A WEEKLY DIGEST OF NEED-TO-KNOW FOR THE LEADERS OF ESD 105 |
A school culture of safety is essential to creating an educational environment that is socially, emotionally, academically and physically safe for our students. As you all know, there are many things that can threaten to weaken the sense of security in your buildings: bullying, harassment, gang activity, substance abuse, social media threats, school violence, upset parents and community members... the list goes on! In many cases, students are both causes and victims of much of the crime and misbehavior on our campuses.
As our SSOCC program likes to remind us, we are the first line of defense in preventing school violence. Let's all work together to keep each other safe this school year. Here are some resources for recognizing National School Safety Week in your school communities:
Check out our VESI online PD courses on school safety:
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UNITY DAY IS THIS WEDNESDAY!
Orange is often the color associated with safety and visibility. In honor of National Bullying Prevention Month, people are encouraged to wear orange to highlight the need to stand up against bullying in our schools on October 19th!!
(Tag us in your Unity Day pictures @ESD105 on social media)!
To learn more about Unity Day and how you can help prevent bullying, visit PACER's National Bullying Prevention Center online at https://www.pacer.org/.../spreadthe.../promote-unity-day.asp
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Language Learning Regional Network (LLRN) |
ESD 105's Language Learning Regional Network (LLRN) is back for the 22-23 school year!
This professional learning community is a great opportunity for school/district language leaders to engage in professional learning, collaboration, and program improvement planning. Our PLC will be led by OSPI's Sue Connolly.
Our first meeting is October 26th!
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Building Resilient Inclusive Communities (BRIC) |
Yakima Health District's Encourages the Community to Stay Healthy
Last week the Yakima Health District released information about grant funds they have available to support community organizations interested in promoting healthy activities within their communities. Some ideas for funding included "Yield to Pedestrian" crosswalk signs, supportive light flashers, portable speed bumps, and traffic cones and other safety devices that can be used to help keep our students safe when walking to and from school.
It also encompassed art and beautification projects that encourage social connectedness, using an equity approach. Some project ideas were painting of intersections and streetscape items like planters, painting on buildings and more!
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Our special services department is excited to announce the launch of our new transition program LINK. This program is designed to meet the needs of our students embarking on their independence post-high school.
LINK stands for Learning and Inclusive Transition program for Networking. Link will focus on teaching students with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (ID/DD) 18-21 years of age how to integrate in their communities and gain the necessary Knowledge to successfully choose their pathway into adulthood.
Our highly skilled and dedicated staff will support LINK students in accessing individualized activities based on their needs and Transition goals, such as:
- Exploring work readiness for job opportunities
- Practicing self-advocacy skills
- Managing personal financing, budgeting, and banking
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Accessing community resources and State programs
- Identifying and utilizing natural supports
- Accessing post-secondary college and training programs
- Utilizing public transportation
- Participating in leisure and social activities
We are now accepting student referrals for the 2022-23 school year!
LINK will begin services in early January 2023. Space is limited! This program is a coordinated effort between School Districts and ESD 105. Eligible students are on a pathway to graduation, but not yet exited from their high school. Contact our office today for more information or visit our program's shared drive: LINK Overview and Information
To begin the process complete the online referral form. Our program staff will work with you to design a program based on your students' needs and pathway to adulthood. Cost will vary and be determined upon completion of the intake process prior to enrollment. Final tuition rate is based on the individual needs and transition goals for each student.
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| WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP PLC
1st Meeting is this Tuesday!
We realize that being a woman in leadership presents unique opportunities and challenges. Our professional learning network is designed to honor this unique group of individuals, grow leadership skills, and provide a community where relationships, growth, and learning can flourish.
All meetings are held from 6:30-7:30 a.m.
Upcoming meeting dates:
October 18th
November 15th
January 17th
February 21st
Click here for more information and to register online!
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GET EXCITED FOR OUR FIRST ANNUAL BETTER TOGETHER LEADERSHIP SUMMIT!
We are excited to announce that we have booked our second keynote speaker for our BETTER TOGETHER LEADERSHIP SUMMIT!
Hasan Davis, nationally recognized author of, Written Off, will join us for our first annual BTLS this summer on August 2-3rd. This two-day conference aims to provide space for our superintendents, building principals and assistant principals and other district administrators to engage in learning and collaboration before the start of the new school year.
REGISTRATION & MORE DETAILS TO BE RELEASED SOON
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