ESP Spring Skills

In this session, we will put “mindfulness” in action. Artist DeSande R. will walk you through a watercolor painting on Van Gogh’s Starry Night. A list of suggested materials will be sent to you prior to the event. Join us with a glass of wine and/or your favorite evening beverage…

In this training participants will learn about the structure of the IEA with a focus on the role and relationships between Staff and Governance. Participants will also learn various ways to become involved at the state level including participating on state level committees. This is an ideal workshop for newer…

In this conversation we will discuss how emotions impact the bargaining process and how to work with difficult personalities. We will also share techniques one can implement prior to the bargaining process to help create a positive bargaining environment. Lastly, we will discuss how to handle emotions and outbursts that…

Micro-Aggressions can cause discord in the workplace and prevent ESPs from doing their personal best in schools with their students and colleagues. Participants will learn what they are, when they happen, how they contribute to creating toxic work cultures along with strategies to reduce their occurrence. We will have clear…