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1. Using Children's Books to Inspire STEM Learning

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 1/23/2024

Meeting Times: 1/23/2024; 8:30am - 3:30pm

Attention educators! We would like to introduce you to an innovative way of teaching STEM subjects to young students. Join us in this session to discover the perfect blend of children's picture books with elementary STEM education. You will learn how to seamlessly integrate narratives and illustrations into your science, technology, engineering, and math lessons. By doing so, you will be able to capture the imaginations of your students and help them gain a solid foundational understanding of these subjects.

Witness the power of storytelling as it brings even the most abstract concepts to life, making them relatable and memorable. Through collaborative discussions, hands-on activities, and creative exercises, you will learn how to use the visual and textual richness of picture books to spark curiosity, encourage critical thinking, and develop a lifelong love for STEM disciplines.

Participants will receive their own copy of one of the Picture Perfect STEM books.
  • Max Class Size: 20

2. Beyond the Basics: Mandated Reporting for Administrators

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Administrators and counselors, social workers

Dates: 7/29/2024

Meeting Times: 7/29/24; 8:30am - 2:30pm

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We will focus on identifying and responding to signs of neglect and abuse, alongside best practices for effectively conducting student wellness checks during virtual instruction.
  • Max Class Size: 100

3. OpenSciEd Curriculum Launch for Facilitators

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 7/29/2024 to 8/12/2024

Meeting Times: 7/29/24; 10:00am - 3:30pm
8/5/24; 8:30am - 3:30pm
8/6/24; 8:30am - 3:30pm
8/7/24; 8:30am - 3:30pm
8/8/24; 8:30am - 3:30pm
8/12/24; 10:00am - 3:30pm

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The Curriculum Launch for Facilitators aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the OpenSciEd Curriculum, enabling effective facilitation for participants. Participants experience the curriculum firsthand, focusing on teaching and learning centered on students making sense of phenomena. The launch equips facilitators with the tools and information to confidently lead the curriculum. Following the launch, facilitators are prepared to guide professional learning independently.

Facilitators attend the Curriculum Launch for Teachers professional learning. The sessions will run for four days, August 5th - 8th, 2024. Each session will run from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST). The program will provide an in-depth understanding of the curriculum and its best practices to empower teachers and educators to implement it more effectively. Facilitators will also attend two additional days on July 29th and August 12th, 2024, from 10:00am to 3:30pm EST.

For questions about registration or the event, please email us at openscied@cciu.org. Visit www.cciu.org/openscied to learn more about our other OpenSciEd professional learning services. Lunch will be provided.
  • Max Class Size: 30

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

Program: CPE Credit Courses

Dates: 7/29/2024 to 8/23/2024

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

Online Course
3 CPE Credits
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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.

Drop Policy: Course fee is non-refundable once you have been invited to the course.
  • Max Class Size: 10

5. Unlocking Opportunities: A Sneak Peek into the CCIU's 24-25 Learning Design & EdTech Offerings

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 7/29/2024

Meeting Times: 10:30am - 11:30am

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This complimentary workshop is specially crafted for principals and central administrators, offering a preview of the various support and development programs available for the upcoming school year. We'll provide a comprehensive overview of our tailored workshops, training sessions, and resource materials designed to enhance educational leadership and classroom effectiveness. This session is an ideal platform to understand how our offerings align with your school's or district's goals, allowing you to make informed decisions about professional development opportunities. Join us for an interactive and informative session that will help you map out a path for success in the 2024-2025 school year, leveraging our expertise to enrich your educational community.

#LDET #leadership
  • Max Class Size: 20

6. Virtual OpenSciEd Curriculum Launch Facilitator Add-on Only

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Teachers, admin, coaches, pd providers

Dates: 7/29/2024 to 8/12/2024

Meeting Times: 7/29/24 and 8/12/24; 10:00am - 3:30pm both days

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To be eligible for the Facilitator Add-on Only. Participants must have previously completed a curriculum launch.

The Curriculum Launch for Facilitators aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the OpenSciEd Curriculum, enabling effective facilitation for participants. Participants experience the curriculum firsthand, focusing on teaching and learning centered on students making sense of phenomena. The launch equips facilitators with the tools and information to confidently lead the curriculum. Following the launch, facilitators are prepared to guide professional learning independently.

Facilitators attend two add-on virtual days on July 29th and Aug 12th, 2024, from 10:00 am - 3:30 pm EST.

For questions about registration or the event, please email us at openscied@cciu.org.

Visit www.cciu.org/openscied to learn more about our other OpenSciEd professional learning services.

  • Max Class Size: 20

7. Restorative Justice Conferencing [CASD Admin Only]

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: CASD Admin

Dates: 7/30/2024 to 7/31/2024

Meeting Times: 7/30/24 and 7/31/24; 8:00am - 3:30pm each day with 1 hour lunch included.

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Incidents of conflict, wrongdoing, and harm occur everywhere, every day in schools, workplaces, college campuses, neighborhoods, and families. The restorative justice conference provides a way to engage with those who cause and experience harm, along with the related community.

Restorative Justice Conferencing covers the fundamentals of facilitating a formal conference in response to an incident of wrongdoing or harm. You will then be able to utilize those skills to create deeper interpersonal understanding and repair relationships among those involved or affected by such an incident.
  • Max Class Size: 45

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

Program: CPE Credit Courses

Dates: 7/31/2024 to 8/27/2024

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

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.

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.

Drop Policy: Course fee is non-refundable once you have been invited to the course.
  • Max Class Size: 10

9. Foundations of Restorative Practices (CASD Only)

Program: Hourly Workshops - Dual

Audience: CASD Staff

Dates: 8/5/2024 to 8/6/2024

Meeting Times: 8/5/24 and 8/6/24; 8:00am - 3:30pm each day with a one hour lunch.

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 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: 50

10. OpenSciEd Curriculum Launch for Teachers

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 8/5/2024 to 8/8/2024

Meeting Times: 8/5/24; 8:30am - 3:30pm
8/6/24; 8:30am - 3:30pm
8/7/24; 8:30am - 3:30pm
8/8/24; 8:30am - 3:30pm

Join us for a comprehensive OpenSciEd curriculum launch to help teachers and educators acquire a complete understanding and practical skills for efficiently implementing the OpenSciEd curriculum in their classrooms or districts. The program is designed based on adult learning research, emphasizing a shift from teacher-led instruction to a skilled facilitator approach in professional learning. With this program, you will gain hands-on experience and explore the best teaching practices focusing on student engagement and problem-solving, making you proficient in navigating embedded resources.

The sessions will run for four days, August 5th - 8th, 2024. Each session will run from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST). The program will provide an in-depth understanding of the curriculum and its best practices to empower teachers and educators to implement it more effectively.

For questions about registration or the event, please email us at openscied@cciu.org.

Visit www.cciu.org/openscied to learn more about our other OpenSciEd professional learning services.

Lunch will be provided.

If you're interested in the OpenSciEd Curriculum Launch for Facilitators please click here.
  • Max Class Size: 30

11. August PIMS Fundamentals

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: New PIMS Administrators

Dates: 8/6/2024 to 8/7/2024

Meeting Times: 8/6/24 - 8/7/24. Meet via Zoom link from 8:00am - 4:00pm each day.
Zoom link will be sent the day before.

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 live 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: 150

12. Gifted Boot Camp

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Gifted teachers, Gifted administrators

Dates: 8/6/2024 to 8/8/2024

Meeting Times: 08/06/2024, 08/07/2024, and 08/08/2024; 12:00pm - 3:00pm each day

Whether you're a newcomer to gifted education or aiming to enhance your expertise, our 3-part boot camp offers a tailored journey through the essentials-from screening and identification to paperwork and SDIs. Combining interactive live sessions with flexible asynchronous work, this comprehensive series ensures a deep understanding at your own pace.

To earn full credit, commitment to all three sessions is a must. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your skills and knowledge in gifted education with our immersive and convenient boot camp experience.

#LDET
#Gifted
  • Max Class Size: 20

13. August PIMS Workshop - Start of Year for PIMS

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 8/13/2024

Meeting Times: 8/13/2024; 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Enhance your calendar management skills with our workshop, where we'll delve into effective strategies for organizing your PIMS calendar. Discover invaluable tips and tricks to bridge the communication gap between PIMS administrators and data owners. In addition, we will conduct a detailed review of a comprehensive PIMS checklist designed specifically for Collection 1 - October 1 staff and student submissions. Don't miss the opportunity to attend this informative session that will set the tone for a successful start to the year with your PIMS reporting.

#PIMS #PIMSWorkshop
  • Max Class Size: 150

14. PSEL Network Quarterly Meeting

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Esports coaches/enthusiasts across PA

Dates: 8/13/2024

Meeting Times: 8/13/24; 3:00pm - 4:00pm

PSEL will host quarterly meetings where esports coaches and/or enthusiasts can join to discuss current trends in esports. This is a great opportunity to gain new knowledge in the realm of esports, and to network with like-minded individuals to improve esports programs across PA.

#STEM2425
#ESPORTS2425
  • Max Class Size: 40

15. August Child Accounting Fundamentals

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: New Child Accounting Coordinators

Dates: 8/15/2024 to 8/16/2024

Meeting Times: 8/15/24 - 8/16/24. Meet via Zoom link from 8:00am - 4:00pm each day.
Zoom link will be sent the day before.

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.

#ChildAccounting #Fundamentals #PIMS
  • Max Class Size: 150

16. LETRS Volume II

Program: LETRS Course

Audience: PA teachers who have completed LETRS Volume I

Dates: 8/15/2024 to 4/3/2025

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, 6, 7, and 8, supported by the manuals and twenty-four 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

-Unit 7: Text-Driven Comprehension Instruction

-Unit 8: The Reading-Writing Connection

Live/synchronous sessions:(held via Zoom)

- Kickoff Session: Thursday, August 15, 2024; 4pm-6pm

-Unit 5: Tues & Thurs, October 8 & 10, 2024; 4pm-7pm

-Unit 6: Tues & Thurs, December 3 & 5, 2024; 4pm-7pm

-Unit 7: Tues and Thurs, February 11 and 13, 2025; 4pm-7pm

-Unit 8: Tues and Thurs, April 1 and 3, 2025; 4pm-7pm

Asynchronous work:

-Unit 5: August 18 - October 12, 2024

-Unit 2: October 13, 2024 - December 7, 2024

-Unit 3: December 8, 2024 - February 15, 2025

-Unit 4: February 16 - April 3, 2025

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 July 26, 2024

#Literacy
  • Max Class Size: 50

17. Level K Fundations Launch Workship- (Nonpublic Schools Only)

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: nonpublic school administrators/professionals

Dates: 8/20/2024

Meeting Times: 8/20/2024; 9:00am - 2:30pm

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Wilson Fundations® is a multisensory and systematic phonics, spelling, and handwriting program that benefits students in Kindergarten through third grade with a solid foundation for reading and spelling. Fundations provides for daily explicit and systematic instruction in areas necessary in effective reading, including phonological and phonemic awareness, phonics, word and syllable study, vocabulary, sight word instruction, fluency, and word and sentence writing practice. Critical thinking, speaking and listening skills are practiced/modeled during regular story time activities. The workshop will provide teachers with an overview of program principles and guidelines for implementation.

