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Curriculum Leadership Series 
Iowa ASCD and National Institute for Excellence in Teaching (NIET)

Three Sessions - Virtual
Connections to Your Instructional Framework

Year at a Glance

• Elevate the Power of Reflective Practice through the Analysis of Student Work!
  January 16 - 12:00 - 3:00 PM
  Register Here $150.

• Elevate the Power of Inquiry to Transform Teaching Practices!
  February 20 - 12:00 - 3:00 PM
  Register Here $150.

• Elevate the Curriculum Quality and Drive Student Success!
  April 3 - 8:00 - 11:00 AM
  Register Here $150.

January-Reflective Practice 

Elevate the Power of Reflective Practice through the Analysis of Student Work

Join our upcoming session and discover how analyzing the work we have our students complete and submit as evidence of their learning can elevate both teacher effectiveness and student achievement. This immersive experience is designed to empower educators with actionable strategies that drive meaningful growth and foster a thriving learning community.

Session Highlights:

• Enhancing Professional Learning to Boost Student Success
• Learn how to analyze student work to inform professional learning experiences, leading to improved student achievement and more reflective teaching practices.

• Teachers’ Reflective Practice should be driven by the learning experiences our students participate in. The work they do and the insights we gain from the processes of formative assessment of their learning direct our continual improvement as instructors.

This session is ideal for school leaders, instructional coaches, and mentors who are dedicated to empowering teachers and improving school-wide learning.

Join us to create a foundation of excellence that will drive growth for both teachers and students!

January 16 - 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm    Virtual
Register Here $150

February-Power of Inquiry

Elevate the Power of Inquiry to Transform Teaching Practices!

Join our transformative professional development session and explore how classroom inquiry can elevate expertise in evidence-based practices! Dive into practical strategies that enable continuous, data-informed learning, fostering an environment where both teachers and students thrive.

What You’ll Gain:

• Practical Approaches for Leadership
  Discover effective ways for leadership teams to empower and coach teacher leaders in fostering collaboration, enhancing instructional equity, and driving student achievement. Learn how to cultivate a school culture that prioritizes growth, innovation, and shared success.

• Support for Early Career Teachers
  Explore techniques to support early career teachers in designing instruction that promotes critical thinking and problem-solving. Equip your teachers with tools to create dynamic learning environments that foster curiosity and academic success for all students.

This session is ideal for school and district leaders, instructional coaches, and teacher mentors who are committed to advancing educational excellence. Let’s work together to build a foundation for lasting impact and foster a future of engaged, confident learners.

Register now and take the first step in transforming your educational community!

February 20 - 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm Virtual
Register Here $150
 

April-Curriculum Quality

Elevate Curriculum Quality & Drive Student Success!

Join us for a dynamic professional development session designed to empower educators with actionable strategies for enhancing curriculum quality and boosting educational outcomes. Discover how teaching and learning standards can be powerful tools to elevate classroom instruction and help all students achieve at their highest potential.

What You’ll Learn:

• Leveraging Standards to Strengthen Curriculum
  Uncover strategies to align your curriculum with teaching and learning standards, ensuring a high-quality, cohesive educational experience that promotes student growth and success.

• Supporting Early Career Teachers in Student Progress Analysis
  Equip early career teachers with a clear, effective process for analyzing student work, assessing progress toward standards mastery, and refining instructional practices based on real student data. Empower your teachers to make evidence-based decisions that drive continuous improvement.

This session is ideal for educators, instructional coaches, and school leaders dedicated to fostering an educational environment where teachers feel supported and students excel.

Join us and take the next step toward transformative teaching practices that make a difference!

April 3 - 8:00-11:00 am Virtual
Register Here  $150.
 

Facilitated By NIET

NIET has helped districts across the state develop instructional teacher leadership roles and align structures and supports and worked with principals to maximize the impact of teacher-leaders and instructional coaches on classroom teaching and learning.

Who should attend?

• Curriculum Leaders
• ​​​​​​​Principals
• Instructional Coaches
• Coaches & Teachers
• New Teachers

Register for the event now!

We look forward to learning with you!
Dr. Susan Pecinovsky, Iowa ASCD, specinovsky0820@gmail.com
Lora Rasey, Iowa ASCD, LoraRasey@gmail.com
Registration/Cancellation Questions: 
Contact Becky Martin, Iowa ASCD  rjmartin@mchsi.com 

Iowa ASCD Event Cancellation Policy: If you are unable to attend, please send your cancellation in writing 14 calendar days prior to the start of the program to request a credit voucher. Within 14 days of the start of the program, you are ineligible for a credit voucher but may send a non-registered person in your place with registration confirmation or written authorization form you.