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Course Description

This professional development course is designed for educators in the Coeur d'Alene School District who wish to deepen their understanding of essential standards in elementary mathematics. Participants will engage in a comprehensive analysis of the State of Idaho's essential standards and apply the REAL method to identify critical benchmarks for their district. Through collaborative discussions and data analysis, educators will learn how to leverage assessment data from ISATs, ISAT interims, iReady, and classroom evaluations to make informed decisions regarding essential standards, curriculum and instruction.

Throughout the course, participants will develop a minimum of two proficiency scales for each grade level, exploring the Standards for Mathematical Practice and their implications for effective instructional strategies. This course emphasizes collaboration and communication with fellow educators, fostering a shared understanding and agreement on essential standards in the district.

Learner Outcomes

Students will be able to:

  • Analyze State of Idaho determined essential standards for elementary math.
  • Use the RrEAL (Readiness, rigor, endurance, assessment, and leverage) method to determine essential standards for Coeur d'Alene School District Elementary Math.
  • Analyze district assessment data from ISATs, iReady, iStation (the IRI), and classroom assessments to inform decisions about essential standards.
  • Develop a minimum of two proficiency scales per grade level for Elementary Math.
  • Examine the Standards for Mathematical Practice and explain how they influence our instructional practices.
  • Collaborate and communicate with educators across the district to hear multiple perspectives and develop agreement and understanding of the work.

Prerequisites

Must be a CDA School District Employee.

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Section Title
Spring 2025 CDA SD Elementary Math Design Team
Type
Discussion
Dates
Jan 17, 2025 to Apr 18, 2025
Course Fee(s)
Educator PD credit (1 units) $60.00
Available for Credit
1 units
Drop Request Deadline
14 days after enrollment
Instructors
  • Katie Graupman
Section Notes

Participants will earn a total of 15 PD contact hours upon completion of the course. These hours will be met through interactive workshops, collaborative group activities, and individual work sessions designed to ensure hands-on application of the concepts discussed.

Schedule:

  • January 17 (7 hours): Full day PD. Finalize essential standards work, plan cross district collaboration, and address integration of resources.

    February 14 (4 hours): Cross-district collaboration: Share essential standards, rationales and supporting curriculum documents, and gather feedback from teachers across the district.

    March 7 (2 hours): Review feedback from cross district collaboration, tune, and begin building proficiency scales.

    April 18 (2 hours): Continue building proficiency scales and plan cross-district collaboration for May 16.

Contact: Katie Graupman, kgraupman@cdaschools.org.

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