2012-13 Webinar Series, Part 4: CCSS Systems for District/School Leaders

2012-13 Webinar Series, Part 4:

CCSS Systems for District/School Leaders

A Focus on Communications and the Smarter Balanced

Digital LibraryMay 23, 2013

Materials Posted Online: PowerPoint Presentation Handout 1: WA CCSS

Implementation and Resources Handout 2: CCSS System-ELA-

Math Articles Handouts 3: CCSS SBAC Hot Topic

Brief

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Agenda and Materials:

Welcome! State Context and Key Timelines

CCSS, NGSS, Smarter Balanced Digital Library

Implementing the CCSS New and updated resources

Communicating the CCSS Survey results, key messages, resources

CCSS Systems Webinar 2012-13.Pt.4.5-23-13

Materials for Today Posted Online: PowerPoint Presentation Handout 1: WA CCSS Implementation

and Resources (Updates April 2013) Handout 2: CCSS System-ELA-Math

Articles Handouts 3: CCSS SBAC Hot Topic

Brief

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OSPI CCSS Quarterly Webinar Series http://www.k12.wa.us/CoreStandards/UpdatesEvents.aspx#Webinar


Year 2 Topics: 2012-13

CCSS Systems for District and Building Leaders

1. September 2012: Recap / State Context / Resources / Where to Start / Professional Learning Systems

2. December 2012: The Basics for School Boards3. March 2013: Focus on Instructional Materials /

Principal Leadership4. May 2013: Focus on Communications and

Smarter Balanced Digital Library

CCSS-M Content for Leaders and Cross-Content Teams

1. September 2012: Recap / Math Shifts and Resources

2. December 2012: Diving into the Math Shifts for Elementary

3. March 2013: Diving into the Math Shifts for Middle School

4. May 2013: Diving into the Math Shifts for High School

CCSS-ELA for Leaders and Cross-Content Teams

1. September 2012: Recap / ELA Shifts and Resources

2. December 2012: Diving into ELA and Text Selection / Implications for ELA in History/Social Studies

3. March 2013: Diving into the ELA: A Focus on Evidence in Reading/Writing/Speaking & Listening

4. May 2013: Diving into ELA: Academic Vocabulary and ELA across the Subjects (Science, the Arts, etc.)

http://www.k12.wa.us/CoreStandards/UpdatesEvents.aspx#Webinar



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Before we begin…About You We’d like to know a little about who is out

there.

Time for a poll (one more time…)



State Context and Key Timelines

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What role do learning standards play in your garden?


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The Plan

The Result

Washington’s Path to Education ReformThen: Scattering the Seeds of Reform (1993 – mid-2000’s)


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Now: A More Landscaped Design and Approach with New Growing Conditions


District-directed professional learning

structures

Connected Assessment & Accountability

Systems

Student and School Success

Professional Learning Aligned

to Standards

Educator Effectiveness Systems

Aligned Federal and State Programs

Regional Support Systems (ESDs)

National Board Certification

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Career and College Ready State Learning Standards

for ALL Students

ESEA Flexibility

CAREER AND COLLEGE READY LEARNING STANDARDS FOR K-12

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All students

leave high

school college

and career ready

Vision

Purpose Core Values

Every Washington Student and Educator

Our Purpose: To develop a statewide system with resources that support partners at all levels in

their preparation of ALL educators and ALL students to implement the CCSS.

Washington’s State Learning Goals are the Foundation (HB 1209+; RCW 28A.150.210)


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1. Read with comprehension, write effectively, and communicate successfully in a variety of ways and settings and with a variety of audiences;

2. Know and apply the core concepts and principles of mathematics; social, physical, and life sciences; civics and history, including different cultures and participation in representative government; geography; arts; and health and fitness;

3. Think analytically, logically, and creatively, and to integrate technology literacy and fluency as well as different experiences and knowledge to form reasoned judgments and solve problems; and

4. Understand the importance of work and finance and how performance, effort, and decisions directly affect future career and educational opportunities.

