 Summer Institutes
Literacy & Learning
A practical plan with strategies to boost the skills of all your learners
July 8-11, 2008 in Maui Hawaii and
July 27-29, 2008 in Indian Wells, CA
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Want to raise student achievement school-wide?
Literacy is the key to student learning and AYP-measured achievement. Yet in today's diverse education landscape, educators struggle to help all of their students comprehend and analyze texts.
Join colleagues from every content area for useful institute training presented by national experts that will help you boost your students' literacy, whether you teach core, composition, calculus, or a self-contained classroom.
These institutes will emphasize:
- English Learners
- Special Education
- School-Wide Literacy Plans
- Digital Literacy
Institute Content
Three strands (team planning, ELL, and special education) will be available in Indian Wells. Two strands (team planning and ELL) will be available in Hawaii . Focus on one strand or sample from sessions in multiple strands. Bonus sessions on digital literacy will be offered in Indian Wells and Hawaii .
Team Planning : Developing Your Literacy Action Plan
Presented by Dr. Judith Irvin * Hawaii and Indian Wells
Administrators and Teacher-Leaders: Discover the proven components of a site-wide literacy action plan that also functions as a school improvement plan. Assess your site with the rubrics provided. Develop a plan that includes teacher collaboration, scheduling, instructional and grading strategies, student motivation and engagement, literacy interventions, developing a literacy-rich environment, and much more. Attendance of your leadership team is highly recommended.
ELL: Teaching English Language Learners
Presented by Nancy Dean * Hawaii and Indian Wells
Teachers of all grade levels/content areas and Administrators: Gain the basic understanding you need to successfully reach the many English Language Learners (ELLs) at your school. Topics will include language acquisition; cultural sensitivity; ELL instructional strategies such as reciprocal teaching; fluency-building across the curriculum using discussion protocols, oral readings, timed readings, performance readings; and more.
Special Education : Motivating Students through Support and Engagement
Presented by Dr. Jan Mickler * Indian Wells
Teachers of all grade levels/content areas and Administrators: Learn instructional strategies that will motivate students in special education and other struggling readers to read subject area texts with purpose and engagement. Help them move past discouragement, tackle difficult assignments, and create meaning even when student reading levels are lower than text difficulty levels.
Bonus Sessions: Literacy and New Learning Networks
Presented by Mark Wagner * Hawaii and Indian Wells
All Educators: Literacy has been redefined in the digital age, but digital literacy skills are still not being taught in many schools. Learn how you can use powerful, free online tools to help your students become part of a global learning network and thrive in the 21st century. This session provides an overview of new research and even newer practices.
Institute Faculty
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Dr. Judith Irvin
Executive director, National Literacy Project; professor, Florida State University; author, Taking Action on Adolescent Literacy: An Implementation Guide for School Leaders , Strategies for Enhancing Literacy and Learning in Middle School Content Classrooms , and Reading and the High School Student: Strategies to Enhance Learning ; former middle school teacher |
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Dr. Jan Mickler
National content literacy consultant; editorial review board member, Journal of Adolescent and Adult Literacy ; author, articles in Journal of Special Education , Classroom Leadership , and Computers, Reading and Language Arts ; former district literacy specialist, elementary school principal and resource teacher |
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Nancy Dean, Ed.S.
Professor emerita, University of Florida ; national literacy trainer; author, Succeeding in Reading: A Complete Cross-Age Tutoring Program and Voice Lessons: Classroom Activities to Teach Diction, Detail, Imagery, Syntax and Tone ; former middle and high school English, ESL and special education teacher |
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Mark Wagner, M.Ed.
Educational technology coordinator, CLMS/CLHS/NHSA; president, Educational Technology and Life Corporation; former school and district educational technology coordinator; former high school English teacher; master's degree in cross-cultural education; pursuing doctorate in educational technology |
Locations
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Maui, HI * July 8-11, 2008
Located near Lahaina's famous art galleries, shops and restaurants, the newly-upgraded Royal Lahaina Resort spans 27 acres along Kana'apali, one of Condé Nast's top beaches, and is an excellent base for enjoying the island.
Special Institute Room Rates: $160 single/double and up. To reserve your room, call Lori at (800) 280-8155, ext. 3
Hotel Address: 2780 Ke Ka'a Drive , Lahaina , HI 96761
Airport: Kahului (OGG)
Registration & Schedule: On July 8, registration opens at 7:00 am; The institute runs from 8:00 am - 1:00 pm daily. |
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Indian Wells, CA * July 27-29, 2008
Hyatt Grand Champions Resort
T he Hyatt Grand Champions Resort is an oasis with stunning mountain vistas, well-appointed rooms and exceptional golf, tennis, spa and pool facilities. Enjoy shopping and dining in nearby Indian Wells and Palm Springs.
Special Institute Room Rates: $125 single/double and up. To reserve your room, call (760) 341-1000
Hotel Address: 44-600 Indian Wells Lane , Indian Wells , CA 92210
Airport: Palm Springs (PSP)
Registration: On July 27, registration opens at 9:00 am.
Schedule:
- July 27, 10:30 am - 4:30 pm
- July 28, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
- July 29, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Travel Line
For the best flight-and-car package rates, contact Go Aweigh Travel at (800) 786-4554 or
clmstravel@aol.com.
Institute Rates
Members: $269
Non-Members: $329
REGISTRATION FORM
2007 Testimonials
A tremendous experience. The presenters were informative, engaging and intertwined, with a genuine sense of humor.
-Denise Gore, Language Arts Teacher, Monte Vista Middle School
This conference is an investment in my future as a teacher so I can invest more in the futures of my students.
-Becky Ray, Teacher, Empire Community School
I am excited about everything we learned and discovered regarding technology.
-Lea Carroll, Math Teacher, Palm Springs High School
The enthusiasm is contagious!
-Jessica Duncan, Teacher, Fruitvale Elementary School
About CLMS/CLHS/NHSA
The California League of Middle Schools, California League of High Schools and National High School Association share a commitment to improving the professional knowledge of educators so that students in California and the nation may experience academic and life success.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations must be in writing and faxed to (562) 430-5607. Please call as soon as you fax your request to verify receipt of cancellations at (562) 430-3136.
Maui: Prior to 6/10/08 - full refund; 6/10/08-6/24/08 - $60 fee; after 6/24/08 - no refund.
Indian Wells: Prior to 6/27/08 - full refund; 6/27/08-7/11/08 - $60 fee; after 7/11/08 - no refund.
A colleague may substitute for you at anytime to avoid cancellation penalties.
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