Michele KaneGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
Registration through Huntley District #158. Call Liza Campbell at 847/659-4918. Participants in this class will gain an understanding and rationale for classroom differentiation for regular, special education, and gifted learners. The class will explore facets of differentiation as well as instructional strategies. Student readiness, interest, and learning profiles will be explored. Issues of classroom climate, flexible grouping, assessment and grading will be addressed. Emphasis will be placed on practical techniques for differentiating classroom lessons for all levels of learners and on developing a differentiated unit/lesson of study.
Topic: Early identification of students struggling with core content is critical, and calls for educators to provide early and effective interventions. Technology may be a viable intervention for some students. This session will look at local research on different technology solutions that target reading, writing and math to determine their effectiveness for struggling students. ***This meeting will be collaborative with time allocated for discussion and questions
The most recent revision of the Health Life Safety Handbook and additional current Life Safety information will be the basis of this one-day course. Upon completion participants will understand: the School Construction Process, the Annual Building Inspection, the Ten-Year Survey report, the Health/Life Safety Amendment Process, Temporary Facilities, the Condemnation/Demolition Process and other current life-safety related topics. Relevant new codes and interpretations will be highlighted.
Deb Dempsey & Melissa RomeroAdministrators' Academy
Homelessness affects more than a million students across the nation. There are 45,000 - 65,000 homeless children and youth identified by the Chicago Homeless Coalition throughout Chicago and the suburbs, yet only 18,000 students were reported through IWAS to the ISBE in 2006. The challenge of getting an education - even enrolling in school - daunts students of all ages despite strong federal and state laws and policies guaranteeing their enrollment and access to school. This workshop will offer a comprehensive array of information about homelessness and how to identify, enroll and assist homeless students and their families. ADMINISTRATORS' ACADEMY credit available; however any educator any attend.
***Please note $10 Registration fee is non-refundable.*** Sessions are divided into elementary and secondary sections in separate rooms. Topics: • Rejuvenating yourself and your classroom
• Keeping "the lid on" and keeping it fresh through the end of the year
This course provides a non-judgmental language for exploring the different communication styles and behavioral issues across four primary dimensions. The content is designed to help improve communication and to ease frustration and conflict so school administrators and team leaders are more effective in their roles.
A detailed personalized Personal Profile Report® is provided for each administrator, which will be completed online prior to the workshop. The report for the assessment provides a non-biased view of the administrator’s communication style, behaviors and a view of how others may see them. ADMINISTRATORS’ ACADEMY credit available, but any educator may attend.
This meeting is designed to give "techs" an opportunity to network with each other. Topics will be: 1) Representative from the IlliniCloud will explain what it is and how it works; 2) Representative from the Illinois Attorney General's Office to speak about of Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Open Meetings Act (OMA); 3) Break out sessions with peers to discuss like issues; 4) Using Cell Phones as a Teaching Tool; 5) 1 to 1 Computing - Technical Support Issues and 6) Any other items.
Lunch will be provided.
This course will provide administrators with the knowledge and skills to supervise and evaluate certified staff (administrators, teachers & school service personnel). Public school administrators who evaluate certified staff are required by state law (105 ILCS 5/24A) to complete this course prior to beginning any evaluations. This course includes a pre-instruction reading and writing assignment and a post-instruction application/dissemination component assignment.
Early identification of students struggling with core content is critical, and calls for educators to provide early and effective interventions. Technology may be a viable intervention for some students. This session will look at local research on 14 different technology solutions that target reading, writing and math to determine their effectiveness for struggling students.
Dozens of teachers in north-central Illinois are extensively utilizing and collecting data on technology solutions for struggling students throughout the 2009-2010 school year. At this conference, educators will share their experiences and assessment of the effectiveness of the technology.
Programs include: A+nyWhere Learning System, Ascend Math, Education 2020, FLRT - A Fluent Reading Trainer, HELP Math, iLearn Math, Key Skills, Lexia, My Reading Coach, Orchard, Reading Plus, Smart Tutor, Study Island, and Symphony Math.
ADMINISTRATORS' ACADEMY credit available; however all educators are encouraged to attend.
Participants will learn seven technologies of the Read and Write Web that will move educators to think differently about technology's potential for strengthening students' critical thinking, writing, reflection, and interactive learning. This workshop will train administrators how to use the Web in order to bring new learning formats into the classroom. Participants will learn how to apply these tools in the classroom in order to engage students in the world of information and interactive learning through technology. ADMINISTRATORS' ACADEMY credit available, however, any educator may attend.
Participants will learn seven technologies of the Read and Write Web that will move educators to think differently about technology's potential for strengthening students' critical thinking, writing, reflection, and interactive learning. This workshop will train administrators how to use the Web in order to bring new learning formats into the classroom. Participants will learn how to apply these tools in the classroom in order to engage students in the world of information and interactive learning through technology. ADMINISTRATORS' ACADEMY credit available, however, any educator may attend.
Sandi HeffelfingerGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
The Illinois State Board of Education invites ALL public classroom teachers to deepen their understanding of how to teach and reach gifted and talented students. This gifted seminar is a 45 hour course of study replacing the former "Gifted Education Institute." This training is a combination of 15 hours of face-to-face participation and 30 hours of independent work using a USB drive which will be provided to each participant. The training consists of the following modules: Overview and Perspectives, Knowing the Gifted, Differentiation, and Gifted Models for the classroom. Two books will be given to participants: “Achieving Excellence Educating the Gifted and Talented” by Frances Karnes & Kristen Stephens and “Differentiation: Simplified, Realistic, and Effective” Bertie Kingore. LEARN HOW TO MEET THE NEEDS OF ALL STUDENTS IN YOUR CLASSROOM. *** A $200 deposit is required in our office by May 1, 2010 in order to confirm your seat. If the deposit is not received your seat will be released. If the workshop is taken for graduate credit the deposit will be used to cover that cost. For participants who do not wish to take the course for credit the deposit will be returned after completion of all course requirements. Upon completion of all course requirements participants will receive a $250 stipend. Note: Private and parochial school teachers who hold a teaching certificate are eligible to enroll in the Gifted Education Seminar. Please contact the KIDS office for further information on the enrollment criteria and registration procedure.
