Southeast South-Central Educational Cooperative

SESC Consultant, April Brock, spent the day on September 26 training a group of Laurel County School District Special Education teachers on compliant IEP Development and Implementation.

4 months ago, Dr. Brandi Bray

Did you know that your PBIS Team can complete the Tiered Fidelity Inventory (TFI) and enter your results into PBIS Assessment, a FREE space to manage, enter, and review survey data to improve your school's PBIS implementation? Have questions or need support? SESC is here to help!

4 months ago, Renee Hibbard

🚨 Upcoming Training at SESC! 🚨 Join us on October 15, 2025, from 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM for an in-depth training on Psychological First Aid for Schools (PFA-S) at SESC. This powerful training will help educators and school teams: ✔️ Understand the core objectives and strategies of PFA-S ✔️ Build confidence and skills to support students after a crisis ✔️ Learn how to care for both students and the adults who support them Perfect for school-based mental health providers, administrators, and crisis response teams. Let’s be ready to respond when our students need us most. 💙 📍 SESC Training Facility 📅 October 15, 2025 | 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM #PFA #SchoolSafety #MentalHealthMatters #CrisisResponse #SESC #TraumaInformedCare #KentuckySchools #sesccoop #servingyou

4 months ago, Ashley Judd

Join other like-minded educators committed to building strong Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) that address the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs of all learners. This cadre provides a collaborative space to explore effective tiered interventions, review data-based decision-making practices, and share strategies for strengthening schoolwide systems. Together, we’ll work toward equity, consistency, and student-centered support across classrooms and schools. #sesccoop #servingyou

4 months ago, Ashley Judd

Responding to Problem Behavior can be tough, especially when you don't know what to do. Looking for strategies for REAL students? You will learn practical interventions that can be easily implemented tomorrow. #sesccoop #servingyou

REGISTER HERE: https://app.sesccoop.org/landings/join_activity/5btwSjdY

4 months ago, Ashley Judd

Hands on Help for Behavior interventions

🔔Join SESC for the Beyond the Bell Virtual Learning Series!🔔

🗓 September 30th | 3:45–4:45 PM
💻 Online session for all teachers, coaches, & administrators

This month’s focus:
✨ The Power of Participation: Creating a Responsive, Collaborative Classroom

-Understand the impact of student participation on classroom culture

-Explore strategies to encourage active engagement

-Learn how to build a responsive, inclusive environment

-Identify barriers and shift mindsets

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🔗 Register now: bit.ly/BeyondBell2

Let’s work together to create classrooms where every student’s voice matters! 💡🙌
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4 months ago, Renee Hibbard

Beyond the Bell Virtual Learning Series flyer

Short on time? Want to learn more about ENGAGEMENT and VIBRANT LEARNING? These VIRTUAL sessions are PERFECT for YOU!

Ready to bring more energy, meaning, and student voice into your schools & classrooms?

Join us for session 1 on Oct. 2nd from 3:30-4:45 pm, where we will learn how to spark curiosity, honor student voice, support SEL, and connect classroom content to real life. Register at bit.ly/OCTspark

In session 2 on Oct. 29 from 10:00-11:15, we will focus on discovering how small, intentional shifts can transform routines, instruction, and classroom culture to boost engagement and align with Kentucky’s United We Learn vision. Register at bit.ly/102925VL

4 months ago, Renee Hibbard

Building Engagement with Vibrant Learning- Virtual Learning opportunity flyer

We are looking forward to welcoming you to the all new SESC Coaching Academy, where we will have two days of coaching training, including the introduction of our brand new Google Coaching Tools, created by our SESC staff to make your coaching work simple and streamlined!

We'd also love to see you at any or all of the Community of Practice for Coaches throughout the year!

Sessions are open to all Instructional Coaches, Teacher Leaders, Principals, and Administrators. #sesccoop #servingyou

Contact leah.marcum@sesccoop.org for more information!

4 months ago, Ashley Judd

EVERY DAY COUNTS: RESTORATIVE PATHS TO REDUCE SUSPENSIONS & ABSENTEEISM

Join us this Wednesday, October 1, 2025, for an engaging training on Alternatives to Suspension at the London Garland Building from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.

During this session, we will share practical tools to reduce suspensions and discipline referrals, re-engage students through restorative practices and accountability projects, and address repetitive Tier 3 behaviors as well as chronic absenteeism. You will also learn how these strategies can improve school climate data while easing administrative workload.

Participants will leave with ready-to-use templates, de-escalation strategies, and a clear plan for implementation. We will also provide ongoing coaching support to ensure your success.

If you haven’t registered, there’s still time! Register here:
https://app.sesccoop.org/landings/join_activity/TItaCrEF

4 months ago, Dusty Phelps

EVERY DAY COUNTS RESTORATIVE PATHS TO REDUCE SUSPENSIONS & ABSENTEEISM Flyer

🚀 Human-Led, AI-Assisted IEPs: From Present Levels to Progress Monitoring
Special one-hour Zoom session for SESC educators! Learn practical, ethical ways to use AI to streamline IEPs—from PLAAFP to measurable goals, SDI, scaffolds, and progress-monitoring tools—without sacrificing quality or compliance.

