July 27-29, 201453rd Annual Cooperative

Conference for School Administrators

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Welcome! Welcome to the 58th Annual Cooperative Conference for School Administrators. This year’s conference focuses on leading to succeed. As we work toward improving educational opportunities for ALL students across our state, your leadership is key. Being a leader requires vision, communication and perseverance. It also requires recognizing the leadership potential of those around you and encouraging them to reach that potential. Leadership can be challenging, but the rewards are great.

As we look forward to a new school year, we are confdent that you will beneft from the keynote speakers and breakout presentations we have planned for you. Most importantly, we know you will beneft from being together. We encourage you to use your time at the conference to learn from each other, to share struggles and successes, and to use the insights you gain to build your own leadership capacity. Thank you for your work in Missouri schools and your commitment to doing what’s best for students. Enjoy the conference!

Need Assistance?

If you need assistance during the conference, staff from the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) will be available at the conference registration area.

Governor Michael L. Parson • July 29 • 1:30 p.m.

Michael L. Parson was sworn in as Missouri’s 57th Governor on June 1, 2018. He came into the role of governor with a longtime commitment to serving others and more than 30 years of experience in public service. Governor Parson previously served as the 47th Lieutenant Governor of Missouri beginning in 2017 and also served in the Missouri Senate, House of Representatives and as sheriff of Polk County. He is a U.S. Army veteran.

Governor Parson was raised on a farm in Hickory County and graduated from Wheatland High School in Wheatland, Missouri. He is a small business owner and third generation farmer who currently owns a cow and calf operation near Bolivar. Governor Parson and his wife Teresa have two grown children and fve grandchildren.

State Board of Education President Charlie Shields • July 29 Luncheon Remarks

Charlie Shields was appointed to the State Board of Education in August 2012. He is president and chief executive offcer of Truman Medical Centers (TMC). Shields joined TMC in July 2010, after serving 20 years in the Missouri General Assembly as part of the House of Representatives, a member of the Senate and as Senate President Pro Tem. He earned his bachelor's degree in marketing and his master's degree in business administration from the University of Missouri.

Commissioner of Education Margie Vandeven • July 30 General Session Remarks

Margie Vandeven is passionate about ensuring that each child has the opportunity to graduate prepared for success. She has more than 27 years of student-centered service in education, including her time in Missouri's top educational post. She is a teacher who has provided education leadership in the classroom, school, state and national roles assumed throughout her career. She served as commissioner of elementary and secondary education from 2015-2017 and was reappointed by the State Board of Education in January 2019. As commissioner, Dr. Vandeven works collaboratively with a diverse group of stakeholders to improve educational opportunities for more than 918,000 Missouri students.

Missouri State Board of Education Members

President Vice President Charles W. Shields O. Victor Lenz, Jr.

Kimberly Bailey Carol Hallquist Michael W. Jones Donald Claycomb Peter F. Herschend Mary Schrag

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Sunday, July 28, 2019 Noon-6:00 p.m............................ Registration – Paradise Ballroom Foyer

3:00-4:45 p.m. ............................ General Session Part I – Paradise A/B • Presentation of Colors by Waynesville High School JROTC • Andy Goodman, Keynote

4:45-5:45 p.m. ............................ General Session Part II: Tell Your Story • Kelly Wachel, Lee's Summit R-VII School District

4:45-5:45 p.m. ............................ Commissioner's Advisory Council (by invitation) – Windgate 62/63

5:45-6:45 p.m. ............................ Reception for New Superintendents – Paradise C

Change the Story, Change the World

Andy Goodman Keynote

Andy Goodman is co-founder and director of The Goodman Center, which teaches communications and marketing professionals how to reach more people with more impact. Andy is internationally known for his speeches and workshops on storytelling and has led over 500 trainings for clients. For the past 20 years, he has been traveling across the U.S. and around the world, talking about the importance of telling stories. Andy is convinced that storytelling is the most powerful form of communication we have available to us … bar none. If you’re not already convinced, he hopes to change your mind.

