I learned about the new Math adoption (HMH into Math)and how to access teacher digital slides already created!! WOW!! 🤗The Ed platform is accessible through Clever!!

I also learned that there are pitfalls to using High Yield Strategies. Therefore, you have to be intentional and well planned.

I learned that the I/E Block is a strategy that allows us as teachers to provide the missing pieces and fill the gaps in students' learning as they strive for grade-level mastery and beyond.

I also learned that new challenges are opportunities for success, i.e. HMH into Math

This was the best system wide PD I have ever attended. The information and presentation was very informative. It was on How Trauma Affects Kids in School and the Long Term impacts of Childhood Trauma.

The information given showed me how and why some of our students have the behaviors that they display.The presentation gave strategies for Navigating common Fears,Understanding Emotions,and using an Emotional Thermometer for self regulating.I will implement using these with the students that I work with. All of these also give steps on implementing the strategies. I hope that having these tools will help with having the students to have a successful and happy school year.

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These two teaching models are very beneficial when striving to close the learning gaps, differentiate instruction, and intensify support of those students in need. Tier 2 and 3 students often require more tailored instruction to meet where they are struggling compared to their peers. Stations allow teachers to group students by need and provide targeted practice or remediation for various CORE subjects. Having our students work in smaller groups allow for more direct teacher interaction and individualized feedback. While one group works directly with a teacher, other groups are engaged in meaningful independent or peer-based tasks.

Finally, having small-group time will allow for informal assessments, observations, or collecting of data that can be utilized if that student is being moved forward to obtain an IEP. However, the goal is to give each student that extra support to reduce their Tier from 3 and 2, down to Tier 1. So overall, the SWPD was a plus for me!  

The Let’s Go Learn training helped me understand how to use diagnostic data to drive instruction and provide targeted support. I now feel more equipped to interpret student data and use it to individualize learning paths that meet each student’s unique needs. Similarly, the Do The Math session gave me a clearer understanding of how to approach math intervention with structure and intentionality, which is crucial for building foundational skills and filling in learning gaps.

Because this curriculum is new to me, I appreciated the opportunity to explore how these tools are designed to support students with disabilities in a general education setting. I can already see how implementing them will positively impact student progress.

In addition to curriculum training, I also attended a session on co-teaching models. This was particularly helpful as I’ll be collaborating closely with general education teachers. I learned about various co-teaching approaches and how each model can be used effectively to support both educators and students. Understanding when and how to use these strategies will be essential in creating a seamless and supportive learning environment.

And on a fun note — while it’s not something I “learned,” I was excited to win a \$50 Target gift card for retaining knowledge from the Let’s Go Learn session!

Overall, the sessions this week were engaging, practical, and gave me the confidence I need to step into this new role with clarity and purpose. I’m feeling better prepared and motivated to make a positive impact this school year.