Workshop 2017: Full Schedule

NOTE: Programming subject to change.

REMINDER: Attendance at training sessions, unless pre-registration is required, is first-come basis. Creating an agenda via SCHED or the mobile app does not guarantee a place in the session.

2:30pm EDT

A Myriad of Factors that Impact Student Achievement

If helping students learn and achieve was simply about curriculum and instruction, the achievement gap would not be as difficult to close as it is. This session will introduce participants to other factors that can influence and inhibit learning, such as inherent bias, student management practices, land use laws and more. In addition, a collaborative process that districts can use to identify specific challenges and develop actions plans will be discussed.

Speakers

Vincent R DeLucia

Director, Training/Educator in Residence, NJSBA

Monday October 23, 2017 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Room 414 One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08495

Group Session

Company Student Achievement
Subject .5 BMA credit

9:30am EDT

A Blueprint for STEAM Learning

STEAM learning explores concepts within science, technology, engineering, the arts and math. Arts integration has positively impacted student development, achievement and school climate. This session will provide a blueprint for building a quality STEAM program, and illustrate its value to the learning environment.

Speakers

Emil Binotto

Middle School Principal, Hopatcong Borough Schools

Robert Morrison

Founder & Chairman, New Jersey Arts Education Partnership

Joanne Mullane

Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Hopatcong Borough Schools

Mary Reece

Director of Special Projects, Foundation for Educational Administration

Tuesday October 24, 2017 9:30am - 10:30am EDT
Room 322 One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08401

Group Session

Company I-STEAM, Student Achievement, Sustainable and Healthy Schools
Subject .5 BMA credit; .5 I-STEAM credit;

10:00am EDT

Help Your Students Thrive into Adulthood with Sanford Harmony

Sanford Harmony is a research-based Pre-K-6th grade program designed to create a positive learning environment and school climate essential to social-emotional development. Through intentional relationship-building activities and engaging lessons, students learn and master communication, problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Educators love Harmony as it is flexible, easy to implement, and builds inclusive learning communities where the focus is on teaching and learning. Join this interactive session to learn more about how you can foster healthy relationships in your school or after-school program at no cost to you.

Speakers

Alyssa Belcastro

Northeast Regional Ambassador, Sanford Education Programs, LIU

Tuesday October 24, 2017 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Scarinci | Hollenbeck Learning Lab One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08465

Learning Lab Session

Company Cost-Saving Opportunities, Student Achievement, Social-emotional learning
Tags Cost-Saving Opportunities, Student Achievement, Social-emotional learning

10:00am EDT

Strategic Planning

This program will answer the questions, "What is strategic planning, and how will it help my district and our students?" We will identify the components of the strategic planning process and explore the benefits of developing and implementing a strategic planning process in your district. Hands-on small group activities include: participating in brainstorming and consensus activities, and the development of vision and belief statements.

Speakers

Kathy Helewa

Field Service Representative, NJSBA

Matthew Lee

Field Service Representative, NJSBA

Tuesday October 24, 2017 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Room 313 One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08425

Action Lab

Company Student Achievement
Subject 1 BMA credit

11:00am EDT

The Report of the NJSBA Student Achievement Task Force

Over the past two years the NJSBA Student Achievement Task Force has researched and analyzed the barriers to student learning. Regardless of zip code, circumstance of birth, each student deserves a proper education. This program will include a review of 81 recommendations that individual boards of education should consider as they develop and implement plans to facilitate learning for all.

Speakers

Vincent R DeLucia

Director, Training/Educator in Residence, NJSBA

Tuesday October 24, 2017 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Room 401 One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08419

Group Session

Company Student Achievement
Subject .5 BMA credit

11:00am EDT

Getting Started with New Jersey Tiered System of Supports (NJTSS)

In the fall of 2016, the New Jersey Department of Education launched guidance and resources for implementing the New Jersey Tiered System of Supports (NJTSS), a framework of supports and interventions to improve student achievement, based on the core components of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support and the three-tier prevention logic of Response to Intervention (RTI). This session will include a brief overview of the NJTSS framework; resources for getting started with implementation; and will provide an opportunity to hear the experiences of a New Jersey school district currently implementing a tiered approach to intervention. With a foundation of strong district and school leadership, a positive school culture, and climate and family and community engagement, NJTSS builds on I&RS (intervention and referral services) and gives schools structure to meet the academic, behavioral, health, enrichment and social/emotional needs of all students.

