Professional Learning
"Because Teacher Quality and Practice Impact Student Learning"
Coordinator of Staff Development
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Professional Learning in PAISD will focus on effective implementation of EXCEL PAISD and establishing and strengthening of Professional Learning Communities (PLCs). District-wide staff development will be supplemented by site-based staff development for all employees. All certified employees must document at least 20 hours of professional learning (Policy DMC Local) by March 1.
Comp Day
For more info, contact Mrs. Yolanda Getwood, ygetwood@paisd.org
"Preparing the Students for TAKS"
Secondary Mathematics Workshop
February 20, 2010
8:00 to 2:30
Sanderson's Restaurant
6 hours (plus 30 minutes lunch)
Tea, coffee, and soft drinks are paid; lunch is on your own.
$100 stipend
Department of Special Education
Co-Teaching
Saturday, February 20, 2010
8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. (Saturday)
DeQueen Elementary
Special Education & General Education Teachers
Limit 30
We will work through lunch so please bring a light snack $100.00 stipend for attending
SESSION IS FULL AND NOW CLOSED!

Session 1
for all Teachers
Saturday, February 20, 2010
DeQueen Elem.
8:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
$50.00 Stipend
Description: Teachers will learn to use a variety of online tools to incorporate the principals of distant learning into the classroom.
Email Essentials
for all Teachers
Saturday, February 20, 2010
DeQueen Elem.
12 noon-3:00 p.m.
$50.00 Stipend
Description: Teachers will explore the basics of how to read, send and organize email , how to send attachments, and how to save names to an address book, etc
for all Teachers
Saturday, February 20, 2010
DeQueen Elem.
8:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
$50.00 Stipend
Description: Tips, Tricks, and Troubleshooting - Includes basics/keyboard shortcuts in most office programs, maintenance of PCs, and ideas about integrating technology in the classroom.
for all Teachers
Saturday, February 20, 2010
DeQueen Elem.
12 noon-3:00 p.m.
$50.00 Stipend
Description: Teachers will develop an activity to guide students through a process of inquiry with a set of assigned tasks that lead them to a conclusion. Some or all of the information that learners interact with comes from resources on the internet (similar to a scavenger hunt online). Please bring flashdrives to save projects.
for all Teachers
Saturday, February 27, 2010
DeQueen Elem.
8:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
$50.00 Stipend
Tired of not being able to locate that great website you found last month? Teachers will learn to build a “Hotlist.”
Do your students have trouble typing in a web address? This workshop we have just what you need.
for all Teachers
Saturday, February 27, 2010
DeQueen Elem.
12 noon - 3:00 p.m.
$50.00 Stipend
Teachers will be given specific techniques to search for that perfect great website.
for all Teachers
Saturday, February 27, 2010
DeQueen Elem.
8:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
$50.00 Stipend
Participants will create a web page for students to post individual assignments and group projects to the page. (Materials needed: A flash drive with documents related to various class assignments. These documents will be posted on the Wiki.)
Session 8
Wikispaces in the Classrooms
for all Teachers
Saturday, February 27, 2010
DeQueen Elem.
12:00 noon - 3:00 p.m.
Repeat Session
$50.00 Stipend
Session 9
Publisher
for all Teachers
Saturday, March 20, 2010
DeQueen Elem.
8:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
$50.00 Stipend
Description: Creating webpages, cards, calendars, certificates, banners, etc. Bring flashdrive to save your work.
SESSION IS FULL AND NOW CLOSED!
Session 10
ePortfolios & Powerpoints Basics
for all Teachers
Saturday, March 20, 2010
DeQueen Elem.
12 noon-3:00 p.m.
$50.00 Stipend
Description: Creating media presentations and/or ePortfolios.
Please bring flashdrives to save projects.
Microsoft Office: A Professional Approach
for all Teachers
Saturday, March 20, 2010
DeQueen Elem.
8:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
$50.00 Stipend
Description
:Teachers will learn how to utilize Microsoft Office Applications for professional use.Some items covered; how to make newletters to send home to parents, brochures, mail merge, and spreadsheets for record keeping
Session 12
Microsoft Office: A Professional Approach
for all Teachers
Saturday, March 20, 2010
DeQueen Elem.
