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Date: 1/17/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Online Course
This six-hour workshop is a component of the required thirty hours for teachers delivering services to identified Gifted/Talented (G/T) students. Participants will analyze the historical, legal, and conceptual understandings of gifted education. They will examine the characteristics and behaviors of gifted learners, which are the basis for developing programs that meet their needs. Participants will consider the social and emotional needs of these learners and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of different types of programs for gifted learners.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/17/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: La Joya Room
This session provides an in-depth overview of the LJISD Dual Language Program, highlighting its goals, structure, and instructional strategies. Educators will gain a deeper understanding of how the program supports bilingualism and biliteracy while fostering academic success for all students.
Max Participants:
80
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/17/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Tabasco Room
This session explores the power of Content-Based Language Instruction (CBLI) as an approach to enhance language development while teaching academic content. Educators will learn how to integrate language and content objectives to support emergent bilingual students' language acquisition and academic success simultaneously
Max Participants:
90
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/17/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Palmview Room
The session provides an overview of the Summit K12 Connect to Literacy program, highlighting its tools for accelerating English language development and literacy for Emergent Bilingual students. Participants will learn to navigate the platform, monitor student progress, monitor student progress, and integrate resources to support classroom instruction and TELPAS growth.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/17/2026
Start Time: 12:30 PM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: La Joya Room
Participants will engage in make-and-take activities that will support biliteracy development time.
Max Participants:
80
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/20/2026
Start Time: 4:30 PM
End Time: 5:30 PM
Location: Tabasco Room
Participants will review procedures for supplemental services and support provided to migrant students to ensure their academic success.
Max Participants:
60
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/24/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Jimmy Carter ECHS - Room E102
Teachers will be trained on Math Research-Based Instructional Strategies (RBIS)
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/24/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Jimmy Carter ECHS - Room E103
Teachers will be trained on Math Research-Based Instructional Strategies (RBIS)
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/24/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: La Joya Room
Join us in this session to learn how to make the most of School AI to boost instructional efficiency and creativity. This professional learning session will empower teachers to leverage School AI as a supportive tool for deepening instructional practices, to streamline planning, generate aligned resources, and support differentiated instruction.
Max Participants:
70
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/24/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: La Joya Planetarium
During this targeted planning session, PK teachers from Tier 3 and Tier 4 campuses will receive guided support in internalizing and implementing the Read Aloud Instructional Planning Calendars. Participants will walk through the internalization process step-by-step, analyze lesson components, plan for explicit read aloud instruction, and prepare to execute lessons with fidelity. The session will strengthen understanding of teacher moves, targeted vocabulary, questioning, and demonstration-of-learning elements to ensure consistent implementation districtwide.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/24/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Staff Development Center (Board Room)
NCS - Freshman Success MOY Training
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/24/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: La Joya ISD
Grading for BOY TIA
Max Participants:
10
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/24/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Los Ebanos Room
The goal of Day 3 training is to ensure that educators feel confident and prepared to use MAP Growth data to enhance their instructional practices and support student achievement effectively.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/24/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Palmview Room
The goal of Day 3 training is to ensure that educators feel confident and prepared to use MAP Growth data to enhance their instructional practices and support student achievement effectively.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/24/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Tabasco Room
The goal of Day 3 training is to ensure that educators feel confident and prepared to use MAP Growth data to enhance their instructional practices and support student achievement effectively
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/24/2026
Start Time: 12:30 PM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: La Joya Planetarium
During this targeted planning session, PK teachers will receive guided support in internalizing and implementing the Read Aloud Instructional Planning Calendars. Participants will walk through the internalization process step-by-step, analyze lesson components, plan for explicit read aloud instruction, and prepare to execute lessons with fidelity. The session will strengthen understanding of teacher moves, targeted vocabulary, questioning, and demonstration-of-learning elements to ensure consistent implementation districtwide.
Max Participants:
60
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/24/2026
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Los Ebanos Room
The goal of Day 3 training is to ensure that educators feel confident and prepared to use MAP Growth data to enhance their instructional practices and support student achievement effectively.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/24/2026
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Palmview Room
The goal of Day 3 training is to ensure that educators feel confident and prepared to use MAP Growth data to enhance their instructional practices and support student achievement effectively.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/24/2026
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Tabasco Room
The goal of Day 3 training is to ensure that educators feel confident and prepared to use MAP Growth data to enhance their instructional practices and support student achievement effectively.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/28/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:30 PM
Location: Transportation Complex Western Rd
CPI training is designed to help identify, prevent, and de-escalate crises. Wear comfortable clothing. (Please no high heels) Please call the special education office before registering if you have a medical condition.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/28/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: La Joya Room
This training is designed to prepare assistant principals to effectively support and oversee campus assessment programs. Participants will receive comprehensive guidance on state and local testing procedures, including roles, responsibilities, and compliance requirements. The session will include an overview of MAP and STAAR assessments. Assistant principals will also receive a TELPAS overview to strengthen understanding of English learner assessment processes. In addition, the training will provide introductions to Cambium and DMAC, focusing on navigation, reporting tools, and how these platforms support assessment.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/29/2026
Start Time: 4:00 PM
End Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Tabasco Room
Assistant Principals will be well equipped with the knowledge and tools needed to lead their teams effectively, support instructional excellence, and contribute to the district's vision for academic success.
Max Participants:
65
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/31/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Tabasco Room
Date: 1/31/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Palmview Room
Date: 1/31/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Los Ebanos Room
Participants will internalize upcoming lessons, practice core routines, and learn practical strategies for differentiation. T
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/31/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Online Course
This six-hour workshop is a component of the required thirty hours for teachers delivering services to identified G/T students. Participants will examine the process of nominating, screening, selecting, and placing students in gifted programs.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/31/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: La Joya Room
All AP Seminar teachers must take and pass the Team Multimedia Presentation (TMP) and Individual Multimedia Presentation and Oral Defense (IMP) certification tests before submitting scores for those performance task components. Training is available in AP Classroom.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/2/2026
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: La Joya Room
Participants will review the procedures and/ or information on the LPAC Framework, LPAC tasks, and Years in US Schools.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/4/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Tabasco Room
Goal: Ensuring guidance lessons are accessible for diverse learners (including special education and ELL students) and aligned to ASCA Mindsets and Behaviors Focus: Supporting counselors in delivering effective, standards-based guidance lessons. Goal: Training on using data dashboards (e.g., Panorama, DMAC) to monitor student progress in CCMR indicators. Focus: Continuous improvement and ensure counselors are equipped to make informed, timely adjustments to support student success. Goal: Counselors share examples of data-driven student planning and intervention and Workshop on adjusting interventions based on mid-year data (attendance, academic, SEL, CCMR). Focus: Continuous improvement and ensure counselors are equipped to make informed, timely adjustments to support student success.
Max Participants:
1000
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/7/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Tabasco Room
The purpose of this session is to strengthen implementation of the Amplify 6–8 curriculum and build internal capacity for high-quality literacy instruction.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/10/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: La Joya Room
This beginner-focused professional development session introduces educators to the basics of Google Drive as a tool for organizing, storing, and sharing digital files. Participants will learn how to navigate Drive, create folders, upload and manage files, and share documents securely. The session emphasizes practical, step-by-step guidance to help educators build confidence using Google Drive for everyday classroom and professional tasks.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/10/2026
Start Time: 1:30 PM
End Time: 4:30 PM
Location: La Joya Room
This intermediate-level professional development session is designed for educators who are familiar with the basics of Google Drive and are ready to work more efficiently. Participants will explore advanced organization strategies, including shared drives, folder permissions, and search tools. The session will also focus on collaboration features such as shared ownership, version history, and best practices for managing access. Educators will leave with practical strategies to streamline workflows and support collaboration using Google Drive.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/10/2026
Start Time: 4:30 PM
End Time: 5:30 PM
Location: Online Course
Participants will review procedures for supplemental services and support provided to migrant students to ensure their academic success.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/14/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: La Joya Palmview High School Library
Participants will use the Bluebonnet Learning K-5 Internalization Protocols to understand the big idea of the module and topic, understand the purpose and objective of the lessons, and prepare to teach each activity.