Fundations Level K Launch Workshop- Introduces instructional techniques within phonological awareness and alphabetic principle. Kindergarten teachers will learn to use Fundations with a wide variety of text experiences, as well as expose students to poetry, narrative and informational text.
  • Max Class Size: 35

18. FastBridge Training [By Invitation Only]

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Reading Specialists - Invite Only

Dates: 8/22/2024

Meeting Times: 8/22/24; 8:30am - 3:00pm

Participants will be trained in Fastbridge and will be supported accessing and setting up their accounts. This training will take place from 8:30am - 3:00pm. Participants should bring their laptop.
  • Max Class Size: 30

19. LETRS Volume I

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: 8/22/2024 to 5/17/2025

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, 2, 3, and 4, supported by the manuals and twenty-four 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

-Unit 3: Teaching Beginning Phonics, Word Recognition, and Spelling

-Unit 4: Advanced Decoding, Spelling, and Word Recognition

Live/synchronous sessions:(held via Zoom)

- Kickoff Session: Thursday, August 22, 2024; 4pm-6pm

-Unit 1: Tues & Thurs, October 22 & 24, 2024; 4pm-7pm

-Unit 2: Tues & Thurs, January 7 & 9, 2025; 4pm-7pm

-Unit 3: Tues and Thurs, March 11 and 13, 2025; 4pm-7pm

-Unit 4: Tues and Thurs, May 13 and 15, 2025; 4pm-7pm

Asynchronous work:

-Unit 1: August 27 - October 24, 2024

-Unit 2: October 27, 2024 - January 9, 2025

-Unit 3: January 15 - March 15, 2025

-Unit 4: March 16 - May 27, 2025

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 2, 2024

#Literacy
  • Max Class Size: 50

20. FastBridge Training [By Invitation Only]

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Reading Specialists - Invite Only

Dates: 8/29/2024

Meeting Times: 8/29/24; 8:30am - 3:00pm

Participants will be trained in Fastbridge and will be supported accessing and setting up their accounts. This training will take place from 8:30am - 3:00pm. Participants should bring their laptop.
  • Max Class Size: 30

21. Instructional Technology Integrationist Collaborative (ITIC)

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: teachers, instructional coaches, technology administrators

Dates: 9/3/2024

Meeting Times: 9/3/2024; 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

22. Book Study: Redefining Geek: Bias and the Five Hidden Habits of Tech-Savvy Teens

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Teachers, Instruction and Technology Coaches, and Curriculum Directors

Dates: 9/10/2024 to 12/10/2024

Meeting Times: 9/10/24, 10/8/24, 11/12/24, and 12/10/24; 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Focused on "Redefining Geek: Bias and the Five Hidden Habits of Tech-Savvy Teens". Today, a majority of jobs require digital skills. Are our students graduating with the habits necessary to successfully enter and remain in a future career? In "Redefining Geek", Cassidy Puckett, a previous K-12 technology teacher, overturns the stereotypes around the digitally savvy and identifies the habits that can help everyone cultivate their inner geek. Together we will discuss how to infuse our takeaways to reshape educational approaches, champion inclusivity, and contribute to a more equitable future in technology education.

Required Materials: Redefining Geek: Bias and the Five Hidden Habits of Tech-Savvy Teens by Cassidy Puckett.

#LDET
#STEM
#STEAM
#Technology
#DigitalLearning
#Career
  • Max Class Size: 50

23. Building Level Implementation of Structured Literacy for Administrators, Act 45

Program: Hourly Workshops - Dual

Audience: Central office administration, principals, vice-principals, department leaders

Dates: 9/10/2024 to 9/11/2024

Meeting Times: Tuesday September 10 and Wednesday September 11, 2024, 8:30am - 3:30pm

Gather your teams and join us for an engaging and insightful series on Building Level Implementation of Structured Literacy. During this two-day series participants will learn about key areas that ensure a school system is prepared to implement structured literacy. Based on those key areas teams will make informed decisions in order for all students to make growth from the implementation of structured literacy.

25 Act 45 PIL hours

Cancellation/No-Show Policy: Full fee assessed for drops after 9/1/2024 or no-shows.

#leadership#act45 #literacy
  • Max Class Size: 60

24. September PIMS Workshop - Grad/Drop

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 9/10/2024

Meeting Times: 9/10/2024; 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Join our Grad/Drop workshop as we delve into the comprehensive process of preparing and analyzing graduate and dropout counts, along with how to calculate cohort graduation rates. This session is designed to equip you with valuable insights, providing tips and tricks, and sample external resources to enhance data accuracy. We'll navigate through sample PIMS reports related to the collection, offering practical guidance so you can fully prepare your LEAs Grad/Drop counts. Additionally, we'll conduct a thorough review of ODQ emails, ensuring you have the tools and knowledge needed for a seamless submission. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your proficiency in data examination and preparation!

#PIMS #PIMSWorkshop
  • Max Class Size: 150

25. 2024-2025 Principal Study Council | Building a Community of Leaders

Program: Hourly Workshops - Dual

Audience: See Description

Dates: 9/11/2024 to 4/2/2025

Meeting Times: See description

This four-part professional learning series supports instructional leaders and their school based leadership teams 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 and community by encouraging everyone to see themselves as a leader.

School-based teams will explore practical strategies and frameworks to create school spaces where they lead from a core set of values to address the biggest challenges facing our schools

Schedule:
Virtual Kickoff with Jimmy Casas
Thursday, September 12, 2024
3:30 to 4:30 PM Zoom link will be shared

Day 1: October 22, 2024,
8:30 AM to 3:30 PM Building a Community of Leaders with Jimmy Casas

Day 2: December 3, 2024
8:30 to 11:30 AM Honoring your Core Values and Leading Your School with Rachel Kutney, CCIU
12:30 pm to 2:30 pm Principal Networking

Day 3: February 6, 2025
8:30 to 11:30 AM Building Relationships to Promote Accountability with Rachel Kutney, CCIU
12:30 pm to 2:30 pm Principal Networking

Day 4: April 2, 2025
8:30 to 2:30 PM Building Capacity for the Future with Jimmy Casas

Note 40 Act 45 PIL hours, pending approval.

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

Cancellation/No-Show Policy: Full fee assessed for drops after 9/7/24 or no-shows.

#leadership
  • Max Class Size: 110

26. Student-Centered Learning Network

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: K-12 administrators and other education leaders

Dates: 9/11/2024

Meeting Times: 9/11/24; 10:00am - 11:00am

Members in the network will provide leadership for regional, local, and school planning by lending their input and their examples while receiving embedded professional learning. With a focus on shifting towards student-centered learning, members will establish common cooperative goals and aligned activities CCIU can support, share their experiences, lend their input, and participate in professional learning experiences. The focus of the meetings will be on participant needs and initiatives.

#LDET
#SCL
#Network
  • Max Class Size: 25

27. CCIU TaC Professional Development Days (By Invitation Only)

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 9/13/2024

Meeting Times: 9/13/2024

TaC Professional Development Days are designed for CCIU TaC Specialists only and scheduled throughout the school year.
  • Max Class Size: 40

28. A Deeper Look into Grading and Reporting for Mastery Learning, Act 45

Program: Online Act 45 Programs

Audience: See Description

Dates: 9/16/2024 to 1/13/2025

Meeting Times: Online

***Enroll now through December 2nd and start the course when it fits your schedule!***

Administrators and Supervisors

This program is fully online, self-paced with limited facilitation.

Description: The goal of this course is to increase academic achievement by creating grading practices and protocols that best reflect mastery learning and what students know and are able to do while also finding ways to effectively and accurately articulate student outcomes to all stakeholders. The effectiveness of this integration and its impact on student academic achievement is well researched and documented. Educational Administrators and Teacher Leaders will experience, learn, and explicitly implement mastery learning and best grading and reporting practices into their school buildings and districts.

- Earn 40 Act 45 hours

Key Details
- After completing this registration step, participants will receive a link to access the coursework.
- Enrollment for this program will be open through December 2, 2024
- All work for this program must be completed by January 13, 2025

Drop policy Course fee is non-refundable once you have been invited to the course.

#Act45 #leadership
  • Max Class Size: 15

29. Cultivating Critical Wellness and Combatting Toxic Stress to Transform Schools, Act 45

Program: Online Act 45 Programs

Audience: See Description

Dates: 9/16/2024 to 1/13/2025

Meeting Times: Online

***Enroll now through December 2nd and start the course when it fits your schedule!***
Administrators and Supervisors

This program is fully online, self-paced with limited facilitation.

Required Text: All Students Must Thrive: Transforming Schools to Combat Toxic Stressors and Cultivate Critical Wellness ISBN-13 : 978-1328027047

Description:This course is designed to provide the school leader with the understanding that a school culture of equity is one where educators create a classroom, school, and system where excellence is achieved for every student, no matter who that student is or where that student comes from.

The major ideas of the course are:
- In an equitable school culture, diversity and excellence are standard for everyone.
- An equitable school supports and values every student's unique background, strengths, and challenges.
- Equity thrives in a safe environment where both students and adults can take risks and engage deeply, with faculty holding high expectations and responsibilities, and understanding racial and cultural differences.

- Earn 40 Act 45 hours

Key Details
- After completing this registration step, participants will receive a link to access the coursework.
- Enrollment for this program will be open through December 2, 2024
- All work for this program must be completed by January 13, 2025

Drop policy Course fee is non-refundable once you have been invited to the course.

#Act45 #leadership
  • Max Class Size: 15

30. Curriculum Best Practices: Quality Curriculum Alignment and Assessment, Act 45

Program: Online Act 45 Programs

Audience: Administrators and Supervisors

Dates: 9/16/2024 to 1/13/2025

Meeting Times: Asynchronous Work

**Enroll now through December 2nd and start the course when it fits your schedule!**

Administrators and Supervisors

This program is fully online, self-paced with limited facilitation.

Required Text: Ensuring High Quality Curriculum, ISBN-13: 978-1416622796

Participants will: Read and reflect on the Ensuring High Quality Curriculum text, explore the critical elements of a curriculum map, examine their organization's existing curriculum documents through the lens of the intended (written) curriculum, the enacted (taught) curriculum, and the assessed curriculum and apply the information learned creating a curriculum management plan.

