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August 2016
August 2016
volume 1, issue 1
volume 1, issue 1
by Michael Beckwith, Instructional Coach
Hello again team and welcome to KIBBLE! Every Bulldog needs sustenance. It is my hope these updates help you thrive. In this issue, I want to formally introduce myself and share what it is that I do for our community as Instructional Coach.
For those of you that do not know, I am Michael Beckwith and this will be my second year as a member of the Bulldog family. Overall, this is my twelfth year teaching in the articulation area having spent ten years at Arvada Middle/K-8. Before I came to the realm of education, I spent time as a test engineer and as a Senior Airman in the United States Air Force. Lastly, as a Colorado NATIVE, I graduated from Arvada West. I am a proud and loyal Arvada guy!
Finally, I would like to welcome you back from summer vacation. I hope break was grand and full of fun and rest. I love the vibe I’m feeling as we begin our journey this year. Please seek me out if you have any questions. Have a great week!
by Michael Beckwith, Instructional Coach
This year I am excited to be taking on the position of Instructional Coach. In this capacity, I wear several hats. This is how I support our community:
- Partnering with you to design learning that is based on a specific set of learning targets. This can include the incorporation of co-teaching and/or implementation of PBL opportunities depending on your desire.
- Supporting you as we continue our PLC work and begin the shift to a PBL environment. I can also provide assistance if you have any questions or want help when using the Educator Evaluation Rubric to grow in your profession. It is important to remember that I am not an evaluator and do not act in that capacity. Topics we discuss concerning evaluation are kept in confidence.
- Providing support and resources to meet your needs. I can help to access information, technology and curricular programs that you require.
- Facilitating communication and partnership between the Algebra I PLC and the Learning Lab as Ms. Anderson launches this tier two intervention.
- Assisting colleagues transitioning to Arvada or those just beginning their journey as an educator.
Occasionally I will send information concerning opportunities I come across. I will try to be specific to your area needs. This time I have two items to share with you:
PBL Summit
PBL Summit
If you do not have a required meeting Monday and Mr. Sampson and Euler sparked an interest in the PBL process, Jeffco is conducting an Applied Imagination Summit Monday (August 15th) at the Ed Center from 1 to 4 o’clock. You can register for the summit with ESS code: DCTEAI. This is a great opportunity to talk with those who have experimented with PBL units and bounce ideas around with like minded educators from across the district.
Curriculum Feedback
Curriculum Feedback
Big changes to C-CAP are on the horizon. The office in charge of the revamp would love your input on what works and, more importantly, what doesn’t work with your current C-CAP document. Don’t miss this opportunity to make your voice heard as they conduct this work. The link to share your thoughts is here: Feedback on Jeffco’s Curriculum.
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