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Professional Development Training Options
Launching Fall of 2023
Empowering Educators For Success Through Quality Coaching and Mentorship
The objective of this course is to assist and mentor educators in their professional development journey. Coaches and mentors will learn to provide individualized guidance, feedback, and resources to help educators enhance their skills and achieve their educational goals while increasing student success.
Duration
3-part series, 10 CPE hrs.
District Price
Indiv. Price
$TBD
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Fostering Success Through Essential Foundations of EB (English Learner) Instruction
The Foundations of EB Instruction course will present evidence-based approaches to teaching that focus on the practical application of research within the EB program classroom. Our team of experienced educators and consultants will provide you with the guidance and resources needed to help EB Learners reach their full potential.
Duration
3-part series, 10 CPE hrs.
District Price
Indiv. Price
$TBD
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Increased Achievement Through Effective EB (English Learner) Programming
This course is designed to help schools and district administrators provide the best educational programs for their students. We will be providing training in effective educational programming that can be tailored to meet the unique needs of each school/district. Participants will be prepared to foster an environment that ensures that every student have access to quality, research-based educational programs that are designed to help them reach their maximum potential.
Duration
3-part series, 10 CPE hrs.
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Indiv. Price
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Unlocking Potential Through Parent, Family and Community Empowerment
This course is created to create clear pathways to improving the relationship between parents, families and communities in schools through empowered district and parent education. We are passionate about providing educators and families with the tools and resources they need to help their children flourish. Through innovative district training, we can support your planning and workshops for parents and families. State experts will work with you to develop a plan that meets your district's needs and goals.
Duration
3-part series, 10 CPE hrs.
District Price
Indiv. Price
$TBD
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Unlocking Teacher Success in the First Year and Beyond
First year educators will receive consulting, training, and guidance that will set them up for success in their first year, their first 100 days and prepare them to manage the stresses of year 1 of their career in education. Educators will receive training in lesson planning, differentiation, technology in the classroom, progress monitoring, creating a successful classroom climate, meeting the diverse needs of students, work-life balance, grading, supportive team dynamics, parent and family communication and more.
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Duration
5-part series, 15 CPE hrs.
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Empowering Year 2 Educator Success Today and Tomorrow
Year 2 educators will receive consulting, training, and guidance that will set them up for success as they continue their career in education. Educators will receive training in special programs, instructional supports, student accountability testing, culturally responsive instruction, meeting the diverse needs of students, interactive journaling, anchor charts, technology integration in the classroom, communication and more.
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Duration
5-part series, 15 CPE hrs.
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Leveraging High Return Strategies in the Multi-Needs Classroom
Gran Via Educational Consulting LLC is dedicated to helping educators maximize student learning through high return strategies. Our unique approach focuses on building strong understanding of high return strategies such as vocabulary and comprehension strategies, spiraling, cross-curriculum integration, journaling and many more in order to ensure student success. We strive to provide teachers with the knowledge and insights they need to increase academic achievement.
Duration Half Day, 3 CPEs
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Enhancing Literacy Skills Through a Robust Reading Workshop
Reading workshop is a powerful tool for establishing a culture of lifelong learning and reading. This course will provide educators with a plan of action for providing students with personalized instruction and activities to foster the development of their literacy skills. Educators will leave with content knowledge, quality resources and guidance to ensure that every teacher is able to create a reading routine in their classroom that develops fluent readers.
Duration Half Day, 3 CPEs
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Classroom Management and Creating a Culture of WE
Creating a culture of WE is key to creating a successful classroom. Training is rooted in the practice of creating collaborative environments that promote learning and growth.
Our mission is to provide educators with the tools and resources they need to develop their classroom into an inclusive and supportive learning community. With the correct tools, teachers can create a classroom that encourages students to reach their full potential.
Duration Half Day, 3 CPEs
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Transformative Practices for Parent, Family and Community Empowerment
Through this course participants will learn to build strong relationships between parents, families and communities. Research supports the impact of parent and family involvement in the overall improved academic achievement of students. We will present a variety of tools that focus on nurturing the school-home relationship and resources that will surely create a positive school experience for learners while increasing the presence of parent, family and community in schools .
