MTSS: Effective Progress Monitoring
University of WyomingProgress monitoring is the use of reliable and valid measures to assess a student’s performance and to quantify a student’s rate of improvement or responsiveness to supplemental instruction and support. During this training, participants will learn the critical elements of a progress monitoring tool and how to analyze progress monitoring data to evaluate a student’s … Continue reading MTSS: Effective Progress Monitoring
Wyoming MTSS Coaching Institute Community of Practice
We are excited to resume our Coaching Institute for the 2022-23 school year. We will hold monthly Community of Practice sessions beginning in September. The purpose of the Coaching Institute will be to provide ongoing support and updates on relevant topics associated with MTSS implementation, as well as technical assistance on our implementation modules (available … Continue reading Wyoming MTSS Coaching Institute Community of Practice
AWIM PD for STEM Teachers
A World In Motion® (AWIM®) program is an inquiry-based learning experience that brings STEM concepts to life, setting students on a path of lifelong learning and discovery. Starting with the youngest learners, from preschool through 12th grade, AWIM combines practical, experiential learning with mentorship from industry volunteers and university students as well as ongoing training … Continue reading AWIM PD for STEM Teachers
Teaching Basic, Advanced, and Academic Vocabulary
This virtual training will consist of two three-hour sessions from 9:00 AM - Noon on September 16 and 23, 2022. The importance of direct vocabulary instruction cannot be overstated. Vocabulary’s link to students’ background knowledge and academic achievement means that districts, schools, and teachers must select terms for direct instruction, use a research-based process to … Continue reading Teaching Basic, Advanced, and Academic Vocabulary
Career Development Facilitator Training
The Wyoming Department of Education (WDE) has developed Facilitating Career Development Courses that will provide a complete set of best practices for facilitating career development in multiple settings and for all ages. These courses will support the implementation of more robust career development programs in all Wyoming schools, and to ensure consistency in the delivery … Continue reading Career Development Facilitator Training
Marzano Data Literacy PD Workshop – Day 2
Central Wyoming College 2660 Peck Avenue, Riverton, WY, United StatesIn partnership with Marzano Research, WDE offers an opportunity for educators and leaders to come together in a regional session to explore the pandemic effect on achievement. During these sessions, Marzano Research will build upon the data literacy and 5 Ds process explored in the Day 1 (July 2022) session through application to participant’s own … Continue reading Marzano Data Literacy PD Workshop – Day 2
Marzano Data Literacy PD Workshop – Day 2
In partnership with Marzano Research, WDE offers an opportunity for educators and leaders to come together in a regional session to explore the pandemic effect on achievement. During these sessions, Marzano Research will build upon the data literacy and 5 Ds process explored in the Day 1 (July 2022) session through application to participant’s own … Continue reading Marzano Data Literacy PD Workshop – Day 2
HATHAWAY SCHOLARSHIP ONLINE ORIENTATION
The Wyoming Department of Education’s Hathaway Team will hold online orientations starting at 10 a.m. on the second Tuesday of every month. The orientation is for those new to the program, or for those who want a content refresher. Legislative updates will be included. Sessions will last about 45 minutes. At the end of each … Continue reading HATHAWAY SCHOLARSHIP ONLINE ORIENTATION
Marzano Data Literacy PD Workshop – Day 2
In partnership with Marzano Research, WDE offers an opportunity for educators and leaders to come together in a regional session to explore the pandemic effect on achievement. During these sessions, Marzano Research will build upon the data literacy and 5 Ds process explored in the Day 1 (July 2022) session through application to participant’s own … Continue reading Marzano Data Literacy PD Workshop – Day 2
Supporting Beginning Teachers
This virtual training will consist of two three-hour sessions from 9:00 AM - noon on October 13 and 20, 2022. Effectively supporting beginning teachers is crucial for both retention and developing expertise in relation to student achievement. Learn how leaders, coaches, and mentors can support beginning teachers through specific, research-based mentoring strategies that can be … Continue reading Supporting Beginning Teachers
