Come together monthly to network, share, and discuss current Social Emotional Learning and Trauma Invested research, strategies, and resources. Explore Maia Szalavitz and Dr. Bruce Perry’s book Born for Love which offers a comprehensive exploration of how empathy develops, why it is essential both to human happiness and for functional society, and how it is…

The Regional Office of Education is offering FREE three-hour trainings required for short-term substitute teacher certification.  Prospective substitute teachers must have an Associate's degree OR have completed 60 or more semester hours of college coursework. You must complete this training and then you are ready to apply. You will be able to substitute in all…

Join our asynchronous book study on Reading Above the Fray, designed specifically for early elementary teachers. This flexible learning opportunity allows you to engage with the content at your own pace while exploring practical ways to support young readers with increasingly complex texts. Throughout the study, you’ll reflect on your practice and learn how to…

Discover how literacy looks different across every discipline in this asynchronous book study for grades 6–12 educators.  Grounded in This Is Disciplinary Literacy: Reading, Writing, Thinking, and Doing… Content Area by Content Area by ReLeah Lent, this experience moves beyond one-size-fits-all strategies to explore how each subject area uses literacy as a tool for thinking…

An impactful discussion on The Anxious Generation, a compelling exploration of how today's students face unprecedented levels of anxiety and the unique challenges that come with growing up in a hyperconnected world. Explore the factors influencing mental health and examine practical strategies to better support emotional well-being. Create more compassionate, resilient classrooms and learning spaces.…

We all know fluency and comprehension go hand in hand—but it’s easy to forget that comprehension can actually drive fluency, too. In this session, we’ll dig into practical, meaning-centered approaches that help students read with confidence, expression, and purpose. You’ll learn how to teach students to spot meaningful word groups that support natural phrasing, use…

Join us for an engaging workshop designed specifically for educators eager to enhance their teaching toolkit. This session will explore the transformative capabilities of Google NotebookLM, a versatile platform that can elevate your classroom experience.  Participants will learn how to use Google NotebookLM and the available tools. The workshop will include hands-on activities and group…

This workshop goes along with the SEL Series: Beyond Compliance -  Helping Reluctant Learners Engage. This workshop CAN be attended if you cannot attend the other 2 sessions. In many classrooms today, educators encounter students who appear reluctant to participate, hesitant to take academic risks, or disengaged from learning. Rather than viewing these behaviors as…

Unleash the cosmos in your classroom! This StarLab workshop equips teachers with everything needed to bring the wonders of the universe to life. Participants will learn the ropes of setting up and taking down our inflatable planetarium and explore engaging lesson ideas about stars and planets. Don’t miss this stellar opportunity to bring this amazing…

Even our earliest readers can think deeply about text when we give them the right tools. This session unpacks how to build strong comprehension skills in K–2 through small‑group lessons grounded in the gradual release model. Learn how to choose high‑quality books that spark discussion, teach strategies in ways young learners can truly understand, and…