Registration Closes at Midnight Tonight for the OESCA 2025 Fall "Connect & Collaborate" Conference!
Join us for two days of inspiration and actionable learning focused on the pivotal role Educational Service Centers (ESCs) play in shaping the future through collaboration with state, public, and private partners.
Who Should Attend?
The primary audience includes:
- ESC Leaders
- ESC Directors
- ESC Program Staff
- State Education Policymakers
- Regional Implementation Partners
- Workforce & Community Partners
Speaker Highlights
We have a great agenda featuring:
· Tim Ryan
Former U.S. Congressman and President & CEO of Celtic Consulting, Tim Ryan offers more than two decades of public service and expertise in energy, manufacturing, and technology. He champions innovation and collaboration for ESCs to drive lifelong student success.
· Jason Swanson
Senior Director of Strategic Foresight at KnowledgeWorks, Jason Swanson inspires educational leaders with his futures-thinking approach, helping districts anticipate change and develop resilient, student-centered strategies for tomorrow’s learning landscape.
· Erin M. Wessendorf-Wortman
A shareholder at Ennis-Britton, Erin Wessendorf-Wortman is a leading school law expert. She provides practical updates on recent federal, state, and district court decisions, empowering ESC professionals with critical legal knowledge and guidance.
· Tara Thomas
Federal education policy and funding authority Tara Thomas represents AASA and AESA nationally. She delivers timely updates and strategic insight for ESC treasurers and staff navigating federal funding, grants, and legislative developments.
· Joan Wade, Ed.D.
As Executive Director of AESA, Joan Wade leads with vision for operational excellence and educational equity, advocating for service agencies and supporting innovative partnerships that benefit schools and communities nationwide.
· Jessica Huizenga, Ed.D.
Chief Program Officer at AESA, Jessica Huizenga strengthens regional ESC programs by promoting best practices and strategic innovations, ensuring robust support for educators, students, and local communities.
· Aaron Rausch
Deputy Chief of Staff and Chief of Budget and School Funding at the Department of Education and Workforce (DEW), Aaron Rausch provides essential updates on the state budget, school funding policies, and federal grant opportunities, helping ESCs plan and manage resources effectively.
· Steve Dackin
Director of the Department of Education and Workforce (DEW), Steve Dackin will address the conference with an overview of key education priorities for Ohio, sharing vision and strategies critical to advancing educational excellence and opportunity in the state.
Breakout Sessions
Sessions will cover:
· Unconference-style networking opportunities
· Leveraging Artificial Intelligence
· College and Career Readiness and Workforce Development Related Initiatives
· College and Career Planning
· The College Level Examination Program (CLEP)
· Updates from College Board
· Ohio’s Integrated MTSS model
· Ohio’s Literacy Plan
· Ohio’s Plan for K-12 Mathematics
· Addressing Chronic Absenteeism and School Attendance
· Update to the Ohio IDEA Monitoring Process
· State Budget & Funding Updates
· HR Trends & Strategies
· OESCA Partner Presentations
· And, much more.
Don’t Wait—Register Today!
Seats are filling quickly! Make sure your team is part of this vital conversation and learning opportunity.
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We look forward to connecting with you in the spirit of collaboration and lifelong achievement. Secure your spot today!
Thank you for your ongoing support of OESCA and Ohio’s network of ESCs.
Regards,
OESCA Leadership & Staff