Skyline Professional Learning, SY24: Full Schedule

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4:30pm CDT

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADES 3rd-5th Unit Study Protocol VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADES 3rd-5th Unit Study Protocol VIRTUAL
To practice and provide student focused protocols that guide teachers to a deeper understanding of the Skyline Science curriculum. To build teacher leader capacity by considering the use of the Co-lab protocols at the school level. - Unit study protocol

Speakers

Niranjani Prabhakar

Science Content Specialist, STEM department, Chicago Public Schools

Allison Grandberry

K-5 Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

I, along with a team of grade-level-specific K-5 specialists, will assist you in creating a comprehensive science program that provides equitable access to science at all grade levels. Additionally, we provide information and assist you with adopting the district's recommended curriculum... Read More →

Chantell Windham

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Andy DeVivo

K-5 Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Tuesday September 12, 2023 4:30pm - 6:00pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE 3rd-5th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band SCIENCE 3rd-5th
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

4:30pm CDT

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADES K-2nd Unit Study Protocol VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADES K-2nd Unit Study Protocol VIRTUAL

To practice and provide student focused protocols that guide teachers to a deeper understanding of the Skyline Science curriculum. To build teacher leader capacity by considering the use of the Co-lab protocols at the school level. - Unit study protocol

Speakers

Sarah Millette

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Allison Grandberry

K-5 Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Carla Shortino

Science Content Specialist - 1st Grade, Chicago Public Schools

Kori Milroy

Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Tuesday September 12, 2023 4:30pm - 6:00pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE K-2nd

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band SCIENCE K-2nd
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

4:45pm CDT

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADES 6th-8th NGSS PART 1 In-Person Garfield Park Office 2651 W. Washington Blvd. Chicago, IL 60612 ROOM 335/337

SCIENCE SPRINT: GRADE 6th-8th NGSS Part 1 IN-PERSON
Participants will:

Develop understanding of the three dimensions of the Next Generation Science Standards
Identify three-dimensional learning in instructional practice

Speakers

Taissa Lau

Science Specialist Gr. 8, Chicago Public Schools

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Tuesday September 19, 2023 4:45pm - 6:45pm CDT
CPS Garfield Park Office ROOM 335/337

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE 6th-8th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band Science 6th-8th
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

5:00pm CDT

SCIENCE SPRINTS: HS Skyline Unit 1 Check-in VIRTUAL

HS Skyline Unit 1 Check-In

Teachers will have an opportunity to share their experiences, modifications, questions, and challenges with Unit 1 for Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. This will be a space for teachers to collaborate around strategies and next steps, and support each other with lesson facilitation.

Speakers

Glennie King

HS Science Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Natasha Singh

HS Science Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Joseph Seabloom

HS Science Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Tuesday September 19, 2023 5:00pm - 6:30pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE HS

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band Science HS
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

5:00pm CDT

SCIENCE SPRINTS: HS Physics Unit 2 Deep Dive VIRTUAL

Physics Unit 2 Deep Dive

During this session, teachers will have opportunities to review unit materials to assist with planning for upcoming instruction. Physics Unit 2 concepts include:

Velocity
Acceleration
Momentum
Force
Impulse

Speakers

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Joseph Seabloom

HS Science Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Tuesday September 26, 2023 5:00pm - 6:30pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE HS

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band Science HS
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

4:30pm CDT

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADES 6th-8th Discourse PART 1 In-Person Garfield Park Office 2651 W. Washington Blvd. Chicago, IL 60612 ROOM 235/237

SCIENCE SPRINT: GRADES 6th-8th
Discourse
(Part 1) IN-PERSON
Teachers will have the opportunity to learn and practice multiple strategies for setting up discussion norms and discourse strategies to increase student discussion.

Speakers

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Amy Brady

Science Specialist Gr. 7, Chicago Public Schools

Wednesday September 27, 2023 4:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
CPS Garfield Park Office , Room 235/237

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE 6th-8th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band Science 6th-8th
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

4:30pm CDT

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADES 3rd-5th Lesson Study Protocol VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADES 3rd-5th Lesson Study Protocol VIRTUAL
To practice and provide student focused protocols that guide teachers to a deeper understanding of the Skyline Science curriculum. To build teacher leader capacity by considering the use of the Co-lab protocols at the school level. - Lesson study protocol

Speakers

Niranjani Prabhakar

Science Content Specialist, STEM department, Chicago Public Schools

Allison Grandberry

K-5 Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Chantell Windham

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Andy DeVivo

K-5 Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Thursday September 28, 2023 4:30pm - 6:00pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE 3rd-5th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band SCIENCE 3rd-5th
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

4:30pm CDT

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADES K-2nd Lesson Study Protocol VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADES K-2nd Lesson Study Protocol VIRTUAL

To practice and provide student focused protocols that guide teachers to a deeper understanding of the Skyline Science curriculum. To build teacher leader capacity by considering the use of the Co-lab protocols at the school level. - Lesson study protocol

Speakers

Sarah Millette

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Allison Grandberry

K-5 Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Carla Shortino

Science Content Specialist - 1st Grade, Chicago Public Schools

Kori Milroy

Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Thursday September 28, 2023 4:30pm - 6:00pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE K-2nd

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band SCIENCE K-2nd
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

4:45pm CDT

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADES 6th-8th Formative Assessment PART 1 In-Person Garfield Park Office 2651 W. Washington Blvd. Chicago, IL 60612 ROOM 335/337

GRADES 6th-8th Formative Assessment PART 1
In-Person Garfield Park Office 2651 W. Washington Blvd. Chicago, IL 60612 ROOM 335/337

Participants will:

Understand the Embedded Formative Assessment system within Skyline
Learn to map three-dimensional formative assessment across a unit
Practice analyzing student work and planning responsive instruction

Speakers

Taissa Lau

Science Specialist Gr. 8, Chicago Public Schools

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Monday October 2, 2023 4:45pm - 6:45pm CDT
CPS Garfield Park Office ROOM 335/337

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE 6th-8th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band Science 6th-8th
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

5:00pm CDT

SCIENCE SPRINTS: HS Chemistry Unit Deep Dive VIRTUAL

Chemistry Unit Deep Dive

During this session, teachers will have the opportunity to review unit materials to assist with planning for upcoming instruction.

