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On February 7th Dr. Lonny Rivera lead an engaging session on Emotional Poverty at the Mentor Paradigm! A powerful training focused on understanding and supporting emotional well-being.
On February 7th Dr. Lonny Rivera lead an engaging session on Emotional Poverty at the Mentor Paradigm! A powerful training focused on understanding and supporting emotional well-being.
Thank you, Dr. Heath, for hosting the Emotional Poverty Introduction Workshop at the Mentor Paradigm!
Thank you, Dr. Heath, for hosting the Emotional Poverty Introduction Workshop at the Mentor Paradigm!
Dr. Lonny Rivera leading an engaging session on Emotional Poverty at the Mentor Paradigm! A powerful training focused on understanding and supporting emotional well-being.
On February 7th Dr. Lonny Rivera lead an engaging session on Emotional Poverty at the Mentor Paradigm! A powerful training focused on understanding and supporting emotional well-being.
Lake County Spelling Bee Champion! Congratulations to Sebastian Gil, a seventh grader from Memorial Middle School in Mentor Public Schools, for winning the 2025 Lake County Spelling Bee! He will advance to the Tri-County Spelling Bee on February 28th at the ESC of the Western Reserve. Great job to all participants!
Lake County Spelling Bee Champion! Congratulations to Sebastian Gil, a seventh grader from Memorial Middle School in Mentor Public Schools, for winning the 2025 Lake County Spelling Bee! He will advance to the Tri-County Spelling Bee on February 28th at the ESC of the Western Reserve. Great job to all participants!
2025 Lake County Spelling Bee participants
2025 Lake County Spelling Bee Great job to all participants!
2025 Lake County Spelling Bee:  February 3, 2025
2025 Lake County Spelling Bee: February 3, 2025
ESCWR and SST4 Team Members
ESCWR and SST4 Team Members
On January 31st, team members from ESCWR and SST4 came together for an insightful and engaging session with the Impact Group about Crucial Conversations
On January 31st, team members from ESCWR and SST4 came together for an insightful and engaging session with the Impact Group about Crucial Conversations
On January 31st, team members from ESCWR and SST4 came together for an insightful and engaging session with the Impact Group about Crucial Conversations
On January 31st, team members from ESCWR and SST4 came together for an insightful and engaging session with the Impact Group about Crucial ConversationsThis impactful training provided valuable strategies to enhance communication, foster collaboration, and navigate difficult conversations effectively.
ESCWR Administrative Strategic Planning Retreat
ESCWR Administrative Strategic Planning RetreatGo for the Gold and Reaching for the Stars! Strengthening our vision, fostering collaboration, and building a brighter future together!
ESCWR Administrative Strategic Planning Retreat
ESCWR Administrative Strategic Planning RetreatGo for the Gold and Reaching for the Stars! Strengthening our vision, fostering collaboration, and building a brighter future together!
ESCWR Administrative Strategic Planning Retreat
ESCWR Administrative Strategic Planning RetreatGo for the Gold and Reaching for the Stars! Strengthening our vision, fostering collaboration, and building a brighter future together!
ESCWR Administrative Strategic Planning Retreat
ESCWR Administrative Strategic Planning RetreatGo for the Gold and Reaching for the Stars! Strengthening our vision, fostering collaboration, and building a brighter future together!
Mr. Erik Walter takes the oath of office as a new member of our governing board.
Mr. Erik Walter takes the oath of office as a new member of our governing board.

MISSION:

The ESC of the Western Reserve is committed to providing innovative programming and quality services to support and promote student achievement in all aspects of our educational communities within our region and state.

VISION:

The ESC of the Western Reserve will be recognized as a premier education service center that provides personalized services to inspire and support students growth and staff development to educational communities in our region and state.
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2025 Lake County Spelling Bee Winner, Sebastian Gil!

2025 Lake County Spelling Bee Champion

Congratulations to Sebastian Gil, the 2025 Lake County Spelling Bee Champion! Sebastian, a seventh grader from Memorial Middle School in Mentor Public Schools, showcased his spelling skills and earned the top spot in this year's competition.  He will now advance to the Tri-County Spelling Bee on February 28th at the ESC of the Western Reserve. 

This year's event featured eleven talented students from public, private, and parochial schools across Lake County, making for an exciting and competitive spelling bee. Well done to all participants for their hard work and dedication!  

January 2025 Job Training Program Newsletter

Take a moment to explore our January Job Training newsletter, written by our talented teachers and students. It’s packed with updates, insights, and highlights from our job training program! A special shoutout to our newest employer partner, D Is for Delicious, for welcoming our students and supporting their hands-on learning experience.

Celebrating 5 Years of Excellence at the ESCWR!

This year marks the 5th anniversary of the ESCWR, and we couldn’t be more proud of the impact we’ve made in our schools and communities! Over the past five years, we have remained committed to supporting students, educators, and districts through innovative programs, exceptional services, and strong partnerships.

Thank you to our dedicated staff, partner districts, and community members for your continued support and collaboration. Together, we have grown, adapted, and made a lasting difference in education. We look forward to many more years of excellence, innovation, and student success!

ESCWR's 5th Anniversary!


Family Engagement Series

We're kicking off the year with exciting new program offerings! In collaboration with Mentor and Morley libraries, we’re launching a three-part Family Engagement Series focused on important topics like Early Literacy, Bullying, and Chronic Absenteeism.

Watch the first session recording on Early Literacy, presented by Dr. Kelly Moran, Director of Instructional Programs, at Mentor Public Library.

Don't miss the upcoming sessions—register below!


2025 Winter/Spring Professional Development Catalog

Unique Like Me, New Day Cleveland

Unique Like Me Featured On New Day Cleveland!

We were thrilled to have New Day Cleveland visit Unique Like Me for their Shop Small segment! Check out the feature to see how our shop highlights incredible products crafted with care by individuals with unique abilities. Watch the full segment here: Unique Like Me on New Day Cleveland and discover how shopping small can make a big difference!

Upcoming Events

Feb
13

Bullying

Thu Feb 13 2025
Feb
18

CSTAG Training

Tue Feb 18 2025
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18

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