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 Bringing Characters to Life: Creative Projects for the Modern English ClassroomIt’s difficult – if not sometimes impossible – to motivate students to open their minds to literature. If the students found a way to relate to characters on a realistic level, they would be more willing to read and engage in class discussions. They could feel more ownership of the literature. Middle and high school English teachers enrolled in this course will explore creative ways to bring some of the most famous literary characters into the 21st century classroom.
ON-LINE (3 credits/45 hours) in-service credit only $250.00$280.00 |
 Building Classroom CommunityThis course explores the creation of a classroom community that meets the needs of all students, including learners with disabilities and learners with diverse backgrounds. Suitable all educators K-12.
A primary objective of this course is to help teachers understand how the Building a Classroom Community approach boosts children’s social and academic skills while reducing behavior problems.
Particpants completing this course will:
• Receive materials, readings and research relevant to building a classroom community
• Learn how to develop strategies that will enable all students to participate in group activities and explore team building activities
• Morning Meeting Approach
• Investigate the Responsive Classroom approach to discipline
• Gather practical tips to try in your classroom right away
ON-LINE (3 credits/45 hours) in-service credit only $250.00$280.00 |
 Building Communication and Teamwork in SchoolsCourse Description:
This course is designed to equip all educators with the knowledge and skills to foster an emotionally engaging classroom. Skills such as leadership, communication and listening, positive thinking, student support, and team building all will be examined. Educators will share how to communicate not only with the students in their classrooms, but with administrators and colleagues. Communication is a complete building-wide plan. Discussions on how to build communication, leadership and positivity, in every classroom no matter the subject area or grade you teach will be shared. Participants will engage in overall positive communication strategies and teamwork skills. This course is a must for educators K-12.
ON-LINE (3 credits/45 hours) in-service credit only
Instructor: Kim Kittredge kkittredgeliips@gmail.com
$250.00$280.00 |
 Building Empathy in Schools*New Course Spring 2025 Instructor: Kim Kittredge kkittredgeliips@gmail.com 3 Credits In Service Course (45 Hours) Course Description:This course is designed to discuss empathy and how we can build it together. Empathy will be defined and explored. Teachers will be given a multitude of tools to build empathy in the classroom and in the culture within the school. Educators will work towards sympathizing and building stronger relationships through empathy and empathetic strategies. Strategies such as “imagine self” and “imagine others” will be discussed. Educators will work on skills to deeply understand their students’ personal and social situations, and feel care and concern for them. Positive and negative emotions will be explored as well as proper communication, understanding and how to demonstrate empathy in the classroom and in your school. This course is a must for educators K-12. $250.00$280.00 |
 Building Relationships Through SEL ActivitiesIn-Service Credit only
Course Description
We define social and emotional learning (SEL) as an integral part of education and human development. SEL is the process through which all young people and adults acquire and apply the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to develop healthy identities, manage emotions and achieve personal and collective goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain supportive relationships, and make responsible and caring decisions. SEL advances educational equity and excellence through authentic school-family-community partnerships to establish learning environments and experiences that feature trusting and collaborative relationships, rigorous and meaningful curriculum and instruction, and ongoing evaluation. SEL can help address various forms of inequity and empower young people and adults to co-create thriving schools and contribute to safe, healthy, and just communities.
Course Objectives
$250.00$280.00 |
 But I Can’t Speak Spanish!: How to Teach a Population When You Don’t Speak Their Language3 credits/45 hours In service only
Janna Florio
jflorioliips@gmail.com
Today, teachers are faced with the challenge of teaching students with diverse backgrounds, experiences, intelligence types, learning styles, and needs. Educators struggle to “reach” all students in their classrooms, particularly when cultural and language barriers exist. In recent years, a large part of our student population includes English Language Learners (ELLs), many coming from Spanish-speaking countries. Though Bilingual Education is becoming more and more prominent, teachers lacking proficiency in a student’s dominant language can feel lost in their own classrooms: struggling to communicate with and effectively teach their students. This course is designed to assist teachers of ELLs to better support their students across curricula and throughout all grade-levels. Although the course is designed mainly for teachers of Spanish-speaking students, the majority of the strategies and ideas discussed can benefit all ELLs regardless of their native language or cultural background.
