Frontline Education

1. PREPaRE Core Workshop 2 (WS2) Mental Health Crisis Interventions: Responding to an Acute Traumatic Stressor in Schools

Program: Early Childhood & Student Services (ECSS)

Audience: Workshop 2- Mental Health Crisis Interventions: Responding to an Acute Traumatic Stressor in Schools is for individuals who are school mental health professionals, including school psychologists, school counselors, school social workers, as well as behavior specialists, nurses, and local community mental health providers. Individuals should attend as part of a school or LEA team.

Dates: 10/21/2025 to 10/22/2025

Location: Rohrbach Room

The PREPaRE curriculum is a two-part training developed by the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) that addresses both crisis prevention and response. Dependent upon an individual's role in the school/ LEA team, they may attend only one or both workshops. The PREPaRE Workshops are designed to be completed by school teams. PREPaRE Workshops provide a framework for schools or LEAS that require administrative support and a team approach to contextualize to their setting and implement with a team approach. PREPARE Core Workshop 2 (WS2) Mental Health Crisis Interventions: Responding to an Acute Traumatic Stressor in Schools is a two-day training focused on mental health intervention and recovery following any type of crisis. Participants will: 1. Report reduced anxiety and fear associated with the provision of school mental health crisis interventions; 2. Report increased knowledge and confidence associated with the provision of school mental health crisis interventions; 3. Identify variables that help to estimate the number of individuals traumatized by a crisis; 4. Recognize the difference between common crisis reactions and mental illness; 5. Identify the elements of school crisis preparedness specified by the PREPaRE acronym; 6. Recognize risk factors that predict psychological trauma; 7. Identify the warning signs that indicate psychological trauma; 8. Place PREPaRE mental health crisis interventions on a multitiered continuum ranging from least to most restrictive; and 9. Match the degree of psychological trauma risk to the appropriate school crisis interventions.

2. McKinney-Vento Training Program: Special Populations - March 12, 2026

Program: Early Childhood & Student Services (ECSS)

Dates: 11/13/2025

*DATE CORRECTION - MARCH 12, 2026* This session provides an overview of three special populations often impacted by the McKinney-Vento Act, immigrant youth, LGBTQ youth, and early childhood-age children. For new and seasoned Homeless Liaisons, building-level liaisons, and any student support staff. To receive the Zoom link, you must also register at https://berksiu.zoom.us/meeting/register/v6UmWPFIRRei4vym4BcOYQ

3. Round Table Discussion- Suspension and Expulsion Plans

Program: Early Childhood & Student Services (ECSS)

Audience: PKC/HSSAP Administrators and Stakeholders

Dates: 1/13/2026

At our next County Collaboration Leadership meeting, we will engage in a focused roundtable discussion on Suspension and Expulsion Plans. This session will provide leaders with an opportunity to review current practices and strengthen consistency across programs. During our time together, we will:

• Review the Policy Acknowledgement from OCDEL

• Review the IECMH Resources

• Examine PKC regulations specific to suspension and expulsion

• Collaborate and share current practices within your organization

• Participate in a roundtable discussion to explore practices, challenges, and strategies for implementation This collaborative conversation aims to support aligned practices, compliance with state guidance, and high-quality outcomes for children and families. Snow make-up day Tuesday, January 20, 2026

4. PBIS Tier 1 - Day 1 | Overview

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Audience: Professionals only; by invitation only

Dates: 1/22/2026

Location: Commonwealth AB

This module aims to build the capacity of participants to serve on a Tier 1 Team by 1) providing definitions and components of SWPBIS and 2) positioning teams to engage in effective teaming and action planning with the use of fidelity tools. This module also ensures that all team members develop an in-depth understanding of the importance of establishing school-wide behavioral expectations. In addition to establishing positively stated expectations, this module will require team members to create a behavior matrix that defines the stated behavioral expectations across all settings of the school community. Team members will also work together to generate a plan for obtaining staff and student feedback on the expectations and matrix. This training is only open to invited teams and a building administrator is required to attend each session. All participants must sign up for all 3 days of PBIS training. Convey the evidence-based benefits of installing and implementing SWPBIS. Provide definitions, common language, and structures relevant to a SWPBIS that will encourage cohesive teaming. Identify team roles and responsibilities Introduce the team to a problem-solving cycle and fidelity tools. Acquire an understanding of the importance of behavioral expectations. Develop behavioral expectations and matrix addressing all aspects of the school community. Create a plan for obtaining feedback related to expectations and matrix. Any questions, please contact Claribel Reyes

5. School Attendance Training Session - Winter 2026

Program: Early Childhood & Student Services (ECSS)

Dates: 2/3/2026

Location: Commonwealth A

The purpose of this session is to provide school personnel who are new to the school attendance process (or would like a refresher) a basic understanding of the Pa Compulsory Attendance Law, the PDE BEC and the process that needs to be followed especially in Berks County and the resources available for assistance. The workshop will include information about holding a School Attendance Improvement Conference and completing the School Attendance Improvement Plan. The Berks County Protocol and the Advancing School Attendance Program will be reviewed.

Target Audience: Assistant Principals, Attendance Secretaries, School Social Workers, Home School Visitors, and anyone else with a primary responsibility for attendance letters, Student Attendance Improvement Conferences, referrals to ASAP and/or citations.

6. Literacy Leaders Network Meeting

Program: Professional Development

Audience: Attendees are designated by their district and could include administrators, coaches, reading specialists/lead teachers

Dates: 2/5/2026

Location: 445 W. Barkley St. Topton, PA 19562

Literacy Leaders Network Meetings are a valuable opportunity for literacy leaders from across Berks County to come together in support of literacy excellence. Members of this network are determined by district administration. Each network meeting will offer: Key updates from PDE and professional organizations; Opportunities to collaborate, problem-solve, and share best practices; Space to engage with job-alike peers in meaningful conversation; Support for standards-aligned systems for English Language Arts. Whether you're looking to strengthen your district's literacy systems, connect with colleagues, or stay informed on current initiatives-this network is for you. If you have questions regarding the content of the session, please contact Liz O'Brien (eliobr@berksiu.org). If you have questions regarding the registration process or Act 48 credits, please contact Claribel Reyes at clarey@berksiu.org.

7. Untangling Executive Function Skills

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Audience: General Education Educators, Special Education Educators, Related Service Providers, Administrators

Dates: 2/11/2026

Location: Commonwealth AB

This comprehensive training is designed for professionals aiming to deepen their understanding of executive function (EF) skills and their pivotal role in learning and development. Participants will explore the foundational aspects of EF, its impact on learning, and practical strategies to support skill development.

Objectives

- Define Executive Functioning and Its Impact on Learning

- Identify the Three Core Areas of Executive Functioning

- Explore Common Instructional Approaches and Resources

- Explore Techniques for Repetition and Practice through Hands On Activities

Any questions, please contact Sandy Webber at sanweb@berksiu.org or 610-987-8532.

