BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//VALRC - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:VALRC
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://valrc.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for VALRC
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/New_York
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20240310T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20241103T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20250309T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20251102T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20260308T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20261101T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054408
CREATED:20241205T144255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T143602Z
UID:10000692-1736352000-1736355600@valrc.org
SUMMARY:LINCS: Learning About Dyslexia and Supporting Learners in the Classroom
DESCRIPTION:Dyslexia is a specific learning disability in reading characterized by difficulties with word recognition and poor spelling and decoding abilities. Estimates of dyslexia fall in the range of 5 to 20 percent of the population. Join LINCS Moderator\, Michael Cruse\, Learners with Disabilities group to learn why this range is so broad\, options for screening potentially dyslextic learners\, and strategies for supporting students who seek a formal diagnosis. We will also cover best practices and accommodations to support learners with dyslexia in the adult education setting. \nRegister at the link below: \nhttps://air-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUvfuGsqDgsE9Ec5Ki-D7h6-J9u-j2Fm5vp
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-learning-about-dyslexia-and-supporting-learners-in-the-classroom/
LOCATION:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://valrc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/LINCS-Logo-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250110T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250110T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054408
CREATED:20241219T165313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T165323Z
UID:10000695-1736514000-1736519400@valrc.org
SUMMARY:EdTech Strategy Sessions: Fast PD and Media Creation
DESCRIPTION:Staying ahead of technology trends is tough for busy teachers\, but we’ve got you covered! Join EdTech for two dynamic lightning talks designed to fit into your packed schedule. First\, join Rachel Riggs to learn how microlearning makes professional development quick and effective\, and take home free resources to replicate the process. Then\, join Justine Schade to discover how to customize templates\, generate visuals with AI\, and translate materials into hundreds of languages to better support multilingual learners. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/edtech-strategy-sessions-fast-pd-and-media-creation/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://valrc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/edtech-02.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250113T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250113T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054408
CREATED:20240801T144840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240801T144840Z
UID:10000609-1736775000-1736782200@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Bimonthly Program Managers Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This year’s bimonthly program managers meetings will be held on Mondays at 1:30p – 3:00p with an optional 30 minutes for discussion. Registering once will enable you to join ALL of the meetings for the 2024 – 2025 year. \nPlease save these dates on your calendars for the meetings: \n\nSeptember 16\nNovember 18\nJanuary 13\nMarch 17 (wear green!)\nMay 12\n\nRegister here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/bimonthly-program-managers-meeting-4/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054408
CREATED:20241108T175935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T181859Z
UID:10000675-1736863200-1736868600@valrc.org
SUMMARY:VALRC: LACES data analysis session
DESCRIPTION:Join a group of Virginia practitioners for a hands-on experience working with data in the LACES system. \nRegister here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/valrc-laces-data-analysis-session/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054408
CREATED:20250107T190722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T190722Z
UID:10000697-1736870400-1736874000@valrc.org
SUMMARY:CASAS: Digital Essentials for NEDP
DESCRIPTION:Join this one-hour “how-to” session to explore alternative digital tools to enhance NEDP competencies. We’ll dive into resume templates in Canva\, creating charts and graphs in Google Sheets\, designing and presenting slideshows in Google Slides\, and understanding Google Drive—what it is and how clients might use it.\n\nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/casas-digital-essentials-for-nedp/
LOCATION:Online
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054408
CREATED:20241112T172010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T172010Z
UID:10000676-1736942400-1736946000@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Virginia #1: Navigating Genius for Canvas Administrators
DESCRIPTION:Part one of a two-part series to support Canvas administrators to navigate the Genius and Canvas systems to set up courses\, enroll learners\, and then to add course content for the adult education Virtual Va courses.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/virtual-virginia-1-navigating-genius-for-canvas-administrators/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054408
CREATED:20250107T191240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T191240Z
UID:10000698-1736949600-1736953200@valrc.org
SUMMARY:CASAS: Digital Essentials for NEDP
DESCRIPTION:Join this one-hour “how-to” session to explore alternative digital tools to enhance NEDP competencies. We’ll dive into resume templates in Canva\, creating charts and graphs in Google Sheets\, designing and presenting slideshows in Google Slides\, and understanding Google Drive—what it is and how clients might use it.\n\nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/casas-digital-essentials-for-nedp-2/
