Great Things We Noticed
- Shadow science!
- ALL of our SDC classes joining together to learn science! Way to go team!
- Student council elections - Thank you Tina for making this happen!
- Friday Spirit Day - We love seeing the students in their shirts!
- The life cycle of a fish in Ms. Lantz's class!
Nuts and Bolts:
- 10/10/18: Schedule all Art-to-Go Lessons. More info
- Hispanic Heritage Month
- 2018 marks the 50th Anniversary of the establishment of Hispanic Heritage Month. This years theme is“Hispanics: One Endless Voice to Enhance our Traditions.” National Hispanic Heritage Month is observed from September 15 to October 15 and celebrates the histories,cultures and contributions of those whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America.The observation started in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon Johnson and was expanded by President Ronald Reagan in 1988 to cover a 31-day period starting on September 15 and ending on October 15. It was enacted into law on August 17, 1988, on the approval of Public Law 100-402. The day of September 15 is significant because it is the anniversary of independence for Latin American countries Costa Rica, El salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. In addition, Mexico, Chile, and Belize celebrate their independence days on September 16, September 18, and September 21, respectively.
- Resources:
- Classroom Resources:
- National Education Association (NEA)
- http://www.nea.org/tools/lessons/hispanic-heritage-month.html
- Scholastic
- https://www.scholastic.com/teachers/articles/teaching-content/month-ideas-celebrating-hispanic-heritage/
- Rail Safety Month
- September is here and it is Rail Safety Month. How can your team show their support?
- Schools, Students and Bus Drivers; wear red Friday, September 14th and then get as many supporters as you can to wear red.
- Take a photo of your team wearing RED and post on social media. Be sure to use the corresponding hashtag (#) and tag us @caoplifesaver.
- If you don't use social media, no worries, email your picture to caol@caol.us and it will be posted and shared for you!
- On Friday, September 28th, EVERYONE JOIN and WEAR RED in the Nationwide effort to support #RedOut for Rail Safety.
- REEF Teaching Enrichment Grants
- The Teaching Enrichment Grant Program supports teachers, students and staff in the Riverside Unified School District in developing enriching experiences and promoting excellence in their classrooms and schools. Applications due Sept. 14. More info.
- Riverside’s Got Talent
- Now is the time to register to audition for the 7th Annual Riverside’s Got Talent Show. Winners perform on Sunday, November 4 at the Riverside Municipal Auditorium, with six cash prize winners! Applications due Sept. 22. More info.
- Arts Partners Newsletter!
- 2019 Lois B. Krieger Water Project Grants for Educators
- Receive up to $1000 in classroom funding. Deadline to apply is November 9, 2018. This is a great opportunity for schools and teachers to receive some additional funding for science. Please click here for the website with the application.
- Through the grant program, educators and students have the opportunity to become actively engaged in educational and water-related projects. This program continues to have a wide-ranging impact on students and educators in Western’s general service area. The application filing period began on August 1. The deadline to apply is Friday, November 9. Teachers in Western’s service area are eligible to apply. For a list of public schools visit: http://wmwd.com/366/Qualifying-Schools
- Both public and private schools are eligible. For questions regarding the grant application process email: LDeGrave@WMWD.com Application for the Lois B. Krieger Water Project Grants for Educators
- Whole Kids Foundation Grant Opportunities
- Grant opportunities available now through the Whole Kids Foundation, a non-profit founded by Whole Foods Market. The Foundation’s mission is to support schools and inspire families to improve children’s nutrition and wellness. The program includes grant funding for gardens, beehives, salad bars and more.
- The Garden Grant program provides a $2,000 monetary grant to support a new or existing edible garden at either a K-12 School or 501(C)(3) Non-profit working in partnership with a K-12 school. More information can be found at www.WholeKidsFoundation.org
- ELA/ELD Adoption Screencast which includes Day1, Day2, and Day 3. (Link )
- The TK-2 ELA/ELD Adoption Committee has met three times to prepare and select the top two publishers for the pilot. The two publishers for consideration are McGraw Hill Wonders and Benchmark Literacy. The pilot will begin on 9/10 thru 9/28. The committee has done an excellent job researching the curriculum, designing lessons, and communicating information back at their school sites. The debrief and vote will take place on October 3, 2018. The recommendation to the Board is scheduled for December 4, 2018.
- Elementary Science
- Some sites and teachers have purchased FOSS Science modules through site or personal grants. We are very glad to continue to support our teachers experimenting with NGSS. Teachers who are using FOSS modules who are not in Science Renaissance Project will be provided professional Development and in-class coaching.
- If you will be using a FOSS module this trimester for the first time, invite them to attend training MONDAY, Sept. 10th, 3:30-5:30 at Earhart B4. If using a module second trimester, training will be Dec. 6th. If using a module third trimester, training will be March 11th. Please register on PD Hub under the Science tab. Elementary Science Course Leads (Mentors) using a module this trimester should attend this training.
