TURNAROUND TEAM TIMES

Issue 7 May 2013

Jefferson Parish Public Schools

Turnaround Network

Dear Turnaround Team Administrators and Teachers,

I am excited to bring you this issue of the Turnaround Team Times newsletter. We hope that you will read this publication carefully because it contains important, valuable information that will help all of you in the work that you do to improve student achievement. I am particularly pleased about some of the great professional development that will be offered to the teachers in our network near the end of the summer. Read this newsletter carefully for more information. Then, mark your calendars and prepare to join us as we get ready to kick off the 2013-2014 school year! Meanwhile, the 2012-2013 school year is still in session. As we begin this last month of school, it is vital that you do not relax your expectations for the students. Just because testing is finished and summer is near does not mean that teaching and learning are finished. We still have several weeks of school and they are very important to ensuring that your students master the curriculum and are prepared for next year. It is also important that you all work together to make your school a great learning place for students. This month, I would like to expand on this standard: A team effort for the success of all students While this list is certainly not all encompassing, these are some of the things that indicate that this standard is in place in a school. Everyone, including staff, students, and parents, know exactly what is expected of them and strive to carry out those expectations All faculty and staff members understand the vision and mission of the school and know and take pride in carrying out their specific role and responsibility to help to accomplish it All faculty and staff members take responsibility for the safety and security of every student at all times A master schedule is in place that provides embedded collaborative meeting times for teachers Teachers meet regularly to discuss the curriculum, identify collective goals, develop strategies to achieve those goals, gather and analyze relevant data, and learn from one another PBIS, ABIT, and other teams are in place and functioning well to meet the needs of the school and students. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all of you for your dedication and commitment to the children in your care. Your hard work is much appreciated. With great respect for what you do, Karen Bucher
Inside this issue:
The Number Line TAP TIPS ELA CCSS Resources Summer PD 2 3 3 4

Karen Bucher, Network Executive Director Leslie Dubroc, Administrative Assistant Joan Albrecht, Math Jennifer Campbell, TAP EMT

Sandra DiPascal, ELA Erin Hardin, SpEd Carol Harvey, SpEd Gretchen Shotwell, ELL Elizabeth Towe, Generalist

District Turnaround Office (504) 349-7785

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The Number Line

Joan Albrecht

Math teachers should be following the After Testing Plans to ensure students are prepared for next year. Also, I will send grade level teachers dates and times to begin planning for next year. Middle school teachers will meet at Truman on May 7 in room 101 from 2:45-5:00. Regular math teachers are invited to participate. Below are some web sites that will help teachers as they become more familiar with Common Core State Standards.

Be on the look out for grade level math planning sessions! Middle school math session scheduled May 7th at Truman.

Ready, Set, Prepare! Math Common Core State Standards

www.louisianabelieves.com

Where can I find my Math Common Core Resources? Access to Teacher Support Toolbox: http://www.louisianabelieves.com/resources/classroom-support-toolbox Math Standards: http://www.corestandards.org/Math North Carolina Website: Unpacking the Math Common Core State Standards: http://www.ncpublicschools.org/acre/standards/common-core-tools/#unela Tools for Common Core Professional Development: http://www.achievethecore.org/leadership-tools-common-core/professional-development 2013-2014 Assessment Guides: (There will be a more detailed assessment guide released in August, 2013) http://www.louisianabelieves.com/resources/library/assessment-guidance-2013-2014 2013-2014 Scope and Sequence: Grades K-1: http://www.louisianabelieves.com/resources/library/year-long-scope-sequence Grades 2-8: Although there is a Scope and Sequence in the Toolbox, we will look at the ANET Scope and Sequence and plan from that document.

SUMMER READING FOR TEACHERS: Check out our DTN Website mid to late May and throughout the summer for helpful resources, news, and information. Go to: https://www.sites.google.com/site/jppssdtn/

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TAP TIPS Dont miss this professional development opportunity!

