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:
Grade Bands
For more information about any of these workshops, e-mail us at science@esc4.net.
All session times are from 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (unless otherwise noted).
K–12
| Date |
Session |
Virtual |
F2F |
| October 9, 2024 |
Developing Models for Student Sensemaking in Science |
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X |
| October 16, 2024 |
Exploring the K-12 Science Framework |
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X |
| October 22, 2024 |
Driving Science Instruction using Phenomena |
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X |
| October 23, 2024 |
Exploring Scientific and Engineering Practices (SEPs) |
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X |
| November 5, 2024 |
Exploring Recurring Themes and Concepts (RTCs) |
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X |
| November 19, 2024 |
Content-Based Language Instruction in Science |
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X |
| December 4, 2024 |
Designing High-Quality Assessments in Science |
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X |
| December 10-11, 2024 |
K-12 Statewide STEM Teacher Training |
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X |
| January 16, 2025 |
Exploring Scientific and Engineering Practices (SEPs) |
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X |
| January 29, 2025 |
Developing Models for Student Sensemaking in Science |
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X |
| February 5, 2025 |
Exploring Recurring Themes and Concepts (RTCs) |
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X |
| February 20, 2025 |
Designing High-Quality Assessments in Science |
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X |
| March 4, 2025 |
Fostering STEM Thinking in the Classroom |
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X |
| July 16-17, 2025 |
K-12 Statewide STEM Teacher Training |
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X |
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Grades 6–8
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Grades 6–12
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Grades 9–12
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Science Leadership
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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.
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Register for the STAAR Review to Go on-demand online session by grade level, using the links below:
Grade 4
Grade 5, Volume 1
Grade 5, Volume 2
Grade 8, Volume 1
Grade 8, Volume 2
Biology, Volume 1
Biology, Volume 2
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Transitioning to the New Science TEKS for Grades K-5
Examine the background, rationale, and content of the new 2024-2025 science TEKS to prepare for the implementation of high-quality science instruction. Explore the changes to the TEKS and unpack the implications for transitioning and planning classroom instruction to improve student learning outcomes. 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.
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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.
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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 here.
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