https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn A few notes of appreciation from some folks in DOEL... en-us 2021-06-29 22:02:15 UTC 2021-06-29 22:11:58 UTC hello@padlet.com ddi7 https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630642869 I appreciate Kyle's lightning-fast response to my question about how and where our new resources represent Asian American historical contributions]]> 2021-06-29 22:03:29 UTC https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630642869 ddi7 https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630643235 Ken has so thoughtfully led the 4th Year Math Task Force--so appreciated!]]> 2021-06-29 22:04:08 UTC https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630643235 ddi7 https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630643327 Beth jumped right in with both feet to pick up elementary math instructional support--thank you!]]> 2021-06-29 22:04:17 UTC https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630643327 ddi7 https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630643414 Shelli continues to be a strong voice and advocate for early literacy--what a difference she makes in our system!]]> 2021-06-29 22:04:24 UTC https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630643414 ddi7 https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630643500 Kenny continues to navigate the broad range of electives so expertly, and the positive impact on our system is noted]]> 2021-06-29 22:04:32 UTC https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630643500 ddi7 https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630643645 Sam has led the work in adopting and implementing middle school science resources, as well as contributed greatly to a STEM framework--her voice and expertise are always valued]]> 2021-06-29 22:04:40 UTC https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630643645 ddi7 https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630643754 Pam stepped right in and right up to a new literacy adoption and implementation for high school resources--I can't wait to see how she supports strong instructional practices]]> 2021-06-29 22:04:50 UTC https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630643754 ddi7 https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630643836 Amanda has been my go-to for so many things for so many years--always professional, always positive, always with deep expertise.  I'm so excited for her new adventure.]]> 2021-06-29 22:04:59 UTC https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630643836 ddi7 https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630643987 Ryann has so expertly guided the adoption process for elementary science, and always serves as an advocate for science instruction.  So greatly appreciated!]]> 2021-06-29 22:05:13 UTC https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630643987 ddi7 https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630644079 Julie has such depth of knowledge of literacy instruction, and her expertise makes such a difference in our system.]]> 2021-06-29 22:05:22 UTC https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630644079 ddi7 https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630644186 What an amazing team!  I appreciate each and every one of you and your willingness to engage in conversations and problem-solving around working with Students with Disabilities. I so appreciate knowing if I send someone on my team to the IC team, they will walk away with tools and ideas in hand as well as a positive experience. Thanks so much for all you do :)  ]]> 2021-06-29 22:05:31 UTC https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630644186 ddi7 https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630644286 To the IC team collectively: Thank you for the time, effort and energy to maintain the instructional focus for APS students this year. Your efforts have not gone unnoticed nor unappreciated. ]]> 2021-06-29 22:05:41 UTC https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630644286 ddi7 https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630644402 Each of you are giants in my eyes.  Your expertise, persistence, and support have empowered us to go further than we could ever go on our own.  Thanks so much for everything this year!  We appreciate you.  ~Rosa]]> 2021-06-29 22:05:52 UTC https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630644402 ddi7 https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630644664 I can’t thank you enough! This team has been so instrumental during the past 15 months. I know we don’t celebrate you enough and for that I apologize. Thank you so much again!! ]]> 2021-06-29 22:06:11 UTC https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630644664 ddi7 https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630644805 Thank you for your outstanding work on behalf of our schools, families, and students of Aurora Public Schools!  Bravo! Bravo!]]> 2021-06-29 22:06:25 UTC https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630644805 ddi7 https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630644908 I'm so appreciate of the way ICs have shown up to support this year, both through all of the resources provided for teachers related to the Digital Educational Plan, as well as the Performance Tasks for high school. Additionally, I invited ICs to join me for PLCs, and they always showed up with expertise and positivity. Thank you all for your support! ]]> 2021-06-29 22:06:35 UTC https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630644908 ddi7 https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630645023 A tremendous thank you to Carol Dallas as the amazing work she orchestrated with the rapid language acquisition committee! Carol's collaboration with the CLDE department ushered changes at the State level which is a monumental accomplishment.  Thank you Carol for your tenacity and vision to forge new ways to recognize giftedness in all students!  ]]> 2021-06-29 22:06:47 UTC https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630645023 ddi7 https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630645143 Thank you Kyle and Pam for regularly meeting with the CLDE team in connection to Study Sync and CLDE literacy course programming. Thank you Julie Branning for your continued work to support CLDE newcomers at the elementary levels.  ]]> 2021-06-29 22:06:58 UTC https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630645143 ddi7 https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630645275 Beth- I am so thankful for you and our collaboration this year around the language for math!  In the midst of such a busy year, thank you for prioritizing our multilingual students in their math content and language learning!]]> 2021-06-29 22:07:11 UTC https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630645275 ddi7 https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630645378 Ken- Thank you for your continued partnership and collaboration in such a busy year to bolster APS secondary students' use of academic discourse and the language for math! ]]> 2021-06-29 22:07:20 UTC https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630645378 ddi7 https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630645474 Sam and Ryann- This now seems like a lifetime ago, but I appreciated the way you thoughtfully created linguistic entry points for our multilingual learners as you quickly whipped together performance tasks at the end of the 19-20 school year.  In the midst of so much, thank you for leading and working with these students in mind!]]> 2021-06-29 22:07:30 UTC https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630645474 ddi7 https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630645562 What you all have done to get summer school curriculum & resources up and ready is truly remarkable! You are so very much appreciated and what you do (often behind the scenes without a lot of fanfare) makes all the difference in the world!! Thank you :)]]> 2021-06-29 22:07:38 UTC https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630645562 ddi7 https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630645657 Kenny Webb - Thanks for being so accessible and for setting me straight when I reach out for almost everything and regardless of whether it's applicable to your work.  Your thoroughness and kindness are greatly appreciated!]]> 2021-06-29 22:07:48 UTC https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630645657 ddi7 https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630645834 Carol, I so deeply appreciate collaborating with you!  You are such an incredible asset to this district.  Your work has made such a difference in creating equity for our APS students and at the state level!  ]]> 2021-06-29 22:07:58 UTC https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630645834 ddi7 https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630645956 Thank you to Pam and Kyle for your collaboration this year with the CLDE team as we launch StudySync next year!  We appreciate your partnership in this work! ]]> 2021-06-29 22:08:11 UTC https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630645956 ddi7 https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630646130 Thank you, ICs. It's been a while since I've worked with you directly, but I've always appreciated your expertise and dedication! Sincerely, Marcellus Lewis]]> 2021-06-29 22:08:29 UTC https://padlet.com/ddi7/22u6xkg0t72znvvn/wish/1630646130