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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 on START DATE to begin registration.

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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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Don’t Forget! Register for the New Teacher

Academy through

Berrien RESA!!!

Student Achievement Focus Area:

Capacity for Instruction

School Improvem

ent Category:

Personnel and Professional Learning

Teaching for Learning

Subject: New

Teacher Resources

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.

Please note: Participants with physical or dietary limitations or requirements are asked to notify the workshop coordinator with any specific need before the workshop/event so appropriate accommodations can be made.


New Teacher Academy December 10, 2014 January 14, 2015 February 11, 2015 March 18, 2015 April 15, 2015 May 13, 2015.

All sessions will be held at Berrien RESA from 5 to 7:30 p.m.

Workshops will feature Berrien RESA staff member Ann Marie Shell

Target Audience: All teachers employed in any Berrien County School District are eligible to participate in the Berrien RESA New Teacher Academy (NTA). .

The Berrien RESA New Teacher Academy (NTA) has been created to provide quality professional development experiences that will enhance the professional growth of new teachers. At the same time, it can help new teachers meet the state requirements required for the renewal of his or her Provisional and or Professional teaching certificate.

• Session 1: Surviving & Thriving Your First 3 Years of Teaching: September 17, 2014• Session 2: Learning Facilitator: October 15, 2014• Session 3: Creating the Optimal Learning Environment: November 19, 2014• Session 4: Classroom Tune Up: January 14, 2015• Session 5: You’ve Got to Reach Them to Teach Them: Engagement: February 11, 2015• Session 6: Inviting Students to Learn: Motivation: March 18, 2015• Session 7: Assessment in the Classroom: April 15, 2015• Session 8: Ending The Year Strong: May 13, 2015

Cost: $50Registration Deadline: September 5, 2014Workshop Hours: 20

Questions? Please contact Ann Marie Shell,

Berrien RESA Teacher Consultant at [email protected]

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 30 SCHECH’s in the event that he or she attends a minimum of 6 out of the 8 (75%) sessions offered.

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Subject: Leadership

Leadership AcademyK-12 Teachers and Administrators

Presented by Kelli Campbell, Director of General Education

The academy will provide participants opportunities to grow and strengthen leadership skills. Date Topic December 10, 2014.............................Facilitating Change January 14, 2015 ................................Dealing with Difficult People February 11, 2015 ...............................The Power of Motivation and Encouragement March 18, 2015 ...................................Making Meetings Efficient and Meaningful April 15, 2015 ......................................Communicating Vision and Expectations May 13, 2015 ......................................‘Lean In’ – Utilizing Your Leadership Skills

All sessions from 5-7:30 p.m.Located at Berrien RESA$50 for all sessions or $10 per session

Workshop Hours: 5-20, SCECHs: 5-20Questions? Contact Kelli Campbell, Director of General Education

at 269-471-7725 ext. 1343

Hey K-12

Counselors!!!






Capacity for Leadership

School Improvem

ent Category:


Leadership

Subject: Educational Counseling



Session Dates• September 23, 2014 at Berrien RESA• October 21, 2014 at Southwestern Michigan

College, Dowagiac Campus• November 25, 2014 at Berrien RESA• December 16, 2014 at Berrien RESA• February 24, 2015 at Kinexus • April 21, 2015 at Lake Michigan College

All sessions will begin at 7:45 a.m. and end at 10 a.m.The sessions are free of charge. Registration deadlines vary.

Want information on student career planning?

Want to learn what community resources are available?

Interested in best practices and networking with fellow colleagues?

2014-15 Counselor Academy Seriesthen plan on attending the

Counselor Academies, sponsored by Berrien County Career and Technical Education, provide counselors with professional development opportunities for student career planning, available community resources, counseling best practices, and also provide opportunities for information exchange. Detailed agendas to be determined.

Questions? Please contact Kelly Dargus, Berrien RESA CTE Consultant at (269) 471-7725 ext. 1318

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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 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.




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Subject: Instruction

Use your smart phone to scan the QR Code to register!Questions? Call Kelli Campbell, Director of General Education, at 269-471-7725 ext. 1343

Part of the 2014-2015 Berrien RESA Professional Development Series

BERRIEN RESA'S STUDENT ENGAGEMENT SERIES

"Tools for Engagement"

Eric Jensen

Day 1: October 20th, 2014

8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

at Berrien RESA

"Student Engagement"

Spence Rogers

Day 3: March 19th, 2015

8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

at Berrien RESA

Participants will learn strategies

to increase student engagement

and how to monitor the level of

engagement in their classrooms

Registration Fee:

$75 for both days

Day 1 only............... $50

Day 2 only ............. $50

*select the first option for the full series (at a special rate)*

Number of workshop hours:

6 hours per day or

12 hours totalLunch will be provided

each day from

Noon to 1 p.m.

