Regional Inservice Opportunities

EARIC579, “Problem-Solving Team RTI,” Grades K-12
This session is designed to provide strategies for successful implementation of RTI with emphasis on universal screening, quality core instruction, progress monitoring, interventions and the problem solving team.
June 6
8:30-3:30 p.m.
Opelika Middle School, Opelika, Ala.

EARIC581, “Classroom Management,” Grades 6-12
This workshop will concentrate skills that will suggest positive tips on maintaining good student behavior, planning, organizing, conducting instruction, maintaining momentum.
June 7
8:30-3:30 p.m.
Opelika Middle School, Opelika, Ala.

EARIC582, “Trainer of Trainers: Substitute Teachers,” Grades K-12
Topics to be addressed in this Trainer of Trainers: Substitute Teachers workshop include professionalism, appropriate attire, following the lesson plan, implementing a discipline plan that focuses on routines & procedures, & how to prepare for the day & close out the day. Information will be provided for helping substitutes create a “bag of tricks” to help get them through any substituting assignment. Material will be provided to each Trainer of Trainers for use in his/her school.
June 11
8:30-12:00 p.m.
Opelika Middle School, Opelika, Ala.

EARIC576, “Professional Behavior/Ethics,” Grades K-12
This workshop provides a comprehensive look at the Alabama Educator Code Ethics and Practical Tips for becoming an exceptional teacher in the 21st Century. Included in the materials presented their will be help for regular education teachers in Special Education, Classroom Management, Legal & Financial Issues.
June 12
8:00-11:30 a.m.
Dadeville High School (Media Center), Dadeville, Ala.

EARIC548, “Differentiated Instruction,” Grades 4-12
This session will equip 4-12 grade teachers to provide engaging instruction to reach all learners in the diverse classroom. The core materials provided will define differentiated instruction, explore differentiated instruction strategies, and assist participants with planning for implementation strategies.
June 13
8:30-3:30 p.m.
Opelika Learning Center, Opelika, Ala.

EARIC569, “Data Driven Decision-Making,” Grades K-12
This workshop focuses on building skills in using data to make informed decisions regarding instruction. Participants will be exposed to identifying and using multiple measures of data as well as analyzing and planning around data to improve student learning.
June 18
8:30-3:30 p.m.
Lee County Board of Education, Opelika, Ala.

EARIC572, “RTI-Behavior/Academic Teaching Routines,” Grades 4-12
This professional development day for teachers in grades 4-12 will consist of (a) an overview of the academic-behavior connection, (b) academic teaching routines that enhance universal design across and within tiered instruction, (c) practical behavioral strategies for teachers, and (d) application activities for participants to practice newly learned teaching routines.Participants need to bring a content area textbook from which they currently teach.
June 19
8:30-3:30 p.m.
Opelika Middle School, Opelika, Ala.

EARIC576, “Professional Behavior/Ethics,” Grades K-12
The workshop will provide a comprehensive look at the Alabama Educator Code Ethics and Practical Tips for becoming an exceptional teacher in the 21st Century. Includes materials presented will be helps for regular education teachers in Spec. Education, Classroom Mgmt., Legal Issues, Financial Issues and TEAM leadership.
June 20
8:00-11:30 a.m. and
9:00 ET-12:30 p.m. ET
Russell County Middle School, Phenix City, Ala.

EARIC548,“Differentiated Instruction,” Grades 4-12
This session will equip 4-12 grade teachers to provide engaging instruction to reach all learners in the diverse classroom. Core materials provided will define differentiated instruction, explore differentiated instruction strategies, & assist participants with planning for implementation of the strategies.
June 26
8:30-3:30 p.m.
Union Springs Elementary, Union Springs, Ala.
Bullock County

EARIC548, “Differentiated Instruction,” Grades 4-12
This session will equip 4-12 grade teachers to provide engaging instruction to reach all learners in the diverse classroom. The core materials provided will define differentiated instruction, explore differentiated instruction strategies, and assist participants with planning for implementation of the strategies.
July 10
8:30-3:30 p.m.
Alexander City Schools
Board of Education, Dadeville, Ala.

EARIC568, “Students in Poverty,” Grades K-12
The workshop will explore the research of Dr. Ruby K. Payne on the effects of poverty on education. Given the present economic status of the USA, understanding poverty and its impact is imperative to educators being able to effectively prepare students for college and beyond. Educators must be able to empower and inspire students to move beyond the grips of poverty. This workshop will focus on the impact of poverty on academics & the behaviors of students in grades K through 12. Participants will leave with practical strategies that can be applied in the classroom to empower and inspire students to achieve academic success.
July 10
8:30-3:30 p.m.
Auburn Junior High School, Auburn, Ala.

EARIC581, “Classroom Management,” Grades 6-12
The workshop will concentrate on effective methods of resolving classroom issues using a positive approach.
July 11
8:30-3:30 p.m.
Eufaula Board of Education, Eufaula, Ala.

EARIC576, “Professional Behavior/Ethics,” Grades K-12
The workshop will provides a comprehensive look at the Alabama Educator Code Ethics and Practical Tips for becoming an exceptional teacher in the 21st Century. Included in the materials presented will be helps for regular education teachers in Special Education, Classroom Management, Legal Issues, Financial Issues and TEAM leadership.
July 11
8:00-11:30 a.m.
Auburn Junior High School, Auburn, Ala.

EARIC504, “Classroom Management,” Grades K-12
Based on meta-analysis by Robert J. Marzano, this workshop provides practical strategies and tips for managing the classroom environment. Some topics addressed are: consistency, procedures, contacts, rewards, consequences and disruptive behaviors.
July 12
8:30-3:30 p.m.
Auburn Junior High School, Auburn, Ala.

EARIC567, “Creating a Community of Writers in Our Classroom,” Grades K-2
This program will focus on K-2 classrooms and strategies for teachers to use to create a culture of writing. Attendees will view model classrooms and activities on brief video clips. We will also share scoring rubrics for student writing samples and conferencing techniques. Some attention will be given to the Alabama English Language Arts Course of Study.
July 12
8:30-11:30 a.m.
Auburn Junior High School, Auburn, Ala.

EARIC567, “Creating a Community of Writers in Our Classroom,” Grades 3-5
This program will focus on 3-5 classrooms and strategies for teachers to use to create a culture of writing. Attendees will view model classrooms and activities on brief video clips. We will also share scoring rubrics for student writing samples and conferencing techniques. Some attention will be given to the Alabama English Language Arts Course of Study.
July 12
12:30-3:30 p.m.
Auburn Junior High School, Auburn, Ala.

EARIC552, “Making Connections Through Writing,” Grades 6-12
Making Connections Through Writing is designed for 6-12 teachers of all subjects who want to incorporate more writing in their classrooms. Writing in all content areas and exploratory classes enhances content understanding, reading comprehension, and critical thinking.
July 12
8:30-3:30 p.m.
Auburn Junior High School, Auburn, Ala.

EARIC585, “Formative Assessment,” Grades K-12
In this session, participants will actively participate in exploring formative assessment research and its practical application in the classroom setting as a strategy for instruction and for student learning. This session is designed to deepen teachers’ and leaders’ understanding of what formative assessment is and how it should be used as an instructional strategy. Participants will learn how formative assessment informs both teachers & students about student understanding during the learning process and how it is assessment for learning rather than assessment of learning. Instructional strategy both teachers and students become assessors of the learning in a classroom.
July 26
8:30- 12:00 p.m.
Auburn Junior High School, Auburn, Ala.

Last Updated: May 02, 2012