9-12 District PD Information

AI in High School Education, led by ISTE trainers, is a professional learning session designed specifically for grades 9–12 teachers to explore how artificial intelligence can support rigorous instruction, student engagement, and future-ready learning in high school classrooms. Participants will examine practical AI applications for lesson design, critical thinking, student creativity, assessment support, and academic integrity. The session will also address ethical use, responsible implementation, and the importance of maintaining teacher judgment and student ownership of learning. By the end of the session, high school educators will leave with strategies and resources to integrate AI thoughtfully, safely, and effectively into secondary instruction.

AI Prompting and MagicSchool AI, led by EdFarm, is an engaging, hands-on professional learning session designed to help educators harness the power of artificial intelligence to enhance teaching and learning. Participants will explore the fundamentals of effective AI prompting and learn how to create clear, strategic prompts that generate meaningful instructional support, lesson ideas, differentiated activities, assessments, and communication tools. The session will also provide guided exploration of MagicSchool AI, highlighting practical classroom applications that save time, streamline instructional planning, and support student engagement. Whether educators are new to AI or already exploring its possibilities, this session offers practical strategies and real-world examples that can be immediately implemented in the classroom. Participants will gain a stronger understanding of responsible and ethical AI use while building confidence in using AI as a tool to support, not replace, effective teaching practices. By the end of the session, educators will leave empowered with new skills, resources, and ideas to integrate AI thoughtfully and effectively into their daily workflow.

Schoology GEMS is a hands-on, interactive professional learning experience designed to help educators unlock the hidden power of Schoology and transform their digital classrooms one gem at a time. Whether you are a novice user just getting started or an advanced user looking to refine and elevate your course design, this session will provide practical strategies to personalize learning, streamline navigation, improve communication, and increase student engagement. Participants will discover simple yet powerful features that help students stay organized, connected, and successful while creating a more efficient and engaging learning environment for teachers. Each "Gem" is easy to implement, classroom-ready, and intentionally designed to make your Schoology course more polished, interactive, and impactful. Through guided exploration and hands-on practice, educators will leave with actionable ideas and tools they can immediately apply to their courses. By the end of the session, participants will feel more confident using Schoology to create organized, student-centered digital learning experiences that truly shine.