Meet the r equirements of HEA 1285 which requires schools to ensure at least one empl oyee in each building used for classroom instruction has obtained nonviole nt crisis intervention training\; and is present in the building during th e school year. Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) Training prepares you r staff to prevent and de-escalate medium to high-risk behavior using both restrictive and non-restrictive methods. This training is good for both i nitial certification and renewal.
ESC Members: $185
Non-Members: $235
LOCATION:2601 S 14th St\, New Castle\, IN 47362\, USA SUMMARY:Crisis Prevention Intervention Refresher or Initial Certification T raining END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260718T230255Z UID:28ceba46-00b9-47b9-9f78-142649f1dae3 DTSTART:20260812T090000 DTEND:20260812T150000 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:20260718T230255Z UID:f533a128-ae0b-4ca8-b35f-7626b1b3deb3 DTSTART:20260820T080000 DTEND:20260820T130000 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:20260718T230255Z UID:79839fff-54b7-4e7f-9572-fa43e95c6234 DTSTART:20260826T090000 DTEND:20260826T113000 DESCRIPTION:MTSS Series\; Building the System (MTSS Overview) - Session 1
This foundational session introduces the structures behind a n effective MTSS framework. Participants will learn the core processes\, d ata decision-making practices\, and organizational systems that drive MTSS \, including how to select interventions and build schedules that support both strong core instruction and targeted support.
Augu st 26th 9:00-11:30am | MTSS Overview
August 26th 12:30- 3:00pm | MTSS for Behavior
September 2nd 9:00-11:30am | MTSS for Elementary ELA
September 2nd 12:30-3:00pm | M TSS for MS/HS ELA
September 3rd 9:00-11:30am | MTSS for Elementary Math
September 3rd 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:20260718T230255Z UID:5b610fd5-315d-41ec-b747-2745d4b37d44 DTSTART:20260826T123000 DTEND:20260826T150000 DESCRIPTION:August 26th 9:00-11:30am | MTSS Overview
MTSS S eries: MTSS for Behavior (Session 2)
This session with help yo ur team begin to build a comprehensive framework for implementing behavior al Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) within a school or district. Gro unded in a strengths-based perspective\, the presentation highlights how i ntegrating data and strategic planning within a multi-level prevention sys tem maximizes student success.
August 26th 12:30-3:00pm | MTS S for Behavior
September 2nd 9:00-11:30am | MTSS for Elementary ELA< /p>
September 2nd 12:30-3:00pm | MTSS for MS/HS ELA
September 3rd 9:00-11:30am | MTSS for Elementary Math
September 3rd 12:30-3:00pm | MTSS for MS/HS Math
LOCATION: SUMMARY:MTSS Series\; MTSS for Behavior END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260718T230255Z UID:fb0552f1-f7c5-42f3-8b80-d17f7a2b012f DTSTART:20260827T090000 DTEND:20260827T120000 DESCRIPTION:This training is perfect for those working with children and the p ublic. Verbal Intervention (VI) Training prepares your staff to identify\, respond to\, and prevent low-risk crisis behavior with non-restrictive in tervention techniques. Participants learn non-restrictive verbal intervent ions\, such as limit-setting\, that effectively de-escalate challenging be havior. *Can also be delivered to parents. (Contact Lora if you are intere sted in offering this to parents in your district.)
Audience: Anyone who works with students and the public.
Members: $85
Non-Memb ers: $135
LOCATION:2601 S 14th St\, New Castle\, IN 47362\, USA SUMMARY:CPI Verbal Intervention Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260718T230255Z UID:aa83b6bc-7fea-41fd-b38a-cf314647799c DTSTART:20260902T090000 DTEND:20260902T113000 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.
