Jeff Todahl The October Curriculum Leaders Symposium featured a presentation by Dr. Jeff Todahl on the topic “Trauma informed instructional practices that build a safe and caring school culture as well as the impact on child/teen behavior and learning.” A second session was facilitated the following week by Bethel’s central office administrators, Superintendent Chris Parra and Special Education Director, Amy Tidwell . They shared their district’s  journey, processes, strategies, and systemic approach to implementing Trauma Informed Instructional Practices. See October 17, Curriculum Leaders Agenda.

Dr. Tina Gutierez-Schmich We are happy to announce this month’s CLs’ Symposium topic “Restorative Practices, through a practitioner’s lens.” Dr. Tina Gutierez-Schmich, Bethel’s Equity Director, will be helping facilitate the conversation. She will give a brief introduction to Restorative Practices, provide a brief overview of Bethel’s journey, the district’s approach and theoretical framework.

Following Tina’s presentation, a panel of district and building administrators will share their own experiences with implementing Restorative Practices and discuss the implications for their staff, student and the parent community. Go to the November 21 Curriculum Leaders Google Agenda to access list of resources to deepen your knowledge and understanding on Restorative Practices. Today’s Power Point Presentation.

SAVE THE DATE | Curriculum Leaders | December 12

We look forward to welcoming you to our December 12th Curriculum Leaders Symposium focused on Instructional Technology. Attendees will leave with a better understanding of research-based methods for improving the integration of instructional technology and have ample opportunity to hear about efforts in districts in our county and across the state. This symposium will include an option for staying for lunch and attending two break-out sessions to dig deeper on topics of choice. You are encouraged to bring district/building admin as well as teachers that represent leaders in instructional technology. Districts are encouraged to bring teams of 2-4. Registration HERE.