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66th Annual Convention
November 8-11, 2012
Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront - 1401 SW Naito Parkway, Portland OR 97201 - 503-226-7600
Governor John Kitzhaber addressed the general session on Saturday, November 10. He shared important and timely information on p
rogress toward the state's 40-40-20 goal and the critical partnership role of school boards in supporting improved student achievement.
Chief Education Officer Dr. Rudy Crew addressed the general session on Friday, November 9.
Practical Information
More than 65 workshops provide you with tools and ideas to aid your decision making and help students succeed.
Industry Partners
In the Exhibit Hall, discover new services and products from companies ready to help you reach your goals. Learn from industry experts in quick and informative sessions.
There's no better way to connect with others and share experiences than at the receptions, meals, exhibits and workshops.
The Lounge
This is convention's central hub; you can interact with colleagues, meet the speakers, buy a book or check your email.
Great Examples
Student entertainment, an art show and some of the workshops feature the talents and accomplishments of Oregon students.
Great things are happening in education. At convention, we recognize and celebrate your achievements!
Networking Opportunities
- Opening reception
Sponsored by PACE
4:00-6:30 pm
- Industry Reception Night
Garrett Hemann Robertson Reception
5:00-7:00 pm
- First Student Reception 5:30 pm (invitation) followed by Dinner at 6:30 pm (invitation)
- Imagine Learning Reception 5:30 pm (invitation) followed by Dinner at 6:30 pm (invitation)
Exhibit Hall
- Exhibits open
4:00 pm-6:30 pm
- Exhibits open
7:30 am-4:00 pm
- Breakfast
7:30-8:15 am
- Lunch
Noon-1:15 pm
The Lounge
The place to meet, relax and use your computer.
- 7:30 am-4:00 pm
- 7:00 am-4:00 pm
Convention bonus - Trail Blazer savings
While you're in Portland for our annual convention, don't pass up an opportunity to see live basketball Saturday night, Nov. 10 at 7 p.m.
OSBA can save you up to $12 per ticket to see the Portland Trail Blazers battle the San Antonio Spurs. OSBA members also have the opportunity to arrive early (at 5:30 pm) before the general public and watch the Trail Blazers warm-up prior to the game!
See the attached flyer for more details.
Board Secretaries' Workshop
Unlocking the Brain's Secrets to Transform Life and Work
Presented by Dr. Elaine Johnson, author of A Beginner's Guide to the Brain: Major Discoveries that Will Change Your Life
In the past, scientists could study only damaged or dead brains. For the past thirty years, however, new technology has made it possible for scientists to look inside the healthy, living brain. Because of MRIs, CAT scans and other technology, today scientists know that relationships change the brain in ways that shape intelligence, influence personality, and affect emotional balance. They know why the brain forms habits and resists change, and why it likes some leadership tactics and reject others. Scientists also understand the brain's need to belong and to find meaning.
Dr. Johnson will describe some of the remarkable discoveries that brain research has made and apply these discoveries to your life and work. Don't miss this opportunity to learn about building a brain-friendly workplace and strengthening your brain's speed and power.
Dr. Elaine Johnson, Executive Director of MBM Associates, consultants to educators and business leaders, served for many years as a university professor and administrator, dean of community college vocational and academic programs, and a high school teacher. A Woodrow Wilson Fellow, Dr. Johnson is the recipient of many awards and honors for her work as an educator.
Elaine is the author of Contextual Teaching and Learning: What It Is and Why It's Here to Stay (2002) and The Dismantling of Public Education and How to Stop It (2003). Dr. Johnson will be on-hand following her session to sign purchased copies of her new book, A Beginner's Guide to the Brain: Major Discoveries that Will Change Your Life (2012)
Additional workshop sessions include information on iPads and public records along with a fun-filled mock board meeting and a panel presentation on what it takes to be an outstanding board secretary from the perspective of board members and superintendents.
Thursday, November 8
8:00 a.m. Registration
8:15 a.m. Welcome
View the Board Secretaries' workshop agenda.
Log in to My OSBA and register now.
Council of School Attorneys Workshop
Friday, November 9, - 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
The Annual Conference will focus on the tough issues school attorneys face every day -- there will be a Supreme Court update on recent education rulings, addressing diversity issues currently surfacing in the legal profession and our education system as well as getting updates on some of the hottest legal issues in P-20 education.
Oregon schools produce some of the most amazing musical talent! Hearing and seeing them perform reminds us all of the many rewards students get from music programs and how important they are in our schools. Here are your opportunities to hear student entertainers this year.
Pendleton High School Swing Choir
Pendleton 16
Performing During:General Session: Jamie Vollmer
When: Friday, November 9, 2012 (1:15 PM - 3:00 PM)
Awards: The PHS Swing Choir has been accepted to perform for Disney Performing Arts on multiple occasions, and frequently travels to do so. In addition, they have received ratings of "I" or "I+" (an 'Outstanding') at their ensemble competition within our regional music district for several consecutive years. The swing choir was invited to perform this year for the Oregon State Board of Education listening session held in Pendleton. Partly due to the success of this group, Pendleton was chosen in 2010 by the NAMM Foundation as one of only two 'Best Communities for Music Education'.
The Pendleton High School Swing Choir is the top performing ensemble for the choral program at PHS and represent the top 15% of our choral program. The students perform a widely varied repertoire, from madrigals and early music to jazz, musicals and pop. The ensemble often performs lightly staged choreographed works in conjunction with a rhythm section, and is frequently requested for performances within our community and beyond.
Phoenix Theatre
Hood River County
Performing During:General Session: Dr. Luis Cruz
When: Saturday, November 10, 2012 (8:45 AM - 10:30 AM)
Awards: Phoenix Theatre is highly acclaimed and known throughout the valley. Because of the rigor of the class, students are able to receive college credit through the dual enrollment program offered through Columbia Gorge Community College.
Phoenix Theatre is a combination Commedia Dell'Arte and Jean Le Coq style of theatre. Through the audition process students are chosen for their movement ability, creative talent and strong work ethic. Through the collaborative process, pieces are created that run the gamut of classical mime, sword combat, dance, puppets (always made from unexpected sources), hula hoops, unicycles, Boomwhackers: the sky is the limit. While all shows are designed to appeal to the young and young at heart, Phoenix Theatre has been called upon to create works that address a more adult, serious theme, such as Community Reads events. Our "bread and butter" are our road shows that we take to the elementary schools in the area. Our mission here is to bring live theatre to the children of the gorge. We also take the traveling show to Saturday Markets, gala openings and workshops. In January we provide a special "Phoenix Theatre's Big Show in the Bowe," a one hour musical or play. Expect to see fast paced, well-executed numbers, often with an uplifting message. A Piece I would like to offer would be a Stomp-like piece called "Reduce, Reuse, Recycle" that uses a Brazilian beat on garbage bags, plastic bottles, recycling bins and giant garbage cans on wheels. We have other wonderful pieces to choose from as well.
Philomath High School Jazz Band
Philomath 17J
Performing During:General Session: Jack Gallagher
When: Sunday, November 11, 2012 (8:15 AM - 9:45 AM)
Awards: Philomath High School is a two time Grammy Award Signature School, as well as a state level award winning Jazz Band.
High School Jazz Band - Traditional Big Band dance style music.
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OSBA Exhibition EXHIBITOR LIST
November 8-11, 2012
Thank you for your interest in our exhibition at the Oregon School Boards Association's annual convention. This is an excellent opportunity for your business to meet school decision-makers. No other event in Oregon offers your company this level of exposure to board members, the people ultimately responsible for decisions in their local schools. Also consider the event partner opportunities. Participating as an event partner or sponsoring a component of convention increases your exposure and is another way to build brand and product awareness.
Qualified Leads - Close to 900 board members, superintendents and staff attend our convention looking for new ideas, services and money-saving techniques.
Traffic - The opening reception, meals, breaks and the student art fair and sale are in the Exhibit Hall. It's where attendees will connect with each other and you.
Partnerships - Increase your exposure through event partnerships or corporate opportunities. In one step, your company will have visibility within the public education market, building brand and product awareness.
The Lounge - The hub of convention and the entrance to the Exhibit Hall. Attendees can check email, buy a book and interact with colleagues, speakers and exhibitors - this is the place to be.
Download these informational materials and to register.
Pay fees online through PaySchools.
Contact Lori Sattenspiel for more information.
