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The 3rd Annual Boise Learning Summit
May 29th & May 30th
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Wednesday, May 29
 

08:30 MDT

8:30 - 9:45 am (1 hour 15 min.) Examining Student Evidence to Grow Collective Teacher Efficacy
Examining Student Evidence to grow Collective Teacher Efficacy:
Teachers will create a tool for collecting learner evidence, and using the Gallery Walk and Note & Notice protocols, provide feedback (I wish/Iwonder) to each design team. Come ready to grow and glow your thinking about collecting learner evidence to build your influence on student learning. Bring one student sample of a formative assessment to share.
Speakers
avatar for Jeanette Westfall

Jeanette Westfall

The Core Collaborative
Dr. Jeanette Westfall has been an educator for over 20+ years.   She recently co-authored, Learner Agency:  A Field Guide for Taking Flight with Kara Vandas and Ashley Duvall, and works as an educational consultant around topics of learner agency, clarity for learning and open-educational... Read More →

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Wednesday May 29, 2024 08:30 - 09:45 MDT
Lookout Room Student Union Building, West University Drive, Boise, ID, USA
  Jeanette Westfall

08:30 MDT

8:30 am - 9:45 am (1 hour 15 min.) Strategies to Increase Belonging, Engagement, & Performance
Strategies to Increase Belonging, Engagement, & Performance:
Using standards for dignity, we will move beyond the buzzword “belonging” and identify practical strategies to shape and sustain a classroom environment within which each and every student has the opportunity to thrive. growth.
Speakers
avatar for John Krownapple

John Krownapple

Dignity Consulting
John Krownapple is an educator, author, and speaker who specializes in professional learning and organizational development. Focused on inclusive work and learning environments, he centers belonging and dignity as the primary concepts that help people thrive in school, work, and life... Read More →

Wednesday May 29, 2024 08:30 - 09:45 MDT
Hatch Student Union Building, West University Drive, Boise, ID, USA
  John Krownapple

08:30 MDT

8:30 am - 9:45 am (1 hour 15 min.) The What, Why and How of Student Self-Assessment
The What, Why and How of Student Self-Assessment:
We will explore and discuss the impact of student self-assessment on learning, classroom culture, and growth.
Speakers
avatar for Kara Vandas

Kara Vandas

Author, Partner Consultant, The Core Collaborative
Twitter Handle@klvandasKara Vandas is an educator with an enduring passion for empowering learners. She began her career in education at an alternative school for youth-at-risk. Kara spent several more years in the classroom in public education as a middle and high school educator and then transitioned to coaching and p... Read More →

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Wednesday May 29, 2024 08:30 - 09:45 MDT
Simplot BD Student Union Building, West University Drive, Boise, ID, USA
  Kara Vandas

08:30 MDT

8:30 am - 9:45 am (1 hour 15 min.) The Catalysts and Inhibitors of Emotional Wellbeing
The Catalysts and Inhibitors of Emotional Wellbeing:
We will explore & discuss what contributes to, & takes away from, adult wellbeing in schools.
Speakers
avatar for Kristin Anderson

Kristin Anderson

The Brilliance Project
Kristin R. Anderson is an incredibly passionate educator who strives to bring joy, hope, and empowerment to learners across the globe by helping them unleash their brilliance. She motivates systems leaders, educators, consultants, and students to leverage their strengths and apply... Read More →

Wednesday May 29, 2024 08:30 - 09:45 MDT
Simplot AC Student Union Building, West University Drive, Boise, ID, USA
  Kristin Anderson

08:30 MDT

8:30 am - 11:30 am (3 hours) Teaching and Learning that Sticks: A Practical Guide to Rigorous Instruction and Meaningful Feedback for Student Empowerment
In this highly interactive session Michael and Ainsley invite you to explore and apply small and doable instructional and feedback strategies, conversation starters and thinking routines that ensure students are actively involved in learning across surface, deep and transfer levels of learning.
Speakers
avatar for Ainsley Rose

Ainsley Rose

Partner Consultant, The Core Collaborative
Ainsley Rose is in his 51st year as an award-winning educator. Ainsley began as a highschool teacher and progressed to be an Elementary and Secondary Principal, andDirector of Education in Quebec, Canada. Ainsley is now an author consultant, Keynotepresenter, Senior Leadership Coach... Read More →
avatar for Michael McDowell

Michael McDowell

Other, Hinge Education
Michael McDowell, EdD was a public school educator for eighteen years serving in the roles of classroom teacher, academic and athletic coach, school principal, assistant superintendent of personnel and instruction, and superintendent.  During his tenure as a superintendent, his... Read More →

Wednesday May 29, 2024 08:30 - 11:30 MDT
Jordan ABC Student Union Building, West University Drive, Boise, ID, USA
  Combo - Anisley & Michael

08:30 MDT

8:30 am - 11:30 am (3 hours) The Role of Teacher Leaders in Collaboration, Coaching and Coaching and Collective Efficacy
In this session, we will explore the role that teacher leaders play in building a culture of learning in their schools. Our learning will be grounded in the practices for collective efficacy, which have the highest effect size in the Visible Learning research. When we work together in this way, we are able to create schools where teachers and students learn at high levels.
Speakers
avatar for Jenni Donohoo

