APPENDIX A - TEM Summer Support Courses TEM Component: Teaching and Learning Framework Observations

Type of Support Course Description TEM Deep Dive Observation of Practice Would you like to learn ways to increase your TEM score? Participants will receive an overview of the MCS Framework to understand how TEM Observation levels are calculated. Specific strategies to improve scores will be shared by MCS Level 5 Teachers. Understanding Your TEM Score Observation of Practice Participants will receive an overview of TEACH and CLE data to understand how TEM levels are calculated. Teachers will be able to ask specific questions about data on the individualized TEM Summative report. Specific strategies to improve scores will be shared. Summer Intensive Support Teachers will be invited to participate in this ground-breaking cycle of support to absolutely prepare for a new school year that is destined to be filled with effective teaching and learning. Within this cycle, teachers will receive No-Nonsense Nurturer classroom management training, assistance with planning an effective lesson that meets all TEM expectations, a video-recorded teaching experience that will be used for reflection and a feedback session with partners from The New Teacher Project. After completing one cycle, teachers may be given suggestions for more support activities based on the individual's level of success. Great Teaching, Great Feedback Project Participants will use the Teachscape REFLECT cameras to capture authentic teaching. After the video is uploaded, participants will share with a mentor from The New Teacher Project who will provide individualized feedback based on the video. Teachers will review the feedback and implement suggestions to adjust professional practice. TEM 2.0 New Domains, Revised Indicators, and More! Participants will discuss revised indicators for domains that were scored in the 2011-2012 school year. Staff members from the Department of Teacher Talent and Effectiveness will explore indicators in the MCS Framework for new domains (Plan / Reflect & Adjust) that will be scored in the 2012-2013 school year. Participants will also explore TEM 2.0 Summative reporting. Teachers and administrators are encouraged to attend. AVATAR Code 12253.14487 Date June 12 Time
3 4PM

12246.14480

June 5

3:30 4:30 PM 3:30 4:30 PM TBD

12262.14496

June 26 Cycle 1 starts June 11. Cycle 2 starts June 25. Cycle 3 starts July 9. N/A

12263.14497

N/A

12256.14490

July 10 July 11 July 12 July 17 July 18 July 19 July 24 July 25

Two sessions each day 9AM12PM 1PM 4PM

TEM Component: Student Perception (TRIPOD) Results

Type of Support Course Description TEM Deep Dive Student Perception Survey Would you like to learn ways to increase your TEM score? Participants will receive an overview of The Seven C's and TRIPOD data to understand how TEM levels are calculated. Specific strategies to improve scores will be shared by MCS Level 5 Teachers. AVATAR Code 12254.14488 Date May 23 Time
3 4PM

Understanding Your TEM Score TRIPOD Data Each year, MCS will administer the TRIPOD survey to students in order to gather insights about their classroom experiences. Questions focus on specific observable teaching practices to limit the impact of any subjective student opinions. Participants in this session will receive an overview of the TRIPOD survey to understand how TEM levels are calculated. Teachers will be able to ask specific questions about data on the individualized TEM Summative report. Specific strategies to improve scores will be shared. Great Teaching, Great Feedback Project Participants will use the Teachscape REFLECT cameras to capture authentic teaching. After the video is uploaded, participants will share with a mentor from The New Teacher Project who will provide individualized feedback based on the video. Teachers will review the feedback and implement suggestions to adjust professional practice. TEM Component: Teacher Content Knowledge Type of Support Course Description TEM Deep Dive Teacher Content Knowledge Would you like to learn ways to increase your TEM score? Participants will receive an overview of Teacher Content Knowledge measurements and how TEM levels are calculated. Specific strategies to improve scores will be shared by MCS Level 5 Teachers. Understanding Your TEM Score Teacher Knowledge Teacher knowledge is measured according to one of several possible assessments or activities. Each teacher selects a measure from a menu of options recommended by the Teacher Evaluation Working Group. Participants will receive an overview of Teacher Knowledge data to understand how TEM levels are calculated. Teachers will be able to ask specific questions about data on the individualized TEM Summative report. Specific strategies to improve scores will be shared. Great Teaching, Great Feedback Project Participants will use the Teachscape REFLECT cameras to capture authentic teaching. After the video is uploaded, participants will share with a mentor from The New Teacher Project who will provide individualized feedback based on the video. Teachers will review the feedback and implement suggestions to adjust professional practice.

12247.14481

June 6

3:30 4:30 PM 3:30 4:30 PM

June 27

12263.14497

N/A

N/A

AVATAR Code 12255.14489

Date June 22

Time
3 4PM

12248.14482

June 7

3:30 4:30 PM 3:30 4:30 PM

June 28

12263.14497

N/A

N/A

TEM Component: Student Growth and Achievement (TVAAS) Type of Support Course Description TEM Deep Dive TVAAS Data Would you like to learn ways to increase your TEM score? Participants will receive an overview of TVAAS growth data and TVAAS achievement data to understand how TEM levels are calculated. Specific strategies to improve scores will be shared by MCS Level 5 Teachers. AVATAR Code 12252.14486 Date June 11 Time
3 4PM

Understanding Your TEM Score TVAAS Data Participants will receive an overview of TVAAS growth data and TVAAS achievement data to understand how TEM levels are calculated. Teachers will be able to ask specific questions about data on the individualized TEM Summative report. Specific strategies to improve scores will be shared. Great Teaching, Great Feedback Project Participants will use the Teachscape REFLECT cameras to capture authentic teaching. After the video is uploaded, participants will share with a mentor from The New Teacher Project who will provide individualized feedback based on the video. Teachers will review the feedback and implement suggestions to adjust professional practice. Summer Intensive Support Teachers will be invited to participate in this ground-breaking cycle of support to absolutely prepare for a new school year that is destined to be filled with effective teaching and learning. Within this cycle, teachers will receive No-Nonsense Nurturer classroom management training, assistance with planning an effective lesson that meets all TEM expectations, a video-recorded teaching experience that will be used for reflection and a feedback session with partners from The New Teacher Project. After completing one cycle, teachers may be given suggestions for more support activities based on the individual's level of success.

1224.14479

June 4

3:30 4:30 PM 3:30 4:30 PM N/A

June 25

12263.14497

N/A

12262.14496

Cycle 1 starts June 11. Cycle 2 starts June 25. Cycle 3 starts July 9.

TBD

General Support for All Teachers Type of Support Course Description TEM 2.0 New Domains, Revised Indicators, and More! Participants will discuss revised indicators for domains that were scored in the 2011-2012 school year. Staff members from the Department of Teacher Talent and Effectiveness will explore indicators in the MCS Framework for new domains (Plan / Reflect & Adjust) that will be scored in the 2012-2013 school year. Participants will also explore TEM 2.0 Summative reporting. Teachers and administrators are encouraged to attend. AVATAR Code 12256.14490 Date July 10 July 11 July 12 July 17 July 18 July 19 July 24 July 25 May 23 May 24 May 25 Time
Two sessions each day 9AM12PM 1PM 4PM 9AM 12PM

TEM Summative Support Conference Participants will need to bring their copy of the TEM Summative Report to the meeting to share with a coach who is knowledgeable about the TEM Components. This coach will assist with understanding the data that is measured in the report. The coach will suggest opportunities over the summer that will positively impact the TEM for the next school year. The teacher and coach will collaborate on next steps for support. *Please note: This support is available for all teachers, regardless of experience, level, position, or school. Coaches will be available from 9:00 AM until 12:00 PM on each of the three days. This support is BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. Please call 416-7968 to schedule an appointment. No-Nonsense Nurturer Program Kick-Off The No-Nonsense Nurturer classroom management model was researched and created by Lee Canter. Through a pilot program that began in the spring of 2011, Memphis City Schools teachers and coaches were able to determine that this method is effective in Memphis

12251.14485

12250.14484

May 22 May 23 May 24 May 25

3 4PM 1 2PM 1 2PM 1 2PM

classrooms. Now, teachers are able to complete the course online to read the research and view videos that will empower them to develop a culture of achievement in their own classrooms. At this session, teachers will learn about the pilot program, the basic steps of the model, and how to progress through the online course. All teachers who complete this program will be eligible for real-time coaching support from district coaches. The process for participating in coaching will be explained at this meeting. Reflective Practice Support Type of Support Course Description Reflective Practice Mentor Support Collaboration enhances teaching. When teachers discuss teacher moves and strategies, understanding is enhanced, and teachers feel bettersupported. Teachers are encouraged to work collaboratively to reflect on lessons that have been taught in order to improve future re-teaching. To earn credit for this activity, teachers who meet together must use the Teachscape REFLECT camera or other camera to record collaboration session. The video should be uploaded and shared with Jennifer Chandler (chandlerjc@mcsk12.net) to ensure that proper credit is given. Make sure that your video captures specific discussion that reflects on teaching and learning and adjustments that will be made in future lessons. As a guide, it is suggested that participants refer to the TEM Framework in the domain "Reflect and Adjust." Reflective Practice Video Review Reflective practice is enhanced when participants use concrete evidence as the basis of discussion. Colleagues who share video, add comments, and adjust strategies of teaching should email Jennifer Chandler at chandlerjc@mcsk12.net for one hour of professional development credit. Participants may be asked to share video evidence with Jennifer Chandler to confirm participation. ORP: Reflective Practice and Your PLC Are you interested in receiving on-demand, differentiated teacher support? Why not work with your close team of colleagues to examine instruction via video capture, student work samples, student assessment data, or other pieces of concrete evidence! If you work with your colleagues to reflect and adjust your practice during a PLC, email Jennifer Chandler at chandlerjc@mcsk12.net. Be sure to describe your discussion with details, your process for reflection, and your next steps based on your discussion with coaches and/or colleagues. Teachers who choose to capture the reflective practice using the Teachscape REFLECT camera and share the video with Jennifer Chandler will receive two hours of PD credit. ORP: The Reflective Practitioner What is reflective practice? What steps should a teacher take to ensure effective implementation of reflective practice? Who should be involved in reflective practice? What does reflective practice look like in a PLC? Why should I bother to reflect and adjust my practice? How does participating in reflective practice affect the elements of my TEM? These questions and more will be answered and explored. AVATAR Code 12259.14493 Date N/A Time N/A

12258.14492

N/A

N/A

12265.14499

N/A

N/A

12266.14500

May 23 June 7 July 10 July 24

9-11 AM 9-11 AM 9-11 AM 9-11 AM