Frontline Education

1. LETRS Volume 2-Language Comprehension Gainesville Cohort #90 only

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: See Below (Kirksville, MO)

Dates: 7/24/2025 to 1/30/2026

LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) units address each essential component of reading instruction and the foundational concepts that link each component.This Vol. 2 professional learning learning series focuses specifically on oral language and vocabulary, understanding reading comprehension, text-driven comprehension instruction, and the reading-writing connection. Completion of LETRS Vol. 1 (Units 1-4) is a prerequisite to Vol. 2. The 'blended learning' format of Vol. 2 series includes four face-to-face training dates and an online course license (through Lexia Learning) that includes tutorials/videos of effective classroom instruction. Recipients of the MO Read-Lead-Exceed Initiative should have received their V2 manuals from DESE at the start of V1 trainings. If you have questions, contact annettetankersley@missouristate.edu.

2. 25-26 LETRS V2: Language Comprehension Cohort #104 (Bolivar)-invitation only

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Bolivar, Missouri (Bolivar, MO) [map]

Dates: 8/13/2025 to 2/9/2026

LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) units address each essential component of reading instruction and the foundational concepts that link each component. Skilled reading comprehension includes two domains, Word Recognition (Vol. 1 Units 1-4) and Language Comprehension (Vol.2 Units 5-8). This Vol. 2 professional learning series focuses specifically on oral language and vocabulary, understanding reading comprehension, text-driven comprehension instruction, and the reading-writing connection. Completion of LETRS Vol. 1 (Units 1-4) is a prerequisite to Vol. 2. The 'blended learning' format of Vol. 2 series includes four face-to-face training dates and an online course license (through Lexia Learning) that includes tutorials/videos of effective classroom instruction. Lunch is on your own. NOTE: Please select "Purchase Order" as method of payment even for Read-Lead-Exceed award (for our records only). If you have any questions, please contact janaloge@missouristate.edu

3. 25-26 LETRS V1: Word Recognition Cohort #14 (Blue Eye District-Invitation Only)

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: TBD (Springfield, MO)

Dates: 8/27/2025 to 3/26/2026

Limited to MO READ, LEAD, EXCEED Participants Only. LETRS® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) provides teachers with the tools and understanding to teach the essential skills needed for literacy. Teachers learn the "science of reading” so they are able to apply research into classroom application to teach language and literacy skills to every student, no matter the curriculum or program used. LETRS is a blended model of professional development consisting of online course, textbook, and four face-to- face trainings. Kick off 8/11/25 Contact Annette Tankersley for more information: annettetankersley@missouristate.edu

4. 25-26 LETRS V1: Word Recognition Cohort #11

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Dates: 9/8/2025 to 1/12/2026

Closed

Limited to MO READ, LEAD, EXCEED Participants Only. LETRS® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) provides teachers with the tools and understanding to teach the essential skills needed for literacy. Teachers learn the "science of reading” so they are able to apply research into classroom application to teach language and literacy skills to every student, no matter the curriculum or program used. LETRS is a blended model of professional development consisting of online course, textbook, and four face-to- face trainings. Contact Annette Tankersley for more information: annettetankersley@missouristate.edu

5. 25-26 LETRS V2: Language Comprehension Cohort #23

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Dates: 9/9/2025 to 2/9/2026

DESE MO Read, Lead, Exceed participants only. LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) units address each essential component of reading instruction and the foundational concepts that link each component. Skilled reading comprehension includes two domains, Word Recognition (Vol. 1 Units 1-4) and Language Comprehension (Vol.2 Units 5-8). Vol. 2 professional learning focuses specifically on oral language and vocabulary, understanding reading comprehension, text-driven comprehension instruction, and the reading-writing connection. Completion of LETRS Vol. 1 (Units 1-4) is a prerequisite to Vol. 2. For more information, contant Annette Tankersley at annettetankersley@missouristate.edu

6. 25-26 LETRS V2: Language Comprehension C#110 - Republic-invitation only

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Republic R-III Central Office (Republic, MO)

Dates: 9/10/2025 to 4/8/2026

DESE MO Read, Lead, Exceed participants only. LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) units address each essential component of reading instruction and the foundational concepts that link each component. Skilled reading comprehension includes two domains, Word Recognition (Vol. 1 Units 1-4) and Language Comprehension (Vol.2 Units 5-8). Vol. 2 professional learning focuses specifically on oral language and vocabulary, understanding reading comprehension, text-driven comprehension instruction, and the reading-writing connection. Completion of LETRS Vol. 1 (Units 1-4) is a prerequisite to Vol. 2. For more information, contact Amber Perryman at amberperryman@missouristate.edu

7. 25/26 LETRS Volume 1 Word Recognition Seymour Cohort 25 onsite -invitation only

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: TBD (Springfield, MO)

Dates: 9/15/2025 to 4/6/2026

Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling (LETRS) provides educators with the tools and understanding to teach the essential skills needed for literacy. Teachers learn the "science of reading" so they are able to apply research into classroom application no matter the curriculum or program used. The 'blended learning' format of this series includes face-to-face learning through structured models and online tutorials/videos of effective classroom instruction.SPECIAL NOTES: Participants must attend a 90-minute virtual launch in August (dates/times will be sent via email).(1) There are four 'face-to-face' dates for this workshop series. We will focus on each of the four LETRS units respectively: Day 1 and Unit 1, The Challenge of Learning to Read; Day 2/Unit 2: The Speech Sounds of English; Day 3/Unit 3: Teaching Beginning Phonics, Word Recognition, and Spelling Day 4/Unit 4: Advanced Decoding, Spelling, and Word Recognition. Contact Amber Perryman for more information amberperryman@missouristate.edu

8. 25-26 LETRS V2: Language Comprehension Cohort #24

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Dates: 9/16/2025 to 1/20/2026

DESE MO Read, Lead, Exceed participants only. LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) units address each essential component of reading instruction and the foundational concepts that link each component. Skilled reading comprehension includes two domains, Word Recognition (Vol. 1 Units 1-4) and Language Comprehension (Vol.2 Units 5-8). Vol. 2 professional learning focuses specifically on oral language and vocabulary, understanding reading comprehension, text-driven comprehension instruction, and the reading-writing connection. Completion of LETRS Vol. 1 (Units 1-4) is a prerequisite to Vol. 2. For more information, contant Annette Tankersley at annettetankersley@missouristate.edu

9. 25-26 LETRS V1: Word Recognition Cohort #12

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Plaster Student Union, MSU Campus (Springfield, MO) [map]

Dates: 9/22/2025 to 3/30/2026

Limited to MO READ, LEAD, EXCEED Participants Only. LETRS® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) provides teachers with the tools and understanding to teach the essential skills needed for literacy. Teachers learn the "science of reading” so they are able to apply research into classroom application to teach language and literacy skills to every student, no matter the curriculum or program used. LETRS is a blended model of professional development consisting of online course, textbook, and four face-to- face trainings. Contact Annette Tankersley for more information: annettetankersley@missouristate.edu

10. 25-26 LETRS V2: Language Comprehension Cohort #22

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Plaster Student Union, MSU Campus (Springfield, MO) [map]

Dates: 9/22/2025 to 2/24/2026

DESE MO Read, Lead, Exceed participants only. LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) units address each essential component of reading instruction and the foundational concepts that link each component. Skilled reading comprehension includes two domains, Word Recognition (Vol. 1 Units 1-4) and Language Comprehension (Vol.2 Units 5-8). Vol. 2 professional learning focuses specifically on oral language and vocabulary, understanding reading comprehension, text-driven comprehension instruction, and the reading-writing connection. Completion of LETRS Vol. 1 (Units 1-4) is a prerequisite to Vol. 2. For more information, contact Annette Tankersley at annettetankersley@missouristate.edu

11. Community of Vision Educators (CoVE)

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Audience: All educators who serve students who are blind/visually impaired. Teachers, special education teachers, paraprofessionals, parents, and administrators.

Dates: 10/3/2025 to 4/3/2026

Blind Skills Specialists presents Community of Vision Educators (CoVE). The CoVE Group is a professional group that meets to discuss best practices in the field of education for students with visual impairments. ACVREP RPPL credit of up to 2 hours may apply to attendees. There will be six meetings that will focus on various topics. Friday, Oct 3: O&M Unique Intersections Friday, Nov 7: APH Products Friday, Dec 5: Data Collection Friday, Jan 2: Accessibility Friday, Feb 6: Students with Additional Disabilities Friday, April 3: Using and Teaching AI

12. 25-26 LETRS V2: Language Comprehension Cohort #87 (SPS Only)

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: SPS Professional & Virtual Learning Center (Springfield, MO) [map]

Dates: 10/6/2025 to 2/18/2026

DESE MO Read, Lead, Exceed participants only. LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) units address each essential component of reading instruction and the foundational concepts that link each component. Skilled reading comprehension includes two domains, Word Recognition (Vol. 1 Units 1-4) and Language Comprehension (Vol.2 Units 5-8). Vol. 2 professional learning focuses specifically on oral language and vocabulary, understanding reading comprehension, text-driven comprehension instruction, and the reading-writing connection. Completion of LETRS Vol. 1 (Units 1-4) is a prerequisite to Vol. 2. For more information, contact Jenny Dunagan at jennydunagan@missouristate.edu

13. SW*MELL Meet Up October 2025 - Reading instruction for Multilingual learners

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Audience: ELD teachers, all teachers, administrators

Dates: 10/10/2025

FOCUS on reading strategies for MLs. Bring your lunch and connect with educators of English language learners. We will have a focus each meeting as well as time set aside to collaborate and talk with others who are doing what you do! Location of the meeting will be announced before the date.

