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2022 Innovate and Inspire With STEM Webinars Registration
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Oops! You need to be logged in to use this form.WNC Education Career Fair 2022
When: April 5, 2022
Time: 9:00am - 12:00 noon
Location: Asheville Event Centre
291 Sweeten Creek Rd.
Asheville, NC
Why Teach In The North Carolina Mountains?
- Nineteen progressive school systems from which to choose
- Proven track record of high student achievement
- Ample opportunity for professional growth
- Competitive salary and benefits
- Wholesome, varied lifestyle for you and your family
Participating School Systems & Charter Schools May Include:
Asheville City, Buncombe County, Cherokee County, Cherokee Central, Clay County, Graham County, Haywood County, Henderson County, Jackson County, Macon County, Madison County, McDowell County, Mitchell County, Polk County, Rutherford County, Swain County, Transylvania County, Yancey County
Areas of Critical Need: High School Math, Science, and Special Education
Licensure Information will be available in a google document which you will receive in an email closer to the date of the event.
Please contact Candie Sellers at csellers@wresa.org or 828-774-5681 ext. 104 for more information regarding contacting schools for job opportunities.
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Better Brains Conference
Date: February 11, 2022
Time: 9:00am to 3:00pm
Type: In-person
Location: NCCAT
276 NCCAT Dr
Cullowhee, NC 28723
Cost: No Cost thanks to Dogwood Health Trust
Credit: 6 Contact Hours
This conference will include the following sessions:
- Emotional Wellness
- Dealing with Anxiety
- Motivating Students
- Restorative Practices
- 3-signature Practices
and many, many more!!!
For any questions, you may contact Carol Douglas at cdouglas@wresa.org
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The Intersection of Mental Health Services and Students with Disabilities
Date: December 9, 2021
Time: 8:30am - 11:00am
Location: Virtual (a link will be sent to you close to the date of the event)
Cost: WRESA MEMBERS ONLY:
$75 - Individual
$300 - District (Need One Primary Contact)
Audience: Administrators (new and experienced)
Employees involved in Title IX process and student mental health counselors and social workers
Credit: Individuals: - 2.5 Contact Hours
School Districts: Each district is responsible for issuing CEUs to their staff attendees
Presenter: Chris Campbell, Campbell and Shatley PLLC
This session is for all new and experienced administrators, and all EC and 504 personnel. Mr. Campbell will cover the relationship between state mental health services and federal education laws. He will also review parent requests for private service providers to come into schools and parent requests for private school placement. Time for questions will be provided. If you have questions, email Candie Sellers at csellers@wresa.org
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Tier One Practices: Engaging All K-5 students in Learning
Date: December 2, 2021
Time: 9:00am – 11:00am
Type: Virtual Webinar (A link will be sent to you close to the time of the event)
Fee: WRESA Members: Free thanks to the Dogwood Trust
Non-Members: $45
*** Includes HyperDoc for your use later
Audience: K-5 Teachers
Credit: 3 Contact Hours
This two-hour virtual workshop with Dr. Connie Kamm will focus on engaging, inclusive, and evidence-based practices to support whole-class learning and individual student success. During this two-hour interactive virtual workshop, educators will explore how to implement Tier 1 practices including: feedback, error corrections, monitoring and assessing student progress by gathering real time data and articulating clear goals and expected outcomes. There will be a HyperDoc provided that is perfect to use for additional professional learning sessions, faculty meetings, teacher-based teamwork, and individual reflections. The HyperDoc will contain evidence-based practices, videos of classrooms in action, interviews with teachers, as well as an interactive literature review. If you have additional questions email April Spencer aspencer@wresa.org
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Amie Dean – Behavior Interventions that Work
Date: January 28, 2022
Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm
Type: Virtual Webinar (A link will be sent to you close to the time of the event)
Fee: WRESA Members: Free thanks to the Dogwood Trust
Non-Members: $45
Audience: K-12 Teachers
Credit: 3 Contact Hours
Do you have a plan for what to do when a student doesn’t comply with your request? Do you want to avoid power struggles with challenging students? Amie Dean, the Behavior Queen, is returning to offer behavior strategies that work. Whether you are a beginning teacher or a veteran, there will be something for everyone. This session will guide you in developing a preventative plan for handling issues from low level distractions to more chronic behaviors. You will reflect on your current practices, learn the purpose of behavior, how to respond vs. react, and how to reboot your current systems to support student behavior and GAIN instructional minutes. This is a practical, strategy filled session with concrete steps you can implement immediately to help students – and yourself. A link will be sent to you close to the time of the webinar. If you have any questions please contact April Spencer aspencer@wresa.org
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Literacy and STEM (part 1) – March 2022
Date: March 14, 2022
Time: 9:00am – 3:00pm
Location: Mountain Horticultural Crops Research and Extension Center
455 Research Drive
Mills River, NC 28759
Cost: $65 - WRESA Members
$85 - Non-Members
Audience: 3rd-12th grade teachers
Credit: 5 Contact Hours
The world of STEM provides a rich environment that motivates children to want to learn more. Children often prefer reading about spiders and dinosaurs to fictional characters. STEM activities help students build vocabulary, incorporate problem-solving skills, and analyze complex text with real-world applications. Maximize classroom time by integrating literacy with the natural connections of STEM disciplines. Experience lessons that give students a desire to read, promote problem solving, and model strategies to cultivate reading comprehension. Join us as we explore tons of literacy strategies connected to STEM. This workshop is presented by The Science House of NCSU. If you have questions about the workshop, contact Michelle Benigno (828-206-3014 / mtbenign@ncsu.edu). If you have questions about registration, contact LaDonna Sluder at WRESA (lsluder@wresa.org).
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STEM to Your Doorstep – February 2022
Date: February 2, 2022
Time: 9:00am – 3:00pm
Location: Mountain Horticultural Crops Research and Extension Center
455 Research Drive
Mills River, NC 28759
Cost: $65 - WRESA Members
$85 - Non-Members
Audience: K-12th grade teachers
Credit: 5 Contact Hours
K-12 Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics teachers, what do you need to boost the STEM curriculum in your schools? How about free access to technology, resources, and lab materials for use in the classroom? Now, the real question is how can you make this happen? You can participate in a day of training presented by The Science House of NC State University. You will use MacBooks, LabQuests, and various probes to explore science and math concepts. After the training session, you will be eligible to participate in the equipment loan program through The Mountain Satellite Office of The Science House. Participants will be trained on equipment use and equipment implementation through the use of grade-level activities. If you have questions about the workshop, contact Michelle Benigno (828-206-3014 / mtbenign@ncsu.edu). If you have questions about registration, contact LaDonna Sluder at WRESA (lsluder@wresa.org).
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Scientific Literacy: Navigating Digital Media in Science
Dates: January 24, 2022 to January 27, 2022
Location: 276 NCCAT Drive
Cullowhee, NC 28723
Cost: Free if selected
In an increasingly digital world, we are inundated with media and information. Through literacy tools and activities, learn how to help students navigate and utilize digital literacy to understand grade-related science topics and expand their critical thinking skills. Participants will explore author and personal bias as well as common scientific misconceptions. Take home templates and protocols to assist in guiding these conversations with students. Learn how to strengthen understanding of grades 5-12 science standards by weaving together hands-on lessons, problem-solving, and curriculum designed by the National Center for Science Education. If you have questions about the workshop, contact Michelle Benigno (828-206-3014 / mtbenign@ncsu.edu).