In this issue of the Instructional Minute, we will explore look-fors for component 1C (setting instructional outcomes).

Instructional outcomes must be clear and stated in terms of student learning rather than student activity: "What will students learn as a result of the instructional engagement?" not "What will students do?" For example, "Students will know the distinction between different trees on the school's property" is a statement of an outcome, whereas "Students will take a walking tour of the school grounds" states an activity.

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Please see the attached document for information on district adopted curricular tools by grade level. If you are having problems accessing any of these materials, please reach out to your building administrator.

Having a hard time navigating the District's website to find the pacing guides? Check out our helpful "How To" below! Hyperlinks are imbedded in the PDF for easier navigating.

Clever is our digital classroom and single-sign on (SSO portal). It automatically adds student rosters to our digital curriculum programs. It allows everyone to sign on to programs with just a click. No more remembering dozens of usernames and passwords, or sharing out class codes to get students onto LSD educational programs. You can also customize your digital classroom to engage with students and families.

If you are having trouble accessing your online curriculum it might be one of these two things:

1. It may be that that subject area section has not been assigned to you in Synergy. Reach out to your building administrator/school secretary for assistance with assigning those sections to you in Synergy.
2. Your Google account may be defaulting to a personal Google email account. Please also check that when you are logging in that you are on your district assigned Google account and not your personal account. We are finding that sometimes when attempting to log in, it defaults to personal Google accounts.

• Make sure you inform your administrator.
• A Google Form has been shared with each principal for them to enter any needs for their staff.
• The Google Form is reviewed daily so we can get you the materials you need as soon as possible!

Below you can find the new, updated required instructional minutes by grade level and content area. Each grade level also includes a sample schedule.

Teachers are encouraged to monitor student progress regularly using formative assessments and adjust pacing as needed based on classroom data. However, teachers should aim to stay within two weeks of the pacing outlined in the guides to maintain alignment with district-wide goals.

The documents attached outline K-8 curricular resources, standards and pacing. This can also be found by clicking here on the LSD website.

The document attached outlines 9-12 curricular resources, standards and pacing. This can also be found by clicking here on the LSD website.

The MDE is accepting nominations for the 25-26 Michigan Teacher of the Year until September 25, 2024. Nominating a teacher is quick and easy, and can be submitted by students, parents, coworkers and school community members through the online nomination form.

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