📣 Calling All Option 6 & Option 9 Teachers! 🍎⚡

SESC is excited to offer a Classroom Practices Power Hour virtual after-school series designed specifically for Option 6 and Option 9 teachers!

These one-hour sessions are packed with practical, immediately usable strategies to help strengthen Tier 1 classroom systems, prevent behavior challenges, increase engagement, and set students up for success.

💻 Virtual | 3:45–4:45 PM

📅 November 5 – Encouraging Appropriate Behavior
🔗 bit.ly/CPPH1105

📅 November 19 – Responding to Inappropriate Behavior
🔗 bit.ly/CPPH1119

📅 December 3 – Environment & Active Supervision
🔗 bit.ly/CPPH1203

📅 December 17 – Engagement & Opportunities to Respond
🔗 bit.ly/CPPH1217

✨ New to the classroom? We've got you! Join us for one session or all four and walk away with tools you can put into practice the very next day.

👉 Share with an Option 6 or Option 9 teacher who could benefit!

Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PMcgxA5T2V-UuQX9ci4enxy517GBaoH8/view
about 7 hours ago, Dusty Phelps
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🏈 Ready to strengthen your co-teaching game plan?

Join us for The Co-Teaching Playbook: Better Together. Stronger as a Team. This virtual professional learning session is designed to help co-teaching teams build a stronger, more intentional partnership.

During this interactive session, we will:
🏆 Strengthen the co-teaching partnership
🤝 Clarify roles and shared responsibilities
📋 Explore the six co-teaching approaches and learn when to “call” each play

📅 Monday, November 2, 2026
⏰ 9:00–11:00 AM
💻 Virtual via Zoom — the Zoom link will be sent to registered participants on October 29.

Whether you’re new to co-teaching or looking to strengthen an existing partnership, come ready to add some new plays to your Co-Teaching Playbook!

📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to register.

https://app.sesccoop.org/landings/join_activity/TBjbM1Rx
about 19 hours ago, Dr. Brandi Bray
Co-Teaching
🍎 Calling All Kindergarten & 1st Grade Teachers! 🍎

Build a strong foundation for positive behavior and engaged learning this fall with our Classroom Practices Power Hour virtual after-school series!

Designed specifically for Kindergarten and 1st Grade educators, this practical, interactive series will provide classroom-ready strategies to help you create positive, predictable, and engaging learning environments where every student can thrive.

📚 Session Topics:
✅ September 9– Encouraging Appropriate Behavior-
REGISTER HERE---> bit.ly/PH0909
✅ September 23– Responding to Inappropriate Behavior
REGISTER HERE---> bit.ly/PH0923
✅ October 14– Environment & Active Supervision
REGISTER HERE---> bit.ly/CPPH1014
✅ October 28– Engagement & Opportunities to Respond
REGISTER HERE---> bit.ly/CPPH1028

🖥️ Virtual
🕞 3:45–4:45 PM (ET)

Whether you're new to the classroom or looking to strengthen the systems you already have in place, each one-hour session is packed with practical tools you can implement the very next day.

📲 Register for one session or join us for the entire series! Simply scan the QR codes on the flyer or visit the registration links provided above.
1 day ago, Dusty Phelps
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📣 Calling all PBIS Principals!

We are ecstatic to offer a PBIS Principal Cadre designed just for you! This virtual cadre will provide time to reflect on your role as a principal on the PBIS team, explore effective practices across the region, and collaborate with fellow principals throughout the Southeast South-Central region.

📅 September 30, 2026
📅 March 9, 2027
⏰ 8:30–10:00 a.m.
💻 Via Zoom—connect right from your office!

Shelly and Holly cannot wait to see you! See the flyer below for registration information.

1 day ago, Dr. Brandi Bray
PBIS Principals Cadre
📣 Calling All FRYSC Coordinators and staff!

You're invited to join the 2026–27 FRYSC Community of Practice, hosted by SESC!

