Don’t miss an opportunity to explore a free e-purchasing solution for your district! On 4.30, ECPA is offering a webinar featuring Indigo, a free marketplace platform designed to help you streamline purchasing and save money.
Learn more and register:
https://shorturl.at/IID3f
Learn more and register:
https://shorturl.at/IID3f
Attention EdTech Leaders: Join us on April 16 for our monthly Indiana EdTech Network watch party!
Register here:
https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/35342dm
Register here:
https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/35342dm
Meet Dr. Lora Wilson
With 31 years in education, Dr. Wilson serves as ECESC’s Program Coordinator & Instructional Specialist, partnering with districts to deliver impactful professional learning that strengthens both instruction and student support systems.
Dr. Wilson supports districts in:
• Trauma-Informed Student Supports
• Science of Reading Implementation
• Elementary Instructional Leadership
• Professional Learning & Staff Development
• Building Strong, Student-Centered Systems
With 31 years in education, Dr. Wilson serves as ECESC’s Program Coordinator & Instructional Specialist, partnering with districts to deliver impactful professional learning that strengthens both instruction and student support systems.
Dr. Wilson supports districts in:
• Trauma-Informed Student Supports
• Science of Reading Implementation
• Elementary Instructional Leadership
• Professional Learning & Staff Development
• Building Strong, Student-Centered Systems
Today’s session, which explored IN's new accountability model, was insightful. Thank you to our partners at YONDR for sponsoring lunch for this event and for their work helping schools transition to phone-free learning environments. Your support of area educators is appreciated.
Area educators packed the Event Center at Sunnyside today, as Steve Baker shared details on Indiana's NEW Accountability Model. We are proud to support our local districts by offering sessions and support that help school leaders transition to the new system!
Please join us in welcoming Ashley Mann to the ECESC team!
Ashley has joined the team to serve as our Regional Career Coach & Mobile Experiences Lead, supporting the continued growth of career-connected learning across the region. She brings a strong background in designing and delivering engaging, real-world learning experiences for learners of all ages!
In previous roles, Ashley led many education initiatives in East Central Indiana. Her work has consistently centered on collaboration with educators and community partners to deliver meaningful, student-focused programming. Ashley’s experience in program development, facilitation, and regional coordination, combined with her passion for innovative, student-centered learning, makes her a strong addition to our team.
We’re excited to have Ashley join our Forge Your Future team and lead our mobile experiences, deepening our support for students as they explore their interests and set goals for futures of success and impact.
Welcome to the team, Ashley!
Ashley has joined the team to serve as our Regional Career Coach & Mobile Experiences Lead, supporting the continued growth of career-connected learning across the region. She brings a strong background in designing and delivering engaging, real-world learning experiences for learners of all ages!
In previous roles, Ashley led many education initiatives in East Central Indiana. Her work has consistently centered on collaboration with educators and community partners to deliver meaningful, student-focused programming. Ashley’s experience in program development, facilitation, and regional coordination, combined with her passion for innovative, student-centered learning, makes her a strong addition to our team.
We’re excited to have Ashley join our Forge Your Future team and lead our mobile experiences, deepening our support for students as they explore their interests and set goals for futures of success and impact.
Welcome to the team, Ashley!
Meet Jo Ann McCowan
Jo Ann brings over three decades of experience in education and a passion for helping high schools create meaningful career pathways for students. With a background as a CTE Director and district administrator, she works alongside schools to expand work-based learning, strengthen youth apprenticeship programs, and build innovative, collaborative CTE models. Her work helps connect classroom learning to real-world opportunities, ensuring students are prepared for what comes next.
Jo Ann supports schools in:
Indiana Diploma Requirements & Credentials of Value
Cross-District CTE Collaboration (RAZ-32)
Employer Connection Strategies
CTE Pathways & Program Design
Work-Based Learning (WBL)
Youth & Federal Apprenticeships
It’s National Assistant Principals Week!
Join us in celebrating the dedicated assistant principals who support our students, staff, and school communities. Your leadership, commitment, and care make a lasting impact. Thank you for all you do!
Join us in celebrating the dedicated assistant principals who support our students, staff, and school communities. Your leadership, commitment, and care make a lasting impact. Thank you for all you do!
Do you need CRP training for your position or license renewal? We can help! Register for this hybrid CPR class that allows you to complete the coursework online, then attend a short in-person skills session at ECESC on April 20. Find the registration information on the flyer.
