Westdale staff PD on Literacy, MAP data grouping, & Tech Use/Purpose shows we are dedicated to our blueprint for future-ready learners. Awesome work! 🚀 #D83Shines
10 months ago, Robert Junna
A group of educators are seated at a long table in a school library, attending a professional development workshop. The participants are facing a projection screen that displays a slide titled "PHASES OF LEARNING," which outlines educational strategies for student assessment and application. Laptops, notebooks, and colorful tumblers are spread across the table as the staff follows the presentation. The background shows rows of bookshelves and wall decorations, including a "Chapter Books" sign.
A high-angle, wide view of a school library where a large group of educators is attending a professional development session. Staff members are seated at tables and in lounge chairs, many with laptops and notebooks open, facing a projection screen that displays a slide titled "LEARNING TO READ". The room is filled with rows of bookshelves, educational displays like a "Graphic Novels" section, and a tropical-themed "Our Reading Ohana" mural in the background.
A group of educators are seated at tables in a school library during a professional development session. They are facing a large projection screen that displays a slide titled "LEARNING TO READ," which breaks down literacy into categories such as Phonemic Awareness, Phonics, Fluency, and Comprehension. Many participants have laptops open and are taking notes or following along with printed materials. The library is filled with rows of books, educational posters, and a colorful rug in the foreground.
The Life Skills & Well-Being S.A.C. met today to continue working on what students need to be successful! 💡 We're so proud to be part of this solution-seeking team. #D83Shines
10 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo of the Life Skills & Well-Being Subject Area Committee (S.A.C.) gathered in the district board room for a planning session. The team members are seated around a large conference table, actively collaborating and reviewing materials to identify what students need to be successful. The image captures a solution-oriented atmosphere, highlighting the group's pride and dedication to supporting holistic student development.
Goal Area 2 group is meeting this morning to help create a happy & healthy environment! 💡 This work helps us strategically shape a brighter future for our community! ✨ #D83Shines
10 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo of the Goal Area 2 group gathered in the district board room for a strategic meeting. The team members are smiling brightly, reflecting the positive energy of their mission to create a happy and healthy environment. The image captures a sense of optimism and collaboration as the group works together to shape a brighter future for the community.
A photo of the Goal Area 2 group gathered in the district board room for a strategic meeting. The team members are smiling brightly, reflecting the positive energy of their mission to create a happy and healthy environment. The image captures a sense of optimism and collaboration as the group works together to shape a brighter future for the community.
A photo of the Goal Area 2 group gathered in the district board room for a strategic meeting. The team members are smiling brightly, reflecting the positive energy of their mission to create a happy and healthy environment. The image captures a sense of optimism and collaboration as the group works together to shape a brighter future for the community.
A photo of the Goal Area 2 group gathered in the district board room for a strategic meeting. The team members are smiling brightly, reflecting the positive energy of their mission to create a happy and healthy environment. The image captures a sense of optimism and collaboration as the group works together to shape a brighter future for the community.
We had a great morning of learning for our Paraprofessionals, thanks to Focus Consultants. This is a great example of our commitment to cultivating lifelong learners and empowering all students to achieve their full potential. 🎓💡 #D83Shines
10 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo of District 83 paraprofessionals gathered in the Scott School multipurpose room for a professional development session led by Focus Consultants. The staff members are seated and actively engaged in learning new strategies to support students, illustrating the district's commitment to cultivating lifelong learners and empowering every student to reach their full potential.
A photo of District 83 paraprofessionals gathered in the Scott School multipurpose room for a professional development session led by Focus Consultants. The staff members are seated and actively engaged in learning new strategies to support students, illustrating the district's commitment to cultivating lifelong learners and empowering every student to reach their full potential.
A photo of District 83 paraprofessionals gathered in the Scott School multipurpose room for a professional development session led by Focus Consultants. The staff members are seated and actively engaged in learning new strategies to support students, illustrating the district's commitment to cultivating lifelong learners and empowering every student to reach their full potential.
