Proudly serving Eastern Montana and beyond
Each one Reach one
Teacher/Team Marcy Adams and Amber LaPierre of Glendive
Teri Fisk Para Educator Trista Papka of Sidney
CSPD events will be hosted on the OPI website. OPI will also be handling evaluations and renewal units. Thank you
Please know that when registering you will not receive a confirmation, when you successfully submit your registration consider yourself registered.
Registration link is below
June Institute Registration Link
June 1-Explicit Instruction research, elements, principles, teaching skills and strategies.
June 2 Teaching vocabulary and knowledge EI practices- This 2 day workshop offers a deep dive into Explicit Instruction as a powerful, evidence based approach to improving student learning across content areas and grade levels. participants will strengthen their instructional delivery and leave with concrete strategies, tools and plans for integrating Explicit Instruction into daily teaching.
June 3 Evidence Based Strategies for Designing Intensive Instruction- Data-Based Individualization is a systematic method for intensifying instruction within MTSS. The Steps of the DBI process will be learned and explored to address persistent learning challenges. Participants will learn to apply DPI by adapting interventions in group size, instructional strategies and materials. Participants will leave with greater confidence and practical strategies for supporting students who need more intensive individualized instruction.
June 4 Evidence Based Writing Instruction-Research to Practice Come to explore best practices for writing instruction grounded in research and application by examining key findings on effective writing instruction and daily application. The Writing Rope will be the guiding framework . Educators will leave with practical tools and a clearer vision for strengthening writing instruction in their own classroom.
Presented by Marci Parks
September 1st, 8th, 15th & 22nd, 2026 4-6 pm via zoom
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 |Session 1 | Launching the Early Childhood Classroom: Planning Developmentally Appropriate Environments, Materials, Routines, and Behavior Supports
Tuesday, September 8, 2026 |Session 2 | Building Literacy Foundations (Part 1): Understanding the Alphabetic Principle for Long-Term Academic Success
Tuesday, September 15, 2026 |Session 3 | Building Literacy Foundations (Part 2): Strengthening Oral Language for Long-Term Academic Success
Tuesday, September 22, 2026 |Session 4 | Number Sense: Essential Foundations of Early Numeracy
This comprehensive, four-part VIRTUAL training series is designed to equip leaders and early childhood educators with the knowledge and tools necessary to build a strong early childhood program aligned to Montana early childhood standards. Participants will gain an in-depth understanding of evidence-based practices to support the development of a high-quality, developmentally appropriate program. We will hone in on classroom essentials as well as early literacy and early numeracy foundations that are critical building blocks for success.
Join the Montana Community of Science Teacher Leaders(CoSTL)!
Are you passionate about shaping the future of science education in Montana? The Montana Office of Public Instruction invites K–8 science and STEM educators to join a dynamic statewide professional community dedicated to excellence and innovation.
Why Join CoSTL? As a member of this leadership community, you will collaborate with peers across the state to:
Elevate Instruction: Strengthen 3D science and STEM teaching practices.
Lead the Way: Drive proficiency-based learning and assessment.
Integrate IEFA: Build meaningful IEFA (Indian Education for All) connections into science.
Direct Impact: Influence statewide growth by reviewing MAST items, leading professional development at conferences, and contributing to the Montana Teacher Learning Hub.
Opportunities: Create and referee high-quality lessons for the state science repository and pilot new units with real student feedback.
Time Commitment
When: Virtual meetings are held on the fourth Tuesday of every month through May 2026.
Kickoff: Our first meeting is January 27, 2026.
Our Purpose: We believe every Montana student deserves rigorous, meaningful STEM experiences. By joining this community, you are helping students develop the critical thinking skills they need to thrive in their future careers and personal lives.
The training calendar for registration and session information
https://sites.google.com/opiconnect.org/cspdtrainingcalendar/statewi
State-Wide CSPD Professional Development
The Montana Comprehensive System of Personnel Development offers a variety of professional development across five regions across the state that is opened to all Montana educators. Please check out the Office of Public Instruction's website to find available in-person and virtual workshops.
On-Demand Training and Webinars
The Montana Autism Education Project (MAEP) is a statewide initiative housed within the Special Education Professional Development Unit at the Montana Office of Public Instruction. Launched in 2010, the MAEP was created in response to a growing number of technical assistance and training requests from schools supporting students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Since that time, the MAEP has expanded its scope to address the evolving needs of educators working with students across a range of developmental and behavioral profiles. Today, the project offers comprehensive services including individual and classroom consultations, coaching and capacity building programs, professional development opportunities, conference scholarships, and a virtual library with resources, research, and field tools for educators. The MAEP remains committed to building educator capacity, promoting inclusive practices, and enhancing outcomes for all students.
All trainings provided by MAEP are free to Montana Public School Educators and Service Providers.
For more information, please contact Katie Mattingley at katie.mattingley@mt.gov.
Free Support for Families of Children with Disabilities
Families of children and young adults with disabilities across Montana have access to free, confidential support through the Montana Empowerment Center, the state’s federally funded Parent Training and Information Center. Montana Empowerment Website