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ACCREDITATION INTERVIEWS ARE THIS WEEK
🏆 CTC EUSD NETs Induction Accreditation Site Visit Interview Schedule 4/29-5/1, 2024 🏆
Your interview time is Monday, April 29th from 3:30-4:00pm. Use the link in the Google Calendar invitation sent to you. The CTC has asked that we have four Zoom rooms to keep the interview groups smaller. Thank you so much for being there on time. 🤩
Week of April 29 - May 1
Accreditation Site Visit Interview Schedule
We're looking forward to the CTC Accreditation team hearing from you and excited to have you share your insights and experiences to support full accreditation of our NETs Induction program for another seven years. Your expertise and perspectives are invaluable. Your input will not only enrich the accreditation process but also contribute to the continued growth and enhancement of our program.
Please arrive on time and use the Zoom link in your Google Calendar
Please remember to rename yourself in Zoom with first last, grade/position, Y1/Y2 (eg. Moss Marigold, Music, Y2)
EUSD Accreditation Site Visit on April 29, 30, May 1, 2024.
Current NETs Teacher Candidate interviews are Monday, April 29th from 3:30 to 4pm. See your Google calendar for the Zoom link.
If you haven’t been on Zoom for a while, you might want to log on and make sure you don’t need any Zoom updates.
You do not need to study anything, but just in case, here are some NETs resources:
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If you have any questions or need further information before the interview, please don't hesitate to reach out. Thank you once again for your participation and commitment to our NETs Induction program. Together, we're making a difference in shaping the future of our NETs Induction teacher candidates.
1. E-books
The first is an easy way to create e-books with PowerPoint or Google Slides. At the end of a school year, an e-book can capture memories or demonstrate learning. This would make an awesome end-of-semester assignment, a fun project students can make for friends, or a thoughtful gift for graduates, sports teams, or club members. This article shows you how to do it.
2. End-of-year Icebreakers
You're going to have some free time, whether it's one of the last few days when nothing much is happening academically, or those extra hours during testing time. If you've never tried my three classroom icebreakers, now would be a great time to check them out. They're not just for the beginning of the year, and students love them. Learn how to play here.
3. A fun review game: Crumple & Shoot
If you have content to review before a test, this simple game is a hit with all ages. Learn how to play here.
Week of April 22-26
🍄 Checkpoint dates: Year in Review Year 1 | Year in Review Year 2
University Credit DUE May 8 - Your ILP should be complete too.
Spring CSTP Review and Self Assessment documentation in your ILP. Use your Continuum of Teaching Practice to support you. Checkpoint date: May 8
Regularly scheduled mentorship meetings until 5/10 - Focus on Just in Time support and planning for next year | Just in Time support can continue, as needed, until the end of May. Mentors will be checking ILPs as well.
Colloquium presentation - Collaborative sessions available (See below)
Logs until 5/24
Colloquium on 5/29 @LR Green | 3:30-6:30 PM
💛 Reminder: NETs support sessions are available to support you. Sessions are mandatory for you if multiple checkpoints have not been met or progress is minimal. Reach out to your mentor or Heather if you have specific questions or need support.
Collaborative Support Sessions Dates: 4/22 & 5/13
3:30-5:00 PM IN PERSON at the district office
Please reach out if you need additional support.
California Educator Residency Program Recruitment Event
Encourage friends and colleagues to consider joining the Virtual California Candidate Recruitment Event to explore the benefits of a Teacher Residency Program! Share the linked event flyer to anyone interested in launching their teaching career with our support! Registration Link: California Educator Residency Program Recruitment Event
Examination Fee Waiver for Candidates Soon to Expire
Over the past two years, eligible California residents have had the opportunity to take California educator examinations for free while funds remain. This examination fee waiver program will end on June 30, 2024. If you need to complete one of these tests, please register for these free exams before the June 30th deadline. Registrants will have one year from the registration date to schedule and take the exam. Information about the 2025 exam schedules may be found here - Get Results. Click here for more information – California Examination and Assessment Registration Fee Waivers
Kelly continuously brings positivity to her work and her learning. In PDs, she actively engages with the learning and her colleagues and never ceases to integrate instant implementation of her new learning. In weekly meetings, she always demonstrates a growth mindset, positive and professional demeanor and skilled reflection. Her MCC was an incredibly effective celebration of learning. Kelly shines through and through.
NETs Marigold - Kelly Swanson
Week of April 15-19
💖 A heartfelt thank you to the EUSD Coaches and NETs mentors for all of the amazing professional development shared this year. Let's thank them the next time we see them!
✅ CA Assessments Fee Waiver Expiration —Over the past two years, eligible California residents have had the opportunity to take California educator examinations and performance assessments for free while funds remain. This assessment fee waiver program will end on June 30, 2024.
🍄 Checkpoint dates: Year in Review Year 1 | Year in Review Year 2
University Credit DUE May 8 - Your ILP should be complete too.
Spring CSTP Review and Self Assessment documentation in your ILP. Use your Continuum of Teaching Practice to support you. Checkpoint date: May 8
Regularly scheduled mentorship meetings until 5/10 - Focus on Just in Time support and planning for next year | Just in Time support can continue, as needed, until the end of May. Mentors will be checking ILPs as well.
Colloquium presentation - Collaborative sessions available (See below)
Logs until 5/24
Colloquium on 5/29 @LR Green | 3:30-6:30 PM
💛 Reminder: NETs has an optional support sessions available to support you. Sessions will be mandatory for some candidates if multiple checkpoints have not been met or progress is minimal. Reach out to your mentor or Heather if you have specific questions or need support. Collaborative Support Sessions Dates: 4/22, 5/13 | 3:30-5:00 PM IN PERSON at the district office
💡Depth of Knowledge (DOK) Levels - Use this chart to support your lesson planning. How are often are you implementing activities that integrate Levels 3 or 4?
Week of April 8-12
✔We are entering the time of celebration as we reflect on all that we have accomplished. Congratulations on nearing the completion of a year as a teacher in the NETs Induction program! You have accomplished so much and should be incredibly proud of all that you have achieved. From mastering new teaching techniques and strategies to developing strong relationships with your students and fellow EUSD colleagues. Be proud of the growth you have made and your dedication to your profession. Your passion for teaching and commitment to your students is evident, and we look forward celebrating with you at Monday night's PLN, at your Mentorship Collaborative Conversations, and at Colloquium!
🍕NETs PLN - This upcoming Monday, April 8th - Don't forget to sign up for your choice professional development opportunities. 🍕 Pizza will be provided by Grand Canyon University!
🍄 Checkpoint dates: Year in Review Year 1 | Year in Review Year 2
MCC - April 8th & April 15th | We are so excited to have time with you to discuss all the amazing work you have done and your CSTP connections.
University Credit DUE May 8 - Your ILP should be complete too.
Spring CSTP Review and Self Assessment documentation in your ILP. Use your Continuum of Teaching Practice to support you. Checkpoint date: May 8
Regularly scheduled mentorship meetings until 5/10 - Focus on Just in Time support and planning for next year | Just in Time support can continue, as needed, until the end of May. Mentors will be checking ILPs as well.
Colloquium presentation - Collaborative sessions available (See below)
Logs until 5/24
Colloquium on 5/29 @LR Green | 3:30-6:30 PM
💛 Reminder: NETs has an optional support sessions available to support you. Sessions will be mandatory for some candidates if multiple checkpoints have not been met or progress is minimal. Reach out to your mentor or Heather if you have specific questions or need support. Collaborative Support Sessions Dates: 4/22, 5/13 | 3:30-5:00 PM IN PERSON at the district office
🚀 Interested in more information about Blended Learning and self-paced independent work? Here is a great resource with a number of trackers to help students stay on target.
Week of April 1-5
Welcome back!
Dear NETs Teachers,
Here are some tips to help you navigate final two months of the school year:
Prioritize Student Learning — Edutopia's Year Mapping - A Powerful Way to End the School Year
Keep assessing student progress and identifying any gaps in understanding. Tailor your lessons to address these gaps and hone your skills in differentiation and UDL.
Incorporate engaging activities and varied instructional strategies to keep students motivated and focused.
Provide regular feedback on assignments and assessments to guide students' learning and growth. Keep your report cards in mind.
Maintain Rigor:
Don't let up on academic expectations. Maintain a high standard of rigor in your lessons and assignments.
Encourage critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity in your classroom activities.
Scaffold learning experiences to support all students, providing appropriate challenges for each individual.
Support Student Behavior — Teaching Channel's - 10 Tips to End the Year with Positivity and Purpose
Reinforce classroom expectations consistently and fairly. Remind students of behavioral norms and consequences. What does learning look like and sound like?
Offer positive reinforcement for good behavior and academic achievements. Celebrate students' successes, no matter how small.
Address any behavioral issues promptly and constructively, providing guidance and support as needed.
Teacher Mental Health Strategies — Mindful Schools: Self-Care for Teachers
Take care of yourself both physically and mentally. Make time for self-care activities and hobbies that recharge you.
Seek support from colleagues, mentors, or counseling services if you're feeling overwhelmed or stressed.
Set realistic expectations for yourself and recognize that it's okay to ask for help when needed.
Remember, the final stretch of the school year can be challenging, but it's also an opportunity to make a lasting impact on your students' lives. Stay focused, stay positive, and continue to prioritize student growth and well-being.
💛 Reminder: NETs has an optional support sessions available. Sessions will be mandatory for some candidates if multiple checkpoints have not been met or progress is minimal. Reach out to your mentor or Heather if you have specific questions or need support. Collaborative Support Sessions Dates: 4/3, 4/22, 5/13 | 3:30-5:00 PM IN PERSON at the district office
🍄 Checkpoint dates: Year in Review Year 1 | Year in Review Year 2
MCC - April 8th & April 15th | We are so excited to have time with you to discuss all the amazing work you have done and your CSTP connections.
University Credit DUE May 8 - Your ILP should be complete too.
Spring CSTP Review and Self Assessment documentation in your ILP. Use your Continuum of Teaching Practice to support you. Checkpoint date: May 8
Regularly scheduled mentorship meetings until 5/10 - Focus on Just in Time support and planning for next year | Just in Time support can continue, as needed, until the end of May. Mentors will be checking ILPs as well.
Colloquium presentation - Collaborative sessions available (See below)
Logs until 5/24
Colloquium on 5/29 @LR Green | 3:30-6:30 PM
4 Ways to Positively Connect with Students.pdfFreeQuickTipsforBehaviorManagementPromotePositiveClassroomBehaviors-1.pdfWeek of March 18-22
💛 Reminder: NETs has an optional support session for temp teachers next Monday, 3/18/24 via Zoom | 3:30-4:30 PM | Join Zoom Meeting
🍄 The NETs ILP Single-Point Rubric supports successful completion of the ILP.
✔Reflection Time: What have you learned about yourself in the last few months?
Tell me about some bright spots in your life recently.
How do you feel you’ve grown in the last year?
When have you felt most like yourself recently, or most powerful and confident?
What have you learned about your mind, body, and emotions recently?
What have you learned about what brings you joy?
✔Checkpoint dates: Year in Review Year 1 | Year in Review Year 2
MCC - April 8th & April 15th | We are so excited to have time with you to discuss all the amazing work you have done and your CSTP connections.
University Credit DUE May 8 - Your ILP should be complete too.
Spring CSTP Review and Self Assessment documentation in your ILP. Use your Continuum of Teaching Practice to support you. Checkpoint date: May 8
Regularly scheduled mentorship meetings until 5/10 - Focus on Just in Time support and planning for next year | Just in Time support can continue, as needed, until the end of May. Mentors will be checking ILPs as well.
