Secondary English Weekly #19
Issue Nineteen / January 21-25, 2019
THE ENGLISH DEPARTMENT CHAIR MEETINGS HAVE A NEW LOCATION!!
The January English Chair Meeting will happen THIS Wednesday, January 23rd, from 3:30pm-5:30pm in Room 120 at Southland Center, 3700 South High Street. If you are an English Chair, please make the adjustment on your calendars. The rest of the meetings for the school year will be moved to this location.
REGISTER NOW FOR THE 2019 CCS DISTRICT POETRY SLAM AND POETRY SLAM RETREAT!
The 2019 CCS District Poetry Slam will be held on Saturday, April 13, 5-9p.m. at Eastmoor Academy High School. Download and Complete this POETRY SLAM REGISTRATION to get your school into the competition! Full information about competing is included on the Registration. Schools do not have to have a full team in order to compete.
The Deadline to Register is March 8th. After the March 8th deadline, we will open up the slam to other districts in central Ohio. Please send your registration and $25 entry fee to Slam Coordinator Wyk McGowan at Eastmoor Academy and Contact him with any questions. 614.804.5535 or wmcgowan8259@columbus.k12.oh.us.
Poetry Slam Retreat to Spruce Run: Secondary English Curriculum is planning a poetry slam team-building and writing field trip to Spruce Run on February 28th. Please complete this Spruce Run Google Form as soon as possible (by February 8th at the latest) and note on your registration if your team will attend this field trip so that we may get the buses ordered asap. If your team is not fully formed by the date of the retreat, know that you are still welcome to attend with potential team members.
POETRY OUT LOUD REGISTRATION AND WORKSHOP
TIME TO REGISTER YOUR HIGH SCHOOL FOR POETRY OUT LOUD
The registration for the Poetry Out Loud National Recitation Contest is OPEN NOW. Go to oac.ohio.gov/poetryoutloud for more information and to register. Poetry Out Loud encourages students to learn about great poetry through memorization and recitation. This program helps students master public speaking skills, build self-confidence, and learn about literary history and contemporary life. Poetry Out Loud uses a pyramid structure that starts at the classroom level. Winners advance to a school-wide competition, then to a regional and/or state competition, and ultimately to the National Finals. Each winner at the state level receives $200 and an all-expenses-paid trip with an adult chaperone to Washington, DC, to compete for the national championship. The state winner's school receives $500 for the purchase of poetry books. The first runner-up in each state receives $100, with $200 for his or her school. A total of $50,000 in awards and school stipends is awarded annually at the National Finals.To remind yourself of the scope of the contest, get information on the national program at poetryoutloud.org.
-A Poetry Out Loud workshop will be held on Tuesday, January 29th from 4:30-6:30pm at Wild Goose Creative to help teachers organize Poetry Out Loud in their schools. To
MLK READINGS FROM COMMONLIT
In honor of MLK Day, you can assign your students an inspiring text written by or about the esteemed Dr. King. Explore the texts below celebrating his life, achievements, and legacy on CommonLit. You and your students access CommonLit through Clever to assign, download, and complete assignments.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Changing America by Barbara Radner Grades 5-6 This informational text outlines Dr. King's accomplishments and leadership in America.
RFK's Speech Following the Death of MLK by Senator F. Kennedy Grades 7-8 In this speech, Senator Robert F. Kennedy encourages the nation to unite and heal following the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
I Have a Dream Speech by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Grades 9-10 In this famous speech, Dr. King talks about the discrimination experienced by African Americans and his hopes for future equality.
Martin Luther King, Jr. by UShistory.org Grades 7-8 This informational text discusses the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his lasting contributions to the Civil Rights Movement.
Letter from Birmingham Jail by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Grades 9-10 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. outlines his nonviolent approach to addressing injustice while responding to criticism.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Nobel Acceptance Speech by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Grades 11-12
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. accepts the Nobel Peace Prize for his contributions to the Civil Rights Movement.
