Strategic Planning
2021-10-19 08:00 - 16:00 (America/Phoenix) | START @ West-MEC, 5405 N 99th Ave, Glendale, AZ, 85305, United States
This course is designed to help participants develop a strategic/tactical plan for their CTE program. Participants will learn the strategic planning process and apply that knowledge to the development of a plan for their program.
NOTE: There is homework associated with this class to earn 1 ADE credit (15 hours).

Professional Skills
2021-10-21 08:00 - 15:30 | Online via Zoom
Arizona business and industry partners identify these 9 Professional Skills as essential traits of ideal employee. It is crucial that students leave our programs with Professional Skills if they are to be truly ready for the jobs of the 21st century. Come and explore some of the best practices in embedding Professional Skills into your CTE program. Utilize modeling, lessons, CTSOs, Work-based learning, classroom and laboratory procedures and more to ensure that your students leave your program as young professionals.

Grading and Assessment
2021-10-21 08:00 - 17:00 | Online via Zoom

Work-Based Learning
2021-10-23 08:00 - 16:00 | Online via Zoom
Create meaningful work-based learning experiences for your students. This course will provide teachers with a variety of models of work-based learning along with the associated forms, agreements, and guidelines. You will select the model that is most appropriate for your situation and create a plan to implement work-based learning as a part of your premier program!
This is an ADE-approved Professional Development event. Upon the successful completion of the class – which includes submission of all homework – participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.

CTE Essentials
2021-10-25 08:00 - 16:00 | START @ West-MEC, 5405 N 99th Ave, Glendale, AZ, 85305, United States
The CTE Delivery Model is THE premier educational system for all students.
CTE essentials will give you an overview of each of the four components of this outstanding model, and allow you time to process how you can incorporate each element into all of your instructional units as you plan your program’s calendar. It will also provide some insight into the many roles a CTE teacher plays in the course of any school day, where to find support to meet those expectations, and how to transition between each of them. CTE Essentials is truly a must have course for the teacher who is looking to build a strong program for students.
NOTE: There is homework associated with this class to earn 1 ADE credit (15 hours).

Technical Reading & Performance Literacy
2021-10-26 08:00 - 15:30, 2021-11-16 08:00 - 15:30 | Online via Zoom
What do you guess is the number 1 desirable skill that the Arizona workforce is looking for in a new employee? Communication skills! This 2-day class will teach you strategies to use with your students that integrate reading, writing, and speaking opportunities into your program.
Day-one focuses on literacy, and closely examines the Career and College Readiness Standards (CCRS) Reading Standards. You will determine where they are relevant in your curriculum, examine vocabulary strategies, learn about fluency and Lexile scores, and participate in a close reading lesson.
Day-two focuses on CCRS Writing and Speaking Standards to determine what 11th and 12th grade students have to do utilizing writing and speaking that will make them more employable and career-ready. Also, you will discover how CTSOs can support this and where in your curriculum you can embed writing and speaking in order to give your students more practice in those skills.

Serving Exceptional Students In CTE
2021-10-28 08:00 - 16:00 | START @ West-MEC, 5405 N 99th Ave, Glendale, AZ, 85305, United States
This class will be held IN PERSON on Oct 28 from 8:00 am – 4:00 pm at West-MEC Corporate Offices. 5487 N 99th Ave, Glendale AZ 85305.
This course is designed to provide CTE educators and other interested parties with a broad understanding of special education. During the course of this interactive workshop we will cover a range of topics including special education law, modifications, accommodations, interventions, supports, the special education process, the Response to Intervention process and more.
Our goal is that you acquire with the tools you need to serve exceptional students enrolled in CTE courses more effectively.
NOTE: There is homework associated with this class to earn 1 ADE credit (15 CEU hours).

Work-Based Learning
2021-10-30 08:00 - 15:30 | Online via Zoom
This course satisfies the ADE requirement for the Cooperative Education Endorsement. Create meaningful work-based learning experiences for your students! This course will provide teachers with a variety of models that provide academic and professional growth opportunities for students. You will review workplace employability skills, youth labor laws and the associated forms, agreements, and guidelines that must be taken into consideration. After selecting the model that is most appropriate for your situation, you will develop a plan to implement this critical CTE component into your curriculum.

Using Rubrics to Increase Student Success
2021-11-05 08:00 - 15:30 | Online via Zoom
CTE courses are performance-based. When teachers let students know exactly how their work will be evaluated, the students’ level of performance always improves. Come and participate in a hands-on activity that uses a rubric, determine where the rubric made a positive difference in your performance, and then design a rubric for one of your own student projects with guided support and feedback. Bring the assignment for one of your student projects and your current grading criteria for that project with you to help get this practical day started.

Premier Series: Classroom Management
2021-11-16 08:00 - 16:00 | Chandler Unified High School District / Instructional Resource Center, 500 W. Galveston Street, Chandler, AZ, 85225, United States
In this course, teachers will enhance classroom management skills by developing procedures and routines that are perfect for YOUR situation. In this course, we will take a deep look at the philosophy of “Discipline with Dignity” and develop classroom rules and consequences. Participants will be empowered to create an atmosphere which is conducive to learning and high expectations. All of this is based on the belief that excellent classroom management is built on the foundation of well-planned, relevant, and engaging lessons.
This is an ADE-approved Professional Development event. Upon the successful completion of the class – which includes submission of all homework – participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.
Location:
Chandler Unified High School District
Instructional Resource Center
500 W. Galveston Street
Chandler, AZ 85225
Cost: $100.00 – Includes all materials.
Link: https://login.acteaz.org/registrations/conference/2021-classroom-mgmt-4
Date: November 16, 2021
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Using Advisory Councils Effectively
2021-11-30 08:00 - 15:30 | Online via Zoom
An energetic and involved advisory council can have a significant impact in helping your program and students achieve their goals! This interactive course is designed to ensure success in the formation and use of industry advisory councils. During this course you will learn how to form a committee, conduct useful advisory council meetings and use advisory council members for continuous program improvement.

Effective Classroom Teaching
2021-12-02 08:00 - 15:30 | Online via Zoom
Would you like to improve your classroom delivery? This course will focus on the six basic components of a lesson and how to effectively deliver the lesson. During the class a demonstration lesson will be taught by the participant and observed by a coach. The coach will guide the teacher by debriefing the lesson and assisting the teacher in setting future goals. Each participant will have planning time, teach a lesson and have the opportunity to be coached. Join us for a safe place to hone your skills.

Premier Series: Classroom Management
2021-12-03 08:00 - 16:00 | Mountain Institute CTED, 220 Ruger Road, Prescott, 86301
In this course, teachers will enhance classroom management skills by developing procedures and routines that are perfect for YOUR situation. In this course, we will take a deep look at the philosophy of “Discipline with Dignity” and develop classroom rules and consequences. Participants will be empowered to create an atmosphere which is conducive to learning and high expectations. All of this is based on the belief that excellent classroom management is built on the foundation of well-planned, relevant, and engaging lessons.
This is an ADE-approved Professional Development event. Upon the successful completion of the class – which includes submission of all homework – participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.
Location:
Mountain Institute CTED
220 Ruger Road
Prescott, Arizona 86301
Cost: $100.00 – Includes all materials.
Link: https://login.acteaz.org/registrations/conference/2021-classroom-mgmt-5
Date: December 3, 2021
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Lesson Plan Writing
2021-12-07 08:00 - 15:30 | Online via Zoom
Wouldn’t you love to learn to write lessons that allow you to walk into your classroom each day feeling fully prepared? This is a productive and hands-on course that will help you achieve that goal. Each teacher will review the components of an AZ CTE Curriculum Consortium lesson, complete a task analysis for one or more learning objectives, establish the measurement criteria, determine the number of lessons to be written for the unit of instruction and develop the first lesson in the unit. Participants will also engage in a conversation about the effective use of PowerPoint presentations for instruction and review copyright and fair use guidelines.

CTSO New Advisor Training
2021-12-11 08:00 - 15:30 | Live/Face-to-face instruction, 3300 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ, AZ 85012, United States
Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSO) will take your CTE Program to the next level! This course is designed for first, second and Third year advisors who want to effectively manage a CTSO. During this course advisors will discuss how to seamlessly integrate a CTSO into their curriculum, brainstorm fundraising opportunities, share strategies for conducting awards recognition functions and explore related legal and ethical considerations. Advisors will also be acquainted with CTSO resources available to them. Come and learn about the CTSO that YOU will be advising!
Participants who participate in the course and who complete the follow-up assignments will have the opportunity to earn 15 CEU hours approved by ADE to be used for moving from provisional to standard CTE certificate or for recertification hours.

