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1. Empowering Teachers: Differentiated Instruction and Universal Design for Learning - Assumption B.V.M

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 5/24/2023

Meeting Times: 5/24/23, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

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During this workshop, participants will explore the practices of differentiated instruction, which emphasizes the importance of tailoring teaching methods, content, and assessment to accommodate the unique learning styles, abilities, and interests of individual students. Participants will delve into the concept of Universal Design for Learning (UDL), a framework that emphasizes inclusive instructional practices by proactively addressing the learning barriers that students may encounter. Through UDL, teachers can create accessible and engaging learning experiences that remove barriers, provide multiple means of representation, engagement, and expression, and foster a supportive and inclusive classroom culture.
  • Max Class Size: 25

2. EbD Training (Engineering By Design)

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 6/1/2023

Meeting Times: June 1, 2023, 9:00am - 12:00pm

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Participants will learn how to provide flexible K-12 curriculum solutions for STEM and technology/engineering programs that promote STEM literacy for all students. EbD is designed to encourage collaboration, boost creativity and assist in solving real-world problems.
  • Max Class Size: 30

3. Making an Impact: Building Positive Relationships with Your Students

Program: CPE Credit Courses

Dates: 6/1/2023 to 6/28/2023

Meeting Times: Online. Self-paced course. Complete modules by due dates.

Online Course
3 CPE Credits
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Making an Impact: Building Positive Relationships with Your Students" is designed for teachers K-12 to become familiar with different ways to create healthy student/teacher relationships through effective communication. Strong and healthy relationships can promote better student learning and increase their overall performance. This course will focus on how to communicate effectively, how to provide a friendly, successful, and productive learning environment, using your words to influence, effective questioning techniques, how to motivate students and give them a desire to learn, to ensure the right climate for learning, become more aware of your verbal and non-verbal cues, using your voice effectively, and most importantly to engage your students so they look forward to your classroom and want to work for you. It is extremely important that students want to listen to you. A bond between a teacher and student can go beyond the classroom and last a lifetime.

Required Text The text will include the e-book "Effective Classroom Communication Pocketbook" by Richard Churches, to help further our understanding of the importance of student/teacher relationships. This can be purchased through Google Play, or at ebooks.com and vitalsource.com for 9.99 - 12.99.

Note: Graduate credit for this course is available through Immaculata University. Participants that choose the graduate credit option will also receive 3 CPE Credits.
  • Max Class Size: 10

4. Structured Literacy Train the Trainer

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 6/1/2023 to 6/2/2023

Meeting Times: Thursday, June 1, 8:30am-3:30pm and Friday, June 2, 8:30am-3:30pm

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This Structured Literacy Train the Trainer session will provide district literacy leaders with the materials and knowledge to deliver a three hour Overview of Structured Literacy training that meets PDE's structured literacy training requirements. Participants will leave with a slide deck that can be customized for district use, activities that accompany the training, and materials that can be used for specific populations of teachers (ELD teachers, special education teachers, etc.)

This workshop is open ONLY to Chester County educators who are responsible for providing professional learning related to Chapter 49 and structured literacy in their districts.
  • Max Class Size: 75

5. Anxiety and Stress: Teacher and Student Wellness

Program: CPE Credit Courses

Dates: 6/2/2023 to 6/30/2023

Meeting Times: Online. Self-paced course. Complete modules by due dates.

Online Course
3 CPE Credits
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Anxiety & Stress: Teacher and Student Wellness is a course that guides participants in developing and implementing classroom strategies that cultivate teacher and student well-being. The ways in which teachers and students react to anxiety and stress will determine the growth (or lack thereof) and experiences in the classroom each day. Mental health is of great concern in the classroom (and the world) as educational, financial, social, mental and emotional pressures can seem overwhelming at times. Teacher and student well-being must first be addressed before teaching and learning can take place. Participants will explore curricula for how to best deal with their students anxiety and stress in the classroom. Participants will also explore scientific research, best practices and the holistic education of the mind and body that we strive to provide our 21st century students. Both teacher and student must maintain a level of self-care and awareness in order to make great academic and personal strides. Participants will develop an action plan to acknowledge and address anxiety and stressors in the classroom so that calmness, awareness, insightfulness and presence are established and academic goals can be met.

Required Text: Participants will need to purchase the interactive textbook (digital or paper) titled Stress Management for Teachers A ProActive Guide by Herman and Reinke, ISBN-13: 978-1462517985

Note: PA Licensed nurses will receive certificates for CEUs. Please identify your job title as School Nurse in order to receive your certificate.

Graduate Credit: Graduate credit for this course is available through Immaculata University. Participants that choose the graduate credit option will also receive 3 CPE Credits.
  • Max Class Size: 10

6. Demystifying Data-Science in K-12 Instruction

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 6/6/2023

Meeting Times: Tuesday, June 6, 2023 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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In today's world, the ability to understand and effectively utilize data is crucial for students to excel both academically and professionally. Artificial Intelligence programs, like ChatGPT, make it easier than ever to combine information from various sources requiring us to implement digital literacy skills earlier and more fluidly throughout our curricula.

Mahmoud Harding from Data Science 4 Everyone will enlighten us on the significance of implementing a data science framework in preparing students for their future careers. This process entails teaching them to think critically, approach real-world problems from various perspectives, and remain adaptable. The aim of this interactive session is to establish a firm foundation of data science knowledge and exhibit its practicality as an approach across different K-12 subjects and grade levels.

This will be recorded and those who register will receive a copy of the recording.
  • Max Class Size: 100

7. STEM & CS Network Meeting

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: K-12 educators, instructional coaches, specialists, special educators, building and district administrators.

Dates: 6/6/2023

Meeting Times: 6/6; 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Location: Zoom - https://cciu.zoom.us/my/vennerryan

In this professional learning network, educational teachers and leaders will come together to connect STEM and computer science learning with peer networking. You are the critical leaders needed to help support innovative teaching practices in your local communities in all learning environments. During our meetings, we will discuss challenges that impact teaching and learning in an effort to grow instructional practices that increase student achievement. We will support each other to break down barriers to growth through sharing resources, scaling innovation, and collaborating across disciplines. We will share and demonstrate tools and techniques to bring meaningful, real-world challenges into the classroom.

Meeting will be held via Zoom - https://cciu.zoom.us/my/vennerryan

Note: During this professional learning activity, we may record portions of the learning experiences to showcase and market programs and services. If you have any objections to this, please communicate with the lead facilitator. Thank you.

#CCIUinnovates
#CCIUSTEM
#STEM2223
  • Max Class Size: 15

8. TESD LETRS Module 1- The Challenge of Learning to Read (BY INVITATION ONLY)

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 6/6/2023

Meeting Times: 6/6/2023, 8:00am - 3:30pm

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**BY INVITATION ONLY**

This session on LETRS Module 1, The Challenge of Learning to Read, is for Tredyffrin Easttown School District employees ONLY, who have been invited by their supervisor.
  • Max Class Size: 12

9. TESD LETRS Module 4- Vocabulary (BY INVITATION ONLY)

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 6/6/2023

Meeting Times: 6/6/2023, 8:00am - 3:30pm

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**BY INVITATION ONLY** This session on LETRS Module 4, Vocabulary, is for Tredyffrin Easttown School District employees ONLY, who have been invited by their supervisor.
  • Max Class Size: 12

10. English Learner Expo | Fostering Connections

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Educators of EL Students

Dates: 6/7/2023

Meeting Times: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Location: 302

Join us for the English Learner Expo where we will focus on fostering connections for Immigrant and Refugee Success. We strongly encourage LEAs to send teams to share in the learning.

This full day of professional learning will provide participants with the opportunity to engage with experts in the field and explore community organizations and curriculum resources.

Highlights
- Makaya Revell: the founder of the Maria Mambu Makaya Foundation, shares his extraordinary refugee story.
- Dr. Andrea G. Kolb: Vice President and Chief Education Officer at WITF, discusses using an asset-based approach to address the needs of English Learners.
- Kirsten DeRoche and Marie Ronneburger, PaTTAN will share how cultural navigators can support culturally and linguistically diverse students and their families.
- Expo Showcase: Community Organizations and Curriculum Vendors share their resources that support English Learners and their families.

Best for teams of teachers, EL coordinators, Curriculum Directors, Pupil Services Directors, building administrators, school counselors and all staff who touch the lives of English learners and their families.


After May 15, 2023, the full fee will be assessed for dropped enrollments or no-shows.



#EL #EnglishLearners
  • Max Class Size: 132

11. PIMS Fundamentals

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 6/7/2023 to 6/8/2023

Meeting Times: 8am to 4pm, 30 minutes for lunch

The PIMS Fundamentals course will assist new PIMS Administrators in getting started on their PIMS journey. The course provides participants with an introduction to PIMS, an explanation of the PIMS manuals and calendars, uploading data to PIMS, PIMS Resources, PASecureID, PIMS Reports V2, Submitting ACSs, and Excel file guidance.

This course includes two days of classroom instruction and one day of customized coaching. Classroom instruction includes interactive presentations, hands-on activities, and group discussions. Coaching includes 1-to-1 support with your LEAs PIMS data and Student Information System. Coaching can be broken down into three 2.5-hour sessions or five 1.5-hour sessions scheduled at your convenience. Coaching hours must be used within 90 days of classroom instruction.


#Fundamentals
#PIMS
  • Max Class Size: 5

12. Teaching Media Literacy in the 21st Century Classroom

Program: CPE Credit Courses

Dates: 6/12/2023 to 7/22/2023

Meeting Times: Online

Students are exposed to a variety of media throughout the day. Media is an influential force in the lives of students. Television, radio, computers, internet, social media, streaming, video games and smartphones are just a few examples of the media that students interact with daily. However, when it comes to being able to recognize real news versus a fake news article that might appear on their feed, the majority of students cannot tell the difference. Educators have a responsibility to teach students how to critically engage with mass media. In order to be an informed citizen, students must know how to access, analyze, evaluate, create and act using all forms of media. It is imperative that students possess these skills so that they can make informed decisions as adults. During this three-credit online course, participants will come to understand what media literacy skills are, their importance in the classroom, how to integrate media literacy skills and design lessons and activities that will help students to become media literate.

Note: Graduate credit for this course is available through Immaculata University. Participants that choose the graduate credit option will also receive 3 CPE Credits.
  • Max Class Size: 10

13. Pre-ISTE Meet-up: Getting the Most out of ISTE Live 2023

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 6/13/2023

Meeting Times: Tuesday, June 13, 2023; 4:00pm-5:00pm via Zoom

Join us to meet other regional educators attending ISTE Live 2023 in Philadelphia this Summer. Participants will hear from veteran ISTE attendees and ISTE committee members to learn tips and tricks of navigating the event to get the most out of it. Participants will also get to network with others that will be attending.
  • Max Class Size: 100

14. Science Council and Elementary Vendor Presentations

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 6/13/2023

Meeting Times: 6/13/23, 8:00am - 3:00pm

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The end of year face-to-face meeting of the Science Council. The afternoon will include elementary curriculum presentations from vendors.

