Puget Sound ESD offers a wide range of professional development courses for teachers, administrators, paraeducators and classified staff. Below are descriptions of upcoming workshops and classes. Each listing includes a link to our class database and keywords to assist with finding the class in our database.

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ASIST - Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training
March 25 & 26, 2008; 8:30-4:30
Registration Deadline: March 10, 2008
PSESD #: SH6417
Most suicidal behaviors can be prevented if caregivers are trained to recognize the warning signs and respond effectively. This workshop is a skills-based training program dedicated to the prevention of suicide. Participants will have opportunities to practice skills in role-play simulations and to engage in highly interactive discussions. Sponsored by PSESD's Prevention Center and the Youth Suicide Prevention Program.

Instructors: Sue Eastgard and Renee Arcement. Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $150. Clock Hours/Credit: 14 clock hours, $28; 1 SPU credit, $40. Audience: Counselors, school nurses, mental health counselors, home and family life teachers, others. Prerequisite(s): Participants must plan to attend both days. For more information: Karen Baker, (425) 917-7816, (253) 778-7816, or 1-800-664-4549, x7816, kbaker@psesd.org.

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Issues of Abuse: What the Educator Needs to Know
May 6, 13 & 20, 2008; 4:30-8:00
Registration Deadline: April 22, 2008
PSESD #: SH6418

June 23 & 24, 2008; 8:30-3:30 (23rd) & 8:30-12:30 (24th)
Registration Deadline: June 9, 2008
PSESD #: SH6420

This course meets the Issues of Abuse requirement for a continuing certificate after August 31, 1992 (WAC 181-79A-030). Participants will gain the perspective needed to identify and assist children in the school setting who have been sexually, emotionally or physically abused/neglected or who are substance abusers or at-risk for substance abuse. Please register early. LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE. This workshop is sponsored by the Puget Sound ESD Prevention Center

Instructors: Ruth Harms & Jill Patnode. Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $115. Clock Hours/Credit: 10 clock hours, $20; 1 SPU credit, $40. Audience: K-12 staff. For more information: Karen Baker, (425) 917-7816, (253) 778-7816, or 1-800-664-4549, x7816, kbaker@psesd.org.

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Mentor Professional Development: Planning and Designing Professional Development for Teachers
May 6 & 7, 2008; 8:30-3:30
Registration Deadline: April 29, 2008
PSESD #: SD7MPDS4
This training brings mentors and coaches together to learn mentoring skills and strategies, standard practices of formative assessment, and to develop the sense of greater purpose and mission. Learn principles of adult learning, use a conceptual framework for designing staff development, and use the data of mentor and beginning teacher practice to refine an induction program. This is last session of a four-part mentor professional development series.

Instructor: Gerri Acers. Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $250. Clock Hours/Credit: 12 clock hours, $20; 1 SU credit, $35. For more information: Julie Rolling, (425) 917-7806, (253) 778-7806, or 1-800-664-4549, x7806, jrolling@psesd.org.

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Mediating Thinking in Math: Bringing Students to Standard
July 16-18, 2008; 8:30-3:30
Registration Deadline: July 1, 2008
PSESD #: SD7MM
Participants will learn and practice techniques to mediate thinking in mathematics, deepen understanding about the importance of metacognition in problem-solving, and acquire questioning strategies to improve student performance in mathematics.

Course Objectives:

• To internalize an understanding of the content and process strands of math.
• To learn techniques for teaching math concepts.
• To develop repertoire in using questioning strategies to mediate thinking.
• To learn protocols for strengthening lessons, improving instruction, and supporting student performance.

Session Topics:

• Day 1 - Review math standards, learn questioning strategies, contrast math story problems with problem-solving.
• Day 2 - Content strands, concept strands, math vocabulary .
• Day 3 - Application of key learnings, differentiation, lesson tuning protocol.

Instructor: Nancy Skerritt & Emilie Hard. Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $325. Clock Hours/Credit: 18 clock hours, $36; 2 SPU credits, $80. Audience: K-6 Educators. Miscellaneous: Registration fee includes a light breakfast, lunch and class materials. For more information: Claudine Rode, (425) 917-7815, (253) 778-7815, or 1-800-664-4549, x7815, crode@psesd.org.

