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Getting Started Pre-work - ALL participants must complete this step!

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Getting Started Pre-work - ALL participants must complete this step!

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Prerequisites for Getting Started Pathway

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Next Steps Pre-work - complete AFTER Getting Started Pre-work

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Next Steps Pre-work - complete AFTER Getting Started Pre-work

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Opportunity to Certify in ILC PD Sessions!

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Opportunity to Certify in ILC PD Sessions!

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To our Philly PRNs! We would love to extend the opportunity to certify in the ILC PD sessions. This condensed course will allow you to fully understand the interworking of the Imagine Learning Classroom (ILC) Platform! Once certified, you will be able to present this session to other accounts all over the country. The great part is that they are mostly virtual! Please consider this opportunity and let Tracie know if you are available that day! The information is below!

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CLICK HERE to see Travel/Lodging, Certification Location and Meal Information

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CLICK HERE to see Travel/Lodging, Certification Location and Meal Information

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Onsite EL Certification - May 13 - May 16, 2024

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Book your Hotel - if you are NOT a Greater Philly Resident

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Book your Hotel - if you are NOT a Greater Philly Resident

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Pets accepted, maximum two pets per room with a 50 pound weight limit and a one-time fee of $75.00. Please contact the hotel for details.

Children 17 And Under Are Free In Room With One Paying Adult In Existing Bedding.

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Warwick Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia | Hotel Rooms

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Book your stay at the Warwick Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia in Philadelphia PA. Relax and enjoy our spacious guest rooms with modern amenities and features

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Our Goal of this certification session is to share our EL Professional Learning in a collaborative environment. We want you to walk away feeling confident in delivery and well grounded in the WHY.

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Please plan to attend in Business Casual attire. We will have full days of collaborative learning so still be comfortable and be yourself!

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When preparing for an event that requires business casual attire, such as a meeting, interview or first day at a new job, it can feel challenging to select the right outfit. While many organizations adhere to a business casual dress code, there's no single, agreed-upon definition of what it means.

Wearing the right clothing has the ability to make you feel confident, comfortable and capable. As such, learning about the standards of business casual attire can help you can strike a balance between dressing too formal and too casual. In this guide, we'll define business casual attire with examples of appropriate business casual outfit ideas for men and women.
Related: Guide To Business Attire (With Examples)
What is business casual?

Business casual attire is broadly defined as a code of dress that blends traditional business wear with a more relaxed style still professional and appropriate enough for an office environment. For example, in a business casual setting, you could wear slacks and a dress shirt without a jacket and tie. With more jobs becoming remote and more virtual meetings happening, you may only have to worry about your attire from the top up.

If you're attending an interview and are unsure of the appropriate attire, you should first ask your point of contact arranging the interview if they can confirm the company's dress code. If that's not possible, then business casual is typically your best dress option. Employers may have different definitions of what constitutes business casual attire, so you should reference the official dress code policy for specific details if available.

Business casual attire is common in organizations where customers or clients often visit the premises, such as law offices and financial institutions or for employees in public-facing roles such as sales and customer service. To help you choose the right outfit, below are several examples of business casual attire.

Business casual ideas for women

There is a wide array of business casual dress options for women from tidy jeans and slacks to blouses and sweaters. If you're unsure what is considered acceptable in a specific setting, it's best to select more traditionally-accepted business casual outfits. Then you can observe your surroundings and adjust accordingly.

Business casual clothing options for women might include:

Slacks, khaki pants, chinos or knee-length skirts

Blouses, sweaters, button-downs, henleys or polo shirts

Knee-length dresses

Optional hosiery or tights, especially for added warmth during colder months

Optional cardigans, blazers or jackets

Closed-toed shoes such as loafers, oxfords, pumps, flats or boots

Simple, professional accessories such as scarves, belts or jewelry

Read more: Guide To Women's Business Casual Attire
Business casual ideas for men

Business casual attire for men is typically more straightforward. Acceptable options fall between a full suit and pants paired with a professional shirt, button-down or sweater.

