PCPS emPOWer 2024: Full Schedule

8:00am EDT

Registration

Thursday August 8, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am EDT

Main Entrance

Thursday August 8, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am EDT
Main Entrance

8:00am EDT

Vendors

Thursday August 8, 2024 8:00am - 3:00pm EDT

Main St. Hall

Thursday August 8, 2024 8:00am - 3:00pm EDT
Main St. Hall

9:00am EDT

Using MajorClarity in the Classroom for Career Exploration & School Transitions (6 - 12)

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am EDT

Room 2035

Are you sick of hearing "when will I use this"? Connect your instruction to career exploration using Major Clarity in the classroom. Learn more about transitions from 5th to 6th grade and 8th to 9th grade.

Speakers

Austen Winkler

School Counselors, Powhatan County Public Schools

Terry Baldwin

School Counselors, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Room 2035

Explore What’s New and Updated

Content Not content specific
Grade Band 6 - 8, 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 1: 40 minutes

9:00am EDT

Be a Partner with Families (Pk - 12)

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am EDT

Room 2007

This session will focus on parent communication in our changing world of education. The focus will be on difficult conversations, resources and support systems we have in the county.

Speakers

Jacqui Mawyer

Title I Family Engagement Coordinator, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Room 2007

Identify Solutions to the Dynamic Challenges of Education Today

Content Not content specific
Grade Band Pk - 12, Pk - 2, 3 - 5, 6 - 8, 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 1: 40 minutes

9:00am EDT

Making the List, Teaching is Twice (6 - 12)

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am EDT

Room 2038

PCPS students aren't naughty, they are nice! In this session, teachers will receive a refresher course on classroom procedures. Participants will examine their own list of classroom procedures and how to teach and reinforce throughout the school year.

Speakers

TBD

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Room 2038

Identify Solutions to the Dynamic Challenges of Education Today

Content Not content specific
Grade Band 6 - 8, 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 1: 40 minutes

9:00am EDT

Oh the Places You'll Go! Pathways to Graduation (3 - 8)

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am EDT

Room 2025

An informational session for elementary and middle school teachers covering graduation requirements such as diploma types, credits, required testing, programs offered at the high school like ACA, CTE pathways, Fine & Performing Arts, and rigorous coursework opportunities. Your students will be our students in the blink of an eye! Help them prepare for a successful high school career!

Speakers

Kelyn Captain

School Counselor, Powhatan County Public Schools

Sarah Baltimore

School Counselor, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Room 2025

Identify Solutions to the Dynamic Challenges of Education Today

Content Not content specific
Grade Band 3 - 5, 6 - 8
Session Slot & Length Session 1: 40 minutes

9:00am EDT

Practical Handwriting Strategies for Classroom Success (Pk - 5)

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am EDT

Room 1030

School-based occupational therapist will share practical and effective tools or strategies designed to easily implement in the classroom. Learn simple quick tips and tricks to help improve written output for students. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore low-tech and high-tech tools designed to support the diverse needs of students in the classroom.

Speakers

Ashley Ringstaff

Divisonwide Occupational Therapist, Powhatan County Public Schools

As we embark on a new school year, I'm excited to begin my 20th year as a school-based occupational therapist. My journey started in Henrico County Public Schools, where I spent my first two years before finding my home in Powhatan for the last 18 years. Throughout this time, I've... Read More →

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Room 1030

Identify Solutions to the Dynamic Challenges of Education Today

Content Not content specific
Grade Band Pk - 2, 3 - 5
Session Slot & Length Session 1: 40 minutes

9:00am EDT

Re-engergize, Re-focus, and Self-Regulate with Brain Breaks (Pk - 5)

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am EDT

Room 2044

Are your students stressed, anxious, frustrated or just plain tired? Do you want to help your students re-energize, re-focus and self-regulated with quick and easy educational brain breaks? If you answered yes to any of the above, this session is for you!

Speakers

Peggy Jenkins

School Counselors, Powhatan County Public Schools

Taileah Rich

School Counselors, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Room 2044

Identify Solutions to the Dynamic Challenges of Education Today

Content Not content specific
Grade Band Pk - 2, 3 - 5
Session Slot & Length Session 1: 40 minutes

9:00am EDT

You've Got the POWER! (6 - 12)

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am EDT

Room 2030

Feeling powerless in your classroom? Would you like to take back your power? This session will help with that as you learn the powerful connection between building relationships and an effective behavior mangament plan for your classroom.

Speakers

TBD

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Room 2030

Identify Solutions to the Dynamic Challenges of Education Today

Content Not content specific
Grade Band 6 - 8, 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 1: 40 minutes

9:00am EDT

Exploring Cross-Curricular Connections: Integrating Short Documentary Films in Social Studies & Science (9 - 12) (Social Studies, Science)

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am EDT

Room 2028

This session will explore the use of resources from Retro Report and provide differentiated lessons for incoporating short documentary films & civic action projects aimed at bettering communities. Emphasis will be placed on providing lesson plans that can be used across social studies and science courses adaptable for all levels.

Speakers

Amanda Henderson

Regular Education Teacher, Powhatan County Public Schools

Jessie DeHart

Regular Education Teacher, Powhatan County Public Schools

I teach Biology and AP Environmental Science at Powhatan High School. :)Go Indians!

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Room 2028

Provide High-Quality Authentic and Inspiring Learning Experiences Connected to the PCPS Instructional Playbook

Content Science, Social Studies
Grade Band 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 1: 40 minutes

9:00am EDT

Plug the Flood with Simple Web Evaluation (3 - 12)

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am EDT

Room 2034

Attendees will stockpile their academic artillery tool shed by experiencing first-hand simple & engaging Web Evaluation activities for students of all ages & abilities.

Speakers

Paul Smartschan

Librarian, Powhatan County Public Schools

Loren Jacobs

Librarian, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Room 2034

Provide High-Quality Authentic and Inspiring Learning Experiences Connected to the PCPS Instructional Playbook

Content Not content specific
Grade Band 3 - 5, 6 - 8, 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 1: 40 minutes

9:00am EDT

Reading to Learn in the History Classroom (3 - 5) (Social Studies)

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am EDT

Room 2016

Are you a 3rd - 5th grade teacher wondering how you can fit it all in? Do you like history and feel your social studies block could use some PIZZAZZ through literacy? Boy oh boy, do we have a session for you! This session will engage participants with strategies to help integrate reading and writing with social studies content.

Speakers

Toni Kilpatrick

History Specialist, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Room 2016

Provide High-Quality Authentic and Inspiring Learning Experiences Connected to the PCPS Instructional Playbook

Content Social Studies
Grade Band 3 - 5
Session Slot & Length Session 1: 40 minutes

9:00am EDT

Transition for Pk - 12+ in the IEP (Pk - 12) (Special Education)

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am EDT

Room 2033

Hear from our PCPS transition experts about how to provide special education transition services for students with disabilities at all grade levels. Learn about agency connections and how what you are already doing connects to the transition process.

