#LearnGrowThrive Summer Academy 2025: Full Schedule

Unlock the potential of math leadership by harnessing the power of data and strategic organization. In this interactive session, participants will explore practical strategies for analyzing student performance data to inform instruction, identify trends, and support teacher growth. Learn how to implement effective organizational systems that streamline planning, monitor progress, and drive results across grade levels. Whether you're a math coach, department chair, or instructional leader, this session will provide the tools and insights needed to lead with clarity, confidence, and measurable impact.

Speakers

Toni Best

MCL, Westover Middle School

Wednesday July 9, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am EDT
PFHS Room

90 Min. Focus Session, GROW

8:30am EDT

Establishing and Sustaining A High Performing School Culture: Lessons from Leverage Leadership LIMITED

Wednesday July 9, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am EDT

PFHS Room

A strong school culture doesn’t happen by chance — it is deliberately built and carefully maintained. Based on Paul Bambrick-Santoyo’s Leverage Leadership, this interactive transformation session equips school leaders and leadership teams with practical strategies to establish, model, and reinforce a culture of high expectations for every student and staff member. Participants will explore the key levers of strong school culture, experience real-world case studies, and walk away with a clear action plan to immediately strengthen their own school's climate.

Wednesday July 9, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am EDT
PFHS Room

90 Min. Focus Session, GROW

8:30am EDT

Leading with EVAAS LIMITED

Wednesday July 9, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am EDT

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This session will focus on school leadership teams leveraging EVAAS Diagnostic Reports to place students, guide classroom observations, providing targeted feedback, and assist teachers with setting professional growth goals.

Speakers

Regina "Ginger" Hyde

Wednesday July 9, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am EDT
PFHS Room

90 Min. Focus Session, GROW

8:30am EDT

Mindful Mastery: Transformative Practices for Empowering Educators and Students LIMITED

Wednesday July 9, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am EDT

PFHS Room

Mindful Integrated Management (MIM) is a comprehensive professional development program designed for educators, social workers, counselors, and administrators. This evidence-based program integrates mindfulness practices with behavior management strategies and restorative approaches to create positive, academically rigorous learning environments. The program emphasizes practical application across different grade levels while incorporating tiered support systems to meet individual student needs.

Participants will:
-> Develop proficiency in implementing restorative practices
-> Integrate tier-based behavior management strategies
-> Learn grade-specific mindfulness techniques.
-> Create sustainable projected plans.
-> Build capacity for ongoing professional growth.

Speakers

Jemn Hershberger

IABS, Cumberland County Schools

Jannell Powlen

Jamesha Brown

Ja'Kena Caldwell

Wednesday July 9, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am EDT
PFHS Room

90 Min. Focus Session, LEARN

8:30am EDT

Portraits of an NC Graduate: Bringing the Competencies to Life LIMITED

Wednesday July 9, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am EDT

PFHS Room

Speakers

Monica Robbins

Assistant Principal, Cumberland County Schools

Hello! My name is Monica N. Robbins. I am a District Instructional Coach for Cumberland County Schools. I’ve been in education for 12 years. I enjoy working with teachers and students as I serve 3 middle schools. I’m a proud alumnus of Fayetteville State University (2010) and... Read More →

Wednesday July 9, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am EDT
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90 Min. Focus Session, LEARN

8:30am EDT

Responsive Scheduling: Deepen Learning for Every Student LIMITED

Wednesday July 9, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am EDT

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This session, led by NCPI, will introduce Responsive Scheduling, a transformative approach to school-wide organization, highlighting its powerful integration with Infinite Campus's Hall Pass feature. Discover how this innovative framework empowers you to strategically design your school's master schedule, ensuring every learner receives targeted, personalized instructional support precisely when and where they need it.

Learn how Hall Pass, a dynamic digital tool within Infinite Campus, can revolutionize student movement. Say goodbye to paper passes as you explore how educators and administrators can seamlessly issue, track, and monitor student departures for everything from restroom breaks to office visits. This real-time electronic system not only reduces disruptions and enhances student supervision but also provides vital data for accountability and school safety.

