Math struggles often hide longer than reading struggles because they show up as avoidance, shutdown, or "not trying" rather than an obvious skill gap. This session covers practical, evidence-based interventions for students who are behind in math, plus how to recognize when disengagement is actually a signal of unmet academic need.
Even well-designed lessons can fall short when students are unclear about what they are learning or how to approach a task. This session explores evidence-based practices related to explicit and systematic mathematics instruction, including modeling, worked examples, and purposeful scaffolding. Participants will consider how instructional clarity can support student understanding while maintaining opportunities for mathematical […]
ALL schools in Ohio are required to provide academic failure prevention and intervention strategies for ALL students. The most effective way to provide these supports is a well-developed Multi-tiered System of Supports (MTSS) process. Multi-tiered Systems of Supports involves educators closely monitoring student progress and intervening when progress lags. Multi-tiered systems of supports are general […]
Winning the battle for a student's attention is the foundational prerequisite for all learning. This session dives into the first strategy, exploring how to manage and repair our ruptured attention spans in a high-distraction world. We will study the science of attention and strategies for improvement. Participants will learn techniques to build stronger attention skills […]
Every K-8 student deserves a mathematics classroom where thinking, reasoning, and problem-solving thrive. The BCHF 2026 K-8 Mathematics Summit brings together principals, assistant principals, instructional coaches, curriculum leaders, and teacher leaders to explore how beliefs, instructional practices, and leadership actions shape students' experiences in mathematics. Through interactive learning, reflection, and collaborative problem-solving, participants will examine […]
BY NOW, THE HONEYMOON MAY BE OVER! The climate of your school may be unduly influenced by a few students with behavior needs. How do you handle behaviors proactively to keep a positive overall school climate? How do you help students with behavioral needs? Let's discuss some tough cases and some smart solutions! The Leadership […]
BY NOW, THE HONEYMOON MAY BE OVER! The climate of your school may be unduly influenced by a few students with behavior needs. How do you handle behaviors proactively to keep a positive overall school climate? How do you help students with behavioral needs? Let's discuss some tough cases and some smart solutions! The Leadership […]
The Early Literacy Strategies Collaborative Learning Community (CLC) is a teacher-centered space for examining literacy practices, sharing strategies, and reviewing outcomes as we all navigate the Science of Reading and the needs of Ohio's youngest learners. This session will focus on First Grade learners and their needs. We will enjoy exploring strategies and activities and […]
Writing isn't just for the ELA classroom and writing isn't just for assessing knowledge. Students can use writing to build knowledge, not just demonstrate it. In this session, educators will explore how brief, purposeful writing tasks can deepen thinking, increase engagement, and strengthen content understanding across disciplines. Participants will learn practical, classroom-ready strategies to embed […]
Writing isn't just for the ELA classroom and writing isn't just for assessing knowledge. Students can use writing to build knowledge, not just demonstrate it. In this session, educators will explore how brief, purposeful writing tasks can deepen thinking, increase engagement, and strengthen content understanding across disciplines. Participants will learn practical, classroom-ready strategies to embed […]
