Open House 2013

Welcome

MathematicsCommon Core State

Standards

Overview

Common Core State Standards Changes/enhances the way subject matter

is presented. (More student engagement)

Develop conceptual understanding (Why versus memorization)

Incorporate close read into mathematics

Consider the 8 mathematical practices when developing lessons

CCSS Mathematical Practices

1. Make sense of problems and persevere in solving them.

I can explain what a problem means, look forways to begin, make a plan to solve, and change direction if necessary. I will stick with it and always ask myself, “Does my answer make sense?”

DON’T GIVE UP

CCSS Mathematical Practices2. Reason abstractly and quantitatively.

I can make sense of quantities and their relationships in a problem situation.

I can represent a given situation symbolically, manipulate those symbols, and then think over what those symbols represent.

I understand and know how to usedifferent properties of operations.

CCSS Mathematical Practices3. Construct viable arguments and critique the reasoning of others.

I can use previous knowledge to construct arguments.

I can communicate and defend my own reasoning.

I can listen to or read the conclusions of others and decide whether they make sense.

CCSS Mathematical Practices4. Model with mathematics.

I can use the mathematics to make decisions in my everyday life.

I can represent relationships using models such as, diagrams, tables, graphs, and formulas.

I can reflect on whether my results make sense and whether I can improve my model.

CCSS Mathematical Practices

5. Use appropriate tools strategically.

I know what tools are available to me when solving a problem.

I can recognize the advantages and the limitations of each tool I can use and decide which tools are best for solving the problem.

Computers, rulers, paper, programs, etc

CCSS Mathematical Practices

6. Attend to precision.

I can calculate accurately and communicate precisely by using clear definitions in discussions with others and my own reasoning.

(Use words, symbols etc. appropriately)

CCSS Mathematical Practices

7. Look for and make use of structure.

I look closely at problems to see a pattern or structure. I can see complicated things as single objects or as being made of several objects.

I can step back for an overview and shift perspective.

CCSS Mathematical Practices8. Look for and express regularity in repeated

reasoning.

I pay attention and notice if there are repetitions in my calculations.

I look for general methods and more efficient ways to solve problems.

I continually check for if my method and answers are reasonable.

Structure of LessonDefine the Task

Should have multiple solution paths(Handout Copy of Bike and Truck Task)

Explore PhaseIndividual works (private time) to generate

solutions

Explore Phase Small GroupGenerate and compare solutions in order to

assess and advance student learning

Structure of Lesson

Share, Discuss, and Analyze LessonWhole Class

Explain solution path and modelCompare solution with other groups

Focus on key mathmatical ideasCompare similarities and differences

Wrong answers are a learning tool

ReflectionEngage students in a Quick Write

Common Core Confusion?

ANYQUESTIONSTHOUGHTSCOMMENTS

STRATEGIC PLAN

Common Core Reading and Writing Standards in all Classrooms

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Core Beliefs

Earning a living wage has never demanded more skills. This

generation must learn more than its parents to do as well.

All children are capable of learning and thinking at a high

level. Children in Tennessee are as talented as any in the country and

often capable of more than we expect.

Our current education results pose a real threat to state and national competitiveness and

security. Improving the skills of our children is vital for the future

of Tennessee and America.

Tennessee is on a mission to become the fastest improving

state in the nation. Doing so will require hard work and significant learning for all. We must learn to teach in ways we were not taught

ourselves.

There is no recipe that will deliver a successful transition. Preparing

for Common Core will demand effective leadership focused on

student growth.

PARCC is coming in two years. We need to use the transition wisely to make sure our students and

our state are ready.

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1. Complexity: Regular practice with complex text and its academic language.

2. Evidence: Reading, writing and speaking grounded in evidence from text, both literary and informational.

3. Knowledge: Building knowledge through content rich nonfiction.

What questions do you have about the key shifts?

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Key Shifts in ELA/Literacy CCSS

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1.) Begin with overarching questions (guiding questions, clear targets)

2.) Move to argumentative writing vs. persuasion

3.) Use multiple texts to support argument

4.) Utilize sequenced, text-dependent questions and tasks that simultaneously develop students’ reading, writing, speaking, listening, and thinking skills.

5.) Engage students in academically productive talk

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Key Shift for Teachers this Year in CMCSS

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-Encourage student to read non-fiction pieces at home (read the newspaper together).

