Center of Excellence in Leadership of Learning (CELL) at the University of Indianapolis

Happy Thanksgiving from the CELL team! We are thankful for the incredible educators that we serve and hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

Join CELL for our next literacy webinar on Wednesday, December 11. Dr. Allison Ward Parsons, Ph.D. from the Sturtevant Center for Literacy at George Mason University will unpack proven strategies to keep students motivated and actively engaged in learning. Participants will learn practical, research-based techniques to create vibrant, interactive lessons that inspire student participation and foster a love of learning. This session is designed to equip educators, coaches, and administrators with tools to enhance classroom engagement and improve student outcomes. Register now: https://lnkd.in/e6PGTK-k

During the last session, Cognitive Science Academy participants explored spacing and retrieval practice with expert Jade Pearce. This monthly virtual masterclass series helps instructional teams apply research on teaching and learning to classroom practice to improve student outcomes. Learn more about the Cognitive Science Academy at https://lnkd.in/ez4mYunb. InnerDrive

Yesterday, Winchester Community High School hosted an incredible site visit for state partners and other schools implementing a Pathways to Careers and Postsecondary (P-CAP) program including tours, classroom observations, and conversations with students and industry partners. The event concluded with a ribbon-cutting for their new P-CAP classroom space. Winchester Community High School and other P-CAP network schools are transforming the pathways of underserved students by providing them with learning experiences that are relationship-centered, hands-on, cross-curricular, and closely connected to industry and community partners. Learn more about #PCAP at https://lnkd.in/e2qtwgXF

During American Education Week, read about the resilience and dedication of one school to create more pathways for underserved students:

When stakeholders are engaged, there is a higher likelihood of impact. That’s why active participation in the Indiana Literacy Cadre is so important to student achievement. Instructional coaches and literacy Training Support Specialists (TSSs) have shown active participation in the Indiana Literacy Cadre. Their participation includes frequent meetings where coaches regularly receive guidance, support, and training from their literacy TSSs.? ? Learn more about how stakeholders are engaging with the #INLitCadre here: https://lnkd.in/dqkDituy

During American Education Week, we’re highlighting stories from the field! Read about two educators and their journey to become special education teachers:

Yesterday, we hosted the second Indiana Literacy Cadre Cohort 3 Administrator Workshop at the University of Indianapolis. Administrators traveled to either MSD Warren Township or MSD Wayne Schools to conduct instructional rounds and learn more about ways to effectively support coaches, structure literacy, and action steps school leaders can take for effective instruction. Thanks to all of the administrators across the state who attended! Engaging in ongoing professional learning as part of the #INLitCadre helps ensure Hoosier students receive the foundational literacy skills they need for lifelong success. #INLitCadre #scienceofreading

It’s American Education Week! We’re honoring the amazing educators, students, and communities who make learning accessible and inspiring for all. Thank you for shaping the future, one student at a time! We'll be sharing a few stories of impact throughout the week. #AEW2024

We’re welcoming administrators to the Indiana Literacy Cadre Cohort 3 Administrator Workshop this morning! Today, they’ll be conducting instructional rounds at either MSD of Warren Township or MSD of Wayne Township as part of their ongoing professional learning. Thanks to all the administrators who are joining us today to support #EarlyLiteracy development for Hoosier students across the state. Your engagement is critical to the success of the #INLitCadre.