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Educating the Middle

Grades

42nd Annual ConferenceMarch 1-3, 2019

GETTING TO THE HEART

OF THE MATTER:

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

SC – AMLE CONFERENCE 2019

SC – AMLE PRESIDENT’S MESSAGEDear Members and Conference Attendees,

We have all, at one time or another, experienced that moment in the checkout line when someone gives you their pity or condolences for serving as a middle school teacher. They sometimes follow their comments with, "I don't know how you can teach those children" or "I couldn't do your job." They may be right that they couldn't do our job with the same finesse, pageantry, or commitment with which we work our daily craft, and there's someone else who knows it too - our students.

My goal for your conference experience this year in Myrtle Beach is multi-faceted. The theme, "Getting to the Heart of the Matter: Educating the Middle Grades" pushes you toward a deeper awareness of the importance of educating the whole child. The incorporation of social emotional learning is the key to scholastic sustenance for our children. We know that we must be thoughtful and targeted in the ways that we not only deliver our content but also how we tend to the developmental and emotional needs of our students on a daily basis. Not only does research affirm this idea, but our hearts do as well.

We hope that your experience with us confirms the notion that you are not alone in this on-going quest for effective, positive educational practice for our adolescent learners at the middle level. Connectedness, collaboration, and the establishment of effective partnerships through networking ensures innovation in our schools. We hope that you enjoy a meal, have a conversation, or exchange an email address with another education professional in our state during the conference. SC-AMLE strives to support innovation that directly impacts South Carolina's children.

Finally, we hope you leave this conference feeling empowered to continue the conversation about Middle Level Education in South Carolina. Leaders at the highest levels of our government are listening to our membership - their hopes for the future, their needs, their concerns - in a more meaningful way than ever before. If you have previously considered joining the political discourse as it relates to education in our state, the time is now. It is important that your state representatives and state senators know your name and that you're a teacher. I have been personally committed to making sure our voices are heard and that our students are spoken for at the highest levels. I encourage you to do the same.

I am proud to have served as President of your SC-AMLE for this term, and look forward to continuing the work so vital to our South Carolina students and teachers in varying capacities with the organization and beyond. Thank you for your continued membership and attendance at organization functions and for your on-going commitment to excellence in middle level education in the state of South Carolina.

Sincerely,

Sarah Evanson-Atkinson


TABLE OF CONTENTS

General Conference Information 4Conference Schedule 5SC-AMLE Board of Directors 6Conference Committee Members 7Conference Sponsors/Vendors 8-9Middle Level Teacher Career Fair 10SC-AMLE Regions & National Officers 11Keynote Speakers 12Spotlight Sessions 13Student Entertainment 15Concurrent Sessions 16-39SC-AMLE Awards 40-41SC-AMLE Past Presidents 42Schools to Watch 43Credit Renewal 44

Myrtle Beach Convention Center Map 45


GENERAL CONFERENCE INFORMATIONNAMETAGS:

All registered attendees will receive a nametag at registration. A nametag is required to enter all sessions, meetings and programs. Please wear your nametag at all times.

FOOD TICKETS:

A ticket for Saturday lunch and Sunday breakfast will be provided to you at check in. The ticket and your nametag are required to enter. We suggest placing these in your nametag holder for safe keeping.

CELL PHONES:

We ask that all attendees be respectful to the presenters and fellow attendees by turning your cell phone to silent during all programs.

REGISTRATION:

Each attendee must pick up his/her own registration materials.

SC-AMLE Bookstore:

Please visit the SC-AMLE Bookstore in the exhibit hall for the latest educator books and resources. Our keynote presenters’ books are available for purchase as well. The bookstore accepts cash, checks, credit cards, and district procurement cards and purchase orders.

EXHIBIT HALL:

SC-AMLE has worked with various sponsors and vendors to provide you with resources to enhance your school. Please visit our exhibitors and check out the great resources available to schools across our state. Many school districts have representation in the hall, and may be offering interviews throughout the conference.

CONFERENCE APP:

Changes/additions/deletions to the program will be made using the YAPP app. Please be sure to download the YAPP app to get the latest information.

TECHNOLOGY HELP AND QUESTIONS:

If you need help accessing technology or have questions for SC-AMLE, please stop by the SC-AMLE booth.

SOCIAL MEDIA:

We ask that you join us on our live Twitter feed by using #scamle2019. Please share your pictures, thoughts, and information on our Twitter and Facebook pages.

SCHOOLS TO WATCH SHOWCASE:

Visit the Schools to Watch Showcase in the Convention Center Lobby in the Hall of Fame. Each STW has provided information about their school. STW presentations are marked with the School to Watch logo in the program.


CONFERENCE SCHEDULEFriday, March 1, 20198:30 am - 12:00 pm South Carolina Professors of Middle Level Education Annual Meeting

12:45 pm - 5:30 pm 3rd Annual SC-AMLE Middle Level Institute

12:45 pm - 1:00 pm Welcome

1:15 pm - 2:30 pm Choice Learning Session 1



5:30 pm - 8:30 pm Conference Registration

5:30 pm - 8:30 pm Visit Vendors in Exhibit Hall

Saturday, March 2, 20197:00 am - 12:00 pm Conference Registration

8:00 am - 5:00pm Exhibit Hall Open

8:00 am - 10:00 am General Session I

10:00 am - 10:30 am Visit Vendors in the Exhibit Hall

10:45 am - 11:30 am Concurrent Sessions I

11:35 am - 1:30 pm Lunch and Learn

Group A:

Lunch 11:35-12:25 (Vendor hall)

Roberto Rivera 12:35-1:30 (Ballroom E)

Lesley Eason 12:35-1:30 (Ballroom D)

Group B:

Roberto Rivera 11:40-12:35 (Ballroom E)

Lesley Eason 11:40-12:35 (Ballroom D)

Lunch 12:40-1:30 (Vendor hall)

1:45 pm - 2:15 pm Concurrent Sessions II

2:15 pm - 2:40 pm Visit Vendors in the Exhibit Hall

2:45 pm - 3:30 pm Concurrent Sessions III

3:45 pm - 4:15 pm Concurrent Sessions IV

4:30 pm - 5:15 pm Concurrent Sessions V

Sunday, March 3, 20198:00 am - 9:15 am Breakfast buffet and SC-AMLE Annual Business Meeting

