Resource Category: Type of Audience
Increasing Intervention Efficacy Using Data Dashboards
DESCRIPTION
A data dashboard can be a powerful tool when considering how to track the effectiveness of program implementation and efficacy. There are a myriad of factors to consider when deciding what dashboarding can provide your LEA. In this session, San Ramon Valley Unified School District will share how to link data dashboarding with progress monitoring to increase intervention efficacy. Ultimately, LEAs will learn how to use a data dashboard to evaluate which interventions have the highest impact to help ensure students make gains when additional supports are identified.
This session includes a 45-minute presentation and 15 minute open Q&A. Participants will also have an opportunity to sign up for a follow-up Special Interest Group session.
PRESENTERS
Kit Bragg – Director of Assessment Research & Evaluation
Ramaa Ravi – Educational Services Technical Analyst
SESSION MATERIALS
ARCHIVED VIDEO
The State of UDL in California
DESCRIPTION
Join us for an enlightening panel discussion with leading expert practitioners from across California as we delve into the transformative world of Universal Design for Learning (UDL). This event is designed to explore big ideas, share groundbreaking work, and discuss potential next steps to foster the implementation of UDL within the Golden State’s educational framework.
What to Expect
The session kicks off with a comprehensive 40-45 minute panel discussion featuring esteemed experts who are at the forefront of UDL implementation across California. These practitioners will share insights into the exciting developments and initiatives currently underway to support UDL in various educational settings.
Discussion Points
Innovative Initiatives: Discover the groundbreaking work being undertaken across the state to champion UDL principles and practices. Learn about successful case studies and models that are making a significant impact in enhancing learning for all students.
Implementation Challenges: Understand the common obstacles faced by educators at the classroom, school, and district levels in integrating UDL into their curricula. Our experts will shed light on these challenges and share their experiences in navigating these barriers.
Strategic Recommendations: Engage with our panel as they offer expert recommendations aimed at improving coherence and building capacity within California’s Statewide System of Support for UDL. These insights will focus on practical steps and strategies that can be adopted to advance UDL implementation effectively.
PRESENTERS
Jennifer Boettger – Program Specialist, Placer County Office of Education
Karen Taylor – Staff Consultant, California Teacher Association
Sung Park – Coordinator, Santa Clara County Office of Education
Andrea Marks – Director, Nevada County Superintendent of Schools
Session Slides
ARCHIVED VIDEO – Coming Soon!
Guiding AI in Education: Collaborative Leadership for Ethical Integration in LA County
DESCRIPTION
The session, led by Los Angeles County Office of Education is dedicated to addressing the increasing integration of AI in education. It highlights the necessity for ethical and responsible AI usage guidelines, detailing the support provided to LA County’s districts through symposiums, collaborations, and professional development. The task force, comprising diverse members, aims to develop these crucial guidelines. The session also covers a needs assessment survey to understand stakeholder perspectives on AI in education, offering insights on replication strategies for similar initiatives.
This session includes a 45-minute presentation and a 15-minute open Q&A. You can also sign up for a follow-up Special Interest Group (SIG) session on 3/29/2024 to take a deeper, more contextualized look at AI in your school or district by emailing our Program Specialist, Sehrish Anjum, at [email protected]
PRESENTERS
Jose R. Gonzalez – Chief Technology Officer
Elizabeth Graswich – Executive Director of Public Affairs & Communications
Christopher Hoang – Assistant Director, Technology Innovation and Outreach
SESSION MATERIALS
ARCHIVED VIDEO
Open Door: Insights from the Frontlines of School Transformation
DESCRIPTION
Join three exceptional school principals and teacher leaders for an inside look at how they are reimagining education at their schools. Through the Intensive Assistance Model pilot, these educators have implemented powerful new strategies – centered on teacher collaboration and meeting individual student needs – that are delivering remarkable results.
In this open invitation session, you’ll discover how schools are moving beyond pandemic recovery through dedicated professional learning communities and a shared commitment to continuous improvement. Gain insights around key themes:
- Implementing the Guiding Coalition
- Structures and processes for effective collaboration
- Strategies and interventions tailored to students
- Improved academic outcomes and teacher work/life balance
Whether you’re an educator looking for new ideas or a policymaker exploring ways to support innovation, this is an unprecedented opportunity to learn firsthand how some of California’s most dedicated schools are transforming teaching and learning.
PRESENTERS
| Sierra Vista Elementary School District | Jamie Huerta, Principal Christina Vasquez Coy, Teacher |
| Nishimoto Elementary School District | Erin Falke, Principal Angela Truong, Teacher |
| Washington Elementary School District | Adalberto Hernandez, Principal Elizabeth Ramirez, Teacher Daisy Miguel, Teacher |
SESSION MATERIALS
ARCHIVED VIDEO
Building Early Education Staff Capacity
Summary: This slide deck and infographic build capacity for transitional kindergarten and kindergarten staff to support California’s Universal Prekindergarten and Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELO-P). With comprehensive coverage of early childhood development science and the vital role of play-based learning, these resources empower educators to create enrichment activities that unleash young children’s curiosity.
Highlights:
- Succinct overview of UPK and ELO-P framework
- Illuminating examples bringing key concepts to life
- Concrete guidance on planning and facilitating play
- Hang vibrant infographic for quick reference
- Materials to train staff and elevate TK/K programming through developmentally-appropriate, play-centered pedagogy
If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Chris Hartley at [email protected].
Creating Engaging Early Learning Spaces
Summary: With the expansion of early education programs in California, this three-part series offers tips, tools, and inspiration to help educators design developmentally appropriate and creative indoor and outdoor spaces for transitional kindergarten (TK) and kindergarten students.
Highlights:
- Video tour showing thoughtful TK learning spaces that support student development
- Slide deck with specific recommendations for materials and environmental features
- Reference chart aligning space design with health, safety and early childhood standards
The resources spark ideas for making spaces engaging and tailored to your students’ unique needs. Borrow and adapt ideas as you upgrade existing spaces or build new ones to embrace the shifts happening in TK-12 education, thanks to California’s Universal Prekindergarten and Expanded Learning Initiatives. Support provided through collaboration between the California and the California Department of Education.
If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Chris Hartley at [email protected].
Podcast: Leading Forward
The Leading Forward Podcast showcases voices from leading California researchers and practitioners talking about lessons we can all learn from 2020 — and how we can reimagine education moving forward.
A perfect companion to the Field Guide, the podcast offers an additional way of learning about key research from recognized experts and promising practices directly from practitioners in the field.
Produced in a conversational format and under 30 minutes in length per episode, busy educators will find great insights they can listen to at their convenience — be it in the office or on the go.
🎙️ Click here to listen to the podcast episodes.
Podcast: California School Field Trip
The CCEE’s pioneering podcast, “CA School Field Trip,” served as an immersive audio journey, offering listeners detailed insights into how educators and local educational agencies across the state engaged with the Local Control Funding Formula and dedicated themselves to ongoing enhancement efforts. Though the series has concluded, its episodes remain a valuable resource. Highlighted topics in the archive feature discussions on tailored support in Mother Lode, advancement strategies within the Chula Vista Elementary School District, and the cooperative endeavors linking county education offices with local districts.
🎙️ Click here to listen to the podcast episodes.
Statewide System of Support Resource Hub
Statewide System of Support Resource Hub
🌐 Announcement: CCEE launches the Statewide System of Support Resource Hub! 📚
Discover a wealth of universal resources aimed at enhancing student outcomes and supporting educators! With over 30 statewide projects, grants, and initiatives, there is a new one-stop website designed to provide equity in access to valuable tools for educators.
🔗 Visit the CCEE SOS Resource Hub: https://www.ccee-sos-resource-hub.org
There are 130+ universal resources catered to benefit your district, county office, or charter school, and this number will continue to grow! From webinars, to toolkits, to self-assessment frameworks, find what you need to improve outcomes for your students. We encourage you to share the link to the resource hub with all of your educational partners and to include it on your organization’s website.
Special thanks to the members of the CCEE One System Collective and the educators who contributed submissions to the Resource Hub for making this a reality!
Let’s collaborate to empower educators and enhance student success! 🎓💡
If you have information about a statewide initiative or resource that you would like to add to the Resource Hub, please contact Jasmine Hennessy at [email protected]