November 4, 2014January 13, 2015March 3, 2015April 29, 2015Secondary 7:30am to 11:15am Elementary 12:00pm-3:45pm Registration Deadline 10/27/14Berrien RESA Conference Room F





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Registration Fee: $10.00



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Subject: Com

mon C

ore/Mathem

atics

RAISING MATHEMATICIANS:CLASSROOM STRATEGIES THAT

ENSURE MATHEMATICAL SUCCESS FOR ALL

FEATURING PRESENTER Ann Bingham, Berrien RESA

Math Consultant

In this series, K-12 educators will investigate eight essential teaching practices that are necessary to promote the mathematical habits of mind outlined in the Common Core State Standards. Session 1: Establishing goals and implementing high-leverage tasks. Session 2: Making connections and facilitating meaningful discourse. Session3:Purposefulquestioningandbuildingproceduralfluencyfromconceptualunderstanding. Session 4: Supporting productive struggle and utilizing student thinking.

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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 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.





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Subject: InstructionPart of the 2014-2015 Berrien RESA Professional Development Series

Berrien RESA's

Literacy Series

Presented by

Donalyn Miller, Author of "The Book Whisperer," Jeff Anderson, Author of "10 Things Every Writer

Needs to Know," and Amy Williams, Berrien RESA English Language

Arts Consultant

All sessions will be held from 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Located at Berrien RESA

For K-12 Administrators and Teachers

Number of Workshop Hours: 6 hours per day or 30 hours total

Registration Fee: All 5 days................$200

Donalyn Miller ................$100

Amy Williams 1/15/15 .....$502/12/15 .....$50 3/12/15 .....$50

Jeff Anderson................$100

Day 1: January 15, 2015 Amy Williams Topic: Grammar and Word Study

Day 2: January 20, 2014 Donalyn MillerDay 3: February 12, 2015 Amy Williams

Topic: VocabularyDay 4: March 12, 2015 Amy Williams

Topic: ComprehensionDay 5: April 30, 2015 Jeff Anderson

Participants who register for the series will receive all 5 days of professional development as well as two books "The Book Whisperer" and "10 Things Every

Writer Needs to Know"

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maisanetwork

presented by Amy Williams, Berrien RESA English Language Arts Consultant

Grades K-5 MAISA Network• November 11, 2014 • February 3, 2015• May 5, 201512:30 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. at Berrien RESA

Grades 6-12 MAISA Network• November 11, 2014 • February 3, 2015• May 5, 20157:45 a.m. - 11 a.m. at Berrien RESA

Registration Deadline: November 4, 2014Free Registration9.75 Workshop hours; SCECHs: 9

Attn: K-12 Writing Teachers currently utilizing the MAISA Writing units,

This professional learning opportunity will provide support to teachers who are currently using the MAISA writing units in their classrooms. Key topics will include; engaging reluctant writers, classroom management procedures and practices, assessment and responsive teaching, and enhancing the curriculum with additional materials and technology.

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ategory: Teaching for Learning

Subject: Special Education, ASD






Featuring Presenters:Danea Gorbett, Kathy Hickok & Jane Miller Brinkley, Autism Consultants

Evidence-based practices: FBA and function-based decisions

January 21, 20158:15 a.m. to 3:45 p.m

Functional behavior assessment (FBA) is a systematic set of strategies that is used to determine the underlying purpose of behavior, so an effective intervention plan can be developed and implemented with fidelity. Components of FBA include a description of the interfering behavior, identification of antecedents and consequent events that control (maintain) the behavior and the development of a hypothesis.

Participants will receive comprehensive information and hands-on practice collecting and analyzing data, determining the function of behaviors and implementing function-based strategies in order to meet the needs of students with autism and other learning and behavior challenges.

Registration Deadline:

January 19,2015

Location: Berrien RESA Conference

Center Room B/C/D

Cost: FREE


Use your smart phone to scan the QR Code to register!

Workshop Hours: 6 • Questions? Call Danea Gorbett at 269-471-7725 ext 1158


Capacity for Instruction

School Improvem

ent Category:

Teaching for LearningSubject: Special Education, ASD







Educational Strategies for Students with ASDFebruary 25, 20158:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (Registration 8:15 to 8:30) Featuring Berrien RESA staff members Jane Miller-Brinkley and Liz Pockrandt

This training provides participants with a foundation of educational strategies that build upon the strengths of students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and lead to successful learning. Participants are provided an opportunity to experience ASD through sensitivity awareness activities which leads to a better understanding of the learning challenges for these students. Appropriate educational supports are described, including visual strategies, functional communication systems, and appropriate paraprofessional supports.

Participants learn to provide curricular accommodations and modifications so students with ASD have access to appropriate grade-level curriculum.

