AGI+Professional+Development

=Top Ten Topics for 2009-2010 = 1.  Power School training for the staff. (1.5 hours) 2.  Gradual Release a.  Overriding theme for the year for all curriculum areas. b.  Book study starting with lead teachers and expanding… c.  Staff development 3.  MAP a.  Expand teacher’s understanding of Data and Descarte 4. New Teacher Induction – Work with new and non tenured teachers. 5. 6TH grade changes – · Math and LA curriculum · Updates of the Pacing guides · Changes in common assessments 6.  House meeting and Curriculum marketplace structure. 7.  Revised Standards ? (May be available on line by summer 8.  Writing - ·  Focus for all teachers - framework – good use of Writer’s Workshop  ·  pilots – In addition to the teachers from the writing research committee we need to add a full group of teachers to have at least one teacher in each grade level and area in each group. Science –  ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;">  Foss kits – at least one half day session in one kit with trainers. Social Studies – ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Units may be a pilot. No text has been chosen as of yet. 9. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Learning walks for full staff. 10. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Assessments || ** Wednesday August 26, 2009 ** || ** Thursday August 27, 2009 ** || || **8:00-9:00** Faculty Meeting Cafeteria Welcome-Introductions- handbooks || **7:30-8:15**-Coffee and Donuts || **9:00-10:30-** **Grade 5-** Sarah Norris, TBD || **8:30-10:00-** Take A Look || ||^  || ||^   || ||^   || **Grade 5-** Room 256 **Grade 3-** Melissa Quirk, Ashley Blancard, Marti Staton || **1:00-3:30-** Team Building- Creating a common vision and a Community of Trust || ||^  || //Purpose:// To be sure teachers in this building can complete attendance.
 * ** Avon Grove Intermediate School **
 * Professional Development Days **
 * August 25-27, 2009 ** ||
 * ** Tuesday August 25, 2009 **
 * ROOM PREP DAY
 * ^  || ** Power School Training/Performance Tracker **
 * Grade 3** Room 256
 * Grade 4** Room 241
 * Curriculum Review- LA and Writing **
 * Grade 6-** Lindsay Schusler, Laurie Casarino
 * Curriculum Review content specific **
 * Special area and Specialists- **
 * ^  || ** 10:00-12:00- **
 * Curriculum Review- (lead teachers) **
 * 10:00-11:00- Math **
 * 11:00-11:30- Science **
 * 11:30-12:00- Social Studies **
 * 10:00-12:00- Special Area **
 * ^  || **11:00-11:45-** Welcome from Dr Massaro and Dr Sharp **AG high** || ** 12:00-1:00- Lunch ** ||
 * ^  || ** 11:45-12:15- AGEA meeting **
 * ^  || ** 12:15-1:00- Lunch @High School **
 * ^  || ** Power School Training/Performance Tracker **
 * 1:15-2:45- **
 * Grade 6-** Room 241
 * Specialist and Special Area teachers-** Audion
 * Curriculum Review-LA and Writing **
 * Grade 4-** Annie Norman, Megan Schuster
 * ^  || ** 2:45-3:30- Principal time **
 * PD Plan for 2009-2010 **
 * Power School Training for AGIS **

//Person(s) responsible:// PRINCIPALS, Pat McKeon, ITLT (past and present), and a rep from Powerschool. // Needs: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Two computer labs ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Audion set up with two carts so all teachers have computer access ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Train the Trainer sessions Trainers must choose one of the two sessions. August 12th – 9:00- 11:00 August 18th - 12:00 – 2:00 ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Grade 3 – McKeon and Freeman ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Grade 4 – Daniels and Robinson ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Grade 5 – McKeon and DiDomenico ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Grade 6 – Daniels and Mantell ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Specialists – Adcock and Parker //Time requirement:// 1.5 hours ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> August 26th – 9:00 –10:30 grades 3, 4. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> August 26th – 1:15 – 2:45 grades 5 and 6 and special areas.

//Timeline for completion:// August 26th. // Follow-up: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Inservice day for instruction on Report card. //Purpose:// This model for best practice in all areas of instruction will serve as a model for the entire district. AGIS - Organize learning communities to read and internalize the models for instruction.
 * Gradual Release of Responsibility **

//Person(s) responsible//: Principals will provide the materials Coaches and principals will act as leaders for learning groups. // Needs: // __Better Learning Through Structured Teaching__ by Doug Fisher and Nancy Frey Published by ASCD, 2008 ISBN 978-1-4166-0635-2 __Classroom instruction that works__: research-based strategies for increasing student achievement By Robert J. Marzano, Debra Pickering, Jane E. Pollock Edition: illustrated Published by ASCD, 2001 ISBN 0871205041, 9780871205049

//Time requirement:// First study group - 3 weeks as soon as school starts(timeline listed below) Chapters 1,2, and 3 Chapters 4 and 5 Chapter 6 and debrief These sessons will take place at the same period of time… over 3 learning sessions. Chapters 1,2, and 3 Monday and Tuesday– Read during house meeting time Wednesday – Discussion in grade level meetings.
 * Group 1 – Lead teachers, Reading Specialists and ISTeachers** – 3 sessions (1hour per session.) Teachers will read on their own and come to scheduled after school meetings prepared to discuss. (Stipend??)
 * Group 2 – Grade level groups of teachers with sessions facilitated by lead teachers **

Chapters 4 and 5 Monday and Tuesday– Read during house meeting time Wednesday – Discussion in grade level meetings.

