Professional Development

2010 Summer Sessions

Nature/Needs and Assessment of GT Students    Register for this session

How to identify characteristics of gifted and talented students, including under-represented groups and create an environment in which gifted and talented students feel challenged and safe to explore and express their uniqueness.  Learn more about Barbers Hill ISD updated GT plan, the GT state plan and how our identification process works on the Hill using qualitative and quantitative measures.  Learn strategies for nurturing the social and emotional development of GT students at home and at school and be able to involve parents, community and other professionals.

For teachers and administrators.  GT credit.                                Maximum enrollment:  40
Presenter:  Tracy Tidwell
Credit:  6 hours, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., June 1                      Professional Development Center

 D2SC Overview            Session Closed

This session will provide participants with an overview of the D2SC system used by BHISD to store curriculum and score assessments.  In this session, participants will learn how to access curriculum, input curriculum, align curriculum to TEKS, create assessments, score assessments, and run reports.

Special note:  This has been approved by the Technology Department as a session that can be used for a technology in-service credit on Monday, August 16, 2010.  Attending and completing this session will allow the participants to work in their classrooms on August 16th.

Intended audience:  Curriculum Writers and those interested in learning how to effectively utilize D2SC.
Presenter:  D2SC Representatives
Credit:  6 hours, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., June 2                          Technology Applications Center

Curriculum Differentiation                                              Register for this session

What differentiation really looks like in a classroom.  Applies basic principles of a differentiated curriculum, to the cognitive and affective development of each gifted and talented student.

For teachers and administrators.   GT credit                                 Maximum enrollment:  40
Presenter:  Tracy Tidwell
Credit:  6 hours, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., June 8                       Professional Development Center

 A Framework for Understanding Poverty – Day 1   June 9 Session Closed   |  Register for July 12 session

This workshop is based on the book A Framework for Understanding Poverty by Ruby K. Payne, Ph.D.  The day will provide a study of information and issues that will increase the participants’ knowledge and understanding of the poverty culture.  Topics include:  how economic class affects behaviors and mindsets, why students from generational poverty often fear being educated, the “hidden rules” within economic classes, discipline interventions that improve behavior, and the eight resources that make a difference in success.  Related discussions also include support systems, the role of language registers, developing emotional resources and learning structures, and the importance of instruction that includes building mental models.  This workshop is designed for audiences of both elementary-and secondary-level educators.  This is a required session for all BHISD teachers.  Enrollment ends June 1st

For teachers and administrators.  GT credit (if requested)            Maximum enrollment:  40   
Presenter:  Barbara Ponder
Credit:  6 hours, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., June 9  or July 12    Professional Development Center

Designing Conceptual Lessons      Register for this session  

Learn how a concept based lesson design can reach beyond the memorization of isolated facts and establish higher critical thinking skills.  Learn scaffolding questioning techniques that can lead your students to critical perspectives across the curriculum. 

*Teachers will need to bring with them current lessons they are using in the classroom.

For teachers K-8.  GT credit                                                       Maximum enrollment:  40
Presenter:  Tracy Tidwell
Credit:  6 hours, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., June 15                     Professional Development Center

A Framework for Understanding Poverty – Day 2  (Prerequisite:  Day 1)     June 16 Session Closed

Participants in Day 2 training will review the key points of poverty, and will examine the role education plays in helping students overcome the hardships they face due to their economic status.  Much of the day will be spent discussing instructional practices and strategies that will yield greater student comprehension and mastery. 

For teachers and administrators.  GT credit (if requested).           Maximum enrollment:  40
Presenter:  Barbara Ponder
Credit:  6 hours, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., June 16                   Professional Development Center

Seven Steps to Critical Thinking:  Hannel Questioning Strategies     July 6 Session Closed

In this session, participants will learn a systematic way to utilize questioning strategies in the classroom to increase and develop critical thinking skills.  Strongly recommended for all BHISD employees.  Enrollment ends June 25^th  

For teachers and administrators.    GT credit (if requested)          Maximum enrollment: 40
Presenter:  Sandra Duree
Credit:  6 hours, 8:30 – 3:30 p.m., July 6                              Professional Development Center

