Author Archives: Michele Oakes

Sheltered Instruction Observational Protocol (SIOP)

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Dates:  August 22, 23 and 25, 2017

In this course, participants will become acquainted with characteristics of English Language Learners (ELLs), second language acquisition, and the SIOP instructional model for use with ELLs in content classes. Course experiences will address developmentally and linguistically appropriate strategies and materials to effectively engage ELL students within the context of mainstream classroom instruction. Special attention will be given to students’ bilingual/ bicultural characteristics as important aspects of developing successful curriculum and instruction.

2 graduate credits are available through Portland State University.

Kindergarten Training

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Date:  August 23, 2017

Time:  8:00-4:00pm

Location:  TBD

Kindergartners are an amazing group of students to teach!  Kindergarten Teachers, join us as we spend the day learning about the new Early Learning Standards and Social Emotional Learning work that is occurring in Bend-La Pine Schools.  How can you incorporate the new information into your kindergarten day?  This is your opportunity to share ideas and learn from other kindergarten teachers across our district.

This is an optional training for kindergarten teachers.

For questions, please contact Michele Oakes or Michele Vincent.

Integrated Technology 1

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Date:  August 24 and second session TBD

Time:  10:00-12:00pm

Location:  Room 200

Integrated Technology 1 is taking on a new look for 2017-18.  It will be a hybrid class (a combination of online/independent work and 2 face-to-face classes).  Participants will attend the first class on August 24th.  During the Fall term, participants will work independently to complete 3 technology digital “badges” and then attend a second class (date TBD) to share, reflect, collaborate and extend learning with colleagues.

PSU credit:  1 credit

For questions:  email Michele Oakes

 

 

 

 

Action Research class

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Dates:  August 23, 24 and 25, 2017  (8:00-1:30pm)

Location:  Pacific Crest Middle School

Bend-La Pine Schools believe that ongoing review of research, data collection, analysis, and reflection are qualities of highly effective teachers and critical to the process of action research in the classroom. This course highlights these stages of research and provides participants with examples of action research in practice.

For questions, call Michele Oakes (x1049) or Lisa Birk (x7805).

National Board Jump Start

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NEA/OEA Jump Start is a comprehensive seminar designed to provide National Board candidates important information about the certification process, time to examine component and Assessment Center requirements, the opportunity to plan how to meet requirements, and time to collaborate, gather resources and information needed to pursue certification – all in a supportive, constructive, and collegial environment.  You will dig into the Core Propositions and Standards of National Board and understand the 4 components of certification.

 Jump Start is an important resource that complements other supports for candidates including facilitated candidate cohorts.

In order to attend, you must apply for certification with National Board (visit www.boardcertifiedteachers.org).  Registration will occur through OEA.

Contact Michele Oakes ([email protected]) or Heather Anderson ([email protected]) with any questions.