"Learning Walks and Talks" is a unique approach to classroom observations that aims to foster the alignment of school improvement goals with professional development training and support. Our primary focus is on grade level or course level observations, where we diligently aggregate data to drive team-focused initiatives, highlighting instructional strengths, and identifying areas for improvement.

We believe in the power of informal data to create a more robust feedback cycle, centered around enhancing teacher collective efficacy. By conducting at least three learning walks, we provide a holistic view of the teaching and learning process within your school or institution.

Our methodology revolves around empowering educators and administrators to collaboratively enhance instructional practices. At Kampus Insights, we understand the significance of leveraging collective knowledge to achieve excellence in education. Our observations and data-driven recommendations serve as a compass guiding the implementation of tailored professional development programs to meet the unique needs of your educational community.

Join us in embarking on this transformative journey, where Learning Walks and Talks become an integral part of your school's growth strategy, unlocking the full potential of your teaching staff and fostering a vibrant, high-achieving learning environment.

Math can be a challenging subject for many students, but engaging and accessible learning experiences can help bridge the gap between students and the content. In this workshop, participants will dive into the knowledge gap theory and learn how to create quick inquiry tasks to spark student curiosity and make math content accessible for all learners. They will focus on helping students think about concepts that lead to mastery and explore how to design engaging and effective lessons.

Each session will provide content-specific examples with opportunities for practice and feedback. Participants will engage in interactive activities and engage in discussions to learn best practices and techniques for designing math learning experiences that meet the needs of all students. The workshop will also include a virtual follow-up session to provide additional support and resources.

Objectives:

• Gain an understanding of the knowledge gap theory and its role in making math content accessible for all students.
• Learn how to create quick inquiry tasks that spark students' curiosity and promote deeper learning.
• Explore best practices and techniques for designing engaging and effective math lessons that meet the needs of all students.
• Engage in interactive activities and discussions to learn how to design math learning experiences that promote student mastery.
• Leave the workshop with practical tips, tools, and strategies for making math meaningful and accessible for all students.

Target Audience: Middle and high school teachers of math, including those who are new to the subject or looking to refresh their teaching strategies.

Duration: This workshop is designed for up to 5 hours with three different formats to meet participant needs. Participants will leave the workshop with the skills and knowledge needed to design engaging and effective math learning experiences for their students. The virtual follow-up session will provide additional opportunities for practice and feedback to ensure that participants feel confident in their ability to make math meaningful and accessible for all students.

Resource: Spark Curiosity: A Guide to Quick Inquiry Tasks Book for each participant.

Science can be a fascinating subject for students, but it can also be difficult to engage them and make the content accessible for all learners. This workshop will teach participants how to create quick inquiry tasks to spark student curiosity and dive into the knowledge gap theory to help students think about concepts that lead to mastery.

Participants will learn best practices and techniques for designing engaging and effective science lessons that meet the needs of all students. Each session will provide content-specific examples with opportunities for practice and feedback. The workshop will also include a virtual follow-up session to provide additional support and resources.

Objectives:

• Gain an understanding of the knowledge gap theory and its role in making science content accessible for all students.
• Learn how to create quick inquiry tasks that spark student curiosity and promote deeper learning.
• Explore best practices and techniques for designing engaging and effective science lessons that meet the needs of all students.
• Engage in interactive activities and discussions to learn how to design science learning experiences that promote student mastery.
• Leave the workshop with practical tips, tools, and strategies for making science meaningful and accessible for all students.

Target Audience: Middle and high school teachers of science, including those who are new to the subject or looking to refresh their teaching strategies.

Duration: This workshop is designed for up to 5 hours with three different formats to meet participant needs. Participants will leave the workshop with the skills and knowledge needed to design engaging and effective science learning experiences for their students. The virtual follow-up session will provide additional opportunities for practice and feedback to ensure that participants feel confident in their ability to make science meaningful and accessible for all students.

Resource: Spark Curiosity: A Guide to Quick Inquiry Tasks Book for each participant.

