Designing Effective and Equitable Online and Blended Learning Experiences

The emerging emphasis on distance and blended learning has left many educators grappling with how to transfer effective face-to-face teaching practices to online learning environments. In addition, educators have scrambled to acquire new skill sets in order to support learners using technologies designed to engage students across a variety of learning modalities (e.g., flipped, fully […]

Preventive Practices to Avoid Risky Behaviors

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Identify the role prevention play in protecting the mental well of students, staff and families. Learn strategies to implement prevention in your school. Learn how to turn existing prevention practices into best practices. Identify local low to no cost prevention program opportunities available in your area. Important Session Information: Module 1 during the 2020-21 school […]

Vocation Night

Mt. St. Mary's Seminary 6616 Beechmont Ave., Cincinnati, OH, United States

Mt. St. Mary’s Seminary and School of Theology is hosting a Vocation Night at the seminary, 6616 Beechmont Ave. Cincinnati on Wednesday, January 26, 2022.  The evening begins at 5pm and ends at 8:30pm.  The evening includes Mass at 5:15pm followed by dinner, talks, a tour and an opportunity to interact with the seminarians.  The […]

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Effective Strategies for Content Teachers of ELS

Learn theories of Second Language Acquisition. Learn and apply effective strategies for instructing English Learners (ELs). Important Session Information: Join us for this two-day session (January 20th and 27th) designed for content, EL teachers, related services staff, and anyone working to support ELs seeking intensive instructional support grounded in research and includes effective instructional strategies […]

Stress Free Strategies for Inclusive Classroom Based Intervention

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Compare and contrast models of service delivery and scheduling options related to classroom-based intervention. Develop and deliver intervention to support speech, language, and literacy in the classroom setting. Employ appropriate methods of progress monitoring. Develop activities that encourage carryover of targeted skills in the classroom and home settings. Completion of post-assessment. Important Session Information: roviding […]

Leading a School Change Initiative

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Every school has a unique culture that grows from its history, size, organizational structure, geography, legends, resources, and demographics—as well as opportunities to make a shift in standard practices. We are in a historically unique time to create change. In this interactive workshop, Jeffrey Benson will guide participants through a series of activities that take […]

Shake Up Literacy Learning with Multitasking Mentor Texts

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Join authors Pam Koutrakos and Maria Walther as they share their passion for using children’s literature to create joyful, student-centered literacy experiences. Learn how to use books as your teaching partners to mentor inquisitive learners and lead them on the path toward independence. Participants will leave energized and prepared to: - Seek out titles that […]

Leading a School Change Initiative

Virtual - Receive Link When Registered

Every school has a unique culture that grows from its history, size, organizational structure, geography, legends, resources, and demographics—as well as opportunities to make a shift in standard practices. We are in a historically unique time to create change. In this interactive workshop, Jeffrey Benson will guide participants through a series of activities that take […]

Preventive Practices to Avoid Risky Behaviors

Identify the role prevention play in protecting the mental well of students, staff and families. Learn strategies to implement prevention in your school. Learn how to turn existing prevention practices into best practices. Identify local low to no cost prevention program opportunities available in your area. Important Session Information: Schools play a critical role in […]

Grit Makes the Difference

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Grit, tenacity, or resilience: Whatever you call it, this quality is integral to success! In this workshop, Thomas R. Hoerr will focus on how to develop students' grit—and also offer ideas on developing your own grit. Learning Outcomes: Participants will Understand the relationship of grit to comfort zones and good failure. Learn how to develop […]

RTI/MTSS Tools for Planning Tier I Interventions

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When your district is over-referring students for special education services, you know it is time to strengthen Tier l instruction. In this workshop, Margaret Searle and Marilyn Swartz will share tools and protocols proven to make this task less stressful for teachers. Learning Outcomes: Participants will Learn what Tiers 1, 2, and 3 should look […]

Learning to Love Math: How to Engage and Motivate Students to Build and Sustain Math Understanding, Effort, and Enjoyment: A Deeper Dive

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How can you guide students to build math concept networks that require deep, accurate understanding? In this workshop with Judy Willis, we'll explore the information described in the mini-workshop "Learning to Love Math" with a deeper dive. We'll first examine strategies to reduce the stress that blocks participation and understanding. Additional insights come from the […]