14. Resources for Students with Visual Impairments

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Audience: All educators who serve students who are blind/visually impaired. Teachers, special education teachers, paraprofessionals, parents, and administrators.

Dates: 11/4/2025

Blind Skills Specialists presents Resources for Students with Visual Impairments. In this workshop we will list the many resources available to educators, students and parents of students with visual impairments. The resources will cover assistive technology, literacy, and much more. ACVREP RPPL credit of up to 3 hours may apply to attendees. Please note: If you register after Thursday, October 30th please contact RubenBerry@MissouriState.edu to have the parking email sent to you.

15. SW*MELL Meet Up November 2025 - Path to graduation for multilingual learners

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Audience: ELD teachers, all teachers, school counselors, administrators

Dates: 11/7/2025

Wait List

FOCUS on helping secondary MLs persist to graduation, with information to share with school counselors. Bring your lunch and connect with educators of English language learners. We will have a focus each meeting as well as time set aside to collaborate and talk with others who are doing what you do! Location of the meeting will be announced before the date. Please note: If you register after Thursday, October 30th please contact RubenBerry@MissouriState.edu to have parking information sent to you.

16. SW*MELL Meet Up Nov 2025 (Neosho) - Small Group Reading for multilingual learners

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Park Central Office Building (Springfield, MO)

Audience: educators of English learners

Dates: 11/10/2025

FOCUS on reading strategies for MLs. Bring your lunch and connect with educators of English language learners. We will have a focus each meeting as well as time set aside to collaborate and talk with others who are doing what you do! The meeting will be held in Neosho school district. Address of meeting space is NSD Learning Center at Neosho Middle School: 1400 Hale McGinty Dr., Neosho, MO

17. SW*MELL Meet Up December 2025 - All things WIDA and ACCESS

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Plaster Student Union, MSU Campus (Springfield, MO) [map]

Audience: ELD teachers, all teachers, administrators

Dates: 12/5/2025

FOCUS on resources available through WIDA and discussion about how to prepare for, facilitate, and benefit from the ACCESS assessment. Bring your lunch and connect with educators of English language learners. We will have a focus each meeting as well as time set aside to collaborate and talk with others who are doing what you do! Location of the meeting will be announced before the date. Please note: If you register after 12/1/2025 - Contact RubenBerry@MissouriState.edu to receive parking pass information as it has already been sent. Thank you

18. Big Behavior Basics - Lamar (Invite Only)

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Lamar Jr. High School (Lamar, MO) [map]

Audience: any teacher supporting students with big behaviors

Dates: 1/5/2026

Closed

This full day workshop is designed to help teachers support students with big behaviors. Teachers will gain strategies in the following areas: proactive classroom management, function based thinking, responding to students during and after behaviors, communicating with parents, regulation, and addressing missing behavioral skills. This workshop is designed for any teacher supporting students with big behaviors.

19. 25-26 Early Childhood LETRS C#2 Spring Session

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Dates: 2/2/2026 to 4/27/2026

LETRS for Early Childhood Educators is a professional learning experience for pre-K and Kindergarten teachers that provides deep knowledge of early literacy instruction. Teachers gain new skills to help young learners build a literacy foundation before they even learn to read or write. This professional learning experience: *Helps teachers understand the development of oral language, print knowledge, alphabet learning, and writing skills. *Provides the "why” and "how” of early literacy instruction across all domains: language, literacy, cognitive, motor, social, and emotional. *Empowers teachers to apply best practice strategies to guide children's learning. This dynamic blended learning experience includes three components: LETRS Online Learning Platform LETRS for Early Childhood Educators Print Manual LETRS for Early Childhood Educators Professional Learning Sessions (Live In-Person or Live Online). Mo RLE participants cost is covered and materials will be ordered by DESE. For more information, contact Amber Perryman at amberperryman@missouristate.edu. Please Note: IF you register after 8:00am on Thursday, January 29th, please email RubenBerry@MissouriState.edu for parking permit as parking has already been sent. Thank you.

20. Accessibility for Students with Visual Impairments

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Audience: All educators who serve students who are blind/visually impaired. Teachers, special education teachers, paraprofessionals, parents, and administrators.

Dates: 2/5/2026

Blind Skills Specialists present Accessibility for Students with Visual Impairments. This workshop will guide the attendees on how to create accessible educational materials for students with visual impairments. Please Note: IF you register after 8:00am on Thursday, January 29th, please email RubenBerry@MissouriState.edu for parking permit as parking has already been sent. Thank you!

21. SW*MELL Meet Up February 2026 - Brain-based teaching strategies for ELD teachers

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Audience: ELD teachers, all teachers, administrators

Dates: 2/20/2026

FOCUS on brain-based strategies for EL instruction from the book "Smart Teaching, Strong Learning". Bring your lunch and connect with educators of English language learners. We will have a focus each meeting as well as time set aside to collaborate and talk with others who are doing what you do! Location of the meeting will be announced before the date. Please Note: If you register after 7:00am on Thursday February 12th, please contact RubenBerry@MissouriState.edu for parking permit as parking email has already been sent. Thank you.

22. SW*MELL Meet Up April 2026 - Writing strategies for multilingual learners

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Audience: ELD teachers, all teachers, administrators

Dates: 4/10/2026

FOCUS on best practices for building writing skills for MLs. Bring your lunch and connect with educators of English language learners. We will have a focus each meeting as well as time set aside to collaborate and talk with others who are doing what you do! Location of the meeting will be announced before the date. Please note: If you register after 8:30am on Thursday, April 2nd, email RubenBerry@MissouriState.edu for parking information as parking has already been emailed. Thank you.

23. Assessing Skills of Orientation and Mobility Skills

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Alphapointe (Kansas City, MO) [map]

Dates: 4/17/2026

The subject of this professional development will be assessment. We will discuss what the BRITE Act requires in O&M assessments, formal assessments such as TAPS and the New Mexico O&M Inventory, informal assessments that we use, report writing, and how to develop goals for IEP's. ACVREP CEU's will be offered.

24. School Leaders: Navigating the Increase in Student Behavior and Alternatives to Suspension

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Dates: 4/23/2026

This full day workshop is designed to support school leaders as they navigate the increase of severe student behaviors. The following components will be addressed: alternatives to ISS and OSS, decreasing the cognitive load for educators, supporting and protecting teachers with challenging students, effective systems of behavior support, and analyzing trends in behavior referrals. This workshop is designed for Building Leaders, Special Education Directors, Behavior Intervention Specialists, Counselors and Instructional Coaches. Registration and a light breakfast will begin at 8:30.Lunch and parking are included. Please note: If you register after 8:00AM on Thursday, April 16th, please email RubenBerry@MissouriState.edu for parking pass as parking information has already been sent to registrants. Thank you.

25. Evidence Based Practices for Students with Severe Behaviors

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Audience: special education teachers, regular education teachers, paras, counselors, administrators and/or any team member working with students with challenging behavior

Dates: 4/24/2026

This workshop will help participants choose and implement interventions proven to be effective for students experiencing severe behaviors. This training will discuss multiple strategies for behavior change, including antecedent interventions (changes to the environment), teaching replacement behaviors, and altering consequences. Participants will gain knowledge in how to match interventions to the four functions driving behavior (sensory, escape, attention and tangible). This workshop is designed for special education teachers, regular education teachers, paras, counselors, administrators and/or any team member working with students with challenging behaviors. Registration and a light breakfast will begin at 8:30. Lunch and parking are included. Please note: If you register after 8:00AM on Thursday, April 16th, please email RubenBerry@MissouriState.edu for parking pass as parking information has already been sent to registrants. Thank you.

26. 26-27 LETRS V1: Word Recognition Cohort #15 Marshfield (by invitation only)

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Dates: 5/4/2026 to 4/12/2027

Limited to MO READ, LEAD, EXCEED Participants Only. LETRS® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) provides teachers with the tools and understanding to teach the essential skills needed for literacy. Teachers learn the "science of reading” so they are able to apply research into classroom application to teach language and literacy skills to every student, no matter the curriculum or program used. LETRS is a blended model of professional development consisting of online course, textbook, and four face-to- face trainings. Contact Amber Perryman for more information: amberperryman@missouristate.edu

27. SW*MELL Meet Up May 2026 - Healthcare and the ML student

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Audience: ELD teachers, all teachers, administrators, school nurse

Dates: 5/8/2026

FOCUS on the best ways to support your school nurse providing care for MLs and their families. We'll also discuss the ways families views on health may vary based on cultural and experiential differences. Bring your lunch and connect with educators of English language learners. We will have a focus each meeting as well as time set aside to collaborate and talk with others who are doing what you do! Location of the meeting will be announced before the date. Please note: If you register after 7:30am on Thursday, April 30th, email RubenBerry@MissouriState.edu as parking information has already been sent to registrants.

