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SY27 CPS Professional Learning
SY27 CPS PROFESSIONAL LEARNING REGISTRATION 

FOR SESSIONS TAKING PLACE PRIOR TO JUNE 9, 2026 PLEASE ACCESS THE SY26 SCHED EVENT PAGE.  In this SY27 SCHED EVENT PAGE you will find registration for professional learning sessions offered from the CPS Office of Teaching and Learning TAKING PLACE JUNE 9, 2026 - JUNE 14, 2027.

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).




Company: Skyline 101 clear filter
Wednesday, June 10
 

9:00am CDT

Skyline 101 for Year 1 Adopting Teachers (SS Civics 8th & 11th Grades)
FULL
Wednesday June 10, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Garfield Park 151
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.
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.

There have been no changes to the MS or HS Participate curriculum. This PL will acclimate teachers new to teaching civics to the current curriculum.
Speakers
avatar for Steven Roseman

Steven Roseman

Social Science Specialist, Grades 9-12 (10th/U.S. History), Chicago Public Schools
AW
avatar for Nicole Smith-Franklin

Nicole Smith-Franklin

Social Science Specialist, Grades 6-8 (Eigth Grade), Chicago Public Schools
MV
Wednesday June 10, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Garfield Park 151 2651 W. WASHINGTON BLVD.
  Social Science, Civics 8th & 11th Grades

9:00am CDT

Skyline 101: New Social Science Curriculum (K-5)
FULL
Wednesday June 10, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Arturo Velasquez Institute - Room 1203
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.
This PL session will guide participants in understanding an integrity-driven approach to implementing the NEW Skyline Social Science curriculum, enabling them to identify and plan for key instructional practices. Participants will gain practical experience in understanding the revised materials to enhance instruction and support facilitating standards-aligned social science learning.
Speakers
TA
JG
LB
OA
WJ
KW
NM
Wednesday June 10, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Arturo Velasquez Institute - Room 1203 2800 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60608
  Social Science, K-5
 
Thursday, June 11
 

9:00am CDT

Skyline 101 for Year 1 Adopting Teachers (ALE K-12)
FULL
Thursday June 11, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
OMME Center
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.
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.

This session will take place in Spanish.
Speakers
avatar for Alissa Machani

Alissa Machani

Biliteracy Manager, OMME
Alissa Machani is a passionate literacy and bilingual education advocate. As an educator, she worked as a bilingual teacher, a dual language teacher, and an English language interventionist. She has a Master of Education in Elementary Education from DePaul University and endorsements... Read More →
YF
avatar for Bri Brown

Bri Brown

Biliteracy Specialist, OMME
Bri Brown is a bilingual educator and advocate with more than 10 years’ experience in the field of bilingual education. She currently serves as a Biliteracy Specialist at the Chicago Public Schools Office of Multilingual - Multicultural Education (OMME). There, she supports CPS... Read More →
AC
JD
Thursday June 11, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
OMME Center 3316 W Evergreen Ave, Chicago, IL 60651
  ALE, K-12

9:00am CDT

Skyline 101 for Year 1 Adopting Teachers (Science K-5)
FULL
Thursday June 11, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Arturo Velasquez Institute - Room 2201
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.
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 Sarah Millette

Sarah Millette

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools
avatar for Kori Milroy

Kori Milroy

Science Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools
avatar for Chantell Windham

Chantell Windham

Science Specialist Gr. K-5, Chicago Public Schools
CH
NP
Thursday June 11, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Arturo Velasquez Institute - Room 2201 2800 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60608
  Science, K-5

9:00am CDT

Skyline 101: New Social Science Curriculum (6-10)
FULL
Thursday June 11, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Garfield Park 139
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.
This PL session will guide participants in understanding an integrity-driven approach to implementing the NEW Skyline Social Science curriculum, enabling them to identify and plan for key instructional practices. Participants will gain practical experience in understanding the revised materials to enhance instruction and support facilitating standards-aligned social science learning.
Speakers
avatar for Steven Roseman

Steven Roseman

Social Science Specialist, Grades 9-12 (10th/U.S. History), Chicago Public Schools
avatar for Ana Lopez

Ana Lopez

Social Science Specialist, Grades 6-8 (Sixth Grade), Chicago Public Schools
AW
avatar for Nicole Smith-Franklin

