2026 Co-Teaching Summer Institute

In this institute teams will take a deep-dive into co-teaching, planning and practicing a variety of models. Benefits of the co-teaching model are numerous, but there are five that can directly impact the day-to-day and long-term progress of students: 1.Reduced teacher-to-student ratio 2.Increased Instructional Options 3.Greater Student Engagement Time 4.Modeled Teamwork 5.Balance and Time Management Knowledge-Based Objectives: *Define co-teaching and its various models. *Identify the benefits of co-teaching for students with and without disabilities. Skill-Based Objectives: *Develop strategies for effective collaboration and communication between co-teaching partners. *Practice lesson planning that incorporates differentiation and Universal Design for Learning (UDL). *Implement strategies for classroom management in a co-taught setting. *Apply data collection and assessment techniques to measure student progress in a co-taught classroom. Mindset Objectives: *Foster a mindset of shared ownership and mutual respect in the co-teaching partnership. *Reflect on personal teaching styles and how they complement a co-teacher's approach. *Cultivate a culture of inclusivity and high expectations for all students.