Embroidery with thread- decorative form embellishes Sashiko with thread- strengthens Learn both forms of needlework. A calm and soothing activity for teachers and students.
The benefits of sashiko - from saving money on clothes and reducing demand for fast fashion to creating stronger connections to our garments and finding peace of mind.
You will learn basic decorative embroidery stitches and Sashiko patterns. The main purpose of Sashiko is a bit different from the other types of hand-stitching. It is to make the fabric stronger and instead of patching or connecting two fabrics so-called patchworking or tailoring. These repairs soon turned into patterns and made it more interesting and beautiful.
With classrooms full of digital natives we tend to take for granted the skills and knowledge that our students may not possess. This class will cover the following topics: Basic Computer Skills, Digital Communication, Cybersecurity, Media Literacy, Digital Citizenship, Research/Data Analysis, Problem-Solving and Creativity. You will leave with some practical ideas and activities that you can integrate into your classroom in order to build a strong foundation for your students.
This session is for English, history, science, and health teachers who are looking to effectively incorporate reading and writing across their curriculum. Teachers will practice with strategies that support cross-curricular connections and provide a common language for teachers and students across the content areas.
Social Studies teachers wanting information on using data and analytics to showcase narratives and foster discussion in the history classroom should attend.
Come have some fun with the Theatre Directors from BHS & RHS. Learn the basics and benefits of improvisation and ways it can be incorporated into the middle or high school classroom. "Life begins at the end of your comfort zone." Neale Donald Walsch
Feeling overwhelmed by your first year? This session equips you with practical strategies for classroom management, creating a positive environment, and time management. Learn action planning for the semester, self-care tips, and how to build a supportive network. You've got this!
This professional learning session will equip educators with practical, research-based strategies to integrate literacy instruction into content area teaching, focusing on supporting English Language Learners (ELLs). Participants will explore the unique challenges faced by ELs, understand the importance of academic language development, and engage in activities that demonstrate how to implement high-impact literacy strategies across disciplines.
This session is designed for secondary teachers who want to include more hands-on learning in their classroom. We will discuss and practice a variety of activities that encourage student engagement.
We will share with you how to make some boring and sometimes difficult tasks easier and simpler. We will discuss programs such as OneNote, how to use Canvas Quizzes more effectively, and how we can still use paper material effectively without driving ourselves crazy.
This seminar introduces educators to the innovative principles outlined in Peter Liljedahl's Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics. Participants will explore practical strategies to foster student engagement, critical thinking, and collaborative problem-solving. The seminar blends hands-on experience with research-based insights into creating dynamic, student-centered learning environments. Attendees will learn about the 14 key strategies Liljedahl identifies to transform their classrooms and take away actionable steps for implementation.
