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The CSSI Certified to Teach program, co-founded by Cynthia D. Armster and Donyel Williams, aims to equip educators with the tools necessary to support student success effectively. Since its launch in 2007, the program has evolved through various milestones, embedding critical thinking, career planning, and technology into professional development. Key components include specialized training, customized textbooks, and the introduction of GPS for career planning. Join fellow educators in fostering an engaging learning environment focused on student achievement and success.
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CSSI CERTIFIED TO TEACH Cynthia D. Armster, CSSI Founder & Director & CSSI Master Teacher Donyel Williams, CSSI Master Teacher
CSSI CERTIFIED TO TEACH History Overview Rationale behind the CSSI certification CSSI Referral Process Training Components
Since the implementation of the College Success Seminar in 2007 there has been a continuous effort to align with CCC goals, as well as scale across the District. • CSS MILESTONES : • Fall 2010 – FOE recommends course mandatory for new students 29 hrs or less • Summer 2011 - Included critical thinking, technology, & career planning into CSSI trainings highlighting use of FOCUS-2 • Spring 2012 – Introduced contextualized sections – HW, KKC; online & Gateway pilot • Fall 2012 – Introduced customized textbook featuring CCC students and pertinent CCC information • Fall 2012 - Faculty approved to teach course for load • Fall 2012 – Established College Success Scholarship • Summer 2013 – Introduced GPS emphasizing career planning using FOCUS -2; FDW training of faculty • Fall 2013 – Professional Development – October 11th – Training remaining CSS instructors on FOCUS -2 and stress GPS as required outcome; award College Success scholarship
CSSI CERTIFIED TO TEACH • Techniques & Resources Shared • Blackboard • FOCUS-2 • Woordle
CSSI CERTIFIED TO TEACH • CSSI Master Teacher Certification Process • Taught CSS for 2 yrs • Submit application to CSSI committee; list skills adding to CSSI team • Evaluation of CSS instruction by a CSSI Master Teacher • Assist w/ planning next CSSI training • Plan & facilitate a module @ next CSS training
CSSI CERTIFIED TO TEACH Graduation pix http://www.ccc.edu/menu/Pages/College-Success-Institute.aspx