Staff Maxims T-Shirts: Foster a Sense of Connection and Community with Staff and Students
This activity was shared by Todd Miller, superintendent at Santiam Canyon School District, in a Crowdsource Webinar on October 20, 2022.
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Tag: Instructional Practices
Holistic Student Empowerment: Letting Student Voice Lead the Way
This resource provides research and ideas from trauma-responsive schools connected through the "Rural Vitality Lab" based in Maine and explains the li…
Historically Responsive Literacy Framework: Cultivating Holistic Learners & Citizens
In this interview, Gholdy Muhammad explains elements of his Historically Responsive Literacy Framework. It explores the questions of: How does our cur…
Culturally Responsive Teaching: Ensuring ALL Students Learning & “Ready for Rigor”
Culturally responsive teaching (CRT) is often and understandably confused with other educational practices and models such as multicultural education,…
Celebrate Student Assets: Understanding the Different Types of Human Capital
Educators may have a habit of looking at students through the lens of what is missing, or what isn't fair in their lives (the deficit perspective). Ex…
Assess the Four Keys in Action: Find Challenges and Opportunities in the Classroom Using Think, Know, Act, and Go
Observe classrooms to find examples of Think, Know, Act and Go and use your observations to reflect on challenges and opportunities to student readine…
Establish Equitable Grading Practices Throughout Your School: School in Action – Samueli Academy
Equitable grading is one of the most inclusive practices a school can have in place. This Big Play requires time and intentional planning in order to …
Incorporate Social and Emotional Learning into Routines & Rituals: Optimistic Closures to Class and Meetings
Educators and OST providers understand and believe in the power of SEL, but often seek clarity about how to demonstrate and observe SEL in action.
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Incorporate SEL in the Classroom: Engaging Strategies for Brain Breaks and Transitions
Educators and OST providers understand and believe in the power of SEL, but often seek clarity about how to demonstrate and observe SEL in action.
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Incorporate SEL into Routines & Rituals: Open Class and Meetings With a Welcoming Inclusion Activity
Educators and OST providers understand and believe in the power of SEL, but often seek clarity about how to demonstrate and observe SEL in action.
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