Jenni Donohoo

Author/Consultant, Praxis Engaging Ideas
Dr. Jenni Donohoo is a five-time best-selling author and professional learning facilitator with more than 25 years’ experience in leading school change. Jenni works in school divisions across the globe supporting high-quality professional learning designed to improve outcomes for... Read More →
avatar for Diane Sweeney

Diane Sweeney

Diane Sweeney Consulting
Diane Sweeney has been an author and educational consultant for over twenty years. The author of The Essential Guide for Student-Centered Coaching (Corwin, 2020), Leading Student-Centered Coaching (Corwin, 2018), Student-Centered Coaching: The Moves (Corwin, 2016), and Moves for Launching... Read More →

Wednesday May 29, 2024 08:30 - 11:30 MDT
Jordan D Student Union Building, West University Drive, Boise, ID, USA
  Combo - Jenni & Diane

10:00 MDT

10:00 am - 11:15 am (1 hour 15 min.) Examining Student Evidence to Grow Collective Teacher Efficacy
Examining Student Evidence to grow Collective Teacher Efficacy:
Teachers will create a tool for collecting learner evidence, and using the Gallery Walk and Note & Notice protocols, provide feedback (I wish/Iwonder) to each design team. Come ready to grow and glow your thinking about collecting learner evidence to build your influence on student learning. Bring one student sample of a formative assessment to share.
Speakers
avatar for Jeanette Westfall

Jeanette Westfall

The Core Collaborative
Dr. Jeanette Westfall has been an educator for over 20+ years.   She recently co-authored, Learner Agency:  A Field Guide for Taking Flight with Kara Vandas and Ashley Duvall, and works as an educational consultant around topics of learner agency, clarity for learning and open-educational... Read More →

Copy of Boise Examining Student Evidence to grow Collective Teacher Efficacy pptx
Wednesday May 29, 2024 10:00 - 11:15 MDT
Lookout Room Student Union Building, West University Drive, Boise, ID, USA
  Jeanette Westfall

10:00 MDT

10:00 am - 11:15 am (1 hour 15 min.) Strategies to Increase Belonging, Engagement, & Performance
Strategies to Increase Belonging, Engagement, & Performance:
Using standards for dignity, we will move beyond the buzzword “belonging” and identify practical strategies to shape and sustain a classroom environment within which each and every student has the opportunity to thrive. growth.
Speakers
avatar for John Krownapple

John Krownapple

Dignity Consulting
John Krownapple is an educator, author, and speaker who specializes in professional learning and organizational development. Focused on inclusive work and learning environments, he centers belonging and dignity as the primary concepts that help people thrive in school, work, and life... Read More →

Wednesday May 29, 2024 10:00 - 11:15 MDT
Hatch Student Union Building, West University Drive, Boise, ID, USA
  John Krownapple

10:00 MDT

10:00 am - 11:15 am (1 hour 15 min.) The What, Why and How of Student Self-Assessment
The What, Why and How of Student Self-Assessment:
We will explore and discuss the impact of student self-assessment on learning, classroom culture, and growth.
Speakers
avatar for Kara Vandas

Kara Vandas

Author, Partner Consultant, The Core Collaborative
Twitter Handle@klvandasKara Vandas is an educator with an enduring passion for empowering learners. She began her career in education at an alternative school for youth-at-risk. Kara spent several more years in the classroom in public education as a middle and high school educator and then transitioned to coaching and p... Read More →

Wednesday May 29, 2024 10:00 - 11:15 MDT
Simplot BD Student Union Building, West University Drive, Boise, ID, USA
  Kara Vandas

10:00 MDT

10:00 am - 11:15 am (1 hour 15 min.) The Catalysts and Inhibitors of Emotional Wellbeing
The Catalysts and Inhibitors of Emotional Wellbeing:
We will explore & discuss what contributes to, & takes away from, adult wellbeing in schools.
Speakers
avatar for Kristin Anderson

Kristin Anderson

The Brilliance Project
Kristin R. Anderson is an incredibly passionate educator who strives to bring joy, hope, and empowerment to learners across the globe by helping them unleash their brilliance. She motivates systems leaders, educators, consultants, and students to leverage their strengths and apply... Read More →

Wednesday May 29, 2024 10:00 - 11:15 MDT
Simplot AC Student Union Building, West University Drive, Boise, ID, USA
  Kristin Anderson

11:30 MDT

Lunch 11:15 or 11:30 Depending on when session ends
Horsewood Catering (We are super excited to partner with Horsewood Catering, new this year)
If the below-mentioned options do not meet your dietary needs, please bring a lunch or visit one of the restaurants at the SUB. Only a limited number of salads and vegan sandwiches will be ordered.

