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K-12 Social Workers/Counselors: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Youth
St. Clair ROE
This session is very limited with the number of spots available, if you are interested, register at your earliest convenience. The Brown School at Washington University will be presenting this two-day training (October 22 8:30am-3:30pm & October 23 8:30am-3:00pm). Attendees must attend both days, CEU credit will be issued for attending the full duration of the two-day training, failure to attend both days will result in a no-show invoice). Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for children is a structured, evidence-based approach aimed at addressing emotional and behavioral issues. It focuses on helping children understand the connection between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. A key component of CBT for children is the development of emotion regulation skills. These skills include recognizing and labeling emotions, understanding the triggers for these emotions, and learning healthy coping strategies to manage intense feelings. Techniques such as deep breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, and cognitive restructuring are commonly used to help children gain control over their emotional responses. By building these skills, children can improve their emotional resilience, reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression, and enhance their overall well-being.
Registration closes 4-5 days prior to the date unless tickets are sold out.
Youth Mental Health First Aid
St. Clair ROEThis workshop is free for all to attend, lunch will be provided on site.
Youth Mental Health First Aid USA is a public education program which introduces participants to the unique risk factors and warning signs of mental health problems in adolescents, builds understanding of the importance of early intervention, and teaches individuals how to help an adolescent in crisis or experiencing a mental health challenge. Mental Health First Aid uses role-playing and simulations to demonstrate how to assess a mental health crisis; select interventions and provide initial help; and connect young people to professional, peer, social, and self-help care. WHAT WILL PARTICIPANTS LEARN? The course teaches participants the risk factors and warning signs of a variety of mental health challenges common among adolescents, including anxiety, depression, psychosis, eating disorders, AD/HD, disruptive behavior disorders, and substance use disorder. Participants learn to support a youth developing signs and symptoms of a mental illness or in an emotional crisis by applying a core five-step action plan: • Assess for risk of suicide or harm • Listen nonjudgmentally • Give reassurance and information • Encourage appropriate professional help • Encourage self-help and other support strategies WHO SHOULD TAKE THE COURSE? The course is designed for adults who regularly interact with adolescents (teachers, school staff, coaches, youth group leaders, parents, parole officers, etc.).
AA #3000 Illinois Performance Evaluation Retraining: Student Growth
St. Clair ROE
PD Co-op Member Districts $155.00 Non PD Co-op District $185.00 (lunch included on site)
This is the one required student growth retraining course for teacher and administrator evaluators who are renewing their designations required to evaluate educators. Participants will learn how to: 1. Use assessments and measurement models identified by the joint committee in determining the student growth attributable to individual teachers/principals and understand how different types of assessments are used for measuring growth; 2. Use data from the evaluation rubric, other evidence collected, and best practices relative to evaluating student growth to link teacher/principal and school-level professional development plans to evaluation results; 3. Create, in collaboration with teachers/principals, supportive, targeted professional development plans that consider past results, contribute to professional growth, and assist teachers/principals in aligning professional development and goal-setting to school improvement goals; and 4. Communicate evaluation outcomes and findings in constructive and supportive ways that enable teachers/principals to set goals and improve practice.
NOTE: Participants must bring a fully charged device to this academy, complete and submit the application/dissemination prior to departure.
PD in Your PJ’s: Sold A Story Podcast
Want to earn 10 PD hours while lounging in your PJs? Are you eager to learn more about the science of reading? Or where all the controversy about reading started? “Sold a Story” is a 10-part podcast that will answer a lot of questions you may have about the history and the impact of how we teach reading. Participants will be able to choose and preview 8 of the 10 podcasts at their leisure and submit a brief reflection after each session! Join Emily Sackett, ROE # 50 Instructional Literacy Coach who will facilitate two virtual meetings on October 28th and November 18th from 4:00-5:00 pm to discuss what you've learned (a virtual link will be sent prior to the event dates). When and where you listen to the podcast is up to you! Who should attend? K-8 administrators (strongly encouraged), reading interventionists, instructional coaches, general and special educators. Participants must attend both virtual sessions and complete the 8 podcasts in order to earn pd credit. Partial pd credit will not be issued.
Registration closes October 21, 2024.
Novice Teacher Academy – Let AI Be Your TA: Practical Tips for New Teachers
St. Clair ROE
Participants must bring a fully charged device to this session.
Are you ready to revolutionize your teaching approach and captivate your students with innovative content? Unlock the potential of artificial intelligence to enhance your teaching materials. As technology continues to evolve, educators must adapt and integrate cutting-edge tools to engage the modern learner effectively. In this hands-on workshop, join Joe Cipfl, ROE # 50 Director - Computer Science Development Program as he will delve into the world of AI-powered content creation, equipping you with the knowledge and skills to transform your teaching materials into dynamic and interactive resources. We will guide you through various AI applications, demonstrating how to leverage them to develop captivating presentations, immersive simulations, personalized assessments, and interactive visual aids that cater to diverse learning styles. Embrace the future of education and join us for this transformative workshop that will leave you well-equipped to inspire and engage your students like never before.
