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September 15th, 2025
Join us Wednesdays in April from 6:00–7:15 PM for an interactive professional learning series focused on helping students who struggle in math. Each session includes a mini-PD presentation and breakout discussions on topics such as explicit instruction, fact fluency, number lines, and strategies for word problems. Participants will engage in ...read more
September 15th, 2025
Join us for a Writing Community of Practice focused on strengthening writing instruction. Sessions will be offered either in person or virtually, depending on the date, providing flexibility while still offering opportunities to explore research-based strategies, share practical classroom applications, and collaborate with colleagues to address common challenges in teaching ...read more
August 20th, 2025
In this one-hour virtual workshop, educators will discover how to leverage MagicSchool AI as a powerful tool to enhance teaching and learning in the classroom. Designed for both new and experienced users, this session provides practical tips to ensure the successful integration of AI technology into daily instruction. Educators will ...read more
August 19th, 2025
Presented by the Illinois SLD Project, this interactive session equips educators with tools to plan and deliver Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) using evidence-based practices. Participants will analyze student scenarios, explore macro instructional techniques, and clarify how SDI differs from UDL, accommodations, and modifications—ensuring effective, individualized instruction in both inclusive and ...read more
August 19th, 2025
Generated from Safe and Civil Schools, CHAMPS is a positive behavior support that provides structure and consistency in the classroom and throughout the school. Whether CHAMPS is new to you or you're looking to refine your practices, this workshop will provide you with the tools needed to successfully implement the ...read more
August 19th, 2025
As AI tools like ChatGPT become more integrated into students' academic lives, educators face a new set of challenges around academic integrity, meaningful learning, and authentic student work. In this one-hour workshop, we’ll explore how to hold students accountable without defaulting to surveillance or punitive measures.
Using insights from the Cult ...read more
August 14th, 2025
Bus Instructor: Shantel Kelley
2500 N. Annie Glidden Rd. Ste: C DeKalb, IL
5 Seasons Conference Room
August 11th, 2025
This interactive workshop introduces educators and leaders to the core principles of Hacking School Discipline Together by Jeffrey Benson, centering around building a schoolwide culture of empathy, responsibility, and restorative justice. Through engaging discussions, hands-on activities, and multimedia touchpoints, participants will explore how discipline can shift from punishment to restoration, ...read more
July 28th, 2025
Before registering for the ParaProfessional Assessment, please review information about Paraprofessional licensure. Click here.
One retake of the assessment is allowed as soon as the testing candidate would like. If more than 1 retake is necessary, the candidate must wait a period of 7 days after their most recent attempt. Continued ...read more
July 28th, 2025
Before registering for the ParaProfessional Assessment, please review information about Paraprofessional licensure. Click here.
One retake of the assessment is allowed as soon as the testing candidate would like. If more than 1 retake is necessary, the candidate must wait a period of 7 days after their most recent attempt. Continued ...read more