Welcome to the #2022CLS!

• Wifi
• Network: CSTA 2022
• Password: wixeducation

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• Agenda (with links to all slide decks)

bit.ly/2022CLSagenda

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• For Later: Day 1 Feedback Survey

tinyurl.com/CSTA-CLS-2022-Day1

• Lunch-onference Tomorrow
• Go here → pollev.com/csta
• Before the end of the day:
• Suggest a topic you’d like to like discuss during lunch tomorrow (specific is better!)
• Upvote other topics of interest

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Welcome to the 2022

Chapter Leadership Summit

#2022CLS

Dan Blier

CSTA Board of Directors (Chair)

DFW CSTA President

@dan_blier Twitter

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CSTA Board of Directors

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• Dan Blier - Chair
• Jen Rosato - Past Chair
• Michelle Page - Treasurer
• Cindi Chang - State Department Rep
• Shanti’ Coaston - 9-12 Teacher Rep
• Natasa Grgurina - International Rep
• Michelle Friend - At Large Rep
• Audra Kaplan - K-8 Teacher Rep
• Art Lopez - 9-12 Teacher Rep

• Janice Mak - At Large
• Monica McGill - College/University
• Kristeen Shabram - K-8
• Greg Bianchi - Partner Rep, � Microsoft
• Charity Freeman - Appointed Rep
• Hai Hong - Partner Rep, � Google
• Abigail Joseph - Appointed Rep
• Jane Prey - ACM Rep

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CSTA Chapters Support Team

Henry Ramirez

Central Region

Ruth Farmery

Ciara Pervall

Yolanda Payne

Humble, TX

Northeast Region

Marblehead, MA

East Region

Suffolk, VA

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South Region

Jefferson, GA

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Sean Glantz

West Region

Woodland, CA

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Jason W. Bohrer

Chapter Relations Lead

Pinson, AL

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K-8 CS Teachers

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• CSTA is committed to recruiting and engaging more K-8 computer science teachers.

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CSTA D.E.I.A. Focus

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• CSTA is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and access in our community and for the students our members serve.
• "We strive to build diverse and inclusive communities at the local, national, and global level. We welcome all CS educators and supporters to help build and grow our community."

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Network and Collaborate

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Thank you!

Jake Baskin

CSTA Executive Director

CSTA Chicago

@jakebask Twitter

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2019 Annual Conference

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CSTA Strategic Partners

Growth of In-person Conferences

Every student deserves a �high-quality �CS education, �and that’s only possible with �great CS teachers.

We’re all by ourselves. I’m the only computer science teacher in the district, really…(t)here’s no one who �teaches AP in my entire district, except for me. There’s �no one who teaches IOT except for me in this county…�the other high school in my district doesn’t offer it at all, zero computer science classes. there’s nothing…if (I) �don’t have organizations like CSTA, or if (I) don’t have organizations to help (me) collaborate…I don’t have contact with teachers who teach what I do.”

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Welcome to the World’s Largest �Computer Science Department

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New Funding Direct to Chapters

Membership Updates

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• $10 per CSTA+ member in your chapter
• Two new online courses launching next week
• PLS will be free for CSTA+ members
• Require CSTA+ membership for leadership positions
• Scholarship fund for those who cannot afford membership

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We need to maintain CSTA as the independent voice for all CS teachers.

Thank you!

Bryan “BT” Twarek

CSTA Director of Education

CSTA Golden Gate

@BTwarek Twitter

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Accessibility Guidelines

for Meetings and PD

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csteachers.org/accessibility

To Improve Accessibility at Meetings and PD

Ask about needs and collect feedback

Use large, high contrast text

Enable captions

Describe visuals

Ask about Needs and Collect Feedback

• Before the meeting, ask about any disability- related accessibility needs and any requested accommodations (e.g., in registration form).
• Make accommodations as possible, and communicate what is (not) possible.
• At the end or shortly after the meeting, ask for feedback, including whether disability-related accessibility needs were met, and plan how to adjust future meetings accordingly.

Enable Captions

• Enable automated closed captioning at the start of virtual meetings (Zoom, Meet) or within presentation slides (Slides, PowerPoint), and tell participants how to enable captions.
• Display captions in any videos presented. If videos are not captioned, seek alternatives, create a captioned version, or use automated captioning,
• If sharing a recording to a public audience, add captions or upload to YouTube to enable automated closed captioning.

Use Large, High Contrast Text

• Use large, san serif fonts (e.g., Lexend, Arial) that can be easily read by most individuals.
• Use a high contrast* color scheme, with uncluttered backgrounds and white space.
• Keep text brief and graphics simple.
• Structure headings.
• Use (or provide) slide templates to make it easier to meet guidelines.
• Zoom in when screen sharing.