By leveraging Responsive Scheduling alongside the Hall Pass feature, you'll unlock the potential to optimize resource allocation, elevate instructional effectiveness, and maintain a secure learning environment while promoting responsible student behavior. We'll show you how implementing this integrated system fits seamlessly into the new CCS Master Schedule block, a critical step in providing differentiated instruction and ensuring all students Learn, Grow, and Thrive! Join us to unlock the potential of a truly responsive learning environment.

Speakers

Lee Ann Holmes

NCSIS Professional Learning Consultant, NCDPI

Lee Ann is a Professional Learning Consultant for North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. Her experience in the past 30 years in education include classroom teacher for Math and Computer Science, Technology Instructional Facilitator, Canvas Administrator, and Specialist for... Read More →

Wednesday July 9, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am EDT
PFHS Room

90 Min. Focus Session, LEARN

8:30am EDT

Study Sync: ELA Instructional Resource Preview Grades 6-12 LIMITED

Wednesday July 9, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am EDT

PFHS Room

Participants will explore the components of the new CCS core resource for 6-12 ELA

Speakers

ELA Specialist

Wednesday July 9, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am EDT
PFHS Room

90 Min. Focus Session, LEARN

8:30am EDT

Talk the Talk, Walk the Walk: De-Escalation for Crisis Situations LIMITED

Wednesday July 9, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am EDT

PFHS Room

De-escalation training teaches individuals how to defuse tense or potentially violent situations through communication, empathy, and non-threatening behavior. The training focuses on recognizing early signs of agitation, using calm verbal techniques, maintaining a non-confrontational posture, and applying strategies to reduce conflict without the use of force. The goal is to ensure safety for all parties and resolve conflicts peacefully.

Speakers

EC Leadership

Wednesday July 9, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am EDT
PFHS Room

90 Min. Focus Session, LEARN

Host Organization CCS Office of Professional Learning

8:30am EDT

The Thrive Sanctuary: Your Space for Well-being & Recharge LIMITED

Wednesday July 9, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am EDT

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The Thrive Sanctuary: Your Open Space for Well-being & Recharge
Step into The Thrive Sanctuary, a dedicated space designed for you to unwind, recenter, and reconnect with your inner calm. This unique 90-minute block offers a flexible, float-in-and-out format, allowing you to engage in self-care activities at your own pace. Choose from three distinct opportunities to nurture your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.

Calm Oasis Retreat
Escape the hustle and bustle in our Calm Oasis Retreat. This serene environment is designed to soothe your senses with tranquil sounds, calming visuals, and comfortable seating. Engage in mindful activities such as therapeutic coloring or journaling prompts that encourage reflection and self-awareness. It's the perfect spot to simply breathe and recharge.

Earthing & Planting Seeds
Reconnect with the natural world and ground yourself through our Earthing & Planting Seeds experience. Discover the therapeutic power of connecting with the earth as you engage in light, hands-on activities like potting small plants or arranging natural elements. This practice can be incredibly energizing, helping to reduce stress and foster a sense of peace and stability.

Wearing Intentions
Tap into mindfulness and creative expression with Wearing Intentions. This unique opportunity invites you to engage in the meditative art of bracelet making. As you select beads and string them together, you'll set personal intentions, allowing this creative process to become a powerful form of focus and self-reflection. Crafting with your hands naturally shifts your stress, enhancing cognitive well-being and leaving you with a tangible reminder of your aspirations.

Wednesday July 9, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am EDT
PFHS Room

Wellness Block, THRIVE

8:30am EDT

Collaborative Teaching in Action for TA and Teacher Teams

Wednesday July 9, 2025 8:30am - 11:45am EDT

PFHS Room

Successful co-teaching relies on effective collaboration to ensure high-quality instruction for all students. In this workshop, teachers and instructional assistants will define key principles of co-teaching, explore strategies for strengthening co-teaching partnerships, and build a plan to implement cohesive instructional practices that enhance student outcomes.

