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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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Issues of Abuse: What the Educator Needs to Know
June 22 & 23, 2009; 8:30-3:30 (22nd) and 8:30-12:30 (23rd)
Registration Deadline: June 8, 2009
PSESD #: SH6435
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. This workshop is sponsored by the Puget Sound ESD Prevention Center.

Instructor: Jill Patnode. Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $115. Clock Hours/Credit: 10 clock hours, $20; 1 SPU credit, $40. For more information: Karen Baker 425-917-7816 or 253-778-7816, kbaker@psesd.org

LETRS Foundations: An Introduction to Language and Literacy
June 23-25, 2009; 8:30-3:30
Registration Deadline: June 12, 2009
PSESD #: SD8LETRS
LETRS Foundations is an engaging three-day workshop that introduces how students learn to read, how they can meet challenges along the way, and how we can assist their learning with practices that are supported by scientifically-based reading research. LETRS Foundations will provide educators with a wealth of knowledge around teaching literacy and includes ways you can connect that knowledge to classroom activities. This is not a reading program, but rather an information and concept-based workshop that underscores the importance of explicit literacy instruction in a sound reading curriculum. This session is full of engaging activities, exercises for practice and review, and specific applications in the classroom.

Instructor: David Stockman. Location: PSESD-Fife. Fee: $395. Clock Hours/Credit: 1 SU credit, $70. For more information: Colleen Greytak 425-917-7802 or 253-778-7802, cgreytak@psesd.org

Student Success Through Effective Collaboration: ESA Part II
June 29 & 30, 2009; 8:30-3:30
Registration Deadline: June 25, 2009
PSESD #: SPESA209
This course is designed specifically to assist professionals working in school settings to effectively evaluate student performance and outcomes. Particular attention will be placed on service delivery models and using data to make decisions. During the first day, participants will explore concepts and best practice issues that facilitate good decision-making in schools. During the second day, participants will use case studies to work with their team and in discipline-like groups to discuss how to apply these principles in practice. Participants are encouraged to bring case and paperwork examples to discuss during day two.

Instructor: Val Lynch. Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $165. Clock Hours/Credit: 12 clock hours, $24, 1 SPU credit, $40. Prerequisites: Occupational therapists, physical therapists, and speech/language pathologists. For more information: Mimi Keller 425-917-7824 or 253-778-7824, mkeller@psesd.org.

New classes, dates and topics are added often.

Visit www.psesd.org for complete class listings.

Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol (SIOP) - K-12
June 30 - July 2, 2009; 8:30-3:30
Registration Deadline: June 23, 2009
PSESD #: SD09SIOP2
This dynamic and interactive three-day workshop will provide intensive training in the research-based SIOP model. Participants will learn strategies to address the content and language needs of their second language speaking students. In addition, critical equity components have been integrated into this program providing participants with an understanding of the stages of second language acquisition from a student's perspective and the awareness of effective and equitable teaching practices for ELLs.

Instructor: Kendra Hughes. Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $375. Clock Hours: 18 Clock Hours, $36. For more information: Marci Meehan 425-917-7844 or 253-778-7844, mmeehan@psesd.org.

How Internet Games and Virtual Worlds Can Help You Deliver a More Global Education
July 2, 2009; 8:30-12:30
Registration Deadline: June 19, 2009
PSESD #: SD9GLOBAL
We know that our middle and high school students are already playing plenty of online games.* But, do internet-based games always mean wasted time and mushy brains? In this class, we will take a look at online games and virtual worlds within the context of global/international education. Participants will try out some fun, educational, free, online games designed to teach about global topics from the poverty cycle to preventing malaria to what its like to be a refugee. Next we’ll jump into the 3-D virtual world of Second Life to see why and how educators around the world are using virtual worlds to bring students together in international learning communities.

* Game playing is universal, with almost all teens playing games and at least half playing games on a given day. Teens, Video Games, and Civics, report on a 2008 national survey from the Pew Internet and American Life Project, http://www.pewinternet.org/Reports/2008/Teens-Video-Games-and-Civics.aspx (accessed 04-18-09)

Instructor: Laura Adriance. Location: PSESD-Fife. Fee: $95. Clock Hours/Credit: 4 clock hours, $10. For more information: Colleen Greytak 425-917-7802 or 253-778-7802, cgreytak@psesd.org

Mediating Thinking in Math: Bringing Students to Standard
July 8-10, 2009; 8:30-3:30
Registration Deadline: July 2, 2009
PSESD #: SD9MM
Participants will learn and practice techniques to mediate thinking in mathematics, deepen understanding about the importance of meta cognition in problem-solving, and acquire questioning strategies to improve student performance.

