West Central Indiana
Educational Service Center
Excellence through Collaboration
Welcome our new Virtual events partner
strobel education!
WCIESC Members receive a 30% discount Email us for the code
https://strobeleducation.com/live-virtual-teacher-workshops/#workshops
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You asked.
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We listened.
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Check out the variety of Virtual workshops scheduled this year!
Explore WCIESC's extensive learning options. We offer a full range of learning opportunities for the educational community to continue pursuing excellence through full day, half day, PD pop virtual, On Demand and FREE workshops!
WCIESC strives to assure excellence in teaching, learning, and educational leadership through region-based staff development programs. The Center provides in-service staff development trainings for all school personnel, planning and technical assistance, resource material, and a communication link with the IDOE, local school corporation staff development contacts, and state and national staff development groups.
For questions or specific PD for your corporation contact: Tim McRoberts
*Cancellation Policy:
For refund/no charge, we request a 48 hour notice if you must cancel your attendance at any of our workshops.
WORKSHOPS
October 16, 2026
Respond by October 9, 2026
Curriculum Director Networking
More Information to follow
Location TBD
Time 9:00 am -1:00 pm Lunch provided by Discovery Education
If you are unable to register online, or if you have questions, call 765-653-2727 or email cphillips@wciesc.k12.in.us.
Cancellation Policy: For refund/no charge, we request a 48 hour notice if you must cancel your attendance at any of our workshops.
To register online, click on the button above to submit a registration.
November 4, 2026
Respond by October 27, 2026
Media/Library Center Networking
Special Guest Maddy Pearson with PebbleGo/Capstone
Location 1 N Calbert Way, Greencastle, IN
Time 9:00 am -1:00 pm Lunch provided by PebbleGo/Capstone
If you are unable to register online, or if you have questions, call 765-653-2727 or email cphillips@wciesc.k12.in.us.
Cancellation Policy: For refund/no charge, we request a 48 hour notice if you must cancel your attendance at any of our workshops.
To register online, click on the button above to submit a registration.
November 4, December 9, 2026, February 1, March 8, 2027
(September - completed)
Please respond by November 1 2026 for November 4th event
This series will be recorded so there is still time to join all sessions!
MTSS 5 part Virtual Series-Understanding Data, Needs and Implementation for All
(Virtual)
Presented by Stephanie Stollar & Melissa Gill
Educators take reading instruction personally. Finding the approach that clicks with your students can be challenging. That's why this MTSS Cohort Series starts by unraveling the essentials of MTSS and the science of reading, providing you with a strong foundation for supporting every student's learning and ultimately improving reading outcomes. Let's focus on analyzing our data and purposeful next steps to support all learners across the tiers. Join Stephanie Stollar & Melissa Gill as they facilitate this virtual series. What's coming for you: Cohort that shares ideas for implementation Deep dive into systems that work Support from MTSS Expert Stephanie Stollar Access to materials to enhance data analysis
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data analysis
Audience:K-12 Educators
Location: Virtual live from 1:00 pm -2:00 pm EST
Cost for virtual series $150.00 for ESC members, $625.00 for non-ESC members.
To register online, click on the button above to submit a registration.
Melissa Gill
Stephanie Stollar
November 5, 2026
October 29, 2026
Administrator Networking
More Information to follow
Location TBD
Time 9:00 am -12:30 pm Lunch provided by Core Construction
If you are unable to register online, or if you have questions, call 765-653-2727 or email cphillips@wciesc.k12.in.us.
Cancellation Policy: For refund/no charge, we request a 48 hour notice if you must cancel your attendance at any of our workshops.
To register online, click on the button above to submit a registration.
November 6, 2026
October 31, 2026
Finding Your Joy In the Middle of the Year
A half-day workshop with Randy Maurer
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Who is this for?
Think of one of your “good ones.”
That teacher who cares deeply.
The one you can count on.
The one who gives a little more than you ask.
The one who is still doing good work—but maybe isn't quite finding the same joy in it right now.
This day is for them.
Not because they're burned out.
Not because something is wrong.
And definitely not because they need another workshop telling them how to be a better teacher.
Sometimes good teachers simply need a chance to laugh, reflect, reconnect, and remember why they chose this work in the first place.
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What We'll Do
This won't be three hours of sitting quietly while someone reads slides.
Through humor, stories, conversation, reflection, and practical ideas from the real world of schools, we'll explore what happens when the year gets hard—and how great educators can find their way back to the parts of the job that matter most.
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Participants Will Leave With…
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Perspective — separating what we can control from what we can't.
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Connection — remembering the power of relationships with students and colleagues.
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Permission to Laugh — because joy isn't an extra; it matters.
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Practical Ways to Reset — small changes that can make tomorrow feel different.
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A Reminder of Their Impact — good teachers don't always get to see the difference they're making.
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A Renewed Challenge: Every day is what you make it. Make it a great day.
Location 1 N Calbert Way, Greencastle, IN 46134
Time 9:00 - 11:30 am
To register online, click on the button above to submit a registration.
Randy Maurer has spent more than 30 years in elementary education as a classroom teacher, administrator, and university instructor—including more than two decades as an elementary principal. He also happens to be a stand-up comedian.
Randy brings those worlds together with stories, humor, honesty, and a practical understanding of what it's actually like to work in schools. His goal isn't to tell educators how to do their jobs. It's to help good educators remember what they love about doing them.
If you are unable to register online, or if you have questions, call 765-653-2727 or email cphillips@wciesc.k12.in.us.
Cancellation Policy: For refund/no charge, we request a 48 hour notice if you must cancel your attendance at any of our workshops.
