https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists en-us 2015-07-21 19:22:56 UTC 2021-10-26 15:39:58 UTC hello@padlet.com charlesalexander https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763121086 Charles Alexander Instructional Specialist Area 2, SSI. Support schools in the school improvement process. Connect schools with the resources they need to implement effective instructional programs. Collaborate with other offices to deliver services to schools staff and leadership. Lead professional learning. Support our director as she works to support principals.]]> 2021-09-23 14:10:05 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763121086 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763121631 I am an Instructional Specialist in Secondary Mathematics. In this role, I support schools and school leaders around better understanding math curriculum as well as offering support on math instruction. I also work with some specific areas - such as transfer credits for students.]]> 2021-09-23 14:10:16 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763121631 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763121778 I work in the Resolution and Compliance Unit for the Department of Special Education. Under the guidance of department leadership, I support resolving legal disputes, provide professional development, and coach school teams.

]]> 2021-09-23 14:10:20 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763121778 alison_l_o_conn https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763122037 Hello! I am instructional specialist supporting Area 3 schools. I also collaborate on county-wide RTSE meetings, secondary math interventions, and formal assessments. ]]> 2021-09-23 14:10:25 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763122037 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763122271 I am the instructional specialist for School Library Media Programs. I support all 206 schools with all things school library related, including instruction, materials, evaluation, physical space and anything else they need. I co-create and co-facilitate professional learning for all 400+ library media staff members in MCPS. ]]> 2021-09-23 14:10:29 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763122271 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763123353 2021-09-23 14:10:47 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763123353 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763123643 2021-09-23 14:10:52 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763123643 kathryn_c_applewhaite https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763124292 I am a Title I Instructional Specialist. I support Title I schools with Title I requirements and grant compliance and instructional support. I am also the lead for SEL implementation and support for Title I.]]> 2021-09-23 14:11:05 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763124292 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763124830 I am the preK-12th Grade Visual Art & Dance Content Specialist. I support schools with their art and dance programs ensuring teachers are utilizing the curriculum and resources available to them so that students have an engaging, robust, and cutting edge Art & Dance experience! I plan countywide programs like the Mall art show, Dance Showcase, and smARTSummer. ]]> 2021-09-23 14:11:15 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763124830 kathleenmlogue https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763125074 I am the instructional specialist in the DCCAPS office who supports the Downcounty Consortium (DCC) and Northeast Consortium (NEC) high school lottery choice process. I am helping support NEC HS Signature Coordinators and DCC HS Academy Coordinators market their programs with the grade 8 student and parent community.  I am supporting grade 8 counselors at DCC and NEC MS by educating them about high school options in the Consortiums. ]]> 2021-09-23 14:11:20 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763125074 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763125285 I work in the Department of Special Education.  I support elementary math interventions, specifically i-Ready and collaborate with the elementary math team.  I am an overall support for elementary special  education teachers across all areas. 

]]> 2021-09-23 14:11:24 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763125285 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763126625 I am the Instructional Specialst supporting Deaf/Hard of Hearing programs across MCPS. This incluces instructional best practices for our center-based classrooms as well as consult support for our itinerant students. I also work with our families directly since our students change schools, but they are always DHOH - we follow them from birth through graduation.]]> 2021-09-23 14:11:47 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763126625 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763126829 I'm an instructional specialist on the elementary math team. Our major work includes supporting the implementation of the curriculum: managing vendor-led training, developing and delivering district training, providing direct school support, and coaching the administrators and math leaders on how to support back in their buildings.]]> 2021-09-23 14:11:52 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763126829 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763127065 I am an instructional specialist and I support special programs in Title I schools. I co- plan and facilitate professional learning around these programs.

]]> 2021-09-23 14:11:56 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763127065 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763128059 Behavior Intervention Specialist (only one in MCPS) - I over see the training, implementation and monitoring of the use of Physical Restraint and Seclusion. I work with all staff to better understand and purposely respond to behaviors. I am often asked to provide de-escalation training to staff and schools. ]]> 2021-09-23 14:12:14 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763128059 yael_astor https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763130010 We curate and facilitate professional learning and coaching experiences that are context specific as well as cross-office.]]> 2021-09-23 14:12:33 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763130010 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763130196 My name is Jonathan Langsam,

