CESA 6

Yesterday, we connected with 18 school districts at the Qualtrics Lunch & Learn to uncover the power of student data in enhancing educational performance. Here are some highlights: Franklin School District presented on how it's using Qualtrics to identify opportunity gaps in their classes and extracurriculars. Middleton-Cross Plains School District presented on how they've used Qualtrics to help manage their new "No Cellphone" policy at their high school and how that has improved the school experience for both staff and students. CESA 6 presented on how to measure the student experience from enrollment to alumni and how to use Qualtrics for Educator Effectiveness. It's exciting to see devoted educators utilize powerful insights to help kids grow! #schools

Partner Spotlight - CESA 6 Literacy and CESA 6 are excited to team up with writing expert Joan Sedita for our second of a three part workshop series. Joan Sedita is the founder of Keys to Literacy, a literacy professional development organization. With over 40 years of experience, she has created The Writing Rope framework and authored multiple literacy programs. She worked at the Landmark School for 23 years and has received her M.Ed. in Reading from Harvard University. We can’t wait to take in all of her expertise this January. To learn more about this workshop series visit https://hubs.la/Q02RpwSY0

Play is an essential part of growing up, and we need more of it in our schools. Host Ted Neitzke talks about the importance of moving around, giving kids a break from class, and the mental health benefits of putting more play in your day. Plus, Ted tells a funny story about a milk cooler. Check out the Smart Thinking Podcast wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts!

Lots of laughs at our latest DEIB Leader Network event! 😄 School leaders came together for this year's kickoff meeting to talk about professional development opportunities, problem-solving in their schools, and how to build inclusive spaces in their classrooms. #dei

Empowering principals is so important to brightening our kids' futures. Our Principal Network gathered today to learn how they can face common challenges in the classroom while supporting their educators and students. #principals

Students' mental health is essential to their education and development into young adults. With mental health challenges on the rise, now is the time to reflect on how you can serve your teachers and your students who struggle with their mental wellness. Today, let's focus on building trust and community to encourage students to come forward with their problems while leveraging resources to counsel and guide them through their mental health journey. #MentalHealth

Our students are feeling less connected and more isolated than ever. But there's hope. On the Smart Thinking podcast, Ted Neitzke shares how new research has given parents and educators more tools to support their students. Listen in as Ted talks about how smartphones have impacted our culture, how schools can set boundaries, and how we can give kids more time to play and grow in healthy environments. #students

Preparing schools for curriculum and instruction changes is a big task, but our Literacy team is here to help. C&I directors, literacy coaches, and school leaders came together today to learn what they could do to help their schools achieve better reading outcomes and meet Act 20 standards. Check out our website for more events near you!

We kicked off our Literacy Workshop Series with esteemed education writer Natalie Wexler as our keynote speaker. Our guests learned alternate approaches to comprehension and writing, how to identify comprehension gaps, and how to embed writing activities in the content of the core curriculum. Check out our next workshop with Joan Sedita on January 30th. #literacy

Saturday, Oct 5 is World Teachers Day! Tag a teacher in the comments to let them know how much you appreciate them. #teachers