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2024 RISE Conference
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Monday, August 5th - Secondary Schools

Tuesday, August 6th - Elementary Schools

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  • 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.). 

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  • 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

No Fear, We're Here! Superpowers for Parent-Teacher Conferences
Monday August 5, 2024 9:35am - 10:20am EDT
405
The purpose of this session is to provide participants with strategies to lead effective, productive parent conferences. The strategies and resources provided will lead to an increase in parent participation and improvements in the academic and behavioral growth of students. The audience will be engaged throughout the session by participating in scenarios and skits following each teaching point to practice strategies they have learned. Our goal is to remove the apprehension teachers sometimes feel when communicating with parents that can lead to barriers to student success. We will provide research-based strategies along with excerpts from the book Crucial Conversations written by Joseph Granny, Kerry Patterson, Ron McMillan, Al Switzler, and Emily Gregory to equip teachers with the confidence they need to approach parents and have effective conferences. Participants will leave not only feeling empowered, but equipped with SUPERPOWERS to take parent teacher conferences to the next level!
Speakers
PH

Pia Holmes

AP, Cabarrus County Schools
avatar for Emily Angles

Emily Angles

Assistant Principal, Roberta Road Middle School
Emily Angles is originally from Winston Salem, North Carolina and graduated from North Forsyth High School.  She attended the University of North Carolina at Charlotte where she earned a BA in Elementary Education K-6 and Special Education General Curriculum. She taught third grade... Read More →
Monday August 5, 2024 9:35am - 10:20am EDT
405
  All Teachers, General Audiences |   Teacher Assistants, General Audiences

10:40am EDT

Showcasing IB Excellence: A Reflective Approach
Monday August 5, 2024 10:40am - 11:25am EDT
405
“Showcasing IB Excellence: A Reflective Approach” will emphasize the importance of self-reflection and continuous improvement in preparing for the evaluation visit. It will encourage stakeholders to critically examine their practices, celebrate successes, and identify areas for growth.

Educators will be able to reflect on the comprehensive self-study and efforts in gathering evidence of teaching and learning in an IB classroom.
Educators will be able to reflect on the culture of reflective practice and professional growth.
Educators will be able to celebrate the achievements and sharing of best practices.
Educators will be able to identify areas for improvement and agree upon professional action plans towards the next evaluation period.
Educators will be able promote growth mindset and embrace feedback.

Reciprocal Engagement:
-Guided self-reflection exercises for teachers and administrators.
-Showcasing student work and achievements.
-Planning discussions with students, teachers, alumni and community members.


Speakers
avatar for Marie Deal

Marie Deal

DP Coordinator, Concord High School
I have been in public education since 2002, IB Coordinator over both MYP and DP 2017-2020, and currently the DP and co-CP Coordinator 2021- present. I have also taught History of the Americas and Theory of Knowledge.
MW
Monday August 5, 2024 10:40am - 11:25am EDT
405
  All Teachers, International Baccalaureate

12:45pm EDT

Pedagogy, Policies, and AI: Embrace the New Frontier
Monday August 5, 2024 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
405
The presentation will focus on redefining academic integrity in the age of AI, emphasizing the need for a proactive and inclusive approach. It will explore how AI can be leveraged to enhance learning and foster ethical practices while maintaining the methods and tools needed for disciplinary teaching and learning.

Key Objectives:
-Educators will be able to understand the capabilities and limitations of AI in education.
-Educators will be able to address the challenges posed by AI-generated content.
-Educators will be able to develop a school-wide policy that promotes responsible AI use.
-Educators will be able to integrate AI literacy into the curriculum.
-Educators will be able to foster a culture of ethical decision-making and critical thinking.
Teaching and Learning Strategies:
-Interactive lesson plans and scenarios involving AI-generated content.
-Hands-on activities to explore AI tools and their potential applications.
Speakers
avatar for Marie Deal

Marie Deal

DP Coordinator, Concord High School
I have been in public education since 2002, IB Coordinator over both MYP and DP 2017-2020, and currently the DP and co-CP Coordinator 2021- present. I have also taught History of the Americas and Theory of Knowledge.
EA
Monday August 5, 2024 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
405
  9-12 Teachers, International Baccalaureate

1:35pm EDT

Band (Secondary) Networking and Collaboration Session
Monday August 5, 2024 1:35pm - 2:20pm EDT
405
Speakers
EH
avatar for Leah Pfeiffer
Monday August 5, 2024 1:35pm - 2:20pm EDT
405
  6-8 Teachers, Fine Arts |   9-12 Teachers, Fine Arts
 