Navigating the ELPS:  Using the New Standards to Improve Instruction for English Learners     SESSION IS FULL

In 2006 the Texas Education Agency assembled a group to review and revise the ESL standards.  The result was the new English Language Proficiency Standards that went into effect in December of 2007.  The standards describe the instruction that districts need to provide for English language learners so that they can successfully master both content area knowledge and academic  language.  Unlike the former ESL standards, the new standards clearly indicate that the ELPS are to be integrated into each subject of the required curriculum.   This training will provide teachers, administrators, and specialists an easy process for moving ahead with implementing the standards.  Teachers will receive a copy of the book "Navigating the ELPS" which includes a brief introduction into what kind of instruction is required for English learners, an outline of district responsibilities, cross curricular student expectations, and language proficiency level descriptors.

For teachers and administrators.                                                Maximum enrollment:  100    SESSION IS FULL
Presenter:  Angel Torres, Seidlitz Education
Credit:  6 hours, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., July 7                       Professional Development Center

Primary Writer’s Workshop               Register for this session

During this one day workshop, participants will have the opportunity to study the primary writer’s workshop, observe writing lessons, and leave with practical information on how to begin a workshop in their classroom.

For BH Primary School Teachers ONLY                                  Maximum enrollment:  30
Presenter:  Jamie Johnston
Credit:  6 hours, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., July 8                        BH Primary School Library

Hear Our Cry:  Boys in Crisis     Session Closed

This workshop focuses on the why behind male behavior in school and what schools can do to begin making school more “boy friendly.”  Issues that impact boys who come from poverty as well as middle class will be explored in this session. 

For teachers and administrators.  GT credit (if requested)            Maximum enrollment:  50  Session Closed
Presenter:  Dr. Paul Slocumb, aha! Process, Inc.
Credit:  6 hours, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., July 8                      Professional Development Center

Thinking Maps – Elementary     July 13 Session Closed

In this session participants will learn how to use Thinking MapsŪ as a tool to incorporate critical thinking skills in every lesson.  This is a required session for all BHISD Elementary teachers.  Enrollment ends July 1^st

For elementary teachers and administrators.  GT credit (if requested)   Maximum enrollment:  40
Presenter:  Sandra Duree and Cindy Price
Credit:  6 hours, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., July 13                            Professional Development Center

Thinking Maps for Secondary     July 14 Session Closed

In this session participants will learn how to use Thinking MapsŪ as a tool to incorporate critical thinking skills in every lesson.  This is a required session for all BHISD Secondary teachers.  Enrollment ends July 1^st

For secondary teachers and administrators.  GT credit (if requested)     Maximum enrollment:  40
Presenter:  Sandra Duree and Cindy Price
Credit:  6 hours, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., July 14                             Professional Development Center

When Gifted Kids Don’t Have All the Answers (Book Study)    Register for this session

Take a close up look at gifted kids from the inside out (image and self-esteem) and the outside in (challenges to their well-being from their family, school, peers and society). 

Enrollment ends June 4^th  Book must be picked up by June 17^th and read by July 15^th.  
Social and Emotional Needs competency – 3 hours face to face/3 hours reading and analyzing.

For teachers and administrators.  GT credit.                               Maximum enrollment:  40
Presenter:  Tracy Tidwell
Credit:  6 hours, 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., July 15                   Professional Development Center

Capturing Kids’ Hearts     SESSION IS FULL

Participants will learn proven, repeatable skills that help:
·         Develop safe, trusting, self-managing classrooms
·         Improve classroom attendance by building students’ motivation and helping them take responsibility for their actions and performance
·         Decrease delinquent behaviors such as disruptive outbursts, violent acts, drug use and other risky behavior
·         Utilize the EXCEL Model™ and reinforce the role of emotional intelligence in teaching
·         Develop students’ empathy for diverse cultures and backgrounds

For teachers and administrators.                                                Maximum enrollment:  50 – SESSION IS FULL
Presenter:  The Flippen Group
Credit:  18 hours, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., July 19, 20 & 21      Bridge Water Events, Baytown, TX

How to Administer the DRA    Register for this session

Learn how to give the Developmental Reading Assessment.  Learn district standards and practice running records.  This is a required session for all BHISD K-3 Language Arts teachers.

