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Sponsor Update
MAY 2021
Message from the Director,
Kurt Aey
As we wind down the 2020-2021 school year, I wanted
to remind and update you about a few items.
Five-Year Forecast - Spring
As a reminder, the Spring Five-Year Forecast is
due to ODE no later than May 31, 2021. We do
require this earlier than the due date so that we
can review what is submitted. Common
Governing Board remarks from ODE regarding the forecasts are:
Jared Lefevre Enrollment should not be flat
James Telb
Ensure specificity is included in the narrative
Provide detailed explanations for all
Michael Dansack, Jr. assumptions
Joan Kuchcinski 2021-2022 Technical Needs Assessment Survey for
Barbara Laird Building Leaders & 2021-2022 ESCLEW Special
Education Technical Needs Assessment Survey for
Special Education Leaders
Superindentendent These items were sent out on May 3, 2021. The
Sandra C. Frisch ESCLEW Community Schools Center is
dedicated to providing high-quality technical
assistance and professional development to all
Treasurer of our sponsored schools. We will use the data
Richard A. Cox from these surveys to develop our technical
assistance and professional development plans
for the 2021-2022 school year.
Director Sunshine Law Training
Kurt A. Aey Remember, each year, all members of the
governing authority of a community school, the
designated fiscal officer, the chief administrative
officer, other administrative employees, and all
individuals performing supervisory or
Administrative Offices administrative services for the school under a
2275 Collingwood Blvd. contract with the operator of the school must
complete training on public records and
Toledo, OH 43620
meetings law. Now is a great time to make sure
(419) 245-4150 all those required to have the training have
completed it successfully.
Restraint and Seclusion Data Collection
Community Schools Center
Restraint and seclusion data collection for the
24955 Seaman Rd.
2020-2021 school year will open on June 7, 2021
Oregon, OH 43616 and close August 6, 2021. Additional
(419) 246-3137 instructions and tools for collecting the data will
be announced later this month in
EdConnection.
www.esclakeeriewest.org
Sponsor Update
MAY 2021 PAGE 2
ESC OF LAKE ERIE WEST COMMUNITY SCHOOLS CENTER
MISSION MISSION
The mission of the Educational The ESCLEW Community
Service Center of Lake Erie West Schools Center is a student-
is to provide quality resources centered authorizer of charter
and services that meet the schools, advancing quality
unique needs of our partners in educational opportunities
the educational community. throughout the state of Ohio.
ORGANIZATIONAL GOALS
LEADERSHIP
Provide strong leadership, guidance, and support to our regional,
statewide, and community partners.
QUALITY AND ACCOUNTABILITY
Provide staff, programs, and services that meet or exceed the quality and
accountability expectations of our partners; assist our partners in
implementing Ohio's Strategic Plan for Education.
COLLABORATION
Promote, develop, and enhance collaboration within our organization and
with our regional, statewide, and community stakeholders.
RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Efficiently and effectively manage all resources available to the
organization.Sponsor Update
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Governing Authority
Update
FINANCIAL LITERACY IN MIDDLE GRADES (7-8)
ORC 3313.6015 requires all community schools to adopt a formal board resolution
outlining how districts will meet the requirements of providing instruction in financial
literacy to students in middle grades (7-8). Each school is required to submit to ODE
evidence of its resolution and its plan for compliance.
The resolution is only required to be submitted one time unless the school's curriculum
or compliance plan changes. Then, a new resolution would need to be approved and
submitted again. While this task is only required once, and may have already been
completed, a copy of the resolution should be held on site at the school in the case
that ODE requests a review during an on-site visit.
ODE has provided the Financial Literacy in Middle Grades Standards and a free model
curriculum for schools to use. Alternatively, the school may meet the requirement of
providing instruction in financial literacy using a program or curriculum of its choice.
If there is not a current, approved resolution for Financial Literacy in Middle Grades and
a plan for compliance on file with ODE, it is recommended to discuss and approve the
items at the next governing authority meeting.
Approved resolutions and plans for compliance must be submitted to ODE via email.
Additional resources are available on the ODE website including a sample resolution.
COMMUNITY SCHOOLS ANNUAL STATEWIDE MEETING
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 4, 2021
The ESC of Lake Erie West Community Schools Center is thrilled to have Principal Kafele as the
keynote speaker for the 2021-2022 Annual Statewide Meeting.
This will be a virtual event. An official registration email will be coming soon.Sponsor Update
MAY 2021 PAGE 4
Compliance News
SPECIAL UPDATE EPICENTER SUBMISSIONS
The spring five-year forecast was due DUE REQUIREMENT
into Epicenter by April 30th. Some
schools have requested and were May 7 Director's Report - April
granted extensions. Please note, in
order for the ESC of Lake Erie West to May 10 Monthly Site Visit Report
properly review the board-approved Certification - April
five-year forecast, it must be submitted
into Epicenter leaving time to review, May 15 Monthly Financial Reports -
respond, and approve before April
uploading and submitting to ODE.
