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SUMMARY:Aroostook County Regional Workshop: Health and Physical Education Teachers
DESCRIPTION:The Maine Department of Education\, in partnership with Maine AHPERD and CACE\, are offering a Regional Workshop Day for all Aroostook County health education and physical education Teachers! \nPhysical Education Teachers: A full day\, Active OPEN-PE workshop introducing OPEN PE’s free standards-based curriculum resources. \nHealth Education Teachers:\nHighlighting Maine DOE’s Health Education Standards and Website Resources-Susan Berry\, Health Education and Health Promotion Specialist \nUsing the MIYHS Data for Health Education-Dr. Carolyn Gross\, Physical Education and Health Education Specialist \nHands on CPR and Naloxone Education Resources-Lizz Theriault\, PE and HE Teacher\, Ashland District School and 2024 Maine AHPERD High School Health Education Teacher of the Year\, and Justin Martin\, OPTIONS Liaison at ACMH \nHealth Education Lesson Sharing-Lizz Theriault\, PE and HE Teacher\, Ashland District School and 2024 Maine AHPERD High School Health Education Teacher of the Year \nQuaver ED K-5 Health Education Resources Review-Quaver Ed Staff \nJoin us at Presque Isle High School on March 21 from 8:00-3:00!
URL:https://www.cacepartnership.org/event/aroostook-county-regional-workshop-health-and-physical-education-teachers/
LOCATION:Presque Isle High School\, 16 Griffin Street\, Presque Isle\, ME\, 04769\, United States
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SUMMARY:Maine DOE Mentor Teacher Training
DESCRIPTION:Maine’s mentor training has been recently updated to include current research and best practices\, building upon prior collaborative work with teacher leaders\, administrators\, and higher education partners. The training will consist of an initial one day in-person session\, followed by two virtual two-hour sessions later in the year. This scaffolded approach is in response to valuable educator feedback and allows greater accessibility to the training. Contact hours will be awarded for training. Mentors will also be offered access to a Mentor Community of Practice to network and share resources. \nTraining will take place at University of Maine Presque Isle’s Campus Center from 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. on Friday\, March 21. There will be a 45-minute break for lunch on your own (lunch not provided). \nPlease complete a brief registration form: March 21 Mentor Training Registration. Training will be limited to 50 participants. Anyone over this limit will be placed on a waiting list. \nAn agenda\, some pre-work and more specifics on parking and location will be sent within two weeks of the training session. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions to Christina O’Neal\, PhD\, Educator Excellence Coordinator\, christina.l.oneal@maine.gov\, 207-441-8461.
URL:https://www.cacepartnership.org/event/maine-doe-mentor-teacher-training/
LOCATION:UMPI Campus Center\, 181 Main Street\, Presque Isle\, ME\, 04769\, United States
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SUMMARY:Communication\, Collaboration\, and Consistency in the Classroom
DESCRIPTION:The Central Aroostook Council on Education is proud to present Mrs. Brittany Morrison and “Communication\, Collaboration\, and Consistency in the Classroom”. Brittany Morrison is an elementary teacher at Zippel Elementary School\, as well as a certified Positive Behavior Interventions and Support coach. \nParticipants will engage in hands-on activities to incorporate in their classroom to help reinforce collaboration. They’ll discuss ways of communication with parents and staff as well as how to stay consistent with routines\, expectations and responsibilities in the classroom. \nJoin us on Friday\, April 11 at 12:30 at the University of Maine at Presque Isle Multipurpose Room for a look at using the techniques found in PBIS to improve our classrooms.
URL:https://www.cacepartnership.org/event/communication-collaboration-and-consistency-in-the-classroom/
LOCATION:UMPI Campus Center\, 181 Main Street\, Presque Isle\, ME\, 04769\, United States
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SUMMARY:New Teacher Cohort-Session 2
DESCRIPTION:Calling all new teachers…we’re back! \nLet’s continue to work together to make your early years in the classroom a success! \nThe Central Aroostook Council on Education is proud to continue the New Teacher Cohort series with Session 2\, featuring some of the region’s top educators and administrators providing guidance and knowledge to a new and exciting generation of young teachers. \nWe at CACE are excited to announce that Emily Rosser\, RSU 39 Student Success Coordinator and the 2024 Aroostook County Teacher of the Year\, and April Belyea\, Elementary School Teacher at Caribou Community School\, will focus on self care and classroom management in what will be an engaging discussion. Following the presentation\, there will be an informal question and answer session with a panel of experienced administrators and teachers. This session’s panel will include Erin Ireland\, Principal of Easton Elementary School\, Amy Sweetser\, Easton Elementary School Teacher\, and Valerie Black\, Washburn Elementary School Principal. \nDinner\, courtesy of CACE\, and continued conversation to conclude the session! \nCheck out WAGM’s coverage of Session 1 here!