5. Updated in 2011: SSB 5392)

http://apps.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=28A.150.210

Washington’s Reading (2005), Writing

(2005)and Math (2008) Standards

Common Core State Standards for

English Language Arts and Mathematics

Adopted July, 2011Assessed 2014-15

Washington’s K-12 Learning Standards Landscape(CCSS-M, CCSS-ELA, EALRS, GLEs, PEs,)


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Washington’s English Language Development

Standards (2006-ish)

Next Generation English Language Development

Standards (ELA and Math)

Under Development:Drafts Summer 2013

Finals Anticipated in late 2013/Early 2014

Assessment Development (ELPA21):

Beginning 2013-14Anticipated Operational in 2015-

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Washington’s K-12 Learning Standards Landscape, Continued(CCSS-M, CCSS-ELA, EALRS, GLEs, PEs,)


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Learning Standards/Guidelines in:

Social StudiesThe Arts

Health and FitnessWorld Languages

Ed TechEarly Learning and

Development, B-Gr.3

Current Standards Continue

Intentional connections will be made across subjects and

programs focused on building literacy skills across content areas

Washington’s Science Standards (2009)

Current Standards Continue as WA Considers the Next

Generation Science Standards (NGSS)

NGSS Final Spring 2013 Adoption may occur in Summer

2013Assessment of NGSS in

2016-17 or 2017-18.

CCSS and NGSSWashington’s Implementation Phases and Timelines

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2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16 2016-17

Phase 1: CCSS and NGSSExploration

Phase 2: Build Awareness & Begin Building Statewide Capacity

Phase 3: Build Statewide Capacity and Classroom Transitions

Phase 4: Statewide Application and Assessment

Ongoing: Statewide Coordination and Collaboration to Support


Ongoing: Statewide Coordination and Collaboration to Support Implementation (Professional Learning Providers and Partners Across WA )

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Including:• School Districts (

CCSS District Implementation Network) • Higher Education• Education and Educator Content

Associations• Business Partners


Washington

http://www.k12.wa.us/CoreStandards/DistrictProject.aspx

DEVELOPMENTDraft K-12 English Language Arts and Mathematics StandardsReleased for State Input

Summer 2009

WA INVOLVEMENT:Input on working drafts (CCSS Workgroup, 100+ educators)

REVIEW/INPUT

Public ReviewRevision Process

Fall 2009 / Winter/Spring

2010

WA INVOLVEMENT:

- Workgroup input- Statewide survey for input- Comments on Final Drafts

ADOPTIONStates have discretion

to voluntarily adopt CCSS

Finalized June 2010

WA STATUS:- 2010 Provisional Adoption- Statewide Outreach & Input.- June 2011 Bias and Sensitivity Review- July 2011 Formal Adoption

BUILD AWARENESS &

CAPACITYState Collaboration

and Sharing

WA STATUS:- Phase-in support resources and structures starting in 2011-12 school year

TRANSITION &

APPLICATION•Aligned instructional materials and resources

•Aligned Assessment Systems

•Statewide assessment in 2014-15

Washington’s CCSS Involvement & ProcessSummer 2009 to Present


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We are here

http://www.k12.wa.us/corestandards/default.aspx

DEVELOPMENTK-12 Framework for Science EducationNGSS Drafting ProcessConfidential Drafts

Summer 2011

WA INVOLVEMENT:- WA Selected as NGSS Lead State – Fall 2011- Drafting Process – Fall 2011 – Spring 2012- Statewide educator, stakeholder input

REVIEW/INPUTPublic ReviewRevision Process

WA INVOLVEMENT:- Statewide educator, stakeholder input- Student input- National input- Comments on Final Drafts

ADOPTIONStates have discretion to

voluntarily adopt NGSS

Anticipated Final March 2013

WA STATUS:

BUILD AWARENESS &

CAPACITYState Collaboration

and Sharing

WA STATUS:

TRANSITION &

APPLICATION- Intentional transition plans- Alignment of instructional materials and resources- Assessment system adjustments

Washington’s NGSS Involvement & ProcessSummer 2011 to Present


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We are here

http://www.nextgenscience.org/

NGSS Key Next Steps:


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Key next steps once NGSS are finalized Comparisons – external facilitation

Bias and Sensitivity process

Involve / Update key stakeholders – seek support and buy-in Ed. Opportunity Gap Oversight and Accountability

Commission State Board of Education CCSS Steering Committee CARC Education Associations Legislature

NGSS Key Next Steps, cont.