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Reader's Workshop
July 23-25, 2008; 8:30-3:30
Registration Deadline: July 1, 2008
PSESD #: SD7RW
Learn to use the Reader's Workshop approach in which thinking skills are emphasized to develop reading comprehension. Reader's Workshop provides an opportunity for all students to self-select materials at their instructional level in order to learn the skills and strategies of successful readers as outlined in the Reading EALRs. While the overall goal is to instill a love of reading, the Reader's Workshop approach allows the teacher to individualize reading instruction through conferences, literature circles, response journals, book projects, and skill lessons focusing on vocabulary and reading comprehension strategies. A variety of assessments will be modeled. Participants will engage in a simulated reader's workshop and will self-select a reader's workshop book to use in their classrooms.

Instructor: Nancy Skerritt & Emilie Hard. Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $350. Clock Hours/Credit: 18 clock hours, $36; 2 SPU credits, $80. Audience: Grades 3-8 educators and administrators. Miscellaneous: Registration fee includes a light breakfast, lunch and class materials. For more information: Claudine Rode, (425) 917-7815, (253) 778-7815, or 1-800-664-4549, x7815, crode@psesd.org.

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Ready, Set, Goals 1-4 Conference: The Heart of Education
July 29-31, 2008; 8:00-4:15
Registration Deadline: July 1, 2008
PSESD #: SD7RSG
Learn from local practitioners and nationally recognized leaders who are implementing strategies that are matched to the Washington State Learning Goals! This year's conference focuses on the Heart of Education and features keynote speaker Raymond Reyes, associate vice president of diversity at Gonzaga University. In addition, there are several outstanding breakout sessions presented by some of the top educators in our state. Topics include kindergarten, reading comprehension strategies, math concepts, differentiating instruction, working with autistic students, classroom management, sign language, classroom-based assessments, cultural competence/awareness, science, building resilient students, arts in the classroom, ELL instructional strategies, technology integration and more.This conference fills quickly, so register early!

Instructors: Various. Location: Hazen High School. Fee: $240. Clock Hours/Credit: 20 clock hours, $40; 2 SU credits, $70. Audience: K-6 educators, paraeducators, ESL tutors, special educators, staff and parents. For more information: Claudine Rode, (425) 917-7815, (253) 778-7815, or 1-800-664-4549, x7815, crode@psesd.org.

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Aspects of ADD/ADHD April 2 , 2008; 4:30-7:45
Registration Deadline: March 26, 2008
PSESD #: PA07ADD
This session will help the participant to better understand how the mind/brain works, differences in the brain with Attention Deficit Disorder, and to explore the implications of the research for students including how they learn and what you can do to increase their understanding and ability to use what they are learning, how to structure instructional activities, and your own brain health and learning.

Instructors: Cathy Gangstad. Location: Tukwila School District, TBD. Fee: $10 per person for paras or para/teacher teams; teacher only, $75. Clock Hours/Credit: 3 clock hours, $10. Audience: Paraeducators and para/teacher teams. Miscellaneous: Competencies 10 & 11. For more information: Paraeducator Program, (425) 917-7844, (253) 778-7844, or 1-800-664-4549, x7844.

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Supporting Student Understanding and Skills with Whole Number Operations & Basic Facts
April 15, 2008; 4:30-7:45
Registration Deadline: April 7, 2008
PSESD #: PA07MATH1
Arithmetic may seem like an old-fashioned word, but the related concepts and skills are not! I We work to support student learning of basic number operations and combinations. This hands-on, interactive workshop will introduce and explore instructional activities that lead students to develop fluency, flexibility, and accuracy with numerical skills.

Instructor: Pam Boldrin. Location: Fife School District. Fee: Para/teacher teams, $10; Others, $40. Audience: Paraeducators, teachers, para/teacher teams. Clock Hours/Credit: 3 clock hours, $10. Miscelleaneous: Competencies 9, 10, & 11. For more information: Marci Meehan, (425) 917-7844, (253) 778-7844, or 1-800-664-4549, x7844, mmeehan@psesd.org

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Behavior Management in the Classroom
April 16, 2008; 4:30-7:45
Registration Deadline: April 9, 2008
PSESD #: PA07BEHV2
This class will explore behaviors that reinforce or provoke misbehavior in students. We will cover six critical life messages and how they impact students behavioral choices. Specific classroom rules and effective reinforcements/consequences that positively impact student behavior will be covered. Participants will learn behavior management strategies for kids with “oppositional behavior” - kids who don't fit the mold. This workshop will explore the development and implementation of a positive behavior intervention plan and various kinds of data systems that staff might consider using to document student progress.