Duration Half Day, 3 CPEs
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Data and Progress Monitoring for Continuous Improvement and Compound Results
Data plays a crucial role in improving performance, which is why we recognize the significance of trained educators who are fluent in the language of data-driven instruction. As each school is distinctive, a data-driven approach allows educators to develop personalized instructional plans that will enable students to achieve great success. Our course is designed to assist our clients in reaching their objectives and ensuring that they have the necessary tools and resources to do so.
Duration Half Day, 3 CPEs
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Best Practices K-12: Strengthening Educator-Learner Relationships through Grading for Impact and Growth
Grading can be an excellent opportunity for educators to build connections with their students and promote significant progress. By providing constructive feedback, educators can give students a clear understanding of their strengths and weaknesses and motivate them to achieve their full potential. In this course, we offer teachers effective tools to help their students succeed. Our ultimate goal is to create a secure, collaborative learning environment where every student has the opportunity to learn and grow. By empowering students with the necessary skills and knowledge, they will be motivated to learn and develop in a supportive and nurturing atmosphere.
Duration Half Day, 3 CPEs
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The Latest in ESL Instructional Practice: CBLI with Sheltered Instruction Updates
We will provide the most up-to-date strategies and resources for ESL instruction. In this course we will present the newest model of EB instruction: Content Based Language Instruction (CBLI) with updates to Sheltered Instruction, a teaching model that promotes academic success for English language learners. We strive to provide comprehensive, accessible and research-based solutions to help educators maximize the full learning potential of Emergent Bilingual learners. Our goal is to help educators create meaningful and effective learning experiences that provide maximized learning opportunities for all students.
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Duration
Half-Day Training, 3 CPE hrs.
Maximizing Crosslinguistic Connections to Improve Student Achievement
Crosslinguistic connections support the language and content acquisition for English Learners. This course is dedicated to improving overall student achievement. Educators will become informed practitioners in developing crosslinguistic mastery in their students. We provide our educators with the practical tools needed to support success through engaging activities, content rigor and language development.
We believe in the power of language and the research-based impact of cultural in the classroom. Our program is designed to equip educators with the skills they need to be successful in classroom settings with enriched linguistic and cultural needs.
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Indiv. Price
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Duration
Half-Day Training, 3 CPE hrs.
Maximizing EB (English Learner) Proficiency Levels in the ESL Classroom
In this course, we will offer a wide variety of learning scenarios and student profiles to support the actionable practical skills of how proficiency levels can be leveraged to create personalized learning plans tailored to student needs. Course curriculum is focused on providing effective and engaging instruction. Join us today and take the first step towards supporting improved achievement and academic language development for Emergent Bilingual students.
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Duration
Half-Day Training, 3 CPE hrs.
Claves para profundizar la comprensión lectora en textos expositivos y narrativos (Grados 3-8)
Gran Via focuses on helping students create a deep connection between text, the use of illustrations, vocabulary development, language and meaning. We also provide students with the tools and techniques necessary for successful mastery of deep contextual understanding by connecting their ideas to texts, self and the world around them. With our help, students will be able to deepen their reading proficiency and become more confident readers.
We will provide a comprehensive approach to improving reading comprehension, specifically designed to meet the needs of each individual student.
Materials required: a teacher exemplar composition journal, construction paper, glue stick, post-it notes
Duration
2-Half Day Course, 6 CPE hrs.
District Price
Indiv. Price
$TBD
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Available in Spanish or English
Taller de lectura: armando una rutina de alfabetización, literacidad y una vida lectora
Reading workshop is a powerful tool for establishing a culture of lifelong learning and love of reading. It is also a learning space where literacy, leveled instructional support and rich conversation occur. This course will provide educators with a plan of action for providing students with personalized instruction and activities to foster the development of their literacy skills while fostering a love of reading. Educators will leave with content knowledge, quality resources and guidance to ensure that every teacher is able to create a reading routine in their classroom that develops fluency in lifelong readers.
