Frontline Education

1. DISTRICT INDUCTION CONSORTIUM: Orientation/Network #1 & Universal Design for Learning (UDL)_BY INVITATION ONLY

Program: District Induction Consortium

Audience: Educational Staff Enrolled in the IU8 District Induction Consortium ONLY

Dates: 9/16/2024

**NOTE** PLEASE BRING A LAPTOP OR IPAD WITH YOU. If you need IU8 to provide you with a laptop during the training, please email Gina Satkovich gsatkovich@iu08.org with the subject line "LAPTOP NEEDED." New teachers will be introduced to their colleagues across the region, and they will learn the requirements of the IU8 District Induction Consortium. UDL is a framework for inclusive education that aims to reduce barriers to learning and optimize each individual's opportunity to learn. It is based on brain research that examines pathways of engagement, recognition, and strategic planning. Understanding the 3 principles and core beliefs of UDL is necessary to reflect on materials, strategies, and methods implemented within your classroom to more purposefully plan lessons to be flexible and accessible, resulting in maximal outcomes for all students. Facilitator: Andrea Zern, IU8 Educational Consultant & Jennifer Anderson, IU8 Director of Professional Learning.

2. Co-Teaching Quick Tips

Program: Training & Consultation / Special Education

Dates: 9/24/2024 to 4/30/2025

We know your time is limited, so in order to give you meaningful training, we're going to drip out QUICK TIPS for you and your co-teacher. Each week, we will have a new focus on successful co-teaching and share these tips on our interactive Facebook Group called Co-Teaching Quick Tips. These tips will be manageable to implement right away and help clear up misconceptions on what co-teaching is and isn't. During our live office hours each month, we will discuss what you've tried and answer any questions you have about the strategies. Then we'll celebrate our successes from the year in-person on May 14. Act 48 hours will be given at the end of the year. We will track your attendance each time you attend office hours and credit your total hours attended.

3. Co-Teaching Quick Tips

Program: Training & Consultation / Special Education

Dates: 9/24/2024 to 4/30/2025

We know your time is limited, so in order to give you meaningful training, we're going to drip out QUICK TIPS for you and your co-teacher. Each week, we will have a new focus on successful co-teaching and share these tips on our interactive Facebook Group called Co-Teaching Quick Tips. These tips will be manageable to implement right away and help clear up misconceptions on what co-teaching is and isn't. During our live office hours each month, we will discuss what you've tried and answer any questions you have about the strategies. Then we'll celebrate our successes from the year in-person on May 14. Act 48 hours will be given at the end of the year. We will track your attendance each time you attend office hours and credit your total hours attended.

4. CANCELED: Literacy Lift Off

Program: Training & Consultation / Special Education

Dates: 10/10/2024 to 4/10/2025

Join IU8 and IU10 as we explore literacy strategies for all students, specifically students with complex needs. The event will take place in 4 virtual sessions with two additional in-person sessions for participants to explore and create adapted literacy materials. This course will ensure literacy lifts off for all students!

5. IU8 MENTOR TRAINING - COHORT A (2023-2025 SYs)_IU8 District Induction Consortium- BY INVITATION ONLY

Program: District Induction Consortium

Audience: District Mentors enrolled in Cohort A (2023-2025)

Dates: 10/21/2024

Teamwork is crucial for a school to be successful, which means a school needs teachers who are will to move forward and be drivers of change, energy, and motivation. Mentors will identify four types of people in a school and recognize each person's role in working together to move the team and school forward. This knowledge will help them encourage and motivate their mentee to be a consistent leader in any school.

6. Strengthening your MTSS Series

Program: Training & Consultation / Special Education

Dates: 10/24/2024 to 4/3/2025

Already have your MTSS Framework established but are ready to grow and develop your MTSS Manual? This workshop series is for you and your core team! In order for your team to get the most out of this training, it is HIGHLY recommended that administration is present and actively engaged at all of the sessions in this series. Your IU8 MTSS Consultants will guide you to reflect upon your current MTSS practices and implementation. You will create your MTSS Manual during work time with the support of your consultants. Collaboration opportunities will also be included.

7. SLP Network

Program: Training & Consultation / Special Education

Audience: Speech Language Pathologists; Special Educators

Dates: 10/24/2024 to 5/22/2025

Join this virtual network to learn and grow as you provide speech and language services in our area!

8. IU8 MENTOR TRAINING - COHORT B (2024-2026 SYs)_IU8 District Induction Consortium- BY INVITATION ONLY

Program: District Induction Consortium

Audience: District Mentors of Cohort B (20242-2026) enrolled in the IU8 District Induction Consortium

Dates: 10/29/2024

All students deserve effective teachers. Beginning teachers reach their fullest potential with systems of support from the schools and mentors. Mentors will identify and be able to leverage in their daily work the personal and professional habits and dispositions of an effective mentor, including effective communication and collaboration skills, enriching relationships, tackling tough challenges, provoking growth and learning, and regular reflective practices.