Nicole Smith-Franklin

Social Science Specialist, Grades 6-8 (Eigth Grade), Chicago Public Schools
MV
Thursday June 11, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Garfield Park 139 2651 W. WASHINGTON BLVD.
  Social Science, 46183

9:00am CDT

Skyline 101: New Social Science Curriculum (K-5)
FULL
Thursday June 11, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Arturo Velasquez Institute - Room 1203
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.
This PL session will guide participants in understanding an integrity-driven approach to implementing the NEW Skyline Social Science curriculum, enabling them to identify and plan for key instructional practices. Participants will gain practical experience in understanding the revised materials to enhance instruction and support facilitating standards-aligned social science learning.
Speakers
TA
JG
LB
OA
WJ
KW
NM
Thursday June 11, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Arturo Velasquez Institute - Room 1203 2800 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60608
  Social Science, K-5
 
Monday, June 15
 

9:00am CDT

Skyline 101 for Year 1 Adopting Teachers (Math 6-8)
FILLING
Monday June 15, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Garfield Park 139
Limited Capacity filling up
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
avatar for Anita Sundrani
Monday June 15, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Garfield Park 139 2651 W. WASHINGTON BLVD.
  Math, 46181

9:00am CDT

Skyline 101 for Year 1 Adopting Teachers (Math K-5)
FULL
Monday June 15, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
CPS Garfield Park Office - Room 151/153
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.
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 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 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 →
EA
Monday June 15, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
CPS Garfield Park Office - Room 151/153 2651 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60612
  Math, K-5
 
Tuesday, June 16
 

9:00am CDT

Skyline 101 for Year 1 Adopting Teachers (Math 9-12)
FULL
Tuesday June 16, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
CPS Garfield Park Office - Room 235/237
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.
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
CO
avatar for Anita Sundrani
Tuesday June 16, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
CPS Garfield Park Office - Room 235/237 2651 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60612
  Math, 46277

9:00am CDT

Skyline 101 for Year 1 Adopting Teachers (PK ALE)
LIMITED
Tuesday June 16, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
CPS Garfield Park Office - Room 151/153
Limited Capacity seats available
Welcome to Skyline PK ALE (Spanish)!

This professional learning session will prepare you to deliver the PK ALE curriculum in your Pre-K TBE or Dual Language classroom. It is designed for current Pre-K teachers who are new to teaching Skyline PK ALE. If you are not an official PK ALE teacher, you should not join this session.
Speakers
avatar for Laura Ferdinandt

Laura Ferdinandt

Manager of Professional Learning, OECE, Chicago Public Schools
ST
Tuesday June 16, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
CPS Garfield Park Office - Room 151/153 2651 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60612
  PK ALE, PK

9:00am CDT

Skyline 101 for Year 1 Adopting Teachers (PK FS)
LIMITED
Tuesday June 16, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
CPS Garfield Park Office - Room 335/337
Limited Capacity seats available
Welcome to Skyline Pre-K Foundational Skills (English)!

This professional learning session will prepare you to deliver the PKFS curriculum in your Pre-K classroom. It is designed for current Pre-K teachers who are new to teaching Skyline PKFS. If you are not an official PKFS teacher, you should not join this session.
Speakers
avatar for Laura Ferdinandt

Laura Ferdinandt

Manager of Professional Learning, OECE, Chicago Public Schools
avatar for Jared Hennen

Jared Hennen

Early Childhood Specialist, CPS- Office of Early Childhood Education
Former Early Childhood educator (in Denver, Saint Louis, and Chicago!)
MG
Tuesday June 16, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
CPS Garfield Park Office - Room 335/337 2651 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60612
  PK FS, PK

9:00am CDT

Skyline 101 for Year 1 Adopting Teachers (Science 9-12)
LIMITED
Tuesday June 16, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
CPS Garfield Park Office - Room 139
Limited Capacity seats available
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 Glennie King

Glennie King

HS Science Specialist, Chicago Public Schools
AB

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools
avatar for Joseph Seabloom

Joseph Seabloom

HS Science Specialist, Chicago Public Schools
NS
Tuesday June 16, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
CPS Garfield Park Office - Room 139 2651 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60612
  Science, 46277
 
Thursday, June 18
 

9:00am CDT

Skyline 101 for Year 1 Adopting Teachers (ELA 6-12)
FULL
Thursday June 18, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
CPS Garfield Park Office - Room 335/337
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.
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 Fannetta Jones-Palumbo