November 16, 2026
Respond by November 9, 2026
ESC of I Virtual Writing Conference
(Virtual, recorded)
Multiple Presenters
This virtual, full-day professional learning conference is designed to strengthen writing instruction across grades K-8. Grounded in the Science of Reading and evidence-based writing practices, this experience will provide educators with practical, immediately applicable strategies to improve student writing outcomes.
Participants will engage in structured sessions focused on sentence-level work, text-based writing, and scaffolding for all learners.
More Information to follow
Location VIRTUAL
Time: Recorded to watch at your own convenience
Cost $175.00/$350.00 for non ESC members
If you are unable to register online, or if you have questions, call 765-653-2727 or email cphillips@wciesc.k12.in.us.
Cancellation Policy: For refund/no charge, we request a 48 hour notice if you must cancel your attendance at any of our workshops.
To register online, click on the button above to submit a registration.
November 20, 2026
Respond by November 13, 2026
Curriculum Director Networking
More Information to follow
Location TBD
Time 9:00 am -1:00 pm Lunch provided
If you are unable to register online, or if you have questions, call 765-653-2727 or email cphillips@wciesc.k12.in.us.
Cancellation Policy: For refund/no charge, we request a 48 hour notice if you must cancel your attendance at any of our workshops.
To register online, click on the button above to submit a registration.
December 4, 2026
Please respond by December 2, 2026
Fluency: Building the Bridge to Comprehension K-8
(Virtual)
Presented by Melissa Gill
Is your Phonics instruction at the Golden Level but students are still struggling to read grade level text? Let’s chat. Join Melissa for this mini-session on improving Fluency instruction across all grade levels. Educators will leave with next steps for supporting students in this crucial area of literacy.
Audience:K-8 Educators
Location & Time: Virtual 8:30 am - 10:30 am
Cost for virtual series $109.00 for ESC members, $175.00 for non-ESC members.
To register online, click on the button above to submit a registration.
Melissa Gill is a Certified Explicit Instruction Trainer trained by Dr. Anita Archer and a literacy instructor at Indiana University Kokomo. She provides onsite professional learning for educators and leaders across the United States, supporting the implementation of evidence-based instructional practices. With experience as a classroom teacher, instructional coach, and administrator, Melissa brings both practical insight and systems-level perspective to her work. She is passionate about forming partnerships that strengthen teaching and learning. She enjoys traveling and discovering local coffee shops.
January 19, 2027
Respond by January 12, 2027
Advanced Classroom Management
Keynote Speaker: Jim Kestner
Jim Kestner will present his nationally recognized program in a high-energy session dedicated to helping experienced teachers address a wide range of classroom management issues. Teachers who attend will find strategies that lead students to make good choices, replacing controlling behaviors with strategies that lead students to monitor and take responsibility for their own behavior. Specifically, the session will address the following:
* What teachers should know about teaching Generation Z
* Developing character-based discipline
* Addressing common challenging behaviors
* Difference between controlling behaviors and building good decision-making skills
* Consistency
* Developing and implementing effective classroom policies
* Establishing a character-building classroom environment
* Teaching self-respect, self-discipline, and responsibility
* Self-esteem vs. self-respect
* Grading systems that encourage student effort and engagement
* Assessing student behavior
* Parent and administrator involvement
Cost is $175.00 for ESC member schools and $300.00 for non ESC member schools
Location 1 N Calbert Way, Area 30 Career Center, Greencastle, IN 46135
Time 9;00 am to 3:00 pm EST
To register online, click on the button above to submit a registration.
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If you are unable to register online, or if you have questions, call 765-653-2727 or email cphillips@wciesc.k12.in.us.
Cancellation Policy: For refund/no charge, we request a 48 hour notice if you must cancel your attendance at any of our workshops.
Nationally recognized educator and youth character-development specialist Jim Kestner began his career
as a high school English teacher and track and cross country coach. He teaches, conducts research, and works with teachers, parents, and students across the country to help young people realize their potential.
Jim has developed national programs on effective teaching and coaching and has taught at Northwestern University, Eastern Illinois University, and University of Illinois campuses in Urbana-Champaign and Chicago. He is a published author and nationally recognized speaker who has also appeared on television and radio programs.
For over 30 years Jim has conducted research and worked with administrators, faculty, parents, and students to
empower individuals to realize their career and life potential. In 1999 and 2000 he developed the Dynamics of
Leadership curriculum for Oprah Winfrey when she taught at Northwestern University. Kestner’s other clients and
business associates have included Warren Buffet, Coretta Scott King, Henry Kissinger, the National Education
Association, Horace Mann Insurance Companies, the Abraham Lincoln Institute for Literacy in America, NASA, and several Olympic National Governing Bodies.
January 29, 2027
Register by January 26, 2027
Making An Impact: Explicit Instruction For All Students K-8
(Virtual Live)
Presented by Melissa Gill
Are you ready for a way to increase student engagement and knowledge with interactive, evidence-based instruction? Join Melissa for this mini-session on the fundamentals for explicitly teaching your content. Educators will leave with action steps and supports for next steps to bring high leverage, low prep learning to their classrooms.
Audience:K-8 Educators
Location & Time: Virtual 8:30 am - 10:30 am
Cost for virtual session $109.00 for ESC members, $175.00 for non-ESC members.
To register online, click on the button above to submit a registration.
Melissa Gill is a Certified Explicit Instruction Trainer trained by Dr. Anita Archer and a literacy instructor at Indiana University Kokomo. She provides onsite professional learning for educators and leaders across the United States, supporting the implementation of evidence-based instructional practices. With experience as a classroom teacher, instructional coach, and administrator, Melissa brings both practical insight and systems-level perspective to her work. She is passionate about forming partnerships that strengthen teaching and learning. She enjoys traveling and discovering local coffee shops.
