the berrien resa professional development catalog
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A Course Catalog for the Education Community
Courses being offered by Berrien RESA have been developed/contracted to address the needs of Berrien County school districts.
www.berrienresa.org
Administrative Conference Center711 St. Joseph Ave.
Berrien Springs, MI 49103(269) 471-7725
(269) 471-2941 (fax)
Professional Development
Catalog
THE BERRIEN RESA
THE BERRIEN RESAPD Course Catalog
The PD Course Catalog is a publication of the Berrien Regional Education Service Agency. Comments, suggestions or questions may be sent to Karen Heath, Supervisor of Communications at [email protected].
Nondiscrimination Clause/ Title IXIt is the policy of the Berrien Regional Education Service Agency not to discriminate in its policies and practices with respect to compensation, terms, or conditions of employment because of an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, height, weight, marital status, political belief, genetic information, disability or handicap which does not impair an individual’s ability to perform adequately in that individual’s particular position or activity.
Lynda HurlowExecutive Director of Human ResourcesBerrien RESA 711 St. Joseph AvenueBerrien Springs, MI 49103
For procedural information, please review NEOLA Board Policy No. 2260.
How to Register for a Professional Development WorkshopUsing Coursewhere (a product of Solutionwhere, Inc.)
Visit the registration portal.• Click the “Logon” link above to Enter Your User ID and Password.• When logged in, select a “View By” option, then choose a course by clicking on the title. Click on
START DATE to begin registration.
Please follow the directions below to create both your User ID and Password:
USER ID: User IDs should not be longer than 20 characters.PASSWORD: Passwords should be at least 8 characters, but not more than 20. Please be sure to save your Login ID and Password.
Billing: Unless you tell us differently, your district/company will be billed for any workshop for which you have registered. If you will be self-paying, you may pay by check or credit card. Please make checks payable to Berrien RESA and send to:
REGISTRATIONSPO Box 364 Berrien Springs, MI 49103
For credit card payments, please contact Sue Kruck at (269) 471-7725, ext. 1116. A receipt is available upon request.
Cancellations: Registration fee will be refunded only if cancellation is received two working days prior to the workshop start date (unless specifically stated otherwise). You must send an e-mail cancellation notice to [email protected] containing the title of the workshop. Your reply message will be your confirmation.
Inclement Weather: If Berrien RESA is closed, each of its schools, facilities and programs, as well as all workshops and meetings are cancelled for that day. In case of potential inclement weather, be sure to check our website, your local news station, and/or call the Berrien RESA switchboard at (269) 471-7725.
Berrien RESA Conference Center Space is Available for Rent!
The Berrien RESA Administrative Conference rooms are available for community use. For rates and rental availability, please contact Teresa Schueneman at (269) 471-7725 ext. 1225 for assistance.
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CANCELLATIONS: Registration fee will be refunded only if cancellation is received two working days prior to the workshop start date. You must send an e-mail cancellation notice to [email protected] containing the title of the workshop. Your reply message will be your confirmation.
To view all of Berrien RESA’s professional development opportunities, please visit www.berrienresa.org/development
In accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, it is the policy of the Berrien Regional Education Service Agency to prohibit dis-crimination on the basis of handicap against qualified handicapped persons, in admission or access to, participation in, or treatment of employment in, its programs and activities. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to Human Resources, Berrien RESA, 711 St. Joseph Avenue, Berrien Springs, MI 49103; telephone (269) 471- 7725; fax (269) 471-2941.
Please note: Participants with physical or dietary limitations or requirements are asked to notify the workshop coordinator with any specific need before the workshop/event so appropriate accommodations can be made.
Student Achievement Focus Area: Instruction
School Improvem
ent Category: D
ata and Information M
anagement
Subject: Special Education
Are you new to special education or to Berrien County? Consider ‘classes’ at IEP University to assist you this year. Topics and content will also be offered for more experienced staff, as well. Our goal together will be to blend technology, compliance, and best practices in a collaborative and meaningful way to make your work simple but significant.
PLEASE NOTE THAT MEETING TIMES VARY.
Questions? Contact Jamison Bennett at (269) 471-7725 ext. 1249. or [email protected].
TO REGISTER, VISIT: http://www.solutionwhere.com/berrienresa/cw/showcourse.asp?522
September 18, 2019 Please Select New User orRefresher Training8:30 a.m. – noon • Illuminate New User Training1-3 p.m.• Illuminate Refresher Training
September 25, 2019Please Select New User orRefresher Training8:30 a.m. - noon • Illuminate Refresher Training1-3 p.m.• Illuminate New User Training
September 30, 20198:15 a.m. – noon• IEP Goal Development • SAS • Progress Monitoring
November 13, 2019 8:15 a.m. – noon • Special Education Eligibility • Developing an IEP in Illuminate • Secondary Transition
February 19, 2020 8:15 a.m. – noon • Child Find/REEDS• Discipline • PWN/Move-Ins
To view all of Berrien RESA’s professional development opportunities, please visit www.berrienresa.org/development
In accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, it is the policy of the Berrien Regional Education Service Agency to prohibit dis-crimination on the basis of handicap against qualified handicapped persons, in admission or access to, participation in, or treatment of employment in, its programs and activities. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to Human Resources, Berrien RESA, 711 St. Joseph Avenue, Berrien Springs, MI 49103; telephone (269) 471- 7725; fax (269) 471-2941.
