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Welcome to the IU13’s professional learning offerings from the Educational Technology and Teaching and Learning Collaborative teams!

Discover tailored professional learning opportunities, easily filtered by category below or explore our calendar on Frontline for a wide variety of sessions designed to elevate your skills.  

For more information or to initiate collaboration, please contact our Educational Technology team or our Teaching and Learning Collaborative team.

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Coach Mentor Collaborative Professional Learning – AM Session

Curriculum and Instruction/ IS

September 11, 2025
8:30 am to 11:30 am

The IU13 Coach Mentor Collaborative provides professional growth opportunities for instructional coaches in Lancaster and Lebanon counties and network opportunities centered around educational challenges, student-centered practices, cycles of coaching, and coaching conversations. *Note: This session is part of the CMC Network series. Participating districts were billed in September 2025
The IU13 Coach Mentor Collaborative provides professional growth opportunities for instructional coaches in Lancaster and Lebanon counties and network opportunities centered around educational challenges, student-centered practices, cycles of coaching, and coaching conversations. *Note: This session is part of the CMC Network series. Participating districts were billed in September 2025
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Coach Mentor Collaborative Professional Learning – PM Session

Curriculum and Instruction/ IS

September 11, 2025
12:30 pm to 3:30 pm

The IU13 Coach Mentor Collaborative provides professional growth opportunities for instructional coaches in Lancaster and Lebanon counties and network opportunities centered around educational challenges, student-centered practices, cycles of coaching, and coaching conversations. Note: This session is part of the CMC Network series. Participating districts were billed in September 2025
The IU13 Coach Mentor Collaborative provides professional growth opportunities for instructional coaches in Lancaster and Lebanon counties and network opportunities centered around educational challenges, student-centered practices, cycles of coaching, and coaching conversations. Note: This session is part of the CMC Network series. Participating districts were billed in September 2025
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STEM Leadership Collaborative Meeting

Curriculum and Instruction/ IS

September 18, 2025
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm

The purpose of the IU13 Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM) Leadership Collaborative Meetings is to give science, technology/engineering, and math leaders an opportunity to: * Stay informed of the most current information from the PDE and professional organizations, and share that information with colleagues in their school or district...
The purpose of the IU13 Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM) Leadership Collaborative Meetings is to give science, technology/engineering, and math leaders an opportunity to: * Stay informed of the most current information from the PDE and professional organizations, and share that information with colleagues in their school or district * Engage in collaborative professional learning for building their own capacity to lead * Serve as a resource for determining regional professional development needs * Network and engage in collegial dialogue with other "job alike" professionals
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Adopt-a-Middle School Cohort #3 – *Invite Only

Curriculum and Instruction/ IS

September 30, 2025 Series
8:30 am to 3:30 pm

During the second year of implementation, we focus on building our capacity to design PBL experiences in our classrooms to build upon the learning from last year!

Coach Mentor Collaborative Professional Learning – October

Curriculum and Instruction/ IS

October 2, 2025
8:30 am to 11:30 am

The IU13 Coach Mentor Collaborative provides professional growth opportunities for instructional coaches in Lancaster and Lebanon counties and network opportunities centered around educational challenges, student-centered practices, cycles of coaching, and coaching conversations. Note: This session is part of the CMC Network series. Participating districts were billed in September 2025
The IU13 Coach Mentor Collaborative provides professional growth opportunities for instructional coaches in Lancaster and Lebanon counties and network opportunities centered around educational challenges, student-centered practices, cycles of coaching, and coaching conversations. Note: This session is part of the CMC Network series. Participating districts were billed in September 2025
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Creating a Neurodiversity-Affirming School with Emily Kircher-Morris