This collaborative series is designed to bring FRYSC professionals together to connect, learn, and grow while strengthening supports for students and families. Throughout the year, we'll explore timely topics, share successful practices, and collaborate with colleagues from across the region to address the evolving needs of our schools and communities.

🗓 2026–27 Session Topics:
✨ September 14 – Vibrant Learning & Portrait of a Learner
Register Here---> bit.ly/914FRYSC

🤝 October 23 – Chronic Absenteeism
Register Here---> bit.ly/1023FRYSC

💙 January 8 – Trauma-Informed Practices
Register Here---> bit.ly/0108FRYSC

📈 March 5 – Restorative Practices
Register Here---> bit.ly/0305FRYSC

🎯 May 7 – MTSS
Register Here---> bit.ly/0507FRYSC

Why join?
✅ Connect with FRYSC colleagues from across the region.
✅ Learn practical approaches to today's student and family needs.
✅ Share resources, ideas, and community partnerships.
✅ Strengthen schoolwide supports.
✅ Leave each session with actionable strategies you can implement immediately.

We look forward to building a strong network of FRYSC professionals dedicated to supporting students, families, and school communities—together!

📍 Register using the links above or on the flyer and join us for a great year of collaboration and learning!

Flyer: https://canva.link/jwca921zkjkjikb
1 day ago, Dusty Phelps
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📣 Registration is NOW OPEN for the 2026-2027 SESC Trauma-Informed Practices Cadre!

We're excited to partner with the Kentucky Department of Education to support school and district teams as they strengthen trauma-informed practices across their systems. This isn't about adding one more initiative. It's about connecting the great work you're already doing and building a more intentional, sustainable approach that supports both students and staff.

During this three-session virtual cadre, we'll work together to:
✅ Align trauma-informed practices across all tiers of support
✅ Identify strengths and gaps in your current systems
✅ Collaborate with districts across the region
✅ Develop practical action steps you can take back to your district/schools

📅 Virtual Sessions (8:30-10:00 AM)
📍 September 2, 2026
📍 November 4, 2026
📍 February 3, 2027

Whether you're just getting started or looking to strengthen existing efforts, we'd love to have your team join us!

🔗 Register here:
September: https://bit.ly/TICadre1
November: https://bit.ly/TICadre2
February: https://bit.ly/TICadre3

Tag a colleague or district team that should be part of this conversation! 💙💚
1 day ago, Dusty Phelps
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📣 You asked—and we listened!

The UFLI Foundations Network is coming to you on your schedule! 🎉 Kristy Stuber and Annie Conner will be sharing informational recordings focused on the UFLI topics teachers across our region said they want and need most.

✨ Watch when it works best for you
✨ Explore practical, teacher-selected topics
✨ Strengthen your UFLI Foundations implementation
✨ Gain ideas and support you can use right away

New recordings will be released in October, January, March, and May! 📅

Ready to learn, grow, and make an even greater impact on young readers? Scan the QR code on the flyer to register and receive the recordings!

💙💚 Let’s connect, learn, and grow together—one sound, one word, and one confident reader at a time!

#UFLIFoundations #ScienceOfReading #PhonicsInstruction #TeacherLearning #LiteracyMatters
1 day ago, Dr. Brandi Bray
UFLI
🚀 **HIGH SCHOOL COUNSELORS: This is an opportunity you’ll want to know about!**

💡 Kyle Wilson, CEO of BOOM Edu, is joining SESC virtually on September 17th to share how this entrepreneurship pathway can give high school students the opportunity to:

Come learn about BOOM and leave ready to share this opportunity with students and families!

📅 **September 17**
⏰ **11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.**
💻 **Virtual**

👉 **Register here:** https://app.sesccoop.org/landings/join_activity/X0fzC48O

Learn more about BOOM Edu: https://boomedu.org/
2 days ago, Dusty Phelps
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Explore how protecting recess can support academic achievement, student engagement, behavior, and school culture. Participants will examine updated American Academy of Pediatrics guidance, the principal’s role in protecting recess, alternatives to using recess as punishment, and practical ways to leverage play, belonging, and restorative discipline to create more positive school experiences for students.

