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SUMMARY:Shared Waters Curriculum Training- Grades 3-6
DESCRIPTION:Spend a day engaged in a 10 lesson curriculum designed for the PA STEELS standards\, specifically the Environmental Lit. and Sustainability.\n\n\nShared Waters began as a NOAA B-WET grant as an upstream-downstream partnership with the goal of systemically implementing Meaningful Watershed Educational Experiences (MWEE) in elementary schools. These experiences aim to teach students about local watershed issues and how their actions impact the overall health of the watershed. \nThe project culminated in a comprehensive curriculum that was classroom-tested with nearly 1\,000 elementary students. Shared Waters is spreading as it is enthusiastically embraced by teachers and administrators as a supported\, class-ready curriculum that is engaging and impactful. \nShared Waters offers a comprehensive curriculum specifically designed for elementary students in grades 3-6\, aligned with NGSS and multiple state standards\, with an emphasis on environmental literacy and sustainability. This curriculum includes 10 lessons\, culminating in an action project\, and covers topics such as understanding the water cycle and the concept of watersheds\, conducting chemical analyses of natural water bodies\, identifying aquatic macroinvertebrates as indicators of water quality\, exploring the effects of human activities on watersheds\, and developing and implementing action plans to address environmental issues. We plan to expand our offerings with middle and high school curricula in the near future to further support environmental education across all grade levels. \nThe program’s goals are to enhance understanding of watershed science and the impact of human activities on water quality\, foster a sense of responsibility and connection to local watersheds through community-based projects\, and encourage students to develop and implement action plans to improve watershed health. \nParticipants will leave with a kit of materials designed to help them implement this curriculum. Due to the cost of the materials\, kit distribution will be limited to one kit per school.
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/shared-waters-curriculum-training-grades-3-6/
LOCATION:Allegheny Intermediate Unit\, East Waterfront Drive\, Homestead\, PA\, USA\, 475 East Waterfront Drive\, Homestead\, PA\, 15120\, United States
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SUMMARY:Administrator-Focused Science Professional Learning
DESCRIPTION:This administrator-focused PL offering was specifically designed to help leaders support shifts in science instruction towards PA STEELS\n\n\nWho: Any and all administrators (district or building) or explicitly defined science leaders (e.g.\, department head\, coach\, grade-level lead) are invited to attend \nWhen: October 28-29\, 2025 from 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM \nWhere: Allegheny Intermediate Unit\, 475 E. Waterfront Drive\, Homestead\, PA 15120 \nPrice: $350 \nWhat: The Principals Learn and Network to Support 3-Dimensional Science Learning (PLANS) is an interactive experience emphasizing Instructional leadership and active support for K-12 science and STEM teachers at both the building and district level. This pathway is specifically created for instructional leaders interested in knowing more about and figuring out constructive strategies for supporting teachers and students as they make shifts in their teaching and learning towards phenomenon-based\, three-dimensional science. \nPLANS participants are immersed in actively learning in ways that NGSS \, PA STEELS standards\, and education research calls for students to learn science in the classroom. Administrators experience firsthand what it feels\, looks\, and sounds like when K-12 students are figuring out why phenomena happen as well as representing their thinking through modeling and productive classroom talk. Administrators use some of the important tools for making thinking public that teachers and students use in NGSS-designed units. Then\, administrators have opportunities to reflect together on what it means for students and teachers to work together as a community —- and how they can support this work themselves. \nThroughout the experience\, participants consider the ways in which their school can begin (or continue) to make these shifts. They see examples of students engaged in NGSS-designed learning in classrooms\, as well as administrators supporting teachers as they begin to implement the changes called for by NGSS. They explore concrete tools they can use to support teachers (for example\, in planning meetings\, observations\, and debriefs)\, and they begin to plan how they might use these tools themselves. \nThe shifts motivated by the National Research Council’s Framework for K-12 Science Education (NAS\, 2012)\, the NGSS and PA STEELS standards are substantial. Yet we know that these shifts are possible for teachers to make. We also know that the shifts are productive for student learning\, and they must be supported through pedagogy and classroom culture. Instructional leadership and active support at the building and district level is an important part of a successful outcome for teachers of science and for their students! \nTech: Please bring a laptop and/or tablet to access online resources.
