👏 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
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
"🎉 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"
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"
🎉 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
"🎉 Way to go, Shopville Elementary! 🎉
We’re proud to recognize Shopville Elementary in Pulaski County for achieving Gold PBIS Implementation Recognition! ✨
Shopville Elementary is among just 25 schools in the region that applied and was selected for this honor, thanks to its strong focus on building a caring, encouraging school environment where every child has the chance to learn and thrive.
👏 Please join us in celebrating the hard work of the staff, students, and families at Shopville Elementary for reaching this incredible milestone! #PBIS #GoldRecognition #StudentSuccess #PulaskiCounty #SESC"
We’re proud to recognize Shopville Elementary in Pulaski County for achieving Gold PBIS Implementation Recognition! ✨
Shopville Elementary is among just 25 schools in the region that applied and was selected for this honor, thanks to its strong focus on building a caring, encouraging school environment where every child has the chance to learn and thrive.
👏 Please join us in celebrating the hard work of the staff, students, and families at Shopville Elementary for reaching this incredible milestone! #PBIS #GoldRecognition #StudentSuccess #PulaskiCounty #SESC"
"🥳 A big shout-out to Northern Middle School! 🥳
Northern Middle in Pulaski County has been awarded Gold PBIS Implementation Recognition for 2024–2025! 🌟
This honor celebrates the school’s commitment to building a positive learning environment where students are encouraged, supported, and set up for success every day.
👏 Let’s congratulate the students, staff, and families of Northern Middle for their dedication and teamwork in reaching this achievement! #PBIS #GoldRecognition #StudentSuccess #PulaskiProud #SESC"
Northern Middle in Pulaski County has been awarded Gold PBIS Implementation Recognition for 2024–2025! 🌟
This honor celebrates the school’s commitment to building a positive learning environment where students are encouraged, supported, and set up for success every day.
👏 Let’s congratulate the students, staff, and families of Northern Middle for their dedication and teamwork in reaching this achievement! #PBIS #GoldRecognition #StudentSuccess #PulaskiProud #SESC"
🔔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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🗓 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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"We’re thrilled to honor Southwestern High School in Pulaski County for earning Gold PBIS Implementation Recognition! 🏆
Out of 25 schools across the region that applied, Southwestern High School distinguished itself with an exceptional dedication to creating a positive, supportive environment where students are empowered to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.
👏 Join us in celebrating the students, staff, and families of Southwestern High School for this outstanding accomplishment and leadership in PBIS excellence! #PBIS #GoldRecognition #StudentSuccess #PulaskiProud #SESC"
Out of 25 schools across the region that applied, Southwestern High School distinguished itself with an exceptional dedication to creating a positive, supportive environment where students are empowered to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.
👏 Join us in celebrating the students, staff, and families of Southwestern High School for this outstanding accomplishment and leadership in PBIS excellence! #PBIS #GoldRecognition #StudentSuccess #PulaskiProud #SESC"
📢 District & School Leaders: Are your systems keeping students in class and engaged?
Join us Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025 • 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM at the Laurel County Garland Building for:
Every Day Counts: Restorative Paths to Reduce Suspensions & Absenteeism
This hands-on session will help your teams:
✅ Reduce OSS/ISS with restorative alternatives like Structured Day
✅ Address chronic absenteeism and recurring Tier 3 behaviors
✅ Strengthen school climate while easing administrative workload
✅ Build practical, MTSS-aligned systems that work for every student
Walk away with ready-to-use tools, step-by-step plans, and ongoing support. Don’t miss this chance to make every day count for your students! #sesccoop #servingyou
Register now: https://app.sesccoop.org/landings/join_activity/TItaCrEF
Join us Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025 • 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM at the Laurel County Garland Building for:
Every Day Counts: Restorative Paths to Reduce Suspensions & Absenteeism
This hands-on session will help your teams:
✅ Reduce OSS/ISS with restorative alternatives like Structured Day
✅ Address chronic absenteeism and recurring Tier 3 behaviors
✅ Strengthen school climate while easing administrative workload
✅ Build practical, MTSS-aligned systems that work for every student
Walk away with ready-to-use tools, step-by-step plans, and ongoing support. Don’t miss this chance to make every day count for your students! #sesccoop #servingyou
Register now: https://app.sesccoop.org/landings/join_activity/TItaCrEF
🎉 Congratulations to Sarah Hansford of Rockcastle County Schools, named the 2025 SESC Region Best Practice Award Winner at the annual Kentucky Association for Psychology in the Schools (KAPS) Conference!
