Atlantic Community School District 2008-2009 Professional Development Plans (6/24/08)

Goals
Increase reading achievement for all students with a focus on narrowing the gap between subgroups: IEP and non-IEP and SES and non-SES through
At-risk 1. Implementing a comprehensive counseling and guidance delivery system. 2. Integrating a Learning Supports System district-wide.
Fine Arts 1.
LAR 1. Implementing the reading/writing workshop model based on Strategies for Writers curriculum. 2. Utilizing and incorporating new resources to further improve teaching strategies in reading to affect student learning.
Math 1. Differentiating in math through integrating technology. 2. Writing as a formative assessment. 3. Implementing questioning strategies.
PE/Health 1. Improving P.E. /Health curriculum K-12 through curriculum review and modification and vertical articulation. 2. Researching successful programs.
Science 1. Participating in activities that will develop techniques/skills/processes to improve science instruction and achievement.
Social Studies 1. Modifying and realigning social studies standards, benchmarks, and checkpoints with NCSS and Iowa Core. 2. Studying and incorporating differentiation strategies into social studies curriculum.
SPED 1. Meeting the State Performance Plan targets for all students on IEP’s.
Vocational 1. Integrating technology to differentiate instruction. 2. Reviewing and updating curriculum.
Washington 1. Implementing building-wide structured school improvement using the IPDM 2. Improving reading comprehension across all sub-groups through research-based instruction strategies building-wide.
Commit tee Date Actions How will activity be accomplished? Who will be responsible for the activity? Necessary resources (time & materials—i.e. substitutes) Target date for completion ? What evidence will indicate completion?
At-risk 9/10/08 Infuse guidance curriculum into current curriculum based on grade level needs using ASCA standards. HS-English classes. PT MS-Careers or own Schuler-scheduled in day K-3_scheduled in day Building counselors in cooperation with classroom teachers Iowa School Counseling “A Program Framework” “One Vision, One Voice.” June 1, 2009 Infusion of ASCA standards into guidance curriculum
At-risk 9/24/08 Learn inclusion strategies for IEP students in regular education settings and training to meet accommodations. SPED teachers will collaborate with general education teachers in instruction and training in meeting accommodations. AEA staff SPED and all general education teachers AEA Judy Kay and Carla Knutson SPED teachers (district) 5/30/09 General education and SPED teachers implementing inclusion strategies in the classroom throughout the year.
At-risk 9/30/08 Counselors AEA 13 and AEA 14

Atlantic Community School District 2008-2009 Professional Development Plans (6/24/08)

At-risk 10/22/08 Focus on ASCA Standards focusing on “Foundation” Use “one Vision, One Voice” materials to address “Foundation” infusion. Building Counselors Iowa School Counseling “A Program Framework” “One Vision, One Voice.” June 1, 2009 Infusion of ASCA “Foundation” standards into guidance curriculum
At-risk 10/27/08 Counselors AEA 13 and AEA 14
At-risk 11/19/08 Focus on ASCA Standards focusing on “Foundation” Use “one Vision, One Voice” materials to address “Foundation” infusion. Building Counselors Iowa School Counseling “A Program Framework” “One Vision, One Voice.” June 1, 2009 Infusion of ASCA “Foundation” standards into guidance curriculum
At-risk 12/10/08 Focus on ASCA Standards focusing on “Delivery Systems.” Use “one Vision, One Voice” materials to address “Delivery Systems” infusion. Building Counselors Iowa School Counseling “A Program Framework” “One Vision, One Voice.” June 1, 2009 Infusion of ASCA “Delivery System” standards into guidance curriculum
At-risk 1/28/09 Continuation of 9/24/08 professional development in inclusion strategies for IEP students. SPED teachers will collaborate with general education teachers in instruction and training in meeting accommodations. SPED and general education teachers by subject area groups and buildings. AEA Judy Kay and Carla Knutson SPED teachers (district) 5/30/09 General education teachers and SPED teachers document implementation strategies through lesson plans.
At-risk 2/11/09 Focus on ASCA Standards focusing on “Delivery Systems.” Use “one Vision, One Voice” materials to address “Delivery Systems” infusion Building Counselors Iowa School Counseling “A Program Framework” “One Vision, One Voice.” June 1, 2009 Infusion of ASCA “Delivery System” standards into guidance curriculum
At-risk 2/25/09 Learning supports integration and development Consideration of infusion possibilities into building programs. Counselors through collaboration with Learning Supports team members AEA Learning Supports staff Learning Supports Resource Team representatives On going Incorporation of Learning Supports systems
At-risk 3/11/09 Brainstorm suggestions for 2009-2010 PD Action Plans based on data. focusing on “Management Systems.” Use “one Vision, One Voice” materials to address “Management Systems” infusion. Building Counselors Iowa School Counseling “A Program Framework” “One Vision, One Voice.” June 1, 2009 Infusion of ASCA “Management Systems” standards into guidance curriculum
At-risk 3/26/09 Counselors AEA 13 and AEA 14
At-risk 4/15/09 Focus on ASCA Standards focusing on “Management Systems.” Use “one Vision, One Voice” materials to address “Management Systems” infusion. Building Counselors Iowa School Counseling “A Program Framework” “One Vision, One Voice.” June 1, 2009 Infusion of ASCA “Management Systems” standards into guidance curriculum

Atlantic Community School District 2008-2009 Professional Development Plans (6/24/08)

