An essential component of ensuring all children can succeed in ND schools is the work of our occupational and physical therapy and speech language pathology programs! Yesterday we kicked off our annual ND School-Based Occupational and Physical Therapy Conference with sessions on building the foundation of relating related services, collaborative goal writing, service delivery, and updates from the Department of Public Instruction! We were also excited to offer this programming to our speech language pathology programs for the first time in our conference history!
10 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
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This Service Saturday - learn about how success is measured in the Reading Corps program!
10 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
To measure student success in the program, North Dakota Reading Corps conducts benchmark assessments in the fall, winter, and spring. These are one-minute assessments from Formative Assessment for Teachers (FAST), from the University of Minnesota, and include Letter Naming Fluency, Letter Sound Fluence, Nonsense Word Fluency, and CBM-Reading (3 passages). Additionally, progress monitoring assessments are conducted weekly to gauge the effectiveness of each intervention and progress of the student
Unlike all the other Driving Math Success workshop sessions, this one is only offered September 12th! Sign up today: https://members.ndrea.org/ap/Events/Register/kgF9Z9YhzCVC1
10 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
Driving Math Success - online workshop series (1 continuing education credit available). Audience - K-12 Math Educators; Admin/Supts.; Curriculum Directors; First Year Teachers; Instructional Coaches; K-12 Principals; Title Teachers. Contact for more information: erin.lacina@nescnd.org. Dr. Lang-Raad will present virtual professional development opportunities on four topics - each offered twice (with the exception of formative assessment and student goal-setting: one option only). We look forward to engaging with you in real time! recordings of sessions will not be captured. Mathematics: formative assessment and student goal-setting (only one session - september 12th). Participants will refine Common Formative Assessments (CFAs) developed through the summer Driving Math Success course or create new CFAs for the remaining units, ensuring assessment items span tasks aligned with the North Dakota attributes, proficiency scales, and the five mathematical proficiency strands. The session will also cover establishing common scoring agreements. Educators will then delve into the formative assessment process, enabling students to engage in self-reflection and set meaningful learning goals. By integrating these practices, teachers can foster a growth mindset and empower students to take ownership of their learning journey.
Another workshop with expert Dr. Lang-Raad?! You bet! Sign up for September 11's workshop and leave with actionable plans to address student needs and improve learning outcomes. Register here: https://members.ndrea.org/ap/Events/Register/J5FNEbJCJCzC3
10 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
Driving Math Success - online workshop series (1 continuing education credit available). Audience - K-12 Math Educators; Admin/Supts.; Curriculum Directors; First Year Teachers; Instructional Coaches; K-12 Principals; Title Teachers. Contact for more information: erin.lacina@nescnd.org. Dr. Lang-Raad will present virtual professional development opportunities on four topics - each offered twice (with the exception of formative assessment and student goal-setting: one option only). We look forward to engaging with you in real time! recordings of sessions will not be captured. Mathematics: formative assessment and student goal-setting (only one session - september 12th). Participants will refine Common Formative Assessments (CFAs) developed through the summer Driving Math Success course or create new CFAs for the remaining units, ensuring assessment items span tasks aligned with the North Dakota attributes, proficiency scales, and the five mathematical proficiency strands. The session will also cover establishing common scoring agreements. Educators will then delve into the formative assessment process, enabling students to engage in self-reflection and set meaningful learning goals. By integrating these practices, teachers can foster a growth mindset and empower students to take ownership of their learning journey.
Can't make the workshop on September 9th? No problem! Join September 10th to discuss homework and grading practices! Register here: https://members.ndrea.org/ap/Events/Register/g4FqN6lCzCyCo. All sessions are being led by Dr. Lang-Raad. Dr. Lang-Raad is an educator, speaker, and author whose career has spanned a variety of roles including teacher, administrator, education supervisor at NASA's Johnson Space Center, and more!
10 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
"Driving Math Success - online workshop series (1continuing education credit available). Audience - K-12 Math Educators; Admin/Supts.; Curriculum Directors; First Year Teachers; Instructional Coaches; K-12 Principals; Title Teachers. Contact for more information: erin.lacina@nescnd.org. Dr. Lang-Raad will present virtual professional development opportunities on four topics - each offered twice (with the exception of formative assessment and student goal-setting: one option only). We look forward to engaging with you in real time! recordings of sessions will not be captured. Mathematics: homework & grading practices Option 1: September 10th | Option 2: November 13th This PD offering focuses on the purpose and design of homework and grading practices. Participants will explore how to create quality independent practice assignments that reinforce classroom learning and promote student understanding. The session will also delve into the principles of effective grading, emphasizing grading as a form of feedback rather than just evaluation. Participants will work together to establish common grading practices that are fair, consistent, and aligned with learning goals. By the end of the day, educators will have a clear framework for homework and grading that supports student learning and growth."