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/administrator-focused-science-professional-learning-3/
LOCATION:Allegheny Intermediate Unit\, East Waterfront Drive\, Homestead\, PA\, USA\, 475 East Waterfront Drive\, Homestead\, PA\, 15120\, United States
CATEGORIES:Math & Science Collaborative,Science
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SUMMARY:Elementary Science Institute (Course 1/Introductory)\, Fall 2025
DESCRIPTION:Content foci include life science\, physical science\, and Earth & space science.\n\n\nWho: Open to all grades K\, 1\, 2\, 3\, 4 or 5 science teachers and STEM teachers as well as special educators supporting science \nWhen: October 14\, November 6\, and November 17\, 2025 from 8:30 – 3:30 \nWhere: In-person at the Allegheny Intermediate Unit \nPrice: Free to Allegheny Intermediate Unit (AIU)districts; Non-AIU districts: $450 (School district will be invoiced.) \nAdministrators are strongly encouraged to attend with the teacher(s) from their district/building \nAttendees will develop a shared understanding of phenomenon-based and problem-driven science teaching and learning that effectively incorporates all three dimensions of the science standards (disciplinary core ideas\, science and engineering practices\, & crosscutting concepts) and provides equitable\, inclusive instruction. \nParticipants will engage\, as learners and as teachers\, with the pedagogical practices that foster reasoning and sense-making in the science classroom and support equity and access for all students. They will also gain access to tools and resources for science teaching and learning at their grade band as they become familiar with what instruction in life\, physical\, and Earth/space science looks and feels like when implementing the science standards from PA STEELS. \nOver the course of the three days\, participants will explore the progression of the science standards from the PA Science\, Technology & Engineering\, Environmental Literacy & Sustainability (STEELS) standards within their grade band. \nAct 48 hours will be awarded pending approval by PDE for those who attend all sessions and complete all related assignments. \n\nIf you previously attended the K-2 STEM Institute or the Grades 3-5 Science Institute during SY 2022-23 or 2023-24\, this institute will be repetitive for you. Instead\, register for the Course 2; K-12 Science Institute offered this fall.\n\nQuestions? Contact Dr. Corinne Murawski\, corinne.murawski@aiu3.net\, 412-394-4629
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/elementary-science-institute-course-1-introductory-fall-2025/
LOCATION:Allegheny Intermediate Unit\, East Waterfront Drive\, Homestead\, PA\, USA\, 475 East Waterfront Drive\, Homestead\, PA\, 15120\, United States
CATEGORIES:Math & Science Collaborative,Science
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SUMMARY:Secondary Science Institute (Course 1/Introductory)\, Fall 2025
DESCRIPTION:Content foci are primarily life science and physical science\, with some Earth & space science.\n\n\nWho: Open to all grades 6-12 science teachers (e.g.\, life science\, physical science\, Earth & space science\, biology\, chemistry\, physics\, etc. in middle school or high school) \nWhen: October 14\, November 6\, and November 17\, 2025 \nWhere: In-person at the Allegheny Intermediate Unit \nPrice: Free to Allegheny Intermediate Unit (AIU)districts; Non-AIU districts: $450 (School district will be invoiced.) \nAdministrators are strongly encouraged to attend with the teacher(s) from their district/building \nAttendees will develop a shared understanding of phenomenon-based and problem-driven science teaching and learning that effectively incorporates all three dimensions of the science standards (disciplinary core ideas\, science and engineering practices\, & crosscutting concepts) and provides equitable\, inclusive instruction. \nParticipants will engage\, as learners and as teachers\, with the pedagogical practices that foster reasoning and sense-making in the science classroom and support equity and access for all students. They will also gain access to tools and resources for the teaching and learning of science at their grade band as they become familiar with what instruction in science looks and feels like when implementing the science standards from PA STEELS. \nOver the course of the three days\, participants will explore the science standards from the PA Science\, Technology & Engineering\, Environmental Literacy & Sustainability (STEELS) standards within the middle school and high school grade bands. \nAct 48 hours will be awarded pending approval by PDE for those who attend all sessions and complete all related assignments. \n\nIf you previously attended the Physical Science Institute or the Life Science Institute during SY 2022-23 or 2023-24\, this institute will be repetitive for you. Instead\, register for the Course 2; K-12 Science Institute offered this fall.\n\nQuestions? Contact Dr. Corinne Murawski\, corinne.murawski@aiu3.net\, 412-394-4629
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/secondary-science-institute-course-1-introductory-fall-2025/
LOCATION:Allegheny Intermediate Unit\, East Waterfront Drive\, Homestead\, PA\, USA\, 475 East Waterfront Drive\, Homestead\, PA\, 15120\, United States
