Responsibility-Centered Discipline

Date: September 19, 2024
Time: 8:30am-3:30pm

Location: WCU at Biltmore Park - Room #346
          28 Schenck Parkway
          Asheville, NC 28803

Fee: $ 50 WRESA Members
     $100 Non-member

**NOTE: We have a No Refund policy for our WRESA courses. However, you are welcome to send a
colleague in your place. Contact LaDonna Sluder at lsluder@wresa.org or 828-774-5681 (ext 102)
if you need to change the name of the person attending

Sponsored  BY:  WRESA and Dogwood Health Grant
200 Ridgefield Court, Suite 206,  Asheville, NC 28806
Phone: 828-774-5681 

Audience: Teachers, Principals, Assistant Principals, and other Educational Leaders
Limit:    65 Participants
CEUs:      6 Contact hours
What to Bring: A charged device 

Back for a second time due to its popularity, this session delves into the challenges of working with difficult students.  Working with demanding, and disruptive students is not a new challenge for educators.  However, there are current concerns being voiced regarding the changing nature and intensity of behaviors of these students.  Some educators are reporting increases in selfish, manipulative, and hostile behaviors while others are noticing more students who are overly anxious and/or difficult to engage.  Even well-season educators can sometimes have their “feathers ruffled” by certain students in certain situations. This seminar is designed to assist all educators with identifying and addressing these and other issues that affect the academic and behavioral progress of the students with whom they work.  This power-packed seminar will provide you with up-to-date insights and strategies for reaching and helping those young people who seem to evoke the strongest feeling of frustration, hurt, and sometimes discouragement in professional educators.  

Presenter: Larry Thompson, M.ED

Our presenter for the day is Larry Thompson. He is often called upon to deliver keynote presentations for state and national education conferences because of his knowledge, humor and passion for assisting today’s students.  He has helped thousands of educators and schools break away from their traditional discipline models to a model that creates a responsible climate and responsible students.  Larry has served in a wide variety of roles in education – from special education teacher to alternative and traditional high school principal.  Larry understands that systems must be created that can be realistically implemented and sustained. 

For additional information/ questions contact April Spencer aspencer@wresa.org

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The Power of X = Y: Teaching Rigorous Mathematical Ideas at Dollar Deals! Grades 8 – 12

Date:     Sept 26, 2024
Time:     9:00am-3:00pm   

Location: WRESA
          200 Ridgefield Ct, Suite 206 
          Asheville, NC 28806

Fee:      $ 90 WRESA Members
          $1500 Non-Members

**NOTE: We have a No Refund policy for our WRESA courses. However, you
are welcome to send a colleague in your place. Contact LaDonna Sluder at
lsluder@wresa.org or 828-774-5681 (ext 102)if you need to change the name
of the person attending.

Audience: All math teachers of Algebra, Statistics, Geometry and Calculus
Facilitators, and Instructional Coaches
CEUs:     5 Contact hours
What to Bring: Your own charged device

You can reach all learners! This workshop is taught by two professionals with extensive
classroom experience in both high school mathematics and special education. We will share,
through exploration of the X=Y linear equation how we develop the conceptual and structural
understanding of algebra for all students. What’s more, we will demonstrate how
these same activities develop and extend student understanding in Advanced Algebra, Statistics,
Geometry, and Calculus. Join us as we explore a “shopping progression” that starts at Dollar Deals
(1 item = 1 dollar) and extends into finding the equation of a line from two points.  We will have
time to plan and explore as well as to discuss critical vocabulary that organizes students’ thinking
and abilities with the critical properties of equality, and the language and power of units. Val
Faulkner and Austin James will be your facilitators for the day.

If you have further questions, contact April Spencer aspencer@wresa.org

If you are unsure whether your school system is a WRESA member, click  WRESA MEMBER List.

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Early Planning for a Successful Retirement – Oct 2024

Date:     October 2, 2024
Time:     9:00am - 3:00pm

LOCATION: WRESA   
          200 Ridgefield Ct, Suite 206
          Asheville, NC 28806

FEE:      $45 WRESA Members
          $70 Non-members 

LIMIT:    40 Participants

This one-day session focuses on teachers/administrators who have taught 0 – 30 years and want assistance with critical retirement information and decision making before they retire.  This session will review the implications and repercussions of early-mid career decisions, laws, policies and processes, benefit options and investment plans.  Whether you are just starting your career or close to the end- you will learn how to maximize your benefits and be ready to make better decisions for the future. The workshop will be conducted by Woody Ayers, April Spencer and Deborah Rapetski.  You will leave the day tired, but much better informed.

If you have questions, contact April at aspencer@wresa.org

If you are unsure whether your school system is a WRESA member, click  WRESA MEMBER List.

