Institute for Educational Development | Professional Staff Development

Uniquely Qualified Instructor

As a highly regarded and nationally recognized secondary teacher with decades of experience teaching in a block schedule, Peter Paccone brings a wealth of expertise to his engaging seminars. As a knowledgeable presenter, Peter shares powerful and practical block schedule instruction ideas and resources with colleagues locally, regionally, and nationally. Teaching today's students in a block schedule environment offers many rewards, and you can count on Peter to share dozens of practical ideas that is sure to enhance your current practice.

He is the author of Maximize Success in Your Block Schedule Classes, the extensive digital resource handbook each participant will receive at the seminar. Peter will provide ready-to-use tools and resources to help you maximize success in your block schedule classes.

What Your Colleagues Say About Your Presenter

"I've known Peter for years, and so going in, I knew that this was going to be a really good day. It was."

"The digital resource handbook is a treasure. It's packed with practical strategies and resources. Thanks for all the great ideas!"

"Peter spoke in a way that made me want to listen. He knows what it's like to teach in a block schedule and had usable teaching tips and ideas."

"Loved the fact that this was interactive with other educators from around the country. I learned so much!"

"Peter clearly loves teaching and it shows! Thanks for a great day of learning."

"Before attending Peter's seminar, I read his blog post, The Call for Block and my 2021 Research Findings, so I had high hopes for his seminar. He did not disappoint!"

"I loved many of the suggestions he made, especially the ones relating to teacher use of AI."

"I'm a middle school science teacher and math teacher who wanted more ideas for teaching in a block schedule. I learned a lot. Glad I went!"

"I liked how Peter showed us how to make the most of our instruction in a block schedule."

"I've been teaching for years, yet in this seminar I learned even more, new teaching strategies. Looking forward to giving them a go!"