Professional development sessions are offered for Berks County Intermediate Unit member district staff and staff from organizations supporting students from Berks County member districts. Additionally, sessions are offered for Pennsylvania districts per contracted work that falls under the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) Statewide System of Support services. Fees will apply to all other participants as listed in the Frontline registration.

8. Pediatric First Aid w/ CPR - (8:00am - 12:30pm) Recommended for Early Intervention Providers

Program: Safety & Operations

Audience: All

Dates: 2/12/2026

Location: Commonwealth A Room

American Health & Safety Institute - Pediatric First Aid with CPR. Includes instruction in Adult, Child, Infant and AED. Certification is good for 2 years. Any questions regarding this course, please contact Rodney Good at 610-987-8615.

9. Pediatric First Aid w/ CPR - (8:00am - 12:30pm) Recommended for Early Intervention Providers

Program: Safety & Operations

Audience: All

Dates: 2/16/2026

Location: Commonwealth A Room

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American Health & Safety Institute - Pediatric First Aid with CPR. Includes instruction in Adult, Child, Infant and AED. Certification is good for 2 years. Any questions regarding this course, please contact Rodney Good at 610-987-8615.

10. ACTS: Autism Classroom Training Series

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Audience: Classroom teachers, internal coaches (current or new), paraprofessionals, related service providers, BCBA’s, and administrators.

Dates: 2/18/2026 to 3/25/2026

Location: Lausch Building - 200 Elm Street, Reading, PA 1960

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This three-day training series will provide training in evidence based practices as they relate to applied behavior analytic interventions. This series will focus on skills related to teaching students with autism and related developmental disorders. The series includes a brief overview of guidelines for the student assessment tool, the VB-MAPP, and how to derive student programs based on the assessment outcomes.

Attendance for all three days is required, as each training builds upon the previously taught skills. It is STRONGLY encouraged that classroom teams attend this training series together.

Participants will develop an understanding of and/or demonstrate the following skills:

- Identification of the verbal operants and other concepts

- Create a structured classroom schedule

- Create card sort systems for teaching

- Procedures for intensive teaching (discrete trial instruction)

- Basic mand training

- How to establish cooperation (instructional control)

- Problem behavior management strategies

If you have any questions, please contact Sandy Webber at berksiu.org or 610-987-8532.

11. Transition Coordinators Meeting (TC Meeting)

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Audience: Berks County Transition Coordinators

Dates: 2/18/2026

Location: Commonwealth AB

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Berks County Transition Coordinators Meeting

If you have any questions, please contact V at clarey@berksiu.org or 610-987-8425.

12. IU14 Data Quality Network (DQN) Meeting - February 2026

Program: Information Technology

Audience: LEA Data Teams, Data Analysts, Data Personnel, PIMS Administrators

Dates: 2/18/2026

Location: Roosevelt

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PIMS Data Quality Network (DQN) Meeting - February 2026. Visit https://www.padqn.com/ for agenda.

13. EI Full Staff In-Service/Team Data Meeting

Program: Early Childhood & Student Services (ECSS)

Dates: 2/19/2026

Location: TBD

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Mandatory meeting for all EI staff.

14. Virtual Academy Coordinators' Meeting

Program: Professional Development

Audience: Online Learning Network Group

Dates: 2/19/2026

Location: Virtual Meeting/Roosevelt Room

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The virtual academy directors and coordinators in Berks County are meeting to discuss, share and compare each district's online program. The objective of the meeting is to collaborate and implement best practices for operating a successful online program. If you'd like to network with the group, please join us. Just be sure to register for each month you are planning to attend.

15. "Keep Current" EI Training

Program: Early Childhood & Student Services (ECSS)

Dates: 2/20/2026

Location: 174

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Training for the new system called "Keep Current" which is replacing "Team Sync".

16. Regional Instructional Technology Collaboration- February Gathering

Program: Professional Development

Audience: K-12 Instructional/technology coaches and leaders

Dates: 2/20/2026

Location: Virtual- Zoom to be emailed

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Join us for the Regional Instructional Technology Consultancy (RITC) - Show and Tell Edition, a virtual event where participants share tools, strategies, and success stories in an open-spaces format. This collaborative session is designed to spark innovation and strengthen connections among instructional technology leaders. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from your peers and contribute your own insights!

17. BSPA-Takeaways from Out-of-State, Statewide MTSS Implementation, Bonus: Supporting Students Experiencing Parental Military Deployment

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Audience: Berks School Psychologists

Dates: 2/20/2026

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BSPA Meeting:

Presenters: BSPA Officers

This meeting is only available to those who hold a valid school psychologist certification/credential and/or are currently enrolled in a school psychology training program.

18. BCIU Instructional Coach Collaborative (CMC) Network Meeting

Program: Professional Development

Audience: Instructional Coaches

Dates: 2/24/2026

Location: Commonwealth A

The BCIU CMC Network provides instructional coaches throughout Berks County the opportunity to learn from and with job-alike peers, provide and receive support from other coaches and mentors, and share issues, concerns and solutions. Each meeting includes: networking time, professional learning opportunities, time for reflection and planning, and IU updates. Act 48 credits will be awarded for each meeting attended upon completion of an evaluation in Frontline Education.If you have questions regarding the content of the session, please contact Instructional Coach Mentor, Liz O'Brien (eliobr@berksiu.org). If you have questions regarding the registration process or Act 48 credits, please contact Claribel Reyes at clarey@berksiu.org.

19. CANCELED - Introduction to Universal Design for Learning (UDL) - PROFESSIONALS ONLY

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Audience: Professionals Only: Designed for General Education and Special Education teachers

Dates: 2/25/2026

Location: Commonwealth AB

This professional development session explores Universal Design for Learning (UDL), a framework aimed at improving teaching and learning for every student. Educators will discover how to create adaptable learning environments and resources that support diverse learning needs. The session offers practical strategies for applying UDL principles to build inclusive classrooms that promote multiple ways of engaging with content, representing information, and expressing learning-ensuring all students have equitable access to success.

Professional development sessions are offered for Berks County Intermediate Unit member district staff and staff from organizations supporting students from Berks County member districts. Additionally, sessions are offered for Pennsylvania districts per contracted work that falls under the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) Statewide System of Support services. Fees will apply to all other participants as listed in the Frontline Education registration.

If you have any questions, please contact Sandy Webber at sanweb@berksiu.org or 610-987-8532.

20. Building you AAC Team

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Audience: Speech pathologists, special education teachers, paraprofessionals, administrators

Dates: 2/26/2026

Location: Commonwealth B

As the number of students using augmentative/alternative communication (AAC) systems continues to increase, implementation of these customized systems becomes more challenging. This full-day workshop will provide educators and administrators with ideas of "what to do next” when a student is beginning his or her journey with a dedicated system or is an established AAC system user. This workshop is designed as a team approach to implementing a communication system. Participants will Identify key staff needed for an effective AAC team and the strengths each brings to the team Review the assessment process that leads teams to choosing an AAC system Identify common barriers to successful AAC implementation and discuss strategies to address these challenges Highlight classroom wide resources that support all staff in implementing AAC Review a resource to support continued implementation as students move to new classroom settings.

