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Page 6 School Boards of the Year

Page 8 Schools of Distinction

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AUTISM OUTREACH PROJECT (AOP)Feb 7 Mental Health in Students with Autism Gray 22084 13Feb 21 Children with Autism and Inclusion Tucker 22085 13Feb 28 Autism Spectrum Disorders and Social Cognition (Part 1 of 2) Schmidt-Mertes 22086 12Mar 1 Autism Spectrum Disorders and Academic Challenges (Part 2 of 2) Schmidt-Mertes 22087 12Mar 7 Sensory Processing in Autism Spectrum Disorders Zielske 22088 13Mar 14 Autism Spectrum Disorders and Independence Rosenberg 22089 12Mar 21 Social Communication in Autism Spectrum Disorders Mancini 22090 13Mar 28 Transition for Students on the Autism Spectrum Gray 22091 14Apr 11 Visual Thinking in Autism Spectrum Disorders Kaulitz 22092 14

EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT CENTER (ETSC)Apr 9 Beginning iPad Training for Educators Costello/Piper 30116 14Apr 9 Intermediate iPad Training for Educators Costello/Piper 30120 14Apr 16 Beginning iPad Training for Educators Costello/Piper 30117 14Apr 16 Intermediate iPad Training for Educators Costello/Piper 30121 14

PREVENTION CENTER Mar 25-Apr 26 Issues of Abuse (Online Course) Hodge 22334 17Apr 29-May 31 Issues of Abuse (Online Course) Hodge 22335 17

TEACHING & LEARNING (T&L) Feb 2 Close Reading and the Common Core State Standards Collinge 30013 15Feb 6 Getting to Know the Common Core State Standards for Writing Niemi 30109 16Feb 25 Teaching the CCSS: K-2 Early Counting and Operations DePaul 30099 17Feb 27 Teaching the CCSS: High School Graphing Calculator 101 DePaul 30100 16Feb 28 CCSS through Mathematical Modeling: High School Linear Functions DePaul 30101 16Mar 5 The Role of Evidence in the Common Core State Standards Niemi 30110 17Mar 8 Raising the Standards through Chapter Books: The CIA Approach Collinge 30011 16Mar 28 CCSS through Mathematical Modeling: High School Nonlinear Functions DePaul 30102 17Apr 16 Close Reading in the CCSS-Aligned Classroom, Gr. 6-12 Niemi 30111 15Apr 22 FOSS New Plants Professional Development Johnson 30093 15May 03 How Do I Know What Students Know? Students’ Literacy Needs Tovani 30105 16May 29 The Role of Argument in the Common Core State Standards Niemi 30112 17

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IReflecting on 2012

It is hard to believe that another calendar year has been wrapped up and we have jumped right into 2013 with both feet. It seems as if every passing year goes by faster and faster. While 2012 may have been fraught with political discourse and scarred by tragedy, our educators continued to accomplish amazing things in their classrooms each day. I’d like to take a moment to reflect on just a few recognitions that our schools have received in recent months:

The 2012 Washington School of Distinction award recognizes the top five percent (5%) of schools with five years of steady improvement in reading and mathematics. These schools must also perform at least at the state average in EACH grade level within their school in reading and math, as well as in key exams like the WASL. The selection criteria are designed to prevent one gifted group of students from skewing the results – this award represents long term investment by teachers and staff to improve the learning in their school.

Achieving School of Distinction status one time is a notable accomplishment, and in the past five years more and more schools across the NWESD region are receiving this award time and time again. In 2007, five schools were honored as Schools of Distinction. This year we celebrated 13 schools across the region, 10 of which were repeat winners! You can look on page 8 for more information about the award process and a list of schools honored this year.

It is important to also recognize the great work that is typically being accomplished after the school day. In November, the Marysville and Ferndale school district boards of directors were awarded honors for School Board of the Year by the Washington State School Directors’ Association (WSSDA). This honor underscores the value of great leadership in these districts, really focusing on educational excellence and finding ways to create conditions for student and staff success. More detail on these awards can be found on page 6.

Furthermore, school boards in the Anacortes, Lakewood, and Monroe school districts were recognized as 2012 School Boards of Distinction by WSSDA. This honor is for school boards that “demonstrate effective use of the Washington School Board Standards.” School boards play a critical role in the success of our education system and we are excited to see so many of them honored in the NWESD region.

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Great work across the region


In addition to the physical awards being handed to these districts, we have three districts that are being recognized as the top 5% of high performing school districts in the State by the Washington School Research Center. Anacortes, Lynden, and Nooksack Valley were named in the list of only 16 districts. Both Lynden and Nooksack Valley were also named in the 2004 report, which highlights their ability to maintain these high levels of achievements for more than a decade.

One of the best parts of my job is having an opportunity to celebrate the great work happening in our schools – day after day, week after week, month after month, and year after year. The dedication in our districts to grow, learn, and collaborate paves the way for amazing achievements – many of which are above what is statistically predictable. And there is an endless list of extraordinary things happening every day that go without celebration, everyone plays an important role in the success of our students. THANK YOU for working so hard for the children in our region! Please know that your efforts are genuinely appreciated, and think of the NWESD when you are challenged, could use assistance, or want to bounce an idea off of another professional. Service is our middle name and we will provide the best support possible. Together We Can accomplish so very much more…

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FFerndale and Marysville have both been honored with the 2011 School Board of the Year award by the Washington State School Directors’ Association (WSSDA). The announcement was made at the annual conference held in Spokane in November. The Ferndale and Marysville school districts were two of three boards selected from 23 boards in Washington receiving Boards of Distinction awards.

“These boards have excelled as school governance teams,” said Dr. Jonelle Adams, WSSDA’s executive director. “They provided extensive documentation and our evaluation was rigorous. They are exceptional school boards.”

Boards of Distinction awards are based on the effective use of the standards, developed by WSSDA, that “promote research-based governance practices that lead to high levels of student and district achievement”. Applicants submitted an essay, as well as evidence to show how the standards were applied in their district. These applications are then reviewed by an independent committee, and boards receiving a score of 80% or better are honored as Boards of Distinction.

This year, applicants addressed the following:Respecting and advocating mutual understanding of the roles and responsibilities of board members and the superintendent.Adopting a collaboratively developed district plan focused on learning and achievement outcomes for all students.Providing for learning essentials, including rigorous curriculum, technology, and high quality facilities.Measuring student academic progress and needs based on valid and reliable assessments. Ensuring district information and decisions are communicated community-wide.

In addition to Ferndale and Marysville, Boards of Distinction from the NWESD region include Anacortes, Lakewood, and Monroe. From the 23 school boards state-wide receiving this honor, Ferndale and Marysville were selected as School Boards of the Year.

The Ferndale School Board was honored in the category of 1,001-9,000 students and the Marysville School Board was selected in the category of more than 9,000 students. Prescott School District was the third board honored, selected from the category with 1000 and fewer students.

* Washington State School Directors’ Association. 23 School Boards Recognized as ‘Boards of Distinction’. WSSDA. N.p., 19 Nov. 2012. Web. 6 Jan. 2013.

School Boards of the YearHonored by WSSDA


Get On The Bus!To celebrate American Education Week, November 12 – 16, the Sedro-Woolley School District showcased their educational process through a “Get on the Bus” tour. Community members made various stops around the school district and the Northwest Career and Technical Academy, where approximately 60 Sedro-Woolley high school students take classes.

The tour was open to the public and attended by 32 eager participants. They started the tour at the district’s Support Service Building, where the food service department provided a continental breakfast and a welcome was given by Superintendent Mark Venn. Following that, the group was off to Good Beginnings Preschool to see some of Sedro-Woolley’s youngest students.

Later in the morning, attendees made their way to Evergreen Elementary and Cascade Middle School. Participants were able to tour classrooms at Evergreen Elementary School and get a first-hand view of the rising walls in the new Cascade Middle School building.

The final stop for the group was the Northwest Career and Technical Academy in Mount Vernon, where a student-made lunch was served.

The day was filled with educational awareness and provided community members the ability to watch their bond dollars at work. Students were excited to see the participants touring their various school environments and welcomed the opportunity to share their daily routine with the visitors.

The day was a roaring success from all perspectives.

Ferndale School Board

Marysville School Board


Granite Falls School District Lake Stevens School District

Schools of Distinction13 schools in the NWESD region with high honors

Language Learners as high as 49%, these schools demonstrate that significant improvement is occurring all across our diverse public schools.”