Discovery Education will provide lunch.
  • Max Class Size: 30

15. PREPaRE Model, Workshop 1, Third Edition,Crisis Prevention and Preparedness: Comprehensive School Safety Planning

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: See description

Dates: 6/14/2023

Meeting Times: Wednesday, June 14, 2023, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm

The PREPaRE Model, developed and endorsed by the National Association of School Psychologists, provides school-based mental health professionals and other educational professionals with crucial training aimed at helping educators understand how to best perform their roles and responsibilities on school safety and crisis teams. This comprehensive training curriculum was developed by experienced, school-based professionals to ensure that school teams are equipped with the foundational knowledge necessary to successfully prevent and respond to any crisis.

Workshop one This workshop provides a broad overview of the school crisis team's roles and responsibilities, with a special emphasis on crisis prevention and preparedness.

Beneficial for School crisis team members. Typical attendees include school-based mental health professionals, administrators and security professionals.

There is mandatory pre-work for this workshop that will require one hour to complete. You will receive an email to complete this.

Cancellation/No Show Policy: Full fee if dropped after May 19, 2023 or no show day of event.

#Crisis
  • Max Class Size: 30

16. There is an App For That - Integrating iPads into the Classroom

Program: CPE Credit Courses

Dates: 6/19/2023 to 7/29/2023

Meeting Times: Online

Online Course
3 CPE Credits
It is imperative that teachers integrate technology into the classroom. When using technology, students are more engaged. Engaging students in the learning process increases their attention and focus, motivates them to practice higher-level critical thinking skills and promotes meaningful learning experiences.

In this three-credit online course, participants will identify the unique needs that the 21st-century student brings to the classroom, explore apps that align with Blooms Digital Taxonomy, learn how to effectively integrate the use of iPads into the classroom according to best practices and discover a plethora of apps that are available. By the conclusion of the course, participants will have not only a collection of apps and lessons that they created for their classroom but also the confidence to use the iPad effectively.

Note: Graduate credit for this course is available through Immaculata University. Participants that choose the graduate credit option will also receive 3 CPE Credits.
  • Max Class Size: 10

17. STEELS Elementary Admin Workshop

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 6/20/2023

Meeting Times: Tuesday, June 20, 9:00am - 3:00pm

An overview workshop for administrators looking to deepen their understanding of Pennsylvania's new STEELS (Science, Technology, Engineering, Environmental Literacy & Sustainability) standards.
  • Max Class Size: 30

18. Child Accounting Fundamentals

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 6/21/2023 to 6/22/2023

Meeting Times: 8am to 4pm, 30 minutes for lunch

The Child Accounting Fundamentals course will train new Child Accounting staff on specific Child Accounting collection information and tasks. The course covers outplaced students, verifying 1305/1306 students' documentation, reviewing policies and procedures related to Child Accounting and registration, 4605s, homelessness, and guardianship affidavits. The course also prepares participants to upload files into PIMS.

This course includes two days of classroom instruction and one day of customized coaching. Classroom instruction includes interactive presentations, hands-on activities, and group discussions. Coaching includes 1-to-1 support with your LEAs PIMS data and Student Information System. Coaching can be broken down into three 2.5-hour sessions or five 1.5-hour sessions scheduled at your convenience. Coaching hours must be used within 90 days of classroom instruction.


#Fundamentals
#PIMS
  • Max Class Size: 5

19. Restorative Practices for Educators

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 6/21/2023 to 6/23/2023

Meeting Times: 6/21/23 and 6/23/23 from 8:30am - 3:00pm

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During this two-day introductory experience, you will learn the fundamental theory and practices for engaging with students, staff, and parents in your school setting.

Topics include the importance of being explicit about practice, how to set high expectations while being supportive, and ways to build community in your setting. We will discuss giving direct feedback and asking questions that foster accountability, as well as utilizing effective methods to resolve common conflicts.

You will learn to apply the restorative practices continuum, understanding which restorative processes are best for achieving certain goals or responding to particular situations. We will focus specifically on facilitating circles, an essential process for creating a positive learning environment and school culture. Circles can be used both proactively and responsively to build social capital, sustain relationships, address social problems, and respond when harm occurs. Participants will spend time planning circles to use in their schools immediately.
  • Max Class Size: 20

20. STEELS Secondary Admin Workshop

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 6/21/2023

Meeting Times: Wednesday, June 21, 9:00am - 3:00pm

An overview workshop for administrators looking to deepen their understanding of Pennsylvania's new STEELS (Science, Technology, Engineering, Environmental Literacy & Sustainability) standards.
  • Max Class Size: 30

21. New Building Administrators Meet and Greet

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 6/26/2023

Meeting Times: June 26, 2023. 8:30-3:00

This event will provide building leaders with practical strategies to address the daily responsibilities of a building administrator leveraging established mentors in the field. Participants will gain a better understanding of the PA Inspired Leadership program and establish a network of peers that can provide ongoing professional support and growth.
  • Max Class Size: 50

22. Project-Based & Challenge-Based Learning for Educators

Program: CPE Credit Courses

Dates: 6/26/2023 to 8/5/2023

Meeting Times: Online

Online Course
3 CPE Credits
In order to keep pace with the changing world, teachers need to infuse 21st-century skills into their classrooms. The students of today need to be prepared to enter a world that requires them to be able to think critically, create, communicate and collaborate to solve meaningful problems. Problem-Based Learning and Challenge-Based Learning are two instructional strategies that can accomplish these goals. In this three-credit online course, through a series of lessons, videos, and various other activities, participants will learn the basic pedagogy, benefits and framework of Project-Based Learning and Challenged-Based Learning.

Note: Graduate credit for this course is available through Immaculata University. Participants that choose the graduate credit option will also receive 3 CPE Credits.
  • Max Class Size: 20

23. Digital Literacy for Educators

Program: CPE Credit Courses

Dates: 7/3/2023 to 8/12/2023

Meeting Times: Online

Online Course
3 CPE Credits
Students today are known as the "Touch-Screen Generation." These students do not know of a time when computers did not exist. They are immersed in technology and most cannot be parted from their smartphones. They know how to tweet and post images but are they digitally literate? Can they analyze and interpret the information they acquired from a Google search? Can they use digital tools appropriately?

In this three-credit online course, participants will explore the skills necessary to be a digitally literate teacher and the role they play in creating and supporting digitally literate students. By the conclusion of the course, participants will not only have a collection of activities and lessons that they created but also the confidence to use these Digital Tools and resources effectively.

Note: Graduate credit for this course is available through Immaculata University. Participants that choose the graduate credit option will also receive 3 CPE Credits.
  • Max Class Size: 10

24. The Art of Civic Discourse: Using Debate Strategies to Create Meaningful Discussion in the Classroom

Program: CPE Credit Courses

Dates: 7/3/2023 to 7/31/2023

Meeting Times: online course, participant works on their own time.

Online Course
3 CPE Credits
In an increasingly divided world, the need for civil and open discourse is more apparent than ever. It is critically important that students learn how to meaningfully engage while learning how to analyze different perspectives and respectfully respond to dissenting opinions; however, it can be challenging for teachers to do so in a way that preserves a classroom space that remains safe and productive for all.

This four week course aims to help educators create more meaningful conversations by utilizing the tools typically found when preparing for competitive debate. While this course will review the theory and application of each topic within the world of debate, the primary focus is to identify specific strategies that can be used within a variety of classroom settings.

At the end of this course, participants will have a toolbox that they can use when unpacking complex, nuanced and (often) politically charged topics within the classroom. In addition, this course will review strategies for how teachers can build strategies for unpacking bias, exploring identity, and creating authentic engagement opportunities for students.

Note: Graduate credit for this course is available through Immaculata University. Participants that choose the graduate credit option will also receive 3 CPE Credits.
  • Max Class Size: 10

25. Beat The Bullying: A Look into Prevention and Intervention

Program: CPE Credit Courses

Dates: 7/5/2023 to 7/31/2023

Meeting Times: Online. Self-paced course. Complete modules by due dates.

Online Course
3 CPE Credits
Beat The Bullying is an online course that will journey through the ongoing issue of bullying in classrooms. It will take an in depth look into the prevention of this growing problem, where teachers can learn many techniques to have a peaceful learning environment. We will analyze successful classroom crafts, projects, surveys, and books that have contributed to the decline of bullying in the classroom. We will also investigate many bullying programs that school districts currently use and evaluate their effectiveness. This course will also analyze intervention techniques to help with current bullies in the classroom. Teachers will analyze state legislation and policies on bullying as well as litigation and legal issues for all school personnel. Participants will establish a classroom Bullying Action Plan based on their grade level, in order to create a peaceful and successful learning environment, where students work together as one with self-confidence and respect for one another.

Required Text Participants must purchase the book "Bullying Prevention and Intervention: Realistic Strategies for Schools" by Susan M. Swearer, Dorothy L. Espelage and Scott A. Napolitano.

Note: Graduate credit for this course is available through Immaculata University. Participants that choose the graduate credit option will also receive 3 CPE Credits.
  • Max Class Size: 10

26. PREPaRE Model, Workshop 1, Third Edition,Crisis Prevention and Preparedness: Comprehensive School Safety Planning

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: See description

Dates: 7/6/2023

Meeting Times: Thursday, July 6, 2023, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm

New
The PREPaRE Model, developed and endorsed by the National Association of School Psychologists, provides school-based mental health professionals and other educational professionals with crucial training aimed at helping educators understand how to best perform their roles and responsibilities on school safety and crisis teams. This comprehensive training curriculum was developed by experienced, school-based professionals to ensure that school teams are equipped with the foundational knowledge necessary to successfully prevent and respond to any crisis.

Workshop one This workshop provides a broad overview of the school crisis team's roles and responsibilities, with a special emphasis on crisis prevention and preparedness.

Beneficial for School crisis team members. Typical attendees include school-based mental health professionals, administrators and security professionals.

There is mandatory pre-work for this workshop that will require one hour to complete. You will receive an email to complete this.

Cancellation/No Show Policy: Full fee if dropped after June 19, 2023 or no show day of event.

#Crisis
  • Max Class Size: 30

27. Anxiety and Stress: Teacher and Student Wellness

Program: CPE Credit Courses

Dates: 7/10/2023 to 8/4/2023

Meeting Times: Online. Self-paced course. Complete modules by due dates.

Online Course
3 CPE Credits
Anxiety & Stress: Teacher and Student Wellness is a course that guides participants in developing and implementing classroom strategies that cultivate teacher and student well-being. The ways in which teachers and students react to anxiety and stress will determine the growth (or lack thereof) and experiences in the classroom each day. Mental health is of great concern in the classroom (and the world) as educational, financial, social, mental and emotional pressures can seem overwhelming at times. Teacher and student well-being must first be addressed before teaching and learning can take place. Participants will explore curricula for how to best deal with their students anxiety and stress in the classroom. Participants will also explore scientific research, best practices and the holistic education of the mind and body that we strive to provide our 21st century students. Both teacher and student must maintain a level of self-care and awareness in order to make great academic and personal strides. Participants will develop an action plan to acknowledge and address anxiety and stressors in the classroom so that calmness, awareness, insightfulness and presence are established and academic goals can be met.

Required Text: Participants will need to purchase the interactive textbook (digital or paper) titled Stress Management for Teachers A ProActive Guide by Herman and Reinke, ISBN-13: 978-1462517985

Note: PA Licensed nurses will receive certificates for CEUs. Please identify your job title as School Nurse in order to receive your certificate.

Note: Graduate credit for this course is available through Immaculata University. Participants that choose the graduate credit option will also receive 3 CPE Credits.
  • Max Class Size: 10

28. Discovering the Root Cause of Disruptive Classroom Behavior

Program: CPE Credit Courses

Dates: 7/10/2023 to 8/19/2023

Meeting Times: Online course, participant works on their own time.

Online Course
3 CPE Credit
In this course, we will learn how to evaluate the underlying causes of many disruptive behaviors. We will receive an overview of various mental health disorders that may manifest in the classroom, along with effective strategies for how to respond to problem behavior. Throughout this course, we will review various social and emotional factors that may contribute to problematic behavior. We will cover topics such as, social skills, impairment and intervention, mental health disorders, anxiety and stress in children, self-injury and self-esteem, along with how to address violent behavior and students in crisis.

Note: PA Licensed nurses will receive certificates for CEUs. Please identify your job title as School Nurse in order to receive your certificate.

Graduate Credit: Graduate credit for this course is available through Immaculata University. Participants that choose the graduate credit option will also receive 3 CPE Credits.
  • Max Class Size: 10

29. Mindfulness for Educators and Their Students

Program: CPE Credit Courses

Dates: 7/10/2023 to 8/20/2023

Meeting Times: online course, participant works on thier own time.

Online Course
3 CPE Credits
This course is designed to examine the theory and practice of mindfulness and how it can influence both the personal and professional life of a teacher. Basic mindfulness practices, neuroscience, identification of thoughts and emotions, and mindful communication practice will be explored, as well as applying these practices/concepts to both personal and professional situations. In addition, clear connections will be made between how personal practice can inform classroom management and interactions with students. Finally, participants will delve into how this same mindfulness practice can aid in the development of students of all ages. Teachers will be given strategies and techniques to introduce mindfulness appropriately into their classrooms and to begin a dialogue about mindfulness with other teachers and administration.

Required text: Mindfulness for Teachers by Patricia Jennings (ISBN 978-0393708073).

Note: the welcome email will be sent the morning of the start date. This will contain a link to the coursework.

Note: PA Licensed nurses will receive certificates for CEUs. Please identify your job title as School Nurse in order to receive your certificate.

Note: Graduate credit for this course is available through Immaculata University. Participants that choose the graduate credit option will also receive 3 CPE Credits.
  • Max Class Size: 10

30. Teachers Building Resilience to Create Compassionate Classrooms

Program: CPE Credit Courses

Dates: 7/10/2023 to 8/20/2023

Meeting Times: online course, participant works on thier own time.

Online Course
3 CPE Credits
This online course is designed to examine the concept of resilience and how building teacher resilience can lead to more compassionate classrooms for both teachers and students. Specifically, the focus areas of developing mindful awareness, communicating effectively, building community, discovering personal strengths, and cultivating compassion will be explored through the course. The content of this course is relevant to most standards relating to adult professional learning, health and well-being, classroom management, social and emotional learning including developing student interpersonal skills.

The course requires the following texts: Onward: Cultivating Emotional Resilience in Educators by Elena Aguilar ISBN: 1119364892 AND Onward Workbook: Cultivating Emotional Resilience in Educators by Elena Aguilar ISBN:1119367387

Note: Graduate credit for this course is available through Immaculata University. Participants that choose the graduate credit option will also receive 3 CPE Credits.
  • Max Class Size: 10

31. PIMS Fundamentals

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 7/12/2023 to 7/13/2023

Meeting Times: 8am to 4pm, 30 minutes for lunch

The PIMS Fundamentals course will assist new PIMS Administrators in getting started on their PIMS journey. The course provides participants with an introduction to PIMS, an explanation of the PIMS manuals and calendars, uploading data to PIMS, PIMS Resources, PASecureID, PIMS Reports V2, Submitting ACSs, and Excel file guidance.

This course includes two days of classroom instruction and one day of customized coaching. Classroom instruction includes interactive presentations, hands-on activities, and group discussions. Coaching includes 1-to-1 support with your LEAs PIMS data and Student Information System. Coaching can be broken down into three 2.5-hour sessions or five 1.5-hour sessions scheduled at your convenience. Coaching hours must be used within 90 days of classroom instruction.


#Fundamentals
#PIMS
  • Max Class Size: 5

32. ABCs on Teaching Strategies for Pre-K - 3

Program: CPE Credit Courses

Dates: 7/17/2023 to 8/21/2023

Meeting Times: online course, participant works on thier own time.

Online Course
3 CPE Credits
This 3-credit online course is designed to focus on successful teaching instruction and strategies for preschool to grade 3. Subject areas include the strategies for promoting; a comfortable learning environment, positive reinforcement, icebreakers, learning and literacy centers, organization skills for teacher and student, bulletin boards, successful subject area lessons (math, language arts, social studies, science, art, music, physical education), and overall meaningful teaching and learning strategies. This course contains hundreds of activities and lessons that all teachers can access and illustrates ways all students can participate in them.

Note: Graduate credit for this course is available through Immaculata University. Participants that choose the graduate credit option will also receive 3 CPE Credits.
  • Max Class Size: 10

33. Coping Skills: Teacher and Student Wellness

Program: CPE Credit Courses

Dates: 7/17/2023 to 8/11/2023

Meeting Times: Online. Self-paced course. Complete modules by due dates.

Online Course
New
3 CPE Credits
Coping Skills: Teacher and Student Wellness is an online course that allows participants to analyze how coping skills can be used to manage daily emotions and stress in the world of academia. There are coping skills that are proactive and others that are reactive. Participants will identify, differentiate, choose and be encouraged to engage in a variety of coping mechanisms. Basic needs must be met and mental health must be addressed before learning can take place. Participants will develop an action plan for both students and teachers (themselves) in order to implement appropriate coping skills so both academic and professional goals can be achieved.

Note: PA Licensed nurses will receive certificates for CEUs. Please identify your job title as School Nurse in order to receive your certificate.

Graduate Credit: Graduate credit for this course is available through Immaculata University. Participants that choose the graduate credit option will also receive 3 CPE Credits.
  • Max Class Size: 10

34. Making an Impact: Building Positive Relationships with Your Students

Program: CPE Credit Courses

Dates: 7/20/2023 to 8/12/2023

Meeting Times: Online. Self-paced course. Complete modules by due dates.

Online Course
3 CPE Credits
Making an Impact: Building Positive Relationships with Your Students" is designed for teachers K-12 to become familiar with different ways to create healthy student/teacher relationships through effective communication. Strong and healthy relationships can promote better student learning and increase their overall performance. This course will focus on how to communicate effectively, how to provide a friendly, successful, and productive learning environment, using your words to influence, effective questioning techniques, how to motivate students and give them a desire to learn, to ensure the right climate for learning, become more aware of your verbal and non-verbal cues, using your voice effectively, and most importantly to engage your students so they look forward to your classroom and want to work for you. It is extremely important that students want to listen to you. A bond between a teacher and student can go beyond the classroom and last a lifetime.

Required Text The text will include the e-book "Effective Classroom Communication Pocketbook" by Richard Churches, to help further our understanding of the importance of student/teacher relationships. This can be purchased through Google Play, or at ebooks.com and vitalsource.com for 9.99 - 12.99.

Note: Graduate credit for this course is available through Immaculata University. Participants that choose the graduate credit option will also receive 3 CPE Credits.
  • Max Class Size: 10

35. Achieving Excellence - 14 Things That Matter Most

Program: CPE Credit Courses

Dates: 7/24/2023 to 8/28/2023

Meeting Times: online course, participant works on thier own time.

Online Course
3 CPE Credits
This 3-credit online course is designed to describe the beliefs, attitudes, and interactions that form an atmosphere conducive to learning in our best classrooms and schools. It focuses primarily on "specific things that great teachers, legendary teachers" do. The book "What Great Teachers Do Differently" is filled with strategies and ideas to motivate students. There are many meaningful websites to stimulate your students and simple suggestions that you can integrate into your current routine.

Required text: You will need to purchase "What Great Teachers Do Differently/ 14-17 Things That Matter Most", by Todd Whitaker. You may purchase the 14 Things That Matter Most edition or the 17 Things That Matter Most. Your assignments will designate the appropriate page numbers to be read for each book.

Graduate Credit: Graduate credit for this course is available through Immaculata University. Participants that choose the graduate credit option will also receive 3 CPE Credits.
  • Max Class Size: 10

36. 2023 EDR/XDR Vendor Showcase

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: K-12 Technology Directors and Network Administrators

Dates: 7/26/2023

Meeting Times: Wednesday, July 26, 2023

This full-day virtual event will provide participants with the opportunity to engage with vendors to learn about their Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) or Extended Detection & Response (XDR) products that will ultimately be required for cyber insurance coverage. There will be up to 7 vendors presenting with additional opportunities to drop into their virtual meeting room and ask specific questions. Crowdstrike and Palo Alto Networks are among the vendors set to present their products.

Best for K-12 Technology Directors, Network and Systems Administrators, and Technology Supervisors

Each vendor will present twice for 45 minutes to maximize your ability to catch each vendor at a time that is convenient for you.

Why attend?
- It's no cost to attend!
- Hosted virtually, join when it is most convenient for you!
- Learn about multiple products from a variety of vendors in one day.
- Get your questions answered and hear what your peers have to say.

Agenda
8:00 to 8:15 AM Welcome and Intro
8:15 to 9:00 AM Sessions 1 & 2
9:10 to 9:55 AM Sessions 3 & 4
10:05 to 10:50 AM Sessions 5 & 6
11:00 to 11:45 AM Sessions 7 & 8
11:45 to 1:00 PM Lunch and Drop-in Meetings
1:00 to 1:45 PM Sessions 9 & 10
1:55 to 2:40 PM Sessions 11 & 12
2:50 to 3:30 PM Sessions 13 & 14
3:30 to 3:45 PM Closing

#TechPL#Cybersecurity
  • Max Class Size: 1000

37. Child Accounting Fundamentals

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 7/26/2023 to 7/27/2023

Meeting Times: 8am to 4pm, 30 minutes for lunch

The Child Accounting Fundamentals course will train new Child Accounting staff on specific Child Accounting collection information and tasks. The course covers outplaced students, verifying 1305/1306 students' documentation, reviewing policies and procedures related to Child Accounting and registration, 4605s, homelessness, and guardianship affidavits. The course also prepares participants to upload files into PIMS.

