Title,Description
2013  GR 6 Danielson Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos,"(Pd Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of professionally created videos of classrooms instruction that allows educators locally to collaborate, practice and calibrate teacher evaluation. Training time will vary - PD hrs awarded locally."
2013  GR K Danielson Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos,"(Pd Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of professionally created videos of classrooms instruction that allow educators locally to collaborate, practice and calibrate teacher evaluation. Training time will vary - PD hrs awarded locally."
2013  HS Mathematics Danielson Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos,"(Pd Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of professionally created videos of classrooms instruction that allows educators locally to collaborate, practice and calibrate teacher evaluation. Training time will vary - PD hrs awarded locally."
2013 GR 1 Danielson Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos,"(Pd Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of professionally created videos of classrooms instruction that allow educators locally to collaborate, practice and calibrate teacher evaluation. Training time will vary - PD hrs awarded locally."
2013 GR 2 Danielson Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos,"(Pd Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of professionally created videos of classrooms instruction that allows educators locally to collaborate, practice and calibrate teacher evaluation. Training time will vary - PD hrs awarded locally."
2013 GR 3 Danielson Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos,"(Pd Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of professionally created videos of classrooms instruction that allows educators locally to collaborate, practice and calibrate teacher evaluation. Training time will vary - PD hrs awarded locally."
2013 GR 4 ELA/Reading Danielson Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos,"(Pd Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of professionally created videos of classrooms instruction that allows educators locally to collaborate, practice and calibrate teacher evaluation. Training time will vary - PD hrs awarded locally."
2013 GR 4 Mathematics Danielson Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos,"(Pd Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of professionally created videos of classrooms instruction that allows educators locally to collaborate, practice and calibrate teacher evaluation. Training time will vary - PD hrs awarded locally."
2013 GR 4 Science Danielson Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos,"(Pd Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of professionally created videos of classrooms instruction that allows educators locally to collaborate, practice and calibrate teacher evaluation. Training time will vary - PD hrs awarded locally."
2013 GR 7 Danielson Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos,"(Pd Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of professionally created videos of classrooms instruction that allows educators locally to collaborate, practice and calibrate teacher evaluation. Training time will vary - PD hrs awarded locally."
2013 HS ELA/Reading Danielson Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos,"(Pd Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of professionally created videos of classrooms instruction that allows educators locally to collaborate, practice and calibrate teacher evaluation. Training time will vary - PD hrs awarded locally."
2013 HS Science Danielson Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos,"(Pd Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of professionally created videos of classrooms instruction that allows educators locally to collaborate, practice and calibrate teacher evaluation. Training time will vary - PD hrs awarded locally."
2013 HS Social Studies Danielson Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos,"(Pd Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of professionally created videos of classrooms instruction that allow educators locally to collaborate, practice and calibrate teacher evaluation. Training time will vary - PD hrs awarded locally."
2022 GR 11 Reading Danielson Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos,"(PD Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of professionally created videos of classrooms instruction that allows educators locally to collaborate, practice and calibrate teacher evaluation. Training time will vary - PD Hrs. awarded locally."
2022 GR 2 ELA Danielson Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos,"(PD Hrs. Awarded Locally) The 2022 Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of professionally created videos of classrooms instruction that allows educators locally to collaborate, practice and calibrate teacher evaluation. Training time will vary - PD Hrs. awarded locally."
2022 GR 4 Spatial Reasoning Danielson Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos,"(PD Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of professionally created videos of classrooms instruction that allows educators locally to collaborate, practice and calibrate teacher evaluation. Training time will vary - PD Hrs. awarded locally."
2022 GR 7 ELA Danielson Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos,"(PD Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of professionally created videos of classrooms instruction that allows educators locally to collaborate, practice and calibrate teacher evaluation. Training time will vary - PD Hrs. awarded locally."
2022 GR 9 ELA Danielson Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos,"(PD Hrs. Awarded Locally) The 2022 Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of professionally created videos of classrooms instruction that allows educators locally to collaborate, practice and calibrate teacher evaluation. Training time will vary - PD Hrs. awarded locally."
2022 GR K Danielson Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos,"(PD Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of professionally created videos of classrooms instruction that allow educators locally to collaborate, practice and calibrate teacher evaluation. Training time will vary - PD Hrs. awarded locally."
6 Steps to Effective Teacher Evaluation,"(4 PD Hrs.) By Dr. Rich Voltz - This course supports school leaders' development of stronger evaluation skills and offers practical activities and strategies to apply before, during and after the teacher evaluation process."
Advocating Personal Wellness,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course will enable the practitioner to develop the ability to: demonstrate an understanding of fitness concepts, principles, strategies, and individual differences needed to maintain a health-enhancing level of fitness, implement a dynamic process of change and growth that leads to a balanced state overall well-being and establish self-assessment and data collection concerning personal wellness behaviors."
Allocating and Assigning Personnel,"(2 PD Hrs.) In this course, participants will create an implementation plan that will ensure appropriate assignment of personnel and effective allocation. Implement evaluation processes, procedures and systems that ensure accountability for teachers and staff members and efficiently maintain records and reports that comply with state rules and regulations and local policy."
Americans with Disabilities Act in the School Environment,"(3 PD Hrs) by Rachel M. Weisberg from Equip for Equality - This course covers Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, a federal civil rights law, that prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in participating in federally funded programs."
Anaphylactic Reactions Management and Food Allergies,"(1 PD Hrs) This training will cover the common causes of severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) and train educators to recognize the signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis as well as emergency treatment."
Anti-Bias Education,"(1 PD Hr.) Presenters Dr. Tim Dohrer and Dr. Tom Golebiewski define the characteristics and behaviors of an anti-bias stance in an educational environment and outline the skills and steps to develop a strong, collaborative anti-bias education program."
Applying Learning Science in the Remote Classroom,"(3 PD Hrs.) Dr. Diana Zaleski, Illinois Education Association. This course introduces practical applications of learning science for the remote classroom. In other words, teaching practices that will help you and your students find success in a non-traditional learning environment."
Artful Communication,"(1 PD Hr.) In this course, participants will explore how communication involves sharing ideas and emotions, and how its form and impact vary by context and medium."
Assessing Student Learning and Growth,"(3 PD Hrs.) In this course the participant will learn how to facilitate teacher analysis of student data, improve the instructional process to ensure student growth; collaboratively develop an effective assessment framework to ensure learning and provide evidence of student progress, and provide an understandable vision of the learning targets for assessment literacy."
Assessing the Learning Environment,"(3 PD Hrs.) This course will develop the ability to implement an ongoing process for assessing the use and management of space and physical resources to maximize student and teacher success, assess and monitor the effect of leadership’s practices and poli"
Asthma Management for School Staff,"(0 PD Hrs.) This course will provide an overview of asthma, asthma emergency response, and review of general policies that apply to asthma management in schools."
Attendance and Student Engagement,"(2 PD Hrs.) This mandated course is designed to help educators understand the implications of the 2018 amendments to Illinois Senate Bill 3466 or Public Act 100-0810 related to student attendance, engagement, and discipline. This course will also discuss strategies to encourage student attendance and engagement."
Authentic Assessment in Early Childhood Part 1,"(4 PD Hrs.) Understanding the purposes, characteristics, benefits and processes of authentic assessment are necessary competencies for all early childhood professionals. During this course, participants will be introduced to the authentic assessment cycle and will examine and explore how to implement the cycle in developmentally appropriate ways."
