About Wayne RESA Enhancing Education in Wayne County.

This series will cover the newly available K-12 Data Literacy and Data Science Learning Progressions!This national, flexible framework is designed to help education leaders bring data literacy and data science into every student’s learning journey. Built with input from educators, researchers, and the public, these progressions set clear expectations for what students should learn from the earliest grades through graduation.-Create activities that weave Data Literacy into your current curriculum using a hands-on, collaborative approach.-Apply Data Literacy and Data Science principles across all grade levels and content areas.-Lunch and additional resources included.

The Wayne RESA Pupil Accounting Professional Learning Series is a comprehensive 11-month certification course designed to strengthen pupil accounting practices across our local districts.This professional development opportunity is ideal for both new and experienced staff seeking to deepen their understanding of Michigan’s pupil accounting requirements, improve compliance, and enhance the accuracy and efficiency of data reporting.Participants Will:- Learn core content aligned with the Michigan Pupil Accounting Manual- Complete real-world projects using actual district timelines and scenarios- Participate in hands-on workshops and peer collaboration- Earn certification by completing 90% of coursework and achieving 80% masteryTopics Include:Understanding the Pupil Accounting ManualCount Day procedures and documentationEnrollment and residency requirementsData quality and MSDS submissions (General Collections, SRMs, TSDL)Audit preparation and compliance best practices

This PD offering supports teachers’ assessment and interventions for Tier II and Tier III and serves as a complement to evidence-based instruction in Tier I instruction in mathematics. AVMR2 supports teams of K-5 teachers to implement tier II and Ill instruction in place value, multiplication, and division in the elementary mathematics classroom. Teachers learn to utilize a diagnostic assessment from Math Recovery® that targets students' current understanding in mathematics for the focus mathematics topics. Participants are then supported to recognize students' progress during tier 1 mathematics instruction, and to implement tier II and tier Ill interventions based on progress monitoring.The cost for this course includes a diagnostic assessment kit from US Math Recovery Council and resources to support intervention, including manipulatives, an intervention resource with activities, and a one-year membership to US Math Recovery.Contact Janine Owen (phone 734-334-1688); owenj@resa.net

The purpose of the collective meetings is to bring together all of Wayne County’s COSAs for professional learning and collaboration focused on supporting educators in delivering high-quality, equitable literacy instruction. This ongoing development is essential for deepening expertise in both literacy content and coaching practices. These sessions are designed to build the capacity of COSAs to guide teachers through reflective practice, data-informed decision-making, and the use of evidence-based strategies. By continually growing in these areas, COSAs will model a growth mindset, promote instructional excellence, and help ensure that all students have access to meaningful literacy learning.

This session is for Wayne RESA employees only. For others who are interested in participating in SEED for the 23-24 school year, please register for 5434 Seeking Educational Equity and Diversity (County-Wide).SEED is a peer-led professional development program that creates conversational communities to drive personal, organizational, and society change toward greater equity and diversity.SEED’s unique methodology involves:Facilitating, ongoing, structured group conversations in which all voices can be heard.Examining how our own stories related to social systems.Learning from the lessons of our own lives as well as from texts.Turning oppressions and privilege into agency and action.SEED seminars help participants reflect upon and connect their individual experiences to the wider systemic context.Members of a SEED seminar gain new insights into how the world word and how they can make their schools more inclusive and fairer.Participating in a SEED seminar affords you the opportunity to becomes a part of a conversational community where open, authentic dialogue supports our mutual learning about diversity.Regular attendance promotes trust and builds a strong community.Participants who register for the SEED Seminar are asked to commit to ALL sessions in the series.

This training aims to equip participants with a comprehensive understanding of Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) within the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE). Participants will learn how to create inclusive educational settings that maximize access, minimize restrictions, and provide equitable opportunities for students with disabilities in an integrated environment.Through this training, participants will:- Gain a clear understanding of the purpose and importance of FAPE in the LRE- Explore the key components and fundamental principles of LRE- Apply their knowledge of LRE to plan inclusive classrooms and make informed decisions about educational placements

This session will provide updates on the 2026-2027 GSRP enrollment process and a review of the latest forms.

A monthly gathering of Career Technical Education (CTE) Directors from across Wayne County, where we convene to collaborate, share insights, and strategize on enhancing our CTE programs.This meeting serves as vital platform for directors to discuss new initiatives, best practices, and the ever-evolving landscape of vocational education. The monthly agenda focuses on program improvement, topics include:updates on CTE legislation, curriculum development, continuous improvement, administrative responsibilities, program compliance, networking opportunities, roundtable discussions, and guest speakers.This meeting represents an invaluable opportunity to ensure our CTE programs are aligned with industry demands and effectively equip our students with the skills they need to succeed.Participation is crucial as we work together to drive excellence in career education throughout our community.

A program for impactful teacher leaders who are interested in pursuing administrative opportunities.This is a multi-session, cohort-based leadership development program for aspiring administrators focusing on the skills and responsibilities necessary to be effective building-level leaders.In-depth collaborative learning sessions will be centered on 5 Leadership Pillars (Instructional Leadership, Culture and Climate, Talent Management, Change Management, and Systems Thinking).Entry to this cohort is by application only.Registrants must complete an electronic application and leadership essay and include two completed recommendation forms submitted on the applicants behalf.

The Michigan DEI Facilitators network is an offering for leaders in DEI throughout Michigan schools. Leaders will come together to build relationships, share in learning to grow their capacity for equity work, and gain and share resources. Strategies for supporting school administration, staff, students, and communities in their efforts toward diversity, equity, and inclusion will be discussed and developed.

The Stronger Connections Community of Practice (CoP) is a collaborative learning network designed to support districts in reducing chronic absenteeism and fostering student engagement. Through this CoP, participating districts work together to implement evidence-based strategies, share best practices, and build sustainable systems that improve attendance outcomes for all students.Districts involved in this initiative include Chandler Park Academy, Dearborn Heights D7, Hamtramck, Huron, Lincoln Park, Redford Union, Riverview, Trenton, and Wayne-Westland. These districts engage in structured sessions, coaching calls, and ongoing collaboration to strengthen their attendance practices and create supportive learning environments.The CoP is guided by a multi-tiered approach to attendance, incorporating foundational supports, targeted interventions, and data-driven decision-making to address the root causes of chronic absenteeism. Participants work through a year-long cycle that includes interactive sessions, team discussions, and practical assignments designed to drive meaningful change in their schools.This initiative is made possible through the Title IV, Part A Stronger Connections Grant Program and is supported by Attendance Works, a national leader in attendance policy and practice.

This Bi-monthly workshop series is designed specifically for new Career and Technical Education (CTE) teachers in Wayne County! This collaborative and supportive environment aims to empower educators with the tools, strategies, and resources necessary to thrive in their new roles.Each session will focus on a key aspect of CTE education, including curriculum development, integrating industry standards, student engagement techniques, work-based learning opportunities, and effective assessment methods. Participants will have the chance to share experiences, collaborate on challenges, and brainstorm innovative approaches to enhancing their programs.