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Welcome to our KK Complex Equity Committee. Feedback is welcome and appreciated! Contact: Kathleen.O'Dell@k12.hi.us
“The measure of society is found in how we treat the weakest and most helpless citizens. ”
“The measure of society is found in how we treat the weakest and most helpless citizens. ”
Jimmy Carter
Join the Conversation: #InclusionStartsWithI
Join the Conversation: #InclusionStartsWithI
FAMILY ENGAGEMENT
FAMILY ENGAGEMENT
Go to our Parenting During a Pandemic Family Engagement Family Webinar Series webpage for links to registrations, recorded events, and resources.
Go to our Parenting During a Pandemic Family Engagement Family Webinar Series webpage for links to registrations, recorded events, and resources.
Your virtual classroom can foster a sense of community by including items that represent both your and your students’ backgrounds.
Japanese American incarceration stories are American stories that need to be told.
It’s time to recognize and stop the pattern.
This rigorous, standards-aligned narrative unit combines classic literature and contemporary social issues.
By using culturally inclusive texts to spark conversation, teachers can help young learners get the most out of these books.
Educators have an ethical obligation to teach accurately about Thanksgiving. Here are some online resources that can help.
One teacher explains how she turned "Thanksgiving Trivia" into an opportunity to share under-taught history with her colleagues as well as her students, regardless of the time of year.
Tribal curricula are changing educational outcomes—for both Native and non-Native students.
A New Film for Teaching the Hard History of Indigenous Slavery
A New Film for Teaching the Hard History of Indigenous Slavery
Our new classroom film, The Forgotten Slavery of Our Ancestors, offers a critical contribution to the unfolding conversation about what our children need to learn about American history. The 12-minute film for grades 6-12 introduces students to the history of Indigenous enslavement on land that is now the United States. Watch the film now and find the accompanying teaching materials here.
Understanding Attachment Theory
Understanding Attachment Theory
Whether preschool teachers are working with kids in person, remotely, or in a hybrid model, they can continue to focus on social and emotional learning.
Foundational strategies of effective early childhood education that teachers used in the classroom work well for remote learning too.
A Better Start: Teaching Literacy in ECE
A Better Start: Teaching Literacy in ECE
Early Learning Roundtable
Early Learning Roundtable
Elizabeth Park, Associate Professor and Early Childhood and Montessori Programs Director at Chaminade University, shared resources, strategies and takeaways related to supporting early learners. Recording Link: https://vimeo.com/467233062/5de09a9584
Online Resources:
Online Resources:
Babygaga - 10 Everyday Activities You Can Use To Home School Your Child
Kamehameha Schools - Kumu Digital Tools for Interactive Learning (teachers only)
Kamehameha Schools - Keiki Interactive Learning Tools (to share with families)
The following films are made possible because of the Hawaiʻi Educational Networking Consortium and are Produced by Kelsey Matsu productions, in partnership with HAIS:
Early Education: Working with Multilingual Children
Early Education: Working with Multilingual Children
Developing Executive Function Skills in Early Childhood
Developing Executive Function Skills in Early Childhood
EL Supports
EL Supports
Free Conference
Free Conference
On November 12, Seidlitz Education and Multilinguals Forward are putting on a FREE virtual conference for those working with Students with Limited or Interrupted Formal Education (SLIFE). Laura Gardner, of Immigrant Connections, will be presenting on the Refugee School Impact Program.
Webinar
Webinar
"Engaging Immigrant Families" is a recorded webinar with the National Association for Family, School, and Community Engagement. Laura Gardner of Immigrant Connections was one of the guest speakers along with a group from Hawaii's Statewide Family Engagement Center.
Major Report:
Major Report:
"Educating English Learners during the COVID-19 Pandemic: Policy Ideas for States and School Districts" is a new report from Migration Policy Institute. Not surprisingly, one of their key recommendations is strengthening parent engagement, including language access (interpretation and translation).
Instructional Resource
Instructional Resource
ICMEE at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln has created 120+ packets of K-12 content for teachers, schools, and parents to use with English Learner students! All free to download and use.