CTE Essentials
2022-01-11 08:00 - 16:00 | West-MEC, 5405 N. 99th Avenue, Glendale, AZ, 85305, United States
The CTE Delivery Model is THE premier educational system for all students.
CTE essentials will give you an overview of each of the four components of this outstanding model, and allow you time to process how you can incorporate each element into all of your instructional units as you plan your program’s calendar. It will also provide some insight into the many roles a CTE teacher plays in the course of any school day, where to find support to meet those expectations, and how to transition between each of them. CTE Essentials is truly a must have course for the teacher who is looking to build a strong program for students.
NOTE: There is homework associated with this class to earn 1 ADE credit (15 hours).
Location:
West-MEC
5405 N 99th Ave.
Glendale, AZ 85305
Cost: $25
Link: https://pdcircle.west-mec.org/course/view/88
Date: January 11, 2022
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Advanced Methods of CTE
2022-01-13 08:00 - 16:00 | West-MEC, 5405 N. 99th Avenue, Glendale, AZ, 85305, United States
Prerequisite: Completion of Instructional Best Practices Day 1 and Day 2
This Course will support teachers’ continuing development as outstanding teachers for CTE programs by examining their personal educational philosophy, instructional design, and methodology. Three major components comprise the course:

Examining Beliefs About Learning – developing your own personal philosophy about learning
Motivating Adolescent Learners – identify characteristics of adolescents and design a classroom that is especially effective for high school students
Engagement – active participation strategies to use every day in your classroom: instruction models, active participation strategies, and major components that are especially effective with adolescents.

NOTE: There is homework associated with this class to earn 1 ADE credit (15 hours).
Location:
West-MEC
5405 N 99th Ave.
Glendale, AZ 85305
Cost: $25
Link: https://pdcircle.west-mec.org/course/view/98
Date: January 13, 2022
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Technical Reading & Performance Literacy
2022-01-19 08:00 - 15:30 | Online via Zoom
What do you guess is the number 1 desirable skill that the Arizona workforce is looking for in a new employee? Communication skills! This 2-day Class will teach you strategies that integrate reading, writing, and speaking opportunities into your program. Day-one focuses on literacy, and closely examines the Career and College Readiness Standards (CCRS) Reading Standards. You will determine where they are relevant in your curriculum, examine vocabulary strategies, learn about fluency and Lexile scores, and participate in a close reading lesson. Day-two focuses on CCRS Writing and Speaking Standards to determine where they naturally fit into your curriculum. Also, you will discover how CTSOs support these standards and provide a perfect opportunity to practice these skills.
There will be no homework for this two-day course.
Location:
Zoom – Upon registration, you will receive an email with the link to join the Zoom meeting.
Link: https://infohub.pimajted.org/events/137
Date: January 19 & February 1, 2022
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Technical Skills Assessment
2022-01-20 08:00 - 15:30 | Online via Zoom
Student Success on the Technical Skills Assessment Matters! Your school earns A-F points for students who complete a CTE program and pass the TSA. Our State Legislature now looks to TSA scores to determine if CTE programs should be funded. Successfully passing the TSA builds student’s confidence to enter their chosen profession. Having students successfully pass the TSA will make you a rock star in the eyes of administrators and business partners! Teachers work with peers in same CTE Program area to create all of the materials needed for a fun, intense, competitive 8-15-day test preparation experience to help boost scores on the TSA significantly! We hope to see an increase in test scores of 15-30 percentage points as a result of designing a dynamic, competitive, fun experience for students as they prep for the TSA.
There will be homework for this class.
Location:
Zoom – Upon registration, you will receive an email with the link to join the Zoom meeting.
Link: https://infohub.pimajted.org/events/138
Date: January 20, 2022
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Instructional Best Practices Day 1
2022-01-25 08:00 - 16:00 | West-MEC, 5405 N. 99th Avenue, Glendale, AZ, 85305, United States
This 2-day course is an introduction to the design and use of CTE curriculum. You will outline the 6 parts to a CTED lesson, focusing on the design and delivery of relevant and engaging lessons. Special emphasis is placed on writing clear, aligned and measureable objective(s), a variety of methods for structuring learning to meet objective(s), incorporation of active participation strategies, developing a strong introduction to each lesson, and closure to assess learning. On day two, learn how to design bellwork, an introduction for both the class and the lab and a closure for both the class and the lab. These strategies will be woven and modeled throughout the entire course. This course is excellent for every teacher! Ace your next evaluation!
The third class in this series is Classroom Management and is also open for registration.
All participants who complete the class and whose district is a member of the Curriculum Consortium will receive password-protected access to the AZ CTE Curriculum Consortium Connection with its bank of outstanding lesson plans and/or other valuable resources for CTE programs written by Arizona CTE teachers.
There is no homework for this class. You will only receive 1 ADE Credit once you attend all 15 hours of class.
Location:
West-MEC
5405 N 99th Ave.
Glendale, AZ 85305
Cost: $25
Link: https://pdcircle.west-mec.org/course/view/89
Date: January 25, 2022
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Instructional Best Practices
2022-01-28 - 2022-01-29 | Pima JTED @ Master Pieces, 2855 W. Master Pieces Dr., Tucson, AZ, 85741, United States
In this highly engaging course teachers will focus on the design and delivery of relevant and engaging lessons. Special emphasis is placed on writing clear, aligned and measureable objective(s), a variety of methods for structuring learning to meet objective(s), incorporation of active participation strategies, developing a strong introduction to each lesson, and closure to assess learning. These strategies will be woven and modeled throughout the entire course. All participants who are employed by members of AZ CTE Curriculum Consortium and who complete both days of this training will receive password-protected access to the CET Curriculum Connection with its bank of outstanding lesson plans and/or other valuable resources for CTE programs written by Arizona CTE teachers. This course is excellent for every teacher! Ace your next evaluation!
There is no homework for this class. You will only receive 1 ADE Credit once you attend all 15 hours of class.
Location:
Pima JTED @ Master Pieces
2855 W. Master Pieces Dr.
Building 1 / PD Classroom
Tucson, AZ 85741
Link: https://infohub.pimajted.org/events/139
Date: January 28-29, 2022
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. both days

Serving Exceptional Students In CTE
2022-01-28 08:00 - 16:00 | Mountain Institute CTED, 220 Ruger Road, Prescott, 86301
This course is designed to provide CTE educators and other interested parties with a broad understanding of special education. During the course of this interactive workshop we will cover a range of topics including special education law, modifications, accommodations, interventions, supports, the special education process, the Response to Intervention process and more.
Our goal is that you acquire with the tools you need to serve exceptional students enrolled in CTE courses more effectively.
Location:
Mountain Institute CTED
220 Ruger Road
Prescott, Arizona 86301
Cost: $100 (includes all materials)
Link: https://login.acteaz.org/registrations/conference/2022-ses-cte-1

Technical Skills Assessment
2022-02-04 08:00 - 15:30 | Pima JTED @ Master Pieces, 2855 W. Master Pieces Dr., Tucson, AZ, 85741, United States
Student Success on the Technical Skills Assessment Matters! Your school earns A-F points for students who complete a CTE program and pass the TSA. Our State Legislature now looks to TSA scores to determine if CTE programs should be funded. Successfully passing the TSA builds student’s confidence to enter their chosen profession. Having students successfully pass the TSA will make you a rock star in the eyes of administrators and business partners! Teachers work with peers in same CTE Program area to create all of the materials needed for a fun, intense, competitive 8-15-day test preparation experience to help boost scores on the TSA significantly! We hope to see an increase in test scores of 15-30 percentage points as a result of designing a dynamic, competitive, fun experience for students as they prep for the TSA.
There will be homework for this class.
Location:
Pima JTED @ Master Pieces
2855 W. Master Pieces Dr.
Building 1 / PD Classroom
Tucson, AZ 85741
Link: https://infohub.pimajted.org/events/140
Date: February 4, 2022
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Effective Demonstrations
2022-02-10 08:00 - 16:00 | West-MEC, 5405 N. 99th Avenue, Glendale, AZ, 85305, United States
Please bring your laptop to this class. (tablet or phone could work)
Whether in a welding lab or a bioscience lab, effective demonstrations are crucial. In this course, teachers will engage in the four-step demonstration method, which gradually transitions the learning of a new skill from teacher to student, through effective modeling, guided instruction and independent practice. If done correctly every student can successfully perform the new skill with little or no frustration, without wasted materials, and attain proficiency in a way that will ensure the whole class progresses at an appropriate pace. An added bonus is that students complete the new skill in a safe and supportive environment. Come and learn this four-part demonstration method!
NOTE: There is homework associated with this class to earn 1 ADE credit (15 hours).
Location:
West-MEC
5405 N 99th Ave.
Glendale, AZ 85305
Cost: $25
Link: https://pdcircle.west-mec.org/course/view/90
Date: February 10, 2022
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Classroom Management
2022-02-11 - 2022-02-12 | Pima JTED @ Master Pieces, 2855 W. Master Pieces Dr., Tucson, AZ, 85741, United States
In this course teachers will enhance classroom management skills by developing rules, procedures and routines that are aligned to their content and environment. We will consider the philosophy of “Discipline with Dignity” to ensure that you possess discipline strategies that are highly effective without escalating disruptive student behavior. Participants will evaluate how a course syllabus serves as a powerful communication tool between teacher and students and will leave with a draft that defines your procedures, routines, classroom rules and consequences
There is no homework for this class. You will receive 1 ADE Credit once you attend both days of class.
Location:
Pima JTED @ Master Pieces
2855 W. Master Pieces Dr.
Building 1 / PD Classroom
Tucson, AZ 85741
Link: https://infohub.pimajted.org/events/143
Date: February 11-12, 2022
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. both days

