Events

Collaborative learning can be one of the most powerful tools in the classroom-when it works well. This session equips educators with strategies to effectively design, facilitate, and manage student collaborative groups. Participants will explore how to group students purposefully, teach collaboration skills explicitly, and address common challenges such as unequal participation and off-task behavior. Through […]

Tackle a professional development experience to refresh your teaching during the holidays! This asynchronous learning session will explore the psychology of learning and what makes learning "stick" for students. Are you tired of students who do not remember their basic math facts? Or the steps in doing a scientific experiment? This video-based learning experience will […]

INTENTIONAL vocabulary instruction is key to improving reading skills. This session will provide an opportunity for participants to develop, discuss, and determine strategies to understand vocabulary. Participants will learn about the types, the development, and the importance of vocabulary instruction to understand how intentional vocabulary instruction can happen in all subjects at all grade levels […]

How well are your students learning? How will they perform this year on state tests? If a school leader uses only state and norm referenced tests to guide their work, they will not have enough data to monitor progress and improvement. Learn how to systematically use work samples and common or readiness assessments to challenge […]

How well are your students learning? How will they perform this year on state tests? If a school leader uses only state and norm referenced tests to guide their work, they will not have enough data to monitor progress and improvement. Learn how to systematically use work samples and common or readiness assessments to challenge […]

Join us for a candid and engaging Coffee Table Talk on leadership in Special Education. We will kick things off with brief updates from the facilitator, followed by open, collective learning grounded in real-world challenges. Together, we will explore a shared problem of practice and use that as a springboard for rich discussion and collaborative […]

Meaningful math learning happens through student thinking, not teacher telling. This session explores how to facilitate mathematical discourse that supports reasoning, equity, and agency. Participants will examine discourse moves, task structures, and classroom norms that elevate student voice. With a focus on practical strategies, participants will analyze video clips and co-develop routines that support all […]

Reflection is a powerful driver of growth-for both teachers and students. This session explores how intentional reflection practices can enhance teaching, deepen student learning, and build a culture of continuous improvement. Educators will learn practical strategies for embedding reflection into daily instruction, fostering meta cognition in students, and using self-assessment to guide professional growth. Participants […]

How do we make social studies more meaningful and memorable for students? This session focuses on practical strategies to boost engagement and student ownership, along with tools for making test prep more effective without sacrificing curiosity or critical thinking. Whether you're looking to try new activities or tighten up your approach to state testing, you'll […]

When students fall behind, they often lose motivation. But with the right support, those students can reconnect with learning. This session is ideal for educators working with students who struggle due to learning gaps. Participants will explore strategies to re-engage these students, including differentiated instruction, targeted interventions, and building strong teacher-student relationships. Learn how to […]