Embracing AI Part 1
Introduction to using AI in the classroom
Face-to-face Interactive and engaging
Sign up in PLN
FREE to members of PCTA or PESPA
Non-member cost is $60 payable at the class. No exceptions.
OR
A signed membership form to PCTA or PESPA and a commitment to remain a member for at least a year.
Contact Paula.stephens@floridaea.org or susan.spaulding@floridaea.org with questions.
Embracing AI, Part A
This is the same class as the one held from 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. this afternoon.
Build an understanding of AI Tools; gain a solid understanding of Copilot, Magicschool.ai and Quizizz AI, and their applications in education.
Bring your computer.
Face-to-face Interactive and engaging
Sign up in PLN
FREE to members of PCTA or PESPA
Non-member cost is $30 payable at the class. No exceptions. Check or cash.
OR
A signed membership form to PCTA or PESPA and a commitment to remain a member for at least a year.
Contact Paula.stephens@floridaea.org or susan.spaulding@floridaea.org with questions.
Embracing AI, Part A
This is the same class as the one held from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. this morning.
Build an understanding of AI Tools; gain a solid understanding of Copilot, Magicschool.ai and Quizizz AI, and their applications in education.
Bring your computer.
Face-to-face Interactive and engaging
Sign up in PLN
FREE to members of PCTA or PESPA
Non-member cost is $30 payable at the class. No exceptions. Check or cash.
OR
A signed membership form to PCTA or PESPA and a commitment to remain a member for at least a year.
Contact Paula.stephens@floridaea.org or susan.spaulding@floridaea.org with questions.
Summer Mental Health Professional Learning Opportunity
Hosted by PCS Student Services
PCTA will be an exhibitor. Come by and visit!
CPR
HSI Certification
FREE to members of PCTA or PESPA
Non-member cost is $55 payable at the class. No exceptions.
OR
A signed membership form to PCTA or PESPA and a commitment to remain a member for at least a year.
Contact Paula.stephens@floridaea.org or susan.spaulding@floridaea.org with questions.
ESE/Reading, Day 1
Face to Face class
Counts for Reading & ESE state Mandates
This 40-hour Reading/ESE course was created to fulfill the Florida statute requirement for renewal or reinstatement of a professional certificate under rule 6A-4.0051. (7)(b) states, “an educator may use earned credit for both the purposes of paragraphs (6)(a) and (7)(a) of this rule. Rule 6A-4.0051 Renewal and Reinstatement of a Professional Certificate is included below.
This course prepares educators to offer evidence-based instruction and interventions specifically designed for students with characteristics of dyslexia, including the use of explicit, systematic, and sequential approaches to reading instruction that develops phonological and phonemic awareness, decoding, and implementing multisensory intervention strategies. This course focuses on instruction in reading including oral language, phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. In addition, participants also learn about The Science of Reading as well as interventions required for students with reading challenges including ELLs, dyslexia, ADHD, SLD, and additional special needs.
Participants must attend ALL sessions and complete all assignments to receive credit. June 23, 24, 25, 26. No exceptions.
Classes are FREE for PCTA or PESPA members.
Fees for non-members:
$200 payable at the first session (check or cash)
OR
Completed PCTA or PESPA membership online document. Must remain a member until at least $200 in due has been collected.
Contact paula.stephens@floridaea.org, susan.spaulding@floridaea.org, or pcta-pespa@floridaea.org with specific questions.
ESE/Reading, Day 2
Face to Face class
This 40-hour Reading/ESE course was created to fulfill the Florida statute requirement for renewal or reinstatement of a professional certificate under rule 6A-4.0051. (7)(b) states, “an educator may use earned credit for both the purposes of paragraphs (6)(a) and (7)(a) of this rule. Rule 6A-4.0051 Renewal and Reinstatement of a Professional Certificate is included below.
This course prepares educators to offer evidence-based instruction and interventions specifically designed for students with characteristics of dyslexia, including the use of explicit, systematic, and sequential approaches to reading instruction that develops phonological and phonemic awareness, decoding, and implementing multisensory intervention strategies. This course focuses on instruction in reading including oral language, phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. In addition, participants also learn about The Science of Reading as well as interventions required for students with reading challenges including ELLs, dyslexia, ADHD, SLD, and additional special needs.
