Archive: Professional Development

Words, Words, Words: Their Importance in Literacy Development

This session will briefly examine the research surrounding language and literacy development from birth through 5th grade.  It will explore instruction that honors cultural practices and supports literacy achievement. Facilitated by Anne Almburg, DeKalb ROE

Less is More in Math Instruction

As we plan and facilitate math instruction, we want to ensure that we provide high impact strategies to engage our students quickly. We will discuss four strategies that include students in the learning the entire time so that we minimize distraction. Facilitated by Crystal Wash, DeKalb ROE

High Expectations Teaching: Turning Mindset into Action

How do we prepare our students to be financially independent adults? ​ In this session, we will focus on using student agency and targeted instructional strategies to engage students in their own learning and convince them they are capable of learning at high levels. Facilitated by Margo Sickele, DeKalb ROE

Writing Tips Pre K-2

In this session teachers will learn about the developmental stages of writing and how to prepare pre-writing and writing activities to encourage young writers. Facilitated by Debbie Bible, DeKalb ROE

Using Genius Hour to Personalize Learning Experiences

Genius Hour supports students to choose learning experiences based on personal interests while targeting 21st century skills. In this training, we will investigate how to empower students to use their interests to gain research and presentation skills, while targeting 21st-century skills like critical thinking, communication, flexibility, adaptation, and self-direction. Facilitated by ...read more

Kindergarten Readiness Forum

The Annual Kindergarten Readiness Forum is a way to inform our community on the state of Kindergarten Readiness in DeKalb County. This event is meant for early childhood providers/educators, community service agencies, policy changers, decision makers, parents, and community members! We all have a part in preparing your youngest learners ...read more