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ABC’s of Learning Disabilities and Beyond – Resources for Educators You will develop an understanding of how it feels to have a learning disability. By understanding how a learning disabled student feels, you will be able to teach them differently. You will learn strategies and will be expected to understand the psychology of a learning disability, its definition and causes. You will develop an appreciation for the approaches in educational and employment settings which support individuals with learning disorders, the impact that individuals with learning disorders have on their friends and family; and widen your empathy and respect for individuals with learning disorders regarding their strengths and weaknesses. Suitable all educators K-12. NOTE: This instructor also offers an additional course on this subject Learning Disabilities/Strategies to Help Guide the Learning Disabled Student to Success. This course was designed to provide additonal information and direction beyond the ABC’s course. ON-LINE (3 Credits / 45 hours) In-service Credit only $250.00$280.00 Buy here
ABC’s of Managing Stress for Student Success Most students feel stressed at times in class, but some might be more vulnerable to stress than others. When stress builds up to severe levels for a child, they may be at risk to develop toxic stress—which can have lasting effects on their social-emotional, behavioral, and physical health. If you can recognize signs of stress in your students, you can provide them with support to help them manage it before it overwhelms them. It will cover an array of topics such as recognizing symptoms of stress, possible reasons for school related stress, stress management techniques, meditation, truancy/suspensions, trauma, and also distinguishing between good vs. bad stress. This class is created for any educator or service provider. Suggested for all Educators K-12. ON-LINE (3 Credits / 45 hours) In-service Credit only $250.00$280.00 Buy here
ABC’s of Mindful Practices to Bring into Your School and Classroom– Creating Resilience Among Staff and Students This online course will allow professionals working with children the opportunity to create resilient environments that meets the social, emotional, ethical, and academic needs of students. You will be provided with necessary tools that will enable them to foster compassion, a workable set of values, the skills of cooperation, appropriate decision-making, goal setting, and high academic expectations in their school setting. You will explore some research-based skills and competencies that have a positive impact on the organizational structure of school and the delivery of instruction. Student performance build bridges by acknowledging past accomplishments, validating what is presently working well, and designing future goals to bring the existing classrooms. Mindfulness is about learning to train your attention to the present moment without dwelling on what has happened in the past or worrying about the future. Mindfulness provides many physical and psychological benefits which will be discussed throughout this course. ON-LINE (3 Credits / 45 hours) in-service credit only $250.00$280.00 Buy here
ABC’s of Positive Behavior Intervention, K-12 In this course teachers will learn how to create a POSITIVE BEHAVIOR INTERVENTION PLAN for specific students as well as the classroom as a whole, ensuring success for their students. There are many ways to define or explain the concept of POSITIVE BEHAVIOR INTERVENTION. Some of the most common ways include: The application of behavior analysis and systems change perspectives within the context of person-centered values to the intensely social problems created by behaviors such as self-injury, aggression, property destruction, pica, defiance, and disruption A dynamic, problem-solving process involving goal identification, information gathering, hypothesis development, support plan design, implementation, and monitoring An approach that blends values about the rights of people with disabilities with a practical science about how learning and behavior change occur A comprehensive Positive Behavior Support Plan includes a range of intervention strategies that are designed to prevent the problem behavior while teaching socially appropriate alternative behaviors. The goal is an enhanced quality of life for individuals involved and their support providers in a variety of settings. In this course teachers will learn how to create a POSITIVE BEHAVIOR INTERVENTION PLAN for specific students as well as the classroom as a whole, ensuring success for their students. ON-LINE (3 Credits / 45 hours) in-service credit only $250.00$280.00 Buy here
ABC’s of Surviving Education in this Day and Age The educational field has changed tremendously over the years. In order to keep up with the complex challenges we face in education you may need to tweak your style to become more versed in the field of education. We will cover a broad range of topics such as time management, classroom management, APPR, data collecting, record keeping, observations, administrative personnel, volunteering time, professional presentation and language, professional development, creating “lifelong learners”, adaptive learning, digital literacy, and project based learning. This class will help you “rise to the top” and prove to other teachers, students, parents, and administrators that you have what it takes to make the cut! A must for all educators K – 12! ON-LINE (3credits/45hours) In-service credit only $250.00$280.00 Buy here