Participants must attend ALL sessions and complete all assignments to receive credit. June 23, 24, 25, 26. No exceptions.
Classes are FREE for PCTA or PESPA members.
Fees for non-members:
$200 payable at the first session (make check out to PCTA)
OR
Completed PCTA or PESPA membership online document. Must remain a member until at least $200 in due has been collected.
Contact paula.stephens@floridaea.org, susan.spaulding@floridaea.org, or pcta-pespa@floridaea.org with specific questions.
ESE/Reading, Day 3
Face to Face class
This 40-hour Reading/ESE course was created to fulfill the Florida statute requirement for renewal or reinstatement of a professional certificate under rule 6A-4.0051. (7)(b) states, “an educator may use earned credit for both the purposes of paragraphs (6)(a) and (7)(a) of this rule. Rule 6A-4.0051 Renewal and Reinstatement of a Professional Certificate is included below.
This course prepares educators to offer evidence-based instruction and interventions specifically designed for students with characteristics of dyslexia, including the use of explicit, systematic, and sequential approaches to reading instruction that develops phonological and phonemic awareness, decoding, and implementing multisensory intervention strategies. This course focuses on instruction in reading including oral language, phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. In addition, participants also learn about The Science of Reading as well as interventions required for students with reading challenges including ELLs, dyslexia, ADHD, SLD, and additional special needs.
Participants must attend ALL sessions and complete all assignments to receive credit. June 23, 24, 25, 26. No exceptions.
Classes are FREE for PCTA or PESPA members.
Fees for non-members:
$200 payable at the first session (make check out to PCTA)
OR
Completed PCTA or PESPA membership online document. Must remain a member until at least $200 in due has been collected.
Contact paula.stephens@floridaea.org, susan.spaulding@floridaea.org, or pcta-pespa@floridaea.org with specific questions.
ESE/Reading, Day 4
Face to Face class
This 40-hour Reading/ESE course was created to fulfill the Florida statute requirement for renewal or reinstatement of a professional certificate under rule 6A-4.0051. (7)(b) states, “an educator may use earned credit for both the purposes of paragraphs (6)(a) and (7)(a) of this rule. Rule 6A-4.0051 Renewal and Reinstatement of a Professional Certificate is included below.
This course prepares educators to offer evidence-based instruction and interventions specifically designed for students with characteristics of dyslexia, including the use of explicit, systematic, and sequential approaches to reading instruction that develops phonological and phonemic awareness, decoding, and implementing multisensory intervention strategies. This course focuses on instruction in reading including oral language, phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. In addition, participants also learn about The Science of Reading as well as interventions required for students with reading challenges including ELLs, dyslexia, ADHD, SLD, and additional special needs.
Participants must attend ALL sessions and complete all assignments to receive credit. June 23, 24, 25, 26. No exceptions.
Classes are FREE for PCTA or PESPA members.
Fees for non-members:
$200 payable at the first session (make check out to PCTA)
OR
Completed PCTA or PESPA membership online document. Must remain a member until at least $200 in due has been collected.
Contact paula.stephens@floridaea.org, susan.spaulding@floridaea.org, or pcta-pespa@floridaea.org with specific questions.
Embracing AI, Part A
Build an understanding of AI Tools; gain a solid understanding of Copilot, Magicschool.ai and Quizizz AI, and their applications in education.
Bring your computer.
Face-to-face Interactive and engaging
Sign up in PLN
FREE to members of PCTA or PESPA
Non-member cost is $30 payable at the class. No exceptions. Check or cash.
OR
A signed membership form to PCTA or PESPA and a commitment to remain a member for at least a year.
Contact Paula.stephens@floridaea.org or susan.spaulding@floridaea.org with questions.
Embracing AI, Part B
Create effective materials: Develop lesson plans, assessments, and interactive activities tailored to diverse student needs.
Bring your computer.
Embracing AI Part A is a required prerequisite.
Face-to-face Interactive and engaging
Sign up in PLN
FREE to members of PCTA or PESPA
Non-member cost is $30 payable at the class. No exceptions. Check or cash.
OR
A signed membership form to PCTA or PESPA and a commitment to remain a member for at least a year.
