All Workshops

Overview:The DAAIS New & Novice Teacher Cohort is designed to support early-career educators with practical, on-the-job training. This year-long program helps build foundational classroom practice..

The EMCED-MSU Cohort Leadership Institute is comprised of 8 modules based on the Professional Standards for Educational Leaders (PSEL) and are scheduled throughou..

This course, Understanding & Implementing Common Core Standards, has been divided into four chapters. The organization of the course covers the rationale for and design of the Common Core State St..

Understanding & Implementing Common Core Standards, an interactive computer-based instruction course designed to give you a deeper understanding of the ra..

This course is an interactive computer-based instruction course, designed to give you an understanding of the framework of and need for creating supportive learning environments for diverse learni..

This course is designed to help classroom teachers, school counselors, and other educational personnel gain strategies to reach and teach students who have been affected by stress, trauma, and/or viol..

This course is designed to expand your methodology for teaching Mathematics. The course will explore an innovative teaching model that incorporates strategies for teaching concepts constructively ..

This course describes diverse theoretical approaches to handling learning disabilities in the classroom. Taught by Dr. Bob Pillay, it lays the foundation for sensitive, appropriate assessment an..

Social & Emotional Learning: Optimizing Learning Environments with Life Skills. Social-emotional learning (SEL) is teaching life skills that are foundational to motivation in the classroom and cla..

This course will focus on learning to read, reading to learn, and an introduction to reading assessment. As part of these key areas of reading instruction, the five elements of effective reading i..

The purpose of this course is to improve your knowledge of science and the scientific process. This is the first course in a three-course series.Note: It is recommended that the Reading Fundamenta..

This course describes diverse theoretical approaches to handling learning disabilities in the classroom. Taught by Dr. Bob Pillay, it lays the foundation for sensitive, appropriate assessment an..

Methods & Materials for Teaching ESL Students was written to help teachers understand concepts and terms related to educating students whose first language is not English. This course discusses ho..

This course is designed to give you a new perspective on serving the needs of young children and their families. In this course you will learn what is meant by family-centered services as it appli..

This course includes topics on violence, aggression in the classroom, youth gangs, aggression in sports and on television, how drugs and alcohol play a role in aggression and violence, and "hot sp..

This course will explore an instructional methodology that incorporates strategies for teaching concepts, constructively, and contextually. The goal is for you to gain a deeper understanding of th..

This course provides information on the history of exceptional students in relation to education, current law, and accepted methods for referral, assessment, and identification. It covers major pr..

RTI is a process schools can and should use to help students who are struggling with academics or behavior. Even though RTI is primarily linked to special education and the early identification ..

Reading & Writing in Content Area offers instruction in teaching reading and writing in various subject matter fields at the secondary level. The material stresses the skills of vocabulary bui..

This course is designed to help special and general educators gain a better understanding of inclusion, one of the current educational reform movements that advocates educating students with disabilit..

Harassment, Bullying & Cyber-Intimidation in Schools will discuss definitions and the personal, social, and legal ramifications associated with sexual harassment, bullying, and cyber-intimidat..

ELL: Linguistics was written to help teachers understand concepts and terms related to educating students whose first language is not English. This course discusses how to understand theoretical found..

Language Acquisition for ESL Students was written to help teachers understand concepts and terms related to educating students whose first language is not English. This course discusses developmental ..

English Language Learner: Evaluation & Assessment was written to help teachers understand concepts and terms related to evaluating and assessing students whose first language is not English. This ..

This course explores contemporary best practice and perspectives on early childhood development. Content includes patterns and sequences of typical development for children from birth to six years..

This course is designed to give you a new perspective on planning and implementing developmentally appropriate programs for young children from birth through age eight. In this course you will lea..

This course explores observation and assessment instruments, as well as recommended practices and available resources for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Content includes an emphasis on obser..

This course is designed to help the learner gain a more comprehensive understanding of alcohol, drugs, and their influences in the classroom. It provides a contextual framework for understanding w..

Designed to help the learner identify and effectively teach students affected by child abuse and/or neglect, this course covers how to recognize the signs of physical, emotional, and sexual abuse,..

This course helps teachers build genuine bonds between themselves and their students and between students and their classmates, to create “kindred classhomes” with a foundation of acceptance, respect,..

This course is designed to give the learner a new perspective on student behavior and effective tools to facilitate positive student change. Taught by Mick R. Jackson MS/ED, this course provides a..

This course describes Autism Spectrum Disorder, including characteristics of these disorders, associated learning styles, communication weaknesses, and various intervention strategies. The cours..

This course will help the learner achieve a better understanding of ADD and intervention strategies to facilitate positive student change. Taught by Mick R. Jackson MS/ED, this course covers the h..

Geared primarily for professionals (e.g., regular or special educators, instructional assistants, school psychologists, counselors) serving children and youths presenting behavior problems in the ..