Completion requirements: Create a curriculum management plan for your school or district that demonstrates achievement of the identified leadership standards.

Description: The goal of the Curriculum Best Practices: Quality Curriculum Alignment and Assessment course is to increase academic achievement by examining curriculum mapping and maintenance practices through the lens of the intended (written) curriculum, the enacted (taught) curriculum, and the assessed curriculum. The effectiveness of this integration and its impact on student academic achievement is well researched and documented. Educational Administrators and Teacher Leaders will experience, learn, and explicitly implement best curriculum practices into their school buildings and school districts.
- Earn 40 Act 45 hours

Key Details
- After completing this registration step, participants will receive a link to access the coursework.
- Enrollment for this program will be open through December 2, 2024
- All work for this program must be completed by January 13, 2025

Drop policy Course fee is non-refundable once you have been invited to the course.

#Act45 #leadership
  • Max Class Size: 15

31. MTSS Framework for Principals and School Leaders, Act 45

Program: Online Act 45 Programs

Audience: See Description

Dates: 9/16/2024 to 1/13/2025

Meeting Times: Online

**Enroll now through December 2nd and start the course when it fits in your schedule!**

Administrators and Supervisors

This program is fully online, self-paced with limited facilitation.

The MTSS Framework for Principals and School Leaders program is designed to provide principals and school leaders with an understanding of the Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS)framework and how to set up appropriate action steps that will reduce barriers for student learning, growth, and success. Through course content, leaders will explore the MTSS framework through means of engagement, representation, action, and expression. This program will provide the opportunity for leaders to establish a framework that empowers all educators to meet goals with a tiered support to the right student at the right time.

The major ideas of the course are:
- School leaders will be able to define and display a solid understanding of the MTSS framework, how it relates to other student support frameworks (RTI and PBIS), and how to center equitable practices and the whole child.
- School leaders will assess their current MTSS framework through the lens of their district/building using the Needs Assessment.
- Understanding how to use the baseline data from the Needs Assessment in order to develop a plan of action for MTSS implementation and how to improve its effectiveness.
- Build a school or district-wide tiered intervention menu that includes academic and behavioral interventions.
- In a school system, engage in data-driven problem solving, decision making, intervention planning, and progress monitoring.

All work for this program must be completed by January 13, 2025.

Drop policy Course fee is non-refundable once you have been invited to the course.

#Act45 #MTSS #leadership
  • Max Class Size: 15

32. September Child Accounting Fundamentals

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: New Child Accounting Coordinators

Dates: 9/16/2024 to 9/17/2024

Meeting Times: 9/16/24 - 9/17/24. Meet via Zoom link from 8:00am - 4:00pm each day.
Zoom link will be sent the day before.

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.

#ChildAccounting #Fundamentals #PIMS
  • Max Class Size: 150

33. The Danielson Framework for Teaching, The Calibration of Observation Skills, Act 45

Program: Online Act 45 Programs

Audience: See Description

Dates: 9/16/2024 to 1/13/2025

Meeting Times: Online

**Enroll now through December 2 and start the course when it fits in your schedule!**

Administrators and Supervisors

This program is fully online, self-paced with limited facilitation.

Required Video Series: Enhancing Professional Practice Videos Series at the elementary, middle school or high school level.

Participants will: Increase leadership ability to accurately and effectively observe and evaluate teachers using the Danielson Framework for Teaching.

Description: The Framework for Teaching: Calibration of Observation Skills will include an overview of the Framework for Teaching, building a fair, accurate, reliable, and purposeful system for assuring quality and advancing practice. This course will build on participants' knowledge of The Danielson Framework and apply it to developing skills around a collaborative observation process.

Completion Requirements: Create a personal leadership action plan that demonstrates achievement of the identified leadership standards.
- Earn 30 Act 45 hours

Key Details
- After completing this registration step, participants will receive a link to access the coursework.
- Enrollment for this program will be open through December 2, 2024
- All work for this program must be completed by January 13, 2025

Drop policy Course fee is non-refundable once you have been invited to the course.

#Act45 #leadership
  • Max Class Size: 15

34. Wilson Reading System ® (WRS) Level I Certification with Web Practicum Fall 2024 Cohort

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Educators who have taken the WRS Introductory Course within the last 5 years.

Dates: 9/16/2024 to 8/15/2025

Meeting Times: 9/16/2024 - 8/15/2025

The WRS Level I Certification program is designed to prepare teachers to effectively implement Steps 1-6 of the Wilson Reading System with students reading and spelling below grade level and those diagnosed with language based learning disabilities. Participants will demonstrate mastery of the Wilson Reading System or WRS lesson plan, including multi-sensory techniques and effective strategies in a 1:1 setting. Certification provides extensive professional learning and support enabling teachers to effectively implement the program with fidelity. Certification includes approximately 90 hours of online instruction, a 65-lesson practicum that includes demonstrations, five observations, and feedback from a Wilson Credentialed Trainer.

This path to Wilson Reading System (WRS) Level I Certification involves online coursework and live, web practicum observations with a Wilson Credentialed Trainer. Participants should be comfortable with the use of computers.

Prerequisites
Participants must have a Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field and have completed the WRS Introductory Course within the last 5 years. Participants will need to administer the WIST test kit for pre/post-testing practicum student requirements and an additional standardized normed reading test with subtest that compare word attack to comprehension skills. It is highly recommended that you have a practicum student in mind who appears to fit the selection criteria.

Materials: Participants are responsible for providing or having access to their own copies of WRS Introductory Set (Steps 1-6), 4th edition, containing instructor and student materials and the Word Identification and Spelling Test (WIST) for student testing. these materials are not included in the cost of the course.

For more information about WRS Level I Certification click here.

#literacy
  • Max Class Size: 10

35. All I See Is Buzzwords: Framing Contemporary Instructional Models in the Student-Centered Learning Framework (Part 1/3 of SCL for Admin Series)

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: K-12 building and district administrators

Dates: 9/17/2024

Meeting Times: 9/17/2024; 10:30am - 11:30am

Join us for a practical and insightful workshop tailored for teachers and instructional coaches. In this session, we'll break down the key elements of student-centered learning frameworks, including project-based, problem-based, and competency-based approaches. Learn how to integrate these methods into your classroom to enhance student engagement and understanding.

#LDET
#SCL
#Workshop
  • Max Class Size: 20

36. Gifted Teacher Network Meeting

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Gifted teachers, educators

Dates: 9/17/2024

Meeting Times: 9/17/24; 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Unlock the power of collaboration within the Gifted Network, where educators converge to explore and strategize on the dynamic landscape of federal, state, and local policies shaping gifted services. Immerse yourself in a meeting format that seamlessly blends updates on crucial gifted issues and professional development insights. The majority of our time is dedicated to fostering an open dialogue, providing a platform for spirited discussions and collaborative GIEP development, all under the guidance and support of your fellow gifted educators.

Join us as we elevate the discourse and empower each other to navigate the ever-evolving realm of gifted education.

#LDET
#Gifted
  • Max Class Size: 50

37. Structured Literacy TOT PLC

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Educators

Dates: 9/17/2024

Meeting Times: 9/17/24; 8:30am - 3:30pm

This Professional Learning Community intended for participants who attended any of CCIU's Overview of Structured Literacy Training of Trainers series. The morning session of the Professional Learning Community will provide ongoing support and professional learning related to supporting Structured Literacy training implementation in districts and LEAs. The afternoon will be available for team implementation work and consultation with the CCIU IES Literacy Team.

This Professional Learning Community is open ONLY to participants who attended any of CCIU's Overview of Structured Literacy Training of Trainers series.

Cancellation/No-Show Policy: Out of county educators that drop after 9/7/24 or are absent for the workshop with be invoiced the full fee.

#Literacy
#StructuredLiteracy
  • Max Class Size: 50

38. Wilson Reading System Introductory Course

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 9/17/2024 to 9/19/2024

Meeting Times: September 17, 2024, September 18, 2024, and September 19, 2024; all 8:30am - 3:00pm

This course provides participants with an overview of the Wilson Reading System (WRS) and serves as the prerequisite for WRS Level I Certification Training. This course examines the intensive intervention reading instruction necessary for students in grade two and above with persistent and significant phonological-coding deficits. Participants learn about dyslexia (indicators, misconceptions, neurobiological aspects, and prevalence), typical versus atypical reading acquisition, appropriate student identification and placement, and key components and principles of instruction, including the factors necessary for high-quality program implementation. How to teach phonology (including phonemic awareness), morphology, and orthography in an integrated, explicit, systematic, and multisensory way is demonstrated and practiced during the course. Participants explore the standard ten-part WRS Lesson Plan and practice planning, delivering, and individualizing a WRS Lesson while receiving modeling and feedback from a Wilson Credentialed Trainer.

Course Objectives
-Define dyslexia and understand its prevalence and impact on the acquisition of reading skills and cognitive processes
-Explain the process of identifying students with a language-based learning disability, such as dyslexia, or other characteristics that indicate the need for intensive, multisensory instruction with the WRS.
-Understand the Response to Intervention (RTI) model and how to implement it.
-Demonstrate understanding of the WRS Principles of Instruction: direct, explicit, structured, sequential, integrated, multisensory, synthetic, analytical, diagnostic, prescriptive, mastery/automaticity, cumulative, metacognitive, and emotionally sound.
-Identify the components and procedures for Lesson Block 1 (word study/foundational reading skills), Lesson Block 2 (spelling/foundational writing skills), and Lesson Block 3 (fluency/comprehension) of the WRS Lesson Plan.
-Practice and prepare a ten-part WRS Lesson Plan.

#literacy
  • Max Class Size: 20

39. Charter School Meeting - BY INVITATION ONLY

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Chester County Charter School Administrators

Dates: 9/18/2024

Meeting Times: 9/18/2024; 8:30am - 10:00am

New
Monthly meeting for Charter School Administrators
  • Max Class Size: 60

40. SEAC (Special Education Adviory Committee) - BY INVITATION ONLY

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Chester County Special Education Administrators.

Dates: 9/18/2024

Meeting Times: Wednesday, September 18, 2024; 12:00pm - 3:00pm

New
Monthly meeting for Special Education Administrators in Chester County.
  • Max Class Size: 65

41. SLIFE Solutions: Integrating Math and ELD

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Math teachers, EL specialists, and Administrators

Dates: 9/18/2024

Meeting Times: 9/18/2024; 12:00pm - 2:30pm

The SLIFE Solutions Workgroup is an opportunity to create a space, a place and a time for math teachers, EL specialists, and administrators to have conversations and share resources around best practices for teaching math to Newcomers and SLIFE. Participants will be working collaboratively to create a framework, plan lessons, and share resources and assessments that build math and language skills for Newcomers and SLIFE. IES Consultants Alana Gerstein, Amanda Galajda, and Jeanne Moylan will be present to facilitate and provide coaching and assistance in math and ELD. This workgroup will meet 3 times in the fall of 2024, with the possibility of extending to additional sessions in the spring of 2025.