Authentic Assessment in Early Childhood Part 2: ISBE Components,"(3 PD Hrs.) This course will introduce the three Portfolio Components required by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE): Utilizing a Research-Based Assessment."
Becoming a Balanced Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course examines leadership practices that promote balance in decision-making and personal well-being. Participants explore strategies for considering organizational, personal, social, and environmental impacts when leading."
Becoming a Catalytic Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course examines leadership practices that inspire momentum and improvement. Participants explore strategies for identifying opportunities for growth and encouraging meaningful change."
Becoming a Collaborative Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course examines leadership practices that promote cooperation and shared responsibility. Participants explore strategies for building collective purpose and fostering a sense of belonging among stakeholders."
Becoming a Communicative Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course focuses on communication practices that promote clarity, engagement, and collaboration. Participants explore strategies for sharing information effectively and fostering dialogue that supports organizational change."
Becoming a Conciliatory Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course explores leadership practices that support conflict resolution and collaboration. Participants examine strategies for addressing disagreements constructively and strengthening relationships."
Becoming a Connective Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course focuses on leadership practices that build connections among people, ideas, and resources. Participants explore strategies for strengthening networks and fostering collaboration across communities."
Becoming a Courageous Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course examines leadership practices that require integrity, conviction, and the willingness to address difficult issues. Participants explore strategies for leading with courage in complex situations."
Becoming a Creative Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course explores leadership practices that encourage innovation and new ideas. Participants examine strategies for fostering creativity and supporting inventive approaches to improvement."
Becoming a Diagnostic Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course examines leadership practices that support identifying challenges within teaching and learning systems. Participants explore strategies for analyzing problems, supporting educators, and strengthening instructional programs."
Becoming a Facilitative Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course focuses on leadership practices that remove barriers and create conditions for success. Participants explore strategies for enabling staff and students to thrive through supportive systems and processes."
Becoming a Fit and Healthy Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) Fit and healthy leaders embrace a balance between their professional and personal lives in the dimensions of physical, emotional, creative, environmental, financial, occupational, intellectual, social, and psychological wellness. They make focused changes and maintain awareness of what is currently working and what is not working, taking into consideration the contexts of relationships, work, fitness and health, and mental and emotional well-being. They take steps to plan routines and habits that promote this lifestyle in daily personal and professional life, sometimes with assistance from experts."
Becoming a Generous Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course examines leadership practices that emphasize generosity, kindness, and service to others. Participants explore strategies for supporting the needs and development of those they lead."
Becoming a Global Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course explores leadership practices that recognize the value of diverse perspectives and global connections. Participants examine strategies for strengthening collaboration across cultures and communities."
Becoming a Guiding Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course examines leadership practices that support advising, mentoring, and guiding others. Participants explore strategies for sharing expertise and strengthening the capacity of those they lead."
Becoming a Humble Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) Humble leaders know what they do not know, resist being arrogant, and never underestimate the competition. These leaders embrace challenges, persist despite obstacles, see effort as a path to mastery, learn from criticism, and are inspired by others' success."
Becoming a Knowledgeable Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course examines leadership practices that support the development of educator expertise. Participants explore strategies for fostering professional learning and strengthening instructional systems."
Becoming a Methodical Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course examines leadership practices that emphasize careful planning and systematic action. Participants explore strategies for approaching leadership responsibilities with structure and consistency."
Becoming a Motivational Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course explores leadership practices that inspire others to act and achieve shared goals. Participants examine strategies for encouraging engagement, commitment, and sustained effort."
Becoming a Pedagogic Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course explores leadership practices that support effective teaching and learning. Participants examine strategies for guiding instructional improvement and strengthening curriculum, instruction, and assessment systems."
Becoming a Protective Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course examines leadership practices that prioritize the well-being of individuals and the broader community. Participants explore strategies for ensuring that the needs and interests of others remain central to leadership decisions."
Becoming a Reflective Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course explores reflective practices that strengthen leadership growth and continuous improvement. Participants examine strategies for critically assessing beliefs, behaviors, and leadership decisions."
Becoming a Relational Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course focuses on leadership behaviors that strengthen relationships and community connections. Participants explore strategies for building trust, supporting belonging, and fostering collaborative engagement."
Becoming a Resilient Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course focuses on developing the resilience necessary to navigate complex leadership challenges. Participants explore strategies for reflecting on experiences, adapting to change, and sustaining leadership effectiveness."
Becoming a Resourceful Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course explores leadership practices that leverage resources to achieve organizational goals. Participants examine strategies for identifying and mobilizing school, district, and community resources."
Becoming a Responsible Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course focuses on leadership practices that demonstrate accountability and ethical responsibility. Participants explore strategies for honoring commitments and acting in ways that support the well-being of the organization."
Becoming a Responsive Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course focuses on leadership behaviors that enable leaders to respond thoughtfully to emerging challenges. Participants explore strategies for reflecting on actions and adapting leadership practices to meet organizational needs."
Becoming a Self-Aware Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course examines the role of self-awareness in effective leadership. Participants explore reflective practices that strengthen decision-making, confidence, and the ability to communicate with clarity and intention."
Becoming a Self-Confident Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course examines leadership practices that strengthen self-confidence and professional presence. Participants explore strategies for recognizing strengths, supporting others, and continuing personal growth."
Becoming a Strategic Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course focuses on leadership practices that support strategic thinking and decision-making. Participants explore strategies for anticipating challenges, aligning priorities, and guiding organizations toward long-term success."
Becoming a Transformative Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course examines leadership practices that drive meaningful organizational change. Participants explore strategies for reflecting on leadership behaviors and implementing transformative improvements."
Becoming a Trustworthy Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course examines leadership behaviors that build credibility and trust. Participants reflect on personal actions, attitudes, and strategies that strengthen trust within the school community."
Becoming a Visible Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course explores the importance of visibility and engagement within the school community. Participants examine strategies for building trust and rapport through active leadership presence and community advocacy."
Becoming a Visionary Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course explores leadership practices that develop and sustain a shared vision for school improvement. Participants examine strategies for inspiring stakeholders and aligning efforts toward a collective future."
Becoming a Way-of-Being (Self) Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course focuses on developing the ability to lead oneself through reflection and self-awareness. Participants explore strategies for strengthening emotional insight and personal leadership responsibility."
Becoming an Accountable Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course focuses on leadership practices that promote responsibility and ownership. Participants explore strategies for setting high standards, honoring commitments, and supporting continuous improvement."
Becoming an Adaptive Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course focuses on leadership behaviors that support flexibility and responsiveness. Participants explore strategies for adapting leadership practices to meet evolving organizational challenges."
Becoming an Advocative Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course focuses on leadership practices that support advocacy for students, educators, and schools. Participants explore strategies for engaging with policy and decision-makers to advance educational priorities."
Becoming an Affiliative Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course examines leadership practices that emphasize relationships, harmony, and team cohesion. Participants explore strategies for building positive connections while achieving organizational goals."
Becoming an Analytic Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course focuses on leadership practices that support data-informed decision-making. Participants explore strategies for collecting, analyzing, and applying data to guide educational improvement."
Becoming an Articulate Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course focuses on leadership practices that strengthen clear and effective communication. Participants explore strategies for conveying vision, expectations, and values to stakeholders."
Becoming an Attentive Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course focuses on leadership practices that strengthen listening and understanding. Participants explore strategies for recognizing verbal and nonverbal cues and responding thoughtfully to others."
