CAGC's Higher Education partner is Concordia University of Wisconsin. An added bonus with the Closing the Achievement Gap professional development opportunities is that valuable graduate credit is offered through Concordia University with successful completion of workshops, seminars and symposiums.
Closing The Achievement Gap Consortium Presents: Transformational Literacy Practices The
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Closing The Achievement Gap Consortium Presents: Transformational Literacy Practices
The Transformational Literacy Practices series will equip educators with practices that can increase student engagement and have deep impact on student achievement. Tailored to address the unique needs in primary and secondary levels, each session in this series will offer evinced=based learning, practical strategies that you can implement immediately, and resources to continue in your learning journey.
Grades K-5 Inclusive Practices to Nurture Literacy Development
This series, aligned with the guidelines of the 2023 Wisconsin Act 20, will delve into science-based early reading components, intentional inclusion of diverse texts, and the role of grade-level texts across K-5. Educators will gain insights, strategies, and resources to cultivate culturally rich and inclusive early literacy experiences. Through reflective practices, discussions, and valuable resources, participants will leave equipped to enhance literacy development in their classrooms while embracing cultural diversity and meeting the standards set by Wisconsin Act 20.
In this series, participants will explore the significance of disciplinary literacy and its transformative impact on education. Each session will follow the Gradual Release of Responsibility Model in which the instructor will model concepts and scaffolds followed by interactive participation leading to application within each classroom. Individual virtual coaching is available to offer support and nonevaluative feedback. Join us on a journey to discover strategies for mentoring students towards achieving a higher level of literacy specific to content areas.
These sessions are appropriate for teachers of any content areas, coaches, and leaders.
Join us this summer from July 23rd to July 26th, 2024, at Carthage College in Kenosha, WI, for an
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Join us this summer from July 23rd to July 26th, 2024, at Carthage College in Kenosha, WI, for an unforgettable experience aimed at fostering academic excellence and personal growth among young African American men and women.
The AAYI is designed to equip students with the tools and support they need to excel academically and achieve their full potential. Our mission is clear: to uplift and empower African American youth towards higher levels of academic performance in a K-12 setting.
The CAGC and CESA 1 have partnered again this year for the upcoming Recruitment Fair. Interested
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The CAGC and CESA 1 have partnered again this year for the upcoming Recruitment Fair. Interested school districts can participate in this educational recruitment event by referring to the information provided below.
Date: Wednesday, April 24, 2024 Time: 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM Location: Wauwatosa West High School, 11400 Center Street, Wauwatosa, WI 53222
The fair welcomes all education professionals, including administrative staff, teachers, pupil services, educational assistants, and those in the process of obtaining their license.
Interested CESA #1 schools or districts are invited to reserve a booth at the fair. The fair is a free event.
Pre-registration is encouraged, and a list of pre-registered candidates will be shared with recruiters in advance. On-site registration will be available on the day of the fair.
We believe that your participation in this event will enable your school district to connect with a diverse pool of talented professionals. If you have any questions or need further information, please feel free to contact us.
For booth reservations and additional information, please contact Lauren Bice at lbice@cesa1.k12.wi.us
Members of the Closing the Achievement Gap Consortium (CAGC) have named Dr. Sue Savaglio-Jarvis the next President of the consortium effective July 1, 2019. Dr. Savaglio-Jarvis currently serves as the Superintendent of Kenosha Unified School District.
BY: KALI THIEL, CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY AFFAIRS April 19, 2018. Editor's note: This story first appeared in the spring 2018 issue of the Concordian, the official magazine of Concordia University Wisconsin.
The CAGC is partnering with CESA #1 and SPAMM to host an annual Teacher Recruitment Fair on April 7, 2018. Join us at Shorewood High School for a great opportunity to network face-to-face with school representatives in advance of the 2018-19 hiring season!
CAGC leaders, Phillip Ertl, Monica Kelsey-Brown, Elliott Moeser and Larry Smalley, will present in Nashville, Tennessee on Saturday February 17, 2018. Presentation Title: Cooperation, Collaboration and Coordination in the Pursuit of Equity.
Consortium member, Matthew Joynt will present at the 2018 Wisconsin State ACT Organization Conference on Tuesday, February 13, 2018. Presentation Title: EDUCATION FOR ALL!
BY: KALI THIEL, UNIVERSITY AFFAIRS June 23, 2017. Concordia University Wisconsin?s School of Education honored the outgoing superintendent of Mequon-Thiensville schools yesterday for his ongoing partnership with Concordia, specifically its efforts to support marginalized and low-achieving students.
The Closing the Achievement Gap Consortium has recently formed a partnership with the State of Wisconsin Department of Children and Families (hereinafter known as DCF). The Closing the Achievement Gap Consortium (hereinafter known as CAGC) and DCF share a common purpose of seeking to enrich the lives of youth in Southeastern Wisconsin through ensuring they are safe and actively engaged in their community. To that end, this summer, DCF and CAGC will work together to provide programming to over 160 African American males through the 3rd annual African American Male Initiative Summer Institute (hereinafter known as AAMI SI). Visit the above link to learn more.
Members of the Closing the Achievement Gap Consortium have named Mr. Larry Smalley the next President of the consortium effective July 1, 2017. Mr. Smalley is the current Superintendent of Schools of the Glendale-River Hills School District. Mr. Smalley is one of the five founding Superintendents of the Closing the Achievement Gap Consortium. Mr. Smalley's vision of ensuring equity in educational attainment for all students has helped him lead his school district for the past decade. Visit the above link to learn more.
