1. LAUSD DI/BTSA INDUCTION Orientation 2010-2011
Welcome!
LAUSD DI/BTSA INDUCTION Orientation
Slide 1: Welcome (Slides 1-2 = 2 minutes)
Welcome to the orientation session for Year II BTSA Induction Program Participants. I am Peggy Taylor Presley and I serve as the Director for the LAUSD BTSA Induction Program. I’m joined by members of the LAUSD Induction team who will be working with you today. I’d like to take a few moments to introduce members of our team.

2. Expected Outcomes
BTSA Program participants will review those components needed to complete the program in order to receive a recommendation for a clear credential.
BTSA Program participants will review key elements of the formative assessment system as they relate to their professional practice (FACT).
Slide 4: Expected Outcomes (Slides 4-8 = 5 minutes)
The “why” of today’s session are shared on our next two slides. We want you to be able to:
Review components related to program completion
Review key elements of the formative assessment system which aligns with your program design

3. Expected Outcomes (continued)
BTSA Induction participants will link aspects of the Essential Components of Instruction with the Quality of Teaching and Learning Rubric for effective instruction.
BTSA Induction participants will identify key calendar dates and timelines essential to completion of the program by June 30, 2011.
Slide 5: Expected Outcomes (Slides 4-8 = 5 minutes)
You will have the opportunity to see the connections between the Essential Components of Instruction with the Quality of Teaching and Learning Rubric

4. Guiding Questions
How might I use the information that I am learning today to inform my practice and increase my effectiveness in the classroom?
What calendar dates and program components are critical to my completion of the program and who do I contact if I have questions?
How do the characteristics of my students influence the structure of my classroom, learning environment and instructional planning?
Slide 6: Guiding Questions (Slides 4-8 = 5 minutes)
Our guiding questions have been crafted to assist you in identifying how today’s session and BTSA Induction components align to assist you in growing as a professional educator. Which of these questions represents a priority for you?

5. BTSA Eligibility Criteria
You must hold a California Preliminary Teaching Credential
You must be a teacher of record (have a classroom) within LAUSD or a Charter school within the LAUSD boundaries that has an agreement with us
If you have received a Reduction in Force (RIF) notice, but have fortunately been re-assigned in a full time teaching position or have a long-term substitute assignment of at least one semester
Slide 7: BTSA Eligibility Criteria (Slides 4-8 = 5 minutes)
Individuals who are here today must meet two of the three eligibity criteria which appear on the screen. If you have a question regarding your eligibilty-pease see a member of our Induction team to seek clarification of your status. Our team members will be found at the rear of the room.

6. “We will not let you fail.”
Marva Collins
Slide 8: Quote (Slides 4-8 = 5 minutes)
This is our commitment. Your success is our success. We will do everything within our power to support and assist you.
However, you must make a commitment to be an active participant in your learning. Remember, the state of California has set the renewal requirements for teachers.
Don’t lose sight of your role and responsibilities.

7. LAUSD BTSA Orientation
Professional Ethics
LAUSD BTSA Orientation
Slide 9: Professional Ethics (Slides = 2 minutes)
Our next few slides will assist in a brief review of our professional ethics and expectations

8. Dispositions Professionalism Know & Complete Your Requirements
Communication
Reflective Practice & Commitment to Improving as an Educator
Integrity-Personal, Professional, Academic
Fairness & Respect, All Can Learn
Evidence Based Self-Assessment
Slide 10: Dispositions (Slides = 2 minutes)
It is important that we share key expectations and assumptions regarding your commitment to the program and process.

9. Expectations Follow Timelines and Guidelines Professionalism
Commitment to Professionalism & Growth
Full engagement in the process
Access to/Use of Technology
Slide 11: Expectations (Slides = 2 minutes)
We ask that you take an active role in your quest for your clear credential. Your major responsibilities are identified on this slide.