Registration/Meal Information
|OSBA Members -- Registration Fees
|By 10/05/12
|After 10/05/12
|New board members elected/appointed on or after 12/01/2011
|First 3 paid registrations (per person)
|All additional paid registrations (per person)
|Board Secretaries Workshop (per person) (includes lunch)
(Free for OSBA members if you are attending convention also)
|Council of School Attorneys (per person) (CLE credit applied for)
(Free for OSBA members if you are attending convention also)
Meals are not included in the cost of registration. OSBA members and non-members may sign up for meals onsite
|Non-OSBA Members -- Registration Fees
|By 10/05/12
|After 10/05/12
|New board members elected/appointed on or after 12/01/2011
|Convention registration (per person)
|Board Secretaries Workshop (per person) (includes lunch)
|Council of School Attorneys (per person) (CLE credit applied for)
*Board Secretaries and Council School Attorneys workshop fees are waived if the attendee is a convention registrant.
|Cancellation: After October 5, a $50 fee is charged for each cancellation. No shows will be billed for the entire registration fee plus requested meals.
Meal Information
Meal tickets may be ordered for spouses or guests; convention registration is not required. Tickets must be purchased by 4 p.m. the day prior to the meal. For refunds, meal tickets must be returned 48 hours before the meal.
|Opening Reception Thursday
|Networking Breakfast buffet Friday (first-come, first-served)
|Lunch Friday
|Lunch Saturday
Breakfast Saturday (ESD, Small Schools and Critical Issues)
|Breakfast Sunday - Followed by General Session with Jack Gallagher
Friday, November 9, 2012
Friday Morning Workshops - 8:15-9:30 a.m.
- Exploring Your Career Pathway to Leadership: High Quality, Relevant, Job-embedded by Colin Cameron and Cheryl Brown, COSA (60 KB )
- Strategic Planning: Setting Expectations and Building Collective Will Are Two Key Board Roles by Steve Lamb, OSBA (9.67 MB )
- Charter Governance Through Policy by Peggy Holstedt, OSBA (2,899 KB )
- Assessment of Essential Skills by Derek Brown, Oregon Deparment of Education, Nancy Bush-Lange, Oregon City High School and Anitra McCormack, Oregon City High School (1,665 KB )
- Principles of Effective Expanded Learning Opportunities by Tammy Marino, OregonASK (1,112 KB )
- Sustainability for 21st CCLC - Show Me the Money by Mary Masla, OregonASK (76 KB )
Friday Morning Workshops - 10:00-11:15 a.m.
- Roles and Responsibilities by Steve Lamb (9.68 MB )
- Cyberbullying: What Educators Need to Know to Keep School Communities Safe by Dr. Moses Wambalaba, Education Northwest (52 KB )
- Creative Leadership Achieves Student Success by Sue Hildick, Chalkboard Project Linda Borquist, CLASS coach and Lynn Evans, Redmond SD (1.24 MB )
- PERS - What's Next? by Jim Green, OSBA (151 KB )
- Communication in a Crisis by Joe Krumm, North Clackamas School District (735 KB )
- Best Practices and Educational Investment: The Quality Education Commission's 2012 Report by Brian Reeder, Department of Education and Doug Wells, Department of Education (635 KB )
- Bringing Our Own Student "Back...Through the Future" - An Online Approach by Garry Weber, Springfield Public Schools, Jane Falls, Springfield Public Schools and Al King, Springfield Public Schools (1,227 KB ) Online update (71 KB )
Friday Morning Workshops - 11:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
- Building GREAT Relationships Betwen Charter Schools and Sponsoring Districts by Adrienne Black, Montessori Public Charter (202 KB )
Friday Afternoon Workshops - 3:30-4:00 p.m.
- Board's Role in Termination by Peggy Stock, OSBA (79 KB )
- Lighthouse Overview and Update by Joe Wehrli, OSBA (36 KB )
- Superintendent Options in Tough Economic Times by Donna Herren, OSBA (224 KB )
- Your District's Ongoing Reporting Responsibilities to Investors in Your School's Bondsby Laura Lockwood-McCall, Oregon State Treasury and Ann Sherman, Hawkins, Delafield and Wood (573 KB )
Friday Afternoon Vendor Showcase - 3:30-4:00 p.m.
- Showcase: Mad Science by Sue Theissen (1.02 MB )
Saturday, November 12, 2011
Saturday Morning General Session - 8:45-10:30 a.m.
- Why We as Educators Are in the Business of Saving Student Lives by Dr. Luis Cruz (4,928 KB )
Saturday Morning Workshops - 11:00-12:15 p.m.
- The Distinguished Educators Council: Teacher Recommendations on Supporting & Strengthening Teaching by Allan Bruner, Colton HS, Michael Mann, Clear Creek MS, Jessica Smith, West Albany HS, Tandy Wolf, Cedaroak Park Primary School, Colleen Works, Corvallis HS and Kevin Zerzan, Gladstone HS (2212 KB )
- HB2220: Connecting School Boards, Proficiency & Student Achievement by Diane Smith, Business Education Compact (355 KB )
- Professional Learning Communities by Dr. Luis Cruz (2,514 KB )
- Understanding Oregon's Property Tax System by Carol Samuels, Seattle-Northwest Securities Corp., Mary Macpherson, Seattle-Northwest Securities Corp. and David Williams, Portland Public Schools (2,276 KB )
- ORVED - Personalized Learning for All Districts by Paul Peterson, Northwest Regional ESD (5,341 KB )
- The School Board as Leader in Student Achievement by Larry Glaze, La Grande School District, Joe Justice, La Grande School District, Merle Comfort, La Grande School District, Mike Gregory, La Grande School District, Jillian Chandler, La Grande School District and Taunya Barnett, La Grande School District (3,199 KB )
- School Law for Board Members by Haley Percell, OSBA and John Stellwagen (403 KB )
- Charter School Legal Basics by Ben Becker and Morgan Smith (357 KB )
Saturday Afternoon Workshops - 3:30-4:45 p.m.
- Dysfunction in the Boardroom by Betsy Miller-Jones, OSBA (5.32 MB )
- Common Core State Standards & Smarter Balance & Achievement Compacts! OH MY! by Mickey Garrison, ODE, Peggy Holstedt and Joe Wehrli, OSBA (619 KB )
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2012 Event Partners
- D.A. Davidson & Co.
- Seattle-Northwest Securities Corp.
- Hill International
- Brattain International
- LifeGuard Structures
As an event partner you have the opportunity for face-to-face interaction with members. Event partner packages are designed to simplify your participation and will help you build brand and product awareness.
All event partners and sponsors receive:
- Recognition on OSBA's website in the partner and sponsor sections in corporate opportunities and here on these annual convention pages.
- Listing on OSBA's Facebook page.
- Listing in the convention program.
- Logo rotating on the big screens prior to general sessions.
- A mailing list of registered attendees prior to convention.
Event Partner packages:
Convention media partner - Combine an exhibit booth and a full page advertisement in the convention program.
Scholarship Fund partner - Help an individual attend the convention by contributing to the Scholarship Fund. You may assist OSBA staff in drawing the winner(s) at one of the general sessions. An exhibit booth is included at a discount.
Convention sponsor partner - Sponsor a component and receive a 10% discount on an exhibit booth.
Opportunities document and form
Opening reception - The opening reception in the exhibit hall is available exclusively or by individual hors d'oeuvres. Receive recognition in marketing materials, signs and a personalized invitation postcard to registered attendees.
Keynote speakers
Be a part of the inspiration! Address the attendees and introduce one of the general session speakers. You'll also receive recognition in the program near the presentation description.
Networking breakfast-Friday - Held in the exhibit hall and free to all attendees, Friday breakfast is the kick-off to the day of networking. Signs at each buffet catch attention. Napkins or other service items with your company name are available by request.
Networking lunch-Friday - Lunch is a casual buffet allowing attendees time to eat, mingle and connect with the services and products you offer. Exhibit hall entrance and buffet signs capture attention. One meal ticket included.
Refreshment & Networking breaks -
Friday AM or PM break: Friday's breaks are 30 minutes to allow ample time to connect. The hall is also the only place to get a free cup of tea or coffee. Signs at the break stations capture attention.
Saturday AM or PM Break: Saturday's breaks are held in the LLI foyer in front of the OSBA registration desk. Signs at the break stations capture attention.
Reception-Friday - NEW! Host this relaxed, fun reception for all attendees. Receive recognition in marketing materials, signs, and other ways we work together to develop.
Presenter gifts - We have an allstar group of volunteer presenters willing to share their stories, successes and information. Help us thank them with a gift that would include your company logo or business card.
Convention program - Our program is a spiral bound book that includes everything attendees need to know about convention. Your full color, full-page ad will be on the inside front cover.