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Monday, July 29, 2019 6:30-11:30 a.m............................ Registration – Paradise Ballroom Foyer

7:00-7:55 a.m.............................. Commissioner's Breakfast for New Superintendents (by invitation) – Nautical Wheeler

7:00-7:55 a.m.............................. Buffet Breakfast – Paradise Ballroom

8:00-9:15 a.m.............................. General Session – Paradise Ballroom • Sarah Sladek, Keynote

9:20 a.m.-12:10 p.m.................... Morning Concurrent Sessions

12:20-2:00 p.m. .......................... General Session and Pioneer Luncheon – Paradise Ballroom

In recognition of their distinguished and devoted service to public education in Missouri, the following are being honored as Missouri Pioneers in Education:

Blakley Cole Slaughter Slaughter Pastor Earnestine Blakley

Special Administrative Board, St. Louis City Public Schools Marjorie Cole Sybl Dell Blakemore Slaughter Victor B. Slaughter Melanie Adams Darnetta Clinkscale Richard Gaines Richard Sullivan

Adams Clinkscale Gaines Sullivan

Sarah Sladek Keynote

1:20 p.m. .................................... Presentation of JAG National "5 of 5" Award – First Lady Teresa Parson and Paul Kincaid, executive director, JAG Missouri

1:30 p.m. .................................... Governor Michael L. Parson

2:10-4:00 p.m. ............................ Afternoon Concurrent Sessions

Communicating with Multiple Generations in the Workforce As the founder and CEO of XYZ University, Sarah Sladek has grown a future-focused company comprised of generational researchers, presenters and strategists. She’s also founder of the RockStars@Work Conference, the nation’s frst business conference focused on bridging talent and leadership gaps in the workforce. Sarah’s expertise has been featured in international media, and she has keynoted events worldwide. Backed by years of experience and supported by solid research, Sarah remains committed to helping organizations engage every generation to thrive and prosper in the new economy.

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July 29, 2019 Concurrent Sessions 9:20-10:10 a.m. Windgate 60/61.......................... Career-Connected Learning

Windgate 62/63.......................... Different Approach to Professional Development

Windgate 64 ............................... Build Your Capacity for School-Ready Families and Children

Leeward 74/75............................ Increasing Experienced, Qualifed and Effective Teachers

Leeward 76/77........................... Leading for Equity – More Than a Conversation About Diversity

Nautical Wheeler ........................ School Safety Resources from the Center for Education Safety

Parasol I ...................................... Understanding the Missouri Assessment Program (MAP)

Parasol II ..................................... Update on Building-Level Annual Secretary of the Board Report

10:20-11:10 a.m. Windgate 60/61.......................... Career-Connected Learning

Windgate 62/63.......................... Different Approach to Professional Development

Windgate 64 ............................... Build Your Capacity for School-Ready Families and Children

Leeward 74/75............................ Increasing Experienced, Qualifed and Effective Teachers

Leeward 76/77........................... Leading for Equity – More Than a Conversation About Diversity

Nautical Wheeler ........................ School Safety Resources from the Center for Education Safety

Parasol I ...................................... Understanding the Missouri Assessment Program (MAP)

Parasol II ......................................Understanding School Finance and Governance Issues: Helping Districts Lead to Succeed

11:20 a.m.-12:10 p.m. Windgate 60/61.......................... How Trauma-Informed Schools Help Every Student Succeed

Windgate 62/63.......................... Data-Based Decision Making

Windgate 64 ............................... Here Comes the Sun! Sunshine Law Basics

Leeward 74/75............................ Grow Your Own

Leeward 76/77........................... The Power of Computer Science

Nautical Wheeler ........................ Missouri Course Access and Virtual School Program (MOCAP)

Parasol I .......................................Missouri School Improvement Program (MSIP) and 2019 Annual Performance Report (APR)

Parasol II ......................................Understanding School Finance and Governance Issues: Helping Districts Lead to Succeed

