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A Model Parent Involvement Program, Donna J. Kiehn
A Model Parent Involvement Program, Donna J. Kiehn
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It is vital that educators provide opportunities for parents to become partners in the education of their children. With an increased emphasis on parent involvement, educators are seeking new ways to involve families in their children's education. Parent involvement can and should take a variety of forms. The purpose of this project was to design and develop a program for elementary schools that details how a parent involvement model of "Family Fun Nights" could help provide parents with a better understanding and knowledge of the Washington State Essential Academic Learning Requirements. The format also allows an opportunity for parents to …
The Importance Of Phonemic Awareness: Developing Phonemic Awareness In First Grade Students Through A Backpacking Program, Shannon Kaye Sanger
The Importance Of Phonemic Awareness: Developing Phonemic Awareness In First Grade Students Through A Backpacking Program, Shannon Kaye Sanger
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The role of phonemic awareness in beginning reading acquisition was researched. Studies suggested that the presence of phonemic awareness in young children facilitates learning to read. Research also suggested a positive relationship between parental involvement and reading acquisition. A handbook containing activities designed for use in a backpacking program was created. The activities involve parents in developing phonemic awareness in their children. These activities are to be sent home with students and completed with the assistance of their parents. The handbook also contains assessments and instructions for teachers regarding the implementation of this backpacking program.
Repeated Reading: Using Audiotaped Books And Activities To Help At-Risk Readers, Wendy S. Stover
Repeated Reading: Using Audiotaped Books And Activities To Help At-Risk Readers, Wendy S. Stover
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The purpose of this project was to determine whether repeated reading with an audio model would significantly supplement the literacy instruction of atrisk readers. Research related to reading practice, the relationship between fluency and reading development, and repeated reading was read, evaluated, and summarized. A positive relationship between repeated reading and reading growth (i.e., fluency and comprehension) was indicated from this review. The literature review provided a rational and guidelines for using repeated reading with at-risk readers. A manual containing a teacher's guide on repeated reading with an audio model and related literacy activities was created.
A Model Disciplinary Policy And Procedures For Meridian Elementary School In The Kent School District, Kent, Washington, Sherilyn Marie Ulland
A Model Disciplinary Policy And Procedures For Meridian Elementary School In The Kent School District, Kent, Washington, Sherilyn Marie Ulland
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The purpose of this project was to develop and implement a model disciplinary policy and procedures for Meridian Elementary School in the Kent school district, Kent, Washington. To accomplish this purpose, a review ofrelated literature was conducted. Additionally, related info1mation and materials from selected sources was obtained and analyzed.
An Activities Coordinator's Handbook For Othello High School Othello, Washington, Matthew A. Stevens
An Activities Coordinator's Handbook For Othello High School Othello, Washington, Matthew A. Stevens
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The purpose of this project was to provide a handbook for use by the activities coordinator at Othello High School as well as to insure consistency with the mission statement of the school: "Othello High School, a partnership of teachers, paraprofessionals, administrators, parents, and community, will help students achieve immediate and future success both personally and professionally. Our goal is to promote life-long learning so that students will become responsible citizens in our ever-changing society." The intent of the handbook was to provide the Othello activities coordinator with a base of current literature and research related to the duties, responsibilities, …
Parent-Teacher Partnerships, Darby Stromberg
Parent-Teacher Partnerships, Darby Stromberg
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Teachers have the responsibility to create partnerships between school and home by establishing and incorporating parent involvement activities in their classroom. The purpose of this project was to design and create for elementary teachers a set of activities and guidelines which encouraged "Parent-Teacher Partnerships." The activities and guidelines provide a resource for teachers to assist them in actively involving parents in the education of their children.
Beyond The Classroom: Study Skill Strategies For Parents And Teachers, Joni Coe
Beyond The Classroom: Study Skill Strategies For Parents And Teachers, Joni Coe
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An educator handbook containing tools and activities was designed to help elementary school students develop successful study skills strategies. This handbook may be used in part or as an integrated unit of study. Strategies and activities in this handbook were selected based on research findings, interest and developmental levels of students, as well as for the ease of use by parents, teachers, and students.
A Plan To Assist In The Recruitment Of Central Washington University Freshman In The State Of Washington, Jill M. Orcutt
A Plan To Assist In The Recruitment Of Central Washington University Freshman In The State Of Washington, Jill M. Orcutt
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The purpose of this project was to develop a recruitment plan to increase Central Washington University's enrollment of freshmen students from the state of Washington. To develop this plan, current research and literature related to increasing ·enrollment at institutions of higher education were researched and reviewed. A review of current strategies was also conducted and the new plan developed. The plan will be offered to the Director of Admissions at Central Washington University for consideration for implementation.
Cultural Awareness Activities For Teachers, Martin F. Wittman
Cultural Awareness Activities For Teachers, Martin F. Wittman
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We live and grow in an increasingly diverse society, and it is as important for school age students to understand people who are different, as it is for them to understand math or science. The purpose ofthis project was to develop a variety of cultural awareness activities for use by K-12 teachers in the Bethel School District in the State of Washington. All activities were aligned with the tools and concepts of Bethel's employee cultural awareness model and presented in the form of a handbook. The intent of the handbook was to provide a format for teachers which could be …