The following learning opportunities are provided for you to learn more about district teaching and learning.
We have a series of in-person sessions that will be held at the Instructional Resource Center at 14090 Black Bob Road.
There are also a number of sessions being offered through Nearpod. Complete these opportunities on your own time and when you are ready for the information. As you start the Nearpod session, please enter your first and last name when prompted in order to get credit for completion.
Professional development points can be earned for completion of any and all of these sessions.
Completing these modules will ensure the best start to your school year!
Test Like a Pro: Academic Assessments for Special Educators
When: July 30th, 8:30-11:30
Where: Instructional Resource Center, 14090 S. Black Bob Road
Get ready to boost your confidence and sharpen your skills! In this engaging and interactive session for gifted facilitators and resource teachers, learn how to effectively administer individual academic assessments to students. Through hands-on activities, real-life practice, and a sprinkle of fun, participants will walk away with a clear understanding of when, why, and how to give academic tests like the WIAT-4 that truly reflect student ability and help plan for instruction. Whether you’re new to testing or just need a refresher, this session will leave you assessment-ready and energized!
Sign up here! https://forms.microsoft.com/r/KcpYf3N3Wn
Verbal Behavior Training and VBMAPP Assessment
When: July 29-31 8:00am-4:00pm
Where: Briarwood Elementary School 14101 S. Brougham Dr
Join us July 29–31 at Brougham Elementary for an intensive training opportunity designed for new and current Autism teachers and SLPs serving center-based autism programs.
Participants will engage in two days of hands-on Verbal Behavior training, focusing on developing verbal skills, flexible responding, and meaningful social interactions. The training also covers essential components of effective classroom programming, including scheduling, material organization, staff training, and data-driven instruction.
Day three will provide in-depth instruction on the VB-MAPP assessment—Olathe's primary tool for measuring language and learning milestones in students with Autism or language delays.
Earn 21 PD points which is equivalent to 1 college credit with full participation.
Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your skills and enhance your impact!
Sign up here to attend this great training. https://forms.office.com/r/7FyS9vHKPX
Structured Teaching Workshop
Audience - all special education teachers
When: July 29, 2025 8:00am - 4:00pm
Where: Instructional Resource Center
Join us for a full-day, hands-on workshop focused on the principles and practices of Structured Teaching!
This session is ideal for educators working with students who benefit from clear routines, visual supports, and structured learning environments.
Workshop Highlights:
Foundations of Structured Teaching
Creating Structured Classrooms
Visual Schedules and Work Systems
Hands-On Material Design and Practice
Strategies for Student Independence
👩🏫 Presented by: Kaitlyn North and Ashley Linz
💡 Space is limited – register today!
🔗 Register in Frontline
📧 For questions, contact: Sara Dilday: scdilday@olatheschools.org
☎️ Or call: (913) 481-7881
Reading 6-12
Audience – New Reading Teachers 6-12
Training options— Please sign-up to let us know your training plans. We want to be ready for any and all who can come!
July 23rd: 8:00-11:30 or 12:30-4:00 (IRC 400/410)
August 5th: 8:00-11:30 (IRC 110)
Sign up here! - https://forms.office.com/r/WM4N5rR04j
Literacy 6-8 - Reading Units of Study
Audience – Teacher new to Reading Units of Study
Training options— Please sign-up to let us know your training plans. We want to be ready for any and all who can come!
o July 22nd: 8:00-11:30 or 12:30-4:00 (IRC 110)
o July 31st: 8:00-11:30 or 12:30-4:00 (IRC 110)
Join Coordinator of English Language Arts, Kim Dahl, at the Instructional Resource Center (14090 Black Bob Rd).
Sign up here! https://forms.office.com/r/WGeRRSFSbQ
English Language Arts K-5 Overview Video (approximately 30 minutes)
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K-5 Eureka! Nearpod Module
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Mathematics 6-12 Nearpod Module (approximately 1 hour)
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Science K-5 Nearpod Module ( approximately 1 hour)
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Social Studies K-5 Nearpod Module (approximately 1 hour)
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