The National Coalition for Core Arts Standards (NCCAS) has released a narrative framework document that details the rationale, goals and strategy of the new National Standards for Arts Education that are currently being written by five arts discipline teams. Continue reading “National Standards for Arts Education narrative framework released”
Category: Professional Development
Restorative school practices spring workshops announced
Restorative School Practices of Maine, a division of the Restorative Justice Project, is offering six workshops in restorative school practices for spring 2013. Check the RJP website for further details and a registration link.
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School Counseling website, resources also available
The Maine Department of Education has launched a new sub-site for professional school counselors, who serve a vital role in maximizing student success. K-12 school counselors should visit the School Counseling home page to view relevant information, tools and resources.
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Maine DOE Certification Office launches new website
The Maine Department of Education’s Certification Office is pleased to announce the launch of its new website. Much care was taken to provide Maine’s education community with the necessary materials for all its credentialing needs.
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Common Core training for educators of English learners
Educators of English language learners are invited to register for subject-specific professional development training on the Common Core State Standards, provided by the National Clearinghouse for English Language Acquisition. The webinar session will take place Jan. 18 from 1 to 3 p.m. (EST).
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Governor’s fourth STEM academy brainstorms best practices
The fourth cohort of the Maine Governor’s Academy for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Education Leadership, comprised of 26 teacher leaders from around the state, met for the first time in December. Continue reading “Governor’s fourth STEM academy brainstorms best practices”
Dine and discuss transition to Common Core assessments
Districts are invited to learn more about the Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium, the creators of Maine’s new Common Core assessment, over dinner at two separate events near their region.
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Participate in Chinese guest teacher & trainee program
The College Board Chinese Guest Teacher and Trainee Programprovides opportunities to pilot or expand Chinese language and culture programs in Maine elementary, middle and secondary schools during the 2013-14 school year.
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National conference held for educators of language learners (ELLs)
Early childhood through grade 12 educators of language learners (ELLs) are invited to attend the 2013 World-class Instructional Design and Assessment (WIDA) national conference, “Language Learner Success: Building on Strengths.”
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Updated: Data quality training offered statewide
Maine’s Statewide Longitudinal Data System Training Team is pleased to announce the following 2013 data quality training events, offered for free throughout the state. Limited seating is available, so register for the location nearest you today.
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