At-risk 4/29/09 Learning supports integration and development Consideration of infusion possibilities into building programs. Counselors through collaboration with Learning Supports team members AEA Learning Supports Staff On going Incorporation of Learning Supports systems
At-risk 5/6/09 Focus on ASCA Standards focusing on “Accountability.” Use “one Vision, One Voice” materials to address “Accountability” infusion. Building Counselors Iowa School Counseling “A Program Framework” “One Vision, One Voice.” June 1, 2009 Infusion of ASCA “Accountability” standards into guidance curriculum
At-risk 5/19/09 Counselors AEA 13 and AEA 14
At-risk 5/20/09 Focus on ASCA Standards focusing on “Accountability.” Use “one Vision, One Voice” materials to address “Accountability” infusion. Building Counselors Iowa School Counseling “A Program Framework” “One Vision, One Voice.” June 1, 2009 Infusion of ASCA “Accountability” standards into guidance curriculum
Fine Arts 5/20/09 Curriculum / Textbook reform Look at curriculum and current textbooks (or lack of) Newell.Weiderien 2/25/09 New SBC / Maps & textbook proposal
Fine Arts 9/10/08 Review SBC’s / Maps Departmental discussion _____ / Weiderien computers 9/24/08 New maps / SBC
Fine Arts 9/24/08 Learn inclusion strategies for IEP students in regular education settings and training to meet accommodations. SPED teachers will collaborate with general education teachers in instruction and training in meeting accommodations. AEA staff SPED and all general education teachers AEA Judy Kay and Carla Knutson SPED teachers (district) 5/30/09 General education and SPED teachers implementing inclusion strategies in the classroom throughout the year.
Fine Arts 10/22/08 Technology Inservice Guest specialist ______ / Weiderien guest expert 10/22/08
Fine Arts 11/19/08 Grant Information and guests Collect forms and make contacts _____ / Weiderien computers 11/26/08 Turn in requests
Fine Arts 12/10/08 Coordinate site visit Make calls and plans ______ Vehicles / lodging 12/10/08 Site visit plans to improve performance
Fine Arts 1/28/09 Continuation of 9/24/08 professional development in inclusion strategies for IEP students. SPED teachers will collaborate with general education teachers in instruction and training in meeting accommodations. SPED and general education teachers by subject area groups and buildings. AEA Judy Kay and Carla Knutson SPED teachers (district) 5/30/09 General education teachers and SPED teachers document implementation strategies through lesson plans.
Fine Arts 2/11/09 Data collection Summarize data findings _______ Mary Paasch / computers 2/11/09 Database finished
Fine Arts 2/25/09 Coordinate recruitment / revisit SBC’s / Maps Coordinate with elementary teachers O’Donnell / Thompson 3/20/09 Recruitment Plan
Fine Arts 2/25/09 Complete a formative feedback on Professional Development to this date
Fine Arts 3/11/09 Brainstorm suggestions for 2009-2010 PD Action Plans based on data. 2009-2010 PD schedule Departmental discussion ______ 4/15/09 PD Plan
Fine Arts 4/15/09 Finalize 2009-2010 PD schedule Departmental discussion ______ 4/15/09 PD Plan

Atlantic Community School District 2008-2009 Professional Development Plans (6/24/08)

Fine Arts 4/29/08 Comprehensive Musicianship Project (CMP) (research needed) Thompson
Fine Arts 5/6/09 Comprehensive Musicianship Project (CMP) (research needed) Thompson
1a) Introduce the PD overview of a reading writing workshop 1a) Video Series (DVD): Teaching Reading (3-5), Inside Writing Communities (3-5), Write 1a) View “Creating Contexts for Learning” (4-6 reading) and “Reading Like a Writer” (4-5 writers) 1a) Teachers will familiarize themselves with the writing process and new materials.
LAR 8/19/08 model (upper elementary) 1b) Set the framework for narrative writing in the Middle (6-8) or view at http://www.learner.org 1b) Assign presenters 1) Kathi Hansen Sue Hunt “Creating a Community of Writers (6-8 writing) 1b) Link video material to Strategies 1) 8/19/08 1b) View “Teacher as Writer” and “Building a Community of Writers” (DVD or at http://www.learner.org)
for Writers (new curriculum
LAR 9/10/08 1,2) Review of student achievement data 1,2) Prepare for upcoming ITED and ITBS 1) Foster a students’ sense of self as readers and writers 2a) Learn a model for inclusion readers and accelerated readers 2b) Review/compile resources used to teach or assess reading/speeches to avoid gaps and overlaps (1,2)Look at skill/goal areas ITBS/ITED/NWEA and PLAN 1a) Video Series (DVD): Teaching Reading (35), Inside Writing Communities (3-5), Write in the Middle (68) or view at http://www.learner.org 1b) Review key vocabulary for Strategies for Writing program 1c) Model narrative writing 1d) Share implementation strategies 2a) Presentation and discussion 2b) Prepared lists to add information throughout the year 1) Kathi Hansen, Sue Hunt, Cathy Larsen 1,2) Mary Paasch (Schuler/AMS) 2) Morenz, Fredin (AHS) (1,2) Class Level notebooks Achievement data 1) View “Reasons for Writing” (4-5 writing) and “ Making Writing Meaningful” (6-8 writing) 2) AEA Lynn Hockenberry and Carma McLaren (1,2) 9/1/0/08 2a) 9/10/08 2b) 4/29/09 revisited, compiled by 5/20/09 1a) Designated presenters create and present lesson from Strategies for Writing program focusing on descriptive writing 1b) Collect evidence of implementation from previous session. 1c) View “Assessment and Accountability” and “Choosing Words Strategically” (DVD or at http://www.learner. org 2) Reflections weak areas identified-Plan for attacking weak areas created (possibly a study team)
LAR 9/12/08 Secondary Literacy AEA 13 (North 2)

Atlantic Community School District 2008-2009 Professional Development Plans (6/24/08)

General education and
SPED teachers
LAR 9/24/08 Learn inclusion strategies for IEP students in regular education settings and training to meet accommodations. SPED teachers will collaborate with general education teachers in instruction and training in meeting accommodations. AEA staff SPED and all general education teachers AEA Judy Kay and Carla Knutson SPED teachers (district) 5/30/09 implementing inclusion strategies in the classroom throughout the year. 1) View “Teaching Diverse Learners” (DVD
or at http://www.learner.org)
LAR 10/22/08 (1) Foster connections between reading and writing. (2) Set the framework for the inclusion of new resources to foster student reading, writing, 1a) Video Series (DVD): Teaching Reading (3-5), Inside Writing Communities (3-5), Write in the Middle (6-8) or view at http://www.learner.org 1b) Model descriptive writing 1c) Share implementation strategies (2) Select resource from 1) Kathi Hansen, Sue Hunt, Cathy Larsen and designated staff presenter(s) 2) Morenz with 1) View “Conversations with Student Writers” (4-5 writing) and “Responding to Writing: Teacher to Student” (6-8 writing) 1) 11/19/08 2) Ongoing 1a) Designated presenters create and present lesson from Strategies for Writing program focusing on descriptive writing 1b) View “New Literacies of the Internet” (DVD or at http://www.learner.org) 1c) Collect evidence of implementation from
and speaking. the new McDougal Literature series, Language Network series, or Best Practices Tool kit and current curriculum maps Atlas support (7, 8, AHS) (2) Computers and curriculum materials Atlas support previous session. 2) Teachers decide on resource and prepare presentation lesson for 12/10, 2/11 or 2/25 session.
LAR 10/24/08 Elementary and Secondary Literacy AEA 13 (North 2)
1a) Designated
LAR 11/19/08 1) Build a relationship between reading and writing 2) Real Colors 1) Video Series (DVD): Teaching Reading (3-5), Inside Writing Communities (3-5), Write in the Middle (6-8) or view at http://www.learner.org 1b) Model descriptive writing 1c) Share implementation strategies 2) Mary Ottmar, guest speaker 1) 1) Kathi Hansen, Sue Hunt, Cathy Larsen and designated staff presenter(s) 2) Meryl Hopper 1) View “Learning to Revise” (4-5 writing) and “Teaching the Power of Revision” (6-8 writing) 2) $20.00 per person 1) 11/19/08 2) 11/19/08 presenters create and present lesson from Strategies for Writing program focusing on expository writing 1b) 4-5 view “Writing” 6-8 view “Teaching Multigenre Writing” (DVD or at http://www.learner.org) 1c) Collect evidence of implementation from previous session. 2) Participants identify
their Real Colors

Atlantic Community School District 2008-2009 Professional Development Plans (6/24/08)

LAR 11/20/08 Elementary Literacy AEA 13 (North 2)
LAR 12/10/08 1) Demonstrate reading and writing strategies 2) Demonstrate how to integrate new materials into teaching strategies to improve reading, writing, and speaking. 1) Video Series (DVD): Teaching Reading (3-5), Inside Writing Communities (3-5), Write in the Middle (6-8) or view at http://www.learner.org 1b) Model expository writing 1c) Share implementation strategies 2) Supplemental Textbook resources and Best 1) Kathi Hansen, Sue Hunt, Cathy Larsen and designated staff presenter(s) 2) Morenz and designated staff presenters 1) View “Writing Across the Curriculum” (4-5 writing) and “Responding Peer to Peer” (6-8 writing) 2) New literature materials and resources 1) 12/10/08 2) Ongoing discussion 1a) Designated presenters create and present lesson from Strategies for Writing program focusing on expository writing 1b) View “English Language Learners” (DVD or at http://www.learner.org) 1c) Collect evidence of implementation from previous session.
Practices tool kit; Classzone.org 2b) Model and share implementation strategies 2) Presenters create and present strategy for using resources.
LAR 1/27/09 Elementary Literacy AEA 13 (North 2)
LAR 1/28/09 Continuation of 9/24/08 professional development in inclusion strategies for IEP students. SPED teachers will collaborate with general education teachers in instruction and training in meeting accommodations. SPED and general education teachers by subject area groups and buildings. AEA Judy Kay and Carla Knutson SPED teachers (district) 5/30/09 General education teachers and SPED teachers document implementation strategies through lesson plans.
LAR 2/5/09 Elementary and Secondary Literacy AEA 13 (North 2)
1) Video Series (DVD): 1a) Designated
Teaching Reading (3-5), presenters create and
Inside Writing present lesson from
Communities (3-5), Write Strategies for Writing
in the Middle (6-8) or view program focusing on
LAR 2/11/09 1) Demonstrate reading and writing strategies 2) Demonstrate how to integrate at http://www.learner.org 1b) Model expository writing 1c) Share implementation 1) Kathi Hansen, Sue Hunt, Cathy Larsen and designated staff presenter(s) 1) View “Reading Across the Curriculum” (4-5 reading) 1) 2/11/09 persuasive writing 1b) View “English Language Learners” (DVD or at http://www.learner.org)
new materials into teaching strategies to improve reading, writing, and speaking. strategies 2) Supplemental Textbook resources and Best Practices tool kit; Classzone.org 2b) Model and share implementation strategies 2) JoAnne Morenz anddesignated staffpresenters 2) New literature materials and resources 2) 5/30/09 1c) Collect evidence of implementation from previous session. 2) Presenters create and present strategy for using resources.

Atlantic Community School District 2008-2009 Professional Development Plans (6/24/08)