Boxed Lunches
Sandwich Options
Turkey/Sandwich
House made sourdough loaf bread topped with Vogel Farms free
range turkey roasted on Idaho hardwood and sliced thin with Vogel
Farms cheddar, Greenleaf and mayo

Ham/Sandwich
House made sourdough loaf bread topped with wood shack smoked
local ham, house made Swiss, Greenleaf and dijonaise

*Vegan - Roasted Veggie/Sando
Seed to Sequoia house baked sourdough layered with sautéed red
onions and mushrooms, sun dried tomatoes and spinach with olive
oil and balsamic vinegar

Salad Options For Gluten-Free
Salad/Pancetta
Sun kissed spring greens tossed with our house cured pancetta
bacon, wood grilled pears, pecans, gorgonzola, and shallots
accompanied by green goddess dressing

Included with all lunches:
Chips
Cookie
Bottle Water

Wednesday May 29, 2024 11:30 - 12:15 MDT
  Lunch

12:15 MDT

12:15 pm - 1:30 pm (1 hour 15 min.) How to Know your Impact!
How to Know your Impact:
In this 75 minute introduction, participants will be taken through a self-reflection and planning session to gather evidence of their impact in building self-directed learners..
Speakers
avatar for Ainsley Rose

Ainsley Rose

Partner Consultant, The Core Collaborative
Ainsley Rose is in his 51st year as an award-winning educator. Ainsley began as a highschool teacher and progressed to be an Elementary and Secondary Principal, andDirector of Education in Quebec, Canada. Ainsley is now an author consultant, Keynotepresenter, Senior Leadership Coach... Read More →

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Wednesday May 29, 2024 12:15 - 13:30 MDT
Lookout Room Student Union Building, West University Drive, Boise, ID, USA
  Ainsley Rose

12:15 MDT

12:15 pm - 1:30 pm (1 hour 15 min.) Using Student Evidence to Plan Differentiated Instruction
Using Student Evidence to Plan Differentiated Instruction:
We will use a combination of samples of student evidence paired with success criteria to engage in a process of co-planning lessons that are differentiated and student-centered.
Speakers
avatar for Diane Sweeney

Diane Sweeney

Diane Sweeney Consulting
Diane Sweeney has been an author and educational consultant for over twenty years. The author of The Essential Guide for Student-Centered Coaching (Corwin, 2020), Leading Student-Centered Coaching (Corwin, 2018), Student-Centered Coaching: The Moves (Corwin, 2016), and Moves for Launching... Read More →

Copy of [Boise] Toolkit Using Student Evidence to Plan Differentiated Instruction pptx
Copy of [Boise Summit] Using Student Evidence to Plan Differentiated Instruction pptx
Wednesday May 29, 2024 12:15 - 13:30 MDT
Hatch Student Union Building, West University Drive, Boise, ID, USA
  Diane Sweeney

12:15 MDT

12:15 pm - 1:30 pm (1 hour 15 min.) Overcoming the Enemies of Efficacy

Overcoming the Enemies of Efficacy:
We will explore 5 ‘enemies of efficacy’ that pose a direct threat to individual and collective efficacy. We will determine practical strategies that can be used to overcome the things that get in the way of fostering efficacy in schools.
Speakers
avatar for Jenni Donohoo

Jenni Donohoo

Author/Consultant, Praxis Engaging Ideas
Dr. Jenni Donohoo is a five-time best-selling author and professional learning facilitator with more than 25 years’ experience in leading school change. Jenni works in school divisions across the globe supporting high-quality professional learning designed to improve outcomes for... Read More →

Wednesday May 29, 2024 12:15 - 13:30 MDT
Simplot AC Student Union Building, West University Drive, Boise, ID, USA
  Jenni Donohoo

12:15 MDT

12:15 pm - 1:30 pm (1 hour 15 min.) Making Deep Learning Doable for Teachers
Making Deep Learning Doable for Teachers:
We will co-construct a series of approaches to making deep learning doable for teachers and impactful for students.
Speakers
avatar for Michael McDowell

Michael McDowell

Other, Hinge Education
Michael McDowell, EdD was a public school educator for eighteen years serving in the roles of classroom teacher, academic and athletic coach, school principal, assistant superintendent of personnel and instruction, and superintendent.  During his tenure as a superintendent, his... Read More →

Wednesday May 29, 2024 12:15 - 13:30 MDT
Simplot BD Student Union Building, West University Drive, Boise, ID, USA
  Michael McDowell

12:15 MDT

12:15 pm - 3:15 pm (3 hours) Proving Learning using Learner Evidence
Join our session to explore the powerful shift to students reflecting on their learning through multiple opportunities to respond in order to determine their “best” work to establish a body of evidence.
Speakers
avatar for Kara Vandas

Kara Vandas

Author, Partner Consultant, The Core Collaborative
Twitter Handle@klvandasKara Vandas is an educator with an enduring passion for empowering learners. She began her career in education at an alternative school for youth-at-risk. Kara spent several more years in the classroom in public education as a middle and high school educator and then transitioned to coaching and p... Read More →
avatar for Jeanette Westfall

