv ille\, IN 46176 SUMMARY:MTSS Series in Shelbyville END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:f6373db2-40f0-44bc-9fc5-153aa5190ce6 DTSTART:20261026T100000 DTEND:20261026T143000 DESCRIPTION:What will be learned at a training session?
This FREE full day session will provide foundational knowledge and resources surrounding Student Data Pri vacy\, including federal guidance\, industry standards\, and resources/too ls you need to manage Data Privacy Agreements with third party vendors. Jo in the Indiana Alliance and learn how to use Registry 2.0! \;
Who should attend a training session?
This training is intended for district decision-make rs who evaluate and make decisions about student records and digital tools . This includes technology directors\, data specialists\, district adminis trators\, building administrators\, and relevant support personnel. \;
Where and when are trainings locate d?
The SDPC Alliance Co-Leaders have scheduled regional trainings that offer convenient locations for those who have fil led out the interest survey.&nb sp\; 2027 Spring/Summer opportunities may be added if additional needs are identified.
REGISTRATION LINK< br>
LOCATION:Jasper Middle School\, Jasper\, IN SUMMARY:ESCI Student Data Privacy Consortium (SDPC) Indiana Alliance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:54a1d741-898c-4a32-8f34-019d1848a6ab DTSTART:20261027T110000 DTEND:20261027T130000 DESCRIPTION:aiEDU Teaching for Tomorrow Regional Network
$275 for members / $350 for non-members
< p>For individual AI leadersDelivery: Mostly asynchronous learning combined with synchronous connection points (2 virt ual Zoom sessions and 1 in-person working session).
Time Commitment: Estimated 4-8 hours of asynchronou s work across the 4 week course
Focus: Practical implementation\, direct application\, and blended prof essional learning for educators and administrators.
Course Span: September 28 - October 30
In Person: Octobe r 27th 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
LOCATION:2601 S 14th St\, New Castle\, IN 47362\, USA SUMMARY:aiEDU: Teaching for Tomorrow AI Course (In-Person Session) END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:69294ecc-3ed9-41f3-9f5b-b95634cebca4 DTSTART:20261028T003000 DTEND:20261028T150000 DESCRIPTION:ECESC ON THE ROAD\, IN SHELBYVILLE!
Ready
to move from theory to practice? Join us on September 10 from 12:30–3:0
0 PM for a hands-on\, deeply practical session where you will master the a
rt of prompt engineering and explore various AI platforms that can serve a
s your ultimate teaching assistant. You will leave with immediate\, action
able strategies to automate tedious tasks\, design engaging lessons\, and
integrate AI partners directly into your daily routine
Registration Note: Participants are welcome to register for eith er individual session or join us for both workshops to get the full day ex perience. (AM session requires separate registration.) Please note that lu nch is not provided for full-day attendees
Memb ers: $75 for AM session only or $150 for both AM &\; PM (This workshop is eligible for member credit usage)
N on-Members: $100 for AM session only or $200 for both AM &\; P M
LOCATION:Shelbyville Central Administration Building\, 1121 IN-44\, Shelbyv ille\, IN 46176 SUMMARY:Platforms\, Prompting\, and Partners: AI in Action (Shelbyville) END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:099076bd-6cf9-4293-a36f-504530b78e11 DTSTART:20261028T090000 DTEND:20261028T110000 DESCRIPTION:Conquer your hesitation and discover the supportive potentia l of artificial intelligence in this encouraging\, hands-on morning sessio n designed specifically for beginners and reluctant users. On September 10 from 9:00–11:00 AM\, we will shift from a mindset of reluctance to oppo rtunity by exploring safe\, ethical\, and highly practical ways generative AI can ease your workload. You will leave with a foundational understandi ng of different platforms and actionable strategies to confidently partner with AI in your daily educational practice.
\;Re gistration Note: Participants are welcome to register for either individual session or join us for both workshops to get the full day exper ience. (PM session requires separate registration.) Please note that lunch is not provided for full-day attendees
Members : $75 for AM session only or $150 for both AM &\; PM (This wor kshop is eligible for member credit usage)
Non- Members: $100 for AM session only or $200 for both AM &\; PM
LOCATION:Shelbyville Central Administration Building\, 1121 IN-44\, Shelbyv ille\, IN 46176 SUMMARY:You Don't Have to be afrAId: Embracing AI with Confidence (Shelbyvi lle) END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:8e3cf6e2-cf32-44f4-aa87-6c704054f111 DTSTART:20261029T090000 DTEND:20261029T140000 DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about how students can engage in career con nected learning by learning more about themselves. Presenters will provide an introduction to the RIASEC framework for self-discovery and share insi ghts into its connection to careers and future planning. Participants will see the Forge Your Future student experience in action and walk away with an understanding of their personal RIASEC themes as well as ideas for inc orporating these themes into student learning. (Lunch on your own)
< a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://lp.cons tantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/47zpc9a" relative-link="">Register Here
LOCATION:2601 S 14th St\, New Castle\, IN 47362\, USA SUMMARY:Forge Your Future Secondary Educator Experience END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:30602dc3-ddf9-4643-80eb-55848cc6d39c DTSTART:20261104T153000 DTEND:20261104T163000 DESCRIPTION:This Community of Practice will meet bi-monthly on the first Wednesday of the month beginning in September. (November\, January\, Marc h\, and May) A variety of strategies will be shared over the course of the year and there will be a time for sharing and Q/A during each session. Jo in this group and hear how others are supporting difficult behaviors in th eir buildings and classrooms.
Audience: Administrators\, counselors\ , classroom teachers\, and special education teachers.
LOCATION:Virtual SUMMARY:Student Behavior Community of Practice END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:ce7b9f02-c7b8-4710-a836-1af98c05a6bc DTSTART:20261110T090000 DTEND:20261110T100000 DESCRIPTION:As middle and high school counselors\, you navigate a unique landscape every day—balancing academic tracking\, crisis intervention\, and the ever-evolving world of teenage social-emotional growth. You don't have to do it in a silo.
Join us for our Monthly Affinity G roup\, a dedicated space created by secondary counselors \, for secondary counselors. This isn't another lecture or passiv e professional development day\; it’s an interactive\, collaborative rou ndtable where we come together to solve real-time challenges\, share high- impact resources\, and lift each other up.
