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Praxis Study Sessions for Arkansas Charter School Teachers
APSRC is offering virtual Praxis study sessions throughout June, designed specifically for classroom teachers in Arkansas charter schools who are working toward teacher licensure. These sessions are part of our continued effort to support educators with focused, practical resources that strengthen instructional practice and professional growth.
Support for Novice Teachers in Arkansas Charter Schools: Program Plan and Request Form Now Available
Supporting novice teachers is key to long-term success in the classroom. Explore APSRC’s mentoring structure and find out how your school can receive resources and guidance by joining the support list for next year.
How to Make the Most of Your 2025 Summer Retreat
The 2025 Summer Professional Learning Retreat is just around the corner. Whether you are joining from your home office, kitchen table, or a beach chair with a view, this virtual event is designed to fit your summer routine. In this post, we are sharing a few simple and fun ways to help you make the most of your retreat experience.
Explore Day 3 of the 2025 Summer Professional Learning Retreat
Day 3 of the 2025 Summer Professional Learning Retreat is all about instruction, offering educators practical strategies to strengthen teaching and learning across grade levels and content areas. From lesson internalization and small group instruction to performance-based grading and inclusive planning, these sessions are designed to help you elevate your instructional practice and drive student success.
Explore Day 2 of the 2025 Summer Professional Learning Retreat
Day 2 of the 2025 Summer Professional Learning Retreat focuses on Supporting Special Populations, offering educators powerful strategies to meet the diverse needs of all learners. From behavior interventions to trauma-informed teaching and inclusive IEP practices, these sessions are designed to equip you with tools to make an immediate impact.
Explore Day 1 of the 2025 Summer Professional Learning Retreat
The 2025 Summer Professional Learning Retreat kicks off June 17 with sessions focused on alignment, team collaboration, and student growth. Explore the full Day 1 lineup—featuring presenters from DESE, Great Minds, APSRC, and author Jenni Donohoo—and register now to reserve your spot.
Performance Level Descriptor (PLD) Track at the 2025 Summer Professional Learning Retreat
Get ready for a special Performance Level Descriptor (PLD) track on Day 3 (June 19) of the 2025 Summer Professional Learning Retreat. These sessions offer practical insights and strategies to strengthen your PLD knowledge, practices, and details on how these resources can be used to improve student outcomes - whether you're new to PLDs or looking for more tips and tools to refine your approach.
Register Now for the 2025 Summer Professional Learning Retreat
Registration is now open for the 2025 Summer Professional Learning Retreat, taking place virtually June 17–19. Explore the schedule, register in Discere, and start planning your PD experience today.
Discover the Topics for the 2025 Summer Professional Learning Retreat!
The 2025 Summer Professional Learning Retreat is just around the corner! Mark your calendars for June 17th-19th and get ready for three days of virtual professional learning designed to empower, align, and support your teaching. Each day focuses on different topics, including Empower, Align, Achieve, Supporting Special Populations, and It’s All About Instruction. Stay tuned for more details coming soon!
Introducing the Charter Leader Collective
The Charter Leader Collective (CLC) is here! APSRC’s new program offers Arkansas Charter Leaders a space to connect, collaborate, and grow. The first session, “Effective Instructional Walkthroughs,” will take place on March 7th, 2025. Register today!
Save the Date for the 2025 Summer Professional Learning Retreat
APSRC is thrilled to announce the 2025 Summer Professional Learning Retreat, happening virtually from June 17th to 19th. This three-day event offers a flexible learning experience with sessions tailored to support your professional growth and student needs. All sessions are eligible for PD hours. Stay tuned for more details and make sure to join our mailing list to receive updates!
January 2025 Professional Development Events: Register Now to Jumpstart Your Year with APSRC
Start the year off strong with APSRC's January 2025 professional development events! Whether you're looking to sharpen your skills with standalone sessions or elevate your work with special ATLAS writing sessions, we have a variety of exciting opportunities to boost your professional growth. Don't wait – register today and secure your spot!
Foundations & Futures Professional Learning Program
Foundations & Futures brings together the expertise of The PEER Network and our Leading to Read Initiative. If your district is applying for a Professional Learning Grant through DESE, we can be your partner in this work!
APSRC Praxis Support Helping Teachers Achieve Licensure
APSRC is proud to offer Praxis support that is helping Arkansas teachers achieve licensure.
Gaining Ground: Lunch Keynote
Don't miss our lunch keynote, featuring a passionate story of a former student to help participants reflect upon how they go about holding all students to high expectations, and as such, the talk will share five tangible moves all teachers can and should make to turn their words of high expectations into tangible action steps.
Interested in flipping your PD with APSRC?
The APSRC Teaching & Learning team can help you flip your PD by coming to you to offer on-site math support--which means no need for travel or substitute teachers! We will bring the PD to your building and/or your classrooms during live instruction to support, model, and co-teach with your teachers.
AI for Educators: Transforming Teaching, Saving Time
AI for Educators: Transforming Teaching, Saving Time. Join Our Teaching & Learning Department for Exclusive Training on Artificial Intelligence Next Month!
Resources for New Teachers - Edutopia
APSRC is excited to highlight this valuable resource with our schools! In this article, Edutopia has provided list of cultivated resources designed to guide educators who are new to the field
Literacy and Math Support from APSRC
Looking for literacy or math support this school year? The APSRC Teaching & Learning team can offer customized support, tailored to meet the needs of your school.
NEW - AI Training for Educators
Looking to learn more about the ways your school can utilize AI to revolutionize your classroom? The APSRC Teaching & Learning team is excited to offer a NEW AI Training for Educators that can be tailored to meet the needs of your school.