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Wednesday, July 9
 

10:05am CDT

Chants and Cheers: An Approach to Classroom Management, Student Engagement, and Learning Accountability
Wednesday July 9, 2025 10:05am - 10:55am CDT
Conway High School 2300 Prince St. Conway, AR. 72034
Chants and Cheers: An Approach to Classroom Management, Student Engagement, and Learning Accountability is a dynamic professional development session designed for educators seeking innovative strategies to foster a positive classroom environment. Participants will explore the power of rhythmic chants and enthusiastic cheers to enhance student motivation, participation, and accountability. Through hands-on activities, collaborative discussions, and practical applications, teachers will learn to create and implement engaging chants that align with curriculum goals, promote positive behaviors, and support diverse learners. By the end of the course, educators will be equipped with tools to transform their classrooms into lively, interactive spaces that encourage a sense of community and shared responsibility for learning.
Speakers
AR
Wednesday July 9, 2025 10:05am - 10:55am CDT
CHS Room 153
  In District

10:05am CDT

Classroom Management: Only You Can Prevent Dumpster Fires
Wednesday July 9, 2025 10:05am - 10:55am CDT
Conway High School 2300 Prince St. Conway, AR. 72034
Reminders (and some new things) to help teachers to stock their management toolbelts. Our wording, facial expressions, and personal affect are as important as environment, procedures, and behavioral practices for creating a space to connect with kids and maximize instruction. We will mesh these together with humor and practical examples that can be used immediately in August.
Speakers
BE
Wednesday July 9, 2025 10:05am - 10:55am CDT
CHS Room 115
  In District

10:05am CDT

Creating a Risk-Free Math Environment in Elementary
Wednesday July 9, 2025 10:05am - 10:55am CDT
Conway High School 2300 Prince St. Conway, AR. 72034
This 50-minute session equips teachers with practical tips and tricks to create a classroom that embraces risk-taking in math. Teachers will be able to apply new classroom strategies that promote risk-taking and lower student anxiety when it comes to math. Such strategies include mindful positive math instruction, encouraging mistakes, setting routines, and effective group work.
Speakers
EK
Wednesday July 9, 2025 10:05am - 10:55am CDT
CHS Room 106
  In District

10:05am CDT

Introduction to the Arkansas Elementary Science Standards: Understanding DCI, SEP, and CCC
Wednesday July 9, 2025 10:05am - 10:55am CDT
Conway High School 2300 Prince St. Conway, AR. 72034
This professional development session introduces educators to the Arkansas Elementary Science Standards by providing a foundational understanding of the key components: Disciplinary Core Ideas (DCI), Science and Engineering Practices (SEP), and Crosscutting Concepts (CCC). Participants will gain insight into what each of these components represents and how they work together to create a cohesive science curriculum. Emphasis will be placed on helping educators recognize the distinctions between these elements and how they collectively support student learning in science. Educators will also explore resources that can help them implement the standards in their classrooms and get an overview of how these standards translate into practice on the state assessment (ATLAS).
Speakers
TF
JS
ZJ
Wednesday July 9, 2025 10:05am - 10:55am CDT
CHS Room 109
  In District

10:05am CDT

Leading Leaders/ Parenting in today’s world. “There’s no playbook for this”
Wednesday July 9, 2025 10:05am - 10:55am CDT
Conway High School 2300 Prince St. Conway, AR. 72034
The session will equip and empower both current leaders and aspiring leaders with practical lessons, tools, strategies, and stories about how to lead a team of leaders./ This session will also help attendees experience life lessons in raising three boys will sharing successes and challenges as a parent in todays world.
Speakers
DJ
Wednesday July 9, 2025 10:05am - 10:55am CDT
CHS Room 158
  In District

