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FOR SESSIONS TAKING PLACE AFTER JUNE 9, 2026 PLEASE ACCESS THE SY27 SCHED EVENT PAGE.  In this SY26 SCHED EVENT PAGE you will find registration for professional learning sessions offered from the CPS Office of Teaching and Learning TAKING PLACE  BEFORE JUNE 9, 2026. n this SY26 Chicago Public Schools Sched Event Page you will find registration for professional learning offered from the CPS Office of Teaching and Learning and Skyline specific opportunities.

Please note, to access district-wide offerings of professional learning opportunities you may view the Employee Intranet Professional Learning Calendar (filter the calendar by professional learning on the left).


SY26 SKYLINE PROFESSIONAL LEARNING

Teacher Professional Learning. Teachers are provided with comprehensive support when launching the Skyline curriculum through asynchronous and in-person sessions, as well as ongoing offerings to sustain and deepen successful implementation.
  • Skyline Essentials Badges: Asynchronous self-paced professional learning essential for those who are implementing and/or supporting the implementation of Skyline. Badges can be found here. Teachers earn 1 ISBE credit hour for each completed badge. As of April 1, 2025, compensation is not available for badge completion.  
  • Skyline 101s: In-person, day-long sessions that prepare teachers and leaders for successful implementation of Skyline. Sessions will run June 16, 2025 through the summer.
  • Ongoing Support: Throughout the school year, CPS content specialists provide ongoing professional learning opportunities tailored to both newly implementing teachers and more experienced users of the curriculum.

School Leader and Network Leader Professional Learning. School leaders and network leaders have access to professional learning that helps them apply high-leverage leadership practices that are especially impactful for implementation of HQ curriculum. 

  • Leading Implementation of the Skyline Curriculum: This in-person, day-long launch session is for school leaders, school-based coaches, and network/district coaches who support schools with curriculum implementation. Leaders will leave the session prepared to implement high-leverage leadership and coaching practices that matter most for successful curriculum implementation. Sessions will run May 27, 2025 through the summer.

  • Ongoing Support: Throughout the school year, the CPS professional learning team provides ongoing opportunities for school and network leaders to strengthen their leadership of Skyline curriculum implementation.

Payment / ISBE Credit Hours

  • Teachers will receive ISBE Hours for each Skyline Essentials badge completed. As of April 1, 2025, no compensation will be provided for completion of Skyline Essentials badges. Teachers will receive ISBE Hours for attending PL sessions. Eligibile staff will also be compensated at the non-instructional rate per hour for their attendance at Skyline PL sessions that occur outside of regularly contracted hours. Teachers must be fully contracted and onboarded at the time of the session, attend the full duration of the session, and complete the attendance/exit slip form to receive payment and ISBE Hours. Please find more payment information in the Skyline Payment One-Pager.



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Monday, June 16
 

9:00am CDT

Skyline 101 for Year 1 Adopting Teachers (6-8th Math )
Monday June 16, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
This PL session will guide participants in understanding an integrity-driven approach to implementing Skyline, enabling them to identify and plan for key instructional practices and navigate the curriculum's digital ecosystem. Participants will gain practical experience in applying these principles to enhance instruction and support priority student groups.
Speakers
avatar for Nicole Constantinidis

Nicole Constantinidis

Mathematics Specialist Gr. 6-8, Chicago Public Schools
I love supporting teachers, coaches, and administrators in thinking about Math -- how we create access for all learners, how we plan and engage in high quality tasks, and how we reflect to determine "just in time supports."
avatar for Jennifer Czarnecki

Jennifer Czarnecki

Mathematics Specialist, Gr. 6-8 (6th), Chicago Public Schools
Monday June 16, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
AVI gym, 2800 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60608 2800 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60608

9:00am CDT

Skyline 101 for Year 1 Adopting Teachers (Math K-5)
Monday June 16, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
This PL session will guide participants in understanding an integrity-driven approach to implementing Skyline, enabling them to identify and plan for key instructional practices and navigate the curriculum's digital ecosystem. Participants will gain practical experience in applying these principles to enhance instruction and support priority student groups.
Speakers
avatar for Shanteau Allen

