{"id":58,"date":"2018-09-28T21:23:48","date_gmt":"2018-09-28T21:23:48","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blogs.bend.k12.or.us\/katie.legace\/?p=58"},"modified":"2018-09-28T21:23:48","modified_gmt":"2018-09-28T21:23:48","slug":"sept-28-2018","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.bend.k12.or.us\/katie.legace\/2018\/09\/28\/sept-28-2018\/","title":{"rendered":"Sept. 28, 2018"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>HS Building Leaders:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Thursday, a large team from the Ed Center, as well as Michael and three Summit teachers, attended the <strong>Statewide Educator\u00a0Equity Summit<\/strong>\u00a0in Salem.\u00a0 As we continue our district journey of pursuing <strong>excellence through equity<\/strong>, what does this mean for our work as building leaders?\u00a0 Three take aways stood out for me from the summit:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Equity is <strong>not<\/strong> about lowering standards or expectations for students or making excuses due to poverty or race, but <strong>building capacity<\/strong> to ensure that the skills of our staff match the needs of our students<\/li>\n<li>Harnessing the power of <strong>STUDENT VOICE<\/strong> to help us know our students and create a culture in which students see the <strong>relevance and applicability<\/strong> of what they learn to &#8220;real life&#8221;<\/li>\n<li>In an school culture characterized by equity, interventions and punishments are designed to <strong>reinforce ethical behavior and reconnect students to learning<\/strong>.\u00a0 Discipline is rooted in <strong>values<\/strong> with the focus on changing behaviors and developing constructive citizens<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>As you consider equity as <strong>&#8220;a way of being&#8221;<\/strong> in your school, reflect on:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>What is the existing equity work already occurring in my building?\u00a0 How can I build on and\/or sustain that work?<\/li>\n<li>What are the barriers to equity that currently exist?\u00a0 What behaviors and\/or mind sets need to be in place to eliminate those barriers?<\/li>\n<li>As a building leader, am I a barrier to, or a facilitator of, equity in my school?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><span class=\"quote-body-text\">\u201cPractice the art of interpreting situations constructively.\u201d &#8211;\u00a0<\/span><i class=\"icon-angle-right\"><\/i><span class=\"quote-source\"><span class=\"quote-source-text\">Unknown<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>To Do:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><b>School wide Standard Response Protocols (SRP) and Reunification Training:<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_MsoNormal\">Please work with your SRO to insure your staff is trained in our\u00a0Standard Response Protocol\u00a0(<em>SRP)<\/em> (lockdown, lockout, evacuation, etc.) prior to school letting out for winter break.\u00a0 \u00a0<strong>You can sign up <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1O8Tu_zYmhHivAtJTYL0QNOgMd3M9u40ntE14AceN6eU\/edit?usp=sharing\">here<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Informational<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Update on SLGGS, Minis and Evaluations from Jon:<\/strong> A\u00a0few changes have been made to our expectations around observations, SLGGS, and evaluations in the last couple of years.\u00a0 Some of the changes have come because the state has changed their rules.\u00a0 Some changes have been put in place to help relieve some of your workload. \u00a0Expectations this year look exactly like last year.\u00a0 Here is a summary of those expectations:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Student Learning Growth Goals:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0We are still required to design Student Learning Growth Goals and the goals still need to reflect student growth. \u00a0For those of you who want to know more about the expectations, please see this\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1edsbvpm-W1WpSJVTafdfI-Av-2b_6elR\/view?usp=sharing\">state guidelines document<\/a>\u00a0or this\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1QeCWpIwHKB2Xdgz9kuRMDN5lGtLUei1M\/view?usp=sharing\">quality review checklist<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Scoring \u2013\u00a0 Last year we changed how we measure the SLGGs. \u00a0We have removed the state scoring guide and the Oregon Matrix. \u00a0We are required as a district to make sure we are reflecting on SLGGs in the evaluation.\u00a0 We decided to fulfill this requirement by using <strong>Domain 4\u00a0<em>Monitoring, Assessment, and Follow-up\u00a0<\/em>in\u00a0our Summative Evaluation Rubric.<\/strong> \u00a0Domain 4 speaks specifically to how teachers use assessments. \u00a0SLGGs should be considered when evaluating\u00a0Domain 4. \u00a0We expect that other factors, like classroom observations, will influence the scoring of this section as well. \u00a0There are five different\u00a0standards in Domain 4. \u00a0The SLGGs may influence one or more standards in this domain. \u00a0We trust that teachers and administrators will have a professional conversation related to the SLGGS and Domain 4.