GLRS Course Schedule

GLRS
North Georgia RESA

Course Schedule

NORTH CENTRAL GLRS
4731 Old Hwy 5 South
Ellijay, GA 30540
PH: (706) 276-1111
FAX: (706) 276-1108

Course Schedule By Category:
Consortia Sessions
Endorsement Courses
General Courses
General Sessions

Printable Course Registration Form

**FOR COURSE REQUESTS PLEASE SEND AN E-MAIL TO cmulkey@ellijay.com**

GENERAL COURSES

BRAIN-BASED INSTRUCTION: Using Current Research to Build Successful Classrooms (on-line). If you are interested in taking this course please go to www.compassionassociates.com for more information and to register.

E19B1F1-F8F3	Guiding Kids on the Internet
Work the Web with your kids! This essential course for teachers, leaders, and parents will give you the confidence you need for helping children get the best from Internet access. Step-by-step instructions will lead you in discovering various kid-friendly Internet features. these include web page creation with easy-to-use templates and examples, kid-safe searches, fun resources for kids; and the many communication possibilities for schools, clubs, teacher networks, etc.
Date: Starting Dates: May 21 and June 18, 2008 Time: On-line Place: On-line Fee: $99.00 Presenter: Appalachian Technical College Contact: Denise Hammontree - Please contact at (706) 253-4521 or dhammont@appalachiantech.edu for more information.		2 PLUs
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E91B1F1-8055	Get Assertive
Are you tired of being intimidated and treated badly by others? Discover how you lose power when you talk and how to gain it back. Find out the secrets to defusing anger and avoiding criticism. Gain the skills to be assertive with family members, friends, bosses, co-workers, professionals and clerks.
Date: Starting dates: May 21 and June 18, 2008 Time: On-line Place: On-line Fee: $99.00 Presenter: Appalachian Technical College Contact: Denise Hammontree - Please contact at (706) 253-4521 or dhammont@appalachiantech.edu for more information.		2 PLUs
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E9B1F1-02C5	Introduction to Microsoft Access 2003
Learn how to create real-world business databases using Microsoft Access. Master the secrets of making the computer--not people--do all the work. Create tables, queries, forms, reports, and macros.
Date: Starting Dates: May 21 and June 18, 2008 Time: On line Place: On line Fee: $99.00 Presenter: Appalachian Technical Colege Contact: Denise Hammontree - Please contact at (706) 253-4521 or dhammont@appalachiantech.edu for more information.		2 PLUs
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E9B1F1-0A19	Integrating Technology in the K-5 Classroom
Discover the power and creativity that technology can bring to your classroom as we look at basic integration, subject-specific activities, and smart ways to make your integration seamless.
Date: Starting dates: May 21 and June 18, 2008 Time: On-line Place: On-line Fee: $99.00 Presenter: Appalachian Technical College Contact: Denise Hammontree - Please contact at (706) 253-4521 or dhammont@appalachiantech.edu for more information.		2 PLUs
GO TO WEBSITE www.ed2go.com/apptech TO REGISTER.

E9B1F1-0ADE	Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint 2003
Learn how to use Microsoft PowerPoint to create impressive slide presentations filled with formatted text, images, video, audio, animation, charts, and hyperlinks.
Date: Starting Dates: May 21 and June18, 2008 Time: On line Place: On line Fee: $99.00 Presenter: Appalachian Technical College Contact: Denise Hammontree - Please contact at (706) 253-4521 or dhammont@appalachiantech.edu for more information.		2 PLUs
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E9B1F1-122D	Introduction to Alice 2.0 Programming
This course will show you how to create programs that use basic programming concepts like variables, decisions, events, loops, and arrays. The best part is that you'll be able to learn and practice these techniques while creating progams in a three-dimensional world. This makes programmng more fun and easier to learn.
Date: Starting dates: May 21 and June 18, 2008 Time: On line Place: On line Fee: $99.00 Presenter: Appalachian Technical College Contact: Denise Hammontree - Please contact at (706) 253-4521 or dhammont@appalachiantech.edu for more information.		2 PLUs
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E9B1F1-1459	Photoshop CS2 for the Digital Photographer
Adobe Photoshop CS2 is a high-end software solution providing support and specialized editing tools for digital photographers and graphic artists. Filled with practical hands-on examples, this course will show you how to apply the professional tools and techniques in Photoshop CS2.
Date: Starting dates: May 21 and June 18, 2008 Time: On line Place: On line Fee: $99.00 Presenter: Appalachian Technical College Contact: Denise Hammontree - Please contact at (706) 253-4521 or dhammon@appalachiantech.edu for more information.		2 PLUs
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E9B1F1-31D7	Photoshop 7 for the Absolute Beginner
Take an in-depth look at the most practical feature of Photoshop 7. Learn how to use layers, blends, masks, and transformations. You'll also learn how to create a variety of special effects and how best to create and save images for the Web.
Date: Starting Dates: May 21 and June 18, 2008 Time: On line Place: On line Fee: $99.00 Presenter: Appalachian Technical College Contact: Denise Hammontree - Please contact at (706) 253-4521 or dhammont@appalachiantech.edu for more information.		2 PLUs
GO TO WEBSITE www.ed2go.com/apptech TO REGISTER

