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8:00am EDT

PE Standards in Focus: Aligning Connecticut with National Goals LIMITED
Friday March 21, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
E-12
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Participants will compare and analyze the new SHAPE America PE standards with CT standards. They will discuss their observations and begin scaffolding the standards to create a scope and sequence to support future curriculum design. In addition, participants will continue advancing their work from previous standards cross walk design work.
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MZ
Friday March 21, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
E-12 115 School Road, Weston CT
  Content Area Focus, One Session

8:00am EDT

Strategies for teachers of English Language Learners (MLLs) LIMITED
Friday March 21, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Library Main Area
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This professional development opportunity will offer a variety of strategies to support Multilingual Learners (MLLs) from grades K to 12. Join us to learn about culturally responsive teaching and highly practical strategies to enhance achievement and help build confidence in both students and teachers.
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RP
Friday March 21, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Library Main Area 115 School Road, Weston CT
  Content Area Focus, One Session

8:00am EDT

Write, Reflect, Renew: A Guided Journaling Experience LIMITED
Friday March 21, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
D-10
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Join us for a restful and rejuvenating session of journaling. A variety of prompts and possibilities will be offered, including visual and collage journaling, along with more traditional approaches. No experience required. Come try it out! Journals will be provided.
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IO
Friday March 21, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
D-10 115 School Road, Weston CT
  Personal Wellness Education, One Session

8:00am EDT

Yoga FULL
Friday March 21, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
New Gym
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Find your flow for the day through gentle yoga practice. You will be guided through gentle poses and breathwork in a class that will have you feeling calm and centered.
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SJ
Friday March 21, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
New Gym 115 School Road, Weston CT
  Personal Wellness Education, One Session

8:00am EDT

Culturally Responsive Practices Part 1 of 2 (8:00-10:15) FULL
Friday March 21, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
E-2
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This interactive two-hour professional learning session introduces the framework of Mirrors, Windows, and Sliding Glass Doors as a lens for creating culturally relevant and inclusive learning environments. Educators will explore how instructional materials, teaching practices, and classroom culture can affirm students’ identities (mirrors), expose them to diverse perspectives (windows), and empower them to engage across differences (sliding glass doors). Participants will examine key culturally relevant teaching strategies, reflect on their current practices, and develop actionable steps to make curriculum and instruction more equitable and student-centered.
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LD
Friday March 21, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
E-2 115 School Road, Weston CT
  Social Emotional Learning, Multiple Sessions

8:00am EDT

Developing Executive Functions in Students of All Ages (Part 1 of 2) FILLING
Friday March 21, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
D-6
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Part 1: Executive functions are a set of mental processes that allow us to connect past experiences to present and future action. Executive functions also help us plan, organize, strategize, focus, remember, manage time and space, and regulate emotions and impulses. Students with strong executive functioning perform better in school, have better attendance and behavior, and are more likely to achieve long-term goals they set for themselves. This worshop provided tools and strategies t help teachers systematically improve students' executive functioning skills at all grade levels.
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avatar for Kate Field

Kate Field

Teacher Development Specialist, Connecticut Education Association
Kate Field was a history teacher for 18 years and a school administrator for three before taking a position at the Connecticut Educational Association in 2015, where she specializes in professional learning, new teacher induction and support, and teacher evaluation. A 2007 finalist... Read More →
Friday March 21, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
D-6 115 School Road, Weston CT
  Social Emotional Learning, Multiple Sessions

8:00am EDT

The Anxious Generation: A Thoughtful Discussion FULL
Friday March 21, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
D-11
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Join us for an engaging discussion on The Anxious Generation, where we’ll explore the book’s insights into rising anxiety among young people and the societal shifts contributing to this trend. Together, we’ll examine key themes, share perspectives, and discuss practical takeaways for parents, educators, and community members. Whether you’ve read the book in full or are just curious about the topic, this conversation will provide a thoughtful space to reflect on the challenges and solutions for supporting today’s youth.
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avatar for Kara Swezey
Friday March 21, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
D-11 115 School Road, Weston CT
  Social Emotional Learning, One Session