Jennifer Campbell

focusing on the three main TAP rubrics. During this training career teachers will learn about each rubric and make connections to A Deeper Look at the TAP Instructional, their classroom practices. Participants will Design and Planning & the also observe a lesson through video of a Learning Environment Rubrics JPPSS teacher. Using the TAP rubrics, parSession Objective: By the end of this 2-day ticipants will score the lesson. training, teachers will develop a more inAnyone interested will need to sign up in depth understanding of the TAP rubrics: Avatar. Instructional, Designing and Planning, and This training will be Learning Environment. designed for newly hired Save the dates: Potential dates will be career teachers in a TAP within the last 2 weeks of Julystay tuned school, AND teachers for exact dates and times. who want to strengthen These sessions will allow career teachers to their knowledge of the receive extensive Professional Development TAP Rubric.

Ready, Set, Prepare ! ELA Common Core State Standards

Where can I find my ELA Common Core Resources? Access to Teacher Support Toolbox: http://www.louisianabelieves.com/resources/classroom-support-toolbox Standards: English Language Arts & Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects: http://www.corestandards.org/assets/CCSSI_ELA%20Standards.pdf North Carolina Website: Unpacking the ELA Common Core State Standards: http://www.ncpublicschools.org/acre/standards/common-core-tools/#unela Tools for Common Core Professional Development: http://www.achievethecore.org/leadership-tools-common-core/professional-development 2013-2014 Assessment Guides: (There will be a more detailed assessment guide released in August, 2013) http://www.louisianabelieves.com/resources/library/assessment-guidance-2013 -2014 2013-2014 Scope and Sequence: Grades K-1: http://www.louisianabelieves.com/resources/library/year-long-scope-sequence Grades 2-8: Although there is a Scope and Sequence in the Toolbox, we will look at the ANET Scope and Sequence and plan from that document.

Sandra DiPascal

SUMMER READING FOR TEACHERS: Check out our DTN Website mid to late May and throughout the summer for helpful resources, news, and information. Go to: https://www.sites.google.com/site/jppssdtn/

Education for a Brighter Future

S3 Office Hours

Summer PD
School Year Start Up

There will be a few days in June and July when S3s will be available to assist teachers with planning or other instructional concerns. Keep your eye on the our DTN website for exact dates and times. August 5th and 6th

The DTN is proud to host workshops by Sarah Tantillo: 3rd5th Teachers Sarah Tantillo (author of The Literacy Cookbook) and Nancy Guzman (UVA Consultant). Nancy Guzman: K-2nd Teachers These sessions are designed to prepare Middle School Teachers report to school teachers to deliver CCSS content. site August 5th and 6th for PD August 1st and 2nd (Daily rate of pay August 5th and 6th) Sarah Tantillo: Middle School Teachers Times and locations of sessions will Nancy Guzman: 3rd5th Teachers be announced soonsave the dates!
(Stipends paid for attendance)

Back to School Boot Camp

Get your instruction in shape! Work it out with a variety of sessions that include special education topics, textbook vendor support, classroom management ideas, and maybe a few surprises. Back to School Boot Camp is an OPTIONAL set of workshops that can be attended for one or more days (your school may offer an hourly rate of pay for attendance). Dates are: MondayTuesdayWednesday July 2931st Information on registration, location, and times will be sent out soon.

Summer Summit
On May 31 and June 3, 2013 DTN principals and key school leaders will begin planning for the 2013-14 school year. A combination of speakers and development time will prepare leaders for a successful school year launchand beyond.

Golden Apple Awards

The Turnaround Network will honor the achievement of its students, teachers, and schools at a ceremony called the Golden Apple Awards. Those receiving the awards for highest achievement and most improved will be sent personal invitations to the Red Carpet event. Keep this date in mind and look for more details soon!

ROAD TRIP TO GONZALES!

Thursday, May 23, 2013 501 Manhattan Blvd. 6-7:30 PM

South River Assistive Technology Center is offering FREE training this summer in Gonzales. Nothing beats another reason to stop by the outlet mall while strengthening your teacher tools!! Literary Access for All will be held June 17 from 8:30-3 pm. Get "App"ed Up Over IPad's Role in the Classroom will be held June 19 from 8:30 - 3 pm. Ready Set Read with Adapted Reading Material will be held June 26 from 8:30- 3 pm. For more information, check out www.lati3.com.

SUMMER READING FOR TEACHERS: Check out our DTN Website mid to late May and throughout the summer for helpful resources, news, and information. Go to: https://www.sites.google.com/site/jppssdtn/