OESCA Spring Conference

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Ohio educational service center (ESC) staff are invited for networking, professional learning, state initiative updates and resource sharing at OESCA’s 2025 Spring Conference. The conference will take place on May 12 – 13, 2025.

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Registration

$400 for member ESC staff (fifth attendee from same ESC 1/2 off - each of five attendees from same ESC will be charged $360)

$450 for non-members

Deadline to register  – April 28, 2025. Registrations received after this date are subject to a $25 late fee per registrant. Refunds will be given for cancellations made in writing on or before May 1, 2025.

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Hotel Information

Hilton Hotel Columbus/Polaris

8700 Lyra Drive

Columbus, OH 43240

Room Block Information

Book Your Room: here

Deadline to Book: April 19, 2025

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Agenda at a Glance

6:30 – 9:00 pm

Polaris Foyer

 Exhibitor Set-Up

8:00 am – 9:00 am 

Polaris Ballroom/Foyer

Registration and Continental Breakfast

9:00 am – 9:15 am

Polaris Ballroom

Spring Conference Opening 

9:15 am – 10:15 am

Polaris Ballroom

Featured Presentation

10:15 am – 10:30 am

Polaris Foyer

Networking and Booth Break

10:30 am – 11:15 am

Breakout Session 1

11:15 am – 11:30 am

Polaris Foyer

Networking and Booth Break

11:30 am – 12:15 pm

Breakout Session 2

12:15 pm – 1:00 pm

Polaris Ballroom

Lunch

1:15 – 2:00 pm

Breakout Session 3

2:00 pm – 2:15 pm

Polaris Foyer

Networking and Booth Break

2:15 pm – 3:00 pm

Breakout Session 4

3:30 pm – 4:30 pm

Outside

Cocktail Reception

5:00 pm – 6:30 pm 

Gemini Ballroom A

Executive Committee Meeting and Dinner

8:00 am – 9:00 am

Polaris Ballroom/Foyer

Breakfast

9:00 am – 10:00 am

Polaris Ballroom

General Session

10:00 am – 10:15 am

Polaris Foyer

Networking and Booth Break

10:15 am – 11:00 am

Breakout Session 5

11:00 am – 11:45 am

Breakout Session 6

11:45 am – noon 

Polaris Foyer

Networking and Booth Break

Noon – 1:00 pm

Polaris Ballroom

Lunch and General Session

1:00 pm

Adjourn

Save the Date

OESCA Spring Conference

May 12 – 13, 2025

Conference Contact:

Meredith Johnson
Member Services Coordinator
johnson@oesca.org

Registration is Now Open

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Monday, May 12, 10:30 am – 11:15 am

Empowering Educators: Implementing Ohio's Leveled Coaching Model to Build a Culture of Literacy Strengthening Educational Systems through ESC, SST, & College Collaboration

Data & Cyber Security
Expanding Access to Industry-Recognized Credentials Jumpstart Your Future with GRIT Amplifying Educator Impact: Harnessing AI in Education
Polaris Ballroom A Polaris Ballroom BE Polaris Ballroom C Polaris Ballroom D Polaris Ballroom F Lyra Boardroom

Monday, May 12, 11:30 am – 12:15 pm

Building a Foundation for Success: policies and procedures, monitoring practices and sustaining excellence in student supports related to implementation of IDEA College Board: An Integrated Approach to College & Career Readiness Building Capacity from Within: Strengthening Human Capital with a Portrait of an ESC Professional Around the State: The Rematch Leading an Inquiry into Technology and Career Planning How Integrated AI Can Empower Teachers and Students
Polaris Ballroom A Polaris Ballroom BE Polaris Ballroom C Polaris Ballroom D Polaris Ballroom F Lyra Boardroom

Monday, May 12, 1:15 – 2:00 pm

Implementing for impact: Accelerating math learning in Ohio with supplemental digital tools Navigating the Data Maze: A Collaborative Approach to Supporting Educators Meaningful Mentoring Practices for New Leaders From Learners to Leaders: The Impact of the Student Advisory Delegation Fostering Ownership & Motivation in English Learners & All Learners Practical Strategies For Becoming Augmented Educators and Leaders
Polaris Ballroom A Polaris Ballroom BE Polaris Ballroom C Polaris Ballroom D Polaris Ballroom F Lyra Boardroom

Monday, May 12, 2:15 – 3:00 pm

Cultivating Homegrown Educators: Leveraging Ohio's Grow Your Own and Apprenticeship Initiative Sustainability and Continued Initiatives After COVID Relief Funding Ohio Regional Speech-Language Pathology and School Psychology Consultants Reimagining Attendance: A Community-Based, Data-Driven Approach with Alternative Learning Options Empowering Futures: Immersive Learning in Career Exploration & Workforce Development Leading with AI: Empowering Teachers, Enhancing Outcomes
Polaris Ballroom A Polaris Ballroom BE Polaris Ballroom C Polaris Ballroom D Polaris Ballroom F Lyra Boardroom

Tuesday, May 13, 10:15 – 11:00 am

Ohio's Plan for K-12 Mathematics

 Collaborative Forum - Curriculum for Students with Complex Needs Unpacking Vendor Contracts - Look-fors, Negotiation Tips, and Safeguarding Student Data Privacy Disconnect2Connect Initiative in Greene County--  Collective Impact Amongst Agencies  Building Bridges to Brighter Futures: ESC Workforce Development in Action Code Breakers: Unlocking AI Literacy
Polaris Ballroom A Polaris Ballroom BE Polaris Ballroom C Polaris Ballroom D Polaris Ballroom F Lyra Boardroom

Tuesday, May 13, 11:00 – 11:45 am

Empowering Educators: Exploring Free Resources in the Ohio Learning Community

 Optimizing School-Based OT and PT Services for Student Achievement: Frequently Asked Questions DEI Reset Strengthening Community Partnerships: The Miami County Family Resource Coordination Program

Future-Ready Fusion:  Igniting Student Potential Through Lifestyle Learning

 Decoding HQIM: Enhancing Instruction with Quality Online Instructional Design
Polaris Ballroom A Polaris Ballroom BE Polaris Ballroom C Polaris Ballroom D Polaris Ballroom F Lyra Boardroom

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