Becoming an Empathetic Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course focuses on leadership behaviors that demonstrate understanding and compassion. Participants explore strategies for recognizing and responding to the emotions and perspectives of others."
Becoming an Empowering Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course explores leadership practices that strengthen the capacity of educators and staff. Participants examine strategies for supporting professional growth and enabling organizations to leverage their collective expertise."
Becoming an Ethical Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course explores the principles, values, and beliefs that guide ethical leadership. Participants reflect on personal behaviors and decision-making strategies that promote integrity and responsible leadership."
Becoming an Evaluative Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course focuses on leadership practices that support program evaluation and continuous improvement. Participants explore strategies for analyzing performance data and recommending meaningful improvements."
Becoming an Intentional Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course examines leadership behaviors that emphasize deliberate action and thoughtful decision-making. Participants explore strategies for setting purposeful goals and aligning actions with leadership priorities."
Becoming an Optimistic Leader,"(PD Hrs. 2) This course examines leadership practices that promote positivity and perseverance. Participants explore strategies for fostering optimism and building cultures that focus on possibility and growth."
Becoming an Organized Leader,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course explores leadership practices that promote organization, prioritization, and disciplined follow-through. Participants examine strategies for managing responsibilities effectively while maintaining personal and professional well-being."
Bias and Microaggressions in the Classroom,"(2 PD Hrs.) Presented by Dr. Carolyn Strong. This course is about bias and microaggressions, their impact, and how to circumvent it. It reveals the power of words and unpacks the fact that sometimes things not said can be just as impactful as the things that are said. The way we word things can make all the difference in the world."
Black Girl Blues,"(6 PD Hrs.) Black Girl Blues exposes participants to the historical, cultural, and social factors behind girl bullying in the African American culture. This course will define the economic status,  identity development, topics, and physical characteristics."
Bloodborne Pathogens,"(0 PD Hrs) By Martha Peebles This training will cover the universal precautions for protecting yourself from exposure to bloodborne pathogens such as Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, HIV and AIDS."
Brain Science for Principals,"(2 PD Hrs.) By Dr. Linda Lyman - This course will address principals' current leadership needs to understand the implications of educational neuroscience for learning and leading."
Building a Community of Writers in Grades K-6 Classroom,"(3 PD Hrs.) by Taylar Wenzel, Center for the Collaborative Classroom In this course, the presenter shares the 'Elements of Effective Instruction Tool' and an overview of the 'Writing Workshop'. Section One will discuss: 1) the importance of daily writing, 2) student motivation, 3) teaching with published works, 4) the writing process, and 5) teaching grammar in context.  Sections 2 and Section 3 will address the importance of social-emotional goals and how to meet students' needs using teacher and peer conferences."
Building a Foundation for Leadership Success,"(4 PD Hrs.) By Jim Burgett - This course outlines four fundamental attributes for successful school leaders. They are: making ethical decisions; being visible at the building level; creating positive relationships; and invoking positive attitudes."
Building A+ Relationships for Leadership Success,"(4 PD Hrs.) by Jim Burgett - Building positive workplace relationships and strong people skills is vital for success. This course will review four of the six chapters from Dale Carnegie, 'How to Win Friends and Influence People.'"
Building Relationships,"(3 PD Hrs.) Presented by Dr. Herschel Hannah. This course explores structures, protocols, and leadership practices that strengthen relationships with students, staff, families, and community stakeholders. Participants examine strategies that foster trust, collaboration, and meaningful engagement across the school community."
Bullying and Harassment: Helping Students and Parents,"(1 PD Hr.) Judy Brunner and Dennis Lewis will provide participants information related to the ever-changing legal parameters as well as when and how school personnel may intervene."
Bullying Litigation Protection: Prevention and Response,"(2 PD Hrs.) By Judy Brunner and Dennis Lewis -This course will provide participants information related to the ever-changing legal parameters when bullying, harassment and intimidation become problems for students."
Care for Students with Diabetes,"(1 PD Hrs.) Presenter Martha Peebles - This course has been designed to recognize signs and symptoms of a diabetic reaction and how to respond when a student is in need of emergency medical attention."
Childhood Resilience,"(2 PD Hrs.) Resilience describes the ability to bounce back from adversity in life.  A more comprehensive and complex definition identifies resilience as a protective or positive process that is employed to reduce the negative outcomes that are possible when risk factors are present.  In this course, Mick Duffy will guide participants to explore resilience in the individual factors of temperament, relationship, and environment."
Chronic Absenteeism,"(3 PD Hrs.) This course is designed to help educators understand the accountability requirements concerning chronic absenteeism, and will discuss resources and strategies to improve student attendance and engagement."
Chronic Health Conditions of Students,"(1 PD Hr.) Presenter Martha Peebles will cover common chronic health conditions of students. Course covers signs and symptoms of special medical conditions of students' including the need for staff to be familiar with students individual emergency health care plan."
Classroom Control and Discipline,"(6 PD Hrs.) This course will cover six sections: 1) Rules 2) Procedures 3) Consequences 4) Room Arrangements 5) Building Relationships 6) Engaging Instruction"
Classroom Management and Culture Grades K-5,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course guides educators in building a positive classroom culture through clear expectations, consistent procedures, and trusting relationships. Participants will learn key elements of effective classroom management, apply strategies for setting student expectations, and create a safe, supportive learning environment."
Close Reading in the K-5 Classroom,"(2 PD Hrs.) By Jill Brown.  Close Reading is a portion of the Text Complexity Model found in the Common Core State Standards.  This course will define close reading, identify its components, and provide practice and resources for classroom implementation with both literature and informational texts."
Collaborating with Families During Remote Instruction,"(3 PD Hrs.) Dr. Diana Zaleski, Illinois Education Association. The purpose of this course is to discuss opportunities for educators to collaborate with and support students and their families during times of remote instruction."
Conducting Assessment Audits,"(3 PD Hrs.) The purpose of this course is to introduce educators to the process of conducting district assessment audits. District assessment audits help educators evaluate assessments and determine which assessments are necessary for essential diagnostic, instructional, and accountability purposes."
Conflict Resolution @Work,"(2 PD Hrs.) By Karen Wagnon.  In this course, you will identify and understand the different types of conflict: intra-personal, interpersonal, personal-role and personal group. Participants will analyze, develop and apply conflict and negotiating strategies by adapting to needs of the different personalities in the conflict."
Creating a Learning Focused Curriculum,"(2 PD Hrs.) In this course, participants will learn how to facilitate teacher analysis of the curriculum selection and development process, provide curriculum-related feedback, and review how to implement processes and procedures that support effective curricular practices to promote student learning."
Creating a Valid and Reliable Assessment,"(2 PD Hrs.) By Daniel Frederking - This course covers best practice in classroom assessment design, creation, and modification of assessments while exploring three phases: Planning for the assessment, designing the assessment, and post-assessment."
Creating and Sustaining Innovation,"(3 PD Hrs.) This course will assist the learner in developing the skills to implement a new vision to promote organizational excellence and transformation; develop deep mindfulness of others’ viewpoints and perspectives; provide organizational structures to create and support an innovative culture; and generate knowledge and insight through nontraditional ways to create and sustain innovation for organizational improvement."
