November/December 2021 Connect Professional Development Catalogue

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STUDENT SERVICES

Workshops and programs specific to software, programs and systems training.

ProgressBook: FY22 Gifted EMIS Reporting - ZOOM November 2, 2021 9 - 10:30 a.m. This training will provide information related to reporting gifted data for EMIS from StudentInformation. CLICK HERE to register.

PowerSchool EMIS - Initial S Reporting - HYBRID November 4, 2021 1 - 3 p.m. Connect West 1885 Lake Ave. Elyria, OH 44035 Review of data that is required for the EMIS Initial S reporting window and see how it is extracted from PowerSchool and then submitted to ODE through the Data Collector. We will have ample time for group troubleshooting of level one errors. CLICK HERE to register for in-person. CLICK HERE to register for Zoom.


Emis Alliance: Using Excel to Troubleshoot SIS Data - HYBRID November 8, 2021 9 - 11 a.m. ESC of Northeast Ohio 6393 Oak Tree Blvd. Independence, OH 44131 Basic Excel techniques can be used to analyze EMIS data from Student Information Systems (SISs), from the Data Collector, and on ODE EMIS reports This session will demonstrate Excel functions and practical applications that can be helpful in all phases of the EMIS data review process CLICK HERE to register for in-person. CLICK HERE to register for Zoom.

ProgressBook: FY22 Third Grade Reading Guarantee: EMIS Reporting of Diagnostics and RIMPs - ZOOM November 11, 2021 9 - 10:30 a.m. This training will provide information related to the EMIS reporting aspects of the Third Grade Reading Guarantee as it relates to diagnostics and RIMPs. CLICK HERE to register.

PowerSchool EMIS Initial Staff/Course (Student) - IN-PERSON November 17, 2021 1 - 3:30 p.m. Connect West 1885 Lake Ave. Elyria, OH 44035 Review of required data for the EMIS Initial Staff/Course reporting window. This includes guidance on how to determine teacher licensure status in respect to the courses they are assigned to instruct. There will be ample time for group troubleshooting. CLICK HERE to register.


EMIS Alliance Training: Troubleshooting the Federal Child Count Reports - HYBRID November 23, 2021 9 a.m. - noon ESC of Northeast Ohio 6393 Oak Tree Blvd., South Independence, OH 44131 This is one of the EMIS Alliance Grant training sessions. We will delve into the Federal Child Count Report, focusing on result codes for each potential situation. The end result is to make sure that all students with a disability are reported accurately to maximize the amount of federal funds that Ohio receives for special education instruction. CLICK HERE to register for in-person. CLICK HERE to register for Zoom.

ProgressBook: FY22 EMIS Staff and Course (L) Checklist - HYBRID December 2, 2021 9 - 11 a.m. ESC of Northeast Ohio 6393 Oak Tree Blvd., South Independence, OH 44131 During this training we will review the necessary data elements for reporting in your FY22 Staff/Course Collection using the Frontline FY22 L Checklist as a guide. CLICK HERE to register for in-person. CLICK HERE to register for Zoom.


EMIS Alliance: Troubleshooting Teacher Licensure Course Status (TLCS) Reports - HYBRID December 17, 2021 9 a.m. - noon ESC of Northeast Ohio 6393 Oak Tree Blvd., South Independence, OH 44131 This training is part of those available through the EMIS Alliance Grant. During this training, we will focus on troubleshooting the TLC Status Report, which is generated during the Initial Staff and Course (L) Collection. CLICK HERE to register for in-person. CLICK HERE to register for Zoom.


STUDENT SERVICES

Collaborate with colleagues in other districts and schools and learn new practices in education that will guide future innovations.

PowerSchool EMIS Exchange for NEWBIES - IN-PERSON November 1, 2021 1 - 4 p.m. Connect West 1885 Lake Ave. Elyria, OH 44035 If you are new, or feel new to EMIS, we will be working on preparing EMIS data as needed, depending on the time of year and/or reporting window. CLICK HERE to register.

PowerSchool EMIS Exchange - HYBRID November 8, 2021 1 - 4 p.m. Connect West 1885 Lake Ave. Elyria, OH 44035 The PowerSchool EMIS Exchange is a group of EMIS professionals who come together to discuss, troubleshoot and exchange EMIS reporting information, strategies and overall best practices. Group members create the agenda by contributing to a shared Google Doc where resolutions or other points of discussion are maintained for future reference. CLICK HERE to register for in-person. CLICK HERE to register for Zoom.