📅 **OPTION 1- SEP. 17**
⏰ **9:00-10:00AM**
💻 **Virtual**
Register: bit.ly/RECESS1

📅 **OPTION 2- OCT. 20**
⏰ **9:00-10:00AM**
💻 **Virtual**
Register: bit.ly/RECESS20

2 days ago, Dusty Phelps
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🚨 Calling All FRYSC Coordinators! 🚨

Grow your impact through collaboration with the SESC 2026–27 Virtual FRYSC Learning Series!

Join fellow FRYSC professionals from across the region as we explore timely topics, exchange innovative ideas, and strengthen the programs and partnerships that help students, families, and school communities thrive. Each session is designed to provide practical strategies, meaningful collaboration, and actionable resources you can implement right away.

📅 2026–27 Learning Series

🌟 September 11 – Vibrant Learning & Portrait of a Learner
🔗 bit.ly/0911FRYSC

🌟 October 23 – Restorative Practices
🔗 bit.ly/1023FRYSC

🌟 January 8 – Trauma-Informed Practices
🔗 bit.ly/0108FRYSC

🌟 March 5 – Chronic Absenteeism
🔗 bit.ly/0305FRYSC

🌟 May 7 – MTSS
🔗 bit.ly/0507FRYSC

Why participate?
✅ Connect with FRYSC colleagues from across the region.
✅ Learn practical approaches to current student and family needs.
✅ Share successful ideas, resources, and community partnerships.
✅ Strengthen schoolwide supports.
✅ Leave each session with actionable next steps to better support students, families, and school communities.

We can't wait to learn, collaborate, and grow with you this year!
4 days ago, Renee Hibbard
FRYSC Virtual Learning Series 2026-27

✨ More than 100 educators! 17 school districts! One shared vision for vibrant learning!

SESC recently hosted the Vibrant Learning Summit, bringing together more than 100 educators from 17 different districts for a day of collaboration, innovation, and practical strategies designed to create engaging, student-centered learning experiences.

Participants explored how to increase student engagement, ownership, collaboration, cognitive challenge, and authentic learning while connecting with fellow educators who share a passion for transforming classrooms.

The excitement doesn't stop there!

🌟 Continue the conversation by joining SESC's VIBE Network (Vibrant Instruction for Bold Educators)! This virtual professional learning community is designed to connect, empower, and inspire educators through engaging conversations, shared best practices, and opportunities to collaborate with colleagues from across the region. Whether you're a classroom teacher, administrator, or instructional coach, the VIBE Network offers practical strategies and meaningful connections to enhance teaching and learning.

📅 Join us throughout the year for one-hour virtual sessions:
• September 11- bit.ly/VIBEsept2026
• November 19- bit.ly/VIBEnov2026
• January 21- bit.ly/VIBEjan2026
• March 18- bit.ly/VIBEmar2026

Registration information is available on the VIBE Network flyer. We can't wait to continue learning and growing with you!

4 days ago, Renee Hibbard
Vibrant Instruction for Bold Educators Network flyer
📣 You asked—and we listened!

The UFLI Foundations Network is coming to you on your schedule! 🎉 Kristy Stuber and Annie Conner will be sharing informational recordings focused on the UFLI topics teachers across our region said they want and need most.

✨ Watch when it works best for you
✨ Explore practical, teacher-selected topics
✨ Strengthen your UFLI Foundations implementation
✨ Gain ideas and support you can use right away

New recordings will be released in October, January, March, and May! 📅

Ready to learn, grow, and make an even greater impact on young readers? Scan the QR code on the flyer to register and receive the recordings!

💙💚 Let’s connect, learn, and grow together—one sound, one word, and one confident reader at a time!