* see next slide re contrast ratios

Accessible CSTA Brand Color Combinations

• Use black, white, and gray for greatest �contrast and ease of reading.�
• Use brand colors for headings, accents, and variety.
• Pair with black:

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• Pair with white:

Describe Visuals

• Share your name and describe your physical �appearance when beginning to speak.
• Don’t assume people will gather information from only viewing on a screen. Speak aloud any critical text, and describe any visuals used, including videos, in case people cannot see them.
• Don’t say “click here” if doing something on the shared screen. Instead, specifically identify what you are clicking on.
• Use more than *color coding* to communicate information (e.g., shading, underline, labels).
• Speak aloud relevant comments and questions shared in the chat.

Additional Guidelines for In-Person Events

• Host in wheelchair-accessible spaces.
• wide aisles
• ramps to any stage or platform
• low tables for buffets / reception
• Make sure the space is adequately well lit.
• Require use of microphones by presenters and Q&A.
• Accommodate food restrictions.
• Label buffet with allergens.

View Accessibility Guidelines for Conference or Summit Sessions

Learn More Information

• Accessibility & Universal Design of Online Meetings (AccessComputing)
• Equal Access: Universal Design of Presentations (AccessComputing)
• Accessible Presentation Guide (SIGACCESS)
• Making Your Presentation Accessible (Richard Ladner, Kyle Rector)
• Presentation and Poster Accessibility Guidelines (Tapia Conference)
• Accessible Conference Guide (SIGACCESS) – for in-person events

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Email AccessComputing if you need support

Development

Thank You

CSTA staff developed these guidelines as part of our commitment to improving the accessibility of our programs, drawing heavily from the resources listed on the previous slide. Authors include Bryan Twarek, Shaina Glass, Lily Mora, and Jason Bohrer. This work is supported by the Alliance of Identity-Inclusive Computing Education (NSF Grant No. 2118453) led by Dr. Nicki Washington and Dr. Shani Daily.

The DO-IT Center at the University of Washington generously provided training, resources, and recommendations to guide this work. In particular, we thank �Dr. Brianna Blaser, Terrill Thompson, Eric Trekell, Lyla Crawford, and Dr. Sheryl Burgstahler for their incredible ongoing support.

Accessibility Guidelines

for Meetings and PD

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csteachers.org/accessibility

National PreK-12 CS Teacher Survey (U.S.)

• Please remind your chapter members to complete the survey – �closes soon (late July)!
• In December, we will publish a report + update and expand an interactive dashboard with state-level reporting
• See the number of teachers from your state who have completed the survey

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1. CA 456
2. NY 284
3. TX 269
4. IN 205
5. FL 183

• MD 130
• GA 123
• IL 123
• NJ 117
• PA 112

• AL 105
• CO 98
• VA 89
• MA 86
• OH 83

Jason W. Bohrer

CSTA Chapter Relations Lead

CSTA Sacramento & CSTA Alabama

@MrJBohrer Twitter

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Being a CS Teacher often feels like

We’re changing that!

Chapter Leader

A Special Thank You to the Chapter Leader Committee

Four open spots for 2022-24 - https://csteachers.org/Page/volunteer-with-csta

• Edge Angeles (21-23) -
• Nimmi Arunachalam (21-23) -
• Shaina Glass (20-22) -
• Diane Levitt (21-23) -
• Yolanda Payne (21-23) -
• Corey Rogers (20-22) -
• Brett Tanaka (20-22) -
• Leon Tynes (20-22) -

What you can expect from #2022CLS

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1. Ask questions
2. Seek advice
3. Offer solutions
4. Celebrate successes
5. Set goals
6. Calendar & Budget

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Today’s Agenda

• Welcome Lunch: 1 - 2 p.m. ✅
• Break: 2 - 2:15 p.m.
• Breakout Sessions - Round 1: 2:15 - 3 p.m.
• Break: 3 - 3:15 p.m.
• Breakout Sessions - Round 2: 3:15 - 4 p.m.
• Break: 4 - 4:15 p.m.
• Regional Meetups: 4:15 - 5 p.m.
• Chapter Leader Reception: 5:30 - 7 p.m.

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CLS Area

• W184d - New & Future Leaders

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• W185 - All general sessions in this room

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• W186ab - D.E.I. Track
• W186c - Resources, in-a-box

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• W187a - Summits & P.D.
• W187b - Finances
• W187c - MemberNova & Comms

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WE ARE HERE!

