A Roadmap for the AAC Journey (Canvas Course)   
**ONGOING REGISTRATION - Closes 5/16/2025** Are you working with a nonspeaking child for the first time? Do you have a student using AAC inconsistently or in ineffective ways? You might be wondering where to begin, or where to go from here! In this asynchronous self-paced session, participants will begin to explore, build, and refine practical knowledge of the best practices in alternative and augmentative communication (AAC). Participants will explore relevant evidence based practice, resources, tools, and strategies to become better communication partners and facilitators of meaningful and functional communication. Participants will be given a certificate of completion at the end of the course. Coursework must be completed by 6/6/2025.
Course # 241-25-913-101  
Subjects # [Special Education]

Begin Date: 09/24/2024
Course # 241-25-913-101
Status: OPEN
Type: Online
Location: ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
State: Connecticut
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6-12 Mathematics - Community of Practice   
Join us for a Community of Practice focused on Secondary Mathematics. This collaborative network of math leaders will come together to share expertise, resources, and experiences to improve teaching and learning outcomes in secondary mathematics education.
Course # 241-25-913-079  
Subjects # [Mathematics Instruction]

Begin Date: 04/04/2025
Course # 241-25-913-079
Status: OPEN
Type: Face to Face
Location: CREC CENTRAL
State: Connecticut
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Secondary Instructional Coaches - Community of Practice   
Join us for a Community of Practice for secondary Instructional Coaches! This collaborative network of coaches will come together to share expertise, resources, and experiences to improve teaching and learning outcomes in secondary education.
Course # 241-25-913-069  
Subjects # [Administration and Supervision]

Begin Date: 04/04/2025
Course # 241-25-913-069
Status: OPEN
Type: Face to Face
Location: CREC CENTRAL
State: Connecticut
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6 HR ANNUAL V ENDORSEMENT TRAINING - SPRING 2025    V ENDORSED DRIVERS RECERTIFICATION - R-360
CREC Transportation is offering a 2 day Zoom class, for those looking to acquire their 6 hr R-360 form to renew their V endorsement on their CT license or to remain qualified by attending the annual 6 HR V Endorsement Training on the CT DMV required topics. Completing the class will result in a R-360 form for "V endorsement renewal only" and a CST-3 form for the employer/employee driver qualification file. MUST ATTEND BOTH DAYS, of the 2 day zoom class, 3 hrs each day. THIS CLASS IS NOT FOR DRIVERS WHO NEED THE 10 HR TRAINING TO ACQUIRE THE V ENDORSEMENT FOR THE FIRST TIME.
Course # 241-25-971-002  
Subjects # [Transportation]

Begin Date: 04/22/2025
Course # 241-25-971-002
Status: OPEN
Type: Online
Location: CREC PROGRAMS AND DIVISIONS - Transportation
State: Connecticut
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Coaches Council   
Instructional Coaches in the CREC region are invited to attend bi-monthly council meetings to share best practices and engage in new thinking about coaching. Topics will be determined based on participant interests. Council will meet from 9-11 and an optional book club from 11-11:30. No cost to attend this workshop.
Course # 241-25-913-062  
Subjects # [Administration and Supervision]

Begin Date: 05/02/2025
Course # 241-25-913-062
Status: OPEN
Type: Face to Face
Location: CREC CENTRAL
State: Connecticut
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Math Council   
CREC’s Mathematics Council provides new thinking about mathematics instruction for K-12 math teachers, coaches, and district leaders in an open forum type setting. Agenda topics are determined by district participants in order to serve the group’s needs. Meeting includes state updates. No cost to attend.
Course # 241-25-913-033  
Subjects # [Mathematics Instruction]

Begin Date: 05/02/2025
Course # 241-25-913-033
Status: OPEN
Type: Face to Face
Location: CREC CENTRAL
State: Connecticut
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Science Council   
Science educators, coaches and administrators are invited to attend council meetings to share best practices, engage in new thinking about science education, and continue to proactively respond to the demands of the Next Generation Science Standards. Meeting includes state updates. No cost to attend!
Course # 241-25-913-037  
Subjects # [Science Instruction]

Begin Date: 05/02/2025
Course # 241-25-913-037
Status: OPEN
Type: Face to Face
Location: CREC CENTRAL
State: Connecticut
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English Language Learners Council (Title III)   
English Learner district coordinators and educators in the CREC region are invited to attend meetings to share best practices and emerging research on improving outcomes for EL students. Members will engage in new thinking about instructional practices and collaborate to proactively respond to EL needs in their district. No cost to attend.
Course # 241-25-913-045  
Subjects # [Equity], [ESL - English as a Second Language/ELL], [K-12 Education]

Begin Date: 05/08/2025
Course # 241-25-913-045
Status: OPEN
Type: Online
Location: ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
State: Connecticut
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IM K-5 Math: Teach and Learn   
What is a problem based curriculum and how do I implement it in my classroom? In this session, teachers will explore the design structure of the IM curriculum and lesson plan with a Certified IM Facilitator. They will experience a lesson, practice and rehearse content and language routines, explore various supports, understand assessment materials and begin to use student thinking as a vehicle for productive planning. After this training, teachers will be ready to begin using the IM K–5 Curriculum effectively in their classrooms.
Course # 241-25-913-019  
Subjects # [Mathematics Instruction]

