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Board of Trustees MissionVisionDistrict Direction Student Outcome Goals District Goals Professional Learning OpportunitiesJanuary 6, 2025 Professional Learning DayFebruary 17, 2025 Professional Learning Day

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January 6 - Professional Learning DayBack to Table of Content Page½ Teacher Work Day and ½ Teacher Professional Learning DayTeachers will engage in a half-day of work and a half-day dedicated to professional learning.Each department has developed 90-minute asynchronous Professional Learning Community (PLC) packet(s).Teachers can access and begin sessions by selecting their desired course, organized by grade level and content area.Computer Science & TechnologyCS&T Gr 6 - 8, Understanding by DesignDual Language/ESLDL K-2 RLA PLC Packet (Spanish)DL 3-5 RLA PLC Packet (Spanish)ESL 6-10 PLC Package: Empowering EBs: Active Reading, Differentiating ECRs, and Building OracyEarly Childhood (PreK)Reconnecting with Our School Family● Resource: PreK PLC Resources● Resource: SEL Learning and Read-Alouds Work Slide DeckHealth & Physical EducationSpring 2025: Mastering PE: Learning Goals, Success Criteria, and Demonstration of LearningSpring 2025: Mastering Health-Learning Goals, Success Criteria, and Demonstration of Learning

January 6 - Professional Learning Day cont.Back to Table of Content PageJROTC (virtual) Click on title to register.JROTC Mission Analysis STEM Hybrid JCLC Virtual 8:00AM - 12:00PMJPA 2025 Inspection Procedures and Updates Virtual 8:00AM - 12:00PMLibrary ServicesSpring 2025 Collection Development: Library Materials Selection CriteriaMathematicsElementary K-5 Math PLC Packet 2025 High School Math PLC Packet 2025Middle School Math PLC Packet 2025Reading Language ArtsK-2 RLA PLC Packet 6-8 RLA PLC Packet3-5 RLA PLC Packet 9-12 RLA PLC PacketScienceSci. K-12 PLC PacketSocial StudiesSS 6-8 PLC Packet SS 9-12 PLC PacketSpecial EducationPreK-12 Case Management Systems (CMS) Training - Special Education

January 6 - Professional Learning Day cont.Back to Table of Content PageVisual and Performing Arts (virtual & in-person) Click on title to register.PK-5 VPA Jan 6 Elementary PACE Virtual 8:00AM - 9:00AM1:00PM - 2:00PMK-5 VPA JAN 6 TEAM"ing Up For Elementary Art Virtual 10:00AM - 11:00AMPK-6 VPA JAN 6 Getting Started Again With QuaverVirtual 9:00AM - 10:00AMPK-6 VPA JAN 6 What's New With Q? Virtual 10:00AM - 11:00AM6-12 VPA JAN 6: Empowering Arts Edu Sec Band/Orch/DanceIn- Person 9:00AM - 10:00AM 1:00PM - 2:00PM6-12 VPA JAN 6: Empowering Arts Edu Sec ChoirIn- Person 9:00AM - 10:00AM 1:00PM - 2:00PM6-12 VPA JAN 6: Mastering Competitive Perf Sec Band/Orchestra/DanceIn- Person 10:30AM - 12:00PM2:30PM - 4:00PM6-12 VPA JAN 6: Mastering Competitive Perf Sec ChoirIn- Person 10:30AM - 12:00PM2:30PM - 4:00PM6-12 VPA Jan 6 Digital Theatre + Virtual 8:00AM - 9:00AM3:00PM - 4:00PM6-12 VPA Jan 6 Virtual Private Music Lessons Virtual 8:30AM - 9:30AM6-8 VPA Jan 6 Countdown to JR. VASE 2025: Ready, Set, CreateVirtual 11:00AM - 12:00PM9-12 VPA Jan 6 Broadway Dallas Dallas ISD Day CurriculumIn-Person 9:00AM-12:00PM1:00PM - 4:00PM9-12 VPA Jan 6 Springing Ahead: Guiding AP StudioVirtual 9:00AM - 10:00AM

January 6 - Professional Learning Day cont.Back to Table of Content PageWorld LanguagesLearning Goal, Success Criteria & Demonstration of Learning in the Novice Proficiency LevelLearning Goal, Success Criteria & Demonstration of Learning in the Intermediate Proficiency LevelLearning Goal, Success Criteria & Demonstration of Learning in the Advanced Proficiency LevelP.A.C.E. in the World Languages classroom● Resource: WL Resources

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February 17 - Professional Learning Day(Summer Day 2 Flex-Day Initiative)Teachers (PreK-Grade 12), librarians, nurses, and reset coordinators who attend Day 2 content training (Maximizing Success Through Conceptual Understanding) are eligible to flex the workday on February 17, 2025. Please see your campus administrator regarding your status. The February 17, Professional Learning Day website will be accessible on February 3, 2025.Core content (reading language arts, math, science and social studies) trainings will take place on campus. Non-core content trainings are as follows:Department Delivery Method LocationAdvanced Academic ServicesIn-Person (AP Teachers)Townview Magnet CenterAP Social Studies, GT and AVID teachers will attend core content training on your campusCareer and Technical EducationVirtualComputer Science & Technology In-Person H. B. Bell Building, Room 708Dyslexia In-Person NCX 9400, Rooms 205, 207/208Health Services (Nurses) Asynchronous (access Google folder for training instructions)Health & Physical Education In-PersonTownview Magnet CenterJROTC VirtualLibrary Media ServicesIn-PersonH. B. Bell Building, Room 700Special EducationInclusion teachers will attend core contend training on your campus.In-PersonADL/FLS/TC Teachers - Garcia MSIn-PersonECSE Teachers - Stevens Park ESIn-PersonWIN/Redirection - Kleberg ESVisual & Performing Arts In-Person Conrad High SchoolWorld Languages In-PersonTownview Magnet CenterBack to Table of Content PageClick on the department name to register for the session.

