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1. LETRS: Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling - Volume 1 - Cohort 3

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Truman State University (Kirksville, MO)

Audience: K-6 Teachers, Title Teachers, Special Education Teachers or Interventionists, Administrators

Dates: 8/8/2023 to 4/2/2024

DATES:
Launch: Tuesday, August 8
Session 1: Wednesday, October 11
Session 2: Wednesday, December 6, 2023
Session 3: Wednesday, February 7
Session 4: Tuesday, April 2, 2024

TIME: Launch: 9:00-11:00am; remaining: 9:00am-3:00pm

LOCATION: Truman State University TBA

COST: Scholarship
NOTE: There is no cost for training or materials to scholarship recipients. (When registering, mark "PO" in the payment section. Charge will be taken off later.)

LETRS provides teachers with the tools and understanding to teach the essential skills needed for literacy. LETRS is NOT a program. Teachers learn the "science of reading," so they are able to apply research-based application into their classroom, no matter the curriculum or program.

The trainings will consist of a launch, 4 face-to-face sessions through structured modules + 4 units of on-line tutorials/videos (through Lexia Learning) which include examples of effective classroom instruction. Teachers will be asked to apply the information to 3 students.

Session Topics
Launch: Introduction and Pre-Assessment
Session 1: The Challenge of Learning to Read
Session 2: The Speech Sounds of English
Session 3: Teaching Beginning Phonics, Word Recognition, & Spelling
Session 4: Advanced Decoding, Spelling, & Word Recognition

2. MTDS Grow Your Own [GYO] Regional Cohort - Northeast

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Truman State University (Kirksville, MO)

Audience: Northeast Region School District Grow Your Own [GYO] Designers/Facilitators

Dates: 9/3/2024 to 1/28/2025

DATES: Tuesdays: September 3 and November 1, 2024; January 28, 2025

TIME: 9:00am-3:00pm

LOCATION: Truman State University TBA

COST: $75 - morning refreshments and lunch included

Missouri students need great teachers. Your role as a builder of the next generation of educators is SO important! Together we can help build the future of Missouri teachers.

This regional GYO cohort is designed-
-to connect district Grow Your Own (GYO) program designers/facilitators as an active collaborative cohort;
-to promote resource and information sharing among colleagues;
-to create opportunities that inspire students to become great educators; and
-to use the Aspiring Level state competencies as a focus.

Join us for these regional meetings if you are a designer/facilitator of a GYO program, class, club, or chapter who would like to
>connect with other leaders who work with the next generation of educators;
>hear relevant guest speakers;
>learn about resources and opportunities that support your program; and
>share the fantastic happenings of your group of future teachers.

Regional cohorts support the implementation and growth of GYO teacher recruitment programs in all Missouri schools.

The Northeast Regional Missouri Teacher Development System (MTDS) Teacher Development Specialist (TDS) will be hosting these cohort sessions.
MTDS State GYO Coordinator Sandy Humbyrd will be facilitating these cohort sessions. Sandy is a former Education Pathways Dual Credit Class Teacher and Education Club Sponsor who completed doctoral work on Missouri's GYO Programs.

3. Mentors of Beginning Teacher Assistance Program A (BTAP A) Participants - Northeast Area-Cohort 4 [Madison]

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Madison C-3 Schools (Madison, MO)

Audience: Mentors of Beginning Teacher Assistance Program A (BTAP A) Participants

Dates: 9/9/2024 to 11/18/2024

DATES: Mondays: September 9 and November 18, 2024

TIME: 9:00am-3:00pm

LOCATION: Madison C-3 School

COST: Free (automatic scholarship) - morning refreshments & lunch included

Quality mentors are needed to provide reassurance, guidance, and practical assistance to new teachers as they begin their teaching career. These sessions will focus on building the professional relationship between the mentor and new teacher to make the most of the beginning teacher program. Additionally, the roles, duties, and responsibilities of the mentor and beginning teacher will be addressed, including certification and professional development requirements.

Ideally, mentors should attend both sessions with their mentee.

Mentors are asked to bring the following 3 items to the sessions:
1. a copy of the Mentoring section from the district's Professional Development Plan,
2. the Individual Professional Development Plan form and any other documentation required by the district for the mentoring process, and
3. the district Mentor/Mentee Handbook.

4. MTDS Developing Stories Through Powerful Task Design (TAG)

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 TBA in the NE RPDC Region (Kirksville, MO)

Audience: Teachers who have a strong desire for continuous professional improvement

Dates: 9/10/2024 to 3/11/2025

DATES: Tuesday, September 10; Thursday, November 14, 2024; Wednesday, January 29; Tuesday, March 11, 2025

TIME: 9:00am-3:00pm

LOCATION: TBD - Hannibal area

COST: Free (automatic scholarships) - lunch on your own

This program offers support for mid-career teachers.

MTDS Developing Stories Through Powerful Task Design is part of the Missouri Teacher Development System and is open to any teacher who has
-a strong desire for professional improvement, and
-although not a requirement, it is strongly recommended to have completed MTDS Teacher Academy.

This opportunity provides
>a state-wide event with national expert John Antonetti,
>a copy of John's book Powerful Task Design,
>consultant support,
>networking with other teachers, and
>competency-based programming.

5. MTDS Purposeful Lesson Planning (BTAP B)

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Truman State University (Kirksville, MO)

Audience: Any teacher who has completed a Beginning Teacher Assistance Program in Missouri

Dates: 9/23/2024 to 2/26/2025

DATES: Monday, September 23; Friday, November 8, 2024; Monday, January 27; Wednesday, February 26, 2025

TIME: 9:00am-3:00pm

LOCATION: Truman State University Violette Hall TBA

COST: Free (automatic scholarship) - morning refreshments and lunch included

You made it through the school year, but your learning never stops! Continue your growth as an emerging teacher!

This program offers continued support for early career teachers.

Purposeful Lesson Planning is part of the Missouri Teacher Development System (MTDS) and is open to any teacher who has completed a Beginning Teacher Assistance Program in Missouri.

This professional development opportunity provides--
-consultant support;
-networking with other teachers; and
-competency-based programming.