Jeanette Westfall

The Core Collaborative
Dr. Jeanette Westfall has been an educator for over 20+ years.   She recently co-authored, Learner Agency:  A Field Guide for Taking Flight with Kara Vandas and Ashley Duvall, and works as an educational consultant around topics of learner agency, clarity for learning and open-educational... Read More →

Wednesday May 29, 2024 12:15 - 15:15 MDT
Jordan ABC Student Union Building, West University Drive, Boise, ID, USA
  Combo - Kara & Jeanette

12:15 MDT

12:15 pm - 3:15 pm (3 hours) Well-Being & Belonging in a Culture with Dignity
Whether you’re a student or an adult, our deepest human needs are love and belonging. In this session you will learn how belonging and emotional wellbeing are inextricably linked as well as practical ways to foster both in your setting.
Speakers
avatar for Kristin Anderson

Kristin Anderson

The Brilliance Project
Kristin R. Anderson is an incredibly passionate educator who strives to bring joy, hope, and empowerment to learners across the globe by helping them unleash their brilliance. She motivates systems leaders, educators, consultants, and students to leverage their strengths and apply... Read More →
avatar for John Krownapple

John Krownapple

Dignity Consulting
John Krownapple is an educator, author, and speaker who specializes in professional learning and organizational development. Focused on inclusive work and learning environments, he centers belonging and dignity as the primary concepts that help people thrive in school, work, and life... Read More →

Wednesday May 29, 2024 12:15 - 15:15 MDT
Jordan D Student Union Building, West University Drive, Boise, ID, USA
  Combo - Kristin & John

13:45 MDT

1:45 pm - 3:15 pm (1 hour 15 min.) How to Know your Impact!
How to Know your Impact:
In this 75 minute introduction, participants will be taken through a self-reflection and planning session to gather evidence of their impact in building self-directed learners..
Speakers
avatar for Ainsley Rose

Ainsley Rose

Partner Consultant, The Core Collaborative
Ainsley Rose is in his 51st year as an award-winning educator. Ainsley began as a highschool teacher and progressed to be an Elementary and Secondary Principal, andDirector of Education in Quebec, Canada. Ainsley is now an author consultant, Keynotepresenter, Senior Leadership Coach... Read More →

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Wednesday May 29, 2024 13:45 - 15:15 MDT
Lookout Room Student Union Building, West University Drive, Boise, ID, USA
  Ainsley Rose

13:45 MDT

1:45 pm - 3:15 pm (1 hour 15 min.) Using Student Evidence to Plan Differentiated Instruction
Using Student Evidence to Plan Differentiated Instruction:
We will use a combination of samples of student evidence paired with success criteria to engage in a
process of co-planning lessons that are differentiated and student-centered.
Speakers
avatar for Diane Sweeney

Diane Sweeney

Diane Sweeney Consulting
Diane Sweeney has been an author and educational consultant for over twenty years. The author of The Essential Guide for Student-Centered Coaching (Corwin, 2020), Leading Student-Centered Coaching (Corwin, 2018), Student-Centered Coaching: The Moves (Corwin, 2016), and Moves for Launching... Read More →

Copy of [Boise] Toolkit Using Student Evidence to Plan Differentiated Instruction pptx
Copy of [Boise Summit] Using Student Evidence to Plan Differentiated Instruction pptx
Wednesday May 29, 2024 13:45 - 15:15 MDT
Hatch Student Union Building, West University Drive, Boise, ID, USA
  Diane Sweeney

13:45 MDT

1:45 pm - 3:15 pm (1 hour 15 min.) Overcoming the Enemies of Efficacy
Overcoming the Enemies of Efficacy:
We will explore 5 ‘enemies of efficacy’ that pose a direct threat to individual and collective efficacy. We will determine practical strategies that can be used to overcome the things that get in the way of fostering efficacy in schools.
Speakers
avatar for Jenni Donohoo

Jenni Donohoo

Author/Consultant, Praxis Engaging Ideas
Dr. Jenni Donohoo is a five-time best-selling author and professional learning facilitator with more than 25 years’ experience in leading school change. Jenni works in school divisions across the globe supporting high-quality professional learning designed to improve outcomes for... Read More →

Wednesday May 29, 2024 13:45 - 15:15 MDT
Simplot AC Student Union Building, West University Drive, Boise, ID, USA
  Jenni Donohoo

13:45 MDT

1:45 pm - 3:15 pm (1 hour 15 min. ) Making Deep Learning Doable for Teachers
Making Deep Learning Doable for Teachers:
We will co-construct a series of approaches to making deep learning doable for teachers and impactful for students.  
Speakers
avatar for Michael McDowell

Michael McDowell

Other, Hinge Education
Michael McDowell, EdD was a public school educator for eighteen years serving in the roles of classroom teacher, academic and athletic coach, school principal, assistant superintendent of personnel and instruction, and superintendent.  During his tenure as a superintendent, his... Read More →

Wednesday May 29, 2024 13:45 - 15:15 MDT
Simplot BD Student Union Building, West University Drive, Boise, ID, USA
  Michael McDowell

