MyView Learning Letter #21 - Feedforward

Feedback is information about reactions to a product, a person's performance of a task, etc. which is used as a basis for improvement. Feed forward is Solution-Oriented, Practical, and Actionable. Feed forward helps people envision and focus on creating a positive, future-focused approach to moving ahead rather than concentrating on oversights of the past. We want to hear from you! It is important to name problems. However, there is POWER in naming solutions. Therefore, if there are things that are not working with MyView, please share a solution that can get us moving forward to success. 

Remember, no curriculum will be the SILVER bullet that is perfect. All have some things to improve upon. That's why we need your input! 

Also, there are always things that you may have liked and we are really focused on things you are learning since this is a learning year! Please make sure you share those!!! 

Please complete this form OFTEN! 

MyView Learning Letter #20 - Thinking Positive

In my classroom, one of my favorite sayings was, "If you think you can, you will. If you think you can't, you won't." Sometimes you can't do something, but ultimately you can...with time. I think I would change it to, "If you think you can no matter when, you will. If you always think you can't forever, you won't." 

Our minds have SO much power! We sometimes don't give them enough credit. Sometimes, there is a trigger and it generates a thought. Based on that thought, it leaves us feeling a certain kind of way that finally, impacts our actions. This is a great reference article for kids, but I found it extremely helpful. (Technically, it's called Cognitive Behavior Therapy or CBT for short. Yes, I am a FIRM believer that everyone needs counseling!) 

So, my encouragement to you is to try and change your thoughts as much as possible to something positive. It is WAY easier than it sounds! Trust me! LOL A good scaffold to help us get into the routine is to use a mantra. Here are must a few examples. 

1. I decide what success for me should look like.
2. Breathe in love, breathe out hate.
3. I am me, and that’s enough for today.
4. I am on my own path, chosen by no one but me.
5. I choose to focus on solutions.
6. Day by day, I am learning how to fulfill my purpose in this life.
7. I am not in control of anything or anyone, only myself.
8. I have the power to let go of the negative.
9. I will exhale all that weighs me down.

Need more ideas for mantras, check out this post. And always remember! This is a learning year. Walkthroughs are non-evaluative and are only there to offer support as we grow. 

Sending you good, positive vibes as we navigate this change together! :) 

MyView Learning Letter #19-Expectations

As we implement new high quality instructional materials, there are lots of questions about what is ok and what's not ok. We are trying to be clear and kind so we created a document to help. (It can be found on the MyView webpage towards the middle.) We will continue to update it as the year goes. Share your wonders to help us be even more clear and kind!!! 

Lots of learning is taking place this year so remember to give yourself lots of grace while you make those mistakes! It will be ok! Remember, all the walk throughs and feedback are non-evaluative. We want to support you and help you implement the HQIM with confidence! 

MyView Learning Letter #18-What to do with the "old" stuff?

Great question! What do you do with all the old stuff we used to use in literacy?! Well, let me tell you a story. When we adopted American Reading Company materials, we went ALL IN. We got rid of a LOT of things that we figured wouldn't be needed. What we learned is that we could have used a lot of those things. 

So...I recommend we keep things like word talk, the grammar progression slides, and other resources JUST in case we need them. Remember, we are taking action and using MyView. However, we are going to have to assess how it is going and if it's not going, then we will have to adjust. 

Science-Based Reading Research (SBRR)

Whether you are new to learning about science-based reading instruction or are more experienced with it and have more time, we have an opportunity for you! All that we do this year will be FOCUSED around science-based reading research, or SBRR. 

I recommend that you click here and find this! 

After that, click on Professional Learning Guide and choose pathway A, B, or pick from either or both! 

Spend some time reading, listening, and watching to learn more about the science of reading! Just click around and have fun! 

A video about science-based reading research will also be posted on the website soon. 

Lexia Core 5 Intervention Program

 No more Waterford! No more Freckle Reading! 

Instead, we have Lexia Core 5 for grades K-5! This is also what interventionists will be using in their groups for students needing a tier 2 or 3 intervention. 

In order to support intervention, students need to be on the computer program, Lexia Core 5, for about 20 minutes a day. This will also be the tier 2 intervention for students NOT in reading intervention with a teacher. 

Isle of Wight County has access to several professional learning opportunities including asynchronous modules, pre-recorded sessions, and the Virginia Live Online Professional Learning Series. (While it may say Core 5 Grades 3-5, it is for K-2 as well.) These sessions are designed to help teachers, tutors, and parents understand how Lexia can support student literacy development, the materials available to support tutoring sessions, how to navigate the myLexia data platform, and how to successfully implement Lexia programs and resources. Each calendar details the specific sessions offered. I encourage you to learn about Lexia’s Core5 student programs. All the resources you need are linked below!