AYN RAND BOOK GIVEAWAY AND CONTEST
Every year, the Ayn Rand Institute makes Ayn Rand’s most engaging and thought-provoking novels, Atlas Shrugged, The Fountainhead and Anthem, available to teachers . . . at no cost! So far, more than 50,000 teachers have introduced their students to these classic, best-selling novels—and you can do the same!
Ordering your FREE books is simple:
- Login or create an account on aynrand.org
- Select the novel(s) you’d like to receive
- Commit to teaching the book and Click “Submit”
- Receive your free books and lesson guides!
Important Note: Supplies are limited and they prioritize shipments to classrooms participating in our essay contests.The Annual Essay Contests Offer Over $71,000 in Scholarship Money. CONTEST INFO HERE. Thousands of teachers who participate in the free books program use the novel-based essay contests as a classroom assignment. It’s a natural extension of the classroom experience that
- builds upon what students have learned,
- encourages critical thinking and
- provides the opportunity to win college cash!
Still Have Questions? Don’t hesitate to email: essays@aynrand.org.
NATIONAL AFRICAN AMERICAN READ-IN
The National African American Read-In is the nation’s first and oldest event dedicated to diversity in literature. It was established in 1990 by the Black Caucus of the National Council of Teachers of English to make literacy a significant part of Black History Month. This initiative has reached more than 6 million participants around the world.
Consider hosting an event for the 2019 African American Read-In during the month of February. It is easy. You just pick works by African Americans and read them. Think about including students, faculty, parents, community members, etc. Be sure to get it counted! After your event, submit the 2019 Participation Form by March 15, 2019 noting what you read and how many people were part of your Read-In. To learn more, go to http://www2.ncte.org/get-involved/african-american-read-in/.
Did You Know That CCS is looking for more Substitutes?
Columbus City Schools is looking for great Substitute Teachers
If you have a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university, you could be a Substitute Teacher in Columbus City Schools. During this busy time of the year, our District is in constant need of great Substitute Teachers. New Substitute Teachers earn $95.00 a day to start and go up to $110.00 a day after 40 days. Certificated Substitute Teachers earn $125.00 a day. And if you are Retired CCS Substitute Teachers who has maintained a standard or permanent licensure, you can earn $140.00 a day.
There are a few requirements before you can be a new Substitute Teacher. You’ll need:
- Minimum Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college/university. (Must provide original transcript)
- Clear pre-employment FBI/BCI screening ($46.00 cost)
- Obtain a short or long term teacher certificate from the Ohio Department of Education (click here to learn how to apply)
- Complete our District’s new hire onboarding and orientation.
If you’re ready to become a Substitute Teacher, simply click here and go to our Human Resources webpage. And if you have questions, contact subservices@columbus.k12.oh.us for any additional information.
STANDARDIZED TEST PREP LESSONS FOR AIR SUCCESS USING THE READ METHOD
THIS WEEK'S LESSON: January 24, 2019 (Conclusions 1)
-If you have missed any of the lessons released thus far from September and October, they are available below and on the ELA 6-12 Webpage, at the "Thursday Standardized Test Prep" Quick Link. These lessons are based upon the CCS 2018 AIR Data Report and its recommended actions simplified in the READ Method for AIR Preparation.
- September 20, 2018 (Complex Text/Text Annotation)
- September 27, 2018 (Complex Text/Word Pyramid & Question Quads)
- October 4, 2018 (Analyzing Questions)
- October 11, 2018 (Analyzing Answers)
- October 18, 2018 (Writing Guide Acronym)
- October 25, 2018 (Passage and Prompt Analysis)
- November 1, 2018 (Finding Evidence)
- November 8, 2018 (Finding Evidence 2)
- November 15, 2018 (Finding Evidence 3)
- November 29, 2018 (Finding Evidence 4)
- December 6, 2018 (Identifying Transitions)
- December 13, 2018 (Adding Transitions)
- December 20, 2018 (Using Transitions)
- January 10, 2019 (Introductions 1)
- January 17, 2019 (Introductions 2)
USE THIS LIST TO GUIDE WHAT YOU DO IN THE CLASSROOM
1-Make close reading of text central to lesson.