February 18, 2026
Please respond by February 15, 2026
Integrating Writing Instruction K-8
Virtual Live
Presented by Melissa Gill
Are your students struggling to write across the school day? Writing opportunities must happen across the school day to support stamina – but how do you make it happen? Join Melissa for this mini-session focused on next steps for writing engagement. Educators will leave with a plan and purpose for building writing stamina and fluency which builds comprehension across all areas.
Audience:K-8 Educators
Location and Time: Virtual 8:30 am - 10:30 am
Cost for virtual series $109.00 for ESC members, $175.00 for non-ESC members.
To register online, click on the button above to submit a registration.
Melissa Gill is a Certified Explicit Instruction Trainer trained by Dr. Anita Archer and a literacy instructor at Indiana University Kokomo. She provides onsite professional learning for educators and leaders across the United States, supporting the implementation of evidence-based instructional practices. With experience as a classroom teacher, instructional coach, and administrator, Melissa brings both practical insight and systems-level perspective to her work. She is passionate about forming partnerships that strengthen teaching and learning. She enjoys traveling and discovering local coffee shops.
March 15, 2027
Please respond by March 12, 2027
School Nurse Check Up
Virtual
More information to follow
Audience: School nurses
Location: Virtual
Time 9:00 am-11:30 am EST
WVEC CANCELLATION POLICY:
* Registrants who notify WVEC of their cancellation on or before the registration deadline date will not be required to pay the registration fee.
* Registrants who cancel after the registration deadline but before the workshop date or call to cancel on the day of the workshop will pay 50% of the registration fee.
* Registrants who neglect to call or notify the WVEC of their cancellation will be responsible for paying the full fee.
* On official school corporation weather-related cancellation days, registrants will not be required to pay registration fees.
To register online, click on the button above to submit a registration.
May 4, 2027
Please respond by April 28, 2027
MTSS: Planning for a New Year (K-5)
Presented by Stephanie Stollar
MTSS Implementation & Accountability-More information to follow
Audience: Teachers K-5, Curriculum Directors
Location: KPTC - A&B
1281 Win Henschel Blvd
West Lafayette, IN 47906
Time 9:00 am-3:00 pm EST
Cost per workshop $200.00 for ESC members, $300.00 for non-ESC members.
This is a WVES Title 4 Consortium Eligible Session
WVEC CANCELLATION POLICY:
* Registrants who notify WVEC of their cancellation on or before the registration deadline date will not be required to pay the registration fee.
* Registrants who cancel after the registration deadline but before the workshop date or call to cancel on the day of the workshop will pay 50% of the registration fee.
* Registrants who neglect to call or notify the WVEC of their cancellation will be responsible for paying the full fee.
* On official school corporation weather-related cancellation days, registrants will not be required to pay registration fees.
To register online, click on the button above to submit a registration.
Rescheduled TBD 2027
AI
VIRTUAL
Facilitated by Matt Miller
More information to follow
Audience:
Location: Virtual
Time 9:00 am-3:30 pm EST
Cost per workshop $175.00 for ESC members, $275.00 for non-ESC members.
To register online, click on the button above to submit a registration.
If you are unable to register online, or if you have questions, call 765-653-2727 or email cphillips@wciesc.k12.in.us.
Cancellation Policy: For refund/no charge, we request a 48 hour notice if you must cancel your attendance at any of our workshops.
More information to follow with Spring dates
2 Day Advanced OG, Phonics and Morphology
Facilitated by Jamey Peavler, The Reading Clinic of Central Indiana, an IDOE-approved provider
Course Description and Objectives:
This two-day course covers structural analysis (syllable types and syllable division) and morphology.
Participants learn to plan and implement instruction to support advanced decoding and encoding.
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Accurately identify the six basic syllable types.
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Explain how knowledge of syllable types supports students to decode unfamiliar words.
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Apply syllable division rules to support the decoding of complex multisyllabic words.
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Explain common suffix addition rules to support spelling.
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Outline the steps for teaching a new morpheme.
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Summarize the essential components of an advanced phonics and morphology lesson.
Audience: Intermediate and Middle School Teachers, Instructional Coaches, Special Education,and Multilingual Educators
This advanced training is intended for more advanced phonics skill (more representative of 3rd -8th grade). It does not require prior OG training.
Location: 1 N Calbert Way, Greencastle, IN
Time 8:30 am -3:30 pm Lunch included
Cost for 2 day workshop $425.00 for ESC members, $625.00 for non-ESC members.
Lesson Support Resource manual is included.
**Additional materials are not required but may be purchased on-site. Participants not purchasing materials should plan to bring a laptop device for partner practice.
To register online, click on the button above to submit a registration.
Dr. Jamey Peavler completed her Doctorate and Master’s in the Graduate Reading Science Program at Mount St. Joseph University. She is an Assistant Professor, Graduate Reading Science Program Co-Director. Before joining The Mount, Jamey served as the Director of Training for the M.A. Rooney Foundation, providing Orton-Gillingham training for teachers across Indiana. She was an Instructional Coach and classroom teacher for Indianapolis Public Schools for 20 years. Jamey reviews higher-education textbooks and teacher licensure exams for the National Council for Teacher Quality. She is a Certified Fellow-in-Training with the Orton-Gillingham Academy and an International Dyslexia Association Structured Literacy Dyslexia Specialist. She has over 18 combined years of service on the board of the Reading League’s Indiana and IDA Indiana Chapters. Jamey serves on the Editorial Board for the International Dyslexia Association’s Perspectives in Language and Literacy journal.
Degrees:
Ed. D., Mount St. Joseph University; M.A., Mount St. Joseph University; B.S., Indiana University/Purdue University at Indianapolis
If you are unable to register online, or if you have questions, call 765-653-2727 or email cphillips@wciesc.k12.in.us.
