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Friday, March 14
 

12:40pm PDT

"I made a difference to that one!": The Starfish Story and the power of reaching out to students as individuals
Friday March 14, 2025 12:40pm - 1:25pm PDT
You have likely heard The Starfish Story, and the first time you did, it likely brought you to tears. Then, survival mode kicked in like it tends to for educators. We try to be everything for everybody, put out fires, and as a bonus, maybe stay sane. We think about our students, though, as individuals, all the time; it's why we got into this work. Alas, though, it may not seem to them like we do. There are ways, though, to show this to them without fanfare, and without major time, financial, or emotional expense to us. No matter how long you have taught, you remember the students for whom you made a small, positive difference even if, at the time, you were not really even trying. Rest assured, they remember you, too. Helping a student feel loved, valued, and appreciated is perhaps the most significant win-win that exists in education, with everyone's buckets getting filled. Let's explore and share ways to do this for our students at a time when all other noise in our lives may seem more pressing.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Steve Kucinski

Dr. Steve Kucinski

teacher/lecturer, Dublin Coffman High School / The Ohio State University
Dr. Steve Kucinski, Nationally Board Certified in 2002 and 2012, has taught middle and high school English for 32 years. He has a Bachelor’s in English Education, a Master’s in Educational Administration, and a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology and Adolescent Development from The... Read More →
Friday March 14, 2025 12:40pm - 1:25pm PDT
Room 219

12:40pm PDT

Building Staff Morale and Addressing Teacher Burnout
Friday March 14, 2025 12:40pm - 1:25pm PDT
In this session, participants will explore strategies to build staff morale and address teacher burnout through a focus on relationships, culture, and support. It will provide actionable tools and real-world examples to help educational leaders create a school culture that values its educators, inspires collaboration, and enhances overall morale. Walk away with strategies to transform challenges into opportunities for growth and ensure your school is a place where staff feels valued, supported, and empowered to succeed.
Speakers
avatar for Brain Hughes

Brain Hughes

Principal, Oak Harbor High School
Brian Hughes has devoted over 15 years to education in Northwest Ohio, where he has served as a teacher, coach, and administrator at both middle and high school levels. His leadership experience includes roles as Athletic Director, Assistant Principal, and Principal.Brian earned a... Read More →
Friday March 14, 2025 12:40pm - 1:25pm PDT
Room 221

12:40pm PDT

I Wish My Students Knew...
Friday March 14, 2025 12:40pm - 1:25pm PDT
This session will offer a unique perspective from the future teachers at Port Clinton High School. Inspired by their book study of I Wish My Teacher Knew by Kyle Schwartz, these aspiring educators will share ways teachers and staff can support students through grief and explore ideas for schools to create a culture that develops character. However, none of this is possible if teachers and school staff members don't take care of themselves first. While these can be tough topics and conversations, this session will celebrate the transformative power of public education.  
Speakers
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Educators Rising Students

Port Clinton High School
All of these students are members of Educators Rising and recently completed the Foundations of Education course at Port Clinton High School. In the course, they were able to work with mentor teachers in the district to observe and teach students in their desired subject and grade-level... Read More →
Friday March 14, 2025 12:40pm - 1:25pm PDT
Room 124

12:40pm PDT

Reimagine Learning Through Ted Lasso
Friday March 14, 2025 12:40pm - 1:25pm PDT
The unexpectedly heartwarming show Ted Lasso subtly introduced millions to key principles of good teaching, social-emotional learning and team-building. Step onto the pitch and discover new ways to connect with students, model respect and score a few pointers along with tips to make it easier to engage your students where they are at. Inspired by the presentations of Delanie Johnson and Mike Lawrence, join us on a magical journey through the world of positivity as this session will provide participants with ready-to-use ideas for the classroom and reflect on key principles found throughout Ted Lasso! NOTE: You don’t have to have seen the show to learn from our session…but light spoilers may be ahead.
Speakers
avatar for Dominic Helmstetter

Dominic Helmstetter

Teacher, Perrysburg High School
Dominic Helmstetter is a passionate educator with 18 years of experience, known for creating hands-on, tech-driven learning experiences that put students first. In addition to teaching, he is a national speaker and education consultant, offering innovative strategies to elevate instructional... Read More →
Friday March 14, 2025 12:40pm - 1:25pm PDT
Room 217

12:40pm PDT

SEL in the Classroom and BEYOND...
Friday March 14, 2025 12:40pm - 1:25pm PDT
Join us for a time of collaboration between a university and an elementary classroom to see the outcome of the implementation of social emotional learning curriculum and interventions that have been tried in a lower elementary classroom. What worked and what didn't! Let's go beyond the classroom and discuss how to create a more positive school culture.  
Speakers
avatar for Sharon Swan

Sharon Swan

Professor of Practice for PreK to 5, Cleveland State University
Sharon Swan, Visiting Professor of Practice, P-5 Education in the Teacher EducationDepartment, is actively involved in the CSU Teacher License Program for preservice teacherspromoting an integrated model for teacher preparation at Cleveland State University. Swandevelops partnerships... Read More →
avatar for Salli Swisher

Salli Swisher

Salli Swisher has been teaching kindergarten for thirty-one years. She was awarded the Fayetteville-Perry Local Schools Teacher of the Year and Brown County Teacher of the Year in 2022 and went on to be awarded the District 5 State Teacher of the Year. She is involved in the building... Read More →
Friday March 14, 2025 12:40pm - 1:25pm PDT
Room 226
 
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