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Transition Planning In context and in conjunction with CCSS 3-year

transition plans and partnerships In light of NGSS shifts In light of the foundations we have to build on

Regional science and STEM activities and supports Math Science Partnerships and other professional

development resources

NGSS Key Next Steps, cont.


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Adoption process and authority Superintendent Dorn has the sole authority to adopt

RCW 28A.655.070, Essential Academic Learning Requirements RCW 28A.655.071, Common Core for ELA and Math RCW 28A.655.068, Science

The following must be considered: Results of comparisons and bias and sensitivity process Stakeholder input Legislative involvement in Spring/Summer 2013

Soonest adoption would be Summer 2013 Transition and implementation supports would initially be

integrated into current CCSS





http://apps.leg.wa.gov/documents/billdocs/2011-12/Pdf/Bills/Session%20Laws/House/1410-S.SL.pdf

http://apps.leg.wa.gov/documents/billdocs/2011-12/Pdf/Bills/Session%20Laws/House/1410-S.SL.pdf


CCSS Implementation in WA – The “What” and the “How”

Resources to launch into 2013-14

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Our guiding beliefs and approach for CCSS Implementation in WA


2-Prongs:1. The What: Content Shifts (for students and

educators) Belief that past standards implementation efforts have

provided a strong foundation on which to build for CCSS; HOWEVER there are shifts that need to be attended to in the content.

2. The How: System “Remodeling” Belief that successful CCSS implementation will not take

place top down or bottom up – it must be “both, and…” Belief that districts across the state have the conditions

and commitment present to engage wholly in this work. Professional learning systems are critical


Shifts in ELA1. Building knowledge through content-rich nonfiction

and informational texts in addition to literature2. Reading and writing grounded in evidence from the

text3. Regular practice with complex text and its academic

vocabularyThese apply to content area (social studies, science, and technical subject) teachers as well as to English teachers.

Shifts in Mathematics1. Focus: 2-3 topics focused on deeply in each grade 2. Coherence: Concepts logically connected from one grade

to the next and linked to other major topics within the grade

3. Rigor: Fluency with arithmetic, application of knowledge to real world situations, and deep understanding of mathematical concepts

The “What”: Common Core ELA and Math Shifts


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CCSS Implementation Timeline – through a district lens

Phase 1: CCSS Exploration

Phase 2: Build Awareness & Begin Building Capacity

Phase 3: Build State & District Capacity and Classroom Transitions

Phase 4: Statewide Application and Assessment

Ongoing: Statewide Coordination and Collaboration to Support Implementation

Where to Start…FIRST: Phase 1 – CCSS Exploration and Awareness

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Among… District leaders and leadership teams Building leaders and building teams

Take the time to immerse yourself in and learn about… The WHY - The background and vision of the CCSS The WHAT - The major CCSS shifts in ELA and Math The HOW –

Our state’s approach toward supporting implementation Emerging resources and support systems


NEXT: Consider Phase 2 within your Building Context

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Start the transition by Setting the Course! Identify a core group of leaders (across grades and

subjects; parents? Community partners?) as a lead CCSS implementation team Take stock of current instructional practices, strengths, and

challenges Establish a shared vision that will guide CCSS implementation with

all students and educators – what will it mean for your district/building?

Develop School-Specific CCSS Transition / Implementation Plans In relation to your district’s overall vision and transition plan Access Achieve and Learning Forward materials to inform

professional learning Establish short and long term goals to begin moving forward



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2012-13 CCSS Implementation Resources & Activities

Opportunities and Resources

CCSS Awareness and Professional Learning Opportunities and Materials (http://www.k12.wa.us/CoreStandards/Resources.aspx)

OSPI CCSS Webinar SeriesPD Offered through all 9 ESDsCCSS District Implementation Network CollaborationsInstructional Materials Quality Considerations & Supports

Assessment System ResourcesSmarter Balanced Released Sample Items / Perf. TasksDynamic Learning Map Assessment Literacy Supports