ABC’s of Understanding and Working with the Resistant Student Concern is growing for students that are being regarded as “at risk,” “disadvantaged,” and “resistant.” This course offering brings current research to teach about the dynamics that fuel resistance within your classroom. How can you make learning achievable to all students? The course gives a full dialogue discussing resistance, strategies for preventing resistance, how to connect with a challenging student, how to solve discipline problems, managing different personality types, Oppositional Defiance Disorder (ODD), and different ways to communicate the struggle with the students caretaker. The course creates opportunities for teachers to learn new ways to work with this misunderstood energy. ON-LINE (3 Credits / 45 hours) in-service credit only $250.00$280.00 Buy here
ABC’S of Using Technology to Tailor Your Remote Lessons Over the next three years, a majority of K-12 educators expect online learning and digital curriculum to become ever more-important. New remote learning formats require new thinking to create compelling, engaging, and inclusive content. To ensure strong student engagement during digital classrooms, educators are turning to various technological tools for remote learning. There’s so much information available online that the challenge becomes sorting through it to find accurate, objective materials. This course will train teachers to become confident and comfortable in incorporating various tools within their online classroom. They will become proficient using Edpuzzle, Padlet, Kami, Flipgrid, Peardeck, Nearpod, and much more! We will also focus on various assessment tools as well. This course is suited for any educator or service provider K-12. ON-LINE (3 Credits / 45 hours) in-service credit only $250.00$280.00 Buy here
ABC’s of Working Effectively with the Challenging Parent Dealing with difficult parents is one of the biggest problems faced by today’s educators and administrators. This course is designed to provide professionals with an in-depth exploration of strategies and techniques for developing more positive and productive relationships with the most challenging parents, and in doing so, raising students’ self-esteem and increasing their academic success. Methods include building parental support and credibility, problem solving, communication scripts, understanding the different types of parenting, keeping a success journal, stress management, ways to communicate through technology, and developing positive relationships from the start. This class is suitable for anyone in the educational field. ON-LINE (3 Credits / 45 hours) in-service credit only $250.00$280.00 Buy here
ABCs of Implementing Blended Learning into the Classroom The demands and challenges of the 21st century require innovations on the part of teachers, administrators, schools, and communities to fully prepare students for college, career, and beyond. Educators who take on the whole child approach, which aims to ensure that each student is healthy, safe, engaged, supported, and challenged, set the standard for comprehensive, sustainable school improvement and provide students with the opportunity for long-term success. In this course we will discuss the basics of blended learning, strategies for student engagement, various blended learning models, blended assessment, and classroom management strategies for settings. Participants will have the opportunity to review characteristics of Blended Learning while comparing and contrasting their current professional practices. This class is created for any educator or service provider. K-12. ON-LINE (3 Credits / 45 hours) in-service credit only $250.00$280.00 Buy here
ABCs of Teaching During a Pandemic: Distance Learning Platforms and More The shift to distance learning has many administrators, teachers, related service providers, parents, and students scrambling. Where do schools start and which tools sync best with the ones already established by district? How can teachers change their established platform to become even more effective? This class will teach you the top virtual learning platforms and tools for distance learning. This course will allow you to work with existing lessons, create lesson plans, create new online learning resources, and also host new multimedia interactive classrooms. This class is created for any educator or service provider. K-12 ON-LINE (3credits/45hours) In-service credit only $250.00$280.00 Buy here
Achieving the Core in All We Do – Critical Thinking Strategies in the K-12 Classroom Instructor: Gayle Meinkes-Lumia – gaylelumia@yahoo.com In-Service Course – 3 Credits – 45 Hours Course Description: Comprehending the ways in which students succeed is tantamount to all educators. Knowing the means to drive student mastery is critical. This course is designed to empower educators to reimagine and redesign their classrooms through impactful pedagogy. They will analyze proven strategies of learning and explore a wealth of resources that enable students to put together ideas in new ways and take risks while learning. Participants will learn the ways in which to effectively achieve the core in all subject matters, providing the utmost instruction to all learners. *A must for K-12 educators* $250.00$280.00 Buy here
