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2023 Summer Professional Development Sessions

Project-Based Learning 

June 13-15, 2023
8:00am-3:00pm
SEC at the BOE
1511 Gypsum St.

PBL will:

  • shift your teaching and impact your students
  • prepare your students for college, career, and life
  • offer a transformative learning experience for all students
 

Participants will:

  • learn about Gold Standard Project Based Instruction
  • learn how to get started with PBL in their classrooms
  • walk away with a draft of a PBL project, ready to finish and implement
 

Take advantage of compensation offered by Salina Public Schools

  • Option 1: $500 stipend
  • Option 2: $350 stipend plus full coverage of the $150 fee for two graduate credits from MidAmerica Nazarene University (not required)
To enroll, click on Registration Form.  
 
Questions? Contact the Professional Learning Office.
Phone: 785-309-4748
 
 
PBL Training

Google Certified Educator Training - Level 1

Session 1: May 30 & 31, 2023
Session 2: July 5 & 6, 2023 
8:00 am - 3:00 pm
SEC at the BOE
1511 Gypsum St.

Instructor: Elizabeth Kinion

This course will lead you to proficiently create and apply Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms, and more in your classroom. You will also learn to efficiently use and organize Google Drive, Classroom, Meet, Gmail, and Calendar. Prepare to become a Level 1 Google Certified Educator!

To enroll, click on Registration Form.
 
Questions? Contact the Professional Learning Office.
Phone: 785-309-4748
 
Google Certified Educator Training

Canva - Create, Teach & Connect Like A Pro!

Session 1: June 20 & 22, 2023
Session 2: July 24 & 25, 2023
8:00 am - 3:00 pm
SEC at the BOE
1511 Gypsum St.

Instructor: Elizabeth Burke

Canva is an easy-to-use design and publishing tool with a mission to empower everyone to design anything, publish anywhere, and collaborate with others. It provides a platform for students to create and display their learning and educators to integrate technology with purpose. 

Optional: One graduate credit hour is available from MidAmerica Nazarene University for $75. Must attend both training days.
 
To enroll, click on Registration Form.
 
Questions? Contact the Professional Learning Office.
Phone: 785-309-4748
 
Canva
Mental Health First Aid
June 5 & 6, 2023
8:00 am - 5:00 pm (Day 1)
8:00 am - 12:00 pm (Day 2)
Multipurpose Room, Hageman
409 W. Cloud St.
Day 1: Youth Mental Health First Aid

Participants will learn how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders. The training gives the skills needed to reach out and provide initial help and support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem or experiencing a crisis. 

Day 2: Wellness and Mental Health Care                                                                                                                            Participants will study aspects of self-care with an emphasis on overall wellness. 

Optional: One graduate credit hour ($75) is available through MidAmerica Nazarene University and/or 12 CEUs.

To enroll, click on Registration Form.
 
Questions? Contact the Professional Learning Office.
Phone: 785-309-4748
 
MHFA
 
Summer 2023 Book Study & Discussion
June 12 & July 10, 2023 
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm 
SEC at the BOE
1511 Gypsum St.
Registration Deadline is June 5th!
All participants receive a copy of the book to read before session dates. 
The Vocabulary Playbook - Learning Words that Matter by Douglas Fisher and Nancy Frey will help students build academic success - word by word. Intentional vocabulary instruction is critical in every grade, and in every content area.
 
Optional: One graduate credit hour is available from MidAmerica Nazarene University for $75. Must attend both training days.
 
To enroll, click on Registration Form
 
Questions? Contact the Professional Learning Office.
Phone: 785-309-4748
 
Summer Study & Book Discussion