Speakers

Saskia Brown

NJTSS-ER Program Manager, NJDOE

Dr. Saskia Brown’s has previously served as a general education and special education teacher, school program coordinator, director, district administrator, and adjunct professor. At the New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) she has served as a fiscal and policy specialist... Read More →

Caitlin Colandrea

Project Coordinator for NJTSS-ER, Old Bridge Township School District

Tuesday October 24, 2017 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Room 417 One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08420

NJDOE Group Session

Company Curriculum, Leadership, Student Achievement
Subject .5 BMA credit

1:00pm EDT

Implementing the Aligned ESSA and QSAC: Understanding the Supports

This presentation will showcase the next steps of implementation that include supports around Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) and the New Jersey Quality Assurance Continuum (NJQSAC). As the goals are realized, of aligning these systems around accountability to reduce the burden on districts, we will share how these systems have been aligned and clarify supports available to schools and districts. This will include highlighting strategic training as well as tools and supports.

Speakers

Karen Campbell

Director, Office of Supplemental Educational Programs, Division of Learning Supports and Specialized Services, NJDOE

Ralph Hoag

Acting Deputy Chief Intervention Officer, NJDOE

Robin K Knutelsky

Chief Intervention Officer, NJDOE

Peter Shulman

Deputy Commissioner, NJDOE

Tuesday October 24, 2017 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Room 417 One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08420

NJDOE Group Session

Company Leadership, Professional Development, Student Achievement
Subject .5 BMA credit

1:30pm EDT

Implementing High-Quality Arts Integration and STEAM Programs

Arts integration practices have proven to have a positive impact on student development and achievement, and school climate. This session will provide a contemporary vision of how arts integration can improve school culture and deepen the learning process for students. Activities will focus on defining qualities, best practices, and professional development strategies, and hands-on, guided planning time. The session will provide participants with background information on arts integration as well as a blueprint for building a quality STEAM program and recommendations for implementation.

Speakers

Emil Binotto

Middle School Principal, Hopatcong Borough Schools

Shawna Longo

Music Technology Teacher, Hopatcong Middle School, Hopatcong, NJ

Shawna E. Longo is the General Music (Music Technology) teacher at Hopatcong Middle School, Hopatcong, NJ. She also serves as the Arts Integration & STEAM Specialist for TMI Education; Growth Development Advisor, Fellow, Author, & Coach for Education Closet; and Ambassador for Music... Read More →

Kurt Zimmermann

STEAM Facilitator/Arts Integration Specialist, Hopatcong Schools

Tuesday October 24, 2017 1:30pm - 3:00pm EDT
Room 321 One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08407

Action Lab

Company Arts Integration, I-STEAM, Student Achievement
Subject 1 BMA credit; 1 I-STEAM credit t;

1:30pm EDT

NJTEEA’s Immersive Makerspace Experience

The New Jersey Technology and Engineering Educators Association (NJTEEA) is providing a hands-on experience in a makerspace. Session participants will be led by technology, engineering, and design educators from across New Jersey to gain experience with 3D printers, laser engravers, CNC routers, tools, software and various equipment to complete a real-world design challenge. Participants leave with a product that they created, and with firsthand knowledge of what it takes for our students to make their ideas come to life.

Speakers

Adam Brunner

Past-President NJTEEA, Norther Valley Regional District

Jason Erdreich

President Elect NJTEEA, Madison Public Schools

Shane Evans

President NJTEEA, Freehold Regional HS District

Tuesday October 24, 2017 1:30pm - 3:00pm EDT
Room 320 One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08406

Action Lab

Company Curriculum, Digital Learning, Facilities, Future Ready, I-STEAM, Professional Development, School Safety, Student Achievement, Technology, Technology, Engineering, and Design (TED)
Subject 1 BMA credit ; 1 I-STEAM credit;

2:30pm EDT

Reciprocal Teachers: Parent-Sponsored Enrichment Programming

Campbell School has transformed its learning culture through different programming initiatives. One way this is accomplished is through the Parent-Teacher Organization's Whole School Enrichment Program entitled, "Spring Extravaganza." This program focuses on a particular theme or topic, such as "How It Works - STEM Lessons for Our Students." Then, about 125-150 parents volunteer their time to choose a topic aligned with the theme, plan lesson presentations, and prepare for "Spring Extravaganza Day." On the day before Spring Break, parents conduct a full-scale takeover of the school and present these enrichment lessons to visiting classes. Parents step into the teaching roles, while teachers learn along with their students. This session will walk participants through the program's development, implementation, and lessons learned on how to better implement the program in years to come. This successful venture has transformed the school community and develops closer connections between the school and home. Attendees will gain insight and receive the tools necessary to replicate this program within their own school or district setting.

Speakers

Christine Alvarez

PTO Co-Coordinator, Campbell Elementary School

Tracey DeJonge

PTO Co-Coordinator, Campbell Elementary School

Edward C Porowski

Principal, Metuchen Public Schools Campbell Elementary School

Tuesday October 24, 2017 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Room 421 One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08422

Group Session

Company Curriculum, Student Achievement, Schoolwide Enrichment Models
Subject .5 BMA credit

4:00pm EDT

Equity Goals through Equity Visits

Through collaboration and partnership with the Panasonic Foundation, the Salem City School District embarked on the development of District Equity Goal(s) and subsequent Equity Visits (Teacher Learning Rounds and Panasonic Equity Visit). Through one school district's journey, other districts can explore the challenging task of defining and establishing equity within for all their respective student populations.