E9B1F1-3B42	Photoshop Elements 4.0 for the Digital Photographer
Bring out the best in your images! Adobe's Photoshop Elements 4.0 provides the tools for quick fixes and detailed enhancement. Take control as you discover the features of this award-winning package specifically designed for photo enthusiasts. Designed for those with no prior experience in image editing, this class will take you from novice to accomplished user.
Date: Starting Dates: May 21 and June 18, 2008 Time: On line Place: On line Fee: $99.00 Presenter: Appalachian Technical College Contact: Denise Hammontree - Please contact at (706) 253-4521 or dhammont@appalachiantech.edu for more information.		2 PLUs
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E9B1F1-4377	Creating Web Pages I
Create and post your very own Web site on the Internet in this extensive, hands-on, six week workshop. First, you'll learn about the capabilities of the World Wide Web and the fundamentals of web design. then, with your instructor's patient guidance, you'll plan the content, structure and layout of your Web site, create pages full of neatly formatted text, build links between the pages and to the outside world, and add color, backgrounds, graphics, tables, hot buttons, and animation.
Date: Starting dates: May 21 and June 18, 2008 Time: On-line Place: On-line Fee: $99.00 Presenter: Appalachian Technical College Contact: Denise Hammontree - Please contact at (706) 253-4521 or dhammont@appalchiantech.edu for more information.		2 PLUs
GO TO WEBSITE www.ed2go.com/apptech TO REGISTER.

E9B1F1-45BDE	Intermediate Microsoft Excel 2003
Maximize your investment in Microsoft Excel by learning advanced techniques that most users don't even know exist. In this practical, hands-on course, you'll learn how to use scenarios and data tables, etc.
Date: Starting Dates May 21 and June 18, 2008 Time: On line Place: On line Fee: $99.00 Presenter: Appalachian Technical College Contact: Denise Hammontree - Please contact at (706) 253-4521 or dhammont@appalachiantech.edu for more information.		2 PLUs
GO TO WEBSITE www.ed2go.com/apptech TO REGISTER

E9B1F1-5654	Microsoft PowerPoint 2003 in the Classroom
If you're an educator, this course will help you discover the exsiting possibilities of using PowerPoint for -- and with -- your students. You'll master a variety of uses for PowerPoint in the classroom.
Date: Starting Dates: May 21 and June 18, 2008 Time: On line Place: On line Fee: $99.00 Presenter: Appalachian Technical College Contact: Denise Hammontree - Please contact at (706) 253-4521 or dhammont@appalachiantech.edu for more information.		2 PLUs
GO TO WEBSITE www.ed2go.com/apptech TO REGISTER

E9B1F1-5693	Introduction to Microsoft Outlook 2003
Learn the essentials of Microsoft Outlook 2007 from an expert instructor who's already helped thousands become productive and confident with previous versions of Outlook.
Date: Starting Dates: May 21 and June 18, 2008 Time: On line Place: On line Fee: $99.00 Presenter: Appalachian Technical College Contact: Denise Hammontree - Please contact at (706) 253-4521 or dhammont@appalachiantech.edu for more information.		2 PLUs
GO TO WEBSITE www.ed2go.com/apptech TO REGISTER

