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DTSTAMP:20260915T124709Z
DTSTART:20261114T151500Z
DTEND:20261114T175000Z
SUMMARY:iReady Math
DESCRIPTION:This session is locked for only our elementary iReady Math pilot teachers.
CATEGORIES:ELEMENTARY
LOCATION:28 Maker Space
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://oct2026staffdev.sched.com/event/7b2cb2f8af6cf9a6a91daca684535c9b
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DTSTAMP:20260915T124709Z
DTSTART:20261114T151500Z
DTEND:20261114T160000Z
SUMMARY:Brisk to the Head of the Class
DESCRIPTION:Explore the features of Brisk Teaching AI. &nbsp\;Discover how to use Brisk to support student learning needs. &nbsp\;Explore ways Brisk AI can improve your teacher workflow and save you time. The use with students is more applicable at the secondary level.
CATEGORIES:ELEMENTARY & SECONDARY
LOCATION:201
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://oct2026staffdev.sched.com/event/4b9553b870974e4d0bbc69b408b3edb8
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DTSTAMP:20260915T124709Z
DTSTART:20261114T151500Z
DTEND:20261114T160000Z
SUMMARY:Infinitec Sessions for Continuing Ed.
DESCRIPTION:Come to this session to work on your license renewal. Participants will go into Infinitec and select the appropriate session. You will need to bring your own headphones\, know your license number and what continuing ed requirements you still need.
CATEGORIES:ELEMENTARY & SECONDARY
LOCATION:162
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://oct2026staffdev.sched.com/event/9a0f76eb186adb1193c645f745e799d4
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DTSTAMP:20260915T124709Z
DTSTART:20261114T151500Z
DTEND:20261114T160000Z
SUMMARY:Know the Truth: Substance Use Disorder
DESCRIPTION:As a C.P.R.S (certified peer recovery specialist) my goal is to come alongside the youth of Chisago county that are facing the impact of substance use and related mental health challenges\, and to provide resources that educate\, engage\, and empower a life of recovery. In this session\, I will share examples of how we support students and the current state of the Fentanyl crisis. Come and ask your questions about substance use disorder and vaping as well.\n\n
CATEGORIES:ELEMENTARY & SECONDARY
LOCATION:Room 23
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://oct2026staffdev.sched.com/event/268a566a2808e1705a252ac67978f98c
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DTSTAMP:20260915T124709Z
DTSTART:20261114T151500Z
DTEND:20261114T175000Z
SUMMARY:Special Education Transition Meetings
DESCRIPTION:This session is locked for Special Education teachers K-8 who are attending transition meetings.&nbsp\;
CATEGORIES:ELEMENTARY & SECONDARY
LOCATION:HS Media Center
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://oct2026staffdev.sched.com/event/0af5f6694d1703def8b2480b41339b44
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DTSTAMP:20260915T124709Z
DTSTART:20261114T151500Z
DTEND:20261114T160000Z
SUMMARY:Supporting Students Struggling with Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:This training will provide information regarding what mental health challenges may look like\, why these behaviors occur\, and interventions teachers and school staff can use to support these students. It will also touch upon how perspective can impact how we\, as adults\, interact with struggling students. The goal is for you to leave with a better idea about how to interact with struggling students and more tools for your own communication toolbox. &nbsp\;This will meet CEU requirement for Mental Health.\n\n
CATEGORIES:ELEMENTARY & SECONDARY
LOCATION:205
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://oct2026staffdev.sched.com/event/73f7140b0a1316c09cd8dbd5e8aca8b2
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DTSTAMP:20260915T124709Z
DTSTART:20261114T151500Z
DTEND:20261114T160000Z
SUMMARY:Tech Work Session
DESCRIPTION:This is just time to work with tech staff available to support you in what you need. Possible areas you may have questions on: Synergy\, Schoology\, Go Guardian\, Student Support Time (WIN Software)\, Google Updates\, Google Drive\, G Drive Desktop app\, how to best collaborate\, and file organization.