CATEGORIES:Math & Science Collaborative,Science
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SUMMARY:Environmental Literacy & Sustainability Symposium; Beyond the Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a dynamic one-day symposium centered on Environmental Literacy and Sustainability (PA STEELS) in K–12 Education.\n\n\nJoin us for a dynamic one-day symposium centered on Environmental Literacy and Sustainability (PA STEELS) in K–12 Education\, designed to empower educators with the tools\, strategies\, and inspiration to integrate environmental awareness into their teaching. This event brings together educators\, environmental experts\, and community leaders to explore innovative approaches to sustainability education across all grade levels. \nThe symposium will feature presentations from leading voices in environmental education\, a variety of sessions tailored to both elementary and secondary educators\, and collaborative sessions that highlight real-world\, place-based learning opportunities. Participants will gain access to resources\, strategies for fostering student agency in environmental stewardship\, and practical ideas for creating more sustainable school communities that extend well beyond a field trip. \nWhether you’re just beginning your journey in environmental education or looking to deepen your practice\, this symposium offers a unique opportunity to connect with peers\, learn from practitioners\, and leave equipped to inspire the next generation of environmentally literate citizens.
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/environmental-literacy-beyond-the-field-trip/
LOCATION:Allegheny Intermediate Unit\, East Waterfront Drive\, Homestead\, PA\, USA\, 475 East Waterfront Drive\, Homestead\, PA\, 15120\, United States
CATEGORIES:Math & Science Collaborative,Science
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250407T083000
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SUMMARY:Planning Strategically for Professional Learning around Science Standards
DESCRIPTION:Planning for Professional Learning around Science Standards: Strategically Building Capacity for Sustained Practice\n\n\nWho: A district team of three to six science leaders including at least one administrator \nWhen: April 7-8\, 2025 \nWhere: Allegheny Intermediate Unit; 475 E. Waterfront Dr.\, Homestead\, PA 15120 \nPrice: $1200 per district team of three to six participants \nFood: Lunch will be provided! \nTech: Please bring a laptop or tablet \nWhat: \n\nThis two-day professional learning opportunity is for District and/or LEA teams.\nTeams of three to six science leaders are invited to attend this professional learning opportunity aimed at planning for science professional learning in your district to support shifts towards phenomenon-based\, three-dimensional science teaching and learning.\nTeams will leverage their collective previous immersive experiences in phenomenon-based\, three-dimensional science to design a professional learning plan specific to the needs of teachers in their district.\nTeams must include at least one administrator. Remaining team members should be either explicit or implicit science education leaders.\n\nImportant Prerequisites: \n\nAt least one administrator on your team needs to have attended the Administrator-Focused Science Professional Learning offered at the AIU.\nAll other team members need to have previously attended either: Digging into phenomenon-based\, three-dimensional science learning OR one of the three-day Science Institutes for K-12 Educators (e.g.\, Elementary Science\, K-2 STEM\, Grades 3-5 Science\, Secondary Science\, Life Sciences for Secondary Teachers\, Physical Sciences for Secondary Educators) OR Framework Book Study.\n\nPlease adhere to these prerequisite requirements for attendance.
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/planning-strategically-for-professional-learning-around-science-standards/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T124500
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SUMMARY:Follow-up for the Administrator-focused Science Professional Learning
DESCRIPTION:This professional learning offering is a follow-up half-day to assist administrators with supporting science teachers’ STEELS implementation\n\n\nWho: Any and all administrators (district or building) who have previously attended the Administrator-focused Science Professional Learning \nWhen: April 2\, 2025 from 12:45 – 3:45 PM \nWhere: Allegheny Intermediate Unit\, 475 E. Waterfront Drive\, Homestead\, PA 15120 \nPrice: Free \nWhat: You’ve previously attended the Administrator-focused Science Professional Learning offered by the Math & Science Collaborative (AIU MSC). Are your teachers starting to make some of the needed shifts in their science classrooms? If so\, you might want some follow-up to what you learned. We are offering a three-hour session to share some “look fors” in K-12 science classrooms. These can be used during walk-throughs or informal observations. We’ll also share information about other tools for observing/coaching science instruction. \nTech: Please bring a laptop and/or tablet to access online resources.
