Professional Development Opportunities for School Administrators · Fall 2025

Presented by the SRI&ETTC at Stockton University

In this workshop participants will discuss the process of creating a 504 plan for a student, including the paperwork and procedures, as well as the legal requirements of a 504 plan. Participants will have a clear understanding of everything a school district needs to know to ensure your school is compliant. The information presented in this workshop is structured so that participants can turn-key the information with colleagues the next day. Participants will have time at the end of the workshop for a question and answer session.

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Participants will learn to support Multilingual Learners in the general education classroom using instructional and assessment strategies for meeting the needs of Multilingual Learners of varying levels of language development. Session topics will include ways to provide an inclusive environment, how to support language development, modify assessments, and leverage technology tools and resources.

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What teaching strategies actually move the needle for student learning? In this hands-on workshop, educators will explore practical, research-backed strategies proven to accelerate student achievement.

Through active collaboration, real-world examples, and classroom-ready tools, participants will learn to identify which strategies have the greatest impact on student growth and dive into techniques like feedback, cognitive task analysis, and peer discussion that foster engagement and deeper learning, as well as reflect on their own practice and develop a personalized strategy plan for implementation.

Designed for classroom teachers, coaches, and instructional leaders, this session emphasizes small shifts that lead to big gains. Walk away with fresh ideas, clear next steps, and renewed confidence in your instructional decisions.

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In this workshop participants will learn how to develop caring and trusting relationships with students, and learn methods to help students de-escalate conflict and respond effectively to difficult social situations. Participants will learn to identify what disruptive students are communicating when they escalate conflict, and learn to understand the desperation cycle and how to end it. Participants will learn strategies to help disruptive students find more effective ways to meet their needs and work towards a more peaceful learning environment. In addition, educators will have the opportunity to discuss challenging behavior patterns with the instructor.

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Canva for Beginners - January 13, 2026 - 9 am to 12 pm 

Join us for a fun and interactive workshop tailored just for educators new to Canva! In this hands-on session, we'll walk you through the basics, empowering you to create presentations, student projects and visually stunning monthly newsletters that span multiple subjects and courses. You'll learn how to:

- Get comfortable with Canva's interface, templates, and essential features

- Design a cohesive and professional monthly newsletter

- Incorporate various elements like images, graphics, and text

- Explore ideas for student projects using Canva

- Create engaging presentations for back-to-school nights

- Add your own flair to create or enhance your designs

Canva 2: Advanced Canva Techniques for Educators - January 13, 2026 - 1 pm to 3 pm

If you're already comfortable with Canva and ready to take your skills to the next level, this advanced workshop is for you! Dive into Canva's latest AI-powered tools and design options and see how cutting-edge technology can make your teaching materials even more impressive. Discover how Canva can elevate and streamline your design process. In this session, you will:

- Get an overview of Canva's new AI tools and features, explore the benefits

- Learn how to use AI for creating unique designs and enhancing existing templates; we will explore some tips and tricks

- Integrate AI-powered elements into newsletters, presentations, and creative student projects

- Explore advanced design techniques to make your materials stand out

- Have time to create or enhance your own designs using AI tools

Please note: The Canva Sessions can be taken back-to-back.

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The Winter Poetry & Prose Getaway is a conference where educators hone their creative writing skills and expand their teaching strategies. Now celebrating its 32nd anniversary, the Winter Getaway is known for challenging and supportive workshops featuring small classes led by award-winning professionals. Faculty include Jan Beatty, Marina Budhos, Jiordan Castle, Roberta Clipper, Tyrese L. Coleman, Hugo dos Santos, R.G. Evans, Roberto Carlos Garcia, Luray Gross, Darla Himeles, Le Hinton, Anndee Hochman, Mike Ingram, Jason Mitchell, Peter E. Murphy, Nathaniel Popkin, Christine E. Salvatore, J. C. Todd, Gretna Wilkinson, and Jane Wong.

Participants will:

-Engage with the New Jersey Student Learning Standards by practicing different types of writing for -different purposes and audiences.

-Choose from workshops including fiction, songwriting, memoir, creative nonfiction, storytelling, and poetry. Each offers craft discussion, writing prompts, writing time, feedback, motivation, and inspiration.

-Earn PD credit.

Workshops are available for both beginning and experienced creative writers.

The conference was founded by veteran teacher Peter E. Murphy in the belief that when writers leave behind the distractions of their busy lives to gather in an encouraging community, they are able to make important breakthroughs in their art. The author of a dozen books, Peter has received numerous awards and fellowships.

Click here for more information or to register for the Winter Poetry & Prose Getaway