This course includes two days of classroom instruction and one day of customized coaching. Classroom instruction includes interactive presentations, hands-on activities, and group discussions. Coaching includes 1-to-1 support with your LEAs PIMS data and Student Information System. Coaching can be broken down into three 2.5-hour sessions or five 1.5-hour sessions scheduled at your convenience. Coaching hours must be used within 90 days of classroom instruction.


#Fundamentals
#PIMS
  • Max Class Size: 5

38. Danielson Framework for Teaching Institute

Program: Hourly Workshops - Dual

Audience: K-12 educational leaders

Dates: 7/26/2023 to 7/27/2023

Meeting Times: Wednesday and Thursday, July 26 & 27, 2023, 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM

Facilitated by The Danielson Group

This two-day institute will provide building and district administrators with guided support for cultivating adult learning and establishing a student-centered culture through the use of The Danielson Framework for Teaching. Participants will engage in a constructivist experience in a way that will support those new to the Framework as well as those with prior experience. This opportunity aims to grow instructional practices by leveraging feedback and observations that fosters a learning culture and teacher-directed inquiry.

Day 1 A Common Vision of Student-Centered Instruction
Participants will have the opportunity to draw connections between the Framework for Teaching and student-centered classrooms with a focus on culture and knowing and affirming the identities of students in class. This session is recommended for participants who are new to the Framework or their position and participants who would like a refresher on the ideas of the Framework for Teaching.

Day 2 Growth Focused Feedback to Support Student Success
Participants will have the opportunity to dig into the Framework for Teaching rubrics and focus on the foundational skills needed to support a culture of adult learning using active listening, teacher-centered conversations, and asset-based dialogue. This session is designed for participants who have experience using the Framework for Teaching and who would like to hone their skills around supporting teachers and observation skills.

Best for K-12 principals, supervisors, coaches, administrators.

After July 1, 2023, the full fee will be assessed for dropped enrollments or no-shows.



#Leadership#student-centered
  • Max Class Size: 80

39. The First Days of School: How to Be an Effective Teacher

Program: CPE Credit Courses

Audience: General Education Teachers, Special Education Teachers, Early Childhood Teachers, Special Area Teachers

Dates: 7/28/2023 to 8/18/2023

Meeting Times: Online

Online Course
3 CPE Credits
The First Days of School: How to Be an Effective Teacher

This stress-free online class, available 24 hours a day with no Zoom meetings, will be extremely helpful for the first time teacher just as much as for the seasoned professional! This course will provide an educator's goldmine to pertinent information to make not only the first day of school but every day run smoothly.

Strategies for successfully addressing on ground, virtual and hybrid effective instruction will be presented. The book utilized, The First Days of School: How To Be An Effective Teacher (5th edition, 2018) by Harry Wong & Rosemary Wong, is the updated edition of a proven resource on successful teaching practices for both classroom management and student success. The course will feature many great, practical ideas to implement resulting in positive outcomes. Students' educational experiences will be so much better after having applied the book along with completing the other high-powered activities in the class.

Required Text: The text for this class The First Days of School: How To Be An Effective Teacher (5th edition, 2018) by Harry Wong & Rosemary Wong ISBN-13: 978-0976423386 must be obtained prior to the start of the session. Older editions will not fit the material assigned.

Graduate Credit: Graduate credit for this course is available through Immaculata University. Participants that choose the graduate credit option will also receive 3 CPE Credits.
  • Max Class Size: 10

40. Artificial Intelligence Summit | Leading Learning in the AI Age

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: K-12 administrators, supervisors, coaches and teacher leaders

Dates: 8/1/2023

Meeting Times: Tuesday, August 1, 2023; 8 AM to 2 PM

New
Facilitated by A.J. Juliani and Associates

Dive deep into guided sessions with experts in the education field and explore integrating AI in learning environments. Participants will have an opportunity to discuss the expert sessions and share major takeaways with the group. A.J. Juliani will guide participants in a collaborative back-mapping process to identify the current and future skills required by students and outline actionable steps to foster the development of these competencies within our schools. An action plan template will be provided.

Agenda
8:00 AM to 9:00 AM: Current Trends and Predictions for AI in Education, facilitated by A.J. Juliani
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM: Virtual Roundtable with experts John Warner, John Spencer, Vicki Davis, Alana Winnick
- Administrative Topics in Artificial Intelligence
- Ethics, Bias, and Academic Integrity in the Age of AI
- Generative Work and Machine Learning
10:00 AM to 11:30 AM: Debrief and Back-Mapping, facilitated by A.J. Juliani
11:30 AM to 12:30 PM Lunch
12:30 PM to 2:00 PM Team Action Planning with CCIU Consultants

Best for K-12 administrators, supervisors, coaches and teacher leaders.

After July 15, 2023, the full fee will be assessed for dropped enrollments or no-shows.



  • Max Class Size: 75

41. Making an Impact: Building Positive Relationships with Your Students

Program: CPE Credit Courses

Dates: 8/1/2023 to 8/25/2023

Meeting Times: Online. Self-paced course. Complete modules by due dates.

Online Course
3 CPE Credits
Making an Impact: Building Positive Relationships with Your Students" is designed for teachers K-12 to become familiar with different ways to create healthy student/teacher relationships through effective communication. Strong and healthy relationships can promote better student learning and increase their overall performance. This course will focus on how to communicate effectively, how to provide a friendly, successful, and productive learning environment, using your words to influence, effective questioning techniques, how to motivate students and give them a desire to learn, to ensure the right climate for learning, become more aware of your verbal and non-verbal cues, using your voice effectively, and most importantly to engage your students so they look forward to your classroom and want to work for you. It is extremely important that students want to listen to you. A bond between a teacher and student can go beyond the classroom and last a lifetime.

Required Text The text will include the e-book "Effective Classroom Communication Pocketbook" by Richard Churches, to help further our understanding of the importance of student/teacher relationships. This can be purchased through Google Play, or at ebooks.com and vitalsource.com for 9.99 - 12.99.

Note: Graduate credit for this course is available through Immaculata University. Participants that choose the graduate credit option will also receive 3 CPE Credits.
  • Max Class Size: 10

42. PIMS Fundamentals

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 8/2/2023 to 8/3/2023

Meeting Times: 8am to 4pm, 30 minutes for lunch

The PIMS Fundamentals course will assist new PIMS Administrators in getting started on their PIMS journey. The course provides participants with an introduction to PIMS, an explanation of the PIMS manuals and calendars, uploading data to PIMS, PIMS Resources, PASecureID, PIMS Reports V2, Submitting ACSs, and Excel file guidance.

This course includes two days of classroom instruction and one day of customized coaching. Classroom instruction includes interactive presentations, hands-on activities, and group discussions. Coaching includes 1-to-1 support with your LEAs PIMS data and Student Information System. Coaching can be broken down into three 2.5-hour sessions or five 1.5-hour sessions scheduled at your convenience. Coaching hours must be used within 90 days of classroom instruction.


#Fundamentals
#PIMS
  • Max Class Size: 5

43. Child Accounting Fundamentals

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 8/9/2023 to 8/10/2023

Meeting Times: 8am to 4pm, 30 minutes for lunch

The Child Accounting Fundamentals course will train new Child Accounting staff on specific Child Accounting collection information and tasks. The course covers outplaced students, verifying 1305/1306 students' documentation, reviewing policies and procedures related to Child Accounting and registration, 4605s, homelessness, and guardianship affidavits. The course also prepares participants to upload files into PIMS.

This course includes two days of classroom instruction and one day of customized coaching. Classroom instruction includes interactive presentations, hands-on activities, and group discussions. Coaching includes 1-to-1 support with your LEAs PIMS data and Student Information System. Coaching can be broken down into three 2.5-hour sessions or five 1.5-hour sessions scheduled at your convenience. Coaching hours must be used within 90 days of classroom instruction.


#Fundamentals
#PIMS
  • Max Class Size: 5

44. Diving Deep with the 4 Pillars of Sustainable Esports Programs

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 8/10/2023

Meeting Times: 8:00am - 3:00pm

New
This face to face session will focus on the different components of creating an esports program that will last! We will discuss having conversations with administrators and school boards, developing student leadership, engaging with the community and more. This session will also discuss how to build a program that lasts including strategies for grant writing, incorporating STEM, and helping students develop SEL skills.

Late Cancellation/No-Show Policy: Any registrations that are dropped or no-show after 8/3/2023, will be assessed the full fee.
  • Max Class Size: 30

45. Structured Literacy Train the Trainer

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 8/15/2023 to 8/16/2023

Meeting Times: Tuesday, August 15, 8:30am-3:30pm and Wednesday, August 16, 8:30am-3:30pm

This Structured Literacy Train the Trainer session will provide district literacy leaders with the materials and knowledge to deliver a three hour Overview of Structured Literacy training that meets PDE's structured literacy training requirements. Participants will leave with a slide deck that can be customized for district use, activities that accompany the training, and materials that can be used for specific populations of teachers (ELD teachers, special education teachers, etc.)

This workshop is open ONLY to Chester County educators who are responsible for providing professional learning related to Chapter 49 and structured literacy in their districts.
  • Max Class Size: 60

46. LETRS Part III of IV

Program: LETRS Course

Audience: PA educators who have completed LETRS Parts I and II.

Dates: 8/17/2023 to 12/7/2023

Prerequisites: Only PA educators who have completed LETRS Parts I and II of IV are eligible to participate in this course.

This course is a component of the educator-training program titled: LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) 3rd Edition (Volume 2) (2019), offered by Voyager Sopris Learning, Inc. Online video segments for each session of each unit are used to teach, explain, and offer implementation examples of key ideas directly into the classroom. The course includes online instruction of units 5 and 6 supported by the manuals and twelve hours of face-to-face training. Each unit takes 15-20 hours to complete, including time spent reading the manual, working through the online sessions, and completing the ‘Bridge to Practice' classroom application activities.

Learning will occur as participants explore a full experience with these topics:

-Unit 5: The Mighty Word: Oral Language and Vocabulary

-Unit 6: Digging for Meaning: Understanding Reading Comprehension

Live/synchronous sessions:(held via Zoom)

- Kickoff Session: Thursday, August 17, 2023; 4pm-6pm

- Unit 5: Tues & Thurs, October 10 & 12, 2023; 4pm-7pm

- Unit 6: Tues & Thurs, December 5 & 7, 2023; 4pm-7pm

Asynchronous work:

-Unit 5- August 21 - October 12, 2023

-Unit 6- October 16 - December 7, 2023

Note: During this professional learning activity, we may capture portions of the learning experiences on video to showcase and market programs and services. If you have any objections to this, please communicate with the lead facilitator. Thank you.

