Conscious Discipline: PD Cohorts for 2023-24
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 Conscious Discipline is a social‐emotional learning and classroom management approach. Developed by a teacher for teachers, the philosophy of Conscious Discipline emerged after years of working with children and experiencing the challenges of a broken system full of hurting children and frustrated adults. The methodology and best‐practices of Conscious Discipline offer a different – and proven – pathway to transformation.
Join colleagues for online discussions to reflect on the 10-lesson video series, Building Resilient Schools and Homes. The video series is lead by Dr. Becky Bailey, educator, author, and child development expert.
Facilitators: To be announced
Format: Watch video lessons on your own ahead of each facilitated online discussion.
- Discussion # 1: Lesson 1: Introduction to Conscious Discipline
- Discussion # 2: Lesson 2: Becoming Brain Smart
- Discussion # 3: Lesson 3: Creating the School Family and Lesson 4: Composure
- Discussion # 4: Lesson 5: Assertiveness
- Discussion # 5: Lesson 6: Encouragement and Lesson 7: Choices
- Discussion # 6: Lesson 8: Empathy
- Discussion # 7: Lesson 9: Positive Intent
- Discussion # 8: Lesson 10: Consequences
Dates/Time, choose from:
- "Tuesday Evening Group" from 6:30-7:45 PM on October 10, November 14, December 12, January 9, February 13, March 12, April 9, and May 7, 2024
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- "Sunday Morning Group" from 7:15-8:30 AM on October 15, November 5, December 10, January 7, February 11, March 10, April 14, and May 5, 2024
Cost (includes video access and online resources): Free for educators employed by school districts with an NCES full membership: SAUs 3, 7, 9 (Jackson only), 23 (Haverhill only), 35, 36, 48 (Campton only), 58, 68, 77, & 84. Associate member districts: $50. Non-members $100 (space permitting). Employees of licensed child-care providers located in member district communities are eligible to participate at no charge.
For: Any interested educator. Please note that the video content is geared to the elementary grades, but the practices can be applied for any age.
Professional Development Hours: For those who actively participate in the online discussions (with camera on), there will be 20 hours awarded--10 hours for watching the video lessons and 1.25 hours per online discussion participation. You must part in at least 6 of the online discussions to receive a professional development certificate.
Would you like an overview of Conscious Discipline before making this commitment? We recommend this 20 minute overview video of the 7 skills of Conscious Discipline.
Register: Online or by calling 603-466-5437 M-F between 8-4PM.
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Positive Solutions for Families
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A free, 7 week workshop series for parents and caregivers of children ages 2 to 10 will offer tips through effective evidence-based strategies to help with communication.
- Session 1: Making a Connection — bonding, relating, making it happen, play,
development
- Session 2: Making it Happen – developing friendship skills in children
- Session 3: Behavior Has Meaning - Why do children do what they do?
- Session 4: The Power of Routines
- Session 5: Teach Me What to Do – social emotional development in children
- Session 6: Responding With a Purpose
- Session 7: Putting it all together - review and plan
Dates: Tuesdays, October 10 through November 21, 2023 from 10:00-11:00 AM or 6:00-7:00 PM.
Location: Online through Google Meet
The series is offered at no charge through the Family Connections Resource Center. Contact Children Unlimited to register or for more information at 603-901-3052 or or email Ariel at
acallanan@childrenunlimitedinc.org. Please specify time you would like to join.
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Teaching the Presidential Election in Polarizing Times
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Poetry Out Loud - Registration Open for Schools
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 Poetry Out Loud is a FREE national poetry recitation program that encourages the study of great poetry by offering free educational materials and a dynamic competition for high school students across the country. This program helps students master public speaking skills, build self-confidence, and learn about literary history and contemporary life.
Funding and support comes from The Poetry Foundation and National Endowment for the Arts (NEA), and is managed in NH by the New Hampshire State Council on the Arts. This short video describes POL, how it can be integrated into your classroom, and how participation can help support numerous aspects of students’ lives and learning.
If your school is interested in joining POL this year, please register. Registration will remain open throughout the end of October. Even if you are unsure if POL will work for your school, please sign up now so POL can share materials and resources with you and answer questions.
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NH Registered Educator Apprentices
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Publishing Opportunity for Teens
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Under the Madness Magazine, a magazine for teen writers-by teen writers, is accepting submissions of poetry, fiction, and creative nonfiction for its first issue. The magazine's editorial board is composed of students largely from the North Country, working under the mentorship of the New Hampshire Poet Laureate. Under the Madness Magazine publishes writers, ages 13-19, from around the globe.
