Don Norwick

Associate Principal - Director of Curriculum and Instruction

Curriculum and Gradebook Audit

• Updates to curriculum
• Resources
• Increased Offerings of AP, PACC, and PIE Courses
• Revamped Summer School Offerings and Credit Options
• Creation of several combined SPED/REG ED Classes to empower student leadership and inclusion

Standards-Based Grading

• Led teacher trainings focused on implementation
• Facilitated parent and community informational meetings
• Designed SBG informational website
• Led the implementation of new SBG Gradebook OTUS
• Led the pilot group of teachers before full implementation
• Set up trainings and workshops
• Developed team of trainers using teacher-leaders in the building
• Currently lead ongoing trainings and Q+As with teachers, parents, and the community

Overhaul of our SIS system, Skyward

• Fixed numerous issues within course and curriculum master
• State coding issues and designations
• Developed processes for adding courses in the future
• Developed a team to oversee and train individuals in the future

Assisted in the development of systems to address issues with student attendance

• Working in teams with counselors, teachers, and families
• Better tracking systems
• Updates to tardy/absent coding in Skyward
• More directed use and analysis of WiseDash Local
• Adjustments to district policies
• Weekly meetings on attendance and progress

Disciplinary Actions Audit

• Adjustments made to dealing with Vaping, Suspensions, and SEL support

Led the New Staff Mentoring programs

• Changed to a tiered-system of support based on years of experience and years in district
• Monthly meetings, schedule mentor/mentee observations, documentation of meetings and minutes
• Focus on staff retention and growth in the profession

Implementation of new universal screener iReady and Read180 Curriculum

• Major focus on the use of the data collected

Oversee the administration of ACT, PreACT Secure, Forward, and AP Exams

• AP Coordinator and Assistant DAC

Worked with counseling department on Master Scheduling

Helped with the facilitation of monthly Staff Circles

• Improvement of school culture and climate

Developed new system for PD requests and budgeting for the district

• Provided oversight and budgeting to the use of Title I, II, III, and IV funds
• Working closely with the Business Manager

Assisted in the auditing of the HS budget after failed referendum

Led yearly vertical alignment/collaboration meetings with our sender schools

ACP Coordinator

• Monitored the lessons and use of Xello with our student body
• Maintenance of the ACP Module(s) on the school’s website
• Worked closely with the former and current CTE director of the district
• Focus on improvements to programming, membership, and funding
• Secured assistance with HoneyComb Consulting to improve the CTE program

• Taught 9th Grade Civics, 10th Grade World History, Current Events
• Member of Strategic Planning Committee, RtI Committee, and New Teacher Mentoring Program
• Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
• Used computers, audio-visual aids and other equipment to supplement presentations.
• Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
• Assisted struggling students through targeted one-on-one tutoring sessions, resulting in improved academic performance.
• Substitute Administrator

• Nationally Board-Certified Teacher (only one in the district – trained/mentored 3 others)
• Department Chair/Head 2018-2020
• Taught AP US Government, AP Comparative Government, Economics, American Government, and American History
• AP Scores (87% Comparative Politics Pass Rate, 83% US Government Pass Rate) o 33% higher average on AP Comparative Government and Politics Test than previous 4 years taught at Waterford
• MyLIFE Financial Simulation Team Member/Organizer
• Member of the Google Training Group and Level 1 and 2 Google Certified Educator
• Member of the Diversity Committee and Diversity Team Leader during Junior Diversity Training
• Lead and implemented several committee plans involving Scheduling, Personal Finance, Reopening – COVID, Staff Climate, Course Reevaluation, Curriculum, Testing, etc.
• Active volunteer for classroom, sport, and Student Council activities
• Powderpuff Football Coach, member of staff VB team, member of staff Bowling Team, participant in Pep Assemblies, dance chaperone, and fundraisers
• Coached Varsity Football (Offensive and Defensive Line) and Wrestling
• Head Powerlifting Coach
• 2 National Team Championships (Men’s and Women’s) o 2 State Team Championships (Men’s and Women’s) o 2-Time National Coach of the Year

• National Board Certified AYA-Social Studies-History (2013)  Charter High School Teacher of the Year (2013-14)
• Milwaukee Debate League “Coach of the Year” (2014)
• Co-founder of Veritas Literacy Committee (2013-14)
• Senior Advisor of Community Service requirements for graduation (2014)
• Mentor to 2 Millennium Gates Scholarship winners (2013)
• Social Studies Department Head (2008-2014)
• Instructed and assessed year 9-12 students (14-19-year old’s) in content areas including US History, Modern History, Geography, US Government, Economics, and Sociology
• Planned lessons and units specific to the Wisconsin State Curriculum
• Accommodated for diverse needs of each student through various instructional approaches and lesson adaptations
• Attended cultural exhibitions and performances to embrace the community and gain understanding of students’ background
• Attended and contributed to daily and weekly staff meetings as well as weekly team planning meetings
• Attended and supervised class trips and school functions
• Learned and implemented new models of behavior management
• Developed cultural awareness through student and colleague interaction
• Coached and advised football, basketball, volleyball, debate, and several committees