Author: Webster

Date:  February 27, 2018

Time:  9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Location: Asheville Event Center

Registration Fee:   $70

The author of Fall Down 7 Times , Get up 8 , Debbie Silvers, has a new book that demonstrates how SEL instruction can be woven into all subject areas at every level of K-12 education. She will present what SEL friendly classrooms look like and will provide a wealth of strategies and tools for educators who want to teach beyond the standards. As Rick Wormeli says, “Educators are going to see factors at play in academic learning that they didn’t perceive before, and they will discover tools they never knew they had.”  Come spend the day with Debbie Silvers as she helps us boost many of the skills our students and our world requires most now. The fee includes lunch and her new book, Teaching Kids to Thrive. For more information, contact April at aspencer@wresa.org, 828.774.5681, ext. 20.   Contact Hours: 5

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Date:  February 8, 2020  (Saturday)

Time:  9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Location:  WRESA

Registration Fee: $45

Limited to 22 participants

This session will explore the standards for all Components – – taking a deep dive at how those standards apply to the requirements for the components as well as a close reading of the directions and requirements for completion of each of the Components.  In Component 2 we will examine how candidates individualize student work. For Component 3, candidates will review what makes good discourse for both small and large group discussion. Videoing tips and techniques will also be offered.  A look at Component 4 entails how teachers utilize data for formative, self and summative assessment, effectively impact student learning.

Attendees will review how to make use of the scoring rubric as they work on their submissions.

Participants should bring their own devices or printed copies of the National Board Standards and directions for all Components for their National Board Certificate Area.  Lynn Carter will lead this workshop.  For more information, contact April at aspencer@wresa.org.   Contact Hours:  5

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DATE:  February 18, 2020

TIME:  9:00 am – 3:00  pm

LOCATION:  WRESA

REGISTRATION FEE:  $110 (Includes Books)

REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  February 7, 2020 (Books must be ordered)

GRADES:  K-5

 Students are never too old for picture books. Many of the newest picture books are appropriate for students of any age. This session will introduce participants to some of the newest and most engaging picture books that can be used as read-alouds to engage readers and writers in each of the subject areas. A balanced reading and literature program requires that students experience a variety of literary forms and genres. Teaching strategies will be modeled for helping students gain independence in reading for aesthetic and personal response, for information, and for critical analysis and evaluation. Session will be led by Candie Sellers, Elementary Coordinator at WRESA.  Each participant will receive a collection of five picture books, as well as strategies to help meet the goals and objectives across the curriculum. (This is a good session for acquiring reading CEUs.)  If you have questions, contact Candie Sellers, at csellers@wresa.org or 828.774.5681, ext. 26.  Contact Hours: 5

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Grades K-12
Classroom Teachers (Content Teachers needing Literacy CEUs)
Date: January 23, 2018
Time: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Location: WRESA
Registration Fee: $45
Registration Deadline: January 19, 2018
LIMITED TO 20 PARTICIPANTS
Do you want to learn more about how the effect of music and the integration of literacy can be
used to help students understand the different concepts being taught in your class?  Join us
for this workshop as we will explore different ways to incorporate music, literacy, and technology in
your classroom to help make your lessons become more engaging and meaningful for your students.
(This is a good session for acquiring literacy CEUs.) If you have questions, please contact Candie
Sellers at csellers@wresa.org or 828.774.5681, ext. 26. Contact Hours: 5

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Space Apps Challenge 2020 – Save the Date

Smoky Mountain STEM Collaborative 

NASA Space Apps Challenge

Date: Oct. 2-4, 2020, location TBD, cost is free

Save the Date!

The Purpose of the Space Apps Challenge is to: inspire collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking; foster interest in Earth and space science exploration; raise awareness of NASA data around the world and encourage growth and diversity of the next generation of scientists, technologists, designers, engineers and artists This two day hackathon is open to all ages, those under 13 must have a parent with them at all times, however. Check out our event page from 2019 here: https://2019.spaceappschallenge.org/locations/sylva-nc/

If you have questions, contact Randi Neff (828-339-4357/ r_neff@southwesterncc.edu) Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/WNCSpaceApps #WNCSpaceAppChallenge

Grades 3-5 NCMAST (Leanne Daughtry and Dr. Jennifer Curtis)

Cost:$85

Location: WRESA

Date: December 12, 2017

Promote a positive mathematics identity for each and every student through differentiation and a growth-mindset. Learn how to incorporate strategies for promoting a growth mindset and encouraging positive identities in your students, your colleagues, your parents, guardians and communities-at-large through problem solving, belief systems, and strategies for successful differentiation in the mathematics classroom and beyond.

Participants will implement research-based findings and strategies throughout this one day session, building upon previous knowledge and practices.

Session will focus on:

• Problem-solving for all students
• How teachers can assure there are entry-points for every student
• What to do when students struggle with problems and mathematics in general
• Strategies for working with parents
• Sample activities to use immediately in the classroom
• Promoting a growth mindset in the classroom, with colleagues, and parents/guardians
• Assuring access, equity, and opportunities to learn through cultivation of positive mathematics identities

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Date:  February 13, 2018

Time:  9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Location: Habitat for Humanity, 33 Meadow Road, Asheville, NC  28803

Registration Fee: $55

LIMITED TO 50 PARTICIPANTS

Kaye Randall is a national presenter who will help us recognize, reach and refer students prone for violence, suicide and self-destructive behavior. She is the author of several books and is the former Director for SC Center of Child and Family Studies. She will provide straight forward insights, innovative strategies and “how to handle” tips for real cases in classrooms and schools. Participants will develop an understanding of critical mental health issues in a way that will help both educators and students in their classrooms and their schools. For more information, contact April Spencer at aspencer@wresa.org, 828.774.5681 ext. 20.  Contact Hours: 5

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