Contact Paula.stephens@floridaea.org or susan.spaulding@floridaea.org with questions.
Disability Rights and Inclusion-Historical Perspectives
Face-to-face Interactive and engaging
Sign up in PLN
FREE to members of PCTA or PESPA
Non-member cost is $60 payable at the class with check or cash. No exceptions.
OR
A signed membership form to PCTA or PESPA and a commitment to remain a member for at least a year.
Contact Paula.stephens@floridaea.org or susan.spaulding@floridaea.org with questions.
PCTA Executive Board Retreat
Closed event for PCTA Executive Board Members ONLY
Designing a blueprint for next year
ESOL Cross-Cultural Communications, Day 1
Must attend all four (4) days to receive credit. July 11, 12, 18, 19.
8:30 - 4:30
Approved to meet state endorsement requirements
Face-to-face Interactive and engaging
Taught by ESOL teachers trained by AFT (American Federation of Teachers)
Sign up in PLN
FREE to members of PCTA or PESPA
Non-member cost is $200 payable by the second class. No exceptions.
OR
A signed membership form to PCTA or PESPA and a commitment to remain a member for at least a year.
Contact Paula.stephens@floridaea.org or susan.spaulding@floridaea.org with questions.
ESOL Cross-Cultural Communications, Day 2
Must attend all four (4) days to receive credit. July 11, 12, 18, 19.
8:30 - 4:30
Approved to meet state endorsement requirements
Face-to-face Interactive and engaging
Taught by ESOL teachers trained by AFT (American Federation of Teachers)
Sign up in PLN
FREE to members of PCTA or PESPA
Non-member cost is $200 payable by the second class. No exceptions.
OR
A signed membership form to PCTA or PESPA and a commitment to remain a member for at least a year.
Contact Paula.stephens@floridaea.org or susan.spaulding@floridaea.org with questions.
ESOL Cross-Cultural Communications, Day 3
Must attend all four (4) days to receive credit. July 11, 12, 18, 19.
8:30 - 4:30
Approved to meet state endorsement requirements
Face-to-face Interactive and engaging
Taught by ESOL teachers trained by AFT (American Federation of Teachers)
Sign up in PLN
FREE to members of PCTA or PESPA
Non-member cost is $200 payable by the second class. No exceptions.
OR
A signed membership form to PCTA or PESPA and a commitment to remain a member for at least a year.
Contact Paula.stephens@floridaea.org or susan.spaulding@floridaea.org with questions.
ESOL Cross-Cultural Communications, Day 4
Must attend all four (4) days to receive credit. July 11, 12, 18, 19.
8:30 - 4:30
Approved to meet state endorsement requirements
Face-to-face Interactive and engaging
Taught by ESOL teachers trained by AFT (American Federation of Teachers)
Sign up in PLN
FREE to members of PCTA or PESPA
Non-member cost is $200 payable by the second class. No exceptions.
OR
A signed membership form to PCTA or PESPA and a commitment to remain a member for at least a year.
Contact Paula.stephens@floridaea.org or susan.spaulding@floridaea.org with questions.
EMBRACE
Event to orient teachers new to Pinellas County, beginning teachers from college, teachers changing grades who would like a little extra support.
PCTA will be present as an exhibitor and present at least session about Knowing Your Contract.
Rep School 2025-2026
Calling all PCTA and PESPA reps!
Only duly elected PCTA Faculty and PESPA Association Representatives may attend.
Intense work in the contracts
The PERC process and vote
How to be the best rep you can be
What you do and don’t do
PCTA & PESPA Retirement Celebration
Graduating Into Retirement
A retirement celebration for PCTA and PESPA members with their union family.
Retirees from January 2025 - August 2025
Lunch will be served.
Please contact susan.spaulding@floridaea.org for more information.
ESOL Testing/Day 3
Must attend all four (4) days to receive credit. June 6, 7, 13,14
· 8:30 - 4:30
· Approved to meet state endorsement requirements
· Face-to-face Interactive and engaging
· Taught by ESOL teachers trained by AFT (American Federation of Teachers)
· Sign up in PLN 133332
· FREE to members of PCTA or PESPA
· Non-member cost is $200 payable by the second class
OR
A signed membership form to PCTA or PESPA and a commitment to remain a member for at least a year.
