Students have the greatest stake in their education but little, to no say, about their authentic learning experience. This is an open dialogue among students about reimagining education.
Inclusive High School Students : Wednesday, April 28th, 3pm-4:30pm
Latinx Female College Students: Saturday, May 1st, 10am-11:30am
Keynote Speaker: Lisa Wilson, Principal Founder, Coalition on Anti-Racist Education (CARE),
Reimagining Education with an Equity Lens
C.A.R.E. is committed to transformation through intention and action. We believe that people are important, and we MUST preserve that truth through strategic and deliberate actions that uphold diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice by advocating for human and civil rights. We are dedicated to helping families, educators, and communities by connecting people to existing programs that aid in restorative justice and creating new programs that will aid education, housing, and prison reform, and instigate changes in social policies. We lift one another up and celebrate our successes. We share resources and provide opportunities to one another based on individual specializations.
https://www.antiracismed.org
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
Rushton Hurley of NextVista.org, Guest of Long Beach City College
There are so many little things you can do to make learning easier for your students and teaching easier for you. We’ll look at what helps students connect with you and your content, and these ideas will be ones you can try right away.
This session is presented by a credentialed teacher.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
Dr. Rose G Maina, Los Angeles Trade Technical College Valarie Namocatcat, Los Angeles Trade Technical College
Do you want to make more money working with children? Learn the 5 rules of successful substitute teaching and how to get yourself ready to teach even with no units in Child Development. Will go over the job application process and a chance to meet an employer.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
Anti-Bias Education and Anti-Racist Education: What’s the Difference?
Dr. Alma Cortes, Professor of Child Development, Los Angeles Pierce College
This workshop will explore the different ways educators explore their own biases in the classroom as well as how to speak out and stand out to be anti-racist educators. Presenter will share her story, resources and tips for teaching with young children and working with families to explore these topics.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
Jennifer Helfend-Gomez, Stakeholder Engagement Manager
Looking for a quick and easy way to learn about CalSTRS and how it plays a large part in your retirement? This webinar is designed to provide you with the foundation you need to know as a CalSTRS member. You will learn important topics that include understanding the CalSTRS hybrid retirement system, contributions, creditable services and other resources CalSTRS offers based on your career stage. Take the first step in your life journey with CalSTRS.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
How to Build Your Classroomas a First-year Early Childhood Education (Preschool) Teacher
Janice Chan Jefferis, MA, El Camino College
This workshop will provide insight and useful strategies on how first-year preschool teachers can prepare and organize their classroom environment for optimal learning and engagement as well as practical strategies to establish a positive and collaborative classroom community in an early childhood or preschool setting.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
Doug Hughey, Professor, Child Development and Education, Mt. San Antonio College
People often talk about the pros and cons of being a teacher, but very few know of the many secrets to a successful, rewarding, and long-lasting teaching career. Join us to find out how you can apply these principles to YOUR career.
This session is presented by a credentialed teacher.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
Special Education Speaker Panel: Let’s SPAR for Exceptional Children: Support, Programs, Advocacy, and Resources
Dr. Marini Smith, Assistant Professor of Child Development and Education, West Los Angeles College Edward Biagiotti: Inclusion Specialist Kelley Coleman: Parent and Advocate for Children with Special Needs Nadhiya Ito: Speech and Language Pathologist, LA Speech and Language Therapy Center Lisa Mosko: Director of Special Education Advocacy, Speak UP Jonathan Rodil: Occupational Therapist, NAPA Center Noel Scott: Director of Special Education Programs, Five Keys Schools and Programs
Want to learn more about the world of special education from the perspective of parents and professionals in the field? This speaker panel will help to shed light on the complexities of the special education system, including advocacy, programs, and supportive services. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and gain valuable advice from experienced panelists.
This session is presented by a credentialed teacher.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
Mitch Middler, Teacher, Redondo Union High School, El Camino College Adjunct Faculty Valerie Huntly, Teacher, Newhall Elementary School Chris Bojorquez, Facilitator, iLEAD Agua Dulce Jadin Rosas, Teacher, Newhall Elementary School
Attend this session to learn more about the first years of teaching. The panel will include teachers from both traditional public schools and charter schools, and from a variety of grade levels. Learn about tips for success for your first years of teaching. The panel will also reflect on the shift in education during the pandemic and share how they stayed connected with their students throughout virtual learning.
This session is presented by a credentialed teacher.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
Keynote Speaker: Lisa Wilson, Principal Founder, Coalition on Anti-Racist Education (CARE),
Reimagining Education with an Equity Lens
C.A.R.E. is committed to transformation through intention and action. We believe that people are important, and we MUST preserve that truth through strategic and deliberate actions that uphold diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice by advocating for human and civil rights. We are dedicated to helping families, educators, and communities by connecting people to existing programs that aid in restorative justice and creating new programs that will aid education, housing, and prison reform, and instigate changes in social policies. We lift one another up and celebrate our successes. We share resources and provide opportunities to one another based on individual specializations.
https://www.antiracismed.org
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
Rushton Hurley of NextVista.org, Guest of Long Beach City College
There are so many little things you can do to make learning easier for your students and teaching easier for you. We’ll look at what helps students connect with you and your content, and these ideas will be ones you can try right away.
