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SUMMARY:Sustainable Design: Innovation to Reduce Global Impacts
DESCRIPTION:OverviewExplore Sustainable Design and Green Chemistry through an asynchronous Canvas Course. The course will guide you through an introduction to green chemistry and sustainable design\, include classroom lessons that incorporate science and engineering\, provide green chemistry career explorations\, highlight freely available resources and provide some time for implementation planning. \nDesigned for 6th-8th grade classrooms however resources for upper elementary have been incorporated and other age groups could benefit these resources and message. \nDate & TimeFebruary 1\, 2024 – February 29\, 2024 \nLocationAsynchronous Course Available Online \nRegistration Price$10/person \nClock Hours10 STEM Clock Hours Available for Purchase \nRegister via pdEnrollerBack to events calendar >
URL:https://www.ncesd.org/event/innovation-reduce-impacts-feb2024/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240207T120000
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SUMMARY:NCW Cyber Meetup - How to minimize your cyber risk using the NIST framework (February 2024)
DESCRIPTION:OverviewJoin us for our monthly Cyber Meetup events! These events are designed for business\, education\, technology\, and community partners to come together for collaborative learning and discussion on technology topics. Every event features a presentation from a technology professional\, discussion\, and time for networking! \nSign up for our mailing list to receive update emails on future meetings. \nMeetings are held on the first Wednesday of the month at noon and lunch will be provided. \nAbout February’s Event – How to minimize your cyber risk using the NIST framework \nPresentation by: Abhi Thorat\, Founder and CEO\, Strategic Alliance Consulting \nCybersecurity is complex\, but implementing standardized frameworks can take out a lot of the guesswork and help you avoid common pitfalls. Learn how the NIST framework can be used to assess your current security posture and provide a roadmap for future enhancements. \nAbhi is the Founder and CEO of Strategic Alliance Consulting (SAC)\, a Communications and Cybersecurity solutions firm based in Bellevue\, WA. He has over two decades of experience designing\, building\, operating\, and securing data networks for enterprise and nationwide service provider 4G/5G networks. This includes stints with leading networking companies like Cisco & Juniper. Abhi has also appeared as a featured speaker at the Washington State Legislature to lead discussions on cybersecurity for critical infrastructure. \nDate & TimeWednesday\, February 7\n12:00pm – 1:00pm\nLunch will be provided \nLocationNorth Central ESD430 Olds Station Road\, Wenatchee WA 98801 \nMid-Valley Hospital Conference Center | Family Medical Building800 Jasmine Street\, Omak\, WA \nBig Bend Community College\, Workforce Education Center Building Room 02117611 Bolling St NE\, Moses Lake\, WA 98837 \nRegister nowBack to events calendar >
URL:https://www.ncesd.org/event/ncw-cyber-meetup-feb2024/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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SUMMARY:Science In Our Valley: Combining Mangos and Wild Mangos - The Wango Origin Story
DESCRIPTION:OverviewScientists and science educators in the Wenatchee Valley have been gathering for the past few years for weekly seminars to catalyze the development of an engaged regional scientific community. Each series features the research of local scientists and invited guest speakers. \nThis year’s events are held at the Washington State University Tree Fruit Research and Extension Center in Wenatchee\, and are open to the public. Join us for this great opportunity to learn about the incredible research in our own backyard. Prior registration is not required to attend these events. \nThis project is supported by a grant from Our Valley Our Future. Other supporters include: NCESD\, Apple STEM Network\, WSU Tree Fruit Research & Extension Center\, Wenatchee Valley College\, and USDA Research Station. \nClick here to subscribe to Science In Our Valley email updates \nCombining Mangos and Wild Mangos: The Wango Origin StoryPresented by Thiago Campbell\, PhD Student\, Washington State University \nDomestication of mangos has brought about a potential genetic bottleneck that is not as disease-resistant or adaptable to changing climactic conditions. \nThrough numerous years of collecting trips in Southeast Asia\, over 69 different wild mango species have been identified and collected\, with germplasm of many located in Puerto Rico and Florida\, among other places. These wild mangos were successfully crossbred with the common mango (Mangifera indica) to create new interspecific hybrids\, now referred to as ‘wangos’.These new fruits are in the earliest stages of development and require many years of testing for flowering induction\, precocity\, fruit quality\, etc.