URL:https://www.cacepartnership.org/event/new-teacher-cohort-session-2/
LOCATION:UMPI Campus Center\, 181 Main Street\, Presque Isle\, ME\, 04769\, United States
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SUMMARY:CACE Day 25
DESCRIPTION:The Central Aroostook Council on Education is proud to present CACE Day 25! \nWith special guests: \nMaureen Healy\nMaureen Healy is an award-winning author\, international speaker and consultant to schools\, as well as families. His Holiness the Dalai Lama stated\, “I hope Maureen Healy’s book\, The Emotionally Healthy Child\, contributes to a more wholesome education for future generations.” Her other books include: The Happiness Workbook for Kids\, and Growing Happy Kids\, which was praised by Ed Hallowell\, MD. Maureen’s Psychology Today blog has also been read by millions worldwide. \nOver the last 15+ years\, Maureen has guided thousands of people including parents and children\, school systems\, and child-centered professionals throughout North America\, Europe and Asia. She also has appeared across all media outlets including ABC’s “Midday Live” in San Francisco\, The New York Times\, PBS’s “This Emotional Life” series\, and podcasts such as Sunshine Parenting and Calm & Connected\, as examples. \nComplementing her experience\, Maureen holds a BA in Psychology and MBA from Clark University in Worcester\, MA and A PhD program in Child Development from Fielding Graduate University in Santa Barbara\, CA. Additionally\, Maureen has studied with happiness teachers globally\, which has bolstered her joy immensely. She says\, “I love to learn”\, especially as she continues to grow from every experience she has and person she meets. \nPurchase her books here: http://growinghappykids.com \nKeynote: Strengthening Student Resilience\nResilience is a skill that students can learn to develop regardless of their circumstances. Being able to understand the science of childhood resilience\, as well as the ideas and skills that help students get unstuck from problems\, as well as form a resilient mindset can be game changing for the home or classroom. \nBreakout: Emotional Health-What Really Helps Kids Become Emotionally Healthy Today\nUnderstanding children’s emotional health and how to help children build emotional regulation\, and intelligence is the focus of this program. Participants gain a completely fresh perspective\, and tools to nurture emotional health in themselves\, as well as their students and families. \nKim Strobel\n\nKim Strobel is an internationally-known motivational speaker for educators\, school leaders\, and organizations and travels the globe sharing the impact of happiness and well-being and student achievement.  \nShe is the author of Teach Happy: Small Steps to Big Joy\, which provides a clear path to reclaiming joy and happiness within and outside the teaching profession. \nAs a former teacher and curriculum director\, her goal is to inspire you by providing thought-provoking research\, heartwarming stories\, and simple action steps that get you life-changing results. \nBecause of her own challenges and adversities\, Kim teaches others how to overcome their fears\, discover their joy\, activate their potential\, and boldly pursue a life that feels good to them from the inside-out.  \nPurchase her book and online courses here: www.strobeleducation.com \nKeynote: The Science of Happiness\nIn this thought-provoking and compelling keynote\, Kim shares how we can reprogram our brains to become more positive and step into our power. When our happiness and well-being are at the forefront\, employees are ten times more engaged\, 31% more productive\, and three times more creative. \nBreakout: Reimagining Education\nWe have an unprecedented opportunity to reimagine education in a BIG way. one that supports our students’ abilities\, yet pushes them to accept new challenges. One that recognizes the sacrifices teachers make\, yet encourages them to embrace new perspectives\, professional development\, and techniques. One that understands administrative limits\, yet pushes for the reform and resources our schools need and deserve. \nEric Herlan\nFor more than 30 years\, Eric Herlan has been representing public school districts on a wide variety of legal issues\, focusing on both special education and general school law questions. \nEric gives his clients practical guidance on how to resolve problems consistent with the law\, often coming up with creative solutions to help them achieve their goals\, even with the most complicated legal issues. He has represented Maine and New Hampshire school districts in more than 100 special education due process hearings\, in addition to state complaint investigations\, human rights proceedings\, and the Federal Office for Civil Rights investigations. Eric has also practiced in both federal and state courts\, including many cases before the First Circuit Court of Appeals as well as the US District Court\, and he has also appeared before the Maine Supreme Court. \nIn addition to his legal practice\, Eric regularly lectures on school law topics in Maine\, New Hampshire\, and across the country to a wide variety of audiences. His presentations are energetic and entertaining\, whether in front of school staff in a local school district or in front of attorneys at a national conference. \nEric publishes frequently on special education and other school law topics. He has written and published Maine Special Education Law\, the premier book on special education in Maine. He co-authored New Hampshire Special Education