Brainstorming Freshman Success by Lisa Rittenhouse https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi Share your group's brainstorm ideas for supporting 9th graders this Fall. en-us 2023-08-03 19:02:15 UTC 2023-08-08 19:44:48 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f913.png Multiple platforms https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658191624 It's a lot to be on different online platforms]]> 2023-08-08 18:28:59 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658191624 So much more accountability! the work load shifts immensely https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658191884 2023-08-08 18:29:33 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658191884 More frequent check-ins https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658191914 2023-08-08 18:29:36 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658191914 start issuing grades in 8th grade or maybe 7th so they get used to grades https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658191978 2023-08-08 18:29:44 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658191978 How Can We Best Support 9th Graders? https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658191990 More writing support needed- more time spent with EF woking on this

Help with study skills- breaking down assignments, chunking, "how to" study]]> 2023-08-08 18:29:45 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658191990 They need extra support to transition to high school: Weekly To-Do lists, finding the right classes and organizing the platforms. https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658191998 2023-08-08 18:29:46 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658191998 Overloading https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658192038 Loading up with too many difficult classes right off the bat]]> 2023-08-08 18:29:51 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658192038 A lot of independence is expected from 8th to 9th https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658192046 2023-08-08 18:29:51 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658192046 Help parents to create a more rigorous instruction in 7th/8th grade to prepare for the rigor of high school. https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658192049 2023-08-08 18:29:51 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658192049 Study Skills https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658192258 Needed for all learners]]> 2023-08-08 18:30:13 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658192258 Need extra support for scheduling, planning, daily routine https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658192569 2023-08-08 18:30:45 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658192569 Prepare 7th/8th grade students to respond to deadlines and manage online platforms. https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658192587 2023-08-08 18:30:47 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658192587 Model how to organize their time- show them how to plan assigments and spread out across the semester https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658192589 2023-08-08 18:30:47 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658192589 Weekly pacing guide and weekly check-ins! https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658192661 2023-08-08 18:30:57 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658192661 provide free/super affordable ilead online writing class. https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658192745 2023-08-08 18:31:09 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658192745 Giving learner more responsibility in middle school for their education https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658192790 2023-08-08 18:31:14 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658192790 https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658192810 Maybe students are feeling un motivated or they might feel unfamiliar with the program and responsibilities of it. 

]]> 2023-08-08 18:31:18 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658192810 No History https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658192812 Not recommended for 9th grade especially with the rigor of the writing

]]> 2023-08-08 18:31:18 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658192812 Parent does not monitor, leaves them to own devices. https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658192878 2023-08-08 18:31:27 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658192878 https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658192985 Organizational tools ie calendars, apps]]> 2023-08-08 18:31:37 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658192985 Vertical Alignment within Subjects https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658192994 Connecting the dots and knowledge for each subject so students can see how concepts build and work together. (the big picture)]]> 2023-08-08 18:31:38 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658192994 25% is reflective and likely a strong overlap with the 40% plus Title 1 Learners, wrap around family support for families facing many challenges are needed https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658193025 2023-08-08 18:31:42 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658193025 systems in place https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658193099 know all their passwords and have everything bookmarked]]> 2023-08-08 18:31:52 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658193099 https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658193183 Utilize the counselors. Frequent check-ins at the end of the 8th grade year. Investing in our learners.]]> 2023-08-08 18:32:02 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658193183 Higher expectations in high school kyliedul https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658193299 Solutions: Start earlier in middle school with stronger writing curriculum, more accountability in high school, additional tutoring, more A-G classes with more teacher support ]]> 2023-08-08 18:32:15 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658193299 Can we offer AND require a writing class in 8th grade? https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658193301 2023-08-08 18:32:15 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658193301 help with time management skills - https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658193304 2023-08-08 18:32:16 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658193304 Managing online platforms https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658193322 Maybe try to have middle schoolers have an online class to get them used to discussion posts and deadlines.

