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Thursday, July 11
 

8:15am CDT

Breakfast
Thursday July 11, 2024 8:15am - 9:40am CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1106
Thursday July 11, 2024 8:15am - 9:40am CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1106

8:30am CDT

Opening Session!
Thursday July 11, 2024 8:30am - 9:30am CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1106
Thursday July 11, 2024 8:30am - 9:30am CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1106

8:30am CDT

Quiet Space
Thursday July 11, 2024 8:30am - 10:45am CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1104
Conferences can be super informative and busy. This space allows participants an opportunity to take time for self, whatever that looks like. Take some time out of the busy day to indulge in peace and quiet. It is a self guided space that all can utilize to organize, reflect, rest, or a needed mental break from the day's event.
Thursday July 11, 2024 8:30am - 10:45am CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1104

9:40am CDT

Boards Matter - Student-Focused Approach to Governing
Thursday July 11, 2024 9:40am - 10:50am CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1106
Charter school boards can leverage their role to ensure that their work focuses on the betterment of students. Join this session to learn how charter school boards can effectively engage with leadership, families and the community to elevate their school.

1. Board members will have an understanding of a student-focused approach to governing
2. Board members will develop a plan for how they can engage with school leadership and the community for the betterment of students.
Speakers
MB

Mary Bradley

Chief Operating Officer, National Charter Schools Institute
Thursday July 11, 2024 9:40am - 10:50am CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1106

9:40am CDT

Building a School Improvement Plan to Impact Adult Practices and Student Outcomes
Thursday July 11, 2024 9:40am - 10:50am CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1107
The purpose of building a School Improvement Plan (SIP) focused on impacting adult practices and student outcomes is to systematically enhance the overall educational environment. This plan aims to improve teaching methodologies, professional development opportunities for educators, and align curriculum to optimize student engagement, academic achievement, and holistic learning experiences. Through targeted strategies, the SIP seeks to foster a collaborative and data-driven culture that empowers educators and positively influences student success, ensuring a continuous commitment to excellence within the educational community.
Speakers
avatar for Nicholas Heckel

Nicholas Heckel

School Improvement Coordinator, ISBE
Thursday July 11, 2024 9:40am - 10:50am CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1107

9:40am CDT

Effective Strategies to Improve Climate, Culture , Student Growth, and Leadership
Thursday July 11, 2024 9:40am - 10:50am CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1108
  • Inform: Provide attendees with essential insights into data-driven decision-making, leadership, high expectations, positive school culture, and celebrating success.
  • Inspire: Motivate educators and school leaders to implement effective strategies that can lead to significant improvements in student outcomes and school culture.
  • Equip: Offer practical tools and approaches that attendees can immediately apply in their schools to initiate positive changes and drive continuous improvement.
  • Empower: Encourage attendees to become catalysts for change within their school communities, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
  • Connect: Facilitate networking opportunities for attendees to share experiences, ideas, and best practices with colleagues, building a supportive community of educators committed to school improvement.
  • Communicate: effective systems to ensure campus success

Your presenter is providing a virtual Meet and Greet opportunity on July 9, 2024 from 12:00 pm- 12:30 pm. Please use this link to access the greet session.

Thanks!






Speakers
LH

Leon Hart

Vice principal, Aspira Haugan Middle School
C

Cannella

Aspira Haugan Middle School
R

R.

Aspira Haugan Middle School
Thursday July 11, 2024 9:40am - 10:50am CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1108

9:40am CDT

High Overview of the CPS Equity Framework
Thursday July 11, 2024 9:40am - 10:50am CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1101
Level set school leaders on CPS approach to Equity. Introduce CPS Equity Framework on targeted universalism and the the four dimensions. Make connections to the four dimensions and one school level equity challenge.