Social studies can be a fascinating subject for students, but it can also be difficult to engage them and make the content accessible for all learners. This workshop will teach participants how to create quick inquiry tasks to spark student curiosity and dive into the knowledge gap theory to help students think about concepts that lead to mastery.

Participants will learn best practices and techniques for designing engaging and effective social studies lessons that meet the needs of all students. Each session will provide content-specific examples with opportunities for practice and feedback. The workshop will also include a virtual follow-up session to provide additional support and resources.

Objectives:

• Gain an understanding of the knowledge gap theory and its role in making social studies content accessible for all students.
• Learn how to create quick inquiry tasks that spark students' curiosity and promote deeper learning.
• Explore best practices and techniques for designing engaging and effective social studies lessons that meet the needs of all students.
• Engage in interactive activities and discussions to learn how to design social studies learning experiences that promote student mastery.
• Leave the workshop with practical tips, tools, and strategies for making social studies meaningful and accessible for all students.

Target Audience: Middle and high school teachers of social studies, including those who are new to the subject or looking to refresh their teaching strategies.

Duration: This workshop is designed for up to 5 hours with three different formats to meet participant needs. Participants will leave the workshop with the skills and knowledge needed to design engaging and effective social studies learning experiences for their students. The virtual follow-up session will provide additional opportunities for practice and feedback to ensure that participants feel confident in their ability to make social studies meaningful and accessible for all students.

Resource: Spark Curiosity: A Guide to Quick Inquiry Tasks Book for each participant.

Bringing Literature to Life: Designing Engaging and Accessible Literacy Learning Experiences

Literacy is a foundation for success in all subjects and can be challenging for students to grasp and engage with. This workshop will teach participants how to create quick inquiry tasks to spark student curiosity and dive into the knowledge gap theory to help students think about concepts that lead to mastery.

Participants will learn best practices and techniques for designing engaging and effective literacy lessons that meet the needs of all students. Each session will provide content-specific examples with opportunities for practice and feedback. The workshop will also include a virtual follow-up session to provide additional support and resources.

Objectives:

• Gain an understanding of the knowledge gap theory and its role in making literacy content accessible for all students.
• Learn how to create quick inquiry tasks that spark students' curiosity and promote deeper learning.
• Explore best practices and techniques for designing engaging and effective literacy lessons that meet the needs of all students.
• Engage in interactive activities and discussions to learn how to design literacy learning experiences that promote student mastery.
• Leave the workshop with practical tips, tools, and strategies for making literacy meaningful and accessible for all students.

Target Audience: Middle and high school teachers of English, Language Arts, and Literature, including those who are new to the subject or looking to refresh their teaching strategies.

Duration: This workshop is designed for up to 5 hours with three different formats to meet participant needs. Participants will leave the workshop with the skills and knowledge needed to design engaging and effective literacy learning experiences for their students. The virtual follow-up session will provide additional opportunities for practice and feedback to ensure that participants feel confident in their ability to make literacy meaningful and accessible for all students.

Resource: Spark Curiosity: A Guide to Quick Inquiry Tasks Book for each participant.

Do you struggle with differentiating instruction for your diverse group of learners? In this workshop, you will discover how to make small group instruction more targeted and meaningful for all students using Nearpod. Our expert instructors will guide you through the process of customizing ready-made lessons and offer strategies for creating three types of differentiated lessons that work for any content area. You will learn how to use Nearpod's real-time tracking features to monitor student progress and ensure that each student is receiving the support they need.

This hands-on session will help you overcome your fear of differentiation and empower you to create engaging and effective lessons that meet the needs of all students. You will leave the workshop with practical tips, tools, and strategies for using Nearpod to differentiate instruction and boost student engagement in your classroom.

Objectives:

• Learn how to customize ready-made Nearpod lessons to differentiate instruction.
• Discover strategies for creating three types of differentiated lessons that work for any content area.
• Gain skills in using Nearpod's real-time tracking features to monitor student progress.
• Overcome the fear of differentiation and gain confidence in creating engaging and effective lessons.
• Leave the workshop with practical tips, tools, and strategies for using Nearpod to boost student engagement.

