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SUMMARY:Knock it Out of the Park:  SAT10
DESCRIPTION:2025 Instructional Leadership Institute\nKnock it Out of the Park:  SAT10 Analysis and Planning for a Grand Slam!\nDescription of Session – Printable PDF  \nStep up to the plate and join us for a high-energy\, three-day virtual Instructional Leadership Institute designed to help you analyze and strategize for SAT10 success! This institute will equip you with the tools and insights to elevate your school’s performance\, hitting all the right targets for student success. \nThis engaging\, baseball-themed event is packed with actionable strategies that will help you H.I.T. your goals: \n\nHow are our students performing?\nIdentify needs and determine goals.\nTarget resources and professional learning for improvement.\n\nThroughout the event\, you will analyze SAT10 data\, identify trends and gaps in student performance\, and set focused goals for improvement. You’ll also explore how to use data-driven decision-making to select resources and professional learning that will help teachers and students swing for the fences. \nWhether you’re a coach\, a leader\, or an educator looking to step up your instructional game\, this Institute will provide you with the strategies and tools to knock SAT10 analysis out of the park and plan for a grand slam of student success. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nActionable insights into student SAT10 performance\nData analysis techniques to identify areas of improvement\nGoal-setting strategies for both students and teachers\nResources and professional development planning to support school-wide improvement\n\nDon’t strike out—join us and make your SAT10 planning a home run! \n \n  \n  \n  \n\nBenefits:  \n\nEligible teachers get paid $25.00 an hour for attendance plus in-service points.\n\nIf you have any questions regarding the content of the institute\, please contact Christel Reaves at creaves@connectedclass.com or call (561) 596-9039.
URL:https://connectedclass.com/event/knock-it-out-of-the-park-sat10/
CATEGORIES:PBC Private School Calendar
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SUMMARY:Knock it Out of the Park:  Iowa
DESCRIPTION:2025 Instructional Leadership Institute\nKnock it Out of the Park:  Iowa Analysis and Planning for a Grand Slam!\nDescription of Session – Printable PDF  \nStep up to the plate and join us for a high-energy\, three-day virtual Instructional Leadership Institute designed to help you analyze and strategize for Iowa success! Knock It Out of the Park: Iowa Analysis and Planning for a Grand Slam! will equip you with the tools and insights to elevate your school’s performance\, hitting all the right targets for student success. \nThis engaging\, baseball-themed event is packed with actionable strategies that will help you H.I.T. your goals: \n\nHow are our students performing?\nIdentify needs and determine goals.\nTarget resources and professional learning for improvement.\n\nThroughout the event\, you will analyze Iowa data\, identify trends and gaps in student performance\, and set focused goals for improvement. You’ll also explore how to use data-driven decision-making to select resources and professional learning that will help teachers and students swing for the fences. \nWhether you’re a coach\, a leader\, or an educator looking to step up your instructional game\, this Institute will provide you with the strategies and tools to knock Iowa analysis out of the park and plan for a grand slam of student success. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nActionable insights into student Iowa performance\nData analysis techniques to identify areas of improvement\nGoal-setting strategies for both students and teachers\nResources and professional development planning to support school-wide improvement\n\nDon’t strike out—join us and make your Iowa planning a home run! \n \n  \n  \n  \n\nBenefits:  \n\nEligible teachers get paid $25.00 an hour for attendance plus in-service points.\n\nIf you have any questions regarding the content of the institute\, please contact Christel Reaves at creaves@connectedclass.com or call (561) 596-9039.
URL:https://connectedclass.com/event/knock-it-out-of-the-park-iowa/
CATEGORIES:PBC Private School Calendar
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SUMMARY:Knock it Out of the Park:  Terra Nova
DESCRIPTION:2025 Instructional Leadership Institute\nKnock it Out of the Park:  Terra Nova Analysis and Planning for a Grand Slam!\nDescription of Session – Printable PDF  \nStep up to the plate and join us for a high-energy\, three-day virtual Instructional Leadership Institute designed to help you analyze and strategize for Terra Nova success! Knock It Out of the Park: Terra Nova Analysis and Planning for a Grand Slam! will equip you with the tools and insights to elevate your school’s performance\, hitting all the right targets for student success. \nThis engaging\, baseball-themed event is packed with actionable strategies that will help you H.I.T. your goals: \n\nHow are our students performing?\nIdentify needs and determine goals.\nTarget resources and professional learning for improvement.\n\nThroughout the event\, you will analyze Terra Nova data\, identify trends and gaps in student performance\, and set focused goals for improvement. You’ll also explore how to use data-driven decision-making to select resources and professional learning that will help teachers and students swing for the fences. \nWhether you’re a coach\, a leader\, or an educator looking to step up your instructional game\, this institute will provide you with the strategies and tools to knock Terra Nova analysis out of the park and plan for a grand slam of student success. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nActionable insights into student Terra Nova performance\nData analysis techniques to identify areas of improvement\nGoal-setting strategies for both students and teachers\nResources and professional development planning to support school-wide improvement\n\nDon’t strike out—join us and make your Terra Nova planning a home run! \n \n  \n  \n  \n\nBenefits:  \n\nEligible teachers get paid $25.00 an hour for attendance plus in-service points.\n\nIf you have any questions regarding the content of the institute\, please contact Christel Reaves at creaves@connectedclass.com or call (561) 596-9039.
URL:https://connectedclass.com/event/knock-it-out-of-the-park-terra-nova/
CATEGORIES:PBC Private School Calendar
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SUMMARY:Knock it Out of the Park:  MAP
DESCRIPTION:2025 Instructional Leadership Institute\nKnock it Out of the Park:  MAP Analysis and Planning for a Grand Slam!\nDescription of Session – Printable PDF  \nStep up to the plate and join us for a high-energy\, three-day virtual Instructional Leadership Institute designed to help you analyze and strategize for MAP success! Knock It Out of the Park: MAP Analysis and Planning for a Grand Slam! will equip you with the tools and insights to elevate your school’s performance\, hitting all the right targets for student success. \nThis engaging\, baseball-themed event is packed with actionable strategies that will help you H.I.T. your goals: \n\nHow are our students performing?\nIdentify needs and determine goals.\nTarget resources and professional learning for improvement.\n\nThroughout the event\, you will analyze MAP data\, identify trends and gaps in student performance\, and set focused goals for improvement. You’ll also explore how to use data-driven decision-making to select resources and professional learning that will help teachers and students swing for the fences. \nWhether you’re a coach\, a leader\, or an educator looking to step up your instructional game\, this institute will provide you with the strategies and tools to knock MAP analysis out of the park and plan for a grand slam of student success. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nActionable insights into student MAP performance\nData analysis techniques to identify areas of improvement\nGoal-setting strategies for both students and teachers\nResources and professional development planning to support school-wide improvement\n\nDon’t strike out—join us and make your MAP planning a home run! \n \n  \n  \n  \nBenefits: \n\nEligible teachers get paid $25.00 an hour for attendance plus in-service points.\n\nIf you have any questions regarding the content of the institute\, please contact Christel Reaves at creaves@connectedclass.com or call (561) 596-9039.