LOCATION:Online
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054408
CREATED:20241219T165039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T022622Z
UID:10000694-1737034200-1737039600@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Workforce GPS: Digital Literacy and Resilience: Resources to Support Digital Skill-Building
DESCRIPTION:Join this event to hear from the U.S. Department of Labor’s Employment and Training Administration (DOL ETA)\, U.S. Department of Education (ED)\, Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS)\, and U.S. Department of Commerce’s National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) about a summary of public feedback from the Digital Literacy and Resilience Request for Information and resources that support digital skill-building throughout the workforce system.\n\n\nIn this webinar\, DOL’s Employment and Training Administration (ETA); ED’s Office of Career\, Technical\, and Adult Education (OCTAE); IMLS’s Office of Library Services; and NTIA will share: \n\nA summary of public comments from ETA’s Digital Literacy and Resilience Request for Information\nDOL’s recent update to the Basic Computer Skills Building Blocks Competency Model\nResources from NTIA\, including the Digital Equity Capacity Grant program\, State Digital Equity Plans\, and BroadbandUSA\nResources from IMLS\, including InformationLiteracy.gov\, digital navigators\, and a recent workforce study\nResources from OCTAE\, including the Digital Resilience in the American Workfare (DRAW) initiative\n\nThis webinar is intended for the workforce system and its partners. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/workforce-gps-digital-literacy-and-resilience-resources-to-support-digital-skill-building/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://valrc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/download-3.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054408
CREATED:20241112T172130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T172130Z
UID:10000677-1737547200-1737550800@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Virginia #2: Canvas Administration
DESCRIPTION:The second part of a two-part series to support Canvas administrators to navigate the Genius and Canvas systems to set up courses\, enroll learners\, and then to add course content for the adult education Virtual Va courses.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/virtual-virginia-2-canvas-administration/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054408
CREATED:20250115T163856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T163856Z
UID:10000704-1737550800-1737554400@valrc.org
SUMMARY:NEDP PLC: Outreach
DESCRIPTION:This session of the Virginia NEDP Professional Learning Community will focus on outreach and marketing. Trainers will introduce the NEDP Marketing Plan template and discuss target audience identification\, budget-friendly digital marketing strategies\, and free NEDP outreach/marketing resources. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/nedp-plc-outreach/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:PLC,Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054408
CREATED:20250121T201921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T201921Z
UID:10000706-1738152000-1738157400@valrc.org
SUMMARY:How Urban AFE Networks Support Immigrant and Refugee Communities: Updates from Roanoke\, Virginia and Grand Rapids\, Michigan
DESCRIPTION:Representatives of two urban adult foundational education networks or partnerships will describe the immigrant and refugee communities they try to support\, how those networks are working with partners to serve them and lessons the partnerships have learned along the way. This follows up on two Urban Alliance immigration-focused Greenhouse Meetings (Webinars) held on October 11 and 18\, 2024. \nPRESENTERS \nAhoo Salem\, Ph.D: Ahoo is the Executive Director of Blue Ridge Literacy (BRL)\, a non-profit organization based in the Roanoke Main Library that leverages partnerships to provide English literacy services and bridge informational gaps for adults in Southwest Virginia. She holds a Ph.D. in Sociology from Milan University\, Italy\, specializing in immigrant integration and equitable resource access. \nWendy VerHage Falb\, Ph.D: Wendy is the Executive Director of the Literacy Center of West Michigan\, the largest CBO for adult literacy in Michigan serving 1300 adults annually. Deeply committed to equitable educational outcomes for all\, Wendy served as president of the Grand Rapids Public Board of Education as well as on other civic and community boards. Wendy has a Ph.D. in English from Michigan State University\, specializing in poetry and cultural theory. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/how-urban-afe-networks-support-immigrant-and-refugee-communities-updates-from-roanoke-virginia-and-grand-rapids-michigan/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250203T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250203T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054408
CREATED:20250129T022954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T022954Z
UID:10000712-1738591200-1738594800@valrc.org
SUMMARY:COABE: Virtual Leadership in Action: Students as Leaders Summit 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Students as Leaders Summit (March 31\, 2025) offers adult learners an opportunity to engage in a free hybrid learning experience where they will learn how to foster student leadership in their local programs. Learn how to foster virtual participation for all adult learners in your program to ensure that they do not miss out on this once-a-year opportunity for networking\, connection\, and learning! \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/coabe-virtual-leadership-in-action-students-as-leaders-summit-2025/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://valrc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/COABE.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250203T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250203T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054408
CREATED:20250129T022835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T022835Z