View more details here: LETRS

Registration closes on August 4, 2023

#Literacy
  • Max Class Size: 20

47. LETRS Part I of IV (Blended Series)

Program: LETRS Course

Dates: 8/24/2023 to 1/10/2024

Meeting Times: Thursday, August 24, 4:00pm-6:00pm; Wednesday, October 25, 2023; 8:30am-3:30pm, Wednesday, January 10, 2024, 8:30am-3:30pm

This course is a component of the educator-training program titled: LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) 3rd Edition (Volume 1) (2019), offered by Voyager Sopris Learning, Inc. Online video segments for each session of each unit are used to teach, explain, and offer implementation examples of key ideas directly into the classroom. The course includes online instruction of units 1 and 2 supported by the manuals and twelve hours of face-to-face training. Each unit takes 15-20 hours to complete, including time spent reading the manual, working through the online sessions, and completing the 'Bridge to Practice' classroom application activities.

Learning will occur as participants explore a full experience with these topics:

-Unit 1: The Challenge of Learning to Read

-Unit 2: The Speech Sounds of English

Live/In-Person sessions:

- Kickoff Session: Thursday, August 24, 2023; 4pm-6pm

- Unit 1: Wednesday, October 25, 2023; 8:30am-3:30pm

- Unit 2: Wednesday, January 10, 2024; 8:30am-3:30pm

Asynchronous work:

-Unit 1- August 27 - October 25, 2023

-Unit 2- October 30 - January 10, 2024

Note: During this professional learning activity, we may capture portions of the learning experiences on video to showcase and market programs and services. If you have any objections to this, please communicate with the lead facilitator. Thank you.

View more details here: LETRS

Registration closes on August 4, 2023

#Literacy #part1
  • Max Class Size: 32

48. LETRS Part I of IV (Virtual Live Sessions)

Program: LETRS Course

Audience: PA teachers of reading in regular education with inclusive settings or in special education settings, or administrators of teachers of reading. This event is not relevant to short-term and day-to-day substitutes and paraprofessionals.

Dates: 8/24/2023 to 1/12/2024

This course is a component of the educator-training program titled: LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) 3rd Edition (Volume 1) (2019), offered by Voyager Sopris Learning, Inc. Online video segments for each session of each unit are used to teach, explain, and offer implementation examples of key ideas directly into the classroom. The course includes online instruction of units 1 and 2 supported by the manuals and twelve hours of face-to-face training. Each unit takes 15-20 hours to complete, including time spent reading the manual, working through the online sessions, and completing the ‘Bridge to Practice' classroom application activities.

Learning will occur as participants explore a full experience with these topics:

-Unit 1: The Challenge of Learning to Read

-Unit 2: The Speech Sounds of English

Live/synchronous sessions:(held via Zoom)

- Kickoff Session: Thursday, August 24, 2023; 4pm-6pm

- Unit 1: Tues & Thurs, October 24 & 26, 2023; 4pm-7pm

- Unit 2: Tues & Thurs, January 9 & 11, 2024; 4pm-7pm

Asynchronous work:

-Unit 1- August 27 - October 26, 2023

-Unit 2- October 30 - January 11, 2024

Note: During this professional learning activity, we may capture portions of the learning experiences on video to showcase and market programs and services. If you have any objections to this, please communicate with the lead facilitator. Thank you.

View more details here: LETRS

Registration closes on August 4, 2023

#Literacy, #part1
  • Max Class Size: 35

49. PIMS Fundamentals

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 9/6/2023 to 9/7/2023

Meeting Times: 8am to 4pm, 30 minutes for lunch

The PIMS Fundamentals course will assist new PIMS Administrators in getting started on their PIMS journey. The course provides participants with an introduction to PIMS, an explanation of the PIMS manuals and calendars, uploading data to PIMS, PIMS Resources, PASecureID, PIMS Reports V2, Submitting ACSs, and Excel file guidance.

This course includes two days of classroom instruction and one day of customized coaching. Classroom instruction includes interactive presentations, hands-on activities, and group discussions. Coaching includes 1-to-1 support with your LEAs PIMS data and Student Information System. Coaching can be broken down into three 2.5-hour sessions or five 1.5-hour sessions scheduled at your convenience. Coaching hours must be used within 90 days of classroom instruction.


#Fundamentals
#PIMS
  • Max Class Size: 5

50. PREPaRE Model, Workshop 1, Third Edition,Crisis Prevention and Preparedness: Comprehensive School Safety Planning

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: See description

Dates: 9/6/2023

Meeting Times: Wednesday, September 6, 2023, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm

New
The PREPaRE Model, developed and endorsed by the National Association of School Psychologists, provides school-based mental health professionals and other educational professionals with crucial training aimed at helping educators understand how to best perform their roles and responsibilities on school safety and crisis teams. This comprehensive training curriculum was developed by experienced, school-based professionals to ensure that school teams are equipped with the foundational knowledge necessary to successfully prevent and respond to any crisis.

Workshop one This workshop provides a broad overview of the school crisis team's roles and responsibilities, with a special emphasis on crisis prevention and preparedness.

Beneficial for School crisis team members. Typical attendees include school-based mental health professionals, administrators and security professionals.

There is mandatory pre-work for this workshop that will require one hour to complete. You will receive an email to complete this.

Cancellation/No Show Policy: Full fee if dropped after September 1, 2023 or no show day of event.

#Crisis
  • Max Class Size: 30

51. Instructional Coaching Network

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Instructional coaches and teachers who have dedicated instructional coaching time in their work day, open to Chester County coaches only.

Dates: 9/8/2023

Meeting Times: 9/8/2023, 8:30am - 11:30am

The CCIU PIIC Coaching Network meetings provide monthly opportunities for Instructional Coaches to engage in job-specific professional learning and work with and learn from coaches from across Chester County.

Note: During this professional learning activity, we may capture portions of the learning experiences on video to showcase and market programs and services. If you have any objections to this, please communicate with the lead facilitator. Thank you.
  • Max Class Size: 35

52. Overview of Structured Literacy for Instructional Coaches

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 9/8/2023

Meeting Times: 9/8/2023, 12:00pm - 3:30pm

New
This session is designed to give a broad understanding of the key features and content of structured literacy, so that instructional coaches can support teachers as they engage in structured literacy practices in their classrooms. This training meets the expectations for Chapter 49.
  • Max Class Size: 50

53. Instructional Technology Integrationist Collaborative (ITIC)

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 9/13/2023

Meeting Times: Wednesday, September 13, 2023 from 3:45pm - 4:45pm

The Instructional Technology Integrationists Collaborative (ITIC) exists to facilitate local faculty and staff networking engagements that bring together regional educational leaders across the K-12 setting (teachers, instructional coaches, technology administrators) with a focus on high-quality instructional technology integration to increase student achievement. With a focus on instructional implications of technology integration, members will share their experiences, lend their input, and receive training. The focus of the meetings will be based on participant needs and initiatives.

Subgroups might include:
  • - Blended Learning
  • - Instructional Design / Learning Management System
  • - Competency-based & Personalized Learning
  • Max Class Size: 50

54. PREPaRE Model Workshop 2, Third Edition, Mental Health Crisis Interventions: Responding to an Acute Traumatic Stressor in Schools

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: See description

Dates: 9/14/2023 to 9/18/2023

Meeting Times: Friday, September 14, 2023 and Monday September 18, 2023, 8:00 am to 3:00 pm

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. Attendees will attend for 6.5 hours on both days.

Who Should Receive Workshop 2 Training?
PREPaRE Workshop 2 is appropriate only for staff who completed PREPaRE Worksop 1 and any individual filling the role of a crisis intervention specialist. This includes school mental health staff (school psychologists, social workers, counselors and nurses), administrators, and other individuals whom the team has identified as appropriate providers of psychological first aid. Additionally, this workshop can be very helpful for community-based mental health practitioners who may work with the school crisis team and/or may be brought into the school to assist in response to a crisis.

CEUs will be available for licensed clinicians. This program is co-sponsored by Bryn Mawr College Graduate School of Social Work and Social Research. As a CSWE accredited program, the Graduate School of Social Work and Social Research at Bryn Mawr College is a pre-approved provider of continuing education for social workers in Pennsylvania and many other states.

Cancellation/No Show Policy: Full fee if dropped after 8/17/23 or no show day of event.

Participants must attend both days for full credit.
  • Max Class Size: 30

55. Gifted Network Meeting

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 9/19/2023 to 9/19/2024

Meeting Times: 9/19/2023, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

The gifted network provides an opportunity for gifted educators to discuss and collaborate with their peers on issues at the federal, state and local level that impact the delivery of gifted services. Each meeting will begin with time devoted to updates on gifted issues and professional development. The remaining time will be allocated for open dialogue among the participants and an opportunity to develop GIEPs with support from fellow gifted educators.

Note: During this professional learning activity, we may capture portions of the learning experiences on video to showcase and market programs and services. If you have any major objections to this, please communicate with the lead facilitator.
  • Max Class Size: 30

56. STEELS Teacher Leader PLC

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 9/19/2023

Meeting Times: 4:00pm - 5:00pm

The STEELS Teacher Leader PLC is a collaborative gathering of educators who share a passion for leading the charge for the implementation of the new PA STEELS standards. The purpose of the meeting is to provide a platform for teacher leaders to discuss and share best practices, resources, and strategies for promoting high-quality education in their schools and communities. The meeting also provides opportunities for networking and building relationships with other like-minded educators, as well as brainstorming and planning for future initiatives. The STEELS Teacher Leader PLC meeting aims to empower educators to become effective leaders in promoting high-quality education and inspiring the next generation of innovators and problem solvers.
  • Max Class Size: 60

57. STEM Charter Council

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 9/19/2023

Meeting Times: 11:00am - 12:00pm

The STEM Charter Council meeting brings together charter school educators and administrators dedicated to promoting excellence in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) education. The council convenes bi-monthly to discuss and strategize ways to improve STEM programs in charter schools and ensure that students are equipped with the necessary skills to succeed in the 21st-century workforce.

The meeting might involve exploring new STEM curriculum ideas, discussing professional development opportunities for teachers, and identifying partnerships with local businesses and universities to provide students with real-world experiences. These meetings are driven by the commitment to advancing STEM education and creating opportunities for all students to excel in these critical subject areas.
  • Max Class Size: 30

58. Systemic Considerations for English Learners

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 9/19/2023 to 12/18/2023

Meeting Times: 9/19/23, 10/24/23, and 12/18/23, all 8:30am - 3:30pm

During this session, participants will explore research on effective instructional programs for multilingual learners (MLs), analyze school or district-level data to identify strengths and challenges in their own context, implement a protocol for identifying key priorities for English language development and plan the next steps for implementing high-quality educational experiences for their MLs.

