More than 150 area superintendents, principals and other administrators attended a two-day Administrative Leadership Conference sponsored by Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center.
Held at the Mid-Ohio ESC Conference Center last week, the conference featured nationally recognized educational experts, as well as legislative and legal updates.
“Mid-Ohio’s annual Administrative Leadership Conference is a great way for our school districts and their leadership teams to kick off a new school year,” explains Mid-Ohio ESC Superintendent Linda T. Keller. “Our programs are both motivating and thought-provoking. Presentations are designed to encourage district teams to embrace new ideas, and our administrators also get the latest information on the state budget and changes in the law, as well as state and federal mandates.”
George Couros, division principal in Stony Plain, Alberta, Canada, served as keynote presenter. A prominent blogger in educational circles, Couros encouraged attendees to create a collaborative environment in their schools.
Joe Mazza, a principal in Lansdale, PA, talked about using social media to connect with school families. He discussed his research into the power of the new technology and encouraged participants to become more connected.
Dwight Carter, Gahanna Lincoln High School principal, discussed his experiences as a member of a team charged with designing Clark Hall, a new building constructed next to Lincoln High School in Gahanna, OH. This state-of-the-art, dynamic learning environment features flexible classroom furnishings, collaborative spaces, abundant natural lighting and stimulating, vibrant colors.
Other speakers included Tom Ash, Director of Governmental Relations for the Buckeye Association of School Administrators. He updated administrators on the recently approved state budget and legislation that will affect local school districts. Sue Yount, a partner in the law firm of Brickler & Ecker, talked with participants about recent legal developments in court decisions, as well as changes in the law regarding education.
Mid-Ohio Leadership Team members, including Assistant Superintendent Tammy Webb and Director of Education Cheryl Cronbaugh helped plan the conference. Other Mid-Ohio ESC Consultants, including Amy Bings, Luke Burton, James Duplaga, Diane Ervin, Leanna Giesige and Debbie Reidy also presented.
Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center, located at 890 W. Fourth St. in Mansfield, provides high quality, cost-effective, specialized academic/ therapy support services and professional development for school districts in the Central Ohio Region. These include offering alternative educational options, preschool education and printing services, as well as conference center facilities.
