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News and Events for December 4 through December 15, 2023

📢 Unlock the Power of Words: Dive into Adolescent Literacy with Our Exclusive K-12 Principals Network Recording! 📚✨

Embark on a transformative journey into the realm of adolescent literacy with our latest K-12 Principal's Network recording, meticulously crafted to empower you with invaluable insights and actionable strategies. Elevate your vocabulary instruction game with proven routines that make learning words a dynamic and engaging process. Discover how explicit vocabulary instruction can bridge gaps, boost academic achievement, and equip students with the linguistic tools they need for success.

Check out this video of Anita Archer using this routine in a sixth grade class.

Check out this video from the SST8 November Adolescent Literacy meeting.

Combating Chronic Absenteeism

DID YOU KNOW?

Student attendance is directly linked to academic performance and graduation rates, and even predictive of future work performance! During our 2.5 hour session, SST8 consultants will help you identify root causes of absenteeism, strategies to combat it, and provide time to create a plan., and provide time to create a plan.

December 5, 2023 9-11:30am at the Summit ESC

Check Out Our Latest Podcast Season!

Welcome to the 9th season of the 8 with 8 podcast: "The Co-Teaching Chronicles." SST8 has been doing a lot of work to support co-teachers over the past two years, and we have met some incredible educators with great stories and insights into co-teaching. We’re excited to kick this season off with a setting that may be unfamiliar to many of our listeners, but one that serves an important function in our region: a dropout recovery and prevention community school named Towpath Trail High School in Akron. Take a listen to our first episode of the season and learn how, despite the challenges they face, students at Towpath Trail get that “warm cookie straight out of the oven” feeling.

Teacher Efficacy: What is it and Why does it Matter?

In our ongoing commitment to fostering excellence in education, we are thrilled to bring you a spotlight feature on a topic that lies at the heart of effective teaching — Teacher Efficacy. This transformative force is more than just a concept; it's a mindset that has the power to reshape the educational landscape. Read this article to learn more.

Amazing Opportunity for Young Adults

with Developmental & Intellectual Disabilities!

Get the word out about the Clark Inclusive Scholars Program at BGSU Firelands in Huron, OH, which is a program for students with Developmental Disabilities and Intellectual Disabilities to get a college experience and prepare them for life after the program. Click the flyer on the right for more information! You can even have the program director visit your district!

Key Details:

Campus Tours - https://admissions.bgsu.edu/portal/firelands_clark_scholars
10 students per year - Filled past two years so apply early
$1000 per year - no extra cost and financial aid is available for students that qualify. No housing on campus
Individualized academic and career goals for the best outcomes!

Clark Scholars Application

Clark Scholars Classes

Clark Scholars Reference Letter

Contact Director Kyle Closen for more info! kclosen@bgsu.edu

Those of you who joined our Region 8 Literacy Leader Network last year learned about creating decision rules from Barberton Preschool, that 30,000-foot view. Those who joined the most recent R8LL network had the opportunity to see those decision rules in action at ground level as BPS Interventionist Raetina Giovanini shared her knowledge and experiences with the group.

If you haven’t joined, what are you waiting for? Your colleagues are working together to create instructional playbooks including evidence-based practices to help ALL readers reach their full potential. Registration

"Time to Act: Making Data Work for Students."

🍎📊✨Unlock the potential of data-driven education with our featured article. This compelling read dives into the pivotal role of data quality in shaping a future where informed decisions drive academic success.

In this article, discover why prioritizing data quality is crucial for fostering a learning environment that thrives on accurate and reliable information. 📈💡 Explore insights from education experts, providing a roadmap for ensuring the integrity of the data that guides your school's journey toward excellence.

🤔 How can high-quality data empower educators, improve student outcomes, and streamline administrative processes? Find answers to these questions and more as we navigate the evolving landscape of data management tailored specifically for the education sector.

Whether you're a seasoned educational leader or a passionate advocate for student success, this article is your gateway to understanding the transformative impact of data in education! 🏫🔍

Empower yourself with insights that will shape the future of education. 🚀📊 Don't miss out—join us in championing data excellence to create a brighter, more informed future for your students.

Louder Than Words: Pediatric Speech Disorders Skyrocket Throughout Pandemic

Diagnosed speech delays and disturbances more than doubled in children, with infants and toddlers most affected post pandemic.

Read More Here

Career Planning for Graduation and Beyond Series

In collaboration with Ohio College Tech Prep, SSTs across Ohio will be providing a series of sessions geared toward Career Planning for Graduation and Beyond. This is a “Choose Your Own Adventure” series. We want you to select the sessions that best assist you with planning for Career Advising, Graduation Requirements, and Career Readiness for ALL your students. These sessions are for everyone.

Why attend:

utilize the graduation plan and other tools available to plan for meaningful career-related experiences and courses for all students
expand the career learning opportunities available to all students
learn more about the Career Readiness competency alternative within the Ohio Graduation Requirements
gain a better understanding of specific Industry Recognized Credentials (IRCs)
provide senior-only credentials

Click on the image for registration and access to the site

Statewide CTE/SPED

Leaders Network

This network will meet four times per year to provide universal professional development on various topics related to Career-Technical Education, equitable access to CTE programs, CTE federal and state mandates, as well as an opportunity for networking through regional breakout rooms. Meetings will be held virtually via Zoom from 9-11am. Any CTE Director, Special Education Coordinator, Director of Student Services & Building Administrator are invited to attend. Please click on the dates below to register for each meeting through SST3's registration form:

February 28, 2024

April 17, 2024

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