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left0GETTING TO THE HEART OF THE MATTER:00GETTING TO THE HEART OF THE MATTER:Educating the Middle Gradesleft33832800042nd Annual ConferenceMarch 1-3, 2019Myrtle Beach, South CarolinaSC – AMLE PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE02540Dear Members and Conference Attendees,We have all, at one time or another, experienced that moment in the checkout line when someone gives you their pity or condolences for serving as a middle school teacher. They sometimes follow their comments with, "I don't know how you can teach those children" or "I couldn't do your job." They may be right that they couldn't do our job with the same finesse, pageantry, or commitment with which we work our daily craft, and there's someone else who knows it too - our students.My goal for your conference experience this year in Myrtle Beach is multi-faceted. The theme, "Getting to the Heart of the Matter: Educating the Middle Grades" pushes you toward a deeper awareness of the importance of educating the whole child. The incorporation of social emotional learning is the key to scholastic sustenance for our children. We know that we must be thoughtful and targeted in the ways that we not only deliver our content but also how we tend to the developmental and emotional needs of our students on a daily basis. Not only does research affirm this idea, but our hearts do as well.We hope that your experience with us confirms the notion that you are not alone in this on-going quest for effective, positive educational practice for our adolescent learners at the middle level. Connectedness, collaboration, and the establishment of effective partnerships through networking ensures innovation in our schools. We hope that you enjoy a meal, have a conversation, or exchange an email address with another education professional in our state during the conference. SC-AMLE strives to support innovation that directly impacts South Carolina's children.Finally, we hope you leave this conference feeling empowered to continue the conversation about Middle Level Education in South Carolina. Leaders at the highest levels of our government are listening to our membership - their hopes for the future, their needs, their concerns - in a more meaningful way than ever before. If you have previously considered joining the political discourse as it relates to education in our state, the time is now. It is important that your state representatives and state senators know your name and that you're a teacher. I have been personally committed to making sure our voices are heard and that our students are spoken for at the highest levels. I encourage you to do the same.I am proud to have served as President of your SC-AMLE for this term, and look forward to continuing the work so vital to our South Carolina students and teachers in varying capacities with the organization and beyond. Thank you for your continued membership and attendance at organization functions and for your on-going commitment to excellence in middle level education in the state of South Carolina.028384500Sincerely,Sarah Evanson-AtkinsonTABLE OF CONTENTSGeneral Conference Information4Conference Schedule5SC-AMLE Board of Directors6Conference Committee Members7Conference Sponsors/Vendors8-9Middle Level Teacher Career Fair10SC-AMLE Regions & National Officers11Keynote Speakers12Spotlight Sessions13Student Entertainment15Concurrent Sessions16-39SC-AMLE Awards40-41SC-AMLE Past Presidents42Schools to Watch43Credit Renewal44Myrtle Beach Convention Center Map45GENERAL CONFERENCE INFORMATIONNAMETAGS:All registered attendees will receive a nametag at registration. A nametag is required to enter all sessions, meetings and programs. Please wear your nametag at all times.FOOD TICKETS:A ticket for Saturday lunch and Sunday breakfast will be provided to you at check in. The ticket and your nametag are required to enter. We suggest placing these in your nametag holder for safe keeping.CELL PHONES:We ask that all attendees be respectful to the presenters and fellow attendees by turning your cell phone to silent during all programs.REGISTRATION:Each attendee must pick up his/her own registration materials.SC-AMLE Bookstore: Please visit the SC-AMLE Bookstore in the exhibit hall for the latest educator books and resources. The bookstore accepts cash, checks, credit cards, and district procurement cards and purchase orders.EXHIBIT HALL:SC-AMLE has worked with various sponsors and vendors to provide you with resources to enhance your school. Please visit our exhibitors and check out the great resources available to schools across our state. Many school districts have representation in the hall, and may be offering interviews throughout the conference.CONFERENCE APP:Changes/additions/deletions to the program will be made using the YAPP app. Please be sure to download the YAPP app SCAMLE2019 to get the latest information.TECHNOLOGY HELP AND QUESTIONS:If you need help accessing technology or have questions for SC-AMLE, please stop by the SC-AMLE booth. SOCIAL MEDIA:We ask that you join us on our live Twitter feed by using #scamle2019. Please share your pictures, thoughts, and information on our Twitter and Facebook pages. 289190045374SCHOOLS TO WATCH SHOWCASE: Visit the Schools to Watch Showcase in the Convention Center Lobby in the Hall of Fame. Each STW has provided information about their school. STW presentations are marked with the School to Watch logo in the program. CONFERENCE SCHEDULEFriday, March 1, 20198:30 am - 12:00 pmSouth Carolina Professors of Middle Level Education Annual Meeting12:45 pm - 5:30 pm3rd Annual SC-AMLE Middle Level Institute12:45 pm - 1:00 pmWelcome1:15 pm - 2:30 pmChoice Learning Session 12:45 pm - 4:00 pmChoice Learning Session 24:15 pm - 5:30 pmChoice Learning Session 35:30 pm - 8:30 pmConference Registration5:30 pm - 8:30 pmVisit Vendors in Exhibit HallSaturday, March 2, 20197:00 am - 12:00 pmConference Registration8:00 am - 5:00pmExhibit Hall Open8:00 am - 10:00 amGeneral Session I 10:00 am - 10:30 amVisit Vendors in the Exhibit Hall 10:45 am - 11:30 amConcurrent Sessions I11:35 am - 1:30 pmSpotlight SessionsGroup A: Lunch 11:35-12:25 (Vendor hall)Roberto Rivera 12:35-1:30 (Ballroom D/E) Lesley Eason 12:35-1:30 (Ballroom A/B/C)Group B:Roberto Rivera 11:40-12:35 (Ballroom D/E) Lesley Eason 11:40-12:35 (Ballroom A/B/C)Lunch 12:40-1:30 (Vendor hall)1:45 pm - 2:15 pmConcurrent Sessions II2:15 pm - 2:40 pmVisit Vendors in the Exhibit Hall2:45 pm - 3:30 pmConcurrent Sessions III3:45 pm - 4:15 pmConcurrent Sessions IV4:30 pm - 5:15 pmConcurrent Sessions VSunday, March 3, 20198:00 am - 9:15 amBreakfast buffet and SC-AMLE Annual Business Meeting9:30 am - 11:30 amGeneral Session IISC – AMLE BOARD OF DIRECTORS2019 CONFERENCE COMMITTEECo-ChairpersonsKaren BullardBlue Ridge MiddleCorey CollingtonBerea MiddleSarah Evanson-Atkinson, KeynotesRobin Gerzema, TechnologyBecky Strickland, PresentersHeather Gordon, BookstoreMatt Critell, Exhibitors/Vendor HallVanessa Rhodes, EntertainmentJeff Jenkins, Lighting and SoundTammy Small, ProgramDonna Manning, RegistrationKayla Audette, RegistrationCONFERENCE SPONSORSCONFERENCE VENDORSPSTAOrange Sky TravelVan RoboticsLet Me LearnSCEAUSC College of EducationUSC Academic PartnershipsMountain Trail Outdoor SchoolAmerican Book CompanySCETVProject Lead the WaySTEMScopesMedieval TimesBurke Christian ToursSC Geographic AllianceClemson Youth Learning InstituteRoper Mountain Science CenterSC ASCDSC Bar Law Sparkpoint InnovationsWoodmen of the WorldYMCA Blue Ridge AssemblyHealthy BlueSC Project Learning TreeJAM PublishingCapitol ToursOzark LollipopsWonderWorksConverse CollegeMiddle Level Teacher Career FairBerkeley County School DistrictCharleston County School DistrictCherokee County School DistrictFairfield County School DistrictGreenville County School DistrictJasper County School DistrictKershaw County School DistrictLexington County School District OneLexington County School District TwoSchool District Five of Lexington & Richland CountiesOrangeburg County Consolidated School DistrictRichland County School District OneSumter School DistrictYork County District Three*Interviews may be scheduled during the conference and may be held in Room 108.REGIONSNATIONAL OFFICESDr. Gary SennPresident of NAPoMLETina JamisonNational Forum Board of DirectorsDr. David McDonaldNational Forum Board of DirectorsKeynote SpeakersSaturday Keynote Speaker: Roberto Rivera, Lead Change Agent, Hope Dealerleft000Roberto Rivera is an artist, educator, and change agent who specializes in applying best practices in engaging youth using practical and relevant methods. He