Target Audience: Teachers in grades 6-12 who are looking to differentiate instruction and engage all students in their classrooms.

Duration: This workshop is designed for up to 5 hours with three different formats to meet participant needs. Whether you are new to Nearpod or a seasoned user, you will leave this session with a deeper understanding of how to use this powerful tool to differentiate instruction and improve student engagement.

English learners face unique challenges in the classroom, and it is essential to provide them with the support they need to succeed. In this workshop, participants will learn how to use Nearpod to improve the academic achievement of English learners. Our expert instructors will focus on the importance of scaffolding and show participants how to include reference materials, use the Immersive Reader feature, and customize lessons to support the district's existing curriculum.

This hands-on session will explore how Nearpod can be used to create engaging and accessible lessons that support English learners' language development while building their content knowledge. Participants will learn how to use Nearpod's interactive tools and real-time data-tracking features to monitor student progress and provide targeted support.

Objectives:

• Learn the importance of scaffolding for English learners and how to include reference materials in Nearpod lessons.
• Explore the Immersive Reader feature and its role in making content accessible for English learners.
• Discover how to customize Nearpod lessons to support the district's existing curriculum for English learners.
• Gain skills in using Nearpod's interactive tools and real-time data tracking features to monitor student progress and provide targeted support.
• Leave the workshop with practical tips, tools, and strategies for using Nearpod to empower English learners and improve their academic achievement.

Target Audience: Teachers and administrators who work with English learners in grades K–12.

Duration: This workshop is designed for up to 5 hours with three different formats to meet participant needs. Participants will leave the workshop with a deep understanding of how to use Nearpod to empower English learners and provide them with the support they need to succeed academically.

The objective of this professional development workshop is to equip educators with the tools and strategies to establish a culture of collective teacher efficacy that promotes student achievement. Participants will learn how to create effective professional learning communities, understand the role of teacher belief in student achievement, and develop a collective vision for measuring learning in the content area.

The workshop will cover the following key topics:

• Introduction to Collective Teacher Efficacy: Participants will learn the definition and importance of collective teacher efficacy and how it can improve student outcomes.
• Building Effective Professional Learning Communities: Participants will learn the structure and characteristics of effective professional learning communities and how to create a collaborative culture that promotes teacher growth and student learning.
• Teacher Belief in Student Achievement: Participants will explore the relationship between teacher belief and student achievement and learn how to cultivate a growth mindset among teachers.
• Developing a Collective Vision for Measuring Learning: Participants will learn how to develop a shared vision for measuring learning in the content area and how to use data to drive instruction and improve student outcomes.
• Action Planning: Participants will engage in collaborative planning to identify concrete steps they can take to implement the strategies and concepts learned in the workshop in their own schools and classrooms.

Target Audience: This workshop is designed for teachers, instructional coaches, curriculum coordinators, and school leaders who are committed to improving student outcomes and creating a positive school culture.

The first day of school is a crucial opportunity to establish a positive and supportive classroom environment. In this workshop, participants will take part in a sample lesson that models the first day of school and demonstrates strategies for making lasting connections with students. Participants will learn how to create an inclusive and engaging atmosphere, promote student-to-student connections, and build strong relationships with their students.

Through interactive activities, group discussions, and practical examples, participants will explore strategies for creating a positive first impression and setting the tone for a successful school year. They will also learn how to establish clear expectations, encourage student participation, and foster a sense of belonging in the classroom.

Objectives:

• Participate in a sample first-day-of-school lesson to experience effective relationship-building strategies.
• Learn how to create an inclusive and engaging atmosphere on the first day of school.
• Explore strategies for promoting student-to-student connections and building strong relationships with students.
• Gain insights into how to establish clear expectations, encourage student participation, and foster a sense of belonging in the classroom.
• Leave the workshop with practical tips and strategies for making lasting connections with students on the first day of school and beyond.

Target Audience: Teachers of 6th to 12th grades and subjects who are looking to establish positive relationships with their students from the very first day of school.

Duration: This workshop is designed for up to 5 hours with three different formats to meet participant needs. Whether you are a new teacher or a seasoned veteran, you will leave this session with practical strategies for building lasting connections with your students and creating a supportive and inclusive classroom environment.

This workshop is designed to help educators create more impactful and engaging curriculum nights that foster deeper connections with the families and communities they serve.

The workshop will explore a variety of student-centered learning activities that can be used to facilitate curriculum nights at any school. Additionally, we will focus on developing conversational strategies to build better partnerships with parents and caregivers, creating more opportunities for parents to connect with each other, and intentionally making school and home connections.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the importance of building strong partnerships with parents and caregivers to support student success.
• Develop conversational strategies to build better partnerships with parents and caregivers and create a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere during curriculum nights.
• Intentionally make school and home connections that reinforce new habits and support positive student outcomes.
• Explore a variety of student-centered learning activities that can be used to facilitate impactful curriculum nights at any school.
• Create more opportunities for parents to connect with each other and support greater involvement in the school community.
• Leave the workshop feeling inspired to develop better connections with the communities they serve.

By the end of this workshop, every educator will leave more inspired to develop better connections with the communities they serve, and with a toolkit of practical strategies and student-centered learning activities that can be implemented right away. You will learn how to build relationships with parents and caregivers that foster collaboration and engagement to support student success.

Whether you are a teacher, school administrator, or support staff, this workshop is for you. Join us and learn how to create more impactful curriculum nights and build better connections with parents and caregivers to support student success.

Target Audience: This workshop is designed for all educators, including teachers, administrators, and support staff, who want to improve the effectiveness of their curriculum nights, build stronger partnerships with parents, and create a more connected and engaged school community.

Duration: This workshop is designed for up to 5 hours with three different formats to meet participant needs.

This workshop is designed for educators who are seeking to build their computer skills and gain a deeper understanding of how technology can be used in the classroom to support student learning. Participants will explore basic digital tools and technologies and learn how to use them to support student learning.

Throughout the workshop, participants will have the opportunity to practice and apply their new skills through hands-on exercises and real-world scenarios. In addition, participants will delve into the topic of social-emotional learning (SEL) and how technology can be used to support this important aspect of student development.

With its focus on practical skills and real-world application, this workshop is the ideal professional development opportunity for teachers who are looking to enhance their computer skills and build their confidence in using technology in the classroom.

Objectives:

• To provide teachers with a basic overview of the fundamental computer skills necessary for effective teaching and learning in a digital age.
• To develop teachers' ability to use digital tools and technology to create and deliver engaging lessons, increase student participation, and support student learning.
• To empower teachers to use technology to enhance student engagement and problem-solving skills.

Target Audience: Core Content teachers in grades 6–12, including those who teach science, social studies, and math.

Duration: This workshop is designed for up to 5 hours with three different formats to meet participant needs.

This workshop is designed to provide teachers with an immersive and hands-on learning experience to help them develop effective professional learning communities (PLCs) in their schools. Through this workshop, participants will learn about the importance of PLCs and how they can help teachers work collaboratively towards improving student outcomes.

During this workshop, participants will explore the four critical questions that guide PLC work, which are:

1. What do we want our students to learn?
2. How will we know when they have learned it?
3. What will we do when they don't learn it?
4. What will we do when they already know it?

The workshop will be interactive, and participants will engage in a variety of activities to help them develop their action statements, set short-term measurable goals, and review student sample work. Additionally, participants will learn how to keep their goals focused on student achievement and collective teacher efficacy practices.

Learning Goals:

• Understand the purpose of professional learning communities and their impact on student achievement.
• Develop clear action statements that align with their school's vision and mission.
• Set measurable short-term goals that support their school's long-term objectives.
• Use student sample work to guide instructional decision-making.
• Identify strategies for keeping goals focused on student achievement and building collective teacher efficacy.