Advanced Academic ServicesBack to Table of Content PageTitle: AP Mock ReadingType: In-PersonDate: March 29, 2025Audience: Advanced Placement Teachers | 9-12 Grade A full-day, in-person event with an immersive focus on scoring student free response questions, examining multiple choice data, and effectively analyzing all student data to create more responsive, adaptive and effective classroom instruction8:30AM - 4:00PM Register Here

Computer Science & TechnologyBack to Table of Content PageTitle: MS Tech Apps Monthly PLType: Virtual Date: January 13, 2025; February 3, 2025, March 3, 2025 and April 7, 2024Audience: MS Technology Applications Teachers | 6-8 Grade The professional learning is offered to teachers of the MS Technology Applications course, Grade 6 - 8. The session will address current subject topics and Academic Services initiatives and updates.4:15PM - 5:45PM Register HereTitle: MS Programming Monthly PLType: Virtual Date: January 21, 2025; February 11, 2025, March 11, 2025 and April 15, 2024Audience: MS Intro to Programming Teachers | 6-8 Grade The professional learning is offered to teachers of the MS Intro to Programming course, Grade 6 - 8. The session will address current subject topics and Academic Services initiatives and updates.4:15PM - 5:45PM Register HereTitle: MS Robotics Monthly PLType: Virtual Date: January 29, 2025; February 19, 2025, March 19, 2025 and April 23, 2024Audience: MS Intro to Robotics Teachers | 6-8 Grade The professional learning is offered to teachers of the MS Robotics, Grade 6 - 8. The session will address current subject topics and Academic Services initiatives and updates.4:15PM - 5:45PM Register Here

Dual Language ESLBack to Table of Content PageTitle: Using Context to Build ComprehensionType: Virtual Date: February 1, 2025Audience: All Teachers | PreK-12 Grade In this session you will learn to implement best practices for focusing on academic vocabulary and how to explicitly teach the language of your content. By the end of the session you will be able to explain how differentiated engagement strategies are important for EB achievement.9:00AM - 10:30AM Register HereTitle: Cultivating Bilingualism and Biliteracy Through Effective Literacy Instruction and Cross-Linguistic ConnectionsType: Virtual Date: February 17, 2025Audience: Dual Language Teachers | PreK-12 Grade Cultivating bilingualism and biliteracy involves a holistic approach considering language acquisition, literacy development, cultural understanding, and meaningful language use. Learn how to support Emerging Bilingual students in becoming bilingual and biliterate by implementing effective literacy instruction, scaffolding, and making cross-linguistic connections. This session will be conducted in Spanish and English.1:00PM - 2:30PM Register HereTitle: DL 2.0 Academy: Content WallsType: Virtual Date: February 17, 2025Audience: Dual Language Teachers | PreK-1 Grade The Dual Language 2.0 academy is designed to enhance your instructional best practices and explore some of the essential components of the DL 2.0 program in PreK-1st grade. This session will focus on Content Walls. This session will be conducted in Spanish and English. 11:00AM - 12:00PM Register Here

Evaluation and AssessmentBack to Table of Content PageTitle: DAN: Creating Technology Enhanced ItemsType: AsynchronousDate: August 12, 2024 - June 30, 2025Audience: Teachers, Coordinators, Administrators | 2-12 Grade Ever look at a multiple-choice question and think…this could be an awesome drag & drop? Do your students need more practice with the STAAR TE Items? Create your own technology-enhanced questions to take what you already know about creating DAN assessments to the next level. In this 4-hour course, you will understand how to complete the creation steps common to all items, learn about the different item types offered in DAN, select 3 specific items you want to create based on your needs, and learn how to create your 3 chosen items.Register HereTitle: DAN: How to Create AssessmentsType: AsynchronousDate: August 12, 2024 - June 30, 2025Audience: Teachers, Coordinators, Administrators | 2-12 Grade Ready to learn how to create DAN assessments? Gain the knowledge to create an Answer Key Only assessment using your assessment. In addition, learn about the items available to you using district item banks so you can simply choose which items you want to populate your test. This session will focus on the basics of creating an AKO and item bank assessment including recommended settings. Register Here

Evaluation and Assessment cont.Back to Table of Content PageTitle: DAN: Platform BasicsType: AsynchronousDate: August 12, 2024 - June 30, 2025Audience: Teachers, Coordinators, Administrators | 2-12 Grade Dallas Assessment Navigator or otherwise known as DAN is used by DallasISD for student online assessment, the DAN platform makes assessments and results used for data analysis readily available to you. Get an overview of how this platform can save you time and energy in the classroom and in data analysis. We will cover the basics including, how to administer an already created test, how to view test results and student history, and how to ensure that your students receive online testing accommodations.Register HereTitle: DAN: Student PortalType: AsynchronousDate: August 12, 2024 - June 30, 2025Audience: Teachers, Coordinators, Administrators | 2-12 Grade Master how to best use DAN to support instruction and learning in your classroom. Learn how to leverage specific tools and features for the ultimate DAN student experience. From the student portal, check out the launchpad basics or customizing flipcards. Next, practice item bank assessment navigation and how students complete a score review. Lastly, explore the student history report for a digital data portfolio of academic achievement!Register Here

Health & Physical EducationBack to Table of Content PageTitle: SPARK Aerobic PDType: In-PersonDate: January 13, 2025 and January 15, 2025Audience: Teachers | K-6 Grade Sports, Physical Activity, Recreation for Kids. Aerobic activity professional development.5:30PM - 6:30PM Register HereTitle: PACE: Reading in Health and Physical EducationType: In-Person Date: February 3, 2025 and February 5, 2025Audience: Health and Physical Education Teachers | K-12 Grade This session will explore innovative methods to enhance students' reading comprehension, promote literacy, and support cross-curricular learning. Learn practical techniques and tools to foster a love of reading while aligning with district goals to strengthen literacy across all content areas, from within the Health & PE classrooms.5:30PM - 6:30PM Register HereTitle: SPARK Volleyball PDType: In-PersonDate: February 11, 2025 and February 12, 2025Audience: Teachers | K-6 Grade Sports, Physical Activity, Recreation for Kids. Volleyball activity professional development.5:30PM - 6:30PM Register Here

