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2Educating All Students For SuccessThe Board of Trustees establishes the policies by which schools operate. In carrying out the task of setting policy, the board identifies needs and establishes priorities for the school system, allocates, financial and human resources among the priority areas, and evaluates school performance. PresidentBen MackeyDistrict 71st Vice President 2nd Vice PresidentBoard SecretaryEdwin FloresDistrict 1Maxie JohnsonDistrict 5Joe CarreonDistrict 8Dustin MarshallDistrict 2Dan Micciche District 3Camille WhiteDistrict 4Joyce FormanDistrict 6Justin HenryDistrict 9

STUDENT OUTCOME GOALSStudent Outcome Goal 1Student achievement on state assessment in all subjects in Domain 1 will increase from 46.0% to 58.0% by June 2025.Student Outcome Goal 2Student achievement on the third-grade state assessment in reading at the Meets performance level or above shall increase from 40.2% to 56.0% by June 2025.Student Outcome Goal 3Student achievement on the third-grade assessment in mathematics at the Meets performance level or above shall increase from 42.3% to 56.0% by June 2025.Student Outcome Goal 4The percent of graduates who are college, career, or military ready (CCMR) from Domain 1 will increase from 42.0% to 54.0% by June 2025.Student Outcome Goal 5Middle-grade (grades 6-8) student achievement on state assessments in all subjects in Domain 1 will increase from 40.0% to 50.0% by June 2025.3

Table of Contents6Dallas ISD PrioritiesDallas ISD is committed to prioritizing equity, curriculum, instruction, and literacy8Spring Professional Learning OpportunitiesChoose from a menu of sessions to support your professional growth and development57January 6 - Professional DevelopmentTeachers will continue learning about Collective Equity and receive engaging instructional strategies and resources to plan and promote student achievement.SPRING 20234

HIGHLIGHTSDEPARTMENTS50Teacher Assistant Virtual Symposium48New Teacher Professional Development45Collective Equity91Academic Enrichment & Support92Dual Language93Early Learning94Engagement Services95Language, Literacy, and Social Studies96Professional & Digital Learning97Special Services98Strategic Initiatives99STEM47I Matter, We Matter, Words Matter Read Aloud Project49Mentor Teacher Professional Learning51Ethnic Studies Courses

EquityWe unapologetically acknowledge, advocate against, and act to eliminate systematic disparities by honoring stakeholders’ racial, ethnic, cultural and linguistic identities by ensuring equitable (not equal) supports and resources so that all students (with an emphasis on African-American and Emergent Bilingual learners) are college and career strong. CurriculumState and national standards, and learning outcomes, for a specific content that include an agreed upon, viable, and guaranteed instructional scope and sequence, aligned resources, and learner experiences. InstructionThe design and facilitation of content specific learning using the curriculum with a clear target to attain student mastery.LiteracyThe process of reading, writing, critical thinking, and discussion to deeply comprehend, analyze, synthesize and communicate ideas and concepts while making connections within and across disciplines. CurriculumInstructionLiteracyEquityDALLAS ISD PRIORITIESBack to Table of Contents6

ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT & SUPPORTBack to Table of ContentsComputer Science & TechnologyBuilding Digital Citizens: Beginning Technology ApplicationsType: AsynchronousDate: January 9, 2023Audience: Introduction to Programming Teachers | 6-8This session supports teachers in preparing to lead students to learn TEKS TA6.5C and 5D from the Digital Citizenship strand for the Middle School Technology Applications course. Teachers will explore sample lessons with Schoology and commercial lessons from Learning.com and EVERFI:Ignition and consider student work samples that can be evidence of learning mastery.Available through May 31, 2023 Register HereLaunching ProjectSTEAM: Introduction to ProgrammingType: AsynchronousDate: January 9, 2023Audience: Introduction to Programming Teachers | 6- 8This session supports teachers who have less than one year of experience teaching the ProjectSTEM curriculum for MS Introduction to Programming.Available through May 31, 2023 Register HereM.A.D. World: Beginning Introduction to RoboticsType: AsynchronousDate: January 9, 2023Audience: Introduction to Robotics Teachers | 6-8This session supports teachers who have less than one year of experience teaching the MS Introduction to Robotics course. Teachers will build a Mechanical Advantage Device, calculate mechanical advantages, and explore ways which these concepts and skills are used in robotics design and building.Available through May 31, 2023 Register Here

ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT & SUPPORTComputer Science & Technology cont. Benchmark Projects: Introduction to ProgrammingType: AsynchronousDate: January 9, 2023Audience: Introduction to Programming Teachers | 6-8This session supports teachers who lead students to learn the instructional standards of the MS Introduction to Programming course. Teachers will prepare to evaluate students' masteries of ProjectSTEM Unit 0.Available through May 31, 2023 Register HereAssessment for Learning in Technology ApplicationsType: AsynchronousDate: January 9, 2023Audience: Introduction to Programming Teachers | 6- 8This sessions helps MS Technology Applications teachers to use Learning.com Digital Literacy Assessments to monitor learning and strength instruction.Available through May 31, 2023 Register HereBack to Table of Contents

HEALTH & PHYSICAL EDUCATIONBack to Table of ContentsHealth and Physical Education The P.L.A.Y. Initiative - Learn to Dink Responsibly with PickleballType: In-PersonDate: January 12, 2023Audience: P.L.A.Y. Coordinators | 4-6With 10,000 pickleball facilities in the country and new venues popping up every day - pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports being introduced districtwide through P.L.A.Y., the Health & Physical Education Department’s co-curricular learning and enrichment initiative.4:30PM - 6:00PM Register HereThe P.L.A.Y. Initiative - Fundamentals of Field HockeyType: In-PersonDate: January 19, 2023Audience: P.L.A.Y. Coordinators | 4-6Field hockey is one of the oldest sports with origins tracing back to early civilizations. Come see why this sport is part of the P.L.A.Y. Initiative and still so popular today.4:30PM - 6:00PM Register HereThe P.L.A.Y. Initiative - Be a Boss in LacrosseType: In-PersonDate: February 9, 2023Audience: P.L.A.Y. Coordinators | 4-6Lacrosse has been called “the fastest sport on two feet”, and until now, has never been offered to Dallas ISD students. Come learn about this fascinating sport with Native American origins and see why it is being offered through the P.L.A.Y. Initiative.4:30PM - 6:00PM Register HereThe P.L.A.Y. Initiative - Flag FootballType: In-PersonDate: March 2, 2023Audience: P.L.A.Y. Coordinators | 4-6No Red Flags Here! Come learn about flag football and how students in grades 4-6 are developing confidence in the sport through the P.L.A.Y. Initiative. 4:30PM - 6:00PM Register Here

ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT & SUPPORTBack to Table of ContentsHealth and Physical Education cont.Field Day PlanningType: VirtualDate: March 27, 2023Audience: P.L.A.Y. Coordinators | 4-6Learn how to plan and implement a successful field day that practically runs itself! Learn best practices, scheduling, and fun activities to create an engaging day of learning for students.4:30PM - 6:00PM Register HereACADEMIC ENRICHMENT & SUPPORTJunior Reserve Officer Training CorpsLeadership Cadet Corps MS Curriculum & Instruction PD training (LO’s and SC’s)Type: AsynchronousDate: January 9, 2023Audience: Leadership Cadet Corps Instructors | 6-8We will review and discuss the methodologies of the new LCC academic curriculum with the assistance of the new LCC academic curriculum program manager, our guest speaker and facilitator. We will also reload and test teacher laptops with the software needed to apply the teachings in the LCC classrooms.Available through January 31, 2023 Register HereJROTC HS Curriculum & Instruction PD Training (LO’s and SC’s)Type: AsynchronousDate: January 9, 2023Audience: JROTC Instructors | 9-12We will conduct a crosswalk with all JROTC Instructors using our US Army Cadet Command Approved Instruction as well as using our online instruction via SmartCadet and www.CadetPortfolio.com. We will also have an open discussion on the best practices for Junior ROTC Program of Instructions (JPA) points.Available through January 31, 2023 Register Here

DUAL LANGUAGE ESLDual Language ESL Engagement Strategies for Student Success: TELPAS Best PracticesType: VirtualDate: January 12, 2023 and January 17, 2023Audience: All Teachers | PreK-12In this session, participants will acquire classroom strategies that will increase emergent bilingual success on the annual TELPAS assessment. Teachers will have the opportunity to apply the four language domains through these classroom strategies. *Note: Participants will need to register with Region 10 to obtain the Zoom link.4:00PM - 5:00PM Register HereESL Certification PreparationType: VirtualDate: February 11, 2023 and April 22, 2023Audience: Teachers | K-12Get prepared for the TExES #154 ESL Supplemental Certification Exam. Participants will develop the core competencies needed to promote the success of emergent bilingual students. This hybrid session builds in the necessary collaboration and independent learning time to become a successfully certified educator of emergent bilingual students and learn how to teach content and language simultaneously.9:00AM - 12:00PM Register HereQuarterly Content Training 4Type: VirtualDate: February 21, 2023Audience: ESL Teachers and ESOL Teachers | 6-10Calling all teachers of ESL RLA 6-8 and ESOL English I and II: Is the year already ending? It's time for Quarterly Content Training for Quarter 4! How do you personalize the curriculum to fit the needs of your students? We will look at new resources for the quarter and give updates to support emergent bilinguals.4:30PM - 6:00PM Register HereBack to Table of Contents

ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT & SUPPORTDual Language ESL cont.Quarterly Content Training 4 - Amplify Type: Virtual Date: February 21, 2023Audience: Dual Language Teachers | K-5It's time for Quarterly Content Training for Quarter 4! We will look at resources for the quarter and give updates to support emergent bilinguals. 4:00PM - 5:00PM K-2 - Register Here3-5 - Register HereQuarterly Content Training 4 - District Curriculum Type: AsynchronousDate: February 22, 2023Audience: Dual Language Teachers | K-2It's time for Quarterly Content Training for Quarter 4! We will look at resources for the quarter and give updates to support emergent bilinguals. Available through May 31, 2023 Register HereQuarterly Content Training 4Type: VirtualDate: February 22, 2023Audience: Dual Language Teachers | 3-6It's time for Quarterly Content Training for Quarter 4! How do you personalize the curriculum to fit the needs of your students? We will look at resources for the quarter and give updates to support emergent bilinguals. 4:00PM - 5:00PM Register HereBack to Table of ContentsApreciación Lingüística en el Salón de Lenguaje DualType: VirtualDate: February 22, 2023Audience: Dual Language Teachers | All Grade LevelsEn esta sesión, los participantes reflexionarán sobre la importancia de valorar el repertorio lingüístico de sus estudiantes, incluyendo las variantes del idioma español en Hispanoamérica y Estados Unidos. Además, aprenderán cómo utilizar el acervo lingüístico de sus alumnos para desarrollar su vocabulario académico.4:00PM - 5:00PM Register Here

EARLY LEARNINGEarly Learning K-2 Intersession Training Type: VirtualDate: February 9, 2023 and May 25, 2023Audience: Intersession Teachers | K-2Intersession teachers will dive into the curriculum and learn more about the upcoming themes: February - Lights, Camera, Action and May - Nature Camp.4:00PM - 5:30PM Register HerePreK Intersession Training Type: VirtualDate: February 9, 2023 and May 23, 2023Audience: Intersession Teachers | PreKIntersession teachers will dive into the curriculum and learn more about the upcoming theme: February - Lights, Camera, Action and May - Nature Camp.4:00PM - 5:00PM Register HereQuarterly Content Training 4 - AmplifyType: VirtualDate: February 21, 2023, Audience: Teachers | K-2 Teachers using Amplify curriculum will learn more about the upcoming curriculum for Quarter 4.4:00PM - 5:00PM Register HereBack to Table of Contents

ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT & SUPPORTEarly Learning cont.Quarterly Content Training 4Type: VirtualDate: February 21, 2023 (PreK3) and February 22, 2023 (PreK4)Audience: Teachers | PreK3-PreK4PreK teachers will learn more about the upcoming curriculum for Quarter 4.4:00PM - 500PM Register HereQuarterly Content Training 4 - District CurriculumType: AsynchronousDate: February 21, 2023Audience: Teachers | K-2K-2 Gen Ed ELAR/SS teachers using district-written curriculum will learn more about the upcoming curriculum for Quarter 4.Available through May 31, 2023 Register HereQuarterly Content Training 4 - Eureka MathType: VirtualDate: February 22, 2023Audience: Teachers | K-2In this session, participants will preview the Eureka Math curriculum for Quarter 4.4:00PM - 5:00PM Register HereQuarterly Content Training 4 - Math District CurriculumType: AsynchronousDate: February 22, 2023Audience: Teachers | K-2K-2 math teachers using district-written curriculum will learn more about the upcoming curriculum for Quarter 4.Available through May 31, 2023 Register HereBack to Table of Contents

ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT & SUPPORTEarly Learning cont. Energy Efficient Teaching with Mentor Texts That Multitask with Pamela KoutrakosType: VirtualDate: March 3, 2023Audience: Teachers | K-2Literacy teachers conserve energy without sacrificing high-octane results. The trick is to transform a seemingly ordinary mentor text into a power-packed MULTITASKING mentor text. With a multitasking mentor text in hand, teachers take on a conservationist approach to teaching reading, writing, vocabulary, spelling, and grammar. In this session, five “energy-star” tips for identifying and using multitasking mentor texts will be discussed. Examples will be provided and artifacts will be shared. Multitasking mentor texts represent a sustainable way of staying fueled, focused, and fulfilled. 4:00PM - 5:30PM Register HereSupporting Student Growth: Using Dreambox Data to Drive InstructionType: VirtualDate: March 23, 2023Audience: Teachers | K-2In this session, participants will analyze DreamBox Predictive Insights and standards-based proficiency data across various reports in the DreamBox Insight dashboard in order to maximize student learning. Personalize this session to your goals for educator action such as determining instructional small groups or communicating progress with learning goals.4:00PM - 5:00PM Register HereBack to Table of Contents

ENGAGEMENT SERVICESAdvanced Academic Services Module 1A & 1B: Gifted and TalentedType: AsynchronousDate: January 9, 2023Audience: Campus Administrators, Campus Instructional Coaches, Counselors, Teachers | All Grade LevelsWhat is giftedness and what do we, as educators, do about it? Using the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students as a guide, this session will give teachers, counselors, and administrators a basis for understanding best practices and requirements for serving gifted/talented students. This session meets state requirements for G/T training or a module 6 annual update.Available through May 31, 2023Module 1A - Register Here Module 1B - Register HereModule 2A & 2B: Gifted and Talented Type: AsynchronousDate: January 9, 2023Audience: Counselors, Teachers | All Grade LevelsThis session sets the foundation for understanding the unique social and emotional needs of gifted/talented students. This session meets state requirements for G/T training or a module 6 annual update. Available through May 31, 2023 Module 2A - Register Here Module 2B - Register HereBack to Table of Contents

ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT & SUPPORTAdvanced Academic Services cont.Module 4A & 4B: Models of Differentiated Instruction Type: VirtualDate: February 28, 2023 and March 2, 2023Audience: Teachers | All Grade LevelsA small change in instruction can make a big difference for gifted/talented students. In this session, participants will explore ways G/T students learn differently and how to modify the structure of their lessons to encourage deeper, more complex learning. This session meets state requirements for G/T training or a module 6 annual update.5:00PM - 8:00PMModule 4A - Register HereModule 4B - Register Here Module 5A & 5B: Engaging Students Through Depth and Complexity Type: VirtualDate: March 28, 2023 and March 30, 2023Audience: Teachers | All Grade LevelsOwn the phrase depth and complexity, use the framework with confidence, and take integration to a new level. Join us for an introduction to the depth and complexity framework. This module is part of the state-required 30 hours of training in educating gifted/talented students. Participants must attend both Part A and Part B to receive credit; partial G/T credit cannot be awarded. This session meets state requirements for G/T training or a module 6 annual update.5:00PM - 8:00PMModule 5A - Register Here Module 5B - Register Here Module 3A & 3B: Sparking Creative Genius in Gifted and Talented StudentsType: VirtualDate: February 13, 2023 and February 15, 2023Audience: Campus Instructional Coaches and Teachers | All Grade LevelsTeachers play a big role in providing opportunities for gifted/talented children to develop and explore creativity in various ways. Participants will begin with grade appropriate definitions of creativity and learn strategies for immediate infusion in their classrooms. This module is part of the state-required 30 hours of training in educating gifted/talented students. It may also satisfy the requirement for a six-hour annual update. Participants must attend both Part A and Part B to receive credit; partial G/T credit cannot be awarded. 5:00PM - 8:00PMModule 3A - Register HereModule 3B - Register HereBack to Table of Contents

ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT & SUPPORTAdvanced Academic Services cont.Module 6A & 6B: Gifted/Talented Annual UpdateType: VirtualDate: April 11, 2023 and April 13, 2023Audience: Teachers | All Grade LevelsThe State of Texas requires teachers who provide instruction in gifted/talented services must complete a minimum of six hours of professional learning in gifted education each year after completing the 30 hours of foundational training. For full credit you must take parts A and B. No partial G/T credit will be given.Prerequisite for 2022-2023: Participants must have taken the current year for Dallas ISD's Module 5: Engaging Students Through Depth & Complexity. 5:00PM - 8:00PMModule 6A - Register HereModule 6B - Register HereBack to Table of Contents

ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT & SUPPORTSocial and Emotional LearningMarch Champion PLC: Expanding Family Engagement & Community BuildingType: VirtualDate: March 21, 2023 (Elementary) and March 22, 2023 (Secondary)Audience: SEL Champions | All Grade LevelsJoin us for the monthly Champion PLC as we collaborate to create meaningful opportunities to connect inside and outside of school time.3:45PM - 5:15PM (Elementary)4:45PM - 6:15PM (Secondary)Register HereBack to Table of ContentsJanuary Champion PLC: Self-Awareness and Self-ManagementType: VirtualDate: January 10, 2023 - Elementary and January 11, 2023 (Secondary)Audience: SEL Champions | All Grade LevelsJoin us for the monthly Champion PLC as we connect and collaborate to support our students with self-regulation. We will discuss and practice strategies that strengthen our classroom communities.3:45PM - 5:15PM (Elementary)4:45PM - 6:15PM (Secondary)Register HereFebruary Champion PLC: Integrated InstructionType: VirtualDate: February 14, 2023 (Elementary) and February 15, 2023 (Secondary)Audience: SEL Champions | All Grade LevelsJoin us for the monthly Champion PLC as we discuss and plan for cultivating the SEL competencies through authentic engagement.3:45PM - 5:15PM (Elementary)4:45PM - 6:15PM (Secondary)Register Here

ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT & SUPPORTSocial and Emotional Learning cont.April Champion PLC: Review, Reflect, RefineType: VirtualDate: April 4 2023 (Elementary) and April 5, 2023 (Secondary)Audience: SEL Champions | All Grade LevelsJoin us for our monthly Champion PLC as we review our SEL implementation data, reflect on our current progress, and refine our plan for the next school year.3:45PM - 5:15PM (Elementary)4:45PM - 6:15PM (Secondary)Register HereMay Champion PLC: Champion CelebrationType: VirtualDate: May 17, 2023Audience: SEL Champions | All Grade LevelsJoin us as we celebrate YOU! Your role in schoolwide SEL implementation is critical, we could not do this without you. We want hear about your experiences and connect with each other as we prepare to close out the 22-23 school year.4:45PM - 6:15PM Register HereBack to Table of Contents

Human Capital ManagementTeacher Excellence InitiativeTeacher Performance Rubric: Domain 2 Deep DiveType: Asynchronous Date: January 9, 2023Audience: Teachers | All Grade LevelsThis session will provide a deep dive into Domain 2 (Instruction) of the Teacher Performance Rubric through understanding the Key Skills and Actions for each indicator and understanding the expectations of Proficient and how a Proficient Indicator moves to Mastery. Participants will view and discuss the lens of Domain 2 through videos and student work.Available through May 31, 2023 Register HereBack to Table of Contents

LANGUAGE, LITERACY AND SOCIAL STUDIESAssessment for Learning Teacher Clarity: Using Learning Goals and Success Criteria to Drive Elements of Effective InstructionType: AsynchronousDate: January 9, 2022Audience: Campus Instructional Coaches, New Teachers, and Teachers | All Grade LevelsParticipants will learn about the importance of learning goals and success criteria and how they can be utilized throughout the lesson cycle to drive student learning.Available through May 31, 2023 Register Here Effective Questioning Strategies Questioning Strategies to Move Learning ForwardType: AsynchronousDate: January 9, 2022Audience: Campus Instructional Coaches, New Teachers and Teachers | All Grade LevelsParticipants will learn about question types, techniques, and strategies to craft questions that move student learning forward.Available through May 31, 2023 Register HereChecks for Understanding and Using Evidence to Move Learning ForwardType: AsynchronousDate: January 9, 2022Audience: Campus Instructional Coaches, New Teachers and Teachers | All Grade LevelsParticipants will learn about making learning visible and using a cycle of evidence gathering and interpretation to move student learning forward.Available through May 31, 2023 Register Here Back to Table of Contents

ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT & SUPPORTLibrary Media ServiceseBooks + 24/7 Access = Always Engaged Readers! Type: VirtualDate: January 19, 2023Audience: Teachers | K-12Discover the magic of eBooks! Learn how to connect eBooks to curriculum and engage students with high-interest books 24/7. Access thousands of high-quality, high interest books from your phone through Sora.5:00PM - 6:00PM Register HereSupporting Teaching and Learning with Always Available Premium Digital ResourcesType: VirtualDate: January 25, 2023Audience: Teachers and Librarians | PreK-5Explore PK-5th grade classroom and digital resources that provide anytime, anywhere access for all educators, students, and students' immediate families in Dallas ISD.4:30PM - 5:30PM Register HereRLA Library Resources for TeachersType: VirtualDate: February 6, 2023Audience: Teachers | K-12Looking for resources to support teaching and learning in the RLA classroom? Library resources are chock full of print and digital resources that support reading, research, and reference.4:30PM - 5:30PM Register HereBack to Table of ContentsSupporting Teaching and Learning with Always Available Premium Digital Resources: SecondaryType: VirtualDate: February 6, 2023Audience: Teachers and Librarians | 6-12Explore 6th-12th grade classroom and digital resources that provide anytime, anywhere access for all educators, students, and students' immediate families in Dallas ISD.5:30PM - 6:30PM Register Here

ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT & SUPPORTLibrary Media Services cont.So You Want to Start a Library Book ClubType: VirtualDate: February 22, 2023Audience: Library Media Specialists | K-12You will learn tried and true ideas to make your library book clubs a success.4:00PM - 5:00PM Register HereSupporting Teaching and Learning with Premium, Authentic Spanish Language ResourcesType: VirtualDate: March 1, 2023Audience: Library Media Specialists | K-12Learn and explore premium, authentic Spanish language resources to share with stakeholders.4:30PM - 5:30PM Register HereBack to Table of Contents

ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT & SUPPORTReading Language ArtsBuilding Background Knowledge with NewselaType: VirtualDate: February 9, 2023Audience: Teachers | 9-12Discover strategies for leveraging Newsela content to engage students in reading across texts to build a deep understanding of concepts and themes.5:00PM - 6:00PM Register HereQuarterly Content Training 4Type: VirtualDate: February 21, 2023Audience: Teachers and Coaches| 3-12Join the Reading Language Arts Department for an in-depth training over our curriculum resources and instructional tools.4:00PM - 5:30PM (Elementary)4:30PM - 6:00PM (Middle)5:00PM - 6:30PM (High)Register HereNoRedInkType: VirtualDate: March 2, 2023Audience: Teachers | 6-12Learn about NoRedInk Practice, which includes hundreds of interactive, mastery-based exercises to develop grammar and writing skills.4:30PM - 6:00PM Register HereBack to Table of Contents

