🌟 SHOUT OUT to South Laurel High School! 🌟
We are so excited to celebrate South Laurel High School for being invited to showcase their PBIS systems across all tiers at the KDE/COGNIA Continuous Improvement Summit at the Central Bank Center in Lexington! 🎉
Their presentation highlighted the great work happening across their PBIS framework, with a special focus on Check-In/Check-Out (CICO) as a Tier 2 support.
At South Laurel, their message is simple and powerful:
💙 DO YOUR JOB! 💙
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What a great opportunity to share the systems, supports, and practices they have put in place to help students succeed! We are incredibly excited to see the great things happening at South Laurel being shared with educators from across Kentucky.
👏 Way to represent South Laurel High School, Laurel County Schools, and the SESC region!

Pictured are Principal Amanda Bretz, PBIS Coach and Teacher Samantha Kirby, and Samual Colyer, CICO Coordinator and Teacher. #sesccoop #servingyou
about 13 hours ago, Ashley Judd
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🎓 Growing Leaders Across Kentucky!

We were excited to welcome 25 new Principals and Assistant Principals from across the SESC region—and other parts of the state—for Certified Evaluation Training with the P3 Network!

These school leaders spent the day learning, collaborating, and building their capacity to lead effective evaluation practices that support educator growth and student success.

We’re proud to support these new administrators as they step into leadership and continue to empower and elevate educational excellence! 🌟 #sesccoop #servingyou
about 13 hours ago, Ashley Judd
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🌟 Celebrating Excellence Across Our Region! 🌟

SESC is proud to celebrate Knox County Schools, where an impressive 9 schools have earned PBIS Recognition! 🎉👏

Knox County has a longstanding tradition of implementing strong Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) to support both academic achievement and positive student behavior. This recognition reflects the dedication, consistency, and teamwork happening across the district every day.

A special congratulations to District PBIS Coach Marti Partin for her leadership and commitment to supporting schools in building and sustaining effective practices.

👏 Congratulations, Knox County Schools! Nine schools recognized—and one district continuing a strong tradition of supporting students and staff to thrive.

SESC is proud to celebrate your success! 💙🌟 #sesccoop #servingyou
about 13 hours ago, Ashley Judd
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Calling teachers of highly structured classrooms, MSD classrooms, and students with autism! Join SESC for Structured TEACCHING: Making Classrooms Click.

Amanda Bell, a TEACCH trained presenter, will lead two days of interactive learning focused on practical tools, purposeful spaces, and greater student independence.

Let’s put classroom structure to work! 🙌
✅ Create effective visual schedules
✅ Develop independent work systems
✅ Design visual supports for your classroom
✅ Reframe behavior and strengthen problem-solving

📅 November 11 & 12, 2026
⏰ 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. each day
💻 Online via Zoom

Grab your favorite teacher mug, bring your classroom questions, and get ready to make things click! ☕🧩

📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to register, and share with a teacher who would love this!

#SESC #StructuredTEACCHING #SpecialEducation #StudentIndependence
about 14 hours ago, Dr. Brandi Bray
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🎉 Congratulations, South Laurel Middle School! 🎉

South Laurel Middle School has earned the PBIS Tier 1 Seal of Excellence! 🏆
This recognition reflects the intentional work happening throughout SLMS to build a positive, consistent, and supportive school environment for ALL students. Their commitment to strong Tier 1 systems is creating a foundation where students and staff can thrive! ❤️

Pictured are Assistant Principal Kevin Merida, School Counselor Danielle Armstrong, and PBIS Coach Lorena Perkins, three leaders helping champion this work alongside their dedicated PBIS team and staff! 👏

Congratulations, SLMS! Your commitment to building strong systems and an even stronger school community is worth celebrating! 🎉 SESC is proud to partner with you and support your continued PBIS journey!

#PBIS #Tier1 #SealOfExcellence #SouthLaurelMiddleSchool #SchoolClimate #SchoolCulture #SESC #PBISInAction
2 days ago, Dr. Brandi Bray
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✨ Does your behavior system need a MAKEOVER? ✨

Whether your school is just beginning to think about a schoolwide behavior system or you’re ready to strengthen what you already have in place, PBIS Exploration is a great place to start!

Join SESC to explore PBIS Tier 1 implementation, including readiness steps, what implementation can look like, and how a strong, consistent behavior system can support both student behavior and academic success.

🏫 In-Person: October 27 | 9:00–11:00 AM at SESC
REGISTER HERE--> bit.ly/1027Explore
💻 Virtual: October 28 | 9:00–11:00 AM via Zoom
REGISTER HERE--> bit.ly/1028Explore

Come explore the possibilities and learn more about joining our Spring 2027 PBIS Cohort!

👉 Register using the QR codes or links on the flyer or above,

💚 Clear expectations. Consistent responses. Stronger school culture. A system that works for students AND staff!

Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1q9HWa8RHPwuok5HZWcdStUe4glNl7ePt/view?usp=sharing
2 days ago, Dusty Phelps
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Calling teachers of highly structured classrooms, MSD classrooms, and students with autism! Join SESC for Structured TEACCHING: Making Classrooms Click.

Amanda Bell, a TEACCH trained presenter, will lead two days of interactive learning focused on practical tools, purposeful spaces, and greater student independence.

Let’s put classroom structure to work! 🙌
✅ Create effective visual schedules
✅ Develop independent work systems
✅ Design visual supports for your classroom
✅ Reframe behavior and strengthen problem-solving

📅 November 11 & 12, 2026
⏰ 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. each day
💻 Online via Zoom

Grab your favorite teacher mug, bring your classroom questions, and get ready to make things click! ☕🧩

📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to register, and share with a teacher who would love this!

#SESC #StructuredTEACCHING #SpecialEducation #StudentIndependence
2 days ago, Dr. Brandi Bray
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🎉 Congratulations, South Laurel High School! 🎉

South Laurel High School has earned the PBIS Tier 1, Tier 2, AND Tier 3 Seals of Excellence! 🏆🔥 Your school climate and culture are truly on fire!

Pictured are Principal Amanda Bretz and PBIS Coach Samantha Kirby, but both are quick to share that this success is driven by an amazing PBIS team committed to supporting students and staff every day. ❤️

Congratulations, SLHS! Keep rocking this important work! 🙌 SESC is proud to partner alongside you and support your continued PBIS journey!

#PBIS #SealOfExcellence #SchoolClimate #SchoolCulture #SouthLaurelHighSchool #SESC #PBISInAction #Teamwork
3 days ago, Dr. Brandi Bray
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📐 KMIT Walkthroughs Are Underway at SESC! 📐

Dr. Holly Hibbard and Alicia Whitworth had a great visit with Corbin Primary School last week as they kicked off their KMIT walkthrough work!

Corbin Primary already has many strengths in math instruction, but their team is committed to continuous growth. They will use the data collected through KMIT walkthroughs to identify areas for growth and help guide meaningful conversations and instructional work within their PLCs.

Even better, Corbin Primary has trained several internal team members to conduct KMIT walkthroughs, building the capacity to sustain this work for years to come! 👏

Interested in using KMIT to strengthen math instruction and guide professional learning in your school or district? Reach out to Dr. Holly Hibbard or Alicia Whitworth at SESC!

#KMIT #MathInstruction #ContinuousImprovement #ProfessionalLearning #SESC #PLC #MathLeadership
3 days ago, Dr. Brandi Bray
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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

3 days ago, Dusty Phelps
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🚨 Stop admiring problems. Start solving them!

Join us for a full-day Data-Based Decision Making training designed to help school teams turn their data into ACTION!

Participants will learn how to use discipline data, adult fidelity data, and observations to:
📊 Identify patterns and needs
🎯 Develop precise problem statements
🧩 Use the TIPS problem-solving process
📈 Determine coaching and professional learning needs
✅ Build actionable next steps for PLCs, MTSS teams, and school leadership

Your data should do more than tell you there’s a problem, it should help you decide what to do next!

💡 Stop admiring problems. Start solving them!

#DataBasedDecisionMaking #TIPS #MTSS #PBIS #SchoolImprovement #SESC
3 days ago, Dr. Brandi Bray
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🍎 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.
4 days ago, Dusty Phelps
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Join us for 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:

• 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!

5 days ago, Renee Hibbard
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On October 1st and 2nd, Leah Marcum and Melissa Conlin trained a group of Whitley County teachers in SESC's Coaching Academy. The training focused on meaningful conversations that accelerate teacher practice and student learning through intentional coaching cycles. We had two great days of learning, collaboration, and growth focused on self-awareness, relationship building, and coaching conversations! #SESCCoachingAcademy
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🌟🌟🌟 Three tiers. One incredible achievement!

Monticello Elementary School has earned SESC's Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 Seal of Excellence for PBIS Fidelity Recognition!

Recognition across all three tiers reflects a comprehensive approach to supporting students—from strong school-wide practices to targeted, individualized supports. It is a true team accomplishment built through collaboration, consistency, and a shared commitment to student success.

Congratulations to the entire Monticello Elementary community on this well-deserved recognition! ❤️
7 days ago, Dusty Phelps
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🏆 A strong PBIS foundation deserves to be celebrated!

Congratulations to Wayne County Middle School for earning SESC's Tier 1 Seal of Excellence for PBIS Fidelity Recognition!

This honor highlights the school’s consistent use of school-wide expectations, positive acknowledgments, data-based decision-making, and practices that help students feel supported and ready to learn.

Way to go, Wayne County Middle School! Your commitment to building a positive school community is making a difference! ❤️
7 days ago, Dusty Phelps
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🌟 Congratulations to Walker Early Learning Center! 🌟

Walker Early Learning Center has earned SESC's PBIS Tier 1 and Tier 2 Seals of Excellence for Fidelity Recognition! This achievement demonstrates the school’s dedication to building strong systems of support and creating a positive, welcoming environment where its youngest learners can thrive.

We are proud to celebrate the staff, students, families, and PBIS team whose commitment made this recognition possible!

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Elizabeth Reichenbach, Ashley Dunnington, Alecia Parker, Tristan Gregory, Sasha Lawson, DeShay Dishman, Chasidy Chriswell
7 days ago, Dusty Phelps
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🏆 Congratulations to Wayne County Schools!

We are excited to celebrate Wayne County Schools for having three schools earn SESC's PBIS recognition! This achievement reflects the dedication of staff members who work each day to create positive, supportive, and engaging learning environments where every student can succeed.

Congratulations to the students, staff, administrators, and PBIS teams whose hard work and commitment made this recognition possible. Wayne County Schools has so much to celebrate!
7 days ago, Dusty Phelps
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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!
8 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!
8 days ago, Dusty Phelps
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