8:00am EDT

AI for Educators – Practical Applications for Beginners FILLING
Friday March 21, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
E-3
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Are you curious about how AI can support your teaching while avoiding common pitfalls? This beginner-friendly workshop explores AI’s role in lesson planning, assessments, and classroom activities while addressing key concerns like misinformation, bias, and academic integrity. Participants will engage in hands-on activities and leave with takeaways to use in their classrooms.
Speakers
avatar for Fran Kompar

Fran Kompar

Educational Consultant, Educational Innovations
Fran currently Director, Instructional Technology and Digital Learning, Wilton Public Schools in Wilton, CT. She also serves as an Educational Consultant for Cooperative Educational Services (C.E.S) where she implemented a multi-year program entitled Re-Imagining the School Library... Read More →
Friday March 21, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
E-3 115 School Road, Weston CT
  Technology, One Session

8:00am EDT

Balancing AI and Authentic Learning: Exploring Classroom Applications LIMITED
Friday March 21, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
E-10
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This hands-on professional development session will explore how AI can be integrated into educational experiences while maintaining a focus on critical thinking, creativity, and independent learning. Grounded in the central principle of balancing emerging AI capabilities with durable, authentic learning experiences, the session will introduce some "school-friendly" AI platforms such as SchoolAI, MagicSchoolAI, CharacterAI, etc. Participants will have the opportunity to try these tools firsthand and engage in discussion about potential applications, challenges, and best practices for fostering meaningful student engagement across disciplines and grade levels.
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WD
Friday March 21, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
E-10 115 School Road, Weston CT
  Technology, One Session

9:15am EDT

Application of New Learning LIMITED
Friday March 21, 2025 9:15am - 10:15am EDT
Library
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After engaging in content-specific training, teachers have the opportunity to select an Application of New Learning session. This time is designed for educators to reflect, process, and apply their new learning in a way that is meaningful to their practice. Whether planning next steps, developing instructional strategies, or collaborating with colleagues, this session provides dedicated time to turn ideas into action. In some sessions, support staff will be available to offer guidance, answer questions, and assist with implementation planning.
Friday March 21, 2025 9:15am - 10:15am EDT
Library 115 School Road, Weston CT
  Application of New Learning, One Session

9:15am EDT

Trauma Informed Approaches to Writing Instruction LIMITED
Friday March 21, 2025 9:15am - 10:15am EDT
D-10
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Writing can be a healing, empowering, and liberatory process for student writers, but it can also be a source of fear, dread, and even trauma. This interactive session will define what a trauma-sensitive approach to writing can be, and how it might be enacted.
Speakers
IO
Friday March 21, 2025 9:15am - 10:15am EDT
D-10 115 School Road, Weston CT
  Content Area Focus, One Session

9:15am EDT

Empower Yourself with Self Defense LIMITED
Friday March 21, 2025 9:15am - 10:15am EDT
Old Gym
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Boost your confidence, sharpen your instincts, and learn practical skills in our self-defense class designed for all fitness levels. Our expert instructors from the WPD will guide you through real-world techniques to help you stay safe and react effectively in any situation.
Speakers
JM
Friday March 21, 2025 9:15am - 10:15am EDT
Old Gym 115 School Road, Weston CT
  Personal Wellness Education, One Session

9:15am EDT

Culturally Responsive Practices (Part 2 of 2; 8:00-10:15) LIMITED
Friday March 21, 2025 9:15am - 10:15am EDT
E-2
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This interactive two-hour professional learning session introduces the framework of Mirrors, Windows, and Sliding Glass Doors as a lens for creating culturally relevant and inclusive learning environments. Educators will explore how instructional materials, teaching practices, and classroom culture can affirm students’ identities (mirrors), expose them to diverse perspectives (windows), and empower them to engage across differences (sliding glass doors). Participants will examine key culturally relevant teaching strategies, reflect on their current practices, and develop actionable steps to make curriculum and instruction more equitable and student-centered.
Speakers
LD
Friday March 21, 2025 9:15am - 10:15am EDT
E-2 115 School Road, Weston CT
  Social Emotional Learning, Multiple Sessions

