Events
Praxis 5355 SPED
This specialized training reviews the knowledge and skills needed for the Special Education (K–12) exam. Emphasis is placed on instructional strategies, behavior management, legal foundations, and accommodations for diverse learner needs.
Praxis 5205 Teaching Reading
This session addresses foundational reading instruction concepts assessed in Praxis 5205. Participants will review literacy development, comprehension strategies, phonics, vocabulary instruction, and assessment practices to strengthen knowledge and readiness.
Praxis 5362 ESOL
This targeted training supports candidates preparing for the English to Speakers of Other Languages exam. The session covers language acquisition, linguistics, instructional techniques, and cultural competence, with a focus on test-taking strategies specific to Praxis 5362.
Understanding Constructed Responses (Opinion, Source, Short Essay)
This session prepares participants to tackle constructed responses that require forming an opinion, citing sources, or writing short essays. Emphasis will be placed on critical thinking, concise writing, and aligning responses with scoring guides.
Understanding Constructed Responses (Scenario Writing)
This training focuses on developing strong, well-organized, constructed responses for scenario-based prompts. Participants will explore how to identify key elements in scenarios, connect them to teaching practices, and demonstrate knowledge application in a structured manner.
Understanding Constructed Responses (Special Areas)
This session provides guidance on how to effectively approach and respond to constructed response questions for special area content assessments. Participants will learn strategies for analyzing prompts, structuring responses, and aligning answers with test rubrics.
Fall Praxis Mapping Bootcamp 2025
Prepare for Success with PRAXIS Fall All-Day Training! Join us for an intensive, hands-on PRAXIS test prep session designed to sharpen your skills and boost your confidence. Whether you’re looking to master reading comprehension, hone your test-taking strategies, or refine your constructive response and writing techniques, this session is for you!
National Board Certification Fall 2025
MSEA Center for Professional Learning invites members to attend a three-day workshop for National Board candidates. We will offer a National Board Certification Jump Start in-person seminar on September 19 and 20, 2025. This seminar supports participants working on certification processes and requirements using Jump Start tools and resources.
Western Maryland Summit 2025
Healthy and empowered schools: Reclaiming and Reframing Public Education. This event is open to MSEA members in Carroll, Frederick, Washington, Allegany, and Garrett Counties.
Summer Leadership Conference
Attendees will learn the skills they need to become strong union leaders through our core trainings. The theme for this year’s conference is Strength in Unity: Building Power to Organize.
Yes You Can! - Southern Maryland
Set yourself and your students up for success in this two-day workshop filled with insights and information suitable for early-career, mid-career, and even veteran educators. Find or regain your footing in your classroom using the “finding your why” model of self-reflection, learn how to craft a practical and restorative approach to student behavior, and take home real-world strategies for managing today’s issues in your classroom.
Summer Praxis Mapping Bootcamp 2025
Join us for an intensive, hands-on PRAXIS test prep session designed to sharpen your skills and boost your confidence. Whether you're looking to master reading comprehension, hone your test-taking strategies, or refine your constructive response and writing techniques, this session is for you!
National Board Certification Summer Jump Start 2025
MSEA Center for Professional Learning invites members to attend a three-day workshop for National Board candidates. We will offer a National Board Certification Jump Start in-person seminar on July 22, 23, and 24, 2025. This seminar supports participants working on certification processes and requirements using Jump Start tools and resources.
Yes, You Can! - Eastern Shore
Set yourself and your students up for success in this two-day workshop filled with insights and information suitable for early-career, mid-career, and even veteran educators. Find or regain your footing in your classroom using the “finding your why” model of self-reflection, learn how to craft a practical and restorative approach to student behavior, and take home real-world strategies for managing today’s issues in your classroom.
Yes, You Can! - Central Maryland
Set yourself and your students up for success in this two-day workshop filled with insights and information suitable for early-career, mid-career, and even veteran educators. Find or regain your footing in your classroom using the “finding your why” model of self-reflection, learn how to craft a practical and restorative approach to student behavior, and take home real-world strategies for managing today’s issues in your classroom.
Educator Appreciation Day
Join us for our 13th annual Educator Appreciation Day! This event will celebrate the hard work and dedication of teachers, education support professionals, and all educators through raffles, prizes from participating businesses, and more.
Praxis 2 Overview
Do you need support in understanding how to maneuver studying for your Praxis 2 exam? Join this session to explore how to prepare in displaying your knowledge base in a specific subject area to obtain your teacher licensure.
Praxis 5205 Teaching Reading
The Praxis Teaching Reading: K-12 test focuses on the knowledge and skills a beginning teacher must have to support reading and writing development in elementary and secondary school students. We will cover what is on the test while discussing how to excel as a teacher, pedagogy, strategies to pass, and resources to help you study. This Praxis assessment overview will apply to you if you are seeking help on 5205.
Praxis 5164/5165 Math
Are you working to become a licensed secondary math teacher? Join this overview session on the Secondary Math Content Praxis II 5165 This overview with cover what topics are on the test (fractions, calculus etc.), strategies to pass and resources available. Leave with a plan to pass!
Praxis 5135 Art
Join this session to dig in on how to nail the Art: content and analysis questions on Praxis II content assessments. This skills session is designed as a basic refresher on art content and analysis questions that you will encounter on the Praxis II content assessment.