9:30 am - 11:30 am General Session II


SC – AMLE BOARD OF DIRECTORS


2019 CONFERENCE COMMITTEE

Co-Chairpersons

Karen BullardBlue Ridge Middle

Corey CollingtonBerea Middle

Sarah Evanson-Atkinson, Keynotes and Featured SpeakersBecky Strickland, Presenters Heather Gordon, BookstoreMatt Critell, Exhibitors/Vendor Hall

Vanessa Rhodes, EntertainmentJeff Jenkins, Lighting and Sound Tammy Small, Program

Donna Manning, Registration Kayla Audette, Registration


CONFERENCE SPONSORS


CONFERENCE VENDORSPalmetto State Teachers’ AssociationOrange SkyVan RoboticsMedieval TimesBurke TravelSC Geographic AllianceClemson Youth Learning InstituteRoper Mountain Science CenterSC ASCD

SC Bar Law USC College of EducationSparkpoint InnovationsAmerican Book CompanyYMCAHealthy BlueSC Project Learning TreeJAM PublishingCapitol ToursOzark LollipopsWonderWorksConverse College


Middle Level Teacher Career FairBerkeley County School District

Charleston County School DistrictCherokee County School DistrictFairfield County School District

Greenville County School DistrictJasper County School District

Kershaw County School DistrictLexington County School District OneLexington County School District Two

School District Five of Lexington & Richland CountiesOrangeburg County Consolidated School District

Richland County School District OneSumter School District

York County District Three*Interviews may be scheduled during the conference and may be held in Room 108.


REGIONS

NATIONAL OFFICES

Dr. Gary SennPresident of NAPoMLE

Tina JamisonNational Forum Board of

Directors

Dr. David McDonaldNational Forum Board of

Directors

Keynote SpeakersSaturday Keynote Speaker: Roberto Rivera, Lead Change Agent, Hope Dealer


Roberto Rivera is an artist, educator, and change agent who specializes in applying best practices in engaging youth using practical and relevant methods. He is also the Chief Empowerment Officer at 7 Mindsets Academy.

Roberto Rivera received his undergraduate degree at UW-Madison where he created his own major entitled “Social Change, Youth Culture and the Arts”. He received his master’s degree at UIC in Youth Development with a focus on Social

Justice, Urban Education, and Hip-hop. He currently is the President and Lead Change Agent of the Good Life Org., an organization that publishes multi-media educational tools and trains educators, youth workers, and parents in connecting positive youth development to community development. His experience in working in the field of community-based popular education over the last decade have won him awards from former president Bill Clinton, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin, and others. Despite these accolades, Roberto sees his work as giving back, since being labeled “at-risk” and “disadvantaged” as a teen himself, his relationships with key educators and youth workers helped him to turn his life around. Roberto’s presentations are unique in that they not only include scientific based research, but that they also include his own story of transforming from a dope dealer to a hope dealer, to incorporating stories from his work with communities around the nation. His unique ability to code-switch from sharing research and data to stories and poems leaves audiences standing with enlightened minds and moved hearts. He is also a proud husband and father, and sees being a good dad as one of his life-long goals.

Sunday Morning Keynote and Business Meeting

One of our sponsors is the innovative and remarkable team of professionals from Leader in Me - a subsidiary of Franklin Covey Education. Sunday's Keynote is Dr. Lesley Eason.Dr. Eason brings experience, insight, and research to the table as we complete our discussion and exploration of the importance of social-emotional learning (SEL) and our students. She will highlight the importance of getting to the hearts of our kiddos through an examination of research and anecdotes that will leave you excited to venture back to your students and the work of your classroom.

Dr. Lesley Eason was born and raised in Jacksonville, NC and graduated from Jacksonville High School. After completing college, she returned to Jacksonville to begin a career in education that has included serving as an English teacher, Assistant Principal,

Principal, and Assistant Superintendent for Instructional Services and Continuous Improvement. She is married to Bob Eason, who is the head football coach for the Northside Monarchs and is a proud mother to Trey, a freshman at ECU, and Gage, a junior of Northside High School.


Spotlight SessionsPresenter: Dr. Lesley F. Eason

7 plus 4: A Formula for Middle Level Learner Success The successes achieved and the challenges faced by middle-level educators have never been greater. In addition to being instructional leaders, caring mentors, and motivators for our adolescent learners; middle-level educators must also meet the varying needs of the individuals we serve. By learning practical skills based on timeless principles and an individualized goal execution system, we can cut through the urgency of today’s education environment and engage the best in all students. Participants will be introduced to the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People®. Participants will learn how to use and apply powerful leadership tools, such as the 4 Disciplines of Execution®, to address barriers faced by their schools as well as a road map for continuous improvement. 7 plus 4 equals a renewed passion and energy for the mission of successfully serving the middle-level learner!


SC-AMLE STUDENT ENTERTAINMENTSC-AMLE would like to thank these schools who celebrate the arts and

showcase the talents of their students. We hope that you enjoy this great entertainment throughout the conference.

Friday Evening R. P. Dawkins Middle School Full Orchestra

under the direction of Jennifer Diehn, Orchestra Director&

Megan Irby, Band Director

Opening Session Saturday MorningMcCracken Middle School Swingin' Eagles Jazz Band

under the direction of Dr. Vern Weygandt

Closing Session Sunday Morning Miss Molly Oldstrom, Soloist

Mauldin Middle School 7th Grader


MARCH 2, 2019 CONCURRENT SESSIONSSESSION I: 10:45 – 11:30

Kinesthetic Strategies for Math and Science Taking Care of Middle School Teachers’ physical, social, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual needs

CEU #: 1801 CEU #: 1802ROOM #: Ballroom BPRESENTERS: Nancy Ruppert

This session focuses on creating a culture of care in schools. This We Believe inspires us to take care of young adolescents. Middle schools also need to take care of their faculty and administration needs.

Main Presentation Contact: [email protected]

ROOM #: Ballroom APRESENTERS: Dr. Deborah McMurtrie, Bridget Coleman, Gary SennWe know that physical movement and opportunities for social interaction are essential in the middle school classroom. This session offers strategies for active, purposeful learning, flexible grouping, and kinesthetic teaching approaches as alternatives to whole-class lecture.

