Implementation Is Easy

Implementation is

For the First Week

WELCOME CARD to introduce the program

INDEX for easy reference

PROGRAM

Examples of the (print, online, and podcast)

Welcome Cards

Start by signing the Welcome Cards and addressing each card to the appropriate teacher. Many administrators tell us they provide a personal note to each teacher inside the card. They say that when they do, they are overwhelmed by the positive responses from their teachers.

Kick Off the Program! Distribute the Welcome Card, the Easy-Finder™ Index, and the first lesson of

THE MASTER TEACHER Weekly Pd PROGRAM to each teacher.

Then, use the kick-off speech/memo to introduce the program to your staff (available online at www.masterteacher.com/mtpd-program).

Easy

For Each Week

Lessons

All teachers will receive the lessons in print, online, and podcast versions, unless you specify otherwise. Four print lessons will be mailed to you each month for each teacher, so you will never miss a week of providing professional help and inspiration.

Your teachers will automatically receive a weekly email notifying them that the newest online lesson and podcast from THE MASTER TEACHER Weekly Pd PROGRAM is now available to access. A link will be provided in the email for ease of use.

The effectiveness of the lessons is maximized when the lessons are read and discussed weekly with your team. With whatever frequency you are able to use the lessons, we suggest the following:

Engagement Builder™

Start your weekly bulletin with The Engagement Builder™ which corresponds to each weekly lesson (see pages 5-13).

Discussion Generator™

End your weekly bulletin with questions from The Discussion Generator™ that correspond to each of the weekly lessons (see pages 5-13). These questions will prepare your teachers to have a brief discussion during your weekly staff meeting or to discuss the lessons on their own.

Suggested Discussion Format

Use The Discussion Generator™ questions (see pages 5-13) or the Points to Ponder in each lesson to initiate rigorous discussions with your staff. Discuss lessons in a faculty meeting, PLC, or grade-level meeting. We suggest using the following method to achieve exceptional results.

First:

All teachers review the lesson.

Second:

Teachers pair-share using the Points to Ponder questions provided on the back of each lesson or the additional questions from The Discussion Generator™.

Third:

Small groups of pairs share their thoughts, insights, and learning.

Fourth:

The entire group shares their reflections with everyone.

In under 30 minutes, you can engage the staff in a professional development experience that will have true meaning

to them. Over time, these experiences will build an inspiring culture. Negative attitudes will turn into “I’ll try it” attitudes. Disheartened teachers will become recommitted. Teachers who have been on the sidelines will jump into action. Passion will be found everywhere.

Plus, you will enjoy the benefits of being a part of these incredible conversations. And you will also enjoy the appreciation from your staff for making them possible.