Creating Developmentally Appropriate Lesson Plans in PreSchool Setting,"(3PD Hrs.) This introductory course will provide teachers with the foundational information needed to create developmentally appropriate lesson plans for preschool children. Participants will be introduced to a framework that includes the following compon"
Creating Mentally Healthy Schools,"(2 PD Hrs.) by Tim Dohrer and Tom Golebiewski This course will define mental health and explore ways of supporting mental health in schools among students, staff, and parents. It will also present ways to determine the current state of mental health in your school."
Cyberbullying: 21st Century Problems and Solutions,"(2 PD Hrs.) By Judy Brunner and Dennis Lewis. Electronic harassment is a problem for students of all ages, and educators often need guidance related to when and how an appropriate intervention should occur."
Cybersecurity for Administrators,"(3 PD hrs.) This course will help administrators understand common cybersecurity threats and appropriate responses. This course will also provide foundational best practices to secure student data. Through this course, you will develop a collection of cyb"
Cybersecurity for Administrators,"(3 PD hrs.) This course will help administrators understand common cybersecurity threats and appropriate responses. This course will also provide foundational best practices to secure student data. Through this course, you will develop a collection of cybersecurity resources and policies for your school or district."
Cybersecurity for Educators,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course will help educators understand common cybersecurity threats, responses, security tips and will provide foundational best practices to secure student data."
Cybersecurity for Educators,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course will help educators understand common cybersecurity threats, responses, security tips and will provide foundational best practices to secure student data."
Designing Quality Classroom Assessments,"(4 PD Hrs.) The purpose of this course is to introduce educators to the process of designing quality classroom assessments. Guidelines for designing selected response, written response, performance assessment, and personal communication methods will be discussed."
Designing Quality Rubrics,"(2 PD Hrs.) The purpose of this course is to introduce educators to the process of selecting and designing quality rubrics."
Developing a Positive Culture and Climate,"(2 PD Hrs.) Developing a positive school culture and climate is an ongoing journey, not a final destination. In this engaging course, Andrew Marotta shares ten practical strategies to help you build the school culture and climate you’ve always envisioned, acknowledging that while not every approach will succeed or gain full support, beginning the journey is crucial, as a great culture and climate lay the foundation for academic success."
Discipline@Work,"by Karen Wagnon, Human Behavior Specialist  (3 PD Hrs.) In this course, participants will tailor disciplinary strategies to individual temperaments, focusing on proactive approaches that prevent issues, enhance learning, and maintain supportive relationships."
Diverse Learners and Differentiating Instruction,"(6 PD Hrs.)  By Dr. Joan Rhodes, Virginia Commonwealth University This course covers five sections and gives tips on: 1) Differentiation, 2) Cultural and Linguistic, 3) Special Education, 4) Gifted Learners, and 5) Collaborating with Educational Professionals."
Dyslexia 101 for Educators Grades 5-12,"(3 PD Hrs.) This online course will guide participants to recognize and identify signs of dyslexia, interpret and analyze research as well as tips and tricks for best practices."
Dyslexia 101 for Educators Grades K-4,"(5 PD Hrs.) This online course will guide participants to recognize and identify signs of dyslexia, interpret and analyze research as well as tips and tricks for best practices."
E-rate 470 - Overview and Updates,"This non-credit course has been created to provide assistance to districts as they apply and complete the E-rate Form 470."
E-rate 471,"This non-credit course has been created to provide assistance to districts as they apply and complete the E-rate Form 471."
Effective Conversations,"(3 PD Hrs.) By Rachel Z. Fisher.   The participants in this course will interpret how conversations, emotions, motivations, and perceptions with staff will create an environment that can either raise them to higher levels of achievement or push them down"
ELN Manager Course,"(0 PD Hrs.) This course will cover all of the manager features that administrators can use within ELN."
Embedding an Ethical Work Culture,"(2 PD Hrs.) Embedding an Ethical Work Culture discusses three learning outcomes that help shape our understanding of ethics. The course will establish norms and expectations for ethical behavior, establish routines and processes for the ethical and responsible use of data, materials, research, and assessment, and ensure ethical treatment for all stakeholders."
Empowering a Collaborative Leadership Culture,"(4 PD Hrs.) Presenter, Chad Dumas, shares insights on what it means to build a collaborative leadership culture."
Ensuring a Safe Learning Environment,"(4 PD Hrs.) This course focuses on leadership practices that prioritize safety within the school environment. Participants examine systems and strategies that support the physical, emotional, and social safety of all members of the school community."
Ensuring Accountability,"(3 PD Hrs.) This course will improve the practitioner’s ability to collaboratively establish clear organizational performance expectations; facilitate development of specific, measurable professional goals; ensure and articulate accountability for achieving performance goals; create a plan with strategies, implementation timelines, evaluation, and monitoring process to establish best practice in ensuring accountability for organizational improvement."
Ensuring Curriculum Alignment,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course examines leadership practices that ensure coherence among curriculum, instruction, and learning goals. Participants explore strategies for strengthening alignment and communicating curriculum expectations across the school community."
Ensuring Instructional Alignment,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course examines the educational leader's role in ensuring alignment of instruction to curriculum and assessment."
Ensuring Success in Schools,"(2 PD Hrs.) This ISBE-mandated course provides school and district leaders with a clear, practical understanding of Article 26A of the Illinois School Code. This course will review legal requirements, policy implications, staff roles, and implementation expectations to ensure student safety, equity, and confidentiality and safeguard consistent access to supports. The course emphasizes compliance, documentation, and systems alignment to support effective districtwide implementation."
Ethical Considerations for School Employees,"(2 PD Hrs.) By Brian Schwartz - This workshop fulfils the statutory requirement found in Article 10, Section 22 mandating that every 5 years all school employees complete training on educator ethics and school employee and student relationships."
Evaluating Assessment Alignment,"(3 PD Hrs.) This course will help the educational leader demonstrate the ability to provide structures and processes that ensure congruency between assessment, curricular content, and instructional methods, effectively communicate to stakeholders a clear understanding of the assessment alignment process and its effect on student learning, and create a school environment that is supportive and encouraging to the process of teaching and learning."
Evaluating Operational Systems Effectiveness,"(4 PD Hrs.) by Joe Mullikin, Highland Elementary In this course, participants will walk through assessing and monitoring operations, non-fiscal and fiscal resource assessment, evaluation and compliance at federal, state and local level."
Exemplifying Collaborative Leadership,"(4 PD Hrs.) Presenter, Chad Dumas, shares  insights on what it means to be a collaborative leader."
Exemplifying Equitable Behavior,"(3 PD Hrs.) Presented by Dr. Herschel Hannah. This course engages leaders in examining personal beliefs and professional practices that influence equitable outcomes for students and stakeholders. Participants analyze communication practices and leadership behaviors that promote fairness, inclusion, and equitable engagement across the school community."
Exemplifying Ethical Behaviors and Values,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course examines the ethical responsibilities of school leaders and the role values and integrity play in daily decision-making. Participants explore strategies for strengthening policies, practices, and behaviors that model ethical leadership within the school community."
Feeling Isolated,"(2 PD Hrs.) Dr. Tammy Milby, Virginia Commonwealth University This course will cover 4 sections: 1) Developing a Relationship with a Mentor 2) Teamwork, 3) Professional Renewal, and 4) Coping with Stress."
