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Reading instruction in 3rd grade

by Ericka1

Mar 2, 2010

I had a mentor last year during my internship who conducted his class as follows: We did a warm up, getting students thinking about the upcoming topic; making connections and asking questions before beginning the reading from the basal reader (as instructed in the county curriculum...Baltimore). Then we proceeded to read aloud...the teacher read a ...See More

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former baltimore city teacher I don't know about elementary school, but even in high school, teacher read alouds were stressed because so many of the kids are behind grade level. But the kids were also supposed to read independently with a focus question in mind such as characterization, etc. while the teacher walked around the room and conferred individually with them. This wa...See More

Mar 6, 2010

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Frederick County

by Karen

Mar 3, 2010

Does anyone know whether Frederick County has a structured curriculum? Also, am I wrong but on their website you cannot even fill out a job application unless there is an opening?

Karen

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Karen Is your reading series Storytown in K-5?

Karen

On 3/06/10, hope this helps wrote: > Karen, When you go to the fcps.org homepage, there is a row > of tabs across the top. The blue tab, "departments," has a > drop down menu that includes Human Resources. click on that > and then you should be able to find the teacher app...See More

Mar 9, 2010

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kteacher There is not a single program. The LA curriculum is written in units with various supporting resources. (some examples of supporting resources--Write Source, Lucy Calkins units of study, Linda Hoyt's read alouds)

On 3/09/10, Karen wrote: > Is your reading series Storytown in K-5? > > > Karen > > On 3/06/10, hope this help...See More

Jun 21, 2010

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free field trip on 3/9

by Michele Kravetz

Mar 3, 2010

Want to have a free field trip to Music & Arts in Frederick, MD on 3/9? Introduce your students to music & instruments! (free bus too!)

We had a cancellation and would like to fill this space with a vibrant, excited classroom!

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free field trip on 3/9

by Michele Kravetz

Mar 3, 2010

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Help with Research

by use2befl

Mar 3, 2010

Hi, I am taking a grad class where we have to design a research study. I want to do something in reference to one student- 2nd grade and dyslexic. Since I only tutor and don't teach in a system, my resources are limited. Can anyone rec a good text for help or web site? I do appreciate ANY help. Thanks,

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Curriculum with Voyager Universal Literacy

by Alana

Mar 4, 2010

Does anyone know whether which school districts in Maryland use the Voyager Expanded Learning/Voyager Universal Literacy program as their language arts curriculum?

Alana

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How do you feel about teaching in Maryland?

by Chris

Mar 8, 2010

Hello Maryland Teachers!

I'm searching for a teaching post, and was wondering how the conditions are for teachers in suburban Maryland. I know the salaries were too low to justify relocation, however they seem to have gotten more competitive. Maryland seems like a nice place to live with some wonderful schools! What are your impressions fo...See More

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art teacher You will be hard-pressed to find a music position in MD. You can apply, but Specials teachers aren't exactly in demand. Unless a music teacher retires/quits/gets fired AND the county doesn't have an excessed teacher already that needs the job (which is highly unlikely this year) you aren't going to even get a call. PA and MD have different PRAXIS s...See MoreYou will be hard-pressed to find a music position in MD. You can apply, but Specials teachers aren't exactly in demand. Unless a music teacher retires/quits/gets fired AND the county doesn't have an excessed teacher already that needs the job (which is highly unlikely this year) you aren't going to even get a call. PA and MD have different PRAXIS scores and exams for Music, make sure you look that up to get your license. Some counties are going to give us a pay cut and/or furlough days and perhaps even lay offs. Don't trust the salary scales you see online. It's a little pricy to live in MD...depends how you live and manage your cash.