is also the Chief Empowerment Officer at 7 Mindsets Academy.??Roberto Rivera received his undergraduate degree at UW-Madison where he created his own major entitled “Social Change, Youth Culture and the Arts”. He received his master’s degree at UIC in Youth Development with a focus on Social Justice, Urban Education, and Hip-hop. He currently is the President and Lead Change Agent of the Good Life Org., an organization that publishes multi-media educational tools and trains educators, youth workers, and parents in connecting positive youth development to community development. His experience in working in the field of community-based popular education over the last decade have won him awards from former president Bill Clinton, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin, and others. Despite these accolades, Roberto sees his work as giving back, since being labeled “at-risk” and “disadvantaged” as a teen himself, his relationships with key educators and youth workers helped him to turn his life around. Roberto’s presentations are unique in that they not only include scientific based research, but that they also include his own story of transforming from a dope dealer to a hope dealer, to incorporating stories from his work with communities around the nation. His unique ability to code-switch from sharing research and data to stories and poems leaves audiences standing with enlightened minds and moved hearts. He is also a proud husband and father, and sees being a good dad as one of his life-long goals.Sunday Morning Keynote and Business Meetingleft000One of our sponsors is the innovative and remarkable team of professionals from Leader in Me - a subsidiary of Franklin Covey Education. Sunday's Keynote is Dr. Lesley Eason.Dr. Eason brings experience, insight, and research to the table as we complete our discussion and exploration of the importance of social-emotional learning (SEL) and our students. She will highlight the importance of getting to the hearts of our kiddos through an examination of research and anecdotes that will leave you excited to venture back to your students and the work of your classroom.Dr. Lesley Eason was born and raised in Jacksonville, NC and graduated from Jacksonville High School. After completing college, she returned to Jacksonville to begin a career in education that has included serving as an English teacher, Assistant Principal, Principal, and Assistant Superintendent for Instructional Services and Continuous Improvement. She is married to Bob Eason, who is the head football coach for the Northside Monarchs and is a proud mother to Trey, a freshman at ECU, and Gage, a junior of Northside High School.Spotlight Sessionsrighttop00Presenter: Roberto Rivera, Ballroom D/EFrom Color Blind to Color Conscious: Cultivating Michelangelo Vision When Engaging Students?In this workshop Roberto Rivera takes a deeper dive from his keynote examining how?implicit?bias, defect thinking, and stereotype threat can create a racially hostile school environment for students of color. He then shares practical activities and thought provoking discussion to help staff develop the vision and practical strategy necessary to engage students in authentic, mutually beneficial relationships. Be prepared to go deep and emerge with some new tools, strategies, and resources!?Presenter:? Dr. Lesley F. Eason, 0172085007 plus 4:? A Formula for Middle Level Learner Success?The successes achieved and the challenges faced by middle-level educators have never been greater. In addition to being instructional leaders, caring mentors, and motivators for our adolescent learners; middle-level educators must also meet the varying needs of the individuals we serve.? By learning practical skills based on timeless principles and an individualized goal execution system, we can cut through the urgency of today’s education environment and engage the best in all students.?Participants will be introduced to the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People?.? Participants will learn how to use and apply powerful leadership tools, such as the 4 Disciplines of Execution?, to address barriers faced by their schools as well as a road map for continuous improvement. 7 plus 4 equals a renewed passion and energy for the mission of successfully serving the middle-level learner!?left615124500left11493500SC-AMLE STUDENT ENTERTAINMENTSC-AMLE would like to thank these schools who celebrate the arts and showcase the talents of their students. We hope that you enjoy this great entertainment throughout the conference. Friday EveningR. P. Dawkins Middle School Full Orchestra and Honor Bandunder the direction of Jennifer Diehn, Orchestra Director and Megan Irby, Band Director-4445635Opening Session Saturday MorningMcCracken Middle Swingin' Eagles Jazz Bandunder the direction of Dr.?Vern Weygandt50330102730500Closing Session Sunday Morning Miss Molly Oldstrom, SoloistMauldin Middle School 7th GraderMARCH 2, 2019 CONCURRENT SESSIONSSESSION I: 10:45 – 11:30Kinesthetic Strategies for Math and ScienceTaking Care of Middle School Teachers’ physical, social, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual needsCEU #: 1801CEU #: 1802ROOM #: Ballroom BPRESENTERS: Nancy RuppertThis session focuses on creating a culture of care in schools. This We Believe inspires us to take care of young adolescents. Middle schools also need to take care of their faculty and administration needs. Main Presentation Contact: nruppert@unca.eduROOM #: Ballroom APRESENTERS: Dr. Deborah McMurtrie, Bridget Coleman, Gary SennWe know that physical movement and opportunities for social interaction are essential in the middle school classroom. This session offers strategies for active, purposeful learning, flexible grouping, and kinesthetic teaching approaches as alternatives to whole-class lecture.Main Presenter Contact: deborahmc@usca.eduAdvanced Differentiation: Beyond The BasicsBridging The Skills Gap With On-Site Field TripsCEU #: 1803CEU #: 1804ROOM #: Ballroom DPRESENTERS: Beta BoxIn this presentation, Betabox will highlight the ways we're helping students across South Carolina get access to impactful hands-on learning opportunities to help prepare them for South Carolina's workforce.?Main Presentation Contact: greg@ROOM #: Ballroom CPRESENTERS: Dr. David VawterThis session on differentiation will look more deeply into the idea that we need to be a student of our students. Topics covered will include learning preferences, interest surveys and engaging activities that sessions attendees will experience first so they can learn more about themselves before taking these strategies into their classroomMain Presentation Contact: vawterd@winthrop.eduTechnology Beyond KahootThe Flexibly Blended ClassroomCEU #: 1805CEU #: 1806ROOM #: 102PRESENTERS: Joseph MilesThis is a session to show the dynamic power of a Flexibly/Blended Classroom. From the history of it, my process, and the data to show the success of it.Main Presentation Contact: jlmiles@greenvilleschools.usROOM #: 101PRESENTERS: Maddie Colvin, Alana Reynolds, Monica Meadows, Ryan CornellIt's time to move beyond Kahoot! Join innovative teacher candidates to learn how to incorporate technology into your classroom through formative assessment, learning experiences, and specific content integration. This session will leave you with multiple new technology resources to implement immediately in your classroom!Main Presenter Contact: mcolvin@email.sc.eduMARCH 2, 2019 CONCURRENT SESSIONSSESSION I: 10:45 – 11:30This Little LightWhile I Breathe, I Hope: How Mindful Breath and Movement Can Enhance the Learning ProcessCEU #: 1807CEU #: 1808ROOM #: 104PRESENTERS: Angela StillThis session will address how mindful breath and movement can integrate the mind/body connection, enhance self-regulation, teach empathy, and encourage a sense of community in early adolescents. Main Presentation Contact: astill@ROOM #: 103PRESENTERS: Tunisha Summers, Gwendolyn SewerIn this intense workshop of serious fun, we will take a modern approach to including visual art and design standards in your content area. During this class we create a Japanese style lantern with vellum/craft paper & craft sticks. The lantern will depict a concept or standard that is taught in your content area. Main Presenter Contact: tunisha.summers@ The Way We Play 2945765-127000How to Demystify STEM and Develop an Effective STEM ProgramCEU #: 1809CEU#: 1810ROOM #: 202PRESENTERS: Stan MozingoWhen teachers move from science or math to STEM – many things change. STEM students will expand their 21st Century skills, problem-solving, and implement design practices of scientists and