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“...teachers need to be attuned on a daily basis to who is learning what and who is not, and then teachers must find ways to make sure each and every child is learning everything in the curriculum”. Asking students to list the math homework problems that were easy for them and explain why will give insight as to the problems which were more difficult; thus the problem solving process is not punitive, but a natural part of moving toward understanding. Finally, the Daily Objective provides students an understanding why the new concept or skill is important. Asking students what might be some alternative ways to meet the objective would allow them to share how they could learn the new material or skill. Scheurich and Skrla (2003) in Leadership for Equity and Excellence write “…teachers need to be attuned on a daily basis to who is learning what and who is not, and then teachers must find ways to make sure each and every child is learning everything in the curriculum” (p.47). If we do not converse with students about what they are learning, what is difficult for them, how they like to learn, how can they best show their understanding, then we cannot ensure all students are accessing the full curriculum to master content standards. The Components of an Effective Lesson, as suggested in these examples, are more than a lesson planning tool for teachers. They provide an opportunity, within the flow of a lesson, for students to communicate their understandings, frames of reference, previous experiences and unanswered questions about concepts and skills they are expected to master. • Begin new areas of study by asking students to generate questions, make statements, or share connections to the new material to be studied – take notes or frame ideas in a graphic organizer to refer to as the lesson proceeds • Ask students how they might best remember important information presented – taking notes, placing stickies, highlighting text, summarizing verballyand allow them to use strategies they feel are valuable • Take time to look at vocabulary embedded in the new concept studied and generate predictions or guesses about the meaning and relationship of the words – record for verifying once the vocabulary is addressed in the course of the lesson • Use Daily Review to assess student understanding of new material – are students struggling with understanding content or process or applying information in unfamiliar contexts? • While previewing related chapter or text material, ask students to look for words they think will be important to know if they are to meet the learning goal for the day. Have students answer the question – “How will I as a teacher know that you know?” References Marzano, R. (2004). Building background knowledge for academic achievement. Alexandria, VA: ASCD. Scheurich, J. & Skrla, L. (2003). Leadership for equity and excellence.Corwin Press.
Administrator Highlights Kenneth Wronski, Principal Steve Schorr Elementary School Mr. Wronski has been in the Clark County School District for 18 years. He taught eight years before becoming an administrator. He served as assistant principal at L. Wiener, Charlotte Hill and Beatty Elementary Schools and principal at L. Weiner Elementary School before opening Steve Schorr Elementary School in the 06-07 school year. The honor of opening a new school serves as one of Mr. Wronski’s greatest accomplishments. The secret to the success the students and staff enjoy at Schorr Elementary School is based on the premise that the school community does whatever it takes to ensure student success; there is no substitute for hard work. According to Mr. Wronski, it is the teachers who make the biggest difference, and he works hard to support his staff to be the best they can be. He has instituted a program, in partnership with South Point Hotel & Casino, to provide incentives for teachers who have achieved a WOW. A WOW is an exemplary deed presented to the faculty by a faculty member. With the generosity of the South Point Hotel, gift certificates for dinners, movies, and shows are extended to teachers who receive WOWs. This principal strives to secure additional resources to reinforce the commitment to students by his teachers. When Mr. Wronski is not working to support his students, staff and parents, he attends dog shows. He raises and trains Chows and plans to be a certified handler when he retires. Congratulations to Mr. Wronski for his extra efforts on behalf of the Clark County School District and the community of Schorr Elementary School. Holly Lepisto, Principal Floyd Elementary School Mrs. Lepisto opened Floyd Elementary School in Pahrump this school year. She spent the last two years as principal of J.G. Johnson Elementary School in Pahrump before being honored with opening the first new elementary school in six years. Mrs. Lepisto began her career in Mentor, Ohio and taught for more than 20 years before becoming an administrator. She had been both an elementary and middle school principal before arriving in Nye County three years ago. This year the students and staff of Floyd Elementary School have focused on building community through character traits which includes taking care of the new building and building positive relations with the students who have been brought together in this new environment. The “Bobcat Pledge” is recited every morning as the day begins to remind everyone of the importance of building a positive school community. No outside funding or grants for ancillary programs were available for this new school; however, the teachers and Mrs. Lepisto stepped forward to ensure positive learning experiences for the students. The teachers have volunteered their time to develop after school arts and tutoring programs. The school community has also developed several programs to aid families with clothing drives, food donations and family movie nights held at the school. With the economy drastically affecting the families at Floyd Elementary School, Mrs. Lepisto has enhanced the efforts of educating the students by providing support for the families. Mrs. Lepisto enjoys making scrapbooks and all crafts associated with home projects. She and her husband have two children and one grandson with another grandson expected in June. The Floyd Elementary School community is indeed fortunate to have such a dedicated professional as its leader.
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