The following are the workshops, conferences, and other professional development activities I have attended and the continuing education units (CEUs) earned for each.

2018

  • 6/24: ASL to English Interpreting: Riding the Wave of Improvement, VRID 2018 Biennial Conference (Josh Garrett, BA, CI & CT, NIC), 0.3 CEUs.
  • 6/23: How Not to Make Waves in Our Modern Day Ethical Choices, VRID 2018 Biennial Conference (Josh Garrett, BA, CI & CT, NIC), 0.3 CEUs.
  • 6/23: Mission Impossible: Educational Interpreters & Phonics Instruction Content, VRID 2018 Biennial Conference (Jennifer Cranston, M:Ed, NIC-Advanced, Ed:K-12), 0.3 CEUs.
  • 6/22: Interpreters for the Deaf? Let’s Talk About Interpreters AND the Deaf - Our Complex Dynamic, Reconciliation, and How We Can Truly “Make Waves”, VRID 2018 Biennial Conference (Star Grieser, MA, CDI), 0.3 CEUs.
  • 4/21: Optimizing Interpreter Strengths/Understanding and Decompressing from Stress and Vicarious Trauma, Sorenson VRS Workshops (Dr. Diane Gross, DOM, L.Ac., Dipl. OM., HLC, CI/CT), 0.7 CEUs.
  • 2/10: Roman Numeral I: Unpacking Use of Space and Classifiers, Boys Town National Research Hospital – EIPA Diagnostic Center (Jonathan Scherling B.A.), 0.4 CEUs.
  • 2/10: Roman Numeral II: Back to the Basics: Unpacking Sign to Voice Essentials, Boys Town National Research Hospital – EIPA Diagnostic Center (Frances J. Beaurivage, RID CI/CT & Bethany Koubsky B.A., RID CI/CT), 0.4 CEUs.

2017

  • 12/2: Roman Numeral IV: Back to the Basics: Unpacking Discourse Mapping, Boys Town National Research Hospital – EIPA Diagnostic Center (Deborah Cates, Ph. D.), 0.4 CEUs.
  • 10/7: Roman Numeral III: Back to the Basics: Unpacking the Foundational Skills, Boys Town National Research Hospital – EIPA Diagnostic Center (Frances J. Beaurivage, RID CI/CT & Bethany Koubsky, BA, RID CI/CT), 0.4 CEUs.
  • 9/23: Terps In Education: Interpreter as Actor: What I Learned from the NAIE Conference, West Virginia Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (Pamela Cress), 0.3 CEUs.
  • 7/8: English Equivalents: Whoa! Train Zoom Gone. Did You See What She Signed? What Did She Mean by That and How Can I Say it in English?, Trix Bruce Workshops (Trix Bruce, BA), 0.4 CEUs.
  • 7/7: Visible Words: The Art of Storytelling With Classifiers, Trix Bruce Workshops (Trix Bruce, BA), 0.4 CEUs.
  • 7/6: Medical Interpreting: How Can I Interpret That?, Trix Bruce Workshops (Trix Bruce, BA), 0.4 CEUs.
  • 6/25: NAIE Town Hall Meeting, NAIE 2017 National Conference (NAIE Board of Directors), 0.35 CEUs.
  • 6/24: How Can I Interpret in Math Class?, NAIE 2017 National Conference (Paul Glaser, MSE, CDI), 0.3 CEUs.
  • 6/24: Reflecting the Work: Demand-Control Schema Applied, NAIE 2017 National Conference (Amanda Smith, M.A., NIC-M, SC:L, CI, CT, Ed:K12), 0.3 CEUs.
  • 6/23: Learning from the Experts: What Techniques are Used for Student Engagement in Direct Instruction?, NAIE 2017 National Conference (Amy Williamson, MA, CI, CT, SC:L, Ed:K12 & Jeanne Reis, M.Ed., CI, CT, Ed:K12), 0.3 CEUs.
  • 6/23: Neurodevelopment of Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Children: The Interpreter’s Role with the Child and the School System, NAIE 2017 National Conference (Steve Green, Ph.D.), 0.3 CEUs.
  • 6/22: Educational Interpreters’ Impact on Language, Identity, and Self Esteem, NAIE 2017 National Conference (Paula Rodriguez, MSW, LCSW, BACS), 0.1 CEUs.
  • 4/1: Professional Development Planning: Deliberate Practice is Necessary to Improve EIPA Scores, Boys Town National Research Hospital – EIPA Diagnostic Center (Frances J. Beaurivage, RID CI/CT), 0.4 CEUs.
  • 2/4: Incorporating Non-Manual Markers/Signals: Broaden Your Understanding and Ability to Incorporate Non-Manual Markers Including Adverbs and Adjectives, Boys Town National Research Hospital – EIPA Diagnostic Center (Trix Bruce, B.S.), 0.4 CEUs.

