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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Principals’ Collaborative – May Rescheduled Date
Leadership/ IS
May 6, 2026
9:30 am to 11:00 am
Virtual
This is the updated rescheduled May Date of May 6, 2026. Join the Principals' Collaborative in navigating the complexities of school leadership, where the rewards are plentiful, yet the demands are high. By connecting with Principals from Lancaster and Lebanon Counties, there is the opportunity to foster meaningful relationships and...
This is the updated rescheduled May Date of May 6, 2026. Join the Principals' Collaborative in navigating the complexities of school leadership, where the rewards are plentiful, yet the demands are high. By connecting with Principals from Lancaster and Lebanon Counties, there is the opportunity to foster meaningful relationships and forge a supportive community. During these events, you'll have the opportunity to: •Stay up to date with local and state initiatives •Discover and share successful practices happening in schools •Collaborate to tackle common issues and leave with actionable strategies. •Celebrate the achievements of our Principals contributions to our schools. Don't miss this unique opportunity to develop your leadership practice in a supportive and mutually beneficial environment alongside other Principals and Assistant Principals. Act 48 and Act 45 Credits are available New Start Time for the 2025-26 School Year!
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Gifted Education Network **Bootcamp**
Gifted and Enrichment Services/ IS
May 7, 2026
12:30 am to 3:30 pm
Gifted Bootcamp is designed to support new and veteran gifted teachers with understanding who gifted students are, how to manage the documentation, and what strategies to use to write and implement GIEPS. Topics will include an overview of PA's definition of gifted education, Chapter 16 and a review of the...
Gifted Bootcamp is designed to support new and veteran gifted teachers with understanding who gifted students are, how to manage the documentation, and what strategies to use to write and implement GIEPS. Topics will include an overview of PA's definition of gifted education, Chapter 16 and a review of the forms that support gifted education.
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IU13 Enriched Virtual Forum
Instructional Technology/ IS
May 7, 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
May 7, 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.
Gifted Bootcamp
Gifted and Enrichment Services/ IS
May 7, 2026
8:30 am to 3:30 pm
Join us for our yearly review of compliance under Chapter 16. This session is designed for new Gifted Education teachers and administrators, as well as teachers who would like a refresher on compliance!
IMS OverDrive Selection Committee
The committee will continue to select and curate titles for our IU13 IMS OverDrive collection.
Gifted Education Network Meeting
Gifted and Enrichment Services/ IS
May 8, 2026
8:30 am to 3:30 pm
These half-day job-alike gatherings will be facilitated by IU13 and open to any staff invested in supporting the academic growth of gifted/advanced learners and complying with Chapter 16 regulations. A key component of each meeting will be time set aside for collaboration with grade-level, job-alike colleagues. District/school staff will also...
These half-day job-alike gatherings will be facilitated by IU13 and open to any staff invested in supporting the academic growth of gifted/advanced learners and complying with Chapter 16 regulations. A key component of each meeting will be time set aside for collaboration with grade-level, job-alike colleagues. District/school staff will also have the option to plan as a team during a portion of the meeting. Communication for the Gifted Network will primarily take place through Schoology, and anyone interested may join this Group for updates, resources, and discussions. The access code is FBGZM-ZHCMD. Registration will be required for each meeting for planning and Act 48 purposes. There is NO COST for IU13 district and nonpublic school staff to participate in network meetings.
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Leadership & Coaching: Supporting Student-Centered Learning in the Classroom
This workshop is designed for administrators, principals, assistant principals, and instructional coaches, providing resources to demonstrate leadership, support educators, and promote student-centered learning. Participants will learn to use tools like walk-through forms, success criteria, action planning tools, and feedback forms to guide coaching conversations and enhance instructional practices. *Participants invited...
This workshop is designed for administrators, principals, assistant principals, and instructional coaches, providing resources to demonstrate leadership, support educators, and promote student-centered learning. Participants will learn to use tools like walk-through forms, success criteria, action planning tools, and feedback forms to guide coaching conversations and enhance instructional practices. *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 $79 for IU13 district participants and $99 for non-IU13 district participants.
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Career Ready Leaders’ Collaborative – May
Curriculum and Instruction/ IS
May 12, 2026
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
IU13 Career Ready Leaders' Collaborative meetings offer district and school leaders a valuable space to stay informed about current education initiatives at local, state, and national levels. The focus is on addressing specific career readiness challenges at the district and school levels, encouraging the exchange of practical solutions. These gatherings...
IU13 Career Ready Leaders' Collaborative meetings offer district and school leaders a valuable space to stay informed about current education initiatives at local, state, and national levels. The focus is on addressing specific career readiness challenges at the district and school levels, encouraging the exchange of practical solutions. These gatherings promote networking and collaboration, enabling leaders to connect with colleagues and local partners. The meeting structure includes insights from guest speakers or business/industry spotlights, highlighting district/program achievements, sharing updates on state/local career readiness opportunities, and providing open spaces for collaborative discussions. This multifaceted approach ensures that leaders leave the meetings with a knowledge of the latest developments and a strengthened network to enhance career readiness initiatives across the IU13 region.
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The Foundation – Station Rotation Implementation – 2026 Spring Cohort
This professional learning series prioritizes student-centered learning, starting with a focus on the station rotation learning model. Participants will gain hands-on experience and strategies for implementing personalized and individualized learning approaches through the three learning modalities: direct, small group instruction; focused independent work; and effective collaborative learning. In this 2-day...
This professional learning series prioritizes student-centered learning, starting with a focus on the station rotation learning model. Participants will gain hands-on experience and strategies for implementing personalized and individualized learning approaches through the three learning modalities: direct, small group instruction; focused independent work; and effective collaborative learning. In this 2-day workshop, attendees will engage in various instructional activities and strategies with direct applications in classrooms including active learning strategies and learner-centered techniques. *Participants who are 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 the 2 day series outside of a previously established district contract, the cost for IU13 Schools/Districts is $399 per a person and Non-IU13 Schools/Districts is $424 per a person.
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