PowerPoint Presentation

Dr. Cory J. Steiner, Data StewardJane Hovda, PowerSchool ManagerNew Town Public SchoolsSEED Project Training Day #3Making DecisionsThe Right WayMotivation from the Kid Presidenthttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l-gQLqv9f4o

Objectives Identify key themes from previous training and how they relate to current/future training.Identify key trigger events for identifying green, yellow, and red students via triangulation.Engage and utilize practical strategies for developing at-risk seating charts.Increase proficiency in navigating the SLDS (District School Roster & Student Directory).Collaborate with peers on current and best practices for utilizing data.Identify steps for data process.

Agenda Part IReinforcing Day #2Part IISLDS Exploration ActivityPart IIIIdentifying Green, Yellow, and Red Students (triangulation)Part IVRubber Meets the RoadPart VConclusion

Establishing NormsMeeting Norms for New Town Public Schools1. Stay engaged2. Listen respectfully (respect others opinions)3. Positive attitude4. Begin and end meetings on timeLaunching a Data TeamWhat will the data team do?Data Team Goals/Objectives1. Direct curriculum choices/decisions2. Decide where to go next; set a path for the future3. Organizing the data 4. Leaders in their respective buildings (the model)5. Collect, analyze, and understand the dataLaunching a Data TeamWhat roles must the data team utilize to accomplish goals?Data Team Roles & Responsibilities1. Facilitator/task-manager2. Communicator3. Hold and maintain the data; technology guru4. Accountabilityholds people to their responsibilities 5. Support EVERYONE!!Part ICulture Divide the article into equal sectionsRead your section of the article Positive or NegativeShare your section with the groupDiscuss article

9Collaboration ResourcesTeam Analysis of Common Assessment Data Team Process SheetPLC Cycle Notes

Utilize the 3R StrategyReviewRipRevise Data Walls ActivityGET FOURWhy utilize data walls?

Data WallsSteps to building data walls:Write predictions on a sheet of chart paperPost predictionsPost a large graph or chart of data the organization is processingRecord observations from the graph or chart and record on chart paper

Data Walls ActivityFor examples, go to www.ndseed.k12.nd.usGeneral Resources Part IISLDS Exploration Activityhttps://slds.ndcloud.gov District SnapshotSelect District and Click ApplyWhat information is located on the overview page?What information is located in the enrollment dashboard? What information is located in the academic dashboard? School SnapshotSelect School and Click ApplyWhat information is located on the overview page?What information is located in the enrollment dashboard? What information is located in the academic dashboard? School SnapshotClick for Roster and Select a TeacherWhat information is located in the enrollment dashboard? What information is located in the academic dashboard?School SnapshotClick for Roster on Selected Teacher (District Roster Report)What do E, L, M, and D represent?What student has the highest percentage of missed classes in the last four weeks?What student has the most grades below a C?What student has the highest percentage of grades failing or down 10%?What do the various colors for assessments represent?Change the assessment (parameters) and click apply to see other data.What do the arrows representStudent Directory Student Directory (student section)What information is located on the overview page?What information is located in the academic dashboard?What information is located on the following pages?AttendanceAssessmentGrades and CreditsCollege and Career ReadinessExportingExportingClick on actions (upper left hand side of screen)Click on exportClick on ExcelOpen and/or save (know where your download goes)

Part IIIIdentifying Green, Yellow, and Red Light Students (Triangulation)Student Directory ReportPurpose: Displays student proficiency details selectable by school year, grade, school, proficiency level, and student demographics

Student Directory: Triggers and/or Conversation StartersThe report contains:Class schedule GradesAssessment scoresProgram informationAttendanceCollege and career readinessTranscripts

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Triggers Activity Triggers and/or Conversation StartersClass ScheduleGradesAssessment ScoresCollege & Career Readiness

Triggers Activity Triggers and/or Conversation StartersProgram InformationAttendanceTranscriptsOtherSpreadsheet ActivityReview spreadsheet:1. Determine headings for the spreadsheet.What do you keep?What do you add?2. Define your headings. Be specific3. Determine legend items.4. Assign ranking Low numberless at risk; high numberat riskExample for NDSA:Advanced-0Proficient-1Partially Proficient-2Novice-3

Part IVAt-Risk SeatingThe Fundamental FiveFrame the lessonTeach in the power zonePraise and encouragementCritical writingSmall group purposeful talk5 behaviors that all teachers should display in the classroom.32What is the Power Zone?Teach or monitor in close proximity to:One studentSmall group of studentsEntire classroom full of studentsIncreases effectiveness of other teaching practicesClassroom space is about learning and not about teachingCain, S. & Laird, M. (2011). The Fundamental Five: The Formula for Quality Instruction33Why the Power Zone?Improve Teaching and Maximize Student LearningMonitor understandingAnswer questionsDifferentiate as neededImmediate feedbackManage transitions Two Minute Problem

Cain, S. & Laird, M. (2011). The Fundamental Five: The Formula for Quality InstructionReasons to teach in the power zoneMonitor understandingAddress problem behavior directly and immediatelyAnswer questionsCommunicate with all studentsManage transitionsMaximize student learningShow a genuine interest in your studentsMake a personal connection with the studentPromote equitable learning for all students

34Power Zone ActivityDraw what a classroom set up might look like when it is designThings to Consider:Can you get anywhere at any time without interrupting teaching and learning?Get there without verbal interactionStand next to any student (front, side, and behind)Engage in non-teaching tasks without interrupting student learningReasons to teach in the power zoneMonitor understandingAddress problem behavior directly and immediatelyAnswer questionsCommunicate with all studentsManage transitionsMaximize student learningShow a genuine interest in your studentsMake a personal connection with the studentPromote equitable learning for all students

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Other Strategies2 x 10

Part VINext StepsReview examples of assignments (website)Post-survey (May)Submit final drafts of assignments to Cory.Steiner@k12.nd.us Due final week of MayComplete feedback survey on Day #3Complete feedback survey on SEED training Exit SlipWhat worked well?What would you change?

Final ThoughtsHave a genuine appreciation for the effort and commitment that everyone makes because together, we shall succeed.

Casey Bradley, Jacksonville Jaguars Head Coach43Questions? Dr. Cory J SteinerE-mail: Cory.Steiner@k12.nd.us E-mail: Jane.Hovda@k12.nd.us Twitter: @nddatastewardBlog: http://blogs.edutech.nodak.edu/corysteiner/Phone: 701-893-5087