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Friday, January 3
 

8:00am CST

(CHOICE) Washburn University Para to Teacher program (TARGET AUDIENCE: Para Educators) LIMITED
Friday January 3, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Bishop Professional Development Center
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TARGET AUDIENCE: Para Educators

This session will help provide information for para educators considering become certified teachers. The session will provide all necessary information ranging from financial aid to required course work.
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WU
Friday January 3, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Bishop Professional Development Center 3601 SW 31st St, Topeka, KS 66614
  Pre-K, Para Educators |   Elementary, Para Educators |   Middle School, Para Educators |   High School, Para Educators

8:00am CST

(REQUIRED) Math 6 From Data to Action: Enhancing Math Teaching through Data Insights Part 2 (TARGET AUDIENCE: Middle School Math Teachers) LIMITED
Friday January 3, 2025 8:00am - 9:30am CST
HPHS, Room 108
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TARGET AUDIENCE: Middle School Math Teachers

In this session, math teachers will explore the power of data-driven conversations to enhance student learning. Participants will learn how to effectively analyze student performance data, facilitate meaningful discussions colleagues, and develop actionable plans for improving instruction. Through group collaboration, teachers will leave equipped with strategies to turn data into targeted teaching and growth opportunities in their math classrooms.
Moderators
avatar for Cherryl Delacruz

Cherryl Delacruz

6-12 Math Consulting Teacher, Topeka Public Schools
Speakers
JW

Jennifer Walker

Math C&A Team Member, Secondary Instructional Coach
Friday January 3, 2025 8:00am - 9:30am CST
HPHS, Room 108 2424 SE California Ave, Topeka, KS 66605
  Middle School, Math Teachers

8:00am CST

(CHOICE) Adobe Express in ELA (Target Audience: Middle School ELA Teachers, High School ELA Teachers) LIMITED
Friday January 3, 2025 8:00am - 9:30am CST
HPHS
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Target Audience: Middle School ELA Teachers, High School ELA Teachers

In this session you will learn how to use the Adobe Express tools and templates to customize and enhance your lessons.
Moderators
avatar for Travis True

Travis True

Curriculum Technology Specialist, Topeka Public Schools
Travis True is an accomplished professional with a strong foundation in instructional design and development, e-learning, and curriculum development. With a career that spans over 20 years and various roles, including Technology Integration Specialist/Instructional Designer at Topeka... Read More →
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AP
Friday January 3, 2025 8:00am - 9:30am CST
HPHS 2424 SE California Ave, Topeka, KS 66605
  Middle School, Middle School ELA Teachers, High School ELA Teachers |   High School, Middle School ELA Teachers, High School ELA Teachers

8:00am CST

(REQUIRED) Unit 3 CDM Rollout (Target Audience: EL Teacher) LIMITED
Friday January 3, 2025 8:00am - 9:30am CST
HPHS Room #202
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Target Audience: EL Teacher

This session will focus on the updates made to the Unit 3 secondary ESOL curriculum design maps. There will be an overview of the Unit 3 and then a deep dive into the CDM to maximize learning and language development.
Moderators
avatar for Roger Laubengayer

Roger Laubengayer

Secondary EL Consulting Teacher and Instructional Coach, Topeka Public Schools
Friday January 3, 2025 8:00am - 9:30am CST
HPHS Room #202 2424 SE California Ave, Topeka, KS 66605
  Middle School, EL Teacher |   High School, EL Teacher

8:00am CST

(REQUIRED) Classroom Management (TARGET AUDIENCE: All NEW Staff to TPS in 2024-2025. ) LIMITED
Friday January 3, 2025 8:00am - 11:15am CST
Bishop, Monroe A-C
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TARGET AUDIENCE: All NEW Staff to TPS in 2024-2025

Mark McLoed will share the second half day of strategies with new staff to support their success in the classroom. McLoed is a dynamic presenter that will also instill staff with the motivation and confidence to manage their classroom.
Speakers
MM
Friday January 3, 2025 8:00am - 11:15am CST
Bishop, Monroe A-C 3601 SW 31st St, Topeka, KS 66614
  ALL Levels, All NEW Staff to TPS in 2024-2025.