$250.00$280.00 |
 Celebrating the Unique Talents of All Learners – Differentiate to AssociateNo two learners are the same; therefore, the way in which we approach our classes has to be different. As fledgling and experienced teachers, we know the reality that every class is comprised of diverse learners with varied needs. This course will provide you with multiple suggestions for accommodating those needs. When one thinks of diversity, learning styles, multiple intelligences, brain research, and gender-based differences come into play. This couse will tap into all of these modes and provide you with innovative strategies for your students. You will learn to foster intrinsic motivation, develop activities that evoke complex thinking, and learn how to raise the bar for student achievement. Flexible grouping will be discussed as well as tiered lessons that provide appropriate challenges to all students. (A must for all K-12 educators)
ON-LINE (3 credits /45 hours) $250.00$280.00 |
 Cell Phone Use in Schools*New Course Summer 2025 Instructor: Kim Kittredge kkittredgeliips@gmail.com 3 Credits In Service Course (45 Hours) Course Description: To use or not to use, that is the question!? This course will discuss the use of cell phones in the classroom and in schools. Educators will examine how cell phones can get in the way of learning and can be a daily distraction. We will also talk about how phones can help our students on a day-to-day basis. Teachers will discuss how phones can help our students with research or other areas of study if their laptops are not charged. Topics such as what it was like before cell phones were around will be discussed. This course is a must for all educators grades K-12. $250.00$280.00 |
 Challenging the Gifted StudentThe squeaky wheel gets the oil, right? The student who struggles, who asks a thousand questions in a week, who attends extra help, who needs your extra attention, usually gets it. It’s in our nature, as educators, to do whatever we can to help those students who need it most. And sometimes we take for granted the strong student, assuming he/she is moving along swimmingly and needs little, if any, attention or motivation. One of the many challenges a teacher faces is trying to reach every student and ensure each receives equal focus. Teachers enrolled in this course will explore various methods for not only reaching the gifted, intrinsically motivated student, but pushing that student to be even better. Application: All subjects/grade levels
ON-LINE (3 credits/45 hours) In-Service Credit only $250.00$280.00 |
| Character Education Reading, Writing, and Arithmetic. Yes, these are often the focal points of our lessons. With that having been said, we must consider that there is more to what we do. Our students – regardless of age or grade level – enter our classrooms in September and leave in June. During that span, there is noticeable maturation, emotional growth, and cognitive development. Our role is vital, and Character Education is crucial. Yes, our students are measured by tests and numbers, but helping them grow to be well-adjusted, respectable members of society is essential. Teachers enrolled in this course will explore realistic pedagogical methodologies that focus on helping our students develop pride, integrity, and character.
ON-LINE (3 credits/45 hours) in-service credit only $250.00$280.00 |
 Character Education: The Well-Rounded Student*New Course Spring 2025
Instructor: Kim Kittredge Kkittredgeliips@gmail.com
3 credits/45 hrs in service
We know as educators that we are here teach many ideals. Our knowledge of our subject area and proper classroom behavior are just to name a few. Character Education is one of these ideals that is a vital part of any student’s learning. Educators in this course will discuss theories on how to teach your students to be the best that they can be. Educators will discuss methods to helping your students become more respectful and responsible individuals. Character education will provide students with models for maintaining integrity and becoming well-adjusted people. Using some of these character theories learned in this course, you will feel proud to know that your students will be going out into the world a more well-rounded and responsible member of society. This course is a must for educators grades K-12. $250.00$280.00 |
 Childhood Obesity: A Growing Epidemic Among Our YouthON WILLIAM FLOYD APPROVED COURSES LISTING
According to recent statistics published by the Center for Disease Control, (CDC), approximately thirty-two percent of children and adolescence are classified as overweight or obese. This course will explore the various factors that contribute to the obesity crisis among children in this country including: behavioral, environmental, social, economical, and cultural factors. Students will also examine the roles the media and American culture play in determining food and lifestyle choices. This course will also provide insight on the scientific causes and consequences of obesity in regards to both health and economic consequences. Students will research government programs which battle obesity, such as the “Lets Move” campaign launched by First Lady Michelle Obama. In addition, students will learn strategies that schools and teachers can implement in order to prevent childhood obesity. A must for all educators K-12!
