Good leadership is based on relationships, and strong leaders lead through empathy. In this session, Thomas R. Hoerr will define the aspects of empathy and show how empathy can be grown. Empathy will be focused upon in hiring and professional development. Learning Outcomes: Participants will learn The components of empathy. How to develop their personal […]
Tailoring instruction to meet the diverse needs of learners is difficult enough in face-to-face settings, let alone in the digital world. The recent challenges that accompany oscillating learning environments have shone a spotlight on the varying needs of students, leaving many teachers wondering if it's possible to move all students forward while attending to their […]
In this workshop, Pérsida Himmele and William Himmele will address what works in teaching English language learners, how to accelerate learning for students' learning literacy and content in an additional language, and how to support colleagues in accelerating learning for ELLs. Participants will walk away with a five-part framework for understanding how to design learning […]
In a world awash in technology, what EdTech skills and strategies should educators focus on to ensure they are making the best use of online spaces for classroom learning? This workshop will include an overview of three technology strategies essential for all learning environments. The first session in the series will examine ways to curate resources. In […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
