ICSPS NEWSLETTER
February 2022
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Happy New Year! 2022 holds promise for health and happiness. I am optimistic for our future and the opportunities that lie ahead. The ICSPS team are focusing on supporting the students, administrators, faculty, and colleagues in the system – we have trainings designed to support faculty in implementing Universal Design for Learning and upskilling pedogeological practices, we are hosting sessions on exploring trauma and how to build a trauma informed remote work culture, and we are showcasing resources to support autistic students as they transition to postsecondary and the workplace.
We are excited to collaborate with you as we all work together to serve students and make the system stronger. We hope you think of ICSPS as your trusted partner as we strive to provide high quality professional learning opportunities that support student access and transition, system integration, and equity.
ICSPS looks forward to our continued partnership as we work together to meet our goal of supporting the success of every learner in the new year.
Happy New Year!
Aime'e Julian, PhD
Director, Illinois Center for Specialized Professional Support
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2022 WIOA SUMMIT - REQUEST FOR PRESENTATIONS |
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The WIOA Professional Development Committee representing the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, Illinois Department of Employment Securities, Illinois Community College Board and the Illinois Department of Human Services is excited to announce the 2022 WIOA Summit will take place in a hybrid format on April 28 - 29, 2022.
Registration will open soon. Currently, the Committee is inviting local programs to share their expertise with the workforce system through presenting at the 2022 WIOA Summit.
Submit your presentation here.
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LEARN MORE ABOUT EQUITY - 6 PART SERIES |
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Unsure how to develop messages supporting equity? Confused by the difference between equality and equity? Need some ideas to help provide equitable options? ICSPS has developed a 6-part video series that has the answers! These 2-3 minute videos will help you get a better understanding of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
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ICSPS PRESENTED AT IBEA FALL CONFERENCE |
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Illinois Center for Specialized Professional Support’s Director Aime’e Julian and Associate Director for Equity & Outreach Brittany Boston recently presented two separate workshops at the 59th Annual Fall Conference of the Illinois Business Education Association: Adding Cultural Fluency to Your Briefcase. Over 100 business educators and other professionals from middle schools, high schools, community colleges, universities, and businesses across the state and beyond attended the virtual event.
Julian and Boston first presented An Overview of Super Strategies to Support Special Populations as Defined by Perkins V. They shared strategies and services for both secondary and postsecondary teachers to support students in their classrooms, as well as ways to inform and recruit students into CTE programs.
The second workshop introduced attendees to Universal Design for Learning (UDL), an approach to improving and optimizing teaching and learning for all learners by setting clear, rigorous goals; anticipating barriers and proactively designing to minimize those barriers.
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ICCB JOINS MENTAL HEALTH COLLABORATIVE |
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Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) Executive Director, Dr. Brian Durham, recently reported that the ICCB has joined the Mental Health Access on College Campuses Learning Collaborative. The collaborative brings together community college and university administrators to share ideas on integrating a variety of mental health strategies into existing campus culture.
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FEBRUARY IS CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION MONTH ®
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CTE month celebrates the value of CTE and the achievements and accomplishments of CTE programs across the country.
Additional Resources
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NAPE NATIONAL SUMMIT FOR EDUCATIONAL EQUITY REGISTRATION OPEN |
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The summit brings together administrators, teachers/instructors, counselors, and educational leaders to focus on the individual, institutional, and systems-level work that are required to identify and remove barriers to access and opportunity; foster equitable learning environments; and increase and support pathways to an equitable workforce.
Learn more about the National Summit for Education Equity and register here.
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FEBRUARY IS BLACK HISTORY MONTH |
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Beginning with President Ford in 1976, each year the American president has endorsed a specific theme for Black History month.
