VASCD2024

Experience a captivating journey into secondary education where surprise and delight redefine classroom dynamics. Explore the transformative impact of innovative room environments on student engagement and creativity. Discover practical strategies to turn ordinary classrooms into vibrant hubs of learning, fostering a sense of wonder and igniting passion among students. Perfect for educators at any career stage, this session promises inspiration and actionable insights to cultivate magical learning spaces and elevate teaching experiences.

In this session, participants will learn how to plan for and progress monitor a successful adoption process for high quality instructional materials. The work will center on math instruction, but planning and process for managing change are applicable to other content areas as well. Each participant will leave with a protocol for HQIM selection and adoption and a start on their own action plan.

To deliver on the promise of the Science of Reading, not only must a commitment be made to structured literacy practice, but organizational change requires a framework to be built for the success of the system. Arlington Public Schools will share their journey to date around structured literacy practice, share a tool being used to align all components across the district together with intended outcomes and provide access to this tool for literacy leaders to use in their systems.

Explore innovative strategies for enhancing data literacy in education, tailored to cross-curricular standards of learning in Virginia. Engage in dynamic 'Data Talks,' create Project-Based Assessments using the data cycle and build transformative community partnerships. Gain invaluable tools and resources to empower students with vital data skills, nurturing their critical thinking and readiness for the data-driven challenges of tomorrow. Embark on this journey with us to ignite innovation and revolutionize data literacy education in your school.

Explore how Document Based Questions (DBQs) enhance inquiry-based instruction, critical thinking, and cross-curricular learning. Learn strategies for vertically aligned curriculum integration from early elementary to 12th grade. Gain practical insights from Virginia partner districts and receive a sample Assessment Plan (grades 3-12), Virginia Alignment Guide, and Sample DBQ. Engage in hands-on activities, group discussions, and Q&A for practical application.