21. Teaching Safety Skills to Reduce the Risk of Sexual Abuse for Diverse Learners

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Audience: Educators, School Counselors, School Psychologists, School Nurses, Social Workers, and Administrators

Dates: 2/26/2026

Location: Commonwealth A

According to the International Journal for Environmental Research and Public Health, "Individuals with severe intellectual disabilities exhibited the highest prevalence of sexual abuse at 67%, followed by those with moderate (34.3%) and mild (24.3%) disabilities. Through this training, participants will: -Identify high-priority functional skills related to the reduced risk of sexual assault. -Identify instruction and support models and resources. -Identify community partners and resources. The day will feature a panel of local experts, as well as support for action planning and networking for both first-time attendees and returning participants seeking to advance their background knowledge and practice.

Professional development sessions are offered for Berks County Intermediate Unit member district staff and staff from organizations supporting students from Berks County member districts. Additionally, sessions are offered for Pennsylvania districts per contracted work that falls under the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) Statewide System of Support services. Fees will apply to all other participants as listed in the Frontline Education registration.

If you have any questions, please contact Sandy Webber at sanweb@berksiu.org or 610-987-8532.

22. Exploring Our Environment: Local Issues, Lasting Lessons

Program: Professional Development

Audience: K-12

Dates: 2/27/2026

Location: 2910 New Holland Road Reading, PA 19607-9448

Join us at Nolde Forest Environmental Education Center for a hands-on workshop exploring environmental literacy and sustainability in Berks County. Educators will learn about key local environmental issues, and discover strategies for guiding students in identifying and investigating issues in their own communities. Participants will leave with practical ideas and resources to integrate environmental education into their classrooms. This workshop is designed to build confidence in helping students connect learning to real-world environmental challenges.

23. School-Based Mental Health Crisis Response Team - Tabletop Exercise

Program: Early Childhood & Student Services (ECSS)

Audience: School Crisis Teams & Flight Team Members. It is recommended that participants complete PREPaRE 2 training prior to attending this session.

Dates: 3/3/2026

Location: BCIU Main Office - Commonwealth AB

This tabletop exercise, designed for school crisis teams, focuses on applying the essential components of the PREPaRE Model for Mental Health Crisis Intervention. The session will review the multitiered approach to school-based crisis interventions and supports, while also introducing the School-Based Mental Health Crisis Go-Kit. Participants will examine critical tools and protocols and practice applying them within their district's existing systems. Interactive scenarios will further support skill development by allowing teams to rehearse decision-making, communication, and coordination. It is recommended that participants complete PREPaRE 2 training prior to attending this session.

24. Sensory Integration in Early Childhood

Program: Early Childhood & Student Services (ECSS)

Audience: PKC/HSSAP Teachers, Support Staff, Administrators and Stakeholders

Dates: 3/4/2026

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This session will look briefly at how senses are processed in the brain's somatosensory and primary sensory cortices and the typical development of sensory integration from ages 3-5. Special focus will be placed on cultivating students' sensory integration, identifying red flags that a student might be struggling with sensory processing, and creating sensory-friendly spaces for those with differing sensory needs.

25. Internship Coordinators' Meeting

Program: Professional Development

Audience: Internship Coordinators, Principals

Dates: 3/5/2026

Location: Wyomissing Area District Office

Internship Coordinators' Meeting - PD, Sharing, Collaborating

26. EI Paraeducators Meeting

Program: Early Childhood & Student Services (ECSS)

Dates: 3/6/2026

Location: Virtual

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Required training for paraeducators within the EI program. Trainings are specific to EI specialized classroom and group programming regarding how to support their teachers, students, and families withing the program.

27. Para Academy-Day 5

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Audience: Paraprofessionals already in the Para Academy

Dates: 3/10/2026

Location: Hertz/Rohrbach

Day 5 of the Para Academy - registration is ONLY for those who are already in the program.

28. Berks County Transition Coordinating Council Meeting (BCTCC)

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Dates: 3/12/2026

Location: Commonwealth AB

Berks County Transition Coordinating Council (BCTCC) Meeting

If you have any questions, please contact Claribel Reyes at clarey@berksiu.org or 610-987-8425.

29. Secondary Transition Planning: Legal Briefing

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Audience: Transition Coordinators and District Administrators

Dates: 3/12/2026

Location: Commonwealth AB

Transition Coordinators and LEAs will learn about legal trends related to secondary transition planning from Sweet, Stevens, Katz & Williams LLP. There will also be an opportunity for Q&A. Objectives: To provide an opportunity for discussion and learning specifically focused on Secondary Transition Planning.

If you have any questions, please contact Claribel Reyes at clarey@berksiu.org or 610-987-8425.

30. EI Itinerant Meeting

Program: Early Childhood & Student Services (ECSS)

Dates: 3/13/2026

Location: Commonwealth A/B

Mandatory meeting for all itinerants (service delivery).

31. Introduction to Building Thinking Classrooms

Program: Professional Development

Audience: Teachers, School Leaders, & District Leaders

Dates: 3/17/2026

Location: The Blue Center at Muhlenberg School District 400

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This workshop offers insight into some of the results of 20 years of research into how teachers can transform their classrooms from a space where students mimic to where students think. The practices discussed will intertwine with, and make extensive references to, Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics (Grades K-12): 14 Teaching Practices for Enhancing Learning. Morning: We will focus on the launch, collective knowledge experiences, and consolidation practices while engaging in non-curricular tasks to see where and how these practices fit into a BTC lesson. Afternoon: We will dive deeper into the high impact practices that allow us to interface the Thinking Classrooms with teaching curriculum content. Participants will experience a full BTC lesson of a curricular task from start to finish-- including launch, task, consolidation, meaningful notes, check your understanding questions.

32. PBIS Tier 1 - Day 3 Training |Data & Discipline Procedures |Acknowledgement & Feedback Systems:

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Audience: Professionals Only - General Ed Teachers, Special Education Teachers, Administrators, School Counselors, Psychologists, BCBAs

Dates: 3/17/2026

Location: Commonwealth AB

The purpose of this module is to introduce a process for responding to student behavior. Additionally, team members will establish the use of acknowledgment systems and the importance of feedback at the universal/classroom and individual student levels. This training is only open to invited teams and a building administrator is required to attend each session. All participants must sign up for all 3 days of PBIS training. Day 1 & 2 training must be completed prior to Day 3. Please contact Heather Wamsher, TaC Program Administrator, at heawam@berksiu.org with any questions or concerns. Goals for this Module: (current outcomes) Establish importance of data collection for progress-monitoring Define office vs. classroom handle problem behaviors and define how each type of behavior problem is managed in a flow chart display. Review and revise office discipline referral forms. Engage in action planning for implementation. Identify different types of feedback. Explain how acknowledgment systems are a critical feedback mechanism for students/adult. Develop acknowledgment systems at the school-wide, classroom level, and individual level. Develop feedback protocols based on systems data analysis. Any questions, please contact Claribel Reyes Lopez at clarey@berksiu.org or 610-987-8425.

33. Safety Care INITIAL Behavioral Safety Training

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Audience: A Staff Development Opportunity for Berks County School Districts’ employees including general and special education teachers, administrators and paraprofessionals

Dates: 3/17/2026 to 3/18/2026

Location: Reading Muhlenberg Career & Technology Center 2615

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This two day training is intended to prepare staff to safely prevent and manage dangerous behavior. Staff learns to intervene professionally and therapeutically using a safe, effective approach designed to prevent or reverse escalation of problem behavior and avoid the use of restraint. Safety Care de-escalation skills work with individuals who can communicate verbally and those who cannot. Safety Care is based on an Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) model and focuses on removing/reducing environmental consequences that reinforce problem behavior.

Any questions, please contact Claribel Reyes at clarey@berksiu.org or 610-987-8425.

34. Para Academy-Day 5

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Audience: Paraprofessionals already in the Para Academy

Dates: 3/18/2026

Location: Hertz/Rohrbach

Day 5 of the Para Academy - registration is ONLY for those who are already in the program.

35. Virtual Academy Coordinators' Meeting

Program: Professional Development

Audience: Online Learning Network Group

Dates: 3/19/2026

Location: Virtual Meeting/Roosevelt Room

The virtual academy directors and coordinators in Berks County are meeting to discuss, share and compare each district's online program. The objective of the meeting is to collaborate and implement best practices for operating a successful online program. If you'd like to network with the group, please join us. Just be sure to register for each month you are planning to attend.

36. BSPA-Gifted/Twice-Exceptional Students

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Audience: Berks School Psychologists

Dates: 3/20/2026

Location: Virtual

BSPA Meeting:

Presenters: BSPA Officers

This meeting is only available to those who hold a valid school psychologist certification/credential and/or are currently enrolled in a school psychology training program.

37. EI Speech Meeting

Program: Early Childhood & Student Services (ECSS)

Dates: 3/20/2026

Location: Virtual

Mandatory meeting for EI speech therapists.

38. ESL Network Meeting

Program: Professional Development

Audience: ESL Teachers & Administrators

Dates: 3/25/2026

Location: Commonwealth A

ELD Teachers, Coordinators and Administrators you are invited to join us for an engaging session focused on collaboration, networking, and updates regarding English as a Second Language (ESL) education. Our meetings will offer valuable updates from state authorities on testing protocols and best practices, problem-solving sessions, and the development of English Language Development (ELD) strategies. This is an excellent opportunity to collaborate with colleagues, share insights, and discuss common questions regarding the education of English Language Learners (ELLs). The session will be conducted in person, providing a conducive environment for discussions and networking. We look forward to your participation and meaningful contributions to our collective efforts in supporting the ELL population in Berks County. NOTE: Fees may apply, see specifics on full registration page. Subscriber Price or no fee applies to K-12 Educators employed by Berks County Public School Districts/CTCs as paid member districts under mandated services. The general price applies to all other educators in nonpublic schools, out-of-county schools, local organizations, etc. that are not paid members.

39. PREPaRE Core Workshop 2 (WS2) Mental Health Crisis Interventions: Responding to an Acute Traumatic Stressor in Schools

Program: Early Childhood & Student Services (ECSS)

Audience: Workshop 2- Mental Health Crisis Interventions: Responding to an Acute Traumatic Stressor in Schools is for individuals who are school mental health professionals, including school psychologists, school counselors, school social workers, as well as behavior specialists, nurses, and local community mental health providers. Individuals should attend as part of a school or LEA team.

Dates: 3/25/2026 to 3/26/2026

Location: Room 173

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The PREPaRE curriculum is a two-part training developed by the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) that addresses both crisis prevention and response. Dependent upon an individual's role in the school/ LEA team, they may attend only one or both workshops. The PREPaRE Workshops are designed to be completed by school teams. PREPaRE Workshops provide a framework for schools or LEAS that require administrative support and a team approach to contextualize to their setting and implement with a team approach. PREPARE Core Workshop 2 (WS2) Mental Health Crisis Interventions: Responding to an Acute Traumatic Stressor in Schools is a two-day training focused on mental health intervention and recovery following any type of crisis. Participants will: 1. Report reduced anxiety and fear associated with the provision of school mental health crisis interventions; 2. Report increased knowledge and confidence associated with the provision of school mental health crisis interventions; 3. Identify variables that help to estimate the number of individuals traumatized by a crisis; 4. Recognize the difference between common crisis reactions and mental illness; 5. Identify the elements of school crisis preparedness specified by the PREPaRE acronym; 6. Recognize risk factors that predict psychological trauma; 7. Identify the warning signs that indicate psychological trauma; 8. Place PREPaRE mental health crisis interventions on a multitiered continuum ranging from least to most restrictive; and 9. Match the degree of psychological trauma risk to the appropriate school crisis interventions.

40. 2026 Gifted Academy/Bootcamp - Virtual Synchronous

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 3/25/2026

Location: Virtual Synchronous via Zoom - Zoom link will be s

Are you a new gifted teacher and/or case manager? Are you an administrator who supports gifted programming and services? Join us for a session exploring Chapter 16 mandates, best practices in gifted education, important gifted timelines, GIEP development, goal writing, and more! All gifted support staff are welcome - new and/or seasoned teachers and administrators.

41. Lunch & Learn - Turning Policy into Practice: Effective Support for Unaccompanied Youth

Program: Early Childhood & Student Services (ECSS)

Dates: 3/26/2026

Join ECYEH Region 2 along with Milton Hershey School for a Lunch and Learn focused on strategies for serving homeless unaccompanied youth. In-person only.

42. Lunch & Learn - Turning Policy into Practice: Effective Support for Unaccompanied Youth and the Regional Homeless Liaison and Foster Care Point of Contact Meeting

Program: Early Childhood & Student Services (ECSS)

Dates: 3/26/2026

Join ECYEH Region 2 along with Milton Hershey School for a Lunch and Learn focused on strategies for serving homeless unaccompanied youth. ECYEH Region 2's Spring Homeless Liaison and Foster Care POC meeting will also be held during this event. In-person only.

