Middle School Week
supporting the young adolescent
Summer is a great time to recharge and reflect!
Bring your teammates to the first ever professional development geared specifically for middle level educators in Hickory Public Schools! Attend all three days and receive one technology CEU and one Literacy CEU. This is a total of 2 total continuing education units.
Take advantage of the time to plan with your team. With limited planning days prior to the start of school, you can use this time to get ahead!
Be sure to secure your spot! Sign up on SEA System
1. Middle School Week participants who are attending all 3 days – Activity number 11-186
2. Middle School Week participants who are attending Day 1 only – Activity number 11-187
3. Middle School Week participants who are attending Day 2 only – Activity number 10-80
4. Middle School Week participants who are attending Day 3 only – Activity number 7-52
Event Information
Setting the Stage in the Middle: What is the Middle School Concept?
Day one at Grandview Middle will focus on the aspects that make middle schools unique places to support young adolescents. Come with your teammates to plan strategies you will use next year to facilitate teaching and learning. Sessions will address adolescent development, Middle School Concept, and effective teaming. Bring your teammates!
When?
Tuesday, Jul 9, 2013, 09:00 AM
Where?
Grandview Middle School
Bright Futures #1 The Unique Developmental Needs of Middle Grades Students
Event Information
Instructional Supports to Engage Young Adolescents: 21st Century Teaching and Learning
Day two at Northview will focus on the aspects of middle level education that are engaging and supportive for student learning. Topics for this day will include digital teaching and learning, effective advisory programs, Breaking Ranks in the Middle, and a block of time for teams to plan. Encourage your teammates to join you for this time to prepare for the fall.
When?
Wednesday, Jul 10, 2013, 09:00 AM
Where?
Northview Middle School, 28th Avenue Northeast, Hickory, NC
Event Information
The Faces of our Students: Who is in my class?
The morning of day three will be devoted to teams working in their buildings. Knowing student needs is central to success for any teacher. Teachers will spend this time investigating student data and planning supports to help all students find success. The afternoon will be devoted to content area sessions and instructional strategies that work!
When?
Thursday, Jul 11, 2013, 09:00 AM
Where?
Northview and Grandview MIddle Schools
What Teachers Do During the Summer