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 . Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $395. For more information: Linda Dean 425-917-7815 or 253-778-7815, ldean@psesd.org.

Reader's Workshop
July 15-17, 2009; 8:30-3:30
Registration Deadline: July 5, 2009
PSESD #: SD9MM
Participants will learn to use a 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 . Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $395. For more information: Linda Dean 425-917-7815 or 253-778-7815, ldean@psesd.org.

Elementary Science Summer Institute: Understanding Energy and Matter
July 27 - 31, 2009; 8:30-3:30
Registration Deadline: July 17, 2009
PSESD #: SD8ESSI
This week long summer institute is designed specifically for elementary teachers (K-5) with a non-science background. The focus of this years institute will be to increase teacher understanding of energy and matter concepts as well as to extend teacher understanding of inquiry, systems, and the nature of science. Participants will be immersed in a variety of learning and assessment experiences where preconceptions are uncovered, ideas are discussed using evidence, and scientific concepts are made relevant. While the focus of this institute is on content, the instruction delivered will model effective and engaging strategies in science teaching, learning, and assessment. Participants will reflect on their own learning of science, how children learn science, and the implications for their own teaching. 30 clock hours available.

Instructor: Kirk Robbins. Location: Sumner School District Board Room. Fee: $175. For more information: Linda Dean 425-917-7815 or 253-778-7815, ldean@psesd.org.

New classes, dates and topics are added often.

Visit www.psesd.org for complete class listings.

Issues of Abuse: What the Educator Needs to Know
August 12 & 13, 2009; 8:30-3:30 (12th) and 8:30-12:30 (13th)
Registration Deadline: June 8, 2009
PSESD #: SH6435
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. This workshop is sponsored by the Puget Sound ESD Prevention Center.

Instructor: Jill Patnode & Jennifer Mckillop. Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $115. Clock Hours/Credit: 1 SPU credit, $40. For more information: Karen Baker 425-917-7816 or 253-778-7816, kbaker@psesd.org

Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol (SIOP) - Secondary
August 18-20, 2009; 8:30-3:30
Registration Deadline: June 11, 2009
PSESD #: SD09SIOP3
This dynamic and interactive three-day workshop will provide intensive training in the research-based SIOP model. Participants will learn strategies to address the content and language needs of their second language speaking students. In addition, critical equity components have been integrated into this the program providing participants with an understanding of the stages of second language acquisition from a student’s perspective and the awareness of effective and equitable teaching practices for ELLs.

Instructor: Kendra Hughes. Location: Shoreline Conference Center. Fee: $375. For more information: Marci Meehan 425-917-7844 or 253-778-7844, mmeehan@psesd.org.

ESA Certification
October 9 - 10 & November 13-14, 2009; 8:00-4:30
Registration Deadline: October 5, 2009
PSESD #: SPESA26
This four-day workshop fulfills the 30 clock hour course requirement for Initial ESA Certification. Instruction will cover school law and society, assessment, documentation, service delivery, school health and safety issues, and resources for nurses, occupational therapists, physical therapists, audiologists, social workers and speech/language pathologists.

Instructors: Janet Galvin & Val Lynch. Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $350. Clock Hours/Credit: 3 SPU credits, $120. Prerequisites: Nurses, occupational therapists, physical therapists, audiologists, social workers and speech/language pathologists. For more information: Mimi Keller 425-917-7824 or 253-778-7824, mkeller@psesd.org.

Issues of Abuse: What the Educator Needs to Know
October 28, November 4 & 12, 2009; 4:30-8:00
Registration Deadline: October 14, 2009
PSESD #: SH6434
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.

Instructors: Jill Patnode & Jennifer Mckillop. Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $115. Clock Hours/Credit: 1 SPU credit, $40. For more information: Karen Baker 425-917-7816 or 253-778-7816, kbaker@psesd.org

Strategies for Success with English Language Learners
October 28, 2009, February 24 & May 12, 2010; 8:00-4:00
Registration Deadline: September 21, 2009
PSESD #: SD09ELL
Attend this dynamic series with Virginia Rojas, an ASCD faculty member and private consultant in the area of English as a second language. She works in schools around the globe and in districts throughout the United States. Participants at this institute interactively answer these and other provocative questions.What are best practices for simultaneously increasing the English language proficiency and academic achievement of English learners? How can ELL and mainstream teachers work together to make this happen? How can grade-level academic standards (expectations) be used to get this work done?

