September Professional Learning Update
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September Professional Learning Opportunities
September Professional Learning Opportunities
Math
Math
Georgia Numeracy Project K-12 Overview with the DOE (Virtual)
Facilitated by Marcia Williams (mwilliams@pioneerresa.org)
Date Offered: September 18th from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (Registration Link)
Secondary Administering Assessments - Day 1
Facilitated by Marcia Williams (mwilliams@pioneerresa.org)
Date Offered: September 25th from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (Registration Link)
Elementary Administering Assessments - Day 1
Facilitated by Marcia Williams (mwilliams@pioneerresa.org)
Date Offered: September 25th from 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM (Registration Link)
K-2 Math Collaborative
Facilitated by Marcia Williams (mwilliams@pioneerresa.org)
Date Offered: September 26th from 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM (Registration Link)
Algebra Concepts & Connections and Enhanced Algebra Collaborative
Facilitated by Marcia Williams (mwilliams@pioneerresa.org)
Date Offered: October 1st from 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM (Registration Link)
Literacy
Literacy
Literacy Leaders Institute
Facilitated by the Let's Read Georgia Team (Dana Penland, Teresa Conowal, Cindy Sanford, Allison Funk)
Date Offered: September 12th from 9:00 AM- 3:00 PM (Registration Link)
Location: Mountain Education Regional Support Center
Bringing Writing to Life: Exploring the Research and Practice of Writing Instruction
Facilitated by Katharine Bonasera, Collaborative Classroom
Date Offered: September 30th from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (Registration Link)
Whole Child & School Climate
Whole Child & School Climate
School Social Worker Job Alike (Virtual)
Facilitated by Teresa Hearn (thearn@pioneerresa.org)
Date Offered: September 5th from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Director of Health Services/School Nurse Job Alike
Facilitated by Jan Pearce (jpearce@pioneerresa.org)
Date Offered: September 12th from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Wraparound Services (Virtual)
Facilitated by Teresa Hearn (thearn@pioneerresa.org)
Date Offered: September 16th from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
School Counselor Job Alike
Facilitated by Jan Pearce (jpearce@pioneerresa.org)
Date Offered: September 20th from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Counselor Keys Effectiveness System Training
Facilitated by Jan Pearce (jpearce@pioneerresa.org)
Date Offered: September 30th from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Registration Link)
GLRS
GLRS
Pre-School Collaborative
Facilitated by Vikki Abercrombie (vikki.abercrombie@lumpkinschools.com)
Date Offered: September 6th from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Registration Link)
Specially Designed Instruction for Teachers Series
Facilitated by North GLRS (swalden@pioneerresa.org)
Date Offered: September 6th from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Registration Link)
SPED TPRP Teacher Preparation Retention Program
Facilitated by Lara Butler (lara.butler@pioneerresa.org)
Date Offered: September 10th from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Registration Link)
Specially Designed Instruction Collaborative for Leaders
Facilitated by North GLRS (swaldon@pioneerresa.org)
Date Offered: September 11th from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Registration Link)
Elementary AIDD Academy
Facilitated by Lara Butler (lara.butler@pioneerresa.org)
Date Offered: September 12th from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Registration Link)
Speech/Language Pathologist Collaborative
Facilitated by Chanda Bourgeois (cbourgeois@pioneerresa.org)
Date Offered: September 13th from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Registration Link)
School Psychologists Collaborative
Facilitated by Kathy Patterson
Date Offered: September 16th from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Registration Link)
Introduction to UFLI Foundations
Facilitated by Lara Butler (lara.butler@pioneerresa.org)
Date Offered: September 17th from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Registration Link)
Middle/High School AIDD Academy
Facilitated by Lara Butler (lara.butler@pioneerresa.org)
Date Offered: September 19th from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Registration Link)
