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1. Successful Literacy Strategies for Reading and the Content Areas (CPE Course)

Program: CPE Courses

Location: Virtual (PA, PA)

Audience: Educator's Pre K-12

Dates: 6/26/2026 to 8/4/2026

This course is especially designed for teachers instructing students in grades PreK- 12 in any subject area. The class will provide engaging literacy strategies in reading and subject areas that add variety, increase student motivation, enhance understanding and improve achievement. A special emphasis will be made in the Science of Reading through the PA Department of Education focus on Structured Literacy.

The much acclaimed resource, 50 Literacy Strategies: Step-by-Step by Gail Tompkins will be utilized and mailed to you before the class begins. The textbook and instructor will model over 50 lessons and numerous strategies that address literacy implementations that have proven to be successful and motivate students to learn.

This is what's included in the class:

Ø Applying strategies that simplify teaching literacy techniques in all subject areas
Ø Gaining insight and tools into the recommended method of teaching reading and vocabulary through Structured Literacy
Ø Acquiring and practicing new tools for teaching literacy elements
Ø Creating and sharing lessons with others in the class
Ø Sharing reflections and comments through discussion with participants
Ø Fostering the reading-writing connection
Ø Viewing and responding to videos and powerpoints that strengthen the theoretical constructs presented
Ø Developing materials and projects to use with students
Ø Critiquing articles on literacy including those published in educational journals by the presenter of the class
Ø Emphasizing and creating an alphabet book to teach skills in a self-selected area
Ø Utilizing Readers' Theatre and the AREA Approach which have been proven to enhance test results

2. Sign Language Level 2

Program: Student Services - Professional Development

Dates: 6/30/2026 to 8/11/2026

This class assumes that the participant has acquired basic skills taught in an introductory course.

3. Guest Teacher Asynchronous Course 26/27

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: Virtual (PA, PA)

Audience: Individuals who are interested in becoming a certified guest teacher who have at least a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and have obtained Act 34, Act 151 and act 114 Clearances.

Dates: 7/1/2026 to 6/30/2027

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This asynchronous course is designed for individuals who would like to serve as a guest teacher in the schools and districts within the Capital Area Intermediate Unit catchment. The course includes seven modules that cover the topics of professionalism, lesson planning, classroom instruction, legal aspects, special education, positive behavior management, and active engagement strategies. Participants will be able to view videos, read articles and then take time to reflect on the information covered in each module. In order to register for this course, you must have prior approval from The CAIU Human Resources Department. For details, please visit: https://www.caiu.org/careers/employment/guest-teacher-program.

4. SEAC Summer Retreat

Program: Student Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Susquehanna/Yellow Breeches Rooms (Enola, PA) [map]

Dates: 7/14/2026 to 7/15/2026

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Join a collaborative day of learning and discussion for special education leaders! Presenters include PATTAN, Brooke Say with Saxton and Stump, updates from the Bureau of Special Education (BSE), and discussion sessions on topics/issues currently impacting the field special education Please reach out to Ashley Hoffer (ahoffer@caiu.org) should you need any accommodations or if you have dietary restrictions.

5. Build it Right: The Administrator's Role in Powerful Co-Teaching

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: Virtual (PA, PA)

Audience: Designed for administrators, instructional leaders, and educators responsible for scheduling, supporting, and implementing effective co-teaching and inclusive practices.

Dates: 7/16/2026

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Strong co-teaching starts at the systems level. Join this session to explore how administrative decisions directly impact the success of co-teaching teams-and student outcomes. We will dig into the high-impact moves that make co-teaching work: intentional scheduling, protected co-planning time, clear expectations, and a culture of shared ownership. Learn how to streamline supports, reduce friction, and expand inclusive opportunities for all learners. Because when the system works, teachers-and students-do too.

6. CDT Overview & Data Analysis Preview

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Keystone Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: K-12 Teachers, Administrators, Coaches, and Specialists

Dates: 7/20/2026

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Designed for LEAs and teachers new to CDTs, this session delves into what CDTs are, how they operate, what they reveal, and provides a high-level overview of the data. This is an introductory session and need not be repeated if users have previously attended this session.

7. Firefly Overview & Data Analysis Preview

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Keystone Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Dates: 7/20/2026

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Designed for LEAs and teachers new to Firefly, this session delves into what Firefly is, how it operates, and what is revealed, providing a high-level overview of the data. This is an introductory session and need not be repeated if users have previously attended this session.

8. Motivating and Inspiring Today's Students: Strategies, Methods, and Materials to Awaken the Learner (CPE Course)

Program: CPE Courses

Location: Virtual (PA, PA)

Audience: Pre-K to 12 Educators

Dates: 8/1/2026 to 8/30/2026

This IS VIRTUAL 3 credit course. THERE IS NO SPECIFIC DAILY TIME SCHEDULE FOR COMPLETING WORK ONLINE AND NO SCHEDULED WHOLE GROUP IN CLASS TIMES AS WE EXPECT SPECIFIC ASSIGNMENTS TO BE FINISHED BY THE END OF EACH WEEK. THE CLASS WILL BE AVAILABLE 24/7 TO WORK ON AT YOUR CONVENIENCE. IT NOTES TWO MEETINGS FROM 8:30am-8:30pm ON THE FIRST AND LAST DAY OF THE CLASS, THERE ARE NO REQUIRED MEETINGS.

Bringing motivation and inspiration to the classroom is not easy. Motivating students is of paramount concern for classroom teachers. This class is intended to not only motivate students but also to inspire the teacher! The course will provide the needed stimulating tools for pre-K to 12 educators to create classrooms in which students are motivated and inspired to learn. A comprehensive understanding of students' needs and the nature of motivation from recognized experts in the field will be presented.

The modules in the class will provide much variety through analyzing videos, power-points, readings, applying strategies, responding to participants and motivational techniques along with materials to develop that produce desired results. With these practical resources, you'll discover a results-driven framework based on student needs and goals along with practical applications of the concepts through employing effective strategies and materials that welcome engagement.

The text for the class is Motivating and Inspiring Students: Strategies to Awaken the Learner(2017) by Marzano, Scott, Boogren and Newcomb. The book will be sent to you by the date the class begins.

9. Multiple Intelligences in the Classroom: Strategies, Techniques, and Material (CPE Course)

Program: CPE Courses

Location: Virtual (PA, PA)

Audience: Educator's with Instructional 1 or Specialist Certificate

Dates: 8/1/2026 to 8/30/2026

This IS VIRTUAL 3 credit course. THERE IS NO SPECIFIC DAILY TIME SCHEDULE FOR COMPLETING WORK ONLINE AND NO SCHEDULED WHOLE GROUP IN CLASS TIMES AS WE EXPECT SPECIFIC ASSIGNMENTS TO BE FINISHED BY THE END OF EACH WEEK. THE CLASS WILL BE AVAILABLE 24/7 TO WORK ON AT YOUR CONVENIENCE. IT NOTES TWO MEETINGS FROM 8:30am-8:30pm ON THE FIRST AND LAST DAY OF THE CLASS, THERE ARE NO REQUIRED MEETINGS.
The book, Multiple Intelligences in the Classroom (2018) by Dr. Thomas Armstrong will be studied, connections made to chapters, responses made to participants' posts, and a study guide completed for each chapter. Text and material for the class will be provided prior to start date of course and price is included in registration fee. Participants will view multiple intelligence activities implemented in schools that have achieved well with dealing with how students process information. The class will emphasize what each student is attracted to, becomes comfortable with, and skilled in different ways of processing information. Three lessons and hands-on or computer-generated projects will be developed to apply the theory of multiple intelligences. Instructor will provide sample lessons along with modeling of lessons. Participants will develop one artifact (materials provided) for each intelligence and create 3 lessons to share with the group. Questions? Email Dr. William Yerger: william.yerger@eastern.edu or call 610-248-4737. An Instructional 1 or Specialist certificate is required as a prerequisite.