Main Presenter Contact: [email protected]

Advanced Differentiation: Beyond The Basics Beta Box

CEU #: 1803 CEU #: 1804ROOM #: Ballroom DPRESENTERS: Beta Box

ROOM #: Ballroom CPRESENTERS: Dr. David Vawter

This session on differentiation will look more deeply into the idea that we need to be a student of our students. Topics covered will include learning preferences, interest surveys and engaging activities that sessions attendees will experience first so they can learn more about themselves before taking these strategies into their classroomMain Presentation Contact: [email protected] Beyond Kahoot The Flexibly Blended Classroom

CEU #: 1805 CEU #: 1806ROOM #: 102PRESENTERS: Joseph Miles

This is a session to show the dynamic power of a Flexibly/Blended Classroom. From the history of it, my process, and the data to show the success of it.


ROOM #: 101PRESENTERS: Maddie Colvin, Alana Reynolds, Monica Meadows, Ryan Cornwell

It's time to move beyond Kahoot! Join innovative teacher candidates to learn how to incorporate technology into your classroom through formative assessment, learning experiences, and specific content integration. This session will leave you with multiple new technology resources to implement immediately in your classroom!


MARCH 2, 2019 CONCURRENT SESSIONSSC – AMLE CONFERENCE 2019

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SESSION I: 10:45 – 11:30From the Mouths of Teacher Candidates While I Breathe, I Hope: How Mindful Breath and

Movement Can Enhance the Learning Process

CEU #: 1807 CEU #: 1808ROOM #: 104PRESENTERS: Angela Still

This session will address how mindful breath and movement can integrate the mind/body connection, enhance self-regulation, teach empathy, and encourage a sense of community in early adolescents.


ROOM #: 103PRESENTERS: Nate Carnes, Blythe Vickery, Ying-Chen Lin, Maddie Colvin

This panel features middle level preservice teachers who seek to engage the audience in a professional conversation about support that they receive and need throughout a yearlong internship.


The Way We Play

How to Demystify STEM and Develop an Effective STEM Program

CEU #: 1809 CEU#: 1810ROOM #: 202PRESENTERS: Stan MozingoWhen teachers move from science or math to STEM – many things change. STEM students will expand their 21st Century skills, problem-solving, and implement design practices of scientists and engineers. Effective teaching practices are the cornerstone of a rigorous and relevant STEM program or STEM school. Learn how teachers and principals can make this STEM shift.Main Presentation Contact: [email protected]

ROOM #: 105PRESENTERS: Sharon Templeton, Stephen RameyIntegration between Physical Education and core subject topics. Being active through differentiation, student choice, and inclusion. Learn strategies that can be used in both the gym and classroom.


Top 10 SEL Strategies Facts, Fiction and Fairy Dust

CEU #: 1811 CEU #: 1812ROOM #: 204PRESENTERS: Sean Hogan

This is a hands on interactive technology enhanced session was designed to model effective techniques and strategies for managing the middle grades math classroom. The session is divided into three sections Facts, Fiction, and Fairy Dust.


ROOM #: 203PRESENTERS: Angela Burns, Amanda Arflin

Are you finding it hard to incorporate social, emotional learning strategies at your school? Come see the top 10 SEL procedures that we deliberately practice at Crayton Middle School.


MARCH 2, 2019 CONCURRENT SESSIONSSESSION I: 10:45 – 11:30








CEU #: 1813ROOM #: 205PRESENTERS: Siddeeqah Cruse, Joy Starks

That’s Just Good Teaching! This session will immerse participants in culturally relevant instructional strategies in science and social studies to increase student engagement.


CEU #: 1814ROOM #: 206PRESENTERS: Ronda Bailey, Brandon BeckAcademic success begins with breaking down the Social Studies standards by creating clear bite sized student friendly “I can” statements. Only then can educators develop meaningful activities to support student learning.


Digital Portfolios Don't Fear the Thumb: Five Times aSchool to Watch

CEU #: 1815 CEU #: 1816ROOM #: 208PRESENTERS: Gene Cameron, Cody Strong, Rhonda Horton, Keyes Wheeler

The Lugoff-Elgin Middle School learning community acknowledges and is sensitive to the unique developmental challenges students face during early adolescence. We strive to create an environment that supports each student’s intellectual, ethical, social, and physical development.


ROOM #: 207PRESENTERS: Olga Toggas, Donna Jacobs, Linda Shade, Christy Saleeby

Step-by-step instructions will be given from the design of the digital shell to the use of multiple media modes of student reflections, all done in a protected way using Google Sites. Guidance will be provided on how to teach students to develop their own digital portfolios to showcase their reflection, growth, and evolution as a learner. Main Presentation Contact:[email protected]

Got DBQs?

CEU #: 1817ROOM #: 209PRESENTERS: Stephen Corsini, Shaleka McKthen, Whitney Jones, Courtney Garrison

Come hear how the digital collection at USC and South Carolina Digital Library were used to create DBQs for students to deeply engage with documents. Participants will learn about DBQs and walk through several examples.








MARCH 2, 2019 TABLE TOP SESSIONSESSION I: 10:45 – 11:30TABLE TOP SESSION – Ballroom E CEU#:1819

Table Top presentations will last 20 minutes. Attendees will choose two (2) table top presentations to attend. At the end of 20 minutes, attendees will move to the 2nd presentation of their choice.

Top i c 1: Game Up Your Class with Goosechase Abby Schiferl, Teresa Gunn - [email protected] your worksheets into a challenging scavenger hunt by using the awesome app called Goosechase Edu. Discover how you can create a game for any subject, any age.

Top i c 2: “Conver-STATIONS” in the Middle School Classroom P. Sloan Joseph - [email protected] increasing class sizes, it is becoming difficult to reach every student through whole group instruction. Participants will explore how academic conversations in small groups can improve learning outcomes. A laptop is required for this session.

Top i c 3 : Hitting the Mark with Text Dependent Analysis Christy Brown, Ryan Tavenner- [email protected] the session, “Hitting the Mark with Text Dependent Analysis”, participants will learn strategies for developing a holistic approach for assisting students with analyzing texts in order to become more critical readers and writers.

Top i c 4: Creating Instructional Videos Debbie Jarrett, Brian Day - [email protected] some easy ways to create instructional videos.

Top i c 5 : From Superman to Super Grades: Comic Books in Education Dr. Derek Tully - [email protected] is the key to literacy but students are often turned off by "walls of text." Comic books can put a "human face" on many difficult subjects as well as developing artistic, computer and research skills.

