Avon Lake November PD Day

PAC8:00-8:20

Session One8:30-9:20

Session Two9:30-10:20

Session Three10:30-11:20

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Overview

The November Professional Learning Day offers an opportunity for educators to exchange ideas about best practices, and share experiences and insights. This site provides all the information needed for our collaborative day.

Professional learning day

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Avon Lake City Schools

8:00-8:20All Staff in PAC8:30-11:20 Sessions 11:20-12:30 LUNCHAfternoonTeacher Classroom Time

Stop by and see Anthony in Room 184 to get a staff issued chromebook if you don't have one

Printable Session Choices

HS Map

coffee & snacks available!

Write, Speak, Move

OST Data

Grades 3-10

MTSS Overview

K-12

Supporting ELL's

K-12

Dyslexia Simulation

Elementary

Analyzing MAP Data

K-12

WIN Groups

K-2

SESSION ONE

8:30-9:20

K-8

Complex Texts

K-8

Building Thinking Classrooms

(Secondary)

Daily Discipline

All Educators

Analyzing MAP Data for Classroom Teachers This professional development session explores recent updates to MAP data, with a focus on utilizing the enhanced student profile and learning continuum to better understand student growth. Teachers will learn strategies for using MAP insights to drive targeted instruction. The session includes time for hands-on data analysis to make instructional decisions that meet students' unique needs. Presenter: Jamie Franko, Eastview Principal K-8

MTSS: What the Heck is This? This session provides an overview of essential components of a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS), including definitions, core infrastructure, and foundational frameworks. Participants will explore a shared language for MTSS to facilitate clear communication and understanding across educational teams. Common challenges and practical solutions will be discussed to help schools implement and sustain effective MTSS practices. Presenter: David Schindler, ALCS Director of Pupil Services K-12

Supporting ELL’s in Content Classes This session offers strategies to support EL students in content classes through comprehensible input and explicit vocabulary instruction. Come to experience learning content material in another language with and without scaffolds to see the difference they make for comprehension and student engagement with the material. Presenter: Tonya Mohamed, preK-12 ELL Teacher Audience: All teachers, all content areas

Write, Speak, Move: Energizing Learning Through Dynamic Writing & Speaking Strategies Unlock the power of writing and speaking to transform student learning! This interactive professional development session will delve into innovative strategies from The Writing Revolution, equipping educators with effective techniques to enhance student engagement and mastery across all content areas. Participants will experience firsthand how to integrate movement into writing and speaking tasks, creating a lively classroom environment that inspires active participation to boost creativity and retention. **If participating in the Writing Revolution Book Study, this session will fulfill one of your in-person requirements Presenter: Erin Cheney, ALCS Instructional Coach All teachers

Utilizing the Centralized Reporting System (CRS) for Data-Driven Instruction In this professional development session, educators will learn to navigate the Centralized Reporting System (CRS) and effectively analyze student performance data. Participants will explore how to access and interpret reports to identify trends, pinpoint areas for improvement, and celebrate student successes. The session will provide practical strategies for using data to inform instructional decisions and support student growth at the classroom, grade, and school levels. By the end, attendees will feel confident leveraging CRS data to enhance their teaching practices. Presenter: Mike Triska, Technology & Innovation Specialist 3-10 teachers, OST tested areas

W.I.N.-ning Strategies: Organizing Groups for Primary Success Participants will gain insights into how Westview Primary organizes, structures, and manages its W.I.N. (What I Need) groups. This includes a deep dive into the processes and systems used to create and sustain groups, the types of files and data Westview keeps for ongoing monitoring and group adjustments, and the tools used to streamline organization. Participants will also engage in a facilitated discussion to share practices, explore challenges, and brainstorm solutions tailored to the needs of primary-level W.I.N. groups in different buildings. This collaborative approach will enable educators to consider and adapt effective strategies for their own classrooms and schools. Presenter: Julia Negray, Jessica Bomback, Westview Teachers Audience: K-2 teachers

Dyslexia Simulation Have you ever wondered what it’s like for a student with dyslexia or any striving reader to sit through class every day? Come and experience a few activities and feel what your students feel in this powerful session. You will walk away with a deeper understanding of our striving readers' experiences and feelings as they navigate the school day. **All elementary teachers need to plan to attend one of the Dyslexia Simulation sessions Presenter: Olivia Weisman, ESC Literacy Specialist Audience: K-4 teachers