15:30 MDT

School Team Time
Wednesday May 29, 2024 15:30 - 16:00 MDT
TBA
  TBA
 
Thursday, May 30
 

08:30 MDT

8:30 - 9:45 am (1 hour 15 min.) Examining Student Evidence to Grow Collective Teacher Efficacy
Examining Student Evidence to grow Collective Teacher Efficacy:
Teachers will create a tool for collecting learner evidence, and using the Gallery Walk and Note & Notice protocols, provide feedback (I wish/Iwonder) to each design team. Come ready to grow and glow your thinking about collecting learner evidence to build your influence on student learning. Bring one student sample of a formative assessment to share.
Speakers
avatar for Jeanette Westfall

Jeanette Westfall

The Core Collaborative
Dr. Jeanette Westfall has been an educator for over 20+ years.   She recently co-authored, Learner Agency:  A Field Guide for Taking Flight with Kara Vandas and Ashley Duvall, and works as an educational consultant around topics of learner agency, clarity for learning and open-educational... Read More →

Copy of Boise Examining Student Evidence to grow Collective Teacher Efficacy pptx
Thursday May 30, 2024 08:30 - 09:45 MDT
Lookout Room Student Union Building, West University Drive, Boise, ID, USA
  Jeanette Westfall

08:30 MDT

8:30 am - 9:45 am (1 hour 15 min.) Strategies to Increase Belonging, Engagement, & Performance
Strategies to Increase Belonging, Engagement, & Performance:
Using standards for dignity, we will move beyond the buzzword “belonging” and identify practical strategies to shape and sustain a classroom environment within which each and every student has the opportunity to thrive. growth.
Speakers
avatar for John Krownapple

John Krownapple

Dignity Consulting
John Krownapple is an educator, author, and speaker who specializes in professional learning and organizational development. Focused on inclusive work and learning environments, he centers belonging and dignity as the primary concepts that help people thrive in school, work, and life... Read More →

Thursday May 30, 2024 08:30 - 09:45 MDT
Hatch Student Union Building, West University Drive, Boise, ID, USA
  John Krownapple

08:30 MDT

8:30 am - 9:45 am (1 hour 15 min.) The What, Why and How of Student Self-Assessment
The What, Why and How of Student Self-Assessment:
We will explore and discuss the impact of student self-assessment on learning, classroom culture, and growth.
Speakers
avatar for Kara Vandas

Kara Vandas

Author, Partner Consultant, The Core Collaborative
Twitter Handle@klvandasKara Vandas is an educator with an enduring passion for empowering learners. She began her career in education at an alternative school for youth-at-risk. Kara spent several more years in the classroom in public education as a middle and high school educator and then transitioned to coaching and p... Read More →

Thursday May 30, 2024 08:30 - 09:45 MDT
Simplot BD Student Union Building, West University Drive, Boise, ID, USA
  Kara Vandas

08:30 MDT

8:30 am - 9:45 am (1 hour 15 min.) The Catalysts and Inhibitors of Emotional Wellbeing
The Catalysts and Inhibitors of Emotional Wellbeing:
We will explore & discuss what contributes to, & takes away from, adult wellbeing in schools.
Speakers
avatar for Kristin Anderson

Kristin Anderson

The Brilliance Project
Kristin R. Anderson is an incredibly passionate educator who strives to bring joy, hope, and empowerment to learners across the globe by helping them unleash their brilliance. She motivates systems leaders, educators, consultants, and students to leverage their strengths and apply... Read More →

Thursday May 30, 2024 08:30 - 09:45 MDT
Simplot AC Student Union Building, West University Drive, Boise, ID, USA
  Kristin Anderson

08:30 MDT

8:30 am - 11:30 am (3 hours) Teaching and Learning that Sticks: A Practical Guide to Rigorous Instruction and Meaningful Feedback for Student Empowerment
In this highly interactive session Michael and Ainsley invite you to explore and apply small and doable instructional and feedback strategies, conversation starters and thinking routines that ensure students are actively involved in learning across surface, deep and transfer levels of learning.
Speakers
avatar for Michael McDowell

Michael McDowell

Other, Hinge Education
Michael McDowell, EdD was a public school educator for eighteen years serving in the roles of classroom teacher, academic and athletic coach, school principal, assistant superintendent of personnel and instruction, and superintendent.  During his tenure as a superintendent, his... Read More →
avatar for Ainsley Rose

Ainsley Rose

Partner Consultant, The Core Collaborative
Ainsley Rose is in his 51st year as an award-winning educator. Ainsley began as a highschool teacher and progressed to be an Elementary and Secondary Principal, andDirector of Education in Quebec, Canada. Ainsley is now an author consultant, Keynotepresenter, Senior Leadership Coach... Read More →

Thursday May 30, 2024 08:30 - 11:30 MDT
Jordan ABC Student Union Building, West University Drive, Boise, ID, USA
  Combo - Anisley & Michael

08:30 MDT

8:30 am - 11:30 am (3 hours) The Role of Teacher Leaders in Collaboration, Coaching and Coaching and Collective Efficacy
In this session, we will explore the role that teacher leaders play in building a culture of learning in their schools. Our learning will be grounded in the practices for collective efficacy, which have the highest effect size in the Visible Learning research. When we work together in this way, we are able to create schools where teachers and students learn at high levels.
Speakers
avatar for Jenni Donohoo

