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1. COHORT: LITERACY AND DYSLEXIA

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Classroom teachers, Special Education teachers, Academic support staff, and Instructional Coaches

Dates: 8/8/2024 to 5/20/2025

The Dyslexia and Literacy Cohort is designed for classroom teachers and anyone who provides instruction on Dyslexia or Literacy. This cohort is designed with those instructors in mind. The cohort will meet 4 times this year (2 in the 1st semester and 2 in the 2nd semester) with a focus on Best Practices for Dyslexia and Literacy. Session topics for the first semester are as August 8, 2024: How to Prepare a Successful Year of Dyslexic Instruction October 8, 2024 : Providing Effective Instruction through Best Practice Strategies

2. WORKFORCE LITERACY WORKSHOPS

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Workforce Literacy coordinators

Dates: 8/8/2024 to 5/13/2025

Let's continue our work! These meetings will serve as updates, professional development, curriculum development and celebrations of our work on Workforce Literacy

3. COHORT: SOCIAL STUDIES

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Social Studies Teachers

Dates: 10/3/2024 to 4/30/2025

A cohort for social studies educators to improve instructional practices, increase test scores, and empower students to be effective citizens. Through this collaborative group, we will be discussing the future of social studies with the advent of AI; test preparation; and turning students into citizens.

4. COHORT: SPECIAL EDUCATION NETWORK

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Special Educators and Special Education Leaders

Dates: 10/7/2024 to 3/5/2025

This cohort equips intervention specialists with essential skills across three focused sessions. Session 1 guides participants in exploring effective communication strategies to build trust and respect with families and the community. Session 2 establishes a solid understanding of special education laws, including IDEA and ADA, and imparts practical advocacy techniques. Session 3 centers on cultural competency and equity in special education, equipping participants with tools to support diverse student needs and promote inclusive educational practices. By the cohort's conclusion, participants will possess a comprehensive toolkit to enhance family engagement, navigate legal requirements, and foster inclusive learning environments.

5. COHORT: MATHEMATICS LEADERSHIP

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Mathematics leaders including but not limited to principals, academic coaches, grade team leaders, and master teachers.

Dates: 10/16/2024 to 5/6/2025

This program is designed for mathematics leaders at every level (e.g., principals, academic coaches, grade team leaders, and master teachers). The program aims to assess the impact of leaders on improving student learning by examining their current mathematics situation in terms of instruction, structure, and culture. Participants will become familiar with the National Council of Supervisors of Mathematics (NCSM) framework for leadership in Mathematics Education. You will be guided through developing a mathematics program improvement plan (MPIP) through assigned learning activities and deliverables designed to support progress through various stages of the MPIP. Participants are expected to attend meetings fully prepared to contribute to group learning. The primary resource for this year will be NCSM Essential Actions: Instructional Leadership in Mathematics Education. Session topics are: 1. Preparing Your Program (instructional focus); 2. Planting Seeds of Security (structural focus); 3. Cultivating a Healthy Mathematics Garden (cultural focus); and 4. Celebrating Improvement (sustainability focus).

6. COHORT: SPECIAL EDUCATION LEADERSHIP : EQUITY AND LEGAL FOUNDATIONS IN SPECIAL EDUCATION

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: special education leaders, including administrators, coordinators, and lead teachers, who are responsible for guiding and supporting special education programs and services.

Dates: 10/22/2024 to 2/21/2025

Session 1 explores the essential components of equity and legal knowledge in special education leadership, focusing on strategies to address disparities, promote inclusive practices, and advocate effectively for marginalized students and families. Session 2 provides a comprehensive exploration of key legal and policy issues, equipping leaders to navigate regulations, address ethical dilemmas, ensure compliance, and uphold professional standards. This cohort prepares special education leaders to create fair, inclusive, and legally sound educational environments by integrating equity and legal perspectives.

