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2020-21 Teacher's Choice
CREC Certified Staff Only
Description
Teacher’s Choice is an opportunity for second year and beyond CREC teachers to identify and pursue learning experiences specifically tailored to the needs of your school and classroom. The Teacher’s Choice process reinforces CREC’s Core Values by providing time to engage in self-directed, collaborative learning in order to develop creative solutions to educational challenges to meet the needs of our students. Our hope is that as you work in partnership with your colleagues, you will see an immediate impact on your practice and your students’ learning. (Note: Beginning teachers will be part of a New Teacher Cohort PLC on Teacher's Choice days.)
Session Type
Multiple Session
Year Code
2020-2021
Code
241-21-934-007
Activity Type
Online
Status
CLOSED
Maximum Attendance
900
Max # of Awards
9
Min # of Awards
0
Subject Area
[Collaborative Teams]
Target Audience
[Certified Staff ], [CREC Staff]
Area of Focus
[District - Equity], [District - Instruction], [District - Relationships]
Topic/Subject:  
934 Magnet Schools
Award
COC
Objectives
Certified Staff will participate in a professional learning community to investigate creative solutions to educational challenges related to Equity, Instruction or Relationships. Teachers will apply their learning to their unique roles and help to identify and share what works at CREC schools.
Additional Notes
Address
ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING

,  Connecticut 
Schedule(s)
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 10/21/20201:00PM4:00PM
000-Beginning Teacher Cohort (REQUIRED)
Beginning Teachers who are new to the profession will problem solve about things that come up in the classroom. Research shows that new teachers struggle with classroom management, motivation of students, dealing with the individual differences among students, assessing student work, and relationships with families. Therefore, these are some of the topics that will be discussed in the workshops as they relate to CREC students and families. ZOOM: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7065134436?pwd=MmVadnIyVGhtZ3Z1TlRMUitxNE4zQT09
ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
Connecticut

 10/21/20201:00PM4:00PM
003-Creating Flipped Classroom Lessons/Assignments
Teachers will work collaboratively to design Nearpod and recorded lessons for the intended purpose of flipped classroom design or "in class" flipped classroom. ZOOM: https://crec.zoom.us/j/94673274520?pwd=YXRKeFk2cHlBTjRLbE5ZVTY2S3ZSUT09
ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
Connecticut

 10/21/20201:00PM4:00PM
004-Designing authentic equitable learning activities
Teachers will work collaboratively to determine ways to engage students in distance learning activities that provide equitable, accessible, authentic learning opportunities for both in person and remote learners. Teachers will identify possible barriers and solutions so all students can participate fully in a rigorous educational program. ZOOM: https://crec.zoom.us/j/95850199312?pwd=OWRMY1lVYjllUEdLWU8xT3dNYS85UT09
ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
Connecticut

 10/21/20201:00PM4:00PM
005-Supporting Students with Disabilities through Distance Learning
Teachers will work aollaboratively to explore best practices and new approaches to support the needs of students with disabilities through distance education. This may include topics like data collection, assessment, and accessibility though various learning platforms. ZOOM: https://crec.zoom.us/j/89048920537?pwd=QmFIMitVNC9qd0pvakRza1B5TG0xQT09
ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
Connecticut

 10/21/20201:00PM4:00PM
006-Improving and Planning for Digital Learning
Teachers will work collaboratively to investigate and plan highly effective and engaging lessons using technology programs and/or Zoom. Teachers will reflect upon their current use of technology programs (Zearn, Learning A-Z, NearPod, SeeSaw, Plickers, Padlet, Discovery Education Network, Zoom etc.) and evaluate the effectiveness of implementation in the classroom both in person and digitally. Teachers will then identify a focus area and work to improve their practices in that area or program. ZOOM: https://crec.zoom.us/j/96881584662?pwd=VTEyZDNCd3pGVm9CUE9NU1RIcUNpdz09
ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
Connecticut

 10/21/20201:00PM4:00PM
007-Know Your Makerspace
Teachers will work collaboratively to get familiar with all the new technology in our building and envision how the new Makerspaces can be used often and well. ZOOM: https://crec.zoom.us/j/99528791205?pwd=elQvdk5CQ3FpN2xsbk1RaGRFUFdZQT09
ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
Connecticut

