Professional Development Opportunities
Events Calendar
Sessions At-a-Glance
September 2022
September 26, 2022
12:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual
Behavior Change: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly (Part 2)
Description:
We are all looking for behavior change. Whether you want your child to tell you when he has to go to the bathroom, your student to complete his work more quickly, or your roommate to do the dishes – we are always trying to generate some little changes in other people. Using reinforcement & preventative interventions, we can replace negative behaviors with positive, prosocial, & functional responses. This workshop will offer practical solutions to foster increases in positive, communicative behaviors and decreases in problem behaviors. This session will begin by exploring how to apply these strategies to everyday situations in an applicable and proactive way. This approach will focus on the changing outcomes of behaviors by looking at the entire context and approaching behavior change from a function-based perspective. The key is not only teaching communication, but teaching the right type of communication in order to produce long-lasting behavior change. However, we all know – there are those times when things do not go as planned. Learn how to tackle those high-stress situations where no option seems like the right one and all bets are off. This workshop highlights ready-to-use interventions and real-life scenarios. The concepts can be applied to a wide range of environments.
TARGET
AUDIENCE: Special Education Teachers, Interventionists, SLPs, Consultants and all administrators.
Contact: kevin.stephens@wkec.org
Sasha Long, M.A., B.C.B.A., President & Founder of The Autism Helper
September 29, 2022
9:00am - 2:30pm
Virtual (Link will be emailed closer to training date)
Comprehensive School Threat Assessment Guidelines
Description: WKEC is pleased to present Dr. Dewey Cornell’s Comprehensive School Threat Assessment Guidelines.
This model provides a 5-step decision tree and triage approach which will enable most threats to be acted upon immediately and resolved quickly.
One of the key factors in this threat assessment model is to distinguish between transient threats (those threats spoken in anger and frustration and can be resolved easily) and substantive threats (those threats which include serious intent and detailed plans). Thus, a threat assessment plan will delineate the difference between a student MAKING a threat versus the student who POSES a threat.
**Although it is recommended that each person on the school or district Threat Assessment team, have a copy of Comprehensive School Threat Assessment Guidelines manual, it is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that each team have at least one manual.
Available here from Amazon.com or by purchase order from School Threat Assessment Consultants LLC at https://www.schoolta.com/manual. ISBN 978-0-692-19210-8
Audience: Schools are encouraged to attend this training as a multi-disciplinary team, which may include a School Principal or Assistant Principal, School Resource Officer, School Psychologist, School Counselor, School Social Worker or other team members.
Contact: carla.mangels@wkec.org or david.daniel@wkec.org
Sept 29-30, 2022
8:00am - 3:00pm
In-Person Event
WKEC Conference Center
See The Sound Visual Phonics 2-DayTraining
September 29, 2022
10:00am - 11:00am
WKEC Conference Center
435 Outlet Ave
Eddyville, KY
HR 101 Training
Description:
This training is perfect for those new to the Personnel & HR world as well as those who would like a refresher and some handy resources. Topics include the HR Timeline for a school year, posting and hiring processes and requirements, important Personnel policies and statutes, certification, helpful tips, and much more!
Audience: District Personnel and Human Resources Officers
Time: 9:00AM - 12:00PM
September 30, 2022
9:00am - 1:00pm
In-Person
WKEC Conference Center
435 Outlet Ave
Eddyville, KY
Finance Officer Training
Agenda:
9:00 A.M. Welcome and Opening Remarks
9:00 A.M. District Tax Rates –Krystal Smith, KDE
(process, trends, issues…)
10:00 A.M. Federal Funds Update – Eric Bletzinger, Muhlenberg Co Schools
(allowable uses, timelines, projecting end of ESSER funds)
WKEC Deeper Learning KDE ESSER funds – district support funds
Sean, Gretchen Wetzel, Christy Phelps
(allocations, allowable uses, reporting/drawing funds from coop)
11:15 A.M. Working Budgets – Eric Bletzinger, Muhlenberg Co Schools & panel of district finance officers
(assumptions, timelines, tips & tricks)
12:30 P.M. Time Clock Plus – Eric’s experience
District systems for time and attendance tracking
1:00 P.M. Final Remarks and Adjournment
Lunch Sponsored by American Fidelity
Audience: District Finance Officers
Contact: sean.caldwell@wkec.org
October 2022
October 10, 2022
3:30pm - 4:30pm
VIRTUAL
Math Meet Up
This is a time when special education and general education math teachers can join a Zoom call to discuss strategies, hear from expert teachers, and get co-teaching strategies.
