RIDES Summer 2022 teacher training set for June 13-14 and June 20-21

Attention K-8 teachers, the RIDES Summer 2022 Training has a total of six vacancies remaining. Interested parties may participate in either the upcoming Vicksburg or Greenville training.

Date Location
June 13-14 Academy of Innovation, Vicksburg Warren School Dist. 1650 Rosa A. Temple Vicksburg, MS, 39180
June 20-21 Manning Curriculum Complex (formerly Manning Elementary School) Hwy. 1 North/ MLK Blvd. Greenville, MS 38701

RIDES is a hands-on science, technology, engineering, and math program for K-8 teachers.   There is no cost for the training; however,  teachers may purchase CEU credit for $15.

Mississippi Department of Transportation will provide lunch, and each participant will receive a curriculum guide (aligned to National Standards and the College and Career Readiness for Mathematics) and a trunk of supporting resources to share with another participating teacher from your school. The two-day training begins at 9 a.m. and ends at 4 p.m. each day; dress is casual. A boxed lunch will be provided.

Access the RIDES application by clicking here.

Email the applications or questions to  carol.killough@yahoo.com. Applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis until all classes are filled. Teachers not selected for this year’s training sessions will be put on a waiting list and receive priority for next year’s training sessions.