ADE Summit 2024: Full Schedule

10:20am CDT

What's New in K-5 ELA Standards?

Monday July 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am CDT

In this session, participants will receive an overview of new K-5 ELA Standards, with specific focus on changes and updates around the standards and the science of reading.

Presenters

Sandy Shepard

Monday July 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am CDT
Room 208 Hot Springs Convention Center

Instruction, Literacy

11:40am CDT

6-12 Science Fundamental Content

Monday July 8, 2024 11:40am - 12:40pm CDT

Room 208

In this session, participants will dive into the 6-12 science fundamental content support documents so course-level expectations are clear, and students receive a coherent progression through high school and beyond.

Presenters

Stephanie Johnson-Carlton

Science Program Advisor, Arkansas Department of Education

Stephanie Johnson-Carlton, a proud native of Pine Bluff, AR, is a dedicated professional with a strong educational background and extensive experience in the field of chemistry. Graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry in 1994 and later achieving a master’s degree... Read More →

Monday July 8, 2024 11:40am - 12:40pm CDT
Room 208 Hot Springs Convention Center

Instruction, Science

1:00pm CDT

Science Facilities Safety & Compliance

Monday July 8, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT

Room 208

In this session, participants will review the role of administrators in meeting OSHA compliance concerning chemical hygiene plans, chemical storage, and waste disposal in high school science laboratories and facilities to ensure student and faculty safety.

Presenters

Cindy Bunch

State Science Specialist, Division of Elementary and Secondary Education

Monday July 8, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Room 208 Hot Springs Convention Center

Instruction, Science

2:20pm CDT

Leading While I'm Still Learning: Navigating Inclusive Practices

Monday July 8, 2024 2:20pm - 3:20pm CDT

Room 208

Have you ever had to lead the implementation of a district or state initiative without having expert knowledge on the topic? Then, this session is for you! This session delves into strategies for leading implementation of inclusive practices for students with disabilities, acknowledging that principals are also learners in this journey. Explore how leaders navigate the complexities while continuously learning. Discover how these leaders embrace ongoing learning to better understand expectations, foster these strategies, and effectively support diverse student populations. Gain insights, share experiences, and empower yourself to lead while continuously growing!

Moderators

Julie Amstutz

Presenters

Paula Watson

Pine Bluff School District

Natalie Gosdin

Searcy School District

Ryan Burgess

Monday July 8, 2024 2:20pm - 3:20pm CDT
Room 208 Hot Springs Convention Center

Human Capital

3:40pm CDT

What Can Early Childhood Local Leads Do For You?

Monday July 8, 2024 3:40pm - 4:40pm CDT

Room 208

Arkansas has been awarded the opportunity to have Local Leads for the first time ever. We will give you tips on how to participate in your local lead in your school district.

Presenters

Jennifer Douglas

Assistant Director, ADE: DESE Office of Early Childhood

Monday July 8, 2024 3:40pm - 4:40pm CDT
Room 208 Hot Springs Convention Center

Operations, Early Childhood

10:20am CDT

Nurturing Novice Teachers through Mentoring: Retention is the New Recruitment

Tuesday July 9, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am CDT

Room 208

This session will focus on the importance of retention of teachers through the process of mentoring. Mentoring Updates, New Curriculum, and Preparing for Yearlong Residents will be discussed.

Presenters

Stephanie Hall

Capri Salaam

2023 Arkansas Teacher of the Year, North Little Rock School District

Capri Bell Salaam is a one-of-a-kind educator dedicated to developing the whole child. The 2023 Arkansas Teacher of the Year earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from the University of Central Arkansas before beginning her career as a third-grade teacher. After completing her... Read More →

Angie Gilbert

State Mentoring Coordinator, DESE: Educator Effectiveness and Licensure

Angie Gilbert dedicated 23 years to teaching in public school classrooms before making a transition to an Educational Service Cooperative (ESC) where she coordinated a mentoring program for novice teachers across eleven school districts. After six years at the co-op, she accepted... Read More →

Tuesday July 9, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am CDT
Room 208 Hot Springs Convention Center

Human Capital, Recruitment & Retention

11:40am CDT

Future-Forward Leadership: Harnessing AI for Arkansas Schools

Tuesday July 9, 2024 11:40am - 12:40pm CDT

Room 208

Technology is evolving at an incredible pace and we have reached a potential inflection point where education can truly be transformed through the capabilities of artificial intelligence. This session is designed to equip educators with the information, knowledge, and foresight necessary to navigate issues and conversations around artificial intelligence and how to leverage AI tools and technologies to support your local goals and future-proof your Arkansas school district!

