MTDS: BTAP Year 2 St. Charles | October 15, 2026 - March 2, 2027 | 8:00 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 15, 2026
Session 2: Wednesday, December 9, 2026
Session 3: Tuesday, January 26, 2027
Session 4: Tuesday, March 2, 2027
Dr. Elizabeth Strain serves our member by providing professional development to teachers in the beginning stages of their career to those who are seeking mastery. She has over 10 years of experience in education as an elementary special education teacher, school support interventionist and administrative intern. Elizabeth is passionate about building relationships with teachers and supporting them to grow their practice to impact students academically, socially and emotionally. She is most excited when she can facilitate the exciting thoughts and strategies educators bring with each other.
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.