Sally WalkerGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
The Illinois State Board of Education invites ALL public classroom teachers to deepen their understanding of how to teach and reach gifted and talented students. This gifted seminar is a 45 hour course of study replacing the former "Gifted Education Institute." This training is a combination of 15 hours of face-to-face participation and 30 hours of independent work using a USB drive which will be provided to each participant. The training consists of the following modules: Overview and Perspectives, Knowing the Gifted, Differentiation, and Gifted Models for the classroom. Two books will be given to participants: "Achieving Excellence Educating the Gifted and Talented" by Frances Karnes & Kristen Stephens and "Differentiation: Simplified, Realistic, and Effective" by Bertie Kingore. LEARN HOW TO MEET THE NEEDS OF ALL STUDENTS IN YOUR CLASSROOM. *** A $200 deposit is required in our office by May 1, 2010 in order to confirm your seat. If the deposit is not received your seat will be released. If the workshop is taken for graduate credit the deposit will be used to cover that cost. For participants who do not wish to take the course for credit the deposit will be returned after completion of all course requirements. Upon completion of all course requirements participants will receive a $250 stipend. Note: Private and parochial school teachers who hold a teaching certificate are eligible to enroll in the Gifted Education Seminar. Please contact the KIDS office for further information on the enrollment criteria and registration procedure.
Attend the Keynote and Closing address while satisfying your Administrator Academy requirement.
Description:
School leaders are under great pressure to produce “right brain” outcomes of student achievement. At the same time, current research reflects the growing need to develop “whole brain” capacity if students are going to be able to succeed in the emerging global economy. Daniel Pink’s new book, A Whole New Mind, offers tools and strategies for the application of knowledge, creativity and innovation to the needs of America in a global economy. In this workshop, participants will learn strategies that can assist in teaching core academics for at-risk students, bright but disengaged students who tend to drop out of school, and students who must be prepared to deal with life by operation from both sides of the brain. This academy will look at the trends that are changing America’s role in the global economy, the Six Senses for Right Brain Thinking, how to lead schools in integrating those senses with left brain application and bring the whole new mind to bear on both just-in-time learning and life-long learning. ADMINISTRATORS' ACADEMY credit available, however, any educator may attend.
Sandi HeffelfingerGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
The Illinois State Board of Education invites ALL public classroom teachers to deepen their understanding of how to teach and reach gifted and talented students. This gifted seminar is a 45 hour course of study replacing the former "Gifted Education Institute." This training is a combination of 36 hours of face-to-face participation and 9 hours of independent work using a USB drive which will be provided to each participant. The training consists of the following modules: Overview and Perspectives, Knowing the Gifted, Differentiation, and Gifted Models for the classroom. Two books will be given to participants: “Achieving Excellence Educating the Gifted and Talented” by Frances Karnes & Kristen Stephens and “Differentiation: Simplified, Realistic, and Effective” by Bertie Kingore. LEARN HOW TO MEET THE NEEDS OF ALL STUDENTS IN YOUR CLASSROOM. *** A $200 deposit is required in our office by May 1, 2010 in order to confirm your seat. If the deposit is not received your seat will be released. If the workshop is taken for graduate credit the deposit will be used to cover that cost. For participants who do not wish to take the course for credit the deposit will be returned after completion of all course requirements. Upon completion of all course requirements participants will receive a $250 stipend. Note: Private and parochial school teachers who hold a teaching certificate are eligible to enroll in the Gifted Education Seminar. Please contact the KIDS office for further information on the enrollment criteria and registration procedure.
Liza CampbellGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
The Illinois State Board of Education invites ALL public classroom teachers to deepen their understanding of how to teach and reach gifted and talented students. This gifted seminar is a 45 hour course of study replacing the former "Gifted Education Institute." This training is a combination of 36 hours of face-to-face participation and 9 hours of independent work using a USB drive which will be provided to each participant. The training consists of the following modules: Overview and Perspectives, Knowing the Gifted, Differentiation, and Gifted Models for the classroom. Two books will be given to participants: "Achieving Excellence Educating the Gifted and Talented" by Frances Karnes & Kristen Stephens and "Differentiation: Simplified, Realistic, and Effective" by Bertie Kingore. LEARN HOW TO MEET THE NEEDS OF ALL STUDENTS IN YOUR CLASSROOM. *** A $200 deposit is required in our office by May 1, 2010 in order to confirm your seat. If the deposit is not received your seat will be released. If the workshop is taken for graduate credit the deposit will be used to cover that cost. For participants who do not wish to take the course for credit the deposit will be returned after completion of all course requirements. Upon completion of all course requirements participants will receive a $250 stipend. Note: Private and parochial school teachers who hold a teaching certificate are eligible to enroll in the Gifted Education Seminar. Please contact the KIDS office for further information on the enrollment criteria and registration procedure.
Susan Bohn / Dan BohnGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
An interactive whiteboard is much more than a replacement for a chalkboard or overhead projector! The training will use presentation, demonstration, discovery learning, guided practice, discussion, and hands-on laboratory sessions, and will include the following topics: basic whiteboard setup and use; creation of original student-centered lessons, projects, and multimedia activities (interactive pictures and pull-tab frames); instruction on recording a whiteboard presentation for playback; and using a wireless slate with their students. Ultimately, the goal of this course is to show how an interactive whiteboard can involve students in more dynamic lessons. SmartBoards will be used; however content can be applied to other whiteboard models.
Participants will need to bring a usb flash drive.
(Participants who took Taking it to the Board: Level I and/or Level II in the summer of 2009 for graduate credit will NOT be eligible for graduate credit in this course.)