Please note: Participants with physical or dietary limitations or requirements are asked to notify the workshop coordinator with any specific need before the workshop/event so appropriate accommodations can be made.
CANCELLATIONS: Registration fee will be refunded only if cancellation is received two working days prior to the workshop start date. You must send an e-mail cancel-lation notice to [email protected] containing the title of the workshop. Your reply message will be your confirmation.
Student Achievement Focus Area: Instruction
School Improvem
ent Category: Teaching for Learning
Subject: Social Studies
TO REGISTER, VISIT: http://www.solutionwhere.com/berrienresa/cw/showcourse.asp?521
Michigan Board of Education has updated the social studies standards! K-12 teachers are invited to this 6-part curriculum review series, designed to prepare teachers of all grade levels to combine bestpractices in literacy and social studies instruction through the lens of practicing inquiry. Districts areencouraged to send K-12 teams for optimal vertical alignment and planning.
Go All In With Inquiry! Social Studies Curriculum Review
A workshop series for social studies educators
What is Inquiry and How Do We ‘Do’ It?September 20, 2019, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Presenter: Dr. Kathy Swan Location: Mars Community CenterUnpacking the Arc of Inquiry–Big and Small Strategies for Moving Through the Arc October 18, 2019, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Presenter: Dave JohnsonLocation: Berrien RESAInquiry in Unit and Lesson Design: Part 1 November 19, 2019, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Presenter: Dave JohnsonLocation: Berrien RESA
Inquiry in Unit and Lesson Design: Part 2 January 29, 2020, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Presenter: Dave JohnsonLocation: Berrien RESAAssessing Social Studies: Beyond the Names and DatesMarch 20, 2020, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Presenter: Dave JohnsonLocation: Berrien RESAThe Dynamic of Reading in Social Studies* April 21, 2020, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Presenter: Dr. Doug FisherLocation: Berrien RESA*Date and speaker subject to change
Questions? Contact Cyndi Ursprung at [email protected] or (269) 471-7725 ext. 1343.
$575 fee includes lunch and materials. 5-30 SCECHs available for $5. Register by September 8.
Curriculum Directors 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Monday, September 23, 2019 Thursday, December 19, 2019*
Monday, January 27, 2020 Monday, March 23, 2020 Thursday, May 21, 2020*
Regional Curriculum Directors 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
(Click on date to register)
Friday, October 25, 20191
Thursday, February 20, 20202
Friday, April 24, 20203
Elementary Principals
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Tuesday, September 24, 2019 Tuesday, October 29, 2019
Wednesday, December 11, 2019* Tuesday, January 28, 2020 Tuesday, February 25, 2020
Tuesday, March 24, 2020 Tuesday, April 28, 2020 Tuesday, May 19, 2020*
Secondary Principals
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Tuesday, September 24, 2019 Tuesday, October 29, 2019
Monday, December 16, 2019* Tuesday, January 28, 2020 Tuesday, February 25, 2020
Tuesday, March 24, 2020 Tuesday, April 28, 2020
Wednesday, May 20, 2020*
Assistant Principals
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Monday, September 23, 2019 Monday, October 28, 2019
Monday, December 9, 2019* Monday, January 27, 2020 Monday, February 24, 2020
Monday, March 23, 2020 Monday, April 27, 2020 Monday, May 18, 2020*
*Offsite locations TBD, 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Regional Curriculum Directors Meeting Locations 1
10/25/2019 - Berrien RESA
2 02/20/2020 -Kalamazoo Public Schools West Main Prof Dev Center
3 04/24/2020 - Calhoun Career Tech Center
You must attend (and sign in to) six out of the eight meetings to qualify for 25 SCECHs.
2019 - 2020 ADMINISTRATION MEETINGS
To view all of Berrien RESA’s professional development opportunities, please visit www.berrienresa.org/development
In accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, it is the policy of the Berrien Regional Education Service Agency to prohibit dis-crimination on the basis of handicap against qualified handicapped persons, in admission or access to, participation in, or treatment of employment in, its programs and activities. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to Human Resources, Berrien RESA, 711 St. Joseph Avenue, Berrien Springs, MI 49103; telephone (269) 471- 7725; fax (269) 471-2941.
Please note: Participants with physical or dietary limitations or requirements are asked to notify the workshop coordinator with any specific need before the workshop/event so appropriate accommodations can be made.
CANCELLATIONS: Registration fee will be refunded only if cancellation is received two working days prior to the workshop start date. You must send an e-mail cancel-lation notice to [email protected] containing the title of the workshop. Your reply message will be your confirmation.
Student Achievement Focus Area: D
ata Use/Analysis, Instruction
School Improvem
ent Category: Leadership
Subject: Behavior
TO REGISTER, VISIT: http://www.solutionwhere.com/berrienresa/cw/showcourse.asp?517
This training series will provide an overview of PBIS readiness skills and social emotional learning, restorative practices, and trauma-informed classrooms using
practical strategies for implementation in classroom, school and community.
