The Coaches' Corner
January 2017
Stepping up for ISTEP!
ISTEP is just around the corner, and I know that you are all busily doing everything you can to prepare your students. Keep in mind that your coaches are here to help. We are a resource, an extra set of hands, a sounding board, a shoulder to cry on, and the list goes on. We are here for whatever you need, and we are thrilled to help, so don't hesitate to ask!
What is the difference between Guided Reading and Leveled Literacy Intervention (LLI)?
Here is a great article by Fountas & Pinnell about the differences between Guided Reading & LLI.
The Ins and Outs of GO Math!
Here is a great resource about GO Math from teachers who are in their 4th year of it.
http://appleoftheireye.blogspot.com/2015/10/the-ins-and-outs-of-go-math-post-1-of-4.html
Shout Outs!
This letter moved me to tears. A student is working hard and knows he/she can do it!
A big thanks to Ben M. for letting me crash Star Lab! Wow! Has it ever changed in ... well, let's just says that it has changed a lot since the last time I saw it!
What a great job all three schools did in the Kindness Challenge!
Contact me
Kate Swininger, Instructional Coach
Eastview, Grandview, & Maplewood Elementary Schools
Fayette County School Corporation
Connersville, IN 47331
Email: kswininger@fayette.k12.in.us
Website: http://fcscinstructionalcoaches.weebly.com
Phone: 765-825-2981