December 14th, 2020

Elementary ELA - Top Resources to Get the Help You Need!

By Anne Folsom - Elementary ELA TOSA
We all know that time is the most precious resource of all - for people in all professions, but for teachers especially!  If you’re looking for help with all things ELA, start here:
Elementary ELA Resources for 2020 - 2021
This document is also linked in each unit in Bridge to Curriculum.  Here you will find:

• Professional development sessions (slides and videos) about
  • Teaching a Remote Workshop
  • Planning Using the New ELA Units
  • Introduction to the New ELA Units
  • Introduction to Proficiency Scales
  • Multi-Grade Considerations
• Quick Links to:
  • All vocabulary for each grade level
  • All proficiency scales for each grade level
  • All curriculum Maps for Each grade level
  • Lucy RUOS YAAG
• Sample Lesson Plans for Narrative, Informational, and Research (coming 12/16) units

Another consideration for your professional learning needs is the Marzano Webinar Series.  This series of Webinars explain in depth the process and rationale behind proficiency scales in Jeffco.  There are 6 webinars in the series, and you are able to receive clock hour credit for reviewing all 6.  Just search #webinar here in the blog for quick access to all 6 webinars.  Then use this link for a little reflection and to get your clock hours.
Finally, USE YOUR TOSAs!  We are here to help you as you navigate these unusual times.  Have questions about planning, or finding resources, or using assessments, or anything ELA - just ask.  We’re available through email or chat, or you can always come to office hours (daily 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM) to talk to a friendly C&I colleague and get some support.
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Thank you for all you do - and please reach out if there are resources you’re looking for or questions you have.
Kristina Harris (kristina.harris@jeffco.k12.co.us)
Toni Bower (anntonette.bower@jeffco.k12.co.us)
Anne Folsom (anne.folsom@jeffco.k12.co.us)
Apryl Thompson (apryl.thompson@jeffco.k12.co.us)

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