Professional Learning Opportunities
Welcome to the IU13’s professional learning offerings from the Educational Technology and Teaching and Learning Collaborative teams!
Discover tailored professional learning opportunities, easily filtered by category below or explore our calendar on Frontline for a wide variety of sessions designed to elevate your skills.
For more information or to initiate collaboration, please contact our Educational Technology team or our Teaching and Learning Collaborative team.
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Differentiation: Strategies for Driving Success with Student-Centered Learning
This workshop will focus on research-based differentiation strategies that empower learners to take the driver's seat in their learning journey. Participants will explore the principles of student-centered learning and how differentiation can be used to address diverse learning needs, promote engagement, and boost academic performance. Throughout the workshop, participants will...
This workshop will focus on research-based differentiation strategies that empower learners to take the driver's seat in their learning journey. Participants will explore the principles of student-centered learning and how differentiation can be used to address diverse learning needs, promote engagement, and boost academic performance. Throughout the workshop, participants will gain insights into a variety of techniques for differentiating content, process, product, and learning environment to meet the unique needs of each learner.*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.
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Classroom Management: Strategies for a Student-Centered Learning Environment
This workshop covers classroom management strategies for a student-centered learning environment. Participants will explore the shift from a teacher-centered approach to one that empowers learners. Educators will share experiences, reflect on their unique classroom management style, and will leave with practical resources and techniques to foster active participation, critical thinking,...
This workshop covers classroom management strategies for a student-centered learning environment. Participants will explore the shift from a teacher-centered approach to one that empowers learners. Educators will share experiences, reflect on their unique classroom management style, and will leave with practical resources and techniques to foster active participation, critical thinking, and self-directed learning.*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.
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Librarians’ Collaborative
These POC collaborative meetings are for Lancaster and Lebanon County library stakeholders, including AccessPA member libraries, for the purpose of providing pertinent information concerning technology tools, ethical and legal issues, and professional development opportunities. In addition, time will be devoted for new learning and exploration for the integration of IMS...
These POC collaborative meetings are for Lancaster and Lebanon County library stakeholders, including AccessPA member libraries, for the purpose of providing pertinent information concerning technology tools, ethical and legal issues, and professional development opportunities. In addition, time will be devoted for new learning and exploration for the integration of IMS and other tools/strategies supporting all content area curricula.
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Tech Media Integrators Collaborative
Monthly meetings will provide school district technology and media staff with a forum for training and sharing in the uses of technology and media in curriculum and instruction. These collaborative meetings will focus on participant needs and initiatives.
Science of Reading Academy Cohort 4
Literacy/ IS
November 19, 2025 Series
3:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Virtual
This professional learning series is designed equip teachers with knowledge of the science of reading and structured literacy instruction. A blend of full-day sessions, job-embedded activities, and PLC meetings will support educators as they refine literacy practices to ensure all learners have the skills necessary to thrive as readers. Topics:...
This professional learning series is designed equip teachers with knowledge of the science of reading and structured literacy instruction. A blend of full-day sessions, job-embedded activities, and PLC meetings will support educators as they refine literacy practices to ensure all learners have the skills necessary to thrive as readers. Topics: * What is the Science of Reading? * Scarborough's Rope * Simple View of Reading * How Students Learn to Read * Word Recognition (Decoding) * Language Comprehension * Reading Comprehension * Structured Literacy Location: Full-day sessions will be held at The Conference and Training Center at IU13, 1020 New Holland Avenue, Lancaster PLC meetings will be held virtually. Cost: - IU13 Area Districts: $100.00* - Not IU13 Area Districts: $300.00 *This professional learning series is being partially funded by Accelerated Learning funding for IU13 public school participants SORA Cohort IV Dates: Day 1: August 7, 2025 | 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM Day 2: October 22, 2025| 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM Day 3: January 14, 2026 | 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM Day 4: March 4, 2026 | 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM **Weather Make-Up Date: February 11, 2026 | 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM PLC Meetings: November 19, 2025 & February 18, 2026 | 3:30 PM - 4:30PM
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STEM Leadership Collaborative Meeting
Curriculum and Instruction/ IS
November 20, 2025
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
The purpose of the IU13 Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM) Leadership Collaborative Meetings is to give science, technology/engineering, and math leaders an opportunity to: * Stay informed of the most current information from the PDE and professional organizations, and share that information with colleagues in their school or district...
The purpose of the IU13 Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM) Leadership Collaborative Meetings is to give science, technology/engineering, and math leaders an opportunity to: * Stay informed of the most current information from the PDE and professional organizations, and share that information with colleagues in their school or district * Engage in collaborative professional learning for building their own capacity to lead * Serve as a resource for determining regional professional development needs * Network and engage in collegial dialogue with other "job alike" professionals
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Virtual Teacher Collaborative
Instructional Technology/ IS
November 20, 2025
1:30 pm to 3:00 pm
Virtual
Quarterly meetings will provide school district virtual educators with a forum to collaborate and share best practices for teaching in a solely online environment. These collaborative meetings will focus on participant needs and professional development supporting K-12 online learning.
Supporting STEELS as a School Leader – Act 45 Fall 2025 Course
The PA Inspired Leadership Program's STEELS Leadership Course is designed to equip school and system leaders with the knowledge and skills necessary to implement the Pennsylvania STEELS standards effectively. This course emphasizes phenomena-based learning, the integration of science, technology, engineering, and environmental education, and effective curriculum design and assessment strategies....
The PA Inspired Leadership Program's STEELS Leadership Course is designed to equip school and system leaders with the knowledge and skills necessary to implement the Pennsylvania STEELS standards effectively. This course emphasizes phenomena-based learning, the integration of science, technology, engineering, and environmental education, and effective curriculum design and assessment strategies. Participants will learn to support teachers in enhancing student engagement and conceptual understanding through innovative instructional strategies. Course information will be sent to all registered participants prior to the start of the event. 40 - Act 45 hours will be given when course is completed.
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LLVS Advisors’ Collaborative
Instructional Technology/ IS
December 4, 2025
1:00 pm to 2:30 pm
As a member of Lancaster-Lebanon Virtual Solutions, it is important that those participating in the role of Advisor/Mentor to students meet on a regular basis to share ideas, challenges, updates, etc. *Please note this meeting is not eligible for ACT 48 credit.
IU13 Enriched Virtual Forum
Instructional Technology/ IS
December 4, 2025
9:00 am to 11:30 am
Monthly meetings of the Enriched Virtual Forum (EVF) will discuss topics to support district virtual academies and develop high quality course content to enrich current district virtual programs. These collaborative meetings will focus on participant needs and professional development supporting K-12 virtual learning and online course development.