Specific outcomes of this interactive workshop include:

the development of a professional knowledge base on linguistic and cultural issues related to teaching English learners in K-12 settings;
an understanding of program, options and curricula models;
how to use time-honored ELL strategies to develop language proficiency for beginners;
how to use vocabulary, reading and writing tools to increase academic language literacy skills;
how to use differentiation and cooperative learning achievement;
how to use collaborative, formative and summative assessments to equitably grade ELL; and
how to utilize Understanding by Design to build equity into the instructional process.

Practical assignments are provided for participants in between training sessions to help teachers apply specific strategies in their classrooms.

Instructor: Virginia Rojas . Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $795. Clock Hours/Credits: 2 SU credits, $70. Miscellaneous: Registration fee includes Strategies for Success with English Lang. Learners, a 350-page Action Tool ($129 Value) For more information: Marci Meehan 425-917-7844 or 253-778-7844, mmeehan@psesd.org.

ETS Paraprofessional Assessment
June 8, 2009; 4:15-7:00
Registration Deadline: June 3, 2009
PSESD #: PA08ETS10
This workshop is designed for paraeducator and teacher teams and will focus on working with children with special health care needs in school settings. Emphasis will be placed on building a knowledge base about children with health issues and the legal implications of working with them in schools. The workshop will also feature classroom methods and applications which can be used by paraeducators and school teams to deliver quality services to children in inclusive settings.

Instructor: Jane Robb-Linse. Location: Kohlwes Ed. Center/Computer Lab. Fee: $80. For more information: Marci Meehan, (425) 917-7844, (253) 778-7844, 1-800-664-4549, x7844, or mmeehan@psesd.org.

New classes, dates and topics are added often.

Visit www.psesd.org for complete class listings.

T3: Introduction to Illustrator
June 22 & 24, 2009; 9:00-12:00
Registration Deadline: June 14, 2009
PSESD #: TM8948
Adobe Illustrator is a vector graphics drawing program. Vector graphics are the key to creating high quality computer-generated graphics for business or personal use. Get the most out of your printed projects by learning the basic tools for creating sophisticated artwork and text. Use your own designs to create custom high quality visual aids for your classroom environment.

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

Instructor: Quintin Woo. Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $10. Prerequisites: Basic knowledge of computers, and must be a K-12 educator. For more information: Janet Hinrichs , (425) 917-7930, (253) 778-7930, 1-800-664-4549, x7930, or jhinrichs@psesd.org.

PowerPoint for Teachers and Librarians
June 24 & 25, 2009; 9:00-4:00
Registration Deadline: June 10, 2009
PSESD #: TM8942
This hands-on workshop is for teachers and librarians who want to learn the basic steps of creating colorful, dynamic presentations for classroom projects. Explore layout and design; making transitions; inserting charts, graphics and pictures; manipulating autoshapes; and using hyperlinks. Educators who want to expand the use of technology in their classrooms will find this course extremely useful.

Instructor: Ann McLean. Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $260. Clock Hours/Credit: 1 SPU credit, $40. Prerequisites: Computer literate and Internet savvy. Miscellaneous: Fee includes handbook, Tom Snyder’s PowerPoint Workshop for Teachers. For more information: Janet Hinrichs , (425) 917-7930, (253) 778-7930, 1-800-664-4549, x7930, or jhinrichs@psesd.org.

Digital Photography Bootcamp I
June 29 - July 1, 2009; 9:30-7:00
Registration Deadline: June 25, 2009
PSESD #: TM8956
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). At this beginning level bootcamp, 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; discover the rules of photo composition; download, enhance, retouch, crop, and print your images; and most of all, have fun! We hope you can join us for three days and two nights of digital photography exploration this summer!

Instructor: Ann Allen. Location: Pack Forest Conference Center - Eatonville. Fee: $399. Clock Hours/Credit: 22 clock hours, $44; 2 SPU credits, $80. Prerequisites: Familiarity with computers. Bringing your own camera is encouraged but not required. Miscellaneous: Fee includes meals and lodging. For more information: Janet Hinrichs , (425) 917-7930, (253) 778-7930, 1-800-664-4549, x7930, or jhinrichs@psesd.org.