Teacher-Leader Capacity Building OpportunitiesMath and ELA “Fellows” build capacity around common learning (Spring 2013)

Statewide CCSS CollaborationsEducator Membership AssociationsPublisher Representatives

http://www.k12.wa.us/CoreStandards/Resources.aspx

What should educators be doing to implement CCSS? Use WA 3-year transition plans and resources as a

guide Attend ESD trainings on the CCSS aligned to

transition plan Take time to collaboratively learn the CCSS in the

transition areas Read and re-read the CCSS Look at examples on the Illustrative Math Project webpage Study relevant Progression document Link content standards to the Big Ideas (ELA) and the

Mathematical Practices Understand the relationships between topics and grades Look for opportunities to incorporate the CCSS in the

classroom


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WA Years 1 and 2 Professional Learning Resources: OSPI and ESD Network


http://

www.k12.wa.us/CoreStandards/ProfDev.as

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http://www.k12.wa.us/CoreStandards/ProfDev.aspx



Resources for Considering Instructional Materials


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OSPI Instructional Materials Web Site: http://www.k12.wa.us/CurriculumInstruct/InstructionalMaterialsReview.aspx

OSPI’s Open Educational Resources Project: http://digitallearning.k12.wa.us/oer/

IMPORTANT TO KNOW:From CCSS Developers… CCSS Publisher’s Criteria – ELA and Math (http://engageny.org/resource/publishers-criteria-for-elaliteracy-and-math/)

Going deeper with other states… EQuip Review Rubrics and Process (http://engageny.org/resource/tri-state-quality-review-rubric-and-rating-process/)

These tools can be used to… Inform materials review and adoption process Consider existing materials Facilitate targeted discussions, collaboration, and professional development with

publishers and other providers

http://www.k12.wa.us/CurriculumInstruct/InstructionalMaterialsReview.aspx



http://digitallearning.k12.wa.us/oer/

http://digitallearning.k12.wa.us/oer/

http://engageny.org/resource/publishers-criteria-for-elaliteracy-and-math/

http://engageny.org/resource/tri-state-quality-review-rubric-and-rating-process/

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Additional Resources/Learning Opportunities for Educators


WA-SPECIFIC! Washington’s CCSS District Implementation Network Resources (http://

www.k12.wa.us/CoreStandards/DistrictProject.aspx)

CCSS Implementation Readiness Assessment - http://www.k12.wa.us/CoreStandards/pubdocs/CCSSReadiness5-23-12.pdf

Opportunity for Washington’s Teacher Librarians! Teacher Librarian Cadre, CCSS “Day Camp” – August 2013 http://wlma.org/CCSS

TLC3 training will equip teacher librarians to be key allies in CCSS implementation by providing resources to support their work with teachers and students.TLC3 training will focus on understanding text complexity, reading for information, and strengthening research skills to strengthen student success through school library information and technology programs.

NEW NATIONAL RESOURCES! CCSS Evidence Guides: Common Core-aligned practice made clear (from

Achieve the Core) These tools provide specific guidance for what the CCSS for ELA / literacy and math looks like

in planning and practice. They are designed as developmental tools for teachers and those who support teachers. http://www.achievethecore.org/leadership-tools-common-core/instructional-practice/

“Action Briefs” for Building Leaders (from Achieve, Inc.) Elementary, Secondary, and School Counselors

http://www.achieve.org/publications/implementing-common-core-state-standards-role-school-counselor-action-brief



http://www.k12.wa.us/CoreStandards/pubdocs/CCSSReadiness5-23-12.pdf

http://www.k12.wa.us/CoreStandards/pubdocs/CCSSReadiness5-23-12.pdf

http://wlma.org/CCSS



http://www.achievethecore.org/leadership-tools-common-core/instructional-practice/

http://www.achievethecore.org/leadership-tools-common-core/instructional-practice/

http://www.achieve.org/publications/implementing-common-core-state-standards-role-elementary-school-leader-action-brief

http://www.achieve.org/publications/implementing-common-core-state-standards-role-school-counselor-action-brief


1. What do all students need to know and be able to do as a result of the CCSS?

2. What do the adults in the system need to know and be able to do to support all students?

3. How do we design a

professional learning system

to support them?

