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Comprehensive Review of Resources: K-5 Mathematics & PRHS Science March 5, 2018

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Learning Goals• Understand why the district is reviewing resources for K-5 Mathematics and

PRHS Science (Physical Science, Chemistry, & A.P. Physics)• Review the evaluation process and timeline• Identify the programs that will move forward in the process

Big Ideas Learning Goals Assessments Standards ResourcesCategory Description

“Big Ideas” are written in sentence format. Plan for 3 - 5 in the unit. Big Ideas should focus on the high level concept that students need to see the big picture. A Big Idea can be an answer to an essential question. It is an enduring understanding

Start with a verb. 10 - 15 learning goals should be a mix of content (“know” or declarative) and skill (“do” or procedural).Include enough detail that the learning goal is clear and use language that makes sense to a teacher, student, or parent. Reference Bloom/Webb for varying levels of rigor. If appropriate, this may include “descriptors” from the Assessment Anchors.

A variety of formative, diagnostic, and benchmark assessments used "for" learning. A refined number of summative assessments as indicators "of" learning. Common assessments used to identify instructional and curricular needs.

Select “fewer” standards that are well aligned to the the learning goals identified.

Citations to the course textbook (i.e., chapter or section), novels, primary source documents, or critical web sites.

Pine-Richland School District’s Curriculum Framework

1. PRSD Identified Learning Goals and Big Ideas

2. Key standards and all eligible content embedded in the learning goals and big ideas

3. Assessments used “for” and “of” learning4. Engaging learning activities using a

variety of relevant resources to achieve goals for all learners 3

Prioritize Resources to Evaluate

•Review inventory•Identify gaps

between curriculum and resources

Identify Vendors

•Local districts, AIU, National Organizations, Conferences

Round 1 – High Level Review

•Alignment to PRSD Curriculum

•Standards•Content DOK•Organization•Technology

integration•Assessments

Round 2 – “Deep Dive”

•Additional components within each category from Round 1

•Site Visits (as available)

Recommendations Shared with AA Committee

•Support recommendations with evidence and links to written curriculum

Community Input

•Top 2-3 resources on display for 5-10 days for Parents, Students, Community input

Final Recommendation

•Board motion to display final recommendation for 30 days

•Executive Summary

Resource Evaluation Process Timeline

December-February March-MaySeptember-November

Final Recommendation for Purchase - MayProfessional Development for Staff - June & August

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Curriculum Resource Review Process

• Prioritize resource recommendations based upon curriculum review process– Review inventory of current resources– Identify gaps between written curriculum and available resources

– [2014-2015 ELA K-6] [2015-2016 ELA 7-9, Sci 3-8, SS 3-12] [2016-2017 ELA 10-12, Math 6-8, SS 6-8] [2017-2018 Math K-5, Chemistry/AP Physics/Physical Sci.]

• Identify vendor options through:– Local districts, Allegheny Intermediate Unit, National organizations, Conferences

• Round 1 - High Level Review (5 Categories)– Standards Alignment, Content (DOK expectations, differentiation), Alignment to PR Curriculum,

Organization (student/teacher friendly, supplemental resources), Technology Integration (SAMR), Assessments (formative, common)

– Narrow vendor options• Round 2 - “Deep Dive”

– Additional components within each category identified in round 1• Committee Recommendations

– Support recommendations with evidence and links to written curriculum• Top 2-3 vendors identified

– Community, Student, and AA Committee Input Combined (with input from other staff)• Site Visits (as available)• Final Recommendations for 30 day review - Executive Summary

Round 1

Round 2

Staff, Community, Student Input

Final Recommendations

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Why Mathematics Grades K-5?• Support math pathways (compacted/extended) (current)

– Enrichment learning activities for all students and intervention (MTSS) options for some• Review enhancements to current program (Pearson enVision Math - 2009) or

identify other options (phase-in)• Reinforce standards of mathematical practice

– Foundational skills (+, -, x, ÷)– Make sense of problems and persevere in solving them.– Reason abstractly and quantitatively.– Construct viable arguments and critique the reasoning of others. (Explain why what you are thinking

works)– Model with mathematics. (Take a problem external to math and use math to help solve it - real world

problems)– Use appropriate tools strategically. (Technology supports the mathematics but students perform the

mathematics, e.g. students choose which tool to use and when to use it)– Attend to precision.– Look for and make use of structure. (Students are able to see how mathematics structure can be

applied in other settings, e.g. multiplication is repeated addition, fact families, etc.)• Common assessments, Technology integration

