Danielle and Sari are joined by Megan Robinson, National Director at Curriculum Associates. Megan shares research related to race and the opportunity myth, and goal setting with students. She emphasizes the importance of grade-level goals, and how to ensure you're creating ambitious yet attainable goals for students.

Links:

• The Opportunity Myth via TNTP: https://tntp.org/assets/documents/TNTP_The-Opportunity-Myth_Web.pdf 
• Setting and Tracking Growth Goals: https://i-readycentral.com/articles/setting-growth-goals/ 
• Goal Setting with Students: https://i-readycentral.com/download/?res=10141&view_pdf=1 
• Goal Setting with i-Ready: https://play.vidyard.com/mSy1E7kYqw6SuxFuVJgxGW 
• i-Ready: https://www.curriculumassociates.com/products/i-ready/i-ready-assessment 
• Instagram: Instagram.com/MyiReady
• Twitter: Twitter.com/CurriculumAssoc

Danielle and Sari are joined by Frank Salinas, an incredible educator in Texas. Frank explains how he motivated his students to try their best on their assessments at home, while also supporting and working with their families. Frank shares best practices on communicating with families, getting their buy-in, and closing the loop by sharing data with them. 

Links:

• Tips & Tricks for Remote Learning: https://www.curriculumassociates.com/-/media/mainsite/files/i-ready/extraordinary-educators-tips-and-tricks-2020.pdf
• Assessing at Home Support: https://i-ReadyCentral.com/AssessingAtHome 
• Assessing at Home Kit: http://i-Ready.com/AssessAtHomeKit
• Zoom: zoom.us
• Instagram: Instagram.com/MyiReady
• Twitter: Twitter.com/CurriculumAssoc

Danielle and Sari are joined by Mara Rodriguez, Senior Director of Educator Success at Curriculum Associates. Being a parent and former teacher herself, Mara shares how remote learning is going for her and her family, and how we're working to support educators and their students and their families during this time. Mara explains the importance of turnkey resources and how these are created at Curriculum Associates. Educators are wondering how to get accurate data when students are learning at home, and Mara shares what her team is working on to support educators.

Links:

• Assessing at Home Kit: http://i-Ready.com/AssessAtHomeKit
• Support for our Programs: https://www.curriculumassociates.com/teaching-learning-2020
• Tips & Tricks for Remote Learning: https://www.curriculumassociates.com/-/media/mainsite/files/i-ready/extraordinary-educators-tips-and-tricks-2020.pdf
• Instagram: Instagram.com/MyiReady
• Twitter: Twitter.com/CurriculumAssoc

Partnering with Families for Assessing at Home Resources:

• Partnering with Families for Assessing at Home Kit
• Family Fridge Tips for Assessment Day (English)
• Family Flyer and Checklist for Assessing at Home (English)
• Supportive Phrases to Use with Students while Assessing at Home (English)
• At-Home Assessment Agreement for Families
• Video: Family Guidance for Administering the Diagnostic at Home
• Video: Family Guidance for Administering the Diagnostic at Home (Spanish)
• Video: Introducing the i-Ready Assessment at Home to Families
• Video: Introducing the i-Ready Assessment at Home to Families (Spanish)

Danielle and Sari are joined by Christi Moore, i‑Ready Reading Skills Plus Interventionist. Christi shares her experiences with distance learning, and how she’s adjusted to increase student engagement and do what's best for her students. Christi also explains how to keep mindfulness when scrolling through social media, and why it is important to celebrate yourself! Balancing love and rigor, Christi also digs into how she's made connections with students during this time.

Links:

• Tips & Tricks for Remote Learning: https://www.curriculumassociates.com/-/media/mainsite/files/i-ready/extraordinary-educators-tips-and-tricks-2020.pdf
• Christi's Twitter: https://twitter.com/Moore_in_Middle
• Christi's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moore_in_the_middle/
• Assessing at Home Kit: http://i-Ready.com/AssessAtHomeKit
• Zoom: zoom.us
• Instagram: Instagram.com/MyiReady
• Twitter: Twitter.com/CurriculumAssoc

Danielle and Sari are back for Season 2! Thank you to all of the educators out there, who continue to inspire us with the work you do every single day. This episode provides an overview of the season, and what Danielle and Sari will discuss in future episodes. Please see below for learning at home resources. 

