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SUMMARY:Inclusion in Early Childhood - On-Demand
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will provide you with a framework for inclusion in the Early Childhood setting starting with the evaluation process and the development of the IEP to address the needs of the child within the early childhood program.  This workshop will provide you with a framework for inclusion in the Early Childhood setting starting with the evaluation process and the development of the IEP to address the needs of the child within the early childhood program.   \nThis on-demand training is presented by Debra K. Wallenberg\, M.Ed.\, OTR/L for your convenience.  You can watch it and take the quiz at a time that fits into your schedule starting August 1\, 2024 through August 31\, 2024.  The deadline to complete this training is August 31\, 2024\, at 10:00p.m.\n \nNote: On August 1st registrants will receive a confirmation email with important instructions to complete this on-demand training.  Participants will receive 1.0 hour of credit for full participation which includes viewing the training in its entirety\, taking the training quiz\, and completing a STAR NET evaluation.   \n 
URL:https://starnetiv.org/event/inclusion-in-early-childhood-on-demand-2/
LOCATION:On-Demand\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Asynchronous Training
ORGANIZER;CN="STAR NET Region IV":MAILTO:dcooper@sccroe50.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241009T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241009T140000
DTSTAMP:20260527T104229
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SUMMARY:October 2024 - Working with Families Of Young Children with IEPs Community of Practice (CoP) - Virtual Meeting Series
DESCRIPTION:This is an opportunity for educators to come together and share ideas on how to support families of young children with disabilities. We share resources and offer support to one another.  This CoP is intended for educators who work with families who have children ages 3-5 with disabilities.\nNote: Approximately three weeks before the CoP meeting\, registrants will receive an email to confirm receipt of their registration request and important instructions that should be viewed prior to the day of the session. \n Presenter(s): Sheri Kraus \nCoP Meeting Date: October 9\, 2024\nLog-In: 12:55 PM – 1:00 PM\nSession: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
URL:https://starnetiv.org/event/september-working-with-families-of-young-children-with-ieps-community-of-practice-cop-virtual-meeting-duplicate-11/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Knowledge,Virtual Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="STAR NET Region IV":MAILTO:dcooper@sccroe50.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241023T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241023T163000
DTSTAMP:20260527T104229
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SUMMARY:October 2024 - New Teacher Cohort - Virtual Meeting Series
DESCRIPTION:Are you a new teacher stepping into the dynamic world of inclusive or blended classrooms? Whether you’re fresh out of training or transitioning from a different teaching environment\, this series of discussions is tailored just for you! Facilitated by seasoned educators and inclusion specialists\, these discussions will cover essential topics including:  *Understanding Inclusive Classroom Models: Gain a solid foundation in the principles and practices of inclusive and blended classrooms\, including strategies for creating an environment where all students can thrive.  *Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP): Learn how to implement DAP effectively in your classroom to meet the diverse needs of all learners\, including those with special needs.  *Writing Effective IEP Goals: Master the art of crafting Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals that are meaningful\, measurable\, and aligned with students’ needs and abilities.  *Data Collection and Progress Monitoring: Explore practical tips and tools for collecting and managing data to track student progress and inform instructional decision-making.  *Activity Modification and Differentiation:  Discover strategies for modifying activities and lesson plans to ensure they are accessible and engaging for all students\, regardless of their abilities or learning styles.  *Core Considerations in Inclusive Education:  Delve into the three core considerations of child development\, individual appropriateness\, and cultural relevance\, and learn how to integrate them into your teaching practice. \nParticipants will engage in facilitated discussions\, sharing tips\, tricks\, and best practices for navigating the challenges and opportunities of inclusive classrooms. You’ll leave feeling empowered and equipped to ensure that your first year in an inclusive classroom is on target! Feel free to attend the sessions that are a good fit for you! You will get one hour of professional development credit for each session you fully attend. \n\nNote: Approximately three weeks before the day of the first webinar session\, registrants will receive an email to confirm receipt of their registration request and important instructions that should be viewed prior to the first session. \nPresenter(s): Angie Darnell and Kate Yount \nWebinar Date(s): October 23\, 2024\nWebinar Log-In: 3:25 PM –  3:30 PM\nWebinar Session(s): 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM\n \nAdditional Session Registration Links:\nJanuary 22nd session\nFebruary 19th session\nMarch 19th session\nApril 30th session
URL:https://starnetiv.org/event/september-2024-new-teacher-cohort-webinar-series-duplicate-1/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting Series\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training,Virtual Meeting,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="STAR NET Region IV":MAILTO:dcooper@sccroe50.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T100000
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SUMMARY:January 2026- Working with Families of Young Children with IEPs Community of Practice (CoP) - Virtual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This is an opportunity for educators to come together and share ideas on how to support families of young children with disabilities. We share resources and offer support to one another. This CoP is intended for educators who work with families who have children ages 3-5 with disabilities.\nNote: Approximately three weeks before the CoP meeting\, registrants will receive an email to confirm receipt of their registration request and important instructions that should be viewed prior to the day of the session. \n Presenter(s): Sheri Kraus \nCoP Meeting Date:  January 14\, 2026\nLog-In: 8:55 AM-  9:00 AM\nSession: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
URL:https://starnetiv.org/event/january-2026-working-with-families-of-young-children-with-ieps-community-of-practice-cop-virtual-meeting-series/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family (Practitioners)
ORGANIZER;CN="STAR NET Region IV":MAILTO:dcooper@sccroe50.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T113000
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SUMMARY:Preschool Pyramid Model Modules Series:  Module 5 Addressing Challenging Behavior Part 2 - In Person - Bond County CUSD 2- Registration
DESCRIPTION:Participants will join in an interactive workshop focused on the Pyramid Model\, a framework designed to promote social-emotional competence and address challenging behaviors in early childhood settings.  Developed on the foundation of decades of research in early childhood development and behavioral psychology\, the Pyramid Model offers practical strategies for creating a nurturing environment where all children can thrive. Exploring the tiers to provide universal strategies to include children with disabilities in the classroom. \nNote: Approximately three weeks before the training\, registrants will receive an email to confirm receipt of their registration request and important instructions that should be viewed prior to the day of the session.
URL:https://starnetiv.org/event/preschool-pyramid-model-modules-series-module-5-addressing-challenging-behavior-part-1-in-person-bond-county-cusd-2-registration-duplicate-1/
LOCATION:GU\, 1106 S. Elm Street\, Greenville\, IL 62246\, 1106 S. Elm Street\, Greenville\, IL\, 62246\, United States
CATEGORIES:Interaction (Practitioners)
ORGANIZER;CN="STAR NET Region IV":MAILTO:dcooper@sccroe50.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260430T163000
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SUMMARY:Five Classroom Wide Practices to Improve Behavior in Inclusive EC Programs - On-Demand
DESCRIPTION:Registration deadline is April 24\, 2026\, at 3:00 pm.  Starting April 1\, 2026\, through April 30\, 2026\, you can watch the training and take the quiz at a time that fits into your schedule.  THIS TRAINING MUST BE COMPLETED BY April 30th at 4:30 pm. \nThis workshop will review the five classroom practices recommended by the Pyramid Consortium to help educators support inclusion of students with challenging behaviors in their developmentally diverse classrooms. This on-demand training is presented by Dr. Sharon Sprague.   \nParticipants will receive 1.0 hour of credit for full participation\, which includes viewing the training in its entirety\, taking the training quiz\, and completing a STAR NET evaluation.   \nNote: Approximately three weeks before the start date\, registrants will receive an email to confirm receipt of their registration request and important instructions that should be viewed prior to starting the training.