KAPS is Kentucky’s professional association for school psychologists, dedicated to promoting educationally and psychologically healthy environments for all children and youth across the state.
We are excited to share that Sarah will also be leading SESC’s School Psychologist Network, launching October 14. Her expertise and leadership will help strengthen connections and supports for students, families, and schools throughout our region.
👏 Please join us in celebrating Sarah’s well-deserved recognition!
#KAPS #SchoolPsychology #SESC #BestPractice #Rockcastle
KAPS is Kentucky’s professional association for school psychologists, dedicated to promoting educationally and psychologically healthy environments for all children and youth across the state.
We are excited to share that Sarah will also be leading SESC’s School Psychologist Network, launching October 14. Her expertise and leadership will help strengthen connections and supports for students, families, and schools throughout our region.
👏 Please join us in celebrating Sarah’s well-deserved recognition!
#KAPS #SchoolPsychology #SESC #BestPractice #Rockcastle
Consultants Lennie Feltner, Rachel Grider, and Kristy Stuber partnered with educators at Estill County Middle School and West Irvine Elementary School to dive into powerful co-teaching practices.
Together, teachers explored:
✔️ The six co-teaching models
✔️ Strategies and tools for success
✔️ Data from recent learning walks to set meaningful goals
It was an inspiring day filled with collaboration, reflection, and growth! 👏
If your district is interested in professional learning or coaching for co-teaching, connect with a member of our SERTAC team — we’d love to support you.
#CoTeaching #Collaboration #ProfessionalLearning #SERTAC
Together, teachers explored:
✔️ The six co-teaching models
✔️ Strategies and tools for success
✔️ Data from recent learning walks to set meaningful goals
It was an inspiring day filled with collaboration, reflection, and growth! 👏
If your district is interested in professional learning or coaching for co-teaching, connect with a member of our SERTAC team — we’d love to support you.
#CoTeaching #Collaboration #ProfessionalLearning #SERTAC
Join SESC for our October Virtual SEL Cadre as we explore the vital SEL competency of Self-Awareness—helping learners recognize their strengths, values, and emotions to build confidence and resilience.
We’re excited to welcome Jessica Johnson from the KDE Division of Student Success as our guest speaker!
This cadre is designed for any educator across the SESC region who is committed to empowering students through vibrant, intentional SEL practices.
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and grow together!
We’re excited to welcome Jessica Johnson from the KDE Division of Student Success as our guest speaker!
This cadre is designed for any educator across the SESC region who is committed to empowering students through vibrant, intentional SEL practices.
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and grow together!
🎉 Celebrating Growth in MTSS Collaboration!
This week, four districts came together to strengthen their skills in using data-based decision-making across all MTSS domains to support effective meetings and problem-solving.
A big thank you to Dr. Holly Hibbard for leading this important training, and congratulations to the teams from Wayne County, Corbin Independent, Pulaski County, and Knox County for their commitment to building stronger systems for students.
This week, four districts came together to strengthen their skills in using data-based decision-making across all MTSS domains to support effective meetings and problem-solving.
A big thank you to Dr. Holly Hibbard for leading this important training, and congratulations to the teams from Wayne County, Corbin Independent, Pulaski County, and Knox County for their commitment to building stronger systems for students.
"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. ⚡"
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. ⚡"
Join us at SESC on Sept. 29th from 9:00-12:00 to discuss the recently released Local Accountability Design Guide and Toolkit from the Kentucky Department of Education. This session will engage participants in reflection, design, and planning next steps to build a transformative Local Accountability System. Additional date and location options are available in the registration form.
Purpose:
To equip educators and system leaders with the knowledge, tools, and reflections to build and improve a localized assessment and accountability system in their districts.
Who Should Attend:
Strand A: Teachers, instructional coaches, instruction-focused staff, etc.
Strand B: District leaders, systems-focused staff, communications & PR, etc.
Local Accountability Topics Covered:
Strand A: Defining Success for Students, Designing Vibrant Learning Experiences for Students, and Demonstrating Student Success
Strand B: Defining Success for the School District, Designing an Interactive Accountability System, and Demonstrating Local District Success
Register here to attend: bit.ly/4oSbqpn
"🌟 ElevatED teachers are always growing! 🌟
During our August meeting, teachers from around the SESC region engaged in The Essentials of SEL session with Karla Johnson, deepening their skills in fostering strong relationships and supporting students’ social and emotional learning!