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Data Based Individualization MTSS and School Improvement Plans (2 Days)

Date:     Oct 17, 2024 and Dec 5, 2024       
Time:     9:00am – 3:00pm
 
Type:     In-Person

Location: WRESA   
          200 Ridgefield Ct, Suite 206
          Asheville, NC 28806

Fee:      $75  WRESA Members  
          $115 Non-members    

CEUs:     10 Contact Hours 
Limit:    50 Participants
Audience: K-8 MTSS Coordinators/Leads, Administrators, School Improvement Teams

This 2 day course will help support school leadership teams to develop the necessary structures to connect data based individualization, MTSS and school improvement plans. Leadership teams will assess their own structures and create action steps to move school improvement work forward. Instructors will coach teams individually and support the connection between DBI, MTSS and School improvement through the use of the FAM-S and NCStar.

Presenter(s): Elsa Iglesias and Liz Massey from Buncombe County Schools will be your presenters. Elsa is currently the EC Curriculum and Instructional Specialist for Buncombe County Schools, and currently provides PD for teachers in reading and math in her county. Liz Massey is the Multi Tiered System of Support (MTSS) Coordinator of Buncombe County Schools and a Literacy Specialist trained in the Science of Reading.

If you have additional questions, contact April Spencer aspencer@wresa.org

If you are unsure whether your school system is a WRESA member, click  WRESA MEMBER List.   

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Early Planning for a Successful Retirement – Nov 2024

Date:     November 2, 2024  (Note that this is on a SATURDAY)
Time:     9:00am - 3:00pm

LOCATION: WRESA   
          200 Ridgefield Ct, Suite 206
          Asheville, NC 28806

FEE:      $45 WRESA Members
          $70 Non-members 

LIMIT:    40 Participants

This one-day session focuses on teachers/administrators who have taught 0 – 30 years and want assistance with critical retirement information and decision making before they retire.  This session will review the implications and repercussions of early-mid career decisions, laws, policies and processes, benefit options and investment plans.  Whether you are just starting your career or close to the end- you will learn how to maximize your benefits and be ready to make better decisions for the future. The workshop will be conducted by Woody Ayers, April Spencer and Deborah Rapetski.  You will leave the day tired, but much better informed.

If you have questions, contact April at aspencer@wresa.org

If you are unsure whether your school system is a WRESA member, click  WRESA MEMBER List.

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Co-Teaching and Adapting Instruction for Middle School Inclusion Classrooms

Date:     November 6, 2024
Time:     9:00am-3:00pm
Type:     Hybrid   

Location: WRESA
          200 Ridgefield Ct, Suite 206 
          Asheville, NC 28806

Fee:      $120 per team of 2 (WRESA Members Only)  
          Only 1 Registration per Team of 2 (Regular-education teacher + Inclusion Teacher)

**NOTE: We have a No Refund policy for our WRESA courses. However, you are welcome to send a
colleague in your place. Contact LaDonna Sluder at lsluder@wresa.org or 828-774-5681 (ext 102)
if you need to change the name of the person attending.

Audience: Middle School Co-Teaching teams 
Limit:    12 participants (6 teams)
CEUs:     5 Contact hours
What to Bring: Charged device 
Prerequisite:  Training activity: 5-minute online survey

Come spend an interesting and productive day with your co-teaching partner(s). This full-day interactive hybrid workshop takes a lighthearted approach to examining habits, preferences and potential biases that can make or break a team. It also presents engaging, content imbedded strategies in grades 5 – 8 for delivering instruction to the diverse populations that comprise today’s challenging inclusion classrooms. Rick and April will co teach the workshop. Rick will participate via Zoom and April will be in the room with participants. You and your partner will leave this training with a better understanding of yourselves, each other, and your students. Be prepared to interact, participate, and enjoy! This workshop is limited to 6 pairs of co-teachers. You and your coteaching partner must both be present. From the Principal who attended with her school , “Our regular education and special education teachers thoroughly enjoyed this professional development opportunity. Mr. Welsh’s professional development offers countless playbook strategies, and we are already seeing positive impacts on teaching and learning!”

Presenters:  Rick Welsh, Director of Co-Teach America and April Spencer.

If you have additional questions, contact April Spencer aspencer@wresa.org

If you are unsure whether your school system is a WRESA member, click  WRESA MEMBER List.

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Co-Teaching and Adapting Instruction for Elementary Inclusion Classrooms (Grades 2-5)

Date:     November 13, 2024
Time:     9:00am-3:00pm
Type:     Hybrid   

Location: WRESA
          200 Ridgefield Ct, Suite 206 
          Asheville, NC 28806

Fee:      $120 per team of 2 (WRESA Members Only)
          Only 1 Registration per Team of 2 (Regular-education teacher + Inclusion Teacher)

**NOTE: We have a No Refund policy for our WRESA courses. However, you are welcome to send a
colleague in your place. Contact LaDonna Sluder at lsluder@wresa.org or 828-774-5681 (ext 102)
if you need to change the name of the person attending.

