The West franklin School district will participate in a staff development grant through Washburn University. Teachers in grades 5-8 will have an opportunity to attend a summer workshop at Washburn and work with a math mentor during the 2006-07 school year. |
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Tri-C Project goals |
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Significant improvement in mathematics performance |
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Improved understanding of fundamental content knowledge embedded in Kansas Math standards |
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Increased skill in reshaping curriculum and instruction base on the standards |
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Increased use of formative and summative assessment as a guide to develop instruction |
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Increased confidence among teachers in their ability to teach to grades 5-8 Math Standards |
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Improved ability among teachers to implement instructional strategies designed to improve mathematical performance among historically under served and underrepresented students |
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Involvement among participating teachers in technology-assisted collaboration and professional development |
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Development of teachers as district level leaders who support development of mathematics knowledge and skill among peers |
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Increased involvement among families in improving student learning in mathematics |
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Teachers participating in the grant program are Greg Butler, Brian Campbell, Barb Engel, Matt Parenti, Angie Corwine, Paula Howard, Stacia Scott, Jeanette Walters, Angela Harris and Phyllis Cunningham. The staff is very happy to have received and be able to participate in this grant. |