6. MTDS Designing for Engagement and Critical Thinking (BTAP C)

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Truman State University (Kirksville, MO)

Audience: early educators, those who are entering the profession through other means (such as alternative certification), or those navigating changes in content or grade-level

Dates: 9/30/2024 to 2/24/2025

DATES: Monday, September 30; Monday, November 4, 2024; Wednesday, January 29; Monday, February 24, 2025

TIME: 9:00am-3:00pm

LOCATION: Truman State University TBA

COST: Free (automatic scholarship) - morning refreshments and lunch included

Take your lesson design to the next level! Learn how to design tasks that promote engagement and critical thinking in your students while also designing your own individual learning as a teacher.

This program offers continued support for
*early educators,
*those who are entering the profession through other means (such as alternative certification), or
*those navigating changes in content or grade-level.

Join us if you are a teacher who wants to-
-learn research and evidence-based practices that promote critical thinking and problem-solving,
-dive deeper into a topic of interest that you want to incorporate into your classroom, and
-set growth goals for your students and for yourself.

This program is part of the Missouri Teacher Development System (MTDS).

7. Social Studies Updates from DESE with Dr. Rhett Oldham

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Truman State University (Kirksville, MO)

Audience: Grades 6-12 Social Studies Teachers

Dates: 11/4/2024

Starting Today
DATE: Monday, November 4, 2024

TIME: 9:00am-3:00pm

LOCATION: Truman State University Student Union Building Alumni Room (2105)

COST: $20 - morning refreshments and lunch provided

Be part of the conversation about Missouri Social Studies curriculum, instruction, and assessment. Join educators from northeast Missouri to explore new resources, ask questions, and share ideas all related to grades 6-12 social studies by attending the Northeast Social Studies Consortium Meetings held throughout the school year. (See all consortium meeting dates below.)

For this consortium meeting, new DESE Social Studies Director Dr. Rhett Oldham has been invited to speak, and the consortium is inviting all social studies teachers, especially grades 6-12, to attend. Dr. Oldham is excited to collaborate with educators across the state. Even with all the challenges faced in education, it is an exciting time to be in the classroom!

In this workshop, he will address the following topics:

>The Missouri Civics Education Initiative and How It Applies to Your Classroom,

>Holocaust Education (Senate Bill 681 and 682) - What is Required,

>AI in Education - What Approaches Can Be Effective in Implementation,

>EOC Government - It Really Comes Down to Strong Pedagogy,

>Opportunities for Professional Development for Teachers, and

>Travel for Teachers at Little to No Cost
.

There will be a question-and-answer session at the end of the workshop.

The dates for the 2024-2025 Northeast Social Studies Consortium meetings are September 9, November 4, January 17, and March 17. Register for each date separately if you plan to attend. For more information about these meetings, contact Dan Sullivan at dsullivan@novinger.k12.mo.us.

8. Fostering Thoughtful Minds: Intro to Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics - Grades 3-6

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Truman State University (Kirksville, MO)

Audience: Grades 3-6 Math Teachers

Dates: 11/5/2024

Starting Soon
DATE: Tuesday, November 5, 2024

TIME: 9:00am-3:00pm

LOCATION: Truman State University Violette Hall 2351 (2nd floor, southeast side)

COST: $60 - morning refreshments and lunch included

This workshop offers educators an introduction to Peter Liljedahl's renowned Building Thinking Classrooms (BTC) book. Participants will gain insights into fostering a culture of deep mathematical thinking and problem-solving skills within their classroom.

Participants will delve into an introduction of BTC by observing a lesson modeled on ideas presented in the book, followed by an examination of the innovative approaches to collaborative problem-solving, student-centered instruction, and mathematical discourse experienced in the lesson. Through this overview of Liljedahl's book, participants will discover how this type of instruction can help create a supportive learning environment that encourages students to engage meaningfully with mathematical concepts.

Whether you're a seasoned teacher or beginning educator, this workshop will provide a dynamic space for professional growth and collaboration. Join us as we discuss the benefits of Building Thinking Classrooms as a way to inspire lifelong learners and cultivate a culture of mathematical excellence in your classroom.

9. Transition Tuesday Lunch & Learn: Using MO Connections Surveys for Transition

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: Virtual (online, MO)

Dates: 11/5/2024

Starting Soon
DATE: Tuesday, November 5, 2024

TIME: 11:30am-12:30pm

LOCATION: Virtual by Zoom (link will be e-mailed the day of the workshop)

COST: Free

Transition Tuesday Lunch & Learn will be a series of four one-hour virtual workshops--October, November, March, April--provided by the Missouri Regional Professional Development Centers Effective Practice Special Education Improvement Consultants. Each workshop will focus on a different Transition topic. Please register for each month you'd like to attend separately. Dates and topics for each workshop are listed below.

Dates and topics (register for each separately):
Tuesday, October 15: Form C Goals and Services
Tuesday, November 5: Using MO Connections Surveys for Transition
Tuesday, March 11: Hosting a Transition Fair
Tuesday, April 8: Career & Technical Education Best Practices for Special Populations

10. Fostering Thoughtful Minds: Intro to Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics - Grades 3-6 - Palmyra

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Palmyra, MO (Palmyra, MO)

Audience: Grades 3-6 Math Teachers

Dates: 11/6/2024

Starting Soon
DATE: Wednesday, November 6, 2024

TIME: 9:00am-3:00pm

LOCATION: Northeast Power - 3705 N. Business 61, Palmyra

COST: Free - lunch on your own

This workshop offers educators an introduction to Peter Liljedahl's renowned Building Thinking Classrooms (BTC) book. Participants will gain insights into fostering a culture of deep mathematical thinking and problem-solving skills within their classroom.

Participants will delve into an introduction of BTC by observing a lesson modeled on ideas presented in the book, followed by an examination of the innovative approaches to collaborative problem-solving, student-centered instruction, and mathematical discourse experienced in the lesson. Through this overview of Liljedahl's book, participants will discover how this type of instruction can help create a supportive learning environment that encourages students to engage meaningfully with mathematical concepts.

Whether you're a seasoned teacher or beginning educator, this workshop will provide a dynamic space for professional growth and collaboration. Join us as we discuss the benefits of Building Thinking Classrooms as a way to inspire lifelong learners and cultivate a culture of mathematical excellence in your classroom.

