Frontline Education

1. NEIU 19 Induction - MENTORS ONLY - Year 1 Cohort 2025-2027

Program: Training Consultation and Professional Development

Dates: 9/1/2025 to 5/1/2026

This registration is for Mentors only participating in NEIU 19's Teacher Induction program for the 2025-2027 cohort. You and your mentee are expected to cover, review and collaborate on the required monthly checklists. Thank you for guiding your mentee this upcoming school year.

2. 2025-26 The Armature Arts Ambassador Project

Program: Training Consultation and Professional Development

Audience: Educators interested in the arts and arts education

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

Educators will participate in professional development workshops in arts education. Additionally, they will serve as ambassadors in their respective school districts to teach and inform colleagues of opportunities and new information on arts integration and in arts learning.

3. ESL/Title III Coordinator/Administrator Cohort (January 13, February 10 and March 17, 2026)

Program: Community Services

Audience: ESL/Title III Coordinators/Administrators

Dates: 1/13/2026 to 3/17/2026

ESL/Title III Coordinators/Administrators are invited to participate in our upcoming leadership Cohort, a three-part virtual series designed to connect supervisors across the region, share resources, and provide a dedicated space for discussion and problem-solving. This cohort will offer opportunities to: -Network with fellow ESL/Title III administrators -Explore current resources, supports, and updates relevant to your role -Engage in guided conversations on key topics -Bring forward your questions, challenges, and ideas for collaborative solutions Session Dates (via Zoom): January 13, 2026 • 9:00-10:00 AM- zoom link… https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83499094405 February 10, 2026 • 11:00 AM-12:00 PM… https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89874822615 March 17, 2026 • 1:00-2:00 PM… https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86324413743 Participants should register once for the full 3-hour cohort through our Frontline registration system. Planned Discussion Topics Include: -Title III program requirements and updates -Best practices for supporting multilingual learners -Tools and systems available to ESL administrators through the NEIU -Strategies for onboarding and supporting ESL teachers -Parent and family engagement considerations -Open forum for pressing questions or district-specific needs Act 45 Hours will be awarded for interested administrators. We hope you will join us for this collaborative series and take advantage of the opportunity to connect with colleagues and deepen your support for multilingual learners.

4. MTSS Enhancements Forum: Strengthening Systems Through Collaboration and Continuous Improvement - January 13, 2026 / March 26, 2026

Program: Training Consultation and Professional Development

Dates: 1/13/2026 to 3/26/2026

Join us for a dynamic MTSS Networking Forum designed to inspire, connect, and empower school and district teams! This is your opportunity to strengthen and enhance your MTSS systems through meaningful collaboration, effective practices, and shared best strategies. Whether your team is building a foundation or refining well-established systems, this forum will help you take the next step in your MTSS journey. Together, we'll explore real-world solutions and practical strategies to ensure that every student receives the right support, at the right time.

5. Structured Literacy Leadership: What Administrators Need to Know!

Program: Training Consultation and Professional Development

Dates: 2/10/2026 to 5/6/2026

The purpose of this course is to ensure that leaders deepen their understanding of the Act 55, Chapter 49 legislative requirements regarding the Science of Reading and Structured Literacy and that they are better prepared to lead and support their staff in increasing reading achievement for all students, particularly diverse learners. This training will outline and review leading research in literacy, identify big ideas in reading instruction, and assist education leaders to analyze their core reading program and make determinations about instructional gaps in their current literacy program. In addition, leaders will be able to understand the importance and be able to evaluate how teachers and systems leverage efficient instructional practices including explicit instruction to improve outcomes for students within a Structured Literacy Framework. Finally, the training will help school leaders understand Structured Literacy within an MTSS framework, through assessment and instruction, in response to students' needs and increasing support for students with below grade level skills. Number of course hours: 18 in class hours, 3 online hours (Schoology course), 9 job-embedded hours

6. Every Moment Matters: Designing Engaging, Communicative Learning Spaces for Students with Autism / 2-11-2026

Program: Training Consultation and Professional Development

Dates: 2/11/2026

This training equips special education teachers with foundational, evidence-based strategies to proactively manage challenging behaviors and create an optimal learning environment. Participants will explore behavioral basics and discover practical techniques to foster a structured, predictable, and positive classroom. Key topics include:

•Behavior Basics: Applying principles of ABA to prevent behavior, and capitalize on opportunities for reinforcement.

•Structuring Routines and Environment: Implementing clear expectations and visual supports to provide necessary structure, reduce anxiety, and promote engagement.

•Supporting Communication: Utilizing visuals to help students express their needs and wants.