Goals:
1.Impact student learning by teacher applying the principles of multiple intelligence teaching to assist students in processing information in their preferred manner(s). 2.Provide guidance in developing lesson plans that produce student learning. 3.Strengthen student growth in the classroom by studying and applying research on improving student achievement. 4.Increase the success of all students by adhering to the philosophy that all students will succeed in their classroom, not just can succeed.

10. The First Days of School: How to Be an Effective Teacher (CPE Course)

Program: CPE Courses

Location: Virtual (PA, PA)

Audience: Educator's Pre K-12

Dates: 8/1/2026 to 8/30/2026

This IS VIRTUAL 3 credit course. THERE IS NO SPECIFIC DAILY TIME SCHEDULE FOR COMPLETING WORK ONLINE AND NO SCHEDULED WHOLE GROUP IN CLASS TIMES AS WE EXPECT SPECIFIC ASSIGNMENTS TO BE FINISHED BY THE END OF EACH WEEK. THE CLASS WILL BE AVAILABLE 24/7 TO WORK ON AT YOUR CONVENIENCE. IT NOTES TWO MEETINGS FROM 8:30am-8:30pm ON THE FIRST AND LAST DAY OF THE CLASS, THERE ARE NO REQUIRED MEETINGS.

This online class will be extremely helpful for the first-time teacher just as much as for the seasoned professional! This course will provide an educator's goldmine to pertinent information to make not only the first day of school but every day run smoothly. The book utilized, The First Days of School: How To Be An Effective Teacher (2018) by Harry Wong, is the updated edition of a proven resource on successful teaching practices for both classroom management and student success. The course will feature many great, practical ideas to implement resulting in positive outcomes. Students' educational experiences will be so much better after having applied the book along with completing the other high-powered activities in the class. The text for this class will be provided prior to the start date of the course; price is included in the registration fee.
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Goals of the course are:
1. To impact student learning by the teacher applying the three characteristics of an effective teacher. Structuring and organizing the classroom, teaching classroom management procedures that create consistency, and developing lesson plans that produce student learning.
2. To strengthen student growth in the classroom by studying and applying research on improving student achievement.
3. To assist in the success of all students by adhering to the philosophy that all students will succeed in their classroom, not just can succeed.

11. OpenSciEd Curriculum Workshop for Elementary Teachers

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Meadow Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: Science Educators K-5, curriculum leaders

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

Whether you're certain OpenSciEd is right for you, or interested in learning more, this two-day immersive workshop is for you! Participants will leave with the ability to understand the curriculum and how to implement it in their classrooms. This workshop is supported by funding from PDE and is available at no cost to participants.

12. CDT vs. Firefly (virtual)

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: Virtual (PA, PA)

Audience: K-12 Teachers, Administrators, Coaches, and Specialists

Dates: 8/4/2026

Trying to decide what the best fit is for you? This session will walk you through a comparison of the CDT and Firelfy Assessments and a discussion of which one, or a combination of both, is right for you. Leave with resources to make an informed decision that best suits your LEA and students.

13. cAIu Summit: Unleashing the Power of AI

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Audience: Teachers, Administrators, Instructional Coaches

Dates: 8/5/2026

The cAIu Summit on Transforming Education- Join us for the 2nd annual cAIu Summit, happening August 5, 2026, at the Capital Area Intermediate Unit. This event promises a deep dive into the transformative world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its impact on education. Whether you're an educator, administrator, tech professional, or simply passionate about the future of learning, this summit is for you! [Created by Google Gemini, 2/22/24].

14. OpenSciEd Curriculum Workshop for Secondary Teachers

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Juniata Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: Science Educators 6-12, curriculum leaders

Dates: 8/6/2026 to 8/7/2026

Whether you're certain OpenSciEd is right for you, or interested in learning more, this two-day immersive workshop is for you! Participants will leave with the ability to understand the curriculum and how to implement it in their classrooms. This workshop is supported by funding from PDE and is available at no cost to participants.

15. ELD Networking (In Person)

Program: Student Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Friendship Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: Any educator working with multilingual learners

Dates: 8/11/2026

Join us for the ELD Networking kickoff as we take a holistic look at leveraging screeners and diagnostics in our instructional design. Collaborate with colleagues on data-driven strategies that maximize growth for our EL students from day one.

16. Youth Mental Health First Aid

Program: Student Services - Professional Development

Audience: All staff at St. Theresa School

Dates: 8/12/2026

Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders. This training gives adults who work with youth the skills they need to reach out and provide initial support to adolescents (ages 12-18) who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem and help connect them to the appropriate care. Please note that there is approximately 20 minutes pre-work that must be completed before this course. Information will be sent to you a week prior to this training. Each participant of the training will walk away with a certificate of completion in the Youth Mental Health First Aid course. Upon completion of this course and necessary evaluation, Capital Area Intermediate Unit is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Social Workers (Section 47.36), Marriage and Family Therapists (Section 58.36) and Professional Counselors (49.36) to offer 6.5 continuing education hours for social workers, marriage and family therapists and professional counselors. CAIU maintains responsibility for the program(s).

17. CDT Overview & Data Analysis Preview (virtual)

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: Virtual (PA, PA)

Audience: K-12 Teachers, Administrators, Coaches, and Specialists

Dates: 8/18/2026

Designed for LEAs and teachers new to CDTs, this session delves into what CDTs are, how they operate, what they reveal, and provides a high-level overview of the data. This is an introductory session and need not be repeated if users have previously attended this session.

18. Firefly Overview & Data Analysis Preview (virtual)

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: Virtual (PA, PA)

Dates: 8/18/2026

Designed for LEAs and teachers new to Firefly, this session delves into what Firefly is, how it operates, and what is revealed, providing a high-level overview of the data. This is an introductory session and need not be repeated if users have previously attended this session.

19. CDT vs. Firefly

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Meadow Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: K-12 Teachers, Administrators, Coaches, and Specialists

Dates: 8/24/2026

Trying to decide what the best fit is for you? This session will walk you through a comparison of the CDT and Firelfy Assessments and a discussion of which one, or a combination of both, is right for you. Leave with resources to make an informed decision that best suits your LEA and students.

20. Innovative Approaches to Gifted Education Workshop

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Keystone Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: Gifted Education Teachers and Supervisors

Dates: 8/25/2026

This day will focus on Gifted Education instructional strategies, acceleration, compaction, and best practices for writing GIEP goals.

21. CDT Overview & Data Analysis Preview

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Meadow Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: K-12 Teachers, Administrators, Coaches, and Specialists

Dates: 8/26/2026

Designed for LEAs and teachers new to CDTs, this session delves into what CDTs are, how they operate, what they reveal, and provides a high-level overview of the data. This is an introductory session and need not be repeated if users have previously attended this session.

22. Firefly Overview & Data Analysis Preview

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Meadow Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Dates: 8/26/2026

Designed for LEAs and teachers new to Firefly, this session delves into what Firefly is, how it operates, and what is revealed, providing a high-level overview of the data. This is an introductory session and need not be repeated if users have previously attended this session.

23. Ready to Teach: High-Impact Strategies for Today's Classrooms

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: Virtual (PA, PA)

Audience: pre-service teachers, student teachers, new hires, and anyone preparing to step into a teaching role in our local districts—whether you're just starting out or transitioning into the classroom.