· Contact Paula.stephens@floridaea.org or susan.spaulding@floridaea.org with questions.
ESOL Linguistics
· Must attend all four (4) days to receive credit. June 9,10,11,12
· 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
· Approved to meet state endorsement requirements
· Face-to-face Interactive and engaging
· Taught by ESOL teachers trained by AFT (American Federation of Teachers)
· Sign up in PLN
· FREE to members of PCTA or PESPA
· Non-member cost is $200 payable by the second class
OR
A signed membership form to PCTA or PESPA and a commitment to remain a member for at least a year.
Contact Paula.stephens@floridaea.org or susan.spaulding@floridaea.org with questions.
ESOL Linguistics
· Must attend all four (4) days to receive credit. June 9,10,11,12
· 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
· Approved to meet state endorsement requirements
· Face-to-face Interactive and engaging
· Taught by ESOL teachers trained by AFT (American Federation of Teachers)
· Sign up in PLN
· FREE to members of PCTA or PESPA
· Non-member cost is $200 payable by the second class
OR
A signed membership form to PCTA or PESPA and a commitment to remain a member for at least a year.
Contact Paula.stephens@floridaea.org or susan.spaulding@floridaea.org with questions.
ESOL Linguistics
· Must attend all four (4) days to receive credit. June 9,10,11,12
· 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
· Approved to meet state endorsement requirements
· Face-to-face Interactive and engaging
· Taught by ESOL teachers trained by AFT (American Federation of Teachers)
· Sign up in PLN
· FREE to members of PCTA or PESPA
· Non-member cost is $200 payable by the second class
OR
A signed membership form to PCTA or PESPA and a commitment to remain a member for at least a year.
Contact Paula.stephens@floridaea.org or susan.spaulding@floridaea.org with questions.
ESOL Linguistics
· Must attend all four (4) days to receive credit. June 9,10,11,12
· 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
· Approved to meet state endorsement requirements
· Face-to-face Interactive and engaging
· Taught by ESOL teachers trained by AFT (American Federation of Teachers)
· Sign up in PLN
· FREE to members of PCTA or PESPA
· Non-member cost is $200 payable by the second class
OR
A signed membership form to PCTA or PESPA and a commitment to remain a member for at least a year.
Contact Paula.stephens@floridaea.org or susan.spaulding@floridaea.org with questions.
ESOL Testing/Day 2
Must attend all four (4) days to receive credit. June 6, 7, 13,14
· 8:30 - 4:30
· Approved to meet state endorsement requirements
· Face-to-face Interactive and engaging
· Taught by ESOL teachers trained by AFT (American Federation of Teachers)
· Sign up in PLN 133332
· FREE to members of PCTA or PESPA
· Non-member cost is $200 payable by the second class
OR
A signed membership form to PCTA or PESPA and a commitment to remain a member for at least a year.
· Contact Paula.stephens@floridaea.org or susan.spaulding@floridaea.org with questions.
ESOL Testing/Day 1
· Must attend all four (4) days to receive credit. June 6, 7, 13,14
· 8:30 - 4:30
· Approved to meet state endorsement requirements
· Face-to-face Interactive and engaging
· Taught by ESOL teachers trained by AFT (American Federation of Teachers)
· Sign up in PLN 133332
· FREE to members of PCTA or PESPA
· Non-member cost is $200 payable by the second class
OR
A signed membership form to PCTA or PESPA and a commitment to remain a member for at least a year.
· Contact Paula.stephens@floridaea.org or susan.spaulding@floridaea.org with questions.
Reading Comp 1
Must attend all sessions: June 2, 3, 4, 5 (No exceptions)
Competency 1 encompasses the reading process with a focus on developing emergent literacy skills and progressing through the phases of word reading, resulting in comprehension as the final outcome. Teachers will develop substantive understanding of six components of reading as a process: oral language, phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary and comprehension. The total inventory of Performance Indicators (A-G) satisfies Competency 1. (60 In-service hours)
Sign up in PLN
FREE to members of PCTA or PESPA
Non-member cost is $200 payable by the second class
OR
submit a membership form to PCTA or PESPA and a commitment to remain a member at least until $200 of dues are collected. https://www.pcta-pespa.org/
Contact paula.stephens@floridaea.org, susan.spaulding@floridaea.org, or pcta-pespa@floridaea.org with specific questions.
