Events in November 2022
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| 10/30/2022 | 10/31/2022 | 11/01/2022 | 11/02/2022(2 events)9:00 am: PHoundations of Literacy: PHonics (including High Frequency Words) 9:00 am - 2:00 pm If you have ever found yourself confused by the PH pieces in the literacy puzzle, then this series is for you! We will explore the critical PH terminology that directly relates to best practices in foundational literacy instruction and beyond. Participants will leave with a firm grasp on these complex terms and how to align them with the 5 Pillars of Literacy instruction. Register for all three or sign up for the day that best suits your needs. Day 1 10/12/22: PHonological Awareness Day 2 11/2/22: PHonics (including High Frequency Words) Day 3 12/7/22: MorPHology (Vocabulary, Fluency, Comprehension) 11:00 am: Phoundations of Literacy (PHonics) 11:00 am - 2:00 pm If you have ever found yourself confused by the PH pieces in the literacy puzzle, then this series is for you! We will explore the critical PH terminology that directly relates to best practices in foundational literacy instruction and beyond. Participants will leave with a firm grasp on these complex terms and how to align them with the 5 Pillars of Literacy instruction. Register for all three or sign up for the day that best suits your needs. Day 1 10/12/22: PHonological Awareness Day 2 11/2/22: PHonics (including High Frequency Words) Day 3 12/7/22: MorPHology (Vocabulary, Fluency, Comprehension) Register for all three or sign up for the day that best suits your needs. Day 1 10/12/22: PHonological Awareness Day 2 11/2/22: PHonics (including High Frequency Words) Day 3 12/7/22: MorPHology (Vocabulary, Fluency, Comprehension) | 11/03/2022(1 event)9:00 am: Gifted Educator Networking 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Facilitated by the BLaST Division of Educational Planning and BLaST Division of Student Services, these networking events are for information sharing, discussion, and collaboration around relevant K-12 Gifted Education topics. There will be an emphasis on PDE initiatives and best practices for Gifted Educators. This network promotes a culture for learning and growth for all Gifted Educators interested in staying connected and up to date in best practices. Lunch in NOT provided
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| 11/06/2022 | 11/07/2022(1 event)7:30 am: QBS- Recert Safety Care 7:30 am - 4:00 pm This training requires demonstration of 18 verbal and physical competencies. Participants should come prepared and willing to demonstrate mastery of each competency. Participants will recertify on verbal and physical de-escalation techniques. Various therapeutic holds will be demonstrated and practiced. They will learn to de-escalate a crisis situation and test out of core competencies. | 11/08/2022(2 events)8:30 am: Highly Qualified Paraprofessional Assessment Testing 8:30 am - 2:30 pm This workshop will provide practical training and support in the areas of reading, writing, mathematics, and confidentiality. Participants will take the assessments in these areas designed to fulfill the current requirements of No Child Left Behind for "highly qualified paraprofessionals." . To be considered Highly Qualified, individuals are required to have (1) of the following: • Have completed at least 2 years of postsecondary study • Possess an associate degree or higher • Pass a rigorous local assessment in reading, writing and mathematics Location: Williamsport IU Office 8:30 am: LETRS 3rd Edition - Volume 2 8:30 am - 3:00 pm *Completion of LETRS Volume 1 (Units 1-4) is a prerequisite for Volume 2. LETRS addresses four critical outcomes for effective literacy instruction: understanding the science of reading, converting research to practice, enhancing teacher effectiveness, and transforming instruction. Volume 2 focuses specifically on oral language and vocabulary, understanding reading comprehension, text-driven comprehension instruction, and the reading-writing connection. With Bridge to Practice activities, educators implement the knowledge gained directly into their classrooms. Dates: September 27, November 8, March 28, April 18 (must attend all sessions) Location: Canton BLaST Office (Sept & Nov) & Williamsport BLaST Office (Mar & Apr) Lunch will be provided | 11/09/2022 | 11/10/2022 | 11/11/2022(1 event)8:30 am: School Counselors Cohort 8:30 am - 2:00 pm This Professional Learning Opportunity for K-12 school counselors will occur three times a year. The cohort package is intended for the consistent attendance of a school counselor for all three sessions. The full-day professional learning topics will include student and staff mental health needs and strategies; crisis management and recovery; equity, inclusion, and belonging initiatives; counselor-identified needs and PDE initiatives (social-emotional wellness, Act 158 pathways, etc.). **For a systems approach, we encourage districts to send representation from the K-12 counseling team for district-wide collaboration. Lunch will be provided Dates&Locations 11/11/2022- Canton (K-12) 01/12/2023- Williamsport (elementary & early middle school only) 01/19/2023- Williamsport (later middle and high school only) 03/24/2023- Williamsport (K-12) | 11/12/2022 |
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| 11/27/2022 | 11/28/2022 | 11/29/2022 | 11/30/2022 | 12/01/2022(1 event)9:30 am: BLaST Curriculum Coordinators and Principals Meeting 9:30 am - 12:30 pm These meetings are scheduled to discuss PDE updates and initiatives. Other meeting topics and/or content may be added to the agenda. If you have requests, please contact Brooke Beiter at bbeiter@iu17.org. This event is for CURRICULUM COORDINATORS, PRINCIPALS AND OTHER ADMINISTRATORS OF SCHOOL DISTRICTS SERVED BY BLaST IU 17. | 12/02/2022 | 12/03/2022 |