This program is designed to introduce prospective leaders to the essential responsibilities, skills, challenges and rewards associated with school administration from a practitioners' perspective. Program attendees will: Explore typical duties and responsibilities of a building administrator to help candidates make an informed decision relative to entering a principal-preparation program. Enhance leadership skills and recognize personal […]
Current research on our literacy crisis suggests educators need to rethink instructional and assessment practices. How should early childhood educators implement equitable practices to close reading gaps? The New Teacher Project (2018) published a study, The Opportunity Myth, in which researchers examined class expectations and student outcomes. The study highlighted the inequity issue and further […]
A framework of lessons to help launch your writing year The first weeks of school can make or break your plans for leading an effective writer’s workshop. That’s why it’s so important to start the year with a proven game plan for building better writers in grades K-2. Participate from the comfort of your home […]
What you’ll learn during this workshop: Understand the four phases of the workshop launch. Learn classroom-tested routines and procedures to establish the writing environment. Set the tone that writing occurs daily. Receive organizational ideas for writers’ notebooks. Learn day-by-day strategies to introduce the 6 Traits of Writing so teachers and students are using a common […]
What you’ll learn during this workshop: Learn how the five components of reading can be supported with literacy stations. Recognize how literacy stations can be used to address grade-level specific standards. Gain ideas for planning purposeful, achievement-driven station activities. Boost students’ comprehension of literature and informational texts with listening stations. Learn how to establish routines […]
Workshop Details This workshop is perfect for: Grades 3-12 Teachers Literacy Coaches Literacy Coordinators Title I Teachers/Directors ELL Teachers High-Ability Teachers Administrators What you’ll learn during this workshop: Understand the four phases of the workshop launch. Learn classroom-tested routines and procedures to establish the writing environment. Set the tone that writing occurs daily. Receive organizational […]
Workshop Details This workshop is perfect for: K-5 Classroom Teachers Literacy Coaches Literacy Coordinators Title I Teachers/Directors Special Education Teachers ELL Teachers K-5 High-Ability Teachers Elementary Administrators What you’ll learn during this workshop: Learn how to develop a schedule where small-group reading occurs in tandem with students working independently in literacy stations. Obtain ways to […]
What you’ll learn during this workshop: Learn how to develop a schedule where small-group reading occurs in tandem with students working independently in literacy stations. Obtain ways to utilize teacher-led small groups during the reading block. Understand how to interpret the reading levels of students and match them with appropriate text. Gain strategies to support […]
Learn the components of the English language that contribute to the development of reading. Learn about the phonology, orthography and structure of the English language while taking a comprehensive look at how students learn to read and write. Plan and implement systematic, explicit, multisensory language instruction that meets the guidelines of the National Reading Panel […]
What you’ll learn during this workshop: Demystify the inference process in order to answer comprehension questions about complex texts. Attack questions with test-taking tips to support finding the “best” and “most likely” answers. Define the ingredients to a strong constructed response. Propel students beyond simply stating evidence to explaining it. Identify a step-by-step process for […]
Grades K-3 ELA Focus Grades K-3 Math Focus Interested in talking with colleagues across the Archdiocese who teach the same grade/subjects? Let’s get together to create connections, share ideas and collaborate on resources. Learn about the updated GCS, resources and much more. Sessions will be driven by teacher needs/wants/questions. Sessions will be split into 2 […]
The Educational Service Center of Central Ohio is pleased to announce an in person professional development opportunity for teachers and GIS's on June 6 & 7, 2022. Our presenter will be Lisa Van Gemert, nationally renowned GiftedGuru. Lisa is a "giftedland” native who has vast experience as a gifted educator, parent of gifted children, and […]
Grades K-3 Math Focus Interested in talking with colleagues across the Archdiocese who teach the same grade/subjects? Let’s get together to create connections, share ideas and collaborate on resources. Learn about the updated GCS, resources and much more. Sessions will be driven by teacher needs/wants/questions. Sessions will be split into 2 smaller sessions. 1st session […]
The Educational Service Center of Central Ohio is pleased to announce an in person professional development opportunity for teachers and GIS's on June 6 & 7, 2022. Our presenter will be Lisa Van Gemert, nationally renowned GiftedGuru. Lisa is a "giftedland” native who has vast experience as a gifted educator, parent of gifted children, and […]
Technology Coordinators and Teachers Interested in talking with colleagues across the Archdiocese who teach the same grade/subjects? Let’s get together to create connections, share ideas and collaborate on resources. Learn about the updated GCS, resources and much more. Sessions will be driven by teacher needs/wants/questions. Sessions will be split into 2 smaller sessions. 1st session […]
Are you a teacher of grades 3-6 who loves to find new books for your students to enjoy? Join other middle grade teachers virtually to read and discuss children's books. We'll meet on the first Tuesday of the month. Each month, we'll focus on one middle grade novel to read and discuss. Teachers will be […]
