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1. Librarians' Collaborative

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: Librarians- All Elementary, Middle & High School

Dates: 9/17/2024

These POC collaborative meetings are for Lancaster and Lebanon County library stakeholders, including AccessPA member libraries, for the purpose of providing pertinent information concerning technology tools, ethical and legal issues, and professional development opportunities. In addition, time will be devoted for new learning and exploration for the integration of IMS and other tools/strategies supporting all content area curricula.

2. IU13 AI in Education Taskforce: Shaping the Future of K-12 Learning

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: Educators, Instructional and Technology Coaches, Administrators and Technology Directors

Dates: 9/30/2024 to 5/19/2025

Join the IU13 AI in Education Taskforce-a collaborative initiative dedicated to exploring the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence in the K-12 educational landscape. Our task force brings together a diverse group of educators, including teachers, administrators, technology directors, librarians, instructional coaches, and technology coaches, to work together in understanding and leveraging AI technologies to enhance teaching and learning experiences.
Our Goals: Foster Collaboration: Create a dynamic community where educators from various backgrounds can share insights, strategies, and best practices for integrating AI into the classroom. Understand AI's Potential: Investigate the capabilities and applications of AI in education, focusing on personalized learning, data-driven decision-making, and innovative instructional methods. Professional Development: Provide ongoing training and resources to help educators become proficient in AI technologies and their implementation in educational settings. Pilot and Implement: Develop and execute pilot programs to test AI tools and methodologies, gather feedback, and refine approaches for broader adoption. Support and Guidance: Offer support and guidance for schools and districts as they navigate the challenges and opportunities presented by AI in education.
Why Join? Stay Ahead of the Curve: Be at the forefront of educational innovation, gaining insights into how AI can transform teaching and learning. Collaborative Learning: Engage with peers to co-create solutions that address real-world challenges and improve student outcomes. Professional Growth: Enhance your skills and knowledge in AI, positioning yourself as a leader in educational technology. Impactful Change: Contribute to shaping the future of education by helping to design and implement AI-driven initiatives that benefit students and educators alike.

3. Virtual Teacher Collaborative

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: Part-time and Full-time District Virtual Teachers, District Virtual Program Coordinators, Technology Integrators

Dates: 10/3/2024

Quarterly meetings will provide school district virtual educators with a forum to collaborate and share best practices for teaching in a solely online environment. These collaborative meetings will focus on participant needs and professional development supporting K-12 online learning.

4. Librarians' Collaborative

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: Librarians- All Elementary, Middle & High School

Dates: 11/19/2024

These POC collaborative meetings are for Lancaster and Lebanon County library stakeholders, including AccessPA member libraries, for the purpose of providing pertinent information concerning technology tools, ethical and legal issues, and professional development opportunities. In addition, time will be devoted for new learning and exploration for the integration of IMS and other tools/strategies supporting all content area curricula.

5. Virtual Teacher Collaborative

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: Part-time and Full-time District Virtual Teachers, District Virtual Program Coordinators, Technology Integrators

Dates: 12/5/2024

Quarterly meetings will provide school district virtual educators with a forum to collaborate and share best practices for teaching in a solely online environment. These collaborative meetings will focus on participant needs and professional development supporting K-12 online learning.

6. IU13 Enriched Virtual Forum

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: LLVS and Enriched Virtual Forum Member Districts Only - District Administrators, Virtual Program Coordinators, Technology Integrators, Virtual Teachers

Dates: 1/9/2025

Monthly meetings of the Enriched Virtual Forum (EVF) will discuss topics to support district virtual academies and develop high quality course content to enrich current district virtual programs. These collaborative meetings will focus on participant needs and professional development supporting K-12 virtual learning and online course development.

7. LLVS Advisors' Collaborative

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: LLVS Advisors, Institutional Admins, Technical Contact

Dates: 1/9/2025

As a member of Lancaster-Lebanon Virtual Solutions, it is important that those participating in the role of Advisor/Mentor to students meet on a regular basis to share ideas, challenges, updates, etc.

*Please note this meeting is not eligible for ACT 48 credit.