Acing Cultural Diversity in the Classroom As educators and lifelong learners, we must always remain dynamic in our approach to education. We must remain abreast of changing ideas and modernized techniques while always remaining constant and consistent in our dedication to making all students feel safe, welcomed, and included. Cultural Diversity, habitually associated with Social Studies, is a concept that applies to all course subjects and levels, as it focuses on and celebrates the range of races, ethnicities, religions, and affiliations that come together in our classrooms and in the world outside of academia. Teachers enrolled in this course will explore proven strategies and pedagogical methods aimed at inclusivity, at celebrating differences while focusing on education, at making students of all backgrounds feel safe, welcomed, and included. Applicable to teachers of all subjects/grade levels. ON-LINE (3 Credits / 45 hours) in-service credit only $250.00$280.00 Buy here
Acing Teaching Ellis Island Immigration: Coming to America This particular course explores the history of Ellis Island and offers interactive materials and creative projects which explore the journey to America. We discuss who came to America, what the immigration process consisted of, and more. As educators, we can make this pivotal point in history come to life for our students. Teachers enrolled in this course will receive lesson ideas which encompass the scope of immigration and the landmark that is Ellis Island. Applicable to teachers of any subject/level. ON-LINE (3 Credits / 45 hours) in-service credit only $250.00$280.00 Buy here
Acing Teaching New York’s Historical Landmarks: Connecting Students to Their Environment There are so many amazing places of historical significance, so much to experience, and so much to explore, right in our own backyard. Too often, people overlook the rich history of our beloved Empire State. The Big Apple, New York has much to offer students of any grade level as they embark upon a journey of discovery. Teachers in this course will explore engaging project ideas and assignments aimed at connecting their students to the environment in which they live. Applicable to teachers of any subject/level. ON-LINE (3 Credits / 45 hours) in-service credit only $250.00$280.00 Buy here
Acing Teaching The Creation of Government: Teaching the Constitution and the Bill of Rights Many students are not fans of primary source documents, no matter how captivating they can be. As educators, is it necessary to teach these materials in preparation for standardized tests, but we can also make them come to life. Teachers in this course will explore various lesson and project ideas that focus on illustrating the history behind how our government was created. Applicable to teachers at the secondary level. ON-LINE (3 Credits / 45 hours) in-service credit only $250.00$280.00 Buy here
Acing the Enduring Issues Essay: Preparing for the NYS Regents Exams A potentially challenging segment of the NYS Global History Regents Exam, the Enduring Essay requires students to adeptly describe historically significant challenges. Teachers in this course will explore proven tactics for introducing this concept in the classroom and guiding students to mastery-level essay writing. Applicable to teachers at the secondary level. ON-LINE (3 Credits / 45 hours) in-service credit only $250.00$280.00 Buy here
Acing the Industrial Revolution A pivotal unit in the Social Studies curriculum, the Industrial Revolution must be explored and revered. Samuel Slater and the development of the factory system, how that system has evolved into the modernized factories we see today, the crucial inventions that paved the way for the North, the trailblazers who saw into the future and believed in the country’s potential. These topics, if taught the right way, have the ability to captivate an audience of students. Teachers enrolled in this course will explore interactive lesson ideas and modern connections that make teaching the Industrial Revolution an engaging, rewarding experience for students. Applicable to Social Studies teachers. ON-LINE (3 Credits / 45 hours) in-service credit only $250.00$280.00 Buy here
Activities That Teach 3 credits/45 hours In service only Bryan Horrman bhorrmannliips@gmail.com Course Description: Have you ever asked yourself, “Which is more important, to have students learn the outcomes of previous reasoning or to have students learn the skills to conduct their own research?” Much of teaching that we do today is outcome based, which has manifested itself in multiple choice exams. While testing is important, there needs to be a balance by teaching students the process by which they arrive at answers. This class will explore the use of active learning inside of your classroom where students can be directly involved in their own education. Goal of the Course: The goal of this course to collaborate with other teachers and create a plethora of resources that can be used inside of the classroom. This course will help create a positive environment and encourage students to retain information in an active way. Learning Outcomes: • Opportunities to process course material through thinking, writing, talking, and problem solving give students multiple avenues for learning. • Applying new knowledge helps students encode information, concepts, and skills in their memories by connecting it with prior information, organizing knowledge, and strengthening neural pathways • Receiving frequent and immediate feedback helps students correct misconceptions and develop a deeper understanding of course material • Working on activities helps create personal connections with the material, which increases students’ motivation to learn • Regular interaction with the instructor and peers around shared activities and goals helps create a sense of community in the classroom • Instructors may gain more insight into student thinking by observing and talking with students as they work • Knowing how students understand the material helps instructors target their teaching in future lessons $250.00$280.00 Buy here
