2026-27 BAISD Professional Development

Audience: Teachers, Leaders, Special Education, General Education, Health, School Counselors

This training equips educators with the knowledge and tools to stay ahead of emerging drug trends affecting youth.

Participants will explore the latest substances, concealment methods, and patterns of use, as well as evidence-based prevention strategies.

Through interactive discussions and real-world scenarios, educators will learn how to foster open conversations with students, recognize early warning signs, and collaborate with community resources to support prevention efforts.

This session empowers educators to create safer, healthier learning environments while adapting to the ever-changing landscape of substance use.

Date: March 23, 2027
Time: 8:30 am - 3:00 pm
No Cost - Sub reimbursement and SCECHs are available.
Lunch will be provided

Event Questions: Barry Schmidt

The M3 workshop series includes 6 core training topics and will provide teachers with highly actionable professional development and coaching. They will learn to transition from a “one-size-fits-all” instructional model to a hands-on workshop model that effectively integrates critical math standards and practices. 

Math Workshop NOT One Size Fits All - AUDIENCE: Grades: K- 5th
Do you often feel like “One size fits nobody” when it comes to math instruction for your class? Math Workshop will provide more time for students to have appropriate instructional math within your math instruction.

From small group instruction, games, technology and more you will transform your classroom with a balanced, student-centered approach to learning.

In this workshop, you will learn:
• Develop a successful system to run a Math Workshop in your classroom tomorrow
• Use your math series within Math Workshop by backward designing lessons to meet the needs of all students
• Differentiate math instruction within your guided math group and for students’ independent practice
• To develop routines and a culture for students to guide their learning using hands-on manipulatives and game-based learning

Date & Time: March 23, 2027 ~  8:30 am - 3:00 pm
Cost:  $25 per session for BAISD districts
          $50 per session for outside districts

Event Questions: Megan Coonan   [email protected]