PROFESSIONAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
The Berea RTC provides regional and site-specific teacher and administrator professional learning and follow-up in the areas of development, implementation and evaluation of developmentally appropriate, research-based, effective programs for young children.
Please pay attention to the registration method. It differs from training to training.
All available PD will be posted on this page. You may also email andrea.ummel@berea.kyschools.us to be placed on the distribution list for lead teachers or, if you aren't a lead teacher, the open-registration distribution list.
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Online/Self-Paced PD Currently Available
NEW: Using Preschool Behavior Data Purposefully
This session provides an overview why we should collect behavior data and how to efficiently collect behavior data so that you can use it purposefully. To complete this professional learning session, you do not need to register. Please DOWNLOAD THE PDF and complete the assignments in order. After you complete and submit the Google form to receive 1 hour of PD credit. ECE-TRIS credit is not available. You will receive a certificate of completion via email.
This session provides an overview why we should collect behavior data and how to efficiently collect behavior data so that you can use it purposefully. To complete this professional learning session, you do not need to register. Please DOWNLOAD THE PDF and complete the assignments in order. After you complete and submit the Google form to receive 1 hour of PD credit. ECE-TRIS credit is not available. You will receive a certificate of completion via email.
Autism Series
Offered in collaboration with the Kentucky Autism Training Center, the Autism Series provides information about how to support young children with autism and other developmental delays or disabilities. You do not need to register. Download the PDF instructions for each session you are interested in and complete the assignments in order. You must score at least 80% on each session to receive a certificate and be assigned credit in ECE-TRIS. Please note that these sessions were previously posted on Canvas Free for Teachers. TRIS credit can only be given once within a 5-year period.
Diagnosis and Eligibility - 1 hour of PD/ECE-TRIS credit
Supporting Self-Regulation - 3 hours of PD/ECE-TRIS credit
Offered in collaboration with the Kentucky Autism Training Center, the Autism Series provides information about how to support young children with autism and other developmental delays or disabilities. You do not need to register. Download the PDF instructions for each session you are interested in and complete the assignments in order. You must score at least 80% on each session to receive a certificate and be assigned credit in ECE-TRIS. Please note that these sessions were previously posted on Canvas Free for Teachers. TRIS credit can only be given once within a 5-year period.
Diagnosis and Eligibility - 1 hour of PD/ECE-TRIS credit
Supporting Self-Regulation - 3 hours of PD/ECE-TRIS credit
Trauma Informed Care
Understanding how trauma impacts performance in the educational setting can change how we interact with our most vulnerable youth. This training will build the participant's fluency in defining trauma, describing how trauma may look in the classroom, discussing how trauma can affect student development and impact learning, and how to assess current school-wide and classroom systems with trauma informed lens. DOWNLOAD THE PDF, complete each step in each module ending with the Google Form in order to receive a certificate for 6 hours of PD credit. TRIS credit is not available. (Please note that this is the same training that was previously available through The Holler.)
Understanding how trauma impacts performance in the educational setting can change how we interact with our most vulnerable youth. This training will build the participant's fluency in defining trauma, describing how trauma may look in the classroom, discussing how trauma can affect student development and impact learning, and how to assess current school-wide and classroom systems with trauma informed lens. DOWNLOAD THE PDF, complete each step in each module ending with the Google Form in order to receive a certificate for 6 hours of PD credit. TRIS credit is not available. (Please note that this is the same training that was previously available through The Holler.)
Developmental Indicators for the Assessment of Learning (DIAL-4)
This session provides an overview of the DIAL-4 as well as information about how to administer and score the assessment. You do not need to register for this training. DOWNLOAD THE PDF, watch the videos and complete the Google Form to receive a certificate and 1 hour of credit in ECE-TRIS. TRIS credit can only be given once within a 5-year period.
This session provides an overview of the DIAL-4 as well as information about how to administer and score the assessment. You do not need to register for this training. DOWNLOAD THE PDF, watch the videos and complete the Google Form to receive a certificate and 1 hour of credit in ECE-TRIS. TRIS credit can only be given once within a 5-year period.
