• Elementary Science Institute (Course 1/Introductory), Fall 2025

    Allegheny Intermediate Unit, East Waterfront Drive, Homestead, PA, USA 475 East Waterfront Drive, Homestead, PA, United States

    Content foci include life science, physical science, and Earth & space science. Who: Open to all grades K, 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 science teachers and STEM teachers as well as special educators supporting science When: October 14, November 6, and November 17, 2025 from 8:30 - 3:30 Where: In-person at the Allegheny Intermediate […]

  • Secondary Science Institute (Course 1/Introductory), Fall 2025

    Allegheny Intermediate Unit, East Waterfront Drive, Homestead, PA, USA 475 East Waterfront Drive, Homestead, PA, United States

    Content foci are primarily life science and physical science, with some Earth & space science. Who: 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) When: October 14, November 6, and November 17, 2025 Where: In-person at the […]

  • Thinking through the Pencil

    Allegheny Intermediate Unit, East Waterfront Drive, Homestead, PA, USA 475 East Waterfront Drive, Homestead, PA, United States

    English Language Arts (Grades 4-8) Thinking Through the Pencil is designed to build students’ critical thinking skills through writing. Participants engage in instructional practices based on current research in this Reading Achievement Center series. Price: $600 per person 2025-26 Meeting Dates: October 8, December 16, January 28, February 24 Register for in-person course Register for […]

  • Environmental Literacy & Sustainability Symposium; Beyond the Field Trip

    Allegheny Intermediate Unit, East Waterfront Drive, Homestead, PA, USA 475 East Waterfront Drive, Homestead, PA, United States

    Join us for a dynamic one-day symposium centered on Environmental Literacy and Sustainability (PA STEELS) in K–12 Education.Join 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 […]

  • Keys to Comprehension: English Language Arts (Grades 3-8)

    Allegheny Intermediate Unit, East Waterfront Drive, Homestead, PA, USA 475 East Waterfront Drive, Homestead, PA, United States

    Targeted for teachers in grades 3 to 8, this Reading Achievement Center series focuses on the literacy domain of reading comprehension. Participants learn instructional techniques to unlock reading comprehension, applicable to both literature and informational text. Price: $600 per person 2025-26 Meeting Dates: October 2, November 18, January 14, February 12 Register for in-person course […]

  • Text Dependent Analysis Part 2: Effective Instructional Practices

    Allegheny Intermediate Unit, East Waterfront Drive, Homestead, PA, USA 475 East Waterfront Drive, Homestead, PA, United States

    English Language Arts (Grades 4-8) This three-module Reading Achievement Center series is open to participants who attended “TDA: Effective Instructional Practices” during a previous school year. In this series, participants will deepen their understanding of the reading, thinking, and writing processes necessary for TDA success. Price: $450 per person 2025-26 Meeting Dates: September 25, February […]

  • The K-3 Reading Apprenticeship Model

    Allegheny Intermediate Unit, East Waterfront Drive, Homestead, PA, USA 475 East Waterfront Drive, Homestead, PA, United States

    Option 1: $3,800 per participant (includes 1-on-1 support) Option 2: $2,800 per participant (no 1-on-1 support) Series Length: 12 modules Delivery Mode: Face-to-Face - 12 in-person sessions at the AIU on scheduled dates listed below Developed with the primary teacher in mind, the Reading Achievement Center's K-3 Reading Apprenticeship Model consists of 12 intensive, comprehensive […]

  • Text Dependent Analysis: Effective Instructional Practices

    Allegheny Intermediate Unit, East Waterfront Drive, Homestead, PA, USA 475 East Waterfront Drive, Homestead, PA, United States

    English Language Arts (Grades 4-8) This Reading Achievement Center series focuses on effective teaching practices that help teachers help students overcome some of the biggest struggles with the text-dependent analysis portion of the PSSA, including instructional practices to support students with composing TDA on the online PSSA. Price: $600 per person 2025-26 Meeting Dates: September […]

  • RAC Reading Specialists’ Network

    Allegheny Intermediate Unit, East Waterfront Drive, Homestead, PA, USA 475 East Waterfront Drive, Homestead, PA, United States

    Join the RAC Reading Specialists' Network for an opportunity to connect with other reading specialists in Allegheny County. Each online session will feature research-based best practices and strategies that specialists need in order to be effective in their role as they work with students, teachers, and parents in all three tiers of literacy. The network […]

  • OpenSciEd Middle School Curriculum Launch

    Allegheny Intermediate Unit, East Waterfront Drive, Homestead, PA, USA 475 East Waterfront Drive, Homestead, PA, United States

    This professional learning opportunity introduces middle grades science teachers to the OpenSciEd instructional materials in addition to a specific introductory unit for one grade level. As a result of this professional learning, teachers will understand the supports and routines embedded into the OpenSciEd units that align with the shifts called for by A Framework for […]

  • Creating Engaging (& Enjoyable!) Lessons in the Elementary Classroom

    Allegheny Intermediate Unit, East Waterfront Drive, Homestead, PA, USA 475 East Waterfront Drive, Homestead, PA, United States

    Design meaningful experiences using engaging strategies that boost problem-solving & critical thinking skills within the content you teach.DescriptionDo your students love to create?This 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 […]

  • STEM Educator and Innovator Role-Alike

    Allegheny Intermediate Unit, East Waterfront Drive, Homestead, PA, USA 475 East Waterfront Drive, Homestead, PA, United States

    Join our role-alike group for STEM/STEAM teachers to share ideas and build skills.DescriptionThis 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 multiple times during the school year.  You are welcome […]