Events in March 2024
- Highly Qualified Paraprofessional Training and Assessment Testing
Highly Qualified Paraprofessional Training and Assessment Testing
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03/12/2024Workshop 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 For questions, please contact registrar@iu17.org.
Location: Canton office
- The Writing Revolution
The Writing Revolution
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03/13/2024The Science of Reading has opened our eyes to new practices in literacy education, but what about the Science of Writing? Through this course, participants will focus on utilizing the strands of Joan Sedita’s The Writing Rope to provide a framework for writing instruction, as well as gain practical strategies from The Writing Revolution to implement in classrooms immediately.
Dates/Location: 03/13/2024 and 04/10/2024 - Williamsport office
Lunch will not be provided
- LETRS 3rd Edition Volume 1
LETRS 3rd Edition Volume 1
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03/20/2024LETRS addresses four critical outcomes for effective literacy instruction: understanding the science of reading, converting research to practice, enhancing teacher effectiveness, and transforming instruction. By understanding the “why” behind science and evidence-based research, educators can effectively know how to aid students in learning to read. With Bridge to Practice activities, educators implement the knowledge gained directly into their classrooms.
Dates/Locations:
10/17/2023- Canton office
11/29/2023- Canton office
02/22/2024- Williamsport office
03/20/2024- Williamsport office
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Lunch WILL be provided
Cost: $20 per session
- LETRS 3rd Edition Volume 2
LETRS 3rd Edition Volume 2
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03/27/2024*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/Locations:
10/24/2023 - Canton office
12/07/2023 - Canton office
02/29/2024 - Williamsport office
03/27/2024 - Williamsport office
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $20 per session
Lunch WILL be provided
Autism Network & Connect SeriesAutism Network & Connect Series
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03/27/2024Students diagnosed with Autism continue to increase yearly in schools at all grade levels. Students with Autism continue to learn uniquely in today’s classrooms. At the same time, there are always questions about how educators can best support them. This series will share strategies and content, and educators will have time to practice to develop a better understanding and increase a positive classroom culture and environment. These skills are applicable and should be used throughout the school year. The instruction and strategies may vary since “no two students are the same.” Reflection and networking opportunities will be included throughout each of the sessions, along with how these skills can be bridged into practice.
You can sign up for multiple sessions, as there will be a variety of relevant topics discussed in the area of Autism. All educators are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Location: Canton Office
Lunch is not provided