9. IU8 DISTRICT INDUCTION CONSORTIUM - COHORT A MEMBERS - Professional Ethics and SEL By Invitation ONLY

Program: District Induction Consortium

Audience: Cohort A - IU8 District Induction Consortium Members ONLY

Dates: 10/31/2024

9:00 AM to 10:00 AM: Professional Ethics as required by Chapter 49 of April 23, 2022, Title 22 of the Pennsylvania Code Facilitator: Carl P. Beard, Esq., Beard Legal Group PC 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM: SEL & Network #3. Research suggests that nearly a quarter of students witnessed violence in their homes, schools, and communities in the past year and that two-fifths of children aged 17 and younger witnessed violence at some point in their lifetime. As integral individuals in the lives of the children we serve each day, it is important that we understand trauma and its impact on our youth, families, and ourselves. As a result of this learning path, you will be able to recognize the signs of trauma in students, recognize the signs of the impact of secondary trauma on school employees, and explore a myriad of resources and best practices regarding trauma-informed approaches that should be considered across Multi-Tiered Systems of Support. Facilitator(s): IU8 Behavior Education Consultants

10. IU8 DISTRICT INDUCTION CONSORTIUM: Shared and Data-Informed Decision Making_COHORT B (2024-2026)_BY INVITATION ONLY

Program: District Induction Consortium

Audience: Members of the IU8 District Induction Consortium (Cohort B-2024-2026)

Dates: 11/15/2024

This session will explore various types of assessments. You will gain an understanding of various types of assessments, the purpose of these assessments, and how to use the data gathered to benefit learners. Facilitator: Jennifer Herncane, IU8 Curriculum Specialist/Instructional Coach Mentor

11. IU8 DISTRICT INDUCTION CONSORTIUM: Classroom Management for Elementary & Secondary Teachers_BY INVITATION ONLY

Program: District Induction Consortium

Audience: Educators enrolled in the IU8 District Induction Consortium ONLY

Dates: 12/9/2024

The classroom is one of the most challenging areas an educator faces on a day-to-day basis. Student problem behavior is cited by the U.S. Department of Education as one of the top three reasons why educators leave the field and are one of the top two content areas identified by teachers as a gap in pre-service training. Effective classroom management is important to the whole educational process because it provides students with a safe, consistent, positive, and predictable learning environment. In turn, this helps prevent teacher burnout and will make students and teachers feel safer and happier. Classroom management involves more than just discipline and sending students to the office. Through this learning path, you will learn about proactive, evidence-based classroom management strategies that research proves to promote positive student behavior. By the end of the learning path, you will develop a fully customized comprehensive classroom management plan for your own classroom environment. Facilitator(s): IU8 Behavior Team

12. IU8 INDUCTION CONSORTIUM: Instructional Planning & Design_BY INVITATION ONLYCOHORT B (2024-2026)_BY INVITATION ONLY

Program: District Induction Consortium

Dates: 12/13/2024

This session will build on the participants' knowledge of UDL. We will explore resources and design structures to assist with differentiating to meet the needs of all learners. Facilitator: Tracy Rains, IU8 Virtual Learning Specialist

13. IU8 INDUCTION CONSORTIUM: Standards - The PA SAS Portal & Network #2_COHORT B (2024-2026)_BY INVITATION ONLY

Program: District Induction Consortium

Audience: Educators enrolled in the IU8 District Induction Consortium ONLY

Dates: 3/21/2025

This session will acclimate teachers to the PA Standards Aligned System (SAS) Portal. Through a high-level overview, teachers will be able to identify the six elements that impact student achievement. Facilitator: Amanda Williamson, IU8 Educational Consultant

14. PREPaRE Workshop 2

Program: Training & Consultation / Special Education

Dates: 3/31/2025 to 4/1/2025

This 2-day workshop develops the knowledge and skill required to provide immediate mental health crisis interventions to the students, staff, and school community members who have been simultaneously exposed to an acute traumatic stressor. The knowledge and skill developed within this session also help to build a bridge to the psychotherapeutic and trauma informed mental health response sometimes required to address challenges associated with trauma exposure. This workshop is an excellent course for all mental health professionals in your district who provide mental health crisis intervention services (NASP, 2023).

15. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention: Initial Training

Program: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NCI)

Dates: 4/2/2025 to 4/3/2025

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This initial training is for individuals who have never been certified in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) or have allowed their certification to lapse beyond the expiration date shown on their most currently issued Blue Card(tm) (the card would have been provided at their last NCI Training). The training emphasizes early (verbal) intervention strategies for preventing and/or managing disruptive behavior. Disengagement and holding skills are also taught as a means to help manage safety. Transport techniques are included as well. After receiving this certification, the annual 3-hour Foundations of NCI Refresher Training is required to maintain certification. *Act 48 hours are provided only for NCI trainings that are held at IU8 Offices. Due to guidelines established by the Crisis Prevention institute, Appalachia Intermediate Unit 8 is only able to train employees of school districts within the IU8 counties of Blair, Bedford, Cambria, and Somerset. - Participants must arrive on time, actively participate, stay for the entire session (no exceptions) & pass the written test. - Successfully demonstrate intervention skills - Certification may be withheld if the participant misses more than 10 minutes of instruction. (late, phone call, non-participation, etc...) - Dress casually / comfortably - Bring a pencil/pen - Wear comfortable, non-slip shoes (no sandals or open-toed shoes) - For full-day trainings, lunch is on your own - Trainings may be canceled due to low enrollment - Electronic devices / Computers are not needed for in-person trainings NOTE: In the event of inclement weather, registrants will be notified by email of any schedule changes.

16. IU8 Math Teacher Network- Session 4

Program: Training & Consultation / Special Education

Dates: 4/2/2025

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Quarterly sessions designed to strengthen our effectiveness of instruction while building community with fellow math instructors. All workshops are guaranteed to align to the Science of Math research and the recommendations of math education experts. Session 1- Just in Time Math Intervention to help ALL-students access grade-level material. Session 2- Practice Strategies to ensure students maintain their learning beyond the test. Session 3- Tech tools to make your classroom engaging and accessible for all learners. Session 4- Understanding and using your classroom assessment data to plan for the next year. These are each individual events. You can attend one or all four.

