the compass (updated 9 29 15)

Berrien RESAToday’s Purpose - Tomorrow’s Promise.

THE BERRIEN RESA

COMPASSA Professional Development Catalog for the Education Community

Administrative Conference Center711 St. Joseph Ave.P.O. Box 364Berrien Springs, MI 49103(269) 471-7725(269) 471-2941 (fax)

Courses being offered by Berrien RESA have been developed/contracted to address the needs of the Berrien County Student Achievement Framework, Michigan Common Core Standards and School Improvement Plans

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THE BERRIEN RESA

COMPASS


The Compass is a publica-tion of the Berrien Regional Education Service Agency. Comments, suggestions or questions may be sent to Karen Heath, Supervisor of Communications at [email protected]. The views and perspectives shared in “Parents Advocating Com-munication” may not necessar-ily reflect those of the Berrien Regional Education Service Agency, affiliated schools, staff or board members.

Berrien RESA complies with all federal and state laws and reg-ulations prohibiting discrimina-tion and with all requirements and regulations of the United States Department of Educa-tion and the Michigan State Department of Education.

How to Register For a Professional Development WorkshopUsing Coursewhere (a product of Solutionwhere, Inc.)GO TO: http://www.solutionwhere.com/berrienresa/cw/main.asp• Click the “Logon” link above to Enter Your User ID and Password.

• When logged in, select a “View By” option, then choose a course by clicking on the title. Click onSTART DATE to begin registration.

Please follow the directions below to create both your User ID and Password:

USER ID: User IDs should not be longer than 20 characters.PASSWORD: Passwords should be at least 8 characters, but not more than 20. Please be sure to save your Login ID and Password.

For credit card payments, please contact Jo Urias at (269) 471-7725, ext. 1149. A receipt is available upon request.

Cancellations: Registration fee will be refunded only if cancellation is received two working days prior to the workshop start date. You must send an e-mail cancellation notice to [email protected] containing the title of the workshop. Your reply message will be your confirmation.

Inclement Weather: If Berrien RESA is closed, each of its schools, facilities and programs, as well as all workshops and meetings are cancelled for that day. In case of potential inclement weather, be sure to check our website, your local news station, and/or call the Berrien RESA switchboard at (269) 471-7725.

In accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, it is the policy of the Berrien Regional Education Service Agency to prohibit discrimination on the basis of handicap against qualified handi-capped persons, in admission or access to, participation in, or treatment of employment in, its programs and activities. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to Human Resources, Berrien RESA, 711 St. Joseph Avenue, Berrien Springs, MI 49103; telephone (269) 471- 7725; fax (269) 471-2941.

Billing: Unless you tell us differently, your district/company will be billed for any workshop for which you have registered. If you will be self-paying, you may pay by check or credit card. Please make checks payable to Berrien RESA and send to:

REGISTRATIONS 711 St. Joseph Avenue Berrien Springs, MI 49103

Berrien RESA Conference Center Space is Available for Rent!The Berrien RESA Administrative Conference rooms are available for community use. For rates and rental availability, please contact Teresa Schueneman at (269) 471-7725 ext. 1225 for assistance.

Mission: “We support our school community with respect and compassion through quality programs, leadership and dedicated partnerships.”

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CANCELLATIONS: Registration fee will be refunded only if cancellation is received two working days prior to the workshop start date. You must send an e-mail cancellation notice to [email protected] containing the title of the workshop. Your reply message will be your confirmation.

To view all of Berrien RESA’s professional development opportunities, please visit www.berrienresa.org/development

In accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, it is the policy of the Berrien Regional Education Service Agency to prohibit dis-crimination on the basis of handicap against qualified handicapped persons, in admission or access to, participation in, or treatment of employment in, its programs and activities. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to Human Resources, Berrien RESA, 711 St. Joseph Avenue, Berrien Springs, MI 49103; telephone (269) 471- 7725; fax (269) 471-2941.


