Preble County Educational Service Center

What Preble County Educational Service Center does

Preble County Educational Service Center is a county-level public educational agency operating under the Ohio Department of Education framework, headquartered at 597 Hillcrest Dr., Eaton, Ohio, with a secondary Success Academy location on East St. Clair St. The organization functions as a shared-services coordinator for eight Preble County school districts — College Corner, Eaton Community Schools, MVCTC, National Trail, Preble County Board of DD, Preble Shawnee, Tri-County North, and Twin Valley South — delivering specialized educational programs that individual districts cannot independently finance or staff. Approximately 35 employees operate the entity, and services span preschool through adult transition programming, with state and federal compliance coordination as a statutory function.

The program portfolio centers on Success Academy, which houses three specialized classroom models: the ED Program (Emotional Disabilities, four classrooms), the MD Program (Multiple Disabilities, four classrooms at Twin Valley South K-12 complex, Tri-County North High School, and the ESC Alternative School), and the DAEP (Disciplinary Alternative Education Program). Supporting programs include a Preschool serving ages 3-5 with income-based tuition, Project LIFE (a transition-to-adulthood program for adults 18+ with disabilities operating since 2007 and including the Life With Paws vocational social enterprise), Career Connections, a Counseling Center, county-wide Truancy Services, Background Check/Fingerprinting services, Professional Development (including 2026 Conscious Discipline training), and Substitute Teacher coordination via AESOP/Frontline Absence Management. There is no proprietary technology platform; operations run on Google Workspace, Frontline Education, Applitrack, Senso, Public School Works, Same Goal, Bookly, and a built-in ESC Store that replaced Square for online payments.

The revenue model combines district service contracts (the primary stream) with fee-for-service income from preschool tuition, background checks ($32-$64 per check), ParaPro testing ($60), Chromebook replacement ($260), professional development registrations ($50 for Conscious Discipline), and Honor Scholar Banquet tickets ($12). Pricing for preschool is structured as an income-based sliding scale aligned to 2026 Federal Poverty Guidelines ($0-$40/week, with $55/week for families above 185% of poverty). The entity is government-owned, governed by a Board of Education, and operates without private equity, institutional investors, or acquisition activity. Geographic scope is restricted to Preble County, Ohio, with the exception of the cross-state College Corner district located in Indiana.

Name

Preble County Educational Service Center

Legal name

Preble County Educational Service Center

Website

https://preblecountyesc.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Preble County Educational Service Center is a public Ohio county-level educational agency that coordinates specialized programs — including special-needs classrooms, preschool, career connections, and adult transition services — for eight local school districts in Preble County, supported by roughly 35 staff.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Educational Services

NAICS

Educational Support Services (611710), Educational Services (61), Child Care Services (6244), Child and Youth Services (62411)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Child Day Care Services (8351), Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Public Special Education Schools & Programs (EDAJAAAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Preschool Programs within Childcare Centers (EDACABAL), Inclusion, Special Needs & Early Intervention Training (IEPs/IFSPs, Neurodiversity) (EDACAIAF), Special Needs Early Intervention & Preschool Programs (EDAKAAAE)

Keywords

• Educational service center
• Special education programs
• Alternative education services
• School district support
• Preschool education services

Headquarters

HQ city

Eaton

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. School District Service Contracts: The ESC provides professional leadership and consulting services to strengthen local school districts in areas they are unable to finance or staff independently. Revenue is generated through contracts with multiple Preble County school districts for specialized educational programs including ED, MD, and DAEP classrooms.
2. Fee-for-Service Programs: The ESC offers fee-based services including preschool tuition (income-based sliding scale or $55/week), background checks for school employees ($32-$64), ParaPro testing ($60), and professional development training ($50 for Conscious Discipline registration).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Preble County Educational Service Center provides specialized educational services and program coordination on behalf of eight local school districts in Preble County, Ohio. Core offerings include alternative education programs (Success Academy with ED, MD, and DAEP classrooms), preschool education for ages 3-5, Project LIFE transition-to-adulthood programming for adults with disabilities, career connections/w workforce development, counseling, truancy intervention, background check services, and professional development.