Jenni Donohoo

Author/Consultant, Praxis Engaging Ideas
Dr. Jenni Donohoo is a five-time best-selling author and professional learning facilitator with more than 25 years’ experience in leading school change. Jenni works in school divisions across the globe supporting high-quality professional learning designed to improve outcomes for... Read More →
avatar for Diane Sweeney

Diane Sweeney

Diane Sweeney Consulting
Diane Sweeney has been an author and educational consultant for over twenty years. The author of The Essential Guide for Student-Centered Coaching (Corwin, 2020), Leading Student-Centered Coaching (Corwin, 2018), Student-Centered Coaching: The Moves (Corwin, 2016), and Moves for Launching... Read More →

Thursday May 30, 2024 08:30 - 11:30 MDT
Jordan D Student Union Building, West University Drive, Boise, ID, USA
  Combo - Jenni & Diane

10:00 MDT

10:00 am - 11:15 am (1 hour 15 min.) Examining Student Evidence to Grow Collective Teacher Efficacy
Examining Student Evidence to grow Collective Teacher Efficacy:
Teachers will create a tool for collecting learner evidence, and using the Gallery Walk and Note & Notice protocols, provide feedback (I wish/Iwonder) to each design team. Come ready to grow and glow your thinking about collecting learner evidence to build your influence on student learning. Bring one student sample of a formative assessment to share.
Speakers
avatar for Jeanette Westfall

Jeanette Westfall

The Core Collaborative
Dr. Jeanette Westfall has been an educator for over 20+ years.   She recently co-authored, Learner Agency:  A Field Guide for Taking Flight with Kara Vandas and Ashley Duvall, and works as an educational consultant around topics of learner agency, clarity for learning and open-educational... Read More →

Copy of Boise Examining Student Evidence to grow Collective Teacher Efficacy pptx
Thursday May 30, 2024 10:00 - 11:15 MDT
Lookout Room Student Union Building, West University Drive, Boise, ID, USA
  Jeanette Westfall

10:00 MDT

10:00 am - 11:15 am (1 hour 15 min.) Strategies to Increase Belonging, Engagement, & Performance
Strategies to Increase Belonging, Engagement, & Performance:
Using standards for dignity, we will move beyond the buzzword “belonging” and identify practical strategies to shape and sustain a classroom environment within which each and every student has the opportunity to thrive. growth.
Speakers
avatar for John Krownapple

John Krownapple

Dignity Consulting
John Krownapple is an educator, author, and speaker who specializes in professional learning and organizational development. Focused on inclusive work and learning environments, he centers belonging and dignity as the primary concepts that help people thrive in school, work, and life... Read More →

Thursday May 30, 2024 10:00 - 11:15 MDT
Hatch Student Union Building, West University Drive, Boise, ID, USA
  John Krownapple

10:00 MDT

10:00 am - 11:15 am (1 hour 15 min.) The What, Why and How of Student Self-Assessment
The What, Why and How of Student Self-Assessment:
We will explore and discuss the impact of student self-assessment on learning, classroom culture, and growth.
Speakers
avatar for Kara Vandas

Kara Vandas

Author, Partner Consultant, The Core Collaborative
Twitter Handle@klvandasKara Vandas is an educator with an enduring passion for empowering learners. She began her career in education at an alternative school for youth-at-risk. Kara spent several more years in the classroom in public education as a middle and high school educator and then transitioned to coaching and p... Read More →

block party 0 pdf
Thursday May 30, 2024 10:00 - 11:15 MDT
Simplot BD Student Union Building, West University Drive, Boise, ID, USA
  Kara Vandas

10:00 MDT

10:00 am - 11:15 am (1 hour 15 min.) The Catalysts and Inhibitors of Emotional Wellbeing
The Catalysts and Inhibitors of Emotional Wellbeing:
We will explore & discuss what contributes to, & takes away from, adult wellbeing in schools.
Speakers
avatar for Kristin Anderson

Kristin Anderson

The Brilliance Project
Kristin R. Anderson is an incredibly passionate educator who strives to bring joy, hope, and empowerment to learners across the globe by helping them unleash their brilliance. She motivates systems leaders, educators, consultants, and students to leverage their strengths and apply... Read More →

Thursday May 30, 2024 10:00 - 11:15 MDT
Simplot AC Student Union Building, West University Drive, Boise, ID, USA
  Kristin Anderson

11:30 MDT

Lunch 11:15 or 11:30 Depending on when session ends
Horsewood Catering (We are super excited to partner with Horsewood Catering, new this year)
If the below-mentioned options do not meet your dietary needs, please bring a lunch or visit one of the restaurants at the SUB. Only a limited number of salads and vegan sandwiches will be ordered.

