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1. HOPE HUB: I Can't Believe You Made That! Canva for the Classroom

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Teachers; School Leaders

Dates: 10/27/2025

Turn heads with creative, professional-looking classroom materials, presentations and resources - even if you're brand new to Canva! In this asynchronous session, you'll learn to set up a free premium account, master design basics, and discover time-saving hacks and advanced tips. Beginners and experienced users alike will find fresh ideas for enhancing reusable activity templates, assignments, and more. Receive video tutorials and resources on October 27, complete activities over 6 weeks, and choose a project to complete and submit for credit.

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2. BCHF Annual Board Training

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Governing Board Members, School Leaders, Management Company Leaders

Dates: 11/8/2025

BCHF is offering its Annual Board training to include Ohio Open Meetings and Sunshine Law! The training will fulfill Ohio requirements for community school governing boards and leaders. In addition, we will enhance the training with updates on topics requested by board members in our schools. This virtual, synchronous session will allow you to see, hear, and interact with other Board members from the convenience of your home on a Saturday morning. Please plan to attend!

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3. COHORT: Workforce Literacy Session 2: Funding, Assessment and Making Learning Count

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Teachers and school leaders interested in Workforce development and CTE Funding

Dates: 11/10/2025

Authentic learning deserves authentic assessment and sustained support. This session begins with key updates on CTE funding and related initiatives that can help you expand your work. Then, we will dig into what meaningful assessment looks like in a workforce literacy context, exploring creative ways to measure student growth through real-world performance and industry-relevant tasks. As always, we will close with a networked improvement community, give you a space to collaborate, troubleshoot, and share ideas that keep the work grounded and impactful

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4. COHORT: Literacy and Dyslexia

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Literacy teachers, instructional coaches, and school leaders

Dates: 11/12/2025

Our goal for this year's Cohort is to have our discussions center on what is most pressing to our members. Our Literacy/Dyslexia second session will feature strategies for helping struggling students, writing as an integral part of literacy, early literacy skills that build a foundation for upper grades, and a brief review of the changes in the law from July to the present. Please come and share the strategies that are working for your students.

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5. COHORT: Multilingual Learners

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Multilingual Teaches and Classroom Aides; School Leaders

Dates: 11/13/2025

Looking for a space to connect and grow with others who support linguistically diverse students? The Multilingual Learner Cohort is a relaxed, teacher-driven community of practice that meets quarterly over Zoom. Each session is shaped by the group, so we welcome all voices to learn, bring ideas, or even co-facilitate! Whether you're a classroom teacher, specialist, or administrator, you'll gain strategies, build relationships, and stay inspired throughout the year.

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6. AN INTRODUCTION TO TEACHER CLARITY

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: TEACHERS; SCHOOL LEADERS

Dates: 11/13/2025

What exactly is teacher clarity, and why does it matter? In this introductory session, educators will explore the foundational elements of teacher clarity, including learning intentions, success criteria, and aligned instructional practices. Participants will examine how clearly communicating expectations and goals can significantly improve student understanding and achievement. Through collaborative discussion and practical examples, teachers will leave with tools to begin implementing clarity strategies in their own classrooms right away. This session is ideal for educators new to the concept or looking to strengthen their instructional impact.

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7. COHORT: Mathematics 2

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Mathematics Teachers; Instructional Coaches; School Leaders

Dates: 11/18/2025

This virtual professional learning community brings together K-8 school leaders and teachers across Ohio to strengthen mathematics instruction and improve student outcomes. Meeting quarterly (9/23, 11/18, 1/13, 3/10), each session explores research-based instructional strategies, unpacks legislative updates, and examines problems of practice focused on leading and implementing effective math instruction. A central goal of the cohort is to reframe deficit-based narratives about mathematics by cultivating bold, asset-based mindsets among educators, students, and communities. Participants will be invited to apply new strategies, reflect on implementation, and refine practices, bridging leadership and instruction to foster equity and high expectations. This collaborative space supports educators in creating sustainable systems for strong mathematics teaching and learning that benefit all students.