Packet contents - Choose from: Lanyards, tote bags, pens, or notepads
Every attendee receives these items when they register. Each item is imprinted with your information and/or logo.
Hotel keycards - Keys are designed with your logo and advertisement for attendees staying in the headquarters hotel. Attendees get to keep their cards.
The Lounge - The hub of convention and entrance to the exhibit hall. Attendees can check email, buy a book and interact with colleagues, speakers and exhibitors. Receive recognition in marketing materials, signs and personalized candy or other trinkets.
The Lounge hardware - Provide the computers and other hardware for attendees to check email and stay connected. Monitor signs will thank you for your contribution as well as a special mention in The Lounge advertisement in the convention program.
Wireless internet - Your logo and information is added to the access instructions as well as posted in The Lounge.
Advertise in the convention program. Each attendee gets one and it includes everything they need to know.
- Half page (4.5" x 4.5"), full color
- Full page (4.5" x 9"), full color
Pay fees online through PaySchools.
Other Opportunities
Check out our other corporate partnerships.
Contact Lori Sattenspiel for more information.
Hotel Reservation/Policy Information
Room blocks open September 10, 2012.
Hotel reservations are made directly with hotels - not through OSBA. OSBA negotiates blocks of reduced-rate rooms, this year at Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront and The RiverPlace.
To make hotel reservations, call the hotel directly (see phone numbers below) or make reservations online by clicking on the reservations link next to the hotel name. All reservations are on a first-come, first-served basis.
Benefits of reserving a room at headquarters or other nearby convention hotel:
- Keeps convention meeting costs down
- Keeps room and food costs down
- Keeps registration fees down
- Provides easier access to your room
Some tips to make your hotel reservation process go smoother:
- All hotels require a credit card to make your reservation. However, it will not be charged. You can choose to pay by cash, check, credit card or purchase order (Marriott Downtown Waterfront only) upon check-in.
- Make sure you have made all of your hotel reservations by October 17! After October 17, OSBA's room blocks and negotiated rates are no longer available. If you find that you need a new hotel reservation after October 17 you will need to call the hotel to check for availability and room rate.
- Please check with each hotel directly for their cancellation notice requirements, early departure fees and other policies they may have regarding your stay.
To modify or cancel reservations after October 17, please call your hotel directly. If you have problems making your reservation or need more information, please contact Event planner.
|Hotel Rates and Reservations
|Marriott Downtown Waterfront → Reservations (Opens September 10 until October 17)
|1401 SW Naito Pkwy
Portland, OR 97201
($138.38 w/tax)
($149.63 w/tax)
($149.63 w/tax)
($149.63 w/tax)
|When clicking on the above link the group code should be entered for you. Before completing your reservation, verify the rate to make sure it is OSBA's negotiated rate. A credit card is required to make your reservation. However, it will not be charged. You can choose to pay by cash, check, credit card or purchase order (Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront only) upon check-in.
|Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront Floor Plan
|RiverPlace Hotel → Reservations (Opens September 10 until October 17)
|1510 SW Harbor Way
Portland, OR 97201
($172.13 w/tax)
($172.13 w/tax)
|Reservations can be made by calling the 800 number provided above. Please tell the reservation desk you are part of the of the OSBA group when making your reservation. A credit card is required to make your reservation. However, it will not be charged. You can choose to pay by cash, check, credit card upon check-in.
|Room descriptions, parking and taxes
|Single = one bed, one person
Double = one or two beds, two people
Triple = two beds, three people
|Quad = two beds, four people
Studio = king bed and sofa bed, four people
One bedroom suite = king bed only, two people
|Parking: Parking for of Marriott Downtown Waterfront (valet parking only) is $15 per day. Parking at the RiverPlace is $20 per day.
|Hotel tax rate: 12.5%.
Convention bonus - Trail Blazer savings
While you're in Portland for our annual convention, don't pass up an opportunity to see live basketball Saturday night, Nov. 10 at 7 p.m.
OSBA can save you up to $12 per ticket to see the Portland Trail Blazers battle the San Antonio Spurs. OSBA members also have the opportunity to arrive early (at 5:30 pm) before the general public and watch the Trail Blazers warm-up prior to the game!
See the attached flyer for more details.
There are 75 workshops for you to choose from.
|Friday, November 9, 2012 (Time: 8:15AM - 9:30AM)
A Systems Approach to Student Achievement
Time: 8:15AM - 9:30AM
Location: Salon E
Meets Leadership Institute Bronze Certification (Data-Driven Decision-Making)
Rick Stucky, OSBA, policy specialist
Understand the array of achievement data and student assessments available and how they can drive decisions that improve student success and close achievement gaps for districts and charter schools. The Oregon Department of Education's DATA Project (Direct Access to Achievement) and the National School Boards Association's "Key Work of School Boards" are the basis for this workshop.
Achieving Higher Standards: What Boards Need to Know About Oregon Modified and Extended Diplomas
Time: 8:15AM - 9:30AM
Location: Salon I
Sara Gelser, Representative, Oregon House District 16; co-chair, House Committee on Education
Oregon is the only state in the nation with statewide standards for modified and extended diplomas. Such diplomas give students unique opportunities to achieve rigorous and appropriate goals. These school-completion documents become more relevant with the advent of achievement compacts, and they provide a key strategy for closing the achievement gap in your district. This session offers questions you can ask to help more kids in your district succeed with the most rigorous possible diploma, and to ensure ALL kids are prepared for work or postsecondary education.
Assessment of Essential Skills
Time: 8:15AM - 9:30AM
Location: Salem Room
Derek Brown, Oregon Department of Education, manager, assessment of essential skills
Nancy Bush-Lange, Oregon City High School, principal
Anitra McCormack, Oregon City High School, associate principal
Learn about current policy updates on Essential Skills graduation requirements, new resources that are available, data submission and reporting, and activities associated with the transition to the Smarter Balanced assessment. Leaders from Oregon City High School will share their successful experience in using work samples to help improve overall assessment results over the past five years. They will discuss the various facets of their work sample system, including task development, scoring, overall management and most effective uses.
Board's Role in Evaluation Under SB 290
Time: 8:15AM - 9:30AM
Location: Salon H
Peggy Stock, OSBA, legal, labor & PACE services consultant
Theresa Richards, Oregon Department of Education, director of teaching and learning
By enacting SB 290, the 2011 legislature added to the existing statutory process for evaluating TSPC licensed staff. Among other things, the law now requires the school board to adopt a policy consistent with the new process and ensure that all evaluations conducted after July 1, 2013, comply. Board members may wonder if the board still evaluates only the superintendent under the new law. Does the new law really change anything? How should the board involve itself in evaluation of other licensed staff? This session will describe the important role of the board in establishing the process and criteria. It will also set forth the boundaries of the board's involvement in evaluating licensed staff.
Building Capacity and Support at Home and Statewide
Time: 8:15AM - 9:30AM
Location: Salon B
Kristen Miles, Portland 1J, charter schools manager
Margaret Bates, Oregon Department of Education, education specialist-charter schools
Join this facilitated roundtable discussion about being an active, effective authorizer of charter schools in Oregon. Share your charter oversight structure and discuss your assets, needs and wants for support in all areas of charter school sponsorship.
Charter Governance Through Policy
Time: 8:15AM - 9:30AM
Location: Salon G
Meets Leadership Institute Gold Certification (Charter Schools)
Peggy Holstedt, OSBA, director of policy services
It is not always in the charter school's best interest to adopt the sponsoring district's policy. How are charter and district policies similar and how are they different? Charter school policies can protect the charter school's flexibility and innovation as well as its liability. Find out what is required (and what is not) to improve your charter school's governance structure.
Eastern Promise -- An Innovative Pathway Allowing High School Students to Earn College Credits
Time: 8:15AM - 9:30AM
Location: Salon A
Mark Mulvihill, InterMountain ESD, superintendent
Eric Volger, InterMountain ESD, director of instructional services
Eastern Oregon University, Blue Mountain Community College, Treasure Valley Community College, InterMountain ESD and selected Oregon high schools share a commitment to the Eastern Promise. Their goals include showcasing the values of education and raising the number of students who graduate from high school in the Eastern Oregon region, with the hope that more will attend and graduate from a post-secondary educational institution. The Eastern Promise features a clear vision and efficient priorities to challenge students and keep them on the path to a successful future.