We have less than 1 week until the first session in the Driving Math Success Workshop Series with Dr. Lang-Raad! We'll be highlighting individual sessions in this workshop for the rest of the week because you do not want to miss this! Join national education expert, Dr. Lang-Raad on September 9th and leave with practical tools and strategies to enhance your Tier 2 intervention efforts! Register Here: https://members.ndrea.org/ndrea-events/Details/ndrea-mathematics-designing-effective-tier-2-interventions-option-1-september-9th-2024-virtual-single-day-event-1172661?sourceTypeId=Website
10 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
NDREA logo - Driving Math Success online workshop series (1-2 continuing education credits available) Audience - K-12 Math Educators; Admin/Supts.; Curriculum Directors; First Year Teachers; Instructional Coaches; K-12 Principals; Title Teachers. Sessions date option 1 date option 2 mathematics: designing effective tier 2 interventions september 9th 9:00 am - 4:00 pm november 12th 9:00 am - 4:00 pm mathematics: homework & grading practices september 10th 9:00 am - 4:00 pm november 13th 9:00 am - 4:00 pm mathematics: data-driven instruction - analyzing student work september 11th 9:00 am - 4:00 pm november 14th 9:00 am - 4:00 pm mathematics: formative assessment and student goal-setting ONLY 1 SESSION september 12th 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Register for Sessions on the ND REA website Dr. Lang-Raad will present virtual professional development opportunities on four topics - each offered twice (with the exception of formative assessment and student goal-setting: one option only). We look forward to engaging with you in real time! recordings of sessions will not be captured. All sessions will be virtual with a 30-minute lunch break from 12:00 - 12:30. Presented by Dr. Nathan Lang-Raad. Contact for More Info: Erin.Lacina@nescnd.org
NDREA Sessions - all sessions are virtual and synchronous. Mathematics: Designing Effective Tier 2 Interventions - Option 1: September 9th | Option 2: November 12th This session is dedicated to helping participants develop high-quality Tier 2 interventions that are responsive to student needs. Using evaluation tools, participants will learn to design interventions that are both targeted and effective. The session will include best practices for identifying students who need additional support, developing intervention plans, and monitoring student progress. Educators will leave with practical tools and strategies to enhance their Tier 2 intervention efforts. Key elements include creating specific, evidence-based interventions, utilizing tools to evaluate intervention effectiveness, identifying students needing extra support beyond Tier 1, and implementing systems to track and measure student progress.
Ever wonder what strategies our tutors use to help students improve their reading? Today's Service Saturday highlights three methods we train all tutors in: phoneme blending, letter sound correspondence, and duet reading!
10 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
"what strategies are used? tutors are trained to deliver 10 research based supplemental reading interventions highlights include: • Phoneme Blending: The student builds the skill of blending individual phonemes (smallest individual units of sound of spoken language) into words. • Letter Sound Correspondence: The student builds the skill of associating the correct sounds with letters. • Duet Reading: The student builds fluency skills with modeling and practice "
Happy Service Saturday! Our tutors come from a variety of backgrounds with diverse experiences, but they all have some things in common. Check out more information on our tutors here: https://fs16.formsite.com/servetogrow/images/Position_Description_-_Reading_Tutor.pdf
11 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
"who are reading corps tutors: Reading Corps tutors have signed up for a year of national service as AmeriCorps members. • Reading Corps tutors are not employees of the school district, nor are they paraprofessionals. • In order to become a Reading Corps tutor, candidates must be at least 18 years old, have a high school diploma, and be a Legal Permanent Resident or US Citizen. • Candidates do not need a background in education to apply—we train and coach each tutor in proven strategies to help students succeed. We simply look for individuals who are responsible, organized, motivated, and that can speak, read, and write English fluently. "
Students are heading back to school, and so are our tutors! We'll be highlighting tutors throughout the school year, and our first spotlight is here! Thank you for your work as an Early Learning Corps Tutor, Tia!