11. Prepping Students for Life--Transition Academy Day 2: Developing Self-Determined Students & Determining Appropriate Assessments

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Truman State University (Kirksville, MO)

Audience: Special Education staff involved in the creation and implementation of Transition Plans

Dates: 11/6/2024

Starting Soon
DATE: Wednesday, November 6, 2024

TIME: 9:00am-3:00pm

LOCATION: Truman State University TBA

COST: $60 - morning refreshments and lunch included

In this workshop, participants will learn steps to increase the support that students require in the college/career planning process, as well as how to build self-determined students capable of advocating for themselves. Participants will also explore age-appropriate assessments for Transition.

Area agencies/services will be at this workshop to present what they have to offer students and schools and will be available to answer questions:
>Vocational Rehabilitation,
>Transition Liaison,
>Missouri Connection,
>MPACT, and
>Assistive Technology.

This workshop will be especially beneficial to Special Education staff involved in the creation and implementation of Transition Plans.

12. Prepping Students for Life--Transition Academy Day 2: Developing Self-Determined Students & Determining Appropriate Assessments - Virtual

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Virtual (Internet, MO)

Audience: Special Education staff involved in the creation and implementation of Transition Plans

Dates: 11/6/2024

Starting Soon
DATE: Wednesday, November 6, 2024

TIME: 9:00am-3:00pm

LOCATION: Virtual by Zoom

COST: Free

In this workshop, participants will learn steps to increase the support that students require in the college/career planning process, as well as how to build self-determined students capable of advocating for themselves. Participants will also explore age-appropriate assessments for Transition.

Area agencies/services will be at this workshop to present what they have to offer students and schools and will be available to answer questions:
>Vocational Rehabilitation,
>Transition Liaison,
>Missouri Connection,
>MPACT, and
>Assistive Technology.

This workshop will be especially beneficial to Special Education staff involved in the creation and implementation of Transition Plans.

13. Fostering Thoughtful Minds: Intro to Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics - Grades 6-12 - Palmyra

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Palmyra, MO (Palmyra, MO)

Audience: Grades 6-12 Math Teachers

Dates: 11/7/2024

Starting Soon
DATE: Thursday, November 7, 2024

TIME: 9:00am-3:00pm

LOCATION: Northeast Power - 3705 N. Business 61, Palmyra

COST: Free - lunch on your own

This workshop offers educators an introduction to Peter Liljedahl's renowned Building Thinking Classrooms (BTC) book. Participants will gain insights into fostering a culture of deep mathematical thinking and problem-solving skills within their classroom.

Participants will delve into an introduction of BTC by observing a lesson modeled on ideas presented in the book, followed by an examination of the innovative approaches to collaborative problem-solving, student-centered instruction, and mathematical discourse experienced in the lesson. Through this overview of Liljedahl's book, participants will discover how this type of instruction can help create a supportive learning environment that encourages students to engage meaningfully with mathematical concepts.

Whether you're a seasoned teacher or beginning educator, this workshop will provide a dynamic space for professional growth and collaboration. Join us as we discuss the benefits of Building Thinking Classrooms as a way to inspire lifelong learners and cultivate a culture of mathematical excellence in your classroom.

14. Literacy Coaches' Coffee Conversations - Meeting 2 [Kirksville]

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Truman State University (Kirksville, MO)

Audience: K-5 Educators

Dates: 11/7/2024

Starting Soon
DATE: Thursday, November 7, 2024

TIME: 9:00am-12:00pm

LOCATION: Truman State University Violette Hall 2351 (2nd floor, southeast side)

COST: Free

There will be three meetings throughout this school year. Participants will need to register for each meeting separately. (All meeting dates listed below.)
These meetings will be a collaborative effort for educators to focus on--and participate in--the DESE Read, Lead, Exceed initiatives.
The meetings will provide teachers with best practices for effective literacy acquisition, instruction, and intervention to support LETRS and the Science of Reading teaching practices.

Topics covered in these meetings are--
>state-approved assessments,
>RSP data,
>progress monitoring,
>lesson planning to integrate evidence-based practices,
>intervention supports,
>Q&A sessions, and
>other topics as requested.

Kirksville meeting dates are October 1, November 7, and March 4.
(Palmyra meeting dates are October 14, November 5, and March 3.)

This meeting aligns with and supports Missouri Teacher/Leader Standards 1, 2, & 7.

15. Empowering Administration: Roundtable on Mathematical Fluency

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Truman State University (Kirksville, MO)

Audience: Grades K-12 Administrators and/or Math Leaders

Dates: 11/12/2024

DATE: Tuesday, November 12, 2024

TIME: 9:00am-12:00pm

LOCATION: Truman State University TBA

COST: Free

Join us for a dynamic roundtable discussion tailored for administrators and math leaders focused on enhancing mathematical fluency. This collaborative workshop will delve into the importance of mathematical fluency and strategies for fostering it within schools.

During this interactive workshop, participants will have the opportunity to share insights, best practices, and challenges related to promoting mathematical fluency among students. Various approaches and resources aimed at supporting teachers in integrating fluency-building activities into their instructional practices will be explored.

Whether seeking to deepen your understanding of mathematical fluency or looking to refine existing strategies, this roundtable discussion offers a valuable opportunity to connect with peers, exchange ideas, and collaborate on advancing mathematical proficiency in your educational community. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with fellow administrators in this second of four workshops aimed to help participants gain valuable insights and take meaningful steps towards enhancing students' math success in your school!

16. Northeast Math Consortium - Meeting 2

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Truman State University (Kirksville, MO)

Audience: Grades 6-12 Math Teachers

Dates: 11/12/2024

DATE: Tuesday, November 12, 2024

TIME: 9:00am - ~3:00pm

LOCATION: Truman State University TBA

COST: Free - lunch on your own

Be part of the conversation about Missouri Math curriculum, instruction, and assessment. Join educators from northeast Missouri to explore new resources, ask questions, and share ideas all related to grades 6-12 math by attending the Northeast Math Consortium Meetings held throughout the school year. (See all consortium meeting dates below.)

The dates for the 2024-2054 Northeast Math Consortium meetings are September 24, November 12, January 21, and March 25. Register for each date separately if you plan to attend. For more information about these meetings, contact Kyle Fleshman at kfleshman@putnamcountyr1.net.