URL:https://connectedclass.com/event/knock-it-out-of-the-park-map/
CATEGORIES:PBC Private School Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T153000
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SUMMARY:STEM the Antsiness! Finish the Year Strong
DESCRIPTION:STEM the Antsiness! Finish the Year Strong\nMay 3\, 2025  |  8:00 AM to 3:30 PM EST\n**REGISTER BY MAY 1 \, 2025** \nTraining Designed For K-12 Educators\nIN-PERSON – Fulton Holland Educational Service Center\, Thurber C & D \nTOTAL IN-SERVICE POINTS = 6.5 (5.5 General points + 1 ESE point) \nPrintable Training Description (pdf)\nQuestions? Please contact us at support@connectedclass.com. \n\nDescription: \nJoin us for an inspiring teacher training workshop\, STEM the Antsiness! Finish the Year Strong\, where you’ll explore the key characteristics of exceptional STEM lessons and dive into hands-on engineering design principles. This engaging session will showcase a variety of STEM lessons and projects specifically designed to captivate and motivate your students as the school year draws to a close. Equip yourself with innovative strategies and practical ideas to end the year with a dynamic and impactful STEM experience. Let’s turn the final stretch into a thrilling adventure of discovery and creativity! \nLearning Intentions:  \n\nExamine characteristics of great STEM lessons and the engineering design process.\nExplore STEM lessons and projects to engage students at the end of the school year.\nDetermine how to support ESE students.\n\nBenefits:  \n\nEligible teachers may receive $25.00 an hour for attendance plus in-service points.\nAdditional certification points\, including ESE points\, can be earned through a follow-up assignment.\nOngoing support for implementation through ConnectedClass.com is available for site-licensed schools.\n\nWho should attend?  \n\nAny educator interested in exploring STEM and engaging students as the school year comes to a close
URL:https://connectedclass.com/event/stem-the-antsiness-finish-the-year-strong/
LOCATION:Fulton-Holland Educational Services Center\, 3300 Forest Hill Blvd.\, West Palm Beach\, FL\, 33406\, United States
CATEGORIES:PBC Private School Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T153000
DTSTAMP:20260519T070304
CREATED:20240911T032722Z
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SUMMARY:Amp Up Those Questions!  Activate Critical Thinking Within Your Students
DESCRIPTION:Amp Up Those Questions! Activate Critical Thinking Within Your Students\nApril 26\, 2025  |  8:00 AM to 3:30 PM EST   (New Date!)\n**REGISTER BY APRIL 24\, 2025** \nVIRTUAL TRAINING Designed For K-12 Educators  (New Location!) \nTOTAL IN-SERVICE POINTS = 6.5 (3.5 Reading + 3 ESE) \nPrintable Training Description (pdf)\nQuestions? Please contact us at support@connectedclass.com. \n\nDescription:  \nCan we really activate the critical thinking skills of our students across the curriculum and still teach all the standards?  Good news—the answer is yes!  Join us as we look to “amp up” our questions and other strategies without having to abandon meeting the all the standards.   If we can amp up student critical thinking\, then we know we are giving students the extra “juice” they need to become the best scholar they can be. \nLearning Intentions:  \n\nReflect on the practices that increase critical thinking.\nIdentify ways to increase critical thinking within students particularly as they read.\nExplore strategies that can easily be incorporated into your current teaching practice.\nExamine the elements of lessons that utilize critical thinking.\nDiscuss ways to help ESE students increase their critical thinking skills\, especially in reading.\n\nBenefits:  \n\nAdditional certification points\, including ESE points\, can be earned through a follow-up assignment.\nOngoing support for implementation through ConnectedClass.com is available for site-licensed schools.\nEarn Reading in-service points.\n\nWho should attend?  \n\nAny teacher looking to increase critical thinking within their students\nAny teacher whose students read and need to be probed for further understanding\nAny teacher who teaches ESE students with more support needed for critical thinking\nAny teacher who wants to have some strategies that amp up any lesson
URL:https://connectedclass.com/event/amp-up-those-questions-activate-critical-thinking-within-your-students/
CATEGORIES:PBC Private School Calendar
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LOCATION:https://connectedclass.com/event/amp-up-those-questions-activate-critical-thinking-within-your-students/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T154500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T164500
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CREATED:20240910T050136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T035253Z
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SUMMARY:Space Aliens Have Landed in Your Classroom! - Discover Out-Of-This-World AI Strategies
DESCRIPTION:Space Aliens Have Landed in Your Classroom!\nDiscover Out-Of-This-World AI Strategies to Boost Teaching and Learning\n  \nApril 8\, 2025  |  3:45 – 4:45 PM EDT\nPart Four \n\nDescription: \nAre you curious on how you can use AI to impact your teaching practices and increase student achievement? Are you wondering how AI can help you save time planning? Welcome to a four-part series where you can learn in one-hour sessions after school throughout the school year. You can pick and choose which sessions to attend or join in for all four sessions. \nLearning Intention:  \n\nExplore any new features in AI that support education.\n\nBenefits:  \n\nAdditional certification points\, including ESE points\, can be earned through a follow-up assignment.\nOngoing support for implementation through ConnectedClass.com is available for site-licensed schools.\n\nWho should attend?  \n\nAny educator who wants to be on the cutting edge of using technology to help students achieve\nAny administrators who want to understand ways AI can be used effectively in education
URL:https://connectedclass.com/event/space-aliens-have-landed-in-your-classroom-discover-out-of-this-world-ai-strategies-4/
CATEGORIES:PBC Private School Calendar
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LOCATION:https://connectedclass.com/event/space-aliens-have-landed-in-your-classroom-discover-out-of-this-world-ai-strategies-4/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250407
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250503
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SUMMARY:Getting My Facts Straight! - APRIL CHALLENGE
DESCRIPTION:Join the Getting My Facts Straight Challenge! \nAs educators\, we know that continued success in higher-level mathematics is dependent upon the student’s ability to master basic math facts. If they know their basic math facts well\, they are less likely to get lost as math problems become more complex. Have fun challenging your students to build their accuracy and speed through engaging Learning Link math games as they participate in the Connected Class Getting My Facts Straight Challenge!  This quick\, four-week challenge is simple to implement with the whole class or just part of the class.  Last year\, classes that participated in the basic fact challenges saw an average of 37% learning gains in just four weeks!! \nChallenge Dates:  April 7 – May 2\, 2025\nTarget Participants: Any teacher that has at least one student who needs to work on basic math facts. \nVisit this page to find all challenge information and resources: \nhttps://connectedclass.com/getting-my-facts-straight-challenge/ \n\nReward: Connected Class will hold virtual drawings to select winners of each challenge. \n\nGrand Prize: All challenge participants for the month of April will be entered into a drawing for a $250 gift card. One winner will be selected.\nChallenge Prize: In addition\, a separate drawing will be held to select a winner for the Getting My Facts Straight challenge. The winning teacher/class will receive a class set of Connected Class playing cards.\n\n  \nIf you have questions or need clarification on anything\, please contact Connected Class at support@connectedclass.com.
