Join us for an engaging three-hour hands-on learning session focused on helping students who use AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) actively participate in literacy instruction. This session will focus on practical strategies for supporting students who use AAC as they develop reading, writing, and communication skills. Participants will learn strategies for modeling language on AAC devices, creating interactive shared reading experiences, and designing activities that encourage students to communicate during literacy instruction. Teachers will leave with ready-to-use strategies, activity ideas, and classroom implementation tips that help students use their AAC systems to comment, ask questions, share ideas, and participate more fully in literacy learning.

erica.price@ckec.org

Life is sensory. How the brain processes sensory information impacts engagement in all life areas and influences how safe one feels in their mind, body, environment, and interactions. This presentation addresses both sensory processing disorder (SPD) and interoceptive awareness (IA) by combining personal and clinical insights on SPD with practical interoceptive awareness training. Attendees learn from the inside about sensory processing challenges and practical tools that can transform a student's ability to self-regulate, leading to improved learning outcomes, reduced behavioral challenges, increased independence, and the ability to truly access and participate in life. Presenter: Kim Clairy/Georgia Autism Out of the Box.

erica.price@ckec.org

Indicator 13: Aligning Transition Planning to Postsecondary Outcomes. Indicator 13 is more than a monitoring requirement — it is a quality indicator for postsecondary readiness. This session helps teams examine how age-appropriate assessment, measurable postsecondary goals, annual goals, transition services, and course of study work together as a coherent system. Participants will explore how transition planning connects to graduation pathways, career readiness, and long-term student outcomes. Teams will leave prepared to strengthen transition quality across their district.

kim.hinton@ckec.org

Join us for this two-hour virtual training that explores the power hidden inside words! In this session, we'll take a closer look at morphology—the study of word parts like prefixes, suffixes, and roots—and how these pieces help students unlock the meaning of complex words. Participants will discover how morphology supports decoding, vocabulary growth, and reading comprehension. The training will include easy-to-use strategies to integrate morphology instruction into your classroom. Designed for educators working with students in fifth grade and beyond.

erica.price@ckec.org

This face-to-face workshop is designed for anyone who has completed the 4-day Adaptive Schools Foundations Seminar. Topics reviewed and rehearsed will include: Two Ways of Talking, Energy Sources, Norms of Collaboration, and Effective Meetings. Participants will rehearse skills using authentic situations. Participants need to bring their Learning Guide from the Foundations Seminar. 6 Hours of EILA/PD available.

mark.helton@ckec.org

Get ready for a hands-on, joy-filled deep dive into fractions! In this three hour make-and-take PD session, elementary and middle school teachers will explore fractions through the power of the linear model, discover smart sequencing tips and real-world number line applications, and create ready-to-use classroom resources they can take home the same day. Come learn, create, and have fun bringing fractions to life for your students!

maryruth.hertweck@ckec.org

Summer Reset Series: From Overwhelmed to Organized. The Summer Reset Series provides structured planning time for special educators to build sustainable systems before the school year begins. This hands-on experience blends short instructional bursts with guided work sessions so participants leave with completed materials. Focus Areas Include: Caseload and documentation systems, Instructional alignment to grade-level standards, Behavior systems and proactive supports, Collaboration and role clarity with co-teachers and related services, Compliance safeguards and implementation planning.

kim.hinton@ckec.org

Effective instruction and learning experiences for students are deeply rooted in knowledge of content standards. This in-person session provides clarity around the Kentucky Academic Standards for Mathematics. Participants will learn the overall architecture of the KAS-Math, progressions within the standards, and the rigor and expectation of standards. Additionally, participants will explore congruent instruction, using their own instructional resources as a lens. This session will include a particular focus on specially designed instruction for students with disabilities. 6 Hours of EILA/PD available.

mark.helton@ckec.org

You're invited to our first CKEC + Apple EDU Summit! Throughout the Summit you will get to experience hands-on learning designed to strengthen instructional impact across classrooms. We'll dive into hands-on learning with iPad to explore how it supports Multilingual Learners, boosts literacy growth, and personalizes learning for every student through built-in accessibility features. We will provide you with an iPad and LogiTech Crayon to use throughout the Summit.