#UFLIFoundations #ScienceOfReading #PhonicsInstruction #TeacherLearning #LiteracyMatters
4 days ago, Dr. Brandi Bray
UFLI
SESC welcomed regional educators for ElevatED Day 2, a training and support series for teachers!

Participants explored classroom management and procedures, building a culture for learning, student behavior and de-escalation strategies, classroom environments, and additional components of the Kentucky Framework for Teaching.

Presenters Missy Conlin, Jenniefer Siler, and Holly Hibbard shared a variety of practical strategies and resources that teachers can take back and implement in their classrooms.

It was another great day of learning, connecting, and growing together! 💚💙💚💙
5 days ago, Leah Marcum
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Principals and Instructional Coaches don't miss this opportunity to strengthen your school’s PLCs!

We have ONE spot left for a school or district to join!

SESC, in partnership with the New Teacher Center (NTC) and Sibme AI, is inviting school leaders and coaches/teacher leaders to participate in an amazing grant opportunity. Explore how secure, non-evaluative AI-enabled feedback can elevate teacher collaboration and accelerate student achievement.

Learn how your school can participate through our upcoming sessions:

📅 Virtual Admin & Leader Briefing
Date: September 8, 2026
Time: 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Registration Link: https://app.sesccoop.org/landings/join_activity/BW4z5eYQ

📅 In-Person PLC Facilitator Kickoff
Date: September 15, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Where: SESC (Training Room 2)

Registration Link: https://app.sesccoop.org/landings/join_activity/sMdigSWC

Have questions or ready to secure your school's spot?

Contact Leah Marcum at leah.marcum@sesccoop.org or (606) 231-2325

5 days ago, Leah Marcum
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📣 Calling All School Counselors! Registration is NOW OPEN for the 2026-2027 SESC School Counselor Cadre!

School counselors wear a lot of hats, and having a network of colleagues who truly understand the work makes all the difference.

Join us for this three-session, in-person cadre designed specifically for school counselors. Together, we'll explore practical strategies you can use right away, strengthen your role within a tiered system of support, and connect with counselors from across the region.

Here's what you can expect:
✅ Role-specific discussions for elementary and secondary counselors
✅ Solution-focused and other brief counseling approaches for school settings
✅ Data-driven strategies to better support student needs
✅ Time to collaborate, problem-solve, and learn from one another

📍 SESC Training Center
🗓 October 19, 2026 | 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
🔗 https://bit.ly/SCoct19

🗓 December 4, 2026 | 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
🔗 https://bit.ly/SCdec4

🗓 February 25, 2027 | 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
🔗 https://bit.ly/SCfeb25

Whether you're a new counselor or a seasoned veteran, we'd love to have you join us for a year of learning, collaboration, and professional growth.

💚 Tag a school counselor who needs to see this!
5 days ago, Dusty Phelps
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📣 Calling All FRYSC Coordinators and staff!

You're invited to join the 2026–27 FRYSC Community of Practice, hosted by SESC!

This collaborative series is designed to bring FRYSC professionals together to connect, learn, and grow while strengthening supports for students and families. Throughout the year, we'll explore timely topics, share successful practices, and collaborate with colleagues from across the region to address the evolving needs of our schools and communities.

🗓 2026–27 Session Topics:
✨ September 14 – Vibrant Learning & Portrait of a Learner
Register Here---> bit.ly/914FRYSC

🤝 October 23 – Chronic Absenteeism
Register Here---> bit.ly/1023FRYSC

💙 January 8 – Trauma-Informed Practices
Register Here---> bit.ly/0108FRYSC

📈 March 5 – Restorative Practices
Register Here---> bit.ly/0305FRYSC

🎯 May 7 – MTSS
Register Here---> bit.ly/0507FRYSC

Why join?
✅ Connect with FRYSC colleagues from across the region.
✅ Learn practical approaches to today's student and family needs.
✅ Share resources, ideas, and community partnerships.
✅ Strengthen schoolwide supports.
✅ Leave each session with actionable strategies you can implement immediately.