T3: InDesign Institute
June 30 & July 1, 2009; 8:30-3:30
Registration Deadline: June 22, 2009
PSESD #: TM8966
Educators can use Adobe InDesign to enliven lessons and materials in all of their classes. A robust and easy-to-use page layout application, InDesign will allow educators to produce sophisticated magazine and newspaper layouts, newsletters, brochures, mailers, and any other kind of document for your school or classroom. Become familiar with the page layout and design features of InDesign and feel confident to produce single and multi-page documents. Bring your own graphics or photographs to edit in class (optional).

This course is a 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 & Wyn Pottinger-Levy. Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $30. Clock Hours/Credits: 12 clock hours, $24; 1 SPU credit, $40. Prerequisites: Basic knowledge of computers, and must be a K-12 educator. For more information: Janet Hinrichs , (425) 917-7930, (253) 778-7930, 1-800-664-4549, x7930, or jhinrichs@psesd.org.

T3: Intro to Adobe Premiere Elements
July 7, 2009; 8:30-3:30
Registration Deadline: June 29, 2009
PSESD #: TM8957
The #1 selling consumer video-editing software, Adobe® Premiere® Elements makes it easy to create incredible movies. Get started quickly with automated moviemaking options, knockout visuals and sound. 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. This class will also cover creating a DVD and exporting video to the web.

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

Instructor: Conn McQuinn. Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $20. Clock Hours/Credits: 6 clock hours, $12. Prerequisites: Basic knowledge of computers, and must be a K-12 educator. For more information: Janet Hinrichs , (425) 917-7930, (253) 778-7930, 1-800-664-4549, x7930, or jhinrichs@psesd.org.

New classes, dates and topics are added often.

Visit www.psesd.org for complete class listings.

Thinkfinity: A Look at Free Internet Resources
July 8, 2009; 9:00-4:00
Registration Deadline: June 30, 2009
PSESD #: TM8963
Thinkfinity makes it easy for educators to enhance their classroom instruction with lesson plans, interactive activities and other online resources. More than 55,000 standards-based K-12 lesson plans, student materials, interactive tools and reference materials have been reviewed by the nation's leading educational organizations to ensure that content is accurate, up-to-date, unbiased and appropriate for students. Session topics will include an exploration of the Thinkfinity site, navigation to resources from each of the eight content sites, and integration of Thinkfinity resources within the context of a lesson to support student learning.

Instructor: Anne Allen. Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $120. Clock Hours/Credits: 6 clock hours, $12. Prerequisites: Basic Internet skills, and participants are encouraged to bring their own laptops. Limited computers will be available for those unable to bring one. For more information: Janet Hinrichs, (425) 917-7930, (253) 778-7930, 1-800-664-4549, x7930, or jhinrichs@psesd.org.

Communicating by Design
July 8 & 9, 2009; 9:00-4:00
Registration Deadline: June 24, 2009
PSESD #: TM8943
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 and presentations. The class will be using PowerPoint to develop design skills.

Instructor: Ann McLean. Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $260. Clock Hours/Credits: 1 SPU credit, $40. Prerequisites: Computer literate, Internet savvy and PowerPoint proficient. Miscellaneous: Fee includes the handbook, The Non-Designer's Design Book. For more information: Janet Hinrichs , (425) 917-7930, (253) 778-7930, 1-800-664-4549, x7930, or jhinrichs@psesd.org.

Web Gizmos and Gadgets for the Classroom
July 9, 2009; 8:30-3:30
Registration Deadline: July 1, 2009
PSESD #: TM8955
Every day introduces new and amazing interactive web-based resources, ranging from things as silly as online karaoke to powerful digital storytelling tools. Spend a day in guided experimentation with these valuable online programs and explore how you can use them in exciting activities that will engage your students.

Instructors: Conn McQuinn and Anne Allen. Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $125. Clock Hours/Credits: 6 clock hours, $12. Miscellaneous: Participants are encouraged to bring their own laptops. For more information: Janet Hinrichs, (425) 917-7930, (253) 778-7930, 1-800-664-4549, x7930, or jhinrichs@psesd.org.

T3: Intro to Photoshop CS4
July 10, 2009; 8:30-3:30
Registration Deadline: July 5, 2009
PSESD #: TM8958
Discover what you can do with digital images and the powerful image-editing software program Adobe Photoshop CS4. Transform your photographs into dazzling images, and explore activities that will excite and challenge your students. In this class, learn a variety of ways to manipulate images and how to use the basic image adjustment and selection tools. Also learn to create and control layers and how to use basic filters. By the end of class, you will have created at least one imaging project. Be sure to bring your own graphics or photographs with you!

