614.445.3750The Central Ohio Educational Service Center, also known as the "Educational Service Center (ESC) of Central Ohio," serves partnered schools and educational institutions across Ohio districts. This service agency addresses the needs of district schools to enhance the quality of education. Services offered through the Central Ohio Educational Service Center include:
Student Services
Students can access admissions for various services and programs aimed at achieving their goals. These include:
Alternative Education Programs catering to students unable to attend traditional classes.
Attendance Services assisting district schools in improving student attendance rates and reducing retention grades.
Background Checks & Fingerprinting Services
The Educational Service Center (ESC) of Central Ohio facilitates service appointments for background checks and fingerprinting required for teaching licenses. These services are electronically managed by the Ohio Department Of Education. Charges for BCI and FBI background checks vary over time. Payment can be made using Visa or other credit/debit cards like MasterCard or Discover. Cash and checks are not accepted.
Foster Care Support
Through the Foster Care Support program, also known as the Educational Partnership for Social, Emotional & Academics (EPSEA), social skills and emotional learning are enhanced among students. This program is funded by the Franklin County Children Services (FCCS).
Mental Health Services Support
The Educational Service Center (ESC) of Central Ohio provides experienced and certified mental health specialists and social workers to educate families and students with behavioral disorders. Licensed mental health specialists and social workers conduct meetings with students, parents, or guardians to address emotional and behavioral health needs. For further assistance, contact
Neeley.Keys@escco.org.
Substance Abuse Family Education (SAFE)
The SAFE program educates adults and teenagers about drug and substance abuse. Counseling programs are organized for youth to prevent drug or alcohol abuse. For more information, contact
SAFE@escco.org.
Connect With Educational Service Center (ESC) of Central Ohio
For all general services and programs, including educator services, SAFE programs, Early Learning program, EPSEA, Attendance, and many more, the main office can be contacted at
614.445.3750.
For Educational Conferences/Events
Rental space/conference halls for educational events, meetings, or concerts can be booked by contacting the appropriate service office via email at
ConferenceCenter@escco.org 614.542.4150.
Monday to Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Central Office & State Support Team 11 at 2080 Citygate Drive, Columbus, OH 43219.Educational Service Center (ESC) of Central Ohio Contacts
| Services and Programs | Service Emails/Contacts |
|---|
| Jobs/Careers | HumanResources@escco.org |
| Attendance Services | Attendance@escco.org |
| ESSA Support & Program Resource Services | ARPHomeless@escco.org |
| Crisis Prevention and Intervention Training | Bryant.Tela@escco.org |
| EPSEA/ESSA Educational Liaison | 614-278-5975 / Joy.Medlock@escco.org |
| Early Learning Peer Model Program | SUSAn.Cronin@escco.org / 614.542.4106 |
| Special Education Services | StudentServices@escco.org |