Welcome to the 2016-17 school year, Participating Teachers!
Dear Participating Teachers,
Welcome to the 2016-17 school year and the beginning of our work together! We (your mentor and the Santa Cruz/Silicon Valley New Teacher Project Leadership Team) are excited to get to know you and work collaboratively with you to grow your knowledge, skill, and confidence as a teacher, increase your ability to work successfully with all students, and support you in gathering the necessary evidence to earn a California Clear Teaching Credential.
We encourage you to bookmark this webpage and return often for information about important information, processes, and deadlines related to your Induction experience and your credential, as well as for professional learning opportunities.
Here are a few steps you can take to get started successfully this year:
At any point during orientation or during your time with us, please do not hesitate to ask questions of either your mentor or your Program leaders. We wish you and your students a wonderful year together full of growth, laughter, and learning.
Sincerely,
The Santa Cruz/Silicon Valley New Teacher Project (SC/SVNTP) Leadership Team
Cynthia Balthaser, Director SC/SVNTP, Program Director SC/SVNTP (Santa Cruz)
Emily L. Davis, Program Director SC/SVNTP (Silicon Valley)
Melissa Roberts, Assistant Director, SC/SVNTP (Santa Cruz)
Jamie Brown, Assistant Director, SC/SVNTP (Silicon Valley)
Alison Gold, SC/SVNTP Program Manager
Welcome to the 2016-17 school year and the beginning of our work together! We (your mentor and the Santa Cruz/Silicon Valley New Teacher Project Leadership Team) are excited to get to know you and work collaboratively with you to grow your knowledge, skill, and confidence as a teacher, increase your ability to work successfully with all students, and support you in gathering the necessary evidence to earn a California Clear Teaching Credential.
We encourage you to bookmark this webpage and return often for information about important information, processes, and deadlines related to your Induction experience and your credential, as well as for professional learning opportunities.
Here are a few steps you can take to get started successfully this year:
- Make sure you have worked with your school/district's HR department to complete your Eligibility Form. This form, along with a copy of your credential, are reviewed by our Program Manager to ensure you are eligible for induction and clear you to begin work with your mentor. Year 2 teachers, you still need to submit an Eligibility Form so we have your most updated information--just not another copy of your credential.
- Attend your school/district orientation in August or early September. This orientation will help you learn more about Induction in California, the Santa Cruz/Silicon Valley New Teacher Project, and your journey with your mentor over the next two years.
- Begin building a trusting and collaborative relationship with your mentor. He/she is a highly trained facilitator of your personalized Induction program and an invaluable resource in your success this year. Remember to have a growth mindset, ask questions, share honestly, and be open to feedback. Taking this approach to the work will ensure you have a worthwhile and meaningful experience.
At any point during orientation or during your time with us, please do not hesitate to ask questions of either your mentor or your Program leaders. We wish you and your students a wonderful year together full of growth, laughter, and learning.
Sincerely,
The Santa Cruz/Silicon Valley New Teacher Project (SC/SVNTP) Leadership Team
Cynthia Balthaser, Director SC/SVNTP, Program Director SC/SVNTP (Santa Cruz)
Emily L. Davis, Program Director SC/SVNTP (Silicon Valley)
Melissa Roberts, Assistant Director, SC/SVNTP (Santa Cruz)
Jamie Brown, Assistant Director, SC/SVNTP (Silicon Valley)
Alison Gold, SC/SVNTP Program Manager
SC/SVNTP's Non-Discrimination Policy: It is the policy of the Santa Cruz/Silicon Valley New Teacher Project to ensure equal opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
2017 Santa Cruz and Hollister Colloquia Dates and Locations
- Thursday, May 18th North County~Santa Cruz County Office of Education~Tech Room
- Tuesday, May 23rd South County~Pajaro Valley Unified School District ~Board Room
- Tuesday, May 31st Hollister~Hollister Unified School District~Board Room
Teachers, we ask that you arrive by 4:00. This will allow sufficient time to set up and review the procedures for the evening. Please remember this is a professional event! We ask that you leave your children at home and that you invite your colleagues, friends and family to join you at Colloquium.
The event for the general public runs between 4:30-6:00.
The following resources may support you in preparing for the evening.
The event for the general public runs between 4:30-6:00.
The following resources may support you in preparing for the evening.
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Site Shares
Teachers may also elect to participate in a Site Share. This can be a more intimate setting where you, your evaluator, mentor, and one or more colleagues come together to learn about your inquiry. Talk to you mentor about which option is the best for you.
| Inquiry Action Plan Site Share |
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Participating Teacher Orientation Materials: Year 1
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Participating Teacher Launch Materials: Year 2
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Participating Teachers, the documents below are part of your Orientation (Year 1).
Please download and complete them and then share with your Mentor.
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Participating Teachers, the documents below are part of your Launch (Year 2).
As directed by your mentor, please download and complete what is necessary.
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Participating Teacher Launch Materials: Year 3
Participating Teachers, the documents below are part of your Launch (Year 3).
As directed by your mentor, please download and complete what is necessary.
As directed by your mentor, please download and complete what is necessary.
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Please download this voiced over Power Point and view with your mentor. Remember to open and view as a slide show.
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| Pre-assessment of PTs Interests |
| Education Specialist Year 3 Induction Plan 16-17 |
| Protocol for Downloading & Sharing SC/SVNTP Toolkit |
Click HERE to read and sign the SC/SVNTP Participating Teacher Agreements.
SC/SVNTP ToolkitPlease click HERE to access the SC/SVNTP Toolkit. Note: Please complete this process with your mentor present! Thanks. |
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Credit and Credentialing Information
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Please contact Alison Gold, our Program Manager, with any questions concerning purchasing credit for your Induction work or credentialing.
Earn College Credit for Induction Work!Participating Teachers have the option to purchase 5 quarter units of credit for their SC/SVNTP Induction work through UCSC Extension for approximately $250. Information on registering and paying for credits will be available in the Spring. Registration closes August 1, 2017. There are NO extensions.
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UCSC 2015-16 Units Now Posted
For teachers who purchased units for Induction work through UCSC for the 2015-16 school year, units have been posted. Please call UCSC at (408) 450-4920 to request a transcript.
Filing For Your Clear Credential
Congratulations PT2s on the successful completion of your Induction program! Please follow these steps:
- Your Mentor will bring you an Intent to File Form in May. Please carefully review the information to make sure it is correct.
- Sign the form and fax it back to Alison Gold. PLEASE KEEP THE ORIGINAL COPY FOR YOURSELF as it contains important next steps.
- Alison will recommend all teachers who return their Intent to File Forms at the end of June.
- Check your email (including your spam) for an email from the CTC which includes a link to pay for your credential. You MUST follow this link, and pay for your credential WITHIN 90 DAYS OR YOU WILL NEED TO BE RE-RECOMMENDED BY SC/SVNTP AT AN ADDITIONAL COST TO YOU.
- If you don't hear from the CTC in a timely manner, you can check the status of your credential by logging in to the CTC website: http://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/online-services
How Do I Complete the Recommendation Process and Pay for My Credential?
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You can complete the credential recommentaiton process by logging in to the CTC website and following the directions below. Remember, this process MUST be complete with 90 days, or you will need to be re-recommended by SC/SVNTP at an additional cost to you:
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