Shanteau Allen

Mathematics Specialist Gr. K-5 (4th), Chicago Public Schools
I am excited in my role as a K-5 Math Content Specialist to be supporting schools, administrators, educators, and students in all things math!
avatar for Colum Dillon

Colum Dillon

Math Content Specialist • STEM Programs, Chicago Public Schools
My time teaching in CPS has taught me the significance of inquiry and creative problem solving in robust STEM classrooms. I am so excited to support yours! Before joining the K-5 math specialist team, I taught 4th and 6th grade math in CPS. I have significant experience in multilingual... Read More →
avatar for Alanna Mertens

Alanna Mertens

K-5 Math Manager, Chicago Public Schools
I jumped into the role as K-5 Math Manager in the Department of STEM in SY23. I have been teaching math and supporting math instruction in CPS for 30+ years. I am thrilled to lead a team of dedicated educators who think deeply about ways to bring joy and deep understanding to math... Read More →
Monday June 16, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
AVI Language Labs - 2800 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60608 2800 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60608
 
Tuesday, July 1
 

9:00am CDT

Skyline 101 for Year 1 Adopting Teachers (Math K-5)
Tuesday July 1, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
This PL session will guide participants in understanding an integrity-driven approach to implementing Skyline, enabling them to identify and plan for key instructional practices and navigate the curriculum's digital ecosystem. Participants will gain practical experience in applying these principles to enhance instruction and support priority student groups.
Speakers
avatar for Colum Dillon

Colum Dillon

Math Content Specialist • STEM Programs, Chicago Public Schools
My time teaching in CPS has taught me the significance of inquiry and creative problem solving in robust STEM classrooms. I am so excited to support yours! Before joining the K-5 math specialist team, I taught 4th and 6th grade math in CPS. I have significant experience in multilingual... Read More →
avatar for Alanna Mertens

Alanna Mertens

K-5 Math Manager, Chicago Public Schools
I jumped into the role as K-5 Math Manager in the Department of STEM in SY23. I have been teaching math and supporting math instruction in CPS for 30+ years. I am thrilled to lead a team of dedicated educators who think deeply about ways to bring joy and deep understanding to math... Read More →
Tuesday July 1, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Garfield Park 139, 2651 W. WASHINGTON BLVD. 2651 W. WASHINGTON BLVD.
 
Wednesday, July 30
 

9:00am CDT

Skyline 101 for Year 1 Adopting Teachers (Math HS)
Wednesday July 30, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
This PL session will guide participants in understanding an integrity-driven approach to implementing Skyline, enabling them to identify and plan for key instructional practices and navigate the curriculum's digital ecosystem. Participants will gain practical experience in applying these principles to enhance instruction and support priority student groups.
Speakers
JT

Jill Tani

Chicago Public Schools
Wednesday July 30, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Garfield Park 335, 2651 W. WASHINGTON BLVD. 2651 W. WASHINGTON BLVD.
 
Thursday, July 31
 

9:00am CDT

Skyline 101 for Year 1 Adopting Teachers (Math 6-8)
Thursday July 31, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
This PL session will guide participants in understanding an integrity-driven approach to implementing Skyline, enabling them to identify and plan for key instructional practices and navigate the curriculum's digital ecosystem. Participants will gain practical experience in applying these principles to enhance instruction and support priority student groups.
Speakers
avatar for Nicole Constantinidis

Nicole Constantinidis

Mathematics Specialist Gr. 6-8, Chicago Public Schools
I love supporting teachers, coaches, and administrators in thinking about Math -- how we create access for all learners, how we plan and engage in high quality tasks, and how we reflect to determine "just in time supports."
avatar for Jennifer Czarnecki

Jennifer Czarnecki

Mathematics Specialist, Gr. 6-8 (6th), Chicago Public Schools
Thursday July 31, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Garfield Park 335, 2651 W. WASHINGTON BLVD. 2651 W. WASHINGTON BLVD.

