How do we help our students stay organized in a world that is constantly changing, with information overload, new demands, and inconsistent schedules? To meet these expectations and be successful in life, executive functioning is required. Educators will receive an overview of executive functioning abilities during this three-day interactive summer institute. Opportunities will be provided to explore and practice strategies that support the development of executive functions. Participants will establish an action plan for student success by the end of the institute.

This course will raise awareness and build capacity in the understanding of the Next Generation Learning Standards (NGLS). Participants will discuss ways to address the unfinished learning that occurred due to the transition to remote or blended learning. Throughout this course, participants will explore the priority learning standards and focus on grade specific learning standards in connection to curriculum, instruction and assessment. Opportunities will be provided to make connections between standards and curricula, in order to, tailor instruction to meet the needs of all learners.

This course will raise awareness and build capacity in the understanding of the Next Generation Learning Standards (NGLS). Participants will discuss ways to address the unfinished learning that occurred due to the transition to remote or blended learning. Throughout this course, participants will explore the priority learning standards and focus on grade specific learning standards in connection to curriculum, instruction and assessment. Opportunities will be provided to make connections between standards and curricula, in order to, tailor instruction to meet the needs of all learners.

Culturally responsive teaching (CRT) is a research-based approach that makes meaningful connections between what students learn in school and their cultures, languages, and life experiences. In this 6 hr summer institute participants will study the theoretical, methodological and practical approaches to recognizing and celebrating culture within their classrooms. Participants will also develop an understanding of what it means to be a culturally competent educator. The institute will use the following questions to guide our learning: What are the critical elements of culturally responsive education? Why does culture matter in today’s classrooms? How can educators develop a culturally responsive lens to engage and develop relationships with students? What strategies can be used to create a culturally responsive environment?