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This presentation by Barbara Charness, Principal of SMS, discusses the crucial role of school leaders in preparing future educators. It covers background factors such as school climate, resources, and community demographics, emphasizing the importance of recruiting and mentoring high-quality teachers. The session highlights the TNE Program, articulating the processes involved in institutionalizing teaching practices and fostering a positive school environment. Reactions from mentor teachers underscore the value of collaborative learning and the seamless transition from university to classroom teaching.
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THE PRINCIPAL’S ROLE IN PREPARING FUTURE EDUCATORS Maintaining the Momentum Presented by: Barbara Charness, SMS Principal Robert Kladifko, CSUN
BACKGROUND AND HISTORY • School Climate • Facilities • Resources
TNEPROGRAM • School Selection • Cluster of Feeder Schools All schools are predominantly Hispanic with an average of 81% Free and Reduced Lunch
RECRUITING MENTOR TEACHERS • Liaisons to help recruit • Standardized packets • Tips for working with Adult Learners
QUALIFICATIONS OF MENTOR TEACHERS • Child Friendly • Standards Based • Highly Qualified (3 year minimum) • Able and Willing
PRINCIPAL INTERVIEWwith Barbara • Initial fact finding and interest in the program • Articulation • Positive School Climate- “Ready for Company”
PROCESS FOR INSTITUTIONALIZATION • Next steps • Expanding the Program • Challenges
PROCESS FOR INSTITUTIONALIZATION Analysis
REACTIONS FROM TEACHERS “The best part of TNE was observing the various teaching styles, classroom management strategies, and organizational techniques in each grade level.” -Andrea Deatrick, 6th grade “The TNE Program …was a unique opportunity to take university courses and student teach at the same location… This invaluable experience led to a seamless transition to my first year of teaching.” -Daniel Fisher, 6th grade “The array of observations across all the grade levels and subjects really helped me see the development of the instructional program.” -Amanda Fitzpatrick, 6th grade