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/follow-up-for-the-administrator-focused-science-professional-learning-2/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T153000
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SUMMARY:Administrator-Focused Science Professional Learning
DESCRIPTION:This administrator-focused PL offering was specifically designed to help leaders support shifts in science instruction towards PA STEELS\n\n\nWho: Any and all administrators (district or building) or explicitly defined science leaders (e.g.\, department head\, coach\, grade-level lead) are invited to attend \nWhen: April 1\, 2025 from 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM and April 2\, 2025 from 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM \nWhere: Allegheny Intermediate Unit\, 475 E. Waterfront Drive\, Homestead\, PA 15120 \nPrice: $350 \nWhat: The Principals Learn and Network to Support 3-Dimensional Science Learning (PLANS) is a one-and-a-half day\, interactive experience emphasizing Instructional leadership and active support for K-12 teachers at both the building and district level. This pathway is specifically created for instructional leaders interested in knowing more about and figuring out constructive strategies for supporting teachers and students as they make shifts in their teaching and learning towards phenomenon-based\, three-dimensional science. \nPLANS participants are immersed in actively learning in ways that NGSS \, PA STEELS standards\, and education research calls for students to learn science in the classroom. Administrators experience firsthand what it feels\, looks\, and sounds like when K-12 students are figuring out why phenomena happen as well as representing their thinking through modeling and productive classroom talk. Administrators use some of the important tools for making thinking public that teachers and students use in NGSS-designed units. Then\, administrators have opportunities to reflect together on what it means for students and teachers to work together as a community —- and how they can support this work themselves. \nThroughout the PLANS experience\, participants consider the ways in which their school can begin (or continue) to make these shifts. They see examples of students engaged in NGSS-designed learning in classrooms\, as well as administrators supporting teachers as they begin to implement the changes called for by NGSS. They explore concrete tools they can use to support teachers (for example\, in planning meetings\, observations\, and debriefs)\, and they begin to plan how they might use these tools themselves. \nThe shifts motivated by the National Research Council’s Framework for K-12 Science Education (2012) and the NGSS (and embraced by PA in the STEELS standards ) are substantial. Yet we know that these shifts are possible for teachers to make. We also know that the shifts are productive for student learning\, and they must be supported through pedagogy and classroom culture. Instructional leadership and active support at the building and district level is an important part of a successful outcome for teachers of science and for their students! \nTech: Please bring a laptop and/or tablet to access online resources.
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/administrator-focused-science-professional-learning-2/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T150000
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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-2024-25/2025-03-11/
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:20250304T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T153000
DTSTAMP:20260513T100336
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T193237Z
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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: March 4-5\, 2025 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-2/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250207T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250207T153000
DTSTAMP:20260513T100336
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SUMMARY:Building Thinking Classrooms: Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Part 2 of Build a Thinking Classroom for K-12 will dig deeper into the 14 practices and effective implementation strategies\n\n\nBuilding Thinking Classrooms: Part 2 \nThis is not for novices or anyone new to BTC. You must be a K-12 educator or leader who has completed BTC: Part 1 OR you have read the book and are actively attempting to implement the first three toolkits. \nCome 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 2 focuses on the fine tuning implementation of the first eleven practices and delving into the assessment practices from the following chapters: \nChapter 12: What We Choose to Evaluate in a Thinking Classroom \nChapter 13: How We Use Formative Assessment in a Thinking Classroom \nChapter 14: How We Grade in a Thinking Classroom \nAll participants are expected to bring their own copy of Building Thinking Classroom In Mathematics\, 14 Teaching Practices for Enhanced Learning. \nAudience: K-12 educators and leaders who have completed BTC: Part 1 OR you have read the book and are actively attempting to implement the first three toolkits. \nWhen: February 7\, March 5\, 2025\, April 1\, 2025 \nPrice: $450/participant; Administrators may attend with the teacher(s) from their district/building at no additional cost. \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. \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-2/
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:20250205T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T150000