Student Achievement Focus Area: Instruction

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Subject: Literacy

TO REGISTER, VISIT: http://www.solutionwhere.com/berrienresa/cw/showcourse.asp?300

Registration: $260 for all 3 days6-18 SCECHs ($10)

June 22-23 & October 29, 20158:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Berrien RESA

Leveled Literacy Intervention - PrimaryBased on Work by Fountas and Pinnell Targeting Grades K-2

The groundbreaking new Fountas & Pinnell Leveled Literacy Intervention is a small-group, supplementary intervention program designed for young children who struggle with reading and writing. Designed to bring children up to grade-level performance in as few as 18-24 weeks, LLI is a powerful, research-based early intervention program that can prevent literacy difficulties before they turn into long-term challenges.

Professional Support for LLI includes three days of training (two days of intensive learning plus one follow-up day) to give participants an in depth understanding of the LLI systems:

• LLI Orange System, Levels A-C (Kindergarten), 70 Lessons with 70 original titles• LLI Green System, Levels A-J (Grade 1), 110 Lessons with 110 original titles• LLI Blue System, Levels C-N (Grade 2), 120 Lessons with 120 original titles

Several components included in each LLI system will be explored, including the new Fountas and Pinnell professional books When Readers Struggle: Teaching That Works, The Fountas & Pinnell Prompting Guide 1, and the Program Guide, which comprehensively outlines the implementation of the System.

Topics within the three-day Professional Support curriculum include:

• Overview of the Lesson Framework• Understanding the demands of texts• Assessing and grouping students• Teaching within the LLI Lessons• Using the Prompting Guide• Documenting progress

In addition to learning how to implement LLI lessons, participants will deepen their understanding of many research-based techniques to help struggling readers make accelerated progress.

Please expect to have lunch on your own. Questions may be directed to Kelli Campbell, Berrien RESA Director of Education, at [email protected] or (269) 471-7725 ext. 1343.






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Registration: $260 for all 3 days6-18 SCECHs ($10)

June 24-25 & October 30, 20158:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Berrien RESA

Leveled Literacy Intervention - IntermediateBased on Work by Fountas and Pinnell Targeting Grades 3-5

The newly released Leveled Literacy Intervention (LLI) Red, Gold, and Purple systems are designed for students in grades 3, 4 and 5 who are reading below grade level. These systems may also be used to help students at higher grade levels who are reading below level W. Designed to bring students up to grade-level performance in as little as 18-24 weeks, LLI Intermediate Systems deliver powerful, research-based intervention geared specifically for intermediate students who are lagging behind their peers in literacy learning. The intervention is designed to take place in addition to classroom literacy instruction.

In this seminar, participants will receive three days of intensive training (two days of start-up training and one follow-up day) on the LLI Red, Gold, and Purple systems and will learn specific strategies to address the needs of struggling older readers. In addition to an overview of the components and implementation of new LLI Red, Gold, and Purple systems, this program delves in to the advanced routines needed for intermediate students. These routines include a focus on comprehension, vocabulary development, and fluency, as well as phonics and word study principles, book discussion formats, writing about reading routines, novel study units, test taking study, and silent reading.

This three-day training includes:• An introduction to the LLI Red, Gold, and Purple systems with special attention on what the research has shown

to be effective instruction for older, struggling readers.• Clear rationales for the instructional procedures in the LLI Red, Gold, and Purple systems–comprehension,

vocabulary development, fluency, phonics/word study, and writing about reading–and how they all contribute to the reader’s development of an effective processing system.

• Opportunities to observe, discuss, and practice using the lesson frameworks, instructional procedures, and resources in the LLI Red, Gold, and Purple systems.

• A focus on supporting students to develop strategic actions for processing text using a gradient of high quality fiction and nonfiction texts, written explicitly for the LLI Red, Gold, and Purple systems.

• Specific instruction on the assessment and record keeping in the LLI Red, Gold, and Purple systems that is crucial to inform teaching decisions and maximize effectiveness.

• An introduction to the Online Resources website for accessing materials and the LLI Data Management Website for recording, collecting, and analyzing data on student progress.