E9B1F1-5BDE	Intermediate Microsoft PowerPoint 2003
Learn how to use Microsoft PowerPoint to create impressive slide presentations filled with formatted text, images, video, audio, animation, charts, and links to the web.
Date: Starting Dates: May 21 and June 18, 2008 Time: On line Place: On line Fee: $99.00 Presenter: Appalachian Technical College Contact: Denise Hammontree - Please contact at (706) 253-4521 or dhammont@appalachiantech.edu for more information.		2 PLUs
GO TO WEBSITE www.ed2go.com/apptech TO REGISTER

E9B1F1-6CBB	Introduction to Dreamweaver 8
Learn to harness the power of this industry-standard Web design program from a Silicon Alley veteran. Master the basics of document creation and how to insert and format text, images, hyperlinks, tables, multimedia files, and other types of Web page content. Explore different page design concepts--with an emphasis on avoiding common layout errors.
Date: Starting Dates: May 21 and June 18, 2008 Time: On line Place: On line Fee: $99.00 Presenter: Appalachian Technical College Contact: Denise Hammontree - Please contact at (706) 253-4521 or dhammont@appalachiantech.edu for more information.		2 PLUs
GO TO WEBSITE www.ed2go.com/apptech TO REGISTER

E9B1F1-72E2	Introduction to Dreamweaver MX 2004
You'll master the basics of Web document creation by learning how to insert, arrange, format, and edit text, images, hyperlinks, tables, and other page elements. You'll also get an introduction to the principles of good page design to help you avoid common layout errors.
Date: Starting Dates: May 21 and June 18, 2008 Time: On line Place: On line Fee: $99.00 Presenter: Appalachian Technical College Contact: Denise Hammontree - Please contact at (706) 253-4521 or dhammont@appalachiantech.edu for more information.		2 PLUs
GO TO WEBSITE www.ed2go.com/apptech TO REGISTER

E9B1F1-73A1	Introduction to Microsoft Word 2003
Learn how to create and edit business letters, memos, reports, flyers, and press releases, professional writing as well as working with margins, list and tables.
Date: Starting dates: May 21 and June 18, 2008 Time: On line Place: On line Fee: $99.00 Presenter: Appalachian Technical College Contact: Denise Hammontree - Please contact at (706) 253-4521 or dhammont@appalachiantech.edu for more information.		2 PLUs
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E9B1F1-795D	Creating Web Pages II
Are you using HTML to its fullest potential? In this practical, project-oriented course, you'll discover how you can use tables to create fresh, innovative, and unconventional arrangements of text, colors and graphics. You'll become skilled at incorporating audio into your site, and you'll find out how frames can improve site navigation and turn otherwise drab pages into stunning works of art.
Date: Starting dates: May 21 and June 18, 2008 Time: On-line Place: On-line Fee: $99.00 Presenter: Appalachian Technical College Contact: Denise Hammontree - Please contact at (706) 253-4521 or dhammont@appalachiantech.edu for more information.		2 PLUs
GO TO WEBSITE www.ed2go.com/apptech TO REGISTER.

