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SUMMARY:Beyond Listening Engaging Students Through Active Participation Techniques
DESCRIPTION:No matter how well you’ve crafted your lessons or how top-notch your adopted curriculum might be\, educators must engage their students so they can access the content presented. Participants will learn strategies directly from Dr. Anita Archer’s book Explicit Instruction and her Active Participation DVD Series\, that support ways to engage all students in the classroom.
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/beyond-listening-engaging-students-through-active-participation-techniques/
CATEGORIES:Training & Consultation (TaC)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241018T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241018T153000
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SUMMARY:Build | Fly | Code
DESCRIPTION:Fly & code! Join our workshop to build drones\, learn flight basics\, and dive into block coding for exciting aerial adventures in this free transformED Educator Workshop.\nIntroduce your students to exciting new opportunities in flight and coding! This hands-on workshop will begin with the assembly of a Parrot Mambo or Hopper drone. Once assembled\, participants will learn basic flight terminology and safety before using their own Bluetooth-enabled smartphone or tablet to fly the drone. The remainder of the day will focus on an introduction to block coding to plan and execute a series of flights. \nSkill Level: Beginner (No previous knowledge expected or needed) \nWhat to Bring | Participants will need to bring a Bluetooth-enabled smartphone or tablet to fly the Parrot Mambo. \nPlease install the free Parrot FreeFlight Mini app prior to attending the workshop. The app is available on the App Store using the links below: \nhttps://apps.apple.com/us/app/freeflight-mini/id1137022728 \nParticipants will also need to bring a Bluetooth-enabled Android\, Chrome OS\, Mac\, or Windows device to code in the Google Chrome browser at https://www.ftwcode.com/. The coding software does not run on iOS devices or on other browsers at this time. \nWho Should Attend | General and special education teachers\, assistive technology specialists\, occupational therapists\, and STEAM-enthused teachers interested in expanding maker and STEAM opportunities. \nLunch will be provided. \n \nRegister on Eventbrite\n  \nLearn more about transformED
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/buildflycode/
LOCATION:Allegheny Intermediate Unit Central Office\, 475 East Waterfront Drive\, Homestead\, PA\, 15120\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Growth,transformED (STEAM)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T083000
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SUMMARY:Get Your Hands-On FUN and Meaningful Assessment (Elementary)
DESCRIPTION:  \nFree transformED Educator Workshop\nUncover how to capture real-time learning & transform assessments into interactive experiences at our hands-on workshop at Children’s Museum\nNothing engages students like hands-on learning and play\, but what happens when the fun is over and it’s time to finish the project or assess how much students learned? \nThis workshop at Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh starts by exploring the learning that is actually happening as students tinker\, explore\, and create regardless of the actual product created. We then dive into strategies for capturing that learning in real time\, reducing or even eliminating the need for additional assessment. We close by looking at curriculum-based materials and assessments to explore strategies for transforming them into interactive experiences that reveal so much more than just right answers. \n*Note: Complimentary parking information will be provided to registrants prior to the event. \nBackground | Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh has once again been voted as the #2 children’s museum in the nation by USA Today’s “10Best” Readers’ Choice Contest. This is the fifth year for our museum to be honored in the contest for our innovative and inclusive experiences that inspire kindness\, joy\, creativity and curiosity for all learners. \nWho Should Attend | Elementary Educators and Administrators \nLunch will be provided. \n**Special Location | 10 Children’s Way\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15212 \n  \nRegister on Eventbrite\n  \nLearn more about transformED
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/get-your-hands-on-fun-and-meaningful-assessment-elementary/
LOCATION:Children’s Museum\, 10 Children's Way\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15212\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Growth,transformED (STEAM)
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SUMMARY:Writing Meaningful & Compliant IEPs
DESCRIPTION:The IEP process and product can be both educationally useful and legally compliant. Join the AIU TaC for a complete a comprehensive workshop series that is designed to build the internal capacity of special educators when writing compliant and meaningful IEPs. Participants will learn how to better engage in authentic assessment and data-driven decision-making to develop meaningful IEPs that also meet the compliant requirements from PDE and the Bureau of Special Education. Importantly\, the participant will strengthen his or her ability and skill set to write comprehensive\, legally defensible IEPs. \nAs a part of this workshop\, participants will engage in enhancing an IEP for a student on their current caseload. Participants will need the following: \n\nA computer\nA current IEP for a student whose annual meeting date will occur within the next three months\nA printed copy AND electronic version of the selected student’s current current IEP document (MSWord or Google Doc)\n\nWe will not be working on your district’s IEP paperwork platform\n\n\nAn Evaluation Report and/or Re-evaluation Report for the selected student\nPrinted copies and/or ensure digital access to the selected student’s assessment data (PSSA\, Keystones\, PASA)\nEnsure access to district utilized assessment platforms (IXL\, STAR\, TeachTown\, EdInsight) and the selected student’s data\n\n  \nPlease note this workshop includes exercises in writing more meaningful and compliance IEPs. Edits made to an IEP during this workshop are for learning and practice purposes only. \n  \nThe IEP is a legally binding document that is developmental collaboratively with all members of the IEP team. Any revisions must be made through an IEP meeting.
