2015 Closing the Gap Program - Continuing Education and

Friday, March 20, 2015
Presented by:
The Southern Illinois P-20 Education Alliance
Including these sponsors and supporters:
Area Regional Offices of Education
Carbondale Community High School District #165
Carbondale Elementary District #95
Consortium for Educational Change
Illinois Education Association/National Education Association (IEA/NEA)
John A. Logan College
John A. Logan Faculty Association
Murphysboro School District #186
Shawnee Community College
SIUC Faculty Association
Southern Illinois Healthcare
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Unity Point School District #140
WSIU Public Broadcasting
Initially funded by NEA
John A. Logan College
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OPENING SESSION
(8:30 AM – 10:00 AM)
O’Neil Auditorium
WELCOME AND INTRODUCTIONS
Welcome:
Dr. Michael Dreith, President, John A. Logan College
Introductions:
Valerie Barko, Dean for Academic Affairs, John A. Logan College
Mary Jane Morris, Illinois Education Association, SI Alliance Chairperson
Keynote Speaker:
Shelley Taylor, Director of Teacher Effectiveness, Consortium for Educational Change,
Empowering Educators for Student Success
Full PERA implementation is upon us! Have you made the connection between teacher practice and student growth?
Shelley Taylor, Director of Teacher Effectiveness, at the Consortium for Educational Change, will share her
expertise as we look at improving teaching and student learning in the context of collaborative structures. Teacher
evaluation systems need to move from being highly compliant to those supported by communities of practice as a
process for social learning. The key shift will be moving to practices and procedures where “teachers do with each
other as a community of learners.” Shelley will focus on different types of assessments that empower educators, the
art of reflective practice, and critical factors in the stages of change and how those should be considered when
establishing policy for teacher evaluation.
Establishing a Culture for Learning “Framework for Teaching Domain 2:
Classroom Environment”
(10:10 AM – 2:40 PM)
Lori James-Gross and Amanda Hilt, Unity Point School
F119
This full day session is specifically designed for early career teachers and pre-service teachers entering the teaching
profession. It is aligned to the Danielson Framework and will focus on classroom management skills, induction and
mentoring, and teacher evaluation for new teachers.
Must be pre-registered.
LUNCHEON
Network Opportunities
(12:20 PM – 1:30 PM)
Network with other teachers
Batteau/Ivey/Tarvin/Crisp
Door prizes will be given away and you must be present to win!
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BREAKOUT SESSION I
(10:10 AM – 11:10 AM)
The Interdependence of the Key Decisions of a PERA Joint Committee ............... O’Neil Auditorium
and Their Impact on a Teacher Evaluation System
All Levels
**Double Session (10:10-12:20)**
Shelley Taylor, Consortium for Educational Change
This session will continue the learning from the morning keynote by diving deeply into the three key
decision points a PERA Joint Committee must consider: Assessment Criteria, Uniform Processes / Cycles
and Ratings. A broad overview of these decisions will provide participants an opportunity to discuss the
culture and vision any policy sets for teacher evaluation in their district. Participants should have a strong
working knowledge of Administrative Rules Part 50 to benefit from this session.
Legal Issues for Educators ....................................................................................................... B60
All Levels
Discussion of important laws that affect students, teachers and principals.
John Huffman, Gilbert, Huffman, Prosser, Hewson and Barke LTD
Effective Feedback ..................................................................................................................................B62
PreK-8
Pam Walden, ROE 30
Not all feedback to students is equal. Presentation will look at high impact feedback strategies for
classroom instruction.
Young Adult Literature in Everyone’s Classroom ..............................................................................B64
6 - 12
Kaci Clark, Lindsey Applebee and Leslie Dawson, Carterville High School
Includes book talks, summer reading, ideas for motivating students using high-interest books, and pairing
young adult literature with classic novels—all while meeting Common Core State Standards. Bring your
favorite title!