🗓 Tuesday, Oct 14, 2025
🕓 4:00–5:00 PM (ET)
💻 Virtual (Zoom)
👥 Open to any educator in the SESC region

Save your spot ➡️ Registration link: https://app.sesccoop.org/landings/join_activity/pIzBnH8q

Questions? lennie.feltner@sesccoop.org or brandi.bray1@sesccoop.org

#SpecialEducation #IEP #AIinEducation #SESC #TeacherPD

4 months ago, Dr. Brandi Bray

Join us during our Beyond the Bell series for flexible, engaging professional learning designed to fit your schedule! Whether you need PD hours or want to strengthen your teaching practice, this virtual series offers practical strategies, fresh ideas, and collaborative opportunities to keep your instruction innovative, vibrant, and effective.

👉Sept. 30, 2025- The Power of Participation: Creating a Responsive, Collaborative Classroom- bit.ly/BeyondBell2

4 months ago, Renee Hibbard

"Adventure Awaits!
Middle & High School MSD teachers—bring literacy and content to life with Holes by Louis Sachar! Explore Adventure Buckets packed with multi-sensory strategies that connect reading, math, science, and social studies—just in time to add another unit before AKSA Window 1.

Register Here: https://app.sesccoop.org/landings/join_activity/TVic8l0t

Walk away with engaging tools, fresh ideas, and a book to use right away.
⚡ Only 10 spots! Register today! Repeat of our summer session. ⚡"

4 months ago, Dr. Brandi Bray

4 months ago, Dr. Brandi Bray

Join a collaborative network of educators focused on supporting the whole child through intentional social-emotional learning (SEL) practices. This cadre provides space to share strategies, explore resources, and build schoolwide systems that foster student well-being, resilience, and strong relationships. Together, we’ll work to embed SEL into everyday instruction and school culture for lasting impact. Register now to attend the Oct. 15th session: bit.ly/1015SEL

4 months ago, Renee Hibbard

Congratulations to Flat Lick Elementary in Knox County for their commitment to PBIS fidelity! SESC's Rhonda Bryant is pictured here with Principal Jason Cornett.

4 months ago, Renee Hibbard

SESC Staff presenting a PBIS Fidelity Banner to Flat Lick Elementary Principal Jason Cornett

Congratulations to G.R. Hampton Elementary School in Knox County for their commitment to PBIS fidelity! SESC's Rhonda Bryant is pictured here with Principal Courtney Barnhill and PBIS Coach, Samarah King.

4 months ago, Renee Hibbard

SESC Staff presenting a PBIS Fidelity Banner to GR Hampton staff

Congratulations to Central Elementary in Knox County for their commitment to PBIS fidelity! SESC's Rhonda Bryant is pictured here with PBIS Coach Danielle Matlock.

4 months ago, Renee Hibbard

SESC Staff presenting a PBIS Fidelity Banner to Central Elementary staff

👏 Congratulations, Southern Middle School! 👏
Southern Middle in Pulaski County has been recognized with Bronze PBIS Implementation Recognition for 2024–2025! 🥉
This award reflects the school’s commitment to growing a positive school culture and taking important steps to ensure all students feel supported and encouraged.
🙌 Way to go, Southern Middle staff, students, and families for working together to reach this milestone in PBIS success! #PBIS #BronzeRecognition #StudentGrowth #PulaskiProud #SESC

4 months ago, Renee Hibbard

Southern Middle School staff proudly holding their PBIS Fidelity Banner

"🎉 Congratulations, Burnside Elementary! 🎉
We’re excited to recognize Burnside Elementary in Pulaski County for achieving Gold PBIS Implementation Recognition! 🌟
Burnside Elementary is one of 25 schools across the region that applied and was honored for its strong commitment to building a welcoming, positive school culture where every student feels supported and encouraged to grow.
👏 Let’s give a big round of applause to the amazing staff, students, and families at Burnside Elementary for earning this well-deserved honor! #PBIS #GoldRecognition #StudentSuccess #PulaskiCounty #SESC"

4 months ago, Renee Hibbard

Burnside Elementary staff holding their PBIS Fidelity poster

🎉 Congratulations, Pulaski County High School! 🎉
Pulaski County High School has earned Gold PBIS Implementation Recognition for 2024–2025! 🏅
This recognition shines a spotlight on the school’s efforts to create a welcoming and supportive atmosphere where students can excel in academics and beyond. Their focus on positive practices is making a real difference for the Maroon community.
👏 Hats off to the staff, students, and families of Pulaski County High School for this outstanding accomplishment! #PBIS #GoldRecognition #StudentSuccess #PulaskiMaroons #SESC

4 months ago, Renee Hibbard