Presentation Description Location
Aligning Instruction with DOK Levels
Christy Mactavish MS Instructional Coach
Explore how Depth of Knowledge ( DOK ) levels within assessments transform your instructional practices . Participants will use AI to analyze and revise an assessment for DOK levels and then learn how to determine instructional practices that foster the desired level of rigor in lesson plans and classroom activities .
Target Audience : 6-12 / Session 3
324
Analyzing Benchmark Data in a Simplistic , Formative Way
Amy Webster LS Assistant Head
This session focuses on uncomplicated yet effective methods for dissecting student data and utilizing test results to gain insights into students ’ learning styles and needs . Participants will learn to interpret benchmark data to inform instruction , identify trends , and make datadriven decisions .
Target Audience : K-8 / Session 3
101
Beyond the Rubric – Cultivating Student Engagement and Elevating Discourse through Socratic Seminars
Carolyne Brown and Ellie McGee Instructor of US-English and Instructor of US-English and Latin
In this session , participants will explore the key elements of facilitating Socratic seminars in the classroom , with a focus on fostering authentic , balanced , and meaningful discussions . We ’ ll discuss strategies for setting clear objectives , providing effective rubrics , and guiding students toward deeper inquiry and engagement with texts and concepts . Attendees will leave with practical tools , including conversation structures , preparation techniques , and the rationale for tracking patterns in your content to anchor discussion . This session will provide insights to either refine your current approach or implement Socratic seminars for the first time .
Target Audience : 6-12 / Sessions 2 and 3
300
Biblical Worldview Integration Workshop ( 6-12 )
Beth Graham Assistant Head of Spiritual Life
Elevate your unit planning with this workshop focused on Biblical worldview integration . This session will incorporate principles of backward design and explore key questions to guide your planning process to intentionally cultivate a Biblical worldview in your students through the material you teach . Bring materials for upcoming units and leave with concrete strategies to create more intentional and authentic integration of a Biblical worldview .
Target Audience : 6-12 / Sessions 1 and 3
200
Biblical Worldview Integration Workshop ( PS-5 )
Beth Graham Assistant Head of Spiritual Life
Elevate your unit planning with this workshop focused on Biblical worldview integration . This session will incorporate principles of backward design and explore key questions to guide your planning process to intentionally cultivate a Biblical worldview in your students through the material you teach . Bring materials for upcoming units and leave with concrete strategies to create more intentional and authentic integration of a Biblical worldview .
Target Audience : PS-5 / Session 2
200
Brisk AI : A Powerful Tool for Teachers to Transform Teaching and Learning
Bryant Gunter and Arja Regier US Assistant Head and US Instructional Coach
Did you know that AI can create a Slide Presentation from a YouTube video ? This session will introduce Brisk AI ’ s many classroom applications as a time-saving tool for teachers that fits seamlessly into your existing workspace . We will explore how to use this AI Chrome extension for efficient unit and lesson planning , valid assessment creation , engaging content creation , personalized learning experiences , and more .
Target Audience : PS-12 / Sessions 1 and 3
225
6 / CPA PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT / FEB . 2025