Speakers
avatar for Kristina Lunger Lopez

Kristina Lunger Lopez

Program Manager, Chief Equity Office
avatar for Joshua Johnson

Joshua Johnson

Professional Learning Specialist, Chief Equity Office
Previous to his work in Chicago Public Schools, Joshua Johnson (he/him) served as an equity champion and instrumental music teacher in both Missouri and Illinois. Currently, he serves as an Equity Professional Learning Specialist in the Chief Equity Office of Chicago Public Schools. In... Read More →
Thursday July 11, 2024 9:40am - 10:50am CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1101

9:40am CDT

Kindergarten Individual Developmental Survey (KIDS)
Thursday July 11, 2024 9:40am - 10:50am CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1102
Goals of this session include helping school leaders understand:
- the purpose of the Kindergarten Individual Developmental Survey (KIDS) and its intended uses;
- the resources available to support teachers during observation; and
- how to best utilize the reports and information gained from KIDS results to support students.







Speakers
AM

Amanda Morgan (Mandee)

Assessment Specialist, CPS
Thursday July 11, 2024 9:40am - 10:50am CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1102

9:40am CDT

Mindful Practices: Educator Well-Being
Thursday July 11, 2024 9:40am - 10:50am CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1003
Participants will
● Learn strategies to prioritize their own well-being
● Reconnect with their sense of purpose and get re-energized about the work ahead
● Experientially practice community-building activities Student Well-Being Session: Participants will
● Learn strategies to promote student self-awareness
● Identify ways to connect with students and promote student voice
● Experientially practice community-building activities
Speakers
avatar for Vienna Webb

Vienna Webb

Director of Digital Supports, Mindful Practices
Thursday July 11, 2024 9:40am - 10:50am CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1003

10:55am CDT

Boards Matter - Governing for Greatness
Thursday July 11, 2024 10:55am - 12:05pm CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1102
Charter school boards can have a profound impact on the success of their schools. Join this session to learn how charter school boards can have an impact for students and families.
1. Board members will learn the keys aspects of strong board governance
2. Board members will understand their roles and responsibilities
3. Board members will explore ways that their board can help accelerate to excellence"
Speakers
MB

Mary Bradley

Chief Operating Officer, National Charter Schools Institute
Thursday July 11, 2024 10:55am - 12:05pm CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1102

10:55am CDT

CDPH Presents: QPR Suicide Prevention Training
Thursday July 11, 2024 10:55am - 12:05pm CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1104
To educate school leaders about risk factors, warning signs, and responding to situations of concern or suicidal students. This training will empower  staff to make a difference in their schools by incorporating suicide prevention training into broader training on identifying student mental health issues.

KEY COMPONENTS COVERED IN TRAINING:
  • How to Question, Persuade and Refer someone who may be suicidal
  • How to get help for yourself or learn more about preventing suicide
  • The warning signs of suicide
  • How to get help for someone in crisis


Speakers
avatar for Alexandra Sontag

Alexandra Sontag

APRN, Chicago Department of Public Health
Thursday July 11, 2024 10:55am - 12:05pm CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1104

10:55am CDT

Continuous Improvement Plan and Progress Monitoring Platform
Thursday July 11, 2024 10:55am - 12:05pm CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1108
This session is an accelerated version of standard training in using the CPS Continuous Improvement (CI) Platform. Participants will need their laptop, charged and CPS email address. The session will be a hands-on introduction to the CPS CI platform that briefly shows signing in and basic platform navigation, then quickly progresses to updating your CIWP team members, updating Implementation Plans, Progress Monitoring, and providing an overview of the public website and sharing options. You will leave with clear next steps for you and your CIWP Team to start SY25 strong in terms of CIWP organization.
Speakers
avatar for Ari Frede

Ari Frede

School CIWP Specialist, Office of Network Support
Dr. Ari Frede is CPS' School CIWP Specialist, supporting schools in wise implementation of Continuous Improvement practices. He earned a BA in children's literature and education, a MA in Southern Studies (blues and education), and earned an Ed.D. from UIC's Urban Education Leadership... Read More →
avatar for Craig Gutierrez

Craig Gutierrez

Director of School Continuous Improvement, Office of Network Support
Dr. Craig Gutierrez grew up in central Missouri where he lived and worked until going to graduate school overseas.  In 2006 he changed careers from chemical engineering to classroom teacher.  Over the next 5 years he taught courses in every segment of STEM as well as French language... Read More →
Thursday July 11, 2024 10:55am - 12:05pm CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1108