The 2022 Ohio Teacher Leadership Summit will be held on June 8. This exciting event will be held at the Ohio Union on the campus of The Ohio State University and bring together educators from schools, districts and organizations doing innovative work to develop teacher leaders by sharing successes, lessons learned and strategies for overcoming […]
Intervention Specialists/Reading Specialists/SLP Interested in talking with colleagues across the Archdiocese who teach the same grade/subjects? Let’s get together to create connections, share ideas and collaborate on resources. Learn about the updated GCS, resources and much more. Sessions will be driven by teacher needs/wants/questions. Sessions will be split into 2 smaller sessions. 1st session will […]
Be deliberate in enriching your students' lives Webinar The Strategic Teacher With Karen Gazith June 8, 2022 | 3:00 p.m. EDT Join education expert Karen Gazith in this one-hour webinar on how to implement instructional strategies to build a rich learning environment for your students. By the end of the webinar, you will know how […]
LETSGO-OH created the Summer Symposium in 2019 to bring together educators and district staff using Apple devices in K-12 school districts. Designed for teachers, instructional and technology coaches, and technical support staff, the symposium provides an opportunity for attendees to engage in hands-on learning, collaborate, and network with other Apple users. Attendees will leave the event […]
Related Arts Teachers Interested in talking with colleagues across the Archdiocese who teach the same grade/subjects? Let’s get together to create connections, share ideas and collaborate on resources. Learn about the updated GCS, resources and much more. Sessions will be driven by teacher needs/wants/questions. Sessions will be split into 2 smaller sessions. 1st session will […]
Related Arts Teachers Interested in talking with colleagues across the Archdiocese who teach the same grade/subjects? Let’s get together to create connections, share ideas and collaborate on resources. Learn about the updated GCS, resources and much more. Sessions will be driven by teacher needs/wants/questions. Sessions will be split into 2 smaller sessions. 1st session will […]
Grades 4-8 ELA Teachers and Science Teachers Grades 4-8 Math Teachers and Social Studies Teachers Interested in talking with colleagues across the Archdiocese who teach the same grade/subjects? Let’s get together to create connections, share ideas and collaborate on resources. Learn about the updated GCS, resources and much more. Sessions will be driven by […]
Grades 4-8 ELA Teachers and Science Teachers Grades 4-8 Math Teachers and Social Studies Teachers Interested in talking with colleagues across the Archdiocese who teach the same grade/subjects? Let’s get together to create connections, share ideas and collaborate on resources. Learn about the updated GCS, resources and much more. Sessions will be driven by […]
The one-day Summer Literacy Institute aims to bring high-quality professional learning to Central Ohio. Join fellow educators as we consider current topics and trends around literacy. Keynote presentations with Dr. Sara Kajder and Ernest Morrell in addition to breakout sessions with Wiley Blevins, Dr. Josh Lawrence, Stella Villalba, Franki Sibberson and other literacy experts. The […]
Literacy lovers unite at our 2022 Summer Literacy Institute! Join fellow Central Ohio educators for a day full of literacy learning--from new tools to consider to curating text sets to English Learner language development. There will be a session for everyone. LEARN MORE
This new institute will focus on how leadership works best for instructional leaders by emphasizing the essential mindframes and research to effectively lead teaching, learning and change. This 3 pronged approach will help participants refine current practices to glean the greatest learning outcomes for both staff and students and make the most of the precious […]
Disruptions brought on by the pandemic have had a negative impact on young readers - with many struggling to meet literacy goals. How can we support early learners and build strong, confident readers in the wake of interrupted learning? This instruction-focused presentation will provide evidence-based tips for supporting early readers, with additional guidance for addressing […]
June 15 Go deep this summer at the Project Zero in Ohio one-day conference. Learn how to develop and deepen cultures of thinking in your classrooms and explore practices for engaging students and educators. Learn More
For students to succeed with today’s rigorous comprehension standards, it will take more than read-alouds and class discussions. Real mastery comes when educators use explicit instruction to teach core thinking skills that can be applied to any text. When you join Kristina Smekens for CompCON, you’ll learn how to make your whole-class instruction more explicit […]
For students to succeed with today’s rigorous comprehension standards, it will take more than read-alouds and class discussions. Real mastery comes when educators use explicit instruction to teach core thinking skills that can be applied to any text. When you join Kristina Smekens for CompCON, you’ll learn how to make your whole-class instruction more explicit […]
For students to succeed with today’s rigorous comprehension standards, it will take more than read-alouds and class discussions. Real mastery comes when educators use explicit instruction to teach core thinking skills that can be applied to any text. When you join Kristina Smekens for CompCON, you’ll learn how to make your whole-class instruction more explicit […]
In this self-paced, online book study based on Warren Berger and Elise Foster's book, Beautiful Questions in the Classroom: Transforming Classrooms Into Cultures of Curiosity and Inquiry, you will explore the importance of questioning and how inquiry leads to learning, innovation, and personal growth. You will also learn strategies to inspire bigger, more beautiful student […]