Join us on 9/10 for AI for IN Educators. We’re offering two sessions to meet you where you are, build confidence, and enhance implementation. Join us for one or both sessions!
AM Session- 9-11 AM | PM Session- 12:30-3 PM
https://shorturl.at/ElERf | https://shorturl.at/T5xWB
AM Session- 9-11 AM | PM Session- 12:30-3 PM
https://shorturl.at/ElERf | https://shorturl.at/T5xWB
Mark your calendars for our Sept. 8 virtual Affinity Groups!
Register and find all of our Affinity Group & Community of Practice opportunities here: https://www.ecesc.k12.in.us/page/educator-groups
Register and find all of our Affinity Group & Community of Practice opportunities here: https://www.ecesc.k12.in.us/page/educator-groups
Happy Work Anniversary to our Member Engagement Specialist, Amber Lear!
Amber plays an important role in connecting our member districts with the programs, services, and resources, helping them maximize both their investment and engagement with us.
Thank you, Amber, for building strong relationships with our members and ensuring they get the most from our partnership. We appreciate all you do!
Amber plays an important role in connecting our member districts with the programs, services, and resources, helping them maximize both their investment and engagement with us.
Thank you, Amber, for building strong relationships with our members and ensuring they get the most from our partnership. We appreciate all you do!
Today, tech leaders from across our region came together for our Tech Collaborative Meeting to share ideas, discuss challenges, and learn from one another. These connections help our districts stay informed, solve problems together, and strengthen the technology systems that support students and educators every day.
A special thank you to ManagedMethods for sponsoring today’s meeting and supporting our regional technology leaders!
A special thank you to ManagedMethods for sponsoring today’s meeting and supporting our regional technology leaders!
Student behavior impacts classroom culture, instruction, and academic success. Our NEW virtual Student Behavior Community of Practice gives educators and school leaders a place to connect, share what’s working, and learn how others are supporting challenging behaviors in their buildings and classrooms.
Our first session will take place on Sept 2. Join us! https://shorturl.at/lqKB1
Our first session will take place on Sept 2. Join us! https://shorturl.at/lqKB1
Career coaches from across the state and beyond have earned their Agilities certification through The DeBruce Foundation. All career coaches working with ECESC receive this training, equipping them with tools to help students identify their strengths, explore career possibilities, and prepare for what comes next.
Last year, K–12 grant activities reached 39,854 students. With new coaches trained and ready to go, we’re excited to build on that impact and create even more career-connected opportunities for students in 2026–27!
Last year, K–12 grant activities reached 39,854 students. With new coaches trained and ready to go, we’re excited to build on that impact and create even more career-connected opportunities for students in 2026–27!
Indiana law governs the teacher evaluation process, and on Sept. 9, we’re offering a training session to help administrators unpack their roles as primary or secondary evaluators. Register here: https://shorturl.at/LlUZs
*Member Credits can be used for registration!
*Member Credits can be used for registration!
Did you know in IN, 3/10 new teachers leave the profession in the first 5 years? Our New & Beginning Teachers program provides teachers in their 1st few years of practice w/the support they need to promote longevity/classroom effectiveness. Register: https://shorturl.at/gXnRx
As communities across East Central Indiana respond to recent flooding, we know many families are looking for ways to help their neighbors. To help, we’re sharing county-specific information to help connect those in need with available assistance and those looking to help with opportunities to support recovery efforts. While not an exhaustive list, the organizations listed below are collecting funds and resources to help those in need.
Please share these resources with anyone who may be interested in helping! East Central Indiana takes care of its own, and we’re grateful to see communities across our region coming together when it matters most.
Financial Support/Donation Options:
Delaware, Fayette, Henry, Madison, and Randolph Counties
The Heart of Indiana United Way is helping individuals and families across Delaware, Fayette, Henry, Madison, and Randolph counties recover and rebuild. 100% of every gift will go directly to long-term flood recovery. https://fundraise.givesmart.com/f/4p2t/n?vid=1rvrx7
Henry County
The Henry County Emergency Management and the Henry County Foundation are accepting donations to help those affected by flooding. Funds raised will support relief and recovery efforts for individuals and families facing challenges in the aftermath of this event. https://henryccf.fcsuite.com/erp/donate
Wayne County
The Wayne County Community Foundation (Wayne County Cares) and the Cambridge City Christian Church are offering ways to help with monetary and tangible donations.
