MakerSpace Designer Professional Learning Cohort

CESA 2’s MakerSpace Designer Professional Learning Cohort is a unique opportunity for educators to enhance their skills in design and STEAM activities while networking with local districts. This series aims to provide a platform for educators to exchange ideas, learn new techniques, and collaborate on innovative projects in a supportive and inspiring environment.

The MakerSpace Professional Learning Series' primary objectives are as follows:
~Foster a community of educators implementing maker-centered learning experiences in their schools.
~Develop and enhance participants' skills in design thinking, STEAM activities, and makerspace implementation.
~Facilitate networking among like-minded educators for ongoing support and collaboration within a single district and connect their teams to nearby districts.
~Gain access to resources and expertise to enhance their makerspace programs

The series will consist of monthly meetings over the course of a year. Each meeting will focus on a specific aspect of makerspace education and will include discussions, hands-on activities, and collaborative design projects. The topics covered will range from introduction to makerspace tools and resources to advanced design challenges and STEAM integration. The cohorts will collaborate on joint projects, share best practices, and explore potential partnerships with local districts. Participants will have the chance to showcase their projects and share their experiences with the wider educational community.

We are excited to bring this unique professional learning opportunity to educators and look forward to the positive impact it will have on the educational community.

Cost: $3000 per cohort team of 3-5 people. Team leaders should register first, sharing the names and emails of those who will be joining them. Team members will be registered by CESA 2 staff afterward.

Presenter: Frank Devereaux

About the Presenter:

Frank Devereaux is an Innovative Deeper Learning Designer from the Madison area and works as a consultant for CESA 2 in the Digital Leadership and Learning Center of Excellence. His experience centers on the integration of technology in creative and innovative ways to support student learning in the classroom. Over the past few years, he has been diving into the realm of AI integration, inclusivity and equity in STEAM curriculum, and Design Thinking Projects for the Makerspace that are culturally relevant.

Cancellation Policy: Registered participants will receive a refund if they cancel prior to 3 working days before an event, minus any material costs that have already been incurred. Cancellations must either be made on MyQuickReg or by emailing cancel@cesa2.org. Because of our commitment to the presenter and the food vendor, participants who cancel less than 3 working days prior to the event or who do not attend the event, will be billed the full fee. CESA 2 reserves the right to cancel any event. Registered participants will be notified via phone and email if a cancellation occurs and will receive a full refund. 

Inclement Weather Policy: Every effort will be made to hold an event. CESA 2 will notify participants via email as soon as possible if an event has been cancelled due to weather conditions.

Disclaimer: CESA 2 will do its best to accommodate general dietary requests; if your dietary need is very specific or severe, you may want to bring your own lunch to ensure your comfort and health. CESA 2 does not assume liability for adverse reactions to food consumed or items one may come into contact with while eating at a CESA 2 event. If you have a dietary need or food allergy, please go into your MyQuickReg profile and update the special accommodations section. Notice of a special dietary need must be made 2 weeks in advance of the event.

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In-Person Events: Restrictions on our in-person events due to COVID-19 have been lifted. We will be responsive to what's happening within our communities, and guidelines from the CDC and local health agencies for future offerings and will update guidelines when necessary.