8. Tech Media Integrators Collaborative

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: Tech Integrators', Instructional Coaches, , Instructional Tech Specialists, Tech Coordinators, Media Specialists, Librarians

Dates: 1/21/2025

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Monthly meetings will provide school district technology and media staff with a forum for training and sharing in the uses of technology and media in curriculum and instruction. These collaborative meetings will focus on participant needs and initiatives.

9. Librarians' Collaborative

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: Librarians- All Elementary, Middle & High School

Dates: 1/21/2025

Starting Soon
These POC collaborative meetings are for Lancaster and Lebanon County library stakeholders, including AccessPA member libraries, for the purpose of providing pertinent information concerning technology tools, ethical and legal issues, and professional development opportunities. In addition, time will be devoted for new learning and exploration for the integration of IMS and other tools/strategies supporting all content area curricula.

10. Differentiation: Strategies for Driving Success in Student-Centered Classrooms

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: K-12 Educators

Dates: 1/29/2025

This workshop will focus on research-based differentiation strategies that empower learners to take the driver's seat in their learning journey. Participants will explore the principles of student-centered learning and how differentiation can be used to address diverse learning needs, promote engagement, and boost academic performance. Throughout the workshop, participants will engage in activities to help them develop a deep understanding of differentiation and its significance in student-centered classrooms. They will gain insights into a variety of techniques for differentiating content, process, product, and learning environment, allowing them to tailor their teaching methods to meet the unique needs of each learner.
*Participants invited to attend by their district under an established contract are welcome to register at no additional cost (costs are already included in the established contract). For participants who want to attend a workshop outside of a previously established district contract, the cost is $149 for IU13 district participants and $199 for non-IU13 district participants.

11. Reading Olympics Committee Meeting

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: Reading Olympics Committee

Dates: 2/6/2025 to 2/13/2025

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Dedicated planning meetings for the committee to discuss and plan details for the upcoming Reading Olympics.

12. Virtual Teacher Collaborative

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: Part-time and Full-time District Virtual Teachers, District Virtual Program Coordinators, Technology Integrators

Dates: 2/6/2025

Quarterly meetings will provide school district virtual educators with a forum to collaborate and share best practices for teaching in a solely online environment. These collaborative meetings will focus on participant needs and professional development supporting K-12 online learning.

13. Regional Instructional Technology Collaboration - Virtual

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: Instructional Technology Coaches, Integrators, Coordinators, Directors

Dates: 2/21/2025

IU12, IU13, & IU15 would like to welcome all instructional technology educators from any region to join us for a great morning of collaboration in eastern Pennsylvania. We will kick off the morning with an overview of the agenda and engaging activities to build inter-IU relationships. The rest of the morning will be in an open spaces edcamp format to share and discuss with others with a common focus and/or passion in the educational technology field. All Instructional coaches/specialists who facilitate and support instructional technology are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Please note: A zoom link will be sent out to all registered participants a day prior to the event.

14. Collaboration in the Student-Centered Classroom: Strategies for Effective Teamwork

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: K-12 Educators

Dates: 2/25/2025

In a student-centered learning classroom, collaboration is essential for promoting critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills. However, fostering effective teamwork can be challenging, especially when learners have different learning styles, strengths, and communication styles. In this workshop, we will explore practical strategies for promoting collaboration in the student-centered learning classroom. In today's rapidly changing world, learners need to develop critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills to succeed in the 21st century. Throughout this workshop, participants will review the core practices of project-based & challenge-based learning and SOLE (Self Organized Learning Environments) as innovative student-centered approaches to emphasize active learning, collaboration, and critical thinking.
*Participants invited to attend by their district under an established contract are welcome to register at no additional cost (costs are already included in the established contract). For participants who want to attend a workshop outside of a previously established district contract, the cost is $149 for IU13 district participants and $199 for non-IU13 district participants.