This course is designed to further develop the conceptual and technical skills required by teachers to help them identify their educational goals and implement meaningful instructional strategies for ..

This two-day session will look at how to be an effective leader, promoting student academic success and well-being. Participants will explore discipline scen..

The University of Mississippi Principal Corp is pleased to offer Instructional Leadership for School Improvement and Turnaround. This two-day professional learning experience emphasizes the pivotal r..

The University of Mississippi Principal Corp is pleased to offer Instructional Leadership for School Improvement and Turnaround. This two-day professional learning experience emphasizes the pivotal r..

The University of Misssissippi Principal Corp is pleased to offer Enhancing Teacher Development: Targeted Feedback and Strategic Learning. Effective teacher development is one of the strongest lever..

The University of Mississippi Principal Corp is pleased to offer Enhancing Teacher Development: Targeted Feedback and Strategic Learning. Effective teacher development is one of the most powerful le..

Being “good at math” often referred to knowing basic facts quickly. But is that what defines a mathematically proficient student? What about the other skills—measurement, angles, fractions, time, ..

Being “good at math” often referred to knowing basic facts quickly. But is that what defines a mathematically proficient student? What about the other skills—measurement, angles, fractions, time, etc...

This course is based on the research of Robert Marzano and John Hattie. It focuses on the difference between instructional strategies and activities. The ten most effective instructional strategie..

Registration  is limited to individuals pre-selected by USM.Educators will be immersed in blue economy careers available at Keesler Air Force Base, MDMR and MDEQ.  This experience is designe..

This one-day session for educators and administrators focuses on improving literacy instruction through effective writing strategies.The morning session covers the updated MAAP writing rubric, explori..

This one-day session for educators and administrators focuses on improving literacy instruction through effective writing strategies.The morning session covers the updated MAAP writing rubric, explori..

The MDE, Office of Special Education will host a legal special education review.  Our time together will look at current special education trends at ..

The Office of Special Education is hosting a Special Education Directors' Quarterly Meeting to discuss updates and current topics for students with disabilities...

TIER 1 INSTRUCTION AND REMEDIATION (Morning): Tier 1 instruction forms the foundational layer for multi-tiered system of support (MTSS) or response to intervention (RTI) framework. This wholegroup se..

TIER 1 INSTRUCTION AND REMEDIATION (Morning): Tier 1 instruction forms the foundational layer for multi-tiered system of support (MTSS) or response to intervention (RTI) framework. This wholegroup se..

TIER 1 INSTRUCTION AND REMEDIATION (Morning): Tier 1 instruction forms the foundational layer for multi-tiered system of support (MTSS) or response to intervention (RTI) framework. This wholegroup se..

TIER 1 INSTRUCTION AND REMEDIATION (Morning): Tier 1 instruction forms the foundational layer for multi-tiered system of support (MTSS) or response to intervention (RTI) framework. This wholegroup se..

The Coaching Cycle in Action- Part 1 (Fall) explores the essential role of a literacy coach, highlights effective coaching traits, and guides participants throught the coaching cycle using real-world ..

Registration here is for ONLY for requesting CEUs upon successful completion of the training.The course is not open to new participants.This training provides an overview of Universal Design for Learn..

Registration here is for ONLY for requesting CEUs upon successful completion of the training.The course is not open to new participants.This 14-module training provides participants an opportunity to ..

Registration here is for ONLY for requesting CEUs upon successful completion of the training.The course is not open to new participants...

Registering for this course is closed to new participants .This two part 16 module, 19 hours CANVAS training will provide participants the opportunity to learn how to build systems necessary to provid..

Registration here is for purposes of requesting CEUs upon course completion.This two part 16 module, 19 hrs. CANVAS training will provide participants the opportunity to learn how to build systems nec..

Registration here is for ONLY for requesting CEUs upon successful completion of the training.The course is not open to new participants.This 10-module training will provide participants the opportunit..

Registration here is for ONLY for requesting CEUs upon successful completion of the training.The course is not open to new participants.This 12-module training will provide participants the opportunit..

Registration for this training is closed to new participants. Only those who have completed the training should be registering for credit.This 8 module online training provides participants with i..

Registration for this training is closed to new participants.Participants MUST use this link to be enrolled in Early Childhood Tier 2 Online Training: https://usmuw.co1.qualtrics.co..

This immersive professional learning experience prepares educators to confidently teach electronics, mechanics, robotics, and microcontroller programming aligned to required curriculum competencies. P..

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This engaging, interactive training series is designed to help educators build practical skills and confidence to meet the needs of all students. This conference emphasizes the importance of intention..

In this one-day session, participants will explore the latest features and functionalities of MSIS and personnel and finance related data collections.  Special breakout sessions will be provided ..

