Emotions Mix Tape: Building Emotional Intelligence
Tuesday, April 7, 2020 | 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. ET
What exactly are emotions? In this session you will be able to define emotions in terms of mind and body (recognizing emotions), build emotion vocabulary (labeling emotions), and define important aspects of emotional intelligence. Youth development professionals apply emotional intelligence in everything they do – from supporting youth manage their feelings to interacting with parents to managing staff. Because music is important to young people and listening to music activates large areas of the brain associated with a wide range of emotions, you will build a better understanding of emotions through music.
CEC: Act 48 credits are being offered
Presenter: Lori Nathanson, Ph.D., SEL Consultant
Ways to Connect with Students and Families Virtually
Tuesday, April 7, 2020 | 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. ET
There are many ways to use technology to connect with students and families virtually. In this session, you will be taken through strategies and technology tools to make virtual connections happen. You will learn how to use your current communication channels and set up alternate channels to connect with your community. You will be provided with an overview of how to set up newsletters and simple landing pages with information and resources for families.
CEC: Act 48 credits are being offered
Presenter: Monica Burns, Ed.D., EdTech and Curriculum Consultant, Class Tech Tips, LLC
Classroom Technology Tools for Remote Afterschool Programs
Wednesday, April 8, 2020 | 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. ET
In this session, you will learn about free and low-cost technology tools that give students access to digital learning tools. There are mobile apps, smartphone-friendly websites, and tools children and families can access on tablets, Chromebooks and laptops. Learn about the high-quality resources available for children that you can recommend to families or incorporate them into a structured afterschool program.
CEC: Act 48 credits are being offered
Presenter: Monica Burns, Ed.D., EdTech and Curriculum Consultant, Class Tech Tips, LLC
Continuous Education – Aligning K-12 Afterschool Programming with the School Day
Thursday, April 9, 2020 | 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. ET
You for Youth (Y4Y) Education Specialist Andrew Francis will discuss the benefits and importance of continuing student education from the school day into 21st Century Community Learning Centers program experiences. Learn about the six key components that support and nurture strong partnerships between the school day and out-of-school time programs, as well as Y4Y resources that can be easily implemented into afterschool sites.
CEC: Act 48 credits are being offered
Presenter: Andrew Francis, Education Specialist, You for Youth
Surviving or Thriving? The Intentional Practice of Workplace Wellness
Thursday, April 23, 2020 | 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. ET
With the ever-increasing demands of the workplace, fostering our own resilience and social emotional wellness often takes a back seat. Mona Johnson will address the critical importance of prioritizing self-care practice and its inherent connection to K-12 workplace success.
CEC: Act 48 credits are being offered
Presenter: Mona Johnson, Ed.D., Director of Student Support, Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction
Your 21st Century Community Learning Centers Monitoring Visit: Assuring Best Results
Tuesday, May 12, 2020 | 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. ET
More information will be available soon.
Navigating the 21st Century Community Learning Centers Program’s Evaluation, Reporting, and Resources
Tuesday, May 19, 2020 | 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. ET
More information will be available soon.