Leader Assessing at Home Resources:

• Assessing at Home Kit for Leaders
• Checklist for Administering the Diagnostic at Home for District Leaders
• Checklist for Administering the Diagnostic at Home for School Leaders
• Planning Calendar for Assessing Students at Home
• Scheduling Students for At-Home Assessments

Teacher Assessing at Home Resources:

• Assessing at Home Kit for Teachers
• Checklist for Administering the Diagnostic at Home for Teachers
• Planning Calendar for Assessing Students at Home
• Scheduling Students for At-Home Assessments

Partnering with Families for Assessing at Home Resources:

• All Family Resources
• Partnering with Families for Assessing at Home Kit
• Family Fridge Tips for Assessment Day (English)
• Family Flyer and Checklist for Assessing at Home (English)
• Supportive Phrases to Use with Students while Assessing at Home (English)
• At-Home Assessment Agreement for Families
• Administering the Diagnostic at Home PPT for Families
• Video: Family Guidance for Administering the Diagnostic at Home
• Video: Family Guidance for Administering the Diagnostic at Home (Spanish)
• Video: Introducing the i-Ready Assessment at Home to Families
• Video: Introducing the i-Ready Assessment at Home to Families (Spanish)

Social:

• Instagram: Instagram.com/MyiReady
• Twitter: Twitter.com/CurriculumAssoc

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! Danielle and Sari are joined by Rob Waldron, CEO of Curriculum Associates. Rob, Danielle, and Sari explain what Teacher Appreciation means to them, and why it’s more important now than ever to show our sincerest gratitude for the amazing work educators do every single day. They each share a story about an educator who inspired them, and why. They end the episode sharing ways you can show appreciation to your colleagues during this time and always.

This episode concludes Season 1 of the Extraordinary Educators Podcast! Thank you so much for following along. We will be back in August for Season 2!

Links:

• Flipgrid: info.flipgrid.com
• Kudoboard: kudoboard.com
• Instagram: Instagram.com/MyiReady
• Twitter: Twitter.com/CurriculumAssoc

Our thoughts and commitments are with educators, students, and families everywhere impacted by school closures. We hope this pre-recorded episode provides a smile and a reminder of the critical work you do, and we invite you to visit CurriculumAssociates.com/AtHome for free Reading and Math K-8 activity packs, and guidance for teachers and families to support learning at home. There are additional math packets available at: CurriculumAssociates.com/supporting-students-away-from-school/additional-math-resources and additional reading packets available at: CurriculumAssociates.com/supporting-students-away-from-school/additional-reading-resources

Danielle and Sari are joined by Nelida (Nellie) Pagan, teacher at P.S. 160—The Walt Disney Magnet STEAM School, in New York City. Nellie shares her experiences with distance learning, and how she’s adjusted each week. With schools now closed for the remainder of the year, Nellie explains best practices such as creating teams to problem-solve issues such as attendance, and how to create a schedule that’s feasible for both students and their families. 

Links:

• Nellie’s Twitter: Twitter.com/Nellie_Nel516  
• Nellie’s Instagram: Instagram.com/the_inked_educator
• Nellie’s Virtual Summit Session: share.vidyard.com/watch/533GkocM5qCgQTGxXtsgR4
• All Virtual Summit Sessions: CurriculumAssociates.com/supporting-students-away-from-school/at-home-virtual-summit
• Zoom: zoom.us
• Instagram: Instagram.com/MyiReady
• Twitter: Twitter.com/CurriculumAssoc

Our thoughts and commitments are with educators, students, and families everywhere impacted by school closures. We hope this pre-recorded episode provides a smile and a reminder of the critical work you do, and we invite you to visit CurriculumAssociates.com/AtHome for free Reading and Math K-8 activity packs, and guidance for teachers and families to support learning at home. There are additional math packets available at: CurriculumAssociates.com/supporting-students-away-from-school/additional-math-resources and additional reading packets available at: CurriculumAssociates.com/supporting-students-away-from-school/additional-reading-resources

Danielle and Sari are joined by Kyle Cantrell, Grade 5 Math and Science Teacher at John Pittard Elementary School in Tennessee. Kyle discusses how he’s continuing teaching via virtual learning and communicating with families. From checking in with his students and class, to establishing some sort of structure to share and connect with one another, Kyle shares best practices and tips for remote learning.