Speakers

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Natasha Singh

HS Science Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Monday October 2, 2023 5:00pm - 6:30pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE HS

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band Science HS
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

5:00pm CDT

SCIENCE SPRINTS: HS Biology Unit 2 Deep Dive VIRTUAL

Biology Unit 2 Deep Dive

During this session, teachers will receive an overview of the lessons in the unit and engage in student lesson experiences. The unit topic is Alexandria’s Family and Sickle Cell Anemia, and includes the following concepts:

Body Systems
Transcription & Translation
Inheritance
Genetic Changes

Speakers

Glennie King

HS Science Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Tuesday October 3, 2023 5:00pm - 6:30pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE HS

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band Science HS
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

4:30pm CDT

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADES 3rd-5th Looking at Student Work Protocol VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADES 3rd-5th Looking at Student Work Protocol VIRTUAL
To practice and provide student focused protocols that guide teachers to a deeper understanding of the Skyline Science curriculum. To build teacher leader capacity by considering the use of the Co-lab protocols at the school level. - Looking at Student Work protocol

Speakers

Niranjani Prabhakar

Science Content Specialist, STEM department, Chicago Public Schools

Allison Grandberry

K-5 Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Chantell Windham

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Andy DeVivo

K-5 Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Tuesday October 17, 2023 4:30pm - 6:00pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE 3rd-5th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band SCIENCE 3rd-5th
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

4:30pm CDT

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADES K-2nd Looking at Student Work Protocol VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADES K-2nd Looking at Student Work Protocol VIRTUAL
To practice and provide student focused protocols that guide teachers to a deeper understanding of the Skyline Science curriculum. To build teacher leader capacity by considering the use of the Co-lab protocols at the school level. - Looking at Student Work protocol

Speakers

Sarah Millette

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Allison Grandberry

K-5 Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Carla Shortino

Science Content Specialist - 1st Grade, Chicago Public Schools

Kori Milroy

Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Tuesday October 17, 2023 4:30pm - 6:00pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE K-2nd

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band SCIENCE K-2nd
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

4:30pm CDT

Science SPRINT: GRADES K-5th Affirming Student Identity in the Science Classroom VIRTUAL

Science Sprints: Grades K-5, Affirming Student Identity in the Science Classroom

To empower teachers with strategies for creating student centered science classrooms where students’ identities are affirmed.

Speakers

Niranjani Prabhakar

Science Content Specialist, STEM department, Chicago Public Schools

Sarah Millette

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Allison Grandberry

K-5 Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Chantell Windham

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Andy DeVivo

K-5 Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Carla Shortino

Science Content Specialist - 1st Grade, Chicago Public Schools

Kori Milroy

Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Thursday October 19, 2023 4:30pm - 5:30pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE K-5th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band Science K-5th
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

4:45pm CDT

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADES 6th-8th Skyline Navigation Refresher In-Person

GRADES 6th-8th Skyline Navigation Refresher IN-PERSON, Garfield Park Offices (2651 W Washington Blvd), Rooms 151/153

Speakers

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Ryan Gracia

Science Specialist Gr. K-7, Chicago Public Schools

Monday October 30, 2023 4:45pm - 6:45pm CDT
In-person, CPS Garfield Park Office , ROOMS 151/153

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE 6th-8th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band Science 6th-8th
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

4:45pm CDT

SCIENCE SPRINTS: 7th GRADE Plate Motion Engineering Internship IN-PERSON

Plate Motion Engineering Internship IN-PERSON
Participants will build an understanding of how the engineering internships are designed to allow for students' application of prior unit learning.

Speakers

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Amy Brady

Science Specialist Gr. 7, Chicago Public Schools

Thursday November 2, 2023 4:45pm - 6:45pm CDT
CPS Garfield Park Office ROOM 335/337

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE 7th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band Science 7th
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

4:45pm CST

SCIENCE SPRINTS: 8th GRADE Force and Motion Engineering Internship IN-PERSON

Force and Motion Engineering Internship IN-PERSON

Speakers

Taissa Lau

Science Specialist Gr. 8, Chicago Public Schools

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Monday November 6, 2023 4:45pm - 6:45pm CST
CPS Garfield Park Office , Room 235/237

SCIENCE SPRINTS, Science 8th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band Science 8th
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

4:30pm CST

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADES 6th-8th More Discourse Strategies PART 2 In-Person Garfield Park Office 2651 W. Washington Blvd. Chicago, IL 60612 ROOM 151/153

SCIENCE SPRINT: GRADES 6th-8th
More Discourse Strategies (Part 2) IN-PERSON

Teachers will have the opportunity to learn and practice multiple strategies for setting up discussion norms and discourse strategies to increase student discussion.

