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SUMMARY:Design Like a Pro: Canva for Literacy
DESCRIPTION:Canva is more than a graphic design tool\, it’s a powerful platform for creating literacy-rich learning experiences. Participants will learn how to design visually engaging lesson materials\, vocabulary resources\, anchor charts\, newsletters\, digital presentations\, social media graphics\, student projects\, book trailers\, and classroom displays. This workshop will help educators elevate literacy instruction through purposeful visual communication and creative design. \nLiteracy Connections \n\nVocabulary \nReading Comprehension \nGraphic Organizers \nStudent Presentations \nBook Trailers \nFamily Engagement \nLiteracy Campaigns\n\nA light breakfast will be served for in person training 
URL:https://www.expandedschools.org/event/design-like-a-pro-canva-for-literacy/
CATEGORIES:Literacy
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SUMMARY:Understanding CASEL Social Emotional Learning Competencies
DESCRIPTION:In this introductory session\, attendees will learn about each of the CASEL 6 social emotional learning competencies. Basic strategies will be included. This session is best for people who want to learn about the competencies and people new to youth development and education. \nThis course is a companion to “Building Social Emotional Competencies in Youth” which covers best practices and strategies in more detail.
URL:https://www.expandedschools.org/event/understanding-casel-social-emotional-learning-competencies-2/
CATEGORIES:Educator Career Development
LOCATION:https://www.expandedschools.org/event/understanding-casel-social-emotional-learning-competencies-2/
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SUMMARY:NYC STEM Education Network Quarterly #2
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the NYC STEM Education Network’s quarterly meeting! We’ll come together to explore current trends in STEM education\, share news and opportunities\, spotlight member contributions\, and create space for collaboration and connection across our community. \nThis event will be held in person\, with location details shared with RSVP guests.  \nRegister now! \n 
URL:https://www.expandedschools.org/event/nyc-stem-education-network-quarterly-2/
CATEGORIES:STEM
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SUMMARY:Designing Lessons with Literacy at the Center
DESCRIPTION:Every activity can become a literacy opportunity. In this training\, participants will learn how to intentionally embed literacy into games\, creative arts\, STEM\, sports\, leadership\, and enrichment activities without making programs feel like the traditional school day. Educators will explore practical ways to strengthen vocabulary\, oral language\, comprehension\, writing\, and critical thinking while maintaining the engaging spirit of out-of-school time.   \nParticipants will leave with tools and strategies to create lessons that naturally reinforce literacy while supporting student voice\, collaboration\, and authentic learning experiences.  
URL:https://www.expandedschools.org/event/designing-lessons-with-literacy-at-the-center/
CATEGORIES:Literacy
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SUMMARY:Strategies for Building Harmonious Classrooms
DESCRIPTION:Managing a classroom is a group effort between the facilitator and participants. In this session\, best practices and strategies will be discussed. This is an interactive session. Come ready to listen\, learn\, and share. \nThis course is a companion to “Your Classroom Management Style and Principles” which covers the attitudes and experiences individuals bring into their classrooms.
URL:https://www.expandedschools.org/event/strategies-for-building-harmonious-classrooms-2/
CATEGORIES:Educator Career Development
LOCATION:https://www.expandedschools.org/event/strategies-for-building-harmonious-classrooms-2/
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SUMMARY:Create It! Literacy Games (K-5)
DESCRIPTION:Creativity and literacy go hand in hand. Create It! Literacy Games explores how visual arts can deepen reading comprehension\, strengthen vocabulary\, and inspire students to think critically about texts.  \nThrough hands-on projects\, participants will learn how artistic expression can help students make connections\, visualize ideas\, and demonstrate their understanding in meaningful ways. Perfect for out-of-school time programs; these activities encourage imagination while building essential literacy skills.   \nA light breakfast will be served for in person training
URL:https://www.expandedschools.org/event/create-it-literacy-games-k-5/
CATEGORIES:Literacy
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SUMMARY:Building Social Emotional Competencies in Youth
DESCRIPTION:Building social emotional learning (SEL) competencies in students is directly linked to positive student outcomes. In this session\, attendees will review the definition of social emotional learning and its associated competencies. Then\, strategies for teaching SEL skills and integrating SEL into activities will be covered. This is an interactive session. Come ready to listen\, learn\, and share. \nThis course is a companion to “Understanding CASEL Social Emotional Learning Competencies” which covers social emotional competencies in detail.
URL:https://www.expandedschools.org/event/building-social-emotional-competencies-in-youth-2/
CATEGORIES:Educator Career Development
LOCATION:https://www.expandedschools.org/event/building-social-emotional-competencies-in-youth-2/
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SUMMARY:Create It! Literacy Games (6-8)
DESCRIPTION:Creativity and literacy go hand in hand. Create It! Literacy Games explores how visual arts can deepen reading comprehension\, strengthen vocabulary\, and inspire students to think critically about texts.  \nThrough hands-on projects\, participants will learn how artistic expression can help students make connections\, visualize ideas\, and demonstrate their understanding in meaningful ways. Perfect for out-of-school time programs; these activities encourage imagination while building essential literacy skills.   \nA light breakfast will be served for in person training
URL:https://www.expandedschools.org/event/create-it-literacy-games-6-8-2/
CATEGORIES:Literacy
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