Indiana STEM Educator Expansion Program (I-STEM) Registration Now Available
IDOE is pleased to announce a new partnership with Educational Service Centers of Indiana (ESC of I) to strengthen Indiana’s STEM educator pipeline. The I-STEM partnership provides support for both currently licensed non-STEM teachers, 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 to learn more and register, or contact IDOE's Office of Educator Talent for more information.
2023 Indiana Academic Standards Resources: Vertical Articulation Guides
Vertical articulation guides for English/Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics are now available in the Indiana Learning Lab. These resources provide an overview of the progression of the updated K-12 Indiana Academic Standards. Correlation guides for ELA, Mathematics, and Computer Science to help educators cross reference the 2020 and 2023 standards will be available soon. Contact IDOE’s Office of Teaching and Learning with any questions.
Register for Future-Focused Learning Series School Year Support Workshops
The Future-Focused Learning Series from IDOE and ESC of I will host five live professional development workshops in regions across the state to support implementation of the 2023 Indiana Academic Standards, Early Learning Standards, and Indiana Academic Standards for Integrated STEM. Register for the School Year Support Workshops and contact ESC of I with any questions.
2023 K-12 Indiana Academic Standards Frameworks
Frameworks for the streamlined 2023 Indiana Academic Standards in ELA, Mathematics, Science, STEM, and Computer Science are now available in the Indiana Learning Lab. Frameworks for Social Studies will be added in coming weeks. These frameworks are provided to help teachers unpack the standards and guide the planning and implementation of student learning opportunities. Frameworks for the 2020 Indiana Academic Standards will continue to be available in the Indiana Learning Lab until assessment for these standards concludes. Contact IDOE’s Office of Teaching and Learning with any questions.
Register for November Indiana Learning Lab Sessions
Educators can register for live professional development (PD) sessions in the Indiana Learning Lab throughout November to earn Professional Growth Plan (PGP) points and tackle important educational topics. November opportunities include:
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November PD with IDOE: Helping Your Beginning Reader at Home: Wednesday, November 8, at 4 p.m. ET
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Partnering for Preschool Series: Measuring Quality in Preschool Programs on Thursday, November 9 at 4 p.m. ET
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Virtual Learning Essentials Series: Improving Virtual Instruction Using the 4E Framework on Tuesday, November 14, at 4 p.m. ET.
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November PD with IDOE: Learning Through Experiences with the Migrant Education Program: Wednesday, November 15, at 4 p.m. ET
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Science of Reading: Experts Explain Series: The Nuts n' Bolts of aligning a Multi-Tiered System of Support for All Readers on Thursday, November 16, at noon ET
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November PD with IDOE: Supporting Student Literacy at the Secondary Level: Wednesday, November 29, at 4 p.m. ET
To register for workshops or view on-demand sessions, create a free 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.
College Board Training Opportunities & PSAT/NMSQT Results
Educators and students can now access PSAT/NMSQT results if they tested by Saturday, October 14, and remaining scores will be available to educators by Tuesday, November 14, and students on Thursday, November 16.
High school educators, counselors, and staff supporting College Board assessments can register for workshops throughout the 2023-2024 school year, including PSAT data workshops in November. Contact College Board with any questions.
ILEARN Through-Year Resources & Instructional Planning
As Indiana plans to transition to a through-year ILEARN assessment model for mathematics and English/language arts beginning with the 2025-2026 school year, educators and school leaders can begin preparation using test blueprints and upcoming resources on the ILEARN Moodle course. Reference this course for new information throughout the coming months. Contact IDOE’s Office of Student Assessment with any questions.
ILEARN, IREAD-3, and I AM Test Preparation Resources
Practice tests for ILEARN and IREAD-3 assessments to prepare for 2024 testing will be available through the Test Delivery System (TDS) beginning Monday, November 6. Refer to the TDS User Guide to support practice test administration. The following resources are also now available on the Indiana Assessment Portal:
Contact the Indiana Assessment Help Desk with any questions regarding these resources.
Register for Transitions 101: Let’s Get Started
Join IDOE, the Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning (OECOSL), and the Indiana Head Start Association on Wednesday, December 6, from noon to 1:30 p.m. ET for a session to explore the basics of smooth transitions for children and families whether transitioning into services or kindergarten. This session will feature how Early Learning Standards prepare students for kindergarten, review a toolkit of transition tools, and learn how family engagement can assist in the overall process for children. Register for this session now. Contact IDOE’s Office of Kindergarten Readiness with any questions.