43. PBIS Tier 1 - Day 2 | Designing Lesson Plans

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Audience: Professionals only; by invitation only

Dates: 3/26/2026

Location: Commonwealth A&B

The purpose of this module is to prepare teams/schools to expand the development of establishing school-wide expectations and creating lesson plans to explicitly teach the expectations. This module will establish the importance of explicit instruction, determine a lesson plan format for the creation of the expectation, and develop a system to develop the lesson plan. This training is only open to invited teams and a building administrator is required to attend each session. All participants must sign up for all 3 days of PBIS training. Day 1 training must be completed prior to Days 2 & 3. Goals for this Module: Understand why and how to teach appropriate behavior. Identify connections to the Danielson Model. Analyze the results of the Self-Assessment Survey Identify a format for lesson plans Develop a plan to include teaching staff in the development of behavior lesson plans. Any questions, please contact Claribel Reyes

44. STEM Educators Network Meeting - March 2026

Program: Professional Development

Audience: STEM Educators

Dates: 3/26/2026

Location: Abilities In Motion, 755 Hiesters Lane, Reading, P

Join us for an engaging, hands-on session focused on Supporting ALL Learners in Your STEM Classroom, with a special emphasis on strategies and tools to support students with special needs. Participants will explore inclusive technologies such as VR, beginner-friendly Esports activities, and other innovative resources that can make STEM more accessible and meaningful for all learners. Designed for K-12 STEM educators, instructional coaches, and specialists, this session promises active learning, collaboration, and classroom-ready takeaways.

45. Lunch & Learn: Regional Homeless Liaison & Foster Care POC Meeting only

Program: Early Childhood & Student Services (ECSS)

Dates: 3/26/2026

Join us in person at the Milton-Hershey school or virtually for Region 2's Spring Homeless Liaison and Foster Care Point of Contact meeting.

46. Bridging Language & Learning: A Systems Review

Program: Professional Development

Audience: ELD Coordinators, ELD Teachers, Administrators

Dates: 4/7/2026

Location: Exeter Township District Administration Building (

This training session is designed to guide district and school teams through a comprehensive review of their Language Instructional Educational Program (LIEP) using the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) Considerations Document. The document provides a structured lens to examine key components of LIEP, including instruction, program design, procedures, school climate, family engagement, student outcomes, resource allocation, and population breakdown. During the session, teams will first explore each domain in depth, using the guiding questions to reflect on current practices and identify areas of strength and need. In the second half of the day, participants will analyze their findings and begin planning for targeted improvements in the upcoming school year. This planning process will include identifying areas that may require additional support or professional development, setting measurable goals, and establishing timelines for implementation. The Considerations Document includes built-in instructions to support teams throughout the process, ensuring a productive and actionable experience.

47. Pediatric First Aid w/ CPR - (8:00am - 12:30pm) Recommended for Early Intervention Providers

Program: Safety & Operations

Audience: All

Dates: 4/10/2026

Location: TBD

American Health & Safety Institute - Pediatric First Aid with CPR. Includes instruction in Adult, Child, Infant and AED. Certification is good for 2 years. Any questions regarding this course, please contact Rodney Good at 610-987-8615.

48. Literacy Leaders Network Meeting

Program: Professional Development

Audience: Attendees are designated by their district and could include administrators, coaches, reading specialists/lead teachers

Dates: 4/14/2026

Location: 801 N. Richmond Street, Fleetwood, PA 19522

Literacy Leaders Network Meetings are a valuable opportunity for literacy leaders from across Berks County to come together in support of literacy excellence. Members of this network are determined by district administration. Each network meeting will offer: Key updates from PDE and professional organizations; Opportunities to collaborate, problem-solve, and share best practices; Space to engage with job-alike peers in meaningful conversation; Support for standards-aligned systems for English Language Arts. Whether you're looking to strengthen your district's literacy systems, connect with colleagues, or stay informed on current initiatives-this network is for you. If you have questions regarding the content of the session, please contact Liz O'Brien (eliobr@berksiu.org). If you have questions regarding the registration process or Act 48 credits, please contact Claribel Reyes at clarey@berksiu.org.

49. Safety Care RECERTIFICATION Behavioral Safety Training

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Audience: Berks County School District General and Special Education who hold CURRENT Safety-Care certification

Dates: 4/14/2026

Location: Reading Muhlenberg Career & Technology Center 2615

Wait List

This one-day re-certification training is intended to refresh previously learned skills and maintain trainee compliance with Safety Care standards. Safety-Care training is intended to prepare staff to safely prevent and manage dangerous behavior. Staff learns to intervene professionally and therapeutically using a safe, effective approach designed to prevent or reverse escalation of problem behavior and avoid the use of restraint. Safety-Care de-escalation skills work with individuals who can communicate verbally and those who cannot. Safety-Care is based on an Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) model and focuses on removing/reducing environmental consequences that reinforce problem behavior.

Any questions, please contact Claribel Reyes at clarey@berksiu.org or 610-987-8425.

50. Ready, SETT, Go! Using the SETT framework (½ day: Communication; ½ day: Academics)

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Audience: special education administrators, special education teachers, speech language pathologists, school psychologists, BCBA

Dates: 4/15/2026

Location: Commonwealth AB

Determining appropriate assistive technology can seem like a daunting task best left to the experts, but school teams are the experts in their student's needs. Team participation and responsibility are key factors in effective choice and sustained use of all forms of assistive technology. This training will cover how to use the SETT framework with a school team to gather information in determining if assistive technology is needed to support both academic and communication needs. We will also review how and where information can be included in an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) to document assistive technology. Participants will Identify key staff roles needed for an effective assistive technology SETT meeting/input Identify the components of the SETT Identify sources of information and data for inclusion in a SETT Review sources of information to identify assistive technologies for trial Develop trial procedures and data collection systems to document the process Identify barriers to effective assistive technology implementation Review documentation of assistive technology in the IEP.

51. PBIS Tier 1 - Day 1 | Overview

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Audience: Professionals only; by invitation only

Dates: 4/16/2026

Location: To be Determined

This module aims to build the capacity of participants to serve on a Tier 1 Team by 1) providing definitions and components of SWPBIS and 2) positioning teams to engage in effective teaming and action planning with the use of fidelity tools. This module also ensures that all team members develop an in-depth understanding of the importance of establishing school-wide behavioral expectations. In addition to establishing positively stated expectations, this module will require team members to create a behavior matrix that defines the stated behavioral expectations across all settings of the school community. Team members will also work together to generate a plan for obtaining staff and student feedback on the expectations and matrix. This training is only open to invited teams and a building administrator is required to attend each session. All participants must sign up for all 3 days of PBIS training. Convey the evidence-based benefits of installing and implementing SWPBIS. Provide definitions, common language, and structures relevant to a SWPBIS that will encourage cohesive teaming. Identify team roles and responsibilities Introduce the team to a problem-solving cycle and fidelity tools. Acquire an understanding of the importance of behavioral expectations. Develop behavioral expectations and matrix addressing all aspects of the school community. Create a plan for obtaining feedback related to expectations and matrix.

52. Teachers of the Gifted Network Meeting - April 2026

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 4/16/2026

Location: Location of this meeting is TBD

Gifted support teachers, principals, and gifted education supervisors are invited to join us for professional learning and networking and collaboration with peers.
NOTE: Fees may apply, see specifics on full registration page. Subscriber Price or no fee applies to K-12 Educators employed by Berks County Public School Districts/CTCs as paid member districts under mandated services. The general price applies to all other educators in nonpublic schools, out-of-county schools, local organizations, etc. that are not paid members.

