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M ay 14, 2009. ARCHDIOCESE OF HARTFORD. Archdiocesan ADMINISTRATORS’ presentation. T- echnology I- ntegration E- xpectations T.I.E ing Technology with Teaching and Learning. DRAFT. E:ADH Technology Integration Expectations DRAFT 2009.doc. 3 Strands.
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May 14, 2009 ARCHDIOCESE OF HARTFORD Archdiocesan ADMINISTRATORS’ presentation V. Mara, Office of Catholic Schools, Director of Curriculum Design
T-echnology I-ntegration E-xpectationsT.I.E ing Technology with Teaching and Learning DRAFT • E:\ADH Technology Integration Expectations DRAFT 2009.doc
3 Strands • Teaching and Learning with Technology • Ethics and Safety • Technology Operations • and Concepts (Curriculum & Software) (Hardware & Applications)
Technology Pages Include: • Student Expectations by grade levels • Suggestions for Integrating Technology into the Curriculum along with References and Websites • Internet / Technology
ADH Technology Self-Assessment Rubric • E:\ADH Technology Self-Assessment Rubric 2009.doc
Thank you! ADH Curriculum Commission • Mary Beth Applegate, Holy Trinity School, Wallingford • Tracey Arbo, Corpus Christi, Wethersfield • Bryan Cosham, St. Mary School, Newington • Connie Cyr, St. Joseph School, Meriden • Jennifer Furlong, St. Brigid School, West Hartford • Kathleen Gauthier, St. Timothy School, West Hartford • Jodi-lyn Lawrence, St. Rose, School, East Hartford • Pamela Lupo, St. Bridget School, Cheshire • Charlene Mongillo, St. Bernard School, Enfield • Judy Rowinski, St. Bridget School, Cheshire
Curriculum Updates Our continuing mission… • PROVIDE A GUARANTEED AND VIABLE CURRICULUM “The NUMBER ONE factor for increasing levels of learning.” Marzano; Porter; Lezotte
What Does This Mean? • Same essential standards • Quarter to quarter scope and sequence • Common assessments at end of each quarter • Review and end-of-course/year exams Schmoker; Rosenholtz; Berliner/Walberg; Calkins
What’s Been Updated? • MATH • SCIENCE
Algebra I …Orange Juice or Orange Drink? “While truth-in-labeling practices in the food industry ensure that orange drink cannot be labeled orange juice without legal ramifications, schools have no such safeguards in place. Algebra I can be placed on any child’s transcript without any guarantee about the content taught or learned.” Jean Ruthford, National Center for Educational Accountability
Algebra Committee Many thanks! • Sally Armor, Sacred Heart High School • Eileen Gilles, East Catholic High School • Claudia Hart, Northwest Catholic High School • Rudy Raffone, Notre Dame High School • Kathleen Reilly, Math Tutor • Al Wallace, St. Paul Catholic High School
8th Grade ALGEBRA “Algebra is widely recognized as a ‘gateway’ course; students who take it by the end of 8th grade are much more likely to take rigorous courses in high school that lead to a college degree.” Achieve, Inc.
8th Grade Algebra: Finding a Formula For Success • “Students who take challenging courses and meet high standards in middle school are much more likely to enter high school ready to succeed. “ Achieve, Inc. • “The good news is that if it’s done well, districts can meet the goal of increasing enrollment in higher level math. The bad news is that’s it’s hard to do well.” Cathy Seeley, President, NCTM
Percentage of students who meet ACT benchmark for college algebra by math courses taken in high school National Math Advisory Council
Highest level of MATH taken in high school has the most powerful relationship to earning a bachelor's degree. American Diploma Project Network
Pathway to Algebra Algebra
ADH Intermediate Algebra I Placement Criteria Administer assessment end of May/beginning of June. …August if needed
ADH Algebra I Course (High School / Intermediate) • Follow the ADH Algebra I Curriculum – same as high school Algebra I course • Maintain professional development focused on algebra content and best practices/multiple strategies • Administer formative and interim assessments to drive instruction • Administer the end-of-course exam
ADH Intermediate Algebra IEnd-of-Course Exam *8th graders must meet these minimum requirements to satisfy high school requirements for Algebra I E:\Algebra I placement test 2009 OCS.doc
ADH Standardized Tests Results • Spring 2009 ITBS Results Grades 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 • 2008-2009 SAT Results Graduating Seniors
Mean Scores Comparing Archdiocesan High School and Local District
Mean Scores Comparing Archdiocesan High School and Local District
Mean Scores Comparing Archdiocesan High School and Local District
National Blue Ribbon Schools High Performing Schools Riverside ITBS Scores: School Mean Scale Score of highest grade tested –(Grade 7) Reading – 90th NPR Math – 90th NPR College Board Scores: School Mean Scale Score - Seniors Critical Reading – 605 Math - 606 http://www.capenet.org/brs.html
National Blue Ribbon Schools Dramatically Improved Schools For schools where 40% of students qualify for Title I: Highest grade tested in school has demonstrated a positive trend from earliest to most recent year Most recent year tested, students placed in top 40% in state http://www.capenet.org/brs.html
ARRA UPDATES • Districts did not receive funds in designated time frame • Encourage immediate use of funds though they will be available through 2011 • Schedule consultation – Go in with a PLAN • E:\Government Programs Handout.doc
Consolidated Grant Agreement • DO NOT SIGN UNTIL YOU ARE COMFORTABLE WITH THE AMOUNTS APPRORIATED TO YOUR STUDENTS
ARRA/Title Funded Programs • Professional Development • CATAPULT – Serves Private and Religious Schools • PEARSON – schedule in-school workshops • Summer Programs • Websites • eChalk – e-rate eligible/instructional component • Technology
"Principals must live with paradox: They must have a sense of urgency about improving their schools, balanced by the patience to sustain them for the long haul. They must focus on the future, but remain grounded in today. They must see the big picture, while maintaining a close focus on details. They must be strong leaders who give away power to others.” -- Richard DuFour, "Help Wanted: Principals who can Lead Professional Learning Communities." NASSP Bulletin (1999).