Level Up Leadership Cohort Mentors and Participants Announced
A list of selected mentors and participants for the 2023-2024 Level Up Leadership cohort can be found here. Contact IDOE's Office of Educator Talent with any questions.
Indiana STEM (I-STEM) Educator Expansion Program Registration Now Available
IDOE is partnering with Educational Service Centers (ESCs) of Indiana to launch the I-STEM partnership. I-STEM provides support for both currently licensed teachers in non-STEM areas and prospective teachers who are not licensed and hold a bachelor’s degree to become licensed to teach in a STEM content area. IDOE has identified eligible STEM content areas as life science, chemistry, earth/space science, physics, physical science, computer science, technology education, and mathematics. Click here for more information and registration. Contact IDOE's Office of Educator Talent with any questions.
Get Your Teach On Webinars & On-Demand Resources
Indiana educators can access free professional development live and on-demand webinars from Get Your Teach On. Access on-demand sessions here in the Indiana Learning Lab, and register for Backstage Pass to Your Best Instruction on Thursday, September 7, at 8 p.m. ET. Contact IDOE's Office of Educator Talent with any questions.
2023 Indiana Academic Standards (IAS) Frameworks Now Available
Educators may access new 2023 IAS Frameworks resources on the Indiana Learning Lab to guide best practices in instruction and learning opportunities for students:
Resources for additional content areas will be available soon. Create a free account on the Indiana Learning Lab today to access additional resources. Contact IDOE’s Office of Teaching and Learning with any questions.
FREE! Future-Focused Learning Series Regional Summits and Modules
Educators are encouraged to participate in the Future-Focused Learning Series, a collaborative effort with IDOE and ESCI. This series is designed to support Indiana educators in the implementation of the streamlined and prioritized 2023 Indiana Academic Standards, Early Learning Standards, and Integrated STEM Standards. The series kicks off with regional, one-day summits taking place in September. Visit the Future-Focused Learning Series webpage for more information and to register. Several seats remain for southern Indiana sessions. Contact IDOE’s Office of Teaching and Learning with any questions.
K-12 2023 IAS Frameworks Live Professional Development (PD) Session
K-12 educators and administrators are invited to attend the live session Frameworks for the 2023 Indiana Academic Standards on Monday, October 23, from 4 to 4:30 p.m. ET. During this session, participants will locate the frameworks, understand how they are constructed, learn how to utilize frameworks to plan high-quality, standards-aligned instruction, and observe key differences between various content areas. Register today to attend this informative session. Contact IDOE’s Office of Teaching and Learning with any questions.
Educators Needed: Earn PGP Points and Review High-Quality STEM Curricular Materials
IDOE seeks qualified educators (including accessibility representatives) and other stakeholders to serve on high-quality curricular materials review committees in the areas of K-8 Science/Engineering, 9-12 Science, K-8 Technology (Computer Science), and K-12 Mathematics. View this flier for more information and apply using the educator JotForm or community member JotForm. Contact IDOE’s Office of Teaching and Learning with any questions.
Dyslexia Screening Office Hours
IDOE’s Literacy Center and Office of Student Assessment are offering office hours to support schools with completing universal dyslexia screening for students in kindergarten through grade two within the 90 calendar days of the start of the school year. The requirements and list of approved screeners can be found in Appendix A of the 2023-2024 Dyslexia Programming Guidance for Schools. The sessions will start with a brief overview of the screening process followed by time for individual questions. Join one of the sessions below:
Contact IDOE’s Literacy Center with any questions.
Interest Form for Science of Reading Course Now Available
Educators serving students in preschool through grade three are invited to a new self-paced course in the Indiana Learning Lab on what the science of reading is and how it informs the application of research-based instructional practices using a Structured Literacy approach through effective teaching and assessing foundational reading skills. After completing each module quiz with a minimum score of 80%, participants will receive a certificate of completion, 25 Professional Growth Plan (PGP) points, and a one-time stipend of $1,200 as compensation for their time and dedication to Hoosier students. Complete this form to indicate your interest in taking this course. Completing the form does not guarantee enrollment in the science of reading modules. Next steps will be communicated in late fall. Contact IDOE’s Literacy Center with any questions.
Imagination Library Family and Educator Resources
Each month, Imagination Library mails participating children ages birth to five a free book. To support a love of reading and increase enjoyment, these family resources provide music, activities, vocabulary, and connecting book and read-aloud ideas. You can also join representatives from the state library, Imagination Library, and IDOE’s Office of Kindergarten Readiness in a session on the role of read-alouds in the Indiana Learning Lab. Families are invited to attend Wednesday, September 20, from 4 to 4:30 p.m. ET. Educators are encouraged to join the session on Wednesday, September 27, from 4 to 4:30 p.m. ET. To access the guides and register for the read aloud sessions, please create a free account to the Indiana Learning Lab. Contact IDOE’s Office of Kindergarten Readiness with any questions.