<\/li>\n<li><strong>SLGG Forms-\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0We will be using the same forms with very little change this year. We did remove the scoring guide.\u00a0 HS and MS will use the form in Talent Ed.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Summative Evaluations:<\/strong>\u00a0 All probationary employees are on Summative Evaluation. \u00a0Employees of concern need to be on Summative Evaluation. \u00a0Regular\/Contract employees need a Summative Evaluation every two years.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Observations:\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Probationary Employee<\/strong>= Six observations total. Two\u00a0formal observations cycles (Pre Obs meeting, Observation for one period and Post Obs Debrief) are required by the state. Four mini observations. \u00a0Two of the minis can be professional.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Employee on\u00a0Summative Evaluation<\/strong>=\u00a0Six mini observations. \u00a0Four classroom observations and two\u00a0professional observations.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Employee not on Summative Evaluation<\/strong>= Three mini observations. \u00a0Two classroom observations and one professional\u00a0observation.<\/li>\n<li>A\u00a0<strong>Professional Observation <\/strong>includes any meeting where an administrator either observes professional behavior or has a professional conversation with an employee. This may include a SLGGS presentation, MTSS meeting, IEP meeting, PLC meeting, student or parent conference, committee work, etc. \u00a0In the case of some meetings, it would be appropriate for an administrator to observe several employees at a time. \u00a0The feedback could be given to the\u00a0group or to an\u00a0individual. \u00a0The important part is to let the employees know that it will be counted as a mini.<\/li>\n<li>The changes will be published in the newest version of The\u00a0Professional Growth and Performance Evaluation Manual. \u00a0We are certain, however, that most employees don\u2019t look at that manual, so it will be up to administrators to share this information with them.<\/li>\n<li>If you have questions, please do not hesitate to call Jon at Ext. 1104.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>MTSS, Grad Coaches and 9th grade on track!<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Thank you to <strong>Dean Richards<\/strong>, our <strong>District Grad Coach<\/strong>, for presenting at the HS Admin meeting on Monday.\u00a0 Here is his <a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/10P8mlI3rSYxSxGTwvrkPK8f3wkAhHbEp\/view?usp=sharing\">presentation<\/a> for your convenience.\u00a0 The main purpose of our MTSS work this year is to help us identify, implement and evaluate the effectiveness of strategies that will keep <strong>9th graders ON TRACK.\u00a0 <\/strong>The <strong>best current research related to predicting graduation success<\/strong> tells us that 9th graders who are &#8220;on track&#8221; by the end of their freshmen year (meaning they have passed 6 credits) have a 80% chance of\u00a0 graduating within four years.<\/li>\n<li>Dean and I (in the am only), along with all of our <strong>Grad Coaches<\/strong>, attended the <strong>9th Grade On Track Training<\/strong> sponsored by <strong>Stand For Children<\/strong> on Tuesday.\u00a0 Here is the <a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1r_gO1_QyUX00ta40q3DcQ0TbCVw8xrLI\/view?usp=sharing\">presentation<\/a> from that conference which includes the data correlating course progression in 9th grade to graduation.\u00a0 You may find this information helpful in your planning.<\/li>\n<li>Our <strong>Grad Coaches<\/strong> are a committed team of educators united around a key purpose of positively impacting each school&#8217;s 9th grade on track data!\u00a0 Here is the <strong>collective goal<\/strong> the team agreed to yesterday:\u00a0\u00a0<b>Use data to change what we do to help students make positive (academic and social) changes.\u00a0 <\/b>They will be working with Dean to lead the MTSS work in buildings this year and will need strong support from their building admin team<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>LUNA begins Monday!<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>LUNA<\/strong> is another powerful credit recovery option for students needing to earn credits to get back <em>on track.\u00a0<\/em>\u00a0<strong>LUNA<\/strong> can also serve as an option for our expelled students until <strong>STRIVE<\/strong> opens in the spring.\u00a0 <strong>LUNA will kick off on Oct. 1st<\/strong> and is led by Stephanie Bennett.\u00a0\u00a0The program is located at the Ed Center and runs M-Th 3-6, although students do have the option of leaving after two hours.\u00a0 Stephanie will work with transportation to schedule rides to the program, but students will need to find a way home.\u00a0 The brochure for\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1K_a1gwvAZztruTHPouoFaewR9Qbo9SF8\/view?usp=sharing\"><strong>LUNA<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0 provides comprehensive info about this program.