Education Counts Michiana - December 19th, 2018

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  Iris Hammel, John Brach, Skylar Burdue, Riley Trott More Information

  RISE

  

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  For students looking to get an early start on learning the ins and outs of the business and start up world can become part of RISE. Regional Innovation and Start-up Education offers classes and lectures to give the next generation of business leaders the tools they need to get started.

  For additional information visit:

  • RISE
  • RISE Application

  Guests:

  1. Iris HammelExecutive DirectorRISE
     
  2. John BrachStudent
  3. Skylar BurdueStudent
  4. Riley TrottStudent/Mentor

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  Wes Molyneaux, Kat Bromen, Jennifer Higley, Brian Bennett, Neil Bahbah, Tracey Kizyma More Information

  Technology Integration

  

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  As technology becomes more user friendly, it's being found being used more and more in the classroom. Elkhart Community Schools has been working to give teachers and students the necessary tools to become more digitally literate in a growing technological world.

  For additional information visit:

  • Why students need technology in the classroom

  Guests:

  1. Wes MolyneauxTechnology Integration DirectorElkhart Community Schools
     
  2. Kat BromenTechnology Integration SpecialistElkhart Community Schools
     
  3. Jennifer HigleyTeacherPierre Moran Middle School
     
  4. Brian BennettInstructional Technology SpecialistElkhart Community Schools
     
  5. Neil BahbahTeacherElkhart Central High School
     
  6. Tracey KizymaPrincipalMary Beck Elementary School
     

  Additional Resources:

  • Approaches for Integration of Technology
  • Tips for using technology in the classroom

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  The State of Innovation & Startups in South Bend - Elkhart

  

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  The IDEA Center made a case for the South Bend and Elkhart region to become a technology hub. Nick Swisher from the IDEA Center at the University of Notre Dame talks about the state of innovation and new business startups in South Bend and Elkhart and how education plays a major role in creativity and diversity of new business and is essential in keeping those businesses in the region.

  For additional information visit:

  • The IDEA Center
  • REPORT: THE STATE OF INNOVATION AND STARTUPS IN SOUTH BEND-ELKHART
  • Ignition Park

  Guests:

  1. Nick SwisherDirector, Marketing & CommunicationsThe IDEA Center
     https://ideacenter.nd.edu/

  Additional Resources:

  • HeadQuarters at Ignition Park
  • Here's Why Innovation is the Key to Success of Any Business
  • Guide Use innovation to start or grow your business
  • https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbescoachescouncil/2017/05/08/why-innovation-is-crucial-to-your-organizations-long-term-success/#117639853098
  • Why This New Innovation Hub In Israel Decided To Welcome Startups And Enterprises
  • How the Geography of Startups and Innovation Is Changing
  • These Are the 50 Best Places in America for Starting a Business
  • A ‘Slacker’ No More, Austin Emerges as High-Tech Hub
  • How Guadalajara Reinvented Itself as a Technology Hub Read more: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/innovation/how-guadalajara-reinvented-itself-technology-hub-180969314/#IosSfEElBOW2akqe.99 Give the gift of Smithsonian magazine for only $12! http://bit.ly/1c
  • SILICON VALLEY ALTERNATIVE Dulles tech corridor’s brightest stars explain what sets this area apart
  • 5 Cities Poised To Be The Next Silicon Valley Tech Hub

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  Carrie Rabbitt, LMSW, Josh Townsley More Information

  Teacher Academy

  

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  K-12 Teachers in Michigan are required to have 30 hours of professional development per year of their first three years. The Teacher Academy at the Lewis Cass Intermediate School District is a place for all teachers to gain professional development and co-learn together on a range of topics with a focus on universal design.

  For additional information visit:

  • Lewis Cass Intermediate School District
  • 2018 - 19 Teacher Academy
  • Lewis Cass ISD Professional Development

  Guests:

  1. Carrie Rabbitt, LMSWAustism and Behavioral ConsultantLewis Cass Intermediate School District
     Lewis Cass Intermediate School District
  2. Josh TownsleyDirector of Instructional LeadershipLewis Cass Intermediate School District
     http://www.lewiscassisd.org/

  Additional Resources:

  • Why Professional Development Matters
  • What is Professional Development for Teachers?
  • Keeping Your Passion for Teaching Alive
  • Effective Teachers Professional Development
  • NEA – Professional Development
  • Teaching the Teachers: Effective professional development
  • 15 Professional Development Skills for Modern Teachers
  • 3 Reads to Inspire Your Teaching Practice

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