12 noon-3:00 p.m. (Repeat session)
$50.00 Stipend
Description
:Teachers will learn how to utilize Microsoft Office Applications for professional use.Some items covered; how to make newletters to send home to parents, brochures, mail merge, and spreadsheets for record keeping
for all Teachers
Saturday, March 27, 2010
DeQueen Elem.
8:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
$50.00 Stipend
This session will briefly discuss how skills gained in technology
applications classes relate to the real world
Session 14
How to Create a Podcast
for all Teachers
Saturday, March 27, 2010
DeQueen Elem.
12:00 noon-3:00 p.m.
$50.00 Stipend
Repeat Session
Session 15
Integrating Technology into the Classroom
for all Teachers
Saturday, March 27, 2010
DeQueen Elem.
8:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
$50.00 Stipend
Description: How to bring technology into your classroom; how to use the internet more affectively;
how to build your own hot list on the web, and more
Session 16
Integrating Technology into the Classroom
for all Teachers
Saturday, March 27, 2010
DeQueen Elem.
12 noon-3:00 p.m.
$50.00 Stipend
Repeat Session
Department of Special Education
Co-Teaching
Saturday, February 20, 2010
8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. (Saturday)
DeQueen Elementary
Special Education & General Education Teachers
Limit 30
We will work through lunch so please bring a light snack $100.00 stipend for attending
SESSION IS FULL AND NOW CLOSED!
Curriculum Online Resources for Educators (C.O.R.E.)
Saturday, January 30, 2010
8:30 A.M. - 11:30 A.M.
Dequeen Elementary School
Contact Person: Germain Jackson Eddie, 989-6242
Facilitator: Sharon K. Boutte
Presenter(s): C.O.R.E. Staff
The purpose of this session is to aid in implementing full inclusion throughout the district.
Special Education and General Education teachers
will be trained in the use of the C.O.R.E Program which is designed to facilitate instruction for all students.
$50.00 Stipend
"Getting Ready for Math TAKS (Grades 6-12)"
There are a couple of changes in workshop times because of a Region 5ESC textbook adoption presentation in Beaumont. The changes are as follows:
For more information, please contact Mrs. Carolyn Brown at cbrown@paisd.org or 409-984-4660.
Port Arthur Alternate Center (PAAC)
800 El Vista Rd,
4 :00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
50 participants so register now!
Contact Person: Carolyn J. Brown, ELA Supervisor
409-989-6242
Cursive Handwriting for 2nd-5th Grade Teachers
Jan. 25, 2010
Stilwell Technical Center
4 :00 - 6:00 p.m.
50 participants
Contact Person: Carolyn J. Brown, ELA Supervisor
409-989-6242
3 RS Continued for PK-8th Grade Teachers
February 6, 2010
DeQueen Elementary
8:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
100 participants $100.00 Stipend
Contact Person: Carolyn J. Brown, ELA Supervisor
409-989-6242
Writing Academy
for new ELAR Teachers
Grades 1-8
$100.00 Stipend
Jan. 9, 2010
Port Arthur Alternate Center (PAAC)
800 El Vista Rd,
8:00 a.m.-2:15 p.m.
Contact Person: Carolyn J. Brown, ELA Supervisor
409-989-6242
Session is full and has now been closed to register!
Everyday Math Workshop
Designed for Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd Grade Teachers
Thursday, January 21st, 2010
Port Arthur Alternative Campus (PAAC)
4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
This workshop is designed to show K-2 teachers how to use the “Everyday Math” materials.
K-2 grade teachers may register by going to
All K-2 grade teachers are encouraged to attend this very beneficial workshop.
For more information, please contact Dr. Edna Edwards at eedwards@paisd.org
or Tammie Broussard at tjones@paisd.org or 989-6293.
Area 5 Mini-CAST 2009
Click here for MiniCast 2010 Registration
For more information, please contact Ms. Rita Leger at rleger@paisd.org
PAISD
Department/Campus: Department of Special Education
Title of the Session: Developing Standards-Based IEPs
District Related Goal:
To improve student achievement for all students.Date: December 11, 2009
Time: 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Location: Wheatley Elementary
Audience: PPCD Teachers
Limit: 10
Click the link below to register for the session above:
Overview of Assistive Technology Devices
Department/Campus: Department of Special Education
Title of the Session: Overview of Assistive Technology Devices
District Related Goal:
To improve student achievement for all students.Date: December 11, 2009
Time: 1:00 p.m.. to 4:00 p.m.