The “How”: System Remodeling


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CCSS Assessment System Transitions

Our change to Common Core is at the heart of assessment changes for ELA and Math

NCLB requires states to assess state standards We’ve changed standards so we need to change

assessments What we change to is our choice Smarter Balanced is where we are headed for ELA and Math

IMPT: There are currently no assessment consortia established for Science

Graduation requirements are a state’s choice Supt Dorn is proposing reduced graduation requirements

ESEA Waiver changes expectation that all students are proficient next year (2014) – it gives us more time and more individualized school-based goals

Smarter Balanced Assessment SystemComponents

Common Core State Standards specify

K-12 expectatio

ns for college and

career readiness

All students

leave high

school college

and career ready

Teachers and schools have information and tools

they need to improve

teaching and learning

Interim assessments Flexible, open,

used for actionable feedback

Summative assessments

Benchmarked to college and career

readiness

Teacher resources for

formative assessment

practicesto improve instruction


A Balanced Assessment System

School Year Last 12 weeks of the year*

DIGITAL CLEARINGHOUSE of formative tools, processes and exemplars; released items and tasks; model curriculum units; educator training; professional development tools and resources; scorer training modules; and teacher collaboration tools.

English Language Arts/Literacy and Mathematics, Grades 3-8 and High School

Computer AdaptiveAssessment and

Performance Tasks

Computer AdaptiveAssessment and

Performance Tasks

Scope, sequence, number and timing of interim assessments locally determined

*Time windows may be adjusted based on results from the research agenda and final implementation decisions.

PERFORMANCE TASKS

• ELA/Literacy• Mathematics

Re-take option

COMPUTER ADAPTIVE TESTS

• ELA/Literacy• Mathematics

Optional Interim

Assessment

Optional Interim

Assessment

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Smarter Balanced Timeline – Washington’s Involvement (http://www.k12.wa.us/SMARTER/default.aspx)

OSPI staff involved in workgroups 2010-2014 Teachers involved in item writing Summer/Fall 2012 Sample Released Items and Performance Tasks –

October 2012 (view the OSPI webinar!) Small Scale Trials in Oct/Nov 2012 Pilot in Spring 2013 Practice Test widely available May 29 Comprehensive field test in 2013-14 Operational use in 2014-15

The Digital Library… Work begins late spring 2013

State Network of Educators to be recruited in May 2013 to populate the digital library

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http://www.k12.wa.us/SMARTER/default.aspx

http://www.k12.wa.us/SMARTER/default.aspx

Smarter’s Vision for the Digital Library Provide an online, interactive clearinghouse

with all the formative tools and resources necessary to transform classroom practices to support student success.

Prior to summative assessment, primary focus professional development.

With the summative, data from summative and interim score reports integrated into resources for teachers, students, and parents.


Seamless IntegrationGoals>Data>Action Learning and assessment systems leading to

more informed decision-making and higher quality instruction

Teachers will be integrally involved in formative assessment practices

Over time, students and educators will be able to access online learning plans in order to establish goals and monitor progress in a collaborative fashion.


Digital Library Features

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One Stop: The Digital Library will have links to all test engine systems

through a single sign-on with user permission levels so teachers, parents, and students have access to all of the curriculum and professional learning resources. Assessment literacy Formative assessment resources Links to other resources and other components of the Smarter

online system

Interactive Teacher Space Opportunities to keep journals of practices Key words or phrases in the journals will generate suggested

lists of resources. Record resources consulted and suggest others. Teachers can request resources matched to student assessment

results.


Digital Library Deliverables


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Teaching and Learning Resources for Educators Modules for Grades K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12

Assessment Literacy Modules 144 Assessment Literacy professional learning

modules that include: how to build, administer, score, evaluate, interpret, and

use data from formative, interim, and summative assessments

Includes resources for each grade band that address English Language Learners and Students With Disabilities

Digital Library Deliverables

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Exemplar Instruction Modules 50 instructional modules for each grade band

(Grades K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12)ELA/Literacy – Proposed Modules

Mathematics – Proposed Modules

Balance of Inf. and Literary Text Focus

Literary in the Content Areas Coherence

Increased complexity of text Fluency

Text-Based questions and answers Duel Intensity

Academic Vocabulary Deep Understanding

Writing using evidence Math Practices across various standards

Writing using evidence

(Wireless Generation Response pg. 97)


Deliverables – Exemplar Instruction Modules…each instructional module will: Start by identifying the learning targets for the lesson, which align with

the CCSS in ELA or Math.