11 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
Tutor spotlight Tia Lewis: Early Learning Corps Tutor. Favorite Part of Tutoring My favorite part is seeing how much the children learn after a full school year of Early Learning Corps. Looking at the growth at the end of the year, there is nothing more rewarding for us as teachers and also the children! I Wish Everyone Knew Early Learning Corps is such a rewarding program. Just think about all the needs your children could be getting by implementing this into their daily school days! It's so fun seeing their growth, but the best part of all is that they have FUN too!
It's the season of back to school, and we are still looking for tutors! While we have spots to fill all over North Dakota, we are still looking for around 10 tutors in Minot. Do you know someone in Minot looking for fulfilling, part-time work? Share this post with them! More information on AmeriCorps tutoring programs in ND: https://www.ndseec.com/page/americorps-programs-in-north-dakota
11 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
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Save the Date! Join us November 14-15 for Features of Effective Math Instruction (FEMI) as we investigate the key features that lead to effective instruction and increased achievement in math. Registration coming soon!
11 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
"Features of Effective Math Instruction - This workshop investigates the key features that lead to effective instruction and increased achievement in math. The features include: Explicit instruction with modeling Multiple opportunities to practice and respond plus immediate and corrective feedback Spiraling cumulative mixed review and procedural skill and fluency Instructional Analysis of current math textbook using Textbook Effective Math Instruction Scoring Rubric 1 Credit Available through Valley City State University. Fargo, ND 8:30AM - 3:30PM registration at 8:00 AM. November 14-15, 2024. PRESENTED BY: Dr. Ryan Lyson Math Specialist AUDIENCE: Elementary and secondary teachers, school administrators, instructional coaches, and NDREA staff COST: $50/participant. QUESTIONS + INFORMATION ryan.lyson@k12.nd.us"
It's Service Saturday! Today - all about who our Reading Corps tutors serve!
11 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
"Kindergarten - 3rd grade students falling in the 49th percentile or below for reading Students who need reading skill practice versus intensive reading instruction in longer daily sessions Students receiving special education or English Language services are eligible on a case-by-case basis, as determined by the Internal Coach in collaboration with school staff"
We're getting excited for this year's School-Based OT/PT Conference! We are also excited to announce that it was recently approved by the NDSBE on Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology! Speech Language Pathology Providers are able to attend and receive ALL 12 credits (this will include both SLPs and SLP/LAs)! Registration closes August 29th and our hotel block at the Holiday Inn is open until August 23rd. Register now: https://members.ndrea.org/ap/Events/Register/WqFBRVbIaCJCE
11 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
North Dakota School-Based OT/PT Conference. Register now, Sept. 12-13, 2024. Holiday Inn Fargo, 3803 13th Ave S, Fargo, ND 58103. Registration is open!
Education 🤝 Acronyms One acronym you’ll want to mark down is FEMI (Features of Effective Math Instruction)! We have two different FEMI-based learning opportunities this fall. The first we’ll be highlighting is FEMI: Retention. We are offering FEMI: Retention in Fargo AND Jamestown! Click here to register for 9/23 (Fargo, K-5): https://ndregionaleducation.growthzoneapp.com/ap/Events/Register/EqFYo1eIgC6C9 Click here to register for 9/24 (Fargo, 6-12): https://ndregionaleducation.growthzoneapp.com/ap/Events/Register/XqFADakI7CDCz Click here to register for 10/21 (Jamestown, K-5): https://members.ndrea.org/ap/Events/Register/wZFqAd8feCxCw Click here to register for 10/22 (Jamestown, 6-12): https://ndregionaleducation.growthzoneapp.com/ap/Events/Register/eZFQR9QHYCWCq
11 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
Features of Effective Math Instruction: REtention. This workshop investigates the concept of learner retention and the importance of retrieval strategies to use in the classroom to increase math achievement. The workshop will cover the following: Curve of Forgetting Retrieval Strategies Spaced Learning Over Time (SLOT) Interleaved Practice Format (IPF). Sept. 23rd Grades K-5 Sept. 24th Grades 6 - 12. Fargo, ND. 8:30AM - 3:30PM Registration at 8:00AM Avalon Event Center 2525 9th Ave. South Fargo, ND 58104. QUESTIONS + INFO: ryan.lyson@k12.nd.us PRESENTED BY: Dr. Ryan Lyson AUDIENCE: Elementary and Secondary teachers, school administrators, instructional coaches, and NDREA staff COST: $25/participant. QUESTIONS + INFO: ryan.lyson@k12.nd.us PRESENTED BY: Dr. Ryan Lyson AUDIENCE: Elementary and Secondary teachers, school administrators, instructional coaches, and NDREA staff COST: $25/participant. questions + info: ryan.lyson@k12.nd.us