#ElevatED #SESC #TeacherGrowth #TogetherWeGrow"
During our August meeting, teachers from around the SESC region engaged in The Essentials of SEL session with Karla Johnson, deepening their skills in fostering strong relationships and supporting students’ social and emotional learning!
#ElevatED #SESC #TeacherGrowth #TogetherWeGrow"
What are tabletop roleplaying games, why should we use them in the classroom, and how can they be successfully implemented to enhance engagement and learning?
All of these questions and more will be answered in this FREE, interactive, 6-hour PD opportunity.
Join Adam Watson & Kalli Colley for a day of fun as we dive into the world of gamification, connect with community partners, and learn applicable strategies you can immediately use.
Register to attend here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe5Wg9zymWxM-54fM1pu0vGa5quucj_r5tBxvoQh19pLv3WJA/viewform
All of these questions and more will be answered in this FREE, interactive, 6-hour PD opportunity.
Join Adam Watson & Kalli Colley for a day of fun as we dive into the world of gamification, connect with community partners, and learn applicable strategies you can immediately use.
Register to attend here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe5Wg9zymWxM-54fM1pu0vGa5quucj_r5tBxvoQh19pLv3WJA/viewform
The SESC Coaching Academy is now open for registration for the 2025-2026 school year! Contact leah.marcum@sesccoop.org for more information. #sesccoop #servingyou
REGISTER HERE: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GIbzmzcSeYCuIE9UdwSxsLiW2u1MbT6basd7M18mzWs/edit?tab=t.0
REGISTER HERE: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GIbzmzcSeYCuIE9UdwSxsLiW2u1MbT6basd7M18mzWs/edit?tab=t.0
The SESC Coaching Academy is now open for registration for the 2025-2026 school year! Contact leah.marcum@sesccoop.org for more information. #sesccoop #servingyou
REGISTER HERE: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GIbzmzcSeYCuIE9UdwSxsLiW2u1MbT6basd7M18mzWs/edit?tab=t.0
REGISTER HERE: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GIbzmzcSeYCuIE9UdwSxsLiW2u1MbT6basd7M18mzWs/edit?tab=t.0
NEXT LEVEL PBIS - Is your school ready to take your PBIS to the next level? Join a Cohort this Fall or Spring to prepare your PBIS team to implement Tier 2 with Fidelity. This 5 part series will help you establish a Tier 2 system of Behavior Supports that includes a continuum of interventions such as Check In Check Out and Small Groups for Skills Instruction. This is for schools already implementing PBIS Tier 1 with fidelity. #sesccoop #servingyou
Go to SESC Events page to register.
Several SESC staff members attended the KDE–Cognia Continuous Improvement Summit on September 22–23 at the Central Bank Center in Lexington. Participants included Rhonda Bryant, Karla Johnson (both pictured), Kay Dixon, and Renee Hibbard. The summit gathered educators and leaders from across Kentucky to exchange effective practices aimed at strengthening organizational systems and improving student outcomes.
“Continuous improvement is more than a plan on paper—it’s the daily habits that move results for students,” said Kay Dixon, SESC Executive Director.
Renee Hibbard, SESC Director of Innovation, added, “Our team valued the opportunity to learn, collaborate, and bring back practical strategies our districts can use this school year.”
Throughout the summit, SESC staff engaged in sessions on topics such as:
Using Student Data to Drive Responsive Differentiation
Encouraging Authentic Teacher Talk through Instructional Roundtables
Local Accountability Guide Workshop
Using Data Cycles to Drive Instruction and Interventions
Advancing Teacher Leadership and Coaching Practices
…and more
SESC remains committed to partnering with districts to expand capacity, enhance teaching and learning, and provide high-quality services that are both cost-effective and student-centered.
“Continuous improvement is more than a plan on paper—it’s the daily habits that move results for students,” said Kay Dixon, SESC Executive Director.
Renee Hibbard, SESC Director of Innovation, added, “Our team valued the opportunity to learn, collaborate, and bring back practical strategies our districts can use this school year.”
Throughout the summit, SESC staff engaged in sessions on topics such as:
Using Student Data to Drive Responsive Differentiation
Encouraging Authentic Teacher Talk through Instructional Roundtables
Local Accountability Guide Workshop
Using Data Cycles to Drive Instruction and Interventions
Advancing Teacher Leadership and Coaching Practices
…and more
SESC remains committed to partnering with districts to expand capacity, enhance teaching and learning, and provide high-quality services that are both cost-effective and student-centered.