•Increasing Independence: Learning strategies to fade adult and build independence, enabling students to thrive in all settings. Leave this session with an actionable toolkit to enhance student success, improve IEP goal attainment, and build a more supportive and inclusive classroom community. Snow-date / 3-25-2026

7. Ignite, Implement, Impact: A 3-Day School Improvement Institute (February 19th, March 26th & April 17, 2026)

Program: Training Consultation and Professional Development

Dates: 2/19/2026 to 4/17/2026

During the three-day Institute sessions, your NEIU 19 School Improvement Team, will provide practical strategies, action-plan review, structured reflection, guest speakers, networking, and opportunities for team collaboration to support meaningful and sustainable change and the implementation of your programming. School Improvement is a team approach, and we recommend three individuals (minimum) to attend these sessions. Each team member must register separately for Act 48 hours. The makeup of these teams should include:

• 1 building principal

• 1 lead educator (i.e., department head, coach, etc.)

• 1 additional person (i.e., multi-committee member, etc)

• Central Office individuals (curriculum directors, special education directors, etc.) are more than welcome to attend and participate in this series, but is not recommended to be one of the three identified individuals. (Lunch on your own)

8. Educational Leaders Forum - February 23, 2026

Program: Training Consultation and Professional Development

Dates: 2/23/2026

PURPOSE OF EDUCATIONAL LEADERS FORUMS The Educational Leaders Forums have several purposes: a. To seek input and to solicit district/school needs for professional development programming, b. To share and receive PDE updates, c. To provide a forum to discuss issues, questions, etc. from the schools we serve, d. To hear from leading experts in the field, and e. To learn about NEIU programming updates from each NEIU department (Educational Programs and Services, Curriculum, TaC, Special Education, Technology, STEM, etc.). We hope to have representation from each of our member districts each month. up to 25 Act 45 hours will be awards for participation in these forums.

9. Gifted / Title III Network - February 26, 2026

Program: Training Consultation and Professional Development

Dates: 2/26/2026

In this collaborative network event, Gifted Educators and English Language Learner (ELL/Title III) Educators will dive into the world of differentiation using AI. Throughout the day, educators will have the opportunity to learn and discuss AI tools for themselves and students along with hands-on learning opportunities.

10. SSD - PJAS Judges Training and Event (2/28/2026)

Program: Inservice for SCRANTON School District

Dates: 2/28/2026

Starting Soon

In-person at Wilkes University.

11. LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) Volume 2 - 4 Cohorts

Program: Training Consultation and Professional Development

Dates: 3/3/2026 to 5/15/2026

Starting Soon

LETRS is a full-year professional learning course for instructors of reading, spelling, and related language skills. It provides educators with in-depth knowledge and tools that they can use with any reading program. This dynamic blended learning experience includes the following components: -LETRS Online Learning Platform -LETRS Print Manual -Bridge to Practice Activities -LETRS Facilitator-Led Sessions -Unit 5: March 3, 2026 -Unit 6: April 23, 2026 -Unit 7: May 5, 2026 -Unit 8: May 15, 2026 During the LETRS course of study, participants will watch videos of expert teaching, complete activities to reinforce concepts, and have opportunities to apply learning to the classroom in Bridge to Practice activities. LETRS professional learning is accredited by the International Dyslexia Association and aligns with their Knowledge and Practice Standards for Teachers of Reading. The program follows a Structured Literacy approach, and provides educators with Science of Reading pedagogy, depth of knowledge, and tools to teach language and literacy skills to every student.

12. HPE Teacher Training - March 3, 2026

Program: Training Consultation and Professional Development

Dates: 3/3/2026

Starting Soon

Join us as we navigate three topics that can help support Health and Physical Education Professionals in PA. The first topic will share the process of the new academic standards for Health and Physical Education. We will provide an oversight of the process. Review the format and content that will be included in the new Academic Standards. The second topic will introduce a new focus on teaching Health K-12. Skills-Based Health allows students to become lifelong learners through practicing the 7 Health Literacy Skills. Teachers will practice using local and state data to improve the delivery of health education. The third topic will address the new executive order on the Presidential Fitness Testing. Prepare to engage in a discussion that will focus on providing lifelong fitness education to all students. Teachers will provide examples of how fitness concepts can be taught to support growth in physical fitness amongst all students. Teachers will leave with activities and action steps to promote more fitness concepts in their physical education curriculum.

13. SSD - 3D Printing & Modeling

Program: Inservice for SCRANTON School District

Audience: Scranton School District Teachers

Dates: 3/4/2026

NewStarting Soon

Includes a 30 min lunch

14. OGAP (Ongoing Assessment Project): Additive Cohort: 2026

Program: Training Consultation and Professional Development

Dates: 3/4/2026 to 5/19/2026

Starting Soon

OGAP Additive Professional Development for K-3 classroom teachers, special educators, math interventionists, and math instructional leaders. OGAP Additive Reasoning professional development is organized around content, mathematics education research, and evidence in student work and instructional decision-making using formative assessment and learning progressions. Teachers will learn about increasing number sense, subitizing, counting, number comparison, number lines, addition, subtraction, and fact fluency.