The NWESD held the annual awards ceremony on January 9th, which included an opportunity for awarded principals to share their strategies for success. All of the principals who spoke noted the great work being done by the educators in their classrooms, and the focus on collaboration to build systems together.

“The success and hard work of these highest improving schools across our state needs to be celebrated and shared in order to support improvement efforts across Washington and make this difference for all students,” said Superintendent Dr. Jerry Jenkins. He emphasized that this was an ongoing and sustained effort by these districts; that this award is not affected by a few high scoring groups of children passing through.

Some important elements of the qualification process for this award:

Three grade bands are used for calculation: grades 3, 4, and 5 for elementary schools, grades 6, 7 and 8 for middle or junior high schools, and grade 10 for high schools. A school must have data in two of three grades to be considered for that band.

Using data from 2007 through 2012 provides six data points which identify five improvement steps.

A school must have data in at least three of six years to be considered, one of which must be 2012.

“Improvement” is defined as the slope of linear trend over the five years.

The number of schools comprising 5% is based on the number of schools at each grade band with valid 2012 data.

More specific information can be found on the OSPI website.

OOutstanding improvement in student achievement led to a special honor for 13 schools in the NWESD region; all received the 2012 School of Distinction Award from The Center for Educational Effectiveness (CEE), the Association of Educational Service Districts (AESD), the Association of Washington School Principals (AWSP), Phi Delta Kappa-Washington Chapter (PDK-WA), Washington Association of School Administrators (WASA), Washington State ASCD and Washington State School Directors’ Association (WSSDA).

State-wide, the 2012 School of Distinction award winners include 54 elementary schools, 24 middle / junior high schools, and 19 high schools. This represents the 6th annual School of Distinction award recognition in Washington State. “These schools represent the top 5% of improvement of all schools in Washington state”, noted Greg Lobdell, CEE President. “These schools are from all regions of the state, all sizes of towns, and with 2% to 95% poverty and enrollment of English


Anacortes Anacortes High School 2

Anacortes Anacortes Middle School 3

Arlington Arlington High School 2

Bellingham Wade King Elementary 2

Edmonds Spruce Elementary 1

Everett Silver Lake Elementary 3

Everett Eisenhower Middle School 2

Granite Falls Granite Falls High School 1

Lake Stevens North Lake Middle School 4

Sedro Woolley Lyman Elementary School 2

Snohomish Glacier Peak High School 1

Stanwood-Camano Stanwood Elementary 2

Sultan Sultan Elementary 2

Arlington School District Edmonds School District

Sedro Woolley School District Sultan School District

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SSno-Isle Regional Library in Marysville, WA and Assistance League® of Everett coordinated an exciting activity in October. Margaret Bright, Public Relations Chairman, picked up about 400 beautiful, gently-used books and delivered them with two Kitty Young Auxiliary members to the Index School District. The Index School District is an “Adopt a School“program chosen by Assistance League of Everett/Kitty Young Auxiliary, providing help to those schools in-need. Kitty Young Auxiliary members also collected books which were delivered at the same time. There are 22-25 students, ranging from pre-school to 8th grade, attending Index School. As the truck pulled into the parking lot, several students came out to help carry the books into the school. As the boxes were opened, the children became very excited. Margaret asked them “What do you think?” In unison the students shouted “Yeah!” One girl said, “I have never been this excited about books.” Another stated, “I love books!” The students quickly began to find books that interested them and started stashing them under their arms for later reading. 11:30 A.M. is a specified “Drop Everything And Read” time, or DEAR. When the bell rang for DEAR that day the children dove into their new books, reading and sharing with one another. Staff allowed students extra DEAR time that day, enjoying the excitment from the children as they scrambled through stacks of books. This fall, the students in Index were studying about the United States. This donation included books related to the individual states, which were very exciting for the children. In addition, books on science, math, history, biographies, and health were in abundance. More specialty subject areas were also included, like sports, jokes (Garfield which pleased several boys), poetry, and Roman Gladiators. There really was something for everyone in this wonderful gift. This day “Made a Big Difference” to the students and staff in Index, and was a heart-warming experience for the volunteers that delivered the gift to the Index students.

