Schools to Watch Summer Institute
July 16-17, 2024, Indian Wells, CA
Are you from a current California School to Watch? Would you like your school to become a School to Watch? Either way, we have the event for you!
Schools to Watch Summer Institute will give you a chance to decompress, see what other Schools to Watch are doing, and learn about the STW application and redesignation process. All this in a beautiful setting with time to connect with your peers!
All middle school teachers and administrators are welcome!
If you are an administrator from a current School to Watch, please see our Summer Retreat page.
HAVE YOU THOUGHT ABOUT APPLYING?
Join us in July and leave with an understanding of how the Schools to Watch program can benefit ALL schools serving young adolescents.
Come learn about the FREE tool and process
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Learn the 5 Steps to Apply for Schools to Watch
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Our FREE Schools to Watch Self-Study & Rating Rubric is designed for continuous school improvement
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Endorsed by the California Department of Education
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Ready to apply? Applications are due October 1, 2024
Gain an Understanding of Schools to Watch
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Panel discussion featuring representatives from California Schools to Watch.
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Q&A session to gain insights and advice.
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Leadership strategies for promoting a positive school culture.
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Case studies and success stories from current STWs
Current STW leaders will help mentor others wanting to apply for Schools to Watch status!
"I wish our school had gone through this process five years ago when I first started. I would have known what we needed to be working on so much sooner."
-Elizabeth Bermejo, Principal
Valinda School of Academics
"With so many changes in administration, the Schools to Watch process is serving as a driving force at guiding the work for the school."
-From Albiani Middle School application
"Schools to Watch provides a way for middle schools to engage in a continuous improvement cycle."
-Dr. Martinrex Kedziora, President, National Forum
INSTITUTE SCHEDULE
Tuesday, July 16 - Wednesday, July 17
Special Guest Speakers
Sessions from Current STWs
STW Application Instruction Time
Networking Time
Registration Fees:
Schools to Watch*:
Through April 30, 2024 $359.00
After April 30, 2024 $419.00
Non-Schools to Watch:
Through April 30, 2024 $419.00
After April 30, 2024 $479.00
*must hold a current STW membership.
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