2016

  • 12/3: What’s the Point: Understanding the Message, Speaker Intent, and Making Appropriate Semantic Sign Choices, Boys Town National Research Hospital – EIPA Diagnostic Center (Frances J. Beaurivage, RID CI/CT), 0.4 CEUs.
  • 10/8: Who’s on 1st? What’s on 2nd? Interpreting ASL Depiction, 2nd Annual WV Interpreter Retreat (Alonna Lamb Watson, SC:L), 0.3 CEUs.
  • 10/8: Constructed Action and Dialogue: Embrace Your Role, 2nd Annual WV Interpreter Retreat (Bonnie Goben, CDI), 0.3 CEUs.
  • 10/7: Navigating Social Media Through the Lens of the CPC, 2nd Annual WV Interpreter Retreat (Hilary Hardin, Ph. D., NIC-M, CI/CT), 0.3 CEUs.
  • 9/24: Terps In Education: The Marty Taylor Method, Part 1, West Virginia Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (Janelle St. Martin, NAD), 0.4 CEUs.
  • 9/17: Classifiers: The Key to Visually Rich Interpretations is Incorporating the Most Effective Classifiers, Boys Town National Research Hospital – EIPA Diagnostic Center (Frances J. Beaurivage, RID CI/CT), 0.4 CEUs.
  • 6/25: K-12 Interpreters’ Role with IEPs and 504 Plans, NAIE 2016 National Conference (Hilary Hardin, Ph. D., NIC-M, CI/CT), 0.3 CEUs.
  • 6/25: EIPA Guidelines for Professional Conduct for Educational Interpreters, NAIE 2016 National Conference (Brenda Schick, Ph. D.), 0.3 CEUs.
  • 6/24: Professional Engagement: Lifting the Veil of Isolation, NAIE 2016 National Conference (Amy Seiberlich, M.A., CI, CT), 0.3 CEUs.
  • 6/24: Exploring Emerging Paradigms in Interpreted Classrooms, NAIE 2016 National Conference (Doug Bowen-Bailey, CI/CT & Patty Gordon, MA, CI/CT, NIC-A, EIPA 4/7), 0.3 CEUs.
  • 6/23: A Changing Landscape, NAIE 2016 National Conference (Leilani Johnson, Ed. D.), 0.3 CEUs.
  • 2/6: Mathematics: Learn Strategies and Techniques to Enhance Your Math Interpretations, Boys Town National Research Hospital – EIPA Diagnostic Center (Thomas K. Holcomb, Ph. D.), 0.4 CEUs.
  • 2/6: Storytelling: Learn Techniques from a Master Storyteller and Make Stories Come Alive, Boys Town National Research Hospital – EIPA Diagnostic Center (Christopher A.N. Kurz, Ph. D.), 0.4 CEUs.

2015

  • 11/7: Ethical Decision Making and Promoting Student Independence, Boys Town National Research Hospital – EIPA Diagnostic Center (Frances J. Beaurivage, RID CI/CT), 0.4 CEUs.
  • 10/31: Terps In Education: Discourse Mapping, West Virginia Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (Janelle St. Martin, NAD), 0.3 CEUs.
  • 10/3: Restart Your Energy in ASL, West Virginia Interpreters Retreat (Brenda Goben, MS, CDI & Kandice Allee, B.A.), 0.6250 CEUs.
  • 10/2: Why Is It Important to Register with WVRI, West Virginia Interpreters Retreat (Earnest Covington III, Executive Director WVCDHH), 0.1250 CEUs.
  • 9/26: Creating a Dynamic Interpretation: Classifiers for Art, Science, and the Body, Boys Town National Research Hospital – EIPA Diagnostic Center (Frances J. Beaurivage, RID CI/CT), 0.4 CEUs.
  • 7/18: Interpreting for the Theater, West Virginia Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (Janelle St. Martin, NAD & Brianna Butler), 0.4 CEUs.
  • 4/11: Ethical Practices and Guiding Principles for Educational Interpreters, Boys Town National Research Hospital – EIPA Diagnostic Center (Barbara J. Woodhead, B.A., RID CI/CT & Catherine Carotta, Ed.D., CCC-SLP), 0.4 CEUs.
  • 2/7: Language and Theory of Mind in Deaf Children: What Educational Interpreters Need to Know, Boys Town National Research Hospital – EIPA Diagnostic Center (Brenda Schick, Ph.D.), 0.4 CEUs.