17. MAP-A Lunch & Learn: Planning Instruction with Essential Elements

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: Virtual (online, MO)

Dates: 11/12/2024

DATE: Tuesday, November 12, 2024

TIME: 11:30am-12:30pm

LOCATION: Virtual by Zoom (link will be sent prior to workshop)

COST: Free

MAP-A Lunch & Learn will be a series of once a month--October through May--one-hour virtual workshops provided by the Missouri Regional Professional Development Centers Effective Practice Special Education Improvement Consultants. Each month will focus on a different MAP-A topic. Please register separately for each month you'd like to attend. Dates and topics for each month are listed below.

Dates and topics (register for each separately):
Friday, October 11: Engagement Activities for ELA
Tuesday, November 12: Planning Instruction with Essential Elements
Thursday, December 12: Fall Progress Reports & Data Extracts
Monday, January 13: DLM Resources and Reminders
Wednesday, February 19: MAP-A Eligibility
Monday, March 24: Assessing Writing with MAP-A
Wednesday, April 16: MAP-A Questions & Answers
Wednesday, May 7: Spring Report & Parent Contact

18. Empowering Math Teachers: Roundtable on Effective Routines and Strategies for Teachers - Grades 3-6

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Truman State University (Kirksville, MO)

Audience: Grades 3-6 Math Teachers

Dates: 11/13/2024

DATE: Wednesday, November 13, 2024

TIME: 9:00am-3:00pm

LOCATION: Truman State University TBA

COST: $60 - morning refreshments and lunch included

Join us for an immersive roundtable workshop designed to equip educators with effective classroom routines and strategies that seamlessly integrate into their teaching practice. This hands-on roundtable will provide teachers with practical tools and techniques to cultivate dynamic learning environments.

Throughout the roundtable, participants will share a variety of routines and strategies aimed at optimizing instructional time, fostering student engagement, and cultivating a positive classroom culture. Through interactive activities, collaborative discussions, and peer sharing, participants will depart with a toolkit of innovative approaches to enrich their teaching practice.

Don't miss this opportunity to connect with fellow educators in this second of four workshops that will provide participants with the opportunity to explore new ideas and unlock the full potential of their classroom!

19. Empowering Math Teachers: Roundtable on Effective Routines and Strategies for Teachers - Grades 6-12

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Truman State University (Kirksville, MO)

Audience: Grades 6-12 Math Teachers

Dates: 11/14/2024

DATE: Thursday, November 14, 2024

TIME: 9:00am-3:00pm

LOCATION: Truman State University TBA

COST: $60 - morning refreshments and lunch included

Join us for an immersive roundtable workshop designed to equip educators with effective classroom routines and strategies that seamlessly integrate into their teaching practice. This hands-on roundtable will provide teachers with practical tools and techniques to cultivate dynamic learning environments.

Throughout the roundtable, participants will share a variety of routines and strategies aimed at optimizing instructional time, fostering student engagement, and cultivating a positive classroom culture. Through interactive activities, collaborative discussions, and peer sharing, participants will depart with a toolkit of innovative approaches to enrich their teaching practice.

Don't miss this opportunity to connect with fellow educators in this second of four workshops that will provide participants with the opportunity to explore new ideas and unlock the full potential of their classroom!

20. Science Updates from DESE with Susan German

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Truman State University (Kirksville, MO)

Audience: Grades 5-12 Science Teachers

Dates: 11/15/2024

DATE: Friday, November 15, 2024

TIME: 9:00am-3:00pm

LOCATION: Truman State University Student Union Building Activities Room (3200)

COST: $20 - includes morning refreshments and lunch

Be part of the conversation about Missouri Science curriculum, instruction, and assessment. Join educators from northeast Missouri to explore new resources, ask questions, and share ideas all related to grades 5-12 science by attending the Northeast Science Consortium Meetings held throughout the school year. (See all consortium meeting dates below.)

Susan German,* DESE Science Director, has been invited to come to this Northeast Science Consortium meeting, and the consortium is inviting all grade 5-12 science teachers to attend.

Susan plans to present on --

>Performance Level Descriptors (PLDs) - What they are and how they can be helpful,

>Assessment Questions - Using the PLD as a means to assess the rigor of your assessment questions, and

>Artificial Intelligence - How prompt engineering is useful assistance to teachers, as well as using AI to produce questions (and then check with the PLDs).


Support student achievement in science and add to your toolbox as you gain new information for teaching science. Meet Susan and ask the questions that have been accumulating.

*Susan German has 29 years of experience teaching math and science in grades 6-12. She holds National Board Certification in Adolescence and Young Adulthood Science and holds degrees in several content areas, including Science Education.

The dates for the 2024-2054 Northeast Science Consortium meetings are September 20, November 15, January 17, and March 21. Register for each date separately if you plan to attend. For more information about these meetings, contact David Cook at dcook@kirksville.k12.mo.us.

21. Prepping Students for Life--Transition Academy Day 3: Knowing Your Workforce Partners

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Truman State University (Kirksville, MO)

Audience: Special Education staff involved in the creation and implementation of Transition Plans

Dates: 11/18/2024

DATE: Monday, November 18, 2024

TIME: 9:00am-3:00pm

LOCATION: Truman State University TBA

COST: $60 - morning refreshments and lunch included

In this workshop, participants will be provided with connections to a few of the outside agencies that bring benefits to students in the Transition stage.

Area agencies will be at this workshop to present what they have to offer students and schools, as well as be available to answer questions:
>Transition Liaison,
>Pre-ETS Horizons,
>The Color-Coded Chef, and
>Career Technical Education.

This workshop will be especially beneficial to Special Education staff involved in the creation and implementation of Transition Plans.

22. Prepping Students for Life--Transition Academy Day 3: Knowing Your Workforce Partners - Virtual

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Virtual (Internet, MO)

Audience: Special Education staff involved in the creation and implementation of Transition Plans

Dates: 11/18/2024

DATE: Monday, November 18, 2024

TIME: 9:00am-3:00pm

LOCATION: Virtual by Zoom

COST: Free

In this workshop, participants will be provided with connections to a few of the outside agencies that bring benefits to students in the Transition stage.

Area agencies will be at this workshop to present what they have to offer students and schools, as well as be available to answer questions:
>Transition Liaison,
>Pre-ETS Horizons,
>The Color-Coded Chef, and
>Career Technical Education.

This workshop will be especially beneficial to Special Education staff involved in the creation and implementation of Transition Plans.

