Teachers demonstrate limitless game changing strategies each day. Examples include the way they make learning engaging, are tuned in to student needs, continuously improve through professional learning, and bridge learning for parents. This year, the Title I Conference will provide additional strategies and resources teachers can use to enhance their “Game Changing” strategies.
There are five main components that support strong readers. In K-5 ELA, these components are integrated throughout the literacy block. Learn what these components are, how they work together, and how you can incorporate them seamlessly within your own classroom.
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This training will review the science of reading and how it applies to the secondary ELA classroom. You will learn more about how to authentically integrate phonemic awareness, phonics, reading fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension on a regular basis.
Supporting our 6-12 ELL Students in Literacy With the number of ELL students growing on a consistent basis, it’s important to understand how to best support our ELLs in a traditional secondary ELA course. This training will help you identify strategies and supports to use with your entire class to ensure that every student is receiving quality instruction.
Students have teachers to guide and educate them. Who do parents have? Attend this course to learn more about DCPS' Parent Academy as a resource to serve, support and empower parents and caregivers so they are better able to support their child(ren).
This session will provide guidance on the ADA and Title IX. Participants will understand who ADA applies to and how ADA interactive processes can support employees by providing assistance to obtain accommodations. In addition, the Title IX presentation will highlight "The Three R's" - Regulations, Responsibilities, and Rights! Session attendees will be enlightened, equipped, and empowered to promote an equitable environment. Join this information-packed session for the "Tips & Tea" on the ADA and Title IX.
Research has shown that LGBTQ+ individuals experience poorer health outcomes when compared to their heterosexual counterparts. For many, working to create inclusive and supportive systems for our LGBTQ+ students start with understanding their complex and diverse needs and experiences. The training introduces individuals to key concepts and terminology pertaining to the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, etc. (LGBTQ+) community, in order to promote greater understanding and awareness. Participants who attend and complete this session will receive an "All in for All Students" badge.
