DeQueen-Mena Education Service Cooperative

Join Andria Miller for an enlightening session focused on guiding educators through the exploration of "Understanding Essential Standards: Grades 6-12". #thinkcoop1st https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=522604

Special Education Resource Teacher Academies provide current licensed Arkansas public school educators in grades K-12 the opportunity to earn an additional Special Education Resource endorsement and participate in job-embedded professional development while receiving graduate school credit hours. Educators who obtain this endorsement will be equipped to provide instruction within general education classrooms or offer pull-out supplementary services. All the programs include 12-15 hours of graduate coursework delivered both synchronously and asynchronously, can be completed in one year, and are available at no cost to teachers. #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed. Information on the universities participating and registration links are below: https://dese.ade.arkansas.gov/Offices/educator-effectiveness/educator-support--development/special-education-resource-teacher-academies?

This enhanced professional development will focus on reading strategies in the core subjects of Math, Science, Social Studies, and ELA. #thinkcoop1st https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=523823

Come learn some new tricks from Stacia that will reinvigorate your teaching and keep your students engaged through instruments, movements, singing, and more! #thinkcoop1st https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=525758

The Cognitive Coaching Foundation Seminar provides participants with the tools to foster resiliency and self-directedness within students, teachers, and administrators. This training is eight 8-hour sessions (64) hours total. Upon completion of the 8-day training, participants will receive certification that they are a trained Cognitive Coach. #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed. https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=523847

Join Allison for this one-day workshop to enhance your strategies to engage students in a variety of classroom contexts! #thinkcoop1st https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=519336

Join Stacey and Brandi to receive info on how to create a strong Pre-Educator pathway. Topics: Resources, pathway organization, student opportunities, & Educators Rising, and certifications #thinkcoop1st https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=523868

This training is specifically tailored for those implementing small groups for behavior in their building and/or school campus. #thinkcoop1st https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=520159

Mrs. Wilson's Pre-Educator students at Mena High School tested recently at DMESC to earn their Parapro Assessment. Way to go! This will allow students who are moving along the path toward a career in Education a head start on requirements! #thinkcoop1st @Mena High School

Based on the work of Kristin Souers and Pete Hall, this session will walk educators through what trauma-invested teachers do and how a trauma-invested classroom functions. #thinkcoop1st https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=519490

Join Jenny and spend a full PD day learning new games, songs, play-alongs, and musical possibilities! This will be a great opportunity for K-12 discussion. #thinkcoop1st https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=526934

The training will provide educators with in-depth knowledge related to the science of reading, evidence-based instructional strategies, and making data decisions for ALL students. #thinkcoop1st https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=522886

DMESC is proud of all our district principals and considers them the best in the state. Join us in honoring these outstanding leaders! #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.

Andria Miller spent the day with Mena literacy teachers identifying crucial standards and developing unit planning as part of The 15-Day Challenge. #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.

Join us as we enjoy a day filled with musical, creative, and artful activities to use in your classroom! Instruments will be provided. Please bring a notebook and a playful spirit! K-6 Music #thinkcoop1st https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=526932

Expect, Engage, Empower - Planning for Inclusion in Transition Ashley's afternoon session will discuss the components and importance of creating a sense of belonging among students and includes basic information on strategies, tips, and tools that will help individuals and/or teams incorporate inclusive practices into the secondary transition process. #thinkcoop1st https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=520374

Expect, Engage, Empower - Planning for Inclusion in Transition Join Ashley Bell in this newly revised morning session from 9 am - noon PD opportunity as she shares two students' transition process - from the early stages of planning to graduation. Ashley will take attendees through each component of the Indicator 13 Cross Reference Tool as they develop an understanding of not only what is required to be in place by IDEA, but also the importance of each one of the components and how they can lead the student to successful post-school outcome. #thinkcoop1st https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=520371

Cheryl Byrd introduces school nurses to their new role in the school setting including: Roles and Responsibilities of the SN Delegation of Nursing Tasks AR State Board of Nursing Guidelines, etc. #thinkcoop1st https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=523452

In this workshop, teachers will learn a series of active learning techniques that can be applied to any content area and increase student retention and investment in learning. #thinkcoop1st https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=520192

This course will go beyond awareness and identification. Participants will explore ways to assist struggling readers in the classroom. How to refer and what documentation do I need? #thinkcoop1st https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=526924