23. Title I English Language Arts Consortium - Meeting 2

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Truman State University (Kirksville, MO)

Audience: Title I Teachers

Dates: 11/19/2024

DATES: Tuesday, November 19, 2024

TIME: 9:00am-2:30pm

LOCATION: Truman State University TBA

COST: Free - lunch on your own

Consortiums provide an opportunity for a collaborative effort among teachers for the common goal of improving educational services for children.

This consortium meeting will provide Title I teachers with initiatives and practices related to high-quality instruction, as well as powerful collaboration among other northeast area Title I teachers.

This workshop aligns with and supports Missouri Teacher/Leader Standards 1, 2, & 7.

24. ELA Consortium - Grades 9-12 - Meeting 2

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Truman State University (Kirksville, MO)

Audience: English Language Arts Teachers, Special Education Teachers

Dates: 11/21/2024

DATE: Thursday, November 21, 2024

TIME: 9:00am-2:30pm

LOCATION: Truman State University TBA

COST: Free - lunch on your own

In this consortium, participants will have the opportunity to examine and experience research-based practices modeled with a focus on quality instruction and curriculum.

Consortium members will --
>discuss programming, materials, and tools that effectively meet educational needs.
>discuss high-quality research-based materials.
>reflect on the success of their activities through formal and informal data gathering.

This workshop aligns with and supports Missouri Teacher/Leader Standards: 1, 2, & 7.

25. How to Collect Data and Progress Monitor to Drive Instruction

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Truman State University (Kirksville, MO)

Audience: Special Education Teachers, Administrators, Process Coordinators, and General Education Teachers

Dates: 12/4/2024

DATE: Wednesday, December 4, 2024

TIME: 9:00am-12:00pm

LOCATION: Truman State University TBA

COST: Free

Data, Data, Data: How do I collect it? What do I do with it?

In this workshop, participants will gain an understanding of progress monitoring and learn a variety of ways to collect specific data, as well as how to use it to drive instruction.

This workshop aligns with and supports Missouri Teacher/Leader Standards: 1, 2, 3, & 7.

26. Specially Designed Instruction: Data, Data, Data--What do I do with it?

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Truman State University (Kirksville, MO)

Audience: General Education Teachers and Special Education Teachers

Dates: 12/4/2024

DATE: December 4, 2024

TIME: 12:45-3:45pm

LOCATION: Truman State University TBA

COST: Free

In this workshop, participants will be able to follow the framework for Specially Designed Instruction to address the unique needs of the student; to adapt--as necessary--the content, methodology, or delivery of instruction to ensure access to the general curriculum; and to prepare students for further education, employment, and independent living.

Participants will work with the data they have collected to drive instruction and accommodations and/or modifications for individual students.

Please bring data with you to this workshop, as well as a device to access the internet.

27. Specially Designed Instruction: Data, Data, Data--What do I do with it? - Virtual

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Virtual (Internet, MO)

Audience: General Education Teachers and Special Education Teachers

Dates: 12/4/2024

DATE: December 4, 2024

TIME: 12:45-3:45pm

LOCATION: Virtual by Zoom (link sent prior to workshop)

COST: Free

In this workshop, participants will be able to follow the framework for Specially Designed Instruction to address the unique needs of the student; to adapt--as necessary--the content, methodology, or delivery of instruction to ensure access to the general curriculum; and to prepare students for further education, employment, and independent living.

Participants will work with the data they have collected to drive instruction and accommodations and/or modifications for individual students.

Please bring data with you to this workshop, as well as a device to access the internet.

28. ELA Consortium - Grades 6-8 - Meeting 2

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Macon Co. R-I (Macon, MO)

Audience: English Language Arts Teachers, Special Education Teachers

Dates: 12/5/2024

DATE: Thursday, December 5, 2024

TIME: 9:00am-2:30pm

LOCATION: Macon R-I Central Office Building - 902 N. Missouri St., Macon (Onshore Building)

COST: Free - lunch on your own

In this consortium, participants will have the opportunity to examine and experience research-based practices modeled with a focus on quality instruction and curriculum.

Consortium members will --
>discuss programming, materials, and tools that effectively meet educational needs.
>discuss high-quality research-based materials.
>reflect on the success of their activities through formal and informal data gathering.

This workshop aligns with and supports Missouri Teacher/Leader Standards: 1, 2, & 7.

29. MAP-A Lunch & Learn: Fall Progress Reports & Data Extracts

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: Virtual (online, MO)

Dates: 12/12/2024

DATE: Thursday, December 12, 2024

TIME: 11:30am-12:30pm

LOCATION: Virtual by Zoom (link will be sent prior to workshop)

COST: Free

MAP-A Lunch & Learn will be a series of once a month--October through May--one-hour virtual workshops provided by the Missouri Regional Professional Development Centers Effective Practice Special Education Improvement Consultants. Each month will focus on a different MAP-A topic. Please register separately for each month you'd like to attend. Dates and topics for each month are listed below.

Dates and topics (register for each separately):
Friday, October 11: Engagement Activities for ELA
Tuesday, November 12: Planning Instruction with Essential Elements
Thursday, December 12: Fall Progress Reports & Data Extracts
Monday, January 13: DLM Resources and Reminders
Wednesday, February 19: MAP-A Eligibility
Monday, March 24: Assessing Writing with MAP-A
Wednesday, April 16: MAP-A Questions & Answers
Wednesday, May 7: Spring Report & Parent Contact

30. Northeast Social Studies Consortium - Meeting 3

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Truman State University (Kirksville, MO)

Audience: Grades 6-12 Social Studies Teachers

Dates: 1/9/2025

DATE: Monday, January 17, 2025

TIME: 9:00am - ~3:00pm

LOCATION: Truman State University TBA

COST: Free - lunch on your own

Be part of the conversation about Missouri Social Studies curriculum, instruction, and assessment. Join educators from northeast Missouri to explore new resources, ask questions, and share ideas all related to grades 6-12 social studies by attending the Northeast Social Studies Consortium Meetings held throughout the school year. (See all dates below.)

The dates for the 2024-2025 Northeast Social Studies Consortium meetings are September 9, November 4, January 17, and March 17. Register for each date separately if you plan to attend. For more information about these meetings, contact Dan Sullivan at dsullivan@novinger.k12.mo.us.