Possible topics to explore in each session will include:

- Studying numeracy skills required for Algebra I
- Creating routines for the math classroom to build language
- Comparing strategies for building on students' first language in the math classroom
- Sharing resources for secondary students that develop number sense
- Developing math assessments for SLIFE


#SLIFE #Math #ELD #EL #ML
  • Max Class Size: 20

42. STEELS Assessment for Administrators

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: K-12 Administrators

Dates: 9/18/2024 to 11/20/2024

Meeting Times: 9/18/24, 10/16/24 & 11/20/24; 9:00am - 3:00pm

Three part series of professional learning for building a strong foundation in monitoring student learning aligned with Pennsylvania's 2022 STEELS standard. Each day helps administrators to understand the three-dimensional learning as well as supporting three dimensional assessments in classrooms aligned to the STEELS Standards.

#STEELS #leadership
  • Max Class Size: 30

43. Elevating Electives with AI

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Teachers (Electives/Special Areas), Instructional Coaches

Dates: 9/19/2024

Meeting Times: 9/19/2024; 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Embark on a journey to infuse your elective courses with the transformative power of artificial intelligence. In this one-hour session, explore tailored AI tools that cater to the unique demands of elective subjects. Whether it's art, music, or physical education, discover how AI can personalize the learning experience, offer precise feedback, and even assist students in their creative endeavors. Engage with state-of-the-art software that seamlessly integrates AI into your teaching routine, and unlock new dimensions of interactive and dynamic learning in your elective classes.

#Electives
#LDET
#AI
#Workshop
  • Max Class Size: 25

44. CCIU Instructional Coaching Network

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Instructional coaches & teachers with dedicated coaching time.Open to Chester County coaches only

Dates: 9/20/2024

Meeting Times: 9/20/2024; 8:30am - 3:30pm

The Instructional Coaching Network is intended for instructional coaches and teachers who have dedicated instructional coaching time in their work day. The morning session is an opportunity to come together to network and engage in professional learning specific to coaching. In the afternoons, coaches may stay to work in district or topic specific teams or meet with the CCIU Instructional Coach Mentor. Act 48 hours are available for the morning session only.
  • Max Class Size: 50

45. September PIMS Fundamentals

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: New PIMS Administrators

Dates: 9/23/2024 to 9/24/2024

Meeting Times: 9/23/24 - 9/24/24. Meet via Zoom link from 8:00am - 4:00pm each day.
Zoom link will be sent the day before.

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 live 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: 150

46. Vendor Network Meeting

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Educators, administrators, district personnel.

Dates: 9/24/2024

Meeting Times: 9/24/24; 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Step into the future of education at the Vendor Network Meeting, a unique convergence of leading EdTech vendors, educators, administrators, and district personnel. Join us for an immersive experience where representatives from cutting-edge educational technology companies showcase their innovations through live demonstrations. This exclusive opportunity allows attendees to explore firsthand the latest advancements in EdTech and gain valuable insights on seamless implementation in educational settings. Engage in meaningful conversations, ask questions, and discover how these transformative tools can enhance teaching and learning experiences in your schools.

Don't miss this chance to connect, learn, and envision the future of education technology at the Vendor Network Meeting.

#LDET
#Edtech
#vendor
  • Max Class Size: 50

47. Finding Common Ground: Strategies for Promoting Respectful Discourse and Civic Reasoning Across the Curriculum

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Teachers or Curriculum Leaders in Grades 6-12

Dates: 9/25/2024

Meeting Times: 9/25/2024; 3:00pm - 4:30pm

In an increasingly complex and polarized world, the need for respectful and open discourse in the classroom is more apparent than ever. With the proliferation of social media and contentious public discourse, students are often exposed to conflicting viewpoints without the necessary tools to engage thoughtfully and respectfully. This workshop series aims to address the need for educators to create safe spaces where students can explore complex issues, develop critical thinking skills, and learn to engage in constructive dialogue.

The goal of this series is to equip educators with practical tools and techniques to navigate charged topics effectively, fostering a culture of empathy, understanding, and civic engagement among students. Through interactive sessions and hands-on activities, participants will develop the skills necessary to facilitate nuanced discussions, address controversial issues when they come up in a classroom setting, and promote civic reasoning across diverse subject areas, empowering students to engage constructively with a complex world, while upholding principles of respect and inclusivity.

Each session will be situated around a different focus area but attendees can choose to attend select sessions or the full series.

04/30/24: Virtual - Setting the Stage: Introduction to Discourse and Civic Reasoning in the Classroom
05/15/24: Virtual - Gauging the Terrain: Civic Discourse in the age of AI and Social Media
09/25/24: Virtual - Building the Foundation: Creating a Space for Empathy in the Classroom
10/08/24: In Person - Practicing Classroom Strategies
11/12/24: In Person - Maintaining Discourse Through Dialogue

#SocialStudies #CivicEngagement #Discourse #ELA
  • Max Class Size: 40

48. Clinical Assessment and Management of Youth Suicide Risk

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: See description above for details

Dates: 9/26/2024

Meeting Times: Thursday, September 26, 2024, 8:00am to 11:00am

Location: Zoom

Virtual Workshop
Facilitated by Terri A. Erbacher, Ph.D.

Suicide is the second leading cause of death among 15-24-year-olds and poses an even greater risk in middle age, with nearly 50,000 deaths in 2022. Addressing suicidal behavior in youth is challenging yet essential for clinicians. This workshop will cover identifying hidden warning signs, building therapeutic alliances, using assessment tools, conducting interviews, and evaluating suicide risk. Participants will learn to monitor behavior, implement preventive strategies, and guard against vicarious trauma. The session concludes with a case review to solidify understanding and provide actionable strategies.

Participation in this program will enable school staff to:
- Conceptualize risk factors and warning signs of suicidal behavior.
- Conduct and document a comprehensive suicide risk assessment.
- Assess level of risk and apply strategies to monitor suicide risk over time.
- Employ practical strategies in treatment planning for suicidal clients.
- Relate concepts learned to actual case studies.

Best for School based mental health staff: counseling, psychology, social workers, nurses or case managers.

CEUs CEUs are available for licensed clinicians. Choose Act 48 hours during enrollment to earn Act 48 hours. CEU hours will be captured on the sign-in form during the session.

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 9/12/2023 or no show day of the event.

#mentalhealth
  • Max Class Size: 42

49. Policy Pioneers: Surveying Current Practices around AI Policy in K-12 Educational Settings (Part 1/3 of AI for Admin Series)

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: K-12 building and district administrators

Dates: 9/26/2024

Meeting Times: 9/26/24; 10:30am - 11:30am

Designed for principals and central administrators, this workshop offers a comprehensive look into the emerging world of AI policy in K-12 education. We will explore current practices, guidelines, and ethical considerations surrounding the use of AI in educational settings. This session provides an opportunity to understand the landscape of AI policy, discuss its implications on teaching and learning, and brainstorm proactive strategies for policy development in your own districts. Engage with fellow leaders to share insights, challenges, and best practices, positioning yourself at the forefront of AI policy implementation in education.

#LDET #AI #workshop #leadership
  • Max Class Size: 20

50. Text Dependent Analysis (TDA) Boot Camp

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: BY INVITATION ONLY. Contact Janine Presloid at janinep@cciu.org to participate. One administrator must commit to attending the TDA Boot Camp series with their district team of at least six teachers, and complete a commitment form indicating the team members. Team members will register individually. The team must include at least one special educator and/or English Language Teacher. Districts may send multiple teams.

Dates: 9/26/2024 to 1/23/2025

Meeting Times: 9/26/2024, 10/29/2024, 11/21/2024 and 1/23/2025; all from 8:30am - 3:30pm

The TDA Boot Camp series will be an in-depth look at the creation, scoring, and instructional practices related to the PSSA Text Dependent Analysis tasks. This series will contain train-the-trainer materials and will feature critical skills in responding to a PSSA TDA prompt, the PSSA item writing and hand scoring processes used by DRC, instructional implications for the TDA, and analysis of student work. This series includes and extends our previous PSSA item writing and hand scoring workshops and TDA Collaborative work, with additional resources, instructional materials, and implementation planning time for teams.

#Literacy
#TDA
#TextDenpendentAnalysis
  • Max Class Size: 50

51. AI Collaborative

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: K-12 Educators, Instructional Coaches

Dates: 9/30/2024

Meeting Times: 9/30/24; 3:30pm - 4:30pm

The AI Collaborative for K-12 educators is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to use artificial intelligence (AI) in your classrooms. Over the course of the virtual collaborative sessions, participants will explore various facets of AI, including student use of AI, responsible AI practices, the transformation of teaching approaches, and future perspectives. Through interactive discussions, practical examples, and collaborative activities, educators will gain a deep understanding of how AI can enhance student learning, foster critical thinking, and promote innovation.

#LDET
#AI
#Network
  • Max Class Size: 25

52. Overview of Structured Literacy Train the Trainer

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Educators and administrators

Dates: 10/1/2024 to 10/2/2024

Meeting Times: 10/1/24 and 10/2/24, 8:30am - 3:30pm both days.

This Overview of 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 offered at no cost ONLY to Chester County educators who are responsible for providing professional learning related to Chapter 49 and structured literacy in their districts. A registration fee of $150 will be incurred for educators outside of Chester County.

Cancellation/No-Show Policy: Out of county educators that drop after 9/20/24 or are absent for the workshop with be invoiced the full fee.

#Literacy #StructuredLiteracy #leadership
  • Max Class Size: 35

53. October Child Accounting Fundamentals

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: New Child Accounting Coordinators

Dates: 10/2/2024 to 10/3/2024

Meeting Times: 10/2/24 - 10/3/24. Meet via Zoom link from 8:00am - 4:00pm each day.
Zoom link will be sent the day before.

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.

#ChildAccounting #Fundamentals #PIMS
  • Max Class Size: 150

54. The Language Lens: Building Capacity for Multilingual Learners

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: K-12 Teachers, coaches and administrators who work with multilingual learners

Dates: 10/2/2024

Meeting Times: Wednesday, October 2, 2024, 8:00 AM to 3 PM

This full day session invites all teachers, coaches and administrators to enhance their practice for teaching and supporting multilingual learners.

8 to 11 AM The Language Lens: Teaching Multilingual Learners in ELD & Disciplinary Classrooms,
Facilitated by Dr. Amy J. Heineke, Loyola University Chicago
In this session, participants will analyze disciplinary curriculum to pinpoint language demands for students at varying levels of language proficiency. Participants will then explore strategies to amplify curriculum and related materials to develop students' disciplinary language while maintaining grade-level rigor. Overall, this session seeks to encourage language-rich and language-scaffolded curriculum in content, ELD, and co-taught classroom settings.

