Northwest Indiana Educational Services Center

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Northwest Indiana ESC

We are dedicated to making a positive difference for our members by delivering innovative services and fostering continuous growth that enhances the entire educational ecosystem.

Northwest Indiana ESC

We are dedicated to making a positive difference for our members by delivering innovative services and fostering continuous growth that enhances the entire educational ecosystem.

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Northwest Indiana Educational Services Center

Strengthening Our Schools, Together

As one of nine collaborative service centers across the state, we take great pride in our mission to empower our members with innovative practices, effective programs, and relevant resources built through strategic partnerships. By uniting these strengths, we cultivate a robust ecosystem of support that delivers the advanced expertise and collaborative solutions necessary for our schools to thrive.

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December 10, 2026

Essential Data Privacy for Schools: Protecting Student Data & Saving Time

Join us to learn about the Student Data Privacy Consortium (SDPC) Indiana Alliance. This fast-paced, 45 minute overview demystifies student data privacy basics, federal guidance, and industry standard

December 10, 2026

December Indiana ESC School Food Co-op Meeting

Join us for December's Indiana ESC School Food Co-op Meeting.

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December 9, 2026

Purchasing Lunch and Learn

Enjoy a relaxing, catered lunch and an interactive session tailored to your team's daily challenges.

December 8, 2026

NIESC Focusing on Fluency 2.0: Making it Happen for ALL Learners (Grades 4-8) with Melissa Gill

Join Melissa Gill for a session focused on continuing to build our Fluency Toolboxes.

Navy background with Red Squares "Navigating 504: From legal basics to real-world solutions with Dr Reneae Staley" in white. NIESC and Region 8 logos at the bottom.

December 3, 2026

NIESC Navigating 504: From Legal Basics to Real-World Solutions with Dr. Reneae Staley

Join us as we explore the legal foundations of Section 504, clarify essential process and Procedures, and explore best practices for ensuring equitable access for students with disabilities.

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November 20, 2026

NWIESC Making Math Click: Tier 1 Strategies for Number Sense & Computation (Grade 3-8)

Join Jaime Ramsey for this full-day session to help you prepare students for the state assessment through strong core teaching rather than boring test-prep drills

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November 19, 2026

NWIESC Title IX Survival Guide: From Report to Resolution

Practical Training for School Leaders Navigating the Title IX Process

November 18, 2026

November Paxton/Patterson Career Discovery Labs Training

Join us for a MEMBERS ONLY training for implementing Paxton/Patterson Career Discovery Lab modules!

October 12, 2026

ESCI Social Studies Textbook Caravan

Grades K-12 Social Studies Textbook Caravan Virtual Asynchronous Webinar Series

June 1, 2026

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Core Beliefs

Our work is guided by four core beliefs that ensure every educator and student we serve has the tools they need to thrive.

Collaborate

Working together with openness, trust, and shared purpose, valuing diverse perspectives to achieve stronger outcomes than any of us could accomplish alone.

Innovate

Seeking new ideas, creative solutions, and embracing change as an opportunity to grow and improve.

Serve

Dedicating ourselves to meeting the needs of our members and communities with integrity, care, and a commitment to making a meaningful impact.

Support

Providing guidance, resources, and encouragement to help our colleagues, partners, and members thrive, ensuring no one has to navigate challenges on their own.

Why It Matters

By focusing on these core beliefs, we are not just providing a service; we are building a stronger, more connected educational community. When we collaborate, we ensure that every district, regardless of size, has access to the highest quality resources and support.