Websites
Websites
https://www.colorincolorado.org/
https://www.migrationpolicy.org/
https://www.colorincolorado.org/
https://www.pacificgatewaycenter.org/
https://www.acf.hhs.gov/orr/resource/orr-funded-programs-key-contacts
https://www.facebook.com/groups/ELFamilyEngagement
https://www.immigrantsrefugeesandschools.org/
WIDA Self-Paced Workshops for Teachers
808-536-7234
Glossaries for ELLs/MLLs Accommodations
EL Translation and Instruction Matrix
Updated HIDOE Resources for Els and their Families
MVA families can fill out this form for assistance
MVA families can fill out this form for assistance
From School House Connection:
From School House Connection:
The Littlest Things Can Make the Biggest Impact [Guest Perspective]
Seeking Communications Intern and Senior Manager for State Policy and Legal Affairs
Have you dowloaded the PURPOSITY app???
Have you dowloaded the PURPOSITY app???
HOW TO ACCESS APPS:
Download on iPhone: http://bit.ly/Purposity
Download on Android: http://bit.ly/PlayPurposity
SPIN School Reopening Infographics for the 2020-21 School Year
SPIN School Reopening Infographics for the 2020-21 School Year
7 Definitions for Learning During a Pandemic in Hawaii
Reopening Requirements for Students With Disabilities
A Checklist for a Total Distance Learning Plan
School Closure Contingency Plan Checklist
Addressing the Impact of COVID-19 on Students with Disabilities
Using Technology to Deliver Related Services
November 4 @ 7:00 pm - 7:45 pm HST
with Lani Almanza, Founder of Alaka`i Associates Wednesday, November 4 7:00-7:45pm
Register for this Event
November 7 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am HST
Dr. Amoy Hugh-Pennie, National Director of Clinical Operations for Understanding Behavior, Inc. To pre-register, contact: autismhi.org
Nā Hopena Aʻo
Nā Hopena Aʻo
An AMAZING list compiled by Kamehameha Schools of resources and opportunities to help our community.
(Many are on the Windward side)
Ohana Engagement Activities:
Ohana Engagement Activities:
E Moʻolelo Kākou
E Moʻolelo Kākou
The Office of Hawaiian Education started a running series called "E Moʻolelo Kākou", which was designed to convene teachers in virtual live face to face zoom sessions to breathe resources to life and strengthen and maintain educator positivity, gratitude and total well-being during uncertain, changing, stressful times. Aupuni Palapala and the Office of Hawaiian Education have collaborated this year to continue the important work of keeping teachers connected. We encourage you to attend every Pōʻalua (Tuesday) from 3:00 - 4:00 pm.
*** The following button labeled "Active Zoom Link" is your access to our E Moʻolelo Kākou session next week Tuesday.
Family and Community Connections
Family and Community Connections
[FINAL] Telehealth hotline poster.pdfWHC Medical-Legal Partership:
If anyone is interested in speaking and meeting with Legal Aid at the Health Center, they can call Janet((808) 265-5793) or Emil (808) 343-0046) to make an appointment. Their schedules at the Waimanalo Health Center are as follows:
Mondays from 1-4 PM: Janet
Wednesdays from 1-3:30 PM: Emil
Thursdays from 8 - 11AM: Janet
Legal Aid Intake Hotline:
As well, those interested in Legal Aid's services can also always call our intake line at (808) 536-4302. The line is open Mondays - Fridays from 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM and 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM.
Check out the new child care website from People Attentive to Children (PATCH)!
Check out the new child care website from People Attentive to Children (PATCH)!
PATCH's updated site offers an easier way to find child care and it provides information on the programs. Check it out here!
Local Food Resources:
Local Food Resources:
Help Paying Bills:
Help Paying Bills:
Assistance Program (LIHEAP) provides assistance to Hawai’i households by assisting with a one-time payment towards their utility bills.