This session is presented by a credentialed teacher.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
Dr. Rose G Maina, Los Angeles Trade Technical College Valarie Namocatcat, Los Angeles Trade Technical College
Do you want to make more money working with children? Learn the 5 rules of successful substitute teaching and how to get yourself ready to teach even with no units in Child Development. Will go over the job application process and a chance to meet an employer.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
Anti-Bias Education and Anti-Racist Education: What’s the Difference?
Dr. Alma Cortes, Professor of Child Development, Los Angeles Pierce College
This workshop will explore the different ways educators explore their own biases in the classroom as well as how to speak out and stand out to be anti-racist educators. Presenter will share her story, resources and tips for teaching with young children and working with families to explore these topics.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
Jennifer Helfend-Gomez, Stakeholder Engagement Manager
Looking for a quick and easy way to learn about CalSTRS and how it plays a large part in your retirement? This webinar is designed to provide you with the foundation you need to know as a CalSTRS member. You will learn important topics that include understanding the CalSTRS hybrid retirement system, contributions, creditable services and other resources CalSTRS offers based on your career stage. Take the first step in your life journey with CalSTRS.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
How to Build Your Classroomas a First-year Early Childhood Education (Preschool) Teacher
Janice Chan Jefferis, MA, El Camino College
This workshop will provide insight and useful strategies on how first-year preschool teachers can prepare and organize their classroom environment for optimal learning and engagement as well as practical strategies to establish a positive and collaborative classroom community in an early childhood or preschool setting.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
Doug Hughey, Professor, Child Development and Education, Mt. San Antonio College
People often talk about the pros and cons of being a teacher, but very few know of the many secrets to a successful, rewarding, and long-lasting teaching career. Join us to find out how you can apply these principles to YOUR career.
This session is presented by a credentialed teacher.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
Special Education Speaker Panel: Let’s SPAR for Exceptional Children: Support, Programs, Advocacy, and Resources
Dr. Marini Smith, Assistant Professor of Child Development and Education, West Los Angeles College Edward Biagiotti: Inclusion Specialist Kelley Coleman: Parent and Advocate for Children with Special Needs Nadhiya Ito: Speech and Language Pathologist, LA Speech and Language Therapy Center Lisa Mosko: Director of Special Education Advocacy, Speak UP Jonathan Rodil: Occupational Therapist, NAPA Center Noel Scott: Director of Special Education Programs, Five Keys Schools and Programs
Want to learn more about the world of special education from the perspective of parents and professionals in the field? This speaker panel will help to shed light on the complexities of the special education system, including advocacy, programs, and supportive services. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and gain valuable advice from experienced panelists.
This session is presented by a credentialed teacher.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
Mitch Middler, Teacher, Redondo Union High School, El Camino College Adjunct Faculty Valerie Huntly, Teacher, Newhall Elementary School Chris Bojorquez, Facilitator, iLEAD Agua Dulce Jadin Rosas, Teacher, Newhall Elementary School
Attend this session to learn more about the first years of teaching. The panel will include teachers from both traditional public schools and charter schools, and from a variety of grade levels. Learn about tips for success for your first years of teaching. The panel will also reflect on the shift in education during the pandemic and share how they stayed connected with their students throughout virtual learning.
This session is presented by a credentialed teacher.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
How do you become a teacher who can teach in elementary AND secondary classrooms? Adding authorizations and credentials is easier than you think.
Megan Kaplinsky, Education Faculty, Long Beach City College Kit Van Wyk, Assistant Director of Credential Center, CSULB
Join us for information and advising on becoming a credentialed teacher who is eligible to teach in elementary AND secondary classrooms. Learn how to add additional teaching authorizations (subject areas such as math, science, English, etc.) or a second credential to an initial credential. Q&A with a credential expert from CSULB provided.
This session is presented by a credentialed teacher.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com
Racial Justice in Education: Uncovering the School to Prison Pipeline
Gabriela Robles M.A. Ed. (she/ella) Yesenia A. Hernandez, M.A. Ed. (she/ella) CA State University Long Beach
In this workshop, we seek to uncover elements of the school to prison pipeline through a critical race theory lens in hopes of illuminating the implications of school policing on Students of Color, specifically Black students. We will also be intentional about using critical reflection to discuss our role as educators in disrupting the pipeline.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com
Rosemary Wrenn, Ed.D., Education Lead Cuesta College, University Supervisor & Lecturer Cal Poly SLO Jannet Rios Leon, Teacher Pathways & Bilingual Academic Success Coach
Cuesta College
Change the world, one student at a time! This presentation and talk back will provide you with the tools you need to become a critically conscious educator. We’ll discuss the required steps toward becoming a teacher in California, including coursework and the basic skills requirement, undergraduate majors and options for earning your credential. In addition to these basics, we’ll take a look at education through a critical lens to give you the tools you need to create culturally sustaining and anti-racist learning opportunities and environments for your future students.