Adapting Backyard, Lawn and Beach Games for Physical Education Curriculums ON-LINE (3 CREDITS/45 HOURS) In-Service credit only Instructor: Alison Incarnato Incarnato.liips@gmail.com Course Description: Different types of physical activity trends come in and out of popularity throughout time. Keeping student engagement high is important to student participation in physical education classes. In order to keep engagement high physical education teachers must be on top of the latest fitness and physical activity trends that are popular with our students. Backyard, Lawn and Beach Games are growing quickly in popularity with school age children so how as teachers can we incorporate these popular activities into our physical education curriculum? $250.00$280.00 Buy here
Adaptive Strategies for Learning: Tips for the Educator to Effectively Meet The Needs of All Students Course Description: Educators must be resourceful when teaching students; providing just the right amount of support to encourage learning without creating dependence. This course will explore and define instructional strategies, supports, cues and prompting. Scaffolding skills and differentiated instruction will be discussed. At the conclusion of this course, participants will have an understanding of instructional prompts and techniques to use within the classroom to maximize their students’ learning. ON-LINE (3 credits/45 hours) in-service only $250.00$280.00 Buy here
Addressing the Needs of ELL’s – Strategies to Prepare English Language Learners for the NYSESLAT (New York State English as a Second Language Achievement Test The NYSESLAT is a yearly state assessment that all ELLs will take regardless of their disability, functioning level, grade, or native language. The NYSESALT is designed to assess ELLs in the areas of Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing in English. This course is intended to prepare not only English as a New Language teachers, but teachers in all areas, to support ELLs for the NYSESLAT. In this course you will analyze the Blueprint for ELL success, observe ways ESOL teachers differentiate for ELLs, examine co-teaching models, view and critique samples of the NYSESLAT, observe the “7 Step Vocabulary Strategy,” practice Bloom’s “hot questioning,” and create mini-lessons that touch upon the modalities; listening, speaking, reading, and writing. ON-LINE (3 credits/45 hours) in-service only $250.00$280.00 Buy here
Addressing the Needs of ELL’s: Building and Maintaining Communication and Involvement from Families of ELL’s All teachers are teachers of English learners. An obstacle teachers commonly face is how to effectively communicate with families of ELLs. This course will provide strategies for communication, tips to strengthen relationships, and ways to increase involvement from families of English Language Learners. ON-LINE (3 credits/45 hours) in-service only $250.00$280.00 Buy here
Addressing the Needs of ELLs: Understanding Second Language Acquisition All teachers are teachers of English learners. It is essential for educators to understand second language acquisition and how they can support ELLs in the classroom. This course will provide a brief overview of second language acquisition including language stages, theories, factors affecting acquisition, lesson models, and language objectives. ON-LINE (3 credits/45 hours) in-service only $250.00$280.00 Buy here
Addressing the Needs of Students: Culturally Responsive Teaching All educators have the essential responsibility of incorporating culturally responsive teaching to their everyday instruction. Culturally responsive teaching makes meaningful connections between the academic curriculum and students’ cultures, languages, and life experiences. This course will provide strategies and tips to create and maintain a culturally responsive classroom. This course is intended for all Educators. ON-LINE (3 credits/45 hours) in-service only $250.00$280.00 Buy here
Addressing the Needs of Students: Going Beyond Assessment with Student Digital Portfolios Instructor: Loren Warman Email: lorenwarman@gmail.com 45 Hours/3 Credits Course Descriotion: Dr. Barret once said, “Testing gives you a snapshot, portfolios give you a movie.” Go beyond assessment with student digital portfolios. Use technology throughoutgrades K-12 to engage and involve students in their ownlearning journey. Incorporate digital portfolios as an assessment tool that showcases students’ abilities, growth, culture, and personalities that standardized testing cannot capture. Suitable all educators K-12. $250.00$280.00 Buy here
Advancing Practices in Special Education (Online, In-Service, 3 credits) Instructor: Melissa Wickers mwickersliips@gmail.com Course Description: This course is designed to enhance educators’ understanding and implementation of effective strategies and practices in special education. Through a combination of readings, multimedia resources, and written reflections, participants will explore various aspects of special education and develop practical skills to support diverse learners in inclusive settings. Course Objectives: 1. To deepen understanding of special education laws, policies, and frameworks. 2. To explore evidence-based practices for supporting students with diverse learning needs. 3. To develop skills in creating inclusive learning environments. 4. To reflect on personal beliefs and biases related to special education. 5. To enhance collaboration with families, colleagues, and other stakeholders in the special education process. $250.00$280.00 Buy here