Curriculum and Instruction/ IS

October 15, 2025
8:30 am to 3:30 pm

Neurodivergent students, including those who are autistic, ADHD, dyslexic, twice-exceptional, and beyond, deserve learning environments where their strengths are recognized, their needs are respected, and they aren't expected to mask who they are to succeed. In this interactive workshop, Emily Kircher-Morris, LPC, guides educators through a deep dive into the...
Neurodivergent students, including those who are autistic, ADHD, dyslexic, twice-exceptional, and beyond, deserve learning environments where their strengths are recognized, their needs are respected, and they aren't expected to mask who they are to succeed. In this interactive workshop, Emily Kircher-Morris, LPC, guides educators through a deep dive into the AWARE framework (Adapt, Wonder, Accommodate, Relate, Empower), a practical model for reimagining support for all learners. Participants will explore real classroom scenarios, collaborate on inclusive strategies, and gain tools for shifting mindsets and practices. Together, we'll challenge deficit-based models and learn how to create schools where neurodivergent students feel safe, seen, and empowered to thrive. This workshop blends research, storytelling, and hands-on application-ideal for educators ready to move from awareness to meaningful action.
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Secondary Tech. Ed. & Tech/Engineering Standards Implementation

Curriculum and Instruction/ IS

October 16, 2025
8:30 am to 3:30 pm

Support students in Technology & Engineering (T&E) education by exploring innovative strategies, interdisciplinary connections, and student-driven inquiry. Educators will engage in hands-on design challenges, analyze student engagement research, and examine best practices for implementing STEELS-aligned T&E instruction in grades 6-12. Discussions will focus on engineering practices, curriculum integration, and assessment...
Support students in Technology & Engineering (T&E) education by exploring innovative strategies, interdisciplinary connections, and student-driven inquiry. Educators will engage in hands-on design challenges, analyze student engagement research, and examine best practices for implementing STEELS-aligned T&E instruction in grades 6-12. Discussions will focus on engineering practices, curriculum integration, and assessment strategies to enhance STEM learning. Walk away with practical tools, resources, and lesson ideas to foster deeper engagement and critical thinking in secondary classrooms.
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Engagement Unlocked: Understanding and Inspiring a Learner-Centered Classroom

Curriculum and Instruction/ IS

October 23, 2025
8:30 am to 3:30 pm

What does true engagement look like in the classroom? In this workshop, we'll examine key research on student engagement, comparing different frameworks and perspectives on what it means for learners to be truly engaged. We'll explore Amy Berry's engagement continuum in depth, diving into the nuances of passive, compliant, and...
What does true engagement look like in the classroom? In this workshop, we'll examine key research on student engagement, comparing different frameworks and perspectives on what it means for learners to be truly engaged. We'll explore Amy Berry's engagement continuum in depth, diving into the nuances of passive, compliant, and authentic engagement. Participants will reflect on what engaged learners look like, sound like, and feel like in a dynamic learning environment. Through interactive activities and practical examples, educators will gain strategies to foster deeper connections, curiosity, and active participation. Leave with actionable insights to transform your classroom into a hub of meaningful and motivated learning.. Lunch on your own
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Performance Tasks That Matter: Designing Inspiring and Engaging Performance Task

Curriculum and Instruction/ IS

November 12, 2025
8:30 am to 3:30 pm

Research highlights the critical role of performance tasks in fostering deeper learning and assessing complex mathematical understanding. Yet, many tasks fall short of engaging and inspiring students. In this workshop, participants will learn how to design performance tasks and assessments rooted in the GRASPS framework while ensuring they are relevant,...
Research highlights the critical role of performance tasks in fostering deeper learning and assessing complex mathematical understanding. Yet, many tasks fall short of engaging and inspiring students. In this workshop, participants will learn how to design performance tasks and assessments rooted in the GRASPS framework while ensuring they are relevant, meaningful, and aligned with research-based best practices. Explore strategies to create tasks that captivate students, encourage critical thinking, and connect to real-world applications . Leave with an understanding of what makes a task effective and a ready-to-implement task tailored to your classroom. Please note: Lunch on your own
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Coach Mentor Collaborative Fall Regional Conference at IU13

Curriculum and Instruction/ IS

November 13, 2025
9:00 am to 3:00 pm

Join us for a collaborative coaching conference brought to you by IU11, IU13, IU14, IU15, and IU29. Work with coaches from your region during this day of professional learning to utilize leadership skills in the coaching role. *Offered Virtual and In Person*
Join us for a collaborative coaching conference brought to you by IU11, IU13, IU14, IU15, and IU29. Work with coaches from your region during this day of professional learning to utilize leadership skills in the coaching role. *Offered Virtual and In Person*
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