Summer Work for Faculty

Teacher’s Mix work and play this summer

While the pace and workload certainly decrease for teachers in the summer months, there is still always much to be done and teacher’s thoughts are with their students. Our teachers have been sprinkling in professional development and certifications with vacations and family time this summer. Between a trip to Disneyland and time with the grandkids, Mr. Pack squeezed in a PD course or two. Mrs. Cowan also managed to attend reading training and a gifted conference between her weekends away. Mrs. Cowan and Ms. Grafton attended the first sessions of The Science of Reading Credential powered by ASU Prep Digital. Educators will be offered 13 sessions/workshops over the next 12 months covering topics such as:
Intro to the Science of Reading
Phonological Awareness
Understanding Dyslexia and other Reading Disabilities
Words
Fluency and Comprehension
Data & Micro Lessons
Vocabulary
Literacy Knowledge & Language Structure
Verbal reasoning & Closure

Even with most of our students (80%) testing on or above grade level in both reading and math, there is always more to learn, new teaching strategies and methodology, and the latest emerging research to ensure student success. Thanks to our teachers for recognizing the importance of remaining lifelong learners and seeking out the best for students!