Scaffolding with Complex Texts Through Supported Instruction We want students to engage with grade-level texts, but what happens when they can't read them independently? In this session, educators will learn effective strategies to scaffold complex texts, ensuring all students can access and understand grade level material. Participants will need to bring an upcoming text they plan to use in class, allowing them to apply their learning directly to their curriculum. Presenter: Jennifer Martinez, ESC Literacy Specialist Audience: Grade 3-8 Teachers, all content areas

Transforming Classrooms through Thinking: Integrating strategies from Modeling Instruction & Building Thinking Classrooms Interested in making students’ thinking visible throughout the learning process? Join us for an engaging professional development session designed to elevate your teaching practices through the innovative principles of Building Thinking Classrooms and effective Modeling Instruction. This interactive workshop will guide participants through an activity adaptable across various subject areas, highlighting strategies to foster critical thinking and collaborative problem-solving among students in your classroom. Participants are encouraged to bring a lesson idea they wish to revamp, allowing for collaborative brainstorming and integration of the strategies learned in the session. Presenter: Kim Kozar & Jim Goodman, HS Teachers 4-12 teachers

Attacking Your Day with Daily Discipline This session is designed for educators who are ready to maximize their effectiveness and reduce stress by creating intentional daily routines. We will explore the importance of discipline and discover practical tools for organizing your day with purpose. Learn techniques to identify behaviors for success, clarify your focus, and navigate challenges that support both personal well-being and professional success. Presenter: Michael May, ALHS Principal Audience: All Educators

SEL Overview

6-12

6-12

Strategies for Difficult Behaviors

K-12

Power Up Vocabulary

Edulastic

Dyslexia Simulation

ERIN

SuccessMaker Collaboration

Empower AI

SESSION TWO

9:30-10:20

Elementary

K-12

Dyslexia Simulation

K-4

Empower AI

Sonday Follow-Up

K -8

ERIN

Current Trends in Education

K-12

K -8

K-12

mCLASS Intervention

K-5

Our Dyslexic Children Film The new dyslexia support laws in Ohio have brought dyslexia awareness to the forefront in the education community. Come watch this must-see 2020 documentary that will leave you wanting to learn more about how to best support students with dyslexia in your classroom. *Discussion to follow if time permits* Location: Room 172

Strategies for Difficult Behaviors at the Secondary Level Join us for an engaging and interactive professional development session designed specifically for secondary teachers grappling with challenging student behaviors. Led by experienced high school administrators, this session will provide practical strategies and insights to foster a positive classroom environment and enhance student engagement. Join us in transforming challenges into opportunities for growth and success in our schools! Presenters: Maria Gingo, Adam Slabodnick, Dr. Brad Cocco, HS

T3 Performance FIT 60 Workout Session T3 Performance coaches will take you through a 50 minute workout that will focus on core strength, hip mobility, elevating your heart rate and having fun while working out! Join us for a great workout that leaves you feeling better not beat up! Location: Weightroom

Power Up Your Vocabulary: An Engaging Daily Routine! Did you know that vocabulary accounts for approximately 50% to 60% of the variance in reading comprehension (Stahl & Nagy, 2006)? In this session, educators will discover how to implement explicit vocabulary routines that can be applied across any content area. Participants will need to bring vocabulary words they plan to teach in upcoming lessons, allowing them to directly apply strategies learned during the session. Presenter: Erica Kaufmann, ESC Literacy Specialist 3-12

Maximizing Assessment with Edulastic: A Hands-On Workshop In this session, educators will explore Edulastic, an online assessment tool designed to streamline the creation, administration, and analysis of formative and summative assessments. Whether you're new to Edulastic or a seasoned user, this professional development will cater to all levels. For beginners, the session will cover the basics of setting up classes, building assessments, and utilizing the platform's features to gather valuable data. For experienced users, dedicated work time will be provided to refine existing assessments or create new ones using advanced tools within Edulastic. Presenter: Jimm Lynch, Learwood Teacher All teachers