11 AM to 12 PM Lunch Provided

12 to 3 PM The Language Lens: Community of Practice
Following the session with Dr. Heineke, teams will participate in a work session to consider application and implementation next steps alongside other school teams and in consultation with Alana Gerstein, CCIU Educational Consultant. Work will focus on self-selected initiatives with an emphasis on language learning in ELD & Disciplinary Classrooms.

Cancellation/No-Show Policy: Any registrations that are dropped or no-show after September 15, 2024, will be assessed the full fee.

#EL #multilingual #literacy #leadership #ELD #ML
  • Max Class Size: 80

55. Elementary Math Network

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Math educators, teachers, coaches, and specialists

Dates: 10/3/2024

Meeting Times: 10/3/2024; 1:00pm - 3:30pm

This network is for elementary math education professionals looking to enhance their math teaching practices hosted 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.

#Math
#Network
  • Max Class Size: 35

56. Introduction to Reality Redefined: Transforming Education through AR/VR Experiences [AR/VR in Education]

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: teachers, coaches, and administrators in curriculum, technology, and instruction

Dates: 10/3/2024

Meeting Times: 10/3/2024; 3:30pm - 4:40pm

Embark on a transformative journey into the future of education with our introductory professional development on Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR). This session will introduce the basics of AR and VR in education including research, methods, and devices and apps. Join us in embracing the possibilities AR/VR brings to education and discover how these innovations can inspire a new era of interactive and captivating learning environments.

#EdTech
#engage
#innovate
#technology
  • Max Class Size: 30

57. Secondary Math Network

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Math educators, teachers, coaches, and specialists

Dates: 10/3/2024

Meeting Times: 10/03/24; 8:30am - 11:00am

This network is for secondary math education professionals looking to enhance their math teaching practices hosted 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.

#Math
#Network
  • Max Class Size: 35

58. Information Session for CCIU Innovation Cohort

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 10/4/2024

Meeting Times: Friday, October 4, 2024, 4:00 to 5:00 PM

New
Facilitated by Learner-Centered Collaborative and Chester County Intermediate Unit

Discover how to involve your team of educators in the CCIU Innovation Cohort. During this session, facilitators from Learner-Centered Collaborative will provide an overview of the cohort and address any questions.

The year-long program fosters social connections and harnesses collective expertise, equipping educators with the skills and tools needed to create learner-centered environments and experiences tailored to their unique contexts. The cohort will run from November 2024 through April 2025. Join us to learn more directly from the facilitators and have your questions answered.
  • Max Class Size: 50

59. Understanding "The Performance Cliff" | How to Manage and Prevent It

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: K-12 gifted teachers, administrators and all staff who support gifted learners.

Dates: 10/7/2024

Meeting Times: Monday, October 7, 2024; 4 to 5:30 PM

Facilitated by Matthew J. Zakreski, PsyD
Psychologist, The Neurodiversity Collective

"The Performance Cliff" is a psycho-educational phenomenon that occurs in the gifted population, whereas a student will be performing exceptionally well until somewhere between 6th and 9th grade and then suddenly begin to struggle. This presentation will explain why students in the gifted population experience this phenomenon and what can be done to prevent it.

Educator Session 4:00 to 5:30 PM session: Best for K-12 gifted teachers, administrators and all staff who support gifted learners.
Parent Session 6:00 to 7:30 PM session: Best for parents of gifted learners and community members who support gifted learners.

Registration for Parents Session

Matthew "Dr. Matt" Zakreski, PsyD is a clinical psychologist who specializes in working with neurodivergent (gifted, 2e, ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, etc.) people and has presented across the country and internationally. Dr. Matt is a high-energy, creative clinician who utilizes an eclectic approach to meet the specific needs of his clients. He specializes in working with children and adolescents, as well as their families, in providing therapy and conducting psychological evaluations. Dr. Matt is proud to serve as a consultant to schools, a professor at the university level, and a researcher and author on his specialty, Giftedness.

#Gifted
  • Max Class Size: 100

60. Finding Common Ground: Strategies for Promoting Respectful Discourse and Civic Reasoning Across the Curriculum

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Teachers or Curriculum Leaders in Grades 6-12

Dates: 10/8/2024

Meeting Times: 10/8/2024; 8:30am - 11:30am

In an increasingly complex and polarized world, the need for respectful and open discourse in the classroom is more apparent than ever. With the proliferation of social media and contentious public discourse, students are often exposed to conflicting viewpoints without the necessary tools to engage thoughtfully and respectfully. This workshop series aims to address the need for educators to create safe spaces where students can explore complex issues, develop critical thinking skills, and learn to engage in constructive dialogue.

The goal of this series is to equip educators with practical tools and techniques to navigate charged topics effectively, fostering a culture of empathy, understanding, and civic engagement among students. Through interactive sessions and hands-on activities, participants will develop the skills necessary to facilitate nuanced discussions, address controversial issues when they come up in a classroom setting, and promote civic reasoning across diverse subject areas, empowering students to engage constructively with a complex world, while upholding principles of respect and inclusivity.

Each session will be situated around a different focus area but attendees can choose to attend select sessions or the full series.

04/30/24: Virtual - Setting the Stage: Introduction to Discourse and Civic Reasoning in the Classroom
05/15/24: Virtual - Gauging the Terrain: Civic Discourse in the age of AI and Social Media
09/25/24: Virtual - Building the Foundation: Creating a Space for Empathy in the Classroom
10/08/24: In Person - Practicing Classroom Strategies
11/12/24: In Person - Maintaining Discourse Through Dialogue

#SocialStudies #CivicEngagement #Discourse #ELA
  • Max Class Size: 40

61. October PIMS Workshop - Special Education Child Count and Act 16

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 10/8/2024

Meeting Times: 10/8/2024; 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Explore a comprehensive exploration of organizing your special education data submission in this workshop, focusing on Act 16 and Child Count reporting. Gain insights into the pivotal role Act 16 plays in state special education funding, uncover best practices for your Child Count submissions, and address common errors. Engage in an in-depth review of tips and tricks, particularly using Excel for optimizing Child Count processes. Elevate your expertise in special education data management with this hands-on session. Don't forget to bring your Special Education Snapshot file to actively participate in the workshop.

#PIMS #PIMSWorkshop
  • Max Class Size: 150

62. IEP Institute

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Certified Special Education Teachers

Dates: 10/9/2024 to 1/8/2025

Meeting Times: 10/09/2024, 12/11/2024 and 01/08/2025; 8:30am - 3:00pm each day

This professional learning opportunity is for certified special education teachers. It entails 3 full days of content to prepare staff to develop legally defensible practices in the 5 key areas of IEP Development with further opportunities for coaching sessions.
  • Max Class Size: 25

63. MTSS Network

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Building Administrators, Curriculum Directors, Special Education Supervisors, MTSS Coordinators, and others who lead MTSS implementation in a building or district

Dates: 10/9/2024

Meeting Times: 10/09/2024; 1:00pm - 3:00pm

This MTSS Network meeting is designed for district and school administrators. The goal is 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 other teams across the county. Participants will walk away feeling motivated and equipped to make those changes happen.

#MTSS
  • Max Class Size: 40

64. Empowering Math Classrooms: Integrating AI Tools for Engaging Learning Experiences

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Math Teachers, Instructional Coaches

Dates: 10/10/2024

Meeting Times: 10/10/24; 3:30pm - 4:30pm

This is a dynamic workshop specially crafted for K-12 math educators eager to infuse their teaching practices with the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Dive into an exploration of innovative AI-driven teaching strategies tailored to diverse grade levels, immersing yourself in hands-on activities that demonstrate the practical application of cutting-edge AI tools within the math curriculum. Delve into real-world scenarios where AI can solve math challenges, fostering inclusivity and accessibility in the learning process. Join a collaborative community to share experiences, exchange ideas, and leave equipped with a comprehensive toolkit to revolutionize your math classroom, ensuring personalized and equitable learning experiences for all students. Don't miss this opportunity to embrace the future of math education through the integration of AI technology!

#AI
#LDET
#Math
  • Max Class Size: 25

65. STEELS Teacher PLC

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Teachers, Coaches, and Administrators

Dates: 10/10/2024

Meeting Times: 10/10/24; 8:00am - 11:00am

This Professional Learning Community (PLC) is specifically designed to support and connect teachers who specialize in teaching STEELS subjects. The community provides a platform for sharing best practices, discussing challenges, and collaborating on innovative teaching strategies and resources. Whether you are a seasoned educator or just starting out, this PLC is an excellent opportunity to learn, grow, and network with like-minded professionals in your field.

#STEELS
#PLC
#Teacher
#Coaches
#BestPractices
  • Max Class Size: 30

66. CCIU TaC Professional Development Days (By Invitation Only)

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 10/11/2024

Meeting Times: 10/11/2024

TaC Professional Development Days are designed for CCIU TaC Specialists only and scheduled throughout the school year.
  • Max Class Size: 40

67. Title IX Investigator Foundations for K-12 Educators

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 10/14/2024

Meeting Times: 10/14/2024; 8:00am - 4:00pm. Lunch will be provided.

ATIXA's Investigator Foundations for K-12 Education, when combined with the Title IX Compliance Essentials for K-12 course, is designed to give K-12 investigators the complete foundational training needed to understand the investigation process under Title IX, which can also be applied to complaints under other civil rights laws.

This course focuses on the investigator's specific responsibilities at each distinct phase of an investigation. Participants will learn the fundamental skills necessary to plan and promptly complete investigations of sex- and gender-based misconduct in schools. ATIXA experts will lead participants through a comprehensive review of the investigation process, providing step-by-step guidance and advice, using a case study to provide an opportunity to practice each phase.

Relying upon the experience and expertise of ATIXA's faculty, this course offers participants the opportunity to ask questions, discuss best practices, and apply valuable skills, building the confidence investigators need to implement adequate, reliable, and impartial investigations in K-12 schools and districts.

This course will support all individuals who have responsibility to conduct investigations in K-12 settings. This course will also be helpful to K-12 Title IX Coordinators who oversee or directly conduct Title IX investigations.
  • Max Class Size: 60

68. Crafting Brilliance: Mastering Gifted Goal Writing within Chapter 16 Guidelines

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Gifted educators, gifted administration

Dates: 10/15/2024

Meeting Times: 10/15/2024; 1:00pm - 2:00pm with an additional hour of collaborative work time from 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Unlock the art of crafting impactful and compliant goals for GIEPs. Delve into the intricacies of goal writing, aligning seamlessly with the guidelines set forth by Chapter 16 and PDE. In this one-hour session, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the nuances involved in creating effective goals tailored to the unique needs of gifted learners. Engage in practical exercises and discussions to enhance your skills, and allocate dedicated time to apply newfound knowledge in real-time, ensuring that you leave the session with a mastery of goal writing that directly supports the development and success of gifted students in accordance with regulatory standards.