\, but they serve as a sign of the genetic potential available to create new fruits with a novel marketing opportunity. \nView & Download Seminar Flyer > \nThe seminar presentations are intended for a ‘science-based’ audience\, including researchers\, postdoctoral scientists\, teachers\, graduate students\, undergraduate scientists\, and science enthusiasts. \nK-12 educators are also encouraged to attend the seminar series to learn about local career connections and research efforts that they can bring back to their students. Clock hours are available through the North Central Educational Service District for attending the series. \nDate & TimeWednesday\, February 7\n4:00pm – 5:00pm \nLocationWSU Tree Fruit Research & Extension Center\n1100 N Western Ave\, Wenatchee\, WA 98801 \nRegistration PriceFree \nClock Hours1 Clock Hours Available for Purchase \nClick here to register on pdEnroller for Clock Hours \nLEARN MOREBack to events calendar >
URL:https://www.ncesd.org/event/siov-02-07-2024/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240207T173000
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SUMMARY:Early Learning Connection: Autism - Resources & Strategies
DESCRIPTION:OverviewGathering for all Early Learning partners to engage in shared learning opportunities: Participants will learn the basic characteristics of Autism as well as evidence-based teaching strategies. Review of evaluation\, assessment\, the diagnosis process as well as effective teaching strategies in the classroom and/or home environment for children with characteristics of Autism. \nSTARS HOURS AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE (Same rate as Clock Hours) \nDate & TimeWednesday\, February 7\n4:00pm – 5:30pm \nLocationNorth Central ESD\n430 Olds Station Road\, Wenatchee WA 98801 \nOnline via Zoom \nRegistration PriceFree \nClock Hours1.5 STARS and/or Clock Hours Available for Purchase \nRegister via pdEnrollerBack to events calendar >
URL:https://www.ncesd.org/event/early-learning-connection-feb2024/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240213T080000
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SUMMARY:Level 1 Threat Assessment Training and Learning Lab
DESCRIPTION:OverviewThreat Assessment Training\, Level 1: \n– A brief review of supportive research and the best practice prescriptive recommendations for assessment and management\n– The application of threat assessment concepts and research in a site-based protocol called a Level 1\n– Direct instruction on conducting Level 1 threat assessments at a school level\, including the process for referral to a community-based Level 2 threat assessment support team\n– Case review and lab exercises demonstrating the Level 1 threat assessment process\n– Q & A and problem solving that addresses each school district’s needs \nLearning Lab Scenarios: \n– Brief review of Threat Assessment and how it has evolved in the past year\n– Direct instruction on setting up a threat assessment team at a school/building level\n– Breakout groups and mock scenarios\n– Follow up questions \nTraining Includes Lunch \nDate & TimeTuesday\, February 13\n8:00am – 2:30pm \nLocationNorth Central ESD\n430 Olds Station Road\, Wenatchee WA 98801 \nRegistration PriceFree \nClock Hours6.5 Clock Hours Available for Purchase \nRegister via pdEnrollerBack to events calendar >
URL:https://www.ncesd.org/event/level-1-threat-assessment-feb2024/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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SUMMARY:AI for Inclusive Practices
DESCRIPTION:OverviewJoin us for this full-day workshop on how to use AI tools to increase teacher efficiency and design accessible learning experiences for all students! Participants will use entry level AI tools and engage with activities to increase efficiency when creating universally accessible lessons and activities. \nDate & TimeTuesday\, February 13\n9:00am – 3:00pm \nLocationNorth Central ESD\n430 Olds Station Road\, Wenatchee WA 98801 \nRegistration PriceFree \nClock Hours6 Clock Hours Available for Purchase \nRegister via pdEnrollerBack to events calendar >