 10/21/20201:00PM4:00PM
008-Co-curricular Online Collaborations
Teachers will work collaboratively to share (and practice) ideas and resources (technological, rubrics, class management, organization, otherwise,) to increase equity and student engagement across grade levels and content areas in efforts to make stronger connections with students to provide them support, academically and social-emotionally. ZOOM: https://crec.zoom.us/j/94089226791?pwd=L2hEK2tsR2w4dzd5RVNtYTM0UXFiQT09
ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
Connecticut

 10/21/20201:00PM4:00PM
009-How Related Services can best support both in person and at home learners
Teachers will work collaboratively to "research, discuss, and implement best practices in our related fields, specifically geared towards balancing in person and distance learners at AAE MS/HS. ZOOM: https://www.bit.ly/SkitromoTC "
ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
Connecticut

 10/21/20201:00PM4:00PM
010-Equity Action Team
Teachers will work collaboratively to use data and feedback from staff and students to develop professional learning opportunities for AAE staff members related to racial identity awareness and culturally responsive teaching. ZOOM: https://crec.zoom.us/j/93967419372
ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
Connecticut

 10/21/20201:00PM4:00PM
011-Hybrid Learning Technology Workshop
Teachers will work collaboratively to create effective hybrid lessons using technology resources including Nearpod, Schoology, etc. ZOOM: https://crec.zoom.us/j/98649791431?pwd=UWljSGM2QzRaSVFJOVY2b0FBV1dzQT09
ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
Connecticut

 10/21/20201:00PM4:00PM
012-Special Education Collaboration
Teachers will work collaboratively to ensure that all student, but especially special education students, are actively engaged in grade level appropriate learning. ZOOM: https://crec.zoom.us/j/93840111273?pwd=amlHWVBOYUZSQUp1SEJ0ZGJFR2hTQT09
ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
Connecticut

 10/21/20201:00PM4:00PM
013-Streamlining Post-Secondary Transition Instruction for remote and in person learners in the resource setting
Teachers will work collaboratively to investigate and create post-secondary transition instruction for students in grades 9-12 ZOOM: https://crec.zoom.us/j/96067896552?pwd=aWxTb1N0RDRwTnFHTkd2ejl1K2F3Zz09
ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
Connecticut

 10/21/20201:00PM4:00PM
014- Nearpod- designing and utilizing for instruction and assessment
Teachers will work collaboratively to design nearpods that can be used for instructional and assessment purposes ZOOM: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/6813906281?pwd=MmNBUy9IeGN3THJPWUd4dVJoTDVkQT09
ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
Connecticut

 10/21/20201:00PM4:00PM
015- specialized instruction in the classrooms and online
Teachers will work collaboratively to plan instruction for in classroom and online specialized instruction using the LMIIP's accordingly and following new service protocol. Planning for students with IEP's allows them to have an equitable chance to be a part of the general education curriculum. ZOOM: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8913419046?pwd=VFNSMmMvcXNtam5Mc0t6OTNxWmFUQT09
ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
Connecticut

 10/21/20201:00PM4:00PM
016-Using Google Slides to Create Google Classroom Assignments
Teachers will work collaboratively to learn and use the features of google slides to create various types of assignments for a google classroom. ZOOM: https://crec.zoom.us/j/3049954421?pwd=Z3JSWVFGeFJoOVBNL2tJMHNQa1NHZz09
ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
Connecticut

 10/21/20201:00PM4:00PM
017-Examination of Equity
Teachers will work collaboratively to explore equitable practices and inconsistencies in their classrooms through reflection and investigative journalism. ZOOM: https://crec.zoom.us/j/98948806748?pwd=U1FoV3NTUFpza1hOUTJUK2xyMVN0Zz09
ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
Connecticut

 10/21/20201:00PM4:00PM
018-Creating Equitable PBIS in the 6th Grade HyFlex Model
Teachers will work collaboratively to design activities, lessons and incentives to make the 6th grade PBIS "Battle of the Heroes" equitable for all students in the HyFlex model. ZOOM: https://crec.zoom.us/j/96615105399?pwd=d1BvblNwN0JlUjAxblIvNVJ4MWhzZz09
ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
Connecticut