This call will be hosted each month on the 2nd Monday of each month.
Time: 3:30PM - 4:30PM
For more information contact emily.fox@wkec.org
October 10, 2022
9:00am - 3:00pm
In-Person
WKEC Conference Center
ACT Tips & Tricks for Student Success
Join WKEC for a day of learning ACT tips and tricks for student success. We will be exploring high school core content and strategies to incorporate ways to boost students' ACT scores.
Time: 9:00AM - 3:00PM
For more information contact christy.phelps@wkec.org
October 13, 2022
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Virtual Session
Exploring KY Social Studies Standards & Inquiry Practices
Grades 7-11
Presented By: Jana Kirchner
Description:
New to Social Studies? New to teaching? Need help understanding the skills and content for your grade level? If yes, join WKEC’s Social Studies Community of Practice as we explore the Kentucky Academic Standards and lessons using inquiry practice. Work with grade-level peers to learn how the disciplinary strands, standards and disciplinary clarifications are organized in the standards document.
Participants will:
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Do a deep dive into the content and skills in grade-level standards
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Participate in lessons that model inquiry practices
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Get instructional materials & resources that can be easily implemented
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Learn quality sites for finding lesson ideas and resources
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Meet with participants in-person and virtually
This is a repeat training! If you attended this training at WKEC or another cooperative last year, you do not need to register for this training. Check our website for more information about a new training for you, “Disciplinary Literacy in Social Studies” that will be held January 30th and 31st.
Audience: Grades 7-11
Time: 3:30PM - 4:30PM
FREE TO WKEC DISTRICTS | $25 NON WKEC
October 17, 2022
8:30am - 3:30pm
WKEC Conference Center
Building Emotional Intelligence
Description: Emotional Intelligence is a quality that can benefit all students and staff and is most effective if incorporated throughout the school in a systematic approach using research proven strategies and evidence-based approaches. Identifying and categorizing feelings, gaining tools and strategies to manage feelings, and understanding social situations are life-long strategies needed to meet the demands of the situation around us and be successful socially. This training will give you all the basics needed to meet those goals and to give a common language to understanding and working through different situations.
Audience: School teams preferred- suggestion of team members include: counselor, administrator, general education teacher, special education teacher, physical therapists, occupational therapists
Time: 8:30AM - 3:30PM
Contact: carla.mangels@wkec.org or kayla.jones@wkec.org
October 18, 2022
8:30am-11:30am CT
VIRTUAL (Zoom link will be sent at a date closer to the training)
Trauma Informed Care
Description: In Kentucky, 1 in 5 children has been exposed to two or more traumatic events by the time they are 5 years old. Therefore, most educators deal with children's reactions to trauma, which can manifest as learning and behavior difficulties in the school setting.
Schools serve as a critical system of support for children who have experienced trauma. Administrators, teachers, and staff can help reduce the effects of trauma on children by recognizing trauma responses, accommodating and responding to traumatized students within the classroom, and referring children to outside professionals when necessary.
Research indicates the following outcomes when schools are “trauma-informed”:
IMPROVED: academic achievement and test scores, school climate, teacher sense of satisfaction and retention, graduation rates, community and family collaboration
REDUCED: student behavioral outbursts and referrals, stress for staff and students, absences, detentions and suspensions
student bullying, harassment and fights as well as the need for special education services and classes.
Audience: It is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that participants attend as school teams. Suggestions for teams include administrator, counselor, general education teacher, special education teacher, and any other pertinent staff that are enthusiastic and eager to serve as change agents, meet regularly, and introduce key concepts about trauma and its impact on learning to the rest of the staff in their school. Members should demonstrate a commitment to building trauma-sensitive schools.
Contact: carla.mangels@wkec.org or david.daniel@wkec.org
October 18, 2022
9:00am-12:00am CT
In-Person
WKEC Conference Center
435 Outlet Ave
Eddyville, KY
Certified Evaluation Update Training
CERTIFIED EVALUATION UPDATE TRAINING
AUDIENCE: All Evaluators of Certified Personnel
LENGTH: Six (6) Hours 3 Synchronous, 3 Asynchronous- EILA Credit Provided
DESCRIPTION: Per KRS 156.557 and 704 KAR 3:370 , all evaluators of certified personnel below the level of superintendent must earn six hours of evaluation training, annually.
October 18, 2022
9:00AM -12:00PM
LOCATION:
Eddyville Conference Center
435 Outlet Ave
Eddyville, KY
This is a complimentary training.
October 20, 2022
3:30pm - 4:30pm
VIRTUAL EVENT
SEL Virtual Series - How to Embed SEL w/Academic Content
Audience: All Educators
Time: 3:30PM - 4:30PM
FREE TO WKEC DISTRICTS | $25 NON WKEC
October 24, 2022
8:30am-2:30pm
In-Person at:
WKEC Conference Center
435 Outlet Avenue
Eddyville, KY 42038
Section 504 Training
Come join us for an in-depth training conversation concerning legal obligations to public school students under section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Teresa Combs will present about topics like eligibility, testing pitfalls, extracurricular access rights, behavior, discipline, service animals, and more. The session will be interactive. Get your questions answered by a highly-experienced education attorney.
CONTACT PERSON: tammy.williams@wkec.org
October 27, 2022
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Virtual Session
Exploring KY Social Studies Standards & Inquiry Practices
Grades 3-6
Presented By: Jana Kirchner
Description:
New to Social Studies? New to teaching? Need help understanding the skills and content for your grade level? If yes, join WKEC’s Social Studies Community of Practice as we explore the Kentucky Academic Standards and lessons using inquiry practice. Work with grade-level peers to learn how the disciplinary strands, standards and disciplinary clarifications are organized in the standards document.
Participants will:
-
Do a deep dive into the content and skills in grade-level standards
-
Participate in lessons that model inquiry practices
-
Get instructional materials & resources that can be easily implemented
-
Learn quality sites for finding lesson ideas and resources
-
Meet with participants in-person and virtually
This is a repeat training! If you attended this training at WKEC or another cooperative last year, you do not need to register for this training. Check our website for more information about a new training for you, “Disciplinary Literacy in Social Studies” that will be held January 30th and 31st.
Audience: Grades 3-6
Time: 3:30PM - 4:30PM
FREE TO WKEC DISTRICTS | $25 NON WKEC
October 27, 2022
8:30am - 3:00pm
In-Person
WKEC Conference
Center
Selecting Phenomena for Three-Dimensional Instruction + Three-Dimensional Science Tasks
Description:
Selecting Phenomena for Three-Dimensional Instruction (1/2 day)
Summary: This professional learning session leads teachers through understanding anchoring phenomena and how to identify one that could anchor a unit of study, a bundle of performance expectations, or a series of lessons. Participants will examine the differences between disciplinary core ideas, phenomena, and design challenges.
AND
Three-Dimensional Science Tasks (1/2 day)
Includes: Understanding of the multiple dimensions of a task and developing 3D tasks
Summary: In three-dimensional science assessment, there is a shift from questions to tasks. What is the difference? In this session, to help meet the intent of the KAS for science, participants will learn more about multi-dimensionality by using tools to analyze tasks for alignment to NGSS for classroom use.
Date: October 27, 2022
Time: 8:30AM - 3:00PM
Location: WKEC Conference Center - Eddyville, KY
Audience: Science Educators
Time: 8:30AM - 3:30PM
FREE TO WKEC DISTRICTS | $25 NON WKEC
October 31, 2022
11:30am - 1:00pm
In-Person
WKEC Conference
Center
WeLEAD Halloween Luncheon
Women in Educational Leadership Roles OR aspiring Women in Educational Leadership Roles - You're Invited to join us for a luncheon event honoring Women in Educational Leadership in West Kentucky.
Spots are limited! Be sure to RSVP Today!