engineers. Effective teaching practices are the cornerstone of a rigorous and relevant STEM program or STEM school. Learn how teachers and principals can make this STEM shift.Main Presentation Contact: smozingo@ROOM #: 105PRESENTERS: Sharon Templeton, Stephen RameyIntegration between Physical Education and core subject topics. Being active through differentiation, student choice, and inclusion. Learn strategies that can be used in both the gym and classroom. Main Presentation Contact: stemplet@Top 10 SEL Strategies 29498062078eLearning for Coding and RoboticsCEU #: 1811CEU #: 1812ROOM #: 204PRESENTER: Alex FegelyIt is not unusual for the modern middle school student to know more about coding and robotics than her teacher. Get up to speed with the free resources in this session. Resources and ready-to-go lesson plans for integrating coding and Lego robotics into middle school science and math will be provided.Main Presentation Contact: agfegely@coastal.eduROOM #: 203PRESENTERS: Angela Burns, Amanda ArflinAre you finding it hard to incorporate social, emotional learning strategies at your school? Come see the top 10 SEL procedures that we deliberately practice at Crayton Middle School.Main Presentation Contact: angela.burns@MARCH 2, 2019 CONCURRENT SESSIONSSESSION I: 10:45 – 11:3028626959871Two Worlds Collide: Bringing Culture into the Classroom Start With the Standards!CEU #: 1813ROOM #: 205PRESENTERS: Siddeeqah Cruse, Joy StarksThat’s Just Good Teaching! This session will immerse participants in culturally relevant instructional strategies in science and social studies to increase student engagement.Main Presentation Contact: scruse@CEU #: 1814ROOM #: 206PRESENTERS: Ronda Bailey, Brandon BeckAcademic success begins with breaking down the Social Studies standards by creating clear bite sized student friendly “I can” statements. Only then can educators develop meaningful activities to support student learning.Main Presentation Contact: ronbaile@greenville.k12.sc.us29182294445Digital Portfolios 2934623-2482Don't Fear the Thumb: Five Times aSchool to WatchCEU #: 1815CEU #: 1816ROOM #: 208PRESENTERS: Gene Cameron, Cody Strong, Rhonda Horton, Keyes WheelerThe Lugoff-Elgin Middle School learning community acknowledges and is sensitive to the unique developmental challenges students face during early adolescence. We strive to create an environment that supports each student’s intellectual, ethical, social, and physical development. Main Presentation Contact: eugene.cameron@ROOM #: 207PRESENTERS: Olga Toggas, Donna Jacobs, Linda Shade, Christy SaleebyStep-by-step instructions will be given from the design of the digital shell to the use of multiple media modes of student reflections, all done in a protected way using Google Sites. Guidance will be provided on how to teach students to develop their own digital portfolios to showcase their reflection, growth, and evolution as a learner. Main Presentation Contact:otoggas@How to Participate in Transformational Discourse with your LegislatureCEU #: 1817ROOM #: 209PRESENTERS: Honorable Senator Greg HembreeThis session, sponsored by SC-AMLE and instructed by The Honorable Senator Greg Hembree, South Carolina State Senator from District 28, will frame some of the most effective ways for professional educators to engage with and influence meaningful change in the current policy discussions taking place in the South Carolina legislature. The Senator will provide real examples of the best ways to have your voice heard in the political process as it relates directly to your work as an educator in our great state. MARCH 2, 2019 TABLE TOP SESSIONSESSION I: 10:45 – 11:30TABLE TOP SESSION – Ballroom E CEU#:1819Table Top presentations will last 20 minutes. Attendees will choose two (2) table top presentations to attend. At the end of 20 minutes, attendees will move to the 2nd presentation of their ic 1: Game Up Your Class with GoosechaseAbby Schiferl, Teresa Gunn - aschifer@greenville.k12.sc.usTurn your worksheets into a challenging scavenger hunt by using the awesome app called Goosechase Edu. Discover how you can create a game for any subject, any ic 2: "LIT"eracyMelissa Pollard- melissa.pollard@Music is a way in with students. Music develops creativity and makes the brain more receptive to deeper critical thinking. Students are prone to become more excited about learning your content and ignites concept ic 3: Hitting the Mark with Text Dependent AnalysisChristy Brown, Ryan Tavenner- cbrown@In the session, “Hitting the Mark with Text Dependent Analysis”, participants will learn strategies for developing a holistic approach for assisting students with analyzing texts in order to become more critical readers and ic 4: Creating Instructional VideosDebbie Jarrett, Brian Day - djarrett@Discover some easy ways to create instructional ic 5: Professional Development Choice Boards: Personalized Learning for TeachersChristin Edge, Jennifer Henson- christin.edge@Discover how T.E. Mabry Middle School, a National Schools to Watch site, has successfully blended choice and personalized learning into a 21st Century framework for professional development utilizing Professional Development Choice Boards. Topic 6: Advisory: Why is it Worth ItDenise Webster - dwebster@Have you struggled to make advisory a meaningful period of your day for both students and teachers? At BMS we have worked to use the time to Bring Organization and Life skills together in one period to build a culture of connectedness and community for both students and teachers. It is no longer just another period of the day.MARCH 2, 2019 TABLE TOP SESSIONSESSION I: 10:45 – 11:30TABLE TOP SESSION – Ballroom E CEU#:1819Table Top presentations will last 20 minutes. Attendees will choose two (2) table top presentations to attend. At the end of 20 minutes, attendees will move to the 2nd presentation of their ic 7: Using Restorative Practices to Establish Measurable Decreases in Student Discipline IssuesJason Holt- jasonh@The presentation will focus on a research based approach to building a stronger community and helping students re-enter learning environments once problems arise. Topic 8: Augmenting the Reality Weaving African American Studies into the Middle School ELA and Social Studies CurriculumJoel Colon - jcolon@This will be based on a week-long course given by Dr. Gloria Boutte and Dr. Toby Jenkins from USCs school of Education as well as the State Departments guidelines on Diaspora Literature. It will give a basic framework for including African American history and culture in both ELA and Social ic 9: Student Identification of Fake News in Science MediaJeremy Puskas- jepuskas@greenville.k12.sc.usIn a world full of falsified information and subjective analysis, students find reading scientific material, with an objective mindset, difficult. This presentation will review how to filter through the bias to determine scientific ic 10: Have students “Make” notes, not “Take” notes!Jason Yaman- jyaman@Empower students to use literacy and reading skills to construct their notes as a comprehensive study system. Using the Cornell Note-taking system students will record and review information, while questioning and reflecting on their ic 11: Instructional Framework for SuccessErik Lowry- elowry@fmarion.eduThis presentation will provide a view of an Instructional Framework that can be used in schools to help increase student performance on SC mandated assessments such as SCREADY and SCPASS.MARCH 2, 2019 CONCURRENT SESSIONSSESSION II: 1:45 – 2:15After Mindfulness, What Next?On the PLUS sideCEU #: 1820CEU #: 1821ROOM #: Ballroom BPRESENTER: Amy St. JohnDiscover how to implement effective professional development programs for your educators! Participants will be guided through a hands-on lesson as part of the program.Main Presentation Contact: astjohn@greenville.k12.sc.usROOM #: Ballroom APRESENTER: Debbie Hammond LancasterEducators are practicing mindfulness for self-care, transforming schools into places where anxiety is reduced, attention is optimized, and emotions are regulated, the kinds of places where people want to work and children want to learn. What next?Main Presentation Contact: dlancaster@york.k12.sc.usEnvironmental Science Teaching Resources & Professional Learning Opportunities from SC Project Learning TreeSchools to Watch: A Continuous Improvement Tool and Opportunity for National Recognition for Your SchoolCEU #: 1822CEU #: 1823ROOM #: Ballroom DPRESENTERS: Dr. David McDonald, Tina JamisonThis session will dive into the rubric criteria surrounding the domains of Academic Excellence, Social Equity, Developmental Responsiveness, and Organizational Structure