Knowledge Network Learning Support Organization

The Knowledge Network Learning Support Organization is a dynamic model for student success, which utilizes a content-rich curriculum to promote academic achievement for all students in all grades. Strong foundations of knowledge are developed in the early grades, and students in the upper grades receive multi-disciplinary enrichment.

Key Service Offerings:


Principals who select the Knowledge Network LSO receive individualized support, as well as opportunities for meetings with all their LSO colleagues. Professional development from the UFT Teacher Center and on-site support from field liaisons supplement the support of LSO cohort leaders and content area specialists. The structure also fosters a community atmosphere, wherein LSO Principals collaborate with their colleagues and share best practices.

Schools are fully supported by the Knowledge Network LSO and are provided with expert consultation in all areas of school and student data analysis, Comprehensive Educational Plan (CEP) development, analysis of high school cohort data, test sophistication, youth development services, parent outreach, staffing, staff development, school operations and organization, school budgeting, preparation for the Quality Review, and Progress Report analysis.

 

Professional Development

  • Assistance to principals in the areas of Instructional Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Community Relations, Student Support Services and Staff Development to improve student outcomes
  • Implementation of Core Knowledge concepts and curriculum in schools with the collaboration of the UFT Teacher Center
  • Professional development for teachers, coaches, and supervisors through on-going institutes
  • Training in Curriculum Mapping

 

English Language Learners and Special Needs

  • Assistance for Bilingual and Special Education Instruction
  • Implementation of strategies for the differentiation of instruction to maximize student success
  • Support for paraprofessionals to facilitate student achievement
  • Assistance in the development of data folios for students eligible for NYS Alternate Assessment
  • Support for speech and language providers in literacy based language development
  • Support to school staff in Early Childhood, Gifted & Talented, CTE, Special Education and ELL programs
  • Technical assistance and support to individual schools

 

Assessment

  • Support to schools in preparation for Quality Reviews as well as City/State Financial Audits
  • Provide individual school support in the use of Core Knowledge curriculum, school planning, project based learning, academic intervention services (AIS), summer school, health and fitness, test sophistication and DOE Accountability Reports using UFT Teacher Center and Knowledge Network LSO staff
  • Assistance with understanding and using High School cohort data

 

Test Sophistication

  • Support implementation of test sophistication strategies for teachers, coaches, principals, and students
  • Effective data analysis to drive instruction and support for practice exams

 

Academic

  • Support for differentiated methodologies in Mathematics and Literacy
  • Support from experienced pedagogues in the implementation of strategies and development of customized school programs to address individual schools needs
  • PreK-8 Core Knowledge Start Up Package
  • On-site support to schools facilitating the development and enhancement of co-curricular activities (e.g. “Knowledge Bowl”) and supports for students.
  • Assistance with the implementation of specialized High School interdisciplinary curriculum: Music, Visual Arts, Social Studies, and English
  • Offer High School elective courses in Visual Arts and Music, Early College (for interested schools), and the Singapore Math Pilot Program (for interested schools)
  • Integration of readings from “Grace Abounding” and the use of writing programs that improve student skills
  • Support for suggested Literacy and Mathematics prototype
  • Instructional services for Early Childhood grades

 

Instructional Technology

  • Training and Support for WebQuest, ThinkQuest™, Video Authoring, On-Line Collaborations, and the use of web based resources to improve instruction
  • Grant Support for technology and supporting curricular areas
  • The use of Distance Learning, Web Publishing, BLOGS, On-Line Collaborations, and Web Based Exit Projects to support instruction aligned to the NYC/NYS Standards in all content areas

 

Operations & Organizations

  • Assistance with programming & scheduling, school reform efforts, parent outreach, as well as budget and DHR Support
  • Administrative support through Principals’ Peer Support Group, Principals’ Handbook, and Principals’ Resource CD

 

 

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