8:00am CST

(REQUIRE) Secondary Counseling Responsibilities and Strategies (TARGET AUDIENCE: Secondary Counselors) LIMITED
Friday January 3, 2025 8:00am - 11:15am CST
Bishop, McKinley
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TARGET AUDIENCE: Secondary Counselors

Session includes IPS, Improving Attendance Outcomes, Bibliocounseling, Ethical and Legal Updates and Motivational Interviewing for Counselors
Moderators
DG

Dr. Grimes

Principal, Avondale
Friday January 3, 2025 8:00am - 11:15am CST
Bishop, McKinley 3601 SW 31st St, Topeka, KS 66614
  High school and Middle School, Secondary Counselors

8:00am CST

(REQUIRED) Middle School Computer Science Standards and Practices (TARGET AUDIENCE: Middle School Computer Science Teachers) LIMITED
Friday January 3, 2025 8:00am - 11:15am CST
HPHS Collab Room
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TARGET AUDIENCE: Middle School Computer Science Teachers

Middle School Project Lead the Way teachers will meet to collaborate and discuss best practices and application to standards.
Moderators
avatar for Gail Ramirez

Gail Ramirez

Curriculum Technology Integration Specialist, Topeka Public Schools
I am a district-level Curriculum Technology Integration Specialist. I am certified as a Google Trainer, Seesaw Certified Teacher, Wakelet Coach, Apple Learning Specialist, Microsoft Trainer, and Adobe Certified Expert/Trainer. I work with our computer science curriculum and coding... Read More →
Friday January 3, 2025 8:00am - 11:15am CST
HPHS Collab Room 2424 SE California Ave, Topeka, KS 66605
  Middle School, Computer Science Teachers

8:00am CST

(REQUIRED) Middle school science preparing students for high stakes tests and data interpretation. (Target Audience: Middle School Science Teachers) LIMITED
Friday January 3, 2025 8:00am - 11:15am CST
HPHS S6
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Target Audience: Middle School Science Teachers

Middle school teachers collaborate and share ideas to prepare for high stakes tests.
Speakers
avatar for Stacy Mitchell
Friday January 3, 2025 8:00am - 11:15am CST
HPHS S6 2424 SE California Ave, Topeka, KS 66605
  Middle School, Science Teachers

8:00am CST

(REQUIRED) Middle School Social Studies (TARGET AUDIENCE: Middle School Social Studies Teachers) LIMITED
Friday January 3, 2025 8:00am - 11:15am CST
Bishop PDC - Curtis
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TARGET AUDIENCE: Middle School Social Studies Teachers

This session will discuss incorporating Indigenous history into the content with guest speaker Dr. Tai Edwards. Teachers will also have a chance to collaborate by grade level.
Moderators
LN

Leslie Nelson

6-12 Social Studies Consulting Teacher, Topeka Public Schools
YT

Yale Taylor

Consulting Teachers for Native American Studies, Topeka Public Schools
Speakers
DT
SS
Friday January 3, 2025 8:00am - 11:15am CST
Bishop PDC - Curtis 3601 SW 31st St, Topeka, KS 66614
  Middle School, Social Studies Teachers

8:00am CST

(REQUIRED) Band Curriculum Ideas for the Classrom (TARGET AUDIENCE: Middle School & High School Band Teachers) LIMITED
Friday January 3, 2025 8:00am - 11:15am CST
HPHS Band Room - M4
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TARGET AUDIENCE: Middle School & High School Band Teachers

University professors, Scott Watson and Kim Trujillo, will be providing Professional Development. Teachers will be provided curricular based ideas for tuba and drum set to use in their classrooms.
Moderators
CR
Speakers
SW
KT
Friday January 3, 2025 8:00am - 11:15am CST
HPHS Band Room - M4 2424 SE California Ave, Topeka, KS 66605
  Middle School, Band Teachers |   High School, Band Teachers

8:00am CST

(REQUIRED) CTE Community Partnerships (TARGET AUDIENCE: CTE Teachers) LIMITED
Friday January 3, 2025 8:00am - 11:15am CST
TCALC?
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TARGET AUDIENCE: CTE Teachers

CTE teachers will explore one of our local industry partners by taking a tour and hearing a brief presentation. Teachers may select which partner to visit by filling out this form: https://forms.gle/tLEFuUtEVBTKf1sG7
Moderators
avatar for Laura Nichols
Speakers
M
Friday January 3, 2025 8:00am - 11:15am CST
TCALC? 500 SW Tuffy Kellogg Dr, Topeka, KS 66606
  Middle School, CTE Teachers |   High School, CTE Teachers

