January 18, 2022

What's your dream?

Author Mark Batterson writes, "You start dying the day you stop dreaming."

During this month when we remember the dream of Martin Luther King, Jr., it's also a good time to think about own dreams: what we desire, what we're willing to work for, and how we want to make a difference.

So ... what's your dream?

TIDE
The Spring 2022 offerings for TIDE are available here.


ADMINISTRATOR ACADEMIES
Check out the latest Administrator Academy offerings here.


SHORT-TERM SUBSTITUTE TEACHER TRAINING
Our next training for those interested in being a substitute teacher is scheduled for Thursday, February 10 from 5-7 pm. Individuals with 60 hours of college credit may apply for a short-term license. This training will be held online via Zoom, and there is a $25 registration fee. Please share the attached flyer with anyone who might be interested.


ATTENDANCE & SCHOOL REFUSAL WORKSHOPS
Were you unable to attend the full-day workshops on approaching attendance with a multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS) this fall? Dr. Patricia Graczyk is offering additional learning opportunities in one-hour segments on the following dates. All workshops are 3:30-4:30 PM via Zoom.
02/08/2022 - One hour Data Focus: How to Use Data in an MTSS Framework for Attendance Register Here
02/22/2022 - One hour Tier 1:  Promoting a Culture of Attendance for All Students Register Here
03/10/2022 - One hour Tier 2:  Addressing the Early Signs of School Refusal Register Here
03/22/2022 - One hour Tier 3:  Interventions to Support Students with Significant School Absences Register Here
04/06/2022 - One hour Planning for Next Year Register Here


STUDENT MENTAL HEALTH & SUBSTANCE USE
The Prevention Leadership Team is excited to present an important seminar at this year's County-Wide Institute Day. Teachers and school staff will gain a better understanding of current and emerging teen substance use trends, strategies for fostering positive mental wellness among students and staff, and local resources to utilize in the classroom. Read more or sign up today!


GUARDIANS OF DEMOCRACY
Teachers, grab your capes and join Guardians of Democracy for upcoming courses. They include
Current and Controversial Issue Discussion Strategies, Simulations of Democratic Processes, Informed Action through Service Learning. and more. Read more here.

ILLINOIS YOUTH SURVEY
The Prevention Leadership Team (PLT) has registered 50 percent of middle and high schools in DuPage County for the Illinois Youth Survey. Haven't signed up yet? Principals or health/PE teachers can register for this every-other-year survey by clicking here.


SCRIPPS SPELLING BEE
The DuPage County Scripps Spelling Bee will be held February 23. Details have been sent to all registered schools. Questions? Contact Amber Quirk.

Networking is a great way to tap into the collective knowledge of your peers. Share resources, ideas, and experiences. Sign up today!

02/04/2022    Personnel Administrators
02/09/2022    PreK-3rd
02/15/2022    Early Childhood
02/17/2022    Equity and Excellence
02/24/2022    Instructional Coaches
03/07/2022    GT Coordinator Roundtable
03/07/2022    Social Work K-12
03/11/2022    High School Social Workers

ILLINOIS CIVICS
Check out the January edition of the Illinois Civics Newsletter. There are tons of resources, including how to engage student voices to recalibrate classroom practices, support for educators as they implement the Illinois Inclusive History requirement, and much, much more!


INSTANT ADMISSIONS SEMINAR
North Central College School of Graduate and Professional Studies is offering instant admission webinars for their Educational Leadership program. The webinars will be held February 10, March 17, and April 14. For more information, please click here.


CONNECTING PEOPLE TO RESOURCES
Attached is information on a referral system that districts can use to help connect families to available, verified mental health providers and substance use treatment programs that ar matched to their needs, regardless of circumstances. A representative from GPS will also be sharing at the next Prevention Leadership Team meeting on January 26 from 9-10:30 for individuals who want to learn more. In order to attend, email Amber Quirk.
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