Discover how to integrate client-centered projects into your classroom. These projects foster real-world learning and fulfill a post-secondary asset (PSA) graduation requirement. This session will equip you with resources, ready-to-use templates, and project examples to help you successfully implement in your classroom next year.
So now you know our students need more complex texts, but you don’t know where to start? This session will take the session Are We Text Rich? To the next steps. We will discuss the different aspects of what makes a text complex. Participants will learn the three components to text complexity, how to use text complexity rubrics, and how to plan from that analysis.
Explore new and updated district technology tools available to you and your students. In this session we will take a look at the new and updated technology tools available to you this year:
Classroom Technology Trainer, Olathe Public Schools
Spencer is the district Classroom Technology Trainer. She previously worked as a 4th grade teacher at Northview Elementary. She now works with all K-12 teachers in the district to utilize and implement instructional technologies.
Thursday May 29, 2025 10:00am - 11:30am CDT Room 1208
Join us for an in-depth look at Olathe Public Schools' comprehensive rebranding of its high school career readiness programs. This session will explore the unification of the 21st Century Academies, Olathe Advanced Technical Center (OATC) programs, and Comprehensive Career and Technical Education (CTE) Pathways under the cohesive "Career Pathways" model. Designed to align with high-demand industries, this model offers students personalized, hands-on learning experiences, industry-standard resources, and real-world partnerships to prepare them for post-secondary success. Attendees will also receive an exclusive preview of the forthcoming Olathe Public Schools Innovation Campus, set to open in Fall 2025. This state-of-the-art facility will house 6 of our current programs being relocated to this campus. Discover how the Innovation Campus will enhance the district's commitment to preparing students for their future careers through cutting-edge programs and facilities. Whether you're an educator, counselor, or administrator, this session offers valuable insights into the district's strategic approach to career readiness and the exciting developments on the horizon.
Discover how to integrate client-centered projects into your classroom. These projects foster real-world learning and fulfill a post-secondary asset (PSA) graduation requirement. This session will equip you with resources, ready-to-use templates, and project examples to help you successfully implement in your classroom next year.
Rigor isn't about giving more work—it’s about creating meaningful challenges that push students to think deeply and grow. In this session, we’ll break down what academic rigor really means and explore how to evaluate it in everyday classroom practices. You’ll learn how to design and assess tasks that go beyond surface-level learning, align with standards, and keep students engaged. Walk away with tools you can use right away, including ways to adjust assignments for deeper thinking and tips for recognizing rigor in student work. Let’s make challenging learning both doable and rewarding—for you and your students.
Join us for an in-depth look at Olathe Public Schools' comprehensive rebranding of its high school career readiness programs. This session will explore the unification of the 21st Century Academies, Olathe Advanced Technical Center (OATC) programs, and Comprehensive Career and Technical Education (CTE) Pathways under the cohesive "Career Pathways" model. Designed to align with high-demand industries, this model offers students personalized, hands-on learning experiences, industry-standard resources, and real-world partnerships to prepare them for post-secondary success. Attendees will also receive an exclusive preview of the forthcoming Olathe Public Schools Innovation Campus, set to open in Fall 2025. This state-of-the-art facility will house 6 of our current programs being relocated to this campus. Discover how the Innovation Campus will enhance the district's commitment to preparing students for their future careers through cutting-edge programs and facilities. Whether you're an educator, counselor, or administrator, this session offers valuable insights into the district's strategic approach to career readiness and the exciting developments on the horizon.