ESOL Essentials
· Must attend all four (4) days to receive credit. June 2, 3, 4, 5
· 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
· Approved to meet state endorsement requirements
· Face-to-face Interactive and engaging
· Taught by ESOL teachers trained by AFT (American Federation of Teachers)
· Sign up in PLN
· FREE to members of PCTA or PESPA
· Non-member cost is $200 payable by the second class
OR
A signed membership form to PCTA or PESPA and a commitment to remain a member for at least a year.
Contact Paula.stephens@floridaea.org or susan.spaulding@floridaea.org with questions.
ESOL Essentials
· Must attend all four (4) days to receive credit. June 2, 3, 4, 5
· 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
· Approved to meet state endorsement requirements
· Face-to-face Interactive and engaging
· Taught by ESOL teachers trained by AFT (American Federation of Teachers)
· Sign up in PLN
· FREE to members of PCTA or PESPA
· Non-member cost is $200 payable by the second class
OR
A signed membership form to PCTA or PESPA and a commitment to remain a member for at least a year.
Contact Paula.stephens@floridaea.org or susan.spaulding@floridaea.org with questions.
Reading Comp 1
Must attend all sessions: June 2, 3, 4, 5 (No exceptions)
Competency 1 encompasses the reading process with a focus on developing emergent literacy skills and progressing through the phases of word reading, resulting in comprehension as the final outcome. Teachers will develop substantive understanding of six components of reading as a process: oral language, phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary and comprehension. The total inventory of Performance Indicators (A-G) satisfies Competency 1. (60 In-service hours)
Sign up in PLN
FREE to members of PCTA or PESPA
Non-member cost is $200 payable by the second class
OR
submit a membership form to PCTA or PESPA and a commitment to remain a member at least until $200 of dues are collected. https://www.pcta-pespa.org/
Contact paula.stephens@floridaea.org, susan.spaulding@floridaea.org, or pcta-pespa@floridaea.org with specific questions.
ESOL Essentials
· Must attend all four (4) days to receive credit. June 2, 3, 4, 5
· 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
· Approved to meet state endorsement requirements
· Face-to-face Interactive and engaging
· Taught by ESOL teachers trained by AFT (American Federation of Teachers)
· Sign up in PLN
· FREE to members of PCTA or PESPA
· Non-member cost is $200 payable by the second class
OR
A signed membership form to PCTA or PESPA and a commitment to remain a member for at least a year.
Contact paula.stephens@floridaea.org, susan.spaulding@floridaea.org, or pcta-pespa@floridaea.org with specific questions. .
Reading Comp 1
Must attend all sessions: June 2, 3, 4, 5 (No exceptions)
Competency 1 encompasses the reading process with a focus on developing emergent literacy skills and progressing through the phases of word reading, resulting in comprehension as the final outcome. Teachers will develop substantive understanding of six components of reading as a process: oral language, phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary and comprehension. The total inventory of Performance Indicators (A-G) satisfies Competency 1. (60 In-service hours)
Sign up in PLN
FREE to members of PCTA or PESPA
Non-member cost is $200 payable by the second class
OR
submit a membership form to PCTA or PESPA and a commitment to remain a member at least until $200 of dues are collected. https://www.pcta-pespa.org/
Contact paula.stephens@floridaea.org, susan.spaulding@floridaea.org, or pcta-pespa@floridaea.org with specific questions.
ESOL Essentials
· Must attend all four (4) days to receive credit. June 2, 3, 4, 5
· 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
· Approved to meet state endorsement requirements
· Face-to-face Interactive and engaging
· Taught by ESOL teachers trained by AFT (American Federation of Teachers)
· Sign up in PLN
· FREE to members of PCTA or PESPA
· Non-member cost is $200 payable by the second class
OR
A signed membership form to PCTA or PESPA and a commitment to remain a member for at least a year.
Contact paula.stephens@floridaea.org, susan.spaulding@floridaea.org, or pcta-pespa@floridaea.org with specific questions.
