Monday, November 17, 2008

PLC Minutes November 17, 2008

Social Studies Revision
Currently looking at Scott Foresman

Program Features:
Program has 6 Units with 7 lessons in each unit
Lessons are linked to grade level indicators
Lessons can be combined - Some are found in other subjects - such as math
Student workbook can be used for formative assessments
Assessment - Teacher Book - Can be used for summative assessments

Other programs reviewed did not meet the needs of Kindergarten Social Studies

Final decision has not been made - materials have been brought to PLC for review by grade level.

Technology update: ask Cyndi about password for windstream for smartboard videos.
  • 5 computers need fixed--the monitors are turned.
  • Watch wikispace video about how to set up smartboard or ask Cyndi about new blue tooth technology. (Smartboard needs plugged into power source, cart needs plugged into network.)

Math: Complete through Week 13. DO NOT BEGIN WEEK 14 UNTIL AFTER THANKSGIVING BREAK. In the next 2 weeks (before Thanksgiving) complete 2 summative assessments--Where is the leaf? & Comparing and ordering numbers.

Have a great week!

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