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/writing-meaningful-compliant-ieps/2024-10-17/
CATEGORIES:Training & Consultation (TaC)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T090000
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SUMMARY:Self Monitoring A Tier II Intervention
DESCRIPTION:Self-monitoring is a highly effective Tier 2 strategy for behavior change\, designed to help students self-assess and record their behavior. By monitoring their actions\, students naturally increase their focus to achieve desired outcomes. This virtual training will guide participants through structuring a self-monitoring intervention. Attendees will receive numerous resources and be introduced to I-Connect\, a free technology-based self-monitoring system.
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/self-monitoring-a-tier-ii-intervention/
CATEGORIES:Training & Consultation (TaC)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T160000
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SUMMARY:Effective Teaching Practices in High School Mathematics
DESCRIPTION:Explore how high school mathematics lessons can incorporate “tasks and talk” so that all students experience engaging mathematics\n\n\nLed by Dr. Melissa Boston\, Professor of Mathematics at Duquesne University. Join us at the Allegheny Intermediate Unit to learn about why it is important and how to help students engage in productive math talk to make sense of important mathematical content at the high school level. \nThis 3-day session will focus on the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) “Effective Teaching Practices\,” featured in the book “Taking Action in Grades 9-12 Mathematics.” We will explore how high school mathematics lessons can incorporate “tasks and talk” that: \n\npromote thinking\, reasoning\, and problem solving\,\nincrease student engagement and perseverance\, and\nprompt students to build procedural fluency from a conceptual understanding of essential procedures in high school mathematics.\n\nPrice: $450/person* \nAudience: Secondary mathematics teachers\, coaches\, and interventionist in grades 8-12. \nWhen: November 22\, 2024; December 5\, 2024; and January 10\, 2025 \nWhere: In-person at the Allegheny Intermediate Unit \nAct 48 hours will be awarded pending approval by PDE for those who attend all sessions and complete related assignments. \nDon’t miss out on this opportunity to learn and grow! See you there at East Waterfront Drive\, Homestead\, PA\, USA. \n\n*Thanks to the generosity of the PPG Foundation\, educators working in High-Needs schools can participate in this PD at no cost.   To check if your school district qualifies\, view this list.
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/effective-teaching-practices-in-high-school-mathematics/
LOCATION:Allegheny Intermediate Unit\, East Waterfront Drive\, Homestead\, PA\, USA\, 475 East Waterfront Drive\, Homestead\, PA\, 15120\, United States
CATEGORIES:Math & Science Collaborative,Mathematics,Professional Growth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241014T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241014T150000
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SUMMARY:Promoting Instruction with PASA DLM Resources from the Dynamic Learning Maps
DESCRIPTION:This training aims to provide educators who deliver the PASA-DLM and their administrators with a deeper dive into the Dynamic Learning Maps (DLM). The focus is on improving student outcomes through standards aligned instruction for students with significant cognitive disabilities. Participants will have the opportunity to explore multiple resources on the Dynamic Learning Maps website and find new strategies to support IEP development and/or instruction.
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/promoting-instruction-with-pasa-dlm-resources-from-the-dynamic-learning-maps/2024-10-14/
LOCATION:Allegheny Intermediate Unit Central Office\, 475 East Waterfront Drive\, Homestead\, PA\, 15120\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training & Consultation (TaC)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T083000
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SUMMARY:Mathematics Coaches Network 2024-25
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Math Coaches Network where we’ll share strategies and resources for coaches to support mathematics teaching and learning.\n\n\nMath Coaches Network 2024-25 \nCome join us at the Allegheny Intermediate Unit for a professional learning community focused on supporting mathematics coaches. This Network is led by Mr. Samuel Shaneyfelt\, former school district level administrator and Math & Science Collaborative Project Director. \nPrice: free \nAudience: K-12 mathematics coaches and leaders \nWhen: October 11\, 2024\, November 15\, 2024\, January 31\, 2025\, and March 11\, 2024 \nWhere: In-person at the Allegheny Intermediate Unit \nDon’t miss out on this opportunity to learn and grow! See you there at East Waterfront Drive\, Homestead\, PA\, USA.