A great PD session this morning for Sped. Case Managers at Scott School on IEP Goal Writing! ✍️ This is how we empower our staff to help all students reach their full potential. #D83Shines 🌟
10 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo of Special Education Case Managers gathered in the Scott School library for a professional development session focused on IEP goal writing. The educators are seated at tables surrounded by bookshelves, actively collaborating and working on strategies to better support student growth. The scene highlights the district's dedication to empowering staff with the tools needed to help every student reach their full potential.
A photo of Special Education Case Managers gathered in the Scott School library for a professional development session focused on IEP goal writing. The educators are seated at tables surrounded by bookshelves, actively collaborating and working on strategies to better support student growth. The scene highlights the district's dedication to empowering staff with the tools needed to help every student reach their full potential.
A photo of Special Education Case Managers gathered in the Scott School library for a professional development session focused on IEP goal writing. The educators are seated at tables surrounded by bookshelves, actively collaborating and working on strategies to better support student growth. The scene highlights the district's dedication to empowering staff with the tools needed to help every student reach their full potential.
A great morning PD with Easter Seals training special area teachers on diverse learners! 💡 This supports our work to empower students & staff to achieve their full potential. #D83Shines 🌟
10 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo of special area teachers gathered in the Westdale School library for a training session led by Easter Seals representatives. The group is seated among the bookshelves, actively learning strategies to support diverse learners, highlighting the district's commitment to empowering both staff and students to achieve their full potential.
A photo of special area teachers gathered in the Westdale School library for a training session led by Easter Seals representatives. The group is seated among the bookshelves, actively learning strategies to support diverse learners, highlighting the district's commitment to empowering both staff and students to achieve their full potential.
A photo of special area teachers gathered in the Westdale School library for a training session led by Easter Seals representatives. The group is seated among the bookshelves, actively learning strategies to support diverse learners, highlighting the district's commitment to empowering both staff and students to achieve their full potential.
The September Board meeting was a great chance to highlight how our Finance, Operations, & Technology teams are building a brighter future for our learners. We're committed to our shared vision of inspiring dreams! 💻✨ #D83Shines
10 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo of Chris Whelton at the September Board meeting held in the Westdale School library. Representatives from the Finance, Operations, and Technology teams are featured presenting updates to the Board and community. The image captures a professional and forward-looking atmosphere, highlighting the crucial operational work being done to support learners and fulfill the district’s vision of inspiring dreams.
A photo of Chris Whelton at the September Board meeting held in the Westdale School library. Representatives from the Finance, Operations, and Technology teams are featured presenting updates to the Board and community. The image captures a professional and forward-looking atmosphere, highlighting the crucial operational work being done to support learners and fulfill the district’s vision of inspiring dreams.
A photo of Zach Pros at the September Board meeting held in the Westdale School library. Representatives from the Finance, Operations, and Technology teams are featured presenting updates to the Board and community. The image captures a professional and forward-looking atmosphere, highlighting the crucial operational work being done to support learners and fulfill the district’s vision of inspiring dreams.
A photo of Zach Pros at the September Board meeting held in the Westdale School library. Representatives from the Finance, Operations, and Technology teams are featured presenting updates to the Board and community. The image captures a professional and forward-looking atmosphere, highlighting the crucial operational work being done to support learners and fulfill the district’s vision of inspiring dreams.
A photo of Robert Junna at the September Board meeting held in the Westdale School library. Representatives from the Finance, Operations, and Technology teams are featured presenting updates to the Board and community. The image captures a professional and forward-looking atmosphere, highlighting the crucial operational work being done to support learners and fulfill the district’s vision of inspiring dreams.
A photo of Robert Junna at the September Board meeting held in the Westdale School library. Representatives from the Finance, Operations, and Technology teams are featured presenting updates to the Board and community. The image captures a professional and forward-looking atmosphere, highlighting the crucial operational work being done to support learners and fulfill the district’s vision of inspiring dreams.