Location: DeQueen Elementary Library
Audience: Life Skill Teachers and Life Skills Paraprofessionals
Limit: 25
Click the link below to register for the session above:
Title of the Session: Inclusive Schooling for Paraprofessionals
District Related Goal: To improve student achievement for all students.
Date: December 12, 2009, (Saturday)
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Location: DeQueen Elementary
Audience: Special Education Paraprofessionals
Limit: 25
Please bring light snacks as you will work through lunch. $100.00 Stipend for attending.
Click the link below to register for the session above:
Department/Campus: Department of Special Education
Title of the Session: Co-Teaching
District Related Goal: To improve student achievement for all students.
Date: Saturday, February 20, 2010
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: DeQueen Elementary
Audience: Special Education & General Education Teachers
Limit 30
WORKSHOP HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER
IT IS RESCHEDULED FOR JANUARY 16, 2009
SAME TIME, SAME PLACE
The Bag Ladies Workshop
Dec. 5, 2009, DeQueen Elem., 9:00 a.m.-12 noon
Contact Person: Dr. Edna Edwards, eedwards@paisd.org
as well as the
Integrating Language Arts in the Social Studies Classroom,
which will be held
this Sat.11-14-09, at DeQueen Elem., 8:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Contact Person: Yolanda Getwood,
ygetwood@paisd.org
are both full and the registration for
both sessions have closed.
Gifted Talented 6-Hour Update Training
Sat.11-14-09, Port Arthur Alt. Center (PAAC)., 8:00 a.m.-2:15 p.m.
Contact Person: Carolyn Brown, cbrown@paisd.org

Saturday, October 24, 2009
8:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Stilwell Technical Center/ Board Room
Workshop designed for Secondary Teachers
$100.00 Stipend
Contact person: Yolanda Getwood, ygetwood@paisd.org
Please register by clicking on the following link:

Algebra I Math Workshop for Math Teachers, by Dr. Thomas
Date: 10- 24- 09
Place: Sanderson’s Restaurant
Lunch: 11:30-12:30 (Each person pays for his/her own lunch)
Start time: 8:30 AM
End time: 3:00 PM
Agenda Key Topics:
Algebra I: Issues and Challenges
Five Stages of Learning and Four Learning Styles
Algebra War Games
Mental Math Strings
Basketball and Integers
Integer War and Extended Activities
Divergent Thinking
Personal Statements and Equations
Solve It Fast!
Algebra by Style and P3CR
ALL SECONDARY MATH TEACHERS ARE INVITED TO ATTEND
Register by clicking below:
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Title of the Session: Curriculum Online Resources for Educators (C.O.R.E.)
District Related Goal: To improve student achievement for all students.
Date: Saturday, September 26, 2009
Time: 8:30 A.M. Until 11:30 A.M.
Location: DeQueen
Contact Person: Germain Jackson Eddie, geddie@paisd.org
Facilitator: Sharon K. Boutte
Presenter(s): C.O.R.E. Staff
Audience: Co-Teaching Elementary Faculty
Number of Participants: 35
The purpose of this session is to aid in implementing full inclusion throughout the district. Special Education and General Education teachers will be trained in the use of the C.O.R.E Program which is designed to facilitate instruction for all students

Saturday, September 26, 2009
8:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
DeQueen School Library
Workshop designed for Elementary Teachers
$100.00 Stipend
Contact person: Yolanda Getwood, ygetwood@paisd.org
Please register by clicking on the following link:
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Title of the Session: Curriculum Online Resources for Educators (C.O.R.E.)
District Related Goal: To improve student achievement for all students.
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2009
Time: 8:30 A.M. Until 11:30 A.M.
Location: DeQueen Elem.
Contact Person: Germain Jackson Eddie, geddie@paisd.org
Facilitator: Sharon K. Boutte
Presenter(s): C.O.R.E. Staff
Audience: Co-Teaching Secondary Faculty
Number of Participants: 81
Brief Description/Purpose of the Session:
The purpose of this session is to aid in implementing full inclusion throughout the district. Special Education and General Education teachers will be trained in the use of the C.O.R.E Program which is designed to facilitate instruction for all students.
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September 12, 2009
9:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m.
DeQueen Elementary
$100.00 Stipend
email Dr. LaWanda Finney
leave the following information,
Name, School, Grade, email address and cell number that you may be reached.
