ESU 6 Admin Report: Back To School!
(Some of) The News @ 6 You Can Use for August, 2022
ESU 6, Schools present to State Board of Education
across the state. It provides some funding for ESUs who participate in the grant and funding for schools to support work being done to develop Comprehensive School-Based Mental Health Programs.
New DVLG Equipment Install underway at Nebraska Hall
DVLG is the Digital Virtual Learning Group covering internet, network infrastructure, and E-Rate services for over two dozen member school districts in ESUs 6 & 4. Thursday, August 4 marked the first step in installation of some new core switches for the network. DVLG leadership Jamen Hall, ESU 6 and Dustin Buggi, ESU 4, successfully steered a Wide Area Network RFB process for internet for all member schools last spring. Now, the tech collaborative is moving forward with an approved budget for the year that was adopted by the membership after leaders presented multiple options to manage resources and the budget for 22-23 was adopted in June.
ESU 6 Tech Services Continue to Emphasize Safety, Security
Under Jamen Hall's leadership, the ESU 6 Technology department already ensures the provision of numerous essential network security and internet safety measures for member districts. Some of these services include network monitoring and a wide range of supports offered through Firewall management.
ESU 6 to Host Continuous Improvement Workshop October 11
We know Nebraska schools are striving to meet the needs of their students in an ever-changing landscape. This requires attention to data driven decisions and investments which can impact the actions and behaviors in the classroom and school environment. A continuous improvement model guides education providers to use tools, resources, and support which can identify needs; monitor progress; and demonstrate impact.
Join NDE accreditation, Cognia, and NeMTSS for a day of interactive learning and doing. Receive guided practice on updated materials from the Nebraska Continuous Improvement and Cognia along with Corresponding NeMTSS essential elements to increase the efficiency and clarity surrounding action planning.
Teamwork time will be embedded throughout the day so regardless of where you are in your accreditation cycle or what model you use to support continuous improvement; we look forward to supporting you.
ESU 6 Awarded Multiple Educator Pipeline Grants by Department of Education
ESU 6 has been officially awarded Educator Pipeline grants by the Nebraska Department of Education in a competitive grant process which sought innovative programming solutions to address the state's educator workforce shortages. One winning grant focuses on developing the skills of high school students who aspire to be future educators, while the other focuses on enhancing leadership pathway opportunities for teacher leaders in ESU 6 districts through a cohort approach with UNL Educational Administration.
In partnership with the UNL Department of Educational Administration and the Nebraska Council of School Administrators (NCSA), ESU6 will pilot “Lead Nebraska” — a grassroots initiative to develop and nurture new educational leaders from within districts in which they currently serve. This is a grow-your-own leadership program aimed at current teachers identified by their districts as possessing the skills and dispositions for school leadership. The grant funding will sponsor a series of leadership development opportunities for participants, facilitated by Dr. Scott Sturgeon under the leadership of Dr. Nick Pace, UNL Ed Ad Department Chair. Focused on collaboration to build leadership capacity, this 100K Educator Pipeline grant will build leadership capacity by diversifying and expanding the number and range of qualified aspiring teachers pursuing administrative programs.
The second winning grant, dubbed “Grow Your Own," was awarded 100K from NDE to ESUs 6 & 9 to enhance future teacher recruitment while students are enrolled in our rural K-12 schools. Through the grant resources, ESUs 6 and 9 will implement strategies to encourage high schools students to enroll in teacher education programs, then to return to rural communities to launch and continue their careers in education. A primary avenue will be to partner with schools in ESUs 6 and 9 to launch new Educators Rising chapters. Educators Rising is a proven best practice program option supported by NDE with a state level sponsor and oversight that includes 27 existing Nebraska chapters.
A special congratulatory shout-out goes to Dr. Lynne Herr of ESU 6, who put countless hours into writing and researching for the submission of the "Grow Your Own" grant. ESUs 6 and 9 look forward to launching this grant in a multi-regional collaboration.
Nebraska Public Schools. Rooted in Academics. Grown for Success.
ESU 6 Welcomes Eight New Team Members
Lorissa Auman: SUCCESS Paraeducator
Chelsea Larkins: Early Childhood Special Educator
Jodi Mootz: Early Learning Connection Assistant Coordinator
Mikayla Nunez: SUCCESS Paraeducator
Becky Prochaska: Skills Trainer
Schara Roper: Paraeducator
Taytum Stutzman: Middle School SUCCESS Teacher
Jeanie Wallick: Skills Trainer
These talented professionals are eager to serve our schools and support our students. Please join us in welcoming the newest ESU 6 team members!
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CRAVE comes on-site at ESU 6
ESU 6 Professional Development: Driving great outcomes to support teachers!
ELEVATE employee wellness incentive program year-end reminders!
The ELEVATE program year is almost complete! Please check your EHA Wellness account at www.ehawellness.org now to see if you have met the requirements to receive your $150 VISA gift card in October.
ELEVATE program requirements:
· Personal Health Assessment (PHA) – closes on August 31, 2022.
· Form – must be signed by your health care provider and uploaded to your account by September 15, 2022. NO mailed or emailed forms will be accepted.
· Challenges – 3 challenges must be complete by September 15, 2022
Questions about your ELEVATE status or program requirements? Contact EHA Wellness at contact@ehawellness.org
Dr. John Skretta, ESU 6 Administrator
Email: john.skretta@esu6.org
Location: 210 5th Street, Milford, NE, USA
Phone: 402-761-33341
Twitter: @jskretta
Educational Service Unit #6
- Professional Development
- Student Services
- Technology
- Production and Design
The highly qualified team members of ESU 6 will work directly with you and your staff to determine how we can tailor services to best meet your school's needs. ESU 6 is here to ADVOCATE, COLLABORATE, & COMMUNICATE with educators and systems across the ESU 6 area. Check out the new ESU 6 website to learn more!
Website: http://esu6.org/
Location: 210 5th Street, Milford, NE, USA
Phone: 402-761-3341
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Twitter: @esu6pd