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Mathematics K-5 Core and Expanded Teams

Core team– Mrs. Kilpela, Kindergarten– Mr. Hackworth, 1st Grade– Mrs. Schurman, 2nd Grade– Mrs. Breen, 3rd Grade– Mr. Speakman, 4th Grade– Mr. Andreassi, 5th Grade– Mrs. Wenzel, 6th Grade– Mr. Frank, 7th Grade– Dr. Walsh, Principal– Mr. Smith, Principal– Mr. Boyers, Assistant Principal

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Expanded Team (Core Team Plus)

– Mrs. Hoffman, Kindergarten– Mrs. Giegel, 2nd Grade– Mr. Vins, 3rd Grade– Mrs. Dayton, 4th Grade– Mrs. Czegan, Gifted Education– Mr. Hustwit, Director of Special Education– Mrs. Hillegas, Special Education

Why Chemistry, AP Physics, and Physical Science?• Copyright of current Chemistry textbooks (2000 & 2005)• AP Physics is being added to the PRHS Program of Studies.

– Per College Board curricular requirements, students and teachers must use a college-level physics textbook that has been published within the last 10 years.

• Identify those materials that support recommendations from the in-depth program review:

– Incorporate a cross-curricular approach to instruction aligned to the PA Core Academic Standards for Reading and Writing in Science and Technical Subjects, which includes reading, writing, listening, and speaking, while using empirical evidence to defend one’s position.

– Integrate journals and periodicals to supplement instruction with appropriately leveled research (e.g., ChemMatters).

– Remove or revise the high school Physical Science course (increase in Earth/Space).– Systematically embed scientific and engineering practices in instructional strategies throughout all K-12

science courses. Practices include:

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Asking questions and defining problems Developing and using models

Planning and carrying out investigations Using mathematics and computational thinking

Analyzing and interpreting data Constructing explanations and designing solutions

Engaging in argument from evidence Obtaining, evaluating, and communicating information

Science Resource Review Teams

• Physical Science and Chemistry– Rosemary Bartoszewicz, Chemistry – Nancy Bowman, PRSH Principal – Andrew Dugger, Physical Science– Jessica Holmgren, Chemistry & Gifted Education– James McNally, Chemistry – Kelly Roofner, Chemistry– Patricia Schinke-Riggle, Special Education– John Simko, Chemistry – Katherine Thomas, Physical Science, Biology, Chemistry & Academic Leadership Council

• Physics– Ann Gollapudi, Physics & Computer Science– Mark Perry, Physics– Heather Rogus, Physics– John Slick, Physics– Michelle Switala, Physics & Mathematics– Katherine Thomas, Academic Leadership Council

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Evaluation Rubric for Executive Summary & Recommendation Process1. Alignment to PRSD Curriculum2. Alignment to PA Core Standards3. Alignment to PA Academic

Standards4. Alignment to College Board

Curriculum (AP Courses)5. Instructional Materials

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6. Differentiation Support7. Embedded Writing

Opportunities8. Technology Integration9. Assessment Options

Mathematics K-5• Round 2 Evaluation Results

– McGraw-Hill – My Math**– McGraw-Hill – Everyday Math**– Houghton Mifflin Harcourt – Go Math– Pearson - enVision Math 2.0

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McGraw Hill - Everyday Math

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● Copyright 2016

● The focus of Everyday Math is for students to develop a conceptual understanding andproblem solving skills in the areas of “arithmetic, data, probability, geometry, algebra and functions.” This is accomplished by:

○ Linking mathematics to everyday situations and past experiences.○ Making frequent use of partner and small-group activities.○ Utilizing hands-on activities and explorations throughout the K-6 program.

● Spiral presentation of material with tracker to indicate number of times students have been exposed to each concept. Alignment to PA Core Standards and

PRSD Curriculum.

● Use of Number Talks to develop reasoning and conceptual understanding and theability for students to communicate their logic.

● Emphasis on defending and explaining ideas using mathematical reasoningthrough problem-solving tasks.

● Can be implemented in fully digital, fully print, or hybrid of digital and print.Digital resources include online student projects, ebook, Number Worlds (interventiontool), and The Virtual Learning Community (professional development).

● Activity cards and games to engage students in centers or provide for small-group differentiation to support or extend lessons.

