Dartmouth Public Schools Project TIME: Teacher Induction & Mentoring Experience 2019-2020

1. Welcome to Dartmouth Public Schools Project TIMETeacher Induction &Mentoring Experience 2019-2020

2. Mission Statement The mission of Dartmouth Public Schools Project TIME (Teacher Induction and Mentoring Experience) is to support the success of teachers, whether new to the profession or simply new to the district, as well as the veteran teachers who mentor them; thus, providing improved instructional practices and increased student achievement resulting in “Quality Education for All Learners.”

3. Contact Information Tracy Oliveira Director of Teaching and Learning 8 Bush Street Dartmouth, MA 02747 508-997-3391 Ext. 1107 tracyoliveira@dartmouthschools.org

4. AGENDA Day 1 • Welcome • Overview of Project TIME • Reimbursement Procedure (Laurie Wilkins) • Break • Brain Based Therapeutic Principals (Carolyn McKearney) • LUNCH!! • Rubicon and TeachPoint • Curriculum (Carl Robidoux) • Skillful Teachers (Catherine Pavao) • Spotlights

5. AGENDA Day 2 • Welcome • Dartmouth Educators Association (Renee Vieira) • District Improvement Plan & Policies • ALICE Training (Dartmouth Police) • LUNCH!! • Aspen and AESOP (Hallie Larocque) • Classroom Simulation • Spotlights & Review

6. Introductions

7. Project TIMETeacher Induction & Mentoring Experience2019-2020

8. Induction vs. Mentoring • Induction is a process. • Mentoring is an action. • Induction provides group support. • Mentoring provides one-on-one support. • Induction focuses on a broad district-wide perspective. • Mentoring focuses on individual teachers. • Induction programs may or may not have a mentoring component. • Mentoring is a useful component of an induction program.

9. The Law Says… • “All school districts are required to provide an induction program for all teachers in their first year of practice [603 CMR 7.12].” • Orientation • Mentors • Support Team • Release Time

10. The Research Says… • “Studies have shown the single greatest effect on student achievement is teacher quality.” U.S. Department of Education. (2004). A guide to education and No Child Left Behind. Washington, DC: Author.

11. 14% of first time teachers quit in their first year; 33% will leave within 3 years; and after 5 years, 50% of all new teachers will have exited the profession. Ingersoll, R. (2003). Is there really a teacher shortage? University of Washington: Center for the Study of Teaching and Policy.

12. Mission Statement The mission of Dartmouth Public Schools Project TIME (Teacher Induction and Mentoring Experience) is to support the success of teachers, whether new to the profession or simply new to the district, as well as the veteran teachers who mentor them; thus, providing improved instructional practices and increased student achievement resulting in “Quality Education for All Learners.”

13. Role of the Mentor Teacher… • Meet regularly with assigned new teacher(s) • Maintain a level of confidentiality & objectivity • Reinforce school/district policies & procedures • Refer teacher to other support personnel, as needed • Be willing to observe and to be observed • Provide constructive feedback • Serve as a resource • Be a reflective practitioner • Attend meetings related to Project TIME • Participate in evaluation of Project TIME

16. Role of New Teacher… • Meet regularly with assigned mentor • Welcome support from mentor • Maintain a level of confidentiality & objectivity • Follow school/district policies & procedures • Be willing to observe and to be observed • Be open to constructive feedback • Be a reflective practitioner • Attend meetings related to Project TIME • Participate in evaluation of Project TIME

17. Role of Director of Mentoring… • Keep up to date with the research base on induction and mentoring • Assist in the training of mentors • Communicate regularly with mentors and new teachers • Act as a liaison to principals and administration • Maintain a level of confidentiality & objectivity • Plan meetings related to Project TIME • Plan and implement evaluation of Project TIME

18. Typical Induction Activities August (before the start of the school year): • Meet Mentors and tour building Introductory Meeting • Greetings • Project TIME Overview • DEA Introduction • District Initiatives • District Policies

19. Welcome Back Meeting Back To School PD Day-Monday, August 26th Pre-Gathering • Mentors and mentees meet before joining the district faculty • Mentees receive button • Mentors accompany mentees to Welcome Back Activities

20. September (First School Committee Meeting): Pre-Gathering • Mentors and mentees meet with School Committee Members prior to scheduled meeting School Committee Meeting • Mentors and Mentees are formally introduced to School Committee Members

21. Induction Meetings: • Emergency Planning – ALICE • Technology • Curriculum • Behavioral Strategies • Special Education Laws and Regulations • Prepare for Year 2

22. Project TIME Induction SCHEDULE

23. One on One with Mentor • Goal Setting • Individual Professional Development Plan • Report Cards • Parent Communication/Open House • Curriculum

24. The Beginning Teacher &The “New” Experienced Teacher

25. Beginning Teacher NeedsWhat does the research say? • Managing the classroom/Discipline • Motivating students • Meeting students’ individual needs • Communicating with parents • Planning class work • Evaluating student work • Organizing the classroom • Coping with the workload • Relating with colleagues

26. The “New” Experienced Teacher • School Culture • Logistical Support • Emotional and Social Support • Support of Professional Development • Support of Content Knowledge, Pedagogy, and Reflection

27. Phases of First Year Teachers’ Attitudes Towards Teaching Anticipation Anticipation Reflection HEL! Survival Rejuvenation Disillusionment Moir, E. (1990). Phases of first year teachers’ attitudes towards teaching. University of CA, Santa Cruz: New Teacher Center.

28. YEAR 2 Moving from Initial to Professional License

29. Fold the Line

30. Reimbursement Procedure

31. BREAK

32. Brain Based Therapeutic Principals

33. LUNCH

34. Rubicon and TeachPoint

35. Brain Break Would You Rather! • Would you rather only have summer or winter for the rest of your life? • Would you rather go on a hike or see a movie? • Would you rather go to a concert or read a book? • Would you rather spend the rest of your life with a sailboat as your home or an RV as your home?

36. Curriculum

38. Bios & Evaluation • Staff Spotlight– karenscorpio@dartmouthschools.org

39. Welcome BackDay 2 Dartmouth Public Schools Project TIMETeacher Induction &Mentoring Experience2018-2019

40. AGENDA Day 2 • Welcome • Dartmouth Educators Association (Renee Vieira) • District Improvement Plan & Policies • ALICE Training (Dartmouth Police) • LUNCH!! • Aspen and AESOP (Hallie Larocque) • Classroom Simulation • Spotlights & Review

41. Penny For Your Thoughts!

42. Dartmouth Educators Association(DEA)

43. DIP’s and SIP’s

44. DPS and Policies Who we are? Policies • School Committee • Policies

45. BREAK

46. DPDALICE Training

47. LUNCH

48. Aspen And Aesop

49. Classroom Salutation