9:15am EDT

Developing Executive Functions in Students of All Ages (Part 2 of 2) FILLING
Friday March 21, 2025 9:15am - 10:15am EDT
D-6
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Part 2: Executive functions are a set of mental processes that allow us to connect past experiences to present and future action. Executive functions also help us plan, organize, strategize, focus, remember, manage time and space, and regulate emotions and impulses. Students with strong executive functioning perform better in school, have better attendance and behavior, and are more likely to achieve long-term goals they set for themselves. This worshop provided tools and strategies t help teachers systematically improve students' executive functioning skills at all grade levels.
Speakers
avatar for Kate Field

Kate Field

Teacher Development Specialist, Connecticut Education Association
Kate Field was a history teacher for 18 years and a school administrator for three before taking a position at the Connecticut Educational Association in 2015, where she specializes in professional learning, new teacher induction and support, and teacher evaluation. A 2007 finalist... Read More →
Friday March 21, 2025 9:15am - 10:15am EDT
D-6 115 School Road, Weston CT
  Social Emotional Learning, Multiple Sessions

9:15am EDT

AI for Educators – Enhancing Instruction & AI Literacy for Intermediate Users LIMITED
Friday March 21, 2025 9:15am - 10:15am EDT
E-3
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For educators already familiar with AI, this workshop dives deeper into advanced applications, critical AI literacy, and ethical concerns. Participants will explore AI-driven lesson design, assessment automation, and research tools while addressing risks like bias, misinformation, and over-reliance on AI. Through hands-on activities, educators will practice using AI responsibly, fact-check AI-generated content, and discuss strategies for teaching students ethical AI use
Speakers
avatar for Fran Kompar

Fran Kompar

Educational Consultant, Educational Innovations
Fran currently Director, Instructional Technology and Digital Learning, Wilton Public Schools in Wilton, CT. She also serves as an Educational Consultant for Cooperative Educational Services (C.E.S) where she implemented a multi-year program entitled Re-Imagining the School Library... Read More →
Friday March 21, 2025 9:15am - 10:15am EDT
E-3 115 School Road, Weston CT
  Technology, One Session

9:15am EDT

Generative AI in the Classroom using Magic School and Class Companion FULL
Friday March 21, 2025 9:15am - 10:15am EDT
D-12
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Explore how generative AI platforms can support your teaching and spark student engagement. This session covers hands-on strategies and best practices for seamlessly integrating three leading tools—MagicSchool, Class Companion, and Brisk—into everyday classroom activities and instructional planning. Learn how to harness these resources to inspire creativity, support personalized learning, and foster critical thinking for students of all grades (K-12).
Speakers
avatar for Andrew Marone
Friday March 21, 2025 9:15am - 10:15am EDT
D-12 115 School Road, Weston CT
  Technology, One Session

10:30am EDT

Application of New Learning LIMITED
Friday March 21, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Library
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After engaging in content-specific training, teachers have the opportunity to select an Application of New Learning session. This time is designed for educators to reflect, process, and apply their new learning in a way that is meaningful to their practice. Whether planning next steps, developing instructional strategies, or collaborating with colleagues, this session provides dedicated time to turn ideas into action. In some sessions, support staff will be available to offer guidance, answer questions, and assist with implementation planning.
Speakers
avatar for Fran Kompar

Fran Kompar

Educational Consultant, Educational Innovations
Fran currently Director, Instructional Technology and Digital Learning, Wilton Public Schools in Wilton, CT. She also serves as an Educational Consultant for Cooperative Educational Services (C.E.S) where she implemented a multi-year program entitled Re-Imagining the School Library... Read More →
CA

Cyndi Adams

Literacy Teaching and Learning Specialist, Cooperative Educational Services
SC
Friday March 21, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Library 115 School Road, Weston CT
  Application of New Learning, One Session

