It's National Apprenticeship Week. Here, in East Central Indiana, we are preparing our students for the future. Take a look! #NAW2026 https://www.youtube.com/shorts/bUc6NZQGSzY
Today, we proudly recognize the incredible school bus drivers who serve students across our region. Each day, they do far more than transport students; they create a safe, welcoming start and end to the school day, build relationships, and set a positive tone for learning.
Please join us in wishing Liz Ferris, Regional Career Coach, a very happy birthday! Liz’s dedication to expanding career-connected learning opportunities continues to make a meaningful difference for students across East Central Indiana.
We’re grateful to have Liz on our team!
We’re grateful to have Liz on our team!
Meet Ben Burris
Ben serves as ECESC’s Technology Consultant, providing support that helps schools navigate the ever-evolving world of technology infrastructure and planning. Through ECESC’s shared service partnership with Western Wayne Schools, Ben is able to extend his expertise to districts across the region, an excellent example of how shared services create value for students, educators, and schools alike.
Ben supports ECESC through:
• Technology Infrastructure Planning
• IT Systems Support & Optimization
• Strategic Technology Integration
• Shared Services Collaboration
Ben serves as ECESC’s Technology Consultant, providing support that helps schools navigate the ever-evolving world of technology infrastructure and planning. Through ECESC’s shared service partnership with Western Wayne Schools, Ben is able to extend his expertise to districts across the region, an excellent example of how shared services create value for students, educators, and schools alike.
Ben supports ECESC through:
• Technology Infrastructure Planning
• IT Systems Support & Optimization
• Strategic Technology Integration
• Shared Services Collaboration
We were proud to bring together education, nonprofit, and business leaders today for a leadership luncheon focused on developing dynamic teams. Participants explored practical tools and strategies to strengthen collaboration, build cohesion, and create more connected leadership teams, an essential foundation for the success and sustainability of any organization. Thanks to all who attended!
Reminder: Our FREE, virtual April STEM Affinity Group will be held on April 28. Those interested in collaborating on this topic should plan to join. Register here: https://shorturl.at/cQP7Z
To further support specialized roles within our districts, we are partnering with other Indiana ESCs to offer two NEW virtual affinity groups, focused on School Safety and Transportation. Each group will include relevant updates from state agencies and time for questions and open discussion. Contact phaney@eastcentralesc.com for more information.
To further support specialized roles within our districts, we are partnering with other Indiana ESCs to offer two NEW virtual affinity groups, focused on School Safety and Transportation. Each group will include relevant updates from state agencies and time for questions and open discussion. Contact phaney@eastcentralesc.com for more information.
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
We’re excited to share that our own Lindsey Lovern will be presenting at the IEI District Leaders Conference in Denver in May. We’re proud to have Lindsey representing ECESC and advancing innovative, student-centered practices on a national level! https://shorturl.at/2tJFl
Reminder - Don’t miss an opportunity to explore a free e-purchasing solution for your district! NOW ON APR. 29, ECPA is offering a webinar featuring Indigo, a free marketplace platform designed to help districts streamline purchasing and save! Register: https://shorturl.at/IID3f
Meet Teresa Amick
With an incredible 34 years of service, Teresa is ECESC’s longest-serving employee and a trusted leader in managing the organization’s financial operations. As Treasurer, she ensures resources are used efficiently to support strong educational outcomes, while maintaining accurate and transparent financial records that our team and Board can rely on. Teresa’s deep institutional knowledge and longstanding commitment play a critical role in sustaining ECESC’s impact across the region.
Teresa supports ECESC through:
• Financial Oversight & Management
• Budgeting & Resource Allocation
• Accurate Financial Reporting
• Fiscal Accountability & Compliance
• Long-Term Organizational Stability
With an incredible 34 years of service, Teresa is ECESC’s longest-serving employee and a trusted leader in managing the organization’s financial operations. As Treasurer, she ensures resources are used efficiently to support strong educational outcomes, while maintaining accurate and transparent financial records that our team and Board can rely on. Teresa’s deep institutional knowledge and longstanding commitment play a critical role in sustaining ECESC’s impact across the region.
Teresa supports ECESC through:
• Financial Oversight & Management
• Budgeting & Resource Allocation
• Accurate Financial Reporting
• Fiscal Accountability & Compliance
• Long-Term Organizational Stability
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