Department/Campus: Curriculum and Instruction
Title of the Session: 3 Rs Reading Reading Reading
District Related Goal: All students taking TAKS in reading and writing will
Meet the district goal of 90% passing rate.
Date: Monday August 10, 2009 or Friday August 14, 2009
Time: 8:00 Registration
Location: Monday @ Carl Parker Center
Friday @ Wilson Technology Theme School
Contact Person: Carolyn J. Brown, cbrown@paisd.org
Facilitator: Carolyn J. Brown
Presenter(s): Reading Coaches
Audience: All Core Teachers PK-5, ELAR Teachers 6-8
Number of Participants: 250 per session
Brief Description/Purpose of the Session:
Teachers will be engaged in important reading training that includes the 5 components of reading.
There is a $100 stipend plus lunch for all participants.
Thanks so much to all of you who have faithfully attended the many staff development sessions provided by the Curriculum and Instruction Department in the district this summer. Please note your last Summer 09 staff development opportunities are listed below. Please register to attend if you have not or please contact the persons listed below for more specifics.
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Presenter(s) |
Facilitator(s) |
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(Session 50) July 1, 2009 8:30 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. |
Accommodations and Modifications |
General and Special Education Teachers (50) |
Port Arthur Alternative Center (PAAC) |
Germain Jackson Eddie |
Jeanie Bell, Region 5 ESC |
Sharon K. Boutte |
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Description: The purpose of this session is to train general and special education teachers on following accommodations and modifications. We plan to implement full inclusion on all campuses next school year. In order for our special education students to continue to be successful, we must continue to follow all ARD modifications and IEP objectives set by the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee |
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(Session 51) July 13-16, 2009 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. |
Gifted-Talented Workshop 30 hrs |
Teachers PK-12, All Subjects (50) |
Port Arthur Alternative Center |
Carolyn J. Brown, ELA Supervisor |
Dixie Kingston |
Christine Collazo and Cheryl Jackson |
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Description: All days should be planned. If a participant needs only certain day(s) for completion, attending only that session is allowed; specify which days you will attend. The days will be extended due to a 4 day work week during the summer months. Five days of training will be held in four days. |
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(Session 52) Aug. 4, 2009 8:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. |
New ELAR TEKS Lesson Planning |
K-2 Teachers |
Port Arthur Alternative Center |
Carolyn J. Brown, ELA Supervisor |
Working Sessions |
Carolyn J. Brown |
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Description: Teachers will work with peers to develop lesson plans using the new ELAR TEKS. Bring textbooks. Computers will be available. |
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(Session 53) Aug. 7, 2009 8:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. |
New ELAR TEKS Lesson Planning |
3-5 Teachers 6-12 Teachers |
Port Arthur Alternative Center |
Carolyn J. Brown, ELA Supervisor |
Working Sessions |
Carolyn J. Brown |
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. Description: Teachers will work with peers to develop lesson plans using the new ELAR TEKS. Bring textbooks. Computers will be available
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Click to Review the May and 2009 Summer Staff Development Sessions
Sessions 16, 24 and 49 have been cancelled
For sessions that are scheduled to be at the Port Arthur Alternative Campus (PAAC), the address is
800 53th St.
Port Arthur, TX
2009 Summer Staff Development
Also, the session that was originally going to be held on June 24, 2009, will now be the same sessions as stated above.
To sign up for the sessions, so we will know which session that you will be attending, simply email me lfinney@paisd.org with the following information
Name, email address, phone number, and the session that you will attend, 42 A or 42 B.
NEW SESSIONS
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42 A June 24, 2009 8:30 a.m.- 11:30 a.m.
