This practice guide presents three evidence-based recommendations for helping students in grades 6–12 develop effective writing skills. Each recommendation includes specific, actionable guidance for educators on implementing practices in their classrooms. The guide also summarizes and rates the evidence supporting each recommendation, describes examples to use in class, and offers the panel’s advice on how […]
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Join the RAC Reading Specialists' Network for an opportunity to connect with other reading specialists in Allegheny County. Each hybrid session will feature research-based best practices and strategies that specialists need in order to be effective in their role as they work with students, teachers, and parents in all three tiers of literacy. The network […]
Planning for Professional Learning around Science Standards: Strategically Building Capacity for Sustained PracticeWho: A district team of three to six science leaders including at least one administratorWhen: April 7-8, 2025Where: Allegheny Intermediate Unit; 475 E. Waterfront Dr., Homestead, PA 15120Price: $1200 per district team of three to six participantsFood: Lunch will be provided!Tech: Please bring […]
Please join us for monthly virtual networking opportunities designed to create a robust Professional Learning Community (PLC) around the topic of MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports). Meetings in the 2024-2025 school year will be offered in two strands: The morning session for Administrators leading efforts to scale implementation of MTSS at their district or building the afternoon session […]
Please join us for monthly virtual networking opportunities designed to create a robust Professional Learning Community (PLC) around the topic of MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports). Meetings in the 2024-2025 school year will be offered in two strands: The morning session for Administrators leading efforts to scale implementation of MTSS at their district or building the afternoon session […]
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This training program helps teachers improve their math teaching skills using Direct Instruction (DI). Participants will learn the key ideas and strategies from the "Direct Instruction Mathematics" book. They will get practical experience and knowledge to effectively use DI in their classrooms. The course covers lesson planning, teaching methods, assessment techniques, and ways to support […]
Tiffany Luther from NWEA MAP will unpack what the RIT score means and how to utilize the data from the NWEA’s MAP Assessment. Both new and current users are welcome to attend. Bring your questions regarding data utilization and learn more efficient and effective ways to use the data we collect to help all learners […]
AIU-Operated Special Education Schools, Mon Valley, Pathfinder and Sunrise are closed for Spring Break.
Renaissance will provide information regarding their connected ecosystem that encompasses a variety of integrated solutions to help teachers analyze data and design instructional response that is measurable. MTSS platforms and progress monitoring tools to help schools measure achievement and growth will be included. Audience: Administrators, General Education teachers, Special Education teachers, Interventionists, and Coaches.
Special Education Liaison Meetings are Hybrid. In-person meeting will be held at the Allegheny Intermediate Unit in the Sullivan Room. Link to Online Meeting can be found below.