17. Spring Math Administration and Coach Networking Session (Spring)

Program: Training & Consultation / Special Education

Dates: 4/8/2025

Join us for the second of TWO special days designed to help coaches and administrators get the most out of their Spring Math implementation.

18. Tech Tidbit Tuesdays, AbleNet (AT for the classroom)

Program: Training & Consultation / Special Education

Dates: 4/8/2025

Join us for this monthly virtual network as we explore a variety of Assistive Technology features and tools from a variety of companies. We will target technology for reading, writing, and math as well as technology for communication and access.

19. JoltEDU Author Collaborative The Art of the Hook: Creating Stunning Visuals with Canva (By Invitation Only)

Program: Training & Consultation / Special Education

Dates: 4/8/2025

Learn how to grab your learners' attention and keep them engaged with powerful visuals. In this workshop, we combine the art of creating compelling hooks with Canva's design capabilities. Discover strategies to captivate learners from the start, then explore how to design eye-catching visuals that reinforce your message. You'll leave with a practical hook for your micro-course.

20. SCL Reimagined Through Storyboarding

Program: Curriculum & Instruction

Dates: 4/15/2025

The World of Learning (WOL) at Appalachia Intermediate Unit 8 provides equitable access to high-quality, hard-to-staff courses. WOL employs a flipped classroom model, transforming traditional learning into an engaging, narrative-driven experience that fosters deeper connections with language and culture. WOL teachers author their own courses, using the concept of Storyboarding Curriculum (Hayes Jacobs and Zmuda). Storyboarding is an instructional design practice that transforms typical compartmentalized learning experiences into a cohesive journey where learners want to know what will happen next. Join us virtually to see this experience in action! Zoom link will be provided in advance. Session 1 will be held in the morning from 8:30-11:30 and session 2 will be held in the afternoon from 1:30-2:30 (all sessions will be held on 4/15).

21. STEM Network Tours Throughout Somerset County

Program: Curriculum & Instruction

Dates: 4/15/2025

Appalachia Intermediate Unit 8 (IU8) and the Somerset County Chamber have partnered to provide an exclusive tour showcasing unique career opportunities in our region. Educators will gain firsthand insight into various professions, exploring job responsibilities and essential skills that connect directly to STEM curricula in schools. Global SFC, Drive Devilbiss, Somerset CTC, Augustine Plastics

22. Nonviolent Crisis Intervention: Refresher Training

Program: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NCI)

Dates: 4/16/2025

This standard refresher training is for individuals who are currently certified in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) and are required to receive this annual 3-hour refresher training to maintain certification. *Act 48 hours are provided only for NCI trainings that are held at IU8 Offices. Due to guidelines established by the Crisis Prevention institute, Appalachia Intermediate Unit 8 is only able to train employees of school districts within the IU8 counties of Blair, Bedford, Cambria, and Somerset. - Participants must arrive on time, actively participate, stay for the entire session (no exceptions) & pass the written test. - Successfully demonstrate intervention skills - Certification may be withheld if the participant misses more than 10 minutes of instruction. (late, phone call, non-participation, etc...) - Dress casually / comfortably - Bring a pencil/pen - Wear comfortable, non-slip shoes (no sandals or open-toed shoes) - Trainings may be canceled due to low enrollment - Electronic devices / Computers are not needed for this training NOTE: In the event of inclement weather, registrants will be notified by email of any schedule changes.

23. Complex Learner Network

Program: Training & Consultation / Special Education

Dates: 4/16/2025

Join us to learn about research, resources, and strategies for complex learners that will diversify your teaching tool belt to ensure achievement for all learners!

24. Instructional Coaching Network

Program: Curriculum & Instruction

Dates: 4/24/2025

Monthly Instructional Coaching workshops are designed for instructional/virtual coaches to participate in collaboration with other instructional coaches across many districts and professional learning. The coaches will learn instructional strategies to strengthen practice, increase student engagement and improve student learning in both face to face and virtual setting. Coaches will share information learned at the monthly coaching workshops with administration and instructional staff at their school.

25. PASA DLM Training 2024-25 School Year

Program: Training & Consultation / Special Education

Dates: 5/6/2025

Required Training for all LEAs providing Standards-Aligned Instruction to students with Comprehensive Support Needs. Register for only ONE 3-hour session date from the options. A required asynchronous introductory training will be assigned to all registrants through Jolt Edu before their session date.

26. PASA DLM Training 2024-25 School Year

Program: Training & Consultation / Special Education

Dates: 5/6/2025

Required Training for all LEAs providing Standards-Aligned Instruction to students with Comprehensive Support Needs. Register for only ONE 3-hour session date from the options. A required asynchronous introductory training will be assigned to all registrants through Jolt Edu before their session date.

27. Science on the Lake (MWEE)

Program: STEM

Dates: 5/7/2025

Join us at Canoe Creek State Park on May 7th for a special MWEE event, where we will be kayaking as part of our outdoor learning experience!

28. Curriculum Network 5-8-25

Program: Curriculum & Instruction

Dates: 5/8/2025

Please join us for our bi-monthly Curriculum Network Meeting

29. Supporting Struggling Readers with Foundational Skills (4th - 9th Grades)

Program: Curriculum & Instruction

Dates: 5/13/2025

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Participants will: 1) examine the key recommendations from the IES Practice Guide to support struggling readers in grades 4 to 9, 2) experience and practice structured literacy routines tailored to older students, 3) identify the features of connected texts that both engage students and reinforce foundational skills, and 4) learn how to design and deliver respectful, research-based interventions that meet the unique needs of older readers. Lunch will be provided.

