Archive: Professional Development

Restorative Practices 101 & Using Circles Effectively

Day 1: Intro to Restorative Practice: This session will focus on exposing/reinforcing the principles of Restorative Practice. Participants will explore various elements of Restorative Practice which foster the development of meaningful and sustainable relationships. At the conclusion of this session, participants will have a greater vision of the “why” the ...read more

SEL Foundations of Leadership: Harnessing Your Own Social Emotional Competencies to Be Your Best Self & Serve Your School Community

Everyone who impacts others is a leader. From that perspective of leadership, this day-long workshop will transform your leadership through social, emotional, and character development experiences focused on both the “me” and “we” lens: being your best self and creating spaces for others to be their best selves through application ...read more

Hacking School Discipline Book Study (Session 3)

Join us for one or all three of this three-part series. We'll used quick one-hour sessions to discuss practical application of the nine strategies outlined in the book. Each week you'll select one recommendation in your classroom and share your experience the following session (or what you have tried so ...read more

Hacking School Discipline Book Study (Session 2)

Join us for one or all three of this three-part series. We'll used quick one-hour sessions to discuss practical application of the nine strategies outlined in the book. Each week you'll select one recommendation in your classroom and share your experience the following session (or what you have tried so ...read more

Hacking School Discipline Book Study (Session 1)

Join us for one or all three of this three-part series. We'll used quick one-hour sessions to discuss practical application of the nine strategies outlined in the book. Each week you'll select one recommendation in your classroom and share your experience the following session (or what you have tried so ...read more

Bring Canva to Any Classroom

Canva is a versatile graphic design tool that has become increasingly popular among educators for its user-friendly interface and wide range of features. This webinar is designed to introduce elementary teachers to the basics of using Canva in the classroom. During this workshop, teachers will learn how to create engaging ...read more

Declutter Your Digital Life

Are you tired of not knowing where to find that file or document you know you saved in Drive? Did you forget that email that you opened but didn’t have time to reply to? Are you in need of a digital task list that is easy to organize? Well, this ...read more

60-Second Strategies for Educators of All Grade Levels

During this session we will break into small groups and review short videos related to strategies for grades K-2, 3-5, 6-8, and 9-12. We will then share out and learn a variety of strategies to use with the students in your classroom. Strategies will include SEL, classroom management, collaborative learning, ...read more

Morning Meetings and Closing Circles for Elementary

Join us as we explore a variety of ideas for implementing meetings and circles with your children. This workshop is suitable for anyone who is new to meetings and circles, as well as those who are looking for ideas on implementation and content. Facilitated by Chris Kipp, Educational Consultant, DeKalb ROE

Play Invitations

Join us as we explore ways to create invitations to play in a classroom setting, which is different from ‘free play’ and ‘interest centers’. We will also explore a variety of innovative ideas and materials to use for children’s play-based learning. Facilitated by Chris Kipp, Educational Consultant, DeKalb ROE