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WORKSHOP A: K–2
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Morning Session:
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Nonfiction Writing Units of Study focusing on Grades K–2 Nonfiction "All-About" Books Unit of Study & Gail Gibbons Author Study
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Afternoon Session:
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A Focus on Grammar Instruction: Grades K–2
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WORKSHOP B: 3–5
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Morning Session:
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Nonfiction Writing Units of Study focusing on Grades 3–5 Nonfiction and Literary Nonfiction Units of Study
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Afternoon Session:
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A Focus on Grammar Instruction: Grades 3–5
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WORKSHOP C: 6–8
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Morning and Afternoon Sessions:
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Persuasive Essay Writing Unit of Study with a focus on the
Content Areas
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| Nonfiction Writing Units of Study
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Nonfiction writing has many text forms and purposes. Students need to be
given authentic purposes for writing nonfiction, such as: nonfiction writers write to inform or explain.
In these workshops, teachers of grades K–8 will examine various forms of nonfiction, including "All-About" Books, Nonfiction,
and Essay. Teachers will focus on a nonfiction unit of study in writing workshop.
Teachers will:
- Read mentor texts and examine nonfiction features;
- Study the process nonfiction authors use when generating, developing, and researching ideas;
- Name the structure or organization of various nonfiction texts; and
- Identify specific goals and assessments for nonfiction writing.
Teachers will take away great book lists, mini-lessons, and assessment tools. This is sure to be an informative, fact-filled day!
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| A Focus on Grammar Instruction: Using Authentic Models of Literature to Support Our Young Writers
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Join us for a workshop that will demonstrate how to use authentic literature as models in order to ensure that students' written messages are clear, correct, and engaging for readers.
This workshop will address:
- Interactive read-aloud with a grammar and conventions lens: students discuss the rules and usage of key grammar and conventions concepts and skills;
- The Fundamentals of Grammar and Conventions and Common Core Standards;
- The impact of grammar and conventions on other parts of the literacy block: Writing Workshop, Guided Reading, and Independent Reading; and
- Grammar and Conventions mini-lessons, conferences, and independent practice.
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PAT POLLACK
Pat was an elementary classroom teacher for 19 years, an Assistant
Principal for two years, and a Principal for six years. She has also
taught graduate courses in Literacy Instruction at Iona College
and Long Island University. She holds a BS degree in Elementary Education/Psychology
from SUNY Oswego, an MS degree in Reading and Literacy from St. Thomas
Aquinas College, and a Certificate of Advanced Study in School Administration
and Supervision from SUNY New Paltz. Pat recently developed Schoolwide's "How
Writers Work: Launching a Writing Workshop" Units of Study for
grades K and 1 and currently writes the K–8 Lessons of the Week for the SchoolwideNetwork
web site. Her passion for engaging children in purposeful learning
is very important to her. She is an advocate for encouraging children
to become lifelong learners while evolving and growing as readers
and writers.
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DARLENE FARRACE-PROTT
Darlene holds a certification in Elementary Education and has more than 14 years classroom experience. She received a BA from Kean University in
New Jersey, and is currently completing course work towards a master’s degree in Educational Administration. Darlene is a cofounder of NJ Teacher
2 Teacher, LLC, which was established in 2003 to provide teachers with high quality professional development. Her vocation as a staff developer
includes traveling to many districts presenting workshops in Language Arts and Mathematics. Darlene is excited to share her experience, ideas,
and strategies with other professionals in the field of education.
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NICOLE PEPE
Nicole Pepe is cofounder and lead presenter for NJ Teacher to Teacher, LLC, which provides high-quality professional development for educators
throughout the tri-state area. Nicole has more than 7 years teaching experience in grades K-6, with a special interest in balanced literacy. In
addition, she is a supervisor of Rutgers teaching interns and presents workshops for various organizations, such as the Center for Effective
School Practices (CESP). She earned a bachelor of science in elementary education from the University of Wisconsin – Madison, and graduated with
honors from Rutgers University with a master’s in elementary education.
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