-Ask questions about what they are doing in class, help process through difficult assignments.

-Support reflection after that day’s lesson.

-Ask questions, spark meaningful conversation about that day’s lesson.

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What Parents Can Do

Advanced

Placement (AP)

Registration for classes

beginning in 2013-2014

What

is A

P?

College-level courseworkCollaborative problem

solving

Curriculum focused on

discussion, problem solving, writing

Why

shift

from

honors

to A

P?

Qualify for an honors

diploma

Stand out from others

in college, scholarship

and workforce application process

Earn college credit for

passing the exam

What

is t

he

NM

SI gra

nt?

Funded by the National Math and Science InstituteProvides high school

students and teachers

with the support services needed to be

successful in AP classes

What

is t

he s

tudent

com

mit

ment?

Mandatory monthly

tutoring – 4 hours per

month outside of the

school day

Saturday workshops

(3)with other AP students taught by college professors

What

are

the

extr

a in

centi

ves?

NMSI pays ½ of the AP

exam entrance fee ($45

of the $90) whether you

pass the test or not –

CMCSS will pay the other

½ if you pass

Pays students $100 per

AP test passedStudent cost of AP exam if

passed - $0 vs student

cost of tuition for 1 class

at APSU - $862.

NM

SI Satu

rday

Stu

dent

Stu

dy

Sess

ions

2013-2

014

English Saturday Sessions:

11-2-13 CHS 1-25-14 RHS

3-8-14 NEHS

Math Saturday Sessions:

11-23-13 NEHS 2-8-14 CHS

4-5-14 RHS

Science Saturday Sessions:

2-22-14 RHS 3-15-14 CHS

4-12-14 NEHS

*All sessions will run from 8:30-2:30.

*Pizza lunch will be provided

Academy of Computer and Game ProgrammingTechnology

Northeast High School

Choosing the NEHS AcademyDO YOU…..

…want to know HOW your phone, iPad,

Xbox or Wii works?

…want to CREATE a mobile app or

a game to play?

…want to learn about computer hardware and software?

 Northeast High School has an APP for THAT!!!

“Upgrade” your future by joining the NEHS

EAGLES!!

Create computer programs for games

Create computer software for mobile apps 

Gain hands-on hardware and software experience

Need more?Let’s fit the pieces

together…

Academy Strands

Strands Programming & Gaming

Computer Information Technology

Freshman 

Comp Applications/Game Foundations

Computer Applications /Hardware & Software

FundamentalsSophomore

 Computer

Programming/Game Composition

Information Technology Foundations

Junior Computer Programming/Animation

Networking

Senior Computer Programming/ Computer Science

Project Based Computer Systems

Choice    

Earn your high school diploma and prepare for a career, NOT just a job!

 High School preparation that provides options

after high school:Enter college or university directly to earn a 2 or

4 year degreeEnter technology school for certificationEnter the work force

We have something for everybody!

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STEM: PresentationLearning Math & Science through STEM

The Engineering Design Process

ASK

IMAGINE

PLANCREATE

IMPROVE

This Engineering Design Process is cyclical. It is appropriate that students repeat the steps at any time during the problem solving process. The description in the text boxes can be used in more than one step, but it is imperative that all steps be used.

Speed Trap Challenge

Clarksville Police Department would like your help to determine where the most effective locations for a speed trap would be on two sections of roadways. They have indicated that they will be issuing tickets for anyone going at least 5 mph over the speed limit. In the past, patrol cars have sometimes sat in locations where drivers have not had time to drive long enough to reach the speed limit or have sat in locations where drivers are slowing down for a stoplight or stop sign. They would like to get information on where to sit when catching people who speed & not sit in locations that are ineffective.

What Coming Up?

September- “Dead Car in the Desert” (Physical Science)

September- “Speed Trap” (PWC)

October- “Behind Enemy Lines”

February- “Blueway to the Bash”

March- “Go with the Flow”

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Title I

What is Title I?

Federally funded program to support local school districts improve teaching

and learning for students in high-poverty schools so that these students meet the state’s challenging content

and performance standards.

Who benefits from Title I?

NEHS has elected to use their funds to improve the entire

program of the school so that ALL students are impacted

How will our students benefit?

Funds will be used to

Improve curriculum

Enhance instructional activities

Increase parental involvement

Implement an at-risk administrative assistant

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Thank you and let’s have a great

school year!