May 25, 2023
Spotlight on Our Students & Staff
EHS Dean Lucy DiNatale, EHS CTE teacher Neeta Kalve, Devens School fifth-grade teacher Erica Joyce, Keverian counselor Camilla Buba, EPS Director of Social-Emotional Learning Dr. Brian Wallace, EPS Social-Emotional Learning Specialist Taiany Goulart, and Keveran seventh-grade math teacher Jackie Fallon.
Staff Members Attend Student Support Conference
Members of the EPS Social and Emotional Learning Team had the honor of serving on the panel at the 2023 Spotlight on SEL and Mental Health: Enhancing Systems of Student Support Conference in Devens. SEL leaders talked about systemic development in SEL and mental health, while EPS staff members presented on the effectiveness of Calming Corners. The conference brought together educators and practitioners from across the state to highlight the incredible work taking place in schools and districts as they seek to address the mental and behavioral health needs of Massachusetts students. The keynote speaker was Dr. Kevin M. Simon, MD, the City of Boston’s Chief Behavioral Health Officer.
Neeta Kalve, Erica Joyce, Jackie Fallon, Lucy DiNatale, and Camilla Buba.
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EHS STUDENTS PARTICIPATE IN SPECIAL OLYMPICS
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Opportunities for Staff
EPS SEEKING STEM & LITERACY NIGHT VOLUNTEERS
District-Wide Event June 8th at the Keverian School
Click HERE to sign up
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EHS SOCIAL STUDIES CURRICULUM TEAM
The Social Studies Curriculum Team will consist of eight (8) members of the Everett High School Social Studies department who will work with the Department Chair to develop vertically aligned, standards-based, uniform, and culturally relevant curriculum expectations for US History 1, US History 2, and World History.
The Social Studies Curriculum Team will work a total of forty (40) hours. Twenty (20) hours will be spent over the summer revising the scope and sequence for each grade’s curriculum documents working from the pacing guides provided by Savvas. The remaining twenty (20) hours will be spread out over the 2023-2024 school year.
Click HERE for complete details.
Click HERE for complete details.
Click HERE for complete details.
Click HERE for complete details.
DESE and the Rennie Center are seeking educators for the following content areas to review high-quality curricular materials in Fall 2023: Digital Literacy and Computer Science, K-5 English/Language Arts, K-5 Science, 9-12. This panel is tentative and will be confirmed in mid-June. Math 6-8
CURATE convenes over the course of one semester, including nine hours of professional development over the summer, and 4-6 virtual sessions to collaboratively evaluate and rate curricular materials. The work of CURATE panels results in a series of brief user-friendly reports to support Massachusetts educators in making more informed curriculum choices.
You do NOT have to be an expert in curriculum development or selection to participate. If you have an interest in high-quality curriculum and a passion for racial equity, then we are eager to partner with you! Teachers of color are highly encouraged to apply. Panelists will receive a maximum stipend of $2000. The application deadline is 5 p.m. on June 8, 2023.
The Social Studies Curriculum Team will consist of eight (8) members of the Everett High School Social Studies department who will work with the Department Chair to develop vertically aligned, standards-based, uniform, and culturally relevant curriculum expectations for US History 1, US History 2, and World History.
The Social Studies Curriculum Team will work a total of forty (40) hours. Twenty (20) hours will be spent over the summer revising the scope and sequence for each grade’s curriculum documents working from the pacing guides provided by Savvas. The remaining twenty (20) hours will be spread out over the 2023-2024 school year.
Click HERE for complete details.
INSTRUCTIONAL COACH ORIENTATION TRAINER
Orientation trainers will provide instructional support and onboarding for district approved high quality instructional materials to new teachers during Orientation in August.Click HERE for complete details.
INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY ORIENTATION TRAINERS
This team of teachers will plan and implement instructional technology training during the district’s orientation for new teachers. The event will be held on August 24, 2023, at Everett High School, utilizing a station model. Technology topics include but are not limited to Peardeck, KAMI, Aspen X2 Gradebook, Google Suite Products, i-Ready, Canvas and IXL.Click HERE for complete details.
CURRICULUM SCOPE TEAM
The EPS is forming a Grade 6-8 Math Curriculum Scope and Sequence Team to help review the district’s current math curriculum, Big Ideas Math, and to take part in revamping the scope and sequence templates based on the new 2022 edition. The team will meet with the K-8 Director of STEM to develop vertically aligned, standards-based, uniform, and culturally relevant curriculum expectations.Click HERE for complete details.
TEACHERS NEEDED: SERVE AS A CURATE PANELIST!
High quality instructional materials are essential to student learning. When combined with effective instruction, they can also promote racial equity. Join the CUrriculum RAtings by TEachers (CURATE) Project to help rate and review instructional materials for quality!DESE and the Rennie Center are seeking educators for the following content areas to review high-quality curricular materials in Fall 2023: Digital Literacy and Computer Science, K-5 English/Language Arts, K-5 Science, 9-12. This panel is tentative and will be confirmed in mid-June. Math 6-8
CURATE convenes over the course of one semester, including nine hours of professional development over the summer, and 4-6 virtual sessions to collaboratively evaluate and rate curricular materials. The work of CURATE panels results in a series of brief user-friendly reports to support Massachusetts educators in making more informed curriculum choices.
You do NOT have to be an expert in curriculum development or selection to participate. If you have an interest in high-quality curriculum and a passion for racial equity, then we are eager to partner with you! Teachers of color are highly encouraged to apply. Panelists will receive a maximum stipend of $2000. The application deadline is 5 p.m. on June 8, 2023.
Apply HERE.
Professional Advancement
18 CREDIT CERTIFICATE: EDUCATION FOR EQUITY AND DEMOCRACY
The Boston University/Wheelock partnership is offering an online program beginning in the fall of 2023 for EPS educators interested in obtaining an Education for Equity and Democracy Certificate. A total of 15 slots are available to EPS teachers, so please respond as soon as possible.Click HERE for complete details.
16 CREDIT CERTIFICATE: MERRIMACK PATHWAY TO ESL LICENSURE
Click HERE for complete details.
15 CREDIT CERTIFICATE: PATHWAY TO MODERATE DISABILITY LICENSURE
The EPS is proud to partner with Endicott College for educators who are interested in pursuing a pathway to moderate disability licensure. The coursework, which is 100 percent online, begins in May and totals 15 credits.Click HERE for complete details.
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