Instructors: Kamie Christensen, Rachel Neeley, Kandice Antonino

Credit: 0.5 USBE or 7 hours of Relicensure

Intended Audience: Coaches, Mentors, Teacher Leaders, Administrators, Peer Coaches

We improve schools by improving our communication. Have you ever walked away from a collegial/coaching conversation, sensing that it could have been more effective? This course will utilize the book Better Conversations, by Jim Knight, to show participants how to adopt the conversational habits essential to transforming the quality of our dialogues and coaching. Learn how to have more productive conversations that result in better relationships, educator action and transformational growth. Participants are strongly encouraged to purchase the book: Better Conversations, by Jim Knight.

Instructors: Kamie Christensen, Rachel Neeley, Kandice Antonino

Credit: 1 USBE or 14 hours of Relicensure

Intended Audience: All Teachers, K - 12

Feeling frazzled? Re-energize in this 2-day immersive course where you'll explore the 9 core principles of the Love and Logic approach. Learn strategies to create a supportive, student-centered classroom that fosters responsibility, self-discipline, empathy, and respect. Through interactive discussions and role-play, gain practical tools to reduce power struggles, boost student engagement, and create a positive, productive environment. Whether you're new to Love and Logic or looking to deepen your skills, you'll walk away with a toolkit to transform your classroom dynamics. (Bring $10 for the Love and Logic Workbook.)

Instructors: Kamie Christensen, Rachel Neeley, Kandice Antonino

Credit: 3 UVU

Intended Audience: All Teachers, K - 12

Effective coaching is based on mastery of best practices in instruction and assessment. This course will delve into The Art & Science of Teaching (Marzano) as a foundation and validation of instructional expertise. Participants will also utilize Universal Design for Learning (UDL) as a strategic approach to bolster any/every lesson for greater student access and authentic engagement. Please be advised that in addition to the two days in the summer, there will be an asynchronous online Canvas course component with assignments to be completed flexibly through the school year, in order to earn the 3 credits.

Instructors: Kamie Christensen, Kandice Antonino

Credit: 0.5 USBE or 7 hours of Relicensure

Intended Audience: All Teachers, K - 12

Effective classroom management is key to creating a positive, engaging learning environment where students thrive. In this interactive session, educators will explore a variety of practical, research-backed strategies designed to enhance student engagement across individuals, small groups, and the whole class. Learn how to proactively manage classroom behavior while building a culture of respect and motivation. Participants will walk away with actionable techniques for maintaining focus, increasing participation, and ensuring all students are actively involved in their learning. Whether you're looking for quick strategies to address individual behavior, collaborative approaches for small groups, or whole-class management methods that foster a sense of community, this session will equip you with the tools to successfully manage any classroom situation. Come ready to share your experiences, exchange ideas, and leave with a toolkit that empowers you to manage your class with confidence and positivity!

Virtual Course: Registration Link

Credits: USBE or SUU (3 credits)

Intended Audience: All PK - 12 Teachers

This class is our introduction to well-being class and includes the following topics: 

• What, Why, How of Well-Being
• Self-Awareness
• What Can I Control?
• Time Management
• Regulating Emotions
• Growth Mindset
• Connection
• Happiness, Empathy, Relationships
• Communication, Collaboration, Conflict Resolution
• Creating a strong foundation for Well-being success!
• 
  

This class meets for 10 class sessions, 90 minutes each session, over zoom.

JUNE SESSION: Meets daily June 9-20 8:00-9:30 am

JULY SESSION: Meets daily July 14-25 (no class on July 24) 8:00-9:30 am

Virtual Course: Registration Link

Credit: USBE or SUU (3 ?credits)

Intended Audience: All PK - 12 Teachers

Take your journey to the next level with our 2.0 course, designed to deepen and expand on the foundations introduced in 1.0. While it’s recommended that you complete the 1.0 course first, it’s not required. In this class, we’ll explore powerful topics such as:

• Your 1% Goal towards Balance and Well-Being
• Improving Relationships: Awareness of Self and Others
• Physical Well-Being
• Flipping Your Self Talk
• Boundaries
• Motivation
• Organization
• Managing Stress through Mindfulness
• Increased/Improved Communication
• Vision Boards: Creating your Well-Being Legacy
• 
  

This class meets for 10 class sessions, 90 minutes each session, over zoom.

JUNE SESSION: Meets daily June 9-20 9:45-11:15 am

JULY SESSION: Meets daily July 14-25 (no class on July 24) 9:45-11:15

Instructors: Natalie Mecham, Brittnee Spencer, Selene Carlson

Credit: 0.5 USBE

Intended Audience: All K - 12 Teachers

Join us for a professional learning experience focused on the key elements of explicit instruction, based on Anita Archer’s book Explicit Instruction: Effective and Efficient Teaching. This session will provide educators with practical strategies to improve student learning by refining their instructional techniques. Participants will explore the essential components of explicit instruction, including effective teacher feedback, active student participation, appropriate pacing, and more. Through interactive discussions and hands-on practice, attendees will leave with actionable strategies to enhance clarity, engagement, and student success in their classrooms.  

