Not sure where to find more information about one of the listed topics? Checkout these great resources!
Visible Learning Meta-X (Read "About Meta-X" and use the Glossary as needed)
The Iris Center Resources (Vanderbilt's Peabody College of Education)
KSDE TASN Classroom Management & Social-Emotional Learning Resources
Mentor/Mentee Discussions
Set goals for the first classroom observation tied to the goal(s) for the school year
Review how to submit helpdesk technology tickets and maintenance tickets
Review IEPs, 504 Plans, FERPA, SPED, ELs
Review working with district support staff and facilitating support staff (para-educators) who work in the mentee’s classroom
Review lesson plan creation and implementation
Review methods/policies/procedures for keeping grades up to date
Review parent-teacher conferences and ongoing parent communication
Discuss student diversity and school culture
Discuss creating and sustaining a welcoming classroom environment
Review FastBridge testing and other standardized testing for the school year
Review time management strategies
Discuss maximizing instructional time
Planning learning to increase student engagement (Bitmoji classrooms, QR codes, Mystery Skype, Goose Chase)
Discuss digital tools for enhancing instruction
District Mentee Meetings
Discuss IEPs, 504 Plans, FERPA, SPED, ELs
Discuss lesson plan creation and implementation (specifically including Opportunities to Respond)
Discuss individual behavior management strategies (specifically including Active Supervision)
Tie discussions to the district’s KESA goals about relationships and relevance
Building-Level Meetings
Discuss walk-throughs and data being collected
Review available technology including student accounts - check to make sure logins are working and students have appropriate access
Review the certified staff contract – answer any questions that have arisen
Discuss report cards
Discuss parent-teacher conferences and ongoing parent communication
Discuss building and district KESA goals
Discuss holidays and classroom celebrations while also remembering to review building/classroom expectations, procedures, and protocols after school breaks