ON-LINE (3 credits/45 hours) in-service credit only $250.00$280.00 |
 Civically Engaged – Creating Lifelong Advocates for Change!*New Course* Fall 2024
Instructor: Gayle Meinkes-Lumia – gaylelumia@yahoo.com
In-Service Class – 3 Credits – 45 Hours
Course Description: Creating passionate and vocal learners, individuals who desire change and engage in civility is tantamount for students today. Instructing individuals on ways to take collective action for their causes, engage in community and national service, and learn about promoting the quality of life in a community equals success. This course will guide teachers on the ways to establish inquiry-based learning, exchanges of ideas, and ways in which all perspectives are heard. They will learn to make a difference in the civic lives of their communities via knowledge, skills, and values.
*A must for K-12 Educators!! $250.00$280.00 |
 Classroom ClimatesSome teachers are quite strict, allowing for no room for misconduct. Others are more relaxed and permit behaviors other teachers might consider disruptive. Perhaps finding an effective balance is the key. Students enrolled in this course will examine various classroom settings and ultimately create a classroom climate that is conducive to learning.
ON-LINE (3 credits/45 hours) in-service credit only $250.00$280.00 |
 Co-Teaching – Making the Most of the Integrated Model of Learning*New Course Spring 2025
Instructor: Gayle Meinkes-Lumia – gaylelumia@yahoo.com
In-Service Class – 3 Credits – 45 Hours
Course Description:
Learning to work closely with our colleagues is tantamount to effective teaching. Learning the ins and outs of collaborative instruction not only assists teachers but students significantly. This class will instruct teachers as to how to nurture the co-teaching relationship and find a rhythm that works for everyone. Co-teaching structures of learning will be discussed, making the most of co-teaching partnerships, flexibility, rich expertise and experiences, communication, and best research practices will be discussed. Teachers will emerge with a wealth of strategies and websites for effective planning techniques.
**A must for K-12 educators!!! $250.00$280.00 |
 Co-teaching Classroom Models and Teacher StrategiesCourse Description:
This course will focus on how with the number of students with learning disabilities on the rise, how a solution had to be found. As educators, we are confronted with the challenges of educating all students, even the ones with numerous learning delays and/or disabilities. Educators will discuss different ways in which they are required to find lessons in which to meet the needs of all learners. This course will explore co-teaching strategies that will enhance student learning. We will also investigate various learning strategies that meet the needs of students with various learning needs. This course is a must for all educators levels K-12.
ON-LINE (3 credits/45 hours) in-service credit only
Instructor: Kim Kittredge kkittredgeliips@gmail.com
$250.00$280.00 |
 Coaching Tips, Techniques and Strategies for Middle School – Part and Whole CoachingON-LINE (3 CREDITS/45 HOURS) In-Service credit only
Instructor: Alison Incarnato Incarnato.liips@gmail.com
Course Description: What is the job of a middle school coach? Many teachers are coaches on some level. It is important for coaches to have a basic understanding of the sport they are coaching. You will find that coaches tend to have played the sport they are coaching at a middle school level since they are teaching fundamental skills to learn how to play the sport for some student-athletes on the team who may have never played the sport before. This course will take a look into coaching tips, techniques and strategies to make any middle school program successful. $250.00$280.00 |
| Collaboration and Cooperation in the K-12 Classroom It is the tireless task of the educator today to find the means to advance all learners in his/her class! Great teachers know exactly the steps to take to produce outstanding and consistently effective learners. Teaching students in a dynamic, ingenious way that motivates and excites them about learning is the ticket to success. Having students learn collaborative and cooperative techniques is essential for their growth. Enabling students to have intense instruction that challenges them and enables them to critically think is the way to create meaningful learning opportunities for them. This course will effectively demonstrate the means of reaching all individuals in one’s class via informative techniques for all types of learners. It will provide intensive strategic instruction that guides them through the reading process, comprehension process, key words, and textual structures. All disciplines will be covered and synthesis will take place.