Tuesday, August 6
 

9:35am EDT

No Fear, We're Here! Superpowers for Parent-Teacher Conferences
Tuesday August 6, 2024 9:35am - 10:20am EDT
405
The purpose of this session is to provide participants with strategies to lead effective, productive parent conferences. The strategies and resources provided will lead to an increase in parent participation and improvements in the academic and behavioral growth of students. The audience will be engaged throughout the session by participating in scenarios and skits following each teaching point to practice strategies they have learned. Our goal is to remove the apprehension teachers sometimes feel when communicating with parents that can lead to barriers to student success. We will provide research-based strategies along with excerpts from the book Crucial Conversations written by Joseph Granny, Kerry Patterson, Ron McMillan, Al Switzler, and Emily Gregory to equip teachers with the confidence they need to approach parents and have effective conferences. Participants will leave not only feeling empowered, but equipped with SUPERPOWERS to take parent teacher conferences to the next level!
Speakers
PH

Pia Holmes

AP, Cabarrus County Schools
avatar for Emily Angles

Emily Angles

Assistant Principal, Roberta Road Middle School
Emily Angles is originally from Winston Salem, North Carolina and graduated from North Forsyth High School.  She attended the University of North Carolina at Charlotte where she earned a BA in Elementary Education K-6 and Special Education General Curriculum. She taught third grade... Read More →
Tuesday August 6, 2024 9:35am - 10:20am EDT
405
  All Teachers, General Audiences |   Teacher Assistants, General Audiences

10:40am EDT

Mastering the Art of Classroom Management: A Teacher's Toolkit
Tuesday August 6, 2024 10:40am - 11:25am EDT
405
Effective classroom management is not just about maintaining order; it's about creating a nurturing environment where every student feels valued, supported, and empowered to succeed. By embracing an effective approach to classroom management, educators can foster a culture of learning, growth, and resilience that prepares students for success in school and beyond. This workshop provides an opportunity for educators to deepen their understanding, expand their toolkit, and collaborate with colleagues in their journey toward excellence in classroom management.
Speakers
JP
SW
Tuesday August 6, 2024 10:40am - 11:25am EDT
405
  K-2 Teachers, MTSS |   3-5 Teachers, MTSS

11:40am EDT

Using SEPs & CS in 5th Grade Force & Motion
Tuesday August 6, 2024 11:40am - 12:25pm EDT
405
With the changes to the 5th grade science standard course of study which now includes Science and Engineering Practices (SEPs), teachers will walk away with ideas for integrating Computer Science (CS) into their Forces and Motion unit. (PS.5.2.1 & PS.5.2.2). Examples of lessons to be shared include roller coaster design and using Spheros to investigate the effects of friction on speed.
Speakers
avatar for Chrissy Williams
avatar for Ashley Wondra

Ashley Wondra

5th grade
Tuesday August 6, 2024 11:40am - 12:25pm EDT
405
  3-5 Teachers, Science

12:45pm EDT

Writing in Play-Based Learning: Authentic Representations of Experience
Tuesday August 6, 2024 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
405
Writing provides children an opportunity to represent their learning in an authentic manner. As we move to play-based learning in Cabarrus County for our youngest learners, teachers need to find ways to support development of early writing skills that can be incorporated naturally into learning experiences. During this session, we will provide ideas of how to incorporate writing into play-based learning and ways teachers can assess student learning through those writing samples. Practical examples, videos, student portfolios, and writing materials will be presented, reviewed and distributed.
Speakers
SG

Susan Grella

EC Teacher, CCS
EC Preschool Teacher at Mary Frances Wall Center.
RH
Tuesday August 6, 2024 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
405
  PreK Teachers, Literacy |   K-2 Teachers, Literacy

1:35pm EDT

"Exploring Dynamic Literacy Centers: Engaging Students in Meaningful Learning"
Tuesday August 6, 2024 1:35pm - 2:20pm EDT
405
Dive into literacy centers with this engaging session designed to equip educators with innovative strategies for creating dynamic and interactive learning experiences in their classrooms. Participants will discover practical techniques for designing and implementing literacy centers that foster student engagement, collaboration, and growth in reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. Participants will explore a variety of literacy center activities and resources designed to meet the diverse needs and interests of students.
Speakers
JQ
Tuesday August 6, 2024 1:35pm - 2:20pm EDT
405
  All Teachers, Literacy
 
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