Make a Difference Day

Margaret Bright and student Grace find a great book to read.


iPad apps for the classroom

Green Eggs and Ham* A reading book, improved, with a “record and share” feature that lets you record and save the narration of multiple readers. The touch-to-see-the-label graphics make this an excellent early reading app.Need to know: Not all Oceanhouse Media apps have the record and share feature so read the descriptions carefully. $3.99 There is a light (Free) version of this that lets you record, but not share.

LetterSchool* Learning to write letters and numerals is fun using LetterSchool on an iPad’s slippery screen. This app from the Netherlands is getting the 2013 KAPi award at CES.Need to know: Content includes both uppercase and lowercase letters, as well as numbers from 1 to 10 in D’Nealian, HWT (Handwriting Without Tears), and Zaner-Bloser. $2.99

Mathtopia+*Fast-paced and addicting, Mathtopia provides math drill, by putting sums inside a Tetris-like game board. As new numbers drip down the screen, you swipe to exchange the numbers, to make matches. When they match, the row disappears and harder numbers fall. Need to know: There are several teaser versions at a lower price; it’s best to spring for the full version, called Mathtopia+, for $3.99.

MathTerms by Agile Mind Inc.Simple graphics with examples. This is a good resource, although text based. It is a math dictionary in Spanish and English, and is free. $0

The Orchestra* Now you can dissect the inner workings of a working symphonic orchestra, for the first time. with this well crafted, immersive musical experience featuring the Philharmonia Orchestra. As the music plays, you can touch to explore the score of any instrument.Need to know: To make the app, cameras were placed throughout the orchestra to capture key instruments and musical ideas. This is a big app -- 1.95 GB, so the download can take a while. It’s also pricy, at $13.99. Music Teachers: this is worth considering. $13.99

WikipanionThis direct connection to Wikipedia is fast, it also saves your search history and can play the sound files for pronunciation. This program is free, but prompts you to upgrade. Need to know: Wikipedia is not the only source to use for research, but certainly can be a starting point. Free $0

*Crowell, Chris. “Mashable.” Top 5 Apps for Kids This Week. Mashable, 6 Jan. 2013. Web. 06 Jan. 2013.

Technology CornerTips and tricks for using tech in the classroom


Autism Spectrum Disorders and Independence Event ID: 22089

Educators and parents often struggle to promote engagement and independence in children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Children with autism may demonstrate significant issues with off-task behavior and prompt dependency. In this interactive workshop, participants will learn a variety of strategies to facilitate engagement and increase independence. Self-management, prompt-fading strategies, activity schedules, and other practical, evidence-based tools will be covered.

Presenter(s): Nancy RosenbergFacilitator: Patricia YatesCredits: Clock Hours 6Registration Fee: $90Location: NWESD and Interactive Video Locations Date/Time(s): Mar 14, 2013 8:30 AM-3:30 PM

Autism Spectrum Disorders and Social Cognition (Part 1 of 2)Event ID: 22086

The workshop is designed so that each of the two days can stand alone, giving participants the option of attending either or both days.

Social cognition is the way we “think” about being social and acting socially. For most of us, this is an intuitive process; for students with autism spectrum disorders (ASD), this thinking is a primary challenge. In this first of two courses, participants will explore some of the main deficit areas affecting social cognition. Strategies and tools for helping students strengthen these areas and navigate the social world will be introduced.

Presenter(s): Gretchen Schmidt-MertesFacilitator: Patricia YatesCredits: Clock Hours 6Registration Fee: $90Location: NWESD and Interactive Video Locations Date/Time(s): Feb 28, 20138:30 AM-3:30 PM

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Autism Spectrum Disorders and Academic Challenges (Part 2 of 2)Event ID: 22087 The workshop is designed so that each of the two days can stand alone, giving participants the option of attending either or both days.

Social cognition is a primary challenge for students with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). In this second of two courses, participants will explore how difficulties with social cognition impact academics and the standards of learning, specifically for students with Aspergers and high-functioning autism. This class will look at the roots behind these challenges and how they affect problem-solving, written expression, organizational skills, and more. Strategies for supporting these needs within general education settings will be introduced.