Max Participants:
55
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/14/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Palmview HS Choir Room
Participants will use the Bluebonnet Learning K-5 Internalization Protocols to understand the big idea of the module and topic, understand the purpose and objective of the lessons, and prepare to teach each activity.
Max Participants:
60
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/14/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Palmview High School Dance Room 1
Participants will use the Bluebonnet Learning K-5 Internalization Protocols to understand the big idea of the module and topic, understand the purpose and objective of the lessons, and prepare to teach each activity.
Max Participants:
55
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/14/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Palmview High School Orchestra Room
Participants will use the Bluebonnet Learning K-5 Internalization Protocols to understand the big idea of the module and topic, understand the purpose and objective of the lessons, and prepare to teach each activity.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/14/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: La Joya Palmview High School Mariachi Room
Participants will use the Bluebonnet Learning K-5 Internalization Protocols to understand the big idea of the module and topic, understand the purpose and objective of the lessons, and prepare to teach each activity.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/14/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: La Joya Palmview HS Dance Room 2
Participants will use the Bluebonnet Learning K-5 Internalization Protocols to understand the big idea of the module and topic, understand the purpose and objective of the lessons, and prepare to teach each activity.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/14/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: La Joya Palmview High School A-055
Participants will internalize to understand the big idea of the upcoming module and topics, understand the purpose and objective of the lessons, and prepare to teach each activity.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/14/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: La Joya Palmview High School Room A-053
Participants will internalize to understand the big idea of the upcoming module and topics, understand the purpose and objective of the lessons, and prepare to teach each activity.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/14/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: La Joya Palmview High School Room A-051
Participants will internalize to understand the big idea of the upcoming module and topics, understand the purpose and objective of the lessons, and prepare to teach each activity.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/14/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: La Joya Palmview High School Room A-049
Participants will internalize to understand the big idea of the upcoming module and topics, understand the purpose and objective of the lessons, and prepare to teach each activity.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/14/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: La Joya Palmview High School Room A-047
Participants will internalize to understand the big idea of the upcoming module and topics, understand the purpose and objective of the lessons, and prepare to teach each activity.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/17/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Tabasco Room
Participants will: Elementary campuses will meet in person with Belinda Banda, Maribel Lopez, and Magdalena Guzman to review the TSDS Class Roster Winter Snapshot, with the snapshot date set by TEA as the last Friday in February — February 27, 2026. Campuses will have the opportunity to review student and teacher data, including Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) information, to ensure data quality and accuracy as of the snapshot date. Bring your charged laptops
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/18/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Tabasco Room
Participants will: Secondary campuses will meet in person with Belinda Banda, Maribel Lopez, and Magdalena Guzman to review the TSDS Class Roster Winter Snapshot, with the snapshot date set by TEA as the last Friday in February — February 27, 2026. Campuses will have the opportunity to review student and teacher data, including Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) information, to ensure data quality and accuracy as of the snapshot date. Bring your charged laptops
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/19/2026
Start Time: 4:00 PM
End Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Guillermo Flores Elementary Library
Participants will examine committee roles, responsibilities, and DLI program expectations to enhance the fidelity of program implementation.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/21/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Room A014
During this Amplify Session, teachers will deepen their understanding of the unit’s literacy goals and practice the routines that drive comprehension, vocabulary, and writing.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/21/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Room A016
During this Amplify Session, teachers will deepen their understanding of the unit’s literacy goals and practice the routines that drive comprehension, vocabulary, and writing.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/21/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Room A018
During this Amplify Session, teachers will deepen their understanding of the unit’s literacy goals and practice the routines that drive comprehension, vocabulary, and writing.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/21/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:30 PM
Location: La Joya Room
Inducted members will continue learning how to integrate tech and digital resources, apps, and tools in daily instruction to impact teaching and learning. Members will use their issued MacBook Pro and iPad to create digital content/videos. Focus will be on preparation for the creation of the required academy end of year video submission. Video Portfolio will be reviewed.