CATEGORIES:ELEMENTARY & SECONDARY
LOCATION:30
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://oct2026staffdev.sched.com/event/d950b3030753993f7de182104ee5cbf6
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DTSTAMP:20260915T124709Z
DTSTART:20261114T151500Z
DTEND:20261114T160000Z
SUMMARY:Why are some of the Native Students Blonde?
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the basics of the Ojibwe/Dakota heritage of our students and some of the complicated issues that can come up for our students with diverse backgrounds. &nbsp\;Learn about some history lessons to take into account when integrating Native concepts into our lessons or interacting with families from multi-ethnic backgrounds along with time to ask questions. &nbsp\;This session will meet the new CEU requirement for teaching American Indian Culture and History.
CATEGORIES:ELEMENTARY & SECONDARY
LOCATION:213
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://oct2026staffdev.sched.com/event/68e9ace45b8fbd97d765e7b36679b2c3
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260915T124709Z
DTSTART:20261114T151500Z
DTEND:20261114T160000Z
SUMMARY:Interactive Hardware/Software Options for 2025
DESCRIPTION:Come see:&nbsp\;Annotate.net software that will allow you to have Activinspire like tools for any device and let you annotate\, record and share with students. &nbsp\;Wacom Interactive tablets - These devices will allow you mobility and interactivity while teaching. &nbsp\;You are no longer tied to the front of the classroom for demonstration purposes. &nbsp\;Google Cast hardware designed to work with Chrome only apps. &nbsp\;Great for use in chromebooks classrooms. &nbsp\;If you don't have an interactive display and would like to see some other options that make your classroom more interactive and allow &nbsp\;you to use any device for instruction\, this is the class for you.
CATEGORIES:SECONDARY
LOCATION:216
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://oct2026staffdev.sched.com/event/9fff58e67b15df8be39d08a50cc9a3a3
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DTSTAMP:20260915T124709Z
DTSTART:20261114T151500Z
DTEND:20261114T160000Z
SUMMARY:Magic School AI
DESCRIPTION:Are you curious about how to use AI in your classroom but don't know where to start? Come learn about a website called Magic School AI to see if there are some tools you could use to make some of your teaching tasks easier and more efficient.&nbsp\; If you already attended this session in November\, you are welcome to join again and use the time to try out new things with Magic School AI.\n\n
CATEGORIES:SECONDARY
LOCATION:217
SEQUENCE:0
UID:16ea55f4ddfc7712a66792feb7b8d6aa
URL:http://oct2026staffdev.sched.com/event/16ea55f4ddfc7712a66792feb7b8d6aa
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DTSTAMP:20260915T124709Z
DTSTART:20261114T151500Z
DTEND:20261114T175000Z
SUMMARY:MS English Work Session (closed session)
DESCRIPTION:
CATEGORIES:SECONDARY
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://oct2026staffdev.sched.com/event/ead75d15865dee569e938f2531bfabd4
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DTSTAMP:20260915T124709Z
DTSTART:20261114T151500Z
DTEND:20261114T160000Z
SUMMARY:Turn it in and Revision History
DESCRIPTION:This session will provide a review of the Turnitin platform and academic honesty within classes. Staff will be able to ask questions\, discuss current platform use\, and determine next steps. There will also be a discussion\, led by the trainers\, regarding plagiarism policies and citation methods.
CATEGORIES:SECONDARY
LOCATION:MS MEDIA CENTER
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://oct2026staffdev.sched.com/event/217e86c77777f614c48d397e1552ab8f
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DTSTAMP:20260915T124709Z
DTSTART:20261114T161000Z
DTEND:20261114T165500Z
SUMMARY:Reading WIN Time Planning
DESCRIPTION:As you look ahead at spring benchmarking\, use this time to work on your reading WIN Time. Michelle can help you match resources and instructional strategies to your student's needs.&nbsp\;
CATEGORIES:ELEMENTARY
LOCATION:27
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://oct2026staffdev.sched.com/event/4bd8b24d706fd5fa3e5ae30897b33d8d
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DTSTAMP:20260915T124709Z
DTSTART:20261114T161000Z
DTEND:20261114T165500Z
SUMMARY:Strive for 5
DESCRIPTION:Teachers know that encouraging young children to talk and listen improves their ability to communicate. The book\, Strive for Five\, gives them a power tool aligned with the science of reading. These responsive conversations start with what children say and continue as the teacher listens and responds over five turns—with the goal of stretching their talking and thinking\, knowledge\, vocabulary\, reasoning\, and other skills that underpin reading success. Participants will receive a copy of the book with their registration.