Our new teachers are cultivating the skills to become lifelong learners at their first meeting of the year with Kevin Wolf, Director of LASEC! 👏 This commitment to continuous growth empowers our staff to inspire dreams. #D83Shines
10 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo of new teachers gathered in the district Board room for their first meeting of the year, led by Kevin Wolf, Director of LASEC. The group is seated around the conference table, actively engaged in professional development to cultivate lifelong learning skills. The image highlights the staff's commitment to continuous growth and their mission to inspire student dreams.
A photo of new teachers gathered in the district Board room for their first meeting of the year, led by Kevin Wolf, Director of LASEC. The group is seated around the conference table, actively engaged in professional development to cultivate lifelong learning skills. The image highlights the staff's commitment to continuous growth and their mission to inspire student dreams.
Our district is offering valuable PD on AI tools in Seesaw! This is part of our commitment to cultivating lifelong learners and empowering all students. We're building a brighter future together! 💻🌟 #D83Shines
10 months ago, Robert Junna
A screenshot of a virtual professional development session held on Google Meet. The image displays the digital interface with district staff engaged in training on new AI tools within the Seesaw platform. The scene illustrates the district's commitment to leveraging technology to cultivate lifelong learners and empower students for a brighter future.
Great monthly meeting with TLCs & the Tech Dept! We're building our future together by tackling an "enemy of efficacy: Isolation" through collaboration. ✨ #D83Shines
10 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo of a small group of a Technology Learning Coach (TLC) and Tech Department members gathered in the district Board Room for a monthly meeting. The team is collaborating closely to break down professional isolation, demonstrating a united commitment to building the future through shared efficacy and teamwork.
A photo of a small group of a Technology Learning Coach (TLC) and Tech Department members gathered in the district Board Room for a monthly meeting. The team is collaborating closely to break down professional isolation, demonstrating a united commitment to building the future through shared efficacy and teamwork.
A photo of a pair of a Technology Learning Coach and a Tech Department member gathered in the district Board Room for a monthly meeting. The team is collaborating closely to break down professional isolation, demonstrating a united commitment to building the future through shared efficacy and teamwork.
A photo of a small group of a Technology Learning Coach (TLC) and Tech Department members gathered in the district Board Room for a monthly meeting. The team is collaborating closely to break down professional isolation, demonstrating a united commitment to building the future through shared efficacy and teamwork.
Excited to see our P.E. Subject Area Committee working on curriculum updates! This collaborative effort is key to ensuring our students achieve their full potential and build their physical well-being. #D83Shines ✨
10 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo of a handout document featuring images of large chart paper filled with curriculum development notes from the P.E. Subject Area Committee. The document captures the brainstorming process and handwritten plans for physical education updates, illustrating the detailed, collaborative work being done to help students achieve their full potential and improve physical well-being.
Excited to see our staff's collaborative work on the work of the CCC, MTSS, literacy, tech badging, & innovation, building on our commitment to continuous growth for all! 🚀 #D83Shines
10 months ago, Robert Junna
A slideshow GIF highlighting diverse staff teams engaged in collaborative professional development. The frames transition through groups working on the CCC, refining MTSS strategies, developing literacy initiatives, pursuing tech badging, and exploring educational innovation. The images capture a productive and focused atmosphere, illustrating the district's commitment to continuous growth for all.
Exploring solutions with our Curriculum Coordinating Council! 💡 We're discussing the work of our subject area committees to ensure every student has access to the resources they need, showing our dedication to our long-term goals. #D83Shines ✨
10 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo of the Curriculum Coordinating Council (CCC) meeting in the district Board Room. The members are seated around the large conference table, actively discussing the work of various subject area committees to ensure student access to necessary resources. The image highlights a focused, collaborative environment dedicated to achieving the district's long-term academic goals.
Great work by the D83 Innovation Committee! 🚀 We're focused on smart solutions for our staff, advancing our commitment to a positive and successful school year by aligning our valuable resources. #D83Shines
10 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo of the D83 Innovation Committee gathered in the district Board Room to discuss smart solutions for staff. The group is seated around the conference table, actively collaborating to align resources for a positive and successful school year. The image captures a forward-thinking atmosphere as the team works to implement strategic improvements for the district.