E9B1F1-8209	Introduction to FrontPage 2003
Have you been itching to build a Web site but don't know where to start? If so, this is the course for you! In Introduction to FrontPage 2003, you'll learn the essentials of Microsoft's popular Web site-building software.You'll begin with an introduction to the basics of Web design and an exploration of the interface and features of the FrontPage program.
Date: Starting dates: May 21 and June 18, 2008 Time: On line Place: On line Fee: $99.00 Presenter: Appalachian Technical College Contact: Denise Hammontree - Please contact at (706) 253-4521 or dhammont@appalachiantech.edu for more information.		2 PLUs
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E9B1F1-88C7	Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2003
Learn how to create and edit a simple worksheet, to manage toolbars and formulas, to format entries, tool functions, financial modeling, and how to work with charts and large worksheets.
Date: Starting dates: May 21 and June 18, 2008 Time: On-line Place: On-line Fee: $99.00 Presenter: Appalachian Technical College Contact: Denise Hammontree - Please contact at (706) 253-4521 or dhammont@appalachiantech.edu for more information.		2 PLUs
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E9B1F1-8A28	Using the Internet in the Classroom
Teach your students how to locate and evaluate Internet resources. Improve the caliber and amount of discussion through the use of e-mail and discussion boards. Learn how to safeguard your students and their personal information while they are using the Internet.
Date: Starting Dates: May 21 and June 18, 2008 Time: On line Place: On line Fee: $99.00 Presenter: Appalachian Technical College Contact: Denise Hammontree - Please contact at (706) 253-4521 or dhammont@appalachiantech.edu for more information.		2 PLUs
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E9B1F1-A743	Introduction to Microsoft Excell 2007
Work with numbers? Then you need to learn Excel 2007. In this unique six-week online workshop, you'll discover dozens of shortcuts and tricks for setting up fully formatted worksheets quickly and efficiently. You'll also learn the secrets behind writing powerful mathematical formulas, using the function wizard to quickly and automatically calculate statistics, loan payments, future value, and more.
Date: Starting dates: May 21 and June 18, 2008 Time: On-line Place: On-line Fee: $99.00 Presenter: Appalachian Technical College Contact: Denise Hammontree - Please contact at (706) 253-4521 or dhammont@appalachiantech.edu for more information.		2 PLUs
GO TO WEBSITE www.ed2go.com/apptech TO REGISTER.

E9B1F1-A7B2	Photoshop Elements Projects
Take your Photoshop Element skills to the next level by working through 12 fun and exciting hands-on projects. A patient instructor guides you every step of the way as you repair an old photo, design custom greeting cards, create a heartwarming photo collage, construct an awe-inspiring panoramic photo, develop and illustrate your own newsletter, build graphics for the Web, and much more!
Date: Starting dates: May 21 and June 18, 2008 Time: On line Place: On line Fee: $99.00 Presenter: Appalachian Technical College Contact: Denise Hammontree - Please contact at (706) 253-4521 or dhammontree@appalachiantech.edu for more information.		2 PLUs
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E9B1F1-AC4E	Advanced Microsoft Excel 2003
Any proficient Microsoft Excel user will agree that Excel is a very powerful analytical tool. Wouldn't it be great to learn how to effectively use every Excel tool at your disposal? In this course, you'll learn how to maximize Excel's analytical and functional capabilities.
Date: Starting dates May 21 and June 18, 2008 Time: On line Place: On line Fee: $99.00 Presenter: Appalachian Technical College Contact: Denise Hammontree - Please contact at (706) 253-4521 or dhammont@appalachiantech.edu for more information.		2 PLUs
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E9B1F1-B070	Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint 2007
Learn how to use Microsoft PowerPoint 2007 -- the best presentation program on the market today. This version of PowerPoint is very different from previous versions because of its new interface in which a Ribbon replaces the menu bar and toolbars.
Date: Starting dates: May 21 and June 18, 2008 Time: On line Place: On line Fee: $99.00 Presenter: Appalachian Technical College Contact: Denise Hammontre - Please contact at (706) 253-4521 or dhammont@appalachiantech.edu for more information.		2 PLUs
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E9B1F1-B10A	A to Z Grantwriting
A to Z Grant Writing is an invigorating and informative course that will equip you with the skills and tools you need to enter the exciting field of grant writing! You'll learn how to raise needed funds by discovering how and where to look for potential funders who are a good match for your organization.
Date: Starting dates: May 21 and June 18 Time: On-line Place: On-line Fee: $99.00 Presenter: Appalachian Technical College Contact: Denise Hammontree - Please contact at (706) 253-4521 or dhammont@appalachiantech.edu for more information.		2 PLUs
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E9B1F1-B252	Microsoft Word 2007 in the Classroom
Mastering Microsoft Word can make you a more productive and creative teacher. You'll learn how to create, open, edit, and save documents, as well as how to create tabs, margins, and spacing.
Date: Starting dates: May 21 and June 18, 2008 Time: On line Place: On line Fee: $99.00 Presenter: Appalachian Technical College Contact: Denise Hammontree - Please contact at (706) 253-4521 or dhammont@appalachiantech.edu for more information.		2 PLUs
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E9B1F1-B34D	The Classroom Computer
If you're a teacher, this course will show you how to create an exciting and enriching experience for your students. You'll learn a wide variety of simple, field-tested, and easy to apply techniques that will make the most of the computer in your classroom.
Date: Starting Dates: May 21 and June 18, 2008 Time: On line Place: On line Fee: $99.00 Presenter: Appalachian Technical College Contact: Denise Hammontree - Please contact at (706) 253-4521 or dhammont@appalachiantech.edu for more information.		2 PLUs
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E9B1F1-B94D	Microsoft Excel 2003 in the Classroom
Learn the basics of Microsoft Excel 2003 while exploring ways both you and your students can benefit from this powerful program. You'll learn terminology, how to use the toolbars, how to sort data, etc.
Date: Starting dates: may 21 and June 18, 2008 Time: On line Place: On line Fee: $99.00 Presenter: Appalachian Technical College Contact: Denise Hammontree - Please contact at (706) 253-4521 or dhammont@appalachiantech.edu for more information.		2 PLUs
GO TO WEBSITE www.ed2go.com/apptech TO REGISTER