Chapter 6 and debrief Monday and Tuesday– Read during house meeting time Wednesday – Discussion in grade level meetings. Chapters 1,2, and 3 Monday and Tuesday– Read during house meeting time Wednesday – Discussion in grade level meetings. Chapters 4 and 5 Monday and Tuesday– Read during house meeting time Wednesday – Discussion in grade level meetings.
 * Group 3 – Specialists and Special area teachers with sessions facilitated by Coaches, Rdg. Specialists, and ISTeachers. **

Chapter 6 and debrief - Monday and Tuesday– Read during house meeting time Wednesday – Discussion in grade level meetings. // Timeline for completion: // Group 1 sessions – from September 8, 2009 – September 25, 2009 Group 2 and 3 sessions – From October 5, 2009 – October 30,2009

//Follow –up//: ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> PD in grade level meetings will consist of discussions about what this will look like in all subject areas. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> PD for specialist will consist of 8:00 am and market place meetings to discussions what this will look like in all subject areas. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Coaches and lead teachers will model strategies in classrooms when requested. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Principals will look for elements of Gradual release that have been emphasized in classroom visitations and give feedback in post observation conversations.

// Purpose: // Grades 5 and 6 ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Will continue to develop deeper understanding of the dimensions of Reading apprenticeship throughout the year. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Will plan and execute lessons that incorporate Reading Apprenticeship strategies in all subject areas over time. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Will discuss the successes and challenges of these lessons within their learning communities.
 * Reading Apprenticeship **

Grades 3 and 4 ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Will learn the 4 dimensions of reading apprenticeship. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Will observe model lessons in learning communities that reflect age appropriate elements of RA. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Will experiment with lessons following the model lesson within their classrooms and discuss outcomes in learning communities. // Person(s) responsible: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Coaches will support independent practice for 5th and 6th grade. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Cathy Bailey will deliver focused sessions with 3rd and 4th grade teachers. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Coaches will provide support and model lessons as a follow-up. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Teachers will take responsibility for integrating ideas into their instructional practices. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Principals will look for evidence of Reading Apprenticeship strategies in 5th and 6th grade rooms starting in October and in 3rd and 4th grade rooms during the second and third marking periods. // Needs: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Schedule Cathy Bailey for two grade level session with grades 5 and 6. ( October and February) ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Schedule Cathy Bailey for 6 sessionsessions for 3rd and 4th grade teachers.(Sept., October, November, January, February, May) ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Send select teachers to CCIU for full training session.

//Time requirement:// ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> This is year two for 5-6 teachers – there should be some evidence of teachers incorporating the 4 dimensions into their teaching. There should be experimentation with additional strategies and ideas not tried last year. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> The grade 3-4 teachers will begin to understand the dimensions and how to use these strategies with younger students. They will attempt model lessons after watching and discussing their value within PD sessions. // Timeline for completion: // The teachers will gradually incorporate use of Reading Apprenticeship over the next 3-4 years. // Follow –up: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Coaches will incorporate RA ideas into PD and planning sessions with all grade level teams. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Coaches and lead teachers will co-teach and/or model specific lessons in classrooms at teacher’s request. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Principals will support the learning environment and discuss implementation in classrooms with teachers as it is observed. **Team building – Common Vision** //Purpose:// To build a **community of trust** throughout the building. **Create a common vision**. //Person(s) responsible:// Principals, Coaches, ??? SDMT or SAT team ??? // Needs: // // Time requirement: // // Timeline for completion: // // Follow –up: // //Purpose:// ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> To look at the allocation of time for each subject area and to be sure that instructional time is used to its fullest at all grade levels. LA /Writing in 3 and 4 - 120minutes LA/Writing in 5 and 6 – 80 minutes - this change will require some planning and discussion in grade level teams. Math in 3 and 4 – 60 minutes this change will require some planning and discussion in grade level teams. Math in 5 and 6 – 80 minutes this change will require some planning and discussion in grade level teams. Emphasis in Math will center on 3rd and 4th grade with stronger emphasis on 4th. // Person(s) responsible: // Principals, teachers, coaches. // Needs: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Will be incorporated into the planning and pd sessions at grade level meetings. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> PD time to discuss best practice, active engagement, use of time, and how time is wasted. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Periodic checks on how this is working. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Discussion centered around what works and what doesn’t. // Time requirement: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Discussions should start immediately for implementation in the fall. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> //Timeline for completion:// Ongoing throughout the year. //Follow –up:// By principals after observations, coaches during house meetings. Common Assessments ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> To establish common agreement on purpose of assessments (formative and summative) in the classroom. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> To provide data on grade level students, that can be used to guide planning and instruction. // Person(s) responsible: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Lead teachers and coaches // Needs: // For the literacy and math leadership teams - ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Training on how to use assessment builder. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> The support systems in place to use the program. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Summer work hours to input assessments so that they can be used from the beginning of the year. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> A designated person (possibly Mrs. Bogel or Karen Delvechio) to scan tests after they are administered. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Summer hours to look at assessments and their validity ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Summer hours to create a map of assessments so that the feeling of over assessment is addressed.
 * Efficient use of Instructional Time : **
 * Emphasis in LA will center on 5th and 6th grade.**
 * // Purpose: //

For the teachers – ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> PD on beliefs driving common district assessments ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Schedule for all assessments over the school year. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> // Timeline for completion: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Ongoing throughout the year. // Follow –up: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Ongoing throughout the year.

** MAP ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> To administer and proctor the testing in an expedient manner. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> To facilitate the training of teachers in the use of data to inform instruction through DesCartes. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Use data to establish goal setting with students. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Person(s) responsible: Principals, outside consultants, coaches, SAT team, teachers, aides // Needs: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Schedule for administration of tests. ( September 9-18, January 6-14, May 5 – 14) ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Tech support for set-up ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Proctor training ( 3 AIDES OR SUPPORT STAFF MEMBERS) ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Schedule for consultants to work with teams on Des cartes. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Time for teachers to collaboratively explore and understand Des Cartes. // Time requirements: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Proctor training on September 3rd, 2009 ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Field test on September 8th, January 5th, May 4th. //Timeline for completion:// Over time through the year. //Follow –up:// As per consultant.
 * Purpose:

** 6th Grade Changes LA ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;">  To provide a more rigorous curriculum for 6th grade students. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> To include more application of skills in the curriculum for 6th grade students. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> To support higher order thinking skills and metacognition among 6th grade students. // Person(s) responsible: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Dr. Sharp and building principals ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> LA coach and 6th grade lead teachers ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> 6th grade teachers ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> // Needs: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> New materials ordered and given to teachers by the end of this school year. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Schedule a Holt trainer for early in the year for inservice training. (possibly half day sessions by house with the trainer.) ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Time for pacing guides to be rewritten to reflect the new program. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> New assessments need to be selected for Formative and Summative assessments. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Teachers need collaborative time to plan and discuss implementation. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> // Time requirement: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Holt trainer – Half day session – Two sessions – Day one am – Blue house and purple house 6th grade teachers Day one pm – Red house and orange house 6th grade teachers Or One Full day session for all 6ht grade LA teachers ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Designated house meetings for whole team planning and discussion. // Timeline for completion: // Throughout the year. // Follow –up: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Discussions with literacy team members ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Principals will give feedback after observations. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Coaches will plan with grade level teams regularly. ** 6th Grade Changes Math ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Introduction of two pre-algebra classes. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> To provide a more rigorous curriculum for 6th grade students. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> To include more application of skills in the curriculum for 6th grade students. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> To support higher order thinking skills and metacognition among 6th grade students. // Person(s) responsible: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Building principals, math coach ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Pre algebra teachers ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> 6th grade teachers // Needs: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Pre algebra materials ordered and given to teachers prior to the end of the school year. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Possibility of Course One materials for the remaining 6th grade. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Schedule Prentice Hall trainer for early in the school year.(possibly host or join FSEMS) ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Pacing guides and assessments for pre algebra. // Time requirement: // //Timeline for completion:// Ongoing throughout the year. // Follow –up: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Principals will give feedback after observations. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Coaches will plan with grade level teams regularly.
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** Writing ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Clarify the concept of Writer’s Workshop across all grade levels in the district. To use common language and terms. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Introduce Belief statement for the district ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Introduce the Writing Frameworks that are completed to the staff. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Share the progress of the writing pilot programs. // Person(s) responsible: // Principals, Literacy coach and members of the Writing Research committee. //Needs:// Summer work time for frameworks and planning for roll out items. // Time requirement: // Several house meetings in the beginning of the year. Follow –up as needed. //Timeline for completion:// First trimester for initial items. Follow-up throughout the year.
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Language Arts // 1. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> // //Purpose//: ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> To train selected teachers to use SOAR as an intervention for comprehension.

//Person(s) responsible//: ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Principals and literacy team with RTI team

//Needs//: ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Select teachers for training based on the number of students who need support. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Organize and hold a training session. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Determine materials required for implementation( teacher manuals, student workbooks etc.) //Time requirement//: ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> August and September //Timeline for completion//: // Follow –up: // // 2. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> //// Purpose : // To begin AYP intervention groups in September

//Person(s) responsible//: ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Principals. SAT data team, Literacy team.

Needs: ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Decision on which students will be serviced( PSSA scores) ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Decision on the focus for the intervention ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Decision on what materials are going to be used. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> How many groups will happen during the flex period of the day. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Who will be teaching groups and a schedule for time. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> What assessments will be used to determine progress.

//Time requirement//: ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> From September – April // 3. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> // Purpose: To assure proper use of Harcourt intervention kit.

Person responsible: Literacy team and principals

Needs: ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Determine which teachers will be using the intervention kit based on need by grade level. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Create a schedule for training for those teachers who are using the kits. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Implement the training schedule ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Support those teachers and monitor student progress through literacy team members.

Time requirement: ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Training in September ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Support – ongoing throughout the year.

** Math ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> To use data from PSSA and MAP to establish intervention groups for VIP to begin in September. //Person(s) responsible:// Principals, Math Caoch and SAT data team // Needs: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Determine targeted students ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Determine staffing needs ( VIP coordinator and professional teacher) ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Organize and train parent volunteers
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//Time requirement:// August through May. //Timeline for completion:// Ongoing throughout the year. // Follow –up: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Monthly meeting with VIP coordinator to review student progress.

//Purpose//: ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> To utilize PD time to foster understanding of the use of manipulatives and inquiry based instruction. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> To plan for and establish efficient use of instructional time. // Person(s) responsible: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Principals, math coach, lead teachers. // Needs: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Necessary materials for inquiry based instruction(i.e.manipulatives) // Time requirement: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Ongoing throughout the year prior to each new unit of study.

** Science ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> // Foss Kits // // Person(s) responsible: // // Needs: // // Time requirement: // // Timeline for completion: // // Follow –up: // ** Social Studies ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> // Person(s) responsible: // // Needs: // // Time requirement: // // Timeline for completion: // // Follow –up: // ** New Teacher Induction – As per district plan – Wednesday, June 3rd, 1:00 // Person(s) responsible: // // Needs: // // Time requirement: // // Timeline for completion: // // Follow –up: // ** Learning Walks // Person(s) responsible: // // Needs: // // Time requirement: // // Timeline for completion: // // Follow –up: //
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** AGIS - PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN for 2009-2010 Overall goal: **To introduce teachers to the Gradual Release of Responsibility/Reading Apprenticeship Framework for Instruction.** Technology Goal: **To instruct all faculty in the use of the Powerschool program for attendance and report cards.** Supporting 21st century skills within a gradual release classroom. LA Goal **: To support teachers use of gradual release format in lessons and best use of allotted instructional time.** Math Goal **: To support teachers use of inquiry based learning in an efficient manner through the use of** Gradual Release.

