📚 Exciting News for Educators: Summer PD Opportunities! 📚

I’m beyond thrilled to share something special I’ve been working on — this summer, I’m offering a series of online, self-paced professional development classes through the University of Sioux Falls. Whether you’re looking to earn 1 graduate credit for teacher recertification or just want to grow and recharge your teaching practice, these courses are designed with you in mind — and offered at discounted tuition to make them accessible.

☀️ Summer Series Part I

🗓️ Course Dates: June 16 – July 7💻 Format: 100% online, asynchronous, and self-paced

This means you can work from anywhere, on your own schedule, while diving into meaningful, relevant professional learning. Whether you’re traveling, parenting, or just enjoying a slower pace this summer, these courses fit into your life.

📋 Courses Offered – Registration Opens May 30!

📖 Book Study: Personal & Authentic by Thomas C. Murray

Create learner-centered classrooms grounded in authenticity and relationships. We’ll reflect on how to craft learning experiences that leave a lasting impact.

📚 Rooted & Relevant in English & Reading Classrooms

Explore how identity, voice, and belonging show up in ELA spaces. You’ll learn to analyze texts for representation, incorporate home languages, and design culturally sustaining lessons that affirm every learner.

🎤 Storytelling for Literacy Learners

Uncover the power of personal narratives, oral storytelling, and poetry in the classroom. This course highlights storytelling as a tool to enhance reading, writing, connection, and student voice.

💖 Heart & Identity: SEL for Everyone

Connect identity, social-emotional learning, and culturally sustaining practices. You'll leave with strategies to foster inclusive, emotionally supportive classroom communities where all students feel seen and valued.

Whether you’re aiming to meet recertification requirements or simply want to deepen your practice and connect with your “why,” these courses are a great way to invest in yourself and your students.

✨ And there’s more to come — Summer Series Part II will launch later this summer with a brand new round of course offerings!

If you have any questions or want more details, feel free to drop a comment, message me, or email me directly at WhitneeCoy@gmail.com. I’d love to have you join this summer learning journey! 🧡