Max Participants:
60
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/21/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Online Course
This six-hour workshop is a component of the required thirty hours for teachers delivering services to identified G/T students. Participants will be introduced to differentiated instruction as a way to meet the needs of gifted/talented learners in the regular classroom. They will examine models of differentiation including anchor activities, tiered instruction, menus along with a variety of low-preparation strategies.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/21/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Tabasco Room
During this targeted planning session, PK teachers from Tier 3 and Tier 4 campuses will receive guided support in internalizing and implementing the Read Aloud Instructional Planning Calendars. Participants will walk through the internalization process step-by-step, analyze lesson components, plan for explicit read aloud instruction, and prepare to execute lessons with fidelity. The session will strengthen understanding of teacher moves, targeted vocabulary, questioning, and demonstration-of-learning elements to ensure consistent implementation districtwide.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/21/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Jimmy Carter Early College Library
This session explores the power of Content-Based Language Instruction (CBLI) as an approach to enhance language development while teaching academic content. Educators will learn how to integrate language and content objectives to support emergent bilingual students' language acquisition and academic success simultaneously.
Max Participants:
80
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/21/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Tabasco Elementary Library
Participants will engage in make-and-take activities that will support biliteracy development time.
Max Participants:
80
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/21/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: La Joya Palmview High School Mariachi Room
Participants will dive into teaching and learning practices to integrate best practices for science instruction, learn strategies to engage students in authentic scientific inquiry, and explore ways to prepare for and enhance science instruction for 21st-century learners. The training will highlight the district’s instructional framework and demonstrate how it connects to effective science practices. Participants will experience SAVVAS hands-on inquiry labs included in the lab kits, gaining practical strategies to bring science concepts to life in the classroom. By the end of the session, participants will walk away with a deeper understanding of program resources, completed plans for upcoming instruction, and personal reflections to ensure long-term implementation success.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/21/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Palmview High School Dance Room 1
Participants will dive into teaching and learning practices to integrate best practices for science instruction, learn strategies to engage students in authentic scientific inquiry, and explore ways to prepare for and enhance science instruction for 21st-century learners. The training will highlight the district’s instructional framework and demonstrate how it connects to effective science practices. Participants will experience SAVVAS hands-on inquiry labs included in the lab kits, gaining practical strategies to bring science concepts to life in the classroom. By the end of the session, participants will walk away with a deeper understanding of program resources, completed plans for upcoming instruction, and personal reflections to ensure long-term implementation success.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/21/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Palmview HS Choir Room
Participants will dive into teaching and learning practices to integrate best practices for science instruction, learn strategies to engage students in authentic scientific inquiry, and explore ways to prepare for and enhance science instruction for 21st-century learners. The training will highlight the district’s instructional framework and demonstrate how it connects to effective science practices. Participants will experience SAVVAS hands-on inquiry labs included in the lab kits, gaining practical strategies to bring science concepts to life in the classroom. By the end of the session, participants will walk away with a deeper understanding of program resources, completed plans for upcoming instruction, and personal reflections to ensure long-term implementation success.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/21/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Palmview High School Orchestra Room
Participants will dive into teaching and learning practices to integrate best practices for science instruction, learn strategies to engage students in authentic scientific inquiry, and explore ways to prepare for and enhance science instruction for 21st-century learners. The training will highlight the district’s instructional framework and demonstrate how it connects to effective science practices. Participants will experience SAVVAS hands-on inquiry labs included in the lab kits, gaining practical strategies to bring science concepts to life in the classroom. By the end of the session, participants will walk away with a deeper understanding of program resources, completed plans for upcoming instruction, and personal reflections to ensure long-term implementation success.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/21/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: La Joya Palmview High School Library
Participants will dive into teaching and learning practices to integrate best practices for science instruction, learn strategies to engage students in authentic scientific inquiry, and explore ways to prepare for and enhance science instruction for 21st-century learners. The training will highlight the district’s instructional framework and demonstrate how it connects to effective science practices. Participants will experience SAVVAS hands-on inquiry labs included in the lab kits, gaining practical strategies to bring science concepts to life in the classroom. By the end of the session, participants will walk away with a deeper understanding of program resources, completed plans for upcoming instruction, and personal reflections to ensure long-term implementation success.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/21/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Science Lab A283
Participants will dive into teaching and learning practices to integrate best practices for science instruction, learn strategies to engage students in authentic scientific inquiry, and explore ways to prepare for and enhance science instruction for 21st-century learners. The training will highlight the district’s instructional framework and demonstrate how it connects to effective science practices. Participants will experience SAVVAS hands-on inquiry labs included in the lab kits, gaining practical strategies to bring science concepts to life in the classroom. By the end of the session, participants will walk away with a deeper understanding of program resources, completed plans for upcoming instruction, and personal reflections to ensure long-term implementation success.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/21/2026
Start Time: 12:30 PM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Tabasco Room
During this targeted planning session, PK teachers will receive guided support in internalizing and implementing the Read Aloud Instructional Planning Calendars. Participants will walk through the internalization process step-by-step, analyze lesson components, plan for explicit read aloud instruction, and prepare to execute lessons with fidelity. The session will strengthen understanding of teacher moves, targeted vocabulary, questioning, and demonstration-of-learning elements to ensure consistent implementation districtwide.