SPED Directors Collaborative Community
Facilitated by Sandy Waldon (swaldon@pioneerresa.org)
Date Offered: September 27th from 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM (Registration Link)
Curriculum and Instruction
Curriculum and Instruction
Heads Together
Facilitated by the RESA Network (ZOOM Link)
Dates Offered:
September 4th from 9:00 - 10:00 AM
September 18th from 9:00 - 10:00 AM
Leader Keys Effectiveness System (LKES) Training and Credentialing
Facilitated by Jan Pearce (jpearce@pioneerresa.org)
Dates Offered: September 9th from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Registration Link)
GA Connects Overview
Facilitated by Jan Pearce (jpearce@pioneerresa.org)
Date Offered: September 10th from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Registration Link)
Inspired Fine Arts
Facilitated by Paul McClain, GaDOE
Location: Northeast Georgia RESA Training Center
Date Offered: September 10th from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Registration Link)
Teacher Keys Effectiveness System (TKES) Training and Credentialing
Facilitated by Jan Pearce (jpearce@pioneerresa.org)
Date Offered: September 11th from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Registration Link)
Curriculum Collaborative
Facilitated by Allison Funk (afunk@pioneerresa.org)
Date Offered: September 11th from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The Odyssey of AI in K-12 Education and the Quest for Tech-Savy Scholars
Facilitated by the GaDOE
Date Offered: September 16th from 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM (Registration Link)
Play the Stock Market Game (Grades 4-12)
Facilitated by Sandy Bales (sbales@pioneerresa.org)
Date Offered: September 17th from 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM (Registration Link)
Coaches Academy
Facilitated by Marcia Williams (mwillliams@pioneerresa.org)
Date Offered: September 20th from 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM (Registration Link)
CTAE Job Alike
Facilitated by Jan Pearce (jpearce@pioneerresa.org)
Date Offered: September 24th from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Other
Other
Human Resources Job Alike
Facilitated by Jan Pearce (jpearce@pioneerresa.org)
Transportation Directors Job Alike
Facilitated by Marilyn Delgado (mdelgado@pioneerresa.org)
Principal Job Alike
Facilitated by Tim Cochran (tcochran@pioneerresa.org)
Nutrition Director Job Alike
Facilitated by Jan Pearce (jpearce@pioneerresa.org)
Date Offered: September 12th from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Fall Legal Talks
Facilitated by: PKKN
Date Offered: September 13th from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (Registration Link)
Assistant Principal Job Alike
Facilitated by Tim Cochran (tcochran@pioneerresa.org)
Federal Programs Job Alike
Facilitated by Jan Pearce (jpearce@pioneerresa.org)
Date Offered: September 19th from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Media Specialist Job Alike
Facilitated by Kellie Justice (kellie.justice@franklin.k12.ga.us)
Date Offered: September 19th from 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM (Registration Link)
Title IX Training
Facilitated by Cory Kirby
Date Offered: September 24th from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (F2F: Registration Link, Virtual: Registration Link)
Alternative Program Director Job Alike
Facilitated by Jan Pearce (jpearce@pioneerresa.org)
Date Offered: September 25th from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Facility & School Safety Job Alike
Facilitated by Jan Pearce (jpearce@pioneerresa.org)
Date Offered: September 26th from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The Odyssey of AI in k-12 Education and the quest for Tech-Savy ScholarS
The Odyssey of AI in k-12 Education and the quest for Tech-Savy ScholarS
The GaDOE Computer Science team is thrilled to provide various professional development opportunities for teachers and leaders in Georgia for the 2024-2025 academic year. Join them to learn more abut AI in K-12 Education!
Georgia Learning Resources System (GLRS) Corner
Georgia Learning Resources System (GLRS) Corner
Final GLRS FY 25 PL Flyer.pdfFinal FY 25 TPRP Flyer.pdfPlay the Stock Market Game
Play the Stock Market Game
The Georgia Council for Economic Education provides information for teachers in Grades 4-12 on implementing the Fall Semester Stock Market game. Training will include access to lesson plans, videos, and content training. Lunch will be provided and substitutes may be reimbursed.