31. MAP-A Lunch & Learn: DLM Resources and Reminders

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: Virtual (online, MO)

Dates: 1/13/2025

DATE: Monday, January 13, 2025

TIME: 11:30am-12:30pm

LOCATION: Virtual by Zoom (link will be sent prior to workshop)

COST: Free

MAP-A Lunch & Learn will be a series of once a month--October through May--one-hour virtual workshops provided by the Missouri Regional Professional Development Centers Effective Practice Special Education Improvement Consultants. Each month will focus on a different MAP-A topic. Please register separately for each month you'd like to attend. Dates and topics for each month are listed below.

Dates and topics (register for each separately):
Friday, October 11: Engagement Activities for ELA
Tuesday, November 12: Planning Instruction with Essential Elements
Thursday, December 12: Fall Progress Reports & Data Extracts
Monday, January 13: DLM Resources and Reminders
Wednesday, February 19: MAP-A Eligibility
Monday, March 24: Assessing Writing with MAP-A
Wednesday, April 16: MAP-A Questions & Answers
Wednesday, May 7: Spring Report & Parent Contact

32. Northeast Science Consortium - Meeting 3

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Truman State University (Kirksville, MO)

Audience: Grades 5-12 Science Teachers

Dates: 1/17/2025

DATE: Friday, January 17, 2025

TIME: 9:00am - ~3:00pm

LOCATION: Truman State University TBA

COST: Free - lunch on your own

Be part of the conversation about Missouri Science curriculum, instruction, and assessment. Join educators from northeast Missouri to explore new resources, ask questions, and share ideas all related to grades 5-12 science by attending the Northeast Science Consortium Meetings held throughout the school year. (See all consortium meeting dates below.)

The dates for the 2024-2054 Northeast Science Consortium meetings are September 20, November 15, January 17, and March 21. Register for each date separately if you plan to attend. For more information about these meetings, contact David Cook at dcook@kirksville.k12.mo.us.

33. Math Updates from DESE with Traci Gardner

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Truman State University (Kirksville, MO)

Audience: Grades 6-12 Math Teachers

Dates: 1/21/2025

DATE: Tuesday, January 21, 2025

TIME: 9:00am-3:00pm

LOCATION: Truman State University TBA

COST: $20 - includes morning refreshments and lunch

Be part of the conversation about Missouri Math curriculum, instruction, and assessment. Join educators from northeast Missouri to explore new resources, ask questions, and share ideas all related to grades 6-12 math by attending the Northeast Math Consortium Meetings held throughout the school year. (See all consortium meeting dates below.)

For this consortium meeting, new DESE Math Director Traci Gardner has been invited to speak, and the consortium is inviting all math teachers--especially middle school and high school--to attend. This will be an excellent opportunity to meet her and learn more about her experiences, beliefs, and goals.

Traci plans to cover three basic topics:

>Data review and how to interpret it to assist in your classroom,

>Standards and instruction in the classroom, and

>Vocabulary
.

There will be a question-and-answer session after the presentation. If you have specific questions, email them to Myra Collins at mcollins@truman.edu; she will pass them on to Traci in advance of the meeting.

The dates for the 2024-2054 Northeast Math Consortium meetings are September 24, November 12, January 21, and March 25. Register for each date separately if you plan to attend. For more information about these meetings, contact Kyle Fleshman at kfleshman@putnamcountyr1.net.

34. The Importance of Developing Number Sense and How to Do It

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Truman State University (Kirksville, MO)

Dates: 1/24/2025

DATE: Friday, January 24, 2025

TIME: 9:00am-3:00pm

LOCATION: Truman State University TBA

COST: $60 - morning refreshments and lunch included

Students need the opportunity to develop a strong understanding of math. A deep sense of number is essential if students are to be "ready” for the addition of skills-multiplication, division, fractions-beginning in third grade. They need to be able to approach problem-solving confidently and without fear. They need to experience success from the beginning.

In this workshop, a number of ways to build a stronger number sense in students will be explored. Some of the ways are oldies but goodies; some of them are brand new. All of them are fun and engaging and don't include worksheets!

35. MAP-A: Getting Ready for the Spring Window

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Truman State University (Kirksville, MO)

Audience: Special Education Staff Working with MAP-A

Dates: 2/10/2025

DATE: Monday, February 10, 2025

TIME: 9:00am-12:00pm

LOCATION: Truman State University TBA

COST: Free

This workshop will provide participants with the opportunity to plan for the opening of the spring testing window for MAP-A. During this workshop, participants will be able to discuss obstacles they have encountered and how they have overcome them, as well as receive input and ideas from other MAP-A test examiners.

Please bring a laptop or device to access the Educator Portal.

36. MAP-A: Getting Ready for the Spring Window - Virtual

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Virtual (Internet, MO)

Audience: Special Education Staff Working with MAP-A

Dates: 2/10/2025

DATE: Monday, February 10, 2025

TIME: 9:00am-12:00pm

LOCATION: Virtual by Zoom - link will be sent prior to workshop

COST: Free

This workshop will provide participants with the opportunity to plan for the opening of the spring testing window for MAP-A. During this workshop, participants will be able to discuss obstacles they have encountered and how they have overcome them, as well as receive input and ideas from other MAP-A test examiners.

Please bring a laptop or device to access the Educator Portal.

37. MAP-A Lunch & Learn: MAP-A Eligibility

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: Virtual (online, MO)

Dates: 2/19/2025

DATE: Wednesday, February 19, 2025

TIME: 11:30am-12:30pm

LOCATION: Virtual by Zoom (link will be sent prior to workshop)

COST: Free

MAP-A Lunch & Learn will be a series of once a month--October through May--one-hour virtual workshops provided by the Missouri Regional Professional Development Centers Effective Practice Special Education Improvement Consultants. Each month will focus on a different MAP-A topic. Please register separately for each month you'd like to attend. Dates and topics for each month are listed below.