\u00a0\u00a0Contact Steph at x1057\u00a0 if you have additional questions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"x_MsoNormal\"><b>Safety Updates:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Visitor\/Volunteer Guidelines-<\/strong>\u00a0Attached you will find guidelines around\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1X-P1MP7JfaS5cYGBhe9K0BbTv-94CCkR\/view?usp=sharing\">visitors and volunteers<\/a>. Let me know if you have any questions.<\/li>\n<li class=\"x_MsoNormal\"><b>First Aid Certified Staff:\u00a0\u00a0<\/b>Per Bend-La Pine Schools policy <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bend.k12.or.us\/application\/files\/1814\/5288\/1195\/EBBA-AR_final_4.30.13.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">EBBA<\/a> First Aid, \u201ceach school shall have, at a minimum, at least one staff member with a current first aid card for every 60 students enrolled. Names of the first aid cardholders will be posted.\u201d\u00a0 Check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1llRNt9inc1YUlEzXV5UboHHbWFbWsHrN\/view?usp=sharing\">attached spreadsheet<\/a> to see your school stacks up as we start the new year.<\/li>\n<li class=\"x_MsoNormal\"><b>Standard Response Protocols (SRP) and Reunification Training with John-Michael Keyes:\u00a0\u00a0<\/b>If you missed the 2018 Safe Schools Alliance Safety Day, please consider attending one of the three Oregon trainings coming up in early October.<\/li>\n<li class=\"x_MsoNormal\">This training draws on the research and collaboration of experts in education, law enforcement and emergency management to assemble real-world solutions that can be brought to the classroom. One critical aspect of the training is accountable reunification of students with their parents or guardians after a school crisis or emergency. Together, the SRP (our LockDOWN, LockOUT, etc. protocols) and SRM provide school and district safety teams with proven methods for planning, practicing and achieving a successful response to crises and reunification.\u00a0 Learn more or register online:\u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/2PKYjom\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/bit.ly\/2PKYjom<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Student Opportunity<\/strong>:\u00a0 Click <a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1L61I7FTmnVDyNGdX_bO6UOTszpJsKObk\/view?usp=sharing\">here<\/a> to learn more about this <em>Community Health Advocate Position<\/em> open to juniors and seniors.\u00a0 I am also forwarding this to our STC team members.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Help from a Behavior Coach:\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>Complete this <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSeg9w-mBhG62RtYhymy3OOJbICvZ-gC1qDwW6Rwnz2C3_2g_A\/viewform\">referral form<\/a> if would like to connect with one of our highly skilled Behavior Coaches!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Calendar:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>New Administrator Training:\u00a0 Oct 1 at 1:45, Ed Center, Board Room<\/p>\n<p>Administrator Meeting:\u00a0 Oct 1 at 3:15, Ed Center, Board Room<\/p>\n<p>New Admin Social &#8211; Oct 1 @5:00, Mc Menamins<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>HS Building Leaders: Thursday, a large team from the Ed Center, as well as Michael and three Summit teachers, attended the Statewide Educator\u00a0Equity Summit\u00a0in Salem.\u00a0 As we continue our district journey of pursuing excellence through equity, what does this mean &hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.bend.k12.or.us\/katie.legace\/2018\/09\/28\/sept-28-2018\/\">Continue reading <span class=\"meta-nav\">&rarr;<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":538,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-58","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.bend.k12.or.us\/katie.legace\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/58","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.bend.k12.or.us\/katie.legace\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.bend.k12.or.us\/katie.legace\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.bend.k12.or.us\/katie.legace\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/538"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.bend.k12.or.us\/katie.legace\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=58"}],"version-history":[{"count":21,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.bend.k12.or.us\/katie.legace\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/58\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":98,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.bend.k12.or.us\/katie.legace\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/58\/revisions\/98"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.bend.k12.or.us\/katie.legace\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=58"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.bend.k12.or.us\/katie.legace\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=58"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.bend.k12.or.us\/katie.legace\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=58"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}