\;Come for the colla boration\, stay for the community. Let’s connect\, recharge\, and elevat e our practice together. \; \;
LOCATION:Virtual SUMMARY:Counselor Affinity Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:2c735e74-7bab-4180-a673-30f8a1fc0004 DTSTART:20261110T090000 DTEND:20261110T140000 DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about how students can engage in care er connected learning by learning more about themselves. Presenters will p rovide an introduction to the RIASEC framework for self-discovery and shar e insights into its connection to careers and future planning. Participant s will see the Forge Your Future student experience in action and walk awa y with an understanding of their personal RIASEC themes as well as ideas f or incorporating these themes into student learning. (Lunch on your own)
LOCATION:2601 S 14th St\, New Castle\, IN 47362\, USA SUMMARY:Forge Your Future Elementary Educator Experience END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:3407e657-33dc-463d-9eca-39212d75e99d DTSTART:20261110T113000 DTEND:20261110T123000 DESCRIPTION:The School Media Specialist Affinity Group is a monthly virtual space designed exclusively for school librarian s\, media specialists\, and information literacy educators. In today’s r apidly evolving educational landscape\, your role spans far beyond managin g a physical collection—you are digital curators\, technology integrator s\, literacy champions\, and safe-haven creators.
Becau se media specialists often operate as a "department of one" within their b uildings\, this group provides a much-needed regional community to connect \, share the load\, swap fresh ideas\, and recharge with peers who truly u nderstand the unique rewards and challenges of the modern school library.< /span>
LOCATION:Virtual SUMMARY:Media Specialist Affinity Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:47e1b949-e6fa-4408-8ad2-6d4133f90918 DTSTART:20261110T153000 DTEND:20261110T163000 DESCRIPTION:The East Central Indiana (ECI) STEM Ecosystem< /strong> is a monthly virtual affinity group dedicated to bridging the gap between K-12 classrooms and local industries. We bring together K-12 educ ators\, higher education partners\, workforce development leaders\, and em ployers from across East Central Indiana to collaborate\, share resources\ , and scale meaningful science\, technology\, engineering\, and math initi atives.
Our mission is simple: to cultivate a robust pi peline of talent right here in our region by embedding career-connected le arning into the foundational years of education.
LOCATION:Virtual SUMMARY:STEM Ecosystem Affinity Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:17921aef-6168-4ccf-8b1c-04103f5b0dc8 DTSTART:20261111T090000 DTEND:20261111T150000 DESCRIPTION:This session moves beyond theoretical frameworks to pr ovide a practical\, research-based blueprint for a three-tiered behavioral prevention model. Participants will learn to shift from a reactive mindse t to a proactive\, nervous system-centered approach that views student beh avior through a strengths-based\, trauma-informed lens. The ultimate goal is to ensure every student feels regulated\, related\, and ready to learn.
Audience: School Administrators\, Gen
eral Education Teachers\, Special Education Teachers\, Behavior Specialist
s\, and MTSS Coordinators.
Members: $150 (or member credi t)
Non-Members: $200
LOCATION:2601 S 14th St\, New Castle\, IN 47362\, USA SUMMARY:Designing the Safety Net: A Comprehensive Guide to MTSS for Resilie nt Students & Schools END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:3dd22166-bcf8-406d-8db8-cf5136b432b1 DTSTART:20261112T083000 DTEND:20261112T093000 DESCRIPTION:Join Steve Baker for our K-12 Principal Affinity Group. This group provides a collaborative\, position-focused community designed to provide building principals with a dedicated space to connect\, share expertise\, and probl em-solve. Operating as a peer-to-peer support network\, this group focuses on navigating the complexities of modern school leadership while helping administrators stay ahead of shifting state mandates and educational trend s.
Meetings are held monthly for one hour (typicall y from 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM)\, providing a highly efficien t\, high-impact touchpoint that respects the busy schedules of building ad ministrators. Steve will lead topic-based discussions each month.
September 10th | 8:30am-9:30am | Got ____ Culture? ...
October 15th | 8:30am-9:30am | Proactive Leadership…< /p>
November 12th | 8:30am-9:30am | How to retain your teachers
December 10th | 8:30am-9:30am | Qualities of Good Leaders< /p>
January 14th | 8:30am-9:30am | Dealing with Difficult Peopl e
February 11th | 8:30am-9:30am | Leading with influence
March 11th | 8:30am-9:30am | How to run effective faculty mee tings
April 15th | 8:30am-9:30am | Leadership Through Relat ionships
May 13th | 8:30am-9:30am | Hiring and Interviewing - the new era
Join us for a statewide virtual conference focused on improving student writing outcomes across grades K-8.
Grounded in the Science of Writing an d evidence-based practices\, this experience provides practical strategies educators can implement immediately across all content areas.
Choos e your best fit: Join us for a half day or the full day!
LOCATION:Virtual- Zoom link will be sent to registrants closer to the event . SUMMARY:Writing with Impact END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:c670d5d5-d228-49ed-b8a3-3d4eb85d7863 DTSTART:20261119T080000 DTEND:20261119T130000 DESCRIPTION:ECESC Technology Leaders Monthly Meetings
Connect with regional technology leaders at the ECESC L earning Center every 3rd Thursday of the month f rom 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Month ly Agendas Include:
Collaborat ive Forums
Focused Presentati ons
Indiana EdTech Meeting
Peer Networking &\; Lunch
To register\, please contact B en Burris at bburris@ea stcentralesc.com.
LOCATION:2601 S 14th St\, New Castle\, IN 47362\, USA SUMMARY:ECESC Technology Leaders Montly Meeting END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:faf280f5-4f4f-494d-8429-ceefe7d34ead DTSTART:20261119T083000 DTEND:20261119T093000 DESCRIPTION:The Indiana Student-Centered Accountability Community of Practice (CoP) is a collaborative\, action-oriented network designed for K-12 building and district administrators. Meeting bi-monthly throughout t he school year\, this group focuses entirely on unpacking Indiana’s newl y approved A–F accountability framework and translating its granular req uirements into strategic\, school-wide success.
Rather than treating accountability as a single test score or an after-the-fact report card\, this CoP approaches the state’s redesigned roadmap as an ongoing system for continuous school improvement.
The transition to student-centric \, point-by-point tracking requires a fundamental shift in how districts a nalyze data and structure student support. This community ensures that lea ders do not have to navigate this transition in isolation.
Participa nts will collaborate to:
Master the Points Metric: Understan d how points are accumulated student-by-student across proficiency\, year- over-year growth\, and foundational milestones rather than school-wide tes ting averages.
Audit and Align Practices: Review current di strict policies\, scheduling\, and resource allocation to match the state ’s multi-dimensional grading metrics.