Enhancing School Outcomes Through Open Enrollment and School-wide RTI
Time: 8:15AM - 9:30AM
Location: Willamette Room
Marc Thielman, Alsea School District, superintendent
Doug Westlind, Alsea School District, board chair
Jeremy Wells, Alsea School District, special services coordinator
Jackie Olsen, Alsea School District, business manager
Participants will receive a presentation on student improvement data and the K-12 RTI program that the Alsea School District established to market its school, attract new students, and improve outcomes and finances via open-enrollment. Participants will learn how goals, mission and data-driven initiatives can rally a system to achieve big success regarding student achievement.
Exploring Your Career Pathway to Leadership: High Quality, Relevant, Job-embedded
Time: 8:15AM - 9:30AM
Location: Columbia Room
Colin Cameron, COSA, director of professional development
Cheryl Brown, COSA, licensure specialist
This session will provide information about the recently TSPC-approved COSA-CUC Administrator Licensure Programs. COSA has partnered with Concordia University of Chicago to offer the Initial and Continuing Administrator licenses, with the opportunity to pursue a Master's degree or Doctorate in conjunction with the programs. The presentation will include different aspects of the rigorous program and relevant, job-embedded practicum, including a review of application, admission and transfer procedures; appropriate documents will be available. The process required for hiring and training adjunct faculty, supervisors and mentors will also be outlined.
Facility Funding: Looking for Money in All the Right Places
Time: 8:15AM - 9:30AM
Location: Salon C
Dr. Phil Long, Medford School District, superintendent
Ruth Scott, Center for Innovative School Facilities, executive director
This session will consider a broad range of funding sources for facilities, and will discuss the most important steps to securing funding and "following the money." The discussion will examine the process of planning and prioritizing the district's needs, and will cover matching funds and funds from unexpected sources. A critical consideration is the link between improvements to facilities and student achievement, which figures into setting priorities not only to save money but also improve the environment for learning. Among the takeaways is the 2012 CISF Funding Guide.
Oregon Education Investment Board (OEIB) and Achievement Compacts
Time: 8:15AM - 9:30AM
Location: Salon F
Meets Leadership Institute Gold Certification (Student Achievement)
Betsy Miller-Jones, OSBA, interim executive director
Morgan Allen, OSBA, legislative services specialist
The Oregon Education Investment Board (OEIB) is a 12-member board, chaired by Governor Kitzhaber, charged with creating and overseeing a unified system of public education in Oregon from early childhood through college and career programs. The work of the OEIB is overseen by Oregon's Chief Education Officer, Dr. Rudy Crew and guided by the "40-40-20" goal. Achievement compacts, public education funding and governance of our public education system are just a few of the key areas OEIB's work touches. Come learn about the latest proposals and recommendations of the OEIB and why this is important to your district.
Principles of Effective Expanded Learning Opportunities
Time: 8:15AM - 9:30AM
Location: Salon D
Tammy Marino, OregonASK, training and education coordinator
Decades of research have documented the positive impact of afterschool and summer programs, and have yielded a wealth of information, including the core requirements for effective programs. Participants will learn the key elements of quality expanded learning opportunities and how they can support academic achievement, student engagement and classroom readiness.
School Reform Is NOT Rocket Science, It Is Much More Difficult
Time: 8:15AM - 9:30AM
Location: Medford Room
Steve Kelley, South Umpqua School District, superintendent
Andy Johnson, South Umpqua School District, curriculum TOSA
Authentic educational reform eludes most school districts. School board members rarely see their correct role in such reform. They assume that hiring the right superintendent is the only thing they need to do. The South Umpqua School District will share its three-year journey in redefining the board's role in school reform. Each participant will walk away with concrete ideas and examples for reshaping the role of school board members in their prospective districts. We will also present a variety of tools that keep the board apprised of the health of the system they oversee.
Strategic Planning: Setting Expectations and Building Collective Will Are Two Key Board Roles
Time: 8:15AM - 9:30AM
Location: Pearl Room
Meets Leadership Institute Gold Certification (Leadership)
Steve Lamb, OSBA, board development specialist
The real value of a good strategic planning process is the enthusiasm it builds to achieve the identified goals. This session will outline a process that identifies where to focus effort and resources for best results, along with building organizational trust and a motivating climate.
Sustainability for 21st CCLC -- Show Me the Money
Time: 8:15AM - 9:30AM
Location: Eugene Room
Mary Masla, OregonASK, former AmeriCorps VISTA sustainability coordinator
Program sustainability is a goal for 21st Century Community Learning Centers. In the past year, Oregon Afterschool for Kids has partnered with the Afterschool Alliance, AmeriCorps VISTA and The Finance Project to support twelve Oregon school districts to create sustainability plans for their 21st CCLC afterschool programs. Participants will learn from Oregon's experience, and discuss methods of creating sustainability for 21st CCLC programs.
|Friday, November 9, 2012 (Time: 10:00AM - 11:15AM)
Best Practices and Educational Investment: The Quality Education Commission's 2012 Report
Time: 10:00AM - 11:15AM
Location: Salon G
Brian Reeder, Department of Education, assistant superintendent, analysis and reporting
Doug Wells, Department of Education, Quality Education Commission chair
This presentation features the 2012 version of the Quality Education Model. Participants will receive updates on the latest data used for calculating the cost of the elements in the model. They will also see a discussion of the allocation of resources along the K-12 continuum, and an examination of best practices for boosting student achievement.
Blended Learning: Education through the Web, Home, College and School
Time: 10:00AM - 11:15AM
Location: Salon I
Brad Linn, Clackamas Web Academy, Clackamas Charter Alliance (CCA), administrator
Susan Roberts, Clackamas Web Academy, CCA, senior internship/early college options coordinator
Patricia Papenfuss, Clackamas Web Academy, CCA, elementary teacher
Kimberly Frentress, Clackamas Web Academy, CCA, board member/parent
Bryson Slothower, Clackamas Web Academy, CCA, Youth Take Action/Rossetta Stone coordinator
Emily Nazarov, Clackamas Web Academy, CCA, board chair
Ron Noren, Clackamas Web Academy, CCA, board member
In its eight-year history as a public school, Clackamas Web Academy has developed a successful hybrid model that combines web-based education with personalized instruction in the home, school, college and community. This session features an expert panel of CWA teachers, advisors, parents and board members who will discuss the school's evolution and illustrate how the blended model looks from the viewpoints of students, parents, teachers and board members. This panel will highlight stories of student success in its presentation.
Bringing Our Own Students "Back...Through the Future" -- An Online Approach
Time: 10:00AM - 11:15AM
Location: Columbia Room
Garry Weber, Springfield Public Schools, board member
Jane Falls, Springfield Public Schools, SPS online coordinator
Al King, Springfield Public Schools, board member
This session will describe how Springfield Public Schools is partnering with "Connections Learning" to create new robust online options for our students (starting in fall 2012). We focus on giving students access to high-quality online "Connections Learning" courses while tapping the many benefits of our neighborhood schools. The goal: Serving our own students with affordable online curriculum right here in our own district.
Charter Schools 101
Time: 10:00AM - 11:15AM
Location: Salon B
Mike Hyder, Oregon City School District, director of special programs
Tim Drilling, Gresham-Barlow School District, executive director of assessment & accountability
Kate Pattison, Oregon Department of Education, program analyst
Kristen Miles, Portland 1J, charter schools manager
Are you new to charter school sponsorship? Are you receiving your first application, processing your first renewal, or looking at termination? Are you unsure about how charter schools fit into your district's options, or how charter school funding works? Learn the basics of charter school sponsorship, and how authorizing has changed since the legislature enacted the charter school law in 1999.
Communication in a Crisis
Time: 10:00AM - 11:15AM
Location: Salon A
Meets Leadership Institute Gold Certification (Media Relations)
Joe Krumm, North Clackamas School District, government/community relations director
Are you prepared for a crisis? Learn how a school district can communicate effectively when a crisis happens. Joe Krumm, director of community and government relations for the North Clackamas School District, will provide a hands-on opportunity for participants to prepare a response and communicate following an incident in their school districts.
Creative Leadership Achieves Student Success
Time: 10:00AM - 11:15AM
Location: Medford Room
Sue Hildick, Chalkboard Project, president
Linda Borquist, CLASS coach
Lynn Evans, Redmond School District, director of HR
Chalkboard Project representatives will describe CLASS, an innovative process that empowers educators to design and implement local initiatives to strengthen teaching and raise student achievement. Chalkboard will explain how it offers grants, provides coaching and supports the process with research and evaluation. Districts must commit to collaborative processes that involve school board members, teachers and administrators in expanding career paths for teachers, providing meaningful performance evaluations, targeting relevant professional development and adopting new compensation models. The session will emphasize lessons learned from implementing new evaluation systems for principals and teachers.
