Excellent Instruction Shout-Outs
Every day, our teachers bring passion and purpose to the classroom to give Central students the best education they can. Dr. Astudillo’s Weekly Shout-Outs highlight the great instruction seen during classroom walk-throughs—especially efforts that amplify student learning through writing and speaking.
The weekly documents feature a teacher or teachers using engaging best instructional practices that are targeted towards our Central students.
Breaking down key mathematics vocabulary, including concepts: vertical and horizontal symmetry, in order to help her students be successful with determining if functions are even, odd or neither.
Daily Lesson Objectives using Student-Friendly Language
Shout-outs Mr. Alcantara, Mr Jesso, Ms. Nandi and Mr. Detora
Teachers worked in the "Power-Zone" maximizing learning as they provided actionable feedback for support needed.
Daily Lesson Objectives using Student-Friendly Language
Promoting Discourse in the classroom
Daily Lesson Objectives using Student-Friendly Language
Ms. Nandi and her Biology Newcomer Class.
THESE STUDENTS CREATED THEIR OWN BIOME FOOD WEB CHARTS ANCHOR CHARTS IN ORDER TO FULLY UNDERSTAND WHAT IT’S LIKE TO LIVE IN PLACES LIKE: RAIN-FORESTS, DESERTS, GRASSLANDS, TUNDRAS, AND FRESHWATER/ MARINE LOCATIONS OF THE WORLD.
Shout-outs Mr. Benchsky, Mr Ellis, Mr Centracchio and Ms. Grey
Teachers worked in the "Power-Zone" maximizing learning as they provided actionable feedback for support needed.
Daily Lesson Objectives using Student-Friendly Language
Shout-outs Ms. Veliz and Ms. Williamson
Sentence Frames and Academic Vocabulary
Daily Lesson Objectives using Student-Friendly Language
Shout-outs Ms. Kathryn Maleiko and Ms. Kim Sun
Mini-lessons that focus on the vocabulary needed to be successful with informational text and math practice,
having posted sentence frames and promoting discourse in the classroom.
Daily Lesson Objectives using Student-Friendly Language
Shout-outs Mr. Polka and Ms. Kozak
For finalizing their end of the year grades with assignments that help elevate students' 21st century skills as they involve them in group research, scientific analysis, essay writing and collaboration.
As we continue to grow together as a Central community, it’s clear that the strength of our school lies in the collaboration and dedication of our teachers and students. Each week, the practices shared in these shout-outs are a testament to the creativity, resilience, and heart you bring to your classrooms.
Whether you're celebrating a small win, trying out a new strategy, or facing a challenge, know that your voice matters.
Use the LINK to share what’s working—or to ask for support, resources, or ideas. When we learn from one another, we all move forward. Let’s keep inspiring and uplifting each other as we build the best learning environment possible for our students.