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/mathematics-coaches-network-2024-25/2024-10-11/
LOCATION:Allegheny Intermediate Unit\, East Waterfront Drive\, Homestead\, PA\, USA\, 475 East Waterfront Drive\, Homestead\, PA\, 15120\, United States
CATEGORIES:Math & Science Collaborative,Mathematics,Professional Growth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T153000
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SUMMARY:LETRS Training @ AIU 2024-2025 AIU Cohorts
DESCRIPTION:*Completion of Volume 1 and 2 course meets PA Structured Literacy Chapter 49 requirements. \nDeveloped by renowned literacy experts Dr. Louisa Moats and Dr. Carol Tolman\, LETRS® is a flexible literacy professional development solution for preK–12 educators. LETRS earned the International Dyslexia Association’s Accreditation and provides teachers with the skills they need to master the fundamentals of reading instruction—phonological awareness\, phonics\, fluency\, vocabulary\, comprehension\, writing\, and language. \nLETRS empowers teachers to understand the what\, why\, and how of scientifically based reading instruction \nTime & location for all sessions: \n9am-3:30pm \nAllegheny Intermediate Unit; 475 East Waterfront Drive\, Homestead\, PA 15120 \nDates: \nOctober 10\, 2024 – Unit 1 The Challenge of Learning to Read (Sullivan) \nNovember 21\, 2024 – Unit 2 The Speech Sounds of English (Sullivan) \nJanuary 16\, 2025- Unit 3 Teaching Beginning Phonics\, Word Recognition\, and Spelling (McGuffey) March 20\, 2025 – Unit 4 Advanced Decoding\, Spelling\, and Word Recognition (Sullivan) \nTime Commitment: \nIndependent Reading: 33 hours \nOnline LETRS Platform: 15 hours \nSynchronous and In-Person PD: 22 hours \nTotal of 70 Act 48 Hours Available \nRegistration: \n1. Register on Frontline \n2. Complete Google Form to select payment option: https://forms.gle/B3SRX4HLPHQ6UZnp9 \nRegistration Deadline: October 3\, 2024 \nMaterials Cost: $400 per participant includes Volume 1 manual and one year of online access; invoicing will be processed at first session.
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/letrs-training-aiu-2024-2025-aiu-cohorts/2024-10-10/
CATEGORIES:Training & Consultation (TaC)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T153000
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SUMMARY:School Leadership in Mathematics Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Designed to enhance the ability of school leaders to support high-quality mathematics teaching and learning and professional development.\n\n\nThe School Leadership in Mathematics Workshop is designed to enhance the ability of principals\, curriculum directors\, instructional coaches\, department chairs\, other school leaders to support high-quality mathematics teaching and learning and mathematics professional development efforts in their schools. \nSpecifically\, the purposes of the School Leadership Workshop are: \n• To build capacity of instructional leaders to support standards-based mathematics teaching and learning and mathematics professional development efforts in their schools. \n• To provide a focus for classroom observations and conversations between teachers and instructional leaders based on aspects of mathematics teaching and learning known to support students’ understanding of mathematics and mathematical achievement. \n• To enable school leaders to communicate the purpose\, intent\, focus\, and importance of standards-based mathematics teaching and learning and mathematics professional development efforts to other instructional leaders\, parents\, and members of the school community. \n• To review or obtain research-based knowledge of effective mathematics pedagogy that school leaders can share in discussions with teachers\, other leaders\, and parents. \n  \nThe workshop consists of four sessions to be attended by principals and other school leaders\, accompanied by a mathematics lead teacher\, coach\, or department chair from their school: \nSession 1: Supporting Effective Mathematical Tasks and Curriculum \nOctober 10\, 2024 @ AIU3\, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM \nSession 2: Effective Classroom Observations: Focus on Task Implementation \nNovember 11\, 2024 @ AIU3\, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM \nSession 3-Part 1: Effective Classroom Observations: Focus on Classroom Talk and Student Engagement \nJanuary 23\, 2025 Virtual Synchronous\, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM \nSession 3-Part 2: Effective Classroom Observations: Focus on Classroom Talk and Student Engagement \nMarch 18\, 2025 Virtual Synchronous\, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM \nFor more information about each session\, visit here. \nPrice: $600. Includes: \n\nOne teacher or classroom/instructional coach may attend for free with a paid/registered administrator from their district.\nCoffee and lunch will be provided for sessions 1 & 2.\nBook- “Making Sense of Mathematics For Teaching to Inform Instructional Quality\n\nAct 45 hours will be awarded pending approval by PDE for those who attend all sessions and complete related assignments. \nFor additional information\, contact: Melissa Boston\, bostonm@duq.edu \nDon’t miss out on this opportunity to learn and grow! See you there at East Waterfront Drive\, Homestead\, PA\, USA.