2-Structure majority of instruction so all students read grade-level complex texts.
3-Emphasize informational texts from early grades through graduation.
4-Provide scaffolding that does not preempt or replace text.
5-Ask text-dependent questions.
6-Provide extensive research and writing opportunities (claims and evidence).
7-Offer regular opportunities for students to share ideas, evidence, and research.
8-Offer systematic instruction in vocabulary.
9-Provide explicit instruction in grammar and conventions.
10-Cultivate students’ independence
TEACHER CONTESTS AND PD OPPORTUNITIES
OCTELA CONFERENCE REGISTRATION
REGISTRATION is open for OCTELA 2019 which will be held at the Worthington Doubletree Hotel on March 1-2, 2019. Keynote speakers will include Dr. Alfred W. Tatum (Professor/Author/Host of African American Adolescent Male Summer Literacy Institute), Marc Tyler Nobleman (Author), Love, Teach (Teacher/Blogger), and Dave Stuart, Jr. (Teacher/Blogger/Author). The theme this year is Lighting the Fire: Inspiring Creativity in Teaching and Learning. OCTELA Conference Website
DUBLIN LITERACY CONFERENCE
REGISTRATION is open for the 2019 Dublin Literacy Conference which will be held at Dublin Coffman High School on February 23rd from 7:30am-4:40pm. The theme this year is 30 Years: Celebrating Our Stories. Keynote speakers will include Pam Allyn (Scholastic Education), Jason Reynolds* (Author), Bill Bass (ITSE Board of Directors), Hena Khan (Author), and Katherine Sokolowski (Teacher/Podcaster). Dublin Conference Brochure Dublin Conference Website
*See Author Visits section (below) for another chance to see Jason Reynolds in central Ohio.
OSU TEACHER LEADER ENDORSMENT
Columbus City Schools’ Division of Professional Learning & Licensure has partnered with The Ohio State University to offer an opportunity for teachers to earn Ohio’s Teacher Leader Endorsement. A cohort group is being formed to complete the three required courses beginning in Summer 2019 and continuing through Autumn 2019 and Spring 2020. Teachers who meet OSU’s requirements and are accepted into the CCS cohort group will have all Instructional and General Fees (i.e., tuition) paid. Individuals will be responsible for any additional fees for materials, applying to the OSU Graduate School (if not a prior student), and for the cost of OSU’s Tk20 online program (required for all endorsements).
If you are interested in applying for this unique CCS cohort group, please complete the interest form by Friday, February 8, 2019: Teacher Leader Cohort Interest Form
Ohio State will contact interested individuals to follow up on the application process in late March.
Read below for more information about The Ohio State University’s Teacher Leader Endorsement Program:
The Ohio State University’s Teacher Leader Endorsement is tailored to meet the needs of the working professional educator who aspires to serve in leadership roles within their school and district while maintaining their position as a classroom teacher. Individuals holding this qualification are well positioned to support the development of new teachers, lead school improvement initiatives, assist school administrators with professional development activities, and attend to other leadership needs within the school. The Teacher Leader Endorsement will also help to qualify educators for the Lead Professional Educators License, the highest qualification on Ohio’s highest 4-tiered Licensure Structure.
