Events in April 2022
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| 03/27/2022 | 03/28/2022 | 03/29/2022 | 03/30/2022 | 03/31/2022(1 event) | 04/01/2022(1 event)8:30 am: School Counselor Cohort 2021~2022 8:30 am - 2:30 pm BLaST IU 17 - Williamsport Office 2400 Reach Road Williamsport, PA 17701 US 570-323-8561 | 04/02/2022 |
| 04/03/2022 | 04/04/2022(1 event)9:00 am: Trauma Informed Educators Collaborative ~ Individual and Bundle options 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Williamsport 1/24/2022 & 2/28/2022 & Canton 3/21/22 & 4/4/2022 In this collaborative, we will be focusing on the Four R’s of Trauma-Informed Care from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) as it relates to student development and school culture. Each session will offer evidence-based practices that will help you develop a deeper understanding of trauma, its impact on both educators’ and students’ learning and engagement, and strategies for avoiding re-traumatization. Additionally, we will guide participants through professional standards of care that can help to prevent burnout and assist in building better relationships with colleagues and students. Training will be given in a learning and workshopping format and geared toward School Counselors, School Psychologists, and School Resource Officers, along with any other educator wishing to learn the most influential trauma-informed practices for their district. Attendance at all four sessions is required. Districts have the option buddle this collaborative with Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) and QPR Suicide Prevention Training for up to 6 people for an additional cost. (ACT 48 will be in addition to the 18 hours listed here) (Dates for YMHFA and QPR training TBD) Session 1: REALIZE the impact of trauma on student learning and the impact it has on school climate Session 2: RECOGNIZE the signs of trauma in students, families, staff members, and the community Session 3: RESPOND by integrating evidence-based practices related to trauma into your school and district Session 4: RESIST re-traumatization of students, families, and staff. DATES & PLACES: Williamsport 1/24/2022 & 2/28/2022 & Canton 3/21/22 & 4/4/2022 TIME: 9:00 AM TO 2:00 PM (Sign in begins at 8:30 AM) INDIVIDUAL COST: $100 TO REGISTER AS AN INDIVIDUAL CLICK HERE BUNDLE OF SIX COST: $1000 | 04/05/2022 | 04/06/2022(1 event) | 04/07/2022 | 04/08/2022 | 04/09/2022 |
| 04/10/2022 | 04/11/2022 | 04/12/2022(3 events)8:00 am: Youth Mental Health First Aid 8:00 am - 3:30 pm The 7-hour course introduces common mental health challenges for youth, reviews typical adolescent development, and teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations. Topics include: • Common signs and symptoms of mental illness in this age group, including: » Anxiety » Depression » Eating disorders » Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) • Common signs and symptoms of substance use • How to interact with a child or adolescent in crisis • How to connect the person with help DATE: April 12, 2022 TIME: 8 AM ~ 3:30 PM (Sign in begins at 7:45 AM) COST: $125 includes materials and lunch ACT 48: 7 hours LOCATION: Canton IU Office 9:00 am: Autism Connection Series 9:00 am - 2:30 pm BLaST Williamsport Office or by ZOOM Students being diagnosed with Autism continue to increase every year. At the same time, students with Autism continue to learn in their unique and amazing ways in today’s classrooms. In this two day series, skill area content will be shared so educators should practice with themselves and their students to develop a better understanding and increase a positive classroom culture and environment. These skills are recyclable and should be used throughout the school year. The instruction and strategies may vary from grade to grade and depending on each student since “no two students are the same.” Reflection and networking opportunities will be included throughout the two day series along with how these skills can be bridged into practice. Sign in begins at 8:30 AM. This is a two day training. You may attend in person or virtually. Lunch is not provided. ACT 48: 10 hours Registration Deadline: 4/9/2022 9:00 am: Innovation & Technology Collaborative SYE 2022 9:00 am - 2:00 pm With the commitment of the state funds to promote the growth of equitable STEM opportunities for all students, we are again able to offer participation in ITC at no cost to districts. The Innovation & Technology Collaborative (ITC) is a network of educators and