Registration
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ESS Summit
ESS Directors, Counselors, CTE Directors, ESS Teachers and Specialists, School Psychologists, and Related Service Providers...we have an event for you, the ESS Summit!
It has been two years since we last came together as an ESS and CTE community to engage in professional networking, hear from te...
Shelly Thome
Category:
Student Services
When:
9/29/2023 7:30 AM − 11:00 AM
Where: West-MEC Northwest Campus
Cost: $0.00
Where: West-MEC Northwest Campus
Cost: $0.00
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Professional Knowledge Assessment Prep Course (PK Test Prep) - October 2023
Session Dates: October 2 - November 13, 2023
Level 2 CTE Class
No prerequisite
This class is designed for all CTE teachers who must take the Assessment of Professional Knowledge Test.
This asynchronous online class allows you to learn at your own pace. You can access l...
Joel Wakefield
Category:
Certification Series
When:
10/2/2023 − 11/13/2023 8:00 AM − 11:59 PM
Where: Online Class
Cost: $50.00
Where: Online Class
Cost: $50.00
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A Day In The Life Of Project SEARCH @ Luke Air Force Base
ESS Staff and Counselors - join us for A Day in the Life of Project SEARCH. During this two-hour session, you will learn firsthand about the typical day of our interns. We will take you through a classroom lesson, experience rotations throughout Luke Air Force Base, and have a closure & reflect...
Category:
Student Services
4
What's New At Southwest Campus (AM)
Come check out the two new programs at Southwest Campus, Medical Laboratory Science and Water Systems. We will give you information about each of the programs and see students in action.
Medical Laboratory Science is an exciting new 1-year program where students can become a Certified Medi...
Denise Saldamando
Category:
Student Services
When:
10/4/2023 8:00 AM − 9:30 AM
Where: West-MEC Southwest Campus
Cost: $0.00
Where: West-MEC Southwest Campus
Cost: $0.00
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What's New At Southwest Campus (PM)
Come check out the two new programs at Southwest Campus, Medical Laboratory Science and Water Systems. We will give you information about each of the programs and see students in action.
Medical Laboratory Science is an exciting new 1-year program where students can become a Certified Medi...
Sabrina Poggi
Category:
Student Services
When:
10/4/2023 2:00 PM − 3:30 PM
Where: West-MEC Southwest Campus
Cost: $0.00
Where: West-MEC Southwest Campus
Cost: $0.00
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West-MEC Fall Update For Charter And Private Schools
The annual Fall Update for Charter and Private school colleagues will be held at our START Location 5405 N. 99th Ave. Glendale from 1:00 pm-3:00 pm.
Topics will include New WM programs for 2024-25, Application Process, Open House Information, Professional Development Information, website demonst...
Marilynn Babyar
Category:
Student Services
7
Grading And Assessment
Level 2
No prerequisite
This class is designed for all CTE teachers.
Assessing and grading are two different actions. Learn a variety of formative and summative assessment techniques. A major focus is how to assess student work using rubrics. This class will help you create a c...
Tama Mohelnitzky
Laura Jaime
Category:
Certification Series
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Literacy For CTE: Vocabulary Practices To Improve Reading For Student Success
Level 2
This class is designed for all CTE teachers.
Research and experience show that implementing effective reading and vocabulary practices directly impacts student academic success. CTE students with strong reading and vocabulary skills are able to make connections to new content q...
Category:
Certification Series
9
Building A Culture Of Gratitude
Adding a daily gratitude practice to your team or classroom creates a culture that supports learning. Learning does not occur unless both the environment and the student are open to the process. Creating a Culture of Gratitude in your classroom reduces entitlement, improves security, and leaves eve...
Michael Tapscott
10
Precision Machinists: Making Critical Parts For Everyday Use!
The precision machining industry provides challenging, satisfying, technical work. One day, the work might involve making critical parts for an automotive anti-lock brake; another day, it might be airbag components or hydraulic fittings for military or aerospace applications.
Participants of thi...
Joely Sanders
Category:
Student Services
When:
10/19/2023 1:30 PM − 2:30 PM
Where: West-MEC Central Campus
Cost: $0.00
Where: West-MEC Central Campus
Cost: $0.00
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Effective Demonstrations
Level 2
No prerequisite
This class is designed for all CTE teachers.
Whether in a welding lab or a bioscience lab, effective demonstrations are crucial. If done correctly, every student can successfully perform the new skill with little or no frustration, without wasted m...
Patrick Clawson
Category:
Certification Series
12
Rubrics To Increase Student Success
Level 3
No prerequisite
This class is designed for all CTE teachers.
CTE courses are driven by student-created projects. Rubrics are an evaluation tool that can increase the quality of those student projects while simultaneously giving the teacher a quicker, fairer way to asses...
Category:
Certification Series
13
Experience Orange
Welcome to A Faster Way Forward.
The Experience Orange event will introduce West-MEC to students, parents, businesses and industries, and the local community. During this interactive and informative session, guests will see the district's career opportunities and partnerships on all four ca...
Communications Department
Student Services Department
When:
10/27/2023 9:00 AM − 11:00 AM
Where: West-MEC Northwest Campus
Cost: $0.00
Where: West-MEC Northwest Campus
Cost: $0.00
14
Youth And Social Media - Presented By Touchstone Health Services
Youth are on social media and utilize the internet more than ever. To better understand and support youth online, it is vital to be aware of the possible impact this can have on their brain development and overall well-being. This training will focus on how participants can increase their knowledge...
Alexis Perez
Category:
Student Services
15
Using Advisory Councils Effectively
Level 3
No prerequisite
This class is designed for all CTE teachers.
An energetic and involved advisory council can have a significant impact on helping your program and students achieve their goals! This interactive class is designed to ensure success in the formation a...
Julie Rodriguez
Category:
Certification Series
16
Getting Gritty At Northwest Campus
Participants of this course will get a hands-on look at the Powersports and Law & Public Safety Programs. They will hear from students about the two programs and then move to hands-on activities. Participants should wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes. No technology will be needed; f...
Category:
Student Services
When:
11/7/2023 8:00 AM − 12:00 PM
Where: West-MEC Northwest Campus
Cost: $0.00
Where: West-MEC Northwest Campus
Cost: $0.00
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Classroom Management
Level 1
No prerequisite
This class is designed for all CTE teachers.
In this course, teachers will enhance classroom management skills by developing procedures and routines that are perfect for their situation. We will take a deep look at the philosophy of “Discipline wit...
Category:
Certification Series
18
Empowering Students Through Professional Skills
Level 3
No prerequisite
This class is designed for all CTE teachers.
This course will explore the nine Professional Skills identified by the Arizona Department of Education in collaboration with industry. Participants will identify them, use created rubrics to assess their use, explo...
Jessica Putton
Category:
Certification Series
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Serving Exceptional Students In CTE
Level 3
No prerequisite
This class is designed for all CTE educators.
This course is designed to provide CTE educators and other interested parties with a broad understanding of special education. During the course of this interactive class, we will cover a range of topics, inc...
Paige Quinn
Jason Croft
Category:
Certification Series
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Work-Based Learning
Level 3
No prerequisite
This class is designed for all CTE teachers.
**This course satisfies the ADE requirement for the Cooperative Education Endorsement.
Create meaningful work-based learning experiences for your students. This course will provide teachers with a variety...
Susan Leon
Courtney Hundley
Category:
Certification Series