This session is presented by a credentialed teacher.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com
Interested in Exploring Teaching? CPTP Information Session
Yvonne Ribas, CCE CPTP Project Director Suzanne Edwards-Acton, CCE CPTP Director of Equity Initiatives Ruth Ellis, CCE CPTP Director of Special Education and Student Support Initiatives Kali Larsson, CCE Administrative Coordinator
Community Partnerships for Teacher Pipeline (CPTP) is a new initiative to build a community-based teacher pipeline to strengthen the teaching profession by increasing the number of Teachers of Color. The program is based at Rio Hondo, El Camino, and Cerritos Colleges. CPTP is open to students of all majors who are interested in exploring the teaching profession of all levels (early childhood, K-12 and community college). Join us to learn about becoming a student participant or mentor for the CPTP program. At the session, we will be accepting applications for Fall 2021 and beyond.
This session is presented by a credentialed teacher.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
If Not Now, When? Strategies for Effective Time Management
Dr. Marini Smith, Assistant Professor of Child Development & Education, West Los Angeles College
Do you feel like there is never enough time in the day to balance all of your commitments? Do you struggle with procrastination, or experience anxiety when deadlines are looming? You are not alone. Participants in this workshop will learn helpful tips for enhancing their time management skills, including realistic goal setting, maximizing your efficiency, and reducing stress and anxiety. We will also dispel some common myths about time management.
We hope you will join us, there’s no time like the present!
Amplifying Student Voice in the Elementary Classroom
Ernestina Aguilar, Principal Saugus Union School District Daria Ramirez, Principal, Newhall School District
In this workshop we will facilitate a discussion of the current reality of student voices in the classroom. Participants will engage in strategies on strengthening teacher-student relationships, building student self-worth, and reaffirm instructional practices/activities that contribute to amplifying student voices in the elementary classroom. Giving students a say is about engaging and empowering students in all conversations of learning and that is what the outcome of this session will be.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
LAMC and CSUN present teacher pathways. Child Development Certificates, Permits, and Transfer to CSUN’s Liberal Studies or Credential Programs
Dr. Veronica Allen Child Dev./Educ. Faculty, Los Angeles Mission College Mr. Jonathan Martinez, Liberal Studies Program Asst. Director, CSU Northridge Ms. Jaclyn Kietzman, Graduate Student Recruitment Specialist, CSU Northridge
What are the differences between a Child Development Certificate or Permit versus a Credential? In this workshop we will review the various teaching pathways and career options with certificates, permits, and credential. LA Mission College (LAMC) will present the teacher certificates and transfer pathways. CSU, Northridge (CSUN) will present teacher pathways in the Liberal Studies and the Credential Programs.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
Going it Alone vs. The Life Impact of a Mentor Relationship
Jeff Bradbury, Professor of Chemistry Cerritos College Wendy Toro, Science Teacher Artesia High School Sue Parsons (moderator), Former Director of Teacher TRAC Program Cerritos College
Join a panel conversation between a community college professor and his former student who is now a high school teacher as they share how to initiate a mentor-mentee relationship, how they maintained the relationship over the years and impact of the relationship. The panel discussion will be moderated by one of the college professor’s mentors who is the former director of the college’s teacher preparation program.
This session is presented by a credentialed teacher.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
How do you become a teacher who can teach in elementary AND secondary classrooms? Adding authorizations and credentials is easier than you think.
Megan Kaplinsky, Education Faculty, Long Beach City College Kit Van Wyk, Assistant Director of Credential Center, CSULB
Join us for information and advising on becoming a credentialed teacher who is eligible to teach in elementary AND secondary classrooms. Learn how to add additional teaching authorizations (subject areas such as math, science, English, etc.) or a second credential to an initial credential. Q&A with a credential expert from CSULB provided.
This session is presented by a credentialed teacher.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com
Racial Justice in Education: Uncovering the School to Prison Pipeline
Gabriela Robles M.A. Ed. (she/ella) Yesenia A. Hernandez, M.A. Ed. (she/ella) CA State University Long Beach
In this workshop, we seek to uncover elements of the school to prison pipeline through a critical race theory lens in hopes of illuminating the implications of school policing on Students of Color, specifically Black students. We will also be intentional about using critical reflection to discuss our role as educators in disrupting the pipeline.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com
Rosemary Wrenn, Ed.D., Education Lead Cuesta College, University Supervisor & Lecturer Cal Poly SLO Jannet Rios Leon, Teacher Pathways & Bilingual Academic Success Coach
Cuesta College
Change the world, one student at a time! This presentation and talk back will provide you with the tools you need to become a critically conscious educator. We’ll discuss the required steps toward becoming a teacher in California, including coursework and the basic skills requirement, undergraduate majors and options for earning your credential. In addition to these basics, we’ll take a look at education through a critical lens to give you the tools you need to create culturally sustaining and anti-racist learning opportunities and environments for your future students.