This workshop will explore the changes and new features with the new 2007 version of Office with an emphasis on Word & PowerPoint. We will go over the “ribbons” and their changing jobs as you work thru a document/presentation. We will cover smart art, task panes & more.
Prerequisite: Comfortable using Windows & a mouse, with some experience using 2003 or older version of Word and/or PowerPoint.
Christopher Bernd, Discovery Center StaffGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
Design, construct, and launch solid fuel model rockets and take your science teaching to new heights - literally! In this course, you will build 3 different rockets: two of which you will make completely from scratch. Go home with a complete launch system and the know-how you need to bring this exciting activity to your students. Topics include: safety, physics, construction techniques, material selection, guidance and recovery systems, data collection and presentation, and resources. This course may count toward a science endorsement, subject to transcript review by ISBE.
For more information and to register, call Discovery Center Museum at 815-963-6769 or download registration form at www.DiscoveryCenterMuseum.org.
Linda LanphierGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
The Illinois State Board of Education invites ALL public classroom teachers to deepen their understanding of how to teach and reach gifted and talented students. This gifted seminar is a 45 hour course of study replacing the former "Gifted Education Institute." This training is a combination of 24 hours of face-to-face participation and 21 hours of independent work using a USB drive which will be provided to each participant. The training consists of the following modules: Overview and Perspectives, Knowing the Gifted, Differentiation, and Gifted Models for the classroom. Two books will be given to participants: “Achieving Excellence Educating the Gifted and Talented” by Frances Karnes & Kristen Stephens and “Differentiation: Simplified, Realistic, and Effective” by Bertie Kingore. LEARN HOW TO MEET THE NEEDS OF ALL STUDENTS IN YOUR CLASSROOM. *** A $200 deposit is required in our office by January 15, 2010 in order to confirm your seat. If the deposit is not received your seat will be released. If the workshop is taken for graduate credit the deposit will be used to cover that cost. For participants who do not wish to take the course for credit the deposit will be returned after completion of all course requirements. Upon completion of all course requirements participants will receive a $250 stipend. Note: Private and parochial school teachers who hold a teaching certificate are eligible to enroll in the Gifted Education Seminar. Please contact the KIDS office for further information on the enrollment criteria and registration procedure.
Judy CurrierGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
The Illinois State Board of Education invites ALL public classroom teachers to deepen their understanding of how to teach and reach gifted and talented students. This gifted seminar is a 45 hour course of study replacing the former "Gifted Education Institute." This training is a combination of 15 hours of face-to-face participation and 30 hours of independent work using a USB drive which will be provided to each participant. The training consists of the following modules: Overview and Perspectives, Knowing the Gifted, Differentiation, and Gifted Models for the classroom. Two books will be given to participants: “Achieving Excellence Educating the Gifted and Talented” by Frances Karnes & Kristen Stephens and “Differentiation: Simplified, Realistic, and Effective” Bertie Kingore. LEARN HOW TO MEET THE NEEDS OF ALL STUDENTS IN YOUR CLASSROOM. *** A $200 deposit is required in our office by May 1, 2010 in order to confirm your seat. If the deposit is not received your seat will be released. If the workshop is taken for graduate credit the deposit will be used to cover that cost. For participants who do not wish to take the course for credit the deposit will be returned after completion of all course requirements. Upon completion of all course requirements participants will receive a $250 stipend. Note: Private and parochial school teachers who hold a teaching certificate are eligible to enroll in the Gifted Education Seminar. Please contact the KIDS office for further information on the enrollment criteria and registration procedure.
The course will draw upon concepts related to using differentiated instruction as a school improvement strategy to improve the achievement of all students. The rationale is to engage participants in interactive learning sessions utilizing research-grounded study to explore the topic of differentiation and its necessity in the schools. A process for implementing differentiated instruction will be shared. Participants will develop a school wide professional development plan for getting started with or maintaining differentiation. ADMINISTRATORS’ ACADEMY credit available, however any educator may attend.
Dodie MerrittGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
Participants in this class will gain an understanding and rationale for classroom differentiation for regular, special education, and gifted learners. The class will explore facets of differentiation as well as instructional strategies. Student readiness, interest, and learning profiles will be explored. Issues of classroom climate, flexible grouping, assessment and grading will be addressed. Emphasis will be placed on practical techniques for differentiating classroom lessons for all levels of learners and on developing a differentiated unit/lesson of study.
Linda LanphierGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
The Illinois State Board of Education invites ALL public classroom teachers to deepen their understanding of how to teach and reach gifted and talented students. This gifted seminar is a 45 hour course of study replacing the former "Gifted Education Institute." This training is a combination of 15 hours of face-to-face participation and 30 hours of independent work using a USB drive which will be provided to each participant. The training consists of the following modules: Overview and Perspectives, Knowing the Gifted, Differentiation, and Gifted Models for the classroom. Two books will be given to participants: “Achieving Excellence Educating the Gifted and Talented” by Frances Karnes & Kristen Stephens and “Differentiation: Simplified, Realistic, and Effective” by Bertie Kingore. LEARN HOW TO MEET THE NEEDS OF ALL STUDENTS IN YOUR CLASSROOM. *** A $200 deposit is required in our office by January 15, 2010 in order to confirm your seat. If the deposit is not received your seat will be released. If the workshop is taken for graduate credit the deposit will be used to cover that cost. For participants who do not wish to take the course for credit the deposit will be returned after completion of all course requirements. Upon completion of all course requirements participants will receive a $250 stipend. Note: Private and parochial school teachers who hold a teaching certificate are eligible to enroll in the Gifted Education Seminar. Please contact the KIDS office for further information on the enrollment criteria and registration procedure.
Learn how to navigate through the Thinkfinity website and find excellent resources for literacy, science, math, social studies, social-emotional & culture.