15. SSD - All One Restorative Practices Training (3/5/2026 and 3/11/2026)

Program: Inservice for SCRANTON School District

Audience: Scranton School District staff

Dates: 3/5/2026 to 3/11/2026

Starting Soon

Participants must attend training session 1 on 2/9/26 (6.5 hours included in district in-service sign up) and the 2 after school sessions for an additional 6.5 hours

16. Educational Support Group Facilitator Training - March 6, 2026

Program: Training Consultation and Professional Development

Dates: 3/6/2026

Participants will learn how to establish and facilitate educational support groups for children in grades kindergarten through twelve in a school setting. Why would schools consider Educational Support Groups? Students listen to other students. Groups are an effective and fun way to teach social and emotional skills to students. Educational support groups are different than therapy groups. As schools begin to implement Tier 2 supports for students K-12, agency and school personnel will receive training to prepare them to effectively facilitate educational skill-development groups in schools.

17. SSD - Curriculum Council (3/9/2026)

Program: Inservice for SCRANTON School District

Audience: SSD Curriculum Council

Dates: 3/9/2026

For Scranton School District personnel only.

18. SSD - Building Plan Meeting 3 - BP-3 (3/13/2026)

Program: Inservice for SCRANTON School District

Audience: Scranton School District Staff

Dates: 3/13/2026

For Scranton School District personnel only.

19. Pre-Alg & Algebra I Online Training Tools, Desmos Calculator, & Networking (3-16-2026)

Program: Training Consultation and Professional Development

Dates: 3/16/2026

This session is designed to support Pre-Algebra & Algebra I teachers in preparing their students for the 8th grade PSSA & Algebra I Keystone Exam. Participants will explore the online training tools, gaining familiarity with the testing platform, item types, and strategies for integrating these tools into classroom practice to support assessment readiness. The session will also include a hands-on focus using the Desmos calculator, with practical tips, shortcuts, and "tricks” to enhance efficiency and deepen student understanding. In addition, dedicated networking time will allow participants to collaborate with colleagues, share best practices, discuss instructional challenges, and exchange ideas for engaging Pre-Alg/Algebra 1 instruction.

20. LATTE: SETT Overview for District Teams / 3-17-2026

Program: Training Consultation and Professional Development

Audience: Admin, Teachers, Related Services, School Psychologists, School Counselors

Dates: 3/17/2026

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Join us on SETT Patrick's Day! The SETT Framework, developed by Dr. Joy Zabala, is a collaborative decision-making model designed to help educational teams select and implement appropriate Assistive Technology (AT). The process focuses on gathering information to build a shared understanding of the student's unique needs before trialing technology solutions.

21. ImagineX- Wednesday, March 25, 2026

Program: Community Services

Audience: Students, counselors, and teachers

Dates: 3/25/2026

What does the future of creative careers really look like - and how can we help students see what's possible? ImagineX is an immersive, one-day experience designed for students in grades 6-9, along with their teachers and counselors, to explore the evolving world of creative careers through real stories, emerging technology, and interactive sessions. Taking place on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at Marywood University, ImagineX brings together industry professionals, educators, and students to showcase how creative skills translate into real, in-demand career paths - from design and storytelling to problem-solving, innovation, and tech-integrated fields. Why Attend ImagineX? Students gain exposure to creative careers they won't find in a textbook - including AI, design, podcasting, virtual architecture, tattoo art, and more Educators leave with inspiration, practical insights, and ACT 48 credits Counselors gain up-to-date knowledge of emerging pathways to better support diverse learners, especially those who don't fit traditional molds Registration & Cost $150 per team Each team includes up to 10 participants, made up of students, counselors, and teachers Lunch is included for all registered team members Event Details 📅 Wednesday, March 25, 2026 ⏰ 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM 📍 Marywood University 🎓 ACT 48 credits available for educators ImagineX is designed to complement existing curriculum and counseling efforts, helping school districts prepare students not just for today's opportunities, but for what's next. We invite you to share this opportunity with your staff and students and consider attending as a team. Additional information is attached. Learn more and register at ImagineXPA.com https://www.armaturenepa.org/imagine-x Let's help students imagine their future in a whole new way.