Business casual clothing options for men might include:

Business dress pants, khakis or pressed slacks

Button-down shirts, dress shirts, sweaters or polo shirts

Professional-looking closed-toed shoes, such as loafers, oxfords or brogues with dark dress socks

A belt that matches your shoes

Optional tie and jacket or sport coat

Read more: Guide To Men's Business Casual Attire
Gender-neutral business casual

There are also gender-neutral options for business casual dress. During interviews and at work, it's important to feel confident in what you wear. If you're not comfortable conforming to women's or men's attire, consider these options:

Slacks, khakis or other non-denim pants

A sweater, button-down shirt or another tidy-looking style like a henley or polo shirt

Boots, loafers or dress sneakers made of leather or canvas

Read more: Guide To Gender Neutral Attire
Defining business casual by industry

The definition of business casual attire can vary by industry and can be impacted even further by individual company culture. Here are a few examples of how business casual can look in common industries:

Tech: In tech industries, it's pretty common that you can wear hoodies, T-shirts, sneakers and other casual "weekend vibe" outfits any day of the week.

What not to wear with a business casual dress code

Here are several things you should avoid wearing in a business casual environment:

Well-worn athletic sneakers or tennis shoes

Stained or wrinkled clothing

Clothing with holes, such as distressed jeans

Clothing that is too tight or too short

Clothing that is oversized or too loose

Bright colors, such as neons

Overly distracting patterns

Mismatched or clashing colors

Shorts or short skirts

Tank tops or strapless shirts-unless paired with a blazer, jacket or cardigan

Backless or low-cut tops

Clothing that exposes the midriff

Spandex or Lycra

Clothing with large logos or text

Related: Q&A: Are Jeans Business Casual? (With Examples)
Tips for dressing in business casual attire

Here are a few things to keep in mind as you decide what to wear to a business casual workplace.

1. Consult your company's official dress code

Employers have different definitions of business casual-what's acceptable in some workplaces may not be in others. For example, some companies allow employees to wear open-toed shoes, polo tees and jeans while others require all employees to wear closed-toed shoes, full-sleeve length shirts and non-denim pants. Some companies require that employees only wear dark, solid-colored clothing while others allow patterns and brightly colored prints.

Additionally, employers may require more formal business dress for certain situations, such as representing the company at a conference, trade show or networking event, or in client meetings. Always consult your company dress code policy to ensure your clothing is compliant.

2. Show up virtually

With so many of us now working from home-whether full time or just a few days per week-it has become imperative to focus on dressing from the top up. Now is the time to wear tops or shirts in bold colors or with unique details, and possibly add a statement necklace or fun pair of earrings to add elements of style even over a Zoom meeting.

Cameras off or on? If you're relatively new to your role or still learning on the job, we definitely recommend showing up to your meetings with your camera on. We also recommend investing in a ring light to enhance lighting.

3. Adapt to the post-pandemic workplace

Due to the pandemic and the influx of employees working remotely over the past year, we are now in a cultural shift in the workplace. We're likely not returning to the buttoned-up, "business casual," or corporate environments that we once knew and are now "returning" to a new workplace. As for attire, that means that jeans and even sweatshirts and sweatpants will likely become more accepted in the office, and we may finally reach a place where we're not required to have a separate wardrobe for work.

4. Beware of casual Fridays

Some companies allow employees to dress more casually on Fridays than other days of the week. It's best to take note of acceptable casual Friday attire based on what others are wearing before straying too far from the daily dress code. A good rule of thumb is to mimic the attire of your manager or other leaders at your company that you admire. Always avoid clothing with offensive images or language, affiliations with political groups or other logos that may appear unprofessional in the workplace.

5. Consider what other employees are wearing

It's best to dress more formally during your first day at a new job. As mentioned above, doing so will allow you to see what other employees wear on a typical workday and model your attire after them. For example, if you're not sure whether or not you have to wear a tie every day, be sure to wear one on the first day and observe other members of your team.

6. Overdress for the interview

When deciding what to wear to an interview, it's best to overdress than to underdress. If a company has a business casual dress code, consider wearing a full suit for your first in-person interview. This will allow you to make a positive first impression and identify what others in the office wear so you can model their style in subsequent interviews.

7. Communicate medical and religious requirements to HR

If you have a religious requirement or medical condition that prevents you from meeting an employer's dress code guidelines, be sure to let the human resources department know before your interview or your first day. For example, it may be necessary for you to wear religious garments or doctor-prescribed orthopedic sneakers. By letting the HR team know, your requirements will be documented and you won't be penalized with a dress code violation.

As a new employee or candidate, it is best to appear composed and professional. By understanding business casual attire and ensuring your clothing meets your employer's dress code guidelines, you'll be well on your way to making a great first impression.

