The 2022 SW Center virtual summer institute will be held during the first two weeks of August with morning and afternoon webinars on a variety of topics. Webinars will be offered Tues/Wed/Thurs the first week and Tues/Thurs the second week.

Topics include:

See the institute schedule for detailed workshop descriptions and presenter information. We have collaborated with the SW NH Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment Directors group to offer this professional development opportunity and are appreciative of their support.

We'll be working directly with schools and districts to register participants this year. The institute cost (which includes all workshops) is $250 per person or $1,000 for a group of five. Title II funds can be used to support this training; the SW curriculum directors have pre-approved language to use on applications.

Please contact your district's curriculum director if you are interested in attending. For any other questions, feel free to contact Beth Buoro.

Interested in pursuing a graduate degree in Principal or Teacher Leadership? Want to be certified to teach Special Education? KSC can help you achieve your goals!

We're accepting applications for the Educational Leadership M.Ed., Post Masters M.Ed., Curriculum and Instruction, and Special Education options. Our Educational Leadership and Special Education programs are nationally accredited and meet New Hampshire certification standards (grades K-12).

Email Steve Bigaj (or call 603-358-2782) if you are interested in customizing a graduate course for yourself or your school or district, or for more information about our programs.

Email Lance Neeper (or call 603-358-2589) for information about Special Education options.

Email Jennifer Fritz (or call 603-358-2556) for general information about all Graduate Program offerings (Graduate Studies · Academics · Keene State College).

We recognize the trauma facing students and teachers across the nation brought on by ongoing incidents of violence in our schools. In response to the latest tragedy in Uvalde, Texas, we are sharing the following resources from The IRIS Center at Vanderbilt University to support parents and teachers in helping students after a mass shooting incident:

The IRIS Center is a national center dedicated to improving education outcomes for all children, especially those with disabilities birth through age twenty-one, through the use of effective evidence-based practices and interventions.

Courses offered for 2.7 or 4 CEUs with fees starting at just $325. Contact Continuing-Ed@keene.edu for more information.

View a complete course listing

The Southwest Center and Education Department at KSC can work with your school or district to design a program to meet your unique needs. Some examples of what's possible:

Contact Steve Bigaj if you are interested in learning more about these innovative initiatives!

sbigaj@keene.edu / 603-358-2782