1a) Designated
1) Video Series (DVD): presenters create and
Teaching Reading (3-5), present lesson from
Inside Writing Strategies for Writing
Communities (3-5), Write program focusing on
LAR 2/25/09 1) Demonstrate reading and writing strategies 2) Demonstrate how to integrate new materials into teaching strategies to improve reading, writing, and speaking. in the Middle (6-8) or view at http://www.learner.org 1b) Model persuasive writing 1c) Share implementation strategies 2a) Supplemental Textbook resources and Best Practices tool kit; 1) Kathi Hansen, Sue Hunt, Cathy Larsen and designated staff presenter(s) 2) JoAnne Morenz and designated staffpresenters 1) View “Teaching Persuasive Writing” (4-8 writing) 2) New literature materials and resources 1) 2/25/09 2) 5/30/09 persuasive writing 1b) View “Fostering Book Discussions” (DVD or at http://www.learner.org) 1c) Collect evidence of implementation from previous session. 2) Presenters create
Classzone.org and present strategy for
2b) Model and share using resources.
implementation strategies 2b)Work should be
reflected in curriculum
maps
LAR 3/11/09 Outline/Create 2009-10 PD Action Plans 1) Demonstrate reading and writing strategies 2) Use student achievement data to determine the appropriate high school placement in reading and English courses 1a) Model persuasive writing 1b) Share implementation strategies 2a) Create a database to examine student data to make course recommendations for students 2b) Review previous year’s placement 1) Kathi Hansen, Sue Hunt, Cathy Larsen and designated staff presenter(s) 2) Morenz and Fredin 1) Feedback from this year’s PD 2a) ITED, ITBS, NWEA, class grades from AMS 2b) Current grades in high school reading and writing courses 1) 3/11/09 2) 3/11/09 1a) Designated presenters create and present lesson from Strategies for Writing program focusing on poetry writing 1b) compile sample writings for the end of year 2) Completed recommendations to guidance office
LAR 3/27/09 Elementary and Secondary Literacy AEA 13 (North 2)

Atlantic Community School District 2008-2009 Professional Development Plans (6/24/08)

LAR 4/15/09 1) Demonstrate reading and writing strategies 2) Evaluate goals and plan for next year’s Professional Development 1) Video Series (DVD): Teaching Reading (3-5), Inside Writing Communities (3-5), Write in the Middle (6-8) or view at http://www.learner.org 1b) Model poetry writing 1c) Share implementation strategies 2) Finalize Action Plan for next year 1) Kathi Hansen, Sue Hunt, Cathy Larsen and designated staff presenter(s) 2) Morenz and a representative from all grade levels. 1) View “Teaching Poetry” (4-8 writing) 2) Action Plan template and the district’s student achievement goal(s) 1) 4/15/09 2) 4/15/09 1a) Designated presenters create and present lesson from Strategies for Writing program focusing on poetry writing 1b) View “Cloze Reading for Understanding” (DVD or at http://www.learner.org) 1c) Collect evidence of implementation from previous session.
2) Action Plan for 09-10
LAR 4/20/09 Elementary Literacy AEA 13 (North 2)
1) Video Series (DVD):
1) Demonstrate reading and writing strategies Teaching Reading (35), Inside Writing Communities (3-5), 1a) View “Cloze Reading for Understanding” (DVD
LAR 4/29/09 1,2) Demonstrate reading and writing strategies implemented and/or researched/studied throughout the year 1,2) Revisit compiled list of resources used to teach or assess reading/speeches to avoid gaps and overlaps Write in the Middle (68) or view at http://www.learner.org 1b) Model poetry writing 1c) Share implementation strategies 2) Compile current list 1) Kathi Hansen, Sue Hunt, Cathy Larsen and designated staff presenter(s) 2) All staff 1) View “Teaching Poetry” (4-8 writing) 2) Database of Resources 1) 4/29/09 2) 5/20/09 finalize or at http://www.learner. org) 1c) Collect evidence of implementation from previous session. 2) Reflection
LAR 5/6/09 1,2) Incorporate technology into reading and writing strategies. 1a,2a) Explore Wikis, blogs, iLife suite, digital storytelling, etc. 1b,2b) Choose 2 applications for further investigation on 5/20/09 1) Kathi Hansen, Sue Hunt, Cathy Larsen and designated staff presenter(s) 2) JoAnne Morenz 1) AEA Judy Griffin Dennis Anderson 1) 5/20/09 and ongoing 1) Select a project from narrative, descriptive, expository, or persuasive writing units to enhance with technology.

Atlantic Community School District 2008-2009 Professional Development Plans (6/24/08)

LAR 5/20/09 1) Incorporate technology into reading and writing strategies. 2) Review recent achievement data for decision making 1) Begin creating project 2a) Compile a list of strengths and weaknesses 2b) Make recommendations for summer school 1) Kathi Hansen, Sue Hunt, Cathy Larsen 2) JoAnne Morenz 1) AEA Judy Griffin Dennis Anderson 2) ITED, Stanford, NWEA, class grades, etc. 1) Fall 2009 2) 5/20/09 1,2) Summative report of 08-09 Professional Development.
Math 9/10/08 Math data analysis Outline year’s PD plan Look at skill/goal areas ITBS/ITED/NWEA/ and PLAN Mary Paasch Flowchart of current math courses Current test results 9/10/08 Compile a list of prioritized skill/goal areas.
Math 9/24/08 Learn inclusion strategies for IEP students in regular education settings and training to meet accommodations. SPED teachers will collaborate with general education teachers in instruction and training in meeting accommodations. AEA staff SPED and all general education teachers AEA Judy Kay and Carla Knutson SPED teachers (district) 5/30/09 General education and SPED teachers implementing inclusion strategies in the classroom throughout the year.
Math 10/6/08 Look for inclusion strategies in K-12 Math programs Professional visit to a K-12 school Individuals will select a site and make the arrangements Transportation costs 10/6/08 Complete a summary or feedback form of the visit (provided by the district)
Math 10/22/08 Develop communication strategies to incorporate technology into math. Explore Wikis, blogs, webpages, podcasts, etc. Lisa Munsey Math committee AEA Judy Griffin Dennis Anderson Computers 11/19/08 Creation of a plan for implementation with students.
Math 10/22/08 Elementary and Secondary Math AEA 13 (North 2)
Math 11/19/08 Develop communication strategies to incorporate technology into math. Create blogs, wikis, etc. Lisa Munsey Math committee AEA Judy Griffin Dennis Anderson 12/10/08 Plan and implementation is set up and applied.
Math 12/10/08 Share communication strategies created. Collaboration time Lisa Munsey Math committee AEA Judy Griffin Dennis Anderson 12/10/08 Sharing of implementation and application of technology communication choice.
Math 12/11/08 Elementary Math AEA 13 (North 2)
Math 1/22/09 Elementary and Secondary Math AEA 13 (North 2)
Math 1/28/09 Continuation of 9/24/08 professional development in inclusion strategies for IEP students. SPED teachers will collaborate with general education teachers in instruction and training in meeting accommodations. SPED and general education teachers by subject area groups and buildings. AEA Judy Kay and Carla Knutson SPED teachers (district) 5/30/09 General education teachers and SPED teachers document implementation strategies through lesson plans.
Math 2/11/09 Identify types of formative assessment based on the IDM model AEA content provider Lisa Munsey Math committee AEA Deb Bradley, IDM model and formative assessment examples 2/11/09 Choose one new method of formative assessment and implement
Math 2/24/09 Elementary Math AEA 13 (North 2)