Links:

• Kyle’s Twitter: Twitter.com/KCantrellJPE  
• Flipgrid: info.flipgrid.com
• ClassDojo: ClassDojo.com
• Zoom: zoom.us
• NASA at Home: www.nasa.gov/specials/nasaathome/index.html
• Instagram: Instagram.com/MyiReady
• Twitter: Twitter.com/CurriculumAssoc

Our thoughts and commitments are with educators, students, and families everywhere impacted by school closures. We hope this pre-recorded episode provides a smile and a reminder of the critical work you do, and we invite you to visit CurriculumAssociates.com/AtHome for free Reading and Math K-8 activity packs, and guidance for teachers and families to support learning at home. There are additional math packets available at: CurriculumAssociates.com/supporting-students-away-from-school/additional-math-resources and additional reading packets available at: CurriculumAssociates.com/supporting-students-away-from-school/additional-reading-resources

Danielle and Sari are joined by Kimberly Robinson, Grade 2 Teacher at Literacy Leadership Technology Academy, in Florida. Kimberly discusses transitioning to remote learning, and how a support community is crucial for this work. As an extrovert, she thrives by reaching out and staying connected, and most importantly, being mindful. Kimberly is taking it one day at a time and sets bite-sized goals for herself and her students. Kimberly also stresses the importance of self-care and how critical it is to find uninterrupted time for yourself every single day. Lastly, Kimberly shares best practices for connecting with students who are not as easy to reach during this time.

Links:

• Kimberly’s Instagram: Instagram.com/mindfullygrounded
• Flipgrid: info.flipgrid.com
• Zoom: zoom.us
• Instagram: Instagram.com/MyiReady
• Twitter: Twitter.com/CurriculumAssoc

Our thoughts and commitments are with educators, students, and families everywhere impacted by school closures. We hope this pre-recorded episode provides a smile and a reminder of the critical work you do, and we invite you to visit CurriculumAssociates.com/AtHome for free Reading and Math K-8 activity packs, and guidance for teachers and families to support learning at home. There are additional math packets available at: CurriculumAssociates.com/supporting-students-away-from-school/additional-math-resources There are additional reading packets available at: CurriculumAssociates.com/supporting-students-away-from-school/additional-reading-resources

Additional resources:   

• https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1SA1N1fQkrPkkoTNKXOwm90g7kBZD6BBCN94i0HFlG2c/htmlview?sle=true#gid=538165332
• https://thejournal.com/Articles/2020/03/13/Free-Resources-Ed-Tech-Companies-Step-Up-During-Coronavirus-Outbreak.aspx?Page=1
• https://www.scarymommy.com/free-printables-keep-kids-busy/

Danielle and Sari are joined by Mark Ophaug, Professional Development Specialist at Curriculum Associates. Mark discusses how he’s supporting educators virtually during this time, and best practices for remote learning for adults. From getting a platform, to learning how to get comfortable with technology, Mark talks about best practices for learning during this time. Now, more than ever, there is an opportunity to get your feet wet with new technology and learn something new. We also hope this episode is helpful for leaders who are supporting teachers. 

Links:

• Canvas: instructure.com/canvas
• Go to Meeting: gotomeeting.com 
• Zoom: zoom.us
• Webex: webex.com 
• Certificates: https://readyclassroomcentral.com/download/?res=27405&view_pdf=1
• Thinking Mat: https://readyclassroomcentral.com/download/?res=28434&view_pdf=1
• Stuck Points Poster: https://readyclassroomcentral.com/download/?res=28656&view_pdf=1
• Mark’s Twitter: Twitter.com/Mr_Ophaug
• Instagram: Instagram.com/MyiReady
• Twitter: Twitter.com/CurriculumAssoc

Our thoughts and commitments are with educators, students, and families everywhere impacted by school closures. We hope this pre-recorded episode provides a smile and a reminder of the critical work you do, and we invite you to visit CurriculumAssociates.com/AtHome for free Reading and Math K-8 activity packs, and guidance for teachers and families to support learning at home. There are additional math packets available at: CurriculumAssociates.com/supporting-students-away-from-school/additional-math-resources There are additional reading packets available at: CurriculumAssociates.com/supporting-students-away-from-school/additional-reading-resources

Additional resources:

• https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1SA1N1fQkrPkkoTNKXOwm90g7kBZD6BBCN94i0HFlG2c/htmlview?sle=true#gid=538165332
• https://thejournal.com/Articles/2020/03/13/Free-Resources-Ed-Tech-Companies-Step-Up-During-Coronavirus-Outbreak.aspx?Page=1
• https://www.scarymommy.com/free-printables-keep-kids-busy/