Speakers

Better Lessons

Wednesday July 9, 2025 8:30am - 11:45am EDT
PFHS Room

3 Hour Transformative Workshop, LEARN

8:30am EDT

Enchancing School Improvement Through Collective Efficacy: A Framework Grounded in Hattie's Effect Sizes and Implementation Science LIMITED

Wednesday July 9, 2025 8:30am - 11:45am EDT

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Enhance school improvement by increasing collective efficacy among educators. Grounded in John Hattie'sVisible Learning research and supported by Implementation Science principles, this session aims to build collaborative professional cultures that maximize student learning outcomes. Hattie's meta-analysis identifies collective teacher efficacy (CTE) as having the highest effect size (1.57) on student achievement. This
session leverages that evidence to develop astrategic, evidence-based approach to transform instructional practices and foster sustained school improvement.

• Align professional learning and instructional practices with high- effect size practices (Hattie).
• Embed continuous improvement processes through Implementation Science using the formula: Evidence-based practices/programs X implementation methods X enabling contexts =desired impact.

Speakers

Dr. Kathy Kennedy

Founder and President, KLK Educational Services, Inc.

Wednesday July 9, 2025 8:30am - 11:45am EDT
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3 Hour Transformative Workshop, GROW

8:30am EDT

Promoting Student Achivement through Common Instructional Knowledge, Language and Tools LIMITED

Wednesday July 9, 2025 8:30am - 11:45pm EDT

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This session will introduce participants to a finite and manageable set of actionable, measurable, and replicable practices that have consistently transformed student achievement across urban, suburban, and rural schools and districts throughout the United States—before, during, and after the pandemic. During this workshop, educators will engage with key instructional strategies designed to enhance both teaching and student outcomes. The four foci of the professional development workshop are as follows:

• Focus #1: Composing and Leveraging Performance-Based Objectives
• Focus #2: Curriculum-Driven Opportunities to Teach and Assess General and Content-Specific Academic Language
• Focus #3: Gradual Release of Responsibility, the 5Es, and the Planning Table
• Focus #4: Defining Expectations for Writing

Participants will leave informed, energized, and equipped with a concrete blueprint for integrating literacy practices into instruction in all grades and content areas characterized by support and accountability.

Speakers

Dr. Donyall Dickey

Founder and CEO, Epiphany Education

Donyall D. Dickey, Ed.D. is a nationally recognized authority on curriculum, instruction, organizational development, and the administration of schools. Unparalleled levels of student achievement and school improvement distinguish Dr. Dickey’s 20+ year career as an educational leader... Read More →

Wednesday July 9, 2025 8:30am - 11:45pm EDT
PFHS Room

3 Hour Transformative Workshop, GROW

Host Organization CCS Office of Professional Learning

10:15am EDT

A Field of Growth: NC Resources for Educators LIMITED

Wednesday July 9, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am EDT

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This session will focus on professional development resources in North Carolina, specifically resources connected with the NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.

Speakers

Talicia L. Smith

Wednesday July 9, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am EDT
PFHS Room

90 Min. Focus Session, LEARN

10:15am EDT

Coherent Math: Instructional Resource Preview Grades 9-12 LIMITED

Wednesday July 9, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am EDT

PFHS Room

Participants will explore the components of the new CCS core resource for 9-12 Math

Speakers

Math Specialists

Secondary Math Specialist, Cumberland County Schools

Wednesday July 9, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am EDT
PFHS Room

90 Min. Focus Session, LEARN

10:15am EDT

ECATS: Where Tracking Meets Transformation LIMITED

Wednesday July 9, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am EDT

PFHS Room

Accurate, timely, and efficient data management is at the heart of exceptional children (EC) services—and ECATS is the tool that makes it possible. This professional development session equips educators and support staff with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate ECATS with confidence and precision. Participants will explore key features of the platform, including IEP development, progress monitoring, service documentation, and compliance tracking. Through guided walkthroughs, real-time demonstrations, and scenario-based problem-solving, attendees will deepen their understanding of how to use ECATS not just as a compliance tool, but as a powerful resource for improving student outcomes. Whether you're new to ECATS or looking to refine your workflow, this session will provide practical tips and tools to help you stay organized, informed, and student-focused.