Atlantic Community School District 2008-2009 Professional Development Plans (6/24/08)

Math 2/25/09 Collaboration on formative assessments Group sharing Lisa Munsey Math committee AEA Deb Bradley 3/11/09 Implementation lesson plan using formative assessment.
Math 3/11/09 Brainstorm suggestions for 2009-2010 PD Action Plans based on data. Look at 08-09 Data Look at skill/goal areas ITBS/ITED/NWEA and PLAN and the indicators to determine the success of 2008-2009 PD Mary Paasch Current test results PD Action Plan form 4/15/09 Creation of 2009-2010 PD Action Plan.
Math 3/26/09 Elementary and Secondary Math AEA 13 (North 2)
Math 4/15/09 Finalize next year’s PD plan Group collaboration Lisa Munsey Math committee PD Action Plan form 4/15/09 Finalize 2009-2010 PD Action Plan.
Math 4/29/09 Identify methods to incorporate writing strategies as formative assessment. Learn ways to use writing in formative assessment for math. Lisa Munsey Math committee AEA Deb Bradley, Writing in Math Class 5/6/09 Lesson plan incorporating 1 writing strategy.
Math 5/6/09 Collaborate writing implementation plan (Start questioning strategies if time allows) Continue writing in formative assessment for math and/or begin learning about questioning strategies. Lisa Munsey Math committee AEA Deb Bradley, Quality Questioning 5/20/09 Lesson plan incorporating writing and/or questioning strategy.
Math 5/7/09 Elementary and Secondary Math AEA 13 (North 2)
Math 5/20/09 Summarize the year’s PD and Celebrate Write a summary Lisa Munsey Math committee AEA Deb Bradley 5/20/09 Summative assessment of 08-09 PD
PE/Health 9/10/08 Research P.E. Central http://www.pecentral.org/ Internet research P.E. / Health teachers Computers 10/22/08 Lesson plan incorporating one new learning
PE/Health 9/24/08 Learn inclusion strategies for IEP students in regular education settings and training to meet accommodations. SPED teachers will collaborate with general education teachers in instruction and training in meeting accommodations. AEA staff SPED and all general education teachers AEA Judy Kay and Carla Knutson SPED teachers (district) 5/30/09 General education and SPED teachers implementing inclusion strategies in the classroom throughout the year.
PE/Health 10/6/08 Look for inclusion strategies in K-12 P.E. and Health programs Professional visit to a K-12 school Group will select a district and Gaylord Schelling will make the arrangements Transportation costs 10/6/08 Complete a summary or feedback form of the visit (provided by the district)
PE/Health 10/22/08 Research P.E. Central http://www.pecentral.org/ Internet research P.E. / Health teachers Computers 10/22/08 Lesson plan incorporating one new learning
PE/Health 11/19/08 Review and compare National P.E. Health Standards and Atlantic Health/P.E. SBC’s Review and compare and make possible revision to Atlantic SBC’s P.E. / Health teachers Computers 10/22/08 Gaps addressed and updated. Submit revisions to Atlantic SBC’s to Mary Paasch for Atlas.
PE/Health 12/10/08 Engage an expert on medicine ball strength training Jake Anderson, expert on medicine ball training Gaylord Schelling Money Room with space for training 2/11/09 Teachers include ideas in lesson plans / curriculum

Atlantic Community School District 2008-2009 Professional Development Plans (6/24/08)

PE/Health 1/28/09 Continuation of 9/24/08 professional development in inclusion strategies for IEP students. SPED teachers will collaborate with general education teachers in instruction and training in meeting accommodations. SPED and general education teachers by subject area groups and buildings. AEA Judy Kay and Carla Knutson SPED teachers (district) 5/30/09 General education teachers and SPED teachers document implementation strategies through lesson plans.
PE/Health 2/11/09 Current issues and trends including motivation techniques Guest speaker and discussion Gaylord Schelling will identify and book the speaker. Money, speaker fees 4/15/09 Individual lesson plans completed with new trends incorporated into curriculum.
PE/Health 2/25/09 To gain information about how to incorporate the use of the body pump into K-12 curriculum. YMCA staff meet with teachers to discuss body pump and a routine for use K-12. Kathy Henningsen and Gaylord Schelling YMCA or H.S. Weight Room 2/25/09 K-12 implementation plan initiated (subgroup)
PE/Health 3/11/09 Brainstorm suggestions for 2009-2010 PD Action Plans based on data. Brainstorming session P.E. / Health teachers PD Action Plan form 3/11/09 A draft of 09-10 Action Plan
PE/Health 4/15/09 Share lesson plans incorporating trends and motivation techniques based on 2/11/09 speaker. Sharing session P.E. / Health teachers Individual teacher’s lesson plans 4/15/09 Completed lesson plans
PE/Health 4/29/09 Research and develop a fitness tracking system for grades K-12 Individual group work and discussion and internet research Gaylord Schelling and Kathy Henningsen Computers 5/20/09 Plan in place to track student progress and to report to the district on achievements.
PE/Health 5/6/09 Continue with fitness tracking system Individual group work and discussion and internet research Gaylord Schelling and Kathy Henningsen Computers 5/20/09 K-12 articulation of the fitness tracking system
PE/Health 5/20/09 Complete fitness tracking system Celebrate the year’s successes Individual group work and discussion and internet research Gaylord Schelling and Kathy Henningsen tracking system 5/20/09 K-12 fitness tracking system in place for 2010-2011 as baseline data.
Science 9/10/08 Science data analysis Outline year’s PD plan Look at skill/goal areas ITBS/ITED/NWEA/ and PLAN Mary Paasch Craig Fredin Emily Harlan Flowchart of current science courses Current test results 9/10/08 Awareness of strengths and weaknesses regarding science skills/processes.
Science 9/24/08 Learn inclusion strategies for IEP students in regular education settings and training to meet accommodations. SPED teachers will collaborate with general education teachers in instruction and training in meeting accommodations. AEA staff SPED and all general education teachers AEA Judy Kay and Carla Knutson SPED teachers (district) 5/30/09 General education and SPED teachers implementing inclusion strategies in the classroom throughout the year.
Science 10/6/08 Look for inclusion strategies in K-12 Science programs Professional visit to a K-12 school Individuals will select a site and make the arrangements Transportation costs 10/6/08 Complete a summary or feedback form of the visit (provided by the district)