10:05am CDT

Yardsticks: Developmentally Appropriate Behavior
Wednesday July 9, 2025 10:05am - 10:55am CDT
Conway High School 2300 Prince St. Conway, AR. 72034
This presentation explores child development through the lens of Yardsticks, providing insights into age-appropriate behavior, learning patterns, and social-emotional growth. Educators will gain practical strategies for supporting students based on their developmental stages, fostering a classroom environment that meets their academic and behavioral needs. By understanding typical milestones, teachers can better differentiate instruction, set realistic expectations, and create supportive learning experiences.
Speakers
SS
Wednesday July 9, 2025 10:05am - 10:55am CDT
CHS Room 117
  In District

10:05am CDT

D3 Mentorship for Boys/G3 Mentorship for Girls
Wednesday July 9, 2025 10:05am - 11:55am CDT
Conway High School 2300 Prince St. Conway, AR. 72034
This session aims to generate awareness and interest for a student mentorship group we started called D3 (Discipline, Determination, Dreams). The group is designed to help middle school students develop a sense of community and belonging while being challenged in their integrity, accountability, respect, leadership, and service to better and improve not only their school but their community. Through our program, we have dramatically increased student GPA and greatly decreased the number of office referrals and discipline (ISS/OSS) received by students. We are in our fifth year. We started with 15 students and have grown to over 200 students. We want to bring awareness and generate interest in our group and give participants a blueprint on how to start and run their own mentorship program on their campuses. NEW FOR 2025 Previously, we had only a boy's group. In this school year, we added a girls group, G3. Our session will focus on informing others of the systems and goals we have established through sharing our learning process of improvements made over the five years.
Speakers
CG
Wednesday July 9, 2025 10:05am - 11:55am CDT
CHS Room 156
  In District

10:05am CDT

Learning Ladder Express: How to Plan Effectively
Wednesday July 9, 2025 10:05am - 11:55am CDT
Conway High School 2300 Prince St. Conway, AR. 72034
Please bring a book or required curriculum, essential standard and learning ladder associated with that standard. We will start by comparing the Standard and Ladder then move to tying the book or curriculum to the learning ladder. Finally we will discuss how to analyze assessments using the learning ladders. Samples of each will be provided if you are unable to access these materials.
Speakers
LW
CW
Wednesday July 9, 2025 10:05am - 11:55am CDT
CHS Room 114
  In District

11:05am CDT

Enhancing Teaching with ChatGPT
Wednesday July 9, 2025 11:05am - 11:55am CDT
Conway High School 2300 Prince St. Conway, AR. 72034
Participants will learn how to effectively use ChatGPT to support key areas of teaching, including lesson planning, assessment creation, and communication. By the end of the session, they will be equipped to streamline lesson and resource development, create customized assessments, enhance communication with parents and students, and improve classroom management strategies. Teachers will also discover time-saving techniques for handling routine administrative tasks, empowering them to focus more on student engagement and individualized learning.
Speakers
KD
Wednesday July 9, 2025 11:05am - 11:55am CDT
CHS Room 106
  In District

11:05am CDT

Ethical Insights for Educators
Wednesday July 9, 2025 11:05am - 11:55am CDT
Conway High School 2300 Prince St. Conway, AR. 72034
Using real case studies and hearings before the Arkansas State Board of Education come learn how to avoid ethical pitfalls in the ever evolving world of education.
Speakers
SW
Wednesday July 9, 2025 11:05am - 11:55am CDT
CHS Room 116
  In District

11:05am CDT

Mighty Stallions and D3
Wednesday July 9, 2025 11:05am - 11:55am CDT
Conway High School 2300 Prince St. Conway, AR. 72034
At Jim Stone Elementary, we are committed to fostering not only academic success but also the social-emotional well-being of our students. Our school-wide initiative, the Mighty Stallions, combined with the D3 (Discipline, Determination and Dreams) Program, empowers students with essential life skills, emotional resilience, and strong character development. This session will provide an in-depth look at how these programs work together to create a positive school culture, improve student behavior, and enhance emotional intelligence.
Speakers
ML
CP
JS
CS
Wednesday July 9, 2025 11:05am - 11:55am CDT
CHS Room 158
  In District