Dates: 8/27/2026

Are you preparing to student teach, stepping into a new classroom, or joining one of our local school districts as an educator? This engaging, interactive virtual workshop is for you! Designed to support anyone entering the teaching profession or changing positions-whether you're a college student, a paraeducator transitioning to teaching, or a new hire-this day of professional learning is packed with essential strategies for reaching and supporting every learner. Topics Include: Instructional Technology Classroom Management Executive Functions Assistive Technology MTSS Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Inclusive Practices Accommodations and Modifications This workshop blends self-paced exploration with interactive group instruction and activities, giving you the flexibility to dive into the topics that matter most to you while connecting with others who are on a similar path. You'll walk away with practical knowledge, ready-to-use strategies, and a personalized toolkit of resources to support learners and create engaging classrooms.

24. Asynchronous: Mastering the Tiered Fidelity Inventory (TFI) 3.0 Tier 1 Framework for PBIS

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: Virtual (PA, PA)

Audience: PBIS Tier 1 Coaches, School Administrators, Systems Coordinators, MTSS Leadership

Dates: 9/1/2026

In this asynchronous training, you will unpack the TFI 3.0 Tier 1 scale, consisting of 20 critical items, to evaluate how your school is applying the core features of school-wide Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (SWPBIS). By the end of this course, you will have the knowledge and tools required to accurately assess your current universal systems, improve equitable student outcomes, and prepare for formal TFI walkthroughs.

This is course is 100% online, self-paced, and asynchronous. The course features a slide deck with audio recordings to help unpack the updates to the Tiered Fidelity Inventory. The estimated time to complete the slide deck and assessments is two hours. The audience for this course includes PBIS Tier 1 Coaches, School Administrators, Systems Coordinators, and MTSS (Multi Tiered Systems of Support) Leadership.

**The PaPBS Network will continue to use "TFI 2.1" for the 26-27 School Year and the foreseeable future**

25. Equitable Participation Non-Pub Coaching and Consultation

Program: Student Services - Professional Development

Audience: Non-Public School Teachers ONLY

Dates: 9/1/2026 to 5/15/2027

These professional development hours can be earned by working with one of the coaches on a professional goal that is being implemented in the non-public school classroom. Hours earned will vary based on individual needs.

26. Regional School Nurse Network 26/27

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: Virtual (PA, PA)

Audience: School Nurse

Dates: 9/1/2026 to 5/4/2027

Join fellow school nurses across 8 counties to discuss case studies, share experiences, and hear from industry and agency experts on current trends and needs in school nursing. Flexible scheduling allows you to attend as your duties permit.

27. Classroom Practices Behavior Network

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: Virtual (PA, PA)

Audience: PBIS Coaches

Dates: 9/4/2026 to 5/7/2027

Classroom teachers are welcome to join us for this monthly networking opportunity, where we will discuss classroom behavior, high engagement strategies, and how to take our general practice to better practice.

28. Classroom Management: PBSP

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Friendship Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: Classroom Teachers

Dates: 9/9/2026 to 11/11/2026

This training equips teachers with the tools needed to effectively manage classroom dynamics, prevent unwanted behaviors, and cultivate a strong classroom community.

29. Technology Advisory Council - September Meeting

Program: Technology Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Board Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Dates: 9/10/2026

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As in past years, we will meet nine times throughout the school year to collaborate, share updates, and help guide the strategic direction of technology integration and innovation across our schools.

30. CAIU PaPBIS Coaches Network

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: Virtual (PA, PA)

Audience: PBIS Coaches

Dates: 9/11/2026 to 5/14/2027

Join us for the CAIU PaPBIS Coaches Network! This network is a collaborative space for coaches to share strategies, problem-solve challenges, and strengthen their ability to implement PBIS. All meetings are held virtually from 8:00-8:30 am.

31. Instructional Coach-Mentor Collaborative (CMC) Network Meeting (September 2026)

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Susquehanna Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: Coaches from Instructional Coaching Collaborative member districts

Dates: 9/16/2026

The CAIU Instructional Coaching Mentor works with Instructional Coaching Collaborative members to increase student engagement and improve student achievement by analyzing student data and implementing evidence-based learning strategies. This networking meeting is designed for instructional coaches and/or specialists to communicate, collaborate, and share resources with one another to strengthen classroom instruction, student achievement, and engagement. Session topics also focus on the practice of coaching. Materials and information disseminated during this professional development opportunity will help build capacity and support for instructional coaches in home schools and districts. Ongoing professional learning for instructional coaches enrolled in the Instructional Coaching Collaborative initiative. For this session only, participants can earn up to 6 Act 48 hours.

32. LETRS 3rd Edition, Volume 1 - Units 1-4

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Meadow Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: For all K-3 classroom teachers, Reading Specialists, Special Education teachers, Instructional Coaches, SLPs, School Psychologists, and Administrators

Dates: 9/17/2026 to 4/20/2027

LETRS 3rd edition is professional development in the science of reading and delivered in a blended learning format. Participants will complete online coursework over the school year and attend five in-person learning workshops. The course includes 1-year access to the online content, the required LETRS Volume 1 book, assessments, Bridge to Practice activities, and opportunities for coaching and consultation. IN-PERSON DATES: 9/17 (AM only), 11/12, 1/13, 3/3, 4/20. Attendance at all in-person training dates is required. Although the LETRS training and support are free through the CAIU, participants will be required to purchase the LETRS materials (online course and book) directly through Lexia ($399 plus shipping). Materials must be brought to the first in-person training date. Ordering information will be emailed to registrants.

33. Secondary Literacy Network - In Person - 9/17/2026

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Susquehanna Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: Secondary educators, reading specialists, coaches, administrators

Dates: 9/17/2026

Join fellow secondary educators for a collaborative literacy network session to explore and apply evidence-based practices to strengthen instruction across content areas. Participants will examine high-impact strategies grounded in the science of reading and learning, engage in professional dialogue, and reflect on current practices. The session will provide practical approaches to support adolescent learners in building comprehension, vocabulary, and writing skills, with opportunities to plan for implementation in diverse classroom settings.

34. Secondary Literacy Network - Virtual - 9/17/2026

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: Virtual (PA, PA)

Audience: Secondary educators, reading specialists, coaches, administrators

Dates: 9/17/2026

Join fellow secondary educators for a collaborative literacy network session to explore and apply evidence-based practices to strengthen instruction across content areas. Participants will examine high-impact strategies grounded in the science of reading and learning, engage in professional dialogue, and reflect on current practices. The session will provide practical approaches to support adolescent learners in building comprehension, vocabulary, and writing skills, with opportunities to plan for implementation in diverse classroom settings.

35. PBIS Tier One Refresh

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Susquehanna/Yellow Breeches Rooms (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: PBIS Coaches, Admin, Teachers, Counselors, School Psych

Dates: 9/18/2026

Has your PBIS team undergone any recent changes? If you need to work on refining your PBIS Tier One system, this training is designed for you! Join us for a one-day refresh training, where we go over all the elements of the tier-one fidelity assessment and develop an action plan for your team to work on throughout the year.

