Professional learning opportunities for mathematics
Increase your mathematical knowledge with these professional learning opportunities.
KCTM offering workshop on ensuring mathematical success
The Kentucky Council of Teachers of Mathematics is offering a workshop Nov. 4 at Randall K. Cooper High School in Union.
Walton-Verona honored for music education efforts
The Walton-Verona Independent school district has been recognized by The National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Foundation as one of its Best Communities for Music Education. The awards program recognizes outstanding efforts by teachers, administrators, parents, students and community leaders who have made music education part of the curriculum. Designations are made to districts and schools that demonstrate an exceptionally [...]
Online arts integration and STEAM conference offered
Education Closet will host its Connectivity Arts Integration and STEAM Conference live and online beginning July 20. The conference provides a flexible and affordable learning option for K-12 classroom and arts educators seeking practical tips, resources and ideas for integrating the arts into any classroom. It will feature more than 20 sessions showcasing best practices in arts integration and STEAM [...]
Middle school math institute offers two sessions
The Kentucky Department of Education and the Kentucky Center for Mathematics are offering the Middle School Mathematics Summer Institute for middle school mathematics teachers, special educators, intervention teachers and instructional coaches June 13-15 at the University of Louisville. The institute includes two free professional learning opportunities for middle school educators – both featuring master teacher Anne Burgunder – that are [...]
Thank a school librarian during April
April is National School Library Month, so now is the perfect time to share your appreciation for school librarians and the impact they have on student success.
Environmental education conference seeking proposals
The Kentucky Association for Environmental Education is seeking proposals for its annual conference Sept. 7-9 at Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park in Gilbertsville. Submissions for concurrent sessions or posters must be reflective of at least one of these strands: Connecting to nature Skills and professional development for organizations Technology and innovation in environmental education Problem-solving and partnerships The submission [...]
Kentucky Reading Association Conference registration open
The Kentucky Reading Association is seeking proposals for its annual conference Oct. 26-28 at the Galt House Hotel in Louisville. The conference theme is, “Open the World of Literacy: Uncover Endless Treasures.” Proposals may be for content relevant to the K-12 general literacy strands or the newly developing early childhood strand and Read to Achieve educators. The submission deadline is [...]
White House History Teacher Institute accepting applications
Applications are being accepted for the 2017 White House History Teacher Institute, scheduled for July 17-21 in Washington, D.C. The workshop allows educators to discover the history behind the White House and explore how stories from the building can be used to enhance social studies classrooms. The institute is open to all middle school and high school educators, including library media [...]
History inquiry units look at how science, technology influence society
Over the course of time, engineering and technology have influenced our world socially, economically, politically and culturally. From the invention of the wheel to the many complex technological inventions and advancements of today, the intertwined relationship between engineering, technology and the rest of society is undeniable.