30. Tech Tidbit Tuesdays, Smartbox Technologies (AAC)

Program: Training & Consultation / Special Education

Dates: 5/13/2025

Join us for this monthly virtual network as we explore a variety of Assistive Technology features and tools from a variety of companies. We will target technology for reading, writing, and math as well as technology for communication and access.

31. JoltEDU Author Collaborative: Delivering Content That Sticks: Engaging Learners with Google Slides and Canva (By Invitation Only)

Program: Training & Consultation / Special Education

Dates: 5/13/2025

This workshop focuses on strategies for visual storytelling and making learning memorable. Learn to combine Google Slides' dynamic presentation tools with Canva's creative design features to craft visually stunning, learner-centered instructional videos that capture attention and leave a lasting impression. Walk away with practical tips to elevate your course content.

32. Co-Teaching Quick Tips

Program: Training & Consultation / Special Education

Dates: 5/14/2025

We know your time is limited, so in order to give you meaningful training, we're going to drip out QUICK TIPS for you and your co-teacher. Each week, we will have a new focus on successful co-teaching and share these tips on our interactive Facebook Group called Co-Teaching Quick Tips. These tips will be manageable to implement right away and help clear up misconceptions on what co-teaching is and isn't. During our live office hours each month, we will discuss what you've tried and answer any questions you have about the strategies. Then we'll celebrate our successes from the year in-person on May 14. Act 48 hours will be given at the end of the year. We will track your attendance each time you attend office hours and credit your total hours attended.

33. Nonviolent Crisis Intervention: Refresher Training

Program: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NCI)

Dates: 5/15/2025

This standard refresher training is for individuals who are currently certified in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) and are required to receive this annual 3-hour refresher training to maintain certification. *Act 48 hours are provided only for NCI trainings that are held at IU8 Offices. Due to guidelines established by the Crisis Prevention institute, Appalachia Intermediate Unit 8 is only able to train employees of school districts within the IU8 counties of Blair, Bedford, Cambria, and Somerset. - Participants must arrive on time, actively participate, stay for the entire session (no exceptions) & pass the written test. - Successfully demonstrate intervention skills - Certification may be withheld if the participant misses more than 10 minutes of instruction. (late, phone call, non-participation, etc...) - Dress casually / comfortably - Bring a pencil/pen - Wear comfortable, non-slip shoes (no sandals or open-toed shoes) - Trainings may be canceled due to low enrollment - Electronic devices / Computers are not needed for this training NOTE: In the event of inclement weather, registrants will be notified by email of any schedule changes.

34. Instructional Coaching Network

Program: Curriculum & Instruction

Dates: 5/15/2025

Monthly Instructional Coaching workshops are designed for instructional/virtual coaches to participate in collaboration with other instructional coaches across many districts and professional learning. The coaches will learn instructional strategies to strengthen practice, increase student engagement and improve student learning in both face to face and virtual setting. Coaches will share information learned at the monthly coaching workshops with administration and instructional staff at their school.

35. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention: Refresher Training

Program: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NCI)

Dates: 5/20/2025

This standard refresher training is for individuals who are currently certified in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) and are required to receive this annual 3-hour refresher training to maintain certification. *Act 48 hours are provided only for NCI trainings that are held at IU8 Offices. Due to guidelines established by the Crisis Prevention institute, Appalachia Intermediate Unit 8 is only able to train employees of school districts within the IU8 counties of Blair, Bedford, Cambria, and Somerset. - Participants must arrive on time, actively participate, stay for the entire session (no exceptions) & pass the written test. - Successfully demonstrate intervention skills - Certification may be withheld if the participant misses more than 10 minutes of instruction. (late, phone call, non-participation, etc...) - Dress casually / comfortably - Bring a pencil/pen - Wear comfortable, non-slip shoes (no sandals or open-toed shoes) - Trainings may be canceled due to low enrollment - Electronic devices / Computers are not needed for this training NOTE: In the event of inclement weather, registrants will be notified by email of any schedule changes.

36. JoltEDU Author Collaborative: Closing the Loop: Crafting Actionable Demonstrations of Learning with TalentLMS (By Invitation Only)

Program: Training & Consultation / Special Education

Dates: 6/3/2025

Learn how to develop meaningful tasks and assessments that allow learners to demonstrate their understanding in quick but practical, authentic ways. Explore how to incorporate supports and feedback for these tasks that drive improvement and reinforce key concepts. Walk away with a well-crafted task or assessment for your course in which learners will demonstrate they've met your learning outcome.

37. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention: Initial Training

Program: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NCI)

Dates: 6/11/2025 to 6/12/2025

This initial training is for individuals who have never been certified in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) or have allowed their certification to lapse beyond the expiration date shown on their most currently issued Blue Card(tm) (the card would have been provided at their last NCI Training). The training emphasizes early (verbal) intervention strategies for preventing and/or managing disruptive behavior. Disengagement and holding skills are also taught as a means to help manage safety. Transport techniques are included as well. After receiving this certification, the annual 3-hour Foundations of NCI Refresher Training is required to maintain certification. *Act 48 hours are provided only for NCI trainings that are held at IU8 Offices. Due to guidelines established by the Crisis Prevention institute, Appalachia Intermediate Unit 8 is only able to train employees of school districts within the IU8 counties of Blair, Bedford, Cambria, and Somerset. - Participants must arrive on time, actively participate, stay for the entire session (no exceptions) & pass the written test. - Successfully demonstrate intervention skills - Certification may be withheld if the participant misses more than 10 minutes of instruction. (late, phone call, non-participation, etc...) - Dress casually / comfortably - Bring a pencil/pen - Wear comfortable, non-slip shoes (no sandals or open-toed shoes) - For full-day trainings, lunch is on your own - Trainings may be canceled due to low enrollment - Electronic devices / Computers are not needed for in-person trainings NOTE: In the event of inclement weather, registrants will be notified by email of any schedule changes.

