Events in February 2024
- UDL: Putting it into Practice
UDL: Putting it into Practice
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02/06/2024Educators who are already familiar with the basics of UDL will take a deeper dive. New resources and ideas will be shared. Example lessons will be viewed and completed, and participants will spend time transforming their lessons into lessons built upon the UDL framework. It is strongly encouraged that participants have prior knowledge of UDL for this session.
Location: Canton office
Act 48 hours: 5
Lunch is not provided
- Gifted Educator Networking
Gifted Educator Networking
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02/13/2024Facilitated by the BLaST Division of Educational Planning and BLaST Division of Student Services, these networking events are for information sharing, discussion, and collaboration around relevant K-12 Gifted Education topics. There will be an emphasis on PDE initiatives and best practices for Gifted Educators. This network promotes a culture for learning and growth for all Gifted Educators interested in staying connected and up to date in best practices.
Location: Williamsport office
Lunch is provided
Cost: $25
- Curriculum Coordinators and Principals Meeting
Curriculum Coordinators and Principals Meeting
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02/15/2024These meetings are scheduled to discuss PDE updates and initiatives. Other meeting topics and/or content may be added to the agenda. If you have requests, please contact Rebecca Gibboney at rgibboney@iu17.org. This event is for CURRICULUM COORDINATORS, PRINCIPALS AND OTHER ADMINISTRATORS OF SCHOOL DISTRICTS SERVED BY BLaST IU 17.
Act 48 hours: 2
Location: Canton office
Lunch will be providedClick HERE to register!
Introduction to American Sign LanguageIntroduction to American Sign Language
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02/15/2024This 8-week introductory course will focus on the expressive and receptive skills of ASL. Topics in the course include: basic sign vocabulary, facial expression, fingerspelling, numbers, communication tips, and the importance of gestures. After completing this course, the participant will have a better understanding of Deaf Culture. “Hands-on” work, small group activities, and games will provide confidence to use ASL with the Deaf Community.
Guest Facilitator: Susan Wood, Educational ASL Interpreter
Times: 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Dates are listed below:
2/15/24
2/22/24
2/29/24
3/07/24
3/14/24
3/21/24
3/28/24
4/04/24
*Attendance at all sessions is strongly encouraged.*
Targeted Audience: Anyone interested in learning ASL.
Cost: $75 per participant
Click HERE to register today! - Functional Behavioral Assessments & Positive Behavior Intervention Plans
Functional Behavioral Assessments & Positive Behavior Intervention Plans
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02/20/2024 – 02/21/2024Functional Behavioral Assessment and Behavior Intervention Plans training describes how to conduct a functional behavioral assessment, provides practice completing data collection forms, completing hypothesis statements, and designing behavior support plans. PLEASE NOTE: This is a two day course.
Date/Location: 02/20/2024 & 02/21/2024 at the Williamsport office
Lunch is not provided
- Functional Behavioral Assessments & Positive Behavior Intervention Plans
Functional Behavioral Assessments & Positive Behavior Intervention Plans
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02/20/2024 – 02/21/2024Functional Behavioral Assessment and Behavior Intervention Plans training describes how to conduct a functional behavioral assessment, provides practice completing data collection forms, completing hypothesis statements, and designing behavior support plans. PLEASE NOTE: This is a two day course.
Date/Location: 02/20/2024 & 02/21/2024 at the Williamsport office
Lunch is not provided
- LETRS 3rd Edition Volume 1
LETRS 3rd Edition Volume 1
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02/22/2024LETRS 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
Introduction to American Sign LanguageIntroduction to American Sign Language
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02/22/2024This 8-week introductory course will focus on the expressive and receptive skills of ASL. Topics in the course include: basic sign vocabulary, facial expression, fingerspelling, numbers, communication tips, and the importance of gestures. After completing this course, the participant will have a better understanding of Deaf Culture. “Hands-on” work, small group activities, and games will provide confidence to use ASL with the Deaf Community.
Guest Facilitator: Susan Wood, Educational ASL Interpreter
Times: 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Dates are listed below:
2/15/24
2/22/24
2/29/24
3/07/24
3/14/24
3/21/24
3/28/24
4/04/24
*Attendance at all sessions is strongly encouraged.*
Targeted Audience: Anyone interested in learning ASL.
Cost: $75 per participant
Click HERE to register today! - LETRS 3rd Edition Volume 2
LETRS 3rd Edition Volume 2
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02/29/2024*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
Introduction to American Sign LanguageIntroduction to American Sign Language
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02/29/2024This 8-week introductory course will focus on the expressive and receptive skills of ASL. Topics in the course include: basic sign vocabulary, facial expression, fingerspelling, numbers, communication tips, and the importance of gestures. After completing this course, the participant will have a better understanding of Deaf Culture. “Hands-on” work, small group activities, and games will provide confidence to use ASL with the Deaf Community.
Guest Facilitator: Susan Wood, Educational ASL Interpreter
Times: 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Dates are listed below:
2/15/24
2/22/24
2/29/24
3/07/24
3/14/24
3/21/24
3/28/24
4/04/24
*Attendance at all sessions is strongly encouraged.*
Targeted Audience: Anyone interested in learning ASL.
Cost: $75 per participant
Click HERE to register today!