Teaching and Learning

Welcome to the Office of Teaching & Learning at Acton-Boxborough Regional School District! Our dedicated team is committed to cultivating a vibrant learning environment and culture that empowers and inspires both educators and students. We support the District's mission and vision by providing educators the materials and professional learning they need to engage students' in their learning and ensure that students, staff and families feel welcomed, known, and valued. We also work to improve students' social and emotional development and to ensure that they have access to equitable opportunities and outcomes.

Staff

Office of Teaching and Learning

Gabrielle Abrams, Assistant Superintendent for Teaching and Learning
Debbie Sye, Administrative Assistant for Teaching and Learning and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Instructional Support Teams*

Instructional Support Teams* (ISTs) are school-based teams of educators who support classroom teachers in facilitating the inclusion of learners who are struggling academically, behaviorally, and/or socially in school.

These collaborative, school-based teams share expertise that empowers teachers to meet individual student needs. Currently these teams have different names, including Child Study Team and Student Study Team.

ISTs are based on the following seven principles:

· All students learn.

· The student-educator relationship within the general education classroom is critical.

· A problem-solving community is the foundation for professional and student learning.

· The instructional match and setting are the focus of problem solving.

· As professionals, educators, are entitled to job-embedded learning that involves consultation, collaboration, and coaching.

*Adapted from Dale Pennell’s work out of the William & Mary School of Education

ABRSD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, age, active military/veteran status, ancestry, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, employment policies, and other administered programs and activities. In addition, students who are homeless or of limited English-speaking ability are protected from discrimination in accessing the course of study and other opportunities available through the schools. Read our Non discrimination Notice and Website Accessibility Statement. Website Accessibility Statement. If you find a problem that prevents access, please contact the webmaster. Inquiries will be responded to within 5-7 business days.

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