7. COHORT: SUPPORTING MULTI-LINGUAL LEARNERS

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: TESOL/EL/MLL teachers & classroom teachers serving linguistically diverse students

Dates: 10/23/2024 to 4/10/2025

Join us to stay updated with the latest research and news in multilingual education, learn innovative strategies tailored to your classroom, and engage in meaningful networking with peers. In this supportive community committed to enhancing language development and academic achievement for all students, we meet to share ideas, strategies, and ready-to-use instructional resources. Each session is a blend of learning, sharing experiences, and building a collective knowledge base to effectively support emergent multilinguals in their educational journey. Session focus areas include Feb 6: Identifying & serving MLs with disabilities; tech tools that support academic language learning; April 10: Experienced MLs (aka Long-Term English Learners); monitoring exited students.

8. COHORT: LEADERSHIP - Special Considerations for School Leaders in a Time of Teacher Shortage

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: School leaders, assistant school leaders, aspiring school leaders

Dates: 1/15/2025 to 4/29/2025

This space is especially for leaders to talk and debrief issues of mutual concern and support. We will meet approximately once each month in the second semester with planned topics as follows though topics may vary with interest levels:) January 15 - Ethical Considerations for School Leaders February 25 - Intentional Staff Retention March 19 - The Leader's Role in Special Education April 29 - Strategic Planning for a New School Year Please join us for a time of shared discourse and mutual support!

9. HOW TO TEACH KIDS TO THINK: PARTS 1 and 2

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Teachers, instructional coaches, curriculum directors, assistant leaders and leaders

Dates: 2/5/2025 to 3/6/2025

Can the thinking skills of our students keep pace with artificial intelligence? Critical thinking skills are more important than ever as we look into the future for our students. A technology-based and technology-dependent world requires its people to be able to analyze, evaluate and create information. How may teachers best prepare students for this world and for the rigorous demands of their futures? Join us as we discuss the development of critical thinking skills necessary for all ages of students.

10. BRIDGING THE LITERACY GAP--How Writing Connects to the Science of Reading

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Teachers ; School Leaders

Dates: 2/13/2025

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But what about writing? Speaking and Listening? In this session, we will explore how writing and the other literacy skills play a crucial role within the framework of the Science of Reading, enhancing literacy development for all learners. Participants will learn how writing not only reinforces phonemic awareness and decoding skills but also fosters vocabulary growth, comprehension, and critical thinking. Through practical strategies, we will discuss how writing activities-such as dictation, sentence construction, and written expression-support the brain's natural process of reading acquisition. Attendees will gain insights into how structured writing practices align with evidence-based reading instruction and promote deeper engagement with texts. This session is perfect for educators seeking to integrate writing seamlessly into their literacy instruction for a comprehensive, research-backed approach to developing proficient readers and writers.

11. QUICK WINS, BIG GAINS: TARGETED READING AND WRITING INTERVENTIONS THAT WORK

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Classroom Teachers, grades 3-12

Dates: 2/18/2025

Get ready to see big results with simple, high-impact interventions you can use immediately! In this session, you will learn targeted strategies that improve comprehension and writing skills that are essential across content areas. Discover actionable tools to address common literacy skill gaps, engage diverse learners, and make measurable gains--without overhauling your existing routines. Not just for ELA teachers, these strategies offer versatile ways for even the most resistant students to make meaningful connections through the written word.

12. BUILDING LESS ANXIOUS, MORE RESILIENT STUDENTS

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Teachers and school leaders

Dates: 2/20/2025

In an age where anxiety levels are rising, how can schools become places of calm and resilience? This session is for educators and school leaders committed to fostering mental wellness in students. Participants will explore how a supportive school culture, growth mindset, and "stress as enhancing" perspective can reduce anxiety. Learn evidence-based strategies for promoting resilience and decreasing student anxiety in the classroom. By the end of the session, you'll be equipped with tools to help students navigate stress more effectively and develop the confidence to thrive in and beyond school.

