The Professional Learning & Instructional Support Division provides leadership, service, and support to school districts through professional learning opportunities in the areas of: curriculum/instruction development, college and career technical education skills, and district/school improvement services. Professional Learning IS Division (PLISD) conducts seminars, conferences, and workshops for K-12 teachers, administrators, and parents, and supports the development of student success by building capacity through innovative high-quality instruction.
ASAPconnect
ASAPconnect provides professional development to out-of-school-time trainers, mentors, coaches, and consultants. ASAPconnect links after school programs with assistance providers to ensure high-quality services to needy youth.
Educator Preparation Programs
Educator Preparation Programs (EPP) offers a total of seven credentialing programs through EPIC and LEAP approved by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC):
Education Preparation for Inclusive Classrooms (EPIC):
- Preliminary Education Specialist Credential:
- Early Childhood Special Education
- Moderate/Severe
- Clear Education Specialist Induction Program:
- Early Childhood Special Education
- Moderate/Severe
- Mild/Moderate
- Leaders in Educational Administration Program (LEAP):
- Preliminary Administrative Service Credential (PASC)
- Clear Administrative Service Credential (CASC)
Foster & Homeless Youth Services
Foster & Homeless Youth Services provides many services designed to assist children and youth in both foster care and homeless situations.
Integrated STEAM (iSTEAM)
Integrated STEAM (iSTEAM) provides high-quality professional development services to improve teaching and learning in the following content areas:
School Climate, Leadership & Instructional Services
School Climate, Leadership & Instructional Services department supports language and literacy development, student and parent empowerment, and social-emotional learning (SEL) through professional development, communities of practice, and technical assistance in these content areas:
Youth Health & Wellness
The Department of Youth Health & Wellness is dedicated to supporting the holistic health and well-being of all students. We provide technical assistance, education, and direct health and wellness services that:
- meet students and families where they are;
- promote partnership and collaboration between families, schools, and the community;
- increase awareness of factors that contribute to health and wellness; and
- affirm student, family, and community strengths to nurture growth,
so that students are able to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