Under the Madness is made possible with the generous support of the Neil and Louise Tillotson Fund and the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation. The magazine began as an off-shoot of the North Country Young Writers’ Festival.
Learn more about submitting teen work
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Afterschool Provider Opportunity
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The New Hampshire Afterschool Network is pleased to offer a virtual After School Round Table discussion for all Out of School Time providers. Join us and share your vision for the future of out of school time in New Hampshire! Participants at each session will be entered to win a $50 Amazon Gift Card!
Click here for more information and to register.
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Biofabrication Technician Registered Apprenticeship Program
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 Step into the world of biofabrication through the ARMI | BioFabUSA Registered Apprenticeship Program in Manchester, NH. The program is rigorously designed to provide participants with the skills and knowledge essential to excel in this innovative industry.
This opportunity is for high school graduates, veterans, and career changers in New Hampshire! Participants will acquire training in the basic skills and cutting edge technology of bioscience through a registered apprenticeship while earning a BCSI microcredentials and a stipend!
Candidates must:
- Be 18 years of age or older
- Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
- Be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
Program Highlights:
- Gain hands-on laboratory training and learn about Good Manufacturing Practice.
- Benefit from two months of in-person classes at local colleges for a supportive learning experience (stipend provided)
- Begin a year of paid on-the-job training to boost your professional growth and solidify your expertise.
- Create a path to an impactful career with the potential to innovate healthcare globally.
Learn more here: ARMI Registered Apprenticeship or contact KTalanian@armiusa.org with any questions.
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Para II Licensure through Portfolio Assessment
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Are you or someone you know looking to get a Paraprofessional II licensure? NHTI is offering an 8-week online portfolio course October 23 to December 16 which is structured to individualize your needs while providing support to meet state requirements. For more information, contact Cynthia Lucero at clucero@ccsnh.edu or register here.
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 SteelDays is the annual celebration of the structural steel industry, sponsored by the American Institute of Steel Construction and hosted by its members and partners. SteelDays offers events throughout the country for AEC professionals, faculty and students, and the public to see firsthand how the vibrant U.S. structural steel industry works to build our country's buildings and bridges. Students will learn about the industry's latest technologies ranging from improvements in the properties of steel to better equipment and new communication and design tools.
Capone Iron Corporation in Berlin, NH will host the New England SteelDay event on October 20th. Middle and high schools are invited to participate. Contact Lucie Kinney at l.kinney@caponeiron.com to register your school. Learn more about SteelDays at https://www.aisc.org/steelday/
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Manchester, New Hampshire, has become a hub for the rapidly growing field of biofabrication, the production of human tissues from organic and synthetic sources. Expanding this life-changing industry requires a diverse workforce in advanced manufacturing, biology, biotechnology, computer science, data analytics, engineering, information technology and more. Through hands-on learning, the STEM-MoBILE seeks to educate people of all ages about biofabrication and the exciting, lucrative career opportunities in this world-changing field.
To promote career opportunities in this exciting new field of biofabrication, the STEM-MoBILE (STEM Mobile Biofabrication Integrated Lab Experience) will be a traveling to schools and communities in the North Country. Stay turned to learn more about how to bring this mobile lab to your school or community to introduce the cutting-edge field of biofabrication.
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Nominations for PAEMST for K-6 open until January 8th
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 Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST) are the nation’s highest honors for teachers of science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and/or computer science. The PAEMST program also honors teachers for their dedication to improving education and inspiring students in mathematics and science. In addition to honoring individual achievement, the goal of the award program is to exemplify the highest standards of mathematics and science teaching. This program acknowledges educators who are models in both their classrooms and in their communities.
The Awards were established by Congress in 1983, the President may recognize up to 108 exemplary teachers each year. The National Science Foundation (NSF) administers PAEMST on behalf of The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy. Presidential Awardees receive a certificate signed by the President; a trip to Washington, D.C. to attend a series of recognition events and professional development opportunities; and, a $10,000 award from the National Science Foundation.
The PAEMST program provides teachers an excellent opportunity to apply for an additional growth opportunity or nominate a colleague who deserves to be recognized for STEM teaching.
Learn more at https://paemst.nsf.gov/
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NH Water Festival for Grades 3-5
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Coös Adult Education provides a learning environment that has helped countless students learn, develop, and grow.
Coös Adult Education provides FREE instruction in:
- HiSET Exam Preparation
- The basics of reading, writing, and math
- English for speakers of other languages (ESOL)
- Northstar Computer Literacy Program
- Learn basic computer skills, how to email, use word processing/editing software, and develop your career search skills
Classes can be small group, one-to-one in-person, or remote/online. There is no cost to participate. All programs are free. Learn how to get started by visiting coosae.org or calling 603-752-1927.
