Description: Flashlight is an innovative English Language Development tool designed to support multilingual learners in building vocabulary, improving comprehension, and strengthening communication skills. It provides engaging, research-based activities and personalized learning pathways tailored to students' individual language proficiency levels. ELD teachers are invited to explore Flashlight as a potential resource. 

Presenter: Caitlin McCarthy, Flashlight Learning

Time: 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM

Location: Virtual, Link to Zoom Webinar

Description: This session provides an in-depth overview of the budget code structure used within the William Penn School District. Participants will learn about the components of the budget code, including Fund, Function, Object, Funding Source, and Instructional Organization. The session will cover how to select the appropriate budget code for different expenditures, emphasizing the importance of accurate coding for financial reporting and compliance. Practical examples, guidance on complying with funding source requirements, and access to relevant resources, such as the PDE Chart of Accounts, will be provided. 

Presenter: Shawn Ryan, Assistant Business Administrator

Time: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Location: Virtual, Link to Zoom Webinar

Description: This training will cover the basics of Boardmaker, a tool for creating visual supports for students with complex needs. Participants will learn how to navigate the software, create and customize symbols, and design visual schedules, communication boards, and other supports. By the end of the training, participants will have the skills to create personalized visual supports that address the unique needs of their students.

Presenter: Tobii Dynavox

Time: 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

Location: Please register in advance for the training with this Zoom registration link. You will receive a confirmation email to join the training.

Description: Children benefit from social-emotional learning (SEL) at any time, but today it’s especially important to help them develop the skills they need to connect and thrive. Second Step Elementary is a leading research-based SEL curriculum for students in Kindergarten–Grade 5. 

Presenter: Second Step

Audience: Elementary teachers, counselors, and principals

Time: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Location: Virtual, Link to Zoom Webinar

Description: All Instructional Assistants must complete the two modules updated on the Framewelder Course by June 30, 2024 (see below).  As such, it is the expectation you use the two hours of self-selected/differentiated time on Tuesday to complete the sessions. Please plan on borrowing a Chromebook/technology device if needed.  You can watch the sessions and complete them on a phone or tablet, but the assessment may not work on those devices.  As such, again, please plan on borrowing a Chromebook or other laptop, if you do not have your own.

Presenter: PaTTAN Framewelder

Time: Self-Directed / Asynchronous

Courses: Bringing Your "A" Game to the New School Year / Teamwork Makes the Dream Work

Location: Link to PaTTAN Framewelder Login 

Description: ​The School Health Program is the oldest program of public health services in Pennsylvania, with responsibilities predating 1895. The program serves all children of school age attending public, private and non-public schools in Pennsylvania and is responsible for providing technical assistance, training and coordination of programs and services to schools, parents and the community at large regarding school health programs and services.

Presenter: ​The School Health Program, Pennsylvania Department of Education

Time: Self-Directed / Asynchronous

Location: Link to PDE School Health Site 

Description: ​The goal of this course is to educate school staff in the proper use of de-escalation strategies in properly managing student behavior. Topics covered include the Conflict Cycle and preventative measures, the development of meaningful relationships, how to recognize signs of escalation, and de-escalation tips. You can access this training by searching the course name (De-escalation Strategies) under the "Extra Training" page.

Presenter: Vector Solutions

Time: Self-Directed / Asynchronous

Location: Link to Vector Solutions Login

Description: ​School secretaries can access various training courses on the Vector Solutions platform by searching the course name under the "Extra Training" page. Some of the recommended courses are listed here: Communication Styles & Skills, Conflict Management, Customer Service Overview, De-escalation, General Ethics in the Workplace, Human Trafficking Awareness, Managing Difficult Behavior, Managing the Aftermath of a Tragedy, and Sensitivity Awareness.

Presenter: Vector Solutions

Time: Self-Directed / Asynchronous

Location: Link to Vector Solutions Login

Description: The training focuses on the following topics: essential elements of the Pennsylvania Child Protective Services Law, facts about child abuse, mandatory reporting of suspected child abuse and sexual misconduct. The training will provide school employees with the information they need to know regarding the basics of Pennsylvania law involving child abuse and student abuse as well as their duty to report abuse.

Presenter: Vector Solutions

Time: Self-Directed / Asynchronous

Location: Link to Vector Solutions Login

Goal: ​To create recommended strategies for a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) to reduce absenteeism and truancy. Completes the following tasks:

1. Selected articles from AASA School Administrator Oct. 24  Pages 17-31- read and discuss – hard copies will also be shared with you.

2.  Visit Attendance Works   

   • Review the background on Chronic Absenteeism and the section on Resources. 

   • Review past SAIPS and review which strategies have resulted in improved student attendance 

3.  Create interventions for Tiers 1, 2, and 3 for the MTSS Program 

4. Share your completed work with Chief of Schools, Tara Brown. 

Presenter: Valerie Burnett. Interim Director of Student Services

Time: Self-Directed / Asynchronous (Thursday and Friday)