E9B1F1-BFF1	Microsoft Word 2003 in the Classroom
Mastering Microsoft Word can make you a more productive and creative teacher. Throughout this course, you'll learn to create, open, edit, and save documents, as well as create tabs and margins, set left, center, right, and justified spacing, add clip art and tables, and complete a host of other exciting tasks.
Date: Starting Dates: May 21 and June 18, 2008 Time: On line Place: On line Fee: $99.00 Presenter: Appalachian Technical College Contact: Denise Hammontree - Please contact at (706) 253-4521 or dhammont@appalachiantech.edu for more information.		2 PLUs
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E9B1F1-C6E3	Big Ideas in Little Books
This exciting program will show you how to create and self-publish work books, lab manuals, booklets, activity kits, visual aids, manipulative, and other powerful instructional aids. You'll also learn how to profit from your ideas by offering the products you develop for sale through catalogs, stores, and trade shows.
Date: Starting dates: May 21 and June 18 Time: On-line Place: On-Line Fee: $99.00 Presenter: Appalachian Technical College Contact: Denise Hammontree - Please contact at (706) 253-4521 or dhammont@appalachiantech.edu for more information.		2 PLUs
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E9B1F1-C7A7	Differentiating Instruction in the Regular Classroom
Differentiated instruction (DI) is becoming a mainstay in classrooms across the country as educators are starting to see the ways that the traditional classroom setting limits their ability to reach diverse learners. Join us on this journey through 10 practical DI integration strategies! Count on at least three sample integration lessons on each strategy.
Date: Starting dates: May 21 and June 8, 2008 Time: Online Place: Online Fee: $99.00 Presenter: Appalachian Technical College Contact: Denise Hammontree - Please contact at (706) 253-4521 or dhammont@appalachiantech.edu for more information.		2 PLUs
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E9B1F1-C840	Designing Effective Web Sites
Creating a Web site today is so easy, almost anyone can do it. But creating an effective Web site is more of a challenge. You'll need to employ good design principles to ensure continued success. Once you master the basics of Web design, you'll have the tools you need to build better and more effective web pages.
Date: Starting dates: May 21 and June 18, 2008 Time: On-line Place: On-line Fee: $99.00 Presenter: Appalachian Technical College Contact: Denise Hammontree - Please contact at (706) 253-4521 or dhammont@appalachiantech.edu for more information.		2 PLUs
GO TO WEBSITE www.ed2go.com/apptech TO REGISTER.

