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Douglas Fisher

The Purposeful Classroom

This series, designed for teacher teams and administrators, focuses on the Gradual Release of Responsibility and provides participants with information about implementation of an instructional framework that ensures student success, including establishing purpose, modeling thinking, guiding instruction, productive group work, and independent learning tasks.

October 16^th, January 22^nd, March 5^th. In addition, participants are given an opportunity to attend two optional, 2-hour (4pm – 6pm) follow up collaborative meetings on November 13^th and February 26^th. These meetings will provide teachers the venue for sharing student work which has been generated while utilizing strategies from The Purposeful Classroom.

To Register: http://santacruz.k12oms.org/930-59378

Anthony Muhammad

The Will to Lead, the Skill to Teach

This series, designed for leadership teams made up of teacher leaders and administrators, will provide participants the opportunity to examine four broad steps to developing a positive learning environment (aligning philosophies, managing frustration, creating a culture of collaboration, and institutionalizing a healthy culture) and uncover the components of responsive pedagogy—a skillful and balanced framework of traditional and culturally responsive activities used in the classroom.

September 11^th, November 6^th, February 5th

To Register: http://santacruz.k12oms.org/930-59395

California Common Core State Standards

In order to differentiate our professional development around common core standards, we are providing multiple opportunities and formats for participation. All of the following may also be customized to present at staff meetings or on staff development days upon request.

• CCSS Overview of Content and Curriculum- ^{This online module provides an overview of key features of the Common Core State Standards and guides educators to discover the shifts and changes from the 1997 standards for English language arts and Mathematics and how these changes affect their learning contexts. The module includes links to high quality resources to guide implementation of the Common Core State Standards.
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• Going Deeper: CCSS Instructional Strategies & Practices-
  Day 1 is designed to assist teachers in beginning to think about how to transition to the new standards, and offers possible examples of how to teach to the new standards.
  Day 2 will be spent collaboratively designing/deepening current units of instruction to include a performance assessment, speaking and listening activities, integrated literacy skills, and 21^st century learning tools.
  *March 7^th & March 21^st -
  http://santacruz.k12oms.org/930-59809
  
  
• Getting to the Core: Project-Based Learning and the 4C's - An in-depth exploration of Project-Based Learning and the 4C's (Critical Thinking, Collaboration, Communication, and Creativity) Through activities designed to deepen our learning about the Common Core State Standards, we will be focusing on what students need for College AND Career Readiness.
  *December 6^th -
  http://santacruz.k12oms.org/930-59810
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  March 28^th -
  http://santacruz.k12oms.org/930-59811
  
  

Leading Edge Online and Blended Teacher Certification

Online and Blended Teacher Certification guides educators through a curriculum based on the iNACOL National Standards for Online Teaching. Leading Edge Certified Online and Blended Teachers not only have the skills to effectively facilitate online courses, but also have a solid understanding of how to enhance the learning opportunities for all students enrolled in their courses.

This certification program includes two face-to-face workshops and 8 weeks of online coursework equivalent to approximately 45-60 hours.

Participants should be able to navigate the Internet and have basic technical skills, for example using productivity tools and web 2.0 tools.

To Register for Summer Program:
http://santacruz.k12oms.org/930-66414

Face to Face Workshops on June 13 and August 1, 2013

Digital Connections

The Digital Connections Project seeks to provide the technology resources required for curriculum-based digital media production as well as ongoing professional development for two partner teachers at a school site. Participants learn to differentiate instruction and engage students with project-based learning & digital media production. Film-making basics, tips & tricks for capturing video, and the process of integrating video production in the classroom are taught. Opportunities for planning curriculum-based video projects will be provided along with online resources for using digital media with students. The long-term goal of the project is to scale the use of digital tools amongst staff and students and build capacity within the Santa Cruz county educator community.

Professional Development In The Arts

Visual And Performing Arts Specialists will come together throughout the school year from across the county to take part in peer professional development. The sessions will help build the wider arts community while focusing on cross-county articulation and best practices in teaching the arts. The sessions will be designed and facilitated by VAPA teachers.

These sessions will take place from 1:45 – 3:15 pm on three Wed afternoons, spread across the year. They will be open to any VAPA specialist whose district / site is willing to release them at that time.

For information please contact Mary Mc Laughlin at: mmclaughlin@santacruz.k12.ca.us / tel: 831 466 5813

Arts Institute

Normally held the last week of June, K-8 teachers will have a week of immersion in arts. This week long Institute is extended through the year by three Saturday follow-up sessions and individual coaching in school.

There are two strands to this Institute. Strand one is for teachers who are new to, and would like to gain some experience in, the arts. Participants will study two arts disciplines with the focus on teacher as learner. There will also be group sessions in classroom application.

Strand two is for those teachers who either have a specialism in one art form or have been through strand one of the Institute in a previous year. Participants will have the option of taking classes in specific arts disciplines or in Integrated Arts.

These participants will study their specialist arts discipline and strategies on how to build it into a generalist curriculum with emphasis on teacher as teacher.

For information please contact Mary Mc Laughlin at: mmclaughlin@santacruz.k12.ca.us / tel: 831 466 5813

Common Core Standards for Principal Networks

K – 12 administrators continue to be provided opportunities to work with the new standards, sample assessment items and current units of instruction in order to analyze and facilitate the changes needed to meet the new guidelines. These networks provide a wonderful platform for administrators to share best practices and challenges across districts and schools.

· Elementary Network Dates: Oct. 3^rd, Dec.5^th, Jan.30^th, Apr. 17^th

· Secondary Network Dates: Sept.19^th, Nov. 28^th, Feb. 27^th, May 1^st

Administrator Training Programs

Tier 1 CPACE Test Prep Modules:
For teachers interested in a Pathway toward School Administration, the SCCOE will be offering California Preliminary Administrative Credential Exam (CPACE) Test Prep Modules in the Fall of 2012.

The California Preliminary Administrative Credential Examination is a Tier 1 administrative exam approved by the CTC. This exam focuses specifically on the requirements for school leadership in California based on the California Professional Standards for Educational Leaders. The examination consists of two separate test components: (1) a computer-based written component, which consists of 70 multiple-choice items and four constructed-response items, including one case study, and (2) a 7 – 10 minute video component which shows the candidate performing how they would handle a mock situation. Both components must be passed to achieve passing status on the CPACE. For more information go to: www.cpace.nesinc.com

Tier 2 Administrative Services Credential Program
The Santa Cruz COE is dedicated to the development of high-quality leaders who provide rigorous educational programs for all students. The Tier 2 Program delivers an interconnected and comprehensive curriculum, which integrates face-to-face sessions, one-to-one mentoring, field experiences, cohort professional learning communities, and blended learning opportunities. The curriculum is based on the California Professional Standards for Educational Leaders (CPSELs) and is designed for candidates in administrative positions to demonstrate their ability to meet or exceed each of the standards.

http://www.santacruz.k12.ca.us/ed_services/administrator_credential_program.html