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We're pleased to pass along these professional learning opportunities, brought to you by Washington's Educational Service Districts. 
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Enhancing Evidence-Based Literacy Practices for Students Who are Behind in Literacy: Can We Catch Them Up?
May 24, 2016 | Renton | Hosted by Puget Sound ESD
This professional development will cover literacy domains (e.g., phonological skills, phonics/spelling, fluency, morphology, comprehension, vocabulary, read alouds, and writing) that require enhancements for students in Tiers 2 and 3. Along with information providing a rationale for teaching the aforementioned literacy domains, participants will engage in hands-on activities to increase their knowledge base. Participants should bring a copy of the core curriculum and/or literacy books used to teach literacy to students. Clock hours available: $11 for 5.5 hours. Send inquiries to Jill Clayton, jclayton@psesd.org.
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Intro to LEGO EV3 Robotics at the Elementary Level
June 4, 2016 | Kent | Hosted by Puget Sound ESD
Through generous support of Washington FIRST Robotics, this class is offered at a fantastic price! They will provide the facility, computers, robot kits, and licenses for the class! This class will be a basic introduction to using the LEGO Mindstorms EV3 Robotics Kits at the elementary (3-6) level and assumes no prior experience. Audience: Teachers grades 3-6. Teachers K-12 welcome but focus will be on intermediate level. Course fee of $125 includes lunch. This course will qualify for 6 WA STEM clock hours. Send inquiries to jhinrichs@psesd.org.
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INSPIRE 2016 Conference
June 14-15, 2016 | Pasco | Hosted by ESD 123
ESD 123 is proud to present this hands-on opportunity for sharing and learning the innovative uses of technology and instructional strategies in K-4 literacy, Special Education, STEM, and the Arts. Explore breakout sessions and the vendor hall to encounter creative, innovated ways to reach students in order to further their learning - whether it's through new ways to use technology or other creative strategies for engaging learning in the classroom. Send inquiries to Jessica Howard, jhoward@esd123.org
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Teacher Life 2016
June 20-23, 2016 | Wenatchee | Hosted by North Central ESD
This conference is an opportunity for learning, collaborating, and creating with NCW educators! Participants will have over 30 classes to choose from in the areas of STEM, Best Practices for All, ELL/ Migrant, TPEP, Technology Integration, Information Services, Student Support/ Special Education, PBIS, and ELA. Classes are provided by NCESD staff and experts from the region. Send inquiries to barbaran@ncesd.org
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Issues of Abuse: What the Educational Professional Needs to Know
June 21-22, 2016 | Renton | Hosted by Puget Sound ESD
Learn about the impact of trauma on student behavior and learning and to recognize/report abuse and access resources for students in need. This workshop complies with Washington Administrative Code 181-79A-030 and meets the "Issues of Abuse" course requirement for candidates seeking continuing Washington State teacher, administrator, counselor or psychologist certification. This workshop also meets the Washington State Teacher/Principal Evaluation Project Criterion 5: Fostering and managing a safe, positive learning environment. Available: 10 clock hours ($20) or 1 SPU credit ($42). Send inquiries to kaws@psesd.org
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Concept-based Curriculum & Instruction
June 28-30, 2016 | Anacortes | Hosted by Northwest ESD
In this highly interactive session for K-12 educators, Lynn Erickson and Mischelle Darragh will contrast a 3-dimensional concept-based curriculum and instruction model with the 2-dimensional coverage model. Learn specific, practical instructional strategies that engage the hearts and minds of students. Send inquiries to jlongchamps@nwesd.org
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Full Day Kindergarten and WaKIDS Summit
July 18-20, 2016 | Vancouver | Hosted by ESD 112
For kindergarten teachers new to implementing full day kindergarten who are looking to strengthen their existing full day kindergarten classrooms, this summit will cover planning effective, appropriate, and engaging learning environments and experiences. July 18, 19, and 20, teachers will have access to workshops on full-day kindergarten best practices and WaKIDS 201. Send inquiries to Ileana Stover, ileana.stover@esd112.org.
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Number Talks: Thinking with Numbers K-2
July 18-19, 2016 | Anacortes | Hosted by Northwest ESD
Teachers will learn to help students acquire competence in computation using visual models and number relationships to build number sense and to develop numerically powerful strategies that make sense to students. Course time is devoted to helping teachers strengthen their own understanding of mathematics. Participants receive a copy of Number Talks in the Primary Classroom, by Kathy Richardson and Sue Dolphin. Send inquiries to nmenard@nwesd.org
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Science Summit
August 16-17, 2016 | Centralia | Hosted by ESD 112
The Science Learning Summit will provide opportunities for PreK-12 educators to engage in a variety of learning experiences in science and STEM, network with other educators, and prepare for the upcoming school year with a fresh vision for transitioning to NGSS (WSSLS)! Send inquiries to lforbush@esd113.org
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How to Produce More & Still Get the Job Done in a Sensible Work Week
September 15-16, 2016 | Pasco | Hosted by ESD 123
With a proven method that has reshaped the lives of administrators across the globe, The Breakthrough Coach provides you with the structure to: spend two full days each week observing classrooms; work more efficiently; empower your staff; enjoy work-life balance; raise student achievement -- all in a sensible work week. Facilitated by Dr. Cordell Jones, school principal and associate of Malachi Pancoast at The Breakthrough Coach. Send inquiries to Jessica Howard, jhoward@esd123.org
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