Summer Virtual Conference – Michigan (formerly Livonia)
PDSI 9969 – Student Engagement, Enriching the Learning Environment
3 Credits Available
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Individual Registration:
3 credits
Group Registration (three or more from same school):
3 credits
Conference Only (no credits)
COVID-19 UPDATE:
Course Information
Date: June 22 – 26, 2020
Time: 8AM – 4PM, 4PM – 6PM Wellness Options Daily
Location:
Zoom Interactive Live Stream or recorded “On-Demand”
Credits Available: 3
Summer Institutes presents:
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Michigan conferences will be held entirely online (using Zoom, Interactive Live Stream ) this year. In the event of a personal scheduling conflict, all live presentations, PLC’s and relationship building activities will also be recorded for “On-Demand” viewing.
This rejuvenating conference includes everything you’ve grown to expect from SI and more.
- Replenish, Rejuvenate & Remember Why You Teach
- Trauma Informed Strategies
- Relational Equity Training
- PLC Collaboration Components, including Teacher Empathy
- From STEM to STEAM: Place-Based Education Trips
- Innovative Technology
- Relevant Standards-Based Presentations
- Important Wellness Activities
Course Information
- 3 Semester University of the Pacific Graduate Level Credits
- Three-credit class is a forty-five hour week (3 semester units = 4.5 quarter credits).
- University of the Pacific (non-profit/WASC approved)
- Save money with Early Bird registration and Group Rates! (3 or more from the same school)
Additional Links & Materials
The Summer Institutes Difference
Attending a Summer Institutes Conference provides more than just a way to earn additional teaching certification credits, opportunities to earn salary advancement credits, or obtaining professional clock hours. We want to be your partner throughout your continuing education journey. Whether it’s listening to one of our engaging presenters, attending a PBE (Place Based Education) workshop, sharing peer expertise in PLC’s, or participating in a wellness activity or stress reduction class, we’re committed to providing you with the maximum return on your investment. You’ll leave our conferences feeling refreshed, replenished, and rejuvenated. Bottom line: we care about you!
“In my 25 years of evaluating educator conferences, nobody does it as well as Summer Institutes.”
Dr. Rich McBridge, Superintendent – 2014 National President AESA
Salary Advancement Credits Teaching Certification Credits Wellness Options Stress Reduction Place-Based Education
Featured Presenters:
“Trauma Empowered Educators,” Jennifer Goodman and Joann Weil, Hope Middle School
Additional Presenters:
Derrick Veale is managing St John’s Community School’s online learning. He is an expert in teaching computer courses to educators, students and community members. For over 18 years, Derrick has taught RESA and Summer Institute technology courses along with numerous professional development sessions at various schools and levels. When he’s not teaching, he likes to spend time with his wife and two daughters and go to live concerts.Participants will learn:* Using “short cut” applications to improve teaching productivity* ZOOM* Google Classroom* Summer Institutes Course Participant’s Technology Advisor
“Common Sense Classroom Discipline,” Tim Wood, Grand Valley State University
“Leadership,” Jackson Kaguri, Built an Orphanage in Uganda. 2015 Waisalitz Global Citizen Award, Time Magazine, CNN featured, addressed UN twice. Author: Victory for My Village, A School for My Village, Precious Stones
Computer Session, “Making it Easier for Teachers and Students,” Derrick Veale, St. John High School
“Using Your Community for Teaching Enrichment,” Mitch Lutzke, Williamston High School, A native of Albion, Michigan, Mitch is a graduate of Albion Senior High School and holds BA in Telecommunications from Michigan State University and a history/teacher education BA from Western Illinois University. While in high school, he worked in radio for two years as a disc jockey, reporter and sportscaster. After MSU he worked in radio for six years, where he won news reporting awards, before returning to school to earn a teaching certificate. In the classroom his work has seen him honored with a DAR History teaching Award and the State of Michigan Library Odyssey Award. In the field of coaching, Mitch was inducted into the MITCA Track and Field coaches Hall of Fame in 2020, has been a state of Michigan Track and Field Boys Coach of the Year selection by MHSCA, a two time Girls Track and Field Coach of the Year by MITCA and the winner of Mid-Michigan’s Eddy Award for track and field coaching. The Williamston Chamber of Commerce recently award Mitch the Hometown Hero Award for his community work. He is also the current Vice-President of the Williamston Depot Museum, has authored three books, including a 2019 Michigan Notable Book Award about the championship Page Fence Giants black baseball team and coached his wife in the 1988 Olympic Track and Field trails. He lives in Williamston with his wife and together they raised three children. He teachers United States history, Sociology and TV Broadcasting at Williamston High School
“Active Shooter,” Tracy Hazel, OSHA-Red Cross- National Safety Council Certified
Site Coordinator: Dick Comar
Dick Comar
Dick Comar will be facilitating the Livonia SI Conference.
Dick will be covering the follow topics during the summit:
- Relationship building based on care, hope & trust
- Mindfulness practices to decrease stress
- Social & Emotional Wellness
- Subject/Grade level PLC Facilitator
- Place Based Education
- Wellness Education
DUE TO COVID-19, EARLY BIRD PRICING HAS BEEN EXTENDED! – Register before May 15th and and save $90.00 – $110.00!
The STEAM Education Movement in Schools
STEAM education is gaining popularity in schools across the country. Learn how students are benefitting from educators who have begun adopting this framework.
From STEM…
“Hard at work at Summer Institutes.”
Film provided by Alex Kajitani, California Teacher of the Year and nationally known as “The Rappin’ Mathematician” http://alexkajitani.com
…to STEAM
“Taking STEM to the next level with STEAM learning opportunities and activities.”
Film provided by Art Teacher Cassidee Dermond, https://cassideesartgallery.weebly.com.
Directions
All participants will receive an email that includes an invitation to join the Zoom classroom link. please check back periodically for further instructions and updates. Thank you for your patience during this transition.
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