Top i c 6 : Advisory: Why is it Worth It Denise Webster - [email protected] you struggled to make advisory a meaningful period of your day for both students and teachers? At BMS we have worked to use the time to Bring Organization and Life skills together in one period to build a culture of connectedness and community for both students and teachers. It is no longer just another period of the day.








MARCH 2, 2019 TABLE TOP SESSIONSESSION I: 10:45 – 11:30TABLE TOP SESSION – Ballroom E CEU#:1819


Top i c 7 : Using Restorative Practices to Establish Measurable Decreases in Student Discipline Issues Jason Holt- [email protected] presentation will focus on a research based approach to building a stronger community and helping students re-enter learning environments once problems arise.

Top i c 8 : Augmenting the Reality Weaving African American Studies into the Middle School ELA and Social Studies Curriculum Tunisha Summers, Gwendolyn Sewer - t u n i s h a.su m m e r s @ o cs d 5 .n e t This will be based on a week-long course given by Dr. Gloria Boutte and Dr. Toby Jenkins from USCs school of Education as well as the State Departments guidelines on Diaspora Literature. It will give a basic framework for including African American history and culture in both ELA and Social Studies.

Top i c 9: Student Identification of Fake News in Science Media Jeremy Puskas- [email protected] a world full of falsified information and subjective analysis, students find reading scientific material, with an objective mindset, difficult. This presentation will review how to filter through the bias to determine scientific fact.

Top i c 10: Have students “Make” notes, not “Take” notes! Jason Yaman- [email protected] students to use literacy and reading skills to construct their notes as a comprehensive study system. Using the Cornell Note-taking system students will record and review information, while questioning and reflecting on their work.

Top i c 11 : Professional Development Choice Boards: Personalized Learning for Teachers Christin Edge, Jennifer Henson- [email protected] how T.E. Mabry Middle School, a National Schools to Watch site, has successfully blended choice and personalized learning into a 21st Century framework for professional development utilizing Professional Development Choice Boards.

Top i c 12: "LIT"eracy Melissa Pollard- [email protected] is a way in with students. Music develops creativity and makes the brain more receptive to deeper critical thinking. Students are prone to become more excited about learning your content and ignites concept retention.







MARCH 2, 2019 CONCURRENT SESSIONSSESSION II: 1:45 – 2:15

The Teacher in YOU! On the PLUS side

CEU #: 1820 CEU #: 1821ROOM #: Ballroom BPRESENTER: Amy St. John

Discover how to implement effective professional development programs for your educators! Participants will be guided through a hands-on lesson as part of the program.


ROOM #: Ballroom APRESENTERS: Kyle Greene

7 Teaching principles that can connect with students and increase student outcomes


Environmental Science Teaching Resources & Professional Learning Opportunities from SC Project Learning Tree

Orbit Earth Expo Preview

CEU #: 1822 CEU #: 1823ROOM #: Ballroom DPRESENTERS: Tracy M. Custer

Experience our in-school science program as a student! We use a 14’ inflatable earth, 3.5’ moon, and 5’ sun to teach your students about seasons, tides, eclipses, moon phases, and so much more!


ROOM #: Ballroom CPRESENTERS: Matt Schnabel

Learn how you can teach your science standards using the Project Learning Tree curriculum which is correlated to the SCDE standards. You will also learn about professional learning opportunities where you can receive renewal credits.Main Presentation Contact: [email protected]

Include Me: Inclusive Literature in Middle School Language Arts

Taste & Read - How to Increase Reading Through Book Clubs

CEU #: 1824 CEU #: 1825ROOM #: 102PRESENTERS Sara Ritchie, Jennifer LaGro, Amanda Barnes

By creating a "tasting menu" of books, students are able to find the perfect book for them. Students then meet in book clubs, which dramatically increases independent reading and engagement.


ROOM #: 101PRESENTERS: Brandon Watkins

The objective and goal of this presentation is to bring awareness to the marginalization that adolescent age, LGBTQ identifying students feel in their classrooms. Classrooms and schools are viewed as places of support and this presentation identifies ways to create inclusive classrooms and schools through the use of literature.









SESSION II: 1:45 – 2:15South Carolina African American Historic Sites Map Rotating Through Middle School

CEU #: 1826 CEU #: 1827ROOM #: 104PRESENTERS: Joyce Crimminger, Brent Chavous, Liz James

Do you have students who learn best in the morning but you have them last period every day? South Middle offers every student the opportunity to experience every class at a different time frame throughout the week. Join us to find out how to prevent that phrase, “Oh, no! It’s last period!”


ROOM #: 103PRESENTER: Michael Mewborne

This session introduces an online map of South Carolina African American Historic sites. The map includes lesson plans, videos, and links to primary source documents, and is particularly useful for 8th grade social studies instruction. Attendees should bring a device to view the map.

Main Presenter Contact: [email protected] Relationships: Developing Literacy Skills through Student Choice and Interest

Plug into Your School's Power Pair: Media Specialist and Instructional Technology Coach

CEU #: 1828 CEU #: 1829ROOM #: 202PRESENTERS: Christin Edge, Ashley Paddock

Discover how to integrate separate workflows into an intentional implementation of professional development and student-centered instruction resulting in meaningful, digital-age learning for all stakeholders.


ROOM #: 105PRESENTER: Dr. Autumn Hudson, Ed.D.

Building relationships is a powerful motivator. Students who are actively engaged are more likely to learn. Incorporating student choice and interest into literacy instruction encourages learner participation and increases the likelihood of positive experiences.


National Geographic Resources for Educators Please teach me outside of the Classroom!CEU #: 1830 CEU #: 1831

ROOM #: 204PRESENTER: Dr. Derek Tully

From table tops in the cafeteria to a square foot garden: from paving stones in the courtyard to "basketball hoop" math there are lots of alternative ways of teaching number sense and algebra.


ROOM #: 203PRESENTER: Carley Lovorn

Participants will learn how the National Geographic Educator Network connects educators to: in-person and online professional development, fellowship and travel opportunities, high-quality, standards-based classroom resources, such as National Geographic videos and maps, student programming and academic competitions, and grants specifically for K-12 educators.


MARCH 2, 2019 CONCURRENT SESSIONSSESSION II: 1:45 – 2:15








CEU #: 1832ROOM #: 205PRESENTERS: Denise Johnson Jodi Thomas

This session will present strategies and activities (using a Computational Thinking Framework) that encourages girls to explore coding and robotics.