erica.price@ckec.org

AI is moving fast — and so are the questions from teachers, parents, and students. This regional think tank brings together school, district, and teacher leaders from across the region. Over these two hours, participants will share existing AI policies and guidance from their own districts, learn from the experiences of peers facing the same challenges, and spend the majority of the session collaborating to prototype practical frameworks that can be adapted and taken back home. This isn't a lecture or a panel — it's a working session designed for the people closest to the problem to build solutions together.

holly.lawrence@ckec.org

Task boxes and structured work systems are powerful tools for building student independence, engagement, and skill generalization. In this interactive, in-person workshop, participants will explore structured work systems and learn how to design task boxes that support life skills, academics, and functional learning. Teachers will walk through implementation steps, visual supports, finished systems, and progress monitoring strategies. You'll leave knowing how to create task boxes that teach real skills, structure independent work systems, differentiate for all learners, reduce prompt dependency, and track student progress. 6 hours of PD credit.

erica.price@ckec.org

Effective social studies instruction begins with a deep understanding of the Kentucky Academic Standards (KAS) for Social Studies. In this full-day session, K-12 educators will engage in an interactive exploration of the vision, design, and instructional implications of the standards. Participants will unpack the architecture and organization of the KAS, focusing on the integration of disciplinary concepts, inquiry practices, and inquiry practice skills to enhance student learning. 6 hours of PD/EILA credit will be provided.

sherra.caudill@ckec.org

Effective science instruction begins with a deep understanding of the Kentucky Academic Standards (KAS) for Science. In this full-day session, K-12 educators will engage in an interactive exploration of the vision, design, and instructional implications of the standards. Participants will unpack the architecture and organization of the KAS, focusing on the three dimensions: science and engineering practices, crosscutting concepts, and disciplinary core ideas. 6 hours of PD/EILA credit will be provided.

holly.lawrence@ckec.org

This professional development session provides educators with an in-depth understanding of the UFLI Foundations program—a comprehensive, systematic phonics curriculum developed by the University of Florida Literacy Institute. Grounded in the science of reading, UFLI Foundations is designed to help educators deliver explicit and sequential instruction in phonemic awareness, phonics, decoding, encoding, and irregular word recognition. Participants will receive a copy of UFLI Foundations and each will receive 6 PD hours for attending.

erica.price@ckec.org

Strong PLCs don't happen by chance—they happen through intentional planning and focused collaboration. During this interactive session, we'll explore key ideas from Make It Happen: Coaching With the 4 Critical Questions of PLCs at Work and connect them directly to the work happening in your school. Participants will reflect on current PLC structures, examine the four critical questions that drive effective teams, and collaborate with other instructional leaders. Fee: $50.00 CKEC Member Districts / $100.00 Non-CKEC Member Districts.

lindsey.ellis@ckec.org

All behavior communicates something. Our job is to figure out what the student is trying to say. This training focuses on understanding the message behind student behavior. Participants will explore how behavior serves a purpose and how Antecedent Behavior Consequence (ABC) data can help identify patterns and triggers. Educators will learn practical ways to observe, document, and analyze behavior in order to guide more effective responses and interventions. 2 PD/EILA Hours will be provided.

trae.jones@ckec.org

This work session is ideal for MTSS teams to plan together and collaborate with other teams. Time will be spent considering topics such as self-assessment, workflow (including paperwork and communication), how to operationalize MTSS at the secondary level, tiered delivery models, as well as other needs as determined by teams. 6 Hours of EILA/PD available.

mark.helton@ckec.org

Bring math to life with engagement strategies that build conceptual understanding in mathematics class for all learners! In this two hour virtual professional development, you'll learn practical routines and strategies that spark curiosity, deepen reasoning, and keep students actively engaged. Rooted in the principles of vibrant learning, this session will equip you with tools and routines to create meaningful math experiences where every learner can connect, explore, and truly understand mathematical concepts.

maryruth.hertweck@ckec.org

The behaviors we pay attention to are often the behaviors that grow. This training explores how reinforcement shapes student behavior and how intentional use of reinforcement can increase positive behaviors in the classroom. Participants will learn how to identify meaningful reinforcers and use reinforcement strategically to strengthen desired behaviors. Educators will leave with practical strategies for improving behavior and classroom climate. 3 PD/EILA Hours will be provided.

