West Central Indiana
Educational Service Center
Excellence through Collaboration
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January 13, 2026
Advanced Classroom Management
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
Audience: K-12 Educators, Instructional Coaches
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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!
Steve Baker presenting informative instruction concerning the School Accountability Rule for 2026
Thank you Kevin Dill for teaching strategies to prevent and eliminate chronic disruptive behaviors.
WCIESC organizes and hosts workshops for teachers, administrators, and other school personnel. Most workshops take place at our facility, but we also work with you to provide training regionally and on site.
NETWORKING MEETINGS
Regular participation in professional networking offers opportunities for growth, learning, and meaningful connections. A robust network can provide access to mentors who offer valuable advice, share experiences, and guide you through career challenges. These relationships can be instrumental in navigating your professional journey. Our networking groups include Superintendent Study Council, Elementary and Secondary Principals and Building Administrators, Curriculum Directors, Counselors, Technology Directors, High Ability Coordinators, Title I Directors, and Special Education Network, Media/Library Specialists,
Our Partnerships page is designed to introduce the partnerships, provide a brief description of their services, and connect you to the partner’s website for additional information. ESC of I member school districts are afforded special discount pricing for the partner services.
November 18, 2025
Respond by November 15, 2025
Chip, Dip & Praxis 5205 Tips
Presented by Melissa Gill
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!
Indiana is on a pathway to increasing literacy success across the state. One key area of focus is teacher knowledge and application. On November 18th, Melissa Gill will share some tips & strategies during our FREE ESCI State Event. If you are having a moment, and you haven't taken this next step, join us for some networking, fun, and strategy tips.
Oh, and don't forget to bring your favorite snack! We look forward to seeing you!
This session will not be recorded.
Location: VIRTUAL
Time 6:30 pm-7:15 pm
Cost FREE for ESC members
November 6, 2025
Respond by October 30, 2025
Building Administrator Networking Meeting
Presenter Steve Baker, retired Principal from Bluffton High School
Join us for a networking event for Secondary and Elementary Administrators to talk about the newly released SchoolAccountability Rule for 2026. We will also have time to discuss other relevant issues for Indiana Administrators including but not limited to
➢HS Diploma Redesign
➢ Work Based Learning
➢ Math Education (HEA 1604)
➢ New Attendance Law/Impact Time 9:00-11:30 am Lunch Provided by Franklin Covey - Leader in Me
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*Meet the local educational needs of member school corporations by identifying those needs with support from school staff.
*Enhance educational opportunities for students by collaboration of resources to help establish programs, resource materials and serve the educational needs of students.
*Provide for a more efficient use of member schools’ time, materials and financial resources to enhance the quality and quantity of service and educational offerings.
*Allow for every school corporation equity of opportunity between member school corporations.
*Function as a facilitator for the Department of Education for the delivery of programs to schools in West Central Indiana.
The Purpose of a Service Center
Next Executive
Board Meeting
November 19, 2025