|| 3rd grade – computer lab 4th grade – computer lab || || 5th grade – computer lab 6th grade – computer lab Special area teachers - Audion || || Lead Teachers, Reading Specialists, Coaches, IST teachers || Complete anticipation guide prior to reading Distribute books on Gradual Release (Fisher and Frey) Chunk the readings Reading time ||
 * DATE || Time || AGENDA ||
 * August 12, 2009 || 9:00 – 11:00 || Train the trainer session ||
 * August 18, 2009 || 12:00 – 2:00 || Train the trainer session ||
 * August 26th || 9:00 –10:30
 * August 26th || 9:00 – 10:30 || Curriculum review LA/Writing **– Grades 5 and 6 and Special Area teachers - led by lead teachers in all grade levels.** ||
 * August 26th || 1:15 – 2:45
 * August 26th || 1:15 –2:45 || Curriculum review LA/Writing **– Grades 3 and 4 teachers - led by lead teachers in all grade levels.** ||
 * August 27th || 10:00 – 12:00 || Curriculum Review - Math, Science, Social Studies –
 * Grades 3,4,5,6 and Special area teachers – led by lead teachers from all subject areas. ** ||
 * August 27th || 1:00 - 3:30 || Team Building – **Creating a Community of Trust and a common vision.** ||
 * September 1, 2009 || Throughout the day at grade-level meeting times. || LA Topic Day **– Pacing guides – Assessment Calendar.**
 * September 2, 2009 || Throughout the day at grade-level meeting times. || Math Topic Day **– Pacing guides – curriculum comparison.** ||
 * September 2, 2009 || 3:45 – 4:45 (Stipend)
 * September 8, 2009 || Throughout the day at grade-level meeting times. || LA Topic Day – Writing Frameworks in detail. ||
 * September 9, 2009 || Throughout the day at grade-level meeting times. || Math Topic Day – ||
 * September 8, 2009 || 3:45 – 4:45 (Stipend)

|| Book Discussion on chapters 1-3 Reading time for chapters 4 & 5. || Writer’s Workshop – What it is/ What it is not. || Reading time for chapter 6. || || Next steps - Planning time for Learning communities for the remaining staff. || Power School –Report cards || || Distribute books on Gradual Release (Fisher and Frey) Chunk the readings Reading time || Distribute books on Gradual Release (Fisher and Frey) Chunk the readings Reading time || || 8:00 – 8:35 Specialists and Special area teachers || Reading time || || || No touch grading day. ||
 * September 15, 2009 || Throughout the day at grade-level meeting times. || LA Topic Day –
 * September 15, 2009 || 3:45 – 4:45 (Stipend) || Book Discussion on chapters 4&5
 * September 16, 2009 || Throughout the day at grade-level meeting times. || Math Topic Day – ||
 * September 22, 2009 || Throughout the day at grade-level meeting times. || LA Topic Day –
 * September 22, 2009 || 3:45 – 5:15 (Stipend) || Book Discussion on Chapter 6
 * September 23, 2009 || Throughout the day at grade-level meeting times. || Math Topic Day – ||
 * September 28, 2009 || || TEACHER INSERVICE DAY –
 * September 29, 2009 || Throughout the day at grade-level meeting times. || LA Topic Day –
 * September 30, 2009 || Throughout the day at grade-level meeting times. || Math Topic Day – ||
 * October 5, 2009 || 8:00 – 8:35 Specialists and Special area teachers || Complete anticipation guide prior to reading
 * October 5, 2009 || Throughout the day at grade-level meeting times. || Complete anticipation guide prior to reading
 * October 6, 2009
 * ^  || Throughout the day at grade-level meeting times. || Reading time ||
 * October 7, 2009 || 8:00 – 8:35 Specialists and Special area teachers || Book Discussion on chapters 1-3
 * ^  || Throughout the day at grade-level meeting times. || Book Discussion on chapters 1-3
 * October 12, 2009 || 8:00 – 8:35 Specialists and Special area teachers || Reading time ||
 * ^  || Throughout the day at grade-level meeting times. || Reading time ||
 * October 13, 2009 || 8:00 – 8:35 Specialists and Special area teachers || Reading time ||
 * ^  || Throughout the day at grade-level meeting times. || Reading time ||
 * October 14, 2009 || 8:00 – 8:35 Specialists and Special area teachers || Book discussion on Chapters 4 and 5. ||
 * ^  || Throughout the day at grade-level meeting times. || Book discussion on Chapters 4 and 5. ||
 * October 19 2009 || 8:00 – 8:35 Specialists and Special area teachers || Reading time ||
 * ^  || Throughout the day at grade-level meeting times. || Reading time ||
 * October 20, 2009 || 8:00 – 8:35 Specialists and Special area teachers || Reading time ||
 * ^  || Throughout the day at grade-level meeting times. || Reading time ||
 * October 21, 2009 || 8:00 – 8:35 Specialists and Special area teachers || Book discussion on chapter 6 ||
 * ^  || Throughout the day at grade-level meeting times. || Book discussion on chapter 6 ||
 * October 27 2009 || 8:00 – 8:35 Specialists and Special area teachers || How will this look in my classroom? ||
 * ^  || Throughout the day at grade-level meeting times. || How will this look in my classroom? ||
 * October 28, 2009 || 8:00 – 8:35 Specialists and Special area teachers || How will this look in my classroom? ||
 * ^  || Throughout the day at grade-level meeting times. || How will this look in my classroom? ||
 * November 3, 2009 || || Teacher Inservice Day ||
 * November 10, 2009 || || ||
 * November 11, 2009 || || ||
 * November 17, 2009 || || ||
 * November18, 20009 || || ||
 * December 1, 2009 || || ||
 * December 2, 2009 || || ||
 * December 8, 2009 || || ||
 * December 9, 2009 || || ||
 * December 17, 2009 || || ||
 * December 18, 2009 || || ||
 * January 5, 2010 || || ||
 * January 6, 2010 || || ||
 * January 25, 2010 (Tentative) || || Teacher Inservice Day ||
 * March 1, 2010 || || Teacher Inservice Day
 * January 25, 2010 (Tentative) || || Teacher Inservice Day ||
 * March 1, 2010 || || Teacher Inservice Day

