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Friday, August 30
 

9:25am CDT

403b/457 - One Of Your Biggest Opportunities
Friday August 30, 2024 9:25am - 10:15am CDT
307
All about 403(b)s and 457s! This workshop will cover the basics of these tax-advantaged plans, why invest in a 403(b) or 457, and the features of traditional vs. Roth plans.
Speakers
ZC
JL
Friday August 30, 2024 9:25am - 10:15am CDT
307
  Session I, PreK-12

9:25am CDT

ELL & Tier 2 Differentiation in your Classroom
Friday August 30, 2024 9:25am - 10:15am CDT
317
Simple, quick, and effective strategies for ELL and students who need Tier 2 support that teachers can use in their classrooms today!
Speakers
avatar for Christine Wright

Christine Wright

6-8th grade reading and math interventionist, Harrison School
The science of reading.  It is so important for kids to be able to read.  This is my passion.
avatar for Stephanie Trusky

Stephanie Trusky

EL Teacher, Harrison School
Friday August 30, 2024 9:25am - 10:15am CDT
317
  Session I, PreK-12

9:25am CDT

How Heart Rate Monitors Build A Better Program
Friday August 30, 2024 9:25am - 10:15am CDT
Weight Room - 325
How we use HR monitors in class how we keep kids accountable
How we grade Monitor troubleshooting
How to read the polar app and student data
Speakers
avatar for Theodora Davis

Theodora Davis

Assistant Divisional Chair for Health/PE & Drivers Ed, McHenry High School
Assistant Divisional Chair for Health/PE & Drivers Ed. I teach health and fitness for life as well as freshmen PE. I have 3 kids 7, 5 and 2. I love to try new ideas and technology in my classrooms.
JB

Jennifer Beattie

Division Chair for PE/Health/DE, McHenry High School
I am in my 20th year of teaching at District 156.  I have taught combination of physical education and driver education classes.  I have a  passion for driver education and aquatic courses.  Currently I serve as the District Division Chair of Physical Education/Health/Driver... Read More →
Friday August 30, 2024 9:25am - 10:15am CDT
Weight Room - 325
  Session I, PreK-12

9:25am CDT

Like A Good Neighbor, Nearpod is There!
Friday August 30, 2024 9:25am - 10:15am CDT
314
Are you trying to find ways to engage your students, and immerse them into your lessons? This workshop is for you! Nearpod is a digital resource that places engagement components within a lesson (ideally, Google slides), while collecting data in real time. Nearpod is customizable in ways to present to whole group, small group, and/or individual students. Join us in exploring and then creating a lesson with Nearpod!
Speakers
avatar for Natalie Vallianatos

Natalie Vallianatos

Instructional Coach, Riverwood School
Before starting her role as an instructional coach at Riverwood, Natalie was the instructional coach at Landmark for four years. Natalie taught 3rd, 4th and 5th grades at both Edgebrook and Duker for 21 years and is an adjunct instructor at Aurora University, teaching undergraduate... Read More →
avatar for J. Chanthasene
Nearpod Tri Conference '24 pdf
Friday August 30, 2024 9:25am - 10:15am CDT
314
  Session I, PreK-12

9:25am CDT

Maximizing Learning Impact: Leveraging Assessments for Secondary Classroom Success
Friday August 30, 2024 9:25am - 10:15am CDT
CSTI 406
School systems are increasingly data-rich, but educators often struggle to use this data to differentiate instruction and provide timely feedback to meet the needs of every student. This session details practical approaches for effective and easy-to-implement reteaching strategies in multiple content areas in secondary classrooms. Michelle Marrillia provides specific examples of creating a system of regrouping and differentiated instruction based on assessment data.