AI and English Language Learners: Challenges and Recommendations (3 credits/45 hours) Email: nmartinezliips@gmail.com Course Description: English Language Learners (ELLs) are a diverse group of students who are faced with learning a new language and content while simultaneously immersing themselves into a new culture. This course delves into the intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and English Language Learning (ELL), exploring the opportunities, challenges, and recommendations for integrating AI tools effectively for ELLs in your classroom. As technology continues to shape education, understanding the potential of AI in language acquisition is crucial for educators seeking to enhance the learning experience for English language learners. $250.00$280.00 Buy here
All About an Educators Guide to Tourette Syndrome Childhood tics are quite common and are reported as occurring in approximately 4 to 18% of school aged children. The purpose of this course is to provide information about Tourette Syndrome (TS) and how school aged children can be supported in school. The course will cover both information about the disorder as well as strategies for supporting and instructing students with TS. This course is appropriate for all educators K-12, ELA, Social Studies, Math, Science, ESL, Special Education, Art and Music, Physical Education, School Psychologists, Guidance Counselors ,Social Workers Speech/Language teachers and therapists, OT & PT’s. Common Core Learning Standards are addressed. Course Objectives: 1. Participants will research the essential features of Tourette’s and related disorders 2. Participants will consider the implication and effects of TS on classroom performance and school attendance 3. Participants will identify strategies and supports for students with TS and related symptoms 4. Participants will learn how to create a plan to support their students ON-LINE (3 Credits / 45 hours) in-service credit only $250.00$280.00 Buy here
All About Anxiety in School Age Children This course will provide participants with an overview of various anxiety disorders with a focus on: definitions, prevalence, diagnosis, and treatment. Emphasis will be placed on recognition of the behaviors, signs and symptoms that may be observed in the classroom and what accommodations and strategies teachers may use to support their students. This course is appropriate for all educators K-12, ELA, Social Studies, Math, Science, ESL, Special Education, Art and Music, Physical Education, School Psychologists, Guidance Counselors ,Social Workers Speech/Language teachers and therapists, OT & PT’s. Common Core Learning Standards are addressed. This course is important for ALL educators! ON-LINE (3 Credits / 45 hours) in-service credit only $250.00$280.00 Buy here
All About OCD: A Primer for Teachers Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) affects approximately one in 200 children. That means that approximately two million children in the U.S. currently have this illness and throughout the course of your career you are likely to have children struggling with this disorder in your classroom. This course will provide participants with the opportunity to learn the difference between obsessions and compulsions, the diagnostic criteria, the tell tale signs of the disorder that may be observed in the classroom, and how to support and accommodate students who may have OCD or OCD tendencies. This course is appropriate for all educators K-12, ELA, Social Studies, Math, Science, ESL, Special Education, Art and Music, Physical Education, School Psychologists, Guidance Counselors ,Social Workers Speech/Language teachers and therapists, OT & PT’s. Common Core Learning Standards are addressed. ON-LINE (3 Credits / 45 hours) in-service credit only $250.00$280.00 Buy here
All About School Mental Health Issues The mental health of students in schools is an often overlooked, yet extremely relevant issue for today’s educator. Educators are often the first to notice mental health problems and are in a unique position to make a difference when it comes to promoting and addressing student mental health concerns in and out of the classroom. Mental disorders: affect a student’s emotional well-being, affect a student’s ability to learn and may be a factor in why some students drop out of school. This course will cover: common mental health disorders, the role of educators to identify warning signs, communicating with parents and supporting students in the classroom. This course is relevant to all who work in schools with children ages 5-21 in both regular and special education settings. This course has been designed for school administrators, regular and special education teachers (grades K-12 and ages 5 to 21),special area teachers (gym, art, music, technology) school psychologists, school counselors, guidance counselors, social workers, speech and language therapists or speech pathologists and occupational or physical therapists. ON-LINE (3 Credits / 45 hours) in-service credit only $250.00$280.00 Buy here