Experimenting with Danielson Framework and Science ....................................................................B65
7-12, College and University Faculty
Melanie Brink and Suzanne Asaturian, Carbondale Community High School #165
Discover how to create a coherent science program through the integration of effective pedagogical
approaches using the Danielson Framework. Strengthen your practice capitalizing on student assumption
of responsibility.
Using Instructional Practice Guides to Make the Common Core Shifts ...........................................B67
in Classroom Practice
K-12
Annice M. Brave, Illinois Education Association/Alton High School
This session shows participants how to use Instructional Practice Guides (IPG) during peer observations
to improve classroom practice. Teachers often ask, “What does the Common Core look like in the
classroom?” IPGs are useful tools to help teachers visualize the instructional shifts teachers must make to
implement the Common Core.
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BREAKOUT
SESSION
I continued
BREAKOUT
SESSION
II
(10:10
– 11:10
AM)
(11:10
AM
– 12:00
PM)
Effects of Homelessness on Our Youngest Learners ..................................................................... C113A
PreK-3, Administration, Special Education
Vicki Hodges, Illinois State Board of Education
Mickey Sullivan, Franklin/Williamson ROE 21
Children experiencing homelessness lack many of the skills that are important for them to become lifelong learners. This session will focus on meeting those needs.
State Performance Evaluation Plan .................................................................................................... F109
K-12
Larry Frank, Illinois Education Association
This session will provide information regarding the specifics of the State Performance Evaluation Plan
based on the changes to the Illinois State Board of Education Administrative Rules Part 50. The session
will focus on the state model plan as a process leading to a district produced product. The required
elements of the state model plan will be outlined and the work of the Joint Committee for those elements
of a performance evaluation plan on which the Joint Committee failed to reach agreement will be
reviewed.
Reconciliation through Truth-Telling ................................................................................................. F110
All Levels
Rev. Didace Kamana, Catholic Theological Union, Chicago
The groundwork for reconciliation is truth-telling. Whose story gets told? Whose is left out? These
questions shape a community’s narrative. Whether in post genocide Rwanda, in Ferguson, MO, in
southern Illinois or in our classrooms, acknowledging the truth of multiple perspectives is essential. Join
us as Rev. Kamana, a Rwandan, shares his story and invites participants into dialogue.
A Teacher’s Tour of PBS KIDS Lab ................................................................................................... F111
PreK - 3, Special Education
Beth Spezia, WSIU Public Broadcasting, SIU Carbondale
New technology creates interesting opportunities for teaching and learning. You will gain insight,
inspiration, and free game apps in this fun, interactive session. Bring your own devices!
Web Apps for Education ...................................................................................................................... F112
K-12, College and University Faculty
James Wells, Murphysboro Middle School
Educators will be provided with an overview of different web-based applications, most free, and how they
can be integrated into different aspects of education. Examples of lessons and projects from actual
classroom experience will be provided. Topics being discussed will include Google Classroom, Google
Apps for Education (including Docs, Sheets, slides, forms) YouTube, Planbook, Twitter, Blogger, and
several others.
Current Trends in Drug Use ................................................................................................................ F118
All Levels
Thomas McNamara, Retired Illinois State Police
Tom will present the latest information on abuse trends including pharmaceuticals, illegal substances and
“fringe” products including Ivory Wave, Nutmeg and K4.
John A. Logan College
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BREAKOUT SESSION II
(11:20 AM – 12:20 PM)
Legal Issues for Educators .................................................................................................................... B60
All Levels
John Huffman, Gilbert, Huffman, Prosser, Hewson and Barke LTD
Discussion of important laws that affect students, teachers and principals.
Evidence Collection for Teacher Evaluations ..................................................................................... B62
All Levels
Janet Tate, Illinois Education Association
This session will introduce the use of evidence in evaluation. We will review types of evidence. We will
also discuss gathering evidence and artifacts for Charlotte Danielson’s 4 Domains.
Overview of the Student Learning Objective Process in Illinois ........................................................B64
All Levels
Diana Zaleski, Illinois State Board of Education
This session will explore the use of the student learning objective process for measuring student growth
and improving instructional outcomes. A brief overview of the PERA requirements for student growth
will also be presented.
Your Teaching Presence: Building Connection Through Personally & Culturally ........................ B65
Responsive Teaching
K-12, All Levels
Melinda L. Yeomans, Ph.D., SIU Carbondale
This workshop helps K-12 teachers develop their effectiveness through presence and responsiveness.
When students report that a teacher “cares,” what they are seeing and responding to are cues that we can
learn. This workshop is especially effective for Language Arts educators, but applies powerfully to all.
Differentiated Instruction in a Language Arts Program.................................................................... B67
7-12
Lindsay Fark, Carlyle Community Unit School District #1; and Melanie Brink, Carbondale Community
High School #165
Come learn effective strategies for planning for differentiated instruction using formative approaches and
individual learning styles. Targeting student strengths and weaknesses when planning for instruction will
increase achievement and confidence.
What’s New in Young Adult Literature? ....................................................................................... C113A
5-12
Stephanie Parton, Carbondale Community High School; and Alisa Simpson, Unity Point School
District #140
Presenters will discuss a rationale for the importance of utilizing young adult literature in middle and high
school reading programs. They will share current reading lists, highlighting trending titles. Presenters
will provide a list of collection development resources and funding ideas.
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BREAKOUT SESSION II continued
(11:20 AM – 12:20 PM)
Kindergarten Individual Development Survey (KIDS) ..................................................................... F109
PreK-3, Administration, Special Education
Phyllis Bliven and Lynn Burgett, Illinois State Board of Education; and Mary Ellen Wodzisz, WestEd
KIDS is a formative, observational assessment that looks at the whole child. It covers II Domains. It is
mandated to be used in all kindergarten classrooms in Illinois. This session will provide tips and support
for the implementation of KIDS in years two and three.
Reconciliation through Truth-Telling ................................................................................................. F110
All Levels
Rev. Didace Kamana, Catholic Theological Union, Chicago
The groundwork for reconciliation is truth-telling. Whose story gets told? Whose is left out? These
questions shape a community’s narrative. Whether in post genocide Rwanda, in Ferguson, MO, in
southern Illinois or in our classrooms, acknowledging the truth of multiple perspectives is essential. Join
us as Rev. Kamana, a Rwandan, shares his story and invites participants into dialogue.
Digital Resources for Civics: The Paul Simon Collection of PBS Learning Media ....................... F111
7-12
Beth Spezia, WSIU Public Broadcasting, SIU Carbondale
WSIU honors the life of Paul Simon with free interactive digital resources for middle and high school
classrooms. Strengthen student engagement with civics topics such as social justice, human rights,
education and legislation.
Web Apps for Education ...................................................................................................................... F112
K-12, College and University Faculty
James Wells, Murphysboro Middle School
Educators will be provided with an overview of different web-based applications, most free, and how they
can be integrated into different aspects of education. Examples of lessons and projects from actual
classroom experience will be provided. Topics being discussed will include Google Classroom, Google
Apps for Education (including Docs, Sheets, slides, forms) YouTube, Planbook, Twitter, Blogger, and
several others.
Current Trends in Drug Use ................................................................................................................ F118
All Levels
Thomas McNamara, Retired Illinois State Police
Tom will present the latest information on abuse trends including pharmaceuticals, illegal substances and
“fringe” products including Ivory Wave, Nutmeg and K4.
John A. Logan College
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LUNCHEON
(12:20 PM – 1:30 PM)
Batteau/Ivey/Tarvin/Crisp
BUFFET
South of the Border Taco Bar
Seasoned Ground Beef
Black Beans and Corn
Sour Cream, Cheese, Lettuce
Tomato, Black Olives, Jalapenos, Salsa
Dessert
Brownies
Beverages
Iced Tea, Coffee and Water
Network opportunity with other teachers!!
Door Prizes (must be present to win)
Please visit the vendor tables!
Air Evac Lifeteam
California Casuality
Consortium for Educational Change
Friends of the Cache River Watershed
Illinois Ag in the Classroom
Illinois Education Association Connect
Illinois School for the Deaf Outreach
The Learning Zone
McKendree College
NEA Member Benefits
Pieces of Learning
Silpada Designs
SIU Carbondale, College of Education and Human Services
Usborne Books and More
USDA Forest Service
Williamson County Emergency Management Agency
John A. Logan College
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BREAKOUT SESSION III
(1:40 PM – 2:40 PM)
Illinois Educational Policy Efforts – What Are the Impacts? .............................................................B60
All Levels
Andrea Brown, ISBE Board Member
Mary Jane Morris, Consortium for Educational Change
Join us for an update, overview and discussion on Illinois Education Policy Efforts. What does the future
hold for Illinois educators?
Danielson 101.......................................................................................................................................... B62
All Levels
Janet Tate, Illinois Education Association
The Performance Evaluation Reform Act includes components of Teacher Practice and Student Growth.
The Danielson Framework for Teaching is a researched based framework to measure teacher practice.
This session will cover a basic overview of the Danielson Framework for Teaching. If you are unfamiliar
with Danielson’s work or need a refresher before PERA implementation, this sessions is for you.
Overview of the Student Learning Objective Process in Illinois ........................................................B64
All Levels
Diana Zaleski, Illinois State Board of Education
This session will explore the use of the student learning objective process for measuring student growth
and improving instructional outcomes. A brief overview of the PERA requirements for student growth
will also be presented.
Your Teaching Presence: Building Connection Through Personally & Culturally ........................ B65
Responsive Teaching
K-12, All Levels
Melinda L. Yeomans, Ph.D., SIU Carbondale
This workshop helps K-12 teachers develop their effectiveness through presence and responsiveness.
When students report that a teacher “cares,” what they are seeing and responding to are cues that we can
learn. This workshop is especially effective for Language Arts educators, but applies powerfully to all.
PARCC – A Practical Guide to Getting Ready for Our New State Tests ..........................................B67
K-12
Annice M. Brave, Illinois Education Association/Alton High School
Participants will receive an update on PARCC, review quality resources on PARCC, and look at
resources to inform colleagues and parents about the upcoming tests.
Breakfast, Getting to the Core! ....................................................................................................... C113A
All Levels
Annamaria Farris, Melissa Lamczyk, Maridy Tso, and Mary Fischer, Ag in the Classroom
Hands on activities and curriculum that use breakfast items to teach students. Lessons that you can easily
take to your class and start teaching with little to no cost. Fun experiments that will WOW your students
and create a memory that stays with them as they learn. Door prize to help you in your classrooms!
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BREAKOUT SESSION III continued
(1:40 PM – 2:40 PM)
State Performance Evaluation Plan .................................................................................................... F109
K-12
Larry Frank, Illinois Education Association
This session will provide information regarding the specifics of the State Performance Evaluation Plan
based on the changes to the Illinois State Board of Education Administrative Rules Part 50. The session
will focus on the state model plan as a process leading to a district produced product. The required
elements of the state model plan will be outlined and the work of the Joint Committee for those elements
of a performance evaluation plan on which the Joint Committee failed to reach agreement will be
reviewed.
Web Apps for Education ...................................................................................................................... F112
K-12, College and University Faculty
James Wells, Murphysboro Middle School
Educators will be provided with an overview of different web-based applications, most free, and how they
can be integrated into different aspects of education. Examples of lessons and projects from actual
classroom experience will be provided. Topics being discussed will include Google Classroom, Google
Apps for Education (including Docs, Sheets, slides, forms) YouTube, Planbook, Twitter, Blogger, and
several others.
Current Trends in Drug Use ................................................................................................................ F118
All Levels
Thomas McNamara, Retired Illinois State Police
Tom will present the latest information on abuse trends including pharmaceuticals, illegal substances and
“fringe” products including Ivory Wave, Nutmeg and K4.
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2016 Closing the Gap Conference
John A. Logan College, Carterville, IL
March 18, 2016
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