Speakers
avatar for Michelle Marrillia

Michelle Marrillia

Solution Tree
Michelle Marrillia, an educator since 1996, has a diverse background as a classroom teacher, school administrator, educational presenter, and instructional coach. She has a passion for training coaches in professional learning communities (PLC), developing teacher leaders, implementing... Read More →
Friday August 30, 2024 9:25am - 10:15am CDT
CSTI 406
  Session I, PreK-12

9:25am CDT

Maximizing you Retirement Savings: Understanding and Utilizing The TRS SSP 457(b) Plans
Friday August 30, 2024 9:25am - 10:15am CDT
CSTI 366
In this workshop, participants will learn about the benefits and features of the of the TRS SSP 457(b) plan for eligible employees. I will discuss how this plan can help individuals save for retirement, maximize tax advantages, and achieve their long-term financial goals. Participants will also receive guidance on how to enroll in the plan, select investment options, and make contributions to build a secure retirement future.
Speakers
avatar for Tonya Coleman

Tonya Coleman

Retirement Education Specialist, TRS SSP - Voya
I'm your local TRS SSP 457(b) Retirement Education Specialist and available to provide ongoing support to help meet your needs, including:  * Plan information and enrollment assistance               * Financial wellness education  * Personalized account reviews  * Individual... Read More →
Friday August 30, 2024 9:25am - 10:15am CDT
CSTI 366
  Session I, PreK-12

9:25am CDT

Newcomers: Honoring Their Journey
Friday August 30, 2024 9:25am - 10:15am CDT
311
With the recent increase in the number of Newcomers in our districts, it is important to be purposeful in how we support and instruct the students and families. We will share our journey to develop processes and procedures for welcoming Newcomers as well as resources we have found to be beneficial. Come with an open heart and leave with a full brain!
Speakers
avatar for Maureen Cassidy

Maureen Cassidy

Executive Director of Multilingual Services, McHenry D15
English language learning and bilingual education
avatar for Edgar De La Mora

Edgar De La Mora

Coordinator of Multilingual Services, CCSD 15

Ted Lasso Newcomer Guide TriConference 2024 pdf
Newcomer Poem by David Bowles pdf
Friday August 30, 2024 9:25am - 10:15am CDT
311
  Session I, PreK-12

9:25am CDT

Paws and Reflect
Friday August 30, 2024 9:25am - 10:15am CDT
Parker will explain what it takes to be a service dog.  Learn about what you can ask someone with a service dog.  What is a task?  What is the difference between service dogs, therapy dogs and emotional support animals?  What to look for in a service dog?  Is a service dog right for everyone?  Take the trivia challenge!
Speakers
avatar for Kris Meinhardt

Kris Meinhardt

SES: learning / behavior specialist
Welcome back to a great year!  I'm Kris Meinhardt and i've been teaching in District 15 for 30 years.  This year I will be working with Zach Karr in the SES program at Parkland Middle School.  Outside of school, I have two adult children living in Chicago. In addition, my husband... Read More →
Service Dogs Transforming Lives One Paw at a Time pdf
Friday August 30, 2024 9:25am - 10:15am CDT
  Session I, PreK-12

9:25am CDT

TRS Benefits: Start to Finish for Tier 1 Members (1st day of contribution in ANY Illinois pension system before 1/1/2011)
Friday August 30, 2024 9:25am - 10:15am CDT
CSTI 367
You may have a whole career in education and are thinking about retiring soon.  Or you may be early in career and wondering how to plan far into the future.  Or education may be your second career.  This workshop will help you understand what you need to consider to maximize the benefits you will have in retirement ... whether that is 5 years away or 40!
Speakers
avatar for Sandie Benhart

Sandie Benhart

Outreach Coordinator, Teachers Retirement System
I work with TRS members, Regional Offices of Education, District Business Managers and the IRTA/IEA organizations to help our membership understand their retirement or disability benefits as well as to explain survivor benefits for loved ones. This incorporates both Tier I and Tier... Read More →
Friday August 30, 2024 9:25am - 10:15am CDT
CSTI 367
  Session I, PreK-12

9:25am CDT

Yoga For Educators
Friday August 30, 2024 9:25am - 10:15am CDT
329 - Dance Room
Yoga helps to improve memory ability by using breathing methods and postures that stimulate the brain. Teachers benefit from yoga when after classes, they need to be relaxed. You can improve your memory through yoga meditation
Speakers
avatar for Carol Munn

Carol Munn

Chorus Teacher, McHenry Middle School
Yoga can help you to relax, increase physical strength and flexibility, but most importantly to replenish and reset your mind.  I attended my first yoga class in 2003 and have practiced regularly both in yoga studios and in my home.  In 2020, I obtained my 200 Hour Yoga Teacher... Read More →
Friday August 30, 2024 9:25am - 10:15am CDT
329 - Dance Room
  Session I, PreK-12
 
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