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Wellness
Wellness is a state of being healthy in body, mind, and spirit. It involves taking care of oneself and others, and creating a positive and supportive environment. School principals play a key role in fostering and supporting a culture of wellness for the entire school community, including students, staff, and families.
Wellness is a dimension in the Culture Domain under the School Leader Paradigm.
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Each Admin Academy is designed to develop and support learning leaders leading learning organizations.
On-Demand Academies
IPA's On-Demand Academies offer administrator academy credit in an on-demand format.
ELN Courses
Available to all public school educators at no cost, ELN courses provide high-quality, on-demand content on the ELN platform. Don’t have access? Go here.
Advocating Personal Wellness
(2 PD Hrs.) This course will enable the practitioner to develop the ability to: demonstrate an...
Advocating Personal Wellness
(2 PD Hrs.) This course will enable the practitioner to develop the ability to: demonstrate an understanding of fitness concepts, principles, strategies, and individual differences needed to maintain a health-enhancing level of fitness, implement a...
Anaphylactic Reactions Management and Food Allergies
(1 PD Hrs) This training will cover the common causes of severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis)...
Anaphylactic Reactions Management and Food Allergies
(1 PD Hrs) This training will cover the common causes of severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) and train educators to recognize the signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis as well as emergency treatment.
Anaphylactic Reactions Management and Food Allergies (2023 - 2024)
(1 PD Hrs) This training will cover the common causes of severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis)...
Anaphylactic Reactions Management and Food Allergies (2023 - 2024)
(1 PD Hrs) This training will cover the common causes of severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) and train educators to recognize the signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis as well as emergency treatment.
Asthma Management for School Staff
(0 PD Hrs.) This course will provide an overview of asthma, asthma emergency response, and review...
Asthma Management for School Staff
(0 PD Hrs.) This course will provide an overview of asthma, asthma emergency response, and review of general policies that apply to asthma management in schools.
Asthma Management for School Staff (2023 - 2024)
(0 PD Hrs.) This course will provide an overview of asthma, asthma emergency response, and review...
Asthma Management for School Staff (2023 - 2024)
(0 PD Hrs.) This course will provide an overview of asthma, asthma emergency response, and review of general policies that apply to asthma management in schools.
Becoming a Fit and Healthy Leader
(2 PD Hrs.) Fit and healthy leaders embrace a balance between their professional and personal...
Becoming a Fit and Healthy Leader
(2 PD Hrs.) Fit and healthy leaders embrace a balance between their professional and personal lives in the dimensions of physical, emotional, creative, environmental, financial, occupational, intellectual, social, and psychological wellness.
Becoming a Self-Aware Leader
(2 PD Hrs.) Self-aware leaders self-evaluate by reflecting on their thoughts, feelings, and actions.
Becoming a Self-Aware Leader
(2 PD Hrs.) Self-aware leaders self-evaluate by reflecting on their thoughts, feelings, and actions. Educational leaders who are self-aware become better decision-makers, exhibit more self-confidence, and communicate with clarity and intention.
Becoming an Ethical Leader
(2 PD Hrs.) Leaders who prioritize ethical conduct embody a set of principles, values, and beliefs...
Becoming an Ethical Leader
(2 PD Hrs.) Leaders who prioritize ethical conduct embody a set of principles, values, and beliefs that guide their actions and influence those around them.
Becoming an Optimistic Leader
(PD Hrs. 2) Optimistic leaders remain steadfast personally and professionally in the face of...
Becoming an Optimistic Leader
(PD Hrs. 2) Optimistic leaders remain steadfast personally and professionally in the face of adversity; believe adversity can be overcome; look on the positive side of situations, and are positive when others cannot see beyond problems and risks to find...
Bias and Microaggressions in the Classroom (2023 - 2024)
(2 PD Hrs.) Presented by Dr. Carolyn Strong. This course is a conversation about bias and...
Bias and Microaggressions in the Classroom (2023 - 2024)
(2 PD Hrs.) Presented by Dr. Carolyn Strong. This course is a conversation about bias and microaggressions, their impact, and how to circumvent it.