10:55am CDT

Driving Excellence through Leadership
Thursday July 11, 2024 10:55am - 12:05pm CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1107
Dr. Karen Saffold and Careda Taylor will host a panel of school leaders who will share how a focus on accountability, expectations, and results shapes their work in their schools. The objective is to share leadership strategies and to promote candid conversations around challenges.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Karen Saffold

Dr. Karen Saffold

Chief of Schools, CPS, I&I
CT
Thursday July 11, 2024 10:55am - 12:05pm CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1107

10:55am CDT

Early College: Steps to Getting One Started
Thursday July 11, 2024 10:55am - 12:05pm CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1003
We would like to share with schools the various opportunities to participate in early college coursework.  Through presenting the methods and processes of early college, we hope to encourage more I and I schools to give their students the rigor and relevance of college coursework.
Speakers
MA

Melina Angeles

Manager of Early College Initiatives, Early College Initiatives
I am a proud CPS alumna and second-generation CPS educator focused on access and equity. I have been working with the Early College Team for the last four years and help support our Dual Enrollment programs, which includes Jumpstart Pathways.
JH

Joe Halil

Early College & Career Specialist, Early College Initiative
Thursday July 11, 2024 10:55am - 12:05pm CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1003

10:55am CDT

High Overview of the CPS Equity Framework
Thursday July 11, 2024 10:55am - 12:05pm CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1101
Level set school leaders on CPS approach to Equity. Introduce CPS Equity Framework on targeted universalism and the the four dimensions. Make connections to the four dimensions and one school level equity challenge.
Speakers
avatar for Kristina Lunger Lopez

Kristina Lunger Lopez

Program Manager, Chief Equity Office
avatar for Joshua Johnson

Joshua Johnson

Professional Learning Specialist, Chief Equity Office
Previous to his work in Chicago Public Schools, Joshua Johnson (he/him) served as an equity champion and instrumental music teacher in both Missouri and Illinois. Currently, he serves as an Equity Professional Learning Specialist in the Chief Equity Office of Chicago Public Schools. In... Read More →
Thursday July 11, 2024 10:55am - 12:05pm CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1101

12:05pm CDT

Lunch, Connect, and Zumba!
Thursday July 11, 2024 12:05pm - 1:05pm CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1106
Thursday July 11, 2024 12:05pm - 1:05pm CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1106

12:05pm CDT

Quiet Space
Thursday July 11, 2024 12:05pm - 1:05pm CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1104
Conferences can be super informative and busy. This space allows participants an opportunity to take time for self, whatever that looks like. Take some time out of the busy day to indulge in peace and quiet. It is a self guided space that all can utilize to organize, reflect, rest, or a needed mental break from the day's event.
Thursday July 11, 2024 12:05pm - 1:05pm CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1104

1:10pm CDT

A Tiered Approach to Attendance
Thursday July 11, 2024 1:10pm - 2:20pm CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1003
Guide schools to maximize their internal attendance systems to develop their tiered systems of support


Speakers
ZM

Zakieh Mohammed

Attendance & Truancy Manager, Student Support and Engagement
Area of Expertise: Attendance Improvement; Truancy Prevention & Intervention
Thursday July 11, 2024 1:10pm - 2:20pm CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1003

1:10pm CDT

Building a School Improvement Plan to Impact Adult Practices and Student Outcomes
Thursday July 11, 2024 1:10pm - 2:20pm CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1106
The purpose of building a School Improvement Plan (SIP) focused on impacting adult practices and student outcomes is to systematically enhance the overall educational environment. This plan aims to improve teaching methodologies, professional development opportunities for educators, and align curriculum to optimize student engagement, academic achievement, and holistic learning experiences. Through targeted strategies, the SIP seeks to foster a collaborative and data-driven culture that empowers educators and positively influences student success, ensuring a continuous commitment to excellence within the educational community.
Speakers
avatar for Nicholas Heckel

Nicholas Heckel

School Improvement Coordinator, ISBE
Thursday July 11, 2024 1:10pm - 2:20pm CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1106