URL:https://connectedclass.com/event/getting-my-facts-straight-april-challenge/
CATEGORIES:PBC Private School Calendar,Public
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250407
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250503
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SUMMARY:Stop Whining and Just Read With Me Already! - APRIL CHALLENGE
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Stop Whining and Just Read with Me Already Reading Challenge! \nDo you have students that need to develop their vocabulary\, increase their reading fluency\, and comprehend text better? Why not create a connection with the home environment to inspire nightly reading? Research says the single most important activity a parent can do to increase comprehension is reading with their child. Have fun inspiring nightly reading with your class by joining the Connected Class Stop Whining and just Read with Me Already Challenge!  \nThis quick four-week challenge is simple to implement with the whole class.  To make it even more simple\, we will be sending out the weekly Learning Link emails for you that teach the parents creative ways to read with their child each night! The parents will be asked to read with their child for 20 minutes\, five times a week and sign off on a parent log each week. (We provide a reading log\, but if you have one already you can use that one.) \nChallenge Dates: April 7  – May 2\, 2025\nTarget Participants: K-8 teachers with students who need to increase vocabulary\, fluency\, and comprehension. \nVisit this page to find all challenge information and resources:\nhttps://connectedclass.com/stop-whining-and-just-read-with-me-already/ \n\nReward: Connected Class will hold virtual drawings to select winners of each challenge. \n\nGrand Prize:  All challenge participants for the month of April will be entered into a drawing for a $250 gift card. One winner will be selected.\nChallenge Prize:  In addition\, a separate drawing will be held to select a winner for the Stop Whining and Just Read with Me Already challenge. The winning teacher/class will receive $100 worth of books for their class library.\n\nIf you have questions or need clarification on anything\, please contact Connected Class at support@connectedclass.com.
URL:https://connectedclass.com/event/stop-whining-and-just-read-with-me-already-april-challenge-2/
CATEGORIES:PBC Private School Calendar,Public
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SUMMARY:Taking Fraction Action! - APRIL CHALLENGE
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the TAKING FRACTION ACTION CHALLENGE!  \nAre your students ready to take their fraction skills to the next level? Our fraction challenges are designed to help students build a strong understanding of fractions while mastering essential operations. These interactive Learning Link activities and math games not only reinforce foundational concepts but also prepare students for success in higher-level mathematics.  Join the Connected Class Taking Fraction Action Challenge and watch your students gain confidence\, accuracy\, and speed—all while having fun! \nChallenge Dates: April 7 – May 2\, 2025\nTarget Participants: Any teacher that has at least one student who needs to work on mastering fractions. \nVisit this page to find all challenge information and resources:\nhttps://connectedclass.com/taking-fraction-action/ \nReward: Connected Class will hold virtual drawings to select winners of each challenge. \n\nGrand Prize:  All challenge participants for the month of April will be entered into a drawing for a $250 gift card. One winner will be selected.\nChallenge Prize: In addition\, a separate drawing will be held to select a winner for the Take Fraction Action challenge. The winning teacher/class will receive a class set of double-nine dominoes.\n\nIf you have questions or need clarification on anything\, please contact Connected Class at support@connectedclass.com.
URL:https://connectedclass.com/event/taking-fraction-action-april-challenge/
CATEGORIES:PBC Private School Calendar,Public
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T153000
DTSTAMP:20260519T070304
CREATED:20240911T172305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T030039Z
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SUMMARY:Evidently\, It’s not a Natural Gift. Equipping Students with Skills to Detect Textual Evidence
DESCRIPTION:Evidently\, It’s not a Natural Gift.\nEquipping Students with Skills to Detect Textual Evidence\nApril 5\, 2025  |  8:00 AM to 3:30 PM EST\n**REGISTER BY APRIL 3\, 2025** \nTraining Designed For K-12 Educators \nTOTAL IN-SERVICE POINTS = 6.5 Reading Points \nPrintable Training Description (pdf)\nQuestions? Please contact us at support@connectedclass.com. \n\nDescription:  \nWould you like your students to be more like a detective seeking the truth by following the facts or more like a detective who assumes things without evidence?  Would you like your students to do more than put their eyes on words while reading?  Please come to this session if the answer to any of these questions is “yes”.  If you have readers who may not naturally think while reading\, this session is for you. With the focus on citing evidence from text and inferencing\, we will explore a set of strategies and activities to help your readers develop these skills. \nLearning Intentions:  \n\nIdentify the elements of teaching citing text from evidence and inference.\nExplore different supports available to help the readers in your classroom.\nCultivate activities to provide student practice in the areas of inference and evidence.\nConsider ways to motivate and inspire students toward application of skills.\nDiscuss ways to support ESE students.\n\nBenefits:  \n\nEligible teachers may receive $25.00 an hour for attendance plus in-service points.\nAdditional certification points\, including ESE points\, can be earned through a follow-up assignment.\nOngoing support for implementation through ConnectedClass.com is available for site-licensed schools.\nEarn Reading in-service points.\n\nWho should attend?  \n\nAny teacher whose class has students who read\nAny teacher who wants to improve student reading skills\nAny teacher who wants to get their ESE students to unlock meaning as they read\nAny teacher who wants motivated readers
URL:https://connectedclass.com/event/evidently-its-not-a-natural-gift-equipping-students-with-skills-to-detect-textual-evidence/
CATEGORIES:PBC Private School Calendar
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LOCATION:https://connectedclass.com/event/evidently-its-not-a-natural-gift-equipping-students-with-skills-to-detect-textual-evidence/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T153000
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SUMMARY:The Group Troop: Keep Your Students Progressing and Learning through Small Groups
DESCRIPTION:The Group Troop\nKeep Your Students Progressing and Learning through Small Groups\nMarch 15\, 2025  |  8:00 AM – 3:30 PM EDT\n**REGISTER BY MARCH 13\, 2025** \nTraining Designed For K-12 Educators \nTOTAL IN-SERVICE POINTS = 6.5 Reading Points \nPrintable Training Description (pdf)\nQuestions? Please contact us at support@connectedclass.com. \n\nDescription: \nAre you looking for ways to help your students make the most progress in your reading class?  Are you looking to incorporate centers\, revisit stations\, or make your rotations and small groups more effective?  This is the session for you!  We will examine ways to impact literacy instruction to allow all the learners in your classroom to make the most progress. \nLearning Intentions:  \n\nIdentify the various uses and benefits of small group learning (centers\, stations\, small groups).\nConsider the practical applications and techniques of enacting small groups in the reading classroom.\nDetermine ways to measure learning and provide feedback meaningfully in small reading groups.\nSelect small group reading activities that embrace multiple learning styles and preferences.\nInvestigate any obstacles and develop a plan to overcome those barriers.\n\nBenefits:  \n\nEligible teachers may receive $25.00 an hour for attendance plus in-service points.\nAdditional certification points\, including ESE points\, can be earned through a follow-up assignment.\nOngoing support for implementation through ConnectedClass.com is available for site-licensed schools.\nEarn Reading in-service points.\n\nWho should attend?  \n\nAny teacher looking to increase student engagement with the use of small groups\nAny teacher who wants to differentiate instruction\, increase student achievement\, and utilize class time effectively\nAny administrator who wants to promote differentiated instruction and student engagement within their school
URL:https://connectedclass.com/event/the-group-troop-keep-your-students-progressing-and-learning-through-small-groups/
CATEGORIES:PBC Private School Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250303
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250405
DTSTAMP:20260519T070304
CREATED:20241205T054721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T200943Z
UID:10000085-1740960000-1743811199@connectedclass.com
SUMMARY:Taking Fraction Action! - MARCH CHALLENGE
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the TAKING FRACTION ACTION CHALLENGE! \nAre your students ready to take their fraction skills to the next level? Our fraction challenges are designed to help students build a strong understanding of fractions while mastering essential operations. These interactive Learning Link activities and math games not only reinforce foundational concepts but also prepare students for success in higher-level mathematics.  Join the Connected Class Taking Fraction Action Challenge and watch your students gain confidence\, accuracy\, and speed—all while having fun! \nRegistration Deadline February 26\, 2025 \nChallenge Dates: March 3 – April 4\, 2025\nTarget Participants: Any teacher that has at least one student who needs to work on mastering fractions. \nVisit this page to find all challenge information and resources: \nhttps://connectedclass.com/taking-fraction-action/ \nReward: Connected Class will hold a virtual drawing to select winner of this challenge. The winning teacher/class will receive a class set of double-nine dominoes. \nIf you have questions or need clarification on anything\, please contact Connected Class at support@connectedclass.com.