22. School Nurse Professional Development Night - March 25, 2026

Program: Training Consultation and Professional Development

Dates: 3/25/2026

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This workshop strengthens school-based emergency preparedness by bringing school nurses together to build effective partnerships with emergency responders. Participants will review Crisis Response Team structures, clarify roles during medical emergencies, and strengthen collaboration with local EMS. The session includes practical discussion on working with EMTs, hands-on Stop the Bleed training, and an overview of triage principles-building confidence, coordination, and readiness when seconds matter. Snow Date TBD

23. Ignite, Implement, Impact: Day 2 & Day 3 School Improvement Institute / 3-26-2026 & 4-17-2026

Program: Training Consultation and Professional Development

Dates: 3/26/2026 to 4/17/2026

New

On your Day 2 & 3 Institute sessions, your NEIU 19 School Improvement Team, will provide practical strategies, action-plan review, structured reflection, guest speakers, networking, and opportunities for team collaboration to support meaningful and sustainable change and the implementation of your programming. School Improvement is a team approach, and we recommend three individuals (minimum) to attend these sessions. Each team member must register separately for Act 48 hours. The makeup of these teams should include:
• 1 building principal * 1 lead educator (i.e., department head, coach, etc.)
• 1 additional person (i.e., multi-committee member, etc)
• Central Office individuals (curriculum directors, special education directors, etc.) are more than welcome to attend and participate in this series, but is not recommended to be one of the three identified individuals. (Lunch on your own)

24. Regional School Safety Meeting - 3-27-2026

Program: Training Consultation and Professional Development

Audience: School District Safety and Security Coordinators, First responders, Emergency Management, District Attorney's Offices, and Local Law Enforcement.

Dates: 3/27/2026

The NEIU19 School Safety Security Coordinators, in collaboration with Critical Response Group will host a comprehensive Tabletop Exercise training on March 27th from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at NEIU 19. This session will provide active shooter tabletop training designed to strengthen emergency preparedness, coordination, and response strategies across districts. Participants will engage in scenario-based discussions, review current protocols, and share best practices to enhance school safety and interagency collaboration. Lunch will be provided

25. Reading 101 for Secondary NSIS (Option 1) MS

Program: ER&D Scranton Personnel Only

Audience: Scranton School Teachers

Dates: 3/28/2026

(Make-up date for 2/7/26) Middle School (Grades 5-8): All 5-8 teachers (including our long-term and permanent substitute teachers) will participate in this two-hour professional learning session grounded in the science of reading and designed to support middle school teachers with discipline specific literacy practices. *You will select WHEN you would like to be trained. Option 1 and 2 are paid trainings at the hourly rate. Option 3 is unpaid and will take place on the February 9th PD day in the afternoon. You must select and register for one option. DEADLINE to REGISTER is TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2026. Reading 101 for Secondary This mini-course is grounded in the science of reading and designed to support middle school teachers with discipline specific literacy practices. The first hour introduces foundational reading concepts, including how students learn to read and the skills that support fluent comprehension, using Scarborough's rope to build a shared understanding across content areas. The second hour focuses on research-based vocabulary practices that help middle school students access complex text, strengthen comprehension, and build academic language. There will be three training sites based on participants' home schools. *Participants must register for the training at their home school. Teachers from Monticello may select any available training location. NEIU Links are in blue. Please register as soon as possible to secure your preferred option! Options will close once they reach capacity.

26. Reading 101 for Secondary WSIS (Option 1) MS

Program: ER&D Scranton Personnel Only

Audience: Scranton School Teachers

Dates: 3/28/2026

(Make-up date for 2/7/26) Middle School (Grades 5-8): All 5-8 teachers (including our long-term and permanent substitute teachers) will participate in this two-hour professional learning session grounded in the science of reading and designed to support middle school teachers with discipline specific literacy practices. *You will select WHEN you would like to be trained. Option 1 and 2 are paid trainings at the hourly rate. Option 3 is unpaid and will take place on the February 9th PD day in the afternoon. You must select and register for one option. DEADLINE to REGISTER is TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2026. Reading 101 for Secondary This mini-course is grounded in the science of reading and designed to support middle school teachers with discipline specific literacy practices. The first hour introduces foundational reading concepts, including how students learn to read and the skills that support fluent comprehension, using Scarborough's rope to build a shared understanding across content areas. The second hour focuses on research-based vocabulary practices that help middle school students access complex text, strengthen comprehension, and build academic language. There will be three training sites based on participants' home schools. *Participants must register for the training at their home school. Teachers from Monticello may select any available training location. NEIU Links are in blue. Please register as soon as possible to secure your preferred option! Options will close once they reach capacity.

