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Academy for New Teachers

 
The purpose of this five-day academy is to provide support, effective strategies, and useful resources to first year teachers that will challenge, motivate, and inspire them as they work toward becoming tomorrow's master teachers. Participants will learn research-based strategies and practice techniques that will assist them during the critical first year of teaching.

Topics include:
 
  • Becoming an Effective Teacher
  • Getting Ready for the First Days
  • Classroom Management
  • Effective Discipline
  • Instructional Ideas and Strategies
  • Working with Parents
  • Working with a Mentor
  • Tools of Technology
     
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    2007-2008 Dates for Elementary and Secondary Sessions:

    Day 1-2:     August 8-9, 2007 (Make-up: September 12-13, 2007)

    Day 3:        October 17, 2007

    Day 4:        December 6, 2007

    Day 5:        January 31, 2008

    For more information, please contact:

    Allison Silvertooth, (806) 677-5181

    Important Sites for First Year Teachers

    TEKS

    TAKS Information Booklets

    TAKS Study Guides

    TAKS Blueprints

    Math TEKS Toolkit

    Science Teacher Toolkit

    Social Studies Center

    Language Arts

     
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