Presenters

John Ashworth

Executive Director & Superintendent, Virtual Arkansas

Mr. John Ashworth is the Superintendent and Executive Director of Virtual Arkansas, a State Virtual School (SVS) providing supplemental online course options to Arkansas schools. Mr. Ashworth spent eight years as a secondary science teacher and seven years as a building-level principal... Read More →

Tuesday July 9, 2024 11:40am - 12:40pm CDT
Room 208 Hot Springs Convention Center

Instruction

1:00pm CDT

Choose Me: The Changing Landscape of School Choice

Tuesday July 9, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT

Room 208

As school choice expands in our state, local school districts face both challenges and opportunities to enhance the appeal and competitiveness of their schools. From academic programming and extracurricular offerings to marketing and community engagement, attendees will leave equipped with practical insights and tools to proactively address the challenges and leverage the opportunities presented by the expanding school choice landscape, ultimately ensuring that every student receives a high-quality education that meets their unique needs and aspirations.

Presenters

Darrell Smith

Assistant Commissioner Office of School Choice and Parent Empowerment, Arkansas Department of Education

Darrell Smith has been involved in education for over 30 years. He spent almost 20 years in Arkansas serving as a teacher, principal, and administrator, helping to lead one of the largest private schools in the country to National Blue Ribbon status. He has recently led a number of... Read More →

Tuesday July 9, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Room 208 Hot Springs Convention Center

Operations

2:20pm CDT

CLASS Evaluation Tool

Tuesday July 9, 2024 2:20pm - 3:20pm CDT

Room 208

Overview of the Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS). This is a pilot project reviewing how effective CLASS is in the evaluation of the quality of early childhood programs across the state.

Presenters

Alicia Atwood

Pre-K RISE Specialist, Arkansas Department of Education

Lori Bridges

Director of Early Childhood Programs, Arkansas Department of Education

Tuesday July 9, 2024 2:20pm - 3:20pm CDT
Room 208 Hot Springs Convention Center

Operations, Early Childhood

3:40pm CDT

What Impacts Teacher Quality? (SoR) Audits and State Review of Educator Preparation Programs

Tuesday July 9, 2024 3:40pm - 4:40pm CDT

Room 208

Updates on Requirements and Progress of State Review and Science of Reading (SOR) Audit of Educator Preparation Programs and how the results will drive continuous improvement

Presenters

Sharlee Crowson

Educator Effectiveness Special Projects Coordinator, DESE

Sharlee Crowson has been a part of the DESE Educator Effectiveness team since 2016. During that time, she has worked in educator preparation, teacher recruitment, and educator workforce data.

Joan Luneau

Matthew Sutherlin

Director of Educator Preparation and Licensure, Educator Effectiveness and Licensure

Tuesday July 9, 2024 3:40pm - 4:40pm CDT
Room 208 Hot Springs Convention Center

Human Capital, Educator Effectiveness

10:20am CDT

K-5 Science Fundamental Content

Wednesday July 10, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am CDT

Room 208

In this session, participants will dive into the K-5 science fundamental content support documents so grade-level expectations are clear, and students receive a coherent progression and are prepared for higher-level science courses in middle and high school.

Presenters

Cindy Bunch

State Science Specialist, Division of Elementary and Secondary Education

Wednesday July 10, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am CDT
Room 208 Hot Springs Convention Center

Instruction, Science

11:40am CDT

Elevate Math: Dive into 6-12 AR Standards

Wednesday July 10, 2024 11:40am - 12:40pm CDT

Room 208

Join us for our Elevate Math session as we delve into the 6-12 math standards for Tier 1 instruction. Gain valuable insights into essential grade-level concepts and effective teaching strategies to foster student success. Participants will navigate the learning progression of these standards, developing an understanding of key concepts and skills vital for student achievement. Through interactive discussions and activities, attendees will uncover practical instructional strategies and resources to support Tier 1 classroom instruction. Let's elevate math education together!

Presenters

Tahnya Price

State Math Specialist, Arkansas Division of Elementary & Secondary Education

Bobbie Olles

Math Program Advisor, ADE - DESE

Ciara Gulley

State Math Specialist, ADE

Wednesday July 10, 2024 11:40am - 12:40pm CDT
Room 208 Hot Springs Convention Center

Instruction, Math

1:00pm CDT

ADE STEM Curriculum Grant: PLTW

Wednesday July 10, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT

Room 208

Come join the STEM team and learn more about the opportunity to increase student interest and engagement in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) by providing middle school students access to high quality STEM curriculum that supports hands-on, real-world learning, from Project Lead The Way (PLTW). Come learn about the implementation of the power of STEM using the PLTW Curriculum school leaders and teachers.

Presenters

Jason Bailey

Project Lead The Way Gateway Grant Coordinator, Arkansas Department of Education Division of Elementary and Secondary Education

13 years classroom experiencePhysics, Biology, Earth Science, Environmental ScienceBSE - Life Science EducationMED - Gifted and Creative EducationHigh Quality Science Education STATEWIDE

Wednesday July 10, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Room 208 Hot Springs Convention Center

Instruction, STEM