Speakers

Dr. Kimberly S. Handsome

Special Education Lead, Powhatan County Public Schools

Mary Lisker

Transition Coordinator, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Room 2033

Provide High-Quality Authentic and Inspiring Learning Experiences Connected to the PCPS Instructional Playbook

Content Special Education
Grade Band Pk - 12, Pk - 2, 3 - 5, 6 - 8, 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 1: 40 minutes

9:00am EDT

Work-based Learning Experiences - Authentic Classroom Instruction (Pk - 12)

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am EDT

Room 2000

Panel Discussion: Panel members are CTE teachers who provide authentic work-based learning (WBL) experiences for their students (health occupations/nursing; electricity; building trades; early childhood education; firefighting; vet science). Come learn all about WBL experiences at PCPS!

Speakers

Kathryn Garrett

Career & Technical Education, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Room 2000

Provide High-Quality Authentic and Inspiring Learning Experiences Connected to the PCPS Instructional Playbook

Content Not content specific
Grade Band Pk - 12, Pk - 2, 3 - 5, 6 - 8, 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 1: 40 minutes

9:00am EDT

All History is Local (6 - 12) (Social Studies)

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 10:10am EDT

Room 1006

Explore using local history as a lens on the world via digital scholarship and data literacy.

Speakers

Annie Evans

Director of Education and Outreach, New American History

I am interested in connecting with educators engaged in inquiry-based K16 teaching and learning, as we are imagining a New American History. New American History is for everyone, from those who know little about the nation’s history to those already immersed in its endless complexities... Read More →

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 10:10am EDT
Room 1006

Explore What’s New and Updated

Content Social Studies
Grade Band 6 - 8, 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 1: 60 minutes

9:00am EDT

Dig into the Data Cycle (6 - 8) (math, science)

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 10:10am EDT

Room 2053

Explore the data cycle through cross-curricular hands-on activities including slow reveal graphs and data collection methods.

Speakers

Donia Spott

Instructional Coach, STEM, Powhatan County Public Schools

Teaching middle school science has been my passion for 30 years. A 1993 graduate of VCU, I went back a few years ago and received my Ph.D in Curriculum, Culture, and Change in 2021. In addition to my work as a STEM Coach at Powhatan Middle School, I teach a course at Randolph Macon... Read More →

Wendy Allanson

Mathematics Coach, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 10:10am EDT
Room 2053

Explore What’s New and Updated

Content Math, Science
Grade Band 6 - 8
Session Slot & Length Session 1: 60 minutes

9:00am EDT

Dig into the Data Cycle (9 - 12) (math)

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 10:10am EDT

Room 2050

Explore the data cycle through cross-curricular hands-on activities including slow reveal graphs and data collection methods.

Speakers

Timothy Barnes

Regular Education Teacher, Powhatan County Public Schools

Mathematics and Statistics teacherI believe in building curricula with examples based in "their world," allowing the students to have a deeper understanding of the numbers and concepts to which they are exposed.

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 10:10am EDT
Room 2050

Explore What’s New and Updated

Content Math
Grade Band 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 1: 60 minutes

9:00am EDT

Dig into the Data Cycle (PK - 2) (math, science)

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 10:10am EDT

Room 1010

Explore the data cycle through hands-on activities including slow reveal graphs and data collection methods.

Speakers

Barbara Adcock

Elementary STEM Coach, Powhatan County Public Schools

Jennifer DeGroat

Math Coach, Powhatan County Public Schools

Ashley Carneal

Math Coach, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 10:10am EDT
Room 1010

Explore What’s New and Updated

Content Math, Science
Grade Band Pk - 2
Session Slot & Length Session 1: 60 minutes

9:00am EDT

Mastering the Blueprint: Navigating the 2024 English Standards of Learning (6 - 8) (English)

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 10:10am EDT

Room 2012

Gain practical insights and strategies to navigate and implement these standards effectively, empowering your students to succeed with confidence.

Speakers

Tracey Ingle

ELA Specialist, Powhatan County Public Schools

Shyrelle Scott

Literacy Coach, Powhatan Middle School, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 10:10am EDT
Room 2012

Explore What’s New and Updated

Content English Language Arts
Grade Band 6 - 8
Session Slot & Length Session 1: 60 minutes

9:00am EDT

Talk Data to Me (Pk - 5) (Math)

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 10:10am EDT

Room 1033

Data talks are here! Join me to find out what a data talk is and how you can incorporate this powerful tool into your instruction. We will review the new data cycle and data related standards. You will also create your own data talk and leave with resources ready to use in your classroom.

Speakers

Cara Alexander

Math Coach, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 10:10am EDT
Room 1033

Explore What’s New and Updated

Content Math
Grade Band Pk - 2, 3 - 5
Session Slot & Length Session 1: 60 minutes

9:00am EDT

Comprehensive Input is for Everyone! (Pk - 12) (World Language, ELL)

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 10:10am EDT

Room 2015

Comprehensible input is an instructional technique to help students understand most of a language. Gain skills to equip you with information and resources that emPOWer you to teach for understanding as connection is at the heart of the student experience. This session is beneficial for teachers of EL students and teachers who teach world languages

Speakers

Diana Erazo

World Languages Teacher - Spanish, Powhatan County Public Schools

I began my teaching career in 2004 in Ecuador where I worked with primary and secondary schools. I have been teaching for 18 years at the secondary level in the US. I have taught Spanish as a foreign language for levels 1-5 and AP Spanish Language and Culture. I have also taught Spanish... Read More →

Robin Finney

Regular Education Teacher, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 10:10am EDT
Room 2015

Identify Solutions to the Dynamic Challenges of Education Today

Content World Language, ELL
Grade Band Pk - 12, Pk - 2, 3 - 5, 6 - 8, 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 1: 60 minutes

9:00am EDT

Fostering a Sense of Belonging in the Classroom (Pk - 5)

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 10:10am EDT

Room 2049

This workshop provides participants with the opportunity to explore specific features that help to create inclusive school climates. Participants will explore their own experiences with the education system and then use those experiences to identify practices for fostering a sense of belonging in their classrooms and school wide. Additionally, participants could use this information to consider ways to assess climate for students, educators, and families.

Speakers

Amanda Hurwitt

Educational Programs Coordinator, Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities (VCIC)

VCIC

President & CEO, Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 10:10am EDT
Room 2049

Identify Solutions to the Dynamic Challenges of Education Today

Content Not content specific
Grade Band Pk - 2, 3 - 5
Session Slot & Length Session 1: 60 minutes

9:00am EDT

Unconventional Options for Managing Dynamic Challenges in the Elementary Classroom (Pk - 5)

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 10:10am EDT

Room 2043

Managing today’s elementary classrooms brings along some very dynamic student behavior challenges. We will share some unconventional strategies that have worked in our classrooms that just might work for you. They might be new to you, or just a refresher that brings them back to mind. There will be time to share and discuss strategies that you find helpful in your classroom.

Speakers

Traci Paden

Special Education Teacher, Powhatan County Public Schools

I am an elementary special education teacher with 28 years of collaborative and self-contained classroom experience.

Stephanie Adam, MAT

General Education Teacher, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 10:10am EDT
Room 2043

Identify Solutions to the Dynamic Challenges of Education Today

Content Not content specific
Grade Band Pk - 2, 3 - 5
Session Slot & Length Session 1: 60 minutes

9:00am EDT

Create with Canva! (6 - 12)

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 10:10am EDT

Room 1014

Explore how to create in Canva as a teacher and for your students. Canva is a design program that can be used to create slides and videos. Explore how Canva can be used with secondary students. Walk out with a product ready to use with students!

