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 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.

Wednesday, February 18

Introduction to Diagnostic Assessment of Reading - February (Self-Paced Modules) 

Introduction to Diagnostic Assessment of Reading is an online self-paced short course for anyone who wants to learn more about these diagnostic assessments and why they are so important to evidence-based reading instruction (EBRI). Practitioners who will actually administer these assessments should take the longer course, EBRI: Diagnostic Assessment of Reading - Administration. 

• Feb. 18, 2026   |  Modules open at 8 a.m.
• Mar. 23, 2026  |  Course closes at 11:59 p.m.

Wednesday, February 25

Overview of EBRI - February (Self-Paced Modules)

This self-paced course is the first step on your evidence-based reading instruction (EBRI) journey, providing an introduction to and an overview of EBRI. (Note: STAR training also covers this information, so STAR-trained practitioners do not need to take this Overview of EBRI.) 

• Feb. 25, 2026   |  Modules open at 8 a.m.
• Mar. 27, 2026  |  Course closes at 11:59 p.m.

Culturally Responsive Teaching in ABE/ASE English Language Arts: Community of Practice (Online Blended)

The Culturally Responsive Teaching in English Language Arts Community of Practice (CoP) series will explore some of the core principles of culturally responsive teaching (CRT) along with effective strategies for incorporating them into adult ELA instruction. Through engaging discussions, practical activities, and collaborative learning, participants will build the knowledge and skills necessary to affirm students’ diverse identities and enhance their academic growth.

• Feb. 25, 2026   |  1 - 2:30 p.m.
• Mar. 11, 2026  |   1 - 2:30 p.m.
• Mar. 25, 2026  |   1 - 2:30 p.m.
• Apr. 8, 2026     |   1 - 2:30 p.m.