Hundreds of teachers use Thinkfinity. Here's why:
• Free, exciting, top-quality materials
• Quick, accessible and easy to use
• Content created by trusted experts and leading educators
• Thousands of standards-based lesson plans
• Valuable professional development opportunities
Susan Bohn / Dan BohnGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
An interactive whiteboard is much more than a replacement for a chalkboard or overhead projector! The training will use presentation, demonstration, discovery learning, guided practice, discussion, and hands-on laboratory sessions, and will include the following topics: basic whiteboard setup and use; creation of original student-centered lessons, projects, and multimedia activities (interactive pictures and pull-tab frames); instruction on recording a whiteboard presentation for playback; and using a wireless slate with their students. Ultimately, the goal of this course is to show how an interactive whiteboard can involve students in more dynamic lessons. SmartBoards will be used; however content can be applied to other whiteboard models.
Participants will need to bring a usb flash drive.
(Participants who took Taking it to the Board: Level I and/or Level II in the summer of 2009 for graduate credit will NOT be eligible for graduate credit in this course.)
Rich Gurnett / Angela EllisGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
Effective teachers know that the number one factor determining student learning is classroom management using a proactive approach. Find out how to foster student involvement and cooperation in all classroom activities, while establishing a productive working environment. Participants will: be able to prepare the climate for effective classroom management; be able to recognize and implement effective and "best" practices in teaching; learn brain compatible strategies for helping students learn more effectively; be able to establish effective student rapport and cooperation. All teachers will benefit from the brain based research and classroom tested activities.
This class is for those that want to become familiar with Excel tools using 2007. This class will cover Excel basics, formatting, editing, formulas and charts. We will spend time working on the new 2007 setup with “ribbons” and how to manipulate data. Classroom applications will be used as practice to give you ideas on how to use Excel in your classroom.
Pre-requisites: Proficient using a mouse & familiar with Windows.
Corine Sasso, Discovery Center StaffGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
Build and use the astronomy tools to study stars. Use daytime techniques to learn about the night sky. Topics include stellar evolution, constellations, planets, sun, moon, star maps, telescopes, tools of the trade, space exploration and resources. Plus, we can supply enough materials for you to repeat these activities with with your class. For more information and to register, call Discovery Center Museum at 815-963-6769 or download registration from at www.DiscoveryCenterMuseum.org.
Judy CurrierGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
The Illinois State Board of Education invites ALL public classroom teachers to deepen their understanding of how to teach and reach gifted and talented students. This gifted seminar is a 45 hour course of study replacing the former "Gifted Education Institute." This training is a combination of 36 hours of face-to-face participation and 9 hours of independent work using a USB drive which will be provided to each participant. The training consists of the following modules: Overview and Perspectives, Knowing the Gifted, Differentiation, and Gifted Models for the classroom. Two books will be given to participants: "Achieving Excellence Educating the Gifted and Talented" by Frances Karnes & Kristen Stephens and "Differentiation: Simplified, Realistic, and Effective" by Bertie Kingore. LEARN HOW TO MEET THE NEEDS OF ALL STUDENTS IN YOUR CLASSROOM. *** A $200 deposit is required in our office by May 1, 2010 in order to confirm your seat. If the deposit is not received your seat will be released. If the workshop is taken for graduate credit the deposit will be used to cover that cost. For participants who do not wish to take the course for credit the deposit will be returned after completion of all course requirements. Upon completion of all course requirements participants will receive a $250 stipend. Note: Private and parochial school teachers who hold a teaching certificate are eligible to enroll in the Gifted Education Seminar. Please contact the KIDS office for further information on the enrollment criteria and registration procedure.
The focus of this course is on ways to help teachers reflect more about their own teaching through the conference process associated with the evaluation or supervision of teaching performance. Various conferencing models that focus on the principles of effective instruction and best practices are presented and participants will engage in exercises that allow them to compare the models to current practices in their schools. The background of this course comes from “Teacher Evaluation to Enhance Professional Practice” by Charlotte Danielson and Thomas McGreal. Emphasis is placed on the formative evaluation process that focuses on a system of feedback for teachers that is designed to help them on an ongoing basis. ADMINISTRATOR ACADEMY credit available, however, any educator may attend.
Suki Glasser / Anita HughesGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
This hands-on workshop will focus on the nuts and bolts of a guided reading session: before, during and after. The Fountas and Pinnell Guided reading format will be emphasized. Participants will explore implementing literacy stations that directly support reading and writing instruction, and answer the critical question, “What is the rest of the class doing while I am teaching guided reading and small groups?” Management, modeling and organizational options that meet the needs of the classroom will be presented.
Kathy NaillGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
Library of Congress, the largest library in the world, has digitized 12+ million sources. Participants will learn how to use the LOC website, and will receive a variety of ideas on how to integrate resources into the curriculum to differentiate learning. The workshop will cover many fun activities and lesson ideas such as digital storytelling, sequencing and photo analysis. Participants will have work time each day to begin a project to use in their classroom.
NOTE: This course replaces Focus on Photos. If you have taken this course for college credit in the past, graduate credit will not be available again.
**Graduate credit is through Regis University-includes workshop time, online module work & a classroom project with students (one year to complete), credit will not be earned in time for Fall pay scale changes. Graduate credit assignments lend themselves to social studies, language arts & fine arts content (K-12). Many other content areas are covered & pertinent with workshop content, but other content areas should consider for CPDUs only.
Jan Jones & John PaulsgroveGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
Participants will learn how to design and use common assessments to help students receive feedback regarding attainment of standards. A process of assessment design that can be used collaboratively with colleagues will be demonstrated and practiced. The resulting common assessment becomes the criteria of success for determining needed interventions for students. This course will address the effective use of formative assessment and common assessments based on clear teaching targets for students and teachers. Teams from schools or districts are encouraged to attend.