PowerSchool EMIS Exchange for NEWBIES - IN-PERSON November 16, 2021 1 - 4 p.m. Connect West 1885 Lake Ave. Elyria, OH 44035 If you are new, or feel new to EMIS, we will be working on preparing EMIS data as needed, depending on the time of year and/or reporting window. CLICK HERE to register.

PowerSchool EMIS Exchange - HYBRID November 22, 2021 1 - 4 p.m. Connect West 1885 Lake Ave. Elyria, OH 44035 The PowerSchool EMIS Exchange is a group of EMIS professionals who come together to discuss, troubleshoot and exchange EMIS reporting information, strategies and overall best practices. Group members create the agenda by contributing to a shared Google Doc where resolutions or other points of discussion are maintained for future reference. CLICK HERE to register for in-person. CLICK HERE to register for Zoom.

PowerSchool EMIS Exchange for NEWBIES - IN-PERSON December 6, 2021 1 - 4 p.m. Connect West 1885 Lake Ave. Elyria, OH 44035 If you are new, or feel new to EMIS, we will be working on preparing EMIS data as needed, depending on the time of year and/or reporting window. CLICK HERE to register.


PowerSchool EMIS Exchange - HYBRID December 13, 2021 1 - 4 p.m. Connect West 1885 Lake Ave. Elyria, OH 44035 The PowerSchool EMIS Exchange is a group of EMIS professionals who come together to discuss, troubleshoot and exchange EMIS reporting information, strategies and overall best practices. Group members create the agenda by contributing to a shared Google Doc where resolutions or other points of discussion are maintained for future reference. CLICK HERE to register for in-person. CLICK HERE to register for Zoom.

PowerSchool EMIS Exchange for NEWBIES - IN-PERSON December 20, 2021 1 - 4 p.m. Connect West 1885 Lake Ave. Elyria, OH 44035 If you are new, or feel new to EMIS, we will be working on preparing EMIS data as needed, depending on the time of year and/or reporting window. CLICK HERE to register.


FISCAL/ERP SERVICES

Workshops and programs specific to software, programs and systems training.

Redesign Session on Activity Ledger Query & Report Writing - ZOOM November 9, 2021 9 - 11 a.m. This Redesign training session consists of two main topics: the Activity Ledger Query and Report Writing. Our guest presenter, Ms. Sandra Griscom is a consultant on State Software Redesign and Treasurer Office Support in Ohio. Sandra will share information about the Activity Ledger Query and how it can be utilized as a useful search tool for your district. She will also spend a major portion of this session providing tips, hints, and information on the Report Writer in Redesign. CLICK HERE to register.

Lakewood Munis Payroll Setup Session 5 - IN-PERSON November 11, 2021 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Lakewood CSD Board of Education This session will cover Personnel Setup as well as Personnel Actions and Workflow. CLICK HERE to register.


Budgetary Meeting for All Software Users: Calendar Year-End HYBRID December 6, 2021 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. ESC of Northeast Ohio 6393 Oak Tree Blvd., South Independence, OH 44131 Budgetary users will be offered informational sessions during the day including updates, best practices, calendar year-end, and a guest speaker. Lunch is provided. Please see below for times for each software: ●

Redesign 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Munis 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Classic 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

eFP 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. (does not include Calendar Yr-End)

CLICK HERE to register for in-person CLICK HERE to register for Zoom

Payroll Meeting for All Software Users: Calendar Year-End - HYBRID December 7, 2021 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. ESC of Lorain County 1885 Lake Ave. Elyria, OH 44035 Payroll users will be offered informational sessions during the day including updates, best practices, calendar year- end, and a guest speaker. Lunch is provided. Please see below for times for each software: ●

Redesign 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Munis 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Classic 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

eFP 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. (does not include Calendar Yr-End)

CLICK HERE to register for in-person. CLICK HERE to register for Zoom.


FISCAL/ERP SERVICES

Collaborate with colleagues in other districts and schools and learn new practices in education that will guide future innovations.

Treasurers Meeting - HYBRID December 3, 2021 1 - 3 p.m. ESC of Northeast Ohio 6393 Oak Tree Blvd., South Independence, OH 44131 This session will include a presentation as well as a roundtable discussion on Hot Topic, Current Issues, etc. CLICK HERE to register for in-person CLICK HERE to register for Zoom


LIBRARY SERVICES

Workshops and programs specific to software, programs and systems training.

