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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083233
CREATED:20250129T024905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T024905Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250221T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250221T160000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250224T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250224T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083233
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/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083233
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083233
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/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T140000
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CREATED:20250303T213102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T213102Z
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SUMMARY:ProLiteracy: Incorporating Reading Comprehension 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 reading comprehension. This session is for those whose students are native English speakers. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/proliteracy-incorporating-reading-comprehension-into-any-instructional-material/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083233
CREATED:20250303T213223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T213223Z
UID:10000766-1741116600-1741123800@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-6/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083233
CREATED:20250113T181550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T141330Z
UID:10000703-1741264200-1741269600@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Structure Your Program So Students & Staff Want to Stay
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Joyce Clement Jackson and Melinda Dart of Chesterfield County Public Schools Adult Continuing Education.\nThis webinar will focus on the tools and strategies necessary to build a program where both staff and students learn and grow together. The three focus areas include building relationships\, building learning models\, and building partnerships. For each of these areas\, we will provide practical ways to make programs meaningful for both staff and students. Learning tools and templates will be provided. \nParticipants will gain: \n\npractical ways to establish and maintain relationships that result in retention of staff and students\,\ntools to provide quality instruction through effective learning models\, and\nideas to build partnerships that empower students and staff to have a voice in the community.\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/structure-your-program-so-students-staff-want-to-stay/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250307T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250307T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083233
CREATED:20250303T213401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T213401Z
UID:10000767-1741356000-1741363200@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Literacy Minnesota: Tips and Strategies for Online Instruction
DESCRIPTION:During the early days of the pandemic\, remote instruction was a necessary evil that many begrudgingly endured. But as the options for in-person instruction opened up\, many learners chose to continue to learn in an online environment. Join this session to learn and see modeled tips and strategies for teaching and tutoring online\, and determine how to bring them back to your context. This session is appropriate for educators working with both English language learners and adult education students. (Note: This session does not include technical how-to skills for using Zoom or other platforms.) \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-tips-and-strategies-for-online-instruction/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250310T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250310T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083233
CREATED:20241107T194412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T192339Z
UID:10000671-1741613400-1741618800@valrc.org
SUMMARY:LACES Data Housekeeping and Diagnostics
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a webinar on the LACES data system for Virginia adult education programming.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/laces-webinar-for-virginia/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083233
CREATED:20250303T213538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T213538Z
UID:10000768-1741807800-1741815000@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Literacy Minnesota: Comprehension Strategies for Intermediate-Level Readers
DESCRIPTION:Research shows that explicitly teaching a set of comprehension strategies is a great way to help intermediate-level readers maximize their understanding of texts. Come learn a handful of great comprehension tools that will help students develop critical thinking skills and comprehension skills. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/literacy-minnesota-comprehension-strategies-for-intermediate-level-readers-8/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083233
CREATED:20250211T030118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T144804Z
UID:10000757-1742032800-1742047200@valrc.org
SUMMARY:VALRC & VAACE: In-Person\, Instructor Professional Learning Community
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for an opportunity to network with other adult education instructors? \nDo you want the space to consider application of the science of reading and inclusive instructional strategies? \nThis in-person\, instructor professional community is meant to be a gathering place for all adult education instructors to meet\, network\, and learn together! \nThis PLC and all pre-work can be used to meet the Memo 62 PD requirements. \nLocation: 300 Arboretum Pl # 200\, Richmond\, VA 23236 \nMore Information        Register Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/valrc-vaace-in-person-instructor-professional-learning-community/
LOCATION:Arboretum\, Richmond\, VA\, 300 Arboretum Pl\, Richmond\, VA\, 23236\, United States
CATEGORIES:PLC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250317T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250317T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083233
CREATED:20240801T144938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240801T144938Z
UID:10000610-1742218200-1742225400@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-5/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083233
CREATED:20250226T171257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T171257Z
UID:10000764-1742299200-1742302800@valrc.org
SUMMARY:VALRC: Regional Instructional Specialist PLC
DESCRIPTION:This professional learning community is open to Regional Instructional Specialists (and other Virginia adult educators whose work includes instructional leadership). Focused on problem-solving and sharing promising practices\, this discussion-based PLC will address topics including classroom observations\, retention strategies for learners and educators\, curriculum choices\, partnerships\, and supporting effective instructional practices. The PLC meets monthly. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/instructional-specialist-plc/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:PLC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083233
CREATED:20250303T213713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T213713Z
UID:10000769-1742302800-1742306400@valrc.org
SUMMARY:ProLiteracy: “What Am I Looking At?”