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Science 10/22/08 Revisit 6-12 articulation Iowa Core Curriculum Curriculum team discussion and decision on sequence for 09-10. Compare with Iowa Core Curriculum. 6-12 science instructors & administrator Review MS concepts in other H-10 schools and schools of similar size ICN Science Model Core Curriculum Units End of 9/10 session Decision reflection planning for 09-10 & future textbook adoption
Science 11/19/08 Iowa Core Curriculum – compare curriculum maps with core curriculum Standards gap analysis critique and review 6-12 science instructors Boyer Valley worksheet example 12/10/08 Analysis worksheets completed
Science 12/10/08 Iowa Core Curriculum – rigor and relevance of activities Self-evaluation 6-12 science instructors AEA Kim Wise, rigor/relevance worksheet Before Christmas break Turn in evaluations of 3-5 activities
Science 1/28/09 Continuation of 9/24/08 professional development in inclusion strategies for IEP students. SPED teachers will collaborate with general education teachers in instruction and training in meeting accommodations. SPED and general education teachers by subject area groups and buildings. AEA Judy Kay and Carla Knutson SPED teachers (district) 5/30/09 General education teachers and SPED teachers document implementation strategies through lesson plans.
Science 2/11/09 Reading, listening, & literacy improvement and activities in content area. Explore educational resources for future science curriculum. Curriculum team discussion, AEA presentation. Begin looking at possible publishers and textbooks interested in evaluating. Discuss how evaluation will be made. Cross-curricular, 612 instructors AEA Kim Wise, recent research on science instruction Online resources/software Iowa Content Network 4/15./09 Incorporate a new reading, listening technique or literacy activity in curriculum. Textbook adoption during 09-10: March 2010 recommendations to administration & board.
Iowa Content
Science 2/25/09 Technology – explore virtual field trips and online simulations Exploration of websites 6-12 science instructors Network Internet, view examples, explore 5/20/09 Incorporate 1 virtual field trip into curriculum
possibilities
Brainstorm suggestions for
Science 3/11/09 2009-2010 PD Action Plans based on data. Discuss science needs for professional development n Department discussion – address teachers needs as learners 6-12 science instructors Action Plan form 4/15/09 Completed PD Action Plan
2009-2010
AEA Kim Wise
Science 4/15/09 Reach consensus on science resources for board presentation. Department discussion 6-12 science instructors Online resources/software Iowa Content 5/06/09 Form for evaluating science materials.
Network
Provide students with a
Science 4/29/09 Explore extracurricular science activities and supplemental learnings to encourage out-ofclass science. Department discussion and internet exploration 6-12 science instructors AEA Kim Wise, suggestions 4/29/09 list of possible activities linked to curriculum that can be used to enhance or extend
learning.

Atlantic Community School District 2008-2009 Professional Development Plans (6/24/08)

Science 5/6/09 Technology – explore and create webquest Exploration and presentation 6-12 science instructors AEA Kim Wise and Judy Griffin media specialists Fall 2009 1 webquest per instructor to use in 1 course
Continuation of creating
Science 5/20/09 webquest Celebrate and summarize the year’s PD. Exploration and presentation 6-12 science instructors AEA Kim Wise and Judy Griffin media specialists Fall 2009 1 webquest per instructor to use in 1 course
Review points of emphasis of Mike McDermott,
Social Studies 9/10/08 the National Council for the Social Studies standards. Review how they fit with the Meeting of HS and MS social studies teachers Terry Hinzmann, and HS and MS social studies Copies of NCSS standards By next meeting All teachers have a copy of and understand the NCSS
present ACS. teachers
Social Studies 9/24/08 Learn inclusion strategies for IEP students in regular education settings and training to meet accommodations. SPED teachers will collaborate with general education teachers in instruction and training in meeting accommodations. AEA staff SPED and all general education teachers AEA Judy Kay and Carla Knutson SPED teachers (district) 5/30/09 General education and SPED teachers implementing inclusion strategies in the classroom throughout the year.
Social Studies 10/22/08 Determine which current ACS social studies checkpoints and benchmarks align with the NCSS and Iowa Core. Begin adapting those to be retained. Align like areas of the ACS benchmarks with those of the NCSS and Iowa Core Mike McDermott, Terry Hinzmann, and HS and MS social studies teachers Copies of NCSS standards and ACS standards, checkpoints and benchmarks 2/11/09 A completed and workable copy of ACS standards, benchmarks, and checkpoints by target date of completion
Social Studies 11/19/08 Continue to determine which current ACS social studies checkpoints and benchmarks align with the NCSS and Iowa Core. Begin adapting those to be retained. Align like areas of the ACS benchmarks with those of the NCSS and Iowa Core Mike McDermott, Terry Hinzmann, and HS and MS social studies teachers Copies of NCSS standards and ACS standards, checkpoints and benchmarks 2/11/09 A completed and workable copy of ACS standards, benchmarks, and checkpoints by target date of completion
Social Studies 12/10/08 Continue to determine which current ACS social studies checkpoints and benchmarks align with the NCSS and Iowa Core. Begin adapting those to be retained. Align like areas of the ACS benchmarks with those of the NCSS and Iowa Core Mike McDermott, Terry Hinzmann, and HS and MS social studies teachers Copies of NCSS standards and ACS standards, checkpoints and benchmarks 2/11/09 A completed and workable copy of ACS standards, benchmarks, and checkpoints by target date of completion
Social Studies 1/28/09 Continuation of 9/24/08 professional development in inclusion strategies for IEP students. SPED teachers will collaborate with general education teachers in instruction and training in meeting accommodations. SPED and general education teachers by subject area groups and buildings. AEA Judy Kay and Carla Knutson SPED teachers (district) 5/30/09 General education teachers and SPED teachers document implementation strategies through lesson plans.
Social Studies 2/11/09 Continue to determine which current ACS social studies checkpoints and benchmarks align with the NCSS and Iowa Core. Begin adapting those to be retained. Align like areas of the ACS benchmarks with those of the NCSS and Iowa Core Mike McDermott, Terry Hinzmann, and HS and MS social studies teachers Copies of NCSS standards and ACS standards, checkpoints and benchmarks 2/11/09 A completed and workable copy of ACS standards, benchmarks, and checkpoints by target date of completion

