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Thank you for your interest in attending the K12 webinars and workshops for this semester. We are pleased to offer the professional development sessions through the Center for Creativity and Critical Thinking and the College of Education. These workshops are for TEACHERS! We are glad that you are able to join us and expand your professional development.

You are welcome to attend all webinars and workshops. Please note that each online webinar will be recorded and available on the College of Education's You Tube Channel. The in person workshops are not recorded.

1. Please write your first and last name

2. Please list your email. Note that this is the email we will use to send out the Zoom webinar link. We will send out reminders prior to each workshop and webinar. If you are registering for a summer workshop, be sure to check your district email or use your personal email to register.

Please list your cell phone number, we will send you a text reminder about the workshop.

3. Are you a teacher?

5. Do you teach special education?

6. How did you learn about the webinar series?

7. Do you have any suggestions for future webinar topics?

Art: Social and Emotional Well Being - Hands on workshop
Date: June 10, 2025, Tuesday
Time: 10:00 am -1:00 pm
Location: On campus
CSUF Blg and room number: Building Visual Arts VA -D-281 https://www.fullerton.edu/arts/art/about_us/department_map.php
Presenter: Dr. Mary Pomonis mpomonis@fullerton.edu

Workshop description: Calling all teachers! Dive into an enriching experience with our hands-on art workshop designed to spark creativity and enhance your teaching approach. This unique workshop focuses on integrating social and emotional wellness into your classroom through the power of art. Please add your email in the space below to register.

Integrated Science/Language Arts: Outdoor Learning Ideas (Grades K-5)
Dr. Amy Cox-Petersen (Dept. of Elementary and Bilingual Education)
Date: Thursday, June 12, 2025
Time: 5:00 - 5:45 pm
Location: Online
Description: This online workshop will investigate ways to integrate outdoor learning into science and language arts instruction for teachers in grades K-5. Outdoor learning provides an authentic context with real-world connections that provides a natural learning environment. Participants will learn ways to embrace place-based learning within the natural world to enhance science and language arts skills for students. Please write your email in the space below to register.

Workshop Title: IEPs Unpacked: Collaborating for Student Success
Date: Wednesday June 11, 2025
Time: 4:00 -5:00 pm, online
Presenter: Dr. Aja Mckee amckee@fullerton.edu
Description: This interactive zoom workshop empowers preschool & elementary general & special education teachers to confidently read, interpret, and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Participants will explore the essential components of an IEP, learn how to translate goals and accommodations into classroom practice, and build collaborative strategies for working with special education staff and families. Designed with a focus on inclusive education, this session supports teachers in ensuring access, equity, and academic growth for all learners. Please write your email below to register.

Tech Tools for Access: Using Assistive Technology to Support Preschool and Elementary Students with Disabilities
Date: Saturday June 14, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM -11:00 AM, in-person
Presenter: Dr. Aja Mckee amckee@fullerton.edu
Description: This hands-on workshop introduces educators to a range of assistive technology (AT) tools that enhance communication, engagement, and independence for young learners with disabilities. Focusing on practical strategies for preschool and elementary settings, participants will explore low- to high-tech solutions including visual supports, communication devices, and adapted writing tools. The session emphasizes how to select and integrate AT within inclusive classroom routines and collaborate with families and specialists to support each child’s unique learning needs. Please write your email below to register.

New Teacher Workshop: The First Week Formula: Routines and Relationship Building
Date: Saturday, June 21, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM -11:00 AM, in-person
Presenter: Dr. Aja Mckee amckee@fullerton.edu
Description: Start the school year with intention and impact! This workshop offers a practical framework for establishing classroom routines and nurturing strong student relationships during the critical first week of school. Geared toward early childhood and elementary educators, participants will explore evidence-based strategies for building a sense of safety, belonging, and community from day one. Through model activities, visual routines, and new teacher tips, attendees will leave with a ready-to-use plan to launch a successful and connected classroom environment. Please write your email below to register.

