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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260915T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260915T153000
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UID:27506-1789459200-1789486200@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Instructional Best Practices
DESCRIPTION:Level 1\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers\nOption B approved course \nThis course consists of TWO 8-hour classes. You must attend BOTH classes to receive credit.\nCourse 1: 9/15/26\nCourse 2: 9/16/26 \nNOTE: Registration for this course will close September 8th\, 2026.\nRegistration:\nIf you need a Frontline Account visit: pimajted.org/professional-development-frontline-accounts/\nIf you already have a Frontline Account register by going to: app.frontlineeducation.com/select/ \nThis course is an introduction to the design and use of the CTE curriculum. In this highly engaging course\, teachers will focus on the design and delivery of relevant and engaging lessons. Special emphasis is placed on active participation strategies\, a strong introduction to each lesson\, clear and appropriate objective(s)\, a variety of ways to meet the objective(s)\, and closure to assess learning. These strategies will be woven across the entire workshop. All participants whose districts are members of the AZ CTE Curriculum Consortium and who complete both days of this workshop will receive password-protected access to the Curriculum Connection with its 3500+ bank of outstanding lesson plans for more than 35 CTE programs written by Arizona CTE teachers. This course is excellent for every teacher. Ace your next evaluation!
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/instructional-best-practices-09-15-16-26/
LOCATION:Butterfield Corporate Plaza\, 3700 E. Columbia Street\, Suite 100\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85714\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Best Practices
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260926T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260926T153000
DTSTAMP:20260803T234517Z
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UID:27509-1790409600-1790436600@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Serving Exceptional Students in CTE
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: Registration for this course will close September 18th\, 2026. \nRegistration:\nIf you need a Frontline Account visit: pimajted.org/professional-development-frontline-accounts/\nIf you already have a Frontline Account register by going to: app.frontlineeducation.com/select/ \nThis one-day 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 to provide you with the tools you need to serve exceptional students enrolled in CTE courses more effectively. \nUpon successful completion of the course\, which includes submission of homework\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/serving-exceptional-students-in-cte-09-26-26/
LOCATION:Butterfield Corporate Plaza\, 3700 E. Columbia Street\, Suite 100\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85714\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260929T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260929T153000
DTSTAMP:20260803T235240Z
CREATED:20260803T235240Z
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UID:27514-1790668800-1790695800@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Foundations of Classroom Management
DESCRIPTION:Level 1\nThis class is designed for new CTE teachers\n\nNOTE: Registration for this course will close September 18th\, 2026.\nThis course consists of TWO 8-hour classes. You must attend BOTH classes to receive credit.\nCourse 1: 9/29/26\nCourse 2: 9/30/26 \nRegistration:\nIf you need a Frontline Account visit: pimajted.org/professional-development-frontline-accounts/\nIf you already have a Frontline Account register by going to: app.frontlineeducation.com/select/ \nThis foundational course is designed to equip emerging educators with the essential knowledge and skills necessary to develop a positive learning environment. Participants will explore various aspects of the education profession\, including terminology\, characteristics of professional conduct\, and classroom management strategies. Through a detailed examination\, participants will develop clear and enforceable rules that promote respect\, responsibility\, and safety. Participants will examine the role of consequences in shaping student behavior and promoting accountability while creating and implementing consistent procedures to streamline classroom activities and maximize instructional time. By the course’s conclusion\, educators will emerge equipped with practical tools and insights to navigate the complexities of classroom management with confidence and professionalism. \nUpon successful completion of the course\, which includes the submission of homework\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/classroom-management-09-29-30-26/
LOCATION:Butterfield Corporate Plaza\, 3700 E. Columbia Street\, Suite 100\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85714\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classroom Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261023T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261023T153000
DTSTAMP:20260803T235546Z
CREATED:20260803T235546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T235546Z
UID:27516-1792742400-1792769400@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Literacy For CTE
DESCRIPTION:Event Details:\n\nLevel 2\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers\n\nNOTE: Registration for this course will close October 16th\, 2026.\nRegistration:\nIf you need a Frontline Account visit: pimajted.org/professional-development-frontline-accounts/\nIf you already have a Frontline Account register by going to: app.frontlineeducation.com/select/ \nResearch and experience show that implementing effective reading and vocabulary practices directly impacts student academic success. CTE students with strong reading and vocabulary skills are able to make connections to new content quicker\, perform better on certifications and assessments\, and engage more readily in professional communication in industry. This course is designed to equip teachers to use their program instructional terminology along with high-yield vocabulary practices to plan and teach in both the class and hands-on settings. Whereas Technical reading and performance-based literacy focus on reading\, writing\, listening\, and speaking standards\, this course takes a deeper look at using effective reading and vocabulary strategies. \nUpon successful completion of the course\, which includes submission of homework\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/literacy-for-cte-10-23-26/
