Events in November 2018
- School Counselor Professional Learning Opportunity
School Counselor Professional Learning Opportunity
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11/06/2018This 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 reference ASCA recognized materials, PDE initiatives, local community efforts, and district needs. Session Topics Include: 1) Maximizing Student Achievement: Placement, Intervention, and Planning 2) Understanding Culturally Responsive Counseling: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion 3) Building Community Partnerships: Mental Health and Workforce Development 4) Strengthening the Home and School Connection: Communicating with Compassion 5) Developing Plans for Success: Post-Secondary Transitions and Career Readiness 6) Supporting ASCA Model Mindsets: Professional Advocacy.
Meals, materials and lunch for all three sessions are included in the cost. This is a three day course. You must attend all three days to receive ACT 48 credits. Partial credits will not be given.
Cost: $100
Registration closes October 19, 2018
2400 Reach RoadWilliamsport, PA 17701USA570-323-8561 - School-Wide Positive Behavior Support System - Team Training for Tier One Intervention
School-Wide Positive Behavior Support System - Team Training for Tier One Intervention
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11/07/2018This training details the steps in establishing Tier One interventions in a School-Wide Positive Behavior Support System. The first day will include an overview of SWPBS, discussion of the Self Assessment Survey, establishing an Office Discipline Referral form, and establishing your building wide expectations. During day two teams will complete a building matrix, begin to write lesson plans to teach their expectations, and establish an acknowledgement system. On day three, teams will finalize their acknowledgement plan and clarify office vs. classroom based consequences, and establish procedures for discouraging inappropriate behavior. PARTICIPANTS SHOULD REGISTER AS A TEAM TO ATTEND. Lunch is provided. All three meetings (October 11, November 7 & December 6) take place in the Williamsport Office.
COST: $45.00
Registration closed on October 4, 2018
2400 Reach RoadWilliamsport, PA 17701USA570-323-8561Pennsylvania Institute for Instructional Coaching (PIIC) Session 3Pennsylvania Institute for Instructional Coaching (PIIC) Session 3
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11/07/2018The 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.
2400 Reach RoadWilliamsport, PA 17701USA570-323-8561 - FYI: PSERS/HOPS Program
FYI: PSERS/HOPS Program
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11/09/2018BLaST IU 17 - Williamsport Office2400 Reach RoadWilliamsport, PA 17701US570-323-8561FYI: TSI Orientation Tool TrainingFYI: TSI Orientation Tool Training
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11/09/2018Regional TSI Orientation Tool Training. PaTTAN handling registration.
BLaST IU 17 - Williamsport Office2400 Reach RoadWilliamsport, PA 17701US570-323-8561 - FYI: HELIX Conference
FYI: HELIX Conference
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11/11/2018 – 11/14/2018HELIX Conference: High Expectations for Students With Low Incidence Disabilities
November 11-14, 2018
2400 Reach RoadWilliamsport, PA 17701USA570-323-8561 - FYI: HELIX Conference
FYI: HELIX Conference
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11/11/2018 – 11/14/2018HELIX Conference: High Expectations for Students With Low Incidence Disabilities
November 11-14, 2018
2400 Reach RoadWilliamsport, PA 17701USA570-323-8561 - FYI: HELIX Conference
FYI: HELIX Conference
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11/11/2018 – 11/14/2018HELIX Conference: High Expectations for Students With Low Incidence Disabilities
November 11-14, 2018
2400 Reach RoadWilliamsport, PA 17701USA570-323-8561NISL Course 1: World-Class Schooling: Vision and GoalsNISL Course 1: World-Class Schooling: Vision and Goals
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11/13/20182400 Reach RoadWilliamsport, none 17701USA570-323-8561Youth Mental Health First Aid Training (YMHFA)Youth Mental Health First Aid Training (YMHFA)
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11/13/2018Description:This training runs from 8:00 am until 4:30 pm full participation is required. Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, peers, neighbors, health and human services workers, and other caring citizens how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. Youth Mental Health First Aid is primarily designed for adults who regularly interact with young people. The 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 covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders (including AD/HD), and eating disorders.
Facilitator: Kelly Swartwood - SDO-03509
Credits: 8.00
Course Dates: 11/14/2018 to 11/14/2018
Session Times: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Registration begins at 7:45 AM)
Registration Deadline: 11/07/2018
Semester: Fall
Target Audience:
Location: BLaST IU 17 Williamsport Office
Directions: Please refer to our webpage at www.iu17.org for directions. The Williamsport Office is located at 2400 Reach Rd., Williamsport, PA.
Cost: $50.00
Notes: Lunch will be provided.
2400 Reach RoadWilliamsport, PA 17701USA570-323-8561Quality Behavior Solutions - Safety Care Specialist Re-certificationQuality Behavior Solutions - Safety Care Specialist Re-certification
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11/13/2018This training requires demonstration of 18 verbal and physical competencies. Participants should come prepared and willing to demonstrate mastery of each competency. Participants will re-certify 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.