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/school-leadership-in-mathematics-workshop/
LOCATION:Allegheny Intermediate Unit\, East Waterfront Drive\, Homestead\, PA\, USA\, 475 East Waterfront Drive\, Homestead\, PA\, 15120\, United States
CATEGORIES:Math & Science Collaborative,Mathematics,Professional Growth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T153000
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SUMMARY:From Page to Play: A Beginner's Guide to Hands-On Literacy and Tech (K-5)
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to confidently implement innovative activities that will instantly enrich and blend with your current literature-based lessons in this free transformED Educator Workshop.\nEducators will walk away from this day with hands-on activities that they can use immediately in their elementary classroom. Participants will explore six literature-based activities and will learn how to seamlessly blend innovative approaches with their existing lesson plans. \nThis is a great opportunity for those who are curious about different ways to engage their students in literature to expand their repertoire with confidence; you will receive step-by-step guidance for the new strategies you’ll be adding to your toolbox. \n  \nBackground | The mission of the Matt’s Maker Space PD Division is to provide FREE professional development to all of Matt’s Maker Space educators and others in our communities who are interested in STEAM\, design thinking and maker learning. The goal is to help establish foundational skills to new makers as well as offer refresh training opportunities to all adults who utilize maker spaces. \nWhat to Bring | iPad if you have access to one \nWho Should Attend | Teachers/Administrators\, grades K – 5 \nLunch will be provided. \n \nRegister on Eventbrite\n  \nLearn more about transformED
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/from-page-to-play-a-beginners-guide-to-hands-on-literacy-and-tech-k-5/
CATEGORIES:Professional Growth,transformED (STEAM)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241008T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241008T150000
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SUMMARY:Thinking Through the Pencil - ELA Grades 4-8
DESCRIPTION:This is the first day of a hybrid\, multi-day series. The in-person format requires participants to attend all four sessions to receive credit. \nThinking Through the Pencil is designed to build students’ critical thinking skills through writing. Participants engage in instructional practices based on current research. \nPrice: $600 per person \nThis series is offered in two formats: in-person and online asynchronous. \nThe in-person sessions will be held at the AIU Central Office on the following dates: Oct. 8\, Nov. 19\, Jan 16\, and Feb 13 \n\nRegister to attend in-person\nRegister to attend online\n\nLearn more about the Reading Achievement Center
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/thinking-through-the-pencil-ela-grades-4-8/
CATEGORIES:Curriculum & Instruction,Professional Growth,Reading Achievement Center
LOCATION:https://www.aiu3.net/event/thinking-through-the-pencil-ela-grades-4-8/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241008T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180611
CREATED:20240925T181711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T222301Z
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SUMMARY:Learning to Vet Science Instructional Materials with NextGen TIME
DESCRIPTION:Learn to evaluate science teaching materials claiming to be STEELS or NGSS-aligned using NextGen Tools for Instructional Materials Evaluatio\n\n\nLearning to vet science instructional materials with NextGen Toolkit for Instructional Materials Evaluation (TIME): \nLearn how to effectively evaluate and select science instructional materials for your classroom. \nWho: Science Leadership Teams from school districts in and around Allegheny Intermediate Unit. It is strongly recommended that you and your team have previously engaged in the “Planning Strategically for Science Professional Learning” professional learning offering in June 2023\, April\, 2024 or September\, 2024. (If this is not the case\, please reach out to corinne.murawski@aiu3.net or kristen.rice@aiu3.net to discuss other appropriate preporatory professional learning for you and your team.) \nWhen:  October 8 & 9\, 2024 from 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM \nWhere: Allegheny Intermediate Unit; 475 E. Waterfront Dr.; Homestead\, PA 15120 \nPrice: Free to science leadership teams from school districts who attended the Planning Strategically for Science Professional Learning in June 2023\, April 2024\, or September\, 2024. \nWhat:  During this two-day professional learning offering\, you and your district science leadership team will learn how to use three of the five tools in the NextGen Toolkit for Instructional Materials Evaluation (TIME) suite. More specifically\, we will engage with the Prepare\, Prescreen\, and Paperscreen tools using an examplar unit. \nExpect that by the conclusion of the two-day professional learning offering\, you and your district colleagues will be equipped to use the NextGen TIME pre- and paperscreening tools to review and vet science instructional materials for their quality and alignment with PA STEELS to better decide which materials you will move forward into a pilot phase. \nDon’t miss out on this opportunity to improve your science curriculum!