The full fee will be assessed for dropped registrations after September 12, 2023, and for no-shows on the first day of the event.

#EL #EnglishLearners
  • Max Class Size: 125

59. Leading STEELS Professional Learning: Building Capacity for Sustained Effective Practice

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 9/20/2023

Meeting Times: 8:30am - 3:00pm

Join us for a simulation designed to help participants understand what is needed to plan and carry out effective professional learning within their own school in order to meet the needs of its teachers and students.

With the help of a game facilitator, game monitors, and various information handouts and cards, players are drawn into a fictional, but realistic school setting where they serve as the professional learning team. The team will be charged by the principal with improving the school's science education program by developing and implementing a comprehensive professional learning plan for its science educators.
  • Max Class Size: 30

60. Social Studies Leaders Network

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 9/20/2023

Meeting Times: 9/20/2023, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Join us for the Social Studies Leaders Network. During these meetings Social Studies leaders will have the opportunity to engage in professional learning as well as network with community partners, higher education leaders, and curriculum organizations.

Note: During this professional learning activity, we may capture portions of the learning experiences in pictures and/or video to showcase and market programs and services. If you have any objections to this, please communicate with the lead facilitator.
  • Max Class Size: 30

61. MTSS Network

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 9/21/2023

Meeting Times: 12:00pm- 3:00pm

This MTSS Network meeting is designed for district and school administration. The goal is to provide an opportunity to meet field contemporaries within the county to collaborate and share ideas, challenges, and best practices. We want the CCIU MTSS Network to represent a diverse group of educational leaders that want to be a catalyst for change and to make a commitment to working collaboratively with home teams across the county. We want our participants to walk away feeling motivated and equipped to make those changes happen.
  • Max Class Size: 60

62. STEELS Elementary Admin Workshop

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 9/25/2023

Meeting Times: 9:00am - 3:00pm

An overview workshop for administrators looking to deepen their understanding of Pennsylvania's new STEELS (Science, Technology, Engineering, Environmental Literacy & Sustainability) standards.
  • Max Class Size: 30

63. STEELS Secondary Admin Workshop

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 9/26/2023

Meeting Times: 9:00am - 3:00pm

An overview workshop for administrators looking to deepen their understanding of Pennsylvania's new STEELS (Science, Technology, Engineering, Environmental Literacy & Sustainability) standards.
  • Max Class Size: 30

64. Child Accounting Fundamentals

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 9/27/2023 to 9/28/2023

Meeting Times: 8am to 4pm, 30 minutes for lunch

The Child Accounting Fundamentals course will train new Child Accounting staff on specific Child Accounting collection information and tasks. The course covers outplaced students, verifying 1305/1306 students' documentation, reviewing policies and procedures related to Child Accounting and registration, 4605s, homelessness, and guardianship affidavits. The course also prepares participants to upload files into PIMS.

This course includes two days of classroom instruction and one day of customized coaching. Classroom instruction includes interactive presentations, hands-on activities, and group discussions. Coaching includes 1-to-1 support with your LEAs PIMS data and Student Information System. Coaching can be broken down into three 2.5-hour sessions or five 1.5-hour sessions scheduled at your convenience. Coaching hours must be used within 90 days of classroom instruction.


#Fundamentals
#PIMS
  • Max Class Size: 5

65. English Learner (EL) Educators Network Council Quarterly Meeting

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Educators of EL Students

Dates: 9/27/2023 to 5/15/2024

Meeting Times: 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Location: 305

New
This group is for all educators working with multilingual students. Professional development, collaboration with colleagues and PDE updates will be featured at these meetings.

Quarterly Meetings will be held virtually from 2:00-4:00 PM:
Sept. 27, Nov. 29, Feb. 13, May 15

English Language Consortium
#EL
  • Max Class Size: 40

66. Structured Literacy Train the Trainer

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 9/28/2023 to 9/29/2023

Meeting Times: Thursday, September 29, 8:30am-3:30pm and Friday, September 29, 8:30am-3:30pm

This Structured Literacy Train the Trainer session will provide district literacy leaders with the materials and knowledge to deliver a three hour Overview of Structured Literacy training that meets PDE's structured literacy training requirements. Participants will leave with a slide deck that can be customized for district use, activities that accompany the training, and materials that can be used for specific populations of teachers (ELD teachers, special education teachers, etc.)

This workshop is open ONLY to Chester County educators who are responsible for providing professional learning related to Chapter 49 and structured literacy in their districts.
  • Max Class Size: 60

67. Elementary Math Network

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Any math teacher or instructional coach

Dates: 10/3/2023

Meeting Times: Tuesday, October 3, 2023, 12:30pm - 3:30pm

This network is for any elementary math education professional looking to enhance their math teaching practices. These network meetings will bring us together for a 3 hour afternoon session taking place from 12:30 - 3:30 at the Chester County Intermediate Unit. Educators will gain a comprehensive understanding of the most effective mathematical teaching practices that are in line with the developmental progressions and trajectories of children. The sessions will be structured to provide participants with opportunities for professional development, networking with other math educators from across the county, and time to create an action plan based on their newly acquired knowledge. By participating in this network, educators will be better equipped to provide their students with high-quality math instruction that supports their learning and success. The program will cover various Topics and Focus Strands, such as:

- Early Numeracy and Student Learning Progressions
- Developing math fluency by transitioning from conceptual to abstract learning
- Types of assessments, including universal screeners, diagnostic, common formative assessments, summative assessments, and mastery of learning
- Interventions spanning from Tier 1 to Tier 3 and Progress Monitoring
- Problem Solving using rich tasks with low floor, high ceiling approach, and SBI (Schema Based Instruction)
  • Max Class Size: 35

68. Secondary Math Network

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 10/3/2023

Meeting Times: Tuesday, October 3, 2023, 8:00am - 11:00am

This network is for any math teacher, coach, specialist or other math education professional looking to enhance their math teaching practices. These network meetings will bring us together for a 3 hour morning session taking place from 8am - 11am at the Chester County Intermediate Unit.

During the secondary-level sessions, educators will participate in a range of themes that have been carefully crafted to improve their teaching practices and enhance student learning. Participants can expect each session to be structured in a way that promotes professional development, networking opportunities with other math educators from across the county, and time to create an action plan based on their newly acquired knowledge.

The following themes will be covered during the sessions:

- Session 1: Student Engagement, Autonomy, and Collaboration
- Session 2: Rich Mathematical Tasks and Questioning
- Session 3: Spaces and Places: Mathematics Classroom Environment and Community
- Session 4: Assessment, Evaluation, and Reflective Practices
  • Max Class Size: 35

69. Scaffolding the Academic Development of Adolescent English Learners

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 10/6/2023

Meeting Times: 10/9/23, 8:30am - 3:30pm

A Pedagogy of Promise
Facilitated by Aida Walqui, Senior Research Scientist, WestEd

Too often, the needs of English language learners are met with a simplified curriculum and lowered expectations. What would happen if instead classrooms were organized to honor the promise of these students by increasing rather than decreasing the intellectual challenge of instruction, by increasing the support such challenge requires, and by increasing students' active engagement with their own learning?

Aida Waqui will review ways to implement challenging instruction that raises the bar and increases engagement for all multilingual learners.

The full fee will be assessed for dropped registrations after October 2, 2023, and for no-shows on the first day of the event.

  • Max Class Size: 36

70. PIMS Fundamentals

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 10/11/2023 to 10/12/2023

Meeting Times: 8am to 4pm, 30 minutes for lunch

The PIMS Fundamentals course will assist new PIMS Administrators in getting started on their PIMS journey. The course provides participants with an introduction to PIMS, an explanation of the PIMS manuals and calendars, uploading data to PIMS, PIMS Resources, PASecureID, PIMS Reports V2, Submitting ACSs, and Excel file guidance.

This course includes two days of classroom instruction and one day of customized coaching. Classroom instruction includes interactive presentations, hands-on activities, and group discussions. Coaching includes 1-to-1 support with your LEAs PIMS data and Student Information System. Coaching can be broken down into three 2.5-hour sessions or five 1.5-hour sessions scheduled at your convenience. Coaching hours must be used within 90 days of classroom instruction.


#Fundamentals
#PIMS
  • Max Class Size: 5

71. Building Number Sense Through Early Learning Progressions in the PreK-2 Classroom

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 10/12/2023 to 12/1/2023

Meeting Times: 10/12/23, 9:00am - 3:00pm
12/01/23, 9:00am - 3:00pm

New
In this two part mini series, participants who work with our youngest learners will deepen their knowledge of children's learning progressions starting from pre-school up to age eight. Research has revealed these specific sequences of activities are effective in guiding children through a specific stage of thinking and are a predictor in later school success. These developmental paths are the basis for learning trajectories.

Our first session enhances participant's foundational knowledge of student learning progressions in early math. They will learn how to identify student stages, and which strategies to implement with their students. Our second session will be a time for reflection from what participants have implemented along with a deeper look into learning trajectories and how to continue to increase student thinking along the continuum and across other mathematical concepts. Partipants must attend Session A in order to attend Session B.
  • Max Class Size: 30

72. Instructional Coaching Network

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Instructional coaches and teachers who have dedicated instructional coaching time in their work day, open to Chester County coaches only.

Dates: 10/13/2023

Meeting Times: 10/13/2023, 8:30am - 11:30am

The CCIU PIIC Coaching Network meetings provide monthly opportunities for Instructional Coaches to engage in job-specific professional learning and work with and learn from coaches from across Chester County.

Note: During this professional learning activity, we may capture portions of the learning experiences on video to showcase and market programs and services. If you have any objections to this, please communicate with the lead facilitator. Thank you.
  • Max Class Size: 35

73. Mixing it Up in the Classroom: A Guide to Blended Learning

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 10/16/2023

Meeting Times: Monday, October 16th, 2023 from 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Learn how to integrate online and face-to-face instruction in the classroom. Explore the benefits of blended learning, such as increased flexibility and personalized learning opportunities, as well as practical strategies for designing and implementing a blended learning program.
  • Max Class Size: 25

74. 2023-2024 Principal Networking

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: School Principals

Dates: 10/17/2023 to 4/11/2024

Meeting Times: See Description

Principal Networking is designed for building leaders. The goal is to provide a collaborative space for principals to share similar lived experiences, passions, and interests on a personal and professional level. Topics are determined by participants. The group will divide into elementary and secondary discussion groups.

Please note: In-person and virtual networking opportunities are available. Dates of the virtual meetings coming soon!