UID:10000711-1738591200-1738598400@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Literacy Minnesota: Teaching Intermediate Alphabetics
DESCRIPTION:Teaching intermediate alphabetics (syllables\, prefixes\, suffixes\, root words) is a great way to help students build their decoding and comprehension skills. Come learn a variety of fun and easy-to-use routines and activities for helping intermediate-level readers develop these important tools. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-teaching-intermediate-alphabetics-5/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://valrc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Literacy-Minnesota.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250203T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250203T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054408
CREATED:20241218T160136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T160136Z
UID:10000693-1738594800-1738600200@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Financial Literacy Across the Adult Education Spectrum
DESCRIPTION:This session explores the many needs for integrating financial literacy into instruction for all learners.  \nOur panelists work with learners across the adult education spectrum: pre-literacy English learners\, English learners with higher levels of education\, and ABE and ASE learners. They discuss takeaways from the Financial Literacy Institute offered through COABE\, the various needs for financial literacy within their adult learner populations\, and classroom applications and resources to support learners’ financial literacy goals.  \n\nParticipants will come away from the session with an understanding of essential financial literacy topics and classroom applications.\nParticipants will engage in discussion about the many reasons that adult learners need financial literacy instruction that is relevant to their education\, life\, and career goals.\nParticipants will come away with resources and instructional strategies to integrated financial literacy concepts into their programming and instruction. 
URL:https://valrc.org/event/financial-literacy-across-the-adult-education-spectrum/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250204T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250204T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054408
CREATED:20250123T161248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T161248Z
UID:10000707-1738670400-1738675800@valrc.org
SUMMARY:VALRC IET/IELCE Webinar\, Behavioral Health Interpreter: An IET for Multilingual Adult Learners
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the Behavioral Health Interpreter IET\, and its relevance for multilingual adult learners looking to leverage their language skills and assets. \nHear from adult education practitioners and their training partners on how to develop a collaborative IET program that leverages the strengths and experience of multilingual learners. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/valrc-iet-ielce-webinar-behavioral-health-interpreter-an-iet-for-multilingual-adult-learners/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054408
CREATED:20250129T023247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T023247Z
UID:10000713-1738760400-1738764000@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Pro-Literacy: Incorporating Vocabulary and Writing into Any Instructional Material 
DESCRIPTION:Students often need more practice on a specific skill than the worksheets you have on hand. Join us to learn how to make your materials do double duty to practice vocabulary and writing. This session is for those whose students are native English speakers. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/pro-literacy-incorporating-vocabulary-and-writing-into-any-instructional-material/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/svg+xml:https://valrc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/ProLiteracy_Logo_Primary.svg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054408
CREATED:20250129T023425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T023425Z
UID:10000714-1738855800-1738861200@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Literacy Minnesota: Math Content Webinar: Dyscalculia
DESCRIPTION:Join Literacy Minnesota for a session on dyscalculia; a specific learning disability that makes numerical reasoning and comprehension challenging for our learners. This session will build on previous trainings on dyscalculia\, diving into identifying students with math learning needs and working to shift students’ mindset and reduce math anxiety. This session will look at previously discussed number sense routines and work on coaching teachers on how to implement and use these routines in the classroom to build confidence in their math learners\, while providing support for atypical learners. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-math-content-webinar-dyscalculia/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://valrc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Literacy-Minnesota.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054408
CREATED:20250129T023642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T023642Z
UID:10000715-1739282400-1739286000@valrc.org
SUMMARY:COABE: Building and Refining Specialized Services for Internationally Trained Professionals in Region 1
DESCRIPTION:This interactive discussion will highlight innovative service models for supporting Internationally Trained Professionals (ITPs). We will bring together adult education practitioners from Region 1 and beyond who have built ITP-focused programming across sectors (nursing\, engineering) and that leverage different funding models. Whether new to this work or scaling existing programs\, participants will learn about useful strategies for expanded impact to support ITPs with entering skills-appropriate employment and training. Please join the breakout conversations and the live Q&A! \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/coabe-building-and-refining-specialized-services-for-internationally-trained-professionals-in-region-1/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://valrc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/COABE.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054408
