On Friday, our own Lora Wilson and Lindsey Lovern presented at the Rural Education Summit in Plainfield, highlighting key strategies to support student success.
Lindsey shared insights on Forge Your Future, emphasizing the importance of starting career-connected learning conversations in middle school, while Lora discussed Building Resilient Students and Schools and the powerful impact of equipping staff with trauma-informed practices.
We’re proud to share the work happening across our region and its impact on students and schools.
There’s still time to register for our upcoming Building Dynamic Teams Luncheon! Check out this short clip as Pat explains what you can expect to gain from this session! Register now: https://shorturl.at/n3HTU
Free for ECESC Members!
https://youtu.be/8vPfnp4dUDI
Free for ECESC Members!
https://youtu.be/8vPfnp4dUDI
Join us in celebrating Paula Fiscus, our Secondary Instructional Specialist! Paula’s leadership in work-based learning and secondary professional development continues to support educators across our region and impact student learning.
Wishing you a wonderful birthday, Paula!
Wishing you a wonderful birthday, Paula!
Today, we hosted regional Tech Directors for this month’s collaboration. Directors engaged in conversations around purchasing, the INCTO Clinic, & asset/help desk mgmt, areas that keep districts running efficiently. Thank you, Washega & Bluum, for supporting this convening.
Meet Amber Lear
With nearly two decades in education, Amber serves as ECESC’s Member Engagement Specialist, supporting districts in maximizing cooperative purchasing opportunities and fully leveraging ESC resources. With experience as a teacher, instructional coach, and district consultant, Amber brings a strong understanding of both instructional needs and operational efficiency.
Amber supports districts in:
• Cooperative Purchasing Support
• ESC Resource Utilization
• Vendor & Partnership Navigation
• Cost-Saving Strategies for School
With nearly two decades in education, Amber serves as ECESC’s Member Engagement Specialist, supporting districts in maximizing cooperative purchasing opportunities and fully leveraging ESC resources. With experience as a teacher, instructional coach, and district consultant, Amber brings a strong understanding of both instructional needs and operational efficiency.
Amber supports districts in:
• Cooperative Purchasing Support
• ESC Resource Utilization
• Vendor & Partnership Navigation
• Cost-Saving Strategies for School
! ECPA Webinar Date Change !
Don’t miss the opportunity to explore a free e-purchasing solution for your district. NOW ON APR. 29, we're offering a webinar featuring Indigo, a free platform designed to help streamline purchasing.
Register: https://shorturl.at/IID3f
Don’t miss the opportunity to explore a free e-purchasing solution for your district. NOW ON APR. 29, we're offering a webinar featuring Indigo, a free platform designed to help streamline purchasing.
Register: https://shorturl.at/IID3f
Join us for a powerful session designed for school and nonprofit leaders ready to strengthen their teams and lead more effectively by building a shared understanding of team strengths, enhance collaboration, and reduce burnout through the Working Genius framework. You’ll leave with practical resources you can apply immediately to summer planning and leadership retreats.
Free for ECESC members!
Register now: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/8uppfh6?__cf_chl_rt_tk=x1qL0aUK_j0kJ5gFpDBq2Z0bjGk6PNBfY0Dw._8GV70-1776114520-1.0.1.1-qlrR4lHb5w8ajDOrSYI_eHpqacGz0ftgrmB9D66J8Co
Free for ECESC members!
Register now: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/8uppfh6?__cf_chl_rt_tk=x1qL0aUK_j0kJ5gFpDBq2Z0bjGk6PNBfY0Dw._8GV70-1776114520-1.0.1.1-qlrR4lHb5w8ajDOrSYI_eHpqacGz0ftgrmB9D66J8Co
Thank you to Troy Jester & the Henry Co. Emergency Mgmt Agency for the generous donation of a NOAA Weather Radio. This resource helps us stay informed, strengthening our ability to keep students and educators in our space safe. We’re grateful for the continued partnership!
Meet Lindsey Lovern
Lindsey serves as ECESC’s Director of Strategy and Innovation, partnering with districts to build capacity for innovation and drive strategic impact. With experience in instruction and intervention and as a curriculum director, she brings a well-rounded perspective to supporting schools in advancing meaningful, forward-thinking initiatives. Lindsey is especially passionate about career-connected learning and helping districts turn innovative ideas into actionable results.
Lindsey supports districts in:
• Strategic Planning & Innovation
• Grant Acquisition & Implementation
• Career-Connected Learning Initiatives
• Program Development & Scaling
• Continuous Improvement Strategies
Lindsey serves as ECESC’s Director of Strategy and Innovation, partnering with districts to build capacity for innovation and drive strategic impact. With experience in instruction and intervention and as a curriculum director, she brings a well-rounded perspective to supporting schools in advancing meaningful, forward-thinking initiatives. Lindsey is especially passionate about career-connected learning and helping districts turn innovative ideas into actionable results.
Lindsey supports districts in:
• Strategic Planning & Innovation
• Grant Acquisition & Implementation
• Career-Connected Learning Initiatives
• Program Development & Scaling
• Continuous Improvement Strategies
K–8 Teachers, how are you introducing your students to career-connected learning? Join us for a Forge Your Future Educator Experience and explore our engaging RIASEC Room activities, designed to help students discover their interests and connect learning to future careers.
This session offers a unique opportunity to see the experience in action, with an elementary student group on-site so you can observe young learners engaging in the RIASEC rooms firsthand. More importantly, you’ll walk away with practical strategies and ready-to-use ideas you can implement in your own classroom to bring career-connected learning to life.
Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your instruction and expand what’s possible for your students!
Register here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/2c25ua2
This session offers a unique opportunity to see the experience in action, with an elementary student group on-site so you can observe young learners engaging in the RIASEC rooms firsthand. More importantly, you’ll walk away with practical strategies and ready-to-use ideas you can implement in your own classroom to bring career-connected learning to life.
Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your instruction and expand what’s possible for your students!
Register here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/2c25ua2
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/