URL:https://connectedclass.com/event/taking-fraction-action-march-challenge/
CATEGORIES:PBC Private School Calendar,Public
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://connectedclass.com/wp-content/uploads/Fraction-Action-magenta-Presentation.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250303
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250405
DTSTAMP:20260519T070304
CREATED:20240918T143053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T162409Z
UID:10000071-1740960000-1743811199@connectedclass.com
SUMMARY:Getting My Facts Straight! - MARCH CHALLENGE
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for participating in the Getting My Facts Straight Challenge! \nAs educators\, we know that continued success in higher-level mathematics is dependent upon the student’s ability to master basic math facts. If they know their basic math facts well\, they are less likely to get lost as math problems become more complex. Have fun challenging your students to build their accuracy and speed through engaging Learning Link math games as they participate in the Connected Class Getting My Facts Straight Challenge!  This quick\, four-week challenge is simple to implement with the whole class or just part of the class.  Last year\, classes that participated in the basic fact challenges saw an average of 37% learning gains in just four weeks!! \nRegistration Deadline February 26\, 2025 \nChallenge Dates:  March 3 – April 4\, 2025\nTarget Participants: Any teacher that has at least one student who needs to work on basic math facts. \nVisit this page to find all challenge information and resources: \nhttps://connectedclass.com/getting-my-facts-straight-challenge/ \n\nReward: Connected Class will hold a virtual drawing to select the winner of this month’s challenge. (Only participating classes with a Connected Class membership may participate in the drawing.) One class will win a pizza party and each student in that class will receive a set of Connected Class playing cards. \nIf you have questions or need clarification on anything\, please contact Connected Class at support@connectedclass.com.
URL:https://connectedclass.com/event/getting-my-facts-straight-march-challenge/
CATEGORIES:PBC Private School Calendar,Public
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://connectedclass.com/wp-content/uploads/getting-my-facts-straight-green-Presentation.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250303
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250405
DTSTAMP:20260519T070304
CREATED:20240918T140422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T162841Z
UID:10000068-1740960000-1743811199@connectedclass.com
SUMMARY:Stop Whining and Just Read With Me Already! - MARCH CHALLENGE
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Stop Whining and Just Read with Me Already Reading Challenge! \nDo you have students that need to develop their vocabulary\, increase their reading fluency\, and comprehend text better? Why not create a connection with the home environment to inspire nightly reading? Research says the single most important activity a parent can do to increase comprehension is reading with their child. Have fun inspiring nightly reading with your class by joining the Connected Class Stop Whining and just Read with Me Already Challenge!  \nThis quick four-week challenge is simple to implement with the whole class.  To make it even more simple\, we will be sending out the weekly Learning Link emails for you that teach the parents creative ways to read with their child each night! The parents will be asked to read with their child for 20 minutes\, five times a week and sign off on a parent log each week. (We provide a reading log\, but if you have one already you can use that one.)  See below for more details. \nRegistration Deadline February 26\, 2025 \nChallenge Dates: March 3 – April 4\, 2025 \nTarget Participants: K-8 teachers with students who need to increase vocabulary\, fluency\, and comprehension. \nReward: Connected Class will hold a virtual drawing to select the winner of this challenge. (Only participating classes with a Connected Class membership may participate in the drawing.) One class will win books for their classroom library. If you have questions or need clarification on anything\, please contact Connected Class at support@connectedclass.com.
URL:https://connectedclass.com/event/stop-whining-and-just-read-with-me-already-march-challenge/
CATEGORIES:PBC Private School Calendar,Public
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://connectedclass.com/wp-content/uploads/Stop-Whining-Dark-Blue-Presentation.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T153000
DTSTAMP:20260519T070304
CREATED:20241216T051932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T151933Z
UID:10000088-1740211200-1740238200@connectedclass.com
SUMMARY:Knock it Out of the Park:  PSAT
DESCRIPTION:2025 Instructional Leadership Institute\nKnock it Out of the Park:  PSAT Analysis and Planning for a Grand Slam!\nStep up to the plate and join us for a high-energy\, two-day virtual Instructional Leadership Institute designed to help you analyze and strategize for PSAT success! Knock It Out of the Park: PSAT Analysis and Planning for a Grand Slam! will equip you with the tools and insights to elevate your school’s performance\, hitting all the right targets for student success.  \nThis engaging\, baseball-themed event is packed with actionable strategies that will help you H.I.T. your goals:   \n\nHow are our students performing?\nIdentify needs and determine goals. \nTarget resources and professional learning for improvement.\n\nThroughout the event\, you will analyze PSAT data\, identify trends and gaps in student performance\, and set focused goals for improvement. You’ll also explore how to use data-driven decision-making to select resources and professional learning that will help teachers and students swing for the fences.   \nWhether you’re a coach\, a leader\, or an educator looking to step up your instructional game\, this institute will provide you with the strategies and tools to knock PSAT analysis out of the park and plan for a grand slam of student success.  \n Key Takeaways:  \n\nActionable insights into student PSAT performance \nData analysis techniques to identify areas of improvement \nGoal-setting strategies for both students and teachers \nResources and professional development planning to support school-wide improvement \n\n Don’t strike out—join us and make your PSAT planning a home run!  \n \n  \n  \n\nBenefits:   \n\n Eligible teachers get paid $25.00 an hour for attendance plus in-service points. \n\nIf you have any questions regarding the content of the institute\, please contact Christel Reaves at creaves@connectedclass.com or call (561) 596-9039.