Speakers

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Amy Brady

Science Specialist Gr. 7, Chicago Public Schools

Wednesday November 8, 2023 4:30pm - 7:30pm CST
In-person, CPS Garfield Park Office , ROOMS 151/153

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE 6th-8th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band Science 6th-8th
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

4:45pm CST

SCIENCE SPRINTS: 6th GRADE Metabolism Engineering Internship IN-PERSON

6th GRADE Metabolism Engineering Internship IN-PERSON

Participants will be introduced to the unit where students work as food engineer interns at Futura Engineering and apply their understanding of metabolism in designing recipes for bars that balance several criteria.

Speakers

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Ryan Gracia

Science Specialist Gr. K-7, Chicago Public Schools

Thursday November 9, 2023 4:45pm - 6:45pm CST
In-person, CPS Garfield Park Office , ROOMS 151/153

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE 6th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band Science 6th
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

5:00pm CST

SCIENCE SPRINTS: HS CHEMISTRY Unit 3 Deep Dive Day 1 VIRTUAL

Chem Unit 3 Deep Dive

During this session, teachers will have the opportunity to review unit materials to assist with planning for upcoming instruction. Chemistry Unit 3 concepts include:

Ideal Ratio & Balancing Equations
Mole & Molar Mass
Stoichiometry

Speakers

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Natasha Singh

HS Science Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Monday November 27, 2023 5:00pm - 6:30pm CST
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE HS

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band Science HS
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

4:30pm CST

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADES K-5TH Building Classroom Community in Science VIRTUAL

Science Sprints: Grades K-5, Building Classroom Community in Science

To empower teachers with strategies for building classroom communities where students feel safe to engage as valued members of a science community, and which foster a sense of mutual support among classmates.

Speakers

Niranjani Prabhakar

Science Content Specialist, STEM department, Chicago Public Schools

Sarah Millette

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Allison Grandberry

K-5 Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Chantell Windham

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Andy DeVivo

K-5 Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Carla Shortino

Science Content Specialist - 1st Grade, Chicago Public Schools

Kori Milroy

Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Tuesday November 28, 2023 4:30pm - 5:30pm CST
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE K-5th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band Science K-5th
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

5:00pm CST

SCIENCE SPRINTS: HS CHEMISTRY Unit 3 Deep Dive Day 2 VIRTUAL

Chem Unit 3 Deep Dive

During this session, teachers will have the opportunity to review unit materials to assist with planning for upcoming instruction. Chemistry Unit 3 concepts include:

Ideal Ratio & Balancing Equations
Mole & Molar Mass
Stoichiometry

Speakers

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Natasha Singh

HS Science Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Tuesday November 28, 2023 5:00pm - 6:30pm CST
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE HS

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band Science HS
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

4:30pm CST

Science SPRINT: GRADES K-5th Supporting Student Sense Making VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS GRADES K-5 Supporting Student Sense Making

Deepen your understanding of the NGSS by planning with the Science and Engineering Practices:Asking Questions and Defining Problems

Speakers

Niranjani Prabhakar

Science Content Specialist, STEM department, Chicago Public Schools

Sarah Millette

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Allison Grandberry

K-5 Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Chantell Windham

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Andy DeVivo

K-5 Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Carla Shortino

Science Content Specialist - 1st Grade, Chicago Public Schools

Kori Milroy

Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Thursday November 30, 2023 4:30pm - 6:00pm CST
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE K-5th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band Science K-5th
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

4:45pm CST

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADES 6th-8TH Formative Assessment Part 2 IN-PERSON

Formative Assessment Part 2

Participants will:

Understand the three key practices of assessment
Understand the alignment of key assessment practices and three-dimensional science assessment

Speakers

Taissa Lau

Science Specialist Gr. 8, Chicago Public Schools

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Thursday November 30, 2023 4:45pm - 6:45pm CST
In-person, CPS Garfield Park Office , ROOMS 151/153

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE 6th-8th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band Science 6th-8th
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

4:45pm CST

SCIENCE SPRINTS: 6th-8th GRADE NGSS Part 2 IN-PERSON

NGSS Part 2
Participants will dive deeper into the NGSS by:

Analyzing the vertical progressions of the NGSS
Applying their knowledge of the vertical progressions to their practice in planning for unit implementation

Speakers

Taissa Lau

Science Specialist Gr. 8, Chicago Public Schools

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Monday December 4, 2023 4:45pm - 6:45pm CST
In-person, CPS Garfield Park Office , ROOMS 151/153

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE 6th-8th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band Science 6th-8th
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

5:00pm CST

SCIENCE SPRINTS: HS Biology Unit 3 Deep Dive VIRTUAL

Biology Unit 3 Deep Dive

During this session, teachers will receive an overview of the lessons in the unit and engage in student lesson experiences. The unit topic is Disease, Homeostasis, & Communities. Biology Unit 3 includes the following concepts:

Blood Glucose Homeostasis
Insulin Resistance
Chronic Disease

Speakers

Glennie King

HS Science Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Tuesday December 5, 2023 5:00pm - 7:00pm CST
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE HS

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band Science HS
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

5:00pm CST

SCIENCE SPRINTS: HS Physics Unit 3 Deep Dive VIRTUAL

Physics Unit 3 Deep Dive

During this session, teachers will have the opportunity to review unit materials to assist with planning for upcoming instruction. Physics Unit 3 concepts include:

Orbital Motion
Law of Universal Gravitation
Kepler’s Laws

Speakers

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Joseph Seabloom

HS Science Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Wednesday December 6, 2023 5:00pm - 7:00pm CST
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE HS

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band Science HS
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

4:30pm CST

Science SPRINT: GRADES K-5th Supporting Student Sense Making VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS GRADES K-5 Supporting Student Sense Making

