Explore the top 10 AI tools for education: see them in action and unlock new ways to elevate your teaching!It feels like new AI tools for education are popping up each day. Which tools are worth your while?Let us take out the guesswork as we highlight 10 powerful AI-based tools that will enhance your practice […]
Discover AI basics in this supportive, judgment-free, education-focused workshop.Do 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 […]
Join our role-alike day for STEM/STEAM teachers to share ideas and build skills.This role-alike group is designed for STEM/STEAM teachers and coordinators to build skills and gain new ideas. Hear how others are integrating everything from maker education to coding and beyond. This group will meet twice during the school year. You are welcome to […]
2025-26 Topic: Tips for Shifting to Online PSSA The English Language Arts (ELA) Symposium is the Reading Achievement Center's annual workshop addressing a critical need for strengthening teacher practice that improves student achievement. Price: Free ELA Symposium (Grades 3-5) Date: November 10, 2025 Register ELA Symposium (Grades 6-8) Date: January 13, 2026 Register
Enhance student-centered projects with laser cutting and engraving as you design—no experience needed!Join us for a hands-on experience to learn how you can level up your projects with laser cutting and engraving! In this workshop, we will review the basics of laser cutting/engraving, provide an overview of design thinking and the importance of rough prototyping, […]
Spark creativity and critical thinking with versatile routines, then dive into festive maker projects inspired by seasonal picture books.In this session participants will learn about effective thinking routines and strategies that can be applied in any classroom to promote creativity, critical thinking and problem solving. Then, in the afternoon, participants will complete 5 engaging maker […]
Spend a day engaged in a 10 lesson curriculum designed for the PA STEELS standards, specifically the Environmental Lit. and Sustainability.Shared 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 […]
Specifically aligned with brain research on how adolescents learn, this Reading Achivement Center workshop series engages participants in the research behind and modeling of effective reading and writing instruction for the secondary grades. Price: $600 per person 2025-26 Meeting Dates: October 29, December 11, January 27, February 26 Register for in-person course Register for asynchronous […]
This administrator-focused PL offering was specifically designed to help leaders support shifts in science instruction towards PA STEELSWho: Any and all administrators (district or building) or explicitly defined science leaders (e.g., department head, coach, grade-level lead) are invited to attendWhen: October 28-29, 2025 from 8:00 AM - 3:30 PMWhere: Allegheny Intermediate Unit, 475 E. Waterfront […]
Students become designers as they re-imagine learning spaces through creativity, empathy, and teamwork.DescriptionIn this hands-on, creative workshop, students will step into the role of designers to reimagine their ideal learning environment. Guided by the principles of empathy, collaboration, and innovation, students will explore what makes a space effective for learning and engagement. Alongside their teachers […]
Build your students into word wizards! This Reading Achievement Center workshop series presents teachers in grades 3-12 with research and practical strategies to strengthen students' word knowledge, through both indirect vocabulary exposure and direct vocabulary instruction. Price: $450 per person 2025-26 Meeting Dates: October 21, January 8, February 10 Register for in-person course Register for […]
Learn how to solder, and create fun, accessible tech projects that adapt toys and empower all students!DescriptionAre you looking for projects that your school's STEAM program or club can use to develop and hone basic making skills? Are you curious about additional, real-life applications for the tools and skills your students are learning? Are you […]
