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DEPARTMENT
OF EDUCATION:
CALENDAR
OF DEPARTMENT-SPONSORED EVENTS
(Updated 5/15/08)
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This calendar notes
only those events sponsored by the department. An event is considered department-sponsored
if it is planned and run solely by the department or if the department plays a significant
role in coordinating the event programmatically or financially with a partner organization.
At this time, events must be submitted by department staff.
The department's calendar
of events is designed to be used as a planning tool by department staff, State Board
members and educators in the field. The calendar lists department-sponsored events,
which, unless noted otherwise, are intended to benefit service providers, educators
and administrators.
This page will be updated as items are received. View
events for the upcoming six month period:
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MAY 2008 (Updated 5/15/08)
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1-30
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Vermont Developmental Reading Assessment (VT-DRA) Assessment Window
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Contact: Lindy Johnson, Vermont Department of Education, (802) 828-6562 or lindy.johnson@state.vt.us
Registration Deadline: N/A |
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Statewide
All Schools
with Grade 2 |
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New England Common Assessment Program (NECAP) Science Assessment Test Administrator Workshop
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Montpelier, VT
Capitol Plaza Hotel & Conference Center
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New England Common Assessment Program (NECAP) Science Assessment Test Administrator Workshop
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S. Burlington, VT
Holiday Inn
9:00 - 11:30 A |
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Physical Education Curriculum Analysis Tool (PECAT) Workshop
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Castleton, VT
Castleton State College
9:00 A - 3:00 P
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Transformation: "The Essentials for Success - One School District's Journey"
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Contact: Richard Boltax, Vermont Department of Education, (802) 828-5125 or richard.boltax@state.vt.us
Registration Deadline: April 23, 2008
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Fairlee, VT
Lake Morey Inn & Resort
8:00 A - 4:00 P
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Teachers Who Write
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Contact: Geof Hewitt, Vermont Department of Education, (802) 828-3158 or geof.hewitt@state.vt.us
Registration Deadline: May 2, 2008. |
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Montpelier, VT
Vermont College Campus
9:00 A - 3:00 P
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Vermont Drinking Water Week Fair
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Montpelier, VT
State House Lawn
10:00 A - 2:00 P
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12-30
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NECAP Statewide Science Assessment
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All Schools
(at grades 4, 8 & 11) |
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Federal Programs Spring Meeting
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Killington, VT
Killington Grand Resort Hotel
8:30 A - 4:00 P
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Vermont Standards Board for Professional Educators (VSBPE)
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Meetings are open to the public
Contact: Rebecca Otis, Vermont Department of Education, (802) 828-2444 or rebecca.otis@state.vt.us
Registration Deadline: N/A |
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Montpelier, VT
Vermont College
(Dewey Lounge)
8:30 A - 3:30 P |
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Peer Review Clinic
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Contact: Wendy Anderson, Vermont Department of Education, VtPeerReview@comcast.net
Registration Deadline: N/A. Pre-registration is required by using the link provided above.
NOTE: Please note the change of location to 1311 U.S. Route 302. This building is located between Burger King and the Steak House.
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Berlin, VT
Vermont Department of Education
Berlin Office at
1311 U.S. Route 302
(Conference Room)
4:00 - 6:00 P |
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Depression, Suicide Prevention and Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) Health Education
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Vermont Interactive Television (VIT) Sites:
Brattleboro
Montpelier
Newport
Rutland
Williston
(Directions)
1:00 - 3:00 P
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Vermont State Board of Education
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Meetings are open to the public
Contact: Carol King, Vermont Department of Education, (802) 828-5101 or carol.c.king@state.vt.us
Registration Deadline: N/A |
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Manchester, VT
Burr & Burton Academy
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Guide for Implementing Prekindergarten Education in Accordance with Act 62 and Related Rules (DRAFT): Question & Answer Session
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Vermont Interactive Television (VIT) Sites:
Brattleboro
Montpelier
Newport
Rutland
White River Junction
Williston
(Directions)
9:30 - 11:30 A
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Other Available Professional Development Opportunities |
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JUNE 2008 (Updated 5/15/08)
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2
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2008 Spring Student Census Training
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Contact: Glenn Bouchard, Vermont Department of Education, (802) 828-3777 or glenn.bouchard@state.vt.us
Registration Deadline: As soon as possible |
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St. Albans, VT
St. Albans Town Elementary
10:00 A - Noon |
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2008 Spring Student Census Training
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Contact: Glenn Bouchard, Vermont Department of Education, (802) 828-3777 or glenn.bouchard@state.vt.us
Registration Deadline: As soon as possible |
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Springfield, VT
Springfield High School
10:00 A - Noon |
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2008 Spring Student Census Training
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Contact: Glenn Bouchard, Vermont Department of Education, (802) 828-3777 or glenn.bouchard@state.vt.us
Registration Deadline: As soon as possible |
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Montpelier, VT
Pavilion Office Buidling
109 State Street
(Auditorium)
10:00 A - Noon |
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Peer Review Clinic
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Contact: Wendy Anderson, Vermont Department of Education, VtPeerReview@comcast.net
Registration Deadline: N/A. Pre-registration is required by using the link provided above.
