Full Catalog of Upcoming Events

These materials use the writing standard for this grade and walk a teacher through the steps of looking at the writing standards, pre-assessment, the vocabulary necessary to understand the expectations, short writing exercises, longer writing exercises, and post-assessment.  A step-by-step process is followed with brief videos that may be used by the teacher or with a class. Rubrics are provided for assessing.  All materials center on the informative-explanatory genre.

These materials use the writing standard for this grade and walk a teacher through the steps of looking at the writing standards, pre-assessment, the vocabulary necessary to understand the expectations, short writing exercises, longer writing exercises, and post-assessment.  A step-by-step process is followed with brief videos that may be used by the teacher or with a class. Rubrics are provided for assessing.  All materials center on the informative-explanatory genre.

These materials use the writing standard for this grade and walk a teacher through the steps of looking at the writing standards, pre-assessment, the vocabulary necessary to understand the expectations, short writing exercises, longer writing exercises, and post-assessment.  A step-by-step process is followed with brief videos that may be used by the teacher or with a class. Rubrics are provided for assessing.  All materials center on the informative-explanatory genre.

These materials use the writing standard for this grade and walk a teacher through the steps of looking at the writing standards, pre-assessment, the vocabulary necessary to understand the expectations, short writing exercises, longer writing exercises, and post-assessment.  A step-by-step process is followed with brief videos that may be used by the teacher or with a class. Rubrics are provided for assessing.  All materials center on the informative-explanatory genre.

These materials use the writing standard for this grade and walk a teacher through the steps of looking at the writing standards, pre-assessment, the vocabulary necessary to understand the expectations, short writing exercises, longer writing exercises, and post-assessment.  A step-by-step process is followed with brief videos that may be used by the teacher or with a class. Rubrics are provided for assessing.  All materials center on the informative-explanatory genre.

These materials use the writing standard for this grade and walk a teacher through the steps of looking at the writing standards, pre-assessment, the vocabulary necessary to understand the expectations, short writing exercises, longer writing exercises, and post-assessment.  A step-by-step process is followed with brief videos that may be used by the teacher or with a class. Rubrics are provided for assessing.  All materials center on the informative-explanatory genre.

These materials use the writing standard for this grade and walk a teacher through the steps of looking at the writing standards, pre-assessment, the vocabulary necessary to understand the expectations, short writing exercises, longer writing exercises, and post-assessment.  A step-by-step process is followed with brief videos that may be used by the teacher or with a class. Rubrics are provided for assessing.  All materials center on the informative-explanatory genre.

These materials use the writing standard for this grade and walk a teacher through the steps of looking at the writing standards, pre-assessment, the vocabulary necessary to understand the expectations, short writing exercises, longer writing exercises, and post-assessment.  A step-by-step process is followed with brief videos that may be used by the teacher or with a class. Rubrics are provided for assessing.  All materials center on the informative-explanatory genre.

These materials use the writing standard for this grade and walk a teacher through the steps of looking at the writing standards, pre-assessment, the vocabulary necessary to understand the expectations, short writing exercises, longer writing exercises, and post-assessment.  A step-by-step process is followed with brief videos that may be used by the teacher or with a class. Rubrics are provided for assessing.  All materials center on the informative-explanatory genre.

These materials use the writing standard for this grade and walk a teacher through the steps of looking at the writing standards, pre-assessment, the vocabulary necessary to understand the expectations, short writing exercises, longer writing exercises, and post-assessment.  A step-by-step process is followed with brief videos that may be used by the teacher or with a class. Rubrics are provided for assessing.  All materials center on the informative-explanatory genre.

 Presented by Dr. Tessie Rose Bailey, Principal Technical Assistance Consultant with the American Institutes for Research (AIR), and MTSS Regional Coach Jody Drum, this session of the MTSS Summer Learning Series focuses on crystallizing differences between formal progress monitoring and monitoring progress, understanding the importance of graphing progress monitoring data to guide decision making, and learning how and why to use validated approaches for setting progress monitoring goals.