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SUMMARY:Elementary Science Symposium
DESCRIPTION:You know kids learn science best by engaging in the subject from an early age\, but how do we find time\, and how do we teach it these days?\nScience and engineering education is undergoing a transformation (Kober et al\, 2023). We all know that children learn science best by engaging in the subject from an early age in the way that scientists and engineers do\, but… \n\nHow can we find the time to teach science consistently and in a phenomenon-based\, three-dimensional way in K through 5?\nWhat does it look and sound like in an elementary science classroom these days?\nHow can we possible teach all the math and ELA we have to teach and still find time for science?\nThere are environmental literacy standards now\, too?! What?\n\nIf you’ve asked yourself any of those questions (or others about elementary science) since the release of the PA STEELS (Science\, Technology & Engineering\, Environmental Literacy & Sustainability) standards in July\, 2022\, then you can benefit from joining the Allegheny Intermediate Unit Math & Science Collaborative at the Elementary Science Symposium. \nCost: Free. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. \n 
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/elementary-science-symposium/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250131T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250131T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T100336
CREATED:20240925T181716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T202503Z
UID:10000285-1738312200-1738335600@www.aiu3.net
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-2024-25/2025-01-31/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T153000
DTSTAMP:20260513T100336
CREATED:20241031T145635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T200207Z
UID:10000300-1738225800-1738251000@www.aiu3.net
SUMMARY:Secondary Science Institute (Course 2); Spring 2025
DESCRIPTION:Note: For the Spring 2025 offering of Year 2 Science Institutes\, elementary and secondary will combined as a K-12 offering. Administrators are encouraged to attend with the teacher(s) from their district/building. \nJoin us for this in-person secondary science professional learning offering from the Math & Science Collaborative at the Allegheny Intermediate Unit! The Secondary Science Institute (Course 2) is designed for educators who have already attended our Secondary Life or Physical Science Institutes. This professional learning opportunity is perfect for middle school or high school science educators who are ready to dig deeply into the classroom culture\, pedagogical practices\, and assessment practices aligned to science teaching and learning with the PA STEELS standards. Don’t miss out on this free opportunity to learn more about teaching science for the next generation. Mark your calendars and get ready for the Secondary Science Institute (Course 2)! \nWho: Any secondary science (middle or high school) educators who previously attended either the Secondary Physical or Life Science Institute from AIU MSC \nWhen: January 30\, February 27\, March 13\, 2025 with an optional fourth day on April 9\, 2025 \nWhere: In-person at the Allegheny Intermediate Unit \nPrice: Free to all AIU3 educators; Educators outside AIU3: $450 \nAdministrators are encouraged to attend with the teacher(s) from their district/building. \nAct 48 hours will be awarded pending approval by PDE for those who attend all sessions and complete all related assignments.
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/secondary-science-institute-course-2-spring-2025/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T153000
DTSTAMP:20260513T100336
CREATED:20241031T145509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T200107Z
UID:10000299-1738225800-1738251000@www.aiu3.net
SUMMARY:Elementary Science Institute (Course 2); Spring 2025
DESCRIPTION:Note: For the Spring 2025 offering of Year 2 Science Institutes\, elementary and secondary will combined as a K-12 offering. Administrators are encouraged to attend with the teacher(s) from their district/building. \nJoin us for this in-person elementary science professional learning offering from the Math & Science Collaborative at the Allegheny Intermediate Unit! The Elementary Science Institute (Course 2) is designed for educators who have already attended our K-2 STEM or Grades 3-5 Elementary Science Institutes. This professional learning opportunity is perfect for elementary science educators who are ready to dig deeply into the classroom culture\, pedagogical practices\, and assessment practices aligned to science teaching and learning with the PA STEELS standards. Don’t miss out on this free opportunity to learn more about teaching elementary science for the next generation. Mark your calendars and get ready for the Elementary Science Institute (Course 2)! \nWho: Any K-5 Science\, Engineering\, or STEM educators who previously attended an introductory three-day science institute (i.e.\, either the K-2 STEM Institute or the Grade 3-5 Elementary Science Institute) from AIU MSC \nWhen: January 30\, February 27\, March 13\, 2025 with an optional fourth day on April 9\, 2025 \nWhere: In-person at the Allegheny Intermediate Unit \nPrice: Free to all AIU3 educators; Educators outside AIU3: $450 \nAdministrators are encouraged to attend with the teacher(s) from their district/building. \nAct 48 hours will be awarded pending approval by PDE for those who attend all sessions and complete all related assignments.
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/elementary-science-institute-course-2-spring-2025/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T100336
CREATED:20240925T181057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T172619Z
UID:10000272-1733473800-1733497200@www.aiu3.net
SUMMARY:Grades 3-5 Teaching and Learning Mathematics with Visual Models
DESCRIPTION:Learn about why it is important and how to help students visualize math through concrete and pictorial representations at your grade level.\n\n\nGrades 3-5: Teaching and Learning Mathematics with Visual Models \n“I didn’t learn math with all these visual models my book now has.” \n“My administrator wants me to use all these manipulatives stored in our closets.” \n“My kids just aren’t retaining what I’ve taught them.” \nIf this is how you feel about teaching math\, then the AIU MSC has you covered. \nJoin us at the Allegheny Intermediate Unit to learn about why it is important and how to help students visualize math through concrete and pictorial representations specific to your grade level. We will host two-day training sessions to engage you in mathematical tasks utilizing physical and virtual manipulatives\, then transitioning to diagrams for each of the critical concepts in your grade level. \nIn the Grades 3-5 cohort – we will focus on multiplication\, division\, fraction operations\, decimals\, area and volume through use of base ten blocks\, connecting cubes\, pattern blocks\, Cuisenaire rods\, number line models\, and area models. \nPrice: Free for AIU school districts. Non-AIU school districts:$300 \nAudience: Grade 3-5 mathematics teachers and leaders (including interventionists) \nWhen: December 6\, 2024 and February 20\, 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.
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/grades-3-5-teaching-and-learning-mathematics-with-visual-models/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T100336
CREATED:20240925T181056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T172808Z
UID:10000271-1733301000-1733324400@www.aiu3.net
SUMMARY:Grades 6-Algebra 1 Teaching and Learning Mathematics with Visual Models
DESCRIPTION:Learn about why it is important and how to help students visualize math through concrete and pictorial representations at your grade level.\n\n\nGrades 6 – Algebra 1: Teaching and Learning Mathematics with Visual Models \n“I didn’t learn math with all these visual models my book now has.” \n“My administrator wants me to use all these manipulatives stored in our closets.” \n“My kids just aren’t retaining what I’ve taught them.” \nIf this is how you feel about teaching math\, then the AIU MSC has you covered. \nJoin us at the Allegheny Intermediate Unit to learn about why it is important and how to help students visualize math through concrete and pictorial representations specific to your grade level. We will host two-day training sessions to engage you in mathematical tasks utilizing physical and virtual manipulatives\, then transitioning to diagrams for each of the critical concepts in your grade level. \nIn the Grade 6 – Algebra 1 cohort– We will focus on fraction division\, ratio concepts\, proportional relationships\, one and two-step equations\, integer operations\, linear functions\, multi-step equations\, simplifying polynomial expressions\, and factoring polynomial expressions through use of tape diagrams\, single and double number line models\, interactive graphs\, and algebra tiles. \nPrice: Free for AIU school districts. Non-AIU school districts:$300 \nAudience: Grades 6 – Algebra 1 mathematics teachers and leaders (including interventionists) \nWhen: December 4\, 2024 and February 11\, 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.
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/grades-6-algebra-1-teaching-and-learning-mathematics-with-visual-models/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241203T124500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241203T154500
DTSTAMP:20260513T100336
CREATED:20240925T181054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T201600Z
UID:10000270-1733229900-1733240700@www.aiu3.net
SUMMARY:Follow-up for the Administrator-focused Science Professional Learning
DESCRIPTION:This professional learning offering is a follow-up half-day to assist administrators with supporting science teachers’ STEELS implementation\n\n\nWho: Any and all administrators (district or building) who have previously attended the Administrator-focused Science Professional Learning \nWhen: December 3\, 2024 from 12:45 – 3:45 PM \nWhere: Allegheny Intermediate Unit\, 475 E. Waterfront Drive\, Homestead\, PA 15120 \nPrice: Free \nWhat: You’ve previously attended the Administrator-focused Science Professional Learning offered by the Math & Science Collaborative (AIU MSC). Are your teachers starting to make some of the needed shifts in their science classrooms? If so\, you might want some follow-up to what you learned. We are offering a three-hour session to share some “look fors” in K-12 science classrooms. These can be used during walk-throughs or informal observations. We’ll also share information about how the Danielson Framework (especially Domains II and IV) connects with shifts in science instruction. \nTech: Please bring a laptop and/or tablet to access online resources.