For more details contact Sandy Bales (sbales@pioneerresa.org).
Stock Market Game.pdfLiteracy Leaders Institute
Literacy Leaders Institute
Literacy Leaders Institute (3) (2).pdfWe’re excited to invite you to the upcoming Literacy Leaders Institute, where educational leaders from across our region will come together monthly to drive school and district-wide literacy improvement. This opportunity is designed for literacy leads, elementary educators, school and district leaders, instructional coaches, and literacy coaches. Together, we will explore effective strategies for high-quality literacy instruction while fostering a community dedicated to achieving literacy excellence.
Learning Objectives:
Foundations and Effective Literacy Practices: Understand the core components of effective reading instruction and how to implement research-based practices within any curriculum.
Coaching Strategies: Explore effective coaching models, observation and feedback techniques, and professional development strategies to support literacy growth.
Leadership in Literacy: Develop skills to lead literacy change, build collective commitments, and strengthen Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) focused on literacy.
Data-Driven Instruction: Enhance skills in leading data-driven discussions, utilizing assessment data, and applying progress monitoring techniques to inform instructional decisions.
Don't miss this chance to connect with peers, share ideas, and shape the future of literacy education in your school or district. We are so excited about this opportunity to grow together as Literacy Leaders and Coaches!
Register for the first two sessions here.
Academic language development and supporting all students in a 3D Science Classroom
Academic language development and supporting all students in a 3D Science Classroom
Join the GaDOE Science team in a session about when to introduce vocabulary. Teachers will engage in strategies that make connections to different pedagogical aspects of language development. Teachers will apply their knowledge and design intentional scaffolds, which they will use to support students with interpretive and expressive skills of communication.
GaDOE 3D Science Flyer.pdfGifted Education Course Offerings by Pioneer RESA and NEGA RESA
Gifted Education Course Offerings by Pioneer RESA and NEGA RESA
Explore a variety of professional learning opportunities in gifted education offered by Pioneer RESA and Northeast Georgia RESA! With sessions designed to enhance instructional strategies, deepen understanding of gifted learners, and fulfill gifted education requirements, you are sure to find a course that meets your needs. We encourage you to review the flyer and find a session that fits your schedule at either RESA location.
To learn more and register, simply open the flyer and click on the course name of your choice. We look forward to supporting your journey in gifted education!
Gifted Course Offerings.pdfFine Arts Offerings by our Partners at NEGA RESA
Fine Arts Offerings by our Partners at NEGA RESA
Inspired Fine Arts:
Facilitated by: Paul McClain, GaDOE
Date Offered: September 10th from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: Northeast Georgia RESA Training Center
Bravo Behavior:
Facilitated by: Casey Hall, GaDOE
Date Offered: November 8th from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: Northeast Georgia RESA Training Center
FY25 Job Alike Offerings
FY25 Job Alike Offerings
We are excited to announce the upcoming FY25 Job Alike sessions. These sessions provide an invaluable opportunity to collaborate with peers in similar roles across the region. By sharing best practices, resources, and strategies, we can collectively enhance our efforts and support the critical work we do as educators.
Collaboration with those in like positions is essential for professional growth and improving student outcomes. We look forward to your participation and the insightful discussions that will strengthen our educational community.
2024/2025 Math Professional Learning Offerings
2024/2025 Math Professional Learning Offerings
FY25 Math OfferingsMath Collaboratives - 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM @ Pioneer RESA
K-2nd Grades
September 26th: Course #4500
January 28th: Course #4505
3rd-5th Grades
November 1st: Course #4503
January 30th: Course #4506
6th-8th Grades
October 29th: Course #4504
February 25th: Course #4507
9th-12th Grades
October 30th: Course #4502
February 21st: Course #4508
Enhanced Algebra, Algebra Concepts, & Connections - 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Pioneer RESA
8th-9th Grades
October 1st: Course #4516
Georgia Numeracy Project
K-12 Virtual Overview: Course #4472 (VIRTUAL)
September 18th
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Administering the Georgia Secondary Numeracy Project Assessments: Course #4474
Day 1: September 25th- 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Day 2: October 23rd- 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Pioneer RESA
Administering the Georgia Elementary Numeracy Project Assessments: Course #4473
Day 1: September 25th- 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Day 2: October 23rd- 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Location: Pioneer RESA
ELA Standards Teacher Tour
ELA Standards Teacher Tour
We are excited to announce that registration for the ELA Standards Tour for teacher leaders and literacy/instructional coaches is open to all districts on a first come first serve basis. Please see the flyer for more information.