Please expect to have lunch on your own. Questions may be directed to Kelli Campbell, Berrien RESA Director of Education, at [email protected] or (269) 471-7725 ext. 1343.





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Teaching for Learning

Subject: Instruction

maisaK-2 reading & writing workshops

Presented by Amy Williams, Berrien RESA English Language Arts Consultant

TO REGISTER, VISIT: https://www.solutionwhere.com/berrienresa/cw/showconference.asp?322

Questions? Contact: Amy Williams, ELA Consultant [email protected] (269) 471-7725 ext. 1134

During these workshops, teachers will explore the MAISA narrative, opinion, or informational reading and writing units at their grade level. In each course, teachers will engage in model lessons, professional dialogue around successes and challenges, and short and long term planning.

Note: These courses do not form a series - you must register individually for each course you wish to attend.

No registration fee. Lunch on your own.

5-33 SCECHs: $10(Each session is 5 SCECHs)

• August 10, 2015 - K-2 Narrative Reading Units

• August 25, 2015 - K-2 Narrative Writing Units

• October 20, 2015 - K-2 Opinion Writing Units

• November 10, 2015 - K-2 Opinion Reading Units

• January 26, 2016 - K-2 Informational Writing Units

• March 29, 2016 - K-2 Informational Reading Units

8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.at Berrien RESA(Registration begins at 8 a.m.)

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maisagrades 3-5 reading & writing workshops




During these workshops, teachers will explore the MAISA narrative, opinion, or informational reading and writing units at their grade level. In each course, teachers will engage in model lessons, professional dialogue around successes and challenges, and short and long term planning.




• August 11, 2015 - 3-8 Narrative Reading Units*

• August 26, 2015 - 3-5 Narrative Writing Units

• October 21, 2015 - 3-5 Opinion Writing Units

• November 12, 2015 - 3-5 Opinion Reading Units

• January 27, 2016 - 3-5 Informational Writing Units

• March 30, 2016 - 3-5 Informational Reading Units


*Register for this course by visiting: https://www.solutionwhere.com/berrienresa/cw/showconference.asp?324For all other classes, visit the registration link below.









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maisagrades 6-8 reading & writing workshops




During these workshops, teachers will explore the MAISA narrative, argument, or informational reading and writing units at their grade level. In each course, teachers will engage in model lessons, professional dialogue around successes and challenges, and short and long term planning.




• August 11, 2015 - 3-8 Narrative Reading Units*

• August 27, 2015 - 6-8 Narrative Writing Units

• October 22, 2015 - 6-8 Argument Writing Units

• November 13, 2015 - 6-8 Argument Reading Units

• January 28, 2016 - 6-8 Informational Writing Units

• March 31, 2016 - 6-8 Informational Reading Units


*Register for this course by visiting: https://www.solutionwhere.com/berrienresa/cw/showconference.asp?324For all other classes, visit the registration link below.







Student Achievement Focus Area: Instruction, Leadership

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ategory: Teaching for Learning, Leadership

Subject: Leadership


This PLC Academy course is divided into three parts. Building Leadership Teams will participate in an ongoing six day professional development experience throughout the 2015-2016 school year. Participants will receive continued feedback and support while learning how to lead high-performing collaborative teams. The course will focus on linking assessment data with instruction and interventions, as well as building assessment literacy.

SOLUTION TREE PLC ACADEMY

Questions? Contact Kelli Campbell at [email protected] or (269) 471-7725 ext. 1343.

Registration: $450 (includes 6 days of PD and lunch each day)

Part I: August 10-11, 2015 Part II: January 13-14, 2016Part III: June 7-8, 2016Each session takes place from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Berrien RESA.

6-36 SCECHs: $10

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Subject: Teaching


Through collaboration, coaching, and action research,The Engaging Teacher Academy is designed for a small cohort of self-contained elementary classroom teachers interested in enhancing student engagement through evidence-based instructional practices. Academy members will acquire and expand their knowledge of the pedagogical skills necessary to meet the needs of today’s students.