Cataloging II - Intro to Cataloging - ZOOM November 10, 2021 10 a.m. - noon This workshop provides an overview of copy cataloging protocol, adding, editing, and removing records; importing records from INFOhio's union catalog, Library of Congress, or OCLC WorldCat. Review of search techniques and matching or evaluating MARC records. CLICK HERE to register.

Open Lab - ZOOM November 18, 2021 10 a.m. - noon Don't have enough uninterrupted time to work on projects, need a refresher on a skill, need some individual attention? Then this workshop is for you! Work without interruption. Connect staff will be on hand to assist you. Stay for an hour or all day, depending on your needs. CLICK HERE to register.


LIBRARY SERVICES

Collaborate with colleagues in other districts and schools and learn new practices in education that will guide future innovations.

Library Liaison Meeting - ZOOM December 7, 2021 10 a.m. - noon Agenda will be posted when available: http://www.ohconnect.org/library/liaison. Zoom link will be provided prior to the meeting. CLICK HERE to register.


TECHNICAL SERVICES

Collaborate with colleagues in other districts and schools and learn new practices in education that will guide future innovations.

Connect Tech Updates - ZOOM November 30, 2021 9:00 - 9:30 a.m. Connect will provide general technology updates of interest. CLICK HERE to register.


PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PARTNERS This section highlights professional development opportunities being offered by our partner organizations such as the ESC of Lorain County or ESC of Northeast Ohio.

Improving K-3 At-Risk Readers - while being compliant with laws and data reporting requirements - ZOOM Wednesday, November 3, 2021 Connection time: 11:30 - 11:59 a.m. Presentation time: noon - 3 p.m. Presenter: ODE; Melissa Hennon, EMIS Data Administration Manager/Data Quality and Governance and LM Clinton, TGRG Program Administrator/Office of Approaches to Teaching and Professional Learning Audience: Superintendents, Curriculum Directors, EMIS Coordinators, Principals and other interested educators. This presentation will benefit staff who support teachers in adhering to the related law, staff who gather and code required data so its reported in EMIS timely and correctly, district EMIS coordinators, district leadership who study related data points for accountability and the at-risk measure prior it being district's local report card. CLICK HERE for flyer. CLICK HERE to register. Timeframe: Register the Friday prior to the session. Materials: Presentation materials and Zoom link will be emailed the day prior to the event.


As the Secure Data Center (SDC) is retiring soon, come and learn more about the *new* SDC, Report Portal! - ZOOM Wednesday, November 10, 2021 Connection time: 12:30 - 12:59 p.m. Presentation time: 1 - 4 p.m. Presenter: Ohio Department of Education, Marianne Mottley Audience: Superintendents, Curriculum Directors, EMIS Coordinators, Principals and other interested educators. This presentation will benefit staff who currently use the SDC system to review data for district-data analysis for accountability prior to it being published on the district's local report card. This presentation will show how to use the new SDC system. CLICK HERE for flyer. CLICK HERE to register. Timeframe: Register the Friday prior to the session. Materials: Presentation materials and Zoom link will be emailed the day prior to the event.

EMIS Network - HYBRID Tuesday, November 16, 2021 ESC of Northeast Ohio 6393 Oak Tree Blvd., South Independence, OH 44131 Connection time: 12:30 -12:59 p.m. Presentation time: 1 - 3:30 p.m. Presenter: ODE Area Coordinators, ESC and Connect ITC EMIS Staff Audience: EMIS Coordinators Monthly sessions include updates, reminders, and opportunities to network with fellow EMIS professionals. CLICK HERE for flyer. CLICK HERE to register. Register the Friday prior to the session. Presentation materials and zoom link will be emailed the day prior to the event.


EMIS Network - HYBRID Tuesday, November 23, 2021 ESC of Lorain County 1885 Lake Ave. Elyria, OH 44035 Connection time: 12:30 - 12:59 p.m. Presentation time: 1 - 3:30 p.m. Presenter: ODE Area Coordinators, ESC and Connect ITC EMIS Staff Audience: EMIS Coordinators Monthly sessions include updates, reminders, and opportunities to network with fellow EMIS professionals. CLICK HERE for flyer. CLICK HERE to register. Register the Friday prior to the session. Presentation materials and zoom link will be emailed the day prior to the event.


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