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/learning-to-vet-science-instructional-materials-with-nextgen-time/
LOCATION:Allegheny Intermediate Unit\, East Waterfront Drive\, Homestead\, PA\, USA\, 475 East Waterfront Drive\, Homestead\, PA\, 15120\, United States
CATEGORIES:Math & Science Collaborative,Professional Growth,Science
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SUMMARY:Extra Math Block: Strategies to Support Students Where They Are
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn strategies to help students succeed in mathematics at their own pace and level.\n\n\nExtra Math Block: Strategies to Support Students Where They Are \nCome join us at the Allegheny Intermediate Unit for an exciting event focused strategies and routines that can be integrated into a block of instructional time and help all students grow their mathematical agency and identity. \nAre you struggling to meet students where they are in the mathematics classroom? Do you have an extra block of time dedicated to teaching and learning mathematics? Come learn about a center-based model for providing options to students during the math block that creates an inviting environment for students while also addressing their learning needs. An extra block of math doesn’t need to be a time students dread but rather an interactive and engaging opportunity to increase student agency. A structure for the math block will be introduced including an opening routine followed by centers at varying levels of challenge. A tool will also be shared to determine which standards may be an appropriate focus during the math block. \n  \nPrice: $450 \nAudience: K-12 mathematics teachers and leaders (including interventionists) \nWhen: October 8\, October 17\, and October 24\, 2024 \nWhere: In-person at the Allegheny Intermediate Unit \nAct 48 hours will be awarded pending approval by PDE for those who attend all sessions and complete related assignments. \nDon’t miss out on this opportunity to learn and grow! See you there at East Waterfront Drive\, Homestead\, PA\, USA.
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/extra-math-block-strategies-to-support-students-where-they-are/
LOCATION:Allegheny Intermediate Unit\, East Waterfront Drive\, Homestead\, PA\, USA\, 475 East Waterfront Drive\, Homestead\, PA\, 15120\, United States
CATEGORIES:Math & Science Collaborative,Mathematics,Professional Growth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241007T083000
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SUMMARY:Peer-Mediated Interventions
DESCRIPTION:Implementing behavior supports for students requires matching interventions to the function of a student’s behavior. In many cases\, students are motivated by connection to their peers more than connection to adults. Join us for a session that focuses on how peers can be involved in interventions that lead to positive behavioral outcomes. This session is perfect for those who have behavior interventions at the tier 2 and 3 level in place but want to consider adding a peer component to those interventions.
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/peer-mediated-interventions/
LOCATION:Allegheny Intermediate Unit Central Office\, 475 East Waterfront Drive\, Homestead\, PA\, 15120\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training & Consultation (TaC)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241007T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241007T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180611
CREATED:20240815T124534Z
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UID:10000125-1728289800-1728313200@www.aiu3.net
SUMMARY:Direct Instruction Mathematics
DESCRIPTION:This training program helps teachers improve their math teaching skills using Direct Instruction (DI). Participants will learn the key ideas and strategies from the “Direct Instruction Mathematics” book. They will get practical experience and knowledge to effectively use DI in their classrooms. The course covers lesson planning\, teaching methods\, assessment techniques\, and ways to support different student needs.The content in this series can be used for any learner\, including those with higher support needs in autistic and life skills support settings to those students learning advanced mathematical concepts.
