Upcoming Certificated PD Classes

The following featured Professional Development courses cover a wide array of valuable topics, and still have limited spaces available. Please refer to your print copy of the BGPD Schedule of Classes for Certificated Staff for registration instructions and more helpful information, or access the online version here https://battlegroundps.uberflip.com/i/1201839-2020-bgps-professional-development-catalog

In this course for K-12 teachers, participants will learn to understand the unique characteristics of highly capable students and learn effective strategies to accelerate learning. Participants will gain insight into Washington State guidelines for working with highly capable students. District resources for supporting teachers who work with highly capable students will also be covered. Presented by district ASPIRE coordinator Jennifer Marrott, location CASEE A Staff Development Room. Earn up to 3 clock hours.

Class starts 2-20-20.

In this online and in-person hybrid course, learn how to use the Sphero platform to incorporate coding, 21st century skills, robotics, technology, and collaborative STEAM activities in your classroom in an exciting and engaging way. For the online element, explore the online Sphero platform at your own pace and plan for incorporating the Sphero robotics kit in your class. For the in-person element, practice using the robots and coding them to respond to your commands and engage with the activities you plan to use with your students. For teachers of grades 5 - 12. Presented by district EdTech trainer Cassondra Smith, location CASEE A Staff Development Room. Earn up to 3 STEM clock hours.

Class starts 2-26-20.

Instructional routines are a predictable set of actions that can be used on a regular basis to engage all students in developing mathematical and scientific thinking. When routines are consistent and strategic, students are situated to think about challenging ideas in a safe environment. Our sessions are built upon the belief that we can learn from the “Implement, Reflect and Refine” approach to teaching. During this four session course, you will have the opportunity to engage in productive instructional routines in mathematics as a student, make connections to science, and have time to plan the implementation of these routines in your own classroom. Presented by district Math TOSA Susan Watson and district science TOSA Andrea Parker, location Lewisville Campus, room C-20. Earn up to 8 STEM clock hours.

Class starts 2-27-20.

Contact Carla Barrett,

Professional Learning Department administrative assistant

Email: barrett.carla@battlegroundps.org
Website: https://battlegroundps.uberflip.com/i/1201839-2020-bgps-professional-development-catalog
Phone: 360-885-5389