Healthy Teachers, Happy Classrooms: Twelve Brain-based Principles to Avoid Burnout, Increase Optimism, and Support Physical Well-Being Many teachers are simply and understandably burning out! The fire and passion that once sparked for teaching are simply becoming extinguished. In this highly-engaging workshop, based on the book by the same title, educators will not only learn how to restore their passion for teaching, they will also explore 12 brain-based principles for looking five to ten years younger, becoming and remaining healthier, and living a longer life! These principles, which can also be applied to the classroom, include remaining optimistic, staying active, and forming close personal relationships. This workshop has been called both personally and professionally life-changing and so much fun!
Missing your bag tournaments, lasso golf, washer toss and kan-jam from the summer? Or maybe you want to learn how to play? We've got you covered! Come think "summer thoughts" with us during this session!
"Becoming a Better Writing Teacher" is a book that aims to ignite a collective conversation among writing teachers on enhancing their teaching skills and inspiring their students to become proficient writers. Through the sharing of ideas, experiences, and strategies, this book serves as a guide for educators looking to improve their practice and create a vibrant writing community in their classrooms. Join us to discuss and share your experiences on what you've tried, what you want to try, what worked, and what might be holding you back. If you have not read the book, please come so we can ignite a passion.
During this session, we will discuss ways to build positive connections and community within the school setting. This can be with all stakeholders, including students, colleagues, and ways to make all feel supported and appreciated.
This session will be an open cafe for anyone who would like individualized Canvas support. Stop in for support on organizing your course, trying out new features in Canvas, troubleshooting, or anything else related to Canvas.
This presentation provides comprehensive training for educators on the Cardiac Emergency Response Plan (CERP) to ensure a rapid, coordinated, and effective response to cardiac emergencies in schools. Attendees will learn how to recognize signs of sudden cardiac arrest, perform CPR, use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED), and understand their roles and responsibilities during an emergency. The presentation covers critical steps for communication with emergency services, conducting regular practice drills, and legal considerations for staff. By the end of the training, educators will be equipped with the knowledge and confidence to help save lives in the event of a cardiac emergency.
This session will focus on four domains of wellness as outlined by Boogren & Kanold in their book Educator Wellness. This is an overview of educator wellness. Let's learn about ways we can be mindful of our physical, mental, emotional and social wellness routines to support our wellbeing and our colleagues throughout the year.
Are you overwhelmed by the plethora of ELA teaching tools available to you and your learners? Would you appreciate more time to see how materials could work together to enhance learning experiences? Do you want to investigate models that could blend tools and tables seamlessly into your daily ELA instruction? Then we have the session for you! Sign up for this authentically structured time as an individual or with your teammates to brianstorm a plan to blend these tools.
Unlock the potential of artificial intelligence to transform your classroom and enhance student learning. In this interactive session, educators will explore practical strategies for incorporating AI tools into their teaching practices. Join us to see how AI can be a powerful ally in fostering a dynamic and responsive learning experience for every student!
In this session, participants will leave with gamification ideas that can easily be implemented, are standards driven, empower students, and make learning fun. Experience grunge ball, mystery box, epic game board, boss battle, and more! Using these student driven activities and giving students a voice and choice in their learning is just one more way to bring back the FUN and help increase engagement!
Enjoy some fresh air and social/emotional time by walking and talking (if you choose to) out on the KHS track. A great opportunity to "reset" for a session before heading back inside for more learning.
Healthy Teachers, Happy Classrooms: Twelve Brain-based Principles to Avoid Burnout, Increase Optimism, and Support Physical Well-Being Many teachers are simply and understandably burning out! The fire and passion that once sparked for teaching are simply becoming extinguished. In this highly-engaging workshop, based on the book by the same title, educators will not only learn how to restore their passion for teaching, they will also explore 12 brain-based principles for looking five to ten years younger, becoming and remaining healthier, and living a longer life! These principles, which can also be applied to the classroom, include remaining optimistic, staying active, and forming close personal relationships. This workshop has been called both personally and professionally life-changing and so much fun!
Come and explore our new Social Science tool with McGraw Hill reps. Learn more of the tips and tricks of using our new tools to support our proficiency tables in learning. This session will focus on K-2.
Collaboratively engage with colleagues to identify and implement strategies that enhance the quality of feedback within your instructional practices. *Staff members are encouraged to attend this with grade level peers in order to enhance the quality and impact of collaboration.
Come join your colleagues for a discussion around all things behavior. Let's chat about what is going well and what bumps in the road you may be encountering classroom wide or with pockets of learners. Together we can identify takeaways to bring back to the classroom and a plan for supportive next steps.