URL:https://starnetiv.org/event/five-classroom-wide-practices-to-improve-behavior-in-inclusive-ec-programs-on-demand/
LOCATION:On-Demand\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instruction (Practitioners)
ORGANIZER;CN="STAR NET Region IV":MAILTO:dcooper@sccroe50.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T170000
DTSTAMP:20260527T104229
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SUMMARY:Sundy Spots
DESCRIPTION:join us
URL:https://starnetiv.org/event/sundy-spots/
LOCATION:IL\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="STAR NET Region IV":MAILTO:dcooper@sccroe50.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260902T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261119T123000
DTSTAMP:20260527T104229
CREATED:20260521T143038Z
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SUMMARY:Preschool Pyramid Model of Social Emotional Support Cohort: Comprehensive Series- Tiers 1\, 2 and 3 - Live Webinar Series (Sept.2\, Sept.16\, Sept.30\, Oct.8\, Oct.22\, Nov.5\, Nov.19)
DESCRIPTION:Registration deadline is August 12\, 2026. The Pyramid Model is a scientifically based positive behavioral framework that promotes evidence-based practices to teach social-emotional competencies to all young children. The framework identifies key skills for supporting relationships\, creating learning environments\, teaching targeted social-emotional skills\, and supporting children with challenging behavior. \nRegistrants will view seven learning modules of Pyramid content and the associated lessons with each module on their own. An agenda will be provided to inform participants regarding which lessons will be reflected on during each group-facilitated meeting\, with a focus on reflection and application of the content in the modules. \nCredit for full participation will include 39.5 hours of credit for viewing these eModules and participating in seven group cohort discussions\, each 1 hour in length. No partial credit will be given. Full attendance at each cohort session is required in order to receive credit. \nNote: Approximately three weeks before the first session\, registrants will receive an email to confirm receipt of their registration request and important instructions that should be viewed prior to the day of the session.
URL:https://starnetiv.org/event/preschool-pyramid-model-of-social-emotional-support-cohort-comprehensive-series-tiers-1-2-and-3-live-webinar-series-sept-2-sept-16-sept-30-oct-8-oct-22-nov-5-nov-19/
LOCATION:Live Webinar Series\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instruction (Practitioners)
ORGANIZER;CN="STAR NET Region IV":MAILTO:dcooper@sccroe50.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T153000
DTSTAMP:20260527T104229
CREATED:20260514T124506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T200708Z
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SUMMARY:Book Study: 30 Days to the Co-Taught Classroom by Paula Kluth - Live Webinar Series (Sept.9th\, Sept.23rd\, Oct.14th)
DESCRIPTION:Register by August 21st to have time to sign the commitment form\, receive the book\, and complete the first reading assignment by\nSeptember 9th.  Join us for a facilitated book study\, 30 Days to the Co-Taught Classroom by Dr. Paula Kluth and Dr.  Julie Causton.  This book is full of tips\, ideas\, and strategies to help you in your co-teaching journey!  We will all read about 80 pages before the first meeting and between each of the other meetings.  There are many practical strategies for you to try between each meeting\, too!  The first 30 people who commit to joining us will receive a free book\, courtesy of Early CHOICES! \nThis training is in collaboration with Early CHOICES and Harmony 175.
URL:https://starnetiv.org/event/book-study-30-days-to-the-co-taught-classroom-by-paula-kluth-live-webinar/
LOCATION:Book Study – Online Webinar Series\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Teaming and Collaboration (Practitioners)
ORGANIZER;CN="STAR NET Region IV":MAILTO:dcooper@sccroe50.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261119T123000
DTSTAMP:20260527T104229
CREATED:20260519T190906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T141643Z
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SUMMARY:Preschool Pyramid Model of Social Emotional Support Cohort Series:  Tiers 2 and 3 - Live Webinar Series (Oct.8th\, Oct.22\, Nov.5th\, Nov.19th)
DESCRIPTION:Deadline to register is September 17\, 2026.  Completion of the Tier 1 training is a prerequisite.\nThe Pyramid Model is a scientifically based positive behavioral framework that promotes evidence-based practices to teach social-emotional competencies to all young children. The framework identifies key skills for supporting relationships\, creating learning environments\, teaching targeted social-emotional skills\, and supporting children with challenging behavior. This workshop provides an in-depth look at Tiers 2 and 3 of the Pyramid Model. Participants will learn essential strategies for fostering friendship skills\, emotional literacy\, self-regulation\, and problem-solving in young learners; Discover how to tailor instruction for children requiring targeted support through systematic teaching\, peer-mediated interventions\, embedded learning\, and progress monitoring; Gain insight into understanding and responding to challenging behaviors\, de-escalation techniques\, bias awareness\, and the development of effective behavior support plans; and Explore the structured steps of PTR-YC\, a manualized process for conducting functional behavioral assessments and implementing individualized behavior support plans. \nCredit for full participation will include 15 Hours of credit for viewing the eMods and participating in group cohort discussions 4 hours in length.  No partial credit will be given.  Full attendance at each cohort is required in order to receive the full 19 hours of credit. \nNote: Approximately three weeks before the first session\, registrants will receive an email to confirm receipt of their registration request and important instructions that should be viewed prior to the day of the session.