Instructor: Phyllis Gamas. Location: Tukwila School District, TBD. Fee: Para/teacher teams, $10; Others, $40. Audience: Paraeducators and teachers. Clock Hours/Credit: 3 clock hours, $10. Miscelleaneous: Competencies 6 & 11. For more information: Marci Meehan, (425) 917-7844, (253) 778-7844, or 1-800-664-4549, x7844, mmeehan@psesd.org

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Paraeducator Reading Institute
April 17 & 24, and May 1 & 8, 2008; 4:30-7:45
Registration Deadline: April 10, 2008
PSESD #: PA07PREAD1
Gain essential knowledge and tools to effectively instruct students in the five components of effective reading: phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary and comprehension. This training will provide the foundation of a proven, researched-based system of teaching. Instruction and materials that show paraeducators exactly what and how to teach will ensure that they are well qualified to implement structured reading programs and assist classroom teachers with students who are at risk in reading and spelling. This training is based on "ParaReading," a LETRS supplemental module.

Instructor: Carolyn Armstrong. Location: Tacoma SD Professional Development Center. Fee: Paras and para/teacher teams, $10 per person; others $75. Clock Hours/Credit: 12 clock hours, $24; 1 credit, $35. Audience: Paraeducators and teachers. Miscellaneous: Competencies 6 & 11. For more information: Marci Meehan, (425) 917-7844, (253) 778-7844, or 1-800-664-4549, x7844, mmeehan@psesd.org

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Introductory Level Training for Paraeducator Competencies 7-11 & 13 April 19, 2008; 8:30-3:30
Registration Deadline: April 19, 2008
PSESD #: PA07COMP5
This training will address core competencies 7-11 and 13 for paraeducators working with students with disabilities. This informative and fun class will address legal issues, diversity, effective instruction overview, strategies for working in small groups and in content area classes, motivation, data collection techniques, and guidelines for assistive technology.

Instructor: Phyllis Gamas. Location: Fife School District. Fee: Paras and para/teacher teams, $30 per person; others $65. Clock Hours/Credit: 6 clock hours, $12. Audience: Paraeducators and para/teacher teams. For more information: Marci Meehan, (425) 917-7844, (253) 778-7844, or 1-800-664-4549, x7844, mmeehan@psesd.org

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Behavior Management in the Classroom
April 22, 2008; 4:30-7:45
Registration Deadline: April 14, 2008 PSESD #: PA07BEHV4
This class will explore behaviors that reinforce or provoke misbehavior in students. We will cover six critical life messages and how they impact students behavioral choices. Specific classroom rules and effective reinforcements/consequences thatpositively impact student behavior will be covered. Participants will learn behavior management strategies for kids with “oppositional behavior” - kids who don't fit the mold. An additional focus of this workshop will explore the development and implementation of a Positive Behavior Intervention Plan and various kinds of data systems that staff might consider using to document student progress.

Instructor: Phyllis Gamas. Location: Fife School District. Fee: Para/teacherteams, $10; Others, $40. Audience: Paraeducators and teachers. Clock Hours/Credit: 3 clock hours, $10. Miscelleaneous: Competencies 6 & 11. For more information: Marci Meehan, (425) 917-7844, (253) 778-7844, or 1-800-664-4549, x7844, mmeehan@psesd.org

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Avoiding Power Struggles: Working with Oppositional StudentsWho Hook Us April 30, 2008; 4:30-7:45
Registration Deadline: April 24, 2008
PSESD #: PA07BEHV3
This workshop will help you learn additional strategies for reducing misbehavior and increasing student responsibility and motivation. Strategies and techniques for improving a wide range of problem behaviors including disrespect, arguing, work completion, and verbal/physical aggression will be discussed.

Instructor: Phyllis Gamas. Location: Tukwila School District. Fee: Para/teacher teams, $10; Others, $40. Audience: Paraeducators and teachers. Clock Hours/Credit: 3 clock hours, $10. Miscelleaneous: Competencies 6 & 11. For more information: Marci Meehan, (425) 917-7844, (253) 778-7844, or 1-800-664-4549, x7844, mmeehan@psesd.org

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Introductory Level Training for Paraeducator Competencies 1-6 May 10, 2008; 8:30-3:30
Registration Deadline: May 2, 2008 PSESD #: PA07COMP6
This class is designed to meet the six-hour paraeducator training recommended by OSPI for paraeducators working with students who have disabilities (WAC392-172-200). This introduction will raise the participant's awareness level of the first six Washington State Core Competencies for Paraeducators.

Instructor: Beverly Mathews. Location: Fife School District. Fee: Paras and para/teacher teams, $30 per person; others $65. Clock Hours/Credit: 6 clock hours, $12. Audience: Paraeducators and para/teacher teams. For more information: Marci Meehan, (425) 917-7844, (253) 778-7844, or 1-800-664-4549,x7844, mmeehan@psesd.org

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Autism - Social Stories & More!
May 13, 2008; 4:30-7:45
Registration Deadline: May 6, 2008
PSESD #: PA07AUT4
Explore the reasoning behind social stories and other similar tools used to create, teach, and support positive social skills and behaviors in students who have Autism Spectrum Disorders. Learn to create your own social stories around topics of your choice, how to teach skills with them and strategically place them in the learning environment to produce the best outcome. We will briefly explore other methods such as social scripting and communication support with augmentative systems and/or assistive technology.

Instructor: Vanessa Tucker. Location: Fife School District. Fee: Paras and para/teacher teams, $10 per person; others $75. Clock Hours/Credit: 3 clock hours, $10. Audience: Paraeducators and para/teacher teams. For more information: Marci Meehan, (425) 917-7844, (253) 778-7844, or 1-800-664-4549, x7844, mmeehan@psesd.org

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Instructor: DeAnn Wood-Sellers. Location: Tacoma School District Professional Development Center. Fee: Paras and para/teacher teams, $30/person; others $75. Clock Hours/Credit: 6 clock hours, $12. Audience: Paraeducators and para/teacher teams. For more information: Marci Meehan, (425) 917-7844, (253) 778-7844, or 1-800-664-4549, x7844, mmeehan@psesd.org

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Measurement Concepts: Time & Money
May 15, 2008; 4:30-7:45
Registration Deadline: May 7, 2008
PSESD #: PA07MATH2
Which is more valuable: time or money? It usually depends on the situation...except in the case of our students! Efficiency and accuracy with both are essential in life and require important math skills.This session will provide instructional strategies and activities that support student understanding of math concepts that are related to time and money.

Instructor: Pam Boldrin. Location: Fife School District. Fee: $10. Clock Hours/Credit: 3 clock hours, $10. Audience: Paraeducators and para/teacher teams. For more information: Marci Meehan, (425) 917-7844, (253) 778-7844, or 1-800-664-4549, x7844, mmeehan@psesd.org

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ETS ParaProfessional Assessment
June 9 , 2008; 4:15-6:45
Registration Deadline: June 3, 2008
PSESD #: PA07ETS10
This electronic version of the ETS Paraprofessional Assessment is one of the options for individuals to meet the No Child Left Behind Title I Paraeducator Requirement. The assessment consists of 90 multiple choice questions, 30 in each of the following subjects: reading, writing, and math. No test taker will be admitted after online access has begun. Individuals must score 461 or higher to pass the assessment.

Instructor: Online. Location: Renton School District, Kohlwes Ed. Center. Fee: $80. Audience: Paraeducators. For more information: Marci Meehan, (425) 917-7844, (253) 778-7844, or 1-800-664-4549, x7844, mmeehan@psesd.org

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Powerpoint Workshop for Teachers and Librarians: Level 1
April 17, 2008; 9:00-4:00
Registration Deadline: April 7, 2008
PSESD #: TM8847
This hands-on workshop is for those who want to learn the basic steps of creating a colorful, dynamic presentation for classroom projects. Layout and design; making transitions; and inserting charts, graphics and pictures will be covered. Educators wanting to make more use of technology in their classroom will find this course extremely useful. This class is intended for beginning PowerPoint users and is based on Tom Snyder's book, PowerPoint Workshop for Teachers.

Instructor: Ann McLean. Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $150. Clock Hours/Credit: 6 clock hours, $12; or complete both Level 1 (TM8847) and Level 2 (TM8848) for 1 SPU credit, $40. Audience: K-12 teachers, librarians and interested educators. Prerequisite(s): Computer literate and internet savvy. Miscellaneous: Required text for class "Powerpoint for Teachers" by Tom Snyder, is included in the course fee. For more information: Janet Hinrichs, (425) 917-7930, (253) 778-7930, or 1-800-664-4549, x7930, jhinrichs@psesd.org

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Instructor: Ann McLean. Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $120. Clock Hours/Credit: 6 clock hours, $12; or complete both Level 1 (TM8847) and Level 2 (TM8848) for 1 SPU credit, $40. Audience: K-12 teachers, librarians and interested educators. Prerequisite(s): Powerpoint Workshop for Teachers and Librarians: Level 1. Miscellaneous: Required text for class "Powerpoint for Teachers" by Tom Snyder. If you do not have this book, add $30 materials fee when registering for class. For more information: Janet Hinrichs, (425) 917-7930, (253) 778-7930, or 1-800-664-4549, x7930, jhinrichs@psesd.org

