MTDS: BTAP Year 2 Cohort 4 | October 8, 2026 - April 22, 2027 | 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Beginning Teacher Assistance Program (BTAP)Year 2 is designed to support the continued growth of teachers who have completed BTAP. This program, part of the Missouri Teacher Development System, is open to any teacher who has completed the first year of a BTAP in Missouri and meets the state's certification requirements for the second year.
This MTDS competency-based opportunity provides on-demand learning aligned with Mike Rutherford's MTDS series, consultant support and networking with other teachers. The program emphasizes lesson design with differentiation to meet unique student needs, planning student progress monitoring and working in a community of practice.
Join us to continue your journey as an emerging teacher and build on the success of your first year.
Attendance is required at all four sessions:
Session 1: Thursday, October 8, 2026
Session 2: Tuesday, November 17, 2026
Session 3: Thursday, February 25, 2027
Session 4: Thursday, April 22, 2027
Emily Hilligoss serves our member districts by providing professional development to support new teachers. Emily has been in education for nine years serving as a library clerical aide, secondary ELA teacher, and as a district curriculum and instructional coach. She was a 2022 St. Louis Regional Teacher of the Year and a semi-finalist for the state of Missouri. Emily believes that building relationships both in and out of the classroom is the foundation upon which we grow. She is passionate about supporting and empowering teachers to confidently and effectively help students reach success.
For additional information about this event, please contact Tiffiny Smithtsmith@edplus.org.
Cancellations made more than 10 business days before the event start date will incur a 20% cancellation fee.
Cancellations made 10 business days or less are not eligible for a refund.
If an event is cancelled due to inclement weather or low enrollment, a full refund will be issued.
No-shows will be billed in full.
The cancellation policy applies to all forms of payment including Learning Service Credits.