Law\, and is a contributing author to Maine School Law. He has been a regular contributor to the School Law Advisory and served as its editor for many years. He has written for the Maine Law Review and was its editor in chief while in law school. Eric has been recognized in Best Lawyers in America\, a guide to leading lawyers in the country\, and in New England Super Lawyers in the category of Education Law every year since 2010. \nBreakout 1: Regular Education Supporting Special Education Requirements\nThis presentation explores how regular education teachers in Maine can effectively support students with special education needs in compliance with state and federal requirements. It will outline strategies for collaboration between general and special educators\, highlight instructional practices that promote inclusion\, and review legal obligations under Maine’s special education regulations. Participants will gain practical tools for adapting curriculum\, fostering a supportive learning environment\, and ensuring all students have equitable access to education. \nBreakout 2: Restraint\, Seclusion\, and Dangerous Student Behavior\nThis presentation provides an overview of Maine’s laws and best practices regarding the use of restraint and seclusion with students who present dangerous behaviors. It will address legal definitions\, reporting requirements\, and the circumstances under which these interventions may be used. Attendees will learn strategies for preventing crises\, de-escalating unsafe situations\, and ensuring the safety and dignity of all students and staff. \nEmily Daniels\nEmily Read Daniels is the creator and author of The Regulated Classroom-an evidence-based framework that enables educators to cultivate conditions for felt safety in the classroom. \nShe developed this framework after spending years as a school counselor working with dysregulated students and staff\, knowing that teachers needed tools and practical strategies for coping with and recovering from trauma.  \nEmily has a BA in Sociology and Women’s Studies and a Master’s of Education in School Counseling from the University of Delaware. She also holds an MBA in Organizational and Environmental Sustainability from Antioch University of New England. \nShe is a Nationally Certified Counselor through the National Board of Certified Counselors and continually refines her understanding of the applied science of trauma. \nShe has completed more than 120 hours of training in Somatic Experiencing. She has trained in SMART (Sensory-Motor Arousal Therapy) as well as trauma-informed sensory modulation with Dr. Tina Champagne. She’s participated in small group consultation with Dr. Bessel van der Kolk and completed an introductory class in Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics.  \nEmily is also a Reiki practitioner and completed a certificate in the Penn Program for Mindfulness. She relishes opportunities for nerding out-refining her skills\, broadening her knowledge\, and improving her effectiveness as a trainer\, consultant\, facilitator\, and leader. \nSee her work here: www.regulatedclassroom.com  \nBreakout 1: Understanding the Essential Priority in Addressing Student Behavior Post-COVID\nPost COVID\, educator burnout and disruptive student behavior has soared to record highs. It has left fragile educational systems stretched to the max. In this session\, audience members will gain a new lens\, the Polyvagal Theory\, through which to interpret the current state of education. Not only will participants be able to view the current criss differently\, they will begin to understand what needs to be done differently to effectively address the current moment. \nREGISTRATIONS FULL \nBreakout 2: Sustaining in Education with More Energy\, Fun\, and Hope in the Classroom\nIn this highly interactive session\, participants will experience the 4 core practices of The Regulated Classroom. Participants will have the chance to experience their nervous system states and notice how the regulations/dysregulation continuum feels on the inside of their body. Moreover\, they may notice how their state shifts with context and experience\, practical tools and simple practices. \nREGISTRATIONS FULL \nJoin us on September 19\, 2025 at 8:00am at Presque Isle High School! \n @cace.maine \n CACE
URL:https://www.cacepartnership.org/event/cace-day-25/
LOCATION:Presque Isle High School\, 16 Griffin Street\, Presque Isle\, ME\, 04769\, United States
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SUMMARY:Starting\, Building and Sustaining School-Wide PBIS
DESCRIPTION:Central Aroostook Council on Education are pleased to present Aroostook County Positive Behavioral Interventions and Support Coaches Brittany Morrison and Iris Gagne in “Starting\, Building\, and Sustaining School-Wide PBIS (and How Maine PBIS Can Help)”. \nParticipants will be introduced to School Wide PBIS and take a deeper dive into the core components of PBIS that lead to success for all students. They will have time to engage in hands-on activities incorporating Tier 1 PBIS strategies into the classroom as well as time to work with their school teams on data-based decision making. There will be time for independent work\, group discussions and break out sessions for participants to learn from the following content strands: Classroom Strategies\, The Regulated Classroom\, SW-PBIS and functions of behavior. \nJoin Brittany and Iris at the University of Maine at Presque Isle MMG Center for an exceptional day of professional development! \nClick here for a draft agenda.