Cyberbullying: What Educators Need to Know to Keep School Communities Safe
Time: 10:00AM - 11:15AM
Location: Willamette Room
Meets Leadership Institute Silver Certification (Educational Equity)
Dr. Moses Wambalaba, Education Northwest, equity specialist
This workshop offers up-to-date information about the common forms of cyberbullying and presents strategies for educators and parents to prevent or counter such bullying. It also deals with schools' legal responsibilities to protect and intervene in harassing situations. As students have gained more access to electronic media, incidents of cyberbullying and other forms of electronic aggression have grown. Schools continue to grapple with the harmful effects on students' learning and social-emotional well-being. The presenter will also provide an overview of state and federal compliance requirements.
Expecting Success -- How School Districts, ESDs and School Boards Can Make Perception a Reality
Time: 10:00AM - 11:15AM
Location: Salon H
Ron Wilkinson, Bend-La Pine Schools, superintendent
Peggy Kinkade, Bend-La Pine Schools, board member
Julianne Repman, Bend-La Pine Schools, communication director
John Rexford, High Desert ESD, superintendent
This panel will examine setting visions and goals toward exceptional achievement for all students. Learn how to tell positive stories that can rise above the negative headlines. Hear about raising the bar, closing the achievement gap, connecting students to real life experiences and community partnerships and engagement. Attendees will take home a PowerPoint/Keynote template that will guide them as they share their own student and staff success stories in their school communities.
It's Just Like Riding a Bike
Time: 10:00AM - 11:15AM
Location: Salon D
Steve Boynton, Arlington Community Charter School, superintendent
Travis Reeser, Arlington Community Charter School, principal
Leslie Walborn, Arlington Community Charter School, teacher
Rinda Montgomery Conwell, North Central ESD, assistant superintendent
How do you move a district from "Sage on the Stage" to "Guide on the Side?" This session explains how to let the students take center stage. It also describes how to improve students' achievement while keeping on top of the Common Core State Standards and Oregon's learning standards.
Long-range Facility Planning for the "New Normal"
Time: 10:00AM - 11:15AM
Location: Salon C
Paul Hillyer, Klamath Falls City Schools, superintendent
Lori Theros, Klamath Falls City Schools, board member
Scott Rose, DLR Group, principal
Tim Ganey, DLR Group, associate
State law mandates 10-year school facility plans (ORS 195.110). Recent amendments made it easier for Klamath Falls City Schools to address its immediate maintenance needs amid declining enrollments and budgets. This presentation will show districts how to improve their old master plans and take them to the next level.
PERS -- What's Next?
Time: 10:00AM - 11:15AM
Location: Salon E
Jim Green, OSBA, deputy executive director
Lori Sattenspiel, OSBA, legislative specialist
The lecture will present the historical background of the PERS system and explain why the system is what it is today, then examine proposals to change the system.
Roles and Responsibilities
Time: 10:00AM - 11:15AM
Location: Pearl Room
Steve Lamb, OSBA, board development specialist
Effective board governance depends on a clear understanding of the distinct roles and responsibilities of individual board members, the board as a whole, and district administrators. We will answer "Who does what and why?" Specific scenarios will examine roles, goals, policies, personnel and effective leadership.
Securing the Prerequisites of Progress
Time: 10:00AM - 11:15AM
Location: Salon F
Jamie Vollmer
An interactive workshop that gives administrators a basic knowledge of the steps required to build a productive conversation between themselves and the people of their communities. Participants will learn how to map their communities, develop a message, organize teams, build a schedule and monitor their progress. The goal is to provide practical ideas that administrators can use to connect with the public—an increasingly misinformed and difficult group. The premise is that today's administrators and their boards need all the support they can get as they confront rising academic expectations and the ever-increasing social, psychological and medical needs of their students.
The Innovation Lab Network: Moving from an Assessment System to a System of Assessments
Time: 10:00AM - 11:15AM
Location: Eugene Room
David Conley, Educational Policy Improvement Center(EPIC), CEO
Charis McGaughy, EPIC, director of field services
Sarah Collins, EPIC, innovation lead
Oregon recently joined the nine-state Innovation Lab Network (ILN), which is dedicated to developing and implementing a wider range of assessments designed to capture deeper learning and to help more students be ready for college and careers. The ILN states are working toward having a continuum of assessments that range from the Smarter Balanced tests to medium-length performance tasks and longer-term projects. This session will explore what's going on in the ILN states and how Oregon is using lessons and resources from the ILN to develop methods to assess several of the Essential Skills.
|Friday, November 9, 2012 (Time: 11:30AM - 12:00PM)
Biomass and Budgets
Time: 11:30AM - 12:00PM
Location: Salon C
Andrew Hayden, Wisewood, Inc., president
Mark Witty, Grant School District, superintendent
Greg Jackle, Grant School District, board chair
Jim Cernazanu, Grant School District, board member
Learn about the biomass project recently completed at the Grant Union Junior/Senior High School in John Day and how biomass works. The session will also examine how to integrate biomass into existing energy systems, and discuss financial options for funding biomass projects through low-interest loans, grants and private investments.
Building GREAT Relationships Between Charter Schools and Sponsoring Districts
Time: 11:30AM - 12:00PM
Location: Salon B
Adrienne Black, Ridgeline Montessori Public Charter School, board president
This presentation will suggest ways to create a positive relationship between charters and their sponsoring districts. Participants will receive information on building autonomy and competence, and relying less on the sponsoring district. The presentation will provide information about how charters and districts can establish a cooperative and mutually beneficial relationship.
Education Foundations Q & A
Time: 11:30AM - 12:00PM
Location: Eugene Room
Krina Lemons, Salem-Keizer Education Foundation, executive director
Laurie Cromwell, Foundation Innovation, foundation consultant
Dr. Milli Christner, Foundation Innovation, foundation consultant
Learn how an education foundation can provide financial resources for school programs and attract community support for academic achievement and student success. Find out how to start a foundation or make an existing foundation more successful.
Growing Students to Be Active Citizens - Just Like You!
Time: 11:30AM - 12:00PM
Location: Columbia Room
Kim Patterson, Portland Public Schools, principal
Marilyn Cover, Classroom Law Project, executive director
Learn how strengthening civic education can pay big dividends in school climate, community engagement and student achievement. Participants will learn about and gain hands-on experience with innovative, authentic and engaging civic education programs for K-12. These programs are both cost-effective and affordable. Learn how to bring constitution hearings, mock trials, courthouse tours, youth summits, Project Citizen and other innovative programs to your district.
Oregon Department of Energy - Cool Schools
Time: 11:30AM - 12:00PM
Location: Salon H
Beth Stewart, Union School District, board member
Neil Sullivan, Portland Public Schools, chief financial officer
Diana Enright, Oregon Department of Energy, energy policy division
Theresa Gibney, Oregon Department of Energy, Energy Efficient Schools Programs
Jon Belmont, Oregon Department of Energy, Energy Efficient Schools Programs
The session will cover the accomplishments of both large and small districts in improving energy efficiency of school buildings using the resources provided by the SB 1149 Energy Efficient Schools Programs and the HB 2960 Cool Schools program, and describe potential future changes to these programs and how school boards can influence Department of Energy programs.
Partnerships that Help the Community Take Ownership of Schools and Meet Student Needs
Time: 11:30AM - 12:00PM
Location: Salon A
Joe Krumm, North Clackamas School District, executive director of community relations
Leslie Robinette, North Clackamas School District, associate director of communications
Linda Parsons, North Clackamas School District, lunch buddy program coordinator
Community partnerships can bring new energy and support to schools. Representatives from North Clackamas Schools will present three models of partnerships that support the district's Backpack Buddy, Lunch Buddy and Dental Health programs. Together, these partnerships bring healthy food to students on weekends, provide mentors who have lunch with students at school, and supply dental services to students in need.
School Boards' Role in ORS 634.700 - 634.750 Requiring IPM in Schools
Time: 11:30AM - 12:00PM
Location: Salon D
Tim Stock, Oregon State University, school IPM program coordinator
Student health and safety are keys to academic achievement. As vectors of disease, common pests contribute to illnesses such as asthma, which is a leading cause of absenteeism. Integrated Pest Management (IPM) reduces pests, pesticide use and the cost of managing facilities. Those responsible for facilities planning and school safety are often unaware of the interface between IPM and facilities management, planning and school safety. This presentation will outline the responsibilities of school boards under ORS 634-700 - 634.750, the critical health and cost issues related to pest management, how and why IPM works, and how school boards can assure that IPM is being implemented in their schools.
