Brenda's Bits May 25th-May 30th

Dear Teachers,

Wow!  We made it through OAKS, writing assessments, ELPA, and now on to DRAs, EDL2s and entering data into SKORES.   We're on the homestretch!

As I look at testing data I am in awe of how hard all of you work to increase student achievement!

TABLE OF CONTENTS:  SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES

Systematic ELD registration is on the Academy!

The dates are: August 21st, 22nd and 23rd.
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OREGON WRITING PROJECT PRESENTS:  "21Century Classes"

The sessions are as follows:

June 25:

Utilize and manage technology (Google Docs).

June 26

: Find and post digital content for students (Edmodo).

June 27:

Save time with technology (Class Dojo).

June 28:

Collaborate and differentiate instruction (Prezi).

June 29:

Increase student engagement through technology (Kerpoof).

June 25 – June 29, 2012

Attend as many, or as few, days as you choose.

8am - 11am

Each class session will highlight a free educational tech tool. Participants will collaborate and

receive guidance during hands-on practice of a web tool. Technology knowhow

Fee of $25 (per session)

1 credit option available (EDU 730) to those who attend all five sessions.

Contact Matt Hurst at

Space is limited for each session

STEM:  Information below

K-12 Educators* Conference July 25-27, 2012 Transforming Barriers to Pathways: Engaging Youth in STEM-based Service-Learning *soon to teach college students Caretakers of the Environment International – Oregon Chapter in partnership with Oregon State University Extension Service 4-H Youth Development www.ceioregon.org Register on line or email https://outlook.salkeiz.k12.or.us/owa/redir.aspx?C=a8863c08efe4450bbdbb7166352131de&URL=mailto%3adan.hoynacki%40oregonstate.edu $195 program fee Course ED715B Willamette University College of Education. 1 or 2 semester grad credits available to purchase @$125 per credit Sponsors include Juan Young Trust & 4-H Foundation

Barriers to Pathways will show you how to: ü Connect the dots between core state curriculum standards and service learning components ü Instill a fun, structured learning environment in an outdoor setting ü Effectively utilize  high school and college student volunteers to implement your service learning program ü Reach out and engage community partners for service worksite needs ü Build human resources and technical expertise beyond textbooks ü Navigate your school administrative requirements and collaborate with other educators at your school.

"There are only two lasting bequests we can hope to give our children.  One of theset is roots; the other, wings.  ~ Hodding Carter

Enjoy your weekend:)
~Brendahurst.claggett@gmail.com for more information.http://bit.ly/wuedu730

 NELLIE EDGE:  Writing-to Read Accelerates Literacy

Writing-to-Read Accelerates Literacy: All Kindergartners Love to Write and Draw! June 19, 2012 in Salem, OR at the Red Lion Hotel Salem kindergarten teachers to register at $139 (a savings of $90). Enter code "cadre" when you register online. This includes preK-1 and Special Ed teachers. Literacy coaches (accompanying teachers from their school) may register for $39 (the cost of the handbook and CD) using the code "guest." Instructional assistants are invited to attend at no cost when accompanying their kindergarten teachers. (If they would like the seminar resource packet, they may register for the $39 fee using the code "guest.") After the kindergarten teacher is registered, she/he needs to email us (info@nellieedge.com) with the name, home phone number, and home email of the IA. They must be pre-registered this month. Because some Salem schools would rather not use the online registration system, we will accept a school check to cover fees (schools first fax or mail a "Check in Advance" order) as we are not able to process purchase orders. We will acknowledge receipt of the pre-registration. C:\Documents and Settings\Fletchall_Michele\Local Settings\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\JO2CYGKC\letter from Nellie.doc 　
Please send name, teaching position, home phone number, and home email of each person registering. — Fax: 503-399-0435.
— Email: info@nellieedge.com
— Address: Nellie Edge Seminars, P.O. Box 12399, Salem, OR 97309-0399 (Also found under Seminar Tab at http://www.nellieedge.com/.)