CANCELLED PARASeries Summer Institute
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Registration Closed.
Last Date to Register: 6/29/2011 12:01 AM
Last Date to Cancel: 6/26/2011 12:01 AM
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DUE TO LOW ENROLLMENT, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. THANK YOU FOR YOUR UNDERSTANDING.
WHY: This is the training all paraprofessionals should attend before beginning to work in a school. Most paraprofessionals were not provided this type of introductory training, therefore, all will benefit, whether they are new to the position or a veteran of many years.
WHO: All preK-12 Paraprofessionals interested in increasing his/her knowledge by participating in professional develop- ment activities. The Institute may also serve as a starting point for entering the WEA ESP Certification process.
WHEN: July 6, 7, 8, 2011 - 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM each day
WHERE: CESA 5 Office – 626 E. Slifer Street, Portage, WI 53901
A block of rooms has been reserved at the state rate at the Best Western Resort Hotel and Conference Center, Portage, for the nights of July 5th, 6th and 7th. For reservations, call (608)742-2200 and ask for the CESA 5 block. For directions and further information on the Best Western, click on the following link:
book.bestwestern.com/bestwestern/productInfo.do
Day 1 - July 6, 2011
Commitment to Professional Growth
The paraprofessional will demonstrate a commitment to becoming a reflective practitioner by developing professional goals and documenting participation in continuing education programs by developing a professional portfolio.
WEAC: 5 hours Elective-Portfolio Development/DPI: #8Commit to Professional Growth/SPP: 3
Day 2 - July 7, 2011
Communication
The ability to communicate effectively in a school is critical. Paraprofessionals must have the ability to speak to a child at a level of comprehension he/she understands, and at the same time interact with parents, colleagues, and administrators in a professional manner. It is critical for paraprofessionals to follow directions and independently solve problems when needed.
WEAC: 5 hours Communication Core/DPI: #2 Communication/SPP: 3
Day 3 - July 8, 2011
Supporting the Workplace Environment
A paraprofessional must understand his/her responsibilities as well as how all the other individuals in a school work together to support student achievement. While the job descriptions of paraprofessionals may vary greatly, all must learn to work collaboratively, efficiently, and ethically on a daily basis. Confidentiality, following procedures, and maintaining a professional level of conduct is also essential.
WEAC: 5 hours Legal Core/DPI: #1 Support and Collaboration-Confidentiality/SPP: 3
The PARASeries provides professional development for paraprofessionals based on the Wisconsin Personnel Development Model. Working in collaboration with both the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction and the WEAC Professional Development Academy, programs are offered each year that address the paraprofessional competency areas identified by the Department in the document, Paraprofessional Competencies and Professional Development Options (2006), as well as core and elective programs that meet the WEAC requirements for ESP certification. Additionally, the programs offered also address the State Performance Plan 20 Indicators, another tool used by the state to measure student progress.
The PARASeries follows a two year cycle, providing a paraprofessional the opportunity to complete the requirements for the Level I ESP certification in a two year period. For information about the WEAC ESP certification, please visit the WEA Professional Development Academy at: http://www.weac.org/constit/pda/espcert/general.htm
* Daily Schedule *
8:30 AM Registration, Networking, Continental Breakfast
9:00 AM Morning Session Begins
10:30 AM Break
10:45 AM Morning Session Resumes
12:00 PM LUNCH – Networking Opportunities – Fresh Air
1:00 PM Afternoon Session Begins
2:00 PM Break
2:15 PM Afternoon Session Resumes
3:30 PM Dismissal
Beginning and ending times will be strictly adhered to ensure 5 hours of credit for each day.
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Special Education
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