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PRESENTER: Laura Bellizzi, Catapult Learning LOCATION: East Central BOCES West Training Room DESCRIPTION: This interactive session highlights teacher metacognition as a key vehicle for strengthening elementary literacy instruction. Educators will explore strategies informed by the Science of Reading to deepen student comprehension, build academic vocabulary, and enhance writing. Participants will gain practical tools and scaffolds to promote active processing and literacy across content areas, supporting diverse learners through meaningful classroom activities. This training is designed to prepare teachers with the tools and techniques needed to enhance literacy instruction and boost student outcomes. Lunch and stipend included.
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PRESENTER: Laura Bellizzi, Catapult Learning LOCATION: East Central BOCES West Training Room DESCRIPTION: This interactive workshop is designed for secondary educators seeking to deepen student engagement and critical thinking through purposeful literacy instruction. Grounded in teacher metacognition, this workshop will examine how making thinking visible – through modeling, strategic questioning, and writing – can enhance students’ ability to analyze, interpret, and respond to complex texts. Educators will leave with adaptable tools and strategies aligned with the science of reading to support students in becoming more independent, strategic readers and writers. This training is designed to prepare teachers with the tools and techniques needed to enhance literacy instruction and boost student outcomes.. Lunch and stipend included.
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PRESENTERS: Multiple LOCATION: Fort Hays Tech Northwest - Goodland, KS DESCRIPTION: See attached agenda for all details
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PRESENTER: Lora Martinez from Project EAGLE LOCATION: East Central BOCES West Training Room DESCRIPTION: This six hour interactive workshop equips educators with practical strategies and tools to identify talent in students - especially those from underserved populations. Participants will learn how to apply an alternative approach for recognizing gifted behaviors in diverse learners and fostering inclusive learning environments that cultivate mathematical potential. The session blends research-based theory with hands-on practice, ensuring participants leave with strategies they can implement immediately. Lunch will be provided and a small stipend offered to EC BOCES educators attending. WHO SHOULD ATTEND? School Administrators ● Principals, Assistant Principals, and district leaders who want to improve identification processes and ensure equitable access to gifted services in their schools. 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade Teachers ● Elementary educators working directly with students during critical developmental years when talent often becomes evident but may go unrecognized. Gifted Coordinators ● Professionals responsible for identifying and supporting gifted learners who seek innovative approaches to expand their identification toolkit, especially for underserved populations. What to Expect ● One full day (6 hours) of professional development ● Comprehensive training materials ● Ready-to-use identification strategies ● Follow-up support and resources Please see attached information.
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PRESENTER: Multiple LOCATION: Fort Hays Tech Northwest - Goodland, KS DESCRIPTION: Please see attached agenda for detailed information.
2026 Agriculture Targeted PD.pdf

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