Reading Language Arts cont.Reinforcing Reading Skills with Newsela - Spotlighting Student DataType: VirtualDate: March 2, 2023Audience: Teachers | 9 -12Dive deep into the Reading Summary section of the Newsela Binder, the available data, and Newsela content and resources for teaching, reteaching, and reinforcing key reading skills. Leverage learning to plan data-driven instruction and learning experiences focused on essential reading skills, as you prepare your students for STAAR.5:00PM - 6:00PM Register HereBack to Table of ContentsSocial StudiesSocial Studies Support for New TeacherType: In-PersonDate: January 11, 2023, March 22, 2023 and May 24, 2023Audience: Teachers | 3-12Celebrating, preparing, and supporting teachers for the second semester while discussing strategies that worked for Social Studies content instruction, enhanced lesson review design to prepare students for the end of year assessments. We will wrap up with strategies as they reflect on Glows, Growth, Distinction, and your Uniqueness of Practice that worked this year! We will look at your student data and help you to build a plan of action for next year Semester 1, Quarter 1. We will celebrate your glows as well!5:00PM - 6:30PMJanuary - Register Here March - Register Here May - Register Here

ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT & SUPPORTSocial Studies cont.Digging Deeper into Disciplinary Literacy in Social Studies PD SeriesType: AsynchronousDate: January 31, 2023, February 28, 2023, March 31, 2023, and April 28, 2023Audience: Teachers, Campus Instructional Coaches, Instructional Lead Teacher and Admin. | 3-12The Digging Deeper into Disciplinary Literacy in Social Studies series will focus on strategies to promote learning as a historian in all social studies classes. Join us each month for a different disciplinary literacy focus. Engage in activities that promote thinking, speaking, reading, and writing as a historian at all levels. Participants will leave with practical, ready-to-implement approaches to promote learning as a historian in their classrooms!Register HereQuarterly Content Training 4 Type: VirtualDate: February 21, 2023Audience: Teachers, Campus Instructional Coaches, Instructional Lead Teacher and Admin. | 3-12Join us to dig deeper into your upcoming content! We will celebrate classroom success from the current quarter, breakdown common misconceptions for upcoming content, and work with lesson resources and supports in the next quarter's curriculum.4:00PM - 5:30PM (Elementary)4:30PM - 6:00PM (Middle)5:00PM - 6:30PM (High)Register HereRegister HereRegister HereBack to Table of ContentsEthics Studies Brag and Share Quarter 4Type: VirtualDate: March 1, 2023Audience: Ethnic Studies Teachers | 9-12In this session, teachers will learn about the latest instructional activities from the Quarter Four Curriculum for Ethnic Studies. They will also learn how to incorporate Culturally Responsive Teaching in their instructional practices. Teachers will also have the opportunity to share their best lessons, projects, and ideas with their colleagues. 5:00PM - 6:30PM Register Here

ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT & SUPPORTWorld LanguagesEquity in the World Language ClassroomType: In-PersonDate: February 11, 2023 and February 25, 2023Audience: Teachers | 6-12In this session, World Language teachers will learn about equity in Dallas ISD and in the World Language classroom. Equity is one of the 4 Essential Foci in Dallas. Guest speakers, Mr. Akash Patel (President of ACTFL), and members from Dallas ISD’s Racial Equity Office, will share useful information on how to promote equity in our World Language classroom.8:30AM - 11:30AM12:30PM - 3:30 PM Register HereUnderstanding Diversity in Dallas ISD and in World Language ClassroomType: In-PersonDate: February 11, 2023 and February 25, 2023Audience: Teachers | 6-12In this session, new World Language teachers will explore diversity within and outside of Dallas ISD in the World Language classroom. The Executive Director of ACTFL, Mr. Howie Berman, will be attending as a guest speaker to share his thoughts as well as some simple strategies and activities that teachers can incorporate to embrace diversity in the World Language classroom.12:30PM - 3:30 PM8:30AM - 11:30AM Register HereIdentifying and Managing Differentiation in the World Language ClassroomType: In-PersonDate: March 4, 2023 and March 25, 2023Audience: Teachers | 6-12In this session, World Language teachers will learn how to differentiate lessons to reach all students. This session will service students in language classes that have different learning styles, abilities, and pacing. Guest speakers from the Special Education Department will assist in exploring ways to provide differentiation in our classrooms.8:30AM - 11:30AM12:30PM - 3:30 PM Register HereBack to Table of Contents

ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT & SUPPORTWorld Languages cont.The What, Where, How, When, and Why of the State LOTE Certification TestType: In-PersonDate: April 1, 2023 and April 15, 2023Audience: Teachers | 6-12In this session, new World Language teachers will learn about the LOTE test for certification. Teachers will explore what the LOTE entails, how to study and take the test, when these tests are offered, and what else is necessary to acquire state certification.8:30AM - 11:30AM12:30PM - 3:30PM Register HereIncorporating the Basis of Second Language Acquisition Theories and Organizing Principles in the World Language ClassroomsType: In-PersonDate: May 6, 2023 and May 13, 2023Audience: Teachers | 6-12In this session, participants will explore how ideas reflect in teaching languages within our classrooms. Understanding the theories and principles help World Language teachers to understand why and how students react and perform in such ways aiding in allowing student to become more confident language learners.8:30AM - 11:30AM12:30PM - 3:30PM Register HereHow to Enhance Engagement With Students Who Have Special NeedsType: In-PersonDate: March 4, 2023 and March 25, 2023Audience: Teachers | 6-12In this session, new World Language teachers will be briefed on laws and policies such as IDEA 2004 (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, special populations, conditions information about ARDs (Admission, Review, and Dismissal), 504, BIPs (Behavior Intervention Plan), and teaching strategies to best serve students who are identified in these groups in our classrooms.8:30AM - 11:30AM12:30PM - 3:30 PM Register HereBack to Table of Contents

ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT & SUPPORTWorld Languages cont.Teachers Take Care of Everything and Everyone. When do we Take Care of Ourselves?Type: In-PersonDate: May 6, 2023 and May 13, 2023Audience: Teachers | 6-12In this session, new World Language teachers will learn strategies to take care of themselves to be a successful teacher. Activities will be shared that will teach teachers the importance of self-care, and how to best take care of themselves while taking care of their students. These simple activities will also build relationships and enhance student engagement.12:30PM - 3:30PM8:30AM - 11:30AM Register HereBack to Table of Contents

PROFESSIONAL & DIGITAL LEARNINGProfessional Learning Context Clues Strategies for Vocabulary GrowthType: AsynchronousDate: January 9, 2023Audience: Teachers | 3-5 When students know how to identify the hints found within a sentence, paragraph, or passage, they can use the clues to understand the meanings of new or unfamiliar words. This session will provide participants with tools and strategies to help students determine the meaning of new or unfamiliar words.Available through May 31, 2023 Register HereCritical Thinking & Socialized Intelligence: Let's Talk About ItType: AsynchronousDate: January 9, 2023Audience: Teachers | 6-12Discussion-based learning promotes critical thinking by empowering students to take the lead in exploring complex and challenging issues. In this session, participants will learn instructional strategies to foster higher-order academic talk and dialogue in the classroom. Available through May 31, 2023 Register HereDifferentiation SeriesType: AsynchronousDate: January 9, 2023Audience: Teachers | All Grade LevelsJust as everyone has a unique fingerprint, every student has an individual learning style. Chances are, not all of your students grasp a lesson in the same way or share the same level of ability. So how can you better deliver your lessons to reach everyone in class? In this series, participants will delve into discussions to help them define differentiated instruction and identify why it is a crucial element of classroom discussion.Available through May 31, 2023 Register HereBack to Table of Contents

ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT & SUPPORTProfessional Learning cont.Increasing Digital Practice in Students’ Daily WorkType: AsynchronousDate: January 9, 2023Audience: Teachers | 3-12Learn about digital tools and strategies to incorporate in lessons to increase students’ comfort level with digital tools for STAAR testing. (Beginner level digital skills) Available through May 31, 2023 Register HereNearpod 101: Transforming Lessons to Actively Engage LearnersType: AsynchronousDate: January 9, 2023Audience: Library Media Specialists | All Grade LevelsAre you new to Nearpod? If so, join us to discover how you can transform the typical slide deck or lesson into an interactive and engaging experience for learners. Available through May 31, 2023 Register HereMentor Teacher Professional Learning SeriesType: AsynchronousDate: January 2023, February/March 2023 and April/May 2023Audience: Mentor Teachers | All Grade LevelsThe professional learning for mentors focuses on exploring the essential components of being a successful mentor. During each professional learning session, mentors will learn how to utilize tools, various strategies, and resources to help support their mentee(s). Available through May 31, 2023 Register HereBack to Table of Contents

ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT & SUPPORTProfessional Learning cont. New Teacher TrainingType: In-PersonDate: February 16, 2023Audience: New Teachers, Library Media Specialists and Nurses | All Grade LevelsUtilizing data to drive instruction in the classroom is vital to student growth. Participants will learn how to analyze student learning to plan for small group instruction, extension and intervention. They will gain comprehension strategies that can be applied across content areas and participate in a professional growth learning opportunity of choice. *Note: This training is for all 2022-2023 new teachers to the district, regardless of years of experience. This training is mandatory for new teachers assigned to a:● Base calendar campus ● Redesign or Intersession calendar campus hired after August 3, 20224:30PM - 8:00PM Register HereRead Aloud ProjectType: VirtualDate: February 9, 2023 and April 6, 2023Audience: Instructional Staff | 3-12The Read Aloud Project was created to honor Dallas ISD's commitment to black lives by bringing valuable perspectives and experiences to our classrooms through culturally responsive teaching. To extend the learning to our campuses, all educators who attend will receive hard copies of each showcased book as well as lesson plans to support culturally responsive teaching. For more information on the Read Aloud Project, please visit the Read Aloud Project Website at bit.ly/DallasISDRAP.4:00PM - 6:00PM Register HereBack to Table of Contents

SPECIAL SERVICESDyslexiaEsperanza for Dyslexia Facilitators TrainingType: In-PersonDate: January 13, 2023, February 10, 2023, March 3, 2023 and April 14, 2023Audience: SPED Teachers, Teacher Assistants and Dyslexia Interventionists | K-5Come learn how to teach Esperanza to our students who require Dyslexia services in Spanish.8:30AM - 3:00PM Register HereSpring FundationsType: In-PersonDate: January 20, 2023, February 17, 2023, March 24, 2023 and April 21, 2023Audience: SPED Teachers and Dyslexia Interventionists | K-5Students can be identified when they are in second, first or even kindergarten. Fundations is a research based, multisensory program designed to teach our students identified with Dyslexia who are that young. Please join us as we go over how to use this interactive program.8:30AM - 10:00AM Register HereBack to Table of ContentsMulti-Tiered Systems of Support Running Records MAP Reading FluencyType: AsynchronousDate: January 9, 2023Audience: Teachers | K-2In this asynchronous session, participants will learn how to read and analyze MAP Reading Fluency data and reports to make instructional decisions to accelerate growth. Learn more about the new Instructional Planning Report and resources to support students in grade K-2.Available through May 31, 2023 Register Here

Back to Table of ContentsMulti-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) EssentialsType: AsynchronousDate: January 9, 2023Audience: Teachers, Counselors, and Administrators | K-12In this asynchronous session, participants will review the Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) framework and explore Root Cause Analysis and documenting interventions in the PowerSchool MTSS Interventions Module.Available through May 31, 2023 Register HereSmall Group Instruction to Maximize Student Growth with MAP Reading Fluency DataType: AsynchronousDate: January 9, 2023Audience: Teachers | K-2In this asynchronous session, participants will learn how to utilize MAP Reading Fluency data to plan targeted small group instruction to support students in need of intervention, reteaching or extension to ensure all students meet their growth goals.Available through May 31, 2023 Register HereMulti-Tiered Systems of Support cont. Small group Instructions to Maximize Student Growth with MAP Growth DataType: AsynchronousDate: January 9, 2023Audience: Teachers | K-9 In this asynchronous session, participants will learn how to utilize MAP Growth data to plan targeted small group instruction to support students in need of intervention, reteaching or extension to ensure all students meet their growth goals.Available through May 31, 2023 Register Here

ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT & SUPPORTMulti-Tiered Systems of Support cont. Progress Monitoring with MAP Reading FluencyType: VirtualDate: January 10, 2023, January 12, 2023, January 17, 2023 and January 19, 2023Audience: Teachers | K-2In this session participants will learn how discover how MAP Reading Fluency data can inform instruction for all your learners.3:30PM - 4:30PM Register HereStudent Support Team Meet-UpType: VirtualDate: January 11, 2023, February 8, 2023, March 8, 2023 and April 12, 2023Audience: Student Support Team Chair, Principals, and Assistant Principals | K-12SST Chairs will learn more about how to support their campus with implementing the MTSS framework to have a strong Student Support Team.10:00AM - 11:30AM Register HereReady, Set, Goal! How to use MAP Data to Support Goal Setting Conversations Type: VirtualDate: February 7, 2023Audience: Teachers | K-9In this session, participants will learn how to use MAP data to have meaningful goal setting conversations to increase student achievement.4:15PM - 5:15PM Register HereBack to Table of Contents

ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT & SUPPORTMulti-Tiered Systems of Support cont.MAP Reading Fluency - Progress MonitoringType: VirtualDate: February 13, 2023Audience: Teachers | K-3In this session, participants will learn how to use MAP Reading Fluency to progress monitor and identify interventions for students. This session is for Kindergarten through 3rd grade teachers.4:15PM - 5:30PM Register HereMAP Growth Reports - ASG and Learning ContinuumType: VirtualDate: February 28, 2023Audience: Teachers | K-9In this session, participants will learn how to access and interpret MAP Growth Reports including Achievement Summary and Growth (ASG) and Learning Continuum data to make informed instructional decisions.4:15PM - 5:30PM Register HereBack to Table of ContentsSection 504 Student Achievement: What's the Relationship?Type: AsynchronousDate: January 6, 2023Audience: All Teachers | All Grade LevelsParticipants will understand their role in the Section 504 process and the impact it has on student achievement.Available through May 31, 2023 Register Here

ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT & SUPPORTIntroduction to Section 504Type: In-Person and AsynchronousDate: January 10, 2023 and February 1, 2023Audience: Case Managers | All Grade LevelsParticipants will understand the purpose and benefits of Section 504.1:00PM - 3:30PMAvailable through May 31, 2023Register HereRegister Here2022-2023 EdPlan Training for 504 Case ManagersType: In-PersonDate: January 13, 2023, January 24, 2023, February 8, 2023 and February 23, 2023Audience: 504 Case Managers | All Grade LevelsSo you're the new 504 case manager? Now what? Come and receive hands-on training in navigating the district's data management system for facilitating 504 meetings, EdPlan.8:30AM - 4:00PM Register HereBack to Table of ContentsSection 504 cont.Specialized Data Management Support EasyIEP Introduction for Special Education Teachers and Staff Type: Asynchronous and In-Person Date: January 1 1, 2023, February 7, 2023, March 7, 2023, April 3, 2023 and May 16, 2023 (Asynchronous) January 19, 2023, February 23, 2023, March 22, 2023, April 18, 2023 and May 3, 2023 (In-Person)Audience: New Special Education Teachers and Evaluators | All Grade LevelsEasyIEP Introduction for Special Education Teachers and Staff provides an introduction and overview of the EdPlan case management system. Primary learning objectives include the user becoming familiar with the functionality of the EdPlan/EasyIEP system; navigating through the sections of an ARD/IEP event; and creating an ARD/IEP document.8:30AM - 12:00PM1:00PM - 4:30PMRegister Here

ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT & SUPPORTSpecialized Data Management Support Reports for Special Education Teachers and Staff Type: VirtualDate: January 18, 2023, February 16, 2023, March 29, 2023, April 25, 2023 and May 22, 2023Audience: New Special Education Teachers and Evaluators | All Grade LevelsIf you are a Special Education Teacher/Special Education Staff AND have access to EasyIEP, reporting capability is beneficial for managing your caseload. Join SDMS staff for a demonstration about generating custom Special Education reports. In addition, several reports will be highlighted including explanation of data captured within those reports. Although not required to attend the training, VPN access is recommended so that you can generate your own report!10:00AM - 12:00PM2:00PM - 4:00PM Register HereBack to Table of ContentsFIE Writer for Special Education Central StaffType: Asynchronous and In-Person Date: January 20, 2023, February 17, 2023 and April 14, 2023 (Asynchronous) March 28, 2023 and May 9, 2023 (In-Person)Audience: New Special Education Teachers and Evaluators | All Grade LevelsFIE Writer for Special Education Central Staff provides an introduction and overview about the evaluation segment of the EdPlan case management system. Via Microsoft Teams recorded video, the FIE Writer module will be used to demonstrate documentation of a Full and Individual Evaluation event for referred students to special education as well as re-evaluation for active students. This training is designed for evaluation personnel in the Special Education Department (for example diagnosticians, speech evaluators, OT/PT evaluators).8:30AM - 12:00PM1:00PM - 4:30PMRegister Here

STRATEGIC INITIATIVESCareer and Technical EducationNew Teacher Mentor TrainingType: In-Person Date: January 12, 2023 and March 2, 2023Audience: Teachers | 9- 12This session will provide a deep dive into Domain 2 (Instruction) of the Teacher Performance Rubric through understanding the Key Skills and Actions for each indicator and understanding the expectations of Proficient and how a Proficient Indicator moves to Mastery. Participants will view and discuss the lens of Domain 2 through videos and student work. In the final session teachers will learn effective strategies and resources for classroom management, with specifics to expectations and management of CTE resources5:15PM - 6:15PM Register HereDOI Academy | Listen Up!Type: In-Person Date: February 1, 2023Audience: Teachers | 6-12Let's get students more engaged through project based learning. We will discuss what it is, what it should look like, and how to implement it in your classroom.4:45PM - 5:45PM Register HereDOI Academy | Finish Up!Type: In-Person Date: March 1, 2023Audience: Teachers | 6-12In this session, we'll talk about any last minute tasks that need to be done, as well as discuss what you have learned this school year that will help prepare you for the next year.4:45PM - 5:45PM Register HereBack to Table of Contents

STEMMathematics Intervention for MathType: VirtualDate: January 24, 2023Audience: Teachers | 3-12Come discover a process that will support struggling math students to experience success with the content while still challenging the higher achieving students to move to their next level of potential.4:00PM - 6:00PM (Elementary)4:30PM - 6:30PM (Secondary)Register Here2023 STAAR Academies Type: VirtualDate: February 2, 2023, February 28, 2023, March 7, 2023 and April 11, 2023Audience: Teachers | 3-8Participants will identify and preview STAAR high leverage TEKS based on prior data points for a cluster of concepts and skills.4:00PM - 6:00PM (Elementary)4:30PM - 6:00PM (Middle School)Register HereRegister HereHitting the Target for Mathematics - Quarterly Content TrainingType: VirtualDate: February 21, 2023 and February 23, 2023Audience: Teachers | 3-12Participants will identify and preview the integration of standards in the current grade level. Participants will actively engage in math activities and explore ways to increase student engagement and comprehension for the units in quarter four using non-Eureka resources.4:00PM - 5:30PM (Elementary)4:30PM - 6:00PM (Secondary)5:00PM - 6:30PM (High School)Register HereBack to Table of Contents

ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT & SUPPORTMathematics cont.Open Ended Thinking in a Math ClassroomType: VirtualDate: February 21, 2023 (Elementary) and March 2, 2023 (Secondary)Audience: Teachers | 3-12As new STAAR 2.0 items are requiring students to think more independently, come discover some easy to implement instructional strategies that will support students with this process.4:00PM - 6:00PM (Elementary)4:30PM - 6:30PM (Secondary)Register Here2023 Algebra 1 EOC AcademyType: VirtualDate: March 2, 2023, March 9, 2023 and April 13, 2023Audience: Teachers | 9-12Participants will identify and preview Algebra 1 EOC high leverage TEKS based on prior data points for a cluster of concepts and skills.5:00PM - 6:30PM Register HereCountdown to STAAR Type: VirtualDate: April 4, 2023 (Elementary) and April 5, 2023 (Secondary)Audience: Teachers | 3-12Come discover a process of how to prioritize and organize your countdown to STAAR.4:00PM - 6:00PM (Elementary)4:30PM - 6:30PM (Secondary)Register HereBack to Table of Contents

ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT & SUPPORTScience & WellnessQuarterly Content Training Type: VirtualDate: February 23, 2023Audience: Teachers | 3-12In this session, participants will engage in science resources for quarter four of instruction. We will look at current data, TEKS specificity, and model lesson cycles and other high quality resources that can be found in Schoology. 4:00PM - 5:15PM (Elementary)4:30PM - 5:45PM (Middle)5:00PM - 6:15PM (High School)Register HereRegister HereRegister HereBack to Table of Contents

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Spring 2023 SemesterJanuarySocial Event: TBDFebruary - March April - MaySocial Event - TopGolfProfessional Learning Focus AreaCulturally Responsive TeachingData Driven Instruction and Core Content PlanningQuarter 3 CurriculumLook-Back and Plan ForwardGuiding QuestionHow do I address my biases to plan purposefully for the diverse needs of my learners? How do I analyze student learning to plan for small group instruction, extension and intervention? How do I identify my areas of professional growth and make accommodations to extend my learning? Contract PD Dates for Mentors and New Teachers -Asynchronous Module-Mentor-Mentee Check-In-Feb. 16; Mandatory Module-Asynchronous Session: ● Core Content and Data-Mentor-Mentee Check-In-Asynchronous Module-Mentor-Mentee Check-InJANUARY CHECK-INThis asynchronous session address biases and strategies that you can share with your mentee to purposefully plan for the diverse needs of all learners.FEBRUARY/MARCH - MANDATORY MODULEIn this asynchronous module you will learn strategies to support your mentee through the rejuvenation phase, your focus will be on curriculum development, long term planning and teaching strategies which leads to gathering and analyzing student learning in order to plan for small group instruction, extension and intervention activities. APRIL/MAY CHECK-INThis asynchronous session focuses on strategies that you can share with your mentee on how to Look-Back and Plan Forward in order to identify areas of professional growth and make accommodations to extend their learning. Click here to access the asynchronous modules.