Colloquium presentation - Collaborative sessions available (See below)
Logs until 5/24
Colloquium on 5/29 @LR Green | 3:30-6:30 PM
We have several support sessions coming up to help you. Sessions will be mandatory for some candidates if multiple checkpoints have not been met or progress is minimal. Collaborative Support Sessions Dates: 4/3, 4/22, 5/13 | 3:30-5:00 PM These dates are being set aside by NETs mentors to support you IN PERSON at the district office for working on providing strong evidence of growth on the CSTPs through your ILP and Cycle of Inquiry (COI). We are here to support your success.
Important Note: Not completing your induction evidence of growth will put you in jeopardy of NOT completing the NETs Induction year. The NETs Leadership team wants to see you successfully grow in your teaching practice and ensure your completion of the teacher induction program, which ultimately leads to a clear credential.
✔ Blended Learning Resource - Interested in more information about Blended Learning and self-paced independent work? Here is a great resource with a number of trackers to help students stay on target.
✔ March Tips for Nearpod - Check it out! 😃
Have a wonderful SPRING BREAK!
Week of March 11-15
Monday's PLN - The NETs Leadership team is excited for you to meet the 2019 San Diego Teacher of the Year and retired EUSD teacher: Stephanie Glanz!
Remember to register for your PD choices. 😃 See you soon!
Week of March 4-8
March 5-6—NETs Mentors are attending the California Induction Conference - This is just one of the ways that our mentors receive top notch support! Your NETs mentor will be attending the California Induction Conference, March 5-6th, 2024. We are excited to connect with and learn with induction program leaders and mentors from throughout the state.
✔ Time is passing quickly!
Can you believe it? There are only about TWO months left until NETs induction coursework needs to be completed. Look at your checkpoints.
Checkpoint dates: Year in Review Year 1 | Year in Review Year 2
MCC - April 8th & April 15th | We are so excited to have time with you to discuss all the amazing work you have done and your CSTP connections.
University Credit DUE May 8 - Your ILP should be complete too.
Spring CSTP Review and Self Assessment documentation in your ILP. Use your Continuum of Teaching Practice to support you. Checkpoint date: May 8
Regularly scheduled mentorship meetings until 5/10 - Focus on Just in Time support and planning for next year | Just in Time support can continue, as needed, until the end of May. Mentors will be checking ILPs as well.
Colloquium presentation - Collaborative sessions available (See below)
Logs until 5/24
Colloquium on 5/29 @LR Green | 3:30-6:30 PM
We have several support sessions coming up to help you. Sessions will be mandatory for some candidates if multiple checkpoints have not been met or progress is minimal. Collaborative Support Sessions Dates: 4/3, 4/22, 5/13 - 3:30-5:00 PM These dates are being set aside by NETs mentors to support you IN PERSON at the district office for working on providing strong evidence of growth on the CSTPs through your ILP and Cycle of Inquiry (COI). We are here to support your success.
Important Note: Not completing your induction evidence of growth will put you in jeopardy of NOT completing the NETs Induction year. The NETs Leadership team wants to see you successfully grow in your teaching practice and ensure your completion of the teacher induction program, which ultimately leads to a clear credential.
REMINDER: Trimester 2 Report cards need to go home with students (elementary) or be mailed home (middle school) on this Friday, March 8, 2024.
✔ What is the MCC? The Mentorship Collaborative Conversation (MCC) is an opportunity for you to share your learning and growth from Cycles of Inquiry. Year 1 teachers will share their COI and Year 2 will share their Inquiry. You will describe your process of professional learning, as well as student learning outcomes that resulted from the process. The qustions on the MCC form (found in your NETs folder) will be the structure for the conversation. In addition to the you and your mentor, a second NETs mentor, and sometimes special guests, will attend the MCC to provide the you with additional feedback and support.
😃Upcoming Professional Development 😃
Remember to register for your March 11th PLN choices.
PLN Reminder: See you Monday, March 11th!
✔ CTC Accreditation - April 29, 30 and May 1, 2024 - NETs candidate interviews will be held on April 29th.
✔ Need more information about your NETs induction program?
4 Ways to Positively Connect with Students.pdf✔NETs Support Opportunities for Temp/Prob Teachers—Being labeled a “temp” teacher can be nerve-racking, so we are offering an optional session for NETs teacher candidates with temporary contracts. We will discuss: What it means to be a “temp” teacher; How to prepare for the future; Ideas for showcasing your strengths and growth in the CSTP; Support around navigating discussions; What you will walk away with from NETs Induction. 💛 Zoom session - March 18th |3:30-4:30
✔Podcasts for PD - Check out Cult of Pedagogy podcasts for some excellent PD to support your ILP goals. Just remember to connect them as activities on your ILP.
Katrina shares this with you all!
This TPT shop frequently has freebies and other sales and I thought you'd like to know. Even her paid resources are fantastic as well. ...Very useful to be beginning SPED teachers. Beltran's Behavior Basics | She currently has 70+ free resources to download
NETs Marigold - Katrina Bell
Katrina Bell is a true Marigold. As a DHH itinerant teacher, she shows not only a dedication for teaching and supporting students, but also a passion for being lifelong learner that values networking and teamwork. Katrina has sought out and completed countless hours of professional development. She regularly shares her new learning with her peers, the community, and families through her monthly “Tips and Tricks” newsletter, weekly office hours, and through her open-door policy where she welcomes others to observe, brainstorm and reflect on student learning. Katrina goes above and beyond in her role to advocate for her students and educate others around her. Thank you, Katrina, for nourishing so many around you and helping others thrive!
~Nominated by NETs Mentor: Heidi Paxton
Week of February 26 - March 1
Another Classroom Book Donation Arrived 😃 First Come, First Served! 😃—We are so excited to tell you that we have a new book donation! You are welcome to take as many books as they want for your classroom and there are also great books that you can use for instruction!
Your Classroom Management Survey Results are in! —The latest Classroom Management survey results indicate that there is a rise in inappropriate interactions between peers. Keep sharing your expectations for everything and demonstrating what a learning activity looks like and sounds like. Remember that even "Fun Friday Freetime" is still to be a structured time. Students can have choice, but you control the choices and give clear expectations. Here is a link to PBIS World interventions for that specific misbehavior.
Talking out of turn and refusals/avoidance behaviors continue to be the highest need for classroom management. Resource: When Students Won't Stop Talking
For talking out of turn, remember to be consistent; do you want hands raised or can students share more organically? Whatever you choose, keep your expectations the same every time.
With refusals and avoidance, you can use a “broken record technique” by calmly repeating your direction or offer choices, “You can sit in the orange chair or green chair right now.”
You can also remind students that your job is to teach and their job is to learn.
✔ILP— Continue to focus on adding evidence of your growth in the CSTP and discussing this growth with your NETs mentor. Evidence can be seen in your reflection write-up and in a picture, or in a link to documents. You want to be able to look back over time, at your cycles of inquiry, and see the accomplishments you have made and build on your assets. Be sure to overtly connect to the CSTP. This will help you become more aware of your strengths/needs and help you build enduring skills & resilience.
✔NETs Support Opportunities for Temp/Prob Teachers—Being labeled a “temp” teacher can be nerve-racking, so we are offering an optional session for NETs teacher candidates with temporary contracts. We will discuss: What it means to be a “temp” teacher; How to prepare for the future; Ideas for showcasing your strengths and growth in the CSTP; Support around navigating discussions; What you will walk away with from NETs Induction. 💛 Zoom session - March 18th |3:30-4:30
✔Podcasts for PD - Check out Cult of Pedagogy podcasts for some excellent PD to support your ILP goals. Just remember to connect them as activities on your ILP.
😃Upcoming Professional Development 😃
Remember to register for your March 11th PLN choices.
The second trimester concludes on March 1. Report cards will be issued Friday, March 8. Report cards for elementary school students will be distributed at school.
NETs Marigold
🌟 Nominated by principal, Maria Casey 🌟
During Karen's TRIAD, principal Maria Casey nominated Karen for a marigold award for her contribution to her team and the school. Karen works collaboratively with both veteran and new teachers to support her students' diverse learning needs. Karen is always smiling and brings together both teachers and students at Miller. Students love being in her class and her push in students from Special Ed and SEAs love coming. Karen is a true marigold spreading seeds and bringing sunshine to Miller school. Thank you Karen for making EUSD a happy place for so many!
End of Goal Reflection Samples
Your NETs induction program must ensure that you have opportunities to reflect on your growth in the California Standards for the Teaching Profession (CSTP) and support you through a mentoring process as you analyze your teaching practice to develop enduring professional skills. In determining your competence for the clear credential recommendation, we must assess your progress towards mastery of the CSTP to support the recommendation for the clear credential after two years of completion. Your documentation of progress must reflect the learning and professional growth goals indicated within the Individualized Learning Plan and demonstrate evidence of the candidate’s successful completion of the activities outlined in the ILP. Prior to recommending a candidate for a Clear Credential, the NETs induction program sponsor (EUSD) and the NETs Induction coordinator (Heather Peterson) must verify that the candidate has satisfactorily completed all program activities and requirements. This verification is based on a review of observed and documented evidence by your NETs Induction leadership team. Your end of ILP goal reflections are important pieces of evidence to substantiate your growth. Overall, the NETs program design serves to strengthen the your professional practice and contribute to the your future retention in the profession. We are here to support and want to see you achieve this success.
Below are three sample reflections that contain rationale and evidence that support growth in the CSTP. We thank three of our teachers this year for agreeing to share their ILP Goal reflections with you.
Week of February 19-23
✔Four-Day Week - We hope you enjoyed your four-day weekend and have a great four-day week!
✔ILP Update: A teacher shared with me their success with their ILP. When asked what made them successful, they said:
Setting aside time to work on it and putting in effort helped me a lot!
Adding in photos - I looked around my classroom and thought about what I am doing to progress. I am becoming more confident and conscious. I see that I have changed over time for the better ...for me and my students. I decided to add in some of what I saw as evidence of my growth.
Taking that reflection time is really valuable. It is especially great talking to mentor about my growth.
✔How is NETs job embedded?
NETs Induction is based on your professional goals to support your continued learning based on the CSTP and to support student success. Job embedded professional learning has a direct link to the goals set by the teacher candidate to impact job performance and student learning.
EUSD generously provides you with a mentor and provides you with opportunity to clear your credential free of charge.
Mentoring meetings can occur during the work day and include collaborative planning, lesson study, mentoring, coaching, peer observations, personal learning networks (PLN), study groups, action research, journaling, and reflective logs (ILP). Because you are a professional, you and your mentor work together to determine the appropriate schedule to best meet both of your needs.
Work hours: EUSD teachers are professional educators and expected to devote at least 40 hours per week on educational related activities. The daily schedule provides 7 hours on campus, excluding lunch. This means there are additional hours that need to be included into your schedule. You are a professional and expected to meet your professional responsibilities inside and outside your on campus hours.
Professional Duties - All employees are required to perform teacher related duties (See EEEA contract pages 16-17) and have adjunct duties. Principals understand that NETs Induction is your adjunct duty. NETs is part of your professional responsibility, but also your own responsibility to clear your credential.
😃Upcoming Professional Development 😃
✅ Classroom Engagement Part 2 | Wed., Feb. 21, 2024 | 3:30-5:00pm | Pine Rm
✅ NETS Induction SPED ‘Make and Take (3 of 4) | Wed., Feb. 21, 2024 | 3:30-5:00pm | Maple Rm
NETs Marigold 💛 Brenna Osterhout
NETs mentor, Cristie Lake, would like to nominate Brenna Osterhout as a NETs Marigold. Thank you for all of your support with the teachers on your team who have multiple grade levels; they say that your planning support each week is invaluable to their time management. By helping your team, all students are benefiting! Thank you, Brenna! 🤩
Week of February 12-16
Happy Valentine's Day - Great teachers like you deserve lots of love on February 14th and every day! We hope your day is filled with lots of joy and happiness.
