Events in September 2021
| SunSunday | MonMonday | TueTuesday | WedWednesday | ThuThursday | FriFriday | SatSaturday |
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| 08/29/2021 | 08/30/2021 | 08/31/2021 | 09/01/2021 | 09/02/2021 | 09/03/2021 | 09/04/2021 |
| 09/05/2021 | 09/06/2021 | 09/07/2021(1 event) | 09/08/2021 | 09/09/2021 | 09/10/2021 | 09/11/2021 |
| 09/12/2021 | 09/13/2021 | 09/14/2021 | 09/15/2021 | 09/16/2021(1 event)9:00 am: Implementing Apprenticeship/Pre-Apprenticeship, Internships, Career Mentorships, and Work-Based Service-Learning Opportunitites 9:00 am - 2:30 pm 1st meeting is at the Canton IU office, the 2nd meeting is Virtual and the 3rd meeting is at the Williamsport IU office. Course Description: Evidence-Based and Alternative Assessment Pathways to Graduation (Act 158) - Implementing Apprenticeship/Pre-Apprenticeship, Internships Career Mentorships, and Work-Based Service-Learning Opportunities. Facilitator: Jeff Pelly Date: 9/16/2021 Session Times: 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM (Sign in begins at 8:30 AM) Registration Deadline: 9/9/2021 ACT 48: 5 hours Cost: $20.00 includes lunch and ACT 48 processing Location: Williamsport IU Office
| 09/17/2021(1 event)9:30 am: Technology Coordinator's Meeting 9:30 am - 1:00 pm BLaST IU 17 - Williamsport Office 2400 Reach Road Williamsport PA 17701 Items to be covered: Zoom software, VOIP services, websites, telephone lines, technology updates.
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| 09/19/2021 | 09/20/2021(2 events)9:00 am: Trauma Informed Educators Collaborative ~ Individual and Bundle options 9:00 am - 2:00 pm 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: 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 9:00 am: Trauma Informed Educators Collaborative ~ Individual and Bundle options 9:00 am - 2:00 pm 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: 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 | 09/21/2021 | 09/22/2021 | 09/23/2021(1 event)9:00 am: PIIC Coaches ~ Session 1 9:00 am - 2:00 pm 2400 Reach Road Williamsport, none 17701 USA 570-323-8561 The Pennsylvania Institute for Instructional Coaching (PIIC) is a state-wide system of support that enhances the work of school-based instructional coaches. School-based instructional coaches provide professional development for teachers and school leaders focused on refining classroom practices, increasing student engagement, and improving student achievement. Sessions will be designed around PIICs four elements of coaching and include strategies for one-on-one and small group coaching, analyzing data, using evidenced-based literacy/instructional strategies, and strategies to promote reflective practices. Because these sessions focus on the process of coaching, it is applicable to all curriculum models including Learning-Focused Schools, Reading Apprenticeship, and Standards Aligned System. The content of these sessions is applicable to PreK-12 teacher leaders, instructional coaches, department chairs, curriculum coordinators, and principals. Identified PIIC coaches are required to attend all sessions throughout the year while non-PIIC participants are encouraged but not required to attend all sessions throughout the year. Please Note: Lunch is NOT provided COST: $25 | 09/24/2021 | 09/25/2021 |
| 09/26/2021 | 09/27/2021 | 09/28/2021(1 event)8:30 am: Making Ends Meet for Students from Poverty Series 8:30 am - 11:30 am Making Ends Meet for Students from Poverty Series is to address the opportunity and access gap for economically disadvantaged students. In collaboration with the Lycoming County United Way, this will be done through creating sustainable partnerships and educational resources through a community poverty simulation and a professional development series. 09/28/2021 Keynote speaker Dr. Paul Gorski introduces the series. (8:30 AM ~ 11:30 AM) 11/11/2021 Diversity & Inclusion ~ Part 2 (8:30 AM ~ 11:30 AM) This is a multi session event and you must attend the Keynote, the 3 parts of Diversity & Inclusion and ONE of the Simulations to receive ACT 48 credit. ACT 48: 18 Credits ZOOM Links will be sent closer to the event start dates. REGISTER by 09/25/2021 | 09/29/2021 | 09/30/2021 | 10/01/2021 | 10/02/2021 |