URL:https://www.ncesd.org/event/ai-inclusive-practices/
LOCATION:North Central ESD\, WA
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240214T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240214T170000
DTSTAMP:20260729T201937
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SUMMARY:Science In Our Valley: Open Networking Social
DESCRIPTION:OverviewScientists and science educators in the Wenatchee Valley have been gathering for the past few years for weekly seminars to catalyze the development of an engaged regional scientific community. Each series features the research of local scientists and invited guest speakers. \nThis year’s events are held at the Washington State University Tree Fruit Research and Extension Center in Wenatchee\, and are open to the public. Join us for this great opportunity to learn about the incredible research in our own backyard. Prior registration is not required to attend these events. \nThis project is supported by a grant from Our Valley Our Future. Other supporters include: NCESD\, Apple STEM Network\, WSU Tree Fruit Research & Extension Center\, Wenatchee Valley College\, and USDA Research Station. \nClick here to subscribe to Science In Our Valley email updates \nOpen Networking SocialJoin us for this opportunity to meet and connect with scientists and science enthusiasts in the region while enjoying coffee and treats. Faculty\, Postdocs\, grad students\, undergrads\, educators and community are all welcome! \nThe seminar presentations are intended for a ‘science-based’ audience\, including researchers\, postdoctoral scientists\, teachers\, graduate students\, undergraduate scientists\, and science enthusiasts. \nK-12 educators are also encouraged to attend the seminar series to learn about local career connections and research efforts that they can bring back to their students. Clock hours are available through the North Central Educational Service District for attending the series. \nDate & TimeWednesday\, February 14\n4:00pm – 5:00pm \nLocationWSU Tree Fruit Research & Extension Center\n1100 N Western Ave\, Wenatchee\, WA 98801 \nRegistration PriceFree \nClock Hours1 Clock Hours Available for Purchase \nClick here to register on pdEnroller for Clock Hours \nLEARN MOREBack to events calendar >
URL:https://www.ncesd.org/event/siov-02-14-2024/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240220T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240220T153000
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SUMMARY:Integrating Literacy with Science: Kits & Project GLAD
DESCRIPTION:OverviewA select group of teachers will work on creating GLAD support lessons for the science kits that are in the kit co-op K-8. We will meet three times as a team with some tasks to complete in-between times. \nMeetings: \n\nTuesday\, February 20 | 9:00am – 3:30pm\nWednesday\, March 13 | 9:00am – 3:30pm\nWednesday\, May 1 | 9:00am – 3:30pm\n\nDate & TimeTuesday\, February 20\n9:00am – 3:30pm \nLocationNorth Central ESD\n430 Olds Station Road\, Wenatchee WA 98801 \nRegistration PriceFree \nClock Hours18 Clock Hours Available for Purchase \nRegister via pdEnrollerBack to events calendar >
URL:https://www.ncesd.org/event/integrating-literacy-with-science/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240220T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240220T153000
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SUMMARY:Safety Net Application Workshop
DESCRIPTION:OverviewJoin NCESD Assistant Superintendent Trisha Schock and Executive Director of Student Success Darcy Johnson for this workshop designed to provide school district Business Managers and Special Education Directors an overview of the Safety Net process. \nThe Safety Net process involves several key steps and documentation for LEAs seeking additional funding for IEP High-Need Individuals and Community Impact. LEAs must submit various forms and attachments through the EGMS application system\, including Worksheet A\, IEPs\, budget reconciliations\, and expenditure reports. \nTopics covered during the workshop include: \nIntroduction to Safety Net FundingApplication Submission GuidelinesPost-Submission ProcessCommittee Meetings and Award DecisionsBudget Submission and ClaimsTraining and SupportPlus\, OSPI Special Education Administrative Program Specialist\, Amber O’Donnell\, will be joining us to answer any technical questions to ensure your application is ready to submit. \nDate & TimeTuesday\, February 20\n12:00pm – 3:30pm \nLocationNorth Central ESD\n430 Olds Station Road\, Wenatchee WA 98801 \nRegistration PriceFree \nRegister via pdEnrollerBack to events calendar >
