Patrick Kelly

In this 30-minute Tier 1 professional development session, teachers will learn high-impact note-taking strategies proven to boost high school students’ engagement and comprehension. Participants will explore methods like Cornell Notes, mind mapping, and the charting method, practice designing guided activities, and leave with ready-to-use tools for immediate classroom implementation.

A 4-session, 15-minute mini-unit teaching 9th grade special education students essential executive functioning skills, including goal-setting, planning, organization, and time management. These interactive lessons build self-awareness and real-life strategies to boost independence and academic success.