Events in November 2018
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| 10/28/2018 | 10/29/2018(2 events)8:00 am: Quality Behavior Solutions - Safety Care Specialist Recertification 8:00 am - 3:30 pm 33 Springbrook Drive Canton, PA 17724 USA 570-673-6001 This 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. | 10/30/2018(1 event)9:00 am: 7~12 Civics Teachers Professional Learning Opportunity 9:00 am - 2:30 pm 2400 Reach Road Williamsport, PA 17701 USA 570-323-8561 Opportunity for 7th - 12th grade civics teachers to take part in a collaborative professional learning opportunity. PDE will provide updates on the following: the Civics Knowledge Test requirements and optional use of the U.S. Citizenship Test, The new Social Studies Curriculum framework, and Implementing Mathematics into Social Studies Instruction. Afternoon collaboration time will be provided for teachers to network and create/refine resources related to the morning’s discussion topics. Competencies: Participants will be able to: COST: $25 (Includes lunch, materials and ACT 48 processing) | 10/31/2018(2 events)9:00 am: eQUIP Online Learning Services (In-Service) 9:00 am - 1:00 pm 2400 Reach Road Williamsport, PA 17701 USA 570-323-8561 This in-service is for POCs and other staff who work with your eQUIP eLearning programs. Each member district should send at least one person, but additional team members are welcome. We will spend time looking at best practices in eLearning, success stories, and practical tips to get the most out of the systems we all use on a daily basis. It is a time to meet up with like-minded professionals from surrounding districts, find solutions to problems, and develop a network that can be relied on throughout the school year. This In-Service begins at 9:00 AM and ends at 1:00 PM. Registration begins at 8:30 AM. Morning beverages, lunch and materials are supplied. Cost $40 | 11/01/2018 | 11/02/2018 | 11/03/2018 |
| 11/04/2018 | 11/05/2018 | 11/06/2018(1 event)8:30 am: School Counselor Professional Learning Opportunity 8:30 am - 2:30 pm 2400 Reach Road Williamsport, PA 17701 USA 570-323-8561 This 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 | 11/07/2018(2 events)8:30 am: School-Wide Positive Behavior Support System - Team Training for Tier One Intervention 8:30 am - 3:00 pm 2400 Reach Road Williamsport, PA 17701 USA 570-323-8561 This 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
9:00 am: Pennsylvania Institute for Instructional Coaching (PIIC) Session 3 9:00 am - 2:00 pm 2400 Reach Road Williamsport, PA 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. | 11/08/2018 | 11/09/2018(2 events)N/A: FYI: PSERS/HOPS Program N/A - BLaST IU 17 - Williamsport Office 2400 Reach Road Williamsport, PA 17701 US 570-323-8561 8:00 am: FYI: TSI Orientation Tool Training 8:00 am - 4:00 pm BLaST IU 17 - Williamsport Office 2400 Reach Road Williamsport, PA 17701 US 570-323-8561 Regional TSI Orientation Tool Training. PaTTAN handling registration. | 11/10/2018 |
11/11/2018(1 event)N/A: FYI: HELIX Conference N/A - 2400 Reach Road Williamsport, PA 17701 USA 570-323-8561 HELIX Conference: High Expectations for Students With Low Incidence Disabilities November 11-14, 2018 | 11/12/2018(1 event)N/A: FYI: HELIX Conference N/A - 2400 Reach Road Williamsport, PA 17701 USA 570-323-8561 HELIX Conference: High Expectations for Students With Low Incidence Disabilities November 11-14, 2018 | 11/13/2018(4 events)N/A: FYI: HELIX Conference N/A - 2400 Reach Road Williamsport, PA 17701 USA 570-323-8561 HELIX Conference: High Expectations for Students With Low Incidence Disabilities November 11-14, 2018 8:00 am: NISL Course 1: World-Class Schooling: Vision and Goals 8:00 am - 4:00 pm 2400 Reach Road Williamsport, none 17701 USA 570-323-8561 8:00 am: Youth Mental Health First Aid Training (YMHFA) 8:00 am - 4:30 pm 2400 Reach Road Williamsport, PA 17701 USA 570-323-8561 Description: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. 