2014

  • 12/6: Making Your Interpretation Dynamic: Incorporating Classifiers, Boys Town National Research Hospital – EIPA Diagnostic Center (Frances J. Beaurivage, RID CI/CT), 0.4 CEUs.
  • 10/25: Interpreting Potpourri, West Virginia Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (Stephenie L. Woodall, NIC), 0.4 CEUs.
  • 10/11: Strategies for Handling Complex Concepts: Trying on Expansion Techniques, Boys Town National Research Hospital – EIPA Diagnostic Center (Frances J. Beaurivage, RID CI/CT), 0.4 CEUs.
  • 8/23 – 8/24: Developing a Personalized Professional Development Plan, West Virginia Department of Education (Frances J. Beauvirage, RID CI/CT & Annette Carey, M.Ed.), 1.3 CEUs.
  • 7/20: Interpreting in the Theater, West Virginia Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (Janelle St. Martin, NAD & Brianna Butler), 0.2 CEUs.
  • 5/31: Terps In Education: Guidebook for WV Educational Interpreters, West Virginia Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (Janelle St. Martin, NAD), 0.4 CEUs.
  • 4/26: Interpreting: Getting Started on the Right…Path, West Virginia Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (Caryn Kellar, Ed. K12), 0.4 CEUs.
  • 4/5: Charting the Course: Avoid Getting Lost – Learn Effective Discourse Mapping Strategies, Boys Town National Research Hospital – EIPA Diagnostic Center (Frances J. Beaurivage, RID CI/CT), 0.4 CEUs.
  • 3/22: Self-Evaluation: Why This Is Important, West Virginia Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (Connie Pitman), 0.4 CEUs.
  • 3/10: Dual Sensory Impairment, SenseAbilities – West Virginia Department of Education (Annette Carey & Ruth Ann King), 0.35 CEUs.
  • 3/10: Bridging the Gap: The Next Big Thing in Wireless Solutions for Schools, Phonak, LLC (Catherine M. Flesh), 0.2 CEUs.
  • 2/8: Using Process Time: Why It is Important and Techniques to Improve One’s Process Time, Boys Town National Research Hospital – EIPA Diagnostic Center (Barbara J. Woodhead, B.A., RID CI/CT & Kelly Brakenhoff, B.A., NIC), 0.4 CEUs.

2013

  • 10/12: Interpreting for Child Signers: Tips to Enhance Your Sign-to-English Interpreting Skills, Boys Town National Research Hospital – EIPA Diagnostic Center (Frances J. Beaurivage, RID CI/CT), 0.4 CEUs.

2012

  • 8/16: Overview to Autism, The West Virginia Autism Training Center, Marshall University (Peggy Hovatter), 0.3 CEUs.
  • 3/21: Educational Interpreter Workshop Series: Session 4 – Roles and Responsibilities of the Educational Interpreter and Sign Language Specialist, Harrison County Board of Education (Cyndi J. Shaver, M.Ed.), 0.2 CEUs.
  • 1/25: Educational Interpreter Workshop Series: Session 3 – Modifications that Work for Deaf and Hearing Impaired Students, Harrison County Board of Education (Cyndi J. Shaver, M.Ed.), 0.2 CEUs.

2011

  • 9/21: Educational Interpreter Workshop Series: Session 2 – Educational Interpreter Ethics and How to Follow an IEP, Harrison County Board of Education (Cyndi J. Shaver, M.Ed.), 0.2 CEUs.
  • 8/19: Educational Interpreter Workshop Series: Session 1 – An Overview of Equipment Maintenance and Responsibilities for a Cochlear Implanted Student, Harrison County Schools (Cyndi J. Shaver, M.Ed.), 0.2 CEUs.
  • 4/23: Classroom Management, WVDE eLearning for Educators (Brandy Butcher & Donna Landin), 4.5 CEUs.
  • 4/20: Basic Technology Opportunity Center Computer Training, The EdVenture Group & Harrison County Schools (Sharon Cole), 1.5 CEUs.
  • 2/15: Intro to Basic Technology Opportunity Center Computer Training, The EdVenture Group & Harrison County Schools (Sharon Cole), 1.5 CEUs.

2010

  • 12/22: Be Heard: Voicing for the Deaf, West Virginia Department of Education (Janelle St. Martin, NAD), 0.3 CEUs.
  • 11/6: Why Do Teachers Talk the Way They Do?, Boys Town National Research Hospital – EIPA Diagnostic Center (Frances J. Beaurivage, RID CI/CT), 0.4 CEUs.
  • 9/22: Visual Phonics: A Review of the Code, Harrison County Schools (Cyndi J. Shaver, M.Ed.), 0.3 CEUs. 9.17-18.: See-The-Sound Visual Phonics, West Virginia Department of Education (Annette Carey, M.Ed.), 1.5 CEUs.
  • 8/16: Getting Ready for the EIPA, West Virginia Department of Education (Janelle St. Martin, NAD), 0.3 CEUs.
  • 7/26: Skill Building ASL, West Virginia Department of Education (Janelle St. Martin, NAD), 0.2 CEUs.
  • 4/8: Voicing, West Virginia Department of Education (Annette Carey, M.Ed.), 0.3 CEUs.
  • 2/19: Building on Receptive Skills, Sign to Voice, Harrison County Schools (Holly Sears), 0.3 CEUs.
  • 1/16: Classifiers II: A Continuation of Using Classifiers, Boys Town National Research Hospital – EIPA Diagnostic Center (Frances J. Beaurivage, RID CI/CT), 0.4 CEUs.

2009

  • 8/10: So You Have A Deaf Child In Your Class, Now What?!?, Harrison County Schools (Cyndi J. Shaver, M.Ed. & Leah Knorr, M.Ed.), 0.3 CEUs.