28. SW*MELL Virtual Summer Book Study

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Virtual (online, MO)

Dates: 6/8/2026 to 6/12/2026

Assessment in TESOL: A Course for K-12 Teachers of Multilingual Students in the U.S., by Andrea B Hellman and Angela B Bell provides practical guidance for evaluating academic and language progress in K-12 classrooms. Through detailed examples and proven strategies, educators learn to design assessments that soundly measure both content knowledge and language development. *June 8-12 (Mon-Fri) *9am-1030am The book is available for purchase on Amazon, https://amzn.to/49gHahp or on Books-a-million, https://bit.ly/4tG2FjX.

29. 2026-27 Teach NOW (Joplin area) Alt Cert Institute

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Webb City Student Services Center (Webb City, MO)

Audience: Teachers who are entering the profession through non-traditional pathways.

Dates: 6/10/2026 to 6/17/2026

Join the TeachNow Alternative Certification Institute, part of the Missouri Teacher Development System (MTDS), and receive comprehensive support and preparation for your teaching career through non-traditional certification pathways. Our institute covers essential topics, including lesson planning strategies, aligning objectives with district curriculum and Missouri Learning Standards, research-based classroom management techniques, and effective classroom practices. You'll also learn important vocabulary, acronyms, and codes of conduct that teachers are expected to know, along with other topics tailored to the group's specific needs. **Please note that this program is not a substitute for the Beginning Teacher Assistance Program, nor is it an alternative route to certification. Register now to embark on your journey to becoming an effective educator!

30. 2026-27 Mastering: Foundations of Mentoring (Springfield area)

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Audience: For mentor teachers, including coaching, observation, and feedback training.

Dates: 7/20/2026 to 2/11/2027

Support your growth as a mentor teacher with Mastering Foundations of Coaching and Mentoring, part of the Missouri Teacher Development System (MTDS). This program focuses on helping teachers embrace new roles as coaches and mentors. This competency-based program offers comprehensive support for mentor teachers, including coaching, observation, and feedback training. Participants receive consultant guidance, regional networking opportunities, and practical strategies to enhance classroom practice. The program also meets the state mentor training requirement outlined in the Missouri Mentor Guidelines and incorporates Mike Rutherford's 7 Tools to promote non-evaluative, constructive feedback from mentors to teachers. Mastering Foundations of Coaching and Mentoring emphasizes key MTDS Competencies such as managing a classroom, being a professional, designing instruction, and reflecting on practice. Join us to enhance your mentoring skills and support the next generation of teachers. Register now!

31. New To Special Education: So Much to Learn!

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Audience: Special Education Teachers

Dates: 7/22/2026 to 7/23/2026

Closed

Special Education Boot Camp- 2 day training This basic training is developed with new special education professionals in mind and focuses on the areas of most common noncompliance including, but not limited to, discipline, IEP development andevaluations and reevaluations. Provides hands-on training using the model forms, the Standards and Indicators Manual and the State Plan for Special Education. (This does not meet the credentialing requirements for Beginning Teacher Assistance Program) Participants will receive information to support them in the following areas: Day 1 - July 22 SPED Process - Golden Thread Referral Review of Existing Data Eligibility Criteria including Observations Evaluation including Negative Education Impact Day 2 - July 23 IEP Present Level Goals (SMART) Progress Monitoring - Data Collection Additional Topics Parent Communication Collaborating with Peers Other Documentation The cost for the training will $60 for the 2 day training. Lunch will be provided and parking pass will be emailed to you prior to the training. Both days are required.

32. 2026-27 Teach NOW (Hollister area) Alt Cert Institute

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Hollister Central Office (Hollister, MO) [map]

Audience: Teachers who are entering the profession through non-traditional pathways.

Dates: 7/27/2026 to 8/7/2026

Join the TeachNow Alternative Certification Institute, part of the Missouri Teacher Development System (MTDS), and receive comprehensive support and preparation for your teaching career through non-traditional certification pathways. Our institute covers essential topics, including lesson planning strategies, aligning objectives with district curriculum and Missouri Learning Standards, research-based classroom management techniques, and effective classroom practices. You'll also learn important vocabulary, acronyms, and codes of conduct that teachers are expected to know, along with other topics tailored to the group's specific needs. **Please note that this program is not a substitute for the Beginning Teacher Assistance Program, nor is it an alternative route to certification. Register now to embark on your journey to becoming an effective educator!

33. AI in the Classroom: Practical Tools for Planning, Feedback, and Support

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Dates: 7/27/2026

Explore practical, classroom-friendly ways to use AI to save time, improve lesson planning, and support student learning-without replacing teacher expertise. Participants will see real examples, try simple tools, and leave with ready-to-use ideas for their classrooms.

34. Co-Teaching: Double Your Impact

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Audience: Co-Teaching Teachers and Building Admin

Dates: 7/28/2026

The Professional Partnerships: Co-teaching training will provide an opportunity for teams to learn the art of co-teaching. The participants will study roles, responsibilities, approaches, and benefits of professional partnerships in the classroom. Effective implementation of co-teaching impacts the learning of all students. This training will focus on building a strong foundation for effective co-teaching. Dedicated time will be provided for team planning and questions to help participants take meaningful next steps in strengthening co-teaching practices within their buildings. Strong teams consist of the general educator and the special educator and building administrator. Parking and Lunch included in price. Parking Pass will be emailed to you prior to training and is required for parking on campus.

35. Elementary Classroom Management and Responding to Undesirable Behaviors

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Dates: 7/29/2026 to 7/30/2026

This two-day workshop will focus on minimizing behaviors in the elementary classroom setting. Day one will center around proactive strategies: classroom management, routines, procedures, positive behavior interventions and supports, using reinforcement and physical environment. Teachers will be guided through establishing daily routines and procedures for their own classroom. Day two will focus on decreasing and responding to undesirable behaviors. Teachers will learn strategies for proactively decreasing undesirable behaviors, how to respond to behaviors in the moment, and how to protect teacher/student relationships after behaviors have occurred. This workshop is intended for anyone who works with elementary students. Registration and a light breakfast will begin at 8:30.Lunch and parking are included.

36. Paraprofessional Training

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Audience: Paraprofessionals

Dates: 7/29/2026

The purpose of this paraprofessional training is to define major responsibilities of a paraprofessional in the educational setting, confidentiality, communication, teamwork, behavior management, and ways to prompt students, etc. We will review the special education process in order to develop a basic understanding of the process and how students are found eligibile and discuss how to best support the students with whom paraprofessionals work. This training will be offered July 29, August 4th and August 6th- You only need to attend ONE session. Sign up for the day you want to attend. The cost is $50 and includes parking and lunch. Training will begin promptly at 9:00. Working lunch will be served around 11:30 or 12:00 and you will be done by 3:00 P.M.

37. Hands on Skills Training- Project Access

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Audience: Special Education Teachers, Process Coordinators

Dates: 7/30/2026

New

Utilizes Behavior Skills Training Model to teach participants how to use evidence-based practice materials and strategies in their classroom. Hands-on demonstrations, practice, and role play opportunities. The cost is $35 and includes parking and lunch. Training will begin promptly at 9:00. Working lunch will be served around 11:30 and you will be done by 3:00 P.M. Training will be at Missouri State University, Hill Hall Room 402. Please note: If you register after 7:30am on July 28th, email RubenBerry@MissouriState.edu as parking information has already been sent to registrants.

38. Secondary Classroom Management and Responding to Undesirable Behaviors

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Audience: Secondary Teachers

Dates: 8/3/2026 to 8/4/2026

This two-day workshop will focus on minimizing behaviors in the secondary classroom setting. Day one will center around proactive strategies: classroom management, routines, procedures, positive behavior interventions and supports, using reinforcement and physical environment. Teachers will be guided through establishing daily routines and procedures for their own classroom. Day two will focus on decreasing and responding to undesirable behaviors. Teachers will learn strategies for proactively decreasing undesirable behaviors, how to respond to behaviors in the moment, and how to protect teacher/student relationships after behaviors have occurred. This workshop is intended for anyone who works with secondary students. Registration and a light breakfast will begin at 8:30.Lunch and parking are included.

39. 2026-27 Teach NOW (Springfield area) Alt Cert Institute

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Plaster Student Union, MSU Campus (Springfield, MO) [map]

Audience: Teachers who are entering the profession through non-traditional pathways.

Dates: 8/3/2026 to 8/10/2026

Join the TeachNow Alternative Certification Institute, part of the Missouri Teacher Development System (MTDS), and receive comprehensive support and preparation for your teaching career through non-traditional certification pathways. Our institute covers essential topics, including lesson planning strategies, aligning objectives with district curriculum and Missouri Learning Standards, research-based classroom management techniques, and effective classroom practices. You'll also learn important vocabulary, acronyms, and codes of conduct that teachers are expected to know, along with other topics tailored to the group's specific needs. **Please note that this program is not a substitute for the Beginning Teacher Assistance Program, nor is it an alternative route to certification. Register now to embark on your journey to becoming an effective educator!

