Getting ready for PARCC
We have been preparing for the PARCC Exams for a few years now since we aligned our curricula with the Common Core. Math and Language Arts teachers have implemented PARCC style questions into their lessons. Other Departments in the buiding have also adpoted this style as well. This would not have happened without the supervisors guiding this process, teachers helping with updating curriculum and all embracing this change.
Now, the next step is getting everyone comfortable with what the PARCC Exams looks like and taking practice tests online. When I say everyone, I mean students and teachers in all areas need to see what the test looks like and what type of questions are on it. The plan is over the next week and half to have Social Studies teachers bring their classes to the Media Center Lab and/or use laptops to walk students through a practice PARCC test. The goal is to get staff and students familiar with the online tools and setup for when we test in February.
A schedule will be posted with times and locations so staff members from other departments can see what the PARCC Exams actually look like. Staff members who have already signed up for the Media Center or certain computer carts will, unfortunately, need to adjust.
Looking Forward
Wednesday, 12/10 - Fall Varsity Dinner
Thursday, 12/11 - Period 4 hand out PSAT Results to sophomores and juniors that took the test. Students should report to the Little Theater at 10:55 am.
Thursday, 12/11 - Winter Concert at 7pm in the Little Theater
Monday, 12/15 - Bandwidth upgrade (No internet access after 2pm)
IEP Direct Training
Three Days next week have been setup for teachers to familiarize themselves with the district's new IEP program. One staff member from each department was trained back in October and will hold training sessions on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 3 - 3:30pm in the Media Center Lab. You should pick the day that works better for you; however, everyone must attend one of the sessions. Your login information was sent to you via email from Viki Wilson. If you don't know your login information, you can email Ms. Wilson or see Jill Caruso.
When: Tuesday 12/16, Wednesday 12/17, Thursday 12/18 (3 - 3:30pm)
Trained WHS Staff:
D. Kish, R. Ramiccio, E. Lazzaro, R. Apap, P. Left, A. Terzini, J. Noschese
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