Contact Tiago Baltazar ([email protected], 269-471-7725 ext. 1198) or Amy Hume-Sizer ([email protected], 269-471-7725 ext. 1176) for more information.
PBIS/SEL ACADEMY
FREE to attend ° 2-14 SCECHs available for $5 ° Register by May 22,2020
Pos i t ive Behaviora l In ter vent ion & Suppor ts
Soc ia l Emot iona l Learn ing
4-6 p .m. a t Ber r i en RESA each da y
S eptember 25, 2019Oc to ber 30, 2019
Ap r i l 2 2 , 2 02 0Ma y 2 7, 2 02 0
November 2 0, 2 0 19February 2 6, 2 02 0
March 2 5, 2 02 0
CANCELLATIONS: Registration fee will be refunded only if cancellation is received two working days prior to the workshop start date. You must send an e-mail cancellation notice to [email protected] containing the title of the workshop. Your reply message will be your confirmation.
To view all of Berrien RESA’s professional development opportunities, please visit www.berrienresa.org/development
In accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, it is the policy of the Berrien Regional Education Service Agency to prohibit dis-crimination on the basis of handicap against qualified handicapped persons, in admission or access to, participation in, or treatment of employment in, its programs and activities. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to Human Resources, Berrien RESA, 711 St. Joseph Avenue, Berrien Springs, MI 49103; telephone (269) 471- 7725; fax (269) 471-2941.
Please note: Participants with physical or dietary limitations or requirements are asked to notify the workshop coordinator with any specific need before the workshop/event so appropriate accommodations can be made.
Student Achievement Focus Area: Instruction, Leadership, D
ata Use/Analysis
School Im
provement C
ategory: Teaching for Learning , Leadership Subject: Literacy
TO REGISTER, VISIT: http://www.solutionwhere.com/berrienresa/cw/showcourse.asp?493
• K-3 Early Literacy Instructional Practices• 4-5 Literacy Essential Instructional Practices• Schoolwide Essential Instructional Practices• Balanced Assessment Systems• Individualized Reading Instructional Plans• Classroom Libraries• Essential Coaching Practices• Parent & Teacher Resources• Planning for Professional Learning and
Implementation of High Quality Literacy Instruction
September 26, 2019October 24, 2019
November 7, 2019December 12, 2019January 23, 2020
February 27, 2020March 26, 2020*April 30, 2020*May 28, 2020
*Virtual meetings 1-3 p.m. in April and March.
All other session take place 1 - 4 p.m. at Berrien RESA.
Presented by ELA Consultant Christina Martin and Early Literacy Consultants Rebecca Miles and Kerry Mindeman, Berrien County Literacy Leaders is a collaborative network that will work together to advance literacy in Berrien County. This network will collaborate around a Problem of Practice to build capacity in improving literacy outcomes for our districts’ students. Literacy leaders new to the network will participate in an orientation prior to the first meeting, dates and time will be determined based upon the number of new registrants..
Literacy Leaders meetings count as ‘19-’20 School Committee SCECHs. You must attend (and sign-in to)
seven of nine meetings to qualify for 25 SCECHs.
Questions? Contact Rebecca Miles at [email protected] or (269) 471-7725 ext. 1316.
Berrien County Literacy Leaders
CANCELLATIONS: Registration fee will be refunded only if cancellation is received two working days prior to the workshop start date. You must send an e-mail cancellation notice to [email protected] containing the title of the workshop. Your reply message will be your confirmation.
To view all of Berrien RESA’s professional development opportunities, please visit www.berrienresa.org/development
In accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, it is the policy of the Berrien Regional Education Service Agency to prohibit dis-crimination on the basis of handicap against qualified handicapped persons, in admission or access to, participation in, or treatment of employment in, its programs and activities. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to Human Resources, Berrien RESA, 711 St. Joseph Avenue, Berrien Springs, MI 49103; telephone (269) 471- 7725; fax (269) 471-2941.
Please note: Participants with physical or dietary limitations or requirements are asked to notify the workshop coordinator with any specific need before the workshop/event so appropriate accommodations can be made.
Student Achievement Focus Area: Instruction, D
ata Use/Analysis
School Improvem
ent Category: Personnel and Professional Learning
Subject: Instruction
TO REGISTER, VISIT: http://www.solutionwhere.com/berrienresa/cw/showcourse.asp?525
Non-GSRP Preschool/Junior KindergartenSupport Meeting
Preschool and Junior Kindergarten teachers will be offered the opportunity to share best practices, work together, and build new learning to support their early elementary students.
FREE to attend • 2-8 SCECHS available for $5 • Register by October 141-3 p.m. each day at Berrien RESA
October 18, 2019December 13, 2019February 21, 2020
April 24, 2020
Questions? Contact Tia Miller at (269) 471-7725 ext. 1355 or [email protected] or Kerry Mindeman at (269) 471-7725 ext. 1138 or [email protected].
Presented by Tia Miller and Kerry Mindeman of Berrien RESA
Questions? Contact Amanda Lezotte at (269) 471-7725 ext. 1256 or [email protected] or Lisa Pattison at (269) 471-7725 ext. 1134 or [email protected]
CANCELLATIONS: Registration fee will be refunded only if cancellation is received two working days prior to the workshop start date. You must send an e-mail cancellation notice to [email protected] containing the title of the workshop. Your reply message will be your confirmation.
To view all of Berrien RESA’s professional development opportunities, please visit www.berrienresa.org/development
In accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, it is the policy of the Berrien Regional Education Service Agency to prohibit dis-crimination on the basis of handicap against qualified handicapped persons, in admission or access to, participation in, or treatment of employment in, its programs and activities. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to Human Resources, Berrien RESA, 711 St. Joseph Avenue, Berrien Springs, MI 49103; telephone (269) 471- 7725; fax (269) 471-2941.
Please note: Participants with physical or dietary limitations or requirements are asked to notify the workshop coordinator with any specific need before the workshop/event so appropriate accommodations can be made.
Student Achievement Focus Area: Instruction, D
ata Use/Analysis
School Improvem
ent Category: Leadership
Subject: Strategic Planning
TO REGISTER, VISIT: http://www.solutionwhere.com/berrienresa/cw/showcourse.asp?503
Need more clarification on school improvement processes or allowable use of title funds? If so, take advantage of these three sessions. Teams will:• Utilize data to determine needs, establish quality goals, monitor progress.• Receive technical support related to school improvement and title funds.• Gain insights related to state and federal guidance and requirements.• Understand the importance of planning for the “whole child.” • Align building initiatives to district plans. • Design/evaluate systems to improve student achievement.Mornings will include professional learning to support Michigan’s Continuous Improvement Process. Afternoons are designed for collaboration and work time.
School Improvement & Title Support Network
November 6, 2019February 12 & May 6, 2020
9 a.m. - noon or 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. each day at Berrien RESA
Target audience: Building leaders, leadership teams, title coordinators and school improvement teams
3- 9 SCECHs: $5 (SCECHs for morning sessions only)Lunch is provided with full-day registration.
Presented by Amanda Lezotte and Lisa Pattison of Berrien RESA
CANCELLATIONS: Registration fee will be refunded only if cancellation is received two working days prior to the workshop start date. You must send an e-mail cancellation notice to [email protected] containing the title of the workshop. Your reply message will be your confirmation.
To view all of Berrien RESA’s professional development opportunities, please visit www.berrienresa.org/development
In accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, it is the policy of the Berrien Regional Education Service Agency to prohibit dis-crimination on the basis of handicap against qualified handicapped persons, in admission or access to, participation in, or treatment of employment in, its programs and activities. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to Human Resources, Berrien RESA, 711 St. Joseph Avenue, Berrien Springs, MI 49103; telephone (269) 471- 7725; fax (269) 471-2941.
Please note: Participants with physical or dietary limitations or requirements are asked to notify the workshop coordinator with any specific need before the workshop/event so appropriate accommodations can be made.
Student Achievement Focus Area: Instruction
School Improvem
ent Category: Teaching for Learning, Leadership
Subject: Literacy
TO REGISTER, VISIT: http://www.solutionwhere.com/berrienresa/cw/showcourse.asp?498
Kickoff MeetingJanuary 23, 2020, 4-4:30 p.m.
at Panera Bread 3260 Niles Rd
St Joseph MI 49085
Virtual MeetingsFebruary 12, April 15 & May 19, 2020
1-2, 3-4, or 7-8 p.m. each day
Berrien County Virtual Literacy Book Club:
Starting a Movement
3 SCECHs available for $5 Register by January 16
Contact Rebecca Miles with questions at [email protected] or (269) 471-7725 ext. 1316.
Presented by ELA Consultant Christina Martin and Early
Literacy Consultants Rebecca Miles and Kerry Mindeman.
The Virtual Literacy Book Club is facilitated by Berrien RESA literacy coaches and local literacy
leaders. The book, Starting a Movement: Building Culture from the Inside Out in Professional Learning Communities, will be provided to participants. This study will guide leaders in developing cultures that
insure strong implementation of the Schoolwide Essential Practices which are integral to efficacious
use of the Essential Practices in Early Literacy. Authors Ken Williams and Tom Hierck will join some meetings. Attendees will be able to choose between three time slots for each online meeting.
CANCELLATIONS: Registration fee will be refunded only if cancellation is received two working days prior to the workshop start date. You must send an e-mail cancellation notice to [email protected] containing the title of the workshop. Your reply message will be your confirmation.
To view all of Berrien RESA’s professional development opportunities, please visit www.berrienresa.org/development
In accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, it is the policy of the Berrien Regional Education Service Agency to prohibit dis-crimination on the basis of handicap against qualified handicapped persons, in admission or access to, participation in, or treatment of employment in, its programs and activities. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to Human Resources, Berrien RESA, 711 St. Joseph Avenue, Berrien Springs, MI 49103; telephone (269) 471- 7725; fax (269) 471-2941.
Please note: Participants with physical or dietary limitations or requirements are asked to notify the workshop coordinator with any specific need before the workshop/event so appropriate accommodations can be made.
Student Achievement Focus Area: Instruction
School Improvem
ent Category: Teaching for Learning, Leadership
Subject: Literacy
TO REGISTER, VISIT: http://www.solutionwhere.com/berrienresa/cw/showcourse.asp?499
The Virtual Literacy Book Club is facilitated by Berrien RESA literacy coaches. The book, Teaching Literacy in the Visible Learning Classroom, Grade K-5, by Douglas Fisher, Nancy Frey and John Hattie, will be provided to participants. This study will allow learners to explore instruction deeply aligned to the Essential Practices in Early Literacy. Attendees will be able to choose between three time slots for each online meeting. Author Nancy Frey will join theconversation at the April 16 sessions.
Kickoff MeetingJanuary 23, 2020, 4-4:30 p.m.
at Panera Bread 3260 Niles Rd
St Joseph MI 49085
Virtual MeetingsFebruary 13, April 16 & May 20, 2020
1-2, 3-4, or 7-8 p.m. each day
Berrien County Virtual Literacy Book Club: Teaching Literacy in the Visible Learning Classroom, K-5
3 SCECHs available for $5 - Register by January 16
Contact Rebecca Miles with questions at [email protected] or (269) 471-7725 ext. 1316.
Presented by ELA Consultant Christina Martin and Early Literacy Consultants Rebecca Miles and Kerry Mindeman.
To Register: https://events.misd.net/public/Course/browse?courseid=4493
***Please Bring Your Own Device***
MI School Data Train-the-Trainer
What’s going on in the MI School Data portal? Join the TtT Network and stay connected!
For more information, contact: Dr. Jennifer Parker (586) 228-3517 or [email protected] or
Rhonda Provoast at [email protected]
Join the growing NETWORK of Michigan educators who provide training and support for use of the MI School Data portal.
Gain FREE access to materials for training in your service area around the portal on topics such as Career and College Readiness, Career & Technical Education, Student Assessments including M-STEP, MI-Access, WIDA, school improvement connections, PK-20 Data Sets, public and legislative inquiry, Early Childhood and more!
Get frequent UPDATES about new materials and portal improvements or post questions to our listserv.
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Date Time Location February 04, 2020 9 A.M. - 3 P.M. Berrien RESA
711 St Joseph Ave
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
FREE 1-Day Workshop
Professional Development resources, training, sharing, and networking.
CANCELLATIONS: Registration fee will be refunded only if cancellation is received two working days prior to the workshop start date. You must send an e-mail cancellation notice to [email protected] containing the title of the workshop. Your reply message will be your confirmation.
To view all of Berrien RESA’s professional development opportunities, please visit www.berrienresa.org/development
In accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, it is the policy of the Berrien Regional Education Service Agency to prohibit dis-crimination on the basis of handicap against qualified handicapped persons, in admission or access to, participation in, or treatment of employment in, its programs and activities. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to Human Resources, Berrien RESA, 711 St. Joseph Avenue, Berrien Springs, MI 49103; telephone (269) 471- 7725; fax (269) 471-2941.
Please note: Participants with physical or dietary limitations or requirements are asked to notify the workshop coordinator with any specific need before the workshop/event so appropriate accommodations can be made.
Student Achievement Focus Area: Instruction
School Improvem
ent Category: Teaching for Learning
Subject: Math
TO REGISTER, VISIT: http://www.solutionwhere.com/berrienresa/cw/showcourse.asp?509
Contact Joe Elsheikhi with questions at [email protected] or (269) 471-7725 ext. 1230.
Utilizing Discourse to Engage and
Empower Students in Mathematics
Grades K-6
February 5, 2020 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.Register by January 29
5.75 SCECHs for $5
Hosted at Berrien RESA$15 Fee (includes lunch)
Presented by Joe Elsheikhi, Berrien RESA Math Consultant
Let’s Talk! Mathematical discourse is essential in creating a learning environment in which students are active learners. This workshop will focus on the five best practices for facilitating mathematical discussions along with utilizing sentence stems to give
students access to deeper level mathematical conversations. Teachers of kindergarten through sixth grade classes, come join us for this highly interactive and social event!
CANCELLATIONS: Registration fee will be refunded only if cancellation is received two working days prior to the workshop start date. You must send an e-mail cancellation notice to [email protected] containing the title of the workshop. Your reply message will be your confirmation.
To view all of Berrien RESA’s professional development opportunities, please visit www.berrienresa.org/development
In accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, it is the policy of the Berrien Regional Education Service Agency to prohibit dis-crimination on the basis of handicap against qualified handicapped persons, in admission or access to, participation in, or treatment of employment in, its programs and activities. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to Human Resources, Berrien RESA, 711 St. Joseph Avenue, Berrien Springs, MI 49103; telephone (269) 471- 7725; fax (269) 471-2941.
Please note: Participants with physical or dietary limitations or requirements are asked to notify the workshop coordinator with any specific need before the workshop/event so appropriate accommodations can be made.
Student Achievement Focus Area: Instruction
School Improvem
ent Category: Teaching for Learning
Subject: Math
TO REGISTER, VISIT: http://www.solutionwhere.com/berrienresa/cw/showcourse.asp?508
Contact Joe Elsheikhi with questions at [email protected] or (269) 471-7725 ext. 1230.
Utilizing Discourse to Engage and
Empower Students in Mathematics
Grades 7-12
February 6, 2020 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.Register by January 30
5.75 SCECHs for $5
Hosted at Berrien RESA$15 Fee (includes lunch)
Presented by Joe Elsheikhi, Berrien RESA Math Consultant
Let’s Talk! Mathematical discourse is essential in creating a learning environment in which students are active learners. This workshop will focus on the five best practices for facilitating mathematical discussions along with utilizing sentence stems to give students access to deeper level mathematical conversations. Teachers of seventh
through twelfth grade classes, come join us for this highly interactive and social event!
CANCELLATIONS: Registration fee will be refunded only if cancellation is received two working days prior to the workshop start date. You must send an e-mail cancellation notice to [email protected] containing the title of the workshop. Your reply message will be your confirmation.
To view all of Berrien RESA’s professional development opportunities, please visit www.berrienresa.org/development
Nondiscrimination Clause/Title IXIt is the policy of the Berrien Regional Education Service Agency not to discriminate in its policies and practices with respect to compensation, terms, or conditions of employment because of an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, height, weight, marital status, political belief, genetic information, disability or handicap which does not impair an individual’s ability to perform adequately in that individual’s particular position or activity. Lynda Hurlow, Executive Director of Human Resources, Berrien RESA, 711 St. Joseph Avenue, Berrien Springs, MI 49103 For procedural information, please review NEOLA Board Policy No. 2260.
Please note: Participants with physical or dietary limitations or requirements are asked to notify the workshop coordinator with any specific need before the workshop/event so appropriate accommodations can be made.
Student Achievement Focus Area: Instruction
School Improvem
ent Category: Teaching for Learning
Subject: Special Education
TO REGISTER, VISIT: http://www.solutionwhere.com/berrienresa/cw/showcourse.asp?533
$200 to Attend (includes lunch and materials) • SCECHs Available for $5 Register by January 27, 2020
Questions? Contact Kerry Mindeman at (269) 471-7725 ext. 1138 or [email protected]
Over the course of 3 full-day workshops, teams of General Education and SpecialEducation teachers will grow and learn in their knowledge about using best practice accommodations and modifications in order to support all students in the general education setting. This will include effective inclusion instructional strategies, collaboration, and planning using IEPs and Common Core standards, building inclusive social practices for all students in the general education classroom, and time to plan and practice with feedback sessions over the course of the second semester of the 2019-20 school year.
February 7, 2020 • March 6, 2020 • May 1, 2020Berrien RESA Administration Center • 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Presented by Dr. Lisa CushingCollaborating for Inclusion
CANCELLATIONS: Registration fee will be refunded only if cancellation is received two working days prior to the workshop start date. You must send an e-mail cancellation notice to [email protected] containing the title of the workshop. Your reply message will be your confirmation.
To view all of Berrien RESA’s professional development opportunities, please visit www.berrienresa.org/development
Nondiscrimination Clause/Title IXIt is the policy of the Berrien Regional Education Service Agency not to discriminate in its policies and practices with respect to compensation, terms, or conditions of employment because of an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, height, weight, marital status, political belief, genetic information, disability or handicap which does not impair an individual’s ability to perform adequately in that individual’s particular position or activity. Lynda Hurlow, Executive Director of Human Resources, Berrien RESA, 711 St. Joseph Avenue, Berrien Springs, MI 49103 For procedural information, please review NEOLA Board Policy No. 2260.
Please note: Participants with physical or dietary limitations or requirements are asked to notify the workshop coordinator with any specific need before the workshop/event so appropriate accommodations can be made.
TO REGISTER, VISIT: http://www.solutionwhere.com/berrienresa/cw/showcourse.asp?536
Council for Administrators for Special Education (CASE): Winter Hybrid Workshop
Presenters: Dr. Ben Spring and Julie Weatherly
Most school systems have been introduced to the critical structures of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and principles of ABA when it comes to preventing and responding to student aggression. While these systems and principles are essential, they often miss the big picture: lasting happiness for kids. When we apply principles of positive psychology to these frameworks, real meaningful change can happen. Join Dr. Springer in the reproducible steps of bringing happiness back to the forefront for our kids.
IEP Zen: Every special educator knows how critical our procedures and compliance are in the world of special education. Not every special educator knows how to take care of themselves in the process. We’ve earned our moment of Zen. Take a step back and breathe in some basic skills to bring balance and mastery back to the IEP experience.
Leading with Heart: Compassionate leadership in the age of restorative discipline. Our ability to adopt a relationship-first culture as school leaders will depend on how well we understand the concept of compassion in leadership. Learn reproducible steps of compassionate leadership and build a culture of optimism and compassion in your school.
The Year 2019 was another active year in the area of special education law, and a lot has happened since last year’s Hybrid Conference! Although IDEA and Section 504 have not changed in a very long time, there continues to be an enormous amount of litigation going on, as courts and federal agencies attempt to interpret and apply the laws’ provisions. In this session, there will be an update on some of the nation’s significant special education “legal happenings” during the past year, highlighting relevant court decisions and federal agency interpretations. At the end of the presentation, time will be devoted to Q&A with on-site and virtual Hybrid Conference attendees.
February 26 and 27, 2020 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Berrien RESA, Conference Room F 11.5 SCECHs available for $5
Register by February 24
Questions? Contact Eric Hoppstock, Assistant Superintendent, at (269) 471-7725 ext. 1342 or
Happy Kids Don’t Punch You In The Face
WEST MICHIGAN EARLY LITERACY
LEADERSHIP SYMPOSIUM
CULTURALLY RESPONSIVE
TEACHING IN LITERACY
TUESDAY , MARCH 3 , 2020
Who Should Attend? Administrators, Literacy Coaches, Teachers and
Support Staff throughout Michigan!
The Reading Now Network brings you the 4th Annual
on the campus of Western Michigan University
Donyall D. Dickey, Ed.D. , nat ional ly recognized authori ty on
curr iculum, instruct ion, organizat ional development, and administrat ion of schools
Registration: $100 https://aaesa.gosignmeup.com/public/Course/browse?courseid=14012
featur ing
and
Huda Essa Founder of Culture L inks, LLC
Author of Teach Us Your Name and Common Threads: Adam’s Day at the Market
CANCELLATIONS: Registration fee will be refunded only if cancellation is received two working days prior to the workshop start date. You must send an e-mail cancellation notice to [email protected] containing the title of the workshop. Your reply message will be your confirmation.
To view all of Berrien RESA’s professional development opportunities, please visit www.berrienresa.org/development
Nondiscrimination Clause/Title IXIt is the policy of the Berrien Regional Education Service Agency not to discriminate in its policies and practices with respect to compensation, terms, or conditions of employment because of an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, height, weight, marital status, political belief, genetic information, disability or handicap which does not impair an individual’s ability to perform adequately in that individual’s particular position or activity. Lynda Hurlow, Executive Director of Human Resources, Berrien RESA, 711 St. Joseph Avenue, Berrien Springs, MI 49103 For procedural information, please review NEOLA Board Policy No. 2260.
Please note: Participants with physical or dietary limitations or requirements are asked to notify the workshop coordinator with any specific need before the workshop/event so appropriate accommodations can be made.
TO REGISTER, VISIT: http://www.solutionwhere.com/berrienresa/cw/showcourse.asp?537
Children with Anxiety-Related and Oppositional Behavior
Since 2000, Jessica Minahan has helped clinicians, teachers and parents identify and understand the variables that cause students to act inappropriately. She has worked continuously with students who exhibit an infinite variety of behavior challenges in both urban and suburban public schools.
She will demonstrate how commonplace school factors, as well as a student’s underdeveloped skills, contribute to his or her challenging behavior. She will provide professionals with time-tested interventions that will lead students to more appropriate, constructive behavior in and out of school and give parents tools to continue the work at home.
Among the many reasons new teachers leave the field within their first five years, disruptive students are on the top of the list. Without intervention, these children are at risk for poor performance, diminished learning, and social/behavior problems in school. From this workshop, participants will be able to easily implement preventive tools, strategies, and interventions for increasing work engagement, initiation, persistence, and self-monitoring.
Presenter: Jessica Minahan
March 5, 2020 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Berrien RESA • 6 SCECHs available for $5 • Register by February 28
Questions? Contact Eric Hoppstock, Assistant Superintendent, at (269) 471-7725 ext. 1342 or [email protected]
CANCELLATIONS: Registration fee will be refunded only if cancellation is received two working days prior to the workshop start date. You must send an e-mail cancellation notice to [email protected] containing the title of the workshop. Your reply message will be your confirmation.
To view all of Berrien RESA’s professional development opportunities, please visit www.berrienresa.org/development
Nondiscrimination Clause/Title IXIt is the policy of the Berrien Regional Education Service Agency not to discriminate in its policies and practices with respect to compensation, terms, or conditions of employment because of an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, height, weight, marital status, political belief, genetic information, disability or handicap which does not impair an individual’s ability to perform adequately in that individual’s particular position or activity. Lynda Hurlow, Executive Director of Human Resources, Berrien RESA, 711 St. Joseph Avenue, Berrien Springs, MI 49103 For procedural information, please review NEOLA Board Policy No. 2260.
Please note: Participants with physical or dietary limitations or requirements are asked to notify the workshop coordinator with any specific need before the workshop/event so appropriate accommodations can be made.
TO REGISTER, VISIT: http://www.solutionwhere.com/berrienresa/cw/showcourse.asp?534
Military Trainingfor School CounselorsAnd EducatorsPresenters: Joshua Fenner and SFC Jeffery Castle
March 24, 2020 • 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. • Berrien RESA Administration CenterRegistration Fee $10 • 3 Military SCECHS • Register by March 10, 2020
The Michigan Army National Guard (MI ARNG) will help school counselors understand various education benefits available to Soldiers and Airmen such as:
• Understand the benefit information of the Federal Tuition Assistance (FTA) program available to soldiers
• Understand the different GI Bill program offers to Service Members and Veterans• Identify education benefit and scholarship information for spouses of service
members• Understand information on the Transfer of Education Benefits (TEB) to their
dependents, to include qualifier limitations and process• Understand how these various education benefits can/cannot be used together as
well as how outside funding sources affect their benefit(s) available to them• Become familiar with Joint Service Transcript (JST)• Understand the Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES)
program and how it benefits current Service Members• Provide Service Members with contacts where they can obtain assistance with their
benefits, including where to apply and obtain more information.
Attendees will also learn about the MI ARNG programs that are offered to schools free of charge. For more information, contact Kelly Dargus, CTE Consultant, at 269-471-7725 ext. 1318 or [email protected]
CANCELLATIONS: Registration fee will be refunded only if cancellation is received two working days prior to the workshop start date. You must send an e-mail cancellation notice to [email protected] containing the title of the workshop. Your reply message will be your confirmation.
To view all of Berrien RESA’s professional development opportunities, please visit www.berrienresa.org/development
Nondiscrimination Clause/Title IXIt is the policy of the Berrien Regional Education Service Agency not to discriminate in its policies and practices with respect to compensation, terms, or conditions of employment because of an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, height, weight, marital status, political belief, genetic information, disability or handicap which does not impair an individual’s ability to perform adequately in that individual’s particular position or activity. Lynda Hurlow, Executive Director of Human Resources, Berrien RESA, 711 St. Joseph Avenue, Berrien Springs, MI 49103 For procedural information, please review NEOLA Board Policy No. 2260.
Please note: Participants with physical or dietary limitations or requirements are asked to notify the workshop coordinator with any specific need before the workshop/event so appropriate accommodations can be made.
TO REGISTER, VISIT: http://www.solutionwhere.com/berrienresa/cw/showcourse.asp?535
SOCIAL EMOTIONALLEARNING:A Schoolwide Approach
March 30, 20201 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.Berrien RESAFREE to attendRegister by March 23
With the Michigan Department of Education’s shift to the Michigan Integrated Continuous Improvement Process (MICIP) and the Whole School, Whole Child, Whole Community model (WSCC), the demand for schools to meet the needs of the Whole Child can seem overwhelming. According to CASEL, students who have experienced Social Emotional Learning (SEL) have performed 11 percent higher on academic measures, than students who have not been exposed to SEL programming. Additionally, every dollar spent on Social Emotional Learning, yields an $11 return (Columbia University). Join Dina Rocheleau, Assistant Superintendent of Ferndale schools as she shares the journey of how one Michigan district went from being designated a “failing district” in 2011, to earning accolades including being named the 2019 Innovative District Award winner from Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, Michigan 2019 ASCD’s Whole Child Award winner, and received a visit from the American Institute of Research. Learn how to implement effective SEL programs district-wide, ask questions regarding your current programming, and plan to come back in fall 2020 to join us for a bus trip to Ferndale for a day of on-site learning, followed by a Q & A session.
Presented by Dina Rocheleau,Assistant Superintendent of Instruction, Ferndale Schools
Questions? Contact Amanda Lezotte, School Improvement Facilitator, at (269) 471-7725 ext. 1256 or [email protected]
CANCELLATIONS: Due to contract restrictions with the presenter, our normal cancellation policy will not apply. Registration fee will be refunded only if cancellation is received by July 1, 2020. You must send an e-mail cancellation notice to [email protected] con-taining the title of the workshop. Your reply message will be your confirmation.
To view all of Berrien RESA’s professional development opportunities, please visit www.berrienresa.org/development
In accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, it is the policy of the Berrien Regional Education Service Agency to prohibit dis-crimination on the basis of handicap against qualified handicapped persons, in admission or access to, participation in, or treatment of employment in, its programs and activities. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to Human Resources, Berrien RESA, 711 St. Joseph Avenue, Berrien Springs, MI 49103; telephone (269) 471- 7725; fax (269) 471-2941.
Please note: Participants with physical or dietary limitations or requirements are asked to notify the workshop coordinator with any specific need before the workshop/event so appropriate accommodations can be made.
Student Achievement Focus Area: Instruction
School Improvem
ent Category: Teaching for Learning
Subject: Literacy
TO REGISTER, VISIT: http://www.solutionwhere.com/berrienresa/cw/showcourse.asp?507
During this three day workshop, multidisciplinary middle and high school teams and administrators will work collaboratively to know, understand and plan how to:• Recognize and model for students the reading strategies
you use as an expert reader in your subject area• Engage students in understanding their own thinking
processes—the power of metacognition• Integrate and accelerate students’ subject area learning
and subject area literacy• Foster learning dispositions of persistence, stamina,
problem solving and collaboration• Turn the sustained work of learning back to students
successfully• Plan lessons that incorporate all dimensions of the Reading
Apprenticeship framework• Support ongoing professional learning at your site
August 3-5, 2020, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at Berrien RESA
$650 Fee - Lunch included
SCECHS: 5.75-17.25 for $5
Register by
July 1, 2020
Questions?
Contact Chris Martin at [email protected] or (269) 471-7725 ext. 1109.