Deepen your understanding of the NGSS by planning with the Science and Engineering Practices: Developing and Using Models

Speakers

Niranjani Prabhakar

Science Content Specialist, STEM department, Chicago Public Schools

Sarah Millette

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Allison Grandberry

K-5 Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Chantell Windham

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Andy DeVivo

K-5 Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Carla Shortino

Science Content Specialist - 1st Grade, Chicago Public Schools

Kori Milroy

Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Tuesday December 12, 2023 4:30pm - 6:00pm CST
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE K-5th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band Science K-5th
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

4:30pm CST

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADES K-5TH Cultivating Feedback for Growth in Science VIRTUAL

Science Sprints: Grades K-5, Cultivating Feedback for Growth in Science

To empower teachers with strategies for providing students with feedback that recognizes progress and offers respectful, critical feedback to help students improve their understanding of scientific concepts.

Speakers

Niranjani Prabhakar

Science Content Specialist, STEM department, Chicago Public Schools

Sarah Millette

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Allison Grandberry

K-5 Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Chantell Windham

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Andy DeVivo

K-5 Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Carla Shortino

Science Content Specialist - 1st Grade, Chicago Public Schools

Kori Milroy

Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Thursday December 14, 2023 4:30pm - 5:30pm CST
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE K-5th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band Science K-5th
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

4:30pm CST

Science SPRINT: GRADES K-5th Supporting Student Sense Making VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS GRADES K-5 Supporting Student Sense Making

Deepen your understanding of the NGSS by planning with the Science and Engineering Practices: Planning and Carrying Out Investigations

Speakers

Niranjani Prabhakar

Science Content Specialist, STEM department, Chicago Public Schools

Sarah Millette

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Allison Grandberry

K-5 Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Chantell Windham

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Andy DeVivo

K-5 Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Carla Shortino

Science Content Specialist - 1st Grade, Chicago Public Schools

Kori Milroy

Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Wednesday January 10, 2024 4:30pm - 6:00pm CST
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE K-5th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band Science K-5th
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

5:00pm CST

SCIENCE SPRINTS: HS Co-Lab Facilitation Workshop VIRTUAL

Co-Lab Facilitation Workshop

Participants will receive an overview of the Co-Lab(s) and engage in a protocol-driven Co-Lab experience.

Speakers

Glennie King

HS Science Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Thursday January 11, 2024 5:00pm - 7:00pm CST
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE HS

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band Science HS
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

4:45pm CST

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADE 8: Magnetic Fields Unit Deep Dive

Participants will:

Analyze how the unit is designed to support students' development of deep conceptual learning
Deepen understanding of unit-specific content knowledge
Engage in lesson activities that develop the storyline of the unit
Develop awareness of resources to plan for the unit

Speakers

Taissa Lau

Science Specialist Gr. 8, Chicago Public Schools

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Thursday January 18, 2024 4:45pm - 6:45pm CST
Garfield Park Office, ROOM 151/153

SCIENCE SPRINTS, Science 8th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band Science 8th

8:30am CST

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADES 9-12: Biology Unit 7 Deep Dive

During this session, teachers will receive an overview of the lessons in the unit and engage in student lesson experiences. The unit topic is Coyotes in Chicago. Biology Unit 7 includes the following concepts:

Species Interactions
Carrying Capacity & Trophic Cascades
Energy Flow

View session flier here.

Speakers

Glennie King

HS Science Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Tuesday January 30, 2024 8:30am - 3:30pm CST
TBA TBA

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE HS

4:30pm CST

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADES K-8th Strengthening Science Learning with Crosscutting Concepts PART 1 VIRTUAL

K-8 Skyline Science Sprint Series: Strengthening Science Learning with Crosscutting Concepts

Part 1 - Teachers will deepen their understanding of reasoning and thinking tools (crosscutting concepts) which allow for greater student engagement and student-centered learning in science.

Speakers

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Allison Grandberry

K-5 Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Ryan Gracia

Science Specialist Gr. K-7, Chicago Public Schools

Andy DeVivo

K-5 Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Wednesday January 31, 2024 4:30pm - 6:00pm CST
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, Science K-8th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band Science K-8th
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

4:30pm CST

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADES K-5TH Cultivating Student Voice in Science VIRTUAL

Science Sprints: Grades K-5, Cultivating Student Voice in Science

To empower teachers with easy to implement strategies where students take ownership of their learning and are more actively engaged in their science classwork.

Speakers

Niranjani Prabhakar

Science Content Specialist, STEM department, Chicago Public Schools

Sarah Millette

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Allison Grandberry

K-5 Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Chantell Windham

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Andy DeVivo

K-5 Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Carla Shortino

Science Content Specialist - 1st Grade, Chicago Public Schools

Kori Milroy

Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Thursday February 1, 2024 4:30pm - 5:30pm CST
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE K-5th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band Science K-5th
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

4:30pm CST

Science SPRINT: GRADES K-5 Unit Study Protocol VIRTUAL

GRADES K-5 Unit Study Protocol VIRTUAL
To practice and provide student focused protocols that guide teachers to a deeper understanding of the Skyline Science curriculum. To build teacher leader capacity by considering the use of the Co-lab protocols at the school level. - Unit study protocol

Speakers

Niranjani Prabhakar

Science Content Specialist, STEM department, Chicago Public Schools

Sarah Millette

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Allison Grandberry

K-5 Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Chantell Windham

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Andy DeVivo

K-5 Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Carla Shortino

Science Content Specialist - 1st Grade, Chicago Public Schools

Kori Milroy

Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Tuesday February 6, 2024 4:30pm - 6:00pm CST
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE K-5th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band Science K-5th
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

