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“11th Anniversary Celebration: Paraprofessionals...You Rock!” is the theme for the 11th Annual Region 12 Paraprofessional Celebration. The conference will be held Wednesday, April 13 and Thursday, April 14, 2005 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. Participants will find sessions enabling them to enhance their NCLB Highly Qualified skills to assist with reading, writing and math instruction in the classroom as well.

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 14 (Day 2) are a repeat of sessions held on April 13 (Day 1), so participants have the choice to come to either day. The opening address "Humorous Heartwarming Songs," will be presented by Tom Taylor of Killeen ISD. The closing address will be presented by Ann Harder, anchor woman for KXXV Channel 25. The event costs $65, which includes a continental breakfast and afternoon snacks.

Individuals interested in attending the event must register on-line by April 8th because seating is limited.

Download the event brochure now! (pdf format)

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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