Upcoming Professional Development Workshops

Please come to all in-person PD events with your IEIN number.  You will need this information for your sign in sheet.  If you do not know your IEIN, you can get it by clicking on this link. https://sec3.isbe.net/IWASNET/login.aspx

 

December 4 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Using Artificial Intelligence to Enhance Student Learning in Junior High and High School

Audience: 6-12 Teachers & Administrators
PD Clock Hours: 1
Presenter: Lisa Schwartz, LTC Regional Educational Technology Coordinator
Food: N/A
Location: Virtual Via Zoom

This workshop will explore the ways that AI can be used to enhance learning in 6 – 12 classrooms through personalizing learning, automating tasks, and creating engaging learning experiences. 

Registration closes on November 30, 2023.

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December 14 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Short-Term Substitute Training

Audience: Future or Current Substitute Teachers
PD Clock Hours: N/A
Presenter: Johnna Terwelp, ROE #1 Professional Learning Coordinator
Food: N/A
Location: Virtual

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 grades of public schools, pre-kindergarten through grade 12. A short-term substitute license is valid until June 30, 2028.

Although not required for regular substitute teachers, the training is also open and available to those educators as well. 

Registration closes on December 12 , 2023. 

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December 18 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

SEL Series: Building YOUR Community One Relationship at a Time

Audience: All School Staff & Caregivers of Children
PD Clock Hours: 1
Presenter: Leslie Vigor
Food: N/A
Location: Virtual Via Zoom

 When building your community, it is important to know how YOU function within your world. We will explore what kind of listeners we are, how to build trusting relationships, and the four parts of building a supportive community.  This topic can be taught to your students and staff.

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January 8, 2024 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

How to Best Use Different Artificial Intelligence Tools in Education

Audience: All Teachers and Administrators
PD Clock Hours: 1
Presenter: Lisa Schwartz, LTC Regional Educational Technology Coordinator
Food: N/A
Location: Virtual Via Zoom

This workshop will help you delve further into some of the different AI tools and learn which work best for you and your students. 

Registration closes on January 4, 2024.

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January 16, 2024 @ 3:45 am - 4:45 pm

Analyzing Student Reading Behaviors and Prompting for Future Success

Audience: K - 5 Classroom Teachers, Special Education Teachers, Interventionists, and Administrators
PD Clock Hours: 1
Presenter: Johnna Terwelp, ROE #1 Professional Learning Coordinator
Food: N/A
Location: Virtual Via Zoom

This workshop is designed specifically for K-5 teachers who wish to enhance their abilities to analyze students’ reading levels and implement effective strategies to foster a love for reading while improving reading proficiency.

Registration closes on January 11, 2024.

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January 17, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Short-Term Substitute Training

Audience: Future or Current Substitute Teachers
PD Clock Hours: N/A
Presenter: Johnna Terwelp, ROE #1 Professional Learning Coordinator
Food: N/A
Location: Virtual

The Regional Office of Education is offering FREE three-hour training 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 grades of public schools, pre-kindergarten through grade 12. A short-term substitute license is valid until June 30, 2028.

Although not required for regular substitute teachers, the training is also open and available to those educators as well. 

Registration closes on January 15, 2024. 

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January 18, 2024 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Book Study: The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog

Audience: All School Staff
PD Clock Hours: 10 for Teachable Completion 1 per zoom attended - Up to 16 total
Presenter: Tracy Schlepphorst and Erica Kirlin
Food: N/A
Location: Virtual on Zoom/Teachable Course Component

How does trauma affect a child’s mind-and how can traumatized children recover? In this book, Dr. Perry, author of What Happened to You?, explains what happens inside the brains of children exposed to extreme stress and shares their lessons of courage, humanity, and hope. Only when we understand the science of the mind and the power of love and nurturing can we hope to heal the spirit of even the most wounded child.

