Professional Development at Newan Elementary

Danielle Hawkins, principal at Newan Elementary, shares a tip for school leaders starting a CK Amplified journey. She emphasizes the importance of maximizing professional development opportunities offered by Amplify. Her school implemented a 2-year plan with onsite training and sustained coaching by Amplify specialists, which was crucial for teachers to effectively adopt the program.

Who is Danielle Hawkins?

• A parent at Newan Elementary School

• A teacher at Newan Elementary School

• The principal at Newan Elementary School

• A student at Newan Elementary School

What is the main tip Danielle Hawkins gives to school leaders?

• To maximize professional development opportunities

• To increase parent involvement

• To focus on student engagement

• To improve classroom infrastructure

What was the initial reading approach at Newan Elementary School?

• Balanced literacy

• Whole language approach

• Guided reading

• Phonics-based reading

How long was the professional development plan laid out by Newan Elementary School?

• Three years

• Two years

• Four years

• One year

What did the professional development plan include?

• Monthly newsletters

• Onsite initial training and sustained coaching

• Annual conferences

• Online webinars

How often did Amplify specialists visit the school?

• Two or three times a year

• Every month

• Once a year

• Twice a year