The STEELS Standards were adopted by the Pennsylvania State Board of Education in July 2022 and will be a requirement for all Pennsylvania school districts for the 2025-2026 school year.
To help with the implementation process, the IU13 Teaching and Learning Collaborative has created a tool with a progression of professional learning first and then curriculum writing.
Contact Information:
Jason Zimmerman
717-947-1883
jason_zimmerman@iu13.org
Contents
STEELS Institute 2.0
We invite you to bring a district team to our multi-day STEELS Institute 2.0 focused on preparing for the STEELS implementation. The STEELS Institute 2.0 will focus on classroom examples and experiences, assessments, student sense-making, and teacher facilitation moves. Stay tuned for more details!
Exploring the 3-Dimensional Framework Behind the STEELS Standards
Join us as we dive into the dynamic world of the 3-Dimensional Framework behind the STEELS Standards. Discover how this researched approach revolutionizes science, tech & engineering, and environmental education by bringing the curriculum to life. This workshop offers valuable resources to help understand the new standards and how they lead to instructional shifts in the classroom. You'll leave with a clearer understanding of how the standards were developed and how to implement them within your grade level, course, and/or school.
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM on the following dates. Click each date to register.
September 30, 2024
T&E and Ag focus
Unlocking Wonder with Phenomena-Based Learning
Step into the world of phenomena-based learning, where curiosity becomes the driving force for meaningful education. This hands-on workshop is a journey of discovery, offering educators of all levels a chance to explore the power of natural phenomena as teaching tools. Experience engaging, inquiry-driven experiences that turn students into eager investigators. Ignite a passion for exploration in your students and take home practical tools to transform your classroom into a hub of wonder and inquiry.
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM on the following dates. Click each date to register.
Ensuring Science for All (virtual)
Join for a one-hour virtual session designed for science leaders and administrators. This session will provide a comprehensive overview of the STEELS (Science, Technology & Engineering, and Environmental Literacy & Sustainability) standards, equipping you with the knowledge and insights necessary to lead curriculum development and assessment initiatives in your schools. Discover how these standards are transforming science education and learn how to ensure access to quality science education for all students in your district.
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STEELS Forward: A Blueprint for Admin Implementation (virtual)
In this virtual workshop, administrators will gain practical insights into implementing the STEELS standards effectively. We'll showcase strategies for creating a comprehensive implementation plan integrating curriculum development, technology & engineering and environmental literacy & sustainability standards. You'll also learn how to ensure ongoing professional development opportunities for educators. Join us to lead your district in driving student engagement and achievement, equipping them for the future.
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STEELS Lesson Transformation Workgroup
Discover the art of Transformative Lesson Studies, where we will focus on the world of 3-D teaching. We will deconstruct conventional 2D lessons and rebuild them with the dynamic 3-Dimensional framework. Our interactive workshop empowers educators to craft engaging lessons encompassing all areas of STEELS. Unleash the potential for transformative learning in your classroom, fostering student engagement and preparing them for the challenges of tomorrow.
May 15, 2024, from 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM. Click here to register.
Becoming MWEE Ambassadors: Nurturing Environmental Literacy through Local Watersheds
Join us on an immersive outdoor journey to become MWEE (Meaningful Watershed Educational Experiences) Ambassadors. This workshop builds a partnership with local state parks to instill environmental literacy and sustainability standards. You'll develop a connection to your local watershed, learning its ecological importance and our human impact. By bridging the gap between the natural world and education, you'll create a new generation of environmental stewards ready to inspire change in students and the community.
Fall 2024 dates COMING SOON.
Parks & Pedagogy
Parks & Pedagogy is an outdoor workshop aimed at transforming K-12 STEELS and social studies education in Lancaster and Lebanon Counties. We will use the boundless educational potential of local state parks to empower educators in fostering environmental literacy and aligning with the new PA STEELS and PA Social Studies standards. This immersive training will provide participants in watershed education, nature studies, and indigenous history exploration.
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM on the following dates. Click each date to register.
K-5 Tech & Engineering STEELS Implementation Planning Workshop
In this workshop, we will focus on how to integrate technology and engineering into elementary education. Explore innovative ways to implement the Pennsylvania STEELS standards in regular science classes, STEM courses, and more. Collaborate with fellow educators to develop customized implementation plans. Learn practical strategies for hands-on, engaging lessons that foster curiosity and critical thinking in young learners.
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September 17, 2024
8:30 AM-3:30 PM
Secondary Tech & Engineering STEELS Implementation Planning Workshop
In this workshop, we will focus on how to integrate technology and engineering into secondary education courses and how to re-design T&E courses for the 21st century. Explore innovative ways to implement the Pennsylvania STEELS standards in regular science classes, STEM and T&E courses, and more. Collaborate with fellow educators to develop customized implementation plans. Learn practical strategies for hands-on, engaging lessons that foster curiosity and critical thinking in learners.
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM on the following dates. Click each date to register.
Assessments Beyond Recall: Unveiling 3-Dimensional Understanding
Welcome to the future of STEELS education, where traditional multiple-choice tests give way to 3-Dimensional assessments, spotlighting science and engineering practices (SEPs) and cross-cutting concepts (CCCs) alongside disciplinary core ideas (DCIs). In this transformative workshop, we'll explore innovative strategies for assessing students' conceptual understanding through real-world, authentic scenarios. Empower your students to apply their knowledge in meaningful ways, preparing them for the complexities of the real world.
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM on the following dates. Click each date to register.
OpenSciEd Training and Teacher Coaching
Teacher Training
Join us for an immersive four-day professional learning experience for middle school science educators and facilitators. You will leave with everything you need to start implementing the OpenSciEd Curriculum in your classroom and how to facilitate professional learning for other educators!
Four-day session, from 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM each day. Please note: Lunch is on your own.
July 29, 2024
July 30, 2024
July 31, 2024
August 1, 2024
Teacher Coaching
If you are interested in piloting or teaching OSE curriculum during the 2024-2025 school year and are interested in teacher coaching, please contact Jason Zimmerman (jason-Zimmerman@iu13.org) for more information.