URL:https://connectedclass.com/event/knock-it-out-of-the-park-psat/
CATEGORIES:PBC Private School Calendar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://connectedclass.com/wp-content/uploads/KNOCK-IT-OUT-OF-THE-PARKPSAT.jpg
LOCATION:https://connectedclass.com/event/knock-it-out-of-the-park-psat/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T154500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T164500
DTSTAMP:20260519T070304
CREATED:20240910T050024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T192933Z
UID:10000060-1739288700-1739292300@connectedclass.com
SUMMARY:Space Aliens Have Landed in Your Classroom! - Discover Out-Of-This-World AI Strategies
DESCRIPTION:Space Aliens Have Landed in Your Classroom!\nDiscover Out-Of-This-World AI Strategies to Boost Teaching and Learning\nEVENT SERIES INCLUDES 4 SESSIONS:  \n\nSession #1 – October 29\, 2024  |  3:45 – 4:45 PM EDT  **NEW DATE**\nSession #2 – November 19\, 2024  |  3:45 -4:45 PM EST\nSession #3 – February 11\, 2025  |  3:45 -4:45 PM EST\nSession #4 – April 8\, 2025  |  3:45 -4:45 PM EDT\n\nTraining Designed for K-12 Educators \nTOTAL IN-SERVICE POINTS = 4 General points \nPrintable Training Description (pdf)\nQuestions? Please contact us at support@connectedclass.com. \n\nDescription: \nAre you curious on how you can use AI to impact your teaching practices and increase student achievement? Are you wondering how AI can help you save time planning? This is session #3 of a four-part series. You can earn one in-service credit per session. \nFeb 11\, 2025  |  3:45 – 4:45 PM EDT\nPart Three: Learning Intentions:  \n\nUtilize AI tools to create a range of assessment questions and tasks that cater to various levels of difficulty and interest areas.\nExplore how to use AI to provide feedback to students.\n\nBenefits:  \n\nAdditional certification points\, including ESE points\, can be earned through a follow-up assignment.\nOngoing support for implementation through ConnectedClass.com is available for site-licensed schools.\n\nWho should attend?  \n\nAny educator who wants to be on the cutting edge of using technology to help students achieve\nAny administrators who want to understand ways AI can be used effectively in education
URL:https://connectedclass.com/event/space-aliens-have-landed-in-your-classroom-discover-out-of-this-world-ai-strategies-3/
CATEGORIES:PBC Private School Calendar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://connectedclass.com/wp-content/uploads/Space-Aliens-AI2-Session3.jpg
LOCATION:https://connectedclass.com/event/space-aliens-have-landed-in-your-classroom-discover-out-of-this-world-ai-strategies-3/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T153000
DTSTAMP:20260519T070304
CREATED:20241216T052119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T194444Z
UID:10000087-1739001600-1739028600@connectedclass.com
SUMMARY:Knock it Out of the Park:  PSAT/ACT/PRE-ACT
DESCRIPTION:2025 Instructional Leadership Institute\nKnock it Out of the Park:  PSAT/ACT/PRE-ACT Analysis and Planning for a Grand Slam!\nDescription of Session – Printable PDF  \nStep up to the plate and join us for a high-energy\, two-day virtual Instructional Leadership Institute designed to help you analyze and strategize for PSAT\, ACT\, and Pre-ACT success! This training will equip you with the tools and insights to elevate your school’s performance\, hitting all the right targets for student success.  \nThis engaging\, baseball-themed event is packed with actionable strategies that will help you H.I.T. your goals:   \n\nHow are our students performing?\nIdentify needs and determine goals. \nTarget resources and professional learning for improvement.\n\nThroughout the event\, you will analyze PSAT\, ACT\, and Pre-ACT data\, identify trends and gaps in student performance\, and set focused goals for improvement. You’ll also explore how to use data-driven decision-making to select resources and professional learning that will help teachers and students swing for the fences.   \nWhether you’re a coach\, a leader\, or an educator looking to step up your instructional game\, this institute will provide you with the strategies and tools to knock PSAT/ACT/Pre-ACT analysis out of the park and plan for a grand slam of student success.  \n Key Takeaways:  \n\nActionable insights into student PSAT/ACT/Pre-ACT performance \nData analysis techniques to identify areas of improvement \nGoal-setting strategies for both students and teachers \nResources and professional development planning to support school-wide improvement \n\n Don’t strike out—join us and make your PSAT/ACT/Pre-ACT planning a home run!  \n \n  \n  \n  \nBenefits:   \n\n Eligible teachers get paid $25.00 an hour for attendance plus in-service points. \n\nIf you have any questions regarding the content of the institute\, please contact Christel Reaves at creaves@connectedclass.com or call (561) 596-9039.
URL:https://connectedclass.com/event/knock-it-out-of-the-park-psat-2/
CATEGORIES:PBC Private School Calendar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://connectedclass.com/wp-content/uploads/knock-it-out-of-the-park-psatact.jpg
LOCATION:https://connectedclass.com/event/knock-it-out-of-the-park-psat-2/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250301
DTSTAMP:20260519T070304
CREATED:20241205T054233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T202436Z
UID:10000084-1738540800-1740787199@connectedclass.com
SUMMARY:Taking Fraction Action! - FEBRUARY CHALLENGE
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the TAKING FRACTION ACTION CHALLENGE! \nAre your students ready to take their fraction skills to the next level? Our fraction challenges are designed to help students build a strong understanding of fractions while mastering essential operations. These interactive Learning Link activities and math games not only reinforce foundational concepts but also prepare students for success in higher-level mathematics.  Join the Connected Class Taking Fraction Action Challenge and watch your students gain confidence\, accuracy\, and speed—all while having fun! \nRegistration Deadline January 29\, 2025 \nChallenge Dates: February 3 – February 28\, 2025\nTarget Participants: Any teacher that has at least one student who needs to work on mastering fractions. \nVisit this page to find all challenge information and resources: \nhttps://connectedclass.com/taking-fraction-action/ \n\nReward: Connected Class will hold a virtual drawing to select winner of this challenge. The winning teacher/class will receive a class set of double-nine dominoes.\n \nIf you have questions or need clarification on anything\, please contact Connected Class at support@connectedclass.com.