15. Collaboration in the Student-Centered Classroom: Strategies for Effective Teamwork

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: K-12 Educators

Dates: 2/26/2025

In a student-centered learning classroom, collaboration is essential for promoting critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills. However, fostering effective teamwork can be challenging, especially when learners have different learning styles, strengths, and communication styles. In this workshop, we will explore practical strategies for promoting collaboration in the student-centered learning classroom. In today's rapidly changing world, learners need to develop critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills to succeed in the 21st century. Throughout this workshop, participants will review the core practices of project-based & challenge-based learning and SOLE (Self Organized Learning Environments) as innovative student-centered approaches to emphasize active learning, collaboration, and critical thinking.
*Participants invited to attend by their district under an established contract are welcome to register at no additional cost (costs are already included in the established contract). For participants who want to attend a workshop outside of a previously established district contract, the cost is $149 for IU13 district participants and $199 for non-IU13 district participants.

16. Full Day: Empowering Student Learning: A Hands-on Workshop with Seesaw

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: Educators and administrators who use or are interested in using Seesaw

Dates: 2/27/2025

Join the Seesaw team for a session full of tips to engage students and explore effective ways to create learning experiences that amplify student voice while providing powerful insights into student learning!

Participants will:
Learn how to create standards-aligned activities
Find and assign standards-aligned supplemental content from the Seesaw library to support students' needs
Learn how to create auto-graded formative assessments in Seesaw to gain meaningful insights into student understanding

Full-day participants will stay for the afternoon for a dedicated block of time to:
Collaborate with colleagues on upcoming projects and initiatives
Explore Seesaw tools in more depth, building on the morning's introduction
Plan effective integration of new skills and technologies into your practice

17. Half Day AM: Empowering Student Learning: A Hands-on Workshop with Seesaw

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: Educators and administrators who use or are interested in using Seesaw

Dates: 2/27/2025

Join the Seesaw team for a session full of tips to engage students and explore effective ways to create learning experiences that amplify student voice while providing powerful insights into student learning!
Participants will:
Learn how to create standards-aligned activities
Find and assign standards-aligned supplemental content from the Seesaw library to support students' needs
Learn how to create auto-graded formative assessments in Seesaw to gain meaningful insights into student understanding
Have the opportunity to create an activity and assessment they can use with their students.

18. Half Day PM: Seesaw Administrator Training: Getting the Most from Your Dashboard

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: Administrators and Instructional Coaches who have a Seesaw Administrator account

Dates: 2/27/2025

Join the Seesaw team for a session on harnessing the Seesaw administrator dashboard to maximize student, educator, and family outcomes. Join the Seesaw team to gain a solid understanding of the platform and the tools you have at your fingertips!
Participants will explore how to:
Utilize Seesaw to support your district's goals and support your strategic objectives
Boost implementation success with effective onboarding and setup
Track engagement and performance metrics to inform data-driven decisions
Don't miss this opportunity to maximize the impact of Seesaw in your school!

19. ConnectPA - Schoology

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: All Schoology Users

Dates: 3/4/2025

Discover how educators use Schoology in various ways to expand learning, while leveraging teaching, time, talent, resources, collaboration, knowledge, and much more in Pennsylvania. Participants will have an opportunity to explore beginner, intermediate, and advanced Schoology features and instructional practices. This conference is intended for administrators, technology directors, system administrators, technology media integrators/coaches, and teachers.

20. Championing Change: Coaches Collaborative Unconference

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: Tech Integrators and Instructional Coaches

Dates: 3/7/2025

Join us for a dynamic gathering of coaches from various fields as we come together for a morning of idea-sharing, collaboration, and participant-led sessions. Don't miss out on this chance to connect with fellow coaches and take your practice to the next level. Register now and be a part of this exciting event!
Pricing: No cost for those in TMIC and CMC

21. Esports Collaborative

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: IU13 districts and schools currently running or interested in starting Esports programs.

Dates: 3/10/2025

The purpose of the Esports Collaborative is to provide IU13 MS/HS Esports Managers, Coaches, and Advisors with a regularly scheduled time to meet with a network of others running Esports programs to collaborate and share ideas, upcoming events, games, platforms, and opportunities with Esports across PA. Current trends, opportunities for support, networking, and Esports- related resources will be discussed. Each collaborative meeting will be planned to focus on participant needs and provide targeted supports in K-12 Esports environments.

