Teaching and Learning 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 12:30-3:15pm)
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!

Promoting Social and Emotional Competence in School Environments (K-5)
Thomas Stacho, ESC of Central Ohio
12:30 - 1:45 p.m.
This session is designed to help classroom teachers create (or fine tune) a proactive and positive classroom behavior management plan. Using evidenced based strategies, components will include:
- Social emotional development within the context of relationships
- Continuum of behavioral supports and strategies for ALL students
- Responsive routines, environments, and strategies to support social emotional development in students

Rethinking Homework Strategies - Secondary (6-12)
Kathy Vatterott, National Presenter
2:30 - 1:45 p.m.
Kathy Vatterott continues her morning keynote by sharing effective homework practices and homework completion strategies that are effective with secondary students.

Understanding Creativity
Jennifer Allen, ODE
12:30 - 1:45 p.m. (repeated 12:30-3:15pm)
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 (Literacy Coaching K-5 - ESCCO and Groveport-Madison)
Rachel Eader, ESC of Central Ohio
2 - 3:15 p.m.

Promoting Social and Emotional Competence in School Environments (6-12)
Thomas Stacho, ESC of Central Ohio
2 - 3:15 p.m.
This session is designed to help classroom teachers create (or fine tune) a proactive and positive classroom behavior management plan. Using evidenced based strategies, components will include:
- Social emotional development within the context of relationships
- Continuum of behavioral supports and strategies for ALL students
- Responsive routines, environments, and strategies to support social emotional development in students

Rethinking Homework Strategies - Elementary (K-5)
Kathy Vatterott, ASCD National Presenter
2 - 3:15 p.m.
Kathy Vatterott continues her morning keynote by sharing effective homework practices and homework completion strategies that are effective with secondary students.

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