Speakers

EC Compliance Team

Wednesday July 9, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am EDT
PFHS Room

90 Min. Focus Session, GROW

10:15am EDT

Essentials of SST LIMITED

Wednesday July 9, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am EDT

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This session will review the steps to making a referral to the Student Service Team (SST) from implementing tiered evidence-based interventions to referring to the IEP Team.

Speakers

Lisa Craver

Psychological Services Coordinator, CCS

School Psychologist for 30+ years. Currently working as Psychological Services Coordinator.

Wednesday July 9, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am EDT
PFHS Room

90 Min. Focus Session, GROW

10:15am EDT

From Chalkboards to Chatbots: Responsible Generative AI in Cumberland County Schools LIMITED

Wednesday July 9, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am EDT

PFHS Room

Step into the future of education with this engaging session designed to empower educators with the knowledge and tools to implement Generative AI responsibly in the classroom. "From Chalkboards to Chatbots" explores how AI is transforming teaching and learning in Cumberland County and what schools need to consider to do it right. You'll learn about the ethical use of AI, privacy concerns, age-appropriate applications, and real-life examples of success. Whether you're curious, cautious, or already experimenting with AI tools, this session offers practical guidance, clear frameworks, and interactive ideas to bring innovation into your school—without losing the human touch.

Speakers

Adrienne Reaves

Digital Learning Facilitator, Cumberland County Schools

Wednesday July 9, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am EDT
PFHS Room

90 Min. Focus Session, LEARN

10:15am EDT

HMH: Math Instructional Resource Preview Grades 6-8 LIMITED

Wednesday July 9, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am EDT

PFHS Room

Participants will explore the components of the new CCS core resource for 6-8 Math

Speakers

Math Specialists

Secondary Math Specialist, Cumberland County Schools

Wednesday July 9, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am EDT
PFHS Room

90 Min. Focus Session, LEARN

10:15am EDT

HMH: Math Instructional Resource Preview Grades K-5 FULL

Wednesday July 9, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am EDT

PFHS Room

Participants will explore the components of the new CCS core resource forK-5 Math

Speakers

Math Specialists

Secondary Math Specialist, Cumberland County Schools

Wednesday July 9, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am EDT
PFHS Room

90 Min. Focus Session, LEARN

10:15am EDT

Mindfulness and Yoga LIMITED

Wednesday July 9, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am EDT

PFHS Room

Participants will take part in an active session to build their toolbox of calming strategies to thrive in the educational setting. Chair yoga and a "make and take" activity are included in this session. A waiver must be completed prior to taking part and space is limited to 12 participants per session-2 sessions maximum each day due to materials.

Speakers

Antoreya Scott

Cumberland County Schools

Wednesday July 9, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am EDT
PFHS Room

90 Min. Focus Session, THRIVE

10:15am EDT

Motivation Mindset: Getting Back into the Classroom LIMITED

Wednesday July 9, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am EDT

PFHS Room

This session is about leading teachers through a journey of examining why they chose to teach and the reasons they continue to continue. It is designed to be reflective and to reconnect teachers to the classroom and their purpose for being there.

Speakers

Nicole Rivers

Multi-Classroom Leader

Nicole Rivers has been an educator in Cumberland County Schools since fall 2004. She earned her degree in Secondary English Education at Fayetteville State University, which led to rich educational experiences in urban, rural, alternative and virtual settings. Her years of professional... Read More →

Wednesday July 9, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am EDT
PFHS Room

90 Min. Focus Session, LEARN

10:15am EDT

Planting the Seed of Mentorship LIMITED

Wednesday July 9, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am EDT

PFHS Room

Mentors will learn about the mentorship program for the 2025-2026 school year, and best practices for supporting mentees.