Fannetta Jones-Palumbo

HS Literacy Specialist, Chicago Public Schools
I am a high school literacy specialist with the Department of Literacy. Prior to this position, I taught high school English in Chicago Public Schools and in Central Illinois. I taught Skyline for freshmen and juniors in my last classroom year and have been supporting teachers for... Read More →
avatar for Priscilla Herrada

Priscilla Herrada

Literacy Manager - Dept of Literacy, Chicago Public Schools
Thursday June 18, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
CPS Garfield Park Office - Room 335/337 2651 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60612
  ELA, 46185

9:00am CDT

Skyline 101 for Year 1 Adopting Teachers (ELA K-5)
FULL
Thursday June 18, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
CPS Garfield Park Office - Room 139
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.
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 Priscilla Herrada

Priscilla Herrada

Literacy Manager - Dept of Literacy, Chicago Public Schools
avatar for Tanya Holliday

Tanya Holliday

Literacy Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools
avatar for Flor Acosta

Flor Acosta

Literacy Content Specialist
avatar for Jasmine Schnurlein

Jasmine Schnurlein

Elementary Literacy Specialist, Chicago Public Schools
Thursday June 18, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
CPS Garfield Park Office - Room 139 2651 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60612
  ELA, K-5
 
Monday, June 22
 

9:00am CDT

Skyline 101 for Year 1 Adopting Teachers (Math 6-8)
FILLING
Monday June 22, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
CPS Garfield Park Office - Room 139
Limited Capacity filling up
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
avatar for Anita Sundrani
Monday June 22, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
CPS Garfield Park Office - Room 139 2651 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60612
  Math, 46181

9:00am CDT

Skyline 101 for Year 1 Adopting Teachers (Science 9-12)
LIMITED
Monday June 22, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
CPS Garfield Park Office - Room 151/153
Limited Capacity seats available
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 Glennie King

Glennie King

HS Science Specialist, Chicago Public Schools
AB

Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools
avatar for Joseph Seabloom

Joseph Seabloom

HS Science Specialist, Chicago Public Schools
NS
Monday June 22, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
CPS Garfield Park Office - Room 151/153 2651 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60612
  Science, 46277
 
Tuesday, June 23
 

9:00am CDT

Skyline 101 for Year 1 Adopting Teachers (ALE K-12)
FILLING
Tuesday June 23, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
OMME Center
Limited Capacity filling up
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.

This session will take place in Spanish.
Speakers
avatar for Yesenia Francois

Yesenia Francois

Biliteracy Specialist, OMME
Virgen "Yesenia" Francois is a passionate, equity-driven educator with experience in bilingual, dual language, and inclusive classrooms across elementary and high school settings. She has served in various leadership roles, including on instructional leadership, culture teams, teachers... Read More →
avatar for Alissa Machani

Alissa Machani

Biliteracy Manager, OMME
Alissa Machani is a passionate literacy and bilingual education advocate. As an educator, she worked as a bilingual teacher, a dual language teacher, and an English language interventionist. She has a Master of Education in Elementary Education from DePaul University and endorsements... Read More →
avatar for Bri Brown

Bri Brown

Biliteracy Specialist, OMME
Bri Brown is a bilingual educator and advocate with more than 10 years’ experience in the field of bilingual education. She currently serves as a Biliteracy Specialist at the Chicago Public Schools Office of Multilingual - Multicultural Education (OMME). There, she supports CPS... Read More →
AC
JD
Tuesday June 23, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
OMME Center 3316 W Evergreen Ave, Chicago, IL 60651
  ALE, K-12

9:00am CDT

Skyline 101 for Year 1 Adopting Teachers (Math 9-12)
LIMITED
Tuesday June 23, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
CPS Garfield Park Office - Room 235/237
Limited Capacity seats available
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
CO
avatar for Anita Sundrani
Tuesday June 23, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
CPS Garfield Park Office - Room 235/237 2651 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60612
  Math, 46277

9:00am CDT

Skyline 101 for Year 1 Adopting Teachers (PK ALE)
LIMITED
Tuesday June 23, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
CPS Garfield Park Office - Room 335/337
Limited Capacity seats available
Welcome to Skyline PK ALE (Spanish)!