10. Timeline Completion of all components
Summary of Teaching Practice
Preliminary Credential
BTSA Orientation
FACT
Seminars
Mid Year Advisement
Completion of all components =
Recommendation for Clear Credential
Slide 12: Timeline (Slides = 2 minutes)
Our timeline provides an overview of the key components for Year II participants. Completion will yield the recommendation for the clear credential

11. Outcomes/Big Ideas/Goals
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Continue to focus on your growth as a professional educator
Student learning/achievement = central objective of increasing professional skills and knowledge
Use of formative assessment contributes to:
Inquiry process to examine practice and demonstrate growth
Collaboration
Induction standards and evidence frame professional development
Slide 13: Outcomes/Big Ideas/Goals (Slides = 2 minutes)
Goals of Year II Program
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12. Continued Areas of District Emphasis
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Code of Conduct
Child Abuse--Recognition and Response
RtI2
Data-Based Decision Making
Slide 14: Continued Areas of District Emphasis (Slides = 2 minutes)
During year II will continue to stress the four areas identified on the slide.
Additional information regarding each topic will be found on the resources page which is on the left hand pocket of your folder.
--Appropriative professional behavior with students and staff
--Follow state and district mandates for issues of suspected/possible child abuse
--Support of student learning through the application of response to instruction and intervention
--Instructional planning for students must link to data-based decision making
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13. Quality of Teaching & Learning Rubric
New Areas of Emphasis
Quality of Teaching
&
Learning Rubric
Slide 15: New Areas of Emphasis (Slides = 4 minutes)
As teachers our major function is to teach. We’d like to spend some time looking key components of teaching and learning.

14. Quality Teaching and Learning Rubric
Insert rubric
Slide 16: Quality of Teaching and Learning Rubric (Slides = 4 minutes)
The chart on the screen will also be found in your packet. The five dimensions relate to dimensions which must be in evidence for students to learn. As our district adopts the Quality of Teaching and Learning, you will see that these are familiar elements. What is new, is our adoption of a common language and vision for the act of teaching. We recognize that with effective teaching comes student learning and achievement.
You will be introduced to these dimensions during today’s breakout session.

15. Quality of Teaching and Learning Rubric
Quality of Teaching and Learning Rubric helps us to identify and measure quality instruction using a common language
Intellectual Challenge
Learning Environment
Discourse
Lesson Cycle
Assessment
Slide 17: Quality of Teaching and learning Rubric (Slides = 4 minutes)
Although there are 5 Dimensions as listed on slide, we will be focusing on only three.
Intellectual Challenge
Learning Environment
Discourse 15

16. Superintendent’s 4 Core Strategies
Data-Based Instruction
Supporting All of Our Employees
Transparent Budgeting
Quality Schools
Slide 18: Superintendent’s 4 Core Strategies (Slides = 2 minutes)
Each week Mr. Cortines addresses each of these four core strategies:
Data-based Instruction
Supporting All of Our Employees
Transparent Budgeting
Quality of Schools

17. Slide 19: Snapshot of newsletter) (Slides 18 - 19 = 2 minutes)
LAUSD staff receive weekly updates from our superintendent. He has a consistent focus each week. Be sure to stay tuned to his informed messages.

18. Year 2 FACT
Context for Teaching/Assessment of Teaching Practice—Update
Inquiry 2
Inquiry 3 WAIVED!!!!!
Summary of Teaching Practice
Slide 20: Year 2 FACT (Slides = 4 minutes)
This slide shows the Formative Assessment components for Year II participants who are using the Formative Assessment for California Teachers. Additional attention will be given to your work in this area during the breakout session. Please note that we have waived the requirement for a 3rd Inquiry. This should allow for a sufficient amount of time to complete the revised requirements.

19. Support Providers
Your Support Provider is there to assist and guide your completion of your induction process
For the academic year there may be a delay in assignment of your Support Provider as a new system is in place
Sign up on the Learning Zone for the FACT Work Time sessions in your Local District
Slide 21: Support Providers (Slides = 4 minutes)
Your support provider remains your lifeline in BTSA. We are implementing an updated selection process so that you may receive the highest level of support that we can provide for you. FACT Work Time Sessions will be available to you in the interim period of receiving an assigned support Provider. Please go t the Learning Zone to sign up for your Local District sessions.