used to determine a School to Watch, as well as explain the process. Even if your school is not ready to apply, this session will help school leaders put in place a plan to begin to analyze your school's middle level practices with school improvement as the ultimate goal.Main Presentation Contact: dmcdonald@greenville.k12.sc.usROOM #: Ballroom CPRESENTER: Matt SchnabelLearn how you can teach your science standards using the Project Learning Tree curriculum which is correlated to the SCDE standards. You will also learn about professional learning opportunities where you can receive renewal credits.Main Presentation Contact: mschnabel@27946359102One Book/One School: From Hashtags to CharacterTaste & Read - How to Increase Reading Through Book ClubsCEU #: 1824CEU #: 1825ROOM #: 102PRESENTERS Sara Ritchie, Jennifer LaGro, Amanda BarnesBy creating a "tasting menu" of books, students are able to find the perfect book for them. Students then meet in book clubs, which dramatically increases independent reading and engagement.Main Presentation Contact: sritchie@greenville.k12.sc.usROOM #: 101PRESENTERS: Meg Cheshier, Margaret PeachCome hear how our One Book/One School has transformed our school and given us a common language and experience. Lesson plans, character education, reading fluency and more will be discussed with digital lesson plans available.Main Presenter Contact: mpeach@MARCH 2, 2019 CONCURRENT SESSIONSSESSION II: 1:45 – 2:15South Carolina African American Historic Sites Map29554064850Rotating Through Middle School CEU #: 1826CEU #: 1827ROOM #: 104PRESENTERS: Joyce Crimminger, Brent Chavous, Liz JamesDo you have students who learn best in the morning but you have them last period every day? South Middle offers every student the opportunity to experience every class at a different time frame throughout the week. Join us to find out how to prevent that phrase, “Oh, no! It’s last period!”Main Presentation Contact: joyce.crimminger@ROOM #: 103PRESENTER: Michael MewborneThis session introduces an online map of South Carolina African American Historic sites. The map includes lesson plans, videos, and links to primary source documents, and is particularly useful for 8th grade social studies instruction. Attendees should bring a device to view the map.Main Presenter Contact: mewbornj@mailbox.sc.edu286321537465Building Relationships: Developing Literacy Skills through Student Choice and Interest 295783039370Plug into Your School's Power Pair: Media Specialist and Instructional Technology CoachCEU #: 1828CEU #: 1829ROOM #: 202PRESENTERS: Christin Edge, Ashley PaddockDiscover how to integrate separate workflows into an intentional implementation of professional development and student-centered instruction resulting in meaningful, digital-age learning for all stakeholders.Main Presentation Contact: christin.edge@ROOM #: 105PRESENTER: Dr. Autumn Hudson, Ed.D.Building relationships is a powerful motivator. Students who are actively engaged are more likely to learn. Incorporating student choice and interest into literacy instruction encourages learner participation and increases the likelihood of positive experiences. Main Presentation Contact: autumn.hudson@National Geographic Resources for EducatorsAdvancED STEM Certification: Overview of the Process & Deep Drive into one School's Journey to becoming CertifiedCEU #: 1830CEU #: 1831ROOM #: 204PRESENTER: Trevor IveyMore and more schools are partnering with AdvancED in the STEM journey! The AdvancED STEM framework is not only a pathway toward certification but also provides an international model for defining quality STEM schools and programs. Attend this session to learn more about the content of the AdvancED STEM framework and the process for earning STEM Certification. Main Presentation Contact: trevor.ivey@ROOM #: 203PRESENTER: Carley LovornParticipants will learn how the National Geographic Educator Network connects educators to: in-person and online professional development, fellowship and travel opportunities, high-quality, standards-based classroom resources, such as National Geographic videos and maps, student programming and academic competitions, and grants specifically for K-12 educators. ?Main Presenter Contact: clovorn@MARCH 2, 2019 CONCURRENT SESSIONSSESSION II: 1:45 – 2:15Mashup: Computational Thinking Strategies and Activities to Engage Girls in Coding and RoboticsUnited Class of America: Using robotics to unite a class dividedCEU #: 1832ROOM #: 205PRESENTERS: Denise Johnson, Jodi ThomasThis session will present strategies and activities (using a Computational Thinking Framework) that encourages girls to explore coding and robotics.Main Presentation Contact: johnsondt@wssu.eduCEU #: 1833ROOM #: 206PRESENTERS: Joshua BovillAthletes kneeling for the flag has created major discourse in our great country. Are teachers supposed to stay away from topics like this? I used my experience as a black male & Robotics Teacher to address this issue in a way that united a classroom.Main Presentation Contact: jbovill@york.k12.sc.us285553711488The Role of Leadership in Building a Climate of SuccessAmusement Park MathCEU #: 1834CEU #: 1835ROOM #: 208PRESENTER: Sandra AmmonsJoin us for some fun at the amusement park as we explore mathematical connections to games, lines, and rides. We will investigate ways to engage students at all grade levels in the Mathematical Process Standards. Main Presentation Contact: sammons@ed.ROOM #: 207PRESENTERS: Mary Leslie Anderson, Kelly FinneganBuilding a school culture that is trusting and positive is the most important part of raising student achievement. Leadership must create this climate by building capacity among the adults in the school first. This session will discuss the role of leaders in the building.Main Presentation Contact: makander@greenville.k12.sc.usGot DBQs?CEU #: 1836ROOM #: 209PRESENTERS: Stephen Corsini, Shaleka McKithen, Whitney Jones, Courtney GarrisonCome hear how the digital collection at USC and South Carolina Digital Library were used to create DBQs for students to deeply engage with documents. Participants will learn about DBQs and walk through several examples.Main Presentation Contact: spcorsini@ed. MARCH 2, 2019 CONCURRENT SESSIONSSESSION III: 2:45 – 3:30Community and School Working Together to Support Struggling StudentsApp Prototyping PBL Projects for Stem InfusionCEU #: 1837CEU #: 1838ROOM #: Ballroom BPRESENTERS: Alex Fegely, Cory GleasmanAre you tired of assigning the same website or video projects in order to integrate technology into your assessments? This session will share app wire framing and prototyping project options. Paired with PBL, these ideas are sure to engage your students and fit into any middle school classroom.Main Presentation Contact: agfegely@coastal.eduROOM #: Ballroom APRESENTERS: Carrie Chappell, Officer Coley Hebrard, Ebony Wright, Matt LureyThe number of students struggling with negative thoughts and circumstances is increasing. Learn how Beaufort Middle supports our students at school and by engaging with community resources to provide mental health assistance and in home support.Main Presentation Contact: carrie.chappell@beaufort.k12.sc.usDifferentiated Instruction for Students with Color DeficienciesLeading Your School Toward Excellence!CEU #: 1839CEU #: 1840ROOM #: Ballroom DPRESENTER: Dr. David McDonaldBeing a school leader is tough! In this session, participants will near more strategies to leverage leadership, build culture, and support teachers to help a school excel on a trajectory toward excellence! Tools, strategies, and ideas will be shared to help you be a stronger school leader. Main Presentation Contact: dmcdonald@greenville.k12.sc.usROOM #: Ballroom CPRESENTERS: Dr. Deborah McMurtrie Tiffany Zorn, Alex KinardWe will explore properties of light waves and the eye's ability to perceive color. We will discuss different types of color deficiencies and ways that teachers can differentiate instruction to meet these students’ needs.Main Presentation Contact: deborahmc@usca.edu285588417664Cha Ching: How to Fill the Positive Climate Bucket on a BudgetThe PLTW Student Experience: What's NextCEU #: 1841CEU #: 1842ROOM #: 102PRESENTER: Ken VerburgThe session will cover several key updates and new rollouts in our PLTW programs over the next three school years that will expand student access and engagement, including: PLTW Gateway Spanish-language Curriculum (2019-20) and Chromebook Accessibility (2019-20), New Gateway units (Medical Detectives, Computer Science for Innovators & Makers, App Creators), and new professional development opportunities-Online training for Medical Detectives, Design & Modeling, App Creators, and Computer Science for Innovators & Makers.Main Presentation Contact: kverburg@ROOM #: 101PRESENTERS: Donna Jacobs, Olga ToggasAt St. James Middle School, we want all members of our school family to feel valued and appreciated. Come hear how the administrative staff maintains the morale of the Shark family by providing opportunities to celebrate parents, teachers, and students. You will leave this session with many ideas that you can quickly and easily implement for little to no cost.Main Presenter Contact: djacobs@MARCH 2, 2019 CONCURRENT SESSIONSSESSION III: 2:45 – 3:30Make C.A.R.E. Great Again: Exploring Title I Middle School Teachers’ Alignment to Self-Concept Enhancement Pedagogy for African American StudentsNavigating Teacher StressCEU #: 1843CEU #: 1844ROOM #: 104PRESENTER: Stevie RodisSession will provide an overview of what existing literature says about teacher stress and its relationship to burnout and attrition. We will also explore ways to combat the issue at the classroom, school, and district levels. Main Presentation Contact: stevie.rodis@ROOM #: 103PRESENTER: Dr. Walter LeeIn this session, we will explore the instructional practices of Title I middle school teachers and their alignment to the development of students' self-concept. The presenter will offer strategies for teachers to integrate into their instructional practices.Main Presenter Contact: WLEE2@uscupstate.edu2862811-5831Inclusion: Finding Strengths in DifferencesThe Race MythCEU #: 1845CEU #: 1846ROOM #: 106PRESENTER: Scott FloydThe presenter will discuss how our understanding of this social construct frames our approach to educating all students.Main Presentation Contact: SFloyd@ROOM #: 105PRESENTERS: Byron Johnson, Loretta Cooper, Lakeisha LawrenceInclusion at CMS has transformed from simply a less restrictive model for students with learning disabilities into a support program for all students. We’ll share how we make a difference for all of our students. Main Presentation Contact: byron.johnson@285571035560Growing and Developing LEADERS...One Child at a TimeFirst Year Teacher ForumCEU #: 1847CEU #: 1848ROOM #: 202PRESENTERS: Hannah Price, Hope SchreiberA first year dance teacher and a 7th grade math teacher will share their perspectives on?entering the teaching profession. Included will be a short Q & A where questions are encouraged.??Main Presentation Contact??hschreiber@ROOM #: 107PRESENTERS: Clayton Moton, Takela Burns, Sheneka Miller, Michael WessingerHow can a school "actually" target and reach every single student in the building? At Dutchman Creek Middle, a defined system of organizational supports and structures help make that happen! Find out how a school of nearly 1,000 diverse learners manages to meet the needs of every student with increasing quality and fidelity! Main Presenter Contact: cmoton@MARCH 2, 2019 CONCURRENT SESSIONSSESSION III: 2:45 – 3:30The Breakdown on Breaking Out! Creating Digital Breakouts in Google SitesLego Lessons in the Content AreasCEU #: 1849ROOM #: 203PRESENTER: Kaitlin WilbanksDo you want to break out of your normal teaching routine? Learn how to create your own digital breakouts using Google Sites, Forms, and more in this step-by-step presentation. Two free Science Breakouts included with attendance.Main Presentation Contact: kwilbanks@greenville.k12.sc.usCEU #: 1850ROOM #: 204PRESENTERS: Kelli Kilbourn-Williams, Debby Turno, Allison Verhotz, Marsha PeacockWe have been using Legos for the past two years to help students master concepts such as theme, point of view, fractions, balancing science equations, social studies writing, and STEM projects. By using the LEGOs the students are having fun, learning standards, and using their creative writing skills. We will showcase lessons that have helped teach standards. Main Presentation Contact: kkilbourn@21st Century Classroom 4.0: Jump into STEAM, 1:1 Tech, SCTS, and Computer Science & Digital Literacy StandardsWhy Teaching Media Literacy is Important in the Middle GradesCEU #: 1851CEU #: 1852ROOM #: 206PRESENTER: Frank BakerRecent studies indicate many of our students cannot assess the credibility of information. Join media educator for an informative session on integrating media literacy in the middle grades.Main Presentation Contact: fbaker1346@ROOM #: 205PRESENTERS: Tyson Gardin, Stephanie JowersIn this informative resource workshop, we will demonstrate how to beef up your lesson plans by incorporating student choice, cross-content collaboration, tech-integrated learning, and opportunities for student creativity, critique, and revision.Main Presentation Contact: jowerss@MARCH 2, 2019 CONCURRENT SESSIONSSESSION III: 2:45 – 3:30Voices from the MiddleSliding into Digital Flipbook with Google SlidesCEU #: 1853ROOM #: 207PRESENTER: Dr. Don KauffmanThis presentation discusses a recent ethnographic research project that elicited voices of Black males in a predominantly white middle school. It examines such areas as their personal perception of academics, school improvement, and staff misunderstandings. Main Presentation Contact: dkauffma@greenville.k12.sc.usCEU #: 1854ROOM #: 208PRESENTER: Abby SchiferlChallenge your students to create a digital flipbook to match their math word problem, or social studies fact.. Bring a Chromebook, iPad or laptop so you can create a digital flipbook.Main Presentation Contact: aschifer@greenville.k12.sc.us283504416280Real Time Feedback and the Cult ofPersonalized LearningCEU #: 1855ROOM #: 209PRESENTERS: Joel ColonReal time feedback allows teachers and presenters the ability to personalize student learning by giving students feedback immediately during a lesson. When a teacher understands their students' knowledge gap(s), they can better prepare and adapt their teaching.Main Presentation Contact: jcolon@MARCH 2, 2019 TABLE TOP SESSIONSESSION III: 2:45 – 3:30TABLE TOP SESSION – Ballroom E CEU#:1819Table Top presentations will last 20 minutes. Attendees will choose two (2) table top presentations to attend. At the end of 20 minutes, attendees will move to the 2nd presentation of their ic 1: not WHAT, but HOWAmy St. John– astjohn@greenville.k12.sc.usDive into the learning process asking yourself the question, not WHAT but HOW. Participants will walk through various learning strategies that assist with student learning and ic 2: Increase Student Achievement Through Tuning ProtocolLaChonna L. Avery - averyl@acs.k12.sc.usA standard based lesson will be modeled demonstrating how administrators and teacher leaders can provide support to teachers by providing quality feedback when teachers are presenting a standard aligned lesson, aligned assessment, and or ic 3: Sparking Empathy through Global ConnectionsBrent White- bcwhite@Travel the world without leaving your classroom with opportunities through Mystery Skypes, Skype in the Classroom, and ic 4: Make Life Easier with Google ExtensionsDebbie Jarrett, Brian Day- djarrett@We'll share some of our favorite Google Extensions and give you access to a list of others to ic 5: Coding Drones in MathematicsEmily Strickland- estrickland@greenville.k12.sc.usThis presentation shows how a unit using Drones and Coding with Tynker were used to teach ic 6: Using "TIME" To Analyze Poetry Felicia Grier- fgrier@Using "TIME" is a creative, quick, and effective way to analyze poetry. This strategy breaks down a poem's major elements in a simple, yet comprehensive format. Students will read and understand poetry in a whole new light!MARCH 2, 2019 TABLE TOP SESSIONSESSION III: 2:45 – 3:30TABLE TOP SESSION – Ballroom E CEU#:1819Table Top presentations will last 20 minutes. Attendees will choose two (2) table top presentations to attend. At the end of 20 minutes, attendees will move to the 2nd presentation of their ic 7: Technology You Can Use TomorrowAlexis McAllister, Alexis Glenn, Erika Kozub - mcallia@email.uscupstate.eduEnhancing curriculum through technology in a challenging, exploratory, integrative, and relevant way. Teachers will learn to incorporate 21st century learning to encourage students to be involved and make connections to the ic 8: Challenge Accepted: Developing a School Wide Reading ChallengeNichole Criminger, Candace Lett- ncriminger@Learn how two instructional coaches implemented reading challenges in their school to build a community of readers and align practices between all of the ELA grade level ic 9: Just Ask Me!Renee McCaslan, Keith McCaslan - reneemccaslan@Just ask JAM Publishing how easy it is to teach. This session will introduce how easy it is to teach the Science and Social Studies ic 10: Preparing to Take the PRAXIS PLT 5-9Randy Stowe - rwstowe@Participants