Max Participants:
60
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/21/2026
Start Time: 12:30 PM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: La Joya Palmview High School Mariachi Room
Participants will dive into teaching and learning practices to integrate best practices for science instruction, learn strategies to engage students in authentic scientific inquiry, and explore ways to prepare for and enhance science instruction for 21st-century learners. The training will highlight the district’s instructional framework and demonstrate how it connects to effective science practices. Participants will experience SAVVAS hands-on inquiry labs included in the lab kits, gaining practical strategies to bring science concepts to life in the classroom. By the end of the session, participants will walk away with a deeper understanding of program resources, completed plans for upcoming instruction, and personal reflections to ensure long-term implementation success.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/21/2026
Start Time: 12:30 PM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Palmview High School Dance Room 1
Participants will dive into teaching and learning practices to integrate best practices for science instruction, learn strategies to engage students in authentic scientific inquiry, and explore ways to prepare for and enhance science instruction for 21st-century learners. The training will highlight the district’s instructional framework and demonstrate how it connects to effective science practices. Participants will experience SAVVAS hands-on inquiry labs included in the lab kits, gaining practical strategies to bring science concepts to life in the classroom. By the end of the session, participants will walk away with a deeper understanding of program resources, completed plans for upcoming instruction, and personal reflections to ensure long-term implementation success.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/21/2026
Start Time: 12:30 PM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Palmview HS Choir Room
Participants will dive into teaching and learning practices to integrate best practices for science instruction, learn strategies to engage students in authentic scientific inquiry, and explore ways to prepare for and enhance science instruction for 21st-century learners. The training will highlight the district’s instructional framework and demonstrate how it connects to effective science practices. Participants will experience SAVVAS hands-on inquiry labs included in the lab kits, gaining practical strategies to bring science concepts to life in the classroom. By the end of the session, participants will walk away with a deeper understanding of program resources, completed plans for upcoming instruction, and personal reflections to ensure long-term implementation success.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/21/2026
Start Time: 12:30 PM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Palmview High School Orchestra Room
Participants will dive into teaching and learning practices to integrate best practices for science instruction, learn strategies to engage students in authentic scientific inquiry, and explore ways to prepare for and enhance science instruction for 21st-century learners. The training will highlight the district’s instructional framework and demonstrate how it connects to effective science practices. Participants will experience SAVVAS hands-on inquiry labs included in the lab kits, gaining practical strategies to bring science concepts to life in the classroom. By the end of the session, participants will walk away with a deeper understanding of program resources, completed plans for upcoming instruction, and personal reflections to ensure long-term implementation success.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/21/2026
Start Time: 12:30 PM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: La Joya Palmview High School Library
Participants will dive into teaching and learning practices to integrate best practices for science instruction, learn strategies to engage students in authentic scientific inquiry, and explore ways to prepare for and enhance science instruction for 21st-century learners. The training will highlight the district’s instructional framework and demonstrate how it connects to effective science practices. Participants will experience SAVVAS hands-on inquiry labs included in the lab kits, gaining practical strategies to bring science concepts to life in the classroom. By the end of the session, participants will walk away with a deeper understanding of program resources, completed plans for upcoming instruction, and personal reflections to ensure long-term implementation success.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/21/2026
Start Time: 12:30 PM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Science Lab A283
Participants will dive into teaching and learning practices to integrate best practices for science instruction, learn strategies to engage students in authentic scientific inquiry, and explore ways to prepare for and enhance science instruction for 21st-century learners. The training will highlight the district’s instructional framework and demonstrate how it connects to effective science practices. Participants will experience SAVVAS hands-on inquiry labs included in the lab kits, gaining practical strategies to bring science concepts to life in the classroom. By the end of the session, participants will walk away with a deeper understanding of program resources, completed plans for upcoming instruction, and personal reflections to ensure long-term implementation success.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/26/2026
Start Time: 4:00 PM
End Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Tabasco Room
Assistant Principals will be well equipped with the knowledge and tools needed to lead their teams effectively, support instructional excellence, and contribute to the district's vision for academic success.
