Leadership Sessions
Day 4 - Aug. 5

Connecting Homework to Classwork: Equitable Strategies that Support Student Learning
Kathy Vatterott, ASCD National Presenter
8 - 11:15 a.m.
The journey to equitable homework begins by raising teacher awareness of ineffective homework practices, including the misuse of grades.  School leaders must work with teachers and parents to determine the priorities and parameters for homework reform, as well as guide teachers in the development of effective homework practices. Finally, school leaders must revise organizational structures such as schedules and staffing to implement and maintain homework support programs. Through examples of successful K-12 programs, this session will provide the information and inspiration school leaders need to jumpstart change in homework practices in their buildings or districts.

Understanding Creativity
Jennifer Allen, ODE
8 - 11:15 a.m. (repeated 12:30 - 3:15 p.m.)
Based on book Understanding Creativity (Dr. Jane Piirto) learn skills and processes that real working artists use when they “create”. We’ll discuss and practice ways they can be used in any classroom to enhance teaching and learning, and also to differentiate for all learners. Drums, movement, music and visual art will be utilized as creative energy! Walk out feeling renewed, recharged and ready to inspire creativity with your own students!

Building 21st Century Schools (Data Teams in Action K-5)
Hoffman Trails & Hilliard City Schools
12:30 - 1:45 p.m.
Experience the work of elementary data teams first hand. Observe as Hoffman Trails Elementary School Data Team works through the data team process – charting data, analyzing strengths and obstacles, reviewing goals, selecting instructional strategies for implementation and then determining results indicators.

Courageous Leadership & Leading Change
Bobby Moore, National Consultant Mechanicsburg
12:30 - 1:45 p.m.

Courageous Leadership & Leading Change (repeat)
Bobby Moore, National Consultant Mechanicsburg
2 - 3:15 p.m.

Building 21st Century Schools (Data Teams in Action (6-12) - Darby HS, Hilliard City Schools)
Darby High School, Hilliard City Schools
2 - 3:15 p.m.
Experience the work of elementary data teams first hand. Observe as Hoffman Trails Elementary School Data Team works through the data team process – charting data, analyzing strengths and obstacles, reviewing goals, selecting instructional strategies for implementation and then determining results indicators.

Instructional Coaching and Educator Quality
Greg Paulmann & William Kirby, ESC of Central Ohio
2 - 3:15 p.m.
Join ESCCO school improvement staff to learn about coaching options designed to meet staff members’ identified instructional needs.  Participants will learn about tools available for collecting classroom data, assessing teacher strengths and areas of need, and planning opportunities for teacher growth.Conferencing protocols will be shared that increase opportunity for transformed teacher practices.

Conference Reflections
Required for Ashland Credit Option
3:15 - 4 p.m.