This session will take a deeper look into the three tiers of MTSS. You will be able to explore Tier 1, 2, and 3 interventions, how they would look in your classroom, and how MTSS supports students, families, and staff.
Need to shake up your vocabulary instruction? Want to learn new ways to help students learn academic vocabulary? Come to this session, where you will learn some of the principles of vocabulary instruction and some new strategies. There will be work time to put your learning into action.
CTE teachers can visit an industry partner to explore trends, practices, and skills relevant to their content area. Each person is responsible for contacting and arranging their visit with the industry partner. An opportunity to share where you visited and what you can implement into your curriculum will be submitted upon the completion of your visit.
Dive into the transformative potential of artificial intelligence to elevate your professional practice as an educator. Learn how AI-powered tools can assist with grading, personalized professional development, and time management, allowing you to focus more on what you do best—teaching! Leave with a toolkit of AI resources and strategies to integrate into your daily routine, boosting your efficiency and effectiveness while enriching your teaching experience.
"Becoming a Better Writing Teacher" is a book that aims to ignite a collective conversation among writing teachers on enhancing their teaching skills and inspiring their students to become proficient writers. Through the sharing of ideas, experiences, and strategies, this book serves as a guide for educators looking to improve their practice and create a vibrant writing community in their classrooms. Join us to discuss and share your experiences on what you've tried, what you want to try, what worked, and what might be holding you back. If you have not read the book, please come so we can ignite a passion.
This session will be an open cafe for anyone who would like individualized Canvas support. Stop in for support on organizing your course, trying out new features in Canvas, troubleshooting, or anything else related to Canvas.
Come rock out with McDole's PE and Music teachers! Learn about our cross-curricular unit, get some exercise, have some laughs, and get some stress relief to the beat of the music!
This session will provide an opportunity for paraprofessionals across our district to connect, collaborate, and learn from each other on various topics and scenarios that are often encountered during a school year. Some topics of discussion include but are not limited to the following: adjusting to new roles and responsibilities, how to become more involved in classrooms, understanding behavior, special education 101, finding a system that works for you, and accommodating vs oversupporting, reluctant learners, and connecting with staff and students.
This session is offered as a follow-up for people who participated in either/both of the book clubs Educator Wellness and/or Educator Bandwidth. The purpose of this session is to offer a support for individuals who have participated in the summer 2024 book clubs to connect, network, share and support their wellness journey after our summer work together.
Need help finding your way around "the gym"? We've got weight training equipment, cardio machines and free weights and people who will show you how to use them! Come get some steps in or pump some iron with us!
Join us for a dynamic session designed to equip you with innovative strategies and practical tools to improve your students' rapid recall of math facts. You will explore interactive activities, learn about effective differentiation techniques, and discover how to integrate technology to make math fact practice enjoyable and impactful.
This workshop-style format will lead educators through the process of creating a Team-Based Challenge as required for the College and Career Pathway Endorsement. Educators will learn about how to incorporate strategies to collaborate with expert industry partners for their Challenge, plan for student assessment, and action steps on how to implement the Challenge in the classroom.
If you liked Gamification Initial Training then you’ll want to give Gamification Level 2 a shot. Participants will leave with more gamification ideas that can be easily implemented, are standards-driven, and empower learners. We will use our favorite parts of Building Thinking Classrooms, Explore Like a Pirate, and Fully Engaged to bring back the fun and increase engagement.
Come and explore our new Social Science tool with McGraw Hill reps. Learn more of the tips and tricks of using our new tools to support our proficiency tables in learning. This session will focus on 3-5.
In this session, we go over four easy steps to help make any classroom more inclusive towards people from all walks of life. Walk away with actual ideas and inspirations to help make your classroom inclusive no matter where you are on your equity journey.
This session is an introduction to how to use the tools in Magic School to generate assessments, rubrics, and other products related to assessing student learning.
No more searching your Google Drive to find the PBP table to match the standard your student is working on! In this session, participants will be provided with all the necessary materials to create their own binder of proficiency tables and learning continuums. Crafting a custom proficiency table binder puts all of your resources in one place, increasing both the efficiency and clarity of co-constructed feedback conferences. We will even provide you with clear page protectors so you can write directly on a PBP table when conferencing with a student. You will leave this session with your completed binder in your hands!
In this session, educators will explore strategies to design and implement individualized math pathways tailored to students' unique learning needs and goals. Participants will learn how to design scaffolded supports for struggling learners, enrichment opportunities for advanced students, and tools for tracking progress.
