Elevate your school's writing instruction with our Portrait of a Proficient Writer training. This comprehensive session focuses on utilizing proficiency scales and vertical progressions from the STEP UP ELA MATT book to define and develop proficient writers across all grade levels, from Kindergarten to 12th grade.

Key Features:

• Proficiency Portraits: Participants will create detailed "portraits of a proficient writer" for each grade level, K-12, providing clear benchmarks for student writing skills.

• In-Depth Analysis: Examine and refine the processes, rubrics, and practices necessary for fostering a strong writing culture within your school.

• Practical Implementation: Learn actionable strategies for implementing these tools and practices in your classroom, ensuring a consistent and effective writing program school-wide.

• Collaborative Learning: Engage with peers to share insights, experiences, and develop a cohesive approach to writing instruction.

Benefits:

• Clarity and Consistency: Gain a clear understanding of what proficient writing looks like at each grade level, ensuring consistent expectations and assessments.

• Enhanced Writing Culture: Develop and promote a school-wide culture of writing that encourages and supports all students in becoming proficient writers.

• Effective Tools and Strategies: Walk away with practical tools and strategies that can be immediately applied to improve writing instruction and student outcomes.

• Professional Collaboration: Network with other educators, share best practices, and build a community of support and continuous improvement.

Join us for this transformative training and take the first step towards creating a culture of proficient writing in your school community.

Price: $250 per participant (Price includes ELA Vertical Progression Book!)