These regional trainings will focus on aligning the MS-CCRS with effective teaching practices and the use of manipulatives and classroom strategies that will support the enhancement of learning for al..

These regional trainings will focus on aligning the MS-CCRS with effective teaching practices and the use of manipulatives and classroom strategies that will support the enhancement of learning for al..

The Leading Education Achievement in Districts and Schools (LEADS) initiative is MDE’s structured focus on effective leadership.  The LEADS initiative focuses on three areas of leadership: the de..

Description: This deep dive equips educators with the content knowledge, instructional strategies, and hands-on experiences needed to effectively teach foundational networking concepts. Participants w..

This cooperative learning opportunity will review federal regulations, state policies, and best practices for early childhood transition focusing on the process for developing and implementing a high-..

This cooperative learning opportunity will review federal regulations, state policies, and best practices for early childhood transition focusing on the process for developing and implementing a high-..

This cooperative learning opportunity will review federal regulations, state policies, and best practices for early childhood transition focusing on the process for developing and implementing a high-..

This cooperative learning opportunity will review federal regulations, state policies, and best practices for early childhood transition focusing on the process for developing and implementing a high-..

This cooperative learning opportunity will review federal regulations, state policies, and best practices for early childhood transition focusing on the process for developing and implementing a high-..

This cooperative learning opportunity will review federal regulations, state policies, and best practices for early childhood transition focusing on the process for developing and implementing a high-..

This cooperative learning opportunity will review federal regulations, state policies, and best practices for early childhood transition focusing on the process for developing and implementing a high-..

This cooperative learning opportunity will review federal regulations, state policies, and best practices for early childhood transition focusing on the process for developing and implementing a high-..

The Mississippi Department of Education’s Orientation for School Leaders (OSL) training is a three-module, six-day statewide series facilitated by Mississippi’s Regional Education Service Agencies. Th..

Have you ever wondered… How to engage your student learners? How to bring the lessons in your room alive? How to raise test scores while also lessening the discipline referrals? If so, join Missi..

Have you ever wondered… How to engage your student learners? How to bring the lessons in your room alive? How to raise test scores while also lessening the discipline referrals? If so, join Missi..

Making Adjustments is a tool created by the MDE to assist Pre-K staff in meeting the unique needs of individual children in their classrooms.  This full-day training will give participants a vari..

Unlock your school's full potential! Strong school leadership is the key to lasting improvement and student success.  This training equips building-level administrators with the strategies, tools..

This training is designed to equip school district personnel with the knowledge, tools, and resources needed to effectively identify, support, and retain students and families experiencing homelessn..

This training is designed to equip school district personnel with the knowledge, tools, and resources needed to effectively identify, support, and retain students and families experiencing homelessn..

Description: This deep dive equips educators with the content knowledge, instructional strategies, and hands-on experiences needed to effectively teach foundational networking concepts. Participants w..

This professional learning session prepares educators to effectively teach the progression from block-based to text-based programming aligned to required curriculum competencies. Participants will exp..

In coordination with the Rankin County School District initiative for literacy, FHS will focus on Visible Thinking and Writing for the 2025-2026 school year. This book study is designed to provide an ..

This conference will focus on aligning the curriculum with standards-based effective teaching practices.  Educators will be encouraged to take ownership of their instructional practices and facil..

This is a monthly meeting for EMCED member district SPED Directors to collaborate and network.This event is open to EMCED members and their guests only.  ..

This 2-day bootcamp will take a look at the day-to-day operations of school and provide guidance on just how to navigate those early days as a new administrator. If you are a novice, new or an aspirin..

This professional learning session equips educators with the knowledge and instructional strategies needed to effectively teach 3D modeling and printing aligned to required curriculum competencies. Pa..

This professional learning session equips educators with the foundational knowledge and instructional strategies needed to effectively teach cybersecurity aligned to required curriculum competencies. ..

This professional development will provide information on Grants Management, the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act, the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), Individuals with Disabi..

The Train the Trainer session is a one-day experience for MDE designated individuals who will serve in support roles for district teams.  These individuals will also be asked to attend and partic..

This conference is designed for educators and professionals dedicated to supporting at-risk students, including teachers, principals, administrators, social workers, and mental health experts.  A..

Description: This professional learning session equips educators with the knowledge and practical strategies needed to both teach artificial intelligence concepts and responsibly integrate AI tools in..

Are you a General or Special Education teacher in Grades K-12?  Are you eager to learn more about how SPED and GENED teachers can work TOGETHER to ensure that ALL students succeed?  If you a..

Specialized Reading Knowledge: English Learners is designed to strengthen educators’ knowledge and skills in the science of literacy instruction. At the end of this professional development oppor..

Pathways to Proficient Reading for Secondary Educators is asynchronous training for grades 3-12 general education teachers. Sessions will cover the connection between reading research, theoretica..