- Language and Power summit 2: Nov 19th, 4-7 pm
“Participants will explore and reflect on routines and classroom practices around language use within the context of systemic and interpersonal power dynamics in order to improve a sense of belonging for students in BPS. Each session will afford participants an opportunity to hear from “Humble experts” around BPS who have demonstrated exemplary teaching and reflective practices. Each 3-hour summit will include: whole group framing activities, a panel discussion led by BPS teachers as they talk about their practice and a shared reading, affinity-based table group discussions, and structured time to collaboratively plan applications of learning. ”Links:
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1hEyxyP6x8r__laelkp-1wLFKcoCZ-yBMF2GgUcNL8Bg/edit?usp=sharing
- Implementing the Stations Model for SLIFE Classrooms
The Telescope Network and the Office of Multilingual and Multicultural Education invite you to a professional development opportunity for SLIFE educators. Our topic is: “How can we use stations to support SLIFE students’ diverse academic and social-emotional needs while building foundational skills and readiness for grade-level content?”This professional learning experience includes an in-person peer observation at Ohrenberger School at 175 W Boundary Rd, Boston, MA 02132. Participants will complete one in person observation classroom along with 3 virtual sessions on Zoom.Session Dates
In-Person @ Ohrenberger on October 28th 2025, 10am-3pm OR on October 29th 2025 10am-3pm
Virtual Follow-Up Session 1: on Zoom on November 10 at 4-5pm
Virtual Follow-Up Session 2: on Zoom on November 17 at 4-5pm
Virtual Follow-Up Session 3: on Zoom on November 24 at 4-5pm
- SY 2025-2026 Annual Notice for State Required Assessments
The SY25-26 Annual Notice for State Required Assessments is a required one-pager available for school teams to send home with students. This notice outlines test dates and frequently asked questions from families. Please consider sharing this resource early in the school year. Translations of this notice are available here. Contact oda-assessments@bostonpublicschools.org for any general assessment questions.SY25-26 Annual Notice for State Required Assessments: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nf_qM0rSLzfErcyV4jIi4MBJquAK5QYW/view?usp=drive_linkTranslations of this notice are available here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1SyRIf3i0CI3KY_ElLnoNiWDt9hX_yBpe?usp=sharingLAS Links Training Sessions – Fall SY25-26
Join us for virtual training sessions focused on LAS Links! These sessions will support educators in understanding and using LAS Links data effectively to inform instruction and student support. The sessions are open to staff working with Multilingual Learners and will be held via Zoom. To attend, please complete the sign-up form.https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSduKhOEfyqC4qbuKgs_QKXuQmnylC5iLq2Fkqij7jqPM5K3IA/viewform
- ODA Back to School PD Calendar Fall 2025
The Office of Data and Accountability (ODA) Back to School PD Calendar SY25-26 has been updated to include additional professional learning on LAS Links, MAP Growth, and MAP Fluency. See also the ODA Assessment Google Calendar for important dates and trainings. Questions? Contact oda-assessments@bostonpublicschools.org.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1O1NDhUmqI5jFcwn_p6fewIW-Cen0mRfLCXFDKqAWAKE/edit?tab=t.0
- Math Working Group
Come one, come all! We are looking for other folks who may be interested in learning from and collaborating with like-minded folks who are interested in exploring resources for/building out our Math MTSS! Please complete the attached form to indicate your interest in participating in the group and your potential availability.
- SLIFE Learning Sites: Observe SLIFE in inclusion on November 17th or Observe SLIFE Math on November 18th from 9-2pm.
Implementing Stations in a SLIFE Setting Learning Site: Join us at Brighton High School to see how stations can support SLIFE students’ diverse academic and social-emotional needs while building foundational skills and readiness for grade-level content. Participants will observe one live classroom session: SLIFE ESL Inclusion on November 17, 2025, or SLIFE Math on November 18, 2025. Participants will have the opportunity for continued learning through three follow-up virtual Zoom sessions, where they can test the implementation of a change idea from the observation in their own practice while reflecting on the process in a cross-collaborative space with peers and coaching support. Those who attend all sessions and complete an artifact are eligible for PD hours and 1 ALC credit.
Flyer: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1ox-cb03M27RtprNUkAVFLoK_LtFAg9uP0-z1mXVNGyM/edit?slide=id.g389f7ecc1a7_0_68#slide=id.g389f7ecc1a7_0_68RSVP: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1M2XVquiiPSoQoUxj0CJ5pWqPaFAIObwQv4Niu792An8/edit
- Text/Image Circle: November 19, 5:00-7:00PM
Come be in community and recharge your joy in learning and teaching! Join us at the Earl Center for a professional learning experience to explore practices of attention and meaning-making centered in interdisciplinary text-image work. BPS teachers of all grades and disciplines are welcome! Dinner provided, parking available. RSVP by November 12. Register here: https://bit.ly/4qz9t1I
- Addressing Knowledge Gaps in Secondary Math (Connect & Share)
Are you a secondary math or AP STEM teacher puzzling through how to balance your course curriculum requirements with the need to build students’ foundational skills? Join the BPS/BTU Telescope Network for a Connect & Share to collaborate with BPS secondary math colleagues on this topic. We will discuss how to cover grade-level content while catching students up on missing skills. This session will feature presentations on best practices from three secondary and AP math teachers from across BPS.
Flyer: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1iowF5gxU199-BAaKzfqZwm9ik9KXz9z01TQj5Vcyms0/edit?usp=sharing
RSVP: https://forms.gle/7PPNGrbuDysvz6sL7