Events in April 2022
- Youth Mental Health First Aid
Youth Mental Health First Aid
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04/12/2022The 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
Autism Connection SeriesAutism Connection Series
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04/12/2022 – 04/13/2022Students 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
BLaST Williamsport Office or by ZOOM - Autism Connection Series
Autism Connection Series
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04/12/2022 – 04/13/2022Students 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
BLaST Williamsport Office or by ZOOM - Rebalancing Literacy: Tipping the Scales in Reading Instruction
Rebalancing Literacy: Tipping the Scales in Reading Instruction
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04/19/2022This 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
- Rebalancing Literacy: Tipping the Scales in Reading Instruction
Rebalancing Literacy: Tipping the Scales in Reading Instruction
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04/20/2022This 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