Northwest Regional Professional Development Program

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Our Vision

The Northwest Regional Professional Development Program (NWRPDP), in accordance with Nevada Revised statues, is committed to elevate student performance by providing sustained professional learning for educators. We strive to build productive regional partnerships and make a positive impact with all of our pursuits.

Upcoming Learning Events

Ambitious Science Teaching
Thu, Feb 11
Zoom
Feb 11, 4:00 PM – May 20, 6:00 PM
Zoom
This course is designed to provide teachers in K-12 classrooms with tools and strategies to ensure rigorous, equitable science instruction.
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C Programming & Robotics
Sat, Feb 20
Hybrid - Online and in person
Feb 20, 8:00 AM – May 22, 3:00 PM
Hybrid - Online and in person
Intensive hybrid - 4 Saturday and 4 week nights (Wednesday) starting in February. Register now and be the first to be notified, limited to 15 participants.
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CS Methods for Computer Applications
Sun, Mar 28
Zoom
Mar 28, 8:00 AM – Jun 05, 2:00 PM
Zoom
This course satisfies one of the required endorsement courses to teach the 1/2 credit CS/Applications course. Registration deadline is March 25th!!
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Book study: The Skill, Will, and Thrill of Reading
Wed, Mar 31
Zoom
Mar 31, 4:00 PM – May 26, 6:00 PM
Zoom
This is a Southern Utah University course for 1 graduate credit. The cost is $21 and will be paid to SUU. The book will be provided by the NRPDP.
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Ethnic Studies: Independent Book Study
Thu, Jun 10
Location is TBD
Jun 10, 12:00 AM – Aug 01, 11:59 PM
Location is TBD
INTERESTED IN TEACHING OR LEARNING ABOUT ETHNIC STUDIES???
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Multicultural Education: Culturally Responsive Teaching Across Contexts (2)
Wed, Aug 18
Zoom Meetings
Aug 18, 4:00 PM – Oct 13, 6:00 PM
Zoom Meetings
Cost of the course is $63 and the purchase or rent of the text, "Culturally and Linguistically Responsive Teaching and Learning" by Sharroky Hollie, 2nd Edition.
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Parent Involvement & Family Engagement (2)
Mon, Aug 23
Zoom - Check the flyer for dates
Aug 23, 4:00 PM – Oct 25, 6:00 PM
Zoom - Check the flyer for dates
Participants will receive three SUU graduate credits! $63
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Discovery Education
For information or training contact NWRPDP
Zoom
For information or training contact NWRPDP
Zoom
Nevada Educators can utilize Discovery Education through Clever to access digital content and resources which can be integrated with Microsoft Teams, Google Classroom, Canvas and Clever to enrich and enhance lessons while moving between classroom, hybrid, and distance learning environment.
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Python Programming and Physical Computing
Time is TBD
Hybrid Course
Time is TBD
Hybrid Course
Register here to be the first notified when the course opens. Limited participation for this 3 credit hybrid course.
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Become a National Board Certified Teacher
Contact Jaime Whisler for dates and times.
Zoom
Contact Jaime Whisler for dates and times.
Zoom
Every student deserves to be taught by a National Board Certified Teacher! Strengthen your practice in collaboration, planning, assessment and relationships with students.
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Northern Nevada National Board MOC/Renewal Cohort
Thursdays 4:30-6:30 (email Jaime for dates)
Zoom
Thursdays 4:30-6:30 (email Jaime for dates)
Zoom
Every student deserves to be taught by a National Board Certified Teacher! Virtual Cohort for 2020-2021. Renewal keeps your National Board certificate area active for another 5 years.
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School Counselors: Trauma and Crisis Specialist
Monday, Oct. 12 and Nov. 9 from 4-5:15
TBD
Monday, Oct. 12 and Nov. 9 from 4-5:15
TBD
American School Counselor Association: Anxiety and Stress Management Specialist Training. Credits: 52.5 Hours Recertification and Salary Schedule Credit (3.5 Credit) Registration closes 10/12/2020
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Early Literacy Cadre
Every third Thursday, beginning in Sept.
Zoom
Every third Thursday, beginning in Sept.
Zoom
A Professional Development opportunity designed specifically for Early Literacy Teachers! This one credit class will meet every third Thursday starting in September.
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Read Nevada with myON
See flyer for the different times.
Zoom Meeting - Check the flyer for the link
See flyer for the different times.
Zoom Meeting - Check the flyer for the link
Sept 8-18 myON Basics, Sept 22 - Oct 1 Groups, Projects and Reports Tuesdays 7:30-8:30am, Thursdays 5:00 - 6:00pm First 30 min is new content, second 30 min if for individual Q & A
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