Zoom Dates: 1/18, 2/1, 2/15, 2/29, 3/21, 4/4

Cost of Book Funded by the Area 3 SEL Hub

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January 29, 2024 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Sel Series: Knowing What YOU Need to Build Resilience

Audience: Everyone
PD Clock Hours: 1
Presenter: Leslie Vigor
Food: N/A
Location: Virtual Via Zoom

Sometimes we just aren’t sure what it is we need to do to make ourselves well. Come learn about what YOU need to survive this crazy time. Take this hour to focus on you and your resiliency. Drawing will be held for free Onward Book and Workbook.

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January 29, 2024 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Concerns Surrounding Artificial Intelligence in Schools

Audience: All Teachers and Administrators
PD Clock Hours: 1
Presenter: Lisa Schwartz, LTC Regional Educational Technology Coordinator
Food: N/A
Location: Virtual Via Zoom

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly changing education. While AI has the potential to revolutionize learning, there are also potential downsides that need to be considered. This workshop will discuss the risks of AI and how to deal with them in your classroom. 

Registration closes on January 25, 2024.

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February 2, 2024 @ 8:00 am - 3:30 pm

Explicitly Co-Creating a Culture of SEL

Audience: All School Staff
PD Clock Hours: 6.5
Presenter: Krista Leh, Ed.D of Resonance Education Consulting
Food: N/A
Location: Quincy Holiday Inn 4821 Oak Quincy, Il 62301

School years are a crucial time in a student’s life that shapes their social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development. Educators must prioritize providing students ample opportunities to develop social emotional learning (SEL) skills that promote long-term well-being. This session will provide participants with practical solutions to infuse SEL into the culture of their K-12 classrooms.
Attendees will explore:
*Strategies to foster developmental relationships
*Weave SEL into instructional practices
*Connect SEL to curricula
Additionally, strong emphasis will be placed on the importance of including students as co-creators and co-facilitators, making the learning experience more engaging and effective.

 

Funded by the Area 3 SEL Hub

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February 8, 2024 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

“Not Again! Proven Techniques for Common Classroom Disruptions”

Audience: All
PD Clock Hours: 1
Presenter: Johnna Terwelp, ROE #1 Professional Learning Coordinator
Food: N/A
Location: Virtual Via Zoom

Classroom disruptions can be a challenge for even the most experienced educators. But with the right tools and strategies, you can minimize disruptions and create a more positive and productive learning environment for ALL students.This workshop is ideal for educators of all grade levels. Whether you are a new teacher or a seasoned veteran, you will learn valuable strategies for dealing with classroom disruptions effectively.

Registration closes on February 6, 2024.

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February 13, 2024 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Do You Know How to Canva?

Audience: All
PD Clock Hours: 1
Presenter: Johnna Terwelp, ROE #1 Professional Learning Coordinator
Food: N/A
Location: Virtual Via Zoom

Canva offers educators free accounts that can be used in a variety of ways. Learn how to use Canva to make class newsletters, classroom forms, presentations, email signatures, and much more. The only limit is your own creativity!

Registration closes on February 8, 2024

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February 14, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Short-Term Substitute Training

Audience: Future or Current Substitute Teachers
PD Clock Hours: N/A
Presenter: Johnna Terwelp, ROE #1 Professional Learning Coordinator
Food: N/A
Location: Virtual

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 grades of public schools, pre-kindergarten through grade 12. A short-term substitute license is valid until June 30, 2028.

Although not required for regular substitute teachers, the training is also open and available to those educators as well.

Registration closes on February 12, 2024.  

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February 20, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 3:30 pm

Illinois Social Emotional Learning Conference 2024

Audience:
PD Clock Hours: 5.5
Presenter:
Food:
Location: Crowne Plaza Springfield, 3000 South Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, Illinois 62703

Join us February 20, 2024 at the Crowne Plaza in Springfield, IL for the Illinois Social Emotional Learning Conference.  We will be joined by keynoters Michael Bonner, Gerry Brooks and Carla Tantillo Philibert!  In addition to the keynote speakers, information will be presented about state SEL initiatives and the support available to all Illinois schools via the ROE SEL Hubs and the REACH initiative.  Space is limited to the first 300 registrants.  The entire school community is encouraged to attend: teachers, paraprofessionals, mental health professionals, administrators, SEL team members, social workers, counselors, and all other school staff.