Meeting topics for the Esports Collaborative:

* General: Game Selection, Starting a Club, Support, Manager/Coach Networking

* Esports Opportunities: Emerald, PSEL, NCEF

* Local Competitions: Tournaments, On-site, Off-site

* Cross-District Communication: Discord, Schoology

* College & Career Readiness: Events, Speakers, Mentors

22. Ignite Learning: Engagement Strategies for Student-Centered Learning

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: K-12 Educators

Dates: 3/11/2025

Enhancing learner engagement is at the heart of effective teaching. In this workshop, educators will explore evidence-based strategies to create dynamic and participatory learning environments. This workshop will focus on understanding learner engagement vs. compliance, learner profiles, classroom structures and strategies that lead to lasting learning experiences, and the development of a personalized plan to implement student-centered strategies effectively.
*Participants invited to attend by their district under an established contract are welcome to register at no additional cost (costs are already included in the established contract). For participants who want to attend a workshop outside of a previously established district contract, the cost is $149 for IU13 district participants and $199 for non-IU13 district participants.

23. Ignite Learning: Engagement Strategies for Student-Centered Learning

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: K-12 Educators

Dates: 3/12/2025

Enhancing learner engagement is at the heart of effective teaching. In this workshop, educators will explore evidence-based strategies to create dynamic and participatory learning environments. This workshop will focus on understanding learner engagement vs. compliance, learner profiles, classroom structures and strategies that lead to lasting learning experiences, and the development of a personalized plan to implement student-centered strategies effectively.
*Participants invited to attend by their district under an established contract are welcome to register at no additional cost (costs are already included in the established contract). For participants who want to attend a workshop outside of a previously established district contract, the cost is $149 for IU13 district participants and $199 for non-IU13 district participants.

24. Tech Media Integrators Collaborative

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: Tech Integrators', Instructional Coaches, , Instructional Tech Specialists, Tech Coordinators, Media Specialists, Librarians

Dates: 3/18/2025

Monthly meetings will provide school district technology and media staff with a forum for training and sharing in the uses of technology and media in curriculum and instruction. These collaborative meetings will focus on participant needs and initiatives.

25. Librarians' Collaborative

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: Librarians- All Elementary, Middle & High School

Dates: 3/18/2025

These POC collaborative meetings are for Lancaster and Lebanon County library stakeholders, including AccessPA member libraries, for the purpose of providing pertinent information concerning technology tools, ethical and legal issues, and professional development opportunities. In addition, time will be devoted for new learning and exploration for the integration of IMS and other tools/strategies supporting all content area curricula.

26. IU13 Enriched Virtual Forum

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: LLVS and Enriched Virtual Forum Member Districts Only - District Administrators, Virtual Program Coordinators, Technology Integrators, Virtual Teachers

Dates: 3/20/2025

Monthly meetings of the Enriched Virtual Forum (EVF) will discuss topics to support district virtual academies and develop high quality course content to enrich current district virtual programs. These collaborative meetings will focus on participant needs and professional development supporting K-12 virtual learning and online course development.

27. LLVS Advisors' Collaborative

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: LLVS Advisors, Institutional Admins, Technical Contact

Dates: 3/20/2025

As a member of Lancaster-Lebanon Virtual Solutions, it is important that those participating in the role of Advisor/Mentor to students meet on a regular basis to share ideas, challenges, updates, etc.

*Please note this meeting is not eligible for ACT 48 credit.

28. Station Rotation Implementation to support Student-Centered Learning

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Dates: 4/1/2025 to 4/2/2025

This professional learning series will focus on utilizing the three modalities of learning used in station rotation in order to meet the specific needs of today's learners. Station rotation is a stepping stone toward creating a Personalized Learning environment for today's learners. Participants will experience and learn about the station rotation framework and how to apply both personalized and individualized learning strategies, resources, and tools to maximize learning. During the three-day hands-on sessions, attendees will participate in a variety of instructional activities and strategies that they will be able to implement in their own classrooms. Participants will reflect on what new learning and skills they have attained this year and moving forward how those apply to a more personalized learning approach in their own classroom.