5:00pm CST

SCIENCE SPRINT: HS Biology Unit 4 Deep Dive (VIRTUAL)

Biology Unit 4 Deep Dive

During this session, teachers will receive an overview of the lessons in the unit and engage in student lesson experiences. The unit topic is Finch Evolution. Biology Unit 4 includes the following concepts:

Environment and Traits
Natural Selection
Evolution

Speakers

Glennie King

HS Science Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Tuesday February 6, 2024 5:00pm - 7:00pm CST
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE HS

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band SCIENCE HS
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

4:45pm CST

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADES 6-8th: Skyline Navigation Refresher

Skyline Navigation Refresher
Participants will review navigation updates of Skyline systems and begin to internalize components and structure of Skyline Science Curriculum. In addition, they will explore Skyline Science with the lens of future planning for middle school units.

Speakers

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Ryan Gracia

Science Specialist Gr. K-7, Chicago Public Schools

Wednesday February 7, 2024 4:45pm - 6:45pm CST
Garfield Park Office, ROOM 151/153

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE 6th-8th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band SCIENCE 6TH-8TH

4:45pm CST

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADES 6-8th: Claim, Evidence, Reasoning Writing Approach

CER Writing
Participants will be introduced to strategies for teaching written scientific argumentation (CER) in the middle school science classroom.

Speakers

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Amy Brady

Science Specialist Gr. 7, Chicago Public Schools

Thursday February 8, 2024 4:45pm - 6:45pm CST
Garfield Park Office, ROOM 151/153

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE 6th-8th

4:45pm CST

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADE 7: Phase Change Engineering Internship

Phase Change Engineering Internship
Participants will be introduced to the unit where students work as chemical engineer interns at Futura Engineering and apply their understanding of Phase Change to consider the design problem of how to create an incubator that balance several criteria.

Speakers

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Amy Brady

Science Specialist Gr. 7, Chicago Public Schools

Tuesday February 13, 2024 4:45pm - 6:45pm CST
CPS Garfield Park Office ROOM 335/337

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE 7th

5:00pm CST

SCIENCE SPRINT: HS Physics Unit 4 Deep Dive (VIRTUAL)

Physics Unit 4 Deep Dive
During this session, teachers will have the opportunity to review unit materials to assist with planning for upcoming instruction. Physics Unit 4 is aligned to the physics REACH task, and includes:

Energy Transfers
Electricity & Magnetism
Photoelectric Effect

Speakers

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Joseph Seabloom

HS Science Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Tuesday February 13, 2024 5:00pm - 7:00pm CST
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE HS

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band SCIENCE HS
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

4:30pm CST

Science SPRINT: GRADES K-5 Lesson Study Protocol VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADES K-5 Lesson Study Protocol VIRTUAL

To practice and provide student focused protocols that guide teachers to a deeper understanding of the Skyline Science curriculum. To build teacher leader capacity by considering the use of the Co-lab protocols at the school level. - Lesson study protocol

Speakers

Niranjani Prabhakar

Science Content Specialist, STEM department, Chicago Public Schools

Sarah Millette

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Allison Grandberry

K-5 Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Chantell Windham

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Andy DeVivo

K-5 Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Carla Shortino

Science Content Specialist - 1st Grade, Chicago Public Schools

Kori Milroy

Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Thursday February 15, 2024 4:30pm - 6:00pm CST
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE K-5th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band Science K-5th
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

4:30pm CST

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADES K-8th Strengthening Science Learning with Crosscutting Concepts PART 2 VIRTUAL

K-8 Skyline Science Sprint: Strengthening Science Learning with Crosscutting Concepts

Part 2 - Teachers will deepen their understanding of reasoning and thinking tools (crosscutting concepts) which allow for greater student engagement and student-centered learning in science.

Speakers

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Allison Grandberry

K-5 Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Ryan Gracia

Science Specialist Gr. K-7, Chicago Public Schools

Andy DeVivo

K-5 Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Tuesday February 20, 2024 4:30pm - 6:00pm CST
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, Science K-8th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band Science K-8th
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

5:00pm CST

SCIENCE SPRINT: HS Chemistry Unit 4 Deep Dive PART 1 (VIRTUAL)

Chemistry Unit 4 Deep Dive

During this session, teachers will have the opportunity to review unit materials to assist with planning for upcoming instruction. Chemistry Unit 4 concepts include:

Atomic Structure
Periodic Trends
Coulomb’s Law
Ionic Bonding

Speakers

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Natasha Singh

HS Science Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Tuesday February 20, 2024 5:00pm - 6:30pm CST
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE HS

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band SCIENCE HS
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

4:30pm CST

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADES K-5TH Cultivating Meaningful Work in Science VIRTUAL

Science Sprints: Grades K-5, Cultivating Meaningful Work in Science

To empower teachers to create science learning experiences that are personally relevant and meaningful to students.

