OCTOBER CHECKLIST
(REMINDER: CLASSROOM OBSERVATION DUE BY OCTOBER 5)
Dive deeper into the certified staff handbook and board policies about social media
Discuss 2nd quarter lesson plans/scope and sequence – address questions and check with grade-level or department chair if mentor/mentee are in different grade-levels or departments
Discuss student motivation and brain-friendly instruction
Discuss feedback and effective questioning
Discuss data collection on student growth
Discuss grade-level teams, department meetings, and/or professional learning communities
Discuss reflection for improving teaching and learning
Discuss FERPA, SPED, IEPs, 504 Plans, ELs and what every teacher needs to know
Discuss holidays and classroom celebrations
Discuss report cards