Please note: Academy members must make a year-long (September-May) commitment. The cohort will meet 7 times for 90 minute sessions. In addition to monthly cohort collaboration meetings, each member will receive individualized coaching to further enhance his or her personal and professional growth in evidence-based instructional practices.

The Engaging Teacher Academy

*All sessions take place from 4:30 to 6 p.m. The first session on September 10 will be held at Berrien RESA, with subsequent session locations to be determined.

Dates:*• September 10, 2015• October 7, 2015• November 12, 2015

• April 13, 2016• May 12, 2016

• January 14, 2016• February 11, 2016• March 10, 2016

25 SCECHs: $10

FREE RegistrationRegistration Deadline

September 5, 2015

Questions? Contact Ann Marie Shell at (269) 471-2941 ext. 1256 or [email protected].







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ategory: Personnel & Professional Learning

Subject: Special Education


Special Education NetworkAll session take place at

Berrien RESA from 4:30 - 6 p.m.

September 29, 2015October 27, 2015December 1, 2015January 26, 2016February 23, 2016

April 19, 2016

This Network allows special education providers to meet, collaborate, obtain resources and build a professional support network within the county. A variety of relevant topics, from assessment to instruction, will be discussed.

No registration fee. Please register at least 24 hours before the next session you plan to attend.Questions? Contact Liz Pockrandt, Teacher Consultant, at (269) 471-7725 ext. 1257 or [email protected]







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Subject: Literacy


This three session course will provide content area teachers (Math, Science, Social Studies, Etc.) with research-based practices for how they can impove students’ reading, comprehension, and writing in their content areas. If teachers have previously attended Reading Apprenticeship training they will likely find this workshop redundant.

I. September 30, 2015II. December 2, 2015III. March 16, 2016

Each session takes place 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.at Berrien RESAsign-in begins at 8 a.m.

Register by:September 11

Fee: $50Lunch on your own

16 SCECHs: $10

for all content areasPresented by Amy Williams,

ELA Consultant







The Berrien RESA New Teacher Academy (NTA) has been created to provide quality professional learning experiences that will enhance the professional learning of Berrien County teachers. In addition to professional learning, the NTA provides new teachers (in his or her first three years of teaching) the opportunity to work towards the state requirement of 15 days of required professional learning for new teachers. Teachers beyond the first three years of teaching have the opportunity to earn 25 SCECHs (1 credit) towards the renewal of his or her Provisional and or Professional teaching certificate.

All teachers employed in any Berrien County School District are eligible to participate in the Berrien RESA New Teacher Academy!

Cost: $50 Registration Deadline: September 5, 2015 25 SCECHs: $10

Questions? Please contact Ann Marie Shell, Berrien RESA Teacher Consultant at [email protected] or (269) 471-7725 ext. 1256.

PLEASE NOTE:

* Session topics are subject to change depending on the needs and desires of the participants enrolled in the NTA.** The planned sessions for the New Teacher Academy will give new teachers a total of 25 SCECHs in the event that he or she attends a minimum of 75% sessions offered.


Berrien RESA’s

NEW TEACHER ACADEMY2015-16 School Year

• September 30, 2015: Surviving & Thriving Your First 3 Years of Teaching• October 21, 2015: Classroom Management Day 1• November 18, 2015: Classroom Management Day 2• December 16, 2015: Technology (TWITTER CHAT) • January 28, 2016: BREAK OUT SESSIONS (Math, ELA, SpED, and more)• February 29, 2016: BREAK OUT SESSIONS (Math, ELA, SpED, and more)• March 16, 2016: Differentiated Instruction• April 13, 2016: Assessment• May 18, 2016: Ending The Year Strong

Each session takes place 4:30 - 7 p.m. at Berrien RESA.


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• September 30, 2015: Establishing goals and implementing high-leverage tasks • October 28, 2015: Making connections and facilitating meaningful discourse • November 18, 2015: Purposeful questioning and building procedural fluency from conceptual understanding • December 9, 2015: Supporting productive struggle and utilizing student thinking

All sessions meet at Berrien RESA, 12:30 - 3:45 p.m. Register by September 28: $10. 12 SCECHs available for $10.






