NJ State Convention Workshops 2020
2020 NJ State Convention Workshops
Dr. Nora Pollard, First Vice-President, EEC Chair/Program of Work
The EEC/Program of Work Committee received so many excellent proposals for workshops for the 2020 Convention it was a difficult to select the few for which we had space. After a great deal of discussion and debate, the committee made their selections and we hope you are excited about these fantastic selections.
While there are two book discussion workshops being offered, we are asking that you only register for one so that more members can be accommodated. The earlier you register, the better chance you have of getting your first choices for workshops. Please be sure to take the time to complete the workshop evaluation at the conclusion of each workshop. The information you provided last year was instrumental in helping us plan this year’s convention. We thank you in advance for every suggestion and recommendation.
Dr. Nora Pollard, First Vice-President, EEC Chair/Program of Work
The EEC/Program of Work Committee received so many excellent proposals for workshops for the 2020 Convention it was a difficult to select the few for which we had space. After a great deal of discussion and debate, the committee made their selections and we hope you are excited about these fantastic selections.
While there are two book discussion workshops being offered, we are asking that you only register for one so that more members can be accommodated. The earlier you register, the better chance you have of getting your first choices for workshops. Please be sure to take the time to complete the workshop evaluation at the conclusion of each workshop. The information you provided last year was instrumental in helping us plan this year’s convention. We thank you in advance for every suggestion and recommendation.
Saturday Morning (10:30-11:45 AM) Workshops
Presenter: Darci Erickson (Eta)
Workshop Title: Financial Wellness: Is your financial house weatherproof?
Workshop Description: This workshop intends to provide a working understanding of the key concepts of how to become financially bulletproof. The audience will get an understanding of several key principles about how money works and the significance of knowing how much money is required for retirement. Each participant will receive a voucher for a complementary financial needs analysis.
Target Audience: All
Presenter: Gail Starr (Omicron)
Workshop Title: An Introduction to Sign Language
Workshop Description: This workshop is designed for anyone looking to acquire some beginning sign language skills. The signs learned at this workshop can be applied to enhance communication and/or literacy skills with children both in and out of the classroom. They can also be used with adults with compromised auditory and/or verbal skills. This workshop will focus on signs related to people, home, school, and food. Participants will receive a booklet with approximately 60 sign language illustrations as a reference.
Target Audience: All
Presenter: Susan Muniz (Lambda)
Workshop Title: CBD: What’s all the fuss about?
Workshop Description: This is an educational overview of the Hemp products of CBD and CBDa with minimal or no THC. Participants will learn about the benefits of CBD products for people and pets and the science behind the CBD claims. This workshop is not meant to be a political discussion about legalizing marijuana but a glimpse into the world of CBD and how it has helped millions of people.
Target Audience: All
Presenter: Argine Safari (Alpha)
Workshop Title: Adventures of a Fulbright Scholar in Finland
Workshop Description: Argine Safari spent 6 months in Finland conducting educational research and learning about the best teaching practices in Finland as one of nine Fulbright Distinguished Teachers from the US. In this workshop participants will learn about her experiences, as she will share pictures, videos, and stories from her numerous visits to schools, universities, and other educational institutions not only in Finland, but also in Russia, Germany, and France. The is an interactive presentation with a lot of interesting stories!
Target Audience: All
Book Discussion Leader: Kate Zimmerbaum (Rho)
Workshop Title: Where the Crawdads Sing
Workshop Description: Discussion of book
Target Audience: ALL
Workshop Title: Financial Wellness: Is your financial house weatherproof?
Workshop Description: This workshop intends to provide a working understanding of the key concepts of how to become financially bulletproof. The audience will get an understanding of several key principles about how money works and the significance of knowing how much money is required for retirement. Each participant will receive a voucher for a complementary financial needs analysis.
Target Audience: All
Presenter: Gail Starr (Omicron)
Workshop Title: An Introduction to Sign Language
Workshop Description: This workshop is designed for anyone looking to acquire some beginning sign language skills. The signs learned at this workshop can be applied to enhance communication and/or literacy skills with children both in and out of the classroom. They can also be used with adults with compromised auditory and/or verbal skills. This workshop will focus on signs related to people, home, school, and food. Participants will receive a booklet with approximately 60 sign language illustrations as a reference.
Target Audience: All
Presenter: Susan Muniz (Lambda)
Workshop Title: CBD: What’s all the fuss about?
Workshop Description: This is an educational overview of the Hemp products of CBD and CBDa with minimal or no THC. Participants will learn about the benefits of CBD products for people and pets and the science behind the CBD claims. This workshop is not meant to be a political discussion about legalizing marijuana but a glimpse into the world of CBD and how it has helped millions of people.
Target Audience: All
Presenter: Argine Safari (Alpha)
Workshop Title: Adventures of a Fulbright Scholar in Finland
Workshop Description: Argine Safari spent 6 months in Finland conducting educational research and learning about the best teaching practices in Finland as one of nine Fulbright Distinguished Teachers from the US. In this workshop participants will learn about her experiences, as she will share pictures, videos, and stories from her numerous visits to schools, universities, and other educational institutions not only in Finland, but also in Russia, Germany, and France. The is an interactive presentation with a lot of interesting stories!