will leave this session with a deep appreciation for their past and an excitement for their ic 11: Using Interdisciplinary Learning Centers to Engage Students in the ClassroomXiomarra Beverly & Jasmine Edwards - XBEVERLY@usca.eduMiddle school students often ask, “Why do we need to learn this?” Interdisciplinary learning centers in the mathematics classroom offer students the opportunity to apply content across disciplines and in authentic problem-solving. We will share sample centers and ic 12: Include Me: Inclusive Literature in Middle School Language ArtsBrandon J. Watkins - brandon.watkins@The objective and goal of this presentation is to bring awareness to the marginalization that adolescent age, LGBTQ identifying students feel in their classrooms. Classrooms and schools are viewed as places of support and this presentation identifies ways to create inclusive classrooms and schools through the use of literature.MARCH 2, 2019 CONCURRENT SESSIONSSESSION IV: 3:45 – 4:15Underachieving Gifted and Talented Students: Possible Causes and Potential CuresB.A.G. it & W.I.N. itCEU #: 1856CEU #: 1857ROOM #: Ballroom BPRESENTERS: Preston Thorne, Langston MooreOur W.I.N Chalk talk is an interactive "skull" session designed to arm your students/staff/faculty with the FUNdamentals to get to the B.A.G.Main Presentation Contact:LANGSTONMOORE7@ROOM #: Ballroom APRESENTERS: Lienne Medford, Meg LeeYou know they can do more. You see the potential. How do you make it happen? Presenters will discuss characteristics and causes of underachieving academically gifted students and will offer practical strategies to motivate students.Main Presentation Contact: lienne.medford@converse.eduThe Adolescent Brain29346235657Co-Teaching: Ruling the Classroom CEU #: 1858CEU #: 1859ROOM #: Ballroom DPRESENTERS: Jennie L. Farmer, Ph.D. Sera TannerThis presentation will discuss benefits and methods for co-teaching. The presenters will ground the discussion in research-based practices and discuss their cardinal rules for co-teaching and strategies for co-teaching in the real classroom. Main Presentation Contact: jlfarmer@greenville.k12.sc.usROOM #: Ballroom CPRESENTER: Dr. David VawterHow much do you know about the brains of your students? Current research will be presented concerning the adolescent brain including the effects of poverty, ADHD, drugs/alcohol, sleep, and technology. Participate in interactive pedagogy to help engage those brains!Main Presentation Contact: vawterd@winthrop.eduBuilding Empathy through Reading and Writing Instruction: And It's Not Just In English!Tools, Tools and More Tools (Webtools, That Is)CEU #: 1860CEU #: 1861ROOM #: 102PRESENTERS: Debbie Jarrett, Brian DayWe'll share our top 10 favorite webtools plus more if time permits.Main Presentation Contact: djarrett@ROOM #: 101PRESENTER: Laurie SchmotzerCome hear about one teacher's journey to build a community of learners prepared to meet the challenges of a rigorous academic environment. Building empathy through reading and writing can occur in any classroom - not just the English teacher's classroom. Come learn how one teacher built a meaningful routine and began focusing on what her students needed rather than what she thought they did.Main Presenter Contact: lschmotzer@greenville.k12.sc.usMARCH 2, 2019 CONCURRENT SESSIONSSESSION IV: 3:45 – 4:15Coping Skills Training for Middle Schoolers295540632385It Starts with Relationships....CEU #: 1862CEU #: 1863ROOM #: 104PRESENTERS: Jeff Boozer, Wendy Hawkins, Jennifer Mckibben, Richard GeorgeWhat makes our school a place our students want to be? It starts with our daily Morning Meeting. Learn more about the many things that Riverside Middle (ASD4) does to build community and connections. Main Presentation Contact: jboozer@ROOM #: 103PRESENTERS: Monique Loin, Dana Mullins, Margaret HinerThe need for coping skills addresses self-esteem, anxiety, and depression and focuses on self-care and mindfulness. Different strategies will be demonstrated and practiced with participants in order to gain an insight to how each strategy touches on different areas of concern and to explore each aspect of the strategies. Main Presenter Contact: monique.loin@beaufort.k12.sc.usFrom the Mouths of Teacher CandidatesBetter Writing through Self-Awareness as a LearnerCEU #: 1864CEU #: 1865ROOM #: 106PRESENTER: Joel JohnstonEngage students in writing through understanding their own personal learning. Complete a learning inventory, develop a personal learning profile, and see how personalized writing skills strategies make a measurable difference in student writing.Main Presentation Contact: jjohnston@ROOM #: 105PRESENTER: Nate Carnes, Blythe Vickery, Ying-Chen Lin, Maddie ColvinThis panel features middle level preservice teachers who seek to engage the audience in a professional conversation about support that they receive and need throughout a yearlong internship. Main Presentation Contact: ncarnes@mailbox.sc.edu Creating 21st Century Change Makers293901128171Intervention 911CEU #: 1866CEU #: 1867ROOM #: 202PRESENTERS: Megan Carrero, Jonathan WilburnCome check out how Fulmer Middle School seeks to modify student behavior, in order to achieve the best learning environment possible for students and teachers.Main Presentation Contact: mcarrero@ROOM #: 107PRESENTERS: Rebecca Shackleford, Kristy Marler-WeinerCome see how you can transform the culture of students to balance academics with service in order to create 21st century change makers who know how to use their voice in the world.Main Presenter Contact: Rshackleford@MARCH 2, 2019 CONCURRENT SESSIONSSESSION IV: 3:45 – 4:15Let's Laugh and ShareTrauma-Responsive Teaching: Understanding the Effects of Trauma on the Adolescent BrainCEU #: 1868ROOM #: 203PRESENTERS: Tammy Small and the AudienceTake a break from the usual sessions and join this completely interactive session! It's not about the technology or the lesson plan, it's about the people in the room. What's your "Why?" Come to this session and share your stories and/or favorite lessons with your peers! This is your time to remember your passion!Main Presentation Contact: tammy.small@CEU #: 1869ROOM #: 204PRESENTERS: Alana ReynoldsTrauma occurring in the early years can have a substantial impact on adolescent development and academic performance. This session will provide necessary knowledge to become a trauma-responsive educator and empower students healing from trauma. Main Presentation Contact: alanar@email.sc.edu280739336830Tag, You're It! As the saying goes, "Lead Where You Are Strong, Team Where You Are Weak."Drugs: The New epidemic Facing our Children. How to Educate a Middle-School StudentCEU #: 1870CEU #: 1871ROOM #: 206PRESENTER: Donna OdomAs health and physical education teachers, it’s important to understand the impact drugs are currently having on our youth. We have to understand the issue first and figure out how to teach it next. Addiction does not discriminate. Main Presentation Contact: dodom@greenville.k12.sc.usROOM #: 205PRESENTERS: Karis Mazyck, Greta Carter, Robert Ratterree, Rahim El-AminCome find out how we organized our school based upon the skills of our leadership team: from everything to handling grade-level teams, department meetings, SLOs, IEPs, SpED, Technology, Testing, and the everyday hassles of parent concerns/complaints and personnel issues. We will share with you how we “lead where we are strong and team where we are weak.” We no longer have an orchestra: we have a wonderful jazz ensemble!Main Presentation Contact: kmazyck@MARCH 2, 2019 CONCURRENT SESSIONSSESSION IV: 3:45 – 4:15S.H.I.F.T- Schools Helping In Family TransitionsStalled Improvement on High-Stakes Testing?CEU #: 1872ROOM #: 207PRESENTERS: Jennifer Meisten, Jennifer WoodyThe transition to middle school can be scary for both parents and students. The faculty and staff at Beck are focused on alleviating these fears and anxiety by developed a multi-tiered system of support that begins while students are still in elementary school. Main Presentation Contact: jmeisten@greenville.k12.sc.usCEU #: 1873ROOM #: 208PRESENTER: Michele MangumIf a school or even individual high-stakes testing results hit a wall in growth, it can sometimes be due to the design of assessments being used in practice. The quality of the summative assessment drives everything we do and the session will focus on this particular component.Main Presentation Contact: mmangum@Emerald Owl ProductionsCEU #: 1874ROOM #: 209PRESENTER: Michael MeyerEndorsed by the National Forum to Accelerate Middle Grade Reform, the "EOP Experience" will leave your students with a lasting positive middle school memory while uniting your school. Use it as an incentive, new school-wide tradition, introduction to your feeder schools, and/or fundraiser.?Main Presentation Contact:?Info@?MARCH 2, 2019 CONCURRENT SESSIONSSESSION V: 4:30 – 5:15285588437754The Game-Changing Blueprint to Building the Whole ChildTaking the "Mystery" Out of Book Clubs: Why Student-Led Discussions Really MatterCEU #: 1875CEU #: 1876ROOM #: Ballroom BPRESENTER: Dr. Connie "CJ" WilliamsBook clubs motivate, promote analytical thinking, and build independence among students as readers, writers and thinkers. Clubs also allow teachers to assess and grade student progress during book clubs, holding students accountable for their learning.Main Presentation Contact: Cj4literacy@ ROOM #: Ballroom APRESENTERS: Rett Crocker, Jason McCauley, Carol Brooks, Ginger PhillipsThe Go Program: Developing game-changing, innovative ways to prepare students for success in all environments. Learn how to build a student who is equipped to excel at home, in school, and in the ‘real world.’ Main Presentation Contact: crockere@apps.Integrating Physical Activity into the ClassroomCultivating Teacher Leaders Who Develop Positive School CultureCEU #: 1877CEU #: 1878ROOM #: Ballroom DPRESENTERS: Michelle Fowler, Tracy Butler, Christy Henson, Paula EvansThis research-, theory-, and practice-based presentation will provide ideas and strategies for administrators and teachers to cultivate opportunities for school leaders to “rise and shine” while developing positive school culture and success.Main Presentation Contact: mefowler@greenville.k12.sc.usROOM #: Ballroom CPRESENTER: Dr. Carla CruickshanksBest Practices that work for integrating physical activity in the core content classroom. Emphasis placed on cognitive, affective, and psychomotor learning can enhance the Math, SCI, SS, and ELA. Management of activities will be included.Main Presentation Contact: ccruickshanks@newberry.k12.sc.usTurning Content into CreativityThe Great Google Classroom (Basics)CEU #: 1879CEU #: 1880ROOM #: 102PRESENTER: Rachael DmytriwParticipants will be encouraged to reflect on their past, evaluate their present and stretch themselves into the future by setting goals.Main Presentation Contact: rdmytriw@greenville.k12.sc.usROOM #: 101PRESENTER: Charley BovillOften times it’s hard to find engaging lessons and projects for students. Have you ever thought about getting students to create digital books? This session is about getting students to combine content, technology and literacy. Main Presenter Contact: cbovill@york.k12.sc.usMARCH 2, 2019 CONCURRENT SESSIONSSESSION V: 4:30 – 5:15286258032385Data FoldersDiscipline Strategies for Students with Emotional and Behavioral DisabilitiesCEU #: 1881CEU #: 1882ROOM #: 104PRESENTERS: Adrian Shaun, Goodman Charles, Edwin RedfernIt’s easy to think of discipline as exclusionary strategies such as removing students from class, sending them to the principal, suspending them from school, or proceeding with an expulsion. The goal of this presentation is to focus on proactive strategies using positive behavioral interventions and supports with an intentionally reduced focus on exclusionary methods.Main Presentation Contact: adrianshaun@ROOM #: 103PRESENTERS: Christy Matkovich, Rahsaan Perry, Jim Wilke, Audrey SiffThis is how our students and teachers use formative assessments to increase student learning.Main Presenter Contact: matkovichc@Instructional Framework for Success299854225824Data Driven / Student Centered / Student DrivenCEU #: 1883CEU #: 1884ROOM #: 106PRESENTERS: Graham Batson, Andrew BowenHow can you utilize a platform that allows the scatter plot of student achievement to drive instructional decision making and give students a clear picture of their achievement and goals for their middle school mathematics courses?Main Presentation Contact: traci.wines@ROOM #: 105PRESENTER: Erik LowryThis presentation will provide a view of an Instructional Framework that can be used in schools to help increase student performance on SC mandated assessments such as SCREADY and SCPASS.Main Presentation Contact: elowry@fmarion.eduShhhh! They Think They're Playing But They're Really Learning"Don't Make Me Pull This Classroom Over!" - Simple Ways to Manage Your ClassroomCEU #: 1885CEU #: 1886ROOM #: 202PRESENTERS: Michelle Meloon, Meri Heather SctonFrom seating charts to group work, managing a classroom requires attention to details. Participants of this workshop will leave with practical ideas for how to manage their classroom.Main Presentation Contact: mmeloon@greenville.k12.sc.usROOM #: 107PRESENTERS: Nnenna Anoruo, Trynee ThomasStudent engagement is the key to content mastery and academic excellence. Attendees will leave with several new engaging strategies to implement and hands on material to use in their classrooms that ensure 100% engagement.Main Presenter Contact: nnenna.anoruo@MARCH 2, 2019 CONCURRENT SESSIONSSESSION V: 4:30 – 5:15I’m almost at the end of my rope! I need a knot!Small Steps to Small GroupsCEU #: 1887ROOM #: 203PRESENTER: Kathy HopkinsAfter teaching students with emotional disabilities for several years, I learned a lot. I want to share with you how I have successfully used “Emotions” to motivate students, increase test scores, and promote self-control.Main Presentation Contact: khopkins@greenville.k12.sc.usCEU #: 1888ROOM #: 204PRESENTERS: Candace Lett, Nichole CrimingerLearn a set of simple steps to implementing small groups in your ELA or math classroom. You will live the experience of sorting student work and planning instruction. Main Presentation Contact: clett@280739330076The Rebl Way- It's Our Mindset, Whats Yours? The Disciplinary Literacy PlaybookCEU #: 1889CEU #: 1890ROOM #: 206PRESENTERS: Marie Russ, Jason YamanThis session will take a deep dive into how purposeful integration of literacy into content area classrooms help all students read, think, and write like experts and meet the demands of the 21st century learner. Main Presentation Contact: marie.russ@ROOM #: 205PRESENTERS: Deedee Westwood, Christine Post, Beverly Wood, Les ArkinMid-Carolina Middle School believes that fostering social, emotional, academic and physical development is key in helping students realize their full potential. Through various school strategies, students believe that EVERYTHING IS POSSIBLE when you are 100% ACCOUNTABLE and put PASSION FIRST. Through school-wide LIVE TO GIVE Projects, students understand the TIME IS NOW to have an ATTITUDE OF GRATITUDE and see how WE ARE CONNECTED. In cooperation with the 7 Mindsets University, MCMS has developed the Rebel Way to provide students and staff with a blueprint for success in and out of school.Main Presentation Contact: awestwood@newberry.k12.sc.usMARCH 2, 2019 CONCURRENT SESSIONSSESSION V: 4:30 – 5:15In-School Suspension...Is there a purpose?Questioning Strategies That Make Students ThinkCEU #: 1891ROOM #: 207PRESENTER: Karon DaileyTired of seeing the same students in in-school suspension over and over? Learn strategies and procedures to decrease repeat offenders. Why take students from instruction for an entire day? Main Presentation Contact: Kdailey@greenville.k12.sc.usCEU #: 1892ROOM #: 208PRESENTER: Mary AyresIn this session learn how to ask meaningful, higher order questions that engage students who in turn answer and ask meaningful, engaging questions. As educators we want students to ask questions and to think for themselves. You will learn what the research says about asking questions, learn how to ask better questions, and learn six questioning strategies for the individual student and for groups.Main Presentation Contact: mayres@newberry.k12.sc.usLearning Is Lit!CEU #: 1893ROOM #: 209PRESENTERS: Lyman Dawkins III, Brandon WatkinsCulturally Responsive Practices to Teach, Motivate, and Engage Under-Performing, African American Students.Main Presentation Contact: lyman.dawkins@MARCH 2, 2019 TABLE TOP SESSIONSESSION V: 4:30 – 5:15TABLE TOP SESSION – Ballroom E CEU#:1819Table Top presentations will last 20 minutes. Attendees will choose two (2) table top presentations to attend. At the end of 20 minutes, attendees will move to the 2nd presentation of their ic 1: Become a National Geographic Certified Educator!Carley Lovorn– clovorn@Join us to learn about National Geographic's free Educator Certification Program. Complete Phase 1 in this session, diving into resources that will fit into your planned curriculum. Certified educators receive special access to National Geographic education resources, including travel fellowships, and an online community of like-minded ic 2: Developing a Culture for Discourse in the Math ClassroomSandra Ammons– sammons@ed.Participants