In this session we dig deep into Amplify. There will be a brief refresher on how to test using Amplify and then how to use that data to create small groups and get your hands on a lot of really good resources to meet individual students needs. We will then switch over to Orton Gillingham and review how to use assessments to group students and where to begin and how to incorporate the three part drill into everyday activities and some resources to help small groups thrive.
This session introduces Palace Pay, a program simulating real-life finance to improve student behavior and financial literacy. Students earn and manage money, learning budgeting, saving, and responsible spending.
Topics include:
Understanding Palace Pay Setting up the program Integrating it into curriculum Addressing challenges and best practices
Participants will gain practical tools to implement Palace Pay effectively, fostering positive behavior and valuable life skills in students.
Educators have been hearing about the importance of a growth mindset for many years and we often share with students that we believe they all can learn and grow. However, as students reach puberty we notice a shift as they begin to value peers' opinions more than the opinions of adults in their lives. In this session, participants will learn about mentor mindset and how they can use this leadership style to develop strong, trusting relationships with young people while also inspiring them to reach their full potential. Participants will leave with ideas they can immediately use in their classroom and anywhere else they work with young people.
Learning a new curriculum is hard! Learning a new curriculum and preparing students for state assessments can seem impossible. This session will discuss ways to leverage what is being taught in EL, and partner that with assessment resources to maximize student outcomes!
This session will allow you to spend time exploring how a key design element of the EL curriculum, the “Read-Think-Talk-Write” cycle, operates at the micro level within a lesson or series of lessons, and at the macro level across the units of a module. The cycle has some subtle superpowers that are likely impacting student learning already, and those powers can get even more impactful when you bring attention and intention to them.
This session is aimed to deepen understanding of math fluency and equip them with practical strategies to foster student mastery of basic math facts. This session is based on the book Math Fact Fluency by Jennifer Bay-Williams.
In this engaging session, we’ll explore how morphology unlocks the meanings behind words, enhances vocabulary development, and improves reading comprehension. Through interactive examples and practical strategies, participants will learn to harness the magic of morphology in their teaching or learning practices. Uncover the hidden power of words and equip yourself with tools to inspire a deeper appreciation for language.
This session will include strategies used in the classroom by ESL and regular ed. teachers to engage English language learners. It is designed to present strategies that engage students with vocabulary, background information and comprehensible input to help them more fully dive into the language arts classroom with a splash of interactive fun.
Join me for an engaging session on the integration of artificial intelligence in education! We will explore innovative resources designed for both teachers and students, highlighting their potential to enhance learning experiences. Additionally, we’ll discuss essential safety measures to ensure a secure implementation of AI in the classroom. Please bring your staff device and your phone as we dive into the exciting world of AI in education together!
Utilizing Canva to create anchor charts for the K-6 classroom. Teachers will have the opportunity to create their own anchor charts and leave with examples to use immediately in their classrooms.
Join our session to discover effective strategies for engaging English Language Learners and integrating literacy skills into science using Gizmos. You’ll explore how environmental changes impact organisms and get hands-on experience with the scientific method by controlling conditions for an alien to observe organism responses. This session will equip you with practical tools to enhance your teaching and make learning more engaging for your students! 👽
In this session we are going to show how we use a variety of resources and technology to reinforce EL curriculum concepts during managed independent learning. This can be used during all block in any module or just in language arts classroom, and is differentiated to multiple levels. Session includes work time.
Come experience the explicit, engaging flow of an Orton Gillingham small group lesson! Ask questions and share your amazing ideas. We'll discuss ways to set up your lessons, engage students in their learning, and ultimately-grow our learners!
Unlock the power of vertical whiteboards to boost student engagement, collaboration, and critical thinking in math! Inspired by Building Thinking Classrooms by Peter Liljedahl, this session explores how using vertical whiteboards encourages active learning, deepens problem-solving skills, and creates a more inclusive, interactive classroom environment.
This session is aimed to deepen understanding of math fluency and equip them with practical strategies to foster student mastery of basic math facts. This session is based on the book Math Fact Fluency by Jennifer Bay-Williams.