Health & Physical Education cont.Back to Table of Content PageTitle: Stop the BleedType: In-PersonDate: March 5, 2025Audience: Secondary Health Teachers | 6-12 Grade This course will show participants how to recognize life-threatening bleeding, apply direct pressure to wounds, pack a wound, apply a tourniquet, and serve as an eye and ear to help emergency medical services arrive.5:30PM - 6:30PM Register HereTitle: SPARK Track and Field PDType: In-Person Date: March 18, 2025 and March 19, 2025Audience: Teachers | K-6 Grade Sports, Physical Activity, Recreation for Kids. Track and field activity professional development.5:30PM - 6:30PM Register HereTitle: SPARK Soccer PDType: In-PersonDate: April 22, 2025 and April 23, 2025Audience: Teachers | K-6 Grade Sports, Physical Activity, Recreation for Kids. Soccer activity professional development.5:30PM - 6:30PM Register Here

Health ServicesBack to Table of Content PageTitle: Management of Acute and Chronic ConditionsType: In-PersonDate: January 6, 2025Audience: Secondary Nurses | 6-12 Grades Managing acute and chronic conditions in a school setting is a critical responsibility of school nurses and health staff. Effective management ensures that students can participate fully in their education while maintaining their health and safety.8:00AM - 3:00PM Register HereA good teacher isn’t someone who gives the answers out to their kids but is understanding of needs and challenges and gives tools to help other people succeed. — Justin Trudeau

Human Capital Management: Performance ManagementBack to Table of Content PageTitle: Teacher Guidance for EvaluationsType: In-PersonDate: January 7, 2025 and February 6, 2025Audience: All Teachers | All Grades During this session, participants will gain guidance as it relates to evaluations to assist in continued professional growth.5:00PM - 6:30PM Register HereTitle: DTR Informational SessionType: Virtual Date: January 23, 2025Audience: Teachers new to DTR Process | All Grades The DTR Application Informational Workshop provides an in-depth review of the 2024-2025 DTR Rubric and provides teachers with an opportunity to begin a draft of their DTR Application. 5:00PM - 7:00PM Register HereTitle: DTR Writing Workshop, Part 1Type: In-Person and Virtual Date: January 28, 2025; February 5, 2025; February 10, 2025; February 18, 2025 and February 24, 2025Audience: Any Teacher Applying for DTR | All Grades This workshop details how to be successful in writing a DTR application. Participants will deep dive into the DTR Rubric and analyze application samples for understanding how to write a successful application. 5:00PM - 7:00PM (1/28 In-Person)5:00PM - 7:00PM (Virtual)Register HereRegister Here

Human Capital Management: Performance Management cont.Back to Table of Content PageTitle: DTR Writing Workshop, Part 2Type: In-PersonDate: February 6, 2025Audience: Any Teacher Applying for DTR | All Grades This workshop takes participants through writing a draft of their DTR Application. Each participant will write one experience for each domain: Leadership, Lifelong Learning, and Contributions to the Profession. Participants will collaborate on drafts and revisions with the support of TEI and/or DTR Ambassadors.5:00PM - 7:00PM Register HereTitle: Systems Knowledge for Teachers - Part 1Type: Virtual Date: February 6, 2025Audience: All Teachers | All Grades This session will dive into the three components of teachers' evaluation: Teacher Performance, Student Achievement, and the Student Experience Survey.5:00PM - 7:00PM Register HereTitle: Systems Knowledge for Teachers - Part 2Type: Virtual Date: February 11, 2025Audience: All Teachers | All GradesThis session will dive into the SLO, DTR and TEI Systems.5:00PM - 7:00PM Register Here

Human Capital Management: Performance Management cont.Back to Table of Content PageTitle: TEI Crucial ConversationsType: In-PersonDate: February 17, 2025Audience: All Teachers and Campus Administrators | All Grades This presentation on "Crucial Conversations" will equip leaders with the skills to navigate high-stakes discussions with confidence and clarity.9:00AM - 12:00PM Register Here“A good education can change anyone. A good teacher can change everything!”

Junior Reserve Officers' Training CorpsBack to Table of Content PageTitle: New JPA 2025-2026 Inspection Sheet and 2025 JROTC JCLC STEM Hybrid Mission Analysis OverviewType: Virtual Date: January xx, 2025Audience: JROTC Instructors & LCC Instructors | 7-12 Grade In this session you will review and conduct a crosswalk with the New 2025 JPA Inspection Guidance: This is a comprehensive evaluation of a JROTC unit conducted by a designated Army officer to assess the unit's performance across various aspects like leadership, academics, training, discipline, and community service. We will also conduct a mission analysis update on JCLC STEM Hybrid Summer Camp and STEMWorks II Cadet Missions ISO JCLC 2025.8:00AM - 12:00PM Register Here