Liza CampbellGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
The Illinois State Board of Education invites ALL public classroom teachers to deepen their understanding of how to teach and reach gifted and talented students. This gifted seminar is a 45 hour course of study replacing the former "Gifted Education Institute." This training is a combination of 36 hours of face-to-face participation and 9 hours of independent work using a USB drive which will be provided to each participant. The training consists of the following modules: Overview and Perspectives, Knowing the Gifted, Differentiation, and Gifted Models for the classroom. Two books will be given to participants: "Achieving Excellence Educating the Gifted and Talented" by Frances Karnes & Kristen Stephens and "Differentiation: Simplified, Realistic, and Effective" by Bertie Kingore. LEARN HOW TO MEET THE NEEDS OF ALL STUDENTS IN YOUR CLASSROOM. *** A $200 deposit is required in our office by May 1, 2010 in order to confirm your seat. If the deposit is not received your seat will be released. If the workshop is taken for graduate credit the deposit will be used to cover that cost. For participants who do not wish to take the course for credit the deposit will be returned after completion of all course requirements. Upon completion of all course requirements participants will receive a $250 stipend. Note: Private and parochial school teachers who hold a teaching certificate are eligible to enroll in the Gifted Education Seminar. Please contact the KIDS office for further information on the enrollment criteria and registration procedure.
ASIST is a unique two-day training program that teaches a concise, face-to-face suicide intervention model. Participants in the training learn about their own attitudes concerning suicide, how to recognize and assess the risk of suicide, how to use an effective suicide intervention model, and about available community resources. The major objective of ASIST is to offer a practical model of suicide intervention that anyone can learn. Since suicide is the 11th leading cause of death in our country, and because it is estimated that at least six people are significantly impacted by each death to a suicide, a large percentage of our population has come into contact with a suicidal person at some point.
Jennifer WoodGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
Library of Congress, the largest library in the world, has digitized 12+ million sources. Participants will learn how to use the LOC website, and will receive a variety of ideas on how to integrate resources into the curriculum to differentiate learning. The workshop will cover many fun activities and lesson ideas such as digital storytelling, sequencing and photo analysis. Participants will have work time each day to begin a project to use in their classroom.
NOTE: This course replaces Focus on Photos. If you have taken this course for college credit in the past, graduate credit will not be available again.
**Graduate credit is through Regis University-includes workshop time, online module work & a classroom project with students (one year to complete), credit will not be earned in time for Fall pay scale changes. Graduate credit assignments lend themselves to social studies, language arts & fine arts content (K-12). Many other content areas are covered & pertinent with workshop content, but other content areas should consider for CPDUs only.
Christopher Bernd, Discovery Center Staff
Graduate credit available (additional fee required)
Examine science at the nano-scale: even smaller than microscopic. Illustrate the changes in properties and interactions as things get smaller using models as well as actual nano-scale applications. Explore nature-based nano-scale marvels and their engineered technological counterparts, from stain-resistant clothing to medicine. Go home with the materials and knowledge you need to bring nano to your students! This course may count toward a science endorsement, subject to transcript review by ISBE. For more information and to register, call Discovery Center Museum at
815-963-6769 or download registration from at www.DiscoveryCenterMuseum.org.
Elizabeth HandGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
Are you bored with your lesson plans? Have you always wanted to integrate technology into your curriculum, but don’t know where to start? This course will breathe new life into your classroom. See how easy it is to apply technology into your current lessons. Bring a unit or lesson with you to class and leave with a fun and interactive way to reach your students. Computer skills preferred but not required.
Sally WalkerGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
The Illinois State Board of Education invites ALL public classroom teachers to deepen their understanding of how to teach and reach gifted and talented students. This gifted seminar is a 45 hour course of study replacing the former "Gifted Education Institute." This training is a combination of 36 hours of face-to-face participation and 9 hours of independent work using a USB drive which will be provided to each participant. The training consists of the following modules: Overview and Perspectives, Knowing the Gifted, Differentiation, and Gifted Models for the classroom. Two books will be given to participants: "Achieving Excellence Educating the Gifted and Talented" by Frances Karnes & Kristen Stephens and "Differentiation: Simplified, Realistic, and Effective" by Bertie Kingore. LEARN HOW TO MEET THE NEEDS OF ALL STUDENTS IN YOUR CLASSROOM. *** A $200 deposit is required in our office by May 1, 2010 in order to confirm your seat. If the deposit is not received your seat will be released. If the workshop is taken for graduate credit the deposit will be used to cover that cost. For participants who do not wish to take the course for credit the deposit will be returned after completion of all course requirements. Upon completion of all course requirements participants will receive a $250 stipend. Note: Private and parochial school teachers who hold a teaching certificate are eligible to enroll in the Gifted Education Seminar. Please contact the KIDS office for further information on the enrollment criteria and registration procedure.
This course is designed for educators who wish to expand their curriculum to include topics related to agriculture - the world's food and fiber system. Focus will be on how to integrate agriculture into math, science, social studies, and language arts. Participants will learn about agriculture and available resources and experience hands-on activities.
Margo SickeleGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
In this session, visual literacy and its place in the development of 21st Century Skills will be presented. “Visual literacy is the ability to interpret, use, appreciate, and create images...in ways that advance thinking, decision-making, communication, and learning” (http://www.ncrel.org/engauge/skills/vislit.htm). Practical classroom applications and uses for all grade levels will be shared. Lessons plans and resources will be made available for participants to bring back to their classrooms and districts.
John SalzerGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
Join with other elementary educators to explore the concept of multiplication. Topics will include the brain-based research that helps to explain why students who have no trouble adding have difficulty multiplying; models that can be used to demonstrate the meaning of multiplication; methods for learning multiplication facts other than rote memorization; and an in-depth look at why our traditional algorithm for multiplying multi-digit number works. 1 hour Graduate Credit through Aurora University pending.