Dates and topics (register for each separately):
Friday, October 11: Engagement Activities for ELA
Tuesday, November 12: Planning Instruction with Essential Elements
Thursday, December 12: Fall Progress Reports & Data Extracts
Monday, January 13: DLM Resources and Reminders
Wednesday, February 19: MAP-A Eligibility
Monday, March 24: Assessing Writing with MAP-A
Wednesday, April 16: MAP-A Questions & Answers
Wednesday, May 7: Spring Report & Parent Contact

38. Prepping Students for Life--Transition Academy Day 4: End-of-Year Transition Checklist

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Truman State University (Kirksville, MO)

Audience: Special Education staff involved in the creation and implementation of Transition Plans

Dates: 2/24/2025

DATE: Monday, February 24, 2025

TIME: 9:00am-3:00pm

LOCATION: Truman State University TBA

COST: $60 - morning refreshments and lunch included

In this workshop, participants will go through a checklist of items to think about regarding whether or not the appropriate items were completed for students in the Transition stage.

Guest speakers will be at this workshop as well.

Participants will also be able to brainstorm and share ideas "roundtable” style with other districts.

This workshop will be especially beneficial to Special Education staff involved in the creation and implementation of Transition Plans.

39. Prepping Students for Life--Transition Academy Day 4: End-of-Year Transition Checklist - Virtual

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Virtual (Internet, MO)

Audience: Special Education staff involved in the creation and implementation of Transition Plans

Dates: 2/24/2025

DATE: Monday, February 24, 2025

TIME: 9:00am-3:00pm

LOCATION: Virtual by Zoom

COST: Free

In this workshop, participants will go through a checklist of items to think about regarding whether or not the appropriate items were completed for students in the Transition stage.

Guest speakers will be at this workshop as well.

Participants will also be able to brainstorm and share ideas "roundtable” style with other districts.

This workshop will be especially beneficial to Special Education staff involved in the creation and implementation of Transition Plans.

40. Literacy Coaches' Coffee Conversations - Meeting 3 [Palmyra]

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Palmyra, MO (Palmyra, MO)

Audience: K-5 Educators

Dates: 3/3/2025

DATE: Monday, March 3, 2025

TIME: 9:00am-12:00pm

LOCATION: Northeast Power - 3705 N Business 61, Palmyra

COST: Free

There will be three meetings throughout this school year. Participants will need to register for each meeting separately. (All meeting dates listed below.)
These meetings will be a collaborative effort for educators to focus on--and participate in--the DESE Read, Lead, Exceed initiatives.
The meetings will provide teachers with best practices for effective literacy acquisition, instruction, and intervention to support LETRS and the Science of Reading teaching practices.

Topics covered in these meetings are--
>state-approved assessments,
>RSP data,
>progress monitoring,
>lesson planning to integrate evidence-based practices,
>intervention supports,
>Q&A sessions, and
>other topics as requested.

Palmyra meeting dates are October 14, November 5, and March 3.
(Kirksville meeting dates are October 1, November 7, and March 4.)

This meeting aligns with and supports Missouri Teacher/Leader Standards 1, 2, & 7.

41. Literacy Coaches' Coffee Conversations - Meeting 3 [Kirksville]

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Truman State University (Kirksville, MO)

Audience: K-5 Educators

Dates: 3/4/2025

DATE: Tuesday, March 4, 2025

TIME: 9:00am-12:00pm

LOCATION: Truman State University TBA

COST: Free

There will be three meetings throughout this school year. Participants will need to register for each meeting separately. (All meeting dates listed below.)
These meetings will be a collaborative effort for educators to focus on--and participate in--the DESE Read, Lead, Exceed initiatives.
The meetings will provide teachers with best practices for effective literacy acquisition, instruction, and intervention to support LETRS and the Science of Reading teaching practices.

Topics covered in these meetings are--
>state-approved assessments,
>RSP data,
>progress monitoring,
>lesson planning to integrate evidence-based practices,
>intervention supports,
>Q&A sessions, and
>other topics as requested.

Kirksville meeting dates are October 1, November 7, and March 4.
(Palmyra meeting dates are October 14, November 5, and March 3.)

This meeting aligns with and supports Missouri Teacher/Leader Standards 1, 2, & 7.

42. Transition Tuesday Lunch & Learn: Hosting a Transition Fair

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: Virtual (online, MO)

Dates: 3/11/2025

DATE: Tuesday, March 11, 2025

TIME: 11:30am-12:30pm

LOCATION: Virtual by Zoom (link will be e-mailed the day of the workshop)

COST: Free

Transition Tuesday Lunch & Learn will be a series of four one-hour virtual workshops--October, November, March, April--provided by the Missouri Regional Professional Development Centers Effective Practice Special Education Improvement Consultants. Each workshop will focus on a different Transition topic. Please register for each month you'd like to attend separately. Dates and topics for each workshop are listed below.

Dates and topics (register for each separately):
Tuesday, October 15: Form C Goals and Services
Tuesday, November 5: Using MO Connections Surveys for Transition
Tuesday, March 11: Hosting a Transition Fair
Tuesday, April 8: Career & Technical Education Best Practices for Special Populations

43. Northeast Social Studies Consortium - Meeting 4

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Truman State University (Kirksville, MO)

Audience: Grades 6-12 Social Studies Teachers

Dates: 3/17/2025

DATE: Monday, March 17, 2025

TIME: 9:00am - ~3:00pm

LOCATION: Truman State University TBA

COST: Free - lunch on your own

Be part of the conversation about Missouri Social Studies curriculum, instruction, and assessment. Join educators from northeast Missouri to explore new resources, ask questions, and share ideas all related to grades 6-12 social studies by attending the Northeast Social Studies Consortium Meetings held throughout the school year. (See all dates below.)

The dates for the 2024-2025 Northeast Social Studies Consortium meetings are September 9, November 4, January 17, and March 17. Register for each date separately if you plan to attend. For more information about these meetings, contact Dan Sullivan at dsullivan@novinger.k12.mo.us.

44. MTDS Mastering: Professional Development Committee

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Truman State University (Kirksville, MO)

Audience: professional development committees

Dates: 3/20/2025

DATE: Thursday, March 20, 2025

TIME: 9:00am-3:00pm

LOCATION: Truman State University TBA

COST: $60 - morning refreshments and lunch included

This workshop is designed for members of professional development committees who want to provide powerful professional development opportunities for their schools and districts.

At the completion of this workshop, participants will-
-understand the roles and responsibilities of effective Professional Development Committees (PDCs),
-examine the relationship between student growth, educator evaluation, and professional learning,
-explore the criteria for evaluating professional development and the appropriate budgeting of funds, and
-draft or review the PDC Plan for the school year using the Missouri Professional Learning Guidelines (revised 2020) and district/building goals.