Grading and Assessment
2022-02-12 08:00 - 15:30 | Online via Zoom
How should students in CTE be assessed? How do we set up a fair grading system for both teachers and students? This course is designed to look at the wide variety of options that address both of these questions so that you can establish your own philosophy for grading, and identify fair and appropriate methods to assess student learning and progress in your program. Participants will engage with a variety of formative and summative assessment techniques and create a performance rubric aligned to program standards.
Location:
Zoom – Upon registration, you will receive an email with the link to join the Zoom meeting.
Link: https://infohub.pimajted.org/events/149
Date: February 12, 2022
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Instructional Best Practices Day 2
2022-02-15 08:00 - 16:00 | West-MEC, 5405 N. 99th Avenue, Glendale, AZ, 85305, United States
This 2-day course is an introduction to the design and use of CTE curriculum. You will outline the 6 parts of a CTED lesson, focusing on the design and delivery of relevant and engaging lessons. Special emphasis is placed on writing clear, aligned, and measurable objective(s), a variety of methods for structuring learning to meet the objective(s), incorporation of active participation strategies, developing a strong introduction to each lesson, and closure to assess learning. On day two, learn how to design bellwork, an introduction for both the class and the lab, and closure for both the class and the lab. These strategies will be woven and modeled throughout the entire course. This course is excellent for every teacher! Ace your next evaluation!
The third class in this series is Classroom Management and is also open for registration.
All participants who complete the class and whose district is a member of the Curriculum Consortium will receive password-protected access to the AZ CTE Curriculum Consortium Connection with its bank of outstanding lesson plans and/or other valuable resources for CTE programs written by Arizona CTE teachers.
There is no homework for this class. You will receive 1 ADE Credit for attending both Day 1 & Day 2.
Location:
West-MEC
5405 N 99th Ave.
Glendale, AZ 85305
Cost: $25
Link: https://pdcircle.west-mec.org/course/view/91
Date: February 15, 2022
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Effective Classroom Teaching
2022-02-18 - 2022-02-19 | Online via Zoom
Would you like to improve your classroom delivery? This course will focus on the six basic components of a lesson and how to effectively deliver the lesson. During the class a demonstration lesson will be taught by the participant and observed by a coach. The coach will guide the teacher by debriefing the lesson and assisting the teacher in setting future goals. Each participant will have planning time, teach a lesson and have the opportunity to be coached. Join us for a safe place to hone your skills.
You will receive 1 ADE credit after attending both days of class.
Location:
Zoom – Upon registration, you will receive an email with the link to join the Zoom meeting.
Link: https://infohub.pimajted.org/events/154
Date: February 18-19, 2022
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Technical Skills Assessment
2022-02-19 08:00 - 16:00 | River Valley High School, 2250 Laguna Rd., Mohave Valley, AZ, 86440, United States
Student Success on the Technical Skills Assessment Matters! Your school earns A-F points for students who complete a CTE program and pass the TSA. Our State Legislature now looks to TSA scores to determine if CTE programs should be funded. Successfully passing the TSA builds student’s confidence to enter their chosen profession. Having students successfully pass the TSA will make you a rock star in the eyes of administrators and business partners! Teachers work with peers in same CTE Program area to create all of the materials needed for a fun, intense, competitive 8-15-day test preparation experience to help boost scores on the TSA significantly! We hope to see an increase in test scores of 15-30 percentage points as a result of designing a dynamic, competitive, fun experience for students as they prep for the TSA.
This is an ADE approved Professional Development course. Upon completion, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 PD clock hours, which equates to 1 semester hour of coursework. Each one-day course has homework that must be submitted in order to receive the credit.
