In this session, we'll generally explore the Abre platform and discuss strategies for using Abre to leverage student data at the classroom level, including navigating the most recent addition of Class 360 data dashboards. Whether you're an Abre novice or a seasoned expert, our goal will be to meet you where you are and help unlock the potential of Abre in your classroom.
Physical Education teachers, Educational Aides, Related Service have asked about instructional strategies and activities for their Physical Education classes. Beth Hersman from Wright State University will present her experiences and the program Wright State University. She has a breadth of experience including working with teams abroad to promote Adaptive PE programming. We will also review/discover PE Central modules. Two links that support the presentation are here: https://health-education-human-services.wright.edu/kinesiology-and-health/adapted-physical-education-endorsement https://pecentral.teachable.com/courses/category/adapted-pe?utm_source=PEC&utm_medium=nav
Join us for an introduction to our adult team TRAINING program which will include a dynamic warm up, mobility, full body functional strength training and metabolic conditioning. All levels and abilities are welcome and encouraged as we provide individual programming within the group setting.
Friday January 17, 2025 9:55am - 10:45am EST
Weight Rm
This session would provide staff with time to collaborate on best practices for the Amplify Desmos implementation in our classrooms. We will be learning best practices on backward planning (knowing the end goal & figuring out the best steps to take to get there utilizing this new curriculum). We will then practice this collaboratively with upcoming units & lessons.
In this session we dig deep into Amplify. There will be a brief refresher on how to test using Amplify and then how to use that data to create small groups and get your hands on a lot of really good resources to meet individual students needs. We will then switch over to Orton Gillingham and review how to use assessments to group students and where to begin and how to incorporate the three part drill into everyday activities and some resources to help small groups thrive.
Right now, our society is going through the Fourth Industrial Revolution. We can't afford to place our students in an unfortunate position by using outdated teaching methods. In this breakout session, Mr.Bonner will provide tips to help increase the social-emotional environment for students, vital literacy research that will foster a love for reading, and technology applications that will assist students in becoming producers rather than consumers.
New to Blocksi or need a refresher? This session is perfect for educators looking to build a strong foundation in using Blocksi for classroom management. Led by a Blocksi representative, you'll explore the platform's core features, including setting up classroom sessions, monitoring student activity, applying filters, and ensuring a focused learning environment. Gain confidence in leveraging Blocksi to streamline your teaching and create a productive classroom experience.
Come learn with Kettering Health Nutrition specialists to support your immune system. We will discuss how nutrition and lifestyle choices can support your overall health and boost your immune system.
This session introduces Palace Pay, a program simulating real-life finance to improve student behavior and financial literacy. Students earn and manage money, learning budgeting, saving, and responsible spending.
Topics include:
Understanding Palace Pay Setting up the program Integrating it into curriculum Addressing challenges and best practices
Participants will gain practical tools to implement Palace Pay effectively, fostering positive behavior and valuable life skills in students.
We will review the process families will go through when entering the emergency room or attending a Bridge Clinic appointment. We will also review an introduction of what safety planning looks like from these settings and how those features can support school's support plans.
Criminal gangs in our community. Gang identification and awareness training will focus on criminal gangs in Hamilton Ohio and Southwest Ohio. The training will cover topics such as the history of gangs in Hamilton, current active gangs in our community, identification of signs, symbols and colors, gangs in popular culture, and prosecution of gangs in Hamilton. Our goal is for those who attend this training to walk away with a better understanding of criminal gangs in our community and to be able to identify indicators of gang involvement or red flags that may be a security or safety threat to staff and students.
We will share how we use components from our EL Education Modules to extend learning in our independent learning block. Utilizing multiple modalities we will give examples for differentiated centers that incorporate vocabulary, critical thinking, and real world application. Our hope is when you leave you will be able to take sustainable, applicable, and practical ideas back to your own classroom practice.
Everyday Yoga Basics will be an accessible, trauma informed yoga class for all levels of mobility and experience. This practice could be enjoyed as a chair or mat practice per individual preference or need. Participants will be supported with instruction, props, options and choices throughout the practice .During this relaxing and informative exploration participants will be invited to use basic yogic practices and principles. Each person will be encouraged to come from where they are and through shape, breath and gaze flow into more stillness or movement to bring more steadiness and comfort to mind, body and spirit.
