Lightning Hacks for K-12 Administrative Assistants & Support Staff: Boost Your Efficiency with Technology! (Virtual)

"I'm a central office executive assistant."
"I'm a front office secretary/administrative assistant".
"I'm a department secretary."
"I'm a paraprofessional/teacher assistant."
"I'm all of the above and more...!"
Well guess what? You ALL should attend this two-hour virtual session with ROE 50's Joe Cipfl, Director of Computer Science Development!
This high-energy session is designed to equip you with practical strategies when using new technology tools and maximizing the ones you already rely on! In this virtual session you will:
- Streamline your daily tasks, improve communication, and enhance productivity with practical AI tools.
- Optimize your workflow with Google Workspace and explore Google's latest features to simplify your workday.
- Unleash your creativity with Canva's updated tools to create visually appealing documents, presentations, and more.
Spots will fill quickly - registration closes 4-5 days prior to the event date (a virtual link will be sent out prior to Oct. 11).
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County Institute: K-12 Social Workers/Counselors

St. Clair ROE
Join West County Psychological Associates Assistant Director, Amy Maus, MSW, LCSW as she covers two critically important sessions:
Suicide Risk Assessment in Schools Conducting a thorough suicide risk assessment for students is an essential skill for school mental health professionals.  Topics in this presentation include the step-by-step how-to’s of high-quality suicide risk assessment in the school setting, the pros and cons of specific suicide risk assessment forms, steps to take with low-risk and high-risk students, and use of the Emergency Notification Form.  There will be time for questions and discussion.
Postvention:  What to Do after a Student’s Suicide
After a suicide, the most important goal is the prevention of suicide contagion.  Topics in this presentation include the step-by-step process to use after a student’s suicide, steps for making death announcements to students and the school community, tips on support/counseling rooms, and handling memorials and the student’s desk, locker, and parking space.  Time for questions and discussion.
Registration closes 4-5 days prior to the event date unless tickets are sold out. CEU's will be available.
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County Institute Art Educators: Together We ART Better! (K-12)

Joseph Arthur Middle School (Art Room) 160 St. Ellen Mine Rd., O'Fallon, IL
Thanks to an SEL Grant, this workshop is free for all to attend. Note - this event will be held at Joseph Arthur Middle School (Art Room) 160 St. Ellen Mine Rd. O'Fallon, IL 62269.  Join Debi West in this hands-on PD as she shares a plethora of creative teaching and learning tips including advocacy, assessment, choice-based ideas, STEAM-based ideas, SEL and Studio Habits of the Mind!  Are you looking for creative ways to start up a NAHS and/or art club? How about fun ways to incorporate art history and social justice issues? We will cover all of this and more as participants will work collaboratively sharing successes and creating a group mixed media quilt. Truly #togetherweARTbetter and when we do our students are the ultimate winners! Registration closes 4-5 days prior to the event unless tickets are sold out.
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County Institute: K-12 Physical Education

WIngate Elementary
This free workshop will be hosted by Mascoutah # 19, Wingate Elementary.   “A Self-Inventory for Physical Education Educators: Wellness as a Foundation of Your Profession” uses current research to explore the purpose and necessity of placing wellness as a foundational component into the personal and professional lives of each educator. This session/workshop explores the impact of educator wellness on professional practice and student learning outcomes, identifies actionable practices for participants to self-reflect on their current realities and individual needs, and shares practical routines directly related to the dimensions of physical, mental, emotional, and social wellness. Speaker Overview Dan Phelps serves as the principal of Winnebago Middle School in Winnebago, IL. He brings a wealth of experience to his role, having served as a health education and physical education teacher, where he taught personal training and strength and conditioning. He has also worked as an assistant principal and federal grant coordinator. Throughout his career, Dan has been deeply involved in promoting health and wellness within schools and districts, partnering with them to make it a central focus of the educational process. In his current position as principal, Dan is actively involved in implementing initiatives such as the PLC at Work® process and the RTI at WorkTM process. Additionally, he is working on establishing a comprehensive educator wellness framework for his school. Dan holds a bachelor’s degree in physical education teacher education and a master’s degree in exercise physiology from Illinois State University. He furthered his education by earning a master’s degree in educational administration from Northern Illinois University, and he is currently pursuing his doctorate in educational leadership and policy studies at the same institution, focusing his research on educator wellness and collective teacher efficacy.
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County Institute: K-12 Music Educators-Teaching Music as a Language!

Central Jr. High School Band Room - Belleville # 118 1801 Central School Rd., Belleville, IL 62220, IL
This FREE event will be held at Central Junior High School (Music Room) 1901 Central School Rd. Belleville 62220.
This workshop will allow music educators to explore THEIR own voice in creating meaningful lessons and experiences for their students.  When we look at music through the lens of language development, opportunities for creativity, communication, and self-improvement abound.  Bring your instrument (if applicable)!! Keyboards and percussion equipment will be provided.  In addition, we will be taking the mystery out of improvisation, and help you find YOUR unique skill set in all music education settings!
Registration closes 4-5 days prior to the event date unless tickets are sold out.
Free

County Institute – School Nurses: Darkness to Light Training – Stewards of Children®

Shiloh Middle School (library) 1 Wildcat Crossing, Shiloh, IL
Note this event will be held at Shiloh Middle School (library) 1 Wildcat Cross Shiloh, IL 62269
Kerengende Foundation is an Authorized Facilitator for Darkness to Light’s Stewards of Children ® training. Stewards of Children ® is an evidence-informed, award-winning two-hour training that teaches adults to prevent, recognize, and react responsibly to child sexual abuse . Through interviews with child sexual abuse survivors, experts, and treatment providers, Stewards of Children ® teaches adults practical actions they can take to reduce instances of child sexual abuse in their organizations, families, and communities. Stewards of Children ® is approved nationally for two hours of continuing education for nurses. Registration closes 4-5 days prior to the event unless tickets are sold out.
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McKinney Vento Homeless Education for School Office Staff, Counselors & Social Workers (K-12)

St. Clair ROE
Calling all social workers, counselors, front office staff and those who will encounter homeless children and families! Come and learn some tricks and tips on how to support one of our most vulnerable populations, our homeless children and youth. You will leave with the knowledge on how to identify these students, how to support them with their basic needs and how to connect them with available McKinney-Vento resources. CEU's will be issued, registration closes 4-5 days prior to event date.
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Unpacking IAR & ISA Results to Inform Instructional Practices – A Hands-on Workshop

St. Clair ROE

Join ISBE for an interactive professional learning workshop designed to delve into the purpose and intended applications of the IAR and ISA. This professional learning opportunity is tailored to support district and school teams as they unpack their Spring 2024 ELA/L and mathematics (IAR) and science (ISA) results to inform current instructional activities and offer insights into the resources available to help support interpretation. 

This is a hands-on workshop, crafted to help school leadership teams identify patterns and trends in student achievement, reflect on instructional practices, and translate those insights into actionable classroom activities. A suggested protocol for unpacking IAR and ISA results will be shared. Teams are encouraged to bring a fully charged device, the last two years of district- and/or school-level reports so that they can be supported through the unpacking process. 

 Those in attendance will get a sneak peak of the new enhancements for the Illinois Administration Platform for Spring 2025. In-depth training opportunities will be provided in January 2025 with Pearson Representatives also on site. LUNCH will be provided on site by Pearson!

Spots are limited, registration closes 4-5 days prior to the event unless tickets are sold out.

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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.
Sold Out Free – $300.00

Youth Mental Health First Aid

St. Clair ROE
This 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.).
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