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July 29, 2019 Concurrent Sessions 2:10-3:00 p.m. Windgate 60/61.......................... How Trauma-Informed Schools Help Every Student Succeed

Windgate 62/63.......................... Data-Based Decision Making

Windgate 64 ............................... Here Comes the Sun! Sunshine Law Basics

Leeward 74/75.............................Missouri's Leadership Development System (MLDS) – Professional Learning for Principals, from Aspiring to Retiring

Leeward 76/77........................... Leadership for the 21st Century: Preparing Career-Ready Students

Nautical Wheeler ........................ Missouri Course Access and Virtual School Program (MOCAP)

Parasol I .......................................Missouri School Improvement Program (MSIP) and 2019 Annual Performance Report (APR)

2:10-4:00 p.m. Parasol II ..................................... Districtwide System of Support

3:10-4:00 p.m. Windgate 60/61.......................... Career Readiness and Success – Tools to Support Students

Windgate 62/63.......................... Data-Based Decision Making

Windgate 64 ............................... The Power of Computer Science

Leeward 74/75.............................Missouri's Leadership Development System (MLDS) – Professional Learning for Principals, from Aspiring to Retiring

Leeward 76/77........................... Leadership for the 21st Century: Preparing Career-Ready Students

Nautical Wheeler ........................ Missouri Course Access and Virtual School Program (MOCAP)

Parasol I .......................................Missouri School Improvement Program (MSIP) and 2019 Annual Performance Report (APR)

DESE Help Desk Paradise Ballroom Foyer • 9:20 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Visit the DESE help desk for answers to your questions:

• Assessment • School Finance • Early Learning • State and Federal Accountability • Educator Certifcation • Transportation • Grants and Resources • User Manager and Access • Missouri Course Access to DESE Web Applications Program (MOCAP)

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Concurrent Sessions

• Build Your Capacity for School-Ready Families and Children

Session presented in Windgate 64 • 9:20-10:10 a.m. and 10:20-11:10 a.m.

This session will review current early learning and parent education services and provide a fresh look. Come learn about quality improvement strategies that maximize your capacity to support school readiness.

Presenters – Jo Anne Ralston and Lana Brooks, DESE

• Career-Connected Learning

Session presented in Windgate 60/61 • 9:20-10:10 a.m. and 10:20-11:10 a.m.

This session will identify ways in which state and local governments, educational institutions, training providers, and the private sector can work collaboratively to develop a successful 21st century workforce for Missouri and improve our state's economy. DESE will discuss programming that offers guidance and support for Missouri's schools to enable them to provide pre-K through postsecondary career-connected learning opportunities for every student.

Presenters – Blaine Henningsen, Roger Barnes and Steve Bryant, DESE

• Career Readiness and Success – Tools to Support Students

Session presented in Windgate 60/61 • 3:10-4:00 p.m.

This session will showcase ways to support students as they integrate their knowledge, skills and experiences into their career planning. Become familiar with the updated Individual Career and Academic Plan (ICAP), ICAP integration into Missouri Connections, and the new Program of Study templates, and how these critical tools help every student with career planning, educational transitioning and self-appraisal.

Presenters – M. René Yoesel, Steve Bryant, Chrissy Bashore and Amber Ernst, DESE

• Data-Based Decision Making

Session presented in Windgate 62/63 • 11:20 a.m.-12:10 p.m., 2:10-3:00 p.m. and 3:10-4:00 p.m.

How will you collect the evidence necessary to show student achievement and growth? Ozark Schools is on a journey to build dashboards and a scorecard to measure what matters. While not yet perfected, we'll share our journey toward a systemic solution using impactful data to ensure that each student learns.

Presenters – Ozark School District Leadership Team 6

Concurrent Sessions

• Different Approach to Professional Development

Session presented in Windgate 62/63 • 9:20-10:10 a.m. and 10:20-11:10 a.m.