CEU #: 1833ROOM #: 206PRESENTERS: Joshua Bovill

Athletes kneeling for the flag has created major discourse in our great country. Are teachers supposed to stay away from topics like this? I used my experience as a black male & Robotics Teacher to address this issue in a way that united a classroom.

Main Presentation Contact: [email protected] Role of Leadership in Building a Climate of Success Amusement Park Math

CEU #: 1834 CEU #: 1835ROOM #: 208PRESENTER: Sandra Ammons

Join us for some fun at the amusement park as we explore mathematical connections to games, lines, and rides. We will investigate ways to engage students at all grade levels in the Mathematical Process Standards.


ROOM #: 207PRESENTERS: Mary Leslie Anderson, Kelly Finnegan

Building a school culture that is trusting and positive is the most important part of raising student achievement. Leadership must create this climate by building capacity among the adults in the school first. This session will discuss the role of leaders in the building.


After Mindfulness, What Next?

CEU #: 1836ROOM #: 209PRESENTER: Debbie Hammond Lancaster

Educators are practicing mindfulness for self-care, transforming schools into places where anxiety is reduced, attention is optimized, and emotions are regulated, the kinds of places where people want to work and children want to learn. What next?


MARCH 2, 2019 CONCURRENT SESSIONSSESSION III: 2:45 – 3:30

Community and School Working Together to Support Struggling Students

App Prototyping PBL Projects for Stem Infusion

CEU #: 1837 CEU #: 1838ROOM #: Ballroom BPRESENTERS: Alex Fegely, Cory Gleasman

ROOM #: Ballroom APRESENTERS: Carrie Chappell, Officer Coley Hebrard, Ebony Wright, Matt Lurey







The number of students struggling with negative thoughts and circumstances is increasing. Learn how Beaufort Middle supports our students at school and by engaging with community resources to provide mental health assistance and in home support.

Are you tired of assigning the same website or video projects in order to integrate technology into your assessments? This session will share app wire framing and prototyping project options. Paired with PBL, these ideas are sure to engage your students Differentiated Instruction for Students with Color

DeficienciesLeading Your School Toward Excellence!

CEU #: 1839 CEU #: 1840ROOM #: Ballroom DPRESENTER: Dr. David McDonaldBeing a school leader is tough! In this session, participants will near more strategies to leverage leadership, build culture, and support teachers to help a school excel on a trajectory toward excellence! Tools, strategies, and ideas will be shared to help you be a stronger school leader.


ROOM #: Ballroom CPRESENTERS: Dr. Deborah McMurtrie Tiffany Zorn, Alex Kinard

We will explore properties of light waves and the eye's ability to perceive color. We will discuss different types of color deficiencies and ways that teachers can differentiate instruction to meet these students’ needs.Main Presentation Contact: [email protected]

Cha Ching: How to Fill the Positive Climate Bucket on a Budget The PLTW Student Experience: What's Next

CEU #: 1841 CEU #: 1842ROOM #: 102PRESENTER: Ken Verburg

The session will cover several key updates and new rollouts in our PLTW programs over the next three school years that will expand student access and engagement, including: PLTW Gateway Spanish-language Curriculum (2019-20) and Chromebook Accessibility (2019-20), New Gateway units (Medical Detectives, Computer Science for Innovators & Makers, App Creators), and new professional development opportunities-Online training for Medical Detectives, Design & Modeling, App Creators, and Computer Science for Innovators & Makers.Main Presentation Contact: [email protected]

ROOM #: 101PRESENTERS: Donna Jacobs, Olga Toggas

At St. James Middle School, we want all members of our school family to feel valued and appreciated. Come hear how the administrative staff maintains the morale of the Shark family by providing opportunities to celebrate parents, teachers, and students. You will leave this session with many ideas that you can quickly and easily implement for little to no cost.



Make C.A.R.E. Great Again: Exploring Title I Middle School Teachers’ Alignment to Self-Concept Enhancement Pedagogy for African American Students

Navigating Teacher Stress

CEU #: 1843 CEU #: 1844ROOM #: 104PRESENTER: Stevie Rodis

Session will provide an overview of what existing literature says about teacher stress and its relationship to burnout and attrition. We will also explore ways to combat the issue at the classroom, school, and district levels.


ROOM #: 103PRESENTER: Dr. Walter Lee

In this session, we will explore the instructional practices of Title I middle school teachers and their alignment to the development of students' self-concept. The presenter will offer strategies for teachers to integrate into their instructional practices.







Inclusion: Finding Strengths in DifferencesCEU #: 1845 CEU #: 1846ROOM #: 106PRESENTER: Scott Floyd

The presenter will discuss how our understanding of this social construct frames our approach to educating all students.


ROOM #: 105PRESENTERS: Byron Johnson, Loretta Cooper, Lakeisha LawrenceInclusion at CMS has transformed from simply a less restrictive model for students with learning disabilities into a support program for all students. We’ll share how we make a difference for all of our students.


Growing and Developing LEADERS...One Child at a Time

First Year Teacher Forum

CEU #: 1847 CEU #: 1848ROOM #: 202PRESENTERS: Hannah Price, Hope Schreiber

A first year dance teacher and a 7th grade math teacher will share their perspectives on entering the teaching profession. Included will be a short Q & A where questions are encouraged. Main Presentation Contact [email protected]

ROOM #: 107PRESENTERS: Clayton Moton, Takela Burns, Sheneka Miller, Michael Wessinger

How can a school "actually" target and reach every single student in the building? At Dutchman Creek Middle, a defined system of organizational supports and structures help make that happen! Find out how a school of nearly 1,000 diverse learners manages to meet the needs of every student with increasing quality and fidelity!



The Breakdown on Breaking Out! Creating Digital Breakouts in Google Sites

Lego Lessons in the Content Areas

CEU #: 1849ROOM #: 203PRESENTER: Kaitlin Wilbanks

Do you want to break out of your normal teaching routine? Learn how to create your own digital breakouts using Google Sites, Forms, and more in this step-by-step presentation. Two free Science Breakouts included with attendance.


CEU #: 1850ROOM #: 204PRESENTERS: Kelli Kilbourn-Williams, Debby Turno, Allison Verhotz, Marsha Peacock

We have been using Legos for the past two years to help students master concepts such as theme, point of view, fractions, balancing science equations, social studies writing, and STEM projects. By using the LEGOs the students are having fun, learning standards, and using their creative writing skills. We will showcase lessons that have helped teach standards.