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/follow-up-for-the-administrator-focused-science-professional-learning/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241202T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241202T153000
DTSTAMP:20260513T100336
CREATED:20240925T181051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T201628Z
UID:10000269-1733126400-1733153400@www.aiu3.net
SUMMARY:Administrator-Focused Science Professional Learning
DESCRIPTION:This administrator-focused PL offering was specifically created to help leaders support shifts in science instruction
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/administrator-focused-science-professional-learning/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T100336
CREATED:20240925T181724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T172638Z
UID:10000283-1732005000-1732028400@www.aiu3.net
SUMMARY:Grades K-2 Teaching and Learning Mathematics with Visual Models
DESCRIPTION:Learn about why it is important and how to help students visualize math through concrete and pictorial representations at your grade level.\n\n\nGrades K-2: Teaching and Learning Mathematics with Visual Models \n“I didn’t learn math with all these visual models my book now has.” \n“My administrator wants me to use all these manipulatives stored in our closets.” \n“My kids just aren’t retaining what I’ve taught them.” \nIf this is how you feel about teaching math\, then the AIU MSC has you covered. \nJoin us at the Allegheny Intermediate Unit to learn about why it is important and how to help students visualize math through concrete and pictorial representations specific to your grade level. We will host two-day training sessions to engage you in mathematical tasks utilizing physical and virtual manipulatives\, then transitioning to diagrams for each of the critical concepts in your grade level. \nIn the Grades K-2 cohort – We will focus on counting\, place value\, addition\, subtraction\, and measurement through use of base ten blocks\, number line models\, and number path models. \nPrice: Free for AIU school districts. Non-AIU school districts:$300 \nAudience: Grades K-2 mathematics teachers and leaders (including interventionists) \nWhen: November 19\, 2024 and January 29\, 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.
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/grades-k-2-teaching-and-learning-mathematics-with-visual-models/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241115T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241115T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T100336
CREATED:20240925T181716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T202503Z
UID:10000284-1731659400-1731682800@www.aiu3.net
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-2024-25/2024-11-15/
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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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T153000
DTSTAMP:20260513T100336
CREATED:20240925T181721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T200128Z
UID:10000280-1729929600-1729956600@www.aiu3.net
SUMMARY:Western Pennsylvania Mathematics Teaching and Learning Conference
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for a day of sharing ideas\, strategies\, and resources to foster equity and excellence in mathematics teaching and learning.\n\n\nWelcome to the Western Pennsylvania Mathematics Teaching and Learning Conference!\n  \nThe theme of the conference is Fostering Equity and Excellence in Mathematics Teaching and Learning. This exciting event will bring together educators passionate about mathematics teaching and learning and aspiring math teachers from colleges and universities across the region. Join us at the Allegheny Intermediate Unit for a day filled with engaging workshops\, insightful presentations\, and networking opportunities. \nWhether you’re a seasoned math teacher\, just starting your career\, or an aspiring mathematics teacher\, this conference is designed to inspire and enhance your teaching practices to create more equitable and engaging mathematics classrooms. Learn from experts in the field\, exchange ideas with colleagues\, and discover innovative strategies to make math more accessible for all students. \nA special keynote address by Dr. Sararose Lynch\, Associate Professor\, Slippery Rock University\, will share her wealth of knowledge and experience for making the mathematics classroom a space where all students\, especially those students who are historically marginalized\, can thrive and learn meaningful mathematics. \nDon’t miss this chance to be part of a vibrant community dedicated to advancing math education in Western Pennsylvania. Register now and get ready for a day of learning\, collaboration\, and inspiration! \n\n\nThroughout the day\, attendees will select from multiple sessions related to mathematics instruction at all levels. Breakout sessions will feature presentations by classroom teachers and by education professionals. After lunch there will be a special poster session for pre-service teachers to showcase their mathematics learning journey \n  \n8:00 AM-8:55 AM Registration and Continental Breakfast with Networking \n9:00 – 10:15 Opening Remarks & Keynote \n10:20 – 11:15 Breakout Session Set 1 (K-5\, 6-8\, 9-12\, K-12) \n11:20 – 12:15 Breakout Session Set 2 (K-5\, 6-8\, 9-12\, K-12) \n12:20-1:30 Lunch & Networking \n1:35 – 2:05 Poster Session: Aspiring Teachers \n2:10 – 3:05 Breakout Session Set 3 (K-5\, 6-8\, 9-12\, K-12) \n3:10-3:30 Closing Remarks\, Evaluation\, and Networking \nCost: Due to the generosity of our sponsors\, this event is free and includes continental breakfast and a boxed lunch. \n  \nRegistration deadline is October 18\, 2024 \n  \nSpecial thanks to our sponsors: Imagine Learning\, Amplify\, Duquesne University\, Pennsylvania Council of Teachers of Mathematics\, Indiana University of Pennsylvania\, and the Allegheny Intermediate Unit Math & Science Collaborative
