SC TEAMS Summer University is a FREE 3-day conference in June 2025 featuring team-based, expert-led professional learning on evidence-based practices to promote student success.
The goal of this event is to provide high-quality professional learning opportunities for districts and schools to promote the installation and implementation of high-leverage practices in general and special education to address the learning and behavioral needs of students with disabilities.
When: June 10-12, 2025
Where: Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center and Visitor Bureau, Columbia, SC
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Get a sneak peek at the workshops SCPI and Pyramid PIECES are offering below!
Pyramid Model: Implementation Exploration Resources
June 10 9:00am-12:00pm
This session will introduce participants to the foundations of healthy development and its connection to challenging behavior, while also providing several key Pyramid Model practices educators can begin using in their classrooms to support all young students. This session will also introduce a revised consultation/exploration process that districts can inquire about during the session. Pyramid PIECES will describe program-wide Pyramid Model implementation and how it can reduce suspension/expulsion practices.
Pyramid PIECES: CORE Pre-Planning
June 10 1:00pm-4:00pm
In this 3-hour session, participants will be introduced to an exciting training opportunity that will be available for district teams this fall. Many early childhood programs are reporting an increase in challenging preschool behaviors and are looking for lasting solutions that impact positive behavior change for young children. In response to this need, the team with Pyramid PIECES will be unveiling CORE: Connect on Reframing Expectations, a 6-session early childhood behavior series designed for district teams to advance developmentally appropriate early childhood behavior guidance. During this Summer University session, participants will (1) learn the structure of CORE, (2) hear the topics that will be discussed during CORE and how attending will help increase knowledge on developmentally appropriate behavior in young children, (3) Understand how districts will have the opportunity during CORE to review evidence-based strategies that inform our understanding of preschool behavior and apply the principles of the Pyramid Model to prevent and respond to challenging behaviors when supporting teachers, families, and children. Participants will also have time to discuss challenges, engage in problem-solving, and begin planning for next steps for their program.
Early Childhood Performance Factor: Using Data-Based Decision-Making to Improve Outcomes for Young Children
June 11 9:00am-12:00pm
Join us as we explore the early childhood indicators regarding preschool environments and the child outcomes summary. In this 3-hour session, we will look closely at these indicators, delve into the data, and discuss strategies to improve your district’s performance and enhance positive outcomes for young children in our state.
Positive Strategies for the Preschool Classroom
June 11 1:00pm-4:00pm
Join us for this 3-hour session to prepare for the school year ahead for your preschool program. During our time together, we will explore evidence-based practices related to designing the physical environment for engagement, proactive strategies to prevent challenging behavior and promote healthy development & pre-academic skills, and how to plan intentional learning opportunities within ongoing activities, routines, and transitions.