North Point
Educational Service Center - PD Update *August 2024*
Looking Ahead: December 2024
LEGAL UPDATE for Building Level & District Level Leaders
North Point ESC welcomes Weston Hurd LLP Partner,
Eric Johnson, to share updates on the legal issues
impacting school operations, as well as critical
training that every Building and/or District
Level Administrator should be aware of
on professional conduct, including the
use of social media.
BREAKFAST WILL BE PROVIDED FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS
FREE for Member Districts; $49 for Non-Member Districts
Tuesday, Dec 17, 2024, 08:30 AM
EHOVE Career Center, West Mason Road, Milan, OH, USA
πTech the Halls with STEM-tastic Joy! π
π Come see what a VEX Robotics Event looks like! It's FREE! Bring your students!
We welcome anyone to attend and spectate and/or volunteer!
If you are interested in volunteering, please fill out this form or reach out to whaleyn@norwalktruckers.net. THANK YOU! We look forward to seeing you there!
π AI Unlocked: Transforming Teaching Techniques- Part 2 - Dec.4
9-3 pm
Erie County Health Dept.
Reach out to cdanhoff@npesc.org or char.shryock@npesc.org with any questions.
π Examining the Elements of High-Quality Instruction in Science - Dec. 11
βοΈ Tech & STEM Connect Network on January 7
9-11 am
NOECA & Zoom
CLICK HERE TO ADD THIS EVENT TO YOUR CALENDAR!
Reach out to cdanhoff@npesc.org with any questions.
Coming Soon! Stay tuned for the Adolescent Literacy Improvement Pathways with Kelsy + Marcy
January 8th, 2025 Career Readiness Summit at Kalahari from 9am - 3pm
Upcoming Career Readiness Events
2/19 - Regional Career Coaches Mtg.
4/23 - Regional Career Coaches Mtg.
5/7 - Career Readiness Summit
YouScience
*Would you like your Educators to learn how to use YouScience as a tool in the classroom?
*Would like a PD on YouScience?
*Are your students using their YouScience results?
*Do you need assistance with your YouScience program?
Please reach out TODAY!
Ashley Spangler - aspangler@npesc.org
PortfoliOH
Compile all Career Readiness pieces in ONE place!
- Compile GRADUATION SEALS
- Compile WORK-BASED LEARNING HOURS
- Compile VOLUNTEER HOURS
- Compile IRC DATA
- and much much more . . .
Please reach out TODAY!
Ashley Spangler - aspangler@npesc.org
How to implement IRC's into your Curriculum
Did you miss our North Point IRC Lunch and Learn Webinar Series?
Click on the link to check out what you missed!
IRC Webinar ResourcesPlease reach out with any questions you may have TODAY!
Ashley Spangler - aspangler@npesc.org
π‘Beyond the One-Size-Fits-All Classroom: Differentiation & Student-Led Learning
DECEMBER 6th, 2024 - 9am-3pm
Contact Hours: 6
Led by NPESC's Gifted Services Supervisor, Brandi Goodwin
Competencies A & C
Unlock the Potential of Every Student - ESPECIALLY your gifties!
Join me for an engaging, hands-on day of professional, "Beyond the One-Size-Fits-All Classroom: Differentiation & Student-Led Learning," designed to equip educators with the tools and strategies needed to meet the diverse needs of their students.
This session will dive into practical techniques for differentiating instruction and empowering students to take ownership of their learning. Through a blend of theory, hands-on activities, and collaborative planning, you'll leave with actionable ideas to create a more personalized, student-centered classroom environment.
This session is perfect for K-12 educators seeking to enhance student engagement and academic success. Donβt miss this opportunity to transform your teaching approach and inspire your students!
βββ New this year >>> MICROCREDENTIALS! βββ
Check out our PD Catalog for Details! ππ
School Counselor & Social Worker Networks
Dennis Doughty will continue leading our North Point School Counselor & Social Worker Networks for 24-25 school year.
You will be receiving calendar invitations and Zoom links as meetings approach.
School Counselors and Social Workers will reconvene after the holidays ~ see you in January!
Questions? Email Denny at: ddoughty@npesc.org
* * SAVE THE DATES ~ Angie Rechtine is coming to the NPESC Region * *
We are so excited to share with you that Angie Rechtine is coming to the North Point Region
(Registration Details will be coming in December)
January 21 - Tiered Behavior Supports
February 6 - Supporting Emotional Regulation
February 26 - Promoting Positive Behavior with PBIS
(Registration Details will be coming in December)
Instructional Coaching Workshop Series
Igniting Math Conversations Upcoming Workshops
Directors of Operations Network
We have a *new* Directors of Operations Network for those in your district who lead areas like: Facilities, Grounds, Transportation & Food Service. Please email Carrie Sanchez at csanchez@npesc.org if you missed our first gathering. We will meet again January 15th at NOECA and via Zoom!
Ashland Credit - Enhanced Opportunities for '24-'25
Ashland Credit will again be available for those participating in Professional Networks through North Point for the 2024-2025 School Year.
New this year: 1 Hour, 2 Hour and 3 Hour options.
This is an EXCELLENT way to earn credit with the work you are already doing! CLICK HERE for details and information. Questions? Contact Carrie Sanchez - csanchez@npesc.org or 419-627-3930