Summer Learning Opportunities
GCISD - 2015
Chart your own course...
With our new model for professional learning, you take ownership of your own learning to determine the offerings that best meet your needs. In this SMORE, you'll find links to information from every content-area department within GCISD. Browse the links below and determine how these offerings will help support your Professional Learning Plans.
English/Language Arts
This summer, English/Language Arts teachers will find information on local offerings related to the Common Instructional Expectations, SpringBoard, Workshop instruction, and some extra special learning in the "Above and Beyond" conference in July. Additionally, this flyer includes info related to AP Summer Institutes and Region 11 courses that support our department.
Mathematics
The recent changes in Math TEKS have led to many new learning opportunities (for students AND for teachers). Take some time this summer to become better equipped to meet students' needs and get ahead of the game for the 2015-16 school year.
Science
Opportunities abound for learning about science this summer. Participate in unique content opportunities and consider joining the conversation on vertical alignment. This is an exciting time to be a part of the science department in GCISD.
Social Studies
One of the main goals with local offerings in Social Studies this year will be to strengthen the bridge of Humanities that links the disciplines of ELA and SS. In addition to the Humanities collaboration opportunities that are a spotlight of the June offerings, there are many other opportunities both in and out of the district for teachers to sharpen their social studies saw.
Advanced Academics
Meeting the needs of gifted and advanced students requires special insights about these unique learners. This summer's opportunities are designed to help prepare staff members to understand and continually challenge students whose education needs to look a bit different.
Instructional Technology
Once again, GCISD leads the way in providing incredible technology learning opportunities to teachers. What will you learn this summer that will help you to stay a few steps ahead of your students and help you to find more engaging ways to design instruction? Check out this vast menu of choices and get ready for the adventure!
Project Based Learning
Whether you're new to PBL or you're ready to go further, these offerings can help build your skills.
GCISD Curriculum and Instruction Department
Dr. John Doughney, Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction
Jodi Cox, Director of World Languages
Jennifer Hylemon, Director of Mathematics
Becky Manning, Director of Advanced Academics and AVID
Dr. Suzanne Newell, Director of Humanities
Tony Zahn, Director of Science and Instructional Technology
Website: http://www.gcisd-k12.org/Domain/41
Phone: 817-251-5513