URL:https://www.ncesd.org/event/safety-net-application-workshop-165892/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240221T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240221T170000
DTSTAMP:20260729T201937
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SUMMARY:Science In Our Valley: A Look at Digital Technologies in Washington Vineyards
DESCRIPTION:OverviewScientists and science educators in the Wenatchee Valley have been gathering for the past few years for weekly seminars to catalyze the development of an engaged regional scientific community. Each series features the research of local scientists and invited guest speakers. \nThis year’s events are held at the Washington State University Tree Fruit Research and Extension Center in Wenatchee\, and are open to the public. Join us for this great opportunity to learn about the incredible research in our own backyard. Prior registration is not required to attend these events. \nThis project is supported by a grant from Our Valley Our Future. Other supporters include: NCESD\, Apple STEM Network\, WSU Tree Fruit Research & Extension Center\, Wenatchee Valley College\, and USDA Research Station. \nClick here to subscribe to Science In Our Valley email updates \nA Look at Digital Technologies in Washington VineyardsPresented by Jake Schrader\, Smart Farm Engineering Technician\, AgAID Institute \nMore information coming soon! Note location change. \nThe seminar presentations are intended for a ‘science-based’ audience\, including researchers\, postdoctoral scientists\, teachers\, graduate students\, undergraduate scientists\, and science enthusiasts. \nK-12 educators are also encouraged to attend the seminar series to learn about local career connections and research efforts that they can bring back to their students. Clock hours are available through the North Central Educational Service District for attending the series. \nDate & TimeWednesday\, February 21\n4:00pm – 5:00pm \nLocationWenatchee Valley College Jack & Edna McGuire Event Center\n1300 Fifth Street\, Wenatchee\, WA 98801 \nRegistration PriceFree \nClock Hours1 Clock Hours Available for Purchase \nClick here to register on pdEnroller for Clock Hours \nLEARN MOREBack to events calendar >
URL:https://www.ncesd.org/event/siov-02-21-2024/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240227T150000
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SUMMARY:Structured Literacy (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:OverviewThis professional learning opportunity is for PreK – 6 teachers\, paraeducators\, reading specialists and coaches to gain deeper understanding of the Science of Reading\, Structured Literacy lesson planning\, and support for all students in a Multi-tiered Systems of Support to achieve literacy success for all. \nDate & TimeTuesday\, February 27\n9:00am – 3:00pm \nThursday\, March 14\n9:00am – 3:00pm \nTuesday\, April 16\n9:00am – 3:00pm \nThursday\, May 2\n9:00am – 3:00pm \nLocationNorth Central ESD\n430 Olds Station Road\, Wenatchee WA 98801 \nRegistration Price$200/person \nClock Hours24 Clock Hours Available for Purchase \nRegister via pdEnrollerBack to events calendar >
URL:https://www.ncesd.org/event/structured-literacy-165323/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240227T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240227T183000
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SUMMARY:Project GLAD Research & Theory Workshop
DESCRIPTION:OverviewAccelerate Learning and Amplify Instruction for Multilingual Learners.  In this class you will learn about the research that supports the model while examining the teaching strategies in depth. \nWhat is a Research & Theory Workshop?Training starts with the GLAD® Foundations where participants research and learn about the theory behind language acquisition\, culture\, and brain research as they apply to children and adolescents. This training must be complete before attending a Demonstration training. \nWhat is Project GLAD®While curricula and standards (Common Core\, Content-specific\, and Grade Level) tell teachers what to teach\, GLAD® shows teachers how to teach. It uses demonstration\, real-time modeling\, and research to give teachers a structure to follow and strategies to employ. The GLAD® philosophy is teach to the highest and scaffold for the neediest. All students have access to grade level materials\, and those that are at their individual level. \nLearn more at www.ncesd.org/news/ncesd-glad-trainings \nDate & TimeTuesday\, February 27\n3:30pm – 6:30pm \nWednesday\, February 28\n3:30pm – 6:30pm \nThursday\, February 29\n3:30pm – 6:30pm \nLocationOnline Meeting\nHosted via Zoom \nRegistration Price$650/person \nClock Hours9 Clock Hours Available for Purchase \nRegister via pdEnrollerBack to events calendar >