URL:https://connectedclass.com/event/taking-fraction-action-february-challenge/
CATEGORIES:PBC Private School Calendar,Public
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://connectedclass.com/wp-content/uploads/Fraction-Action-magenta-Presentation.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250301
DTSTAMP:20260519T070304
CREATED:20240918T141821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T163418Z
UID:10000070-1738540800-1740787199@connectedclass.com
SUMMARY:Getting My Facts Straight! - FEBRUARY CHALLENGE
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for participating in the Getting My Facts Straight Challenge! \nAs educators\, we know that continued success in higher-level mathematics is dependent upon the student’s ability to master basic math facts. If they know their basic math facts well\, they are less likely to get lost as math problems become more complex. Have fun challenging your students to build their accuracy and speed through engaging Learning Link math games as they participate in the Connected Class Getting My Facts Straight Challenge!  This quick\, four-week challenge is simple to implement with the whole class or just part of the class.  Last year\, classes that participated in the basic fact challenges saw an average of 37% learning gains in just four weeks!! \nRegistration Deadline January 29\, 2025 \nChallenge Dates:  February 3 – February 28\, 2025\nTarget Participants: Any teacher that has at least one student who needs to work on basic math facts. \nVisit this page to find all challenge information and resources: \nhttps://connectedclass.com/getting-my-facts-straight-challenge/ \n\nReward: Connected Class will hold a virtual drawing to select the winner of this month’s challenge. (Only participating classes with a Connected Class membership may participate in the drawing.) One class will win a pizza party and each student in that class will receive a set of Connected Class playing cards. \nIf you have questions or need clarification on anything\, please contact Connected Class at support@connectedclass.com.
URL:https://connectedclass.com/event/getting-my-facts-straight-february-challenge/
CATEGORIES:PBC Private School Calendar,Public
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://connectedclass.com/wp-content/uploads/getting-my-facts-straight-green-Presentation.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250301
DTSTAMP:20260519T070304
CREATED:20240918T135932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T163640Z
UID:10000067-1738540800-1740787199@connectedclass.com
SUMMARY:Stop Whining and Just Read With Me Already! - FEBRUARY CHALLENGE
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Stop Whining and Just Read with Me Already Reading Challenge! \nDo you have students that need to develop their vocabulary\, increase their reading fluency\, and comprehend text better? Why not create a connection with the home environment to inspire nightly reading? Research says the single most important activity a parent can do to increase comprehension is reading with their child. Have fun inspiring nightly reading with your class by joining the Connected Class Stop Whining and just Read with Me Already Challenge!  \nThis quick four-week challenge is simple to implement with the whole class.  To make it even more simple\, we will be sending out the weekly Learning Link emails for you that teach the parents creative ways to read with their child each night! The parents will be asked to read with their child for 20 minutes\, five times a week and sign off on a parent log each week. (We provide a reading log\, but if you have one already you can use that one.)  See below for more details. \nRegistration Deadline January 29\, 2025 \nChallenge Dates: February 3 – February 28\, 2025 \nTarget Participants: K-8 teachers with students who need to increase vocabulary\, fluency\, and comprehension. \nReward: Connected Class will hold a virtual drawing to select the winner of this challenge. (Only participating classes with a Connected Class membership may participate in the drawing.) One class will win books for their classroom library. If you have questions or need clarification on anything\, please contact Connected Class at support@connectedclass.com.
URL:https://connectedclass.com/event/stop-whining-and-just-read-with-me-already-february-challenge/
CATEGORIES:PBC Private School Calendar,Public
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://connectedclass.com/wp-content/uploads/Stop-Whining-Dark-Blue-Presentation.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250201T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250201T153000
DTSTAMP:20260519T070304
CREATED:20240814T014701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T155054Z
UID:10000026-1738396800-1738423800@connectedclass.com
SUMMARY:Fractured Math:  Mending the Relationship Between Students and Fractions
DESCRIPTION:Fractured Math\nMending the Relationship Between Students and Fractions\nFebruary 1\, 2025  |  8:00 am – 3:30 PM EST\n**REGISTER BY JANUARY 30\, 2025** \nTraining Designed For K-8 Educators (and HS teachers with students struggling with fractions) \nTOTAL IN-SERVICE POINTS = 6.5 (5.5 General points + 1 ESE point) \nPrintable Training Description (pdf)\nQuestions? Please contact us at support@connectedclass.com. \n\nDescription: \nDid you ever wish that your class would respond to the fraction lessons with something other than a series of groans and the looks of a deer caught in headlights?  Fractured Math is designed to help your students better understand and possibly even learn to enjoy fractions! We will explore different activities\, strategies and approaches to help your students move from an adversarial relationship with fractions to a healthy and productive relationship with fractions.  With real-life applications and higher-order thinking in the mix\, teachers should be wholly pleased with the results.    \nLearning Intentions:   \n\nExamine the common misconceptions hindering student understanding. \nExplore strategies and approaches to foster fractional number sense. \nDiscover activities to enhance student understanding.\nCreate a plan to incorporate higher-order questions and real-life applications to the fraction lessons currently taught. \n\nBenefits:   \n\nEligible teachers may receive $25.00 an hour for attendance plus in-service points. \nAdditional certification points including ESE points can be earned through a follow-up assignment. \nOngoing support for implementation through ConnectedClass.com is available for site licensed schools. \n\nWho should attend?   \n\nAny teacher looking to increase student understanding and application of fractions \nAny teacher who wants to increase student achievement and critical thinking about fractions \nAny administrator who wants to promote higher order thinking and higher test scores in the fraction area
URL:https://connectedclass.com/event/fractured-math/
CATEGORIES:PBC Private School Calendar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://connectedclass.com/wp-content/uploads/fractured-math-with-border.png
LOCATION:https://connectedclass.com/event/fractured-math/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250118T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250118T153000
DTSTAMP:20260519T070304
CREATED:20240814T035350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T194431Z
UID:10000028-1737187200-1737214200@connectedclass.com
SUMMARY:Drive Time: Cultivating Ambition and Drive within Stalled Students
DESCRIPTION:Drive Time: Cultivating Ambition and Drive within Stalled Students\nJanuary 18\, 2025  |  8:00 AM – 3:30 PM\n**REGISTER BY  JANUARY 16\, 2025** \nTraining Designed for K-12 Educators \nTOTAL IN-SERVICE POINTS = 6.5 (3.5 General points + 3 Reading points) \nPrintable Training Description (pdf)\nQuestions? Please contact us at support@connectedclass.com. \n\nDescription: \nAre you looking for ways to get the reluctant student to participate joyfully in class?  Are you hoping a strategy exists to move your reluctant reader from apathy to enthusiasm?  We will explore what motivates students today and how to help students develop the tools needed to be an active learner in the classroom.  We will also look at the approach we take in the classroom when cultivating ambition and drive within our students. \nLearning Intentions:   \n\nExplore ways to shift gears when engagement and motivation is stalled. \nBuild a strategically viable mindset within the class structure and individuals. \nIdentify contributing factors to specific students stalled along the road of learning. \nLook at practices that can help students go the distance and meet the learning goals. \nCreate a plan to develop ambition and drive within the class setting. \n\nBenefits:   \n\nEligible teachers may receive $25.00 an hour for attendance plus in-service points. \nAdditional certification points\, including ESE points\, can be earned through a follow-up assignment. \nOngoing support for implementation through ConnectedClass.com is available for site-licensed schools. \n\nWho should attend?   \n\nAny teacher looking to increase student motivation\nAny teacher who wants to intervene with students who have despaired\, have given up or are apathetic\nAny administrator who wants to increase student success as they develop personal motivation
