Intended for: Instructional Staff, Support Staff, Admins

Description: Engaging all stakeholders in a comprehensive approach to compassionate discipline practices for all students. Fostering the understanding of developmental stages, exploring discipline philosophies, building positive relationships, effective communication skills, implementing restorative practices, trauma informed practices, as well as implementing/considering the seven factors of discipline. Encompassing these elements, educators can enhance their capacity to effectively manage student behaviors and increase academic performance.

Intended for: Instructional Staff, Support Staff, Administration

Description: Get the most out of Google while streamlining your workload, collaborating efficiently, and managing time more effectively with Google apps and optimization.

Intended for: Instructional Staff, Support Staff, Administration

Description: Addressing the daily challenges of mental health and fostering positive student behavior remains a priority in our schools. In this engaging session, you will explore Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) supports available to your school. We'll explore practical tools that empower interventions to leverage SEL strategies, fostering student growth and development as an alternative to punitive measures like suspension. You will discover life skills and mental health resources, including expert-curated online lessons for students and educator courses designed in partnership with statewide leadership organizations. Join us as we dive into the critical importance of this work and identify ways you can make a powerful impact.

Intended for: Instructional Staff, Support Staff, Administration

Description: Your employer's retirement plan is among the most effective ways to help you secure the future you deserve. Join Transamerica for an informative session covering:

- The importance of saving for retirement

- How your employer’s plan can help

- Plan features and services

- How to enroll

- Resources available to you

Intended for: Instructional Staff, Support Staff, Administration

Description: What is Self-Care? Self-care refers to anything that you do to keep yourself mentally, emotionally, physically, and socially healthy. It can be difficult to prioritize self-care with such a busy world we live in, but it is an important skill to incorporate into our daily lives for our overall wellness. Learn more about the perks and programs available through Priority Health included with your insurance coverage. Programs like My Strength, Wellbeing Hub, Priority Mom & Priority Baby, Active & Fit Program, Assist America (Travel Assistance), and Diabetes Prevention Program are just some of the amazing programs designed to support you and your wellness.

Intended for: Instructional Staff, Support Staff, Administration

Description: Cyber security is ubiquitous in our everyday lives. If you have a digital device that connects to the internet it can be compromised. Join us as we help you navigate the digital minefield of everyday life. This presentation will provide you with the tools to defend yourself professionally and personally in the ever changing landscape that is our digital world.

Intended for: Instructional Staff, Support Staff, Administration

Description: The climate and culture Staff presentation is designed to explore the various elements that contribute to a positive and productive work environment. Through interactive discussions, activities, and insights, participants will explore the importance of climate and culture in shaping their workplace experience. Topics covered may include fostering teamwork and collaboration, effective communication strategies, recognizing and celebrating achievements, and strategies for managing change and fostering resilience. The session will also aim to empower employees with tools and knowledge to contribute to a supportive and thriving organizational culture.

Intended for: Instructional Staff, Support Staff, Administration

Description: It's back again! Discuss a shared definition of what it means to be a trauma-sensitive school. This session grants educators the opportunity to explore the unmet needs behind common behaviors.

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Intended for: Instructional Staff, Support Staff, Administration

Description: Step into the dynamic intersection of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) integration and revolutionize your classroom instruction! This session is designed for educators eager to enhance their teaching practices by infusing STEAM principles into their instruction. Throughout this session, participants will explore innovative strategies and practical approaches for integrating STEAM concepts into everyday classroom activities. From hands-on experiments to interdisciplinary projects, we will delve into the ways STEAM education can enrich student learning experiences and foster essential 21st-century skills.

Intended for: Instructional Staff - Elementary

Description: While research says that only 35% of students are reading proficiently, it also says that 95% of students can learn to read. In this session, we will provide up-to-date research on how effective reading instruction supports students in becoming proficient readers. This session will cover the role of phonics instruction, effective reading assessment practices, and the importance of explicit and systematic instruction in the K-5 classroom. Educators will leave this session with practical hands-on activities, ideas and techniques to enhance phonics reading instruction and improve reading outcomes for all students.