A Must for all K-12 Educators!!!
ON-LINE (3 credits/45 hours) in-service credit only $250.00$280.00 |
| Collaboration is the Key Course #E6720
This is an easy to navigate and self paced video course. You can watch or listen to it in your car, at home, on your TV, or on your phone at your own leisure. Embedded in this video are several short assignments that participants complete. Self pacing, an engaging format, and a meaningful topic are what make this course special.
3 credits/45 hours
Instructor: Dr Chris Korolczuk
Course description:
Do you work with colleagues, administrators or families that are challenging to collaborate with? Does it ever seem like there are breakdowns in communication? Working collaboratively with adults and having strong communication is essential when working in education. Successful communication and collaboration is also vital for career longevity and well-being. In this course we explore the basic dynamics of communication, interpersonal conflict, and having difficult conversations that most people are not comfortable with, yet are necessary to have. $250.00$280.00 |
 Common Core – Victory is YoursFeeling nervous about the new standards? Worried that you will not be able to tackle the Common Core rigors? Fear no more! In this course, you will be able to decipher the common core code and utilize writing techniques to implement the common core standards. You will be exposed to a plethora of writing and reading techniques that will recharge your students while being completely standards orientated. Multiple writing genres will be introduced as well as essential tools to help your students tackle the tests. Assignments and assessments will be provided that mirror the common core. This course is a MUST for all educators K-12!
ON-LINE (3 credits/45 hours) in-service credit only $250.00$280.00 |
 Communicate, Collaborate, Cooperate: Building a Classroom EnvironmentCourse Description:
This course will focus on how to build a true community in your classroom from day one. Educators will discuss proper communication skills, collaboration techniques and cooperative learning strategies. This course will examine how we communicate (both verbal and non-verbal) to build a happy classroom. Educators will share how cooperative learning done strategically on daily basis, creates an environment of trust. Teachers will discuss how collaboration activities and techniques lead to successful classroom atmospheres. All of these factors put together help to build a strong classroom environment. This course is a must for all educators levels K-12.
ON-LINE (3 credits/45 hours) in-service credit only
Instructor: Kim Kittredge kkittredgeliips@gmail.com
$250.00$280.00 |
 Communication FUNdamentals for all ClassroomsCourse Description:
This course will focus on the FUNdamentals of communication in the classroom. How we communicate with our students impacts all aspects of our lives and theirs. Educators will learn how to create a fun classroom environment where students can develop and strengthen their communication skills. Teachers will share verbal and nonverbal communication tips as well as share feedback. This course is a must for all educators K-12.
ON-LINE (3 credits/45 hours) in-service credit only
Instructor: Kim Kittredge kkittredgeliips@gmail.com
$250.00$280.00 |
 Communicative Strategies for Students with Autism and Social DisordersAutism affects 1 in 68 children in the United States. As educators, we are confronted with the challenges of educating students with Autism and social disorders, while managing behaviors within the classroom. This course will explore communicative strategies useful for focusing, learning material, managing behaviors and socializing with peers. Alternative and augmentative means of communication will be discussed. At the conclusion of this class, participants will gain useful tools to maximize communication for all students within the classroom and therapy environments. A must for all Educators!