September 2nd 9:00-11:30am | MTSS for Elementary ELA
September 2nd 12:30-3:00pm | MTSS for MS/HS ELA
September 3rd 9 :00-11:30am | MTSS for Elementary Math
September 3rd 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:20260718T230255Z UID:1fa3ccec-c5e1-452f-ab03-1ecf2c665120 DTSTART:20260902T123000 DTEND:20260902T150000 DESCRIPTION:MTSS Series\; MTSS for MS/HS ELA (Session 4)
Thi s session introduces K–12 teachers to using MTSS to strengthen literacy instruction and intervention. Participants will learn how strong Tier 1\, 2\, and 3 practices\, targeted supports\, and data-driven decision making work together to improve reading and writing outcomes for all students. Te achers will leave with practical strategies they can use immediately in th eir classrooms.
September 2nd 9:00-11:30am | MTSS for Element ary ELA
September 2nd 12:30-3:00pm | MTSS for MS/HS ELA
Septem ber 3rd 9:00-11:30am | MTSS for Elementary Math
September 3rd 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:20260718T230255Z UID:992f72f6-2b8d-4dea-b56e-1e98af68241d DTSTART:20260902T153000 DTEND:20260902T163000 DESCRIPTION: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:20260718T230255Z UID:5cbfd0c3-21a3-43e0-98ad-b29a79a306bc DTSTART:20260903T090000 DTEND:20260903T113000 DESCRIPTION:MTSS Series\; MTSS for Elementary Math (Session 5)
Build a sustainable Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) for secondary math. Fo cus on high-quality Tier 1 instruction and leverage ILEARN Checkpoints to drive targeted Tier 2 and 3 supports\, ensuring all students have equitabl e access to grade-level content.
September 3rd 9:00-11:30am | MTSS for Elementary Math
September 3rd 12:30-3:00pm | MTSS for MS/H S Math
LOCATION:2601 S 14th St\, New Castle\, IN 47362\, USA SUMMARY:MTSS Series: MTSS for Elementary Math END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260718T230255Z UID:bc0b6e99-512f-4854-a626-17a3bcbd6b63 DTSTART:20260903T123000 DTEND:20260903T150000 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.
September 3rd 9:00-11:30am | MTSS for Elementary Math
September 3rd 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:20260718T230255Z UID:c417cc19-9f09-46e1-99ba-0b74f5b59525 DTSTART:20260908T090000 DTEND:20260908T100000 DESCRIPTION: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:20260718T230255Z UID:68ef189d-89c3-47a8-9f72-cabeb6107097 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:20260718T230255Z UID:1cce1ee8-393d-4c20-a8cf-3395553bf770 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:20260718T230255Z UID:46e53015-5239-49ab-a396-143e99fda828 DTSTART:20260909T090000 DTEND:20260909T150000 DESCRIPTION: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
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:20260718T230255Z UID:460d40c2-bc78-4440-a774-210cb938735d 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:20260718T230255Z UID:0d35a4d5-46b4-4536-a2d5-a75501a5e7cd DTSTART:20260915T090000 DTEND:20260915T150000 DESCRIPTION:Teaching is tough—whether you are a new teacher\, a career-changer \, or a few years into your journey. You don't have to navigate it alone. Let our team of experienced educators support you this school year through a flexible mix of Zoom and in-person sessions at ECESC.& nbsp\; \;
Some of the key topics covered:
Effectiv e communication
Seamless planning for substitutes
Explicit instructional strategies
Data-based decision making
De-escalation strategies
Establishin g strong procedures
...and many more
Don't take our word for it! \; Take it from Cohort 3! \; 100% of respond ents said the workshop was engaging\, highly relevant\, and met their expe ctations. \;
Join us for New/Beginning Teachers: \; Cohort 4 !