Speakers

Niranjani Prabhakar

Science Content Specialist, STEM department, Chicago Public Schools

Sarah Millette

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Allison Grandberry

K-5 Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Chantell Windham

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Andy DeVivo

K-5 Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Carla Shortino

Science Content Specialist - 1st Grade, Chicago Public Schools

Kori Milroy

Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Wednesday February 21, 2024 4:30pm - 5:30pm CST
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE K-5th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band Science K-5th
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

5:00pm CST

SCIENCE SPRINT: HS Chemistry Unit 4 Deep Dive PART 2 (VIRTUAL)

Chemistry Unit 4 Deep Dive

During this session, teachers will have the opportunity to review unit materials to assist with planning for upcoming instruction. Chemistry Unit 4 concepts include:

Atomic Structure
Periodic Trends
Coulomb’s Law
Ionic Bonding

Speakers

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Natasha Singh

HS Science Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Wednesday February 21, 2024 5:00pm - 6:30pm CST
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE HS

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band SCIENCE HS
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

4:30pm CST

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADES K-5th Newcomer Sprint Inclusive Environments and SEL for Newcomers in Elementary Science (VIRTUAL)

Newcomer Sprint K-5 Science Teachers
Inclusive Environments and SEL for Newcomers in Elementary Science

Speakers

Andy DeVivo

K-5 Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Allison Grandberry

K-5 Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Sarah Millette

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Kori Milroy

Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Monday February 26, 2024 4:30pm - 6:00pm CST
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE K-5th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band SCIENCE K-5TH
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

4:30pm CST

Science SPRINT: GRADES K-5 Looking at Student Work Protocol VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADES K-5 Looking at Student Work Protocol VIRTUAL
To practice and provide student focused protocols that guide teachers to a deeper understanding of the Skyline Science curriculum. To build teacher leader capacity by considering the use of the Co-lab protocols at the school level. - Looking at Student Work protocol

Speakers

Niranjani Prabhakar

Science Content Specialist, STEM department, Chicago Public Schools

Sarah Millette

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Allison Grandberry

K-5 Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Chantell Windham

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Andy DeVivo

K-5 Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Carla Shortino

Science Content Specialist - 1st Grade, Chicago Public Schools

Kori Milroy

Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Thursday February 29, 2024 4:30pm - 6:00pm CST
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE K-5th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band Science K-5th
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

4:45pm CST

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADES 6-8th: Science Seminar

Science Seminar
Teachers will have the opportunity to learn and practice multiple strategies for setting up discussion norms and discourse strategies needed to increase student discussion during science seminars.

Speakers

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Amy Brady

Science Specialist Gr. 7, Chicago Public Schools

Thursday February 29, 2024 4:45pm - 6:45pm CST
CPS Garfield Park Office ROOM 335/337

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE 6th-8th

4:30pm CDT

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADES K-5th Newcomer Sprint: Planning and Instruction with Newcomers in Mind for Elementary Science (Virtual)

Newcomer Sprint K-5 Science Teachers
Planning and Instruction with Newcomers in Mind for Elementary Science

Speakers

Andy DeVivo

K-5 Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Allison Grandberry

K-5 Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Sarah Millette

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Kori Milroy

Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Monday March 11, 2024 4:30pm - 6:00pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE K-5th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band SCIENCE K-5TH
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

4:45pm CDT

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADE 8: Natural Selection Engineering Internship

This session will highlight the structure of the 8th Grade Natural Selection Engineering Internship. Participants will experience key activities from the unit and leave with an understanding of how the unit is structured.

Speakers

Taissa Lau

Science Specialist Gr. 8, Chicago Public Schools

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Tuesday March 12, 2024 4:45pm - 6:45pm CDT
Garfield Park Office, ROOM 151/153

SCIENCE SPRINTS, Science 8th

4:45pm CDT

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADE 6: Ocean, Atmosphere, and Climate Unit Deep Dive

Participants will be introduced to the unit where students investigate how ocean currents behave and what effect they have on the climate of different locations around the world, specifically the air temperature of various locations.

Speakers

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Ryan Gracia

Science Specialist Gr. K-7, Chicago Public Schools

Wednesday March 13, 2024 4:45pm - 6:45pm CDT
Garfield Park Office, ROOM 151/153

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE 6th

4:30pm CDT

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADES K-5TH Supportive Teaching in Science VIRTUAL

Science Sprints: Grades K-5, Supportive Teaching in Science

To empower teachers with easily implemented strategies that enhance their instructional decisions when planning for students' varied instructional needs.

Speakers

Niranjani Prabhakar

Science Content Specialist, STEM department, Chicago Public Schools

Sarah Millette

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Allison Grandberry

K-5 Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Chantell Windham

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Andy DeVivo

K-5 Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Carla Shortino

Science Content Specialist - 1st Grade, Chicago Public Schools

Kori Milroy

Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Thursday March 14, 2024 4:30pm - 5:30pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE K-5th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band Science K-5th
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

5:00pm CDT

SCIENCE SPRINT: HS Co-Lab Facilitation Workshop (VIRTUAL)

Co-Lab Facilitation Workshop

Participants will receive an overview of the Co-Lab(s) and engage in a protocol-driven Co-Lab experience.

Speakers

Glennie King

HS Science Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Thursday March 14, 2024 5:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE HS

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band SCIENCE HS
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

4:30pm CDT

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADES K-5th Newcomer Sprint Instructional Delivery for Newcomers in Elementary Science

Newcomer Sprint K-5 Science Teachers
Instructional Delivery for Newcomers in Elementary Science

Speakers

Sarah Millette

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Allison Grandberry

K-5 Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Andy DeVivo

K-5 Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Kori Milroy

Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Monday March 18, 2024 4:30pm - 6:00pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE K-5th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band SCIENCE K-5TH
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

4:30pm CDT

Science SPRINT: GRADES K-5 Supporting Student Sense Making VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS GRADES K-5 Supporting Student Sense Making
Deepen your understanding of the NGSS by planning with the Science and Engineering Practices

Speakers

Niranjani Prabhakar

Science Content Specialist, STEM department, Chicago Public Schools

Sarah Millette

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Allison Grandberry

K-5 Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Chantell Windham

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Andy DeVivo

K-5 Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Carla Shortino

Science Content Specialist - 1st Grade, Chicago Public Schools

Kori Milroy

Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Tuesday March 19, 2024 4:30pm - 6:00pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE K-5th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band Science K-5th
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

