See below for upcoming SABES PD events for ELA. Or, check out the ELA Upcoming Events Calendar tab anytime!

Note: you are welcome to request ELA instructional coaching for program staff. If interested, please submit a Contact Us request.

All PD offerings are online and facilitated unless indicated otherwise.

Tuesday, February 3

Using the ELA Proficiency Guide to Enhance Teaching and Learning (Self-Paced Modules) - February

This self-paced course introduces ABE/ASE practitioners and instructional leaders to the ELA Proficiency Guide, which applies the Massachusetts ABE Professional Standards specifically to ELA instruction. The course includes self-reflection activities that culminate in the development of a professional learning goal.

• Feb. 3, 2026     |  Course opens at 8 a.m.
• Mar. 13, 2026  |  Course closes at 11:59 p.m.

Wednesday, February 4

Multi-Paragraph Writing: From Paragraphs to Essays

Attend this session to learn how to teach writing skills using a consistent process that can be applied to individual paragraphs, multi-paragraph compositions, and essays. This session will be led by the associate director of the Landmark School Outreach Program.

• Feb. 4, 2026  |  1 - 3 p.m.

Tuesday, February 10

Evidence-Based Reading Instruction: Fluency Strategies

During this 1.5-hour workshop, participants will learn Evidence-Based Reading Instruction (EBRI) strategies to help teach students how to read more fluently. 

• Feb. 10, 2026  |  1 - 2:30 p.m.