13. COACHING TEACHERS THROUGH ASSESSMENT SEASON

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: School Leaders; Instructional Coaches; Mentors

Dates: 2/27/2025

How much do your teachers understand the assessments their students take? This session will cover strategies and tips to share while coaching your new and inexperienced teachers in effectively using assessment data to improve instruction. We will share best practices that school leaders can use to coach your teachers while they prepare their students for assessments.

14. HITS! How to Coach Your Staff to Use HIGH IMPACT TEACHING STRATEGIES

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: School leaders; instructional coaches; mentors; and teacher leaders

Dates: 3/4/2025

The BIG TEN! Join us to learn ten strategies that will help you coach your teachers to a better understanding of high stakes assessments and how to best prepare students for the assessments. Come away from this session with ideas you can use the next day!

15. LEVEL UP! Practical Strategies for Adding Rigor to Instruction

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Teachers; School Leaders; Curriculum Leaders

Dates: 3/13/2025

In this session, educators will learn how to elevate their instruction by incorporating Depth of Knowledge (DOK) and increasing rigor to foster deeper learning. We will explore the four levels of DOK and discuss how to design lessons and assessments that encourage critical thinking, problem-solving, and application of knowledge beyond surface-level tasks. Participants will gain practical strategies for creating challenging, yet accessible learning experiences that promote student engagement, creativity, and higher-order thinking. Attendees will also learn how to scaffold instruction to support diverse learners, ensuring all students can rise to the challenge. This session is ideal for educators looking to refine their teaching practices and create a more rigorous, meaningful classroom environment.

16. RESET AND RECONNECT: Proven Strategies to Revitalize Motivation

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Classroom Teachers

Dates: 3/25/2025

Reignite your students' drive with tried and true strategies that foster motivation and connection! If you're looking for a way to help students shake off the winter doldrums and finish the school year on a high note, this session will equip you with practical tools to re-engage students who may feel disconnected or discouraged. You'll learn techniques to spark interest, boost confidence, offer empowering choices, and create a classroom culture that keeps students invested in their learning.

17. THE FOUNDATION: Bricks and Mortar to Building Academic Vocabulary

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Classroom teachers; school leaders; instructional coaches; mentors

Dates: 3/26/2025

Words Matter! Intentional vocabulary instruction equals successful learning. This session will cover strategies for increasing academic vocabulary instruction and will discuss the research behind the connection between "intentionality" and student success.

18. ETHICS FOR THE TEACHING PROFESSION - Asynchronous 4/1/2025 to 5/1/2025

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Teachers, coaches, school leaders, aspiring teachers and paraprofessionals

Dates: 4/1/2025 to 5/1/2025

May teachers accept holiday gifts from parents? Can they drive students home? Let's examine these and other questions about educators and the licensure professional code of conduct. This interactive session will examine the licensure standards and discuss scenarios that challenge us as ethical dilemmas as we teach. You will receive your asynchronous materials if you register by April 1, 2025 - you must submit your post-test by May 1, 2025 to receive credit.

19. RECONNECTING DISENGAGED STUDENTS: Bridging Learning Gaps

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Dates: 4/2/2025

When students fall behind, they often lose motivation-but with the right support, they can reconnect with learning. This session is ideal for educators working with students who struggle due to learning gaps. Participants will explore strategies to re-engage these students, including differentiated instruction, targeted interventions, and building strong teacher-student relationships. Learn how to create an inclusive classroom where each student feels valued and capable, no matter their starting point. You'll leave with practical tools to identify learning gaps early and foster resilience in students, helping them regain confidence and actively participate in their educational journey.

20. ASYNCHRONOUS! "I CAN'T BELIEVE YOU MADE THAT! Canva Magic for Your Classroom

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Teachers; Curriculum Leaders; School Leaders

Dates: 4/8/2025

Turn heads with creative, professional-looking classroom materials, presentation and resources-even if you're brand new to Canva! In this asynchronous session, you'll learn to set up a free premium account, master design basics, and discover time-saving hacks and advanced tips. Beginners and experienced users alike will find fresh ideas for enhancing reusable activity templates, assignments, and more. Receive video tutorials and resources on April 8, then complete activities over 6 weeks, and submit a design for credit.