Speakers

Patrick Michel Ed D

Superintendent, Salem City School District

Margaret Hayes

Superintendent, Scotch Plains-Fanwood BOE

John Kummings

Superintendent, Wildwood City BOE

Charles Sampson

Superintendent, Freehold Regional SD

Rocco Tomazic

Superintendent, Freehold Boro BOE

Tuesday October 24, 2017 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Room 301 One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08416

Group Session

Company Board Governance, Future Ready, Leadership, Policy, Professional Development, Student Achievement
Subject .5 BMA credit

4:00pm EDT

Sparta High School STEM Academy

This session will provide an overview of Sparta High School's (SHS) STEM Academy. Presenters will outline the school’s biomedical, engineering and computer science strands. The program will include the selection process and rubric, course sequence, skills developed, and capstone student projects. Special attention will be given to how classes address real-world, complex problems, preparation for post-secondary programs and 21st century skills.

Speakers

Janet Ferraro

Principal Sparta High School, Sparta Township Public Schools

Dr Dan Johnson

Assistant Superintendent, Sparta Township Public Schools

Dr Michael A Rossi Jr

Superintendent, Sparta Township Public Schools

Tuesday October 24, 2017 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Room 322 One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08401

Group Session

Company Future Ready, Student Achievement, Technology
Subject .5 BMA credit; .5 I-STEAM credit;

4:00pm EDT

Examining the New Jersey Kindergarten Entry Assessment Initiative

This workshop will focus on the New Jersey Kindergarten Entry Assessment (NJKEA) initiative by examining its background, intent and purpose; participant numbers; and aggregate assessment data. We will also take a look into the Teaching Strategies Gold Assessment System, which is utilized for the purpose of NJKEA.

Speakers

Deanne Guastello

Program Education Specialist, NJDOE, Division of Early Childhood Education and Family Engagement

Early Childhood Education Elementary Education

Laura Morana

Acting Chief Academic Officer, NJDOE, Division of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday October 24, 2017 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Room 417 One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08420

NJDOE Group Session

Company Student Achievement
Subject .5 BMA credit

9:30am EDT

Career and Technical Education: Preparing Students for Success in a Technology-Driven Economy

Throughout the nation, there is a growing focus on career and technical education and career readiness for all students. Complex problem solving, critical thinking, creativity, teamwork, emotional intelligence, and cognitive flexibility are key skills needed for success in a hyper-connected world. This session will explore these new demands, and what these trends will mean to students in New Jersey’s county vocational-technical schools.

Speakers

Timothy McCorkell

Superintendent, Monmouth County Vocational-Technical Schools

Scott Moffitt

President NJ Council of County Vocational-Technical Schools, Superintendent Morris County Vocational School District

Judy Savage

Executive Director, New Jersey Council of County Vocational-Technical Schools

Wednesday October 25, 2017 9:30am - 10:30am EDT
Room 314 One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08417

Group Session

Company Curriculum, Future Ready, Student Achievement, Technology
Subject .5 BMA credit

9:30am EDT

STEM in the K-12 Classroom: What Does it Look Like?

The number and variety of careers within the areas of science, technology, engineering and math continue to grow. It is crucial to begin setting a foundation early, exposing students to STEM content in elementary school. This session will explore the advantages of introducing engineering content as early as kindergarten and growing student engineering knowledge through a well-articulated, K-12 course sequence. Board members will engage in engineering content as they walk through a variety of activities used in a K-12 STEM curricular framework.

Speakers

Debra Coen

Technology and Engineering Teacher, West Orange

Wednesday October 25, 2017 9:30am - 10:30am EDT
Room 322 One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08401

Group Session

Company Curriculum, I-STEAM, Student Achievement, Technology
Subject .5 BMA credit; .5 I-STEAM credit;

9:30am EDT

PARCC Update

NJDOE will present a general update on New Jersey’s implementation of the PARCC assessment over the past three years. The presentation will highlight the progress students have made toward meeting and exceeding the New Jersey Student Learning Standards as well as national trends. In addition, NJDOE will provide an overview of the operational improvements that New Jersey has made and will continue to make going forward to ensure that PARCC provides students, parents, and educators with the most helpful, timely information possible.