53. BSPA-Secondary Transition with PaTTAN

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Audience: Berks School Psychologists

Dates: 4/17/2026

Location: Virtual

BSPA Meeting:

Presenters: BSPA Officers

This meeting is only available to those who hold a valid school psychologist certification/credential and/or are currently enrolled in a school psychology training program.

54. Transition Coordinators Meeting (TC Meeting)

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Audience: Berks County Transition Coordinators

Dates: 4/21/2026

Location: Commonwealth AB

Berks County Transition Coordinators Meeting

If you have any questions, please contact V at clarey@berksiu.org or 610-987-8425.

55. Virtual Academy Coordinators' Meeting

Program: Professional Development

Audience: Online Learning Network Group

Dates: 4/23/2026

Location: Virtual Meeting/Roosevelt Room

The virtual academy directors and coordinators in Berks County are meeting to discuss, share and compare each district's online program. The objective of the meeting is to collaborate and implement best practices for operating a successful online program. If you'd like to network with the group, please join us. Just be sure to register for each month you are planning to attend.

56. "Keep Current" EI Training

Program: Early Childhood & Student Services (ECSS)

Dates: 4/24/2026

Location: 174

New

Training for the new system called "Keep Current" which is replacing "Team Sync".

57. EI AT Training

Program: Early Childhood & Student Services (ECSS)

Dates: 4/24/2026

Location: Room 173

1. AT Process (zoom) 2. Starting and Implementing AT in Community Settings 3. Beyond modeling: Explicit instruction with AT

58. McKinney-Vento Training Program: How to Provide MKV Training

Program: Early Childhood & Student Services (ECSS)

Dates: 4/28/2026

This session provides strategies and techniques for providing McKinney-Vento training and will help liaisons feel confident in communicating key information to school staff and community partners. For liaisons and building-level liaisons. To receive the Zoom link, you must also register at https://berksiu.zoom.us/meeting/register/64uCCOGDT6GjwalxDSEJNg

59. From Panic to Prepared: Berks County K-12 Cybersecurity Tabletop

Program: Professional Development

Audience: This collaborative event will bring together district IT leaders, administrators, and communications and safety professionals.

Dates: 4/29/2026

Location: Muhlenberg School District, Blue Center

New

The Berks County Intermediate Unit is proud to host a county-wide Cybersecurity Tabletop Exercise designed exclusively for Berks County school districts and career and technology centers. This collaborative event will bring together district IT leaders, administrators, and safety professionals to strengthen cyber readiness and enhance coordinated response capabilities across our schools.

Participants will engage in a dynamic, scenario-based workshop simulating real-world cybersecurity incidents that challenge communication, decision-making, and recovery strategies. This is an invaluable opportunity to test preparedness, share best practices, and strengthen partnerships across the education community.

Together, we're building a stronger, more resilient cybersecurity culture for every school in Berks County.

Refreshments: Continental breakfast and drinks, and Box lunches
What to Bring: Laptop, Copies of your Incident Response Plan, Communications Plan, and Disaster Recovery Plan

60. PREPaRE Core Workshop 1 (WS1) Comprehensive School Safety Planning: Prevention Through Recovery

Program: Safety & Operations

Audience: School crisis teams, school mental health personnel, administrators, community liaisons, school resource officers, and any other professionals and support staff that will be involved in crisis planning/preparation.

Dates: 4/29/2026

Location: Commonwealth A

The PREPaRE curriculum is a two-part training developed by the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) that addresses both crisis prevention and response. Dependent upon an individual's role in the school/LEA team, they may attend only one or both workshops. The PREPaRE Workshops are designed to be completed by school teams. PREPaRE Workshops provide a framework for schools or LEAS that require administrative support and a team approach to contextualize to their setting and implement with a team approach. PREPaRE Core Workshop 1 (WS1) Comprehensive School Safety Planning: Prevention Through Recovery is a one-day training focused on prevention and preparedness within a comprehensive school safety framework. Participants will: 1. Identify the mission phases of crisis management; 2. Describe the critical importance of and components necessary for a balanced approach to comprehensive school safety and crisis preparedness; 3. Identify how to evaluate and implement physical and psychological safety efforts; 4. Identify the purpose, functions, and guiding principles of developing comprehensive safety and crisis teams and plans to include prevention. mitigation, protection, and response; 5. Identify the critical components, including when developing specific functional and threat- or hazard-specific protocols; 6. Identify the major functions of the Incident Command System (ICS); 7. Articulate specific strategies to address challenges associated with media/social media, communication, reunification, and memorials; 8. Describe how to meet diverse needs, including various cultures and students with disabilities; and identify strategies for examining effectiveness of crisis prevention and preparedness.

61. ESL Network Meeting

Program: Professional Development

Audience: ESL Teachers & Administrators

Dates: 5/5/2026

Location: Commonwealth A

ELD Teachers, Coordinators and Administrators you are invited to join us for an engaging session focused on collaboration, networking, and updates regarding English as a Second Language (ESL) education. Our meetings will offer valuable updates from state authorities on testing protocols and best practices, problem-solving sessions, and the development of English Language Development (ELD) strategies. This is an excellent opportunity to collaborate with colleagues, share insights, and discuss common questions regarding the education of English Language Learners (ELLs). The session will be conducted in person, providing a conducive environment for discussions and networking. We look forward to your participation and meaningful contributions to our collective efforts in supporting the ELL population in Berks County. NOTE: Fees may apply, see specifics on full registration page. Subscriber Price or no fee applies to K-12 Educators employed by Berks County Public School Districts/CTCs as paid member districts under mandated services. The general price applies to all other educators in nonpublic schools, out-of-county schools, local organizations, etc. that are not paid members.

62. Para Academy-Day 6

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Audience: Paraprofessionals already in the Para Academy

Dates: 5/6/2026

Location: Hertz/Rohrbach

Day 6 of the Para Academy - registration is ONLY for those who are already in the program.

63. EI Speech Meeting

Program: Early Childhood & Student Services (ECSS)

Dates: 5/8/2026

Location: Room 173

Mandatory meeting for EI speech therapists.

64. Berks County Transition Coordinating Council Meeting (BCTCC)

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Dates: 5/13/2026

Location: Commonwealth AB

Berks County Transition Coordinating Council (BCTCC) Meeting

If you have any questions, please contact Claribel Reyes at clarey@berksiu.org or 610-987-8425.

65. Internship Coordinators' Meeting

Program: Professional Development

Audience: Internship Coordinators, Principals

Dates: 5/14/2026

Location: Fleetwood Area High School

Internship Coordinators' Meeting - PD, Sharing, Collaborating

66. Para Academy-Day 6

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Audience: Paraprofessionals already in the Para Academy

Dates: 5/14/2026

Location: Hertz/Rohrbach

Day 6 of the Para Academy - registration is ONLY for those who are already in the program.

67. Regional Instructional Technology Collaboration- May Gathering

Program: Professional Development

Audience: K-12 Instructional/technology coaches and leaders

Dates: 5/15/2026

Location: Weavers Orchard, 40 Fruit Lane, Morgantown, PA 195

The Regional Instructional Technology Consultancy (RITC) returns this spring for a day of peer-driven learning, collaboration, and problem-solving using the Consultancy Protocol in an open-spaces format. Hosted at IU13, the event includes vendor engagement and a complimentary lunch. Come connect with fellow instructional technology leaders and share what's working in your schools!

