https://padlet.com/keith_kostrzewski/cx46ddo4u1cb Roundtable discussion from DALI- STEM 9/27/17 en-us 2017-09-27 21:32:57 UTC 2017-09-29 20:55:02 UTC hello@padlet.com keith_kostrzewski https://padlet.com/keith_kostrzewski/cx46ddo4u1cb/wish/191884360 - Critical to have a common set of terms, goals, outcomes, expectations that drive the process.
- Hold well published community Strategic Planning Sessions]]> 2017-09-27 21:34:33 UTC https://padlet.com/keith_kostrzewski/cx46ddo4u1cb/wish/191884360 keith_kostrzewski https://padlet.com/keith_kostrzewski/cx46ddo4u1cb/wish/191884728 - Establish early and gain buy-in that this is not a "Special" but rather a systemic program.
- Gain a sense of ownership. ]]> 2017-09-27 21:37:21 UTC https://padlet.com/keith_kostrzewski/cx46ddo4u1cb/wish/191884728 keith_kostrzewski https://padlet.com/keith_kostrzewski/cx46ddo4u1cb/wish/191884784 - Ex. Curriculum heads meet regularly in a cross functional session to discuss STEM activities aligned across disciplines.
- Strategically place leads in co-working space. 
- Establish a "Steam Advisory Board" with Student, Teacher, and Administrator representation.]]> 2017-09-27 21:37:52 UTC https://padlet.com/keith_kostrzewski/cx46ddo4u1cb/wish/191884784 keith_kostrzewski https://padlet.com/keith_kostrzewski/cx46ddo4u1cb/wish/191885483 - STEM is Economic Development for the local community. 
- Move from Philanthropy to Partnership
- Engage local businesses, Chambers of Commerce, Universities, Hospitals, etc.
- Establish ambassadors from community that can provide support to the program in the form of resources, funding, mentoring, training, space, and PR.
- Recent alumni and student leaders/mentors can also energize the program and provide critical input.]]> 2017-09-27 21:43:30 UTC https://padlet.com/keith_kostrzewski/cx46ddo4u1cb/wish/191885483 keith_kostrzewski https://padlet.com/keith_kostrzewski/cx46ddo4u1cb/wish/191886084 - STEM viewed as a part of the culture, not something separate ]]> 2017-09-27 21:48:06 UTC https://padlet.com/keith_kostrzewski/cx46ddo4u1cb/wish/191886084 keith_kostrzewski https://padlet.com/keith_kostrzewski/cx46ddo4u1cb/wish/191886227 - Align curriculum to core content areas, not just STEM subjects.
- ELA and Humanities can be significant benefactors of STEM program.
- Encourage common planning time for cross-deprtnmental teams.
- Introduce STEM as a resource for Social Awareness/Social Emotional programs and curriculum.]]> 2017-09-27 21:49:08 UTC https://padlet.com/keith_kostrzewski/cx46ddo4u1cb/wish/191886227 keith_kostrzewski https://padlet.com/keith_kostrzewski/cx46ddo4u1cb/wish/191891492 - Define site-level leads that will be STEM Champions and sit on District conversations. 
- Provide pre-packaged 
"STEM Starter" kits to teachers that include; resources, materials, curriculum, to eliminate one more step.
- Brand these Starter Kits with the District Vision and theme

]]> 2017-09-27 22:28:52 UTC https://padlet.com/keith_kostrzewski/cx46ddo4u1cb/wish/191891492 keith_kostrzewski https://padlet.com/keith_kostrzewski/cx46ddo4u1cb/wish/191891736 Launch: Develop a system-wide messaging and support program that matches vision, but sets reasonable timeline and expectations (3-6-12-18-24 month plan)

1. Leverage PLC Time at the individual sites to deliver PD and allow for collaboration 
2. Leverage the Community resources to support teachers in visualizing the STEM to Career path and how it impacts each Band (pk-2, 3-5, 6-8, HS)
3. Develop co-teaching and modeling rotations and video exemplars
4. Allow opportunities for Review, Reflection and Modification.

MAKE SURE THAT TEACHERS KNOW THAT FAILURES ARE OK... as long as we learn from them.]]> 2017-09-27 22:31:19 UTC https://padlet.com/keith_kostrzewski/cx46ddo4u1cb/wish/191891736 keith_kostrzewski https://padlet.com/keith_kostrzewski/cx46ddo4u1cb/wish/191892330 - Teachers need to feel that they are not alone in the process.]]> 2017-09-27 22:36:14 UTC https://padlet.com/keith_kostrzewski/cx46ddo4u1cb/wish/191892330 keith_kostrzewski https://padlet.com/keith_kostrzewski/cx46ddo4u1cb/wish/191892743 - Highlight both the "moonshot teachers" but the individuals that are making significant strides and "buying-in"]]> 2017-09-27 22:39:14 UTC https://padlet.com/keith_kostrzewski/cx46ddo4u1cb/wish/191892743 keith_kostrzewski https://padlet.com/keith_kostrzewski/cx46ddo4u1cb/wish/191892880 - Kick off the year with a refresh aligned to the vision and new supports.
- End the year celebrating the successes and highlight student and teachers
- STEM Day - exhibits at local malls featuring student work. Ex. Set up exhibits over a weekend at local malls and build partnerships with retailers to highlight the work and capture the audience. 
- ]]> 2017-09-27 22:40:40 UTC https://padlet.com/keith_kostrzewski/cx46ddo4u1cb/wish/191892880 keith_kostrzewski https://padlet.com/keith_kostrzewski/cx46ddo4u1cb/wish/191893050 - Provide frequent updates to the Community Leaders (Mayor, Chief of Staff) and School Board.
- Host School Board meetings at the school sites, rotating among schools and ask buildings to feature student presentations/programing on STEM
- Drive Parent Engagement via STEM Nights and Competitions that involve parents/guardians in the events. (Local businesses often sponsor - pizza, t-shitrs, etc.)
- ]]> 2017-09-27 22:43:11 UTC https://padlet.com/keith_kostrzewski/cx46ddo4u1cb/wish/191893050 keith_kostrzewski https://padlet.com/keith_kostrzewski/cx46ddo4u1cb/wish/192615247 - Leverage Perkins Indicators of Performance

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