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You are invited to join us for these GREAT PSI WORKSHOPS
Suicide: Signs, Symptoms and Support
(Table Talk on Monday, Nov. 3rd from 11:15-11:45)
This table discussion with Marsha Michaels, M.A., LPCC , will explore the tragic issue of suicide – an occurrence that can strike a school at any time. Whether it is a student or staff suicide, the ripple effects demand school readiness with an appropriate crisis intervention as well as continual monitoring after the tragedy. This discussion will provide information on symptoms, methods to deal with the immediate crisis, and an opportunity to ask questions.
Make RTI Work in Community Schools: The Basics (Monday, 2:00-3:15)
“Response to Intervention” is a three-tiered model of assess-ment and intervention recommended by IDEA 2004 for special education eligibility determination. However, it is even more useful as a model for improving the educational attainment of all students. Competitive community schools are adopting RTI in greater numbers, and seeking quality-training opportunities. Steve Rosenberg, Ph.D., Kathy McNamara, Ph.D. , Linda Grimm, Ed.S. and representatives of The Leona Group will offer an RTI overview and practical tips for introducing and using the RTI process.
Medication Administration for Paraprofessionals
(Monday, 2:00-3:15)
After viewing a short video, Medication Administration in the School Setting , Janet Yue, RN and Nurse Manager for PSI , will discuss the role and standards of best practice for the paraprofessional in medication administration in the school environment.
Using Chinese Language and Curricular Modules to Prepare Students in Today's Global Economy
(Monday, 3:45-5:00)
The rise of China represents a golden marketing and educational opportunity to maintain current students and attract new students to your school. Embedding Chinese language and culture modules into your curriculum helps schools best deliver 21st century education. Participants will learn to incorporate these modules into curriculum, how to acquire Chinese teachers and to apply for travel grants. Steve Rosenberg, Ph.D., Marleen Kassel, Ph.D. and Karen McKelvey, M.Ed., Ed.S. , from PSI will share why China matters to community schools.
Creating an Exemplary School by Incorporating Excellence Indicators
(Tuesday, Nov. 4, 8:30-9:45)
Evidence-supported criteria exist that can readily identify the nation's best schools. Such “Blue Ribbon” establishments have up to 20 features in common. Once these indicators are implemented into a school's fabric it virtually guarantees a mission that promotes a “best practice” identity. Caven Mcloughlin, Ph.D. , will disclose an easily accessible pathway to excellence by engaging participants in identifying the sure-fire indicators of education settings that the public identifies as “winning schools.”
The Cutting Edge: Self-Inflicted Violence or Self-Mutilation
(Tuesday, 2:00-3:15)
Many school personnel are surprised to learn that students in elementary through high school are engaging in purposeful acts to harm themselves. Self-mutilation finds students of average or above average intelligence engaging in self-inflicted violence as a coping mechanism. This workshop led by PSI's Marsha Michaels, MA, LPCC , will explain the differences between self-inflicted violence and suicidal ideation. Participants will learn what motivates students to engage in these behaviors, how contagion can be a challenging issue, which types of self-inflicted violence are the most common, symptoms to look for, and treatment options and community resources which may be helpful.
FOR MORE INFORMATION on THE CONVENTION
contact PSI at 1-800-841-4774, ext. 237