https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie Please start your note with PLC title "PE" or "Math" or "2nd grade" etc. en-us 2023-05-31 16:17:50 UTC 2026-02-09 12:28:10 UTC hello@padlet.com belcherj6 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2610731946 2023-05-31 16:18:30 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2610731946 belcherj6 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2610734605 2023-05-31 16:21:15 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2610734605 belcherj6 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2610735522 2023-05-31 16:22:13 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2610735522 belcherj6 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2610736027 2023-05-31 16:22:46 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2610736027 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613267848 We have a much deeper understanding of how targets build into a standard. As well as how to use formative assessments for those targets. ]]> 2023-06-02 21:40:05 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613267848 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613267887 CFA, Unit of Study Alignment]]> 2023-06-02 21:40:12 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613267887 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613267924 Our subtraction unit. We liked how we worked through the math and made it easier to teach. We worked on student achievement with the math.]]> 2023-06-02 21:40:20 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613267924 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613268059 Pacing for math and took a deep look at standards and using those with assessments. ]]> 2023-06-02 21:40:45 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613268059 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613268162  We were able to start to collaborate as a 6-12 grade band again and that was nice.]]> 2023-06-02 21:41:06 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613268162 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613268252 We planned writing cycles for the year and used common rubrics that assessed the standards! Whoohoo!]]> 2023-06-02 21:41:23 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613268252 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613268381 We added in an additional layer using Alphafriends, ABC Bootcamp to teach letter identification and sounds]]> 2023-06-02 21:41:46 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613268381 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613268525 Bringing two new people on board and "rocking and rolling"-Mrs. Bell]]> 2023-06-02 21:42:17 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613268525 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613268545 Created a unit of study for a standard that is often overlooked - text features.


Created many common formative assessments.

]]> 2023-06-02 21:42:22 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613268545 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613268659 We completed three inquiry cycles together.
We relied on our 4th grade standards posters to guide our work, updating weekly.]]> 2023-06-02 21:42:45 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613268659 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613268745 CFA and Unit of Study alignment]]> 2023-06-02 21:43:03 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613268745 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613268978 We are looking forward to our third year of collaboration, building on the standards based rubrics for writing, standards and test alignment. We are excited to dig into our new reading pilot options.]]> 2023-06-02 21:43:38 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613268978 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613269006 As a team we came up with creative ideas which facilitated greater growth for students. ]]> 2023-06-02 21:43:43 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613269006 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613269037 Looking forward to using common writing rubrics that will support ELA and other content areas. ]]> 2023-06-02 21:43:51 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613269037 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613269135 By focusing in on the specific standard students were able to better retain information.]]> 2023-06-02 21:44:10 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613269135 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613269224 We have a deeper understanding of rubrics and how to calibrate scoring for leveled reading.]]> 2023-06-02 21:44:30 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613269224 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613269227 Vertical Alignment, Team Building with CC]]> 2023-06-02 21:44:30 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613269227 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613269301 We learned being consistent with scoring was a challenge with writing. The inquiry cycles take a long time to plan and follow through with the whole process. ]]> 2023-06-02 21:44:49 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613269301 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613269305 We are excited to see a variety of grade levels work together and have data driven assessments to support all students. ]]> 2023-06-02 21:44:50 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613269305 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613269382 Planning with our new piloted curriculum. ]]> 2023-06-02 21:45:06 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613269382 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613269489 Appreciated the 15 day inquiry circle for planning my formative assessments and review.]]> 2023-06-02 21:45:28 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613269489 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613269512 1. Our first grade team aligned and edited all of our Go Math Chapter Assessments with the State Standards. :)
2. Our first grade team created writing rubrics for conventions, opinion, informative and narrative writing, including student rubrics for each to help them improve their own writing. We came together and checked in with how we graded writing using these rubrics. :) ]]> 2023-06-02 21:45:35 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613269512 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613269582 There are benefits to using a day-by-day unit plan versus a set-in-stone calendar layout. This allows for better flexibility. ]]> 2023-06-02 21:45:50 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613269582 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613269605 Vertical Alignment between the primary grades and planning our new curriculum. ]]> 2023-06-02 21:45:54 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613269605 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613269663 We would love to be able to plan units together during PLC's, prep. and review accomplishment results.]]> 2023-06-02 21:46:11 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613269663 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613269883 Continue to create CFAs for more standards in math and collaborate around scoring. ]]> 2023-06-02 21:46:56 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613269883 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613270040 We have a diverse team and are extremely supportive of each other
Great vertical conversations with middle school and high school

]]> 2023-06-02 21:47:26 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613270040 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613270091 We look forward to more team unit/inquiry cycles--using the new curriculum (adoption process).  ]]> 2023-06-02 21:47:35 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613270091 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613270123 Time to update the curriculum map based on the new curriculum. ]]> 2023-06-02 21:47:44 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613270123 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613270196 Common planning time, Time for vertical alignment for CFA's, Friday morning meeting with Specialists for profiling caseload]]> 2023-06-02 21:48:01 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613270196 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613270233 It would be nice to add in time during PLCs to prep for the units we have planned.]]> 2023-06-02 21:48:09 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613270233 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613270452 Most of units went longer than the 15 days, even though we thought they would be shorter. We did look for trends in academic outcomes, and did find some. Our data was more positive and useful for the students that had good attendance. It is difficult when students miss a week+ and they are absent for the pre-, post- , or most of the instruction. ]]> 2023-06-02 21:48:53 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613270452 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613270662 Continue the work we have already started to allow us to complete what we have begun. 

Have time to concentrate on MAP information. Use the data to guide our WIN time.]]> 2023-06-02 21:49:46 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613270662 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613270928 Time to update new team members about the previous PLC work so that their is better understanding of what we have already done. Why we did it, when to use it, how to find the PLC stuff, etc.]]> 2023-06-02 21:50:49 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613270928 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613270959 Continue to work on CFA and unit planning as this is not completed yet. ]]> 2023-06-02 21:50:56 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613270959 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613271097 Looking forward to working on streamlining math using Achieve the Core, standards, and IXL. Also we want to create common formative and summative assessments and continuing to look at ways to beef up math fluency. ]]> 2023-06-02 21:51:10 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613271097 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613271143 We appreciate the PLC and PD committee having teacher input. We would like some PLC time designated for discussing the ELA curriculum adoption and time for planning together.]]> 2023-06-02 21:51:20 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613271143 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613271230 HS & ML Science
Cut down on extra stuff in a inquiry cycle and learning the structure of an inquiry cycle
Waiting to see WCAS scores ]]> 2023-06-02 21:51:34 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613271230 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613271729 I am proud of our team for accommodating and adapting to our specific needs

]]> 2023-06-02 21:53:24 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613271729 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613271828 Vertical alignment discussions between 2nd and 4th grade in math.]]> 2023-06-02 21:53:51 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613271828 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613272057 Common planning time would be crucial for program alignment and planning purposes.]]> 2023-06-02 21:54:42 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613272057 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613272216 More choice over what we want to accomplish and opportunity to meet with other PLCS or other people (ex. people who want to work on standards based grading).]]> 2023-06-02 21:55:19 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613272216 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613272382 More vertical alignment with elementary class. Work through science kits with elementary staff]]> 2023-06-02 21:56:00 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613272382 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613272645 We seem to either run out of time to accomplish things in a quality manner, or we rush to get it done. We never get to profiling students, sharing ideas for individual students, multiple strategies to help struggling learners, etc. We never get to, "What do you do if a student is not getting it?"]]> 2023-06-02 21:56:58 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613272645 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613272676 Sharing our cycles amongst the group made our planning stronger. All of us are stronger than any one of us.]]> 2023-06-02 21:57:04 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613272676 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613272898 PLC calendar to help with planning of units and data. A cycle maybe WIN, Grade Level, Profiling.....]]> 2023-06-02 21:57:50 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613272898 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613274128 Ongoing communication well advance of expected implementation.]]> 2023-06-02 22:01:59 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613274128 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613274427 Working towards well structured CTSOs]]> 2023-06-02 22:03:03 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613274427 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613274576 Rotating calendar. ]]> 2023-06-02 22:03:31 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613274576 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613274699 CFA for Geometry and 6th grade. 
PLC collaboration with Geometry classes.
SBAC results]]> 2023-06-02 22:04:00 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613274699 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613274734 Researched and developed deep understanding of Fitness Standards and Assessments. Developed alignment of formative and summative assessments for K-12 fitness.]]> 2023-06-02 22:04:09 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613274734 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613274935 1. We focused on bridging the standards between 5th and 6th grade music.
2. We focused on formative assessment strategies that apply in a relevant manner to standards and curriculum.]]> 2023-06-02 22:04:58 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613274935 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613275171 Slowing down and focusing on boulders saw an increase in performance. 
Looking at vertical alignment and recognizing what students need from each course. ]]> 2023-06-02 22:05:56 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613275171 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613275930 Some (not all) weeks set aside for addressing most pressing issues for our specific group]]> 2023-06-02 22:08:53 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613275930 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613275966 1. Bridging standards of the music departments between grades 5 and 6.

2. Identifying the specific skills required of students to transfer into a middle school band environment.

3. Apply effective formative assessments to the students throughout the unit cycles.]]> 2023-06-02 22:09:02 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613275966 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613276426 Instruction was intentional and focused on the K-12 Fitness Components which was the beginning of the year power standard. Findings include student demonstration of concepts in formative assessments and in physical performance activities.

]]> 2023-06-02 22:10:36 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613276426 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613276895 Focused on analyzing, developing, and assessing skills that students need to grow throughout the inquiry process. These processes taught us that sometimes students don't know everything we think they do.]]> 2023-06-02 22:12:28 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613276895 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613277257 Algebra I, math materials pilot, geometry/algebra I switch, Friday snacks, taking SBA as staff, small group PLC continuing, PLC training]]> 2023-06-02 22:13:50 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613277257 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613277365 Finalizing the alignment of 12th grade standards all the way through 8th grade, and the beginning of middle school. Utilizing this time to arrange Quaver standards to backwards planned beginning band standards.]]> 2023-06-02 22:14:19 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613277365 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613277866 Curriculum adoption, data behind switch from geometry and Algebra I, Algebra I collaboration, small group PLC, snacks, taking SBA at teachers]]> 2023-06-02 22:16:06 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613277866 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613278402 Connect K-2 P.E. Standards to TK.
Connect 3-5 P.E. Standards to units and growth goals related to the FITT components which will align with 6-12 power standards and growth goals at the upper levels.]]> 2023-06-02 22:18:04 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613278402 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613278644 Clarity of vision and a definition of PLCs. Utilizing that time to reach other music professionals. Additionally, creating a unified vision of music PLC to define the roles of our positions. Providing us time to analyze data about formative and summative assessments .]]> 2023-06-02 22:18:54 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613278644 belcherj6 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613278762 Since we all identifed we wanted more relevant learning and real world learning we should use PEI to help us all with our beautiful surrounds. We ]]> 2023-06-02 22:19:19 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613278762 belcherj6 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613279034 We talked about better supporting our ES staff with training on Science Kits and common understandings and vocab to help wth WCAS scores at the HS level]]> 2023-06-02 22:20:14 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613279034 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613279373

As much small group PLC time as possible.

Continuing Running Agenda one easy to find document

Continue agenda from this year to next year. 

Including teachers in Zoom trainings is beneficial

]]> 2023-06-02 22:21:27 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613279373 belcherj6 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613280356 To remove independent teacher pressure from parents, we need a District wide focus on grading and consistent use district wide]]> 2023-06-02 22:24:28 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613280356 https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613281191 recognition of different instructional standards and groupings and make the time relevant for all involved. ]]> 2023-06-02 22:27:16 UTC https://padlet.com/belcherj6/xjgwxvrtl5recwie/wish/2613281191