8:00am CST

(REQUIRED) KELPA Ethics & Security Training & KELPA Scoring Calibration w/ KSDE Rubrics(Secondary) (Target Audience: EL Teacher) LIMITED
Friday January 3, 2025 8:00am - 11:15am CST
HPHS Room #202
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Target Audience: EL Teacher

This training will provide guidelines and procedures related to preparation for Kansas English Language Proficiency Assessment. Teachers will be prepared to administer the KELPA. Teachers will also learn to score the speaking and writing sections of the assessment.
Moderators
avatar for Roger Laubengayer

Roger Laubengayer

Secondary EL Consulting Teacher and Instructional Coach, Topeka Public Schools
Friday January 3, 2025 8:00am - 11:15am CST
HPHS Room #202 2424 SE California Ave, Topeka, KS 66605
  Middle School, EL Teacher |   High School, EL Teacher

8:00am CST

(REQUIRED) Orchestra Curriculum Ideas for the Classrom (TARGET AUDIENCE: Orchestra Teachers) LIMITED
Friday January 3, 2025 8:00am - 11:15am CST
HPHS Orchesta Room - M2
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TARGET AUDIENCE: Orchestra Teachers

K-State Music Education Professor, Rachel Dirks, will be providing Professional Development. Teachers will be provided orchestral based curriculum ideas to use in their classrooms.
Moderators
CR
Speakers
RD
Friday January 3, 2025 8:00am - 11:15am CST
HPHS Orchesta Room - M2 2424 SE California Ave, Topeka, KS 66605
  Middle School, Orchestra Teachers |   High School, Orchestra Teachers

8:00am CST

(REQUIRED) Powerful Practices for Paraprofessionals (Target Audience: MS/HS Para's, Sped and EL) LIMITED
Friday January 3, 2025 8:00am - 11:15am CST
THS - Cafiteria
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Target Audience: MS/HS Para's, Sped and EL

Equips participants with effective strategies to support students in educational settings. It highlights the roles and responsibilities of paraeducators, fostering independence, implementing accommodations and modifications, and understanding key concepts like FAPE and LRE. By focusing on collaboration and tailored support, the training aims to enhance student outcomes and strengthen the partnership between paraeducators and educators.
Moderators
NB

Nancy Bloomcamp

Secondary IIC Coordinator, Quinton Heights
Speakers
G
Friday January 3, 2025 8:00am - 11:15am CST
THS - Cafiteria 800 SW 10th St, Topeka, KS 66612
  Middle School, Paraprofessionals |   High School, Paraprofessionals

8:00am CST

(REQUIRED) Secondary LMS Policy Meeting (Target Audience: Middle School & High School Library Media Specialists) LIMITED
Friday January 3, 2025 8:00am - 11:15am CST
TSCPL, Menninger Room 206 (2nd floor)
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Target Audience: Middle School & High School Library Media Specialists

This session brings middle and high school librarians together to review and refine materials selection policies. Participants will discuss strategies for evaluating resources that support diverse student needs while fostering inclusivity and intellectual freedom. The session will focus on developing a collaborative approach to policy review, ensuring a well-rounded and effective library collection.
Speakers
TS
Friday January 3, 2025 8:00am - 11:15am CST
TSCPL, Menninger Room 206 (2nd floor) 1515 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, KS 66604
  Middle School, Library Media Specialists |   High School, Library Media Specialists

8:00am CST

(REQUIRED) Understanding and Supporting Neurodivergent Students: Bridging Assessment and Treatment for Success (TARGET AUDIENCE: Secondary Social Workers, School Liaisons, 12 Mentors) LIMITED
Friday January 3, 2025 8:00am - 11:15am CST
Quinton Heights Meeting Room
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TARGET AUDIENCE: Secondary Social Workers, School Liaisons, 12 Mentors

This session will equip participants with the knowledge and tools to effectively assess and support neurodivergent students in educational settings. Participants will explore neurodiversity-affirming practices, evidence-based intervention strategies, and inclusive approaches to fostering academic, social, and emotional success for students with diverse neurodevelopmental needs.
Moderators
L
SM

Susan Mills

Social Work Coordinator, Quinton Heights
Speakers
MT
Friday January 3, 2025 8:00am - 11:15am CST
Quinton Heights Meeting Room 2331 SW Topeka Blvd, Topeka, KS 66611
  Middle School, Secondary Social Workers, School Liaisons, 12 Mentors |   High School, Secondary Social Workers, School Liaisons, 12 Mentors

