About Wayne RESA Enhancing Education in Wayne County.

ECS/ ECC staff will have the opportunity to participate in a community of practice in which they can dig deeply into the tier 1 pyramid practices that support their programs. Professional staff will be able to collaborate and problem solve together are implementation issues.

Want to learn more about The Essential Instructional Practices in Early Mathematics: Essential Instructional Practice (EIP) 6? EIP 6 states- Engage children regularly in brief (5-15 minute) interactive number sense routines focused on developing mental strategies for seeing quantity and working flexibly with numbers. This course focuses on Whole Number Number Talks which are one type of a Number Sense Routine you might choose to implement within your classroom.This is a self-paced course in Edupaths. In this course, you will be introduced to a Number Talk and the teaching practices that support the use of a number sense routine in the classroom. You will watch videos, plan for a number talk, practice recording student thinking, and consider the questions to use to support students' conceptual understanding of mathematics.Once the course window has opened, you will receive access via an Edupaths link to the course content.The cost of this workshop includes a Whole Number Number Talk book and a complete set of images to be used to support student understanding of numbers.To receive SCECHs, the course must be completed in its entirety by the last date of the course you are registered for. You can expect the full course to take approximately 8 hours to complete and can be broken into subtopics to more easily fit your schedule.Please be advised that once the registration period has closed, course materials will be sent to the address associated with your Learning Stream account. Once the materials are sent, the course is non-refundable.

Join us for a three-part book study on Know Better, Do Better: Comprehension-Fueling the Reading Brain with Knowledge, Vocabulary, and Rich Language by David and Meredith Liben. In this companion to their bestselling first book, the authors move beyond foundational skills to explore how the mind comprehends texts. They translate research into clear, practical insights that help teachers understand what students truly need to read deeply for pleasure and with purpose.Through our book study, we will dive into key topics such as vocabulary, knowledge building, and language structures, while exploring cutting-edge instructional strategies and ready-to-use tools. This is a great opportunity to engage in meaningful discussions, reflect on current practices, and apply new learning to strengthen comprehension instruction.Come learn, collaborate, and grow with us as we put our understanding into action!

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.

Assistive Technology can be an important component to building independence for our students. This virtual course will cover tools to support daily living, employment, and transition along with documenting these tools in the transition plan component of the IEP.

This multi-session training series is designed to equip professional staff and paraprofessionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively support students in schools. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of their critical roles and explore key interventions to enhance student success.Topics covered will include:Roles and responsibilities in educational settingsEffective documentation of supportThe importance of collaboration and teamworkUnderstanding disabilities and processing difficultiesEducational strategies and behavior interventionsTrauma-informed practicesData collection tools and practical application of strategiesPromoting student independenceThe use of assistive technologyAdditionally, dedicated time will be provided for problem-solving and networking with colleagues across the county, as well as with Wayne RESA staff. To maximize the impact of the training, paraprofessional teams from Independence are encouraged to attend together

Resource Program Teachers, Teacher Consultants, and Special Education Administrators are invited to join Resource Fridays to obtain support from Wayne RESA Special Education Consultants. The virtual office hours will be a place to ask questions, network, and obtain resources to support your practice.

Counselors will learn about the various branches of the military.Each session will cover one specific military branch as outlined below, address enlistment, education and training, career opportunities and benefits, and conclude with a discussion and Q and A. These virtual professional learning sessions fulfill the five military SCECHs required for school counselors.This professional learning session will be virtual and each attendee will receive 1.0 military SCECHs for each session attended.Each session will highlight a different branch of the Armed Forces.

ECS/ ECC staff will have the opportunity to participate in a community of practice in which they can dig deeply into the tier 1 pyramid practices that support their programs. Professional staff will be able to collaborate and problem solve together are implementation issues.

Introduction to Restorative Practices (Day 1) training focuses on the key concepts of Restorative Practices and how they are used to build strong, healthy relationships, resolve challenges, and build social capital. The concepts involve reflection and awareness of one's self and one's practice.Day 2: Using Circles Effectively applies the fundamental processes of Restorative Practices and enables participants to practice the techniques, including how to optimally utilize circles in any setting.As part of Wayne RESA's course offerings, participation in Restorative Practices Days 1 & 2 (Introduction to Restorative Practices & Using Circles Effectively) is a prerequisite to attending Restorative Practices: Facilitating a Restorative Conference or Restorative Practices: Family Engagement and Empowerment.Black Family Development, Inc., a license partner of the International Institute of Restorative Practices, facilitates this formal Restorative Practices training.Please Note: In addition to learning skills to support positive relationship development and improve overall school climate and culture, participation in this course prepares schools to knowledgeably consider use of restorative practices as required in Michigan's 'Rethink Discipline' legislation (Public Acts 360-366 of 2016).

Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) is used with many students across Wayne County. Are you working with an AAC user and struggling with assessment and tracking their progress? How about writing functional and impactful measurable goals? This professional learning opportunity will provide an overview of a variety of FREE AAC assessment tools with opportunity for exploration. Additionally, writing “appropriate” AAC IEP goals will be reviewed.

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