When: Saturday, November 8th from 8:00 a.m. until approximately 2:00 p.m. Where: at Pickerington High School Central
There are a host of Professional Development sessions for you to choose from:
Multiple sessions surrounding Student Discipline (Assault Leave/Emergency Removal, Legal Implications of Student Discipline and how association members can be protected) – presented by Lora Molnar (Cloppert).
Two sessions that will focus on PBIS and how it works with Special ED and MTSS presented by Daria DeNoia (OEA - EPERMA).
Three sessions focusing on First Amendment Rights, Social Media, and FERPA – presented by Amber James (OEA-LRC).
Multiple sessions focusing on OTES and HB8 (and other legislation) – presented by Ellen Ardornetto (EPERMA).
ESP Roundtable – presented by Joie Moore / Cheryl Williams (ESP/Membership Development Committee).
Attendees will earn 6 hours of free Continuing Education Units. Complimentary breakfast and lunch will be provided.
To attend this conference, which is free for all members:
1. Log in to your Central account (or create an account if you don't have one)
2. Scroll down to "2025 PowerUp Conference" and click "Going"
3. Wait a short moment for it to register. That's it.
The 2026 Diversity Conference - DEI Where Are You?
When: February 7 starting promptly at 9:00 am - Noon on Zoom.
We will have 2 panels, offering 2 different perspectives.
Panel 1 – The Community
Panel 2 – The Educators
All Central events are free for Central members and can earn participants free CEU's!
Register no later than November 4 for this excellent professional development offering::
1. Log in to your Central account (or create an account if you don't have one)
2. Scroll down to "ESP Appreciation Dinner" and click "Going"
3. Wait a short moment for it to register. That's it.
We will email all registrants the Zoom link a few days before the event. As always, our events are free for members.
Central is delighted to host the 2025 ESP Appreciation Dinner on November 17 at 6:00 p.m. at the Central office (2760 Airport Drive, Suite 120B, Columbus).
Active ESP members are encouraged to attend so we can recognize your important role in the work we do. Register on our website so we can plan the food.
There will be beverages, networking, a short program, dinner, and opportunities to discuss our challenges and successes.
Register no later than November 10 by:
1. Log in to your Central account (or create an account if you don't have one)
2. Scroll down to "ESP Appreciation Dinner" and click "Going"
3. Wait a short moment for it to register. That's it.
As always, our events are free for members.
If you are looking to get more involved in your Local Association but don’t know where to start, Central OEA/NEA offers interested members an Emerging Leaders program to get you on your way.
Come learn about...
- Uncover the various layers of the Association
- Learn about opportunities to increase your involvement in the Association
- Explore ways to become a leader in the Association - Explore your leadership style and skills needed as an Association leader - Investigate how leaders identify issues and work to resolve them
- Discover the importance of advocacy - Learn how to become an OEA or NEA delegate to the RA
- Tour OEA headquarters
Led By:
Kim Cooper, Reynoldsburg EA
If You Are Interested:
If you are interested in learning more about the program or wish to join send an email to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Free Contact Hours:
Upon completion of the program, participants will be awarded a certificate detailing the number of contact hours earned.
Meeting Dates:
2025
9/17 In Person (Central office)
10/14 OEA Building Tour
11/19 Virtual meeting
2026
1/14 In-person
2/18 Virtual
4/15 In-person
5/20 Cadre final dinner
Meetings begin at 5:30 PM
Where: 2760 Airport Dr, Suite 120B. Columbus, OH 43219
All sessions are from 5:30 - 7:00 PM
October 22: Candle Calmness
Ignite your imagination and unwind as you blend warm autumn
aromas into handcrafted candles—this creative wellness
session invites you to explore scent, color, and design while
crafting cozy keepsakes that soothe the soul.
December 10: Winter Self Care Kits
Tap into your creativity and cozy vibes as you craft a
personalized winter break self-care kit featuring handmade
soaps, exfoliating sugar scrubs, and custom cocoa blends—
designed to nourish your body, lift your spirits, and bring
warmth to the season.
February 25: HeART & Soul: Paint, Chocolate & Self-Care
Celebrate Heart Health Month by nurturing your inner artist and
well-being—this creative self-care session invites you to paint from
the heart, indulge in rich chocolate, and reflect on self-love through
guided activities that inspire joy, relaxation, and emotional wellness.
To register:
1. Log in to your Central account (or create an account if you don't have one)
2. Scroll down to the session(s) you wish to attend and click "Going"
3. Wait a short moment for it to register. That's it.