Share High-Impact F rameworks: Exchange evidence-based intervention plans\, data-tracking temp lates\, and community partnership models that actively move the needle on school accountability grades.
January 28th | 8:30am-9:30am
March 18th | 8:30am-9 :30am
May 6th | 8:30am-9:30am
Teamwork is one of the most powerful — and most challengi ng — elements of organizational success. When leadership teams unite aro und a shared purpose\, build trust\, and operate with clarity and discipli ne\, they move faster\, reduce confusion\, and achieve extraordinary resul ts. Join us for a special luncheon introducing ECESC’s Developing Dynami c Teams: Leadership Team Development service offerings. Facilitated by Pat Haney and Lindsey Lovern (Certified 6 Types of Working Genius Facilitator )\, this session will provide an overview of ECESC’s structured\, resear ch-informed approach to strengthening leadership teams across districts.
Lunch will be provided.
This is a FRE E event.
LOCATION:2601 S 14th St\, New Castle\, IN 47362\, USA SUMMARY:Developing Dynamic Teams Luncheon END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:d85ea924-89f2-4a8f-b167-e3e6a69b8264 DTSTART:20261208T090000 DTEND:20261208T100000 DESCRIPTION:As middle and high school counselors\, you navigate a unique landscape every day—balancing academic tracking\, crisis intervention\, and the ever-evolving world of teenage social-emotional growth. You don't have to do it in a silo.
Join us for our Monthly Affinity G roup\, a dedicated space created by secondary counselors \, for secondary counselors. This isn't another lecture or passiv e professional development day\; it’s an interactive\, collaborative rou ndtable where we come together to solve real-time challenges\, share high- impact resources\, and lift each other up.
\;Come for the colla boration\, stay for the community. Let’s connect\, recharge\, and elevat e our practice together. \; \;
LOCATION:Virtual SUMMARY:Counselor Affinity Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:86ae49d2-d203-43cd-b2c4-f1ef4e15bd4e DTSTART:20261208T090000 DTEND:20261208T120000 DESCRIPTION:Digitalis Portable Planetarium: Required Refresher T raining (Half Day)
Welcome back to another exciting year of bringing the stars to your students! The East Central Educational Service Center (ECESC) is hosting required half-day refresher sessions for all ve teran teachers and staff who have previously completed the initial Digital is Planetarium ("StarLab") training.
Course Overview Designed specifically for returning facilitators\, this streamlined half -day session brings you up to speed on essential equipment updates\, refin ed care and transportation procedures\, and updated troubleshooting techni ques. Led by retired STEM educator Dave Sell\, this interactive refresher ensures you feel fully supported\, confident\, and ready to safely deploy the inflatable dome and digital projection system in your school.
What We Will Cover
Equipment &\; P olicy Updates: Review latest protocols for equipment transport\, proper dome maintenance\, and reservation processes.
New Curriculum Ideas: Fresh strategi es and lesson inspiration for using celestial projections\, constellation maps\, and accelerated planetary motions in your classroom.
Target Audience: Returning teachers and staf f who have previously completed the full-day Digitalis Planetarium trainin g.
Duration: Half Day (9:00 AM – 12:00 P M)
Cost: FREE
The School Media Specialist Affinity Group is a monthly virtual space designed exclusively for school librarian s\, media specialists\, and information literacy educators. In today’s r apidly evolving educational landscape\, your role spans far beyond managin g a physical collection—you are digital curators\, technology integrator s\, literacy champions\, and safe-haven creators.
Becau se media specialists often operate as a "department of one" within their b uildings\, this group provides a much-needed regional community to connect \, share the load\, swap fresh ideas\, and recharge with peers who truly u nderstand the unique rewards and challenges of the modern school library.< /span>
LOCATION:Virtual SUMMARY:Media Specialists Affinity Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:140a4e89-7afb-41af-b493-68a935e344c0 DTSTART:20261208T153000 DTEND:20261208T163000 DESCRIPTION:The East Central Indiana (ECI) STEM Ecosystem< /strong> is a monthly virtual affinity group dedicated to bridging the gap between K-12 classrooms and local industries. We bring together K-12 educ ators\, higher education partners\, workforce development leaders\, and em ployers from across East Central Indiana to collaborate\, share resources\ , and scale meaningful science\, technology\, engineering\, and math initi atives.
Our mission is simple: to cultivate a robust pi peline of talent right here in our region by embedding career-connected le arning into the foundational years of education.
LOCATION:Virtual SUMMARY:STEM Ecosystem Affinity Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:0c77c3a6-1e6f-4947-bd9f-1cab0adab4ee DTSTART:20261209T090000 DTEND:20261209T113000 DESCRIPTION:2026–
2027 Assessment &\; Data Workshop
Join us for our ILEARN Checkpo
int Data Dive session from 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM! We will kick off with a m
ain session covering key updates for the 2026–2027 school year\, followe
d by targeted Math and ELA breakout sessions.
What to Expec
t:
Overview of 2026–2027 school year updates
Review of ne
w ILEARN Checkpoint data reports and systems
Guidance on updated resour
ces to effectively respond to school data
Members: $75
Non-Mem
bers: $150
Register today to prepare your
team for success in the upcoming school year!
Join Steve Baker for our K-12 Principal Affinity Group. This group provides a collaborative\, position-focused community designed to provide building principals with a dedicated space to connect\, share expertise\, and probl em-solve. Operating as a peer-to-peer support network\, this group focuses on navigating the complexities of modern school leadership while helping administrators stay ahead of shifting state mandates and educational trend s.
Meetings are held monthly for one hour (typicall y from 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM)\, providing a highly efficien t\, high-impact touchpoint that respects the busy schedules of building ad ministrators. Steve will lead topic-based discussions each month.
September 10th | 8:30am-9:30am | Got ____ Culture? ...
October 15th | 8:30am-9:30am | Proactive Leadership…< /p>
November 12th | 8:30am-9:30am | How to retain your teachers
December 10th | 8:30am-9:30am | Qualities of Good Leaders< /p>
January 14th | 8:30am-9:30am | Dealing with Difficult Peopl e
February 11th | 8:30am-9:30am | Leading with influence
March 11th | 8:30am-9:30am | How to run effective faculty mee tings
April 15th | 8:30am-9:30am | Leadership Through Relat ionships
May 13th | 8:30am-9:30am | Hiring and Interviewing - the new era
Early chil dhood education is a rapidly evolving field\, and preschool educators face unique daily joys and challenges. The Pre-K Virtual Affinity Group is a d edicated monthly professional learning network designed for preschool teac hers\, coordinators\, and early childhood professionals to come together\, stay informed\, and thrive. Each month\, we will break down emerging rese arch\, share innovative lesson ideas/sensory hacks\, and actively brainsto rm practical solutions to your current "classroom puzzles" alongside a sup portive community.