Cancellation Policy: For refund/no charge, we request a 48 hour notice if you must cancel your attendance at any of our workshops.
Stay tuned more information coming!
Expulsion Examiner Workshop
VIRTUAL
Presenter Tim McRoberts
Event Summary
This Half-day workshop is designed to provide participants with the information and tools needed to conduct Student Expulsion Hearings.
About This Event
Any building or central office administrator, who is new to the role of Expulsion Examiner would benefit from this workshop. In addition, it can also serve as a great resource and review for those who already serve in the role. Tim McRoberts (presenter) has twenty-two years of experience as a building administrator and more than five years of experience as an Expulsion Examiner. Additionally, he has held many trainings with schools and individuals on this topic and has also mentored Expulsion Examiners. This will be a highly interactive workshop where participants will have the opportunity to have all their questions answered.
Agenda
Topics included but not limited to:
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Due Process Review
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The Role of the Expulsion Examiner
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Step by Step Process of Conducting a Hearing
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Review of Pertinent Forms
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Review of Indiana Code and Case Law
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Question and Answer opportunity
Cost $109.00 for ESC members $175.00 for non ESC members
Location VIRTUAL
Time 9:00-11.30 am
To register online, click on the button above to submit a registration.
If you are unable to register online, or if you have questions, call 765-653-2727 or email cphillips@wciesc.k12.in.us.
Cancellation Policy: For refund/no charge, we request a 48 hour notice if you must cancel your attendance at any of our workshops.
PD POPS
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PD POP is a 45-minute virtual session from 4:00-4:45 ET
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PD POP Plus is a 90-minute virtual session from 4:00-5:30 ET
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PD POP Recording is a recorded only session that is sent to you at 7:30 am ET to view at your convenience
Please Note: You will receive a confirmation email after you register. If you do not receive a confirmation, you are not registered!
9/30/2026 ~PD Pop Recording: Tips & Tricks for Behavior Management in an Early Learning Classroom (PreK-1) - Presented by Katie Blue Having trouble keeping your classroom behavior under control? Feeling exhausted at the end of the day because of it? Katie's hands on behavior tools will change your life! Discover different incentives for re-direction & active engagement and FUN! Participants will leave with resources and tools for immediate impact! $50
10/1/2026 ~PD Pop Recording: Automate the Mundane, Elevate the Human: AI for Educators - Presented by Dianna Knox Feeling overwhelmed by prep work but still skeptical about using AI? Join us for a practical exploration of how artificial intelligence can serve as your tireless assistant–not your replacement. Discover low-stakes ways to streamline administrative tasks, differentiate instruction quickly, and draft communications faster. Learn essential AI literacy skills, basic prompting formulas, and strategies to keep human educator expertise at the center of learning. You’ll leave ready to reclaim time for what matters most: your students. $50
10/1/2026 ~Supporting High Ability Students in the Gen Ed Classroom with Project-Based Learning (K-12) - VIRTUAL - Presented by Donna Albrecht This session provides a practical guide to designing project-based learning (PBL) for talent development in the general education classroom. Participants explore project- and inquiry-based learning through essential questions and universal themes that help students see the big picture, connect curriculum to real life, and engage in meaningful discovery. Educators learn to create inclusive, standards-aligned learning communities that cultivate diverse learners. This session is best attended live, but Donna has agreed to record and share with all registrants. $75
10/5/2026 ~PD Pop Recording: Math Myths (K-8) - Presented by Sarah Powell Debunking Common Math Myths and Strategies to Overcome $50
10/06/2026 PD Pop: Calling Collapse: Chart the Course Back to Purpose (K-12) - Presented by Jen Spencer School counselors carry a caseload that never really ends. Over time, this can wear down even the most dedicated counselor, but what looks like burnout is often something deeper. This session introduces the Calling Collapse framework and helps counselors tell the difference between ordinary exhaustion and moral injury, the identity level erosion that happens when the job no longer lets you do the work you were called to do. Counselors will leave with language for naming what they're experiencing and a first look at the Recovery Framework they'll use to chart their way back, both for their own wellbeing and for how they show up for students who are navigating their own struggles. This is a live session only and will NOT be recorded. $50
10/07/2026 PD Pop Recording: What Every Educator Should Know About Learning (K-2) - Presented by Marcie Samayoa In this session, we will explore how findings from cognitive science can be translated into practical classroom instruction. Through examples from a secondary science classroom, including a structured reading routine that separates decoding, prosody, comprehension, partner reading, and retrieval, participants will see how instructional design can reduce unnecessary cognitive load. The session concludes with a framework for evaluating classroom instruction based on evidence of learning rather than engagement alone. $75
10/8/2026 ~PD Pop Recording: Mini Pop with Resources - Fact Fluency Intervention Series: Cover, Copy, Check! (K-8) - Presented by Jaime Ramsey Cover, Copy, Check- this is a strategy to use for fact fluency. You will get resources and guidance on how to use cover, copy, check to help build fact fluency. This recording and resources will be sent to you at 7:30 AM to view at your convenience. $50
10/8/2026 *PD Pop: Raz-Plus - Getting Started (K-12) - Presented by Angie Romano Teachers new to Raz-Plus discover resources that support explicit instruction and learn how to customize the student experience for purposeful practice. Teachers will take away: More high-quality, research-based resources useful for literacy instruction; An understanding of what students experience in Kids A-Z; And three things you can do immediately following the session to extend your learning. This live session will be recorded and shared with all registrants afterward. $50
10/9/2026 ~*Building Fluent Readers Session 2 - Reading That Sounds Like Thinking: Deepening Fluency in Upper Elementary (K-5) - Presented by Chase Young & Melissa Gill By upper elementary, fluency isn’t always about getting faster. It’s about making meaning. And yet a lot of students are still stuck in word-calling mode. This session is about fixing that. We focus on prosody, phrasing, and reading that reflects comprehension through engaging approaches to classroom fluency instruction. Students don’t just read the text; they show they understand it through how they read it. $65
10/12/2026 ~Tik-Tok Sensation - Teaching Littles with Mr. C: Small Group Instruction in Primary Grades (PreK-2) - Presented by Kole Cornman Small Group Instruction in Primary Grades $50
10/26/2026 ~PD Pop Recording: Putting Student-Centered Coaching into Action: A Guide for Coaches (K-12) - Presented by Wendi Thompson This session provides coaches with a clear, step-by-step roadmap for successfully implementing Student-Centered Coaching (SCC) cycles in their schools. We will break down the essential phases of the cycle: setting student-centered goals, developing targets, pre-assessment, co-plan and co-teach, and post assessment/feedback. Attendees will walk away with a toolkit of practical resources and templates to guide teachers and measure student growth in their daily practice.
