Beginning Teacher: GROW Series
Rooted in best practices, this training opportunity will grow beginning teachers through their first three years of teaching. This will include in-person gatherings, classroom visits, and learning walks. Additional supports; such as one-on-one coaching and coaching cycles can also be requested throughout the year. The G.R.O.W. Series is designed by the IMESD instructional coaches with the vision of helping you GROW as a beginning teacher:
G- set GOALS for your year and celebrate your successes
R - REVIEW your classroom management plan, teaching and learning strategies
O-ORGANIZE your classroom space and communication tools
W- WORKSHOP and collaborate with other beginning teachers
Location: La Grande District Office or IMESD La Grande Office Conference Room
*** Location is subject to change- please make sure to complete register for each separate calendar event AND complete the GROW registration form (just once).
Times: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
*Learning Walk/Trainings: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Huddle Dates: #1: Friday, September 20th
#2: Tuesday, October 22nd *Learning Walk in conjunction with training
#3: Friday, December 6th
#4: Friday, January 10th
#5: Thursday, February 20th *Learning Walk in conjunction with training
Celebration Luncheon & GROW Graduation
March- May: Optional one-on-one meetings, coaching cycles, learning walks, and possible specialized workshops (at the request of teachers).
Classroom Visits: #1: September 30th - October 18th
#2: November 4th - 22nd
#3: January 13th - February 14th
#4: April 1st- 25th
If you have any questions please reach out to Instructional Coach Ayla Olson at Ayla.Olson@imesd.k12.or.us or 541-966-4657