Professional Learning Opportunities

Ready to see MORE examples of phenomena-based learning in the classroom? This brand new workshop will go through additional strategies and examples of how to incorporate the STEELS standards into your classroom. Examples for elementary, middle, and high school will be shared. Be prepared to be immersed in the classroom examples and walk away with classroom ready strategies! Lunch on your own

Welcome to the future of STEELS education, where traditional multiple-choice tests give way to 3-Dimensional assessments, spotlighting science and engineering practices (SEPs) and cross-cutting concepts (CCCs) alongside disciplinary core ideas (DCIs). In this transformative workshop, we'll explore innovative strategies for assessing students' conceptual understanding through real-world, authentic scenarios. Empower your students to apply their knowledge in meaningful ways, preparing them for the complexities of the real world. Lunch on your own

STEELS Institute 3.0 is designed to strengthen, empower, and energize district teams, providing educators with actionable instructional strategies, targeted tools for enhancing student engagement, and practical approaches to authentically connect classroom learning to real-world contexts. STEELS Institute 3.0 Strategic Focus: Classroom Site Visits: Experience STEELS-aligned instruction firsthand in K-12 classrooms to inform your own implementation. Data-Driven Implementation: Use clear, evidence-based methods to analyze student work and assessment data, guiding instructional decisions, and ensuring lasting improvements in student achievement. Micro-PD Modules: Collaboratively create short, targeted professional learning resources that support teachers across our districts. Integrating Science, Literacy, Social Studies, & Mathematics: Develop instructional strategies to intentionally connect science, literacy, and mathematics to promote deeper student understanding and authentic learning experiences. Cost: District Teams of up to 8 participants-recommended:at least 1 administrator plus elementary, middle, and high school teachers. IU13 School Districts (Lancaster & Lebanon Counties) - $2,250.00 on-IU13 districts (outside Lancaster & Lebanon Counties) - $3,250 **Districts will be invoiced at the conclusion of the four days for the District team amount not per attendee.** Additional Information: Lunch is provided Please bring a charged device (laptop/tablet etc.) Participant emails will be shared with Platinum and Gold level sponsors of the STEELS Institute 3.0 Participant emails will be shared with Platinum and Gold level sponsors of the STEELS Institute 3.0

STEELS Institute 3.0 is designed to strengthen, empower, and energize district teams, providing educators with actionable instructional strategies, targeted tools for enhancing student engagement, and practical approaches to authentically connect classroom learning to real-world contexts. STEELS Institute 3.0 Strategic Focus: Classroom Site Visits: Experience STEELS-aligned instruction firsthand in K-12 classrooms to inform your own implementation. Data-Driven Implementation: Use clear, evidence-based methods to analyze student work and assessment data, guiding instructional decisions, and ensuring lasting improvements in student achievement. Micro-PD Modules: Collaboratively create short, targeted professional learning resources that support teachers across our districts. Integrating Science, Literacy, Social Studies, & Mathematics: Develop instructional strategies to intentionally connect science, literacy, and mathematics to promote deeper student understanding and authentic learning experiences. Cost: District Teams of up to 8 participants-recommended:at least 1 administrator plus elementary, middle, and high school teachers. IU13 School Districts (Lancaster & Lebanon Counties) - $2,250.00 on-IU13 districts (outside Lancaster & Lebanon Counties) - $3,250 **Districts will be invoiced at the conclusion of the four days for the District team amount not per attendee.** Additional Information: Lunch is provided Please bring a charged device (laptop/tablet etc.) Participant emails will be shared with Platinum and Gold level sponsors of the STEELS Institute 3.0 Participant emails will be shared with Platinum and Gold level sponsors of the STEELS Institute 3.0