Begin lesson with a formative pre-assessment to determine the level of knowledge students have about the learning target. (ASSESS)

Use formative assessment data/information to plan the lesson so that the teacher knows individual students’ needs related to the learning targets. (PLAN)

Provide examples of instruction that can teach the learning target and also meet the needs of diverse learners.(TEACH)

Conclude the lesson with a formative post- assessment whose data will determine the plan for the next lesson (ASSESS)

Contain embedded links to the Digital Library resources, Assessment Literacy modules and glossary, and additional resources as available.

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Deliverables – Exemplar InstructionEach module will show video clips on: Classroom instruction of the learning targets Formative assessment (pre and post instruction) of the learning targets Teacher and student reflections following the lesson The length of each video will be between 1–3 minutes, with the final length

of each module no longer than 15–25 minutes.

Each module will include a Teacher Resource Guide with: Graphic/visual and text versions of the full cycle of instruction using

formative assessment practices; and key CCSS-M/ELA instructional shifts Student work samples (by grade band) from diverse student groups Examples of the writing required in each grade level Evidence gathering tools and techniques (by content and grade band)

including pre-assessments (prior to lesson), post-assessments(following the lesson)

Links to resources on CCSS, formative assessments, appropriate accommodations for CCSS content and meeting needs of diverse learners.Page 42

(Wireless Generation Response pg. 109)CCSS Systems Webinar 2012-

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State Network of Educators (SNE)http://www.k12.wa.us/SMARTER/EducatorInvolvement.aspx


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Overview: 70-100 members per state and a minimum of 2700+ across all governing states

(WA will have 92) Participate in web-based review and feedback cycles to develop (2 year

commitment) Digital Library Application Quality Criteria Policies Inventory of Currently Available Resources Smarter Balanced Professional Learning Resources Educator Training Materials

Identify and recommend additional resources for the Digital Library Disseminate web-based educator training to state professional learning

networks Receive stipends from Contractor

Timeline: Statewide recruitment process in May 2013 – APPLY TODAY! Notifications in early July 2013 Work begins in Summer 2013

http://www.k12.wa.us/SMARTER/EducatorInvolvement.aspx

http://www.k12.wa.us/SMARTER/EducatorInvolvement.aspx

Digital Library High Level Timeline

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Functional Team

Meeting

Survey of Teachers in Consortium

States (as part of recruiting process)

Software Design Feedback from

Functional Team

SLT Training

1(Quality Criteria)

SLT Trainin

g 2

SLT Trainin

g3

SLT Training

5

Comp. Dev.

Strategy

1.0 Releas

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Private Beta During 13/14 SY

1.2 Releas

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• WGEN adds resources • SNEs vet (and submit) resources• SLTs publish vetted resources• SNEs use library and resources• SLTs and SNEs provide feedback on

library and resources

1.1 Relea

se

Open Access to Educators, Parents, Students

• WGEN adds resources • SNEs vet (and submit) resources• SLTs publish vetted resources• SNEs and SNEs use library and resources• SLTs and SNEs provide feedback on library and

resources• SNEs and non-SNEs use library and resources,

following along and providing feedback as the body of content grows over time.

SLT Training

4

Governance

Policies establish

ed

DLRB formed

SNEs On-board

All SLTs formed

SNE Recruitment

First SNE

Training

Vetted Materials Available on the SBAC Public Site

Quality Criteria

approved

AIR Shared

Services Complete


CCSS Implementation in WA:Re-thinking the “How”

Communicating in KEY!!


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“Remodeling” External Communications and Collaborations


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New Statewide Structures CCSS Steering Committee Content Association Collaboration CCSS Communications Advisory (2011-12)

Communications Coalition and Campaign (2012-13 +)

FOR YOU TO CONSIDER:(type responses into Questions/Comments boxes)

What structures do you have/need to support CCSS transitions and communications?