68. BSPA-Collaboration, End of Year Business

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Audience: Berks School Psychologists

Dates: 5/15/2026

BSPA Meeting:

Presenters: BSPA Officers

This meeting is only available to those who hold a valid school psychologist certification/credential and/or are currently enrolled in a school psychology training program.

69. PBIS Tier 1 - Day 3 | Data & Discipline Procedures | Acknowledgement & Feedback Systems:

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Audience: Professionals only; by invitation only

Dates: 5/19/2026

Location: Commonwealth A&B

The purpose of this module is to prepare teams/schools to expand the development of establishing school-wide expectations and creating lesson plans to explicitly teach the expectations. This module will establish the importance of explicit instruction, determine a lesson plan format for the creation of the expectation, and develop a system to develop the lesson plan. This training is only open to invited teams and a building administrator is required to attend each session. All participants must sign up for all 3 days of PBIS training. Day 1 training must be completed prior to Days 2 & 3. Goals for this Module: Understand why and how to teach appropriate behavior. Identify connections to the Danielson Model. Analyze the results of the Self-Assessment Survey Identify a format for lesson plans Develop a plan to include teaching staff in the development of behavior lesson plans. Any questions, please contact Claribel Reyes

70. BCIU Instructional Coach Collaborative (CMC) Network Meeting

Program: Professional Development

Audience: Instructional Coaches

Dates: 5/20/2026

Location: Commonwealth AB

The BCIU CMC Network provides instructional coaches throughout Berks County the opportunity to learn from and with job-alike peers, provide and receive support from other coaches and mentors, and share issues, concerns and solutions. Each meeting includes: networking time, professional learning opportunities, time for reflection and planning, and IU updates. Act 48 credits will be awarded for each meeting attended upon completion of an evaluation in Frontline Education.If you have questions regarding the content of the session, please contact Instructional Coach Mentor, Liz O'Brien (eliobr@berksiu.org). If you have questions regarding the registration process or Act 48 credits, please contact Claribel Reyes at clarey@berksiu.org.

71. Virtual Academy Coordinators' Meeting

Program: Professional Development

Audience: Online Learning Network Group

Dates: 5/21/2026

Location: Virtual Meeting/Roosevelt Room

The virtual academy directors and coordinators in Berks County are meeting to discuss, share and compare each district's online program. The objective of the meeting is to collaborate and implement best practices for operating a successful online program. If you'd like to network with the group, please join us. Just be sure to register for each month you are planning to attend.

72. EI Full Staff In-Service/Team Data Meeting

Program: Early Childhood & Student Services (ECSS)

Dates: 5/26/2026

Location: Commonwealth A/B

Mandatory meeting for all EI staff.

73. EI OT/PT Meeting

Program: Early Childhood & Student Services (ECSS)

Dates: 5/26/2026

Location: Commonwealth A/B

All Occupational and Physical Therapists, Austill's Representatives and EI Administrators. May include other staff from time to time.

74. PBIS Tier 1 - Day 2 | Designing Lesson Plans

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Audience: Professionals only; by invitation only

Dates: 5/28/2026

Location: To be Determined

Designing Lesson Plans: The purpose of this module is to prepare teams/schools to expand the development of establishing school-wide expectations and creating lesson plans to explicitly teach the expectations. This module will establish the importance of explicit instruction, determine a lesson plan format for the creation of the expectation, and develop a system to develop the lesson plan. This training is only open to invited teams and a building administrator is required to attend each session. All participants must sign up for all 3 days of PBIS training. Day 1 training must be completed prior to Days 2 & 3. Goals for this Module: Understand why and how to teach appropriate behavior. Identify connections to the Danielson Model. Analyze the results of the Self-Assessment Survey Identify a format for lesson plans Develop a plan to include teaching staff in the development of behavior lesson plans.

75. EI Itinerant Meeting

Program: Early Childhood & Student Services (ECSS)

Dates: 5/29/2026

Location: Commonwealth A/B

Mandatory meeting for all itinerants (service delivery).

76. Para Academy-GRADUATION

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Audience: Paraprofessionals already in the Para Academy

Dates: 6/9/2026

Location: Rohrbach

Para Academy Interviews and Graduation.

77. Agriculture in the Classroom: Berks County Traditions & Horizons of the Food & Fiber Industry

Program: Professional Development

Audience: K-12 Educators

Dates: 6/10/2026 to 6/11/2026

Location: 1238 County Welfare Road, Suite 260, Leesport, PA

Discover first-hand Berks County's vibrant agriculture sector while also learning how your food & fiber is produced! Educators are invited on a 2-day tour of the agricultural industry in Berks County. Each day we'll travel by bus to visit producers, suppliers, and farm markets. We will explore the horizons of agriculture with technology, direct-to-consumer businesses, and niche agricultural products. Assignments will include developing two lesson plans to integrate the course information into classroom learning.

General info: Participants will meet at the Ag Center each day. We will be riding a school bus to visit various farms and agribusinesses in Berks County. We will return to the Ag Center in the afternoon each day. Below is additional information that was used to advertise the course. $100 per person for the 2-day course. Covers lunch each day and transportation to sites.

For more information, please contact Ashley Griesemer, agriesemer@berkspa.gov.

78. Para Academy-GRADUATION

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Audience: Paraprofessionals already in the Para Academy

Dates: 6/10/2026

Location: Rohrbach

Para Academy Interviews and Graduation.

79. Pediatric First Aid w/ CPR - (8:00am - 12:30pm) Recommended for Early Intervention Providers

Program: Safety & Operations

Audience: All

Dates: 6/17/2026

Location: Commonwealth A Room

American Health & Safety Institute - Pediatric First Aid with CPR. Includes instruction in Adult, Child, Infant and AED. Certification is good for 2 years. Any questions regarding this course, please contact Rodney Good at 610-987-8615.

80. PBIS Tier 1 - Day 3 | IData & Discipline Procedures IAcknowledgement & Feedback Systems:

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Audience: Professionals only; by invitation only

Dates: 6/18/2026

Location: To be Determined

The purpose of this module is to introduce a process for responding to student behavior. Additionally, team members will establish the use of acknowledgment systems and the importance of feedback at the universal/classroom and individual student levels. This training is only open to invited teams, and a building administrator is required to attend each session. All participants must sign up for all 3 days of PBIS training. Day 1 & 2 training must be completed prior to Day 3. Goals for this Module: Establish importance of data collection for progress-monitoring Define office vs. classroom handle problem behaviors and define how each type of behavior problem is managed in a flow chart display. Review and revise office discipline referral forms. Engage in action planning for implementation. Identify different types of feedback. Explain how acknowledgment systems are a critical feedback mechanism for students/adult. Develop acknowledgment systems at the school-wide, classroom level, and individual level. Develop feedback protocols based on systems data analysis.