LOCATION:virtual SUMMARY:Preschool Affinity Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:cfb42461-7bbe-4c77-951e-9947a449a8c4 DTSTART:20261217T080000 DTEND:20261217T130000 DESCRIPTION:ECESC Technology Leaders Monthly Meetings
Connect with regional technology leaders at the ECESC L earning Center every 3rd Thursday of the month f rom 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Month ly Agendas Include:
Collaborat ive Forums
Focused Presentati ons
Indiana EdTech Meeting
Peer Networking &\; Lunch
To register\, please contact B en Burris at bburris@ea stcentralesc.com.
LOCATION: SUMMARY:ECESC Technology Leaders Monthly Meeting END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:d796a392-6923-4804-af6a-485b12047634 DTSTART:20270106T153000 DTEND:20270106T163000 DESCRIPTION:This Community of Practice will meet bi-monthly on the first Wednesday of the month beginning in September. (November\, January\, Marc h\, and May) A variety of strategies will be shared over the course of the year and there will be a time for sharing and Q/A during each session. Jo in this group and hear how others are supporting difficult behaviors in th eir buildings and classrooms.
Audience: Administrators\, counselors\ , classroom teachers\, and special education teachers.
LOCATION:Virtual SUMMARY:Student Behavior Community of Practice END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:a552e85b-a37e-419e-961f-43a90633801e DTSTART:20270112T090000 DTEND:20270112T100000 DESCRIPTION:As middle and high school counselors\, you navigate a unique landscape every day—balancing academic tracking\, crisis intervention\, and the ever-evolving world of teenage social-emotional growth. You don't have to do it in a silo.
Join us for our Monthly Affinity G roup\, a dedicated space created by secondary counselors \, for secondary counselors. This isn't another lecture or passiv e professional development day\; it’s an interactive\, collaborative rou ndtable where we come together to solve real-time challenges\, share high- impact resources\, and lift each other up.
\;Come for the colla boration\, stay for the community. Let’s connect\, recharge\, and elevat e our practice together. \; \;
LOCATION:Virtual SUMMARY:Counselor Affinity Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:7e52c84f-1e1f-48be-b584-bc853b7e5e84 DTSTART:20270112T113000 DTEND:20270112T123000 DESCRIPTION:The School Media Specialist Affinity Group is a monthly virtual space designed exclusively for school librarian s\, media specialists\, and information literacy educators. In today’s r apidly evolving educational landscape\, your role spans far beyond managin g a physical collection—you are digital curators\, technology integrator s\, literacy champions\, and safe-haven creators.
Becau se media specialists often operate as a "department of one" within their b uildings\, this group provides a much-needed regional community to connect \, share the load\, swap fresh ideas\, and recharge with peers who truly u nderstand the unique rewards and challenges of the modern school library.< /span>
LOCATION:Virtual SUMMARY:Media Specialists Affinity Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:9318f996-4790-479e-bcdb-60aa44a5a035 DTSTART:20270112T153000 DTEND:20270112T163000 DESCRIPTION:The East Central Indiana (ECI) STEM Ecosystem< /strong> is a monthly virtual affinity group dedicated to bridging the gap between K-12 classrooms and local industries. We bring together K-12 educ ators\, higher education partners\, workforce development leaders\, and em ployers from across East Central Indiana to collaborate\, share resources\ , and scale meaningful science\, technology\, engineering\, and math initi atives.
Our mission is simple: to cultivate a robust pi peline of talent right here in our region by embedding career-connected le arning into the foundational years of education.
LOCATION:Virtual SUMMARY:STEM Ecosystem Affinity Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:4119c0a7-3520-417a-8c9e-ecf862be65f7 DTSTART:20270114T083000 DTEND:20270114T093000 DESCRIPTION:Join Steve Baker for our K-12 Principal Affinity Group. This group provides a collaborative\, position-focused community designed to provide building principals with a dedicated space to connect\, share expertise\, and probl em-solve. Operating as a peer-to-peer support network\, this group focuses on navigating the complexities of modern school leadership while helping administrators stay ahead of shifting state mandates and educational trend s.
Meetings are held monthly for one hour (typicall y from 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM)\, providing a highly efficien t\, high-impact touchpoint that respects the busy schedules of building ad ministrators. Steve will lead topic-based discussions each month.
September 10th | 8:30am-9:30am | Got ____ Culture? ...
October 15th | 8:30am-9:30am | Proactive Leadership…< /p>
November 12th | 8:30am-9:30am | How to retain your teachers
December 10th | 8:30am-9:30am | Qualities of Good Leaders< /p>
January 14th | 8:30am-9:30am | Dealing with Difficult Peopl e
February 11th | 8:30am-9:30am | Leading with influence
March 11th | 8:30am-9:30am | How to run effective faculty mee tings
April 15th | 8:30am-9:30am | Leadership Through Relat ionships
May 13th | 8:30am-9:30am | Hiring and Interviewing - the new era
Early chil dhood education is a rapidly evolving field\, and preschool educators face unique daily joys and challenges. The Pre-K Virtual Affinity Group is a d edicated monthly professional learning network designed for preschool teac hers\, coordinators\, and early childhood professionals to come together\, stay informed\, and thrive. Each month\, we will break down emerging rese arch\, share innovative lesson ideas/sensory hacks\, and actively brainsto rm practical solutions to your current "classroom puzzles" alongside a sup portive community.
LOCATION:virtual SUMMARY:Preschool Affinity Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:c9262165-1146-4a8f-8515-5b3477da06b6 DTSTART:20270121T080000 DTEND:20270121T130000 DESCRIPTION:ECESC Technology Leaders Monthly Meetings
Connect with regional technology leaders at the ECESC L earning Center every 3rd Thursday of the month f rom 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Month ly Agendas Include:
Collaborat ive Forums
Focused Presentati ons
Indiana EdTech Meeting
Peer Networking &\; Lunch
To register\, please contact B en Burris at bburris@ea stcentralesc.com.
