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Summer Learning Reset: 5 Professional Learning Picks to Recharge & Reimagine Your Practice


Summer is the perfect time for Ohio educators to pause, reflect, and reset for the year ahead. Whether you are looking to reignite your passion, sharpen your skills, or simply gather fresh ideas, the Ohio Leadership Advisory Council (OLAC) has you covered with free, on-demand professional learning you can access anytime, anywhere.

And what better way to get inspired than by learning directly from your peers? OLAC’s Real Leaders, Real Results video gallery brings you powerful stories from Ohio education leaders who are making a real difference in their schools and districts. See how superintendents, principals, coaches, and teacher leaders are using OLAC resources to strengthen leadership teams, improve instruction, and boost student success.

Summer Learning Challenge

  • Pick 2-3 videos that speak to your role or goals.
  • Jot down one idea you want to try or share in your next team meeting.
  • Reflect on how these strategies connect to your district’s improvement priorities.

But don’t stop there—OLAC makes it easy to go deeper. Explore these four other professional learning picks to recharge your practice and return in the fall ready to make an even greater impact:

  1. Professional Learning Series Recordings: Perfect for your summer walks or commutes, these recordings feature practical insights from leaders across the state.
  2. Online Learning Modules: Choose from 30+ modules on topics like literacy, data use, assessment, and collaborative team structures. Designed for Ohio educators at all levels.
  3. On-Demand Webinars: Catch up on recent webinars that bring together Ohio’s education leaders to share practical insights and strategies.
  4. Video Library: Browse OLAC’s growing collection of 150+ video resources that showcase real-world strategies and success stories from Ohio educators.

And here’s a bonus: many OLAC resources can help you earn LPDC credit while you learn. Visit OhioLeadership.org/earn-credit to find out how easy it is to document your professional learning and meet your personal learning goals.

Your next step: Visit OhioLeadership.org to explore the Real Leaders, Real Results gallery, browse the video library, and build a personalized PD plan that fits your summer schedule.

This summer, let Ohio’s education leaders inspire you to try new strategies, reimagine your practice, and head into the new school year with fresh energy and ideas.