FERPA and ISSRA - Maintenance of Student Records,"(2 PD Hrs.) By Brian Schwartz - This course outlines school districts' obligations concerning the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act and the Illinois School Student Records Act which gives parents certain protections concerning their student's records."
FERPA and ISSRA - Maintenance of Student Records,"(2 PD Hrs.) By Brian Schwartz - This course outlines school districts' obligations concerning the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act and the Illinois School Student Records Act which gives parents certain protections concerning their student's records."
Focusing on ADHD,"(1 PD Hr.) ADHD stands for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. It is a neurodevelopmental disorder that primarily affects children but can persist into adolescence and adulthood. ADHD is characterized by a pattern of symptoms related to attention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. This course will review the characteristics, types of treatment, and classroom environment."
Fostering a Data Literacy Culture,"(3 PD Hrs.) Presented by Dr. Lynda Andre. This Fostering Data Literacy course will provide participants research-based information focused on developing a commitment to continuous improvement at all organizational levels based on data."
Giving Effective - High Quality Feedback,"(2 PD Hrs.) Feedback is an objective and targeted description of a student or teacher’s work intended to guide future work.  The presenter will describe effective, high-quality feedback and will summarize the purpose of giving feedback and its impact on student or teacher learning and practice."
Growing - Leading and Learning On Your Leadership Journey,"(2 PD Hrs.) In this course, participants will explore leadership traits in others and adopt those that align with their values and approaches to professional development."
How to Save a Life: Preparing for a Heart Emergency at Your School,"(3 PD Hrs.) While it is required for high school students to be trained in CPR/AED, there is not a requirement for teachers or staff to receive training. This course is designed for administrators after a life-altering experience happened at an Illinois school district."
Illinois Accountability Plan,"(3 PD Hrs.) Dr. Diana Zaleski, Illinois Education Association. The purpose of this course is to provide educators with an overview of Illinois’ accountability plan under the Every Student Succeeds Act. This course will be updated as changes are made to the state accountability plan."
Illinois Recommended Training,"This program contains all of the Recommended trainings for educators in the state of Illinois."
Illinois State Mandated Training (Certified Staff),"This program contains the state mandated training for Certified Staff in the State of Illinois."
Illinois State Mandated Training (Non-Certified Staff),"This program contains the state mandated training for Non-Certified Staff in the State of Illinois."
Illinois State Mandated Training (Nurses),"This program contains the state mandated training requirements for nurses in the state of Illinois."
Implementing Social and Emotional Wellness,"(PD Hrs. 2) This course will enable the practitioner to obtain the ability to cultivate a commitment to and support for social and emotional wellness, establish systems for self-assessment and data collection on student, staff, and community wellness, to identify needs and wellness resources, and to establish classroom, schoolwide, and community social and emotional (SEL) programs."
Internet Safety - Digital Citizenship,"(3 PD Hrs.) This self-paced, online course guides educators through the risks children face online, key lessons to teach, and which resources can be used to best teach digital citizenship at any grade. This course will cover the issues of: Digital Etiquette, Digital Online Privacy, Being a Smart Online Digital Researcher, Recognize and Report Cyber Threats."
Introduction to Assessment Literacy,"(3 PD Hrs.)  By Laura Beltchenko.   The National Council on Measurement in Education, American Federation of Teachers, and National Education Association collaboratively developed the Standards for Teacher Competence in Educational Assessment of Students.  This course you will help you learn strategies that will support you and your colleagues to meet these standards."
Introduction to Cultural Competency,"(2 PD Hrs.) By Sherri Jones, Equity Organizer, Illinois Education Association. This course is designed as an introduction to cultural competency. Cultural competency involves learning, communicating, and connecting respectfully with others regardless of differences. Culture can refer to an individual’s race, class, gender, sexual orientation, religion, immigration status, or age. All of these factors strongly influence people’s lives and experiences. Educators, regardless of background or identity, must bring both cultural understanding and self-awareness to their work."
Introduction to Domestic Violence and Its Impact on Children,"(1 PD Hr.) Children who witness domestic violence or are victims of abuse themselves are at serious risk for long-term physical and mental health problems. Participants is this course will learn and apply strategies/activities recognizing domestic violence, the myths, barriers and different types of abuse that may be present in domestic relationships."
Journey Toward Anti-Racist Education,"(5 PD Hrs.) “In a racist society, it is not enough to be non-racist, we must be anti-racist.” Angela Y. Davis"
Leadership Coaching,"By P.J. Caposey (5 PD Hrs.) In this course, participants will recognize the different coaching approaches that engage collegial, trusting, reflective relationships to address, communicate and analyze leadership issues or initiatives."
Leadership for Global Mindedness,"(4 PD Hrs.) This course explores leadership strategies that promote empathy, perspective-taking, and appreciation for diverse cultures and viewpoints. Participants examine ways to embed global awareness within school culture and learning environments."
Leadership@Work Part I - Becoming a Dynamic and Effective Leader,"(3 PD Hrs.)By Karen Wagnon -  Improve your personal intelligence! Becoming a dynamic and effective leader is about understanding behaviors and leadership styles. This course offers you vital insights towards becoming a greater leader."
Leadership@Work Part II - Understanding Needs and Drives to Become a More Effective Leader,"(3 PD Hrs.)  By Karen Wagon.  In this course, the participants will have an understanding and distinguish the difference between ”internal needs' and 'external drives' necessary to become a more effective leader."
Leading Data Literacy,"(3 PD Hrs.) By Dr. Lynda Andre - This Leading Data Literacy course will provide participants with research-based information focused on developing a commitment to continuous improvement at all organizational levels based on data."
Leading Data-Driven Decision Making,"(2 PD Hrs) Data-driven decision-making involves the collection, analysis, and use of data to guide decisions that drive continuous improvement. Data-driven decision-making is used to shape instructional practices in the classroom as well as broader school-wide practices. This course presents the skills educators must develop to maintain a school environment that embraces data-driven decision-making."
Leading Strategic Management,"(3 PD Hrs.) This course provides insights into what it means to exhibit leadership for strategic management. It will assist you in considering how you will implement a plan that will improve your practice in strategic management leadership."
Leading Teaching and Learning - Student Engagement,"(2 PD Hrs.) By Gail Huizinga - This course supports school leaders' development of stronger evaluation skills in recognizing intellectual student engagement in the classroom."
Leading Teaching and Learning: Effective Classroom Discussions,"(3 PD Hrs.) By Gail Huzinga.  This course strengthens a school leader’s ability to analyze and evaluate effective classroom discussions and discussion techniques used to facilitate a collaborative classroom culture.  Participants will develop the knowledge and skills to lead and support high-quality discourse necessary in teaching and learning excellence."
Leading Teaching and Learning: Facilitating Outcome-Based Conversations,"(3 PD Hrs.)  By Gail Huzinga. This course will strengthen a school leader’s ability to facilitate conversations with staff in order to nurture professional growth.  Participants will analyze the impact and influence such conversations have on instruction as well as investigate the skills necessary to lead outcome-based discussions effectively."
Leading Teaching and Learning: Fostering Learner Independence,"(3 PD Hrs.) This course strengthens a school leader’s ability to nurture and support classroom environments where learners have a heightened awareness of their roles and responsibilities in the learning process.  Participants investigate and analyze the characteristics and structures needed to foster student-owned learning and establish a “community of learners”."