=<span style="color: rgb(54, 95, 145); font-family: Cambria;">Top Ten Topics for 2009-2010 = 1. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Power School training for the staff. (1.5 hours) 2. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Gradual Release a. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Overriding theme for the year for all curriculum areas. b. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Book study starting with lead teachers and expanding… c. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Staff development 3. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> MAP a. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Expand teacher’s understanding of Data and Descarte 4. New Teacher Induction – Work with new and non tenured teachers. 5. 6TH grade changes – ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Math and LA curriculum ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Updates of the Pacing guides ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Changes in common assessments 6. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> House meeting and Curriculum marketplace structure. 7. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Revised Standards ? (May be available on line by summer 8. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Writing - ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;">  Focus for all teachers - framework – good use of Writer’s Workshop  ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;">  pilots – In addition to the teachers from the writing research committee we need to add a full group of teachers to have at least one teacher in each grade level and area in each group. Science –  ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;">  Foss kits – at least one half day session in one kit with trainers. Social Studies – ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Units may be a pilot. No text has been chosen as of yet. 9. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Learning walks for full staff. 10. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Assessments

Professional Development Days August 25-27, 2009 || || Wednesday August 26, 2009 || Thursday August 27, 2009 || || 8:00-9:00 **Faculty Meeting** Cafeteria Welcome-Introductions- handbooks || 7:30-8:15**-Coffee and Donuts** || 9:00-10:30- Grade 3 **Room 256 **Grade 4 **Room 241 ** Curriculum Review- LA and Writing Grade 5- **Sarah Norris, TBD **Grade 6- **Lindsay Schusler, Laurie Casarino** Curriculum Review content specific Special area and Specialists- || 8:30-10:00- **Take A Look** || Curriculum Review- (lead teachers) 10:00-11:00- Math 11:00-11:30- Science 11:30-12:00- Social Studies 10:00-12:00- Special Area
 * Avon Grove Intermediate School
 * Tuesday August 25, 2009
 * ROOM PREP DAY
 * ^  || Power School Training/Performance Tracker
 * ^  || 10:00-12:00-

||^  || ||^   || ||^   || 1:15-2:45- Grade 5- **Room 256 **Grade 6- **Room 241 **Specialist and Special Area teachers- **Audion** Curriculum Review-LA and Writing Grade 3- **Melissa Quirk, Ashley Blancard, Marti Staton **Grade 4- **Annie Norman, Megan Schuster ** || 1:00-3:30- **Team Building- Creating a common vision and a Community of Trust** || ||^  || PD Plan for 2009-2010 Power School Training for AGIS
 * ^  || 11:00-11:45- **Welcome from Dr Massaro and Dr Sharp** AG high || 12:00-1:00- Lunch ||
 * ^  || 11:45-12:15- AGEA meeting
 * ^  || 12:15-1:00- Lunch @High School
 * ^  || Power School Training/Performance Tracker
 * ^  || 2:45-3:30- Principal time
 * //Purpose:// To be sure teachers in this building can complete attendance.

//Person(s) responsible:// PRINCIPALS, Pat McKeon, ITLT (past and present), and a rep from Powerschool. // Needs: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Two computer labs ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Audion set up with two carts so all teachers have computer access ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Train the Trainer sessions Trainers must choose one of the two sessions. August 12th – 9:00- 11:00 August 18th - 12:00 – 2:00 ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Grade 3 – McKeon and Freeman ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Grade 4 – Daniels and Robinson ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Grade 5 – McKeon and DiDomenico ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Grade 6 – Daniels and Mantell ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Specialists – Adcock and Parker //Time requirement:// 1.5 hours ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> August 26th – 9:00 –10:30 grades 3, 4. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> August 26th – 1:15 – 2:45 grades 5 and 6 and special areas.

//Timeline for completion:// August 26th. // Follow-up: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Inservice day for instruction on Report card. ** Gradual Release of Responsibility This model for best practice in all areas of instruction will serve as a model for the entire district. AGIS - Organize learning communities to read and internalize the models for instruction.
 * //Purpose://

//Person(s) responsible//: Principals will provide the materials Coaches and principals will act as leaders for learning groups. // Needs: // __Better Learning Through Structured Teaching__ by Doug Fisher and Nancy Frey Published by ASCD, 2008 ISBN 978-1-4166-0635-2 __Classroom instruction that works__: research-based strategies for increasing student achievement By Robert J. Marzano, Debra Pickering, Jane E. Pollock Edition: illustrated Published by ASCD, 2001 ISBN 0871205041, 9780871205049

//Time requirement:// First study group - 3 weeks as soon as school starts(timeline listed below) **Group 1 – Lead teachers, Reading Specialists and ISTeachers **– 3 sessions (1hour per session.) Teachers will read on their own and come to scheduled after school meetings prepared to discuss. (Stipend??)** Chapters 1,2, and 3 Chapters 4 and 5 Chapter 6 and debrief These sessons will take place at the same period of time… over 3 learning sessions.

Group 2 – Grade level groups of teachers with sessions facilitated by lead teachers Wednesday – Discussion in grade level meetings.
 * Chapters 1,2, and 3 Monday and Tuesday– Read during house meeting time

Chapters 4 and 5 Monday and Tuesday– Read during house meeting time Wednesday – Discussion in grade level meetings.

Chapter 6 and debrief Monday and Tuesday– Read during house meeting time Wednesday – Discussion in grade level meetings. ** Group 3 – Specialists and Special area teachers with sessions facilitated by Coaches, Rdg. Specialists, and ISTeachers. Wednesday – Discussion in grade level meetings. Chapters 4 and 5 Monday and Tuesday– Read during house meeting time Wednesday – Discussion in grade level meetings.
 * Chapters 1,2, and 3 Monday and Tuesday– Read during house meeting time

Chapter 6 and debrief - Monday and Tuesday– Read during house meeting time Wednesday – Discussion in grade level meetings. // Timeline for completion: // Group 1 sessions – from September 8, 2009 – September 25, 2009 Group 2 and 3 sessions – From October 5, 2009 – October 30,2009

//Follow –up//: ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> PD in grade level meetings will consist of discussions about what this will look like in all subject areas. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> PD for specialist will consist of 8:00 am and market place meetings to discussions what this will look like in all subject areas. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Coaches and lead teachers will model strategies in classrooms when requested. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Principals will look for elements of Gradual release that have been emphasized in classroom visitations and give feedback in post observation conversations.