Bloodborne Pathogens
(0 PD Hrs) By Martha Peebles
This training will cover the universal precautions for protecting...
Bloodborne Pathogens
(0 PD Hrs) By Martha Peebles
This training will cover the universal precautions for protecting yourself from exposure to bloodborne pathogens such as Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, HIV and AIDS.
Bloodborne Pathogens (2023 - 2024)
(0 PD Hrs) By Martha Peebles
This training will cover the universal precautions for protecting...
Bloodborne Pathogens (2023 - 2024)
(0 PD Hrs) By Martha Peebles
This training will cover the universal precautions for protecting yourself from exposure to bloodborne pathogens such as Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, HIV and AIDS.
Building a Foundation for Leadership Success
(4 PD Hrs.) By Jim Burgett - This course outlines four fundamental attributes for successful...
Building a Foundation for Leadership Success
(4 PD Hrs.) By Jim Burgett - This course outlines four fundamental attributes for successful school leaders. They are: making ethical decisions; being visible at the building level; creating positive relationships; and invoking positive attitudes.
Bullying and Harassment: Helping Students and Parents
(1 PD Hr.) Judy Brunner and Dennis Lewis will provide participants information related to the...
Bullying and Harassment: Helping Students and Parents
(1 PD Hr.) Judy Brunner and Dennis Lewis will provide participants information related to the ever-changing legal parameters as well as when and how school personnel may intervene.
Care for Students with Diabetes
(1 PD Hrs.) Presenter Martha Peebles - This course has been designed to recognize signs and...
Care for Students with Diabetes
(1 PD Hrs.) Presenter Martha Peebles - This course has been designed to recognize signs and symptoms of a diabetic reaction and how to respond when a student is in need of emergency medical attention.
Care for Students with Diabetes (2023 - 2024)
(1 PD Hrs.) Presenter Martha Peebles - This course has been designed to recognize signs and...
Care for Students with Diabetes (2023 - 2024)
(1 PD Hrs.) Presenter Martha Peebles - This course has been designed to recognize signs and symptoms of a diabetic reaction and how to respond when a student is in need of emergency medical attention.
Chronic Health Conditions of Students
(1 PD Hr.) Presenter Martha Peebles will cover common chronic health conditions of students.
Chronic Health Conditions of Students
(1 PD Hr.) Presenter Martha Peebles will cover common chronic health conditions of students. Course covers signs and symptoms of special medical conditions of students' including the need for staff to be familiar with students individual emergency...
Chronic Health Conditions of Students (2023 - 2024)
(1 PD Hr.) Presenter Martha Peebles will cover common chronic health conditions of students.
Chronic Health Conditions of Students (2023 - 2024)
(1 PD Hr.) Presenter Martha Peebles will cover common chronic health conditions of students. Course covers signs and symptoms of special medical conditions of students' including the need for staff to be familiar with students individual emergency...
Domestic and Family Violence (2023 - 2024)
(3 PD Hrs.) By Kathi Neubert and Denise McCaffrey.
Domestic and Family Violence (2023 - 2024)
(3 PD Hrs.) By Kathi Neubert and Denise McCaffrey. This two part course presents: 1) the effects of domestic violence on physical health, mental well-being, students' educational performance; and 2) the impact domestic violence has on children at home,...
Feeling Isolated
(2 PD Hrs.) Dr. Tammy Milby, Virginia Commonwealth University
This course will cover 4 sections:...
Feeling Isolated
(2 PD Hrs.) Dr. Tammy Milby, Virginia Commonwealth University
This course will cover 4 sections: 1) Developing a Relationship with a Mentor 2) Teamwork, 3) Professional Renewal, and 4) Coping with Stress.
HIV and AIDS (2023 - 2024)
(1 PD Hrs) Presenter Martha Peebles - This course covers four sections: 1)HIV Definition and...