Leading Teaching and Learning: High-Quality Questioning,"(4 PD Hrs.) By Gail Huizinga - This course strengthens a school leader’s ability to analyze and evaluate effective questions and questioning techniques designed to deepen student thinking and learning."
Leading Teaching and Learning: Highly-Effective Instruction,"(3 PD Hrs.) By Gail Huizinga - This course supports school leaders’ understanding and recognition of the instructional shifts present in highly effective classrooms."
Leading Vision and Mission,"(3 PD Hrs.) In Leading Vision and Mission, the practitioner will gain the skills and knowledge to: utilize inquiry and research to evaluate and develop vision and mission to ensure peak performance within a school and facilitate a collaborative process with stakeholders to define and articulate vision and mission. Presented by Gina Fulton."
Learning Standards in Action - ELA,"Classroom Voices is a video series which covers the Illinois Learning Standards and their best practices implementation into the classroom. All videos related to ELA standards will be presented in this course for viewing."
Learning Standards in Action - Math,"Classroom Voices is a video series which covers the Illinois Learning Standards and their best practices implementation into the classroom. All videos related to mathematics standards will be presented in this course for viewing."
Learning Standards in Action - Science,"Classroom Voices is a video series which covers the Illinois Learning Standards and their best practices implementation into the classroom. All videos related to the Next Generation Science Standards will be presented in this course for viewing."
Learning Standards in Action - Social Studies,"Classroom Voices is a video series which covers the Illinois Learning Standards and their best practices implementation into the classroom. All videos related to the social studies standards will be presented in this course for viewing."
Lights in the Mirror - How to Conduct Yourself During a Traffic Stop,"(0 PD Hrs.) This video will cover how to conduct yourself during a traffic stop by the police."
Managing Change and Uncertainty,"(3 PD Hrs.) This course will assist the learner in developing skills that include the ability to generate a vision that begins the process of change in a sustainable, meaningful, and human-centered way; develop stakeholder acceptance of change; and identify priorities to begin building organizational change capacity."
Managing Crises and Emergency Planning,"(3 PD Hrs.)  This course focuses on leadership practices for managing crises and developing emergency plans within the school environment. Participants examine systems, protocols, and strategies that support preparedness, response, and recovery, ensuring the physical, emotional, and social safety of the school community."
Managing Data Literacy Systems,"(3 PD Hrs.) In the Managing Data Literacy Systems course, the participant will learn skills to provide tools and processes for the ongoing monitoring, analysis, and ease of use of data; ensure system capacity meets identified and future needs for effective flow and ease of data use."
Managing Systems Logistics,"(4 PD Hrs.) This course examines leadership responsibilities related to overseeing building operations and aligning organizational systems. Participants explore strategies for managing resources, coordinating processes, and ensuring compliance with policies and procedures."
Mandated Reporter Training,"(0 PD Hrs.) By Department of Child and Family Services.  The purpose of this online course is to help all Illinois Mandated Reporters understand their critical role in protecting children by recognizing and reporting child abuse."
McKinney-Vento Act for Homeless Students,"(1 PD Hrs.) Before schools can be certain they are complying with the legislation related to education students experiencing homelessness, they must understand there are laws that protect the educational rights of homeless children. In this course participants will learn that state and federal law on rights of students experiencing homelessness as well as signs of homelessness and housing insecurity."
Measuring Student Growth,"(3 PD Hrs.) By Dr. Diana Zaleski, Illinois Education Association. The purpose of measuring student’s academic growth is to immediately inform the instructional process in order to increase student learning and close achievement gaps. This course helps edu"
Meeting All Academic Needs,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course examines leadership practices that ensure alignment among curriculum, instruction, and assessment. Participants explore systems and strategies that support meeting the diverse academic needs of all students."
Mental Health and School Violence,"(0 PD hrs.) This Illinois Terrorism Task Force video discusses how various school districts in Illinois are providing mental health services to students, and the role this plays in a school violence prevention plan."
Mental Health and Suicide Prevention,"(1 PD Hr.) by Dr. Jonathan B. Singer, Ph.D. LCSW -- One of the most important causes of suicide is mental illness.  This course will define mental illness and provides its relationship to suicide and how to assist suicidal students."
Needs of Expecting and Parenting Youth,"(1 PD Hr.) In this course, participants will acknowledge and implement a supportive approach for pregnant and parenting youth that emphasizes healing and resilience, aiming to nurture and empower them to thrive despite challenges."
Non-Certified Staff Working with IEP Students,"(1 PD Hrs.) This course covers the laws and regulation concerning the policies and guidelines districts must follow concerning supervising and training non-certified personnel and volunteers who will be working with students with IEPs."
Nurturing a Culture of Wellness,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course will allow participants to Create a collaborative framework to support a culture of wellness, foster a culture of wellness through school vision, mission, values, conversations, and activities, and promote a culture that supports social, emotional, and physical wellness for all stakeholders."
Nutrition Training (Civil Rights),"(0 PD Hr.) This course includes a section on definitions, an overview of important terminologies, and some background information on where the current civil rights requirements came from."
Official SAT Practice on Khan Academy - Coaching Tools,"(2 PD Hrs.)  By Martha Morris, College Board. This course describes the Official SAT Practice on Khan Academy Coach Tools, how to access them, and how to use them to support students."
Official SAT Practice on Khan Academy - Introduction,"(2 PD Hrs.) By Martha Morris, College Board.  This course explains how educators can use Official SAT Practice on Khan Academy to support students as they build their college and career readiness skills."
Opioid Curriculum for Elementary Educators,"(3Hrs) From Drug Enforcement Administration and Discovery Education. Opioid abuse and deaths among youth have sky-rocketed. States and school districts are including drug prevention awareness within the K-12 curriculum. Contained within this course are sample district plans/strategies, educator training and proactive K-3 elementary curriculum addressing the current opioid crisis."
Opioid Overdose Management in the School Environment,"(2 PD Hrs.) Presented by James Reimer, Jessica L. Kerr, and Garth K. Reynolds. This course covers the Illinois Public Act 99-0480 which allows trained school personnel to administer an opioid-blocking medication to a person having an opioid overdose while in school or at a school-sponsored activity."
Paraprofessional Training & Resources,"This informational service has been created for paraprofessionals. The intent of this ELN service is to be used as a resource, not as a strict set of “rules” that must be followed. These videos, websites and documents allow districts locally to collaborate, practice and calibrate paraprofessional resources for face to face and online support.                                           NOTE: Training time will vary - PD hrs awarded locally.                                                                                                   © Ed Leaders Network"
Parent Communication,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course provides educators with a clear definition of effective parent communication as well as practical communication strategies intended to promote home and school collaboration. Participants identify and apply the characteristics and structures intended to strengthen home-school communication, foster positive parental engagement, and improve academic achievement."
Parent Communication,"(2 PD Hrs.) Dr. Bill Bosher, Virginia Commonwealth University. This course will cover four sections: 1. Academic Achievement 2. Positive Parental Engagement 3. Teacher Preparation 4. Teacher to Parent Communication and provides educators with strategies that can be used to promote home and community support."
Personalized Professional Development,"(5 PD Hrs.) By Adam Geisen and Mike Wielgus, Triad CUSD #2.  This course guides the participant in creating a personalized professional development planning model driven by an analysis of available data and the interests/needs of the professional staff. It is so hard to change a paradigm, but if you never start, you’ll never make it happen."