November 2022
November 3, 2022
8:30am - 3:30am
WKEC Conference Center
Word Mapping & LINC Vocabulary Strategies-The Strategic Instruction Model (SIM)
Presented by Dr. Gwen Berry
Description: The Word Mapping & LINCS Vocabulary Strategies a research-based strategy developed at the University of Kansas Center for Research on Learning that
The Word Mapping Strategy helps students identify prefixes, suffixes, and roots and practice predicting the meaning of words using those parts. Instruction in this strategy works best when students have learned basic decoding skills (reading at 4th grade level or higher). This strategy can be taught in different kinds of instructional settings including content area classes, Tier 2 and Tier 3 settings, and special education classes.
The LINCS Vocabulary Strategy helps students learn the meaning of new vocabulary words using powerful memory-enhancement techniques. Strategy steps cue students to focus on critical elements of the concept; to use visual imagery, associations with prior knowledge, and key-word mnemonic devices to create a study card; and to study the card to enhance comprehension and recall of the concept.
Time: 8:30AM - 3:30PM
Contact: tammy.williams@wkec.org or martha.daniel@wkec.org
November 7, 2022
9:00am - 3:00pm
In-Person
WKEC Conference
Center
Restorative Practices for Educators
Description:
Restorative Practices provide schools with a framework to build community, strengthen relationships, and improve school climate. This approach can be seamlessly integrated into the classroom and a school's culture and climate. Restorative Practices can help to restore a sense of belonging, safety, and importance in the school community.
This training will provide a practical approach and provide skills practice with affective statements and the use of circles in creating and sustaining an inclusive and restorative culture that builds positive school communities.
Audience: All Educators K-12
Time: 9:00AM - 3:00PM
FREE TO WKEC DISTRICTS | $25 NON WKEC
November 14, 2022
9:00am - 3:00pm
In-Person
WKEC Conference
Center
Exploring KY Social Studies Standards & Inquiry Practices
Grades 7-11
Presented By: Jana Kirchner
Description:
New to Social Studies? New to teaching? Need help understanding the skills and content for your grade level? If yes, join WKEC’s Social Studies Community of Practice as we explore the Kentucky Academic Standards and lessons using inquiry practice. Work with grade-level peers to learn how the disciplinary strands, standards and disciplinary clarifications are organized in the standards document.
Participants will:
-
Do a deep dive into the content and skills in grade-level standards
-
Participate in lessons that model inquiry practices
-
Get instructional materials & resources that can be easily implemented
-
Learn quality sites for finding lesson ideas and resources
-
Meet with participants in-person and virtually
This is a repeat training! If you attended this training at WKEC or another cooperative last year, you do not need to register for this training. Check our website for more information about a new training for you, “Disciplinary Literacy in Social Studies” that will be held January 30th and 31st.
Audience: Grades 7-11
Time: 9:00AM - 3:00PM
FREE TO WKEC DISTRICTS | $25 NON WKEC
November 14, 2022
3:30pm - 4:30pm
VIRTUAL
Math Meet Up
This is a time when special education and general education math teachers can join a Zoom call to discuss strategies, hear from expert teachers, and get co-teaching strategies.
This call will be hosted each month on the 2nd Monday of each month.
Time: 3:30PM - 4:30PM
For more information contact emily.fox@wkec.org
November 15, 2022
3:30pm - 4:30pm
VIRTUAL EVENT
SEL Virtual Series - Gratitude Is The Best Attitude
Audience: All Educators
Time: 3:30PM - 4:30PM
FREE TO WKEC DISTRICTS | $25 NON WKEC
November 15, 2022
9:00am - 3:00pm
In-Person
WKEC Conference
Center
Exploring KY Social Studies Standards & Inquiry Practices
Grades 3-6
Presented By: Jana Kirchner
Description:
New to Social Studies? New to teaching? Need help understanding the skills and content for your grade level? If yes, join WKEC’s Social Studies Community of Practice as we explore the Kentucky Academic Standards and lessons using inquiry practice. Work with grade-level peers to learn how the disciplinary strands, standards and disciplinary clarifications are organized in the standards document.
Participants will:
-
Do a deep dive into the content and skills in grade-level standards
-
Participate in lessons that model inquiry practices
-
Get instructional materials & resources that can be easily implemented
-
Learn quality sites for finding lesson ideas and resources
-
Meet with participants in-person and virtually
This is a repeat training! If you attended this training at WKEC or another cooperative last year, you do not need to register for this training. Check our website for more information about a new training for you, “Disciplinary Literacy in Social Studies” that will be held January 30th and 31st.