Reading Comp 1
Must attend all sessions: June 2, 3, 4, 5 (No exceptions)
Competency 1 encompasses the reading process with a focus on developing emergent literacy skills and progressing through the phases of word reading, resulting in comprehension as the final outcome. Teachers will develop substantive understanding of six components of reading as a process: oral language, phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary and comprehension. The total inventory of Performance Indicators (A-G) satisfies Competency 1. (60 In-service hours)
Sign up in PLN
FREE to members of PCTA or PESPA
Non-member cost is $200 payable by the second class
OR
submit a membership form to PCTA or PESPA and a commitment to remain a member at least until $200 of dues are collected. https://www.pcta-pespa.org/
Contact paula.stephens@floridaea.org, susan.spaulding@floridaea.org, or pcta-pespa@floridaea.org with specific questions.
ESOL Curriculum
Must attend all four (4) days to receive credit. April 26, May 3, 24, 31
· 8:30 - 4:30
· Approved to meet state endorsement requirements
· Face-to-face Interactive and engaging
· Taught by ESOL teachers trained by AFT (American Federation of Teachers)
· Sign up in PLN #19831
· FREE to members of PCTA or PESPA
· Non-member cost is $200 payable by the second class
OR
An approved electronic membership application to PCTA or PESPA and a commitment to remain a member for at least a year.
Contact paula.stephens@floridaea.org, susan.spaulding@floridaea.org, or pcta-pespa@floridaea.org with specific questions.
ESE/Reading
Face to Face class
This 40-hour Reading/ESE course was created to fulfill the Florida statute requirement for renewal or reinstatement of a professional certificate under rule 6A-4.0051. (7)(b) states, “an educator may use earned credit for both the purposes of paragraphs (6)(a) and (7)(a) of this rule. Rule 6A-4.0051 Renewal and Reinstatement of a Professional Certificate is included below.
This course prepares educators to offer evidence-based instruction and interventions specifically designed for students with characteristics of dyslexia, including the use of explicit, systematic, and sequential approaches to reading instruction that develops phonological and phonemic awareness, decoding, and implementing multisensory intervention strategies. This course focuses on instruction in reading including oral language, phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. In addition, participants also learn about The Science of Reading as well as interventions required for students with reading challenges including ELLs, dyslexia, ADHD, SLD, and additional special needs.
Participants must attend ALL sessions and complete all assignments to receive credit. May 10, 17, 24, 31
Classes are FREE for PCTA or PESPA members.
Fees for non-members:
$200 payable at the first session (make check out to PCTA)
OR
Completed PCTA or PESPA membership online document. Must remain a member until at least $200 in due has been collected.
Contact paula.stephens@floridaea.org, susan.spaulding@floridaea.org, or pcta-pespa@floridaea.org with specific questions.
Teacher Work Day/Last day for 10-month instructional staff
Trade Day option for 10-month instructional
ESOL Curriculum
Must attend all four (4) days to receive credit. April 26, May 3, 24, 31
· 8:30 - 4:30
· Approved to meet state endorsement requirements
· Face-to-face Interactive and engaging
· Taught by ESOL teachers trained by AFT (American Federation of Teachers)
· Sign up in PLN #19831
· FREE to members of PCTA or PESPA
· Non-member cost is $200 payable by the second class
OR
An approved electronic membership application to PCTA or PESPA and a commitment to remain a member for at least a year.
Contact paula.stephens@floridaea.org, susan.spaulding@floridaea.org, or pcta-pespa@floridaea.org with specific questions.
ESE/Reading
Face to Face class
This 40-hour Reading/ESE course was created to fulfill the Florida statute requirement for renewal or reinstatement of a professional certificate under rule 6A-4.0051. (7)(b) states, “an educator may use earned credit for both the purposes of paragraphs (6)(a) and (7)(a) of this rule. Rule 6A-4.0051 Renewal and Reinstatement of a Professional Certificate is included below.
This course prepares educators to offer evidence-based instruction and interventions specifically designed for students with characteristics of dyslexia, including the use of explicit, systematic, and sequential approaches to reading instruction that develops phonological and phonemic awareness, decoding, and implementing multisensory intervention strategies. This course focuses on instruction in reading including oral language, phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. In addition, participants also learn about The Science of Reading as well as interventions required for students with reading challenges including ELLs, dyslexia, ADHD, SLD, and additional special needs.