*Participants who are invited to attend by their district under an established contract are welcome to register at no additional cost (costs are already included in the established contract). For participants who want to attend the 2 day series outside of a previously established district contract, the cost for IU13 Schools/Districts is $399 per a person for the series and Non-IU13 Schools/Districts is $424 per a person for the series.

29. Virtual Teacher Collaborative

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: Part-time and Full-time District Virtual Teachers, District Virtual Program Coordinators, Technology Integrators

Dates: 4/3/2025

Quarterly meetings will provide school district virtual educators with a forum to collaborate and share best practices for teaching in a solely online environment. These collaborative meetings will focus on participant needs and professional development supporting K-12 online learning.
In this workshop, educators will explore current educational technologies that support student-centered learning, discover innovative ways to integrate technology into teaching practices, and learn how to create a technology-rich classroom environment that promotes equity, diversity, and social-emotional learning. Through interactive activities, group discussions, and real-life examples, participants will learn how to effectively integrate technology into their teaching practices to foster deep learner engagement.
*Participants invited to attend by their district under an established contract are welcome to register at no additional cost (costs are already included in the established contract). For participants who want to attend a workshop outside of a previously established district contract, the cost is $149 for IU13 district participants and $199 for non-IU13 district participants.
In this workshop, educators will explore current educational technologies that support student-centered learning, discover innovative ways to integrate technology into teaching practices, and learn how to create a technology-rich classroom environment that promotes equity, diversity, and social-emotional learning. Through interactive activities, group discussions, and real-life examples, participants will learn how to effectively integrate technology into their teaching practices to foster deep learner engagement.
*Participants invited to attend by their district under an established contract are welcome to register at no additional cost (costs are already included in the established contract). For participants who want to attend a workshop outside of a previously established district contract, the cost is $149 for IU13 district participants and $199 for non-IU13 district participants.

32. IU13 Enriched Virtual Forum

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: LLVS and Enriched Virtual Forum Member Districts Only - District Administrators, Virtual Program Coordinators, Technology Integrators, Virtual Teachers

Dates: 4/10/2025

Monthly meetings of the Enriched Virtual Forum (EVF) will discuss topics to support district virtual academies and develop high quality course content to enrich current district virtual programs. These collaborative meetings will focus on participant needs and professional development supporting K-12 virtual learning and online course development.

33. LLVS Advisors' Collaborative

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: LLVS Advisors, Institutional Admins, Technical Contact

Dates: 4/10/2025

As a member of Lancaster-Lebanon Virtual Solutions, it is important that those participating in the role of Advisor/Mentor to students meet on a regular basis to share ideas, challenges, updates, etc.

*Please note this meeting is not eligible for ACT 48 credit.

34. Tech Media Integrators Collaborative

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: Tech Integrators', Instructional Coaches, , Instructional Tech Specialists, Tech Coordinators, Media Specialists, Librarians

Dates: 4/14/2025

Monthly meetings will provide school district technology and media staff with a forum for training and sharing in the uses of technology and media in curriculum and instruction. These collaborative meetings will focus on participant needs and initiatives.

35. Esports Collaborative

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: IU13 districts and schools currently running or interested in starting Esports programs.

Dates: 4/14/2025

The purpose of the Esports Collaborative is to provide IU13 MS/HS Esports Managers, Coaches, and Advisors with a regularly scheduled time to meet with a network of others running Esports programs to collaborate and share ideas, upcoming events, games, platforms, and opportunities with Esports across PA. Current trends, opportunities for support, networking, and Esports- related resources will be discussed. Each collaborative meeting will be planned to focus on participant needs and provide targeted supports in K-12 Esports environments.