CLS Area

• W184d - New Leader Welcome (w/ Dan Blier)
• W186ab - Hosting a Regional Equity Summit (Equity Fellows)
• W186c - Hosting Identity Inclusive PLCs (w/ Lily Mora)
• W187a - Planning Multi-Chapter Events (w/ Ruth Farmery)
• W187b - Hosting a Regional TEA Ceremony (w/ Jason & Kim)
• W187c - Chapter Comms using MemberNova (w/ Corey Rogers)

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WE ARE HERE!

Lunch-onference Tomorrow

Go here → pollev.com/csta

Before the end of the day:

• Suggest a topic you’d like to like discuss during lunch tomorrow (specific is better!)
• Upvote other topics of interest

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Tomorrow, we will share a map of unconference conversations during lunch.

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Day 1 Feedback Survey

tinyurl.com/CSTA-CLS-2022-Day1

Welcome Back to the #2022CLS!

• Sit anywhere you’d like this morning! �We encourage you to make some new friends!
• If you didn’t complete the feedback survey yesterday, please take do it now (2-5 mins):�tinyurl.com/CSTA-CLS-2022-Day1
• For Later: Day 2 Feedback Survey: tinyurl.com/CSTA-CLS-2022-Day2
• Agenda (with links to all slide decks):�bit.ly/2022CLSagenda
• Before you leave today, submit your chapter’s growth goals +

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Wifi

• Network: CSTA 2022
• Password: wixeducation

Welcome to of the 2022

Chapter Leadership Summit

#2022CLS

Day 2

What is your greatest takeaway from day 1 of the #2022CLS?

Join the Pear Deck and respond:

Why does Snow White use a PC?

She’s got a bad history with Apples.

The State of CSTA Chapters

How many active CSTA Chapters are there?

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97 chapters

• 49 U.S. states
• Puerto Rico
• Virgin Islands
• Philippines
• Singapore
• Nigeria

What is the newest Chapter?

Our Newest Additions

1. Virgin Islands
2. Greater Los Angeles*
3. Singapore
4. South Dakota

The First Chapters Formed

• Oregon*
• Western NY
• Chicago
• Long Island NY
• Arizona
• Lower Hudson Valley
• Greater Houston

Which Chapter is furthest from Chicago?

Chapters Furthest From Chicago

• 9,359 mi to Singapore
• 8,125 mi to Philippines
• 5,966 mi to Nigeria
• 3,542 mi to Top of the World (Alaska)

What is the most common starting letter of Chapter names?

S

Most Common Starting Letters

1. S - 15 chapters
2. N - 14 chapters
3. C - 12 chapters

Longest Chapter Names

1. CSTA California Central Valley (30 char)�CSTA New York Capital District (30 char)
2. CSTA California Desert Valley (29 char)
3. CSTA North Country New York (27 char)�CSTA Northern Neck Virginia (27 char)

• CSTA NYC
• CSTA Utah�CSTA Ohio�CSTA Iowa

Honorable Mention: Connecticut (CT)

Shortest

What is the most common color in Chapter logos?

Most Common Chapter Logo Colors

• Bright Blue 26
• Light Blue 23
• Bright Red 15
• Orange 13
• Purple 12
• Neon Green 9
• Pink 2

How many CSTA Chapter members are there?

10,330

of members reported satisfaction with Chapter activities

78%

• 74% believed the amount of communication was just about right
• 82% of members responded that they have “someone or some way to ask questions and receive support.”
• 87% reported that their “perspective is welcomed and honored” in their chapter.

Chapter Members Are Most Interested In

• a mix of virtual and in-person events
• slight leaning towards virtual events
• professional development (PD)
• lots of things!
• learning about new tools & curricula
• CS knowledge and skills
• professional learning communities (PLCs)

Which Chapter has the most members?

Largest Chapters by Number of Members

1. New Jersey - 324
2. Alabama - 289
3. Iowa - 287
4. Maryland - 248
5. NYC - 239
6. Greater Boston - 224

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Largest Chapters by Area

• Top of the World (Alaska) - 665,400 mi²
• Nigeria - 356,669 mi²
• Alberta - 255,541 mi²
• Manitoba - 250,116 mi²

• Staten Island - 58.69 mi²
• Virgin Islands - 133.6 mi²

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Smallest

How many total events did Chapters host this year?

535

~535 Chapter Events Hosted in 2021-22

• 382 Membership Meetings
• 71 Summits / Conferences
• 22 PD Weeks
• 41 Student Events�

reaching ~3,500 members (unique count)� ~15,000 total attendees (duplicate count)

Most Common Activities

1. Networking Activities (85%)
2. Equity-Focused PD (70%)
3. Learning About New Tools (66%)
4. Learning About New Curricula (56%)
5. Professional Learning Communities (47%)

Which Chapter Success Rubric target (row) has the highest average rating?