- If you have a teacher will be using a FOSS module this trimester for a second year, we would like to continue their training. Please invite them to attend training WEDNESDAY, Sept. 12th, 3:30-5:30, Earhart B4. If using a module second trimester, training will be Dec. 5th. If using a module third trimester, training will be March 13th.Please register on PD Hub under the Science tab.
- Science Renaissance Project Teachers will continue to participate in Leadership Study groups. First Trimester Cohort 1 and Group 6A: on Sept. 11th for TK-5 and Sept 13th for 6th grade. Second Trimester Cohort 2: TK-5 is Dec. 4th. Third Trimester Cohort 3 and 6B: TK-5 is March 12th and 6th grade is March 14th. Teachers know their Cohort.
- Art-to-Go!
- RUSD is excited to offer six lessons to all TK-6th grades with the Riverside Art Museum’s Art-to-Go. Three of the six lessons will be either Math/Art or Science/Art lessons, and the other three are your choice from the subjects offered. All lessons (to take place September through May) must be scheduled no later than Wednesday, October 10. Click here to schedule lessons. For more information about Art-to-Go please email art2go@riversideartmuseum.org or call (951) 684-7111 x311.
- Additionally, there are a limited number of additional History/Art lessons available that explore the special Tlatilco exhibit. This additional lesson is available through December 30. Click here for more information about booking and scholarships.
FOCUS:
I will be posting information from the Danielson "Framework for Teaching Evaluation Instrument". This will give you examples of each Domain and understand what proficiency looks like under Danielson. In Evaluation instrument they divide each Domain into sub-categories and provide an overall description and explanation of each sub-category:
Domain 1: Planning and Preparation
Domain 1 includes demonstrating knowledge of content and pedagogy, demonstrating knowledge of students, setting instructional outcomes and demonstrating knowledge of resources.
Domain 1a: Demonstrating Knowledge of Content and Pedagogy is described as:
In order to guide student learning, teachers must have command of the subjects they teach. They must know which concepts and skills are central to a discipline and which are peripheral; they must know how the discipline has evolved into the 21st century, incorporating issues such as global awareness and cultural diversity. Accomplished teachers understand the internal relationships within the disciplines they teach, knowing which concepts and skills are prerequisite to the understanding of others. They are also aware of typical student misconceptions in the discipline and work to dispel them. But knowledge of the content is not sufficient; in advancing student understanding, teachers must be familiar with the particularly pedagogical approaches best suited to each discipline.
The elements of component 1a are:
teachers know what these are and how to use them in designing lessons and units.
found to be most effective in teaching.
Indicators include:
Domain 1: Planning and Preparation
Domain 1 includes demonstrating knowledge of content and pedagogy, demonstrating knowledge of students, setting instructional outcomes and demonstrating knowledge of resources.
Domain 1a: Demonstrating Knowledge of Content and Pedagogy is described as:
In order to guide student learning, teachers must have command of the subjects they teach. They must know which concepts and skills are central to a discipline and which are peripheral; they must know how the discipline has evolved into the 21st century, incorporating issues such as global awareness and cultural diversity. Accomplished teachers understand the internal relationships within the disciplines they teach, knowing which concepts and skills are prerequisite to the understanding of others. They are also aware of typical student misconceptions in the discipline and work to dispel them. But knowledge of the content is not sufficient; in advancing student understanding, teachers must be familiar with the particularly pedagogical approaches best suited to each discipline.
The elements of component 1a are:
- Knowledge of content and the structure of the discipline
- Knowledge of prerequisite relationships
teachers know what these are and how to use them in designing lessons and units.
- Knowledge of content-related pedagogy
found to be most effective in teaching.
Indicators include:
- Lesson and unit plans that reflect important concepts int he discipline
- Lesson and unit plans that accommodate prerequisite relationships among concepts and skills
- Clear and accurate classroom explanations
- Accurate answers to students' questions
- Feedback to students that furthers learning
- Interdisciplinary connections in plans and practice
Upcoming Events:
9/10 - Eureka - 1st Grade Out
9/10 - Carrie Out for District Meeting 2:00
9/11 - Eureka - 2nd Grade Out - CHANGE OF LOCATION - Earhart Library
9/11 - PTA Board Meeting - library - 3:30
9/12 - Team Meeting - NOTE CHANGE - 2:55-3:40
9/13 - District Leadership Team Meeting - Carrie and Longi out at 2:45
9/14 - Hawk Shop Open
9/14 - Hawk Shop Open
9/17 - Shared Leadership Team Meeting - Bournes - 7:30
9/19 - Riverside Council PTA Meeting - 9:00-11:00 - Hawthorne
9/19-9/21 - Equity Conference
9/20 - Eureka - 3rd Grade Out
9/22 - Love Hawthorne Day - Come Help in our Gardens! 8:00-12:00
Birthdays:
9/11 - Rhonda - 4th Grade
9/13 - Marian - Kinder
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