This session is HQPD for those who serve/teach gifted students. Administrator and Coaches are encouraged to attend as well as regular classroom teachers. What is Rigor in your instruction? How do I differentiate for gifted students? What are the differences with your high achieving students vs. gifted students? Attendees will leave with plenty of resources they can utilize in their classrooms the very next day! The potential of our students is endless!
Educators have been hearing about the importance of a growth mindset for many years and we often share with students that we believe they all can learn and grow. However, as students reach puberty we notice a shift as they begin to value peers' opinions more than the opinions of adults in their lives. In this session, participants will learn about mentor mindset and how they can use this leadership style to develop strong, trusting relationships with young people while also inspiring them to reach their full potential. Participants will leave with ideas they can immediately use in their classroom and anywhere else they work with young people.
In this interactive workshop, teachers will explore the potential of using scent as a powerful tool to help themselves manage their emotions and reduce stress throughout the school day. Participants will learn about the science behind how different scents impact the brain and influence mood and behavior. The session will cover practical strategies for incorporating scent-based practices into their classroom routines. By the end of the workshop, teachers will leave with a toolkit of scent-based techniques they can apply to foster a calm, positive learning environment that supports self-regulation and emotional well-being for themselves.
Chef Roger and Aisha will discuss various options for healthy snacking throughout the day. Benefits of different the options vs grabbing the candy bar out of the vending machine. They will demonstrate how to prepare a simple healthy snack and send everyone home with a sample and a few recipes.
Don't have time to read and implement Unlocking Multilingual Learners Potential? This session will share the ideas presented by the authors Diane Staehr Fenner, Sydney Snyder, and Meghan Gregoire-Smith. I will share their "dynamic, research-backed strategies that every educator of multilingual learners (MLs) can add to their repertoire. Including authentic classroom examples, a wide variety of research-based instructional strategies, and practical tools to implement across grade levels and content areas―this is the ultimate practical guide to unlocking the potential of MLs in K-12 classrooms."
Internal Monitoring within the special education department for review of IEPs and ETRs. Please join us to go through the internal monitoring process of reviewing the contents of IEPs and ETRs. The team will review redacted IEPs/ETRs using a checklist that comes from the state to ensure that our documents are compliant and identify areas of growth.
Every student deserves the opportunity to succeed. This session equips you with the tools to create an inclusive and engaging learning environment where all students thrive. Gain practical strategies for explicit teaching, effective feedback, and adapting instruction to meet diverse needs, including those of English Language Learners.
Every student deserves the opportunity to succeed. This session equips you with the tools to create an inclusive and engaging learning environment where all students thrive. Gain practical strategies for explicit teaching, effective feedback, and adapting instruction to meet diverse needs, including those of English Language Learners.
Every student deserves the opportunity to succeed. This session equips you with the tools to create an inclusive and engaging learning environment where all students thrive. Gain practical strategies for explicit teaching, effective feedback, and adapting instruction to meet diverse needs, including those of English Language Learners.
Overall health and wellness diminishes with stress of all kinds. Come learn, taste, and see how decreasing stress leads to more energy, better focus, and a better quality of life. Educational and interactive...this session is one you won't want to miss!
Learning a new curriculum is hard! Learning a new curriculum and preparing students for state assessments can seem impossible. This session will discuss ways to leverage what is being taught in EL, and partner that with assessment resources to maximize student outcomes!
This session introduces educators to AI tools designed to maximize time efficiency and reduce stress. Participants will explore platforms like ChatGPT, Magic School, and Brisk, which automate routine tasks such as lesson planning, grading, and providing student feedback. By streamlining these processes, teachers can reclaim valuable time for more meaningful interactions with students. The session highlights how AI can reduce workload by generating customized lesson plans, offering instant student support, and simplifying assessments. Attendees will also learn how AI-powered tools help analyze student performance data, providing actionable insights for targeted instruction. By adopting these technologies, educators can enhance their productivity, lower stress levels, and focus on what truly matters: student learning and engagement. This session is ideal for teachers seeking to harness the power of AI to create a more balanced and effective teaching environment.