My intent is to be purposeful, transparent, guiding, and helpful  throughout the entire CRS process for families, staff, and students.  I want this project to feel good, show success, and support growth and partnerships with families and staff]]> 2021-09-23 14:12:36 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763130196 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763130535 2021-09-23 14:12:42 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763130535 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763130977 Lisa Korte:
Support the teams in the 25 schools that have our discrete program (K-12).
Provide consultative supports to schools across MCPS for mental health, behavioral; and placement supports.
Support teams with defining student needs and levying resources to problem solve for situations to provide students support in the least restrictive environment. ]]> 2021-09-23 14:12:50 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763130977 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763131322

]]> 2021-09-23 14:12:57 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763131322 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763131384 I am an instructional specialist in the Department of Special Education Services.  I plan the professional development for new/first-year special education teachers. I plan and coordinate monthly RTSE meetings.  I am on the Area 1 team and support schools by attending meetings and I support RTSEs and new teachers 1-1 and as needed. I also co-teach the Woodcock-Johnson CPD course with another specialist. ]]> 2021-09-23 14:12:58 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763131384 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763131447 I am the specialist for all TWI schools. I provide professional learning that sustains and enhances the bilingual program. I collaborate with content area specialist to align our work. I also work in collaboration with the ELD team to align the vision based on WIDA framework and Guiding Principles of Dual language. I serve the needs of the schools to best support their program development and improve teacher practices that meet the latest research in teaching for bilingualism and biliteracy. Lastly, I support parents and community members to become knowledgeable about our program and increase knowledge for how to support their child regardless of language.

]]> 2021-09-23 14:13:00 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763131447 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763131606 Jayme Jaramillo - LAS Area 2B
Provide support to schools, collaborate with school leadership teams, support SDTs in developing professional learning plans.]]> 2021-09-23 14:13:03 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763131606 jan_l_daisey1 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763132763 I'm an instructional specialist with Elementary Math. I support math leaders with coaching and training around leadership and mathematics. I support teachers by providing resources to support their work with the curriculum and providing support to teachers and teams in using those resources and implementing the elementary math curriculum.]]> 2021-09-23 14:13:22 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763132763 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763133171 I am the Program Manager of the Gaithersburg Judy Center which provides programming, support, and resources to all families with children birth to five in the Summit Hall and Washington Grove catchment areas.  The overarching goal is Kindergarten readiness. That means we have Play and Learn classes for infants (yes, we have a 1 month old in our program) through PreK age.  Most go to PreK in MCPS.  We support the classrooms with activities and materials for both PreK and K during the school day as well as afterschool and evening events. We also work with child care partners, ITP, Child Find, PreK/HS office, and many more to make it all come together for families to get the support and resources they need. 

]]> 2021-09-23 14:13:29 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763133171 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763133187 I am an instructional specialist in the office of Accelerated and Enriched Instruction. I develop curriculum for elementary special programs and facilitate professional development opportunities related to the identification and instructional programming for gifted and advanced learners.]]> 2021-09-23 14:13:29 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763133187 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763133271 I'm an instructional specialist for Student Leadership and Extracurricular activities. I support hs/ms/es administrators in charge of ECA's, high school ECA directors, and SGA advisors to make sure their programs are running smoothly. We've been focusing on upgrading safety and supervision protocols and also ensuring more student engagement in extracurriculars. I also support many aspects of student leadership and I work with county-wide student leadership groups like MCR, MCJC, MOCO EmpowHER and MOCO Pride Youth.  ]]> 2021-09-23 14:13:31 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763133271 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763133330 I am a SECONDARY MATH instructional specialist. I support math leaders and departments with curriculum, equitable instruction, professional learning, materials, and more. 

I would love to be able to work with other secondary curriculum specialists to identify some common equitable instructional practices, articles, professional learning, etc. Working together is my jam :)]]> 2021-09-23 14:13:33 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763133330 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763133551 I'm a secondary ELA and literacy specialist. That entails working with RTs and CSs (and their PLCs/departments) with support, PD, and other curricular or instructional needs. I also help coordinate needs with curriculum vendors, assist with pilot course proposals, look at books that are under consideration for approval, and do anything else that falls under MS/HS needs in this content area. ]]> 2021-09-23 14:13:36 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763133551 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763133676 2021-09-23 14:13:39 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763133676 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763134026 I am transition and support for Ruschelle's Team. I started off in RJ in SFSE when Ruschelle was the Director so I'll post here. I work well supporting data collection and analysis, meeting planning, and drafting communication/initiative proposals that aligns with Ruschelle's vision. I also aim to be open and transparent to questions and feedback from anyone and anyone can reach me at my email at any time or can text me at 240.429.2309. I have no filter with regard to what I will engage with so if its questions about Ruschelle's vision, our current work, or anything on your mind really, I am happy to engage.]]> 2021-09-23 14:13:45 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763134026 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763134337 2021-09-23 14:13:52 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763134337 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763134445 2021-09-23 14:13:54 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763134445 lindabw https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763134669 I am the assistive technology instructional specialist and also the team leader of the HIAT Team. The four HIAT team members respond to requests for support from staff with considering and documenting assistive technology and universal accessible tools with students. We also provide lots of PD on accessible tools and strategies. I manage the licenses for several special education software tools. I'm a point of contact for school test coordinators on using AT accommodations for testing.

