Join us on March 24th: Seeking Solutions for Social-Emotional Learning

Conscious Discipline is a whole-school solution for social-emotional learning, discipline and self regulation.

Would you like to see an evidence-based model for developing classroom management, social-emotional learning and character education in action? 

West Rusk ISD has designed their Elementary Campus around the research-based practice and is inviting area leaders to visit for a tour and conversation.  Join us for the next Region 7 ESC

Leadership Round Table / Networking Meeting

Tuesday, March 24, 2015   9:00 am - 12:00 noon
West Rusk Elementary Campus
Host:  Dr. Michelle Cline, Principal / Lead Learner

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Explore evidence-based strategies for creating a safe school environment, plus learn immediately-useable strategies to remain calm during moments of chaos.  It utilizes everyday events rather than an external curriculum, and addresses the adult's emotional intelligence as well as the child's. 

Conscious Discipline empowers adults to consciously respond to daily conflict, transforming it into an opportunity to teach critical life skills to children. With Conscious Discipline, your teachers, your students and your entire school culture will become a safe haven of cooperation, constructive problem solving and academic success.

View a great library of videos about Conscious Discipline.

Emergency Management: BE PREPARED!

Schools continually face emergencies that vary in severity, duration, and expenditure. Therefore, emergency management is at the forefront of school safety and security related issues. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) defines emergency management as "the protection of the civilian population and property from the destructive forces of natural and man-made disasters through a comprehensive program of mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery" (FEMA, 2010).

No doubt, schools must take preemptive action to successfully fulfill their primary mission, which is educating students. These preventative measures include planning, drilling and training for a variety of emergencies. Furthermore, these measures should be assessed to ensure they are current and effective.

Save the date for an interactive workshop designed to help schools refine and develop comprehensive high-quality, emergency management plans and processes. The goal of each two-day session is to allow schools and local partners to work collaboratively to strengthen preparedness; support safe, secure learning environments; and to respond efficiently and effectively during emergencies. Each workshop will focus upon tactical, operational, and strategic planning.

Join us and be prepared!  REGISTER HERE.

Date:  April 16 - 17, 2015

Region 7 ESC Building

More info: 

Adrian Knight

Coordinator, Federal Programs

Region 7 Education Service Center

1909 North Longview Street

Kilgore, Texas 75662

Phone: (903) 988-6810