Teaching & Learning Services viding critical leadership and support for the achievement of quality standards and excellence in early childhood programs. AQIS services include overviews of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Program Standards and Accreditation Performance Criteria; technical assistance with the process of accreditation; and individualized support for programs engaged in the self-study. Sheri Lambert, 860-455-1585
Collaborative Initiatives Across Districts
Science Council
Science Council
Our Science Council provides area science teachers with a forum for networking with colleagues and learning about emerging trends and practices in science. Practitioners share best practices and EASTCONN staff provide current information on curriculum, assessment and effective instruction. Outside education and science experts attend regularly to share important information. Stacey Williams-Watson, 860-455-1508
EASTCONN facilitates collaboration among school districts around a variety of topics like common curriculum development, staff development, grant-writing and the design of programs and services for students. Regional collaborations maximize local dollars and expand program options. Maureen Crowley, 860-455-1513
Early Childhood Program Monitoring & Evaluation
Our early childhood specialists can help to create or improve early childhood programs, birth through grade 3. Consultation can include program and curriculum design, as well as facility and learning environment design and evaluation. Diane Gozemba, 860-455-1518
Social Studies Council
Our Social Studies Council provides area social studies teachers with a forum for networking with colleagues and learning about emerging trends and practices in social studies. Practitioners share best practices and EASTCONN staff provide current information on curriculum, assessment and effective instruction. Outside education and social studies experts attend regularly to share new developments and important information. Scott Nierendorf, 860-455-1621
Technology Council
Our Technology Council provides technology educators with a forum where they can network with peers in a collegial environment, while learning about the latest trends and best practices in technology. Experts in the field and outside consultants regularly attend meetings and provide valuable insights into the latest developments. Andrew DePalma, 860-455-1620 Nancy Jagaczewski, 860-455-1527
SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT STRATEGIES Accreditation Quality Improvement System (AQIS)
The Connecticut Accreditation Quality Improvement System (AQIS) is an established resource system of regional teams pro-
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Grant Development Council
Educator Evaluation Plans Consultation & Support
As districts implement their administrator and teacher evaluation plans, EASTCONN is prepared to provide training and on-site support. We can provide orientation sessions, work with teams or individuals to develop quality Student Learning Objectives (SLOs), analyze stakeholder feedback data to develop school goals, and provide assistance for educators at all levels in understanding the Common Core of Teaching (CCT) rubric. Scott Nierendorf, 860-455-1621 Diane Dugas, 860-455-1591
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