This session is presented by a credentialed teacher.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com
Interested in Exploring Teaching? CPTP Information Session
Yvonne Ribas, CCE CPTP Project Director Suzanne Edwards-Acton, CCE CPTP Director of Equity Initiatives Ruth Ellis, CCE CPTP Director of Special Education and Student Support Initiatives Kali Larsson, CCE Administrative Coordinator
Community Partnerships for Teacher Pipeline (CPTP) is a new initiative to build a community-based teacher pipeline to strengthen the teaching profession by increasing the number of Teachers of Color. The program is based at Rio Hondo, El Camino, and Cerritos Colleges. CPTP is open to students of all majors who are interested in exploring the teaching profession of all levels (early childhood, K-12 and community college). Join us to learn about becoming a student participant or mentor for the CPTP program. At the session, we will be accepting applications for Fall 2021 and beyond.
This session is presented by a credentialed teacher.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
If Not Now, When? Strategies for Effective Time Management
Dr. Marini Smith, Assistant Professor of Child Development & Education, West Los Angeles College
Do you feel like there is never enough time in the day to balance all of your commitments? Do you struggle with procrastination, or experience anxiety when deadlines are looming? You are not alone. Participants in this workshop will learn helpful tips for enhancing their time management skills, including realistic goal setting, maximizing your efficiency, and reducing stress and anxiety. We will also dispel some common myths about time management.
We hope you will join us, there’s no time like the present!
Amplifying Student Voice in the Elementary Classroom
Ernestina Aguilar, Principal Saugus Union School District Daria Ramirez, Principal, Newhall School District
In this workshop we will facilitate a discussion of the current reality of student voices in the classroom. Participants will engage in strategies on strengthening teacher-student relationships, building student self-worth, and reaffirm instructional practices/activities that contribute to amplifying student voices in the elementary classroom. Giving students a say is about engaging and empowering students in all conversations of learning and that is what the outcome of this session will be.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
LAMC and CSUN present teacher pathways. Child Development Certificates, Permits, and Transfer to CSUN’s Liberal Studies or Credential Programs
Dr. Veronica Allen Child Dev./Educ. Faculty, Los Angeles Mission College Mr. Jonathan Martinez, Liberal Studies Program Asst. Director, CSU Northridge Ms. Jaclyn Kietzman, Graduate Student Recruitment Specialist, CSU Northridge
What are the differences between a Child Development Certificate or Permit versus a Credential? In this workshop we will review the various teaching pathways and career options with certificates, permits, and credential. LA Mission College (LAMC) will present the teacher certificates and transfer pathways. CSU, Northridge (CSUN) will present teacher pathways in the Liberal Studies and the Credential Programs.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
Going it Alone vs. The Life Impact of a Mentor Relationship
Jeff Bradbury, Professor of Chemistry Cerritos College Wendy Toro, Science Teacher Artesia High School Sue Parsons (moderator), Former Director of Teacher TRAC Program Cerritos College
Join a panel conversation between a community college professor and his former student who is now a high school teacher as they share how to initiate a mentor-mentee relationship, how they maintained the relationship over the years and impact of the relationship. The panel discussion will be moderated by one of the college professor’s mentors who is the former director of the college’s teacher preparation program.
This session is presented by a credentialed teacher.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
Megan Kaplinsky, Teacher Preparation Coordinator Long Beach Community College Melanie Levy, Education Faculty Long Beach City College Shannon Turmon, Education Faculty West Hills Lemoore College
Learn how to get started with Open Educational Resources (OER) at the course level, extend Zero Textbook Cost (ZTC) throughout your entire Teacher Preparation Program, & hear how education students can create OER projects! Engage in discussion with workshop presenters and workshop colleagues about how you can embark on your program’s next steps, from revision to existing OER to developing new OER text or moving to extend OER into your entire program’s pathway.
This session is presented by a credentialed teacher.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
My Retirement System + Start Saving Now with Pension2
Wade Mnich- Defined Contribution Benefit Specialist/Pension2 Jennifer Helfend-Gomez- Stakeholder Engagement Manager
Looking for a quick and easy way to learn about CalSTRS and how it plays a large part in your retirement? This webinar is designed to provide you with the foundation you need to know as a CalSTRS member. Have you heard the terms “403(b),” “TSA” or “retirement savings” and wondered what they meant or how they could potentially benefit you? Come learn more about the CalSTRS Pension2 program, the one voluntary component of the CalSTRS hybrid retirement system.
Renee Marshall, Education Consultant, El Camino College
This session will cover tips and strategies for those interviewing for faculty positions (both adjunct and full time) within the California Community College system.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
Expanded Learning as a Whole Child Laboratory for Future Teachers
Julee Brooks, CEO, Woodcraft Rangers and Andres De la Peza, Director of Learning, Woodcraft Rangers
Expanded learning programs like Woodcraft Rangers offer whole child curriculum that complements school day instruction. Based in constructivist practices, all activities in expanded learning programs are experiential and hands-on, programmatic framework that incorporate student choice, voice and are student-led when possible and youth workers are trained in how to create a safe and supportive learning environment with special attention to SEL competencies and inclusion. This training and the practical experience gained in expanded learning working directly with youth to implement these practices creates fertile ground for future educators to grow their own whole child approaches to learning.