 10/21/20201:00PM4:00PM
019-Arts Middle Arts Team
Teachers will work collaboratively to improve curricula designed to be delivered remotely ZOOM: https://crec.zoom.us/j/8217968774?pwd=cHEwY01sRHlOWko0QUlsNEJBd05yZz09
ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
Connecticut

 10/21/20201:00PM4:00PM
020-HyFlex Teaching Technology Techniques
Teachers will work collaboratively to explore Google Classroom compatible technology resources that will make interacting with students through HyFlex learning more engaging, effective and productive. ZOOM: https://crec.zoom.us/j/97901224203
ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
Connecticut

 10/21/20201:00PM4:00PM
021-MSAP/Equity
Teachers will work collaboratively to complete Implicit Bias training. ZOOM: https://zoom.us/j/588912013?pwd=U1RvdDRQcWIxU2xocE1UdlNHcTNwQT09
ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
Connecticut

 10/21/20201:00PM4:00PM
022-Using Technology to Differentiate Instruction
Teachers will work collaboratively to use BOOM cards and seesaw to differentiate and accelerate learning. ZOOM: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/tZcudumgqT4sGNyFidjqf2zTwpejnXCXRMQh/ics?icsToken=98tyKuGrrToqEtOQthuPRpwqA4j4c_zwtiVdjY1EuhbhCTFVMBnCIfJHOLxHM-Di
ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
Connecticut

 10/21/20201:00PM4:00PM
023-Exploring resources for virtual instruction for identified students
Teachers will work collaboratively to compile virtual resources in reading, math, and writing along with behavioral supports to support students during remote learning. ZOOM: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2943775364?pwd=RE5NZGR0ckRxU1RmMkZOZnlicTl4UT09
ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
Connecticut

 10/21/20201:00PM4:00PM
024-Utilizing Seesaw and ZOOM for instruction and Assessment on Pre-K CDLA
Teachers will work collaboratively to design developmentally appropriate digital instruction for Pre-K that aligns with the DOTS. We also will come up with techniques, activities, and ideas on how to "authentically" and formally assess students utilizing both Seesaw and ZOOM. ZOOM: https://crec.zoom.us/j/97374712428?pwd=eXo0dEl2NHR4NHNUOXQ2blFXQWwwZz09
ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
Connecticut

 10/21/20201:00PM4:00PM
025-Creating Engagement during Remote Learning with Related Arts
Teachers will work collaboratively to "explore current tools within the district - Seesaw, Clever, Google Drive, etc. Look at best practices and what other schools/districts are doing. Explore online tools and resources help make virtual teaching and learning more manageable and more engaging for students. Examine existing curriculum and projects with a virtual learning lens. ZOOM: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88051798133?pwd=bTg4dHlRK2lkZGk5MXdFTlVCdXllQT09
ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
Connecticut

 10/21/20201:00PM4:00PM
026-STEM Zoom Instruction
Teachers will work collaboratively to design STEM Zoom lessons to engage students in the Zoom environment. ZOOM: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9611688485?pwd=S3k2OTZKZC8yY2J0SjAxSytsdU5uZz09
ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
Connecticut

 10/21/20201:00PM4:00PM
027-GEHMS Sped Team Case Collaboration/Support
Teachers will work collaboratively to share student case studies in order to design coherent, effective instruction targeting students' goals and objectives using available resources. ZOOM: https://crec.zoom.us/j/95437484813
ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
Connecticut

 10/21/20201:00PM4:00PM
028-Seesaw Training
Teachers will work collaboratively to increase our understanding of seesaw ZOOM: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86561200224?pwd=b2xCcTZtdW8yQTRhNjVXZjVscUdRUT09
ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
Connecticut

 10/21/20201:00PM4:00PM
029-Developing Outdoor Learning Environments through Garden Design
Teachers will work collaboratively to develop lessons to incorporate into our 2nd and 3rd science units that support both the unit goals and the garden grant initiative. ZOOM: https://crec.zoom.us/j/6386466896?pwd=VmFDNXlXYVVwMzVCYVZnZkRndjhGdz09
ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
Connecticut

 10/21/20201:00PM4:00PM
030-Math Instruction
Teachers will work collaboratively to improve our math instruction ZOOM: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89905232182?pwd=T1A5ajEzZjBSdk5RMzZieDRoaVNndz09
ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
Connecticut