Max Participants:
65
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/28/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Palmview Room
The purpose of this session is to strengthen implementation of the Amplify 6–8 curriculum and build internal capacity for high-quality literacy instruction.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/28/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Online Course
Secondary concrete starting points to focus students' learning will be the cornerstone of this Zoom or face-to-face session. Learn how to address differentiation using the elements of depth and complexity. The icons for Language of the Discipline, Details, Rules, Patterns, Trends, Big ideas, Ethics and Unanswered Questions are used to stimulate higher level thinking using literature, newspaper, paintings and history text. Icons are tools to challenge learners to venture deeper and broaden their understanding of the areas of study. Using the Content Imperatives alongside these elements will create a deeper level of understanding for the gifted students as they look for the Origins, Contributions, Convergence, Parallels and Paradox.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/28/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Tabasco Room
This session explores the power of Content-Based Language Instruction (CBLI) as an approach to enhance language development while teaching academic content. Educators will learn how to integrate language and content objectives to support emergent bilingual students' language acquisition and academic success simultaneously.
Max Participants:
80
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/28/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: La Joya Room
This session emphasizes the use of data to drive differentiated instruction. Participants will examine strategies for planning targeted instruction, flexible grouping, and scaffolds that align with emergent bilingual student needs and support their academic growth.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/4/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 12:30 PM
Location: La Joya Room
This beginner-level professional development session introduces educators to the basics of Google Docs for creating and editing documents. Participants will learn how to create a new document, format text, insert basic elements, and use simple sharing features. The session provides step-by-step guidance to help educators build confidence using Google Docs for everyday classroom and professional tasks.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/4/2026
Start Time: 12:30 PM
End Time: 4:30 PM
Location: La Joya Room
This intermediate-level professional development session is designed for educators who are comfortable with the basics of Google Docs and are ready to expand their skills. Participants will explore collaboration tools such as comments, suggestions, version history, and shared ownership, along with formatting features that improve document structure and clarity. The session emphasizes practical strategies for using Google Docs to streamline workflows, support collaboration, and enhance instructional and professional documents.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/7/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Online Course
This six-hour workshop is a component of the required thirty hours for teachers delivering services to identified G/T students. Participants will be introduced to select teaching models and instructional strategies that promote cognitive and affective growth for gifted students. Specific topics for this day of the training include Bloom's Taxonomy; Creativity; ways to engage in Convergent and Divergent thinking.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/11/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Tabasco Room
Registration and Transition
Max Participants:
1000
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/21/2026
Start Time: 12:30 PM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: AHSP- Library
Participants will dive into teaching and learning practices to integrate best practices for science instruction, learn strategies to engage students in authentic scientific inquiry, and explore ways to prepare for and enhance science instruction for 21st-century learners. The training will highlight the district’s instructional framework and demonstrate how it connects to effective science practices. Participants will experience SAVVAS hands-on inquiry labs included in the lab kits, gaining practical strategies to bring science concepts to life in the classroom. By the end of the session, participants will walk away with a deeper understanding of program resources, completed plans for upcoming instruction, and personal reflections to ensure long-term implementation success.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/25/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Second Floor A252
Teachers will be trained on Math Research-Based Instructional Strategies (RBIS)
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/25/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: La Joya Room