20. California Professional Clear Teaching Credential
The Road to Completion
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BTSA
is the path for
Obtaining my
California Professional Clear Teaching Credential
Slide 22: The Road to Completion (Slides = 2 minutes)
Key elements to completion of the BTSA induction Program. Read aloud the mantra!
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21. Slide 23: Snapshot of a State of California Clear Credential (Slides 22 - 24 = 2 minutes)
This is your goal. You can reach the end of the BTSA road this year.,

22. Key Components/Year 2 Orientation Formative Assessment (FACT)
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Orientation
Formative Assessment (FACT)
Work with Support Provider
3 Seminars
1st Semester Local District
Mid-Year Advisement
2nd Semester Local District
Portfolio Review/Summary of Teaching Practice
Surveys/Evaluation
Anything not completed in Year One
Slide 24: Key Components/Year 2 (Slides = 2 minutes)
This slide identifies the key components of year II. Note that the list element addresses any item which was not completed during your first year in BTSA.
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23. Registration Registration is required for ALL BTSA events
Log into the Learning Zone to register
Registration
Rescheduling
Printing Your Confirmation
Slide 25: Registration (Slides = 5 minutes)
Registration is required for all sessions. LAUSD participants must register using Learning Zone. Our charter school participants will use the link on the LAUSD BTSA website for access your registration information.

24. Registering on the Learning Zone
Login to the Learning Zone using your LAUSD Single Sign-In
Click the tab for "Courses"
Click “Search Certificate"
Under Certificate Name, enter "BTSA"
Click "Search"
Select “LAUSD BTSA Extended  09 10”
Click ENROLL NOW
Slide 26: Registering on the Learning Zone (Slides = 5 minutes)

25. Also Register For
BTSA-Induction Advisement, Context for Teaching & Assessment of Teaching Practice 2
1 salary point
BTSA-Inquiry: CSTP/Summary of Teaching Practice 2
2 salary points
Slide 27: Registration (Slides = 5 minutes)

26. Year 1 Classes Please DO NOT register for Year 1 classes!
BTSA Staff will handle your registration for these sections
Slide 28: Registration (Slides = 5 minutes)

27. Selected Participants
On-line Portfolio
Pilot Program for
Selected Participants
Slide 29: On-line Portfolio (Slides = 5 minutes)

28. For Consideration Only
The on-line portfolio process is a pilot program
You may inquire with your Local District BTSA Specialist about pilot availability if interested
Slide 30: On-line Portfolio (Slides = 5 minutes)

29. The Road to Completion
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Complete the requirements as outlined on the Portfolio checklist
Attend your Portfolio Review/Summary of Teaching Practice Session
Complete the Request for Verification of Completion Document
Slide 31: The Road to Completion (Slides = 5 minutes)
Your portfolio checklist will assist you in tracking your progress along the road to completion
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30. The Road to Completion (Cont.)
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You will receive an message outlining the procedure to file for your credential
Make an appointment to go the credential unit at the Beaudry Building
Take valid identification
Be prepared to use a valid form of payment for the state credential fee
Slide 32: The Road to Completion, Cont. (Slides = 5 minutes)
After you successful conclude your portfolio review you will receive an which will outline the procedures you will need to follow so that you may file for your credential
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31. Completion Guidelines
Requirement
Due Date
Orientation
You Are Here!
Local District Fall Seminar
October or November
Context for Teaching Update
January 2011
Mid-Year Support & Advisement
January or February
LAUSD Survey
Local District Spring Seminar
March or April
State Survey
Spring
Inquiry Completion
Early May
Portfolio Review/Summary of Teaching Practice
April/May/Beginning of June
Completion Date
May 27, 2011
File for Credential
JUNE 2011
Slide 33: Completion Guidelines (Slides = 5 minutes)
Your packet includes a review of the key program components for year II and a suggested timeline. We sincerely suggest that you attempt to stay focused and on schedule. It will help you to reach your goal.
* In addition to anything not completed in Year 1

32. Completion Date
You should plan to complete all requirements (Year 1 & Year 2) by May 27, so that you will have time to apply for your credential before the end of the school year
Slide 34: Completion Date (Slides = 5 minutes)
(Ask participant to read the slide)

33. Closure
Please remove your “Steps to Completion” handout and “test” yourself on your knowledge of the BTSA Completion process
Slide 36: Closure (Slides = 2 minutes)
As a recap, pull out your steps to completion document and ‘test” yourself” on the BTSA completion process.

34. Contact We are here to help—if you have questions or
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We are here to help—if you have questions or
need assistance please feel free to contact us.
Contact information for the Local District BTSA
Specialists can be found on our website:
Click on the staff link on the left.
Or call Central Office BTSA at (213)
Slide 37: Contact Information (Slides = 2 minutes)
Your BTSA lifeline is available 24/7 from our website. Additional life support is also available.
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