2023 NCASCD "Portrait of the Whole Child"
Online conference for educators celebrating and exploring the whole child
October 03, 2023 - June 30, 2024  ·  United States

Join educators from across North Carolina and the country to share and explore best practices in support of the Whole Child. 

Agenda
Tuesday, October 3
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
NCDPI's State Military Consultant provides info to engage students with their skills, interests & postsecondary career paths with the assistance of the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery-Career Exploration Program (ASVAB-CEP) Purple Star Award.
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
This session, from a key leader of the ASCD Whole Whole initiative from 2010-2021, extends the Whole Child approach to focus on the role of leadership.
Wednesday, October 4
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
Participants will learn about different surveys that they can have their students complete in order to gather information about learning styles, favorites, hobbies, interests, and daily emotions, just to name a few.
Thursday, October 12
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
Understanding the Significance of Data Visualization In this session, participants will develop a deep appreciation for the role of data visualization in enhancing critical thinking and data literacy skills among students.
Monday, October 16
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
Collaborative protocols such as teacher teams and PLCs hold great potential as professional practices. However, to ensure their effectiveness and maximize their impact, a structured approach with clear processes is essential.
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
Participants will: 1. Identify a target group/ focus 2. Review a Sp Ed coaching framework 3. Apply this framework to SpEd Teachers teaching in a special education and regular education classroom 4. Identify next steps
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Voice-enabled technology has the power to revolutionize literacy instruction in the K-3 classroom, but how do educators ensure that these tools are equitable for all children and truly save time for teachers?
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Person County Schools like many others has seen an increase number of students in crisis. The district is utilizing a multidisciplinary approach to assess and develop follow up plans for these students.
Tuesday, October 17
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
Participants should be able to: • Share with others their knowledge of the children’s needs are, what services and programs exist, where the gaps are, and advocacy tools
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
School leaders will gain practical and proven strategies to utilize the federal Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant (SSAEG) or Title IV, Part A to support the well rounded education of students - particularly arts education students.
Wednesday, October 25
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
1. Understand how incorporating SEL into your daily routines supports academic growth 2. Provide strategies you can apply in your daily routine to support SEL and see academic growth in your classroom/school
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
The purpose of this session is to support secondary educators in understanding the CCRG Program and the power of collaboration.
Thursday, October 26
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
Educators will learn about a program to support students as an alternative to suspension.
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
The presentation will include and overview on motivational theories and examples of activities that teachers can include in their classroom instruction that support these learning theories.
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
During this session, we will discuss how to better develop leaders in your organization (at all levels) through building a relationship-driven culture, modeling proven leadership behaviors, and creating self-managing teams.
Monday, October 30
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Join us as we recognize schools from Jackson County, Cumberland County, Charlotte-Mecklenburg, and Pitt County!
Speakers

Jessica Cuneo

Jessica Cuneo has been an educator for over 20 years. She has spent the majority of her career as an elementary classroom teacher, Vice Principal and Principal in North Carolina public schools.

Natashalyn Snipes

Educator with over 15 years of experience from PreK-12 grade specializing in special education and supporting students with emotional/behavior needs.

Jinell Cheek

I've been supporting students, staff, and families for over 16 years in a various roles. Providing an alternative placement, with wrap around services, and transitional plans has been the newest highlight of my journey.

Ingrid Rockhead, Ed.D

Curriculum Specialist & Math Coach.

Courtney Johnson, Ed.D

Science Educator & Adjust Professor (Teacher Education)

Dr. Stephanie Ellis

Dr. Stephanie Lowe Ellis, Ed.D, NCSP is a nationally certified school psychologist. She completed her dissertation, trained, and worked with several districts and state professionals to develop school behavioral threat assessment processes in NC.

Jennifer Perez

Experienced School Turnaround Specialist and Solutions Consultant with a demonstrated history of effectiveness.

Melissa Radcliff

Our Children's Place is a statewide program focused on community support for children of incarcerated and returning parents.

Erica Shoulders-Royster

Dr. Erica Shoulders-Royster, a veteran educator serving as NCDPI’s Career and College Ready Graduate (CCRG) Program Administrator. Erica brings a wealth of experience and believes in the Rita Pierson's "Every child deserves a champion," quote.

Dr. Sophia Crawford-Mapp

I believe in coaching teachers to impact change.

Sean Slade

Sean Slade is the Head of BTS Spark, North America, focused on developing the next generation of school leaders. Previously he led the Whole Child initiative and mission at ASCD for over a decade and the development of the WSCC Model.

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