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

Instructor: Conn McQuinn. Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $20. Clock Hours/Credits: 6 clock hours, $12. Prerequisites: Basic computer skills, and must be a K-12 educator. For more information: Janet Hinrichs , (425) 917-7930, (253) 778-7930, 1-800-664-4549, x7930, or jhinrichs@psesd.org.

T3: Digital Storytelling in the Classroom with Adobe Photoshop and Premiere Elements
July 13-17 & 20-24, 2009; 8:30-3:30
Registration Deadline: July 5, 2009
PSESD #: TM8940
Learn how your students can create exciting and engaging digital stories through video documentaries and dynamic photo slide shows. This hands-on workshop will explore how to use Adobe’s photo and video production software, Photoshop Elements and Premiere Elements, as a storytelling medium. You will also learn how to set up studio lighting, get quality audio, and use portable equipment for field shooting. Participants will take field trips to shoot video and take photos and utilize class time to experiment and create classroom projects. Online tutorials and resource materials you can use with your students are included.

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

Instructor: Joe Dockery. Location: Mount Si High School. Fee: $50. Clock Hours/Credits: 6 SPU credits, $240. Prerequisites: Basic computer skills, and must be a K-12 educator. No photography or video equipment is required but you are encouraged to bring your own gear so you can gain experience shooting with your own camera. Miscellaneous: We will plan on taking a couple field trips to shoot photographs and video of various topics. Participants will need to provide their own transportation but efforts will be made to arrange car pools. For more information: Janet Hinrichs , (425) 917-7930, (253) 778-7930, 1-800-664-4549, x7930, or jhinrichs@psesd.org.

New classes, dates and topics are added often.

Visit www.psesd.org for complete class listings.

T3: Digital Literacy Institute - Print Projects with InDesign & Photoshop CS4
July 13-17 & 20-24, 2009; 8:30-3:30
Registration Deadline: July 6, 2009
PSESD #: TM8947
Adobe’s family of products called Creative Suite allows educators to enliven lessons and materials in all of their classes. Two of these products (Photoshop and InDesign) integrate for print production, enabling educators to produce sophisticated magazine and newspaper layouts, as well as newsletters, brochures, flyers, mailers, yearbooks, and any other type of document.

In this two-week, project-based workshop, participants will learn the basics of how these applications work together to produce dynamic publications. Participants will explore ideas for use with students in the classroom and be able to focus on developing their own projects to take back to their classrooms. Bring your own digital graphics to edit (optional).

This course is a 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 and Sharyn Mehner. Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $50. Clock Hours/Credits: 60 clock hours, $120; 6 SPU credits, $240. Prerequisites: Basic knowledge of computers, and must be a K-12 educator. Some experience with Adobe products is helpful, but not required. For more information: Janet Hinrichs , (425) 917-7930, (253) 778-7930, 1-800-664-4549, x7930, or jhinrichs@psesd.org.

Podcasting Basics
July 14 & 15, 2009; 9:00-3:00
Registration Deadline: July 6, 2009
PSESD #: TM8962
Have you been hearing about podcasting and wondering what it is and how you might use it in your classroom? Podcasts are a great way to expand the learning environment of your class and a surefire way to make learning experiences authentic and personally meaningful for your students. You can also create your own podcasts for your students to use year after year, or to share with other classrooms. And it is easy enough for even the least tech savvy individual. Learn where to find podcasts on topics of interest, how to listen to them, how to create your own, and how to make them available to a worldwide audience.

Instructors: Anne Allen. Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $195. Clock Hours/Credits: 10 clock hours, $20; 1 SPU credit, $40. For more information: Janet Hinrichs , (425) 917-7930, (253) 778-7930, 1-800-664-4549, x7930, or jhinrichs@psesd.org.

I.T. Disaster Recovery Workshop
July 14, 2009; 8:30-3:30
Registration Deadline: June 15, 2009
PSESD #: TM8953
Explore the fundamentals of developing a personalized action plan for your district to recover critical information technology assets and resume critical functions and processes. Assets include systems, applications, databases, storage and network assets. This workshop is a MUST for all information technology managers and staff, district administrators, and media archive managers.