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/western-pennsylvania-mathematics-teaching-and-learning-conference/
LOCATION:Allegheny Intermediate Unit\, 475 East Waterfront Drive\, Homestead\, PA\, 15120\, United States
CATEGORIES:Math & Science Collaborative,Mathematics,Professional Growth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241021T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241021T153000
DTSTAMP:20260513T100336
CREATED:20240925T181718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T200050Z
UID:10000279-1729499400-1729524600@www.aiu3.net
SUMMARY:But what about the T & E in PA STEELS?
DESCRIPTION:But what about the T & E in PA STEELS? A lively\, interactive event showcasing the importance of technology and engineering in Pennsylvania.\n\n\nBut what about the T & E in PA STEELS? \nJoin us for an in-person event at the Allegheny Intermediate Unit. This event will delve into the often overlooked aspects of PA STEELS – the technology and engineering standards. Brandt Hutzel\, who serves as the Pennsylvania Department of Education’s Technology & Engineering Content Advisor\, will discuss the STEELS Technology & Engineering Standards\, Implementation Supports\, and Upcoming Assessments. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insights\, network with other educators\, and expand your knowledge. Mark your calendars and be part of this engaging event!
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/but-what-about-the-t-e-in-pa-steels/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T160000
DTSTAMP:20260513T100336
CREATED:20240925T181717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T043952Z
UID:10000278-1728981000-1729008000@www.aiu3.net
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T083000
DTSTAMP:20260513T100336
CREATED:20240925T181716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T202503Z
UID:10000277-1728635400-1728635400@www.aiu3.net
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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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T153000
DTSTAMP:20260513T100336
CREATED:20240925T181715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T202937Z
UID:10000276-1728549000-1728574200@www.aiu3.net
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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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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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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SUMMARY:Secondary Science Institute (Fall 2024)
DESCRIPTION:Content foci are primarily life science and physical science\, with some Earth & space science. \nWho: Open to all grades 6-12 science teacher (e.g.\, life science\, chem\, physics\, Earth space science at middle school or high school) teachers \nWhen: September 24\, November 12\, and December 17\, 2024 \nWhere: In-person at the Allegheny Intermediate Unit \nPrice: Free to all member district educators; Educators outside of the AIU: $450 \nAdministrators are strongly encouraged to attend with the teacher(s) from their district/building \nAttendees will develop a shared understanding of phenomenon-based and problem-driven science teaching and learning that effectively incorporates all three dimensions of the science standards (disciplinary core ideas\, science and engineering practices\, & crosscutting concepts) and provides equitable\, inclusive instruction. \nParticipants will engage\, as learners and as teachers\, with the pedagogical practices that foster reasoning and sense-making in the science classroom and support equity and access for all students. They will also gain access to tools and resources for the teaching and learning of science at their grade band as they become familiar with what instruction in science looks and feels like when implementing the science standards from PA STEELS. \nOver the course of the three days\, participants will explore the progression of the science standards from the PA Science\, Technology & Engineering\, Environmental Literacy & Sustainability (STEELS) standards within the middle school and high school grade bands. \nAct 48 hours will be awarded pending approval by PDE for those who attend all sessions and complete all related assignments. \n  \nRegister on Eventbrite\n  \nLearn more about transformED\n 
URL:https://www.aiu3.net/event/secondary-science-institute-fall-2024/
CATEGORIES:Math & Science Collaborative,Professional Growth,Science
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