Visit https://godonate.akoyago.com/waynecf/fund/fd662900-3d25-eb11-a813-000d3a999fe6 to make a monetary donation, or contact the Cambridge City Christian Church at 765-541-3976 to see how you can help.
Fayette County
In partnership with Fayette County Emergency Management, the Fayette Community Foundation has established the Fayette County Flood Relief Fund to accept charitable donations supporting local flood relief and recovery efforts. https://givetofcf.com/
Franklin County
United Way of Franklin County is accepting monetary donations for flood disaster relief. You can donate online here: https://givebutter.com/flood-relief-august-2026-nzh795, or send checks to PO Box 105, Brookville, IN 47012.
Franklin County Community Foundation
You can help the residents of Laurel, Indiana, by making a tax-deductible monetary donation to the Laurel Legacy Foundation to help offset the cost of rebuilding their emergency response systems.
-Every dollar donated will go to residents of Laurel in need
-The Laurel Town Board for community recovery efforts
-The Laurel Fire Department for emergency response and rebuilding
-The Laurel Police Department for public safety and assistance
Donate here: https://www.812noww.com/post/how-to-help-laurel-verified-tax-deductible-fundraiser-launched
Madison County
The Anderson Public Library is accepting donations to help with disaster relief. Learn more here: https://www.and.lib.in.us/anderson-madison-county-flood-recovery-resources
Please share these resources with anyone who may be interested in helping! East Central Indiana takes care of its own, and we’re grateful to see communities across our region coming together when it matters most.
Financial Support/Donation Options:
Delaware, Fayette, Henry, Madison, and Randolph Counties
The Heart of Indiana United Way is helping individuals and families across Delaware, Fayette, Henry, Madison, and Randolph counties recover and rebuild. 100% of every gift will go directly to long-term flood recovery. https://fundraise.givesmart.com/f/4p2t/n?vid=1rvrx7
Henry County
The Henry County Emergency Management and the Henry County Foundation are accepting donations to help those affected by flooding. Funds raised will support relief and recovery efforts for individuals and families facing challenges in the aftermath of this event. https://henryccf.fcsuite.com/erp/donate
Wayne County
The Wayne County Community Foundation (Wayne County Cares) and the Cambridge City Christian Church are offering ways to help with monetary and tangible donations.
Visit https://godonate.akoyago.com/waynecf/fund/fd662900-3d25-eb11-a813-000d3a999fe6 to make a monetary donation, or contact the Cambridge City Christian Church at 765-541-3976 to see how you can help.
Fayette County
In partnership with Fayette County Emergency Management, the Fayette Community Foundation has established the Fayette County Flood Relief Fund to accept charitable donations supporting local flood relief and recovery efforts. https://givetofcf.com/
Franklin County
United Way of Franklin County is accepting monetary donations for flood disaster relief. You can donate online here: https://givebutter.com/flood-relief-august-2026-nzh795, or send checks to PO Box 105, Brookville, IN 47012.
Franklin County Community Foundation
You can help the residents of Laurel, Indiana, by making a tax-deductible monetary donation to the Laurel Legacy Foundation to help offset the cost of rebuilding their emergency response systems.
-Every dollar donated will go to residents of Laurel in need
-The Laurel Town Board for community recovery efforts
-The Laurel Fire Department for emergency response and rebuilding
-The Laurel Police Department for public safety and assistance
Donate here: https://www.812noww.com/post/how-to-help-laurel-verified-tax-deductible-fundraiser-launched
Madison County
The Anderson Public Library is accepting donations to help with disaster relief. Learn more here: https://www.and.lib.in.us/anderson-madison-county-flood-recovery-resources
Have you heard about the Student Data Privacy Alliance? This statewide partnership simplifies and standardizes how school districts and vendors create agreements. This alliance aims to save districts time and money and enhance student data protection. This valuable resource is free for all ESC members! Learn more: https://shorturl.at/dsVGg
This is what community looks like!
In response to the recent flooding, schools and community organizations across East Central Indiana are stepping up as central hubs for flood relief, connecting families with resources, coordinating donations, opening their doors, and working alongside community partners to support their neighbors.
We’re grateful for the school leaders, educators, staff, and community partners who continue to show up when their communities need them most.
Look for our future posts as we amplify donation and support opportunities throughout our region.
