Events in December 2021
- LETRS 3rd Edition - Volume 1
LETRS 3rd Edition - Volume 1
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12/09/2021LETRS 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.
Guest Speaker: Dr. Pam Kastner
DATES: DEC. 9, JAN.11, FEB. 23 & MAR. 9 ~ MUST ATTEND ALL SESSIONS
TIME: 8:30 AM ~ 3:30 PM (Sign in begins at 8:00 AM)
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: NOV. 15
LOCATION: WILLIAMSPORT OFFICE OR VIRTUAL
ACT 48: 24 HOURS
COST: $80 includes Lunch and materials. Must be PREPAID.
- Trauma Informed Educators Collaborative ~ Individual and Bundle options
Trauma Informed Educators Collaborative ~ Individual and Bundle options
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12/13/2021In 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: Canton 9/20/21 & 11/8/2021 & Williamsport 10/18/2021 & 12/13/2021
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
- Demystifying Data and the School Improvement Process
Demystifying Data and the School Improvement Process
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12/15/2021The MTSS model has many moving parts. As school leaders, it is important to have an in-depth understanding of data and how to demystify that data for teachers to collaborate. During this highly-interactive half-day session, participants will begin to understand Tier One instruction for student growth and examine data to promote data conversations, as school leaders. Featuring Educational Consultant, Diane Coulter
COST: No Charge
ACT 48: 2,5
REGISTRATION CLOSES: December 13, 2021
PIIC Plus ~ 2022PIIC Plus ~ 2022
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12/15/2021PIIC Plus 2022
10/20/2021 to 02/16/2022
To enhance your Pennsylvania Institute for Instructional Coaching (PIIC) experience, join us for PIIC Plus. To continue growing our coaching best- practices, participants will fill their coaching bucket with ‘virtual’ visits of different coaching districts. At each district, coaches will focus on one of the four elements of coaching including one-on-one and small group coaching, analyzing data, using evidenced-based literacy/instructional strategies, and strategies to promote reflective. The showcases will focus on the process of coaching and is applicable to all identified PIIC coaches; however, it is also applicable to PreK-12 teacher leaders, instructional coaches, department chairs, curriculum coordinators, and principals. When registering with payment, the participant is purchasing the bundle, which consists of the three showcases. If an event occurs and the participant is unable to attend, please let Rebecca Gibboney (rgibboney@iu17.org) know in advance for planning purposes. When purchasing the PIIC Plus Bundle the Instructional Coach will also receive Coaching Workshops, State Action Plans, one on-site Mentor visit (3/district max), coffee with coach (once a quarter), and a copy of our featured book for the year!
- Acadience Reading K~
Acadience Reading K~
All day
12/20/2021