9:00am CDT

SCIENCE SPRINT: GRADES 6TH-8TH Co-Lab Learning Cycles for Middle School Science VIRTUAL

Learning Cycles for Middle School Science (Science Co-labs)

Participants will…

Understand the purpose of a learning cycle
Experience key co-lab protocols from MS science co-labs
Reflect on how a Learning Cycle impacts teacher practice and student outcomes

Speakers

Taissa Lau

Science Specialist Gr. 8, Chicago Public Schools

Monday April 1, 2024 9:00am - 12:00pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE 6TH-8TH

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band SCIENCE 6TH-8TH
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline SCIENCE

4:30pm CDT

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADES K-8th Strengthening Science Learning with Crosscutting Concepts PART 3 VIRTUAL

K-8 Skyline Science Sprint: Strengthening Science Learning with Crosscutting Concepts
Part 3 - Teachers will deepen their understanding of reasoning and thinking tools (crosscutting concepts) which allow for greater student engagement and student-centered learning in science.

Speakers

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Allison Grandberry

K-5 Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Ryan Gracia

Science Specialist Gr. K-7, Chicago Public Schools

Andy DeVivo

K-5 Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Wednesday April 3, 2024 4:30pm - 6:00pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, Science K-8th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band Science K-8th
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

5:00pm CDT

SCIENCE SPRINTS: HS Biology Unit 8 Deep Dive (VIRTUAL)

Biology Unit 8 Deep Dive
During this session, teachers will receive an overview of the lessons in the unit and engage in student lesson experiences. The unit topic is Sustainable Agriculture. Biology Unit 8 includes the following concepts:

Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration
Conservation and Cycling of Matter and Energy
Nitrogen Cycling
Sustainable Agriculture Research

Speakers

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Glennie King

HS Science Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Tuesday April 9, 2024 5:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE HS

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band SCIENCE HS
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline SCIENCE

4:30pm CDT

SCIENCE SPRINT: 8TH GRADE Unit 9 Evolutionary History VIRTUAL

8G Unit 9: Evolutionary History

Participants will:

Analyze how the unit is designed to support students' development of deep conceptual learning
Deepen understanding of unit-specific content knowledge
Engage in lesson activities that develop the storyline of the unit
Develop awareness of resources to plan for the unit

Speakers

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Taissa Lau

Science Specialist Gr. 8, Chicago Public Schools

Thursday April 11, 2024 4:30pm - 6:30pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE 6TH-8TH

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band SCIENCE 6TH-8TH
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline SCIENCE

4:00pm CDT

SCIENCE SPRINT: GRADES 6TH-8TH Co-Lab Learning Cycles for Middle School Science VIRTUAL

Participants will…

Understand the purpose of a learning cycle
Experience key co-lab protocols from MS science co-labs
Reflect on how a Learning Cycle impacts teacher practice and student outcomes

Speakers

Taissa Lau

Science Specialist Gr. 8, Chicago Public Schools

Tuesday April 16, 2024 4:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE 6th-8th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band SCIENCE 6TH-8TH
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline SCIENCE

5:00pm CDT

SCIENCE SPRINT: HS Physics Unit 5 Deep Dive (VIRTUAL)

Physics Unit 5 Deep Dive

During this session, teachers will have the opportunity to review unit materials to assist with planning for upcoming instruction. Physics Unit 5 concepts include:

Energy
Energy Transformation
Climate Change

Speakers

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Joseph Seabloom

HS Science Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Tuesday April 16, 2024 5:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE HS

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band SCIENCE HS
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline SCIENCE

4:30pm CDT

SCIENCE SPRINT: GRADES K-5TH Supporting Newcomers in Science (VIRTUAL)

Building Community through Shared Practices

Speakers

Sarah Millette

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Allison Grandberry

K-5 Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Chantell Windham

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Andy DeVivo

K-5 Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Kori Milroy

Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Wednesday April 17, 2024 4:30pm - 5:30pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE K-5th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band SCIENCE K-5TH
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline SCIENCE

4:30pm CDT

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADES K-8th Strengthening Science Learning with Crosscutting Concepts PART 4 VIRTUAL

K-8 Skyline Science Sprint: Strengthening Science Learning with Crosscutting Concepts
Part 4 - Teachers will deepen their understanding of reasoning and thinking tools (crosscutting concepts) which allow for greater student engagement and student-centered learning in science

Speakers

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Allison Grandberry

K-5 Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Ryan Gracia

Science Specialist Gr. K-7, Chicago Public Schools

Andy DeVivo

K-5 Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Tuesday April 23, 2024 4:30pm - 6:00pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, Science K-8th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band Science K-8th
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

4:30pm CDT

Science SPRINT: GRADES K-5th Supporting Student Sense Making VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS GRADES K-5 Supporting Student Sense Making

Deepen your understanding of the NGSS by planning with the Science and Engineering Practices

Speakers

Niranjani Prabhakar

Science Content Specialist, STEM department, Chicago Public Schools

Sarah Millette

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Allison Grandberry

K-5 Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Chantell Windham

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Andy DeVivo

K-5 Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Carla Shortino

Science Content Specialist - 1st Grade, Chicago Public Schools

Kori Milroy

Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Thursday April 25, 2024 4:30pm - 6:00pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE K-5th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band Science K-5th
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

5:00pm CDT

[CANCELLED] SCIENCE SPRINT: HS Chemistry Unit 5 Deep Dive (VIRTUAL)

Chemistry Unit 5 Deep Dive

During this session, teachers will have the opportunity to review unit materials to assist with planning for upcoming instruction. Chemistry Unit 5 concepts include:

Covalent Bonding
Macromolecules
Chemical Energy

Speakers

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Natasha Singh

HS Science Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Monday April 29, 2024 5:00pm - 6:30pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE HS

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band SCIENCE HS
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline SCIENCE

4:30pm CDT

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADES K-5TH Creating Student-Accessible Science Learning Goal VIRTUAL

Science Sprints: Grades K-5, Creating Student-Accessible Science Learning Goals

To empower teachers in creating student-accessible science learning goals that clearly convey the purpose and objectives of their lessons.