Speakers

Peter Shulman

Deputy Commissioner, NJDOE

Wednesday October 25, 2017 9:30am - 10:30am EDT
Room 417 One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08420

NJDOE Group Session

Company Curriculum, Student Achievement
Subject .5 BMA credit

10:00am EDT

District Collaboration to Enhance Student Learning and Reduce Costs

The Educational Services Commission of New Jersey and New Brunswick Public Schools have collaborated to provide a preschool disabled class program for students with autism. This innovative relationship has enhanced student learning, provided professional development for faculty and staff, and reduced tuition and transportation costs for the district. Attendees will hear from the school board and district leaders that make this relationship work to the benefit of all involved. Learn how your district can incorporate this pioneering approach to benefit students and taxpayers alike.

Speakers

Dr Dale Caldwell

Board President, ESCNJ

Mark J Finkelstein

Commissioner School Ethics Commission, NJDOE, Superintendent, ESCNJ

Dr Aubrey A Johnson

Superintendent, New Brunswick Public Schools

Wednesday October 25, 2017 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Phoenix Advisors Learning Lab One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08465

Learning Lab Session

Company Cost-Saving Opportunities, Shared Services, Special Education, Student Achievement
Tags Cost-Saving Opportunities, Shared Services, Special Education, Student Achievement

10:00am EDT

The Employability Skills Gap: Preparing Students for Career Success

To be successful in the 21st century workplace, students need to develop strong employability skills, including proficiency in critical thinking, collaboration, creativity and communication. However, a skills gap exists in today's entry-level employees. Find out how students can identify, build and practice these skills, which are transferable across all career paths. Participants will also discover how to utilize these skills in order to become a more effective school board member.

Speakers

Claudine Keenan

Dean of Education, Stockton University

Christy Tighe

Director College and Career Readiness, Junior Achievement of New Jersey

Wednesday October 25, 2017 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Room 318 One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08405

Action Lab

Company Leadership, Student Achievement
Subject 1 BMA credit

11:00am EDT

Farm-to-School Programs: Building Stakeholder Commitment

Farm-to-school programs engage the entire school community. From faculty to students to parents, these projects create strong bonds and help build a positive educational environment. In this session, you will hear from some exemplary farm-to-school programs across the state and check out resources provided by the New Jersey Department of Agriculture.

Speakers

Chris Cirkus

Farm to School Assistant Program Coordinator, NJ Department of Agriculture

Beth Feehan

Farm to School Program Coordinator, NJ Department of Agriculture

School garden curriculum, school meal local procurement, nutrition education and taste tests using local produce

Sonya Harris

Teacher, Glassboro School District Dorothy L Bullock Elementary School

Creating garden spaces at schools & incorporating garden education.

Wednesday October 25, 2017 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Room 418 One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08424

Group Session

Company Buildings & Grounds, Curriculum, Facilities, Health, Fitness, Nutrition and Wellness, I-STEAM, Professional Development, Student Achievement, Sustainable and Healthy Schools
Audience 1 CEFM CE # 00148;
Subject .5 BMA credit

11:00am EDT

Benefits of Quality Afterschool/Summer Programming

Growing evidence from around the country shows that quality after-school and summer programs benefit youth. Children and youth who attend after-school programs do better in school, are safer, and are less likely to get into trouble in the hours after the end of the school day. Attendees will learn how quality after-school activities can enhance youth academic skills through planning and on-going communication between the school and program staff.

Speakers

Haydee Y Perez-Livingston

21st CCLC Project Coordinator, NJDOE

Wednesday October 25, 2017 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Room 314 One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08417

NJDOE Group Session

Company Policy, School Safety, Student Achievement
Subject .5 BMA credit

11:00am EDT

Promoting Career Readiness Through High-Quality Work-Based Learning

Work-based learning is a strategy that offers multiple benefits for students, schools and the local community. This workshop will illustrate how high-quality work-based learning programs support career readiness by providing opportunities for students to explore a multitude of career interests, connect classroom learning to potential careers, develop personal, academic and career goals, and apply a high level of academic and/or technical skills. Establishing partnerships between schools and businesses also fosters confidence in the school system as practical and positive results are observed, and contributes to building a more productive local economy. Learn about the types of work-based learning programs that are available for your school district and how they can support student success through career awareness, exploration and preparation.

Speakers

David Gehrke

Education Program Development Specialist, NJDOE- Office of Career Readiness

David McNair

Planning Associate, NJDOE

Wednesday October 25, 2017 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Room 417 One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08420

NJDOE Group Session

Company Career awareness, exploration and preparation, Future Ready, Student Achievement, Technology
Subject .5 BMA credit

1:00pm EDT

How To Identify Unauthorized Out-of-District Students

Residence fraud continues to plague New Jersey school districts where students are unlawfully attending schools in districts where they do not live. Learn how a district can use the latest in fraud detection and database technology to quickly identify ‘suspect’ out-of-district students. Verify Residence.com will audit a student roster and compare the addresses with the current information contained in multiple data providers such as credit bureaus, financial lending institutions, utility companies and the U.S. Postal Service National Change of Address database.