8:00am CST

(REQUIRED) Diabetes Care and Toiletting (TARGET AUDIENCE: Nursing Services Staff) LIMITED
Friday January 3, 2025 8:00am - 11:15am CST
NA (need Philips board)
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TARGET AUDIENCE: Nursing Services Staff

Nursing Services will be receiving diabetic care training as well as education on toileting issues that we see in the school setting.
Moderators
KD
Speakers
avatar for Nicole Wade

Nicole Wade

Roving RN
BS
KF
Friday January 3, 2025 8:00am - 11:15am CST
NA (need Philips board)
  Pre-K, Nursing Services Staff |   Elementary, Nursing Services Staff |   Middle School, Nursing Services Staff |   High School, Nursing Services Staff

8:00am CST

(REQUIRED) Review of School Psychology Procedures for Evaluations and MDRs (TARGET AUDIENCE: School Psychologists) LIMITED
Friday January 3, 2025 8:00am - 11:15am CST
Bishop?
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TARGET AUDIENCE: School Psychologists

School Psychs will review examples and resources for completing MDRs and writing evaluation reports that will pass the file audit.
Speakers
KS
Friday January 3, 2025 8:00am - 11:15am CST
Bishop? 3601 SW 31st St, Topeka, KS 66614
  Pre-K, School Psychologists |   Elementary, School Psychologists |   Middle School, School Psychologists |   High School, School Psychologists

8:00am CST

(REQUIRED) Visual Art Curriculum Ideas for the Classroom (TARGET AUDIENCE: Pre-K, Elementary, Middle School, High School Visual Art Teachers) LIMITED
Friday January 3, 2025 8:00am - 11:15am CST
Washburn University Art Department
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TARGET AUDIENCE: Pre-K, Elementary, Middle School, High School Visual Art Teachers

Washburn University Art Education Professor, Deena Amont, will be providing Professional Development. Teachers will be provided art based curriculum ideas that will include an opportunity for hands-on activity and general discussion on Art Education Pedogagy.
Moderators
CR
Speakers
DA
Friday January 3, 2025 8:00am - 11:15am CST
Washburn University Art Department 1746 SW Durow Dr, Topeka, KS 66621
  Pre-K, Visual Art Teachers |   Elementary, Visual Art Teachers |   Middle School, Visual Art Teachers |   High School, Visual Art Teachers

9:00am CST

(REQUIRED) Secondary SLPs - Services and Supports (TARGET AUDIENCE: Middle School & High School Speech Language Pathologists) LIMITED
Friday January 3, 2025 9:00am - 11:15am CST
Quinton Heights
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TARGET AUDIENCE: Middle School & High School Speech Language Pathologists

This self-paced professional development opportunity is designed for secondary speech-language pathologists (SLPs) to enhance their expertise in making effective, evidence-based decisions regarding services and support for students on caseload.
Moderators
EM

Elisabeth Mikesic

Coordinator for Speech & Language, Quinton Heights
Friday January 3, 2025 9:00am - 11:15am CST
Quinton Heights 2331 SW Topeka Blvd, Topeka, KS 66611
  Middle School, Speech Language Pathologists |   High School, Speech Language Pathologists

9:15am CST

(CHOICE) CPR Train the Trainer (Target Audience: Secondary Activity Coordinators, All Classified Staff) LIMITED
Friday January 3, 2025 9:15am - 11:15am CST
Chase Gym
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Target Audience: Secondary Activity Coordinators, All Classified Staff

The Train the Trainer is for only those staff who signed up in advance and have taken the online component to be a CPR trainer.
Moderators
BS

Brenda Soldani

Athletic Director, Chase Middle School
Friday January 3, 2025 9:15am - 11:15am CST
Chase Gym 2250 NE State St, Topeka, KS 66616
  ALL Levels, Secondary Activity Coordinators, Classified Staff

9:45am CST

(REQUIRED) Middle school science KAP Mini Test Training (Target Audience: Middle School Science Teachers) LIMITED
Friday January 3, 2025 9:45am - 11:15am CST
HPHS S6
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Target Audience: Middle School Science Teachers

