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The Teacher Center of Cheektowaga is an
established teacher resource and computer center funded through a state legislative grant
administered by the New York State Department of Education. It represents a fresh approach
to professional development. Through needs assessments, surveys, program committee
recommendations and ambassador input the director plans activities which meet the specific
needs of the education staffs served by the Center.
The Teacher Center of Cheektowaga is a consortium center composed of 1000 staff members
from 16 buildings who represent 4 public school districts and 1 non-public school:
 | Cheektowaga Central |
| Cheektowaga Sloan |
| Cleveland Hill |
| Maryvale |
| Mary Queen of Angels |
As a consortium center, TCC has identified itself as an outreach staff development service
which provides a variety of services throughout the 16 buildings as well as in the Center
facility itself. These services include:
Courses, workshops, and in-service training in topics - aligned with our Expected Program
Outcomes.(see below) Referral to specific consultants for support is available.
| Equipment Grants - specific pieces of equipment such as computers, laptops, LCD projectors, and digital cameras are available for loan. |
| Laminating and Materials Production- our Materials Production Lab has an extensive inventory of Ellison dies and die cut machines, poster printers, hot and cold laminators, binding equipment, an art waxer, and a button maker. A modest fee is charged for materials produced. |
| Professional Resource Library - literature related to instructional strategies, cooperative learning, students at risk, learning styles, societal and health issues; videos for professional and classroom use; audio tapes for training purposes. |
| Share Groups - professional circles and training series which address specific curricular areas. Our 6 successful share groups are BIOSHARE, FLAPPERS, PRIME TIME, GET THE FAC'S, SPEECH CONSORTIUM, and CHEMSHARE. |
Mission Statement
The mission of the Teacher Center of Cheektowaga is to provide programs, personnel, work areas, and the human and material resources necessary to meet both the immediate needs of our constituents, as well as long-range statewide goals and desired learning outcomes. Our teacher center is a dynamic enterprise which addresses six needs:
(1) Professional Growth
(2) School Climate / Motivation
(3) Communication
(4) Technology
(5) Education Reform
(6) Emerging Needs
Program Outcomes
INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES
| 1.1 Participants will receive current information on effective instructional techniques and strategies. INSTRUCTIONAL |
| 1.2 Participants will receive current information and resources related to their specific fields of study. CURRICULUM |
| 1.3 Participants will receive training in their specific fields of study. CURRICULUM |
SCHOOL CLIMATE AND LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
| 2.1 Participants will receive and may incorporate information about social, emotional and environmental factors that affect student learning. CLIMATE / LEARNING |
COMMUNICATION
| 3.1 Participants will receive information on professional opportunities. BRANCHING OUT / NEWSLETTER / ANNOUNCEMENTS |
| 3.2 Participants will use information and skills for the purpose of facilitating networking. SHARE GROUPS / PROFESSIONAL CIRCLES / WORKSHOPS |
TECHNOLOGY
| 4.1 Participants will receive information and skills in the use of the computer as an instructional tool. COMPUTER |
| 4.2 Participants will receive information and skills in the use of the computer as a management tool. COMPUTER |
| 4.3 Participants will receive information and skills in other types of technology applicable to the school environment. OTHER TECHNOLOGY |
EDUCATIONAL REFORM
| 5.1 Participants will receive updated information relative to systemic reform resulting in raising standards, addressing curriculum frameworks, building capacity, and reporting results. |
EMERGING NEEDS
| 6.1 Participants will receive information and skills relative to local district and educational Emerging Needs as they arise. |
777 Maryvale Drive -
Room 109
Cheektowaga, NY 14225
Phone: (716) 632-1042 Fax: (716) 632-6169
HOURS:
Monday-Thursday 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Director: Gloria LaSota
Administrative Assistant: Marilyn Rabenhorst
10/29/2009 07:46:25 PM
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