Oahu: Visit the Honolulu Community Action Program, or call 488-6834 (Central), 847-0804 (Kalihi-Palama), 732-7755 (Leahi), 696-4261 (Leeward), 239-5754 (Windward)
From Hawaiian Electric:
Didn't receive your P-EBT card?
Didn't receive your P-EBT card?
You May Check Your Child’s Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer (P-EBT) Food Assistance Status at https://pais-pebt.dhs.hawaii.gov
You may email hi.pebt@dhs.hawaii.gov
Assistance in another language?
Assistance in another language?
If you need food assistance:
https://pais.dhs.hawaii.gov/PAIS/#!/. Just below the two yellow banners, click on your primary language.
If you need healthcare insurance, please go to https://medical.mybenefits.hawaii.gov/web/kolea/home-page. Click on your primary language in the top right corner.
Applying for Section 8 housing.
http://www.honolulu.gov/cms-dcs-menu/site-dcs-sitearticles/1338-cad-section-8.html
https://www.auw.org/keeping-your-rental
No insurance and need medications?
No insurance and need medications?
Need masks and PPE items for your family?
Need masks and PPE items for your family?
http://www.every1nehawaii.com/-stayhome
Covid-19 Help:
Covid-19 Help:
Covid-19 Resource Guide– University of Hawai’i Office of Public Health Studies
Covid-19, Hawai’i State Department of Health– Daily Updates
SEL Resources
SEL Resources
Paul Gorski
To fully support students, schools must attend to the trauma that occurs within their own institutional cultures.
Kristin Souers and Pete Hall
By building a culture of safety in schools, we can give students and educators living with trauma the resources and support they need to thrive.
Micere Keels
This school year, educators need to strengthen their use of social-emotional, social justice, and culturally responsive practices.
Nancy Frey, Douglas Fisher, and Dominique Smith
Color. Carpets. Configurations. The classroom can create a sense of safety, calm, and invitation to learn—if designed correctly.
Brandi Clark
By building relationships and helping students create their own “wellness tools,” teachers can foster skills for managing challenging emotions.
Sports can be a powerful way for young people to build self-regulation skills, set goals, and develop confidence—and physical activity develops brain architecture.
Finding ways to process the challenges of this year will be critical for teachers.
ASCD Resource Links:
ASCD Resource Links:
A Case Study on Conflict: Restoring Safety in Student Relationships
Teens Want Schools That Nurture Their Social and Emotional Development
Confronting Inequity/The Trauma We Don’t See by Dena Simmons
Learning Brain vs. Survival Brain
Learning Brain vs. Survival Brain
Where are your students? Where are you? How do we move from surviving to learning?
Classroom Corner:
Classroom Corner:
An instructional coach and math teacher who developed a powerful model for student collaboration have tweaked it for the pandemic.
In this excerpt from The Math Teacher’s Toolbox, the authors, veteran high school math teachers, share research on motivation.
When students’ eyes are opened to the broad community of mathematicians, they reject stereotypes and gain confidence in their own abilities.
Through this approach, which focuses on students’ strengths, teachers can plan instruction that promotes a growth mindset.
In planning project-based learning units, teachers can maximize students’ time together by focusing on collaboration and feedback.
These easy-to-implement strategies can make science, technology, engineering, and math lessons come alive for elementary students.
The psychologist, researcher, and MacArthur Fellow Angela Duckworth believes that to make better decisions in our school systems, we need to rethink the way we measure student capabilities.
Teacher-made videos that encourage interaction and engagement are an effective way to support student learning—and they aren’t hard to create.
Teachers are learning a lot this year, and keeping a portfolio will help when it’s time to reflect on that learning.
Weekly themes like Chef Week make school fun while giving students a way to connect all the things they’re learning.
In distance learning, teachers can adapt many of the strategies they would use in the classroom to promote reading skills.
It can be a challenge to engage students when they’re at school only a few days a week—station rotations and flipping the classroom can help.
What do highly effective teachers do in online classrooms? We combed through dozens of studies to find the best research-backed ideas.
Popular devices and software come equipped with text-to-speech and other supports that lower barriers to learning.
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