1. K-12 National Sales Meeting
January 7–9, 2013
Quick Introductions (Name, Title and Division)

2. Next Generation Assessment and Instruction
Quick Introductions (Name, Title and Division)
Steve Ferrara
PRESENTERS:
Doug McCollum

3. Kay Elder, M.Ed. Director, Office of Assessment Gwinnett County Public Schools
25 years of classroom teaching and administrative experience in public schools
GCPS was awarded the 2010 Broad Prize for Urban Education for its increased academic achievement
Leads the district's transition to next-generation assessments
Largest school system in Georgia
Next Generation Assessment and Instruction

4. Alberto M. Carvalho Superintendent, Miami-Dade County Public Schools
Nationally recognized expert on education reform and finance
Since 2008, has increased student academic success in M-DCPS
Spearheads the transformation from textbooks to digital content and new learning environments
4th largest school district in the nation
Next Generation Assessment and Instruction

5. THANKS! Activity: Answer questions on the handout
Educator Effectiveness