ON-LINE (3 credits/45 hours) in-service only $250.00$280.00 |
| Comprehension Strategies for the Bilingual Learner The comprehension of literature and development of reading skills is at the foundation of the education process. This course will address ways that educators can help English Language Learners (ELL) improve on understanding text. It will examine the relationship between oral English proficiency and literacy, while providing participants with oral reading strategies to use with the ELL students. The information provided in this course will support instruction in all K-12 classrooms.
ON-LINE (3 credits/45 hours) in-service credit only $250.00$280.00 |
| Comprehension Strategies that Motivate and Structure Students Imagine a classroom that is teaming with engaged learners – students making connections, pulling out textual evidence, fully interested in the “meat” of the lesson. In this classroom, the standards are met insidiously, not overtly; thus making learning more engagin and complete. In this course, you will be provided with the tools that students need to comprehend the entire gamut of informational, persuasive, procedural, and narrative documents that make up our disciplines. Your students will become much better readers and thinkers in your subject field using engaging activities. You will be provided with fantastic short articles, explicit step-by-step lessons that will be aimed at enriching your students learning. Reading, annotating, decoding, collaborating, and utilizing the jigsaw technique will be covered. Perfect for all disciplines and grade levels!
ON-LINE (3 credits/45 hours) in-service credit only $250.00$280.00 |
 Conferencing Your Students to SuccessCourse Description:
Conferencing with your students is a way to empower them to improve their skills by setting goals and then achieving them. Conferencing is also a great way to really get to individually know each one of your students. Educators will work on how plan conferencing times with your students in the classroom. Teachers will explore strategies for effective discussion skills, how to work towards educational goals set by each student, and how to plan your students’ success. Conferencing guidelines, techniques and questions will be shared. This course is a must for all educators grades K-12.
ON-LINE (3 credits/45 hours) in-service credit only
Instructor: Kim Kittredge kkittredgeliips@gmail.com
$250.00$280.00 |
 Connecting Families to Learning*New Course Summer 2025 Instructor: Kim Kittredge kkittredgeliips@gmail.com 3 Credits In Service Course (45 Hours) Course Description: The learning process takes a village. It’s not just important to have the teachers, guidance and administrators on your side, but you must have a supportive family behind you. This course will work with educators and their families to build important relationships. Educators will work on strategies that connect all students to learning and to the learning process. Teachers will be able to share the importance of learning, mindset, communication and more. Educators will work on daily routines to build support with their students. Practices will also be shared that can be brought home and worked on with your family. By the end of this course, educators and families will realize how important it is to make and keep these positive connections for the sake of the students, the family relationships and the learning process. This course is a must for all educators grades K-12. $250.00$280.00 |
 Connecting with the High School and Middle School Learners: Breaking the Generational BarrierIn-Service Course
3 Credits; 45 Hours
Instructor: Valerie Gompers
Instructor Email: VGompersLIIPS@Gmail.com
Course Description:
Teaching high school and middle school students can be difficult when they constantly challenge you. They teeter between being children who still need guidance and young adults who want their independence and freedom. By understanding the unique perspectives, interests, and challenges of today's youth, instructors will learn to foster a supportive and engaging learning environment that promotes student success. This course is a must for all 6-12 educators! $250.00$280.00 |
 Constructive ObjectivesWhen observing teachers, many administrators look for clear and purposeful objectives. However, creating learning goals and lesson aims isn’t always easy. Students enrolled in this course will explore useful types of measurable objectives and methods used to create them. Suitable for all teachers K – 12!
