Summer Professional Development Opportunities for Educators

Earn Graduate Credit with Flexible, Self-Paced Courses Designed for You

I’m thrilled to share a series of professional development opportunities available this summer—created for educators, by an educator. If you’re looking to deepen your practice, reflect on your teaching, and earn a graduate credit while doing it, I invite you to explore these upcoming 4-week, self-paced online courses.

Whether you’re seeking inspiration, practical tools, or need to fulfill a recertification requirement, these courses are designed with flexibility and relevance in mind. You can complete the coursework on your schedule and engage in meaningful learning that supports both your personal and professional growth.

📚 Summer Course Details

🗓️ Course Dates: June 16 – July 7

💻 Format: Online, 4-week, self-paced courses hosted in Google Classroom

🎓 Graduate Credit: Earn 1 graduate credit through the University of Sioux Falls for only $45 (paid separately to USF)

💲 Tuition: $200 per course (a discounted rate for high-quality PD)

✅ Format: Pass/Fail – designed to be practical, reflective, and useful

📘 Materials: Some courses require a book (see course description for details)

💡 Perfect For:

• K–12 teachers in any subject area

• Educators looking for summer professional development

• Anyone needing graduate credit for licensure renewal

• Teachers wanting to reimagine instruction with SEL, literacy, and equity at the center

  
  

👩‍🏫 Meet Your Instructor

I’m Dr. Whitnee Coy, an educator, writer, and lifelong learner. I’ve spent years supporting teachers, principals, and superintendents across the Midwest in my role in Learning & Development, providing professional development in classrooms and conference halls alike.

I hold an MFA in Creative Writing and an Ed.D. in Education Policy, Organization, and Leadership with a focus on diversity and equity. Today, I’m back in the classroom full time, teaching at a tribal college, and I remain deeply passionate about supporting educators with professional learning that is joyful, meaningful, and rooted in equity and care.

✏️ Ready to Enroll?

Spots are limited and registration is now open!

👉 [Sign up here]

After enrolling on my website, you’ll receive a link to register for credit through the University of Sioux Falls and access to the course’s Google Classroom. It’s that simple.

If you have questions about which course might be right for you or need more information, don’t hesitate to reach out. I’m here to support you however I can.

Let’s make this summer one of growth, reflection, and inspiration. I’d love to have you join me!