About Wayne RESA Enhancing Education in Wayne County.

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

The Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol (SIOP) is widely considered the best instructional model to support multilingual learners (English learners) in English proficiency development and academic achievement. SIOP is the only empirically-validated model of sheltered instruction.Do you have multilingual learners in your school or classroom? Students with disabilities? Students who have been historically disenfranchised? Students who may need extra support with content concepts and skills? SIOP components and features can benefit all of these learners.This virtual SIOP Training is divided into 9 modules: 3 are synchronous (live) and 6 are asynchronous (at your own pace). This training incorporates a wide variety of technology tools into the SIOP model to support learning for ALL learners. Participants will have two weeks to complete all modules.This is an online event.**All sessions and asynchronous work must be attended and completed to receive SCECHs**

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.

These network meetings provide opportunities for current administrators/leaders to collaborate and develop their knowledge and understanding of current educational topics and shifts. Leadership discussions will focus on the 5 pillars of leadership (Instructional Leadership, Culture and Climate, Talent Management, Change Management, and Systems Thinking).

Discover a collaborative and enriching experience by joining our MTSS Community of Practice (CoP). This gathering will provide a unique opportunity for individuals interested in the various components of a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) framework to come together to share insights and engage in meaningful discussions. This open forum will showcase success stories from Wayne County and provide space for individuals or teams to share a problem of practice to leverage the expertise of the community to exchange ideas, resources, and tools. Join this dynamic group for an insightful and inspiring CoP yearlong series!

This hands-on session will guide special education teachers through developing clear, measurable IEP goals for secondary students. Focusing on math, reading, writing, and executive functioning, participants will explore best practices, review sample goals, and leave with practical strategies to ensure IEPs are student-centered, standards-aligned, and designed to promote growth and independence.

The purpose of this network is to provide a space for all educators working directly with newcomers to learn, collaborate, and share ideas and strategies to best serve their newcomers.Objectives:-Build a collaborative community of educators to better serve newcomersand their families-Provide a space for collaboration and new learning opportunities for educators of newcomers-Equip educators with strategies to promote English language development (ELD) and meaningful access to curriculum for newcomers

Explores the vital intersection of Trauma-Informed Care and the PBIS framework. Participants will discover how to create 'safe, predictable, and consistent' environments that are essential for students impacted by adverse childhood experiences.

Transform your geography instruction with engaging, interactive strategies that bring the world to life for students.This full-day professional development workshop led by the Michigan Geographic Alliance will explore innovative ways to enhance geographic thinking through hands-on and digital tools.. Participants will discover the power of giant maps to create immersive learning experiences, develop inquiry-based approaches that foster critical thinking, and integrate digital mapping technologies to make spatial analysis accessible and meaningful.The session will also emphasize the geographic perspective, helping educators guide students in understanding connections between people, places, and environments. Through collaborative activities, model lessons, and practical applications, attendees will leave with ready-to-use strategies and resources to deepen student engagement and geographic literacy.Whether you teach elementary, middle or high school, this workshop will equip you with tools to make geography dynamic, relevant, and alive in your classroom.

Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) is an early intervention evidence-based program that teaches participants how to recognize the signs and symptoms that suggest a potential mental health challenge, how to listen non-judgmentally, and how to give reassurance to youths who may be experiencing a mental health challenge and refer them to the appropriate professional support and services. The course is designed to teach you how to approach, assess, and assist youths who may be in the early stages of developing a mental health challenge or in a mental health crisis. Participants have two weeks before the start of class to complete the course pre-work, along with 5.5 hours of interactive live virtual curriculum training, a quiz, and an evaluation. During the course's live virtual session, participants must have their cameras on and ensure their audio is functioning properly.Please note: Youth Mental Health First Aid certification is valid for three years; we recommend completing this training at least once every three years to maintain certification status and receive updated content and materials.

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.

These network meetings provide opportunities for current administrators/leaders to collaborate and develop their knowledge and understanding of current educational topics and shifts founded in the 5 pillars of leadership (Instructional Leadership, Talent Management, Culture and Climate, Systems, and Change Management)