LOCATION:2601 S 14th St\, New Castle\, IN 47362\, USA SUMMARY:ECESC Technology Leaders Monthly Meeting END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:5caedf82-e817-4b96-a3ed-638d7fe405ce DTSTART:20270128T083000 DTEND:20270128T093000 DESCRIPTION:The Indiana Student-Centered Accountability Community of Practice (CoP) is a collaborative\, action-oriented network designed for K-12 building and district administrators. Meeting bi-monthly throughout t he school year\, this group focuses entirely on unpacking Indiana’s newl y approved A–F accountability framework and translating its granular req uirements into strategic\, school-wide success.
Rather than treating accountability as a single test score or an after-the-fact report card\, this CoP approaches the state’s redesigned roadmap as an ongoing system for continuous school improvement.
The transition to student-centric \, point-by-point tracking requires a fundamental shift in how districts a nalyze data and structure student support. This community ensures that lea ders do not have to navigate this transition in isolation.
Participa nts will collaborate to:
Master the Points Metric: Understan d how points are accumulated student-by-student across proficiency\, year- over-year growth\, and foundational milestones rather than school-wide tes ting averages.
Audit and Align Practices: Review current di strict policies\, scheduling\, and resource allocation to match the state ’s multi-dimensional grading metrics.
Share High-Impact F rameworks: Exchange evidence-based intervention plans\, data-tracking temp lates\, and community partnership models that actively move the needle on school accountability grades.
March 18th | 8:30am-9:30am
May 6th | 8:30am-9:30am
As middle and high school counselors\, you navigate a unique landscape every day—balancing academic tracking\, crisis intervention\, and the ever-evolving world of teenage social-emotional growth. You don't have to do it in a silo.
Join us for our Monthly Affinity G roup\, a dedicated space created by secondary counselors \, for secondary counselors. This isn't another lecture or passiv e professional development day\; it’s an interactive\, collaborative rou ndtable where we come together to solve real-time challenges\, share high- impact resources\, and lift each other up.
\;Come for the colla boration\, stay for the community. Let’s connect\, recharge\, and elevat e our practice together. \; \;
LOCATION:Virtual SUMMARY:Counselor Affinity Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:9ca72381-4388-4e98-841e-3fb0b077cf8b DTSTART:20270209T113000 DTEND:20270209T123000 DESCRIPTION:The School Media Specialist Affinity Group is a monthly virtual space designed exclusively for school librarian s\, media specialists\, and information literacy educators. In today’s r apidly evolving educational landscape\, your role spans far beyond managin g a physical collection—you are digital curators\, technology integrator s\, literacy champions\, and safe-haven creators.
Becau se media specialists often operate as a "department of one" within their b uildings\, this group provides a much-needed regional community to connect \, share the load\, swap fresh ideas\, and recharge with peers who truly u nderstand the unique rewards and challenges of the modern school library.< /span>
LOCATION:Virtual SUMMARY:Media Specialists Affinity Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:aec0f5c1-35e7-4adb-b078-fd53d6dacd6d DTSTART:20270209T153000 DTEND:20270209T163000 DESCRIPTION:The East Central Indiana (ECI) STEM Ecosystem< /strong> is a monthly virtual affinity group dedicated to bridging the gap between K-12 classrooms and local industries. We bring together K-12 educ ators\, higher education partners\, workforce development leaders\, and em ployers from across East Central Indiana to collaborate\, share resources\ , and scale meaningful science\, technology\, engineering\, and math initi atives.
Our mission is simple: to cultivate a robust pi peline of talent right here in our region by embedding career-connected le arning into the foundational years of education.
LOCATION:Virtual SUMMARY:STEM Ecosystem Affinity Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:1301cb2e-c52e-4b2b-af54-f702cfc6ed59 DTSTART:20270211T083000 DTEND:20270211T093000 DESCRIPTION:Join Steve Baker for our K-12 Principal Affinity Group. This group provides a collaborative\, position-focused community designed to provide building principals with a dedicated space to connect\, share expertise\, and probl em-solve. Operating as a peer-to-peer support network\, this group focuses on navigating the complexities of modern school leadership while helping administrators stay ahead of shifting state mandates and educational trend s.
Meetings are held monthly for one hour (typicall y from 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM)\, providing a highly efficien t\, high-impact touchpoint that respects the busy schedules of building ad ministrators. Steve will lead topic-based discussions each month.
September 10th | 8:30am-9:30am | Got ____ Culture? ...
October 15th | 8:30am-9:30am | Proactive Leadership…< /p>
November 12th | 8:30am-9:30am | How to retain your teachers
December 10th | 8:30am-9:30am | Qualities of Good Leaders< /p>
January 14th | 8:30am-9:30am | Dealing with Difficult Peopl e
February 11th | 8:30am-9:30am | Leading with influence
March 11th | 8:30am-9:30am | How to run effective faculty mee tings
April 15th | 8:30am-9:30am | Leadership Through Relat ionships
May 13th | 8:30am-9:30am | Hiring and Interviewing - the new era
Conquer your hesitation and discover the supportive potential of artificial intelligence in this encouraging\, hand s-on morning session designed specifically for beginners and reluctant use rs. We will shift from a mindset of reluctance to opportunity by exploring safe\, ethical\, and highly practical ways generative AI can ease your wo rkload. You will leave with a foundational understanding of different plat forms and actionable strategies to confidently partner with AI in your dai ly educational practice.
LOCATION:2601 S 14th St\, New Castle\, IN 47362\, USA SUMMARY:You Don't Have to be afrAId: Embracing AI with Confidence END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:057aaf49-78ea-4948-a604-12516e99e926 DTSTART:20270211T123000 DTEND:20270211T150000 DESCRIPTION:Ready to move from theory to practice? Joi n us for a hands-on\, deeply practical session where you will master the a rt of prompt engineering and explore various AI platforms that can serve a s your ultimate teaching assistant. You will leave with immediate\, action able strategies to automate tedious tasks\, design engaging lessons\, and integrate AI partners directly into your daily routine.
LOCATION:2601 S 14th St\, New Castle\, IN 47362\, USA SUMMARY:Platforms\, Prompting\, and Partners: AI in Action END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:bc8e479b-7d2e-4dc1-8939-7fb0e1c5c8ff DTSTART:20270216T163000 DTEND:20270216T173000 DESCRIPTION:Early chil dhood education is a rapidly evolving field\, and preschool educators face unique daily joys and challenges. The Pre-K Virtual Affinity Group is a d edicated monthly professional learning network designed for preschool teac hers\, coordinators\, and early childhood professionals to come together\, stay informed\, and thrive. Each month\, we will break down emerging rese arch\, share innovative lesson ideas/sensory hacks\, and actively brainsto rm practical solutions to your current "classroom puzzles" alongside a sup portive community.