8:30 am: Quality Behavior Solutions - Safety Care Specialist Re-certification 8:30 am - 3:30 pm 2400 Reach Road Williamsport, PA 17701 USA 570-323-8561 This 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. Registration begins at 8:00 AM | 11/14/2018(3 events)N/A: FYI: HELIX Conference N/A - 2400 Reach Road Williamsport, PA 17701 USA 570-323-8561 HELIX Conference: High Expectations for Students With Low Incidence Disabilities November 11-14, 2018 8:00 am: NISL Course 1: World-Class Schooling: Vision and Goals 8:00 am - 4:00 pm 2400 Reach Road Williamsport, none 17701 USA 570-323-8561 9:00 am: Effective Supervision: Skills for Supervising Support Staff 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 33 Springbrook Drive Williamsport, PA 17701 USA 570-673-6001 Description: 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 | 11/15/2018(2 events)8:00 am: Quality Behavior Solutions - Safety Care Specialist Recertification 8:00 am - 3:30 pm 33 Springbrook Drive Canton, PA 17724 USA 570-673-6001 This 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. 9:00 am: Effective Supervision: Skills for Supervising Support Staff 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 2400 Reach Road Williamsport, none 17701 USA 570-323-8561 Description: 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 | 11/16/2018(1 event)9:00 am: Technology Coordinator's Meeting 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 2400 Reach Road Williamsport, none 17701 USA 570-323-8561 Items 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. | 11/17/2018 |
| 11/18/2018 | 11/19/2018(1 event)8:30 am: CPR & AED Training for BLaST Employees 8:30 am - 1:30 pm BLaST IU 17 - Williamsport Office 2400 Reach Road Williamsport, PA 17701 US 570-323-8561 CPR & AED training for BLaST employees. This will result in a two year certification. ACT 48 & Paraprofessional hours: 4.5 | 11/20/2018(1 event)8:15 am: 2018 Annual Biology Teacher's Workshop 8:15 am - 3:15 pm Lycoming College - HEIM Science Building Williamsport, 17701 The 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 Begins 8:15 AM ~ Welcome & Logistics 8:30 AM ~ Sessions & Lunch 3:00 PM ~ Closing & Door Prizes! | 11/21/2018 | 11/22/2018 | 11/23/2018 | 11/24/2018 |
| 11/25/2018 | 11/26/2018 | 11/27/2018 | 11/28/2018(3 events)8:00 am: Leading Organizations That Learn: Create a Learning-Oriented Leadership Plan 8:00 am - 2:30 pm 2400 Reach Road Williamsport, PA 17701 USA 570-323-8561 Create 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. Credit: 30.00 9:00 am: FYI: Special Education Supervisors & Leadership Council Mtg. 9:00 am - 3:00 pm 2400 Reach Road Williamsport, PA 17701 USA 570-323-8561 9:00 am: Overview of Special Education for Surrogate Parents 9:00 am - 11:00 am BLaST IU 17 - Williamsport Office 2400 Reach Road Williamsport, PA 17701 US 570-323-8561 This 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 | 11/29/2018(2 events)9:00 am: Strategies & Resources for Improving Executive Functioning Skills 9:00 am - 3:00 pm 2400 Reach Road Williamsport, PA 17701 USA 570-323-8561 Students with Autism show challenges with some or all areas of executive function. Some skills related to executive function include planning, organization, working memory, problem solving and sustained attention. This training will review and discuss classroom support strategies for students who have these issues related to executive function. Lunch, Materials and ACT 48 processing is included. Registration begins at 8:30 A.M. Cost: $40 Credits: 5.5 Registration closes 11/21/2018 If you have issues with registering or the registration deadline has passed please contact registrar@ iu17.org
| 11/30/2018(1 event)8:30 am: AAC: From Acquisition to Implementation 8:30 am - 3:30 pm BLaST IU 17 - Williamsport Office 2400 Reach Road Williamsport, PA 17701 US 570-323-8561 Please 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 | 12/01/2018 |