2024 Great Ideas in Education Conference: Full Schedule

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About the Conference Program

When considering which session to attend be aware that most sessions will address more than one strand so be sure to look at the full descriptions.

Cookies and Conversations on Thursday are designed to give attendees the opportunity to network with others who have similar job responsibilities. You may choose any of the sessions to attend, so if you are more interested in learning from a different group, you are welcome.

If you have questions about the program of events, please contact by email at Pat Bone or by phone (785) 296-2303.

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10:45am CDT

Assessment Literacy

Wednesday October 23, 2024 10:45am - 12:15pm CDT

Redbud C

Not all tests are created equal. Assessment literacy means differntiating between appropriate and inappropriate uses of different types of assessment and assessment results. This session will help educators start to identify, select, and/or create appropriate, efficient, and precise assessments that engage students in demonstrating their knowledge and abilities relative to targeted learning goals.

Moderators

Jennifer Hamlet

STEM Math Program Manager, KSDE

Jennifer Hamlet is the Kansas State Department of Education STEM Math Program Manager. She's been in Education for 28 years. Jennifer was a classroom teacher for 17 years and a PK-8th building principal for 10 years.

Chelsea Pelfrey

Assessment Coordinator, KSDE

Speakers

Julie Ewing

Assistant Director, Kansas State Department of Education

Wednesday October 23, 2024 10:45am - 12:15pm CDT
Redbud C

Balanced Assessment System

Company Counselors
Audience Administrators
Subject Test Coordinators
Area Teachers Secondary

10:45am CDT

ELL 101 Basics: Building Bridges

Wednesday October 23, 2024 10:45am - 12:15pm CDT

Oak

This presentation targets principals and building leaders who want to learn more about how to support ESOL staff, general education staff, English Language Learners, and their families.

Moderators

Denice Scott

Teacher Leader Consultant, KSDE

I have been in education for the past 25 years. During those years I have spent 12 years in the classroom, 9 years as a building academic coach and ESOL supervising teacher, and 4 years as an ESL academic coach and ESOL District Coordinator.

Lisa Stockton

Building Bridges Optimizing ELL Support Systems in Our Schools for Admin pdf

Building Bridges Handout pdf

Building Bridges Landing Page pdf

Wednesday October 23, 2024 10:45am - 12:15pm CDT
Oak

High Quality Instruction

Company Administrators
Audience Instructional Coaches
Subject Teachers - Elementary
Area Teachers Secondary

10:45am CDT

KSDE Introduces Writing Tenets: What You Need to Know

Wednesday October 23, 2024 10:45am - 12:15pm CDT

Maple

What about writing? While a focus centered on reading has been beneficial for schools, the use of writing to cement and transfer the learning yields a greater positive effect than reading alone. The new KSDE Writing Tenets will assist Kansas teachers in providing quality writing instruction. Moreover, these tenets will support Kansas students in learning to write clearly, express themselves with intentionality, and communicate effectively with their targeted audience.

Moderators

Effie Conway

Speakers

Mary Lonker

Teacher Leader Consultant, KSDE

I am in my 30th year of teaching ELA. For over 20 years, I taught all levels of high school English with 10 years being in an AP Language classroom. I was honored to be the Region One Kansas Teacher of the Year in 2014 and earned my National Board Certification for ELA in both 2006... Read More →

Writing Tenets Quality Instruction pdf

2024 Writing Tenets Appendix B and Bibliography .docx pdf

Wednesday October 23, 2024 10:45am - 12:15pm CDT
Maple

High Quality Instruction

Company Assessment Staff/Coordinators
Audience Instructionsal Coaches
Subject Teachers - Elementary
Area Teachers Secondary

10:45am CDT

Understanding LGBTQIA+ and Race: Best Practices for growth & Awarenes

Wednesday October 23, 2024 10:45am - 12:15pm CDT

Osage

In this session, we peer into the intricate dynamics of gender and race, uncovering their profound significance in shaping individual experiences and societal structures. Through interactive discussions and thought-provoking activities, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the importance of openly discussing gender and race. We will explore the concept of intersectionality, recognizing how gender and race intersect and appreciating the nuances of their differences. Delving deeper, we will examine the pervasive nature of stereotypes and biases, illuminating their real-world impact on individuals and communities.

Speakers

Ralita Cheeks

Wednesday October 23, 2024 10:45am - 12:15pm CDT
Osage

Safe and Supportive Schools

Company Administrators
Audience Counselors/School Psychologist/Social Workers
Subject Teachers - Elementary
Area Teachers Secondary