Building a Better IEP for Preschool
This course reviews the components of Individualized Education Programs (IEP) and provides information about how to complete each step of the IEP development process including measurement methods and progress monitoring toward goals. Requirements for meeting the criteria established by the Kentucky Department of Education in regards to IEP development and implementation are addressed. This course is available through Canvas Free for Teachers. To register, PLEASE SEND AN EMAIL to andrea.ummel@berea.kyschools.us with your name, email address, and school/agency and you will receive an invitation. You will need to sign up for an account if you don't have one. The training will show up under "Courses". Upon completion you will be emailed a certificate for 3 hours of ECE-TRIS credit. TRIS credit can only be given once within a 5-year period.
This course reviews the components of Individualized Education Programs (IEP) and provides information about how to complete each step of the IEP development process including measurement methods and progress monitoring toward goals. Requirements for meeting the criteria established by the Kentucky Department of Education in regards to IEP development and implementation are addressed. This course is available through Canvas Free for Teachers. To register, PLEASE SEND AN EMAIL to andrea.ummel@berea.kyschools.us with your name, email address, and school/agency and you will receive an invitation. You will need to sign up for an account if you don't have one. The training will show up under "Courses". Upon completion you will be emailed a certificate for 3 hours of ECE-TRIS credit. TRIS credit can only be given once within a 5-year period.
Administering, Scoring, and Interpreting the ASQ-3
This professional learning opportunity will provide participants with information necessary to administer, score, and interpret the Ages and Stages Questionnaire, 3rd edition (ASQ-3). Participants will gain an understanding of the screening process, explain how to administer the ASQ-3, and demonstrate how to score and interpret the results of the ASQ-3. You do not need to register for this training. DOWNLOAD THE PDF, watch the mini-lecture, score the sample questionnaire and complete the Google Form to receive a certificate and 2.5 hours of credit in ECE-TRIS. TRIS credit can only be given once within a 5-year period.
This professional learning opportunity will provide participants with information necessary to administer, score, and interpret the Ages and Stages Questionnaire, 3rd edition (ASQ-3). Participants will gain an understanding of the screening process, explain how to administer the ASQ-3, and demonstrate how to score and interpret the results of the ASQ-3. You do not need to register for this training. DOWNLOAD THE PDF, watch the mini-lecture, score the sample questionnaire and complete the Google Form to receive a certificate and 2.5 hours of credit in ECE-TRIS. TRIS credit can only be given once within a 5-year period.
The following self-paced training is available upon request. *
- Active Supervision in Preschool - 2 hours ECE-TRIS credit
- Strengthening Family Engagement - 3 hours ECE-TRIS credit
- Supporting Social Emotional Development in Early Learning - 3 hours ECE-TRIS credit
- Using Higher Order Questioning to Support Children's Language and Cognitive Development - 2 hours ECE-TRIS credit
Please email andrea.ummel@berea.kyschools.us with your name, email address and school/agency including your school/site for the assignment list(s). Make sure to specify which training(s) you are interested in.
* TRIS credit can only be given once within a 5-year period. PD credit is still available.
* TRIS credit can only be given once within a 5-year period. PD credit is still available.
Serving Children with Autism
These recordings, offered in collaboration with the Kentucky Autism Training Center, are from the Fall 2021 and Spring 2022 Autism Tip of the Month sessions. Watching these recordings will not give you any kind of credit.
Recorded Sessions:
Eligibility and Determination
Self Regulation
Sensory Processing
Reinforcement
Visual Supports, Part 1
Visual Supports, Part 2
Communication, Part 1
Communication, Part 2
These recordings, offered in collaboration with the Kentucky Autism Training Center, are from the Fall 2021 and Spring 2022 Autism Tip of the Month sessions. Watching these recordings will not give you any kind of credit.
Recorded Sessions:
Eligibility and Determination
Self Regulation
Sensory Processing
Reinforcement
Visual Supports, Part 1
Visual Supports, Part 2
Communication, Part 1
Communication, Part 2
Upcoming PD Sessions and Meetings
Autism Tip of the Month
In collaboration with the Kentucky Autism Training Center, the Berea RTC will be providing virtual "Autism Tip of the Month" sessions are scheduled for 1:00-2:00 pm on the Fridays listed below. You will receive an email link to join before the session.
