Professional Learning Opportunities

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 expert Dr. Catlin Tucker, as we explore innovative strategies to reignite teacher passion and enhance learning outcomes. This event is designed for PA 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. Featured Sessions Include: 1. Student-Centered Approach with the Station Rotation Model - Explore UDL-based workflows and classroom structures that boost engagement and support. 2. Differentiating at the Teacher-Led Station - Learn how to effectively meet diverse learner needs through targeted instruction. 3. Reciprocal Teaching with Multimedia - Support student collaboration and critical thinking using multimedia tools. 4. Creative Variations of Station Rotation - Discover flexible, personalized rotation models that reduce teacher workload. Registration Options and Registration Fees Schedule is as follows:1. Educators who are participating members of our IU13 SCL cohort for the 24/25 and 25/26 school years - No cost - (Click on Act48 No Cost) 2. Educators from districts/schools in the IU13 SCL series who are not participating in the regular cohort - $149 - (Click on Act48 IU13 District) 3. Cabinet level administrator from an IU13 district/school - No cost - (Click on Act48 No Cost)4. Educators from an IU13 district/school not included in the IU13 SCL series/cohorts - $299 - (Click on Act48 IU13 District) 5. Educators from a Non-IU13 district/school not included in the IU13 SCL series/cohorts - $349- (Click on Act48 NON-IU13 District) 6. IU PASCL POCS - $99 - (Click on the Staff Dev. Hours - (District/agency - not in IU13))

This STEM educator training workshop is STEELS aligned and will focus on Climate Action, Renewable Energy and Environmental Science. MS, HS and Upper ES science teachers and informal STEM educators are encouraged to register. Trainers from CE-Clean Energy. Bright Futures and IU13 will lead attendees through activities designed to assist in STEELS alignment for current and new curriculum. Attendees will receive free resources and curriculum in addition to a robust STEM kit. This event is being hosted and supported by Lancaster Lebanon IU13 This FREE professional development training is made possible by the Arconic Foundation and CE-Clean Energy. Bright Futures. Please Note: Lunch will be provided

Lancaster County Workforce Development Board and Lancaster-Lebanon Intermediate Unit 13 are pleased to announce the 2025 Lebanon County Industry Tours for Educators. These annual tours give educators a chance to step outside the classroom and into local industries to learn about a variety of occupations, projected job growth, and new technology. *STRAYDEN *Sahd Metal Recycling *TBD Additional Information: *Lunch is provided *Transportation will be provided, with pickup and drop-off at IU13 - Burle . *Due to liability and space, attendees will not be permitted to drive themselves or transport other educators to the various locations. Please note that transportation will be via school buses. *Tours will involve physical activity including walking. *For safety and following company policies, all attendees must wear closed-toe shoes and long pants. Tank tops, shorts and dresses/skirts are not permitted. Please ensure your attire meets these requirements. Cost: There is no cost to participating educators. Registration: *Open to educators in Lancaster and Lebanon Counties. *Space is limited! Please ensure that you are registered in Frontline for both your district and IU13. Make sure to complete any additional registration steps required by your district to submit your official registration to IU13 in Frontline. *Emails will be sent throughout May and June to registered educators with important event details. If you do not receive emails from Stephanie Fyock (stephanie_fyock@iu13.org) before the event, please reach out to confirm your registration.

Lancaster County Workforce Development Board and Lancaster-Lebanon Intermediate Unit 13 are pleased to announce the 2025 Lebanon County Industry Tours for Educators. These annual tours give educators a chance to step outside the classroom and into local industries to learn about a variety of occupations, projected job growth, and new technology.