Schedule:
Day 1: November 2023, date TBD
1:15 pm to 2:15 pm
Virtual

Day 2: December 14, 2023
12:30 pm to 2:30 pm
In-Person

Day 4: January 2024, date TBD
1:15 pm to 2:15 pm
Virtual

Day 5: February 7, 2024
12:30 pm to 2:30 pm
In-Person

Day 6: March 2024, date TBD
1:15 pm to 2:15 pm
Virtual

Day 7: April 11, 2024
12:30 pm to 2:30 pm
In-Person

Visit Recalibrate the Culture | Principal Study Council 2023-2024 to enroll today for the Act 45 program that includes speaker lead professional learning.
  • Max Class Size: 100

75. Revitalizing Your School Culture | Principal Study Council 2023-2024, Act 45 Program

Program: Hourly Workshops - Dual

Audience: See Description

Dates: 10/17/2023 to 4/11/2024

Meeting Times: See description

This four-part professional learning series supports instructional leaders as they design learning environments that represent the uniqueness of both staff and students in their schools. Designed as a professional learning community experience, participants will engage in ways to elevate their culture, build trust to strengthen relationships within their school communities and manage difficult situations with dignity and respect. Leaders participating will be engaged in practical strategies and frameworks to create school spaces where all feel valued, appreciated and accepted.

All participants receive 2 books: "Recalibrate The Culture: Our Why...Our Work...Our Values" by Jimmy Casas and "Handle with Care: Managing Difficult Situations in Schools with Dignity and Respect" by Jimmy Casas and Joy Kelly

Schedule:
Day 1: October 17, 2023,
8:30 AM to 3:30 PM Recalibrate The Culture with Jimmy Casas

Day 2: December 14, 2023
8:30 to 11:30 AM Building Trust and Strengthening Relationships through Restorative Practices with Rachel Kutney, CCIU Educational Consultant
12:30 pm to 2:30 pm Principal Networking

Day 3: February 7, 2024
8:30 to 11:30 AM Handling Conflict and Difficult Conversations through Restorative Practices with Michelle Gagliano, CCIU Educational Consultants
12:30 pm to 2:30 pm Principal Networking

Day 4: April 11, 2024
8:30 to 11:30 AM Handle with Care - Managing Difficult Situations in Schools with Dignity and Respect with Joy Kelly, Author and Educational Consultant
12:30 pm to 2:30 pm Principal Networking

Pending approval for 40 Act 45 PIL hours

School principals who do not need Act 45 are welcome to join the afternoon Principal Networking discussions.

Cancellation/No-Show Policy: Full fee assessed for drops after 10/7/23 or no-shows.

#leadership#act45
  • Max Class Size: 60

76. English Learner (EL) Leaders Network Council Quarterly Meeting

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Educators of EL Students

Dates: 10/18/2023 to 5/1/2024

Meeting Times: 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Location: 305

New
This group is for all Title III and ELD Leaders working with multilingual programing in their school/district. Professional development, collaboration with colleagues and PDE updates will be featured at these meetings. Quarterly Meetings will be held virtually from 2:00-4:00 PM. A link to join will be sent the day of offering. Please be sure to register. Oct. 18, Dec. 6, Feb. 27, May 1 English Language Leadership #EL, #Ttitle III, #ELDT

English Language Consortium
#EL
  • Max Class Size: 40

77. Esports Community of Practice: 100 Careers in Esports

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 10/18/2023 to 12/13/2023

Meeting Times: Virtual meeting dates are 10/18/23, 11/15/23, and 12/13/23, all from 3:00pm-4:00pm.

This 3 month virtual book study will focus on career connections to esports and possible career paths while utilizing the book "100 Careers in Esports." We will meet 3 times virtually for synchronous learning sessions. Participants will receive 6 Act 48 credits based on the required readings and virtual sessions.
  • Max Class Size: 25

78. Copy-Right or Copy-Wrong: Navigating OER, Creative Commons, and Copyright Laws

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 10/24/2023

Meeting Times: Tuesday, October 24, 2023 from 1:00pm - 3:00pm

The digital age can make it challenging to select effective, free, and credible resources for our classes. Understanding how to navigate through OER and Creative Commons is your first step. The next is having a Copyright Cheat sheet to keep you covered when using any form of multimedia or printed resource.
  • Max Class Size: 25

79. OpenSciEd Community of Practice

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 10/24/2023

Meeting Times: 4:00pm - 5:00pm

CCIU is excited to offer an OpenSciEd Community of Practice designed to foster a network of science educators who are committed to advancing the use OpenSciEd practices and curriculum in their classrooms. In this network, participants will collaborate with fellow educators to develop strategies for adapting and implementing OpenSciEd. The CoP will support educators in creating a toolkit of practical ideas and resources for OpenSciEd.
  • Max Class Size: 30

80. Child Accounting Fundamentals

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 10/25/2023 to 10/26/2023

Meeting Times: 8am to 4pm, 30 minutes for lunch

The Child Accounting Fundamentals course will train new Child Accounting staff on specific Child Accounting collection information and tasks. The course covers outplaced students, verifying 1305/1306 students' documentation, reviewing policies and procedures related to Child Accounting and registration, 4605s, homelessness, and guardianship affidavits. The course also prepares participants to upload files into PIMS.

This course includes two days of classroom instruction and one day of customized coaching. Classroom instruction includes interactive presentations, hands-on activities, and group discussions. Coaching includes 1-to-1 support with your LEAs PIMS data and Student Information System. Coaching can be broken down into three 2.5-hour sessions or five 1.5-hour sessions scheduled at your convenience. Coaching hours must be used within 90 days of classroom instruction.


#Fundamentals
#PIMS
  • Max Class Size: 5

81. PIMS Fundamentals

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 11/1/2023 to 11/2/2023

Meeting Times: 8am to 4pm, 30 minutes for lunch

The PIMS Fundamentals course will assist new PIMS Administrators in getting started on their PIMS journey. The course provides participants with an introduction to PIMS, an explanation of the PIMS manuals and calendars, uploading data to PIMS, PIMS Resources, PASecureID, PIMS Reports V2, Submitting ACSs, and Excel file guidance.

This course includes two days of classroom instruction and one day of customized coaching. Classroom instruction includes interactive presentations, hands-on activities, and group discussions. Coaching includes 1-to-1 support with your LEAs PIMS data and Student Information System. Coaching can be broken down into three 2.5-hour sessions or five 1.5-hour sessions scheduled at your convenience. Coaching hours must be used within 90 days of classroom instruction.


#Fundamentals
#PIMS
  • Max Class Size: 5

82. Countywide 2023: Assessing English Language Learners

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 11/7/2023

Meeting Times: 11/07/23, 8:30am - 3:30pm

Assessment as, for, and of learning offers a comprehensive system that optimizes opportunities for multilingual learners. This session will provide best practices in assessing and communicating where our students are in the learning process, how effective our instructional strategies have been, and if there are additional challenges we need to be aware of as we plan future lessons and student support.

After October 30, 2023, the full fee will be assessed for dropped enrollments or no-shows.



#EL, #MULTILINGUAL
  • Max Class Size: 125

83. Mixing it Up in the Classroom: A Guide to Blended Learning

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 11/9/2023

Meeting Times: Thursday, November 9, 2023
1:00pm - 3:00pm

Learn how to integrate online and face-to-face instruction in the classroom. Explore the benefits of blended learning, such as increased flexibility and personalized learning opportunities, as well as practical strategies for designing and implementing a blended learning program.
  • Max Class Size: 25

84. Instructional Coaching Network

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Instructional coaches and teachers who have dedicated instructional coaching time in their work day, open to Chester County coaches only.

Dates: 11/10/2023

Meeting Times: 11/10/2023, 8:30am - 11:30am

The CCIU PIIC Coaching Network meetings provide monthly opportunities for Instructional Coaches to engage in job-specific professional learning and work with and learn from coaches from across Chester County.

Note: During this professional learning activity, we may capture portions of the learning experiences on video to showcase and market programs and services. If you have any objections to this, please communicate with the lead facilitator. Thank you.
  • Max Class Size: 35

85. Instructional Technology Integrationist Collaborative (ITIC)

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 11/13/2023

Meeting Times: Monday, November 13, 2023 from 3:45pm - 4:45pm

The Instructional Technology Integrationists Collaborative (ITIC) exists to facilitate local faculty and staff networking engagements that bring together regional educational leaders across the K-12 setting (teachers, instructional coaches, technology administrators) with a focus on high-quality instructional technology integration to increase student achievement. With a focus on instructional implications of technology integration, members will share their experiences, lend their input, and receive training. The focus of the meetings will be based on participant needs and initiatives.

Subgroups might include:
  • - Blended Learning
  • - Instructional Design / Learning Management System
  • - Competency-based & Personalized Learning
  • Max Class Size: 50

86. Copy-Right or Copy-Wrong: Navigating OER, Creative Commons, and Copyright Laws

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 11/14/2023

Meeting Times: Tuesday, November 14, 20231:00pm - 3:00pm

The digital age can make it challenging to select effective, free, and credible resources for our classes. Understanding how to navigate through OER and Creative Commons is your first step. The next is having a Copyright Cheat sheet to keep you covered when using any form of multimedia or printed resource.
  • Max Class Size: 25

87. Gifted Network Meeting

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 11/14/2023

Meeting Times: 11/14/2023, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

The gifted network provides an opportunity for gifted educators to discuss and collaborate with their peers on issues at the federal, state and local level that impact the delivery of gifted services. Each meeting will begin with time devoted to updates on gifted issues and professional development. The remaining time will be allocated for open dialogue among the participants and an opportunity to develop GIEPs with support from fellow gifted educators.

Note: During this professional learning activity, we may capture portions of the learning experiences on video to showcase and market programs and services. If you have any major objections to this, please communicate with the lead facilitator.
  • Max Class Size: 30

88. STEELS Teacher Leader PLC

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 11/14/2023

Meeting Times: 4:00pm - 5:00pm

The STEELS Teacher Leader PLC is a collaborative gathering of educators who share a passion for leading the charge for the implementation of the new PA STEELS standards. The purpose of the meeting is to provide a platform for teacher leaders to discuss and share best practices, resources, and strategies for promoting high-quality education in their schools and communities. The meeting also provides opportunities for networking and building relationships with other like-minded educators, as well as brainstorming and planning for future initiatives. The STEELS Teacher Leader PLC meeting aims to empower educators to become effective leaders in promoting high-quality education and inspiring the next generation of innovators and problem solvers.
  • Max Class Size: 60

89. STEM Charter Council

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 11/14/2023

Meeting Times: 11:00am - 12:00pm

The STEM Charter Council meeting brings together charter school educators and administrators dedicated to promoting excellence in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) education. The council convenes bi-monthly to discuss and strategize ways to improve STEM programs in charter schools and ensure that students are equipped with the necessary skills to succeed in the 21st-century workforce.