Activity Subject Area: Teaching and Learning Professional Development
Credit: 6.50
Location: BLaST Williamsport Office
Cost: 40.00 and includes ACT 48 filing, materials and lunch.Registration begins at 8:00 AM
2400 Reach RoadWilliamsport, PA 17701USA570-323-8561 - FYI: HELIX Conference
FYI: HELIX Conference
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11/11/2018 – 11/14/2018HELIX Conference: High Expectations for Students With Low Incidence Disabilities
November 11-14, 2018
2400 Reach RoadWilliamsport, PA 17701USA570-323-8561NISL Course 1: World-Class Schooling: Vision and GoalsNISL Course 1: World-Class Schooling: Vision and Goals
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11/14/20182400 Reach RoadWilliamsport, none 17701USA570-323-8561Effective Supervision: Skills for Supervising Support StaffEffective Supervision: Skills for Supervising Support Staff
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11/14/2018Description: This course is designed to provide an overview of the critical elements needed to be an effective first-line supervisor. This is an introductory course on supervision to provide participants with a broad view of the many areas of responsibility of a first-line supervisor and to provide practical information for supervision.
Facilitator: Laura Klym
Credits: 0.00
Course Dates: 11/14/2018 to 11/14/2018
Session Times: 9:00 AM ~ 12:00 PM
Registration Deadline: 11/7/2018
Cost: $25
Semester: Summer
Target Audience: Transportation, Custodial, Maintenance, Food Services
Location: BLaST Canton Office
33 Springbrook DriveWilliamsport, PA 17701USA570-673-6001 - Quality Behavior Solutions - Safety Care Specialist Recertification
Quality Behavior Solutions - Safety Care Specialist Recertification
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11/15/2018This training requires demonstration of 18 verbal and physical competencies. Participants should come prepared and willing to demonstrate mastery of each competency. Participants will re-certify 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.
Activity Subject Area: Teaching and Learning Professional Development
Credit: 6.50
Location: BLaST IU 17, Canton Office
Cost: 40.00
Registration open until 11/8/201833 Springbrook DriveCanton, PA 17724USA570-673-6001Effective Supervision: Skills for Supervising Support StaffEffective Supervision: Skills for Supervising Support Staff
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11/15/2018Description: This course is designed to provide an overview of the critical elements needed to be an effective first-line supervisor. This is an introductory course on supervision to provide participants with a broad view of the many areas of responsibility of a first-line supervisor and to provide practical information for supervision.
Facilitator: Laura Klym
Credits: 0.00
Course Dates: 11/15/2018 to 11/15/2018
Session Times: 9:00 AM ~ 12:00 PM
Registration Deadline: 8/9/2018
Cost: $25
Semester: Summer
Target Audience: Transportation, Custodial, Maintenance, Food Services
Location: BLaST Canton Office
2400 Reach RoadWilliamsport, none 17701USA570-323-8561 - Technology Coordinator's Meeting
Technology Coordinator's Meeting
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11/16/2018Items to be covered: PAIU updates PAIUnet Updates and new bid award RWAN Rebid and VOIP services E-Rate Updates (websites, telephone lines, WIFI, etc, etc.) Near Pod Software, Zoom Software.
Discussion from 9:00 AM to Noon. Lunch will follow. Registration begins at 8:30 AM.
2400 Reach RoadWilliamsport, none 17701USA570-323-8561 - CPR & AED Training for BLaST Employees
CPR & AED Training for BLaST Employees
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11/19/2018CPR & AED training for BLaST employees. This will result in a two year certification.
