Session 1 of 3 – College, Career & Life Success (Tuesday, April 7, 2026 8:30am-11:30am) WS# 405348 Location: Sal Del Rey Room
A foundational training that prepares participants to deliver high impact lessons focused on:
• Soft Skills Development (communication, teamwork, critical thinking, problem solving)
• Career Exploration Activities introducing fast growing industries and regional workforce demands
• College & Postsecondary Readiness Skills including goal setting, confidence-building, and future planning
Outcome: McKinney Vento teams will be equipped to facilitate district level workshops that inspire students to visualize and plan for future career pathways.

Session 2 of 3 – Media Arts & Communication (Tuesday, May 5, 2026 8:30am-11:30am) WS# 405348 Location: Sal Del Rey Room
This session immerses participants in hands on learning aligned to creative and digital communication careers. Training will include:
• Media production fundamentals such as digital storytelling, content creation, and communication strategies
• Interactive activities that can be replicated in classroom or group settings
• Exploration of industry tools and skills that help students discover their voice and strengthen identity-building through creative expression
Outcome: District staff will be empowered to bring multimedia based CTE experiences to students, supporting engagement, confidence, and self-expression.

Session 3 of 3 – Coding & Artificial Intelligence (Tuesday, June 2, 2026 8:30am-11:30am) WS# 405348 Location: Sal Del Rey Room
This final session introduces participants to high demand STEM and technology fields through:
• Beginner-friendly coding activities
• Foundational AI concepts that students can apply to creative or problem-solving tasks
• Hands on experiences that build digital literacy and cultivate interest in emerging tech careers
Outcome: McKinney Vento teams will gain practical, classroom-ready activities to expose students to future-ready technology pathways, helping them build confidence and curiosity in STEM.

McKinney/Vento Coordinators and Liaisons

College/Career Readiness
CTE
Instruction for Students with Diverse Needs
Instructional Strategies
Mckinney Vento

TPESS 1b Effective instructional practices
TPESS 1d Maximize learning for all students
TTESS 2.4 Differentiation
TTESS 4.3 Professional Development

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