Enjoy your 4-Day weekend February 16-19th — Presidents' Day Holiday
March 4-6—NETs Mentors are attending the California Induction Conference - This is just one of the ways that our mentors receive top notch support! ...I am sure you are already aware that your NETs mentor will be attending the California Induction Conference, March 4-6th, 2024. We are excited to connect with and learn from the Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) staff and induction program leaders and mentors from throughout the state.
Chat Stations for Whole Class Discussions Do you want a quick and easy tool to get students more active and engaged with content? You'll find this with Chat Stations, a discussion framework so simple you can use it tomorrow to liven up your instructional routine.
😃Upcoming Professional Development 😃
✅ Classroom Engagement Part 2 | Wed., Feb. 21, 2024 | 3:30-5:00pm | Pine Rm
✅ NETS Induction SPED ‘Make and Take (3 of 4) | Wed., Feb. 21, 2024 | 3:30-5:00pm | Maple Rm
"I Can" Statements
Consider trying This STrategy
I Can Statements - Xiomara De La O Hernandez.MOVXiomara De La O Hernadez's Kindergarten Class at Felicita shares a strategy called "Window Panes.'' Xiomara learned this strategy at the last PLN PD: Let’s Get Our ELLs Engaged! (Katy Maskiewicz, Tara Colville ). Her students were very engaged, as you can see in the video! This is supporting many of the Standard 2 CSTP! It is exciting to see our new teachers learning from coaches and mentors and then implementing the strategies in the classroom! Keep up the good work and be sure to be proactive by sharing positive videos/pics with your principal.
Narrative Window Pane (Student Video).MOVUpper Grade Sample + Resources
This video shows Heather Peterson's 4th grade students doing "I Can" statements. This was such a powerful strategy for the students because it combines the "I Can" statements and Total Physical Response (TPR).
Visit this EUSD site (scroll to the bottom) for more information.
😃 For more fun, check out:
Week of February 5-9
NETS REMINDERS & INFORMATION
✔💗Thank you NETs Mentors 💗I would like to express my deepest gratitude and appreciation to our NETs mentors for their tireless efforts, knowledge, generosity, and commitment to supporting you EVERY DAY on your induction journey. Their support and guidance is invaluable! Our NETs mentors are true MARIGOLDS! Thank you, Vanessa, Tara, Linda, Heidi, Erik, Cristie, and Anna!
✔Reminders:
Triads Checkpoint - 3/13/24
Inquiry/2nd Cycle of Inquiry (COI) - 3/20/24
Report cards - End date March 1, 2024 | Issue date March 8, 2024
✔ Final Stretch - Looking forward, we have less than four months to the end of the school year. With spring break chipping into the instructional time, consider when you want to finish your ILP and inquiry cycles and backward plan. Also consider if you are going for University credit and make sure you meet all of the requirements. This is the time to take a birds eye view of your induction year and ensure that you are going to earn that year of completion. As always, we are here to support you. Reach out to your mentor if needed.
✔COLLEAGUE Observation - Do you still need to complete your colleague observation? Observing someone in person is the best option but we also have a PD opportunity to support this requirement.
EUSD NETs - Professional Growth Google Classroom
Colleague Observations Google Classroom (resources)
✔ 99math is a free math game to master fact fluency and curriculum standards for grades 1-8. Check it out!
✔Collaborative Support Sessions Dates:
4/3, 4/22, 5/13 - 3:30-5:00 PM —These dates are being set aside by NETs mentors to support you IN PERSON at the district office for working on providing strong evidence of growth on the CSTPs through your ILP and Cycle of Inquiry (COI). We are here to support your success.
😃Upcoming Professional Development 😃
NETs PLN | Mon. Feb. 5, 2024 Please register for you 2/5/24 PLN Choice.
1. Special Education Session - Data Collection & Progress Monitoring
2. Classroom Management- Community Building (Vanessa Lodge)
3. Lesson Planning - Formative Assessment (Erik Carlson)
4. Let’s Get Our ELLs Engaged! (Katy Maskiewicz, Tara Colville )
5. Effective Tech Integration - Voice & Choice with Apple Learning Specialist: Brian Gerofsky (Supported also by Scott Soucy)
✅ Classroom Engagement Part 2 | Wed., Feb. 21, 2024 | 3:30-5:00pm | Pine Rm
✅ NETS Induction SPED ‘Make and Take (3 of 4) | Wed., Feb. 21, 2024 | 3:30-5:00pm | Maple Rm
Ashleigh Rodgers
(far left w/black umbrella)
NETs Marigolds
Ashleigh Rodgers,
Kindergarten, Reidy Creek
Recommended by Vanessa Lodge:
Ashleigh is a true Marigold. I want to recognize her exceptional work with the veteran Kindergarten team. She is a true collaborator and has proven to be an integral part of that team. Ashleigh has worked to differentiate for the multitude of needs within her lively classroom. Ashleigh collaborates with not only her team, but the school social worker, her principal, parents, the SAI teacher, and staff all to support her students. Thank you for your tireless efforts and commitment to shaping the future of your students.
Where is Ms. Rodgers?
Abby Dunlea
Math Teacher, Rincon Middle School
Cristie Lake would like to nominate Abby Dunlea for a Marigold award. As an intervention math teacher, she is investing her time to support her students in their core math class. In preparation for the Colleague Observation, Abby took that opportunity to not only learn from her peer, but also as a time to build collegiality within the team and will be working to help her students build initiative in other classes. Thank you for working hard to build your community!
Week of January 29-February 2
✔ What does the rest of NETs look like for you this year? Work with your mentor to backwards plan the rest of your induction year.
✔NETs Timeline/Reminders:
MCC - This week (April 8th) & next week (April 15th). We are so excited to have time with you to discuss all the amazing work you have done and your CSTP connections.
University Credit DUE May 8 - Your ILP should be complete too.
Spring CSTP Review and Self Assessment documentation in your ILP. Use your Continuum of Teaching Practice to support you. Checkpoint date: May 8
Regularly scheduled mentorship meetings until 5/10 - Focus on Just in Time support and planning for next year
Colloquium presentation - Prep and collaborative session available to you (See below)
Logs until 5/24
Colloquium on 5/29 @LR Green | 3:30-6:30 PM
✔ Need more information about your NETs induction program?
Instagram NETs_Induction_EUSD
✔Collaborative Support Sessions Dates: 1/31, 4/3, 4/22, 5/13 - 3:30-5:00 PM These dates are being set aside by NETs mentors to support you IN PERSON at the district office for working on providing strong evidence of growth on the CSTPs through your ILP and Cycle of Inquiry (COI). We are here to support your success.
😃Upcoming Professional Development 😃
If you want university credit for differentiation, these are outstanding PD to best support your practice!
UDL: Extending & Applying | Mon. Jan. 29, 2024 | 3:30-5:30pm | Pine Room
✅ NETs Collaborative Support (optional unless invited by NETs Leadership) | Wed., Jan. 31, 2024 | 3:30-5:00pm | Pine Room | During this session you may use the time to work with a mentor or colleagues to collaborate on current program components including colleague observation completion, lesson planning, establishing ILP goals, and/or adding ILP activities.
DHH Jan 2024 Newsletter.pdf
January Classroom Management Needs Assessment Data
Classroom management is supported by building strong relationships with your students. For more information about how to build relationships, Vanessa will be sharing some great strategies at our 2/5 PLN (Community Building).
Misuse of technology is trending upward. Remember that the iPads are a tool not a toy and, as the teacher, you can control when students have them in their possession. For example, you can require the iPads to be in a “parking lot” as seen in the photo below. You can also have them in students’ backpacks for a specific part of the day. Here is a great blog post on how to mitigate tech misuse.
Your January Classroom Management Data
Week of January 22-26
🌿Special message from science coach, Kristen Wrisley:
Upcoming science PD for K-5 teachers- Wednesday, March 13th from 3:20-4:20 in the Pine room, the STEM TOSAs along with Katy Maskiewicz will be hosting a science PD emphasizing how to cultivate a science classroom. In this PD, we will look at a sample learning sequence of a lesson from Twig Science. We will highlight procedures and roles that help students engage in science and discourse routines that promote scientific conversation. We will demonstrate how to gain the pedagogical content knowledge to identify student misconceptions, challenging science concepts, and how to move students towards mastery. Sign up on Sched here
NETS REMINDERS
✔ ILP Checks: Mentors are currently looking at ILPs and conducting mid year reviews to note progress toward induction completion. This is important to ensure induction efficacy and make sure NETs has a defensible process of reviewing documentation.
✅ Want a quiet place to work and get support? YES? 😃 Is so, then come to the NETs Collaborative Session | Wed., Jan. 31, 2024 | 3:30-5:00pm | Pine Room | Mentors will be there if you need anything.
✔ It is Triad season! If you haven’t already, set up a triad meeting with your principal or program specialist to get their input on your ILP.
✔University Credit: We want to remind you of the NETS course requirements for university credit.
Please plan on attending if you have any questions or just want a refresher. NETs University Credit Meeting Yr 1 & Yr 2 | REPEAT SESSION | Mon. Jan. 22, 2023 | 3:30-4:30pm | Zoom
Remember once you attend a professional development to write it as an activity on your ILP. In your activity write up include:
implementation of a takeaway or takeaways into your practice
make connections to the CSTP
reflect on the impactfulness toward student growth or to your professional practice
simply take a screenshot of the completed activity write up
submit the Google form (also found in the Google Classroom)
Each month Vanessa will look over submissions and tally your professional development hours. You need a minimum of 10 hours for Induction course credit and an additional 10 hours of professional development for Differentiation course credit.
✔ Classroom Observations are the best professional development! NETs teacher candidates are expected to observe other teachers in action.
✔ Reminder - We have self-Paced webinars available to you:
EUSD NETs - Professional Growth Google Classroom
Colleague Observations Google Classroom (resources)
😃Upcoming Professional Development 😃
If you want university credit for differentiation, these are outstanding PD to best support your practice!
UDL: Extending & Applying | Mon. Jan. 29, 2024 | 3:30-5:30pm | Pine Room
NETs University Credit Meeting Yr 1 & Yr 2 | REPEAT SESSION | Mon. Jan. 22, 2023 | 3:30-4:30pm | Zoom
✅ NETs Collaborative Support (optional unless invited by NETs Leadership) | Wed., Jan. 31, 2024 | 3:30-5:00pm | Pine Room | During this session you may use the time to work with a mentor or colleagues to collaborate on current program components including colleague observation completion, lesson planning, establishing ILP goals, and/or adding ILP activities.
NETs Marigold: Ray Weagraff
Nominated by NETs Teacher - Kira Anderson
I'd like to nominate Ray Weagraff for a Marigold Award. Being a new teacher on campus was hard, especially starting a month into the school year. Ray made it a point to welcome me to HVMS. He took the time to answer any questions I had and made sure to check up on me in my first few months. The amazing thing is Ray is new to HVMS himself! He has taken this school by storm, involved in the eSports teams and always volunteering to cover for teachers that are out. His students love him as he makes history interesting and accessible. He is a wonderful addition to the district and we are lucky to work with him!
NETs Marigold: Caitlin Hershey
Linda Manessis and Heidi Paxton would like to nominate Caitlin Hershey, who teaches a K/1 Mild/Mod Classroom, for her collaboration with her Regular Ed colleagues Jaquie Mushet and Jolene Holmes for a Marigold Award. During her recent TRIAD, Principal Maria Casey gave kudos to Caitlin for her collaboration and leadership during their weekly Co-Lab time. (TLC) Caitlin has been working with her team to ensure her students are receiving the same rigor as the Regular Ed students and the amazing collaborating is showing up in her data. During her recent Inquiry, Caitlin's scores were similar to her peers in Kinder and because she is setting high expectations, they are being met! Thank you for your dedication to both the littles and your peer teachers! We are proud of the seeds you are spreading!
