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Teaching with Graphic Novels: From Intimidation to Immersion

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Teaching with Graphic Novels: From Intimidation to Immersion

Growing Empathy and Compassion without Burning Out: For Ourselves and Our Students

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Growing Empathy and Compassion without Burning Out: For Ourselves and Our Students

Ornitherapy and the Wellness Benefits of Nature

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Ornitherapy and the Wellness Benefits of Nature

Understanding Social and Emotional Learning

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Understanding Social and Emotional Learning

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Summer 2026 Live Courses

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Flip Your Classroom: Reach Every Student in Every Class Every Day - Book Study

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Flip Your Classroom: Reach Every Student in Every Class Every Day - Book Study

LIVE: 7/28/2026
6 hours

LIVE Discussion Session: July 28, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Course Description: You may have heard of “flipping,” but what does it look like? Two educators describe the advantages and potential pitfalls of moving traditional lectures to homework while using in-person class time for engagement and inquiry. Even if you do not plan to flip, there are good takeaways for better use of our face time with students. Be sure to scan the QR codes for sample videos of flipped lessons in action.

Presenter: Mike Bogdan, MA, NBCT

Learning Hours: Members who complete this book study course receive 6 hours of Act 48 and/or a certificate that may apply for Chapter 14 hours. Your employer has sole discretion to determine if this course qualifies for Chapter 14 hours.

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Keeping Education Human: Guidance for AI Use from The PSEA AI Task Force Impact Report

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Keeping Education Human: Guidance for AI Use from The PSEA AI Task Force Impact Report

LIVE: 07/29/26
1.5 hours

LIVE Session: July 29, 2026 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM

Course Description: Artificial Intelligence is reshaping the educational landscape at an unprecedented pace. In response, PSEA’s Artificial Intelligence Task Force developed a thorough and valuable set of recommendations to ensure educators—not algorithms—remain at the center of teaching and learning. This interactive session will provide an overview of the Task Force’s 2025 Impact Report, including best practices for: (a) Student-facing AI use; (b) Teacher-facing AI use; (c) Legislative considerations; (d) Guidance for crafting local AI policies rooted in professional judgement and ethical responsibility. Participants will explore AI’s implications for pedagogy, privacy, and academic integrity while engaging in reflection around AI literacy, equity, and professional learning. Designed for educators across roles and regions, this session empowers educators to protect what matters most: the human connection at the heart of education.

Presenter: Dr. Chris M. Clayton Sr., NBCT, PhD

Learning Hours: Members who complete this course receive 1.5 hours of Act 48 and/or a certificate that may apply for Chapter 14 hours. Your employer has sole discretion to determine if this course qualifies for Chapter 14 hours.

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Your AI Assistant: Using AI in Planning & Preparation

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Your AI Assistant: Using AI in Planning & Preparation

LIVE: ~~07/16/26~~
1.5 hours

LIVE Session: ~~July 16, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM~~

Course Description: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not only a tool for students but can offer educators assistance in their instructional planning. In this hands-on, interactive session, you will explore ways to use your AI of choice, so that you have more time to refine your plans and be the best teacher you can be. With a few targeted AI prompts, you can have your AI assistant search the web for lesson plan ideas, report back on the latest evidence-based strategies to address students’ individual needs, suggest customized assessment items that align to state standards and assessment benchmarks, and more. Come to this session ready to try it out using your preferred AI platform.

Presenter: Dr. Gina L. Gullo, Ed.D., M.Ed.

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Elementary Behavior Reboot: From Chaos to Calm

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Elementary Behavior Reboot: From Chaos to Calm

LIVE: 06/25/26
1.5 hours

LIVE Session: June 25, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM

Course Description: Teachers and paraprofessionals in grades K-5: this course is for you! In this session, you will learn seven essential, research-backed strategies for addressing and preventing challenging behaviors in your elementary classroom. This hands-on session will equip you with the practical tools to proactively manage behavior and implement effective, tiered interventions right away. This session is based on and supported by Teacher-Delivered Behavioral Interventions in Grades K-5: A Practice Guide.

Presenter: Dr. Gina L. Gullo, Ed.D., M.Ed.

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Tools, Strategies, & Resources to Help New and Early Career Educators

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Tools, Strategies, & Resources to Help New and Early Career Educators

LIVE: 08/06/26
1.5 hours

LIVE Session: August 6, 2026 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM

Course Description: Your first few years of teaching will test you more intensely than just about anything you’ve done up to now. It will be exhausting, super stressful, and make you question your skill, talent, and decision to become an educator. It can also be so rewarding and will leave you better and stronger than you are today. Advice is available everywhere you look—some good, some bad; it’s easy to get overwhelmed by the sheer volume of it all. So, join us for this webinar and let PSEA help you with a focused array of articles, videos, and other resources that are chock-full of tips and advice for early career educators.