Library and Media ServicesBack to Table of Content PageTitle: eBooks+ PAC + 24/7 Access = Always Engaged Readers!Type: Virtual Date: January 16, 2025Audience: Teachers and Librarians | PreK-12 GradesDiscover the impact of eBooks and leverage the power of the PAC! Learn how to connect eBooks to curriculum and engage students with high-interest books 24/7.4:30PM - 5:30PM Register HereTitle: Getting Started with Khanmigo: Your AI-Powered Learning AssistantType: Virtual Date: January 23, 2025Audience: Teachers and Librarians | PreK-12 GradesThis introductory session is designed to help you unlock the full potential of Khanmigo, Khan Academy’s AI-powered learning assistant. Join us for an overview of how Khanmigo works, its key features, and how it can enhance personalized learning experiences. No prior experience is required—just curiosity and a desire to learn! 4:30PM - 5:30PM Register HereTitle: Boost Student Success with Learning ExpressType: Virtual Date: January 29, 2025Audience: Teachers and Librarians | PreK-12 Grades This session will explore two powerful online resources, Learning Express Library and Khan Academy, that provide comprehensive learning tools and support for students of all ages. Discover how to use these platforms to enhance academic skills, prepare for college and career success, and address individual learning needs. 4:30PM - 5:30PM Register Here

Library and Media Services cont.Back to Table of Content PageTitle: Learn360 the Ultimate K-12 Streaming Video ResourceType: Virtual Date: February 4, 2025Audience: Teachers and Librarians | PreK-12 Grades Learn360 provides unlimited access to fun educational media that students, educators, and parents can use all year long.4:30PM - 5:30PM Register HereTitle: Canva for Educators: Level Up Your VisualsType: Virtual Date: February 12, 2025Audience: Teachers and Librarians | PreK-12 Grades Go beyond the basics in this Canva workshop designed for librarians and teachers. We'll explore advanced features like creating interactive workbooks, designing engaging presentations, and producing eye-catching social media content to enhance learning and communication. 4:30PM - 5:30PM Register HereTitle: Britannica & World Book: Your K-12 eLearning Resources Type: Virtual Date: March 4, 2025Audience: Teachers and Librarians | PreK-12 Grades Britannica and World Book seamlessly integrate into your daily teaching routine, freeing you to focus on what truly matters: teaching.4:30PM - 5:30PM Register Here

Library and Media Services cont.Back to Table of Content PageTitle: Unlocking Inquiry: Gale Resources for Social Studies & ScienceType: Virtual Date: March 26, 2025Audience: Teachers and Librarians | PreK-12 Grades Dive into the rich primary source materials and interactive learning tools available in Gale's Social Studies and Science databases. This session will equip librarians and teachers with strategies for engaging students in research, critical thinking, and project-based learning across disciplines.4:30PM - 5:30PM Register Here

Multi-Tiered Systems of SupportBack to Table of Content PageTitle: SPR25 Student Support Team (SST) Chair In-Person TrainingType: In-PersonDate: January 8, 2025Audience: SST Chairs | K-12 Grade SST chairs will learn how to support their campus with implementing the MTSS Framework to have a strong SST. Only one representative per campus may attend the training session.8:30AM - 10:30AM11:00AM - 1:00PM2:00PM - 4:00PM Register HereTitle: Documenting Interventions in PowerSchoolType: Virtual Date: January 14, 2025; January 23, 2025; February 6, 2025 and March 20, 2025Audience: All Staff | K-12 Grade Participants will learn how to level up creating interventions in PowerSchool Analytics & Insights. 4:30PM - 5:45PM (1/14)3:45PM - 5:00PMRegister HereTitle: FEB17 Documenting Interventions in PowerSchoolType: In-Person Date: February 17, 2025Audience: All Staff | K-12 Grade Participants will learn how to level up creating interventions in PowerSchool Analytics & Insights. This will be an in person training. Bring your charged device to access all training material. 9:00AM - 11:00AM1:00PM - 3:00PM Register Here

Multi-Tiered Systems of Support cont.Back to Table of Content PageTitle: Documenting Interventions in PowerSchoolType: Virtual Date: April 1, 2025 and May 8, 2025Audience: All Staff | K-12 Grade Participants will learn how to level up creating interventions in PowerSchool Analytics & Insights. This training will also go over how to close an intervention plan.4:30PM - 5:45PM (4/1)3:45PM - 5:00PMRegister Here

Social StudiesBack to Table of Content PageTitle: Grade 6 World Cultures: PEGS AliveType: In-Person Date: February 22, 2025Audience: Social Studies Teachers | Grade 6During this session, teachers will deepen their understanding of historical content and practice skills connected to PEGS. Activity-based, hands-on learning will be the center of this practice. Teachers will engage in specific activities to support critical thinking skills while analyzing political, economic, geographic, and social elements that impacted regions around the world. Join us in enhancing content knowledge and pedagogical practices that inspire our students to experience World Cultures.8:30AM - 12:30PM Register HereTitle: Grade 7 Texas History: Texas Round-upType: In-PersonDate: February 22, 2025Audience: Social Studies Teachers | Grade 7During this session, teachers will deepen their understanding and instructional practices of historical content by engaging in a collaborative and purposeful adult learning space. Participants will use strategies that connect historical content with critical thinking skills and explore tools for analyzing primary sources.8:30AM - 12:30PM Register HereTitle: Grade 8 U.S. Studies: Spiral to Mastery 2.0Type: In-PersonDate: March 1, 2025Audience: Social Studies Teachers | Grade 8During this session, teachers will deepen their practice and understanding of historical content by engaging in a collaborative and purposeful adult learning space. Together, we will connect content standards across eras with critical thinking skills. Join us in enhancing pedagogical practices that inspire our students to think critically about the past.8:30AM - 12:30PM Register Here

Social Studies cont.Back to Table of Content PageTitle: Grade 11 U.S. Studies: Spiral to Mastery 2.0Type: In-Person Date: March 1, 2025Audience: Social Studies Teachers | Grade 11During this session, teachers will deepen their practice and understanding of historical content by engaging in a collaborative and purposeful adult learning space. Together, we will connect content standards across eras with critical thinking skills. Join us in enhancing pedagogical practices that inspire our students to think critically about the past.8:30AM - 12:30PM Register Here