This professional learning session will prepare you to deliver the PK ALE curriculum in your Pre-K TBE or Dual Language classroom. It is designed for current Pre-K teachers who are new to teaching Skyline PK ALE. If you are not an official PK ALE teacher, you should not join this session.
Speakers
avatar for Laura Ferdinandt

Laura Ferdinandt

Manager of Professional Learning, OECE, Chicago Public Schools
ST
Tuesday June 23, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
CPS Garfield Park Office - Room 335/337 2651 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60612
  PK ALE, PK

9:00am CDT

Skyline 101 for Year 1 Adopting Teachers (PK FS)
LIMITED
Tuesday June 23, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
CPS Garfield Park Office - Room 151/153
Limited Capacity seats available
Welcome to Skyline Pre-K Foundational Skills (English)!

This professional learning session will prepare you to deliver the PKFS curriculum in your Pre-K classroom. It is designed for current Pre-K teachers who are new to teaching Skyline PKFS. If you are not an official PKFS teacher, you should not join this session.
Speakers
avatar for Laura Ferdinandt

Laura Ferdinandt

Manager of Professional Learning, OECE, Chicago Public Schools
avatar for Jared Hennen

Jared Hennen

Early Childhood Specialist, CPS- Office of Early Childhood Education
Former Early Childhood educator (in Denver, Saint Louis, and Chicago!)
MG
Tuesday June 23, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
CPS Garfield Park Office - Room 151/153 2651 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60612
  PK FS, PK

9:00am CDT

Skyline 101: New Social Science Curriculum (6-10)
FULL
Tuesday June 23, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Garfield Park 139
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.
This PL session will guide participants in understanding an integrity-driven approach to implementing the NEW Skyline Social Science curriculum, enabling them to identify and plan for key instructional practices. Participants will gain practical experience in understanding the revised materials to enhance instruction and support facilitating standards-aligned social science learning.
Speakers
avatar for Steven Roseman

Steven Roseman

Social Science Specialist, Grades 9-12 (10th/U.S. History), Chicago Public Schools
avatar for Ana Lopez

Ana Lopez

Social Science Specialist, Grades 6-8 (Sixth Grade), Chicago Public Schools
AW
avatar for Nicole Smith-Franklin

Nicole Smith-Franklin

Social Science Specialist, Grades 6-8 (Eigth Grade), Chicago Public Schools
MV
Tuesday June 23, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Garfield Park 139 2651 W. WASHINGTON BLVD.
  Social Science, 46183

9:00am CDT

Skyline 101: New Social Science Curriculum (K-5)
FULL
Tuesday June 23, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Arturo Velasquez Institute - Room 1203
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.
This PL session will guide participants in understanding an integrity-driven approach to implementing the NEW Skyline Social Science curriculum, enabling them to identify and plan for key instructional practices. Participants will gain practical experience in understanding the revised materials to enhance instruction and support facilitating standards-aligned social science learning.
Speakers
TA
JG
LB
OA
WJ
KW
NM
Tuesday June 23, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Arturo Velasquez Institute - Room 1203 2800 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60608
  Social Science, K-5
 
Wednesday, June 24
 

9:00am CDT

Skyline 101 for Year 1 Adopting Teachers (Math K-5)
FULL
Wednesday June 24, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
CPS Garfield Park Office - Room 151/153
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.
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 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 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 →
EA
Wednesday June 24, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
CPS Garfield Park Office - Room 151/153 2651 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60612
  Math, K-5

9:00am CDT

Skyline 101 for Year 1 Adopting Teachers (SS Civics 8th & 11th Grades)
FILLING
Wednesday June 24, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Arturo Velasquez Institute - Room 2201
Limited Capacity filling up
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.

There have been no changes to the MS or HS Participate curriculum. This PL will acclimate teachers new to teaching civics to the current curriculum.
Speakers
avatar for Steven Roseman

Steven Roseman

Social Science Specialist, Grades 9-12 (10th/U.S. History), Chicago Public Schools
AW
avatar for Nicole Smith-Franklin

Nicole Smith-Franklin

Social Science Specialist, Grades 6-8 (Eigth Grade), Chicago Public Schools
MV
Wednesday June 24, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Arturo Velasquez Institute - Room 2201 2800 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60608
  Social Science, Civics 8th & 11th Grades

9:00am CDT

Skyline 101: New Social Science Curriculum (K-5)
FULL
Wednesday June 24, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Arturo Velasquez Institute - Room 1203
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.
This PL session will guide participants in understanding an integrity-driven approach to implementing the NEW Skyline Social Science curriculum, enabling them to identify and plan for key instructional practices. Participants will gain practical experience in understanding the revised materials to enhance instruction and support facilitating standards-aligned social science learning.
Speakers
TA
JG
LB
OA
WJ
KW
NM
Wednesday June 24, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Arturo Velasquez Institute - Room 1203 2800 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60608
  Social Science, K-5
 
Thursday, June 25
 

9:00am CDT

Skyline 101: New Social Science Curriculum (6-10)
FULL
Thursday June 25, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
CPS Garfield Park Office - Room 151/153
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.
This PL session will guide participants in understanding an integrity-driven approach to implementing the NEW Skyline Social Science curriculum, enabling them to identify and plan for key instructional practices. Participants will gain practical experience in understanding the revised materials to enhance instruction and support facilitating standards-aligned social science learning.
Speakers
avatar for Steven Roseman

Steven Roseman

Social Science Specialist, Grades 9-12 (10th/U.S. History), Chicago Public Schools
avatar for Ana Lopez

Ana Lopez

Social Science Specialist, Grades 6-8 (Sixth Grade), Chicago Public Schools
AW
avatar for Nicole Smith-Franklin

Nicole Smith-Franklin

Social Science Specialist, Grades 6-8 (Eigth Grade), Chicago Public Schools
MV
Thursday June 25, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
CPS Garfield Park Office - Room 151/153 2651 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60612
  Social Science

9:00am CDT

Skyline 101: New Social Science Curriculum (K-5)
FULL
Thursday June 25, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Garfield Park 139, 2651 W. WASHINGTON BLVD.
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.
This PL session will guide participants in understanding an integrity-driven approach to implementing the NEW Skyline Social Science curriculum, enabling them to identify and plan for key instructional practices. Participants will gain practical experience in understanding the revised materials to enhance instruction and support facilitating standards-aligned social science learning.
Speakers
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Thursday June 25, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Garfield Park 139, 2651 W. WASHINGTON BLVD. 2651 W. WASHINGTON BLVD.
  Social Science
 
Monday, June 29
 

9:00am CDT

Skyline 101 for Year 1 Adopting Teachers (Science 6-8)
FULL
Monday June 29, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
CPS Garfield Park Office - Room 235/237
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.
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 Taissa Lau

Taissa Lau

Science Specialist Gr. 8, Chicago Public Schools
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Andre Botello

Science Manager, Chicago Public Schools
avatar for Amy Brady

Amy Brady

MS Science Specialist, Chicago Public Schools-Dept of STEM
avatar for Ryan Gracia

Ryan Gracia

MS Science Specialist, Chicago Public Schools
Monday June 29, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
CPS Garfield Park Office - Room 235/237 2651 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60612
  Science, 46181
 
Tuesday, June 30
 

9:00am CDT

Skyline 101 for Year 1 Adopting Teachers (ELA 6-12)
FULL
Tuesday June 30, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
CPS Garfield Park Office - Room 235/237
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.
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 Fannetta Jones-Palumbo

Fannetta Jones-Palumbo

HS Literacy Specialist, Chicago Public Schools
I am a high school literacy specialist with the Department of Literacy. Prior to this position, I taught high school English in Chicago Public Schools and in Central Illinois. I taught Skyline for freshmen and juniors in my last classroom year and have been supporting teachers for... Read More →
avatar for Priscilla Herrada

Priscilla Herrada

Literacy Manager - Dept of Literacy, Chicago Public Schools
Tuesday June 30, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
CPS Garfield Park Office - Room 235/237 2651 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60612
  ELA, 46185

9:00am CDT

Skyline 101 for Year 1 Adopting Teachers (ELA K-5)
FULL
Tuesday June 30, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
CPS Garfield Park Office - Room 139
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.
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 Priscilla Herrada

Priscilla Herrada

Literacy Manager - Dept of Literacy, Chicago Public Schools
avatar for Tanya Holliday

Tanya Holliday

Literacy Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools
avatar for Flor Acosta

Flor Acosta

Literacy Content Specialist
avatar for Jasmine Schnurlein

Jasmine Schnurlein

Elementary Literacy Specialist, Chicago Public Schools
Tuesday June 30, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
CPS Garfield Park Office - Room 139 2651 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60612
  ELA, K-5
 

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