Ashley Ide | Assistant Superintendent for Instruction & Student Services
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Utilize our Instructional Toolbox for Teachers and Paraprofessionals to fine-tune your craft and increase effectiveness.
Utilize our Instructional Toolbox for Teachers and Paraprofessionals to fine-tune your craft and increase effectiveness.
Instructional Pedagogy
Instructional Pedagogy
Strong instructional pedagogy is the foundation of effective teaching and learning. By continuously refining strategies for engagement, differentiation, and lesson design, educators ensure that every student has access to high-quality, equitable instruction. This section provides practical strategies and examples to enhance teaching practice and support deeper student understanding.
Graphic Organizers (video and article) helps students organize thoughts and information you are providing to them.
Guided Notes (video and article) preparing outlines and handouts to accompany lectures or capture learned information, guided notes can help student focus on what is important and provides accurate notes for them to study later.
Inside/Outside Circles (video and article) technique allows for peer conversations that can be easily monitored by the teacher
Two Stray, One Stay (video and article) strategy has students move and allows for re-teaching moments while answering questions and processing information
Student Relationships & Behavior Support
Student Relationships & Behavior Support
Positive relationships are at the heart of successful classrooms. When students feel seen, valued, and supported, they are more likely to engage, take risks, and achieve. This section focuses on strategies to build trust, support social-emotional learning, and reinforce positive behaviors that foster a respectful, inclusive learning environment.
How to Help Elementary Students Self-Regulate (video and article)
4 Ways to Cultivate Positive Relationships with Challenging Students (video)
Affirmations (video and article) for creating a positive and supportive atmosphere
Mystery Motivator (video and article) for creating a reward system that delivers one mystery reward for desired behaviors
Tell Me Something Good (video and article) for sharing out positive aspects of life for students to build connections and have a voice
Using Body Language to Build Positive Relationships with Students (video)
Classroom Environment & Routines (Learning Space Design)
Classroom Environment & Routines (Learning Space Design)
A well-organized, intentionally designed classroom environment sets the stage for success. Clear routines, efficient procedures, and thoughtful use of space promote independence, minimize disruptions, and create a calm, productive atmosphere. This section highlights practical ways to design learning spaces and routines that maximize engagement and learning time.
10 Classroom Management Tips in 10 Minutes (video)
Entry Ticket (video and article) also called a bell ringer, warm-up, "do now")
Turn & Talk Strategy (video and article)
Back & Forth (video and article) similar to Turn & Talk, students share their thoughts on a topic, specifically to explain and/or re-teach.
Top 10 Essential Classroom Management Strategies for ESL Teachers – Includes routines, physical layout, non-verbal cues
Teaching Procedures (video and article) for teaching, practicing, and reinforcing classroom procedures with students
Assessments, Grading, and Standardized Testing
Assessment drives instruction and provides critical insights into student learning. Fair, consistent, and purposeful grading practices help educators measure progress, adjust instruction, and communicate achievement effectively. This section includes strategies and examples to make assessments more meaningful and grading more equitable and transparent.
3-2-1 Strategy (video) for students to capture their comprehension, summarize learning, and provide a glimpse for you on student progress.
Exit Ticket (video and article) for students to show what they have learned and to quickly gauge if they are ready to move on
Triangle-Square-Circle (video and article) to quickly assess student progress while encouraging self-reflection for students
Nothing Ventured (video and article) a review game for students
7 Grading Tips for Teachers (article)
Classroom Assessment Techniques (article)
8 Essential Principles for Improving Grading (advanced article)
Division Documents
Special Education | 504 | Processes & Procedures
Special Education | 504 | Processes & Procedures
Understanding special education and 504 processes is essential for meeting the diverse needs of all learners. Knowledge of accommodations, modifications, and legal requirements ensures compliance and promotes student success. This section offers resources to guide teachers and paraprofessionals in supporting students with individualized plans and inclusive practices.
Frequently Used Documents
Collaboration & Communication
Collaboration & Communication
Collaboration strengthens professional practice and ensures a unified approach to student success. Open, respectful communication among colleagues, families, and students builds trust and enhances outcomes. This section provides tools to foster effective teamwork, streamline communication, and cultivate a culture of shared responsibility.
Parent-Teacher Communication Guidelines (from Division Communication Plan, pg 17)
What are Professional Learning Communities? (article)
Benefits of an Active Professional Learning Community (article)
Creating Effective Professional Learning Communities (article)
English Learners Education
English Learners Education
Supporting English Language Learners requires intentional planning, scaffolding, and culturally responsive teaching. When educators implement strategies that make content accessible and language-rich, ELL students thrive academically and socially. This section features tools and videos to help teachers create inclusive environments that honor linguistic diversity and promote language development.
Top 10 Essential Classroom Management Strategies for ESL Teachers – Includes routines, physical layout, non-verbal cues
Teaching Basics 101: English Language Learners (video)
Tailoring Instruction to Support ELL's (video)
Download WIDA- ELD Standards Framework
Subscribe to the VDOE English Learner Newsletter
Educator EL Monthly Conversations from 4pm-5pm on the third Tuesday each month- Register from the Zoom Link.
A Collection of Links for Learning & Teaching the English Language: https://www.teachthought.com/pedagogy/teaching-the-english-language/
National Education Association Resources for English Language Learners: https://www.nea.org/weta/resources-for-english-language-learners
EDUTOPIA Helpful Online Resources for Teaching ELLs: https://www.edutopia.org/article/helpful-online-resources-teaching-ells
ELL Education: Interactive Websites for Learning: https://researchguides.library.wisc.edu/c.php?g=177873&p=1169756
STEM Scopes Blog Resources for Teaching ELL Students in the Classroom: https://blog.stemscopes.com/5-resources-for-teaching-ell-students-in-the-classroom
100+ Resources for ELL Students, Teachers & Parents: https://www.publicservicedegrees.org/resources/esl-ell-student-parent-teacher-resources/
Digital Resources for EL Students: https://www.newamerica.org/education-policy/edcentral/digital-resources-el-students/
EL for Content Teachers VDOE Zoom Webinar
EL for Content Area Teachers VDOE Site
Join the VDOE Canvas Courses for self-paced learning on EL instruction in the general classroom and for gaining additional resources! Educators can self enroll by selecting Virtual Virginia Professional Learning and creating a login)
Instructional Technology Team
Instructional Technology Team
Instructional Technology Resource Teachers (ITRT) assist users in the day‐to‐day implementation of technology by providing professional development to faculty and staff and directly working aside teachers to implement rich, technology infused lessons. Support examples include:
PowerTeacher, Google Apps for Education, Online Testing /Assessments Platforms, Instructional Technology, SOL alignment, Technology Professional Development, Computer Science and Technology SOL integration
Marian King, Data System Specialist
Produce ad hoc reporting and organizing recurring electronic state and federal student data reporting.
Administrator for the district PowerSchool Student Information System (SIS).
Provide account creation uploads for various software applications and digital textbooks
Jennifer Cannella, Instructional Technology & Curriculum Administrator
Supervises ITRT's
LMS Administrator (Canvas)
Oversees selection, purchasing, and implementation of instructional technology applications
Instructional technology liaison to student services and information technology
Assists in management and training for Powereacher Pro
Instructional Technology Resource Teachers (ITRT)
Your ITRTs are ready to jump in at a moments notice to help you with productivity tools and technology infused instruction. Call or email your ITRT for help!
Pam Robnett, PHS & PPS (ext. 4121)
Allison Croll, PMS & PES (ext. 3121)
Alystra Barefoot, PES & PPS (est. 2127)
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