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“10th Anniversary Celebration: A Decade of Making a Difference” is the theme for the 10th Annual Region 12 Paraprofessional Celebration. The conference will be held Wednesday, March 31 and Thursday, April 1, 2004 at Education Service Center (ESC) Region 12, in Waco.

This special event will give participants the opportunity to meet and exchange ideas with colleagues and obtain continuing professional education credit. The Celebration will focus on topics ranging from student related subjects to personal self-improvement areas, such as fitness and personal investments.

Participants will learn how to assist teachers to improve student achievement, work efficiently and effectively in a school setting, and manage emergency situations. They will also learn how to develop and maintain relationships with students and parents, but most importantly, participants will celebrate their unique and vital role in educating ALL children.

The sessions held on April 1 (Day 2) are a repeat of sessions held on March 31 (Day 1), so participants have the choice to come to either day. The opening address "Laugh It Off," will be presented by Pat Pewthers of Cedar Park High School in Leander. The closing address will be presented by Charla Rudd, team leader for ESC Region 12.

For more information about the event, contact Sharon Barton at (254) 297-1209 or sbarton@esc21.net.

For registration information, contact Sandy Talley at (254) 297-1210 or stalley@esc12.net.

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