Relation-�ship with HQ

Highest Rated Targets (Rows) on Chapter Success Rubric

1. Relationship with HQ
2. Advocacy
3. Retention
4. Fundraising
5. Membership Representation

What is the most common goal among chapters? (by Chapter Success Rubric target / row)

Virtual�Comm-�unity

Most Common Chapter Growth Goals

by Chapter Success Rubric Targets

• Virtual Community 33
• Leadership 30
• Regular Activities 25
• Web Presence 21�Participation 21�Finances 21

of Chapters met 1+ goals

of Chapters met or partially met 1+ goals

77%

98%

What is the weight of our shipment of chapter stickers? (that is still stuck in customs clearance)

433.2 lbs

CLS 2022 Board Feedback Session

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CSTA Board Leadership

Dan Blier

Jen Rosato

CSTA Board Chair

DFW CSTA President

@dan_blier Twitter

CSTA Board Past Chair

CSTA Minnesota ECEP Rep

@jennifer_rosato Twitter

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CSTA Pillars of Work

CSTA is focused on three pillars of work:

• Build Inclusive Communities
• Provide Independent Guidance
• Develop ongoing, career-long, professional learning

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Questions

More Questions

Today’s Agenda

• General Session: 9 - 9:30 a.m.
• Break: 9:30 - 9:45 a.m.
• Workshop Sessions - Round 3: 9:45 - 11:15 a.m.
• Lunch-onference: 11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
• Break: 12:15 - 12:30 p.m.
• Workshop Sessions - Round 4: 12:30 - 2 p.m.
• Break: 2 - 2:15 p.m.
• General Session (Goals): 2:15 - 2:45 p.m.
• Chapter Leadership Planning: 2:45 - 4 p.m.

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Chapter Cohort Focus Groups

Please meet in this room - W185

Workshop Sessions - Round 3:

9:45 - 11:15 a.m.

• CSTA Iowa
• CSTA Maine
• CSTA Sacramento
• CSTA Tidewater VA
• CSTA Top of the World

Workshop Sessions - Round 4:

12:30 - 2 p.m.

• CSTA Georgia
• CSTA Greater Boston
• CSTA New Hampshire
• CSTA Mid-Columbia
• CSTA Ohio

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Lunch-�onference

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DOOR

DOOR

DOOR

DOOR

← STAGE

Retaining and engaging chapter members

Creating mentorship opportunities / programs

Recruiting and retaining chapter leaders

Strategies to attract new members

Strategies for engaging K-8 teachers

CSEdWeek �successes & ideas

Engaging counselors

Engaging members outside of meetings

Newbie chapter leadership teams

Encouraging meeting attendance

Hybrid meetups

Partner- ships with vendors

Attracting girls to CS

Going back in person

Physical computing

Virtual meeting best practices

Managing newsletters & social media

2 Reminders

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Workshop Sessions - Round 4:

12:30 - 2 p.m.

• CSTA Georgia
• CSTA Greater Boston
• CSTA New Hampshire
• CSTA Mid-Columbia
• CSTA Ohio
• Please meet in this room - W185

• Please bring your chapter banners back to the general session at 2:15 p.m.
• Group photo (take 2) at the beginning of the general session!

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Chapter Goal Setting

& Program Planning

#2022CLS

The idea behind the timeline…

Chapter Leaders complete their annual reports during the month of June in preparation for the Chapter Leadership Summit and CSTA Conference:

1. Goal Progress (from last year)
2. Rubric Ratings (July 22)
3. 2022 Chapter Annual Report

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… and then

Chapter Leaders attend the Chapter Leadership Summit and CSTA Conference to see what other chapters are doing and what opportunities exist.

4. Chapter Leaders work together to complete Chapter Growth Goals.
5. Chapter Leaders work together to Calendar / Budget based on goals.

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Goals are tied to the bit.ly/ChapterSuccessRubric

Element 1: Build Community

• Regular Activities
• Participation
• Virtual Community
• Satisfaction
• Recruitment (for chapters of <100)
• Retention (for chapters of ≥100)
• Membership Representation
• Advocacy (optional)

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Element 2: Provide PD + Support

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1. Networking Opportunities
2. Professional Development
• Should include at least one equity-focused PD
3. Membership Communications
4. Mentoring (optional)

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Element 3: Establish Operational Foundation

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• Foundational Documents
• Leadership
• Web Presence
• Relationship with HQ
• Finances
• Fundraising (optional)

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What goals should we be setting?