DESCRIPTION:It’s often said that a picture is worth a thousand words\, but how do we know what that picture is saying? Even though we use visual literacy to understand what we see and encounter in our everyday lives\, there is added pressure when facing it on a High School Equivalency (HSE) test. In this webinar\, Kara will identify key methods for decoding graphs\, charts\, tables\, and maps on the HSE tests. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/proliteracy-what-am-i-looking-at/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083233
CREATED:20250107T191827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T191827Z
UID:10000699-1742313600-1742317200@valrc.org
SUMMARY:CASAS: Assessing NEDP Client Work
DESCRIPTION:Join the NEDP national trainer and assessors from across the country as we practice assessing client responses to newly added questions.\n\nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/casas-assessing-nedp-client-work/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083233
CREATED:20250107T191927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T191927Z
UID:10000700-1742389200-1742392800@valrc.org
SUMMARY:CASAS: Assessing NEDP Client Work
DESCRIPTION:Join the NEDP national trainer and assessors from across the country as we practice assessing client responses to newly added questions.\n\nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/casas-assessing-nedp-client-work-2/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083233
CREATED:20250225T202926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T204208Z
UID:10000761-1742562000-1742567400@valrc.org
SUMMARY:VALRC -  Digital Resilience in the American Workforce (DRAW) PLC
DESCRIPTION:Session 1 – March\, 21st from 1-1:30pm\, Session 2 – April\, 25th from 1-1:30pm\, Session 3 – May 23rd from 1-1:30pm \nThese interactive sessions will define digital resilience and focus on its importance for both instructors and students. Participants will gain insight and discover practical ways to begin implementing EdTech routines in the classroom\, as well as participate in guided learning circles to share ideas and challenges.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/valrc-digital-resilience-in-the-american-workforce-draw-plc/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083233
CREATED:20250303T213851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T213851Z
UID:10000770-1742911200-1742918400@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-10/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083233
CREATED:20250310T193410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T193410Z
UID:10000771-1742916600-1742922000@valrc.org
SUMMARY:GEDTS: GED Math Test-Taking Strategies & Calculator Skills\, Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Kellie Blair Hardt\, this month’s Tuesdays for Teachers will focus on helping learners bridge the gap between struggle and success on the GED Math exam. This interactive\, hands-on session will equip you with proven test-taking strategies to support learners in overcoming common skills gaps—particularly in working with polynomials\, formulas\, and problem-solving techniques that often present challenges. You’ll learn what to teach and how to teach it to enhance student comprehension\, reduce errors\, and improve test efficiency—including how to maximize the TI-30XS Multiview calculator to its full potential. \nPlease bring paper\, pencils\, and a TI-30XS Multiview calculator for this interactive session. Don’t miss out on engaging\, effective\, and fun strategies you can apply immediately in the classroom! \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/gedts-tuesdays-for-teachers-math-and-calculator-skills/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250327
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250424
DTSTAMP:20260404T083233
CREATED:20250314T144347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T144347Z
UID:10000785-1743033600-1745452799@valrc.org
SUMMARY:ESOL Basics: Instructional Strategies
DESCRIPTION:Course runs: 3/27/25 – 4/23/25 (4 weeks) \nRegistration Now Open for Instructional Strategies!