CATEGORIES:ELEMENTARY
LOCATION:202
SEQUENCE:0
UID:27e3b8b81e89384d75ea27a8fa8c3e40
URL:http://oct2026staffdev.sched.com/event/27e3b8b81e89384d75ea27a8fa8c3e40
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260915T124709Z
DTSTART:20261114T161000Z
DTEND:20261114T165500Z
SUMMARY:Brisk to the Head of the Class
DESCRIPTION:Explore the features of Brisk Teaching AI. &nbsp\;Discover how to use Brisk to support student learning needs. &nbsp\;Explore ways Brisk AI can improve your teacher workflow and save you time. The use with students is more applicable at the secondary level.&nbsp\;\n\n
CATEGORIES:ELEMENTARY & SECONDARY
LOCATION:201
SEQUENCE:0
UID:014fac70141cd13357ba0d0de80e1f65
URL:http://oct2026staffdev.sched.com/event/014fac70141cd13357ba0d0de80e1f65
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260915T124709Z
DTSTART:20261114T161000Z
DTEND:20261114T165500Z
SUMMARY:Infinitec Sessions for Continuing Ed.
DESCRIPTION:Come to this session to work on your license renewal. Participants will go into Infinitec and select the appropriate session. You will need to bring your own headphones\, know your license number and what continuing ed requirements you still need.
CATEGORIES:ELEMENTARY & SECONDARY
LOCATION:162
SEQUENCE:0
UID:99dec8f00cd46a8997e6af27cbe6a922
URL:http://oct2026staffdev.sched.com/event/99dec8f00cd46a8997e6af27cbe6a922
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DTSTAMP:20260915T124709Z
DTSTART:20261114T161000Z
DTEND:20261114T165500Z
SUMMARY:Intro to Canva - Part 1
DESCRIPTION:\nThis session is designed to introduce educators to Canva\, a powerful and user-friendly graphic design tool. &nbsp\;Topics covered will include: Canva Basics: Understanding the Canva interface\, creating accounts\, and exploring basic design principles.
CATEGORIES:ELEMENTARY & SECONDARY
LOCATION:MS MEDIA CENTER
SEQUENCE:0
UID:dd60ac38c983626a5e05db7a8d528ff4
URL:http://oct2026staffdev.sched.com/event/dd60ac38c983626a5e05db7a8d528ff4
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260915T124709Z
DTSTART:20261114T161000Z
DTEND:20261114T165500Z
SUMMARY:Know the Truth - Substance Use Disorder
DESCRIPTION:As a C.P.R.S (certified peer recovery specialist) my goal is to come alongside the youth of Chisago county that are facing the impact of substance use and related mental health challenges\, and to provide resources that educate\, engage\, and empower a life of recovery. In this session\, I will share examples of how we support students and the current state of the Fentanyl crisis. Come and ask your questions about substance use disorder and vaping as well.\n\n
CATEGORIES:ELEMENTARY & SECONDARY
LOCATION:Room 23
SEQUENCE:0
UID:f858fb3c34c381100852cc7b6cd867b9
URL:http://oct2026staffdev.sched.com/event/f858fb3c34c381100852cc7b6cd867b9
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DTSTAMP:20260915T124709Z
DTSTART:20261114T161000Z
DTEND:20261114T165500Z
SUMMARY:Suicide Prevention (Basic): Gatekeeper Training
DESCRIPTION:&nbsp\;This training program —"More Than Sad" from the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention— focuses on teachers' "gatekeeping" skills. Learn how to recognize the warning signs of suicide and have courageous conversations with students to get them help. This session is designed with the suicide prevention teacher license renewal requirement in mind. ** This is the same session Nic has presented previously. This will meet CEU requirements for Suicide Awareness.