LOCATION:Butterfield Corporate Plaza\, 3700 E. Columbia Street\, Suite 100\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85714\, United States
CATEGORIES:Literacy for CTE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261027T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261027T153000
DTSTAMP:20260803T235945Z
CREATED:20260803T235945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T235945Z
UID:27518-1793088000-1793115000@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Laboratory Safety and Management
DESCRIPTION:Event Details:\n\nLevel 1\nNo prerequisite\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers\nOption B approved course\n\nNOTE: Registration for this course will close October 20th\, 2026.\nRegistration:\nIf you need a Frontline Account visit: pimajted.org/professional-development-frontline-accounts/\nIf you already have a Frontline Account register by going to: app.frontlineeducation.com/select/ \nAre you ready for students in the lab? This workshop is designed to help participants develop a laboratory improvement plan\, including management\, clean-up procedures\, safety procedures\, and meeting monitoring agency mandates. Join us as we identify a variety of practical steps you can take to ensure that your students are safe in the laboratory and that you are protected. Participants will have the opportunity to evaluate their CTE labs and develop a management system for their CTE labs. You will also be treated to a variety of techniques to enable you to manage your lab effectively and efficiently. Additionally\, you will gain new skills needed to utilize a proven methodology of teaching in the lab or shop. \nUpon successful completion of the course\, which includes submission of homework\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/laboratory-safety-and-management-10-27-26/
LOCATION:Butterfield Corporate Plaza\, 3700 E. Columbia Street\, Suite 100\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85714\, United States
CATEGORIES:Laboratory Safety and Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261104T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261104T153000
DTSTAMP:20260805T210619Z
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UID:27537-1793779200-1793806200@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Effective Demonstrations
DESCRIPTION:Level 2\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers\nOption B approved course\n\nNOTE: Registration for this course will close October 28\, 2026. A payment or PO must be received before you attend the class.\nRegistration:\nIf you need a Frontline Account visit: pimajted.org/professional-development-frontline-accounts/\nIf you already have a Frontline Account register by going to: app.frontlineeducation.com/select/ \nWhether in a welding lab or a bioscience lab\, effective demonstrations are crucial. 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. This is a real career extender! When you are successful in the lab and the students are successful in the lab\, teaching can be very rewarding. An added bonus is that students complete the new skill in a safe environment. Come and learn this four-part demonstration method. \nUpon successful completion of the course\, which includes submission of homework\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/effective-demonstrations-11-04-2026/
LOCATION:Butterfield Corporate Plaza\, 3700 E. Columbia Street\, Suite 100\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85714\, United States
CATEGORIES:Effective Demonstrations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261110T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261110T153000
DTSTAMP:20260805T211005Z
CREATED:20260805T211005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T211005Z
UID:27539-1794297600-1794324600@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Program Management
DESCRIPTION:Event Details:\n\nLevel 4\nThis class is designed for CTE teachers in at least their 2nd year of teaching\nParticipants must work in a state-approved CTE program\nOption B approved course\nPlease bring a laptop\n\nNOTE: Registration for this course will close November 3\, 2026.\nRegistration:\nIf you need a Frontline Account visit: pimajted.org/professional-development-frontline-accounts/\nIf you already have a Frontline Account register by going to: app.frontlineeducation.com/select/ \nWhat constitutes an “approved program”? Come and learn in depth what is required to ensure that your program is in compliance and eligible to receive Federal\, State and CTED funding. You will leave with the skills needed to manage the many facets of running a premier CTE program including: purchasing\, collection of data\, reports\, advisory committees\, work-based learning\, Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSO)\, end of program assessments\, attracting and retaining non-traditional students and more. You will develop a 3-year implementation plan for your own CTE Program to be a premier program! \nUpon successful completion of the course\, which includes submission of homework\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/program-management-11-10-2026/
LOCATION:Butterfield Corporate Plaza\, 3700 E. Columbia Street\, Suite 100\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85714\, United States
CATEGORIES:Program Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261113T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261113T153000
DTSTAMP:20260805T211404Z
CREATED:20260805T211404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T211404Z
UID:27541-1794556800-1794583800@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Formative Assessments For CTE Programs
DESCRIPTION:Level 4\nThis class is designed for teachers in at least their 2nd year\nOption B approved course \nNOTE: Registration for this course will close November 6\, 2026.\nRegistration:\nIf you need a Frontline Account visit: pimajted.org/professional-development-frontline-accounts/\nIf you already have a Frontline Account register by going to: app.frontlineeducation.com/select/ \nThis class will give you an opportunity to look at the big picture of formative assessments. Topics include the role and types of assessments\, the process to develop an objective assessment\, as well as criteria for crafting quality multiple-choice items. You will learn the skills needed to create objective assessment items using a process that mirrors the development of items for the Arizona CTE Technical Skill Assessments. You will develop an understanding of how to assess student skills in relation to standards and Bloom’s Taxonomy levels that require the application of concepts and critical thinking. In addition to learning about assessment development\, you will create formative assessment items for use with students in your CTE program and others in the CTE community. You will be empowered to implement concepts immediately in your classroom. \nUpon successful completion of the course\, which includes submission of homework\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/formative-assessments-for-cte-programs-11-13-2026/
LOCATION:Butterfield Corporate Plaza\, 3700 E. Columbia Street\, Suite 100\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85714\, United States
CATEGORIES:Formative Assessments for CTE Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261117T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261117T153000
DTSTAMP:20260805T212353Z
CREATED:20260805T211957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T212353Z
UID:27543-1794902400-1794929400@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Empowering Students Through Professional Skills
DESCRIPTION:Level 3\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers\nOption B approved course \nNOTE: Registration for this course will close November 10\, 2026.\nRegistration:\nIf you need a Frontline Account visit: pimajted.org/professional-development-frontline-accounts/\nIf you already have a Frontline Account register by going to: app.frontlineeducation.com/select/ \nThis course will explore the nine Professional Skills identified by the Arizona Department of Education in collaboration with industry. Participants will identify them\, use already created rubrics to assess their use\, explore strategies to embed them across their curriculum\, and methods to evaluate students. \nUpon successful completion of the course\, which includes submission of homework\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/empowering-students-through-professional-skills-11-17-2026/
LOCATION:Butterfield Corporate Plaza\, 3700 E. Columbia Street\, Suite 100\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85714\, United States
CATEGORIES:Empowering Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261119T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261119T153000
DTSTAMP:20260805T212739Z
CREATED:20260805T212739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T212739Z
UID:27545-1795075200-1795102200@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Bridging Proficiency in Classroom Management
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: Registration for this course will close November 12\, 2026. A payment or PO must be received before you can attend the class. \nRegistration:\nIf you need a Frontline Account visit: pimajted.org/professional-development-frontline-accounts/\nIf you already have a Frontline Account register by going to: app.frontlineeducation.com/select/ \nThis intermediate-level course builds on foundational skills and equips participants with practical strategies to: Establish positive classroom climates\, craft professional syllabi\, optimize physical space for safety and learning\,Implement effective discipline protocols tailored to hands-on\, career-focused instruction.Participants will leave with actionable techniques to strengthen classroom management and enhance student engagement. \nUpon successful completion of the course\, which includes the submission of homework\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/classroom-management-11-19-2026/
LOCATION:Butterfield Corporate Plaza\, 3700 E. Columbia Street\, Suite 100\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85714\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classroom Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261201T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261201T153000
DTSTAMP:20260805T213109Z
CREATED:20260805T213109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T213109Z
UID:27547-1796112000-1796139000@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Grading and Assessment
DESCRIPTION:Level 2\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers \nNOTE: Registration for this course will close November 24\, 2026. A payment or PO must be received before you attend the class.\nRegistration:\nIf you need a Frontline Account visit: pimajted.org/professional-development-frontline-accounts/\nIf you already have a Frontline Account register by going to: app.frontlineeducation.com/select/ \nAssessing and grading are two different actions. Learn a variety of formative and summative assessment techniques. A major focus is how to assess student work using rubrics. This class will help you create a clear grading policy and develop a variety of ways to assess student learning. How should students in CTE be assessed? How do we set up a fair grading system for both teachers and students? Learn about the wide variety of options that address both of these issues to help you develop both your own philosophy for grading as well as effective strategies for multiple ways to assess student learning and progress. You will also leave with a greater understanding of how to align testing and evaluation to your course outcomes and grading policies that will increase effective feedback for students. \nUpon successful completion of the course\, which includes submission of homework\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/grading-and-assessment-12-01-2026/
LOCATION:Butterfield Corporate Plaza\, 3700 E. Columbia Street\, Suite 100\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85714\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grading and Assessment
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