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/direct-instruction-mathematics/2024-10-07/
CATEGORIES:Training & Consultation (TaC)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241007T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241007T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180611
CREATED:20241001T135629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T135629Z
UID:10000288-1728288000-1728316800@www.aiu3.net
SUMMARY:Safety and Security Coordinator Training
DESCRIPTION:AIU Central Office \nSafety and Security
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/safety-and-security-coordinator-training/
CATEGORIES:Safety & Security
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241004T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241004T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180611
CREATED:20240806T185120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T213850Z
UID:10000070-1728032400-1728045000@www.aiu3.net
SUMMARY:Act 45 Course: Science of Reading for Administrators
DESCRIPTION:This is the first day of an online-only\, multi-day series. The in-person format requires participants to attend all four sessions to receive credit. \nThis course is designed to provide administrators with in-depth knowledge and skills to support teachers with effective\, evidence-based instruction aligned to principles of Science of Reading using a structured literacy approach. Participants will learn the big ideas of reading instruction\, how to use tools in classroom observations to discover strengths and gaps in instruction at the classroom and school/district levels\, implement structures that support student growth and achievement\, and problem solve steps to enhance teaching and learning. The 6-session course will provide administrators with a total of 41 Act 45 hours (21 in-class hours\, 20 hours of outside assignments). Online synchronous only. \nPrice: $300 per person \nThis series is offered only in an online format. \nThe in-person sessions will be held at the AIU Central Office on the following dates: Oct 4\, Nov 1\, Dec. 13\, Jan 10\, Feb 14\, and Mar 14 \n\nRegister to attend online\n\nLearn more about the Reading Achievement Center
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/act-45-course-science-of-reading-for-administrators/
CATEGORIES:Curriculum & Instruction,Professional Growth,Reading Achievement Center
LOCATION:https://www.aiu3.net/event/act-45-course-science-of-reading-for-administrators/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241003T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241003T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180611
CREATED:20240814T192153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T192153Z
UID:10000124-1727944200-1727969400@www.aiu3.net
SUMMARY:The Reevaluation Process More Than Just Compliance; Best Practices for Meaningful RRs
DESCRIPTION:This training aims to equip school staff with the skills to conduct Reevaluation Reports (RRs) in compliance with state regulations and best practices. Key topics include compliance vs. purpose\, essential dates and timelines\, assessment utilization and interpretation\, determining the need for additional data\, making meaningful recommendations to the IEP team\, and specific requirements for students with learning disabilities.
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/the-reevaluation-process-more-than-just-compliance-best-practices-for-meaningful-rrs/
CATEGORIES:Training & Consultation (TaC)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241003T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241003T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180611
CREATED:20240814T191410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T191410Z
UID:10000118-1727944200-1727967600@www.aiu3.net
SUMMARY:Structured Literacy Training for Autistic & Life Skills Support Educators
DESCRIPTION:Sessions will lead participants through an exploration of: \n\nhow reading skills develop\nthe component skills of reading including phonemic awareness\, phonics\, and fluency\nthe skills of vocabulary\, inference-making\, and content knowledge\neffective instructional practices and evidence-based intervention approaches\n\nEducators will leave prepared to administer and interpret assessments and implement effective classroom instruction including how to accommodate and modify content for students with complex communication needs. \nThis training series meets PA Act 49 Structured Literacy requirements. \n\nEvidence-based intervention practices on structured literacy\nExplicit and systematic instruction in phonological and phonemic awareness\nA) Alphabetic principle\, decoding and encoding; B) Fluency and vocabulary\nReading comprehension and building content knowledge
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/structured-literacy-training-for-autistic-life-skills-support-educators/2024-10-03/
CATEGORIES:Training & Consultation (TaC)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180611
CREATED:20241001T135441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T135441Z
UID:10000287-1727859600-1727884800@www.aiu3.net
SUMMARY:ICS 200: ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents
DESCRIPTION:AIU Central Office \nSafety and Security
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/ics-200-ics-for-single-resources-and-initial-action-incidents/
CATEGORIES:Safety & Security
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180611
CREATED:20240802T174721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T222934Z
UID:10000046-1727859600-1727859600@www.aiu3.net
SUMMARY:Keys to Comprehension - ELA Grades 3-8
DESCRIPTION:This is the first day of a hybrid\, multi-day series. The in-person format requires participants to attend all four sessions to receive credit. \nThis series focuses on the literacy domain of reading comprehension. Participants learn instructional techniques to unlock reading comprehension\, applicable to both literature and informational text. \nPrice: $600 per person \nSeries offered in two formats: in-person and online asynchronous \nThe in-person sessions will be held at the AIU Central Office on the following dates: Oct 2\, Nov 13\, Jan 9\, and Feb 11 \n\nRegister to attend in-person\nRegister to attend online\n\nLearn more about the Reading Achievement Center
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/keys-to-comprehension-ela-grades-3-8/
CATEGORIES:Curriculum & Instruction,Professional Growth,Reading Achievement Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180611
CREATED:20240903T225321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T024304Z
UID:10000204-1727857800-1727883000@www.aiu3.net
SUMMARY:AI for Absolute Beginners
DESCRIPTION:Free transformED Educator Workshop\nDiscover AI basics in this supportive\, judgment-free\, education-focused workshop.\nDo you hear about AI everywhere\, but you’re not quite sure what it actually is? You will leave this workshop with a basic understanding of what AI is and will have opportunities\, through guided exploration\, to try some well-known tools. The implications of AI on teaching and learning will also be discussed in this judgment-free workshop. \nWhat to Bring | Please bring a laptop or tablet\, if possible. \nWho Should Attend | Teachers and Administrators who are brand-new to AI. \nLunch will be provided. \n  \n \nRegister on Eventbrite\n  \nLearn more about transformED
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/ai-for-absolute-beginners/
CATEGORIES:Professional Growth,transformED (STEAM)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180611
CREATED:20240814T190854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T190854Z
UID:10000115-1727857800-1727881200@www.aiu3.net
SUMMARY:Using the VB-MAPP Assessment & Instructional Programming to Build Language
DESCRIPTION:The Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment and Placement Program (VB-MAPP) is one option to consider for assessment and program guidance when supporting elementary age students with autism and other individuals who demonstrate language delays. The VB-MAPP is a criterion-referenced assessment\, curriculum guide and skills tracking system. It combines principles of ABA and Skinner’s analysis of verbal behavior to provide a behaviorally based language assessment program for all children with language delays. \nParticipants will learn how to administer the assessment\, interpret results\, and design instructional programming. \nFollow up support in the district is available to teams to ensure effective practices are in place and address individual student programming needs.