Audience: Grades 3-6
Time: 9:00AM - 3:00PM
FREE TO WKEC DISTRICTS | $25 NON WKEC
December 2022
December 5, 2022
8:30am-2:30pm CT
In-Person at:
WKEC Conference Center
435 Outlet Avenue
Eddyville, KY 42038
Making Instructional Decisions Using IEP Progress Monitoring Data
Description:
DATE: Monday, December 5, 2022
TIME: 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. CT
LOCATION: WKEC Conference Center, Eddyville, KY
TARGET AUDIENCE: Special Education Teachers, Directors of Special Education, ARC Chairperson
SESSION DESCRIPTION: This session will review tools and methods used to collect, graph and analyze student progress data to make instructional decisions for students.
LEARNING TARGETS:
Participants will be able to:
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define and identify methods of measurement
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collect and graph progress data
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analyze, interpret and make instructional decisions based on data
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demonstrate the linkage between progress monitoring and writing present levels for annual goal development
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communicate progress monitoring data
Contact: carla.mangels@wkec.org or tammy.williams@wkec.org
December 8, 2022
3:30pm - 4:30pm
VIRTUAL EVENT
SEL Virtual Series - Supporting Students w/ Anxiety
Audience: All Educators
Time: 3:30PM - 4:30PM
FREE TO WKEC DISTRICTS | $25 NON WKEC
December 12, 2022
3:30pm - 4:30pm
VIRTUAL
Math Meet Up
This is a time when special education and general education math teachers can join a Zoom call to discuss strategies, hear from expert teachers, and get co-teaching strategies.
This call will be hosted each month on the 2nd Monday of each month.
Time: 3:30PM - 4:30PM
For more information contact emily.fox@wkec.org
January 2023
January 3, 2023
8:30am - 11:30am
Virtual Event
Trauma Informed Care
Description:
In Kentucky, 1 in 5 children has been exposed to two or more traumatic events by the time they are 5 years old. Therefore, most educators deal with children's reactions to trauma, which can manifest as learning and behavior difficulties in the school setting.
Schools serve as a critical system of support for children who have experienced trauma. Administrators, teachers, and staff can help reduce the effects of trauma on children by recognizing trauma responses, accommodating and responding to traumatized students within the classroom, and referring children to outside professionals when necessary.
Research indicates the following outcomes when schools are “trauma-informed”:
IMPROVED: academic achievement and test scores, school climate, teacher sense of satisfaction and retention, graduation rates, community and family collaboration
Audience: It is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that participants attend as school teams. Suggestions for teams include administrator, counselor, general education teacher, special education teacher, and any other pertinent staff that are enthusiastic and eager to serve as change agents, meet regularly, and introduce key concepts about trauma and its impact on learning to the rest of the staff in their school. Members should demonstrate a commitment to building trauma-sensitive schools.
Contact: carla.mangels@wkec.org or david.daniel@wkec.org
January 12, 2023
9:00am - 3:00pm
Virtual Event
Exploring KY Social Studies Standards & Inquiry Practices
Grades 7-11
Presented By: Jana Kirchner
Description:
Ever wonder what it means to read, write, and think like a social scientist? Have you wondered what disciplinary literacy in social studies looks and sounds like?
Join us at WKEC to experience proven strategies and sample lessons that will teach your students how to:
Analyze a variety of sources
Practice communicating conclusions
Answer compelling and supporting questions
Audience: Grades 7-11
Time: 3:30PM - 4:30PM
FREE TO WKEC DISTRICTS | $25 NON WKEC
January 26, 2023
9:00am - 3:00pm
Virtual Event
Exploring KY Social Studies Standards & Inquiry Practices
Grades 3-6
Presented By: Jana Kirchner
Description:
Ever wonder what it means to read, write, and think like a social scientist? Have you wondered what disciplinary literacy in social studies looks and sounds like?
Join us at WKEC to experience proven strategies and sample lessons that will teach your students how to:
Analyze a variety of sources
Practice communicating conclusions
Answer compelling and supporting questions
Audience: Grades 7-11
Time: 3:30PM - 4:30PM
FREE TO WKEC DISTRICTS | $25 NON WKEC