27. Reading 101 for Secondary SSIS (Option 1) MS

Program: ER&D Scranton Personnel Only

Audience: Scranton School Teachers

Dates: 3/28/2026

(Make-up date for 2/7/26) Middle School (Grades 5-8): All 5-8 teachers (including our long-term and permanent substitute teachers) will participate in this two-hour professional learning session grounded in the science of reading and designed to support middle school teachers with discipline specific literacy practices. *You will select WHEN you would like to be trained. Option 1 and 2 are paid trainings at the hourly rate. Option 3 is unpaid and will take place on the February 9th PD day in the afternoon. You must select and register for one option. DEADLINE to REGISTER is TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2026. Reading 101 for Secondary This mini-course is grounded in the science of reading and designed to support middle school teachers with discipline specific literacy practices. The first hour introduces foundational reading concepts, including how students learn to read and the skills that support fluent comprehension, using Scarborough's rope to build a shared understanding across content areas. The second hour focuses on research-based vocabulary practices that help middle school students access complex text, strengthen comprehension, and build academic language. There will be three training sites based on participants' home schools. *Participants must register for the training at their home school. Teachers from Monticello may select any available training location. NEIU Links are in blue. Please register as soon as possible to secure your preferred option! Options will close once they reach capacity.

28. Intro to Collins Writing Workshop - March 30, 2026

Program: Training Consultation and Professional Development

Dates: 3/30/2026

This session offers an introduction to the Collins Writing Program, a practical and proven approach to improving student writing across content areas. Participants will explore the program's Five Types of Writing, which blend writing-to-learn strategies with formal writing tasks to build clarity, critical thinking, and communication skills. Emphasis will be placed on how Collins Writing supports standards-aligned instruction and reinforces key literacy skills in all grade levels.

29. Educational Leaders Forum - March 30, 2026

Program: Training Consultation and Professional Development

Dates: 3/30/2026

PURPOSE OF EDUCATIONAL LEADERS FORUMS The Educational Leaders Forums have several purposes: a. To seek input and to solicit district/school needs for professional development programming, b. To share and receive PDE updates, c. To provide a forum to discuss issues, questions, etc. from the schools we serve, d. To hear from leading experts in the field, and e. To learn about NEIU programming updates from each NEIU department (Educational Programs and Services, Curriculum, TaC, Special Education, Technology, STEM, etc.). We hope to have representation from each of our member districts each month. up to 25 Act 45 hours will be awards for participation in these forums.

30. Early Intervention Inservice (04/01/2026)

Program: Early Intervention

Dates: On-Going (Ends Apr 1, 2026)

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Professional Staff: Admin Building Paraprofessionals: Scranton School For the Deaf

31. ESL 3: Observing, Planning, Implementing & Managing Instruction

Program: CPE

Dates: 4/6/2026 to 5/17/2026

This course will examine the theories, principals, and practices that assist English learners in achieving academic proficiency in the content area. Planning standards-based instruction and adapting instruction in the content area is emphasized. Teachers will be able to demonstrate knowledge of their ELs and the role of individual characteristics in the process and outcome of language learning. Drawing upon this knowledge performance-based measures to assess ELs discrete and integrated ability to use grammar, vocabulary, listening, speaking, reading, and writing to communicate.

32. Using Assessments to Support Mathematics Instruction - April 7, 2026

Program: Training Consultation and Professional Development

Dates: 4/7/2026

PDE's Mathematics Curriculum Advisor, Kevin Mauro, will deliver a session designed to strengthen educators' understanding of how assessments can be strategically used to enhance mathematics instruction and student learning outcomes. Participants will examine the four primary types of assessments, additional assessment tools that provide valuable insights into student understanding, and Depth of Knowledge (DOK) and its application in assessing cognitive rigor within mathematics tasks. Emphasis will be placed on determining the appropriate use and timing of each assessment type to inform instructional planning and decision-making as well as the consideration of how assessment results can guide instructional adjustments and promote the incorporation of the Standards for Mathematical Practice, fostering deeper mathematical reasoning and problem solving among students.

33. Every Moment Matters: Designing Engaging, Communicative Learning Spaces for Students with Autism / 4-8-2026

Program: Training Consultation and Professional Development

Dates: 4/8/2026

New

This training equips special education teachers with foundational, evidence-based strategies to proactively manage challenging behaviors and create an optimal learning environment. Participants will explore behavioral basics and discover practical techniques to foster a structured, predictable, and positive classroom. Key topics include:
• Behavior Basics: Applying principles of ABA to prevent behavior, and capitalize on opportunities for reinforcement.
• Structuring Routines and Environment: Implementing clear expectations and visual supports to provide necessary structure, reduce anxiety, and promote engagement.
• Supporting Communication: Utilizing visuals to help students express their needs and wants.
• Increasing Independence: Learning strategies to fade adult and build independence, enabling students to thrive in all settings. Leave this session with an actionable toolkit to enhance student success, improve IEP goal attainment, and build a more supportive and inclusive classroom community.

34. Gifted Network - April 8, 2026

Program: Training Consultation and Professional Development

Dates: 4/8/2026

NEIU 19 has created this network as an opportunity for individuals supporting Gifted Students to support each other through problem-solving on difficult situations/cases, gaining peer advice, and brainstorming how to manage unique topics impacting the group. Each session will feature guest speakers, high interest topics, scenarios that will offer conversations to be completed in small groups, as well as an opportunity to learn and grow from each other as we debrief whole group. Looking forward to building this network with you.