Woodcraft Rangers has served Los Angeles youth since 1922 and currently provides expanded learning programs, in partnership with LAUSD and other LA County LEAs, to over 14,000 young people every year. Woodcraft Rangers programs follow the Woodcraft Way, a whole-child methodology that focuses on body, mind, spirit and service of all participants and has been the foundation of WR programs for nearly a century.
Join us to learn more about how expanded learning can be an effective laboratory for future educators and to discuss how there can be greater direct synergy and alignment between expanded learning programs and school day curriculum to create robust learning environments.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
Fake News and Real Curriculum: How can you use fake news as a way to address news literacy and information literacy — and make it real in core curriculum? Concepts, skills, and tech-centric teaching strategies.
Dr. Lesley Farmer, Professor of Library Media California State University Long Beach
How can you use fake news as a way to address news literacy and information literacy — and make it real in core curriculum? Concepts, skills, and tech-centric teaching strategies will be shared.
This session is presented by a credentialed teacher.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
Dr. Rose G Maina, Los Angeles Trade Technical College Dr. Elmida Baghdaserians Los Angeles Valley College Dr. LaTanga Hardy, Los Angeles Trade Technical College
This workshop presentation will feature Child Development faculty who were selected to participate in the prestigious Early Math institute: DREME (Development of Research in Early Math, a collaborative project of UCLA and Stanford). Faculty will share the project’s focus: Equity gaps, teacher preparation and teaching resources, their experiences with the institute along with a focus on resources and take aways.
Culturally Responsive Approaches Meets Neuroscience for Secondary Teachers
Dr. Nolasco, LBUSD/CSULB Instructor
Culturally Responsive Pedagogy heavily focuses on inclusivity and rigor as cornerstones of effectively supporting mastery. This workshop will introduce approaches supported by findings in neuroscience that teachers can utilize to maximize mastery in diverse classrooms.
This session is presented by a credentialed teacher.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
Diane Diamond, Assistant Principal, Meadows Elementary School and Old Orchard Elementary School Vivian Fiss, Principal, Northlake Elementary School Merly Soni, Assistant Principal, Wiley Canyon Elementary School and McGrath Elementary School Jackeline Tapia, Principal, Newhall Elementary School
Join us to guide you through the journey of finding a tribe to support your personal and professional growth in meaningful ways. Move past surface level relationships to build productive and collaborative relationships with your staff, families and peers in order to best serve your students.
This session is presented by a credentialed teacher.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
WEDNESDAY MAY 5: 5:30-6:30PM We Transferred: The Latinx Student Experience at a 4-year College Future Educator Transfer Student & Transfer Student Family Panel What does it mean to be Latina/o/x in higher education? Learn about the transfer experiences of our panelists as they reflect on their educational paths, identity, and opportunities. We have extended the opportunity to have their family members share their experience, too, as transferring has impacts on a students’ family/familia!
QUESTIONS? For questions, please contact Grant Coordinator, Kristina Vastine, at 805-592-9393 or Teacher Pathways Academic Success Coach Jannet Rios Leon at 805-440-8721 or futureteachers@cuesta.edu.
This work is supported by Developing Hispanic-Serving Institutions Program— Title V Grant, Award 2018-38422-28565.
Megan Kaplinsky, Teacher Preparation Coordinator Long Beach Community College Melanie Levy, Education Faculty Long Beach City College Shannon Turmon, Education Faculty West Hills Lemoore College
Learn how to get started with Open Educational Resources (OER) at the course level, extend Zero Textbook Cost (ZTC) throughout your entire Teacher Preparation Program, & hear how education students can create OER projects! Engage in discussion with workshop presenters and workshop colleagues about how you can embark on your program’s next steps, from revision to existing OER to developing new OER text or moving to extend OER into your entire program’s pathway.
This session is presented by a credentialed teacher.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
My Retirement System + Start Saving Now with Pension2
Wade Mnich- Defined Contribution Benefit Specialist/Pension2 Jennifer Helfend-Gomez- Stakeholder Engagement Manager
Looking for a quick and easy way to learn about CalSTRS and how it plays a large part in your retirement? This webinar is designed to provide you with the foundation you need to know as a CalSTRS member. Have you heard the terms “403(b),” “TSA” or “retirement savings” and wondered what they meant or how they could potentially benefit you? Come learn more about the CalSTRS Pension2 program, the one voluntary component of the CalSTRS hybrid retirement system.
Renee Marshall, Education Consultant, El Camino College
This session will cover tips and strategies for those interviewing for faculty positions (both adjunct and full time) within the California Community College system.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
Expanded Learning as a Whole Child Laboratory for Future Teachers
Julee Brooks, CEO, Woodcraft Rangers and Andres De la Peza, Director of Learning, Woodcraft Rangers
Expanded learning programs like Woodcraft Rangers offer whole child curriculum that complements school day instruction. Based in constructivist practices, all activities in expanded learning programs are experiential and hands-on, programmatic framework that incorporate student choice, voice and are student-led when possible and youth workers are trained in how to create a safe and supportive learning environment with special attention to SEL competencies and inclusion. This training and the practical experience gained in expanded learning working directly with youth to implement these practices creates fertile ground for future educators to grow their own whole child approaches to learning.
