Gateway to Graduation 2008 Toolkit Sessions * Professional Development: Teacher’s Role in Increased Student Engagement * Crossing the Critical Chasms: 8th Grade Algebra & 3rd Grade Reading * Individualized Instruction: Student Centered Approach to Learning Including Formative Assessment & Effective Data Usage
3:00 pm - 3:15 pm
Break
3:15 pm - 5:30 pm
Systemic Reform: Round Robin Topic Sessions (SETDA Member attendance required for reimbursement) * Immersion: One to One * Professional Development * Student Engagement
U. S. Department of Education Meeting (Read below for more information)
8:30 am - 9:00 am
Breakfast and Advocacy Day Kick-Off
9:15 am - 4:00 pm
Legislative Visits – Capitol Hill
USDOE Meeting Description
The purpose of the meeting with State Educational Technology Directors and program coordinators along with Department staff is to discuss and address Title II D program related issues and concerns, answer questions, and provide FY 2008 program updates. This meeting serves as opportunity for the Federal Program Office to have a face-to-face meeting and discussion with grantees, and provide on-site technical assistance. The meeting will also provide States an opportunity to inform the Department as well as other participating States of FY 2008 program plans and activities.
Topics covered during the meeting will include compliance issues, update on reporting requirements, improving communications, program evaluation (NETTS), and building stronger working relationships. The Program Office expects that grantees will provide input and feedback to the Department on ways that it can improve customer service and technical assistance during the upcoming grant year.