Materials required: a teacher exemplar composition journal, construction paper, glue stick, post-it notes
Duration
2-Half Day Course, 6 CPE hrs.
District Price
Indiv. Price
$TBD
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Available in Spanish or English
Taller de actividades: desarrollando la fonología y conciencia fonémica (K-2) dentro del aula bilingüe
Bilingual educators will receive a workshop style training where they will be able to define the importance of phonological awareness and create activities that will support these skills in the classroom. Educators will receive training in meeting the diverse needs of early education students using strategies such as Total Physical Response, movement, vocabulary and the mastery of phonemic awareness. We will also present the science of anchor charting and how to capture learning with the support of interactive anchor charts.
Materials required: a teacher exemplar composition journal, construction paper, glue stick, post-it notes
Duration
Half Day Course, 3 CPE hrs.
District Price
Indiv. Price
$TBD
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Available in Spanish or English
Eligiendo literatura culturalmente consciente para los estudiantes bilingües emergentes
Finding culturally responsive books can seem like a daunting task. Once you find them, how do you truly maximize the opportunity to help engage students in a transformational learning experience?
We will face these struggles and more during this session and offer solutions that are sustainable and impactful in the classroom. Research shows that as students become more engaged and culturally connected, their achievement and results will follow!
Duration
Half Day Course, 3 CPE hrs.
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Indiv. Price
$TBD
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Available in Spanish or English
La enseñanza culturalmente consciente a través de la escritura y las ciencias sociales
How can we embed culturally responsive instruction into social studies, writing and beyond? We will be tackling this question and sharing the many ways that culturally and linguistically sustaining practices (or CLSP) can be embedded and highlighted across the state curriculum.
We will also be studying policy and highlight the importance and transformational impact of CLSP in the EB classroom.
Duration
Half Day Course, 3 CPE hrs.
District Price
Indiv. Price
$TBD
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Available in Spanish or English
English Learner Instructional Programming 101 for School Administrators
We understand that navigating the constantly evolving world of emergent bilingual (EB) instruction can be challenging for school administrators. That's why we offer comprehensive research-based training in the latest bilingual program instructional strategies that equip administrators with the knowledge and skills required to effectively manage, monitor and implement EB instructional programs on their campus. Administrators will learn about metalinguistics, second language acquisition and the integration of cross linguistic strategies across the content areas.
District Price
Indiv. Price
$TBD
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Duration
2-part series, 6 CPE hrs.
EB Program Policy for School Administrators
Our mission is to empower school administrators with the skills necessary to create a school climate that fosters an Emergent Bilingual instructional culture of learning for students, educators as well as the community. Knowledge of state and federal requirements is foundational to implementing a successful bilingual program on campus. Because staying up-to-date with EB policy is essential, we are dedicated to providing administrators with the most current resources and information available. Join us in preparing for the future of EB education, which promotes enhanced student achievement through school effectiveness.
District Price
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$TBD
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Duration
Stand Alone, 3 CPE hrs.
Creating an Additive Cultural Environment for EB Learners and EB Program Educators
Schools that are dedicated to creating an additive cultural environment for their students prove to show increased performance, higher parent and family engagement, fewer discipline problems and overall increased satisfaction by students and teachers. We have designed this training to equip school administrators with the knowledge, tools, and resources they need to create a safe and supportive learning environment for their EB students.
Upon conclusion of the training, we offer the opportunity for on-site training, consulting, and resource development that help administrators create a culture of equity and inclusion in their campus or district. This course is for administrators who are passionate about making a positive impact on the educational system and strive to create a lasting, sustainable change in any community.
District Price
Indiv. Price
$TBD
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Duration
Stand Alone, 3 CPE hrs.