Week of January 15-19
NETS REMINDERS
✔Mentors are currently looking at ILPs and conducting mid year reviews to note progress toward induction completion. This is important to ensure induction efficacy and make sure NETs has a defensible process of reviewing documentation.
✔Reminder: If you haven't already, work on getting your Triad scheduled with your administrator to share your Induction progress regarding your professional goals and get further input to support your professional practice.
✔How is your checkpoint progress going? We are about halfway through your induction year. ...Have you completed your colleague observation? Utilize your prep time and/or use the resources in the NETs Colleague Observation Google Classroom.
✔You are already aware of the need for building relationships with your students. Edutopia is a solid resource to access and you might want to check out this article: Fundamentals of Classroom Management. Also, you might want to visit Cult of Pedagogy.
✔Let's Collaborate! ⭐ 2024 New Year Goal Setting Ideas Padlet | Please share a goal of yours. Both professional and personal goals are celebrated here. We look forward to reading them.
😃Upcoming Professional Development 😃
If you want university credit for differentiation, these are outstanding PD to best support your practice!
Scaffolding for ELs | Wed. January 17, 2024 | 3:30-5:30pm | Pine Room
UDL: Extending & Applying | Mon. Jan. 29, 2024 | 3:30-5:30pm | Pine Room
NETs University Credit Meeting Yr 1 & Yr 2 | REPEAT SESSION | Mon. Jan. 22, 2023 | 3:30-4:30pm | Zoom
Thanks, Caitlin, for sharing exploding burger timer. How fun!
Caitlin uses this timer during transitions to get her students back into their seats quickly. They are very motivated! 😃
FREE SeaWorld Fun Card for Teachers 2024
https://seaworld.com/san-diego/tickets/teacher-free-admission/
There are multiple steps/clicks to get your free Fun Card, but it works! Use your work email and you can get two free passes along with your fun card.
Try out this Making Thinking Visible Routine. It is call, "What makes you say that?" and it is great for any grade level.
Marigold Awards
From NETs Mentor, Linda Manessis:
I would like to nominate wheel teachers Arielle Lacob and Hannah Tunnell for their cross curricular thematic work for every lesson. For example, in Art students worked on learning about oil pastels while drawing the solar system and in STEM Students learned about rockets. Arielle and Hannah have collaborated to ensure all of their students at their 3 sites have differentiation, whether that is for behavior, curriculum and or social emotional well being in order to ensure their diverse populations needs are met. They are true Marigolds as they care for their students and their team. They also work closely with the classroom teachers to ensure every student's IEP is followed at all sites and their inclusiveness is apparent in every lesson! Thank you Arielle and Hannah.
Week of January 8-12
Happy NEW YEAR!
WELCOME BACK!
January 9th will be your day one of 2024—a new start!
Reinforce and Review Classroom Norms —After the break it’s a good time to review classroom procedures and routines. Remember to teach social skills directly and explicitly like you teach academics. Practice them in different environments and settings. Procedures and routines will help you:
Maximize instructional time in the classroom
Minimize confusion, disengagement, and inappropriate behaviors
Focus on relationship building
BE PROACTIVE SO YOU DON’T HAVE TO BE REACTIVE!
You made it to 2024! Now what? It all starts with planning. Let’s talk about some good ideas for moving forward.
First, this is the perfect time to review your expectations and routines with students and support staff, setting it in stone. Anytime you have a long break, students need to get back in touch with the operations of the classroom. Modeling and practice is essential for this. Invest the time in this now and make sure that students engage in these practices exactly the way you have set up. Differentiate as needed. Make sure support staff understand this also as they need to assist in making sure these routines run smoothly and consistently.
Second, work with students to set goals for school. You may also add some areas of interest students have that they want to set goals for. The fresh start is a great time to take the energy students have and help them build success into their lives. Show them they can actively take a role in being successful and take time to celebrate with them!
Finally, focus on making learning fun for students. Seek out new engaging strategies and activities that will bring learning and excitement to students! This generates joy for school and helps students appreciate the structure you have set in place to ensure their success.
NETS REMINDERS
✔ January 8th Teacher Prep Day —Your principal and grade level teams should be in agreement about the agenda and activities happening on the Monday you return to school.
✔ Are you still interested in University Credit? - Be sure to join the Google Classroom and attend the upcoming University Credit Session. NETs University Credit Meeting Year 1 & Year 2 | REPEAT SESSION | Mon. Jan. 22, 2024 | 3:30-4:30pm | Heather’s-Zoom | nets2324 —Come to ask questions, check in, or register.
✔ Thank you for scheduling time each week for your own professional growth and development, for working on reflecting on your ILP goals, and for making solid connections to the CSTPs. Your mentors are very proud of your efforts.
✔ Did you know that we have an ongoing list of professional development opportunities? REGISTER for Choice PD HERE
✔ LOGS—Keep up the good effort each week to complete your logs. 2324 NETs Candidate Weekly Log
✔ MENTOR Meetings —Keep up the good work reflecting with your NETs mentor on your professional growth and the impact of your work on student learning!
😃Upcoming Professional Development 😃
Scaffolding for ELs | Wed. January 17, 2024 | 3:30-5:30pm | Pine Room
UDL: Extending & Applying | Mon. Jan. 29, 2024 | 3:30-5:30pm | Pine Room
NETs University Credit Meeting Yr 1 & Yr 2 | REPEAT SESSION | Mon. Jan. 22, 2023 | 3:30-4:30pm | Zoom
Tools for Teachers
Do you need help passing CTC subject-matter exams?
SDCOE has free online, self-paced test preparation via SDCOE Teacher Effectiveness and Preparation/Educator Pathways. Another great resource is a 240 Tutoring (third party). There is a discount code for $25 off of monthly access to study guides, practice exams, and video lessons.
Week of December 18-22
Colleague Observation Checkpoint date: January 24, 2024 —Also, you can add your Colleague Observation as an activity on your ILP. It is such a great activity to support your ILP goals.
Need a checklist or more information about your NETs Induction program?
A Heartfelt Thanks for the Generous Book Donation — As many of you know we received a book donation and many of you were able to collect some of the books for your own library. ...There are still some books available if you need them!
The books for the NETS teachers were donated by Kyle Moss. Kyle is the Executive Director of Impact for The Church at Rancho Bernardo. Her cousin, Nicole, passed away recently, leaving behind a large collection of books which she had used in her classrooms during her 20 years as a teacher. Kyle remembered our group of EUSD NETs teachers and thought we would be an appropriate recipient of her cousin's books and that Nicole's books would go to a good home.
I sent a thank you letter to Kyle from all of us, but if you want to thank her personally, you could send letter or an email to: kyle@the churchRB.org | The postal mailing address would be:
Kyle Moss c/o The Church at RB
11740 Bernardo Plaza Ct.
San Diego, CA 92128
😃Upcoming Professional Development 😃
You don't want to miss the upcoming Tier 2 PD with Patrick Newton. It is highly recommended!
See you Monday!
One of the biggest reasons difficult students misbehave is because they’re often treated with the expectation that they will. Teachers tend to hover near them. They’re frequently pulled aside for reminders, lectures, and pep-talks. They’re rewarded inexplicably, praised effusively, and spoken to differently than ... Read moresmartclassroommanagement.com/2017/01/07/why-you-should-pretend-your-most-difficult-students-are-perfectly-well-behaved/
Week of December 11-15
NETs Reminders & Information
This is the perfect time of the year to review and solidify your learnings by reflecting on your growth. As we approach the new year, you will be reviewing and reflecting on your ILP checkpoints with your mentor and you may think about a mid year reset. This time of the year the following checkpoints should be complete: beginning of the year self assessment, COI 1, colleague observation, mid year survey, and your goals should be established with documented evidence of progress within the CSTP. The following checkpoints should be in process: scheduling your TRIAD(s), beginning to think about COI 2, considering closing and opening new goals, and observig a colleague if you haven't done so already (the mid year survey data shows about half of you need to meet this checkpoint). Looking at and thinking about the questions on the Mentorship Collaborative Conversation (MCC) document can also support reflections and successful completion of the program.
The following article is from Inc. magazine and has some great prompts to support your self reflection on what you want the second half of your school year to look like. They are also great questions to explore with your mentor. Here's a hint - mentors are going through this process as well. January is around the corner and it's a perfect time to reset your teaching year!
10 Questions to Ask Yourself for a Mid-Year Reset - (Inc.)
What's the best thing that has happened to me in each month of this year so far?
What things do you want to stop doing over the next six months?
What habits do I need to establish to reach my goals for the year?
What small actions can I do right now to bring me closer to my goals?
What caused any delays in reaching my goals so far?
Are there any doom pile items I can check off my list right now?
What things am I most grateful for this year so far?
What do I want the rest of the year to feel like?
What have I learned so far this year?
How will I feel at the end of this year if I continue to drift away rather than get closer to accomplishing my goals?
Finding Your Joy —Here are some other thoughts to ponder.
Recognizing and focusing on moments of joy are skills that we can strengthen in order to increase our overall happiness.
Happiness does not require the perfect circumstances or lack of all challenges.
Focusing on joy can help us to be more creative, innovative, cooperative, generous, and resilient.
Think back over this last week - can you think of at least one moment of joy? Take a moment to reflect, identify those moments, and then appreciate them.
Mid-Year Survey Data - Thank you so much for you honest feedback. This is your program your feedback helps to guide your journey. Here are a few graphs from the recent program survey. You input is invaluable and demonstrates that we are meeting CTC induction preconditions and standards. You are appreciated.
Thank you also for your voice. Here are a few comments shared.
I am so thankful for the NETs program and all of the work that each mentor puts into our monthly and weekly meetings! I feel like I have grown so much in the last two years and I definitely credit it to my amazing mentors who have supported me!
I would like to share that the NETs team is amazing and I thank you so much for supporting me in this journey.
I love this program. I love the support and guidance I have been given. I am a very easily overwhelmed person. Yet, from day 1 my stress levels were always lowered.
I just want to say thank you for all you do! You have made me feel welcome and comfortable from the very beginning and I feel extremely lucky to be in a district that has such a passionate, hard-working leader here to support both the mentors and all of us. Your kindness is appreciated!!!
I feel very supported in this program. I'm glad to be doing induction in EUSD.
Thank you so much for everything! Couldn't have asked for a better mentor and support! I will be really sad when I am no longer in this program because the support is just so invaluable. :)
I love the program and the mentors. I am excited to have the new strategies, team and community, and the PDs offered.
Thank you for your hard work, I really appreciate NETS and my mentor :)
I feel very fortunate for the NETs induction program. It is such a wonderful support for new teachers. I appreciate all the amazing support offered through the NETs induction program. I truly feel that it is an effective program helping me grow as a teacher.
😃Upcoming Professional Development 😃
You don't want to miss the upcoming Tier 2 PD with Patrick Newton. It is highly recommended!
The Great Kindness Challenge celebration week is Jan. 22 to 26. Schools can incorporate kindness projects into classroom activities in several ways:
Download the Great Kindness Challenge (GKC) updated kindness tools to uplift and inspire the entire school community.
Share the official GKC video and inspire students to put the Create Kindness theme into action in fun and creative ways.
Participate in the GKC celebration week or follow the multi-week kindness curriculum.
Amanda Martsolf, Special Education Teacher (SAI/SC/SCSB/FS) at Lincoln Elementary, supports one of her students.
Congratulations
Congratulations to Amanda Martsolf on her well-deserved Master’s degree. She worked diligently to earn it by creating an amazing resource to train paraprofessionals in supporting students with special needs. Amanda’s project identified prior guiding research, effective resources and explicit guidance to provide both academic and behavioral support.
We are so proud of her hard work!
