Monday, July 7 - Tuesday, July 8 (8:00 am – 4:30 pm) Dyslexia: Different by Design—Understanding the Most Common Learning Disability This 15-hour interactive, synchronous online course will examine the unique neurobiological profile and cognitive characteristics of dyslexia. From early identification to appropriate accommodations, this course will provide an overview of dyslexia by exploring key issues: neurobiological markers, cognitive-linguistic correlates, ...

Monday, July 14 - Tuesday, July 15 (8:00 am – 4:30 pm) Differentiation = Classroom Management Great teachers have a ready tool kit of differentiated strategies that make their classrooms centers of learning. To share those strategies with other educators only makes us as individuals stronger and our classrooms more engaging. This course will provide participants with opportunities to engage ...

Monday, July 21 - Tuesday, July 22 (8:00 am – 4:30 pm) Human Trafficking in our Schools This course will provide awareness, education, and resources for educators to recognize and appropriately respond to trafficking scenarios they may encounter in the schools and communities in which they serve. Through lecture, video, facilitated discussions and a survivor testimony, those attending will learn: ...

Wednesday, July 23 - Thursday, July 24 (8:00 am – 4:30 pm) Navigating Student Behaviors & Motivations, Through A Trauma-Informed Lens Experienced educators have likely observed declining attention spans and rising disruptive behavior among students, alongside increased workloads and diminished support from administration or parents. How can educators effectively manage classroom interactions and advocate for themselves in such challenging circumstances? ...