SRI&ETTC Professional Development Calendar - March 2023

Professional Development for the K-12 Community provided by the

Southern Regional Institute and Educational Technology Training Center (SRI&ETTC)

SCHOOL OF EDUCATION - STOCKTON UNIVERSITY

SRI&ETTC

10 West Jimmie Leeds Road

Galloway, New Jersey 08205

www.ettc.net

Phone: (609) 626-3850

Fax: (609) 748-6212

FEATURED EVENTS

School Law for Administrators: HIB Including Social Media,

Student Rights and First Amendment Rights

Presented by the SRI&ETTC at Stockton University

March 30, 2023


Today's school leaders work in a dynamic, fast-paced school law environment, and administrators are challenged to keep up with the changes. In this workshop participants will review current legal standards on HIB Including Social Media, Student Rights and First Amendment Rights.


The HIB Including Social Media workshop will focus on the new HIB regulations and review relevant school law cases. In addition the workshop will review student rights and responsibilities, including constitutional rights such as freedom of speech, disciplinary actions, social media, 24/7 rule, student athletic contracts, and transgender rights.


The School Law for Administrators workshop will be presented by Mr. William Donio, Esq.



Mr. Donio is graduate of the Columbia University School of Law. Mr. Donio chairs Cooper Levenson's Education Law Practice Group. He has served as solicitor and special counsel for numerous boards of education, and is on the assigned counsel list for two joint insurance funds. Mr. Donio is also an adjunct professor at Rutgers School of Law Camden.


Audience: Superintendents, Principals, Assistant Principals, Supervisors, and Directors


Cost to Attend: $154.00 or 6 ETTC Hours for the session. For more information on membership contact the SRI&ETTC at 609-626-3850.


Location: The workshops will be presented at the SRI&ETTC, 10 W. Jimmie Leeds Road, Galloway, New Jersey 08205. If you are interested in taking this workshop, but cannot attend in-person please contact the SRI&ETTC at 609-626-3867, as we are offering a hybrid option.


Click here to register for the School Law for Administrators: HIB Including Social Media, Student Rights and First Amendment Rights workshop

Summer Learning Programs: Accelerate or Remediate?

April 20, 2023


Today's Rigorous academics and enrichment have led to a rise in ELA and Math scores for low-income students and students of color in programs in Indianapolis, Indiana. The pandemic has resulted in many well-intentioned schools and districts prioritizing remediation, however, experts emphasize that schools should put rigor and grade-level learning at the forefront. This session will help school and district leaders think about summer learning differently. Strategies for assisting students in accessing grade-level content in order to accelerate their learning will be shared. Make the most of your summer learning program with an emphasis on rigorous academics. 



Click here for more information on the Summer Learning Programs: Accelerate or Remediate? workshop

Closing out the I&RS Year

April 25, 2023


There are many tasks to accomplish at the end of the school year that will ensure a smooth transition in the next school year with regard to Intervention and Referral Services (I&RS). I&RS guidance requires schools and districts to assess the team's procedures, share the results, and apply improvements in the upcoming school year. Professional learning needs for the I&RS team or professional staff should be identified and planned. School leaders and I&RS team members should use the results of their assessment to create recommendations for school-wide planning purposes. This session will focus on how to conduct the end-of-year assessment of I&RS procedures and plan for the upcoming school year. Connections to other building-based teams will be shared as well as how to best collaborate with other teams in order to increase positive outcomes from I&RS. In addition, Title funds will be identified that can be used to support I&RS functions. Scheduling options for I&RS meetings will be shared as well.


Click here for more information on the Closing Out the I&RS Year workshop

The Good Kind of Assessment

May 4, 2023


Formative assessment provides information on how students are doing along the journey of learning. This strategy is integral to instruction and meeting the needs of individual students. This session will focus on the following topics: developing strong formative assessments, monitoring instruction, next steps after reviewing formative assessment data, the role of feedback, improving student agency, and differentiating assessments for students. Mix formative assessment with problem-based learning and get your students more engaged.


Click here for more information on The Good Kind of Assessment workshop

Build Equity through Choice Boards

June 14, 2023


All students should have access to complex problems and rigorous tasks that stimulate their motivation and engagement. Choice Boards are a way of organizing resources and learning tasks for students as well as offers students the opportunity to go beyond the curriculum. With choice board learning, students must actively participate to work towards self-directed learning. Teachers intentionally design choice boards to provide a more play-like approach that offers flexibility in terms of how students share their learning outcomes through multi-modalities. Participants will uncover the benefits, standards-based design, differentiation techniques, and explore activities that cater to every learning style, such as visual, auditory, read-write, and kinesthetic.