Special Education: ECSEBack to Table of Content PageTitle: Creating an ECSE Class ScheduleType: AsynchronousDate: January 8, 2025 - May 30, 2025Audience: ECSE Teachers and PK Collaborative Staff | PreK - K Grade In this virtual session, participants will learn how to create a master class schedule. When creating a class schedule, teachers should consider grade-level expectations, rotation schedules, student groupings and more to implement structured and efficient instructional time throughout the day.Register HereTitle: Developing Self-Care Skills for Children with DisabilitiesType: AsynchronousDate: January 8, 2025 - May 30, 2025Audience: ECSE Teachers and PK Collaborative Staff | PreK - K Grade Participants will learn different evidenced-based strategies to support and promote student independence in self-care skills. Register HereTitle: Supporting Students in the Early Childhood Special Education Collaborative ClassroomType: AsynchronousDate: January 8, 2025 - May 30, 2025Audience: ECSE Teachers and PK Collaborative Staff | PreK - K Grade Participants will learn about classroom structure and the recommended usage of the 6 co-teaching practices throughout the day to support the diverse learners’ needs in the ECSE collaborative classrooms.Register Here

Special Education: Specialized ProgramsBack to Table of Content PageTitle: OT/PT Strategies for Everyday Instruction in Specialized ClassroomsType: In-PersonDate: January 11, 2025 and January 16, 2025Audience: ADL, FLS, and TC Teachers | K-12 Grade Dallas ISD OTs and PTs will lead this session to provide strategies for teachers to use in Specialized Programs to assist students with motor and sensory development.8:30AM - 11:30AM (1/11)4:30PM - 7:30PM (1/16) Register HereTitle: Everything You Need to Know to Structure Your Specialized ClassroomType: In-Person Date: January 21, 2025Audience: ADL, FLS, and TC Teachers | K-12 Grade Specialized Programs, ADL/FLS/TC, teachers will learn the program expectations for setting up a structured classroom. 4:30PM - 7:30PM Register HereTitle: Communication TrainingType: In-Person Date: January 28, 2025 and February 18, 2025Audience: ADL, FLS, and TC Teachers | K-12 Grade Participants will gain skills to implement functional communication training and strategies in specialized classrooms: ADL/FLS/TC. 4:30PM - 7:30PM Register Here

Special Education: Specialized Programs cont.Back to Table of Content PageTitle: Filling Your Bag of Tricks! Strategies for Working With Autism/BehaviorType: In-PersonDate: February 8, 2025; April 1, 2025 and April 10, 2025Audience: All Teachers | PreK-12 GradeStudents come to class with a variety of needs and challenges. Teachers need a “bag of tricks” of evidence-based practices to assist students navigate the classroom successfully. The strategies will help teachers support students with autism and other behavioral challenges.8:30AM - 11:30AM (2/8)4:30PM - 7:30PM Register HereTitle: TeachTown TipsType: Virtual Date: February 11, 2025; March 4, 2025 and April 24, 2025Audience: ADL, FLS, and TC Teachers | K-12 Grade TeachTown tips will be discussed and demonstrated for Specialized Programs teachers.4:30PM - 7:30PM Register HereTitle: Getting it Write: Data, Goals and ObjectivesType: In-Person Date: February 25, 2025 and March 25, 2025Audience: ADL, FLS, and TC Teachers | K-12 Grade Specialized Programs teachers will gain skills and understanding of the importance of collecting data that leads to the writing appropriate goals and objectives for students. Participants will explore the tools in Goalbook and TeachTown to assist in data collection and goal writing.4:30PM - 7:30PM Register Here

Special Education: Specialized Programs cont.Back to Table of Content PageTitle: TeachTown in ActionType: In-PersonDate: March 1, 2025 and April 17, 2025Audience: ADL, FLS, and TC Teachers | K-12 Grade Put TeachTown to work in your classroom. This session will show teachers how to organize the schedule, staff and instruction for student success.8:30AM - 11:30AM (3/1)4:30PM - 7:30PM (4/17) Register HereEvery student can learn, just not on the same day or in the same way.– George Evans

Special Education: Special ServicesBack to Table of Content PageTitle: 2024-25 Boardmaker 7Type: AsynchronousDate: January 8, 2025 - May 30, 2025Audience: SPED Case Managers & Service Providers | PreK-12 Grade During this session, participants will learn the basics regarding Boardmaker 7 and be able to create visual content to support your student's learning, and uphold the IEP requirements. Special education staff will receive access to Boardmaker 7, per allocation determined by the region/program leads. Register HereTitle: State Performance Plan Indicator (SPP-7) and Child Outcome Summary (COS) ProcessType: AsynchronousDate: January 8, 2025 - May 30, 2025Audience: Elementary School Teachers | PreK-K Grade State Performance Plan Indicator 7 (SPP-7) reports functioning for 3-5 year olds with IEPs in 3 outcome areas: positive social-emotional skills, acquisition and use of knowledge and skills, and use of appropriate behaviors to meet their needs. This data is reported on all 3-5 year olds with an IEP who meet entry or exit criteria using the child outcome summary form (COSF) in EasyIEP. This session will provide participants with an overview of the child outcome summary process and the requirements for State Performance Plan Indicator 7 (SPP7). 8:00AM - 10:00AM Register HereTitle: PD In a Box: Conducting Professional Development for Families at your CampusType: In-Person Date: February 12, 2025 and March 5, 2025 Audience: Special Education Teachers | 1-12 Grade This series focuses on equipping special education teachers with the skills to create inclusive model classrooms. Topics include effective parent communication, integrating cultural awareness, navigating TEI and program standards, using technology for interactive learning, and designing supportive classroom environments. Teachers will also explore differentiation strategies to meet the unique needs of every student, fostering an environment where all students can thrive.4:30PM - 6:00PM Register Here

