Youth Mental Health First Aid was taught today at GFESC! This groundbreaking course from the National Council for Behavioral Health gives participants the tools to identify when someone might be struggling with a mental health or substance use problem and to connect them with appropriate support and resources.
#MentalHealth #GFESC
Today at GFESC, Karen Grady is leading a session called Reeling in the Outcast Student. In this session, participants will:
- Take an in-depth look at what our society defines as an "outcast student."
-Explore answers to issues about why a student is considered an outcast.
-How we get them to buy into the classroom culture.
-How we get them involved in the learning that is taking place.
-How we meet their educational and emotional needs in the classroom.
3-6 RISE Day 3: Morphology is going on now at GFESC! Participants will develop an understanding of how the sound, structure, and history of our language all work together to influence the pronunciation, spelling, and meaning of words. Thank you to Casey Wade, Lauren Cockrell, and Catherine Misfeldt for leading this workshop today!
#learningBETTERtogether #GFESC
Yesterday we had a wonderful workshop led by Katelyn Chambers on Special Healthcare Needs - Train the Trainer. This session provided an overview for the RN on how to implement special healthcare needs training within their district and provided information related to personal care.
#GFESC #SpecialNeeds
Elizabeth Reeves was back on campus today leading another workshop on Dyslexia. Today's workshop was about School-based Identification of Dyslexia which targeted grades 4-12. It covered legislative updates and best practices for identifying dyslexia characteristics in older students using assessment data.
#Dyslexia #GFESC #learningTOGETHER
The Beginning Administrator Launch was a huge success this morning. Over 80 new principals were in attendance! We look forward to continuing work with these new building leaders.
Summer 25/26 ArPEP Year One is a great group of professionals! Thank you to everyone that participated!
CPI training today at GFESC! This nonviolent crisis intervention training helps promote the best possible care, welfare, safety, and security for anyone involved in a crisis situation. Thanks to Karen Grady for leading this workshop today!
#GFESC #CPItraining
Brie Norton and Lynsey Phillips were back at GFESC today with two very I nformative workshops. This morning they taught Hands on AAC: Supporting Learners with Complex Needs which helped participants create lessons that support AAC users in achieving authentic communication. This afternoon they taught Assistive Touch Technology in the Classroom which offered an in-depth introduction to assistive technology. Thank you both for your participation this week!
#AAC #AssistiveTechnology #GFESC
Elizabeth Reeves held a workshop on campus today about Dyslexia Legislation, Rules, and Dyslexia Resource Guide Updates. It provided an in-depth overview of the updated Dyslexia Resource Guide, including screening, intervention strategies, and compliance with Arkansas Law. Thank you Elizabeth!
#Dyslexia #GFESC
Today at GFESC, Karen Grady led a session on Elevating Elementary Instruction with AI Tools. It was tailored for elementary teachers seeking to enhance their instruction utilizing AI tools. Participants explored how AI can help create dynamic activities and lessons that align with High Quality Instructional Materials.
#AI #LearningTogether #GFESC
And that's a wrap on the 2nd Annual GFESC Novice Teacher Conference! We saw over 400 educators in the last 3 days and had amazing presenters from around the state.
A huge shoutout to the Lavaca Public School District for hosting the conference this week.
Getting started with AAC can be extremely overwhelming! This morning's workshop introduced participants to a variety of AAC systems and access methods. They also explored how to select the right system, determine an appropriate vocabulary, and how to acquire a device through an evaluation. This afternoon, participants learned the foundational components necessary to effectively teach using AAC devices. Thank you to Brie Norton and Lyndsey Phillips for instructing these sessions today at GFESC!
#LearningTogether #AAC #GFESC
Katelyn Chambers led two important workshops for school nurses these last two days here at GFESC! Yesterday was Hearing and Vision Screenings, today was BMI and Scoliosis Training. Thank you Katelyn for all your hard work! #SchoolNurses #GFESC #growingBETTERtogether
We had the pleasure of having Robin Stripling on the GFESC campus today. She led a workshop on Fostering Inclusion: Best Practices for Supporting Students with Disabilities. This session equipped educators with the knowledge and skills to create an inclusive learning environment that supports the success of the students with disabilities.
#FosteringInclusion #GFESC
Annual Career Coach and ACTE Conference in the books!🎉 GFESC Career Coaches are ready to rock this year! We are so proud of this team and the opportunities they create for students!
#CareerCoaches #GFESC #GrowingTogether
Our Local Leads Team just wrapped up an AMAZING two day conference here at GFESC! This was a great opportunity for our teachers to learn, have fun, and build relationships with other early childhood professionals. Thank you to all the outstanding speakers and the enthusiastic attendees that came both days! #BuildingConnections #LocalLeads #EarlyChildhoodEducation #GFESC
ANOTHER FABULOUS DAY AT THE 2nd ANNUAL GFESC NOVICE TEACHER CONFERENCE!
Day 2 kicked off with the AMAZING Darin Beckwith, Director of the Dawson ESC energizing the crowd. Over 300 amazing novices teachers attended sessions today!
Thank you to all of the great presenters and Supts. Dr. Beth Shumate and Mr. Trent Goff for stopping by to visit!
Dr. Kimberley Calhoon from UCA was back at GFESC for Day 2 of Co-Teaching in the Classroom! Participants left with a better understanding of co-teaching philosophies, models, planning, instructions, and assessments. Thank you Dr. Calhoon, we enjoyed having you!
#GFESC #co-teaching
Day 1 of the 2nd Annual GFESC Novice Teacher Conference was packed with learning for the GFESC Year 1 novice teachers. We are so excited for these teachers as they begin their careers in teaching!
A huge Thank you to our Opening Session Speaker, GFESC Director Jim Ford, and all of our session presenters today. It was great to see Alma Supt. Dr. Duffie and Ozark Supt. Mr. Vanderpool. Thank you for joining us!
