This asynchronous professional development course is designed exclusively for 5th grade social studies teachers using TCi Social Studies Alive. Participants will explore the TCi platform at their own pace, learning how to navigate lessons, utilize digital tools, plan effectively, and implement engaging unit projects. This introductory course provides a comprehensive overview of the TCi program, helping teachers feel confident and prepared to bring history to life in their classrooms.
Explore engaging ways to make social studies meaningful for young learners using Studies Weekly! This session will provide hands-on strategies and interactive activities designed specifically for K–2 classrooms. Participants will discover how to turn weekly content into developmentally appropriate, playful learning experiences that build foundational skills and spark curiosity.
Experience the Patterns of Power process in action during this session led by Holly Durham, Texas high school educator and co-author of Patterns of Power. Holly will model the series of invitations in a PoP lesson and provide tips, strategies, and time for collaborative discussions. This session is designed for ELA 6-12 educators who are ready to remove the barrier between a great idea and practical implementation. Session participants should bring their copy of Patterns of Power to this session. This session is eligible for 3 exchange hours.
This session prepares Summer Learning Spanish I teachers to implement the six thematic units of study in Level I World Language courses. Participants will review the course structure, collaborate on lesson and assessment planning, and explore strategies to support student success in an accelerated setting. This session is eligible for 6 exchange hours. By invitation only.
This essential session provides a full day of professional learning dedicated to the Understanding by Design curriculum writing and design process. This experience helps teacher leaders understand the way curriculum is designed in Denton ISD. By invitation only.
Empower your 3rd and 4th graders to become active participants in their learning with Studies Weekly. In this session, educators will explore hands-on strategies that promote inquiry, critical thinking, and collaboration. Learn how to extend weekly content with engaging classroom activities that bring history, civics, geography, and economics to life.
Led by Holly Durham, Texas high school educator and author of Patterns of Power, this session is designed for those who teach or support ELA grades 6-10 and are familiar with the Patterns of Power Process. Holly will model how ELA educators can move from test practice to best practice that prepares students for any writing challenge, including high-stakes STAAR constructed responses and multiple choice items. Session participants should bring their copy of Patterns of Power to this session. This session is eligible for 3 exchange hours.
Take a deep dive into the Three Cheers for Pre-K curriculum and discover the wealth of resources designed to support effective teaching and meaningful learning. In this hands-on session, we’ll unpack everything the curriculum offers—from lesson plans and learning materials to assessment tools and family engagement supports. Whether you're new to Three Cheers or looking to maximize its potential, you'll walk away with a clear understanding of how to use the curriculum to meet the diverse needs of your learners and create a joyful, purposeful classroom experience.
Discover all that our science resource has to offer with this interactive session presented by HMH: Into Science Texas. In this session, participants will explore hands-on lessons, engaging phonemena, and learn how to use the platform's formative assessments to drive instruction. This session is ideal for educators that are new to the content as well as those that have burning questions about the resource.
Discover how to seamlessly integrate technology into your classroom with the newly released Elementary Technology Applications TEKS! In this informative session, we'll explore a curated bank of ready-to-use lessons designed to enhance your existing content. Walk away with resources that make technology integration easy, meaningful, and impactful for student learning.
Designed for educators teaching rising 8th grade students during summer learning, this session offers an introduction to the College and Career Exploration course and its alignment with SBOE §28.016. Participants will gain insight into the course structure, explore sample lessons, and collaborate on how to make career readiness engaging and meaningful for middle schoolers. This is also an open forum for Q&A about course expectations and implementation. This session is eligible for exchange day hours.
Discover all that our science resource has to offer with this interactive session presented by HMH: Into Science Texas. In this session, participants will explore hands-on lessons, engaging phonemena, and learn how to use the platform's formative assessments to drive instruction. This session is ideal for educators that are new to the content as well as those that have burning questions about the resource.