Showcase: Finance Campaign
Time: 11:30AM - 12:00PM
Location: Lower Level 2
Matt Donahue, DA Davidson & Co.
Su Midghall, Davis, Hibbits & Midghall, Inc.
Art Sasse, The Ovation Group
With recent school district finance campaigns passing or failing by only a handful of votes, it's more crucial than ever to make sure your District is doing everything possible to effectively manage its campaign.
Our 30 minute vendor showcase summarizes the topics covered in our now well-known Finance Campaign Regional Worshops. Our experts will help you plan and execute a successful finance campaign from understanding and projecting levy rates to effectively communicating to your voters. Presenters include members from D.A. Davidson & Co., DHM Research and The Ovation Group.
Title I: Collaborative Approach to Improving Programs While Creating/Maintaining a Positive Culture
Time: 11:30AM - 12:00PM
Location: Salon I
Paul Coakley, Rainier School District, principal
Michael Carter, Rainier School District, superintendent
Larry Cook, Rainier School District, district technology director
Do your Title I schools serve the needs of all students? Are existing interventions aligned to the school's needs? High-performing schools take a collaborative approach to assessing and redesigning their Title I programs to meet the needs of the students, staff and community. Examine the barriers leaders face as they change their existing programs to meet the needs of all students. Learn what leaders, teachers and school boards can do to improve Title I programs and school culture.
|Friday, November 9, 2012 (Time: 3:30PM - 4:00PM)
Board's Role in Termination
Time: 3:30PM - 4:00PM
Location: Salon D
Peggy Stock, OSBA, legal, labor & PACE services consultant
In this presentation, participants will explore various termination procedures and the role board members perform in hearings. Learn about grievances before the Fair Dismissal Appeals Board and other forms of appeals.
Conversation with Dr. Rudy Crew
Time: 3:30PM - 4:00PM
Location: Salon E
Dr. Rudy Crew, Oregon Chief Education Officer
Dr. Rudy Crew, an education leader with a national reputation for innovation and results, is Oregon's first Chief Education Officer. Dr. Crew has made it his life's work to overhaul and strengthen America's public education system. His 30-year career – as an educator, principal and superintendent – includes serving as chancellor of New York City Public Schools and superintendent of Miami-Dade County Public Schools. We invite you to meet him and hear more about his vision for Oregon's education system.
Energy Trust of Oregon – Show Me the Money
Time: 3:30PM - 4:00PM
Location: Salon C
Elin Shepard, Energy Trust New Buildings, outreach manager
Lisa Bush, Energy Trust Existing Buildings, business development manager
As other incentive programs undergo extensive changes, Energy Trust of Oregon's cash incentives remain constant. Join representatives from Existing Buildings and New Buildings as they discuss funding opportunities, pilot initiatives and case studies for school projects just like yours.
Learn about innovative strategies for financing their capital construction projects (new construction and retrofits) and how to connect with Energy Trust's services and incentives. We'll discuss life-cycle payback for projects, cost-effectiveness of systems and baseline development. We'll clarify the difference between a new building and existing building project, and how Energy Trust can help schools make their projects happen. We'll showcase case studies of successful projects and describe how some schools have tied their Energy Trust involvement to their curriculum. We'll share some new offerings for building maintenance and explain how to do long-range planning for deferred maintenance of lighting and mechanical systems.
Lighthouse Overview and Update
Time: 3:30PM - 4:00PM
Location: Columbia Room
Joe Wehrli, OSBA, director of board development
Three districts that volunteered to participate in Iowa's Lighthouse Project have completed three years of training. Learn how things have changed in these districts. Find out how the project is changing the way boards operate and how they assess student achievement. This session provides plenty of time for questions and answers. Learn what Lighthouse can do for your district.
Showcase: Mad Science
Time: 3:30PM - 4:00PM
Location: Lower Level 2
Sue Theissen, Mad Science, CEO
Mad Science provides interactive hands-on programs to make science exciting for grade school students. Teachers give rave reviews to these after-school enrichment programs that have reached more than 7,000 students per year in the Portland & Vancouver area. The classroom sessions bring animated instructors who energize students and teachers alike. Mad Science summer camps are a great way to extend S.T.E.M. learning and minimize lost ground over the summer. All Mad Science programs meet state standards and contain a high level of S.T.E.M. learning.
Starting a Local At-home Learning Program in Small School Districts
Time: 3:30PM - 4:00PM
Location: Salon B
Amber Shore, Yamhill-Carlton School District, Alliance Academy coordinator
Charan Cline, Yamhill-Carlton School District, superintendent
Participants will discover ways that local "at-home learning programs" have benefited small, rural school districts. They will explore how to implement such programs in their own school districts. The session will stress the revenue such programs can bring in, and the resources needed to make them successful.
Superintendent Options in Tough Economic Times
Time: 3:30PM - 4:00PM
Location: Pearl Room
Donna Herren, OSBA, events and executive search specialist
Your district can save money through the superintendent's creative, efficient and effective implementation of the administrative program. Join us for an informative discussion of the benefits available through shared, part-time and interim superintendents, including the pros and cons of each option, with real examples from Oregon to give board members concrete data to support decisions.
Your District's Ongoing Reporting Responsibilities to Investors in Your School's Bonds
Time: 3:30PM - 4:00PM
Location: Salon A
Laura Lockwood-McCall, Oregon State Treasury, director of debt management division
Ann Sherman, Hawkins, Delafield and Wood, attorney
Receive a high-level overview of federal disclosure rules that affect school districts when they issue bonds to pay for school facility projects. The presenters will explain the types of annual financial information that school districts must give to investors, and explore whether or not Oregon school districts are living up to their investor reporting requirements.
|Saturday, November 10, 2012 (Time: 11:00AM - 12:15PM)
Charter Boards 101
Time: 11:00AM - 12:15PM
Location: Salon B
Meets Leadership Institute Gold Certification (Charter Schools)
Adrienne Black, Ridgeline Montessori Public Charter School, board president
What exactly is a charter school board, and what does it do? This presentation will walk participants through the basics of charter school board membership and what differentiates it from membership on a traditional school board. The presentation will also deal with what it means to be a 501(c3), and will cover the board's responsibilities to various stakeholders and the sponsoring district. Learn how a board member can produce a positive impact on the charter school.
Charter School Legal Basics
Time: 11:00AM - 12:15PM
Location: Pearl Room
Morgan Smith, OSBA, legal, labor & PACE services attorney
Ben Becker, OSBA, legal, labor & PACE services attorney
Applicable to both charter schools and charter sponsors, this presentation will discuss the legal requirements of applying for, sponsoring, and operating a charter school in Oregon. The emphasis will be on legal compliance and how it leads to effective schools and trouble-free sponsorship relations.
Connecting HB 2220 to the School Board, Proficiency and Measuring Student Achievement
Time: 11:00AM - 12:15PM
Location: Medford Room
Diane Smith, Business Education Compact, director of teaching and learning initiative
HB 2220 takes effect July 1, 2013. Districts will likely spend the upcoming school year determining how to implement this new measure. What is the school board's role in supporting and implementing this bill? Learn how board members and district office administration can implement and support HB 2220 and how to measure and report student proficiency in grade-level standards. Workshop handouts will include a suggested list of board and district-level activities, as well as suggestions for other policy changes that may support HB 2220 implementation.
Creating Your Long-term Health Plan Strategy
Time: 11:00AM - 12:15PM
Location: Salon G
Scott Florsheim, American Fidelity, state manager
Brian Rossen, American Fidelity, health care reform specialist
Health care reform created some new challenges for employers. "What do you do with your plan now?" is ultimately the question we all face. The purpose of this session is to help participants understand a district's options and provide a five-step action plan for developing your long-term strategy.
Engaging the Community During Tough Situations
Time: 11:00AM - 12:15PM
Location: Salon A
Casey White, InterMountain ESD, communication director; OSPRA vice president
Matt Shelby, Portland Public Schools, Public Information Officer; OSPRA president
Julianne Repman, Bend-La Pine Schools, communication director; OSPRA treasurer
Kerry Delf, Eugene School District, communications coordinator; OSPRA board member
Michael Clark, Oregon City School District, sr. web & database coordinator; OSPRA board member
Mark Skolnick, Multnomah ESD, communications director; OSPRA past president
When difficult situations arise in a school district, communication with the community becomes critical. Crises may develop over contract negotiations, budgets, physical emergencies or myriad potential controversies. Learn how to engage your school community during the tough situations and how the right communication -- and the right people serving as communicators -- can pay off.
