September 2026 Student Wellness & Prevention Services Newsletter
The September edition of the Student Wellness & Prevention Services Newsletter is now available, recognizing National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month and sharing important information to help support students, families, and school communities.
This issue highlights protective factors, warning signs, and risk factors related to suicide prevention, along with videos and resources designed to help increase awareness, encourage early support, and connect individuals with help when needed.
We encourage you to read and share the September newsletter with students, families, and staff to help promote awareness, strengthen support systems, and connect our communities with valuable prevention resources.
Read the September Student Wellness & Prevention Services Newsletter
Congratulations to Ryan Patti, Ohio High School Principal of the Year!
ESCWR congratulates Ryan Patti, Principal of West Geauga High School, on being named the 2026 Ohio High School Principal of the Year by the Ohio Association of Secondary School Administrators (OASSA)!
This distinguished recognition celebrates Ryan’s leadership, dedication, and commitment to the students, staff, and school community at West Geauga Local Schools.
We are proud to celebrate this outstanding accomplishment with our partners at West Geauga Local Schools. Congratulations, Ryan, on this well-deserved honor!Read the full press release
Gaitway High School Newsletter
The August/September edition of the Gaitway High School Newsletter is now available, celebrating the start of a new school year and Gaitway High School’s 20th anniversary.
This issue features student academic progress, hands-on learning experiences, team-building activities, career-readiness opportunities, and whole-student supports, including art, music, nature walks, physical education, and equine therapy.
Celebrate the start of another exciting year at Gaitway and see how students are learning, growing, and connecting—read the August/September 2026 Newsletter today!
September 2026 RISE ABOVE Newsletter
The September edition of the Rise Above Lake and Geauga Newsletter recognizes National Recovery Month and highlights the importance of recovery, hope, healing, and community support.
This month’s issue includes information about substance use disorders, ways individuals and communities can support recovery, and helpful resources addressing topics such as teen drinking, suicide prevention, and reducing substance use among young people.
We encourage you to share the September newsletter with students, families, and staff to help raise awareness and connect our communities with helpful information and resources.
Read the September Rise Above Newsletter
Parent Café: A Free Opportunity for Families to Connect, Learn & Grow
ESCWR, in partnership with Sylvan Learning of Mentor, is pleased to offer a four-part Parent Café series designed to give parents and caregivers a welcoming space to connect with one another, talk through common parenting challenges, and leave with practical strategies they can use at home.
Each session will focus on a different topic:
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October 30: Building Strong Relationships with Your Children
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November 6: Help Your Children Stand Up Straight and Tall
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November 13: Building a Winning Team — Helping Your Child Succeed in School
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November 20: Goal Setting... It’s Just Within Your Reach
All sessions will be held from 12:00–1:30 p.m. at Sylvan Learning of Mentor, 7271 Center Street, Mentor.
Complimentary lunch is provided.
Free, supervised childcare is available during each session.
Registration is required.
Please Help Us Spread the Word!
We encourage our school and district partners to share the attached flyer with parents, caregivers, and families who may benefit from this free opportunity.
The Parent Café is open to parents of children of all ages and provides a supportive setting to connect with others, gain practical tools, and build confidence in supporting their children.
ESCWR Professional Development Catalog & Registration
ESCWR is excited to introduce our new Professional Development registration and catalog system through Ohio Learning Communities!
The new platform makes it easier to explore upcoming ESCWR professional learning opportunities, review course details, and register for sessions all in one place.
Whether you are looking for workshops, trainings, networking opportunities, or other professional learning, we encourage you to explore our new PD homepage and course catalog.
Getting Started
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Browse the catalog – You can explore available professional learning opportunities and review course information before creating an account.
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Select an opportunity – View session details, including dates, times, locations, audience information, and more.
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Sign in or create your account – Use the Google or Microsoft sign-in option to securely access the system and register.
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Return anytime – Use the same Google or Microsoft sign-in option when returning to access your account and registered learning opportunities.
Visit the ESCWR Professional Development Homepage
Browse the ESCWR Course Catalog
New professional learning opportunities will continue to be added throughout the school year, so be sure to check back regularly.
We look forward to continuing to provide meaningful professional learning opportunities that support educators, schools, and communities across our region.
Join the ESCWR Team
Looking for your next career opportunity? ESCWR is seeking passionate professionals to join our team and support educators, administrators, and school districts across the region.
Visit our website to explore current job openings and learn how you can become part of the ESCWR team.