9:00am CDT

Skyline 101 for Year 1 Adopting Teachers (Math K-5)
Thursday July 31, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
This PL session will guide participants in understanding an integrity-driven approach to implementing Skyline, enabling them to identify and plan for key instructional practices and navigate the curriculum's digital ecosystem. Participants will gain practical experience in applying these principles to enhance instruction and support priority student groups.
Speakers
avatar for Colum Dillon

Colum Dillon

Math Content Specialist • STEM Programs, Chicago Public Schools
My time teaching in CPS has taught me the significance of inquiry and creative problem solving in robust STEM classrooms. I am so excited to support yours! Before joining the K-5 math specialist team, I taught 4th and 6th grade math in CPS. I have significant experience in multilingual... Read More →
avatar for Alanna Mertens

Alanna Mertens

K-5 Math Manager, Chicago Public Schools
I jumped into the role as K-5 Math Manager in the Department of STEM in SY23. I have been teaching math and supporting math instruction in CPS for 30+ years. I am thrilled to lead a team of dedicated educators who think deeply about ways to bring joy and deep understanding to math... Read More →
avatar for Alexis Stokes

Alexis Stokes

Math Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools
I joined the CPS Department of STEM in 2022 as a Math Content Specialist, supporting K-5 Math. I began my career in CPS in 2003 as a classroom teacher, and I have experience as a mentor teacher, coach, and intervention lead. I am excited to have the opportunity to learn from and with... Read More →
avatar for Candace Davis

Candace Davis

K-5 Math Content Specialist, STEM Programs, Chicago Public Schools
I have had an opportunity to serve within CPS as a primary teacher for the last 15 years. During my tenure, I have had the most rewarding experience fostering the joy of learning with our youngest students. And now in this role as a math content specialist, I take much pride in building... Read More →
Thursday July 31, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Garfield Park 151, 2651 W. WASHINGTON BLVD. 2651 W. WASHINGTON BLVD.
 
Monday, August 11
 

9:00am CDT

Math-6-8-Unit 1 Internalization (Skyline)
Monday August 11, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Look forward to getting hands-on with this curriculum and collaborating with your colleagues who are also teaching Skyline! You’ll work as a team to explore core components of the curriculum, experience the key instructional shifts as both a teacher and a learner and get guided practice with the digital learning ecosystem. You’ll dig deeply into your next unit and leave with a head start on your unit internalization plan!
Speakers
avatar for Nicole Constantinidis

Nicole Constantinidis

Mathematics Specialist Gr. 6-8, Chicago Public Schools
I love supporting teachers, coaches, and administrators in thinking about Math -- how we create access for all learners, how we plan and engage in high quality tasks, and how we reflect to determine "just in time supports."
avatar for Jennifer Czarnecki

Jennifer Czarnecki

Mathematics Specialist, Gr. 6-8 (6th), Chicago Public Schools
Monday August 11, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Skinner West, MP Room, 1260 W Adams St 1260 W Adams St
 
Tuesday, August 12
 

9:00am CDT

Math 3-5 Unit 2 Internalization
Tuesday August 12, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Look forward to digging into effective instruction through a day of hands-on math and collaboration. You’ll work as a grade band team to explore core components of the curriculum, experience the key instructional shifts as both a teacher and a learner. You will dig deeply into the math expectations and learning of Unit 2 with your grade level colleagues and Math Specialist.
Speakers
avatar for Shanteau Allen

Shanteau Allen

Mathematics Specialist Gr. K-5 (4th), Chicago Public Schools
I am excited in my role as a K-5 Math Content Specialist to be supporting schools, administrators, educators, and students in all things math!
avatar for Colum Dillon

Colum Dillon

Math Content Specialist • STEM Programs, Chicago Public Schools
My time teaching in CPS has taught me the significance of inquiry and creative problem solving in robust STEM classrooms. I am so excited to support yours! Before joining the K-5 math specialist team, I taught 4th and 6th grade math in CPS. I have significant experience in multilingual... Read More →
avatar for Alanna Mertens

Alanna Mertens

K-5 Math Manager, Chicago Public Schools
I jumped into the role as K-5 Math Manager in the Department of STEM in SY23. I have been teaching math and supporting math instruction in CPS for 30+ years. I am thrilled to lead a team of dedicated educators who think deeply about ways to bring joy and deep understanding to math... Read More →
avatar for Alexis Stokes

