Professional Learning Opportunities

Welcome to the future of STEELS education, where traditional multiple-choice tests give way to 3-Dimensional assessments, spotlighting science and engineering practices (SEPs) and cross-cutting concepts (CCCs) alongside disciplinary core ideas (DCIs). In this transformative workshop, we'll explore innovative strategies for assessing students' conceptual understanding through real-world, authentic scenarios. Empower your students to apply their knowledge in meaningful ways, preparing them for the complexities of the real world. Lunch on your own

Join the Principals' Collaborative in navigating the complexities of school leadership, where the rewards are plentiful, yet the demands are high. By connecting with Principals from Lancaster and Lebanon Counties, there is the opportunity to foster meaningful relationships and forge a supportive community. During these events, you'll have the opportunity to: •Stay up to date with local and state initiatives •Discover and share successful practices happening in schools •Collaborate to tackle common issues and leave with actionable strategies. •Celebrate the achievements of our Principals contributions to our schools. Don't miss this unique opportunity to develop your leadership practice in a supportive and mutually beneficial environment alongside other Principals and Assistant Principals.

IU12, IU13, & IU15 would like to welcome all instructional technology educators from any region to join us for a great morning of collaboration in eastern Pennsylvania. We will kick off the morning with an overview of the agenda and engaging activities to build inter-IU relationships. The rest of the morning will be in an open spaces edcamp format to share and discuss with others with a common focus and/or passion in the educational technology field. All Instructional coaches/specialists who facilitate and support instructional technology are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Gifted Bootcamp is designed to support new and veteran gifted teachers with understanding who gifted students are, how to manage the documentation, and what strategies to use to write and implement GIEPS. Topics will include an overview of PA's definition of gifted education, Chapter 16 and a review of the forms that support gifted education.

Morning Sessions (Specialized Tracks) For Administrators (8:30 AM - 11:30 AM) Dive into the essential framework of gifted education administration. This comprehensive session covers identification procedures, program structures, and compliance requirements that form the foundation of successful gifted programs. Gain practical knowledge to effectively advocate for and support your school's gifted learners and educators. For Gifted Educators (8:30 AM - 11:30 AM) Explore contemporary approaches to gifted support that align with today's educational landscape. Develop strategies for building meaningful partnerships with families and community resources, enhance your coaching skills for effective collaboration with general education teachers, and participate in a hands-on GIEP Clinic where you'll work directly on upcoming Gifted Individualized Education Plans with expert guidance. Afternoon Sessions (Combined - All Participants) Innovation and Enrichment (12:30 PM - 3:30 PM) Join administrators and fellow educators to explore cutting-edge topics in gifted education: • Harnessing AI tools to enhance gifted instruction and student creativity • Evidence-based enrichment strategies that challenge and engage advanced learners • Open Spaces collaborative session where participants drive the conversation on pressing topics in gifted education **This professional development day combines theoretical foundations with practical applications, ensuring all participants leave with actionable strategies to implement immediately in their schools and classrooms.

Join us for a fun and interactive day of learning and sharing about how to foster authentic and interactive communication among our language students. We will examine ways to combine the Integrated Performance Assessment model with Backward Design to create engaging and meaningful individual, paired, small-group, and full-class activities that are based on authentic resources and steeped in culture. The goal? To engage students in language use to the point where they forget they are using a "foreign” language! Lunch on your own

This workshop is designed for administrators, principals, assistant principals, and instructional coaches, providing resources to demonstrate leadership, support educators, and promote student-centered learning. Participants will learn to use tools like walk-through forms, success criteria, action planning tools, and feedback forms to guide coaching conversations and enhance instructional practices. *Participants invited to attend by their district under an established contract are welcome to register at no additional cost (costs are already included in the established contract). For participants who want to attend a workshop outside of a previously established district contract, the cost is $79 for IU13 district participants and $99 for non-IU13 district participants.

Previous cohorts/attendees who have participated in previous station rotation or hybrid workshops will reflect on current practices and collaborate to create student-centered learning environments. Through personalized strategies like reflective practices, goal-setting, and planning, educators will learn to implement evidence-based, future-ready practices that prioritize their learners' needs and interests. *Participants invited to attend by their district under an established contract are welcome to register at no additional cost (costs are already included in the established contract). For participants who want to attend a workshop outside of a previously established district contract, the cost is $169 for IU13 district participants and $199 for non-IU13 district participants.

This professional learning series prioritizes student-centered learning, starting with a focus on the station rotation learning model. Participants will gain hands-on experience and strategies for implementing personalized and individualized learning approaches through the three learning modalities: direct, small group instruction; focused independent work; and effective collaborative learning. In this 2-day workshop, attendees will engage in various instructional activities and strategies with direct applications in classrooms including active learning strategies and learner-centered techniques. *Participants who are invited to attend by their district under an established contract are welcome to register at no additional cost (costs are already included in the established contract). For participants who want to attend the 2 day series outside of a previously established district contract, the cost for IU13 Schools/Districts is $399 per a person and Non-IU13 Schools/Districts is $424 per a person.