For Grade K-3 teachers                                                             Maximum enrollment:  40
Presenters:  Lisa Watkins, Stephanie Farner, Robin Waller
Credit:  6 hours, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., August 2                   Professional Development Center

Guided Reading I – Stack the Deck (DRA Analysis and Instruction)    Register for this session

This session will help you identify the critical components of guided reading instruction and how to manage guided reading instruction in the classroom.  The session will review how to mark and score the DRDA, and then how to use your DRA benchmark records to plan guided reading lessons that are guaranteed to build reading competence in your students.  This is a required session for all BHISD K-3 Language Arts teachers.

For Grade K-3 teachers                                                              Maximum enrollment:  40
Presenters:  Lisa Watkins, Stephanie Farner, Robin Waller
Credit:  6 hours, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., August 3                    Professional Development Center

Guided Reading II – Ace in the Hole (Prerequisite:  Guided Reading I)    Register for this session

This session will help you identify student strengths and weaknesses in reading and plan for reading instruction using the DRA benchmark, along with running records.  This session will focus on data analysis and using research based practices and strategies to help you improve students’ reading ability.  This session will help you increase your ability to select leveled text that target areas of growth.

For Grade K-3 teachers                                                              Maximum enrollment:  40
Presenters:  Lisa Watkins, Stephanie Farner, Robin Waller
Credit:  6 hours, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., August 4                    Professional Development Center

Leading for Learning    Register for this session

This course will provide participants with information and strategies for communication, and consensus building when leading adults.  It is designed for those who are in (and sometimes thrust into) leadership positions such as department chairs, team leaders, principals, and curriculum council members.  The format will be lecture, discussion, and simulation experiences.

For Dept. Chairs, Team Leaders, Curriculum Council Members, Principals and Asst. Principals    Maximum enrollment:  40
Presenters:  Sandra Duree, Gayle Woodall & Barbara Ponder
Credit:  6 hours, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., August 5                                                                Professional Development Center

Language Proficiency Assessment Committee (LPAC) Training    Register for this session

Learn state laws and policies for educating limited English proficient (LEP) students, LPAC duties and responsibilities, and guidelines for identifying, placing, exiting and monitoring LEP students.

For K-12 teachers and administrators.                                           Maximum enrollment:  20
Presenter:  Ana Llamo, Region 4
Credit:  6 hours, 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., August 6                      Professional Development Center

CPR Classes

Certification for CPR / AED / First Aid Basics    Register for June 22 session   |  Register for July 27 session
                                                                                     Register for Aug 20 session

Certification training will be provided for CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) basics, AED (Automated External Defibrillator) use and first aid. Open to all BHISD employees. 

Required training for:  Athletic coaches, Physical Education instructors, Marching Band directors, Cheerleading coaches, UIL coaches
Presenter:  BH nurses                                                                                         Maximum enrollment:  40
Credit:  2 yr. certification, 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. , June 22 or July 27               Professional Development Center
                                         8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.    Aug 20                                HS room A270 

Re-certification for CPR / AED / First Aid Basics    Register for June 22 session   |  Register for July 27 session
                                                                                          Register for Aug 20 session

Re-certification training will be provided for CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) basics, AED (Automated External Defibrillator) use and first aid.  (If you have taken a CPR course previously, your card is valid for 2 years, please check the expiration date on your card.)

Open to all BHISD employees.  Required training for:  Athletic coaches, Physical Education instructors, Marching Band directors, Cheerleading coaches, UIL coaches
Presenter:  BH nurses                                                                                         Maximum enrollment:  40
Credit:  2 yr. certification, 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. ,   June 22 or July 27               Professional Development Center
                                         1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.     Aug 20                                 HS room A270 

Advanced Computing for Educators - Summer   2010

1:1 One-oh-One   Register for this session

This course will provide participants with information and strategies for coping in the 1:1 classroom environment.  Topics to be covered include the "care and feeding" of the laptop; your fears and expectations for the program; classroom management; on-line resources; technology support and more. Required training for teachers new to the 1:1 programs on HS, MS and IS campuses. 
approved for technology in-service credit

