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***Remember [|FAFSA]** **[|Student Loan Forgiveness Programs] For Teachers!** **[|Educators Rising Scholarship Opportunities] Application is online.** **[|The Talent Ed Project]** [|CTE scholarship for those attending community college] [|Scholarships via HHS website] [|Scholarships via BHS website] [|Scholarships via RHS website] See navigation pane on right for multiple scholarship listings

//** College Visit **// //** TCC - Seniors only who will be attending next year - Tuesday, April 26 **//

//** Very Important Information **//
 * Idea for Service Project
 * How to Thank a Teacher. [|Click here]
 * [|Texas A&M Summer Explore Camp] Juniors - to be Seniors 2017

= Week of April 25, 2016 = Book study discussion



YEAR I Interns
Discussion over Part I on Monday, April 25.

Part I: Fall - Through Chapter 4 Discussion 1 Key concepts to discuss: What is the PISA assessment? What is a Hagwon? What could you compare it to? Key characters: Kim Eric Tom Compare and contrast the three main student characters. Discuss on Monday.
 * There will be a blog over part 1
 * [|Click here] for new blog prompt

Your semester final will be based on the book study.

Information will be on the Wiki. media type="youtube" key="I8La4aVSWrM" width="560" height="315" Audio book on [|YouTube] [|CSPAN] discussion [|NPR] - [] [|Link to video on Amazon] [|Ten questions for Amanda Ripley]
 * Resources **

=** Year II Interns - a.m. class **= You've graduated from high school. So now what? What is the next step in the journey toward obtaining the dream of your own classroom? During the next few weeks you will follow the steps to becoming a great teacher. These activities in which you participate will help you have a smooth journey. Watch the video below to find out what the four steps are according to Teach.com.

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In Texas, what are the 5 requirements you must meet to become a teacher? Find these answers by visiting the Texas Education Agency website. [|Click here].

Step 1: Teacher Preparation
Where can you find appropriate teacher education programs? [|Click here] to find a program that fits your needs. Find the institution, location, and the specific name of the major or program of study you would complete. Record on the padlet below to share with your peers. Obtain the password to access the padlet from your teacher.

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Next, visit Teach.com. Explore the website and uncover information about the state in which you plan to teach. Record on the chart in the classroom.

Discuss some of the following programs that offer opportunities to make completing a teacher prep program more attainable.


 * [|TCC - Teacher Education] [|TCC Associates in Teaching] [|BISD/TCC Endowed Scholarship]


 * [|Tech Teach Across Texas] - watch the video for program overview media type="youtube" key="QkoiWL09oRE" width="560" height="315"


 * [|Texas Wesleyan] - tuition opportunity


 * [|Loan Forgiveness]


 * [|FAFSA] Select //**StudentAide.gov**//, then //**Types of Aide.**// Find out what types of aide you might be eligible for.

What are leave behinds? Learn about an item that will keep you on your interviewer's mind. Obtain instructions for Friday's assignment.

=** Year II Interns - p.m. class **=

Step 3: Find a Job
Visit with BISD Human Resources officers as they discuss how to land a job, particularly in Birdville ISD. Suzy Compton and Paige Curry will share tips that will help you secure an interview.

Where are teaching jobs posted? How do you find a teaching position?

[|BISD Job Postings]

How do you find out information about the district in which you are interviewing?

What is the salary schedule? What do teachers make?

[|BISD Salary Schedule]

Teachers' salaries vary from district to district, state to state, and position to position. Review the Birdville ISD salary schedule. What could you plan to earn if you were a first year teacher this year? Include stipends that may apply to your position.

Select one other school district in which you would consider teaching. What salary would be be earning if you were beginning your career now? Record on the Google doc.

How do you prepare for the interview? What questions will they ask? Will you have to do more than answer questions? What should you take along?


 * Letter of application/introduction (including e-portfolio)
 * Completing an application (tips and how-tos)
 * Interview questions/answers
 * Teach a lesson
 * Interview leave-behinds and brag books
 * Your image on social media


 * TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY and THURSDAY, **

__** TEKS for Field Site **__ 10A: The intern will: participate in field based experiences. Apply instructional strategies and concepts within a local educational and training facility.


 * All interns will go to their site schools. [[image:sstevensbctal/school-bus.gif align="right"]]
 * Remember your folder and assignments.
 * Don't forget what the professional dress code looks like! I haven't!
 * Be sure to get your mentor's signature on your attendance log.
 * Arrange for time to teach an activity / lesson with your mentor.
 * Be respectful of each other - get to the bus on time, don't make everyone wait on you!
 * Communicate!

Friday
=** Year I Interns **= Reading Day - Part 2 Intro to Animoto


 * [[image:Smartest kids in the world.jpg align="right"]]Book Study - Part II: Winter Chapters 5-7 **

Discussion 2 - Monday, May 9

Key concepts to discuss


 * Questions to discuss: **
 * Discuss differences Kim saw in the students from Finland versus her classmates in Oklahoma. Specifically, the stoner kid.
 * Describe the process to become a teacher in Finland. Selectivity.
 * Describe the freedoms afforded the students in Finland.
 * What is the peer effect?
 * What about parental involvement?
 * Why do you think these countries have such a respect for education and teachers?
 * What is rigor? How do you add rigor?
 * What role do sports play in the school day of these three countries? What do you think about the importance they have in our education system?
 * What is the best predictor of academic performance?
 * What did they find out about students' diligence in filling out forms?
 * How did Poland transform itself?
 * What is tracking?

** Year II Interns **
Work on your leave behinds? These will be reviewed and evaluated in the interview discussion on May 13 with Mr. Clarence Simmons. Follow the instructions given in class.

Also, complete the new blog prompt to prepare you for a professional interview.

=** All Interns **=

Intro to Animoto
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[|Click here] to apply for your free account

Follow directions: 1. Use the bctal905 gmail address that I give you in class today. 2. Type in your full name 3. Your password is **animoto16** 4. Click on the Education bubble below 5. Click on Start Trial 6. Wait for instructions for your student code. 7. Student code is:a4ea64437b756886758 8. Copy and paste the student code where it says "Redeem a promo code" Look for the "Redeem Promo Code" field. Paste the promo code inside and submit.