In this session, middle school teachers will learn skills to use the new KAP mini tests to prepare students for Kansas Science Assessments this spring.
Moderators
avatar for Jerrett Strube
Speakers
SA
Friday January 3, 2025 9:45am - 11:15am CST
HPHS S6 2424 SE California Ave, Topeka, KS 66605
  Middle School, Science Teachers

9:45am CST

(REQUIRED) Unifying Units 6th Grade ELA (TARGET AUDIENCE: Middle School ELA Teachers) LIMITED
Friday January 3, 2025 9:45am - 11:15am CST
HPHS Room #223
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TARGET AUDIENCE: Middle School ELA Teachers

Teachers will collaborate on the first unit of the second semester, as well as the district writing assessment.
Moderators
AE
Speakers
JH
Friday January 3, 2025 9:45am - 11:15am CST
HPHS Room #223 2424 SE California Ave, Topeka, KS 66605
  Middle School, ELA Teachers

9:45am CST

(CHOICE) Adobe Express in Math (Target Audience: Middle School Math Teachers, High School Math Teachers) LIMITED
Friday January 3, 2025 9:45am - 11:15am CST
HPHS Room #106
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Target Audience: Middle School Math Teachers, High School Math Teachers

In this session you will learn how to use the Adobe Express tools and templates to customize and enhance your lessons.
Moderators
avatar for Travis True

Travis True

Curriculum Technology Specialist, Topeka Public Schools
Travis True is an accomplished professional with a strong foundation in instructional design and development, e-learning, and curriculum development. With a career that spans over 20 years and various roles, including Technology Integration Specialist/Instructional Designer at Topeka... Read More →
Speakers
AP
Friday January 3, 2025 9:45am - 11:15am CST
HPHS Room #106 2424 SE California Ave, Topeka, KS 66605
  Middle School, Math Teachers, Math Teachers |   High School, Math Teachers, Math Teachers

9:45am CST

(CHOICE) AI in Math Classrooms: Transforming Learning Through Technology (TARGET AUDIENCE: Middle School & High School Math Teachers) LIMITED
Friday January 3, 2025 9:45am - 11:15am CST
HPHS, Room 108
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TARGET AUDIENCE: Middle School & High School Math Teachers

Discover how AI can revolutionize math education in this dynamic session designed for grades 6-12 educators. Learn practical strategies to integrate AI tools for personalized learning, data-driven instruction, and innovative problem-solving, while fostering student engagement and critical thinking. Through hands-on activities, ethical discussions, and actionable tips, participants will explore AI-powered platforms and leave with ready-to-implement ideas to enhance math instruction and support student success.
Moderators
avatar for Cherryl Delacruz

Cherryl Delacruz

6-12 Math Consulting Teacher, Topeka Public Schools
Speakers
avatar for Travis True

Travis True

Curriculum Technology Specialist, Topeka Public Schools
Travis True is an accomplished professional with a strong foundation in instructional design and development, e-learning, and curriculum development. With a career that spans over 20 years and various roles, including Technology Integration Specialist/Instructional Designer at Topeka... Read More →
Friday January 3, 2025 9:45am - 11:15am CST
HPHS, Room 108 2424 SE California Ave, Topeka, KS 66605
  Middle School, Math Teachers |   High School, Math Teachers

9:45am CST

(CHOICE) Math Interventions: Strategies for Supporting Learners (TARGET AUDIENCE: High School Math Teachers) LIMITED
Friday January 3, 2025 9:45am - 11:15am CST
HPHS, Room 107
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TARGET AUDIENCE: High School Math Teachers

Empower your students to overcome math challenges with effective intervention strategies tailored for grades 6-12. This session will explore research-based approaches to identify gaps in understanding, build foundational skills, and accelerate learning for struggling students. Participants will engage in hands-on activities, analyze student work, and learn how to design targeted interventions that support diverse learners.

The session will also cover practical tools, resources, and progress-monitoring techniques to ensure meaningful growth in mathematical understanding. Walk away with a toolkit of strategies and actionable plans to close achievement gaps and help all students succeed in math.
Moderators
avatar for Cherryl Delacruz

Cherryl Delacruz

6-12 Math Consulting Teacher, Topeka Public Schools
Speakers
JH
Friday January 3, 2025 9:45am - 11:15am CST
HPHS, Room 107 2424 SE California Ave, Topeka, KS 66605
  Middle School, Math Teachers |   High School, Math Teachers
 
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