21st Century Classroom 4.0: Jump into STEAM, 1:1 Why Teaching Media CEU #: 1851 CEU #: 1852ROOM #: 206PRESENTER: Frank Baker

Recent studies indicate many of our students cannot assess the credibility of information. Join media educator for an informative session on integrating media literacy in the middle grades.


ROOM #: 205PRESENTERS: Tyson Gardin, Stephanie Jowers

In this informative resource workshop, we will demonstrate how to beef up your lesson plans by incorporating student choice, cross-content collaboration, tech-integrated learning, and opportunities for student creativity, critique, and revision.






Voices from the Middle Sliding into Digital Flipbook with Google Slides

CEU #: 1853ROOM #: 207PRESENTER: Dr. Don Kauffman

This presentation discusses a recent ethnographic research project that elicited voices of Black males in a predominantly white middle school. It examines such areas as their personal perception of academics, school improvement, and staff misunderstandings.


CEU #: 1854ROOM #: 208PRESENTER: Abby Schiferl

Challenge your students to create a digital flipbook to match their math word problem, or social studies fact.. Bring a Chromebook, iPad or laptop so you can create a digital flipbook.


Real Time Feedback and the Cult ofPersonalized Learning

CEU #: 1855ROOM #: 209PRESENTERS: Joel Colon

Real time feedback allows teachers and presenters the ability to personalize student learning by giving students feedback immediately during a lesson. When a teacher understands their students' knowledge gap(s), they can better prepare and adapt their teaching.






MARCH 2, 2019 TABLE TOP SESSIONSESSION III: 2:45 – 3:30

TABLE TOP SESSION – Ballroom E CEU#:1819


Top i c 1: not WHAT, but HOW Amy St. John– [email protected] into the learning process asking yourself the question, not WHAT but HOW. Participants will walk through various learning strategies that assist with student learning and understanding.

Top i c 2 : Increase Student Achievement Through Tuning Protocol LaChonna L. Avery - [email protected] standard based lesson will be modeled demonstrating how administrators and teacher leaders can provide support to teachers by providing quality feedback when teachers are presenting a standard aligned lesson, aligned assessment, and or data.

Top i c 3: Sparking Empathy through Global Connections Brent White- [email protected] the world without leaving your classroom with opportunities through Mystery Skypes, Skype in

the Classroom, and Empatico.

Top i c 4 : Make Life Easier with Google Extensions Debbie Jarrett, Brian Day- [email protected]'ll share some of our favorite Google Extensions and give you access to a list of others to explore.

Top i c 5 : Coding Drones in Mathematics Emily Strickland- [email protected] presentation shows how a unit using Drones and Coding with Tynker were used to teach mathematics







MARCH 2, 2019 TABLE TOP SESSIONSESSION III: 2:45 – 3:30



Top i c 6 : Using "TIME" To Analyze Poetry Felicia Grier- [email protected] "TIME" is a creative, quick, and effective way to analyze poetry. This strategy breaks down a poem's major elements in a simple, yet comprehensive format. Students will read and understand poetry in a whole new light!

Top i c 7: Technology You Can Use Tomorrow Alexis McAllister, Alexis Glenn, Erika Kozub - [email protected] curriculum through technology in a challenging, exploratory, integrative, and relevant way. Teachers will learn to incorporate 21st century learning to encourage students to be involved and make connections to the standards.

Top i c 8: Challenge Accepted: Developing a School Wide Reading Challenge Nichole Criminger, Candace Lett- [email protected] how two instructional coaches implemented reading challenges in their school to build a community of readers and align practices between all of the ELA grade level teachers.

Top i c 9 : Just Ask Me! Renee McCaslan, Keith McCaslan - [email protected] ask JAM Publishing how easy it is to teach. This session will introduce how easy it is to teach the Science and Social Studies Standards.

Top i c 10: Preparing to Take the PRAXIS PLT 5-9 Randy Stowe - [email protected] will leave this session with a deep appreciation for their past and an excitement for their future.







MARCH 2, 2019 CONCURRENT SESSIONSSESSION IV: 3:45 – 4:15

Underachieving Gifted and Talented Students: Possible Causes and Potential Cures

B.A.G. it & W.I.N. it

CEU #: 1856 CEU #: 1857ROOM #: Ballroom BPRESENTERS: Preston Thorne, Langston Moore

Our W.I.N Chalk talk is an interactive "skull" session designed to arm your students/staff/faculty with the FUNdamentals to get to the B.A.G.

Main Presentation Contact:[email protected]

ROOM #: Ballroom APRESENTERS: Lienne Medford, Meg Lee

You know they can do more. You see the potential. How do you make it happen? Presenters will discuss characteristics and causes of underachieving academically gifted students and will offer practical strategies to motivate students.


The Adolescent Brain Co-Teaching: Ruling the Classroom

CEU #: 1858 CEU #: 1859ROOM #: Ballroom DPRESENTERS: Jennie L. Farmer, Ph.D. Sera Tanner

This presentation will discuss benefits and methods for co-teaching. The presenters will ground the discussion in research-based practices and discuss their cardinal rules for co-teaching and strategies for co-teaching in the real classroom.


ROOM #: Ballroom CPRESENTER: Dr. David Vawter

How much do you know about the brains of your students? Current research will be presented concerning the adolescent brain including the effects of poverty, ADHD, drugs/alcohol, sleep, and technology. Participate in interactive pedagogy to help engage those brains!


Building Empathy through Reading and Writing Instruction: And It's Not Just In English!

Tools, Tools and More Tools (Webtools, That Is)

CEU #: 1860 CEU #: 1861ROOM #: 102PRESENTERS: Debbie Jarrett, Brian Day

We'll share our top 10 favorite webtools plus more if time permits.


ROOM #: 101PRESENTER: Laurie Schmotzer

Come hear about one teacher's journey to build a community of learners prepared to meet the challenges of a rigorous academic environment. Building empathy through reading and writing can occur in any classroom - not just the English teacher's classroom. Come learn how one teacher built a meaningful routine and began focusing on what her students needed rather than what she thought they did.










Coping Skills Training for Middle Schoolers It Starts with Relationships....

CEU #: 1862 CEU #: 1863ROOM #: 104PRESENTERS: Jeff Boozer, Wendy Hawkins, Jennifer Mckibben, Richard George

What makes our school a place our students want to be? It starts with our daily Morning Meeting. Learn more about the many things that Riverside Middle (ASD4) does to build community and connections.