Dyslexia Simulation Have you ever wondered what it’s like for a student with dyslexia or any striving reader to sit through class every day? Come and experience a few activities and feel what your students feel in this powerful session. You will walk away with a deeper understanding of our striving readers' experiences and feelings as they navigate the school day. **All elementary teachers need to plan to attend one of the Dyslexia Simulation sessions Presenter: Olivia Weisman, ESC Literacy Specialist K-4 teachers

Empower AI: Prompt Engineering for Educators This professional development session equips educators with the skills to use prompt engineering—a method for crafting precise instructions that guide AI tools effectively—to create equitable, student-centered learning experiences. Participants will learn how to align AI-driven activities with clear educational goals, employ formative assessments to adjust instruction in real-time, and foster critical thinking and engagement. This session empowers educators to harness AI's potential, ensuring all students benefit from innovative, technology-enhanced instruction. Presenter: Mike Triska, Technology & Innovation Specialist All teachers

Sonday System Follow-up Join fellow Sonday System-trained teachers for a collaborative session focused on using assessment data to inform instructional planning. This session offers a time to dive into student performance data, allowing educators to refine and adapt their instructional approaches based on results. Bring your data from your placement assessments. Presenter: Nick Moore, Westview Principal K-8 trained teachers

Overview of Social Emotional Learning This introductory session offers a foundational overview of Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), perfect for educators looking to better understand and integrate SEL principles into their classrooms. We’ll review the primary SEL skill categories, explore common challenges students face when struggling with these skills, and examine the root causes and effects on classroom dynamics. The session will conclude with a practical guide to both proactive and reactive intervention strategies, equipping participants with initial tools to support students in developing essential SEL skills. Presenter: David Schindler, ALCS Director of Pupil Services K-12

Successmaker Collaboration Calling all math teachers K-8 who utilize (or would like to) Successmaker to support instruction. Join us for a think tank session to share ideas and brainstorm ways to consistently use Successmaker and understand how to interpret the data from the reports. Presenters: Lindsay Belz with Sarah Digges & Kathryn Modock, Learwood Math Teachers (Room 172) Audience: 1-8 math teachers

Current Trends and Public Opinion in Education Want to know what the public thinks about education and what the future of education might look like? In the first part of the session, statistics from two national surveys about the public’s views on education will be shared. In the second half of the session, information about emerging trends in education will be shared and discussed. Presenter: Dr. Jack Dibee, ALCS Asst. Superintendent Audience: K-12

Unlocking mCLASS Intervention for Classroom Teachers Classroom teachers will learn how to implement mClass Intervention to target specific literacy skills, use data to inform instruction, and differentiate support for students. Heather will guide the practical aspects of integrating mClass in their classrooms, with hands-on demonstrations and collaborative activities. Presenter: Heather Hamker, ALCS Instructional Coach K-5 teachers

K-12

Smart Account Management

Empower AI

ODOB Planning

Elementary Only

Dyslexia Simulation

Power Up Vocabulary

K-12

SESSION Three

10:30-11:20

Elementary

Dyslexia Simulation

Elementary

K-12

Power Up Vocabulary

Stress & Trauma

K-12

Building Thinking Classrooms

(Secondary)

mCLASS Intervention

K-5

Write, Speak, Move

K-12

Complex Texts

K-8

Our Dyslexic Children Film The new dyslexia support laws in Ohio have brought dyslexia awareness to the forefront in the education community. Come watch this must-see 2020 documentary that will leave you wanting to learn more about how to best support students with dyslexia in your classroom. *Discussion to follow if time permits* Location: Room 172

Understanding and Managing Escalated Students with Dysregulated Feelings Because we are seeing a post-COVID increase in emotional stress and dysregulation in our students, I will be presenting a repeat of my popular de-escalation strategies session from 2019. This session will review the science and causes for why students become dysregulated and have escalated behaviors. We will also explore strategies to help de-escalate students (people) to avoid a potential crisis. Location: Room 160/161

Dyslexia Simulation Have you ever wondered what it’s like for a student with dyslexia or any striving reader to sit through class every day? Come and experience a few activities and feel what your students feel in this powerful session. You will walk away with a deeper understanding of our striving readers' experiences and feelings as they navigate the school day. **All elementary teachers need to plan to attend one of the Dyslexia Simulation sessions Presenter: Olivia Weisman, ESC Literacy Specialist K-4 teachers