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8. SPECIAL EDUCATION LEADERSHIP: Coffee Table Talk 1: Navigating Special Education with Purpose and Impact

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Special Education Leaders

Dates: 11/19/2025

Join us for a candid and engaging Coffee Table Talk on leadership in Special Education. We will kick the session off with brief updates from the facilitator, followed by open, collective learning, grounded in real-world challenges. Together, we will explore a shared problem of practice around MTSS (Multi-Tiered Systems of Support), using it to launch rich discussion and collaborative problem-solving. Whether you are a seasoned administrator or new to special education leadership, this is your chance to share experiences, ask questions, and explore collaborative solutions in a relaxed, welcoming space. So grab your favorite mug, pull up a chair, and join us for rich conversation, community, and learning.

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9. COHORT: TENACIOUS TEACHING 2--How to Navigate Student Collaboration and Team Work

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 11/20/2025

Collaborative learning can be one of the most powerful tools in the classroom-when it works well. This session equips educators with strategies to effectively design, facilitate, and manage student collaborative groups. Participants will explore how to group students purposefully, teach collaboration skills explicitly, and address common challenges such as unequal participation and off-task behavior. Through real-world examples, tools, and discussion, teachers will leave better prepared to foster meaningful student collaboration that promotes engagement, accountability, and deeper learning.

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10. HOPE HUB SESSION (Asynchronous): PRACTICE, MEMORY, and LEARNING

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Classroom teachers

Dates: 11/25/2025 to 1/5/2026

Tackle a professional development experience to refresh your teaching during the holidays! This asynchronous learning session will explore the psychology of learning and what makes learning "stick" for students. Are you tired of students who do not remember their basic math facts? Or the steps in doing a scientific experiment? This video-based learning experience will help you as a teacher use effective brain-based principles of spaced practice, rest and refresh, and connected experiences. Work at your own pace to enhance your learning and see results in your classroom! Registration closes November 25, after which participants may view course videos and complete course products. Products are due January 5, 2026.

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11. VOCABULARY IS MORE THAN WORDS

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Teachers; Instructional Coaches

Dates: 12/1/2025

INTENTIONAL vocabulary instruction is key to improving reading skills. This session will provide an opportunity for participants to develop, discuss, and determine strategies to understand vocabulary. Participants will learn about the types, the development, and the importance of vocabulary instruction to understand how intentional vocabulary instruction can happen in all subjects at all grade levels and in all classrooms.

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12. COHORT: Leadership #4 - Lead and Lag Measures

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Dates: 12/2/2025

How well are your students learning? How will they perform this year on state tests? If a school leader uses only state and norm referenced tests to guide their work, they will not have enough data to monitor progress and improvement. Learn how to systematically use work samples and common or readiness assessments to challenge your teacher-based teams and truly "keep tabs" on student learning. BCHF's Leadership is an accepting, conversational space where leaders discuss information, share ideas and best practices, and overall support each other in the pursuit of great leadership and great schools!

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13. SPECIAL EDUCATION LEADERSHIP: Coffee Table Talk 2

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Special Education Leaders

Dates: 12/4/2025

Join us for a candid and engaging Coffee Table Talk on leadership in Special Education. We will kick things off with brief updates from the facilitator, followed by open, collective learning grounded in real-world challenges. Together, we will explore a shared problem of practice and use that as a springboard for rich discussion and collaborative problem-solving. Whether you are a seasoned administrator or new to special education leadership, this is your chance to share experiences, ask questions, and explore collaborative solutions in a relaxed, welcoming space. So grab your favorite mug, pull up a chair, and join us for rich conversation, community, and learning.

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14. MATHEMATICAL DISCOURSE: Centering Student Thinking and Voice

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Mathematics teachers; Instructional Coaches; School Leaders

Dates: 12/9/2025

Meaningful math learning happens through student thinking, not teacher telling. This session explores how to facilitate mathematical discourse that supports reasoning, equity, and agency. Participants will examine discourse moves, task structures, and classroom norms that elevate student voice. With a focus on practical strategies, participants will analyze video clips and co-develop routines that support all learners in sharing, listening, and building ideas together.

