This asynchronous, self paced book study is for any K-12 teacher that wants to learn more about making thinking visible. We will explore how to make student thinking visible to deepen understanding and improve instruction. Using Ron Ritchhart and Mark Church's follow up book The Power of Making Thinking Visible as our guide, we will read about new thinking routines, research, and case studies to create a culture of thinking in our classrooms. This book study will be structured with discussion prompts, a single synchronous session to discuss the ideas presented in the text, and challenges to try the thinking routines outlined in the book.

The Science of Reading is a vast, interdisciplinary body of research that examines how students learn to read and how educators can use evidence-based instructional practices to improve literacy outcomes for all learners. Drawing from cognitive psychology, neuroscience, linguistics, education, and child development, this course provides educators with a comprehensive introduction to the research, principles, and instructional implications of the Science of Reading. Designed for K-12 teachers, instructional coaches, interventionists, this 15-hour professional learning course explores the essential components of skilled reading and the instructional practices that support literacy development across grade levels and content areas.

"This course is part one of a book study that uses The Onward Workbook: Daily Activities to Cultivate Your Emotional Resilience and Thrive. This course is a breath of fresh air for all teachers. It allows everyone to step back, think, reset, and grow to new levels. It explores the 12 traits that are essential for building and developing resilience in educators based on the book, Onwards, a four-part conceptual framework that rests on the key components of resilience and how it is developed. Through this class, we will use a workbook, podcast and classroom format where we will dive into empowering stories and strategies to develop resilience. The activities will boost community, restore mindfulness, cultivate compassion, become ongoing learners, develop creativity, and celebrate gratitude. Book: The Onward Workbook by Elena Aguilar " Books will be provided for a $10.00 fee to not consortium members and $5.00 for consortium members. Payments can be made through Zelle or a personal check.