#gifted
#LDET
  • Max Class Size: 25

69. Vendor Network Meeting

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Educators, administrators, district personnel.

Dates: 10/15/2024

Meeting Times: 10/15/24; 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Step into the future of education at the Vendor Network Meeting, a unique convergence of leading EdTech vendors, educators, administrators, and district personnel. Join us for an immersive experience where representatives from cutting-edge educational technology companies showcase their innovations through live demonstrations. This exclusive opportunity allows attendees to explore firsthand the latest advancements in EdTech and gain valuable insights on seamless implementation in educational settings. Engage in meaningful conversations, ask questions, and discover how these transformative tools can enhance teaching and learning experiences in your schools.

Don't miss this chance to connect, learn, and envision the future of education technology at the Vendor Network Meeting.

#LDET
#Edtech
#vendor
  • Max Class Size: 50

70. CCIU Instructional Coaching Network

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Instructional coaches & teachers with dedicated coaching time. Open to Chester County coaches only.

Dates: 10/18/2024

Meeting Times: 10/18/2024; 8:30am - 3:30pm

The Instructional Coaching Network is intended for instructional coaches and teachers who have dedicated instructional coaching time in their work day. The morning session is an opportunity to come together to network and engage in professional learning specific to coaching. In the afternoons, coaches may stay to work in district or topic specific teams or meet with the CCIU Instructional Coach Mentor. Act 48 hours are available for the morning session only.
  • Max Class Size: 50

71. October PIMS Fundamentals

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: New PIMS Administrators

Dates: 10/21/2024 to 10/22/2024

Meeting Times: 10/21/24 - 10/22/24. Meet via Zoom link from 8:00am - 4:00pm each day.
Zoom link will be sent the day before.

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 live 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: 150

72. STEELS Teacher Leader Institute

Program: Hourly Workshops

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

Meeting Times: 10/22/24, 10/23/24, and 10/24/24; 8:30am - 3:00pm each day

Calling all science and STEELS (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Literacy Skills) teacher leaders! Are you ready to reignite your passion for learning, deepen your knowledge, and become a catalyst for change in your schools? Join us for an immersive three-day institute, designed to empower you to lead the way in shaping the future of science education in your region.

#STEELS #Institute #leadership
  • Max Class Size: 60

73. Charter School Meeting - BY INVITATION ONLY

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Chester County Charter School Administrators

Dates: 10/23/2024

Meeting Times: 10/23/2024; 8:30am - 10:00am

New
Monthly meeting for Charter School Administrators
  • Max Class Size: 60

74. Esports Book Study: 100 Jobs in Esports

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Esports coaches and/or enthusiasts across the state of PA

Dates: 10/23/2024 to 12/18/2024

Meeting Times: 10/23/24, 11/20/24, and 12/18/24; 3:00pm - 4:00pm

This book study will be 3 hour long sessions where participants will discuss their thoughts after reading the book 100 Jobs in Esports. Participants can expect to learn about a variety of career pathways available to students who have honed particular skills through gaming.

Required Materials: 100 Jobs in Esports by Coach Conner Alne

Link: https://100jobsinesports.com/

#STEM2425
#ESPORTS2425
  • Max Class Size: 25

75. Foundations of Restorative Practices for Educators

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: K-12 Teachers, Staff, and Administrators

Dates: 10/23/2024 to 10/24/2024

Meeting Times: 10/23/2024 and 10/24/2024; 8:30am - 3:00pm both days

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 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.



#IIRP, #Restorative #Practices, #SEL, #leadership
  • Max Class Size: 25

76. ML Council

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: K-12 Teachers, Staff, and Administrators

Dates: 10/23/2024

Meeting Times: 10/23/2024; 12:30pm - 3:30pm

The ML Council is a collaborative opportunity for ML Educators and Leaders to engage in professional learning and networking centered on English and Multilingual Learners. Attending the council provides educators an opportunity to connect with others on problems of practice related to curriculum, programming, and various unique aspects presented in the education of an English and Multilingual learner.


#EL #multilingual #ML
  • Max Class Size: 24

77. SEAC (Special Education Adviory Committee) - BY INVITATION ONLY

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Chester County Special Education Administrators.

Dates: 10/23/2024

Meeting Times: Wednesday, October 23, 2024; 12:00pm - 3:00pm

New
Monthly meeting for Special Education Administrators in Chester County.
  • Max Class Size: 65

78. Structured Literacy Vocabulary Train the Trainer

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: This session is open ONLY to trainers who have attended CCIU Overview of Structured Literacy Train the Trainer sessions.

Dates: 10/23/2024 to 10/24/2024

Meeting Times: 10/23/24 and 10/24/24, 8:30am - 3:30pm both days

This Structured Literacy- Vocabulary Train the Trainer session will provide district literacy leaders with the materials and knowledge to deliver a three hour Structured Literacy Vocabulary 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.

This workshop is offered ONLY to Chester County educators who are have completed CCIU's Overview of Structured Literacy Train the Trainer series and who are responsible for providing professional learning related to Chapter 49 and structured literacy in their districts. A registration fee of $150 will be incurred for educators outside of Chester County.

Cancellation/No-Show Policy: Out of county educators that drop after 10/16/24 or are absent for the workshop with be invoiced the full fee.

#Literacy
#StructuredLiteracy
  • Max Class Size: 35

79. AI Collaborative

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: K-12 Educators, Instructional Coaches

Dates: 10/28/2024

Meeting Times: 10/28/24; 3:30pm - 4:30pm

The AI Collaborative for K-12 educators is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to use artificial intelligence (AI) in your classrooms. Over the course of the virtual collaborative sessions, participants will explore various facets of AI, including student use of AI, responsible AI practices, the transformation of teaching approaches, and future perspectives. Through interactive discussions, practical examples, and collaborative activities, educators will gain a deep understanding of how AI can enhance student learning, foster critical thinking, and promote innovation.

#LDET
#AI
#Network
  • Max Class Size: 25

80. AI Guidelines Development Workshop (Part 2/3 of AI for Admin Series)

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: K-12 building and district administrators

Dates: 10/29/2024

Meeting Times: 10/29/2024; 10:30am - 11:30am

In this hour-long interactive session, participants collaborate with our team to refine and shape their own AI guidelines. The focus is on practical implementation, allowing attendees to apply insights gained from the initial workshop to their specific educational contexts. The workshop provides a platform for personalized feedback, ensuring that participants leave with well-informed and actionable AI guidelines tailored to their schools or districts. Join us to transform discussions into proactive strategies, positioning your educational institution at the forefront of AI guideline implementation.

#LDET #AI #Workshop #leadership
  • Max Class Size: 20

81. SLIFE Solutions: Integrating Math and ELD

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Math teachers, EL specialists, and Administrators

Dates: 10/29/2024

Meeting Times: 10/29/2024; 12:00pm - 2:30pm

The SLIFE Solutions Workgroup is an opportunity to create a space, a place and a time for math teachers, EL specialists, and administrators to have conversations and share resources around best practices for teaching math to Newcomers and SLIFE. Participants will be working collaboratively to create a framework, plan lessons, and share resources and assessments that build math and language skills for Newcomers and SLIFE. IES Consultants Alana Gerstein, Amanda Galajda, and Jeanne Moylan will be present to facilitate and provide coaching and assistance in math and ELD. This workgroup will meet 3 times in the fall of 2024, with the possibility of extending to additional sessions in the spring of 2025.

Possible topics to explore in each session will include:

- Studying numeracy skills required for Algebra I
- Creating routines for the math classroom to build language
- Comparing strategies for building on students' first language in the math classroom
- Sharing resources for secondary students that develop number sense
- Developing math assessments for SLIFE


#SLIFE #Math #ELD #EL #ML
  • Max Class Size: 20

82. Career Ready Re-Boot Camp

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Guidance Councilors, principals, curriculum supervisors, teachers, and intermediate unit staff

Dates: 10/30/2024

Meeting Times: 10/30/2024; 9:00am - 3:00pm

The CCIU and PDE are pleased to announce a one-day 6-hour training to update and assist districts (Act 48) designed in meeting the statewide postsecondary attainment 2025 goal of 60 percent of Pennsylvanians with a postsecondary credential, certificate, or degree. Training will be provided by the Career Readiness State Training (CRST) team and will include the following:

- Career Readiness and Workforce in PA (Career Education and Work Standards)
- Industry-Based Learning
- Stakeholder and Outreach
- Classroom and Workforce Alignment
- Act 158 Alignment
- Grants, Resources, Remake Learning

District attendance can include K-12 educators who are new to career and workforce readiness and may benefit from a refresher. With an emphasis on classroom alignment to workforce needs, team composition should include teachers from both elementary and secondary. We are excited to include representatives from the Apprenticeship & Training Office (ATO) to share resources about pre-apprenticeships and apprenticeships. The goal of this training is to introduce new staff and reacquaint existing staff with new developments, training, and initiatives that utilize stakeholder and workforce partnerships to expand the classroom to career connections and build school-wide momentum for career readiness. Team members will be poised to provide support after this training.

#CareerReady
#CareerReadyPA
  • Max Class Size: 40

83. Countywide 2024 | Navigating Multilingual Speech Therapy

Program: Countywide Inservice

Dates: 11/5/2024

Meeting Times: Tuesday, November 5, 2024, 8:00am to 3:00pm

Best Practices for Assessment and Intervention
Facilitated by Raul F. Prezas, PhD, CCC-SLP

In an increasingly globalized world, speech-language pathologists (SLPs) face unique challenges when working with multilingual populations. This comprehensive seminar explores strategies and techniques tailored for monolingual SLPs to effectively assess and intervene with bilingual children, particularly those speaking English and Spanish. The presentation emphasizes evidence-based practices, cultural competence, and collaboration with bilingual professionals to ensure equitable access to quality care for all multilingual children with speech disorders. Topics covered include culturally appropriate assessment modifications, phonological remediation target selection in bilingual contexts, and practical intervention strategies for enhancing communication skills in diverse populations.
By synthesizing the best practices for both assessment and intervention, this seminar equips SLPs with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the complexities of multilingual speech therapy and promote positive outcomes for their diverse caseloads.

Note
This session is for K-12 speech & language pathologists.
Lunch on your own
Virtual session, link to join Zoom Event will be sent in advance

CEUs and Act 48 Hours: .6 ASHA CEUs Intermediate Level, 6 Act 48 hours Professional Area. Individuals attending the program must arrive on time and stay for the duration of the program. Choose Act 48 hours during enrollment to earn those hours. ASHA hours will be facilitated with the sign-in and eval forms in session.