]]> 2021-09-23 14:13:58 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763134669 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763134878 I am a Secondary Math Instructional Specialist, working with different middle and high schools supporting curriculum implementation and embedding equity and access across all math contents. My "joy" comes from buildlng the capacity of our RTs and CSs, especially as it relates to effective first-time instruction and working with PLCs. This year, some projects include Math Progressions, Technology Integration and Professional Learning at monthly meetings.]]> 2021-09-23 14:14:02 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763134878 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763135817 We advocate for the English Language Development(ELD) and well-being of our Emergent Multilingual Learners, plan professional learning for ELD teachers, and write grants in support of the ESOL program. We are currently working on Professional Learning in support of teachers who will provide ELD services to SLIFE(significantly limited or interrupted formal education) students.]]> 2021-09-23 14:14:19 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763135817 barbaraafriedlander https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763136152 2021-09-23 14:14:25 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763136152 dawnmhanna https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763136200 I am an instructional specialist supporting our Special Education Alternate Learning Outcomes programs (ALO). Our team directly supports Learning For Independence (LFI) programs, School Community Based (SCB) programs, Extensions, and some of our special schools. We support placement, instructional and behavioral needs of students, instructional coaching, professional development, etc.]]> 2021-09-23 14:14:26 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763136200 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763136861 I am an Instructional specialist for Elementary ELA. I support schools with the understanding and implementation of the ELA curriculum. I work alongside Reading Specialists in order to build their skills to coach teachers and staff around curriculum implementation. I collaborate with other offices to develop professional learning. ]]> 2021-09-23 14:14:39 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763136861 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763136875 Instructional Specialist for Elementary ELA - I support schools with the understanding & implementation of the ELA Curriculum, working with Reading Specialists in school buildings in order to build their coaching skills to support staff. My team and I develop Professional Learning (often collaborating with other offices).]]> 2021-09-23 14:14:39 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763136875 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763136890 I am a Title I specialist.  I support 5 schools with school improvement, creating their Title I budget to support school improvement, family engagement and other title I requirements.  I work closely with all of my school's prinicpals, core teams and leadership teams to implement the Title I program.  ]]> 2021-09-23 14:14:39 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763136890 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763137497 I am the instructional specialist to our director for the Division of Prekindergarten, Special Programs, and Related Services. I support our division in whatever way is needed at any given time. Some specifics: write and monitor MSDE grants, training of teachers and paras (or overseeing of training) on state mandated initiatives, developing presentations for director, writing of budget documents, work on enrollment issues, monitoring accountability for MSDE indicators, parent contact to MSDE office of special ed for our office so also plan and oversee parent workshops, including Summit. 

]]> 2021-09-23 14:14:51 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763137497 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763137844 Instructional Specialist in the World Languages Office.  We support teachers and the school-based instructional leaders with pedagogy of language acquisition, assessment, etc using a trainer-of-trainer model.  I am also leading ABAR discussions and training with our school-based leaders as it intersects with WL instruction.  We offer 9 world languages taught in MCPS from K-5 one-way immersion, to MS immersion and MS and HS world languages courses.  I concentrate on supporting French teachers and assisting Less Commonly Taught Languages teachers.  We write our curriculum - I am looking forward to that process for French which is an upcoming project.]]> 2021-09-23 14:14:58 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763137844 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763137906

]]> 2021-09-23 14:14:59 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763137906 jenniferbrushin https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763137927 I'm a prek-12 PE Content Specialist. I support schools with their physical education program and assist teachers with curriculum and guidance in a variety of areas. I am currently working on updating the prek-2 curriculum. ]]> 2021-09-23 14:15:00 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763137927 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763137987 With my team, we develop professional learning opportunities for schools, coach leaders, plan with teachers, work with school admin, develop curricular resources and assessments and work with other content teams, plus much more.

