8/25 & 9/1 World Language Performance Assessment Planning Cohort

Plan collaboratively with support from BPS colleagues & experts. This session address the question, "How do we implement and differentiate integrated performance assessments (IPAs) in world language classes?"  Co-hosted by BPS World Language Dept. Audience: World language teachers grades K-12

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8/25 Facilitation of Adult Learning

Connect, learn, and co-plan with teacher leaders around the question: How do we design and facilitate adult learning experiences that lead to meaningful collaboration and changes in practice? Audience: Teacher leaders and/or new facilitators of adult learning 

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8/24 & 8/25 Emergent Literacy Courses

On 8/24, the Foundational Emergent Literacy course launches. On 8/25, the Advancing Emergent Literacy Planning Cohort launches. Focus questions are: "How do we implement and support the five core emergent literacy routines for students with significant disabilities?”  and "How do we plan and progress monitor emergent literacy routines for students with significant disabilities?” 

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4/15 Spring 2026 Needs Assessment Report 

From January to March 2026, the Telescope Network shared this survey with educators across Boston Public Schools. We received 652 responses from 100+ BPS schools and Central Office Departments. Check out our new Data Studio interactive report.

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BPS Wicked Math Learning Site (March 2026)

We’re stepping into Ms. Garay’s calculus classroom at Charlestown High School where she welcomed fellow Boston Public Schools educators to observe her Wicked Math teaching strategies. Watch how Ms. Garay encourages student collaboration with whiteboards and “2 Truths and a Lie.” 

In Fall 2025, the @CityofBoston introduced Wicked Math, an initiative that aims to increase access to advanced math for more BPS students. As part of Wicked Math, the Telescope Network provides professional-development learning sites for teachers to observe, discuss, and adopt effective classroom practices.

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Educator & Staff Spotlight 

At the BPS/BTU Telescope Network, we magnify effective practices from across the district. We continually ask, “Who’s doing this work well?” and create opportunities for peer leaders to share their expertise with others across the district. Please use this quick survey to spotlight an effective educator or staff member.  

How will this info be used? Bright spot educators highlighted below may be asked to help give feedback on our strategic plan. Additionally, the Telescope Network maintains a database of recommended educators who may be asked to host peer observers,  facilitate PD sessions,, or lead in other ways.

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