Who are your key audiences for CCSS communications?

What barriers and/or needs to you have to support district / building communications with stakeholders?

CCSS Statewide Steering Committee


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Membership: OSPI leads Key education association representatives (WEA, AESD) School district leaders Key private partners Higher education partners System-focused professional learning partners (Learning Forward

WA)

Purpose: Provide advise and guidance to OSPI on the activities and tools

developed to support districts with CCSS implementation

3-4 meetings/year – engagement with Learning Forward Transforming Professional Learning and ICCS

CCSS Content Association Collaboration


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OSPI convenes 2x/year Leaders from all statewide educator membership

organizations and private partners

Shared learning and action planning focused on: Current, key messages, opportunities, and resources that

support statewide implementation of the ELA and Math CCSS. CCSS professional learning opportunities planned the state’s

professional learning organizations Engagement among state content association leaders around

collective roles and next steps in coordinating / aligning statewide CCSS implementation efforts


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Content Association Discussion and Guiding Questions


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How is your organization thinking about its role in support of the systemic vision and application of the CCSS?

What are your goals for working with other state associations?

Which specific associations do you intend to make connections with and why?

What will the result be?

Shared Learning: Professional Learning Research-to-Practice Brief What might your organization consider to address the gaps that

exist between the last round of standards implementation and our goals for student achievement?

CCSS Communications Advisory and Coalition


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Members: Public Information Officers/Communications Directors from OSPI and key statewide education associations and private partners

Purpose: Calibrate and coordinate statewide messages and communications approaches

2011-12 Developed logo key messages and general presentation materials Developed CCSS Communications Plan2012-13 Define and launch “Ready Washington” Communications

Campaign and Coalition Develop strategies and resources for communicating WA vision

for career and college ready standards/assessments

Common Core Communications CampaignCampaign history/intent 16-month grant to Partnership for Learning & OSPI

awarded in October 2012

Campaign is at 101 level (national/state data shows baseline knowledge of topic/name very low)

Audience is public (parents, educators, lawmakers)

Campaign will build in preparation to more rigorous assessments


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Early/current work Recruited small work team of communicators

OSPI, WEA, North Thurston SD, AWSP, Washington STEM, Stand for Children

Gathered list of all known resources/materials; conversations w/ national partners

Analyzed state landscape for different campaigns Developed and tested messaging Two statewide polls provide baseline

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Common Core Communications Campaign


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Common Core Communications Campaign

Next Steps Finalize branding (Graphics, logo):

THEME: Real Learning for Real Life Form coalition:

Ready Washington Recruit/ask orgs, agencies, companies, people

to sign on Begin producing materials (College Spark WA

grant). Further develop materials and messaging. Work with national partners on resources,

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Extremely Very Somewhat Never Heard

4%7%

31%

55%

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Before today, how familiar were you with Common Core State Standards?

Familiar: 11% Unfamiliar: 86%

WA Common Core Campaign – January 2013 Statewide Survey of Voters

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“Common Core is a different approach to learning, teaching

and testing. Developed and used by 46 states, these standards

provide a deeper understanding of key concepts in math and English-language arts. They

require practical, real-life application of knowledge that

prepares Washington students for success in work and life.”

Support Oppose Don't know

After hearing a bit more, would you say you generally support or oppose

Common Core?

80%

8%13%



Teachers will have more time and flexibility to teach and explore critical topics

They provide consistent learning expectations for all students no matter where they live

They are designed to help students acquire the math and science skills they need to be successful in Washington's

economy

They teach real-life application of knowledge and practical skills students need to be successful in work, college and

life such as problem-solving and communication

Good Reason57

75%

64%

70%

56%

Ranked by % extremely/very good reason

Please tell me if you find each of the following to be a good reason or not a good reason to support [Common Core State Standards and Next

Generation Science Standards].



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WA Common Core Campaign Messages: “What is Common Core?”The Common Core is a set of high learning standards in math and English language arts that are designed to better prepare

students for success in college, work and life.