trae.jones@ckec.org

This one-hour virtual session will provide an overview of CKEC's Rank Change Program. It will cover the program requirements, cost, application process, connection to LETRS and Numeracy Counts Academies, calendar, and answer any questions participants might have.

tci@ckec.org

Join fellow Building Assessment Coordinators (BACs) for a year of collaborative learning and connection! This cadre provides a dedicated space to stay current on assessment updates, share effective practices, and problem-solve common challenges together. We will meet in person to kick off the cadre and follow up with virtual meetings throughout the year. Fee: CKEC Member District No Fee / $100.00 Non-CKEC Member Fee.

tabor.placido@ckec.org

Discover how children's literature can become a powerful entry point for meaningful math instruction in Elementary MSD classrooms. In this interactive session, teachers will learn how to select and examine texts to uncover rich mathematical ideas within the stories and design engaging lessons that connect stories with problem solving. Participants will explore strategies that create accessible, meaningful math experiences for elementary students with significant disabilities and other complex learning needs.

maryruth.hertweck@ckec.org

Improvement requires change. As leaders, our job is to collect input from stakeholders, develop a shared plan that everyone can agree on, and then get to work. In this session, participants will gain the valuable tools needed to overcome the challenge of Vocal Opposers, Polite Non-Starters, and Quiet Quitters - and ignite the motivation for change. 3 EILA Hours.

david.young@ckec.org

Summer Reset Series: From Overwhelmed to Organized. The Summer Reset Series provides structured planning time for special educators to build sustainable systems before the school year begins. This hands-on experience blends short instructional bursts with guided work sessions so participants leave with completed materials. Focus Areas Include: Caseload and documentation systems, Instructional alignment to grade-level standards, Behavior systems and proactive supports, Collaboration and role clarity with co-teachers and related services, Compliance safeguards and implementation planning.

kim.hinton@ckec.org

NOTE: This session is SOLD OUT. There is a repeat session offered on July 29th. Join the Kentucky Department of Education and the Central Kentucky Educational Cooperative for a collaborative session exploring the updated Kentucky Academic Standards for Reading and Writing. Together, participants will build a shared understanding of the architecture and key revisions of the standards, examine the critical role of Standard 10 in shaping reading comprehension instruction, and explore how to bundle standards through grade-appropriate, complex text and text-based writing.

tabor.placido@ckec.org

Effective instruction and learning experiences for students are deeply rooted in knowledge of content standards. This in-person session provides clarity around the Kentucky Academic Standards for Mathematics. Participants will learn the overall architecture of the KAS-Math, progressions within the standards, and the rigor and expectation of standards. Additionally, participants will explore congruent instruction, using their own instructional resources as a lens. 6 Hours of EILA/PD available.

mark.helton@ckec.org

This session is an introductory training designed to help educators, paraeducators, and school staff build a foundational understanding of autism. Participants will learn key characteristics of autism, common strengths and challenges, sensory and communication differences, and practical classroom strategies that support learning and behavior. This session provides real-world examples, easy-to-use tools, and actionable strategies educators can implement immediately. Participants will receive a 3-hour PD certificate.

erica.price@ckec.org

Effective social studies instruction begins with a deep understanding of the Kentucky Academic Standards (KAS) for Social Studies. In this full-day session, K-12 educators will engage in an interactive exploration of the vision, design, and instructional implications of the standards. Participants will unpack the architecture and organization of the KAS, focusing on the integration of disciplinary concepts, inquiry practices, and inquiry practice skills to enhance student learning. 6 hours of PD/EILA credit will be provided.

sherra.caudill@ckec.org

Strong evaluation practices are a key to school improvement, but sometimes the process becomes so regimented and formal that we miss authentic opportunities for teacher growth. In this session, administrators will receive practical evaluation tools and strategies that lead to student success. Participants should bring their district's certified evaluation plan. 6 EILA Hours Credit.

david.young@ckec.org

The Special Education Paraprofessional Academy is a high-impact professional learning experience designed to equip paraprofessionals with the knowledge, tools, and confidence they need to support students with disabilities effectively. Through a blend of interactive training sessions, hands-on strategies, and real-world application, participants will deepen their understanding of instructional support, behavior management, communication strategies, and compliance basics. 6 PD Hours will be provided.