From Too Hot or Too Cold to Just Right: Thermal Comfort and Academic Achievement
Time: 11:00AM - 12:15PM
Location: Salon C
Christy Perry, Dallas School District, superintendent
Today's technologies, like direct digital controls, allow school custodial staff to go beyond repairing pipes and actually control classroom temperatures via computers. By mechanically keeping rooms at a stable temperature, schools can keep students comfortable and focused on their work, which boosts academic performance.
Implementing a Professional Learning Community (PLC)…From Theory to Practice! How a High School Acts
Time: 11:00AM - 12:15PM
Location: Salon F
Dr. Luis Cruz
How did a high school in a low-income, Spanish-speaking, mostly immigrant Latino community in Southern California make the transition from a school focused on stopping lunchtime fights to a 91-percent graduation rate. Learn how two specific structures generated meaningful collaboration and discover the type of leadership that supported the evolving PLC culture year after year.
Learning with iPad
Time: 11:00AM - 12:15PM
Location: Mt. Hood Room
Pete Vraspir, Apple, Inc., education development executive
Joe Morelock, Canby School District, director of technology
For more than three decades, Apple has partnered with educators to explore and enhance the experience of teaching and learning. When learners truly engage with their material, change happens. When a learner feels successful, confidence soars. When a learner solves problems, collaborates with peers and expresses newly learned truth, the process of learning transforms. In this session, we explore how schools use the iPad to enhance learning. The iPad inspires creativity and hands-on learning with features you won't find in any other educational tool -- on a device that students really want to use. Powerful built-in apps and apps from the App Store let students engage with content in interactive ways, find information in an instant, and access an entire library wherever they go. And now, with the introduction of Multi-Touch textbooks, iPad takes learning to a whole new level.
Long-range Facility Planning
Time: 11:00AM - 12:15PM
Location: Salon H
Bob Collins, Hill International, Portland operations manager
Scott Mutchie, Hill International, K-12 education consultant
Mike Casey, Hill International, K-12 education consultant
Andy Bellando, Silver Falls School District, superintendent
Learn about concepts and best practices on creating a long-range facility plan that will guide capital construction, maintenance and budget decisions in the coming years. Emphasis is specifically placed on the two overriding areas that most frequently are left out of long- range facility plans, i.e., the instructional program delivery and planning for continually changing technology.
ORVED -- Personalized Learning for All Districts
Time: 11:00AM - 12:15PM
Location: Columbia Room
Paul Peterson, Northwest Regional ESD, assistant superintendent
Learn how your district can create its own online learning program with assistance from ORVED. Learn how the ORVED Charter School helps school districts retain students and reconnect with students who have expressed interest in online learning.
Preparing for, Managing and Surviving Concerted Labor Activity
Time: 11:00AM - 12:15PM
Location: Salon E
Lisa Freiley, OSBA, director of legal, labor and PACE services
Margaret Peterson, Communications Consultant
Many records have fallen over the past few years—unemployment, hot weather, cold weather and . . . labor strife in Oregon schools. While school boards strive to set new records in student achievement, how should they cope with record levels of labor activity? Has the S-word tied your stomach in knots this year? Do you lie awake wondering how your district would deal with picketing, working to the rule, and labor-dominated board meetings? This session will provide essential preparedness tips and the tools that can help your board navigate, survive and even thrive in these difficult times.
School Law for Board Members
Time: 11:00AM - 12:15PM
Location: Salem Room
Meets Leadership Institute Silver Certification (School Law for Board Members)
Haley Percell, OSBA, legal, labor & PACE services attorney
This session will offer an overview for board members of their duties and legal responsibilities that relate to policy, curriculum, staffing and budget and provide an introduction to state and federal laws. It will also include a discussion of laws related to students, personnel, public records and public meetings.
The Distinguished Educators Council: Teacher Recommendations on Supporting & Strengthening Teaching
Time: 11:00AM - 12:15PM
Location: Salon D
Allan Bruner, Colton High School
Michael Mann, Clear Creek Middle School
Jessica Smith, West Albany High School
Tandy Wolf, Cedaroak Park Primary School
Colleen Works, Corvallis High School
Kevin Zerzan, Gladstone High School
In May, the Chalkboard Project convened a Distinguished Educators Council, which includes 13 award-winning teachers from across the state. Chalkboard asked them to do one thing: Develop specific recommendations for supporting and strengthening teaching in Oregon and ensuring that Oregon remains a great place to teach. Acting with complete autonomy, the council studied research and met several times over the summer to develop its recommendations. Council members will share their blueprint for supporting teachers across the career continuum, including recruitment, training, induction, development and retention.
The School Board as Leader in Student Achievement
Time: 11:00AM - 12:15PM
Location: Salon I
Larry Glaze, La Grande School District, superintendent
Joe Justice, La Grande School District, board chair
Merle Comfort, La Grande School District, board vice-chair
Mike Gregory, La Grande School District, principal
Jillian Chandler, La Grande School District, teacher
Taunya Barnett, La Grande School District, teacher
This session will focus on district-level practices that set the stage for professional learning communities (PLC) to engage in weekly data-driven instructional decision making. Learn about district leadership practices that allow for data to drive student achievement through goal setting, formative assessment practices and planned instructional interventions. Find out how data is used in PLC teams at Greenwood Elementary to group students and plan instructional interventions.
Understanding Oregon's Property Tax System
Time: 11:00AM - 12:15PM
Location: Eugene Room
Carol Samuels, Seattle-Northwest Securities Corp., senior vice president
Mary Macpherson, Seattle-Northwest Securities Corp., vice president
David Williams, Portland Public Schools, director of government relations
While some boards may want to throw up their hands over the complexity of the property tax system, they would be wrong to conclude that they do not need to understand it, that it doesn't affect their district's day-to-day finances. In fact, property taxes form one of the key components of the school funding formula, and changes in the collection of revenues from that source directly affect the amount of funds available. And that's not taking into account any local option levy already in effect, or the next general obligation bond the district may be contemplating. This session will walk through the intricacies of the property tax system in a comprehensive, yet comprehensible form. We will discuss the history of Measures 5 and 50, talk about permanent rates, real market value versus assessed value, the impact of compression, and various efforts afoot to make modifications to the system. Bring your own property tax bill to the session!
|Saturday, November 10, 2012 (Time: 3:30PM - 4:45PM)
Adapting to Change and Loving It!
Time: 3:30PM - 4:45PM
Location: Salon F
Jack Gallagher, keynote presenter
This session will examine how to develop coping strategies and techniques to deal with change and how to thrive during periods of change and increase confidence.
Building a New Model: Oregon Partnership for Arts Learning Standards (OPALS)
Time: 3:30PM - 4:45PM
Location: Salon H
Nancy Carr, Oregon Alliance for Arts Education (OAAE), board president
Richard Burrows, OAAE, arts/education/community strategist
The Oregon Alliance for Arts Education (OAAE), the statewide arts education advocacy agency, has partnered with the Oregon Department of Education and leading Oregon professional arts education organizations to create revised, updated and discipline-specific curriculum for Oregon's PreK-12 students. Hear an overview of the work, the writing process, review teams and local planning opportunities. Participate in a Q & A about the Oregon Partnership for Arts Learning Standards (OPALS) and receive a briefing on arts standards, current implementation, new strategies, foundational research and web-based access.
Common Core State Standards & Smarter Balance & Achievement Compacts! OH MY! (aka, Lions, tigers...
Time: 3:30PM - 4:45PM
Location: Salon E
Meets Leadership Institute Gold Certification (Student Achievement)
Mickey Garrison, ODE, data literacy director
Peggy Holstedt, OSBA, director of policy services
Joe Wehrli, OSBA, director of board development
Board members have an important role in the implementation of the Common Core State Standards (CCSS). This session will highlight the recently adopted standards that replace Oregon's present standards in English, Language Arts, and Math. The focus of the standards is to establish a base line of skills that are fewer in number, clearer in focus, and higher with respect to student expectations and outcomes, which not too surprisingly, also introduce a level of instructional change. This session will help board members better understand the CCSS, how the CCSS fit into the governor's achievement compact and Oregon's greater vision of 40-40-20.
Dysfunction in the Boardroom
Time: 3:30PM - 4:45PM
Location: Salon I
Meets Leadership Institute Gold Certification (Conflict Management)
Betsy Miller-Jones, OSBA, interim executive director
Headlines and news stories regularly focus on disagreements, infighting and intra-board conflict. Such coverage can affect the ability of a board to govern its local school district effectively. This workshop will address what board members can do to heal the wounds and promote effective governance, even when they disagree with one another. Find out how board members can pull together for the sake of children and communities. Learn new effective approaches, proven tools and when and how to throw in the towel.