Presenter(s): Gretchen Schmidt-MertesFacilitator: Patricia YatesCredits: Clock Hours 6Registration Fee: $90Location: NWESD and Interactive Video Locations Date/Time(s): Mar 1, 20138:30 AM–3:30 PM

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Sensory Processing in Autism Spectrum Disorders Event ID: 22088 Students with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) often exhibit extreme responses to everyday experiences. Understanding and identifying sensory processing patterns is essential to designing effective interventions aimed at increasing engagement across all environments. This course will provide a foundational understanding of sensory processing characteristics in students with ASD. In this interactive course, participants will learn best-practice strategies and interventions for sensory processing challenges.

Presenter(s): Jane Zielske Facilitator: Patricia Yates Credits: Clock Hours 6Registration Fee: $90Location: NWESD and Interactive Video Locations Date/Time(s): Mar 07, 2013 8:30 AM-3:30 PM

Children with Autism and InclusionEvent ID: 22085 All children with disabilities, including those with autism spectrum disorders (ASD), have a right to access the least restrictive environment. Inclusion can often be difficult to maintain due to the nature of a child’s behaviors or other factors that pose a barrier to participation. In this course, participants will explore the common barriers to successful inclusion and learn strategies for promoting better outcomes for the child, teacher, and classroom. Participants will explore assessment tools, share ideas about collaboration with a specialized team, and discuss strategies for supporting inclusion.

Presenter(s): Vanessa TuckerFacilitator: Patricia YatesCredits: Clock Hours 6Registration Fee: $90Location: NWESD and Interactive Video Locations Date/Time(s): Feb 21, 2013 8:30 AM-3:30 PM

Mental Health in Students with Autism Event ID: 22084 Individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) often struggle with mental health issues, such as depression and anxiety, which can interfere with the ability to participate in home and school activities. This workshop will focus on factors contributing to mental health problems, ways to identify concerning behaviors, and practical strategies for addressing these concerns. Effective coping strategies for home, community, and school, such as relaxation techniques, social-cognitive interventions, and cognitive behavioral treatments, will be covered.

Presenter(s): Crystal GrayFacilitator: Patricia YatesCredits: Clock Hours 6Registration Fee: $90Location: NWESD and Interactive Video Locations Date/Time(s): Feb 07, 20138:30 AM-3:30 PM

Social Communication in Autism Spectrum Disorders Event ID: 22090 Research shows that children with social communication difficulties can learn many important skills with intervention. This course will present information related to providing support for children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD), with a focus on social communication development

in children ages three through six. The course will cover

expected developmental milestones at this

age, issues that are commonly observed in children with ASD, and strategies to help facilitate deve lopment with activities

that can be used in the classroom.

The importance of parent education and

training will be discussed, along with ideas to help

support families.

Presenter(s): Jim ManciniFacilitator: Patricia YatesCredits: Clock Hours 6Registration Fee: $90Location: NWESD and Interactive Video Locations Date/Time(s): Mar 21, 2013 8:30 AM-3:30 PM

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Transition for Students on the Autism Spectrum Event ID: 22091 The high school years pose exceptional challenges for adolescents and young adults with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). This workshop will focus on specific strategies to ensure a successful transition for these students. Workshop participants will gain an understanding of the characteristics of ASD as well as practical strategies for helping these students successfully plan for transition to life after high school. Academic, employment, community, social, and behavioral strategies will be covered.

Presenter(s): Crystal GrayFacilitator: Patricia YatesCredits: Clock Hours 6Registration Fee: $90Location: NWESD and Interactive Video Locations Date/Time(s): Mar 28, 2013 8:30 AM-3:30 PM

Visual Thinking in Autism Spectrum Disorders Event ID: 22092 Students with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) rely on visual processing for learning and share the visual meta-linguistic way of thinking. This course will describe how these students “think to learn.” Participants will discover how learning with a visual brain affects academic learning, social skills, behavior, and communication. Specific visual thinking supports and effective strategies across content areas will be explored.

