Professional Development
Spring 2018 Marzano Trainings: Phase IV Standards Based Grading
Ramkota Hotel & Conference Center 800 N. Poplar, Casper, WY, United StatesThis session will overview effective grading practices based on proficiency scales. Pertinent grading topics, such as homework, separating academic performance from behaviors, and reassessment will be addressed. Participants will also learn different methods for calculating grades based on proficiency scales.
Spring 2018 Marzano Trainings: Phase I & II Assessment Literacy and Formative Assessment Training
Ramkota Hotel & Conference Center 800 N. Poplar, Casper, WY, United StatesParticipants will gain an awareness of the research regarding classroom assessment, understand the difference among obtrusive, unobtrusive, and student generated assessments, and how to use each in the classroom; learn data analysis practices related to classroom assessments; and learn the attributes of high-quality performance tasks.
Spring 2018 Marzano Trainings: Phase IV Standards Based Grading
Evanston, WYThis session will overview effective grading practices based on proficiency scales. Pertinent grading topics, such as homework, separating academic performance from behaviors, and reassessment will be addressed. Participants will also learn different methods for calculating grades based on proficiency scales.
2018 Summer Technical Assistance Retreat (STAR) Conference
Riverton Middle School 840 Major Avenue, Riverton, WYThe 2018 Summer Technical Assistance Retreat (STAR) Conference is an information-packed professional development opportunity for Wyoming School Districts. Topics include Wyoming's ESSA State Plan, ESSA implementation, EDGAR compliance updates, Homeless Education Workshop, 21CCLC Coordinator Training, Federal Programs updates, Consolidated Grant Applications, Perkins Grant updates, and more! The 2018 STAR Conference will be held in Riverton, … Continue reading 2018 Summer Technical Assistance Retreat (STAR) Conference
Week of Academic Vision and Excellence (WAVE) Conference
Marian H. Rochelle Gateway Center 222 South 22nd Street, Laramie, WYThe Wyoming Department of Education is excited to announce the 2018 Week of Academic Vision and Excellence Conference collaboration with the University of Wyoming and the Ellbogen Teaching and Learning Symposium fund. The WAVE is an annual conference that brings together national and state leaders in education to share knowledge and expertise on best practices, … Continue reading Week of Academic Vision and Excellence (WAVE) Conference
2018 Roadmap to STEAM Conference
Join us for the fifth annual Roadmap to STE(A)M Conference, themed “Exploring Makerspaces,” July 31 - August 3, 2018 at Northern Wyoming Community College District in Gillette, Wyoming. This conference provides practical information to P-16 educators, administrators, curriculum coordinators, afterschool providers and others about Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) program implementation. Conference attendees will … Continue reading 2018 Roadmap to STEAM Conference
2018 Native American Education Conference
St. Stephens Indian School 126 Mission Road, St. Stephens, WYThis conference offers educators to learn suicide prevention skills; understanding of and appreciation for the history and culture of the Eastern Shoshone and Northern Arapaho tribes; cultural sensitivity for educators and other adults who impact Native American students; emotional and social needs of Native American students; empowering youth to develop leadership skills and choose healthy … Continue reading 2018 Native American Education Conference
Wyoming PE Summit
Cenntenial Junion High 1421 Waterford St., Casper, WYFREE professional development opportunity for PE professionals and prospective PE professionals to come together and learn new ideas to kick start the 2018-2019 school year! Some of the topics include: • Small-sided games • Blending fitness and nutrition into activity • Classroom management Free Lunch Provided and SHAPE CO/SD/NE & WAHPERD Memebers are eligible for more … Continue reading Wyoming PE Summit
Phase I & II – Assessment Literacy and Formative Assessment Resource Development Training
Casper, WYThe Wyoming Department of Education will provide Phase I & II in the Professional Development series provided by Jan Hoegh with Marzano Research - Solution Tree. This two-day workshop is an integral part of Wyoming’s Statewide System of Support. These regional trainings serve as a foundational component within the comprehensive instructional framework that is further … Continue reading Phase I & II – Assessment Literacy and Formative Assessment Resource Development Training
Phase III – The New Art and Science of Teaching
Roundhouse Facilities 1440 Main St, Evanston, WYThe Wyoming Department of Education will present Phase III in the professional development series with Jan Hoegh, Marzano Research - Solution Tree. The two-day workshops are comprised of two consecutive units. Unit 1 will be presented in two regions across the state in fall. Unit 2 will be presented in the same locations in spring … Continue reading Phase III – The New Art and Science of Teaching