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Intended for: Instructional Staff - Elementary

Description: Unlock the power of collaboration and engagement with our dynamic introduction to Kagan Structures! Discover proven strategies to foster a cooperative learning environment where every student actively participates and succeeds. Join us to elevate your teaching toolkit and transform your classroom into a vibrant hub of interactive learning and achievement.

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Intended for: Instructional Staff - Elementary, Secondary

Description: Please join School Leader, Julie Flowers as she showers you with engagement strategies that build memories and relationships in your classroom. These tools are grounded in evaluative resources for grades k-12 that help you realize your teaching style for a positive and productive learning environment. Through interactive discussions and practical examples, participants will learn how to implement proactive approaches to foster a sense of belonging and engagement among students. Emphasis will be placed on building authentic relationships with students through empathy, communication, and understanding. Teachers will leave equipped with practical techniques for establishing clear expectations, addressing behavior challenges proactively, and cultivating a supportive classroom culture where every student feels valued and respected.

Intended for: Instructional Staff - Elementary, Secondary

Description: The Innovative Social Studies session is designed to empower Social Studies educators with the tools and strategies to foster inquiry-based learning and innovation in their classrooms. In today's rapidly evolving educational landscape, it is crucial for educators to adapt their teaching methods to inspire critical thinking, curiosity, and a deep understanding of historical and contemporary issues.

Intended for: Instructional Staff - Elementary, Secondary

Description: Explore innovative ways to elevate student engagement using free interactive technology tools like Blooket, Classroom Screen, IXL, Canva for Education, and Magic School.

Intended for: Instructional Staff - Elementary, Secondary, & Administration

Description: It seems like AI is everywhere now. But it’s actually been all around us for quite some time. In this introductory session, we’ll level-set as a group with a common definition and understanding of AI, cover the different classifications of AI, and explore how the technology has evolved to such an extent that it is at the forefront our daily lives. Attendees will gain a comprehensive overview of the AI landscape, its transformative impact on various industries including education, and a glimpse into the potential future advancements and challenges the field might face.

Intended for: Instructional Staff - Elementary, Secondary, & Administration

Description: This session will focus on ways to leverage the NWEA MAP Growth Profile Reports to analyze individual student data and enhance tiered instructional practices in the classroom and schoolwide. In this workshop, educators will delve into the powerful tools and insights offered by the NWEA MAP Growth assessment platform, designed to inform and optimize instruction across diverse learner profiles.

Intended for: Instructional Staff - Elementary, Secondary & Administration

Description: As AI tools become commonplace in students' hands, how can teachers adapt their teaching methods to maximize learning outcomes and still ensure authentic learning is taking place? This session will focus on practical classroom strategies in an AI-integrated world. We'll explore lesson planning adaptations, fostering critical thinking in an AI-assisted setting, and ensuring meaningful human-AI-student interactions. Teachers will walk away with actionable insights and strategies to harness the potential of AI in their classrooms, enriching the learning journey for all students.

Intended for: Instructional Staff - Elementary, Secondary, & Support Staff

Description: Are you tired of searching for professional development that truly speaks to your role within your school? Fed up with the traditional "sit and get" sessions that leave you feeling uninspired and disconnected? Join us for an eye-opening session where you'll discover the secrets to maintaining and elevating your educator certification. In this dynamic session, we'll unveil the power of personalized professional development tailored to your needs. From counselors to teachers and administrators, our flexible online community provides a seamless platform for growth. Learn how to navigate the evolving landscape of education, all while earning those needed Compliance or State Continuing Education Clock Hours (SCECH) from the comfort of your own schedule.

Intended for: Instructional Staff - Secondary

Description: Join us for an immersive session delving into the dynamic integration of language and literacy strategies within content areas, specifically tailored for educators working with students in grades 6-12. This workshop will showcase strategies aligned to Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol (SIOP) Model, offering a best practice approach to working with English Learners. All featured SIOP strategies and learning activities will focus on increasing student engagement in the learning environment and are adaptable for all learners across all content areas.