District 196 Community Education

2E: Understanding Our Twice Exceptional Students DGC-2E-003 CRN EDUX 514 1.5 quarter credit through District 196 or a 1 semester credit co-sponsored by Concordia University and District 196 The term “twice exceptional” or “2E” refers to intellectually gifted students who have one or more learning needs, such as dyslexia, ADHD, OCD or autism. Twice-exceptional students may think and process information differently. Like many other gifted children, 2E children may be more emotionally and intellectually sensitive than children of average intelligence. At the same time, due to their learning differences, twice exceptional kids struggle with what other kids do easily. This course outlines characteristics of 2E learners, shares the perspective of stakeholders in a 2E child’s life, and provides classroom strategies for work with 2E students. Coursework can be completed at your own pace between January 9 - March 1. 45 hours of instruction equals one semester credit * District graduate quarter credits can be used for movement on the salary schedule but generally will not transfer from district to district. For an additional $175.00 fee an individual may obtain 1 semester graduate credit from Concordia University. Tuition is due and payable in full by the first class session. Course approval forms need to be completed. Courses may be used for renewal units. ** Individuals at MA+60 may audit any courses for $28.15 per quarter credit. Individuals “auditing” classes are expected to complete class assignments.

Family Engagement and Student Success DGC-FESS-001 CRN EDUX 1.5 quarter credit through District 196 or a 1 semester credit co-sponsored by Concordia University and District 196 Teachers and schools can develop a culture that welcomes and further encourages parent engagement. This course is for staff who wish to bridge the gap between their students, guardians/parents and the academic setting. Research shows that positive family engagement in schools: is closely linked to better student behavior, increased attendance, higher academic achievement and enhanced social skills for students. The course will look at current research, provide narratives that often go unheard and offer a framework for future planning. It is up to educators and communities to transform thecollective mindset and work together to create new opportunities for the caregivers and family engagement in our schools. Coursework can be completed at your own pace between January 9 - March 1. 45 hours of instruction equals one semester credit * District graduate quarter credits can be used for movement on the salary schedule but generally will not transfer from district to district. For an additional $175.00 fee an individual may obtain 1 semester graduate credit from Concordia University. Tuition is due and payable in full by the first class session. Course approval forms need to be completed. Courses may be used for renewal units. ** Individuals at MA+60 may audit any courses for $28.15 per quarter credit. Individuals “auditing” classes are expected to complete class assignments.

Restorative Teacher - "How can we do LESS?" DGC-RT-001 CRN EDUX 1.5 quarter credit through District 196 or a 1 semester credit co-sponsored by Concordia University and District 196 Participants in this course will learn how to build a tool kit for intentional ways to show up in their everyday lives. We will set intentions for restoring ourselves so that we can show up for those around us. We will begin our first meeting gathering as a community and creating vision boards to ground ourselves. We will meet on the Oak Ridge Campus on Saturday, January 7th (9 – 11) to begin our journey together. We will use the text “12 Tiny Things” by Barr and Rosher to guide our circle discussions and our weekly reflections. Our two Zoom Circles will focus on the Circle process and lived experience of being in community. This class incorporates self-inquiry and healing. We know that in order to show up for others we first have to show up for ourselves. Coursework can be completed at your own pace between January 7 - March 1. 45 hours of instruction equals one semester credit * District graduate quarter credits can be used for movement on the salary schedule but generally will not transfer from district to district. For an additional $175.00 fee an individual may obtain 1 semester graduate credit from Concordia University. Tuition is due and payable in full by the first class session. Course approval forms need to be completed. Courses may be used for renewal units. ** Individuals at MA+60 may audit any courses for $28.15 per quarter credit. Individuals “auditing” classes are expected to complete class assignments.

STEM Innovator® - Part 14: STEM Innovator Implementation ENTR 9660 0WKA 1.5 quarter credit through District 196 or 1 semester credit co-sponsored by The University of Iowa & District 196 This course is designed to support STEM Innovator® implementation and is available only to those who have completed Initial STEM Innovator training. This national program is research-driven and leading the nation in rethinking how education occurs for our most marginalized students. Educators will be empowered to embed innovation into existing programs. Coursework can be completed at your own pace through December 2. * District graduate quarter credits can be used for movement on the salary schedule but generally will not transfer from district to district. Course approval formsneed to be completed. ** Individuals at MA+60 may audit any courses for $25.00 per quarter credit. Individuals “auditing” classes are expected to complete class assignments

Under Pressure: Confronting the Epidemic of Stress and Anxiety in Girls DGC-UP-001 CRN EDUX 1.5 quarter credit through District 196 or a 1 semester credit co-sponsored by Concordia University and District 196 Though anxiety has risen among teens and young adults overall in the last 10 years, studies confirm that it has skyrocketed in girls. Research finds that the number of girls who said that they often felt nervous, worried, or fearful jumped 55 percent from 2009 to 2014 while the comparable number for adolescent boys has remained unchanged. Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health concern in the United States. Over 40 million adults in the U.S. (19.1%) have an anxiety disorder. Meanwhile, approximately 7% of children aged 3-17 experience issues with anxiety each year. Most people develop symptoms before age 21.-NAMI, 2022. Parents and educators are seeking tools to assist our female students when they are with us during their academic day. This course will utilize the book, Under Pressure: Confronting the Epidemic of Stress and Anxiety in Girls to understand the impacts of isolation and social anxiety, the importance of peers, social identity, connections, cognition, caring, cooperating, collaborating, and belonging. Coursework can be completed at your own pace between January 9 - March 1. 45 hours of instruction equals one semester credit * District graduate quarter credits can be used for movement on the salary schedule but generally will not transfer from district to district. For an additional $175.00 fee an individual may obtain 1 semester graduate credit from Concordia University. Tuition is due and payable in full by the first class session. Course approval forms need to be completed. Courses may be used for renewal units. ** Individuals at MA+60 may audit any courses for $28.15 per quarter credit. Individuals “auditing” classes are expected to complete class assignments.