36. CAIU Reading Network (9/22/26 In-Person Option)

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Susquehanna/Yellow Breeches Rooms (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: Reading Specialists, Interventionists, Instructional Coaches, Teachers of Reading, Administrators

Dates: 9/22/2026

Reading Specialists, Literacy Coaches, and any teachers of reading are invited to join us for professional development and networking opportunities over the course of the 2026-2027 school year. The intent of this network is to provide professional growth opportunities to teachers of reading in the areas of assessment, intervention, and instruction for struggling readers. There will be 2 options on each date - an in-person option and a virtual option. Each date will have new content and resources to discuss. Sessions will be held on 9/22, 11/19, 2/3, and 4/6. Each network session requires individual registration. By registering for this session, you are registering for the in-person option on 9/22/26.

37. CAIU Reading Network (9/22/26 Virtual Option)

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: Virtual (PA, PA)

Audience: Reading Specialists, Interventionists, Instructional Coaches, Teachers of Reading, Administrators

Dates: 9/22/2026

Reading Specialists, Literacy Coaches, and any teachers of reading are invited to join us for professional development and networking opportunities over the course of the 2026-2027 school year. The intent of this network is to provide professional growth opportunities to teachers of reading in the areas of assessment, intervention, and instruction for struggling readers. There will be 2 options on each date - an in-person option and a virtual option. Each date will have new content and resources to discuss. Sessions will be held on 9/22, 11/19, 2/3, and 4/6. Each network session requires individual registration. By registering for this session, you are registering for the virtual option on 9/22/26. A Zoom link will be emailed to you a few days prior to the session to the email used at registration.

38. De-escalation Strategies

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Juniata Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: Classroom Teachers, Coaches, Counselors, Admin

Dates: 9/22/2026

Educators will leave this training with practical tools and techniques to manage challenging behaviors, diffuse tense situations, and promote positive interactions within the classroom.

39. De-implementation for Structured Literacy (In-Person AM Session)

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Susquehanna Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: District Administrators, Curriculum Directors, Building Principals, Teacher Leaders, Coaches, Reading Specialists

Dates: 9/23/2026

Weed Before You Seed: De-implementation as the First Step to Structured Literacy Implementation

In a time of reduced funding and significant shifts in education policy, school and district leaders are being asked to do more with less - and Pennsylvania's new Structured Literacy legislation adds both urgency and direction to that work. This session explores how leaders can leverage implementation science to strategically de-implement practices that are misaligned with the science of reading, while creating the enabling conditions needed to successfully transition to structured literacy approaches. As Pennsylvania moves to meet the mandates of the new legislation, systems and instructional practices must evolve together. Participants will examine how intentionally stopping or scaling back what isn't working creates space for evidence-based structured literacy practices to take hold, and will leave with practical tools and actions their teams can apply to support sustainable, equitable implementation within their local context.

Session Objectives:

* Define de-implementation and identify low-value practices within current literacy instruction

* Communicate the rationale for de-implementation to staff, families, and stakeholders

* Identify and plan strategies for stopping low-value practices and making room for structured literacy approaches

* Explain the enabling conditions necessary for successful implementation

* Identify and plan four key actions the leadership team can take to build a climate that supports effective, sustainable, and equitable structured literacy implementation across local contexts

40. De-implementation for Structured Literacy (VIRTUAL AM Session)

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: Virtual (PA, PA)

Audience: District Administrators, Curriculum Directors, Building Principals, Teacher Leaders, Coaches, Reading Specialists

Dates: 9/23/2026

Weed Before You Seed: De-implementation as the First Step to Structured Literacy Implementation

In a time of reduced funding and significant shifts in education policy, school and district leaders are being asked to do more with less - and Pennsylvania's new Structured Literacy legislation adds both urgency and direction to that work. This session explores how leaders can leverage implementation science to strategically de-implement practices that are misaligned with the science of reading, while creating the enabling conditions needed to successfully transition to structured literacy approaches. As Pennsylvania moves to meet the mandates of the new legislation, systems and instructional practices must evolve together. Participants will examine how intentionally stopping or scaling back what isn't working creates space for evidence-based structured literacy practices to take hold, and will leave with practical tools and actions their teams can apply to support sustainable, equitable implementation within their local context.

Session Objectives:

* Define de-implementation and identify low-value practices within current literacy instruction

* Communicate the rationale for de-implementation to staff, families, and stakeholders

* Identify and plan strategies for stopping low-value practices and making room for structured literacy approaches

* Explain the enabling conditions necessary for successful implementation

* Identify and plan four key actions the leadership team can take to build a climate that supports effective, sustainable, and equitable structured literacy implementation across local contexts

41. Maximizing What You Have: Strengthening Curriculum with Explicit Instruction Tier 1

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Juniata Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: K-12 math teachers, math coaches or interventionists, special education teachers

Dates: 9/23/2026

How do schools leverage their current curriculum materials for maximum student learning? This session will provide ways to initially embed the elements of explicit instruction into current teaching materials. Based on the work of Dr. Anita Archer's Explicit Instruction Academy, participants will learn how to purposefully add more opportunities for students to respond and engage in learning. Participants will need access to their current teacher's manual and/or curriculum materials.

42. De-implementation for Structured Literacy (In-Person PM Session)

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Susquehanna Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: District Administrators, Curriculum Directors, Building Principals, Teacher Leaders, Coaches, Reading Specialists

Dates: 9/23/2026

Weed Before You Seed: De-implementation as the First Step to Structured Literacy Implementation

In a time of reduced funding and significant shifts in education policy, school and district leaders are being asked to do more with less - and Pennsylvania's new Structured Literacy legislation adds both urgency and direction to that work. This session explores how leaders can leverage implementation science to strategically de-implement practices that are misaligned with the science of reading, while creating the enabling conditions needed to successfully transition to structured literacy approaches. As Pennsylvania moves to meet the mandates of the new legislation, systems and instructional practices must evolve together. Participants will examine how intentionally stopping or scaling back what isn't working creates space for evidence-based structured literacy practices to take hold, and will leave with practical tools and actions their teams can apply to support sustainable, equitable implementation within their local context.

Session Objectives:

* Define de-implementation and identify low-value practices within current literacy instruction

* Communicate the rationale for de-implementation to staff, families, and stakeholders

* Identify and plan strategies for stopping low-value practices and making room for structured literacy approaches

* Explain the enabling conditions necessary for successful implementation

* Identify and plan four key actions the leadership team can take to build a climate that supports effective, sustainable, and equitable structured literacy implementation across local contexts

43. De-implementation for Structured Literacy (VIRTUAL- PM Session)

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: Virtual (PA, PA)

Audience: District Administrators, Curriculum Directors, Building Principals, Teacher Leaders, Coaches, Reading Specialists

Dates: 9/23/2026

Weed Before You Seed: De-implementation as the First Step to Structured Literacy Implementation

In a time of reduced funding and significant shifts in education policy, school and district leaders are being asked to do more with less - and Pennsylvania's new Structured Literacy legislation adds both urgency and direction to that work. This session explores how leaders can leverage implementation science to strategically de-implement practices that are misaligned with the science of reading, while creating the enabling conditions needed to successfully transition to structured literacy approaches. As Pennsylvania moves to meet the mandates of the new legislation, systems and instructional practices must evolve together. Participants will examine how intentionally stopping or scaling back what isn't working creates space for evidence-based structured literacy practices to take hold, and will leave with practical tools and actions their teams can apply to support sustainable, equitable implementation within their local context.

Session Objectives:

* Define de-implementation and identify low-value practices within current literacy instruction

* Communicate the rationale for de-implementation to staff, families, and stakeholders

* Identify and plan strategies for stopping low-value practices and making room for structured literacy approaches

* Explain the enabling conditions necessary for successful implementation

* Identify and plan four key actions the leadership team can take to build a climate that supports effective, sustainable, and equitable structured literacy implementation across local contexts

44. From Gym to Art, Creating Inclusive Electives - Morning Session

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Juniata Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: K–12 elective educators, support staff, special education teachers, instructional coaches, and administartors.

Dates: 9/24/2026

Elective classrooms offer powerful opportunities for students to explore interests, build confidence, and connect with peers-but creating truly inclusive experiences in spaces like gym, art, music, technology, family and consumer sciences, and other electives requires planning and flexible instruction. In this half-day training, participants will explore practical strategies for designing accessible, engaging, and meaningful learning experiences that support the diverse needs of all learners across elective settings. Through participation in a lesson, participants will identify barriers for students with unique learning profiles and learn strategies to circumvent those barriers. Participants will leave with ready-to-use ideas and tools to help create elective environments where all students feel welcomed, supported, and empowered to participate. Please choose morning or afternoon for this workshop on 9/24/2026.

45. Math Collaborative Learning Network (MCLN)

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Friendship Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: K-12 educators, math coaches or interventionists, special education teachers

Dates: 9/24/2026

Join one or all four math-focused sessions to learn about supporting math teaching and learning in grades K-12. Whether you are a teacher, coach, or interventionist, your participation in the math network will expand your knowledge about math teaching and create a network of connections. Each session will focus on different topics related to math and provide participants with ideas and resources to use and share with their colleagues.

46. ELD Networking (Virtual Option)

Program: Student Services - Professional Development

Location: Virtual (PA, PA)

Audience: Any educator working with multilingual learners

Dates: 9/24/2026

We will dive into the linguistic underpinnings and structures of the English language. By demystifying how English works, we can provide teachers with the tools they need to deliver explicit instruction that truly empowers multilingual learners.

47. From Gym to Art, Creating Inclusive Electives - Afternoon Session

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Juniata Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: K–12 elective educators, support staff, special education teachers, instructional coaches, and administartors.

Dates: 9/24/2026

Elective classrooms offer powerful opportunities for students to explore interests, build confidence, and connect with peers-but creating truly inclusive experiences in spaces like gym, art, music, technology, family and consumer sciences, and other electives requires planning and flexible instruction. In this half-day training, participants will explore practical strategies for designing accessible, engaging, and meaningful learning experiences that support the diverse needs of all learners across elective settings. Through participation in a lesson, participants will identify barriers for students with unique learning profiles and learn strategies to circumvent those barriers. Participants will leave with ready-to-use ideas and tools to help create elective environments where all students feel welcomed, supported, and empowered to participate. Please choose morning or afternoon for this workshop on 9/24/2026.

48. ELD Networking (In Person Option)

Program: Student Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Friendship Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: Any educator working with multilingual learners

Dates: 9/24/2026

We will dive into the linguistic underpinnings and structures of the English language. By demystifying how English works, we can provide teachers with the tools they need to deliver explicit instruction that truly empowers multilingual learners.

49. Know Better, Do Better: Handwriting

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: Virtual (PA, PA)

Audience: All educators

Dates: 9/25/2026 to 11/20/2026

Join the CAIU for a 3-session virtual series devoted to handwriting. The presenters will share current handwriting pitfalls, current legislation and research, and strategies/ resources to support handwriting instruction. Sessions will occur on Sept 25, Oct 23, and Nov 20 from 8:00-8:30 AM on Zoom. Zoom registration for link access will be emailed to the email address used during registration on Frontline. Links will be sent a couple of days before each session. Sessions will be recorded and shared at the end of the series with registrants.

50. Restorative Practices COP (Virtual)

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: Virtual (PA, PA)

Audience: Classroom Teachers, Counselors, Coaches, Admin

Dates: 9/25/2026 to 3/19/2027

This community of practice serves as a space for practitioners to share experiences, explore challenges, co-create solutions, and deepen their understanding of restorative values like respect, empathy, accountability, and community.

51. Classwide Math Interventions Tier 1.5

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Friendship Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: K-6 teachers, math coaches and interventionists, special education teachers

Dates: 9/29/2026

What interventions do you put in place when your universal screener shows that more than 50% of a class or grade level is struggling with mathematical concepts and skills? This session will examine Tier 1.5 classwide interventions in math. Participants will learn about several intervention protocols that support the whole class in improving fluency and decreasing the number of students who need Tier 2 intervention support.

52. PBIS Advanced Tiers: Tier 3 Cohort

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Juniata Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: PBIS Coaches, Counselors, Admin, Coaches

Dates: 9/29/2026 to 1/28/2027

Teams who register for this cohort must have received recognition within the PaPBIS network at the tier two level last school year. Teams will need to attend all three days of training. New for 2026-2027 school year! This cohort is designed to support teams who are looking to build their tier three behavior supports at their school. We will go over options for tier three behavior supports, how to design and implement a tier three behavior plan, and how to monitor a plan for success.

53. Team Implemented Problem Solving (TIPS)

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Friendship Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: Teachers, Coaches, PBIS Team Members, Admin

Dates: 9/30/2026

For teams looking to implement the Team Implemented Problem Solving (TIPS) protocol in their behavior meetings.

54. Asynchronous: Mastering the Tiered Fidelity Inventory (TFI) 3.0 Tier 1 Framework for PBIS

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: Virtual (PA, PA)

Audience: PBIS Tier 1 Coaches, School Administrators, Systems Coordinators, MTSS Leadership

Dates: 10/1/2026

In this asynchronous training, you will unpack the TFI 3.0 Tier 1 scale, consisting of 20 critical items, to evaluate how your school is applying the core features of school-wide Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (SWPBIS). By the end of this course, you will have the knowledge and tools required to accurately assess your current universal systems, improve equitable student outcomes, and prepare for formal TFI walkthroughs.

This is course is 100% online, self-paced, and asynchronous. The course features a slide deck with audio recordings to help unpack the updates to the Tiered Fidelity Inventory. The estimated time to complete the slide deck and assessments is two hours. The audience for this course includes PBIS Tier 1 Coaches, School Administrators, Systems Coordinators, and MTSS (Multi Tiered Systems of Support) Leadership.

**The PaPBS Network will continue to use "TFI 2.1" for the 26-27 School Year and the foreseeable future**

55. Early Numeracy Interventions Tier 2

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Friendship Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: K-2 teachers, math coaches and interventionists, special education teachers

Dates: 10/1/2026

What interventions are available for supporting students who struggle with early numeracy skills? This session will examine several research-based interventions that support early numeracy skills for kindergarten and first grade students. Participants will examine these interventions through the lens of the instructional hierarchy by matching student needs with the correct intervention match.

56. MTSS Elementary Refinement

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Susquehanna/Yellow Breeches Rooms (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: K-5 elementary staff who completed elementary novice cohorts

Dates: 10/7/2026

This four-part series uses self-assessment tools to guide teams in refining an existing MTSS framework, increasing its effectiveness, and ensuring sustainability through equitable and universally-designed practices. This session is only available to participants who have completed the CAIU MTSS novice cohort training.

57. Empowering Multilingual Learners with AI

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Meadow Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: Any educator who works with Multilingual Learners

Dates: 10/8/2026

New
Explore practical, educator-friendly ways to use AI tools to support multilingual learners in both ELD and content-area classrooms. This session will highlight strategies for enhancing language development, scaffolding grade-level content, increasing student engagement, and saving teacher time through purposeful AI use. Participants will learn how to craft intentional prompts that generate meaningful, student-centered supports tailored to multilingual learners' language and academic needs. Educators will leave with ready-to-use ideas, examples, and strategies that can immediately enhance instruction and support language growth.

58. Technology Advisory Council - October Meeting

Program: Technology Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Board Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Dates: 10/8/2026

New
As in past years, we will meet nine times throughout the school year to collaborate, share updates, and help guide the strategic direction of technology integration and innovation across our schools.

59. LETRS 3rd Edition, Volume 2 - Units 5-8

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Meadow Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: Individuals who have completed LETRS 3rd edition Volume 1

Dates: 10/13/2026 to 4/1/2027

LETRS 3rd edition is professional development delivered in a blended learning format. Participants will complete online coursework over the year and attend four in-person, full-day learning workshops. The course includes 1-year access to the online content, required book, assessments, Bridge to Practice activities, and opportunities for coaching and consultation. PREREQUISITE: Completion of the LETRS 3rd edition Volume 1, Units 1-4 online course is required. You may be required to show proof of completion. IN-PERSON DATES: 10/13, 12/2, 1/28, and 4/1. Attendance at all four dates is required. Participants will be notified in September 2026 to make arrangements to pick up the book.

60. CRA: Whole Number Operations

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Juniata Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: Grades 2-5 teachers, math coaches or interventionists, special education teachers

Dates: 10/14/2026

This professional development session equips teachers with practical strategies for implementing the Concrete-Representational-Abstract (CRA) sequence to deepen student understanding of whole number operations. Participants will explore how to move students from hands-on experiences with manipulatives (concrete), to visual models and drawings (representational), and finally to symbolic (abstract). Grounded in cognitive research, the session highlights how CRA supports conceptual understanding, reduces cognitive load, and improves retention.

61. Instructional Coach-Mentor Collaborative (CMC) Network Meeting (October 2026)

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Susquehanna Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: Coaches from Instructional Coaching Collaborative member districts

Dates: 10/14/2026

The CAIU Instructional Coaching Mentor works with Instructional Coaching Collaborative members to increase student engagement and improve student achievement by analyzing student data and implementing evidence-based learning strategies. This networking meeting is designed for instructional coaches and/or specialists to communicate, collaborate, and share resources with one another to strengthen classroom instruction, student achievement, and engagement. Session topics also focus on the practice of coaching. Materials and information disseminated during this professional development opportunity will help build capacity and support for instructional coaches in home schools and districts. Ongoing professional learning for instructional coaches enrolled in the Instructional Coaching Collaborative initiative.

62. Tier 2 PBIS Advanced Tier Training

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Meadow/Keystone Rooms (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: PBIS Team Members, Classroom Teachers, Counselors, School Psych, Principals

Dates: 10/14/2026

Teams will gain a foundational understanding of tier two behavior interventions, and develop the skills needed to implement and monitor their success. *In order to register for this training, you must have received recognition at tier one in the PaPBS Network

63. Computation Interventions Tier 2

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Friendship Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: Grades 1-5 teachers, math coaches and interventionists, special education teachers

Dates: 10/15/2026

What interventions are available for supporting students who struggle with basic computation skills? This session will examine research-based interventions that support computational fluency in basic and multi-digit computation. Participants will examine these intervention protocols through the lens of the instructional hierarchy by matching student needs with the correct intervention match.

64. Restorative Practices for Educators

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Laurel Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: Classroom Teachers, Coaches, Counselors, Admin

Dates: 10/15/2026 to 10/16/2026

During this two-day introductory experience, teams will learn the fundamental theory and practices for engaging with students, staff, and parents in your school setting.

65. MTSS Secondary Refinement

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Susquehanna/Yellow Breeches Rooms (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: Grades 6-12 secondary staff that attended MTSS novice cohort

Dates: 10/20/2026

This four-part series uses self-assessment tools to guide teams in refining an existing MTSS framework, increasing its effectiveness, and ensuring sustainability through equitable and universally designed practices. This session is only available to participants who've completed the CAIU MTSS novice cohort.

66. CRA: Fractions

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Juniata Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: Grades 3-6 teachers, math coaches and interventionists, special education teachers

Dates: 10/21/2026

This professional development session equips teachers with practical strategies for implementing the Concrete-Representational-Abstract (CRA) sequence to deepen student understanding of fractions. Participants will explore how to move students from hands-on experiences with manipulatives (concrete), to visual models and drawings (representational), and finally to symbolic (abstract). Grounded in cognitive research, the session highlights how CRA supports conceptual understanding, reduces cognitive load, and improves retention.

67. PBIS Tier One for All: Day 1/4

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Susquehanna/Yellow Breeches Rooms (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: PBIS Coaches, Admin, Teachers, Counselors, School Psych

Dates: 10/21/2026

This training is designed to assist teams in building their tier one PBIS system. Teams who complete this training could be eligible to go for recognition through the PaPBS Network for PBIS once the training series is completed. Teams must register for all four training dates. (10/21/2026, 11/18/2026,1/27/2027, & 3/10/2027).

68. LETRS for Early Childhood (SY 2026-2027)

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Juniata Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: Preschool, Pre-K, and Kindergarten Teachers, Reading Specialists, Administrators

Dates: 10/27/2026 to 4/8/2027

LETRS for Early Childhood is professional development for educators delivered in a blended learning format. This professional learning experience helps teachers understand the development of oral language, print knowledge, alphabet learning, and writing skills. It also provides the "why” and "how” of early literacy instruction across all domains: language, literacy, cognitive, motor, social, and emotional. This training uses a blended learning model with online activities, videos, and assessments across 10 course modules, plus 3 face-to-face sessions at the CAIU on 10/27, 1/21, and 4/8. Attendance at all in-person dates is required. Participants will also be asked to apply their learning to their classroom through Bridge to Practice activities in their own classroom setting. Although the training and support are free through the CAIU, participants are required to purchase their materials (online course access and book) directly through Lexia ($250 plus shipping). Ordering information will be emailed to registrants. Materials must be brought to the first in-person training date.

69. CDT Data Analysis Training - Level 1

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Meadow Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: K-12 Teachers, Administrators, Coaches, and Specialists

Dates: 11/2/2026

Designed for LEAs who have completed one full CDT or Diagnostic Category (DC) assessment and are ready to dive into their students' results. We will explore Flexible Instruction Reports, Individual Student Reports, and Conferencing Reports. The advantages of student conferencing will also be discussed.

70. The Multilingual Collective: Reimagining Assessment Practices for a Diverse School Community

Program: Student Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Susquehanna/Yellow Breeches Rooms (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: Any staff member who works with Multilingual Learners

Dates: 11/2/2026

This full-day session invites educators and administrators to reimagine assessment practices for the diverse needs of their school community. Participants will explore the "why" behind meaningful data collection and examine a range of assessment tools that support the whole child across academic, behavioral, and social-emotional domains. Attendees will leave with practical strategies for building assessment systems that are responsive to all learners and educationally impactful.

71. Firefly Data Analysis Training - Level 1

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Meadow Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: K-12 Teachers, Administrators, Coaches, and Specialists

Dates: 11/2/2026

Designed for LEAs who have completed one full Firefly. We will explore reports focusing on both the individual student and the group. The advantages of student conferencing will also be discussed.

72. Educators of the Gifted network meeting

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Meadow Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: Educators of the Gifted (teachers, admins)

Dates: 11/4/2026

Educators of the Gifted networking meetings are held throughout the school year at CAIU. Meetings include networking opportunities for participants to share successes and discuss current issues with other knowledgeable and experienced administrators and teachers of the gifted working in our region, PDE updates, and current information on best practices for meeting the needs of gifted students. These synchronous sessions will be held in-person.

73. Word Problem Solving Interventions Tier 2

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Friendship Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: Grades 3-6 teachers, math coaches and interventionists, special education teachers

Dates: 11/10/2026

What interventions are available for supporting students who struggle with word problems? This session will examine research-based interventions that support word-problem solving for students in grades 2-6. Participants will learn about the importance of schema-based instruction and how the use of mnemonic strategies supports cognitive thinking and problem solving.

74. Technology Advisory Council - November Meeting

Program: Technology Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Board Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Dates: 11/12/2026

New
As in past years, we will meet nine times throughout the school year to collaborate, share updates, and help guide the strategic direction of technology integration and innovation across our schools.

75. MTSS Elementary Refinement

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Susquehanna/Yellow Breeches Rooms (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: K-5 elementary staff who completed elementary novice cohorts

Dates: 11/16/2026

This four-part series uses self-assessment tools to guide teams in refining an existing MTSS framework, increasing its effectiveness, and ensuring sustainability through equitable and universally-designed practices. This session is only available to participants who have completed the CAIU MTSS novice cohort training.

76. Secondary Literacy Network - In Person - 11/17/26

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Meadow Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: Secondary educators, reading specialists, coaches, administrators

Dates: 11/17/2026

Join fellow secondary educators for a collaborative literacy network session to explore and apply evidence-based practices to strengthen instruction across content areas. Participants will examine high-impact strategies grounded in the science of reading and learning, engage in professional dialogue, and reflect on current practices. The session will provide practical approaches to support adolescent learners in building comprehension, vocabulary, and writing skills, with opportunities to plan for implementation in diverse classroom settings.

77. Secondary Literacy Network - Virtual - 11/17/26

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: Virtual (PA, PA)

Audience: Secondary educators, reading specialists, coaches, administrators

Dates: 11/17/2026

Join fellow secondary educators for a collaborative literacy network session to explore and apply evidence-based practices to strengthen instruction across content areas. Participants will examine high-impact strategies grounded in the science of reading and learning, engage in professional dialogue, and reflect on current practices. The session will provide practical approaches to support adolescent learners in building comprehension, vocabulary, and writing skills, with opportunities to plan for implementation in diverse classroom settings.

78. CRA: Pre-Algebra

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Juniata Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: Secondary math teachers, math coaches or interventionists, special education teachers

Dates: 11/18/2026

This professional development session equips teachers with practical strategies for implementing the Concrete-Representational-Abstract (CRA) sequence to deepen student understanding of fractions. Participants will explore how to move students from hands-on experiences with manipulatives (concrete), to visual models and drawings (representational), and finally to symbolic (abstract). Grounded in cognitive research, the session highlights how CRA supports conceptual understanding, reduces cognitive load, and improves retention.

79. PBIS Tier One for All: Day 2/4

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Susquehanna/Yellow Breeches Rooms (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: PBIS Coaches, Admin, Teac

Dates: 11/18/2026

This training is designed to assist teams in building their tier one PBIS system. Teams that complete this training could be eligible to go for recognition through the PaPBS Network for PBIS once the training series is completed. Teams must register for all four training dates (10/21/2026, 11/18/2026,1/27/2027, & 3/10/2027).

80. CAIU Reading Network (11/19/26 In-Person Option)

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Susquehanna/Yellow Breeches Rooms (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: Reading Specialists, Interventionists, Instructional Coaches, Teachers of Reading, Administrators

Dates: 11/19/2026

Reading Specialists, Literacy Coaches, and any teachers of reading are invited to join us for professional development and networking opportunities over the course of the 2026-2027 school year. The intent of this network is to provide professional growth opportunities to teachers of reading in the areas of assessment, intervention, and instruction for struggling readers. There will be 2 options on each date - an in-person option and a virtual option. Each date will have new content and resources to discuss. Sessions will be held on 9/22, 11/19, 2/3, and 4/6. Each network session requires individual registration. By registering for this session, you are registering for the in-person option on 11/19/26.

81. CAIU Reading Network (11/19/26 Virtual Option)

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: Virtual (PA, PA)

Audience: Reading Specialists, Interventionists, Instructional Coaches, Teachers of Reading, Administrators

Dates: 11/19/2026

Reading Specialists, Literacy Coaches, and any teachers of reading are invited to join us for professional development and networking opportunities over the course of the 2026-2027 school year. The intent of this network is to provide professional growth opportunities to teachers of reading in the areas of assessment, intervention, and instruction for struggling readers. There will be 2 options on each date - an in-person option and a virtual option. Each date will have new content and resources to discuss. Sessions will be held on 9/22, 11/19, 2/3, and 4/6. Each network session requires individual registration. By registering for this session, you are registering for the virtual option on 11/19/26. A Zoom link will be emailed to you a few days prior to the session to the email used at registration.

82. Executive Function Skills

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Juniata Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: Instructional Coaches, General Education Teachers, Special Education Teachers, Administrators, paraprofessionals, and related service providers.

Dates: 11/19/2026

Join us to learn about Executive Function Skills, how they develop, how they impact academic, behavioral, and social functioning, and strategies to support someone with executive function deficits. The afternoon will emphasize classroom-based strategies, including tried and true methods, like Get Ready-Do-Done, as well as other methods to address individual skills, such as: retrieval practices, self-regulation check-ins, time management, cognitive flexibility, planning and prioritizing, as well as strategies for organization.

83. Math Collaborative Learning Network (MCLN)

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Friendship Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: K-12 educators, math coaches or interventionists, special education teachers

Dates: 11/19/2026

Join one or all four math-focused sessions to learn about supporting math teaching and learning in grades K-12. Whether you are a teacher, coach, or interventionist, your participation in the math network will expand your knowledge about math teaching and create a network of connections. Each session will focus on different topics related to math and provide participants with ideas and resources to use and share with their colleagues.

84. MTSS Secondary Refinement

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Susquehanna/Yellow Breeches Rooms (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: Grades 6-12 secondary staff that attended MTSS novice cohort

Dates: 12/3/2026

This four-part series uses self-assessment tools to guide teams in refining an existing MTSS framework, increasing its effectiveness, and ensuring sustainability through equitable and universally designed practices. This session is only available to participants who've completed the CAIU MTSS novice cohort.

85. CDT Data Analysis Training - Level 1 (Virtual)

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: Virtual (PA, PA)

Audience: K-12 Teachers, Administrators, Coaches, and Specialists

Dates: 12/8/2026

Designed for LEAs who have completed one full CDT or Diagnostic Category (DC) assessment and are ready to dive into their students' results. We will explore Flexible Instruction Reports, Individual Student Reports, and Conferencing Reports. The advantages of student conferencing will also be discussed.

86. Firefly Data Analysis Training - Level 1 (virtual)

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: Virtual (PA, PA)

Audience: K-12 Teachers, Administrators, Coaches, and Specialists

Dates: 12/8/2026

Designed for LEAs who have completed one full Firefly. We will explore reports focusing on both the individual student and the group. The advantages of student conferencing will also be discussed.

87. Tier 2 PBIS Advanced Tier Training

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Meadow/Keystone Rooms (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: PBIS Team Members, Classroom Teachers, Counselors, School Psych, Principals

Dates: 12/9/2026

Teams will gain a foundational understanding of tier two behavior interventions, and develop the skills needed to implement and monitor their success. *In order to register for this training, you must have received recognition at tier one in the PaPBS Network

88. Instructional Coach-Mentor Collaborative (CMC) Network Meeting (December 2026)

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Susquehanna Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: Coaches from Instructional Coaching Collaborative member districts

Dates: 12/10/2026

The CAIU Instructional Coaching Mentor works with Instructional Coaching Collaborative members to increase student engagement and improve student achievement by analyzing student data and implementing evidence-based learning strategies. This networking meeting is designed for instructional coaches and/or specialists to communicate, collaborate, and share resources with one another to strengthen classroom instruction, student achievement, and engagement. Session topics also focus on the practice of coaching. Materials and information disseminated during this professional development opportunity will help build capacity and support for instructional coaches in home schools and districts. Ongoing professional learning for instructional coaches enrolled in the Instructional Coaching Collaborative initiative.

89. ELD Networking (In Person Option)

Program: Student Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Friendship Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: Any educator working with multilingual learners

Dates: 12/10/2026

In this session, we will unpack a systematic phonics scope and sequence alongside evidence-based resources to help streamline your daily instruction. Learn how to explicitly map out foundational skills and select high-impact tools that align with a structured literacy framework.

90. Technology Advisory Council - December Meeting

Program: Technology Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Yellow Breeches (Enola, PA) [map]

Dates: 12/10/2026

New
As in past years, we will meet nine times throughout the school year to collaborate, share updates, and help guide the strategic direction of technology integration and innovation across our schools.

91. ELD Networking (Virtual Option)

Program: Student Services - Professional Development

Location: Virtual (PA, PA)

Audience: Any educator working with multilingual learners

Dates: 12/10/2026

In this session, we will unpack a systematic phonics scope and sequence alongside evidence-based resources to help streamline your daily instruction. Learn how to explicitly map out foundational skills and select high-impact tools that align with a structured literacy framework.

92. MTSS Elementary Refinement

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Susquehanna/Yellow Breeches Rooms (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: K-5 elementary staff who completed elementary novice cohorts

Dates: 1/7/2027

This four-part series uses self-assessment tools to guide teams in refining an existing MTSS framework, increasing its effectiveness, and ensuring sustainability through equitable and universally-designed practices. This session is only available to participants who have completed the CAIU MTSS novice cohort training.

93. Ready to Teach: High-Impact Strategies for Today's Classrooms

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: Virtual (PA, PA)

Audience: pre-service teachers, student teachers, new hires, and anyone preparing to step into a teaching role in our local districts—whether you're just starting out or transitioning into the classroom.

Dates: 1/13/2027

Are you preparing to student teach, stepping into a new classroom, or joining one of our local school districts as an educator? This engaging, interactive virtual workshop is for you! Designed to support anyone entering the teaching profession or changing positions-whether you're a college student, a paraeducator transitioning to teaching, or a new hire-this day of professional learning is packed with essential strategies for reaching and supporting every learner. Topics Include: Instructional Technology Classroom Management Executive Functions Assistive Technology MTSS Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Inclusive Practices Accommodations and Modifications This workshop blends self-paced exploration with interactive group instruction and activities, giving you the flexibility to dive into the topics that matter most to you while connecting with others who are on a similar path. You'll walk away with practical knowledge, ready-to-use strategies, and a personalized toolkit of resources to support learners and create engaging classrooms.

94. Technology Advisory Council - January Meeting

Program: Technology Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Yellow Breeches (Enola, PA) [map]

Dates: 1/14/2027

New
As in past years, we will meet nine times throughout the school year to collaborate, share updates, and help guide the strategic direction of technology integration and innovation across our schools.

95. Instructional Coach-Mentor Collaborative (CMC) Network Meeting (January 2027)

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Susquehanna Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: Coaches from Instructional Coaching Collaborative member districts

Dates: 1/20/2027

The CAIU Instructional Coaching Mentor works with Instructional Coaching Collaborative members to increase student engagement and improve student achievement by analyzing student data and implementing evidence-based learning strategies. This networking meeting is designed for instructional coaches and/or specialists to communicate, collaborate, and share resources with one another to strengthen classroom instruction, student achievement, and engagement. Session topics also focus on the practice of coaching. Materials and information disseminated during this professional development opportunity will help build capacity and support for instructional coaches in home schools and districts. Ongoing professional learning for instructional coaches enrolled in the Instructional Coaching Collaborative initiative.

96. Tier 2 PBIS Advanced Tier Training

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Meadow/Keystone Rooms (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: PBIS Team Members, Classroom Teachers, Counselors, School Psych, Principals

Dates: 1/20/2027

Teams will gain a foundational understanding of tier two behavior interventions, and develop the skills needed to implement and monitor their success. *In order to register for this training, you must have received recognition at tier one in the PaPBS Network

97. Math Collaborative Learning Network (MCLN)

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Friendship Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: K-12 educators, math coaches or interventionists, special education teachers

Dates: 1/21/2027

Join one or all four math-focused sessions to learn about supporting math teaching and learning in grades K-12. Whether you are a teacher, coach, or interventionist, your participation in the math network will expand your knowledge about math teaching and create a network of connections. Each session will focus on different topics related to math and provide participants with ideas and resources to use and share with their colleagues.

98. PBIS Tier One for All: Day 3/4

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Susquehanna/Yellow Breeches Rooms (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: PBIS Coaches, Admin, Teachers, Counselors, School Psych

Dates: 1/27/2027

This training is designed to assist teams in building their tier one PBIS system. Teams that complete this training could be eligible to go for recognition through the PaPBS Network for PBIS once this training series is completed. Teams must register for all four training dates. (10/21/2026, 11/18/2026,1/27/2027, & 3/10/2027).

99. CAIU Reading Network (2/3/27 In-Person Option)

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Susquehanna/Yellow Breeches Rooms (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: Reading Specialists, Interventionists, Instructional Coaches, Teachers of Reading, Administrators

Dates: 2/3/2027

Reading Specialists, Literacy Coaches, and any teachers of reading are invited to join us for professional development and networking opportunities over the course of the 2026-2027 school year. The intent of this network is to provide professional growth opportunities to teachers of reading in the areas of assessment, intervention, and instruction for struggling readers. There will be 2 options on each date - an in-person option and a virtual option. Each date will have new content and resources to discuss. Sessions will be held on 9/22, 11/19, 2/3, and 4/6. Each network session requires individual registration. By registering for this session, you are registering for the in-person option on 2/3/27.

100. CAIU Reading Network (2/3/27 Virtual Option)

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: Virtual (PA, PA)

Audience: Reading Specialists, Interventionists, Instructional Coaches, Teachers of Reading, Administrators

Dates: 2/3/2027

Reading Specialists, Literacy Coaches, and any teachers of reading are invited to join us for professional development and networking opportunities over the course of the 2026-2027 school year. The intent of this network is to provide professional growth opportunities to teachers of reading in the areas of assessment, intervention, and instruction for struggling readers. There will be 2 options on each date - an in-person option and a virtual option. Each date will have new content and resources to discuss. Sessions will be held on 9/22, 11/19, 2/3, and 4/6. Each network session requires individual registration. By registering for this session, you are registering for the virtual option on 2/3/27. A Zoom link will be emailed to you a few days prior to the session to the email used at registration.

101. Restorative Conferences

Program: Educational Services - Professional Development

Location: CAIU Laurel Room (Enola, PA) [map]

Audience: Classroom Teachers, Coaches, Counselors, Admin

Dates: 2/3/2027 to 2/4/2027

Restorative conferencing offers a structured and relational approach to bring together those who have caused harm or have been impacted by it, and members of the broader community, to collectively address what happened, its impact, and how to move forward. This professional learning experience provides the foundational knowledge and skills needed to facilitate formal restorative conferences in response to incidents of wrongdoing or serious conflict. Participants will learn how to create a safe space for accountability, support emotional healing, and rebuild trust through guided dialogue and mutual agreement.