ROOM #: 103PRESENTERS: Monique Loin, Dana Mullins, Margaret HinerThe need for coping skills addresses self-esteem, anxiety, and depression and focuses on self-care and mindfulness. Different strategies will be demonstrated and practiced with participants in order to gain an insight to how each strategy touches on different areas of concern and to explore each aspect of the strategies.

Main Presenter Contact: [email protected] the "Mystery" Out of Book Clubs: Why Student-Led Discussions Really Matter

Better Writing through Self-Awareness as a Learner

CEU #: 1864 CEU #: 1865ROOM #: 106PRESENTER: Joel Johnston

Engage students in writing through understanding their own personal learning. Complete a learning inventory, develop a personal learning profile, and see how personalized writing skills strategies make a measurable difference in student writing.Main Presentation Contact: [email protected]

ROOM #: 105PRESENTER: Dr. Connie "CJ" WilliamsBook clubs motivate, promote analytical thinking, and build independence among students as readers, writers and thinkers. Clubs also allow teachers to assess and grade student progress during book clubs, holding students accountable for their learning.


Creating 21st Century Change Makers Intervention 911

CEU #: 1866 CEU #: 1867ROOM #: 202PRESENTERS: Megan Carrero, Jonathan Wilburn

Come check out how Fulmer Middle School seeks to modify student behavior, in order to achieve the best learning environment possible for students and teachers.


ROOM #: 107PRESENTERS: Rebecca Shackleford, Kristy Marler-WeinerCome see how you can transform the culture of students to balance academics with service in order to create 21st century change makers who know how to use their voice in the world.









I’m almost at the end of my rope! I need a knot!Trauma-Responsive Teaching: Understanding the Effects of Trauma on the Adolescent Brain

CEU #: 1868ROOM #: 203PRESENTER: Kathy Hopkins

After teaching students with emotional disabilities for several years, I learned a lot. I want to share with you how I have successfully used “Emotions” to motivate students, increase test scores, and promote self-control.


CEU #: 1869ROOM #: 204PRESENTERS: Alana Reynolds

Trauma occurring in the early years can have a substantial impact on adolescent development and academic performance. This session will provide necessary knowledge to become a trauma-responsive educator and empower students healing from trauma.


Tag, You're It! As the saying goes, "Lead Where You Are Strong, Team Where You Are Weak."

Drugs: The New epidemic Facing our Children. How to Educate a Middle-School Student

CEU #: 1870 CEU #: 1871ROOM #: 206PRESENTER: Donna Odom

As health and physical education teachers, it’s important to understand the impact drugs are currently having on our youth. We have to understand the issue first and figure out how to teach it next. Addiction does not discriminate.


ROOM #: 205PRESENTERS: Karis Mazyck, Greta Carter, Robert Ratterree, Rahim El-Amin

Come find out how we organized our school based upon the skills of our leadership team: from everything to handling grade-level teams, department meetings, SLOs, IEPs, SpED, Technology, Testing, and the everyday hassles of parent concerns/complaints and personnel issues. We will share with you how we “lead where we are strong and team where we are weak.” We no longer have an orchestra: we have a wonderful jazz ensemble!








S.H.I.F.T- Schools Helping In Family Transitions Stalled Improvement on High-Stakes Testing?

CEU #: 1872ROOM #: 207PRESENTERS: Jennifer Meisten, Jennifer Woody

The transition to middle school can be scary for both parents and students. The faculty and staff at Beck are focused on alleviating these fears and anxiety by developed a multi-tiered system of support that begins while students are still in elementary school.


CEU #: 1873ROOM #: 208PRESENTER: Michele Mangum

If a school or even individual high-stakes testing results hit a wall in growth, it can sometimes be due to the design of assessments being used in practice. The quality of the summative assessment drives everything we do and the session will focus on this particular component.


Emerald Owl Productions

CEU #: 1874ROOM #: 209PRESENTER: Michael Meyer

Endorsed by the National Forum to Accelerate Middle Grade Reform, the "EOP Experience" will leave your students with a lasting positive middle school memory while uniting your school. Use it as an incentive, new school-wide tradition, introduction to your feeder schools, and/or fundraiser.






MARCH 2, 2019 CONCURRENT SESSIONSSESSION V: 4:30 – 5:15

The Game-Changing Blueprint to Building the Whole Child

50 Ways to Leave Your Lecture: Brain-Compatible Approaches for Motivating Reluctant Learners

CEU #: 1875 CEU #: 1876ROOM #: Ballroom BPRESENTER: Katie AndersonHow do we engage students who don’t pay attention or complete work? Research on the brain reveals why students struggle and offers solutions to those struggles. This lively, fun, and interactive session provides participants with brain-based take-away strategies that help get their most reluctant learners motivated and involved, without cornering or confrontation. Main Presentation Contact: [email protected]

ROOM #: Ballroom APRESENTERS: Rett Crocker, Jason McCauley, Carol Brooks, Ginger PhillipsThe Go Program: Developing game-changing, innovative ways to prepare students for success in all environments. Learn how to build a student who is equipped to excel at home, in school, and in the ‘real world.’


Integrating Physical Activity into the ClassroomCultivating Teacher Leaders Who Develop Positive School Culture

CEU #: 1877 CEU #: 1878ROOM #: Ballroom DPRESENTERS: Michelle Fowler, Tracy Butler, Christy Henson, Paula EvansThis research-, theory-, and practice-based presentation will provide ideas and strategies for administrators and teachers to cultivate opportunities for school leaders to “rise and shine” while developing positive school culture and success.Main Presentation Contact: [email protected]

ROOM #: Ballroom CPRESENTER: Dr. Carla Cruickshanks

Best Practices that work for integrating physical activity in the core content classroom. Emphasis placed on cognitive, affective, and psychomotor learning can enhance the Math, SCI, SS, and ELA. Management of activities will be included.Main Presentation Contact: [email protected]

Turning Content into Creativity The Great Google Classroom (Basics)

CEU #: 1879 CEU #: 1880ROOM #: 102PRESENTER: Rachael Dmytriw

Participants will be encouraged to reflect on their past, evaluate their present and stretch themselves into the future by setting goals.


