CEI: Business Check-in
2024-10-14 14:00 - 15:15 (America/Los_Angeles)

irtual Webinar: “Can’t Stop the Feeling! Elevating UDL 3.0 for Every learner”
2024-10-15 03:30 - 17:00
This four-part series invites participants to consider research-based inclusive practices for designing equitable classrooms. The sessions covered will be: Designing for Learner Agency, Engagement that Cultivates Belonging, Representation with Authentic Options, and Action and Expression that Honors Variability.
Each session includes:

The latest research about Universal Design for Learning, including the 3.0 updates

A focus on including and co-designing spaces of belonging with learners with special needs

Concrete examples, tools, and resources to support application

Guidance for lesson planning

Reflection prompts and activities to facilitate professional growth

60-minute interactive presentation followed by a 30-minute Q&A

Dates and Times:

October 15, 2024 3:30 – 5:00 PM PST

October 22, 2024 3:30 – 5:00 PM PST

November 5, 2024 3:30 – 5:00 PM PST

November 12, 2024 3:30 – 5:00 PM PST

If you require any reasonable accommodation to participate fully, please contact the SIP team at connect@sipinclusion.org.
Register here: https://edcoe.my.site.com/edcoeevents/s/lt-event?id=a4QRd000000ZV49MAG

Family and Community Engagement Network
2024-10-15 08:30 - 12:30
You’re invited to our monthly meetings dedicated to fostering stronger family and community engagement. At San Diego County Office of Education, we believe in the power of collaboration and meaningful connections within our community.

Multigrade Teacher Community of Practice
2024-10-15 15:30 - 17:00
The Multigrade Teacher Community of Practice is hosted by the California Rural Education Network and Madera County Superintendent of Schools.
This community of practice meets every 3rd Tuesday to virtually connect teachers who teach three or more grade levels simultaneously. This COP provides opportunities for teachers to engage in conversations about unique classroom experiences to share for rural education research.
Questions? Contact Rindy DeVoll rdevoll@bcoe.org
Register today: https://bit.ly/3Wz1GUT

CEI: Peer Leading & Learning Network Planning Meeting
2024-10-16 09:00 - 10:30

SC R-TAC Community Schools Onboarding 102
2024-10-16 09:00 - 11:00
Are you new to the California Community Schools Partnership Program (CCSPP)? Join the Southern Coast Regional Technical Assistance Center (SC R-TAC) for a CCSPP onboarding learning series designed exclusively for new community school leaders like yourself!

CEI: Peer Leading & Learning Exchange (PLLX) Office Hours
2024-10-16 11:00 - 12:00

From Pilot to Practice: A Case Study of a District’s Journey to Implement Formative Assessment Practices to Improve Student Outcomes in Math
2024-10-16 13:30 - 14:45
Join the California Collaborative for Educational Excellence (CCEE) as they showcase their Data Research Learning Network, which empowers districts and counties across California to innovate their data and assessment practices. In this session, Rincon Valley USD will highlight their bottom-up approach to rebalancing their local assessment system. By leveraging formative assessments and math learning progressions, they’ve created a dynamic process to better inform teaching and improve student outcomes.
Participants will walk away with a valuable starter toolkit, including a walkthrough protocol, reflection and action planning templates, sample teacher and learner surveys, and data chat protocols for effective data meetings. Additionally, attendees will gain access to CCEE’s Assessment System Review Learning Path and Tool to further support their assessment system improvements.
Don’t miss this opportunity to gather practical tools and insights to innovate and enhance your district’s data and assessment practices!

Uplifting Educators to Accelerate Learning: How a Small District is Developing a Culture of Research, Collaboration, and Assessment for Student Outcomes
2024-10-16 13:30 - 14:45
How can districts foster a culture of continuous improvement that accelerates student learning? In this session, Taft City School District shares their approach, which integrates research, collaboration, and assessment to uplift teacher practices and drive student success. By gathering authentic voices from both teachers and students, providing data-driven professional development, and pilot testing interventions, the district is committed to improving instructional outcomes.
Over the past two years, Taft City has engaged in an action research initiative focused on improving ELA performance on state and local assessments. This session will present statistical findings, lessons learned, and provide district leaders and classroom teachers with practical strategies to enhance their own continuous improvement efforts.
Join us at the California Assessment Conference to gain valuable insights and actionable steps for fostering a culture of continuous improvement in your district!

Inclusive Learning Circles - Fostering Synergy Between UDL, AT, & AAC - Session 2
2024-10-16 15:00 - 16:00
Fostering Synergy Between UDL, AT, & AAC
Audience: Open to all educators to expand knowledge and share best practices.
Sessions:

9/18/2024 – 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

10/16/2024 – 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

11/20/2024 – 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

12/18/2024 – 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

1/22/2025 – 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

2/19/2025 – 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

3/19/2025 – 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

4/23/2025 – 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

5/21/2025 – 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

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NCCSE Parent Academy
2024-10-16 16:00 - 17:30
The North Coastal Consortium for Special Education (NCCSE) Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) acknowledges the vital role of involving parents and educators in supporting students’ educational journeys. Helping parents understand the IEP, their role, and the importance of communication and teamwork is key to fostering engagement.

Leading with Courage: Creating Conditions for Balanced Assessment Systems, Not Testing Systems, in the Classroom
2024-10-17 09:00 - 10:15
The California Collaborative for Educational Excellence (CCEE), in partnership with the Center for Assessment, launched the Balanced Assessment System pilot to help districts evaluate and improve their local assessment systems. In this session, Bakersfield City School District, a pilot participant, will share the outcomes of their local assessment system review. Learn how they streamlined assessments by eliminating redundant or unnecessary district-, school-, and classroom-level tests, creating more time for assessments that truly support student learning.
Participants will gain access to an exclusive toolkit, including online modules and an evaluation tool designed to align current assessment practices with your district’s vision for the role of assessment. This session provides practical strategies and tools to help you assess, refine, and optimize your district’s assessment system.
Join us at the California Assessment Conference to learn how to make assessments more meaningful and impactful in your schools!

Universal Virtual Training UDL/AT Immersion
2024-10-17 12:00 - 15:00
Please see Flyer for additional Information: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1n-rpG1DRyWhy8FofOVKsFwlPKlLoFHOt/view

CPIN: Conversation Series: The Powerful Role Of Play In Education 3- Part Series
2024-10-17 17:30 - 19:30
This three-part, virtual series will provide participants with opportunities to engage in discussions and collaborate with other early learning and care professionals to analyze and explore research on how play is an integral part of a child’s everyday learning. Through conversations built around the CDE publication The Powerful Role of Play in Early Education, participants will explore and discuss the attributes of play, how children benefit from play, and how they as educators can support children in their play.

Holocaust Education: Echoes & Reflections
2024-10-18 08:45 - 16:00
Foundations of Teaching the Holocaust: History and Pedagogy. This professional development session will give you the tools to teach and initiate important discussions about the complex lessons of the Holocaust. In exploring classroom-tested strategies that can be implemented in your classroom, you will leave with increased confidence and effective materials to tackle the tough questions your students have about this subject. The why. The how.

Expanded Learning Site Leadership Training Series: Being an Effective Supervisor
2024-10-18 09:30 - 11:30
Address the role of supervising your program. Discuss strategies, such as utilize walk-throughs and observations, 1:1 conversation, setting goals for strengthening practices when interacting with peers and youth and having tough conversations when staff is not responsive to improvement.