● Multiple assessment versions available per topic that can be digitally adapted.

McGraw Hill - My Math

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● Copyright 2016 with new edition coming in 2018

● Emphasis on rigor through conceptual understanding, procedural skill and fluency, and application.

● Structured to align with PA Core Standards and PRSD curriculumthrough “massing” approach without spiraling.

● Differentiated instruction provides resources for students who are approaching level, on-level, or beyond level.

● Cross-curricular connections through integrated literature and writing components.

● Student engagement encouraged through a variety of resources:○ Talk Math, Vocabulary Cards, Foldables, Center Games○ Real-World Problem Solving○ Hands-On math resources for concrete learning experiences○ Brain Builder Chapter Projects

● Numerous digital resources for students, teachers, and families. Redbird, Number Worlds. and ALEKS provide adaptive instruction which scale to an individual student’s development level for on-level practice and enrichment.

● Multiple forms of assessment provided. 21st century assessments for each chapter similar in structure to PSSA test format.

Science Resources - Chemistry• Evaluation Results

– Glencoe/McGraw-Hill Chemistry– Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Chemistry– Pearson/Prentice Hall Chemistry*– Cengage Learning Chemistry

14*The overall average score for this program fell below the other 2 but we had some teachers score this product higher than Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. As a result, we wanted to bring it back for community and staff input.

McGraw Hill - Chemistry

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● Copyright 2017

● Every chapter begins with a launch lab

● Variety of lab options (e.g., mini-labs, data analysis, forensics, virtual)

● Enrichment activities for all levels of learners

● Project-based learning activities with supporting rubrics

● Many visuals to support text

● Real-world links to learning

● Common online platform for students

○ Social Studies, K-6 ELA, 6-Alg.1 Math

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt - Chemistry

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● Copyright 2017

● Provides supports for students with reading and writing deficits (interactive reader)

● “Why it Matters” video to link chemistry to students’ lives

● Introduces students to careers in chemistry

● Assessment bank of questions available - questions can be modified by the teacher

● Solution tutor provides students with problem solving support

Pearson/Prentice Hall - Chemistry

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● Copyright 2017

● Quick labs to reinforce key concepts

● STEM Activities embedded into units

● Mathematics diagnostic resources built into the program

● “Chemystery” to introduce real-life situations into the lessons

Science Resources - Physical Science• Evaluation Results

– Glencoe/McGraw-Hill Physical Sci.– Pearson/Prentice Hall Physical Sci.– Cengage Learning Physical Sci.

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McGraw-Hill - Physical Science

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● Copyright 2017

● Science notebook integrated into the program for writing integration

● Aligned with recommendations for course coming out of in-depth program review

○ Eliminate/reduce overlap from 8th grade science course

● Launch labs to introduce concepts to students

● Reading essentials designed for struggling readers

● “LearnSmart” - differentiated study tool

● Project-based tasks

LearnSmart

Pearson/Prentice Hall - Physical Science

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● Copyright 2017

● Reading level of text supports struggling readers

● Integrates a number of science topics (biology, chemistry, physics)

● Interactive online eBook for vocabulary development

● Detailed images to support text

● Using models to understand key concepts

Science Resources - Advanced Placement Physics

• Evaluation Results (Modified rubric used)

• All texts were aligned to AP Physics curriculum– Wiley Fundamentals of Physics– Cengage Physics for Scientists and

Engineers– Cengage Principles of Physics– Wiley Physics volumes 1 & 2

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Wiley - Fundamentals of Physics

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● Copyright Current 2015 (e10)

○ (e11) Late 2018

● Learning goals and key ideas included in each section

● Full of real-world examples

● Embedded writing opportunities (writing for various audiences)

● Electronic simulations

● Mathematics skills “refreshers” (computational thinking)

● Adaptive personalized learning experiences

● Clear explanations to support student learning with embedded videos.

Flipped lessons

Cengage Physics

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● Copyright 2017

● Clear, student-friendly explanations

● Interpretation and anticipation text before the guided solution process

● Online assessment options for immediate feedback

● Easy to follow sample problems

● Online textbook provides for student interaction with text (note taking and highlighting)

● Problem solving strategies integrated in to lessons

Middle States Update - PRHS

• Middle States Chairperson Visit– Monday, February 26, 2018– Steve Klebacha, State College High School

• Evaluation Team Visit– April 9-12, 2018

• Request for School Board Input– April 10th @ 5 p.m.