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1. Element 1: Build Community (required)
2. Element 2: Provide PD + Support (required)
3. Element 3: Establish Operational Foundation (required)�
4. From Element 1, 2, or 3 (optional)
5. From Element 1, 2, or 3 (optional)

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How we should set these goals?

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We’ve all heard the term SMART goals:

• Specific
• Measurable
• Achievable
• Relevant
• Time-Oriented

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What we’re asking you to do

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19. What is your specific goal?
13. What is your chapter's current & desired indicator level related to this goal?
1. How will you measure whether this goal is achieved (metric)?
18. Which Chapter Success Rubric Element does this goal most closely target?
20. When do you hope to complete this goal (timeline)?

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Ex. #1 - Element 1: Build Community

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CSTA Chapter What is your specific Element 1: Build Community goal?

Have a virtual community with regular communication (at least monthly) by both Chapter Leaders and members.

When do you hope to complete this goal (timeline)?

4 - 6 months

How will you measure whether this goal is achieved (metric)?

Statistics from the Higher Logic chapter virtual community

Which 'Element 1: Build Community' strand does this goal most closely target (bit.ly/ChapterSuccessRubric)?

Virtual Community

What is your chapter's current indicator level related to this goal?

Level 2 - Meets Expectation

What is your chapter's desired indicator level related to this goal (should be higher than the current indicator level)?

Level 3 - Meets Target

What are some ideas/plans your chapter has for achieving this goal?

Create a schedule for Chapter Leaders to post and reply to posts in our virtual community. Direct members to the virtual community in our emails, bulletins, and newsletters. Post a link to the virtual community on our chapter website.

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Ex. #2 - Element 2: Provide PD + Support

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CSTA Chapter What is your specific Element 2: Provide PD + Support goal?

Host at least one meeting or event that addresses equitable teaching practices.

When do you hope to complete this goal (timeline)?

7 - 9 months

How will you measure whether this goal is achieved (metric)?

We will have a slide deck and recording (if possible) of the meeting or event that addresses equitable teaching practices.

Which 'Element 2: Provide PD + Support' strand does this goal most closely target (bit.ly/ChapterSuccessRubric)?

Professional Development

What is your chapter's current indicator level related to this goal?

Level 2 - Meets Expectation

What is your chapter's desired indicator level related to this goal (should be higher than the current indicator level)?

Level 3 - Meets Target

What are some ideas/plans your chapter has for achieving this goal?

Ask members if they'd like to present or share resources for equitable teaching practices. Review the resources from the Chapter Leader webinars that showcase how to lead events focused on equitable teaching practices.

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Ex. #3 - Element 3: Operational Foundations

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CSTA Chapter What is your specific Element 3: Operational Foundation goal?

Chapter leadership promptly responds to all CSTA HQ communications and requests, including the annual report. At least one Chapter Leader participates in the annual Chapter Leadership Summit.

When do you hope to complete this goal (timeline)?

10 - 12 months

How will you measure whether this goal is achieved (metric)?

Completion of the Mid-year Rubric Ratings and goal updates, completion of each of the three annual reporting requirements, attendance at the CLS and MYCLS, and setting Chapter Growth Goals for next year in July 2023.

Which 'Element 3: Operational Foundation' strand does this goal most closely target (bit.ly/ChapterSuccessRubric)?

Relationship with HQ

What is your chapter's current indicator level related to this goal?

Level 2 - Meets Expectation

What is your chapter's desired indicator level related to this goal (should be higher than the current indicator level)?

Level 3 - Meets Target

What are some ideas/plans your chapter has for achieving this goal?

Keep abreast of Chapter Leader communications via email and in the Chapter Leader Virtual Community.

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Chapter Calendaring and Budget Building

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Goal: Plan a draft set of activities for the year.

• Chapter Calendar of Events 2022-23 �(make a copy of the sample and complete)
• Options, Samples, and Budgets for guidance �(this will continue to be updated; Have guidance/resources that you’d like to share? Please let me know.)

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Chapter Calendaring and Budget Building

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Chapter Calendaring and Budget Building

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• Add up the totals from the Budget column and provide your expected budget at the bottom
• Share the document with me at Chapters@csteachers.org
• This helps in two ways:
1. Provides you a target to reach with regard to chapter revenue
2. Gives us specifics when we ask partners for funding.

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CLS Scholarship Reimbursement

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• To complete after your chapter goals are submitted:
• Certify Instructions CLS Chapter Grant Conference 2022 7.5.2022
1. Approvals not starting until Wednesday, July 20.

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Day 2 Feedback Survey

tinyurl.com/CSTA-CLS-2022-Day2