URL:https://www.ncesd.org/event/glad-workshop-162148/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240228T173000
DTSTAMP:20260729T201937
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SUMMARY:Structured Literacy (Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:OverviewThis professional learning opportunity is for PreK – 6 teachers\, paraeducators\, reading specialists and coaches to gain deeper understanding of the Science of Reading\, Structured Literacy lesson planning\, and support for all students in a Multi-tiered Systems of Support to achieve literacy success for all. \nDate & TimeWednesday\, February 28\n3:30pm – 5:30pm \nWednesday\, March 13\n3:30pm – 5:30pm \nWednesday\, March 20\n3:30pm – 5:30pm \nWednesday\, April 10\n3:30pm – 5:30pm \nWednesday\, April 24\n3:30pm – 5:30pm \nWednesday\, May 8\n3:30pm – 5:30pm \nLocationHosted Online\nvia ZOOM \nRegistration Price$100/person \nClock Hours12 Clock Hours Available for Purchase \nRegister via pdEnrollerBack to events calendar >
URL:https://www.ncesd.org/event/structured-literacy-165326/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240228T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240228T170000
DTSTAMP:20260729T201937
CREATED:20240205T171838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T171838Z
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SUMMARY:Science In Our Valley: Apple Breeding 101
DESCRIPTION:OverviewScientists and science educators in the Wenatchee Valley have been gathering for the past few years for weekly seminars to catalyze the development of an engaged regional scientific community. Each series features the research of local scientists and invited guest speakers. \nThis year’s events are held at the Washington State University Tree Fruit Research and Extension Center in Wenatchee\, and are open to the public. Join us for this great opportunity to learn about the incredible research in our own backyard. Prior registration is not required to attend these events. \nThis project is supported by a grant from Our Valley Our Future. Other supporters include: NCESD\, Apple STEM Network\, WSU Tree Fruit Research & Extension Center\, Wenatchee Valley College\, and USDA Research Station. \nClick here to subscribe to Science In Our Valley email updates \nApple Breeding 101Presented by India Cain\, Associate in Research\, Washington State University \nGain some insight into the process of apple breeding from the Washington State University (WSU) apple breeding program\, the home of the Cosmic Crisp® apple. Producing a new apple variety takes around 20 years of multi-stage evaluation and selection. \nThe WSU breeding program was started in 1994 with the aim of producing new varieties especially suited to the main production areas of the state. The program targets consumers by improving quality\, particularly texture\, as well as appearance and storability. The breeding program works closely with stakeholders to determine the method of release\, and the new variety is patented and given a commercial brand name before being released to consumers. \nView and Download Event Flyer > \nThe seminar presentations are intended for a ‘science-based’ audience\, including researchers\, postdoctoral scientists\, teachers\, graduate students\, undergraduate scientists\, and science enthusiasts. \nK-12 educators are also encouraged to attend the seminar series to learn about local career connections and research efforts that they can bring back to their students. Clock hours are available through the North Central Educational Service District for attending the series. \nDate & TimeWednesday\, February 28\n4:00pm – 5:00pm \nLocationWSU Tree Fruit Research & Extension Center\n1100 N Western Ave\, Wenatchee\, WA 98801 \nRegistration PriceFree \nClock Hours1 Clock Hours Available for Purchase \nClick here to register on pdEnroller for Clock Hours \nLEARN MOREBack to events calendar >
URL:https://www.ncesd.org/event/siov-02-28-2024/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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