Atlantic Community School District 2008-2009 Professional Development Plans (6/24/08)

Social Studies 2/25/09 Complete official form of revised ACS standards, checkpoints, and benchmarks to be sent to Atlas for final publication Collaborate with those who have an understanding of how information must be sent to Atlas Mike McDermott, Terry Hinzmann, and HS and MS social studies teachers as well as those work directly with Atlas Mary Paasch, possibly Dr. Prigge or Dennis Anderson By the end of the next meeting Have completed list of ACS standards, checkpoints and benchmarks ready to be sent to Atlas for publication
Social Studies 3/11/09 Brainstorm suggestions for 2009-2010 PD Action Plans based on data. Begin aligning assessments with the new ACS social studies checkpoints on the Atlas program for district web page Teachers will use align assessments to checkpoints in the individual class they teach Mike McDermott, Terry Hinzmann, and HS and MS social studies teachers **Order Differentiation notebooks from AEA Professional Mary Paasch to review proper way to align assessments with ACS checkpoints 2010 Completed Atlas program on the ACS web page for all social studies classes
Library
Mike McDermott,
Social Studies 4/15/09 Finalize 2009-2010 PD Action Plan Build awareness of differentiation strategies using the social studies curriculum. Review examples of DI lessons for social studies and develop one lesson plan Terry Hinzmann, and HS and MS social studies teachers as well as those work directly AEA Connie Richardson Differentiation notebooks (AEA Professional Library ) 4/29/09 Construct and implement 1 lesson plan incorporating a differentiation strategy
with Atlas
Social Studies 4/29/09 Share a differentiated strategy(s) that was implemented with students Share lesson plan that was implemented. Mike McDermott, Terry Hinzmann HS and MS social studies teachers, and SPED teachers. AEA Connie Richardson Differentiation notebooks (AEA Professional Library ) 5/6/09 Construct and implement 1 lesson plan incorporating a differentiation strategy
Social Studies 5/6/09 Share a differentiated strategy(s) that was implemented with students Share lesson plan that was implemented. Mike McDermott, Terry Hinzmann HS and MS social studies teachers, and SPED teachers. AEA Connie Richardson Differentiation notebooks (AEA Professional Library ) 5/6/09 Sharing and discussion
Social Studies 5/20/09 Summarize the year’s PD and celebrate Write a summary Mike McDermott, Terry Hinzmann HS and MS social studies teachers Professional Development web site 5/20/09 Update maps corresponding with weekly time period
SPED 9/10/08 Corrective Action Plan Meet as K-12 group with school psychologists to go over Action Plan and revision areas Individual SPED teachers with assistance of school psychologists. AEA Judy Kay and Caria Knutsen (school psychologists) February 20 – 1 year from file review date Correction of noncompliant areas of IEP’s at next file review

Atlantic Community School District 2008-2009 Professional Development Plans (6/24/08)

SPED 9/24/08 Learn inclusion strategies for IEP students in regular education settings and training to meet accommodations. SPED teachers will collaborate with general education teachers in instruction and training in meeting accommodations. AEA staff SPED and all general education teachers AEA Judy Kay and Carla Knutson SPED teachers (district) 5/30/09 General education and SPED teachers implementing inclusion strategies in the classroom throughout the year.
SPED 10/22/08 Corrective Action Plan Work individually with school psychologist’s assistance to correct revision areas. Individual SPED teachers with assistance of school psychologists. AEA Judy Kay and Caria Knutsen (school psychologists) February 20 – 1 year from file review date Correction of noncompliant areas of IEP’s at next file review.
SPED 11/19/08 Corrective Action Plan Work individually with school psychologist’s assistance to correct revision areas. Individual SPED teachers with assistance of school psychologists. AEA Judy Kay and Caria Knutsen (school psychologists) February 20 – 1 year from file review date Correction of noncompliant areas of IEP’s at next file review.
SPED 12/10/08 Corrective Action Plan Work individually with school psychologist’s assistance to correct revision areas. Individual SPED teachers with assistance of school psychologists. AEA Judy Kay and Caria Knutsen (school psychologists) February 20 – 1 year from file review dare Correction of noncompliant areas of IEP’s at next file review.
SPED 1/28/09 Continuation of 9/24/08 professional development in inclusion strategies for IEP students. SPED teachers will collaborate with general education teachers in instruction and training in meeting accommodations. SPED and general education teachers by subject area groups and buildings. AEA Judy Kay and Carla Knutson SPED teachers (district) 5/30/09 General education teachers and SPED teachers document implementation strategies through lesson plans.
SPED 2/11/09 Corrective Action Plan Work individually with school psychologist’s assistance to complete revisions for file compliance Individual SPED teachers with assistance of school psychologists. AEA Judy Kay and Caria Knutsen (school psychologists) February 20 – 1 year from file review dare Correction of noncompliant area of IEP’s next file review.
SPED 2/25/09 Work on transition portion of IEP’s from teacher to teacher, building to building, or HS to post-secondary In building groups, discuss and develop a transition plan suited to building level. Building SPED staff, school psychologist, and build SPED directors. AEA Judy Kay and Caria Knutsen (school psychologists) Building SPED directors. Prior to exchange of files for K-7 and to next IEP for students in grades 8-12 Written summary of transition plan by building level.
SPED 3/11/09 Brainstorm suggestions for 2009-2010 PD Action Plans based on data. Special Education Delivery System – co-teaching/para utilization In building groups, discuss and develop a delivery system suited to building level. Building SPED staff and SPED directors. Building SPED directors Beginning of 2009-2010 school year Utilization of developed delivery system during the 2009-2010 school year.
SPED 4/15/09 Special Education Delivery System – co-teaching/para utilization In building groups, complete delivery system suited to building level Building SPED staff and SPED directors. Building SPED directors Beginning of 2009-2010 school year Utilization of developed delivery system during the 2009-2010 school year.
SPED 4/29/09 Special Education Delivery System – co-teaching/para utilization In building groups, complete delivery system suited to building level. Building SPED staff and SPED director Building SPED directors Beginning of 2009-2010 school year Utilization of developed delivery system during the 2009-2010 school year.