Credit: 0.5 USBE

Intended Audience: All K - 12 Teachers

This course will focus on American Indian history from the perspective of Utah’s Indigenous people and their tribal experience told by tribal members. The course will also cover United States Federal Indian policies and the history of American Indian Education. The goal of this course is to help teachers gain a better understanding of Native American students and to learn appropriate ways to integrate topics related to Utah history. Attendees will also learn about the work of Nebo's Title VI program. This year's training will build on the training from the past few years while also providing new opportunities. Participants will gather practical ideas and considerations. USBE credit is available.

If you are outside of Nebo, please register and then contact Lisa Pruitt to pay the $50 registration fee. We want to make this open and available to many, so please contact Trent Mikesell (trent.mikesell@nebo.edu) if you have concerns or questions about the fee.

Instructor: Jamal Pugmire

Intended Audience: Teachers, Counselors, Admin, School Psychologists, Behavior Specialists

This foundational training introduces the core principles of restorative practices. Participants will learn how to build stronger relationships, create inclusive school and classroom communities, and address conflict through meaningful dialogue and reflection. The session includes practical tools and strategies that support connection, accountability, and a positive school climate.  

Instructor: Jamal Pugmire

Intended Audience: School Leadership Teams: bring your team

This interactive session explores how to use restorative practices to respond to challenging student behaviors in ways that build accountability, repair harm, and maintain connection. Educators will learn practical strategies to shift from punitive to restorative approaches, helping students reflect, grow, and re-engage in the school community.  

Instructors: Heather Nelson & Myles Peterson

Intended Audience: K - 5 Teachers

Credit: 0.5 USBE

Dive into our iPad workshop designed specifically for elementary teachers. An expert Apple representative will unveil a world of tips and tricks. Discover the seamless integration of your teacher iPad with the curriculum for the upcoming year and explore educational apps that can elevate learning across various subjects.

Instructors: Katie Lasley & Neisha Coutlee

Intended Audience: K - 5 Teachers

Credit: 1.0 USBE

Get prepared for the next school year by learning/reviewing the basics. You choose which tools you want to learn: Clever, Google Classroom, Nearpod, iPads, Macs, Canva, Gmail, Google Drive, Google Forms, Calendar, AI, Chrome Tips & Tricks, and more. There will be a small follow-up assignment to earn the 1 USBE credit.

Instructors: Trent Mikesell & Rachel Neeley

Intended Audience: Secondary ELA Teachers

Credit: 0.5 USBE

This is as an asynchronous book study that runs the months of June and July and will be on Canvas. Participants will need to read the books and do some activities on Canvas. After you register, you will be sent instructions on how to enroll in the Canvas course.

Participants can choose from the following books:

• The Will to Learn: Cultivating Student Motivation Without Losing Your Own by Dave Stuart
• The Confidence to Write: A Guide for Overcoming Fear and Developing Identity as a Writer by Liz Prather
• Unlocking Multilingual Learners’ Potential: Strategies for Making Content Accessible by Diane Staehr Fenner, Sydney Snyder, Meghan Gregoire-Smith
• Writing Across Culture & Language: Inclusive Strategies for Working with ELL Writers in the ELA Classroom by Christina Ortmeier-Hooper
• The Gift of Story (Exploring the Affective Side of the Reading Life) by John Schu
• Teaching Information Seeking: Rethinking How We Teach Research in the Information Age by Jon Ostenson

Instructors: Trent Mikesell & Bryce Bird

Intended Audience: Secondary Social Studies & ELA Teachers

Credit: 0.5 USBE

In this class, you’ll be able to select several different works of historical fiction to read and report on. The purpose will be to expose participants to a large variety of novels. This class is online during the month of July. After you register, you will be contacted by the instructors and given further details.

Instructors: Trent Mikesell & Bryce Bird

Intended Audience: K - 5 Elementary and 6th Grade Social Studies Teachers

Credit: None

This session will focus on examining the new elementary social studies standards. Teachers will be given work and collaboration time to develop lessons and curriculum for themselves and other teachers.

STIPENDS: You must work with your principal to confirm if a stipend will be given for the courses you wish to take. Print out the voucher linked below and get your principal's signature.

Instructors: Trent Mikesell & Bryce Bird

Intended Audience: 6th - 12th Grade Social Studies Teachers

Credit: None

This session will focus on examining the secondary social studies standards. Teachers will be given work and collaboration time to develop lessons and curriculum for themselves and other teachers.

Instructors: Heidi Preece and Sam McGrath

Intended Audience: All K - 12 Teachers

Credit: 0.5 USBE

Have you heard your fellow teachers talking about AI, but you’re not sure where to start? Have you played with AI but would like to learn more? This class is for you! Dive into the world of AI with an introduction to SchoolAI, where you'll learn how to leverage its tools to enhance your teaching practice. Explore the fundamentals of AI, discover the art of AI prompting, and unlock new ways to engage your students. With dedicated project time built into the course, you'll leave with ready-to-implement strategies tailored to your classroom needs. Don't miss this opportunity to innovate and transform your teaching with AI!