Supplemental programs professional development
We’re committed to developing learning experiences that are rigorous and riveting for both students and educators. Our professional development (PD) offerings are designed to support teachers and leaders through each stage of implementation of your Amplify program(s).
Amplify supplemental programs
Amplify creates K–12 core and supplemental curriculum, assessment, and intervention programs for today’s students. Amplify supplemental programs provide students with personalized learning experiences that engage students in targeted instruction and practice. We also empower teachers with tools to enhance the teacher-student relationship, making it more informed and responsive.
Learn how to get the most out of your supplemental program(s) with our PD.
- Boost Reading
- Boost Lectura
- Boost Close Reading
About Amplify PD sessions
Our PD sets teachers and leaders up for success, whether they are experienced or new to a program. Amplify’s unique PD sessions are designed for year one adoption, or for those who are in year two and beyond. Each Launch and Strengthen session supports learning for up to 30 participants.
Supplemental Strengthen sessions should be scheduled after participants have at least six weeks of student data in order for participants to work with their own data.
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Our interactive sessions empower teachers and leaders implementing Amplify programs, giving them the tools and skills they need to inspire all students to think deeply, creatively, and for themselves. We provide package options for on-site or virtual sessions, through various modalities and durations.
On-site sessionsOn-site sessions are delivered by a live Amplify facilitator at the customer’s preferred location and support up to 30 participants. |
Virtual SessionsVirtual sessions are delivered remotely by an Amplify facilitator in real time and support up to 30 participants. |
Self-paced sessionsSelf-paced sessions include an on-demand subscription to an asynchronous online course. |
Amplify PD sessions by program
Boost Reading (formerly Amplify Reading) is a digital personalized English literacy program for grades K–5 built on the Science of Reading and proven to accelerate growth. Its captivating storylines engage students in powerful reading instruction and practice.
Boost Lectura is a research-based Spanish literacy program that helps students in grades K–2 practice and accelerate their development of foundational reading skills. Boost Lectura uses captivating storylines and adaptive curriculum to engage students in powerful, personalized digital reading instruction.
Boost Close Reading (formerly Amplify Close Reading) is a differentiated reading program for grades 6–8 focused on helping students acquire the close reading skills that empower them to read and understand complex texts. Students build their skills as they journey through a compelling futuristic world.
We’ve created professional development offerings that will help you meet your unique needs this school year. Find out more below!
Boost Reading
The table below lists Boost Reading Launch and Strengthen sessions for year one and beyond.
Click the session title or scroll down to learn more about each session.
| Launch sessions |
| Session title |
On-site or virtual 2 hr. |
Online course Self-paced |
| Getting started for teachers |  |
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| Getting started for leaders | |
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| Getting started for teachers | |
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| Getting started for leaders | |
| Strengthen sessions |
| Session title |
Virtual 1 hr. |
| Maximizing data for teachers |
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*Supplemental Strengthen sessions should be scheduled after participants have at least six weeks of student data in order for participants to work with their own data.
Launch
Propel your teachers into the new school year with sessions that introduce them to their Amplify program(s) and support a strong implementation.
Getting started for teachers
On-site or virtual, 2 hours
Learn the essentials of Boost Reading, including program structure and navigation, and leave ready to implement the program.
Audience: Teachers, instructional staff (maximum 30 participants)
Language: This session is available in both English and Spanish.
Getting started for teachers
Online course, self-paced
Learn the essentials of Boost Reading, including program structure and navigation, and prepare to implement the program through this on-demand course. This subscription includes an individual seat to the course, which takes approximately 2 hours to complete. Participants will be able to access and revisit the course as needed for up to one year.
Audience: Teachers, instructional staff (individual seat)
Getting started for leaders
Online course, self-paced
Prepare to support effective program implementation and learn how to leverage Admin Reports to accelerate student outcomes through this on-demand course. This subscription includes an individual seat to the course, which takes approximately 2 hours to complete. Participants will be able to access and revisit the course as needed for up to one year.
Audience: Leaders (individual seat)
Strengthen
Strengthen your Amplify implementation with sessions that support personalized learning and practice in your classroom.
Amplify will closely partner with you to select the appropriate session(s) that will deepen your teachers’ understanding of your Amplify program(s) and equip them with the tools they need to strengthen student’s learning outcomes.