Speakers

Jimmie Mesis

Director of Investigations, Verify Residence.com

Wednesday October 25, 2017 1:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Presidio Learning Lab One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08465

Learning Lab Session

Company Student Achievement, Cost-Savings
Tags Student Achievement, Cost-Savings

1:00pm EDT

Strategies for Cost Savings and Improved Outcomes in Special Education

Solutions for stretching the school budget dollar and improving student outcomes must include strategies for managing special education. The time spent on special education compliance and paperwork is overwhelming. The risk of being out of compliance and associated legal costs are substantial. This session will examine special education cost-efficiency strategies, including management systems that can control costs, enhance compliance and contribute towards improved outcomes. Participants will learn how special services departments are improving the quality of their IEPs and how this positively impacts student outcomes.

Speakers

Christie Schutz EdD

Supervisor of Special Education, Old Bridge Township Public Schools

Andrew Horelick

Market Owner - Special Education & Interventions, Frontline Education

Wednesday October 25, 2017 1:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Maschio's Food Service Learning Lab One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08465

Learning Lab Session

Company Cost-Saving Opportunities, Special Education, Student Achievement
Tags Cost-Saving Opportunities, Special Education, Student Achievement

1:00pm EDT

Student Success

How can schools support the whole learner-Cognitively, Emotionally, Physically and Socially? Insights from Steelcase Education research will discuss a more holistic definition of student success where knowledge, skills and personal development meet, along with ways the built environment can help students think better, feel better and be healthier.

Speakers

Dorothy DeSimone

Regional Education Specialist, Steelcase Education

Dennis Guidera

Regional Education Specialist, Steelcase Education

Erica Hartman

Director of Technology, Education integration, Morris School District

Wednesday October 25, 2017 1:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Florio Perrucci Steinhardt and Fader Learning Lab One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08465

Learning Lab Session

Company Future Ready, Student Achievement
Tags Future Ready, Student Achievement, Technology

1:00pm EDT

Why School Ventilation Systems Are Stifling Our Students

A recent study by Harvard University definitively links poor educational performance to inadequate, outdated classroom ventilation. As districts consider options for improving school facilities, it is imperative that a holistic approach toward climate control be implemented in all designs. This session will consider several low-cost and high-tech solutions, including demand control ventilation, displacement ventilation, CO2 effects, radiant heat and the connection between physical comfort and student achievement. Best practices will be explored from economic, sustainable and performance criteria.

Speakers

Kenneth H Karle

President, LAN Associates

Dr William Ronzitti

Retired Interim

Tom Wighard

Mechanical Engineer, LAN Associates

Wednesday October 25, 2017 1:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Scarinci | Hollenbeck Learning Lab One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08465

Learning Lab Session

Company Facilities, Student Achievement, Sustainable and Healthy Schools
Tags Facilities, Student Achievement, Sustainable and Healthy Schools

1:00pm EDT

The Impact of Labor/Management Collaboration on Student Learning

More than a decade of research reports that when teachers and administrators collaborate, student learning increases. The NJ Labor-Management Collaborative was formed under the leadership of Rutgers Professor of Labor and Management Dr. Saul Rubinstein, NJSBA, NJASA, NJPSA, NJEA, and AFT-NJ, with the purpose of sharing this research while providing professional development opportunities to school districts across New Jersey in collaboration. Attendees will learn how collaboration can help all students achieve and the opportunities to implement formal collaboration in their districts.

Speakers

Vincent R DeLucia

Director, Training/Educator in Residence, NJSBA

Dr Saul Rubinstein

Professor, Rutgers School of Labor & Management

Steve Swetsky

Assistant Executive Director, NJEA

Wednesday October 25, 2017 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Room 401 One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08419

Group Session

Company Student Achievement
Subject .5 BMA credit

1:00pm EDT

You, I, We Inspire: How Board Leadership Transformed School Culture

Board members often struggle with how to effect positive change in their districts without overstepping their governance and policy roles. Hear how one board did. Inspired by their Saturday book discussion group, the Piscataway Board of Education shaped a district culture that reaches every student and staff member, and is transforming each school in individual ways. The nationally-recognized "You, I, We Inspire" campaign communicates board beliefs and core values, while allowing pre-K-12 principals to create unique programs in math, English language arts, music, art, character education, climate and culture, and more. This low-cost, easily-replicated program strives to set a tone in which every child recognizes his/her own self-worth and ability to meet each day’s challenges.

