Full course description
Course Description
- This course prepares School Assessment Coordinators (SACs) to confidently and effectively manage school based assessment responsibilities aligned with both building and district initiatives. Participants will receive essential training, resources, and collaborative support to ensure accurate assessment administration, meaningful data use, compliance with state and district requirements, and effective staff training practices.
- Lead Learner (Facilitator): Katie Lynch
- Credit(s) and Type: Compliance credit per meeting(s) attended
- Please Note: Transcripts will be updated up to 4 weeks after the course end date.
Target Audience
- Admin/Pro-Tech, Certified Staff
- Open to Substitute Teachers = Not at this time
- Open to Student Teachers = Yes
- Open to Charter School Staff = Yes
Meeting Information
- Dates: 9/25/26, 10/30/26, 11/13/26, 1/22/27, 2/19/27, 3/5/27
- Time: 9:00 - 11:30 AM or 12:30 - 3:00 PM
- Meeting Locations
- November Meeting: Wilcox Boardroom | 620 Wilcox St, Castle Rock, 80104
- All Other Meetings: Legacy Campus | 10035 S Peoria St, Parker, 80134
Outcomes
By the end of this professional learning experience, participants will:
- Understand assessment windows, tasks, and deadlines for all mandated assessments.
- Learn how to access and use secure platforms (PearsonAccessnext, DRC INSIGHT, WIDA AMS, etc.).
- Apply state guidance to determine accommodations and appropriate student participation.
- Develop a building-level training plan for teachers and support staff.
- Practice troubleshooting common technology and logistics issues.