Woodcraft Rangers has served Los Angeles youth since 1922 and currently provides expanded learning programs, in partnership with LAUSD and other LA County LEAs, to over 14,000 young people every year. Woodcraft Rangers programs follow the Woodcraft Way, a whole-child methodology that focuses on body, mind, spirit and service of all participants and has been the foundation of WR programs for nearly a century.
Join us to learn more about how expanded learning can be an effective laboratory for future educators and to discuss how there can be greater direct synergy and alignment between expanded learning programs and school day curriculum to create robust learning environments.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
Fake News and Real Curriculum: How can you use fake news as a way to address news literacy and information literacy — and make it real in core curriculum? Concepts, skills, and tech-centric teaching strategies.
Dr. Lesley Farmer, Professor of Library Media California State University Long Beach
How can you use fake news as a way to address news literacy and information literacy — and make it real in core curriculum? Concepts, skills, and tech-centric teaching strategies will be shared.
This session is presented by a credentialed teacher.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
Dr. Rose G Maina, Los Angeles Trade Technical College Dr. Elmida Baghdaserians Los Angeles Valley College Dr. LaTanga Hardy, Los Angeles Trade Technical College
This workshop presentation will feature Child Development faculty who were selected to participate in the prestigious Early Math institute: DREME (Development of Research in Early Math, a collaborative project of UCLA and Stanford). Faculty will share the project’s focus: Equity gaps, teacher preparation and teaching resources, their experiences with the institute along with a focus on resources and take aways.
Culturally Responsive Approaches Meets Neuroscience for Secondary Teachers
Dr. Nolasco, LBUSD/CSULB Instructor
Culturally Responsive Pedagogy heavily focuses on inclusivity and rigor as cornerstones of effectively supporting mastery. This workshop will introduce approaches supported by findings in neuroscience that teachers can utilize to maximize mastery in diverse classrooms.
This session is presented by a credentialed teacher.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
Diane Diamond, Assistant Principal, Meadows Elementary School and Old Orchard Elementary School Vivian Fiss, Principal, Northlake Elementary School Merly Soni, Assistant Principal, Wiley Canyon Elementary School and McGrath Elementary School Jackeline Tapia, Principal, Newhall Elementary School
Join us to guide you through the journey of finding a tribe to support your personal and professional growth in meaningful ways. Move past surface level relationships to build productive and collaborative relationships with your staff, families and peers in order to best serve your students.
This session is presented by a credentialed teacher.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
WEDNESDAY MAY 5: 5:30-6:30PM We Transferred: The Latinx Student Experience at a 4-year College Future Educator Transfer Student & Transfer Student Family Panel What does it mean to be Latina/o/x in higher education? Learn about the transfer experiences of our panelists as they reflect on their educational paths, identity, and opportunities. We have extended the opportunity to have their family members share their experience, too, as transferring has impacts on a students’ family/familia!
QUESTIONS? For questions, please contact Grant Coordinator, Kristina Vastine, at 805-592-9393 or Teacher Pathways Academic Success Coach Jannet Rios Leon at 805-440-8721 or futureteachers@cuesta.edu.
This work is supported by Developing Hispanic-Serving Institutions Program— Title V Grant, Award 2018-38422-28565.
Cal Enriquez, Adjunct Child Development, Los Angeles Pierce College
This workshop will discuss: Special Education process and services (Individuals w/ Disabilities Education Act, Part-B); Early Intervention process and services (Individuals w/ Disabilities Education Act, Part-C); Community and State programs (Regional Centers/Lanterman Act); and Potential careers in the field
Interested in Exploring Teaching? CPTP Information Session
Yvonne Ribas, CCE CPTP Project Director Suzanne Edwards-Acton, CCE CPTP Director of Equity Initiatives Ruth Ellis, CCE CPTP Director of Special Education and Student Support Initiatives Kali Larsson, CCE Administrative Coordinator
Community Partnerships for Teacher Pipeline (CPTP) is a new initiative to build a community-based teacher pipeline to strengthen the teaching profession by increasing the number of Teachers of Color. The program is based at Rio Hondo College, El Camino College, and Cerritos College. CPTP is open to students of all majors who are interested in exploring the teaching profession of all levels (early childhood, K-12 and community college.) Join us to learn about becoming a student participant or mentor for the CPTP program. At the session, we will be accepting applications for Fall 2021 and beyond.
This session is presented by a credentialed teacher.