Speakers

Dr C Alex Gray

Principal, Martin Luther King School Piscataway

William Irwin

President Piscataway Board of Education, Piscataway Board of Education

Teresa M Rafferty

Superintendent, Piscataway School District

Wednesday October 25, 2017 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Room 420 One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08421

Group Session

Company Leadership, Student Achievement, Best Practices
Subject .5 BMA credit

1:00pm EDT

Engaging Parents in Out-of-School Time Programs

Engaging parents in the education and activities of their children is vital to the success of youth and of youth-serving programs. However, engaging parents continues to be challenging for many schools and programs due to time constraints (for both staff and parents), language and literacy issues, and a lack of resources to devote to effective parent involvement. Using the Partners in Education: A Dual Capacity-Building Framework for Family-School Partnerships, this workshop will discuss the benefits of parent involvement, identify different approaches, and suggest strategies for engaging parents.

Speakers

Tamika Chester

21st CCLC Program Officer, NJDOE

Wednesday October 25, 2017 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Room 314 One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08417

NJDOE Group Session

Company Policy, School Safety, Student Achievement
Subject .5 BMA credit

1:30pm EDT

Positive Environment; Positive Results

The goal of every board of education is to advance student performance in the most cost-effective manner possible. The presenter, a superintendent in a large district, will discuss how, by initiating a change in expectations, district staff members became more fulfilled in their careers, they shared best practices, students advanced their standardized performance from below-average to national recognition status, and the district saved money. Join him for a humorous, engaging and motivating session on making positive change happen within your schools.

Speakers

David Cittadino

Superintendent, Old Bridge Township Public Schools

Wednesday October 25, 2017 1:30pm - 3:00pm EDT
Room 321 One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08407

Action Lab

Company Labor Relations, Student Achievement, Sustainable and Healthy Schools
Subject 1 BMA credit;

1:30pm EDT

Strategic Planning

Speakers

Jesse Adams Jr

Field Service Representative, NJSBA

Theresa Lewis

Field Service Representative, NJSBA

Wednesday October 25, 2017 1:30pm - 3:00pm EDT
Room 313 One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08425

Action Lab

Company Leadership, Student Achievement
Subject 1 BMA credit;

2:30pm EDT

All for One and One for All

Every school district wants to ensure the success of every student. Few, if any, do. Why? Too often, time, energy and resources are wasted on competing priorities, contradictory practices and conflicting personalities that result in fragmentation, frustration and fatigue. In short, districts lack the coherence that comes when the entire school community works in specific and sustained ways to ensure learning for all students. Session participants will learn how to use a collaborative culture, common objectives, collective accountability and individual and organizational capacity to promote coherence at the district, school and classroom levels.

Speakers

Dr Tracey Severns

Director of Student Performance, Mt Olive Township School District

Wednesday October 25, 2017 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Room 421 One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08422

Group Session

Company Leadership, Student Achievement
Subject .5 BMA credit

2:30pm EDT

All Together Now: Integrating a Digital Science Curriculum

This session will describe the leadership process that Lumberton Middle School used to transform science instruction. Attendees will learn how a grant, strategic planning, board committee work and teacher leadership came together to implement a digital curriculum aligned to Next Generation Science Standards. Your district can also benefit from an exceptional digital platform that focuses on critical thinking and student questions.

Speakers

Thomas Fanuka

Business Administrator, Lumberton Public Schools

Joe Langowski

Superintendent, Lumberton BOE

@LumbertonSuper. Extensive experience raising student achievement throughout New Jersey public schools.

Maria Matlack

Supervisor of Curriculum and Instruction, Lumberton Board of Education

Meredith Morley

Assistant Principal, Lumberton Middle School

Chris Stridiron

Member, Lumberton Board of Education

Wednesday October 25, 2017 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Room 322 One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08401

Group Session

Company Digital Learning, Leadership, Student Achievement
Subject .5 BMA credit

2:30pm EDT

Updating New Jersey’s Evolving School and District Accountability Systems: Where We Are with ESSA and QSAC

This session will provide attendees with helpful information about how New Jersey is implementing its ESSA State Plan, performance reports, regulatory changes to NJQSAC systems and coordinated systems of support. NJDOE will share its goal of working to ensure all communities have the most important information they need to meet their students’ academic needs.

Speakers

Bob Bumpus

Assistant Commissioner, NJDOE

Karen Campbell

Director, Office of Supplemental Educational Programs, Division of Learning Supports and Specialized Services, NJDOE

Robin K Knutelsky

Chief Intervention Officer, NJDOE

Peter Shulman

Deputy Commissioner, NJDOE

Wednesday October 25, 2017 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Room 417 One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08420

NJDOE Group Session

Company Legal, Student Achievement
Subject .5 BMA credit

4:00pm EDT

Innovative Communities of Practice and the Potential of Competency-based Learning

Turning conversations into collaboration, InnovateNJ is a community of forward-thinking districts, schools, and educators who believe meaningful collaboration improves the learning environment and opportunities for all students. We welcome all to create, share, and leverage promising practices.