Target Audience: All
Book Discussion Leader: Kate Zimmerbaum (Rho)
Workshop Title: Where the Crawdads Sing
Workshop Description: Discussion of book
Target Audience: ALL
Saturday Afternoon (2:30-3:45 PM) Workshops
Presenter: Patti Rahn (Omicron)
Workshop Title: Experience Antarctica
Workshop Description: Experience a trip to the bottom of the world with a presentation that details a journey to Antarctica. This presentation will take participants on a journey that starts in Buenos Aries, Argentina, and concludes with amazing pictures of the animals (lots of penguins), birds, seals, glaciers, and spectacular views of this most unique continent.
Target Audience: All
Presenter: Schuyler McClain (Sigma)
Workshop Title: Weaving on a Cardboard Loom
Workshop Description: The workshop will teach you how to weave on a cardboard loom. After participating in this session you will be able teach your students, children, grandchildren, etc. this easy, fun craft. The presenter will provide most of the supplies, but if you have them please bring scissors; yarn (or scraps of yarn), lace, ribbon; dried flowers or grasses, and/or beads.
Target Audience: All
Presenter: Dr. Amy Fratz (Pi)
Workshop Title: Navigating the Education Maze
Workshop Description: Parents (grandparents, friends, etc.) and educators want to do what is best for children. When a child has a disability, navigating the education maze is complicated and confusing. This workshop will shed light on the world of education to help you determine supports and access school resources for children with learning and/or behavioral needs. Participants will receive information relating to early intervention, Section 504 accommodations, and special education services. Yar are not alone and knowing how to navigate the educational system will allow you to advocate more effectively for children.
Target Audience: All
Presenters: Rosey Thompson (Eta) and Julie Schulin (Eta)
Workshop Title: Dyslexia: Debunking the myths and teaching a different brain
Workshop Description: The presenters will explain the basics of Dyslexia using research-based data to dispel the more common myths that are plaguing today’s schools. They will share their knowledge and experiences working directly with children who are/were diagnosed with dyslexia by exposing the audience to the multi-sensory teaching approach/method know as Orton-Gillingham.
Target Audience: All
Presenter: Michele Klamerus (Theta)
Workshop Title: Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying: All you need to know
Workshop Description: This workshop will provide participants with a working understanding of the HIB laws and how they are utilized in schools. The audience will get an understanding of the laws, procedures, mediations, characteristics of both the bully and target, as well as what parents and bystanders can do to help.
Book Discussion Leader: Wilhelmina Bryant (Lambda)
Workshop Title: Educated
Workshop Description: Discussion of book
Target Audience: All
Workshop Title: Experience Antarctica
Workshop Description: Experience a trip to the bottom of the world with a presentation that details a journey to Antarctica. This presentation will take participants on a journey that starts in Buenos Aries, Argentina, and concludes with amazing pictures of the animals (lots of penguins), birds, seals, glaciers, and spectacular views of this most unique continent.
Target Audience: All
Presenter: Schuyler McClain (Sigma)
Workshop Title: Weaving on a Cardboard Loom
Workshop Description: The workshop will teach you how to weave on a cardboard loom. After participating in this session you will be able teach your students, children, grandchildren, etc. this easy, fun craft. The presenter will provide most of the supplies, but if you have them please bring scissors; yarn (or scraps of yarn), lace, ribbon; dried flowers or grasses, and/or beads.
Target Audience: All
Presenter: Dr. Amy Fratz (Pi)
Workshop Title: Navigating the Education Maze
Workshop Description: Parents (grandparents, friends, etc.) and educators want to do what is best for children. When a child has a disability, navigating the education maze is complicated and confusing. This workshop will shed light on the world of education to help you determine supports and access school resources for children with learning and/or behavioral needs. Participants will receive information relating to early intervention, Section 504 accommodations, and special education services. Yar are not alone and knowing how to navigate the educational system will allow you to advocate more effectively for children.
Target Audience: All
Presenters: Rosey Thompson (Eta) and Julie Schulin (Eta)
Workshop Title: Dyslexia: Debunking the myths and teaching a different brain
Workshop Description: The presenters will explain the basics of Dyslexia using research-based data to dispel the more common myths that are plaguing today’s schools. They will share their knowledge and experiences working directly with children who are/were diagnosed with dyslexia by exposing the audience to the multi-sensory teaching approach/method know as Orton-Gillingham.
Target Audience: All
Presenter: Michele Klamerus (Theta)
Workshop Title: Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying: All you need to know
Workshop Description: This workshop will provide participants with a working understanding of the HIB laws and how they are utilized in schools. The audience will get an understanding of the laws, procedures, mediations, characteristics of both the bully and target, as well as what parents and bystanders can do to help.
Book Discussion Leader: Wilhelmina Bryant (Lambda)
Workshop Title: Educated
Workshop Description: Discussion of book
Target Audience: All