Alexis Stokes

Math Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools
I joined the CPS Department of STEM in 2022 as a Math Content Specialist, supporting K-5 Math. I began my career in CPS in 2003 as a classroom teacher, and I have experience as a mentor teacher, coach, and intervention lead. I am excited to have the opportunity to learn from and with... Read More →
Tuesday August 12, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
AVI Language Labs - 2800 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60608 2800 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60608

9:00am CDT

Math K-2 Unit 2 Internalization
Tuesday August 12, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Look forward to digging into effective instruction through a day of hands-on math and collaboration. You’ll work as a grade band team to explore core components of the curriculum, experience the key instructional shifts as both a teacher and a learner. You will dig deeply into the math expectations and learning of Skyline Unit 2 with your grade level colleagues and Math Specialist.
Speakers
avatar for Alanna Mertens

Alanna Mertens

K-5 Math Manager, Chicago Public Schools
I jumped into the role as K-5 Math Manager in the Department of STEM in SY23. I have been teaching math and supporting math instruction in CPS for 30+ years. I am thrilled to lead a team of dedicated educators who think deeply about ways to bring joy and deep understanding to math... Read More →
avatar for Candace Davis

Candace Davis

K-5 Math Content Specialist, STEM Programs, Chicago Public Schools
I have had an opportunity to serve within CPS as a primary teacher for the last 15 years. During my tenure, I have had the most rewarding experience fostering the joy of learning with our youngest students. And now in this role as a math content specialist, I take much pride in building... Read More →
Tuesday August 12, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
AVI gym, 2800 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60608 2800 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60608
 
Tuesday, September 9
 

9:00am CDT

Math-6-8-Unit 2 Internalization (Skyline)
Tuesday September 9, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Look forward to getting hands-on with this curriculum and collaborating with your colleagues who are also teaching Skyline! You’ll work as a team to explore core components of the curriculum, experience the key instructional shifts as both a teacher and a learner and get guided practice with the digital learning ecosystem. You’ll dig deeply into your next unit and leave with a head start on your unit internalization plan!
Speakers
avatar for Nicole Constantinidis

Nicole Constantinidis

Mathematics Specialist Gr. 6-8, Chicago Public Schools
I love supporting teachers, coaches, and administrators in thinking about Math -- how we create access for all learners, how we plan and engage in high quality tasks, and how we reflect to determine "just in time supports."
avatar for Jennifer Czarnecki

Jennifer Czarnecki

Mathematics Specialist, Gr. 6-8 (6th), Chicago Public Schools
Tuesday September 9, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Garfield Park 235, 2651 W. WASHINGTON BLVD. 2651 W. WASHINGTON BLVD.
 
Friday, September 26
 

9:00am CDT

Math-3-5-Unit Internalization 3 (Skyline)
Friday September 26, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Look forward to digging into effective instruction through a day of hands-on math and collaboration. You’ll work as a grade band team to explore core components of the curriculum, experience the key instructional shifts as both a teacher and a learner. You will dig deeply into the math expectations and learning of Unit 3 with your grade level colleagues and Math Specialist.
Speakers
avatar for Shanteau Allen

Shanteau Allen

Mathematics Specialist Gr. K-5 (4th), Chicago Public Schools
I am excited in my role as a K-5 Math Content Specialist to be supporting schools, administrators, educators, and students in all things math!
avatar for Colum Dillon

Colum Dillon

Math Content Specialist • STEM Programs, Chicago Public Schools
My time teaching in CPS has taught me the significance of inquiry and creative problem solving in robust STEM classrooms. I am so excited to support yours! Before joining the K-5 math specialist team, I taught 4th and 6th grade math in CPS. I have significant experience in multilingual... Read More →
avatar for Alanna Mertens

Alanna Mertens

K-5 Math Manager, Chicago Public Schools
I jumped into the role as K-5 Math Manager in the Department of STEM in SY23. I have been teaching math and supporting math instruction in CPS for 30+ years. I am thrilled to lead a team of dedicated educators who think deeply about ways to bring joy and deep understanding to math... Read More →
avatar for Alexis Stokes