Atlantic Community School District 2008-2009 Professional Development Plans (6/24/08)

SPED 5/6/09 Continue development of transition materials started on 2/25 In building groups, continue to develop a transition plan suited to building level. Building SPED staff, school psychologist, and build SPED directors. AEA Judy Kay and Caria Knutsen (school psychologists) Building SPED directors. Prior to exchange of files for K-7 and to next IEP for students in grades 8-12. Written summary of transition plan by building level
SPED 5/20/09 Completion of transition planning for 2009-2010 school year. In building groups, continue to develop a transition plan suited to building level. Building SPED staff, school psychologist, and build SPED directors. AEA Judy Kay and Caria Knutsen (school psychologists) Building SPED directors. Prior to exchange of files for K-7 and to next IEP for students in grades 8-12. Written summary of transition plan by building level
Vocational 9/10/08 Explore technology programs/software that would support vocational education. Online research Individual instructors Computers on going Incorporation of technology in vocational programs.
Vocational 9/24/08 Learn inclusion strategies for IEP students in regular education settings and training to meet accommodations. SPED teachers will collaborate with general education teachers in instruction and training in meeting accommodations. AEA staff SPED and all general education teachers AEA Judy Kay and Carla Knutson SPED teachers (district) 5/30/09 General education and SPED teachers implementing inclusion strategies in the classroom throughout the year.
Vocational 10/6/08 Look for inclusion strategies in K-12 Math programs Professional visit to a K-12 school Individuals will select a site and make the arrangements Transportation costs 10/6/08 Complete a summary or feedback form of the visit (provided by the district)
Vocational 10/22/08 Develop communication strategies to incorporate technology into vocational. Explore Wikis, blogs, webpages, podcasts, etc. Meryl Hopper Vocational Committee AEA Judy Griffin Dennis Anderson Computers 11/19/08 Creation of a lesson plan for implementation with students.
Vocational 11/19/08 Real Colors Mary Ottmar Meryl Hopper $20.00 per person 11/19/08 Participants identify their Real Colors.
Vocational 11/19/08 Develop communication strategies to incorporate technology into vocational. Create blogs, wikis, etc. Meryl Hopper Vocational Committee AEA Judy Griffin Dennis Anderson 12/10/08 Plan and implementation is set up and applied.
Vocational 1/28/09 Continuation of 9/24/08 professional development in inclusion strategies for IEP students. SPED teachers will collaborate with general education teachers in instruction and training in meeting accommodations. SPED and general education teachers by subject area groups and buildings. AEA Judy Kay and Carla Knutson SPED teachers (district) 5/30/09 General education teachers and SPED teachers document implementation strategies through lesson plans.
Vocational 2/11/09 Share communication strategies created. Collaboration time Meryl Hopper Vocational Committee AEA Judy Griffin Dennis Anderson 12/10/08 Sharing of implementation and application of technology communication choice.
Vocational 2/25/09 Articulation with IWCC Discussion Meryl Hopper IWCC coordinator Emily Harlan 2/25/09 Curriculum adjustments – student credit

Atlantic Community School District 2008-2009 Professional Development Plans (6/24/08)

Vocational 3/11/09 Brainstorm suggestions for 2009-2010 PD Action Plans based on data. Look at 08-09 Data Look at skill/goal areas ITED and PLAN and the indicators to identify skill level of current students and future students. Craig Fredin Emily Harlan Current test results PD Action Plan form 4/15/09 Creation of 2009-2010 PD Action Plan.
Vocational 4/15/09 Finalize next year’s PD plan Group collaboration Meryl Hopper PD Action Plan form 4/15/09 Finalize 2009-2010 PD Action Plan.
Vocational 4/29/09 Curriculum mapping Update maps Individual instructors Atlas 4/29/09 Updated maps
Vocational 5/6/09 Curriculum mapping Update maps Individual instructors Atlas 5/6/09 Updated maps
Vocational 5/20/09 Curriculum mapping Update maps Individual instructors Atlas 5/20/09 Updated maps
All committees complete the following
*After each PD session enter formative data (ASCD homepage, Achievement, Professional Development (2nd link)
*Enter year-end summative data by May 20, 2009 on same form as above.
11/19/08 Complete on-line survey by all staff (formative feedback) on PD to this date.
02/25/09 Complete on-line survey by all staff (formative feedback) on PD to this date.
04/15/09 Facilitators meet with AEA representative with PD Action Plan for 2009-2010