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57January District Professional Development Day

Accelerating Learning Through Collective Equity Professional & Digital Learning | All Grade Levels | All StaffNicole Law, author of the book Collective Equity will return to help staff develop action plans that disrupt barriers to learning and equitable practices in my instruction. Success Criteria: ● I can design an environment that accelerates learning through the implementation of culturally fortifying practices. ● I can examine data sources to determine environmental and instructional shifts in my classroom.● I can contribute to the acceleration of all scholars in my professional learning community.10:00AM - 11:30AM 2:30PM - 4:00PMRegister HereRegister HereJanuary Professional Development DayBack to Table of Contents

7 Mindsets Session: Explore SEL Programs and Practices Social and Emotional Learning |6-12|TeachersJoin us for a live session hosted by 7 Mindsets. 7 Mindsets is an easy-to-implement, proven, and transformational SEL curriculum. 7 Mindsets supports a positive culture and supportive climate that inspires educators and drives academic, behavioral, social, and lifelong student success.8:00AM - 9:30AM Register HereActing Techniques Visual and Performing Arts |9-12|Theatre TeachersEducators will participate in various acting exercises/activities to advance technique in their own curriculum.*Note: This session will take place in-person at Conrad High School12:30PM - 4:00PM Register HereAdministrator + Librarian = Strong Partnership Library Media Services |K-12|Library Media SpecialistsDo you want student success? Join us to develop a plan to establish a strong partnership with the administration of your school that will lead to student success.2:30PM - 4:00PM Register HereAll in the Set Up Visual and Performing Arts|6-12| Modern Band TeachersThe session will focus on the set up, maintenance, and usage of all electronic systems for Modern Band - amps, mixers, PA systems with focused attention to microphones and sound mixing for live performances.*Note: This session will take place in-person at Molina High School12:30PM-4:00PM Register HereJanuary Professional Development DayBack to Table of Contents

Amplify for Grades 3-5 Reading Language Arts |3-5|TeachersTeachers will engage in a collaborative learning experience designed to help refine and improve their Amplify Texas Elementary Literacy Program / Lectoescritura en Español practices.*Note: 3rd-5th grade teachers will select their grade level session and time to attend.8:00AM - 11:30AM 12:30PM - 4:00PMRegister HereRegister HereAmplify for Grades 6-8 Reading Language Arts |6-8|TeachersParticipants will learn how to facilitate a close reading session to support key reading routines and promote academic discourse and the type of collaboration that drives analysis and deepens understanding.*Note: 6th-8th grade teachers will select their grade level session and time to attend.8:00AM - 11:30AM 12:30PM - 4:00PMRegister HereRegister HereAppropriate Responses in Moments of High Emotion and Physical ContactStudent Engagement |All Grade Levels |Teacher Assistants and Hall MonitorsParticipants will engage in de-escalation strategies and best practices for encounters with students.10:00AM - 11:30AM Register HereAssessment for Learning in MS Technology ApplicationsComputer Science & Technology |6-8| Technology Applications TeachersThis sessions helps MS Technology Applications teachers to use Learning.com Digital Literacy Assessments to monitor learning and strength instruction.2:30PM - 4:00PM Register HereJanuary Professional Development DayBack to Table of Contents

AVID Excel: Scholar GroupsAdvanced Academic Services |6-8|AVID Excel Site Team MembersThis series of sessions is for secondary AVID Excel site members who have completed the first-year training for implementation. Participants will learn to empower students through the 10 Steps of the AVID Excel Scholar Group Process to develop reading comprehension, text analysis, and language production skills.*Note: Participants must register for parts one and two of the AVID Excel: Scholar Groups training to earn credit. Sessions will take place in-person at Linus D. Wright Administration Building room 2028:00AM - 9:30AM (Part 1)10:00AM - 11:30AM (Part 2) Register HereAVID: College Spring TrainingAdvanced Academic Services |9-12|AVID: District Support Team, HS Administrators, HS Campus Coordinators & HS Elective TeachersThis session is for the AVID district-level support team, high school campus-level administrators, campus AVID Coordinators, and Elective teachers (CollegeSpring SAT Prep teachers). The session will provide an overview of College Spring programming roles and expectations10:00AM - 11:30AM Register HereBen E. Keith & Friends Showcase Career and Technical Education|6-12|CTE TeachersIn this session Culinary Arts instructors will be able to connect with various vendors from Ben E. Keith and learn how to enhance their cafe menus.*Note: This session will take place in-person at Emmett J. Conrad High School12:30PM - 4:00PM Register HereBenchmark Projects: MS Introduction to ProgrammingComputer Science & Technology |6-8| Technology Applications TeachersThis session supports teachers who lead students to learn the instructional standards of the MS Introduction to Programming course. Teachers will prepare to evaluate students' masteries of ProjectSTEM Unit 0.12:30PM - 2:00PM Register HereJanuary Professional Development DayBack to Table of Contents

Building a Language Lens: Strategies for Supporting Emergent Bilingual Learners Dual Language ESL |K-12| Teachers“Every teacher is a language teacher, every student is a language learner, and every classroom needs a language lens”, Sarah Ottow, author of ‘The Language Lens for Content Classrooms’. CBLI is an integrated approach to language instruction in which language is developed within the context of content delivery that is culturally and linguistically sustaining.8:00AM - 9:30AM Register HereBuilding Digital Citizens: Beginning MS Technology ApplicationsComputer Science and Technology|6-8| Technology Applications TeachersThe session supports teachers in preparing to lead students to learn TEKS TA6.5C and 5D from the Digital Citizenship strand for the Middle School Technology Applications course. Teachers will explore sample lessons with Schoology and commercial lessons from Learning.com and EVERFI: Ignition. Teachers will consider student work samples that can be evidence of learning mastery.8:00AM - 9:30AM Register HereCATCH Global Curriculum and MoreHealth and Physical Education |K-5|Physical Education TeachersLearn from the top CATCH trainers on how to implement curriculum and implement fun and educational activities for your students.*Note: These sessions are in-person at Jill Stone at Vickery Meadows. 10:00AM - 11:30AM2:30PM - 4:00PM Register HereChulaHoops? What is a ChulaHoop?Health and Physical Education |K-5|Physical Education TeachersStep into the 21st century with ChulaHoops USA. Every-Body Can Do It!!If you have never been able to hula hoop before, it was not your fault. It was the fault of the hoop. Teachers will be given the opportunity to learn how to integrate hula hooping into their classrooms.*Note: These sessions are in-person at Sam Tasby Middle School. 10:00AM - 11:30AM2:30PM - 4:00PMRegister HereJanuary Professional Development DayBack to Table of Contents

Classkick 101: Supporting All Learners with Classkick Professional & Digital Learning |K-12|TeachersGeared towards teachers who are new to Classkick, participants will explore how Classkick engages learners through real-time feedback, differentiation tools, and multimodal learning and can support students’ preparation for the STAAR exam. You will experience the platform as a student, then learn how to use Classkick to deliver instruction in a feedback-rich, student-centered classroom. Concludes with an overview of resources as well as plenty of time for Q&A!10:00AM - 11:30AM Register HereClasskick 201: Differentiated Instruction with Classkick Professional & Digital Learning |K-12|All TeachersPerfect for teachers who already have some experience with Classkick, this session will explore Classkick best practices and pro tips including how Classkick can support STAAR question types (multiple choice, hot text, drag and drop, etc). You will learn strategies to support differentiation, grading best practices, and dive deeper into Classkick through an interactive assignment workshop. Please bring your personal device and lesson materials to use during the workshop!2:30PM - 4:00PM Register HereCommunity Health Worker Certification withEmpowering the Masses Career and Technical Education |9-12|CTE TeachersIn this session Human Services teachers will have the opportunity to learn about Empowering the Masses and how their organization certifies and supports Community Health Workers.*Note: This session is in-person at H.B. Bell Building 8:00AM - 9:30AM Register HereConnecting the Grade Level Dots Mathematics|3-12|Math TeachersCome discover a way of using lead4ward resources to begin an on-grade level lesson using previous grade level learning.8:00AM - 9:30AM (3-5 Elementary)10:00AM - 11:30AM (6-12 Secondary) Register HereJanuary Professional Development DayBack to Table of Contents

Context Clues Strategies for Vocabulary Growth Professional & Digital Learning |3-5|Teachers When students know how to identify the hints found within a sentence, paragraph, or passage, they can use the clues to understand the meanings of new or unfamiliar words. This session will provide participants with tools and strategies to help students determine the meaning of new or unfamiliar words.10:00AM - 11:30AM2:30PM - 4:00PM Register HereCreating a Robust Library Program: Activities, Events, and InstructionLibrary Media Services |K-12|Library Media SpecialistsJoin us to develop a library program that responds to the needs/interest of your students and families. Learn how to plan and implement robust programming in your school library12:30PM - 2:00PM Register HereCreating and Maintaining a Balanced Campus Library CollectionLibrary Media Services |K-12|Library Media SpecialistsLearn the foundations of building and maintaining a balanced library collection. Session will involve real-time reports, collection analysis, and practical suggestions for immediate application. 10:00AM - 11:30AM Register HereCritical Thinking & Socialized Intelligence: Let's Talk About It Professional & Digital Learning |6-12|TeachersDiscussion-based learning promotes critical thinking by empowering students to take the lead in exploring complex and challenging issues. In this session, participants will learn instructional strategies to foster higher-order academic talk and dialogue in the classroom.10:00AM - 11:30AM2:30PM - 4:00PM Register HereJanuary Professional Development DayBack to Table of Contents

Cultivating a Growth Mindset for Newcomers Dual Language ESL |K-12|TeachersIn this session, teachers will focus on cultivating a growth mindset by providing comprehensible input to newcomer Emergent Bilingual (EB) students. Participants will be equipped with invaluable tools and tips to make their content area more accessible for all newcomers while giving them the opportunity to engage in all classroom activities, especially in listening, speaking, reading, and writing.12:30PM - 2:00PM Register HereCurrent Dating Violence Trends Health and Physical Education |6-12|Health TeachersTeachers will learn more about Dating Violence and Teen Violence in Dallas.*Note: This session is in-person at Emmett J. Conrad High School10:00AM - 11:30AM12:30PM - 2:00PM Register HereCurriculum: Quaver Ed Coaching Champions Part 2Health and Physical Education |K-5|Physical Education TeachersIf you liked part 1 you don't want to miss Part 2! Teachers will learn how to implement Quaver Ed software into their lesson plans, develop specified correlated lessons using a curriculum platform, and learn about options for customizing lessons to enhance instructional needs.8:00AM - 9:30AM12:30PM - 2:00PM Register HereDallas Drug Trends Health and Physical Education |6-12|Health TeachersThe Drug free-Recovery Council will share current drug trends among youth in the Dallas area and new trends with students who struggle with mind/mood altering drugs.*Note: This session is in-person at Emmett J. Conrad High School2:30PM - 4:00PM Register HereJanuary Professional Development DayBack to Table of Contents

Department of Dance MeetingVisual and Performing Arts |All Grade Levels|Dance and Drill Team TeacherReview dance calendar and events for the Spring semester.8:00AM - 9:30AM Register HereDialectical Behavior Therapy Visual and Performing Arts|PreK-6|Music TeachersThis session will reveal how cognitive behavioral therapy assists with identifying and changing negative thinking patterns and pushing for positive behavioral changes.10:00AM - 11:30AM12:30PM - 4:00PM Register HereJanuary Professional Development DayBack to Table of ContentsOne of the goals of education is not simply to ll students with facts and information but to help them learn how to learn.Zeretta L. HammondCulturally Responsive Teaching and The Brain

District Health Resources and Support Health and Physical Education|6-12|Health TeachersTeachers will receive guidance on when and how to utilize the districts Health Resources and the steps in connecting a student with resources within the Dallas ISD system.*Note: This in-person session will be held at Emmett J. Conrad High School8:00AM - 9:30AM Register HereDiving Deeper with Bulb PortfoliosProfessional & Digital Learning |3-12|Teachers, Library Media SpecialistYou and your students have already gotten started with your bulb portfolios - now what? Take your portfolio game to the next level! In this workshop, we will share best practices, dive deeper into bulb templates, and explore strategies for digital portfolio implementation that fit into your classroom workflow and put students in the driver's seat of their growth with bulb Digital Portfolios.12:30PM - 2:00PM Register HereDual Language 3-5 Explore STAAR Redesign Resources to Support EB Students Dual Language ESL |3-5|Dual Language Teachers3-5 Dual Language teachers will personalize curriculum resources to prepare Emergent Bilingual students for success with STAAR Redesign. We will highlight scaffolded resources to help teachers demonstrate students' progress in their reading abilities.10:00AM - 11:30AM Register HereDual Language K-5 Amplify Curriculum Dual Language ESL|K-5|Dual Language TeachersJoin SchoolKit as they present the second session in a series to provide professional learning on the Amplify curriculum. Sessions will be grade-level specific.8:00AM - 11:30AM12:30PM - 4:00PMRegister HereJanuary Professional Development DayBack to Table of Contents