Speakers

Niranjani Prabhakar

Science Content Specialist, STEM department, Chicago Public Schools

Sarah Millette

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Allison Grandberry

K-5 Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Chantell Windham

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Andy DeVivo

K-5 Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Carla Shortino

Science Content Specialist - 1st Grade, Chicago Public Schools

Kori Milroy

Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Tuesday April 30, 2024 4:30pm - 5:30pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE K-5th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band Science K-5th
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

4:30pm CDT

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADES 6-8: Strategies for Supporting Diverse Learners in the Middle School Classroom

Participants will be introduced to strategies that aim to support diverse learners in the middle school science classroom.

Speakers

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Amy Brady

Science Specialist Gr. 7, Chicago Public Schools

Tuesday April 30, 2024 4:30pm - 6:30pm CDT
Garfield Park Office, ROOM 151/153

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE 6th-8th

5:00pm CDT

[CANCELLED] SCIENCE SPRINT: HS Chemistry Unit 5 Deep Dive (VIRTUAL)

Chemistry Unit 5 Deep Dive

During this session, teachers will have the opportunity to review unit materials to assist with planning for upcoming instruction. Chemistry Unit 5 concepts include:

Covalent Bonding
Macromolecules
Chemical Energy

Speakers

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Natasha Singh

HS Science Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Tuesday April 30, 2024 5:00pm - 6:30pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE HS

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band SCIENCE HS
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline SCIENCE

4:30pm CDT

SCIENCE SPRINT: GRADES K-5TH Supporting Newcomers in Science (VIRTUAL)

Building Community through Shared Practices

Speakers

Sarah Millette

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Allison Grandberry

K-5 Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Chantell Windham

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Andy DeVivo

K-5 Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Kori Milroy

Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Wednesday May 1, 2024 4:30pm - 5:30pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE K-5th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band SCIENCE K-5TH
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline SCIENCE

4:30pm CDT

SCIENCE SPRINT: 6TH GRADE Earth's Changing Climate (VIRTUAL)

Participants will be introduced to the unit where students investigate what is causing ice on Earth’s surface to melt in order to help the fictional World Climate Institute educate the public about the processes involved

Speakers

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Ryan Gracia

Science Specialist Gr. K-7, Chicago Public Schools

Wednesday May 1, 2024 4:30pm - 7:00pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE 6th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band SCIENCE 6TH
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline SCIENCE

4:30pm CDT

Science SPRINT: GRADES K-5th Supporting Student Sense Making VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS GRADES K-5 Supporting Student Sense Making

Deepen your understanding of the NGSS by planning with the Science and Engineering Practices

Speakers

Niranjani Prabhakar

Science Content Specialist, STEM department, Chicago Public Schools

Sarah Millette

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Allison Grandberry

K-5 Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Chantell Windham

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Andy DeVivo

K-5 Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Carla Shortino

Science Content Specialist - 1st Grade, Chicago Public Schools

Kori Milroy

Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Tuesday May 7, 2024 4:30pm - 6:00pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE K-5th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band Science K-5th
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

4:30pm CDT

SCIENCE SPRINT: GRADES K-8th CCC Showcase VIRTUAL

Teachers will showcase how newfound strategies and instructional shifts related to Crosscutting Concepts have played out in their classroom and the impact on student learning.

Speakers

Ryan Gracia

Science Specialist Gr. K-7, Chicago Public Schools

Andy DeVivo

K-5 Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Wednesday May 8, 2024 4:30pm - 5:30pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, Science K-8th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band Science K-8th
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline SCIENCE

4:30pm CDT

SCIENCE SPRINTS: GRADES K-5TH Cultivating a Caring Culture in the Science Classroom VIRTUAL

Science Sprints: Grades K-5, Cultivating a Caring Culture in the Science Classroom

To empower teachers in creating positive science learning environments by building relationships with students that make them feel heard, valued, and respected.

Speakers

Niranjani Prabhakar

Science Content Specialist, STEM department, Chicago Public Schools

Sarah Millette

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Allison Grandberry

K-5 Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools

Chantell Windham

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools

Andy DeVivo

K-5 Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Carla Shortino

Science Content Specialist - 1st Grade, Chicago Public Schools

Kori Milroy

Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools

Tuesday May 14, 2024 4:30pm - 5:30pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE K-5th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band Science K-5th
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline Science

4:30pm CDT

SCIENCE SPRINT: GRADES K-5TH Creating a Well Organized Science Classroom (VIRTUAL)

To empower teachers in creating classroom systems and routines that contribute to smoothly functioning science learning environments that are accessible to all students and help them focus on their learning.

Speakers

SCIENCE SPRINTS, SCIENCE K-5th

Skyline Interim Assessments SCIENCE SPRINTS
Content & Grade-band SCIENCE K-5TH
Networks Open Enrollment
Content Area Skyline SCIENCE

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