Personally, I manage the intervention programming for the METS program for SLIFE students. I work with ELA, Special Education and the International Admissions and Enrollment Office regularly, as well as collect data and develop learning opportunities for this specific subset of educators. I also have connections with the DCC Office as students transition to HS.]]> 2021-09-23 14:15:01 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763137987 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763138064 I'm an Elementary S.S. Specialist under Tracy Oliver-Gary. I am currently working on curriculum revision for K-5 S.S. with my teammates Andrea Speaks and David Selvin. Andrea's and my biggest project right now is developing the K-5 framework for MCPS S.S. using the MSDE Framework, C3 Framework and Teaching Tolerance Social Justice Standards. We will begin an RFP process later this Fall in search for possible resources/curricula that align with our framework and S.S. vision. In addition to this major project, we work with schools and representatives to address pressing S.S. questions or issues that arise during their planning/instruction (e.g. quarantine documents, revising lesson plans and resources, answering S.S. Grading & Reporting questions, supporting ABAR instruction, etc.)]]> 2021-09-23 14:15:02 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763138064 jessiembradbard https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763138295 I am an instructional specialist on the elementary ELA team. I support schools with the understanding and implementation of the ELA curriculum. I work along side of the Reading Specialists in order to build their skills to support teachers and staff around curriculum implementation. I often collaborate with other offices to coordinate materials and develop professional learning. ]]> 2021-09-23 14:15:07 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763138295 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763138753 I am a Learning and Achievement Specialist in Area 3B. We support schools in the Northwood, Wheaton and Wootton clusters. I support schools in many ways including teaching/pedagogy, analyzing data, creating School Improvement Action Plans, and basically any other need they have. Currently, a lot of that support is at the schools supporting with everyday needs. One project I am working on now is the TSI (Targeted School Improvement) work sessions coming up next week.]]> 2021-09-23 14:15:15 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763138753 feliciabfreeman https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763138850 2021-09-23 14:15:17 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763138850 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763138888 Hi! I am one of three Area 2C Learning and Achievement Specialists. Our team works with 22 schools, and we are currently supporting professional development (building and facilitating) and the school improvement planning process. Our aim is to collaborate with and build the capacity of our school-based colleagues.]]> 2021-09-23 14:15:18 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763138888 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763139281 I support MS and HS ELD Programs as I work within the Department of English Learner and Multilingual Education to implement its four stratetigc goals, which are:  1.  Preparing ELLs for College and Career; 2.  Improving Graduation Rates for ELLs;  3. Ensuring that ALL ESOL Students Access to English, Math, Science & Social Studies;  4.  Providing High Quality ELD Instruction for ESOL and METS Students]]> 2021-09-23 14:15:26 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763139281 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763140358 I support our Area 1C schools with anything I can. I have expertise with multilingual students and staff development. I work alongside our ESOL curriculum and IAE friends alot, and love collaborating with them!]]> 2021-09-23 14:15:48 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763140358 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763142199 I am a Learning and Achievement Specialist in Area 1 A with Dr. Sirgo.  I support our schools with the School Improvement process. Collaborate with admin teams/core teams and support them with resources they need in order to achieve their goals. Work closely with SDT and their schools learning progression for the year.]]> 2021-09-23 14:16:17 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763142199 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763143094 I am an Instructional Specialist for PreK-5 Social Studies. I am currently working the framework for the new social studies curriculum. Working on the framework includes crafing a vision for the new social studies curriculum, ensuring that the framework aligns with the MSDE framework, C3 Framework, Social Justice Standards, and what we think should and should not be included. I am excited to ensure that our students are engaged in learning about multiple perspectives in the new social studies curriculum and that those voices that have been marginalized are included. In addition, I am supporting schools with accessing social studies curriculum and resources. I will also be providing schools with PD on a variety of topics including slavery.]]> 2021-09-23 14:16:35 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763143094 charlesalexander https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763143344 do what needs to be done to ensure that schools can serve their students and families. ]]> 2021-09-23 14:16:40 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763143344 cindy_c_villavicencio https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763143713 I am a Learning Achievement Specialist for area 3A under Sean McGee and Diane Morris. I collaborate with and coach school admin/core teams to support their work with SIP development, professional learning, data analysis, programming and scheduling, etc. In a nutshell, responsive to addressing school needs through the lens of equity and student performance.]]> 2021-09-23 14:16:46 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763143713 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763144182 I am the Family Engagement Specialist in Student, Family and School Services. I am honored to serve and support caregivers in navigating MCPS, advocating for their students, and accessing resources. I support schools in engaging families to support student achievement. I am the project lead for the Parent Academy, which provides families with workshops to support student learning, and Neediest Kids, which connects families to resources(i.e. clothing, food, eyeglasses, eye exams) to support the social emotional development of our students.]]> 2021-09-23 14:16:55 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763144182 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763144897 2021-09-23 14:17:10 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763144897 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763145434 I am the instructional specialist for the Preschool Education Program. I support PD development and delivery, coach providers on SEL and special education service delivery outside and inside the general education setting, and collaborate with other Pre-k partners across departments to align and monitor the implementation of our assessment and instructional goals. I also do a variety of "duties as assigned" including Google Suite support and CPI instruction. ]]> 2021-09-23 14:17:20 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763145434 michelle_hunsberger1 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763145539 I am a DELME (ESOL) Secondary Instructional Specialist. I support schools, leaders and teachers with curriculum and instruction of EL students. We also help with accountability tasks and assessments. Our goal is to provide the learning needed to allow all EL students to receive the equitable and appropriate education that they are entitled to.]]> 2021-09-23 14:17:22 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763145539 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763146722 I support Title I schools, non-public teachers, and Federal compliance