ACT 48 & Paraprofessional hours: 4.5
BLaST IU 17 - Williamsport Office2400 Reach RoadWilliamsport, PA 17701US570-323-8561 - 2018 Annual Biology Teacher's Workshop
2018 Annual Biology Teacher's Workshop
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11/20/2018The Annual Biology Teacher's Workshop is back! With presenters from HHMI Biointeraative, our friends Dr. Margaret Franzen from the Center for Biomolecular Modeling and 3D Molecular Designs and Tamica Stubbs from BioRad, with a new presenter Erica Fong from MiniONE for 2018. And quite possibly more! GOAL: To update, supplement and develop what you know about the developments unfolding in the world of biology. To develop stories and new ideas for your classroom instruction and pedagogy super powers. You will attend at least 4 sessions which will teach you skills and new information for your thirsty brain! Presenters: Ms. Tamica Stubbs- BioRad Recently, opioid dependency & abuse have exploded in the U.S. as have the call for improved treatments thereof. In this session, explore how molecular genetics is capitalizing on gene variants to predict addiction risks for opioid abusers and how to use Hardy-Weinberg and Chi Square analysis to understand its significance. Dr. Margaret Franzen-The Center for Biomolecular Modeling Dr. Margaret Franzen is back again with her molecular models! This year she's bringing a brand new Chromosome Kit that connects disparate concept s. The models allow students to visualize both DNA and chromosome structure simultaneously, connecting DNA replication with mitosis and meiosis. Students can model crossing over at the nucleotide level and explore how different alleles simply contain differences in their nucleotide sequence, connecting meiosis with genetics. We will also briefly explore chromosomal aberrations. Based on science education research findings, the kits are specifically designed to confront student misconceptions related to these topics. Participants will work with the models, and we'll discuss how the design of the models addresses common misconceptions HHMI Biointeractive: Bob Cooper Genome-wide association studies (GWAS) have revolutionized genetics resulting in a deeper understanding of complex diseases. These technologies are laying the groundwork for an era of personalized medicine where each patient will receive treatment customized to their genetic makeup. Learn how scientists use GWAS to locate genes associated with specific diseases. MiniONE Erika Fong Who Is Baby Whale's Father? DNA Fingerprinting Solves the Mystery! Come learn and get hands-on experience on how to teach gel electrophoresis and DNA fingerprinting in your classroom. You will pour, load, and run a gel, capture gel image, analyze the results, and deduce a probable conclusion for a whale of a forensic mystery.
Credits: 6.00
Session Times: 8:15 AM ~ 3:15 PM (registration begins 7:45 AM)
Registration Deadline: 11/13/2018
Location: Heim Science Building at Lycoming College
Cost: 25.00
Schedule:7:45 AM ~ Registration Begins8:15 AM ~ Welcome & Logistics8:30 AM ~ Sessions & Lunch3:00 PM ~ Closing & Door Prizes!Lycoming College - HEIM Science BuildingWilliamsport, 17701 - Leading Organizations That Learn: Create a Learning-Oriented Leadership Plan
Leading Organizations That Learn: Create a Learning-Oriented Leadership Plan
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11/28/2018Create a Learning Oriented Leadership Plan!
Day 1: The Key to Making Learning Happen: The Principal. (October 18, 2018)
Day 2: Implementing the Pillars of Practice for Growth. (October 19, 2018)
Day 3: Meaningful Professional Learning Communities. (November 28, 2018)
Day 4: Building a Professional Knowledge Base. (January 22, 2019)
Day 5: Leadership Framework Roundtable. (April 4, 2019)
In addition there will be a total of 10 hours of embedded online planning activities and a culminating proposal that will involve the development and implementation of a five part Learning-Oriented Leadership Plan. This is a five day workshop with additional online work. You must attend all sessions and complete all work to receive the 30 credits. Partial credit will not be given.
Registration, Lunch, Session Books and Materials will all be provided.
Activity Subject Area: PA Inspired Leadership (PIL)Credit: 30.00
Location: BLaST Williamsport Office, 2400 Reach Road, Williamsport, PA
Cost: 400.002400 Reach RoadWilliamsport, PA 17701USA570-323-8561FYI: Special Education Supervisors & Leadership Council Mtg.FYI: Special Education Supervisors & Leadership Council Mtg.
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11/28/20182400 Reach RoadWilliamsport, PA 17701USA570-323-8561Overview of Special Education for Surrogate ParentsOverview of Special Education for Surrogate Parents
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11/28/2018This workshop endeavors to provide a good general overview of special education for volunteers that may not have any experience at all. - Introduction to the IDEA and State Special Education Laws - Introduction to the surrogate parent provisions of state and federal laws - Rights and responsibilities of the surrogate parent - Monitoring and recording student progress - Obtaining and reviewing student records (confidentiality) - IEP: Developing goals and objectives and other sections of the IEP - Special program concerns: Behavior support, Assistive Technology, transition services, and related services - Overview of IDEA and state procedural safeguards - Mediation and other dispute resolution alternatives. If you're a Foster Parent or a Relative raising a child this overview will give you a basic idea of the protections and accommodations the law provides for your child with special needs.
Sign in begins at 8:30 AM. Morning Refreshments will be provided.
COST: $10
BLaST IU 17 - Williamsport Office2400 Reach RoadWilliamsport, PA 17701US570-323-8561 - AAC: From Acquisition to Implementation
AAC: From Acquisition to Implementation
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11/30/2018Please join us for a day centered around AAC! We will be taking a look at how to choose what device to trial with a student, how to gain access to a device for trial, and then how to acquire the device that meets that student’s needs. We will take an in depth look at the components that make up a well written comprehensive evaluation report and what other steps are required to purchase a device. Participants will then discuss implementation and look at different access methods for students with complex bodies.
COST: $40 (Includes lunch, materials and ACT 48 processing)
REGISTRATION CLOSES: November 23, 2018
CREDITS: 6.5
BLaST IU 17 - Williamsport Office2400 Reach RoadWilliamsport, PA 17701US570-323-8561