Events in November 2022
- Gifted Educator Networking
Gifted Educator Networking
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11/03/2022Facilitated 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
- QBS- Recert Safety Care
QBS- Recert Safety Care
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11/07/2022This 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.
- Highly Qualified Paraprofessional Assessment Testing
Highly Qualified Paraprofessional Assessment Testing
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11/08/2022This 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
- School Counselors Cohort
School Counselors Cohort
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11/11/2022This 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)