 

  • Registration: 8:30 a.m.
  • Workshop: 9:00-3:30 p.m.

 

Breakfast and Lunch are provided

February 26, 2024 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

SEL Series: Using Compassion as a Tool for Emotional Wellness

Audience: Everyone
PD Clock Hours: 1
Presenter: Leslie Vigor
Food: N/A
Location: Virtual Via Zoom

Compassion helps us deal with challenges and can be used as a tool for resiliency. Perspective gives us a lens to understand and empathize with others during difficult moments. Come learn how compassion for yourself and others can strengthen your well being. Drawing will be held for free Onward Book and Workbook.

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February 27, 2024 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Book Study: Those Kids Are Our Kids

Audience: All School Staff
PD Clock Hours: 10 for Teachable Completion 1 per zoom attended - Up to 16 total
Presenter: Erica Kirlin and Tracy Schlepphorst
Food: N/A
Location: Virtual on Zoom/Teachable Course Component

Your life will be forever changed after reading this true story of trauma that has been transformed into over 26 strategies to help THOSE KIDS who’ve been traumatized, are misunderstood, and those who practice frequent detours from what’s expected.

You will learn practical strategies to help ALL educators help THOSE KIDS.

You will not want to miss Heidy LaFleur in Quincy on June 11th to present the Social Emotional Alphabet!

Zoom Dates: 2/27, 3/5, 3/19, 4/2, 4/9, 4/23

Cost of Book Funded by the Area 3 SEL Hub

Register by January 31st to receive a free book.

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March 13, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Short-Term Substitute Training

Audience: Future or Current Substitute Teachers
PD Clock Hours: N/A
Presenter: Johnna Terwelp, ROE #1 Professional Learning Coordinator
Food: N/A
Location: Virtual

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 grades of public schools, pre-kindergarten through grade 12. A short-term substitute license is valid until June 30, 2028.

Although not required for regular substitute teachers, the training is also open and available to those educators as well. 

Registration closes on March 11, 2024. 

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March 18, 2024 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

SEL Series: Returning to the Mind: Learning as a Path to Resilience

Audience: Everyone
PD Clock Hours: 1
Presenter: Leslie Vigor
Food: N/A
Location: Virtual Via Zoom

When we have a difficult moment spring up in life, engaging with curiosity helps us to find solutions. Being a learner about problems that arise helps to create resilience and helps us to survive adversity. Explore this concept in this session. Drawing for free Onward Book and Workbook will be held.

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April 17, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Short-Term Substitute Training

Audience: Future or Current Substitute Teachers
PD Clock Hours: N/A
Presenter: Johnna Terwelp, ROE #1 Professional Learning Coordinator
Food: N/A
Location: Virtual

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 grades of public schools, pre-kindergarten through grade 12. A short-term substitute license is valid until June 30, 2028.

Although not required for regular substitute teachers, the training is also open and available to those educators as well. 

Registration closes on April 15, 2024. 

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April 29, 2024 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

SEL Series: Using Change to Create a Resilient You

Audience: Everyone
PD Clock Hours: 1
Presenter: Leslie Vigor
Food: N/A
Location: Virtual Via Zoom

No matter what stage of life we are in, we can count on CHANGE. We can let it defeat us, or we can have the courage to face it head on and WIN. Join me as we explore this concept of resiliency. Drawing for a free Onward Book and Workbook will be held.

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ROE #1 Worskhop Payment Information

All workshop payments must be made electronically in advance via credit/debit card or school purchase order. 

ROE #1 Workshop Cancellation Policy

No refunds will be provided for workshops. 

ROE #1 reserves the right to cancel a workshop due to low registration enrollment, presenter cancellation, and/or other unforeseen circumstances.  All fees will be returned if a workshop is cancelled.