New cohort alert! SEEDS of Learning for Infants and Toddlers is coming up fast - complete the interest form today! Limited spots available! https://forms.office.com/r/MuPfeapYfB
3 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
New offering! SEEDS of learning for infants and toddlers spring 2025. SEEDS of Relationship-Based Infant-Toddler Caregiving is based on years of research about child development, brain development, and how trusting adult-child interactions help children learn. This  cohort will empower caregivers by increasing their understanding of infants and toddlers, how their brains are developing, and how to build the connections and trust that are essential to a child's growth and development. Programs will engage in  Two In-Person Trainings:  March 20th 8:30-2:00 April 17th 8:30-2:00  In-person coaching to support social, emotional and equitable academic growth Three online peer learning & networking sessions with other programs Program Benefits: Receive a Classroom Award to Support Implementation $300/participant Staff Stipend to Program 15 hours of FREE Growing Futures Training  Continuing Education Credit Available Questions? Contact Faith Rieger at faith@ndchildcare.org or at 701-941-2393. Complete the interest form by February 18th. Includes south east education cooperative and child care aware of north Dakota logos. limited spots available
Educators channeled their inner rock star yesterday at the second "festival" of CoachELA. Highlights of the day included SEEC School Improvement & Math Specialist, Ryan Lyson, discussing the forgetting curve and literacy teams digging into student data from their schools!
3 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
three women in sunglasses standing in front of coachela powerpoint
picture of educators looking at computer screen
picture of presenter discussing a slide titled 'learning without retention is pointless'
three women holding up craft reading rope
picture of people twisting pipe cleaners into a rope
CoachELA handout, sticker, pipe cleaners, and pink, bedazzled sunglasses
picture of women in a sweater that says rock and love in front of coachela powerpoint
Is your school looking for extra support in reading and math? Help us spread the word - Reading and Math Corps site applications for the 2025-2026 school year are open! Reading Corps: https://fs16.formsite.com/servetogrow/25-Reading/index Math Corps (K-3): https://fs16.formsite.com/servetogrow/25K3Math/index Math Corps (4-8): https://fs16.formsite.com/servetogrow/25-4-8-Math/index
3 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
Become a Host Site, applications open now, americorps reading corps and math corps logos
Child Care Aware of ND was excited to participate in Early Childhood Day at the Capitol last week. The team had a great time connecting with Legislators and educating on the importance of early childhood programming!
3 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
child care aware staff group picture by the North Dakota seal
child care aware staff with North Dakota legislator, Kyle Davison
child care aware staff with a legislator
group picture of early childhood day on the hill
Child Care Aware staff with North Dakota legislator
Earlier this month, we had our first session of Family Child Care Foundations in Fargo and Bismarck! This professional development focuses on health and safety, quality interactions, routines, and environments.
3 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
group picture of early childhood education training participants
Temperatures are rising, so we celebrated the end of the polar vortex with a hot coca cart in the office!
3 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
collage of people drinking hot chocolate with the text hot cocoa
This week's spotlight goes to one of our MathCorps tutors, Zac! Thank you for helping students use their math skills both in and out of the classroom! #AmeriCorps #mathcorps
3 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
Tutor Spotlight: Favorite Part of Tutoring My favorite moments as a tutor is watching students grow. Some students I have had more than one year and it is rewarding to see them learn. Recently, a students shared with me that she applied a math lesson when she went shopping. We were working on a lesson on rounding. With a parent's assistance, she rounded the items she was purchasing to find out about how much the total cost would be. It was good to hear that a student was able to apply the day's lesson in the real world.  I Wish Everyone Knew It provides a chance for students to gain extra practice outside of the classroom. It is rewarding to help students who may be struggling in reading and math. It is also a great opportunity to give back to the community. It has been an enriching experience. Zac DeMers, Perkett Elementary (AmeriCorps Math Corps)
Tomorrow is the day! Stop by the ND Capitol Building to visit with afterschool programs from across the state and grab a free lunch!