Instructor: April Johnson. Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $150. Clock Hours/Credits: 6 clock hours, $12. Miscellaneous: Course fee includes materials and a special USB flash drive for storing critical information! Participants must bring their own laptops. For more information: Pam Bunker, (425) 917-7908, (253) 778-7908, 1-800-664-4549, x7908, or pbunker@psesd.org.

I.T. Disaster Recovery Workshop
July 21, 2009; 8:30-3:30
Registration Deadline: July 8, 2009
PSESD #: TM8954
Explore the fundamentals of developing a personalized action plan for your district to recover critical information technology assets and resume critical functions and processes. Assets include systems, applications, databases, storage and network assets. This workshop is a MUST for all information technology managers and staff, district administrators, and media archive managers.

Digital Photography Daycamp - BYOC (Bring Your Own Camera)
July 27-29, 2009; 8:30-4:00 (27th), 8:30-4:30 (28th), 8:30-4:00 (29th)
Registration Deadline: July 16, 2009
PSESD #: TM8961
Get the most out of your digital camera at this new workshop! Sessions will include hands-on computer lab time and extensive practice taking photographs. Day two will include a field trip to practice your new skills. Topics covered: get to know your camera’s settings and special functions; explore concepts unique to digital photography including resolution and file size; discover the rules of photo composition; download, enhance, retouch, crop, and export your images; and most of all, have fun! We hope you can join us for three days of digital photography immersion this summer!

Instructors: Anne Allen & Conn McQuinn. Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $310. Clock Hours/Credits: 20 clock hours, $40; 2 SPU credits, $80. Prerequisites: Bring your own camera. For more information: Janet Hinrichs , (425) 917-7930, (253) 778-7930, 1-800-664-4549, x7930, or jhinrichs@psesd.org.

New classes, dates and topics are added often.

Visit www.psesd.org for complete class listings.

T3: Photoshop Elements Institute
July 30 & 31, 2009; 8:30-3:30
Registration Deadline: July 22, 2009
PSESD #: TM8960
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. Learn a variety of ways to manipulate images through image adjustment, selection tools, and basic layers and filters. Participants will learn with step-by-step activities, which can be used with students, and will work on at least one classroom project. You are encouraged to bring your own images to use in class.

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

Instructor: Anne Allen & Conn McQuinn. Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $30. Clock Hours/Credits: 12 clock hours, $24. Prerequisites: Basic computer skills, and must be a K-12 educator. For more information: Janet Hinrichs , (425) 917-7930, (253) 778-7930, 1-800-664-4549, x7930, or jhinrichs@psesd.org.

Photo Phantastic! Making Your Publications Pop
August 4-6, 2009; 8:00-4:00 (4th), 9:00-4:00 (5th), 8:00-4:00 (6th)
Registration Deadline: July 5, 2009
PSESD #: TM8952
Make your photos dazzle and your publications pop! This three-day workshop will explore how to enhance images and creatively use them in print and presentation projects.

Tuesday - Session 1: Photoshop Elements: Transforming Images, by Conn McQuinn Photoshop Elements is a less-expensive, easier-to-use version of the professional Photoshop program. Discover how to use this exciting image-editing software to transform scanned or digital photographs into dazzling images, and explore activities that will excite and challenge you. Be sure to bring your own graphics or photographs on a CD or jumpdrive with you!
Wednesday - Session 2: From Wimpy to WOW: Make Your Publications Pop!, by Ann McLean Maximize readability and visual interest in your publications with this exploration of the basic principles of layout and design. Your business cards, newsletters, posters, bookmarks, postcards, charts, reports, and presentations will look more professional, organized, and unified. PowerPoint and Word software will be used for class projects.
Thursday - Session 3: Creative Photo Fun, by Barb Bumgardner Putting to use all of the concepts you've learned in the preceding two sessions, Barb will show you how easy it is to use your digital photos to create cards, collages, calendars and other "photo phantastic" projects for school or home. Personalize your projects as you learn how to design a book, create a multimedia DVD, and share your photos online.

Instructors: Conn McQuinn, Anne McLean & Barb Bumgardner. Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $428. Clock Hours/Credits: 2 SPU credits, $80. Prerequisites: Computer literate, internet savvy & a working knowledge of PowerPoint or other layout & design software. Miscellaneous: Course fee includes “The Non-Designer’s Design Book,” handouts, and lunch. Bring your own photos and graphics to edit in class. Although laptops will be provided, bring your own laptop to speed-up your activities. For more information: Janet Hinrichs, (425) 917-7930, (253) 778-7930, 1-800-664-4549, x7930, or jhinrichs@psesd.org.