In this session we dig deep into Amplify. There will be a brief refresher on how to test using Amplify and then how to use that data to create small groups and get your hands on a lot of really good resources to meet individual students needs. We will then switch over to Orton Gillingham and review how to use assessments to group students and where to begin and how to incorporate the three part drill into everyday activities and some resources to help small groups thrive.
Participants will gain practical strategies for using print and digital resources to build background knowledge effectively, focusing on inclusivity across all reading levels—from early readers to advanced learners. Learn ways in which the library's wide range of curated tools and resources can help educators create equitable learning opportunities and support differentiated instruction. Join us as we uncover the full potential of library resources in shaping informed, curious, and capable readers.
Utilizing Canva to create anchor charts for the K-6 classroom. Teachers will have the opportunity to create their own anchor charts and leave with examples to use immediately in their classrooms.
You've given DIBELS, now what? You will have a gold mine of fresh data coming in this month. This session will guide you through how to analyze and make instructional decisions. We will use reports to answer questions such as: Which students are growing? What are student strengths? What are their areas of need?
Did you participat in the EL & ESL session during our virtual professional development on 11-5? We are happy to be bringing you part 2 of the EL & ESL session. In this session we will take a deep dive into a close reading and language dive and add scaffolds that will ensure our multilingual students are able to successfully access the curriculum. You will leave this session with a close read or language dive lesson to teach within the next two weeks to your class. We cannot wait to work with you all again!
Discover innovative tools and resources that spark creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, empowering students to thrive in science, technology, engineering, arts, and math. We will be highlighting some STEAM materials received by Highland, Riverview, Crawford Woods and Bridgeport but can be related to many other STEAM Labs.
Math manipulatives are not just for primary grades. Manipulatives are hands-on tools that can help students understand math concepts and procedures. In this session we will explore how educators can use manipulatives to help students move from concrete to abstract understanding of various math concepts.
Participants will gain practical strategies for using print and digital resources to build background knowledge effectively, focusing on inclusivity across all reading levels—from early readers to advanced learners. Learn ways in which the library's wide range of curated tools and resources can help educators create equitable learning opportunities and support differentiated instruction. Join us as we uncover the full potential of library resources in shaping informed, curious, and capable readers.
This session introduces Palace Pay, a program simulating real-life finance to improve student behavior and financial literacy. Students earn and manage money, learning budgeting, saving, and responsible spending.
Topics include:
Understanding Palace Pay Setting up the program Integrating it into curriculum Addressing challenges and best practices
Participants will gain practical tools to implement Palace Pay effectively, fostering positive behavior and valuable life skills in students.
Discover how student-led conferences foster open communication between students, parents, and educators. Participants will learn strategies to empower students to take ownership of their learning journey, while building strong, collaborative relationships with parents. With real-world examples and practical resources, you’ll leave equipped to implement student-led conferences immediately and create meaningful dialogue that supports student growth and achievement.
Educators have been hearing about the importance of a growth mindset for many years and we often share with students that we believe they all can learn and grow. However, as students reach puberty we notice a shift as they begin to value peers' opinions more than the opinions of adults in their lives. In this session, participants will learn about mentor mindset and how they can use this leadership style to develop strong, trusting relationships with young people while also inspiring them to reach their full potential. Participants will leave with ideas they can immediately use in their classroom and anywhere else they work with young people.
In this session we are going to show how we use a variety of resources and technology to reinforce EL curriculum concepts during managed independent learning. This can be used during all block in any module or just in language arts classroom, and is differentiated to multiple levels. Session includes work time.
Using scaffolds from Dr. Anita Archer's book, Explicit Instruction, we will share effective writing scaffolds that will positively impact your students writing and comprehension of grade level text. Sentence Framing is an easy and effective instructional strategy that will give your students confidence in their writing and the ability to access grade level writing content. Using this simple teaching strategy teachers will gain knowledge of their students writing and comprehending ability. We look forward to learning together!