E9B1F1-D5EB	Enhancing Language Development in Childhood
Follow your child's lead and have fun while enhancing language development! In this fun and user-friendly course for parents, teachers, and caregivers, you will discover how children learn to process language and how they become proficient speakers and thinkers. This course will help you enrich your child's life by stimulating his or her continued speech, brain and language development in an enjoyable, age-appropriate environment.
Date: Starting dates: May 21 and June 18, 2008 Time: On-line Place: On-Line Fee: $99.00 Presenter: Appalachian Technical College Contact: Denise Hammontree - Please contact at (706) 253-4521 or dhammont@appalachiantech.edu for more information.		2 PLUs
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E9B1F1-DD29	Intermediate Microsoft Word 2003
Learn how to build time-saving macros, customize your toolbars, create shortcut keys, crank out form letters and mailing labels, perform queries, and much more.
Date: Starting dates: May 21 and June 18, 2008 Time: On line Place: On line Fee: $99.00 Presenter: Appalachian Technical College Contact: Denise Hammontree - Please contact at (706) 253-4521 or dhammont@appalachiantech.edu for more information.		2 PLUs
GO TO WEBSITE www.ed2go.com/apptech TO REGISTER

E9B1F1-ODF9	Introduction to Photoshop CS
This course will teach you how to use Photoshop with detailed, step-by-step instructions that you'll have no trouble following--even if you've never used a computer for graphics before! We'll begin with an introduction to the Photoshop environment. Next, you'll learn how to create simple digital paintings.
Date: Starting dates: May 21 and June 18, 2008 Time: On line Place: On line Fee: $99.00 Presenter: Appalchian Technical College Contact: Denise Hammontree - Please contact at (706) 253-4521 or dhammont@appalachiantech.edu for more information.		2 PLUs
GO TO WEBSITE www.ed2go.com/apptech TO REGISTER

PLC0838	How to "Read and Write" in Math: Improving Problem Solving and Communication in Mathematics
Date: Online Time: Online Place: Online Fee: $310.00 Presenter: CE Credits Online Contact: CE Credits Online - Please contact at www.cecreditsonline.org for more information.		4 PLUs

PLC0853	House Bill 671: Introduction to Exceptional Children and Youth - ON LINE COURSE
Date: June 9 - 30, 2008 Time: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Place: North Georgia RESA, 4731 Old Highway 5 South, Ellijay, GA 30540 Fee: $225.00 - Plus book (see website) Presenter: Dr. Paul Baker Contact: Dr. Paul Baker - Please contact at (706) 276-1111 or paul.baker@cherokee.k12.ga.us for more information. Limit: 30 Participants		5 PLUs
To register for this course go to www.compassionassociates.com. Participants must attend first and last sessions at RESA.

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CONSORTIA SESSIONS

Any teacher or administrator may attend any Consortia Sessions that they feel would be beneficial to them. BEST PRACTICES - Each school system will have an opportunity to share what they are doing in the classroom.

MEDIA SPECIALISTS CONSORTIA

PLS0804	Media Specialists Consortia
Date: Thursday, May 1, 2008 Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Place: North Georgia RESA Fee: $0.00 Presenter: North Georgia RESA Contact: Vanna Clampitt - Please contact at (706) 276-1111x222 or vannac@ellijay.com for more information. Topic: Weeding 101, Audacity and more!		* PLUs
*You will receive 1/2 PLU for each consortia attended this year for a total of 2 for attending all 4.

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ENDORSEMENT COURSES

ESOL ENDORSEMENT PROGRAM

PL109066	ESOL: Cultural Issues
REQUIREMENTS TO REGISTER: Valid Clear-Renewable Georgia Teaching certificate and currently under contract with a Georgia school.
Date: Tuesdays, September 2, 9, 23, 30, October 7, 14, 21, 28, November 11, 18, 2008 Time: 4:30 - 9:30 p.m. Place: Creekview High School, Cherokee County Fee: $225.00 Presenter: Dr. Benjamin Lester Contact: Vanna Clampitt - Please contact at (706) 276-1111248 or vannac@ellijay.com for more information. Limit: 15 Participants		5 PLUs
The ESOL Endorsement requires three courses. The second course (PL109067 - Applied Linguistics) dates are: December 9, 2008, January 6, 13, 20, 27, February 3, 10, 17, 24, March 3, 2009. The third course (PL109068 Methods and Materials) dates are: March 17, 24, 31, April 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12, 19, 26, 2009. You must commit to completing all three courses during this one school year.

