Webinars

Content provided by: 5 Steps to Building an At-Risk Student Model It is important for school districts to create and implement "On-Track Early Warning Systems" in order to identify students that are at risk for academic failure, disengagement, and mental health concerns. Through the systematic use of data, educators can promote more effective prevention and intervention services, while better understanding the root causes of these student issues. In this webinar, we will address the importance of implementing an "On-Track Early Warning System." We will also take a deep look into what a comprehensive "Early Warning System" looks like, including how data is most effectively used to build one. Also included will be an exploration of the following: Research-based methodologies and measures for identifying at-risk students A step-by-step process to create and implement an Early Warning System Existing models in use today, reviewing the most predictive indicators and cut points. Guest: Chris Balow, Ph.D., director of professional development, Illuminate Education Dr. Balow has been involved in education for over 30 years with former roles including district administrator of research & assessment, district RTI coordinator, district lead school psychologist, and university adjunct lecturer. His areas of expertise include assessment design, MTSS/RTI, student academic, and behavioral and social/emotional interventions. This webinar will be moderated by Jim Yang, senior director of marketing, Illuminate Education REGISTER HERE Content provided by: The Power of Data and Digital Resources: Boosting Science Achievement Through Informed Instruction What role can digital resources play in driving engagement, authentic understanding, and incremental gains in K-12 science? Join this conversation between education leaders as they reveal how digital resources have been a key driver in their summative and formative assessment efforts. Barb Reinert from Scottsdale Unified School District, Ariz., will share how her team has garnered widespread science gains by helping educators prepare students for state assessments using a targeted collected of digital resources. Luis Solano from Collier County Public Schools, Fla., will explain how his educators are using technology enhanced tools in classrooms to maximize formative assessment efforts and provide students with a relevant and engaging learning experience. Guests: Barbara Reinert, curriculum science specialist, PreK-12, Scottsdale Unified School District, Ariz. Luis Solano, associate superintendent, curriculum & instruction, Collier County Public Schools, Fla. This webinar will be moderated by Amy Gensemer, director of science curriculum, Discovery Education REGISTER HERE