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Raising Elementary Mathematicians:Classroom Strategies that Ensure Mathematical Success for All

In this series, elementary educators will investigate eight essential teaching practices that are necessary to promote the mathematical habits of mind outlined in the Common Core State Standards.

Questions? Contact Ann Bingham, Mathematics Education [email protected] or (269) 471-7725 ext. 1274

Developing with Technology for Learning October 7 November 18, 2015

Technology for Learning sessions will give educators the opportunity to learn about various web tools and sites you could use in your classroom with students the next day. Participants will investigate a variety of topics, and then complete "handson" activities to further explore the topic and its application in their job.

This is a blended course a majority of the work will be completed online, along with a mandatory facetoface session that occurs after the course has started. Content in this course is aligned to a portion of the 21 Things for Teachers content. This course is approximately ⅓ of the 21 Things course.

Important Course Dates Course Start Date: October 7 (online) FacetoFace: 4:307:00 pm choose your location

● Berrien RESA ● Calhoun ISD ● Kalamazoo RESA

Course End Date: November 18

30 SCECHs Available Optional Fee: $25 Registration: http://goo.gl/forms/Q1jAuvZu6b Direct any questions to:

Melinda Waffle Educational Technology Consultant

REMC 12E Director Calhoun ISD

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Joe Rommel Educational Technology Consultant

REMC 11 Berrien RESA

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Tina Tribu Instructional Technologist/Data Specialist

REMC 12W Director Kalamazoo RESA [email protected]

Topics that will be covered: Basics

Refresh or learn about keyboard shortcuts, screenshots and other useful skills for helping you master the course and build your efficiency with technology

Face of Your Classroom Create a space to apply your learning from this course and extend your learning and efficiencies by using it with your students.

Assessment & Evaluation FERPA Get a refresher on laws surrounding educators especially FERPA and how it applies to you.

Communication Learn about several tools that can easily help you extend your classroom beyond the walls.

Digital Images Create and share with easy to use online photo sites.

Productivity Learn to use several tools for increased efficiency and communication with your students and parents.

Digital Citizenship Explore various areas of digital citizenship and how they apply to you and your students.

Powerful Presentations Break free of presentations tied to traditional software learn about several online options and create using one of them.

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Subject: Health


) Learn about the new Michigan School Health Survey System and get step-by-step instructions for implementing MiPHY and other school health surveys. These webinars include live Q&A with State staff.

MiPHY WebinarOctober 8, 2015

2:45-3:45 p.m.or

October 14,201510:14-11:25 a.m.

Presented by Nicole Kramer of MDE Coordinated School Heath & Safety Programs

This session is free. Login anywhere!Links and login information will be sent to registrants via email.

Questions? Contact Joyce Miller, Health Coordinator, at (269) 471-7725 or ext. 1126, or [email protected].







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Subject: Technology


PLEASE NOTE: A Purchase Order Number from your district must be submitted with your registration. After registering, please fax the Purchase Order to Sue Kruck at (269) 471-9731 or email to [email protected]. The first 5 registrants with Purchase Orders received will be accepted. Contact John Phillips, Technology Consultant, with any questions at (269) 471-7725 ext. 1101 or [email protected].

Join us for a full day of 3D printing! Experts from SeeMeCNC are coming to Berrien RESA to teach you all about your brand new Rostock MAX 3D printer that you will receive with the cost of registration! Highlights of the day will include how to get started with 3D printing, how to use the printer with your students across the curriculum, and how to troubleshoot the printer if needed.

October 9, 20158:15 a.m. - 4 p.m.at Berrien RESA

Cost: $1500. Registration fee covers the cost of one Rostock MAX 3D printer for each participant to keep. Register by September 11.

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3D Printing Workshop


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Subject: Leadership


Facilitation StrategieS

Participants will spend a day immersed in facilitation protocols. This course provides the opportunity to reflect on each facilitation strategy and how it can impact professional presentations and/or classroom instruction.

Questions? Contact Amy Williams, ELA Consultant, at [email protected] or (269) 471-7725 ext. 1134.

Registration Fee: $10

Lunch Included

Register by October 7

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Contact Amy Williams, ELA Consultant, with questions at: [email protected], or (269) 471-2941 ext. 1134.

Free Registration Lunch on your own

October 15, 2015 &February 17, 201611 a.m. - 4 p.m.Berrien RESA

This workshop series is designed to provide DAILY 5 practioners an opportunity to celebrate their successes and troubleshoot their trials. This workshop is open to individuals who are new to DAILY 5, as well as seasoned veterans.

7 SCECHs: $5

Registration begins at 10:30 a.m.

Presented by Amy Williams, Berrien RESA ELA Consultant






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Paraprofessional Training

Participants will be provided an overview of challenges typically encountered by paraprofessionals when working with students with autism and other developmental disabilities in a classroom setting.

Specific topics covered include behavior, data collection, implementing evidence-based practices, and facilitating independence and social relationships with peers.

4:15 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.at Berrien RESAOctober 26, 2015November 30, 2015December 14, 2015 & February 29, 2016

Register by:October 24, 2015

Registration is FREEDinner is included at no cost.

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This session will explore Lucy Calkins’ new book on quality writing assessment. Individuals will benefit most from this session if they are utilizing the MAISA Writing units or Lucy Calkins’ Writing units. Discussion topics will include on-demand assessment probes, writing continuums, and student-facing check lists/self-assessments.

Registration Fee: $50.00 (includes lunch and one copy of Writing Pathways)

Register by October 16

November 4, 20158:30 a.m. -3:30 p.m.

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Writing Assessment

Questions? Contact: Amy Williams, ELA [email protected](269) 471-7725 ext.1134

5 SCECHs: $10

Leading Learning for Results: Level 1 November 5-6, 2015Berrien RESA 711 ST. JOSEPH AVENUE, BERRIEN SPRINGS, MI 49103

Hosted in collaboration by MEMSPA and Michigan ASCD Presenter: Kimberly St. Martin, Ph.D. MiBLSi Assistant Director Cost: $250 (Includes both days) Time: Both Sessions: Registration - 8:00am; Workshop - 8:30am-3:45pm (light breakfast and lunch included) Audience: Instructional Leaders, Administrators, Principals and Teacher Leaders Learning Objectives - Participants will: • Unpack Hattie’s synthesis of the research outlined in the book, Visible Learning: A Synthesis of Over 800

Meta-Analyses• Discuss the components of effective instruction• Relate the components of effective instruction with the list of effect sizes outline in Visible Learning to

identify areas of overlap• Briefly discuss how best to select practices / strategies for district-wide implementation• Connect the information from the book Visible Learning to understanding the factors that influence our

mind’s ability to retain information (understanding the “why”)• Review the factors that contribute to cognitive overload • Discuss the conditions necessary for optimal learning• Briefly discuss the challenges with leading during a time when people are asked to change practices• Begin to unpack some of the leadership practices outlined in School Leadership that Works that are most

helpful for staff to move through the change process 6 SCECHs per day Pending MDE approval

Registration Form Payment InformationKim St. Martin - Leading Learning for Results: Level 1 (Berrien)

Full name: _________________________________Informal name: ____________________________Position: ___________________________________Company/District: _________________________Company address: ________________________City/state/zip: _____________________________Email (required): ___________________________Phone number: ____________________________ You can register online at michiganascd.org or memspa.org

A $50 service fee will be retained for cancellations. No refunds are given for cancellations within two weeks of the event. Substitutions may be made at any time. It is the registrant’s responsibility to verify workshop status in the event of severe weather or other emergencies. Payment must be received by the date of the event or a $25 late fee will be assessed. Purchase order is not payment. Pre-registration is strongly recommended. Registration cannot be guaranteed at the door.