Speakers

Ashley Peterson

Facilitator, Cumberland County Schools

Wednesday July 9, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am EDT
PFHS Room

90 Min. Focus Session, GROW

10:15am EDT

The Empowered School Leader: Building Bridges, Systems & Self LIMITED

Wednesday July 9, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am EDT

PFHS Room

Being a school leader today means wearing a dozen hats before 10 AM—and doing it all with grace, resilience, and clarity. The Empowered School Leader is a dynamic, interactive session that invites school administrators to lead with both strategy and heart.

We’ll explore what it means to build bridges—between families, students, staff, and community—and how to create systems that actually support the work (instead of overwhelming it). We'll learn how to document with purpose, coach with compassion, and provide support that makes sense.

But most importantly, we’ll focus on you: your leadership identity, personal values and strengths, wellness practices, and growth mindset. Here's the truth: you can’t lead others effectively if you're running on empty. Because the most powerful tool in any school? A leader who is grounded, energized, and connected to their purpose.

Speakers

Kimberly Tamsett

Assistant Principal, Cumberland County Schools

Wednesday July 9, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am EDT
PFHS Room

90 Min. Focus Session, GROW

10:15am EDT

The Thrive Sanctuary: Your Space for Well-being & Recharge LIMITED

Wednesday July 9, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am EDT

PFHS Room

Wednesday July 9, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am EDT
PFHS Room

Wellness Block, THRIVE

11:45am EDT

Lunch Games Music

Wednesday July 9, 2025 11:45am - 12:45pm EDT

PFHS Room

Wednesday July 9, 2025 11:45am - 12:45pm EDT
PFHS Room

Pinned Session

12:45pm EDT

A Deeper Dive into UFLI: Grades K-3

Wednesday July 9, 2025 12:45pm - 2:15pm EDT

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Explore how UFLI aligns to the science of reading and explore how the UFLI evidence-based instructional methods promote reading proficiency

Speakers

Kendra McCrary

Wednesday July 9, 2025 12:45pm - 2:15pm EDT
PFHS Room

90 Min. Focus Session, LEARN

12:45pm EDT

A Deeper Dive into Wonders: Grades K-5 LIMITED

Wednesday July 9, 2025 12:45pm - 2:15pm EDT

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Exploring instructional routines in our K-5 ELA core resource

Speakers

Donna White

K-5 ELA Curriculum Specialist, Cumberland County Schools

Wednesday July 9, 2025 12:45pm - 2:15pm EDT
PFHS Room

90 Min. Focus Session, LEARN

12:45pm EDT

Co-teaching Partnerships: Partners in C.R.I.M.E. LIMITED

Wednesday July 9, 2025 12:45pm - 2:15pm EDT

PFHS Room

In today’s inclusive and collaborative classrooms, co-teaching offers a dynamic approach to meeting the diverse needs of all learners. This professional development session explores the core principles, models, and best practices of co-teaching, empowering educators to build strong partnerships that enhance instruction and student success. Through interactive activities, real-world case studies, and reflective discussions, participants will learn how to effectively plan, deliver, and evaluate co-taught lessons. Whether you're new to co-teaching or refining your practice, this session provides practical strategies for seamless collaboration, shared responsibility, and mutual growth. Join us to transform your teaching partnership into a powerful tool for learning.

Speakers

EC Leadership Team

Wednesday July 9, 2025 12:45pm - 2:15pm EDT
PFHS Room

90 Min. Focus Session, LEARN

12:45pm EDT

ECATS: What's That Got to Do with Me? LIMITED

Wednesday July 9, 2025 12:45pm - 2:15pm EDT

PFHS Room

Navigating ECATS a hands-on professional development session designed to as an introduction or refresher to build confidence and clarity in navigating ECATS, our statewide special education data system. Whether you're a classroom teacher managing IEPs, testing administrator searching for Review of Accommodation Forms or an administrator supporting compliance and accountability, this session will provide practical guidance for using ECATS efficiently and accurately.

