For a complete listing of all professional development opportunities, please click on the link: http://www.cesa6.k12.wi.us/prof_dev/calendar_events.cfm
The CataList is Now Available
The December, January, February CataList is ready for you to read, review and share. This edition features CESA 6 Networks. Here is a PDF copy for you. http://www.cesa6.k12.wi.us/CataList/CataList%20Dec-Feb.pdf
New Workshops!
MAKE AND TAKE Visual Support Strategies for Autism Spectrum Disorder
December 7, 2011
Presenter: Susan Stokes
This hands-on workshop will focus on creating visual support strategies for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Various materials will be provided to assist you in making the visual supports of your choice to take back to your classroom.
Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder Including Asperger Syndrome and High Functioning Autism
January 11, 2012
Presenter: Susan Stokes
The first in a three workshop series that targets all aspects of Autism Spectrum Disorder. This workshop was developed as a foundation workshop to thoroughly explore the features and characteristics that comprise Autism Spectrum Disorder including Asperger Syndrome and High Functioning Autism.
Educational Programming and Instructional Strategies for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder
February 14, 2012
Presenter: Susan Stokes
This is the second in a series of three workshops that covers all aspects of Autism Spectrum Disorder including Asperger Syndrome. This workshop will provide participants with a "best practice" approach for designing and implementing appropriate educations programs for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Social Relation Skills and Strategies for Students with High Functioning Autism and Asperger Syndrome K-12
March 6, 2012
Presenter: Susan Stokes
This is the third workshop in the Autism series. This training will provide participants with an in-depth focus on the primary area of difficulty for people with ASD, social relation skills. Particular focus will be given to "social understanding" Numerous tools and resources will be provided.
Featured Workshops!
Statewide Title I Network-Fundamentals of Parental Involvement
November 28, 2011 and April 17, 2012 (2-Part)
Presenters: Cheryl Simonson and Linda Reetz
You and your team members will learn to get Beyond Random Acts of Partnership and create a process for family engagement for student success.
SMART Board Introductory Training
November 28, 2011
Presenter: Paula Walser
This workshop will show users how to use Notebook software to create a presentation that's enriched with graphic detail; how to work with applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel ® and PowerPoint® on your SMART Board interactive whiteboard; how to use SMART Board Tools to quickly access functions that help you operate the interactive whiteboard more effectively.
SMART Board Advanced Training
November 29, 2011
Presenter: Paula Walser
Persons attending this workshop will learn about the new features in SMART Notebook software Version 10 that can be utilized to create dynamic and engaging lessons for any learner; learn and share some tips and tricks for making the integration of this exciting educational technology, easier, faster and simpler; and Create lessons.
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention - REFRESHER COURSE
November 29, 2011
Presenters: Diane Braker and Christine Klumpers
Program participants leave with skills that allow them to: Identify the potential for violent or disruptive behaviors. Reduce tensions. Prevent violent episodes. Intervene safely in violent situations. Develop safe humanistic approaches to crisis intervention. Improve staff confidence and boost morale. Provide optimum care for individuals.
Non-Violent Crisis - Initial Training - 2 Days
December 8 & 9, 2011
Presenters: Diane Braker and Christine Klumpers
Educators recognize the need for timely, effective nonviolent intervention with potentially violent individuals. They know that such intervention improves the physical safety of all participants and creates a more trusting and caring learning environment. Anyone who may have to manage the verbally or physically aggressive individuals will benefit from the skills and techniques learned in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention.
Promethean Board Training
December 15, 2011
Presenter: Sharon Webb, Promethean Certified Trainer
Developed by teachers for teachers, ActivInspire is Promethean's education software which enables the creation and delivery of innovative and thought leading interactive classroom experiences, offering a complete suite of services and a new, modern, even easier to use interface.
SMART Board Introductory Training
December 20, 2011
Presenter: Paula Walser, Director of E-Learning
This workshop will show users how to use Notebook software to create a presentation that's enriched with graphic detail; how to work with applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel ® and PowerPoint® on your SMART Board. See Flyer for more workshop details.
SMART Board Advanced Training
December 21, 2011
Presenter: Paula Walser, Director of E-Learning
Persons attending this workshop will learn about the new features in SMART Notebook software Version 10 that can be utilized to create dynamic and engaging lessons for any learner. See flyer for more workshop details.
School Counselors Network
January 5, 2012; March 14, 2012; and April 19, 2012
Presenter: see flyer
This network aims to support district, building and school counselors on implementing the Wisconsin Comprehensive School Counselors Model. See flyer for more details about monthly sessions.
Web 2.0 for the Classroom
January 6, 2012
Presenter: Paula Walser, Director of E-Learning
This hands on workshop will explore the use of web 2.0 tools within the classroom.
Drama Troupe Training
January 10-11, 2012
Presenter: Cornerstone Productions
During this two-day training, students will be guided through a creative process that helps them build performance skills, bond as a team, and create moving, entertaining skits designed to be presented in your schools and community. They will learn the basics of building a character, improvising short scenes, and effectively staging them.
SEFEL Pyramid Model Training
January 26 and February 23, 2012
Presenters: Vicki Daniels and Sara VandenBerg
The workshop will cover: Early social - emotional brain development Strategies to build positive relationships Strategies to structure the environment Developing friendship skills Enhancing emotional literacy Strategies to teach anger and impulse control Developing problem solving skills International teaching of social emotional skills.
Web 2.0 for Special Education
January 31, 2012
Presenter: Paula Walser, Director of E-Learning
Web 2.0 tools are technology tools (often free) that are used to enhance creativity, information sharing and collaboration. 21st Century Skills require that our students demonstrate the ability to communicate and collaborate in a global society. This hands-on session will provide you with an opportunity to investigate Web 2.0 tools for struggling student.
Boardmaker: Software for Making Picture Symbols
February 21, 2012
Presenter: Karen Stindt, MS OTR ATP
This workshop will provide a hands-on lab experience to create communication displays, labels, games, classroom materials and schedules. Boardmaker is a graphic database containing over 3000 Picture Communication Symbols in clip art form. Each symbol is paired with the written word and foreign languages are also available. The program allows you to make professional looking communication displays or schedules in minutes. The workshop will also highlight intervention techniques to incorporate the communication symbols into literacy, play and social skill activities.
>Download Brochure >Register here
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What's new at the CESA 6 Media Center?
What’s new at the CESA 6 Media Center? Click on the link below to take a look at our new Discovery Box. The Great Lakes/Maritime Transportation Discovery Box is packed full of hands on learning for your students. Check out what is all includes at the link below. This item is part of our reservation system. If you want to reserve it for a future date, please email the media center at cmc@cesa6.org. Discovery boxes can be checked out for 2 weeks at a time.
Events: November 22 through November 28
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
8:30am - Writing Supports for Students with Learning Disabilities in Middle/High School
Thursday, November 24, 2011
Office Closed - Thanksgiving
Friday, November 25, 2011
Office Closed - Thanksgiving
Monday, November 28, 2011
8:30 a.m. - RtI and Elementary Literacy Programming - A Repertoire of Literacy Interventions
8:30 a.m. - Statewide Title I Network-Fundamentals of Parental Involvement
8:30 a.m. - School Scheduling for Elementary School
9:00 a.m. - SMART Board Introductory training