1:10pm CDT

Continuous Improvement Plan and Progress Monitoring Platform
Thursday July 11, 2024 1:10pm - 2:20pm CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1108
This session is an accelerated version of standard training in using the CPS Continuous Improvement (CI) Platform. Participants will need their laptop, charged and CPS email address. The session will be a hands-on introduction to the CPS CI platform that briefly shows signing in and basic platform navigation, then quickly progresses to updating your CIWP team members, updating Implementation Plans, Progress Monitoring, and providing an overview of the public website and sharing options. You will leave with clear next steps for you and your CIWP Team to start SY25 strong in terms of CIWP organization.
Speakers
avatar for Ari Frede

Ari Frede

School CIWP Specialist, Office of Network Support
Dr. Ari Frede is CPS' School CIWP Specialist, supporting schools in wise implementation of Continuous Improvement practices. He earned a BA in children's literature and education, a MA in Southern Studies (blues and education), and earned an Ed.D. from UIC's Urban Education Leadership... Read More →
avatar for Craig Gutierrez

Craig Gutierrez

Director of School Continuous Improvement, Office of Network Support
Dr. Craig Gutierrez grew up in central Missouri where he lived and worked until going to graduate school overseas.  In 2006 he changed careers from chemical engineering to classroom teacher.  Over the next 5 years he taught courses in every segment of STEM as well as French language... Read More →
Thursday July 11, 2024 1:10pm - 2:20pm CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1108

1:10pm CDT

Mindful Practices: Students Wellbeing
Thursday July 11, 2024 1:10pm - 2:20pm CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1102
Participants will
● Learn strategies to promote student self-awareness
● Identify ways to connect with students and promote
student voice
● Experientially practice community-building activities
Speakers
avatar for Vienna Webb

Vienna Webb

Director of Digital Supports, Mindful Practices
Thursday July 11, 2024 1:10pm - 2:20pm CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1102

1:10pm CDT

Supporting Our Students Through Behavioral Health Teams
Thursday July 11, 2024 1:10pm - 2:20pm CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1104
Participants will have an increased understanding of the…
Importance of supporting the behavioral and mental health of our students by
  • How trauma impacts the social & emotional well-being of our students
  • The benefits of establishing a Behavioral Health Team
  • The CPS Comprehensive Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Policy
  • The foundational structures that support Behavioral Health Teams

Speakers
avatar for Veronica Kalokhe

Veronica Kalokhe

Behavioral Health Teaming Specialist, Office of Social and Emotional Learning
Thursday July 11, 2024 1:10pm - 2:20pm CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1104

1:10pm CDT

Unpacking IAR Results
Thursday July 11, 2024 1:10pm - 2:20pm CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1107
The goals of this session include helping participants understand:
- the purpose of the IAR and its intended uses;
- the resources available to support the interpretation of the IAR results; and
- how to best unpack the IAR results to inform decisions about instructional practices.








Speakers
AM

Amanda Morgan (Mandee)

Assessment Specialist, CPS
Thursday July 11, 2024 1:10pm - 2:20pm CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1107

1:10pm CDT

Using Data to Establish Tiers of Success
Thursday July 11, 2024 1:10pm - 2:20pm CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1101
During our April Leadership Summit, you were introduced to the Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) Framework. This upcoming workshop is designed to help you transition from theoretical understanding to practical application, using MTSS to drive school improvement and enhance student outcomes. We'll focus on analyzing either grade-level or school-wide data to clearly define and establish your system’s three tiers of support. To maximize participation, please ensure you bring relevant data or have access to it during the workshop.
Speakers
JA

Joyce A. Debrah

E3 Consulting Solutions, LLC
Thursday July 11, 2024 1:10pm - 2:20pm CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1101

2:20pm CDT

New School Leader I&I Overview
Thursday July 11, 2024 2:20pm - 3:20pm CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1003
New school leaders are invited to chat with the team to understand the role of the Office of Innovation and Incubation, key initiatives of the office, and how the office measures school performance on an annual basis.

Presenters:
Performance & Accountability Team
Speakers
avatar for Rochelle

Rochelle

Director of Performance and Accountability, CPS
Thursday July 11, 2024 2:20pm - 3:20pm CDT
Malcolm X: Room 1003
 
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