Digital Storytelling
August 12-14, 2009; 8:30-4:00 (12th), 8:30-4:30 (13th), 8:30-4:00 (14th)
Registration Deadline: August 4, 2009
PSESD #: TM8965
Digital storytelling is the practice of using digital media including slide shows, narration and soundtracks to create exciting and meaningful reports and stories. Using widely available software such as PowerPoint or Photostory 3, students can engage in creating powerful projects that support standards from many different content areas while developing 21st century skills. This hands-on class will take you through the tools and techniques of digital storytelling, including curricular frameworks and assessment and resources for sharing student work online.

Instructor: Conn McQuinn. Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $310. Clock Hours/Credits: 2 SPU credit, $80. Prerequisites: Basic computer and Internet skills. For more information: Janet Hinrichs , (425) 917-7930, (253) 778-7930, 1-800-664-4549, x7930, or jhinrichs@psesd.org.

Enhance Your Teaching With Moodle
August 12-14, 2009; 9:00-3:00
Registration Deadline: July 22, 2009
PSESD #: TM8964
Moodle is a virtual learning environment that can be used in a variety of ways to support and enhance instructional practices in your classroom. Moodle, which stands for “modular object-oriented dynamic learning environment,” enables educators to manage all aspects of course content and delivery using one integrated system.

This hands-on workshop will allow you to take Moodle for a test drive and get started on creating your own Moodle site. You will learn how to create an online classroom, upload files, set up calendars, and include podcasts and video. Come prepared with files (Word, Excel, etc) to upload to Moodle.

Instructor: Anne Allen. Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $295. Clock Hours/Credits: 15 clock hours, $30; 1 SPU credit, $40. Prerequisites: Basic computer and Internet skills. Participants are also encouraged to bring their own laptops, however, limited computers will be available for those unable to bring one. For more information: Janet Hinrichs , (425) 917-7930, (253) 778-7930, 1-800-664-4549, x7930, or jhinrichs@psesd.org.

New classes, dates and topics are added often.

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Online Learning Leadership Summit
August 18, 2009; 8:30-4:00
Registration Deadline: August 10, 2009
PSESD #: TM8951
Thousands of students statewide are now participating in online learning programs implemented by Washington’s school districts. This summit will provide an opportunity for district staff who are considering online learning options and current practitioners to hear what is happening around the state in online learning. Topics covered will include OSPI’s changing role in online learning, current and developing policy issues affecting online learning, ways to incorporate online learning, practitioners sharing their experiences of online learning, and an opportunity to exchange ideas and experiences with peers.

Instructors: Anne Allen & Conn McQuinn. Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $75. Prerequisites: Participants are encouraged to bring their own laptops. Computers will be available for those unable to bring one. For more information: Janet Hinrichs , (425) 917-7930, (253) 778-7930, 1-800-664-4549, x7930, or jhinrichs@psesd.org.

T3: Intermediate Photoshop
August 26, 2009; 8:30-3:30
Registration Deadline: August 18, 2009
PSESD #: TM8959
Discover some of the advanced capabilities of this powerful image-editing software program! This intermediate class will build on what you learned in the introductory class of Adobe Photoshop. You will learn the different image file types and their benefits and trade-offs, how to edit layers, including layer styles and blending options; how to insert and format text; how to use advanced brush and coloring options; and how to combine multiple images to create new graphics. Be sure to bring your own scanned images and photographs with you!

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

Instructor: Conn McQuinn. Location: PSESD-Renton. Fee: $20. Clock Hours/Credits: 6 clock hours, $12. Prerequisites: Some experience with Photoshop, and must be a K-12 educator. For more information: Janet Hinrichs , (425) 917-7930, (253) 778-7930, 1-800-664-4549, x7930, or jhinrichs@psesd.org.

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
Acrobat 8.0: Levels 1 & 2
Exploring Photoshop CS2, Working with Images, & Exploring Color Management
Dreamweaver MX: Levels 1, 2 & 3
Dreamweaver 8: Developing and Enhancing Websites
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
Microsoft Office PowerPoint 2007: Level 1, Level 2, and New Features
MS Excel 2004 for Macintosh: Levels 1 & 2
PowerPoint (Office XP): Intro, Advanced & Modifying Presentations
Word 2002 (Office XP): Levels 1, 2 & Advanced