DrumFit: The World’s Leading Cardio Drumming ProgramHealth and Physical Education |K-12|Physical Education TeachersDrumFIT enables a fun, active lifestyle for people of all ages and abilities. Teachers will learn how to implement DrumFIt into their classrooms.*Note: This in-person session will be held at Sam Tasby Middle School8:00AM - 9:30AM12:30PM - 2:00PMRegister HereeBooks + 24/7 Access = Always Engaged Readers! Library Media Services |All Grade Levels|TeachersDiscover the magic of eBooks! Learn how to connect eBooks to curriculum and engage students with high-interest books 24/7. Access thousands of high-quality, high interest books from your phone through Sora.10:00AM - 11:30AM Register HereECSE: Utilizing Assessment Data to Document Student AchievementSpecial Education |EC-K|Early Childhood Special Education TeachersIn this virtual session, participants will discuss why data needs to be collected, evaluated, and implemented through instruction and student interventions.10:00AM - 11:30AM Register HereElementary Art PLC Visual and Performing Arts |K-6|Visual Arts TeachersIn this PLC we will discuss Spring events, contest, and instructional resources.12:30PM - 2:00PM Register HereJanuary Professional Development DayBack to Table of Contents

Elementary GT: Services and Curriculum Update Advanced Academic Services |K-5|GT TeachersElementary G/T teachers will gather in their G/T Lead's classroom for professional learning facilitated by Advanced Academic Services. Topics will include equity in G/T services, upcoming deadlines and tasks, and district-selected spring TPSP units. Email confirmation of location to follow closer to January 6th. 10:00AM - 11:30AM Register HereElementary GT: Spring 2023 GT Lead Support Advanced Academic Services |K-5|GT TeachersIn this session, G/T Leads will support their teachers with equity in G/T services, upcoming deadlines and tasks, and district-selected spring TPSP units. This session will take place in G/T Lead Teachers' classrooms. Email confirmation of location to follow closer to January 6th. *Note: This in-person session will be held at various elementary schools.12:30PM - 2:00PM Register HereElementary Performances Visual and Performing Arts |6-8|Theatre TeachersThis will be a planning sessions to develop performance opportunities for Elementary Theatre.*Note: This in-person session will be held at Emmett J. Conrad High School8:00AM - 11:30AM Register HereElementary TEAM 2023 Visual and Performing Arts |K-5|Visual Arts TeachersThis session will prepare teachers for the Texas Elementary Art Meet (TEAM).8:00AM - 9:30AM Register HereJanuary Professional Development DayBack to Table of ContentsEmpowering Students Through Teacher Clarity Assessment for Learning|All|TeachersIn this session, we will recap the what and why of Learning Objectives and Success Criteria and dive deeper into ways we can utilize them to inform our teaching and empower students to own their learning.8:00AM - 9:30AM (Elementary)10:00AM - 11:30AM (Secondary)Register Here

ESL Certification Preparation Dual Language ESL |K-12|TeachersGet prepared for the TExES #154 ESL Supplemental Certification Exam. Participants will develop the core competencies needed to promote the success of Emergent Bilingual students. This hybrid session builds in the necessary collaboration and independent learning time to become a successfully certified educator of emergent bilingual students and learn how to teach content and language simultaneously.12:30PM - 4:00PM Register HereJanuary Professional Development DayExperience Dyslexia Dyslexia |K-12|TeachersIn this hands-on learning simulation, participants will experience some of the difficulties and frustrations of a student with the language-based learning disability, Dyslexia.8:00AM - 9:30AM Register HereExplore STAAR Redesign Resources to Support ESL Students Dual Language ESL |6-10|TeachersJoin this session for 6-10 ESL teachers to personalize curriculum resources and prepare Emergent Bilingual students for success with STAAR Redesign. We will highlight scaffolded resources to help teachers demonstrate students' progress in their reading and writing abilities. 10:00AM - 11:30AM Register HereFostering Relationships with StudentsProfessional & Digital Learning |All Grade Levels|Teachers Assistants and Hall MonitorsThis session will provide participants with a foundational understanding of restorative practices and strategies to build and sustain positive relationships that support an optimal learning environment. 12:30PM - 2:00PM Register HereBack to Table of Contents

Getting Started with Student Portfolios Professional & Digital Learning|3-12|TeachersHow do you leverage digital portfolios in your classroom to capture student growth, empower students to own their learning, and improve learning outcomes? This session will focus on strategies for digital portfolio implementation that enhance existing classroom practice and put students in the driver's seat of their growth with bulb Digital Portfolios.10:00AM - 11:30AM Register HereJanuary Professional Development DayBack to Table of ContentsHarmony SEL Third Edition: Explore SEL Programs & Practices Social and Emotional Learning |K-12|TeachersJoin us for a live session hosted by Harmony SEL. We will closely examine components of the Harmony SEL program to support implementation and student success. Harmony is excited to share the Third Edition, including the new Clubhouse Friends, Mindful Minutes, new unit themes, and stronger alignment to CASEL competencies.2:30PM - 4:00PM Register HereHMH Reading Language Arts|3-12|TeachersIn this session, participants will take a deep dive into HMH resources.8:00AM - 9:30AM (Elementary)10:00AM - 11:30AM (Middle)12:30PM - 2:00PM (High) Register HereHonors & AP: Writing Across the Advanced Curriculum (Part 3)Advanced Academic Services |6-12|Core Content Honors and Advanced Placement TeachersThroughout their lives, students must solve problems, analyze information, think critically, and communicate effectively. To develop these skills, writing must be taught and practiced across grade levels and disciplines. Join Advanced Academic Services for this continuation of work for best practices in teaching Honors and AP students to write well. *Note: This session is part three of a four-part series. Parts one and two were facilitated on October 7, 2022. Participants who complete all four parts will earn a six-hour G/T annual update.10:00AM - 11:30AM Register Here

In the Beginning Was the Word Visual and Performing Arts|6-12|Choral TeachersUsing the lyrics in choral music to inform the expressiveness and interpretation of the music, directors will focus on going beyond the notes and rhythms to develop a truly musical performance. Additionally, each director will bring a choral music piece he/she plans to teach in the Spring, applying these techniques in a real world scenario.*Note: This session will take place in-person at Pinkston High School.12:30PM - 4:00PM Register HereIncreasing Students’ Digital Practice with the New STAAR Item Types\ Professional & Digital Learning|3-12|TeachersLearn about digital tools and strategies to incorporate in lessons to increase students’ comfort level with digital tools for STAAR testing. (Beginner level digital skills) 8:00AM - 9:30AM12:30PM - 2:00PM Register HereHonors & AP: Writing Across the Advanced Curriculum (Part 4)Advanced Academic Services |6-12|Core Content Honors and Advanced Placement TeachersThroughout their lives, students must solve problems, analyze information, think critically, and communicate effectively. To develop these skills, writing must be taught and practiced across grade levels and disciplines. Join Advanced Academic Services for this continuation of work for best practices in teaching Honors and AP students to write well. This session will focus on vertically aligning expectations and outcomes to content-based rubrics.*Note: This session is part four of a four-part series. Participants must take parts one through three before taking part four. Parts one and two were facilitated on October 7, 2022. Participants who complete all four parts will earn a six-hour G/T annual update.12:30PM - 2:00PM Register HereJanuary Professional Development DayBack to Table of Contents

Introduction to Rolland TechniquesVisual & Performing Arts |5-12|Orchestra/ Strings DirectorsExplore and apply materials for small and large group learning that boosts technique and adds excitement to rehearsals.*Note: This session will take place in-person at Pinkston High School.12:30PM - 2:00PM Register HereJr. Vase /Vase 2023 Visual & Performing Arts|6-12|Visual ArtsThis session will prepare teachers for Jr. Vase and Vase.10:00AM - 11:30AM Register HereJROTC Curriculum & Instruction: Learning Objectives & Success Criteria JROTC |9-12|JROTC TeachersWe will conduct a crosswalk with all JROTC Instructors using US Army Cadet Command Approved Instruction, online instruction via SmartCadet, and www.CadetPortfolio.com. We will also have an open discussion on the best practices for Junior ROTC Program of Instructions (JPA) points.*Note: This session will take place in-person at the JROTC Department Building8:00AM - 11:30AM Register HereK-2 Amplify Curriculum Early Learning |K-2|TeachersJoin SchoolKit as they present the second session in a series to provide professional learning on the Amplify curriculum. Sessions will be grade-level specific.8:00AM - 11:30AM12:30PM - 4:00PM Register HereJanuary Professional Development DayBack to Table of Contents

K-2 Eureka Math Early Learning |K-2|TeachersJoin SchoolKit as they present the second session in a series to provide professional learning on the Eureka Math curriculum. Sessions will be grade-level specific.8:00AM - 11:30AM12:30PM - 4:00PM Register HereK-2 Utilizing DreamBox as an Instructional Tool in the Math Classroom Early Learning |K-2|TeachersIn this session, participants will learn how to utilize DreamBox lessons as a complement to math instruction in this hands-on workshop session. Explore strategies that promote discourse, collaboration, and critical thinking in the math classroom.10:00AM - 11:30AM2:30PM - 4:00PM Register HereLaunching Dual Language 2.0: Part 1 Dual Language ESL |PreK3-4|TeachersParticipants will learn how to utilize the 4+1 language domain icons as a tool to take student’s ownership of their learning. Teachers will also incorporate age-appropriate language and cultural objectives in the lesson design and delivery. Session will be conducted in Spanish and English.10:00AM - 11:30AM Register HereLaunching Dual Language 2.0: Part 2 Dual Language ESL |PreK3-4|TeachersParticipants will gain a deeper understanding of translanguage centers and their impact on emergent bilinguals’ language development. In addition, teachers will familiarize themselves with the Dual Language 2.0 essential components and how they can leverage content instruction. Session will be conducted in Spanish and English.12:30PM - 2:00PM Register HereJanuary Professional Development DayBack to Table of Contents

Launching ProjectSTEM: Introduction to Programming Computer Science and Technology |6-8|TeachersThis session supports teachers who have less than one year of experience teaching the ProjectSTEM curriculum for middle school Introduction to Programming.10:00AM - 11:30AM Register HereLead4ward's Think Along Plan Mathematics |3-12|TeachersTransform your daily spiral reviews/warmups to be more focused around the process of mathematics rather than the product.12:30PM - 2:00PM (Elementary)2:30PM - 4:00PM (Secondary) Register HereLeadership Cadet Corps Curriculum & Instruction:Learning Objectives & Success Criteria JROTC |6-8|TeachersWe will review and discuss the methodologies of the New LCC Academic Curriculum with the assistance of the New LCC Academic Curriculum Program Manager, our Guest Speaker and Facilitator. We will also reload, and test teacher laptops with the software needed to apply the teachings in the LCC Classrooms12:30PM - 4:00PM Register HereLearning New Ways to Use PFAHealth and Physical Education |6-12|Teachers and SubstitutesLearn how to run student reports and analyze student fitness data to send home to parents and to share with campus/district leaders.*Note: These sessions will take place in-person at Emmett J. Conrad High School.8:00AM - 9:30AM12:30PM - 2:00PM Register HereJanuary Professional Development DayBack to Table of Contents

Library Media Services QTR 3 Content Library Media Services|All Grade Levels|Library Media SpecialistsJoin PK-12 district librarians for an interactive session on our four standards of service-creating a culture of literacy, literacy instruction, innovation and inquiry, and family and community engagement.8:00AM - 9:30AM Register HereLighting Consoles and Programing Visual and Performing Arts|9-12|TheatreThis session will cover the basic use of a light-board and programing.*Note: This session will take place in-person at Emmett J. Conrad High School.12:30PM - 4:00PM Register HereM.A.D. World: Beginning MS Introduction to Robotics Computer Science and Technology |6-8|TeachersThis session supports teachers who have less than one year of experience teaching the MS Introduction to Robotics course. Teachers will build a Mechanical Advantage Device, calculate mechanical advantages, and explore ways which these concepts and skills are used in robotics design and building.*Note: This session will take place in-person at the H.B. Bell Building in Room 305.12:30PM - 2:00PM Register HereMaintaining a Strong Classroom Community Student Engagement|K-12|TeachersParticipants will learn engaging strategies that foster students' sense of belonging and strengthen classroom communities.12:30PM - 2:00PM Register HereJanuary Professional Development DayBack to Table of Contents