Product overview

Preble County Educational Service Center is an educational service provider offering a multi-program portfolio centered around Success Academy, a comprehensive alternative education system comprising three specialized sub-programs: ED (Emotional Disabilities), MD (Multiple Disabilities), and DAEP (Disciplinary Alternative Education Program), along with a Counseling Center. The organization also operates Preschool programs for students aged 3-5, Project LIFE for young adults with disabilities focusing on transition-to-adulthood skills, and Career Connections for workforce development. These core programs are supported by auxiliary services including truancy intervention, background check/fingerprinting, professional development, substitute teacher coordination, and an online ESC Store for tuition and fee payments. Project LIFE has spawned a social enterprise called Life With Paws that produces and sells handmade dog treats as a vocational training vehicle.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Success Academy A comprehensive alternative education program providing specialized classroom settings for students whose regular school pathway is not working, including ED, MD, and DAEP classrooms plus a Counseling Center.
• ED Program (Emotional Disabilities) Educational services for students with emotional disabilities from elementary through high school, operating four ED classrooms that offer structure, behavioral modeling, social skills training, mental health counseling, and individualized academic instruction.
• MD Program (Multiple Disabilities) Educational services for students with Multiple Disabilities from elementary through high school, operating four MD classrooms serving students with moderate, severe or profound Multiple Disabilities or Autism with low student-to-staff ratios.
• DAEP (Disciplinary Alternative Education Program) A classroom setting for students referred to the ESC in lieu of expulsion, providing full academic curriculum with opportunity to earn credits and continue educational progress.
• Counseling Center School counseling services providing academic, social, behavioral, and emotional support including individual counseling, group counseling, classroom guidance, and coordination with mental health agencies and colleges.
• Preschool Program Preschool classrooms serving Preble County students aged 3-5 with multiple classrooms led by different teachers, offering tuition-based programs with income-based pricing per 2026 Federal Guidelines.
• Project LIFE A multi-year transition-to-adulthood program for individuals ages 18+ with disabilities, focusing on employment skills, independent living, and community involvement through evidence-based transition education.
• Career Connections Career guidance and workforce development program serving as liaison between school districts and area businesses to expand students' knowledge of local career opportunities and facilitate educational attainment.
• Truancy Services County-wide truancy services for all Preble County school districts with dedicated truancy officer managing attendance interventions and submissions.
• Background Check/Fingerprinting Services Background check services for Preble County school employees and volunteers, offering BCI and FBI checks with fees of $32, $37, or $64 depending on check type.
• Professional Development Professional development opportunities for educators including access to Ohio Integrated Design (OHID), Ohio Professional Development (OHIO PLD), and Western Ohio Service Collaborative programs.
• Substitute Teacher Services Coordination and placement services for substitute teachers, including processing applications, background checks, and connecting substitutes with districts via the Absence Management system.
• ESC Store Online store for preschool tuition payments, Conscious Discipline registrations, ParaPro testing fees, Honor Scholar Banquet payments, and Chromebook replacement purchases.
• Life With Paws (Project LIFE subsidiary) A small business created and run by Project LIFE interns producing handmade dog treats, providing authentic work-based learning experiences while generating revenue for the program.

Quantifiable outcome

• Four ED classrooms and four MD classrooms operated on behalf of four Preble County School Districts
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

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App detail

Integration10 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• College Corner Local School DistrictcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOne of eight Preble County school districts partnering with the ESC. College Corner is located in Indiana and represents a cross-state educational partnership within the county service area.
• Eaton Community SchoolscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMajor partner district hosting ESC programs and events including serving as venue for Conscious Discipline training at Eaton High School cafeteria.
• Miami Valley Career Technology Center (MVCTC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCareer technology partner providing vocational education pathways for students. ESC Career Connections program connects students with MVCTC programs and local career opportunities.
• National Trail Local School DistrictcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner school district receiving ESC services and participating in programs including Honor Scholar recognition.
• Preble County Board of Developmental DisabilitiescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization supporting students with developmental disabilities. Collaborates with ESC on MD program classrooms and Project LIFE transition services.
• Preble Shawnee Local SchoolscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner district receiving ESC services including alternative educational programs and participating in county-wide initiatives.
• Tri-County North Local School DistrictcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner district hosting MD classroom at Tri-County North High School and participating in district-wide programs including Honor Scholar recognition.
• Twin Valley South Local SchoolscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner district hosting two MD classrooms in the Twin Valley South K-12 complex and serving as venue for Honor Scholar Banquet. Actively involved in superintendent search coordination through ESC.
• Western Ohio Service CollaborativesupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional service collaborative providing professional development opportunities. The ESC links to Western Ohio Service Collaborative resources for staff training.
• Dogtors UniversitysupportingTechnology or IntegrationCertified Animal-Assisted Therapy team training provider. Brent Krumdiack and therapy dog Oakley completed AAT certification through Dogtors University for the school counseling program.
• College/University Partners (Sinclair Community College, Ivy Tech, Edison State, Miami University, Wright State, University of Cincinnati, Ohio State, Bowling Green)supportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerArea colleges listed as resources for students in Career Connections program and counseling center college preparation guidance.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Hamilton County Educational Service Center: An Ohio county-level Educational Service Center providing the same statutory support, special education coordination, and shared services to school districts as Preble County ESC, operating under identical Ohio Department of Education governance.
• Montgomery County Educational Service Center: An Ohio Educational Service Center serving districts in Montgomery County with the same ESC service model — special education classrooms, professional development, preschool, and substitute coordination — making it a structurally identical peer to Preble County ESC.
• Warren County Educational Service Center: An Ohio ESC operating under the same statewide framework, delivering special education, gifted, preschool, and shared administrative services to Warren County districts — a direct functional peer.
• Darke County Educational Service Center: A neighboring western Ohio rural county ESC with the same statutory model, providing special education, preschool, and shared administrative services to Darke County districts.
• Clark County Educational Service Center: An Ohio Educational Service Center operating the same statutory service delivery model, including special education classrooms, preschool, and professional development across its county districts.
• Butler County Educational Service Center: A neighboring Ohio ESC with the same statutory role, providing special education, alternative education, preschool, and professional development services to school districts in Butler County.
• Greene County Educational Service Center: An Ohio Educational Service Center with the same service portfolio and statutory role, supporting special education, preschool, and administrative services for Greene County districts.
• Miami County Educational Service Center: An Ohio Educational Service Center adjacent to Preble County serving similar rural/small-city districts with the same ESC-delivered special education and preschool programs.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/PrebleCountyESC
• Facebookfacebook.com/preblecountyesc
• Instagraminstagram.com/prebleesc
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/preble-county-educational-service-center

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Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

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