ESC Members: $350
Non-Members: $500
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:20260718T230255Z UID:2c2b2fa8-01ed-474c-ae29-34b93a36e363 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:20260718T230255Z UID:f451915c-d466-47b3-8200-0993cbaff3a3 DTSTART:20260925T090000 DTEND:20260925T113000 DESCRIPTION: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
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
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:20260718T230255Z UID:ea428387-f592-48f5-9d1a-613f650d068a 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:20260718T230255Z UID:62712305-8213-42eb-8f7f-da9d7455f57b 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:20260718T230255Z UID:dbbc3a0e-acc3-4c6e-ad83-7cc0c8af7f40 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
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:20260718T230255Z UID:0a5ace41-905a-44b4-97b1-e3e9ad80b502 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:20260718T230255Z UID:7217f899-63a8-4df6-a7dc-2948782c7a28 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)
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LOCATION:2601 S 14th St\, New Castle\, IN 47362\, USA SUMMARY:Forge Your Future Secondary Educator Experience END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260718T230255Z UID:86c9bd16-0d07-4535-9085-406265946032 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:20260718T230255Z UID:5377c0a7-bc2e-4607-8b5b-6492f29623c9 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:20260718T230255Z UID:16f2a124-ca4b-49df-a480-1611dc4adfce 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:20260718T230255Z UID:e6288862-e622-4c88-9794-2c03f73fd48b 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:20260718T230255Z UID:41766285-7cb2-4678-a858-c29a5485dab4 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:20260718T230255Z UID:43902a68-5dd4-4292-aafb-23f18a3fee5d 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:20260718T230255Z UID:647e349b-f6e8-4ff4-8f9a-d76e2c46bdd6 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
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:20260718T230255Z UID:e712c13b-f42f-4686-bb77-e7e637d42e0b 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:20260718T230255Z UID:97bf0f82-aef8-46ab-aadf-4a23ee2f9544 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:20260718T230255Z UID:02d36af4-cc4a-40d8-b2e2-1b1f79c86134 DTSTART:20261208T113000 DTEND:20261208T123000 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:20260718T230255Z UID:256da769-10d8-4caa-b95c-9f17d44ae903 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:20260718T230255Z UID:68a2bdb8-2ff5-4980-8e5e-7525b95f5935 DTSTART:20261210T083000 DTEND:20261210T093000 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
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:20260718T230255Z UID:b69ffa9b-60c4-4aad-a2b1-17149a616d69 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:20260718T230255Z UID:b7dad186-f67e-4f7b-b51e-7129ec8571ba 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:20260718T230255Z UID:1f9440af-7c55-4dba-b45e-0096fd484aff 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:20260718T230255Z UID:701522ed-7843-47a4-b555-019d613841d2 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:20260718T230255Z UID:f90870dc-2876-40a5-a016-3dfaea25ebc4 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
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:20260718T230255Z UID:fd68e6c2-bc20-43f6-91bc-c66dfbf8e852 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:20260718T230255Z UID:475121da-6c67-4ec3-bb64-d3d277d624e0 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:20260718T230255Z UID:04b71d87-0bf1-4de7-aefa-1168c032bbe1 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:20260718T230255Z UID:93771894-dd85-440d-9bf6-359daffaf9cc 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:20260718T230255Z UID:7e0dc2d6-32e3-46b2-9bfb-a7d691933d9a 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:20260718T230255Z UID:df8efeee-3b7c-41eb-8d75-10b179d62bbf 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:20260718T230255Z UID:a3368163-710b-4609-8033-a6359ead643c 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:20260718T230255Z UID:8a16476c-8026-4622-a3ea-b808fcefd4a7 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:20260718T230255Z UID:dbc99aa1-2b6b-44f6-ba23-4756cd77d0f5 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:20260718T230255Z UID:74c532f7-07ed-48d0-95c2-e90747af8213 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:20260718T230255Z UID:efcac8e3-e7ee-4766-879e-c158c5705141 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
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:20260718T230255Z UID:32aee63a-b9f9-4535-907e-19faa3557bfe 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:20260718T230255Z UID:2d87e105-a2ea-4d66-8df3-c40fa5622f6b 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:20260718T230255Z UID:305e1cb8-5549-4ac8-8702-876d4143c9e7 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:20260718T230255Z UID:1fb3894f-1208-4209-b418-34462ab4771d 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
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:20260718T230255Z UID:1f3de357-f6e6-42f0-aa2d-0abe2aaf92fc 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:20260718T230255Z UID:def3164a-5beb-4ada-92d6-bc2a0e20f04b 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:20260718T230255Z UID:08432771-6dd3-4bb0-8b88-8aff327e87dd 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:20260718T230255Z UID:bcfe7c5d-a48a-4a5c-9bff-1e8ca3a4aa6b 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
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