3 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
North Dakota afterschool Day on the hill january 23, 2025 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM The North Dakota Afterschool Network invites out-of-school time programs working with youth ages 5 - 18 to Afterschool Day on the Hill! Showcase your program to legislators and state agency representatives by sharing the ways you are positively impacting youth, families, and communities across ND. No cost lunch available 11:30 AM until gone. ND State Capitol Building Bismarck, ND. January 23, 2025, 8:30 am - 1:30pm Memorial Hall, kristin.knorr@k12.nd.us, www.ndafterschoolnetwork.com
Thank you, Kimberly, for making a positive difference for the students of Washington Elementary! #AmeriCorps #readingcorps
3 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
Tutor Spotlight Kimberly Buchholz Washington Elementary, Minot. Favorite Part of Tutoring I like spending time with the students one-on-one. I feel that I'm making a positive difference in their lives. I have three students that struggled last year that are making great gains this year. It is very rewarding to see them improve their reading skills and subsequently feel good about themselves too.   I Wish Everyone Knew Reading/Math/Early Learning Corps is a great way to stay involved with children and the schools. It's a job that you will find purpose in and feel good about. They also offer education awards. I used this award to help my daughter get her Masters in teaching.
At the beginning of the fall Features of Effective Math Instruction: Retention training (Jamestown), 30.8% of participants responded that they had little to no understanding of retrieval strategies to increase learner retention in math. By the end, all participants responded that they strongly or mostly understood this topic! Register for the spring training today, and get ready to build your knowledge! https://members.ndrea.org/ap/Events/Register/7EFaYvvcNCQCd
3 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
Features of Effective  Math Instruction: REtention Investigate features of effective math instruction through the latest research and best practices. Understand the curve of forgetting for mathematics learning. Develop the capacity to increase learner’s retention in mathematics through sound strategies that include spaced learning over time and interleaved practice format. AUDIENCE: Elementary and Secondary teachers, school administrators, instructional coaches, and NDREA staff   COST: $25/participant Register Now for Fargo’s Session on March 18th!. Facilitated by Dr. Ryan Lyson. South east education cooperative, North Dakota Regional Education Association, and North Dakota Department of Public Instruction logos
The Learning Beyond Paper cohort is now open! Sign up to receive free access to this digital curriculum with a whole year of lesson plans! Complete your interest form by February 3rd: https://forms.office.com/r/cfbeSsF44c
3 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
Child Care Aware of North Dakota Shared Services Alliance. Are you looking to save time? Would you like to improve cash flow and revenue? Do you want to better support & manage your staff? would you like to improve family communications? Join Child Care Aware of ND’s Shared Services Alliance Today! Learning Beyond paper cohort now open! What will you receive by joining? FREE Access to Learning Beyond Paper a Digital Curriculum with 52 weeks of lesson plans. Learning Beyond Paper is aligned to the ND Early Learning Standards and CLASS Receive access to FREE quarterly kits from Lakeshore to support the Learning Beyond Paper curriculum. Complete Your Interest Form by February 3rd. Join us for an Overview Call on Thursday, February 6th at 7:00pm. Funding provided by the North Dakota department of health and human services, procare solutions, parachute by KidKare, Learning Beyond, Lakeshore, North Dakota Women’s Business Center
#MentoringAmplifies opportunities and we are committed to striving for equity in our pursuit to close the mentoring gap. Today, let’s honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s vision for a more inclusive world and continue its creation for those to come. As we reflect on his legacy, let’s commit to fostering mentoring relationships that uplift and inspire. Join us at mentoring.org/nmm #MentoringMonth #MLKDay
3 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service with an animated picture of Dr. King
We have another great training opportunity next week! Register for Directors Tips, Tools, and Strategies now: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tYDJmMWEQM2Ev4iHZUv1Kg This session is designed to equip directors with a robust toolkit of strategies and resources to foster a more dynamic, inclusive, and effective learning environment.