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15. THE MIRROR AND ME: Teacher and Student Reflection

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Teachers; School Leaders

Dates: 12/10/2025

Reflection is a powerful driver of growth-for both teachers and students. This session explores how intentional reflection practices can enhance teaching, deepen student learning, and build a culture of continuous improvement. Educators will learn practical strategies for embedding reflection into daily instruction, fostering meta cognition in students, and using self-assessment to guide professional growth. Participants will leave with tools and techniques to make reflection a routine, meaningful part of the learning process for everyone in the classroom.

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16. COHORT: Social Studies 2: Engagement and Strategies and Test Prep

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Social Studies Teachers

Dates: 12/11/2025

How do we make social studies more meaningful and memorable for students? This session focuses on practical strategies to boost engagement and student ownership, along with tools for making test prep more effective without sacrificing curiosity or critical thinking. Whether you're looking to try new activities or tighten up your approach to state testing, you'll leave with ideas you can use right away. As always, we'll close with a collaborative networked improvement community to workshop real classroom challenges and build on each other's ideas.

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17. RECONNECTING DISENGAGED STUDENTS: Bridging Learning Gaps

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Teachers; School Leaders

Dates: 12/16/2025

When students fall behind, they often lose motivation. But with the right support, those students can reconnect with learning. This session is ideal for educators working with students who struggle due to learning gaps. Participants will explore strategies to re-engage these students, including differentiated instruction, targeted interventions, and building strong teacher-student relationships. Learn how to create an inclusive classroom where each student feels valued and capable, no matter their starting point. You'll leave with practical tools to identify learning gaps early and foster resilience in students, helping them regain confidence and actively participate in their educational journey.

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18. EARLY LITERACY SUMMIT

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Third grade teachers, early literacy lead teachers, literacy coaches

Dates: 12/17/2025

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DOES YOUR SCHOOL WANT TO IMPROVE UPON A "ONE STAR" RATING IN EARLY LITERACY? Or deepen your knowledge of effective, high-yield early literacy strategies? We recommend ALL of our schools with needs in early literacy improvement attend this in-person Summit. We advise you to send a third-grade teacher or lead literacy teacher or coach to this important meeting. The Summit will be held in person at the BCHF Training Room, 3021 E. Dublin Granville Road, Columbus, Ohio 43231 on December 17 with a snow make-up date of January 15, 2026. Learn how the early literacy component is computed on the Ohio School Report. Find out how your literacy leadership team can use data to determine where students struggle the most. Discuss, with peers and experts, what quality early literacy lessons look like. Prepare for this meeting by bringing your third grade Fall Ohio State Testing results and most recent norm referenced score reports for grades K-3.

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19. COHORT: Mathematics 3

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Mathematics Teachers; Instructional Coaches; School Leaders

Dates: 1/13/2026

This virtual professional learning community brings together K-8 school leaders and teachers across Ohio to strengthen mathematics instruction and improve student outcomes. Meeting quarterly (9/23, 11/18, 1/13, 3/10), each session explores research-based instructional strategies, unpacks legislative updates, and examines problems of practice focused on leading and implementing effective math instruction. A central goal of the cohort is to reframe deficit-based narratives about mathematics by cultivating bold, asset-based mindsets among educators, students, and communities. Participants will be invited to apply new strategies, reflect on implementation, and refine practices, bridging leadership and instruction to foster equity and high expectations. This collaborative space supports educators in creating sustainable systems for strong mathematics teaching and learning that benefit all students.

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20. COHORT: Multilingual Learners

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Multilingual Teaches and Classroom Aides; School Leaders

Dates: 1/15/2026

Looking for a space to connect and grow with others who support linguistically diverse students? The Multilingual Learner Cohort is a relaxed, teacher-driven community of practice that meets quarterly over Zoom. Each session is shaped by the group, so we welcome all voices to learn, bring ideas, or even co-facilitate! Whether you're a classroom teacher, specialist, or administrator, you'll gain strategies, build relationships, and stay inspired throughout the year.

