Curriculum Updates

CEW Standards are approved by the Board. They are still going through regulatory process. Information on CEW Standards can be found here: CLICK HERE

What certifications will be qualified to teach the new Financial Literacy content?

Certification and Staffing Policy Guidelines (CSPG) that pertain to economic education/financial literacy certification, and course assignment include: CSPG 33 - Business, Computer and Information Technology; CSPG 35 - Citizenship Education; CSPG 44 - Family and Consumer Sciences; CSPG 49 - Marketing/Distributive Education; CSPG 50 - Mathematics; and CSPG 59 - Social Studies.

When are new standards released?

We are hearing Summer 2024. Implementation 2026-2027 with a similar rollout to STEELS. More info as I receive it!

Financial Literacy Simulations- an interactive literacy activity with prizes!

Click HERE for free resources from FNB. Budgeting, saving, investing, and more!

Teacher Resources to accompany student resources can be found HERE.

See the full menu of offerings HERE.

ARIN supports the implementation of the Pennsylvania Integrated Standards for Science, Technology & Engineering, and Environmental Literacy and Sustainability (PA STEELS Standards) by providing assistance for building curriculum, instruction, and assessment capacity.

Please click here for details on upcoming trainings and supports for the STEELS Standards.

On June 5th - you're invited to participate in Micro:bit in the Garden - a new offering from our friends at CodeJoy! You'll learn how to connect outdoor learning and environmental literacy to the fun of using a micro:bit - no prior experience is necessary!

You can do this session from the comfort of your own home AND you get a FREE micro:bit!!

Space is limited - click here for full information and to register!

Classroom Monitors are required to complete classroom management training as part of the certification. If you are looking for support with this, please reach out to Susan Griffith sgriffith@iu28.org.

We are offering "bite size" modules for self-paced sessions. Currently, we have the following available, but we are continuing to listen to your needs and design more as requests are made!

🌐Professional Ethics (2 hours)

🌐STEELS for Elementary (2 hours)

Contact Susan Griffith if you are interested: sgriffith@iu28.org

A FREE workshop for biology teachers

Dear Principal,
Have you ever wondered how your job satisfaction as a principal compares to that of your peers and what factors most contribute to it? My name is Christine Joy, and I am conducting a research study as part of my dissertation process at Alvernia University. The focus of my study is to explore the various factors that contribute to job satisfaction among school principals. Understanding these elements can significantly enhance educational leadership practices and improve the professional well-being of principals like yourself.
Why Your Participation Matters: Your insights and experiences are invaluable. By participating in this study, you will be contributing to a deeper understanding of what affects job satisfaction for school principals. This, in turn, could inform strategies aimed at fostering a more supportive and fulfilling work environment in our schools.
About the Study: This study is aimed at examining key factors such as pay, relationships with coworkers, gender, leadership experience, educational attainment, and the intrinsic nature of work to understand their impact on job satisfaction. To do this, I am using Spector's Job Satisfaction Survey (JSS), a well-regarded tool for measuring job satisfaction levels.
What Participation Involves: If you choose to participate, you will be asked to complete the Job Satisfaction Survey (JSS) through an online platform, Qualtrics, which will also include some additional comparison and demographic questions. The survey is designed to be both comprehensive and respectful of your time, taking approximately 7-10 minutes to complete.
Your Privacy: Please rest assured that your responses will remain confidential and anonymous, and the data collected will be used solely for this research. Your participation is entirely voluntary, and you may withdraw at any time without penalty.
Next Steps: If you are interested in participating or would like more information, please click on the following link: https://alvernia.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dpqo6HwMY4yaQSO
Thank you for your time and for all that you do for our educational community. I look forward to the possibility of your participation.
Warmest regards,
Christine Joy
PhD Educational Leadership Program
Alvernia University

Save the Date! ICTC will celebrate their Seniors on May 23, 2024. Location: IJHS Auditorium.

Save the Date! Lenape Tech will celebrate their Seniors on May 24, 2024.

Events (in-person or virtual) are themed with one or more of the following topics: arts, makers, outdoor learning, science, math, technology, youth voice, and professional development.

With the festival being held in May, many organizations use these events as opportunities to showcase work from the school year, highlight opportunities for youth during the summer or year, or engage parents and family alongside their children.

Click here for a list of events in our area!

Registration

Act 45 Available

June 17 9-3 (virtual option)

@IU12 New Oxford, PA

The Lung Association is currently recruiting one school personnel per school to become trained facilitators in three evidence-based programs:

• CATCH® My Breath vaping prevention program
• Not On Tobacco® cessation program
• INDEPTH® alternative to suspension/citation program

Through this initiative, all training costs are covered (over $800 in value). After completion of the facilitator trainings, in-school implementation of one program, and evaluation, the facilitator will receive a $500 stipend and the school facility will receive a $500 stipend to support school health/wellness efforts.

If you are interested or want to learn more, please email Annmarie.Brady@lung.org or complete the interest form linked HERE.

🍏2024 National SEL Conference @ King of Prussia May 21-23

Act 13 Flowcharts are available HERE 👈

SPRING 2024 RV PHASE DATES

The Spring 2024 RV phases will now open on Thursdays with most closing on Wednesdays! This allows for a longer Preview phase with the same or more business days for each phase as in prior years.

* PREVIEW - Wednesday, April 18 - Thursday, May 1, 2024
* TEACHER VERIFICATION - Wednesday, May 2 - Thursday, May 15, 2024
* SCHOOL VERIFICATION - Wednesday, May 16 - Thursday, May 29, 2024
* LEA VERIFICATION - Wednesday, May 30 - Friday, June 21, 2024

More Resources: https://bit.ly/PDEPVAAS-RV

Great Learning Opportunities Coming Up:

PVAAS Professional Learning Page

Digging Deeper Guides- these are a great resource for identifying root cause and diving deeper into your data! User friendly for all users!

FRCPP Support: Office Hours every 1st and 3rd Tuesday via TEAMS. Click Here

The newest edition of “The CP Tip Jar” newsletter has been released. 🚩🚩Click here to access the most current Comprehensive Planning/FRCPP information.

Our new professional learning site houses the menu of options for professional learning and development! Check it out: https://bit.ly/IU28PL

Our intent is to make learning meaningful, accessible and engaging for all adult learners. We look forward to working with you and your teams in the 2023-2024 School Year!