This program is part of the Missouri Teacher Development System (MTDS)

Suggested items to bring to this workshop to aid in discussion and planning are your
>Current PDC Plan,
>CSIP,
>Building school improvement goals,
>Needs assessment results (if available), and
>District/building focus areas for educator evaluation and teacher growth plans (if available).

45. Northeast Science Consortium - Meeting 4

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Truman State University (Kirksville, MO)

Audience: Grades 5-12 Science Teachers

Dates: 3/21/2025

DATE: Friday, March 21, 2025

TIME: 9:00am - ~3:00pm

LOCATION: Truman State University TBA

COST: Free - lunch on your own

Be part of the conversation about Missouri Science curriculum, instruction, and assessment. Join educators from northeast Missouri to explore new resources, ask questions, and share ideas all related to grades 5-12 science by attending the Northeast Science Consortium Meetings held throughout the school year. (See all consortium meeting dates below.)

The dates for the 2024-2054 Northeast Science Consortium meetings are September 20, November 15, January 17, and March 21. Register for each date separately if you plan to attend. For more information about these meetings, contact David Cook at dcook@kirksville.k12.mo.us.

46. MAP-A Lunch & Learn: Assessing Writing with MAP-A

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: Virtual (online, MO)

Dates: 3/24/2025

DATE: Monday, March 24, 2025

TIME: 11:30am-12:30pm

LOCATION: Virtual by Zoom (link will be sent prior to workshop)

COST: Free

MAP-A Lunch & Learn will be a series of once a month--October through May--one-hour virtual workshops provided by the Missouri Regional Professional Development Centers Effective Practice Special Education Improvement Consultants. Each month will focus on a different MAP-A topic. Please register separately for each month you'd like to attend. Dates and topics for each month are listed below.

Dates and topics (register for each separately):
Friday, October 11: Engagement Activities for ELA
Tuesday, November 12: Planning Instruction with Essential Elements
Thursday, December 12: Fall Progress Reports & Data Extracts
Monday, January 13: DLM Resources and Reminders
Wednesday, February 19: MAP-A Eligibility
Monday, March 24: Assessing Writing with MAP-A
Wednesday, April 16: MAP-A Questions & Answers
Wednesday, May 7: Spring Report & Parent Contact

47. Northeast Math Consortium - Meeting 4

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Truman State University (Kirksville, MO)

Audience: Grades 6-12 Math Teachers

Dates: 3/25/2025

DATE: Tuesday, March 25, 2025

TIME: 9:00am - ~3:00pm

LOCATION: Truman State University TBA

COST: Free - lunch on your own

Be part of the conversation about Missouri Math curriculum, instruction, and assessment. Join educators from northeast Missouri to explore new resources, ask questions, and share ideas all related to grades 6-12 math by attending the Northeast Math Consortium Meetings held throughout the school year. (See all consortium meeting dates below.)

The dates for the 2024-2054 Northeast Math Consortium meetings are September 24, November 12, January 21, and March 25. Register for each date separately if you plan to attend. For more information about these meetings, contact Kyle Fleshman at kfleshman@putnamcountyr1.net.

48. Transition Tuesday Lunch & Learn: Career & Technical Education Best Practices for Special Populations

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: Virtual (online, MO)

Dates: 4/8/2025

DATE: Tuesday, April 8, 2025

TIME: 11:30am-12:30pm

LOCATION: Virtual by Zoom (link will be e-mailed the day of the workshop)

COST: Free

Transition Tuesday Lunch & Learn will be a series of four one-hour virtual workshops--October, November, March, April--provided by the Missouri Regional Professional Development Centers Effective Practice Special Education Improvement Consultants. Each workshop will focus on a different Transition topic. Please register for each month you'd like to attend separately. Dates and topics for each workshop are listed below.

Dates and topics (register for each separately):
Tuesday, October 15: Form C Goals and Services
Tuesday, November 5: Using MO Connections Surveys for Transition
Tuesday, March 11: Hosting a Transition Fair
Tuesday, April 8: Career & Technical Education Best Practices for Special Populations

49. MAP-A Lunch & Learn: MAP-A Questions & Answers

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: Virtual (online, MO)

Dates: 4/16/2025

DATE: Wednesday, April 16, 2025

TIME: 11:30am-12:30pm

LOCATION: Virtual by Zoom (link will be sent prior to workshop)

COST: Free

MAP-A Lunch & Learn will be a series of once a month--October through May--one-hour virtual workshops provided by the Missouri Regional Professional Development Centers Effective Practice Special Education Improvement Consultants. Each month will focus on a different MAP-A topic. Please register separately for each month you'd like to attend. Dates and topics for each month are listed below.

Dates and topics (register for each separately):
Friday, October 11: Engagement Activities for ELA
Tuesday, November 12: Planning Instruction with Essential Elements
Thursday, December 12: Fall Progress Reports & Data Extracts
Monday, January 13: DLM Resources and Reminders
Wednesday, February 19: MAP-A Eligibility
Monday, March 24: Assessing Writing with MAP-A
Wednesday, April 16: MAP-A Questions & Answers
Wednesday, May 7: Spring Report & Parent Contact

50. MAP-A Lunch & Learn: Spring Report & Parent Contact

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: Virtual (online, MO)

Dates: 5/7/2025

DATE: Wednesday, May 7, 2025

TIME: 11:30am-12:30pm

LOCATION: Virtual by Zoom (link will be sent prior to workshop)

COST: Free

MAP-A Lunch & Learn will be a series of once a month--October through May--one-hour virtual workshops provided by the Missouri Regional Professional Development Centers Effective Practice Special Education Improvement Consultants. Each month will focus on a different MAP-A topic. Please register separately for each month you'd like to attend. Dates and topics for each month are listed below.

Dates and topics (register for each separately):
Friday, October 11: Engagement Activities for ELA
Tuesday, November 12: Planning Instruction with Essential Elements
Thursday, December 12: Fall Progress Reports & Data Extracts
Monday, January 13: DLM Resources and Reminders
Wednesday, February 19: MAP-A Eligibility
Monday, March 24: Assessing Writing with MAP-A
Wednesday, April 16: MAP-A Questions & Answers
Wednesday, May 7: Spring Report & Parent Contact