September PD with IDOE
IDOE has new sessions for September’s PD with IDOE series! Join IDOE’s Office of Digital Learning as they start the month on Wednesday, September 6, at 4 p.m. ET with New Virtual Courses: A Walkthrough. View a full list of the September sessions here. To register for workshops, or view on demand sessions, create a free Learning Lab account by visiting the LINK Portal or the Indiana Learning Lab directly and use your school email address to log in. Contact IDOE’s Office of Digital Learning with any questions.
Blended Learning Series with Dr. Catlin Tucker
IDOE is excited to announce that Dr. Catlin Tucker, a renowned expert on blended learning strategies, is coming to the Indiana Learning Lab. Dr. Tucker will present 13 virtual sessions exclusive to Indiana educators. The first sessions will take place on Tuesday, September 19, at 4 p.m. ET. Register for the series here. Contact IDOE’s Office of Digital Learning with any questions.
Register Now for Elevating Education: Improving Outcomes for All Statewide Conference
Registration is open for Elevating Education: Improving Outcomes for All, a new statewide conference from IDOE and the IEP Technical Assistance (TA) Center. The conference is intended for general educators, special educators, and administrators and will take place at the Hyatt Regency Indianapolis and the Indiana Convention Center on Tuesday, November 28, and Wednesday, November 29. Register here, as space is limited. Contact IDOE’s Office of Student Support and Accessibility with any questions.
Additional Opportunities to Recognize Indiana Educators
Throughout the year, numerous opportunities arise nationwide to acknowledge the incredible work of Indiana educators. IDOE’s Office of Educator Talent has developed this document, which will be updated periodically with external opportunities to recognize educators. To submit an educator recognition opportunity not listed, contact Anne Marie Milligan.
2024 Indiana Teacher of the Year (INTOY) Top 10 Finalists Announced
The Indiana Teacher of the Year Screening Committee is excited to announce the 2024 INTOY Top 10 finalists. The top 10 candidates will be considered by the selection committee as they select the top three finalists. Details on the finalists can be found here. For more information on the INTOY program, contact Rebecca Estes.
The Reading League Indiana Film Screening and Panel Discussion
The Right to Read shares the stories of those who fight to provide our youngest generation with the most foundational indicator of life-long success: the ability to read. Join The Reading League Indiana for a live screening of this powerful documentary, followed by a panel discussion about the ongoing efforts to improve literacy outcomes for Indiana students and how you can get involved. The screening will be held on Tuesday, September 12, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. ET at Ivy Tech in Sellersburg. Tickets are free but required for entry. Register here. Contact The Reading League Indiana with questions.
Opportunity for Instructional Coaches from Keep Indiana Learning
A fall and spring cadre is now forming to support new and veteran instructional coaches in strengthening their coaching practices. Learn more about this opportunity and register here. Contact Keep Indiana Learning with any questions.
FROM THE LILLY ENDOWMENT: Renewal Grants for Indiana K-12 Educators
The Lilly Endowment is pleased to announce the 37th round of its Teacher Creativity Fellowship Program (TCFP). This program supports educators throughout Indiana by providing resources for them to take time for meaningful renewal. The Endowment believes that through new experiences, exploration, and reflection educators can generate renewed energy in their careers, innovative approaches to teaching and educational leadership, and thoughtful ways to encourage students’ creative thinking. The Endowment expects to award approximately 100 grants, each totaling up to $15,000, in 2024. The application deadline is 5 p.m. ET on Monday, September 11. To learn more visit the Lilly Endowment website. Contact Lilly Endowment staff with any questions.
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Wednesday, September 6, at 4 p.m. ET
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September PD with IDOE: New Virtual Courses: A Walkthrough
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Thursday, September 7, at 8 p.m. ET
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Get Your Teach On webinar: Backstage Pass to Your Best Instruction
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Monday, September 11, at 5 p.m. ET
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Deadline to submit Teacher Creativity Fellowship Program grants
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Tuesday, September 12, from 10 to 10:45 a.m. ET
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Dyslexia Screening office hours
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Tuesday, September 12, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. ET
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The Right to Read screening and panel discussion at Ivy Tech Sellersburg
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Tuesday, September 19, at 4 p.m. ET
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Blended Learning with Dr. Caitlin Tucker in the Indiana Learning Lab
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Thursday, September 21, from 4 to 4:45 p.m. ET
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Dyslexia Screening office hours
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Wednesday, September 27, from 4 to 4:30 p.m. ET
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Indiana Learning Lab Session: The Role of Read Alouds
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Monday, October 23, from 4 to 4:30 p.m.
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Frameworks for the 2023 Indiana Academic Standards professional development session
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Tuesday, November 28, and Wednesday, November 29
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Elevating Education: Improving Outcomes for All statewide conference. Register here.
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