Participants will explore essential features, time-saving tips, and best practices to ensure data integrity, streamline documentation, and support student outcomes. Together, we’ll demystify the platform, tackle common challenges, and align our work with The Exceptional Children department's commitment to Moving Forward.

Speakers

Tina L. Swann-Binaxas

Wednesday July 9, 2025 12:45pm - 2:15pm EDT
PFHS Room

90 Min. Focus Session, LEARN

12:45pm EDT

Establishing and Sustaining A High Performing School Culture: Lessons from Leverage Leadership LIMITED

Wednesday July 9, 2025 12:45pm - 2:15pm EDT

PFHS Room

Wednesday July 9, 2025 12:45pm - 2:15pm EDT
PFHS Room

90 Min. Focus Session, GROW

12:45pm EDT

From Understanding to Action: Learn Grow Thrive with Title IX LIMITED

Wednesday July 9, 2025 12:45pm - 2:15pm EDT

PFHS Room

Empower yourself with the knowledge to create a fair and supportive educational setting in your role with Cumberland County Schools. This session will help all participants learn how to recognize and respond to discrimination on the basis of sex and sexual harassment under Title IX. Gain clarity on identification and reporting procedures while growing your capacity to cultivate a learning/working environment where each student and employee thrives by implementing evidence-based practices.

Speakers

Kailey Hill

Title IX Officer, Cumberland County Schools

Kailey Hill is the Title IX Officer for Cumberland County Schools. She assists school administrators, complainants, and respondents with the grievance process for formal and informal complaints of discrimination on the basis of sex. She also serves as the distict's investigator for... Read More →

Wednesday July 9, 2025 12:45pm - 2:15pm EDT
PFHS Room

90 Min. Focus Session, GROW

12:45pm EDT

LEA Representatives: Not the Least Experienced Administrator LIMITED

Wednesday July 9, 2025 12:45pm - 2:15pm EDT

PFHS Room

The Local Education Agency (LEA) plays a vital role in IEP (Individualized Education Program) meetings. They bring the expertise and resources needed to make sure a student’s needs are met. LEA representatives help ensure that the school provides the right support, from specialized services to accommodations, and work with families and teachers to create a plan that helps the student succeed in the least restrictive environment. This session will support you to facilitate IEP meetings as the process leader with confidence and rooted in legally sound decision making.

Speakers

EC Leadership Team

Wednesday July 9, 2025 12:45pm - 2:15pm EDT
PFHS Room

90 Min. Focus Session, GROW

12:45pm EDT

Responsive Scheduling: Deepen Learning for Every Student LIMITED

Wednesday July 9, 2025 12:45pm - 2:15pm EDT

PFHS Room

Speakers

Lee Ann Holmes

NCSIS Professional Learning Consultant, NCDPI

Wednesday July 9, 2025 12:45pm - 2:15pm EDT
PFHS Room

90 Min. Focus Session, LEARN

12:45pm EDT

Study Sync: ELA Instructional Resource Preview Grades 6-12 LIMITED

Wednesday July 9, 2025 12:45pm - 2:15pm EDT

PFHS Room

Participants will explore the components of the new CCS core resource for 6-12 ELA

Speakers

ELA Specialists

Wednesday July 9, 2025 12:45pm - 2:15pm EDT
PFHS Room

90 Min. Focus Session, LEARN

12:45pm EDT

Survive and Strive LIMITED

Wednesday July 9, 2025 12:45pm - 2:15pm EDT

PFHS Room

Discuss overcoming educators' challenges to overcome survival mode and thrive in a demanding environment.

