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Discussion Notes:

 * Teachers need a concrete tool for accessing current grade levels and growth rate.
 * Grade 8 teachers are looking for some solid skills (a continuum) to better prepare the Grade 8 students for high school
 * Teachers do not want to reinvent "the wheel" every year
 * Teachers would like a set of skills to focus on each grade - moving to the next grade - dealing with comprehension strategies
 * The idea of a "middle school" really works well with creating skills continuums - and having teachers teach areas that are their passion/strength
 * Staff schools with this in mind
 * Teachers need time to meet with colleagues and work together to design a straight forward skills continuum