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Region 4 Science–Professional Development Calendar
Find out the latest information regarding our annual science conference.
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Find resources to help you in the classroom.
Check out our STEM related resources and professional development.
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Region 4 Science will continue to present professional development in either a virtual manner via Zoom or face to face at the Center. If you see a session that will be presented one way and would like to see it presented in the opposite way, please reach out to the presenter. |
Region 4 Science Professional Learning Menu
This document is designed for instructional leaders to use as they determine the professional learning needs of their teachers. It lists all of the workshops we're currently providing. The first few pages are organized by grade band and include detailed descriptions of each workshop. The last few pages display a grid that highlights key considerations including workshop length, ideal audience, and focus areas. Feel free to view, download, and let us know what you need!
Click on the appropriate link to search by theme or grade band:
Themes
Grade Bands
| K-12 | K-5 | Grades 3-12 | Grades 6-8 | Grades 6-12 | Grades 9-12 |
For more information about any of these workshops, e-mail us at science@esc4.net.
K-12
| Date | Time | Session | Virtual | F2F |
| February 23 | 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | Exploring Scientific and Engineering Practices (SEPs) | X | |
| June 15 | 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | Fostering STEM Thinking in the Classroom | X | |
| June 21 | 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | Exploring Scientific and Engineering Practices (SEPs) | X |
K-5
| Date | Time | Session | Virtual | F2F |
| January 31 | 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | Unpacking STAAR Redesign in Science, Grades 3-5 | X | |
| February 7 | 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | STAAR Review to Go for Grade 5 Science, Volumes 1 and 2 | X | |
| February 15 | 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | Detecting, Confronting, and Replacing Misconceptions in Elementary Science | X | |
| March 9 | 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | Transitioning to the New Science TEKS, Grades K-5 | X |
Grades 6-8
| Date | Time | Session | Virtual | F2F |
| February 15 | 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | Transitioning to the New Science TEKS, Grades 6-8 | X | |
| March 28–29 | 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | STEMulating Design Challenges in Science for Grades 6-8 | X | |
| May 11 | 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | Transitioning to the New Science TEKS, Grades 6-8 | X | |
| June 8 | 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | Transitioning to the New Science TEKS, Grades 6-8 | X | |
| July 13 | 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | Transitioning to the New Science TEKS, Grades 6-8 | X |
Grades 6-12
| Date | Time | Session | Virtual | F2F |
| February 21 | 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | Increasing Inquiry in Secondary Science | X |
Grades 9-12
| Date | Time | Session | Virtual | F2F |
| February 8 | 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | Transitioning to the New Science TEKS, High School Courses | X | |
| February 21 | 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | Unpacking STAAR Redesign in Science | X | |
| March 1-2 | 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | STEMulating Design Challenges in Science, Grades 9–12 | X | |
| April 13 | 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | Transitioning to the New Science TEKS — High School Courses | X | |
| June 15 | 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | Transitioning to the New Science TEKS, High School Courses | X | |
| June 22 | 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | Planning & Teaching Biology with E’s— 5E Lessons on Biomolecules and Cell Cycle and Growth |
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| July 20 | 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | Transitioning to the New Science TEKS—High School Courses | X |
Science Leadership
| Date | Time | Session | Virtual | F2F |
Online Course Learning
Interested in taking Region 4 Science courses when it's most convenient for YOU? We offer several online courses that can be taken over 30 days, at your own pace. Earn as many as 6 CPE from the comfort of your computer! For more information, follow the links below. For more information about these sessions, e-mail science@esc4.net.
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STAAR Review to Go for Science: In this self-paced online course, participants learn how to use STAAR Review to Go: Science to create folder-based or digital TEKS-aligned science activities designed to review science concepts assessed on STAAR Science. The registration fee for this session includes a copy of grade-specific STAAR Review to Go: Science, and a license for digital access. |
Register for the STAAR Review to Go on-demand online session by grade level, using the links below:
Grade 4 - NEW!
Grade 5, Volume 1 - NEW!
Grade 5, Volume 2 - NEW!
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Exploring the K-12 Science Framework Explore the three dimensions of science education outlined in A Framework for K-12 Science Education (National Research Council): scientific and engineering practices, crosscutting concepts, and disciplinary core ideas. Learn more and register here.
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STEM Literacy Define and discuss STEM literacy and its importance. Explore strategies that can be used before, during, and after reading that allow for independent and collaborative student work. Examine how to safely research on the Internet using various search engines and tools to curate information. Complete the course by putting new skills into practice. Learn more and register here. |
Getting STEM Ready Explore what having a STEM ready classroom entails. Define STEM and discuss what a STEM classroom looks and feels like. Consider materials, where to find them, and then how to manage and design makerspaces. Experience STEM in practice and conclude by mapping out how to embed STEM into your classroom. Learn more and register here. |
The Engineering Design Process Explore the engineering design process (EDP). Learn how STEM experiences are supported and explore the key components of the EDP through the lens of teacher and student actions. Participants will leave with a design challenge and ideas for implementation, including supporting students as they develop their STEM thinking. Learn more and register here. |
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Safety in the Secondary Science Classroom Understand the importance of teacher instruction and lab supervision to promote safe practices in the science classroom. Gain knowledge to establish and maintain safety equipment and proper chemical management including the GHS implementation (OSHA Hazards Communication Standard). Learn more and register for this FREE session here. |
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