]]> 2021-09-23 14:17:47 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763146722 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763147812 I am an Instructional Specialist. I work .5 in Accelerated and Enriched Instruction (AEI) and .5 in the Division of Consortia, Choice and Application Program Services. I support both offices with communication to families and schools about special programs and GT Identification. In AEI I support schools and school leaders with curriculum resources and PD about enrichment and acceleration. In DCCAPS I support the selection processes for special programs, my focus is primarily CES. ]]> 2021-09-23 14:18:10 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763147812 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763149117 I am an Elementary ELD Instructional Specialist in the Department of English Learner and Multilingual Education (DELME). We ensure that ELD (ESOL) teachers have the skills to build content and language simultaneously. We provide support and professional learning across all the Elementary Schools. ]]> 2021-09-23 14:18:34 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763149117 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763149658 I am a Learning and Achievement Specialist in A2A: Clarksburg, Sherwood, and Watkins Mill Clusters. Through the lens of the school improvement plan, we support schools with professional learning and synthesizing multiple data sources to support the school in actualize an anti-racist, anti-bias school system. I also work to coordinate collaboration within central office to support schools. And always showing love to my family in Sec Math]]> 2021-09-23 14:18:44 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763149658 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763151078 I am a curriculum specialist currently on the elementary social studies team with Andrea Speaks and Emma McClary. I am working on fixing DE links, Elementary and Secondary Social Studies Updates, and various other projects. I may also float to different departments as time goes on.]]> 2021-09-23 14:19:11 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763151078 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763153381  I am a Content Specialist in the Career and Postsecondary Partnerships Unit.  I work with schools which offers specific CTE (Business, Health Professions and Arts, Media and Communications) Programs of Study.  I support teachers by providing resources to support their work and curriculum and ensuring the implementation of the curriculum with fidelity.  I also write and monitor the Perkins grant for my programs to help secure funds to provide additional resources for my teachers and their programs.

]]> 2021-09-23 14:19:55 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763153381 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763154092 Cat Malchodi]]> 2021-09-23 14:20:10 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763154092 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763179631 I am a content specialist in Physical Education. I support PreK-12 adapted physical education implementation in all schools. This involves visiting schools, attending IEP meetings, meeting students, completing assessments, evaluations, goals and objectives, develop plans for student goals for teacher implementation, follow-up with teachers to ensure the IDEA Federally Special Education Services is delivered. I am on call for school consultation. 
I also support Secondary physical education, develop curriculum for 6-12 PE, and currently am working on secondary curriculum for all grade levels and supporting my team with ES PE PrK-5 curriculum writing. 
I communicate with procurement for instructional materials (think all the stuff in a PE teachers closet). 
I attend construction meetings and look to ensure that MSDE Physical Education construction specifications are met during renovation and school builds. 
I support the implementation of MS Intramural programming for all MS. Supporting teachers, programs, delivering PD and create core documents.

I am interested in working cross office to collaborate on a career pathway for HS students to earn college credits while working toward a personal training certification or yoga certification. We can do this through medical pathways. 

I am interested in working cross office to develop opportunities for students in PLTW or Engineering to develop instructional materials for students with disabilities to access physical education. This would be an exciting way to make connections between students across the system, earn SSL hours, and work to develop partnerships between schools. 