The meeting might involve exploring new STEM curriculum ideas, discussing professional development opportunities for teachers, and identifying partnerships with local businesses and universities to provide students with real-world experiences. These meetings are driven by the commitment to advancing STEM education and creating opportunities for all students to excel in these critical subject areas.
  • Max Class Size: 30

90. Strategies for Differentiating Math Instruction

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 11/14/2023

Meeting Times: Tuesday, November 14, 9:00am - 3:00pm

Are you a math teacher or coach looking to improve your differentiation instruction skills and meet the needs of all your learners? Our upcoming math workshop is designed just for you. Led by experienced math educators, this workshop will focus on strategies for effectively differentiating math instruction to reach all learners, regardless of their skill level or background knowledge.

During this workshop, you will learn how to use pre-assessments to identify student needs, support instruction through the use of tiered assignments and flexible grouping, and provide targeted support and enrichment for students who require it. You will also explore ways to incorporate technology and other resources to support differentiated instruction in the math classroom.

In addition to the practical strategies and techniques, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with other math teachers, share your own experiences and ideas, and engage in hands-on activities to reinforce your learning. Whether you are a new or experienced math teacher, this workshop will provide you with valuable insights and tools to support differentiated instruction in your classroom and help all of your students succeed. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your math instruction to the next level!
  • Max Class Size: 25

91. Child Accounting Fundamentals

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 11/16/2023 to 11/17/2023

Meeting Times: 8am to 4pm, 30 minutes for lunch

The Child Accounting Fundamentals course will train new Child Accounting staff on specific Child Accounting collection information and tasks. The course covers outplaced students, verifying 1305/1306 students' documentation, reviewing policies and procedures related to Child Accounting and registration, 4605s, homelessness, and guardianship affidavits. The course also prepares participants to upload files into PIMS.

This course includes two days of classroom instruction and one day of customized coaching. Classroom instruction includes interactive presentations, hands-on activities, and group discussions. Coaching includes 1-to-1 support with your LEAs PIMS data and Student Information System. Coaching can be broken down into three 2.5-hour sessions or five 1.5-hour sessions scheduled at your convenience. Coaching hours must be used within 90 days of classroom instruction.


#Fundamentals
#PIMS
  • Max Class Size: 5

92. 2023 STEM Expo: Authentic Exploration

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: K-12 educators and administrators investigating Makerspace best practices, STEM technologies and innovative instructional strategies

Dates: 11/30/2023

Meeting Times: Thursday, November 30th, 8:30am-1:30pm

Location: FluxSpace, 60 Buttonwood St, Norristown, PA 19401

At the STEM Expo, join educators, experts and providers to discover solutions for creating STEM learning experiences that inspire authentic exploration. Explore the resources and materials that support the implementation of the new science, technology, engineering, ecology, and environmental literacy standards. Participants will be immersed in hands-on exploration and discussion connected to equitable access and student growth in STEM.

Agenda
8:30 am Sign-in opens
8:30 am to 1:30 pm Innovation Playground
9:30am to 11:30 am Innovation Connection
12:00 pm Lunch available
1:00 pm to 1:30 pm: Raffles & Closing

The Innovation Playground provides opportunities to discuss and collaborate on the integration of STEM learning experiences and to tinker with new technologies. The playground features the latest in STEM and the new science standard educational tools, toys and resources. Participants interact with products, consultants and providers. Gaining first-hand experience is the first step to developing a solid plan for practical application in classrooms and schools.

The Innovation Connection is a series of mini-workshops that explore how to implement specific solutions, how to integrate associated activities into the curriculum and what to expect in terms of outcomes. Expo participants will be able to opt into the sessions on site. A schedule will be posted to STEM Expo webpage.

Best for: All educators and specialists responsible for creating STEM and innovative instructional environments

#CCIUinnovate
#STEM2324
  • Max Class Size: 200

93. OpenSciEd Community of Practice

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 12/5/2023

Meeting Times: 4:00pm - 5:00pm

CCIU is excited to offer an OpenSciEd Community of Practice designed to foster a network of science educators who are committed to advancing the use OpenSciEd practices and curriculum in their classrooms. In this network, participants will collaborate with fellow educators to develop strategies for adapting and implementing OpenSciEd. The CoP will support educators in creating a toolkit of practical ideas and resources for OpenSciEd.
  • Max Class Size: 30

94. Foundations of Restorative Practices for Educators

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 12/6/2023 to 12/7/2023

Meeting Times: Wednesday and Thursday, December 7 and 8, 2023

Foster positive classroom and school culture

Building and strengthening relationships and community is a critical component of school culture. Restorative practices is an essential process for creating a positive learning environment, building social capital, and resolving relational issues.

During this two-day introductory experience, you will learn the fundamental theory and practices for engaging through the lens of restorative practices with students, staff, and parents in your school setting.

Topics include the importance of being explicit about practice, how to set high expectations while being supportive, and ways to build community in your setting. We will discuss giving direct feedback and asking questions that foster accountability, as well as utilizing effective methods to resolve common conflicts.

You will learn to apply the restorative practices continuum, understanding which restorative processes are best for achieving certain goals or responding to particular situations. We will focus specifically on facilitating circles, an essential process for creating a positive learning environment and school culture. Circles can be used both proactively and responsively to build social capital, sustain relationships, address social problems, and respond when harm occurs. Participants will spend time planning circles to use in their schools immediately.

Designed for: K-12 teachers, staff, and administrators.
  • Max Class Size: 60

95. PIMS Fundamentals

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 12/6/2023 to 12/7/2023

Meeting Times: 8am to 4pm, 30 minutes for lunch

The PIMS Fundamentals course will assist new PIMS Administrators in getting started on their PIMS journey. The course provides participants with an introduction to PIMS, an explanation of the PIMS manuals and calendars, uploading data to PIMS, PIMS Resources, PASecureID, PIMS Reports V2, Submitting ACSs, and Excel file guidance.

This course includes two days of classroom instruction and one day of customized coaching. Classroom instruction includes interactive presentations, hands-on activities, and group discussions. Coaching includes 1-to-1 support with your LEAs PIMS data and Student Information System. Coaching can be broken down into three 2.5-hour sessions or five 1.5-hour sessions scheduled at your convenience. Coaching hours must be used within 90 days of classroom instruction.


#Fundamentals #PIMS
  • Max Class Size: 5

96. Diving Deeper with Desmos

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 12/7/2023

Meeting Times: Thursday, December 7, 9:00am - 12:00pm

If you're looking to elevate your math instruction and engage your students in a whole new way, then you won't want to miss our upcoming math workshop! Our workshop will focus on the powerful online graphing calculator Desmos and its built-in features, like the activity builder, that can support and enhance math instruction. You'll learn how to create interactive activities, explore real-world scenarios, and collaborate with other educators to design engaging lessons that will help your students develop a deeper understanding of mathematical concepts.

Whether you're a seasoned math teacher or new to the profession, this workshop is sure to provide you with valuable tools and strategies that you can start using in your classroom right away. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to take your math instruction to the next level with Desmos!
  • Max Class Size: 40

97. Instructional Coaching Network

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Instructional coaches and teachers who have dedicated instructional coaching time in their work day, open to Chester County coaches only.

Dates: 12/8/2023

Meeting Times: 12/8/2023, 8:30am - 11:30am

The CCIU PIIC Coaching Network meetings provide monthly opportunities for Instructional Coaches to engage in job-specific professional learning and work with and learn from coaches from across Chester County.

Note: During this professional learning activity, we may capture portions of the learning experiences on video to showcase and market programs and services. If you have any objections to this, please communicate with the lead facilitator. Thank you.
  • Max Class Size: 35

98. Child Accounting Fundamentals

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 12/13/2023 to 12/14/2023

Meeting Times: 8am to 4pm, 30 minutes for lunch

The Child Accounting Fundamentals course will train new Child Accounting staff on specific Child Accounting collection information and tasks. The course covers outplaced students, verifying 1305/1306 students' documentation, reviewing policies and procedures related to Child Accounting and registration, 4605s, homelessness, and guardianship affidavits. The course also prepares participants to upload files into PIMS.

This course includes two days of classroom instruction and one day of customized coaching. Classroom instruction includes interactive presentations, hands-on activities, and group discussions. Coaching includes 1-to-1 support with your LEAs PIMS data and Student Information System. Coaching can be broken down into three 2.5-hour sessions or five 1.5-hour sessions scheduled at your convenience. Coaching hours must be used within 90 days of classroom instruction.


#Fundamentals
#PIMS
  • Max Class Size: 5

99. MTSS Network

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 12/14/2023

Meeting Times: 12:00pm- 3:00pm

This MTSS Network meeting is designed for district and school administration. The goal is to provide an opportunity to meet field contemporaries within the county to collaborate and share ideas, challenges, and best practices. We want the CCIU MTSS Network to represent a diverse group of educational leaders that want to be a catalyst for change and to make a commitment to working collaboratively with home teams across the county. We want our participants to walk away feeling motivated and equipped to make those changes happen.
  • Max Class Size: 60

100. Elementary Math Network

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Any math teacher or instructional coach

Dates: 12/19/2023

Meeting Times: Monday, December 19, 2023, 12:30pm - 3:30pm

This network is for any elementary math education professional looking to enhance their math teaching practices. These network meetings will bring us together for a 3 hour afternoon session taking place from 12:30 - 3:30 at the Chester County Intermediate Unit. Educators will gain a comprehensive understanding of the most effective mathematical teaching practices that are in line with the developmental progressions and trajectories of children. The sessions will be structured to provide participants with opportunities for professional development, networking with other math educators from across the county, and time to create an action plan based on their newly acquired knowledge. By participating in this network, educators will be better equipped to provide their students with high-quality math instruction that supports their learning and success. The program will cover various Topics and Focus Strands, such as:

- Early Numeracy and Student Learning Progressions
- Developing math fluency by transitioning from conceptual to abstract learning
- Types of assessments, including universal screeners, diagnostic, common formative assessments, summative assessments, and mastery of learning
- Interventions spanning from Tier 1 to Tier 3 and Progress Monitoring
- Problem Solving using rich tasks with low floor, high ceiling approach, and SBI (Schema Based Instruction)
  • Max Class Size: 35

101. Secondary Math Network

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 12/19/2023

Meeting Times: Monday, December 19, 2023, 8:00am - 11:00am

This network is for any math teacher, coach, specialist or other math education professional looking to enhance their math teaching practices. These network meetings will bring us together for a 3 hour morning session taking place from 8am - 11am at the Chester County Intermediate Unit.

During the secondary-level sessions, educators will participate in a range of themes that have been carefully crafted to improve their teaching practices and enhance student learning. Participants can expect each session to be structured in a way that promotes professional development, networking opportunities with other math educators from across the county, and time to create an action plan based on their newly acquired knowledge.

The following themes will be covered during the sessions:

- Session 1: Student Engagement, Autonomy, and Collaboration
- Session 2: Rich Mathematical Tasks and Questioning
- Session 3: Spaces and Places: Mathematics Classroom Environment and Community
- Session 4: Assessment, Evaluation, and Reflective Practices
  • Max Class Size: 35