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Where Do We Go From Here: Moving Towards Anti-Racism in Our Schools

This is an introductory workshop on how systematic racism can be eradicated within our schools. It is the first series of workshops designed to provide teachers with a comprehensive approach to becoming an anti-racist educator.
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Office Closure

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#WeAreCFT - sharing stories across the district

In these uncertain times, it is normal to feel anxious. We can help one another stay encouraged and positive by sharing our stories of Teaching Apart & Learning Together... We invite you to share your story at #WeAreCFT

Professional Growth Plans

It has become apparent that there are misunderstandings regarding Professional Growth Plans. OTES 2.0, Observation Cycle 1 (including PGPs) has been extended from Friday, January 17 to Friday, January 31. Click here to find some of the parameters surrounding them.

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Be "In the Know" & Stay in Touch

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Online Continuing Education Courses for K-12 Educators

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FALL INTO A VESi COURSE!

Online continuing education courses for K-12 educators - a benefit offered exclusively to OFT members.

  • One low annual course membership fee of $225.00 per year
  • 2 or 3 Graduate Semester Credits
  • Choose from 29 online courses for re-certification/authorization renewal
  • You may take one course each term for a total of 3 courses each year

Course Topics Include:

  • Attention Deficit Hperactivity Disorder
  • Autism & Asperger's Disorders
  • Classroom Management
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Early Childhood Education
  • English Language Learner
  • Harassment, Bullying & Cyber-Intimidation
  • Reading & Writing
  • Res
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Observation Cycle One-Announced Observation Process

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Observation Cycle One-Announced Observation Process
 
Teachers who are going through the full evaluation process will have two formal (entire class period) observations and two informal (10-15 minute walkthrough) observations. One of the formal observations will be an announced observation that includes a pre- conference and post-conference. The steps of the process should occur in the following order by January 17, 2020.
 
  1. The evaluator and teacher should collaboratively decide on a date and time for the announced observation to occur.
  2. They will also collaboratively determine a date and time to
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In defense of public education

Randi Weingarten and NYC teacher Tamara Simpson

Attacks on public education in America by extremists and culture-war peddling politicians have reached new heights (“lows” may be more apt), but they are not new. The difference today is that the attacks are intended not just to undermine public education but to destroy it.

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Cincinnati Teacher Evaluation System Appeal Process

CINCINNATI TEACHER EVALUATION SYSTEM APPEAL PROCESS:


Teachers may appeal their evaluation performance scores by submitting a time stamped written Request for Review to the attention of Brad Dillman, Peer Assistance and Review Facilitator.  This can be submitted to either the Human Resources front desk or by emailing the Request for Review directly to Brad Dillman dillmab@cpsboe.k12.oh.us within 10 working days of receiving their Final Summative Rating report.  The Peer Review Panel shall review the documentation and determine if the evidence supports the scores given by the school

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