Published On: December 2, 2024

 

 

 

 

  • Thinking Through Art Winter Institute
    The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum presents Thinking Through Art, a professional development program for teachers of all subjects in Boston Public Schools proven to improve culturally responsive instruction and foster critical thinking and social-emotional learning. We introduce innovative, student-centered approaches that can be applied directly to the classroom to expand students’ learning horizons. Educators across BPS unite to exchange ideas, gain support, and receive valuable feedback from their peers and Museum educators. Thinking Through Art includes intensive professional development, a visual art curriculum, and free guided Museum visits – including transportation. A $100 materials fee covers all program components, with opportunities to earn Professional Development Points or graduate credits. Apply by December 20th, 2024, at gardnermuseum.org/tta to start your journey in our Winter Institute, or email your questions to ThinkArt@isgm.org.

 

  • Campus Without Walls – Teach in Exciting New Ways
    Campus Without Walls connects teachers like you with other teachers across Massachusetts and allows you to share resources beyond the four walls of your classroom! When you join this community, you’ll receive personalized support to add our teacher-made thematic units to your current course – bringing the content to life for your students! Benefits: Access to culturally responsive and project-based lessons for high student engagement Coaching from an All-Star Lead Teacher to modify and implement lessons for your own students Earn 12 Professional Development Points This unique opportunity is available for Massachusetts teachers in all subject areas, Grades 6-12. Click here to get started by choosing a unit fully aligned with Massachusetts State Standards and High-Quality Instructional Materials for your grade and subject area. Together, we can make a lasting difference in our students’ education—ensuring they thrive in and beyond the classroom. Link: https://campuswithoutwalls.org/courses
  • Connect & Share: “Implementing Reading Horizons to Support Student Needs”
    Connect & Share: “Implementing Reading Horizons to Support Student Needs” Join us on Zoom on December 10 from 5:30-7:00pm to hear from colleagues about what’s working as they implement Reading Horizons to support their students’ foundational skills and transfer to Tier 1 content. This webinar is for teachers who have previously attended the Reading Horizons 2 day Training.
    Flyer:https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1PGKKJzJaQogYxx2_u5LnQXAzvdnEsw3OwP7IZbx9bGo/edit#slide=id.g2018affd15f_0_92
    RSVP: https://airtable.com/apptrZMNGEJSjRVoc/pag9TitPTGBFsjID0/form?prefill_Session=recZNCkMiQjA4v6go
  • Telescope- Reflections and Connections: K0/K1 Focus Connect & Share
    The Telescope Network, in collaboration with the Early Childhood Department, is hosting a Reflections and Connections with K0/K1 Focus Connect and Share Panel Discussion on December 3rd. During this 1.5-hour session, you can hear from a panel of “humble expert” colleagues about what’s working for them and bring good ideas back to your own practice. (Flyer | RSVP)
    Flyer – https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1WE20z2TwUdpjiu-gn74oFI9kTC64ZyfNwUQujjFOwTM/edit?usp=sharing
    RSVP – https://airtable.com/apptrZMNGEJSjRVoc/pagzkPAqAiofIx9sE/form
  • Emergent Literacy Learning Cohort Session 2 Dec 2, 4:30-6:00 PM on Zoom
    The Emergent Literacy Learning Cohort is designed to create a space for educators from across BPS to come together to strengthen our understanding of how to support and assess literacy acquisition for students with multiple disabilities. Session 2 will include peer-led presentations of effective practices for the 5 aspects of emergent literacy. These sessions are open to MD, ABA, II educators. Also open to related service providers, admin, district staff and others interested in joining. This session will meet virtually. Zoom link is shared in the calendar invite. No need to RSVP if you already completed the RSVP for session 1. New attendees are welcome.
    Flyer https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1_oVkNz2-_YlpsXyqH3_qWHwWAulZUTHDjqNu_aDV_BY/edit#slide=id.g2d3c64e7a68_0_202
    RSVP Form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdYC0ZDbLkC-5rmKVV9ybWNSVX1w22mtnLKcY36xTTbZVJRmQ/viewform
  • Maintaining a Productive Learning Environment Learning Site on 12/4 and 12/5
    The Telescope Network and Boston Teacher Residency Induction Program are co-hosting multi-level Learning Sites on 12/4 and 12/5. The Learning Site focuses on the question, “How do we maintain a safe, productive, and culturally responsive learning environment that builds agency and independence?” Open to all, but recommended for early career educators.
    Flyer: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1O2wmXlG8ob8uf0l96Qa61odkTCQkLZe6azbAG8yB8vs/edit?usp=sharing
    RSVP: https://forms.gle/PzToAHnVeZAvCAg6A
  • Telescope IM Planning Cohort: Wednesday, January 15, 12pm-3pm
    IM Planning Cohort (Launch 1/15): Need a fresh start on your planning routine? Start 2025 off right with this IM Planning Cohort (Grades 3-8). This PD will address the question, “How do we thoughtfully implement the Illustrative Math curriculum to provide all students access to rich mathematical tasks and learning experiences?” A Planning Cohort is a space for educators to collaboratively plan with the support of teacher experts. During the Planning Cohort you will have time to unpack the Illustrative Math curriculum to develop a thoughtful unit plan, pool resources with other teachers in a similar context, and receive feedback from peers and coaches. Earn 1 ALC for work you are already doing!
    https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/15nYPgkRq8WP19CeK4L68ouzfy-NPLlyoCxIMF7AA5jg/edit#slide=id.g25466d047a1_0_0 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfS1CHU-ZiZRBiRv_JOSUJdMCJ0H-Q_m8AXN1MnbD0hG_Bv6A/viewform?usp=sf_link
  • Comprehensive Orton Gillingham & Morphology Courses – January to March 2025
    SLIFE, Sub-Separate, ESL, and Special Education Teachers can apply for OG training through BPS and the Institute for Multi-Sensory Education. Limited seats are offered and you will need to commit to all 30 hrs. No stipends or sub coverage will be provided. You can learn more in this course description. Interest forms are due by Dec. 9th.
    Course description: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-2-Rky6rewAxYhoCvZhLwLY0AV6RSZblWJ2o7SaEHZc/edit?usp=sharing Interest Form: https://forms.gle/uucyZmR3ptbud5tXA

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