Alexis Stokes

Math Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools
I joined the CPS Department of STEM in 2022 as a Math Content Specialist, supporting K-5 Math. I began my career in CPS in 2003 as a classroom teacher, and I have experience as a mentor teacher, coach, and intervention lead. I am excited to have the opportunity to learn from and with... Read More →
Friday September 26, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
AVI Language Labs - 2800 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60608 2800 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60608

9:00am CDT

Math-6-8-Unit 3 Internalization (Skyline)
Friday September 26, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Look forward to getting hands-on with this curriculum and collaborating with your colleagues who are also teaching Skyline! You’ll work as a team to explore core components of the curriculum, experience the key instructional shifts as both a teacher and a learner and get guided practice with the digital learning ecosystem. You’ll dig deeply into your next unit and leave with a head start on your unit internalization plan!
Speakers
avatar for Nicole Constantinidis

Nicole Constantinidis

Mathematics Specialist Gr. 6-8, Chicago Public Schools
I love supporting teachers, coaches, and administrators in thinking about Math -- how we create access for all learners, how we plan and engage in high quality tasks, and how we reflect to determine "just in time supports."
avatar for Jennifer Czarnecki

Jennifer Czarnecki

Mathematics Specialist, Gr. 6-8 (6th), Chicago Public Schools
Friday September 26, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
NTA - Library, 55 W Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL 60616 55 W Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL 60616

9:00am CDT

Math-K-2-Unit Internalization 3 (Skyline)
Friday September 26, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Look forward to digging into effective instruction through a day of hands-on math and collaboration. You’ll work as a grade band team to explore core components of the curriculum, experience the key instructional shifts as both a teacher and a learner. You will dig deeply into the math expectations and learning of Unit 3 with your grade level colleagues and Math Specialist.
Speakers
avatar for Sophia Chung

Sophia Chung

Math Content Specialist • STEM Programs, Chicago Public Schools
My passion is in inspiring Elementary Math Educators to create meaningful and engaging experiences for their students. As a former CPS Elementary Math educator of ten years, I have first hand experience of how lonely and isolating teaching can be. I quickly learned than I was not... Read More →
avatar for Alanna Mertens

Alanna Mertens

K-5 Math Manager, Chicago Public Schools
I jumped into the role as K-5 Math Manager in the Department of STEM in SY23. I have been teaching math and supporting math instruction in CPS for 30+ years. I am thrilled to lead a team of dedicated educators who think deeply about ways to bring joy and deep understanding to math... Read More →
avatar for Candace Davis

Candace Davis

K-5 Math Content Specialist, STEM Programs, Chicago Public Schools
I have had an opportunity to serve within CPS as a primary teacher for the last 15 years. During my tenure, I have had the most rewarding experience fostering the joy of learning with our youngest students. And now in this role as a math content specialist, I take much pride in building... Read More →
Friday September 26, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
AVI gym, 2800 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60608 2800 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60608
 
Monday, October 20
 

9:00am CDT

Math-K-2-Unit 4 Internalization (Skyline)
Monday October 20, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Look forward to digging into effective instruction through a day of hands-on math and collaboration. You’ll work as a grade band team to explore core components of the curriculum, experience the key instructional shifts as both a teacher and a learner. You will dig deeply into the math expectations and learning of Unit 4 with your grade level colleagues and Math Specialist.
Speakers
avatar for Sophia Chung

Sophia Chung

Math Content Specialist • STEM Programs, Chicago Public Schools
My passion is in inspiring Elementary Math Educators to create meaningful and engaging experiences for their students. As a former CPS Elementary Math educator of ten years, I have first hand experience of how lonely and isolating teaching can be. I quickly learned than I was not... Read More →
avatar for Alanna Mertens

Alanna Mertens

K-5 Math Manager, Chicago Public Schools
I jumped into the role as K-5 Math Manager in the Department of STEM in SY23. I have been teaching math and supporting math instruction in CPS for 30+ years. I am thrilled to lead a team of dedicated educators who think deeply about ways to bring joy and deep understanding to math... Read More →
avatar for Candace Davis

Candace Davis

K-5 Math Content Specialist, STEM Programs, Chicago Public Schools
I have had an opportunity to serve within CPS as a primary teacher for the last 15 years. During my tenure, I have had the most rewarding experience fostering the joy of learning with our youngest students. And now in this role as a math content specialist, I take much pride in building... Read More →
Monday October 20, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Garfield Park 151, 2651 W. WASHINGTON BLVD. 2651 W. WASHINGTON BLVD.
 