Meeting topics for the Esports Collaborative:

* General: Game Selection, Starting a Club, Support, Manager/Coach Networking

* Esports Opportunities: Emerald, PSEL, NCEF

* Local Competitions: Tournaments, On-site, Off-site

* Cross-District Communication: Discord, Schoology

* College & Career Readiness: Events, Speakers, Mentors

36. Leadership & Coaching: Supporting Student-Centered Learning in the Classroom AM

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: Adminstrators, principals, assistant principals and district coaches

Dates: 5/13/2025

This workshop is designed for administrators, principals, assistant principals, and district instructional coaches. The focus is to provide resources to demonstrate instructional leadership and coaching, support educators in improving their instructional practices, and support student-centered learning. Participants will be introduced to various resources, including walk-through forms, implementation success criteria, the district's Student-Centered Learning Action Planning Tool, and focused, specific feedback forms to help guide their coaching conversations and support educators in implementing student-centered instructional practice.
*Participants invited to attend by their district under an established contract are welcome to register at no additional cost (costs are already included in the established contract). For participants who want to attend a workshop outside of a previously established district contract, the cost is $149 for IU13 district participants and $199 for non-IU13 district participants.

37. Leadership & Coaching: Supporting Student-Centered Learning in the Classroom PM

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: Adminstrators, principals, assistant principals and district coaches

Dates: 5/13/2025

This workshop is designed for administrators, principals, assistant principals, and district instructional coaches. The focus is to provide resources to demonstrate instructional leadership and coaching, support educators in improving their instructional practices, and support student-centered learning. Participants will be introduced to various resources, including walk-through forms, implementation success criteria, the district's Student-Centered Learning Action Planning Tool, and focused, specific feedback forms to help guide their coaching conversations and support educators in implementing student-centered instructional practice.
*Participants invited to attend by their district under an established contract are welcome to register at no additional cost (costs are already included in the established contract). For participants who want to attend a workshop outside of a previously established district contract, the cost is $149 for IU13 district participants and $199 for non-IU13 district participants.
This workshop is designed for educators committed to continuous improvement and transformation of their classroom instruction. Educators will have the opportunity to reflect on their current instructional practices and engage in a collaborative process to transform their classrooms into student-centered learning environments. Through a series of personalized learning strategies including but not limited to reflective practices, goal-setting exercises, and next-step planning and pacing, participants will develop a clear understanding of how to implement evidence-based, data-informed instructional future-ready practices that prioritize the needs and interests of their learners.
*Participants invited to attend by their district under an established contract are welcome to register at no additional cost (costs are already included in the established contract). For participants who want to attend a workshop outside of a previously established district contract, the cost is $149 for IU13 district participants and $199 for non-IU13 district participants.

39. IU13 Enriched Virtual Forum

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: LLVS and Enriched Virtual Forum Member Districts Only - District Administrators, Virtual Program Coordinators, Technology Integrators, Virtual Teachers

Dates: 5/15/2025

Monthly meetings of the Enriched Virtual Forum (EVF) will discuss topics to support district virtual academies and develop high quality course content to enrich current district virtual programs. These collaborative meetings will focus on participant needs and professional development supporting K-12 virtual learning and online course development.

40. LLVS Advisors' Collaborative

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: LLVS Advisors, Institutional Admins, Technical Contact

Dates: 5/15/2025

As a member of Lancaster-Lebanon Virtual Solutions, it is important that those participating in the role of Advisor/Mentor to students meet on a regular basis to share ideas, challenges, updates, etc.

*Please note this meeting is not eligible for ACT 48 credit.

41. IMS Lending Library Certification Workshop

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: K-12 Teachers, Tech Coaches, Instructional Coaches, Media Specialists, Librarians

Dates: 5/19/2025

Participants will have the opportunity and time to explore a variety of Computer Science tools and equipment available in the IMS Lending Library, and interact with other educators to brainstorm hands-on classroom uses for integrating Computer Science and STEELS standards. This hands-on session will provide certification for the IMS Lending Materials which includes the StarLab portable planetariums, the AR/VR mobile device kits, and the TransfrVR headsets.

42. Tech Media Integrators Collaborative

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: Tech Integrators', Instructional Coaches, , Instructional Tech Specialists, Tech Coordinators, Media Specialists, Librarians

Dates: 5/20/2025

Monthly meetings will provide school district technology and media staff with a forum for training and sharing in the uses of technology and media in curriculum and instruction. These collaborative meetings will focus on participant needs and initiatives.

43. Librarians' Collaborative

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: Librarians- All Elementary, Middle & High School

Dates: 5/20/2025

These POC collaborative meetings are for Lancaster and Lebanon County library stakeholders, including AccessPA member libraries, for the purpose of providing pertinent information concerning technology tools, ethical and legal issues, and professional development opportunities. In addition, time will be devoted for new learning and exploration for the integration of IMS and other tools/strategies supporting all content area curricula.

44. Practical Strategies for Student-Centered Learning featuring Dr. Catlin Tucker

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: All educators, administrators

Dates: 6/17/2025

We're excited to announce a full-day, professional learning event focused on student-centered learning (SCL) and the need for practical classroom strategies and solutions. Join Dr. Catlin Tucker, a nationally renowned expert, as we explore innovative strategies to reignite teacher passion and enhance learning outcomes. This special event is specifically designed for Pennsylvania educators, administrators, and Intermediate Unit leaders who are interested in discovering how student-centered learning can revitalize teaching practices, improve student engagement, and increase learning outcomes.

Through immersive sessions with Dr. Tucker and Pennsylvania Student-Centered Learning leaders, educators will gain valuable insights to:
Reenergize their teaching practices
Enhance student learning experiences
Develop effective strategies for the classroom

Don't miss this opportunity for a transformative learning experience and strategic planning with your team!

Register now and join a community dedicated to student-centered learning and teacher growth. Registration Options and Registration Fees Schedule is as follows:

1. Educators who are participating members of our IU13 SCL cohort for the 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 school years - No cost - (Please click on Act48 No Cost)
2. Educators from districts/schools in the IU13 SCL series who are not participating in the regular cohort - $149 - (Please click on Act48 IU13 District)
3. Cabinet level administrator from an IU13 district/school - No cost - (Please click on Act48 No Cost)
4. Educators from an IU13 district/school not included in the IU13 SCL series/cohorts - $299 - (Please click on Act48 IU13 District)
5. Educators from a Non-IU13 district/school not included in the IU13 SCL series/cohorts - $349- (Please click on Act48 NON-IU13 District)

45. Station Rotation Implementation - Summer Cohort

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Dates: 7/29/2025 to 7/30/2025

This professional learning series will focus on utilizing the three modalities of learning used in station rotation in order to meet the specific needs of today's learners. Station rotation is a stepping stone toward creating a Personalized Learning environment for today's learners. Participants will experience and learn about the station rotation framework and how to apply both personalized and individualized learning strategies, resources, and tools to maximize learning. During the three-day hands-on sessions, attendees will participate in a variety of instructional activities and strategies that they will be able to implement in their own classrooms. Participants will reflect on what new learning and skills they have attained this year and moving forward how those apply to a more personalized learning approach in their own classroom.

*Participants who are invited to attend by their district under an established contract are welcome to register at no additional cost (costs are already included in the established contract). For participants who want to attend the 2 day series outside of a previously established district contract, the cost for IU13 Schools/Districts is $399 per a person for the series and Non-IU13 Schools/Districts is $424 per a person for the series.

This workshop is designed for educators committed to continuous improvement and transformation of their classroom instruction. Educators will have the opportunity to reflect on their current instructional practices and engage in a collaborative process to transform their classrooms into student-centered learning environments. Through a series of personalized learning strategies including but not limited to reflective practices, goal-setting exercises, and next-step planning and pacing, participants will develop a clear understanding of how to implement evidence-based, data-informed instructional future-ready practices that prioritize the needs and interests of their learners.
*Participants invited to attend by their district under an established contract are welcome to register at no additional cost (costs are already included in the established contract). For participants who want to attend a workshop outside of a previously established district contract, the cost is $149 for IU13 district participants and $199 for non-IU13 district participants.

47. 2025 IU13 IMS "Back-to-School" Mini-Conference

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: classroom teachers, technology integrators, technology directors

Dates: 8/5/2025

Are you looking for new tools to put into your digital toolbox? Come join IU13 IMS at our "Back-to-School” Mini-Conference featuring introductory sessions on IU13 Instructional Media Services. Unlock the features of Discovery Education, BrainPop, OverDrive/Sora, Gale Research Databases, and CultureGrams.

