Student's learn to be responsible for their own learning by setting goals, self-monitoring, class discussion, teacher conferences and journaling. Teachers can get a better understanding of how students view their progress by getting feedback.
http://ascd.typepad.com/blog/2011/12/the-power-of-student-feedback.html
Friday, December 16, 2011
Thursday, September 8, 2011
Harvard Education Letter
Harvard Education Letter
How do we get students to ask good questions. Here is a six step process that gets the ball rolling.
How do we get students to ask good questions. Here is a six step process that gets the ball rolling.
Monday, August 29, 2011
My Students Help Assess My Teaching
My Students Help Assess My Teaching
Great article that describes how teachers can use authentic student feedback.
Great article that describes how teachers can use authentic student feedback.
Thursday, August 25, 2011
Do you know where you're going?
"If you don't know where you're going, you're probably going to get there." Knowing where we want to go is an important part of planning how we get there. Each school year we start with the goal of students growing and learning so they can move to the next grade. North Carolina gives us all a clear description of what End-of-grade results look like in action. When parents and students receive the results of their hard work at the end of the year they get a level ranging from 1-4. Well, take a look at what the levels mean:
Level 1 students do not have sufficient mastery of knowledge and skills in this subject area to be successful at the next grade level.
Level 2 students demonstrate inconsistent mastery of knowledge and skills in this subject area and are minimally prepared to be successful at the next grade level.
Level 3 students consistently demonstrate mastery of grade-level subjects and skills and are well prepared for the next level.
Level 4 students consistently perform in a superior manner clearly beyond that required to be proficient at grade-level.
The description of achievement levels does not apply to just the End-of-grade tests! We all must work together to make sure students demonstrate mastery in class long before a test at the end of the year. Reaching the goal of mastery and being well-prepared makes it possible for students to plan a future and not have it planned for them. Working together we can create a school where students learn to successfully meet the challenges of "education and life". Let's help students know where they are going and have a plan for getting there.
GO KNIGHTS!!
Level 1 students do not have sufficient mastery of knowledge and skills in this subject area to be successful at the next grade level.
Level 2 students demonstrate inconsistent mastery of knowledge and skills in this subject area and are minimally prepared to be successful at the next grade level.
Level 3 students consistently demonstrate mastery of grade-level subjects and skills and are well prepared for the next level.
Level 4 students consistently perform in a superior manner clearly beyond that required to be proficient at grade-level.
The description of achievement levels does not apply to just the End-of-grade tests! We all must work together to make sure students demonstrate mastery in class long before a test at the end of the year. Reaching the goal of mastery and being well-prepared makes it possible for students to plan a future and not have it planned for them. Working together we can create a school where students learn to successfully meet the challenges of "education and life". Let's help students know where they are going and have a plan for getting there.
GO KNIGHTS!!
Monday, May 9, 2011
The Final Countdown
Achievements
The AMS students took on the Study Island Challenge with Hope Middle. The total blue ribbons collected by AMS 2322 ribbons! The average per student is 6.8. The blue ribbons represent a students mastery of a North Carolina Standard Course of Study objective. Way to go Knights!!
The Ayden Chamber of Commerce sponsored a two day workshop for students through their Leadership Academy. Students received an introduction to the 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens. The collaboration between the Pitt County Schools, AMS and the Chamber is helping our students prepare for the immediate future and beyond.
End-of-Grade Testing
Next week begins End-of-Grade testing! Students and teachers have worked hard throughout the year and are ready to go. We will have our EOG Pep Rally Friday, May 13th. Parents and others interested in volunteering to Proctor for the week can contact the school Secretary, Mrs. Strickland, and let her know which days you are available.
Upcoming Events
Parents of current and rising 6th graders are invited to attend AMS Parent Knight, May 25th, 7-8pm in the media center. We will discuss the transition to middle school and opportunities for parent involvement.
End of Year Award Ceremonies: June 9th
The AMS students took on the Study Island Challenge with Hope Middle. The total blue ribbons collected by AMS 2322 ribbons! The average per student is 6.8. The blue ribbons represent a students mastery of a North Carolina Standard Course of Study objective. Way to go Knights!!
The Ayden Chamber of Commerce sponsored a two day workshop for students through their Leadership Academy. Students received an introduction to the 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens. The collaboration between the Pitt County Schools, AMS and the Chamber is helping our students prepare for the immediate future and beyond.
End-of-Grade Testing
Next week begins End-of-Grade testing! Students and teachers have worked hard throughout the year and are ready to go. We will have our EOG Pep Rally Friday, May 13th. Parents and others interested in volunteering to Proctor for the week can contact the school Secretary, Mrs. Strickland, and let her know which days you are available.
Upcoming Events
Parents of current and rising 6th graders are invited to attend AMS Parent Knight, May 25th, 7-8pm in the media center. We will discuss the transition to middle school and opportunities for parent involvement.
End of Year Award Ceremonies: June 9th
Friday, April 1, 2011
End of the Third Nine Weeks
Nine weeks left in the 2010-11 school year! Winning championships, academic excellence and growing pride in our school and community have all happened this year. Let's finish the year on a high note. Come out and support our baseball, softball, spring concerts and end-of-year activities. Remember the Piggly Wiggly receipt collections for each home room. Go Knights!
Sunday, March 6, 2011
Starting the Journey
Welcome to our new Website! I want to say thank you to Mr. Howell our Media Coordinator for leading the reconstruction of our website. Also, lots of credit to our dedicated teachers for contributing their time and ideas. We hope you will regularly check the website for information and updates.
The Learning Community blog will highlight the students, teachers and parents of Ayden Middle School. We will post pictures, student comments, and information Thank you for being a part of our community.
The Learning Community blog will highlight the students, teachers and parents of Ayden Middle School. We will post pictures, student comments, and information Thank you for being a part of our community.
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