Speakers

Chris Cox

Educational Technology Specialist, NJDOE

Wednesday October 25, 2017 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Room 314 One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08417

NJDOE Group Session

Company Student Achievement
Subject .5 BMA credit

4:00pm EDT

The New Jersey Social and Emotional Learning Competencies

The New Department of Education recently released the New Jersey Social and Emotional Learning Competencies as a result of a two-year effort in collaboration with key stakeholders from across the state. The research-based competencies were developed to promote positive school climate, regular attendance, and academic achievement in all subject areas and across all grade levels. Social and emotional learning teaches students the skills necessary to manage emotions, set goals, maintain positive relationships and make responsible decisions. This session will share ideas and strategies for utilizing the competencies to help all students succeed in school and better prepare them for the demands of college, the workplace and life.

Speakers

Kelly Allen

Manager Office of Student Support Services, NJDOE

Nancy Curry

Director Office of Student Support Services, NJDOE

Wednesday October 25, 2017 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Room 417 One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08420

NJDOE Group Session

Company Policy, School Safety, Student Achievement
Subject .5 BMA credit

9:30am EDT

A Summer Chromebook Program

Learn how one district saw a need to keep students engaged over the summer months, and, lacking the financial resources to provide every student with summer school services, developed an online learning community. Through that program, created by staff members, the district was able to provide engaging activities and lessons to 30 percent of its students who would not otherwise have had the opportunity to have a summer experience.

Speakers

Stephen Bonora

Technology Integration Specialist, Runnemede Board of Education

Dr Sean McCarron

Business Administrator & District Supervisor of Curriculum and Instruction, Runnemede Board of Education

Thursday October 26, 2017 9:30am - 10:30am EDT
Room 413 One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08520

Group Session

Company Digital Learning, Distance Learning, Student Achievement
Subject .5 BMA credit

9:30am EDT

Freshman Transition: Building Hope and Opportunity in the School Community

Join us to learn about the Rahway High School freshman seminar program, which promotes college and career readiness options for students of all ability, interest and motivational levels. The presentation will feature information about curricular objectives, staffing considerations, professional development acitvities, and scheduling requirements of the program, as well as highlighting remarks from selected graduation seniors who provide a perspective on how the freshman transition program affected their high school years.

Speakers

Dr Patricia Camp

Superintendent, Rahway Board of Education

John Farinella

Rahway High School Principal and South Plainfield Board of Education Member, Rahway Board of Education/ South Plainfield Board of Education

Thursday October 26, 2017 9:30am - 10:30am EDT
Room 401 One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08419

Group Session

Company Student Achievement, College and Career Readiness
Subject .5 BMA credit

9:30am EDT

From Novice to Tenured: A Four-Year Plan

Studies show that a significant amount of teachers quit within the first five years. The Hazlet Township School District has implemented a comprehensive, four-year novice teacher program to help ensure our newest staff members never feel that "burnout." With the help of administration and teacher leaders, all certificated novice staff work through a series of intense activities over the course of four years to build lasting relationships with their students and with their peers. This extensive program has minimal impact on our district's budget but maximum impact on our teacher retention rates.

Speakers

Christine Grabowski

Teacher, Hazlet Public Schools

Kara Longo

Teacher, Hazlet Public Schools

Heather Schwarz

Director of Curriculum Instruction & Testing, Hazlet Public Schools

Thursday October 26, 2017 9:30am - 10:30am EDT
Room 421 One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08422

Group Session

Company Curriculum, Professional Development, Student Achievement
Subject .5 BMA credit

9:30am EDT

Innovation in Education -- The Next Generation of Ambitious Teaching & Learning to Drive Student Achievement

Teaching effectiveness is recognized by how well students are learning. Teacher effectiveness places the classroom teacher in the spotlight as the guiding influence when defining academic achievement for students. Looking beyond basic teacher behaviors, there has been much criticism on the idea of teachers’ own belief systems and attitudes toward teaching quality that drives student achievement. In a 21st century changing world, how do we provide the support needed for our staff to create a risk-taking culture that helps both the practitioner and student body learn through experimentation, self-reflection and problem solving? Through a strategic collaborative model, districts can create a job-embedded learning environment where both teachers and students take risks to grow and achieve success by demonstrating mastery of skill and concept. In turn, a culture of innovation is created where students are able to conceptualize, analyze, synthesize, and present their solutions to problems, which supports the ideas and high expectations of the NJ Student Learning Standards, PARCC, and College and Career Readiness standards.