ODOB Planning Session Join us for a collaborative session focused on planning our district-wide One District, One Book initiative! A device is needed as time may be spent researching book choices. Presenter: Holli Weber, Melissa Isaly-Johns Audience: Elementary

Empower AI: Prompt Engineering for Educators This professional development session equips educators with the skills to use prompt engineering—a method for crafting precise instructions that guide AI tools effectively—to create equitable, student-centered learning experiences. Participants will learn how to align AI-driven activities with clear educational goals, employ formative assessments to adjust instruction in real-time, and foster critical thinking and engagement. This session empowers educators to harness AI's potential, ensuring all students benefit from innovative, technology-enhanced instruction. Presenter: Mike Triska, Technology & Innovation Specialist All teachers

Power Up Your Vocabulary: An Engaging Daily Routine! Did you know that vocabulary accounts for approximately 50% to 60% of the variance in reading comprehension (Stahl & Nagy, 2006)? In this session, educators will discover how to implement explicit vocabulary routines that can be applied across any content area. Participants will need to bring vocabulary words they plan to teach in upcoming lessons, allowing them to directly apply strategies learned during the session. Presenter: Erica Kaufmann, ESC LIteracy Specialist Audience: 3-12

Stress and Trauma Impact on Students This session explores the impact of stress and trauma on the brain and body, equipping educators with insights into how these factors affect student behavior and learning. Participants will learn responsive strategies to foster supportive, trauma-informed environments that enhance student well-being and engagement. Presenter: David Schindler, ALCS Director of Pupil Services Audience: K-12

Transforming Classrooms through Thinking: Integrating strategies from Modeling Instruction & Building Thinking Classrooms Interested in making students’ thinking visible throughout the learning process? Join us for an engaging professional development session designed to elevate your teaching practices through the innovative principles of Building Thinking Classrooms and effective Modeling Instruction. This interactive workshop will guide participants through an activity adaptable across various subject areas, highlighting strategies to foster critical thinking and collaborative problem-solving among students in your classroom. Participants are encouraged to bring a lesson idea they wish to revamp, allowing for collaborative brainstorming and integration of the strategies learned in the session. Presenter: Kim Kozar & Jim Goodman, HS Teachers 4-12 teachers

Smart Account Management Participants will gain essential skills for managing and securing their Microsoft accounts, optimizing personal devices, and troubleshooting common browser issues. This training will provide clear, step-by-step guidance on important tasks, such as utilizing an authenticator, resetting your password, adding WiFi and email to your smartphone, and cleaning up Chrome for better performance. Presenter: Dan, the Deroma-tizer, ALCS Security & Controls Service Specialist

Unlocking mCLASS Intervention for Classroom Teachers Classroom teachers will learn how to implement mClass Intervention to target specific literacy skills, use data to inform instruction, and differentiate support for students. Heather will guide the practical aspects of integrating mClass in their classrooms, with hands-on demonstrations and collaborative activities. Presenter: Heather Hamker, ALCS Instructional Coach K-5 teachers

Write, Speak, Move: Energizing Learning Through Dynamic Writing & Speaking Strategies Unlock the power of writing and speaking to transform student learning! This interactive professional development session will delve into innovative strategies from The Writing Revolution, equipping educators with effective techniques to enhance student engagement and mastery across all content areas. Participants will experience firsthand how to integrate movement into writing and speaking tasks, creating a lively classroom environment that inspires active participation to boost creativity and retention. **If participating in the Writing Revolution Book Study, this session will fulfill one of your in-person requirements Presenter: Erin Cheney, ALCS Instructional Coach All teachers

Scaffolding with Complex Texts Through Supported Instruction We want students to engage with grade-level texts, but what happens when they can't read them independently? In this session, educators will learn effective strategies to scaffold complex texts, ensuring all students can access and understand grade level material. Participants will need to bring an upcoming text they plan to use in class, allowing them to apply their learning directly to their curriculum. Presenter: Jennifer Martinez, ESC Literacy Specialist Audience: Grade 3-8 Teachers, all content areas