LOCATION:virtual SUMMARY:Preschool Affinity Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:6cd49f71-705a-42cb-bdf3-5d6ba503f987 DTSTART:20270218T080000 DTEND:20270218T130000 DESCRIPTION:ECESC Technology Leaders Monthly Meetings
Connect with regional technology leaders at the ECESC L earning Center every 3rd Thursday of the month f rom 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Month ly Agendas Include:
Collaborat ive Forums
Focused Presentati ons
Indiana EdTech Meeting
Peer Networking &\; Lunch
To register\, please contact B en Burris at bburris@ea stcentralesc.com.
LOCATION:2601 S 14th St\, New Castle\, IN 47362\, USA SUMMARY:ECESC Technology Leaders Monthly Meeting END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:2fd0948f-7a38-4abf-9033-f339ad622b5a DTSTART:20270303T153000 DTEND:20270303T163000 DESCRIPTION:This Community of Practice will meet bi-monthly on the first Wednesday of the month beginning in September. (November\, January\, Marc h\, and May) A variety of strategies will be shared over the course of the year and there will be a time for sharing and Q/A during each session. Jo in this group and hear how others are supporting difficult behaviors in th eir buildings and classrooms.
Audience: Administrators\, counselors\ , classroom teachers\, and special education teachers.
LOCATION:Virtual SUMMARY:Student Behavior Community of Practice END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:7f7ee6e6-03f8-4fe4-8e53-75b119546801 DTSTART:20270309T090000 DTEND:20270309T100000 DESCRIPTION:As middle and high school counselors\, you navigate a unique landscape every day—balancing academic tracking\, crisis intervention\, and the ever-evolving world of teenage social-emotional growth. You don't have to do it in a silo.
Join us for our Monthly Affinity G roup\, a dedicated space created by secondary counselors \, for secondary counselors. This isn't another lecture or passiv e professional development day\; it’s an interactive\, collaborative rou ndtable where we come together to solve real-time challenges\, share high- impact resources\, and lift each other up.
\;Come for the colla boration\, stay for the community. Let’s connect\, recharge\, and elevat e our practice together. \; \;
LOCATION:Virtual SUMMARY:Counselor Affinity Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:42eadc95-da90-4f3e-98a0-3893a58aa0cd DTSTART:20270309T113000 DTEND:20270309T123000 DESCRIPTION:The School Media Specialist Affinity Group is a monthly virtual space designed exclusively for school librarian s\, media specialists\, and information literacy educators. In today’s r apidly evolving educational landscape\, your role spans far beyond managin g a physical collection—you are digital curators\, technology integrator s\, literacy champions\, and safe-haven creators.
Becau se media specialists often operate as a "department of one" within their b uildings\, this group provides a much-needed regional community to connect \, share the load\, swap fresh ideas\, and recharge with peers who truly u nderstand the unique rewards and challenges of the modern school library.< /span>
LOCATION:Virtual SUMMARY:Media Specialists Affinity Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:49c21fa1-8a3f-41f2-9d33-705edd4275d2 DTSTART:20270309T153000 DTEND:20270309T163000 DESCRIPTION:The East Central Indiana (ECI) STEM Ecosystem< /strong> is a monthly virtual affinity group dedicated to bridging the gap between K-12 classrooms and local industries. We bring together K-12 educ ators\, higher education partners\, workforce development leaders\, and em ployers from across East Central Indiana to collaborate\, share resources\ , and scale meaningful science\, technology\, engineering\, and math initi atives.
Our mission is simple: to cultivate a robust pi peline of talent right here in our region by embedding career-connected le arning into the foundational years of education.
LOCATION:Virtual SUMMARY:STEM Ecosystem Affinity Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:75fa86c8-a029-43ef-944a-92e7ff5a1497 DTSTART:20270311T083000 DTEND:20270311T093000 DESCRIPTION:Join Steve Baker for our K-12 Principal Affinity Group. This group provides a collaborative\, position-focused community designed to provide building principals with a dedicated space to connect\, share expertise\, and probl em-solve. Operating as a peer-to-peer support network\, this group focuses on navigating the complexities of modern school leadership while helping administrators stay ahead of shifting state mandates and educational trend s.
Meetings are held monthly for one hour (typicall y from 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM)\, providing a highly efficien t\, high-impact touchpoint that respects the busy schedules of building ad ministrators. Steve will lead topic-based discussions each month.
September 10th | 8:30am-9:30am | Got ____ Culture? ...
October 15th | 8:30am-9:30am | Proactive Leadership…< /p>
November 12th | 8:30am-9:30am | How to retain your teachers
December 10th | 8:30am-9:30am | Qualities of Good Leaders< /p>
January 14th | 8:30am-9:30am | Dealing with Difficult Peopl e
February 11th | 8:30am-9:30am | Leading with influence
March 11th | 8:30am-9:30am | How to run effective faculty mee tings
April 15th | 8:30am-9:30am | Leadership Through Relat ionships
May 13th | 8:30am-9:30am | Hiring and Interviewing - the new era
Early chil dhood education is a rapidly evolving field\, and preschool educators face unique daily joys and challenges. The Pre-K Virtual Affinity Group is a d edicated monthly professional learning network designed for preschool teac hers\, coordinators\, and early childhood professionals to come together\, stay informed\, and thrive. Each month\, we will break down emerging rese arch\, share innovative lesson ideas/sensory hacks\, and actively brainsto rm practical solutions to your current "classroom puzzles" alongside a sup portive community.
LOCATION:virtual SUMMARY:Preschool Affinity Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:83bd7ae8-ce25-4564-b24d-7880ff82952a DTSTART:20270318T080000 DTEND:20270318T130000 DESCRIPTION:ECESC Technology Leaders Monthly Meetings
Connect with regional technology leaders at the ECESC L earning Center every 3rd Thursday of the month f rom 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Month ly Agendas Include:
Collaborat ive Forums
Focused Presentati ons
Indiana EdTech Meeting
Peer Networking &\; Lunch
To register\, please contact B en Burris at bburris@ea stcentralesc.com.
LOCATION:2601 S 14th St\, New Castle\, IN 47362\, USA SUMMARY:Tech Leadership Meeting END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:2793eaf1-1487-4d6c-a3f5-71f52be25f31 DTSTART:20270318T083000 DTEND:20270318T093000 DESCRIPTION:The Indiana Student-Centered Accountability Community of Practice (CoP) is a collaborative\, action-oriented network designed for K-12 building and district administrators. Meeting bi-monthly throughout t he school year\, this group focuses entirely on unpacking Indiana’s newl y approved A–F accountability framework and translating its granular req uirements into strategic\, school-wide success.