HIV and AIDS (2023 - 2024)
(1 PD Hrs) Presenter Martha Peebles - This course covers four sections: 1)HIV Definition and Transmission; 2) HIV Signs and Symptoms; 3) Risk Factors and Education; 4) Parent and Student Rights; gives insight into policies and procedures for staff and...
Implementing Social and Emotional Wellness
(PD Hrs. 2) This course will enable the practitioner to obtain the ability to cultivate a...
Implementing Social and Emotional Wellness
(PD Hrs. 2) This course will enable the practitioner to obtain the ability to cultivate a commitment to and support for social and emotional wellness, establish systems for self-assessment and data collection on student, staff, and community wellness,...
Introduction to Domestic Violence and Its Impact on Children
(1 PD Hr.) Children who witness domestic violence or are victims of abuse themselves are at...
Introduction to Domestic Violence and Its Impact on Children
(1 PD Hr.) Children who witness domestic violence or are victims of abuse themselves are at serious risk for long-term physical and mental health problems.
McKinney-Vento Act for Homeless Students
(1 PD Hrs.) Before schools can be certain they are complying with the legislation related to...
McKinney-Vento Act for Homeless Students
(1 PD Hrs.) Before schools can be certain they are complying with the legislation related to education students experiencing homelessness, they must understand there are laws that protect the educational rights of homeless children.
McKinney-Vento Act for Homeless Students (2023-2024)
(1 PD Hrs.) Before schools can be certain they are complying with the legislation related to...
McKinney-Vento Act for Homeless Students (2023-2024)
(1 PD Hrs.) Before schools can be certain they are complying with the legislation related to education students experiencing homelessness, they must understand there are laws that protect the educational rights of homeless children.
Mental Health and Suicide Prevention
(1 PD Hr.) by Dr. Jonathan B. Singer, Ph.D. LCSW -- One of the most important causes of suicide is...
Mental Health and Suicide Prevention
(1 PD Hr.) by Dr. Jonathan B. Singer, Ph.D. LCSW -- One of the most important causes of suicide is mental illness. This course will define mental illness and provides its relationship to suicide and how to assist suicidal students.
Mental Health and Suicide Prevention (2023 - 2024)
(1 PD Hr.) by Dr. Jonathan B. Singer, Ph.D. LCSW -- One of the most important causes of suicide is...
Mental Health and Suicide Prevention (2023 - 2024)
(1 PD Hr.) by Dr. Jonathan B. Singer, Ph.D. LCSW -- One of the most important causes of suicide is mental illness. This course will define mental illness and provides its relationship to suicide and how to assist suicidal students.
Needs of Expecting and Parenting Youth
(1 PD Hr.) In this course, participants will acknowledge and implement a supportive approach for...
Needs of Expecting and Parenting Youth
(1 PD Hr.) In this course, participants will acknowledge and implement a supportive approach for pregnant and parenting youth that emphasizes healing and resilience, aiming to nurture and empower them to thrive despite challenges.
Nurturing a Culture of Wellness
(2 PD Hrs.) This course will allow participants to Create a collaborative framework to support a...
Nurturing a Culture of Wellness
(2 PD Hrs.) This course will allow participants to Create a collaborative framework to support a culture of wellness, foster a culture of wellness through school vision, mission, values, conversations, and activities, and promote a culture that supports...
Nutrition Training (Civil Rights)
(0 PD Hr.) This course includes a section on definitions, an overview of important terminologies,...
Nutrition Training (Civil Rights)
(0 PD Hr.) This course includes a section on definitions, an overview of important terminologies, and some background information on where the current civil rights requirements came from.
Opioid Overdose Management in the School Environment
(2 PD Hrs.) Presented by James Reimer, Jessica L. Kerr, and Garth K. Reynolds.
Opioid Overdose Management in the School Environment
(2 PD Hrs.) Presented by James Reimer, Jessica L. Kerr, and Garth K. Reynolds. This course covers the Illinois Public Act 99-0480 which allows trained school personnel to administer an opioid-blocking medication to a person having an opioid overdose...
Opioid Overdose Management in the School Environment (2023 - 2024)
(2 PD Hrs.) Presented by James Reimer, Jessica L. Kerr, and Garth K. Reynolds.