** Reading Apprenticeship Grades 5 and 6 ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Will continue to develop deeper understanding of the dimensions of Reading apprenticeship throughout the year. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Will plan and execute lessons that incorporate Reading Apprenticeship strategies in all subject areas over time. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Will discuss the successes and challenges of these lessons within their learning communities.
 * // Purpose: //

Grades 3 and 4 ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Will learn the 4 dimensions of reading apprenticeship. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Will observe model lessons in learning communities that reflect age appropriate elements of RA. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Will experiment with lessons following the model lesson within their classrooms and discuss outcomes in learning communities. // Person(s) responsible: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Coaches will support independent practice for 5th and 6th grade. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Cathy Bailey will deliver focused sessions with 3rd and 4th grade teachers. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Coaches will provide support and model lessons as a follow-up. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Teachers will take responsibility for integrating ideas into their instructional practices. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Principals will look for evidence of Reading Apprenticeship strategies in 5th and 6th grade rooms starting in October and in 3rd and 4th grade rooms during the second and third marking periods. // Needs: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Schedule Cathy Bailey for two grade level session with grades 5 and 6. ( October and February) ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Schedule Cathy Bailey for 6 sessionsessions for 3rd and 4th grade teachers.(Sept., October, November, January, February, May) ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Send select teachers to CCIU for full training session.

//Time requirement:// ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> This is year two for 5-6 teachers – there should be some evidence of teachers incorporating the 4 dimensions into their teaching. There should be experimentation with additional strategies and ideas not tried last year. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> The grade 3-4 teachers will begin to understand the dimensions and how to use these strategies with younger students. They will attempt model lessons after watching and discussing their value within PD sessions. // Timeline for completion: // The teachers will gradually incorporate use of Reading Apprenticeship over the next 3-4 years. // Follow –up: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Coaches will incorporate RA ideas into PD and planning sessions with all grade level teams. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Coaches and lead teachers will co-teach and/or model specific lessons in classrooms at teacher’s request. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Principals will support the learning environment and discuss implementation in classrooms with teachers as it is observed.

** Team building – Common Vision //Person(s) responsible:// Principals, Coaches, ??? SDMT or SAT team ??? // Needs: // // Time requirement: // // Timeline for completion: // // Follow –up: //
 * //Purpose:// To build a **community of trust **throughout the building.** Create a common vision **.**

Efficient use of Instructional Time : ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> To look at the allocation of time for each subject area and to be sure that instructional time is used to its fullest at all grade levels. LA /Writing in 3 and 4 - 120minutes LA/Writing in 5 and 6 – 80 minutes - this change will require some planning and discussion in grade level teams. Math in 3 and 4 – 60 minutes this change will require some planning and discussion in grade level teams. Math in 5 and 6 – 80 minutes this change will require some planning and discussion in grade level teams. **Emphasis in LA will center on 5th and 6th grade. Emphasis in Math will center on 3rd and 4th grade with stronger emphasis on 4th. // Person(s) responsible: // Principals, teachers, coaches. // Needs: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Will be incorporated into the planning and pd sessions at grade level meetings. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> PD time to discuss best practice, active engagement, use of time, and how time is wasted. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Periodic checks on how this is working. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Discussion centered around what works and what doesn’t. // Time requirement: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Discussions should start immediately for implementation in the fall. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> //Timeline for completion:// Ongoing throughout the year. //Follow –up:// By principals after observations, coaches during house meetings. // Purpose: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> To establish common agreement on purpose of assessments (formative and summative) in the classroom. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> To provide data on grade level students, that can be used to guide planning and instruction. // Person(s) responsible: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Lead teachers and coaches // Needs: // For the literacy and math leadership teams - ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Training on how to use assessment builder. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> The support systems in place to use the program. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Summer work hours to input assessments so that they can be used from the beginning of the year. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> A designated person (possibly Mrs. Bogel or Karen Delvechio) to scan tests after they are administered. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Summer hours to look at assessments and their validity ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Summer hours to create a map of assessments so that the feeling of over assessment is addressed.
 * //Purpose://
 * Common Assessments **

For the teachers – ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> PD on beliefs driving common district assessments ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Schedule for all assessments over the school year. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> // Timeline for completion: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Ongoing throughout the year. // Follow –up: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Ongoing throughout the year.

Purpose: ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> To administer and proctor the testing in an expedient manner. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> To facilitate the training of teachers in the use of data to inform instruction through DesCartes. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Use data to establish goal setting with students. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Person(s) responsible: Principals, outside consultants, coaches, SAT team, teachers, aides // Needs: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Schedule for administration of tests. ( September 9-18, January 6-14, May 5 – 14) ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Tech support for set-up ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Proctor training ( 3 AIDES OR SUPPORT STAFF MEMBERS) ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Schedule for consultants to work with teams on Des cartes. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Time for teachers to collaboratively explore and understand Des Cartes. // Time requirements: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Proctor training on September 3rd, 2009 ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Field test on September 8th, January 5th, May 4th. //Timeline for completion:// Over time through the year. //Follow –up:// As per consultant.
 * MAP **