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/using-the-vb-mapp-assessment-instructional-programming-to-build-language/2024-10-02/
CATEGORIES:Training & Consultation (TaC)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180611
CREATED:20240924T145028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T145028Z
UID:10000268-1727773200-1727798400@www.aiu3.net
SUMMARY:ICS-100: Introduction to ICS
DESCRIPTION:AIU Central Office – IMS Room \nSafety and Security
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/ics-100-introduction-to-ics/
LOCATION:Allegheny Intermediate Unit Central Office\, 475 East Waterfront Drive\, Homestead\, PA\, 15120\, United States
CATEGORIES:Safety & Security
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180611
CREATED:20240925T181710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T203331Z
UID:10000273-1727771400-1727796600@www.aiu3.net
SUMMARY:Building Thinking Classrooms: Part 1
DESCRIPTION:If your students lack confidence and/or motivation to engage in mathematics\, come learn how to Build a Thinking Classroom for K-12.\n\n\nBuilding Thinking Classrooms: Part 1 \nDo your students lack confidence and/or motivation to do mathematics? \nAre your students content to wait for the right answer from the teacher? \nDo your students lack perseverance when the answer is not immediately obvious? \nIf so\, come engage in a professional learning community to learn more about a thinking classroom and collaborate with peers to share ideas and implementation strategies. A thinking student is an engaged student! \nBuilt on 14 key practices teased out over 15 years of research\, it’s a way of teaching that gets students up on their feet\, collaborating and thinking through challenging problems on a daily basis. \nA thinking classroom looks very different from a typical classroom. Students are working in groups rather than individually\, they are standing rather than sitting\, and the furniture is arranged so as to defront the room. Closer inspection will reveal that the teacher is giving instructions verbally\, is answering fewer questions\, and has drastically altered the way they give “homework.” \nPart 1 focuses on the following practices: \nWhat Types of Tasks We Use \nHow We Form Collaborative Groups \nWhere Students Work \nHow We Arrange Furniture \nHow We Answer Questions \nWhen\, Where\, and How Tasks are Given \nWhat Homework Looks Like \nHow We Foster Student Autonomy \nHow We Use Hints and Extensions \nHow We Consolidate a Lesson \nHow Students Take Notes \nAll participants receive the book\, Building Thinking Classroom In Mathematics\, 14 Teaching Practices for Enhanced Learning. \nAudience: K-12 educators and leaders \nWhen: October 1\, October 29\, and December 3\, 2024 \nPrice: $450/participant*; Administrators may attend with the teacher(s) from their district/building at no additional cost \n*The cost includes a copy of the book\, Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics by Peter Liljedahl \nLocation: Allegheny Intermediate Unit\, 475 E. Waterfront Drive\, Homestead\, PA 15120 \nAct 48 hours will be awarded pending approval by PDE for those who attend all sessions and complete related assignments. \n**Part 2 of BTC will be offered in Spring 2025. Stay tuned for more details. \nDon’t miss out on this opportunity to learn and grow! See you there at East Waterfront Drive\, Homestead\, PA\, USA.