maryruth.hertweck@ckec.org

Effective science instruction begins with a deep understanding of the Kentucky Academic Standards (KAS) for Science. In this full-day session, K-12 educators will engage in an interactive exploration of the vision, design, and instructional implications of the standards. Participants will unpack the architecture and organization of the KAS, focusing on the three dimensions: science and engineering practices, crosscutting concepts, and disciplinary core ideas. 6 hours of PD/EILA credit will be provided.

holly.lawrence@ckec.org

This two hour virtual training is intended for educators who work with students in a general education setting, co-teaching setting, or resource setting. Participants will learn strategies for differentiating instruction for students on a variety of achievement levels. There will be an emphasis on differentiation within math stations.

maryruth.hertweck@ckec.org

When students escalate, adult reactions can either calm the situation or make it worse. This training helps educators recognize the stages of behavioral escalation and respond in ways that prevent situations from intensifying. Participants will explore how adult responses influence student behavior and learn practical de-escalation strategies. Educators will leave with tools to reduce power struggles and support students in returning to a calm, ready-to-learn state. 6 PD/EILA Hours will be provided.

trae.jones@ckec.org

New MSD teachers are asked to manage instruction, behavior, communication systems, schedules, and team coordination — often all at once. This session provides a structured roadmap for building a successful MSD classroom. Participants will explore practical systems for developing a collaborative classroom team, understanding student needs and IEP requirements, organizing instructional spaces, creating schedules, implementing AAC supports, and addressing behavior through function-based strategies. Participants will receive 6 hours of PD credit.

erica.price@ckec.org

Promoting inquiry and literacy without losing content coverage is possible with Document-Based Questions (DBQs). In this dynamic one-day workshop, the DBQ Project team will equip educators with practical strategies to build historical thinking, support all learners, and strengthen argumentative writing - all through inquiry based units mirroring the evidence-based writing and synthesis of SAT and AP level expectations. Fee: $100.00 CKEC Member Districts / $125.00 Non-CKEC Member Districts.

sherra.caudill@ckec.org

Thinking Maps is a set of 8 visual patterns that correlate to specific cognitive processes. Based on the building blocks of brain-based learning, they are used across all grades and content areas to build critical thinking, problem-solving, comprehension, and communication skills. Participants will receive a copy of Thinking Maps: A Language for Learning, 2nd Ed. Teacher's Guide. Fee: $125.00 CKEC Member Districts / $200.00 Non-CKEC Member Districts.

holly.lawrence@ckec.org

Specially Designed Instruction is a key element of providing special education services. SDI and Co-teaching together will assist in closing achievement gaps and support your students with disabilities on their path to success. This session will highlight the why and how of SDI and Co-Teaching, while providing you with actionable tools to integrate these practices effectively within your school environment. Co-teaching teams are recommended but not required. 6 EILA Hours will be provided.

kim.hinton@ckec.org

This is a repeat of the session offered on July 20th. Join us for a collaborative session exploring the updated Kentucky Academic Standards for Reading and Writing. Together, participants will build a shared understanding of the architecture and key revisions of the standards, examine the critical role of Standard 10 in shaping reading comprehension instruction, and explore how to bundle standards through grade-appropriate, complex text and text-based writing.

tabor.placido@ckec.org

Inquiry in Motion equips you with the tools to design lessons that move students from passive participants to powerful thinkers. Through hands-on exploration of the Inquiry Design Model (IDM), you'll learn how to craft compelling questions, design meaningful inquiry tasks, and facilitate learning experiences that turn listeners into investigators. By the end of the day, you'll leave with a completed inquiry unit, actionable strategies, and a classroom culture fueled by curiosity, exploration, and discovery. 6 hours of EILA/PD Credit. Fee: Free for CKEC Member Districts / $125.00 Non-CKEC Member Districts.

sherra.caudill@ckec.org

What does it take to design a lesson that's clear, cohesive, and cognitively engaging? In this hands-on refresher session, we'll dive back into the 7 Components of an Ideal Lesson and revisit how each component aligns with the brain-based 6-phase model for student learning. Participants will explore high-impact strategies like using flashbacks to support retrieval practice and congruent learning targets. We'll analyze how your HQIR aligns with the 7 Components and make intentional adjustments to ensure the most effective lessons. 6 hours of EILA/PD Credit.

sherra.caudill@ckec.org