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Professional Development LESSON PLANS & ACTIVITIES

The "Professional Development and Lesson Plans and Activities" is an outstanding--and FREE--website created by the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) that provides FREE PD on a variety of subjects and in different disciplines. Whatever your interest or area of exploration, this website will have it for you...for, FREE! Check it out.

Teacher TuesdaysConnect with teachers like yourself to collaborate and learn new skills through hands-on projects. We’ll explore all the ways you can engage students ages 5 - 18, manage your classroom, and create learning experiences using iPad.

If you are interested in pursuing some professional learning over the summer, Apple offers “Teacher Tuesday” sessions that provide teachers with new ways to incorporate technology in their classes. When you visit the website, you can filter the sessions to the Apple Store closest to your home. New sessions are added weekly so check back throughout the summer. The sessions are free, but registration is required through the website.

Teachers Supporting TeachersTeachers Supporting Teachers was created by teachers and for teachers. Empowering teachers results in empowering children. Chicago students deserve this.