Participants must attend ALL sessions and complete all assignments to receive credit. May 10, 17, 24, 31
Classes are FREE for PCTA or PESPA members.
Fees for non-members:
$200 payable at the first session (make check out to PCTA)
OR
Completed PCTA or PESPA membership online document. Must remain a member until at least $200 in due has been collected.
Contact Kimberly Skukalek at skukalek.edu@gmail.com or pcta-pespa@floridaea.org with specific questions.
Embracing AI, Part 1
Face-to-face Interactive and engaging
Sign up in PLN
FREE to members of PCTA or PESPA
Non-member cost is $60 payable at the class.
OR
A signed membership form to PCTA or PESPA and a commitment to remain a member for at least a year.
Contact Paula.stephens@floridaea.org or susan.spaulding@floridaea.org with questions.
ESE/Reading
Face to Face class
This 40-hour Reading/ESE course was created to fulfill the Florida statute requirement for renewal or reinstatement of a professional certificate under rule 6A-4.0051. (7)(b) states, “an educator may use earned credit for both the purposes of paragraphs (6)(a) and (7)(a) of this rule. Rule 6A-4.0051 Renewal and Reinstatement of a Professional Certificate is included below.
This course prepares educators to offer evidence-based instruction and interventions specifically designed for students with characteristics of dyslexia, including the use of explicit, systematic, and sequential approaches to reading instruction that develops phonological and phonemic awareness, decoding, and implementing multisensory intervention strategies. This course focuses on instruction in reading including oral language, phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. In addition, participants also learn about The Science of Reading as well as interventions required for students with reading challenges including ELLs, dyslexia, ADHD, SLD, and additional special needs.
Participants must attend ALL sessions and complete all assignments to receive credit. May 10, 17, 24, 31
Classes are FREE for PCTA or PESPA members.
Fees for non-members:
$200 payable at the first session (make check out to PCTA)
OR
Completed PCTA or PESPA membership online document. Must remain a member until at least $200 in due has been collected.
Contact paula.stephens@floridaea.org, susan.spaulding@floridaea.org, or pcta-pespa@floridaea.org with specific questions.
Reading Comp 2
ZOOM class
Must attend all sessions: April 15, 17, 22, 24, May 6, 8, 13,15 (No exceptions)
Teachers will apply the principles of explicit, systematic and sequential evidence-based reading instruction and scaffold student learning while
integrating the six components of reading. Teachers will engage in the systematic problem-solving process to identify students with reading
difficulties, including identification of students with characteristics of dyslexia, provide appropriate interventions and conduct effective progress
monitoring. The total inventory of Performance Indicators (A-G) satisfies Competency 2. (60 In-service hours) Sign up in PLN
FREE to members of PCTA or PESPA
Non-member cost is $200 payable by the second class
OR
submit a membership form to PCTA or PESPA and a commitment to remain a member at least until $200 of dues are collected. https://www.pcta-pespa.org/
Contact paula.stephens@floridaea.org, susan.spaulding@floridaea.org, or pcta-pespa@floridaea.org with specific questions.
Government Relations/Human and Civil Rights
Zoom Link: https://aft.zoom.us/j/97364030293?pwd=OBzE7QGc3jSXNLhemBggQGJIsSdetp.1
Meeting ID: 973 6403 0293
Passcode: 885822
Reading Comp 2
ZOOM class
Must attend all sessions: April 15, 17, 22, 24, May 6, 8, 13,15 (No exceptions)
Teachers will apply the principles of explicit, systematic and sequential evidence-based reading instruction and scaffold student learning while
integrating the six components of reading. Teachers will engage in the systematic problem-solving process to identify students with reading
difficulties, including identification of students with characteristics of dyslexia, provide appropriate interventions and conduct effective progress
monitoring. The total inventory of Performance Indicators (A-G) satisfies Competency 2. (60 In-service hours) Sign up in PLN
FREE to members of PCTA or PESPA
Non-member cost is $200 payable by the second class
OR
submit a membership form to PCTA or PESPA and a commitment to remain a member at least until $200 of dues are collected. https://www.pcta-pespa.org/
Contact Kimberly Skukalak at skukalek.edu@gmail.com or pcta-pespa@floridaea.org with questions.