Registration closes 4-5 days prior to the event unless tickets are sold out.
Declutter Your Digital Life (Virtual)
There’s a better way to work! This workshop for daily Google Workspace users will help you develop a workflow to improve efficiency, cut down on the clutter, and help you get stuff done. We’ll practice strategies that help you prioritize tasks, organize files, manage emails, collect and analyze data, and run efficient meetings. Most of our focus will be on Google Workspace tools such as Drive, Gmail, Calendar, Keep, Tasks, and Chrome. This workshop will combine tech tips with strategic choices that will help you improve efficiency and work smarter. Participants should bring a laptop or Chromebook to the workshop to practice the skills as they learn.
A link will be sent to you prior to the event date. Registrations will close 4-5 days prior to the event date unless tickets are sold out.
K-12 AP/Dean/Director/Supervisor Breakaway
St. Clair ROE
Please join us in this PLN where you will network with fellow AP's, Deans, Directors & Supervisors where you will walk away with leadership tools and return to your school with resources, ideas, solutions and inspiration! Retired OTHS # 203 Principal Rich Bickel will facilitate a session on Effectively Managing School Crisis: Preparation and Response.
This session will focus on how administrators, supervisors, directors and leaders can implement effective professional practices in preparing for, and managing, crisis scenarios in the school environment. Participants will delve into strategies, protocols, and best practices for navigating and responding to various crisis situations that may arise within educational settings. From planning and preparation, to implementation, to execution – every facet of effectively managing crisis scenarios will be discussed. Join Rich Bickel, former High School Principal of the Year (IPA Southwestern Region and former ISBE Teacher of the Year Finalist) as these pro-active and practical strategies have been proven to foster effective preparation, communication and response, promote a positive and nurturing school climate, and best of all can be implemented immediately. Upon the conclusion of this session time will be given to debrief and collaborate with fellow colleagues. Registration closes 4-5 days prior to the event unless tickets are sold out.
Artificial Intelligence: Introduction to Policy & Vision for K-12 School Administrators
St. Clair ROE
Join Joe Cipfl, ROE # 50 Computer Science Development Program Director in this informative session applicable to all K-12 school administrators. This combined presentation and workshop will provide an introduction to artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential applications in K-12 schools. Participants will learn the background of AI generative tools, the benefits and challenges of using AI in education, and how to develop a policy and vision for AI in their schools. The workshop will also include hands-on activities to help participants apply AI concepts to their own schools. Participants will need to bring a fully charged device to this session. Registration closes 4-5 days prior to the event unless tickets are sold out.
K-12 Principal Breakaway
St. Clair ROEPlease join us in this PLN where you will network with fellow colleagues and walk away with leadership tools and return to your school with resources, ideas, solutions and inspiration! This session will be facilitated by Dr. Julie Sperry from Character Plus. Upon the conclusion of this session, time will be given to debrief and collaborate with fellow colleagues. Registration closes 4-5 days prior to the event date unless tickets are sold out.
Understanding Yourself: The Foundation of Effective Leadership
During this Breakaway session, we will explore the significance of self-awareness in fostering effective teamwork and empathy towards others (adults and students). Through immersive and engaging activities, leaders will gain valuable insights into their own motivations and leadership styles. By cultivating self-awareness, leaders will develop a deeper understanding of themselves and how it contributes to embracing diverse viewpoints, impacting collaboration and communication and problem solving. Key takeaways will include enhanced interpersonal skills, improved team dynamics, and a renewed emphasis on overall well-being, both individually and as a team. You are invited to join your colleagues on this journey of self-awareness translated into actionable impact.
Free – $100.00
K-12 Youth Drug Trends – What Parents & Educators Need to Know
St. Clair ROE
This is a free workshop provided by Tracy Hancock (Community Outreach Specialist) from Chestnut Health for administrators, social workers, school counselors, educators and related support personnel.
The first portion of this workshop will focus on a breakdown of trends in substance use by youth both at the national level and locally. Madison and St. Clair County data is included. Substances including alcohol, nicotine, marijuana, prescription drugs, and opioids are covered in addition to myths and misconceptions surrounding the use of NARCAN. The second portion will provide a detailed view of e-cigarettes, their effects and goes a step further in explaining how to recognize signs of use in youth. We will also explore how to talk to youth about substance use and how to address use if they are already a current user. Strategies for parental involvement and steps for schools and communities to partnership will also be shared. CEU's will be offered.
Registrations close 4-5 days prior to the event date unless tickets are sold out.