40. Paraprofessional Training

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Audience: Paraprofessionals

Dates: 8/4/2026

The purpose of this paraprofessional training is to define major responsibilities of a paraprofessional in the educational setting, confidentiality, communication, teamwork, behavior management, and ways to prompt students, etc. We will review the special education process in order to develop a basic understanding of the process and how students are found eligibile and discuss how to best support the students with whom paraprofessionals work. This training will be offered July 29, August 4th and August 6th- You only need to attend ONE session. Sign up for the day you want to attend. The cost is $50 and includes parking and lunch. Training will begin promptly at 9:00. Working lunch will be served around 11:30 or 12:00 and you will be done by 3:00 P.M.

41. School Leaders: Navigating the Increase in Student Behavior and Alternatives to Suspension

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Audience: Building Leaders, Special Education Directors, Behavior Intervention Specialists, Counselors and Instructional Coaches

Dates: 8/5/2026

This full day workshop is designed to support school leaders as they navigate the increase of severe student behaviors. The following components will be addressed: alternatives to ISS and OSS, decreasing the cognitive load for educators, supporting and protecting teachers with challenging students, effective systems of behavior support, and analyzing trends in behavior referrals. This workshop is designed for Building Leaders, Special Education Directors, Behavior Intervention Specialists, Counselors and Instructional Coaches. Registration will begin at 8:30.Lunch and parking are included.

42. 2026-27 Beginning Teacher Assistance Program Year 1 (Hollister area)

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Carthage Professional Training Center (Carthage, MO) [map]

Audience: Teachers in their first 4 years of teaching OR needing to fulfill the MO state certification requirements

Dates: 8/6/2026 to 4/8/2027

Join the Beginning Teacher Assistance Program Year 1 (BTAP Year 1), part of the Missouri Teacher Development System (MTDS), and receive ongoing learning and support, meeting and exceeding the state's certification requirements. Now participants can choose to RECEIVE MASTER'S LEVEL CREDIT! This competency-based program offers networking with other new teachers and educational consultants, just-in-time learning for critical firsts, awareness of the phases of a new teacher, relationship-building skills, and knowledge of legal rights and responsibilities for educators. The program emphasizes key MTDS Competencies such as building culturally responsive relationships, creating and managing a productive learning environment, developing research-based instruction, and engaging students in content. Join us to build a strong foundation for your teaching career and meet the first step of your Missouri certification requirements. Provided: lunch, book, materials. **NOW PARTICIPANTS CAN EARN GRADUATE CREDIT**

43. Paraprofessional Training

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Audience: Paraprofessionals

Dates: 8/6/2026

The purpose of this paraprofessional training is to define major responsibilities of a paraprofessional in the educational setting, confidentiality, communication, teamwork, behavior management, and ways to prompt students, etc. We will review the special education process in order to develop a basic understanding of the process and how students are found eligibile and discuss how to best support the students with whom paraprofessionals work. This training will be offered July 29, August 4th and August 6th- You only need to attend ONE session. Sign up for the day you want to attend. The cost is $50 and includes parking and lunch. Training will begin promptly at 9:00. Working lunch will be served around 11:30 or 12:00 and you will be done by 3:00 P.M.

44. AI in the Classroom: Practical Tools for Planning, Feedback, and Support

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Dates: 8/10/2026

Explore practical, classroom-friendly ways to use AI to save time, improve lesson planning, and support student learning-without replacing teacher expertise. Participants will see real examples, try simple tools, and leave with ready-to-use ideas for their classrooms.

45. 26-27 LETRS V1: Word Recognition Cohort #11

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Audience: Classroom Teachers, Administrators, Literacy Coaches, Title Teachers, SpEd Teachers

Dates: 8/10/2026 to 3/1/2027

Limited to MO READ, LEAD, EXCEED Participants Only. LETRS® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) provides teachers with the tools and understanding to teach the essential skills needed for literacy. Teachers learn the "science of reading” so they are able to apply research into classroom application to teach language and literacy skills to every student, no matter the curriculum or program used. LETRS is a blended model of professional development consisting of online course, textbook, and four face-to- face trainings. Kickoff will be virtual on 8/10/26. Contact Amber Perryman for more information: amberperryman@missouristate.edu

46. 26-27 LETRS V1: Word Recognition Cohort #12

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Audience: Classroom Teachers, Administrators, Literacy Coaches, Title Teachers, SpEd Teachers

Dates: 8/10/2026 to 3/8/2027

Limited to MO READ, LEAD, EXCEED Participants Only. LETRS® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) provides teachers with the tools and understanding to teach the essential skills needed for literacy. Teachers learn the "science of reading” so they are able to apply research into classroom application to teach language and literacy skills to every student, no matter the curriculum or program used. LETRS is a blended model of professional development consisting of online course, textbook, and four face-to- face trainings. Kickoff will be virtual on 8/10/26. Contact Amber Perryman for more information: amberperryman@missouristate.edu

47. Reset Rooms

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Audience: building and special education administrators, counselors, behavior interventionist, or other individuals interested in learning more about the use of Reset Rooms

Dates: 8/11/2026

This full day workshop will focus on the use of Reset Rooms in the school setting. Reset Rooms offer a designated space for students to de-escalate, regulate emotions, and practice self-management skills. Participants will learn how to establish an environment and structure that will successfully allow students to return to the education environment as quickly as possible. This workshop is designed for districts of all sizes and is targeted towards building and special education administrators, counselors, behavior interventionist, or other individuals interested in learning more about the use of Reset Rooms. Participants will also gain access to materials that will support the effectiveness of this intervention. Registration and a light breakfast will begin at 8:30. Lunch and parking are included.

48. 2026-27 Beginning Teacher Assistance Program Year 1 (Joplin area)

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Carthage Professional Training Center (Carthage, MO) [map]

Audience: Teachers in their first 4 years of teaching OR needing to fulfill the MO state certification requirements

Dates: 8/11/2026 to 3/9/2027

Join the Beginning Teacher Assistance Program Year 1 (BTAP Year 1), part of the Missouri Teacher Development System (MTDS), and receive ongoing learning and support, meeting and exceeding the state's certification requirements. Now participants can choose to RECEIVE MASTER'S LEVEL CREDIT! This competency-based program offers networking with other new teachers and educational consultants, just-in-time learning for critical firsts, awareness of the phases of a new teacher, relationship-building skills, and knowledge of legal rights and responsibilities for educators. The program emphasizes key MTDS Competencies such as building culturally responsive relationships, creating and managing a productive learning environment, developing research-based instruction, and engaging students in content. Join us to build a strong foundation for your teaching career and meet the first step of your Missouri certification requirements. Register now! Provided: lunch, book, materials. **NOW PARTICIPANTS CAN EARN GRADUATE CREDIT**

49. 26-27 LETRS V1: Word Recognition Cohort #13

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Audience: Classroom Teachers, Administrators, Literacy Coaches, Title Teachers, SpEd Teachers

Dates: 8/14/2026 to 3/30/2027

Limited to MO READ, LEAD, EXCEED Participants Only. LETRS® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) provides teachers with the tools and understanding to teach the essential skills needed for literacy. Teachers learn the "science of reading” so they are able to apply research into classroom application to teach language and literacy skills to every student, no matter the curriculum or program used. LETRS is a blended model of professional development consisting of online course, textbook, and four face-to- face trainings. Kickoff will be virtual on 8/14/26. Contact Amber Perryman for more information: amberperryman@missouristate.edu

50. 2026-27 Beginning Teacher Assistance Program Year 1 (Bolivar area)

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Bolivar - Lime Bank (Bolivar, MO) [map]

Audience: Teachers in their first 4 years of teaching OR needing to fulfill the MO state certification requirements

Dates: 8/17/2026 to 3/8/2027

Join the Beginning Teacher Assistance Program Year 1 (BTAP Year 1), part of the Missouri Teacher Development System (MTDS), and receive ongoing learning and support, meeting and exceeding the state's certification requirements. Now participants can choose to RECEIVE MASTER'S LEVEL CREDIT! This competency-based program offers networking with other new teachers and educational consultants, just-in-time learning for critical firsts, awareness of the phases of a new teacher, relationship-building skills, and knowledge of legal rights and responsibilities for educators. The program emphasizes key MTDS Competencies such as building culturally responsive relationships, creating and managing a productive learning environment, developing research-based instruction, and engaging students in content. Join us to build a strong foundation for your teaching career and meet the first step of your Missouri certification requirements. Provided: lunch, book, materials. **NOW PARTICIPANTS CAN EARN GRADUATE CREDIT**

51. 26-27 LETRS for Early Childhood Education #1

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Dates: 8/17/2026 to 2/8/2027

LETRS® for Early Childhood Educators equips teachers with research-based strategies to support young children's early literacy and language development. This three-day series explores the foundational skills needed for reading and writing success, including oral language, phonological awareness, alphabet learning, and early writing. Participants will engage in hands-on practice and learn assessment and instructional techniques applicable to any curriculum. The blended format includes face-to-face training, self-paced online learning, and bridge to practice application in the classroom. Kickoff will be virtual on 8/17/26. Contact Amber Perryman for more information: amberperryman@missouristate.edu Participation is limited to MO Read, Lead, Exceed. Please visit https://modese.wufoo.com/forms/r19jbyhn1uoukni/ to complete the DESE pre-registration process.