81. What's Next? Advancing Your MWEE & Environmental Literacy Practice

Program: Professional Development

Audience: K-12 Educators and Leaders

Dates: 6/18/2026

Location: Berks Nature Center

You've completed the foundational MWEE and environmental education trainings, and now you're ready for the next step. Join educators from across the region for a dynamic one-day workshop designed to deepen your practice, expand your toolkit, and strengthen your confidence in implementing Pennsylvania's Environment, Ecology, and Environment, Literacy & Sustainability (EL&S) Standards. This interactive day of learning will blend fresh content, collaborative problem-solving, and space for educators to share their successes and challenges. Whether you're refining existing MWEEs or building new, student-centered environmental learning experiences, you'll leave with practical strategies, new ideas, and connections to colleagues who are doing this work too.

82. Ready, SETT, Go! Using the SETT framework (½ day: Communication; ½ day: Academics)

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Audience: special education administrators, special education teachers, speech language pathologists, school psychologists, BCBA

Dates: 8/5/2026

Location: Commonwealth AB

Determining appropriate assistive technology can seem like a daunting task best left to the experts, but school teams are the experts in their student's needs. Team participation and responsibility are key factors in effective choice and sustained use of all forms of assistive technology. This training will cover how to use the SETT framework with a school team to gather information in determining if assistive technology is needed to support both academic and communication needs. We will also review how and where information can be included in an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) to document assistive technology. Participants will Identify key staff roles needed for an effective assistive technology SETT meeting/input Identify the components of the SETT Identify sources of information and data for inclusion in a SETT Review sources of information to identify assistive technologies for trial Develop trial procedures and data collection systems to document the process Identify barriers to effective assistive technology implementation Review documentation of assistive technology in the IEP.

83. Berks County Transition Coordinating Council (BCTCC)

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Dates: 9/10/2026

Location: Commonwealth AB

Berks County Transition Coordinating Council (BCTCC) Meeting

If you have any questions, please contact Claribel Reyes at clarey@berksiu.org or 610-987-8425.

84. BSPA-Welcome back/check in ASPP, PaTTAN updates

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Audience: Berks School Psychologists

Dates: 9/18/2026

Location: Roosevelt

New

BSPA Meeting:

Presenters: BSPA Officers

This meeting is only available to those who hold a valid school psychologist certification/credential and/or are currently enrolled in a school psychology training program.

85. BSPA-

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Audience: Berks School Psychologists

Dates: 10/16/2026

Location: Roosevelt

New

BSPA Meeting:

Presenters: BSPA Officers

This meeting is only available to those who hold a valid school psychologist certification/credential and/or are currently enrolled in a school psychology training program.

86. Transition Coordinator (TC)

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Audience: Berks County Transition Coordinators

Dates: 10/20/2026

Location: Commonwealth AB

Berks County Transition Coordinators Meeting

If you have any questions, please contact V at clarey@berksiu.org or 610-987-8425.

87. Berks County Transition Coordinating Council (BCTCC)

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Dates: 11/18/2026

Location: Commonwealth AB

Berks County Transition Coordinating Council (BCTCC) Meeting

If you have any questions, please contact Claribel Reyes at clarey@berksiu.org or 610-987-8425.

88. BSPA-

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Audience: Berks School Psychologists

Dates: 11/20/2026

Location: Roosevelt

New

BSPA Meeting:

Presenters: BSPA Officers

This meeting is only available to those who hold a valid school psychologist certification/credential and/or are currently enrolled in a school psychology training program.

89. Transition Coordinator (TC)

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Audience: Berks County Transition Coordinators

Dates: 12/9/2026

Location: Commonwealth AB

Berks County Transition Coordinators Meeting

If you have any questions, please contact V at clarey@berksiu.org or 610-987-8425.

90. BSPA-

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Audience: Berks School Psychologists

Dates: 12/18/2026

Location: Roosevelt

New

BSPA Meeting:

Presenters: BSPA Officers

This meeting is only available to those who hold a valid school psychologist certification/credential and/or are currently enrolled in a school psychology training program.

91. Berks County Transition Coordinating Council (BCTCC)

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Dates: 1/7/2027

Location: Commonwealth AB

Berks County Transition Coordinating Council (BCTCC) Meeting

If you have any questions, please contact Claribel Reyes at clarey@berksiu.org or 610-987-8425.

92. BSPA-

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Audience: Berks School Psychologists

Dates: 1/15/2027

Location: Roosevelt

New

BSPA Meeting:

Presenters: BSPA Officers

This meeting is only available to those who hold a valid school psychologist certification/credential and/or are currently enrolled in a school psychology training program.

93. Transition Coordinator (TC)

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Audience: Berks County Transition Coordinators

Dates: 2/4/2027

Location: Commonwealth AB

Berks County Transition Coordinators Meeting

If you have any questions, please contact V at clarey@berksiu.org or 610-987-8425.

94. BSPA-

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Audience: Berks School Psychologists

Dates: 2/19/2027

Location: Roosevelt

New

BSPA Meeting:

Presenters: BSPA Officers

This meeting is only available to those who hold a valid school psychologist certification/credential and/or are currently enrolled in a school psychology training program.

95. Berks County Transition Coordinating Council (BCTCC)

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Dates: 3/5/2027

Location: Commonwealth AB

Berks County Transition Coordinating Council (BCTCC) Meeting

If you have any questions, please contact Claribel Reyes at clarey@berksiu.org or 610-987-8425.

96. BSPA-

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Audience: Berks School Psychologists

Dates: 3/19/2027

Location: Roosevelt

New

BSPA Meeting:

Presenters: BSPA Officers

This meeting is only available to those who hold a valid school psychologist certification/credential and/or are currently enrolled in a school psychology training program.

97. Transition Coordinator (TC)

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Audience: Berks County Transition Coordinators

Dates: 4/6/2027

Location: Commonwealth AB

Berks County Transition Coordinators Meeting

If you have any questions, please contact V at clarey@berksiu.org or 610-987-8425.

98. BSPA-

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Audience: Berks School Psychologists

Dates: 4/16/2027

Location: Roosevelt

New

BSPA Meeting:

Presenters: BSPA Officers

This meeting is only available to those who hold a valid school psychologist certification/credential and/or are currently enrolled in a school psychology training program.

99. Berks County Transition Coordinating Council (BCTCC)

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Dates: 5/4/2027

Location: Commonwealth AB

Berks County Transition Coordinating Council (BCTCC) Meeting

If you have any questions, please contact Claribel Reyes at clarey@berksiu.org or 610-987-8425.

100. BSPA-Collaboration, End of Year Business

Program: PD & C Educational Consultants' Events

Audience: Berks School Psychologists

Dates: 5/21/2027

Location: Roosevelt

New

BSPA Meeting:

Presenters: BSPA Officers

This meeting is only available to those who hold a valid school psychologist certification/credential and/or are currently enrolled in a school psychology training program.

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