technology to the rescue
DESCRIPTION
The first half of this presentation, which was given at the Christa McAuliffe Conference in December 2013, addresses the considerations and discussions that accompanied the creation of the RTI intervention block, during the school day and in a 4x4 block schedule, at ConVal Regional High School. The second half showcases the software that makes it possible to place more than 870 students into a daily-varying schedule of more than 90 intervention providers, ensure student accountability, and report out data on the success of the interventions.TRANSCRIPT
TECHNOLOGY TO THE RESCUE: HIGH SCHOOL INTERVENTION
BLOCK IMPLEMENTATION
Christa McAuliffe Technology ConferenceDecember 4, 2013
Joe Hayes, Educational ConsultantBrian Pickering, Principal, ConVal Regional High School
Helfried Zrzavy, Technologist, ConVal Regional High School
OVERVIEW
• Introductions (Joe Hayes)
• Background and History (Brian Pickering)
• TASC in Daily Practice (Helfried Zrzavy)
• Questions and Answers
INTRODUCTIONS
• 9 towns in 2 counties, 250+ square miles
• 8 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 1 regional high school
• ConVal High School: 870 students, 100 staff
• 4x4 block schedule
BACKGROUND& HISTORY
Bailey’s Story
RTI MODEL DISCUSSION AT CONVAL
Emphasis on learning & collaboration | focus on results
Austin Buffum, Mike Mattos and Chris Weber, Pyramid Response to Intervention: RTI, Professional Learning Communities, and How to Respond When Kids Don't Learn (2008)
RTI MODEL DISCUSSION AT CONVAL
Block Schedule ConsiderationsGreater opportunities for students to assimilate materialNeed for new models of intervention, other than “repeat the course” or stay after school Special Education ConsiderationsNeed for more equitable distribution of available assistanceNeed for more inclusionary practices
RTI MODEL DISCUSSION AT CONVALChanges in Family Culture
Family work schedules and student extracurricularsImpact of technology on homework completion and attention spanChanges in curricular approaches
Changes in Teacher DemandsChanges in pedagogy (differentiated instruction, reading in content area, utilization of technology, etc.)Emphasis on data-driven instruction Demand for more varied learning opportunities (ELOs)
?How can we fit:RTI and relearning,
mentoring and advising, enrichments and extensionseffectively into the school
day?
TEACHERS IN ACADEMIC SUPPORT
CENTERS
TEACHERS IN ACADEMIC SUPPORT
CENTERS
TEACHERS IN ACADEMIC SUPPORT
CENTERS
TASC IN DAILY PRACTICE
TEACHERS IN ACADEMIC SUPPORT
CENTERS
TEACHERS IN ACADEMIC SUPPORT
CENTERS
TEACHERS IN ACADEMIC SUPPORT
CENTERS
Making up missed
class/es
Further differentiated instruction
Relearning of essential skills
Additional practice
Assessment retakes
Emotional supportGuest
speakers
ELOs
Enrichment
opportunities
75 teachers
Library/Learning commons
2 music rooms
3 art rooms
4 computer labs
Photo lab
Gymnasium
VLACS lab
Language
lab
Video lab
Distance Learning Center
LHT
TEACHERS IN ACADEMIC SUPPORT
CENTERS
Logistics challenges:870 students x 82 teachers/staff x 4 days= 285,000+ possible permutations/week
Booking limits per roomTeacher scheduled absences/PLCs
Teacher unscheduled absencesFull teacher access & reporting
capacity
TEACHERS IN ACADEMIC SUPPORT
CENTERS
Google Apps for Education
BookMeNow
OVERVIEW OF TASC MASTER
LIVE DEMO OF SOFTWARECONVAL TASC MASTER
SUCCESSFUL RTI MODEL AT CONVAL
Improved student learning for all
SUCCESSFUL RTI MODEL AT CONVAL
“Relentless Pursuit”
Q & A
Joe [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
Brian [email protected]
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Helfried [email protected]
Contacts:
Resources:
ConVal High School Websitewww.conval.edu/schools/CVHSTASC Page on the ConVal High School
Websitewww.conval.edu/schools/CVHS/tasc/all-about-tascEnriching Students Websitewww.enrichingstudents.com