NOTE: Please note the change of location to 1311 U.S. Route 302. This building is located between Burger King and the Steak House. |
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Berlin, VT
Vermont Department of Education
Berlin Office at
1311 U.S. Route 302
(Conference Room)
4:00 - 6:00 P |
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Vermont Standards Board for Professional Educators (VSBPE)
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Meetings are open to the public
Contact: Rebecca Otis, Vermont Department of Education, (802) 828-2444 or rebecca.otis@state.vt.us
Registration Deadline: N/A |
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Berlin, VT
Comfort Inn
8:30 A - 3:30 P |
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Vermont State Board of Education
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Meetings are open to the public
Contact: Carol King, Vermont Department of Education, (802) 828-5101 or carol.c.king@state.vt.us
Registration Deadline: N/A |
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TBD
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22-26
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Vermont Middle Grades Summer Institute
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Contact: Heather Schneider, Vermont Department of Education, (802) 828-5130 or heather.schneider@state.vt.us
Registration Deadline: June 9, 2008
NOTE: This event has a workshop component scheduled for November 26, 2008. |
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Randolph, VT
Randolph Technical College
(See brochure for times)
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23-26
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Vermont Reads Institute (VRI): Vermont Reading First Academies (Part III - Four-day training)
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Contact: Janet Harwood, Vermont Department of Education, (802) 828-1225 or janet.harwood@state.vt.us
Registration Deadline: Not provided. |
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TBD
8:30 A - 3:30 P
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26-27
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School Custodians and Maintenance Conference
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Contact: Cassandra Ryan, Vermont Department of Education, (802) 828-3144 or cassandra.ryan@state.vt.us
Registration Deadline: June 15, 2008 |
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White River Jct.,
Hartford High School
8:30 A - 3:30 P
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Other Available Professional Development Opportunities
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JULY 2008
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No
Meeting
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Vermont Standards Board for Professional Educators (VSBPE)
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Meetings are open to the public
Contact: Rebecca Otis, Vermont Department of Education, (802) 828-2444 or rebecca.otis@state.vt.us
Registration Deadline: N/A |
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No Meeting |
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No Meeting
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Vermont State Board of Education
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Meetings are open to the public
Contact: Carol King, Vermont Department of Education, (802) 828-5101 or carol.c.king@state.vt.us
Registration Deadline: N/A |
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No Meeting
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21-25
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Portfolio Assessment of Alternate Grade Expectations (PAAGE) Summer Scoring Institute
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This training is by invitation ONLY
Contact: Nancy Hill, Vermont Department of Education, (802) 828-3124 or nancy.hill@state.vt.us
Registration Deadline: May 1, 2008 |
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Rutland, VT
Holiday Inn
8:30 A - 4:30 P
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28-31
& 8/1
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TEACCH* Level 1 Classroom Training
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Contact: Claire Bruno, Vermont Department of Education, (802) 828-5116 or claire.bruno@state.vt.us
Registration Deadline: May 1, 2008
* Treatment and Education of Autistic and related Communication-handicapped CHildren |
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Newport, VT
North Country Union High School
8:30 A - 4:30 P
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Other Available Professional Development Opportunities |
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AUGUST 2008
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TBA
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Vermont Standards Board for Professional Educators (VSBPE)
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Meetings are open to the public
Contact: Rebecca Otis, Vermont Department of Education, (802) 828-2444 or rebecca.otis@state.vt.us
Registration Deadline: N/A |
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TBA |
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8/1
(Cont'
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7/28-
31)
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TEACCH* Level 1 Classroom Training
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Contact: Claire Bruno, Vermont Department of Education, (802) 828-5116 or claire.bruno@state.vt.us
Registration Deadline: May 1, 2008
* Treatment and Education of Autistic and related Communication-handicapped CHildren |
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Newport, VT
North Country Union High School
8:30 A - 4:30 P
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5-8
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New England Arts Assessment Institute
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Contact: Gail Kilkelly, Vermont Department of Education, (802) 828-6560 or gail.kilkelly@state.vt.us
Registration Deadline: July 17, 2008 |
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Castleton, VT
Castleton State College
(see brochure
for event
times) |
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Vermont State Board of Education