Speakers

Talicia L. Smith

Wednesday July 9, 2025 12:45pm - 2:15pm EDT
PFHS Room

90 Min. Focus Session, THRIVE

12:45pm EDT

The Thrive Sanctuary: Your Space for Well-being & Recharge LIMITED

Wednesday July 9, 2025 12:45pm - 2:15pm EDT

PFHS Room

Wednesday July 9, 2025 12:45pm - 2:15pm EDT
PFHS Room

Wellness Block, THRIVE

12:45pm EDT

Collaborative Teaching in Action for TA and Teacher Teams

Wednesday July 9, 2025 12:45pm - 4:00pm EDT

PFHS Room

Speakers

Better Lessons

Wednesday July 9, 2025 12:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
PFHS Room

3 Hour Transformative Workshop, LEARN

12:45pm EDT

Enhancing School Improvement Through Collective Efficacy: A Framework Grounded in Hattie's Effect Sizes and Implementation Science LIMITED

Wednesday July 9, 2025 12:45pm - 4:00pm EDT

PFHS Room

Speakers

Dr. Kathy Kennedy

Founder and President, KLK Educational Services, Inc.

Wednesday July 9, 2025 12:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
PFHS Room

3 Hour Transformative Workshop, GROW

2:30pm EDT

Boots on the Ground: Empowering Educators to Learn, Grow, Thrive in the Classroom LIMITED

Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT

PFHS Room

By the end of this session, participants will:

Reflect on their current classroom practices and identify growth areas.

Explore interactive strategies that support student engagement and differentiated instruction.

Collaborate with peers to solve real classroom challenges using a boots-on-the-ground mindset.

Leave with ready-to-implement tools aligned to learning, thriving, and growing.

Speakers

Monica Robbins

Assistant Principal, Cumberland County Schools

Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
PFHS Room

90 Min. Focus Session, LEARN

2:30pm EDT

Coherent Math: Instructional Resource Preview Grades 9-12 LIMITED

Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT

PFHS Room

Participants will explore the components of the new CCS core resource for 9-12 Math

Speakers

Math Specialists

Secondary Math Specialist, Cumberland County Schools

Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
PFHS Room

90 Min. Focus Session, LEARN

2:30pm EDT

Empowering Math Leaders: Data-Driven Decisions & Organizational Tools for Impact LIMITED

Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT

PFHS Room

Speakers

Toni Best

MCL, Westover Middle School

Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
PFHS Room

90 Min. Focus Session, GROW

2:30pm EDT

Harmonizing Success: Foundations of IABS and MTSS LIMITED

Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT

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This session is designed to provide educators, administrators, and support staff with a comprehensive introduction to Integrated Academic and Behavioral Systems (IABS) within the framework of a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS). Participants will explore how the integration of academic and behavioral supports creates a cohesive approach to student success, fostering equitable outcomes for all learners.

Speakers

Jemn Hershberger

IABS, Cumberland County Schools

Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
PFHS Room

90 Min. Focus Session, LEARN

2:30pm EDT

HMH: Math Instructional Resource Preview Grades 6-8 LIMITED

Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT

PFHS Room

Participants will explore the components of the new CCS core resource for 6-8 Math

Speakers

Math Specialists

Secondary Math Specialist, Cumberland County Schools

Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
PFHS Room

90 Min. Focus Session, LEARN

2:30pm EDT

HMH: Math Instructional Resource Preview Grades K-5 LIMITED

Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT

PFHS Room

Participants will explore the components of the new CCS core resource for K-5 Math

Speakers

Math Specialists

Secondary Math Specialist, Cumberland County Schools

Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
PFHS Room

90 Min. Focus Session, LEARN

2:30pm EDT

Mindfulness and Yoga FILLING

Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT

PFHS Room

Speakers

Antoreya Scott

Cumberland County Schools

Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
PFHS Room

90 Min. Focus Session, THRIVE

2:30pm EDT

Motivation Mindset: Getting Back into the Classroom LIMITED

Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT

PFHS Room

Speakers

Nicole Rivers

Multi-Classroom Leader

Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
PFHS Room

90 Min. Focus Session, LEARN

2:30pm EDT

Plug In & Teach: Mastering Our Digital Classroom Tools LIMITED

Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT

PFHS Room

Ready to level up your digital teaching game? In this hands-on session, you'll get a guided tour of our county-approved Learning Management Systems (LMS), explore their key features, and learn practical tips to streamline instruction, communication, and student engagement. Whether you're brand new or looking to sharpen your skills, this session will plug you into the tools that power today's classrooms — so you can teach smarter, not harder.

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