November English Learner (EL) PD Opportunities & Resources
IDOE’s Office of English Learning and Migrant Education and partners offer numerous PD throughout November to EL staff and educators. Visit the Indiana EL Professional Development Opportunities Calendar to view and register for opportunities. Additional resources like the updated Secondary EL Toolkit can be found in the Indiana EL Community in Moodle. Contact IDOE’s Office of English Learning and Migrant Education with any questions.
Register for Elevating Education: Improving Outcomes for All Statewide Conference in November
Register now 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. For more information on presenters and session descriptions, view the registration brochure. Register here, as space is limited! Contact the IEP TA Center 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.
Nextech Opportunities: Artificial Intelligence (AI) Literacy Series & Computer Science Conference
Nextech is offering two November sessions to support discussion of how digital literacy and computer science meet in AI literacy in the classroom. Register for the following sessions:
Students in grades eight through 12 can also register for Nextech Navigate, a virtual computer science conference designed to inspire and inform students to pursue a post-secondary path in computer science and technology. Encourage students to register now for this four-hour, virtual conference. Contact sarah@nextech.org with questions.
Register Now for CodeHS Fall Computer Science Workshops
CodeHS is offering computer science programming bootcamps (Java, Python, JavaScript, Cybersecurity), Praxis Computer Science Exam preparation, and online PD mini-courses. Indiana K-12 teachers are eligible to participate in these opportunities to expand content knowledge, learn pedagogy, and interact with other computer science educators. Upon completion of these PD opportunities, participants earn PGP points and a stipend. Register here and contact CodeHS with questions.
PATINS Project Weekly Virtual Office Hours
Join the PATINS Project for virtual office hours on Zoom, where you can connect with staff and discuss topics like Accessible Educational Materials (AEM), Assistive Technology (AT), and Universal Design for Learning (UDL). Find the complete calendar and registration information on the PATINS Virtual Office Hours webpage. Contact the PATINS Project with any questions.
Central Indiana Corporate Partnership (CICP) Hosts See Yourself IN Summit for High School Students and Educators
Join the Central Indiana Corporate Partnership (CICP) and its five talent and industry sector initiatives for the See Yourself IN Summit on Thursday, November 16, or Friday, November 17. Attendees will learn about the state’s thriving agbiosciences, life sciences, advanced manufacturing and logistics, and tech sectors, as well as the career opportunities open to students in these advanced industries. Five points of continuing education credit will be available, and the session will be streamed for those unable to attend. Register here and send any questions to Raquel Bahamonde.
New from the American Council of Engineering Companies of Indiana (ACEC): Civil Engineering Presentations for National Engineers Week
Each year, ACEC Indiana coordinates an effort to organize volunteers in the civil engineering profession to speak at elementary, middle, and high schools across Indiana during National Engineers Week (February 18-24, 2024). National Engineers Week is dedicated to promoting engineering as a potential career in young students by increasing understanding of and interest in engineering and technology careers. Teachers may request up to five presentations/sessions to host an engineer in the classroom and ACEC will accommodate at least one from every teacher (potentially more, based on volunteer availability). Learn more here and request a presentation.
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Monday, November 6
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ILEARN and IREAD-3 practice tests available through TDS
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Wednesday, November 8, 3:30 to 4 p.m. ET
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Nextech: AI 101 & AI Concepts
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Wednesday, November 8, 4 to 4:30 p.m. ET
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Helping Your Beginning Reader at Home
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Thursday, November 9, 4 to 5 p.m. ET
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Measuring Quality in Preschool Programs
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Tuesday, November 14
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PSAT/NMSQT scores available to educators
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Tuesday, November 14, 4 to 5 p.m. ET
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Improving Virtual Instruction Using the 4E Framework
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Wednesday, November 15, 3:30 to 4 p.m. ET
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Nextech: Using AI in the Classroom
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Wednesday, November 15, 4 to 4:30 p.m. ET
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Learning Through Experiences with the Migrant Education Program
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Thursday, November 16
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PSAT/NMSQT scores available to students
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Thursday, November 16, noon to 1 p.m. ET
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The Nuts n' Bolts of Aligning MTSS for All Readers
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Thursday, November 16, and Friday, November 17
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See Yourself IN Summit
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Tuesday, November 28, and Wednesday, November 29
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Elevating Education: Improving Outcomes for All statewide conference
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Wednesday, November 29, 4 to 4:30 p.m. ET
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Supporting Student Literacy at the Secondary Level
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Thursday, November 30, 4 to 5 p.m. ET
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Five Strategies to Improve Engagement in K-12 Virtual Learning
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Wednesday, December 6, noon to 1:30 p.m ET
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OECOSL Transition to Kindergarten Summit
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