Guides and Handbooks

Teacher Information Packet Services (TIPS)

What is TIPS?

Teacher Information Packet Series is a set of resources for districts and schools in CESA 7.  TIPS are packets of information centered on a key area of concern for teachers who have English Language Learners (ELLs) in their classrooms and schools.  This packet series is designed to reduce the time burden on teachers, administrators and others who are interested in obtaining current and helpful information for practitioners with specific questions and needs and limited time.  TIPS is an informative resource that was developed for both the individual or a group of educators interested in improving the education of ELL students in their schools and districts.  The seven packets are provided on a monthly basis and are ideal for small study groups and others who are examining best practices for ELL students.  Therefore, TIPS can be used either to inform a teacher's practice or can be used as a set of readings that could guide a professional development effort.

What Topics Does TIPS Cover?

Based on feedback from educators in the area, the following areas of concern related to the education of ELL students have been pulled together:

1. Background on Teaching ELL Students
2. The First Day
3. Teaching ELL Students with Special Needs
4. Multicultural Education
5. Working With ELL Parents and the Community
6. Teaching ELL High School Students
7. Essentials for Administrators

Fees for Masters Sent by Topic:

$0          CESA 7 ELL Consortium Members

$35        Non Members

Fees for Collated Set in Binder:

$7          CESA 7 ELL Center Members

$20        CESA 7 ELL Consortium Members

$50        Non Members

Contact Patti Mulcahy at pmulcahy@cesa7.k12.wi.us for an order form.

Tip-Of-The-Week

Each week, participants will receive a classroom strategy tip for use with ELL students.  The Tip-Of-The-Week can be used individually by teachers or can be used by collaborative teacher teams to discuss these best practices.  The tips are sent via e-mail and were developed by Scott Jones, ELL trainer and classroom teacher.  To register for Tip-Of-The-Week, contact Patti Mulcahy at pmulcahy@cesa7.k12.wi.us.

Annual Fee:

$0 per subscriber          CESA 7 ELL Consortium Members

$100 per subscriber      Non-Members