About Wayne RESA Enhancing Education in Wayne County.

Explore Michigan's evidence-based Michigan Model for Health (MMH) curriculum! This training emphasizes comprehensive school health education within the Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child (WSCC) framework. Participants will learn to facilitate student skill development aligned with National Health Education Standards and understand how these skills translate into meaningful behavioral changes, both in and out of the classroom. Curriculum units cover Social Emotional Health, Nutrition and Physical Activity, Personal Health and Wellness, Safety, and Alcohol/Tobacco/Other Drugs. HIV/STI curricula require school board approval and additional HIV Educator Certification training before being taught to students. Each participant will receive discounted two-year access to the digital curriculum for their selected grade level, as well as ongoing technical assistance. Participants must use a computer or tablet with a working camera and microphone; audio and video must stay on with each participant's face visible for the entire session.*Schools sending 5 or more educators to a single session are eligible for discounted registration! Please contact Jamie Eathorne at eathorj@resa.net for additional information.

This training provides PreK–12 school staff with the knowledge necessary to safely and effectively perform Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA)-waived testing in accordance with federal regulations, state requirements, and district policies. Participants will learn the principles of CLIA-waived testing, quality control procedures, infection prevention practices, specimen collection and handling, documentation requirements, proper use of testing equipment, and the process for completing and submitting a CLIA Certificate of Waiver application. The course emphasizes student safety, accurate test performance, result reporting, confidentiality, and regulatory compliance. Participants will receive instruction on the requirements for obtaining and maintaining a CLIA Certificate of Waiver, including application completion, recordkeeping, and ongoing compliance responsibilities.

Strong systems require intentional leaders. This Leadership Series is designed to provide access to national speakers that will facilitate sessions that deepen administrators’ knowledge and sharpen the purposeful leadership practices that directly influence instructional quality, school and district culture, teacher performance, and student learning.District teams—comprised of central office and building-level administrators—will learn and grow together through structured reflection, collaborative analysis, and strategic planning. Participants will examine their leadership styles, identify areas for growth, and align practices to maximize collective impact.More than a series of sessions, this offering cultivates a professional learning community of committed, forward-thinking educational leaders dedicated to continuous improvement and long-term success.

Leadership team members who are already implementing EC PBIS within their schools come together to support one another and solve problems of practice around EC PBIS implementation. We will interact virtually throughout the 26-27 school year to deepen our knowledge of EC PBIS and Pyramid Model practices, collaborate and network to improve our skills, and support one another in solving program level challenges. Topics will be determined based on the needs of the group.

Explore Michigan's evidence-based Michigan Model for Health (MMH) curriculum! This training emphasizes comprehensive school health education within the Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child (WSCC) framework. Participants will learn to facilitate student skill development aligned with National Health Education Standards and understand how these skills translate into meaningful behavioral changes, both in and out of the classroom. Curriculum units cover Social Emotional Health, Nutrition and Physical Activity, Personal Health and Wellness, Safety, and Alcohol/Tobacco/Other Drugs. HIV/STI curricula require school board approval and additional HIV Educator Certification training before being taught to students. Each participant will receive discounted two-year access to the digital curriculum for their selected grade level, as well as ongoing technical assistance. Participants must use a computer or tablet with a working camera and microphone; audio and video must stay on with each participant's face visible for the entire session.*Schools sending 5 or more educators to a single session are eligible for discounted registration! Please contact Jamie Eathorne at eathorj@resa.net for additional information.

Are you a teacher leader ready to take the next step into school leadership? This multi-session, cohort-based program is designed for impactful educators who are interested in pursuing administrative opportunities and want to build the knowledge, skills, and confidence necessary to lead at the building level.Through in-depth, collaborative learning experiences, participants will explore the core responsibilities of effective administrators while engaging in authentic leadership scenarios and strategic reflection. Sessions are centered on five essential Leadership Pillars: Instructional Leadership, Culture and Climate, Talent Management, Change Management, and Systems Thinking—providing a comprehensive foundation for future leaders.This selective program fosters a supportive professional cohort committed to growth, challenge, and preparation for real-world leadership demands.Application Required: Entry is by application only. Applicants must complete an electronic application and leadership essay, and submit two recommendation forms completed on their behalf.

Strong systems require intentional leaders. This Leadership Series is designed to provide access to national speakers that will facilitate sessions that deepen administrators’ knowledge and sharpen the purposeful leadership practices that directly influence instructional quality, school and district culture, teacher performance, and student learning.District teams—comprised of central office and building-level administrators—will learn and grow together through structured reflection, collaborative analysis, and strategic planning. Participants will examine their leadership styles, identify areas for growth, and align practices to maximize collective impact.More than a series of sessions, this offering cultivates a professional learning community of committed, forward-thinking educational leaders dedicated to continuous improvement and long-term success.

This virtual, 3-hour session will review the key points of Special Education Discipline for General Education Administrators. As a general education administrator, we’ll focus on your role and responsibility related to each key point. This will be a fast-paced session so we can cover critical content while honoring your time as administrators.Example “must-knows” include what encompasses disciplinary removals, important considerations for MDRs, how to ensure good communication, and options when students are coming back to school after a disciplinary incident.

Strong systems require intentional leaders. This Leadership Series is designed to provide access to national speakers that will facilitate sessions that deepen administrators’ knowledge and sharpen the purposeful leadership practices that directly influence instructional quality, school and district culture, teacher performance, and student learning.District teams—comprised of central office and building-level administrators—will learn and grow together through structured reflection, collaborative analysis, and strategic planning. Participants will examine their leadership styles, identify areas for growth, and align practices to maximize collective impact.More than a series of sessions, this offering cultivates a professional learning community of committed, forward-thinking educational leaders dedicated to continuous improvement and long-term success.

School-based surveys are an effective and cost-efficient method for assessing attitudes, beliefs, perceptions, and levels of stakeholder satisfaction. In this session, participants will learn the key components of developing user-friendly school-based surveys that produce meaningful and analyzable data. Evidence-based practices grounded in sound survey methodology will also be discussed to help ensure the reliability, validity, and usefulness of survey results.

In early intervention, play is the primary vehicle for learning, and communication is the foundation of the family bond. This session focuses on how Assistive Technology (AT) can level the playing field for toddlers with significant needs. Participants will explore how AT supports play and why 'active participation' is vital for early brain development. We will dive into various access methods - including the use of switches, mounting, and positioning - to ensure every child can interact with their environment regardless of motor challenges. We will review specific tools available through the Wayne Assistive Technology Team (WATT), demonstrate how to navigate the loan process, and master the logistical side of AT: documenting tools in the IFSP and leveraging them to support a seamless transition from Part C to Part B.

For too long, professional development has been a collection of disconnected events that are well intended, but rarely supported long enough to change daily practice and impact student learning. This series starts by naming that reality and then shifts the work toward building a coherent professional learning system: clear focus, classroom-connected (job-embedded) learning, and routines that help adults learn, try, gather evidence, and adjust over time.This workshop series is designed for teams of educators that must include: District Leadership, Building Administrative Leadership, Instructional Coaches, Lead Teachers, and other Instructional Leadership in your context that have a role to play in supporting the professional learning and development of your staff.This series is hybrid with both face-to-face learning sessions, in district brainstorming and planning, and asynchronous learning.For greater details please see the series SMORE flyer: https://app.smore.com/n/2rdyw