Its not just about elevating scores'

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Its not just about elevating scores.
Its about elevating students.
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Introducing theStandards-Aligned Classroom
Initiative.
The success story thats transforming teachers
and students throughout Illinois.
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What is SAC

• SAC offers a rigorously tested,research-based
  program featuring proven strategies for aligning
  classroom instruction and assessment with the
  Illinois Learning Standards.

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What is SAC

• Embraced by thousands of teachers across
  Illinois, the program
• Instills educators with a greater sense of
  confidence in applying the standards
• Accelerates student achievement and motivation
• Creates a more powerful learning experience for
  everyone involved

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I have witnessed drastic improvementsin my
students overall approach to thelearning
process as well as in theiroverall performance.
Robert Mason, PrincipalLincoln Elementary School
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How SAC can help

• SAC has proven successful at raising student
  achievement in the classroom and on the I.S.A.T.

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We have seen student achievement improve in
targeted areas. Our initial focus area was
mathematics. After curriculum mapping
anddeveloping standards aligned units of
study,we had 100 of our 3rd grade students
meet or exceed standards on the I.S.A.T.
Anne Gengenbacher, PrincipalSilas Willard School
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With SAC, teachers have becomemore effective,
and I.S.A.Ts have gone up. It really took our
curriculumto the next level.
Neil Sappington, SuperintendentGalesburg Unit
School District 205
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Who can benefit from SAC

• Even the most seasoned education professionals
  reap the rewards of SAC.
• No matter how many years youve been teaching, no
  matter what grade, no matter what student
  aptitude, SAC can fundamentally change your
  experience in the classroom.

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SAC has helped our teachersbecome motivated and
excitedabout teaching again.
Michael Rux, TeacherSilas Willard School
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Why SAC works

• SAC involves both teachers and students in the
  standards process by empowering them to create
  high-quality classroom assessment together.
• Research has shown students are more engaged and
  do better overall with this approach

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Why SAC works

• When teachers involve students in the assessment
  process, students are more engaged, perform
  better, and gain greater confidence in achieving
  the Illinois Learning Standards.

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The assessment piece really changedattitudes.
The students became moreconfident, and felt
empowered. They were making progress.
Cheryl Lewis, TeacherPeoria Elementary School
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Research supports SAC success

• Independent research firm concluded teachers
  across all grade levels gain more confidence in
  teaching the Illinois Learning Standards.

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Research supports SAC success
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Research supports SAC success

• Independent research firm concluded teachers at
  all levels of experience gain more confidence in
  teaching the Illinois Learning Standards.

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Research supports SAC success
Years of experience
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How SAC Works

• During their SAC training, educators work
  together in Learning Teams, studying and
  implementing the best practices of a
  standards-led classroom.
• SAC training helps teachers learn to determine
  clear and appropriate learning targets based upon
  the state educational standards.

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How SAC Works

• Coaches are critical to success.
• Educational consultants provided by local offices
  of education meet with the Learn Teams on an
  ongoing basis to provide support and guidance.

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Networking and peer advisory was atremendous
benefit. The team modelwas highly praised
because it affordedteachers the opportunity to
learnfrom each other, which is an
opportunitythey rarely get.
Vince Hugh, PrincipalHighland Middle School
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SAC Works

• Make no mistake. Participating in the SAC
  initiative requires hard work, dedication, and a
  real commitment of time. But these efforts are
  repaid in rewards that will last the rest of your
  career.

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SAC changed everything.
Teachers throughout Illinois
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When was the last time you saw students this
excited about learning?
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