CREATED:20250123T162618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T170839Z
UID:10000708-1739287800-1739293200@valrc.org
SUMMARY:VALRC: Pre-literacy Activities for Emerging English Language Learners Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Are you an adult ESOL instructor looking to enhance your teaching strategies for adult learners with emerging literacy skills? Join our webinar and discover effective\, practical approaches to help your learners succeed in literacy development! \nWhat You’ll Learn:\n\nDefining Literacy: Understand the core components of literacy and its challenges for adult ESOL learners.\nTypes of Learners: Explore the different literacy levels and how to meet the needs of diverse learners.\nEssential Pre-Literacy Skills: Learn how to develop foundational skills like visual perception\, discrimination skills\, and comfort with writing tools.\nPractical Activities: Engage in hands-on activities to build your students’ literacy.\nClassroom Strategies: Discover effective strategies for integrating these pre-literacy activities in the classroom to meet learners where they are.\n\nWhy Attend?\n\nGain valuable insights on literacy instruction tailored to adult ESOL learners.\nLearn strategies to help students develop critical literacy skills.\nLeave with practical activities and tips you can use in your classroom immediately.\n\nWho Should Attend?\nESOL instructors\, literacy coaches\, and anyone working with adult learners at the beginning literacy stage. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/valrc-pre-literacy-activities-for-emerging-english-language-learners-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054408
CREATED:20250129T023953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T023953Z
UID:10000716-1739372400-1739376000@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Workforce GPS: Partnering with Employers for Inclusive Hiring and Retention
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to the Section 188 Webinar Series: Pt. 2 – Partnering with Employers for Inclusive Hiring and Retention. Hosted by WorkforceGPS. The webinar will emphasize the vital role of AJCs and workforce partners in engaging with businesses to incorporate inclusion. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/workforce-gps-partnering-with-employers-for-inclusive-hiring-and-retention/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://valrc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/workforcegps-logo.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054408
CREATED:20250129T024205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T024205Z
UID:10000717-1739388600-1739395800@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Literacy Minnesota: Essential Zoom Skills for Online Instruction
DESCRIPTION:Join this hands-on session to learn and practice essential Zoom skills for the virtual classroom that may not be in your repertoire if your experience with the platform is limited to meetings with friends and colleagues at work. \nThe workshop will cover: \n\nTurning off participants’ cameras and microphones\nRe-naming participants\nSharing your screen\nAnnotating your screen\nSetting up and visiting breakout rooms\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-essential-zoom-skills-for-online-instruction-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://valrc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Literacy-Minnesota.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054408
CREATED:20250109T174415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T174415Z
UID:10000702-1739451600-1739457000@valrc.org
SUMMARY:All About Accommodations (for GED® Testing)
DESCRIPTION:This session will be facilitated by Debbie Bergtholdt\, Accommodations Manager at Pearson VUE. \nThere are always updates and improvements to the accommodation request process.  Join us to find out what is new and to discuss accommodations available on the GED® test. Also learn what tools are available to help your students find the documentation they need to support accommodation requests. There will be time for questions and concerns you have related to this topic. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/all-about-accommodations-for-ged-testing/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250214T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250214T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054408
CREATED:20250129T024442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T024442Z
UID:10000718-1739538000-1739543400@valrc.org
SUMMARY:EdTech Strategy Sessions — Tools and Strategies for Bringing AI to English Learners 
DESCRIPTION:Bringing AI to Adult Literacy\nWhat does it take to bring cutting-edge AI tools into real-world classrooms? This lightning talk dives into findings from a pilot study of the Pace AI platform\, designed to support adult English learners. Discover how engaging features like pronunciation feedback boosted confidence and learning. We’ll explore where there’s potential and what’s on the horizon! \nFusing Literacies Through Content\, Process\, and Product\n‘Fusing Literacies’ isn’t just a catchy phrase (or cool band name); it’s a call to action. It’s a call to connect our rich andragogical approaches to adult English language instruction with the play and promise of digital exploration—supporting our multilingual learners as they engage with technology-rich environments. Borrowing from Carol Tomlinson’s differentiation mode\, this talk focuses on fusing through content\, through process\, and through product. \nThis session is sponsored by Pace AI. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/edtech-strategy-sessions-tools-and-strategies-for-bringing-ai-to-english-learners/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://valrc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/edtech-02.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054408
CREATED:20250128T230840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T230840Z
UID:10000710-1739892600-1739899800@valrc.org
SUMMARY:VALRC: Advancing Alphabetics: Systematic Phonics Instruction with EBRI Tools and AI Insights
