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TransACT Academy
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The TransACT Academy is a two-day workshop held at the TransACT corporate offices just outside Seattle, WA. Over the course of the training, participants will be equipped with the tools to fully implement and train others on the TransACT system in their state, region or district, leaving the Academy as a TransACT Certified Trainer.
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| Intended Audience |
The TransACT Academy is designed for the "TransACT Coordinator", primary contact, or any other role supporting the TransACT system in their state, region or district. The training is recommended for medium- to large-sized districts who need in-person training.
| Cost |
The cost to attend the TransACT Academy is $750 for one attendee or $1,200 for two attendees. The registration fee includes hotel, meals and training materials. Attendees are responsible for airfare and ground transportation.
| Schedule |
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| What You'll Learn |
At the conclusion of the Academy, participants should be able to:
- Successfully train others on the use of the TransACT system
- Create and fully implement a TransACT plan to meet usage goals
- Explain how the NCLB & IDEA RoadMaps meet accountability and compliance goals
- Know how to personalize parent notifications with district data
- Understand & demonstrate the different Administrative Tools available on the site
- Successfully identify and measure Metrics of Success
To become a TransACT Certified Trainer, participants must meet the above goals and complete a successful training presentation.
| What They're Saying |
"Great training! The entire training was “hands-on” with professional staff who were not only knowledgeable of the software and the forms that it will produce but were interesting and motivational as well. Participants were given time to synthesize the material and produce a presentation that will be readily useable once they return to their home-base!"
Dr. Wynn Rolf
Director, School Support
Region 12 ESC, Waco, TX
"TransACT and it's staff have been a gift to our staff and families! The TransACT team is highly motivating, enthusiastic and committed to excellence. Their trainings are useful and easy to understand."
Staci Tuck
Learning Support Services
Marysville School District, Marysville, WA
| Your Instructors |
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Monica Munar Monica Munar manages the company's nine statewide customers (AL, GA, IA, ID, KY, NE, OR, PA and WY) to assure best-practice implementation and training. Additionally, she oversees all customer care, support, and upgrade sales functions for the company. Monica brings with her over six years of experience in customer support, recruiting and team management. Monica holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Global Studies from the University of Washington. |
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Hilary Shirey Hilary Shirey manages the company's customers in the western territory (Texas to the west coast). Hilary specializes in implementation, training, and on-going support for districts and ESA's of all sizes. Hilary also assists her customers in identifying additional products that might fit the ESA or district's needs. Hilary's previous experience includes over seven years of project management, healthcare compliance, and administrative assistance. Hilary holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from the University of Washington. |
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Jamie Zabel Jamie Zabel manages the company’s customers in the eastern territory (east of Texas). Jamie specializes in implementation, training, and on-going support for districts and ESA’s of all sizes. Jamie also assists her customers in identifying additional products that might fit the ESA or district’s needs. Jamie brings with her over four years of experience in account management, onsite presentation and training, and customer support. Jamie achieved a Bachelors Degree in Organizational Communication Studies from Eastern Washington University. |