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Meetings are open to the public
Contact: Carol King, Vermont Department of Education, (802) 828-5101 or carol.c.king@state.vt.us
Registration Deadline: N/A |
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TBA
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12-13
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New England Common Assessment Program (NECAP) Science Standard Setting (Information & Registration)
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Contact: Mary Ann Minardo, Vermont Department of Education, (802) 828-5410 or maryann.minardo@state.vt.us
Registration Deadline: May 15, 2008 |
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Providence, RI
Westin Hotel
8:30 A - 4:00 P
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12-14
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New England Common Assessment Program (NECAP) Science Item Review (Information & Registration)
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Contact: Mary Ann Minardo, Vermont Department of Education, (802) 828-5410 or maryann.minardo@state.vt.us
Registration Deadline: May 15, 2008 |
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Providence, RI
Westin Hotel
8:30 A - 4:00 P |
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13-14
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New England Common Assessment Program (NECAP) Science Bias/Sensitivity Review (Information & Registration)
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Contact: Mary Ann Minardo, Vermont Department of Education, (802) 828-5410 or maryann.minardo@state.vt.us
Registration Deadline: May 15, 2008 |
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Providence, RI
Westin Hotel
8:30 A - 4:00 P |
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Other Available Professional Development Opportunities |
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SEPTEMBER 2008
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TBA
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Vermont Standards Board for Professional Educators (VSBPE)
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Meetings are open to the public
Contact: Rebecca Otis, Vermont Department of Education, (802) 828-2444 or rebecca.otis@state.vt.us
Registration Deadline: N/A |
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TBA |
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Vermont State Board of Education
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Meetings are open to the public
Contact: Carol King, Vermont Department of Education, (802) 828-5101 or carol.c.king@state.vt.us
Registration Deadline: N/A |
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TBA
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Other Available Professional Development Opportunities |
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OCTOBER 2008
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TBA
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Vermont Standards Board for Professional Educators (VSBPE)
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Meetings are open to the public
Contact: Rebecca Otis, Vermont Department of Education, (802) 828-2444 or rebecca.otis@state.vt.us
Registration Deadline: N/A |
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TBA |
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Vermont State Board of Education
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Meetings are open to the public
Contact: Carol King, Vermont Department of Education, (802) 828-5101 or carol.c.king@state.vt.us
Registration Deadline: N/A |
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TBA
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OTHER
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES
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Educational Services Agencies (ESAs)
ESAs are regional partnerships between school districts or supervisory unions, institutions of higher education and service providers. ESAs provide high quality professional development regionally to meet the needs of individuals, schools and/or supervisory unions to enable educators to improve schools and increase student learning. Use the link above to view regional professional development opportunities. |
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Center for Health and Learning (Calendar of Trainings and Professional Development Opportunities)
This organization is funded through Department of Education grants to provide specialized
health education training opportunities for Vermont educators and administrators. |
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Learning Works, the Vermont Adult Education and Literacy System
Learning Works, the Vermont Adult Education and Literacy System, actively supports the professional growth and training of all staff in the field. The Vermont Department of Education, as a member of Learning Works, provides a variety of professional development opportunities to adult educators. Training directly supports the needs and interests of teachers and support staff and is designed to strengthen our work so that students get the most out of their learning experiences. Learning Works provides a program of regularly scheduled trainings and workshops, in addition to ongoing support and applied learning opportunities; including workshops in series, sharing groups and more. |
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Vermont Higher Education Collaborative (VTHEC)
The VTHEC was formed in 2000 as part of Act 117. It is the joint work of the Vermont Department of Education, the Vermont State Colleges and the University of Vermont. The VT-HEC, along with Vermont school districts and other education related organizations, are working together in new ways to make quality preparation, development and support programs accessible to educators and educators-to-be in all parts of the state. The VT HEC has a goal of creating a network of quality graduate programs that may lead to certificates, endorsements and/or degrees in areas of high need using a variety of delivery models. In addition, the VTHEC is also committed to creating mentoring and induction programs with its partners to ensure a highly effective workforce in education and human service organizations.
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