// Purpose: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> To provide a more rigorous curriculum for 6th grade students. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> To include more application of skills in the curriculum for 6th grade students. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> To support higher order thinking skills and metacognition among 6th grade students. // Person(s) responsible: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Dr. Sharp and building principals ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> LA coach and 6th grade lead teachers ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> 6th grade teachers ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> // Needs: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> New materials ordered and given to teachers by the end of this school year. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Schedule a Holt trainer for early in the year for inservice training. (possibly half day sessions by house with the trainer.) ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Time for pacing guides to be rewritten to reflect the new program. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> New assessments need to be selected for Formative and Summative assessments. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Teachers need collaborative time to plan and discuss implementation. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> // Time requirement: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Holt trainer – Half day session – Two sessions – Day one am – Blue house and purple house 6th grade teachers Day one pm – Red house and orange house 6th grade teachers Or One Full day session for all 6ht grade LA teachers ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Designated house meetings for whole team planning and discussion. // Timeline for completion: // Throughout the year. // Follow –up: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Discussions with literacy team members ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Principals will give feedback after observations. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Coaches will plan with grade level teams regularly. // Purpose: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Introduction of two pre-algebra classes. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> To provide a more rigorous curriculum for 6th grade students. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> To include more application of skills in the curriculum for 6th grade students. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> To support higher order thinking skills and metacognition among 6th grade students. // Person(s) responsible: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Building principals, math coach ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Pre algebra teachers ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> 6th grade teachers // Needs: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Pre algebra materials ordered and given to teachers prior to the end of the school year. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Possibility of Course One materials for the remaining 6th grade. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Schedule Prentice Hall trainer for early in the school year.(possibly host or join FSEMS) ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Pacing guides and assessments for pre algebra. // Time requirement: // //Timeline for completion:// Ongoing throughout the year. // Follow –up: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Principals will give feedback after observations. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Coaches will plan with grade level teams regularly.
 * 6th Grade Changes LA **
 * 6th Grade Changes Math **

//Purpose:// ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Clarify the concept of Writer’s Workshop across all grade levels in the district. To use common language and terms. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Introduce Belief statement for the district ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Introduce the Writing Frameworks that are completed to the staff. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Share the progress of the writing pilot programs. // Person(s) responsible: // Principals, Literacy coach and members of the Writing Research committee. //Needs:// Summer work time for frameworks and planning for roll out items. // Time requirement: // Several house meetings in the beginning of the year. Follow –up as needed. //Timeline for completion:// First trimester for initial items. Follow-up throughout the year.
 * Writing **

Language Arts // 1. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> // //Purpose//: ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> To train selected teachers to use SOAR as an intervention for comprehension.

//Person(s) responsible//: ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Principals and literacy team with RTI team

//Needs//: ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Select teachers for training based on the number of students who need support. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Organize and hold a training session. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Determine materials required for implementation( teacher manuals, student workbooks etc.) //Time requirement//: ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> August and September //Timeline for completion//: // Follow –up: // // 2. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> //// Purpose : // To begin AYP intervention groups in September

//Person(s) responsible//: ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Principals. SAT data team, Literacy team.

Needs: ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Decision on which students will be serviced( PSSA scores) ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Decision on the focus for the intervention ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Decision on what materials are going to be used. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> How many groups will happen during the flex period of the day. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Who will be teaching groups and a schedule for time. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> What assessments will be used to determine progress.

//Time requirement//: ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> From September – April // 3. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> // Purpose: To assure proper use of Harcourt intervention kit.

Person responsible: Literacy team and principals

Needs: ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Determine which teachers will be using the intervention kit based on need by grade level. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Create a schedule for training for those teachers who are using the kits. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Implement the training schedule ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Support those teachers and monitor student progress through literacy team members.

Time requirement: ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Training in September ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Support – ongoing throughout the year.

// Purpose: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> To use data from PSSA and MAP to establish intervention groups for VIP to begin in September. //Person(s) responsible:// Principals, Math Caoch and SAT data team // Needs: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Determine targeted students ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Determine staffing needs ( VIP coordinator and professional teacher) ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Organize and train parent volunteers
 * Math **

//Time requirement:// August through May. //Timeline for completion:// Ongoing throughout the year. // Follow –up: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Monthly meeting with VIP coordinator to review student progress.

//Purpose//: ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> To utilize PD time to foster understanding of the use of manipulatives and inquiry based instruction. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> To plan for and establish efficient use of instructional time. // Person(s) responsible: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Principals, math coach, lead teachers. // Needs: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Necessary materials for inquiry based instruction(i.e.manipulatives) // Time requirement: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> Ongoing throughout the year prior to each new unit of study.

// Purpose: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> // Foss Kits // // Person(s) responsible: // // Needs: // // Time requirement: // // Timeline for completion: // // Follow –up: // // Purpose: // ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;"> // Person(s) responsible: // // Needs: // // Time requirement: // // Timeline for completion: // // Follow –up: // // Purpose: // // Person(s) responsible: // // Needs: // // Time requirement: // // Timeline for completion: // // Follow –up: // // Purpose: // // Person(s) responsible: // // Needs: // // Time requirement: // // Timeline for completion: // // Follow –up: //
 * Science **
 * Social Studies **
 * New Teacher Induction – As per district plan – Wednesday, June 3rd, 1:00 **
 * Learning Walks **