35. Open SciEd Professional Learning/Support Group

Program: STEM

Audience: Educators and Administrators who are currently piloting OpenSci Ed Curricular Materials

Dates: 4/9/2026

Open to specific districts who have completed Open SciEd training, this meeting supports educators and administrators through the piloting process, exchanges information, resources and best practices and supports districts on their journey to full adoption.

36. SSD - PSSA Building Plan (4/10/2026)

Program: Inservice for SCRANTON School District

Audience: Scranton School District Staff - Grades K-8

Dates: 4/10/2026

For Scranton School District personnel only. Grades K-8 Only.

37. Educational Leaders Forum - April 13, 2026

Program: Training Consultation and Professional Development

Dates: 4/13/2026

PURPOSE OF EDUCATIONAL LEADERS FORUMS The Educational Leaders Forums have several purposes: a. To seek input and to solicit district/school needs for professional development programming, b. To share and receive PDE updates, c. To provide a forum to discuss issues, questions, etc. from the schools we serve, d. To hear from leading experts in the field, and e. To learn about NEIU programming updates from each NEIU department (Educational Programs and Services, Curriculum, TaC, Special Education, Technology, STEM, etc.). We hope to have representation from each of our member districts each month. up to 25 Act 45 hours will be awards for participation in these forums.

38. NEIU Learning Campus Dunmore Secondary Transition (AM Session 4-16-2026)

Program: Training Consultation and Professional Development

Dates: 4/16/2026

Transition Training

39. NEIU Learning Campus Dunmore Secondary Transition (PM Session 4-16-2026)

Program: Training Consultation and Professional Development

Dates: 4/16/2026

Transition Training

40. From Phonics to Fairy Tales: Laying the Foundation for Lifelong Literacy (Grades K-3)

Program: CPE

Dates: 4/20/2026 to 5/31/2026

Literacy is a right; not a privileged. All students who enter our schools need to have equity and access to strong foundational literacy skills to they can unlock the magic of reading and contribute to our future society. This course is designed to amplify practices in phonological/phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary, and comprehension while taking student needs in account when planning.

41. How to View Students Through a Trauma-Informed Lens

Program: CPE

Dates: 4/20/2026 to 5/31/2026

The purpose of the proposed course is to educate teachers on the trauma-informed approach. Once teachers learn the importance of using and the best practices of a trauma-informed approach, they will be more incline to implement the approach in their classrooms, thus improving their effectiveness as an educator.

42. Innovative Teaching with AI: Transforming Education for the 21st Century

Program: CPE

Dates: 4/20/2026 to 5/31/2026

The purpose of the proposed course is to educate teachers on the importance of integrating AI into the classroom. Once teachers learn the importance of using and the best practices for integrating AI tools, they will be more inclined to use AI in their classrooms, thus improving their effectiveness as an educator.

43. IEPs and the Dynamic Learning Maps - April 21, 2026

Program: Training Consultation and Professional Development

Dates: 4/21/2026

This training empowers educators to effectively integrate the Dynamic Learning Maps (DLM) system into their Individualized Education Program (IEP) development process. How do the Essential Elements connect to the IEP? What data is available to the IEP team? The afternoon networking opportunity will highlight an elementary classroom. The day will conclude with brainstorming strategies for improved parent engagement in the IEP process.

44. TACT2 Trainers Annual Recertification / 4-22-2026

Program: Training Consultation and Professional Development

Dates: 4/22/2026

Closed

This Training is open to current & active TACT2 Trainers only. Limited to 16 participants.

45. SSD - Professional Developmnet Planning Committee (4/22/2026)

Program: Inservice for SCRANTON School District

Audience: SSD Professional Development Planning Committee

Dates: 4/22/2026

For Scranton School District personnel only.

46. TACT2 Trainers Annual Recertification / 4-29-2026

Program: Training Consultation and Professional Development

Dates: 4/29/2026

This Training is open to current & active TACT2 trainers only. Limited to 16 participants.

47. SSD - Keystone Exam - Building Plan (5/1/2026)

Program: Inservice for SCRANTON School District

Audience: Scranton School District Staff - Grades 9-12

Dates: 5/1/2026

For Scranton School District personnel only Grades 9-12 Only.