CATEGORIES:ELEMENTARY & SECONDARY
LOCATION:217
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://oct2026staffdev.sched.com/event/1d2dab03e4ba1b7b39b798a9dd380c25
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260915T124709Z
DTSTART:20261114T161000Z
DTEND:20261114T165500Z
SUMMARY:Supporting Students Struggling with Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:This training will provide information regarding what mental health challenges may look like\, why these behaviors occur\, and interventions teachers and school staff can use to support these students. It will also touch upon how perspective can impact how we\, as adults\, interact with struggling students. The goal is for you to leave with a better idea about how to interact with struggling students and more tools for your own communication toolbox. &nbsp\;This will meet CEU requirement for Mental Health.\n\n
CATEGORIES:ELEMENTARY & SECONDARY
LOCATION:205
SEQUENCE:0
UID:9ae071216316104db6b22028308aad87
URL:http://oct2026staffdev.sched.com/event/9ae071216316104db6b22028308aad87
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260915T124709Z
DTSTART:20261114T161000Z
DTEND:20261114T165500Z
SUMMARY:Tech Work Session
DESCRIPTION:This is just time to work with tech staff available to support you in what you need. Possible areas you may have questions on: Synergy\, Schoology\, Go Guardian\, Student Support Time (WIN Software)\, Google Updates\, Google Drive\, G Drive Desktop app\, how to best collaborate\, and file organization.
CATEGORIES:ELEMENTARY & SECONDARY
LOCATION:30
SEQUENCE:0
UID:1065e1bb886cf81918e543ddaa6d8086
URL:http://oct2026staffdev.sched.com/event/1065e1bb886cf81918e543ddaa6d8086
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260915T124709Z
DTSTART:20261114T161000Z
DTEND:20261114T165500Z
SUMMARY:Why Are Some of the Native Students Blonde?
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the basics of the Ojibwe/Dakota heritage of our students and some of the complicated issues that can come up for our students with diverse backgrounds. &nbsp\;Learn about some history lessons to take into account when integrating Native concepts into our lessons or interacting with families from multi-ethnic backgrounds along with time to ask questions. &nbsp\;This session will meet the new CEU requirement for teaching American Indian Culture and History.
CATEGORIES:ELEMENTARY & SECONDARY
LOCATION:213
SEQUENCE:0
UID:7a9853409ed8d890ebcea1ffd4336ec7
URL:http://oct2026staffdev.sched.com/event/7a9853409ed8d890ebcea1ffd4336ec7
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260915T124709Z
DTSTART:20261114T170500Z
DTEND:20261114T175000Z
SUMMARY:Tech Work Session
DESCRIPTION:This is just time to work with tech staff available to support you in what you need. Possible areas you may have questions on: Synergy\, Schoology\, Go Guardian\, Student Support Time (WIN Software)\, Google Updates\, Google Drive\, G Drive Desktop app\, how to best collaborate\, and file organization.
CATEGORIES:ELEMENTARY & SECONDARY
LOCATION:30
SEQUENCE:0
UID:414ba7dc4bdff5feeafaad2f1b06fc02
URL:http://oct2026staffdev.sched.com/event/414ba7dc4bdff5feeafaad2f1b06fc02
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260915T124709Z
DTSTART:20261114T170500Z
DTEND:20261114T175000Z
SUMMARY:Interactive Hardware/Software Options for 2025
DESCRIPTION:Come see:&nbsp\;Annotate.net software that will allow you to have Activinspire like tools for any device and let you annotate\, record and share with students. &nbsp\;Wacom Interactive tablets - These devices will allow you mobility and interactivity while teaching. &nbsp\;You are no longer tied to the front of the classroom for demonstration purposes. &nbsp\;Google Cast hardware designed to work with Chrome only apps. &nbsp\;Great for use in chromebooks classrooms. &nbsp\;If you don't have an interactive display and would like to see some other options that make your classroom more interactive and allow &nbsp\;you to use any device for instruction\, this is the class for you.
CATEGORIES:SECONDARY
LOCATION:216
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://oct2026staffdev.sched.com/event/63aa1fece2a5310776f967472417a945
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