“Global Learning for a Local Workforce” PD for IU1 Educators

Global Learning for a Local Workforce is a professional development opportunity for middle and high school educators—from any content area—who are interested in bringing career-connected learning and future readiness to their students.

Through the program, you will…

  • – Gain new skills and insights on 21st century workforce readiness
  • – Form partnerships with local businesses, connect with national organizations, and build networks with other educational leaders
  • – Engage students in real-world learning to increase relevance to your curriculum
  • – Apply resources and learnings to create content specific to your subject area or district context

Click here to register.

 

The program content will be delivered through a combination of 4 in-person and virtual sessions, including 2 in-person site visits. 

Session 1: In-person Kick-off/ Site Visit
  • – Wednesday, September 25, 9AM-2PM
  • – Location: DMI Companies
Session 2: Virtual Workshop
  • – Friday, October 11, 9AM-12PM
  • – Location: Zoom
Session 3: In-person Site Visit
  • – Friday, October 25, 9AM-2PM
  • – Location: Local business, TBD within IU1 footprint
Session 4: In-person Final Showcase
  • – Thursday, November 14, 9AM-12PM (Tentative, TBD based on input from cohort members)
  • – Location: TBD within IU1 footprint

 

Who is this for?

This opportunity is offered at no cost to middle and high school teachers, counselors, and administrators in IU1 (Fayette, Greene, and Washington County school districts), with a special focus on rural schools. District teams of 2 or more are encouraged to register.

 

Act 48 credit is available.

 

Register by Wednesday, September 18, 2024.

 

Questions? Contact Kathleen, kathleen@worldpittsburgh.org