Boost Lectura
The table below lists Boost Reading Launch sessions for year one and beyond.
Click the session title or scroll down to learn more about each session.
| Launch sessions |
| Session title |
On-site or virtual 2 hr. |
Online course Self-paced |
| Getting started for teachers | |
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| Getting started for teachers | |
Launch
Propel your teachers into the new school year with sessions that introduce them to their Amplify program(s) and support a strong implementation.
Getting started for teachers
On-site or virtual, 2 hours
Learn the essentials of Boost Lectura, including program structure and navigation, and leave ready to implement the program.
Audience: Teachers, instructional staff (maximum 30 participants)
Language: This session is available in both English or Spanish.
Getting started for teachers
Online course, self-paced
Learn the essentials of Boost Lectura, including program structure and navigation, and prepare to implement the program through this on-demand course. This subscription includes an individual seat to the course, which takes approximately 2 hours to complete. Participants will be able to access and revisit the course as needed for up to one year.
Audience: Teachers, instructional staff (maximum 30 participants)
Boost Close Reading
The table below lists Boost Reading Launch and Strengthen sessions for Year 1 and beyond.
Click the session title or scroll down to learn more about each session.
| Launch sessions |
| Session title |
On-site or virtual 2 hr. |
Online course Self-paced |
| Getting started for teachers | |
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| Getting started for teachers | |
| Strengthen sessions |
| Session title |
Virtual 1 hr. |
| Maximizing data for teachers |
|
Launch
Propel your teachers into the new school year with sessions that introduce them to their Amplify program(s) and support a strong implementation.
Getting started for teachers
On-site or virtual, 2 hours
Learn the essentials of Boost Close Reading, including program structure and navigation, and leave ready to implement the program.
Audience: Teachers, instructional staff (maximum 30 participants)
Getting started for teachers
Online course, self-paced
Learn the essentials of Boost Close Reading, including program structure and navigation, and prepare to implement the program through this on-demand course. This subscription includes an individual seat to the course, which takes approximately 2 hours to complete. Participants will be able to access and revisit the course as needed for up to one year.
Audience: Teachers, instructional staff (maximum 30 participants)
Strengthen
Strengthen your Amplify implementation with sessions that support personalized learning and practice in your classroom.
Amplify will closely partner with you to select the appropriate session(s) that will deepen your teacher’s understanding of your Amplify program(s) and equip them with the tools they need to strengthen student’s learning outcomes.
Biliteracy supports
Launch biliteracy sessions are available to support educators implementing both Boost Reading and Boost Lectura. The following session is available as a biliteracy session for educators using both Boost Reading and Boost Lectura:
- Getting started for teachers.
To learn more about enhancing your Amplify experience by purchasing biliteracy programs and/or accompanying PD sessions, contact your account executive.
Getting started for teachers
On-site or virtual, 2 hours
Learn the essentials of Boost Reading and Boost Lectura, including program structure and navigation, and leave ready to implement both programs.
Audience: Teachers, instructional staff (maximum 30 participants)
Getting started for teachers
Online course, self-paced
Learn the essentials of Boost Reading and Boost Lectura, including program structure and navigation, and prepare to implement both programs through this on-demand course. This subscription includes an individual seat to the course, which takes approximately 2 hours to complete. Participants will be able to access and revisit the course as needed for up to one year.
Audience: Teachers, instructional staff (individual seat)
Additional supplemental programs
Additional sessions are also available for Boost Reading+.
Boost Reading+ (formerly Skills Boost) is a reading solution that helps students in grades K–6 accelerate reading growth. This program offers the instruction and practice of Boost Reading with additional, data-informed teacher-led instructional resources to keep students on track with grade-level learning.
Contact your account executive to learn more about enhancing your Amplify experience by purchasing additional supplemental programs and/or accompanying PD sessions.
Contact us
Ready to lock in your dates? Want to learn more about developing a professional development plan to meet your needs? Amplify welcomes the opportunity to partner with your school and district to design professional development plans to meet the needs of your staff (whether they are new or returning to the program), and to answer your questions.
If you would like to order professional development services, please contact your local Amplify sales representative or call (800) 823-1969.