38. PASA DLM Training 2024-25 School Year

Program: Training & Consultation / Special Education

Dates: 6/11/2025

Required Training for all LEAs providing Standards-Aligned Instruction to students with Comprehensive Support Needs. Register for only ONE 3-hour session date from the options. A required asynchronous introductory training will be assigned to all registrants through Jolt Edu before their session date.

39. PASA DLM Training 2024-25 School Year

Program: Training & Consultation / Special Education

Dates: 6/11/2025

Required Training for all LEAs providing Standards-Aligned Instruction to students with Comprehensive Support Needs. Register for only ONE 3-hour session date from the options. A required asynchronous introductory training will be assigned to all registrants through Jolt Edu before their session date.

40. Maintenance & Retention Strategies

Program: Training & Consultation / Special Education

Dates: 6/16/2025

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Learn evidence-based, proven strategies to ensure students retrain what they have learned! K-12 appropriate. Presented by Dr. Paul Riccomini, PSU

41. Pattan Virtual Math Symposium

Program: Training & Consultation / Special Education

Dates: 6/17/2025 to 6/18/2025

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Leveraging the science of math instruction to inform school systems and teacher practice! K-12 appropriate. Hosted by Pattan-Presented by the leading voices in math education.

42. Nonviolent Crisis Intervention: Refresher Training

Program: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NCI)

Dates: 6/17/2025

This standard refresher training is for individuals who are currently certified in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) and are required to receive this annual 3-hour refresher training to maintain certification. *Act 48 hours are provided only for NCI trainings that are held at IU8 Offices. Due to guidelines established by the Crisis Prevention institute, Appalachia Intermediate Unit 8 is only able to train employees of school districts within the IU8 counties of Blair, Bedford, Cambria, and Somerset. - Participants must arrive on time, actively participate, stay for the entire session (no exceptions) & pass the written test. - Successfully demonstrate intervention skills - Certification may be withheld if the participant misses more than 10 minutes of instruction. (late, phone call, non-participation, etc...) - Dress casually / comfortably - Bring a pencil/pen - Wear comfortable, non-slip shoes (no sandals or open-toed shoes) - Trainings may be canceled due to low enrollment - Electronic devices / Computers are not needed for this training NOTE: In the event of inclement weather, registrants will be notified by email of any schedule changes.

43. Project-Based Learning "Project Slice" Workshop

Program: Curriculum & Instruction

Audience: School and District Leaders, Teachers, and Instructional Coaches

Dates: 6/18/2025

A Project Slice demonstrates what it's like to be a learner in Project Based Learning, by engaging participants in an immersive one-day PBL experience - a "slice" of a project. Lunch will be provided.

44. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention: Initial Training

Program: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NCI)

Dates: 7/16/2025 to 7/17/2025

This initial training is for individuals who have never been certified in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) or have allowed their certification to lapse beyond the expiration date shown on their most currently issued Blue Card(tm) (the card would have been provided at their last NCI Training). The training emphasizes early (verbal) intervention strategies for preventing and/or managing disruptive behavior. Disengagement and holding skills are also taught as a means to help manage safety. Transport techniques are included as well. After receiving this certification, the annual 3-hour Foundations of NCI Refresher Training is required to maintain certification. *Act 48 hours are provided only for NCI trainings that are held at IU8 Offices. Due to guidelines established by the Crisis Prevention institute, Appalachia Intermediate Unit 8 is only able to train employees of school districts within the IU8 counties of Blair, Bedford, Cambria, and Somerset. - Participants must arrive on time, actively participate, stay for the entire session (no exceptions) & pass the written test. - Successfully demonstrate intervention skills - Certification may be withheld if the participant misses more than 10 minutes of instruction. (late, phone call, non-participation, etc...) - Dress casually / comfortably - Bring a pencil/pen - Wear comfortable, non-slip shoes (no sandals or open-toed shoes) - For full-day trainings, lunch is on your own - Trainings may be canceled due to low enrollment - Electronic devices / Computers are not needed for in-person trainings NOTE: In the event of inclement weather, registrants will be notified by email of any schedule changes.

45. PASA DLM Training 2024-25 School Year

Program: Training & Consultation / Special Education

Dates: 7/16/2025

Required Training for all LEAs providing Standards-Aligned Instruction to students with Comprehensive Support Needs. Register for only ONE 3-hour session date from the options. A required asynchronous introductory training will be assigned to all registrants through Jolt Edu before their session date.

46. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention: Refresher Training

Program: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NCI)

Dates: 7/23/2025

This standard refresher training is for individuals who are currently certified in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) and are required to receive this annual 3-hour refresher training to maintain certification. *Act 48 hours are provided only for NCI trainings that are held at IU8 Offices.
Due to guidelines established by the Crisis Prevention institute, Appalachia Intermediate Unit 8 is only able to train employees of school districts within the IU8 counties of Blair, Bedford, Cambria, and Somerset. - Participants must arrive on time, actively participate, stay for the entire session (no exceptions) & pass the written test. - Successfully demonstrate intervention skills - Certification may be withheld if the participant misses more than 10 minutes of instruction. (late, phone call, non-participation, etc...) - Dress casually / comfortably - Bring a pencil/pen - Wear comfortable, non-slip shoes (no sandals or open-toed shoes) - Trainings may be canceled due to low enrollment - Electronic devices / Computers are not needed for this training NOTE: In the event of inclement weather, registrants will be notified by email of any schedule changes.

47. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention: Refresher Training

Program: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NCI)

Dates: 8/5/2025

This standard refresher training is for individuals who are currently certified in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) and are required to receive this annual 3-hour refresher training to maintain certification. *Act 48 hours are provided only for NCI trainings that are held at IU8 Offices.
Due to guidelines established by the Crisis Prevention institute, Appalachia Intermediate Unit 8 is only able to train employees of school districts within the IU8 counties of Blair, Bedford, Cambria, and Somerset. - Participants must arrive on time, actively participate, stay for the entire session (no exceptions) & pass the written test. - Successfully demonstrate intervention skills - Certification may be withheld if the participant misses more than 10 minutes of instruction. (late, phone call, non-participation, etc...) - Dress casually / comfortably - Bring a pencil/pen - Wear comfortable, non-slip shoes (no sandals or open-toed shoes) - Trainings may be canceled due to low enrollment - Electronic devices / Computers are not needed for this training NOTE: In the event of inclement weather, registrants will be notified by email of any schedule changes.

48. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention: Initial Training

Program: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NCI)

Dates: 8/11/2025 to 8/12/2025

This initial training is for individuals who have never been certified in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) or have allowed their certification to lapse beyond the expiration date shown on their most currently issued Blue Card(tm) (the card would have been provided at their last NCI Training). The training emphasizes early (verbal) intervention strategies for preventing and/or managing disruptive behavior. Disengagement and holding skills are also taught as a means to help manage safety. Transport techniques are included as well. After receiving this certification, the annual 3-hour Foundations of NCI Refresher Training is required to maintain certification. *Act 48 hours are provided only for NCI trainings that are held at IU8 Offices. Due to guidelines established by the Crisis Prevention institute, Appalachia Intermediate Unit 8 is only able to train employees of school districts within the IU8 counties of Blair, Bedford, Cambria, and Somerset. - Participants must arrive on time, actively participate, stay for the entire session (no exceptions) & pass the written test. - Successfully demonstrate intervention skills - Certification may be withheld if the participant misses more than 10 minutes of instruction. (late, phone call, non-participation, etc...) - Dress casually / comfortably - Bring a pencil/pen - Wear comfortable, non-slip shoes (no sandals or open-toed shoes) - For full-day trainings, lunch is on your own - Trainings may be canceled due to low enrollment - Electronic devices / Computers are not needed for in-person trainings NOTE: In the event of inclement weather, registrants will be notified by email of any schedule changes.

49. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention: Refresher Training

Program: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NCI)

Dates: 9/15/2025

This standard refresher training is for individuals who are currently certified in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) and are required to receive this annual 3-hour refresher training to maintain certification. *Act 48 hours are provided only for NCI trainings that are held at IU8 Offices.
Due to guidelines established by the Crisis Prevention institute, Appalachia Intermediate Unit 8 is only able to train employees of school districts within the IU8 counties of Blair, Bedford, Cambria, and Somerset. - Participants must arrive on time, actively participate, stay for the entire session (no exceptions) & pass the written test. - Successfully demonstrate intervention skills - Certification may be withheld if the participant misses more than 10 minutes of instruction. (late, phone call, non-participation, etc... - Dress casually / comfortably - Bring a pencil/pen - Wear comfortable, non-slip shoes (no sandals or open-toed shoes) - Trainings may be canceled due to low enrollment - Electronic devices / Computers are not needed for this training NOTE: In the event of inclement weather, registrants will be notified by email of any schedule changes.

50. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention: Initial Training

Program: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NCI)

Dates: 9/24/2025 to 9/25/2025

This initial training is for individuals who have never been certified in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) or have allowed their certification to lapse beyond the expiration date shown on their most currently issued Blue Card(tm) (the card would have been provided at their last NCI Training). The training emphasizes early (verbal) intervention strategies for preventing and/or managing disruptive behavior. Disengagement and holding skills are also taught as a means to help manage safety. Transport techniques are included as well. After receiving this certification, the annual 3-hour Foundations of NCI Refresher Training is required to maintain certification. *Act 48 hours are provided only for NCI trainings that are held at IU8 Offices. Due to guidelines established by the Crisis Prevention institute, Appalachia Intermediate Unit 8 is only able to train employees of school districts within the IU8 counties of Blair, Bedford, Cambria, and Somerset. - Participants must arrive on time, actively participate, stay for the entire session (no exceptions) & pass the written test. - Successfully demonstrate intervention skills - Certification may be withheld if the participant misses more than 10 minutes of instruction. (late, phone call, non-participation, etc...) - Dress casually / comfortably - Bring a pencil/pen - Wear comfortable, non-slip shoes (no sandals or open-toed shoes) - For full-day trainings, lunch is on your own - Trainings may be canceled due to low enrollment - Electronic devices / Computers are not needed for in-person trainings NOTE: In the event of inclement weather, registrants will be notified by email of any schedule changes.

51. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention: Initial Training

Program: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NCI)

Dates: 10/14/2025 to 10/15/2025

This initial training is for individuals who have never been certified in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) or have allowed their certification to lapse beyond the expiration date shown on their most currently issued Blue Card(tm) (the card would have been provided at their last NCI Training). The training emphasizes early (verbal) intervention strategies for preventing and/or managing disruptive behavior. Disengagement and holding skills are also taught as a means to help manage safety. Transport techniques are included as well. After receiving this certification, the annual 3-hour Foundations of NCI Refresher Training is required to maintain certification. *Act 48 hours are provided only for NCI trainings that are held at IU8 Offices. Due to guidelines established by the Crisis Prevention institute, Appalachia Intermediate Unit 8 is only able to train employees of school districts within the IU8 counties of Blair, Bedford, Cambria, and Somerset. - Participants must arrive on time, actively participate, stay for the entire session (no exceptions) & pass the written test. - Successfully demonstrate intervention skills - Certification may be withheld if the participant misses more than 10 minutes of instruction. (late, phone call, non-participation, etc...) - Dress casually / comfortably - Bring a pencil/pen - Wear comfortable, non-slip shoes (no sandals or open-toed shoes) - For full-day trainings, lunch is on your own - Trainings may be canceled due to low enrollment - Electronic devices / Computers are not needed for in-person trainings NOTE: In the event of inclement weather, registrants will be notified by email of any schedule changes.

52. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention: Refresher Training

Program: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NCI)

Dates: 11/5/2025

This standard refresher training is for individuals who are currently certified in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) and are required to receive this annual 3-hour refresher training to maintain certification. *Act 48 hours are provided only for NCI trainings that are held at IU8 Offices. Due to guidelines established by the Crisis Prevention institute, Appalachia Intermediate Unit 8 is only able to train employees of school districts within the IU8 counties of Blair, Bedford, Cambria, and Somerset. - Participants must arrive on time, actively participate, stay for the entire session (no exceptions) & pass the written test. - Successfully demonstrate intervention skills - Certification may be withheld if the participant misses more than 10 minutes of instruction. (late, phone call, non-participation, etc...) - Dress casually / comfortably - Bring a pencil/pen - Wear comfortable, non-slip shoes (no sandals or open-toed shoes) - Trainings may be canceled due to low enrollment - Electronic devices / Computers are not needed for this training NOTE: In the event of inclement weather, registrants will be notified by email of any schedule changes.

53. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention: Initial Training

Program: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NCI)

Dates: 12/3/2025 to 12/4/2025

This initial training is for individuals who have never been certified in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) or have allowed their certification to lapse beyond the expiration date shown on their most currently issued Blue Card(tm) (the card would have been provided at their last NCI Training). The training emphasizes early (verbal) intervention strategies for preventing and/or managing disruptive behavior. Disengagement and holding skills are also taught as a means to help manage safety. Transport techniques are included as well. After receiving this certification, the annual 3-hour Foundations of NCI Refresher Training is required to maintain certification. *Act 48 hours are provided only for NCI trainings that are held at IU8 Offices. Due to guidelines established by the Crisis Prevention institute, Appalachia Intermediate Unit 8 is only able to train employees of school districts within the IU8 counties of Blair, Bedford, Cambria, and Somerset. - Participants must arrive on time, actively participate, stay for the entire session (no exceptions) & pass the written test. - Successfully demonstrate intervention skills - Certification may be withheld if the participant misses more than 10 minutes of instruction. (late, phone call, non-participation, etc...) - Dress casually / comfortably - Bring a pencil/pen - Wear comfortable, non-slip shoes (no sandals or open-toed shoes) - For full-day trainings, lunch is on your own - Trainings may be canceled due to low enrollment - Electronic devices / Computers are not needed for in-person trainings NOTE: In the event of inclement weather, registrants will be notified by email of any schedule changes.

54. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention: Refresher Training

Program: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NCI)

Dates: 1/15/2026

This standard refresher training is for individuals who are currently certified in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) and are required to receive this annual 3-hour refresher training to maintain certification. *Act 48 hours are provided only for NCI trainings that are held at IU8 Offices.
Due to guidelines established by the Crisis Prevention institute, Appalachia Intermediate Unit 8 is only able to train employees of school districts within the IU8 counties of Blair, Bedford, Cambria, and Somerset. - Participants must arrive on time, actively participate, stay for the entire session (no exceptions) & pass the written test. - Successfully demonstrate intervention skills - Certification may be withheld if the participant misses more than 10 minutes of instruction. (late, phone call, non-participation, etc...) - Dress casually / comfortably - Bring a pencil/pen - Wear comfortable, non-slip shoes (no sandals or open-toed shoes) - Trainings may be canceled due to low enrollment - Electronic devices / Computers are not needed for this training NOTE: In the event of inclement weather, registrants will be notified by email of any schedule changes.

55. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention: Initial Training

Program: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NCI)

Dates: 2/4/2026 to 2/5/2026

This initial training is for individuals who have never been certified in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) or have allowed their certification to lapse beyond the expiration date shown on their most currently issued Blue Card(tm) (the card would have been provided at their last NCI Training). The training emphasizes early (verbal) intervention strategies for preventing and/or managing disruptive behavior. Disengagement and holding skills are also taught as a means to help manage safety. Transport techniques are included as well. After receiving this certification, the annual 3-hour Foundations of NCI Refresher Training is required to maintain certification. *Act 48 hours are provided only for NCI trainings that are held at IU8 Offices. Due to guidelines established by the Crisis Prevention institute, Appalachia Intermediate Unit 8 is only able to train employees of school districts within the IU8 counties of Blair, Bedford, Cambria, and Somerset. - Participants must arrive on time, actively participate, stay for the entire session (no exceptions) & pass the written test. - Successfully demonstrate intervention skills - Certification may be withheld if the participant misses more than 10 minutes of instruction. (late, phone call, non-participation, etc...) - Dress casually / comfortably - Bring a pencil/pen - Wear comfortable, non-slip shoes (no sandals or open-toed shoes) - For full-day trainings, lunch is on your own - Trainings may be canceled due to low enrollment - Electronic devices / Computers are not needed for in-person trainings NOTE: In the event of inclement weather, registrants will be notified by email of any schedule changes.

56. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention: Refresher Training

Program: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NCI)

Dates: 3/5/2026

This standard refresher training is for individuals who are currently certified in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) and are required to receive this annual 3-hour refresher training to maintain certification. *Act 48 hours are provided only for NCI trainings that are held at IU8 Offices. Due to guidelines established by the Crisis Prevention institute, Appalachia Intermediate Unit 8 is only able to train employees of school districts within the IU8 counties of Blair, Bedford, Cambria, and Somerset. - Participants must arrive on time, actively participate, stay for the entire session (no exceptions) & pass the written test. - Successfully demonstrate intervention skills - Certification may be withheld if the participant misses more than 10 minutes of instruction. (late, phone call, non-participation, etc...) - Dress casually / comfortably - Bring a pencil/pen - Wear comfortable, non-slip shoes (no sandals or open-toed shoes) - Trainings may be canceled due to low enrollment - Electronic devices / Computers are not needed for this training NOTE: In the event of inclement weather, registrants will be notified by email of any schedule changes.

57. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention: Initial Training

Program: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NCI)

Dates: 4/1/2026 to 4/2/2026

This initial training is for individuals who have never been certified in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) or have allowed their certification to lapse beyond the expiration date shown on their most currently issued Blue Card(tm) (the card would have been provided at their last NCI Training). The training emphasizes early (verbal) intervention strategies for preventing and/or managing disruptive behavior. Disengagement and holding skills are also taught as a means to help manage safety. Transport techniques are included as well. After receiving this certification, the annual 3-hour Foundations of NCI Refresher Training is required to maintain certification. *Act 48 hours are provided only for NCI trainings that are held at IU8 Offices. Due to guidelines established by the Crisis Prevention institute, Appalachia Intermediate Unit 8 is only able to train employees of school districts within the IU8 counties of Blair, Bedford, Cambria, and Somerset. - Participants must arrive on time, actively participate, stay for the entire session (no exceptions) & pass the written test. - Successfully demonstrate intervention skills - Certification may be withheld if the participant misses more than 10 minutes of instruction. (late, phone call, non-participation, etc...) - Dress casually / comfortably - Bring a pencil/pen - Wear comfortable, non-slip shoes (no sandals or open-toed shoes) - For full-day trainings, lunch is on your own - Trainings may be canceled due to low enrollment - Electronic devices / Computers are not needed for in-person trainings NOTE: In the event of inclement weather, registrants will be notified by email of any schedule changes.

58. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention: Refresher Training

Program: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NCI)

Dates: 4/28/2026

This standard refresher training is for individuals who are currently certified in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) and are required to receive this annual 3-hour refresher training to maintain certification. *Act 48 hours are provided only for NCI trainings that are held at IU8 Offices. Due to guidelines established by the Crisis Prevention institute, Appalachia Intermediate Unit 8 is only able to train employees of school districts within the IU8 counties of Blair, Bedford, Cambria, and Somerset. - Participants must arrive on time, actively participate, stay for the entire session (no exceptions) & pass the written test. - Successfully demonstrate intervention skills - Certification may be withheld if the participant misses more than 10 minutes of instruction. (late, phone call, non-participation, etc...) - Dress casually / comfortably - Bring a pencil/pen - Wear comfortable, non-slip shoes (no sandals or open-toed shoes) - Trainings may be canceled due to low enrollment - Electronic devices / Computers are not needed for this training NOTE: In the event of inclement weather, registrants will be notified by email of any schedule changes

59. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention: Initial Training

Program: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NCI)

Dates: 6/2/2026 to 6/3/2026

This initial training is for individuals who have never been certified in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) or have allowed their certification to lapse beyond the expiration date shown on their most currently issued Blue Card(tm) (the card would have been provided at their last NCI Training). The training emphasizes early (verbal) intervention strategies for preventing and/or managing disruptive behavior. Disengagement and holding skills are also taught as a means to help manage safety. Transport techniques are included as well. After receiving this certification, the annual 3-hour Foundations of NCI Refresher Training is required to maintain certification. *Act 48 hours are provided only for NCI trainings that are held at IU8 Offices. Due to guidelines established by the Crisis Prevention institute, Appalachia Intermediate Unit 8 is only able to train employees of school districts within the IU8 counties of Blair, Bedford, Cambria, and Somerset. - Participants must arrive on time, actively participate, stay for the entire session (no exceptions) & pass the written test. - Successfully demonstrate intervention skills - Certification may be withheld if the participant misses more than 10 minutes of instruction. (late, phone call, non-participation, etc...) - Dress casually / comfortably - Bring a pencil/pen - Wear comfortable, non-slip shoes (no sandals or open-toed shoes) - For full-day trainings, lunch is on your own - Trainings may be canceled due to low enrollment - Electronic devices / Computers are not needed for in-person trainings NOTE: In the event of inclement weather, registrants will be notified by email of any schedule changes.

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