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In addition to learning about examples aligned to each standard,
participants will spend some time unpacking the standards,
learning about the PSEL Reflection and Growth Tool, and
examining the AntiRacist Continuum.
Leadership Esssentials That Build and Support
Co-teaching
Administrators who participate in this course will explore
essential elements of a Co-Teaching program in order to build or
strengthen Co-Teaching for teachers and students at their schools.
Participants can approach the course as individual administrators
or as an administrative team as they define policy and practice in
the area of Co-Teaching.
The intent of this course is to explore foundational concepts of
Co-Teaching and prepare leaders to design a high-quality learning the school curriculum. It is a partnership between the home and
environment, not only for the students who will receive this special the school that ensures the greatest opportunity for achieving
education program delivery model but for the teachers and staff
who will work within the model.
Mentoring as a Partnership:
Navigating the Learning
As novice teachers enter the profession, mentors and district and
school leaders are critical players in the first year journey. They have
the ability to be change makers in building a system that supports
learning and continuous improvement of practice. This session will
provide mentors and those who train mentors with a robust set of
resources and strategies to strengthen their knowledge and skills to
support mentors as key team members in the induction process.
School Climate: Leveraging the Power of
School Climate Teams With 10 Essential
Conversations
The Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights established School Climate Teams
in every NJ School and defines their job, “to develop, foster, and
maintain a positive school climate.” This course provides this team
with 10 Essential Conversations they will need to have in order to
build safe and nurturing school environments that support the
social, emotional, and academic development of all students.
Social and Emotional Learning
The focus of this learning is to explore the possibilities for
developing socially and emotionally healthy students as part of
this goal. Social and emotional learning must be at the heart of
ensuring that each student feels safe in the classroom and the
school, and has the skills to engage with peers and adults.
Social and Emotional Learning: Students
At-Risk and Students with Special Needs
Academic achievement is closely related to social and emotional
competence. This course will provide an overview of the research sup-
porting Social and Emotional Learning and the five interrelated com-
petencies that foster success in school and in life. There will be a focus
on students at-risk and those with disabilities and special needs who
may require a tiered approach leading to individualized strategies.