Archived Events

The U.S. Department of Education's Student Privacy Policy Office (SPPO) and their Privacy Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) for the National Student Privacy & Data Security held a Fall Webinar Series in November 2024.

Day 1: Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) 101 and Data Security Best Practices

• November 6, 2024 2:00-4:00pm ET

Day 2: FERPA 201 and Transparency

• November 13, 2024 2:00-4:00pm ET

Day 3: Incident Response and Vetting Educational Technology

• November 20, 2024 2:00-4:00pm ET

This webinar will be held from 3:00-4:00pm ET on Wednesday, January 8th. Participants will explore how schools and correctional facilities can better support children/youth of incarcerated parents/caregivers as well as their families. 

Topics will include: 

• Addressing implicit biases
• Creating supportive spaces
• Educational resources for children and caregivers

For more information on this webinar, the speakers, and registration, please use the link provided below.

The Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) has announced the Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25) STOP School Violence Program, aiming to enhance school safety through various initiatives. 

Program Objectives:

• Enhance School Climate: Implement solutions to improve the overall environment within schools.
• Establish Behavioral Threat Assessment and Intervention Teams: Create teams within schools to identify and address potential risks of violence.
• Introduce Technologies: Deploy tools such as anonymous reporting systems to aid in preventing violence.
• Apply Evidence-Based Strategies: Utilize proven methods to prevent acts of violence, equipping K–12 students, teachers, and staff with the necessary tools to recognize and respond effectively.

For comprehensive details and application instructions, please refer to the Notice of Funding Opportunity using the link provided below. 

The PLP has seen tremendous growth, with over 900 registered learners, 14 courses available, and 13 more in development, while maintaining an impressive 94% average enjoyment rating. Click the link below to view even more data provided within the PLP infographic!

Expulsion and suspension are complex issues that affect many children and families. Understanding the data related to the expulsion and suspension of young children and the impacts on children and families is critical in turning these challenges into solution-oriented practices. Join this webinar to explore socially and emotionally focused practices and strategies that support the reduction of expulsion and suspension and build child and family-centered pathways for positive child outcomes.

Webinar Instructor: Julia Gest, M.Ed.
Webinar hosted by: Pennsylvania Education for Children and Youth Experiencing Homelessness (ECYEH)
Recording: This webinar will be recorded and posted with captions.
Act 48 Credit: Act 48 credits are available upon request.  
Accessibility: The Center for Schools and Communitites (CSC) encourages all to participate in our learning opportunities. Please note that Zoom Captions will be enabled for this event. 

For more information and to register visit their link provided below.

The 2025 PASAP Conference will be held from February 23 through the 25th at the Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center. Audiences that join together in networking and learning are SAP teams, liaisons, social workers, counselors, teachers, administration, and others in the field of student and family services. More information and registration can be found by visiting the link below.

Problem Gambling Awareness Month (PGAM) is a grassroots campaign of the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG).
Every March, groups across America hold conferences, air Public Service Announcements, provide counselor trainings, host health screening days, run social media campaigns and many other activities to increase public awareness of problem gambling and the availability of prevention, treatment and recovery services.

The goals of this national campaign are:

• To increase public awareness of problem gambling and the availability of prevention, treatment & recovery services.
• To encourage healthcare providers to screen clients for problem gambling.

Learn more about how you can participate and get involved in Problem Gambling Awareness Month by clicking the link below.
 

This FREE conference will be held on Thursday, March 6, 2025 from 8:00-4:00pm ET at the Radisson Hotel Philadelphia Northeast in Trevose, PA.

The conference workshops will focus on:

• Financial challenges and strategies associated with problem gambling
• Impacts problem gambling may have on older adult population
• Self-Help approaches toward problem gambling recovery
• How Case Management services can impact individuals experiencing gambling issues
• What help and resources are available in Pennsylvania
   

To find out more information on the agenda, continuing education, accommodations, and parking, please visit their website using the link below.

 

Join this webinar to learn the importance of cultural humility in supporting diverse students and families. Gain insights into how to build trust, create inclusive spaces, and honor the unique identities of students from various cultural backgrounds and low-income communities.

Webinar will be hosted by Pennsylvania Education for Children and Youth Experiencing Homelessness (ECYEH)
Recording: This webinar will be recorded and posted with captions. 
Accessibility: The Center for Schools and Communities (CSC) encourages all to participate in our learning opportunities. Please note that Zoom Captions will be enabled for this event.

For more information and to register visit their link provided below.

The 2025 ELECT Conference will be held at Eden Resort & Suites in Lancaster, PA from March 11 - March 13, 2025. ELECT stands for Education Leading to Employment and Career Training. This annual conference is provided for Administrators, educators, program staff, industry partners, and all other prevention professionals dedicated towards supporting educational development of young people.

This is a FREE conference and is sponsored by Pennsylvania's Departments of Education and Human Services and is held in collaboration with Center for Schools and Communities.

To view conference themes, details on location, and registration information, please visit their website using the link below.

This FREE conference will be held on Thursday, March 13, 2025 from 8:00-4:00pm ET at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Pittsburgh, PA.

The conference workshops will focus on:

• The impact that gambling expansion has had on college aged individuals
• Podcasts and the impact they can have on gambling disorder recovery
• Women and problem gambling and multiple pathways to recovery
• Gambling and Gaming issues and how they may impact younger populations
• What help and resources are available in Pennsylvania
   

To find out more information on the agenda, continuing education, accommodations, and parking, please visit their website using the link below.

 

The Social Development Strategy (SDS) is an easy-to-use strategy that offers a model for achieving healthy behaviors among young people. The SDS promotes positive youth development from before birth through every stage of development. This strategy has been tested and proven effective and it is a foundation of the Communities that Care Model.

For more information and to register, please use the link below.

The annual Positive Change Virtual Conference is being held on April 2 & 3, 2025. This annual event is designed to offer helping professions with practical tools as well as inspiration and encouragement. This year's theme is 'Foundations for the Future: Integrative Behavioral Health Solutions'. Workshops will be dedicated towards supporting evidence-based practices in addiction and mental health prevention, treatment, and recovery.

For more information on the conference, cost, CEUs, and other conference offerings, please visit the link provided below.

The 2025 Pennsylvania Strengthening Families Conference will be held April 2nd - April 4th, 2025 in King of Prussia, PA. This year's theme is 'Social Connections that Strengthen Us'. This annual event is held for Parents as Teachers providers, Children's Trust Fund grantees, and Parent Cafes teams.

More information on the conference will be released soon and can be found by using the link below.

Join the Pennsylvania Statewide Afterschool/Youth Development Network in Harrisburg, PA on June 4th to educate and advocate for the importance of out-of-school time opportunities in Pennsylvania! 

Parents, program providers, youth, educators, faith-based leaders, and community and business leaders from across the state will unite at The Pennsylvania Capitol to engage with legislators.

Registration deadline is Friday, May 9, 2025, at 12:00 PM ET.

You will receive a Zoom link to participate in Advocacy Day training when you register:
Wednesday, May 14, 4:30 - 5:15 p.m. (adults and staff)
Wednesday, May 21, 4:30 - 5:15 p.m. (students)

For more information, use the link provided below.