A panel of high school students will share their MTSS/RTI experience from elementary to high school and how it has impacted their educational experience. Students will answer prepared questions, but there will be a small amount of time for participants to ask questions as well.
Teaching is tough and we're exhausted. Take care of yourself and be creative with us by creating some positive affirmation art! The mess will be at a minimum (we promise) and you will leave with a keepsake.
Experience a variety of classroom mathematical routines that promote reasoning and classroom discourse. These routines are engaging and elevate student agency as they are accessible to all mathematical thinkers. You will be able to return to your classroom and implement these routines immediately.
For those looking to break a little sweat and show off their racket skills, we are here for you! Come join us for some laughs and friendly competition!
Join Kim and Jenny as we discuss our top 10 books. These are contemporary novels you simply must read. Between the two of them, Jenny and Kim read 150 books in 2023.
Each teacher will give a summary about their program. Participants will have time to walk through all FVCC spaces at Meredith. The session will end with a Q& A / feedback opportunity.
Step away from the hustle and bustle of academia and immerse yourself in a session of joy, camaraderie, and celebration! This unique event offers a delightful twist by transforming into a mock wedding reception where you can unwind, socialize, and rejuvenate. Join us as we create an ambiance of festivity and merriment and relish the opportunity to connect with fellow educators amidst the enchanting atmosphere.
More than ever, teachers are competing for students' attention! We will share some fun, easy student engagement activities to get students moving, thinking, and learning. These are all activities that don't take much time to set up and that students love!
During this session the Math KLCs will further develop vertical articulation between the grade levels as well as the content courses at the upper level. We will increase clarity and communication concerning our very important math curriculum.
Sharing of Kaneland's new Assault & Battery process and form. Defining what Assault & Battery is, and is not. Reviewing how to report, complete the form, and what to expect from problem-solving with your supervisor.
Engage in basic yoga movements and breathing exercises to help calm and center your students. Techniques can be used with any student that may need help calming down or focusing after high energy situations like PE, lunch or situations that raise their fight/flight response. Come ready to participate physically and verbally.
"The world was hers for the reading," Betty Smith, A Tree Grows in Brooklyn. Join us for a lively discussion of Ann Napolitano's novel Hello Beautiful. While reading is primarily a solitary activity, discussing your reactions to a book can often lead to new understandings of the text and the world in which we read. Please come having read the book and ready to share your thoughts.
This session is designed as a self-paced option for individuals who are seeking a better understanding of Educator Wellness by reflecting on four domains of wellness including physical, mental, emotional and social domains. This self-paced option will allow educators to self-reflect their current wellness within each of the domains and develop a plan to make small steps toward wellness opportunities.
Unlock the potential of artificial intelligence to transform your classroom and enhance student learning. In this interactive session, educators will explore practical strategies for incorporating AI tools into their teaching practices. Join us to see how AI can be a powerful ally in fostering a dynamic and responsive learning experience for every student!
Unlock the true potential of feedback in your classroom! Join us as we dive into the essential role feedback plays in student growth. Discover the 9 powerful types of feedback and how to strategically choose the right one for every learning moment. Through engaging discussions and hands-on activities, you'll walk away with actionable steps to seamlessly integrate feedback conferences into your daily routine—empowering your students like never before!
Need help finding your way around "the gym"? We've got weight training equipment, cardio machines and free weights and people who will show you how to use them! Come get some steps in or pump some iron with us!
Enjoy some fresh air and social/emotional time by walking and talking (if you choose to) out on the KHS track. A great opportunity to "reset" for a session before heading back inside for more learning.
No more searching your Google Drive to find the PBP table to match the standard your student is working on! In this session, participants will be provided with all the necessary materials to create their own binder of proficiency tables and learning continuums. Crafting a custom proficiency table binder puts all of your resources in one place, increasing both the efficiency and clarity of co-constructed feedback conferences. We will even provide you with clear page protectors so you can write directly on a PBP table when conferencing with a student. You will leave this session with your completed binder in your hands!
Investigate the research behind problem solving practices in math by jigsawing a short chapter for key points from John SanGiovanni’s Book titled Daily Routines Jump Start Problem Solving. Delve into various problem solving routines that can be adapted to any elementary grade level. Books with resources will be raffled off at the end of the session.
Come chat kidlit with Katie Reilley, book nerd and 4th grade ELA teacher from Blackberry Creek! Attendees will be introduced to early chapter book series and graphic novels that are highly engaging for students in grades 2-4. Learn about titles that can help bring new life to your classroom library and engage readers of all interest while meeting them where they are. There will be book giveaways as well!
The SLPs of the district have been provided a membership to SpeechPathology.com to participate in professional development specific to their needs. These courses provide credit towards renewing our PEL and state license.
Each teacher will give a summary about their program. Participants will have time to walk through all FVCC spaces at the High School. The session will end with a Q& A / feedback opportunity.
CTE teachers can visit an industry partner to explore trends, practices, and skills relevant to their content area. Each person is responsible for contacting and arranging their visit with the industry partner. An opportunity to share where you visited and what you can implement into your curriculum will be submitted upon the completion of your visit.
This presentation will focus on exploring executive functioning skills which can be a challenge to autistic individuals who struggle to meet classroom expectations. We will discuss what executive functions are, how to assess a learner's skills and develop plans to help support executive functioning goals in the classroom environment. This will include adapting the environment, tasks and adult communication to increase learner success.
Explore the PaCE Guide with me and learn how it is working at KHS. This is a comprehensive resource mandated by the Illinois State Board of Education for all high schools. The KHS guide highlights the wide range of elective pathways available, from Career and Technical Education (CTE) to Advanced Placement (AP) courses, designed to support students in their post-secondary planning and success.
Step away from the hustle and bustle of academia and immerse yourself in a session of joy, camaraderie, and celebration! This unique event offers a delightful twist by transforming into a mock wedding reception where you can unwind, socialize, and rejuvenate. Join us as we create an ambiance of festivity and merriment and relish the opportunity to connect with fellow educators amidst the enchanting atmosphere.
Dive into the transformative potential of artificial intelligence to elevate your professional practice as an educator. Learn how AI-powered tools can assist with grading, personalized professional development, and time management, allowing you to focus more on what you do best—teaching! Leave with a toolkit of AI resources and strategies to integrate into your daily routine, boosting your efficiency and effectiveness while enriching your teaching experience.
Sharing of Kaneland's new Assault & Battery process and form. Defining what Assault & Battery is, and is not. Reviewing how to report, complete the form, and what to expect from problem-solving with your supervisor.
Engage in basic yoga movements and breathing exercises to help calm and center your students. Techniques can be used with any student that may need help calming down or focusing after high energy situations like PE, lunch or situations that raise their fight/flight response. Come ready to participate physically and verbally.
Come and witness a handful of elementary conferring videos- modeled by the experts in education. Partake in reflective conversation that identifies conferring strengths and types of feedback used. Walk away with a goal to do one new “conferring move.”
In this session, participants will learn about different AI tools that can be layered into professional practice when it comes to writing. By the end of the session, participants will understand the strengths and weaknesses of these AI tools as well as the importance of prompt engineering.
Unlock the true potential of feedback in your classroom! Join us as we dive into the essential role feedback plays in student growth. Discover the 9 powerful types of feedback and how to strategically choose the right one for every learning moment. Through engaging discussions and hands-on activities, you'll walk away with actionable steps to seamlessly integrate feedback conferences into your daily routine—empowering your students like never before!
This session is an introduction to Calendar, Docs and Sheets. This session will cover how to use Google Drive to create, edit, organize, and share files, as well as how to use Google Drive apps to access and sync files across devices.
Collaboratively engage with colleagues to identify and implement strategies that enhance the quality of feedback within your instructional practices. *Staff members are encouraged to attend this with grade level peers in order to enhance the quality and impact of collaboration.
This session will be going over our process of how PE/Health at KIPLA was envisioned, what we are currently doing and what we picture the future of PE at our academy.
Come get your hands on a variety of SEL tools to incorporate into your daily routines as well as in the moment problem-solving. We will explore SEL instructional tools, a variety of co-regulation tools, and how to use them.
Are you thinking about a leadership position or currently in a leadership position? This session will focus on the Fish Philosophy, which has helped create positive environments in schools, businesses, and companies around the world. The presentation will highlight simple actions that can be taken by leaders to help create a positive school culture.
This session will include key strategies to help staff members support the de-escalation process effectively and efficiently. Three response pathways will be discussed: social engagement, fight or flight, and shutting down (Beyond Behaviors by Mona Delahooke). This framework can help us to better understand our students and ourselves.
This presentation provides an in-depth overview of 403(b) and 457 retirement savings plans, specifically tailored for teachers and public-sector employees. It covers the key features, benefits, and differences between these two tax-advantaged plans, including contribution limits, withdrawal rules, and investment options. Attendees will learn how to strategically use these plans to maximize their retirement savings, the advantages of combining both plans, and important considerations for selecting the right plan based on their financial goals. The presentation also offers practical steps to get started and answers common questions to help educators make informed decisions about their retirement planning.