Art Series: Social and Emotional Well Being - Hands on workshop
Date: June 24, 2025, Tuesday
Time: 10:00 am -1:00 pm
Location: On campus
CSUF Blg and room number: Building Visual Arts VA -D-281
https://www.fullerton.edu/arts/art/about_us/department_map.php

Presenter: Dr. Mary Pomonis mpomonis@fullerton.edu

Workshop description: Calling all teachers! Dive into an enriching experience with our hands-on art workshop designed to spark creativity and enhance your teaching approach. This unique workshop focuses on integrating social and emotional wellness into your classroom through the power of art. Please add your email in the space below to register.

Back to School and a Successful First Week of Preparation, Activities, and More
Date: Thursday, June 26, 2025
Time: 1:00 - 1:45 PM PST
Location: Online Zoom
Presenter: Dr. Cox-Peterson acox@fullerton.edu

Participants will be introduced to ideas and strategies of how to successfully prepare the classroom for back to school and the first week of class. Creating successful norms and expectations, activities, and ways to build community will be presented with examples. Please write your email below to register.

Special Education in Elementary Classes and Augmented Reality Integration for Teachers
Date: Saturday, June 28, 2025
Location: CSUF campus, College Park Building, CP 120
Time: 9:00 - 10:30 AM
This elementary and special education workshop is created just for teachers and pre-service teachers who want to expand their skills and learn about AR resources. Learn and integrating AR resources into elementary special education lessons. Join us for this on-campus, in-person workshop taught by Dr. Carmona scarmona@fullerton.edu and Dr. Row. Questions: trow@fullerton.edu
Please write your email below to register.

Art Series: Social and Emotional Well Being - Hands on workshop
Date: July 9, 2025 Wednesday
Time: 10:00 am -1:00 pm
Location: On campus
CSUF Blg and room number: Building Visual Arts VA -D-281
https://www.fullerton.edu/arts/art/about_us/department_map.php

Presenter: Dr. Mary Pomonis mpomonis@fullerton.edu

Workshop description: Calling all teachers! Dive into an enriching experience with our hands-on art workshop designed to spark creativity and enhance your teaching approach. This unique workshop focuses on integrating social and emotional wellness into your classroom through the power of art. Please add your email in the space below to register.

Topic: Navigating AI in Special Education: Tools and Strategies for Inclusion

Workshop description: Explore the role of AI and specific AI tools as assistive technology in special education. And discuss strategies for implementing these technologies effectively in the classroom.
Date and Time: July 19, 2025 from 10:00 - 11:00 am PST
Location: Zoom
Questions? Please email scarmona@fullerton.edu

To register, add your email below.

Art Series: Social and Emotional Well Being - Hands on workshop
Date: July 23, 2025 Wednesday
Time: 10:00 am -1:00 pm
Location: On campus
CSUF Blg and room number: Building Visual Arts VA -D-281
https://www.fullerton.edu/arts/art/about_us/department_map.php

Presenter: Dr. Mary Pomonis mpomonis@fullerton.edu

Workshop description: Calling all teachers! Dive into an enriching experience with our hands-on art workshop designed to spark creativity and enhance your teaching approach. This unique workshop focuses on integrating social and emotional wellness into your classroom through the power of art. Please add your email in the space below to register.

Harnessing AI for K-12 Learning: Opportunities, Challenges, and Practical Strategies
Date: August 8, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM PST
Location: In Person
Presenters: Dr. Larios and Dr. Soto-Pena

Note: there are 2 workshops offered on this date-- if you would like to register for both. Lunch will be provided.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming education, offering new ways to enhance teaching and learning. This interactive session will introduce educators to the fundamentals of AI, explore its pedagogical applications in the K-12 classroom, and discuss both the benefits and challenges of integrating AI-powered tools into instruction. Participants will engage in hands-on activities using Magic School AI and Notebook LM, experimenting with AI-generated lesson planning, differentiation, and student engagement strategies.

Please add your email address below to register for this session.

Title: Engage, Discuss, Think: Strategies for Fostering Student Engagement and Dialogue in Read-Alouds Focused on Social Issues
Presenters: Dr. Madeleine Mejia and Dr. Amanda Diaz
Date: August 8, 2025
Time: 11:30 am-1:30 pm
Location: EC 24

Note: there are 2 workshops offered on this date-- if you would like to register for both. Lunch will be provided.

Description: Join us for an interactive session where we delve into innovative strategies for promoting student engagement and meaningful dialogue during read-aloud sessions, all while promoting critical literacy! Through collaborative discussions, hands-on activities, and real-world examples, you will gain insights into: Exploring the foundational principles and strategies of critical thinking skills and critical literacy Developing culturally relevant and sustaining pedagogy practices that honor students’ cultural backgrounds and promote equitable learning experiences addressing hesitancy and fostering a supportive classroom environment

This workshop is designed for Elementary-High School teachers.
Add your email to the text below to register for this session.

Art Series: Social and Emotional Well Being - Hands on workshop
Date: August 12, 2025 Tuesday
Time: 10:00 am -1:00 pm
Location: On campus
CSUF Blg and room number: Building Visual Arts VA -D-281
https://www.fullerton.edu/arts/art/about_us/department_map.php

Presenter: Dr. Mary Pomonis mpomonis@fullerton.edu

Workshop description: Calling all teachers! Dive into an enriching experience with our hands-on art workshop series designed to spark creativity and enhance your teaching approach. This unique workshop focuses on integrating social and emotional wellness into your classroom through the power of art. Please add your email in the space below to register.

Inquiry-based Science Lessons: The 5Es Instructional Model (Grades K-5)
Presenter: Dr. Amy Cox-Petersen (Dept. of Elementary and Bilingual Education
Date: Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Time: 5:00 - 5:45 pm
Location: Online
Description: This online workshop will feature the 5Es instructional model (Engage, Explore, Explain, Elaborate, Evaluate) to teach inquiry-based science content and process skills. Participants will learn ways to integrate the 5Es within science instruction. Sample lessons and activities for students in grades K-5 will be provided. Please add your email to the space below to register for this session.

Title: Transformative Family Literacy Practices with Diverse Communities
Presenter: Dr. Rosie Ordonez-Jasis (Dept. of Literacy and Reading Education)
Date: Saturday, June 21, 2025
Time: 9:00 am - 11:00 am In person
Location: EC 24 (Education Building) CSUF campus

Description: This in-person workshop will explore ways to more fully engage diverse families through culturally and linguistically sustaining literacy practices. Participants will learn ways to partner with communities to promote family literacy. Free teaching materials will be provided. Target audience: PK-6th grade teachers. Please add your email in the space below to register.

Watercolor Lessons for Elementary Teachers

Date: Saturday, June 21, 2025
Time: 9:00 am - 11:00 am In person
Location: EC 24 (Education Building) CSUF campus
Presenter: Dr. Carmona scarmona@fullerton.edu

Teachers, join us in June for a creative water color session. Chat with your fellow teachers about creative strategies to incorporate art in your weekly lesson plans. You'll receive a class set of water colors, paint brushes, sponges, art paper, and a creative water color lesson book complete with lesson plan ideas and strategies to incorporate into your curriculum across several subjects and grade levels. You'll receive the materials needed to teach your students a creative watercolor lesson. Please write your email in the space below to register for this session.

Perspective-Taking and Literacy Development: Comprehension Strategies in the Early Grades
Date: July 19, 2025
Location: CSUF Campus, Education Building Room EC 24
Time: 9:00 - 11:30 AM
Presenter: Dr. Rosario Ordonez-Jasis

Description: This in-person workshop will explore way to develop literacy with children in the primary grades. Free teaching materials will be provided to all those who attend. If you have questions about this workshop, please contact Dr. Ordonez Jasis rordonez@fullerton.edu
Please add your email in the space below to register.

Due to many Zoom interruptions, we will send out a link to the Zoom webinar the week prior to the session. Please check your email. Thank you! Feel free to invite your colleagues to register for the webinars!
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