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Issue 07 ~ November 17th, 2006 ~ |
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See Also: Upcoming Events: Announcements: Musical Event - Grease Musical Event - Hello Dolly |
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Message From The Superintendent |
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State Releases Results Of The New And More Challenging MCA’S Professional Learning Communities at Work |
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notice a number of changes. First, the test is completely new, the standards are much higher and more grade levels are tested. In addition, the performance or proficiency targets for individual students who take the test, as well as the performance targets for schools, have changed. In fact, the test is so different it is called the MCA II.
The District Workshop on December 8, 2006, will focus on the important work of Professional Learning Communities. Rick and Becky DuFour will be the keynote speakers. The district has already invested time and resources into the training of staff on what it means to BE a Professional Learning Community. The opportunity to hear best selling authors and speakers Rich and Becky DuFour will be a motivating and informative opportunity for all staff. The presentation will cover topics including: a review of the characteristics and the value of effective Professional Learning Communities; a discussion of the impact on student learning; a reminder of the importance of deep, collaborative discussion of the 4 Critical Questions; and an explanation of the process of moving from knowing to doing to being a collaborative community. In addition, the presenters will discuss the importance of selecting/determining essential outcomes, creating common assessments and providing interventions for students so that all students learn at high levels. This is an opportunity to deepen our understanding of Professional Learning Communities and to move us closer to BEING a Professional Learning Community. Presentation begins promptly at 8:00 and ends at 11:30, Church of the Open Door, 9060 Zanzibar Lane, Maple Grove.
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