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Join us at the Allegheny Intermediate Unit to learn about why it is important and how to help students visualize math through concrete and pictorial representations specific to your grade level. We will host two-day training sessions to engage you in mathematical tasks utilizing physical and virtual manipulatives, then transitioning to diagrams for each of the critical concepts in your grade level.

In the Grades K-2 cohort – We will focus on counting, place value, addition, subtraction, and measurement through use of base ten blocks, number line models, and number path models.

Price: Free for AIU school districts. Non-AIU school districts: $300* Thanks to the generosity of the PPG Foundation, Non- AIU school districts that are High-Needs can participate in this PD at no cost. To check if your school district qualifies, view this list.

Audience: Grades K-2 mathematics teachers and leaders (including interventionists)

When: November 19, 2024 and January 29, 2025

Where: In-person at the Allegheny Intermediate Unit

Act 48 hours will be awarded pending approval by PDE for those who attend all sessions and complete related assignments.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn and grow! See you there at East Waterfront Drive, Homestead, PA, USA.

Three Rivers Educational Technology Conference (TRETC) is an exciting professional development opportunity to advance the integration of educational technology for teachers, K-12 administrators, industry experts, and higher education decision makers in South Western PA.

Join us for a transformative conference where we delve into the dynamic journey of educational technology and its profound impact on teaching and learning. This conference explores how innovations evolving from traditional chalkboards to cutting-edge chatbots, are reshaping the educational landscape.

Discover how technology integration offers students unprecedented opportunities to engage with the future of education while in the classroom. Engage with thought leaders, educators, and technologists as we uncover the tools and strategies that are revolutionizing how knowledge is imparted and absorbed- from interactive lessons and virtual reality to AI-driven personalized learning experiences

Whether you’re an educator, administrator, policy-maker, or technology enthusiast, this conference promises to provide valuable insights and practical solutions to enhance the educational experience. Be a part of the conversation that is shaping the next generation of learning.

Join Us at MiniCon 2024—Western PA’s Largest Commercial Design Tradeshow for K-12 Educators!

Explore the latest trends in classroom, STEAM, and e-sport environments that are shaping K-12 school districts today. MiniCon takes place in Pittsburgh’s Strip District from Tuesday, 10/22 to Thursday, 10/24.

By attending, you’ll also have a chance to win a full classroom of Smith System furniture! The lucky winner will collaborate to design their dream classroom and receive furniture for up to 30 students—an exciting opportunity to reimagine learning spaces.

At MiniCon, you’ll:

-Get hands-on with innovative products from top K-12 manufacturers like Smith System.
-Discover cutting-edge solutions for STEAM, cafeteria, and e-sport environments.
-Attend a lunch-and-learn CEU focused on sensory learning and how design impacts student growth and development.
-Network with industry experts and exchange ideas on K-12 design innovations.

Don’t miss this chance to elevate your school’s learning environment and bring fresh ideas back to your classroom!

Explore Innovations in AI Research!

October 10, 2024 – Simmons Auditorium, Carnegie Mellon University

AI research is powering improvements in how we work, learn, build, and so much more. AI Institutes Expo Day 2024 is your chance to see the forefront of this research.

Discover cutting-edge research in multiple fields and learn how AI research is being conducted
to benefit society in many ways. See demonstrations of AI research in robotics, education,
agriculture, physical sciences, weather, and many other areas – and how we make ethical
decisions about the use of AI.

• Connect with 25 AI Institutes and partners and engage with their work
• Watch interactive panel discussions with AI and industry experts
• Network with 200+ attendees, researchers, and industry leaders

This event is open to the public. Register now!

HEAR FROM THOUGHT LEADERS IN AI RESEARCH
• Remarks from Carnegie Mellon University President Farnam Jahanian
• Panel on Innovations in Generative AI Research & Use-Inspired Solutions

ABOUT THE AI INSTITUTES
The National Science Foundation and the U.S. Department of Agriculture-NIFA began establishing AI Institutes in 2020 to serve as national nexus points for collaborative AI efforts spanning higher education institutions, federal agencies, industry, and nonprofits/foundations. These 25 AI Institutes will showcase their research at AI Institutes Expo Day.

To learn more about all 25 AI Institutes, visit the AIVO website at aiinstitutes.org.

Are you ready to elevate the voices of young people in Pittsburgh and help shape a community where everyone feels heard, valued, and engaged? Join us for a dynamic and interactive workshop led by the brilliant youth facilitators of the World Affairs Council of Pittsburgh!

This is an opportunity to learn effective youth-adult partnership strategies and examine ways to amplify youth participation in community discourse and decision-making. By attending, you’ll gain practical tools to amplify youth voices in your own work, build stronger intergenerational partnerships, and contribute to an equitable and vibrant civic environment across our region.

Learn from young leaders who are already making waves in our community. Meet Kenza, Natalia, Eva, and Morgan–dynamic youth facilitators who bring their passion for civic engagement to life–from founding community programs to making an impact on global issues, these youth leaders are reshaping the future.

Agenda:

4:30-5:00 PM: Arrival and Check-in
5:00-7:00 PM: World Affairs Council’s Youth Fellows and Board Members lead:
- Interactive simulation on power, decision-making, and systems change
- Presentation on amplifying youth voices and effective youth-adult partnerships
- Small group discussions and activities
7:00-8:00 PM: Mix and Mingle Reception

Why Should You Be There?

Because this is your chance to be part of a transformative moment where youth and adults work side by side to shape the future of our city. Come ready to engage, learn, and connect with others who are passionate about creating a more inclusive community. Let’s co-create a Pittsburgh where every young person finds their voice, sense of belonging, and purpose!

Don’t miss out – secure your spot now and join us for an inspiring evening filled with learning, connection, and community-building! Register Today!

This event is part of a series made possible by Moonshot Grant funding from Remake Learning, featuring the incredible leadership and insights of the World Affairs Council’s Youth Fellows and Board Members.

Meaningful Play 2024 is a conference about theory, research, and game design innovations, principles and practices. Meaningful Play brings scholars, industry professionals and games practitioners together to understand and improve upon games to entertain, inform, educate, and persuade in meaningful ways.