Special Education: Special Services cont.Back to Table of Content PageTitle: 30 Minute Power-Packed: Creating Synergy for Student SuccessType: Virtual Date: January 23, 2025; February 6, 2025; February 27, 2025; March 6, 2025; March 27, 2025; April 3, 2025 and April 24, 2025Audience: All Special Education Teachers | 1-12 Grade This training series helps special education teachers build strong parent relationships, resolve conflicts, and foster collaboration with general education staff. It focuses on using technology, creative strategies, and fun approaches to meet IEP goals and create an inclusive, engaging classroom environment for all students.11:00AM - 11:30AM1:00PM - 1:30PM3:00PM - 3:30PMRegister HereTitle: Creating Model Classrooms for Special EducationType: In-Person Date: February 26, 2025; March 19, 2025 and April 23, 2025Audience: Special Education Teachers | 1-12 Grade This series focuses on equipping special education teachers with the skills to create inclusive model classrooms. Topics include effective parent communication, integrating cultural awareness, navigating TEI and program standards, using technology for interactive learning, and designing supportive classroom environments. Teachers will also explore differentiation strategies to meet the unique needs of every student, fostering an environment where all students can thrive.4:30PM - 6:00PM Register Here

Special Education: TransitionBack to Table of Content PageTitle: Transition Planning: Training for Students with Disabilities (Ages 13-22)Type: In-Person Date: January 14, 2025; February 11, 2025; March 4, 2025 and April 1, 2025Audience: Secondary Teachers, SPED Case Managers, Service Providers and Administrators | 6-12 Grade Participants will receive information to ensure students' transition plans and other pertinent components meet federal, state, and local guidelines and requirements.5:00PM - 6:30PM Register HereTitle: Future Planning for Students with Autism (Ages 3 - 12)Type: In-PersonDate: January 15, 2025; February 12, 2025; March 5, 2025 and April 2, 2025Audience: Elementary School Teachers, Providers and Administrators | K-5 Grade Participants will receive information to ensure future planning for students with Autism and other pertinent components meet federal, state, and local guidelines. 4:00PM - 5:30PM Register HereTitle: Monthly Transition Meetings for High School Transition RepresentativesType: In-Person Date: January 15, 2025; February 12, 2025; March 5, 2025, April 2, 2025 and May 7, 2025Audience: Vocational Compliance Teachers and 18+ Teachers | 9-12 Grade Participants will receive updates to ensure that students with disabilities are acquiring transition services that will enable them to successfully transition to post-secondary options.9:30AM - 12:00PM Register Here

Special Education: TransitionBack to Table of Content PageTitle: Monthly Transition Meetings for Middle School Transition RepresentativesType: In-Person Date: January 16, 2025; February 13, 2025; March 6, 2025, April 3, 2025 and May 8, 2025Audience: Middle School Transition Representative, Vocational Compliance Teachers and 18+ Teachers | 9-12 Grade Participants will receive updates to ensure that students with disabilities are acquiring transition services that will enable them to successfully transition to post-secondary options.9:30AM - 12:00PM Register Here

Specialized Data Management SupportBack to Table of Content PageTitle: Attaching Audio/Video Files in EdPlanType: Asynchronous Date: January 6, 2025 - May 30, 2025Audience: Special Education Teachers and Special Education Central Staff | K-12 Grade Need to know how to attach an audio and/or video to a student's IEP in EdPlan? This session covers step-by-step instructions for attaching electronically produced files in the EdPlan/EasyIEP application.Register HereTitle: EdPlan/Special Education OverviewType: Asynchronous Date: January 6, 2025 - May 30, 2025Audience: Special Education Staff, Principals, and Assistant Principals with Read Only Access | K-12 Grade EdPlan is the comprehensive technology Dallas ISD uses to managing special programs by automating and streamlining data collection and management. This course is specifically designed for staff who have or need read-only access in EdPlanStaff with read-only access include campus Principals, Assistant Principals, and Counselors who's access is granted automatically. Central staff may also need read only access based on their job duties. Staff with read-only access have the capability to view student information and run reports. Register HereTitle: FIE Writer for Special Education Central StaffType: Asynchronous Date: January 6, 2025 - May 30, 2025Audience: Special Education Evaluation Staff | K-12 Grade FIE Writer for Special Education Central Staff is only for staff who write all or part of a Full Individual Evaluation in EdPlan. FIE Writer provides an introduction and overview about the evaluation module of the EdPlan case management system. After completion of this session, access to the EdPlan/EasyIEP application will be established based on the attendee's title. Diagnosticians, LSSPs, and some district-wide service providers. Register Here

Specialized Data Management Support cont.Back to Table of Content PageTitle: EasyIEP IntroType: Virtual Date: January 14, 2025; February 4, 2025; February 26, 2025; March 5, 2025; April 2, 2025; April 10, 2025 and May 6, 2025Audience: Special Education Teachers and Special Education Central Staff | K-12 Grade EasyIEP Intro 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. After completion of this session, access to the EdPlan/EasyIEP application will be established based on the attendee's title. 8:30AM - 12:00PM (2/4, 3/5, 4/10)1:00PM - 4:00PM (1/14, 2/26, 4/2, 5/6)Register HereTitle: Progress Monitoring in Progress TrackType: Virtual Date: January 15, 2025; January 28, 2025; February 5, 2025; February 13, 2025; February 17, 2025; February 27, 2025; March 4, 2025; Math 26, 2025; April 1, 2025; April 9, 2025; April 22, 2025; April 30, 2025 and May 8, 2025Audience: Special Education Teachers and Special Education Central Staff | K-12 GradeProgress Monitoring in Progress Track provides an introduction and overview of Progress Track in the EdPlan case management system. Primary learning objectives include the user becoming familiar with the functionality of Progress Track; navigating through objective set up, data entry, and Progress Monitoring Student Summary Document.8:30AM - 12:00PM (1/15, 2/5, 2/17, 3/4, 4/1, 4/22, 5/8)1:00PM - 4:00PM (1/28, 2/13, 2/27, 3/26, 4/9, 4/30)Register Here

