
Teaching & Learning 21
February 2025
News & Updates
Remake Learning Days 2025
Our Remake Learning Days Northeast PA region is currently seeking event hosts for this year's festival running from May 1 - May 23, 2025.
Click here to learn more about Remake Learning Days Northeast PA and to register your local event!
The FAQ below would be a great start if you are planning your own event.
The second attached flyer highlights our regional mega-event focused on Esports.
PDE STEELS Materials & Resources Curation Sessions
The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) will host STEELS materials and resources curation sessions on March 3–5, 2025, at PaTTAN Harrisburg. Pennsylvania educator teams will collaborate to locate, identify, and curate STEELS aligned materials and resources for inclusion on the SAS Portal.
Key Details:
- Participants will be reimbursed for travel, meals, lodging, and substitute costs as applicable.
- Stipends are NOT available but Act 48 credit will be offered.
- Tentative Schedule:
- March 3: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- March 4: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
- March 5: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
- Two virtual sessions may be scheduled as needed.
Application Information:
- Apply here: Application Form
- Deadline: February 12, 2025
- Notification Date: February 19, 2025 (Accepted educators will receive lodging and reimbursement details at this time.)
PSSA/Keystone Online Tools Training for Math Teachers
PDE is offering Online Tools Training sessions for mathematics educators. These sessions are designed for classroom teachers, instructional coaches and curriculum specialists who will prepare students for PSSA and Keystone Exam online testing. Please use the link or QR Code below to register for grade level specific review of the online tools.
Each grade level will review the questions from the Online Tools Training. Registration for each session will close 24 hours prior to the session, and an email with the link to the Microsoft Teams meeting will be sent to those who register at that point. Each course/grade level will have two sessions offered - the same material will be covered in both sessions, so educators can select the day/time most convenient. Educators can attend more than one session. The sessions will not be recorded.
Register by completing the link below:
PASCD Eastern Region: Skills for the Future Panel Discussion & Breakfast
Join our panels of workforce and educational leaders as we discuss career readiness in PA. Participants will have the opportunity to submit questions for panelists to drive our discussion! Check out the lineup and get the link to register by viewing this PASCD Flyer.
This event is offered in collaboration with PASCD and sponsored by Pathful.
Thursday, Mar 27, 2025, 08:00 AM
Lehigh Carbon Community College, Education Park Drive, Schnecksville, PA, USA
Resources for the Field
Building Bridges: STEM & STEELS Summit 2025
We will have a full day of concurrent sessions for teachers, curriculum directors, and administrators to attend. Teq will sponsor a light breakfast as well as lunch, and provide demonstrations of different STEM resources that are available in our CLIU STEM Lending Library.
See the Building Bridges flyer.
Register for the Building Bridges: STEM & STEELS Summit.
Questions: stem@cliu.org
Friday, Mar 7, 2025, 09:00 AM
Lehigh Carbon Community College, Education Park Drive, Schnecksville, PA, USA
Using WIDA Proficiency Descriptors & Instructional Strategies to Design Core Instruction
In this workshop led by ELD expert, Dr. Andrea Kolb, you will:
- Closely analyze WIDA ACCESS Report Cards
- Utilize the WIDA Proficiency Level Descriptors to determine appropriate instructional scaffolds and growth goals
- Review a number of instructional strategies to support ELs
- Practice connecting a particular language barrier to an appropriate strategy and tool
Join this workshop on March 13 by registering on CPE Tracker or at www.cliu.org/register.
Questions? - Christin Adams (adamsc@cliu.org)
Innovative Instruction: Enhancing Learning with Technology and AI
In this session we will explore various AI tools to assist teachers with: Planning, Content, Intellectual Prep, & Student Support.
Join this hands-on workshop on February 26, 2025, by registering on CPE Tracker or at www.cliu.org/register.
Questions? - Melissa Volcskai (volcskaim@cliu.org)
Student Centered Learning: Empower Book Study
Join this virtual book study from March 4 - April 1 (with 3 online meetings) by registering on CPE Tracker or at www.cliu.org/register. (First 10 registrants receive a free copy of EMPOWER.)
Questions? - Eric Lech (leche@cliu.org)
Educational Technologies Spotlight
EverFi News
To kick off February we have a great lineup of events and resources. From character building lessons ahead of the Big Game to resources for Black History Month, you’ll find everything your teachers need to keep your students engaged all month long below:
🌎 February District Roundtable 🌎
Join us Wednesday, February 12th for Fostering Equity in K-12 Schools. This session is designed specifically for district administrators who are committed to creating inclusive and equitable learning environments for all students.
Did you miss the January Roundtable discussion? Check out the replay of last month’s Transforming School Culture Roundtable here.
🎥 MTSS Webinar On-demand 🎥
Last week, we hosted a webinar discussing effective strategies for enhancing student outcomes through MTSS. Watch the replay to learn how EVERFI resources can support your district’s implementation of these strategies and drive student success.
🤎 Black History Month 🤎
February is Black History Month. Celebrate all month long with free access to our resources, toolkit, and eventsbelow.
For Teachers: Join us for an inspiring webinar in honor of Black History Month, designed specifically for middle and high school educators.
For Students: Join us for an engaging virtual lesson in honor of Black History Month, where we will explore the profound contributions of Black Americans throughout history.
🏈 🏟️ Resources for the Big Game 🏈 🏟️
Who are you cheering for on Feb. 11th? As you may know, EVERFI & the National Football League (NFL) have teamed up to bring your students Character Playbook at no-cost this year. With the big game quickly approaching, now is the perfect time for students to work on building character and resiliency through these 5 short digital lessons.
📚 Course Update: 306 Continuing the Story 📚
EVERFI, in collaboration with The King Center and with generous support from the National Football League (NFL) and its Inspire Change social justice campaign, is proud to introduce a new lesson for 306: Black History - Continuing the Story titled “Nonviolence for Social Change”.
This lesson empowers students to explore nonviolence as a transformative tool for addressing social challenges and fostering positive change in their communities.
🔬 CTE Month 🔬
February is also CTE Month and we’re celebrating by sharing free workforce readiness resources for your district. Students can prepare for the workforce by exploring careers in accounting and data science or learn the importantskill of how to file taxes.
💰AVID Weeks at a Glance💰
Did you know EVERFI’s financial education resources are featured in the Financial Literacy WAG units? With the 11th Grade Financial Literacy Unit now available for Term 3 and the the upcoming release of the remaining grade level units for Term 4, our team is here to support your AVID elective teachers!
Our Eastern Region District Success Lead, Kristen Blaze, is here to support! Please reach out to her at kblaze@everfi.com with any questions.
Celebrate Digital Learning Day 2025 - February 13
DLDay is about recognizing and celebrating incredible digital learning practices taking place nationwide. It highlights the innovative ways teachers and students use digital tools daily to enhance education and inspire creativity. It’s a chance to:
- Celebrate educators who use technology to empower and inspire.
- Honor students for their creativity and adaptability in a digital world.
- Showcase schools that foster connection, engagement, and innovation through digital tools.
This is your day to uplift colleagues, share success stories, and demonstrate how digital learning builds relationships, empowers communities, and fuels a love for learning.
Learn more or participate in one of the four suggested ways at All4Ed's Digital Learning Day website.
Registrations Open
Registrations are now open for the following Student Competitions: