Half Day Workshop Connector Event 2025 GZ
ACAMIS PD Coordinator Half Day Workshop Connector Event
Canadian International School of Guangzhou
Taking place in Guangzhou, on September 5, 2025 (Event Postponed), this half-day event aims to bring together like-minded professionals who play a crucial role in planning and coordinating professional development. In this half-day session, we will explore the complex relationship between professional development (PD) and teacher appraisal. While both aim to enhance educator effectiveness, the balance between fostering growth and evaluating performance can often be tricky to navigate.
Essential Question – How can we ensure that PD remains a tool for genuine professional growth, rather than becoming entangled in performance assessments?
This event will focus on understanding where to draw the line between development and evaluation, where to leverage PD to drive improvement, and where it’s essential to maintain clear boundaries. Through discussion and real-life examples, participants will examine strategies for fostering a culture of growth without compromising the integrity of PD initiatives.
This workshop is now postponed and a new date will be confirmed soon.
Workshop Outcomes
Strategize for Impact: Understand how PD can drive school-wide improvement by fostering a culture of growth, rather than focusing on immediate performance or compliance.
Practical Tools: Walk away with actionable ideas and strategies to take back to your school, enhancing the effectiveness of PD programs.
Collaborative Learning: Discuss real-life examples and share strategies with colleagues who share a similar role to you.
Tailored Guidance: Receive insights on how to leverage PD effectively while keeping the integrity of teacher appraisals intact.
Workshop Details
Date: Event Postponed
Time: 1pm-5pm
Price: Free for member schools, $50 for non-member schools
Notes: No bus provided to and from the host school
Workshop Schedule
1:00 – 1:15
Registration and networking
1:15 - 1:45
Welcome Address
1:45 - 2:00
Setting the Stage: Defining PD vs. Appraisal
2:00 - 3:00
The pitfalls of putting PD and Appraisal in the same bucket (what happens when we combine growth and performance)
3:00 - 3:15
Break and networking (Drinks and light snacks provided)
3:15 – 4:00
Case Study: Real-Life Examples
4:00 – 4:45
Sharing insights and individual action planning
4:45 – 5:00
Q&A and Closing Address
Host School
Canadian International School of Guangzhou (CIS) is the first Alberta, Canadian accredited, Pre-K to Grade 12, International School that is fully registered in both Canada (Alberta) and China. Authorised to offer the Canadian (Alberta) High School Diploma, the IB Primary Years Program (IB PYP) and Advanced Placement (AP) courses, our curricula and programs focus on innovation, creativity and critical thinking skills, best preparing students for the challenges and opportunities they will face as global citizens. A CIS education is a gateway to studying in top-ranked universities in USA and Canada, Europe, Australia, US, Singapore, Hong Kong and more! With 100% of students attending top 100 universities around the world, our academic excellence and holistic approach to education will best prepare your child for the challenges and opportunities they will face as global citizens.
Dean Croy
Head of School
Canadian International School of Guangzhou
Merchant Hill, 122 Dongyi Road of Panyu District, Guangzhou
Refund Policies
If notice of cancellation re the registered participant/sponsor is received:
- 30+ days pre-event: 80% of fee is refundable
- 15-29 days pre-event: 40% of fee is refundable
- Less than 15 days pre-event: no refund
Online PD Programs - No refund will be granted re participants commencing an online PD program and withdrawing part way through. Course material fees (re DiSC surveys, book fees, etc) are not refundable once access is granted.
Refund Due To PD Event CancellationIn the event of cancellation of a conference, workshop or online PD program, we will fully refund the registration or sponsorship fee(s) paid. However, we will be unable to refund any travel, visa or accommodation expenses incurred or course material fees where access has been granted.