Providing high quality cooperative services that positively impact
the diverse educational needs of students, staff, and community.
We believe everyone
- is valued
- can learn and grow
- will become successful and independent
540 East Market Street, Celina, OH 45822 Phone: (419) 586-6628
Teaching & Learning
Curriculum
Mission & Vision
At Mercer County Educational Service Center, our mission is to empower every student, educator, and school district within our community to reach their fullest potential. We are dedicated to providing innovative, high-quality educational services, resources, and support that foster student achievement, teacher development, and collaborative growth. Our commitment to excellence, equity, and personalized learning ensures that all students are prepared for lifelong success in a rapidly changing world.
Our vision is to be a leader in education by cultivating a dynamic and inclusive learning environment. We strive to create strong partnerships with our districts, educators, and communities, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. We aim to inspire a passion for learning, leadership, and engagement that will positively impact our schools, our region, and beyond.
Contacts
Professional Learning
Using Data to Drive Instruction
- Data Analysis
- State Testing Resources
- Readiness Assessments
- Value-Added
Encouraging Educator Growth Mindset
- Teacher Observations and Coaching
- OTES 2.0, OPES 2.0, OSCESC
- Professional Learning Conference
- District Specific Professional Development
Supporting Equity in Education
- High Quality Instructional Materials
- Dyslexia & Structured Literacy
- MTSS Tracking
Facilitating Learning Pathways
- Vertical Alignment
- Curriculum Mapping
- Graduation Requirement Tracking
Providing Learner Support and Involvement
- INFOhio
- Spelling Bee
Resources
Gifted
Mission & Vision
At the Mercer County ESC the mission for our gifted service is to empower and nurture the unique abilities of every gifted student by providing innovative, challenging, and personalized educational opportunities. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity and encourages collaboration among educators, students, and families to ensure each gifted learner reaches their full potential.
Our vision is to be a leader in gifted education, inspiring excellence through a comprehensive, student-centered approach. We aim to create a dynamic learning community where gifted students thrive, educators are empowered with cutting-edge resources and strategies, and families are actively engaged in the educational journey, preparing our students to be future leaders, problem-solvers, and innovators.
Contacts
Gifted Screening & Identification
Ohio defines a student who is gifted as one who “performs or shows potential for performing at remarkably high levels of accomplishment when compared to others of their age, experience, or environment” (Ohio Revised Code 3324.01).
Public school districts (city, local, and exempted village) are required to identify students in grades K-12 for gifted identification in the following areas:
- Superior cognitive ability;
- Specific academic ability: mathematics, reading/writing, science, and social studies;
- Creative thinking ability; and
- Visual or performing arts ability: dance, drama, music, and visual arts.
Criteria for Identification by Ability Area
Superior Cognitive Ability: Districts shall identify students as gifted in the area of superior cognitive ability when a student accomplishes any of the following: scores two standard deviations above the mean, minus the standard error of measurement, on an approved intelligence test; performs at or above the ninety-fifth percentile on an approved composite battery of a nationally normed achievement test; or attains an approved score on an approved nationally-normed above grade level achievement test.
Specific Academic Ability: Districts shall identify students as gifted in the area of specific academic ability when a student performs at or above the ninety-fifth percentile in a specific academic ability field on an approved nationally-normed achievement test.
Creative Thinking Ability: Districts shall identify students as gifted in the area of creative thinking ability when a student scores one standard deviation above the mean, minus the standard error of measure, on an approved intelligence test and also attains either a qualifying score on an approved checklist of creative behaviors or a qualifying score on an approved creativity test.
Visual or Performing Arts Ability: Districts shall identify students as gifted in the area of visual or performing arts ability when a student demonstrates superior ability in a visual or performing arts area through a display of work, an audition, or other performance or exhibition and also obtains a qualifying score on an approved checklist of behaviors related to a specific arts area.
Gifted Resources
Technology Integration
Mission & Vision
The mission of technology integration at Mercer County ESC is to enhance educational experiences by seamlessly embedding innovative technologies into all aspects of teaching and learning. We are dedicated to equipping educators with the tools, knowledge, and support needed to effectively integrate technology, fostering a culture of digital fluency that prepares students for success in an increasingly interconnected and technology-driven world.
Our vision for technology integration is to create a transformative learning environment where technology is a tool for creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking. We strive to lead in the adoption of emerging technologies, ensuring that all students and educators have equitable access to digital resources that inspire lifelong learning and empower them to thrive in a global society.
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Technology Resources
Success Skills
Mission & Vision
To help staff and families in supporting student social-emotional development and wellness to be successful in learning and in life.
Our Success Skills Coaches teach and model developmentally appropriate social-emotional, behavioral, and academic skills based on student needs in and/or out of the classroom. We strive to educate others on how social-emotional development impacts the whole child.
Our Success Skill Coaches support staff and families by providing the tools, strategies, and education to help ensure a student is ready to learn and be successful in life. This can range from support for general classroom strategies (modeling of specific strategy) to more student/child-focused interventions that can be implemented across various settings (home, daycare, school).
Contacts
Ashley Place
Success Skills Coach
Serving Teaching & Learning Districts