On 3/14/10, some leads for Chris wrote: > Chris, check out these three sites if you have not already. > > schoolspring.com > > teachers to teachers.com > > educationamerica.net > > All three have up to date job search engines, you can upload > your resume, place pertinent background info, and each one will > notify you via e-mail of jobs in your subject and preferred > geographic areas. > > > > > > On 3/08/10, Chris wrote: >> I'm actually in Music, and Maryland is considered to generally >> have more openings than the surrounding states for Music. I also >> heard my PA certification is well regarded for music in Maryland. >> I'm in NJ now and I sub every day in a large regional district of >> 6 schools, and given the current situation in NJ I'm not so sure >> making my career in NJ would be ideal. Governor Christie scares >> me. I mostly asked my questions due to differences in taxes/cost >> of living. I taught briefly as a first year teacher last year in >> NJ with a starting salary of 49k, but our taxes/rent/etc is higher >> and that's reflected in the salaries. I'm assuming the lower >> Maryland salary reflects a more affordable cost of living. Do you >> feel the Maryland salary and health coverage etc etc equals out to >> the same standard of living for a first year teacher in NJ,PA, or >> NY? I'm guessing it does. Due to NJ making cutbacks to music and >> the economy in general, I plan on applying in many states. >> >> >> >> On 3/08/10, What makes you think there are jobs here? wrote: >>> Jobs are very scarce here, same as everywhere else,so your >>> questions are not really relevant. Teachers are looking for >>> jobs all over the country and will drive hundreds of miles >>> for a job fair, etc. You may have heard that the economy is >>> less awful here than other parts of the country but the >>> counties in suburban MD are not even taking on new subs >>> because they already have plenty. Even instructional >>> assistant positions get hundreds of applications. This >>> doesn't specifically relate to teacher jobs, but there was an >>> article in the Washington Post today about thousands of >>> people with advanced degrees applying for part-time temp jobs >>> as census workers. So if you think there are greener pastures >>> here, forget it. >>> >>> >>> On 3/08/10, Chris wrote: >>>> Hello Maryland Teachers! >>>> >>>> I'm searching for a teaching post, and was wondering how the >>>> conditions are for teachers in suburban Maryland. I know the >>>> salaries were too low to justify relocation, however they >>>> seem to have gotten more competitive. Maryland seems like a >>>> nice place to live with some wonderful schools! What are >>>> your impressions for beginning teachers? Is starting pay >>>> there appropriate for the cost of living? Do you you >>>> contribute to medical and if so do you feel it's a fair >>>> amount? How are your pension plans? Is Maryland a place >>>> where one could make a decent teaching career? Thank you all >>>> for your input.

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Chris Thanks for your input, but believe it or not, I've already gotten a few interviews in Maryland! Some counties do have displaced teachers, but Maryland is a net importer of music teachers as your university depts are not huge. It's not as easy to get a music job in MD as it used to be, but it's still easier than PA or NJ right now. Thank you for the...See MoreThanks for your input, but believe it or not, I've already gotten a few interviews in Maryland! Some counties do have displaced teachers, but Maryland is a net importer of music teachers as your university depts are not huge. It's not as easy to get a music job in MD as it used to be, but it's still easier than PA or NJ right now. Thank you for the warning regarding the salary scale/furloughs.

Chris

On 4/16/10, art teacher wrote: > You will be hard-pressed to find a music position in MD. You can apply, > but Specials teachers aren't exactly in demand. Unless a music teacher > retires/quits/gets fired AND the county doesn't have an excessed teacher > already that needs the job (which is highly unlikely this year) you > aren't going to even get a call. > PA and MD have different PRAXIS scores and exams for Music, make sure > you look that up to get your license. > Some counties are going to give us a pay cut and/or furlough days and > perhaps even lay offs. Don't trust the salary scales you see online. > It's a little pricy to live in MD...depends how you live and manage your > cash. > > > On 3/14/10, some leads for Chris wrote: >> Chris, check out these three sites if you have not already. >> >> schoolspring.com >> >> teachers to teachers.com >> >> educationamerica.net >> >> All three have up to date job search engines, you can upload >> your resume, place pertinent background info, and each one will >> notify you via e-mail of jobs in your subject and preferred >> geographic areas. >> >> >> >> >> >> On 3/08/10, Chris wrote: >>> I'm actually in Music, and Maryland is considered to generally >>> have more openings than the surrounding states for Music. I also >>> heard my PA certification is well regarded for music in Maryland. >>> I'm in NJ now and I sub every day in a large regional district of >>> 6 schools, and given the current situation in NJ I'm not so sure >>> making my career in NJ would be ideal. Governor Christie scares >>> me. I mostly asked my questions due to differences in taxes/cost >>> of living. I taught briefly as a first year teacher last year in >>> NJ with a starting salary of 49k, but our taxes/rent/etc is higher >>> and that's reflected in the salaries. I'm assuming the lower >>> Maryland salary reflects a more affordable cost of living. Do you >>> feel the Maryland salary and health coverage etc etc equals out to >>> the same standard of living for a first year teacher in NJ,PA, or >>> NY? I'm guessing it does. Due to NJ making cutbacks to music and >>> the economy in general, I plan on applying in many states. >>> >>> >>> >>> On 3/08/10, What makes you think there are jobs here? wrote: >>>> Jobs are very scarce here, same as everywhere else,so your >>>> questions are not really relevant. Teachers are looking for >>>> jobs all over the country and will drive hundreds of miles >>>> for a job fair, etc. You may have heard that the economy is >>>> less awful here than other parts of the country but the >>>> counties in suburban MD are not even taking on new subs >>>> because they already have plenty. Even instructional >>>> assistant positions get hundreds of applications. This >>>> doesn't specifically relate to teacher jobs, but there was an >>>> article in the Washington Post today about thousands of >>>> people with advanced degrees applying for part-time temp jobs >>>> as census workers. So if you think there are greener pastures >>>> here, forget it. >>>> >>>> >>>> On 3/08/10, Chris wrote: >>>>> Hello Maryland Teachers! >>>>> >>>>> I'm searching for a teaching post, and was wondering how the >>>>> conditions are for teachers in suburban Maryland. I know the >>>>> salaries were too low to justify relocation, however they >>>>> seem to have gotten more competitive. Maryland seems like a >>>>> nice place to live with some wonderful schools! What are >>>>> your impressions for beginning teachers? Is starting pay >>>>> there appropriate for the cost of living? Do you you >>>>> contribute to medical and if so do you feel it's a fair >>>>> amount? How are your pension plans? Is Maryland a place >>>>> where one could make a decent teaching career? Thank you all >>>>> for your input.