PL109079	ESOL Endorsement: Cultural Issues
REQUIREMENTS TO REGISTER: Valid Clear-Renewable Georgia Teaching certificate and currently under contract with a Georgia school.
Date: August 25, September 8, 15, 22, 29, October 6, 20, 27, November 3, 10, 2008 Time: 4:00 - 9:00 p.m. Place: Dalton Middle School Fee: $225.00 Presenter: Betsy Wakeman Contact: Vanna Clampitt - Please contact at (706) 276-1111x248 or vannac@ellijay.com for more information. Limit: 25 Participants		5 PLUs
The ESOL Endorsement requires three courses. The second course (PL109080 - Applied Linguistics) dates are: November 17, 24, December 1, 8, 2008, January 12, 26, February 2, 9, 23, March 2, 2009. The third course (PL109081 Methods and Materials) dates are: March 9, 16, 23, 30, April 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11, 18, 2009. You must commit to completing all three courses during this one school year.

GIFTED ENDORSEMENT PROGRAMS

PL09110*	Characteristics of the Gifted
REQUIREMENTS TO REGISTER: Valid Clear-Renewable Georgia Teaching certificate and currently under contract with a Georgia school.
Date: August 11, 18, 25, September 8, 9, 15, 22, 29, 30, October 6, 2008 Time: 4:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Place: Eastbrook Middle School, Dalton, GA Fee: $225.00 Presenter: Dr. Shanda Hickman Contact: Vanna Clampitt - Please contact at (706) 276-1111248 or vannac@ellijay.com for more information. Limit: 30 Participants		5 PLUs
COURSE 2: PL09111(Curriculum for the Gifted) October 20, 27, November 3, 10, 11, 17, 24, December 1, 2, 8, 2008; COURSE 3: PL09112 (Methods and Materials for the Gifted) January 12, 26, February 2, 9, 10, 23, March 2, 9, 10, 16, 2009, COURSE 4: PL09113 (Assessment of the Gifted) March 23, 30, April 6, 20, 21, 27, May 4, 11, 12, 18, 2009.

PL09114	Characteristics of the Gifted
REQUIREMENTS TO REGISTER: Valid Clear-Renewable Georgia Teaching certificate and currently under contract with a Georgia school.
Date: August 11, 18, 25, September 8, 9, 15, 22, 29, 30, October 6, 2008 Time: 4:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Place: Eastbrook Middle School, Dalton, GA Fee: $225.00 Presenter: Dr. Brenda Ownbey Contact: Vanna Clampitt - Please contact at (706) 276-1111248 or vannac@ellijay.com for more information. Limit: 15 Participants		5 PLUs
COURSE 2: PL09115(Curriculum for the Gifted) October 20, 27, November 3, 10, 11, 17, 24, December 1, 2, 8, 2008; COURSE 3: PL09116 (Methods and Materials for the Gifted) January 12, 26, February 2, 9, 10, 23, March 2, 9, 10, 16, 2009, COURSE 4: PL09117 (Assessment of the Gifted) March 23, 30, April 6, 20, 21, 27, May 4, 11, 12, 18, 2009.

PL09118	Characteristics of the Gifted
REQUIREMENTS TO REGISTER: Valid Clear-Renewable Georgia Teaching certificate and currently under contract with a Georgia school.
Date: Mondays, August 4, 11, 18, 25, September 2 (On-line), 8, 15, 18 (On-line), 22, 29, 20080 Time:* 4:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Place: North Georgia RESA, Ellijay, GA Fee: $225.00 Presenter: Dr. Letty Rayneri Contact: Vanna Clampitt - Please contact at (706) 276-1111248 or vannac@ellijay.com for more information. Limit: 15 Participants		5 PLUs
*On-line means internet research completed off campus. COURSE 2: PL09119 (Curriculum for the Gifted) October 6, 13, 20, 30, November 3 (On-line), 10, 18, December 1 (On-line), 8, 16; COURSE 3: PL09120 (Methods and Materials for the Gifted) January 6, 12, 20 (On-line), 26, February 2, 9, 17 (On-line), 23, March 2, 9, 2009; COURSE 4: PL09121 (Identification and Assessment of the Gifted) March 16, 23, 30, April 13, 20 (On-line), 27, May 4, 7 (On-line), 11, 18, 2009