52. 26-27 LETRS for Early Childhood Education #2

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Dates: 8/21/2026 to 4/30/2027

LETRS® for Early Childhood Educators equips teachers with research-based strategies to support young children's early literacy and language development. This three-day series explores the foundational skills needed for reading and writing success, including oral language, phonological awareness, alphabet learning, and early writing. Participants will engage in hands-on practice and learn assessment and instructional techniques applicable to any curriculum. The blended format includes face-to-face training, self-paced online learning, and bridge to practice application in the classroom. Kickoff will be virtual on 8/21/26. Contact Amber Perryman for more information: amberperryman@missouristate.edu Participation is limited to MO Read, Lead, Exceed. Please visit https://modese.wufoo.com/forms/r19jbyhn1uoukni/ to complete the DESE pre-registration process.

53. Registered Youth Coordinator Apprenticeship Cohort #2

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Audience: School Administrators, High School Counselors, Root Ed Advisors, Career & Technical Instructors, Apprenticeship Coordinators

Dates: 8/24/2026 to 4/21/2027

This apprenticeship will enable any coordinator to have the tools necessary to build its own Registered Youth Apprenticeship program, no matter the size of the community/district. During this workshop, you will learn the basics of how to implement and customize your own registered youth apprenticeship program while building a network of support through other RYA coordinators. Let this workshop simplify the process of implementation for you!

54. 26-27 LETRS V1: Word Recognition Cohort #14 Republic (by invitation only)

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Dates: 8/26/2026 to 4/14/2027

Limited to MO READ, LEAD, EXCEED Participants Only. LETRS® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) provides teachers with the tools and understanding to teach the essential skills needed for literacy. Teachers learn the "science of reading” so they are able to apply research into classroom application to teach language and literacy skills to every student, no matter the curriculum or program used. LETRS is a blended model of professional development consisting of online course, textbook, and four face-to- face trainings. Contact Amber Perryman for more information: amberperryman@missouristate.edu

55. 26-27 Aspire Cohort 3 Agency for Teaching, Leading, and Learning (ATLL)

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Dates: 9/1/2026 to 2/23/2027

Aspire® is a professional development opportunity designed for all educators who teach middle school (grades 6-9). This training equips ELA and content-area teachers in implementing adaptable, evidence-based strategies rooted in the Science of Reading to assist students with improving their reading and writing. Aspire® empowers educators with the knowledge and tools needed to support students struggling with literacy, fostering proficient readers and writers in the classroom. What to expect when you enroll in Aspire® This training offers educators essential background knowledge and practical strategies to build students' reading and writing proficiency. This training requires a one-year commitment consisting of: Attending a virtual Aspire® Kick-off in July or at the beginning of August Participating in four face-to-face training sessions Completing online training and Bridge to Application activities All work must be completed by May 31. Participants must attend all four of the face-to-face sessions and the virtual kick-off.

56. 504 Training with Betsey Helfrich

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Plaster Student Union, MSU Campus (Springfield, MO) [map]

Dates: 9/1/2026

Betsey Helfrich, Attorney, will be here on September 1st from 9:00 - 11:30 to talk about the 504 referral process. From referral to drafting the plan, this presentation will review each step of the 504 process and also examine the anticipated new Section 504 regulations. With practical tips, mock scenarios, and real case examples, this presentation will help provide a deeper understanding to counselors, 504 coordinators, and general education administrators of how to improve your Section 504 process at your school. The cost is $70 and we must have at least 40 paid registrations for the event to make. An email will be sent with a map of the location and a parking pass to print.

57. MAP-A Training

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Audience: MAP-A Teachers, DLM Coordinators

Dates: 9/2/2026

"MAP-A for All Professionals” learning builds participant knowledge in the process of completing the Dynamic Learning Maps (DLM) for our students with the most significant cognitive disabilities. Teachers learn to utilize the process and components of this assessment, including the use of the educator portal, to embed the essential elements from the DLM into daily instructional opportunities for students. This process builds student knowledge and capacity to demonstrate growth on the summative version of the MAP-A. Parking and Lunch included in price. Parking Pass will be emailed to you prior to training.

58. Special Education Refresher

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Audience: Special Education Teachers

Dates: 9/3/2026

This session provides a practical refresher on essential special education procedures and compliance expectations. Participants will review key components of the special education process including evaluations, IEP development, documentation, and service implementation. The session will highlight common pitfalls and provide strategies to ensure services are both compliant and meaningful for students with disabilities.

59. Welcoming a Student with Visual Impairments

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Audience: All educators who serve students who are blind/visually impaired. Teachers, special education teachers, paraprofessionals, parents, and administrators.

Dates: 9/4/2026

Blind Skills Specialists presents Welcoming a Student with a Visual Impairment. In this workshop, we will address the unique needs of a student who has a visual impairment. We will discuss accommodations, assessments, and general etiquette. ACVREP RPPL credit of up to 3 hours may apply to attendees.

60. MLDS (SW) Year 2 Cohort - Springfield - 2026-27

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: William H Darr Agricultural Center - Missouri State University (Springfield, MO) [map]

Dates: 9/9/2026 to 2/10/2027

The Missouri Leadership Development System provides training and support to building administrators through research-based learning experiences. The regional meetings provide practical knowledge, skills, along with networking opportunities for building administrators. The coaching labs provide hands-on, practical experiences for leaders to improve their skills in developing and growing teachers. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is an important component to support the effort of all buildings.

61. Southwest Grow Your Own Teacher Leader Network - Springfield

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Audience: Grow Your Own Teacher Leaders

Dates: 9/10/2026 to 1/28/2027

Missouri students need great teachers. Your role as a Teacher Leader of the next generation of educators is so important. Together we can help grow future Missouri teachers. Join us for quarterly meetings if you are a teacher of a GYO class or sponsor of a GYO club/chapter who wants to connect with other GYO Teacher Leaders who work with the next generation of educators. You will 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 networking sessions support the implementation and growth of GYO teacher recruitment programs in all Missouri school districts and charter schools. The state MTDS GYO Coordinator, Sandy Humbyrd, a former Ed Pathways Dual Credit Class Teacher and Ed Club Sponsor, who completed doctoral work on Missouri's GYO programs, will be facilitating network gatherings.

62. New to Early Childhood Special Education

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Audience: ECSE teachers

Dates: 9/11/2026

Early Childhood Special Education requires a unique blend of early learning practices, special education requirements, and family collaboration. This training supports educators who are new to ECSE by providing a foundational understanding of program structure, evaluation and eligibility processes, IEP development, and developmentally appropriate instruction. Participants will gain practical strategies and resources to support young learners with disabilities and their families. The cost is $60 and includes parking, lunch, and supplies for some activities. Training will begin promptly at 9:00. Working lunch will be served around 11:30 or 12:00 and you will be done by 3:00 p.m. We will meet at MSU Hill Hall Room 402.

63. CoVE Community of Vision Educators

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Audience: All educators who serve students who are blind/visually impaired. Teachers, special education teachers, paraprofessionals, parents, and administrators.

Dates: 9/11/2026 to 4/9/2027

Community of Vision Educators (CoVE) meet 6 times a year to discuss new and best practices in the education of students with visual impairments. All educators who serve students who are blind/visually impaired. Teachers, special education teachers, paraprofessionals, parents, and administrators. ACVREP RPPL credit of up to 2 hours may apply to attendees.

64. 2026-27 Beginning Teacher Assistance Program Year 1 (Springfield area)

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Plaster Student Union, MSU Campus (Springfield, MO) [map]

Audience: Teachers in their first 4 years of teaching OR needing to fulfill the MO state certification requirements

Dates: 9/14/2026 to 3/22/2027

Join the Beginning Teacher Assistance Program Year 1 (BTAP Year 1), part of the Missouri Teacher Development System (MTDS), and receive ongoing learning and support, meeting and exceeding the state's certification requirements. Now participants can choose to RECEIVE MASTER'S LEVEL CREDIT! This competency-based program offers networking with other new teachers and educational consultants, just-in-time learning for critical firsts, awareness of the phases of a new teacher, relationship-building skills, and knowledge of legal rights and responsibilities for educators. The program emphasizes key MTDS Competencies such as building culturally responsive relationships, creating and managing a productive learning environment, developing research-based instruction, and engaging students in content. Join us to build a strong foundation for your teaching career and meet the first step of your Missouri certification requirements. Provided: lunch, book, materials. **NOW PARTICIPANTS CAN EARN GRADUATE CREDIT**

65. 26-27 Aspire Cohort 4 Agency for Teaching, Leading, and Learning (ATLL)

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Dates: 9/15/2026 to 3/2/2027

Aspire® is a professional development opportunity designed for all educators who teach middle school (grades 6-9). This training equips ELA and content-area teachers in implementing adaptable, evidence-based strategies rooted in the Science of Reading to assist students with improving their reading and writing. Aspire® empowers educators with the knowledge and tools needed to support students struggling with literacy, fostering proficient readers and writers in the classroom. What to expect when you enroll in Aspire® This training offers educators essential background knowledge and practical strategies to build students' reading and writing proficiency. This training requires a one-year commitment consisting of: Attending a virtual Aspire® Kick-off in July or at the beginning of August Participating in four face-to-face training sessions Completing online training and Bridge to Application activities All work must be completed by May 31. Participants must attend all four of the face-to-face sessions and the virtual kick-off.