Speakers

Kristen Bentzen

Instructional Technology Coach, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 10:10am EDT
Room 1014

Provide High-Quality Authentic and Inspiring Learning Experiences Connected to the PCPS Instructional Playbook

Content Not content specific
Grade Band 6 - 8, 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 1: 60 minutes

9:00am EDT

Create with Canva! (Pk - 5)

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 10:10am EDT

Room 1016

Explore how to create in Canva as a teacher and for your students. Canva is a design program that can be used to create slides and videos. Explore how Canva can be used with upper elementary students. Walk out with a product ready to use with students!

Speakers

Jordan Nutt

Instructional Technology Coach, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 10:10am EDT
Room 1016

Provide High-Quality Authentic and Inspiring Learning Experiences Connected to the PCPS Instructional Playbook

Content Not content specific
Grade Band Pk - 2, 3 - 5
Session Slot & Length Session 1: 60 minutes

9:00am EDT

Fostering Joyful Learning Experiences (Pk - 2)

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 10:10am EDT

Room 1032

Bring joyful learning to life through the power of Seesaw’s Learning Experience Platform! Teachers will explore Seesaw’s unique and creative multimodal tools that empower students throughout the learning process.

Speakers

Hannah Abbruzzese

Professional Training Specialist, Seesaw

Hannah is Professional Development and Training Specialist at Seesaw. Prior to working at Seesaw, Hannah was an avid Seesaw user herself when she taught in Chicago for 7 years. Hannah was previously a 1st and 3rd grade teacher as well as an instructional coach. Hannah is passionate... Read More →

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 10:10am EDT
Room 1032

Provide High-Quality Authentic and Inspiring Learning Experiences Connected to the PCPS Instructional Playbook

Content Not content specific
Grade Band Pk - 2
Session Slot & Length Session 2: 60 minutes

9:00am EDT

PE Huddle - Becoming the Teacher your Students Remember (Pk - 12) (Health & PE)

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 10:10am EDT

Room 2004

This session is geared for Physical Education teachers. Come ready to hear from Dr. Bob Pangrazi about being the best teachers we can be through relationship building, quality instruction, and curriculum planning. Gopher will be highlighting available resources to increase your instructional effectiveness.

Speakers

Erin Woodson

Health and Physical Education Teacher, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am - 10:10am EDT
Room 2004

Provide High-Quality Authentic and Inspiring Learning Experiences Connected to the PCPS Instructional Playbook

Content Health & PE
Grade Band Pk - 12, Pk - 2, 3 - 5, 6 - 8, 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 1: 60 minutes

10:20am EDT

What Next? Using MajorClarity in the Classroom (9 - 12)

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:00am EDT

Room 2038

What Next? Help students plan for their future after high school. Connect your content to your students' future plans. We will show you how to use MajorClarity in the classroom by utilizing ready made lesson plans and exploring resources like short interviews, career related activities and micro credentials.

Speakers

Chrissie Holley

School Counseling Coordinator, Powhatan County Public Schools

Doug Reimondo

School Counselors, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:00am EDT
Room 2038

Explore What’s New and Updated

Content Not content specific
Grade Band 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 2: 40 minutes

10:20am EDT

Be Present, Be Powerful! (Pk - 5)

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:00am EDT

Room 2050

Showing up for school everyday makes a difference. Students can’t benefit from high quality instruction and engaging, rigorous curriculum unless they are in their classroom. In this session, we will discuss the barriers elementary students have from preventing them from attending school daily and strategies you can use in your classroom to encourage them to be there!

Speakers

Katie Matheny

Assistant Director, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:00am EDT
Room 2050

Identify Solutions to the Dynamic Challenges of Education Today

Content Not content specific
Grade Band Pk - 2, 3 - 5
Session Slot & Length Session 2: 40 minutes

10:20am EDT

Grieving Students, Be the Support They Need (6 - 12) (Student Wellness)

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:00am EDT

Room 2033

Grief is a normal response to loss. It is a deeply personal experience for each person going through the process. This presentation takes you through an overview of a 6-week grief group to give you ideas and ways to support students who are experiencing grief.

Speakers

Caryn Rehme

School Counselor, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:00am EDT
Room 2033

Identify Solutions to the Dynamic Challenges of Education Today

Content Student Wellness
Grade Band 6 - 8, 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 2: 40 minutes

10:20am EDT

Homelessness and Education 101 (Pk - 12) (Student Wellness)

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:00am EDT

Room 2030

What is your day like? Do you know what your students' days are like when they are not in school?
Please join a discussion to learn more about the definition of homelessness under Mckinney-Vento, identification, immediate enrollment, and how we can help students. You will learn what to do if you feel like a student is homeless.

Speakers

Kelley Sarkees

Comprenhensive Interventionist Specialist, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:00am EDT
Room 2030

Identify Solutions to the Dynamic Challenges of Education Today

Content Student Wellness
Grade Band Pk - 12, Pk - 2, 3 - 5, 6 - 8, 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 2: 40 minutes

10:20am EDT

Making the List, Teaching is Twice (6 - 12)

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:00am EDT

Room 2042

Speakers

TBD

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:00am EDT
Room 2042

Identify Solutions to the Dynamic Challenges of Education Today

Content Not content specific
Grade Band 6 - 8, 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 2: 40 minutes

10:20am EDT

The Regulation Rainbow (Pk - 5) (Student Wellness)

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:00am EDT

Room 2035

Students who don't adequately develop communication skills and socially acceptable behavior feel frustrated when they can't express themselves appropriately. The Regulation Rainbow includes a series of self-regulation techniques designed to help students learn to identify their feelings, communicate those feelings, and control their behavior response.

Speakers

Zannatul Ferdous

School Counselors, Powhatan County Public Schools

Amy Kastelberg

School Counselors, Powhatan County Public Schools

Jennifer Lavimodiere

School Counselors, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:00am EDT
Room 2035

Identify Solutions to the Dynamic Challenges of Education Today

Content Student Wellness
Grade Band Pk - 2, 3 - 5
Session Slot & Length Session 2: 40 minutes

10:20am EDT

You've Got the POWER! (6 - 12)

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:00am EDT

Room 2043

Speakers

TBD

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:00am EDT
Room 2043

Identify Solutions to the Dynamic Challenges of Education Today

Content Not content specific
Grade Band 6 - 8, 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 2: 40 minutes

10:20am EDT

Fill your EL Toolkit (6 - 12) (ELL)

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:00am EDT

Room 1003

This session will focus on equipping educators with the knowledge and tools necessary to support English Learners effectively. Moreover, the session will delve into a variety of appropriate accommodations and instructional strategies tailored to ELs' diverse needs.