Specialized Data Management Support cont.Back to Table of Content PageTitle: EasyTRAC/WizardsType: Virtual Date: January 6, 2025; January 29, 2025; February 6, 2025, February 17, 2025; February 25, 2025; March 6, 2025; March 19, 2025; April 3, 2025; April 8, 2025; April 16, 2025; April 29, 2025 and May 7, 2025Audience: Special Education Teachers and Special Education Central Staff | K-12 Grade EasyTRAC/Wizards provides an introduction and overview of EasyTRAC/Wizards in the EdPlan case management system. Primary learning objectives include the user becoming familiar with the functionality of EasyTRAC/Wizards and Logbook reports.8:30AM - 12:00PM (1/16, 2/6, 2/25, 3/19, 4/8, 4/29)1:00PM - 4:00PM (1/29, 2/17, 3/6, 4/3, 4/16, 5/7) Register HereTitle: Completing the Transfer ProcessType: Virtual Date: January 21, 2025; February 12, 2025; March 25, 2025; April 24, 2025 and May 15 2025Audience: Special Education Teachers and Special Education Central Staff | K-12 Grade Completing the Transfer Process is for special education teachers, case managers, and other special education staff who have access to EdPlan.8:00AM - 11:30AM (1/21, 3/25, 5/15)1:00PM - 4:30PM (2/12, 4/24)Register HereTitle: EasyIEP Q&AType: Virtual Date: January 22, 2025; February 20, 2025; March 18, 2025; April 15, 2025 and May 14, 2025Audience: Special Education Teachers and Special Education Central Staff | K-12 Grade Got IEP questions? EasyIEP Q&A provides the "help desk" experience for your functionality inquiries. Bring your IEP questions and let SDMS staff assist on the spot!10:00AM - 11:00AM (1/22, 3/18, 5/14)2:00PM - 3:00PM (2/20, 4/15)Register Here

Specialized Data Management Support cont.Back to Table of Content PageTitle: Reports for Special EducationType: Virtual Date: January 30, 2025; February 11, 2025; March 27, 2025 and April 23, 2025Audience: Special Education Teachers and Special Education Central Staff | K-12 Grade If 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 EdPlan and SDMS custom Special Education reports.10:00AM - 12:00PM (1/30, 3/27)2:00PM - 4:00PM (2/11, 4/23) Register HereTitle: PEIMS! PEIMS! PEIMS!Type: Virtual Date: January 23, 2025; February 19, 2025; March 20, 2025; April 17, 2025 and May 13, 2025Audience: Special Education Teachers and Special Education Central Staff | K-12 Grade PEIMS! PEIMS! PEIMS! sessions are designed for Special Education Teachers, Campus Administrators, and Special Education Central Staff. During these sessions SDMS staff will be available to assist with campus’ PEIMS errors.8:30AM - 11:30AM (1/23, 3/20, 5/13)1:00PM - 4:00PM (2/19, 4/17)Register Here

Visual and Performing ArtsBack to Table of Content PageTitle: Rehearsal Techniques Observation SessionType: In-Person Date: January 10, 2025Audience: Secondary Band Teachers | 6-12 Grade Directors will observe master conductors work with the All - City band ensembles during the first hours of the clinic on Friday night and complete a rehearsal observation and reflection form.6:00PM - 8:00PM Register HereTitle: Sight Reading: Preparation for the Instrumental Contest RoomType: In-Person Date: January 11, 2025Audience: All Instrumental Music Teachers | 6-12 Grade This session provides directors a space to practice the sight-reading process after a demonstration of strategies and routines to help build the capacity of the director and student.9:30AM - 11:00AM Register HereTitle: VPA Elementary New Teacher PLC 1Type: In-Person Date: January 14, 2025Audience: New teachers will meet with Dr. Edwards for a round table discussion about the beginning of the second semester. The focus will be on Spring planning and revisiting classroom procedures and management.5:30PM - 6:30PM Register Here

Visual and Performing Arts cont.Back to Table of Content PageTitle: "TEAM"ing Up For Elementary ArtType: Virtual Date: January 14, 2025Audience: Elementary Art Teachers | PreK-5 Grade Jihan Mitchell from Marsalis ES will lead this informative session on preparing students and student work for entry in the TEAM event4:00PM - 5:00PM Register HereTitle: Smart Music 101Type: Virtual Date: January 14, 2025Audience: Instrumental/Choral Teachers | 6-12 Grade Join this session for an overview of the latest features this platform has to offer. You will have a clear understanding of how this platform should be integrated into daily instruction.4:30PM - 6:30PM Register HereTitle: VPA Secondary New Teacher ForumType: In-Person Date: January 28, 2025Audience: Secondary Fine Arts Teachers | 6-12 Grade This session is designed for new secondary visual and performing arts teachers. It will cover how to effectively manage your classroom and your program during the spring semester. Experienced teachers from all the fine arts disciplines will share their best tips for navigating the challenges of the second semester. Come ready to participate in a discussion at the end!6:00PM - 7:30PM Register Here

Visual and Performing Arts cont.Back to Table of Content PageTitle: Countdown to JR. VASE 2025: Ready, Set, Create!Type: Virtual Date: January 29, 2025Audience: Middle School Art Teachers | 6-8 Grade Are you new to Jr. VASE? Middle School art teachers join us in this session on preparing students and student artwork for entry in Jr. Vase.5:30PM - 6:30PM Register HereTitle: Big Art Day & Youth Art Month 2025Type: Virtual Date: February 5, 2025Audience: All Visual Arts Teachers | K-12 Grade In this session we will share information for the annual Spring Art exhibition for Youth Art Month and celebrating for Big Art day on March 6th.5:30PM - 6:30PM Register HereTitle: Q in SpanishType: Virtual Date: February 5, 2025Audience: Elementary Music Teachers | PreK-5 Grade Everything you already know and love about Quaver...except it is in Spanish. Learn how to use the Quaver platform side by side with a foreign language4:00PM - 5:00PM Register Here