Come and enjoy a gentle yoga practice, geared toward mindfulness practices. We will focus on breath and body connection. Bring yourself to the present moment where all things are at peace. Enjoy gentle stretching and modifications for everyone. Let's get centered together.
In today’s evolving social and legal landscape, educators find themselves at the intersection of free expression, student support, and new legislative realities. This session will delve into the complexities of displaying symbols tied to social movements—such as pride flags or Black Lives Matter—and the impact of laws like Ohio’s anticipated SB 104 (“Bathroom Bill”) on classroom and campus policies.
We’ll also explore the boundaries of teachers’ First Amendment rights, particularly in the context of social media, helping you balance personal expression with professional responsibilities. Join us for a candid, interactive discussion on how to navigate these issues with confidence, empathy, and legal awareness.
Empower yourself with strategies and insights to foster inclusive classrooms while staying informed about your rights and responsibilities as an educator.
OCALI has a number of resources for special education. We’d like to share those resources with the preschool staff so that they are able to access the resources to enrich their instruction and meet the diverse needs of their students. We’d guide them through finding and placing holds on the resources as well as share how we have used the resources in our classroom.
This training will equip participants with a comprehensive understanding of the Ohio School Wellness Initiative's (OSWI) Staff Wellness Framework. The framework, grounded in the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's (SAMHSA) 8 dimensions of wellness, provides a structured approach to promoting and supporting staff well-being.
Key Learning Objectives:
-Framework Overview: Gain a deep understanding of the OSWI Staff Wellness Framework's foundational principles and components. -SAMHSA's 8 Dimensions of Wellness: Explore the eight dimensions of wellness and their relevance to staff well-being.
At the Freshman Campus, we have harnessed the data from Abre Insights to provide real-time data on student grades, assessments, and behavior to implement early interventions / supports to ensure ALL students are growing academically and achieving their goals / pathways for graduation. We will demonstrate how administrators, counselors, and teachers can work together in an MTSS model that is simple to replicate and allows teams to brainstorm solutions to complex student concerns. With over 95% of our FC students currently On Track for graduation and consistently showing 70% or higher MAP growth, this creative data tracking system allows teachers to be at the drivers seat for working with admin / counselors / support staff to boost student performance.
Presentation Title: Retirement Planning Expedition: Make Your Plan Today
Join this session for a fun-filled adventure into the world of planning for retirement! This dynamic presentation will cover important topics like understanding your retirement income and expenses, unraveling the confusion of Medicare, and creating a budget for an exciting retirement lifestyle. Get ready for an exhilarating event that will help you to prepare for the ride into retirement. Discover how our retirement education team at American Fidelity Retirement Services can help you through the twists and turns of this thrilling journey. Don't miss this opportunity to hop on board for a wild ride towards retirement success!
Topics:
1) Evaluate the STRS and SERS pension and retiree health benefits, applicable Social Security benefits, annuities, and other sources to help determine your retirement income.
2) Compare insurance options for both pre-Medicare retirees and Medicare-eligible retirees to make informed healthcare decisions.
3) Create a retirement budget that supports an exciting and sustainable retirement lifestyle.
Join us for a relaxing pottery painting session, where creativity meets mindfulness. Unwind and relax as you take a piece of your choosing from blank to beautiful. No experience necessary, just bring your imagination.
Join us to hear the details about the incredible walking field trips available for students at Pyramid Hill! These field trips provide interactive experiences aligned to curriculum to enhance student learning.
The 50-minute journey is for all Reading Playground users, this playful, interactive tool was crafted for enhancing foundational literacy skills. Discover how its comprehensive assessment tools and reports guide tailored instruction, helping bridge the proficiency gap. We’ll also explore additional resources like eBooks, Spanish supports, live activities, and the enriching Vocabulary Playground. Perfect for educators, this training transforms literacy learning into a dynamic and impactful experience.
Recharge and Reconnect - An opportunity to reflect on the people, places and practices that help support mental health and wellbeing, as well as, learn new ways to build wellness. This session also includes interactive pieces and opportunities to connect with colleagues.
A crash course in what the sensory needs are of preschoolers and how to build these in throughout the day. Helpful tips for foster good core strength and fine motor skills.