Speakers

Alex Schwendeman

Regular Education Teacher, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:00am EDT
Room 1003

Provide High-Quality Authentic and Inspiring Learning Experiences Connected to the PCPS Instructional Playbook

Content ELL
Grade Band 6 - 8, 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 2: 40 minutes

10:20am EDT

Fill your EL Toolkit (K - 2) (ELL)

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:00am EDT

Room 1025

Speakers

Cynthia Jamerson

EL Lead Teacher, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:00am EDT
Room 1025

Provide High-Quality Authentic and Inspiring Learning Experiences Connected to the PCPS Instructional Playbook

Content ELL
Grade Band Pk - 2
Session Slot & Length Session 2: 40 minutes

10:20am EDT

An Atlas of Virginia: K8 GeoLiteracy (3 - 5) (Social Studies)

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am EDT

Room 1006

Inspire students to dive into inquiry with an Explorer Mindset—emphasis on GeoLiteracy, Data literacy and cross curricular learning.

Speakers

Annie Evans

Director of Education and Outreach, New American History

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am EDT
Room 1006

Explore What’s New and Updated

Content Social Studies
Grade Band 3 - 5
Session Slot & Length Session 2: 60 minutes

10:20am EDT

Data and Responsive Teaching with BrainPOP (Pk - 8)

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am EDT

Room 1028

Unlock the potential of data-driven, responsive instruction with BrainPOP! Gain the knowledge and skills to effectively use BrainPOP’s assessment data to drive instruction – whether that be reteaching or enriching instruction to meet the needs of the learners in your classroom.

Speakers

Marley Zeno

Sr. Professional Learning Strategist, BrainPOP

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am EDT
Room 1028

Explore What’s New and Updated

Content Not content specific
Grade Band Pk - 2, 3 - 5, 6 - 8
Session Slot & Length Session 2: 60 minutes

10:20am EDT

Dig into the Data Cycle (3 - 5) (math, science)

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am EDT

Room 1010

Explore the data cycle through hands-on activities including slow reveal graphs and data collection methods.

Speakers

Barbara Adcock

Elementary STEM Coach, Powhatan County Public Schools

Jennifer DeGroat

Math Coach, Powhatan County Public Schools

Ashley Carneal

Math Coach, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am EDT
Room 1010

Explore What’s New and Updated

Content Math, Science
Grade Band 3 - 5
Session Slot & Length Session 2: 60 minutes

10:20am EDT

Work Smarter not Harder with AI Tools (Pk - 12)

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am EDT

Room 1016

AI tools can help you work smarter and not harder by getting you 80% of the way there. Learn the basics of how AI functions and how to use prompt engineering with Chat GPT and more! Walk away with new skills you can immediately use to help with planning, productivity, and other teacher responsibilities.

Speakers

Jordan Nutt

Instructional Technology Coach, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am EDT
Room 1016

Explore What’s New and Updated

Content Not content specific
Grade Band Pk - 12, Pk - 2, 3 - 5, 6 - 8, 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 2: 60 minutes

10:20am EDT

Classroom Management Like A CHAMP! (Pk - 8)

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am EDT

Room 2044

CHAMPS is an acronym that reflects the types of expectations used by staff to clarify the activity and transitions occurring in class and around the building. The acronym stands for Conversation, Help, Activity, Movement, and Participation. CHAMPS develops a proactive and positive classroom environment so that learning time can be maximized!

Speakers

Kevin Socha

Assistant Principal, Powhatan County Public Schools

Courtney Jarman

Principal, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am EDT
Room 2044

Identify Solutions to the Dynamic Challenges of Education Today

Content Not content specific
Grade Band Pk - 2, 3 - 5, 6 - 8
Session Slot & Length Session 2: 60 minutes

10:20am EDT

Fostering a Sense of Belonging in the Classroom (Pk - 5)

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am EDT

Room 2049

Speakers

Amanda Hurwitt

Educational Programs Coordinator, Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities (VCIC)

VCIC

President & CEO, Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am EDT
Room 2049

Identify Solutions to the Dynamic Challenges of Education Today

Content Not content specific
Grade Band Pk - 2, 3 - 5
Session Slot & Length Session 2: 60 minutes

10:20am EDT

Create with Canva! (6 - 12)

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am EDT

Room 1014

Speakers

Kristen Bentzen

Instructional Technology Coach, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am EDT
Room 1014

Provide High-Quality Authentic and Inspiring Learning Experiences Connected to the PCPS Instructional Playbook

Content Not content specific
Grade Band 6 - 8, 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 2: 60 minutes

10:20am EDT

Data-Informed Differentiation (3 - 12)

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am EDT

Room 2034

This session will focus on alignment between curriculum, instruction, and assessment. Participants will unpack the standards and analyze test questions, analyze a dataset, understand quant v. qual for data-informed decisions, brainstorm ideas for differentiation based on the data and scenarios, and conclude with discussion for further reflection and ideas to differentiate.

Speakers

Courtney Talbott

Assistant Principal, Powhatan County Public Schools

Christopher Sumner

Principal, Powhatan County Public Schools

Aaron Boughner

Assistant Principal, Powhatan County Public Schools

Alecia Clements

Assistant Principal, Powhatan County Public Schools

Kami Louth

Assistant Principal, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am EDT
Room 2034

Provide High-Quality Authentic and Inspiring Learning Experiences Connected to the PCPS Instructional Playbook

Content Not content specific
Grade Band 3 - 5, 6 - 8, 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 2: 60 minutes

10:20am EDT

Delivering High Impact Instruction with Seesaw (Pk - 2)

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am EDT

Room 1032

Learn how to deliver high-quality, standards-aligned, and interactive instruction with Seesaw that empowers students to show their thinking and learning.

Speakers

Hannah Abbruzzese

Professional Training Specialist, Seesaw

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am EDT
Room 1032

Provide High-Quality Authentic and Inspiring Learning Experiences Connected to the PCPS Instructional Playbook

Content Not content specific
Grade Band Pk - 2
Session Slot & Length Session 2: 60 minutes

10:20am EDT

Designing Wonder and Making Content Sticky (6 - 12)

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am EDT

Room 2023

Explore strategies and creative assessments that integrate your students' communities and cultures into the classroom through the arts and technology. Participate in experiential learning that aligns with how we learn, sparks curiosity in the world around us, and helps us contextualize curricular content in what we see, listen to, and do in our communities.

Speakers

Rob McAdams

Director, Partners in the Arts/University of Richmond

Caitlin McBride

Program Coordinator, Partners in the Arts of the University of Richmond

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am EDT
Room 2023

Provide High-Quality Authentic and Inspiring Learning Experiences Connected to the PCPS Instructional Playbook

Content Not content specific
Grade Band 6 - 8, 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 2: 60 minutes

10:20am EDT

Here We Go Loopty Loo- Training on Quality of Feedback (Pk - 2)

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am EDT

Room 2046

This is a training for teachers in the preschool classroom who will be assessed using the new CLASS scoring system. (CLassroom Assessment Scoring System)

Speakers

Barbara Wood

Regular Education Teacher, Powhatan County Public Schools

My name is Barbara Wood and currently I am a first grade teacher at Flat Rock Elementary School and a native of VIrginia. Approximately six years ago, I was fortunate to work in Louisiana in the early childhood fields serving the public and private child care programs for 10 years... Read More →

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am EDT
Room 2046

Provide High-Quality Authentic and Inspiring Learning Experiences Connected to the PCPS Instructional Playbook

Content Not content specific
Grade Band Pk - 2
Session Slot & Length Session 2: 60 minutes

10:20am EDT

How to Write a Winning Classroom Innovation Grant (Pk - 12)

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am EDT

Room 1034

Join this session to learn about the Classroom Innovation Grants and how to improve your chances of getting funded.