Wednesday, October 22
 

9:00am CDT

Math-3-5-Unit 4 Internalization (Skyline)
Wednesday October 22, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Look forward to digging into effective instruction through a day of hands-on math and collaboration. You’ll work as a grade band team to explore core components of the curriculum, experience the key instructional shifts as both a teacher and a learner. You will dig deeply into the math expectations and learning of Unit 4 with your grade level colleagues and Math Specialist.
Speakers
avatar for Shanteau Allen

Shanteau Allen

Mathematics Specialist Gr. K-5 (4th), Chicago Public Schools
I am excited in my role as a K-5 Math Content Specialist to be supporting schools, administrators, educators, and students in all things math!
avatar for Colum Dillon

Colum Dillon

Math Content Specialist • STEM Programs, Chicago Public Schools
My time teaching in CPS has taught me the significance of inquiry and creative problem solving in robust STEM classrooms. I am so excited to support yours! Before joining the K-5 math specialist team, I taught 4th and 6th grade math in CPS. I have significant experience in multilingual... Read More →
avatar for Alanna Mertens

Alanna Mertens

K-5 Math Manager, Chicago Public Schools
I jumped into the role as K-5 Math Manager in the Department of STEM in SY23. I have been teaching math and supporting math instruction in CPS for 30+ years. I am thrilled to lead a team of dedicated educators who think deeply about ways to bring joy and deep understanding to math... Read More →
avatar for Alexis Stokes

Alexis Stokes

Math Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools
I joined the CPS Department of STEM in 2022 as a Math Content Specialist, supporting K-5 Math. I began my career in CPS in 2003 as a classroom teacher, and I have experience as a mentor teacher, coach, and intervention lead. I am excited to have the opportunity to learn from and with... Read More →
Wednesday October 22, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Garfield Park 235, 2651 W. WASHINGTON BLVD. 2651 W. WASHINGTON BLVD.
 
Wednesday, October 29
 

9:00am CDT

Math-6-8-Unit 4 Internalization (Skyline)
Wednesday October 29, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Look forward to getting hands-on with this curriculum and collaborating with your colleagues who are also teaching Skyline! You’ll work as a team to explore core components of the curriculum, experience the key instructional shifts as both a teacher and a learner and get guided practice with the digital learning ecosystem. You’ll dig deeply into your next unit and leave with a head start on your unit internalization plan!
Speakers
avatar for Nicole Constantinidis

Nicole Constantinidis

Mathematics Specialist Gr. 6-8, Chicago Public Schools
I love supporting teachers, coaches, and administrators in thinking about Math -- how we create access for all learners, how we plan and engage in high quality tasks, and how we reflect to determine "just in time supports."
avatar for Jennifer Czarnecki

Jennifer Czarnecki

Mathematics Specialist, Gr. 6-8 (6th), Chicago Public Schools
Wednesday October 29, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Garfield Park 235, 2651 W. WASHINGTON BLVD. 2651 W. WASHINGTON BLVD.
 
Tuesday, November 18
 

9:00am CST

Transitional Math Q2 PL
Tuesday November 18, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm CST
Get ready to have fun while being hands-on with TM curriculum and collaborating with colleagues who are also teaching TM! You’ll experience a lesson through both student and teacher lenses, dig into Math Language Routines (MLRs), prep an MLR to bring back to your classroom, engage in further learning through a breakout session of your choice, and spend time with your course leads from CCC. You’ll leave the session ready to finish the semester with strong instruction that meets the needs of your students!
Speakers
Tuesday November 18, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm CST
Malcolm X College, 1900 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60612 Malcolm X College, 1900 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60612
 
Tuesday, December 2
 

9:00am CST

Math-HS-Unit 4 Internalization (Skyline)
Tuesday December 2, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm CST
Look forward to getting hands-on with this curriculum and collaborating with your colleagues who are also teaching Skyline! You’ll work as a team to explore core components of the curriculum, experience the key instructional shifts as both a teacher and a learner and get guided practice with the digital learning ecosystem. You’ll dig deeply into your next unit and leave with a head start on your unit internalization plan!
Speakers
JT

Jill Tani

Chicago Public Schools
Tuesday December 2, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm CST
Garfield Park 335 2651 W. WASHINGTON BLVD.
 