Join us for a Slow Flow with Yin Yoga class, where gentle movement meets deep relaxation. In this class, we'll begin with a mindful, slow-paced flow to warm the body and connect with the breath, followed by longer-held Yin postures to stretch and release tension in the deeper tissues. This combination of flowing and stillness allows you to restore balance, calm the mind, and nurture your body. Perfect for all levels, this practice offers a space to unwind, reset, and reconnect. Come as you are, and leave feeling grounded and refreshed.
The objective of this session is to provide teachers with a greater understanding of informal words and phrases that may commonly be used by native Spanish speaking students. Participants of this session will be able to better distinguish casual speech from vulgarities. Participants will also obtain new knowledge on how words and phrases greatly differ among dialects, contributing to greater cultural awareness. Finally, this presentation will provide teachers with handy classroom phrases with practical application such as giving praise or addressing misbehaviors.
This is a collaborative session for SLPs to work through the MTSS process for speech and language concerns. Three district SLPs will share their methods and others are welcome to share their tips as well!
Understanding your State Teacher Retirement System(STRS) is vital in determining your retirement needs. This session will build a comprehensive understanding and foundational knowledge about your STRS. Are there retirement needs you may want to pursue?
This session will allow you to spend time exploring how a key design element of the EL curriculum, the “Read-Think-Talk-Write” cycle, operates at the micro level within a lesson or series of lessons, and at the macro level across the units of a module. The cycle has some subtle superpowers that are likely impacting student learning already, and those powers can get even more impactful when you bring attention and intention to them.
Certified and well trained Therapy Dogs would love for you to visit them! Please sign up and let you pressures melt away in the presence of our therapy dogs.
Join us for an engaging, hands-on session where you’ll discover innovative strategies to seamlessly integrate Science4Us into your classroom. This dynamic workshop will empower you to enhance your science lessons by incorporating literacy and mathematics, making learning more comprehensive and fun for your students. Plus, you’ll gain valuable insights on how to effectively engage English Language Learners, ensuring all your students thrive in a supportive and inclusive environment. Don’t miss out on this chance to elevate your teaching and inspire your students with the wonders of science! 🚀📚🔬
We will be giving an informational session regarding how schools, staff, and administration can be more trauma informed and assist students in the buildings. We will discuss the benefits of trauma informed care as well as what behaviors that can be exhibited in the classroom including best ways to respond. ( We will need to do this prior to 11 am, if possible).
This session is aimed to deepen understanding of math fluency and equip them with practical strategies to foster student mastery of basic math facts. This session is based on the book Math Fact Fluency by Jennifer Bay-Williams.
This session empowers teachers with the skills to use Mail Merge to streamline parent communication. Learn how to send personalized emails that share student grades, invite parents to conferences, and provide updates. By combining Mail Merge with Google Sheets, you’ll be able to create a seamless communication flow, saving time and enhancing the personal touch. Additionally, if time permits, we’ll cover how to embed a Google Form within the email, allowing parents to self-schedule conferences effortlessly. Join us to gain practical, step-by-step guidance on simplifying communication tasks and making connections with parents smoother and more efficient.
Whether you’re new to the ViewBoard by ViewSonic or need a refresher, this session is your perfect starting point! We’re going back to the basics to review essential tools and features that make this interactive display a game-changer in the classroom. Led by Bari Gersten, a ViewSonic representative, you’ll have the unique opportunity to learn directly from the pros as they guide you through setup, annotation, and collaboration tools to engage your students with ease. Perfect for teachers who want to build confidence and rediscover the power of interactive teaching, this session will leave you inspired and ready to bring your lessons to life!
The Miami School has been through several transitions in its history. There is still a lot unknown about what the program is and how it works. This is an information session to share more about the program, such as daily schedules, instructional model, attendance, opportunities, resources, etc.
Interactive presentation to inform participants about the current trends for State Teachers Retirement System (STRS) and School Employees Retirement System (SERS) with a focus on those new employee questions. Other topics included in the presentation and topics of discussion include: District Severance Package, Investment Options (403B, 529, 457, etc.), Insurance at Retirement, and other topics of interest from participants.
