GLSEN (Gay, Lesbian, Straight, Education, Network) will provide an overview of evidenced based practices for effectively running a GSA (Formerly Called a Gay Straight Alliance). Target audience for this is current GSA Club facilitators and those who would like to start a GSA
This presentation discusses what is really in vaping devices and the vapor they produce, and the possible long-term health consequences of vaping. The course content also includes reviews of advertising messages and the audience they are targeting: youth and young adults.
This course will walk participants through a selection of highly accessible Yoga and mindfulness strategies that teachers can employ in their busy days to support their own self-care. The course will include opportunities to reflect, meditate, practice Yoga postures, and relax. The course is designed for any admin, teachers, and staff in the K-12 setting.
AVID Elective teachers will engage in relational capacity strategies, unpack AVID Elective standards, and share best practices for AVID Elective curriculum implementation.
The Synergy Points Collaboration Mixer is a professional development session for secondary school users of the Synergy Points system (RPFs, MTSS facilitators, teachers, and district staff). Using the ""unconference"" Edcamp model, the event emphasizes participant-driven dialogue and fosters collaboration and innovation in Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS).
This session will empower participants to shape the conversation, address shared challenges, and explore effective strategies for PBIS implementation. Through peer-led discussions and networking, attendees will build meaningful connections and exchange actionable ideas to support district-wide improvement efforts. The atmosphere is informal, collaborative, and centered on sharing and learning from each other. Instead of pre-set schedules and presenters, sessions are created on the spot by attendees based on their interests, expertise, and questions.
GLSEN (Gay, Lesbian, Straight, Education, Network) will provide an overview of evidenced based practices for effectively running a GSA (Formerly Called a Gay Straight Alliance). Target audience for this is current GSA Club facilitators and those who would like to start a GSA
This presentation discusses what is really in vaping devices and the vapor they produce, and the possible long-term health consequences of vaping. The course content also includes reviews of advertising messages and the audience they are targeting: youth and young adults.
This course will walk participants through a selection of highly accessible Yoga and mindfulness strategies that teachers can employ in their busy days to support their own self-care. The course will include opportunities to reflect, meditate, practice Yoga postures, and relax. The course is designed for any admin, teachers, and staff in the K-12 setting.
Participants will explore the neurobiology of trauma and its impact on brain development, mood, and behavior, particularly in children. Through engaging in the Brain Architecture Game, they will gain hands-on experience to deepen their understanding of trauma's effects and identify strategies for fostering resilience and promoting healing.
This course will clarify the responsibilities of the K-12 general education teacher and paraprofessional, ensuring that both parties understand how they contribute to the educational experience of exceptional education students. Explore how these professionals can work together to develop individualized support strategies, differentiate instruction, and create inclusive learning environments. Discuss strategies for creating a positive, respectful partnership.
In this interactive workshop, secondary educators will explore how social-emotional learning (SEL) can serve as a powerful tool to strengthen student relationships and build a more inclusive, connected classroom environment. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of how SEL competencies—such as self-awareness, empathy, and relationship skills—impact student interactions and overall well-being. Through hands-on activities, practical strategies, and collaborative discussions, educators will learn how to use CharacterStrong to integrate SEL into their daily teaching practices, fostering trust, empathy, and positive communication among students.
This presentation discusses what is really in vaping devices and the vapor they produce, and the possible long-term health consequences of vaping. The course content also includes reviews of advertising messages and the audience they are targeting: youth and young adults.
Our students are still significantly changed by the disruptions to learning that they encountered. Teaching has had to change as a result. This session will provide practical strategies that dovetail with CPM beautifully in order to support learners as they overcome these challenges.
Participants will learn and engage in self-care by learning about how compassion, sympathy, perspective and reflection play a major role in our work as educators utilizing strategies outlined in the Onward book and workbook written by Elena Aguilar.
Participants will explore the neurobiology of trauma and its impact on brain development, mood, and behavior, particularly in children. Through engaging in the Brain Architecture Game, they will gain hands-on experience to deepen their understanding of trauma's effects and identify strategies for fostering resilience and promoting healing.
AVID Elective teachers will work on the vertical articulation of AVID K-12, this includes instruction, WICOR strategies, relational capacity, and family/community engagement.
High School Counselors will have the opportunity to meet with administration, staff, and students from Fred G. Acosta Job Corps to discuss options for tuition free training in high growth industries.
In this interactive workshop, secondary educators will explore how social-emotional learning (SEL) can serve as a powerful tool to strengthen student relationships and build a more inclusive, connected classroom environment. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of how SEL competencies—such as self-awareness, empathy, and relationship skills—impact student interactions and overall well-being. Through hands-on activities, practical strategies, and collaborative discussions, educators will learn how to use CharacterStrong to integrate SEL into their daily teaching practices, fostering trust, empathy, and positive communication among students.
This presentation discusses what is really in vaping devices and the vapor they produce, and the possible long-term health consequences of vaping. The course content also includes reviews of advertising messages and the audience they are targeting: youth and young adults.
Direct Instruction lessons are easy for teachers to plan and enact, but they are hard for learners, as they create mimicked behaviors rather than long term understanding. But how do we change a DI lesson into a lesson that allows learners to inquire and investigate in order to develop a persistent understanding? It might not be as hard as you think! Come and learn how to work less so students can think more.
Join Sarah Reed from the Children's Advocacy Center of Southern Arizona for "Understanding ACEs." This session includes an overview of the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) study, including national and local ACEs data. In addition, this training discusses trauma, historical and racial trauma and the ways in which ACEs and trauma impact short term and long-term health outcomes of children and adults.
