24/25 Professional Learning Series: Rigorous and Community Connected Classroom Instruction
Community Co-Creation: Designing Authentic Learning Projects Part I - Developing a Shared Vision | Wednesday, February 5, 6:00-7:30 PM MST
In this first part of a two-part series, participants will explore the importance of developing a shared vision for community-connected learning. Discover strategies for collaborating with colleagues, students, and community members to identify high-level content and skills that align with students' identities, cultures, and experiences.
Community Co-Creation: Designing Authentic Learning Projects Part II - Centering Voices from Outside the Classroom | Wednesday, April 23, 6:00-7:30 PM
Building upon the shared vision established in Part I, this session will focus on centering voices from outside the classroom in the co-creation of authentic learning projects. Participants will learn how to effectively engage community partners, experts, and families in the curriculum design process.
Elevate Your Professional Development Plan (PDP)
By participating in all four sessions of the Professional Learning Series 2023-2024, a participant can use the following SMART Goal blueprints and the accompanying SMART goal Artifact templates to support beginning, mid, and end of year professional development at the local level.