**Overall goal:** To introduce teachers to the Gradual Release of Responsibility/Reading Apprenticeship Framework for Instruction. Supporting 21st century skills within a gradual release classroom. Gradual Release.
 * AGIS - PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN for 2009-2010 **
 * Technology Goal:** To instruct all faculty in the use of the Powerschool program for attendance and report cards.
 * LA Goal** : To support teachers use of gradual release format in lessons and best use of allotted instructional time.
 * Math Goal**: To support teachers use of inquiry based learning in an efficient manner through the use of

|| 3rd grade – computer lab 4th grade – computer lab || || 5th grade – computer lab 6th grade – computer lab Special area teachers - Audion || Grades 3,4,5,6 and Special area teachers – led by lead teachers from all subject areas. || || Lead Teachers, Reading Specialists, Coaches, IST teachers || Complete anticipation guide prior to reading Distribute books on Gradual Release (Fisher and Frey) Chunk the readings Reading time ||
 * ** DATE ** || ** Time ** || ** AGENDA ** ||
 * August 12, 2009 || 9:00 – 11:00 || Train the trainer session ||
 * August 18, 2009 || 12:00 – 2:00 || Train the trainer session ||
 * August 26th || 9:00 –10:30
 * August 26th || 9:00 – 10:30 || **Curriculum review LA/Writing** – Grades 5 and 6 and Special Area teachers - led by lead teachers in all grade levels. ||
 * August 26th || 1:15 – 2:45
 * August 26th || 1:15 –2:45 || **Curriculum review LA/Writing** – Grades 3 and 4 teachers - led by lead teachers in all grade levels. ||
 * August 27th || 10:00 – 12:00 || ** Curriculum Review - Math, Science, Social Studies – **
 * August 27th || 1:00 - 3:30 || **Team Building –** Creating a Community of Trust and a common vision. ||
 * September 1, 2009 || Throughout the day at grade-level meeting times. || **LA Topic Day** – Pacing guides – Assessment Calendar.
 * September 2, 2009 || Throughout the day at grade-level meeting times. || **Math Topic Day** – Pacing guides – curriculum comparison. ||
 * September 2, 2009 || 3:45 – 4:45 (Stipend)
 * September 8, 2009 || Throughout the day at grade-level meeting times. || LA Topic Day – Writing Frameworks in detail. ||
 * September 9, 2009 || Throughout the day at grade-level meeting times. || Math Topic Day – ||
 * September 8, 2009 || 3:45 – 4:45 (Stipend)

|| Book Discussion on chapters 1-3 Reading time for chapters 4 & 5. || Writer’s Workshop – What it is/ What it is not. || Reading time for chapter 6. || || Next steps - Planning time for Learning communities for the remaining staff. || Power School –Report cards || || Distribute books on Gradual Release (Fisher and Frey) Chunk the readings Reading time || Distribute books on Gradual Release (Fisher and Frey) Chunk the readings Reading time || || 8:00 – 8:35 Specialists and Special area teachers || Reading time || || || No touch grading day. ||
 * September 15, 2009 || Throughout the day at grade-level meeting times. || LA Topic Day –
 * September 15, 2009 || 3:45 – 4:45 (Stipend) || Book Discussion on chapters 4&5
 * September 16, 2009 || Throughout the day at grade-level meeting times. || Math Topic Day – ||
 * September 22, 2009 || Throughout the day at grade-level meeting times. || LA Topic Day –
 * September 22, 2009 || 3:45 – 5:15 (Stipend) || Book Discussion on Chapter 6
 * September 23, 2009 || Throughout the day at grade-level meeting times. || Math Topic Day – ||
 * September 28, 2009 || || TEACHER INSERVICE DAY –
 * September 29, 2009 || Throughout the day at grade-level meeting times. || LA Topic Day –
 * September 30, 2009 || Throughout the day at grade-level meeting times. || Math Topic Day – ||
 * October 5, 2009 || 8:00 – 8:35 Specialists and Special area teachers || Complete anticipation guide prior to reading
 * October 5, 2009 || Throughout the day at grade-level meeting times. || Complete anticipation guide prior to reading
 * October 6, 2009
 * ^  || Throughout the day at grade-level meeting times. || Reading time ||
 * October 7, 2009 || 8:00 – 8:35 Specialists and Special area teachers || Book Discussion on chapters 1-3
 * ^  || Throughout the day at grade-level meeting times. || Book Discussion on chapters 1-3
 * October 12, 2009 || 8:00 – 8:35 Specialists and Special area teachers || Reading time ||
 * ^  || Throughout the day at grade-level meeting times. || Reading time ||
 * October 13, 2009 || 8:00 – 8:35 Specialists and Special area teachers || Reading time ||
 * ^  || Throughout the day at grade-level meeting times. || Reading time ||
 * October 14, 2009 || 8:00 – 8:35 Specialists and Special area teachers || Book discussion on Chapters 4 and 5. ||
 * ^  || Throughout the day at grade-level meeting times. || Book discussion on Chapters 4 and 5. ||
 * October 19 2009 || 8:00 – 8:35 Specialists and Special area teachers || Reading time ||
 * ^  || Throughout the day at grade-level meeting times. || Reading time ||
 * October 20, 2009 || 8:00 – 8:35 Specialists and Special area teachers || Reading time ||
 * ^  || Throughout the day at grade-level meeting times. || Reading time ||
 * October 21, 2009 || 8:00 – 8:35 Specialists and Special area teachers || Book discussion on chapter 6 ||
 * ^  || Throughout the day at grade-level meeting times. || Book discussion on chapter 6 ||
 * October 27 2009 || 8:00 – 8:35 Specialists and Special area teachers || How will this look in my classroom? ||
 * ^  || Throughout the day at grade-level meeting times. || How will this look in my classroom? ||
 * October 28, 2009 || 8:00 – 8:35 Specialists and Special area teachers || How will this look in my classroom? ||
 * ^  || Throughout the day at grade-level meeting times. || How will this look in my classroom? ||
 * November 3, 2009 || || Teacher Inservice Day ||
 * November 10, 2009 || || ||
 * November 11, 2009 || || ||
 * November 17, 2009 || || ||
 * November18, 20009 || || ||
 * December 1, 2009 || || ||
 * December 2, 2009 || || ||
 * December 8, 2009 || || ||
 * December 9, 2009 || || ||
 * December 17, 2009 || || ||
 * December 18, 2009 || || ||
 * January 5, 2010 || || ||
 * January 6, 2010 || || ||
 * January 25, 2010 (Tentative) || || Teacher Inservice Day ||
 * March 1, 2010 || || Teacher Inservice Day
 * January 25, 2010 (Tentative) || || Teacher Inservice Day ||
 * March 1, 2010 || || Teacher Inservice Day