August Professional Learning Update
August Professional Learning Opportunities
Literacy
Wilson Reading System 3-Day Introductory Course
Facilitated by Ava White
Date Offered: August 13th-15th (Registration Link)
Let's READ Georgia! Literacy Support Overview (Virtual)
Facilitated by Let's READ Georgia! Team (dpenland@pioneerresa.org)
Date Offered: August 30th from 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM (Registration Link)
Math
High School Math Content GACE Prep Course Informational Meeting (Virtual)
Facilitated by Marcia Williams (mwilliams@pioneerresa.org)
Date Offered: August 21st from 3:45 PM - 4:45 PM (Registration Link)
Curriculum and Instruction
Heads Together
Facilitated by the RESA Network (ZOOM Link)
Dates Offered:
August 7th from 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
August 21st from 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
GACIS Meeting
Facilitated by Jan Pearce (jpearce@pioneerresa.org)
Date Offered: August 14th from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
GaDOE Teaching and Learning Summit
Facilitated by GaDOE Staff
Date Offered: August 28th from 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM (Registration Link)
GLRS
Special Education Director Collaborative
Facilitated by Sandy Walden (swalden@pioneerresa.org)
Date Offered: August 16th from 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM (Registration Link)
Special Education Teacher Induction
Facilitated by Lara Butler (lara.butler@pioneerresa.org)
Date Offered: August 22nd from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Registration Link)
Elementary Co-Teaching
Facilitated by Lara Butler (lara.butler@pioneerresa.org)
Date Offered: August 27th from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Registration Link)
Middle and High School Co-Teaching
Facilitated by Lara Butler (lara.butler@pioneerresa.org)
Date Offered: August 27th from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Registration Link)
Transition Collaborative
Facilitated by Teresa Bruce
Date Offered: August 29th from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Registration Link)
Whole Child/PBIS/Mental Health
Mental Health Specialist (Virtual)
Facilitated by Teresa Hearn (thearn@pioneerresa.org)
Date Offered: August 13th from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (Registration Link)
Whole Child Collaborative (Virtual)
Facilitated by Teresa Hearn (thearn@pioneerresa.org)
Date Offered: August 23rd from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
PBIS District Coordinator and School Coach Job-Alike (Virtual)
Facilitated by Jason Kaup (jkaup@pioneerresa.org)
Date Offered: August 30th from 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Other
Substitute Teacher Training
Facilitated by Jason Kaup (jkaup@pioneerresa.org)
Date Offered: August 9th from 8:30 AM- 12:00 PM (Registration Link)
Wilson Reading System Introductory Course
We are excited to offer districts an incredible opportunity to take advantage of the Wilson Reading System 3-Day Introductory Course at a fraction of the price! This comprehensive course provides an in-depth understanding of the Wilson Reading System, a structured literacy program designed to help students with dyslexia and other reading difficulties.
During the course, participants will:
Learn the principles of the Wilson Reading System.
Gain hands-on experience with the multisensory techniques and strategies.
Understand how to implement effective instruction for struggling readers.
Don’t miss this chance to empower your educators with the tools and knowledge to support every student's reading success with the Wilson Reading System. Secure your spots today and invest in a brighter future for your students! There are only 7 seats remaining!
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.
Teaching and Learning Summit
We are thrilled to extend an invitation to the GaDOE Teaching and Learning Summit, taking place on August 28th. This event, co-hosted by Pioneer RESA and NEGA RESA and facilitated by GaDOE staff, promises to be an invaluable opportunity for school and district leaders to gain insights, updates, and resources essential for navigating the evolving educational landscape. Throughout the day, attendees will engage with GaDOE staff through three keynote addresses and a series of breakout sessions covering essential topics.
Event Details:
Date: August 28th
Time: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM (Registration begins at 8:00 AM)
Location: The Boathouse @ Lake Lanier Olympic Park
3105 Clarks Bridge Road Gainesville, GA 30506
Cost: $20 for both members and non-members
Breakfast and Lunch will be provided
We encourage the attendance of school leaders, district leaders, instructional coaches, and other relevant personnel to maximize the benefits of this summit for your district.