All About School Mental Health Issues PDLI9030 (45 HOURS/3 GRADUATE CREDITS) ON-LINE Instructor: Randi Miller rmillerliips@gmail.com Course Description: The mental health of students in schools is an often overlooked, yet extremely relevant issue for today’s educator. Educators are often the first to notice mental health problems and are in a unique position to make a difference when it comes to promoting and addressing student mental health concerns in and out of the classroom. Mental disorders: affect a student’s emotional well-being, affect a student’s ability to learn and may be a factor in why some students refuse to attend school. This course will cover: common mental health disorders (10 in total), the signs and symptoms of each disorder, the behavioral manifestation of the disorders in school, and the role of educators (regardless of their position) to identify warning signs, communicate with parents and support students in/out of the classroom. This course is relevant to all who work in schools with children ages 5-21 in both regular and special education settings. This course has been designed for all school administrators, regular and special education teachers (grades K-12 and ages 5 to 21), special area teachers (gym, art, music, technology) school psychologists, school counselors, guidance counselors, social workers, speech and language therapists or speech pathologists and occupational or physical therapists. $600.00 Buy here
All About School Refusal: Helping our Students Attend and Stay in School Each year, approximately 2–5% of children refuse to come to school. School refusal can be observed in kindergarten students who demonstrate relatively mild separation anxiety to more severe cases where a student misses weeks or months of school. As a result of the social and educational consequences associated with missing school, the issue needs to examined and addressed promptly. This course will look at the factors associated with and contributing to the occurrence of school refusal. Participants will examine the short and long term effects of absenteeism, the signs and symptoms commonly associated with school refusal and research solutions to the problem. This course is relevant to all who work in schools and with children ages 5-21 in both regular and special education settings. This course has been designed for school administrators, regular and special education teachers (grades K-12 and ages 5 to 21),special area teachers (gym, art, music) school psychologists, school counselors, guidance counselors, social workers, speech and language therapists and pathologists and occupational and physical therapists. ON-LINE (3 Credits / 45 hours) in-service credit only $250.00$280.00 Buy here
All About School Refusal: Helping our Students Attend and Stay in School PDLI9000 (45 HOURS/3 GRADUATE CREDITS) ON-LINE Instructor: Randi Miller rmillerliips@gmail.com Graduate Level Credits Course Description: Each year, approximately 2–5% of children refuse to come to school. School refusal can be observed in kindergarten students who demonstrate relatively mild separation anxiety to more severe cases where a student misses’ weeks or months of school. As a result of the social and educational consequences associated with missing school, the issue needs to examine and addressed promptly. This course will look at the factors associated with and contributing to the occurrence of school refusal. Participants will examine the short- and long-term effects of absenteeism, the signs and symptoms commonly associated with school refusal and research solutions to the problem. This course is relevant to all who work in schools and with children ages 5-21 in both regular and special education settings. This course has been designed for school administrators, regular and special education teachers (grades K-12 and ages 5 to 21),special area teachers (gym, art, music) school psychologists, school counselors, guidance counselors, social workers, speech and language therapists and pathologists and occupational and physical therapists. $600.00 Buy here
All about Today’s Classrooms, Tomorrow’s Challenges Classes to start Summer 7/1/25 Instructor: Randi Miller Course Description This 3 credit inservice course explores the most pressing issues affecting K-12 education today. Through readings, discussions, and practical assignments, educators will gain insights into current trends and controversies, develop strategies to address these challenges, and create actionable plans to improve their schools and classrooms. This course was developed for general, special education and special area teachers, School administrators, PPS staff (school counselors, psychologists, social workers) and related service providers (speech therapists, OTs and PTs). $250.00$280.00 Buy here
All About Trauma Informed Behavior and Classroom Management PDLI9010 (45 HOURS/3 GRADUATE CREDITS) ON-LINE Instructor: Randi Miller rmillerliips@gmail.com Course Description: Traumatic experiences come in many forms ranging from one-time events (like the current pandemic) to experiences that are prolonged and recurring. To date, approximately 50% of the nation’s children and adolescents have experienced at least one or more types of serious childhood trauma. The effects of these traumatic experiences impact how students focus, attend, learn, form relationships and behave in the classroom. Trauma informed interventions focus on building relationships, routines, choice-making and self-regulation skills. This course has been developed to provide all educators with content knowledge on the types and biology of trauma, ACES, and best practices in trauma-informed behavior and classroom management strategies. The course will provide participants with the knowledge and tools they need to create a safe, supportive learning environment for all students. A timely course given the current public health crisis and school shut down. A good opportunity to be prepared to meet the needs of staff and students when school re-opens. Applicable all Educators and Staff K – 12. $600.00 Buy here
