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.
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Transform your BOY testing window from overwhelming to effortless! Designed specifically for new Star 360 users, this hands-on session covers the must-know platform features and administration best practices to guarantee test fidelity. Learn how to troubleshoot real-world scenarios, build a strong baseline data foundation, and deliver a seamless testing experience for every learner in your classroom.
Designed for new Star users, this introductory session will provide a high-level overview of Star 360 at the elementary and high school levels, explaining its role in assessment and instruction. Educators will gain an understanding of how Star 360 is used within Chicago Public Schools, along with key Star data points and reports they will have access to. Participants will also learn about Star Evaluaciones and its role in Spanish-language assessment and instruction.
Transform your BOY testing window from overwhelming to effortless! Designed specifically for new Star 360 users, this hands-on session covers the must-know platform features and administration best practices to guarantee test fidelity. Learn how to troubleshoot real-world scenarios, build a strong baseline data foundation, and deliver a seamless testing experience for every learner in your classroom.
Designed for returning Star 360 users, this highly interactive session will focus on key updates, test administration best practices, and preparing for a successful testing window. Come ready to engage with fellow educators as you explore the latest information, discuss real-world scenarios, and share strategies that support high-quality assessment practices. Through collaborative discussions, you'll exchange classroom-tested ideas, learn from peers, and leave with practical takeaways to support successful Star administration throughout the year.
Participants will explore how i-Ready Inform identifies essential K–2 foundational literacy and numeracy skills and master the setup and proctoring steps required for a seamless testing window. Educators will walk away with actionable strategies to ensure valid data and take confident first steps toward translating results into targeted instruction.
This session is appropriate for all educators who will be implementing i-Ready Inform Assessments.
Designed for new Star users, this introductory session will provide a high-level overview of Star 360 at the elementary and high school levels, explaining its role in assessment and instruction. Educators will gain an understanding of how Star 360 is used within Chicago Public Schools, along with key Star data points and reports they will have access to. Participants will also learn about Star Evaluaciones and its role in Spanish-language assessment and instruction.
Designed for returning Star 360 users, this highly interactive session will focus on key updates, test administration best practices, and preparing for a successful testing window. Come ready to engage with fellow educators as you explore the latest information, discuss real-world scenarios, and share strategies that support high-quality assessment practices. Through collaborative discussions, you'll exchange classroom-tested ideas, learn from peers, and leave with practical takeaways to support successful Star administration throughout the year.
Participants will explore how i-Ready Inform de Lectura y Matemáticas uncovers key foundational Spanish literacy and math skills, while mastering the setup and proctoring steps required for a seamless testing window. Educators will walk away with actionable strategies to ensure data validity across both subject areas and take confident first steps toward translating those results into targeted instruction.
This session is appropriate for all educators who will be implementing i-Ready Inform Spanish Assessments.
Participants will explore how i-Ready Inform de Lectura y Matemáticas uncovers key foundational Spanish literacy and math skills, while mastering the setup and proctoring steps required for a seamless testing window. Educators will walk away with actionable strategies to ensure data validity across both subject areas and take confident first steps toward translating those results into targeted instruction.
This session is appropriate for all educators who will be implementing i-Ready Inform Spanish Assessments.
Participants will explore how i-Ready Inform identifies essential K–2 foundational literacy and numeracy skills and master the setup and proctoring steps required for a seamless testing window. Educators will walk away with actionable strategies to ensure valid data and take confident first steps toward translating results into targeted instruction.
This session is appropriate for all educators who will be implementing i-Ready Inform Assessments.
A successful assessment window depends on seamless planning. This 60-minute session equips administrators and test leads to manage a smooth i-Ready Inform BOY window. Participants will preview platform features, school-wide proctoring expectations, and engage in a hands-on experience to monitor and troubleshoot within the dashboard. Leaders will leave with a practical checklist to ensure a smooth launch that yields clean, valid K-2 data. Recommended for: Leaders and coordinators responsible for planning, overseeing, or supporting the i-Ready Inform K–2 testing window.
A successful assessment window depends on seamless planning. This 60-minute session equips administrators and test leads to manage a smooth i-Ready Inform BOY window. Participants will preview platform features, school-wide proctoring expectations, and engage in a hands-on experience to monitor and troubleshoot within the dashboard. Leaders will leave with a practical checklist to ensure a smooth launch that yields clean, valid K-2 data. Recommended for leaders and coordinators responsible for planning, overseeing, or supporting i-Ready Inform Assessments.
Transform your BOY testing window from overwhelming to effortless! Designed specifically for new Star 360 users, this hands-on session covers the must-know platform features and administration best practices to guarantee test fidelity. Learn how to troubleshoot real-world scenarios, build a strong baseline data foundation, and deliver a seamless testing experience for every learner in your classroom.
Designed for returning Star 360 users, this highly interactive session will focus on key updates, test administration best practices, and preparing for a successful testing window. Come ready to engage with fellow educators as you explore the latest information, discuss real-world scenarios, and share strategies that support high-quality assessment practices. Through collaborative discussions, you'll exchange classroom-tested ideas, learn from peers, and leave with practical takeaways to support successful Star administration throughout the year.
Transform your BOY testing window from overwhelming to effortless! Designed specifically for new Star 360 users, this hands-on session covers the must-know platform features and administration best practices to guarantee test fidelity. Learn how to troubleshoot real-world scenarios, build a strong baseline data foundation, and deliver a seamless testing experience for every learner in your classroom.
Designed for new Star users, this introductory session will provide a high-level overview of Star 360 at the elementary and high school levels, explaining its role in assessment and instruction. Educators will gain an understanding of how Star 360 is used within Chicago Public Schools, along with key Star data points and reports they will have access to. Participants will also learn about Star Evaluaciones and its role in Spanish-language assessment and instruction.
Transform your BOY testing window from overwhelming to effortless! Designed specifically for new Star 360 users, this hands-on session covers the must-know platform features and administration best practices to guarantee test fidelity. Learn how to troubleshoot real-world scenarios, build a strong baseline data foundation, and deliver a seamless testing experience for every learner in your classroom.
Designed for returning Star 360 users, this highly interactive session will focus on key updates, test administration best practices, and preparing for a successful testing window. Come ready to engage with fellow educators as you explore the latest information, discuss real-world scenarios, and share strategies that support high-quality assessment practices. Through collaborative discussions, you'll exchange classroom-tested ideas, learn from peers, and leave with practical takeaways to support successful Star administration throughout the year.