administrators interested in implementing 21st Century approaches to transform teaching and learning. ACT 48: 4.5 hours | 04/13/2022(1 event)9:00 am: Autism Connection Series 9:00 am - 2:30 pm BLaST Williamsport Office or by ZOOM Students being diagnosed with Autism continue to increase every year. At the same time, students with Autism continue to learn in their unique and amazing ways in today’s classrooms. In this two day series, skill area content will be shared so educators should practice with themselves and their students to develop a better understanding and increase a positive classroom culture and environment. These skills are recyclable and should be used throughout the school year. The instruction and strategies may vary from grade to grade and depending on each student since “no two students are the same.” Reflection and networking opportunities will be included throughout the two day series along with how these skills can be bridged into practice. Sign in begins at 8:30 AM. This is a two day training. You may attend in person or virtually. Lunch is not provided. ACT 48: 10 hours Registration Deadline: 4/9/2022 | 04/14/2022 | 04/15/2022 | 04/16/2022 |
| 04/17/2022 | 04/18/2022 | 04/19/2022(1 event)9:00 am: Rebalancing Literacy: Tipping the Scales in Reading Instruction 9:00 am - 2:30 pm This series will explore common practices in balanced literacy and deepen the understanding of research and resources to enhance reading instruction for all students. There will be a heavy emphasis on language comprehension, phonological awareness, phonics, high frequency words, and choosing appropriate texts for all levels of readers. Educators will be revamping their toolkits through discussion, modeling, and bridge to practice opportunities. Registration closes April 13, 2022 Dates: April 19 & 20, 2022 Time: 9:00 AM & 2:30 PM Location: Williamsport IU Office Cost: Free ~ Lunch is NOT provided ACT 48: 10 hours | 04/20/2022(1 event)9:00 am: Rebalancing Literacy: Tipping the Scales in Reading Instruction 9:00 am - 2:30 pm This series will explore common practices in balanced literacy and deepen the understanding of research and resources to enhance reading instruction for all students. There will be a heavy emphasis on language comprehension, phonological awareness, phonics, high frequency words, and choosing appropriate texts for all levels of readers. Educators will be revamping their toolkits through discussion, modeling, and bridge to practice opportunities. Registration closes April 13, 2022 Dates: April 19 & 20, 2022 Time: 9:00 AM & 2:30 PM Location: Williamsport IU Office Cost: Free ~ Lunch is NOT provided ACT 48: 10 hours | 04/21/2022 | 04/22/2022 | 04/23/2022 |
| 04/24/2022 | 04/25/2022 | 04/26/2022(1 event)5:00 pm: Safety Care for Families ~ Part 1 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Safety-Care for Families is a training program for parents, family members, foster parents, foster parents, and in-home support staff who provide support in a home or home-like environment to individuals who present behavioral challenges. By implementing effective prevention and intervention strategies, we can enhance the individual’s quality of care and life. Essential Skills, Part 1: This session is designed to provide family members and others with a basic set of prevention skills for working with a person who exhibits challenging behavior. If the severity and frequency of the challenging behaviors are not extreme, then Safety-Care Essentials for Families may be sufficient to meet their needs. When: April 26, 2022 Where: Canton IU Office Time: 5:00 PM ~ 7:30 PM
| 04/27/2022(1 event)5:00 pm: Safety Care for Families ~ Part 2 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm Safety-Care for Families is a training program for parents, family members, foster parents, foster parents, and in-home support staff who provide support in a home or home-like environment to individuals who present behavioral challenges. By implementing effective prevention and intervention strategies, we can enhance the individual’s quality of care and life. Essential Skills, Part 2: The 2nd session is designed to provide family members and others with a basic set of management skills for working with a person who exhibits challenging behavior. Additional topics include de-escalation and creating a family safety plan. Note: No one may attend Part 2 without first attending Part 1. When: April 27, 2022 Time: 5:00 Pm ~ 7:30 PM Cost: None | 04/28/2022(1 event) | 04/29/2022 | 04/30/2022 |