Salinas City Elementary School District的动态

If you want to raise the bar of your teaching skills, one possible source of inspiration is to look at the accomplishments of Jaime Escalante. Traveling to America from Bolivia, he ended up teaching at Garfield High School in the city of East Los Angeles, California. At the time, few people had the expectation that students there—low-income minorities—could master more advanced mathematics. Mr. Escalante believed differently, and he filled his students with high expectations and a high level of motivation and purpose. In 1982, every one of his advanced math students passed a calculus advanced placement test. This was so shocking to some people that it resulted in the test company refusing to accept the results. The students were forced to retake the test, and they again achieved good scores. [A movie was made about this called Stand and Deliver.] The entire level of expectation and belief in the students at Garfield High School changed. By 1991, about 600 students were taking advanced placement tests in math and other subjects—a huge change. Mr. Escalante was dynamic, caring, and highly committed to his students. He was able to connect with and inspire them. While the class was highly productive, there was always an upbeat, fun environment with lots of humor. Mr. Escalante exuded the belief that his students would reach a high level of achievement, and he backed up this confidence with effective teaching techniques: a competency-based approach with lots of practice done on a step-by-step basis, group learning and collaboration amongst students, providing students with real-world examples, etc. Mr. Escalante firmly believed that, with proper instruction, he’d make an exceptional learner out of every student. I bet he would also believe that, with proper instruction, every aspiring teacher could reach or surpass his level of achievement with his students. In fact, Mr. Escalante wrote the following: “I always have to laugh when someone suggests that my program is dependent upon one teacher’s personality (my own) and could never serve as a model for use in other schools. It just shows how far away we have drifted from the fundamentals of teaching.” https://lnkd.in/ezn9DwBi

Exciting moments from our recent teacher exchange program! ???? Mr Simon McLoughlin Educator from United Kingdom joined us to share insights, teaching methods, and cultural experiences that broaden our perspectives and enrich our classrooms. Learning goes beyond borders, and we’re thrilled to be building bridges that connect us all through education. This is Just a Beginning!! #TeacherExchange #GlobalEducation #LearningTogether"

Great to see a couple of the many amazing IUSD programs "spotlighted" in KTLA's School Spirit Spotlight segment. These programs demonstrate the powerful impact academic programs can have when you integrate academic disciplines, as in the case of Career Technical Education (CTE) and the Arts. #ctemonth #cte #WHS

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I did this program:) STF 2016! Taught Geometry:)

#schools #academicperformance American Academy K-8 (AAK8) in Colorado has achieved notable successes in education, making it one of the top-performing charter schools in the state. Here are some highlights of its achievements: 1. Academic Excellence: AAK8 consistently ranks among the highest-performing schools in Colorado, with students scoring well above state averages in standardized tests, particularly in math, science, and reading. 2. STEM Focus: The school’s strong emphasis on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) education has earned recognition for its innovative curriculum. AAK8 students benefit from hands-on learning experiences and participate in various STEM competitions. 3. Character Education: AAK8 places a strong emphasis on character development, integrating values like respect, responsibility, and leadership into the curriculum. This focus on character has contributed to a positive school culture and student behavior. 4. Arts and Extracurriculars: In addition to academics, AAK8 offers robust arts programs, including music, visual arts, and theater. The school also provides a wide range of extracurricular activities, fostering well-rounded development in students. 5. Parent and Community Involvement: AAK8 has a strong partnership with parents and the community, which is reflected in its active parent volunteer program and supportive school environment. This collaboration has been key to the school’s success. 6. Expansion and Growth: The school’s successful model has allowed it to expand to multiple campuses, including those in Castle Pines and Parker, meeting the demand for high-quality education in the region. These achievements highlight American Academy K-8's commitment to providing a comprehensive education that prepares students for future success in both academics and life. www.aak8.org

New Blog Post Part 2 of our Blog from student contributors, Libby and Sophia is published! You'll learn more about our student council process and student empowerment assignments. Read here: https://lnkd.in/eCvWuQ6G #BlogPost #cmasas_ #schoolleadership #myschoolmyway

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This is for the teaching fraternity, do we think and believe we are better (at par, must say) than the teachers who taught us a decade ago? Do we even think we are even 10% as good as those legendary teachers? Personally, I don't consider myself worthy of such comparison. I strongly believe that in the rat race for accreditations, affiliations, and other formalities or documentations, we hve lost the true charm of teaching. We are more focused on paperwork, on documenting what was done, and justifying outcomes on paper, rather than achieving real impact in the minds and souls of students and seeing the joy on their faces after a fulfilling class. Great honor for my amazing teachers... P.S. These are just my personal opinions, and I must say that I could be mistaken due to my limited knowledge or understanding.

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