Boxed Lunches
Sandwich Options
Turkey/Sandwich
House made sourdough loaf bread topped with Vogel Farms free
range turkey roasted on Idaho hardwood and sliced thin with Vogel
Farms cheddar, Greenleaf and mayo

Ham/Sandwich
House made sourdough loaf bread topped with wood shack smoked
local ham, house made Swiss, Greenleaf and dijonaise

*Vegan - Roasted Veggie/Sando
Seed to Sequoia house baked sourdough layered with sautéed red
onions and mushrooms, sun dried tomatoes and spinach with olive
oil and balsamic vinegar

Salad Options For Gluten-Free
Salad/Pancetta
Sun kissed spring greens tossed with our house cured pancetta
bacon, wood grilled pears, pecans, gorgonzola, and shallots
accompanied by green goddess dressing

Included with all lunches:
Chips
Cookie
Bottle Water

Thursday May 30, 2024 11:30 - 12:15 MDT
  Lunch

12:15 MDT

12:15 pm - 1:30 pm (1 hour 15 min.) How to Know your Impact!
How to Know your Impact:
In this 75 minute introduction, participants will be taken through a self-reflection and planning session to gather evidence of their impact in building self-directed learners..
Speakers
avatar for Ainsley Rose

Ainsley Rose

Partner Consultant, The Core Collaborative
Ainsley Rose is in his 51st year as an award-winning educator. Ainsley began as a highschool teacher and progressed to be an Elementary and Secondary Principal, andDirector of Education in Quebec, Canada. Ainsley is now an author consultant, Keynotepresenter, Senior Leadership Coach... Read More →

Thursday May 30, 2024 12:15 - 13:30 MDT
Lookout Room Student Union Building, West University Drive, Boise, ID, USA
  Ainsley Rose

12:15 MDT

12:15 pm - 1:30 pm (1 hour 15 min.) Using Student Evidence to Plan Differentiated Instruction
Using Student Evidence to Plan Differentiated Instruction:
We will use a combination of samples of student evidence paired with success criteria to engage in a process of co-planning lessons that are differentiated and student-centered.
Speakers
avatar for Diane Sweeney

Diane Sweeney

Diane Sweeney Consulting
Diane Sweeney has been an author and educational consultant for over twenty years. The author of The Essential Guide for Student-Centered Coaching (Corwin, 2020), Leading Student-Centered Coaching (Corwin, 2018), Student-Centered Coaching: The Moves (Corwin, 2016), and Moves for Launching... Read More →

Copy of [Boise] Toolkit Using Student Evidence to Plan Differentiated Instruction pptx
Copy of [Boise Summit] Using Student Evidence to Plan Differentiated Instruction pptx
Thursday May 30, 2024 12:15 - 13:30 MDT
Hatch Student Union Building, West University Drive, Boise, ID, USA
  Diane Sweeney

12:15 MDT

12:15 pm - 1:30 pm (1 hour 15 min.) Overcoming the Enemies of Efficacy

Overcoming the Enemies of Efficacy:
We will explore 5 ‘enemies of efficacy’ that pose a direct threat to individual and collective efficacy. We will determine practical strategies that can be used to overcome the things that get in the way of fostering efficacy in schools.
Speakers
avatar for Jenni Donohoo

Jenni Donohoo

Author/Consultant, Praxis Engaging Ideas
Dr. Jenni Donohoo is a five-time best-selling author and professional learning facilitator with more than 25 years’ experience in leading school change. Jenni works in school divisions across the globe supporting high-quality professional learning designed to improve outcomes for... Read More →

Thursday May 30, 2024 12:15 - 13:30 MDT
Simplot AC Student Union Building, West University Drive, Boise, ID, USA
  Jenni Donohoo

12:15 MDT

12:15 pm - 1:30 pm (1 hour 15 min.) Making Deep Learning Doable for Teachers
Making Deep Learning Doable for Teachers:
We will co-construct a series of approaches to making deep learning doable for teachers and impactful for students.
Speakers
avatar for Michael McDowell

Michael McDowell

Other, Hinge Education
Michael McDowell, EdD was a public school educator for eighteen years serving in the roles of classroom teacher, academic and athletic coach, school principal, assistant superintendent of personnel and instruction, and superintendent.  During his tenure as a superintendent, his... Read More →

Thursday May 30, 2024 12:15 - 13:30 MDT
Simplot BD Student Union Building, West University Drive, Boise, ID, USA
  Michael McDowell

12:15 MDT

12:15 pm - 3:15 pm (3 hours) Proving Learning using Learner Evidence
Join our session to explore the powerful shift to students reflecting on their learning through multiple opportunities to respond in order to determine their “best” work to establish a body of evidence.
Speakers
avatar for Kara Vandas

Kara Vandas

Author, Partner Consultant, The Core Collaborative
Twitter Handle@klvandasKara Vandas is an educator with an enduring passion for empowering learners. She began her career in education at an alternative school for youth-at-risk. Kara spent several more years in the classroom in public education as a middle and high school educator and then transitioned to coaching and p... Read More →
avatar for Jeanette Westfall