PLC's Part I - Laying the Foundation for Student Achievement,"(4 PD Hrs.) By Sue Workman - This course provides an overview of the foundations of Professional Learning Communities. Participants can examine the current realities of their school/district in order to assess their readiness to implement or improve PLC practices."
PLC's Part II - Building the Structure to Support Student Achievement,"(4 PD Hrs.) By Sue Workman - This course is designed with the principal in mind.  It is intended to help the principal or other school leaders to assess the current culture and work of teams, and provide tools and procedures to move forward with PLC implementation."
Proactive Paraprofessional,"(2 PD Hrs.) Participants in this course will examine, identify and analyze the roles and responsibilities of an effective paraprofessional and will utilize instructional strategies and assess behavioral strategies and/or activities that provide support to paraprofessionals in the classroom setting."
Promoting Collaborative Instruction,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course examines the importance of collaboration in providing effective instruction."
Providing Effective Instruction,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course examines the components of effective instruction, and how leadership can support its implementation."
PSAT 10: Checking College and Career Readiness,"(3 PD Hrs.) By Martha Morris, College Board This course will review the knowledge and skills assessed on the PSAT 10, and compare them with content assessed on the SAT. Upon completion participants will be able to review the data with students and colleagues, and connect PSAT 10 to college and career resources."
PSAT 8/9: Checking College and Career Readiness,"(3 PD Hrs.) By Martha Morris, College Board.  This course will review the knowledge and skills assessed on the PSAT 8/9 and compare them with content assessed on the SAT. Upon completion participants will be able to review the data with students and colleagues, and connect PSAT 8/9 to college and career resources."
Putting the C in PLC: Starting with Relationships,"(4 PD Hrs.) Participants will understand the Ten Elements of Principal Knowledge needed to create a collaborative culture. The five sections will define and apply the principles of effective dialogue and reflect on usage, identify and apply effective elements of being in rapport, plan and utilize the 3+1 to build and sustain effective relationships, and evaluate and implement practices based on what you have learned."
Racism Free Schools,"The Racism-Free Schools Training provides guidance on how to prevent harassment and discrimination based on race, color, and national origin in elementary and secondary education. The training provides school personnel, students, and families, a roadmap to identify and report incidents as well as guidance on how to access existing civil rights protections at the local school, state and federal level."
Recruiting High-Quality Staff,"(3 PD Hrs.) This course focuses on strategies for identifying, recruiting, and selecting high-quality educators. Participants explore research-based hiring practices and collaborative processes that support building strong school teams."
Reporting Guidance Overview: Site-Based Expenditure Reporting,"(0 PD hrs.)This video will explore Site-Based Expenditure Reporting as defined within the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)."
Restorative Practices - Academic Circles,"(4 PD Hrs.) By Judy Brunner. This course will demonstrate elementary, middle, and high school students and teachers implementing academic circles. These circles (meetings) may be used for content delivery, problem-solving with feedback for the students to the teacher."
Restorative Practices - Counseling Circles,"(4 PD Hrs.) By Judy Brunner - This course shares the origin, procedures, benefits, and emphasis of restorative practices using counseling circles. Participants will be able to differentiate between traditional and restorative discipline practices."
Restorative Practices - Extracurricular Circles,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course will demonstrate the use of restorative circles with a student government organization and a cheerleading team as both groups set goals and work through problems and conflict resolution."
Results Oriented Teaching and Learning,"(2 PD Hrs) A results-oriented culture is an environment in which everyone is accountable for the personal and collective growth of all members of the learning community.  This course covers the skills necessary to: create trusting and collaborative relationships; develop and communicate expectations for students and stakeholders attainment of goals for personal and collective growth; develop and implement practices that motivate and empower learners to actively participate in their learning and personal growth."
Retaining and Developing Staff,"(3 PD Hrs.) This course focuses on strategies for fostering a professional culture that promotes trust, collaboration, and adult learning. Participants explore approaches for developing staff capacity, supporting continuous professional growth, and strengthening teacher retention."
Roadblocks,"(2 PD Hrs.)  By Dr. Joan Rhodes, UVC.  This course discusses roadblocks in the workplace and identifies strategies for overcoming those roadblocks. In addition, this course also provides strategies for dealing with difficult people in the workplace."
Role of the School Nurse in the IEP Process,"(0.5 PD Hrs.) By Martha Peebles - This course outlines school nurse’s role in the Individualized Education Plans (IEP) process using video scenarios and reflective activities."
SAT Suite of Assessments - History/Social Studies,"(2 PD Hrs.)  By Martha Morris, College Board. This is a course that explores the Analysis in History/Social Studies cross-test score on the SAT Suite of Assessments.  This course will identify the knowledge and skills assessed on the SAT that relate to history/social studies, review sample questions, and consider instructional strategies to build student skills."
SAT Suite of Assessments - Math,"(3 PD Hrs.)  By Martha Morris, College Board.  This is a deep-dive into the Math Section of the SAT Suite of Assessments.  Participants will review test specifications, sample questions, and explore instructional strategies to build student skills."
SAT Suite of Assessments - Overview,"(2 PD Hrs.) By Martha Morris, College Board.  This is an introduction to the SAT Suite of Assessments.  Learn about the knowledge and skills assessed, scores, and benefits of the Suite."
SAT Suite of Assessments - Science,"(3 PD Hrs.) By Martha Morris, College Board.  This is a course that explores the Analysis in Science cross-test score on the SAT Suite of Assessments.  The course will identify the knowledge and skills assessed on the SAT that relate to science, review sample questions, and consider instructional strategies to build student skills."
SAT Suite of Assessments - Using Scores and Reports to Inform Instruction,"(2 PD Hrs) By Martha Morris, College Board. This course describes the scores and reports available in the K-12 Score Reporting Portal and suggests how to use the reports to improve student outcomes."
SAT Suite of Assessments-Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (ERW),"(2 PD Hrs.) By Martha Morris, College Board. This is a deep-dive into the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing Section of the SAT Suite of Assessments.  Review test specifications, sample questions and explore instructional strategies to build student skills."
Seizures,"(1 PD Hrs.) By Ayesha Akhtar  In this mandated course, participants will be introduced to the many types of seizures, what triggers seizures, medication, and treatment options. Participants will demonstrate knowledge of the Seizure Action Plan under Section 504 as outlined in Illinois Public Act 101-0050."
Seizures -  IL Public Act 101-0050,"(0 PD Hrs) By Ayesha Akhtar  In this mandated course, participants will be introduced to the many types of seizures, what triggers seizures, medication, and treatment options. Participants will demonstrate knowledge of the Seizure Action Plan under Section 504 as outlined in Illinois Public Act 101-0050."
Self-Reflection and Growth,"(4 PD Hrs.) This course explores the role of reflection in leadership development and continuous improvement. Participants assess their leadership practices and examine strategies for fostering reflective growth within themselves and across their school communities."
SLO Process for Measuring Student Learning,"(3 PD Hrs.)  By Deb Greaney.  This course provides a definition, benefits, and an overview of the SLO process, and the role an SLO can play as part of a teacher evaluation framework."