How can we design math lessons that foster deep, meaningful thinking? In this interactive professional learning experience, we'll dive into the Standards for Mathematical Practice (SMPs) to explore their impact on student learning. You'll gain a deeper understanding of these essential practices and apply them to refine or create lessons that promote mathematical reasoning, discourse, and sense-making. Walk away with practical strategies and ready-to-use lesson ideas that empower students to think and reason like mathematicians! This blended learning experience includes a 3-hour synchronous virtual workshop with a 3-hour asynchronous component for reflection and lesson application. By the end of the session, participants will: * Examine the Standards for Mathematical Practice (SMPs) to understand their role in deepening student learning. * Apply the Standards for Mathematical Practice to refine or develop lessons that promote deeper learning. Dates and Time Commitment: Approximately 6 Hours Virtual Synchronous: June 24, 2025; Zoom 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM Asynchronous Work due in two parts: 1. June 26, 2025 which includes learning and application 2. June 30, 2025 which includes gallery walk, reflection, and feedback **Fully funded by PDE Accelerated Learning

This professional development session will focus on unpacking the components of writing instruction and strategies for effectively teaching writing to students. Participants will also learn about two models that conceptualize the complexities of writing - the Simple View of Writing and the Writing Rope. The goals of the session are to help participants understand: *The complex nature of writing and the critical of writing instruction *The developmental stages of writing *The developmental phases of the writing process *Strategies to better support ALL learners develop into skilled writers Lunch is on your own *Funded by: PDE Accelerate Learning

Lebanon County Chamber of Commerce and Lancaster-Lebanon Intermediate Unit 13 are pleased to announce the 2025 Lebanon County Industry Tours for Educators. These annual tours give educators a chance to step outside the classroom and into local industries to learn about a variety of occupations, projected job growth, and new technology. *Christland Engineering *Londonderry Village *BlueScope Additional Information: *Lunch is provided *Transportation will be provided, with pickup and drop-off at Cedar Crest High School. *Due to liability and space, attendees will not be permitted to drive themselves or transport other educators to the various locations. Please note that transportation will be via school buses. *Tours will involve physical activity including walking. *For safety and following company policies, all attendees must wear closed-toe shoes and long pants. Tank tops, shorts and dresses/skirts are not permitted. Please ensure your attire meets these requirements. Cost: There is no cost to participating educators. Registration: *Open to educators in Lancaster and Lebanon Counties. *Space is limited! Please ensure that you are registered in Frontline for both your district and IU13. Make sure to complete any additional registration steps required by your district to submit your official registration to IU13 in Frontline. *Emails will be sent throughout May and June to registered educators with important event details. If you do not receive emails from Stephanie Fyock (stephanie_fyock@iu13.org) before the event, please reach out to confirm your registration.

Explore the fundamentals of computational thinking in this engaging and self-paced asynchronous workshop. Designed for educators across all content areas, this workshop unpacks the importance of computational thinking as a critical 21st-century skill and provides practical strategies for beginning to integrate it into your teaching practice. Participants will: * Reflect on assumptions about computational thinking and its relevance.> * Discover the core components of computational thinking * Understand why computational thinking is essential for students' success in both academic and real-world contexts * Learn how to intentionally incorporate computational thinking into their specific content area to develop computational thinkers in all classrooms. Through interactive activities, reflective prompts, and content-specific applications, you will gain the tools to foster computational thinking skills in your learners, empowering them for success in a rapidly evolving world. Time Commitment: Approximately 6 hours, self-paced Start Date: June 9, 2025 End Date: June 30, 2025

Parks & Pedagogy is an outdoor workshop aimed at transforming K-12 STEELS and social studies education in Lancaster and Lebanon Counties. We will use the boundless educational potential of local state parks to empower educators in fostering environmental literacy and aligning with the new PA STEELS and PA Social Studies standards. This immersive training will provide participants in watershed education, nature studies, and indigenous history exploration.

This professional development session will give you the tools to teach and initiate important discussions about the complex lessons of the Holocaust. In exploring classroom-tested strategies that can be implemented in your classroom, you will leave with increased confidence and effective materials to tackle the tough questions your students have about this subject. The why. The how. Through this program, educators will: 1. Explore a sound pedagogy for the planning and implementation of Holocaust education in the classroom 2. Examine instructional enhancements to support student learning and understanding 3. Discover and utilize classroom-ready digital assets including lesson plans, visual history testimonies, and additional primary source materials 4. Enhance personal knowledge about the Holocaust, including the history of antisemitism 5. Build confidence and capacity to teach this complex