Speakers

Libbey Kitten

K-12 Science/STEM Specialist, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am EDT
Room 1034

Provide High-Quality Authentic and Inspiring Learning Experiences Connected to the PCPS Instructional Playbook

Content Not content specific
Grade Band 3 - 5, 6 - 8, 9 - 12, Pk - 12, Pk - 2
Session Slot & Length Session 2: 60 minutes

10:20am EDT

IEP Writing: Start to Finish Elementary (Pk - 5) (special education)

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am EDT

Room 2026

Our PD session will focus on creating strengths-based IEPs which are fully compliant with state and federal regulations. Specific focus will also be on ensuring all academic and behavioral student needs are mentioned in the present level of performance, directly related to the student's disability, and appropriately addressed through the IEP. This is Part 1 and Part 2 is offered during the next session time.

Speakers

Loretta Mabry

Special Education Lead, Powhatan County Public Schools

Stefanie Riviere

Special Education Lead, Powhatan County Public Schools

Rebecca Carmichael

Special Education Lead, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am EDT
Room 2026

Provide High-Quality Authentic and Inspiring Learning Experiences Connected to the PCPS Instructional Playbook

Content Special Education
Grade Band Pk - 2, 3 - 5
Session Slot & Length Session 2: 60 minutes

11:30am EDT

Be Present, Be Powerful! (6 - 12)

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:10pm EDT

Room 2050

Showing up for school everyday makes a difference. Students can’t benefit from high quality instruction and engaging, rigorous curriculum unless they are in their classroom. In this session, we will discuss the barriers secondary students have from preventing them from attending school daily and strategies you can use in your classroom to encourage them to be there!

Speakers

Katie Matheny

Assistant Director, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:10pm EDT
Room 2050

Identify Solutions to the Dynamic Challenges of Education Today

Content Not content specific
Grade Band 6 - 8, 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 3: 40 minutes

11:30am EDT

Behavior Management & Classroom Procedures PCPS Teacher Panel (Pk - 5)

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:10pm EDT

Room 2044

Attend a dynamic, facilitated panel discussion of PCPS teachers on the topic of behavior management and classroom procedures. There will be time for questions from attendees.

Speakers

TBD

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:10pm EDT
Room 2044

Identify Solutions to the Dynamic Challenges of Education Today

Content Not content specific
Grade Band Pk - 2, 3 - 5
Session Slot & Length Session 3: 40 minutes

11:30am EDT

Little People, Big Feelings (Pk - 5)

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:10pm EDT

Room 2028

Emotional regulation is the ability to exert control over one's own emotional state. Many children struggle with being able to appropriately match their responses to the way that they are feeling. This session will focus on teaching children how to identify emotional triggers, name their strong feelings, and use strategies to manage. The session will also touch on co-regulation.

Speakers

Elizabeth Davis-Crane

School Counselors, Powhatan County Public Schools

Elizabeth Crane holds a BS in Child Development and MA in School Counseling from Appalachian State University as well as an Ed.S in School Administration from The George Washington University. She has served for 27 years as a teacher and counselor across all grades pre-K through 8... Read More →

Annmarie Horne

School Counselors, Powhatan County Public Schools

Annmarie Horne holds a B.A. in Psychology from the University of Virginia and a M.Ed. in School Counseling from Virginia Commonwealth University. She has served for 19 years as a school counselor across all grades pre-K through 6. She is currently employed as a School Counselor at... Read More →

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:10pm EDT
Room 2028

Identify Solutions to the Dynamic Challenges of Education Today

Content Not content specific
Grade Band Pk - 2, 3 - 5
Session Slot & Length Session 3: 40 minutes

11:30am EDT

Making the List, Teaching is Twice (3 - 5)

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:10pm EDT

Room 2034

Speakers

TBD

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:10pm EDT
Room 2034

Identify Solutions to the Dynamic Challenges of Education Today

Content Not content specific
Grade Band 3 - 5
Session Slot & Length Session 3: 40 minutes

11:30am EDT

Making the List, Teaching is Twice (Pk - 2)

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:10pm EDT

Room 2033

Speakers

TBD

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:10pm EDT
Room 2033

Identify Solutions to the Dynamic Challenges of Education Today

Content Not content specific
Grade Band Pk - 2
Session Slot & Length Session 3: 40 minutes

11:30am EDT

The Power of the Post: Harnessing Social Media to Showcase Your Classroom’s Brilliance

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:10pm EDT

Room 1006

PCPS has a boundless volume of stories to tell. What do you want in your chapter? Since the school division joined Facebook and Instagram in fall 2023, it has given PCPS staff, families, and the community a window into the amazing work our teachers and staff are doing with students. A huge part of the growing success of those social media accounts is attributable to teachers and staff proactively sharing their classroom’s story. In this workshop, we will talk about how you can use social media to market your classroom’s key moments and achievements to help write the PCPS story.

Speakers

Laura McFarland

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:10pm EDT
Room 1006

Identify Solutions to the Dynamic Challenges of Education Today

Grade Band Pk - 12, 3 - 5, 6 - 8, 9 - 12, Pk - 2
Session Slot & Length Session 3: 40 minutes

11:30am EDT

Fill your EL Toolkit (6 - 12) (ELL)

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:10pm EDT

Room 1003

Speakers

Alex Schwendeman

Regular Education Teacher, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:10pm EDT
Room 1003

Provide High-Quality Authentic and Inspiring Learning Experiences Connected to the PCPS Instructional Playbook

Content ELL
Grade Band 6 - 8, 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 3: 40 minutes

11:30am EDT

Unlocking the Research Toolbox: Empowering Secondary Students with Essential Skills (6 - 12) (English)

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:10pm EDT

Room 2012

Learn effective strategies for teaching research skills. Explore innovative approaches and practical tips to equip your students with the tools they need to excel in the research process, fostering critical thinking and academic success.

Speakers

Tracey Ingle

ELA Specialist, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:10pm EDT
Room 2012

Provide High-Quality Authentic and Inspiring Learning Experiences Connected to the PCPS Instructional Playbook

Content English Language Arts
Grade Band 6 - 8, 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 3: 40 minutes

11:30am EDT

Up-the-Ante: Hands-on Reading Comprehension Activities for all ages! (Pk - 12)

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:10pm EDT

Room 2007

This session will involve "upping-the-ante" by promoting students' active engagement in a diverse set of reading analysis endeavors. Attendees will learn and experience simple reading and word/sentence/story analysis strategies that can be implemented as one-time or periodic student lessons to strengthen their analytical reading skills through hands-on learning.

Speakers

Kathryn Duncan

Special Education Teacher, Powhatan County Public Schools

Paul Smartschan

Librarian, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:10pm EDT
Room 2007

Provide High-Quality Authentic and Inspiring Learning Experiences Connected to the PCPS Instructional Playbook

Content Not content specific
Grade Band 3 - 5, 6 - 8, 9 - 12, Pk - 12, Pk - 2
Session Slot & Length Session 3: 40 minutes

11:30am EDT

Dig into the Data Cycle (PK - 2) (math, science)

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT

Room 1010

Explore the data cycle through hands-on activities including slow reveal graphs and data collection methods.