ON-LINE (3 credits/45 hours) in-service credit only $250.00$280.00 |
 Cooperative Games in Physical Education(3 credits/45 hours) In service credit only
Instructor: Joanie Deignan jdeignanliips@gmail.com
Summary: Cooperative games in physical education can benefit the comradery of physical education classes. To be able to teach your class how to work together like a team prior to other units can help them reach full potential as a group and make the most out of your physical education class. Cooperative play helps kids hone their social skills as they figure out how to negotiate group dynamics. It helps them learn how to collaborate and compromise with others, recognize and respond to others' feelings, share, show affection, resolve conflicts, and follow and cooperate with gymnasium and game rules. $250.00$280.00 |
 Cooperative Learning – It’s not Just Group WorkCourse Description: Developing a sense of engagement in students is tantamount to learning. Students today need a wide gamut of activities that engage them and foster creativity and connectedness. Developing and possessing common core graphic organizers assists students dramatically. In this course, teachers will learn the ins and outs of cooperative learning, thus promoting socialization, collaboration, and cooperation. Methodologies for extensive learning will be provided.
*A Must for K-12 Educators!!!!!!
ON-LINE (3 credits/45 hours) in-service credit only $250.00$280.00 |
 Creating a Culturally Responsive Classroom Environment*New Course Summer 2025 Instructor: Gayle Meinkes-Lumia – gaylelumia@yahoo.com Course Credits: – 3 credits/45 Hours Course Description: Culturally responsive classroom education is at the forefront of teaching in the 21st Century. Students need to learn how to take educational risks and assume the responsibilities of independent work and collaboration. They need to be able to identify inequities and advocate for diversity within the classroom environment. In this course, participants will be able to learn how to create a classroom environment that represents and values all cultural backgrounds within the confines of their classroom. They will learn how to inculcate various perspectives throughout their respective disciplines and address ways in which empathy, conversations, backgrounds, and perspectives play a part in learning. The class will address the ways that students take ownership in their learning and view mistakes as ways to be constructive. *A Must for K-12 Educators* $250.00$280.00 |
 Creating a Journaling Routine for All Students and TeachersCourse Description: Journaling has always been a way to express your thoughts and get your ideas out. It has also been a way to milestone important events, record everyday happenings, or just let out your innermost feelings. As educators, we have the opportunity to use journaling to our benefit on a daily basis. In this course, educators will discuss the importance of journaling and the benefits of journaling in all subject areas. We will discuss how to begin a daily journaling routine for both students and teachers. This routine can work for all students and educators and can be used as an emotional tool. Journaling can be used to treat anxiety, depression, and help affect us in many positive ways. Educators will discuss a variety of strategies from the fact “that there’s no right way to journal”, to “how to keep on journaling.” Teachers will discuss the benefits of handwritten journaling vs. digital journaling. Strategies such free writing, timed writing and the 1-minute journal strategy will be explored. Participants will receive a series of journal prompts, ideas and samples to be used for any subject areas and to model in their classrooms. This course is a must for all educators of all subjects and grade levels K-12.
Instructor: Kim Kittredge
kkittredgeliips@gmail.com
3 credits – In service Course (45 Hours) $250.00$280.00 |
| Creating Blueprints for Literacy: Generating a Solid Foundation for Reading and Writing **New Course**
3 Credits In-Service Course (45 Hours)
Summer 2026: June 29th-July 3rd
Instructor: Gayle Meinkes-Lumia - gaylelumia@yahoo.com
Course Description: Reading and Writing instruction through explicit, systematic components helps students develop both skill and self-regulation. Teaching students to goal set while addressing skills as focusing, persistence, and strategic self-talk ensures evidence aligned literacy success. Participants in the course will examine explicit instruction in key areas of phonemic awareness, phonics fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. They will learn how to develop readiness assessment in their students, build visions, design a learning plan for their students, and fully implement and evaluate literacy techniques that take their students well into the next generation of instruction.
*A Must for K-12 Educators* $250.00$280.00 |
| Creating Conversations For Change – Sparking Social Activism in Children and Teens – Ways to Ignite the Fire in Your Classroom Instructor: Gayle Meinkes-Lumia – gaylelumia@yahoo.com
In-Service Course – 3 Credits – 45 Hours
Course Description: Activating social awareness in students is tantamount. Encouraging exploration of varying perspectives and creating an atmosphere of critical thinking paves the path for student success. This course will instruct participants on the ways in which engagement can enhance their already existing curriculum. The course will focus on student needs, meaningful discussions, exploration of viewpoints, dialectic journals, critical analysis, visionary components, etc..