Additionally, a portion of the coursework required for the Teacher Leader Endorsement can be used in other education administration programs including:
· Principal licensure
· Doctoral programs including the PhD and EdD degrees (pending advisor approval)
*Ohio Department of Education requirement: All course-work must be completed after the master’s degree has been awarded*
· Coursework can be completed in one year
· Blended course delivery
· Allows for the opportunity to work and attend school at the same time
· The Ohio Department of Education does not require a test for completion of endorsement
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
· Possess a current Ohio teaching license/certificate
· Have completed four years of successful teaching
· Earned a master’s degree from an accredited institution prior to being admitted to the endorsement program
REQUIRED COURSES (must be taken post-masters in the following sequence):
· Summer 2019: ESEADM 6350 - Introduction to Education Administration
· Autumn 2019: ESTEPL 8421 - Inquiry in Teacher Education
· Spring 2020: ESEADM 7350 - Educational Leadership, Learning and Teaching
Steps to obtain the Teacher Leader Endorsement:
Apply for admission into the Teacher Leader Endorsement Program (at the link above). Successfully complete the three required courses. Coursework must be taken after the master’s degree has been awarded. More information is available on the OSU web site at http://ehe.osu.edu/educational-studies/endorsements/teacher-leader/
TEACH IN TAIWAN
Through a memorandum of understanding with Taiwan’s Ministry of Education, the Ohio Department of Education invites new and experienced licensed elementary and middle school teachers to apply to the Teaching in Taiwan program. The selected educators teach English to students in Taiwan for one academic year. Teaching contracts are from 10 to 11 months, depending on the placement. Each Ohio teacher is paired with a Taiwanese classroom teacher. In addition to providing English language instruction, teachers work with Taiwanese educators to develop curriculum, prepare lesson plans and teaching materials, conduct classes and evaluate student progress. Applications are now being accepted for the 2019-2020 school year. The deadline to apply is Friday, April 5, 2019.
Along with your application, please be prepared to upload the following:
- Recommendation forms from three sources;
- Resume;
- Copy of transcripts (this is needed only if you graduated in the last two years);
- Copy of teaching certificate or license;
- Recent photo of yourself (optional).
Below is more information about this special opportunity.
Please contact Dwight Groce at (614) 387-3200 or dwight.groce@education.ohio.gov with questions about the program.
TEACHINGBOOKS WEBINARS
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AUTHOR VISITS
-Wil Haygood kicks off the 2019 Carnegie Author Series at the Columbus Metropolitan Library on Sunday, Jan. 27. The Columbus-born author of such books as The Butler: A Witness to History and Tigerland will speak in Main Library’s Reading Room at 2 p.m. and then sign copies of his books. Tigerland: 1968-1969: A City Divided, a Nation Torn Apart, and a Magical Season of Healing is the story of Columbus' own East High School Tigers, who won baseball and basketball state championships in the midst of the racial turbulence and segregation of the late 1960s and inspired a community. Register here. You can access all Carnegie Author Series Registrations here.
-Westerville Public Library is bringing Jason Reynolds to their Meet the Author Series at Westerville Central High School Auditorium (7118 Mount Royal Avenue, Westerville, OH 43082) on February 21, 2019 at 7pm. Doors open at 6pm. Book signing at 8pm. Tickets cost $10 for general seating and $5 per student (discount code: student126). Reserve Tickets HERE. Do it now, they are going fast!!
-Cover to Cover Bookstore is bringing New York Times Bestselling author Kwame Alexander to Upper Arlington Public Library on Monday, April 8, 2019 from 6:30-8:30pm! Online registration is required for this event and will begin in late March on the UAPL Website or the Upper Arlington Facebook Event Page. This event will be held in the main library's atrium, which accommodates approximately 200 guests.
-Grandview Heights Public Library Foundation and Gramercy Books Bexley will welcome Celeste Ng to the Grandview Heights High School Auditorium on May 13th at 7pm. The link to get tickets will be added soon on the Foundation Website.
-Gramercy Books Bexley will host several authors at it's 2424 E. Main Street, Bexley, OH 43209 location in the next few months. You can find the complete list and ticket registrations here: Gramercy Book Events. Of special interest are some former CCS teachers on March 27th at 7pm: Join award-winning poets Sandy Feen and Rikki Santer read from their latest collections. Feen’s Fragile Capacities: School Poems, highlights her 32-year teaching career in an urban school system. Santer’s Dodge, Tuck, Roll is filled with poems that slow us down and speed us up with puns, formal patterns, keen insights, and striking images. Both authors are former CCS teachers!
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