URL:https://valrc.org/event/esol-basics-instructional-strategies/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Facilitated Online Course
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083233
CREATED:20250204T174806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T174806Z
UID:10000751-1743084000-1743087600@valrc.org
SUMMARY:DARS WINDMILLS
DESCRIPTION:Fact or Fiction: This module teaches participants to anticipate situations that might occur in the workplace with people with disabilities.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/dars-windmills-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083233
CREATED:20250220T151410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T204627Z
UID:10000758-1743166800-1743172200@valrc.org
SUMMARY:VALRC - Trauma-Informed Practices: An Introduction
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will present a working overview of this topic to begin incorporating trauma-informed practices into classroom instruction. Participants will also gain a better sense of what is happening to a learner’s brain when they experience stress and trauma.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/valrc-trauma-informed-practices-an-introduction/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250407T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250407T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083233
CREATED:20250312T174753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T175753Z
UID:10000772-1744029000-1744032600@valrc.org
SUMMARY:Reflecting on Your Practice: Universal Design for Learning
DESCRIPTION:This one-hour webinar and open conversation will provide an opportunity for participants to discuss their experience with implementing what they learned from the UDL course(s) and webinars\, sharing success and challenges around implementation and supporting others’ implementation\, and ask about and brainstorm solutions to any questions they have based on their work. \nWe’ll also open up the webinar for conversation around how we want to continue as a learning community to strengthen UDL practices across the board\, from intake to instruction to transitions. We look forward to seeing you all there! \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/reflecting-on-your-practice-universal-design-for-learning/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083233
CREATED:20250408T133548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T133548Z
UID:10000792-1744376400-1744381800@valrc.org
SUMMARY:EdTech Strategy Session: Lesson Planning + Sustainable AI
DESCRIPTION:The April 11th EdTech Strategy Session is for all educators – please share with your teachers statewide! They can register here: worlded.me/ETSS2024 \nThese are the two lightning talk topics: \n⚡ Tech Tools for Lesson Planning by Anthony Burik \nOTAN has technology tools for lesson planning. The OTAN Lesson Plan Builder helps teachers structure the parts of the lesson. The Teaching with Technology tool helps identify lesson plans integrating technology that engage students\, enhance their learning\, and extend their learning. At the foundation of both are the WIPPEA lesson plan model and the Triple E framework. We also discuss the impact of AI on lesson planning and how OTAN tools connect with a teacher’s AI work. \n⚡ Reducing AI Waste by Rachel Riggs \nYou may have heard or wondered about generative AI’s impact on the environment. In this lightning talk\, learn some teacher-friendly tips to reduce AI waste based on the top priorities of the waste management hierarchy: prevent\, reduce\, reuse\, and recycle!
URL:https://valrc.org/event/edtech-strategy-session-lesson-planning-sustainable-ai/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250415T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250415T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083233
CREATED:20250327T181542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T181542Z
UID:10000789-1744718400-1744722000@valrc.org
SUMMARY:VALRC: Regional Instructional Specialist PLC
DESCRIPTION:This professional learning community is open to Regional Instructional Specialists (and other Virginia adult educators whose work includes instructional leadership). Focused on problem-solving and sharing promising practices\, this discussion-based PLC will address topics including classroom observations\, retention strategies for learners and educators\, curriculum choices\, partnerships\, and supporting effective instructional practices. The PLC meets monthly. \nRegister here.
URL:https://valrc.org/event/valrc-specialist-plc-april25/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:PLC
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083233
CREATED:20250313T021458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T021458Z
UID:10000783-1744902000-1744909200@valrc.org
SUMMARY:VALRC\, The Science of Reading: Utilizing Learner-Centered Strategies
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will present strategies to develop reading instruction through the use of learner-centered strategies. \nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/valrc-the-science-of-reading-utilizing-learner-centered-strategies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T153000
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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-2/2025-04-22/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Switchboard: Navigating Difficult Conversations with Clients​
DESCRIPTION:​​Newcomers often encounter complex and challenging situations as they adjust and integrate into society. Conversations with clients about these challenges can be particularly complicated given past trauma exposure as well as cultural differences. This workshop will offer best practices for navigating these sensitive and challenging conversations with a mutually respectful and trauma-informed approach. Participants will explore effective communication strategies through case scenario examples to develop skills for engaging clients productively.​ \nIS THIS WEBINAR FOR ME? \n​​This webinar is designed for service providers who want to bolster their communication skills\, particularly when discussing difficult topics with clients. This webinar will also be valuable for agency supervisors and organizational staff who interact with newcomers or support client-facing staff. ​ ​ \n\nWhile not a requirement\, Switchboard encourages participants to review the Switchboard guide Preventing Crises and De-escalating Difficult Situations with Newcomer Clients (2023) in advance of this training.​\n\nWHY SHOULD I PARTICIPATE?  \nAfter participating in this 75-minute session\, you will be able to: \n\n​​Recognize ongoing resettlement challenges\, including employment and housing barriers\, that require difficult conversations between clients and providers\nIdentify key communication skills and specific phrases that help maintain supportive\, respectful conversations for both clients and providers ​\nApply a trauma-informed and compassionate approach to current client and service provision challenges​\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://valrc.org/event/switchboard-navigating-difficult-conversations-with-clients/
LOCATION:Virtual
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