Loading…
Olathe Summer Conference 2025
Venue: Room 1223 clear filter
Wednesday, May 28
 

10:00am CDT

Writers Workshop for High School Classrooms LIMITED
Wednesday May 28, 2025 10:00am - 11:30am CDT
Room 1223
Ever heard Writers Workshop said at professional development? Curious and wanting to learn more about what it's all about? This session will offer a crash course on the writers workshop model, an open panel of current high school teachers to answer questions, and an opportunity to make and share manipulatives (anchor charts, checklists, and mentor texts!) that can be implemented in your own English classroom this fall!
Speakers
BH

Baily Hightower

English Teacher, Olathe South High School
Baily will be heading into my eighth year of teaching (all eight years at Olathe South) and currently teaches English 10 and Honors English 10. She love to read, but her real passion is collaborating with other great teachers and working towards creating strong, self-sufficient, and... Read More →
EL

Emma Lockard

English Teacher, Olathe East High School
Emma is wrapping up her 13th year in education and has experience teaching English at grade levels ranging from 6th grade to 12th grade in a variety of environments across several states. When she's not teaching, she is devouring as many books as possible, traveling to National Parks... Read More →
avatar for Catie Penrose

Catie Penrose

English Teacher, Olathe East High School
Catie will be heading into her 17th year of teaching and has experience teaching English at both the middle and high school level.  Currently, she teaches English 10 and College Prep English at Olathe East.  When not working, Catie enjoys reading, sewing, and traveling to National... Read More →
HS

Heather Sramek

English Teacher, Olathe West High School
With 26 years of teaching experience, Heather Sramek currently teaches Honors English 10 and AP Language and Composition at Olathe West High School. Her love for literature is matched only by her enthusiasm for helping students find their own voice through writing and critical thinking... Read More →
Wednesday May 28, 2025 10:00am - 11:30am CDT
Room 1223
  High School

2:30pm CDT

Diving into Teacher Clarity, Learning Intentions, and Success Criteria LIMITED
Wednesday May 28, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm CDT
Room 1223
As BLT co-chairs we have been diving deeper into teacher clarity all school year. We have applied learning intentions and success criteria into our own classrooms and helped other teachers in our building do the same. Now, we are wanting to share our knowledge and ideas with others. This session will go over how we have used learning intentions and success criteria in multiple subjects and how we have communicated these with students. 
Speakers
CM

Caitlin McGraw

3rd Grade Teacher, Mahaffie Elementary
3rd grade teachers at Mahaffie Elementary and BLT co-chairs. We have done a lot of work with teacher clarity, learning intentions, and success criteria both in our PLC and in our building with other PLCs and administration. 
MV

Mallory Vickers

3rd Grade Teachers, Mahaffie Elementary
3rd grade teachers at Mahaffie Elementary and BLT co-chairs. We have done a lot of work with teacher clarity, learning intentions, and success criteria both in our PLC and in our building with other PLCs and administration. 
Wednesday May 28, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm CDT
Room 1223
  Elementary
 
Thursday, May 29
 

8:00am CDT

Unlock Inclusive Learning with Universal Design for Learning (UDL) LIMITED
Thursday May 29, 2025 8:00am - 9:30am CDT
Room 1223
Are you passionate about creating learning environments where all students can thrive? This interactive introductory session will demystify Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and equip you with practical strategies to design more inclusive and engaging learning experiences.


UDL is a research-based framework that addresses the diverse needs of all learners by proactively designing flexible options for how information is presented, how students respond or demonstrate learning, and how they are engaged in learning.


This session is designed for all educators, including teachers, administrators, instructional coaches, curriculum developers, and anyone interested in creating more inclusive and effective learning environments for diverse learners. No prior knowledge of UDL is required.
Speakers
MK

Mary Kate Berryman

UDL Coach, Kansas Infinitec
Mary Kate Berryman is a UDL Coach for the High Quality Instruction within Inclusive Learning Environments project. With a background in elementary education, Mary Kate brings energy, curiosity, and a collaborative spirit to her work with educators. She is passionate about supporting... Read More →
LL

Lisa Lajoie-Smith

UDL Coach, Kansas Infinitec
Lisa Lajoie-Smith is a special education teacher and instructional coach with 34+ years of experience in education. She holds a Master’s degree in Education with a focus on Curriculum and Instruction and is trained in Cognitive Coaching, including participation in Jim Knight’s... Read More →
CM

Crystal May

UDL Project Lead, Kansas Infinitec
Leading the UDL Project for the High Quality Instruction within Inclusive Learning Environments initiative at Kansas Infinitec and TASN, Crystal brings over 25 years of educational experience to her role. She empowers educators across the state to utilize the Universal Design for... Read More →
Thursday May 29, 2025 8:00am - 9:30am CDT
Room 1223
  All

10:00am CDT

Unlock Inclusive Learning with Universal Design for Learning (UDL) LIMITED
Thursday May 29, 2025 10:00am - 11:30am CDT
Room 1223
Are you passionate about creating learning environments where all students can thrive? This interactive introductory session will demystify Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and equip you with practical strategies to design more inclusive and engaging learning experiences.


UDL is a research-based framework that addresses the diverse needs of all learners by proactively designing flexible options for how information is presented, how students respond or demonstrate learning, and how they are engaged in learning.


This session is designed for all educators, including teachers, administrators, instructional coaches, curriculum developers, and anyone interested in creating more inclusive and effective learning environments for diverse learners. No prior knowledge of UDL is required.
Speakers
MK

Mary Kate Berryman

UDL Coach, Kansas Infinitec
Mary Kate Berryman is a UDL Coach for the High Quality Instruction within Inclusive Learning Environments project. With a background in elementary education, Mary Kate brings energy, curiosity, and a collaborative spirit to her work with educators. She is passionate about supporting... Read More →
LL

Lisa Lajoie-Smith

UDL Coach, Kansas Infinitec
Lisa Lajoie-Smith is a special education teacher and instructional coach with 34+ years of experience in education. She holds a Master’s degree in Education with a focus on Curriculum and Instruction and is trained in Cognitive Coaching, including participation in Jim Knight’s... Read More →
CM

Crystal May

UDL Project Lead, Kansas Infinitec
Leading the UDL Project for the High Quality Instruction within Inclusive Learning Environments initiative at Kansas Infinitec and TASN, Crystal brings over 25 years of educational experience to her role. She empowers educators across the state to utilize the Universal Design for... Read More →
Thursday May 29, 2025 10:00am - 11:30am CDT
Room 1223
  All

12:30pm CDT

Making Your Documents Ready for Print LIMITED
Thursday May 29, 2025 12:30pm - 2:00pm CDT
Room 1223
Do you ever wonder why what you see on the screen doesn’t match what you get in print? Or, tired of the print shop calling you to fix something? Learn how to make your documents ready for print. We will discuss proper formatting for booklets, flashcards, bookmarks, etc. Learn printing terms like bleeds, cut marks, and resolution. Bring your project ideas and your district provided device and receive support directly from the district Graphic Communications Department on how to prepare your documents for the best print outcome.
Speakers
ED

Erica Derrington

Assistant Director of Graphic Communications, Olathe Public Schools
Thursday May 29, 2025 12:30pm - 2:00pm CDT
Room 1223
  All

2:30pm CDT

Making Your Documents Ready for Print LIMITED
Thursday May 29, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm CDT
Room 1223
Do you ever wonder why what you see on the screen doesn’t match what you get in print? Or, tired of the print shop calling you to fix something? Learn how to make your documents ready for print. We will discuss proper formatting for booklets, flashcards, bookmarks, etc. Learn printing terms like bleeds, cut marks, and resolution. Bring your project ideas and your district provided device and receive support directly from the district Graphic Communications Department on how to prepare your documents for the best print outcome.
Speakers
ED

Erica Derrington

Assistant Director of Graphic Communications, Olathe Public Schools
Thursday May 29, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm CDT
Room 1223
  All
 
Olathe Summer Conference 2025
From $0.00
Share Modal

Share this link via

Or copy link

Filter sessions
Apply filters to sessions.
Wednesday, May 28
Thursday, May 29
1501
Auditorium
Choir Room
Commons
Flex Theatre
Library
Main Gym
Orchestra Room
Raven's Nest
Room 1201
Room 1205
Room 1207
Room 1208
Room 1210
Room 1221
Room 1223
Room 1306
Room 1307
Room 1308
Room 1309
Room 1310
Room 1311
Room 1312
Room 1313
Room 1315
Room 1316
Room 1317
Room 1318
Room 1319
Room 1320
Room 1321
Room 1322
Room 1325
  • Admin
  • Administrators
  • All
  • and Administrators
  • Classified Staff
  • Counselors
  • Elementary
  • Elementary Counselors
  • Grades 2-3
  • Grades 3-5
  • Grades 4-5
  • Grades K-2
  • High School
  • High School Counselors
  • Invitation Only
  • K-1
  • Mental Health Prof
  • Middle School Counselors
  • Middle School Math
  • Nurses
  • Olathe AIM/AVID Teachers
  • Psychs
  • Secondary
  • Social Workers
  • Special Education
  • Audience
  • Admin
  • Administrators
  • All
  • Classified Staff
  • Counselors
  • Elementary
  • Elementary Counselors
  • Elementary K-1
  • Grades 2-3
  • Grades 3-5
  • Grades 4-5
  • Grades K-2
  • High School
  • High School Counselors
  • Invitation Only
  • Middle School Counselors
  • Middle School Math
  • Olathe AIM/AVID
  • Psychs Mental Health Prof. Nurses
  • Secondary
  • Social Workers
  • Special Education
  • Popular