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21. COHORT: TENACIOUS TEACHING 3: Mid-Year Moves; Using Mid-Year Data to Prepare for Second Semester

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Teachers; Student Leaders

Dates: 1/22/2026

The halfway point of the school year is a powerful moment to pause, reflect, and refocus. In this session, educators will learn how to analyze formative and benchmark assessment data to identify student learning needs and make strategic instructional adjustments. Participants will explore practical methods for grouping students, targeting skill gaps, and planning responsive lessons that build on student progress. Whether you're working toward growth goals or preparing for spring assessments, this session will help you turn data into action for a strong second half of the year.

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22. COHORT: Literacy and Dyslexia

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Literacy teachers and coaches; school leaders

Dates: 1/28/2026

Cohort members will share experiences about what is working with their students in the areas of literacy and dyslexia. The specific topics will be updated after feedback is received from the 1st cohort meeting (check for topics after September 30).

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23. PURPOSEFUL QUESTIONING IN MATHEMATICS: Promoting Reasoning, Not Recall

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Math teachers; Instructional Coaches; School Leaders

Dates: 2/10/2026

Every question in math class signals what we value-speed or thinking, recall or reasoning. This session helps educators craft and adjust questions that uncover student thinking and deepen mathematical understanding. Participants will use student work and video cases to examine patterns in their questioning, plan for purposeful prompts, and reflect on how questions can support access and rigor. Leaders will consider how to support this shift during observations and feedback.

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24. COHORT: Multilingual Learners

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Multilingual Teaches and Classroom Aides; School Leaders

Dates: 3/5/2026

Looking for a space to connect and grow with others who support linguistically diverse students? The Multilingual Learner Cohort is a relaxed, teacher-driven community of practice that meets quarterly over Zoom. Each session is shaped by the group, so we welcome all voices to learn, bring ideas, or even co-facilitate! Whether you're a classroom teacher, specialist, or administrator, you'll gain strategies, build relationships, and stay inspired throughout the year.

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25. COHORT: Mathematics 4

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Mathematics Teachers; Instructional Coaches; School Leaders

Dates: 3/10/2026

This virtual professional learning community brings together K-8 school leaders and teachers across Ohio to strengthen mathematics instruction and improve student outcomes. Meeting quarterly (9/23, 11/18, 1/13, 3/10), each session explores research-based instructional strategies, unpacks legislative updates, and examines problems of practice focused on leading and implementing effective math instruction. A central goal of the cohort is to reframe deficit-based narratives about mathematics by cultivating bold, asset-based mindsets among educators, students, and communities. Participants will be invited to apply new strategies, reflect on implementation, and refine practices, bridging leadership and instruction to foster equity and high expectations. This collaborative space supports educators in creating sustainable systems for strong mathematics teaching and learning that benefit all students.

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26. FEEDBACK IN MATHEMATICS: SUPPPORTING LEARNING, IDENTITY, AND AGENCY

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Math teachers; school leaders; instructional coaches

Dates: 5/13/2026

Feedback in math class should do more than correct-it should build understanding, confidence, and ownership. This session focuses on how to give feedback that affirms students as mathematical thinkers. Participants will analyze student work to practice feedback strategies that promote growth and reasoning. Leaders will also explore how to apply these principles in coaching conversations and walkthroughs to foster a culture of meaningful learning and reflection.

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27. COHORT: Literacy and Dyslexia--IN PERSON AT BCHF OFFICES

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Literacy coaches, teachers and school leaders

Dates: 5/19/2026

IN PERSON: This final cohort meeting will take place in the offices of BCHF to discuss the chosen book focusing on literacy and/or dyslexia. Final determination will be made based on feedback from Cohort meeting #1 on September 24.

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28. BCHF SCHOOL LEADERSHIP SUMMIT

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Dates: 6/8/2026 to 6/9/2026

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ESPECIALLY FOR LEADERS AND LEADERSHIP TEAMS - BCHF's annual Leadership Summit is our premier, in-person professional development event of the year. Join us June 8 and 9 for a two-day experience. The Summit will be based on a problem or area of Educator Practice common to the BCHF portfolio of schools. We will explore YOUR topic(s) of interest through general sessions, activities, breakout groups, and creative collaboration. Don't miss this once in a year opportunity for a real boost in your leadership skill and confidence! Specific Columbus-area location and theme to be announced in Spring!

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