What to Expect As a Special Education Paraeducator: A Guide To Support Paraeducators
MartsolfAmanda_Fall2023.pdfWeek of December 4-8
NETs Reminders & Information
Classroom Management Data - The results of your Classroom Management Needs Assessment shows forward movement in your management skills and that you are building your toolbox! We are so proud of all of your efforts to create a safe environment and build a culture of learning in your classrooms.
Want to get your students engaged? Are you ready to get your students doing more of the work than you are?
The Harvard University’s Project Zero is a toolbox of researched routines to deepen student cognition and help make their thinking “visible”.
Collaborative Support—This Wednesday, 12/6/23. During this session, mentors will be available to collaborate on current program components including your classroom management plan checkpoint, lesson planning, establishing ILP goals, and/or adding ILP activities. There will be a separate room dedicated to focused studying of the RICA for those who have not completed this executive order. All are welcome but some of you may be invited if you need structured time to maintain your ILP. We want to make sure everyone earns program completion.
😃Upcoming Professional Development 😃
NETs Induction Mandatory PLN - December 4, 2023
December 4, 2023 Support and PD Opportunities
December 7, 2023 SDCOE Engaged BRAIN - Must let Heather know if you are attending. Special sign-up with SDCOE is required to get a top secret link and passcode.
The website lists ULS unit google slides by grade. It can be used along with the paper copies of the lesson worksheets.
GREAT IDEA, Arielle!
Year 1 NETs Art Wheel Teacher, Arielle Lacob, posts her expectations and projects for the day on her white board to set students up for success. Students are excited to see what they will be producing by the end of the period. Arielle connects her lessons to artists work while differentiating for each of the grade levels based on the VAPA standards. She also further differentiates the projects by showing different levels of completed projects.
Week of November 27-December 1
NETs Reminders & Information
Classroom Management Reset - After Thanksgiving break, it's important to recognize the significance of restructuring classroom management to ensure a smooth transition and continued positive learning environments. Here are some key reasons why this is important:
Re-establishing Routines —After an extended break, students may find it challenging to re-adjust to the structure of the classroom. By re-establishing and reinforcing routines, you create a sense of predictability and stability, helping students ease back into the learning environment.
Regaining Focus —By revisiting classroom expectations and refocusing students on their academic goals, you set the tone for a productive and focused learning atmosphere. There may be a need to re-establish classroom rules, consequences, and positive reinforcements.
Addressing Changes in Dynamics —Extended breaks can lead to shifts in student dynamics and relationships. Take the time to observe and understand any changes in group dynamics, friendships, or conflicts that may arise. Addressing these issues promptly can help maintain a positive social environment.
Assessment and Feedback —Use this time to assess students' progress and provide constructive feedback. Identify areas of improvement and celebrate successes. This can motivate students to stay engaged and committed to their academic responsibilities.
Emphasizing Goal Setting —Encourage students to set goals for the remainder of the semester or academic year. This practice helps them develop a sense of purpose and direction, fostering a positive attitude toward learning.
Building a Supportive Community —Strengthen the sense of community within your classroom. Consider team-building activities, class discussions, or collaborative projects to reinforce the idea that everyone plays a crucial role in the learning process.
Communication with Parents —Maintain open lines of communication with parents to ensure they are aware of any changes in classroom management or expectations. Collaboration between teachers and parents can significantly contribute to students' success.
Remember that flexibility is key; be responsive to the needs of your students and be willing to adapt your strategies based on their individual and collective responses. By taking these steps, you can create a positive and effective learning environment for the remainder of the school year.
Open Door Policy - We have a commitment to professionalism and support. We encourage open communication with NETs and provide a variety of avenues for sharing your successes, suggestions, or concerns. Whether you prefer discussing matters with your mentor, engaging with Heather directly, scheduling an appointment with her, or documenting your thoughts in your log, we are dedicated to fostering a transparent and supportive environment to ensure your success. Reach out anytime.
Collaborative Support—Collaborative Support is coming up on 12/6/23. This is a time of support to ensure you are on track for completion and also support routine practices to support you professional growth in the CSTP and long term success as a teacher. During this session you may use the time to work with a mentor or colleagues to collaborate on current program components including your classroom management plan checkpoint, lesson planning, establishing ILP goals, and/or adding ILP activities. There will be a separate room dedicated to focused studying of the RICA for those who have not completed this executive order. You may be invited if you need structured time to maintain your ILP.
😃Upcoming Professional Development 😃
You are appreciated ERik, Cristie, Heidi, Anna, Linda,
Tara & Vanessa!
Great Idea Bethany Anaya!
Thank you for sharing!
I create i-Ready lesson tracking charts to motivate my students to complete their weekly i-Ready lessons. This is a fun and creative tool that I use to challenge my students to aim high in their scores. The chart is picture that I draw and then within it I create squares students are able to fill in, usually accompanied with a little pun :) Students complete i-Ready lessons during small group time as well as at home. They have a goal to complete three lessons per subject each week.
When a student completes a lesson in class, they ask their table group partner to check to ensure they got a score of 85% or above to which they are able to fill in a piece of our chart. Students are working hard on their skills of Math and Reading and once the entire chart is filled we earn what they chose, usually it is longer Fun Friday time or extra recess.
When a chart gets filled out a new one will be made and I will check student progress that happened during this time. Students are able to take accountability for their learning and they are able to set a goal in lessons for themselves. My students have loved this activity and feel so accomplished when they get to help the entire class get closer to the goal of finishing the chart!
We hope your Thanksgiving was wonderful!
Week of November 13-17
Cycle of Inquiry (COI) —An important part of your ILP is working with your mentor to improve your teaching to better impact student learning using the COI process. Your COI is individualized to best meet the needs of your specific professional practice and is an important activity connected your goals. Everyone's COI varies in content but the structure is the same with a focus on the plan, teach, reflect, apply cycle. Your work with your mentor should leave you with more confidence in your planning and teaching, as well as a stronger sense of your student learning based on the analysis of student data. Reflecting on your growth during this process will reward you in many ways and is good evidence of your CSTP growth!
✔REMINDER—1st Cycle of Inquiry (COI) | Consult/Plan with your mentor. Checkpoint date: December 6 Link in ILP in Checkpoint section
Checkpoint dates—Remember to keep track of your checkpoint dates. Put them on your calendar or add them to your planner.
Year in Review Year 1|Year in Review Year 2
Triad Meetings—Congratulations to many of you for already meeting this checkpoint. If you haven’t done so already, reach out to your principal (and/or program specialist) to schedule a meeting.
Colleague Observation—Many of you have already met this checkpoint as well. Based on teacher feedback, the colleague observation is the most valuable professional development offered. We are impressed with how some of you have found creative ways to achieve this observation—even during a sub shortage. Don’t worry if you haven’t been able to do this yet. Be sure to talk to your mentor about the options available to support you during this sub crisis.
Principal Meetings—This week I am continuing to meet with principals to discussing your work in NETs Induction and share updates to the NETs Induction Program this year. Your principals are providing input to add to your ILP. I will be adding their feedback to your ILP.
Thanksgiving week is coming soon!—We are so thankful to be working with you and want to share our appreciation for the work that you are doing each and every day with your students. Your efforts are noticed and appreciated! We hope you enjoy this week, knowing you have one week until a much needed break—and enjoy your Thanksgiving week even more! We hope you take time to rest, recharge, and enjoy time with your family and friends during your Thanksgiving week. The 2023-24 Thanksgiving break is scheduled for Monday, November 20, through Friday, November 24. All EUSD schools and the district office will be closed. Friday, November 17, is a minimum day for students.
Classroom Management Reset - After Thanksgiving is the perfect time to reset on your classroom management and shift routines to better suit you and your students learning needs. Discuss this with your mentor how you want to reset. Consider moving the classroom around (if needed), using visual reminders, and shifting/revisiting expectations so that you can teach and all your students learning.
Credentialing Requirement Support - Do you need your EL Authorization or have other Credentialing Requirements? | For your EL Authorization, you can access University Programs offering courses or take the CTEL exams
😃Upcoming Professional Development 😃
The pacing of a lesson is vital to student growth. Take a look at the essentials when it comes to pacing the lesson and the learning.
Inferential thinking is a key comprehension skill that develops over time through explicit teaching and lots of practice. Find strategies for teaching inferencing, watch a demonstration, and observe a classroom lesson in action.
Conscious Teaching Ideas—Visit this Conscious Teaching “Stuff you can use” website for strategies and resources. Click on any link on this page to find practical strategies you can take away and try immediately.
Self-Care is important!—Check out the VEBA Resource Center for some great information and resources. The EUSD wellness program mission is, “Helping EUSD employees achieve lifelong total health and wellbeing.”
Cristie Lake and Linda Manessis would like to nominate Rachael Higgins and Alejandra Marin as Marigolds. They have come together to team teach TK classes for the enrichment wheel in Drama and Music. They support each other fully during the class time and create a loving learning environment with high expectations for student learning and behavior. They also collaborate with the TK paraprofessionals on how to best support students' needs. Way to go Rachael and Alejandra! Your positive support of each other, your students, and your school community make you true Marigolds!
Week of November 6-10
Principal Meetings😊—This week I continue to meet with principals to discussing your work in NETs Induction and the updates to the NETs Induction Program this year. Your principal will have an opportunity to provide input on your Individualized Learning Plan and discuss any special areas of focus they may have. There are many positive reasons to discuss your goals with your administration; here are a few:
alignment between our work and administrator vision
evidence of strengths-based growth in your professional practices
support stronger collaboration between you, your site administrator, and NETs Induction
This Week's Principal Meeting Schedule:
November 6: Miller | North Broadway
November 7: Oak Hill | Lincoln
November 8: Pioneer
Let’s Talk Math: Student Resource 👏- Make a copy of the attached student resource and edit the directions to fit your classroom. Let’s get students to begin collaborating and using academic language in math.
✏️Here is a great article with 3 solutions for a pencil sharpening system in your classroom.
Getting Started with Writer’s Workshop - The workshop structure encourages children to think of themselves as writers and take their writing seriously. It gives children the skills to express their important thoughts and celebrates the fact that their stories and ideas matter and are worth expressing. Also check out ideas to implementing the mini-lessons.
REPORT CARDS—Issued on Friday, November 17th
Need Additional University Credit? One of your fellow NETs teachers learned about CTA sponsored University Credit. Teachers can earn 6 units for free, but they have to use CTA sponsored webinars and/or conferences. You have to register by 12/7.
😃Upcoming Professional Development 😃
✅ High-quality Extended Discourse NEW (Brooke Brumback, Kailee Ennis)| Wed., November 8th | 3:30-5:00PM
Nearpod has some fantastic learning opportunities for educators this month, including Camp Engage from 11/10-11/11
Increase Engagement w/group work
Week of October 30-November 3
NETs Reminders & Information
Culturally Responsive Classroom - Please be aware that some students may not celebrate Halloween and or other upcoming holidays, so please have something different or modify an existing activity so all students are included. (CSTP 1.1, 2.1, and 4.5) See the articles below.
Upcoming PLN— Have you already signed up for next month’s PLN and PD on 11/13? If not, please do that right away!
Colleague Observation is an extremely effective professional development! If you have not yet discussed the Colleague Observation activity with your mentor, be sure to do so. Some options you will want to consider are: observe a site colleague during your prep time, observe a TOSA demonstrating a lesson, or join our NETs Colleague Observation Google Classroom for access to a plethora of recorded teacher lessons.
Principal/Heather 1:1 Meeting — Every year around this time, Heather meets with principals one on one to discuss NETs induction and gather administrator input regarding areas of support for you. It is a great opportunity to share your ILP goals and receive targeted feedback. With your permission, Heather will share your ILP goals. Please email Heather ONLY IF YOU don't want to share one or more of your goals.
Principal Communication & Support:
Principals provide support for all teachers and provide NETs teachers with feedback to support their professional practice.
