teacher development planning summit june 14 th, 2004 chamberlain, sd
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EveryTeacher Grant
• Statewide Teacher Quality Grant funded by the U.S. Department of Education.
• Grant Awardee: SD Department of Education.
• Primary Partner: SD Board of Regents.
• Grant Period: October 1, 2002 – September 30, 2005.
• Goal: Establish a statewide system for developing the capacity of South Dakota’s teaching force.
EveryTeacher Grant
• Theory of Action– Paraprofessionals gain the knowledge
and skills associated with “highly qualified” personnel.
• Parapro Exam Preparation
• STEP Academy for Paraprofessionals
• Para Course Award
– Teacher preparation students require basic content knowledge and teaching skills through a baccaluareate program aligned with state and national standards and assessments.
• STEP Tool Implementation
• Course Revisions
• Praxis
EveryTeacher Grant
• Theory of Action– First year teachers are supported
through new teacher induction program and alternative certification teachers are supported through mentoring to encourage growth.
• New Teacher Induction Program
• Alternative Certification Mentor Program
– Teacher engages in professional development addressing content knowledge and pedagogy for their continued professional growth.
• Curriculum Mapping
• Coursework
• PD Opportunities Identified by TDPT
EveryTeacher Grant
• Theory of Action– Experienced teachers pursue candidacy
for National Board Certification to enhance their qualifications and competency.
• Recruitment of Candidates
• Coursework for Candidates
• National Board Mentoring Program
– Teacher leaders (National Board Certified Teachers) engage in roles that support other educators and the field of education.
• Mentor Opportunities for NBCT’s
• NBCT’s Involved with TDPT or Other Leadership Activities
EveryTeacher Grant
Theory of Action – Umbrella
Objective 5: To establish a consortium for leading the advancement of quality teaching and learning relative to the five core propositions of the NBPTS.
Objective 6: To inform policymakers and other constituent groups of the development of teacher quality initiatives.
Rationale for Connecting EveryTeacher and MAPLE Efforts
• Takes advantage of a statewide alliance already supportive and invested in the goal of the EveryTeacher grant.
• Responds collaboratively to Objectives 5 & 6 of the EveryTeacher grant without duplication.
• Affords EveryTeacher and MAPLE the opportunity to maximize resources for meeting a shared goal.
• Strengthens K-20 relationships among partners involved in teacher preparation and development.
The Teacher Development Planning
Team (TDPT)
• It is the role/purpose of the TDPT to:
– Offer input and feedback to the MAPLE Principal Partner Board regarding teacher preparation and professional development for SD’s teaching force.
– With the support of the MAPLE Principal Partner Board, plan and implement professional development activities that support the goals of the grant and foster collaboration.
– Serve as champions of the EveryTeacher activities and the improvement of teacher quality in SD.
Role/Purpose
The Teacher Development Planning
Team (TDPT)
• Tammy Bauck - DOE• Mary Engstrom - USD• Art Fisher – OLC• Dorothy Fuller – BHSU• Joe Hauge - EveryTeacher Grant• Margo Heinert - Shannon Co School District• Bob Kiner - Augustana College• Cynthia Nelson - Sioux Falls School District• Vicki Sterling - DSU• Jeff Tveit - Chamberlain School District• Mary Williams - Wall School District• Janet Wilson - SDEA
Membership
The Teacher Development Planning
Team (TDPT)
• Identified Priorities:
– Develop Teacher Development Model.
– Conduct Summer Teacher Development Planning Summit.
– Plan and Implement Professional Development Activities 2004-2005.
First Meeting – February 20, 2004