Cancellation/No-Show Policy: $70 fee if dropped after 10/28/24 or no-show day of event.

#SLP #multilingual #EL
  • Max Class Size: 164

84. Countywide 2024 | Empowering Educators in Gifted Education

Program: Countywide Inservice

Audience: K-12 educators who support gifted learners.

Dates: 11/5/2024

Meeting Times: Tuesday, November 5, 2024, 8:00am to 3:00pm

Join us for a comprehensive workshop on gifted education, designed to equip educators with insights and strategies to support gifted learners effectively. Explore topics such as enrichment, differentiation, acceleration, social-emotional wellness, goal writing, and compliance, featuring sessions led by Shirley Moyer, PDE Educational Consultant and Dr. Cristofer (Cris) Slotoroff Pedagogy & Partnerships Advisor, The Juice. Engage in discussions, share best practices, and network with fellow educators passionate about nurturing the potential of gifted students.

Shirley Moyer with over 40 years of educational experience, has worked in various Pennsylvania educational settings, including state prisons and public schools, and has been an educational administrator since 1994, leading transformational changes. A USAF veteran, she holds degrees from Westminster College, Slippery Rock University, and Arcadia University.

Erin Cummings has held the roll of the Gifted Liaison for Chester County for the past 3 years. Erin works with educators of gifted students in providing professional learning, coaching and support. She has spoken at the PAGE conference and the Gifted Regional Day on a variety of topics including Social-Emotional needs of Gifted Learners, Enrichment and Strategies for gifted learners.

Dr. Cris Slotoroff is the Pedagogy & Partnerships Advisor for The Juice Learning in Pennsylvania, with 13 years of experience as a high school ELA teacher and school district administrator. His research on AI, student identities, and information literacy has been published in various academic journals and collections, and he has served as an EdTech policy consultant, adjunct professor, and course assessor for Harvard University.

Cancellation/No-Show Policy: $70 fee if dropped after 10/28/24 or no-show day of event.
  • Max Class Size: 50

85. Countywide 2024 | Enhancing K-12 Clinical Practice

Program: Countywide Inservice

Audience: K-12 Mental health therapists, social workers, case workers and school counselors

Dates: 11/5/2024

Meeting Times: Tuesday, November 5, 2024, 8:00am to 3:00pm

Join us for a full-day workshop tailored for K-12 clinicians, focusing on essential topics for school settings. Delve into the implementation of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) in schools, learn best practices for supporting LGBTQ students, and gain insights into psychopharmacology relevant to young learners. This comprehensive session provides valuable tools and strategies to enhance your clinical practice and better support your student population.

Agenda
8 AM to 12 PM DBT interventions and implementation strategies in a school-based setting
Facilitated by John Bickel LSW, DBT-LBC Certified Therapist and Administrative Director, Ebright Collaborative, LLC

12 PM to 1 PM Lunch provided
1 PM to 3 PM Breakout Sessions
- BO 1: Supporting LGBTQ+ Students in Schools: Practical Information for Supporting Mental Health Facilitated by Dr. Elana Betts, CCIU
- BO 2: Psychopharmacology Facilitated by Catharyn A. Turner, II MD, MEd, FAAP, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia

CEUs CEUs are available for licensed clinicians. Choose Act 48 hours during enrollment to earn Act 48 hours. CEU hours will be captured on the sign-in form during the session.

This event is co-sponsored by Bryn Mawr College Graduate School of Social Work and Social Research (GSSWSR) for a maximum of 6 credit hours. Bryn Mawr College GSSWSR, as a CSWE accredited School of Social Work, is a pre-approved provider of continuing education for Social Workers, professional counselors, and marriage and family therapists in PA and many other states.



Cancellation/No-Show Policy: $90 fee if dropped after 10/28/24 or no-show day of event.
  • Max Class Size: 217

86. Countywide 2024 | Trauma, Ethics and Restorative Practices Conference

Program: Countywide Inservice

Audience: K-12 Educators

Dates: 11/5/2024

Meeting Times: Tuesday, November 5, 2024, 8:00am to 3:00pm

Enhance your professional skills in just one day with this intensive workshop designed for K-12 educators. This training meets Act 49 requirements, focusing on trauma-informed practices, professional ethics, and includes an introduction to restorative practices. Ideal for educators looking to effectively support trauma-impacted students, navigate ethical dilemmas, and employ restorative techniques in their classrooms.

Agenda:
8:00 to 10:00 AM Strengthening Educator Trauma Informed Skills
Start the day with a comprehensive session led by Dr. Obi Amachi, an experienced psychologist, coach, consultant, and facilitator. Dr. Amachi will provide insights into recognizing and addressing trauma in educational settings. Gain strategies to create a supportive learning environment for all students.

10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Professional Ethics or Restorative Practices
Choose between two crucial topics and break into groups led by a CCIU Training and Consulting (TaC) facilitators. Each session uses the same interactive presentation to guide the discussion and activities. Smaller groups facilitate the opportunity for engaging activities and deep conversation.

12:00 to 1:00 PM Lunch provided.

1:00 to 3:00 PM Professional Ethics or Restorative Practices
Choose between two crucial topics and break into groups led by a CCIU Training and Consulting (TaC) facilitators. Each session uses the same interactive presentation to guide the discussion and activities. Smaller groups facilitate the opportunity for engaging activities and deep conversation.

Cancellation/No-Show Policy: $70 fee if dropped after 10/29/24 or no show the day of the event
  • Max Class Size: 500

87. Countywide 2024 Librarians | Bridging Art, History, and Literature

Program: Countywide Inservice

Audience: K-12 school librarians

Dates: 11/5/2024

Meeting Times: Tuesday, November 5, 2024, 8:00am to 3:00pm

During this engaging and interactive session, librarians will participate in professional learning and networking fostering growth for school librarians and libraries.

Dive into a day of enriching exploration at the Brandywine River Museum, specially designed for school librarians. Start with a guided tour of the Wyeth exhibit, gaining insights into the connections between art, literature, and history. Discover how picture books can enhance learning and participate in group activities that bridge these disciplines. Network with peers to share and learn about effective practices and innovative approaches. 

Agenda:
7:45 to 8:00 AM Sign-In Opens
8:00 to 9:30 AM Guided Tour of Wyeth exhibit and Galleries, Liesl Mahoney, Associate Educator for School & Family Programs
9:45 to 11:15 AM Picture Books for All Ages, Gene Baretta, Author/Illustrator
11:30 AM to 12:30 PM Lunch provided by Brandywine Museum Chef
12:30 to 1:00 PM Connecting with Schools, Liesl Mahoney, Associate Educator for School & Family Programs
1:00 to 3:00 PM Exploring School Librarian Practices, Ashley Murphy, CCIU


Cancellation/No-Show Policy: $90 fee if dropped after 10/28/24 or no-show day of event.
  • Max Class Size: 27

88. Countywide 2024 Psychologists | Best Practice in Evaluation of English Learners

Program: Countywide Inservice

Audience: K-12 school psychologists

Dates: 11/5/2024

Meeting Times: Tuesday, November 5, 2024, 8:00am to 3:00pm

Facilitated by Dr. Ortiz, Professor of Psychology at St. John's University

This workshop will cover current research on language, cognitive, and academic development, applying it to evaluation within a comprehensive, research-based framework. Participants will learn step-by-step procedures for measuring abilities, guidelines for evaluating test scores' validity, and rules for selecting and using scores in English vs. native language. Topics include first and second language acquisition, understanding testing bias, establishing test score validity, and using tools like the Culture-Language Interpretive Matrix (C-LIM) for evaluation. This training equips practitioners with defensible evaluation practices for English learners at all proficiency levels.

CEUs: CEUs are available for licensed psychologists. Choose Act 48 hours during enrollment to earn Act 48 hours. CEU hours will be captured on the sign-in form during the session.

Chester County Intermediate Unit is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Psychology to offer CEUs for psychologists. Chester County Intermediate Unit maintains responsibility for the program(s).

Cancellation/No-Show Policy: $80 fee if dropped after 10/28/24 or no-show day of event.

Note:This session is available for only school psychologists. It is not appropriate for teachers.

#Psych #Assessment
  • Max Class Size: 91

89. Countywide 2024: Health & PE | Promoting Holistic Wellness

Program: Countywide Inservice

Audience: K-12 Health & PE educators

Dates: 11/5/2024

Meeting Times: Tuesday, 8:00am to 3:00pm

This conference is dedicated to exploring the interconnectedness of physical health and mental well-being. This event brings together experts, educators, and practitioners from diverse fields to share insights and strategies for fostering a comprehensive approach to wellness in the realms of both physical education and mental health. Attendees will gain valuable knowledge and practical tools to promote a balanced and holistic approach to teaching health and physical education that empowers individuals to thrive in all aspects of their lives.

Agenda Overview
7:30 am- 8:00 am Sign In for Act 48
8:00 am - 9:20 am Session Block 1
9:35 am - 11:00 am Session Block 2
11:00 am - 12:00 pm LUNCH - East HS Cafeteria
12:00 pm - 1:20 pm Session Block 3
1:35 pm - 3:00 pm Session Block 4

Cancellation/No-Show Policy: $80 fee if dropped after 10/28/24 or no show the day of the event.
  • Max Class Size: 162

90. Countywide 2024: School Nurse Conference

Program: Countywide Inservice

Audience: K-12 School Nurses

Dates: 11/5/2024

Meeting Times: Tuesday, November 5, 2024, 8:00am to 3:00pm

The Countywide School Nurse Conference offers sessions that are directly applicable to the work of school nurses. The information, resources and tools available at this conference will provide school nurses with evidence-based approaches to help keep children healthy and in school so they can learn.

Agenda:

8:00AM to 12:00PM Science-Backed Strategies for Managing Frequent Flyers with Katherine Dahlsgaard, Ph.D., ABPP
In this presentation, Dr. Katherine Dahlsgaard - longtime specialist in pediatric anxiety and eating disorders - will address the *why* but also provide detailed, evidence-based strategies for how to manage and help these children be brave and return to/stay in their classrooms (when they should!) in ways that are both developmentally appropriate and compassionate.

Dr. Dahlsgaard will also cover strategies for working collaboratively with parents, teachers and even administrators to help these Frequent Flyers land safely back in classroom settings where they can learn and thrive. Lots of case examples and time for questions.

12:00 - 1:00pm: Lunch Break

1:00 - 3:00pm: School Health Update with Colleen Schultz, M.Ed., RN CSN

3:00pm: Distribution of Certificates

CEUs: CEU Certificates will be emailed to participants after attendance is confirmed.