Principals follow evaluation timelines and support NETs as their adjunct duty
Your ILP goals are shared (with your approval) and they provide input on the ILP.
You engage in a Triad meeting (Principal & Program Specialist).
Information is also shared at principal meetings, updates, and on the NETs News/Website.
Making Mid-Year Changes in your Classroom - Needing to make changes weeks or months after a school year has begun doesn’t mean you’ve failed at anything. It means you are a reflective and committed teacher. Check out this resource on how to go about making management and procedural changes from Conscious Classroom.
😃Upcoming Professional Development 😃
NEW upcoming PD: ✅ High-quality Extended Discourse, (Brooke Brumback, Kailee Ennis)| Wed., November 8th | 3:30-5:00PM Description: High-quality extended discourse empowers students to become a leader of their own learning by engaging in active, collaborative, and meaningful conversation with their peers to clearly communicate their thinking behind a rigorous task. In this Learning Lab you will walk away with the foundational knowledge of why and how to implement practical, cross-curricular conversation cues and other discourse strategies, in order to increase the depth, equity & efficacy of academic conversations between your students. You will also be provided with complete access to all of the resources we discuss here today.
REGISTER for classes HERE (or click on the link below)
Intro to UDL and Choice Boards - Mon., Oct. 30th, 3:30-5:30 PM
Using Success Criterial Book Study - Wed., Nov. 1st, 3:30-5:30 PM
NETs Induction SPED 'Make & Take' - Wed., Nov. 1st, 3:30-5:30 PM
SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY:
Don't miss out on the SDCOE classes. Register below.
NETs pays SDCOE for your attendance at this PD opportunity.
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Week of October 23-27
NETs Reminders & Information
Our favorite professional development opportunity, without fail, is seeing other teachers in action. Listening to another teacher's pacing... seeing the way they manage routines and behavior, along with content delivery, and having engagement strategies modeled is always beneficial. All of those reasons are why it's a built-in component in NETs Induction (checkpoint date is 1/24/24).
There are multiple pathways to achieve this requirement:
use a prep time to observe someone else at your site
use a sub (site sub if you have one, site impact teacher, some principals offer to sub, or arrange with your mentor) to give you the freedom to go see another teacher for a lesson
have a curriculum TOSA (Math, DLP, Science DLP, PBL) demo a lesson for you
ask another teacher to record a lesson for you
ask your mentor to go get video footage from another teacher
access the NETs Colleague Observation Google Classroom for a library of recorded lessons (Google Classroom code nnumtjw)
access Teaching Channel or YouTube to find demonstration lessons (discuss with your mentor beforehand)
Before you observe, you will complete the "Plan" section of your "*2324 NETs Colleague Observation Protocols & Reflection" doc found in your NETs folder. Here is some other important information:
The observation needs to be aligned with at least one of your ILP goals (since this is an activity to help you move closer to meeting the goal). Making this connection is what makes it meaningful.
Please be aware that it takes a bit of planning. Your mentor is here to support you, but keep in mind that the onus is on you to complete this before the checkpoint date. (again, that is 1/24/24...sounds far away, but it'll be here before you know it)
The *2324 NETs Colleague Observation Protocols & Reflection document will be linked twice on your ILP:
as an activity under one or more of your goals
in the beige Checkpoints section
The observation is a GREAT opportunity to develop the "research" section of a COI.
In many cases, this observation can count towards your PD requirement for University Credit!
Please let your mentor know how they can support you with this. We know you will love the learning that comes from the experience!!
Reminder about ILP GOALS - Please let your mentor know if we can share your ILP goals with your principal and if you want me to share anything specific with your principal. One to One meetings will start soon.
Need 💰💲💸 for your classroom? Check out these two opportunities:
The Penne Ferrell Fund Literacy Award Application Due November 1, 2023 - DKG California offers $200 grants to teachers in their first through fifth year of teaching, to be used for classroom libraries or literacy projects. The application deadline is November 1st. The grants and application process are described here. DKGCA STEP - Google Slides | Lynette Lange would be happy to sponsor any teachers who would like to apply for a grant. It is competitive, so the applicant should have a specific project or purpose in mind. Lynnette said she could meet with an individual or group between now and the deadline. Contact her if you would like support: lynettelangedkg@gmail.com.
Escondido Education Foundation - Innovation Awards: The foundation is now accepting applications for the Dr. Mike Caston Innovation Awards. Applications are due by Friday, October 27th. The foundation is looking forward to funding innovative teacher projects.
😃Upcoming Professional Development 😃
REGISTER for classes HERE (or click on the link below)
University Credit PD - Mon., Oct. 23rd, 3:30-4:30 PM
New Hire Orientation - Tues., Oct. 24th, 3:30-4:30 PM Zoom: nets2324
University Credit Make-up Meeting - Wed., Oct. 25th, 3:00-4:00 PM Zoom: nets2324
SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY:
Don't miss out on the SDCOE classes. Register below.
NETs pays SDCOE for your attendance at this PD opportunity.
IMG_9369.MOVThis sweet video shows your fellow NETs teacher, Alejandra Marin, meeting her TK Glen View students on their first rotation of Drama.
😃🎼 Alejandra commands her audience while making connections with her students. Throughout the lesson she showed evidence of CSTPs 1.1, 2.1, 2.3 and 4.4. Her planning and differentiation of age appropriate management techniques is helping all her students learn!
Week of October 16-20
NETs Reminders & Information
Do you want to move over on the salary schedule?- Be sure to:
Attend the upcoming University Credit meeting on 10/23/23
Sign up/attend for some of the choice PD offerings. You will learn more details at the University Credit meeting.
Sharing of your ILP GOALS - I will be scheduling Principal 1:1 meetings soon to gather their input on your ILP goals and share NETs induction progress. This is a great time to get principal input on your work and share successes. Please let your mentor know if we can share your ILP goals with your principal and if you want me to share anything specific with your principal.
Lesson Planning—Active Teaching Lesson Plan - this is a great resource for upper elementary and middle school teachers
Have you used Apple Classroom yet? Be sure to talk to your mentor about this and also about some accessibility features available on the iPads.
Do you want to make one Apple Classroom with multiple grades of students? Here are the directions from teacher resources.
Step 1 is creating the class manually
Step 2 -You do nothing - The sync happens automatically every 2 hours on weekdays :-)
😃Upcoming Professional Development 😃
REGISTER for classes HERE (or click on the link below)
Supporting English Learners in EUSD - Mon., Oct. 16, 2023, 3:30-5:30 PM Location: Pine
Using Success Criteria Book Study - Introduction to Learning Targets/Intentions & Success Criteria - Wed., Oct. 18, 2023, 3:30-5:30 PM, Location: Maple
Storybook Science Session - Wed., Oct. 18, 2023, 3:30-4:30 PM
Analyze Data and Plan for Small Groups - Wed., Oct. 18, 2023, 3:30-4:30 PM, Location: Willow
SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY:
Don't miss out on the SDCOE classes. If you are interested, please register below. NETs pays SDCOE for your attendance at this PD opportunity.
NETs pays SDCOE for your class. This PD counts toward your NETs Induction and supports your professional growth/ILP goals. NETs Induction is a job-embedded program which you are receiving free of charge. Many other districts or the county charge teacher candidates for their programs.
We provide a plethora of PD choices to support teacher candidates on their journey to earn a clear credential and we hope you utilize some of these options to support your growth so that you are truly successful.
“It’s impossible to get better and look good at the same time.
Give yourself permission to be a beginner.
By being willing to be a bad artist, you have a chance to be an artist, and perhaps over time, a very good one.”
~Julia Cameron (The Artist's Way)
~Julia Cameron (The Artist's Way)
Where do you need to get better? Are you willing to give yourself permission to be a beginner and release the need to “look good” in order to get better? ~Elena Aguilar
Thank you amazing NETs teachers for completing your logs each week.
I appreciate you! ~Amy
Week of October 9-13
NETs Reminders & Information
NETs Checkpoints - By now, you should have a good grasp of the checkpoints (located in the left column of the documents below). Your objective should be to proactively complete these checkpoints either ahead of schedule or by the specified deadline. If, for any reason, you find yourself unable to meet a checkpoint, kindly reach out to Heather Peterson with the necessary details and request an extension. It's crucial to note that the successful completion of all checkpoints is a prerequisite for receiving a NETs letter of completion and/or a CTC credential recommendation. We appreciate your commitment to meeting these induction checkpoints.
NETs Teacher Candidate Weekly Logs: NETs log submissions started on the first Friday following your orientation. Amy Kerby recently sent a message regarding the completion of logs during the initial weeks of September. While it is not mandatory to complete these logs for those two weeks, if you attended any professional development sessions, received assistance from EUSD coaches, or acquired "just in time" support from a NETs mentor during that period, you are encouraged to include these details in your support logs, but again it is not mandatory for those first two weeks.
Do you know about cumulative records? - Now that conferences are over and you are starting to assess for report cards, now is an opportune moment to delve deeper into understanding each of your students. Home language surveys, previous assessment scores, past report card comments, and similar resources can significantly enhance your grasp of each student's background, strengths, and language requirements, ultimately assisting in charting a productive path ahead for each of your students. Additionally, this information in the cumulative record serves as an invaluable resource for the student's subsequent teacher, counselor, or administrator.
Learn more about supporting ELs in EUSD at our upcoming professional development - Since many of the students within EUSD are English Language learners it important to learn strategies to support this diverse group of students comes to us with differing educational backgrounds and different levels of proficiency in English. As such, the district wants to ensure that these English learners receive specialized instruction, integrated and designated English language development or ELD, to support their learning needs. The Escondido Union School District believes that all students can actualize their unlimited potential and you play a key role in this. Supporting ELs in EUSD PD is coming up next week and it’s fantastic opportunity for supporting differentiation ILP goals and developing research-based strategies to support students that are multilingual. We hope to see you there! Register here - October 16th 3:30-5:30PM
😃Upcoming Professional Development 😃
REGISTER for classes HERE (or click on the link below)
EUSD Choice Sessions & NETs PLN |Mon. Oct. 9, 2023 | 3:30-5:30 PM
==> Be sure to Register for your choice
1. Special Education Session - Data Collection & Progress Monitoring
2. Classroom Management (based on your feedback) (Cristie Lake)
3. Culturally Responsive Pedagogy (Tara Colville, Linda Manessis) I
4. Fun with ELD (Katy Maskiewicz)
5. Lesson Planning - Learning Targets/Intentions, Success Criteria (Erik Carlson)
6. Effective Tech Integration - Supercharge student writing with word prediction (Scott Soucy)
7. Report Cards 101: How to Determine Grades For Grades 1-5 (Math and ELA TOSA’s)
8. Report Cards 101: How to Determine Grades For TK & K (Math and ELA TOSA’s)
NETs Collaborative Support Session |Wed. Oct. 11, 2023 | 3:30-5:00 PM - During this session you may use the time to work with a mentor or colleagues to collaborate on current program components including Classroom Management Plan checkpoint, lesson planning, establishing ILP goals, and/or adding ILP activities. There will be a separate room dedicated to focused studying of the RICA for those who have not completed this executive order. (RICA subtest 1)
SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY: Don't miss out on the SDCOE classroom management. If you are interested, please register with the EUSD NETs link so that we know you are attending and can communicate with you directly. We currently have 14 people signed up. Also, make sure you block out this PD opportunity on your calendar. NETs pays SDCOE for your attendance at this PD opportunity.
For planning purpose, the other two PD offerings this year will be:
Shift to Self-Assessments: Self-assessment is a powerful strategy that encourages students to become more invested in their learning journeys. Read the article to learn how to best implement self-assessments with your students. CSTP Connection to 5.5 Involving all students in self-assessment, goal setting, and monitoring progress.
Check Out Clock Buddies!