Presenter(s): Carole KaulitzFacilitator: Patricia YatesCredits: Clock Hours 6Registration Fee: $90Location: NWESD and Interactive Video Locations Date/Time(s): Apr 11, 2013 8:30 AM-3:30 PM

BeginningiPadTrainingforEducators No prior experience with an iPad is needed for success in this workshop. This beginning workshop is intended for educators who have had little or no experience with an iPad. Participants will need to bring an iPad with an Apple ID and password to the workshop. In this workshop, we will spend three hours learning the basics of the iPad including the use of the built-in features and apps that come standard on all iPads. We will also review the essential conditions necessary for successful educational technology integration in a classroom and demonstrate the use of some custom iPad apps. When this workshop ends, participants will have had hands-on experience with the basic operation of an iPad. Workshop time will be divided between instruction and hands-on practice.

Presenter(s): Marilyn Piper and Craig CostelloFacilitator: Louise BerryCredits: Clock Hours 3Registration Fee: $70Location: NWESD

Event ID: 30116 Event ID: 30117Date/Time(s): Apr 9, 2013 Date/Time(s): Apr 16, 20139:00 AM-12:00 PM 9:00 AM-12:00 PM

IntermediateiPadTrainingforEducators

Participants will need to bring an iPad with an Apple ID and password to the workshop. In this intermediate workshop, we will explore custom apps (finding, downloading, organizing, synching, evaluating and using in education) and managing students’ use of apps. Data on the effectiveness of iPads to enhance teaching and learning will be presented. Each attendee will create an iPad-infused lesson to be used with their students when they return to their schools. When this workshop ends participants will be able to find and manage custom iPad apps and will be able to create iPad-infused lessons that enable their students to meet necessary educational standards.

Prerequisites for success: Either successful completion of the 3 hour Beginning iPad Training for Educators or knowledge of how to use the controls and built in apps that come with an iPad.

Presenter(s): Marilyn Piper and Craig CostelloFacilitator: Louise BerryCredits: Clock Hours 3Registration Fee: $70Location: NWESD Event ID: 30120 Event ID: 30121Date/Time(s): Apr 9, 2013 Date/Time(s): Apr 16, 20131:00 PM-4 :00 PM 1:00 PM-4:00 PM

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Biology End of Course: Supporting Systems ThinkingEvent ID: 30067 Teachers will deepen their understanding of the Washington Science Learning Standards around systems and how those standards are assessed on the Biology End of Course exam. They will leave with practical strategies they can implement with their biology students.

Presenter(s): Adrienne SomeraFacilitator: Nancy MenardCredits: Clock Hours 3Registration Fee: $0Location: Burlington Public LibraryDate/Time(s): Feb 14, 2013 4:00 PM-7:00 PM

Close Reading and the Common Core State StandardsEvent ID: 30013

The Common Core State Standards (CCSS) encourage teachers of all subjects to engage students in close reading. In this workshop, Sarah Collinge defines close reading as purposeful reading that focuses on drawing out the author’s message. Participants will act as students, analyzing a chapter from Russell Freedman’s book, Kids at Work. Sarah will also demonstrate how to analyze primary documents and other media to enhance student understanding of a text and topic. This workshop is appropriate for reading, social studies, and history teachers. Participants will be given a sampling of Sarah’s CIA Units of Study.

Presenter(s): Sarah CollingeFacilitator: Anita Garcia HolzemerCredits: Clock Hours 3Registration Fee: $50Location: Everett Community College, Gray Wolf Hall Date/Time(s): Feb 02, 2013 9:00 AM-12:00 PM

Close Reading in the CCSS-Aligned Classroom, Gr. 6-12Event ID: 30111 Much of the current literature talks about close reading and its relationship to the Common Core State Standards. The workshop introduces this practice and gives participants an opportunity to engage in close reading of challenging text materials. Participants will explore and experience several close-reading classroom tasks designed to assist students to become more critical and independent readers of complex materials. It will be helpful if participants have attended The Role of Evidence in the CCSS workshop being held on March 5, 2013.

Presenter(s): Beth NiemiFacilitator: Anita Garcia HolzemerCredits: Clock Hours 6Registration Fee: $25.00Location: NWESD, Garrison BayDate/Time(s): Apr 16, 20138:30 AM-3:30 PM

FOSS New Plants Professional DevelopmentEvent ID: 30093 This workshop is for everyone teaching the FOSS New Plants kit! We have 2 new investigations to share. We have incorporated Environmental and Sustainability standards into updated lessons that better align to the way students learn. Whether you are new to the kit or a veteran, you will appreciate the new look of FOSS New Plants.

