The New Haven Federation of Teachers believes that quality professional development values our teachers' expertise and is connected to the realities of our classrooms. Professional learning opportunities are listed below, and are also listed in our calendar. 
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​Back-to-School Toolkit: Teaching Strategies and Resources for the School Year

August 10, 2023        7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Facing History and Ourselves
​Virtual
Prepare for the coming school year as we explore teaching strategies and flexible resources designed to help you begin getting to know your students.

Register here.
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​Preparing to Teach in Black History Month: Celebrating Our Sisters

September 21, 2023       6:00 am to 7:00 am
Facing History and Ourselves
Virtual

​Engage with approaches and ideas that can complement and strengthen your teaching of Black history this October and throughout the school year.

​Link here.
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Supporting Early Career Teachers: Building A Connected Classroom Community

October 3, 2023          6:00 am to 7:00 am 
Facing History and Ourselves
​Virtual
Aimed at trainee teachers and ECTs, as well as pastoral staff, this session will provide you with activities and strategies to create a safe, reflective and engaging learning environment for your students.

​Register here.

Exploring Borders and Belonging in Young Adult Literature

October 3, 2023     7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Facing History and Ourselves
Virtual
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Join us for a discussion with authors Malaka Gharib and Randy Ribay about the complexity of belonging, and the tangible and intangible borders that can shape it.

Register here.

​Discussing Race in the Classroom

October 12, 2023          6:00 am to 7:00 am 
Facing History and Ourselves
Virtual

Support your students in engaging with the topic of race in a safe and constructive way.

Register here.