SOUTHWEST CENTER NEWS

June 2024


Updates from the SW Center and Educator Preparation Programs at KSC

Summer Educators Institute & New Teachers Retreat at KSC

The KSC Summer Educators Institute will be held on campus on Wednesday, July 31st from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM. This year's theme is Engaging and Empowering Students & Teachers in Learning. The day will start with the keynote presentation "Be Who You Needed: Building Stronger Connections & Healthier boundaries with Students" by Brooklyn Raney author of One Trusted Adult.


We are excited to be offering this full day of high quality programming at no cost to attendees. Check out the detailed schedule and presenter bios for more information.

REGISTER FOR SUMMER EDUCATORS INSTITUTE

Calling All New Teachers!

We'll also be offering a concurrent New Teachers Retreat on July 31st for newly hired teachers with three or less years of teaching experience. The New Teachers Retreat is an annual event where we nurture and develop early-career educators with workshops tailored to their unique needs. With a mix of instructional sessions taught by current and former teachers, we build skills, community, and confidence, so that teachers feel equipped and inspired to stay in the profession long-term. The one-day 2024 New Teachers Retreat will take place concurrently with the Summer Educators Institute. Participants will join the keynote presentation and participate in a full-day retreat for the remainder of the day. We're pleased to offer the New Teachers Retreat at no cost to attendees.


Visit www.newteachersretreat.com for more details!

REGISTER FOR NEW TEACHERS RETREAT

CPI Institute

Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Trainer Certification Training


KSC will be hosting Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Trainer Certification training on August 13-15, 2024. This is an opportunity to have one or more staff members certified by CPI to provide turnkey training in your school. Individuals who are currently certified and need to renew their certification can attend on August 15th only to renew. REGISTER NOW with CPI.

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Customized Courses and Programs

for Educators


The Southwest Center and Education Department at KSC can work with your school or district to design a program to meet your unique needs. Some examples of what's possible:


  • Teacher Academy cohorts to support newly hired teachers on site-based learning plans
  • Leadership Academy cohorts to develop teacher and school leadership skills
  • Consulting/coaching on a wide variety of topics including leadership and co-teaching


Contact Steve Bigaj if you're interested in learning more about these innovative initiatives!

Courses offered for 2.7 or 4 CEUs with fees starting at just $330. Contact Continuing-Ed@keene.edu for more information.



View a complete course listing

SOUTHWEST CENTER FOR EDUCATOR SUPPORT AT
KEENE STATE COLLEGE
Contact: Steve Bigaj
sbigaj@keene.edu / 603-358-2782