The Pickaway County ESC will be closing at 3:00pm on Friday, September 4 and be closed on Monday, September 7 in observance of Labor Day.

We had a great summer serving students from Circleville City School District, Logan Elm Local School District, Teays Valley Local School District, and Westfall Local School District in our summer preschool clinic supported by a grant from Circleville Community United Methodist Church Community Fund. Students worked on communication, motor, and academic skills. Thanks to our summer staff for dedicating the time to bring this grant to life!

Due to scheduled maintenance, the Pickaway County ESC will be closing at 1:00pm on August 7, 2026. We will resume normal office hours (8:00am-4:00pm) on Monday, August 10th.

Regular office hours return August 3!

We had a great time working with Teays Valley educators during Viking Academy. We provided Handle with Care training to over 100 people this week!

We had a great time sharing about the services Pickaway County ESC offers at the PICCA Block Party!

Our office will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2026 in observance of Independence Day.

Pickaway County ESC will be closed on Friday, June 19, 2026 in observance of Juneteenth. We will re-open on Monday, June 22, 2026.

Pickaway County ESC will be closing at 3:00pm on Friday, May 22 and also be closed on Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day.

We are proud to have Mr. Milliken lead our programs!

🚨 We’re Hiring: Behavioral Support Specialist (Grades 7–12 Alternative School) 🚨

Are you passionate about making a difference for students who need it most? Join our team and help create a supportive, structured environment where students can grow, succeed, and build a better future. Part-time position; licensure required or ability to obtain (BCBA, RBT, teacher, or similar); experience preferred.

💡 This role is all about impact:
✔ Supporting students with behavioral needs
✔ Building strong, positive relationships
✔ Using de-escalation and restorative practices
✔ Collaborating with a dedicated school team
✔ Helping students stay on track academically and socially

🌟 Why join us?
✅ Meaningful, purpose-driven work
✅ Collaborative and supportive staff
✅ Opportunities for professional growth
✅ A chance to truly change student outcomes

Our alternative school serves students in grades 7–12 who benefit from a more individualized approach—and we’re looking for someone who believes every student deserves a fresh start and a strong support system.

📩 Apply today: tom.kitchen@pickawayesc.org
📍 424 E. Mound Street, Circleville, OH 43113

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April 15 is Purple Up! For Military Kids day, a highlight of the Month of the Military Child (April), aimed at wearing purple to support and honor the service, resilience, and sacrifices of military children. Purple symbolizes the combined colors of all U.S. Armed Forces branches.

The Pickaway County ESC office and programs will close at 3:00pm on Thursday, April 2, 2026. We will re-open on Tuesday, April 8, 2026

A very successful staff egg hunt this morning!

The Pickaway County ESC and alternative programs will be operating on a two hour delay for Tuesday, March 17, 2026

Pickaway County ESC attended the Academic Workforce Alliance this week at the ESC of Central Ohio. Great discussion about K12 and the workforce including a panel discussion with leading Central Ohio business partners.

Sharing an important resource in Pickaway County

UPDATE: Pickaway County ESC office and programs will be CLOSED on 2-23-26 due to inclement weather. Staff is working remotely so please reach out via email or our general email inbox, info@pickawayesc.org.

The Pickaway County ESC alternative programs will be operating on a two hour delay for Monday, February 23, 2026. The ESC office will open at 10:00am.