May 31 Emergency Drill Log
The school may send a draft of the five-
year forecast to Financial Consultant -----------------------------------------------------
Linda Moye. This will allow Linda to
provide feedback, if needed. This will Reminder - The following submission
also allow the school to upload the items have been removed from
forecast promptly after it has been Epicenter for May 2021:
approved and will ensure each board's
five-year forecast is reviewed, approved, Policy Certification
and uploaded into Epicenter to ODE #664 Public Meetings - Exceptions
by May 30, 2021.
AT A GLANCE
Combined ratings for all schools' Epicenter submissions
March 2021 2020-2021
On-Time: 97% On-Time: 98%
Accurate: 97% Accurate: 99%Sponsor Update
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Academic Services
Update
TEACHING FINANCIAL LITERACY THE ONE NEEDS ASSESSMENT
IN GRADES 7 AND 8 (ONA)
ODE published the Financial Literacy in The One Needs Assessment was due to
Middle Grades Model Curriculum which ODE on Friday, April 30, 2021. Any
can be used to teach the standards participants in Cohort 1 that would like
required for Financial Literacy in Middle a better understanding of the next
Grades per ORC 3313.6015. steps in the review process may use
the resources posted on the ODE
Schools may teach the financial literacy website.
curriculum as a standalone course or
integrate the content into other courses Schools listed in Cohorts 2 and 3 have a
throughout the school day. The way in submission deadline of June 30, 2021.
which the content is delivered must The Office of Federal Programs offers
align with the plan for compliance and open office hours on a weekly basis to
approved resolution, which were answer any questions. The office hours
submitted to ODE by the school's begin May 4, 2021 at 2:00 - 3:00pm and
governing authority. continue each Tuesday in May.
ODE is committed to continue School in Cohorts 2 and 3 are
providing free resources and curriculum encouraged to reach out to their local
to all public schools in Ohio to ensure SST for support in completing these
this legal requirement is met without documents. The SST consultants have
challenge. extensive training and can assist in
verifying the documents are
To access the approved model completed correctly. The ESC of Lake
curriculum and for more information on Erie West Community Schools Center
the requirement for teaching Financial does not have access to these
Literacy in Middle Grades, visit the ODE documents in the CCIP. However, the
website. school may still reach out to its
Regional Technical Assistance
Educator for support in this process.Sponsor Update
MAY 2021 PAGE 6
Special Education
Update
GRADUATION PLANNING & PATHWAYS UPDATE
Graduation Planning
In accordance with Ohio law, each student, beginning in Grade 9 and continuing on through
high school graduation, is required to develop and maintain a graduation plan. The guidance
from ODE has stated these plans should be in place starting with this year's sophomores.
Consideration for Special Education Teams
A student's individualized education program (IEP) may be considered in place of a
separate graduation plan under certain criteria, such as if the IEP contains academic
goals substantially equivalent to a graduation plan. Specific criteria are listed on the
ODE website.
Graduation Planning Template
ODE has developed a graduation planning template: a draft Graduation Plan for the use in
Ohio high schools. This template is intended to be utilized by schools to ensure all options
available have been presented for graduation and that all students are on track to graduate.
The template was developed as a resource for schools; it is not a required document.
Graduation Pathways Update
Recently enacted legislation (Section 9 of HB 67) allows districts and schools to substitute an
eligible student's final course grade in an eligible course for the corresponding high school
end-of-course test. This bill has also opened two new pathways to graduation for eligible
students for the 2020-2021 school year only.
HB 67 gives school principals the ability to make final calls on graduation eligibility for this
school year and also provides the option for students to earn diplomas if they meet specified
curriculum requirements and complete the OhioMeansJobs-Readiness Seal.
Resources
ODE: Ohio's Graduation Requirements
Graduation Flexibility Course Grade Substitution 2020-2021
Graduation Pathways: New for 2020-2021 School YearSponsor Update
MAY 2021 PAGE 7
Professional
Development
YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID BOOK STUDY: SHIFTING THE BALANCE
This 6-hour training gives adults who work with Six Ways to Bring the Science of Reading into the
youth the skills they need to reach out and Balanced Literacy Classroom. Learn more about
provide initial support to children and the Science of Reading and how to bridge the gap
between SOR and Balanced Literacy.
adolescents (ages 6-18) who may be developing
a mental health or substance use problem and
When: June 1 - July 2 with virtual meetings on June
help connect them to the appropriate care. 2, June 16, and June 30 @ 4:00pm - 5:00pm.
The training has been adapted to be delivered Where: Virtual through Google Classroom.
virtually during a 4-hour instructor-led Zoom Participants will need a Gmail account.
training. A 2-hour, self-paced online class is also
required. Information on the self-paced online Who: K-2 Educators, Instructional Coaches,
class will be emailed after registration. Administrators, Support Staff, and anyone interested
in learning more about the Science of Reading.