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T3: Intro to Adobe Illustrator
April 23 & 24, 2008; 4:30-7:30
Registration Deadline: April 21, 2008
PSESD #: TM8856
Adobe Illustrator is a vector graphics draw program. Vector graphics are the key to creating high quality computer generated graphics. Get the most out of your printed projects. Learn the basic tools for creating sophisticated artwork and text and use your own designs to create custom high quality visual aids for your classroom environment. This course is part of the T3-Train the Teachers Project, supported by a generous grant from the Adobe Foundation Fund and Community Foundation Silicon Valley.

Instructors: Quinton Woo, Conn McQuinn. Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $10. Clock Hours/Credit: 6 clock hours, $12. Audience: All. Prerequisite(s): Basic Knowledge of computers. Miscellaneous: Optional: bring your own graphics or photographs to edit in class. For more information: Janet Hinrichs, (425) 917-7930, (253) 778-7930, or 1-800-664-4549, x7930, jhinrichs@psesd.org

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T3: Classroom Documentaries with Adobe Premiere Elements
April 26, 2008; 8:30-3:30
Registration Deadline: April 20, 2008
PSESD #: TM8840
In this introductory class, you will learn digital video terminology, explore the Premiere Elements interface, and use tools to create transitions, titles, and perform basic editing functions all while creating a short documentary. This class will also cover creating a DVD and exporting video to the web. Participants will be provided with a web-based tutorial they can use in their classroom or for staff development.

This course is part of the T3-Train the Teachers Project, supported by a generous grant from the Adobe Foundation Fund and Community Foundation Silicon Valley.

Instructors: Joe Dockery, Conn McQuinn. Location: Mount Si High School. Fee: $10. Clock Hours/Credit: 6 clock hours, $12. Audience: All. Prerequisite(s): Basic Knowledge of computers. Miscellaneous: Participants will be provided with a web-based tutorial they can use in their classroom or for staff development. For more information: Janet Hinrichs, (425) 917-7930, (253) 778-7930, or 1-800-664-4549, x7930, jhinrichs@psesd.org

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T3: Introduction to Adobe Premiere Pro
May 3, 2008; 8:30-3:30
Registration Deadline: April 28, 2008
PSESD #: TM8841
In this introductory class, learn how to edit video like a pro with Adobe Premiere Pro. This class will give you all the skills you need to start editing video, including adding titles and music. You will leave with a DVD of tutorials and sample files to use in your classroom.

This course is part of the T3-Train the Teachers Project, supported by a generous grant from the Adobe Foundation Fund and Community Foundation Silicon Valley.

Instructors: Joe Dockery, Conn McQuinn. Location: Mount Si High School. Fee: $10. Clock Hours/Credit: 6 clock hours, $12. Audience: All. Prerequisite(s): Basic Knowledge of computers. Miscellaneous: Students will leave with a DVD of tutorials and sample files to use in their classroom. For more information: Janet Hinrichs, (425) 917-7930, (253) 778-7930, or 1-800-664-4549, x7930, jhinrichs@psesd.org

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I.T. Disaster Recovery Workshop
May 14, 2008; 8:30-3:30
Registration Deadline: April 30, 2008
PSESD #: TM8844

June 4, 2008; 8:30-3:30
Registration Deadline: May 21, 2008
PSESD #: TM8845

July 9, 2008; 8:30-3:30
Registration Deadline: June 24, 2008
PSESD #: TM8846

Learn the fundamentals of developing an action plan to recover critical information technology assets such as systems, applications, databases, storage and network assets; and to resume critical functions and processes. Each attendee will receive a special USB flash drive to put critical information on–drives that literally require a personal thumbprint to unlock–so attendees can carry their critical information with them at all times, safely and securely.

Instructors: April Johnson. Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $145. Clock Hours/Credit: 6 clock hours, $12. Audience: Information technology managers and staff, district administrators, and media archive managers. Miscellaneous: Course fee includes materials. Participants are encouraged to bring their own laptops, but computers will be available for those unable to bring one. For more information: Janet Hinrichs, (425) 917-7930, (253) 778-7930, or 1-800-664-4549, x7930, jhinrichs@psesd.org

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T3: Adobe Photoshop Elements Institute (20 hr)
June 23-26, 2008; 8:30-2:30
Registration Deadline: June 18, 2008
PSESD #: TM8852
Photoshop Elements is a less-expensive, easier-to-use version of the professional Photoshop program. Discover how you can use this exciting image-editing software to transform your scanned or digital photographs into dazzling images, and explore activities that will excite and challenge your students. This workshop will cover a variety of ways to manipulate images through image adjustments, selection tools, basic layers, filters, text, layer styles, adjustment layers, and more. Participants will then explore and develop projects Including creating classroom materials, custom graphics from scratch, PowerPoint templates, and simple animations. You are encouraged to bring your own images to use.