*A must for K-12 educators* $250.00$280.00 |
| Creating Lifelong Learners – Enhancing One’s Paradigm of Instruction *New Course Spring 2025
Instructor: Gayle Meinkes-Lumia – gaylelumia@yahoo.com
In-Service Class – 3 Credits – 45 Hours
Course Description:
The importance of continual growth in one’s classroom cannot be emphasized enough. Creating expectations for students and creative assignments teeming with energy is the key to their successful mindset. This course will discuss the ways in which learners guide their students’ growth mindset and excitement to grow. Teachers will read a wealth of articles in this course that stress refinement and reflection. They will hone in on student productivity and the ways to create a work environment filled with spice. Technological activities and components of every discipline will be covered. In the end, the learning will never end.
*A Must for K-12 Educators* $250.00$280.00 |
| Creating Meaningful Connections: The Art of Mentorship **New Course**
Spring 2026: April 2026: April 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24.
Instructor: Kim Kittredge, kkittredgeliips@gmail.com
Class Description:
Mentoring programs are a powerful tool for fostering student growth and creating a supportive school culture. They promote autonomy, strengthen emotional and academic development, and empower students to become agents of positive change. In this course, you’ll learn how to design and implement a mentoring program tailored to your school’s unique needs. We’ll explore multiple models-such as one-on-one, small group, peer-to-peer, and peer-to-faculty-so you can choose the best approach that works best for your community. This course is ideal for teachers who want to build meaningful connections and drive student success. A must for educators grades K-12. $250.00$280.00 |
 Creating Meaningful Student ExperiencesCourse Description:
This course is designed to arm educators of all subject areas and levels to bring meaning to your classroom. Meaningful hands-on lessons will be discussed. Interactive conversation topics, brain games, puzzles and comics will also be shared. These types of activities will get the discussions started and your students’ minds working overtime. So, create meaning for your students every day by creating experiences for them.
This course is a must for educators grades K-12.
ON-LINE (3 credits/45 hours) in-service credit only
Instructor: Kim Kittredge kkittredgeliips@gmail.com
$250.00$280.00 |
 Creative Engagement Without Cell Phones: Classroom Innovation in the Post-Phone EraNew Winter 2025
Instructor: Gayle Meinkes-Lumia – gaylelumia@yahoo.com
With New York State’s new legislation restricting student phone use, educators are faced with a unique opportunity: reimagining classroom engagement without the distractions of screens. Students require a hands-on environment that empowers them, one that is teeming with innovative, practical strategies that spark curiosity and boost participation—no phone required. In this energizing class, participants will explore and create lesson activities using tactile, movement-based, and collaborative approaches that refocus student attention and foster genuine connections. Teachers will discover how to turn everyday classroom moments into powerful, tech-free learning experiences. Some topics included are:
$250.00$280.00 |
 Creative Writing for All Subjects: Prompts for Every Educator*New Course Summer 2025 Instructor: Kim Kittredge kkittredgeliips@gmail.com 3 Credits In Service Course (45 Hours) Course Description: Using creative writing in all subjects will provide our students with the capacity to better read, research, reflect and more. Educators will discuss interdisciplinary writing rules, the 7 different types of writing, creative writing assignments and how to better reflect as we write. Educators will work on strategies for structuring creative writing no matter what the subject. Activities will also be shared for how to strengthen the writing of all students in all areas. A plethora of creative writing prompts will be shared for all subjects and areas of teaching. By the end of this course students will learn how to open their minds, be imaginative and work towards the goal of clarity, completeness and creativity. This course is a must for all educators grades K-12. $250.00$280.00 |