PL09122	Characteristics of the Gifted
REQUIREMENTS TO REGISTER: Valid Clear-Renewable Georgia Teaching certificate and currently under contract with a Georgia school.
Date: Tuesdays, July 29, August 5, 12, 19, 26, September 2, 9, 23, 30, October 7, 2008 Time: 4:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Place: Freedom Middle School, Cherokee County Fee: $225.00 Presenter: Deborah Kelly Contact: Vanna Clampitt - Please contact at (706) 276-1111248 or vannac@ellijay.com for more information. Limit: 15 Participants		5 PLUs
COURSE 2: PL09123 (Curriculum for the Gifted) October 14, 21, 28, November 4, 11, 18, December 2, 9, 11 (Thursday), 16, 2008; COURSE 3: PL09124 (Methods and Materials)January 6, 13, 20, 27, February 3, 10, 24, March 3, 10, 17, 2009; COURSE 4: PL09125(Assessment of the Gifted) March 24, 31, April 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12, 19, 26, June 2, 2009.

PL09126	Characteristics of the Gifted
REQUIREMENTS TO REGISTER: Valid Clear-Renewable Georgia Teaching certificate and currently under contract with a Georgia school.
Date: Thursdays, July 31, August 7, 14, 21, 28, September 4, 11, 25, October 2, 9, 2008 Time: 4:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Place: Freedom Middle School, Cherokee County Fee: $225.00 Presenter: Nancy Mohn, Dr. Mark Nazemzadeh Contact: Vanna Clampitt - Please contact at (706) 276-1111248 or vannac@ellijay.com for more information. Limit: 15 Participants		5 PLUs
COURSE 2: PL09127 (Curriculum for the Gifted) October 16, 23, 30, November 6, 13, 20, December 4, 9 (Tuesday), 11, 18, 2008; COURSE 3: PL09128 (Methods and Materials for the Gifted) January 8, 15, 22, 29, February 5, 12, 26, March 5, 12, 19, 2009; COURSE 4: PL09129 (Assessment of the Gifted) March 26, April 2, 16, 23, 30, May 7, 14, 21, 28, June 4, 2009.

PL09130	Characteristics of the Gifted
REQUIREMENTS TO REGISTER: Valid Clear-Renewable Georgia Teaching certificate and currently under contract with a Georgia school.
Date: Tuesdays, July 29, August 5, 12, 19, 26, September 2, 9, 23, 30, October 7, 2008 Time: 4:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Place: Avery Elementary School, Cherokee County Fee: $225.00 Presenter: Rhonda Emmett Contact: Vanna Clampitt - Please contact at (706) 276-1111248 or vannac@ellijay.com for more information. Limit: 15 Participants		5 PLUs
COURSE 2: PL09131 (Curriculum for the Gifted) October 14, 21, 28, November 4, 11, 18, December 2, 9, 11 (Thursday), 16, 2008; COURSE 3: PL09132 (Methods and Materials)January 6, 13, 20, 27, February 3, 10, 24, March 3, 10, 17, 2009; COURSE 4: PL09133 (Assessment of the Gifted) March 24, 31, April 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12, 19, 26, June 2, 2009.

PL09134	Characteristics of the Gifted
REQUIREMENTS TO REGISTER: Valid Clear-Renewable Georgia Teaching certificate and currently under contract with a Georgia school.
Date: Thursdays, August 7, 14, 21, 28, September 4, 11, 25, October 2, 9, 2008 Time: 4:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Place: Avery Elementary School, Cherokee County Fee: $225.00 Presenter: Dr. Jennifer Scrivner, Dr. Georgann Toop Contact: Vanna Clampitt - Please contact at (706) 276-1111248 or vannac@ellijay.com for more information. Limit: 15 Participants		5 PLUs
COURSE 2: PL09135 (Curriculum for the Gifted) October 16, 23, 30, November 6, 13, 20, December 4, 9 (Tuesday), 11, 18, 2008; COURSE 3: PL09136 (Methods and Materials for the Gifted) January 8, 15, 22, 29, February 5, 12, 26, March 5, 12, 19, 2009; COURSE 4: PL09137 (Assessment of the Gifted) March 26, April 2, 16, 23, 30, May 7, 14, 21, 28, June 4, 2009.

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