]]> 2021-09-23 14:28:19 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763179631 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763208934 Specialist for secondary social studies. I develop curriculum, specifically completing a new US History 9 curriculum. I teach LGBTQ+ Studies at Whitman. I provide ongoing training for new and pilot curriculums - this year with USH 9, American Studies 8, and LGBTQ+ Studies, I support PLCs and the leadership development of our school leaders (RTs and content specialists.)

]]> 2021-09-23 14:37:03 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763208934 annaeszilagyiweichbrod https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763213941 2021-09-23 14:38:42 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763213941 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763247005 I am an Elementary ELD Instructional Specialist in the Department of English Learners and Multilingual Education. I support and provide professional development to ELD teachers grounded in equity and opportunity, integration of content and language, collaboration, and a functional approach to language. Many times you can find me collaborating with other offices to develop PD and support schools. ]]> 2021-09-23 14:49:11 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763247005 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763260091 I am a Learning & Achievement Specialist (Area 1C) under the direction of Donna Redmond Jones. My background is elementary-I've been in this position for one year. I primarily support SDTs with the SIP process as well as support staff with district initiatives such as-LiM and Lavinia. I am also involved with cross-office grant programs (GEER I and II). ]]> 2021-09-23 14:53:22 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763260091 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763459332 I am one of two instructional specialists (Elizabeth Merino is the other) and we split the county. I have the Northeast Consortia, Down County Consortia, BCC, Churchill, WJ and Whitman clusters. I/we support our schools with creating, implementing and evaluating the impact of a comprehensive school counseling program across the academic, social-emotional, and college and career life readiness domains. Our focus is also on aligning our school counseling programs with the American School Counselors Association (ASCA) National Model. We are in our third year of explicit ASCA training and the goal at the end of this year is for schools to be fully equipped to implement their program at a level that they could earn Recognized ASCA Model Program (RAMP) status - the equivalency of "Blue Ribbon" for counseling. In addition to ASCA, we also develop and deliver PD to counselors on a variety of topics; we collaborate with RACU regarding 504 plans; provide support and guidance to high schools with the Graduation Validation process; and a long list of other things. ]]> 2021-09-23 16:03:34 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763459332 teresa_shatzer https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763505812 I am the PreK-12 Health Education Content Specialist. I support every school, every ES classroom teacher (that is where health education is taught in ES), and all secondary health educators. I am currently working on updating our current high school curriculum to align to the updated MSDE framework and creating the new .5 credit course of health education that MSDE just passed. I conduct COMAR trainings frequently to make sure our teachers are in compliance with legislative mandates and other mandates put forth by COMAR--conducted 2 trainings this morning prior to logging on to this meeting...]]> 2021-09-23 16:22:02 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1763505812 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1766279506 2021-09-24 17:43:25 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1766279506 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1766443875 I am a PreK-12 Science Specialist. My expertise is in secondary life science and I am responsible for the HS Biology Curriculum and assessments. I support all things LS MISA - including communications, PD and creating tools and supports for teachers and students. I share responsibility for the Chemistry curriculum. I am leading initiatives related to climate science and climate change education in our science curriculum and managing the student-led efforts to conduct the first MCPS Youth Climate Summit in 2022. I support all high schools and field questions related to course sequence, transfer credit and other high school science issues, including supporting new pilot elective course development as needed.]]> 2021-09-24 19:14:08 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1766443875 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1766529084 I am the twice-exceptional (2e) instructional specialist in Accelerated and Enriched Instruction (AEI). I spend a lot of time with my friends in special education, but I am in OCIP. I work with teachers in K-12 supporting students who are gifted and have disabilities, usually served through a 504 or IEP. I also support seven discrete program sites with 2e (GTLD) programs and their 17 case managers with IEP implementation, social-emotional curriculum, and instructional strategies. My primary areas of collaboration are around making advanced learning curriculum accessible for all learners, including 2e, ELL, and other special populations in the gifted community.]]> 2021-09-24 20:18:57 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1766529084 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1784207752 I am an instructional specialist in the Student Leadership and Extracurricular Activities unit, but I primarily support the Student Service Learning program. I work with the SSL coordinators in each middle and high school to provide students with access to SSL opportunities and to maintain their SSL records as part of the state graduation requirement. I also support schools with planning school-hosted service-learning projects and work with colleagues in OCIP to develop embedded service-learning projects within course curricula.]]> 2021-10-01 13:40:13 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1784207752 https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1845442546 2021-10-26 15:39:57 UTC https://padlet.com/kathryn_o_broul/specialists/wish/1845442546