This beginner-level professional development session introduces educators to Google Forms and Google Sheets as tools for collecting, organizing, and analyzing data. Participants will learn how to create simple forms for surveys, quizzes, or feedback, and how to view and manage responses in Google Sheets. The session provides hands-on, step-by-step guidance to help educators confidently use these tools for classroom and professional tasks.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/25/2026
Start Time: 1:30 PM
End Time: 4:30 PM
Location: La Joya Room
This intermediate-level professional development session is designed for educators who are comfortable with the basics of Google Forms and Sheets and are ready to use them more effectively. Participants will explore features such as form branching, quiz scoring, response validation, and automated data organization in Sheets. The session will also cover collaboration tools, basic formulas, and simple data analysis techniques to help educators turn collected data into actionable insights. Educators will leave with practical strategies to streamline workflows, enhance assessment practices, and support informed instructional decisions.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/26/2026
Start Time: 4:00 PM
End Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Tabasco Room
Assistant Principals will be well equipped with the knowledge and tools needed to lead their teams effectively, support instructional excellence, and contribute to the district's vision for academic success.
Max Participants:
65
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/28/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Online Course
This six-hour workshop is a component of the required thirty hours for teachers delivering services to identified G/T students. Participants will be introduced to select teaching models and instructional strategies that promote cognitive and affective growth for gifted students. The focus of the session will take an in-depth look at Sandra Kaplan's icons of depth and complexity.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 4/9/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Tabasco Room
Panorama
Max Participants:
1000
Min Participants:
1
Date: 4/18/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: La Joya Room
STEM Camp Instructors will plan/train in preparation for camp lessons and sessions. Outline, lesson objectives and presentations for each day will be created to include rotation schedule with each of the themes. Organization of camp materials/supplies, rosters, and equipment configuration will be conducted.
Max Participants:
18
Min Participants:
1
Date: 4/23/2026
Start Time: 4:00 PM
End Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Tabasco Room
Assistant Principals will be well equipped with the knowledge and tools needed to lead their teams effectively, support instructional excellence, and contribute to the district's vision for academic success.
Max Participants:
65
Min Participants:
1
Date: 4/25/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: La Joya Room
STEM Camp Instructors will plan/train in preparation for camp lessons and sessions. Outline, lesson objectives and presentations for each day will be created to include rotation schedule with each of the themes. Organization of camp materials/supplies, rosters, and equipment configuration will be conducted.
Max Participants:
18
Min Participants:
1
Date: 5/2/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: La Joya Room
STEM Camp Instructors will plan/train in preparation for camp lessons and sessions. Outline, lesson objectives and presentations for each day will be created to include rotation schedule with each of the themes. Organization of camp materials/supplies, rosters, and equipment configuration will be conducted.
Max Participants:
18
Min Participants:
1
Date: 5/6/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 10:17 PM
Location: Tabasco Room
Summer School
Max Participants:
1000
Min Participants:
1
Date: 5/9/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: La Joya Room
STEM Camp Instructors will plan/train in preparation for camp lessons and sessions. Outline, lesson objectives and presentations for each day will be created to include rotation schedule with each of the themes. Organization of camp materials/supplies, rosters, and equipment configuration will be conducted.
Max Participants:
18
Min Participants:
1
Date: 5/16/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: La Joya Room
STEM Camp Instructors will plan/train in preparation for camp lessons and sessions. Outline, lesson objectives and presentations for each day will be created to include rotation schedule with each of the themes. Organization of camp materials/supplies, rosters, and equipment configuration will be conducted.
Max Participants:
18
Min Participants:
1
Date: 5/23/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: La Joya Room
STEM Camp Instructors will plan/train in preparation for camp lessons and sessions. Outline, lesson objectives and presentations for each day will be created to include rotation schedule with each of the themes. Organization of camp materials/supplies, rosters, and equipment configuration will be conducted.