Making a Difference Working in LPS! Career and Technical Education |9-12|TeachersTeachers will explore the many roles and best practices of LPS Professionals, which impact economic and cultural awareness, to better connect with the community needs.*Note: This session will take place in-person at UNT Dallas Law School.10:00AM - 11:30AM Register HereMcGraw Hill Presents: Human Sexuality Instructional Resources for Grade 6 Science and Wellness|Grade 6|TeachersMcGraw Hill will be providing professional development over the Human Sexuality Instructional Resources that will be taught at the end of Quarter 4 in science. This session will review the lesson(s) and resources that are provided. District policy EHAA(LOCAL) mandates that all teachers receive training prior to implementing the unit.*Note: These sessions will take place in-person at H.B. Bell Building. 8:00AM - 9:30AM10:00AM - 11:30AM12:30PM - 2:00PM2:30PM - 4:00PM Register HereMcGraw Hill Presents: Human Sexuality Instruction & Resources in Biology Class Science and Wellness|Grade 9|TeachersMcGraw Hill will be providing professional development over the Human Sexuality Instructional Resources that will be taught at the end of Quarter 4 in science. This session will review the lesson(s) and resources that are provided. District policy EHAA(LOCAL) mandates that all teachers receive training prior to implementing the unit.*Note: These sessions will take place in-person at H.B. Bell Building.8:00AM - 9:30AM10:00AM - 11:30AM12:30PM - 2:00PM2:30PM - 4:00PM Register HereJanuary Professional Development DayBack to Table of Contents

Nearpod 101: Transforming Lessons to Actively Engage Learners Professional & Digital Learning|3-12|Library Media SpecialistsAre you new to Nearpod? If so, join us to discover how you can transform the typical slide deck or lesson into an interactive and engaging experience for learners.12:30PM - 2:00PM Register HereNext Steps: Using Achieve3000 Reading to Promote STAAR Success Reading Language Arts |6-8|Teachers and CoachesIn this session, participants will dig deeper into the Achieve3000 resource. Using student data, teachers will develop differentiated instructional paths for students to accelerate literacy growth and help prepare them for STAAR 2.08:00AM - 9:30AM2:30PM - 4:00PM Register HereNoRedInk Reading Language Arts|6-8| Teachers and CoachesLearn about NoRedInk Practice, which includes hundreds of interactive, mastery-based exercises to develop grammar and writing skills.10:00AM - 11:30AM Register HereOnline Portfolios in CTE Career and Technical Education|9-12|CTE TeachersCTE Teachers will engage with the Bulb platform and learn the impact of an online portfolio in the CTE classroom.8:00AM - 11:30AM Register HerePanorama Education Session: Understanding SEL Student Data Social and Emotional Learning|All Grade Levels|TeachersJoin us for a live session hosted by Panorama Education to support you as you navigate the Panorama platform and understand your campus data.10:00AM - 11:30AM Register HereJanuary Professional Development DayBack to Table of Contents

Path College Career 2 (Quarter 2) Career and Technical Education|6-8|CTE TeachersAll Path College Career 2 teachers that need training for their Spring launch of the course will learn how to use the curriculum and implement.*Note: This session will take place in-person at Townview Magnet Center10:00AM - 11:30AM Register HereJanuary Professional Development DayBack to Table of ContentsPE Technology 101: Part 1 Health and Physical Education |K-5|TeachersTeachers will learn how to integrate technology into their classroom and learn how to create their own teacher webpage using Google Site.8:00AM - 9:30AM Register HerePE Technology 101: Part 2 Health and Physical Education |K-5|TeachersTeachers will learn how to link documents and share information to students, parents and community.12:30PM - 2:00PM Register HerePhysical Fitness Assessment Assistance Health and Physical Education |K-5|TeachersIn this refresher course for data entry on the physical fitness assessment, teachers will learn how to run student reports using the IHT software.10:00AM - 11:30AM12:30PM - 2:00PM2:30PM - 4:00PM Register Here

PLTW Spring Update Career and Technical Information|6-12|CTE TeachersThis session is open to all Project Lead the Way teachers for an update on new features, review of EOC preparation for High School and opportunities to collaborate on ways to implement the program for Middle School teachers.*Note: This session will take place in-person at Townview Magnet Center12:30PM - 2:00PM Register HerePolicy and Compliance in World Language Classroom: How to Represent Yourself as a Professional and Ethical Teacher World Languages |6-12|World Language TeachersIn this session, new World Language teachers will learn about teacher etiquette, how to represent oneself professionally, and how to engage with various groups determining the acceptable factors of a teacher, both during and outside of school. This session will help teachers avoid issues that conflict with Policy and Compliance. This session will provide various scenarios to practice and reflect. Effective strategies and district resources will also be shared as well.*Note: These sessions will take place in-person at Townview Magnet CenterPart 1: 12:30PM - 2:00PMPart 2: 2:30PM - 4:00PMRegister HereJanuary Professional Development DayBack to Table of ContentsPowerful Engagement Strategies with Seesaw Early Learning |PreK-2|TeachersDiscover how to maximize student engagement in Seesaw by creating active learners, fostering exploration, and reshaping student thinking.10:00AM - 11:30AM Register HerePowering Up MTSS: Increasing Your Knowledge of the PowerSchool MTSS Intervention Module Multi-Tiered Systems of Support |K-12|TeachersDo you have questions about navigating the MTSS PowerSchool Interventions Module? In this session, participants will learn how to create an intervention plan, progress monitor an intervention plan, and close an intervention plan10:00AM - 11:30AM Register Here

PreK - 2nd: Engaging Activities for Building Math Competency Early Learning|PreK-2|TeachersThis interactive workshop will provide fun, engaging skill-based strategies focused on the foundational concepts of number sense, geometry, measurement, and more! The use of math read alouds will also be incorporated and not only will you briefly experience each activity, but you will walk away with all the necessary pieces to implement each game or activity with your students.12:30PM - 2:00PM2:30PM - 4:00PMRegister HerePreK: Patterns of Wonder Early Learning |PreK|TeachersPreK teachers will learn about the Patterns of Wonder and how to use these tools to support writing instruction.8:00AM - 9:30AM12:30PM - 2:00PMRegister HereJanuary Professional Development DayBack to Table of ContentsProblem Solving with Eureka Mathematics |3-5|TeachersParticipants will be actively engaged in the practice and implementation of the Concept Development in a Eureka Math lesson. Educators will practice the portions of the components. During this part of the lesson, students will engage in problem solving of concepts introduced in the lesson. 3 hour Session8:30AM - 11:30AM12:30PM - 3:30PMRegister HereProject READ Planning for Implementation for Current Cohorts Library Media Services|K-12|Cohort 1 & 2 Read LeadsREAD Leads will learn how to schedule, plan and tie zones into the curriculum. Hear from fellow librarians who have been successful and get some ideas for implementation2:30PM - 4:00PM Register Here

Put a 'Lil SPARK In Your PE Program Health and Physical Education|6-12|PE TeachersThis collaborative workshop will feature teacher sharing highlights, best practices, professional preparation techniques, innovative pedagogies, and rigorous teaching activities to ignite the SPARK in secondary PE classrooms!*Note: These sessions will take place in-person at Conrad High School.10:00AM - 11:30PM 2:30PM - 4:00PMRegister HereQ3 Curriculum Visual and Performing Arts|6-12|Dance TeachersReviewing MS and HS Q3 Curriculum.10:00AM - 11:30AM Register HereJanuary Professional Development DayBack to Table of ContentsQuaverEd Presents: Human Growth and Development Instructional Resources Science and Wellness|4-5|TeachersQuaverEd will be providing professional development over the Human Growth and Development Instructional Resources that will be taught at the end of Quarter 4 in science. This session will review the lesson(s) and resources that are provided. District policy EHAA(LOCAL) mandates that all teachers receive training prior to implementing the unit.*Note: These sessions will take place in-person at the Linus D. Wright Building.8:00AM - 9:30AM10:00AM - 11:30AM12:30PM - 2:00PM2:30PM - 4:00PMRegister HereRead 180 Reading Language Arts |6-12|Read 180 TeachersNow that you have worked with your students for a semester you have data. Now what? (Read 180 Teachers Only)*Note: This session will take place in-person at Spruce High School.8:00AM - 11:30AM Register Here

Rebuild/Rebrand/Recruit/Retain Visual and Performing Arts|9-12|Band DirectorsExplore a fresh approach to boosting participation and musicianship in your program.*Note: This session will take place in-person at Adamson High School.2:30PM - 4:00PM Register HereRehearsal Strategies: Tried and TrueVisual and Performing Arts|5-12|Orchestra/Strings DirectorsDiscuss and practice effective ensemble rehearsal strategies.*Note: This session will take place in-person at Adamson High School.2:30PM - 4:00PM Register HereJanuary Professional Development DayBack to Table of ContentsRehearsal Strategies: Tried and True Visual and Performing Arts |6-8| Band DirectorsDiscover the process of rehearsal planning and utilizing daily routines to enhance ensemble playing.*Note: This session will take place in-person at Adamson High School.12:30PM - 4:00PM Register HereReinforcing Reading Skills with Newsela - Spotlighting Student Data Reading Language Arts|9-12|Teachers and CoachesDive deep into the Reading Summary section of the Newsela Binder, the available data, and Newsela content and resources for teaching, reteaching, and reinforcing key reading skills. Leverage learning to plan data-driven instruction and learning experiences focused on essential reading skills, as you prepare your students for STAAR.8:00AM - 9:30AM2:30 PM - 4:00PMRegister Here

Back to Table of ContentsRhithm App Session: SEL Intervention Tools Social and Emotional Learning|All Grade Levels|TeachersJoin us to explore the digital wellbeing app Rhithm. We will dive deeper to analyze the data, understand the risk alert system, and utilize the platform as an intervention tool.12:30PM - 2:00PM Register HereJanuary Professional Development DaySchoology 101: Collaborating, Communicating, and Managing Content in Schoology Professional & Digital Learning |All Grade Levels|TeachersWhat to take a deeper dive into Schoology? Join us in exploring the collaboration and communication tools available in Schoology. This session will also feature strategies for managing and organizing content within Schoology.10:00AM - 11:30AM2:30PM - 4:00PMRegister HereSafety TrainingStudent Engagement |All Grade Levels |Teacher Assistants and Hall MonitorsThis session will provide attendees with a greater understanding of district safety protocols as it relates to the execution of their duties as campus hall monitor.2:30PM - 4:00PM Register HereSCR and ECR Reading Language Arts |3rd Grade|TeachersThis session focuses on understanding the ECR and SCR for RLA. This session will show leaders, coaches, and teachers how to unpack the rubric to guide quality instruction. The RLA department will review the PLC packages for both ECR and SCR in this session.10:00AM - 11:30AM2:30PM - 4:00PMRegister Here

Secondary Art PLC Visual and Performing Arts|6-8|Visual Arts TeachersIn this PLC we will discuss Spring events, contest, and instructional resources.2:30PM - 4:00PM Register HereSection 504 / Student Achievement: What's The Relationship? Section 504|All Grade Levels|TeachersParticipants will understand their role in the Section 504 process and the impact it has on student achievement.8:00AM - 9:30AM Register HereSEL and Mindfulness Visual and Performing Arts|PreK-6|Music TeachersThe session will focus on a hands-on approach to Social and Emotional Learning and Mindfulness in the elementary music classroom.8:00AM - 9:30AM12:30PM - 2:00PMRegister HereSelf-reflection and Feedback Human Capital Management|All Grade Levels|TeachersThis session will help teachers self-reflect on feedback received from evaluators in order to increase outcomes.10:00AM - 11:30AM Register HereSight Reading: Daily Routines to Build Individual Musicianship Visual and Performing Arts |9-12|Band DirectorsLoad your director toolbelt with strategies and drill to build individual reading and overall confidence in young musicians.*Note: This session will take place in-person at Adamson High School.12:30PM - 2:00PM Register HereJanuary Professional Development DayBack to Table of Contents