Speakers

Barbara Adcock

Elementary STEM Coach, Powhatan County Public Schools

Jennifer DeGroat

Math Coach, Powhatan County Public Schools

Ashley Carneal

Math Coach, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Room 1010

Explore What’s New and Updated

Content Math, Science
Grade Band Pk - 2
Session Slot & Length Session 3: 60 minutes

11:30am EDT

Improving Comprehension: Vocabulary with BrainPop (Pk - 8)

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT

Room 1028

Learn actionable strategies for using BrainPOP and/or BrainPOP Jr. to build and practice academic vocabulary to improve comprehension.

Speakers

Marley Zeno

Sr. Professional Learning Strategist, BrainPOP

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Room 1028

Explore What’s New and Updated

Content Not content specific
Grade Band Pk - 2, 3 - 5, 6 - 8
Session Slot & Length Session 3: 60 minutes

11:30am EDT

Talk Data to Me (Pk - 5) (Math)

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT

Room 1033

Speakers

Cara Alexander

Math Coach, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Room 1033

Explore What’s New and Updated

Content Math
Grade Band Pk - 2, 3 - 5
Session Slot & Length Session 3: 60 minutes

11:30am EDT

Fostering a Sense of Belonging in the Classroom (6 - 12)

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT

Room 2049

Speakers

Amanda Hurwitt

Educational Programs Coordinator, Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities (VCIC)

VCIC

President & CEO, Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Room 2049

Identify Solutions to the Dynamic Challenges of Education Today

Content Not content specific
Grade Band 6 - 8, 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 3: 60 minutes

11:30am EDT

Hacking School Culture (Pk - 12)

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT

Room 2004

Are you looking for strategies and resources to strengthen your work with school culture and climate? Are you ready to "up" your Family Engagement strategies?Are you an administrator struggling with staff turnover year after year and you are finding it harder and harder to recruit quality educators? If you've answered yes to any of these questions, this session is for you.

Speakers

Ginny Gills

Retired Principal, Retired from Cumberland County Public Schools

Virginia Silveira Gills “Ginny” is a retired principal. A proud Longwood University Alumna, Ginny represents Region 8 on the WELV Board. Additionally, she serves on the Virginia Association of Elementary School Principals Board of Directors, the Southside Virginia Community College... Read More →

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Room 2004

Identify Solutions to the Dynamic Challenges of Education Today

Content Not content specific
Grade Band Pk - 12, Pk - 2, 3 - 5, 6 - 8, 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 3: 60 minutes

11:30am EDT

Adding A Spark To Student Engagement with Total Participation Techniques (Pk - 5)

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT

Room 2015

Do you want to learn more about how to make your lessons more engaging and how to “spark” all students? If so, this is the place for you! We will help you understand how to use Total Participation Techniques (TPTs) in order to create an environment of active learners. Be ready to learn techniques that will get EVERY student in your classroom involved in the instruction while having a blast.

Speakers

Ebony Fleming

Special Education Teacher, Powhatan County Public Schools

Lauren Ayers

General Education Teacher, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Room 2015

Provide High-Quality Authentic and Inspiring Learning Experiences Connected to the PCPS Instructional Playbook

Content Not content specific
Grade Band Pk - 2, 3 - 5
Session Slot & Length Session 3: 60 minutes

11:30am EDT

Authentic Assessment and Insights with Seesaw (Pk - 2)

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT

Room 1032

Formative assessment is critical in the classroom when making data-informed instructional decisions. Learn how to create auto-graded formative assessments in Seesaw to gain meaningful insights into student understanding.

Speakers

Hannah Abbruzzese

Professional Training Specialist, Seesaw

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Room 1032

Provide High-Quality Authentic and Inspiring Learning Experiences Connected to the PCPS Instructional Playbook

Content Not content specific
Grade Band Pk - 2
Session Slot & Length Session 3: 60 minutes

11:30am EDT

Designing Wonder and Making Content Sticky (6 - 12)

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT

Room 2023

Speakers

Rob McAdams

Director, Partners in the Arts/University of Richmond

Caitlin McBride

Program Coordinator, Partners in the Arts of the University of Richmond

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Room 2023

Provide High-Quality Authentic and Inspiring Learning Experiences Connected to the PCPS Instructional Playbook

Content Not content specific
Grade Band 6 - 8, 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 3: 60 minutes

11:30am EDT

Diverse Paths to Success: Unlocking Potential for Student Achievement (Pk - 12) (Gifted)

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT

Room 2000

The definition of success is evolving. Our workshop aims to empower attendees with the tools and insights needed to understand and leverage the unique strengths, challenges, and aspirations of each student as well as the role of collaborative partnerships among educators, families, communities, and support networks in fostering student success across diverse pathways.

Speakers

Penetha Robertson

Regular Education Teacher, Powhatan County Public Schools

Mrs. Penny Robertson, M.Ed., NBCTNational English Honor Society AdvisorAP English Language and CompositionACA English 9 HonorsGifted Resource TeacherPowhatan High School 804-598-5710, Extension 200

Patty Haskins

Gifted Teacher, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Room 2000

Provide High-Quality Authentic and Inspiring Learning Experiences Connected to the PCPS Instructional Playbook

Content Gifted
Grade Band Pk - 12, Pk - 2, 3 - 5, 6 - 8, 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 3: 60 minutes

11:30am EDT

Engaging Young Students with Primary Sources (3 - 5)

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT

Room 2025

Participants will learn strategies that can be used to engage young students in viewing, using, and understanding primary sources.

Speakers

Laurie Surles

Curriculum Specialist, Elementary Social Studies, Chesterfield County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Room 2025

Provide High-Quality Authentic and Inspiring Learning Experiences Connected to the PCPS Instructional Playbook

Content Social Studies
Grade Band 3 - 5
Session Slot & Length Session 3: 60 minutes

11:30am EDT

IEP Writing: Start to Finish Secondary (6 - 12) (special education)

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT

Room 2026

Our PD session will focus on creating strengths-based IEPs which are fully compliant with state and federal regulations. Specific focus will also be on ensuring all academic and behavioral student needs are mentioned in the present level of performance, directly related to the student's disability, and appropriately addressed through the IEP. This is Part 2 and Part 1 is offered during the previous session time.

Speakers

Loretta Mabry

Special Education Lead, Powhatan County Public Schools

Stefanie Riviere

Special Education Lead, Powhatan County Public Schools

Rebecca Carmichael

Special Education Lead, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Room 2026

Provide High-Quality Authentic and Inspiring Learning Experiences Connected to the PCPS Instructional Playbook

Content Special Education
Grade Band 6 - 8, 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 3: 60 minutes

11:30am EDT

Step Out of the Box with Formative (3 - 5)

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT

Room 1014

Learn how to step out of the “common assessment box” with Formative and learn how to use the power of Formative in your daily instruction. Learn how to save time with AI created items and uploading existing materials. Spend some time exploring question types and creating ready to go Formatives.