Note: Please bring your FOSS New Plants manual.

Presenter(s): Joanne JohnsonFacilitator: Nancy MenardCredits: Clock Hours 3Registration Fee: $0Location: Burlington Public LibraryDate/Time(s): Apr 22, 20134:30-7:30 PM

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Ready for Common Core State Standards and Smarter Balanced Assessments?

Implemented in 2014-15

NWESD is here to help your teachers and school/district leaders deeply understand and begin to implement the CCSS, offering professional development for teachers from a variety of grade levels and content areas.

Know that your time in these sessions will allow you to consider the new expectations and discover methods for beginning to use them in your context.


Raising the Standards through Chapter Books: The CIA Approach Event ID: 30011 In this class, Sarah Collinge illustrates a process for engaging students in longer, more complex texts - The CIA approach (Collect, Interpret, and Apply). Topics covered in this session include listening comprehension, vocabulary, oral and written response, formal writing, on-going assessment, and state testing. This workshop speaks to administrators, specialists and teachers who desire to increase test scores by aligning literacy practices with current research.

Presenter(s): Sarah CollingeFacilitator: Anita Garcia-HolzemerCredits: Clock Hours 10Registration Fee: $140Location: Everett Community College - Gray Wolf Hall Date/Time(s): Mar 8, 2013 4:30 PM-7:30 PM Mar 9, 2013 8:30 AM-4:30 PM

Teaching the CCSS: High School Graphing Calculator 101Event ID: 30100 This is intended for participants who have never used a graphing calculator or who need additional practice. Learn the basics of using a graphing calculator to model mathematical situations. Topics include graphing equations, plotting data, using lists, and determining and using regressions. The TI-84 Plus graphing calculator will be used. Bring your TI-84 Plus, TI-84, TI-83 Plus or borrow one for the day.

Presenter(s): Debi DePaulFacilitator: Nancy MenardCredits: Clock Hours 6Registration Fee: $25Location: NWESD Mount BakerDate/Time(s): Feb 27, 20138:30 AM-3:30 PM

Teaching the CCSS through Mathematical Modeling: High School Linear FunctionsEvent ID: 30101 Engage in mathematical situations that involve linear relationships. After engaging in the problem, participants will determine the Common Core State Standards addressed and consider strategies for implementing and teaching the problems used in the workshop in their own classrooms. Topics include linear regressions, recursive vs explicit definitions, and linear representations of relationships (e.g. graphic, algebraic, numeric, and situational.) Note: This class is intended for participants who already know how to use a graphing calculator. If you need additional instruction, we recommend you first take the Graphing Calculator 101 Session ID 30100.

Presenter(s): Debi DePaulFacilitator: Nancy MenardCredits: Clock Hours 6Registration Fee: $25Location: NWESD Mount BakerDate/Time(s): Feb 28, 20138:30 AM-3:30 PM

Getting to Know the Common Core State Standards for Writing Event ID: 30109 This workshop is an overview of the Common Core State Standards for writing. Participants will learn how the current standards compare and differ from the new standards. The major shifts will be explored briefly with a focus on the vertical progressions and digging deeply into the standards at participants’ grade levels. Participants are to bring current student writing samples from their classroom.

Presenter(s): Beth NiemiFacilitator: Anita Garcia-HolzemerCredits: Clock Hours 6Registration Fee: $25Location: NWESD Garrison BayDate/Time(s): Feb 6, 20138:30 AM-3:30 PM

How Do I Know What Students Know? Assess, Plan, and Differentiate for Students’ Literacy Needs Event ID: 30105 Teachers recognize that in order to meet the needs of their students they need to know them well. Wise use of assessments can provide information that informs instruction. Unfortunately, some assessments are not useful to the classroom teacher or they come too late in the “teaching and learning cycle.” Figuring out how to assess, when to assess, and how to use student work to readjust and improve instruction is difficult. During this daylong workshop, Cris Tovani will share how she uses the “workshop model” to assess and plan instruction to improve each student’s ability to read complex text.