Max Participants:
18
Min Participants:
1
Date: 5/30/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: La Joya Room
STEM Camp Instructors will plan and finalize outline, lesson objectives, rotation schedules and presentations for each day. Organization of camp materials/supplies, rosters, and equipment configuration will be finalized by 1:00 PM at each site.
Max Participants:
18
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/9/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: La Joya Room
Discover how Brisk Teaching can streamline your daily instructional tasks while keeping student learning at the center. In this session, educators will explore how Brisk’s AI-powered tools can assist with lesson planning, differentiation, feedback, and instructional clarity—without replacing teacher expertise. Participants will leave with practical strategies for using Brisk to save time, enhance instructional quality, and support diverse learners in any classroom setting.
Max Participants:
45
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/10/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: La Joya Room
This session introduces educators to Google’s AI-powered tools, NotebookLM and Google Gemini Storybook, and their role in supporting both instructional planning and creative learning. Participants will explore how NotebookLM can help make sense of curriculum and instructional resources through source-based summaries and insights, while Gemini Storybook supports storytelling, literacy, and student voice through AI-assisted creation. Emphasis is placed on responsible AI use and practical classroom applications. Educators will leave with ready-to-use strategies for purposeful AI integration.
Max Participants:
45
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/11/2026
Start Time: 4:00 PM
End Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Tabasco Room
Assistant Principals will be well equipped with the knowledge and tools needed to lead their teams effectively, support instructional excellence, and contribute to the district's vision for academic success.
Max Participants:
65
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/16/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: La Joya Room
Wayground goes beyond engagement to provide valuable instructional insights. In this session, educators will learn how to use Wayground to collect real-time formative data, monitor student understanding, and adjust instruction on the spot. Participants will explore activity types and data features that support responsive teaching while keeping students actively involved in the learning process.
Max Participants:
45
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/17/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Online Course
This six-hour workshop is a component of the required thirty hours for teachers delivering services to identified Gifted/Talented (G/T) students. Participants will analyze the historical, legal, and conceptual understandings of gifted education. They will examine the characteristics and behaviors of gifted learners, which are the basis for developing programs that meet their needs. Participants will consider the social and emotional needs of these learners and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of different types of programs for gifted learners.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/31/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Online Course
This six-hour workshop is a component of the required thirty hours for teachers delivering services to identified G/T students. Participants will examine the process of nominating, screening, selecting, and placing students in gifted programs.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/10/2026
Start Time: 4:30 PM
End Time: 5:30 PM
Location: Online Course
Participants will review procedures for supplemental services and support provided to migrant students to ensure their academic success.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/21/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Online Course
This six-hour workshop is a component of the required thirty hours for teachers delivering services to identified G/T students. Participants will be introduced to differentiated instruction as a way to meet the needs of gifted/talented learners in the regular classroom. They will examine models of differentiation including anchor activities, tiered instruction, menus along with a variety of low-preparation strategies.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/28/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Online Course
Secondary concrete starting points to focus students' learning will be the cornerstone of this Zoom or face-to-face session. Learn how to address differentiation using the elements of depth and complexity. The icons for Language of the Discipline, Details, Rules, Patterns, Trends, Big ideas, Ethics and Unanswered Questions are used to stimulate higher level thinking using literature, newspaper, paintings and history text. Icons are tools to challenge learners to venture deeper and broaden their understanding of the areas of study. Using the Content Imperatives alongside these elements will create a deeper level of understanding for the gifted students as they look for the Origins, Contributions, Convergence, Parallels and Paradox.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/7/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Online Course
This six-hour workshop is a component of the required thirty hours for teachers delivering services to identified G/T students. Participants will be introduced to select teaching models and instructional strategies that promote cognitive and affective growth for gifted students. Specific topics for this day of the training include Bloom's Taxonomy; Creativity; ways to engage in Convergent and Divergent thinking.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/28/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Online Course
This six-hour workshop is a component of the required thirty hours for teachers delivering services to identified G/T students. Participants will be introduced to select teaching models and instructional strategies that promote cognitive and affective growth for gifted students. The focus of the session will take an in-depth look at Sandra Kaplan's icons of depth and complexity.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