3 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
DIRECTORS TIPS, TOOLS & STRATEGIES LEVEL 1 - 1 HOUR  ONLINE TRAINING DIRECTORS WILL DELVE INTO EFFECTIVE METHODS TO EMPOWER AND DEVELOP THEIR TEACHING STAFF, AND ACTIVELY INVOLVE FAMILIES IN THEIR EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS. THIS TRAINING WILL COVER INNOVATIVE APPROACHES FOR DIRECTORS TO SUPPORT TEACHERS IN CRAFTING A PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN. THIS PLAN WILL FOCUS ON INDIVIDUAL TEACHER GOALS ALIGNED WITH OVERARCHING PROGRAM OBJECTIVES, ALL AIMED AT ENHANCING CHILD DEVELOPMENT OUTCOMES. ADDITIONALLY, WE WILL DIFFERENTIATE BETWEEN FAMILY ENGAGEMENT AND FAMILY INVOLVEMENT. THIS SESSION IS DESIGNED TO EQUIP DIRECTORS WITH A ROBUST TOOLKIT OF STRATEGIES AND RESOURCES TO FOSTER A MORE DYNAMIC, INCLUSIVE, AND EFFECTIVE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT. THURSDAY, JANUARY 23RD 7:00-8:00 PM ONLINE - ZOOM Questions? Contact Child Care Aware® of ND training@ndchildcare.org Or Call 1-800-997-8518 (option 2)
Start the new year with intention and join us for Setting the Stage for Learning: Intentional Environments! This session goes beyond room arrangement. We will discuss how to set the stage for learning, ways that the environment becomes another teacher in the classroom and the emotional environment. Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/zUIjQ3xgSlewhJoc697VFg#/registration
4 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
Setting the Stage for Learning: Intentional Environments Level 1 - 1 hour  online training This engaging session is designed to empower educators with the skills and knowledge necessary to create inclusive early learning environments that celebrate diversity and promote tolerance. Through a comprehensive exploration of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)'s Position Statement on Advancing Equity, participants will learn how to implement practices that ensure all children feel valued as part of the classroom community. The course will also delve into strategies for actively involving families in their children's education, emphasizing the importance of building a cohesive community of learners. Thursday, January 23rd 7:00-8:00 pm online - zoom Questions? Contact Child Care Aware® of ND training@ndchildcare.org Or Call 1-800-997-8518 (option 2)
We're back and better than ever! Cassie helps Ellendale students know that they've got it when it comes to reading! #AmeriCorps #readingcorps
4 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
"Tutor Spotlight Cassie Taylor Ellendale Elementary Favorite Part of Tutoring I love seeing the students PM scores go up each week, discussing it with them, and seeing the happy feelings on their face when they know that their hard work is paying off and they are getting better. They've got this!  I Wish Everyone Knew It may look hard at first, but when you get going, it is easy. Make sure you build a relationship with your students, it really helps!"
We know that afterschool programs are impactful for communities, but what does that look like in North Dakota? The Afterschool Alliance put together a fast facts sheet with figures like this one to paint the picture of afterschool: https://nodak.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/NDSEEC-public/EcPqLwCfzuxEuF8yM7yvD6IBF8-A0MCpGDpZEreCjiwpyQ?e=dCPxvL
4 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
A Look at Afterschool in ND AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAMS ACCELERATE STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC GROWTH AND SUPPORT THEIR WELL-BEING North Dakota students in afterschool programs are: Getting homework help (70%) Engaging in STEM learning opportunities (71%) Working on their reading and writing skills (68%) Interacting with their peers and building social skills (100%) Taking part in physical activities (86%) Building confidence (79%) The Afterschool Alliance is working to ensure that all children and youth have access to quality afterschool programs. Learn more at: www.afterschoolalliance.org
The 2025 Legislative Sessions has officially started in North Dakota! Sign up to receive brief, concise policy update emails to stay up-to-date with child care legislation: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/ArAfkve
4 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
Sign up today! Stay current with ND policy updates. North Dakota Afterschool Network and Child Care Aware of North Dakota logos
Looking for information on health coverage? Check out more information on https://www.healthcare.gov/.
4 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
 What Do Early Care and Education Workers Need to Know About the Marketplace?#getcovered It’s important to be healthy so you can take good care of yourself and the children who are counting on you. Health coverage is more affordable and accessible than ever through the Health Insurance Marketplace®.  If you choose to buy a health plan  through the Marketplace, you may  qualify for help paying for health  coverage, even if you weren’t eligible  in the past.
