Out-Of-District PD
The out of district professional learning opportunities listed below may be of interest to Worthington Schools staff members. Please note that professional learning opportunities listed on this page are not necessarily funded by Worthington Schools.
Step-by-step instructions on how to apply, secure professional days, access professional learning funds, and attend out of district conferences.
Ongoing Opportunities
Ohio Professional Learning Directory
A curated catalog of professional learning resources providing educators with more choice and content providers with better access to those seeking professional learning across Ohio
Ashland Professional Development Services at Columbus Center
Gifted Education and Leadership/School Improvement courses available in partnership with Ohio Leadership Advisory Council
Communicate Institute & Walsh University
Online self-paced and live remote options available
Resource hosted by InfOhio includes a curriculum library and professional learning opportunities
Learning Management System for Ohio Education
Access through your OH/ID account; includes Formative Instructional Practices (FIP) modules, the Culturally Responsive Practice Program, Positive Behavioral Interventions, the Grades K-3 Introduction to Dyslexia Course, and more
Access Ohio Learning Standards, Assessments, Model Curricula, and Resources. Recorded sessions (across all content areas) for Building Bridges for Educators are available at https://tinyurl.com/OHBBE
Ohio Leadership Advisory Council Modules (OLAC)
Includes modules on Instruction, Assessment, Learning Supports, Teams Using Data Wisely, Gifted Education, Culturally Responsive Practices, and more; Ashland credit is available for module completion
Ohio State offers a number of endorsements and graduate certificates under professional development.
Online professional development courses for grades 6-12 science and social studies educators
Limited Time Events
Courses include Breaking Down Bias: Championing Equitable and Inclusive Classrooms (20 contact hours) and Anti-Immigrant Bias: Educators Championing Justice (7 contact hours).
Harvard Graduate School of Education Teaching Students To Ask Their Own Questions
July 9-29, 2024 (online asynchronous) - Teach your students to formulate effective questions, and to use effective questioning to pursue their interests, navigate complex situations, and solve problems.
Harvard Graduate School of Education Universal Design For Learning: Explore
July 10-30, 2024 (online asynchronous) - Develop a deeper understanding of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and gain the knowledge and confidence to design learning environments that increase access to engaging, meaningful learning experiences for all students.
Savvas SIOP Model Virtual Professional Learning Events
June, July, August dates available - This virtual professional learning experience, developed in collaboration with the SIOP® authors, provides participants with a comprehensive overview of the SIOP® Model and guidance on how to implement the model in any lesson so that all students benefit – especially English learners (ELs)/ Multilingual learners (MLs, MLLs).
August 2-3, 2024 - Seesaw Connect is a free, live virtual conference designed by educators, offering inspiration, fostering professional growth, and energizing teachers and administrators for the school year. Register for live and on-demand access.