Rather than treating accountability as a single test score or an after-the-fact report card\, this CoP approaches the state’s redesigned roadmap as an ongoing system for continuous school improvement.
The transition to student-centric \, point-by-point tracking requires a fundamental shift in how districts a nalyze data and structure student support. This community ensures that lea ders do not have to navigate this transition in isolation.
Participa nts will collaborate to:
Master the Points Metric: Understan d how points are accumulated student-by-student across proficiency\, year- over-year growth\, and foundational milestones rather than school-wide tes ting averages.
Audit and Align Practices: Review current di strict policies\, scheduling\, and resource allocation to match the state ’s multi-dimensional grading metrics.
Share High-Impact F rameworks: Exchange evidence-based intervention plans\, data-tracking temp lates\, and community partnership models that actively move the needle on school accountability grades.
March 18th | 8:30am-9:30am
May 6th | 8:30am-9:30am
As middle and high school counselors\, you navigate a unique landscape every day—balancing academic tracking\, crisis intervention\, and the ever-evolving world of teenage social-emotional growth. You don't have to do it in a silo.
Join us for our Monthly Affinity G roup\, a dedicated space created by secondary counselors \, for secondary counselors. This isn't another lecture or passiv e professional development day\; it’s an interactive\, collaborative rou ndtable where we come together to solve real-time challenges\, share high- impact resources\, and lift each other up.
\;Come for the colla boration\, stay for the community. Let’s connect\, recharge\, and elevat e our practice together. \; \;
LOCATION:Virtual SUMMARY:Counselor Affinity Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:341c4d31-b1c7-4f25-9d17-8c7e6d699ccf DTSTART:20270413T113000 DTEND:20270413T123000 DESCRIPTION:The School Media Specialist Affinity Group is a monthly virtual space designed exclusively for school librarian s\, media specialists\, and information literacy educators. In today’s r apidly evolving educational landscape\, your role spans far beyond managin g a physical collection—you are digital curators\, technology integrator s\, literacy champions\, and safe-haven creators.
Becau se media specialists often operate as a "department of one" within their b uildings\, this group provides a much-needed regional community to connect \, share the load\, swap fresh ideas\, and recharge with peers who truly u nderstand the unique rewards and challenges of the modern school library.< /span>
LOCATION:Virtual SUMMARY:Media Specialists Affinity Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:9ef8c36d-db9d-44e7-9cfe-ccbd3c7aea5b DTSTART:20270413T153000 DTEND:20270413T163000 DESCRIPTION:The East Central Indiana (ECI) STEM Ecosystem< /strong> is a monthly virtual affinity group dedicated to bridging the gap between K-12 classrooms and local industries. We bring together K-12 educ ators\, higher education partners\, workforce development leaders\, and em ployers from across East Central Indiana to collaborate\, share resources\ , and scale meaningful science\, technology\, engineering\, and math initi atives.
Our mission is simple: to cultivate a robust pi peline of talent right here in our region by embedding career-connected le arning into the foundational years of education.
LOCATION:Virtual SUMMARY:STEM Ecosystem Affinity Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:1dc3c4a1-0129-4b81-b4ea-7fca314f1811 DTSTART:20270415T080000 DTEND:20270415T130000 DESCRIPTION:ECESC Technology Leaders Monthly Meetings
Connect with regional technology leaders at the ECESC L earning Center every 3rd Thursday of the month f rom 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Month ly Agendas Include:
Collaborat ive Forums
Focused Presentati ons
Indiana EdTech Meeting
Peer Networking &\; Lunch
To register\, please contact B en Burris at bburris@ea stcentralesc.com.
LOCATION:2601 S 14th St\, New Castle\, IN 47362\, USA SUMMARY:ECESC Technology Leaders Monthly Meeting END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:e20bb900-7028-4f90-a7d0-f4bdebf009d3 DTSTART:20270415T083000 DTEND:20270415T093000 DESCRIPTION:Join Steve Baker for our K-12 Principal Affinity Group. This group provides a collaborative\, position-focused community designed to provide building principals with a dedicated space to connect\, share expertise\, and probl em-solve. Operating as a peer-to-peer support network\, this group focuses on navigating the complexities of modern school leadership while helping administrators stay ahead of shifting state mandates and educational trend s.
Meetings are held monthly for one hour (typicall y from 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM)\, providing a highly efficien t\, high-impact touchpoint that respects the busy schedules of building ad ministrators. Steve will lead topic-based discussions each month.
September 10th | 8:30am-9:30am | Got ____ Culture? ...
October 15th | 8:30am-9:30am | Proactive Leadership…< /p>
November 12th | 8:30am-9:30am | How to retain your teachers
December 10th | 8:30am-9:30am | Qualities of Good Leaders< /p>
January 14th | 8:30am-9:30am | Dealing with Difficult Peopl e
February 11th | 8:30am-9:30am | Leading with influence
March 11th | 8:30am-9:30am | How to run effective faculty mee tings
April 15th | 8:30am-9:30am | Leadership Through Relat ionships
May 13th | 8:30am-9:30am | Hiring and Interviewing - the new era
Early chil dhood education is a rapidly evolving field\, and preschool educators face unique daily joys and challenges. The Pre-K Virtual Affinity Group is a d edicated monthly professional learning network designed for preschool teac hers\, coordinators\, and early childhood professionals to come together\, stay informed\, and thrive. Each month\, we will break down emerging rese arch\, share innovative lesson ideas/sensory hacks\, and actively brainsto rm practical solutions to your current "classroom puzzles" alongside a sup portive community.
LOCATION:virtual SUMMARY:Preschool Affinity Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:ff6df89c-f142-477d-b50f-e3a3abd7c3d3 DTSTART:20270505T153000 DTEND:20270505T163000 DESCRIPTION:This Community of Practice will meet bi-monthly on the first Wednesday of the month beginning in September. (November\, January\, Marc h\, and May) A variety of strategies will be shared over the course of the year and there will be a time for sharing and Q/A during each session. Jo in this group and hear how others are supporting difficult behaviors in th eir buildings and classrooms.
Audience: Administrators\, counselors\ , classroom teachers\, and special education teachers.