Expanded Learning as a Whole Child Laboratory for Future Teachers
Julee Brooks, CEO, Woodcraft Rangers and Andres De la Peza, Director of Learning, Woodcraft Rangers
Expanded learning programs like Woodcraft Rangers offer whole child curriculum that complements school day instruction. Based in constructivist practices, all activities in expanded learning programs are experiential and hands-on, programmatic framework that incorporates student choice, voice and are student-led when possible and youth workers are trained in how to create a safe and supportive learning environment with special attention to SEL competencies and inclusion. This training and the practical experience gained in expanded learning working directly with youth to implement these practices creates fertile ground for future educators to grow their own whole child approaches to learning.
Woodcraft Rangers has served Los Angeles youth since 1922 and currently provides expanded learning programs, in partnership with LAUSD and other LA County LEAs, to over 14,000 young people every year. Woodcraft Rangers programs follow the Woodcraft Way, a whole-child methodology that focuses on body, mind, spirit and service of all participants and has been the foundation of WR programs for nearly a century.
Join us to learn more about how expanded learning can be an effective laboratory for future educators and to discuss how there can be greater direct synergy and alignment between expanded learning programs and school day curriculum to create robust learning environments.
Yvonne Ribas, CCE CPTP Project Director Suzanne Edwards-Acton, CCE CPTP Director of Equity Initiatives Ruth Ellis, CCE CPTP Director of Special Education and Student Support Initiatives Kali Larsson, CCE Administrative Coordinator
Community Partnerships for Teacher Pipeline (CPTP) is a new initiative to build a community-based teacher pipeline to strengthen the teaching profession by increasing the number of Teachers of Color. The program is based at Rio Hondo, El Camino, and Cerritos Colleges. CPTP is open to students of all majors who are interested in exploring the teaching profession of all levels (early childhood, K-12 and community college.) A key component of the CPTP Teacher Mentoring Network (TMN) is to encourage, celebrate, empower, and support Teachers of Color in cultivating the next generation of teachers. Join us to learn about becoming a part of an exciting network of educators and aspiring educators with opportunities for engagement, kinship, and learning.
This session is presented by a credentialed teacher.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
Leticia Rojas, Ed.D., Education faculty/Hixon Teacher Prep. Coordinator, Pasadena City College
This workshop will be interactive and discuss the following topics: (1) Coming to terms with problematic histories in schooling and (2) Moving towards anti-racist pedagogical practices and curriculum. We will explore both practices at the classroom-level as well as across a community college teacher preparation program.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
Creating and Sustaining Safe Spaces – Understanding Trauma-Informed Care
Noel Scott, Director of Special Education Programs, Five Keys Schools and Programs
This session will provide an introduction into trauma-informed care. Through engaging discussion and activities, participants will identity causes and characteristics of trauma, understand trauma’s impact on the brain, understand A.C.E.S. and how they relate to trauma, and learn practical ways to be trauma-informed with young people.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
Patricia Doelitzsch, M.A, M.S, Chair, Professor of Child Development, Los Angeles Pierce College
This workshop will cover common challenging behaviors, or “difficult moments” experienced by early childhood educators in a classroom environment. Communicative intent, reflection, mindfulness and practical strategies to reduce these moments will be discussed. Participants will leave the workshop with concepts they can use the next day.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
Know your Identity, Stand for Social Justice and Integrate Anti-Bias Curriculum in the Classroom
Kristin Nicole Rivera, Teacher, Valley Charter Elementary School
Educate yourself on these core fundamental values. These pillars are not only important but significant to the coexistence of modern society as we know it. Bring an open mind as we work on creating a better and just future for all.
This session is presented by a credentialed teacher.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
Cal Enriquez, Adjunct Child Development, Los Angeles Pierce College
This workshop will discuss: Special Education process and services (Individuals w/ Disabilities Education Act, Part-B); Early Intervention process and services (Individuals w/ Disabilities Education Act, Part-C); Community and State programs (Regional Centers/Lanterman Act); and Potential careers in the field
Interested in Exploring Teaching? CPTP Information Session
Yvonne Ribas, CCE CPTP Project Director Suzanne Edwards-Acton, CCE CPTP Director of Equity Initiatives Ruth Ellis, CCE CPTP Director of Special Education and Student Support Initiatives Kali Larsson, CCE Administrative Coordinator
Community Partnerships for Teacher Pipeline (CPTP) is a new initiative to build a community-based teacher pipeline to strengthen the teaching profession by increasing the number of Teachers of Color. The program is based at Rio Hondo College, El Camino College, and Cerritos College. CPTP is open to students of all majors who are interested in exploring the teaching profession of all levels (early childhood, K-12 and community college.) Join us to learn about becoming a student participant or mentor for the CPTP program. At the session, we will be accepting applications for Fall 2021 and beyond.
This session is presented by a credentialed teacher.
Expanded Learning as a Whole Child Laboratory for Future Teachers
Julee Brooks, CEO, Woodcraft Rangers and Andres De la Peza, Director of Learning, Woodcraft Rangers
Expanded learning programs like Woodcraft Rangers offer whole child curriculum that complements school day instruction. Based in constructivist practices, all activities in expanded learning programs are experiential and hands-on, programmatic framework that incorporates student choice, voice and are student-led when possible and youth workers are trained in how to create a safe and supportive learning environment with special attention to SEL competencies and inclusion. This training and the practical experience gained in expanded learning working directly with youth to implement these practices creates fertile ground for future educators to grow their own whole child approaches to learning.