Lexia Professional Learning Series Flyer (with clickable links to calendars): https://view.highspot.com/viewer/667ad8597507b9443770beca

Core5: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vwsj1v6XhAZoGezkvHI2XzeeWldtgOxG/view

We are using Lexia Core 5 because it was approved by VDOE as an intervention program. Other technology programs like Freckle, Dreamscape, Prodigy, and IXL were NOT approved and cannot be used. 

If you are comfortable, start day 1! If you want to learn a bit more, the expectation for use will start on September 30th. 

MyView Learning Letter #17- Savvas & Canvas for Grades 3-5

Savvas has an easy integration with Canvas! All content for grades 3-5 can be pushed through Canvas as the Learning Management System to be used on the Chromebooks. All assessments will be in Canvas. 

If you don't want digital, that's ok! You will have access to print and copy student resources as well. 

Here is a site that gives you more information to prepare. https://sites.google.com/view/savvas-realize-lms-integration/canvas

And of course, more information will be coming in August! :) 

ACE Habits

The process of Datawise introduced me to the ACE habits of mind, where the A stands for a shared commitment to Action, Assessment, and Adjustment; C stands for intentional Collaboration; and E stands for relentless focus on Evidence. 

This year, we will take action and implement a new curriculum. We will assess how it is working this year by having a relentless focus on evidence. Through collaboration, we will adjust if needed. 

VALLSS for All K-2, Some 3

PALS is gone and in with the new, VALLSS. Thankfully, it rhymes so we already know how to say it. All students in grades K-2 will be given VALLSS. Students that are new to VA will be given VALLSS in 3rd grade. 

Here are some things to look at, listen to, watch, and read so you are prepared to administer the new screener in the Fall.  

1) Read the Flyer: VLP - Virginia Literacy Partners Informational Flyer (PDF) This will give an overview about the new screener. 

2) Here is an overview video to build background knowledge. 

3) Complete the Tutorial on the website. Once you login, click professional learning and then tutorials. It will take about 3 hours to complete and you have 30 days to do so. You will get a certificate after passing the quiz at the end that you will upload into Frontline. More information about signing up for the course in Frontline will be shared when you return in August. 

4) Finally, check out these resources for families.  https://literacy.virginia.edu/virginia-literacy-partnership-updates

In this tutorial, you will see some of these images that I thought were important to share again.

More specific information will be shared in August. If you are like me, have your email open, address one to me, and send me your questions! I will do my best to get them answered for you! 

MyView Learning Letter #15 - Why HQIM & SOR?

But before why, let's start with what does HQIM and SOR stand for? 

HQIM = high quality instructional materials

SOR = Science of Reading 

Now that we have gotten that out of the way, "Asking all educators to center their daily instruction in the new instructional materials can be a big change. We must build a common understanding of why this change is necessary with classroom educators, school leaders, and community members. Below are some of the key messages that should be shared with stakeholders to build their understanding of, and investment in, HQIM change." from VDOE Implementation Playbook, page 26

Key Message #1:

HQIM adoption supports our vision and helps us achieve our goals. 

Key Message #2:

 HQIM impacts student learning because it is based on science-based reading research (SBRR).

Key Message #3:

HQIM provides consistency and equal opportunities for learning for EVERY student in EVERY classroom. Adopting a single, coherent curriculum across schools will mean that all students are held to the same expectations and effectively experience the adopted Standards of Learning. 

Key Message #4:

By adopting and using HQIM, teachers will have consistent access to high-quality, grade-level content, and they will no longer spend significant time searching for or creating materials for daily lessons. Instead, teachers can use their new materials to focus on the needs of their students and creating instructional experiences grounded in materials and supports tailored to their needs. 

So...throughout this school year, you will about MyView Literacy by Savvas that is built on the Science of Reading (SOR). Read more about SOR here.

 

IWCS Literacy Vision and Goals

Implementing MyView Literacy by Savvas will help us achieve our vision! Want to learn more about our goals and how we will monitor them? Read here. 

 

Coffee Chats (In-Person or Virtual)

If you have questions or want to talk about ANYTHING related to literacy, books, the VLA, MyView...you have two options to imbibe and discuss. :) 

1) Come visit me at Cure on the following dates and times. 

July 11 from 9:00-10:30 a.m.

July 15 from 3:00-4:30 p.m.

July 23 from 11:00-12:30 p.m.

2) Jump on a zoom to chat at the following dates and times. 

July 1 from 10:00-11:00 a.m. 

July 18 from 3:00-4:00 p.m. 

July 24 from 8:00-9:00 a.m.

Division Literacy Plan for 24-25 SY

Each division has to submit a literacy plan to VDOE describing our vision, our professional learning plan, what curriculum was chosen, what we will assess, how we will monitor progress, and how we will involve families. Read to find out what was approved by our school board.