ICEARY 2025: Full Schedule

10:45am CST

A Guest on the Job: Building Empathy in Home Visits LIMITED

Thursday March 6, 2025 10:45am - 11:45am CST

Join Dr. Hannah Mesouani for a session on how to build empathy and unpack hidden biases during home visits for students at-promise. During this presentation, you will learn about attribution theory and empathy mapping to be an effective "guest on the job" when visiting student living spaces to offer support and conduct necessary interventions.

Speakers

Hannah Mesouani

YWCA McLean County & ISBE

Thursday March 6, 2025 10:45am - 11:45am CST
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1:00pm CST

Region 3 Networking FILLING

Thursday March 6, 2025 1:00pm - 1:30pm CST

Redbird E

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Thursday March 6, 2025 1:00pm - 1:30pm CST
Redbird E

1:45pm CST

Healthy Boundaries and Staff-Student Relationships FILLING

Thursday March 6, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST

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Understanding Professional Boundaries
• Definition: Professional boundaries are the physical and emotional limits that define appropriate interactions between educators and their students.
• Purpose: To maintain safe, ethical, and practical working relationships with the kids we serve.
• Importance: Protects students and professionals from potential harm or misunderstandings.
• Key aspects: Respect, confidentiality, objectivity, and clear communication.

Speakers

Joe McQueen

Principal, Menta Academy Galesburg

Joe McQueen is the current Principal of Menta Academy Galeburg. With over twenty-five years of comprehensive experience in mental health, including roles as an LBS1 teacher, special education coordinator, and residential treatment specialist, Joe has established himself as a seasoned... Read More →

Therapeutic Boundaries and Employee Student Relationships Slides pptx

Thursday March 6, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Redbird E

3:00pm CST

Ensuring Academic Success For Marginalized Students LIMITED

Thursday March 6, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST

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This session will offer guidance and best practices for schools to identify barriers and risks faced by economically and academically disadvantaged students. The presenter will assist participants in crafting goals to effectively engage students in both short- and long-term goal setting.

Speakers

Andrew McGee

Education Consultant, MACCAP Consulting

Andrew is an education consultant who has partnered with MACCAP Consulting to make a lasting impact in Title I schools, marginalized communities, and with parents whose voices often go unheard. His work is a passionate call to break down barriers and create opportunities for every... Read More →

2025 ICEARY Hand Out PP Confernce pdf

Thursday March 6, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Redbird E

9:45am CST

When Grief Shows Up at School FILLING

Friday March 7, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am CST

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This presentation offers a comprehensive exploration of grief, focusing on the nuances between children's and adults' experiences. Gain insights into effectively supporting grieving children and adolescents within educational environments, and discover valuable resources to aid in your supportive role.

Friday March 7, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am CST
Redbird E

11:00am CST

Climate and Culture: Restorative Practices in Schools with a Trauma-Informed Approach FILLING

Friday March 7, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm CST

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This training is intended for administrators, teachers, school staff members, and school support providers who wish to understand more about restorative practices and their benefits for the whole school culture and climate.
Recognize the key principles, concepts, and practices of a whole school approach to restorative practices
Experience the circle process and review the elements of facilitating circles and conferences
Learn a model for implementing and supporting restorative practices in your school
Learn to engage in developing and applying a restorative plan that addresses systems and learning
Develop skills to guide your school through the restorative change process

Speakers

Joe McQueen

Principal, Menta Academy Galesburg

Restorative Practices in Schools with a Trauma Informed Approach pdf

Friday March 7, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
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