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2024 RISE Conference
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Monday, August 5th - Secondary Schools

Tuesday, August 6th - Elementary Schools

Important Information
  • All Staff: Choose ONE Keynote and ONE Lunch

  • Required Sessions: Attend sessions that are noted as required for your role. This will be communicated from the department or area you work with (Exceptional Children, Student Services, etc.). 

  • Filtering Sessions: You can filter sessions by clicking “Filter By Type” on the left-hand side of the page on the desktop version of Sched. “All Teachers” Sessions are for all staff. “K-2 Teachers” are targeted for Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd Grade Teachers, 9-12 Teachers for High School teachers, etc. For example, a Kindergarten teacher can click “K-2 Teachers” and see all sessions that would apply to them. You can further filter by sub-type in each area, by hovering over the type: review session titles and descriptions for more specific information. The search feature in the top right is also helpful for finding sessions using keywords.

  • Networking and Collaboration Sessions: These sessions are provided for many content areas, grade levels, and specialty areas. Filter by the session type that best matches your role to see if a Networking and Collaboration/Job Alike session is offered. 

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Monday, August 5
 

9:35am EDT

Data Portal for Administrators
Monday August 5, 2024 9:35am - 10:20am EDT
603
This session will provide a general overview of the various reports included in the Data Portal, as well as opportunities to brainstorm and collaborate with peers on ways that this data is used across the district.
Speakers
avatar for Karl Sain

Karl Sain

Chief Accountability Officer, Cabarrus County Schools
Karl Sain began his career in education as a high school math teacher. After moving to school administration, he became a math curriculum and instructional support for Gaston county schools and Cabarrus County Schools. Karl is now the Director of Advanced Academics in Cabarrus County... Read More →
KB

Kelly Burgess

Over the last 25 years Dr. Kelly Burgess has served in various school and district leadership roles within the region. She currently serves as the District Testing & Accountability Coordinator.  She works to develop effective processes and make timely data accessible to provide feedback... Read More →
Monday August 5, 2024 9:35am - 10:20am EDT
603

10:40am EDT

Engaging Adults: Facilitation Strategies for Leaders
Monday August 5, 2024 10:40am - 11:25am EDT
716
Do you wonder if the meeting you just had could have been an email? In this session participants will learn strategies for engaging the biggest kids - adults! If you facilitate meetings, professional learning, or teach adults in any way this session is for you. In this session I will share tips and tricks for engagement, productivity, collaboration and creating community through your meeting structure using a research based approach.
Speakers
avatar for Johanna Parker

Johanna Parker

Assistant Superintendent of Elementary Schools, Cabarrus County Schools
Johanna started her career as a science teacher in rural Eastern North Carolina through Teach for America. A graduate of the North East Leadership Academy (NELA) at NC State, she served as a school administrator launching dual language immersion and teacher coaching programs. Dr... Read More →
Monday August 5, 2024 10:40am - 11:25am EDT
716

12:45pm EDT

Hiring Great People in Education Today
Monday August 5, 2024 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
309
Participants will be provided proven strategies to attract and hire great candidates in education today. These strategies can work for both certified and non-certified staff. With candidates having so many options today, learn how to work directly with them in an honest and transparent manner that allows you to bring great people into your school. We all know the teacher matters tremendously in engaging each student and aligning instruction. This matters with support staff as well. Participants will leave with hiring practices they can tailor to meet their school needs and attract extraordinary people to your school.
Speakers
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Chris Smith

Principal, Cabarrus County Schools
Monday August 5, 2024 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
309

1:35pm EDT

The Importance of the SRO/Admin Team Relationship
Monday August 5, 2024 1:35pm - 2:20pm EDT
709
The importance of the SRO/admin team relationship and how to work together effectively to ensure our schools are as safe as possible. In an SRO meeting this year, SRO Crabtree found that the degrees to which SROs and admin vary widely and communication is not always good. We want to focus on ways to strengthen the working relationship, build a safety team, and set goals together.
Speakers
avatar for Lacee Jacobs

Lacee Jacobs

Principal, Cabarrus County Schools
Monday August 5, 2024 1:35pm - 2:20pm EDT
709
 
Tuesday, August 6
 

9:35am EDT

Data Portal for Administrators
Tuesday August 6, 2024 9:35am - 10:20am EDT
603
This session will provide a general overview of the various reports included in the Data Portal, as well as opportunities to brainstorm and collaborate with peers on ways that this data is used across the district.
Speakers
avatar for Karl Sain

