{"id":7912,"date":"2026-04-22T20:23:52","date_gmt":"2026-04-22T20:23:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.bend.k12.or.us\/elementary-curriculum-instruction\/?p=7912"},"modified":"2026-04-22T20:32:02","modified_gmt":"2026-04-22T20:32:02","slug":"april-22nd-update","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.bend.k12.or.us\/elementary-curriculum-instruction\/2026\/04\/22\/april-22nd-update\/","title":{"rendered":"April 22nd Update"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"445\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.bend.k12.or.us\/elementary-curriculum-instruction\/files\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2026-04-22-at-1.21.21-PM-1024x445.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7913\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.bend.k12.or.us\/elementary-curriculum-instruction\/files\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2026-04-22-at-1.21.21-PM-1024x445.png 1024w, https:\/\/blogs.bend.k12.or.us\/elementary-curriculum-instruction\/files\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2026-04-22-at-1.21.21-PM-300x130.png 300w, https:\/\/blogs.bend.k12.or.us\/elementary-curriculum-instruction\/files\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2026-04-22-at-1.21.21-PM-768x333.png 768w, https:\/\/blogs.bend.k12.or.us\/elementary-curriculum-instruction\/files\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2026-04-22-at-1.21.21-PM-1536x667.png 1536w, https:\/\/blogs.bend.k12.or.us\/elementary-curriculum-instruction\/files\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2026-04-22-at-1.21.21-PM.png 1578w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Mountain art from North Star Elementary<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Math Happenings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Amplify Feedback <\/strong><br>Amplify is looking for some feedback regarding year one implementation of Amplify Desmos Math that will also help us plan for next year. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.surveymonkey.com\/r\/3CJS6LH\">Teacher EOY survey<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Deepen Your Expertise and Transform Your Practice <\/strong><br>Join us for the 2026-2027 school year as we dive into inclusive mathematics through focused, on-site professional learning designed to embed skills and resources directly into classroom practice. <a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/19ARlaRvY2FFUOTCvIr7XH82Yui7zgAj-\/view?usp=sharing\">Find out more here.<\/a><br><br><strong>Rooted in Numbers<\/strong> <br>Rooted in Numbers is a year-long professional development project built upon the success and philosophical foundation of our Early Math Studios. This initiative aims to transform Kindergarten and Grade 1 math by placing students&#8217; diverse cultural identities, family assets, and innate strengths at the center of the learning experience. <a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1aCbq2Zw2J8mj3-yI-FPdhnWNVflv0l2F\/view?usp=sharing\">Find out more here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Student Well-Being<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>K\u20132 Waypoints Assessments Instructions:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The custom Waypoints formative assessments for K\u20132 teachers will open April 28th. <a href=\"https:\/\/nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fdocument%2Fd%2F1gmtOpa5vUlQHJBzyW-6PjYB_eiFHdZkSjVMjEzxwVis%2Fedit%3Fusp%3Dsharing&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cjenny.white%40bend.k12.or.us%7C620a8339fe31485ff81708de9fec8daf%7Cb9c51293e4b947a8904a452864568fe1%7C0%7C0%7C639124035505847425%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=dPgMWkyK90aWi9X9%2B%2FdagaNZsDt3pOdKalhi4fveVZ4%3D&amp;reserved=0\">Here<\/a> are the 6 questions you will be asked in the Wayfinder app.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You\u2019ll find them listed in your &#8220;To Do List&#8221; on your Wayfinder Teacher Page as \u201c2026 K End of Year,\u201d \u201c2026 1st End of Year,\u201d etc. Each includes only six questions aligned to the Life and Career Readiness priority standards reflected on the progress report. These are educator observed Waypoints and they are not on student iPads.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tip:&nbsp; Have a class list with questions listed across the top.&nbsp; Think about students who might fall into the sometimes (2-developing) or rarely\/never (1-beginning) category.&nbsp; Use <a href=\"https:\/\/nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fdocument%2Fd%2F15AqfupnOJlOXwHLWMmpPLqt7h_QfFFABgzA2GW0vYu4%2Fedit%3Fusp%3Dsharing&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cjenny.white%40bend.k12.or.us%7C620a8339fe31485ff81708de9fec8daf%7Cb9c51293e4b947a8904a452864568fe1%7C0%7C0%7C639124035505899312%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=eabaAHBvtq21giM6V0aHbNDf0TzWogwC4vTth3FBdMA%3D&amp;reserved=0\">this rubric<\/a> to observe these students first. Then use professional judgement and observation to consider where the rest of your class is in their development. &nbsp; In addition, when teaching Wayfinder lessons, notice which lessons are focused on the priority standards and observe how students respond to the corresponding lessons.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>These questions will close on May 22nd and will no longer be accessible for a teacher to complete. .&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>3-5 Waypoints Assessment Instructions:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The final summative assessment opens April 28th and closes May 22nd<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1VwT2BJel-akKSjj4D9kXodru4L6fExF7\/view?usp=sharing\">3-5 Implementation Guide<\/a>.&nbsp;<br><br>The assessment for students takes 15 to 20 minutes and can be completed on a student\u2019s iPad, using Clever and then selecting Wayfinder. Here are <a href=\"https:\/\/wayfinder.zendesk.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/8189164785428-Understanding-the-Student-View#:~:text=Waypoints%206th%2D12th%20Grade,guide:%20Getting%20Started%20for%20Teachers.\">instructions for how it will appear in Student View.<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For students in grades 3\u20135: When they log in to the Wayfinder platform, the Waypoints assessment will be clearly visible at the top of their dashboard. It will appear as a box containing the assessment&#8217;s name with a &#8220;Start&#8221; button next to it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students can leave and return to the assessment at any time, as their progress is automatically saved.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Movement Moments<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/1fQwjTETtOU?si=7mtdmKH6yw090btj\">What is Courage? Guided meditation &#8211; Go Noodle<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/ZZD3F1sikcM?si=qf-SUg9t2MGGZPRX\">Be a Team Player. Guided meditation &#8211; Go Noodle<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/ujLkszl0xT4?si=VFFYW5BZetrpP6mE\">Breathing Exercises Cosmic Kids Yoga<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/4YJGu_8Rito?si=aQsL_876oMpFOiDL\">Choice Fitness<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/IrJsN6DzFgE?si=s_1bAyQ05zeWISlx\">Would you Rather &#8211; Disney Version<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Technology in the Classroom<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Explore Apple\u2019s built-in accessibility features that support vision, hearing, mobility, and more, helping personalize technology for everyday use. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.apple.com\/accessibility\/features\/\">All our Accessibility Features. All in One Place.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Math Happenings Amplify Feedback Amplify is looking for some feedback regarding year one implementation of Amplify Desmos Math that will also help us plan for next year. 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