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ANCHOR CHARTS

Anchor charts support instruction when they are created together with students. They make both student-thinking and teacher-thinking visible. Many anchor charts were interative, which are perfect for formative assessment. Two-column notes were frequently used and modeled by teachers.

AVID

It's evident that AVID components are just a part of Renner. They were visible in all classrooms

"I can/will" statements were written in student friendly language and checkmarks were visible to indicate subjects that were complete for the day
Schedules posted, many included both digital and analog times
AVID planners and binders are utilized
Desk and backpack expectations were clearly communicated
Students were writing and notetaking in their journals
Collaboration via Kagan structures
One-pagers
Organization of items

CURIOSITY

Classrooms had activities or bulletin boards tied to the buiding theme of igniting curiosity.

GOALS and DATA TRACKING

Setting goals helps students to take action and can encourage students to develop critical thinking skills, new problem solving techniques, and a better understanding of how to overcome issues. Data tracking helps students see their progress over time.

INSTRUCTION

Teachers were instructing in whole class, small group and individual settings. Instruction was rigorous and engaging, with teachers asking questions that promoted critical thinking. Teachers communicated the expectations verbally and visually. Instruction was aligned between sections in most grade levels. Park Hill curriculum is being followed and resources support the learning standards.

LEARNING

Students were engaged and assignments were hands-on. When asked, students were able to verbally share the learning goals and explain what they were doing on assignments.

SEL

The classroom environment is one of the most important factors that affects student learning. SEL components were incorporated in all classrooms, as well as student ownership.