10:30am EDT

Social Studies - A Look at the New Standards LIMITED
Friday March 21, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
D-11
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This session is for anyone who teaches Social Studies. JHD, from the CT council for Social Studies will be joining us to review the new content and inquiry standards. This will also be an opportunity to work on applying the new standards to your curriculum.
Speakers
JH
Friday March 21, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
D-11 115 School Road, Weston CT
  Content Area Focus, One Session

10:30am EDT

Nutrition for Overall Wellness and the Food-Mood Connection FULL
Friday March 21, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
E-12
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Nutrition for Overall Wellness and the Food Mood Connection will cover macronutrients, micronutrients, and lifestyle choices affecting wellness and how to utilize this information into daily life. We will also dive into the relationship between food and how it can affect the brain and one’s moods. Participants can look forward to a relatable, informative session with opportunity for open discussion at the end.
Speakers
KG
Friday March 21, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
E-12 115 School Road, Weston CT
  Personal Wellness Education, One Session

10:30am EDT

Yeast Mode: Bring Your Sourdough Starter to Life FULL
Friday March 21, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Senior Lounge
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Get ready to activate Yeast Mode! You will learn how to create, nurture, and maintain your very own sourdough starter. Whether you're a total beginner or a dough devotee, this session will break down the barrier starting a starter, the fermentation, troubleshoot common starter struggles, and get you prepped for your first tangy, bubbly loaf. Expect some wild yeast magic, a bit of kitchen alchemy, and plenty of “proof” that making sourdough from scratch is easier (and funnier) than you think. By the end, you’ll be armed with a thriving starter! It’s time to go full Yeast Mode! Participants MUST bring a jar, similar to a Mason jar, in order to make their own starter!
Speakers
DP
MP
Friday March 21, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Senior Lounge 115 School Road, Weston CT
  Personal Wellness Education, One Session

10:30am EDT

Beyond Reflection: Deepening Culturally Relevant/Sustaining Practices in the Classroom (2-Hour session Part 1 of 2) FULL
Friday March 21, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
E-2
Feedback Survey
This session builds on Mirrors, Windows, and Sliding Glass Doors by helping educators move from reflection to practical application. Participants will revisit key culturally relevant practices and instructional strategies, then engage in guided lesson planning to integrate these approaches into their own classrooms. Through discussion, examples, and small-group collaboration, educators will refine their ability to select texts, frame discussions, and create learning experiences that honor student identities and perspectives.
Speakers
LD
Friday March 21, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
E-2 115 School Road, Weston CT
  Social Emotional Learning, Multiple Sessions

10:30am EDT

Emotional Regulation: Practical Strategies for Students of All Ages FULL
Friday March 21, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
D-6
Feedback Survey
This workshop provides an overview of emotional regulation and offers and array of simple, research-based strategies teachers can use to help student manage strong feelings in healthy, productive ways. The workshop is designed for the elementary grades but may be customized for middle or high school.
Speakers
CK
Friday March 21, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
D-6 115 School Road, Weston CT
  Social Emotional Learning, One Session

12:40pm EDT

Application of New Learning FILLING
Friday March 21, 2025 12:40pm - 1:40pm EDT
Library
Feedback Survey
After engaging in content-specific training, teachers have the opportunity to select an Application of New Learning session. This time is designed for educators to reflect, process, and apply their new learning in a way that is meaningful to their practice. Whether planning next steps, developing instructional strategies, or collaborating with colleagues, this session provides dedicated time to turn ideas into action. In some sessions, support staff will be available to offer guidance, answer questions, and assist with implementation planning.
Speakers
EB

Erin Barlow

Elementary 3-5, Weston Public School
KD
Friday March 21, 2025 12:40pm - 1:40pm EDT
Library 115 School Road, Weston CT
  Application of New Learning, One Session

12:40pm EDT

Is Your Financial House in Order? LIMITED
Friday March 21, 2025 12:40pm - 1:40pm EDT
Auditorium
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Want to make sense of your financial life, but not sure where to start? Let us show you how. Join us for a financial wellness educational seminar hosted by industry innovator, Prudential Pathways. Prudential Pathways aims to make building a financial planning strategy less intimidating and more empowering through easy-to-understand educational programs.
Speakers
PP
Friday March 21, 2025 12:40pm - 1:40pm EDT
Auditorium 115 School Road, Weston CT
  Personal Wellness Education, One Session