ALL ABOUT: AI in Education and School Support Services Classes to start Summer 7/1/25 Instructor: Randi Miller Course Description This 3 credit inservice course explores the transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) in education and school support services. Teachers, school administrators, and support professionals will examine how AI can enhance teaching, learning, student services, and administrative efficiency. The course will provide a balanced perspective on the benefits, challenges, and ethical considerations of AI in schools. Participants will engage with AI-powered tools, analyze case studies, and develop implementation strategies tailored to their roles. Through structured assignments, participants will explore AI’s impact on instructional strategies, personalized learning, student assessment, mental health support, special education services, and school operations. This course will equip education professionals with the knowledge and skills to harness AI effectively while maintaining ethical and inclusive practices. This course was developed for general, special education and special area teachers, School administrators, PPS staff (school counselors, psychologists, social workers) and related service providers (speech therapists, OTs and PTs). $250.00$280.00 Buy here
All about: Creating regulation and calm in yourself, staff and students (3 Credits / 45 hours) in-service credit only ON-LINE Instructor: Randi B. Miller Rmillerliips@gmail.com Course Description: Learning, thinking, listening, processing information, communicating and relationships with others are best when one is in a calm and regulated state. Regulation in others, starts with our own skills of self-regulation. Then through the process of co-regulation, calm is shared and modeled which in turn develops and fosters the ability for students to self-regulate. This course will provide participants a framework to understand calm and regulation through the brain/body/behavior connection. Participants will develop a working understanding of the terms: regulation, dysregulation, and co-regulation. The course will also provide resources and materials to help participants implement strategies and teaching procedures to create calm. This course is appropriate for all educators K-12, ELA, Social Studies, Math, Science, ESL, Special Education, Art and Music, Physical Education, School Psychologists, Guidance Counselors ,Social Workers Speech/Language teachers and therapists, OT & PT’s. $250.00$280.00 Buy here
All about: Creating Regulation and Calm in Yourself, Staff and Students formerly titled: Strategies to Promote Regulation and Calm in yourself, staff and students throughout the day 3 credits/45 hours … In service only Course Description: Learning, thinking, listening, processing information, communicating and relationships with others are best when one is in a calm and regulated state. Regulation in others, starts with our own skills of self-regulation. Then through the process of co-regulation, calm is shared and modeled which in turn develops and fosters the ability for students to self-regulate. Appropriate for all Educators and Staff K-12. $250.00$280.00 Buy here
All About: Managing Student Behavior in Remote & Blended Learning Environments In March of 2020, educators entered the “unchartered waters” of remote instruction quickly adapting curriculum and instruction to virtual classrooms and a variety of online platforms. But what about behavior and classroom management systems? How did classroom routines and reinforcement systems work virtually? As time marched on, educators expressed ongoing challenges with keeping their students actively engaged and behaving appropriately during remote instruction. Educators sought to implement classroom procedures in the virtual classroom and many quickly realized that maintaining attention or compliance remotely is not the same as when you are face to face. This course will provide participants the opportunity to reflect on their current in school behavior and classroom management practices and learn how to extend them to a virtual learning environment. Participants will learn what is considered best practice when managing behavior remotely with a focus on creating systems and plans that are consistent in both learning environments. Participants will plan to pivot seamlessly between in person and remote instruction as needed. Participants will learn all about digital resources designed for behavior and classroom and will consider and make decisions about what may work best for them This course is relevant for all who work in schools with children ages 5-21 in both General and Special Education settings including (but not limited to) classroom and resource room teachers, related service providers (Speech/Language therapist, OT, PT), Special area teachers (e.g. Gym, Art, Music, Health) and all members of PPS (School Psychologists, Guidance Counselors, School Social Workers) and School Administrators. ON-LINE (3 Credits / 45 hours) in-service credit only $250.00$280.00 Buy here

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