"Features of Effective Math Instruction: REtention This workshop investigates the concept of learner retention and the importance of retrieval strategies to use in the classroom to increase math achievement. The workshop will cover the following: Curve of Forgetting Retrieval Strategies Spaced Learning Over Time (SLOT) Interleaved Practice Format (IPF) Sept. 23rd Grades K-5 Sept. 24th Grades 6 - 12. Fargo, ND. 8:30AM - 3:30PM Registration at 8:00AM. Avalon Event Center 2525 9th Ave. South Fargo, ND 58104. QUESTIONS + INFO: ryan.lyson@k12.nd.us PRESENTED BY: Dr. Ryan Lyson AUDIENCE: Elementary and Secondary teachers, school administrators, instructional coaches, and NDREA staff COST: $25/participant. QUESTIONS + INFO: ryan.lyson@k12.nd.us PRESENTED BY: Dr. Ryan Lyson AUDIENCE: Elementary and Secondary teachers, school administrators, instructional coaches, and NDREA staff COST: $25/participant" questions + info: ryan.lyson@k12.nd.us
Happy Service Saturday! Are you looking to serve your community on a weekly basis? Learn more about how much time is needed to be a Reading Corps tutor!
11 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
What is the time commitment for a tutor? Reading Corps tutors have options when it comes to time commitments! 450 Hours/School Year 15 Hours/Week 675 Hours/School Year 20 Hours/Week 900 Hours/School Year 28 Hours/Week Individual schedules may vary per each tutor and school, but tutors work consistent schedules M-F during school hours.
We've been talking a lot about Reading Corps, so today we're going to focus on another one of our excellent programs - Math Corps! We're still looking for tutors to join our October cohort - applications are open until September 14th. Find out more information here: https://www.ndseec.com/o/seec/page/program-impact-math
11 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
MATH CORPS WORKS In a randomized controlled trial, 4th - 8th grade students receiving Math Corps tutoring for 90 minutes each week were 2 - 3 months ahead of their expected trajectory!
If education was in the Olympics, we'd give gold medals to all of our dedicated educators who took time out of their summer breaks to join us at the first ND Science of Reading Literacy Summit two weeks ago! You inspired us with your insightful questions and palpable excitement for the work you do. We know that you're going to pair the knowledge you gained with your passion for students in this upcoming school year and make it the best one yet!
11 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
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people talking about a slide that reads let's practice continuous improvement together potential problem topics (assessment - identification/decision making/diagnostics), (implementation - logistics, fidelity, coaching), (intervention - evidence-base/match with student need/feasibility), and group questions
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Two back-to-back conferences? No problem! Our superstar team helped put on the Science of Reading Literacy Summit with CREA last week and hosted the North Dakota Out-of-School Time and Early Childhood Summit this week. See highlights from our summits over the next few weeks as we start to get excited for the upcoming school year!
12 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
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Attention retirees! Reading and Math Corps tutors receive an education award after successfully completing a school year of service. But did you know that tutors who are ages 55+ on their first day of service may transfer the education award to a child, grandchild, or foster child within seven years? Apply to be a tutor today: https://fs16.formsite.com/servetogrow/Tutor-App24-25/index
12 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
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Happy Service Saturday! Today we're focusing on Reading Corps! What is Reading Corps? Reading Corps, an AmeriCorps program, engages people in service while providing a monthly living allowance and an education award that can be used for college tuition or student loans. Reading Corps tutors serve part-time throughout the school year at a designated host school, with the goal of helping every child become a successful reader by the end of 3rd grade. Interested? Contact Maria Bigelow at maria.bigelow@k12.nd.us!
12 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
Text on graphic reads What is Reading Corps? Reading Corps is an AmeriCorps program that engages people in service while providing a monthly living allowance and an education award that can be used for college tuition or student loans. Reading Corps tutors serve part-time throughout the school year at a designated host school, with the goal of helping every child become a successful reader by the end of 3rd grade.