Woodcraft Rangers has served Los Angeles youth since 1922 and currently provides expanded learning programs, in partnership with LAUSD and other LA County LEAs, to over 14,000 young people every year. Woodcraft Rangers programs follow the Woodcraft Way, a whole-child methodology that focuses on body, mind, spirit and service of all participants and has been the foundation of WR programs for nearly a century.
Join us to learn more about how expanded learning can be an effective laboratory for future educators and to discuss how there can be greater direct synergy and alignment between expanded learning programs and school day curriculum to create robust learning environments.
Yvonne Ribas, CCE CPTP Project Director Suzanne Edwards-Acton, CCE CPTP Director of Equity Initiatives Ruth Ellis, CCE CPTP Director of Special Education and Student Support Initiatives Kali Larsson, CCE Administrative Coordinator
Community Partnerships for Teacher Pipeline (CPTP) is a new initiative to build a community-based teacher pipeline to strengthen the teaching profession by increasing the number of Teachers of Color. The program is based at Rio Hondo, El Camino, and Cerritos Colleges. CPTP is open to students of all majors who are interested in exploring the teaching profession of all levels (early childhood, K-12 and community college.) A key component of the CPTP Teacher Mentoring Network (TMN) is to encourage, celebrate, empower, and support Teachers of Color in cultivating the next generation of teachers. Join us to learn about becoming a part of an exciting network of educators and aspiring educators with opportunities for engagement, kinship, and learning.
This session is presented by a credentialed teacher.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
Leticia Rojas, Ed.D., Education faculty/Hixon Teacher Prep. Coordinator, Pasadena City College
This workshop will be interactive and discuss the following topics: (1) Coming to terms with problematic histories in schooling and (2) Moving towards anti-racist pedagogical practices and curriculum. We will explore both practices at the classroom-level as well as across a community college teacher preparation program.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
Creating and Sustaining Safe Spaces – Understanding Trauma-Informed Care
Noel Scott, Director of Special Education Programs, Five Keys Schools and Programs
This session will provide an introduction into trauma-informed care. Through engaging discussion and activities, participants will identity causes and characteristics of trauma, understand trauma’s impact on the brain, understand A.C.E.S. and how they relate to trauma, and learn practical ways to be trauma-informed with young people.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
Patricia Doelitzsch, M.A, M.S, Chair, Professor of Child Development, Los Angeles Pierce College
This workshop will cover common challenging behaviors, or “difficult moments” experienced by early childhood educators in a classroom environment. Communicative intent, reflection, mindfulness and practical strategies to reduce these moments will be discussed. Participants will leave the workshop with concepts they can use the next day.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
Know your Identity, Stand for Social Justice and Integrate Anti-Bias Curriculum in the Classroom
Kristin Nicole Rivera, Teacher, Valley Charter Elementary School
Educate yourself on these core fundamental values. These pillars are not only important but significant to the coexistence of modern society as we know it. Bring an open mind as we work on creating a better and just future for all.
This session is presented by a credentialed teacher.
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
Michelle Amado, MA., Adjunct-Compton College (former LAUP Coach) Lailanie Jones, Executive Director, Precious Lambs (Families in Crisis) Gloria Martinez, Speech and Language Pathologist Assistant, Bethany Manor, (Early Intervention for Challenged Children) Leena Willis, Cognitive Teacher, Bethany Manor, (Early Intervention for Challenged Children) Donald P. Williams III, Founder and Executive Director, D.A.D. Project (Male Engagement in Education) Hoa Pham, Ed. D., Faculty, Compton College – Session Facilitator
A career in early childhood education can offer atypical paths for those who desire to shape the lives of young children and their families. Early childhood education is a robust field that presents a wide range of opportunities in leadership, administration, service, and business. Learning about the different types of professions available can help motivated individuals determine other paths that may better meet their interest, in addition to the preschool classroom.
This session is presented by a credentialed teacher.
Conference Conclusion: Keynote Speaker, Networking and Giveaway
Keynote speaker
Yadira Arellano, Teacher Preparation Coordinator and Faculty, El Camino College
Ms. Arellano will share her story of coming to the United States at 7 years old, and her journey through California’s education system as a second language learner and undocumented student. Yadira’s message today will be about hope and the positive impact teachers can make in our lives. Ms. Arellano is a professor of Early Childhood Education and Education, who is a leader in teacher preparation.
Come to be INSPIRED and to learn about how WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE.
Student panel: LatinX Females
Networking Session
Conference Conclusion and Giveaway
If you missed the deadline for the registration of this conference, please email Renee at education@renee-marshall.com.
Please join us for the May TEACH LARC meeting on Friday May 21st from 9-11 am. (Due to the Memorial Day weekend, we bumped the meeting one week early.)
If you have any items for the agenda, please send them by Tuesday May 18th.
If you would like to join in these meetings and be added to the listserv for login details, please email Renee Marshall at education@renee-marshall.com.
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