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What Does "Business Casual" Mean? (With Example Outfits)

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When preparing for an event that requires business casual attire, such as a meeting, interview or first day at a new job, it can feel challenging to select the right outfit. While many organizations adhere to a business casual dress code, there's no single, agreed-upon definition of what it means.

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Please feel free to contact the following people via Slack or email with your questions.

Travel Logistics:

Rachel Ratay

Certification Path:

Your Manager

Philly PRN: Tracie Daly

Core PRN: Carly Wagstaff

Core PES: Jennifer Ellegood or Julie Osterhout

EL Chapter Progress or Status:

Alana Benoit

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Onsite EL Certification - Philadelphia, PA - May 13 - May 16, 2024

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May 13, 2024 Agenda:  Philadelphia PRNs - Pathway to ILC Certification for EL EducationEducation

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Certification for the ILC Sessions (on May 13)

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Certification for the ILC Sessions (on May 13)

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Complete the Professional Learning Team-based Getting Started in EL Education, “Build Your EL Story”, Chapters 1, 2, and 3 (completed in Getting Started Pre-work)

Complete the TalentLMS Course: Philadelphia PRNs: CORE PD ILC Certification: Getting Started with the ILC for EL Education 2024, Sections I through III

Complete the Professional Learning Team-based Getting Started in EL Education, “Build Your EL Story”, Chapters 4 - Modules

Please note, being certified in Modules will be required for final certification in ILC, but does not need to be completed prior to May 13, 2024.

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Slack Carly Wagstaff and Ellen Gammel

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If you do, that's great - keep working!

If you don't know your current status with certification, please reach out to your manager or Alana Benoit via Slack!

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Penn Warwick Parking Garage
1708-16 Chancellor St, Philadelphia, PA 19103

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Not quite ready for the pre-work or you are brand new to the team? WELCOME! Start by following the steps below!

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Not quite ready for the pre-work or you are brand new to the team? WELCOME! Start by following the steps below!

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Attend a Kickoff Session OR Watch the Recording

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Attend a Kickoff Session OR Watch the Recording

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In order to understand how to access the prerequisites and learn about the certification process expectations, you are required to attend a kickoff session. Some colleagues were able to attend a live session. For those who have not attended a kickoff session, we've got you covered! Please listen to the following video. If needed, you can adjust the speed by clicking the settings icon at the bottom of the video.

CLICK the red icon at the top of this post to watch the video.

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Move to the Prerequisites that Align with your Experience

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Move to the Prerequisites that Align with your Experience

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If you have not been certified in Getting Started, you will need to complete the prereqs for Getting Started. If you are certified in Getting Started, you will need to have the prereqs completed for Next Steps Pathways. Those are all tagged in the column to the right!

Getting Started prereqs are GREEN.

Next Steps prereqs are PURPLE.

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Completing each of these steps will help you prepare for the pathway that you will attend during onsite. Your success is our success and we want to make sure that you feel comfortable facilitating EL!!

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Reach out to Anita Wilson on Slack!

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[FINAL] EL Onsite Certification_ May 2024 (2)

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Getting Started with Imagine Learning EL Education: Content-Based Literacy Modules 

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Getting Started with Imagine Learning EL Education: Content-Based Literacy Modules 

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Getting Started with Imagine Learning EL Education: Content-Based Literacy Modules

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Getting Started with Imagine Learning EL Education: Reading Foundation Skills 

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Getting Started with Imagine Learning EL Education: Reading Foundation Skills 

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Getting Started with Imagine Learning EL Education: Reading Foundation Skills Block (Grades K–2).pptx

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Getting Started with Imagine Learning EL Education: Additional Language and Literacy (ALL) Block (Grades 3–5) 

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Getting Started with Imagine Learning EL Education: Additional Language and Literacy (ALL) Block (Grades 3–5) 

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Unpacking Imagine Learning EL Education Content Modules

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Unpacking Imagine Learning EL Education Content Modules

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Unpacking Imagine Learning EL Education Content Modules

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Planning for Imagine Learning EL Education Skills Block (Grades K–2)

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Planning for Imagine Learning EL Education Skills Block (Grades K–2)

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Planning for Imagine Learning EL Education Skills Block (Grades K–2)

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Planning for EL Education ALL Block (Grades 3-5)

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Planning for EL Education ALL Block (Grades 3-5)

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Planning for EL Education ALL Block (Grades 3-5)

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Facilitation Lab Groups & Support - May 2024

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Facilitation Lab Groups & Support - May 2024