The standards, which set learning expectations for students at every grade level, have been developed and adopted by 45 states -- unprecedented cooperation in our nation’s history.

At every grade level, parents will have a better idea of what their child is expected to know and how they compare to other students across the nation. Until now, every state had different learning standards. Common Core fixes that and raises the bar for learning -- an approach that will help Washington students

compete for the quality jobs our state has to offer.


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WA Common Core Campaign Messages: “What is Common Core?”Top 3 things you should know about Common Core1. CONSISTENT LEARNING EXPECTATIONS FOR ALL STUDENTS:

Before Common Core, what counted as grade-level work in one state might have been less than average in another, or vice versa. Common Core provides a consistent set of learning standards and expectations for all students so we can truly know how each child is doing in school, no matter where they live.

2. CLEAR STANDARDS THAT FOCUS ON UNDERSTANDING OVER MEMORIZATION: Common Core goes deeper into fewer topics to ensure a greater understanding of key concepts. This is crucial because the standards for each grade build upon what is learned in the previous grade.

3. BUILDING THE CRITICAL SKILLS STUDENTS NEED IN THE JOB MARKET: Right now, Washington has 25,000 unfilled jobs for highly-skilled workers – and that number will grow to 50,000 by 2017. Our state has the jobs, but lacks qualified applicants. Common Core focuses on real-world skills that students need to get a job and be competitive in the new economy.


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Current Resources for Communities and Families


NEW! The Common Core State Standards: An Introduction for Families and Other Stakeholders (from the Aspen Institute) http://www.aspeninstitute.org/publications/common-core-state-standards-introduction-families-other-stakeholders Flyers in Spanish and English for download

OSPI’s CCSS Web Site: http://www.k12.wa.us/CoreStandards/Families/default.aspx Links to:

National PTA Parent Guides Parent Roadmaps to the CCSS – from the Council for

Great City Schools

http://www.aspeninstitute.org/publications/common-core-state-standards-introduction-families-other-stakeholders




http://www.k12.wa.us/CoreStandards/Families/default.aspx



“Hot” CCSS Communications Topics and Resources


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Where did the CCSS come from? What was WA’s process for adoption?

OSPI CCSS Website Background: http://

www.k12.wa.us/CoreStandards/Background.aspx Transition: http://www.k12.wa.us/CoreStandards/Transition.aspx

Achieve, Inc’s Implementing the CCSS Website (for variety of audiences) http://www.achieve.org/achieving-common-core

Feel free to contact OSPI with any questions or support you need!

http://www.k12.wa.us/CoreStandards/Background.aspx

http://www.k12.wa.us/CoreStandards/Background.aspx

http://www.k12.wa.us/CoreStandards/Transition.aspx

http://www.k12.wa.us/CoreStandards/Transition.aspx

http://www.achieve.org/achieving-common-core



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Reflection and Discussion


What are your key NEXT STEPS related to CCSS transitions between now and

September?

Who are your key AUDIENCES / PARTNERS for CCSS communications and collaborations

to support your transition?


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We have a choice.

What’s next for YOU and your district/building?


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Have a great summer!Take the time to reflect, find hope, and re-

energize!

Hannah (Class of 2021) and Washington’s 1 Million + students are depending on US!

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Staying Connected…


CCSS ELA and Math Webinars next week!

CCSS OSPI Web Site: http://www.k12.wa.us/Corestandards/default.aspx

OSPI Teaching and Learning Monthly Newsletter TEACH:

http://www.k12.wa.us/CurriculumInstruct/news.aspx

http://www.k12.wa.us/Corestandards/default.aspx

http://www.k12.wa.us/Corestandards/default.aspx

http://www.k12.wa.us/CurriculumInstruct/news.aspx


Thank YOU!

Common Core Supports:OSPI Lead Team:

General Support / Overall CCSS Leadership:- General email: [email protected] Jessica Vavrus, [email protected]

Math Support / CCSS Coordination Lead: - Greta Bornemann, [email protected]

ELA Support:- Liisa Moilanen Potts,

[email protected]

Documents

2012-13 Webinar Series, Part 4: CCSS Systems for District/School Leaders