Opioid Overdose Management in the School Environment (2023 - 2024)
(2 PD Hrs.) Presented by James Reimer, Jessica L. Kerr, and Garth K. Reynolds. This course covers the Illinois Public Act 99-0480 which allows trained school personnel to administer an opioid-blocking medication to a person having an opioid overdose...
Roadblocks
(2 PD Hrs.) By Dr. Joan Rhodes, UVC. This course discusses roadblocks in the workplace and...
Roadblocks
(2 PD Hrs.) By Dr. Joan Rhodes, UVC. This course discusses roadblocks in the workplace and identifies strategies for overcoming those roadblocks. In addition, this course also provides strategies for dealing with difficult people in the workplace.
Seizures
(1 PD Hrs.) By Ayesha Akhtar
In this mandated course, participants will be introduced to the many...
Seizures
(1 PD Hrs.) By Ayesha Akhtar
In this mandated course, participants will be introduced to the many types of seizures, what triggers seizures, medication, and treatment options.
Seizures - IL Public Act 101-0050 (2022-2023)
(0 PD Hrs) By Ayesha Akhtar
In this mandated course, participants will be introduced to the many...
Seizures - IL Public Act 101-0050 (2022-2023)
(0 PD Hrs) By Ayesha Akhtar
In this mandated course, participants will be introduced to the many types of seizures, what triggers seizures, medication, and treatment options.
Seizures - IL Public Act 101-0050 (2023-2024)
(1 PD Hrs.) By Ayesha Akhtar
In this mandated course, participants will be introduced to the many...
Seizures - IL Public Act 101-0050 (2023-2024)
(1 PD Hrs.) By Ayesha Akhtar
In this mandated course, participants will be introduced to the many types of seizures, what triggers seizures, medication, and treatment options.
Self-Reflection and Growth
(4 PD Hrs.) Self-reflection is looking into a mirror and describing what you see.
Self-Reflection and Growth
(4 PD Hrs.) Self-reflection is looking into a mirror and describing what you see. It is a way of assessing yourself, your ways of working and how you study.
Social Emotional Learning: What, Why, and How
(1 PD Hr.) In this course, participants will apply the definitions of Social and Emotional...
Social Emotional Learning: What, Why, and How
(1 PD Hr.) In this course, participants will apply the definitions of Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) and how the Illinois SEL Standards are arranged, articulating the importance of incorporating SEL in the classroom.
Sports Concussion and Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
(1 PD Hrs.) By Kurt Gibson, Nicole Schaefbauer, and Philicia Deckard.
Sports Concussion and Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
(1 PD Hrs.) By Kurt Gibson, Nicole Schaefbauer, and Philicia Deckard. This presentation by IHSA, IESA, and the Brain Injury Association of Illinois will address concussion management as required by the Youth Sports Concussion Safety Act.
Sports Concussion and Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (2023 - 2024)
(1 PD Hrs.) By Kurt Gibson, Nicole Schaefbauer, and Philicia Deckard.
Sports Concussion and Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (2023 - 2024)
(1 PD Hrs.) By Kurt Gibson, Nicole Schaefbauer, and Philicia Deckard. This presentation by IHSA, IESA, and the Brain Injury Association of Illinois will address concussion management as required by the Youth Sports Concussion Safety Act.
Teen Dating Violence
(2 PD Hrs.) Teen dating violence is a serious and widespread issue that encompasses various forms...
Teen Dating Violence
(2 PD Hrs.) Teen dating violence is a serious and widespread issue that encompasses various forms of abusive behavior within romantic relationships among adolescents.
Teen Dating Violence (2023 - 2024)
(2 PD Hrs.) By Dr. Terry Lilley. This course will include two sections: 1) Teen Dating Violence...
Teen Dating Violence (2023 - 2024)
(2 PD Hrs.) By Dr. Terry Lilley. This course will include two sections: 1) Teen Dating Violence and Abusive Relationships; and 2) Responding to Teen Dating Violence and Abusive Relationships.
Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences
(2 PD Hrs.) Dr. Diana Zaleski, Illinois Education Association.
Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences
(2 PD Hrs.) Dr. Diana Zaleski, Illinois Education Association. This course introduces educators to Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and explains the impact these traumatic experiences have on health and behavioral outcomes for children.
Understanding Child Sexual Abuse and Your Responsibility to Report
(2 PD Hrs.) A child cannot consent to any form of sexual activity, period.
Understanding Child Sexual Abuse and Your Responsibility to Report
(2 PD Hrs.) A child cannot consent to any form of sexual activity, period. When a perpetrator engages with a child this way, they are committing a crime that can have lasting effects on the victim.
Understanding Child Sexual Abuse and Your Responsibility to Report (2023 - 2024)
(1 PD Hrs.) A child cannot consent to any form of sexual activity, period.
Understanding Child Sexual Abuse and Your Responsibility to Report (2023 - 2024)
(1 PD Hrs.) A child cannot consent to any form of sexual activity, period. When a perpetrator engages with a child this way, they are committing a crime that can have lasting effects on the victim.
Vaping
(2 PD Hrs.) This course provides an education on electronic nicotine delivery systems or ENDS,...
Vaping
(2 PD Hrs.) This course provides an education on electronic nicotine delivery systems or ENDS, also known as vapes. Participants will review emerging trends in adolescents who use these devices and have the opportunity to expand discussions associated wi
ELN Webinars
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Restful Nights, Resilient Days: How the VEN Nurtures Educators
April 3, 2024
Restful Nights, Resilient Days: How the VEN Nurtures Educators
Join this session to learn about The Virtual Educator Network (The VEN). The VEN is a virtual, interactive, and transformative experience for educators throughout the country. This research based model provides unparalleled support and offers an innovative PD experience to help educators thrive, ultimately ensuring a more restful and fulfilling professional journey, and successful outcomes for students.
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Surefire Strategies for Success Over Stress: The Professional Educator's Ultimate Survival Guide
March 28, 2024
Surefire Strategies for Success Over Stress: The Professional Educator's Ultimate Survival Guide
During these difficult times, many educational professionals are struggling with a ton of unexpected stressors, such as unprecedented and unpredictable world events, trying to balance their work with their family’s needs, and dealing with the lingering new challenges in the classroom since the Pandemic. Burnout among educational professionals can easily rear its ugly head under these circumstances. In this career-saving webinar, Dr. Jack Singer will provide you with specific exercises for re-wiring your brain for maximum resilience and well-being.
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Today's Significant School Leader: Surviving and Thriving
January 25, 2024
Today's Significant School Leader: Surviving and Thriving
Want to be a better leader? Want to be a more effective school administrator? Looking for something fresh and different? New to administration? Experienced yet need a reboot? Meet Andrew Marotta!
In this webinar, Andrew will invigorate you, challenge you, and inspire you. He will share stories, tips, hacks, and experiences from his 20 years as a building leader. This high-energy, enthusiastic presentation will be interactive, reflective, and purposeful for you, to help you in your role as a school leader. No one promised you that the job would be easy; but Andrew will help you make it more manageable, fun, and rewarding.
In this transformative session, Andrew will focus on: the power of storytelling, having more energy & enthusiasm, providing meaningful feedback, and how to better take care of your own well-being, while doing your best to serve others. You will grow and connect through different interactive and engaging activities. Andrew will look to move your emotions & stir your soul in this powerful webinar.
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SEL: Youth and Self
October 25, 2023
SEL: Youth and Self
Social-emotional learning (SEL) provides youth with the skills they need to be healthy, happy humans. At this webinar, titled Youth and Self, attendees will understand the core SEL competencies and how they can create an environment that allow youth to understand, explore, and affirm their identities. We will hear from a panel of experts who work closely with diverse youth and will share strategies that help their youth understand their cultural, racial, and gender identities. Walk away with activities and ideas you can immediately incorporate into your classroom.
Resources
Anchored to the School Leader Paradigm, IPA Resources provide tools to support learning leaders leading learning organizations.