LOCATION:Virtual SUMMARY:Student Behavior Community of Practice END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:4a159128-a87f-45de-9cd5-e4a7bbe1a60b DTSTART:20270506T083000 DTEND:20270506T093000 DESCRIPTION:The Indiana Student-Centered Accountability Community of Practice (CoP) is a collaborative\, action-oriented network designed for K-12 building and district administrators. Meeting bi-monthly throughout t he school year\, this group focuses entirely on unpacking Indiana’s newl y approved A–F accountability framework and translating its granular req uirements into strategic\, school-wide success.
Rather than treating accountability as a single test score or an after-the-fact report card\, this CoP approaches the state’s redesigned roadmap as an ongoing system for continuous school improvement.
The transition to student-centric \, point-by-point tracking requires a fundamental shift in how districts a nalyze data and structure student support. This community ensures that lea ders do not have to navigate this transition in isolation.
Participa nts will collaborate to:
Master the Points Metric: Understan d how points are accumulated student-by-student across proficiency\, year- over-year growth\, and foundational milestones rather than school-wide tes ting averages.
Audit and Align Practices: Review current di strict policies\, scheduling\, and resource allocation to match the state ’s multi-dimensional grading metrics.
Share High-Impact F rameworks: Exchange evidence-based intervention plans\, data-tracking temp lates\, and community partnership models that actively move the needle on school accountability grades.
May 6th | 8:30am-9:30am
As middle and high school counselors\, you navigate a unique landscape every day—balancing academic tracking\, crisis intervention\, and the ever-evolving world of teenage social-emotional growth. You don't have to do it in a silo.
Join us for our Monthly Affinity G roup\, a dedicated space created by secondary counselors \, for secondary counselors. This isn't another lecture or passiv e professional development day\; it’s an interactive\, collaborative rou ndtable where we come together to solve real-time challenges\, share high- impact resources\, and lift each other up.
\;Come for the colla boration\, stay for the community. Let’s connect\, recharge\, and elevat e our practice together. \; \;
LOCATION:Virtual SUMMARY:Counselor Affinity Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:baf95fa3-0854-420e-bd30-2497c2b69c11 DTSTART:20270511T113000 DTEND:20270511T123000 DESCRIPTION:The School Media Specialist Affinity Group is a monthly virtual space designed exclusively for school librarian s\, media specialists\, and information literacy educators. In today’s r apidly evolving educational landscape\, your role spans far beyond managin g a physical collection—you are digital curators\, technology integrator s\, literacy champions\, and safe-haven creators.
Becau se media specialists often operate as a "department of one" within their b uildings\, this group provides a much-needed regional community to connect \, share the load\, swap fresh ideas\, and recharge with peers who truly u nderstand the unique rewards and challenges of the modern school library.< /span>
LOCATION:Virtual SUMMARY:Media Specialists Affinity Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:bc1215bf-077e-41d8-8298-72b4c85b5790 DTSTART:20270511T153000 DTEND:20270511T163000 DESCRIPTION:The East Central Indiana (ECI) STEM Ecosystem< /strong> is a monthly virtual affinity group dedicated to bridging the gap between K-12 classrooms and local industries. We bring together K-12 educ ators\, higher education partners\, workforce development leaders\, and em ployers from across East Central Indiana to collaborate\, share resources\ , and scale meaningful science\, technology\, engineering\, and math initi atives.
Our mission is simple: to cultivate a robust pi peline of talent right here in our region by embedding career-connected le arning into the foundational years of education.
LOCATION:Virtual SUMMARY:STEM Ecosystem Affinity Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:3abac26f-7375-4958-9a94-a03053bbde80 DTSTART:20270513T083000 DTEND:20270513T093000 DESCRIPTION:Join Steve Baker for our K-12 Principal Affinity Group. This group provides a collaborative\, position-focused community designed to provide building principals with a dedicated space to connect\, share expertise\, and probl em-solve. Operating as a peer-to-peer support network\, this group focuses on navigating the complexities of modern school leadership while helping administrators stay ahead of shifting state mandates and educational trend s.
Meetings are held monthly for one hour (typicall y from 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM)\, providing a highly efficien t\, high-impact touchpoint that respects the busy schedules of building ad ministrators. Steve will lead topic-based discussions each month.
September 10th | 8:30am-9:30am | Got ____ Culture? ...
October 15th | 8:30am-9:30am | Proactive Leadership…< /p>
November 12th | 8:30am-9:30am | How to retain your teachers
December 10th | 8:30am-9:30am | Qualities of Good Leaders< /p>
January 14th | 8:30am-9:30am | Dealing with Difficult Peopl e
February 11th | 8:30am-9:30am | Leading with influence
March 11th | 8:30am-9:30am | How to run effective faculty mee tings
April 15th | 8:30am-9:30am | Leadership Through Relat ionships
May 13th | 8:30am-9:30am | Hiring and Interviewing - the new era
Early chil dhood education is a rapidly evolving field\, and preschool educators face unique daily joys and challenges. The Pre-K Virtual Affinity Group is a d edicated monthly professional learning network designed for preschool teac hers\, coordinators\, and early childhood professionals to come together\, stay informed\, and thrive. Each month\, we will break down emerging rese arch\, share innovative lesson ideas/sensory hacks\, and actively brainsto rm practical solutions to your current "classroom puzzles" alongside a sup portive community.
LOCATION: SUMMARY:Preschool Affinity Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:67838ab8-9e15-4f53-b4bc-5c3ea6d75caa DTSTART:20270520T080000 DTEND:20270520T130000 DESCRIPTION:ECESC Technology Leaders Monthly Meetings
Connect with regional technology leaders at the ECESC L earning Center every 3rd Thursday of the month f rom 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Month ly Agendas Include:
Collaborat ive Forums
Focused Presentati ons
Indiana EdTech Meeting
Peer Networking &\; Lunch
To register\, please contact B en Burris at bburris@ea stcentralesc.com.
LOCATION:2601 S 14th St\, New Castle\, IN 47362\, USA SUMMARY:ECESC Tech Leaders Monthly Meeting END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260902T000911Z UID:888a8338-cd55-4b03-a65c-1823d40acd1e DTSTART:20270617T080000 DTEND:20270617T130000 DESCRIPTION:ECESC Technology Leaders Monthly Meetings
Connect with regional technology leaders at the ECESC L earning Center every 3rd Thursday of the month f rom 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Month ly Agendas Include:
Collaborat ive Forums
Focused Presentati ons
Indiana EdTech Meeting
Peer Networking &\; Lunch
To register\, please contact B en Burris at bburris@ea stcentralesc.com.
LOCATION:2601 S 14th St\, New Castle\, IN 47362\, USA SUMMARY:ECESC Technology Leaders Monthly Meeting END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR