Target Audience: All teachers of reading/writing, instructional coaches, administrators, curriculum coordinators, Deeper Learning teachers
Effective instruction and learning experiences for students are deeply rooted in knowledge of content standards. It is especially important for teachers to deeply know their standards in order to address gaps in learning. This in-person session is ideal for English Language Arts teachers at all levels (and those who support them) as it will provide clarity around the Kentucky Academic Standards for Reading & Writing. Participants will learn how to break down Reading & Writing standards and determine what mastery of a standard looks like. We will utilize a protocol to review assignments and determine congruence to the standards, as well as examine how to construct authentic assessments connected to a standard. Participants will also learn how to move from standards to develop Deeper Learning competencies through best instructional practices.
In addition to these tools and strategies, participants will leave with a folder of resources to help implement this work.
6 hours of EILA credit will be provided.
Target Audience: Teachers, Instructional Coaches, Deeper Learning Leads
Thinking Maps is a set of 8 visual patterns that correlate to specific cognitive processes. They benefit students by providing a consistent thinking process, vocabulary, and visual language through interactive engaging student activities allowing them to interact with content in literacy and math using any curriculum or supplemental materials. Furthermore, Thinking Maps assists students in organizing their ideas on paper or by computer, and—as a result—teaches them to read, write, problem-solve and think better.
Participants will gain:
- Overview of Theory, Research Basis
- Introduction to the Defining Characteristics of Thinking Maps
- Learning the Thinking Maps: 8 Visual Patterns for Critical Thinking— Asking Questions
- Strategies for Developing Independent Learners: Teaching the Maps to Students
This event is capped at 36 teacher participants- those 36 teacher participants will receive a FREE, physical copy of Thinking Maps: A Language for Learning, 2nd Ed. Teacher’s Guide.
For more information, contact Erin McIver (erin.mciver@ckec.org)
Target Audience: Teachers, Instructional Coaches, Deeper Learning Leads
Thinking Maps is a set of 8 visual patterns that correlate to specific cognitive processes. They benefit students by providing a consistent thinking process, vocabulary, and visual language through interactive engaging student activities allowing them to interact with content in literacy and math using any curriculum or supplemental materials. Furthermore, Thinking Maps assists students in organizing their ideas on paper or by computer, and—as a result—teaches them to read, write, problem-solve and think better.
Participants will gain:
● Overview of Theory, Research Basis
● Introduction to the Defining Characteristics of Thinking Maps
● Learning the Thinking Maps: 8 Visual Patterns for Critical Thinking— Asking Questions
● Strategies for Developing Independent Learners: Teaching the Maps to Students
This event is capped at 36 teacher participants- those 36 teacher participants will receive a FREE, physical copy of Thinking Maps: A Language for Learning, 2nd Ed. Teacher’s Guide.
For more information, contact Erin McIver (erin.mciver@ckec.org)
Target Audience: Teachers, Instructional Coaches, Deeper Learning Leads
Thinking Maps is a set of 8 visual patterns that correlate to specific cognitive processes. They benefit students by providing a consistent thinking process, vocabulary, and visual language through interactive engaging student activities allowing them to interact with content in literacy and math using any curriculum or supplemental materials. Furthermore, Thinking Maps assists students in organizing their ideas on paper or by computer, and—as a result—teaches them to read, write, problem-solve and think better.
Participants will gain:
- Overview of Theory, Research Basis
- Introduction to the Defining Characteristics of Thinking Maps
- Learning the Thinking Maps: 8 Visual Patterns for Critical Thinking— Asking Questions
- Strategies for Developing Independent Learners: Teaching the Maps to Students
This event is capped at 30 teacher participants- those 30 teacher participants will receive a FREE, physical copy of Thinking Maps: A Language for Learning, 2nd Ed. Teacher’s Guide.