Cancellation/No-Show Policy:$100 fee if dropped after 10/28/24 or no-show day of event.
  • Max Class Size: 140

91. Countywide 2024: Science and Language Integration with Multilingual Learners

Program: Countywide Inservice

Audience: Educators supporting multilingual learners

Dates: 11/5/2024

Meeting Times: Tuesday, November 5, 2024, 8 AM to 3 PM

Facilitated by Okhee Lee, Alison Haas, and Abigail Schwenger, NYU SAIL Research Lab

In recent years, there have been growing efforts to reframe education research, policy, and practice to cultivate the assets that multilingual learners (MLs) bring to content area learning. This full-day event highlights
- Contemporary approaches to an asset-oriented view of MLs
- How instructional shifts in content learning and language learning are mutually supportive for MLs.

This full day session focuses on the content area of science and includes immersive hands on activities. Participants experience our approach to integrating science and language with MLs. Using our 5th grade curriculum Science And Integrated Language (SAIL), participants engage with science and language instructional shifts with MLs. To further explore classroom practices, participants focus on two language-rich science and engineering practices (i.e., developing and using models, and arguing from evidence) and formative assessment.

Agenda
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM Asset-Oriented Framing Across Research, Policy, and Practice, Okhee Lee
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM Break
10:15 AM - 12:00 PM Integrating Science And Language With Multilingual Learners, Alison Haas & Abigail Schwenger
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Lunch provided
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM: Small group breakout sessions all participants will have the opportunity to attend both sessions
- Language use for modeling and argument in science
- Formative assessment of science learning and language development

Cancellation/No-Show Policy: Full fee if dropped after 10/28/24 or no-show day of event.

#El #multilingual #science #stem
  • Max Class Size: 90

92. Instructional Technology Integrationist Collaborative (ITIC)

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: teachers, instructional coaches, technology administrators

Dates: 11/5/2024

Meeting Times: 11/5/2024; 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

Conference

93. Countywide 2024 ART Conference

Program: Countywide Inservice

Dates: 11/5/2024


Location: GoggleWorks Center for the Arts, 201 Washington St., Reading PA 19601

The GoggleWorks Center for the Arts is a community art and cultural resource center located in Reading, Pennsylvania. The mission of the GoggleWorks is "to nurture the arts, foster creativity, promote education and enrich the community." Resident artists facilitate hands-on sessions for art teachers to learn new techniques and processes in various mediums.

Note: Projects that need to cure will be available for participants to pick up at GoggleWorks until Tuesday, December 3rd. Then cured projects will be available for pick up at CCIU Education Service Center between December 6th and December 20th.


Agenda:
8:30 - 9:00am: Sign in
9:00 - 9:30am: Introduction to GoggleWorks Center for the Arts
9:30 - 11:30am: Morning Workshop
11:30 - 12:45pm: Lunch on own and Gallery Walk
12:45 - 2:45pm: Afternoon Workshop
2:45pm: Visit GoggleWorks galleries, artist studios, and store

Fee to Attend: $120 - includes all materials. Registration closes 10/28/2024.

Cancellation/No Show Policy: $120 if drop after 10/28/24 or no show day of event

Enrollment: Click on View Sessions/Enroll below to select from available Morning and Afternoon workshops.
  • Max Class Size: 90

94. CCIU TaC Professional Development Days (By Invitation Only)

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 11/8/2024

Meeting Times: 11/8/2024

TaC Professional Development Days are designed for CCIU TaC Specialists only and scheduled throughout the school year.
  • Max Class Size: 40

95. Finding Common Ground: Strategies for Promoting Respectful Discourse and Civic Reasoning Across the Curriculum

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Teachers or Curriculum Leaders in Grades 6-12

Dates: 11/12/2024

Meeting Times: 11/12/2024; 12:00pm - 3:00pm

In an increasingly complex and polarized world, the need for respectful and open discourse in the classroom is more apparent than ever. With the proliferation of social media and contentious public discourse, students are often exposed to conflicting viewpoints without the necessary tools to engage thoughtfully and respectfully. This workshop series aims to address the need for educators to create safe spaces where students can explore complex issues, develop critical thinking skills, and learn to engage in constructive dialogue.

The goal of this series is to equip educators with practical tools and techniques to navigate charged topics effectively, fostering a culture of empathy, understanding, and civic engagement among students. Through interactive sessions and hands-on activities, participants will develop the skills necessary to facilitate nuanced discussions, address controversial issues when they come up in a classroom setting, and promote civic reasoning across diverse subject areas, empowering students to engage constructively with a complex world, while upholding principles of respect and inclusivity.

Each session will be situated around a different focus area but attendees can choose to attend select sessions or the full series.

04/30/24: Virtual - Setting the Stage: Introduction to Discourse and Civic Reasoning in the Classroom
05/15/24: Virtual - Gauging the Terrain: Civic Discourse in the age of AI and Social Media
09/25/24: Virtual - Building the Foundation: Creating a Space for Empathy in the Classroom
10/08/24: In Person - Practicing Classroom Strategies
11/12/24: In Person - Maintaining Discourse Through Dialogue

#SocialStudies #CivicEngagement #Discourse #ELA
  • Max Class Size: 40

96. Gifted Teacher Network Meeting

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Gifted teachers, educators

Dates: 11/12/2024

Meeting Times: 11/12/24; 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Unlock the power of collaboration within the Gifted Network, where educators converge to explore and strategize on the dynamic landscape of federal, state, and local policies shaping gifted services. Immerse yourself in a meeting format that seamlessly blends updates on crucial gifted issues and professional development insights. The majority of our time is dedicated to fostering an open dialogue, providing a platform for spirited discussions and collaborative GIEP development, all under the guidance and support of your fellow gifted educators.

Join us as we elevate the discourse and empower each other to navigate the ever-evolving realm of gifted education.

#LDET
#Gifted
  • Max Class Size: 50

97. November PIMS Workshop - Start of Year Child Accounting and Tracking Students

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 11/12/2024

Meeting Times: 11/12/2024; 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Start the year by emphasizing accuracy in reporting your Child Accounting Data. This session aims to assist you in expertly identifying students by mastering the process of student identification, coding, and reporting before PIMS submission. A thorough grasp of your district, adherence to internal policies, and careful attention to key indicators can not only enhance the accuracy of your child accounting data but also streamline the entire process, minimizing confusion and mitigating the risk of subsidy loss.

#PIMS #PIMSWorkshop
  • Max Class Size: 150

98. Overview of Structured Literacy

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: Educators who hold instructional certificates in the following areas: Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle, Special Education PreK—12, English as a Second Language, Reading Specialist

Dates: 11/12/2024

Meeting Times: 11/12/2024; 8:30am - 11:30am

This session will provide participants with an overview of structured literacy, including content related to evidence-based intervention practices on structured literacy, explicit and systematic instruction, theoretical models that encompass phonological and phonemic awareness, the alphabetic principle, decoding and encoding, fluency, vocabulary, reading comprehension, and building content knowledge. This training meets the requirements of Chapter 49 and is appropriate for educators who need a foundational understanding of structured literacy.

#Literacy
#StructuredLiteracy
  • Max Class Size: 35

99. Wilson Reading System Introductory Course

Program: Hourly Workshops

Dates: 11/12/2024 to 11/14/2024

Meeting Times: November 12, 2024, November 13, 2024, and November 14, 2024; all 8:30am - 3:00pm

This course provides participants with an overview of the Wilson Reading System (WRS) and serves as the prerequisite for WRS Level I Certification Training. This course examines the intensive intervention reading instruction necessary for students in grade two and above with persistent and significant phonological-coding deficits. Participants learn about dyslexia (indicators, misconceptions, neurobiological aspects, and prevalence), typical versus atypical reading acquisition, appropriate student identification and placement, and key components and principles of instruction, including the factors necessary for high-quality program implementation. How to teach phonology (including phonemic awareness), morphology, and orthography in an integrated, explicit, systematic, and multisensory way is demonstrated and practiced during the course. Participants explore the standard ten-part WRS Lesson Plan and practice planning, delivering, and individualizing a WRS Lesson while receiving modeling and feedback from a Wilson Credentialed Trainer.

Course Objectives
-Define dyslexia and understand its prevalence and impact on the acquisition of reading skills and cognitive processes
-Explain the process of identifying students with a language-based learning disability, such as dyslexia, or other characteristics that indicate the need for intensive, multisensory instruction with the WRS.
-Understand the Response to Intervention (RTI) model and how to implement it.
-Demonstrate understanding of the WRS Principles of Instruction: direct, explicit, structured, sequential, integrated, multisensory, synthetic, analytical, diagnostic, prescriptive, mastery/automaticity, cumulative, metacognitive, and emotionally sound.
-Identify the components and procedures for Lesson Block 1 (word study/foundational reading skills), Lesson Block 2 (spelling/foundational writing skills), and Lesson Block 3 (fluency/comprehension) of the WRS Lesson Plan.
-Practice and prepare a ten-part WRS Lesson Plan.

#literacy
  • Max Class Size: 20

100. Your Own Innovation Hub: Building Schools-within-Schools in Your School or District (Part 2/3 of SCL for Admin Series)

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: K-12 building and district administrators

Dates: 11/12/2024

Meeting Times: 11/12/2024; 10:30am - 11:30am

This workshop is tailored for principals and central office personnel who are looking to foster innovation within their educational environments. We will guide you through the steps of creating effective 'schools-within-schools' models, focusing on strategies for planning, implementation, and evaluation. This session will provide practical tools and insights on how to build these innovative spaces that encourage creative learning and teaching methods. Join us to learn how to transform parts of your school or district into thriving hubs of innovation, where students and teachers can explore new educational frontiers together.

#LDET
#SCL
#Workshop
  • Max Class Size: 20

101. 2024-2025 Principal Network

Program: Hourly Workshops

Audience: School Principals

Dates: 11/13/2024 to 4/2/2025

Meeting Times: See Description

The Principal Networking offers a collaborative space for building leaders to share experiences, passions, and interests. Participants set the topics, and discussions are divided into elementary and secondary groups.

Please note: In-person and virtual networking opportunities are available.

Schedule:
Day 1: November 13, 2024
1:00 to 2:00 pm
Virtual

Day 2: December 3, 2024
12:30 to 2:30 pm
In-person @CCIU Educational Service Center

Day 3: January 22, 2025
1:00 to 2:00 pm
In-Person

Day 4: February 6, 2025
12:30 to 2:30 pm
In-person @CCIU Educational Service Center

Day 5: March 12, 2025
1:00 to 2:00 pm
Virtual

Day 6: April 2, 2025
12:30 to 2:30 pm
In-person @CCIU Educational Service Center

Visit Building a Community of Leaders | Principal Study Council 2024-2025 to enroll today for the Act 45 program that includes speaker led professional learning.

#leadership
  • Max Class Size: 100