Clock Buddies.doc
Week of October 2-6
NETs Reminders & Information
Good luck with your Parent-Teacher Conferences!—Effective parent-teacher conferences are not only about discussing academic progress but also about building a positive and collaborative relationship with parents or guardians. Be prepared to address concerns and questions, provide actionable feedback, and work together with parents to positively support the student's development and education.
Here are a some resources and tips to help you to prepare for and conduct successful parent conferences:
Local School or District Resources: Check with your school for any specific guidelines, templates, sign-in sheets, or resources they may provide for conducting parent-teacher conferences. Many schools have their own procedures and materials.
Role-Playing and Preparation: Collaborate with your NETs mentor or grade level colleagues to practice conducting mock parent-teacher conferences. This can help you refine your communication skills and feel more confident during the actual meetings.
Focus on Support: Remember that every student is someone's baby.
Translate and Interpretation Services: Ensure that you have access to translation and interpretation services if needed to accommodate non-English-speaking parents. Many schools provide these services to facilitate communication.
Organization: Have your files organized by the conference schedule so that you can easily access information, data, and student work for each student.
Create a Welcoming Room Environment: Stop at your door and take a look around your classroom with fresh eyes. What do you notice? Does anything need to be changed or spruced up? Be sure to place several chairs outside your door.
Did you meet your Site Orientation Checklist checkpoint date? It was due last September 27, 2023 for all Year 1 teachers and for Year 2 teachers that are new to a site.
😃 Upcoming Professional Development 😃
REGISTER for classes HERE (or click on the link below)
😃 We are super excited to support you with these PDs! See you there.
EUSD Choice Sessions & NETs PLN |Mon. Oct. 9, 2023 | 3:30-5:30 PM
==> Be sure to Register for your choice
1. Special Education Session - Data Collection & Progress Monitoring
2. Classroom Management (based on your feedback) (Cristie Lake)
3. Culturally Responsive Pedagogy (Tara Colville, Linda Manessis) I
4. Fun with ELD (Katy Maskiewicz)
5. Lesson Planning - Learning Targets/Intentions, Success Criteria (Erik Carlson)
6. Effective Tech Integration - Supercharge student writing with word prediction (Scott Soucy)
7. Report Cards 101: How to Determine Grades For Grades 1-5 (Math and ELA TOSA’s)
8. Report Cards 101: How to Determine Grades For TK & K (Math and ELA TOSA’s)
NETs Collaborative Support Session |Wed. Oct. 11, 2023 | 3:30-5:00 PM - During this session you may use the time to work with a mentor or colleagues to collaborate on current program components including Classroom Management Plan checkpoint, lesson planning, establishing ILP goals, and/or adding ILP activities. There will be a separate room dedicated to focused studying of the RICA for those who have not completed this executive order. (RICA subtest 1)
SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY: We work with SDCOE to offer an amazing, virtual PD opportunity to support your classroom management. If you are interested, please register with the EUSD NETs link so that we know you are attending and can communicate with you directly. We currently have 13 people signed up. Also, make sure you block out this PD opportunity on your calendar. NETs pays SDCOE for your attendance at this PD opportunity.
From SDCOE - We would like to extend an invitation to a fabulous webinar Conscious Classroom Management: Bringing Out the Best in Students and Teachers, with Katie Anderson scheduled for Thursday, October 19, 2023 4:30pm-7:30pm PDT. Space is limited. If you would like to participate in this dynamic and engaging webinar, please sign up on the Interest List by Thursday, October 20th. DO NOT SHARE!
SDCOE Interest List: https://forms.gle/AVoZW7cZumWU6CTW6
After you register here, SDCOE will send you a direct email with links.
It will not disappoint! You will gain amazing strategies to support your classroom management.
For planning purpose, the other two PD offerings this year will be:
Did you make your Emergency Sub plans yet?
❤️🧡💛💚💙💜
Week of Sept. 25-29
NETs Reminders & Information
Checkpoint Date - Site Orientation Checklist—September 27, 2023 for all Year 1 teachers and for Year 2 teachers that are new to a site
Lesson Planning—How is your lesson planning going? Be sure to show your NETs mentor your lesson planning system and make sure you have a day to plan for the next week.Your planning needs to include learning targets/success criteria, student engagement activities, and formative assessments. Your principal expects a focus on learning and not completion of tasks. Be prepared to share your lessons with your principal.
Have your classroom ready to go each afternoon before you leave for the day. This means having your lessons prepared and having materials prepped and laid out for the next day. This will help to ensure a successful learning day for your students, that you have a great teaching day, and it helps a sub if you are out due to an emergency.
Speaking of emergencies, take some time this week to create some emergency sub plans. Have a tub of extra materials copied and ready to go. We can not stress this enough. You will thank yourself later.
Do you want to move over on the salary schedule? Be sure to attend the University Credit meeting & sign up/attend for some of the choice PD offerings. Make a PD plan with your NETs mentor. They will help align the PD opportunities to your individual goals.
😃 Upcoming Professional Development 😃
REGISTER for classes HERE (or click on the link below)
😃 We are super excited to support you with these PDs! See you there.
Tier I - Classroom Management | Wed. Sept. 27, 2023 | 3:30-5:30pm | Pine Room
EUSD Choice Sessions & NETs PLN |Mon. Oct. 9, 2023 | 3:30-5:30 PM
There have been several updates over the summer to visually support your students stay on task and support transitions. Timetable is our new favorite! After each block of time a sound alerts to begin the next block of time.
For small group instruction or 1:1 conferencing, have you thought of using a signal to show students the expectations while you are working with others?
Classroomscreen offers a Stop Light as a built-in widget. Think of using the colors of the lights to signal when it is appropriate to interrupt your small group. Once students are used to the routine and learn the color coding the labels can be removed.
Ready2Go-Equity-Series.pdfKUDOS to these Wheel Teachers!
Wheel Teachers Team 4 Video by Arielle Lacob (Year 1) and Hannah Tunnell (Year 2)
IntroductionVideo.movIMPORTANT: Please mark your calendars: CTC Accreditation Site visit for April 29 - May 1, 2024
Dear NETs teachers,
We hope this message finds you well. We are excited to inform you that the CTC will be conducting a site visit to verify the program components for our EUSD NETs induction program. Your participation in this process is crucial to ensure the success of the EUSD NETs induction program and the induction of new teachers in the future.
As current NETs teachers and upcoming completers, we value your expertise and insight into the induction process. Your input is important and the CTC has requested you be present at an interview that will take place next spring, sometime between Monday, April 29 to Wednesday, May 1, 2024, most likely after school. I will give you specific instructions and details when we get closer to the date. Your interview will most likely be on Monday, April 29th or Tuesday, 30th. During the interviews, the site visit team will be asking questions about various components of the induction program, including mentorship, your ILP, professional development, and support for new teachers. Your feedback and input will help ensure continued accreditation of EUSD’s free NETs Induction program. It also helps us to continue to improve the program and make it more effective for future cohorts.
We appreciate your commitment to the NETs induction program and the teaching profession, and we look forward to working with you during the site visit interviews. Please let us know if you have any questions. Thank you for your time and dedication and be sure to mark your calendars for the CTC Accreditation Site visit for April 29 - May 1, 2024.
Week of Sept. 18-22
😃 Upcoming Professional Development 😃
REGISTER for classes HERE (or click on the link below)
😃 We are super excited to support you with these PDs! See you there.
Classroom Procedures and Routines Follow Up | Mon. Sept. 18, 2023 | 3:00-4:00pm | Location: ZOOM (Cristie’s Link)
Classroom Engagement Part 1 | Wed. Sept. 20, 2023 | 3:30-5:30pm | Pine Room
Tier I - Classroom Management | Wed. Sept. 27, 2023 | 3:30-5:30pm | Pine Room
NETs Reminders & Information
Thank you for your attendance at the EUSD CHOICE PD and NETs PLN (& a HUGE thank you to the NETs mentors and EUSD coaches!) - The feedback was amazing and we look forward to seeing you again next month on October 9th.
Lesson Planning—Please share your lesson planning system with your NETs mentor. Your mentor will be taking a picture of your lesson plan as evidence of CSTP 4 and your ongoing lesson planning will become an indicator of progress in this CSTP throughout the year. Reflect on whether you are planning for the next day versus the next week or month and be sure to use curricular maps to support your planning. In addition to your NETs mentor, be sure to reach out to the EUSD coaches for support as well. You might consider utilizing time between parent conferences to accomplish some long term planning.
How are you planning for and using formative assessment data to support effective instruction and student learning? By planning formative assessment opportunities and using evidence of student learning to improve student understanding, you are engaging in a very important teaching and learning cycle. You are helping to support students to become self-directed learners and putting an important emphasis on effective learning in your classroom. Start with the learning objective and assess student understanding of that learning target. This process of teaching, assessing, and learning involves students as partners in the process. Consider building students' skills in peer-assessment and self- assessment (CSTP 5.5). Be sure to discuss your ongoing formative assessment system with your NETs mentor. You will be documenting your planning, teaching, assessing, and reflecting skills in your Cycle of Inquiry (COI).
🖤 Parent Conferences—October 5-6th— Thank you in advance for your efforts to make this experience a positive opportunity for parents to engage as our partners and help establish and maintain ongoing two-way communication. Please read this article by education author, Lisa Westman, for some suggestions for how to create positive conference experiences particularly with concerned parents. Fix Contentious Parent-Teacher Conferences in These 6 Steps.
NETs Google Classroom Resources - The EUSD NETS program has a variety of Google Classes available for teachers that are used to share resources. Here is a list of the classes and the join codes for them:
Self Paced Webinars - c5a6wyh This class provides webinars from a variety of sources that teachers can use to access professional development asynchronously. This class is also helpful for our Intern teachers that require 20-40 hours per year of ELD PD.
Colleague Observation - nnumtjw This classroom provides video links of teachers throughout EUSD teaching. The classes cover the range of grades and programs offered in EUSD. If you'd like to be featured in this classroom, please contact your NETS mentor or Anna Clark.
Benchmark / ENY Resources for SpEd Programs - gnzybmb This is a class specifically tailored to EUSD special education programs using Benchmark and Eureka 2. Feel free to share resources and lessons in the class stream. We'd love to see teachers collaborating on this platform.
ULS Resources for SpEd Programs - k5pb2mr This class is specifically tailored to EUSD special education programs using ULS as their adopted curriculum. Feel free to share resources and lessons in the class stream.
Classroom Procedures and Routines - xgeotwf This class contains resources from our Saturday PD on procedures and routines to start your year off. The resources and materials are wonderful for any time of the year.
RICA Supports - h4bmr7r If you are completing RICA 1, 2 or 3 this google class has study materials to support your learning.
NETs Mentor Google Classrooms:
We also have NETS Mentors that are utilizing Google classes to communicate and share resources with their cohorts:
Vanessa Lodge Cohort - j6b6tzb | Anna Clark Cohort - sfrozxg | Heidi Paxton Cohort - y4rhbav | Cristie Lake Cohort | Linda Manessis Cohort
Elementary (primary) Science
We are excited to announce a four part PD series “Storybook Science!” This PD series will be offered to primary teachers who will learn how to tie in science to stories. The first three sessions will turn a storybook opportunity into an engaging, hands-on science activity. In the fourth session, you will collaborate to design your own science activity. Through participating, you will receive each workshop's accompanying story book to bring back to your classroom. The meetings will take place at the district office from 3:30-4:30 on the following dates: September 20 | September 28 | October 12 |October 18
There is room for 20 participants and it will be first come first serve. Make sure you are available to attend all four sessions. Teachers will be instructed to reach out to their admin for the four hours of extra pay to compensate them for these PDs. Use This form to sign up.
Think out of the box when it comes to formative assessments. Allowing for choice, collaboration, and creativity will support student learning.