Presenter(s): Cris TovaniFacilitator: Anita Garcia-HolzemerCredits: Clock Hours 6Registration Fee: $140Location: NWESDDate/Time(s): May 3, 20138 AM-3 PM


The Role of Argument in the Common Core State Standards Event ID: 30112

A major emphasis in the CCSS is argument across all strands throughout the curriculum. Currently our state standards focus predominantly on persuasion. Participants will discuss the differences between persuasion and argumentation and identify those differences in student writing. Participants will closely analyze Writing Standard 1 as it develops both vertically and at their grade levels and apply that knowledge to the design and assessment of writing tasks.

Presenter(s): Beth NiemiFacilitator: Anita Garcia HolzemerCredits: Clock Hours 6Registration Fee: $25Location: NWESD, Garrison BayDate/Time(s): May 29, 2013 8:30 AM-3:30 PM

Teaching the CCSS through Mathematical Modeling: High School Nonlinear FunctionsEvent ID: 30102 Engage in mathematical situations that involve nonlinear relationships (e.g. exponential, quadratic, cubic, square root). After engaging in each problem, participants will determine the Common Core State Standards addressed and consider strategies for teaching the problem used in their own classrooms. Topics include regressions, recursive vs explicit definitions, representations of relationships (e.g. graphic, algebraic, numeric, and situational), domain and range, transformations, roots, and intercepts. Note: This class is intended for participants who already know how to use a graphing calculator. If you need additional instruction, we recommend you first take the Graphing Calculator 101 Session ID 30100.

Presenter(s): Debi DePaulFacilitator: Nancy MenardCredits: Clock Hours 12Registration Fee: $50Location: NWESD Mount BakerDate/Time(s): Mar 28-29, 2013 8:30 AM-3:30 PM

Teaching the CCSS: K-2 Early Counting and Operations Event ID: 30099

This workshop is intended for K-2 teachers, coaches, and support staff to better understand the mathematics of the CCSS and how best to help students achieve. Standards will be broken down into the critical concepts needed for students and how they come to understand the concepts developmentally. Participants will become familiar with key indicators for assessing student understanding and methods for monitoring progress. Each will leave with ideas for lessons, activities, and games to help students develop the critical concepts.

Presenter(s): Debi DePaulFacilitator: Nancy MenardCredits: Clock Hours 12Registration Fee: $50Location: NWESD Mount BakerDate/Time(s): Feb 25-26, 2013 8:30 AM-3:30 PM

Issues of Abuse (Online Course)

The impact of exposure to abuse/neglect has far-reaching cognitive implications, including stunted brain growth, diminished academic functioning, poor impulse control, difficulty focusing, low self-esteem, anger bursts, poor peer relationships/social skills. Acquire knowledge of indicators of abuse/neglect, Washington State law regarding mandated reports, and dynamics of violent families. Meets certification/re-certification requirements.

Presenter: Corey Hodge Facilitator: Jane MorganCredits: Clock Hours 10, College Credits 1Registration Fee: $125 Event IDs | Date/Time(s): Event ID 22334 | Dates 03/25/13 - 04/26/13 Course may be canceled if minimum enrollment is not met Event ID 22335 | Dates 04/29/13 - 05/31/13 This is the final session of the 2012-13 school yearCourse may be canceled if minimum enrollment is not met

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The Role of Evidence in the Common Core State StandardsEvent ID: 30110 One of the major threads throughout the ELA strands in the Common Core State Standards is that of how evidence is used to support student reading, writing, speak-ing and listening. During this workshop, participants will have the opportunity to analyze how this looks in the standards and translates to classroom practice. Participants will learn how to write evidence-based ques-tions for the materials they currently use in their classrooms, so they will need to bring current text resources.Presenter(s): Beth NiemiFacilitator: Anita Garcia HolzemerCredits: Clock Hours 6Registration Fee: $25Location: NWESD, Garrison BayDate/Time(s): Mar 5, 2013 8:30 AM-3:30 PM


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�e NWESD certi�cation o�ce assists applicants in determining which application(s) may be appropriate for them to complete in order to obtain or maintain a Washington State certi�cate as a teacher, administrator or educational sta� associate. Applicants submit their completed paperwork for review and issuance of a temporary permit, when applicable. �e �rst 180-day permit allows the applicants to then seek and accept employment while OSPI's certi�cation o�ce continues to review the application for �nal requirements, testing results, etc. A second 180-day permit may be issued by OSPI automatically, if necessary.

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