MTSS: Tier II and Tier III
At Tier II, schools provide small-group, standardized academic interventions, or targeted behavioral or mental health supports, using validated intervention programs to support students identified as at-risk. At Tier III, schools provide intensive and individualized interventions for students not responding to Tier II. During this training, participants will learn the essential features of Tier II and … Continue reading MTSS: Tier II and Tier III
State Director of Digital Learning and Innovation
CodeHS is partnering with the Wyoming Department of Education to host FREE, in-depth professional development cohorts to prepare Wyoming K-12 teachers to take the Praxis Computer Science Exam. Learn more. The course is delivered within a 14-week cohort model where teachers work through the course at the same pace on the CodeHS platform. During the … Continue reading State Director of Digital Learning and Innovation
Jan Hoegh: Standards-Referenced Reporting
Hilton Garden Inn, Casper, Wyoming 1150 N Poplar St, Casper, United StatesAs schools develop standards-based learning practices, they shift from a whole-school perspective to an individual student perspective. Staff work to develop an effective system of grading and reporting and closely monitor each learner’s progress using assessment data. Learning outcomes may include: • Learn how to establish clear and measurable goals focused on critical needs regarding … Continue reading Jan Hoegh: Standards-Referenced Reporting
Wyoming MTSS Coaching Institute Community of Practice
We are excited to resume our Coaching Institute for the 2022-23 school year. We will hold monthly Community of Practice sessions beginning in September. The purpose of the Coaching Institute will be to provide ongoing support and updates on relevant topics associated with MTSS implementation, as well as technical assistance on our implementation modules (available … Continue reading Wyoming MTSS Coaching Institute Community of Practice
Jan Hoegh: Standards-Based Learning
Hilton Garden Inn, Casper, Wyoming 1150 N Poplar St, Casper, United StatesTransitioning to a standards-based classroom is a major change but one that is highly beneficial for both teachers and students. Rather than focusing on abstractions and theories, this provides teachers, and those who guide change in their classrooms, with practical, hands-on strategies and advice for shifting to standards-based learning. Learning outcomes may include: • Understand … Continue reading Jan Hoegh: Standards-Based Learning
Supporting Beginning Teachers
This virtual training will consist of two three-hour sessions from 9:00 AM - noon on October 13 and 20, 2022. Effectively supporting beginning teachers is crucial for both retention and developing expertise in relation to student achievement. Learn how leaders, coaches, and mentors can support beginning teachers through specific, research-based mentoring strategies that can be … Continue reading Supporting Beginning Teachers
SMART Goals
This virtual training will consist of three two-hour sessions from 4:00 PM-6:00 PM on October 20, November 14, January 19. Session I: During this session we’ll focus on how collaborative teams effectively write year-long SMART goals based on their analysis of school data. We’ll also dig into a protocol to create a team action plan … Continue reading SMART Goals
Collaborative Teams that Transform Schools
This virtual training will consist of two three-hour sessions from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM on November 7 and 14, 2022. The core of a professional learning community is the network of collaborative teams—the groups of teachers who work together to improve student learning. Collaborative teams have the potential to transform major aspects of teaching … Continue reading Collaborative Teams that Transform Schools
Independent Learning for EL Students
In teaching we need to provide ample time for students to practice in order for students to transfer the new knowledge learned. And for EL students, a need to also understand the language is needed in order to be successful for independent learning. In this session we will explore and discuss ways for meaningful and … Continue reading Independent Learning for EL Students
HATHAWAY SCHOLARSHIP ONLINE ORIENTATION
The Wyoming Department of Education’s Hathaway Team will hold online orientations starting at 10 a.m. on the second Tuesday of every month. The orientation is for those new to the program, or for those who want a content refresher. Legislative updates will be included. Sessions will last about 45 minutes. At the end of each … Continue reading HATHAWAY SCHOLARSHIP ONLINE ORIENTATION