Registration fee: $250 ($150 for 1 Day) Payment option: Check enclosed payable to MEMSPA Credit Card: Visa MasterCardName on card: _______________________________________Card # _______________________________________________Expiration date: _______________________________________

Signature: _____________________________________________

Send form to: MEMSPA 1980 N College Rd Mason, MI 48854 Fax: 517-694-8945






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Contact Amy Williams, ELA Consultant, with questions at: [email protected], or (269) 471-2941 ext. 1134.

Registration fee: $35 Deadline: November 30

Fee includes lunch anda copy of The Café.

December 9, 20158:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.Berrien RESA

This workshop is designed for teachers who have read the DAILY 5 book and previously implemented the DAILY 5 work structure for at least one full school year. The Café will be addressed. Math Daily 3 will not be covered in this session.

5 SCECHs: $10

Registration begins at 8 a.m.

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Take the complexity out of creating an effective differentiated classroom with easy-to-implement, step-by-step plans and doable strategies. Design engaging and meaningful lessons that meet standards and benchmarks, while honoring the varied learners in your classroom.

Check out www.kathleenkryza.com for more information and resources!

Differentiating Instruction: Practical Strategies for Real Classrooms

Kathleen Kryza’s

January 18, 20168:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.Mars Community Ctr.

1 Sylvester Ave.Berrien Springs, MI

Register before January 18,2016

Cost: $85 (includes lunch)

5 SCECHs: $10

Questions? Contact Kelli Campbell, Director of General Education, at (269) 471-2941 ext. 1343 or [email protected].


http://www.kathleenkryza.com






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The RTI at Work™ model builds on the foundation of the Professional Learning Communities at Work™ process by using team structures and a focus on learning, collaboration, and results to drive successful outcomes. Mattos will emphasize that all students must have access at Tier 1 to essential grade-level curriculum and highly effective instructional practices to prevent most

learning struggles. In addition, a school must provide increasing targeted supplemental (Tier 2) and intensive (Tier 3) interventions for all students needing additional support to master the

academic skills, knowledge, and behaviors required to succeed in school and beyond.

Registration Fee: $250 - Lunch included. Register by January 13

Mike Mattos: RtI at Work

Questions? Contact Kelli Campbell at (269) 471-7725 ext. 1343 or [email protected]

SCECHs: 6-12 for $5

January 19 & 20th, 2016 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.Berrien RESA

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In this three part series, elementary educators will work in teams comprised of at least one math teacher and one arts teacher from their respective buildings. Participants will explore the eight habits of mind in both mathematics and the arts to discover the striking similarities. Teams will participate in a variety of activities that illustrate how these two seemingly differenttopics can coexist in the classroom. All work will be rooted in promoting the habits of mind established by both disciplines.

January 26, 2016: Developing a Shared Understanding of Habits of MindFebruary 23, 2016: Investigating High Leverage Tasks

March 22, 2016: Developing Collaborative UnitsAll sessions take place at Berrien RESA, 12:30 - 3:45 p.m.

Right Brain meets Left BrainFostering Habits of Mind through Mathematics and the Arts: Elementary Edition

Registration Fee: $109 SCECHs for $10

Questions? Contact Ann Bingham,

Mathematics Education Consultant: (269) 471-7725 ext. 1274

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In this three part series, secondary educators will work in teams comprised of at least one math teacher and one arts teacher from their respective buildings. Participants will explore the eight habits of mind in both mathematics and the arts to discover the striking similarities. Teams will participate in a variety of activities that illustrate how these two seemingly different topics can coexist in the classroom. All work will be rooted in promoting the habits of mind established by both disciplines.

January 26, 2016: Developing a Shared Understanding of Habits of MindFebruary 23, 2016: Investigating High Leverage TasksMarch 22, 2016: Developing Collaborative UnitsAll sessions take place at Berrien RESA, 8 - 11:15 a.m.

Contact Ann Bingham, Mathematics Education Consultant, for more information:[email protected](269) 471-7725 ext. 1274

9 SCECHs for $10 Registration Fee: $10

Register by January 22

Right Brain meets Left BrainFostering Habits of Mind through

Mathematics and the Arts: Secondary Edition


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