 10/21/20201:00PM4:00PM
031-Incorporating Technology in Lesson Planning for In Person and CDLA at GEHMS
Teachers will work collaboratively to create engaging lessons for both in person and CDLA Kindergarten students. We will work together as a collaborative to team so that we will stay in pace with each other. ZOOM: https://crec.zoom.us/j/93815899218?pwd=RTFKNzVLNUFlUGJ5b0lweU1BMkhzQT09
ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
Connecticut

 10/21/20201:00PM4:00PM
032-Arts in Motion CDLA Planning
Teachers will work collaboratively to create integrated lessons and units of study for students in CDLA. ZOOM: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89822112303?pwd=VGRINURwbzhRT0dKcnJTa0IzemM1UT09
ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
Connecticut

 10/21/20201:00PM4:00PM
033-Technology for Student Engagement
Teachers will work collaboratively to research, implement & share technology resources that will increase student engagement & participation ZOOM: https://crec.zoom.us/j/94090351269?pwd=b3UyMnVPS2JUWVgyQXgyL3huaUUwdz09
ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
Connecticut

 10/21/20201:00PM4:00PM
034-Getting ready for distance learning with Google Classroom
Teachers will work collaboratively to practice, understand, and set up Google classroom ZOOM: https://crec.zoom.us/j/97072280222?pwd=QmpqUEFKVGlsVnlRa0ZYMzBUTXdDQT09
ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
Connecticut

 10/21/20201:00PM4:00PM
035-Iready-Deeper Understanding and Dive into the Data
Teachers will work collaboratively to understand the online assessment, diagnostic, data and application for in-school and distance learning. " i-Ready is a comprehensive assessment and instruction program that empowers educators with the resources they need to help all students succeed. By connecting Diagnostic data and Personalized Instruction, i-Ready reduces complexity, saves educators time, and makes differentiated instruction achievable in every classroom." ZOOM: https://crec.zoom.us/j/91611337552?pwd=NHBMMElLTy9lYVFPMXY4VURJTG50QT09
ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
Connecticut

 10/21/20201:00PM4:00PM
036-IMPACT: Building Experiential Learning & Community Connection Opportunities
Teachers will work collaboratively to review curriculum in order to brainstorm about, share, and establish community connections and resources for module (unit) planning. ZOOM: https://crec.zoom.us/j/7092201260?pwd=L3ArUlR4ZEI4dzJDYlVoQ0FZa0xpQT09
ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
Connecticut

 10/21/20201:00PM4:00PM
037-Integrating the Magnet Theme into Unit Planning
Teachers will work collaboratively to develop unit planners that integrate the magnet theme ZOOM: https://crec.zoom.us/j/96936149905?pwd=NURSWTRvTmJJbjBBZ3FvWWRtblNPdz09
ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
Connecticut

 10/21/20201:00PM4:00PM
038-MLC iReady Data and Teacher-Assigned Lessons
Teachers will work collaboratively to analyze iReady data and become proficient in assigning and using iReady lessons (and data) to differentiate and accelerate learning. ZOOM: https://crec.zoom.us/j/94049746417?pwd=alNCSEhkNVJQVnhCNGJPNnJjRmJtUT09
ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
Connecticut

 10/21/20201:00PM4:00PM
039-Exploring Digital Resources for Special Education
Teachers will work collaboratively to explore a new program (Moby Max): Instruction, reports, etc. ZOOM: https://crec.zoom.us/j/9895080490?pwd=VTIrcEVKczF4SWY3TWFidkw4STIwUT09
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Connecticut

 10/21/20201:00PM4:00PM
040-Integrating Montessori with Science and Social Studies
Teachers will work collaboratively to integrate Montessori lessons, principles, materials, and theory into the curriculum we use for Science and Social Studies as a district. ZOOM: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85090317498?pwd=S29Jb3JTRVB0ajRPUTZXdHp6cHVKdz09
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Connecticut

 10/21/20201:00PM4:00PM
041-Creating Montessori Materials aligned to CCSS and NGSS
Teachers will work collaboratively to create Montessori materials that address the targeted CCSS and NGSS standards that are missing in our albums. ZOOM: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85747572358?pwd=dUJjT3hZN1QwUjhYQmd6aGJuUDNMZz09
ONLINE VIRTUAL MEETING
Connecticut