Presented by Dr. Tessie Rose Bailey, Principal Technical Assistance Consultant with the American Institutes for Research (AIR), and MTSS Regional Coach Jody Drum, this session of the MTSS Summer Learning Series focuses on understanding how data literacy is critical to executing the “why,” learning how to use the National Center on Intensive Intervention Progress Monitoring Tools Chart to evaluate and select appropriate progress monitoring tools, and interpreting data in given scenarios to determine appropriate goal setting strategies.

As part of Georgia’s MTSS Summer Learning Series, this session is designed for experienced MTSS coordinators. We will highlight practices needed to build capacity and develop coaching systems. Additionally, this session will address coaching skills and attributes that contribute to effective MTSS implementation. Join us to refine your coaching practice for a sustainable MTSS.

ESSA and IDEA Tuesday in June Professional Learning Series: Using the New Georgia Educator Pipeline Dashboard

The Georgia Department of Education collaborated with the Georgia Professional Standards Commission, the University System of Georgia, and the Governor’s Office of Student Achievement to determine the educator pipeline needs of our state. The outcome of the collaboration was the Georgia Educator Pipeline Dashboards. Tour the teacher and leader pipeline dashboards and develop a deeper understanding of the available information. Systematic instructions on how to use the data is included, along with resources to support talent development.

Natalie Richter, 5th grade ELA Virtual Learning Specialist, demonstrates a focus on teaching word recognition and word parts to increase comprehension. 

Learn how to use organizational text structure to improve comprehension with 4th grade ELA Virtual Learning Specialist, Nicole Harrell.

Want to expand your vocabulary toolbox? Join 9th-10th grade ELA Virtual Learning Specialist Shervette Miller-Payton as she explores strategies for explicit vocabulary instruction while focusing on meeting the rigor of the standards! Shervette shares actionable resources that teachers can implement in their classrooms the next day.

Looking for more reading comprehension tools for your repertoire? Join 6th-8th grade ELA Virtual Learning Specialist DaMeka Whitehead as she walks us through direct and explicit reading comprehension strategies for middle school learners! DaMeka shares practical resources that teachers can implement in their classrooms the next day.

This webinar is designed to support new teachers with effective strategies to adjust to their profession, district and school.

Are you looking for a high-quality induction support program for teachers that requires an investment from all stakeholders? This webinar is designed to address elements incorporated within districts’ induction programs and explore resources to help districts, schools and IHEs support effective teacher induction programs.

This is the first video in a four-part series that provides strategies and resources for gifted educators to cultivate creativity in their classroom. The webinar is led by Emily Harrison and Dawn Jeffers from Colombia County and focuses on the skill of brainstorming with examples and a practice session.

This is the second video in a four-part series that provides strategies and resources for gifted educators to support the collaborative delivery model. The webinar is led by Letitia Green and Tara Pitts from Atlanta Public Schools and focuses on strategies for effective co-planning, benefits and barriers to co-teaching and best practices for scheduling.

This is the fourth video in a four-part series that provides strategies and resources for gifted educators to support the collaborative delivery model. The webinar is led by Letitia Green and Tara Pitts from Atlanta Public Schools and focuses on gifted consultation and coaching, special populations, and gifted instructional strategies.

This is the third video in a four-part series that provides strategies and resources for gifted educators to cultivate creativity in their classroom. The webinar is led by Emily Harrison and Dawn Jeffers from Columbia County and includes the following activities: “Hink Pinks,” “Stories with Holes/Mysteries,” mind-storming questions and real-world problem solving.

Are you a new MTSS Coordinator? Perhaps you are a new MTSS Coach? As part of Georgia’s MTSS Summer Learning Series, this session is designed for you! The presenter will discuss foundational practices needed for coaching in a multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS), the essential components of MTSS, and the stages of implementation. Additionally, we will address aspects of the coaching cycle and effective coaching habits. Join us to learn how building alliances, listening intently, and questioning effectively can help you coach effectively.