EmpowerEd West40: Ignite 25/26 (August 18, 2025)
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|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.
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August 18, 2025
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August 18, 2025 Sessions ⬇️
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Sale endedExploring 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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Sale endedBuilding 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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Sale endedTools 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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Sale endedMath Support Made Simple
Aug 18 - Virtual (12:15 - 1:45 PM) Maybe it’s been a while since you’ve done school math or maybe the math you see in the classroom looks different than you remember! Explore ways to be supportive while still allowing students to learn, thrive, and even have some productive struggle.
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Sale endedAssessment 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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Sale endedShine 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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Sale endedIntervention/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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Sale endedComponents 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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Sale endedFaces of the Wild -Grades 5–12
Aug 18- Virtual (12:15-1:45PM) Explore a Brookfield Zoo–based art lesson where students observe “Faces of the Wild” sculptures and create their own art to raise awareness about endangered animals. Learn strategies for building observation, writing, and creative thinking skills.
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Sale endedGoogle: 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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Sale endedEmpowering ML Learners
Aug 18 - Virtual (12:15 - 1:15 PM) This 90-minute session offers a focused overview of effective practices for supporting Multilingual Learners (MLLs). Participants will explore key strategies and approaches that foster language development and academic success.
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Sale endedTrauma-Informed to Healing
Aug 18 - Virtual (12:15 - 1:15 PM) Social Workers play a pivotal role in moving classrooms and schools from being trauma informed to healing centered. Learn how to enact a trauma-responsive model that focuses on healing.
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Sale endedMath Specialists Working Group
Aug 18 - Virtual (1:55-3:25PM) As a math specialist or interventionist, you might be the only one in your role at your school. This session will be an opportunity to collaborate with others in similar roles. We will also explore ways to support students based on the research of Rachel Lambert and her book, Rethinking Disability and Mathematics.
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