This course is part of the T3-Train the Teachers Project, supported by a generous grant from the Adobe Foundation Fund and Community Foundation Silicon Valley.

Instructors: Conn McQuinn. Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $20. Clock Hours/Credit: 20 clock hours, $40; 2 SPU credits, $80. Audience: K-12 educators. Prerequisite(s): Basic Knowledge of computers. Miscellaneous: Optional: Bring your own graphics or photographs to edit in class. For more information: Janet Hinrichs, (425) 917-7930, (253) 778-7930, or 1-800-664-4549, x7930, jhinrichs@psesd.org

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Excel Workshop for Teachers and Librarians: Level 1
June 24, 2008; 9:00-4:00
Registration Deadline: June 14, 2008
PSESD #: TM8821
Learn the basics of using Excel as a spreadsheet, database, or chart. including how to format a worksheet, use basic formulas and functions, develop charts from data tables, and track statistics. This class is intended for educators who are beginning Excel users and is based on Tom Snyder's book, Excel Workshop for Teachers.

Instructor: Ann McLean. Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $150. Clock Hours/Credit: 6 clock hours, $12; or complete both Level 1 (TM8821) and Level 2 (TM8822) for 1 SPU credit, $40. Audience: K-12 teachers, librarians and interested educators. Prerequisite(s): Computer literate and internet savvy. Miscellaneous: Required text for class, "Excel for Teachers" by Tom Snyder, is included in the course fee. For more information: Janet Hinrichs, (425) 917-7930, (253) 778-7930, or 1-800-664-4549, x7930, jhinrichs@psesd.org

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Excel Workshop for Teachers and Librarians: Level 2
June 25, 2008; 9:00-4:00
Registration Deadline: June 15, 2008
PSESD #: TM8822
Learn more about this powerful tool, including how to create templates; protect cells and files; sort and subtotal data; develop intermediate functions and formulas; and design forms, schedules and maps. This class is intended for teachers that already have some basic skills working with Excel and is based on Tom Snyder's Excel Workshop for Teachers.

Instructor: Ann McLean. Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $120. Clock Hours/Credit: 6 clock hours, $12; or complete both Level 1 (TM8821) and Level 2 (TM8822) for 1 SPU credit, $40. Audience: K-12 teachers, librarians and interested educators. Prerequisite(s): Excel Workshop for Teachers: Level 1. Miscellaneous: Required text for class: "Excel for Teachers" by Tom Snyder. If you do not have this book, please add $30 materials fee when registering for this class. For more information: Janet Hinrichs, (425) 917-7930, (253) 778-7930, or 1-800-664-4549, x7930, jhinrichs@psesd.org

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Digital Photography Bootcamp I
June 30-July 2, 2008.
Registration Deadline: June 23, 2008
PSESD #: TM8831
Puget Sound ESD and NCCE have partnered again to offer the Digital Photography Bootcamp at the Pack Forest Conference Center, located near Mt. Rainier. This beautiful setting will be used for a fun and informative program that gives you a chance to learn how to use your digital camera to its potential in education (and for your personal use too). Sessions will include hands-on computer lab time and extensive practice taking photographs at Pack Forest and in Mt. Rainier National Park. Topics covered: get to know your camera's settings and special functions; explore concepts unique to digital photography including resolution and file size; become familiar with the endless possibilities of Photoshop Elements and other programs; download, enhance, retouch, crop, remove red eye, and print your images; learn how to create slide shows and movies from your pictures; discover how digital images can enhance your classroom; and most of all, have fun! We hope you can join us for three days and two nights of digital photography exploration this summer!