]]> 2023-08-08 18:32:17 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658193322 Give Letter Grades for MSers rebeccalopez11 https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658193406 Make a better correlations with MG % grades. ]]> 2023-08-08 18:32:26 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658193406 Buddy 9th graders up with a senior or junior to support them for tips/tricks https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658193530 2023-08-08 18:32:42 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658193530 Offer study skills class for 8th or 9th graders. Emphasize skills such as analyzing, expository writing, MLA etc. https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658193578 2023-08-08 18:32:47 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658193578 Support Executive Functioning Skills https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658193647 2023-08-08 18:32:57 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658193647 Training for independence https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658193714 Teaching parents to help their kids to begin "baby steps" toward independence. ]]> 2023-08-08 18:33:06 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658193714 Planning and Support https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658193843 Learners need to be supported by the adults around them. Help learners to establish a plan for time management and create time and space for accountability and check ins. Also, find ways to find what interests them and add that to planning to fit in high interest subjects throughout the week. ]]> 2023-08-08 18:33:19 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658193843 9th graders don't always understand that they become the primary communicator/contact in high school. Their parents are not the main point of contact. https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658193885 2023-08-08 18:33:24 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658193885 Partner with a successful HS learner https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658193886 Team up with peers who have proven they can be successful]]> 2023-08-08 18:33:25 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658193886 Executive functioning skills rebeccalopez11 https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658193974 8th or 9th grade orientation of how to do some of these adulting things and skills]]> 2023-08-08 18:33:36 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658193974 Have a suggested list of MS curriculum that support the skills needed in HS. https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658194232 2023-08-08 18:34:04 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658194232 Teaching/ prepping new 9th graders for understanding that they are the primary contact/ communicator with their teachers. https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658194240 2023-08-08 18:34:05 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658194240 Better prep in 8th grade - ie. bootcamp for what to expect (for parents and learners) https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658194325 2023-08-08 18:34:17 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658194325 Writing https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658194374 enormous differences in expectations  for writing from middle to high school, lack of student sophistication in written mechanics.]]> 2023-08-08 18:34:24 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658194374 Introduce in Middle School https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658194421 Introduce middle schoolers to high school platforms, so they know which vendors they like and will be successful.]]> 2023-08-08 18:34:31 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658194421 Frequent Check Ins, Pacing Guides, organization skills and discussions https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658194455 There were lots of conversations and check-ins with the learner, offered pacing guides, organization discussions, and tips—connected the learner with high school counselors. Positive reinforcement. ]]> 2023-08-08 18:34:36 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658194455 Take ilead online during 8th grade or the summer to prep for 9th grade expectations https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658194482 2023-08-08 18:34:40 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658194482 Broader school discussion on working parents/kids working unsupervised https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658194507 2023-08-08 18:34:44 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658194507 https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658194631 All the work is graded and you are held accountable. ]]> 2023-08-08 18:35:00 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658194631 Writing help for MS:Jack Kris for writing kyliedul https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658194641 2023-08-08 18:35:01 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658194641 9th grade success 7rjlopez https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658194652 Support through setting work schedules, regular accountability, frontloading parents for the need to stay engaged despite students working on such platforms like iLead Online.]]> 2023-08-08 18:35:03 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658194652 9th Grade Supports bethanymaddox https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658194657 Amping up expectations for lower grades (6-8) in preparation.
Intervening sooner, by LP1 or LP2.
Weekly schedule
Weekly checklist
Live Check ins]]> 2023-08-08 18:35:04 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658194657 Freshman focus opportunity? {as in many brick and mortar schools} https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658194695 2023-08-08 18:35:10 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658194695 Be mindful of middle school curriculum - maybe choose more rigorous to prepare for high school https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658194740 2023-08-08 18:35:17 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658194740 Prepping https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658194809 8th graders NEED to be prepped for high school. 1 year of increased expectations would go a long way. ]]> 2023-08-08 18:35:27 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658194809 Working on Close Reading Skills and How-to Write Organized Essays during middle school years https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658194902 2023-08-08 18:35:39 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658194902 Grade 7th 8th grade with letters https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658194918 2023-08-08 18:35:41 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658194918 Tips! rebeccahu5 https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658194951 Provide continuous check ins. (Pacing, unfamiliar platforms, change class if possible, too rigorous, past years weren't rigorous to support current class, etc) 
Model time organization / management skills ]]> 2023-08-08 18:35:48 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658194951 Require a 9th grade study skills class for 1st semester https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658194975 2023-08-08 18:35:51 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658194975 lisaritten https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658195087 Supporting middle schoolers so that they are prepared for grades...start grading assignments with letter grades in middle school.  

]]> 2023-08-08 18:36:05 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658195087 Build a HS team to specifically welcome freshmen and new learners (ie. crew) https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658195414 2023-08-08 18:36:12 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658195414 Scaffolding responsibility and accountability for learners over time, starting small and giving direct instruction ~ uploading their own work, correspondence, managing multiple platforms, designing a daily schedule, meeting deadlines, etc. https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658195560  ]]> 2023-08-08 18:36:32 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658195560 Start discussing HS grading in middle school https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658195679 There is a big jump from MS grading HS grading. Help them learn the language. Give them letter grades

]]> 2023-08-08 18:36:41 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658195679 Don't overload their schedule https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658195687 Some of my 9th graders get credit happy and want to take 8 classes. I try to encourage them to take 6 classes.]]> 2023-08-08 18:36:42 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658195687 How to prepare middle schoolers for high school https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658195859 Have them take a writing class. Write at Home is excellent.]]> 2023-08-08 18:37:04 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658195859 Baby steps https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658195888 Teach the MSers to turn in assignments at the deadline, help them make a schedule and meet regularly to keep them accountable

]]> 2023-08-08 18:37:08 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658195888 Letter grades in middle school/more individual accountability rachelhoggan https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658195956 Often high school is the first time some students have ever experienced letter grades. Also, students may need more individual accountability in middle school - practice submitting work directly to EF via Google classroom or other method.]]> 2023-08-08 18:37:16 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658195956 Offering multiple modes to display content mastery. https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658196093 Executive function class or synch instruction for organizing time and planning.]]> 2023-08-08 18:37:32 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658196093 High School Orientation: https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658196105 Including plagiarism workshop, how to organize your schedule, navigate online platforms]]> 2023-08-08 18:37:33 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658196105 Prepare Middle School Students https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658196147 Encourage middle school learners to take an iLEAD Online course to try out the asynchronous model and see if it is a good fit for their learning style.

]]> 2023-08-08 18:37:39 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658196147 https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658196156 Explaining to incoming 9th graders the difference between middle school grades (MG, AG, etc) and A-F grading scales. The jump is huge and MG in middle school could range from a C to an A in high school.]]> 2023-08-08 18:37:40 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658196156 Put due dates on the ILP/AWR where the grade goes for pacing rebeccalopez11 https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658196620 2023-08-08 18:38:44 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658196620 Close monitoring first few months by EF can go a long way in knowing the learning styles, needs and successes. https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658197742 2023-08-08 18:41:18 UTC https://padlet.com/lisaritten/jsw4iatu74wgg3oi/wish/2658197742