Success often depends on putting the right people in the right places and taking a different approach to professional development. When teachers and staff create professional development, they have ownership of the process. In this session, learn how a team of teachers, tech staff and administrators worked with stakeholders to develop a successful plan of action for schools in the Richland R-I School District.

Presenters – Frank Killian, Cindy Rhodes, Adam Touchette, Paul Arnold and Rebecca Arnold, Richland R-I School District

• Districtwide System of Support

Session presented in Parasol II • 2:10-4:00 p.m.

What does it take to create a district focus on continuous improvement, regardless of status, and to shift from a collection of buildings with a central administration to a district system of education? What is DESE providing to all school districts to support this change? Three superintendents will provide details of their districts’ journey toward excellence, their efforts to help DESE identify and put in place the supports needed for success in Missouri districts and local education agencies, and resulting data.

Presenters – Sam Duncan and Angela Hanlin, New Madrid Co. R-I School District; Scott Dill, Poplar Bluff School District; and Jason Sefrit, City of St. Charles School District

• Grow Your Own

Session presented in Leeward 74/75 • 11:20 a.m.-12:10 p.m.

Successful leaders ensure every school has great teachers, but it is becoming more challenging. Do you struggle to recruit quality teachers, especially in certain content areas or because of your geographic location? Do you wish you had more ethnically diverse teachers or male teachers? Do you have teacher retention issues? This session will provide examples from districts around the state that have developed programs to “grow their own” teachers. Come hear strategies and examples of success.

Presenters – Nicolle Adair, Columbia Public Schools; Mark Maus, North Kansas City School District; Shelly Parks, 2019 Missouri Teacher of the Year, Francis Howell School District; and Linda Glasgow, University of Central Missouri

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Concurrent Sessions

• Here Comes the Sun! Sunshine Law Basics

Session presented in Windgate 64 • 11:20 a.m.-12:10 p.m. and 2:10-3:00 p.m.

Introductory training on the Sunshine Law will provide you with the basics of what you need to know about public records and public meetings. This valuable information will be helpful to you in advising both your school board and your staff on this important law. You will learn many practical tips to assist you in your role as a school administrator.

Presenters – Peggy Landwehr and Sarah Madden, DESE

• How Trauma-Informed Schools Help Every Student Succeed

Session presented in Windgate 60/61 • 11:20 a.m.-12:10 p.m. and 2:10-3:00 p.m.

Promoting trauma-sensitive school approaches has the greatest potential for a positive effect on all students. A trauma-informed school promotes healthy, resilient educators and learners capable of disrupting the cycle of trauma in their lives and communities and creating outcomes that are more equitable. This session will address updates in the Missouri Model for Trauma-Informed Schools to include the Missouri Model Guidance Document, a new parent toolkit, and best practices.

Presenters – Rachel Jones, Department of Mental Health; and M. René Yoesel, Chrissy Bashore and Amber Ernst, DESE

• Increasing Experienced, Qualifed and Effective Teachers

Session presented in Leeward 74/75 • 9:20-10:10 a.m. and 10:20-11:10 a.m.

Excellent educators are experienced, qualifed and effective. Successful leaders ensure every student has access to these kinds of teachers. Missouri equity labs have been exploring strategies to make this happen. Data will be shared from equity labs held this year as well as research on the impact of the initial equity labs discussed by the author of the study. Strategies from districts across the state that are working toward ensuring equitable access to excellent educators will be shared.

Presenters – Andrea Dixon-Seahorn, Liberty 53 Public Schools; and Paul Katnik, DESE

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Concurrent Sessions

• Leadership for the 21st Century: Preparing Career-Ready Students

Session presented in Leeward 76/77 • 2:10-3:00 p.m. and 3:10-4:00 p.m.

This session will provide examples of how district leaders can modify instruction and provide opportunities for students to practice skills such as self-effcacy, assertiveness, and self-regulation in their course content. It will also provide information on research-based practices and free resources to assist in developing these skills.

Presenters – Vicki McNamara, Camdenton R-III School District; and Elise Heger, University of Kansas

• Leading for Equity – More Than a Conversation About Diversity

Session presented in Leeward 76/77 • 9:20-10:10 a.m. and 10:20-11:10 a.m.

Equitable educational outcomes for Missouri's students remain an elusive yet attainable reality. Historical, social and practical truths have a profound impact on student opportunity. Learn how inequity plays out in the classroom, hear how some Missouri schools are taking action, and consider how you, as an educational leader, can make a difference.

Presenters – Michael Brown, St. Louis Public Schools; and Jim Masters, DESE

• Missouri Course Access and Virtual School Program (MOCAP)

Session presented in Nautical Wheeler • 11:20 a.m.-12:10 p.m., 2:10-3:00 p.m. and 3:10-4:00 p.m.

In this session, school leaders will be updated on the state of MOCAP and how they can provide greater access to help students succeed in school and life. Included in the presentation will be an overview of enrollment process, district responsibilities for the Missouri Course Access and Virtual School Program, and current and anticipated course offerings.

Presenters – Stacy Morse and John Robertson, DESE

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Concurrent Sessions

• Missouri’s Leadership Development System (MLDS) – Professional Learning for Principals, from Aspiring to Retiring

Session presented in Leeward 74/75 • 2:10-3:00 p.m. and 3:10-4:00 p.m.

From serving just over 150 principals two years ago to engaging more than 1,100 in 2018-19, Missouri's approach to leadership development is unique. Meaningful and relevant learning is the hallmark of this system, but don’t take our word for it. Come see what MLDS learning looks like in Missouri school districts – not from a DESE perspective, but from PK-12 practitioners and central offce personnel who recognize the value of continuous professional learning.

Presenters – Kim Shinn, Monroe City R-I School District; Gena Sitton, Advance R-IV School District; Megan Stryjewski, Wentzville R-IV School District; Vivian Roper, Tolbert Academy; and Jim Masters, DESE

• Missouri School Improvement Program (MSIP) and 2019 Annual Performance Report (APR)

Session presented in Parasol I • 11:20 a.m.-12:10 p.m., 2:10-3:00 p.m. and 3:10-4:00 p.m.

DESE will present plans for the 2019 APR and will discuss the development of MSIP 6. Leaders will learn how the MSIP 6 development and pilot process will unfold over the next year, as well as learn about upcoming changes in reporting.

Presenters – Chris Neale and Jocelyn Strand, DESE

• The Power of Computer Science

Session presented in Leeward 76/77 • 11:20 a.m.-12:10 p.m. Session presented in Windgate 64 • 3:10-4:00 p.m.

Teachers must be able to effectively teach computer science as well as clearly communicate the value of computer science for student learning. Through computer science, students learn the knowledge and skills they need to become ready for success. Receive the latest information pertaining to the computer science standards, granting of credit and opportunities for computer science training for teachers.

Presenters – Doug Barton, Lindbergh Schools; and Blaine Henningsen and Lori Brewer, DESE

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Concurrent Sessions

• School Safety Resources from the Center for Education Safety

Session presented in Nautical Wheeler • 9:20-10:10 a.m. and 10:20-11:10 a.m.

This session will address the myriad of school safety resources available to Missouri schools through the Missouri School Boards’ Association (MSBA) Center for Education Safety. Best practices will be identifed along with actual implementation and utilization of the resources by Southern Boone County R-1 School District.

Presenters – Paul Fennewald, MSBA Center for Education Safety; and Chris Felmlee, Southern Boone County R-1 School District

• Understanding the Missouri Assessment Program (MAP)

Session presented in Parasol I • 9:20-10:10 a.m. and 10:20-11:10 a.m.

In this session, you will hear the latest about Grade-Level and End-of-Course tests that make up the Missouri Assessment Program. Learn about the continuing rollout of new tests and the tools that are available for instructional support.