Analyzing Georgia's K-12 ELA Standards: Foundations and Language for Grades K-5
November 7th
Adolescent Literacy, the Science of Reading, and Georgia's ELA Standards for 6-12
November 8th
Analyzing Georgia's K-12 ELA Standards: Texts and Practices for Grades K-5
January 15th
Analyzing Georgia's K-12 ELA Standards: Texts and Practices for Grades 6-12
January 16th
You can find the link to register for the ELA Standards Tour Courses here.
Register Today! Seats are limited!
ELA Standards Tour.pdfFY25 Endorsement Offerings
FY25 Endorsement Offerings
We are excited to offer endorsement opportunities in ESOL and Gifted education. Our endorsement cohorts will begin in the fall, winter, and spring to accommodate the needs of all educators. Course 1 registration for the fall cohort in both ESOL and Gifted endorsements is now open. Please see below for start dates and registration information.
Bimonthly virtual calls for updates, networking, and specialized training for curriculum and professional learning leaders through a partnership between the GaDOE Office of Teaching and Learning and your statewide RESA network.
When: Every Other Wednesday 9:00 AM-10:00 AM
Upcoming Dates:
September 4th
September 18th
October 2nd
October 16th
October 30th
Past Meeting Notes:
Legal Talks with PKKN
This course, facilitated by PKKN Law Firm, is designed specifically for school administrators seeking to stay informed on the latest legal updates, legislation changes, and essential legal topics relevant to their roles. Participants will gain valuable insights into recent developments in education law, compliance requirements, and best practices for navigating complex legal challenges within the school environment. The sessions will equip administrators with the knowledge needed to make informed decisions, mitigate risks, and ensure their institutions are operating within legal frameworks.
Legal Talks_Fall24.pdf
Professional Learning Offerings
Professional Learning Offerings
Inspire+Velocity Support Sessions
During these sessions, the GaDOE team will create breakout rooms to provide personalized support on any of the following topics: SuitCASE, GaDOE Inspire, Velocity Activities, and more. You can join for one or all of the sessions.
Dates: September 11th, September 25th, October 9th, October 30th, November 13th, November 27th, December 11th
Time: 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Let’s Talk ELA, GA!
Virtual professional learning series to prepare for the implementation of Georgia’s K-12 English Language Arts Standards. The next one is scheduled for September 12th from 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM.
Georgia Lexile Academy
Certification course offered at no cost to educators.
Instructional Tech Talks
The goal of the Instructional Tech Talk (iTT) initiative is to inspire and equip a community of Instructional Technology Specialists, academic coaches, and others by creating a platform where participants can share personal stories, struggles, successes, and EdTech resources and tips with each other to recharge the coaching batteries. Each iTT session features guest speakers who charge up and engage participants in inspiring Q&A time.
September 24th, October 22nd, November 12th, January 28th, February 25th, March 25th, April 22nd
Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
GaDOE Curriculum Leaders' Conference
Date: September 25th
Location: Classic Center in Athens
8th Annual STEM/STEAM Forum
Dates: October 21st and 22nd
Save the Date for the STEM/STEAM Forum in Athens. Join the DOE and educators across the state as they share experiences and build understanding of STEM and STEAM. This year's theme: Motion, Movement, and Momentum.
Check Out What's New on Our Website!
Check Out What's New on Our Website!
You can now view upcoming events for the week on our site's homepage at pioneerresa.org.
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