When you submit your Marketplace application, you and your family may be able to save on Marketplace premiums or qualify for Medicaid or the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), based on your household income. Preventive services, like shots and screenings, can help prevent illness and other health problems, or find issues at an early stage when treatment is likely to work best. All Marketplace health plans and many other plans must cover certain preventive services without charging you a copayment or coinsurance, if your doctor or other provider is in your plan’s network. Visit HealthCare.gov/coverage/preventive-care- benefits/ for more information about preventive benefits. Open Enrollment runs from November 1 – January 15. Enroll by December 15 for coverage to start on January 1. Get a checklist to prepare for enrollment at HealthCare.gov/downloads/apply-for-or-renew- coverage.pdf. Then enroll in a plan at HealthCare.gov/get-coverage. If you recently lost health insurance, like Medicaid or CHIP coverage, you may qualify for a Special Enrollment Period to get Marketplace coverage. Visit HealthCare.gov/coverage-outside-open- enrollment/special-enrollment-period to find out if you qualify to get coverage now. If you need someone to help you enroll, re-enroll, or answer questions about the Marketplace, Medicaid, or CHIP, visit HealthCare.gov/find-assistance. If you or someone you’re helping has questions about the Marketplace, you have the right to get help and information in your language at no cost to you. To talk to an interpreter, call 1-800-318-2596. Protect your personal information Never share your information to anyone offering cash, gifts, or other perks.  Visit HealthCare.gov/protect-from-fraud- and-scams for more tips on protecting  yourself from fraud. CMS Product No. 12129 September 2024 This product was produced at U.S. taxpayer expense. Health Insurance Marketplace® is a registered service mark of  the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. How can I learn more? To learn more about coverage through the Marketplace or your benefits and protections, visit HealthCare.gov or call the Marketplace Call Center at 1-800-318-2596. TTY users can call 1-855-889-4325. You have the right to get your information in an accessible format, like large print, braille, or audio. You also have the right to file a complaint if you feel you’ve been discriminated against.  Visit CMS.gov/About-CMS/Web-Policies-Important-Links/Accessibility-Nondiscrimination-Disabilities-Notice or call 1-800-318-2596. TTY users can call 1-855-889-4325.
Afterschool programs, like the VEX IQ elementary robotics team in Valley City, help students cultivate useful life skills outside of the classroom. Help us show North Dakota legislators the impact of out-of-school programs and sign up to showcase your program during Afterschool Day on the Hill: https://fs29.formsite.com/1jusg9/DayonHIll/index .
4 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
pictures of elementary students at a robotics tournament with the following text: afterschool day on the hill, January 23, 2025 (8:30-1:30pm), www.ndafterschoolnetwork.com, #ndafterschool
Start the new year off right! Sign up to receive monthly newsletters from SEEC! https://www.ndseec.com/forms/newsletter-signup
4 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
"Poster with the following text: The South East Education Cooperative (SEEC) is one of seven Regional Education Associations (REAs) in North Dakota. REAs strive to offer consistent high-quality programs and services in the areas of professional development, technology support, data systems support, school improvement support, and curriculum enrichment that reflect the needs of its region. Sign up to receive our newsletter (QR code).What To Expect:  Education Spotlight -  Get inspired by stories about local schools   Administrative Updates - Stay up to date on topics like the ND Legislative Session  Teaching Resources & Tools - Build up your toolbox with new resources each month  Coaches Corner - Review a micro lesson on a hot topic  PD, Programs, and Services - Dive into one program and what it offers  Upcoming PD - Be the first to know about upcoming opportunities What To Expect:  Education Spotlight -  Get inspired by stories about local schools   Administrative Updates - Stay up to date on topics like the ND Legislative Session  Teaching Resources & Tools - Build up your toolbox with new resources each month  Coaches Corner - Review a micro lesson on a hot topic  PD, Programs, and Services - Dive into one program and what it offers  Upcoming PD - Be the first to know about upcoming opportunities. "