11:05am CDT

Stronger Together: Building a Culture of Collective Efficacy
Wednesday July 9, 2025 11:05am - 11:55am CDT
Conway High School 2300 Prince St. Conway, AR. 72034
Have you ever been a part of conversations that ended with “my kids will never be able to do that” or “there’s nothing we can do to help them,” and wondered “does it have to be this way?” Join us for a conversation about collective efficacy: the common belief that all students can learn, grow, and achieve. This growth mindset can be used to positively impact school culture and ensure that all students are able to reach their full potential despite barriers. After attending our session, participants will be able to positively impact student achievement by fostering a school culture of collaboration and belief in the collective capability of all staff to improve student outcomes academically, socially, and emotionally. Participants will leave the session with practical tools to apply in professional conversations, data-driven instructional planning, PLCs, and leadership meetings.
Speakers
SE
AS
Wednesday July 9, 2025 11:05am - 11:55am CDT
CHS Room 153
  In District

11:05am CDT

Utilizing Music and Technology for Student Engagement
Wednesday July 9, 2025 11:05am - 11:55am CDT
Conway High School 2300 Prince St. Conway, AR. 72034
In this interactive session, educators will explore how to integrate music and technology to enhance student engagement and learning. Participants will discover creative ways to incorporate music into lessons to capture students’ attention, reinforce key concepts, and promote a positive classroom atmosphere. Through hands-on activities and discussions, teachers will also learn how to leverage technology tools and apps to create multimedia-rich experiences. By the end of the session, educators will leave with practical strategies and resources to energize their teaching, foster student participation, and create a more interactive and inclusive learning environment. This professional development course is designed for elementary and middle school teachers, including those specializing in music, art, library, GT, and PE.
Speakers
SR
JS
KP
Wednesday July 9, 2025 11:05am - 11:55am CDT
CHS Room 109
  In District

11:05am CDT

Yardsticks: Developmentally Appropriate Behavior
Wednesday July 9, 2025 11:05am - 11:55am CDT
Conway High School 2300 Prince St. Conway, AR. 72034
This presentation explores child development through the lens of Yardsticks, providing insights into age-appropriate behavior, learning patterns, and social-emotional growth. Educators will gain practical strategies for supporting students based on their developmental stages, fostering a classroom environment that meets their academic and behavioral needs. By understanding typical milestones, teachers can better differentiate instruction, set realistic expectations, and create supportive learning experiences.
Speakers
SS
Wednesday July 9, 2025 11:05am - 11:55am CDT
CHS Room 117
  In District

1:10pm CDT

Exploring 3D Learning in Science: Integrating phenomenon-based teaching in action
Wednesday July 9, 2025 1:10pm - 1:25pm CDT
Conway High School 2300 Prince St. Conway, AR. 72034
Dive into the heart of 3D learning with this professional development session designed to model an elementary science lesson using phenomenon-based teaching. Participants will experience how anchoring instruction in real-world phenomena fosters student curiosity, engages critical thinking, and supports the integration of the three dimensions of science learning: disciplinary core ideas (DCIs), science and engineering practices (SEPs), and crosscutting concepts (CCCs). This session will also explore practical strategies to utilize and supplement your current curriculum ("science weekly") to deepen science understanding while integrating phenomenon based teaching and incorporating literacy practices.
Speakers
TF
JS
Wednesday July 9, 2025 1:10pm - 1:25pm CDT
CHS Room 109
  In District

1:10pm CDT

AI for Educators: Practical Tools for Every Grade Level
Wednesday July 9, 2025 1:10pm - 2:00pm CDT
Conway High School 2300 Prince St. Conway, AR. 72034
Discover how AI tools can streamline teaching and elevate classroom experiences! This session focuses on practical, grade-specific examples of how AI can simplify lesson planning, grading, and personalized learning. Participants will leave equipped with ready-to-use resources tailored to their teaching levels.
Speakers
CW
NS
Wednesday July 9, 2025 1:10pm - 2:00pm CDT
CHS Room 153
  In District

1:10pm CDT

Canva Creations
Wednesday July 9, 2025 1:10pm - 2:00pm CDT
Conway High School 2300 Prince St. Conway, AR. 72034
Canva Creations will allow participants to understand the ease of creating using the Canva platform. Explaining, demonstrating, and using individual practice on the Canva tools, how to find ready to go resources, and creating products from scratch! Participants will get fresh ideas on materials any staff member could make to fit their grade level and subject area needs! All participants should bring a computer to get to practice on their own.
Speakers
CO
EM
Wednesday July 9, 2025 1:10pm - 2:00pm CDT
CHS Room 106
  In District

1:10pm CDT

Court Documents: How to Find Them, How to Read Them, and Who to Notify
Wednesday July 9, 2025 1:10pm - 2:00pm CDT
Conway High School 2300 Prince St. Conway, AR. 72034
Join the General Counsel for a course on how to navigate court connect, how to find court records, how to determine which records are important, and when to seek clarification.
Speakers
SW
Wednesday July 9, 2025 1:10pm - 2:00pm CDT
CHS Room 116
  In District

1:10pm CDT

The Good Ol' Days: Strategies for Classroom Management and Student Behavior
Wednesday July 9, 2025 1:10pm - 2:00pm CDT
Conway High School 2300 Prince St. Conway, AR. 72034
Teachers will take a trip back in time and reflect on the classrooms of yesteryear. We will quickly move forward in time with a pragmatic approach to classroom management, empowering teachers with effective strategies for navigating today's classroom. The session facilitators will draw inspiration from several sources and model a close read with a fun processing activity. Teachers of all levels will walk away with five practical steps to help curb classroom behavior issues and invoke a positive classroom culture. The session facilitators will model several strategies that can be adapted for use in any setting.
Speakers
RD
JS
Wednesday July 9, 2025 1:10pm - 2:00pm CDT
CHS Room 114
  In District

1:10pm CDT

Tormented: A Teacher's Story of Overcoming Bullying
Wednesday July 9, 2025 1:10pm - 2:00pm CDT
Conway High School 2300 Prince St. Conway, AR. 72034
Our students go through so much in the 21st century, and reflecting on their experiences provides much insight into how we can support them. In this session, Mr. Brick Cullum (AR History Teacher of the Year 2022) recalls his experiences being bullied in middle school, junior high, and high school to provide participants with an opportunity for introspection. This story of overcoming obstacles and embracing possibilities showcases a clear message of uplift. Deep, meaningful strategies for supporting students are highlighted, as well as clear connections to learning.
Speakers
BC
Wednesday July 9, 2025 1:10pm - 2:00pm CDT
CHS Room 158
  In District

1:10pm CDT

Classroom Management- Handling Business
Wednesday July 9, 2025 1:10pm - 3:00pm CDT
Conway High School 2300 Prince St. Conway, AR. 72034
Objectives: Product- I can define my product (student outcome for the year and expectations throughout the year). SEL and ACADEMIC Systems- I can plan and implement my personal and student led systems that control my classroom. Management- I can describe and consistently implement my management systems. HR- I can state and adhere to my mission statement to staff, students, and parents. Productivity- I can outline my weekly plan to ensure student and personal productivity is maintained. Data Analysis- I can create a data collecting system that allows me to analyze my personal and student information to adjust my systems. Product Assessments- I can describe how I am going to effectively assess my students while following HQIM.
Speakers
ZH
Wednesday July 9, 2025 1:10pm - 3:00pm CDT
CHS Room 156
  In District