Liza CampbellGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
The Illinois State Board of Education invites ALL public classroom teachers to deepen their understanding of how to teach and reach gifted and talented students. This gifted seminar is a 45 hour course of study replacing the former "Gifted Education Institute." This training is a combination of 15 hours of face-to-face participation and 30 hours of independent work using a USB drive which will be provided to each participant. The training consists of the following modules: Overview and Perspectives, Knowing the Gifted, Differentiation, and Gifted Models for the classroom. Two books will be given to participants: “Achieving Excellence Educating the Gifted and Talented” by Frances Karnes & Kristen Stephens and “Differentiation: Simplified, Realistic, and Effective” Bertie Kingore. LEARN HOW TO MEET THE NEEDS OF ALL STUDENTS IN YOUR CLASSROOM*** A $200 deposit is required in our office by May 1, 2010 in order to confirm your seat. If the deposit is not received your seat will be released. If the workshop is taken for graduate credit the deposit will be used to cover that cost. For participants who do not wish to take the course for credit the deposit will be returned after completion of all course requirements. Upon completion of all course requirements participants will receive a $250 stipend. Note: Private and parochial school teachers who hold a teaching certificate are eligible to enroll in the Gifted Education Seminar. Please contact the KIDS office for further information on the enrollment criteria and registration procedure.
Scott MeechGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
Learn how to integrate technology in the classroom better, learn how to learn with technology first! Workshop attendees will walk through a sequential process of learning how to learn with technology that will expand their own personal learning strategies, their use of technology in the classroom, and how technology can improve education as a whole. We will explore several online applications, experiment with mobile learning applications, and perhaps look at some new technologies that are not within the mainstream market yet. Our overall goal is to break away from the project oriented technology integration approach into a fresh new approach focused solely on learning with technology!
Linda BurkhartGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
Designed for teachers who work with children who have physical disabilities, multiple disabilities, sensory processing challenges, limited social interaction skills, this course will focus on Pragmatic Organization Dynamic Display (PODD) Communication Books which offer generic templates designed to enable genuine communication for children in all daily environments including conversations, telling stories, expressing opinions and asking questions.
This course will explore strategies for creating multi-modal communication communities providing receptive models and expressive opportunities for development of language for children with cognitive limitations and learning difficulties. The focus will be on using "Light Tech" multi-page communication books and strategies, including sequenced step talkers, picture schedules, and activity displays. ***Participants from Rockford Public School District 205 must contact Andrea Miller at 815-966-3198 before registering.***
Sandi HeffelfingerGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
The Illinois State Board of Education invites ALL public classroom teachers to deepen their understanding of how to teach and reach gifted and talented students. This gifted seminar is a 45 hour course of study replacing the former "Gifted Education Institute." This training is a combination of 15 hours of face-to-face participation and 30 hours of independent work using a USB drive which will be provided to each participant. The training consists of the following modules: Overview and Perspectives, Knowing the Gifted, Differentiation, and Gifted Models for the classroom. Two books will be given to participants: “Achieving Excellence Educating the Gifted and Talented” by Frances Karnes & Kristen Stephens and “Differentiation: Simplified, Realistic, and Effective” Bertie Kingore. LEARN HOW TO MEET THE NEEDS OF ALL STUDENTS IN YOUR CLASSROOM. *** A $200 deposit is required in our office by May 1, 2010 in order to confirm your seat. If the deposit is not received your seat will be released. If the workshop is taken for graduate credit the deposit will be used to cover that cost. For participants who do not wish to take the course for credit the deposit will be returned after completion of all course requirements. Upon completion of all course requirements participants will receive a $250 stipend. Note: Private and parochial school teachers who hold a teaching certificate are eligible to enroll in the Gifted Education Seminar. Please contact the KIDS office for further information on the enrollment criteria and registration procedure.
Dorothy PainterGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
Participants will learn strategies for locating and incorporating recycled materials while tapping into the creative process based on supply availability. Two and three dimensional constructions, journal making and projects are emphasized. This class is designed to assist teachers reach learners, especially visual and kinesthetic. Non-art teachers are encouraged to take this course.
Marilee SprengerGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
Many of our students have grown up “digital,” while many of our teachers are struggling to catch up and keep up. In this session you will learn how to meet the needs of the 21st century student. Learn at least twelve ways to teach to the digital brain and begin to think outside the book. New studies by the Kaiser Foundation offer educators information on what media is appealing to our students. Approaching content in diverse ways will aid in differentiation practices that lead to higher student achievement.
Meg OrmistonGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
This course will explore the myriad of technologies that can be employed in the language arts, social studies or the fine arts classroom. Participants will actively explore resources that will increase student engagement with the specific content areas. Technology tools will include video conferencing in the curriculum, various software resources, interactive web resources and all projects will be aligned to the state learning standards as well as the national technology standards.
Linda LanphierGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
The Illinois State Board of Education invites ALL public classroom teachers to deepen their understanding of how to teach and reach gifted and talented students. This gifted seminar is a 45 hour course of study replacing the former "Gifted Education Institute." This training is a combination of 24 hours of face-to-face participation and 21 hours of independent work using a USB drive which will be provided to each participant. The training consists of the following modules: Overview and Perspectives, Knowing the Gifted, Differentiation, and Gifted Models for the classroom. Two books will be given to participants: “Achieving Excellence Educating the Gifted and Talented” by Frances Karnes & Kristen Stephens and “Differentiation: Simplified, Realistic, and Effective” by Bertie Kingore. LEARN HOW TO MEET THE NEEDS OF ALL STUDENTS IN YOUR CLASSROOM. *** A $200 deposit is required in our office by May 1, 2010 in order to confirm your seat. If the deposit is not received your seat will be released. If the workshop is taken for graduate credit the deposit will be used to cover that cost. For participants who do not wish to take the course for credit the deposit will be returned after completion of all course requirements. Upon completion of all course requirements participants will receive a $250 stipend. Note: Private and parochial school teachers who hold a teaching certificate are eligible to enroll in the Gifted Education Seminar. Please contact the KIDS office for further information on the enrollment criteria and registration procedure.