URL:https://connectedclass.com/event/drive-time-cultivating-ambition-and-drive-within-stalled-students/
CATEGORIES:PBC Private School Calendar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://connectedclass.com/wp-content/uploads/Drive-Time.png
LOCATION:https://connectedclass.com/event/drive-time-cultivating-ambition-and-drive-within-stalled-students/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250111T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250111T120000
DTSTAMP:20260519T070304
CREATED:20240911T142928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T211531Z
UID:10000056-1736582400-1736596800@connectedclass.com
SUMMARY:Solution Seekers:  Cracking the Code of Word Problems
DESCRIPTION:Solution Seekers: Cracking the Code of Word Problems\nJanuary 11\, 2025  |  8:00 AM – 12:00 PM EST\n**REGISTER BY JANUARY 9\, 2025** \nTraining Designed For K-8 Educators or Teachers with Struggling High School Students \nTOTAL IN-SERVICE POINTS = 4 (2 General points + 2 Reading points)\n\nPrintable Training Description (pdf)\nQuestions? Please contact us at support@connectedclass.com. \n\nDescription: \nAre your students wrestling with word problems? Unsure of how to pinpoint the right operations? Dive into our dynamic half-day session where we unravel the secrets of word problems through interactive activities and fun games. Discover new strategies to help your students master the art of decoding and solving word problems with confidence! \nLearning Intentions:  \n\nExplore strategies for scaffolding word problems.\nDetermine how to support ESE students.\nDiscuss how to get parents and families engaged.\n\nBenefits:  \n\nEligible teachers may receive $25.00 an hour for attendance plus in-service points.\nAdditional certification points\, including ESE points\, can be earned through a follow-up assignment.\nOngoing support for implementation through ConnectedClass.com is available for site-licensed schools.\n\nWho should attend?  \n\nAny educator who has students who struggle with word problems\nAny educator in need of ESE in-service points
URL:https://connectedclass.com/event/solution-seekers-cracking-the-code-of-word-problems/
CATEGORIES:PBC Private School Calendar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://connectedclass.com/wp-content/uploads/solution-seekers.jpg
LOCATION:https://connectedclass.com/event/solution-seekers-cracking-the-code-of-word-problems/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250108
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250201
DTSTAMP:20260519T070304
CREATED:20241205T052720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T204537Z
UID:10000083-1736294400-1738367999@connectedclass.com
SUMMARY:Taking Fraction Action! - JANUARY CHALLENGE
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the TAKING FRACTION ACTION CHALLENGE! \nAre your students ready to take their fraction skills to the next level? Our fraction challenges are designed to help students build a strong understanding of fractions while mastering essential operations. These interactive Learning Link activities and math games not only reinforce foundational concepts but also prepare students for success in higher-level mathematics.  Join the Connected Class Taking Fraction Action Challenge and watch your students gain confidence\, accuracy\, and speed—all while having fun! \nRegistration Deadline December 20\, 2024 \nChallenge Dates:  January 8 – January 31\, 2025\nTarget Participants: Any teacher that has at least one student who needs to work on mastering fractions. \nVisit this page to find all challenge information and resources: \nhttps://connectedclass.com/taking-fraction-action/ \nReward: Connected Class will hold a virtual drawing to select winner of this challenge. The winning teacher/class will receive a class set of double-nine dominoes.\n \nIf you have questions or need clarification on anything\, please contact Connected Class at support@connectedclass.com.
URL:https://connectedclass.com/event/taking-fraction-action-january-challenge-2/
CATEGORIES:PBC Private School Calendar,Public
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://connectedclass.com/wp-content/uploads/Fraction-Action-magenta-Presentation.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250108
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250201
DTSTAMP:20260519T070304
CREATED:20240918T141441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T042146Z
UID:10000069-1736294400-1738367999@connectedclass.com
SUMMARY:Getting My Facts Straight! - JANUARY CHALLENGE
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for participating in the Getting My Facts Straight Challenge! \nAs educators\, we know that continued success in higher-level mathematics is dependent upon the student’s ability to master basic math facts. If they know their basic math facts well\, they are less likely to get lost as math problems become more complex. Have fun challenging your students to build their accuracy and speed through engaging Learning Link math games as they participate in the Connected Class Getting My Facts Straight Challenge!  This quick\, four-week challenge is simple to implement with the whole class or just part of the class.  Last year\, classes that participated in the basic fact challenges saw an average of 37% learning gains in just four weeks!! \nRegistration Deadline December 20\, 2024 \nChallenge Dates:  January 8 – January 31\, 2025\nTarget Participants: Any teacher that has at least one student who needs to work on basic math facts. \nVisit this page to find all challenge information and resources: \nhttps://connectedclass.com/getting-my-facts-straight-challenge/ \n\nReward: Connected Class will hold a virtual drawing to select the winner of this month’s challenge. (Only participating classes with a Connected Class membership may participate in the drawing.) One class will win a pizza party and each student in that class will receive a set of Connected Class playing cards. \nIf you have questions or need clarification on anything\, please contact Connected Class at support@connectedclass.com.
URL:https://connectedclass.com/event/getting-my-facts-straight-january-challenge/
CATEGORIES:PBC Private School Calendar,Public
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://connectedclass.com/wp-content/uploads/getting-my-facts-straight-green-Presentation.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250108
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250201
DTSTAMP:20260519T070304
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SUMMARY:Stop Whining and Just Read With Me Already! - JANUARY CHALLENGE
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Stop Whining and Just Read with Me Already Reading Challenge! \nDo you have students that need to develop their vocabulary\, increase their reading fluency\, and comprehend text better? Why not create a connection with the home environment to inspire nightly reading? Research says the single most important activity a parent can do to increase comprehension is reading with their child. Have fun inspiring nightly reading with your class by joining the Connected Class Stop Whining and just Read with Me Already Challenge!  \nThis quick four-week challenge is simple to implement with the whole class.  To make it even more simple\, we will be sending out the weekly Learning Link emails for you that teach the parents creative ways to read with their child each night! The parents will be asked to read with their child for 20 minutes\, five times a week and sign off on a parent log each week. (We provide a reading log\, but if you have one already you can use that one.)  See below for more details. \nRegistration Deadline December 20\, 2024 \nChallenge Dates: January 8 – January 31\, 2025 \nTarget Participants: K-8 teachers with students who need to increase vocabulary\, fluency\, and comprehension. \nVisit this page to find all challenge information and resources: https://connectedclass.com/stop-whining-and-just-read-with-me-already/ \nReward: Connected Class will hold a virtual drawing to select the winner of this challenge. (Only participating classes with a Connected Class membership may participate in the drawing.) One class will win books for their classroom library. If you have questions or need clarification on anything\, please contact Connected Class at support@connectedclass.com.