12:40pm EDT

Beyond Reflection: Deepening Culturally Relevant/Sustaining Practices in the Classroom (2-Hour session - Part 2of 2) LIMITED
Friday March 21, 2025 12:40pm - 1:40pm EDT
E-2
Feedback Survey
This session builds on Mirrors, Windows, and Sliding Glass Doors by helping educators move from reflection to practical application. Participants will revisit key culturally relevant practices and instructional strategies, then engage in guided lesson planning to integrate these approaches into their own classrooms. Through discussion, examples, and small-group collaboration, educators will refine their ability to select texts, frame discussions, and create learning experiences that honor student identities and perspectives.
Speakers
LD
Friday March 21, 2025 12:40pm - 1:40pm EDT
E-2 115 School Road, Weston CT
  Social Emotional Learning, Multiple Sessions

12:40pm EDT

AI for Educators – Enhancing Instruction & AI Literacy for Intermediate Users LIMITED
Friday March 21, 2025 12:40pm - 1:40pm EDT
E-3
Feedback Survey
For educators already familiar with AI, this workshop dives deeper into advanced applications, critical AI literacy, and ethical concerns. Participants will explore AI-driven lesson design, assessment automation, and research tools while addressing risks like bias, misinformation, and over-reliance on AI. Through hands-on activities, educators will practice using AI responsibly, fact-check AI-generated content, and discuss strategies for teaching students ethical AI use
Speakers
avatar for Fran Kompar

Fran Kompar

Educational Consultant, Educational Innovations
Fran currently Director, Instructional Technology and Digital Learning, Wilton Public Schools in Wilton, CT. She also serves as an Educational Consultant for Cooperative Educational Services (C.E.S) where she implemented a multi-year program entitled Re-Imagining the School Library... Read More →
Friday March 21, 2025 12:40pm - 1:40pm EDT
E-3 115 School Road, Weston CT
  Technology, One Session

12:40pm EDT

Create with Canva! FULL
Friday March 21, 2025 12:40pm - 1:40pm EDT
D-4
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Particiapnts will explore a teacher-friendly design program called Canva! Learn how to quickly design eye-catching lesson materials with the help of Canva's new AI tools.
Speakers
SR
Friday March 21, 2025 12:40pm - 1:40pm EDT
D-4 115 School Road, Weston CT
  Technology, One Session

1:55pm EDT

Mini Mindfulness Activities for Today's Classroom FULL
Friday March 21, 2025 1:55pm - 3:00pm EDT
D-4
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Learn a variety of 3-5 minute mindfulness activities that reshift the vibe in the room.
They reframe, recharge, calm, or rev up the classroom environment. And, they are FUN!
Speakers
PP
Friday March 21, 2025 1:55pm - 3:00pm EDT
D-4 115 School Road, Weston CT
  Social Emotional Learning, One Session

1:55pm EDT

AI for Educators – Practical Applications for Beginners FILLING
Friday March 21, 2025 1:55pm - 3:00pm EDT
E-3
Feedback Survey
Are you curious about how AI can support your teaching while avoiding common pitfalls? This beginner-friendly workshop explores AI’s role in lesson planning, assessments, and classroom activities while addressing key concerns like misinformation, bias, and academic integrity. Participants will engage in hands-on activities and leave with takeaways to use in their classrooms.
Speakers
avatar for Fran Kompar

Fran Kompar

Educational Consultant, Educational Innovations
Fran currently Director, Instructional Technology and Digital Learning, Wilton Public Schools in Wilton, CT. She also serves as an Educational Consultant for Cooperative Educational Services (C.E.S) where she implemented a multi-year program entitled Re-Imagining the School Library... Read More →
Friday March 21, 2025 1:55pm - 3:00pm EDT
E-3 115 School Road, Weston CT
  Technology, One Session
 
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