Social Studies: Vocabulary and Beyond Social Studies |6-8|Social Studies TeacherAre your students struggling with all the vocabulary required for your Social Studies course? Are YOU tired of using the same ole' strategies over and over? In this interactive session, participants will explore various ways to teach vocabulary in social studies including activities that improve reading and writing in social studies. Participants will have time to refine their practices as they share their classroom experiences and focus on using the essential terms and concepts through explicit instruction, visuals, talking, writing, and playing games.10:00AM - 11:30AM Register HereSpark! Creativity ShowcaseCareer and Technical Education & Visual and Performing Arts|2-12|CTE and Art TeachersCalling all creatives that teach STEM, Arts A/V or Fine Arts. Are you ready to explore and learn more about opportunities for your students to find inspiration, ideation and innovation? Come dressed to play. (Sneakers and jeans recommended.)*Note: This session will take place in-person at Spark.2:30PM - 4:00PM Register HereSTAAR 2.0 Resources and Practice Reading Language Arts |3-5|TeachersRaz Plus has many resources to support STAAR practice and prep. Many of these activities provide critical thinking, increased rigor, and making connections with different types of genres and texts. Come explore how Raz-Plus resources provide explicit lessons to guide rigorous, purposeful lessons and practice.10:00AM - 11:30AM2:30PM - 4:00PM Register HereSTAAR 2.0: What's New in Social Studies Assessment Social Studies|6-12|Social Studies TeachersParticipants will take a look at the new STAAR question types and consider shifts for classroom instruction and revisit strategies that will yield academic success.8:00AM - 9:30AM Register HereJanuary Professional Development DayBack to Table of Contents

Supporting Teaching and Learning with Always Available Premium Digital Resources Library Media Services|All Grade Levels|TeachersExplore classroom and digital resources that provide anytime, anywhere access for all educators, students, and students' immediate families in Dallas ISD.2:30PM - 4:00PM (Elementary)12:30PM - 2:00PM (Secondary)Register HereRegister HereTeacher Performance Rubric: Domain 1 Deep Dive Human Capital Management|All Grade Levels|TeachersThis session will provide a deep dive into Domain 1 (Planning) of the Teacher Performance Rubric through understanding the Key Skills and Actions for each indicator and understanding the expectations of Proficient. Participants will view and discuss the lens of Domain 1 through videos and activities.8:00AM - 9:30AM Register HereSuccess Criteria! If The Students Know, It Will Help Them Grow!Visual and Performing Arts|6-12|InstrumentalMusic DirectorsIn this session directors will practice strategies using aligned LO's and Success Criteria. Exemplar LO & SC's will be shared by teachers from across the district.10:00AM - 11:30AM Register HereSuccess Criteria! If The Students Know, It Will Help Them Grow!Visual and Performing Arts|5-6|Instrumental Music DirectorsIn this session directors will practice strategies using aligned LO's and Success Criteria. Exemplar LO & SC's will be shared by teachers from across the district.8:00AM - 9:30AM Register HereJanuary Professional Development DayBack to Table of Contents

Teacher Performance Rubric: Domain 2 Deep Dive Human Capital Management |All Grade Levels| TeachersThis session will provide a deep dive into Domain 2 (Instruction) of the Teacher Performance Rubric through understanding the Key Skills and Actions for each indicator and understanding the expectations of Proficient and how a Proficient Indicator moves to Mastery. Participants will view and discuss the lens of Domain 2 through videos and student work.10:00AM - 11:30AM Register HereTeacher Performance Rubric: Domain 4 Deep Dive Human Capital Management |All Grade Levels|TeachersThis session will provide a deep dive into Domain 4 (Professionalism) of the Teacher Performance Rubric through understanding the Key Skills and Actions for each indicator and understanding the expectations of Proficient. Participants will view and discuss the lens of Domain 4 through videos and activities.8:00AM - 9:30AM10:00AM - 11:30AMRegister HereTechnology for Second Language Acquisition Dual Language ESL|K-12|TeachersExplore a variety of technology resources and platforms to promote comprehension for Dually Identified students (emergent bilinguals who receive special education services). Dive into the benefits of technology to support academic growth and knowledge, and explore the benefits of interactive notebooks to stay engaged in a lesson, assist with note taking/retention of new knowledge, allow a space to gather new vocabulary, and develop new ideas and thoughts.10:00AM - 11:30AM Register HereTEI Systems Knowledge for Teachers, Part I Human Capital Management |All Grade Levels|TeachersSystems Knowledge Part 1 will explain how the Teacher Excellence Initiative evaluates teacher excellence through three lenses: student performance, student achievement, and student experience surveys.8:00AM - 9:30AM Register HereJanuary Professional Development DayBack to Table of Contents

The Willesden READS ProgramVisual & Performing Arts |PreK - 6 Grade| Elementary Music TeachersIt’s an unforgettable tale of resilience, survival, and hope. The Children of Willesden Lane is a true story of a teenage Jewish refugee who escaped the Holocaust, held on to her dreams, and inspired a generation of her contemporaries. Learn how to inspire students of all ages to grapple with tough topics like bigotry and hatred and empower them to be resilient and hold on to their own dreams. Books have been donated to all Dallas ISD elementary music classrooms. Instructors will receive classroom materials, teacher guides, instructional support, conceptualizing videos and resources. During Holocaust Remembrance Week 2023, students and educators will experience a live streamed event including a theatrical performance and concert based on the best-selling novel.2:30PM - 4:00PM Register HereJanuary Professional Development DayBack to Table of ContentsUIL Brainstorm Visual and Performing Arts|9-12|Theatre TeachersThis session will consist of updates and ideas for script cutting, character choices, and set choices prior to clinics.8:00AM - 9:30AM Register HereUnderstanding Disciplinary Literacy in the World Language Classroom World Languages|6-12|TeachersIn this session, World Language teachers will learn about what disciplinary literacy is, why it is important to understand it, and how it is applicable in World Language classrooms. Teachers in this session will also have a chance to participate and exchange how they practice disciplinary literacy in their classrooms and how they can plan to further their practices.*Note: This session will take place in-person at the H.B. Bell Building.Part 1: 8:00AM - 9:30AMPart 2: 10:00AM - 11:30AMRegister Here

Using Raz Plus to Support Intervention for K-2 Classrooms Early Learning |K-2|TeachersAre you planning for differentiated instruction? Are you searching for ways to address the needs of all your learners? In this session, learn how Raz Plus can be used to support your students in small group and learning centers.12:30PM - 2:00PM Register HereUsing Raz Plus ELL Edition in K-2 Classrooms Early Learning |K-2|TeachersThis session provides educators a deep dive into using the research-based resources that are included in Raz-Plus ELL Edition. Explore the resources and strategies to encourage curiosity about vocabulary, reading, and writing.8:00AM - 9:30AM Register HereJanuary Professional Development DayBack to Table of ContentsYouth Mental Health First AidMental Health Services |6-12|Teachers and Teacher AssistantsParticipants will learn how to help adolescents (ages 12-18) who are experiencing mental health, addiction, or crisis situation. The course introduces common mental health challenges youth may face and teaches adults how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders (including ADHD), and eating disorders. Two hours of pre-work are included with the session.8:00AM - 12:30PM Register Here

9400 N CENTRAL EXPRESSWAYDALLAS, TX 75231TEACHING & LEARNINGComputer Science@DallasISDSTEMwww.cs4dallas.orgDirector: Jeff MarxACADEMIC ENRICHMENT & SUPPORTHealth and Physical Education@DISD_HPEbit.ly/DISD_HPEDirector: Barbara JohnsonJROTC@IsdJrotcdallasisd.org/jrotcDirector: Frederick HollandVisual and Performing Arts@dallasisdvpabit.ly/DISDVPAInterim Executive Director: Monica HayslipSTAY CONNECTEDClick here to view the spring sessions offered by the department.

9400 N CENTRAL EXPRESSWAYDALLAS, TX 75231TEACHING & LEARNINGDUAL LANGUAGE ESLDual Language@duallanguagedallasisd.org/duallanguageDirector: Amanda ClymerEnglish as a Second Language (ESL)@dallasISDBilEsldallasisd.org/duallanguageseslDirector: Amanda ClymerInternational Welcome Center@DISDNewWelcomebit.ly/internationalwelcomecenterDirector: Amanda ClymerSTAY CONNECTED92Click here to view the spring sessions offered by the department.

9400 N CENTRAL EXPRESSWAYDALLAS, TX 75231TEACHING & LEARNINGHIPPY@DALLASHIPPY1Director: Kriston Jackson-JonesEARLY LEARNINGInstructional Strategy@icanreaddallaswww.prekdallas.org Director: Dr. Deborah Murillo Reading Academy@READBIGDallashttps://www.dallasisd.org/readingacademies Director: Dr. Deborah Murillo STAY CONNECTEDClick here to view the spring sessions offered by the department.

9400 N CENTRAL EXPRESSWAYDALLAS, TX 75231TEACHING & LEARNINGENGAGEMENT SERVICESSTAY CONNECTEDAdvanced Academic Services@AASDISDdallasisd.org/Domain/105Director: Mitch MorkenSocial and Emotional Learning@dallasisdseldallasisd.org/selExecutive Director: Juany Gaytan94Click here to view the spring sessions offered by the department.

9400 N CENTRAL EXPRESSWAYDALLAS, TX 75231TEACHING & LEARNINGAssessment for Learning@afl_dallasbit.ly/AFL_dallasExecutive Director: Arlena Gaynor LANGUAGE, LITERACY AND SOCIAL STUDIESLibrary Media Service@DISD_Librariesdallasisd.org/librarymediaservicesExecutive Director: Arlena Gaynor Reading Language Arts@DallasReadsbit.ly/DISD_RLADirector: Melanie SangalliSocial Studies@DISDSocsTUDdallasisd.org/socialstudiesDirector: Shalon BondWorld Languages@DISDWorldLangsdallasisd.org/Domain/114Director: Amy Anderton95Click here to view the spring sessions offered by the department.

9400 N CENTRAL EXPRESSWAYDALLAS, TX 75231TEACHING & LEARNINGPROFESSIONAL & DIGITAL LEARNINGSTAY CONNECTEDProfessional Learning@PDL_DallasISDdallasisd.org/pdlDirector: Jennifer SalleeDigital Citizenshipbit.ly/DallasISDDigitalLearningInspirEDbit.ly/Get_inspirEDRead Aloud Project@ReadAoudDISDbit.ly/DallasISDRAP96Click here to view the spring sessions offered by the department.New Teacher & Mentor Supportbit.ly/DallasISDPDLMentor_Mentee

SPECIAL SERVICESDyslexiabit.ly/DISDdyslexiaDirector: Veronica AllenMulti-Tiered Systems of Support@dallasISDMTSSdallasisd.org/mtssDirector: Miranda MaddenSection 504bit.ly/DISD504Director: Veronica AllenSpecial Education@DISDSPEDdallasisd.org/SpecialServicesExecutive Director: Michelle BrownExecutive Director: Dr. Anabel Meyer9400 N CENTRAL EXPRESSWAYDALLAS, TX 75231TEACHING & LEARNINGSTAY CONNECTEDClick here to view the spring sessions offered by the department.

9400 N CENTRAL EXPRESSWAYDALLAS, TX 75231TEACHING & LEARNINGStrategic InitiativesSTAY CONNECTEDCareer and Technical Education@CTEinDallasISDbit.ly/DallasCTEDirector: Richard Grimsley98Click here to view the spring sessions offered by the department.

9400 N CENTRAL EXPRESSWAYDALLAS, TX 75231TEACHING & LEARNINGSTEMMathematics@disdstemmathbit.ly/dallasisdmathDirector: Stej Sanchez Science@disdstemsciencebit.ly/scienceandwellnessDirector: Jenny Christian99Click here to view the spring sessions offered by the department.

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