Audience: Co-Teaching teams (Grades 2-5)
Limit:    12 participants (6 teams)
CEUs:     5 Contact hours
What to Bring: Charged device 
Prerequisite:  Training activity: 5-minute online survey

Come spend an interesting and productive day with your co-teaching partner(s). This full-day interactive hybrid workshop takes a lighthearted approach to examining habits, preferences and potential biases that can make or break a team. It also presents engaging, content imbedded strategies in grades 2–5 for delivering instruction to the diverse populations that comprise today’s challenging inclusion classrooms. Rick and April will co teach the workshop. Rick will participate via Zoom and April will be in the room with participants. You and your partner will leave this training with a better understanding of yourselves, each other, and your students. Be prepared to interact, participate, and enjoy! This workshop is limited to 6 pairs of co-teachers. You and your coteaching partner must both be present. From a teacher, “We walked away with practices we implemented the following week, making our co-teaching practices much more intentional. “

Presenters:  Rick Welsh, Director of Co-Teach America and April Spencer.

If you have additional questions, contact April Spencer aspencer@wresa.org

If you are unsure whether your school system is a WRESA member, click  WRESA MEMBER List.

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Business Externships

Experience our Businesses Virtually:

Virtual Career Exploration

Name Type
Andy Taylor FordAutomotive
Army National GuardMilitary Services
Bascom GalleryNonprofit-Arts
Blue Ridge Mountain ElectricElectric/Broadband
Deal FarmsAgriculture
Doug Taylor Electrical ContractingContracting
Eastern Band of the Cherokee Indians Office of Natural ResourcesGovernment
Harris Regional HospitalHealthcare
Highlands Aerial ParkOutdoor Recreation
John C. Campbell Folk SchoolNonprofit-Arts
Kanini's Restaurant and CateringHospitality, Restaurant
Laurel Ridge Country ClubHospitality
Mainspring Conservation TrustNonprofit-environmental
Nantahala Outdoor CenterRecreation
Rikki Tikki TeesRetail, manufacturing
Sunburst TroutRetail, Agriculture
TekToneManufacturing
Wehrloom Honey and MeaderyRetail, Manufacturing, Agriculture
Ward's Plumbing and HeatingHome Services

Andy Shaw Ford Career Spotlight

 

Andy Shaw Ford Virtual Tour 

PowerPoint Andy Shaw Ford

 

Army National Guard Career Spotlight

 

PowerPoint Army National Guard

 

The Bascom

PowerPoint The Bascom Gallery

 

BRMEMC Career Spotlight

 

PowerPoint BRMEMC

 

Deal Family Farms

PowerPoint   Deal Farms

Doug Taylor Electric, LLC

PowerPoint Doug Taylor Electric

 

EBCI Natural Resources Career Spotlight

 

PowerPoint    Eastern Band of the Cherokee Indians Office of Natural Resources

Harris Hospital Career Spotlight

PowerPoint Harris Regional Hospital

Highlands Aerial Career Spotlight

PowerPoint   Highlands Ariel Park

John C Campbell Folk School Career Spotlight

 

PowerPoint John C. Campbell Folk School

 

Kanini’s Restaurant and Catering Spotlight Tour

 

Kanini’s Restaurant Virtual Tour

PowerPoint Kanini’s Restaurant

 

Laurel Ridge Country Club and Event Center Career Spotlight

 

PowerPoint Laurel Ridge Country Club

 

Mainspring Career Spotlight

 

PowerPoint  Mainspring Conservation Trust

 

Murphy Rehabilitation & Nursing Career Spotlight

 

Murphy Rehabilitation and Nursing Virtual Tour

NOC Career Spotlight

 

NOC Virtual Tour

 

PowerPoint Nantahala Outdoor Center

Rikki Tikki Tees

PowerPoint Rikki Tikki Tees

 

Sunburst Trout Farms Career Spotlight

PowerPoint   Sunburst Trout

Tektone Career Spotlight

Tektone Virtual Tour

PowerPoint TekTone Sound

Ward Plumbing, Heating & Air Career Spotlight

Ward Plumbing, Heating & Air Virtual Tour

 

PowerPoint Ward Plumbing, Heating, & Air

 

Wehrloom Honey and Meadery

Video Coming Soon

PowerPoint The Original Wehrloom Honey and Meadery

AI: Artificial Intelligence Questions Examined Through “Klara and the Sun” Book Study

Type:  Online and Self-Paced

Cost:  $45 - WRESA Members
       $70 - Non-members 

Credits: 10 Contact Hours

We will examine areas of thought related to the use of artificial intelligence through the use of a fictional story “Klara and The Sun” by Kazuo Ishiguro. This book examines a fictional scenario involving an “Artificial Friend” and her family. You will submit your responses to questions based upon the 5 sections of the book. This is self paced. You will be responsible for purchasing the book.

For more information, please contact Jan Webster at jwebster@wresa.org

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ACT Prep Course for Students – Online

Cost:  $75

Type:  Online & Ongoing

Authors: Donna and Martin Talbert

Our online course is designed to prepare high school students to have a successful ACT experience. This approach presents students in the 9th, 10th, or 11th grade information and resources in the same order that the ACT test is administered: English, Math, Reading, Science, & Writing. Also, over 100 video lessons are included.

Students will have access to this course for one year from the time of purchase.

If you have questions about registering for the course, contact Richard Gabriel at rgabriel@wresa.org.  If you have questions about the ACT Prep course, you may contact the Talberts at postcardsfromhistory@gmail.com.

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