Professional Learning

To support districts engaging in the selection process, KSDE will host a professional learning network focused on materials selection and change management for districts selecting instructional materials for English Language Arts, Grades 9-12 (or high school). This professional learning network is designed to help leaders anchor their materials selection process in a shared vision of quality instruction and narrow materials options using third-party information, educator-centered selection committees, and district-specific perspectives. Throughout the series, participants will also explore key considerations for communication and change management in each phase of the selection process. 

Session 1, Developing a Lens for HS ELA Materials Selection, will launch the learning series and introduce participants to KSDE’s Instructional Materials Selection Guidance for ELA. All sessions are 90 minutes and will be held virtually. Sessions will not be recorded.

Session 1: Developing a Lens for HS ELA Materials Selection

Thursday, March 6 from 9:00-10:30 am CT

Session 2: Determining the Selection Process and Building Skill

Thursday, April 3 from 9:00-10:30 am CT

Session 3: Knowing and Narrowing IM Choices

Thursday, April 17 from 9:00-10:30 am CT

Session 4: Planning for Implementation

Thursday, May 8 from 9:00-10:30 am CT

Participants should include district and/or school leaders involved in the IM selection process (e.g., curriculum director, principal, instructional coach, lead teacher, etc.).  

Instructional materials will only have the desired impact on students’ experiences and outcomes when paired with ongoing support for thoughtful implementation. With that in mind, KSDE is hosting a professional learning network to support the implementation of Core Knowledge Language Arts (CKLA) in Grades K-5. This network will equip leaders with the tools, knowledge, and strategies to effectively support CKLA implementation in service of quality instruction.

Session 1, Vision for Effective CKLA Implementation, will be held on Thursday, February 27th at the Greenbush Resource Center in Lawrence (1104 E. 1000 Road, Lawrence, KS) from 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Sessions 2-4 will be 90-minute virtual sessions in March-May (to be scheduled based on a poll sent to registered participants). 

Session 1: Vision for Effective CKLA Implementation

Thursday, February 27 from 9:00-2:30 pm CT

Session 2: Unit and Lesson Internalization

Tuesday, April 1 from TBD

Session 3: Internalization in PLCs

Tuesday, April 29 from TBD

Session 4: Systems to Monitor Implementation

Tuesday, May 13 from TBD

Participants should include district and/or school leaders supporting implementation of CKLA (e.g. curriculum director, principal, instructional coach, lead teacher, etc.).