Here's what happening in 2026-2027:

Creating the Conditions for Learning
This hands-on working session will provide participants with tangible strategies and materials to implement immediately to enhance a positive classroom environment. Priority enrollment to teachers with preliminary credentials and teachers who have not yet earned preliminary credentials. Teachers will be paid for their attendance.  Please note that this is the same PD that was offered at Early Back Academy on July 29.

Register for this Session
Location: Willow Creek Center
Thursday, August 13
3:45-5:00

TISP Orientation
Mentors provide an Introduction to MDUSD TISP for participating teachers. Required for those enrolling in TISP for the first time, and not available to those who do not yet meet eligibility requirements or those who are already enrolled in TISP. See the Eligibility page for more information. RSVP by invitation only.  Teachers will be paid for their attendance.

Location: Willow Creek Center
Choice of Tuesday, August 18 or Wednesday, August 19
3:45-4:45
(Ongoing throughout the year as needed)

Mentor / Participating Teacher Pairing
Mentors reach out to schedule individual meetings with participating teachers by
Friday, August 21, 2026 (Ongoing throughout the year for new enrollments)

TISP Enrollment
Participating teachers complete the TISP Agreement to enroll in the program
August 24-28, 2026 (Ongoing throughout the year for new enrollments)

Mingle with the Mentors (Back to School)
A social gathering for MDUSD teachers with preliminary credentials, recent TISP graduates, and those who are considering or are working towards a teaching credential. Come hang out with mentors and connect with each other. This event is optional and teachers will NOT be paid for participation. Feel free to drop in when you are able and leave when you are ready!

RSVP here to let us know you're coming!
Location: Calicraft Shadelands Beer Garden
390 N Wiget Lane, Walnut Creek
Friday, August 28, 2026
3:00-5:00

ILP Goal Deadline
60 days from enrollment. For those enrolling during the week of August 24-28(most participating teachers), the deadline falls between October 26 and 30.

Fall Advisory Panel
The MDUSD Teacher Induction and Support Program relies on input from our educational partners to ensure a highly effective program that meets the needs of participating teachers, students, and school sites. Our Advisory Panel meeting is a 45-minute virtual meeting, held twice each school year in which we provide information about the program and receive input from panel members. Please contact Kirsten Watson at watsonk@mdusd.org if you would like to join the Advisory Panel.

Location: Virtual
Wednesday, November 4
3:45-4:30

Mingle with the Mentors (Fall)
A social gathering for MDUSD teachers with preliminary credentials, recent TISP graduates, and those who are considering or are working towards a teaching credential. Come hang out with mentors and connect with each other. This event is optional and teachers will NOT be paid for participation. Feel free to drop in when you are able and leave when you are ready!

Location: Calicraft Shadelands Beer Garden
390 N Wiget Lane, Walnut Creek
Friday, November 13, 2026
3:00-5:00

Mid-Year ILP Review
TISP ILP Review Panels convene to review all ILPs and provide written feedback. No TISP meetings are held during this week.
December 24-18, 2026

Creating Expansive Classrooms
A professional development opportunity focused on building effective relationships with all students, families, caregivers, and communities, including tips and tricks for supporting students with diverse learning needs. Priority enrollment to teachers with preliminary credentials and teachers who have not yet earned preliminary credentials.

Register for this Session
Location: Willow Creek Center
Choice of dates: Tuesday, February 2 or Thursday, February 4, 2026
8:00-3:00

Mingle with the Mentors (Spring)
A social gathering for MDUSD teachers with preliminary credentials, recent TISP graduates, and those who are considering or are working towards a teaching credential. Come hang out with mentors and connect with each other. This event is optional and teachers will NOT be paid for participation. Feel free to drop in when you are able and leave when you are ready!

Location: Calicraft Shadelands Beer Garden
390 N Wiget Lane, Walnut Creek
Friday, March 12, 2026
3:00-5:00

Last Day for ILP Revisions
Friday, April 30, 2027

End-Year ILP Review
TISP ILP Review Panels convene to review all ILPs and provide written feedback. No TISP meetings are held during this week.
May 3-7, 2027

Final TISP Meetings for 26-27 School Year
Mentors present results of the ILP Review and provide next steps to participating teachers.
May 10-14, 2027

Colloquium (Required for teachers completing their Induction program)
The Mt. Diablo Unified School District Teacher Induction and Support Program Colloquium is an opportunity for all participating teachers who have completed the requirements of TISP to come together in celebration of professional learning, goals accomplished, and progress towards mastery of the California Standards for the
Teaching Profession. During Colloquium, participating teachers will have the opportunity to engage in reflective conversation with their peers on the professional learning obtained over the course of Induction. It is an opportunity to celebrate your many accomplishments!

Location: Willow Creek Center
Monday, May 17, 2027
3:30-5:00

Spring Advisory Panel
The MDUSD Teacher Induction and Support Program relies on input from our educational partners to ensure a highly effective program that meets the needs of participating teachers, students, and school sites. Our Advisory Panel meeting is a 45-minute virtual meeting, held twice each school year in which we provide information about the program and receive input from panel members. Please contact Kirsten Watson at watsonk@mdusd.org if you would like to join the Advisory Panel.

Location: Virtual
Thursday, May 20, 2027
3:45-4:30

Past Events:

Early Back Academy (Title 1 Teachers will be paid for their attendance)
Willow Creek Center
Tuesday, July 29, 2026

New Staff Orientation (Teachers will be paid for their attendance)
Meet TISP mentors and learn about Induction as you are welcomed to MDUSD and learn about the district.
Location: Northgate High School
Wednesday, July 30, 2026
8:00-3:30

Welcome & Classroom Support
Mentors visit classrooms to provide an individual welcome & support in preparing for the school year.
July 29-August 5, 2026

First Day of School Support
Mentors help to welcome students and caregivers to the first day of school.
Thursday, August 6, 2026