66. Functional Behavior Assessment & Behavior Intervention Plans

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Audience: Special Education Teachers, Process Coordinators, Administrators, or others conducting FBAs on IEP students

Dates: 9/15/2026

This workshop offers an overview to completing thorough and successful FBA and BIPs for IEP students experiencing severe behaviors. Participants will receive information on how to successfully: * Use data to determine target behaviors and create a functional hypothesis. * Analyze ABC data to determine the function of behavior and choose the best antecedent and consequence interventions. * Write an FBA and BIP Participants will receive examples of forms to use throughout the FBA and BIP process. This session is designed for Special Education Teachers, Process Coordinators, Administrators, or others conducting FBAs on IEP students. Registration will begin at 8:30. Lunch and parking are included.

67. MLDS (SW) Year 1 Cohort - Joplin - 2026-27

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Joplin Administration Building (Joplin, MO)

Dates: 9/15/2026 to 2/17/2027

The Missouri Leadership Development System provides training and support to building administrators through research-based learning experiences. The regional meetings provide practical knowledge, skills, along with networking opportunities for building administrators. The coaching labs provide hands-on, practical experiences for leaders to improve their skills in developing and growing teachers. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is an important component to support the effort of all buildings.

68. MLDS (SW) Year 2 Cohort - Joplin - 2026-27

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Joplin Administration Building (Joplin, MO)

Dates: 9/15/2026 to 2/17/2027

The Missouri Leadership Development System provides training and support to building administrators through research-based learning experiences. The regional meetings provide practical knowledge, skills, along with networking opportunities for building administrators. The coaching labs provide hands-on, practical experiences for leaders to improve their skills in developing and growing teachers. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is an important component to support the effort of all buildings.

69. Special Education New Directors' Group

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Virtual (online, MO)

Dates: 9/15/2026

The New Directors' and New PC Group will meet periodically throughout the 26-27 school year to discuss a variety of topics and build relationships with other new directors and new process coordinators. You will register for each session individually (9/15/26 (virtual), 10/28/26 (in-person), 12/8/26(virtual), and 4/8/27(in-person), so look for all four of the dates in Frontline to register for what you can attend. You do not have to attend all four - you may pick and choose based on your schedule. This is for the 9/15/26 virtual training. This will be a Q & A time, and important updates will be shared. We will review the transfer process for in-state and out-of-state students and common compliance issues. The virtual training time will be 9:00-11:00 with no cost.

70. MLDS (SW) Year 1 Cohort - Springfield 2026-27

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: To Be Announced (To Be Announced, MO)

Dates: 9/16/2026 to 2/3/2027

The Missouri Leadership Development System provides training and support to building administrators through research-based learning experiences. The regional meetings provide practical knowledge, skills, along with networking opportunities for building administrators. The coaching labs provide hands-on, practical experiences for leaders to improve their skills in developing and growing teachers. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is an important component to support the effort of all buildings.

71. MAP-A Training

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Audience: MAP-A Teachers, DLM Coordinators

Dates: 9/16/2026

"MAP-A for All Professionals” learning builds participant knowledge in the process of completing the Dynamic Learning Maps (DLM) for our students with the most significant cognitive disabilities. Teachers learn to utilize the process and components of this assessment, including the use of the educator portal, to embed the essential elements from the DLM into daily instructional opportunities for students. This process builds student knowledge and capacity to demonstrate growth on the summative version of the MAP-A. Parking and Lunch included in price. Parking Pass will be emailed to you prior to training and is required to park on campus.

72. Aspire Cohort 5 Agency for Teaching, Leading, and Learning (ATLL

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Dates: 9/17/2026 to 3/4/2027

Aspire® is a professional development opportunity designed for all educators who teach middle school (grades 6-9). This training equips ELA and content-area teachers in implementing adaptable, evidence-based strategies rooted in the Science of Reading to assist students with improving their reading and writing. Aspire® empowers educators with the knowledge and tools needed to support students struggling with literacy, fostering proficient readers and writers in the classroom. What to expect when you enroll in Aspire® This training offers educators essential background knowledge and practical strategies to build students' reading and writing proficiency. This training requires a one-year commitment consisting of: Attending a virtual Aspire® Kick-off in July or at the beginning of August Participating in four face-to-face training sessions Completing online training and Bridge to Application activities All work must be completed by May 31. Participants must attend all four of the face-to-face sessions and the virtual kick-off.

73. MLDS (SW) Advanced Cohort - Joplin - 2026-27

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Joplin Administration Building (Joplin, MO)

Dates: 9/17/2026 to 2/18/2027

The Missouri Leadership Development System provides training and support to building administrators through research-based learning experiences. The regional meetings provide practical knowledge, skills, along with networking opportunities for building administrators. The coaching labs provide hands-on, practical experiences for leaders to improve their skills in developing and growing teachers. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is an important component to support the effort of all buildings.

74. Navigating Early Childhood Behaviors

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Audience: early childhood teachers and/or educators working with ELL or students with limited expressive and receptive language

Dates: 9/22/2026

This full day workshop is designed to help Preschool and Kindergarten teachers support students with big behaviors. Teachers will gain strategies in the following areas: proactive classroom management, function based thinking, responding to students during and after behaviors, communicating with parents, and addressing missing behavioral skills. Because we will be addressing behaviors of students who are at the early stages of language development, this workshop is appropriate for not only early childhood teachers, but also educators working with ELL or students with limited expressive and receptive language. Registration will begin at 8:30.Lunch and parking are included.

75. 26-27 LETRS V2: Language Comprehension Cohort #21

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Dates: 9/23/2026 to 2/24/2027

DESE MO Read, Lead, Exceed participants only. LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) units address each essential component of reading instruction and the foundational concepts that link each component. Skilled reading comprehension includes two domains, Word Recognition (Vol. 1 Units 1-4) and Language Comprehension (Vol.2 Units 5-8). Vol. 2 professional learning focuses specifically on oral language and vocabulary, understanding reading comprehension, text-driven comprehension instruction, and the reading-writing connection. Completion of LETRS Vol. 1 (Units 1-4) is a prerequisite to Vol. 2. For more information, contact Annette Tankersley at annettetankersley@missouristate.edu

76. Navigating Elementary Behaviors

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Audience: Any elementary staff dealing with behaviors

Dates: 9/23/2026

This full day workshop is designed to help elementary teachers support students with big behaviors. Teachers will gain strategies in the following areas: proactive classroom management, function based thinking, responding to students during and after behaviors, communicating with parents, and addressing missing behavioral skills. This workshop is designed for any elementary teacher supporting students with big behaviors. Registration will begin at 8:30.Lunch and parking are included.

77. 2026-27 Teacher Academy

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Audience: Teachers who have completed at least three years of successful teaching and have a desire for professional improvement.

Dates: 9/23/2026 to 4/14/2027

Looking to reignite your passion for teaching? Want practical strategies that actually work in real classrooms? Support your professional growth as a mid-career teacher with Teacher Academy. This program, part of the Missouri Teacher Development System (MTDS), includes two statewide events featuring John Antonetti, author of "17,000 Classroom Visits Can't Be Wrong!" and is open to teachers who have completed at least three years of successful teaching and have a strong desire for professional improvement. This competency-based opportunity provides access to experts, including state events, a copy of John Antonetti's book, consultant support, and networking with other teachers. Teacher Academy emphasizes key MTDS Competencies such as working in a community of practice, engaging in ongoing reflective practice, using data to make instructional decisions, and engaging students in content. Join us to enhance your teaching toolbox and connect with a community of dedicated educators. Register now!

78. 2026-27 Teacher Academy Year 2

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Audience: Teachers who have a desire for professional improvement.

Dates: 9/24/2026 to 4/14/2027

Support your professional growth as a mid-career teacher with Teacher Academy Year 2: Powerful Task Design, part of the Missouri Teacher Development System (MTDS). This program includes a statewide event featuring national expert John Antonetti and is designed for teachers with a strong desire for continuous professional improvement. It is required that participants complete the MTDS Teacher Academy before enrolling. This competency-based opportunity provides access to experts, a copy of John Antonetti's book "Powerful Task Design," consultant support, and networking with other teachers. Teacher Academy Year 2 emphasizes key MTDS Competencies such as engaging in ongoing reflective practice, developing research-based instruction, and understanding and promoting the profession. Join us to enhance your teaching skills and connect with a community of dedicated educators. Register now!

79. MAP-A Training

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Joplin Administration Building (Joplin, MO)

Audience: MAP-A Teachers, DLM Coordinators

Dates: 9/24/2026

"MAP-A for All Professionals” learning builds participant knowledge in the process of completing the Dynamic Learning Maps (DLM) for our students with the most significant cognitive disabilities. Teachers learn to utilize the process and components of this assessment, including the use of the educator portal, to embed the essential elements from the DLM into daily instructional opportunities for students. This process builds student knowledge and capacity to demonstrate growth on the summative version of the MAP-A. Lunch will be on your own for this session. This training will be held at Joplin Schools: Memorial Education Center, 825 S. Pearl St. Joplin, Talon 1.

80. MAP-A Training

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Audience: MAP-A Teachers, DLM Coordinators

Dates: 9/25/2026

"MAP-A for All Professionals” learning builds participant knowledge in the process of completing the Dynamic Learning Maps (DLM) for our students with the most significant cognitive disabilities. Teachers learn to utilize the process and components of this assessment, including the use of the educator portal, to embed the essential elements from the DLM into daily instructional opportunities for students. This process builds student knowledge and capacity to demonstrate growth on the summative version of the MAP-A. Parking and Lunch included in price. Parking Pass will be emailed to you prior to training and is required to park on campus.

81. Navigating Behaviors at the Secondary Level

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Audience: Any secondary staff dealing with behaviors

Dates: 9/28/2026

This full day workshop is designed to help secondary teachers support students with big behaviors. Teachers will gain strategies in the following areas: proactive classroom management, function based thinking, responding to students during and after behaviors, helping students regulate, and addressing missing behavioral skills. This workshop is designed for any secondary teacher supporting students with big behaviors. Registration will begin at 8:30.Lunch and parking are included.

82. 26-27 LETRS V2: Language Comprehension Cohort #25 (Seymour)-invitation only

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Audience: Classroom Teachers, Administrators, Title Teachers, SpEd Teachers, Literacy Coaches

Dates: 9/28/2026 to 4/5/2027

LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) units address each essential component of reading instruction and the foundational concepts that link each component. Skilled reading comprehension includes two domains, Word Recognition (Vol. 1 Units 1-4) and Language Comprehension (Vol.2 Units 5-8). This Vol. 2 professional learning series focuses specifically on oral language and vocabulary, understanding reading comprehension, text-driven comprehension instruction, and the reading-writing connection. Completion of LETRS Vol. 1 (Units 1-4) is a prerequisite to Vol. 2. The 'blended learning' format of Vol. 2 series includes four face-to-face training dates and an online course license (through Lexia Learning) that includes tutorials/videos of effective classroom instruction. Lunch is on your own. NOTE: Please select "Purchase Order" as method of payment even for Read-Lead-Exceed award (for our records only). If you have any questions, please contact amberperryman@missouristate.edu

83. 26-27LETRS V2: Language Comprehension Cohort #22

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Dates: 9/29/2026 to 3/31/2027

DESE MO Read, Lead, Exceed participants only. LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) units address each essential component of reading instruction and the foundational concepts that link each component. Skilled reading comprehension includes two domains, Word Recognition (Vol. 1 Units 1-4) and Language Comprehension (Vol.2 Units 5-8). Vol. 2 professional learning focuses specifically on oral language and vocabulary, understanding reading comprehension, text-driven comprehension instruction, and the reading-writing connection. Completion of LETRS Vol. 1 (Units 1-4) is a prerequisite to Vol. 2. For more information, contant Annette Tankersley at annettetankersley@missouristate.edu

84. Process Coordinator Networking

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Virtual Meeting (Springfield, MO)

Dates: 9/29/2026

The Process Coordinator Networking Meeting provides an opportunity for special education process coordinators, compliance specialists, and district administrators to collaborate, share updates, and strengthen practices aligned with the Missouri State Plan and Standards & Indicators. Participants will review current compliance guidance, discuss DESE updates, and exchange effective strategies for ensuring high-quality IEP development, evaluation procedures, and documentation. The meeting will include time for regional collaboration, Q&A on common compliance challenges, and sharing of district systems or forms that promote efficiency and consistency. We will meet virtually.

85. MLDS (SW) Advanced Cohort - Springfield 2026-27

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: William H Darr Agricultural Center - Missouri State University (Springfield, MO) [map]

Dates: 9/30/2026 to 2/12/2027

The Missouri Leadership Development System provides training and support to building administrators through research-based learning experiences. The regional meetings provide practical knowledge, skills, along with networking opportunities for building administrators. The coaching labs provide hands-on, practical experiences for leaders to improve their skills in developing and growing teachers. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is an important component to support the effort of all buildings.

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

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Audience: Special Education Teachers, Process Coordinators, Directors

Dates: 9/30/2026

Data, Data, Data: How do I collect it? What do I do with it? Participants will gain an understanding of progress monitoring, learn a variety of ways to collect specific data, and how to use it to drive instruction. The cost is $40 and includes parking and lunch. Training will begin promptly at 9:00. Working lunch will be served around 11:30 or 12:00 and you will be done by 3:00 PM.

87. Science of Reading for Paraprofessionals

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Dates: 10/1/2026

This training is designed to equip paraprofessionals with a foundational understanding of the science of reading and its practical application in supporting students' literacy development. Participants will explore the components of reading instruction, including phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension. By the end of the training, paraprofessionals will have practical tools and a deeper understanding of how to support the reading process, empowering them to play a key role in helping all students become confident, successful readers.

88. 2026-27 Beginning Teacher Assistance Program Year 2 (Hollister cohort 2)

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Hollister Central Office (Hollister, MO) [map]

Audience: For mentor teachers, including coaching, observation, and feedback training.

Dates: 10/2/2026 to 4/2/2027

Congratulations on completing your first year of the Beginning Teacher Assistance Program (BTAP)! The learning never stops, and BTAP Year 2 is here to support your continued growth. This program, part of the Missouri Teacher Development System, is open to any teacher who has completed the first year of a BTAP in Missouri and meets the state's certification requirements for the second year. This MTDS competency-based opportunity provides on-demand learning aligned with Mike Rutherford's MTDS series, consultant support, and networking with other teachers. The program emphasizes lesson design with differentiation to meet unique student needs, planning student progress monitoring, and working in a community of practice. Join us to continue your journey as an emerging teacher and build on the success of your first year. Provided: lunch, book, materials. **NOW PARTICIPANTS CAN EARN GRADUATE CREDIT**

89. Leading for Impact: Effective Administrative Observation & Feedback of SPED Teachers and the Role of the LEA

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Audience: Building Administrators

Dates: 10/2/2026

This session explores the critical role administrators play in ensuring high-quality special education through effective observation and feedback, as well as, leadership as the Local Education Agency (LEA) representative. Participants will examine what to look for when observing SPED instruction, how to distinguish compliance from meaningful instructional practices, and how effective feedback can strenghten special education programs. The training will also clarify the responsibilities of the LEA in the IEP process and how strong leadership can support teachers while maintaining legal and instructional integrity. Administrators will leave with practical tools and strategies to confidently observe, support, and lead special education programs for improved student success. Parking and Lunch included in price. Parking Pass will be emailed to you prior to training.

90. 2026-27 Beginning Teacher Assistance Program Year 2 (Bolivar area)

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Bolivar - Lime Bank (Bolivar, MO) [map]

Audience: Teachers in their first 4 years of teaching OR needing to fulfill the MO state certification requirements

Dates: 10/5/2026 to 4/5/2027

Congratulations on completing your first year of the Beginning Teacher Assistance Program (BTAP)! The learning never stops, and BTAP Year 2 is here to support your continued growth. This program, part of the Missouri Teacher Development System, is open to any teacher who has completed the first year of a BTAP in Missouri and meets the state's certification requirements for the second year. This MTDS competency-based opportunity provides on-demand learning aligned with Mike Rutherford's MTDS series, consultant support, and networking with other teachers. The program emphasizes lesson design with differentiation to meet unique student needs, planning student progress monitoring, and working in a community of practice. Join us to continue your journey as an emerging teacher and build on the success of your first year. Provided: lunch, book, materials. **NOW PARTICIPANTS CAN EARN GRADUATE CREDIT**

91. 2026-27 Beginning Teacher Assistance Program Year 2 (Joplin area)

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Bolivar - Lime Bank (Bolivar, MO) [map]

Audience: Teachers in their first 4 years of teaching OR needing to fulfill the MO state certification requirements

Dates: 10/6/2026 to 4/6/2027

Congratulations on completing your first year of the Beginning Teacher Assistance Program (BTAP)! The learning never stops, and BTAP Year 2 is here to support your continued growth. This program, part of the Missouri Teacher Development System, is open to any teacher who has completed the first year of a BTAP in Missouri and meets the state's certification requirements for the second year. This MTDS competency-based opportunity provides on-demand learning aligned with Mike Rutherford's MTDS series, consultant support, and networking with other teachers. The program emphasizes lesson design with differentiation to meet unique student needs, planning student progress monitoring, and working in a community of practice. Join us to continue your journey as an emerging teacher and build on the success of your first year. Provided: lunch, book, materials. **NOW PARTICIPANTS CAN EARN GRADUATE CREDIT**

92. Meeting Students Where They Are: Differentiation, Accommodations, and Modifications

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Audience: SPED and General Education Teachers

Dates: 10/6/2026

Differentiation is an instructional process in which teachers proactively transform instruction, learning activities, and student products to maximize each student's growth and individual success by meeting their learning needs. Students in our general education classrooms perform at varying levels of performance. This session will add to your toolbox of instructional techniques to reach all students. We will also discuss accommodations and modifications and how these IEP requirements can be easily managed and the impact they have on student learning. Parking and Lunch included in price. Parking Pass will be emailed to you prior to training.

93. Designing Your Comprehensive Literacy Plan: A Framework and Self-Assessment for LEAs - Training Series

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Dates: 10/7/2026 to 4/21/2027

Description: This learning opportunity is designed for LEAs starting or developing a comprehensive literacy plan (CLP). The training helps districts understand literacy improvement purposes and effectively use Steps to Success Guidance materials to create K-12 literacy plans based on Comprehensive Literacy Needs Assessment results. This framework provides administrators and teachers with guidance on integrating literacy instruction with state standards and evidence-based practices for long-term student success. Enrollment requires commitment to four trainings: two in-person and two virtual sessions over the school year. We request district leadership and literacy leaders attend (minimum two per district). This partnership agreement and commitment consists of: -scheduling and participating in the initial training on Frontline through your RPDC (a half day training) and using the contact information provided during the training to arrange additional support as needed. -committing to meeting with and communicating with your local literacy team on a scheduled basis to have the collaborative conversations needed to complete the Comprehensive Literacy Needs Assessment in order to advance the CLP progress. -accepting and scheduling RPDC check-in support (see virtual dates and times already provided in the Frontline information) as the literacy team works through the CLNA to develop a CLP to communicate progress and troubleshoot issues. RPDC facilitators will host 4 meetings (two in-person, two virtual) and participants must attend the initial meeting and at least two other meetings. These may be regional or local. -communicating to local stakeholders the outcome and goals of the CLP and the next steps. We recommend that LEAs send at least two representatives from their district from either their literacy team, building leadership, or administration.

94. Special Education Eligibility: Making Quality Eligibility Determinations

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Dates: 10/7/2026 to 10/12/2026

The focus of this workshop will be on the evaluation process from pre-referral to eligibility. We will look at how decisions are being made regarding which students to evaluate, how to determine what information needs to be gathered through assessments, observations and then how to use that information in eligibility decisions. Information regarding the content of evaluation reports, based on the standards and indicators, will also be included. The training will be a 2-day training. The training will begin at 9:00 AM and end by 3:00 PM. Cost is $60.00 and includes lunch and parking.

95. Cohort 3 Corrective Action Plan (CAP) Technical Assistance Workshop

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Dates: 10/8/2026

If you are a Cohort 3 district that just received your Tiered Monitoring results and are now saying what next? - This is the workshop for you. Cohort 3 Districts with identified areas of noncompliance must complete specific action steps during the Corrective Action Plan (CAP) Year. This session provides technical assistance on how to write and submit plans of correction, complete the required activities for clearing areas of noncompliance, and provide evidence of correction. Participants will need laptops and User Manager access in IMACs 2.0. One/one technical assistance will be available for writing plans of correction. We will begin at 9:00 AM, and the day will end by 12:00 p.m. Cost is $25 per person and includes a morning snack and parking pass. We will meet at Missouri State University, Hill Hall, Room 402. Parking passes will be emailed to you to print and put in your vehicle before the workshop. If you register after 8:00 am on Tuesday, October 6th, please notify RubenBerry@MissouriState.edu, as parking information will have already been sent, and you will need the information.

96. 2026-27 Beginning Teacher Assistance Program Year 2 (Hollister area)

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Hollister Central Office (Hollister, MO) [map]

Audience: Teachers in their first 4 years of teaching OR needing to fulfill the MO state certification requirements

Dates: 10/9/2026 to 4/9/2027

Congratulations on completing your first year of the Beginning Teacher Assistance Program (BTAP)! The learning never stops, and BTAP Year 2 is here to support your continued growth. This program, part of the Missouri Teacher Development System, is open to any teacher who has completed the first year of a BTAP in Missouri and meets the state's certification requirements for the second year. This MTDS competency-based opportunity provides on-demand learning aligned with Mike Rutherford's MTDS series, consultant support, and networking with other teachers. The program emphasizes lesson design with differentiation to meet unique student needs, planning student progress monitoring, and working in a community of practice. Join us to continue your journey as an emerging teacher and build on the success of your first year. Register now! NOW CHOOSE TO RECEIVE MASTER'S LEVEL CREDIT!!

97. 2026-27 Beginning Teacher Assistance Program Year 2 (Hollister cohort 1)

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Hollister Central Office (Hollister, MO) [map]

Audience: For mentor teachers, including coaching, observation, and feedback training.

Dates: 10/9/2026 to 4/9/2027

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Congratulations on completing your first year of the Beginning Teacher Assistance Program (BTAP)! The learning never stops, and BTAP Year 2 is here to support your continued growth. This program, part of the Missouri Teacher Development System, is open to any teacher who has completed the first year of a BTAP in Missouri and meets the state's certification requirements for the second year. This MTDS competency-based opportunity provides on-demand learning aligned with Mike Rutherford's MTDS series, consultant support, and networking with other teachers. The program emphasizes lesson design with differentiation to meet unique student needs, planning student progress monitoring, and working in a community of practice. Join us to continue your journey as an emerging teacher and build on the success of your first year. Provided: lunch, book, materials. **NOW PARTICIPANTS CAN EARN GRADUATE CREDIT**

98. 2026-27 Designing for Engagement and Critical Thinking

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Audience: Educators who entered the profession through alternative certification or those navigating changes in content or grade level.

Dates: 10/15/2026 to 4/1/2027

Take your lesson design to the next level with our Designing for Engagement and Critical Thinking program, part of the Missouri Teacher Development System (MTDS). This program offers continued support for educators who entered the profession through alternative certification or those navigating changes in content or grade level. This competency-based program equips you with research and evidence-based practices to foster critical thinking and problem-solving. It also allows you to explore topics of interest for your classroom and set growth goals for both your students and yourself. This program emphasizes key MTDS competencies such as designing learning tasks, activities, and experiences, advancing critical thinking and problem-solving, facilitating student inquiry and research, and setting growth goals. It is suggested that you have completed a Beginning Teacher Assistance program before enrolling. Join us to enhance your teaching skills and create engaging, thought-provoking lessons for your students.

99. 26-27 LETRS V2: Language Comprehension Cohort #23

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Dates: 10/19/2026 to 4/6/2027

DESE MO Read, Lead, Exceed participants only. LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) units address each essential component of reading instruction and the foundational concepts that link each component. Skilled reading comprehension includes two domains, Word Recognition (Vol. 1 Units 1-4) and Language Comprehension (Vol.2 Units 5-8). Vol. 2 professional learning focuses specifically on oral language and vocabulary, understanding reading comprehension, text-driven comprehension instruction, and the reading-writing connection. Completion of LETRS Vol. 1 (Units 1-4) is a prerequisite to Vol. 2. For more information, contant Annette Tankersley at annettetankersley@missouristate.edu

100. 2026-27 Beginning Teacher Assistance Program Year 2 (Springfield area)

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Plaster Student Union, MSU Campus (Springfield, MO) [map]

Audience: Teachers in their first 4 years of teaching OR needing to fulfill the MO state certification requirements

Dates: 10/22/2026 to 4/15/2027

Congratulations on completing your first year of the Beginning Teacher Assistance Program (BTAP)! The learning never stops, and BTAP Year 2 is here to support your continued growth. This program, part of the Missouri Teacher Development System, is open to any teacher who has completed the first year of a BTAP in Missouri and meets the state's certification requirements for the second year. This MTDS competency-based opportunity provides on-demand learning aligned with Mike Rutherford's MTDS series, consultant support, and networking with other teachers. The program emphasizes lesson design with differentiation to meet unique student needs, planning student progress monitoring, and working in a community of practice. Join us to continue your journey as an emerging teacher and build on the success of your first year. Provided: lunch, book, materials. **NOW PARTICIPANTS CAN EARN GRADUATE CREDIT**

101. Function Based Thinking

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Audience: special education teachers, regular education teachers, paras, counselors, administrators and/or any team member working with students with challenging behaviors

Dates: 10/26/2026

This workshop will explore how all behavior is a form of communication and serves a purpose. Participants will learn the principles of behavior change, methods for teaching replacement behaviors, and strategies for weakening undesired behavior. Participants will explore the four functions of behavior (Sensory, Escape, Attention, Tangible), and interventions that address each function. The workshop format will allow participants to process a specific student, examine the function of behavior, and leave with strategies to begin to immediately apply. This workshop is designed for special education teachers, regular education teachers, paras, counselors, administrators and/or any team member working with students with challenging behaviors. Registration will begin at 8:30. Lunch and parking are included.

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