MWEE 101 is an online, asynchronous course for the Meaningful Watershed Educational Experience (MWEE). The course is not a requirement of a MWEE training.

This course is made up of three lessons: Why MWEEs?, What Makes a MWEE?, and Planning and Evaluating MWEEs. Each of the three lessons are followed by a reflection lesson. You will contribute to a single reflection document throughout the course and upload this document at the completion of the course if you want a Certificate of Completion. Most participants report spending 5-10 hours taking this course.

CCIU will be managing your Act 48 credit for this course.

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Chesapeake Exploration

This three-day professional learning session introduces teachers to the OpenSciEd Elementary materials in addition to the corresponding units. As a result of this professional learning, teachers will understand the supports embedded within the OpenSciEd Elementary units that align with the shifts called for by A Framework for K1/412 Science Education and the Next Generation Science Standards. Included in this session are opportunities for teachers to: Watch videos of students engaging with the OpenSciEd units Engage in the actual lessons of the unit as a student and adult learner Deepen their understanding of three-dimensional instruction

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Designed for both classroom and non-formal educators, this self-paced online course offers an in-depth exploration of the Pennsylvania STEELS Standards. Participants will dive into three-dimensional learning, gaining a thorough understanding of scientific practices and cross-cutting concepts. The course provides a detailed overview of the STEELS standards structure across grade levels and equips educators with tools, strategies, and resources to implement these standards effectively. Whether you teach in a traditional classroom or an informal learning setting, this course will help you create engaging, standards-aligned experiences that inspire curiosity and foster a deeper understanding of science.

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This three-day professional learning session introduces teachers to the OpenSciEd Elementary materials in addition to the corresponding units. As a result of this professional learning, teachers will understand the supports embedded within the OpenSciEd Elementary units that align with the shifts called for by A Framework for K1/412 Science Education and the Next Generation Science Standards. Included in this session are opportunities for teachers to: Watch videos of students engaging with the OpenSciEd units Engage in the actual lessons of the unit as a student and adult learner Deepen their understanding of three-dimensional instruction. Lunch is included.

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This SLIFE Solutions workgroup will be dedicated to exploring innovative strategies for seamlessly integrating English Language Development (ELD) and science instruction at the secondary level. The workgroup will provide a supportive space for teachers to share insights, co-create lessons, and refine practices that engage SLIFE students in both language and content learning, using the STEELS standards and English language development resources.

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Discover how to bring science into every corner of your elementary classroom while building meaningful interdisciplinary connections! This hands-on workshop introduces the STEELS framework and guides participants in identifying opportunities to apply its practices across language arts, math, and social studies. Through engaging activities and real-world examples, participants will learn how to create lessons that foster critical thinking, curiosity, and a deeper understanding of scientific concepts. Leave with practical strategies, resources, and confidence to integrate STEELS-aligned science practices into your curriculum, inspiring students to see science everywhere.

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This SLIFE Solutions workgroup will be dedicated to exploring innovative strategies for seamlessly integrating English Language Development (ELD) and science instruction at the secondary level. The workgroup will provide a supportive space for teachers to share insights, co-create lessons, and refine practices that engage SLIFE students in both language and content learning, using the STEELS standards and English language development resources.

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This series empowers administrators to lead the ongoing implementation of Pennsylvania's STEELS standards with an emphasis on sustainability and continuous improvement. Participants will explore strategies to evaluate their progress and refine efforts to ensure effective and enduring standards-based instruction. Grounded in the cycle of continuous improvement, the series guides leaders in assessing their impact on four key areas essential to sustaining implementation: People, Policies, Processes, and Practices.

Day 1 Wed Nov 12, 2025, 8:30am to 3:30pm
Featuring Ben Lowell, NYU, presenting STEELS Leadership: Supporting STEELS Implementation at the Building and District Levels, where participants will explore science practices and strategies for effective leadership.

Day 2 Tue Jan 13, 2026, 8:30am to 3:30pm
Featuring the CCIU STEM Team guiding participants in Crafting Targeted Feedback with STEELS and Danielson, focusing on classroom observation, feedback strategies, and aligning feedback to STEELS and Danielson Framework criteria.

Day 3 Tue Mar 24, 2026, 8:30am to 3:30pm
Featuring the CCIU STEM team working alongside participants to leverage data to evaluate and refine STEELS implementation, helping leaders track progress, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions to ensure sustainable improvement in science education.

Cancellation/No-Show Policy: Full fee assessed for drops after 10/28/25 or no-shows.


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This workshop will allow attendees to access two different engineering curricula: Engineering is Elementary, and Youth Engineering Solutions. These curricula are focused in the K-5 and K-8 bands to help address the need to support engineering standards present in STEELS. Participants will be given time to access and explore the curricula, while also participating in activities directly from the EiE and YES curricula.

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Every student deserves to feel valued and fully included in their educational experiences. This one-day workshop focuses on helping educators recognize and leverage the diverse intellectual resources students bring to making sense of phenomena. By adopting an asset-based approach, participants will explore how to create inclusive and equitable learning environments that celebrate and support students' unique ways of knowing and contributing to science. The workshop will guide participants through an examination of the equity dimensions embedded in the science and engineering practices, highlighting the importance of understanding and honoring the varied ways students make sense of phenomena. Educators will learn to see connections between students' experiences and scientific concepts while gaining a deeper appreciation for the shared human experience of navigating multiple ways of knowing. Through engaging discussions and practical examples, participants will explore strategies for reshaping instruction to support diverse approaches to sense-making. The session also addresses the challenges that less expansive learning environments can create, particularly for students from non-dominant communities. By the end of the workshop, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and tools needed to foster classrooms where all students can thrive and feel a true sense of belonging.

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Join us for an engaging, hands-on workshop where you'll learn to provide meaningful feedback to science teachers using the STEELS standards and the Danielson Framework. The day begins with an exploration of what high-quality science instruction looks like, focusing on student engagement in authentic science practices and evidence-based reasoning. From there, we'll dive into strategies for observing classrooms, gathering data, and turning those observations into actionable, supportive feedback. You'll practice aligning your comments with STEELS criteria and Danielson's domains through role-playing exercises and collaborative discussions. These activities will refine your ability to provide feedback that motivates teachers and promotes continuous growth. By the end of the day, you'll walk away with practical tools and strategies to foster constructive conversations with teachers, build trust, and elevate science instruction in your school or district. Participants will receive a copy of "The Instructional Leader's Guide to Implementing K1/48 Science Practices"

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#Danielson
#Observations

This SLIFE Solutions workgroup will be dedicated to exploring innovative strategies for seamlessly integrating English Language Development (ELD) and science instruction at the secondary level. The workgroup will provide a supportive space for teachers to share insights, co-create lessons, and refine practices that engage SLIFE students in both language and content learning, using the STEELS standards and English language development resources.

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#Multilingual