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/building-thinking-classrooms-part-1/
LOCATION:Allegheny Intermediate Unit\, East Waterfront Drive\, Homestead\, PA\, USA\, 475 East Waterfront Drive\, Homestead\, PA\, 15120\, United States
CATEGORIES:Math & Science Collaborative,Mathematics,Professional Growth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180611
CREATED:20240903T224921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T024305Z
UID:10000203-1727771400-1727796600@www.aiu3.net
SUMMARY:Creating Engaging (& Enjoyable!) Lessons in the Elementary Classroom
DESCRIPTION:Design meaningful experiences using engaging strategies that boost problem-solving & critical thinking skills within the content you teach in this free transformED Educator Workshop.\nDo your students love to create? \nThis hands-on workshop will focus on how to design meaningful experiences for your students that incorporate concepts from all content areas including math\, ELA\, science\, social studies\, arts & engineering. You will learn how to utilize design thinking processes as you engage in exciting activities that are easy to replicate and adapt. Discover how these processes can immerse students in the content you teach while also developing problem-solving and critical thinking skills. \nJoin us to explore resources that best support student learning and engagement\, and leave this workshop with plans to create meaningful lessons and units for your students. \nBackground | The mission of Fluxspace is to help educators\, schools\, and organizations experience the future of learning environments and understand the innovative programs\, products\, experiences\, and mindsets that should take place in them. \nWhat to Bring | A laptop or tablet\, if possible \nWho Should Attend | K-5 Teachers \nLunch will be provided. \n \nRegister on Eventbrite\n  \nLearn more about transformED\n\n 
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/creating-engaging-enjoyable-lessons-in-the-elementary-classroom/
CATEGORIES:Professional Growth,transformED (STEAM)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240930T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240930T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180611
CREATED:20240814T185954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T185954Z
UID:10000098-1727701200-1727704800@www.aiu3.net
SUMMARY:MTSS Networking for Administrators & Core Teams
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for monthly virtual networking opportunities designed to create a robust Professional Learning Community (PLC) around the topic of MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports). \nMeetings in the 2024-2025 school year will be offered in two strands: \n\nThe morning session for Administrators leading efforts to scale implementation of MTSS at their district or building\nthe afternoon session intended for MTSS Core Team members working at the school level Administrators are free to join either or both sessions.\n\nThe focus for Networking is on fostering collaboration\, sharing best practices\, and providing mutual support to enhance the implementation and management of MTSS frameworks\, ensuring comprehensive academic support for all students.
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/mtss-networking-for-administrators-core-teams/2024-09-30/2/
CATEGORIES:Training & Consultation (TaC)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240930T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240930T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180611
CREATED:20240814T185954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T185954Z
UID:10000097-1727690400-1727694000@www.aiu3.net
SUMMARY:MTSS Networking for Administrators & Core Teams
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for monthly virtual networking opportunities designed to create a robust Professional Learning Community (PLC) around the topic of MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports). \nMeetings in the 2024-2025 school year will be offered in two strands: \n\nThe morning session for Administrators leading efforts to scale implementation of MTSS at their district or building\nthe afternoon session intended for MTSS Core Team members working at the school level Administrators are free to join either or both sessions.\n\nThe focus for Networking is on fostering collaboration\, sharing best practices\, and providing mutual support to enhance the implementation and management of MTSS frameworks\, ensuring comprehensive academic support for all students.
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/mtss-networking-for-administrators-core-teams/2024-09-30/1/
CATEGORIES:Training & Consultation (TaC)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240930T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240930T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180611
CREATED:20240903T190519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T024709Z
UID:10000202-1727686800-1727690400@www.aiu3.net
SUMMARY:Assistive Tech for Transition-Age Students: An Overview (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Explore how utilizing Assistive Technology in schools supports students’ transition to education\, work\, and independent living in this free transformED Educator Workshop.\nThis virtual session highlights the importance of considering Assistive Technology (AT)  in the transition process as students prepare for life after school. AT has benefits for students transitioning to post-secondary education\, the workforce\, and/or independent living with recreational pursuits. We can begin introducing students to AT in our schools so students are comfortable using such technology upon graduation. \nIn this session\, we will review some common devices that are used in the three areas mentioned above: post-secondary education\, the workforce and independent living. We will also discuss important considerations when introducing some of these devices. \nFor individuals wanting to learn more or to try out some of the devices firsthand\, consider registering for the in-person workshop on this topic taking place at the Allegheny Intermediate Unit on October 17. \n*Note: A Zoom link will be sent to registrants prior to the event. \nBackground | Inglis is a non-profit serving individuals with disabilities and older adults in the Greater Pittsburgh region. Inglis Assistive Tech Solutions (IATS) provides goals-based assistive technology services to help increase independence\, improve quality of life\, and support independent living. \nWho Should Attend | Transition Coordinators\, Directors of Special Education\, Life Skills Instructors \n \n \nRegister on Eventbrite\n  \nLearn more about transformED
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/assistive-tech-for-transition-age-students-an-overview-virtual/
LOCATION:Allegheny Intermediate Unit Central Office\, 475 East Waterfront Drive\, Homestead\, PA\, 15120\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Growth,transformED (STEAM)
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