Please mark your calendars and register at your earliest convenience to secure your spot at this event. The registration link can be found below:
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
High School Math Content GACE Prep Informational Meeting
August 21st- 3:45 PM - 4:45 PM: Course #4540 (VIRTUAL)
ELA Standards Teacher Tour
ELA Standards Tour.pdfWe are excited to announce that registration for the ELA Standards Tour for teacher leaders and literacy/instructional coaches is now open. At the request of the GaDOE, and to ensure equitable access, the number of available spaces for each district has been determined based on FTE counts. We kindly ask that you only register at the request of your district at this point. Registration by FTE will be open until August 15th. After this date, on August 16th, we will open any remaining seats to all districts on a first come, first serve basis. Please see the flyer for more information.
November 7th: Analyzing Georgia's K-12 ELA Standards: Foundations and Language for Grades K-5 (Course #: 4523)
November 8th: Adolescent Literacy, the Science of Reading, and Georgia's ELA Standards for 6-12 (Course #: 4524)
January 15th: Analyzing Georgia's K-12 ELA Standards: Texts and Practices for Grades K-5 (Course #: 4525)
January 16th: Analyzing Georgia's K-12 ELA Standards: Texts and Practices for Grades 6-12 (Course #: 4526)
Please refer to the allocations listed below to determine the number of participants your district can register. You can find the link to the ELA Standards Tour Courses here.
Elementary: Secondary:
Banks: 5 Lumpkin: 7 Banks: 5 Lumpkin: 6
Dawson: 7 Rabun: 4 Dawson: 6 Rabun: 4
Fannin: 4 Stephens: 6 Fannin: 5 Stephens: 6
Franklin: 6 Towns: 2 Franklin: 5 Towns: 2
Habersham: 12 Union: 5 Habersham: 12 Union: 5
Hall: 43 White: 6 Hall: 48 White: 7
Hart: 7 Gainesville: 15 Hart: 6 Gainesville: 14
Mount Ed.: 5
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.
TKES and LKES Credentialing
Teacher Keys Effectiveness System (TKES) Training and Credentialing
Facilitated by Jan Pearce (jpearce@pioneerresa.org)
Date Offered: September 11th (Registration Link)
Leader Keys Effectiveness System (LKES) Training and Credentialing
Facilitated by Jan Pearce (jpearce@pioneerresa.org)
Dates Offered:
September 9th (Registration Link)
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:
August 7th
August 21st
September 4th
September 18th
October 2nd
Past Meeting Notes:
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: August 6th, 14th, 20th, and 28th from 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 August 8th from 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM.
Georgia Lexile Academy
Certification course offered at no cost to educators.
Dive Deeper into Inspire's Resource Repositories
Discover an array of valuable resources including GAVS Content, K-12 Mathematics Curriculum and Instruction Support Resources, and specialized materials for Students with Cognitive Disabilities. Learn to efficiently navigate these repositories, uncovering standards-aligned content and engaging activities tailored to every grade and subject
Date: August 12th from 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM
Mastering Velocity: Creating Impactful Student Activities
Explore Velocity, a component of the Inspire application that offers interactive content to enhance student engagement. Learn to design activities, reinforce lessons, and foster deeper understanding. Create or import Velocity Student Activities, including GAVS content, for standalone use or integration with an LMS. Join content experts from Curriculum and Instruction, as they share real-life examples and guide you in developing your own Velocity activities
Dates:
August 12th from 10:00 AM - 10:45 PM
August 15th from 3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
ELA Standards Tour for District Leaders, Parts I and II
Did you miss the ELA Standards Launch Tour earlier this year? The GaDOE team is pleased to offer this additional opportunity to join together with district leaders new to their roles and/or district leaders seeking a make-up session for Part I and/or Part II of the ELA Standards Launch Tour.
Part I: August 12th from 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM (More Details and Registration Link)
Part II: August 13th from 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM (More Details and Registration Link)
Location: Georgia Department of Education
Georgia Literacy Academy: Creating a Bridge to Practice
Join this deep dive into the structure and content of the Georgia Literacy Academy. During this session, the GaDOE team will review the resources available to support building strong professional learning communities to ensure implementation of literacy learning. They will discuss ways to craft professional learning topics tailored to the needs of your teachers. Don’t miss this opportunity to empower yourself and your team to transform literacy instruction in your schools.
Date: August 19th from 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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.
Begins August 27th from 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.
Welcome New Pioneer RESA Staff!
Director of Instructional Technology
North GLRS Director
North GLRS Continuous Improvement Specialist
School Improvement Specialist
Literacy Specialist
Regional Literacy Coach
Regional Literacy Coach
Professional Learning Specialist
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