EB Program Policy for School Board Members
Our mission is to empower school board members with a knowledge of state and federal policies to support a school climate that fosters an instructional culture of learning for students, educators as well as the community. Knowledge of state and federal requirements is foundational to implementing successful bilingual programs. Because staying up-to-date with EB (English Learner) policy is essential, we are dedicated to providing board members with foundational resources and information. Join us in preparing for the future of EB education through leadership that generates school effectiveness.
Duration
TBD as needed.
District Price
Indiv. Price
$FREE
$FREE
You volunteer your time and we will do the same for you. Thank you.
English Learner Instructional Programming 101 for School Board Members
We understand that navigating the constantly evolving world of emergent bilingual (EB) instruction can be challenging. That's why we offer comprehensive research-based training in the latest bilingual program instructional strategies that equip leaders with the knowledge and skills required to effectively manage, monitor and implement EB instructional programs in their districts and communities. This course will cover the timely topics of parent, family and community engagement, the importance of heritage language mastery for second language performance and and the critical role of program fidelity in Texas schools.
Duration
TBD as needed.
District Price
Indiv. Price
$FREE
$FREE
You volunteer your time and we will do the same for you. Thank you.
Creating an Additive Cultural Environment for EB Learners and EB Program Educators
Schools that are dedicated to creating an additive cultural environment for their students and educators prove to show increased performance, higher parent and family engagement, fewer discipline problems and overall increased satisfaction by the students, teachers and community. We have designed this training to equip school boards with the knowledge, tools, and resources they need to create a safe and supportive learning environment for their EB students and educators.
Upon conclusion of the training, we offer the opportunity for on-site training, consulting, and resource development that help school board members and administrators create a culture of equity and inclusion in their campus or district. This course is for school boards who are passionate about making a positive impact on the educational system and strive to create a lasting, sustainable change in any community.
Duration
TBD as needed.
District Price
Indiv. Price
$FREE
$FREE
You volunteer your time and we will do the same for you. Thank you.
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Bilingual Target Language Proficiency Test (BTLPT) Preparation and El lenguaje
académico en la enseñanza del español
At the center of Gran Via's work is the commitment to supporting professionals in their mastery and success on this exam. Aspiring bilingual educators can benefit from the knowledge of understanding how the exam is structured as well as the language of pedagogy in the BTLPT target language. In this course we will work on developing your reading comprehension, writing skills and academic vocabulary for your best Spanish language performance on the BTLPT 190 exam. El programa será ensenado en el idioma del español. Se requiere un dominio del español al grado avanzado a avanzado superior para matricular en el curso y poder participar exitosamente.
Duration
15 Hours
District Price
Indiv. Price
$TBD
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Given in Spanish
TExES ESL Supplemental (154) Exam Preparation and EB Educator Practice Course
Updated TEA requirements have caused increased interest in the area of ESL licensure and certification. We are here to support the development of your ESL expertise to accommodate your professional needs and help you get the licensing necessary to serve your Emergent Bilingual/English Learner population! Test prep with an experienced coach who collaborates with districts around the state who has personally coached hundreds of teachers like yourself to pass their state board exams.
Duration
15 hours
District Price
Indiv. Price
$TBD
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English
Bilingual Education Supplemental (164) Preparation and EB Educator Practice Course
With over 1 in 5 Texas students being English Learners, there is an unprecedented demand for bilingual (BIL) certified educators in order to remain compliant with state and federal guidelines. Districts are struggling to recruit and retain these educators to meet the demands of an ever-growing Emergent Bilingual population. Be a part of a rewarding career that supports multilingual students and the flourishing statewide dual language initiative. Test prep with an experienced coach who collaborates with districts around Texas to prepare hundreds of teachers like yourself to success on their state board exams!
Duration
15 hours
District Price
Indiv. Price
$TBD
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Available in Spanish or English
TOEFL Exam Preparation
At the center of Gran Via's work is the commitment to supporting all EB professionals in their mastery and success on this exam. In this course we will work on developing your reading comprehension, writing skills and academic vocabulary for your best English language performance on the TOEFL exam.
Duration
15 Hours
District Price
Indiv. Price
$TBD
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Given in English with Linguistic Accommodations
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