URL:https://starnetiv.org/event/preschool-pyramid-model-of-social-emotional-support-cohort-series-tiers-2-3-live-webinar-series-oct-8th-oct-22-nov-5th-nov-19th/
LOCATION:Live Webinar Series\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instruction (Practitioners)
ORGANIZER;CN="STAR NET Region IV":MAILTO:dcooper@sccroe50.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261207T150000
DTSTAMP:20260527T104229
CREATED:20260520T133210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T140756Z
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SUMMARY:Every Child in the Story: Inclusive Read-Alouds for Preschool Classrooms - In Person
DESCRIPTION:This interactive workshop uses the children’s books Daniel’s Good Day\, Jabari Jumps\, and The Rabbit Listened to explore how to create inclusive\, engaging read-aloud experiences in preschool classrooms. Participants will learn practical strategies to support children with disabilities\, including visual supports\, language scaffolds\, and social-emotional connections. Teachers will plan\, practice\, and create materials they can immediately use to increase access\, participation\, and a sense of belonging for all learners. \nNote: Approximately three weeks before the training\, registrants will receive an email to confirm receipt of their registration request and important instructions that should be viewed prior to the day of the session.
URL:https://starnetiv.org/event/every-child-in-the-story-inclusive-read-alouds-for-preschool-classrooms-in-person/
LOCATION:St. Clair County Regional Ofice of Educaiton\, Belleville\, IL\, 1000 South Illinois Street\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instruction (Practitioners)
ORGANIZER;CN="STAR NET Region IV":MAILTO:dcooper@sccroe50.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270127T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270421T163000
DTSTAMP:20260527T104229
CREATED:20260520T144747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T141205Z
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SUMMARY:Preschool Pyramid Model of Social Emotional Support Cohort: Comprehensive Series- Tiers 1\, 2 and 3 - Live Webinar Series (Jan.27th\, Feb.10th\, Feb.24th\, March 10th\, March 17th\, April 7th\, April 21st)
DESCRIPTION:Registration deadline is January 6\, 2027.  The Pyramid Model is a scientifically based positive behavioral framework that promotes evidence-based practices to teach social-emotional competencies to all young children. The framework identifies key skills for supporting relationships\, creating learning environments\, teaching targeted social-emotional skills\, and supporting children with challenging behavior. Registrants will view seven learning modules of Pyramid content and the associated lessons with each module on their own. An agenda will be provided to inform participants regarding which lessons will be reflected on during each group-facilitated meeting\, with a focus on reflection and application of the content in the modules. \nCredit for full participation will include 36 hours of credit for viewing these eModules and participating in seven group cohort discussions\, each 1 hour in length. No partial credit will be given. Full attendance at each cohort session is required in order to receive credit.  \nNote: Approximately three weeks before the first session\, registrants will receive an email to confirm receipt of their registration request and important instructions that should be viewed prior to the day of the session.
URL:https://starnetiv.org/event/preschool-pyramid-model-of-social-emotional-support-cohort-comprehensive-series-tiers-1-2-and-3-live-webinar-series/
LOCATION:Live Webinar Series\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instruction (Practitioners)
ORGANIZER;CN="STAR NET Region IV":MAILTO:dcooper@sccroe50.org
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