For more information, contact Erin McIver (erin.mciver@ckec.org)
This training is for new Admission and Release Committee (ARC) chairpersons. During this full day workshop participants will become familiar with: roles and responsibilities of the ARC chairperson, steps in conducting an ARC meeting, different types of ARC meetings, disability categories of special education, and state/federal regulations impacting chairing an ARC meeting. Opportunities will be provided to discuss, role-play, and network with other administrators concerning the role of ARC Chairperson.
Session outcomes are
- Identifying the roles and responsibilities of members of an ARC
- Identifying the components of the four types of ARC meetings
· Compiling a professional toolkit of skills required to effectively facilitate an ARC meeting
In The Zones of Regulation Comprehensive Training participants will be taking a deeper dive into the exploration of the competency of regulation and how it fits into a climate and culture of social emotional learning. This expanded version of our Basic Training webinar offers a more in-depth look into the neurological components, development of regulation, and compassionate mindset as the foundation to understanding and teaching The Zones of Regulation framework and curriculum. Whether you are new to The Zones or are a seasoned practitioner, this training will provide you with a thorough understanding of the lessons and concepts within The Zones curriculum. The extensive exploration of regulation tools and strategies outlined in the training will help you teach with fidelity and efficacy. In addition to highlighting the latest evolution of The Zones framework, participants can expect further student work samples, examples, and videos to illustrate strategies for adapting and differentiating the concepts to help learners, both neurodiverse and neurotypical, meet their goals across school, home, and community settings. Participants will walk away with an in-depth understanding of the complexity of regulation and how The Zones simplifies teaching and learning this competency for both teachers/practitioners and learners alike. (5.5 clock hours + two, 15-minute breaks + 1 hour for lunch = 7-hour day).
Please note that this training will take place on Jul 13, 2022 from 8:30 – 11:30 and Jul 14, 2022 from 8:30 – 11:30. The link to the Zoom session will be sent to the email you used to register for this event. If you have questions, please contact Christina Krantz at christina.krantz@ckec.org.
Target Audience: MSD Classroom Staff
MSD teachers often struggle with interconnected learning when teaching academic skills, functional skills, and vocational skills. This in person interactive workshop will walk participants through a process of developing a unit plan for their classrooms by taking a concept, topic, literature piece, or subject and creating lessons across instructional areas (academic, functional, and vocational) that weave together to support student learning. Participants will be provided and will create materials to use in their classrooms. If you have any questions, please contact sally.miracle@ckec.org.
Target Audience: Administrators & Counselors or anyone interested in master scheduling
Are you looking for innovative ideas for next year’s master schedule? Due to the overwhelming learning loss we are experiencing, a master schedule with dedicated time for intervention is an asset.
CKEC’s CRRSA team invites you to a Learn and Share session about master scheduling.
Representatives from George Rogers Clark High School and Robert D. Campbell Jr. High School will share their schedule. We will also share examples of elementary master schedules.
Please join us to listen and participate or to share your screen and explain your master schedule.
February 28, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Target Audience: Special education teachers, general education teachers, teachers in alternative school settings, administrators, counselors, paraprofessionals, school social workers
The risk for burnout has never been more present than it is now; making self-care for educators more important than ever! This session will provide participants with quick, and easy to implement self care and resilience strategies. Participants will leave with an individualized self care plan that works for them. This session is virtual. The link to the Zoom will be sent out no later than the end of the day on July 11.
This training is a follow-up session to the CKEC On-Demand ARC Chairperson Training. Three hours of EILA/PD will be awarded at the completion of the training. Participants must complete the self paced component prior to the follow-up. The self paced training may be accessed through www.ckec.org, or directly through this link: ARC Chairperson Training Self-Paced On-line Agenda
This follow-up session is designed to improve the knowledge and skills in the practice of chairing a special education Admissions and Release Committee (ARC) meeting.
Session outcomes are practice with
- Identifying the roles and responsibilities of members of an ARC
- Identifying the components of the four types of ARC meetings
- Compiling a professional toolkit of skills required to effectively facilitate an ARC meeting
The zoom link to the follow-up training will be sent to the registered participants one week before the training.
