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Best Practices for Students Struggling in Math at the Foundational Level (K-8)

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

Writing – Community of Practice

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

Unlocking the Power of MagicSchool AI: Top 5 Tips for Educators

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

Unlocking Learning Potential: A Deep Dive Into Specially Designed Instruction

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

CHAMPS Refresher

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

Holding Students Accountable in the Age of AI

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

Initial Yellow School Bus CDL

Bus Instructor: Shantel Kelley 2500 N. Annie Glidden Rd. Ste: C DeKalb, IL 5 Seasons Conference Room

Restorative Discipline in Action: Lessons from Jeffery Benson

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

ParaPro Assessment

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

ParaPro Assessment

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