“Actions, not words, are the ultimate
results of leadership.” —BILL OWENS
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| Married 29 years to this guy! 😍 |
I had a wonderful birthday weekend in VT hiking, visiting farmers markets, and imbibing in some of the best beers in the northeast!
In my past districts, students started school Tuesday-Thursday before Labor Day. As a result, I was able to breathe during the long weekend. I could never rest before the first day with so much that had to kick into gear. So, I am worried about all of you, who may be sleepless with first day jitters over the weekend. TRY to take some time; students arrive no matter what next week. All this is part of the job - knowing we have this one chance to set the tone for the year; knowing that students don't get do-overs. Nevertheless, I love the excitement and potential of a new school year - thank you for all you do!
*** Note: The following resources are also linked into a note/comment in the PDF calendar above:
Links for more information:
Hold these dates!
October 22-23, February 12
Links:
School Leader PD/Assessment Calendar*** Note: The following resources are also linked into a note/comment in the PDF calendar above:
- Calendar of Assessments (one pager)
- ELA Schedule of Assessed Standards
- Math Schedule of Assessed Standards
- STE Schedule of Assessed Standards
Data
The next major date to look for is September 4 when reports will be available in Edwin Analytics. Meanwhile, your school's ODA folder also contains preliminary reports in an (Embargoed Folder). You can share these data with staff, with the caveat that the information be used for educational and/or planning purposes.
STE Scaled Scores for Next Generation Assessment & CPI
Climate Survey Results
username: boston
password: boston!
Link to MCIEA Site (staff)
Student survey results are in Panorama. This survey has information about how students feel on topics such as engagement, academic press, grit, belongingness, etc... If you are working on increasing student engagement and on relationships, you and your climate team should review these data with staff and set a QSP measurable goal for the end of the year.
Student survey results are in Panorama. This survey has information about how students feel on topics such as engagement, academic press, grit, belongingness, etc... If you are working on increasing student engagement and on relationships, you and your climate team should review these data with staff and set a QSP measurable goal for the end of the year.
Transportation Information
Should be in DataWarehouse by Friday. Please keep in mind that changes will continue over the weekend and be careful about printing "pending" information. Also, wait until later next week to prepare kindergarten tags.Message from Mark Cardarelli from Public Works (Highlighted sentences are from his communication 😂)
Per BTD and PWD Directive, No Construction Work Will Be Allowed On Our RED LINE STREETS On OPENING Day September 5th. This Will Include Occupancy Work. ( See attached list )
In addition no work will be allowed within a designated school zone without permission from the principal or headmaster
All utility companies and private contractors must provide access to school buses needing to enter their work zone. Crews must give the highest priority to school buses providing them a safe lane of travel without undue delay. The City appreciates your cooperation.
DESE Review - Watch for email from AIR
American Institutes of Research (AIR) will be observing in approximately 500 classrooms throughout the district using the CLASS Tool. They will be reaching out to ask for the following information:
- A school schedule and school map;
- Dates that do not work for an observation due to benchmark testing or other special events
- Any questions you have about the process
FAQs:
An overview of the observation process is as follows:
- What: Classroom observations as part of DESE’s district review of BPS
- Who: Observations will be conducted by certified and experienced American Institutes for Research (AIR) staff
- When: September 30 –October 11, 2019
- Where: 100 schools across BPS
- How: AIR staff will be using the CLASS tool published by Teachstone (additional information on CLASS is attached)
Links for more information:
Harvard Portal - DataWise Institute
Please consider participating in this opportunity with a team. Last year, the following schools participated: Kilmer, Quincy Lower, Warren-Prescott, Russell, Lyon. This is a wonderful collaboration with the Harvard Portal and the ODA Team and led by our own Sarah Jay.Hold these dates!
October 22-23, February 12