Speakers

John Davis

Superintendent, Port Republic School District

Carmelita Graham

K-12 Supervisor of Career and Technical Education (CTE) & Instructional Technology, Egg Harbor Township School District

Thursday October 26, 2017 9:30am - 10:30am EDT
Room 415 One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08522

Group Session

Company Curriculum, Digital Learning, Future Ready, Leadership, Professional Development, Student Achievement, Technology
Subject .5 BMA credit

9:30am EDT

Student Safety Data System

The New Jersey Department of Education has developed a new system, the Student Safety Data System (SSDS), to replace the Electronic Violence and Vandalism Reporting System (EVVRS) and the Harassment, Intimidation, and Bullying – Investigations, Trainings, and Programs (HIB-ITP) system that have been used to collect this data. Changes to the data collected by SSDS were made to focus data collection on the information required for state and federal reporting. Changes to the data entry process were made to simplify the process and make it more user-friendly. This session will provide information on what is being collected starting with the 2017-18 school year, why it is collected and how it is being used.

Speakers

Sharon Hofmann

Data Collection and Evaluation Specialist, NJDOE

Mary McKillip

Data Collection and Evaluation Coordinator, NJDOE

Thursday October 26, 2017 9:30am - 10:30am EDT
Room 417 One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08420

NJDOE Group Session

Company Policy, School Safety, Student Achievement
Subject .5 BMA credit
Tags Technology

10:00am EDT

From Ordinary to Exceptional: Building an NJDOE Model World Language Program

This session will help educators identify the critical factors that make a successful world language program: curriculum, instructional practices, assessment, and professional development. Learn what an NJDOE Model World Language Program looks like and what specific changes can be made to immediately improve your district’s program and improve student proficiency outcomes.

Speakers

Michael Ben-David

Superintendent, West Morris Reg HS District

Jessica Lasusa

Supervisor of World Languages, West Morris Reg HS District

Thursday October 26, 2017 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Room 321 One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08407

Action Lab

Company Curriculum, Professional Development, Student Achievement
Subject 1 BMA credit

10:00am EDT

Governance III - Student Achievement

For board members and charter school trustees in the third year of their first term. Please note: This training session is not open to all Workshop registrants. Only pre-registered, qualifying board members may attend.

Speakers

Vincent R DeLucia

Director, Training/Educator in Residence, NJSBA

Thursday October 26, 2017 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Room 304 One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08527

Governance

Company Board Governance, Mandated Training, Student Achievement
Subject 2 BMA credits
Tags Mandated Training

11:00am EDT

Be-A-Buddy Program for Students Who Struggle Socially

“Be-A-Buddy” is a reverse inclusion program using typical peers who provide empathetic and dignified social opportunities for students with language and/or social skill needs. Using a platform of sports, these students gain confidence in the area of language, social skill and sports development through friendship and mentoring. This program provides an emotionally safe environment for sensitive students facing unique developmental challenges during early adolescence, as well as teaching peer mentors about their own personal strengths.

Speakers

Andrew Diodato

High School Leadership Student, Somerville High School

Suzanne Updegrove

Gifted & Talented Teacher, Branchburg Central Middle School

Beth Urbanski

Special Education Teacher/Leadership Advisor, Branchburg Central Middle School

Thursday October 26, 2017 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Room 414 One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08495

Group Session

Company Leadership, Special Education, Student Achievement
Subject .5 BMA credit

11:00am EDT

Mine the Gaps: Using Data to Personalize Math Instruction

Come learn how Rumson is using data from mathematics assessments to tailor instruction to the needs of groups and individuals in all mathematics courses in K-8. With true actionable data, teachers can predict gaps in students’ prerequisite skills and support learning of grade-level expectations in all mathematics courses. The use of strategy groups that are informed by this data and knowledge of student needs empowers our teachers in supporting and accelerating student learning. Hear how Rumson is gaining a deeper understanding of the mathematics needs of their various student populations by having access to these key metrics and is using this understanding to inform instruction, witnessing its influence on student growth, college and career readiness, and student engagement.

Speakers

Dr John Bormann

Superintendent, Rumson Borough School District

Vera Ridoux

Supervisor of Curriculum Instruction & Assessment, Rumson Borough School Distr

Thursday October 26, 2017 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Room 418 One Convention Boulevard Atlantic City, NJ 08424

Group Session

Company Curriculum, Student Achievement
Subject .5 BMA credit

11:00am EDT

Redistrict, Rebalance, Reconfiguration: Leading Change While Prioritizing Students

Enrollment, whether declining or increasing, creates issues of space, time, equity, and access for all students. Often, efforts focus on use of building space, but not the other three key components. The Howell Township Public Schools administrative team will share its journey - the good, the bad, and the ugly - from a down-voted operational redistricting plan, to a successful, student-focused reconfigured grade-band plan. Participants will see data and experience useful change strategies specific to their own district roles and responsibilities.

Speakers

Group Session

Company Board Governance, Curriculum, Facilities, Leadership, Student Achievement, Sustainable and Healthy Schools
Subject .5 BMA credit