Professional Learning Opportunities
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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IU13 Enriched Virtual Forum
Instructional Technology/ IS
March 5, 2026
9:00 am to 11:30 am
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.
LLVS Advisors’ Collaborative
Instructional Technology/ IS
March 5, 2026
1:00 pm to 2:30 pm
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.
Championing Change: Coaches Collaborative Unconference
Instructional Technology/ IS
March 6, 2026
8:30 am to 12:00 pm
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...
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
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From Worksheets to Workshops: Reimagining Classroom Activities
Curriculum and Instruction/ IS
March 10, 2026
8:30 am to 3:30 pm
This session focuses on transitioning from traditional worksheets to hands-on workshops that promote active learning and collaboration. Participants will explore the value of engagement and creativity in classroom activities and learn how to implement small group tasks and learning centers. Practical examples will help educators design interactive and meaningful learning...
This session focuses on transitioning from traditional worksheets to hands-on workshops that promote active learning and collaboration. Participants will explore the value of engagement and creativity in classroom activities and learn how to implement small group tasks and learning centers. Practical examples will help educators design interactive and meaningful learning experiences. Lunch on your own
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Librarians’ Collaborative
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...
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.
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Tech Media Integrators Collaborative
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.
Innovating STEM & Technology/Engineering: K-12 Implementation & Integration
Science, Technology, Engineering, Environmental Literacy and Sustainability
March 11, 2026
8:30 am to 3:30 pm
Bridge the gap between elementary and secondary Technology & Engineering (T&E) education with a K-12 collaborative workshop focused on effective STEM implementation. Educators will explore high-impact instructional strategies, hands-on design challenges, and student engagement techniques that align with STEELS standards. Discussions will center on vertical alignment, real-world problem-solving, and best...
Bridge the gap between elementary and secondary Technology & Engineering (T&E) education with a K-12 collaborative workshop focused on effective STEM implementation. Educators will explore high-impact instructional strategies, hands-on design challenges, and student engagement techniques that align with STEELS standards. Discussions will center on vertical alignment, real-world problem-solving, and best practices for fostering inquiry-driven learning at all grade levels. Walk away with practical resources, lesson adaptations, and strategies to strengthen STEM and T&E instruction across K-12 classrooms.
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Feedback that Fuels Learning
Curriculum and Instruction/ IS
March 12, 2026
8:30 am to 3:30 pm
Feedback has the power to transform learning-but not all feedback is created equal. Drawing on the research of Hattie, Timperley, and Dylan Wiliam, this interactive workshop unpacks the impact of feedback on student learning, ranging from minimal to significant effect sizes (.14 to .92). Participants will explore different types of...
Feedback has the power to transform learning-but not all feedback is created equal. Drawing on the research of Hattie, Timperley, and Dylan Wiliam, this interactive workshop unpacks the impact of feedback on student learning, ranging from minimal to significant effect sizes (.14 to .92). Participants will explore different types of feedback-student-to-student, student-to-self, teacher-to-student, and student-to-teacher-analyzing what makes feedback truly effective. Through practical strategies and collaborative discussions, educators will discover opportunities to refine their feedback practices to drive deeper learning, engagement, and student ownership. Come ready to challenge assumptions, reflect on current practices, and leave with actionable strategies to amplify the impact of feedback in your classroom! Lunch on your own
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Building a Shared Understanding of Curriculium – Act 45
Designed for real school and district settings, this course provides school and system leaders with a foundational understanding of curriculum as the designed plan for learning, not simply a collection of standards, pacing guides, or resources. Participants will explore how a shared vision of curriculum can serve as a driver...
Designed for real school and district settings, this course provides school and system leaders with a foundational understanding of curriculum as the designed plan for learning, not simply a collection of standards, pacing guides, or resources. Participants will explore how a shared vision of curriculum can serve as a driver of professional learning, coherence, and instructional improvement. Through interactive content, collaborative reflection, and job-embedded application tasks, leaders will build clarity around curriculum, examine how it is used in their own contexts, and design actionable leadership steps to move practice forward. The course emphasizes practical application by engaging participants in curriculum audits, tool redesigns, and leadership action planning, ensuring relevance to their school and district settings. Key Ideas Explored •Curriculum is a living framework for learning, not just materials or pacing guides •Shared definitions and common language build clarity and coherence across classrooms and schools •Curriculum functions as a lever for professional learning, not compliance •Leadership tools and actions can either reinforce surface-level practices or foster deep learning
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AI and EdTech: Innovative Approaches to Student-Centered Learning
This workshop helps educators enhance student-centered learning by exploring AI and current educational technologies. Participants will learn strategies to integrate AI into their teaching, design AI-enhanced activities, and discuss the opportunities and challenges of AI in education. Through interactive activities and group discussions, educators will effectively integrate technology into their...
This workshop helps educators enhance student-centered learning by exploring AI and current educational technologies. Participants will learn strategies to integrate AI into their teaching, design AI-enhanced activities, and discuss the opportunities and challenges of AI in education. Through interactive activities and group discussions, educators will effectively integrate technology into their teaching, fostering engagement and making informed decisions about AI in education.*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 $169 for IU13 district participants and $199 for non-IU13 district participants.
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