Register at https://forms.gle/26Wn5qhr5n2ybq7F9
Topics will be determined via a survey at https://forms.gle/EcGp5X8vVpf4iZUG6.
In collaboration with the Kentucky Autism Training Center, the Berea RTC will be providing virtual "Autism Tip of the Month" sessions are scheduled for 1:00-2:00 pm on the Fridays listed below. You will receive an email link to join before the session.
- October 14
- November 4
- December 2
Register at https://forms.gle/26Wn5qhr5n2ybq7F9
Topics will be determined via a survey at https://forms.gle/EcGp5X8vVpf4iZUG6.
The Revised Kentucky Early Learning Standards
The purpose of the Early Childhood Standards is to provide educators with a guide to preparing children for success in school, starting in infancy through four-year-old. This session will be an overview of the revised early childhood standards with a focus on changes and additions to the standards. Participants will receive a certificate for 3 hours of PD credit. No TRIS credit will be given.
October 18, 2022, 3:30 to 5:30 ET via Google Meet
Register at https://forms.gle/gUUe6wVvshCeFYPT6
The purpose of the Early Childhood Standards is to provide educators with a guide to preparing children for success in school, starting in infancy through four-year-old. This session will be an overview of the revised early childhood standards with a focus on changes and additions to the standards. Participants will receive a certificate for 3 hours of PD credit. No TRIS credit will be given.
October 18, 2022, 3:30 to 5:30 ET via Google Meet
Register at https://forms.gle/gUUe6wVvshCeFYPT6
Preschool PBIS: Unpacking the Pyramid Virtual Series
This series will focus on crucial topics associated with effectively using Pyramid Model practices with preschool-aged children. Attention will be given to understanding the Pyramid Model framework and implementing evidence-based practices at the classroom/student level. Sessions will be provided by national experts in the field:
All sessions will be from 3:30-5:00 pm on the dates identified above. All participants will also receive a copy of the Unpacking the Pyramid book.
Register at https://forms.gle/wC7i6mnbxZ89YqsP9
This series will focus on crucial topics associated with effectively using Pyramid Model practices with preschool-aged children. Attention will be given to understanding the Pyramid Model framework and implementing evidence-based practices at the classroom/student level. Sessions will be provided by national experts in the field:
- Session 1 - Supportive Environments with Ted Bovey on November 3rd
- Session 2 - Emotional Literacy with Tweety Yates on December 1st
- Session 3 - Friendship Skills with Molly Milam on January 5th
- Session 4 - Problem Solving with Abby Taylor on February 2nd
- Session 5 - Challenging Behavior with Anna Winniker on March 2nd
All sessions will be from 3:30-5:00 pm on the dates identified above. All participants will also receive a copy of the Unpacking the Pyramid book.
Register at https://forms.gle/wC7i6mnbxZ89YqsP9
New Preschool Staff Meetings
On the third Thursday of each month we will address a different topic of importance to new Preschool teachers and staff. The Zoom link will be the same each month. The topic will be posted below for the upcoming meeting.
Register at this link to receive monthly reminders: https://forms.gle/XrpTvZRWWMKPQVqa7
If you would like access to the recording and resources from a particular meeting, please email andrea.ummel@berea.kyschools.us and specify the month you need access to.
October 20, 2022, 3:30 to 4:30 ET - "Kentucky Revised Early Learning Standards"
Join the Zoom Meeting at:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83954674066?pwd=THc3Z1UvR0lMZ2ZyTXpQc3QwOW9Tdz09
Upcoming Meetings:
November 17, 2022
December 15, 2022
January 19, 2023
February 16, 2023
March 16, 2023
April 20, 2023
May 18, 2023
On the third Thursday of each month we will address a different topic of importance to new Preschool teachers and staff. The Zoom link will be the same each month. The topic will be posted below for the upcoming meeting.
Register at this link to receive monthly reminders: https://forms.gle/XrpTvZRWWMKPQVqa7
If you would like access to the recording and resources from a particular meeting, please email andrea.ummel@berea.kyschools.us and specify the month you need access to.
