Created: 09-11-17
Last Login: 11-03-26
Cook County Higher Education
Cook County Higher Education (CCHE):
Provides local access and support for college education and training on the North Shore of Lake Superior.
Accredited classes, training, and degree programs.
Student Support: mentors, financial aid resources, and more.
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COMET (Changing Our Mental and Emotional Trajectory) Community Training
Description: COMET (Changing Our Mental and Emotional Trajectory) Community Training November 6 | 2-4pm | At CCHE Presenters and Partners: Andrea Orrest, Public Health & Human Services, and Sarah Waddle, Cook County Community Center & Minnesota Extension. Do you know what to do when concerned about someone’s mental or emotional well-being? COMET (Changing Our Mental and Emotional Trajectory) Community Training In the training, you Learn a natural way to talk with a friend, a neighbor, or an acquaintance about difficult topics. Learn a conversational guide and the importance of being “the other person.” Practice the COMET intervening questions and plan how you will use COMET to have in conversations about another’s well-being. How does COMET work? COMET helps people feel more prepared to start conversations about mental health. Often, we want to support our friends, neighbors, and colleagues in times of need, but may not know how. COMET empowers us to be more prepared to support others’ mental health needs, especially before a crisis. This training doesn’t expect community members to “fix it,” but instead trains people to feel comfortable initiating a supportive and potentially emotional conversation by using a simple seven-question guide.
Publish Date: 10-20-26
Perimenopause & Menopause Monthly Meetup
Description: Perimenopause & Menopause Monthly Meetup Nov 5 & Dec 3 | 5:30-6:30pm | At CCHE Facilitator: Adrea Beres A casual, supportive, facilitated gathering for women in perimenopause and menopause. A welcoming, non-judgmental space to connect and talk openly about what you’re experiencing, what you’re struggling with, what’s going well, and the resources or strategies you’ve found helpful along the way. Each month, the conversation is shaped by the women who are there. Share as much or as little as you’d like, listen to others, and connect with women who understand what this experience can be like. Tea and snacks will be provided. Adrea is a health educator, clinical social worker, and menopause educator and guide in Cook County. Her work brings together education, guidance, ritual, and community to help women navigate menopause with greater understanding, confidence, and connection. Learn more about Adrea and her offerings at AdreaBeres.com. We understand that fall schedules ebb and flow, and we completely understand if you're not able to make every session. We look forward to seeing you whenever you're able to join us and wish you a wonderful evening whenever your schedule takes you elsewhere! If you won't be able to make a session, please email office@mycche.org in advance of the session so we can modify the session based on expected attendence size.
Publish Date: 10-20-26
Families Together: Navigating Special Education (Support Group)
Description: Families Together: Navigating Special Education (Support Group) Dates: September 15th and 24th October 6th and 29th November 3rd and 19th December 1st and 10th Time: 5:30pm-6:30pm Facilitator and Instructor: Judy Schmidt Navigating the special education process can feel overwhelming. Whether your child is receiving services, has an IFSP or IEP, or is being evaluated, families often find themselves learning new systems, attending meetings, making important decisions, and advocating for their child's needs. Families Together: Navigating Special Education is a supportive group designed for parents, guardians, foster parents, kinship caregivers, and other primary caregivers who are navigating the special education journey. This group provides a welcoming and confidential space where families can connect with others who understand their experiences, gain information, share perspectives, and build confidence in supporting their children. We understand that school year schedules ebb and flow, and we completely understand if you're not able to make every session. We look forward to seeing you whenever you're able to join us and wish you a wonderful evening whenever your schedule takes you elsewhere! If you won't be able to make a session, please email programs@mycche.org in advance of the session so we can modify the session based on expected attendence size. The goal of this group is not only to provide information, but also to foster meaningful connections among families and help bridge the gap between home and school through effective communication and collaboration. Participants will have opportunities to discuss topics such as: Understanding evaluations and assessments IFSPs and IEPs Building positive and effective communication with schools Supporting collaboration between families and educational teams Behavior and emotional regulation supports Circle of Security concepts Autism and ADHD supports Speech, language, and occupational therapy services Transition planning Community resources Parent self-care and wellness Guest speakers and family-requested topics Most importantly, this group is about creating a community where families feel heard, respected, supported, connected, and empowered. No matter where you are in your special education journey, you do not have to navigate it alone. We invite you to join us as we learn from one another, share experiences, and build confidence together. Facilitator and Instructor: My name is Judy Schmidt, and I bring both professional and personal experience to this work. I am a Licensed Early Childhood Special Education Teacher, Licensed Academic Behavioral Strategist (K-12), and am Circle of Security trained. In addition to my professional experience supporting children and families within special education systems, I am also a parent who has personally navigated the IEP process with my own children. This combination of professional knowledge and lived experience allows me to understand the challenges families face from multiple perspectives. This supportive group will be cancelled if we have less than 5 families registered or confirmed for an evening session.
Publish Date: 10-20-26
Drop In Modern Dance Classes
Description: Drop In Modern Dance Classes Thursdays, 6:00-7:30 PM Sept 10-Dec 3 Colvill Town Hall: 2963 E Hwy 61 Drop in on Thursdays to dance with a rotating cast of teachers: Steph Vos, Rachel Clark, Margaret Johnson, and Lenna Stever-Sobanja. Classes are by donation; cost is no barrier and no dance experience is needed! For questions & to join the mailing list: DropInPractice@gmail.com This activity is made possible in part by a grant from the Arrowhead Regional Arts Council with funds appropriated by the Minnesota State Legislature from its General Fund. And in collaboration with the North Shore Music Association.
Publish Date: 10-20-26