10/27/2026 ~PD Pop Recording: Using Decodables, Moving to Grade Level Text (K-2) - Presented by Melissa Gill Are you walking the tightrope with decodable and grade level text? Join Melissa for a quick jump into evidence based best practices for decodables while moving students forward into grade level text. There is a rhyme and reason to the steps - let's discuss it together! This recorded PD Pop will be sent to you at 7:30 AM to view at your convenience. $50
Location: VIRTUAL
More great stuff cooking up, come check back later!
More to come
Check back regularly
To register online, click on the button below to submit a registration.
You will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive a confirmation by email by one week prior to the workshop please contact our office, If you do not receive a confirmation by email, you are not registered for the workshop. If you are unable to register online, or if you have questions, call 765-653-2727.
Cancellation Policy: For refund/no charge, we request a 48 hour notice if you must cancel your attendance at any of our workshops.
More information to follow
Steve Baker Leadership Series
VIRTUAL
Facilitated by Steve Baker
Session #1 Leading with Influence
Session #2 Self Awareness Leadership
Session #3 How to Run Effective Faculty Meetings
Audience:
Location: Virtual
Time 9:00 am-10:30 am EST
Cost per workshop $59.00 for ESC members, $100.00 for non-ESC members.
To register online, click on the button above to submit a registration.
Steve worked in the Bluffton-Harrison Metropolitan School District for 40 years. He held
the position of a high school math teacher for 11 years, middle school assistant principal
for 3 years and as the high school principal for 26 years.
Bluffton High School has earned an “A” grade or its equivalent from the Indiana
Department of Education on a consistent basis. Bluffton High School has also received
the 4-star award five times since 2010. Additionally, he has been a member of the
Indiana Association of School Principals (IASP) for 30 years and served on the executive
board of directors as the IASP liaison to the Indiana Department of Education. In this
role, Steve worked with elected officials and IDOE members on a regular basis to
encourage them to support policies that benefit principals, educators, schools, and
students. In November 2012, Steve was presented with the Indiana High School
Principal of the Year award. Steve has served on the Educator Evaluation Committee,
the A-F Accountability Committee, the Indiana ISTEP replacement panel, The GPS panel,
and the Programs of Study for CTE concentrators. Throughout the year, Steve makes
numerous presentations at conferences around the state on topics such as leadership,
advocacy, school culture, accountability, and the new high school diplomas.
If you are unable to register online, or if you have questions, call 765-653-2727 or email cphillips@wciesc.k12.in.us.
Cancellation Policy: For refund/no charge, we request a 48 hour notice if you must cancel your attendance at any of our workshops.
Spring 2027
Administrator Networking
More Information to follow
Location TBD
Time 9:00 am -12:30 pm Lunch provided by OnToCollege
If you are unable to register online, or if you have questions, call 765-653-2727 or email cphillips@wciesc.k12.in.us.
Cancellation Policy: For refund/no charge, we request a 48 hour notice if you must cancel your attendance at any of our workshops.
To register online, click on the button above to submit a registration.
Spring date tbd
Counselors Networking
More Information to follow
Location 1 N Calbert Way, Area 30 Career Center Room 23, Greencastle
Time 9:00 am -1:00 pm Lunch provided
If you are unable to register online, or if you have questions, call 765-653-2727 or email cphillips@wciesc.k12.in.us.
Cancellation Policy: For refund/no charge, we request a 48 hour notice if you must cancel your attendance at any of our workshops.
To register online, click on the button above to submit a registration.
Spring dates tbd
Curriculum Director Networking
More Information to follow
Location 1 N Calbert Way, Area 30 Career Center Community Room, Greencastle
Time 9:00 am -1:00 pm Lunch provided by Capturing Kids' Hearts
If you are unable to register online, or if you have questions, call 765-653-2727 or email cphillips@wciesc.k12.in.us.
Cancellation Policy: For refund/no charge, we request a 48 hour notice if you must cancel your attendance at any of our workshops.
To register online, click on the button above to submit a registration.
Date To Be Determined
Time Management Workshop
Presenter Tim McRoberts
Event Summary
This Half-day workshop is designed to provide participants with information and meaningful activities and dialogue to help them become more efficient professionally and personally.
About This Event
In the demanding world of education, effective time management is essential to maintaining balance, reducing stress, and maximizing productivity. This engaging and practical presentation is designed specifically for educators who juggle lesson planning, grading, meetings, and student engagement—often all at once.
Participants will explore proven strategies to prioritize tasks, streamline daily responsibilities, and make room for both professional growth and personal well-being. A central focus of the session is the Eisenhower Time Matrix, a powerful tool that helps educators distinguish between what’s urgent and important, enabling them to make more intentional decisions about how to spend their time.
Through real-life scenarios, interactive discussions, and actionable tips, this presentation equips educators with the skills to:
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Identify time-wasters and energy-drainers
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Set realistic goals and boundaries
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Prioritize tasks using the four quadrants of the Eisenhower Matrix
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Create sustainable routines that support long-term success
Whether you're a new teacher or a seasoned professional, this session will empower you with the tools to take control of your time and bring greater focus, purpose, and satisfaction to your workday.
Cost $109.00 for ESC members $175.00 for non ESC members
Location 1 N Calbert Way, Area 30 Career Center Building,Greencastle, IN
Time 9:00-11.30 am
To register online, click on the button above to submit a registration.
If you are unable to register online, or if you have questions, call 765-653-2727 or email cphillips@wciesc.k12.in.us.
Cancellation Policy: For refund/no charge, we request a 48 hour notice if you must cancel your attendance at any of our workshops.
Professional Journey
Early Career:
He began his career in 1987 as a Government and Economics teacher and coach at Cascade High School after graduating from Ball State University.
Administrative Growth:
He later took on leadership roles at Cascade, serving as Athletic Director, Assistant Principal, and Principal. In 2002, he moved to Speedway High School.
Speedway Leadership:
At Speedway, he served as Assistant Principal for five years before becoming Principal in 2007.
Association Leadership:
He became actively involved with the Indiana Association of School Principals (IASP), serving as President from 2013–2014. In 2015, he became the Associate Executive Director.
Key Contributions & Advocacy
At IASP, he served as the chief legislative liaison during sessions of the Indiana General Assembly.
He also led the Indiana New Administrators Leadership Institute (INALI), supporting more than 700 new administrators across ten cohorts.
Education and Current Role
He holds a Master’s degree in Administration from Indiana University and an Education Specialist (Ed.S.) degree from Indiana State University.
He currently serves as the Executive Director of the West Central Indiana Education Service Center.
Stay Tuned Date TBD
Word Recognition: The Orton-Gillingham Approach
3 Day Orton-Gillingham Training
Facilitated by Jamey Peavler, The Reading Clinic of Central Indiana, an IDOE-approved provider
Course Objectives
• Examine the role of oral language development in reading proficiency.
• Outline the progression from phonological to phonemic awareness and how these skills support decoding and encoding.
• Connect the research on the instructional design of an OG lesson (cognitive load, instructional hierarchy, and forms of practice).
• Summarize research on the impact of dysfluent handwriting on written expression and describe evidence-based practices for handwriting instruction.
• Explain the alphabetic principle and the reciprocity between reading (decoding) and spelling (encoding).
• Identify the six basic syllable types in English and explain how knowledge of syllable types supports decoding unfamiliar words.
• Apply knowledge of common syllable division patterns to support decoding of multisyllabic words.
• Identify phonetically irregular words and describe evidence-based practice for supporting students to read and spell irregular words.
• Apply knowledge of suffix addition rules to support reading and spelling words with common affixes.
• Examine the importance of decodable text to develop word recognition proficiency.
• Outline the importance of transcription skills through sentence dictation for written expression proficiency.
• Observe OG lesson demonstrations, engage in partner practice or lesson components, and debrief to address implementation questions.
Audience: K-4 Teachers, Instructional Assistants, Special Education Teachers, and Multilingual Educators
Location: 1 N Calbert Way, Greencastle, IN
Time 8:30 am -3:30 pm Lunch included
Cost for 3 day workshop $525.00 for ESC members, $800.00 for non-ESC members.
Lesson Support Resource manual is included.
**Additional materials are not required but may be purchased on-site. Participants not purchasing materials should plan to bring a laptop device for partner practice.
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Kindergarten - $40 (Picture Deck - $10; Kindergarten Basic Deck - $10; Wall Cards - $20)
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First Grade - $60 (Picture Deck - $10; Primary Basic Deck - $30; Wall Cards - $20)
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Second and Up - First Grade - $50 (Primary Basic Deck - $30; Wall Cards - $20)
To register online, click on the button above to submit a registration.
Dr. Jamey Peavler completed her Doctorate and Master’s in the Graduate Reading Science Program at Mount St. Joseph University. She is an Assistant Professor, Graduate Reading Science Program Co-Director. Before joining The Mount, Jamey served as the Director of Training for the M.A. Rooney Foundation, providing Orton-Gillingham training for teachers across Indiana. She was an Instructional Coach and classroom teacher for Indianapolis Public Schools for 20 years. Jamey reviews higher-education textbooks and teacher licensure exams for the National Council for Teacher Quality. She is a Certified Fellow-in-Training with the Orton-Gillingham Academy and an International Dyslexia Association Structured Literacy Dyslexia Specialist. She has over 18 combined years of service on the board of the Reading League’s Indiana and IDA Indiana Chapters. Jamey serves on the Editorial Board for the International Dyslexia Association’s Perspectives in Language and Literacy journal.
Degrees:
Ed. D., Mount St. Joseph University; M.A., Mount St. Joseph University; B.S., Indiana University/Purdue University at Indianapolis
If you are unable to register online, or if you have questions, call 765-653-2727 or email cphillips@wciesc.k12.in.us.
Cancellation Policy: For refund/no charge, we request a 48 hour notice if you must cancel your attendance at any of our workshops.
Spring date TBD
High Ability Networking
More Information to follow
Location 1 N Calbert Way, Greencastle, IN
Time 11:30 am -3:30 pm Lunch provided by Playworks for WCIESC members
If you are unable to register online, or if you have questions, call 765-653-2727 or email cphillips@wciesc.k12.in.us.