URL:https://www.cacepartnership.org/event/starting-building-and-sustaining-school-wide-pbis/
LOCATION:UMPI Campus Center\, 181 Main Street\, Presque Isle\, ME\, 04769\, United States
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SUMMARY:CACE Day 2026 featuring Kim Strobel
DESCRIPTION:CACE Education Service Center is proud to present CACE Day 2026 featuring Kim Strobel! \nKim Strobel is an internationally known motivational speaker\, dynamic powerhouse\, and leading happiness coach. She is also the author of Teach Happy: Small Steps to Big Joy. Kim inspires others to step into their power and live happier\, less-stressed lives. Drawing on the science of positive psychology\, she teaches practical\, research-backed strategies that create lasting and transformative results. \n \nHer work demonstrates that prioritizing happiness is not just a feel-good concept—it’s the key to unlocking peak performance\, greater productivity\, and meaningful growth in both professional and personal life. \nOutside of her work\, Kim is a proud mother\, loving wife\, and dedicated runner. She’s also a passionate animal rescuer\, having saved 243 dogs (and counting!). \nLearn more about Kim and order her book at www.kimstrobel.com. \nKeynote: Remembering Your Why\nIn times of uncertainty and constant change\, it is easy for professionals to feel overwhelmed\, exhausted\, and disconnected from the work they once loved. Educators\, healthcare workers\, corporate teams\, and nonprofit leaders are navigating rising demands\, emotional strain\, and workplace pressures that often leave them feeling depleted. \nMany have lost a sense of joy. And when that joy fades\, the impact is far-reaching. It affects personal lives\, workplace culture\, performance\, and the very people they serve: students\, patients\, clients\, and communities. \nBut sometimes it is in the midst of chaos that clarity emerges. \nIn this powerful keynote\, Kim helps audiences reconnect with the deeper purpose that called them into their profession. Through the story of a remarkable student who profoundly shaped her own journey\, she reminds participants why their work matters and how remembering their “why” reignites meaning\, resilience\, and motivation. \nThis keynote is not just about inspiration. It is about renewal. Kim equips participants with practical tools to navigate stress\, sustain passion\, and remain grounded in purpose—even when the work feels heavy. When professionals reconnect with their “why\,” they do not simply feel better. They lead better\, serve better\, and live better. \nBreakout Sessions\n“Remembering Your Why”-Kim Strobel\, CEO\, Strobel Education.\nRemember Your Why is a powerful\, heartfelt keynote that helps educators reconnect with the deeper purpose that called them to this work. Through meaningful storytelling and research\, Kim reminds educators to see the heart before the behavior while renewing their sense of purpose\, resilience\, and connection to the students they serve. \n“ROOTS: Small Shifts That Change Behavior and Learning”-Tomelle Greenfield\, Strobel Education.\nROOTS is a practical framework that helps educators create the conditions where students can regulate\, engage\, and thrive. In this interactive session\, participants will explore the five ROOTS areas and learn simple\, effective shifts in adult practices that can prevent behavior challenges\, strengthen relationships\, and keep learning moving. Participants will leave with strategies they can use immediately in their classrooms. \n“Success is Rising One More Time Than You Fall”-Dr. Jacqui\, Mari\, and Dusty Lowman\, Beyond Limits.\nAs children\, we come into the world with unlimited potential. But way too soon\, we start hearing the word “can’t.” So we internalize the can’ts\, clip the wings of our dreams\, and put bars on our insides. Instead\, let’s ask Why Not? rather than Why? Jacqui will share stories of some of her “impossible” journeys and invite you along to plan and attain your dreams. \nMaine DOE Mentor Teacher Training-Dr. Christina O’Neal\, Maine DOE Educator Excellence Team.\nThis training builds upon prior collaborative work with teacher leaders\, administrators\, and higher education partners—and now incorporates the latest research and best practices in mentoring. Designed with direct input from educators\, the training follows a scaffolded approach to provide a more personalized\, just-in-time learning experience. (This is a full-day training immediately following the keynote speech) \n“Keep it Simple: Practical Ways to Embed Literacy and Numeracy into Health and Physical Education”-Dr. Carolyn Gross\, Maine DOE Office of School and Student Support.\nThis session will explore simple\, practical strategies for integrating literacy and numeracy into health and physical education without adding complexity to instruction. Participants will discover easy-to-implement approaches that strengthen students’ communication\, critical thinking\, problem-solving\, and data literacy while supporting meaningful health and physical activity learning. \n“Inclusive By Design: Leveraging UDL and Responsive Interactions to Support Inclusive Practices in PK-2 Classrooms”-Sue Gallant and Michelle Belanger\, Maine DOE Early Learning Team.