48. Educational Leaders Forum - May 4, 2026

Program: Training Consultation and Professional Development

Dates: 5/4/2026

PURPOSE OF EDUCATIONAL LEADERS FORUMS The Educational Leaders Forums have several purposes: a. To seek input and to solicit district/school needs for professional development programming, b. To share and receive PDE updates, c. To provide a forum to discuss issues, questions, etc. from the schools we serve, d. To hear from leading experts in the field, and e. To learn about NEIU programming updates from each NEIU department (Educational Programs and Services, Curriculum, TaC, Special Education, Technology, STEM, etc.). We hope to have representation from each of our member districts each month. up to 25 Act 45 hours will be awards for participation in these forums.

49. Emotional Support Network - May 5, 2026

Program: Training Consultation and Professional Development

Dates: 5/5/2026

NEIU 19 has created this network as an opportunity for emotional support teachers to support each other through problem-solving on difficult situations/cases, gaining peer advice, and brainstorming how to manage unique topics impacting the group. Each session will feature guest speakers, high interest topics, scenarios that will offer conversations to be completed in small groups, as well as an opportunity to learn and grow from each other as we debrief whole group. Looking forward to building this network with you.

50. SSD - Curriculum Council (5/11/2026)

Program: Inservice for SCRANTON School District

Audience: SSD Curriculum Council

Dates: 5/11/2026

For Scranton School District personnel only.

51. PBIS Networking Day / 5-12-2026

Program: Training Consultation and Professional Development

Dates: 5/12/2026

The NEIU19 is offering PBIS Networking Days for teams from around the region to connect over relevant PBIS topics and learn, share, collaborate, and inspire. All PBIS team members across the tiers are invited to attend. We welcome full teams as well as individual educators. Please have each team member register separately. We can't wait to see you!

52. TACT2 Trainers Annual Recertification / 5-12-2026

Program: Training Consultation and Professional Development

Dates: 5/12/2026

Training is open to current & active TACT2 trainers Only. Limited to 16 participants

53. MTSS Workshop

Program: Inservice for SCRANTON School District

Audience: Scranton School District Staff

Dates: 5/19/2026

MTSS Workshop

54. SSD - Professional Development Day 5 - PDD-5 (5/19/2026)

Program: Inservice for SCRANTON School District

Audience: Scranton School District Staff

Dates: 5/19/2026

For Scranton School District personnel only.

55. ESL 1: Introduction to Teaching English as a Second Language

Program: CPE

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 5/25/2026 to 7/5/2026

This course is the basic introduction to ESL Program Specialist Certification. It will include five domains of teaching English learners:culture, language, planning instruction, assessment, and professionalism. Emphasis is placed on the Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) teaching standards and English Language Development Standards. Teachers will examine research-based practices in relation to the five domains and identify their role as an English as a Second Language (ESL) teacher.

56. TACT2 Trainers Annual Recertification / 5-27-2026

Program: Training Consultation and Professional Development

Dates: 5/27/2026

Training is open to current & active TACT2 trainers only. Limited to 16 participants.

57. SSD - Building Plan Meeting 4 - BP-4 (5/29/2026)

Program: Inservice for SCRANTON School District

Audience: Scranton School District Staff

Dates: 5/29/2026

For Scranton School District personnel only.

58. SSD - Professional Development Planning Committee (6/1/2026)

Program: Inservice for SCRANTON School District

Audience: SSD Professional Development Planning Committee

Dates: 6/1/2026

For Scranton School District personnel only.

59. SSD - State Mandate Fulfillment - SM-2 (6/5/2026)

Program: Inservice for SCRANTON School District

Audience: Scranton School District Staff

Dates: 6/5/2026

For Scranton School District personnel only.

60. From Phonics to Fairy Tales: Laying the Foundation for Lifelong Literacy (Grades K-3)

Program: CPE

Dates: 6/8/2026 to 7/19/2026

Literacy is a right; not a privileged. All students who enter our schools need to have equity and access to strong foundational literacy skills to they can unlock the magic of reading and contribute to our future society. This course is designed to amplify practices in phonological/phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary, and comprehension while taking student needs in account when planning.

61. How to View Students Through a Trauma-Informed Lens

Program: CPE

Dates: 6/8/2026 to 7/19/2026

The purpose of the proposed course is to educate teachers on the trauma-informed approach. Once teachers learn the importance of using and the best practices of a trauma-informed approach, they will be more incline to implement the approach in their classrooms, thus improving their effectiveness as an educator.

62. Innovative Teaching with AI: Transforming Education for the 21st Century

Program: CPE

Dates: 6/8/2026 to 7/19/2026

The purpose of the proposed course is to educate teachers on the importance of integrating AI into the classroom. Once teachers learn the importance of using and the best practices for integrating AI tools, they will be more inclined to use AI in their classrooms, thus improving their effectiveness as an educator.

63. SSD - State Mandate Fulfillment - SM-3 (6/8/2026)

Program: Inservice for SCRANTON School District

Audience: Scranton School District Staff

Dates: 6/8/2026

For Scranton School District personnel only.

64. TACT2 Training of Trainers / June 9-12, 2026

Program: Training Consultation and Professional Development

Dates: 6/9/2026 to 6/12/2026

This four-day trainer certification will provide the knowledge, skills, and materials needed to certify staff in your schools in the TACT2 Crisis Intervention Program Therapeutic Aggression Control Techniques is trauma-informed and competency-based intervention program that will help your staff develop the skills and judgment to: (1) Distinguish between true emotional crisis and functional, deliberate misbehavior. (2) Better understand the impact of ACEs and trauma on children's behavior. (3) Skillfully de-escalate emotional issues with calming and listening skills. (4) Effectively manage deliberate misbehavior with limit-setting and fair consequences. (5) Avoid power struggles and anger traps. (6) Safely control dangerous situations with minimal risk to staff and students For additional information contact: BT Lively blively@iu19.org

65. ESL 1: Introduction to Teaching English as a Second Language

Program: CPE

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 7/13/2026 to 8/23/2026

This course is the basic introduction to ESL Program Specialist Certification. It will include five domains of teaching English learners:culture, language, planning instruction, assessment, and professionalism. Emphasis is placed on the Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) teaching standards and English Language Development Standards. Teachers will examine research-based practices in relation to the five domains and identify their role as an English as a Second Language (ESL) teacher.

66. ESL 5: Assessment and Support

Program: CPE

Dates: 7/13/2026 to 8/23/2026

This course will allow teachers gain exposure to the tool necessary to be able to access English learners appropriately and in a timely way. The course will offer knowledge on benchmarks for different proficiency levels. Assessing English learners can be a challenge to not only teachers but also the students themselves. As ESL students in K-12 are taught English, proper instruments need to be in place to access student progress. Tools should be appropriate, and take into account the proficiency level of the learner.

67. From Phonics to Fairy Tales: Laying the Foundation for Lifelong Literacy (Grades K-3)

Program: CPE

Dates: 7/27/2026 to 9/6/2026

Literacy is a right; not a privileged. All students who enter our schools need to have equity and access to strong foundational literacy skills to they can unlock the magic of reading and contribute to our future society. This course is designed to amplify practices in phonological/phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary, and comprehension while taking student needs in account when planning.

68. How to View Students Through a Trauma-Informed Lens

Program: CPE

Dates: 7/27/2026 to 9/6/2026

The purpose of the proposed course is to educate teachers on the trauma-informed approach. Once teachers learn the importance of using and the best practices of a trauma-informed approach, they will be more incline to implement the approach in their classrooms, thus improving their effectiveness as an educator.

69. Innovative Teaching with AI: Transforming Education for the 21st Century

Program: CPE

Dates: 7/27/2026 to 9/6/2026

The purpose of the proposed course is to educate teachers on the importance of integrating AI into the classroom. Once teachers learn the importance of using and the best practices for integrating AI tools, they will be more inclined to use AI in their classrooms, thus improving their effectiveness as an educator.

70. SSD - Principal Retreat - Day 1 (8/10/2026)

Program: Inservice for SCRANTON School District

Audience: Scranton School District Staff

Dates: 8/1/2026

Registration times: 8:30am - 9am For Scranton School District personnel only.

71. SSD - Principal Retreat - Day 1 (8/10/2026)

Program: Inservice for SCRANTON School District

Audience: Scranton School District Staff

Dates: 8/10/2026

Registration times 8:30am - 9am

72. SSD - Principal Retreat - Day 2 (8/11/2026)

Program: Inservice for SCRANTON School District

Audience: Scranton School District Staff

Dates: 8/11/2026

Registration times: 8:30am - 9am For Scranton School District personnel only.

73. New Teacher Orientation

Program: Inservice for SCRANTON School District

Audience: Scranton School District Administrative Staff

Dates: 8/21/2026

Registration times 8:30am - 9am

74. In-Service-Professional Day (PDD#1)

Program: Inservice for SCRANTON School District

Audience: Scranton School District Staff

Dates: 8/24/2026

Registration times 8am - 8:15am

75. In-Service-Professional Development Day (PDD#2)

Program: Inservice for SCRANTON School District

Audience: Scranton School District Staff

Dates: 8/25/2026

Registration times 8am - 8:15am

76. ESL 3: Observing, Planning, Implementing & Managing Instruction

Program: CPE

Dates: 9/7/2026 to 10/19/2026

This course will examine the theories, principals, and practices that assist English learners in achieving academic proficiency in the content area. Planning standards-based instruction and adapting instruction in the content area is emphasized. Teachers will be able to demonstrate knowledge of their ELs and the role of individual characteristics in the process and outcome of language learning. Drawing upon this knowledge performance-based measures to assess ELs discrete and integrated ability to use grammar, vocabulary, listening, speaking, reading, and writing to communicate.