2024 RISE Conference

This session allows educators to experience the three Investigative Science practices of Asking Questions, Planning and Carrying out Investigations, and Using Mathematics and Computational Thinking when embedded within exemplary Gizmo lessons. Consequently, participants develop a deeper understanding of the Scientific and Engineering Practices and how those practices look in the classroom. Teachers will also learn to develop effective lessons around the practices that allow students to develop a deep conceptual understanding of underlying scientific principles. Attendees will receive resources for each Investigative Practice including graphic organizers, question prompts, and student look-for lists. Gizmos swag will also be raffled off during the session.

This session allows educators to experience the three Sense-Making Science practices of Developing and Using Models, Analyzing and Interpreting Data, and Constructing Explanations when embedded within exemplary Gizmo lessons. Consequently, participants develop a deeper understanding of the Scientific and Engineering Practices and how those practices look in the classroom. Teachers will also learn to develop effective lessons around the practices that allow students to develop a deep conceptual understanding of underlying scientific principles. Attendees will receive resources for each Sense-Making Practice including graphic organizers, question prompts, and student look-for lists. Gizmos swag will also be raffled off during the session.

This session allows educators to experience the Critiquing Science practices of Engaging in Argumentation from Evidence, and Obtaining, Evaluating, and Communicating Information when embedded within exemplary Gizmo lessons. Consequently, participants develop a deeper understanding of the Scientific and Engineering Practices and how those practices look in the classroom. Teachers will also learn to develop effective lessons around the practices that allow students to develop a deep conceptual understanding of underlying scientific principles. Attendees will receive resources for each Critiquing Practice including graphic organizers, question prompts, and student look-for lists. Gizmos swag will also be raffled off during the session.

Purpose: The purpose of this session is to gather all SAVE advisors together in the county. It is also for schools who hope to form a SAVE Club but haven't yet. We are going to discuss ways in which an advisor can run a successful SAVE Club.

Objective: To learn strategies that allow for a SAVE Club to run smoothly and work effectively an efficiently.
Share ideas for SAVE Club programs such as Start with Hello and Say Something to share with club members when the school year begins.

Resources: I will share planning guides from Sandy Hook Promise to help assist advisors as well as ways to communicate with the SAVE Team at SHP if they need further assistance or help. Advisors will also leave with a copy of a club bill o f rights, rules, policies, and specifics about the role of club leadership roles.

Engagement: I will provide a brief slideshow detailing general information about SAVE and Sandy Hook Promise and show a few things our club has achieved over the last few years.
I plan to bring a few members of our club leadership team (student members) who can share about their club experiences from a student's perspective. I will include an activity that we do in sessions with SHP that allows advisors to share what their clubs have done so others can get ideas and for advisors to ask questions.

This session will be for 7th grade ELA and ALPS teachers from across the district to gather with each other to collaborate.

Embark on a transformative journey with our conference dedicated to revolutionizing vocabulary instruction through the power of morphology in 4th and 5th grade classrooms. Morphology holds the key to unlocking students' vocabulary acquisition and comprehension skills, paving the way for deeper understanding and academic success. Participants will collaborate with fellow educators to share insights, resources, and best practices for implementing morphology instruction in diverse classroom settings.

This session in partnership with Participate Learning team seeks to explore effective strategies for fostering second language acquisition in dual language classrooms. Through interactive modeling, examples, and practical demonstrations, this session will equip Dual Language Immersion (DLI) teachers and English partner teachers with best practices for promoting bilingualism and biliteracy in Spanish and Mandarin dual language programs.

PLC meeting with all ES PE teachers to discuss planning, curriculum, and strategies

Are you seeking innovative strategies to enhance your DLI classroom? Do you wish to empower your students and yourself with skills that transcend traditional learning boundaries? Imagine transforming your classroom into a dynamic environment where every question leads to discovery and every challenge is an opportunity for growth.

Welcome to our hands-on session on utilizing inquiry-based strategies to foster self-efficacy and agency in Dual Language Immersion classrooms. This session is designed not just for you to learn but to experience the transformative power of inquiry. As educators, we understand the importance of equipping our students with the tools to navigate their learning journeys confidently. However, achieving this in a DLI setting presents unique challenges and opportunities.

During our time together, you'll dive deep into the inquiry cycle, exploring how it can be seamlessly integrated into daily teaching practices to support both students and teachers in developing a stronger sense of self-efficacy and agency. We'll discuss how these strategies align with the CCS Strategic Plan, emphasizing student wellness, teaching, and learning, and how they cater to the diverse needs of our students.

You will leave this session equipped with practical tools and resources to support your teaching, transforming your DLI classroom into a vibrant ecosystem of inquiry, reflection, and empowered learning. Prepare to engage, reflect, and be inspired to elevate your educational practice to new heights.