Speakers

Kristen Bentzen

Instructional Technology Coach, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Room 1014

Provide High-Quality Authentic and Inspiring Learning Experiences Connected to the PCPS Instructional Playbook

Content Not content specific
Grade Band 3 - 5
Session Slot & Length Session 3: 60 minutes

11:30am EDT

Step Out of the Box with Formative (6 - 12)

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT

Room 1016

Speakers

Jordan Nutt

Instructional Technology Coach, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Room 1016

Provide High-Quality Authentic and Inspiring Learning Experiences Connected to the PCPS Instructional Playbook

Content Not content specific
Grade Band 6 - 8, 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 3: 60 minutes

12:10pm EDT

Lunch

Thursday August 8, 2024 12:10pm - 1:10pm EDT

Commons

Thursday August 8, 2024 12:10pm - 1:10pm EDT
Commons

12:50pm EDT

Lunch & Learn

Thursday August 8, 2024 12:50pm - 1:10pm EDT

Commons

Thursday August 8, 2024 12:50pm - 1:10pm EDT
Commons

1:20pm EDT

Turning Pages, Shaping Minds: Literacy Strategies for the Content Areas (6 - 12)

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:10pm EDT

Room 2016

Learn practical stategies to build comprehension, vocabulary, and critical thinking in the content areas.

Speakers

Toni Kilpatrick

History Specialist, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:10pm EDT
Room 2016

Explore What’s New and Updated

Content Not content specific
Grade Band 6 - 8, 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 4: 40 minutes

1:20pm EDT

What's in Store for You at the Powhatan County Public Library (Pk - 12)

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:10pm EDT

Room 1003

Come and learn what resources are available to students and teachers at the Powhatan County Public Library.

Speakers

Chandra McPherson

Powhatan County Public Library

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:10pm EDT
Room 1003

Explore What’s New and Updated

Content Not content specific
Grade Band Pk - 12, Pk - 2, 3 - 5, 6 - 8, 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 4: 40 minutes

1:20pm EDT

Behavior Management & Classroom Procedures PCPS Teacher Panel (6 - 8)

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:10pm EDT

Room 2033

Attend a dynamic, facilitated panel discussion of PCPS teachers on the topic of behavior management and classroom procedures. There will be time for questions from attendees.

Speakers

TBD

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:10pm EDT
Room 2033

Identify Solutions to the Dynamic Challenges of Education Today

Content Not content specific
Grade Band 6 - 8
Session Slot & Length Session 4: 40 minutes

1:20pm EDT

Behavior Management & Classroom Procedures PCPS Teacher Panel (9 - 12)

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:10pm EDT

Room 2034

Attend a dynamic, facilitated panel discussion of PCPS teachers on the topic of behavior management and classroom procedures. There will be time for questions from attendees.

Speakers

TBD

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:10pm EDT
Room 2034

Identify Solutions to the Dynamic Challenges of Education Today

Content Not content specific
Grade Band 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 4: 40 minutes

1:20pm EDT

You've Got the POWER! (3 - 5)

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:10pm EDT

Room 2044

Speakers

TBD

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:10pm EDT
Room 2044

Identify Solutions to the Dynamic Challenges of Education Today

Content Not content specific
Grade Band 3 - 5
Session Slot & Length Session 4: 40 minutes

1:20pm EDT

You've Got the POWER! (Pk - 2)

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:10pm EDT

Room 2038

Speakers

TBD

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:10pm EDT
Room 2038

Identify Solutions to the Dynamic Challenges of Education Today

Content Not content specific
Grade Band Pk - 2
Session Slot & Length Session 4: 40 minutes

1:20pm EDT

Data Collection in the Secondary Classroom (6 - 12) (Special Education)

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:10pm EDT

Room 1006

Hear from Powhatan County Public Schools teachers about how to support students with disabilities in the secondary classroom by collecting data and making data-informed decisions about instruction.

Speakers

Stefanie Riviere

Special Education Lead, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:10pm EDT
Room 1006

Provide High-Quality Authentic and Inspiring Learning Experiences Connected to the PCPS Instructional Playbook

Content Special Education
Grade Band 6 - 8, 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 4: 40 minutes

1:20pm EDT

Data Dilemmas: Data Collection in the Collaborative Classroom (Pk - 5) (Special Education)

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:10pm EDT

Room 2046

Data is essential in every classroom. In the collaborative classroom, it is a necessity. Come learn more about how to collect and manage data for our students with disabilities.

Speakers

Lisa Meredith

Special Education Lead, Powhatan County Public Schools

I am the Lead Teacher at Powhatan Elementary School. I oversee the school's special education program and also case manage private day students.

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:10pm EDT
Room 2046

Provide High-Quality Authentic and Inspiring Learning Experiences Connected to the PCPS Instructional Playbook

Content Special Education
Grade Band Pk - 2, 3 - 5
Session Slot & Length Session 4: 40 minutes

1:20pm EDT

Empower Your Impact: Join the NBCT Journey! (Pk - 12)

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:10pm EDT

Room 2000

Are you curious about the path to become a National Board Certified Teacher? This session will provide an overview of the process and the support provided to Powhatan teachers to achieve this highest form of professional certification for teachers.

Speakers

Penetha Robertson

Regular Education Teacher, Powhatan County Public Schools

Mrs. Penny Robertson, M.Ed., NBCTNational English Honor Society AdvisorAP English Language and CompositionACA English 9 HonorsGifted Resource TeacherPowhatan High School 804-598-5710, Extension 200

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:10pm EDT
Room 2000

Provide High-Quality Authentic and Inspiring Learning Experiences Connected to the PCPS Instructional Playbook

Content Not content specific
Grade Band Pk - 12, Pk - 2, 3 - 5, 6 - 8, 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 4: 40 minutes

1:20pm EDT

Fill your EL Toolkit (3 -5) (ELL)

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:10pm EDT

Room 1025

Speakers

Cynthia Jamerson

EL Lead Teacher, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:10pm EDT
Room 1025

Provide High-Quality Authentic and Inspiring Learning Experiences Connected to the PCPS Instructional Playbook

Content ELL
Grade Band 3 - 5
Session Slot & Length Session 4: 40 minutes

1:20pm EDT

Formative Interactive Slides with Littles (Pk - 2)

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:10pm EDT

Room 1014

Learn how to use teacher-paced interactive slides with Formative. You and the students get instant feedback while they are learning something new! Walk out with a template ready to use with students.

Speakers

Kristen Bentzen

Instructional Technology Coach, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:10pm EDT
Room 1014

Provide High-Quality Authentic and Inspiring Learning Experiences Connected to the PCPS Instructional Playbook

Content Not content specific
Grade Band Pk - 2
Session Slot & Length Session 4: 40 minutes

1:20pm EDT

Level Up Student Cooperative Learning with Kagan Strategies (Pk - 12)

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:10pm EDT

Room 1030

Learn Kagan strategies that are quick and easy to integrate into classroom routines to building a collaborative learning atmosphere. Your ready to go toolkit includes: RallyCoach, Quiz Quiz Trade, Inside-Outside Circle, Timed Pair Share...and more!