Visual and Performing Arts cont.Back to Table of Content PageTitle: Dance Adjudication ChecklistType: Virtual Date: February 11, 2025Audience: Secondary Dance Teachers | 6-12 Grade Directors will review the final details for the Dance Adjudication to assist with the final preparation.5:30PM - 6:30PM Register HereTitle: VPA Elementary New Teacher PLC 2Type: In-PersonDate: February 12, 2025Audience: Elementary (Music, Art, Dance, Theater, Modern Band and Piano) Teachers | PreK-5 Grade New teachers will meet with Dr. Edwards for a round table discussion about all things performance/show related for the spring semester.5:30PM - 6:30PM Register HereTitle: Sight Reading: Preparation for the Choral Contest RoomType: In-Person Date: February 18, 2025Audience: Choral Music Teachers | 6-12 Grade This session provides directors a space to practice the sight-reading process after a demonstration of strategies and routines to help build capacity of the director and student.5:30PM - 7:00PM Register Here

Visual and Performing Arts cont.Back to Table of Content PageTitle: Inquiry and Request for Secondary ProgramsType: Virtual Date: March 18, 2025Audience: All Music Teachers | 6-12 Grade During this session, directors are invited to present questions about operational and instructional practices. Everyone is invited to participate in this roundtable discussion.4:30PM - 6:30PM Register HereTitle: VPA Elementary New Teacher PLC 3Type: In-PersonDate: March 18, 2025Audience: Elementary (Music, Art, Dance, Theater, Modern Band and Piano) Teachers | PreK-5 Grade New teachers will meet with Dr. Edwards for a round table discussion about inventory and planning for next year.5:30PM - 6:30PM Register HereTitle: Orff and Kodaly in QuaverType: Virtual Date: March 19, 2025Audience: Elementary Music Teachers | K-3 Grade This session focuses on the blend of the Orff and Kodaly music education philosophies with Quaver applications4:00PM - 5:00PM Register Here

Visual and Performing Arts cont.Back to Table of Content PageTitle: Building a Bridge to Secondary Ensemble PerformanceType: Virtual Date: March 20, 2025Audience: Elementary & Middle School Orchestra Teachers | 5-8 Grade Are your beginning band and string students prepared for the full ensemble experience? Band and orchestra directors will leave this session with foundational strategies that set students up for success in addition to a checklist to ensure individual musician readiness.4:30PM - 6:30PM Register HereTitle: Inquiry and Request for Secondary ProgramsType: Virtual Date: April 10, 2025Audience: Secondary Dance/Theatre Teachers | 6-12 Grade During this session, directors are invited have the opportunity to present questions about operational and instructional practices. Everyone is invited to participate in this round table discussion.4:30PM - 6:30PM Register HereTitle: VPA Elementary New Teacher PLC 4Type: In-PersonDate: April 15, 2025Audience: Elementary (Music, Art, Dance, Theater, Modern Band and Piano) Teachers | PreK-5 Grade New teachers will meet with Dr. Edwards for a round table discussion about end of the year procedures.5:30PM - 6:30PM Register Here

Visual and Performing Arts cont.Back to Table of Content PageTitle: Secondary Art - Wrap UpType: Virtual Date: May 8, 2025Audience: Secondary Art Teachers | 6-12 Grade In this session we will celebrate the successes of our secondary art teachers and students. We discuss summer PD and summer opportunities for the visual art students.5:30PM - 6:30PM Register Here

World LanguagesBack to Table of Content PageTitle: Effective Strategies and Resources for AP Spanish Literature Success Through One Way EducationType: Virtual Date: January 29, 2025Audience: AP Spanish Literature Teachers | 9-12 Grade Maximize One Way Education resources and explore other great ideas to help strengthen your AP Spanish Literature course. This session is exclusively for AP Spanish Literature teachers.5:00PM - 6:00PM Register HereTitle: PACE: Reading in World LanguagesType: In-PersonDate: February 26, 2025Audience: World Languages Teachers | K-12 Grade This session will explore innovative methods to enhance students' reading comprehension, promote literacy, and support cross-curricular learning. Learn practical techniques and tools to foster a love of reading while aligning with district goals to strengthen literacy across all content areas, from within the World Languages classroom.5:00PM - 6:00PM Register HereTitle: Dallas Assessment Navigator for World Languages ACPsType: Virtual Date: March 26, 2025Audience: World Languages Teachers | 6-12 GradeUnderstand how to navigate DAN and expand the opportunities for your students to excel in the ACPs. Main focus for Spanish levels 1 and 2, French levels 1 and 2, Spanish for Heritage Speakers Advanced.5:00PM - 6:00PM Register Here

World Languages cont.Back to Table of Content PageTitle: Effective Strategies and Resources for AP Spanish Language & Spanish Heritage Advanced Success Through One Way EducationType: Virtual Date: April 23, 2025Audience: AP Spanish Language & Spanish Heritage Advanced Teachers | 9-12 Grade Maximize One Way Education resources, as well as other great ideas to help strengthen heritage speakers in their proficiency growth both in AP Language and Spanish for Heritage Speakers Advanced Classrooms.5:00PM - 6:00PM Register HereTitle: Top 10 Comprehensible Input Strategies for the World Languages ClassroomType: In-Person Date: May 7, 2025Audience: World Languages Teachers | K-12 Grade Discover the top 10 comprehensible input strategies to create engaging and effective learning experiences in your World Languages classroom. This session will provide practical techniques and resources to help students acquire language naturally and confidently while fostering communication and understanding.5:00PM - 6:00PM Register Here

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