A photo of the D83 Innovation Committee gathered in the district Board Room to discuss smart solutions for staff. The group is seated around the conference table, actively collaborating to align resources for a positive and successful school year. The image captures a forward-thinking atmosphere as the team works to implement strategic improvements for the district.
A photo of the D83 Innovation Committee gathered in the district Board Room to discuss smart solutions for staff. The group is seated around the conference table, actively collaborating to align resources for a positive and successful school year. The image captures a forward-thinking atmosphere as the team works to implement strategic improvements for the district.
A photo of the D83 Innovation Committee gathered in the district Board Room to discuss smart solutions for staff. The group is seated around the conference table, actively collaborating to align resources for a positive and successful school year. The image captures a forward-thinking atmosphere as the team works to implement strategic improvements for the district.
A photo of the D83 Innovation Committee gathered in the district Board Room to discuss smart solutions for staff. The group is seated around the conference table, actively collaborating to align resources for a positive and successful school year. The image captures a forward-thinking atmosphere as the team works to implement strategic improvements for the district.
Staff learning the new math curriculum & co-teaching best practices! Excited to see this collaborative work to support student growth. 🤝 #D83Shines ✨
10 months ago, Robert Junna
A slideshow GIF featuring district staff gathered in various locations across the district for professional development. The frames transition through groups of teachers actively learning the new math curriculum and exploring co-teaching best practices. The images capture a collaborative atmosphere as educators work together to enhance strategies for student growth.
🌱 Our Life Skills & Wellbeing team (Formerly SEL SAC) is helping students grow in self-awareness & emotional intelligence 💡 #D83Shines
10 months ago, Robert Junna
A group photo of the Life Skills & Wellbeing team members smiling together.
A group photo of the Life Skills & Wellbeing team members smiling together.
A group photo of two of the Life Skills & Wellbeing team members smiling together.
A group photo of the Life Skills & Wellbeing team members smiling together.
🚀 Our Tech Learning Coaches are teaming up to build an async PD program as part of their WIGs—supporting growth & collaboration! #D83Shines ✨
10 months ago, Robert Junna
Photo showing the Tech Learning Coaches collaborating in a bright workspace, working together on a laptop to design an asynchronous professional development program.
Photo showing Tech Learning Coach, Cait Kotarski in a bright workspace, showing an example of a Tech Tumbler, an asynchronous professional development program.
Westdale staff are embracing continuous growth! Their work on new curriculum documents helps us build our collective future. 💡 #D83Shines
11 months ago, Robert Junna
A group of educators work collaboratively at a rectangular table in a school library during a professional development session. Four individuals in the foreground are focused on their laptops, while other staff members engage in discussions at surrounding tables. A presenter stands in the background near a digital display, and the library is filled with bookshelves, including a visible "Graphic Novels" section and a tropical "Our Reading Ohana" mural on the wall.
A group of educators sit closely around a rectangular table in a school library, deeply engaged in a collaborative working session. Most of the women have laptops or tablets open, with one participant in a polka-dot jacket typing while others discuss the digital content. A facilitator in a navy blazer stands at the head of the table, looking on as the group works. The library background features several other groups of staff members at tables, rows of bookshelves, and a large "Our Reading Ohana" mural on the far wall.
So proud of our BPAC parent group meeting for the 2025-26 school year! Their family involvement truly helps us build our collective future and inspire dreams. 💡 #D83Shines
11 months ago, Robert Junna
Photo of a group of parents and educators smiling and engaged at the 2025-26 BPAC parent group meeting. The atmosphere is collaborative and positive, highlighting family involvement in the school community.
Photo of a group of parents and educators smiling and engaged at the 2025-26 BPAC parent group meeting. The atmosphere is collaborative and positive, highlighting family involvement in the school community.
Enger, MMS, Roy, Scott, & Westdale had an amazing first week! 🎉 The excitement in classrooms & halls is a great start on our journey to empower every student to embrace learning. #D83Shines
11 months ago, Robert Junna
A celebratory slideshow gif of photos featuring students and staff from Enger, MMS, Roy, Scott, and Westdale schools during an energetic first week of classes, highlighting a positive and empowering learning environment.