Apr 29, 2010

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Storytown

by Mary

Mar 8, 2010

I read sometime back that some counties use Harcourt Trophies and Harcourt Storytown. Anyone have a clue as to which counties use them?

Thanks,

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Opportunity for High School Students interested in regional

by Deborah Kerson Bilek

Mar 9, 2010

Dear Teachers:

I write with an exciting extra-curricular opportunity for students who are interested in government, planning, transportation, and policy, and would ask that you circulate the attached information about this opportunity accordingly.

The Community Leadership Institute (CLI) on transportation planning issues is a trem...See MoreDear Teachers:

I write with an exciting extra-curricular opportunity for students who are interested in government, planning, transportation, and policy, and would ask that you circulate the attached information about this opportunity accordingly.

The Community Leadership Institute (CLI) on transportation planning issues is a tremendous learning opportunity for students. During this Saturday workshop, students will learn how, where, and when transportation planning decisions are made in the Washington region. Through a variety of case studies and group activities, students will also learn how to connect the interests of their communities with the planning issues facing the entire Washington region. The curriculum covers concepts such as linking transportation with land-use, effective advocacy, and the role of government in planning. CLI also provides real-world context for linking theory to practice, and enables students to grasp the impact that they can have on their communities.

The CLI is hosted by the National Capital Region Transportation Planning Board (TPB), the federally designated Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) that is charged with coordinating transportation planning and funding for the Metropolitan Washington Region. The TPB is committed to investing in the knowledge of leaders across the region, and is comprised of representatives of local governments, state transportation agencies, state and DC legislatures, and WMATA. Two former TPB Chairs, Peter Shapiro and Kathy Porter, will facilitate the CLI, bringing their skills in leadership development and their wealth of experience as former elected officials.

The CLI is free to accepted participants, and meals will be included as part of the program. Interested candidates may apply by submitting an application (available at [link removed].

Additional information, including an application, may be found by visiting the Transportation Planning Board’s CLI website at [link removed].

Thanks very much for your consideration!

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MERC 2010

by Seeking a job

Mar 10, 2010

Hello,

So I m actively seeking employement in the state of MD, came upon this website for MERC and was wondering is this a good place to start. Has anybody been to this event and been hired or is it just another cattle fest where everyone is running from table to table and getting no leads on jobs? What should I expect?

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Susan I went and it was extremely crowded. I think the email said it was like 3500 people there. I don't know why they don't make the room bigger. I only hit a few counties. Just about everybody said to apply online and that they won't make their hiring considerations until late July and August. Some said that they are only hiring so you can be put into ...See More

Apr 12, 2010

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N. Nicholson On 3/10/10, Seeking a job wrote: > Hello, > > So I m actively seeking employement in the state of MD, > came upon this website for MERC and was wondering is this a > good place to start. Has anybody been to this event and > been hired or is it just another cattle fest where everyone > is running from table to table and getting ...See More

Apr 13, 2010

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