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.
Leveraging AI with eSpark
Best for
Teachers and coaches looking to leverage AI safely and securely.
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Explore the growing role of AI in education and learn how to personalize learning with eSpark’s AI-powered activities.
The Science of Reading
Best for
Teachers and coaches looking to strengthen alignment with evidence-based practices.
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Learn how to leverage eSpark’s targeted reading activities in support of key early literacy goals.
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 Facilitators
Jess
Jess has been the leader of eSpark’s PD team since 2022. She is a former high school English teacher and knows firsthand how precious your time is. Jess is always excited to see how personalized learning sparks joy for educators and students. You can typically find her with a good book or enjoying the California beaches.
Ian
Ian brings 8+ years of secondary education experiences to the table, including ELA/AVID teaching, and 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.
Jehan
Jehan is a former ESOL, G&T, and creative writing teacher who taught in Philadelphia, Washington DC, and Kazakhstan. She loves to travel, hike, and try new (spicy) food. You can find her at Sundance every year taking in new movies.
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.