Repeat Session |
One Size Does Not Fit All |
Social Studies General and Special Education Teachers, Grades 6-12 (50) |
Port Arthur Alternative Campus |
Yolanda Getwood Sharon Boutte
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Sherry Owens |
Yolanda Getwood Sharon Boutte |
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Description: The purpose of this session is to train teachers how to implement instructional strategies and intervention techniques to meet the needs of students with different learning modalities applicable to the inclusion classroom. |
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42B June 24, 2009 3:30p.m.-6:30 p.m. Repeat Session |
One Size Does Not Fit All |
Social Studies General and Special Education Teachers, Grades 6-12 (50) |
Port Arthur Alternative Campus |
Yolanda Getwood Sharon Boutte |
Sherry Owens |
Yolanda Getwood Sharon Boutte |
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Description: The purpose of this session is to train teachers how to implement instructional strategies and intervention techniques to meet the needs of students |
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OLD SESSIONS ALL CHANGED TO ABOVE
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(Session 42) June 24, 2009 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. |
One Size Does Not Fit All |
Social Studies General and Special Education Teachers, Grades 6-12 (50) |
Port Arthur Alternative Campus |
Yolanda Getwood Sharon Boutte |
Sherry Owens |
Yolanda Getwood Sharon Boutte |
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Description: The purpose of this session is to train teachers how to implement instructional strategies and intervention techniques to meet the needs of students with different learning modalities applicable to the inclusion classroom. |
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(Session 43) June 25, 2009 8:30 a.m.- 11:30 a.m.
Repeat Session |
One Size Does Not Fit All |
Social Studies General and Special Education Teachers, Grades 6-12 (50) |
Port Arthur Alternative Campus |
Yolanda Getwood Sharon Boutte
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Sherry Owens |
Yolanda Getwood Sharon Boutte |
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Description: The purpose of this session is to train teachers how to implement instructional strategies and intervention techniques to meet the needs of students with different learning modalities applicable to the inclusion classroom. |
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Session 44 June 25, 2009 3:30p.m.-6:30 p.m. Repeat Session |
One Size Does Not Fit All |
Social Studies General and Special Education Teachers, Grades 6-12 (50) |
Port Arthur Alternative Campus |
Yolanda Getwood Sharon Boutte |
Sherry Owens |
Yolanda Getwood Sharon Boutte |
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Description: The purpose of this session is to train teachers how to implement instructional strategies and intervention techniques to meet the needs of students with different learning modalities applicable to the inclusion classroom. |
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Per your request, another session has been opened for you to attend if you
missed signing up for the first 2 sessions focusing on
Activities and Strategies to Help
ELL's (training)
Saturday, June 20, 2009
9:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m.
Port Arthur Library
$100.00 Stipend
1) Overview of considerations to make when teaching English Language
Learners.
2) Affective Filter Theory.
3) BICS vs. CALP
4) Practical strategies to use in the classroom: Visual Streaming, Word
Sort, Capsule Vocabulary, etc.
Certificates will be awarded upon session completion.
AGAIN TEACHERS PARTICIPATING IN THE WORKSHOP WILL RECEIVE
A $100.00 STIPEND AS THEY WILL IN THE SESSION PRESENTED BY TATIANA MORALES.
If you have any questions or concerns please call Marcia Sharp at 718-8509.
You may register
by simply emailing me at
lfinney@paisd.org
and providing the following information
Name, Email, Phone Number, School or
position and statement that you want to attend the session.
THIS SESSION HAS NOW BEEN CLOSED FOR ANYONE ELSE TO REGISTER
PLEASE CONTACT
Tatiana Morales Kelsey 989-6220 tmmorales@paisd.org for more infoPer your request, another session has
been opened for you to attend if you missed signing up for the first session
focusing on
Activities and Strategies to Help
ELL's (training)
Friday, June 19, 2009
9:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m.
Port Arthur Library
$100.00 Stipend
1) Overview of considerations to make when teaching English Language
Learners.
2) Affective Filter Theory.
3) BICS vs. CALP
4) Practical strategies to use in the classroom: Visual Streaming, Word
Sort, Capsule Vocabulary, etc.
Certificates will be awarded upon session completion.
AGAIN TEACHERS PARTICIPATING IN THE WORKSHOP WILL RECEIVE
A $100.00 STIPEND AS THEY WILL IN THE SESSION PRESENTED BY TATIANA MORALES.
If you have any questions or concerns please call Marcia Sharp at 718-8509.
You may register
by simply emailing me at
lfinney@paisd.org
and providing the following information
Department/Campus: Multilingual Department
THIS SESSION HAS NOW BEEN CLOSED FOR ANYONE ELSE TO REGISTER
PLEASE CONTACT
Tatiana Morales Kelsey 989-6220 tmmorales@paisd.org for more infoTitle of the Session: Effective Instructional Strategies for English Language Learners
Date: 6/26/2009
Time: 9:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Location: Port Arthur Public Library
Contact Person: Tatiana Morales Kelsey 989-6220 tmmorales@paisd.org
Facilitator: Tatiana Morales Kelsey
Presenter(s): Tatiana Morales Kelsey
Audience: All Teachers
Number of Participants: 20-25
Brief Description/Purpose of the Session: Content-Area Teachers can acquire the skills necessary for Sheltered English instruction to teach diverse learners. The training will focus on extending the teacher’s knowledge of ESL strategies and sheltered instruction to ensure that the English language learner is engaged in learning the academic content. $100 stipend will be provided to attendees.