October 20, 2022, 3:30 to 4:30 ET - "Kentucky Revised Early Learning Standards"
Join the Zoom Meeting at:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83954674066?pwd=THc3Z1UvR0lMZ2ZyTXpQc3QwOW9Tdz09
Upcoming Meetings:
November 17, 2022
December 15, 2022
January 19, 2023
February 16, 2023
March 16, 2023
April 20, 2023
May 18, 2023
Introduction to GOLD
Assessment is a vital piece of effective and responsive teaching. During this session, participants will examine the importance of ongoing formative assessment and reflect on their current teaching and assessment practices. Participants will identify the purposes of summative and formative assessment and examine resources used to facilitate the collection of data. Participants will also practice using a variety of tools to gather authentic information about children’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. By leveraging the progressions of development and learning, participants will strengthen their ability to make accurate assessment decisions. Participants will also explore digital tools used to bolster family partnerships and engage in two-way communication. Participants will receive a certificate for 6 hours of PD credit. TRIS is not available.
Friday, November 4, 2022, 8:00 to 3:00 ET, VIRTUAL
Limited to 30 participants
Register at https://forms.gle/jXzmWb8Aq5Jyx17fA
Assessment is a vital piece of effective and responsive teaching. During this session, participants will examine the importance of ongoing formative assessment and reflect on their current teaching and assessment practices. Participants will identify the purposes of summative and formative assessment and examine resources used to facilitate the collection of data. Participants will also practice using a variety of tools to gather authentic information about children’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. By leveraging the progressions of development and learning, participants will strengthen their ability to make accurate assessment decisions. Participants will also explore digital tools used to bolster family partnerships and engage in two-way communication. Participants will receive a certificate for 6 hours of PD credit. TRIS is not available.
Friday, November 4, 2022, 8:00 to 3:00 ET, VIRTUAL
Limited to 30 participants
Register at https://forms.gle/jXzmWb8Aq5Jyx17fA
Using the Assessment Cycle to Strengthen Teaching and Learning
During this 1-Day advanced GOLD® session, participants will learn how observations inform ongoing formative assessment and will identify the characteristics of high-quality objective documentation. Additionally, participants will refine their observation skills and practice identifying the indicators that best describe a child’s unique strengths. Reporting tools available in MyTeachingStrategies® allow educators to visualize classroom trends and adjust support to ensure the success of every child, and participants will generate, review, and interpret essential GOLD® reports for creating meaningful individualized learning experiences for children. Educators will also explore resources that support communication with families and professionals involved in children’s development and learning. Participants will receive a certificate for 6 hours of PD credit. TRIS is not available.
Friday, December 2, 2022, 8:30-3:30 ET, VIRTUAL
Limited to 30 participants
Register at https://forms.gle/ng5crCg2mbR6gMTD6
During this 1-Day advanced GOLD® session, participants will learn how observations inform ongoing formative assessment and will identify the characteristics of high-quality objective documentation. Additionally, participants will refine their observation skills and practice identifying the indicators that best describe a child’s unique strengths. Reporting tools available in MyTeachingStrategies® allow educators to visualize classroom trends and adjust support to ensure the success of every child, and participants will generate, review, and interpret essential GOLD® reports for creating meaningful individualized learning experiences for children. Educators will also explore resources that support communication with families and professionals involved in children’s development and learning. Participants will receive a certificate for 6 hours of PD credit. TRIS is not available.
Friday, December 2, 2022, 8:30-3:30 ET, VIRTUAL
Limited to 30 participants
Register at https://forms.gle/ng5crCg2mbR6gMTD6
For Administrative Staff Only
Leadership Meetings with KDE
Spring Leadership: March 21, 2023, 9:30am to 1:30pm ET
In Person. Location TBD.
Regular Monthly Administrator's Meetings for 2022-2023
9:00am to 10:00am ET via Zoom
Spring Leadership: March 21, 2023, 9:30am to 1:30pm ET
In Person. Location TBD.
Regular Monthly Administrator's Meetings for 2022-2023
9:00am to 10:00am ET via Zoom
- October 12
- November 9
- December 14
- January 11
- February 15
- April 12
- May 10
- June 14