Winter 2026 Offerings

6001 - C.E.R Six Sentence Framework: Aligning NGSS & PEs to phenomenon

Students struggle to articulate their understanding of scientific investigations and phenomena studied in class. This course is designed to equip educators with a practical framework for guiding students in constructing clear, evidence-based responses.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

Develop and structure engaging phenomena and investigations that precisely align with grade-specific Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), including Performance Expectations (PEs) and Disciplinary Core Ideas (DCIs).

Implement a student-facing instructional framework that facilitates the organization of thoughts and ideas, empowering students to effectively communicate their scientific reasoning in response to investigations and phenomena

6002 - Elementary PE 3-6 Basketball skills and clinic drills

Different ideas for basketball lessons and drills. Practices to carry into the elementary basketball clinic.

6003 - Elementary PE track and field practice drills

This course explains different drills to practice for each of the 6 track and field events for the town-wide track and field event. Explaining the setup and the best way to utilize time.

6004 - Vocabulary Work to Support Test Prep

This session will help you plan for the vocabulary work that will support students in test prep and test-taking. You'll look at words and phrases used frequently on standardized assessments that often challenge students. You'll learn concrete strategies to teach and reinforce this vocabulary before test prep even starts, and then how you can embed brief, fun, meaningful word usage during test prep. You'll also look at questions addressing vocabulary standards on the state test and try out several strategies to help students address these questions. 

6005 - Planning for One Book

During this session, participants will review One Book resources to provide guidance and suggestions for staff. 

6007 - From Sounds to Success: Elevating Your Small Group Reading Instruction with Imagine+

In this workshop, we will discuss and plan small group instruction that focuses on phonics and phonemic awareness based on Imagine+ and Benchmark data. We will explore multi-sensory activities and provide materials for you to use in your classroom the next day! 

6010 - Elementary Physical Education: Fundamental Motor Skills to Sport-Specific Skills

Elementary Physical Ed teachers will learn how to focus on moving from Fundamental Motor Skills to Sport-Specific Skills (k-2) (3-6)

6011 - Elementary Physical Education: How to compete for points without arguing.

This course will teach elementary phys ed teachers how to compete in the gym at all ages without the arguing we are all used to.

6013 - Teaching ELLs in a Content Area Classroom

I will provide background on the English Language Learners in your classroom, strategies that can help you best reach them, and resources to use right away.

6014 - The Writing Revolution: Advancing Thinking Through Writing (Session 1)

This course is for any teacher looking to improve students' thinking through writing, using The Writing Revolution method. Participants will leave with four sentence-level activities from TWR that can be implemented with any curriculum or skill level.

6015 - Learning Session: Raz -Plus

From this Learning A-Z webinar, teachers will take away:

More high-quality, research-based resources are useful for literacy instruction

An understanding of what students experience in Kids A-Z

Information on how to customize student assignments, folders, and groups

Three things they can do immediately following the session to extend learning 

6016 - Blooket Mastery: Gamifying Review, Assessment, and Data-Driven Instruction

Blooket is a versatile, game-based learning platform that transforms classroom review and assessment into a highly engaging, competitive experience. In this two-part, hands-on workshop, participants will move beyond basic Q&A by learning to effectively integrate Blooket into their daily instruction. We will cover account setup, efficient question set creation, strategic use of Blooket's diverse game modes (from high-stakes review to quick brain breaks), and—most critically—how to analyze the powerful performance data in the "Reports" feature to inform reteaching and differentiate instruction. Teachers will leave with a ready-to-use set, practical strategies for implementation, and the ability to track student mastery across any subject or content area.

No offerings have been proposed this round. Please check back again in the Spring Term.

6017 - Using School Messenger to Communicate with Students and Parents

Communication with students and parents is a critical part of everyday education, whether for specific groups or a general message to all students. Did you know that the Bloomfield Schools have powerful communication software called School Messenger to help you send messages? Did you know that it’s already included in PowerSchool, whether you’re in the teacher portal or the admin portal? This course will show you how to access the software in PowerSchool and send out messages to your students, whether in a specific class, a particular group, or the entire school. This course is geared to all users: teachers, administrators, secretaries, and anyone else who would like to be able to send messages to students and parents (and each other!).

6018 - How to Create a Safe and Inclusive Environment for LGBTQIA+ Students

The course will discuss ways to create a safe environment for LGBTQIA+ students in our classrooms, as well as statistics and relevant terms.

6019 - Nurtured Heart Approach - Overview

The Nurtured Heart Approach consists of a set of strategies that assist children in further developing their self-regulation and has been found effective with children of all ages. It focuses on transforming the way children perceive themselves, their caregivers, and the world around them. This course will provide an overview of the 3 stands of the program (absolutely yes, absolutely no, absolutely clear) 

6020 - Nurtured Heart Approach - Advanced Understanding

The Nurtured Heart Approach consists of a set of strategies that assist children in further developing their self-regulation and has been found effective with children of all ages. It focuses on transforming the way children perceive themselves, their caregivers, and the world around them. In this course, we will expand on our knowledge of the 3 stands, explore the concept of nutritious words, and discuss practical strategies for implementation in the classroom setting. It is not necessary to take the first Nurtured Heart Approach course, but it is recommended. 

6021 - Hand-Sewn Essentials: Hemming Techniques & Button Application

Learn the essential skills to hem pants or skirts and sew buttons or shanks with confidence. This hands-on course introduces fundamental hand-sewing techniques, including the plain hem, blind hem, and catch hem, perfect for beginners or anyone looking to build practical, everyday sewing skills.

6022 - All About MSUNER

Participants will learn about Bloomfield's partnership with Montclair State through the MSUNER.

We will review opportunities available through the MSUNER, including how to become Clinical Faculty, accessing individual and group grants, and hosting clinical interns (student teachers).

Open to anyone looking to become Clinical Faculty, or existing Clinical Faculty looking to reconnect!

6023 - Motivation in the Classroom

I will provide strategies like math money, our mantra, class jobs, and tickets that help me manage my classroom and motivate my students in real-world ways.

6025 - Teacher Finance & Investing 101: Financial Literacy and Pension Basics

Teacher Finance & Investing 201: Budgeting, Expenses, Debt Payoff & Growing the Gap

With financial literacy standards spanning K - 12, educators need to first make sound personal financial decisions to assist in transferring that knowledge to students. Learn and get better with your pension, finances, budgeting, debt payoff, and investing.

6026 - Teacher Finance & Investing 201: Budgeting, Expenses, Debt Payoff & Growing the Gap

Description: With financial literacy standards spanning K-12, educators need to first make sound personal financial decisions to assist in transferring that knowledge to students. Learn and get better with budgeting, tracking expenses, debt payoff, & growing the gap.

6027 - Teacher Finance & Investing 202: Investing, Pension & Financial Independence

With financial literacy standards spanning K-12, educators need to first make sound personal financial decisions to assist in transferring that knowledge to students. Learn and get better with your investing, pension, and financial independence.

No offerings have been proposed this round. Please check back again in the Spring Term.