JCESC VLA Live Webinar's are Back (8/22/25)

Jefferson County ESC

Virtual Learning Academy

JCESC VLA Live Webinar's are Back!

Tune in to our next live webinar to learn more about VLA's partnership with NextUp.

NextUp can help improve results and prepare students for employment success in a fun and engaging way!

Prepare students for success with NextUp transition curriculum.

Join us!

August 28th, 2025

11:11 - 11:30 am

Zoom

Webinar Link!

In case you missed it!

Below are links to view previous webinars:

December, "Current Events": https://edpuzzle.com/media/6769a7e1c67105b88e3b7cfd

January, "Conservation Science": https://edpuzzle.com/media/6793d7543faeb7b5954a4b4a

February, "VLA Review of OETC '25": https://edpuzzle.com/media/67c1f48417e65ab15aa932b6

March, "What is VLA?": https://edpuzzle.com/media/67e6f330c454d1e13e26b2fe

April, "VLA in Full Bloom": https://edpuzzle.com/media/680bb04afbad2de94d4871c4

Welcome Back to School (8/22/25)

Jefferson County ESC

Virtual Learning Academy

Welcome Back to School!

The VLA Team is so excited to begin another school year with you!

Back-to-school season is a fresh start filled with new opportunities to learn and grow.

It's a time to set goals and build good habits for success!

Whether returning to familiar routines or starting something brand new, this season is all about embracing challenges, staying positive and making the most of every moment!

In case you missed it!

Below are links to view previous webinars:

December, "Current Events": https://edpuzzle.com/media/6769a7e1c67105b88e3b7cfd

January, "Conservation Science": https://edpuzzle.com/media/6793d7543faeb7b5954a4b4a

February, "VLA Review of OETC '25": https://edpuzzle.com/media/67c1f48417e65ab15aa932b6

March, "What is VLA?": https://edpuzzle.com/media/67e6f330c454d1e13e26b2fe

April, "VLA in Full Bloom": https://edpuzzle.com/media/680bb04afbad2de94d4871c4

Free Virtual Orientation for Parents & Students (8/15/25)

Jefferson County ESC

Virtual Learning Academy

Is your student using the Virtual Learning Academy this upcoming school year?

The JCESC Virtual Learning Academy is hosting a FREE virtual orientation for parents and students!

Join our live orientation to learn more about:

- How the platform works

- How to support your child

- What to expect

** This session is open to all families using VLA. Don't miss it! **

- August 29th, 2025

- 9:00 am (Eastern time)

- Zoom

Zoom link to join: https://jcesc-org.zoom.us/j/8827779722?omn=89219683805

In case you missed it!

Below are links to view previous webinars:

December, "Current Events": https://edpuzzle.com/media/6769a7e1c67105b88e3b7cfd

January, "Conservation Science": https://edpuzzle.com/media/6793d7543faeb7b5954a4b4a

February, "VLA Review of OETC '25": https://edpuzzle.com/media/67c1f48417e65ab15aa932b6

March, "What is VLA?": https://edpuzzle.com/media/67e6f330c454d1e13e26b2fe

April, "VLA in Full Bloom": https://edpuzzle.com/media/680bb04afbad2de94d4871c4

Abbreviation Legend Key (8/8/25)

Jefferson County ESC

Virtual Learning Academy

Did you know the JCESC Virtual Learning Academy offers an Abbreviation Legend Key?

The abbreviation legend in our catalog shows how VLA courses are:

- Abbreviated

- Credited

- Sectioned

To access our Abbreviation Legend key, visit page 8 of the VLA course catalog!

For more information, visit our website:

https://www.jcesc.k12.oh.us/VLA.aspx

Click the video below to learn more!

In case you missed it!

Below are links to view previous webinars:

December, "Current Events": https://edpuzzle.com/media/6769a7e1c67105b88e3b7cfd

January, "Conservation Science": https://edpuzzle.com/media/6793d7543faeb7b5954a4b4a

February, "VLA Review of OETC '25": https://edpuzzle.com/media/67c1f48417e65ab15aa932b6

March, "What is VLA?": https://edpuzzle.com/media/67e6f330c454d1e13e26b2fe

April, "VLA in Full Bloom": https://edpuzzle.com/media/680bb04afbad2de94d4871c4

EdConnection: Student Fitness Challenge, STEM Grant Applications Open, and More!

July 29, 2025

Students invited to join Ohio Lt. Governor Tressel for statewide fitness challenge Ohio Lt. Governor Jim Tressel is inviting schools to join a new, statewide fitness challenge for students in grades 4-8. This challenge aims to promote student wellness, increase energy levels, and foster a stronger sense of community. School principals must register their schools by Aug. 7. Register now

Applications open for Ohio STEM Learning Network Classroom Grant Program With funding from Battelle, the Ohio STEM Learning Network Classroom Grant Program is now accepting applications for a new round of grants, which could provide up to $5,000. Learn more Excellence in Business Advisory Councils awarded and recognized The Business Advisory Council (BAC) Townhall took place July 21, presenting awards for BAC excellence in a collaboration between the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce and the Ohio ACTE 2025 All Ohio Conference. View awardees

Upcoming open office hours for school improvement grants To help grantees maximize the impact of their school improvement grants, team members from the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce will answer questions at a virtual open office hours session on Aug. 21. Attend webinar Explore and discover at the Ohio State Fair With the Ohio State Fair now open, the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce is excited to meet attendees from all over the state. Visit the Department’s booth to discover the notable Ohioans who contributed to America’s history. Get State Fair details

New Rules for Public Comment The Department regularly posts rules for public comment. Recently, the Department posted draft rules regarding the approval of nonpublic schools, which will remain posted through Aug. 13. Find rules and related public comment deadlines on the Department’s website. Check back often as additional rules may be added throughout the week.

Dates and Deadlines Approaching deadlines or important dates mentioned in earlier editions of EdConnection. JULY 7/31: Attend “Laying the Groundwork - Building Effective Data Teams” Ohio School Report Card training (date option #1) AUGUST 8/1-8/14: Ohio Sales Tax Holiday 8/1: Adopt online day plan for academic school year 8/1: Submit membership applications for Ohio Gifted Advisory Council 8/3: Complete the OhioMeansJobs K-12 Survey 8/5: Ohio English Language Proficiency Screener (OELPS) test window opens 8/8: Annual restraint and seclusion data collection window closes 8/8: Attend “Laying the Groundwork - Building Effective Data Teams” Ohio School Report Card training (date option #2) 8/15: Submit applications for LifeChanger of the Year Back-to-School Supply Grants 8/27: Attend webinar covering revised gifted operating standards 8/29: Retention/Promotion – Grade 3 Only reporting collection closes 8/31: Submit medical reporting information in Nonpublic Data System (chartered nonpublic schools) SEPTEMBER 9/3: Attend “Traditional and CTPD Graduation” Ohio School Report Card training (date option #1) 9/4: Attend “Traditional and CTPD Graduation” Ohio School Report Card training (date option #2) 9/5: Deadline to enter Second Lady Usha Vance’s K-8 2025 Summer Reading Challenge 9/10: Attend “Teacher Coaching and Providing Effective Feedback” Principal Chats webinar 9/22: Attend “Traditional College, Career, Workforce, and Military Readiness and CTPD Career & Post-Secondary Readiness” Ohio School Report Card training (date option #1) 9/23: Attend “Traditional College, Career, Workforce, and Military Readiness and CTPD Career & Post-Secondary Readiness” Ohio School Report Card training (date option #2)