TIU 11 UNIFIED IN-SERVICE 2024
September 20, 2024
TIU 11 UNIFIED IN-SERVICE DAY AGENDA
Wyndham Gettysburg September 20, 2024
9:00 a.m. - 9:20 a.m.: Registration
9:20 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.: Welcome & Service Awards (Salon ABCD) Dr. Shawn Kovac
10:15 a.m. - 11:20 a.m.: General Session (Salon ABCD)Obstacle to Opportunity presented by Derrick Tennant
Derrick Tennant made the most of a tragedy in his life by creating an opportunity for a career. As a promising athlete, Tennant was progressing in his dream for a career in sports when one evening he laid down but did not wake up for three days.
Paralyzed and in a coma, Tennant underwent brain surgery from which he became unable to move his left side. It would take years of therapy to relearn the basics like walking, talking and simple daily tasks. Tennant is still unable to use his left arm and he walks with a limp, but he has learned a lot through this process.
When it comes to a corporate entertainment it's important to find an act that can both make you laugh, and effectively communicate a powerful message. Having overcome a lot in his life, Tennant is just that act. Bringing his message of turning “Obstacles into Opportunities”, Tennant inspires, motivates and energizes his audience and keeps them smiling all along.
11:20 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.: Kades-Margolis (Salon ABCD) G. Mark Blaschak
11:45 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.: LUNCH (Salon ABCD)
***** PLEASE Select one breakout session from each time frame.
1:00 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.: Breakout Session 1 (SELECT ONLY ONE)
- 1A. Continuing the Conversation with Derrick (Salon ABC) Derrick Tennant
- 1B. AI Tools and Privacy (Eisenhower Room) Josh Wakefield, Jigar Patel and Dr. Eric Yoder
- 1C. It’s Just a Bump On the Head . . . Or Is It? (Salon EF) Lisa Kruse and Betsy Cox
- 1D. Destress and Decompress: A Self-Guided Wellness Workshop (Salon D) Denise Shugarts and Dawn Lynn
1:45 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.: BREAK
2:00 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.: Breakout Session 2 (SELECT ONLY ONE)
- 2E. Let’s Focus on T.I. YOU! (Lincoln Room) Karin Knode and Lori McMonigal
- 2F. HR and You (Stars and Stripes Room) Stephanie Bilger
- 2G. Learning about Your Team (Salon D Room) Alicia Hull and Timothy Miller
- 2H. A11Y: Did You Know?!? (Salon EF) Staci Young and Erin McManamon
- 2I. What’s New in Ed Tech at TIU 11 (Eisenhower Room) Josh Wakefield, Jigar Patel and Dr. Eric Yoder
2:45 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.: Submit Evaluation and Departure
HAVE A SAFE DRIVE HOME AND A GREAT SCHOOL YEAR!
Registration closed on 9/1/2024
Available Credit or Activity Hours
Act 48 Activity Hours
Sessions
Friday, September 20
9:20 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. Welcome & Service Awards (Salon ABC) Dr. Shawn Kovac
10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. General Session (Salon ABC) Obstacle to Opportunity Derrick Tennant
11:15 a.m. - 11:35 a.m. Kades-Margolis (Salon ABC) G. Mark Blaschak
11:35 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. Equitable Solutions (Salon ABC) Tyrell Bowman
In an era where artificial intelligence (AI) tools are increasingly woven into the fabric of our daily professional and personal lives, understanding and safeguarding privacy is more crucial than ever. This session will explore the complex interplay between AI technologies and privacy concerns. We will share the latest advancements in AI tools, the data they collect, and the implications for privacy rights. We will discuss practical strategies for implementing AI
responsibly, ensuring compliance with privacy laws, and maintaining public trust. (Note: AI was used to tweak and modify this description).
Presenters: Jigar Patel, Josh Wakefield, Eric Yoder
MoreIt’s just a bump on the head, or is it? What happens when the brain is injured and how can it affect daily learning and behavior? Join us as we learn about how the brain functions and how acquired brain injuries can affect students’ academic performance. Our IU has a team of trained individuals who support students with brain injuries through the PDE statewide initiative, BrainSteps. In this interactive session, we will explore learning interventions and
strategies and provide resources.
PRESENTERS: Lisa Kruse and Betsy Cox, TaC
MoreThis interactive workshop will leave you feeling zen and recharged! Join the presenters as they guide you through resilience building exercises and skills that are designed for everybody to use in everyday life. Resilience is the process and outcome of successfully adapting to life’s stressors. In other words, resilience is our ability to bounce back when we are faced with challenges. Destress and Decompress will be comprised of multiple stations of wellness practices that our participants will rotate through. Some examples of stations include chair
yoga/chair stretching, mandala station, journaling, and more!
PRESENTERS: Denise Shugarts, LSW and Dawn Lynn; TaC
MoreOur mission at TIU is Connecting people, Building communities, and Improving lives. Each one of us contributes to this mission in unique ways through diverse programming and service delivery. The Annual Inservice provides an awesome opportunity for us to be together and get to know our fellow TIU colleagues a little better. Join us to participate in an interactive networking session that will get participants up, moving, and chatting through a series of structured activities. Participants will have fun, strengthen relationships, and also obtain at least four specific group activities that they can take and use at a future meeting, training,
conference, or family reunion when they wish to make connections before diving into content!
Presenters: Karin Knode, Lori McMonigal
MoreThis session is designed to provide, in one place, the key resources needed for employees to understand benefits and HR practices/policies of the Tuscarora Intermediate Unit #11. We will cover general HR information, benefits overview, FMLA, contact information, employee portal tips and tricks, and any legal updates.
Presenter: Stephanie Bilger
More In the Native American culture, the medicine wheel explores similarities and differences in people and how this diversity impacts teamwork. Exploring the
characteristics of each part of the wheel will help participants determine how each of them contributes to their team, who they work best with, and how to appreciate and improve their working relationships with those who might be a challenge to work with.
Presenters: Alicia Hull, Tim Miller
MoreJoin us to optimize the power of the technology sitting in the palm of your hand!
We will dive into features within the platform you access daily AND you will learn
how these accessibility (A11Y) features may help you in your everyday life! Bring
along your mobile device and get ready to explore!
PRESENTERS: Staci Young and Erin McManamon
In this session, presenters will highlight changes in Ed Tech and showcase new tools in the TIU 11 toolkit that will benefit our employees, programs, and districts. We will share updates from the technology department that highlight new software availability and processes for making sure your devices and accounts are secured.
Presenters: Jigar Patel, Josh Wakefield, Eric Yoder
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