will get an overview of the various types of discourse in the math classroom and experience strategies for ic 3: Engage to Excel: Resources for Middle Level EducatorsLinda Heimburger- lheimburger@statelibrary.Discover content and tools to engage middle level students. Help them get excited about planning projects and completing assignments. Discus - South Carolina's Virtual Library is a free, one-stop platform of resources that will engage students to ic 4: Engaging ReviewStephen Corsini, Dr. Chris Turpin- spcorsini@ed.Come have fun while you learn some great ways to review content with your students. Several engaging review strategies will be shared, many of which require no technology at all.MARCH 2, 2019 TABLE TOP SESSIONSESSION V: 4:30 – 5:15TABLE TOP SESSION – Ballroom E CEU#:1819Table Top presentations will last 20 minutes. Attendees will choose two (2) table top presentations to attend. At the end of 20 minutes, attendees will move to the 2nd presentation of their ic 5: The 50% policy: Are we giving students unearned credit?Stephen Bismarck, Dr. Walter Lee - sbismarck@uscupstate.eduThe 50% policy mandates that students receive no less than 50% on assignments. Participants will examine the historical, mathematical, and motivational implications of the 50% policy. Evaluation, grading, and validity will also be ic 6: Exploring Controversial Topics in a Culturally Responsive LessonDr. Deborah McMurtrie, Briante Perkins - deborahmc@usca.eduThis session will model a culturally responsive lesson on The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas. We will share strategies for facilitating open and honest discussions on controversial themes presented in the ic 7: Let's Talk About The Hate U GiveDr. Deborah McMurtrie, Kelsey Spurlin- deborahmc@usca.eduBased on the book The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas, this interactive, high energy presentation will test your reactions to stereotypes and reveal your true thoughts and feelings as we wrestle with situational scenarios.2019 SC-AMLE AWARD WINNERSDr. Randy Wall Distinguished Service AwardThe South Carolina Association for Middle Level Education (SC-AMLE) established the Dr. Randy Wall Distinguished Service Award to honor the work of Dr. Wall. Dr. Wall was passionate about middle level education, having served as a middle level teacher and administrator and serving the South Carolina Middle School Association as the first president to serve a two-year term.Dr. Wall was also instrumental in helping South Carolina become a nationally recognized Schools to Watch state. The Dr. Randy Wall Distinguished Service Award recognizes significant contribution(s) of an individual, school, or organization. The winner must exhibit a considerable, long-term impact on the advancement of middle level education in South Carolina. The contribution could be in one or more of the following areas: service, leadership, and/or research.2019 Recipient: Chris BurkettPast Recipients:2012 - Dr. Phyllis Pendarvis2013 - Dr. Baron Holmes2014 - Linda Allen2015 - Dr. Fred Splittgerber2016 - Lillie Lewis2017 - Larry Allen2018 - Karen Bullard2019 SC-AMLE AWARD WINNERSDr. Jennifer Wilson Teaching Excellence Award1454738428The South Carolina Association of Middle Level Education established theDr. Jennifer L. Wilson Teaching Excellence Award to honor the work of Dr. Wilson after her untimely death on August 28, 2011. Dr. Wilson was an associate professor of middle level education and literacy at the University of South Carolina who was well known throughout the state and nation as a passionate teacher and a tireless advocate for young adolescent education.Dr. Wilson was a 2008–2009 Fulbright scholar in Norway, director of the Santee-Wateree Writing Project, and founder of the nonprofit organization “A Chance through Literacy.” She served the SC-AMLE as editor of the SC-AMLE Journal and as a board member, and she was actively involved in the work of the Middle Level Teacher Education Initiative sponsored by the SC-AMLE. The Dr. Jennifer L. Wilson Teaching Excellence Award recognizes significant contributions of a classroom teacher, literacy leader, or teacher educator who has had a significant long-term impact on the advancement of middle level teaching excellence in South Carolina schools or colleges and universities. The contribution may be in service, leadership, and/or research.2019 Recipient: Dr. Gary SennPast Recipients:2012 – Dr. Delayne Johnson2013 – Tara Nanke2014 – Dr. Robert Vanderburg2015 - Kristen Gillaspy2016 – Andy Posey2017 – Dr. David Vawter2018 – Dr. G. Nathan CarnesPAST SC – AMLE PRESIDENTSYears of ServicePresidentYears of ServicePresident1977-78Mr. Larry Bolchoz1994-95Ms. Toni Enloe1978-79Dr. Mike Miller1995-96Mr. Garland Crump1979-80Dr. David Vickery1996-97Mr. Wendell Shealy1980-81Dr. Bobbie McEntire Parrish1997-98Ms. Jaci Bearden1981-82Dr. Bill Bruce1998-99Ms. Rebecca Lawson1982-83Dr. Bill Williams1999-2000Mr. Richard Griffin1983-84Mr. Charles Bright2000-01Mr. Dan Murphy1984-85Dr. Phyllis Pendarvis2001-02Dr. Mark Bunch1985-86Dr. Charles Gatch2002-03Ms. Janice Jackson1986-87Dr. David Ledbetter2003-04Ms. Linda Allen1987-88Ms. Molly Kuntz2004-05Ms. Lillie Lewis1988-89Mr. Earl Rankin2005-07Dr. Randy Wall1989-90Mr. Claude Underwood2007-09Ms. Angie Rye1990-91Mr. Franklin Smalls2009-11Ms. Kelly Kane1991-92Mr. Johnny Calder2011-13Ms. Rita Mantooth1992-93Dr. Robert Heath2013-15Ms. Melissa Mitchum1993-94Ms. Jo Hecker2015-17Dr. David McDonald 1994-95Ms. Debbie WillinghamSCHOOLS TO WATCHNewly DesignatedCamden Middle School, Kershaw County School District Riverside Middle School, Anderson School District 4Re-Designation 1Springfield Middle School, Fort Mill School DistrictRe-Designation 2Dutchman Creek Middle School, York School District 3South Middle, Lancaster County School DistrictRe-Designation 4Lugoff-Elgin Middle School, Kershaw County School DistrictIn addition to the schools above, these schools are also STW: Blythewood Middle SchoolLandrum Middle SchoolCampobello-Gramling SchoolLeague Middle SchoolCastle Heights Middle SchoolMabry Middle SchoolC.E. Williams Middle SchoolMcCracken Middle SchoolChapin Middle SchoolMid-Carolina MiddleCollege Park Middle SchoolPalmetto Middle SchoolCrayton Middle SchoolSpringfield Middle SchoolFulmer Middle SchoolSt. James Middle SchoolSchools to Watch? is an initiative launched by the National Forum to Accelerate Middle-GradesReform in 1999.Through the Schools to Watch? initiative, the National Forum identifies schools across the United States that are well on their way to meeting the Forum’s criteria for high performance. Forum members believe that three things are true of high-performing middle-grades schools:?They are academically excellent — these schools challenge all students to use their minds well.?They are developmentally responsive — these schools are sensitive to the unique developmental challenges of early adolescence.480060-1200150?They are socially equitable — these schools are democratic andfair, providing every student with high-quality teachers, resources, and supports.?To achieve this level of performance, high-performing schools establish norms, structures, and organizational arrangements to support and sustain their trajectory toward excellence. They have a sense of purpose that drives every facet of practice and decision-making.SC-AMLE 2019Conference Renewal Credit CertificationMarch 1-3, 2019Name___________________________________________ Phone___________________________________School__________________________________________ Email____________________________________Address_________________________________________ School District_____________________________City________________ State_________ Zip Code______________________________Complete this grid to plan your schedule for certification of credit renewal credits.March 1, 2019Session NameTopic/TitleRoom #CEU ## MinutesSCPoMLE1899Middle-level Institute1900March 2, 2018Session NameTopic/TitleRoom #CEU ## MinutesKeynote-General Session I1896Concurrent Session ISpotlight Sessions1897Concurrent Session IIConcurrent Session IIIConcurrent Session IVConcurrent Session VReview of Exhibits189560March 3, 2018Session NameTopic / TitleRoom #CEU ## MinutesKeynotes-General Session II1898Total # MinutesTo calculate points, divide the total minutes by 60.Assurance of Accuracy: Please sign and date this form to affirm the accuracy of your participation and the renewal credits accrued.Educator’s Signature___________________________________________________________ Date__________________________CONVENTION CENTER MAP ................
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