Join us for a year-long virtual professional development series focused on Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) at the secondary level. Designed for teachers, principals, counselors, interventionists, and all school personnel who work with students in grades 6–12, this monthly series explores how to effectively implement MTSS practices in middle and high school settings. Each session […]
Join us for a year-long virtual professional development series focused on Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) at the elementary level. Designed for teachers, principals, counselors, interventionists, and all school personnel who work with students in grades K-6, this monthly series explores how to effectively implement MTSS practices in elementary school settings. Each session will dive […]
Student success extends beyond academic skills as all children and youth require essential cognitive and behavioral skills to be prosperous at home, school and the community. Join this virtual, nine-part professional learning series focused on developing and integrating the two domains and 11 core skills of executive functioning in K–12 classrooms. Each session will spotlight […]
Learn how to solder, and create fun, accessible tech projects that adapt toys and empower all students!DescriptionAre you looking for projects that your school's STEAM program or club can use to develop and hone basic making skills? Are you curious about additional, real-life applications for the tools and skills your students are learning? Are you […]
Join us for a series of professional learning that centers on the development of teachers of students receiving emotional support. Teachers will begin with two days of training where they will establish beginning of the year rules and routines with a trauma-informed lens. Teachers will also learn how to use the Pennsylvania Career Ready Skills […]
Use podcasting in your classroom to boost student expression, conversation skills, empathy, and civil discourse.DescriptionLooking for new ways to document, share, and celebrate the voices of your students? Spend a day at the SLB Radio Youth Media Center and explore how to include podcasting and other audio projects in your curriculum. Discover how audio can […]
Build your students into word wizards! This Reading Achievement Center workshop series presents teachers in grades 3-12 with research and practical strategies to strengthen students' word knowledge, through both indirect vocabulary exposure and direct vocabulary instruction. Price: $450 per person 2025-26 Meeting Dates: October 21, January 8, February 10 Register for in-person course Register for […]
Elementary school teams will develop, refine, and evaluate tiered reading intervention systems and practices in order to improve outcomes for learners. Content will be provided to enhance the effectiveness of advanced tiers' teaming, assessment processes, data interpretation, and intervention selection and delivery. Products will include data meeting agendas, assessment and intervention protocols, and draft MTSS […]
Students become designers as they re-imagine learning spaces through creativity, empathy, and teamwork.DescriptionIn this hands-on, creative workshop, students will step into the role of designers to reimagine their ideal learning environment. Guided by the principles of empathy, collaboration, and innovation, students will explore what makes a space effective for learning and engagement. Alongside their teachers […]
Join the AIU at our Career Meet & Greet at Steel Valley Family Center on Saturday, Oct. 25, from 9 a.m. to noon, to learn about available positions on the AIU's Family & Community Education team. A variety of positions are available throughout the program, including: Family Development Specialists (Penn Hills, Tarentum, Clairton) Fatherhood Facilitator (Homestead) Case Managers […]
This administrator-focused PL offering was specifically designed to help leaders support shifts in science instruction towards PA STEELSWho: Any and all administrators (district or building) or explicitly defined science leaders (e.g., department head, coach, grade-level lead) are invited to attendWhen: October 28-29, 2025 from 8:00 AM - 3:30 PMWhere: Allegheny Intermediate Unit, 475 E. Waterfront […]
Check & Connect is an intervention used with K-12 students who show warning signs of disengagement with school and who are at risk of dropping out. At the core of Check & Connect is a trusting relationship between the student and a caring, trained mentor who both advocates for and challenges the student to keep […]