Register for one of the three available dates:
Cost: Free, but participants must purchase the book
(available on Stenhouse Publishers or Amazon).
Tuesday, May 11 @ 9:00am - 1:00pm
Wednesday, May 19 @ 1:00pm - 5:00pm Contact Hours: 15 contact hours will be awarded.
Wednesday, June 16 @ 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Register Here
ADDITIONAL SUPPORT
The ESC of Lake Erie West is dedicated to providing high-quality and research-driven professional
development. Check the catalog of sessions regularly for updates and new events.
View Calendar Recordings Live BindersSponsor Update
MAY 2021 PAGE 8
Professional
Development
UNIVERSAL DESIGN FOR LEARNING (UDL) SUMMER INSTITUTE
To address the variability among students in today's diverse learning
environments, educators are increasingly turning to Universal Design
for Learning (UDL). UDL offers a framework for guiding the design of
learning opportunities that are inclusive and challenging for all
learners.
This three-week online institute includes a mix of self-paced learning,
asynchronous group discussions, and job-embedded application.
Objectives
Deepen knowledge of UDL and develop a strong understanding of how it can be applied across
various learning environments, both brick-and-mortar and virtual.
Learn the principles behind "variability" - the neuroscience associated with UDL that states all
individuals learn in unique and different ways.
Explore UDL in action and see how it is applied in the classroom.
When: June 7 - June 25. This online, asynchronous institute is self-paced with no live components.
Where: Virtual through Google Classroom. Participants will need a Gmail account.
Who: All K-12 Educators, Instructional Coaches, Administrators, Support Staff, School Counselors, etc.
Cost: Free.
Contact Hours: 15 contact hours will be awarded.
Register Here
IN NEED OF TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE?
Contact the school's Regional Technical Assistance Educator for direct support related to
on-site visits, governing authority updates, compliance, academics, and more.
Jessica Bair DeAnna Hardwick Augie Herman
Julie Kadri Diane Longstreth Ranay NunamakerSponsor Update
MAY 2021 PAGE 9
Additional Resources
HELPFUL ORGANIZATIONS SPECIAL EDUCATION
ESC of Lake Erie West WCASS Guide: How to Provide Students
ESC of Northeast Ohio with IEPs Access to Their Grade Level
ESC of Central Ohio Curriculum through Text to Speech
The Wisconsin Council of Administrators of
Special Services (WCASS) generously
CASEL
shared this great resource. Be sure to pass
along to all special educators and teachers!
State Support Team Region 1 ----------------------------------------------------------
State Support Team Region 2 ESC of Lake Erie West
State Support Team Region 3 Community Schools Center
State Support Team Region 4 Special Education Live PD Webinar #3
State Support Team Region 5 Intervention
State Support Team Region 6 Thursday, May 6, 2021
State Support Team Region 7 2:30 - 3:30 PM
Register
State Support Team Region 8
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State Support Team Region 9
ESC of Lake Erie West
State Support Team Region 10
Community Schools Center
State Support Team Region 11 Special Education Virtual Office Hours
State Support Team Region 12 Every Monday through June 7, 2021
State Support Team Region 13 3:00 - 4:00 PM
State Support Team Region 14 Join Meeting
State Support Team Region 15 Meeting ID: 974 2922 3981
State Support Team Region 16 Meeting Passcode: 339697
COVID-19 HANDBOOK, VOL. 2:
ROADMAP TO REOPENING SAFELY AND MEETING ALL STUDENTS' NEEDS
The U.S. Department of Education released the COVID-19 Handbook, Volume 2 to provide additional
strategies for safely reopening all of America's schools to promote educational equity by addressing
opportunity gaps that have been exacerbated by the pandemic.Sponsor Update
MAY 2021 PAGE 10
MEET THE STAFF Director,
Community Schools Center
Kurt Aey
(419) 246-3142
Director,
Curriculum and Instruction
Suzy Short
Regional Technical
(419) 351-9429
Assistance Educators
Team Leader,
DeAnna Hardwick Academic Services
(330) 591-0217 Kristi Hayward
(419) 214-3893
Augie Herman
Team Leader,
(937) 243-4900 Operations
Laura Goldswer
Dr. Diane Longstreth (419) 724-4288
(740) 207-1051
Financial Consultant
Linda Moye
(419) 724-4291
Regional Technical
Assistance Educators & Special Education Specialist
Special Education Jennifer Adkins
(419) 245-4600
Jessica Bair
School Improvement and
(419) 367-3562 Academic Specialist
Aimee Mendelsohn
Julie Kadri (419) 280-1661
(419) 205-8543
Administrative Assistant
Kathy Sickles
Ranay Nunamaker
(419) 246-3137
(419) 262-7916
Project Assistant
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