Come learn how Learning Genie can simplify your evidence collection and better guide your instruction! Learn how to sort through your observations by DRDP measure, where to find ratings from a previous rating period to create small groups for instruction, how to check the number of observations for each student at a glance, and more. If you are ready to expand your knowledge of Learning Genie beyond taking notes for one student and one measure at time, then this session is for you!
Take a peek into “The Powerful Role of Play in Early Education” (CDE 2021) and learn how to implement best practices into your early childhood classroom. Learn more about the Play-Based Learning Continuum and look at concrete examples (and lesson plans) that will help you set up dramatic play in your classroom (connected to standards).
Who is ready to create a visual resource that will hold students accountable for speaking academically? Join me in creating a language function wall and how to use it daily with all curriculum!
Are you tired of students forgetting what you just taught them in the prior day's lesson? Do you wonder what the missing piece is to students understanding the concepts they’ve learned? Then this session is for YOU! Join me for an exploration of how to effectively build deep conceptual understanding in your math lesson. We'll move beyond 'filling in the workbook' and explore strategies that empower students to truly grasp mathematical ideas, leading to more confident and successful learners. Unlock the Power of the "Spark": Discover how to strategically leverage the often-overlooked "Spark" section of your math lesson to ignite curiosity, activate prior knowledge, and set the stage for meaningful learning. We'll explore how to make this crucial part of your lesson a powerful tool for building conceptual foundations.
In this session, Jamaine will explore how educators can move beyond merely surviving the demands of the profession and step into a place of fulfillment and and sustainability.Through his C.A.R.E framework, Jamaine will provide practical strategies for managing stress and prioritizing well-being while still excelling in the classroom.