1:10pm CDT

Schoology Overview
Wednesday July 9, 2025 1:10pm - 3:00pm CDT
Conway High School 2300 Prince St. Conway, AR. 72034
Teachers will learn the following components of Schoology: change basic settings (course image, teacher profile options, etc.), set up and sync a grade book, create different types of assignments, assessments, discussion posts, links, etc., effectively organize folders within Schoology, create agendas that can be accessed by students and parents, send announcements and messages within the platform, mark assignments as late, missing, exempt, etc., and review assignment/assessment data.
Speakers
SL
Wednesday July 9, 2025 1:10pm - 3:00pm CDT
CHS Room 104
  In District

2:10pm CDT

Adaptive Questioning for Comprehensive Discussion in the Social Studies Classroom
Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:10pm - 3:00pm CDT
Conway High School 2300 Prince St. Conway, AR. 72034
Join me for a professional development session designed to engage participants in the art of questioning as a means to drive student engagement, dive into deeper depths of knowledge, and enhance discussion in the social studies classroom. This session will provide practical strategies, creative ideas, and tips to drive classroom questioning, discussion, and improve academic outcomes for students.
Speakers
CJ
SE
Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:10pm - 3:00pm CDT
CHS Room 153
  In District

2:10pm CDT

But Did You Document It?
Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:10pm - 3:00pm CDT
Conway High School 2300 Prince St. Conway, AR. 72034
Deep dive into the importance of documentation for compliance in education while learning some tips and tricks to strengthen your processes. 
Speakers
SW
Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:10pm - 3:00pm CDT
CHS Room 116
  In District

2:10pm CDT

Canva Creations
Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:10pm - 3:00pm CDT
Conway High School 2300 Prince St. Conway, AR. 72034
Canva Creations will allow participants to understand the ease of creating using the Canva platform. Explaining, demonstrating, and using individual practice on the Canva tools, how to find ready to go resources, and creating products from scratch! Participants will get fresh ideas on materials any staff member could make to fit their grade level and subject area needs! All participants should bring a computer to get to practice on their own.
Speakers
CO
EM
Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:10pm - 3:00pm CDT
CHS Room 106
  In District

2:10pm CDT

Math is Fun!
Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:10pm - 3:00pm CDT
Conway High School 2300 Prince St. Conway, AR. 72034
This professional development experience is designed to empower math educators with strategies that increase student engagement, deepen conceptual understanding, and support differentiation through data-driven instruction. The session blends best practices in math pedagogy with collaborative planning and technology integration to enhance instructional delivery. We will explore various main concepts with open discussion on the vertical understanding of curriculum implementation.  
Speakers
RD
LG
Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:10pm - 3:00pm CDT
CHS Room 114
  In District

2:10pm CDT

PD with Stipends -Across US and beyond
Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:10pm - 3:00pm CDT
Conway High School 2300 Prince St. Conway, AR. 72034
This session will inform the faculty of the special opportunities of PD across the US that are available to teachers. These special institutes and workshops are presented by scholars and professors of their given expertise. Stipends are available to attend once you get accepted. These classes sometimes offer 3 hours of college grad hours at a reduced cost.
Speakers
JA
Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:10pm - 3:00pm CDT
CHS Room 158
  In District

2:10pm CDT

Tech Enhanced Teaching: Unlocking the Potential of Promethean Boards
Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:10pm - 3:00pm CDT
Conway High School 2300 Prince St. Conway, AR. 72034
The objective of this training session is to both equip teachers with the knowledge and skills necessary to integrate and use Promethean Boards in their classrooms as well as to inform administrators or facilitators interested in adding them to their building about the practical aspects like purchasing, installing, and understanding the connectivity capabilities. Participants will hear from a district technician to get an overview of the cost of the boards, installation options, and the connectivity capabilities to help them plan out the logistics of getting Promethean Boards in their building. After that, participants will get to see a teacher that has used a Promethean Board in the classroom for the last year demonstrate how they can be incorporated into our curriculum and learning. They will be given demonstrations on how to use the board to create interactive lessons that encourage student participation as well as how to enhance curriculum using the tools on the board.
Speakers
AD
DD
Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:10pm - 3:00pm CDT
CHS Room 105
  In District
 
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