Click here for more information on the Build Equity through Choice Boards workshop

STEAM Training at the SRI&ETTC

May 2023


Easy, Pro Level Video Editing with the DaVinci Resolve App for Grades 7-12

May 10, 2023


The DaVinci Resolve video editor is the first free program to provide virtually limitless professional capabilities that teach students techniques that they can take with them to higher levels of video creation and storytelling. This workshop is a comprehensive training program designed for beginners and intermediate users who want to learn the basics of video editing and integrate this process into their classrooms. Participants will learn how to import, organize and edit footage. We will look at its audio editing capabilities as well as adding titles and other enhancements that will propel your projects to a higher level.


Problem Based Learning with Micro:bits

May 17, 2023


Welcome to the Problem-Based Learning with Micro:bits workshop! In this workshop, you will learn how to use Micro:bits to solve real-world problems through a hands-on approach. Micro:bits are small, programmable devices that can be used to teach basic coding and electronics concepts. They are equipped with sensors, buttons, and LEDs, which allow you to create interactive projects and games. You will be presented with a series of problems to solve. You will work in teams to brainstorm solutions, design and build prototypes, and test your solutions. Throughout the process, you will receive guidance and feedback from the workshop facilitators. By the end of this workshop, you will have gained hands-on experience with Micro:bits and problem-based learning. You will have developed your coding and electronics skills, as well as your ability to work collaboratively to solve complex problems.


Problem Based Learning with Hummingbirds

May 24, 2023


Welcome to the Problem-Based Learning with Micro:bit Hummingbird Robotics Kit workshop! In this workshop, you will learn how to use Micro:bit Hummingbird Robotics Kit to solve real-world problems through a hands-on approach. Micro:bits are small, programmable devices that can be used to teach basic coding and electronics concepts. They are equipped with sensors, buttons, and LEDs, which allow you to create interactive projects and games. You will be presented with a series of problems to solve. You will work in teams to brainstorm solutions, design and build prototypes, and test your solutions. Throughout the process, you will receive guidance and feedback from the workshop facilitators. By the end of this workshop, you will have gained hands-on experience with Micro:bit Hummingbird Robotics Kit and problem-based learning. You will have developed your coding and electronics skills, as well as your ability to work collaboratively to solve complex problems.


Click here to register for the STEAM Sessions at the SRI&ETTC

Google Training at the SRI&ETTC

Spring 2023


Beyond Slideshows: Creating Dynamic Visualizations and Interactive Content with Google Slides for K-12 Educators

May 31, 2023


Google Slides has been proven to be an effective presentation application but many users barely scratch the surface of its capabilities. In this session we will dive into the lesser used features of this robust program including: How to use built in tools to create interactive, collaborative, and engaging courseware, and how to create learning activities for any topic or grade level. Some of the features will include: Shapes, diagrams, non-linear slides, and using Explore for content, images and formatting. Enhance your visual communications and student engagement with these simple tools and techniques.


Taming your Gmail for Administrators and Support Staff

June 15, 2023


We all know how to send and receive emails, even send attachments. But most of us allow our Gmail inboxes to become cluttered and confusing. Many of us don't use some of the time saving efficiency tools that this cutting edge mail client provides. This workshop will reveal many of the commonly unused components of Gmail that will help you better organize your correspondence and help you keep your inbox more manageable and you more on-task.


Click here to register for Google Training at the SRI&ETTC

Workshops in the Cloud

Online, Self-Paced, Available Anytime

Presented by the SRI&ETTC at Stockton University

Workshops in the Cloud are online workshops offered by the SRI&ETTC that you can take from the convenience of your home or classroom. Workshops in the Cloud contain the same great content you would expect from our traditional workshops, but registrants can review the content as many times as needed within the allotted time frame and learn at their own pace.


Workshops in the Cloud are available for individual registrations, or for school districts looking to register multiple educators contact the SRI&ETTC at 609-626-3850.


Current offerings include:

  • Dyslexia 1: What You Need to Know
  • Dyslexia 2: Building on what you Already Know
  • Google Admin Online
  • Teacher Effectiveness Institute
  • Writing with Spice
  • SAMR
  • Build Equity with Choice Boards
  • Accessibility Tools for Today’s Classroom - Free workshop!
  • Power Up Your Slides with Bitmoji - Free workshop!


Click here to register for a Workshop in the Cloud

THE SEI ONLNE

A Free 15-Hour Course on Sheltered English Instruction

Developed by the SRI&ETTC Funded by the NJ Department of Education

Educating students who still are acquiring English proficiency can be complex in an age of high stakes evaluations and assessments as well as college and career-ready standards. English language learners (ELLs) are not monolithic in their educational background, cultural experiences, and ability to adapt to learning environments. However, through well-planned instruction, ELLs can attain challenging academic standards.


For more information on this FREE Sheltered English Instruction course visit www.theseionline.com

SRI&ETTC Public Calendar

The SRI&ETTC Public Calendar is updated frequently.

For more information on the workshops listed below visit www.ettc.net/calendar

  • School Law for Administrators: HIB Including Social Media, Student Rights and First Amendment Rights, 3/30/2023
  • Summer Learning Programs: Accelerate or Remediate?, 4/20/2023
  • Closing Out the I&RS Year, 4/25/2023
  • The Good Kind of Assessment, 5/4/2023
  • Easy, Pro Level Video Editing with the DaVinci Resolve App for Grades 7-12, 5/10/2023
  • Problem Based Learning with Micro:bits, 5/17/2023
  • Problem Based Learning with Hummingbirds,  5/24/2023
  • Beyond Slideshows: Creating Dynamic Visualizations and Interactive Content with Google Slides for K-12 Educators,  5/31/2023
  • Build Equity through Choice Boards, 6/14/202
  • Taming your Gmail for Administrators and Support Staff, 6/15/2023
For more information or to register for a workshop visit www.ettc.net

Looking for Custom Programming?


The SRI&ETTC is able to provide custom programming, online or face-to-face, for your district in a wide number of topics including Curriculum and Instruction, Computer Science, Instructional Technology, School Leadership Center, Social and Emotional Learning, Intervention & Referral Services, Emerging Technologies, Mathematics, ELA…and many more!


Contact Dr. Barbara Hagerty, barbara.hagerty@stockton.edu, to discuss professional development options.

Discover Stockton and become a part of the Osprey family!

Encourage your students to explore Stockton by attending our Discover Stockton Open House on Sunday, March 26, 2023 at 11 am. Prospective students and guests will tour our facilities, meet with academic representatives, explore our student life and enjoy delicious cuisine. Students can register by visiting stockton.edu/openhouse.

 

Dual Credit High School Visitation Day

Do you teach a dual credit course in partnership with Stockton University? Please reach out to your administrators and see if you are able to bring your students to the 2nd Annual Dual Credit High School Visitation Day on Thursday, May 18, 2023 from 9:30 am - 1:00 pm at our Galloway Campus. To register for this event, visit: https://choose.stockton.edu/register/dualcreditvisit

 

First to Fly Symposium for Prospective First Generation College Students and Families

Please save the date! Saturday, June 24th from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm at Stockton's Galloway campus. Stockton University is excited to host its first annual First to Fly Leadership Symposium, a day-long event geared towards rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors in local high schools and their families. At the symposium, first generation students and parents navigate obstacles that seem overwhelming when considering attend college. Students will interact with first-generation students, faculty, and staff during the various workshops, panel discussions, interactive activities, and more!

 

News from Graduate Admissions

Stockton University offers master’s and doctoral degrees as well as certificates of graduate study all designed to enhance your educational credentials, skills, knowledge, and career potential. Our education degrees and certifications are fully online including M.A. in Education, M.A. in Instructional Technology, and Ed.D in Organizational Leadership. Register to visit us for our Graduate Open House on Sunday, March 26, 2023 by clicking here https://choose.stockton.edu/portal/graduateevents.

 

For more information about all Graduate Programs at Stockton visit www.stockton.edu/graduate 

Stockton University

Master of Arts in Education Literacy Track

The Master of Arts in Education program is pleased to offer an on-line graduate level Literacy track designed to prepare teachers to meet the needs of all PreK-12 learners in the areas of reading and writing. Through the Literacy track, teachers have the option to earn a Reading Specialist Endorsement. The Reading Specialist endorsement prepares teachers to diagnose and correct reading and writing problems, work cooperatively with school staff specialists, and organize and implement a total literacy program. For information please contact Dr. Kimberly Lebak at Kimberly.Lebak@stockton.edu.

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