For HS, MS and IS teachers and administrators.                                           Maximum enrollment:  20
Presenter:  BHISD Technology
Credit:  12 hours, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., July 19 - 20                               Technology Applications Center

Campus Technology Representative  Attendance is by invitation only

Those chosen for this program will receive information and strategies to become a CTR (campus technology representative).  CTRs will become the "go to" people on each campus when minor technology issues arise; from routine maintenance of printers, installation of new software, testing new applications, gradebook issues, network connection issues, troubleshooting,  and more. 
Approved for technology in-service credit

For teachers at all campuses                                                                       Maximum enrollment:  10
Presenter:  BHISD Technology
Credit:  12 hours, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., July 21 - 22                               Technology Applications Center

Interactive PowerPoint:    Session is Full

If your only use of PowerPoint to display pictures and words, then you are missing a whole world of possibilities to make your lessons interactive, engaging and even FUN for students and you as well.   Participants will move beyond "linear" presentations (one slide after another) to truly media-rich interactive lessons complete with embedded video, whole-class testing, links to outside resources, games, and more.
Approved for technology in-service credit

For teachers at all campuses                                                                       Session is Full
Presenter:  TBD
Credit:  6 hours, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., July 19                                      TBD

Excel in Your Classroom    Session is Full

Excel, the workhorse of the Microsoft Office suite, can provide a host of valuable tools for your classroom management needs and for student-centered projects.  This intermediate-level session will focus on charts, common formulas and functions, conditional formatting, and working with Excel as a database. All these tools will help you create student projects that will help bring the subject into focus and foster higher order thinking.  They will virtually Excel in your classroom.  Approved for technology in-service credit

For teachers at all campuses                                                                       Maximum enrollment:  20  Session is Full
Presenter:  TBD
Credit:  6 hours, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., July 21                                       TBD

How to put the WOW into student projects    SESSION IS FULL

The key to getting today's students to learn is to get them engaged.  Classroom projects where the students are working together to create a new product help build higher order thinking skills while still mastering the material.  This session will have participants collaborating to conceive, script, create, design, modify, publish and present original projects based on technology used at BHISD, while employing such tools as digital cameras, video cameras, image and video editing applications, Movie Maker, and others.  At the end of the session, the teams will present their original works to their peers for evaluation.  Approved for technology in-service credit

For teachers at all campuses                                                                       Maximum enrollment:  20  SESSION IS FULL
Presenter:  TBD
Credit:  6 hours, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., July 20                                      TBD

Discovery beyond the streaming    SESSION IS FULL

Have you used Discovery Streaming for its video clips?  Have you edited a video for use with your classes? What about the lesson plans feature? the library of images available?  Discovery Streaming is more than just the excellent collection of videos; participants will work with its other features to enhance lessons, jazz up presentations, create assessments and writing prompts, and more.  Approved for technology in-service credit

For teachers at all campuses                                                                       Maximum enrollment:  20  SESSION IS FULL
Presenter:  TBD
Credit:  6 hours, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., July 22                                      TBD

Take a Mimeo    Session is Full

Have you seen the latest trend in interactive white boards?  The Mimeo is small, portable, and can be moved anywhere to transform any whiteboard into an interactive white board.  Participants will learn how to install the hardware and software, configure for use and basics on its operation.  In addition, time in the afternoon will be used to create real projects for use in the classroom.  Approved for technology in-service credit

For teachers at all campuses                                                                     Session is Full
Presenter:  TBD
Credit:  6 hours, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., July 28                                      Technology Applications Center

Summer technology sessions offered by Region 4.  See full list. 

These instructional technology sessions are being offered by Region 4 ESC.  Transportation, registration, and fees are responsibility of the participant.   Request for in-service credit must be received by technology department prior to the session.
Download Exchange Request form and submit to Technology Department  for pre-approval

Technology Applications Center - TAC

The Technology Applications Center is located in the rear of the High school, room A191.  You can park in the teacher parking area near the Ag building and enter the clearly marked doors for easy access.