Effective Concussion Management: It's a School-wide Effort
Time: 3:30PM - 4:45PM
Location: Salon G
Scott Neufeld, SDAO/PACE, director of risk management
Dan Davenport, PACE, risk manager
Geoff Sinclair, PACE, director of claims
Ann Glang, ORCAS, research scientist
When a student suffers a concussion, someone must respond in a way that gives the patient the best chance of recovery. That's why everyone in the school community—staff, students and parents—must know what to do. Brain 101: The Concussion Playbook, a web-based training program on youth sports concussion, which provides targeted information for student athletes, educators, coaches and parents about their respective roles in preventing and managing concussions. Learn about the importance of a school-wide approach to concussion management, resources available for all members of the school community, how to develop effective concussion management policy and how to assess whether a concussion management program is effective.
Going Global with a Learning Network
Time: 3:30PM - 4:45PM
Location: Salon D
Rinda Montgomery Conwell, North Central ESD, assistant superintendent
Mike Carroll, North Central ESD, superintendent
This session will examine a local learning network that incorporates blended learning options and goes global with connections to schools on multiple continents.
Legislative Update and Forecast/Implementing Recent Legislation
Time: 3:30PM - 4:45PM
Location: Salon B
David Williams, Portland 1J, director of government relations
Margaret Bates, Oregon Department of Education, education specialist-charter schools
Lori Sattenspiel, OSBA, legislative services specialist
What statutory changes did the legislature enact in 2012 that affect charter schools and their sponsoring districts? What does the 2013 session hold in store? Learn about past bills and their impacts. Discuss practical implementation of recent legislation, and take a peek into what may be on the table for the coming session. Bring your questions!
Student Achievement Through Relationships, Not More Rigor
Time: 3:30PM - 4:45PM
Location: Salon A
William Grace Frost, Community Matters, Director of Strategic Relations
This session will present a methodology to guide boards in their efforts to improve school climate, make schools safer and raise students' performance. Gain a deeper understanding of how a positive climate in school helps achieve positive results, discover best practices in policies on bullying and examine strategies and programs that reduce bullying.
Surplus Properties: Finding the Right Suitor
Time: 3:30PM - 4:45PM
Location: Salem Room
Rick Molitor, Jefferson 509-J School District, superintendent
Skip Rotticci, Cushman Wakefield, transition services, land and investments
Many Oregon districts face declining enrollment, demographic shifts and facilities with conditions that cannot justify further capital investment. The "what, where, why and how" of determining strategy for a district's real estate assets is a challenging task. The decision to close a school is difficult at best. It affects parents, neighborhoods, communities, district personnel, and, of course, students. It affects relationships, routines, and cherished memories. In short, it alters not only district operations but also lives. The question of how to best handle the sale or lease of a property so that it supports the district and the community has few simple answers. This presentation and the take-away "Best Practices Guide" will assist Oregon school districts in the closure decision making and disposition processes. Recent Jefferson and Springfield School District examples will be used to illustrate the best practices.
TechConnect: Using Technology to Empower Learning and Connect with Students
Time: 3:30PM - 4:45PM
Location: Salon C
Lorrie Ranck, Umpqua Community College, curriculum support director
Jasmine Filley, Umpqua Community College, academic partnership coordinator
This hands-on session examines the latest technology and social media applications to educate, connect and build relationships with students in the classroom. Learn about educational technology and social media tools, such as Google Apps, Prezi, Jotform, Twitter, Facebook/Edmodo, and Schooltube for use in the classroom, library and hallways. Such tools are part of an array of resources for curriculum and learning, information sharing, project management, and leadership. iPads will be available for demonstration purposes and participants are encouraged to bring their own devices.
Technology Alone is Not Enough
Time: 3:30PM - 4:45PM
Location: Mt. Hood Room
Pete Vraspir, Apple, Inc., education development executive
Joe Morelock, Canby School District, director of technology
Over the past 30 years, Apple has participated in thousands of technology-focused learning initiatives worldwide. The company has developed a wealth of know-how on the effective integration of technology into the classroom. Apple has also developed ways to help teachers leverage technology and achieve results with students. But technology alone is not enough. In this session, Apple's representative will share insights as to why you should provide a digital learning environment that supports the way students live and how they want to learn.
Using Data to Streamline Decisions for Student Achievement
Time: 3:30PM - 4:45PM
Location: Medford Room
Joel Robe, Oregon Dept. of Education, director of data management
Robin DeLoach, Willamette ESD, data warehouse project director
Bryn Browning, Hermiston School District, assistant superintendent of educational services
This presentation discusses the use of data to make decisions that contribute to students achieving the education required to graduate and prepare for continued education or work. As part of state and federal legislative requirements to better use data, school districts' data are stored at data centers and ultimately ODE. Applications like Oregon Student-Record Transfer Exchange at ODE and "dashboards" that feature charts and graphs allow you to enroll new or monitor existing students and analyze policies to make decisions regarding student achievement and school improvement.
Working Together for All Students' Success
Time: 3:30PM - 4:45PM
Location: Columbia Room
Betty Stewart, Ed.D., Community Dynamics, consultant
John Stewart Ed.D., Community Dynamics, consultant
Jim Lang, Collaborative Solutions, consultant
Kris Howatt, Gresham-Barlow School District, board chair
Jim Schlachter, Gresham-Barlow School District, superintendent
Erika Fuller, OSEA president
Vivian Scott, North Clackamas School District, board chair
Marla Shuman, North Clackamas School District, executive director of HR
Deborah Barnes, NCEA president
A short presentation will describe an interest-based process for decision-making (IBS) and discuss how members have worked collaboratively within their districts to transform contract negotiations into a process that focuses on student success as the primary interest, thereby effecting a positive change in district culture.
Your District's Cure for the Common Core -- A Better Approach to Literacy and Learning
Time: 3:30PM - 4:45PM
Location: Pearl Room
Marc B. Liebman, Ph.D., Imagine Learning, chief academic officer
Erin DeCristo, Reynolds School District, English language development specialist
Jim Warford, Florida Public Schools, former chancellor
Andrew Brandt, Imagine Learning, area partnership manager Oregon/Washington
Tim Jeans, Imagine Learning, regional partnership director
This workshop will focus on an effective approach to helping teachers ensure that students achieve literacy at the earliest possible grade and move to achieving proficiency with the Common Core standards in reading and language. This technology approach has proven effective not only with mainstream students, but with those who are in pre-school, English language learners, Title I, struggling readers or those students with disabilities. Participants will be engaged in a presentation and discussion about how students can be more engaged in learning and achieve more, how schools need to change to successfully meet Common Core standards, and how technology can be effectively used to support and improve classroom instruction in a cost effective way.


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Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Job search, Personal Development, the working life
Are you struggling with the job search? When it gets to the stage that even you are bored of reading your resume maybe it's time to consider sprucing things up a bit!
A well-constructed resume can mean the difference between getting your hands on that coveted position and receiving the dreaded 'we regret to inform you…' email.
I sat down with career expert Nicole Williams to find out what it is that makes a resume stand out and really speak to the prospective employer.
Nicole's first rule is to confine your resume to one page and deliver a direct one-line objective at the top of the page. She also advises that when applying for a specific position you tailor your resume to that particular company.
Yep- That means no more bulk emailing the same resume. Sure its a pain to customize for each employer- but the idea is to get the job you want – right? Need another reason to customize? Hiring managers tell me computer screeners, the software that scan through the initial wave of job candidates, often block resumes that do not show a strong correlation with the posted job description qualifications. So read the description and make sure your application and resume use the same terminology as that description, or you'll never make it to the interview phase.
More tips: Make a culture match!
In order to be identified as current, make sure you are in sync with the company with whom you are applying for a position. To do this Nicole recommends visiting the company's website and becoming familiar with their language and vocabulary. Reading press releases is another good way to get to know the company. Then be sure to use this same style and vocabulary in your resume and cover letter. You want to be immediately identified as a good fit for that company. Using the same language shows you "get" the company- which will help them "get" you.
A gentle reminder: It's all about what they are in to, not you. Knowing what is relevant to them is key. While you're resume is essentially about you, it is only about the parts of you that are in direct reference to what they care about. Every sentence in your resume should be relevant to the employer – keep filler to a minimum!
Nicole's final tip: When in doubt about what to include ask yourself, 'how am I and my experience going to help this business succeed and make more money?'

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