Begin Date: 05/12/2025
Course # 241-25-913-019
Status: CANCELLED
Type: Face to Face
Location: CREC CENTRAL
State: Connecticut
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CREC Curriculum Council Meeting   
Join other educational leaders for time to problem-solve, plan, share, and collaborate with colleagues. The morning will be the virtual RESC Alliance Curriculum Council. The remaining time will be allocated to topic-specific work sessions and/or team-based work time. Come alone or with your team to use designated space and time around topics such as statewide mandates, district initiatives, or collaborating on problems of practice. Free to attend.
Course # 241-25-913-055  
Subjects # [Administration and Supervision]

Begin Date: 05/15/2025
Course # 241-25-913-055
Status: OPEN
Type: Face to Face
Location: CREC CENTRAL
State: Connecticut
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Early Childhood Education Council   
Early Childhood Educators in CREC districts meet during the school year. The mission of the Early Childhood Educators Council is to embrace collaboration, improve teaching and learning, and promote excellence and equity in early childhood education through opportunities to network with colleagues, share solutions around problems of practice, and build professional capacity.
Course # 241-25-913-025  
Subjects # [Early Childhood Education]

Begin Date: 05/20/2025
Course # 241-25-913-025
Status: OPEN
Type: Face to Face
Location: CREC Soundbridge
State: Connecticut
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Early Childhood Directors Council   
The Early Childhood Directors Council is a professional network dedicated to fostering best practices and innovative strategies for early childhood administrators. Our primary objective is to empower leaders in the field by providing a platform for collaboration, knowledge sharing, and professional development.
Course # 241-25-913-050  
Subjects # [Early Childhood Education]

Begin Date: 06/17/2025
Course # 241-25-913-050
Status: OPEN
Type: Face to Face
Location: CREC Soundbridge
State: Connecticut
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TEAM Mentor Initial Support Training   
This training for prospective mentors and cooperating teachers is available for individuals selected by the district (or volunteered) to serve in one of these roles. Following sessions, there will be an additional time for follow up offered for more in-depth work on the modules or the process chosen by your districts. The training prepares participants to lead beginning teachers through the TEAM module process and a successful completion of the five mentoring modules. In addition, participants are prepared to support a student teacher while developing effective coaching strategies to assist both beginning and student teachers. Participants must attend all sessions. At the end of the training, participants qualify to work with either a new teacher or a student teacher. Pre work is required. The instructor will send information to participants prior to the session. No cost to attend this event.
Course # 241-26-913-004  
Subjects # [TEAM]

Begin Date: 10/02/2025
Course # 241-26-913-004
Status: OPEN
Type: Online
Location: ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
State: Connecticut
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TEAM Mentor Initial Support Training   
This training for prospective mentors and cooperating teachers is available for individuals selected by the district (or volunteered) to serve in one of these roles. Following sessions, there will be an additional time for follow up offered for more in-depth work on the modules or the process chosen by your districts. The training prepares participants to lead beginning teachers through the TEAM module process and a successful completion of the five mentoring modules. In addition, participants are prepared to support a student teacher while developing effective coaching strategies to assist both beginning and student teachers. Participants must attend all sessions. At the end of the training, participants qualify to work with either a new teacher or a student teacher. Pre work is required. The instructor will send information to participants prior to the session. No cost to attend this event.
Course # 241-26-913-007  
Subjects # [TEAM]

Begin Date: 11/07/2025
Course # 241-26-913-007
Status: OPEN
Type: Online
Location: ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
State: Connecticut
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TEAM Mentor Initial Support Training   
This training for prospective mentors and cooperating teachers is available for individuals selected by the district (or volunteered) to serve in one of these roles. Following sessions, there will be an additional time for follow up offered for more in-depth work on the modules or the process chosen by your districts. The training prepares participants to lead beginning teachers through the TEAM module process and a successful completion of the five mentoring modules. In addition, participants are prepared to support a student teacher while developing effective coaching strategies to assist both beginning and student teachers. Participants must attend all sessions. At the end of the training, participants qualify to work with either a new teacher or a student teacher. Pre work is required. The instructor will send information to participants prior to the session. No cost to attend this event.
Course # 241-26-913-005  
Subjects # [TEAM]

Begin Date: 01/29/2026
Course # 241-26-913-005
Status: OPEN
Type: Online
Location: ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
State: Connecticut
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TEAM Mentor Initial Support Training   
This training for prospective mentors and cooperating teachers is available for individuals selected by the district (or volunteered) to serve in one of these roles. Following sessions, there will be an additional time for follow up offered for more in-depth work on the modules or the process chosen by your districts. The training prepares participants to lead beginning teachers through the TEAM module process and a successful completion of the five mentoring modules. In addition, participants are prepared to support a student teacher while developing effective coaching strategies to assist both beginning and student teachers. Participants must attend all sessions. At the end of the training, participants qualify to work with either a new teacher or a student teacher. Pre work is required. The instructor will send information to participants prior to the session. No cost to attend this event.
Course # 241-26-913-008  
Subjects # [TEAM]

Begin Date: 05/05/2026
Course # 241-26-913-008
Status: OPEN
Type: Online
Location: ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
State: Connecticut
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