Rich Gurnett / Heather McIlwainGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
Effective teachers know that the number one factor determining student learning is classroom management using a proactive approach. Find out how to foster student involvement and cooperation in all classroom activities, while establishing a productive working environment. Participants will: be able to prepare the climate for effective classroom management; be able to recognize and implement effective and "best" practices in teaching; learn brain compatible strategies for helping students learn more effectively; be able to establish effective student rapport and cooperation. All teachers will benefit from the brain based research and classroom tested activities.
Margo SickeleGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
Web 2.0 tools facilitate interactive learning and build engagement. Today's students are highly tech savvy, and use these tools on a regular basis at home. Participants will be introduced to the categories of Web 2.0 tools that are available, learn to use specific Web 2.0 tools, and develop a lesson/unit that integrates use of one or more tools.
William Donato / Gary SwickGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
This Science education course introduces the concept of biodiversity and its importance in maintaining the stability of an ecosystem. The course reviews the earth’s current biodiversity and then describes the threats to biodiversity, such as global warming, invasive species and habitat destruction. Teachers will use techniques developed by Illinois Department of Natural Resources scientists to measure the biodiversity of forests, wetlands, prairies, soils and the urban environment. Teachers will be outside each day sampling these ecosystems. Curricular activities developed by teachers in the PLAN-IT Earth Curriculum, Biodiversity Basics, the Wonder of Wetlands and the National Science Teachers Invasive Ecology Curriculum will be used. This class may count toward science endorsement, subject to transcript review by ISBE.
John SalzerGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
This interactive course is designed for anyone who would like to have a better relationship with or understanding of mathematical concepts. We will trace the development of mathematical thought from pre-civilization through the present. This course will focus primarily on early mathematics (non-Eurpoean), but key points of the last 400 years will also be addressed. We will seek to understand mathematics as a human interface for natural phenomenon, to approach math with a child's open frame of reference, and to find appropriate uses for history of mathematics content in the classroom. Prerequisite: comfort with learning or relearning algebraic and geometric concepts." This course may count toward a Math endorsement, subject to transcript review by ISBE.
Amy OrvisGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
In this course participants will gain practical knowledge for implementing and managing a writing workshop in the intermediate and middle grade classroom. Focus will be on both nonfiction and fiction writing, with an emphasis on incorporating the 6 traits of writing, genre studies, and author’s craft into the workshop format.
A course called “Utilizing 6 Trait’s in the Writing Workshop” that has been offered in the past (2 days) is the basis for this extended class. This does include the previous workshop’s information, but packs in even more beneficial writing topics, discussion & activities.
Sandi HeffelfingerGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
The Illinois State Board of Education invites ALL public classroom teachers to deepen their understanding of how to teach and reach gifted and talented students. This gifted seminar is a 45 hour course of study replacing the former "Gifted Education Institute." This training is a combination of 15 hours of face-to-face participation and 30 hours of independent work using a USB drive which will be provided to each participant. The training consists of the following modules: Overview and Perspectives, Knowing the Gifted, Differentiation, and Gifted Models for the classroom. Two books will be given to participants: “Achieving Excellence Educating the Gifted and Talented” by Frances Karnes & Kristen Stephens and “Differentiation: Simplified, Realistic, and Effective” Bertie Kingore. LEARN HOW TO MEET THE NEEDS OF ALL STUDENTS IN YOUR CLASSROOM. *** A $200 deposit is required in our office by May 1, 2010 in order to confirm your seat. If the deposit is not received your seat will be released. If the workshop is taken for graduate credit the deposit will be used to cover that cost. For participants who do not wish to take the course for credit the deposit will be returned after completion of all course requirements. Upon completion of all course requirements participants will receive a $250 stipend. Note: Private and parochial school teachers who hold a teaching certificate are eligible to enroll in the Gifted Education Seminar. Please contact the KIDS office for further information on the enrollment criteria and registration procedure.
Judy CurrierGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
The Illinois State Board of Education invites ALL public classroom teachers to deepen their understanding of how to teach and reach gifted and talented students. This gifted seminar is a 45 hour course of study replacing the former "Gifted Education Institute." This training is a combination of 36 hours of face-to-face participation and 9 hours of independent work using a USB drive which will be provided to each participant. The training consists of the following modules: Overview and Perspectives, Knowing the Gifted, Differentiation, and Gifted Models for the classroom. Two books will be given to participants: "Achieving Excellence Educating the Gifted and Talented" by Frances Karnes & Kristen Stephens and "Differentiation: Simplified, Realistic, and Effective" by Bertie Kingore. LEARN HOW TO MEET THE NEEDS OF ALL STUDENTS IN YOUR CLASSROOM. *** A $200 deposit is required in our office by May 1, 2010 in order to confirm your seat. If the deposit is not received your seat will be released. If the workshop is taken for graduate credit the deposit will be used to cover that cost. For participants who do not wish to take the course for credit the deposit will be returned after completion of all course requirements. Upon completion of all course requirements participants will receive a $250 stipend. Note: Private and parochial school teachers who hold a teaching certificate are eligible to enroll in the Gifted Education Seminar. Please contact the KIDS office for further information on the enrollment criteria and registration procedure.
Elizabeth Hand / Cathy WilsonGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
“Reflections on Learning” will give teachers the opportunity to network with peers and reflect on how students learn. In a series of four summer sessions, the class will help teachers look at the learning styles of their students and implement strategies to help students be more effective in the classroom. By investigating the Illinois Professional Teaching Standards and applying them to how students learn most effectively, teachers will look to improve their instructional delivery by reflective activities, readings, and discussion with other teachers.
Participants may pair “Reflections on Learning” (2 credit hours) with “Reflections on Teaching” (2 credit hours), to meet the 4 credit hour Self Assessment of the Teaching Practice option for certificate renewal. Both courses must be taken for college credit in the same renewal cycle. Approval is pending for this option.
Margo SickeleGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
What’s your most challenging unit/concept to teach? Bring it to this session, and we’ll look at ways to rethink the design of the unit and infuse technology to make it a more “teachable” and “learnable” unit. Must be competent in, and have classroom access to, one or more of the following: Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Inspiration/Kidspiration, Internet.