Instructors: Conn McQuinn & Anne Allen. Location: Pack Forest Conference Center. Fee: TBD. Clock Hours/Credit: 22 clock hours, $44; 2 SPU credits, $80. Audience: All. Prerequisite(s): Familiarity with computers. Bringing your own camera is encouraged but not required. Miscellaneous: Fee includes meals and lodging. To register go to NCCE's website at http://www.ncce.org. For more information: Janet Hinrichs, (425) 917-7930, (253) 778-7930, or 1-800-664-4549, x7930, jhinrichs@psesd.org

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T3: Adobe Print Projects Institute (60 hr)
July 7-11 & 14-18, 2008; 8:30-3:30
Registration Deadline: July 2, 2008
PSESD #: TM8850
Adobe's Creative Suite (CS3) allows educators to enliven lessons and materials in all of their classes. Using Photoshop CS3 and InDesign CS3, educators can produce sophisticated magazine and newspaper layouts, newsletters, brochures, flyers, mailers, yearbooks, and any other type of document. Learn how to use Photoshop and InDesign and explore integration ideas for using CS3with students in the classroom. Participants will focus on developing their own projects to take back to their classrooms.

This course is part of the T3-Train the Teachers Project, supported by a generous grant from the Adobe Foundation Fund and Community Foundation Silicon Valley.

Instructors: Conn McQuinn & Sharon Mehner. Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $40. Clock Hours/Credit: 60 clock hours, $120; 6 SPU credits, $240. Audience: K-12 educators. Prerequisite(s): Basic Knowledge of computers. Miscellaneous: Optional: Bring your own graphics or photographs to edit in class. For more information: Janet Hinrichs, (425) 917-7930, (253) 778-7930, or 1-800-664-4549, x7930, jhinrichs@psesd.org

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Communicating by Design
July 16 & 17, 2008; 9:00-4:00
Registration Deadline: July 6, 2008
PSESD #: TM8850
Do you wish your publications and presentations looked more professional, organized and interesting? This workshop is for you! Learn the basic principles of layout and design to maximize readability and visual interest in any publication including newsletters, posters, bookmarks, tests, class assignments, games, charts, reports or presentations. The class will use PowerPoint to develop design skills.

Instructor: Ann McLean. Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $256. Clock Hours/Credit: 12 clock hours, $24; 1 SPU credit, $40. Audience: K-12 teachers, librarians and interested educators. Prerequisite(s): Working knowledge of PowerPoint & any publishing software (e.g. Publisher, FrontPage, PageMaker, etc.) Miscellaneous:Required text, "Non-Designer's Design Book," is included in the course fee. For more information: Janet Hinrichs, (425) 917-7930, (253) 778-7930, or 1-800-664-4549, x7930, jhinrichs@psesd.org

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T3: Adobe Illustrator Institute (20 hr)
July 21-24, 2008; 8:30-2:30
Registration Deadline: July 17, 2008
PSESD #: TM8849
This self-paced class will introduce you to Adobe Illustrator, the foremost vector graphics drawing program. This overview will help you understand when and how to use this program to create high-quality text and graphics required for printed materials. Illustrator has a somewhat steep learning curve, so there will be ample time to work on projects, make mistakes and learn from them, and further explore the program. There is something for everyone in this class!

This course is part of the T3-Train the Teachers Project, supported by a generous grant from the Adobe Foundation Fund and Community Foundation Silicon Valley.

Instructors: Conn McQuinn & Quinton Woo. Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $20. Clock Hours/Credit: 20 clock hours, $40; 2 SPU credits, $80. Audience: K-12 educators. Prerequisite(s): Basic Knowledge of computers. Miscellaneous: Optional: Bring your own graphics or photographs to edit in class. For more information: Janet Hinrichs, (425) 917-7930, (253) 778-7930, or 1-800-664-4549, x7930, jhinrichs@psesd.org

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Digital Photography Bootcamp I
July 28-30, 2008
Registration Deadline: July 21, 2008
PSESD #: TM8832
Puget Sound ESD and NCCE have partnered again to offer the Digital Photography Bootcamp at the Pack Forest Conference Center, located near Mt. Rainier. This beautiful setting will be used for a fun and informative program that gives you a chance to learn how to use your digital camera to its potential in education (and for your personal use too). Sessions will include hands-on computer lab time and extensive practice taking photographs at Pack Forest and in Mt. Rainier National Park. Topics covered: get to know your camera's settings and special functions; explore concepts unique to digital photography including resolution and file size; become familiar with the endless possibilities of Photoshop Elements and other programs; download, enhance, retouch, crop, remove red eye, and print your images; learn how to create slide shows and movies from your pictures; discover how digital images can enhance your classroom; and most of all, have fun! We hope you can join us for three days and two nights of digital photography exploration this summer!