Target audience: Special education teachers, general education teachers, counselors, speech pathologists, and school social workers

Registration Deadline:

February 24, 2015

Location: Berrien RESA Conference

Center

RoomsB, C & D

Questions? Please contact Berrien RESA ASD Consultants Jane Miller-Brinkley at 269-471-7725 ext. 1171

SCECHs: .6 Total Credit Hours: 6







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Grades K-2 MAISA Informational Writing• March 2, 2015 or• March 9, 2015

8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. at Berrien RESA

Registration Deadline: 2/25/2015Free Registration 6 Workshop hours; SCECHs: 5Attn: Grades K-2 Writing Teachers,

This course will prepare teachers to teach the Informational units found in the MAISA curricular units at their grade level. The workshop will feature model lessons, professional dialogue around successes and challenges with the curriculum, and short- and long-term planning for the classroom.


Please contact Amy Williams, English Language Arts Consultant, for more information.







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Grades 3-5 MAISA Informational Writing• March 4, 2015 or• March 11, 2015


Registration Deadline: 2/25/2015Free Registration6 Workshop hours; SCECHs: 5


Attn: Grades 3-5 Writing Teachers,









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Grades 6-8 MAISA Informational Writing• March 5, 2015


Registration Deadline: 2/25/2015Free Registration6 Workshop hours; SCECHs: 5

Attn: Grades 6-8 Writing Teachers,




PD Focus Area:

Leadership

School Improvem

ent Category:

Personnel and Professional LearningSubject: H

omeless Youth






Federal Financial Aid Update & Homeless Youth

Help students understand that higher education is an option by exploring possibilities, providing assistance with admission applications, and seeking financial aid. Learn about assistance available to students in accessing higher education, especially students who are eligible for independent status as a result of their homeless status. Mr. Mark Delorey, Director of Financial Aid at Western Michigan University, will share his expertise and resources to assist you in working with your students. Come learn and ask questions!

Presented by Mark Delorey, Director of Financial AidWestern Michigan University

Registration and Admission is FreeDeadline to Register: January 30, 2015

February 6, 2015 9:30-11 a.m. at Berrien RESA

For more information, please contact Joyce Miller, MV Grant Consortium Coordinator, at (269) 471-7755 ext. 1126.

PD Focus Area:

Instruction

School Improvem

ent Category:

Teaching for LearningSubject: M

ath & ELA






MSTEP MOMENTUMDoes the new MStep assessment have you wondering if your students will be prepared for computer adaptive testing and performance tasks? Join Ann Bingham (Berrien RESA Math Consultant) and Amy Williams (Berrien RESA ELA Consultant) to learn how you can make easy-to-implement refinements in what you are already doing to better prepare your students for the assessment in April.

All sessions take place at Berrien RESA. Registration is Free.

ELA MStep Momentum Sessions

February 2nd 8 am - 12 p.m. ELA Parts 1 and 2February 2nd 4 pm - 6 p.m. ELA Part 1February 16th 4 pm - 6 p.m. ELA Part 2

Math MStep Momentum Sessions

February 9th 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. Math Parts 1 and 2February 9th 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. Math Part 1February 23rd 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. Math Part 2

Please contact Amy Williams at (269) 471-7725 ext. 1134, or Ann Bingham at (269) 471-7725 ext. 1274 with any questions.*SCECHs not provided at these sessions.

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Leadership

School Improvem

ent Category:

Leadership

Subject: Evaluations


Supporting Teacher GrowthThrough the Evaluation Process

March 10 & 11, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Berrien RESA

This session is intended for administrators and school leaders who have the responsibility of evaluating teaching staff. Participants will learn how to use evaluation discussions with teachers to positively impact student achievement. Opportunities to collaborate, learn new reflective conversation skills, and promote consistency in the assessment of instruction will be available to all participants.

Presented by Mary Stearns and Char Firlik

Registration is $100 and includes the cost of lunch, served from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. both days. 5-10 SCECHs available for $10.

Contact Kelli Campbell, Director of General Education, with questions at (269) 471-7725 ext. 1343.


Capacity for D

ata Use/Analysis and Leadership

School Improvem

ent Category:

Leadership, Data Inform

ation and Managem

ent


Subject: Student Achievement Fram

ework

Student Achievement Framework Leadership Team:Winter 2015 Data ReviewFeaturing Berrien RESA Staff Member Ann Marie Shell







Cost: $10(5.5 workshop hours)

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

This training will provide school leadership teams with time to review the current status of their universal tier of a Multi-Tier System of Supports and act upon data to improve their student outcomes. Teams will identify areas to celebrate success with the school community, while using a problem-solving process to prepare implementation improvements for the rest of the school year and next year.

All trainings are from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Berrien RESA, Room F.Registration is free. Deadline to Register: January 30, 2015.

• February 4, 2015• May 28, 2015

By the end of the session, leadership teams will:

•Review the progress on action plans developed during previous trainings and/or data reviews•Analyze data in relation to their action plans from previous trainings and/or data reviews•Develop and/or refine strategies & activities for the 2014-15 school year based on identified needs and linked to upcoming training(s)•Identify how accomplishments will be celebrated and with whom•Identify how progress and barriers will be communicated to all building staff & district

• February 9, 2015• May 29, 2015

Session Dates for Elementary School Teams: Session Dates for Middle/High School Teams:

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