Did you know that you can check out equipment such as the StarLab, Mobile VR Kits, and the Telepresence System or the new IMS STEM Lending Library? Certification workshops are available or you can just come and explore items such as Sphero Robots, Makey Makey, and Phidgets. Other educational technology session offerings such as an introduction to Google Workspace, Schoology and much more will also be available.

Attendees should bring their own internet connected device and are encouraged to have user district accounts created in advance.

Visit the event website - https://sites.google.com/iu13.org/ims - for more information.

48. Tech Media Integrators Collaborative

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: Tech Integrators', Instructional Coaches, , Instructional Tech Specialists, Tech Coordinators, Media Specialists, Librarians

Dates: 9/16/2025

Monthly meetings will provide school district technology and media staff with a forum for training and sharing in the uses of technology and media in curriculum and instruction. These collaborative meetings will focus on participant needs and initiatives.

49. Librarians' Collaborative

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: Librarians- All Elementary, Middle & High School

Dates: 9/16/2025

These POC collaborative meetings are for Lancaster and Lebanon County library stakeholders, including AccessPA member libraries, for the purpose of providing pertinent information concerning technology tools, ethical and legal issues, and professional development opportunities. In addition, time will be devoted for new learning and exploration for the integration of IMS and other tools/strategies supporting all content area curricula.

50. IU13 Enriched Virtual Forum

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: LLVS and Enriched Virtual Forum Member Districts Only - District Administrators, Virtual Program Coordinators, Technology Integrators, Virtual Teachers

Dates: 9/18/2025

Monthly meetings of the Enriched Virtual Forum (EVF) will discuss topics to support district virtual academies and develop high quality course content to enrich current district virtual programs. These collaborative meetings will focus on participant needs and professional development supporting K-12 virtual learning and online course development.

51. LLVS Advisors' Collaborative

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: LLVS Advisors, Institutional Admins, Technical Contact

Dates: 9/18/2025

As a member of Lancaster-Lebanon Virtual Solutions, it is important that those participating in the role of Advisor/Mentor to students meet on a regular basis to share ideas, challenges, updates, etc.

*Please note this meeting is not eligible for ACT 48 credit.

52. Leadership & Coaching: Supporting Student-Centered Learning in the Classroom AM

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: Adminstrators, principals, assistant principals and district coaches

Dates: 9/23/2025

This workshop is designed for administrators, principals, assistant principals, and district instructional coaches. The focus is to provide resources to demonstrate instructional leadership and coaching, support educators in improving their instructional practices, and support student-centered learning. Participants will be introduced to various resources, including walk-through forms, implementation success criteria, the district's Student-Centered Learning Action Planning Tool, and focused, specific feedback forms to help guide their coaching conversations and support educators in implementing student-centered instructional practice.
*Participants invited to attend by their district under an established contract are welcome to register at no additional cost (costs are already included in the established contract). For participants who want to attend a workshop outside of a previously established district contract, the cost is $149 for IU13 district participants and $199 for non-IU13 district participants.

53. Leadership & Coaching: Supporting Student-Centered Learning in the Classroom PM Session

Program: Instructional Technology/ IS

Audience: Administrators, principals, assistant principals and district coaches

Dates: 9/23/2025

This workshop is designed for administrators, principals, assistant principals, and district instructional coaches. The focus is to provide resources to demonstrate instructional leadership and coaching, support educators in improving their instructional practices, and support student-centered learning. Participants will be introduced to various resources, including walk-through forms, implementation success criteria, the district's Student-Centered Learning Action Planning Tool, and focused, specific feedback forms to help guide their coaching conversations and support educators in implementing student-centered instructional practice.
*Participants invited to attend by their district under an established contract are welcome to register at no additional cost (costs are already included in the established contract). For participants who want to attend a workshop outside of a previously established district contract, the cost is $149 for IU13 district participants and $199 for non-IU13 district participants.