Mission
To support a regional network of elementary administrators dedicated to sharing best practices where all students experience success and are prepared to meet the challenges for the 21st century.
Collegial Support
Addressing needs of new and experienced Elementary School Leaders
Providing opportunities for professional growth and dialogue among experienced administrators
"Why don't these kids know their facts?!" is one of the most common frustrations in math teaching. During this one day learning event, participants will learn the true meaning of mathematical fluency, engaging strategies to support students in their journey to said fluency, and opportunities for ongoing formative assessment of student progress.
Writing, reading and thinking are indelibly linked, and they are best taught in conjunction with each other. Writing must be embedded in content because writing is a learning activity as much or more than a discrete subject. If we want students to be great writers, we have to intentionally teach the application of writing in the context of reading and thinking.
Sometimes, however, that intentionality can turn into tedious exercises or mindless formula. But when taught well, writing is a joy.
Writing, reading and thinking are indelibly linked, and they are best taught in conjunction with each other. Writing must be embedded in content because writing is a learning activity as much or more than a discrete subject. If we want students to be great writers, we have to intentionally teach the application of writing in the context of reading and thinking.
Sometimes, however, that intentionality can turn into tedious exercises or mindless formula. But when taught well, writing is a joy.
This workshop will focus on the implementation of science notebooks and science content development through reflecting writing. By using notebooks, students model one of the most vital and enduring functions of scientists in all disciplines--recording information, figures, and data.
Participants will:
What does it mean to be a maker, and how can educators use the power of making in the classroom? In this workshop, participants define Maker education and experience how profound making integrates multiple subjects through a rigorous hands-on activity. All activities align to CCSS Language Arts, CCSS Math, NGSS Science, and California Arts Standards through the integration of reading, writing, sketching, planning, engineering, building, coding, and presenting.
This workshop, which coincides with the Gallo Center for the Art’s production of Call of the Wild, demonstrate how to integrate lesson and vignettes from the classic book into the classroom. Participants engage in hands-on Visual Art and Theatre Art activities, investigate how to utilize tools and strategies presented, and receive CCSS and NGSS aligned lesson plans.
The Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) requires that all students engage in performance-based assessments. The day will cover how the NGSS impacts the SpEd classroom. Participants will have an opportunity to engage in NGSS-aligned lessons that allow students of different abilities to engage in core ideas in science.
Participants will:
"Why don't these kids know their facts?!" is one of the most common frustrations in math teaching. During this one day learning event, participants will learn the true meaning of mathematical fluency, engaging strategies to support students in their journey to said fluency, and opportunities for ongoing formative assessment of student progress.
Writing, reading and thinking are indelibly linked, and they are best taught in conjunction with each other. Writing must be embedded in content because writing is a learning activity as much or more than a discrete subject. If we want students to be great writers, we have to intentionally teach the application of writing in the context of reading and thinking.
Sometimes, however, that intentionality can turn into tedious exercises or mindless formula. But when taught well, writing is a joy.
Writing, reading and thinking are indelibly linked, and they are best taught in conjunction with each other. Writing must be embedded in content because writing is a learning activity as much or more than a discrete subject. If we want students to be great writers, we have to intentionally teach the application of writing in the context of reading and thinking.
Sometimes, however, that intentionality can turn into tedious exercises or mindless formula. But when taught well, writing is a joy.
This hands-on workshop will focus on the use of science notebooks in the early elementary classroom. By using notebooks, students can record and reflect on their observations and ideas through use of drawings and writing. Participants will have an opportunity to use science notebooks throughout an NGSS-aligned lesson sequence.
Participants will:
Number Talks is an instructional routine that supports students in building mental math and computation strategies. These routines are perfect for the diverse needs of special education students, as number talks can be modified to fit the needs of IEP goals and the individual needs of each student.
The Number Talks book, by Sherry Parrish, has more than 850 purposefully designed number talks and a DVD featuring 19 number talks filmed in actual classrooms.
Participants will have an opportunity to engage in hands-on lessons that integrates both science and mathematics. The Science and Mathematics Standards require that students learn disciplinary content and practices, and these practices intentionally overlap to demonstrate the connections between math and science.
Participants will:
Join us for an exciting and engaging night of arts integration and arts making! This workshop, inspired by the spring season, focuses on integrating elements of spring, and books about spring into classroom curricula and the visual arts. Attendees will participate in the making of four full arts projects (new projects from previous year) and will receive lesson plans for four projects. Provided lesson plans align to VAPA and CCSS Standards.
As part of Youth Arts Month, join the Stanislaus COE in Making Arts Learning Visible!
The purpose of the PK-12th Grade Art Showcase is to display the creative abilities of students in Pre-Kindergarten – 12th grades during Youth Arts Month (March). Student artwork can be made in-class, at-school, at a community event, in an extra-curricular setting, or at home. Teachers are encouraged (but not required) to send student artist statements along with artwork. Student artists statements will be displayed as space allows.
Participants will have an opportunity to engage in hands-on lessons that integrates both science and mathematics. The Science and Mathematics Standards require that students learn disciplinary content and practices, and these practices intentionally overlap to demonstrate the connections between math and science.
Participants will:
"Why don't these kids know their facts?!" is one of the most common frustrations in math teaching. During this one day learning event, participants will learn the true meaning of mathematical fluency, engaging strategies to support students in their journey to said fluency, and opportunities for ongoing formative assessment of student progress.
This workshop will focus on suggestions for integration across content areas; for example, “How can I use history content during my ELA time?” Educators will use their current instructional materials to build out a strong and cohesive unit of study to support all learners. Participants will leave with strategies for integration across subject areas to strengthen and streamline student learning in the classroom.
Stanislaus County Office of Education is offering their 5th Annual Lego Robotics Camp for students grades 5th-8th! Using LEGO Mindstorms EV3s is an interactive and fun way to teach engineering, robotics, robot animation, and entry-level program coding. Each session encourages creativity and imagination as students brainstorm, build, and experiment with amazing robots. It's a wonderful way to develop critical 21st century skills. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity!
