Presented by Laurie Nixon, Experienced Science Educator, Carolina® Science
student achievement
Designing Assessment Systems for Student Success
Here’s the truth about assessment: There is no holy grail, no tool that does it all. What exists are trade-offs; every tool has an advantage and a disadvantage.
Instructional Strategies for K-5: Building Academic Vocabulary
Presented by Melissa Cust, Experienced Educator, Program Supervisor, Learn It Academic Services; and Marybeth Jones, Experienced Educator, Vice President of Academic Services, Learn It Academic Services
Moderated by Nicole Magliaro, Education Manager, Learn It Academic Services
Building a Comprehensive Assessment System: Overcoming Key Challenges
Presented by Dr. Gene Kerns, Former Educator, Current Chief Academic Officer, Renaissance; and Dr. Julie Vogel, Former Superintendent, Current National Education Officer, Renaissance
The Comprehension Connection: Braiding Foundational Skills for Reading Success
Presented by Danielle Gaither, Former Educator, Current Sales Representative – Western North Carolina, Great Minds; Jeniqua Moran, Former Educator, Current Success Lead – New England, Great Minds; and Mandy Polen, Former Educator, Current Success Lead – New York City, Great Minds
Maximizing Impact Before State Testing: What Leaders Can Do
January is an important—and often overlooked—moment in the school year. With state testing just months away, many leaders double down on interventions, tutoring, and Tier 2 supports.
How Instructional Rigor and Consistency Transformed Two School Districts
Imagine these year-end scenarios for your school or district: State testing up 22% across ELA and math. 37% reduction of schools labelled a D or F, with a move up to B or C. Moving from one of the lowest-rated schools in the county to the top 10. A first-time graduation rate of over 90%.
How Every Brain Learns Math: A Visual Pathway for All Learners
Presented by Nigel Nisbet, Former Educator, Current Vice President of Content Creation, MIND Education; and Teri Malpass, Principal, Red Hill Elementary (CA)
Moderated by Jennifer Anderson, Senior Manager, Content Marketing, MIND Education
How Leaders Can Maximize Impact Before State Testing
Presented by Lauren LaMont, Educational Consultant, Heart & Hustle Consulting; Leslie Johnson, Instructional Coach, New York City Public Schools (NY); and Keri Hubbard, Chief of Program, National Summer School Institute (NSSI)
Outcomes-Based Contracts: Centering Learning on Continuous Student Growth
Educational programs built on research-based strategies are expected in today’s schools. School leaders need to know that they are spending precious budget dollars on materials with proven results. However, it’s still challenging to know if the materials will help their specific students, and providers typically aren’t beholden to anything.