This session will cover some of the basic features available to teachers in their Skyward gradebook. It will also explore adjusting display settings, cloning gradebooks, removing grades/no count/missing checkboxes, etc. We will also cover open/closed grading windows and grade change request process for teachers.
Indiana legislation requires all certified teachers who support reading to add the Early Literacy Endorsement at the time of their license renewal that falls on or after July 1, 2027. This session will review the approved professional development offerings and vendors, information on the Praxis, and steps to add the endorsement on LVIS.
Lunch and Learn about the New Indiana Diploma for the Class of 2029 and beyond. Focus on how we can continue to provide outstanding opportunities for our students and help ALL earn an Honors Seal.
Teams for LN will lead an interactive session on how to get students involved in your school beyond Athletics and Performing Arts. Clubs and Student Activities are a great way to get connected in a school.
Indiana legislation requires all certified teachers who support reading to add the Early Literacy Endorsement at the time of their license renewal that falls on or after July 1, 2027. This session will review the approved professional development offerings and vendors, information on the Praxis, and steps to add the endorsement on LVIS.
This session is designed for middle and high school dual language teachers to deepen their understanding of effective secondary dual language implementation. Participants will explore expectations across key areas, including environmental supports, language allocation, instructional strategies, and the long-term goals of dual language programming. The session will also dive into the Secondary Dual Language Framework and its connection to daily lesson planning, helping teachers intentionally design instruction that promotes biliteracy, rmeaningful language use, and rigorous content learning.
This Lunch and Learn will focus on topics about the new High School Diploma and helping MS teachers and administrators better understand the credit earning process.
Indiana legislation requires all certified teachers who support reading to add the Early Literacy Endorsement at the time of their license renewal that falls on or after July 1, 2027. This session will review the approved professional development offerings and vendors, information on the Praxis, and steps to add the endorsement on LVIS.
Teams for LC will lead an interactive session on how to get students involved in your school beyond Athletics and Performing Arts. Clubs and Student Activities are a great way to get connected in a school.
Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm EDT B102
Case conferences and parent meetings often require educators and administrators to navigate complex, high-stakes conversations. In this session, participants will learn how to prepare for, engage in, and follow up on difficult discussions with families. With a focus on empathy, structure, and clarity, this session provides practical tools to help you stay grounded, professional, and effective, even in high-pressure situations.
This session is designed for teachers to deepen their understanding of the Lawrence Language Considerations within FTEM and how they apply directly to daily instruction. Participants will explore how intentionally planning for language alongside content strengthens student access, engagement, and overall learning. The session will focus on practical strategies for embedding language supports into lesson planning and using reflection to refine instruction.
