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De Escalation for Educators 2.9.27 - LWEA (3 hr) (Equity)

  • Event Type:  Synchronous in-person
  • Registration Deadline:  2/6/2027
  • Location: Lake Washington EA, 8575 164th Ave. NE, Redmond, wa, 98052
  • Member Price:  Free
  • Non-Member Price:  Free
  • Registration Eligibility:
    • Local Association: LAKE WASHINGTON E A
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Event Information

Areas of Interest:
Equity-Based School Practices (CCDEI)* Inclusionary Practices Special Services (Special Education, 504)
Audience:
Education staff associate (ESA) Education support professional (ESP) Instructional coaches and mentors Local union leaders Paraeducator Substitute educator Teachers of any grade level

This training is for WEA members of Lake Washington Education Association

In partnership with Lake Washington Education Association and WEA IPTN

Join us for an interactive and impactful session where participants will:

🧠 Gain a clear understanding of the escalation and de-escalation cycle, including proactive prevention strategies.
🤝 Learn how their own responses can influence student behavior and outcomes.
💬 Practice student-centered de-escalation techniques that preserve dignity and address cultural, disability, and social factors influencing behavior.
🛠️ Build practical skills through reflection and hands-on activities to respond effectively at every stage of a behavioral crisis.
💚 Strengthen their ability to support student recovery with empathy and equity.

This session is designed for educators and school staff who are committed to creating safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environments.

This event will be held in person at Lake Washington Education Association, 8575 164th Ave. NE, Suite 100, Redmond, WA 98052

Tuesday, February 9, 2027 - 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Food will be provided by Lake Washington Education Association at 4:30 pm

Catering Information

Food will be provided by Lake Washington Education Association


Currently Registered: 0/50
Waitlist Limit: 0/50

Courses


De-Escalation for Educators (Equity) (3hr)

 Clock Hour
Instructor: Adam Skarr, Sherlunda Anderson Smith
Course Description
Participants learn to recognize signs of a potential behavioral crisis and prevention strategies to support the student. In addition to exploring how their own behavior and responses can affect the escalation cycle, participants learn de-escalation techniques that recognize the importance of maintaining student dignity during behavior crises. Participants will also work to recognize and address intersectional cultural, disability and social impacts on behavior.

Course Objectives

By the end of this training;

1. Participants will become familiar with the Escalation/De-Escalation Cycle.

2. Participants will learn basic principles of behavior and skills that are adaptable and student focused and to avoid escalation. (Understanding Self and Others, Leading for Educational Equity)

3. Participants will explore their own beliefs, biases and reflect on their experiences relating to student behavior. (Understanding self and Others)

4. Participants will identify ways to strengthen their responses at each stage while maintaining student dignity. (Leading for Educational Equity)

5. Participants will acquire skills to support student recovery and repair using empathic, non-judgmental and non-harmful practices. (Understanding Self and Others)


De Escalation for Educators - LWEA 2.9.27
2/9/2027
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM