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Title of Workshop: KSDE Regional Math Trainings 2017-18Course Number: MATH 2610/see below for course registration number (CRN)Term: Fall 2017 and Spring 2018Credit Hours: 1 graduate creditTimes of Offering: 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. (full attendance required)Instructor Name(s): Lisa Lajoie-Smith Instructor Contact Information: Lisa Lajoie-Smith lisa_lajoiesmith@friends.edu 316.204.8194 Instructor Bio:Lisa Lajoie-Smith: MEd in Curriculum and Instruction Special Education Teacher for 18 years and an Instructional Coach for the past 9 years with the Sedgwick County Cooperative. Teacher Leader Endorsement, KSDE Trainer of the Trainers for KCCR Standards, KSDE Summer Academy Trainer, Kansas Infinitec Coalition Cadre Member and Regional Trainer, as well as a Kansas Co-Teaching Regional Trainer

Fall Dates and Location Offered: (transcript will show fall 2017)October 2, 2017 Maize School District/CRN 10727Maize Recreation Commission10100 Grady AveMaize KS  67101October 9, 2017 Lansing School District/CRN 10728Lansing High School1412 147th StreetLansing, KS 66048October 23, 2017 Olathe School District/CRN 10729Instructional Resource Center14090 S. Blackbob RoadOlathe, KS 66062November 6, 2017 Fort Hays State University/CRN 10730Fort Hays State600 Park StreetHays, KS, 67601November 13, 2017 Newman University/CRN 10731Newman University3100 McCormick StWichita, KS 67213

Spring Dates and Location Offered: (transcript will show spring 2018)February 5, 2018 Garden City School DistrictGarden City High School2720 Buffalo WayGarden City, KS 67846February 12, 2018 Junction City School DistrictJunction City Middle School700 Wildcat LnJunction City, KS 66441February 19, 2018 Pittsburg School District

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P a g e | 2Pittsburg High School1978 E. 4thPittsburg, KS 66762

Workshop Description: All participants will gain access to the newly adopted 2017 Mathematics Standards. Changes and improvements will be highlighted as well as other resources will be provided. Participants will explore how the brain works and what we can do to help our students move from just learning mathematical information” to “knowing the math and how to use and apply it” based on the work of Jo Boaler and Carol Dweck. Participants will develop rich mathematical tasks to meet their specific grade level standards- and - practice methods of teaching with and for a growth mindset. Participants will also focus on effective teaching practices that build fluency and conceptual understanding in the areas of numbers and operations, geometry, fractions, expressions, and equations. Administrators will focus on how to structure formative assessments to gain information desired in order to drive instruction. Rubrics will be shared to assist in evaluating the alignment of instructional and professional development resources with the 2017 Kansas Standards for Mathematics as well as instructional shifts necessary in their implementation and training. Resources specifically designed for the 2017 math standards will be shared as well as available tools for assisting schools and districts with staff, parent, and public communication related to standards and assessment; available tools for instructional leaders and coaches to support their work with teachers; as well as resources to assist teachers with standards-aligned instruction.

Standards Addressed: KEPP Standards Addressed: #1-Learner Development, #4- Content Knowledge, #6-Assessment, #8-Instructional StrategiesLearning Forward Standards Addressed: #1- Learning Communities, #6- Implementation

Workshop Prerequisites: None Noted

Workshop Objectives:Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

Reflect on knowledge gained from a variety of resources and topics presented for the 2017 Mathematics Standards that includes continuous improvement through educator effectiveness with support of newly identified resources

Develop rich mathematical tasks to meet grade level standards Practice methods of teaching for a growth mindset Develop rich mathematical tasks to meet their specific grade level standards- and -

practice methods of teaching with and for a growth mindset Participants will also focus on effective teaching practices that build fluency and

conceptual understanding in the areas of numbers and operations, geometry, fractions, expressions, and equations

Workshop Materials and/or Fees: None Noted

Workshop Itinerary: All assignments are due on or before due date as stated below, according to location, by email to instructor or received in the Graduate Workshop office through regular mail. Please cc: yourself when emailing your assignments, or make copies of all records prior to postal mailing. Please include in your correspondence the following:

1. Name in which you are enrolled2. Email address3. Phone Number4. Course Number in which you are enrolled

All mailed items should be sent to:Graduate Workshops

P a g e | 3Box E-5ATTN: KSDE Regional Math Trainings2100 W. University AveWichita, KS 67213

Attendance/Participation & Grading Rubric of Required AssignmentsLetter Grade

Expected Criteria for Participation/Attendance

A Attends entire day and all required sessions, exceptional participationB Attends entire day and all required sessions, participates as requiredC Attends entire day and all required sessions, limited participationD Attends entire day and all required sessions, no participationF Does not attend entire day and does not attend required sessions

Day & Time: Handouts to Complete:

Activities/Assignments:

Expectations:

October 2, 2017 Maize School DistrictDUE: November 2, 2017

October 9, 2017 Lansing School DistrictDUE: November 9, 2017

October 23, 2017 Olathe School DistrictDUE: November 23, 2017

November 6, 2017 Fort Hays State UniversityDUE: December 6, 2017

November 13, 2017 Newman UniversityDUE: December 13, 2017

February 5, 2018 Garden City School DistrictDUE: March 5, 2018

February 12, 2018 Junction City School DistrictDUE: March 12, 2018

February 19, 2018 Pittsburg

1. Reflection

2. Completion of 2 KWL’s

Complete the Reflection handout that requires the individual to reflect on knowledge gained in the specific sessions attended.

2. Completion of 2 KWL’s for specific sessions attended.K=what you know about the topic (prior knowledge)W=what you want to know or what you want to solve about the topic (critical thinking and curiosity)L= what did you learn from the resources (demonstration of knowledge gained)

*200 words minimum*complete sentences*proper grammar*reference specific sessions attended*reflect on one or more prompts provided

*complete sentences*proper use of grammar*reference specific sessions attended while replying/answering prompts in KWL

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School DistrictDUE: March 19, 2018

Workshop Assessments:If you have any questions regarding your assignment completions/directions, please contact Lisa Lajoie-Smith at lisa_lajoiesmith@friends.edu or 316.204.8194.

Attendance/Participation & Grading Rubric of Required Assignments

Final Grade

Projects/Expectations RequiredLetter Grade

Expected Criteria for Graduate Credit Grades

A Attends KSDE Regional Math Training, for entire day, with full participation, submits all required assignments on time, and completes assignments using the expectation guidelines provided by due date stated above.

B Attends KSDE Regional Math Training, for entire day, with full participation, submits all required assignments on time, and completes assignments using the expectation guidelines provided and turns them in no later than 3 days past the above stated due date.

C Attends KSDE Regional Math Training, for entire day, with full participation, submits all required assignments on time, and completes assignments using the expectation guidelines provided and turns them in no later than 5 days past the above stated due date.

D Attends KSDE Regional Math Training, for entire day, with full participation, submits all required assignments on time, and completes assignments using the expectation guidelines provided and turns them in no later than 7 days past the above stated due date.

F Does not attend the KSDE Regional Math Training and does not submit assignments.

KSDE Regional Math Trainings 2017-18: Reflection Assignment

The reflection should reference specific sessions attended with a 200 word minimum requirement. Please remember to use complete sentences with proper grammar. Reflections must include a response to one or more of the following prompts:

1. Reflect on specific new tools and/or strategies gained and how you will embed this new learning into your current teaching practice

2. Reflect on specific resources presented and how you plan to use those resources as part of your instructional strategies to improve student achievement, motivation, or provide a more meaningful learning experience.

3. Reflect on potential new rich mathematical tasks to teach and enhance growth mindset.

KSDE Regional Math Trainings -KWL Template

Your Printed Name: ____________________________________________________________________

P a g e | 5Your email Address: ____________________________________________________________________Submit Assignments to: Lisa Lajoie-Smith at lisa_lajoiesmith@friends.edu

DUE: See above stated date, dependent on which regional training attended, by midnight

As you attend the professional development sessions offered, make notations of what you believe you know about the topic, what you want to learn (generate your own questions), and what you actually gained from attending each session. This format mirrors the KWL process and it quite beneficial- even for educators! Each section should show thoughtful responses, with complete sentences, proper use of grammar, and well thought out questions. Feel free to take notes during the session, and then re-type your responses at home if desired. We will send each of you an electronic copy for your use, following registration day and enrollment completion. If you have any questions, please feel free to email Lisa Lajoie-Smith at lisa_lajoiesmith@friends.edu

Session:Presenter(s):Topic Presented:Time:

1.What I Know About This Topic (prior knowledge)-provide a minimum of one listing

2.Questions I Hope Are Answered During The Session (curiosity and critical thinking)-provide at least 2 questions

3. Key concepts/content I Learned Which I Did Not Previously Know (demonstration of knowledge gained)-Provide at least 3

Teacher/Administrator (application and continuous improvement)- Describe either in your classroom methodology, or as part of your personal philosophy how the knowledge gained from this session will change your future approach as an educator/administrator. List specifically new skills and best practices you want to incorporate into your classroom teaching, and/or building leadership practices as a result of this new knowledge: (response- minimum of 100 words):

Teacher /Administrator (application and continuous improvement)-How do you plan to incorporate your new knowledge in a way that supports the achievement and success for students in the classroom? (list a minimum of 2 examples)

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Session:Presenter(s):Topic Presented:Time:

1.What I Know About This Topic (prior knowledge)-provide a minimum of one listing

2.Questions I Hope Are Answered During The Session (curiosity and critical thinking)-provide at least 2 questions

3. Key concepts/content I Learned Which I Did Not Previously Know (demonstration of knowledge gained)-Provide at least 3

Teacher/Administrator (application and continuous improvement)- Describe either in your classroom methodology, or as part of your personal philosophy how the knowledge gained from this session will change your future approach as an educator/administrator. List specifically new skills and best practices you want to incorporate into your classroom teaching, and/or building leadership practices as a result of this new knowledge: (response- minimum of 100 words):

Teacher /Administrator (application and continuous improvement)-How do you plan to incorporate your new knowledge in a way that supports the achievement and success for students in the classroom? (list a minimum of 2 examples)

All assignments are due on or before date due stated as above, by midnight, by email to instructor or received in the Graduate Workshop office through regular mail. Please cc: yourself when emailing your assignments, or make copies of all records prior to postal mailing. Please include in your correspondence the following:

1. Name in which you are enrolled2. Email address3. Phone Number4. Course Number in which you are enrolled

Email your assignment to Lisa Lajoie-Smith at lisa_lajoiesmith@friends.edu

All mailed items should be sent to:Graduate WorkshopsBox E-5ATTN: KSDE Regional Math Trainings

P a g e | 72100 W. University AveWichita, KS 67213

Grades will be submitted to the registrar’s office no later than 5 days after the class closes. Your grade will be available in your Self-Service Banner account online. You will need to go to the Student Tab, then click on Student Records, then click View your Academic Transcript, scroll down, select your term and click “submit.” If you have questions about how to view your grade in SSB, please call the Graduate Workshops office at 316-295-5516.

If you have questions regarding your transcript, please contact the registrar’s office at 295-5400 or 800-794-6945, ext. 5400 or you may view the Get Transcripts link http://www.friends.edu/students/transcripts/.