Featured Courses Food Safety Manager Certification: ServSafe Course & Exam 03/08/25 - 03/08/25 04/14/25 - 04/14/25 05/07/25 - 05/07/25 Illinois regulations require food establishments to have at least one certified food protection manager (CFPM) on staff. This course uses the ServSafe program developed by the National Restaurant Association. Barriers and Pathways to Belonging 03/13/25 - 03/13/25 This workshop is designed to foster an understanding of barriers and pathways to belonging in organizational and community settings. Participants will explore the concepts of power, identity, bias, and microaggressions, while engaging in activities such as small group discussions, role-playing scenarios, and introspective exercises. The training includes identifying the roots of discrimination, the impact of unconscious bias, and the importance of cultural humility. Attendees will also work on strategies to create more inclusive, respectful, and supportive environments by examining how to respond to microaggressions, how to hold others accountable, and how to build a culture based on dignity, belonging, respect, and justice. Participants will leave empowered to make a positive impact in their workplace and community. Early Childhood Classroom Calming Toolkit for Teachers and Children 02/20/25 - 02/20/25 This training will equip educators with effective strategies and resources to create a soothing environment that supports emotional regulation for both teachers and children. Participants will explore a variety of calming techniques, including mindfulness exercises, sensory tools, and structured routines designed to help manage stress and promote tranquility in the classroom. Through interactive activities and practical demonstrations, you'll learn how to implement these calming strategies to foster a more positive learning atmosphere. Gain the skills to enhancechildren's self-regulation, reduce anxiety, and improve overall classroom dynamics. Leave with a comprehensive toolkit that you can immediately apply in your classroom to support the well-being of both you and your students! Mentorship - Understanding the Dynamics 02/25/25 - 02/25/25 Have you ever wondered about the profound impact a mentor can have on someone's life? What qualities define a great mentor, and what should a mentee bring to the table? This Mentorship Workshop dives into the dynamic relationship between mentor and mentee, exploring the powerful journey of growth and collaboration. The Donner Party 03/07/25 - 03/07/25 On April 16, 1846, nine covered wagons left Springfield, Illinois on the 2500-mile journey to California in a caravan that would become one of the greatest tragedies in the history of westward migration. Facing starvation, harsh weather conditions and conflicting personalities, the Donner Party became delayed in their course and lost some 40 members. This class discusses how the Donner Party story has been told differently over time and how the Donner Party has been portrayed throughout history and in literature.

Upcoming Courses Different Viewpoints - A Monthly Current Events Discussion Group January 8, 2025 to July 9, 2025 An Introduction To Voiceovers (Getting Started In Voice Acting) January 22, 2025 to June 17, 2025 Early Childhood Classroom Calming Toolkit for Teachers and Children Thursday, February 20, 2025 Cupcake Creations Saturday, February 22, 2025 Driver Improvement Program - In Person Saturday, February 22, 2025 How to Travel Free & Make Money Traveling Saturday, February 22, 2025 Mentorship - Understanding the Dynamics Tuesday, February 25, 2025

Featured Courses

Food Safety Manager Certification: ServSafe Course & Exam 03/08/25 - 03/08/25 04/14/25 - 04/14/25 05/07/25 - 05/07/25 Illinois regulations require food establishments to have at least one certified food protection manager (CFPM) on staff. This course uses the ServSafe program developed by the National Restaurant Association.

Barriers and Pathways to Belonging 03/13/25 - 03/13/25 This workshop is designed to foster an understanding of barriers and pathways to belonging in organizational and community settings. Participants will explore the concepts of power, identity, bias, and microaggressions, while engaging in activities such as small group discussions, role-playing scenarios, and introspective exercises. The training includes identifying the roots of discrimination, the impact of unconscious bias, and the importance of cultural humility. Attendees will also work on strategies to create more inclusive, respectful, and supportive environments by examining how to respond to microaggressions, how to hold others accountable, and how to build a culture based on dignity, belonging, respect, and justice. Participants will leave empowered to make a positive impact in their workplace and community.

Early Childhood Classroom Calming Toolkit for Teachers and Children 02/20/25 - 02/20/25 This training will equip educators with effective strategies and resources to create a soothing environment that supports emotional regulation for both teachers and children. Participants will explore a variety of calming techniques, including mindfulness exercises, sensory tools, and structured routines designed to help manage stress and promote tranquility in the classroom. Through interactive activities and practical demonstrations, you'll learn how to implement these calming strategies to foster a more positive learning atmosphere. Gain the skills to enhancechildren's self-regulation, reduce anxiety, and improve overall classroom dynamics. Leave with a comprehensive toolkit that you can immediately apply in your classroom to support the well-being of both you and your students!

Mentorship - Understanding the Dynamics 02/25/25 - 02/25/25 Have you ever wondered about the profound impact a mentor can have on someone's life? What qualities define a great mentor, and what should a mentee bring to the table? This Mentorship Workshop dives into the dynamic relationship between mentor and mentee, exploring the powerful journey of growth and collaboration.

The Donner Party 03/07/25 - 03/07/25 On April 16, 1846, nine covered wagons left Springfield, Illinois on the 2500-mile journey to California in a caravan that would become one of the greatest tragedies in the history of westward migration. Facing starvation, harsh weather conditions and conflicting personalities, the Donner Party became delayed in their course and lost some 40 members. This class discusses how the Donner Party story has been told differently over time and how the Donner Party has been portrayed throughout history and in literature.