Monday, December 8
 

9:00am CST

Math-K-2-Unit 5 Internalization (Skyline)
Monday December 8, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm CST
Look forward to digging into effective instruction through a day of hands-on math and collaboration. You’ll work as a grade band team to explore core components of the curriculum, experience the key instructional shifts as both a teacher and a learner. You will dig deeply into the math expectations and learning of Unit 5 with your grade level colleagues and Math Specialist.
Speakers
avatar for Sophia Chung

Sophia Chung

Math Content Specialist • STEM Programs, Chicago Public Schools
My passion is in inspiring Elementary Math Educators to create meaningful and engaging experiences for their students. As a former CPS Elementary Math educator of ten years, I have first hand experience of how lonely and isolating teaching can be. I quickly learned than I was not... Read More →
avatar for Alanna Mertens

Alanna Mertens

K-5 Math Manager, Chicago Public Schools
I jumped into the role as K-5 Math Manager in the Department of STEM in SY23. I have been teaching math and supporting math instruction in CPS for 30+ years. I am thrilled to lead a team of dedicated educators who think deeply about ways to bring joy and deep understanding to math... Read More →
avatar for Candace Davis

Candace Davis

K-5 Math Content Specialist, STEM Programs, Chicago Public Schools
I have had an opportunity to serve within CPS as a primary teacher for the last 15 years. During my tenure, I have had the most rewarding experience fostering the joy of learning with our youngest students. And now in this role as a math content specialist, I take much pride in building... Read More →
Monday December 8, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm CST
Garfield Park 151, 2651 W. WASHINGTON BLVD. 2651 W. WASHINGTON BLVD.
 
Tuesday, December 9
 

9:00am CST

Math-3-5-Unit 5 Internalization (Skyline)
Tuesday December 9, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm CST
Look forward to digging into effective instruction through a day of hands-on math and collaboration. You’ll work as a grade band team to explore core components of the curriculum, experience the key instructional shifts as both a teacher and a learner. You will dig deeply into the math expectations and learning of Unit 5 with your grade level colleagues and Math Specialist.
Speakers
avatar for Shanteau Allen

Shanteau Allen

Mathematics Specialist Gr. K-5 (4th), Chicago Public Schools
I am excited in my role as a K-5 Math Content Specialist to be supporting schools, administrators, educators, and students in all things math!
avatar for Colum Dillon

Colum Dillon

Math Content Specialist • STEM Programs, Chicago Public Schools
My time teaching in CPS has taught me the significance of inquiry and creative problem solving in robust STEM classrooms. I am so excited to support yours! Before joining the K-5 math specialist team, I taught 4th and 6th grade math in CPS. I have significant experience in multilingual... Read More →
avatar for Alanna Mertens

Alanna Mertens

K-5 Math Manager, Chicago Public Schools
I jumped into the role as K-5 Math Manager in the Department of STEM in SY23. I have been teaching math and supporting math instruction in CPS for 30+ years. I am thrilled to lead a team of dedicated educators who think deeply about ways to bring joy and deep understanding to math... Read More →
avatar for Alexis Stokes

Alexis Stokes

Math Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools
I joined the CPS Department of STEM in 2022 as a Math Content Specialist, supporting K-5 Math. I began my career in CPS in 2003 as a classroom teacher, and I have experience as a mentor teacher, coach, and intervention lead. I am excited to have the opportunity to learn from and with... Read More →
Tuesday December 9, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm CST
Garfield Park 235, 2651 W. WASHINGTON BLVD. 2651 W. WASHINGTON BLVD.
 
Tuesday, February 10
 

9:00am CST

Transitional Math Q3 PL
Tuesday February 10, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CST
Transitional Math PL
Speakers
Tuesday February 10, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CST
Malcolm X College, 1900 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60612 Malcolm X College, 1900 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60612
 

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