Karl Sain

Chief Accountability Officer, Cabarrus County Schools
Karl Sain began his career in education as a high school math teacher. After moving to school administration, he became a math curriculum and instructional support for Gaston county schools and Cabarrus County Schools. Karl is now the Director of Advanced Academics in Cabarrus County... Read More →
KB

Kelly Burgess

Over the last 25 years Dr. Kelly Burgess has served in various school and district leadership roles within the region. She currently serves as the District Testing & Accountability Coordinator.  She works to develop effective processes and make timely data accessible to provide feedback... Read More →
Tuesday August 6, 2024 9:35am - 10:20am EDT
603

9:35am EDT

Engaging Adults: Facilitation Strategies for Leaders
Tuesday August 6, 2024 9:35am - 10:20am EDT
609
Do you wonder if the meeting you just had could have been an email? In this session participants will learn strategies for engaging the biggest kids - adults! If you facilitate meetings, professional learning, or teach adults in any way this session is for you. In this session I will share tips and tricks for engagement, productivity, collaboration and creating community through your meeting structure using a research based approach.
Speakers
avatar for Johanna Parker

Johanna Parker

Assistant Superintendent of Elementary Schools, Cabarrus County Schools
Johanna started her career as a science teacher in rural Eastern North Carolina through Teach for America. A graduate of the North East Leadership Academy (NELA) at NC State, she served as a school administrator launching dual language immersion and teacher coaching programs. Dr... Read More →
Tuesday August 6, 2024 9:35am - 10:20am EDT
609

10:40am EDT

Using Walkthrough Data to Grow Teachers
Tuesday August 6, 2024 10:40am - 11:25am EDT
336
Now that we have a year of completing walkthroughs with the district tool under our belt, how do we take that data and use it to positively impact our staffs’ professional growth? During this session we will focus on: Using walkthrough data to coach teacher with Get Better Faster, making walkthroughs less threatening for teachers, and Play-based Kindergarten walkthroughs versus 1st-5th walkthroughs.
Speakers
Tuesday August 6, 2024 10:40am - 11:25am EDT
336

11:40am EDT

Hiring Great People in Education Today
Tuesday August 6, 2024 11:40am - 12:25pm EDT
309
Participants will be provided proven strategies to attract and hire great candidates in education today. These strategies can work for both certified and non-certified staff. With candidates having so many options today, learn how to work directly with them in an honest and transparent manner that allows you to bring great people into your school. We all know the teacher matters tremendously in engaging each student and aligning instruction. This matters with support staff as well. Participants will leave with hiring practices they can tailor to meet their school needs and attract extraordinary people to your school.
Speakers
CS

Chris Smith

Principal, Cabarrus County Schools
Tuesday August 6, 2024 11:40am - 12:25pm EDT
309

12:45pm EDT

Leadership & Management: Budget, Safety, and Time Management
Tuesday August 6, 2024 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
336
Aspiring, new, or current building level leaders will learn processes and implementation strategies surrounding instructional leadership, budget, safety, and time management. Audience members will be able to share current best practices and ask questions regarding these relevant topics regardless of level or experience.
Speakers
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Beth Foster

Principal, Cabarrus County Schools
avatar for Megan Smith

Megan Smith

Principal, Cabarrus County Schools
Megan Smith is originally from Huntersville, North Carolina and graduated from North Mecklenburg High School.  She attended Elon University where she earned a BA in Secondary English Education.  She taught English and special education at Northwest Cabarrus High School for four... Read More →
Tuesday August 6, 2024 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
336

1:35pm EDT

Strategies to Organize a Successful Testing Program
Tuesday August 6, 2024 1:35pm - 2:20pm EDT
336
This session is tailored for assistant principals, emphasizing organization strategies and running a successful testing program. Elevate your leadership skills with practical insights on streamlining administrative tasks and optimizing testing procedures. Gain invaluable tools to enhance school efficiency and student success. Our goal is for you to leave this session feeling empowered as an effective leader.
Speakers
avatar for Chadd Starr

Chadd Starr

Assistant Principal, Bethel Elementary
Tuesday August 6, 2024 1:35pm - 2:20pm EDT
336
 


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