Week of Sept. 11-15
NETs Reminders & Information
NETs MANDATORY PLN -These REQUIRED sessions are once a month and count as that week’s meeting requirement. Please make sure you visit your Year at a Glance to calendar these dates. We truly appreciate your efforts to ensure that you arrive on time. We do our best to accommodate the needs of nearly 80 NETs Induction teacher candidates and want to be transparent regarding our efforts to best support you on your induction journey. As mentioned at the orientation, attendance is documented to verify checkpoints toward a clear credential. We understand that emergencies may happen once in a while and if that happens, please communicate with Heather Peterson and and your mentor. Please minimize last minute non-attendance as we then have to come up with separate plans to accommodate individual needs so that program requirements are met. Thank you for your understanding and your teamwork to ensure induction program requirements are successfully met.
Upcoming Professional Development
REGISTER for classes HERE (or click on the link below)
A HUGE thank you to all the NETs Mentors and EUSD Coaches for creating and delivering these amazing professional learning opportunities for you!
Professional development attendance is highly encouraged at the EUSD learning sessions listed on the EUSD Choice Board. This PD Choice Board offers many professional learning opportunities to support your ILP goals. Work with your mentor to plan out your PD to best support your individual growth. Some of the sessions are new and some are listed as the same title but have shifts in the content from last year. Either way, there is always something new to learn at a PD, even if you have attended it before. Your students are new this year, which brings a new lens in which you can view information. Work with your mentor to make connections to your practice.
»»Mandatory NETs Induction PLN | Mon. Sept. 11, 2023 | 3:30-5:30pm | Make your choices - Choice PD + Mentor Cohorts - Please arrive on time and bring your laptop
Assessment and Instructional Planning | Wed. Sept. 13, 2023 | 3:30-5:30pm |
Classroom Procedures and Routines Follow Up | Mon. Sept. 18, 2023 | 3:00-4:00pm |
Classroom Engagement Part 1 | Wed. Sept. 20, 2023 | 3:30-5:30pm |
Tier I - Classroom Management | Wed. Sept. 27, 2023 | 3:30-5:30pm |
Week of Sept. 5-8
NETs Reminders & Information
😀 We hope you had a great three day weekend! 😀
Please Add a Professional Email Picture 📸 —This will differentiate you from students in our email sytem. It is also a part of CSTP 6: Developing as a professional educator.
Logs 📋 —Completing your NETs logs each week is a NETs Induction program requirement.
Advice & Assistance (A&A) 💛 —You may have some individual needs such as you are in a master's program, your credential expires early, or you have a medical situation. Share your needs with your mentor and the two of you will schedule a meeting with Heather to individualize your Induction program even more.
Upcoming Professional Development- REGISTER for classes HERE
Please arrive on time and bring your laptop
NETs Induction SPED PLN | Wed. Sept. 6, 2023 | 3:30-5:30pm | Pine Room - This special session is mandatory for Interns & New Year 1 Induction Teachers (all other special education teachers are welcome to attend) and will involve creating your progress monitoring routines for the school year.
Mandatory NETs Induction PLN | Mon. Sept. 11, 2023 | 3:30-5:30pm | Choice PD and Mentor Cohort
Assessment and Instructional Planning | Wed. Sept. 13, 2023 | 3:30-5:30pm |
Classroom Procedures and Routines Follow Up | Mon. Sept. 18, 2023 | 3:00-4:00pm |
Classroom Engagement Part 1 | Wed. Sept. 20, 2023 | 3:30-5:30pm |
Tier I - Classroom Management | Wed. Sept. 27, 2023 | 3:30-5:30pm |
Mentor Resources 💫 - Every week we add some ideas & resources to help you. Let us know if you want to share something or have questions you want us to answer. (See the side column and blue section below for more ideas.)
Conscious Teaching Lesson Plans. There are multiple lesson plans for different teaching procedures.
Parent Communication - Information about building parent-teacher relationships.
Have you tried Vooks? Teachers get a free account! Bring story books alive! Vooks is an entire library of storybooks brought to life with beautiful animation, read-aloud narrations, engaging music and sound, and read-along text.
What does your parent communication look like?
The bookends of class can transform learning in between.
When students walk into the classroom what are their responsibilities?
How are you debriefing the lesson at the end?
WEEK OF August 28-Sept. 1
NETs REMINDERS & INFORMATION
Take time to celebrate your accomplishments, no matter how big or small. We suggest that you start a journal and record inspiring or funny incidents and accomplishments too.
MANDATORY —Year 2 Orientation: Wednesday, August 30 (3:30-5:30 PM) - CGEC/District Office | Bring a charged laptop
SPED Make & Take on Wednesday, September 6th (3:30-5:30PM) - CGEC/District Office - Maple Room | Bring a charged laptop Schedule your PD early | This is mandatory for Interns & New Year 1 Induction Teachers (all other special education teachers are welcome to attend). *Check with your sites for PD pay* There are two SPED PDs available:
Make and Take Data Routines for all Intern, Year 1 and Year 2 teachers in SDC, Mod/Severe and SCSB programs.
All middle school math SAI teachers and all elementary school SAI teachers - Bridges Math Workshop
Visit the EUSD Professional Development | Choice Board for PD dates and links. You might want to bookmark this resource. We are still updating the sign-up to include Sched.
NETs Teacher Candidate Weekly Logs: Begin your logs the first Friday after your orientation. LINK to log.
Scheduling Mentor Support: Thanks to all of you for your flexibility coordinating NETs meetings with your mentors. Principals are working hard to finalize recess, lunch, and PE schedules and we recognize that shifts have been made. We see your effort and truly appreciate your flexibility, willingness to problem solve, and your support for one another.
LESSON PLANNING - Discuss lesson planning routines with your mentor.
THRILLSHARE - Go to https://thrillshare.com/ and log in with Google (work account) —We will be shifting over to Thrillshare Rooms (from REMIND) and have created a NETs Induction Room. This will be up and running very soon. Please turn on your Thrillshare notifications so you get the necessary information. In case you need support with this, Vanessa made this short How2 video. —Turning on Notifications in Thrillshare
You can also download the Thrillshare app on your phone. Thrillshare on the App Store | Thrillshare - Apps on Google Play
Fall CSTP Self Assessment - Work with your mentor to complete your initial CSTP Self Assessment on your ILP. This conversation will help you recognize areas of strengths and determine ILP goals
Innovation Awards: The foundation is now accepting applications for the Dr. Mike Caston Innovation Awards. Applications are due by Friday, October 27th. Here is the link for you to explore. The foundation is looking forward to funding innovative teacher projects.
Communication is Key —You should discuss expected behaviors with your students...especially if you are working with the elementary Wheel teachers. Also, if you need to communicate with the Wheel teachers you should send them an email, as they will be turning over the classes quickly and there may not be time to discuss behaviors etc. Teachers should be understanding of the kinks being worked out with the Wheel program as challenges may come up along the way. Be sure to check out PBIS World.
Mentor Moment:
A student may need to "hit the pause button" for various reasons. They might feel overwhelmed, have sensory needs, need quiet time away, etc. The goal is for the student to have a break, but it is also important to help the student assimilate back to the group when ready. Here is a list of items to keep at an alternative desk area; you can also use it as reward:
Wiggle cushion (Ask the office manager about purchasing one for your classroom. Usually there is someone in the room that has an IEP or a need for this item.)
Weighted lap pad
Squishy ball
Velcro on the desk. (Put the velcro on a spot the student can rub for sensory. It may soothe, but it is not very distracting for others!)
Books (SEL books on Emotions and Culturally Responsive books can be two of the genres)
Earbuds (for noise sensitivity)
Paper and writing materials
Whiteboard/with pen and eraser
Play dough or kinetic sand
Timer (This is for giving specific amounts of time so students can get back to the group after a set time. You may or may not use this depending on the situation, but this is a good visual strategy for some students.)
Some teachers and students like fidgets, but this may depend on school policy and or your philosophy but they can be added in also.
Need some Classroom Management ideas? Check out Rick Morris - New Management.
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EUSD will be offering a virtual Conscious Classroom Management workshop for TK-8th grade teachers on September 9th. We have received great reviews from both new and experienced teachers that have attended this workshop in the past. The 3 hour workshop will be offered from 8:00 to 11:00. Teachers will be paid three hours of extra hour pay for attending. Participants in the workshop will learn:
* How to see the best in your toughest students
* How to teach and reinforce procedures that maximize focus
* How to de-escalate volatile situations with oppositional students
* How to make visible the invisible elements of effective classroom management
The virtual workshop session is being offered :
September 9, 2023 8:00- 11:00 am
Teachers will be paid extra hours to attend this course
Interested teachers should complete this survey by 12:00 pm on August 24th.
Teachers will be notified of placement in the session by August 25th and will receive a link to register for the class.
Please contact Kathleen Sorensen at ksorensen@eusd.org with questions
WEEK OF August 21-25
YEAR 1 & YEAR 2 NETs Induction
Believe in your own magic!
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Welcome to the 2023-24 School Year & congratulations on your completing your first week of school!
We hope that you are just as excited as we are about learning and working together. We truly believe that you are the most powerful factor in student achievement. We are here to support your growth and professional development so that you can be your best! ~ The NETs Leadership team - Heather, Erik, Tara, Anna, Heidi, Cristie, Linda, Vanessa, and Amy.💗💗💗
Mentor Matching Letters: We sent out the NETs mentor/teacher candidate matching letter last week. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to email or call the NETs Induction Coordinator, Heather Peterson | hpeterson@eusd.org.
Make sure you calendar the Professional Learning Network (PLN) sessions. Look at the Year at a Glance for the dates: Year in Review Year 1 | Year in Review Year 2. Also visit the EUSD PD Choice Board.
IMPORTANT Dates: Be sure to calendar your orientation now!
Here is a link to the calendar for the year. You can subscribe to it by scrolling down and clicking on the + button at the bottom.
Mandatory —Year 1 Orientation on Wednesday, August 23 (3:30-5:30) - CGEC/District Office | Bring your EUSD charged laptop & iPad.
Mandatory —Year 2 Orientation Wednesday, August 30 (3:30-5:30 PM) - CGEC/District Office | Bring your EUSD charged laptop & iPad.
CTC Accreditation - April 29, 30 and May 1, 2024 - NETs candidate interviews will be held on April 29th.
Schedule your PD early | Space is limited for some sessions — Visit the EUSD Professional Development | Choice Board for dates and links. You might want to bookmark this resource.
NETs Teacher Candidate Weekly Logs: Begin your logs the first Friday after your orientation.
The following links are resources for the year:
Calendar for the year. You can subscribe to it by scrolling down and clicking on the + button at the bottom.
Did you know? You can find EUSD on Facebook at @EscondidoUSD and Twitter at @EUSD.
Follow us: Instagram NETs_Induction_EUSD
Early Completion Option—NETs Induction offers an Early Completion Option (ECO). Check out this link to see if you qualify.
Please complete this “needs survey” so we better meet your needs.
Here is a link to the EUSD Teacher page. Be sure to check out the Teacher Resources. Also, be sure to check out the Cult of Pedagogy for some excellent blogs, podcasts, and resources to help you hone your craft.
If you haven't done so already, we would highly recommend that you put a professional picture on your gmail account and also put a professional signature. I have seen some really cool and creative Canva email signatures lately that you might explore.
*If you would like to know more about NETs Induction, here is a newsletter with information and the EUSD NETs Induction website.
Important note regarding additional credential requirements: EUSD’s NETs Induction program must have sufficient evidence to grant satisfactory growth in the CSTP and completion of the NETs Induction program requirements as identified during each year of NETs Induction. Failure to complete all induction and additional credential requirements could result in receiving a Notification of Non-Completion Status. On-going communication and evidence of your progress will be imperative for a Year 2 letter of completion and a recommendation for a clear credential.
Classroom Management Supports
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Classroom Procedures & Routines
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Weekly Log 2023.mp4