DESCRIPTION:This session explores how systematic phonics instruction supports an effective reading program\, using the Evidence-Based Reading Instruction (EBRI) Observation Tool for educator growth. Participants will gain insights into building alphabetics-based instruction and learn how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can offer truly exciting enhancements to these processes. Practical strategies for improving literacy outcomes and implementing evidence-based reading practices will be shared. \nPresenter: Mora da Silva \nRegister here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/valrc-advancing-alphabetics-systematic-phonics-instruction-with-ebri-tools-and-ai-insights/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054408
CREATED:20250129T024649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T024649Z
UID:10000719-1739907000-1739914200@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Literacy Minnesota: Developing and Practicing Reading Fluency
DESCRIPTION:Come and review the important role of fluency in reading instruction. We will discuss the three key components of reading fluency and look at a variety of activities tutors and teachers can try. We will talk about the mechanics of doing fluency practice via Zoom\, Google Meet\, Teams or any other remote tutoring tool (including the phone!). Participants will have plenty of opportunity to ask questions and share resources. \nThis workshop will be most useful for instructors working with low-intermediate to advanced readers. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-developing-and-practicing-reading-fluency-9/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://valrc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Literacy-Minnesota.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054408
CREATED:20250129T024905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T024905Z
UID:10000720-1739970000-1739973600@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Pro-Literacy: Professional Written Communication: Strategies for Teaching Workplace Writing
DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, participants will explore effective strategies for teaching workplace writing skills to adult learners. The session will cover the importance of the writing process and how to develop instructional activities that reinforce each step. Attendees will learn how to guide students in understanding and applying appropriate levels of formality in various professional contexts\, addressing workplace etiquette and cultural knowledge. \nLearn how to teach common formats of workplace communication—e.g.\, emails\, memos\, agendas—integrating key aspects of professionalism as well as basic writing skills. Participants will discover ways to integrate digital skills into writing instruction and will be introduced to valuable resources and classroom activities designed to enhance students’ professional writing abilities. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/pro-literacy-professional-written-communication-strategies-for-teaching-workplace-writing/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/svg+xml:https://valrc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/ProLiteracy_Logo_Primary.svg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250221T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250221T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054408
CREATED:20250129T025128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T025128Z
UID:10000721-1740146400-1740153600@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Literacy Minnesota: Reading Activities for Beginning Literacy and Beginning English Language Learners
DESCRIPTION:Teaching and tutoring very beginning level ESL readers can be intimidating for volunteers and professional teachers alike. Attend this webinar to get practical activities and ideas for one-on-one\, remote and in-person instruction with tech and no-tech options. Leave feeling ready to provide your learners with meaningful and effective reading activities. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-reading-activities-for-beginning-literacy-and-beginning-english-language-learners-4/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://valrc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Literacy-Minnesota.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250224T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250224T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054408
CREATED:20241029T181606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T181606Z
UID:10000670-1740400200-1740403800@valrc.org
SUMMARY:LINCS Universal Design for Learning TA
DESCRIPTION:More to come.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/lincs-universal-design-for-learning-ta-2/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054408
CREATED:20250123T164253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T164253Z
UID:10000709-1740495600-1740502800@valrc.org
SUMMARY:VALRC: Differentiated Science of Reading Instruction for Multilingual Learners
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to tackle the challenges of teaching multilevel ESOL classes? Are you looking to address the varied learning needs of individual students within one classroom and become an effective multi-level teacher? \nThis session will focus on ways to provide differentiated instruction to multilingual learners\, with a focus on incorporating alphabetics\, fluency\, vocabulary\, and comprehension. Participants will engage in hands-on activities from the perspective of a learner. Activities will include examples of and materials for differentiating learning content\, process\, and product. \nThis is a repeat session from Fall 2024. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/valrc-differentiated-science-of-reading-instruction-for-multilingual-learners-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054408
CREATED:20250204T174445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T174627Z
UID:10000743-1740664800-1740668400@valrc.org
SUMMARY:DARS WINDMILLS
DESCRIPTION:Profiles: This module will examine how stereotyping of persons with disabilities may impact employment decisions.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/dars-windmills/
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR