eSpark partners enjoy higher usage, stronger outcomes, and significantly more buy-in after attending one or more of our interactive training sessions. Teachers who attend an eSpark PD are more than twice as likely to activate their eSpark account! Teachers and admins alike leave our PDs with clear, actionable takeaways to elevate their instruction, focus their strategy, and get the most out of their eSpark implementations.
“This is one of the most effective PDs I have been to. Thank you for keeping it flowing and relevant!”
Teacher
“I like how short and specific the trainings are. It was helpful and useful information.”
Teacher
“The presentation was excellent. I was encouraged by the positive response from our teachers.”
Administrator
Launching eSpark
Getting Started
Best for
Teachers who are brand new to eSpark.
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Learn what eSpark is and how it’s used in the classroom. Topics include rostering, data reports, and Assignments.
eSpark Refresher
Best for
Teachers who have used eSpark for one year or mixed-level groups.
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Review key features and best practices. Learn about the latest updates and new activities for students.
Elevate eSpark
Best for
Teachers who have used eSpark for 2+ years.
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Become an eSpark power user and take your implementation to the next level with this advanced training session.
Data Literacy and Best Practices
eSpark’s Key Activities
Best for
Teachers who have used eSpark for at least one month this school year.
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See demonstrations of specific eSpark activities, learn how to integrate them into lesson plans, and practice exploring and assigning.
eSpark Data Deep Dive
Best for
Teachers who have used eSpark for at least two months this school year.
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Review how to access and interpret eSpark data. Find trends and engage in work time to identify how to turn data into actionable next steps.
For Administrators and Coaches
Train the Trainer
Best for
Those who want to receive resources for training staff themselves.
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Learn what eSpark is, how teachers can use it, and how you can set your staff up for success.
Supporting a Strong Implementation
Best for
Coaches, team leads, or admins who will be supporting teachers.
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See real-life examples of what a strong eSpark implementation looks like and learn strategies for supporting staff and measuring success.
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Meet the PD Team
Elizabeth
As the Director of Customer Success, Elizabeth oversees eSpark’s PD function. She is a former middle and high school math teacher, and has personally helped hundreds of school and district partners successfully implement eSpark over the course of her 8 years with the team.
Ian
Ian brings 8+ years of secondary education experiences to the table, including ELA/AVID teaching as well as leadership positions as department head and dean of students. He’s a fan of golf, pickleball, and many other sports. His favorite book to teach is Trevor Noah’s Born a Crime.
Abby
Abby is a dedicated PK-6 educator with 6 years of classroom experience. She’s led PD sessions for the past 3 years, drawing on her own teaching experience to empower others with practical, tech-forward strategies. Based in Amarillo, Abby brings a collaborative spirit and a deep love for supporting her fellow educators to every PD.
Additional Resources
Getting Started Guide
Getting started with eSpark is simple. Share this guide with your teachers to help them get their classrooms up and running in no time!
Implementation Models
eSpark’s uniquely personalized approach makes it a versatile program that fits well with any curriculum, classroom setup, or student population. Watch this brief video to see how eSparkers everywhere are integrating more magical moments into their routines.
Example Teacher Tutorial
eSpark’s library of teacher tutorials make a perfect complement to our live professional development sessions. Watch this example, featuring the Class Library.