Register for the ECPA webinar on Apr. 14 to learn how you can save your district time and money through cooperative purchasing. Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your district’s purchasing strategy!
https://www.linkedin.com/events/ecpapurchasingwebinar7440474038583525377/
https://www.linkedin.com/events/ecpapurchasingwebinar7440474038583525377/
Our partner ESCs in Northern Indiana have put together an incredible lineup of presenters and topics for these one-hour virtual sessions! Your ECESC membership secures your discount. Don’t miss it!
Sessions begin 4/15 - Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g98xEMXg
Sessions begin 4/15 - Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g98xEMXg
Mark your calendar for our FREE, virtual April Affinity Groups, and join us to learn, make connections, and grow!
We had a full house at Sunnyside today, as we hosted the IAPSS District Meeting for school leaders in District VI. As part of this convening, our Executive Director, Pat Haney, joined superintendents in thoughtful roundtable discussions centered on timely topics, including our access to the cooperative purchasing support. Additionally, our Secondary Instructional Specialist, Paula Fiscus, presented important information on INCAP. As an INCAP Connector, we’re proud to be a resource for schools as they work to provide apprenticeship opportunities for students in our area.
Ignite your team’s AI journey by sending a group to a regional event where they’ll explore MagicSchool topics and collaborate with colleagues. With two facilitators, there will be beginner and advanced sessions. Sign up today! https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/n4c353u
Get to Know Paula Fiscus!
With more than three decades in education, Paula brings deep expertise and a passion for supporting secondary educators across the region. As a Secondary Instructional Specialist, she partners with schools to strengthen professional development and advance impactful work-based learning strategies. Drawing on her experience as an English teacher, instructional coach, presenter, and consultant, as well as her background in secondary ELA, Paula helps educators turn best practices into meaningful classroom results! Connect with Paula to learn more about :
Work-Based Learning Resources
INCAP & Youth Apprenticeship
Content Area Literacy
Effective Writing Instruction Across the Curriculum
Middle School Literacy Strategies
AI Implementation
With more than three decades in education, Paula brings deep expertise and a passion for supporting secondary educators across the region. As a Secondary Instructional Specialist, she partners with schools to strengthen professional development and advance impactful work-based learning strategies. Drawing on her experience as an English teacher, instructional coach, presenter, and consultant, as well as her background in secondary ELA, Paula helps educators turn best practices into meaningful classroom results! Connect with Paula to learn more about :
Work-Based Learning Resources
INCAP & Youth Apprenticeship
Content Area Literacy
Effective Writing Instruction Across the Curriculum
Middle School Literacy Strategies
AI Implementation
Congratulations, Region 6!
We’re proud to recognize the Region 6 award winners from the Indiana Association of School Business Officials annual awards election. These outstanding professionals play a vital role in supporting school operations, ensuring fiscal responsibility, and helping districts serve students effectively.
Congrats Brad, Kara, and Kristen! We’re grateful for your leadership, expertise, and commitment to excellence in school business.
We’re proud to recognize the Region 6 award winners from the Indiana Association of School Business Officials annual awards election. These outstanding professionals play a vital role in supporting school operations, ensuring fiscal responsibility, and helping districts serve students effectively.
Congrats Brad, Kara, and Kristen! We’re grateful for your leadership, expertise, and commitment to excellence in school business.
Join us for a hands-on workshop introducing Indiana’s Integrated STEM Standards for grades K–5. Learn how STEM pedagogy strengthens literacy, math, and science through inquiry, problem-solving, and practical classroom strategies. Walk away with ready-to-use tools, effective questioning techniques, and manageable lesson tweaks that make STEM integration sustainable and impactful.
Register today and start transforming your classroom practice!
https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/gqasseq
Register today and start transforming your classroom practice!
https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/gqasseq
Please join us in celebrating Laura Hamm’s birthday. Laura’s passion for expanding career-connected learning opportunities continues to make a meaningful impact for students across our region. Wishing you a wonderful birthday & a year ahead filled with continued success, Laura!
The SBOE recently passed IN's new Accountability rule, and we're helping schools become versed in the specifics of the model. Join us at ECESC on 4/7 as Steve Baker unpacks the new accountability model and its implications for districts.
Register Here: https://shorturl.at/5LGqs
Register Here: https://shorturl.at/5LGqs
Ignite your team’s AI journey by sending a group to a regional event where they’ll explore MagicSchool topics and collaborate with colleagues. With two facilitators, there will be beginner and advanced sessions. Sign up today! https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/n4c353u
