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Professional Development
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Programs Costs

Services   Costs
     
Orientation Workshop
This is an introductory session that outlines our Active Learning System. The session will include an overview on the instructional model, a review of curriculum components and assessment of teacher preparation and needs.
  $1500 for a 1-day session
     
Implementation Workshop
Instructional sessions that will prepare teachers to implement the curriculum. Sessions includes hands-on instruction that model successful and effective teaching strategies.  Primary focus will be on pedagogy, content, classroom management, assessment and use of appropriate materials.
  $1500 for the first day and $1300 for additional consecutive days
     
Follow-up Workshop
A two-day session that will provide additional support to teachers. The instructor will work with participants on identifying and solving practical issues in the classroom, as well as reinforcing best practice protocols. Second day of the session will involve some classroom observation, and pre and post meetings with teachers and department heads.
  $1500 for the first day and $1300 for additional consecutive days
     
Leadership Institute A two-to-four-day session designed to develop participants as Professional Development Leaders within their district. Participants will learn to serve as mentors, conduct workshops and address issues related to the curriculum. Cost to attend does not include travel and lodging for participants.   $500 for a 3-day session (does not include travel)
     
Parent Workshops
One-day session designed to provide parents with an overview of the curriculum and demonstration of how their students learn through the process of using standards-based inquiry programs.
  $1500 for a 1-day session
     
Phone Consultations
Monthly phone sessions that are primarily designed to assess the progress of teachers in the classroom, address implementation issues and mentor teacher in areas where support is needed.  Phone sessions can be done one-to-one or with a group of teachers.
  $75 per hour
     
Mentoring Visits
One day site visits that can be tailored to your specific needs that include classroom visits, meetings with administrators and mentoring lead teachers of the program.
  $1500 for a 1-day session
     
Regional Institutes
These sessions are primarily designed for a cluster of schools within the same state that have 1-2 teachers who need training. The two-day instructional session will prepare teachers to implement the curriculum. Sessions includes hands-on instruction that model successful and effective teaching strategies. Primary focus will be on pedagogy, content, classroom management, assessment and use of appropriate materials.
  $150 per teacher per day.

The American Geological Institute Foundation is offering funding support to districts that purchase EarthComm or Investigating Earth Systems.

To determine if you qualify and to receive an application, please contact:
Liz Pabon at 888-698-8463 Ext. 541. epabon@herffjones.com

To receive more information about participating in one of the above Professional Development Services fill out our Professional Development Services Application.