In response to the recent flooding, schools and community organizations across East Central Indiana are stepping up as central hubs for flood relief, connecting families with resources, coordinating donations, opening their doors, and working alongside community partners to support their neighbors.
We’re grateful for the school leaders, educators, staff, and community partners who continue to show up when their communities need them most.
Look for our future posts as we amplify donation and support opportunities throughout our region.
Last year, we partnered with 16 districts to provide in-district professional learning designed around their specific goals and needs. Planning for 2026–27 is underway, and our calendar is filling quickly. If your district is looking for customized professional learning, now is the time to reserve your dates. Learn more: https://shorturl.at/0MCzI
Today is National Financial Awareness Day, a great opportunity to remind our members about a valuable resource available to ECI students!
Through our partners at Citizens State Bank, you can access a premium, approved online financial literacy program at no cost. Learn more here: https://banzai.org/ and email jadams@mycsbin.com for access.
Thank you, Citizens State Bank, for investing in financial literacy and ECI students!
Through our partners at Citizens State Bank, you can access a premium, approved online financial literacy program at no cost. Learn more here: https://banzai.org/ and email jadams@mycsbin.com for access.
Thank you, Citizens State Bank, for investing in financial literacy and ECI students!
The research is clear - principal leadership matters! As the new school year begins, now is the time to ensure your principals have intentional support in place.
Our Principal Mentorship Program provides personalized one-on-one and small-group support to help leaders build self-awareness, set meaningful goals, expand their resources and networks, and strengthen their impact and resiliency.
Don’t wait until challenges arise. Start the year with the right support in place. Contact Pat Haney for more information. phaney@eastcentralesc.com
Our Principal Mentorship Program provides personalized one-on-one and small-group support to help leaders build self-awareness, set meaningful goals, expand their resources and networks, and strengthen their impact and resiliency.
Don’t wait until challenges arise. Start the year with the right support in place. Contact Pat Haney for more information. phaney@eastcentralesc.com
There’s a lot to celebrate in Indiana’s latest assessment results! We’re proud of the educators and leaders moving the needle for students.
Special shoutout to Parkside Elementary and Bartholomew CSC, recognized at today’s SBOE meeting for outstanding literacy growth!
Special shoutout to Parkside Elementary and Bartholomew CSC, recognized at today’s SBOE meeting for outstanding literacy growth!
Did you know that 3 of 10 new IN teachers leave the profession in the 1st 5 years? Our New & Beginning Teachers program is designed to provide teachers in their first years of practice with support that promotes longevity/effectiveness. Learn more: https://shorturl.at/gXnRx
Ready to put AI to work for you?
Join us on 9/10 for a full day of hands-on AI learning designed for educators at every comfort level.
AM Session | You Don’t Have to be afrAId
Build confidence, explore AI platforms, and discover safe, practical ways AI can lighten your workload.
https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/whn8ua3
PM Session | Platforms, Prompting, and Partners
Go deeper with prompting strategies and AI tools you can immediately put to work for planning, instruction, and everyday tasks.
https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/2d4sedm
Choose one session, or join us for both!
Note: Member Credits can be used for registration!
Join us on 9/10 for a full day of hands-on AI learning designed for educators at every comfort level.
AM Session | You Don’t Have to be afrAId
Build confidence, explore AI platforms, and discover safe, practical ways AI can lighten your workload.
https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/whn8ua3
PM Session | Platforms, Prompting, and Partners
Go deeper with prompting strategies and AI tools you can immediately put to work for planning, instruction, and everyday tasks.
https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/2d4sedm
Choose one session, or join us for both!
Note: Member Credits can be used for registration!
Shouting Happy Birthday to our Taylor Philhower. Taylor’s dedication to bringing high-quality career-connect learning to our region is making an impact, and we’re lucky to have her on our team.
Have a great day, Taylor!
Have a great day, Taylor!
Last year, we partnered with 16 districts to provide in-district PD designed around their specific goals and needs. Planning for 26–27 is underway, and our calendar is filling up. If your district is looking for customized professional learning, now is the time to reserve your dates. Learn more: https://shorturl.at/0MCzI
The teacher evaluation process is governed by Indiana law, and on Sept. 9, we’re offering a session to help admin unpack their roles as primary or secondary evaluators. Register here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/cwp76a6/lp/c786b87e-6e07-48ae-96d7-56adbf5406bb
