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ESCWR Funding Success Highlighted in AESA Newsletter

The Educational Service Center of the Western Reserve was recently featured in the Association of Educational Service Agencies (AESA) newsletter under Member News, recognizing our success in securing funding to support schools and students.

Strengthen Your District's Operations

ESCWR provides customized operational support to help schools and districts improve efficiency, manage costs, maintain facilities, and strengthen safety and compliance. Services range from purchasing and project management to maintenance planning, transportation analysis, emergency planning, and school safety training.

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October 2026 Gaitway High School Newsletter

The October Gaitway High School Newsletter celebrates a strong start to the school year, highlighting student learning, hands-on experiences, gardening projects, job-training opportunities, and the dedicated support team. The issue also recognizes the families, schools, and community partners who help create meaningful opportunities for students.

Safe homecoming banner encouraging students to make smart choices.

Promoting Safe Choices During Homecoming Season

ESCWR’s Student Wellness and Prevention Services team recently visited Mentor High School and Lake Catholic High School to promote safe decision-making during homecoming season. Through interactive games, impairment simulations, educational activities, and giveaways, students learned about the dangers of impaired and distracted driving.

ESCWR Featured in Story on Helping Schools Navigate Budget Challenges

As Ohio schools face rising costs and tighter budgets, educational service centers are helping districts make the most of their resources while continuing to support students and educators. A recent Ideastream Public Media article, shared by WYSO, features ESCWR Superintendent Jennifer Felker and explores how ESCs provide shared staffing, specialized services, professional learning, and fiscal expertise tailored to local needs.

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ESCWR Funding Impact Highlighted in Statewide Analysis

A new analysis from the Ohio Educational Service Center Association highlights ESCWR’s success in securing resources for schools.

ESCWR received approximately $3.78 million in ESSER/GEER-related funding for initiatives including extended learning, tutoring, and family partnerships.

Discover Gaitway High School

At Gaitway High School, learning extends beyond the classroom. Through small class sizes, individualized instruction, experiential learning, vocational opportunities, and meaningful connections with horses, students receive the support they need to build confidence and work toward success.

Chrissy Henninger, ESCWR Student Wellness and Prevention Service Coordinator is pictured addressing Lake County High School and Middle School students at the Fall Youth Summit

Lake County Youth Summit Empowers Student Leaders

The second annual Lake County Youth Summit was recently featured in The News-Herald! Presented by the Educational Service Center of the Western Reserve, the event brought together approximately 90 middle and high school students for a day focused on leadership, mental wellness, prevention, decision-making, and empowerment.

Strengthen Your Preschool or Early Childhood Program with ESCWR Support

ESCWR provides customized early childhood consulting and practical support to help programs strengthen instruction, compliance, special education, behavior practices, and professional learning.

Celebrating Local Schools: Ohio School Report Card Achievements

The Educational Service Center of the Western Reserve is pleased to recognize schools across our region for their accomplishments on the 2025–2026 Ohio School Report Cards!

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