URL:https://connectedclass.com/event/stop-whining-and-just-read-with-me-already-january-challenge/
CATEGORIES:PBC Private School Calendar,Public
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T153000
DTSTAMP:20260519T070304
CREATED:20240911T042850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241120T180623Z
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SUMMARY:Teaching Children in the Aftermath of Trauma
DESCRIPTION:Teaching Children in the Aftermath of Trauma\nDecember 7\, 2024  |  8:00 AM to 3:30 PM EST\n**REGISTER BY DECEMBER 5\, 2024** \nTOTAL IN-SERVICE POINTS = 6.5 (5.5 General points + 1 ESE point)\n\nPrintable Training Description (pdf)\nQuestions? Please contact us at support@connectedclass.com. \n\nDescription:  \nDo you have students who have experienced trauma? They may have a difficult home situation\, or they may have been in and out of foster care\, or they may even be struggling with mental health issues.  Any of these situations can make focusing on learning difficult for the student; however\, as educators\, we desire to find a way to connect and help every student be successful. This session will provide you with tools to better understand trauma and the behaviors that can result from it as well as how to work with parents to create a healing environment for the student to succeed. \nLearning Intentions:  \n\nUnderstand the “trauma brain” and how past trauma creates behavior issues in the classroom.\nUnderstand that behaviors are symptoms\, symptoms of a greater need.\nBecome a healing adult in the life of a traumatized child.\nUnderstand the “why” in order to create a healing environment.\nIdentify triggers to reduce episodes of trauma behaviors.\nLearn how to work with parents to create a healing team attitude.\n\nBenefits:  \n\nEligible teachers may receive $25.00 an hour for attendance plus in-service points.\nAdditional certification points\, including ESE points\, can be earned through a follow-up assignment.\nOngoing support for implementation through connectedclass.com is available for site-licensed schools.\n\nWho should attend?  \n\nAny teacher who wants to decrease toxic stress in the classroom\nAny educator desiring to create strong parent-teacher relationships to assist in the healing process and allow more learning\nAny school social workers\, clinicians\, nurses\, or support staff who work with students who have experienced trauma\nAny educator who helps with accommodations and strategies for 504’s or IEP’s\nAny administrator wishing to provide ongoing resources to support teachers in classrooms with a disruptive child
URL:https://connectedclass.com/event/teaching-children-in-the-aftermath-of-trauma/
LOCATION:Fulton-Holland Educational Services Center\, 3300 Forest Hill Blvd.\, West Palm Beach\, FL\, 33406\, United States
CATEGORIES:PBC Private School Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T154500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T164500
DTSTAMP:20260519T070304
CREATED:20240910T045936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241014T014628Z
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SUMMARY:Space Aliens Have Landed in Your Classroom! - Discover Out-Of-This-World AI Strategies
DESCRIPTION:Space Aliens Have Landed in Your Classroom!\nDiscover Out-Of-This-World AI Strategies to Boost Teaching and Learning\nEVENT SERIES INCLUDES 4 SESSIONS:  \n\nSession #1 – October 29\, 2024  |  3:45 – 4:45 PM EDT  **NEW DATE**\nSession #2 – November 19\, 2024  |  3:45 -4:45 PM EST\nSession #3 – February 11\, 2025  |  3:45 -4:45 PM EST\nSession #4 – April 8\, 2025  |  3:45 -4:45 PM EDT\n\nTraining Designed for K-12 Educators \nTOTAL IN-SERVICE POINTS = 4 General points \nPrintable Training Description (pdf)\nQuestions? Please contact us at support@connectedclass.com. \n\nDescription: \nAre you curious on how you can use AI to impact your teaching practices and increase student achievement? Are you wondering how AI can help you save time planning? Welcome to a four-part series where you can learn in one-hour sessions after school throughout the school year. You can pick and choose which sessions to attend or join in for all four sessions. \n\nNov 19\, 2024  |  3:45 – 4:45 PM EDT\nPart Two:  Learning Intention: \n\nExplore how to use AI to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of struggling students and learners who need to be challenged.\n\nBenefits:  \n\nAdditional certification points\, including ESE points\, can be earned through a follow-up assignment.\nOngoing support for implementation through ConnectedClass.com is available for site-licensed schools.\n\nWho should attend?  \n\nAny educator who wants to be on the cutting edge of using technology to help students achieve\nAny administrators who want to understand ways AI can be used effectively in education
URL:https://connectedclass.com/event/space-aliens-have-landed-in-your-classroom-discover-out-of-this-world-ai-strategies-2/
CATEGORIES:PBC Private School Calendar
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LOCATION:https://connectedclass.com/event/space-aliens-have-landed-in-your-classroom-discover-out-of-this-world-ai-strategies-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T153000
DTSTAMP:20260519T070304
CREATED:20240814T033505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T154620Z
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SUMMARY:Teaching the 2nd "R" without "ARGH":  Transforming your Writing Instruction to Inspire Reluctant Writers
DESCRIPTION:Teaching the 2nd R without “ARGH”\nTransforming your Writing Instruction to Inspire Reluctant Writers\nNovember 16\, 2024  |  8:00 AM – 3:30 PM EST\n**REGISTER BY NOVEMBER 14\, 2024** \nTraining Designed For K-12 Educators \nTOTAL IN-SERVICE POINTS = 6.5 (5.5 General + 1 ESE) \nPrintable Training Description (pdf)\nQuestions? Please contact us at support@connectedclass.com. \n\n  \nDescription: \nAhoy\, teachers! Do you ever feel like getting students to write is as tough as steering a ship under pirate attack? This session is here to help guide reluctant writers through the seas of writing. The “r’s” – Reading\, Writing\, and Arithmetic- have long been touted as the core elements of education. We’ll focus on the second “R” – writing – and explore strategies to make it a smooth part of your classroom\, so you won’t be groaning “argh” after every lesson. Join us! \nLearning Intentions:   \n\nInvestigate different approaches to writing instruction. \nCreate a growth mindset writing environment for students. \nExplore practices that motivate students to overcome their writing reluctance. \nDiscuss ways to provide feedback without discouragement. \nDevelop engagement over passivity within students during the writing lesson. \n\nBenefits:   \n\nEligible teachers may receive$25.00 an hour for attendance plus in-service points. \nAdditional certification points\, including ESE points\, can be earned through a follow-up assignment. \nOngoing support for implementation through ConnectedClass.com is available for site-licensed schools. \n\nWho should attend?   \n\nAny teacher looking to improve students’ writing skills and attitudes toward writing\nAny teacher who wants to increase student engagement in writing and need a mechanism to do so\nAny administrator who wants improvement in the writing done by students 
URL:https://connectedclass.com/event/teaching-the-2nd-r-without-argh-transforming-your-writing-instructions-to-inspire-reluctant-writers/
CATEGORIES:PBC Private School Calendar
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