Cancellation Policy: For refund/no charge, we request a 48 hour notice if you must cancel your attendance at any of our workshops.
To register online, click on the button above to submit a registration.
Spring date TBD
Title I Networking
More Information to follow
Location 1 N Calbert Way, Greencastle, IN
Time 9:00 am -12:30 pm Lunch provided by Playworks for WCIESC members
If you are unable to register online, or if you have questions, call 765-653-2727 or email cphillips@wciesc.k12.in.us.
Cancellation Policy: For refund/no charge, we request a 48 hour notice if you must cancel your attendance at any of our workshops.
To register online, click on the button above to submit a registration.
Spring date to be determined
Technology Director Networking
More Information to follow
Location 1 N Calbert Way, Area 30 Career Center, Greencastle
Time 9:00 am -12:30 pm Lunch provided by MagicSchool
If you are unable to register online, or if you have questions, call 765-653-2727 or email cphillips@wciesc.k12.in.us.
Cancellation Policy: For refund/no charge, we request a 48 hour notice if you must cancel your attendance at any of our workshops.
To register online, click on the button above to submit a registration.
RESCHEDULING
Teaching, Not Just Testing
Unlocking IDOE Resources for Classroom Success
Presented by Cassie Scarsella
ILEARN Checkpoint Overview
Whether you are completely new to the ILEARN landscape or looking for a comprehensive refresher to validate your current practices, this professional development session is designed to establish a solid foundation of the Indiana Department of Education’s (IDOE) most high-impact instructional tools. Participants will actively unpack the Instructional Frameworks, Test Blueprint documents, and Item Specification Sheets. You will learn exactly how to utilize these resources to uncover academic vocabulary, identify common student misconceptions, and align daily instruction with the ELA and Math "Essential" standards. Join us to maximize your approach to conquering the Checkpoint cycle and leave equipped with a clear, refreshed perspective on how these tools can elevate your everyday teaching.
Audience: Teachers in grades 3-8, and instructional coaches, principals, and/or any other instructional leaders want to be "in the know" with the available resources
Location 1 N Calbert Way, Greencastle, IN
Time 9:00 am -3:00 pm Registration begins at 8:30 am EST
Cost $175.00 for ESC members, $300.00 for non ESC members
If you are unable to register online, or if you have questions, call 765-653-2727 or email cphillips@wciesc.k12.in.us.
Cancellation Policy: For refund/no charge, we request a 48 hour notice if you must cancel your attendance at any of our workshops.
To register online, click on the button above to submit a registration.
Cassie Scarsella is the Curriculum Specialist for the Northern and Northwest Indiana Educational Service Centers and a lifelong learner of all things K-8 literacy. Her perspective is rooted in her experience as a 4th/5th-grade multiage teacher, where she learned to integrate literacy into content when time is tight.
Beyond working to support disciplinary literacy in schools, she stays actively involved in Indiana’s educational landscape, helping schools navigate state-level decisions and curriculum shifts. She is passionate about helping educators bridge the gap between state mandates and the daily realities of a busy classroom.
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Beyond the Score
Turning ILEARN Data into Classroom Action
Presented by Cassie Scarsella
You know the available tools; now it's time to put them to work. We will start by looking at high-level data summaries, but we will also dive deep into granular student data to pinpoint exactly where individual learners are struggling. We will analyze cutoff scores and look at how to triangulate specific student data points alongside IDOE resources to maximize academic growth. Most importantly, you will walk away with a clear roadmap for creating actionable, bite-sized plans for whole-class instruction, targeted Tier 2 remediation groups, and maximizing the second test opportunity for Checkpoint assessments. Bring your student data, and leave with a concrete strategy for success!
Location 1 N Calbert Way, Greencastle, IN
Time 9:00 am -3:00 pm Registration begins at 8:30 am EST
Cost $175.00 for ESC members, $300.00 for non ESC members
If you are unable to register online, or if you have questions, call 765-653-2727 or email cphillips@wciesc.k12.in.us.
Cancellation Policy: For refund/no charge, we request a 48 hour notice if you must cancel your attendance at any of our workshops.
To register online, click on the button above to submit a registration.
Cassie Scarsella is the Curriculum Specialist for the Northern and Northwest Indiana Educational Service Centers and a lifelong learner of all things K-8 literacy. Her perspective is rooted in her experience as a 4th/5th-grade multiage teacher, where she learned to integrate literacy into content when time is tight.
Beyond working to support disciplinary literacy in schools, she stays actively involved in Indiana’s educational landscape, helping schools navigate state-level decisions and curriculum shifts. She is passionate about helping educators bridge the gap between state mandates and the daily realities of a busy classroom.
RESCHEDULED DATE TBD
Adolescent Literacy in All Content Areas Day 1
Presented by Melissa Gill
Are your students struggling to tackle complex text? Are their written responses lacking critical information?
As the landscape of education evolves, upper grade educators across the nation are increasingly recognizing the critical importance of evidence-based literacy instruction. To support our learners effectively, it's essential to adopt best practices that align with the latest research. Are you ready to implement three low-prep, high-impact strategies across all content areas? Join us for a transformative professional learning experience with Explicit Instruction & Literacy Trainer Melissa Gill!
In this dynamic session, you'll engage in meaningful collaboration and networking while exploring best practices and practical strategies to enhance your instructional approach. Our focus will be on addressing the diverse needs of students, including multilingual (ML) learners and neurodivergent learners. We will dive deep into the Science of Reading and the Explicit Instruction framework pioneered by Dr. Anita Archer, equipping you with the tools and knowledge to meet the instructional needs of your upper grade students.
Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your teaching practices and make a lasting impact on your students' literacy development. Let's come together to share insights, discover effective strategies, and drive student success. Ready to transform your approach? Let's get started!
Audience: Grade 5-12 Teachers
Location: 1 N Calbert Way Area 30 Career Center Building Community
Room, Greencastle
Time 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cost $175.00 for ESC members/$300.00 for non-ESC members
If you are unable to register online, or if you have questions, call 765-653-2727 or email cphillips@wciesc.k12.in.us.
Cancellation Policy: For refund/no charge, we request a 48 hour notice if you must cancel your attendance at any of our workshops.
To register online, click on the button above to submit a registration.
Melissa Gill brings a wealth of experience to her role as WVEC's Instructional Outreach Director, having navigated the diverse landscape of education as a primary and intermediate classroom teacher, instructional coach, reading specialist, and administrator. After facilitating preK-12 district professional development and providing leadership support for MTSS (Multi-Tiered Systems of Support), Melissa is deeply committed to enhancing educator effectiveness and student outcomes.
Currently, Melissa channels her expertise into supporting and inspiring educators while fostering valuable partnerships with educational organizations to address the needs of all students. Her passion for literacy is evident in her role as a Literacy Course Instructor at Indiana University Kokomo and as a trainer with Keys to Literacy. Additionally, she serves as the Executive Board Secretary for the Indiana State Literacy Association, contributing to the advancement of literacy initiatives across the state.
RESCHEDULED DATE TBD
Adolescent Literacy in All Content Areas Day 2
Presented by Melissa Gill
Are your students struggling to tackle complex text? Are their written responses lacking critical information?
As the landscape of education evolves, upper grade educators across the nation are increasingly recognizing the critical importance of evidence-based literacy instruction. To support our learners effectively, it's essential to adopt best practices that align with the latest research. Are you ready to implement three low-prep, high-impact strategies across all content areas? Join us for a transformative professional learning experience with Explicit Instruction & Literacy Trainer Melissa Gill!
In this dynamic session, you'll engage in meaningful collaboration and networking while exploring best practices and practical strategies to enhance your instructional approach. Our focus will be on addressing the diverse needs of students, including multilingual (ML) learners and neurodivergent learners. We will dive deep into the Science of Reading and the Explicit Instruction framework pioneered by Dr. Anita Archer, equipping you with the tools and knowledge to meet the instructional needs of your upper grade students.
Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your teaching practices and make a lasting impact on your students' literacy development. Let's come together to share insights, discover effective strategies, and drive student success. Ready to transform your approach?
Audience: Grade 5-12 Teachers
Location: 1 N Calbert Way Area 30 Career Center Building Community
Room, Greencastle
Time 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cost $175.00 for ESC members/$300.00 for non-ESC members
If you are unable to register online, or if you have questions, call 765-653-2727 or email cphillips@wciesc.k12.in.us.
Cancellation Policy: For refund/no charge, we request a 48 hour notice if you must cancel your attendance at any of our workshops.
To register online, click on the button above to submit a registration.
Melissa Gill brings a wealth of experience to her role as WVEC's Instructional Outreach Director, having navigated the diverse landscape of education as a primary and intermediate classroom teacher, instructional coach, reading specialist, and administrator. After facilitating preK-12 district professional development and providing leadership support for MTSS (Multi-Tiered Systems of Support), Melissa is deeply committed to enhancing educator effectiveness and student outcomes.
Currently, Melissa channels her expertise into supporting and inspiring educators while fostering valuable partnerships with educational organizations to address the needs of all students. Her passion for literacy is evident in her role as a Literacy Course Instructor at Indiana University Kokomo and as a trainer with Keys to Literacy. Additionally, she serves as the Executive Board Secretary for the Indiana State Literacy Association, contributing to the advancement of literacy initiatives across the state.
Check back Date to be determined
Discover the 411 on Explicit Instruction
Presented by Melissa Gill
Discover The 411 on Explicit Instruction—a practical session on what it is, what it isn’t, and how to do it well. This session uncovers common misconceptions, clarifies the dos and don’ts, and provides clear examples to help educators deliver intentional, engaging, and effective instruction in every classroom.
Audience: K-12 Educators
Location: 1 N Calbert Way Area 30 Career Center Building Community
Room, Greencastle
Time 9:00 am - 3:00 pm, lunch on your own
Cost $175.00 for ESC members/$300.00 for non-ESC members
If you are unable to register online, or if you have questions, call 765-653-2727 or email cphillips@wciesc.k12.in.us.
Cancellation Policy: For refund/no charge, we request a 48 hour notice if you must cancel your attendance at any of our workshops.
To register online, click on the button above to submit a registration.
Melissa Gill is the Director of Teaching & Learning at Wabash Valley Education Center (WVEC), where she leverages her extensive background as a teacher, instructional coach, reading specialist, and administrator to support educator growth and improve student outcomes. With a passion for literacy and leadership, Melissa serves as a Literacy Instructor at Indiana University Kokomo and a Keys to Literacy Consultant. She is the Executive Board Secretary for the Indiana State Literacy Association. Melissa is dedicated to building strong partnerships and delivering impactful, evidence-based professional learning for Educators across Indiana. She also enjoys traveling to new places, visiting local coffee shops, and spending time with her family.
Date TBD
Early Learning Networking
More Information to follow
Location 1 N Calbert Way, Greencastle, IN
Time 9:00 am -1:00 pm Lunch provided
If you are unable to register online, or if you have questions, call 765-653-2727 or email cphillips@wciesc.k12.in.us.
Cancellation Policy: For refund/no charge, we request a 48 hour notice if you must cancel your attendance at any of our workshops.
To register online, click on the button above to submit a registration.
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