East Central Educational Service Center

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!

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

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!

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!

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!

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

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. This program is designed to help teachers build confidence in their first years! Register here:
https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/qffpewj/lp/2d545c47-6958-4204-94ae-3313b3a6c420

Join our Fall MTSS Professional Learning Series to gain strategies for implementing a strengths-based MTSS framework that supports academic and behavioral success.

Perfect for K–12 educators, administrators, and district teams.
Register: https://shorturl.at/4a9cH

Verbal Intervention Training prepares staff to respond to & prevent low-risk crisis behavior w/non-restrictive intervention. Participants learn verbal interventions that effectively de-escalate challenging behavior. Register here for our 8/27 event! https://shorturl.at/UFMzb

Our team had a great day helping the Flat Rock-Hawcreek Jets reach new heights with MagicSchool AI! There was no shortage of "aha!" moments as educators explored ways AI can streamline planning, personalize learning, and free up more time for what matters most - students!

This just in…
ECPA will host a webinar on August 13 at 10 am to share how Indigo’s marketplace platform can deliver BIG SAVINGS for districts. Register today!
https://ciesc-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/0dMDYYL9Q9SGzORg94Fo5g#/registration

Are you ready to strengthen your students' Career Literacy skills? Join us for a FREE, two-day, in-person training presented by The DeBruce Foundation and gain hands-on experience with resources aligned to IN's PCC & Employability Skills Standards and Career Coaching Framework.

Ideal for Career Coaches, Counselors, CTE & PCC Teachers
Dates: August 18-19
Register today: https://debruce.org/event/indiana-agilities-coach-training-august-18-19/

Attention Technology Leaders!
Mark your calendar for 8/20 for our Technology Leaders Monthly Collaborative, sponsored by Managed Methods. Make connections, share insights, and build capacity! Those interested should contact Ben Burris at bburris@eastcentralesc.com.

It's #INInternDay!

Today we're celebrating the talented interns who help move our work forward. Alongside the Indiana Institute for Workforce Excellence and the Indiana Commission for Higher Education, we're recognizing the dedication, creativity, and passion our interns bring to ECESC.

Thank you, Emily Lightfield (IU East, 2026-27) and Ava Gillock (New Castle HS) & Makaela Buchanan (IU East), our 2025-26 interns. We appreciate you!

Join us in wishing our Associate RIASEC Coordinator, Laura Hamm, a Happy Work Anniversary!

Thank you, Laura, for your passion for expanding career-connected learning opportunities for students. Through your leadership, schools are helping students explore their interests and prepare for their future!

Congrats! We’re proud to have you on our team!

Join our Fall MTSS Series to gain practical strategies for implementing a strengths-based MTSS framework that supports academic and behavioral success.
Perfect for K–12 educators, administrators, and district teams.

Register: https://shorturl.at/4a9cH

Join our Fall MTSS Professional Learning Series to gain practical strategies for implementing a strengths-based MTSS framework that supports academic and behavioral success. Learn how to leverage data, strategic scheduling, and targeted interventions to improve outcomes for every learner.

Perfect for K–12 educators, administrators, and district teams.

Register: https://shorturl.at/4a9cH