EmpowerEd West40: Ignite 25/26 (August 18, 2025)
Times and descriptions listed below
|In-Person @West40 & Zoom (See Description)
West40’s EmpowerED series offers free professional development for specialists, paraprofessionals, and staff, empowering and uplifting teams across the region. Join us starting this August to walk further, together.
Time & Location
Times and descriptions listed below
In-Person @West40 & Zoom (See Description)
About the event
August 18, 2025
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Schedule
3 hoursParaprofessionals Supporting Independence (Veteran Staff)
West40 ISC #2 (Door 8N)
Tickets
August 18, 2025 Sessions ⬇️
This is not a ticket option. Please view the full session list for August 18th below.
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Jun 02, 11:00 AM
Exploring Identity w/ History
August 18 - In Person @ West40 ( 12:15-3:15pm) Reflect on key historical events from 1944 to the present and how they shape personal and collective identity. Build empathy and cultural awareness through community-building activities that promote respect for all identities.
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Jun 02, 11:00 AM
Building Teacher Leadership
August 18 - In Person @ West40 ( 12:15-3:15pm) Learn essential facilitation strategies to lead effective, collaborative teams. Practice key protocols, design purposeful agendas, and gain tools to support PLCs and team meetings with clarity and impact.
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Jun 02, 11:00 AM
Tools for Communication
Aug 18 - In Person @ West40 (12:15 - 2:15 PM) This session explores neuroscience-informed strategies to strengthen communication in schools. Learn how intent, impact, and brain science shape effective dialogue
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Jun 02, 11:00 AM
Assessment for Specialists
Aug 18 - Virtual (12:15-2:15PM) This session supports arts, PE, world language, CTE, and other specialists in articulating the value of their work. Learn to align assessments, communicate impact, and elevate your voice in school improvement efforts.
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Jun 02, 11:00 AM
Shine in Your Compliance Visit
Aug 18 - Virtual (12:00 - 2:30PM) Get ready for your next state compliance visit with confidence. This session helps early childhood leaders prepare by reviewing expectations, organizing documentation, and showcasing program strengths during reviews.
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Jun 02, 11:00 AM
Intervention/IL Literacy Plan
Aug 18 - Virtual (12:15 - 1:45 PM) Specialists will explore how the IL-CLP addresses intervention and have an opportunity to collaborate and plan with peers.
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Jun 02, 11:00 AM
Components of Literacy
Aug 18- Virtual (2:00 - 3:30 PM) Participants will get an introduction to the Illinois Comprehensive Literacy Plan and the 7 Components of Literacy to support their introduction to the Science of Reading and how to support classroom teachers.
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Jun 02, 11:00 AM
Google: I Bet You Didn't Know
Aug 18- Virtual (12:30-1:30PM) Unlock the full potential of Google tools with creative strategies for Chrome, Docs, Sheets, Forms, and more. Discover time-saving tips to boost engagement, streamline workflows, and transform your teaching.
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Jun 02, 11:00 AM