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NHSCA 2023 Arts Partnership Conference
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Join in conversations and experiences that highlight the art that comes out of gathering, collaborating, and creating side by side at the NHSCA 2023 Arts Partnership Conference. This conference will offer interactive workshops, panels, participatory performances, and experiential learning. Workshops will highlight New Hampshire artists and projects happening in communities across the state and will engage a cross sector audience that reflects all our program areas: individual artists, Arts in Health, Traditional and Heritage Arts, Creative Communities, and Arts Education.
KEYNOTE PRESENTERS
Vanessa Ford of Trust Transfer Project and Heather Ikemire of Lifetime Arts
CONFERENCE MODEL & SESSIONS
The conference will occur on two distinct days with concurrent workshop sessions in the morning and afternoon, as well as keynote presentations and plenary experiences including artist performances, dance, and collaborative projects.
Dates: Friday, October 27 & Saturday, October 28, 2023
Location: Sanborn Mills Farm in Loudon, NH
For more information, click here.
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NHSTA Fall Science Education Conference
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New Connections and Endless Possibilities:
Shaping the Future of STEM
October 24, 2023
8:00 AM- 2:00 PM
Pembroke National Guard Training Facility, Pembroke, NH
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 Advancing Social Studies Education in the Granite State
October 20, 2023
Grappone Conference Center, Concord, NH
Social Studies Makes Good Citizens
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Tillotson Fund Grant Seeker Info Session
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Learn more about the Tillotson Fund’s new strategic framework which includes a community investment strategy and a streamlined grant application process. This overview will include all three grant programs of the Tillotson Fund: Local, Large, and DASH. Participants will have an opportunity to ask questions and meet program staff.
- Local Grants 2024 grant deadlines: January 18 OR July 18
- Large Grants 2024: rolling application period
- DASH Grants 2024: rolling application period, ending December 15
In-Person
Date and time: Friday, November 10, 2023
Location: Lancaster, venue to be determined
Register for in-person session here by November 9th.
Virtual
Date and time: Tuesday, November 14, 2023 from 12:00-1:00 PM (Register for 11/14 here)
Date and time: Friday, November 17, 2023 from 10:00-11:00 AM (Register for 11/17 here)
Questions? Please email Jean Clarke at jc@nhcf.org.
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GGK Summit for Home Visitors
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This summit will be a day of networking and learning around the home visiting program, Growing Great Kids. Designed for new and experienced direct care staff, the event will feature keynote speaker Debbie Farr. Breakfast and lunch are included in this free event at the Town and Country Inn on Thursday, November 9, 2023 from 9:00-2:00.
Register here by November 1st.
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2024 Eclipse Resources
On April 8, 2024, northern Coos will experience a total solar eclipse. Thanks to the support of the Henry and Helen Cormier Fund for Berlin, Jessie B. Cox Fund for Education, and the Neil and Louise Tillotson Fund, NCES, in partnership with WMSI, will provide all students and staff in SAUs 3, 7, 9, 20, 23, 35, 36, 58, 68, 77 & 84 with ISO certified eclipse glasses to safely view the eclipse.
General eclipse information
K-12 Education Resources
Watch this newsletter for announcements on school and/or community workshops about preparing for and viewing the eclipse.
Note: A partial solar eclipse will also occur on Saturday, October 14, 2023.
- Math instruction and tutoring
- Computer and digital literacy
- English Speakers of Other Languages
- Online assessments for HiSet preparation
Call 603-752-1927 or email info@coosae.org for more information.
We Are the North Country
Learn more about the We Are the North Country campaign of the Coos Coalition for Young Children and Families.
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Employment Opportunities in North Country Schools
Find education-related employment opportunities at teachnorth.org.
SmallActs North
The #SmallActs campaign is about neighbors helping neighbors and building communities where #SmallActs are a way of life.
Join in! Do something unexpected and kind for someone. Spread the word. Bring SmallActs to your classroom.
Learn more
North Country Partnership for SEL Practices
View this short video to learn more about NCP4SEL. Follow NCP4SEL on Facebook for more tips, resources, and announcements.
Support the mission of NCES
Your tax deductible donation will support NCES' mission. NCES collaborates with public schools and community partners to support excellent and equitable educational opportunities throughout the North Country.
NCES seeks exceptional educational experiences and realized potential for all students.
NCES believes that thriving schools are at the heart of vibrant communities!
The core values of NCES:
Contact Information
North Country Education Services
300 Gorham Hill Road
Gorham, NH 03581
ncedservices.org
603-466-5437
nces@ncedservices.org
NCES is an equal opportunity employer and provider.
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