21. ASYNCHRONOUS-WHAT ABOUT US? THE SCIENCE OF READING AND SECONDARY TEACHERS (REPEAT SESSION)

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Secondary Teachers

Dates: 4/30/2025

ASYNCHRONOUS! Our elementary friends hear talk about the Science of Reading and how to implement in their classrooms. But what about the secondary level teacher? What does it mean for us? How do I incorporate the Science of Reading into my intermediate, middle or high school classroom. Learn about the research behind the Reading Rope and take away some easily implemented strategies for using the Science of Reading in your classroom. AFTER THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE, MATERIALS WILL BE SENT TO REGISTRANTS. PARTICIPANTS WILL HAVE ONE MONTH TO COMPLETE THE COURSE.

22. ASYNCHRONOUS: PBL for the New Year

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Teachers; STEM coordinators

Dates: 5/7/2025

What's all this PBL stuff really about? Is it possible in my classroom? Can Kindergartners do this?How about high schoolers/. This ASYNCHRONOUS session will guide educators through planning their first Project Based Learning project for the 2025-26 school year. Teachers will have 6 weeks to watch guidance videos, plan, interact with a PBL trainer, find out about managing a project. You will have one full project planned and ready to go for the new school year! On May 8th, all materials will be emailed to registered participants. The project will culminate on or before July 31st.

23. KICK OFF TO PBL!--Let's Design a Project for the New School Year

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Teachers; Curricuum Leaders; STEM coordinators

Dates: 5/7/2025

KICK OFF the next school year with a bang! This session will guide teachers to design an impactful Project-Based Learning (PBL) project for the upcoming school year. Participants will explore key elements of successful PBL, including developing driving questions, creating authentic learning experiences, and aligning projects with curriculum standards. Through collaborative planning and hands-on activities, teachers will learn how to structure a project that encourages critical thinking, problem-solving, and student-driven inquiry. The session will also provide strategies for assessing student progress, fostering collaboration, and managing a project from start to finish. Whether you are new to PBL or looking to enhance your current practice, this session will equip you with the tools and confidence to implement a meaningful, engaging project that inspires students and deepens their learning. INTERESTED TEACHERS WILL BE GIVEN ACCESS TO AN ASYNCHRONOUS AND SYNCHRONOUS COURSE THROUGHOUT THE SUMMER--so that you will have a complete project planned with guidance along the way.

24. HAPPY TEACHERS CHANGE THE WORLD!

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Teachers; School Leaders

Dates: 5/8/2025

Imagine a classroom where teachers feel energized, balanced, and fully engaged. Studies who that happier teachers lead to thriving students. This sessionis designed for educators and school leaders interested in fostering a supportive and positive work environment. Participants will explore research linking teacher well-being to classroom success, learn practical strategies for managing stress, and discover ways to create a more joyful, resilient school culture. By the end of the session, you will walk away with actionable tools to nurture your own well-being and that of your colleagues, creating a ripple effect of positivity in your school community.

25. REFLECTIVE TEACHING: ENDING YOUR YEAR ON A POSITIVE NOTE

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Audience: Teachers, instructional coaches, assistant school leaders, curriculum development specialists

Dates: 5/21/2025

Feeling end of year burn out? Let's put the 2024-25 school year into perspective! Reflective teaching is not just a key professional development strategy; it is a self-care strategy. We will reflect together on the 2024-25 school year. Join us as we reflect together.

26. 2025 BCHF LEADERSHIP SUMMIT

Program: BCHF Professional Learning Opportunities Catalog

Dates: 6/9/2025 to 6/10/2025

Reserve the dates of June 9 and 10, 2025 now for BCHF's premier professional development event of the 2024-25 school year. More details will become available as we plan throughout the year.