Phyllis HostmeyerGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
This course will use Socratic Inquiry, Reciprocal Teaching, Question-Answer-Relationship, and storytelling as it focuses on the reading strategies of determining importance, asking questions, making inferences, synthesizing, visualizing, self-monitoring, and making connections to develop deep comprehension.
Liza CampbellGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
The Illinois State Board of Education invites ALL public classroom teachers to deepen their understanding of how to teach and reach gifted and talented students. This gifted seminar is a 45 hour course of study replacing the former "Gifted Education Institute." This training is a combination of 15 hours of face-to-face participation and 30 hours of independent work using a USB drive which will be provided to each participant. The training consists of the following modules: Overview and Perspectives, Knowing the Gifted, Differentiation, and Gifted Models for the classroom. Two books will be given to participants: “Achieving Excellence Educating the Gifted and Talented” by Frances Karnes & Kristen Stephens and “Differentiation: Simplified, Realistic, and Effective” Bertie Kingore. LEARN HOW TO MEET THE NEEDS OF ALL STUDENTS IN YOUR CLASSROOM*** A $200 deposit is required in our office by May 1, 2010 in order to confirm your seat. If the deposit is not received your seat will be released. If the workshop is taken for graduate credit the deposit will be used to cover that cost. For participants who do not wish to take the course for credit the deposit will be returned after completion of all course requirements. Upon completion of all course requirements participants will receive a $250 stipend. Note: Private and parochial school teachers who hold a teaching certificate are eligible to enroll in the Gifted Education Seminar. Please contact the KIDS office for further information on the enrollment criteria and registration procedure.
Sally WalkerGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
The Illinois State Board of Education invites ALL public classroom teachers to deepen their understanding of how to teach and reach gifted and talented students. This gifted seminar is a 45 hour course of study replacing the former "Gifted Education Institute." This training is a combination of 24 hours of face-to-face participation and 21 hours of independent work using a USB drive which will be provided to each participant. The training consists of the following modules: Overview and Perspectives, Knowing the Gifted, Differentiation, and Gifted Models for the classroom. Two books will be given to participants: “Achieving Excellence Educating the Gifted and Talented” by Frances Karnes & Kristen Stephens and “Differentiation: Simplified, Realistic, and Effective” by Bertie Kingore. LEARN HOW TO MEET THE NEEDS OF ALL STUDENTS IN YOUR CLASSROOM.*** A $200 deposit is required in our office by May 1, 2010 in order to confirm your seat. If the deposit is not received your seat will be released. If the workshop is taken for graduate credit the deposit will be used to cover that cost. For participants who do not wish to take the course for credit the deposit will be returned after completion of all course requirements. Upon completion of all course requirements participants will receive a $250 stipend. Note: Private and parochial school teachers who hold a teaching certificate are eligible to enroll in the Gifted Education Seminar. Please contact the KIDS office for further information on the enrollment criteria and registration procedure.
Dan Bohn / Susan BohnGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
Go high tech on a low budget! Learn easy-to-use tech applications for the K-12 classroom. Through hands-on instruction, participants will learn Photo Story, Movie Maker, Audacity, advanced features of PowerPoint, classroom response systems, document cameras, and more. Several programs used in this class are freeware. You don't need to be a technology expert to take this class; instructors will differentiate to meet individual needs.
Katherine AmundsenGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
A mathematics course designed for K-9 educators focusing on math in nature and the natural world. This course focuses on Fibonacci sequence, circumference and measurement in nature, symmetry, classification, shapes, indirect measurement, surveys and populations in nature. This course meets state goals for Algebra, Geometry, Data and Probability, Measurement and Numbers.
StarLab is an inflatable portable planetarium system. This training will cover the set up and take down of the planetarium dome, mechanics of the projection system, equipment maintenance, StarLab resources, planet positions, moon phases, and overview of the night sky. This training is required before renting the StarLab from KIDS. For more information and to register, call Discovery Center Museum at 815-963-6769 or download registration form at www.DiscoveryCenterMuseum.org.
Learn how to navigate through the Thinkfinity website and find excellent resources for literacy, science, math, social studies, social-emotional & culture.
Hundreds of teachers use Thinkfinity. Here's why:
• Free, exciting, top-quality materials
• Quick, accessible and easy to use
• Content created by trusted experts and leading educators
• Thousands of standards-based lesson plans
• Valuable professional development opportunities
Rich Gurnett / Angela EllisGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
This course offers educators the opportunity to reflect on their teaching practice and network with peers to improve instruction. The Illinois Professional Teaching Standards, “Best Practices” in lesson planning and delivery, assessment strategies, managing anti-social behavior of students, teacher expectations, brain compatible strategies for effective instruction, and classroom environment/management will be covered in depth.
Participants may pair “Reflections on Teaching” (2 credit hours) with “Reflections on Learning” (2 credit hours), to meet the 4 credit hour Self Assessment of the Teaching Practice option for certificate renewal. Both courses must be taken for college credit in the same renewal cycle. Approval is pending for this option.
There are two things that a school community is concerned about - their children and their money. With principals, assistant principals, department chairs, athletic directors and central office personnel realizing that the trend is to site-based fiscal management, they need to understand school finance in a way that is simple and easy to understand. Soon managing line items in the budget that pertain to an administrator's area of responsibility will be part of your job description. With this in mind, "School Finance Made Easy" is the program for you. This enjoyable hands on academy will result in understanding school finance, being able to partner and dialogue with your business manager and superintendent and even to understand your home tax bills and assessments. At the end of the program, you will have completed a mini budget and tax levy to illustrate the productivity of the day. ADMINISTRATORS’ ACADEMY credit, however, any educator may attend
$130
KIDS - 300 Heart Boulevard - Loves Park, IL 61111
Phone: (815) 636-3040 - Fax: (815) 636-3069
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