Traditional worksheets often emphasize completion over thinking. In this interactive session, participants will explore strategies for transforming passive assignments into engaging learning experiences that promote critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, and authentic application. Teachers will examine what makes meaningful tasks memorable, learn practical approaches for redesigning existing worksheets, and leave with classroom-ready activities that increase student […]

Traditional worksheets often emphasize completion over thinking. In this interactive session, participants will explore strategies for transforming passive assignments into engaging learning experiences that promote critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, and authentic application. Teachers will examine what makes meaningful tasks memorable, learn practical approaches for redesigning existing worksheets, and leave with classroom-ready activities that increase student […]

"Lead with purpose. Inspire with vision." Effective special education leaders create cultures where every student and educator can thrive. In this opening Collaborative Learning Community, participants will establish a shared vision for inclusive leadership, identify current challenges and opportunities, and build relationships with fellow leaders. Through collaborative discussion and reflection, participants will explore how intentional […]

Discover the instructional framework that sets the foundation for high-impact teaching and learning. Participants will explore the Gradual Release of Responsibility model, examine the characteristics of effective instruction, and reflect on current classroom practices. This introductory session establishes a common foundation for the series while helping teachers identify strengths, prioritize areas for growth, and prepare […]

Join us for the first Secondary Success CLC! This initial circle will focus on the direct link between literacy gaps and student disengagement. We will share strategies to address chronic absenteeism by designing welcoming, high-engagement classrooms that prioritize connection and community. Bring your building's early attendance and engagement metrics. We will discuss frameworks that you […]

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.

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 […]