By Leigh Buettler, M.S.Ed.
There’s a lot going on in the world right now, especially in the world of education. As summer grows near, with the school year close behind it, thinking about upcoming professional development options can be stressful or overwhelming. The Stern Center is here to help you take the stress out of the planning and the process – we have lots of professional learning options to fit your schedule and your budget!
I’m also thrilled to share that you can take advantage of an exclusive opportunity to learn now and save! From April 30 through June 30, when you sign up for ANY Stern Center Professional Learning workshop or course, you’ll receive FREE access to your choice of one additional high-value webinar. Watch your free webinar this summer, or any time in the next six months. We’ve curated the list as a special thank you to all who say YES to knowing more.
Boosting your knowledge doesn’t have to be overwhelming, complicated, or slow. The Stern Center clears the clutter and gives you more value in less time. We have lots of new workshops, asynchronous webinars & courses, and coaching opportunities for you to grow your knowledge and skills.
Our content is:
Practical – Real classroom strategies teachers can use right away
Flexible – Learn anytime, anywhere, at your own pace
Budget-Friendly – High-quality PD without the high cost
Targeted – Perfect for new teachers or anyone wanting to strengthen their literacy instruction
Available Topics Include:
- Building a Foundational Understanding of Structured Literacy
- Phonics Lesson Planning
- Phonics Fun: Low-Prep, High-Engagement Games and Activities for Reinforcing Phonics Concepts
- Getting the Most Out of Decodable Texts
- Building Student Independence and Engagement
- Evidence-based Writing Instruction
- And more!
Bundle & Save: Our asynchronous, interactive workshop series offer multiple sessions at a reduced rate—ideal for schools, grade-level teams, or individual teachers looking for deeper learning across topics.
- Putting Adolescent Literacy in Focus Three-Part Course
- What About Writing? Webinar Series
- Foundations of Reading Webinar Series
- Language Comprehension Webinar Series
Explore our professional development opportunities that make learning simpler, smarter, and more sustainable.
Whether you’re onboarding new hires, supporting teachers fresh out of their preparatory programs, or simply looking to offer or take meaningful PD without stretching your budget, our asynchronous webinars, workshops, coaching, and training series have you covered.
As always, if you’re interested in a private, customized learning experience for your school or organization, we’re happy to design professional development that aligns with the specific needs of your teachers or team. Whether you’re looking to dive deeper into a particular topic or build capacity across a broader area, we’d love to collaborate and create something meaningful together. Please contact me at lbuettler@sterncenter.org.