Instructors: Conn McQuinn & Anne Allen. Location: Pack Forest Conference Center. Fee: TBD. Clock Hours/Credit: 22 clock hours, $44; 2 SPU credits, $80. Audience: All. Prerequisite(s): Familiarity with computers. Bringing your own camera is encouraged but not required. Miscellaneous: Fee includes meals and lodging. To register go to NCCE's website at http://www.ncce.org. For more information: Janet Hinrichs, (425) 917-7930, (253) 778-7930, or 1-800-664-4549, x7930, jhinrichs@psesd.org

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Digital Photography Bootcamp II
July 31- August 2, 2008
Registration Deadline: July 24, 2008
PSESD #: TM8833
Our Digital Photography Bootcamp has been so popular, we created Intermediate Digital Photography Bootcamp for returning and experienced participants! Join us for three days and two nights of continued digital photography exploration at scenic Pack Forest and Mt. Rainier National Park, where we will use these beautiful settings to extend the experiences of Bootcamp I and continue our exploration into the world of digital photography. Learn more about your camera's manual settings and special functions; practice the rules of image composition through hikes at camp and Mt. Rainier; and see how to share your images online, create slide shows, and use them in digital storytelling. And most of all, have fun!

Instructors: Conn McQuinn & Anne Allen. Location: Pack Forest Conference Center. Fee: TBD. Clock Hours/Credit: 22 clock hours, $44; 2 SPU credits, $80. Audience: All. Prerequisite(s): Digital Photography Bootcamp I or instructor permission. Miscellaneous: Fee includes meals and lodging. To register go to NCCE's website at http://www.ncce.org. For more information: Janet Hinrichs, (425) 917-7930, (253) 778-7930, or 1-800-664-4549, x7930, jhinrichs@psesd.org

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T3: Adobe Web Projects Institute (60 hr)
August 4-8 & 11-15, 2008; 8:30-3:30
Registration Deadline: July 30, 2008
PSESD #: TM8851
This self-paced class has something for everyone. It will cover all you need to know to start publishing on the web, including the basics for Adobe Dreamweaver, Flash, Fireworks, and Photoshop/Photoshop Elements. This class will utilize a series of self-paced online lessons, combined with one-on-one teacher interaction and group discussion. All participants will leave with a basic new web site and a CD of the online lessons to use with their students or as a refresher for themselves.

This course is part of the T3-Train the Teachers Project, supported by a generous grant from the Adobe Foundation Fund and Community Foundation Silicon Valley.

Instructors: Conn McQuinn & Joe Dockery. Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $40. Clock Hours/Credit: 60 clock hours, $120; 6 SPU credits, $240. Audience: K-12 educators. Prerequisite(s): Basic Knowledge of computers. Miscellaneous: Bring your own graphics or photographs to edit in class. Students will leave with a DVD of tutorials and sample files to use in their classroom. For more information: Janet Hinrichs, (425) 917-7930, (253) 778-7930, or 1-800-664-4549, x7930, jhinrichs@psesd.org

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PSESD has partnered with several vendors to provide additional online professional development opportunities. Learn more about PSESD's online learning partnerships.

Element K Online Technology Classes

• Access 2002 (Office XP): Levels 1, 2 & 3
• Exploring Photoshop CS2, Working with Images, & Exploring Color Management
• Dreamweaver MX: Levels 1, 2 & 3
• Excel 2002 (Office XP): Levels 1, 2 & 3
• Flash MX 2004: Fundamental Design & Enhancing Functionality Using ActionScript
• FrontPage (Office XP): Intro & Advanced
• Macromedia FireWorks 8: Working with Images & Applying Dynamic Effects to a Web Page
• MS Excel 2004 for Macintosh: Levels 1 & 2
• PowerPoint (Office XP): Intro, Advanced & Modifying Presentations
• Word 2002 (Office XP): Levels 1, 2 & Advanced

 

Construction Contract Management
May 14, 2008; 8:00-12:00
Registration Deadline: May 1, 2008 PSESD #: RM8CM1
Legal considerations for construction management are changing on a daily basis. You may be unaware of new case laws and legislation are dictating terms and conditions. This informative workshop will provide current information on the procurement of public works, purchases and services; alternative procurement trends; construction contracts; claims procedures and what's happening with the Capitol Projects Advisory Review Board (CPARB).

Instructors: Chris Hirst & Mary Sue Linville. Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: Free. Audience: Facility managers, construction/project managers, business/procurement managers and administrators. Miscellaneous: This program will be avaiable via K-20 video conference. If you will be staying in your district and watching the presentation via K-20, be sure to indicate this on your registration form. All attendees must must complete a registration form. For more information: Brenda Austin, (206) 394-9718 , baustin@wsrmp.com.

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