Speakers

Samantha Martin

School Principal, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:10pm EDT
Room 1030

Provide High-Quality Authentic and Inspiring Learning Experiences Connected to the PCPS Instructional Playbook

Content Not content specific
Grade Band Pk - 12, Pk - 2, 3 - 5, 6 - 8, 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 4: 40 minutes

1:20pm EDT

Curate with Confidence (Pk - 12)

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:30pm EDT

Room 2028

Join me as we learn more about the many tools in Titlewave to assist with collection development, content curation, and collection analysis. Tips will be shared that assist with transparency, improve efficiency, support diversity initiatives, SEL and curriculum.

Speakers

Laurie Bolt

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:30pm EDT
Room 2028

Explore What’s New and Updated

Content Not content specific
Grade Band Pk - 2, Pk - 12, 3 - 5, 6 - 8, 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 4: 60 minutes

1:20pm EDT

Dig into the Data Cycle (3 - 5) (math, science)

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:30pm EDT

Room 1010

Explore the data cycle through hands-on activities including slow reveal graphs and data collection methods.

Speakers

Barbara Adcock

Elementary STEM Coach, Powhatan County Public Schools

Jennifer DeGroat

Math Coach, Powhatan County Public Schools

Ashley Carneal

Math Coach, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:30pm EDT
Room 1010

Explore What’s New and Updated

Content Math, Science
Grade Band 3 - 5
Session Slot & Length Session 4: 60 minutes

1:20pm EDT

Improving Comprehension: Background Knowledge with BrainPop (Pk - 8)

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:30pm EDT

Room 1028

Attain skills and strategies to increase students’ background knowledge and comprehension across academic subjects when using BrainPOP and/or BrainPOP Jr.

Speakers

Marley Zeno

Sr. Professional Learning Strategist, BrainPOP

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:30pm EDT
Room 1028

Explore What’s New and Updated

Content Not content specific
Grade Band Pk - 2, 3 - 5, 6 - 8
Session Slot & Length Session 4: 60 minutes

1:20pm EDT

Mastering the Blueprint: Navigating the 2024 English Standards of Learning (9 - 12) (English)

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:30pm EDT

Room 2012

Gain practical insights and strategies to navigate and implement these standards effectively, empowering your students to succeed with confidence.

Speakers

Tracey Ingle

ELA Specialist, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:30pm EDT
Room 2012

Explore What’s New and Updated

Content English Language Arts
Grade Band 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 4: 60 minutes

1:20pm EDT

Work Smarter not Harder with AI Tools (Pk - 12)

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:30pm EDT

Room 1016

Speakers

Jordan Nutt

Instructional Technology Coach, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:30pm EDT
Room 1016

Explore What’s New and Updated

Content Not content specific
Grade Band Pk - 12, Pk - 2, 3 - 5, 6 - 8, 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 4: 60 minutes

1:20pm EDT

Fostering a Sense of Belonging in the Classroom (6 - 12)

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:30pm EDT

Room 2049

Speakers

Amanda Hurwitt

Educational Programs Coordinator, Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities (VCIC)

VCIC

President & CEO, Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:30pm EDT
Room 2049

Identify Solutions to the Dynamic Challenges of Education Today

Content Not content specific
Grade Band 6 - 8, 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 4: 60 minutes

1:20pm EDT

Hacking School Culture (Pk - 12)

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:30pm EDT

Room 2004

Speakers

Ginny Gills

Retired Principal, Retired from Cumberland County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:30pm EDT
Room 2004

Identify Solutions to the Dynamic Challenges of Education Today

Content Not content specific
Grade Band Pk - 12, Pk - 2, 3 - 5, 6 - 8, 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 4: 60 minutes

1:20pm EDT

Sort out the Alphabet Soup: Learn about FBAs, Functional Behavior Assessments (Pk - 12) (Special Education)

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:30pm EDT

Room 2007

Are you a teacher, either special education or general education teacher, that wants to learn the basics behind what a Functional Behavior Assessment? This brief introduction will engage teachers and empower them in understanding the process of an FBA and what their role is in the process. This professional development will cover the basics of an FBA, review timelines, what the special education regulations say about an FBA and how FBA information can be used for either the development of a Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) or be used to better understand and engage our struggling learnings through their already existing meaningful accommodations.

Speakers

Dianne White

School Psychologist, Powhatan County Public Schools

Kirsten Lightner

School Psychologist, Powhatan County Public Schools

Kathryn Barnard

School Psychologist, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:30pm EDT
Room 2007

Identify Solutions to the Dynamic Challenges of Education Today

Content Not content specific
Grade Band Pk - 12, Pk - 2, 3 - 5, 6 - 8, 9 - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 4: 60 minutes

1:20pm EDT

How to Write a Winning Classroom Innovation Grant (Pk - 12)

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:30pm EDT

Room 1034

Join this session to learn about the Classroom Innovation Grants and how to improve your chances of getting funded.

Speakers

Libbey Kitten

K-12 Science/STEM Specialist, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:30pm EDT
Room 1034

Provide High-Quality Authentic and Inspiring Learning Experiences Connected to the PCPS Instructional Playbook

Content Not content specific
Grade Band Pk - 2, 3 - 5, 6 - 8, 9 - 12, Pk - 12
Session Slot & Length Session 4: 40 minutes

1:20pm EDT

Integrating Seesaw into Your Instructional Routines (Pk - 2)

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:30pm EDT

Room 1032

Participants will learn how to support any instructional format and style, how to strengthen existing classroom routines, and provide visibility into student thinking and learning with Seesaw’s Learning Experience Platform.

Speakers

Hannah Abbruzzese

Professional Training Specialist, Seesaw

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:30pm EDT
Room 1032

Provide High-Quality Authentic and Inspiring Learning Experiences Connected to the PCPS Instructional Playbook

Content Not content specific
Grade Band Pk - 2
Session Slot & Length Session 4: 60 minutes

1:20pm EDT

Probability with Polypad (3 - 8) (math)

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:30pm EDT

Room 1033

Join us and discover a new data tool for probability, graphing, and so much more. Would you like for your students to roll 100 dice at one time and calculate the likelihood of which number will be rolled the most? We’ll show you how.

Speakers

Brittany Kellaway

Regular Education Teacher, Powhatan County Public Schools

Cara Alexander

Math Coach, Powhatan County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:30pm EDT
Room 1033

Provide High-Quality Authentic and Inspiring Learning Experiences Connected to the PCPS Instructional Playbook

Content Math
Grade Band 3 - 5, 6 - 8
Session Slot & Length Session 4: 60 minutes

1:20pm EDT

What is the Connection Between Reading Comprehension and Social Studies? (Pk - 12)

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:30pm EDT

Room 2025

Participants will discover the answer to the guiding question, "How can reading comprehension be strengthened through social studies instruction?

Speakers

Laurie Surles

Curriculum Specialist, Elementary Social Studies, Chesterfield County Public Schools

Thursday August 8, 2024 1:20pm - 2:30pm EDT
Room 2025

Provide High-Quality Authentic and Inspiring Learning Experiences Connected to the PCPS Instructional Playbook

Content Social Studies
Grade Band 3 - 5
Session Slot & Length Session 4: 60 minutes