We look forward to building a strong network of FRYSC professionals dedicated to supporting students, families, and school communities—together!

📍 Register using the links above or on the flyer and join us for a great year of collaboration and learning!

Flyer: https://canva.link/jwca921zkjkjikb
5 days ago, Dusty Phelps
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🎯Are you a school or district MTSS Leader?

Join SESC's MTSS Cadre—a collaborative learning community designed for administrators, MTSS coordinators, instructional leaders, and school teams committed to strengthening systems of support for every student.

Together, we'll explore practical strategies to build and sustain effective Multi-Tiered Systems of Supports (MTSS), strengthen Tier 1 instruction and behavioral supports, use data to guide decisions, and improve outcomes for all learners. Each session will be packed full of opportunities to collaborate with colleagues, problem-solve real implementation challenges, and leave with actionable tools you can use immediately.

This cadre is an opportunity to:
⭐ Strengthen your MTSS leadership and implementation practices
⭐ Improve data-based decision making
⭐ Build stronger Tier 1 systems that support all students
⭐ Collaborate with educators from across the region
⭐ Share resources, ideas, and successful practices
⭐ Develop sustainable action plans for continuous improvement

📅 2026–27 MTSS Cadre Dates

🗓 October 15, 2026
🔗 Register: bit.ly/Oct15MTSS

🗓 February 24, 2027
🔗 Register: bit.ly/24FebMTSS

Whether you're refining an established MTSS framework or just beginning your implementation journey, this cadre will provide the support, resources, and professional network to help your school or district build systems where every student receives the right support at the right time.

We look forward to learning with you!
5 days ago, Dusty Phelps
Flyer
🏈 Ready to strengthen your co-teaching game plan?

Join us for The Co-Teaching Playbook: Better Together. Stronger as a Team. This virtual professional learning session is designed to help co-teaching teams build a stronger, more intentional partnership.

During this interactive session, we will:
🏆 Strengthen the co-teaching partnership
🤝 Clarify roles and shared responsibilities
📋 Explore the six co-teaching approaches and learn when to “call” each play

📅 Monday, November 2, 2026
⏰ 9:00–11:00 AM
💻 Virtual via Zoom — the Zoom link will be sent to registered participants on October 29.

Whether you’re new to co-teaching or looking to strengthen an existing partnership, come ready to add some new plays to your Co-Teaching Playbook!

📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to register.

https://app.sesccoop.org/landings/join_activity/TBjbM1Rx
5 days ago, Dr. Brandi Bray
Co-Teaching

🌟 If you missed this week's Trauma-Informed Practices Cadre, you still have more opportunities to join us this year!

Today, we had the opportunity to collaborate virtually with district and school leaders from 14 districts across our region! 💙💚

Together, we explored Trauma-Informed Care Plans, shared practical strategies and ideas from across the region, and learned from KDE’s Mrs. Christina Weeter, Director of Student Success.

What a great morning of learning, sharing, and collaboration! 👏

To view the recording or see the slide deck from today, click the link below!
(https://sites.google.com/sesccoop.org/behavior/cadre-resources)

📅 Want to join us next time?
Our next Trauma-Informed Practices Cadre will be:

November 4th | 8:30–10:00 a.m. | Zoom

Check out the flyer below to register! 👇

We would LOVE to have you join us as we continue learning from and supporting one another across the region! 💙💚

6 days ago, Dr. Brandi Bray
TIC
TIC
🚀 Ready for work. Ready for life.

Help your students participating in the Alternate Assessment build meaningful pathways to employment and independence!

Join us for a hands-on day of learning as we explore:
✨ Career Work Experience Certification
✨ Work-Based Learning
✨ Experiential Curriculum
✨ Data Collection
✨ Person-Centered Planning

Walk away with practical strategies you can put into action immediately!

📅 September 9
⏰ 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
📍 SESC
https://bit.ly/4ff7En1
6 days ago, Dr. Brandi Bray
CWEC