Collaborative Teams that Transform Schools
This virtual training will consist of two three-hour sessions from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM on November 7 and 14, 2022. The core of a professional learning community is the network of collaborative teams—the groups of teachers who work together to improve student learning. Collaborative teams have the potential to transform major aspects of teaching … Continue reading Collaborative Teams that Transform Schools
Instructional Practices to Support Diverse Learners, Part 2
In this session, using the crosswalk from Session 1, WestEd will guide participants through a process of adapting a lesson to include elements of quality interactions and scaffolding to support English learners with disabilities. There will be two times available, one being a repeat session so if one time does not work for you, an … Continue reading Instructional Practices to Support Diverse Learners, Part 2
Wyoming MTSS Coaching Institute Community of Practice
We are excited to resume our Coaching Institute for the 2022-23 school year. We will hold monthly Community of Practice sessions beginning in September. The purpose of the Coaching Institute will be to provide ongoing support and updates on relevant topics associated with MTSS implementation, as well as technical assistance on our implementation modules (available … Continue reading Wyoming MTSS Coaching Institute Community of Practice
Implementing Evidenced-Based Practices for ELSWD: Lesson Tuning Protocol
In this session, participants will engage in using a lesson tuning protocol in small teams, with support from WestEd, to collaboratively “tune” a lesson. Teams will also be provided with time to develop an action plan with next steps. Tools for site-based PLC practices will be shared. Please register and select times to attend here. … Continue reading Implementing Evidenced-Based Practices for ELSWD: Lesson Tuning Protocol
Career Development Facilitator Training
The Wyoming Department of Education (WDE) has developed Facilitating Career Development Courses that will provide a complete set of best practices for facilitating career development in multiple settings and for all ages. These courses will support the implementation of more robust career development programs in all Wyoming schools, and to ensure consistency in the delivery … Continue reading Career Development Facilitator Training
Singletons
This virtual training will consist of three two-hour sessions from 4:00 PM-6:00 PM on December 7, January 11, February 22. Singletons, teachers who are the only ones at a school who teach a specific course or subject, often ask how they can effectively participate on a collaborative team… just like teachers who teach the same … Continue reading Singletons
HATHAWAY SCHOLARSHIP ONLINE ORIENTATION
The Wyoming Department of Education’s Hathaway Team will hold online orientations starting at 10 a.m. on the second Tuesday of every month. The orientation is for those new to the program, or for those who want a content refresher. Legislative updates will be included. Sessions will last about 45 minutes. At the end of each … Continue reading HATHAWAY SCHOLARSHIP ONLINE ORIENTATION
The Wyoming MTSS Center’s 2023 Virtual Summit
Wyoming MTSS Center's 2023 Virtual Summit The Wyoming MTSS Center’s 2023 Virtual Summit is an opportunity for educators to build knowledge about MTSS and learn effective practices for implementation. Join us to hear presenters share their real experience and practical application of MTSS. Dr. Jade Wexler provides the keynote, as she discusses leveraging MTSS to … Continue reading The Wyoming MTSS Center’s 2023 Virtual Summit
Mindsets and Skill Sets for Learning
This virtual training will consist of two three-hour sessions from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM on January 18 and February 8, 2023. Learn the four systems that humans operate under at all times and how these systems impact students and teachers in schools. Learning outcomes may include: • Delve into the metacognitive and self-systems’ hierarchy … Continue reading Mindsets and Skill Sets for Learning
Wyoming MTSS Coaching Institute Community of Practice
We are excited to resume our Coaching Institute for the 2022-23 school year. We will hold monthly Community of Practice sessions beginning in September. The purpose of the Coaching Institute will be to provide ongoing support and updates on relevant topics associated with MTSS implementation, as well as technical assistance on our implementation modules (available … Continue reading Wyoming MTSS Coaching Institute Community of Practice