This year, President Biden has selected " Black Health and Wellness" for the 2022 Black History Month theme. The theme explores the "legacy of not only Black scholars and medical practitioners in Western medicine, but also other ways of knowing (e.g., birthworkers, doulas, midwives, naturopaths, etc.) throughout the African Diaspora. The theme considers activities, rituals and initiatives that Black communities have done to be well." |
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UPCOMING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT |
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Neurodivergent Employees: Embracing and Valuing People with Autism in the Workforce
Currently, 85% of college graduates with autism are unemployed. With over a half-million youth on the autism spectrum maturing into adulthood over the next 10 years, it's critical that we understand how to welcome these young adults into the workforce and provide policies and programs to help ensure their success.
Join Neurodiversity Consultant George Miller and a 5-person panel to learn more about ways to value those on the autism spectrum and support them in finding and retaining employment with support and specialized training that taps into their talents and skills.
Neurodivergent Employees: Embracing and Valuing People with Autism in the Workforce
Tuesday February 8, 2022 - 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Learn more about this webinar and register here.
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ICOY PRESENTS TRAUMA SERIES |
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The Illinois Collaboration on Youth (ICOY) shares a legacy of advocacy and hands-on support that works to shape policy and form practices that help at-risk youth. During March and April, ICOY will be presenting a 6-part webinar series focusing on various aspects of trauma.
Impact of Trauma
March 2, 2022 - 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Learn more about this webinar and register here.
Vicarious Trauma
March 9, 2022 - 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Learn more about this webinar and register here.
Culture and Trauma
March 16, 2022 - 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Learn more about this webinar and register here.
Trauma Informed Supervision
March 23, 2022 - 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Learn more about this webinar and register here.
COVID-19 and Trauma
March 30, 2022 - 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Learn more about this webinar and register here.
Building a Trauma Informed Remote Work Culture
April 6, 2022 - 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Learn more about this webinar and register here.
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SPIN'N THE WEB: A GUIDE TO WEBSITE ACCESSIBILITY |
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Understanding how people use their computing devices is vital to understanding the diversity of disability in website usage. This session will explain “what making websites accessible” means, the four principles that provide a foundation for web accessibility, and a guide to website accessibility for implementation.
Spin'n the Web: A Guide to Website Accessibility
March 8, 2022 - 1:30 - 2:30 pm
Learn more about this webinar and register here.
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TRAINING ON INSTRUCTIONAL PRACTICES FOR
POSTSECONDARY SUCCESS
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The TIPPS professional learning series supports post-secondary instructors in the implementation of evidence-based practices that strengthen the teaching and learning process. Special consideration is given to career and technical education (CTE) instructors entering from a career in business and industry, as TIPPS is designed to build from educators’ rich prior experiences and teaching competencies. TIPPS offers additional support for practices that are grounded in research, highlighting practical strategies for educators to adapt to their specific content areas.
Join Our TIPPS Tuesday Cohort!
Facilitated TIPPS sessions will be provided virtually via four interactive webinars on March 22, April 5, 19, and May 3. Deadline to register - March 18.
Learn more about the TIPPS Tuesday Cohort and register here.
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WANT TO JOIN OUR TEAM? ICSPS HAS OPENINGS! |
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ICSPS has openings for two Workforce Innovation Coordinators. This position serves as staff to specific IWIB committees. Responsibilities include creating research, taking minutes at committee meetings, conducting policy analysis, developing and implementing strategic plans, editing marketing materials, and examining quality methods of evaluation.
Competitive candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in educational leadership, adult education, workforce education, economic development, public administration, policy or a humanity field; and two or more years of experience in educational leadership, adult or workforce education, economic development, public administration, policy or a humanity field with specialization or significant experience in Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, policy implementation, business engagement, economic development or adult education and issues related to these areas.
This is a non-continuous, grant funded position. The initial appointment will end on June 30, 2022, the end of the current grant year. Appointment renewal for the following grant year will be based upon available grant funding and performance.
ICSPS is located on the Illinois State University campus in Normal, Ill. Work must be performed within the state of Illinois.
To learn more about the position and apply - click here.
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