\nInclusive classrooms are built through intentional design and responsive pedagogical practices\, not retrofitted through accommodations alone. This session explores how educators can use Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to strengthen curriculum and instructional approaches so all children can access\, engage in\, and demonstrate their learning. \n“Evidence-Based Practices Promoting Increased Attendance”-Sarah Nelson\, M.Ed\, SELI and Jess Anderson\, M.Ed.\nThis session explores practical\, evidence-based strategies schools can use to improve student attendance and reduce chronic absenteeism through MTSS-aligned\, supportive approaches. Participants will learn high-impact Tier 1 practices\, including relationship-building\, positive recognition\, communication\, early data monitoring\, and engaging classroom practices\, as well as targeted strategies for addressing root causes such as transportation\, disengagement\, and anxiety. Through real-world examples\, especially from rural schools\, attendees will leave with ready-to-use\, low-cost strategies to strengthen attendance\, belonging\, and student support.  \n“New Teacher Mentor Group”-Dr. Wendi Malenfant.\nJoin us for an engaging breakout session designed to inspire\, connect\, and support you in your teaching journey. Whether you are brand new to the profession or have up to five years of experience\, we will focus on reconnecting with your “why” while building a strong support network for the year ahead. Come share your input on scheduling and preferences for our first dinner and speaker event of the year\, and connect with fellow educators who share your experience. \n“Supporting Increased Attendance through the Integration of Regulated Classroom (TRC™) Practices”-Sarah Nelson\, M/Ed. SELI\, Maine DOE Office of School and Student Supports.\nAs educators face chronic absenteeism and declining engagement\, the Maine Department of Education has partnered with The Regulated Classroom™ (TRC™) to help schools shift from surviving to thriving by restoring joy\, purpose\, and well-being for students and staff alike. With nearly 1\,800 Maine school and community members trained\, this session with Sarah Nelson\, Student Engagement Specialist\, will explore how four core regulating practices—delivered in brief “micro-doses” throughout the day—can reduce stress\, strengthen school culture\, increase engagement and attendance\, and support optimal learning. Please bring your Regulated Classroom Guidebook if you have been trained in the TRC framework. \nSchool Nursing Updates and Discussions-Emily Poland and Nick Oyler\, Maine DOE Coordinated School Health Team.\nWe will provide an overview of school nursing requirements and pertinent updates related to school health services. This will be an opportunity for open discussion among participants and Maine DOE on challenging case studies\, common questions\, and resource sharing. \n“Exploring the Literacy and Numeracy Playbooks”-Maine DOE Interdisciplinary Instruction Team.\nThis session is an interactive introduction to the MDOE Literacy and Numeracy Playbooks. These resources are designed for flexibility; they aim to support SAU planning\, strengthen classroom instruction\, and align local systems with statewide action plans. \n“Positive\, Proactive\, and Practical: Behavior Support Strategies for Ed Techs”-Courtney Angelosante\, UMaine\, Maine DOE.\nThis interactive session will provide practical\, evidence-based strategies for preventing challenging behavior\, teaching expected behaviors\, reinforcing student success\, and responding effectively when challenges occur. Participants will explore how everyday interactions—including directions\, prompts\, choices\, praise\, redirection\, and responses to behavior—can influence student engagement and behavior. Through discussion\, examples\, and real-world classroom scenarios\, participants will leave with positive behavior support strategies they can use immediately while maintaining strong relationships and helping students build greater independence. \n“Positive\, Predictable Classrooms for Strong Starts”-Karen Robbie\, Maine PBIS.\nThis session introduces educators to practical strategies that support young children’s social-emotional and behavioral development across early learning environments. Participants will explore how intentional relationships\, predictable routines\, supportive environments\, and explicit teaching can help create classrooms where PreK–2 students feel safe\, connected\, and ready to learn. An overview of Maine’s Pyramid Model Project will also be shared. \n“Reimagining Education/Embracing All Abilities: Inclusive Education in Maine”-Erin Frazier and Tracy Whitlock\, Maine DOE Office of Special Services and Inclusive Education.\nThis session will provide an overview of the Inclusive Education work being done in Maine and opportunities for professional learning and leadership supports to ensure that all students have access to inclusive educational settings\, curriculum and experiences.
URL:https://www.cacepartnership.org/event/cace-day-2026-featuring-kim-strobel/
LOCATION:Presque Isle High School\, 16 Griffin Street\, Presque Isle\, ME\, 04769\, United States
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