Wheatley will host
Pre-kindergarten Guidelines Trainingas follows:
Part 1 June 23, 2009 12:30-3:30
Part 2 June 24, 2009 12:30-3:30
These are two parts. We recommend attending both. However, if you can only make one session come to that session.
Trainer: Wanda Keyes
Contact: Elaine Forrester
984-8750
Cancellations
Sessions 16, 24 and 49 have been cancelled
Staff Development Comp Day
(Student Holiday—TET Holiday)
Teachers may earn the Staff Development Comp Day scheduled for the TET Holiday by earning at least 6 hours in the following: Summer Staff Development; New Teacher Training; Science Mini-Cast; and Professional Development Workshops approved by the principal and site-based team. The Staff Development hours applied to the Comp Day must be non-compensated, earned during non-school time and accumulated beginning the first day after the Comp Day of the present year until the day before the Comp Day of the upcoming year.
Click to read the 2008-2009 District-wide Staff Development Guide
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8th Grade Algebra I "PUMP IT UP" Teacher Work Sessions for 2008-2009 |
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Upcoming Professional Development Trainings Curriculum on Wheels (COWS) The Curriculum on Wheels Training Sessions will be conducted as written below. Please utilize the link below to review and sign-up for the Curriculum on Wheels (COWS) Training Sessions: Ignite! Curriculum is engaging, standards-aligned middle-school curriculum that powerfully combines learning with technology. Animated and interactive media are presented in tandem with comprehensive print materials, assessment questions, and problem-solving activities. Curriculum on Wheels (COWS) Math Training October 8, 2008 9th - 12th Grade Math Teachers Stilwell Technical Center 4:15 p.m.-6:15 p.m. Contact Person: Dr. Edna Edwards, eedwards@paisd.org, 989-6239 ------------------------------------------- Curriculum on Wheels (COWS) Math Training October 9, 2008 4th-8th Grade Math Teachers Stilwell Technical Center 4:15 p.m.-6:15 p.m. Contact Person: Dr. Edna Edwards, eedwards@paisd.org, 989-6239 ---------------------------------------------- Curriculum on Wheels (COWS) Social Studies Training October 14, 2008 Fourth Grade Social Studies Teachers Stilwell Technical Center 4:15 p.m.-6:15 p.m. Contact Person: Mrs. Yolanda Getwood, ygetwood@paisd.org, 989-989-6232 All new teachers are invited to all COWS workshops! Writing Academy Workshops Elementary Grades 3-5 Saturday October 11, 2008 Middle School Grades 6-8 Saturday November 1, 2008 Location: Port Arthur Alternative Center Time: 8:00 a.m. promptly Details: Working lunch, (drinks and very light snacks provided) Bring a three-ring binder for handouts TET credit 6 hours workshop credit Contact Person: Mrs. Carolyn Brown , ELA Supervisor, cbrown@paisd.org, 409-989-6242
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Summer 2008 Staff Development Offerings and Registration
Summer 2008 Staff Development Offerings
Technology Offerings for Summer 2008
Click to Complete Online Summer Registration
Click to Complete Online Summer Registration for Technology Offerings
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Gifted and Talented Training for 2008-2009 (Staff Development Session 9) 6 Hour Update Monday August 11, 2008. 8:00-3:00 18 Hours of the 30 Hours required for certification - August 12-14, 2008. 8:00-3:00 12 Hours to complete certification TBD. Presenter: Dixie Kingston Location: DeQueen Elementary School
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Staff Development Offered by HSTW, Region 13, and Region 16 for 2008-2009
Staff Development for HSTW, Region 13, and Region 16
Other Professional Development Opportunities
2007 T.A.I.R. Registration.doc
Professional Learning for EXCEL PAISD 2007-2008 Implementation
Fall 2007 Professional Development Offerings
EXCEL PAISD Professional Development for 2007-2008
Professional Learning Documentation Form for Certified Employees
Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) Documentation Form
Professional Learning Report Form