Social Emotional Learning: What - Why - and How,"(1 PD Hr.) In this course, participants will apply the definitions of Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) and how the Illinois SEL Standards are arranged, articulating the importance of incorporating SEL in the classroom."
Sports Concussion and Mild Traumatic Brain Injury,"(1 PD Hrs.)  By Kurt Gibson, Nicole Schaefbauer, and Philicia Deckard.  This presentation by IHSA, IESA, and the Brain Injury Association of Illinois will address concussion management as required by the Youth Sports Concussion Safety Act."
Stop the Bleed: Responding to Life-Threatening Bleeding,"(0 PD Hrs.) This course covers how to respond to an incident involving life-threatening bleeding. It was developed by the American College of Surgeons and meets the criteria for the state mandate in Illinois."
Strategic Planning: Building a District Improvement Plan,"(2 PD Hrs.) Strategic planning is the process of setting goals, deciding on actions to achieve those goals and mobilizing the resources needed to take those actions. In this course participants will outline the strategic planning process for their school"
Structuring Systems for  Strategic Management,"(3 PD Hrs.) This course provides insights on what it means to structure systems for strategic management. It will assist you in considering how you will implement a plan that will improve your practice in structuring systems for strategic management."
Student Centeredness,"(3 PD Hrs) This course examines leadership practices that place the needs and experiences of students at the center of decision-making. Participants explore strategies and policies that strengthen student engagement, voice, and success. Presented by Gina Hopper Fulton."
Study Skills Integrated & Aligned to Learning Styles,"(2 PD Hrs.) Participants in this course will compare and contrast study skills for the three common learning styles (visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learners); produce and integrate these strategies/activities that are best for each type of learner."
Substitute Teacher Training Grades 6-12,"(2 PD Hrs.) In this course, participants apply strategies to support substitute teachers and maintain instructional continuity, using effective classroom management practices to confidently lead a 6-12 classroom."
Substitute Teacher Training Grades K-5,"(2 PD Hrs.) In this course, participants apply strategies to support substitute teachers and maintain instructional continuity, using effective classroom management practices to confidently lead a K-5 classroom."
Sustaining an Equitable Learning Culture,"(4 PD Hrs.) Presented by Dr Herschel Hannah This course provides the knowledge and skills an educational leader needs to construct and sustain an equitable learning environment for all students."
Tales from the Hardwood,"(1 PD Hr.) Participants in this course will dive deep into powerful stories and experiences from Andrew Marotta's time as a Division One men’s college basketball official.  He will take you through the ups and downs, successes and failures, and the journey of trying to be the best you can be under the spotlight and intense scrutiny."
Teaching Strategies and Practices,"(6 PD Hrs.) Dr. Tammy Milby, Virginia Commonwealth University.  This course will cover four sections: 1) Engagement 2) Questioning 3) Learning Formats 4) Feedback and will provide educators with practical classroom instructional strategies, tools, and ideas."
Teen Dating Violence,"(2 PD Hrs.) Teen dating violence is a serious and widespread issue that encompasses various forms of abusive behavior within romantic relationships among adolescents.  In this course, participants understand and identify the warning signs of a person experiencing abuse and the impact of dating violence. It will also explore the role of the school and bystanders that may be able to help reduce dating violence. "
The Art and Science of Communication for School Leaders,"(4 PD Hrs.) Presented by Dr. P.J. Caposey- Superintendent MCUSD 223 This course examines communication as a critical leadership skill and organizational strategy. Participants assess their communication practices and explore structures and processes that support effective engagement with stakeholders."
Time Management for Teachers,"(4 PD Hrs.) Dr. Loraine Stewart.  This course introduces the participant to techniques that help with personal organization of schedules, setting of priorities, and carrying out goals related to teaching."
Title IX Sexual Harassment,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course will cover 4 sections: 1) Understand the Federal definitions of sexual harassment and be able to identify sexual harassment, 2) Understand and identify reporting duties and other responsibilities an employee may have during the process, 3) Understand and apply the guidelines set forth in your district’s Anti-Sexual Harassment Policy and 4) Recognize inappropriate teacher-student interactions and model proper teacher-student interactions."
Traditions and Celebrations,"(2 PD Hrs.) by Tiffany Barrett, IASP.  This course explores leadership strategies for establishing meaningful traditions and celebrations that strengthen school culture. Participants examine ways to promote inclusivity, belonging, and shared community identity."
Transforming Lessons and Learning Through Technology Integration,"(3 PD Hrs.) By Aida Awad.  This course will guide classroom educators as they journey along a pathway toward implementing SAMR levels and 21st Century Skills into an instructional technology integrated lesson."
Trauma-Informed Practices,"(2 PD Hrs.) Presented by Tim Dohrer and Thomas Golebiewski. This course covers the comprehensive understanding of trauma, including its definition, effects on the brain and body, strategies for developing trauma-sensitive classrooms and schools, trauma-informed teaching practices, and fostering a healing-centered approach within the broader school community."
Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences,"(2 PD Hrs.) Dr. Diana Zaleski, Illinois Education Association.  This course introduces educators to Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and explains the impact these traumatic experiences have on health and behavioral outcomes for children. The course also identifies appropriate health and behavioral interventions educators might advocate for within their schools and community."
Understanding Child Sexual Abuse and Your Responsibility to Report,"(2 PD Hrs.) A child cannot consent to any form of sexual activity, period. When a perpetrator engages with a child this way, they are committing a crime that can have lasting effects on the victim. This course outlines your responsibility as an educator to report child sexual abuse, Section 10-23.13 and Grooming."
Understanding Mindset,"(2 PD Hrs.) By Dr. Diana Zaleski, Illinois Education Association. This course is designed to help educators understand the concept of mindset and how it relates to student achievement. In addition, this course will discuss strategies to support students’ adoption of a growth mindset."
Understanding SB100 and Student Discipline,"(2 PD Hrs.) By Dr. Diana Zaleski. This is an introductory course designed to help educators understand the implications of Illinois Senate Bill 100 (Public Act 099-0456) on local discipline policy and practices. Dr. Diana Zaleski will describe non-exclusionary alternatives to out-of-school suspension and expulsion."
Unmotivated Students,"(2 PD Hrs.) By Dr. Loraine Stewart, Virginia Commonwealth University.  This course will cover three sections: 1) Motivating From the Inside Out, 2) Overcoming the Myths of Motivation, 3) Motivating Classroom; and will provide educators with practical classroom instructional strategies, tools, and ideas."
Using SAT Data to Inform Improvement,"(3 PD Hrs.) By Deb Greaney.  This course provides an overview of the types and uses of data from the SAT K-12 Reporting Portal.  Processes for examining that data and making reliable, informed decisions to guide school improvement and accountability, curriculum and instruction, and learner outcomes are presented in the form of two simple data analysis protocols."
Vaping,"(2 PD Hrs.) This course provides an education on electronic nicotine delivery systems or ENDS, also known as vapes.  Participants will review emerging trends in adolescents who use these devices and have the opportunity to expand discussions associated with the negative health consequences of vapes."
Violence Prevention and Conflict Resolution,"(2 PD Hrs.) This mandated course equips participants with the skills to recognize and identify signs of conflict, understand various conflict types, identify types of violence, respond effectively to threats, comprehend conflict resolution at three-tier levels, and devise strategies for input on district plans, policies, and staff professional development in violence prevention and conflict resolution."