Presenter: Dr. Chris M. Clayton Sr., NBCT, PhD

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Personal Finance: In the Books! (A Picture Book Study)

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Personal Finance: In the Books! (A Picture Book Study)

LIVE: 08/12/26
4 Hours

Course Description:

The 2026-27 school year brings new Personal Finance academic standards and a Personal Financial Literacy course requirement for all high school students. Join fellow PSEA members as you read and engage with your choice of picture books related to four (4) themes aligned with the new standards: Personal finance fundamentals; income & earning; saving, investing & spending; and risk, insurance, & credit. Teachers and school librarians will benefit from this exploration and discussion of how personal finance picture books can be used with students across all grade levels as introductions and prompts for rich discussions about real-world financial literacy.

Learning Hours: Those who read one of the book options for each social and emotional learning competency, complete the guided reflection and planning guides for each competency/book, and respond to and reply to all Discussion Forums will receive a total of 4 hours of Act 48 or a certificate of completion. This includes 60 minutes to read (15 minutes per book), 80 minutes for asynchronous book exploration activities (20 minutes per book), 40 minutes to complete the Reflection Guide, and 1 hour for participation in the live discussion session

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Understanding & Engaging Neurodiverse Learners

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Understanding & Engaging Neurodiverse Learners

LIVE: 06/23/26
1.5 hours

LIVE Session: June 23, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM

Course Description: No two students are alike. By designing classrooms for students with a variety of learning needs, we can create an instructional environment where all students can achieve and feel welcome and included as an active part of the learning community. In this session, we will collaborate to identify high-leverage practices for communication, instruction, and behavior that have universal application for neurodivergent learners.

Presenter: Pamela Watts, MA

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Education in a TikTok World: Social Media, Youth Mental Health, and Academic Success

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Education in a TikTok World: Social Media, Youth Mental Health, and Academic Success

LIVE: 06/30/26
1.5 hours

LIVE Session: June 30, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM

Course Description: This session equips educators and support professionals with a better understanding of the evolving role of social media in students’ lives. Participants will explore both the positive and negative effects of social media on youth mental health, academic performance, and future aspirations. The session will examine how online platforms influence self-esteem, attention, peer relationships, and emotional well-being. Interactive discussions will focus on digital role modeling, current social media trends, and how to encourage healthy, balanced online habits in and out of the classroom.

Presenter: Mike Bogdan, MA, NBCT

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The Proactive Classroom: Integrating Effective Research-Based Proactive Classroom Management & Social Emotional Learning with the S.E.R.V.E Model

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The Proactive Classroom: Integrating Effective Research-Based Proactive Classroom Management & Social Emotional Learning with the S.E.R.V.E Model

~~LIVE: 07/08/26~~
1.5 hours

~~LIVE Session: July 8, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM~~

Course Description: Master the art of a well-run classroom by blending evidence-based management procedures with integrated SEL strategies to unlock the synergy between proactive classroom management structures and strategies and student well-being. Drawing on leading experts in both fields, this highly interactive session bridges foundational classroom management with proactive Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) strategies in the S.E.R.V.E framework . Participants will walk away with a customized plan and a wealth of resources to transform their practice and classroom into a highly effective, emotionally supportive learning environment.

Presenter: Dr. Chris M. Clayton Sr., NBCT, PhD

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Understanding Poverty and Homelessness: Supporting Students in the School Environment

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Understanding Poverty and Homelessness: Supporting Students in the School Environment

LIVE: ~~07/14/26~~
1.5 hours

LIVE Session: ~~July 14, 2026 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM~~

Course Description: This professional development session explores the impact of poverty and homelessness on the students we serve. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of how these experiences affect learning, behavior, and engagement in school. The session will also highlight research-based strategies educators can use to create supportive, responsive classroom environments that meet the needs of at-risk learners and remove barriers to success.

Presenter: Pamela Watts, MA

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Doing Special Education Right (and Still Having a Life)

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Doing Special Education Right (and Still Having a Life)

LIVE: 08/04/26
1.5 hours

LIVE Session: August 4, 2026 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM

Course Description: Designed for both special and general education teachers, this session focuses on realistic ways to survive special education paperwork and timelines without burnout. Learn how to navigate IEPs, progress monitoring, and documentation with clarity, purpose, and fidelity, turning paperwork into a useful tool rather than a constant stressor. Participants will gain practical strategies to streamline tasks, avoid common compliance pitfalls, and focus on what truly impacts student outcomes. We’ll also connect strong documentation to effective instruction and explore manageable ways to implement accommodations in everyday classwork without adding unnecessary workload.

Presenter: Pamela Watts, MA

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Back to School Open Chat: Fall 2026

LIVE: 08/13/26
1 hour

LIVE Session: August 13, 2026 from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Course Description: Get ready for an interactive and engaging conversation designed specifically for K-12 school educators and support professionals. Instead of a formal presentation, this session offers a collaborative space to share ideas, ask questions, and discuss challenges as we prepare for a new school year. Whether you're looking for classroom management tips, engagement strategies, instructional resources, or simply support from fellow school staff, this open chat is the perfect place to swap insights, troubleshoot common challenges, and gain fresh inspiration. The session facilitator will guide the conversation and form small groups based on the needs and interests of those in attendance. Let’s start the year stronger together!

Presenter: Mike Bogdan, MA, NBCT

Learning Hours: Members who complete this course receive 1 hour of Act 48 and/or a certificate that may apply for Chapter 14 hours. Your employer has sole discretion to determine if this course qualifies for Chapter 14 hours.

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