Jeanette Westfall

The Core Collaborative
Dr. Jeanette Westfall has been an educator for over 20+ years.   She recently co-authored, Learner Agency:  A Field Guide for Taking Flight with Kara Vandas and Ashley Duvall, and works as an educational consultant around topics of learner agency, clarity for learning and open-educational... Read More →

Thursday May 30, 2024 12:15 - 15:15 MDT
Jordan ABC Student Union Building, West University Drive, Boise, ID, USA
  Combo - Kara & Jeanette

12:15 MDT

12:15 pm - 3:15 pm (3 hours) Well-Being & Belonging in a Culture with Dignity
Whether you’re a student or an adult, our deepest human needs are love and belonging. In this session you will learn how belonging and emotional wellbeing are inextricably linked as well as practical ways to foster both in your setting.
Speakers
avatar for Kristin Anderson

Kristin Anderson

The Brilliance Project
Kristin R. Anderson is an incredibly passionate educator who strives to bring joy, hope, and empowerment to learners across the globe by helping them unleash their brilliance. She motivates systems leaders, educators, consultants, and students to leverage their strengths and apply... Read More →
avatar for John Krownapple

John Krownapple

Dignity Consulting
John Krownapple is an educator, author, and speaker who specializes in professional learning and organizational development. Focused on inclusive work and learning environments, he centers belonging and dignity as the primary concepts that help people thrive in school, work, and life... Read More →

Thursday May 30, 2024 12:15 - 15:15 MDT
Jordan D Student Union Building, West University Drive, Boise, ID, USA
  Combo - Kristin & John

13:45 MDT

1:45 pm - 3:15 pm (1 hour 15 min.) How to Know your Impact!
How to Know your Impact:
In this 75 minute introduction, participants will be taken through a self-reflection and planning session to gather evidence of their impact in building self-directed learners..
Speakers
avatar for Ainsley Rose

Ainsley Rose

Partner Consultant, The Core Collaborative
Ainsley Rose is in his 51st year as an award-winning educator. Ainsley began as a highschool teacher and progressed to be an Elementary and Secondary Principal, andDirector of Education in Quebec, Canada. Ainsley is now an author consultant, Keynotepresenter, Senior Leadership Coach... Read More →

Thursday May 30, 2024 13:45 - 15:15 MDT
Lookout Room Student Union Building, West University Drive, Boise, ID, USA
  Ainsley Rose

13:45 MDT

1:45 pm - 3:15 pm (1 hour 15 min.) Using Student Evidence to Plan Differentiated Instruction
Using Student Evidence to Plan Differentiated Instruction:
We will use a combination of samples of student evidence paired with success criteria to engage in a
process of co-planning lessons that are differentiated and student-centered.
Speakers
avatar for Diane Sweeney

Diane Sweeney

Diane Sweeney Consulting
Diane Sweeney has been an author and educational consultant for over twenty years. The author of The Essential Guide for Student-Centered Coaching (Corwin, 2020), Leading Student-Centered Coaching (Corwin, 2018), Student-Centered Coaching: The Moves (Corwin, 2016), and Moves for Launching... Read More →

Copy of [Boise] Toolkit Using Student Evidence to Plan Differentiated Instruction pptx
Copy of [Boise Summit] Using Student Evidence to Plan Differentiated Instruction pptx
Thursday May 30, 2024 13:45 - 15:15 MDT
Hatch Student Union Building, West University Drive, Boise, ID, USA
  Diane Sweeney

13:45 MDT

1:45 pm - 3:15 pm (1 hour 15 min.) Overcoming the Enemies of Efficacy
Overcoming the Enemies of Efficacy:
We will explore 5 ‘enemies of efficacy’ that pose a direct threat to individual and collective efficacy. We will determine practical strategies that can be used to overcome the things that get in the way of fostering efficacy in schools.
Speakers
avatar for Jenni Donohoo

Jenni Donohoo

Author/Consultant, Praxis Engaging Ideas
Dr. Jenni Donohoo is a five-time best-selling author and professional learning facilitator with more than 25 years’ experience in leading school change. Jenni works in school divisions across the globe supporting high-quality professional learning designed to improve outcomes for... Read More →

Thursday May 30, 2024 13:45 - 15:15 MDT
Simplot AC Student Union Building, West University Drive, Boise, ID, USA
  Jenni Donohoo

13:45 MDT

1:45 pm - 3:15 pm (1 hour 15 min. ) Making Deep Learning Doable for Teachers
Making Deep Learning Doable for Teachers:
We will co-construct a series of approaches to making deep learning doable for teachers and impactful for students.  
Speakers
avatar for Michael McDowell

Michael McDowell

Other, Hinge Education
Michael McDowell, EdD was a public school educator for eighteen years serving in the roles of classroom teacher, academic and athletic coach, school principal, assistant superintendent of personnel and instruction, and superintendent.  During his tenure as a superintendent, his... Read More →

Thursday May 30, 2024 13:45 - 15:15 MDT
Simplot BD Student Union Building, West University Drive, Boise, ID, USA
  Michael McDowell

15:30 MDT

School Team Time
Thursday May 30, 2024 15:30 - 16:00 MDT
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