Presenters – Shaun Bates, Dixie Grupe, Debbie Jameson and Lisa Sireno, DESE

• Understanding School Finance and Governance Issues: Helping Districts Lead to Succeed

Session presented in Parasol II • 10:20-11:10 a.m. and 11:20 a.m.-12:10 p.m.

In this session, DESE will provide an overview and update on school fnance and governance issues including, but not limited to, payment projections, school calendar, mandated quarterly reporting, building-level per pupil expenditures, and governance issues.

Presenters – David Tramel and Tammy Lehmen, DESE

• Update on Building-Level Annual Secretary of the Board Report

Session presented in Parasol II • 9:20-10:10 a.m.

This session will provide an update and information related to Financial Data Reporting at the building level.

Presenters – David Tramel and Tammy Lehmen, DESE

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Major General Donna W. Martin • July 30 General Session Remarks

Major General Donna W. Martin is the Commanding General of the U.S. Army Maneuver Support Center of Excellence and Ft. Leonard Wood. In this capacity, she oversees the development of capable and adaptive leaders and warriors.

She has served in the Army for 30 years and took command of Ft. Leonard Wood in August 2018. Previously, she served as the chief of military police and commandant of the Military Police School at Ft. Leonard Wood, where she oversaw the training and development of military police soldiers and leaders.

Tuesday, July 30, 2019 8:00-8:40 a.m.............................. Breakfast Buffet – Paradise Ballroom

8:40 a.m...................................... General Session – Paradise Ballroom • Major General Donna W. Martin, Ft. Leonard Wood:

Leadership • Deputy Commissioner Roger Dorson:

Budget and Legislative Update • Department of Public Safety: Courage2Report • Commissioner Margie Vandeven: Remarks

Missouri's plan to ensure access to high-quality education for students has one overarching goal: All Missouri students will graduate ready for success.

Strategic Priorities • Access, Opportunity, Equity #ShowMeSuccess • Teachers and Leaders • Effciency and Effectiveness

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Schedule at a Glance Sunday, July 28, 2019

Noon-6:00 p.m.......................... Registration – Paradise Ballroom Foyer 3:00-4:45 p.m. .......................... General Session Part I – Paradise A/B

• Presentation of Colors by Waynesville High School JROTC • Andy Goodman: Change the Story, Change the World

4:45-5:45 p.m. .......................... General Session Part II, Tell Your Story – Paradise A/B • Kelly Wachel, Lee's Summit R-VII School District

4:45-5:45 p.m. .......................... Commissioner's Advisory Council (by invitation) – Windgate 62/63 5:45-6:45 p.m. .......................... Reception for New Superintendents – Paradise C

Monday, July 29, 2019

6:30-11:30 a.m.......................... Registration – Paradise Ballroom Foyer 7:00-7:55 a.m............................ Commissioner's Breakfast for New Superintendents (by invitation) –

Nautical Wheeler 7:00-7:55 a.m............................ Breakfast Buffet – Paradise Ballroom 8:00-9:15 a.m............................ General Session – Paradise Ballroom

• Sarah Sladek: Communicating with Multiple Generations in the Workforce

9:20 a.m.-12:10 p.m.................. Morning Concurrent Sessions 12:20-2:00 p.m. ........................ General Session and Pioneer Luncheon – Paradise Ballroom 1:20 p.m. .................................. Presentation of JAG National "5 of 5" Award – First Lady Teresa Parson

and Paul Kincaid, executive director, JAG Missouri 1:30 p.m. .................................. Governor Michael L. Parson 2:10-4:00 p.m. .......................... Afternoon Concurrent Sessions

Tuesday, July 30, 2019

8:00-8:40 a.m............................ Breakfast Buffet – Paradise Ballroom 8:40 a.m.................................... General Session – Paradise Ballroom

• Major General Donna W. Martin, Ft. Leonard Wood: Leadership

• Deputy Commissioner Roger Dorson: Budget and Legislative Update • Department of Public Safety: Courage2Report • Commissioner Margie Vandeven: Remarks