ROOM #: 101PRESENTER: Charley Bovill

Often times it’s hard to find engaging lessons and projects for students. Have you ever thought about getting students to create digital books? This session is about getting students to combine content, technology and literacy. Main Presenter Contact: [email protected]








SESSION V: 4:30 – 5:15Data Folders Discipline Strategies for Students with Emotional and

Behavioral Disabilities

CEU #: 1881 CEU #: 1882ROOM #: 104PRESENTERS: Adrian Shaun, Goodman Charles, Edwin RedfernIt’s easy to think of discipline as exclusionary strategies such as removing students from class, sending them to the principal, suspending them from school, or proceeding with an expulsion. The goal of this presentation is to focus on proactive strategies using positive behavioral interventions and supports with an intentionally reduced focus on exclusionary methods.Main Presentation Contact: [email protected]

ROOM #: 103PRESENTERS: Christy Matkovich, Rahsaan Perry, Jim Wilke, Audrey Siff

This is how our students and teachers use formative assessments to increase student learning.


Instructional Framework for Success Data Decision Making for PBIS/MTSS

CEU #: 1883 CEU #: 1884ROOM #: 106PRESENTERS: Norma Smith, Dr. Lisa Sessoms

Analyzing school discipline data to implement PBIS strategies within the 3 MTSS tiers school wide and to recognize trends within different subgroups to improve school culture.


ROOM #: 105PRESENTER: Erik Lowry

This presentation will provide a view of an Instructional Framework that can be used in schools to help increase student performance on SC mandated assessments such as SCREADY and SCPASS.


Shhhh! They Think They're Playing But They're Really Learning

"Don't Make Me Pull This Classroom Over!" - Simple Ways to Manage Your Classroom

CEU #: 1885 CEU #: 1886ROOM #: 202PRESENTERS: Michelle Meloon, Meri Heather Scton

From seating charts to group work, managing a classroom requires attention to details. Participants of this workshop will leave with practical ideas for how to manage their classroom.


ROOM #: 107PRESENTERS: Nnenna Anoruo, Trynee Thomas

Student engagement is the key to content mastery and academic excellence. Attendees will leave with several new engaging strategies to implement and hands on material to use in their classrooms that ensure 100% engagement.










Connecting Children's Literature to Middle Grades Math Small Steps to Small Groups

CEU #: 1887ROOM #: 203PRESENTER: Candice Brucke

Presenter will share 100+ popular children’s books to use in middle grades math classes and connect them to math standards. Free lesson plans/activities, book list, rubrics, prizes and lots of giggles.


CEU #: 1888ROOM #: 204PRESENTERS: Candace Lett, Nichole Criminger

Learn a set of simple steps to implementing small groups in your ELA or math classroom. You will live the experience of sorting student work and planning instruction.


The Rebl Way- It's Our Mindset, Whats Yours? The Disciplinary Literacy Playbook

CEU #: 1889 CEU #: 1890ROOM #: 206PRESENTERS: Marie Russ, Jason Yaman

This session will take a deep dive into how purposeful integration of literacy into content area classrooms help all students read, think, and write like experts and meet the demands of the 21st century learner.


ROOM #: 205PRESENTERS: Deedee Westwood, Jeff Walker, Beverly Wood, Les ArkinMid-Carolina Middle School believes that fostering social, emotional, academic and physical development is key in helping students realize their full potential. Through various school strategies, students believe that EVERYTHING IS POSSIBLE when you are 100% ACCOUNTABLE and put PASSION FIRST. Through school-wide LIVE TO GIVE Projects, students understand the TIME IS NOW to have an ATTITUDE OF GRATITUDE and see how WE ARE CONNECTED. In cooperation with the 7 Mindsets University, MCMS has developed the Rebel Way to provide students and staff with a blueprint for success in and out of school.








In-School Suspension...Is there a purpose? Questioning Strategies That Make Students Think

CEU #: 1891ROOM #: 207PRESENTER: Karon Dailey

Tired of seeing the same students in in-school suspension over and over? Learn strategies and procedures to decrease repeat offenders. Why take students from instruction for an entire day?


CEU #: 1892ROOM #: 208PRESENTER: Mary Ayres

In this session learn how to ask meaningful, higher order questions that engage students who in turn answer and ask meaningful, engaging questions. As educators we want students to ask questions and to think for themselves. You will learn what the research says about asking questions, learn how to ask better questions, and learn six questioning strategies for the individual student and for groups.


Learning Is Lit!

CEU #: 1893ROOM #: 209PRESENTERS: Lyman Dawkins III, Brandon Watkins

Culturally Responsive Practices to Teach, Motivate, and Engage Under-Performing, African American Students.






MARCH 2, 2019 TABLE TOP SESSIONSESSION V: 4:30 – 5:15



Top i c 1: Become a National Geographic Certified Educator! Carley Lovorn– [email protected] us to learn about National Geographic's free Educator Certification Program. Complete Phase 1 in this session, diving into resources that will fit into your planned curriculum. Certified educators receive special access to National Geographic education resources, including travel fellowships, and an online community of like-minded peers.

Top i c 2 : Developing a Culture for Discourse in the Math Classroom Sandra Ammons– [email protected] will get an overview of the various types of discourse in the math classroom and experience strategies for implementation.

Top i c 3 : Engage to Excel: Resources for Middle Level Educators Linda Heimburger- [email protected] content and tools to engage middle level students. Help them get excited about planning projects and completing assignments. Discus - South Carolina's Virtual Library is a free, one-stop platform of resources that will engage students to excel.

Top i c 4 : Engaging Review Stephen Corsini, Dr. Chris Turpin- [email protected]

Come have fun while you learn some great ways to review content with your students. Several engaging review strategies will be shared, many of which require no technology at all.






MARCH 2, 2019 TABLE TOP SESSIONSESSION V: 4:30 – 5:15



Top i c 5 : The 50% policy: Are we giving students unearned credit? Stephen Bismarck, Dr. Walter Lee - [email protected] 50% policy mandates that students receive no less than 50% on assignments. Participants will examine the historical, mathematical, and motivational implications of the 50% policy. Evaluation, grading, and validity will also be discussed.

Top i c 6: Lead. Empower. Advocate. Develop. (L.E.A.D.) P. Sloan Joseph - [email protected] schools prioritize the development of their instructional leaders. In this session, the presenter shares how the L.E.A.D. Institute and The Inquiry Cycle improved her ability to support teachers and improve student achievement.

Topic 7: Let's Talk About The Hate U Give Dr. Deborah McMurtrie, Kelsey Spurlin- [email protected] on the book The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas, this interactive, high energy presentation will test your reactions to stereotypes and reveal your true thoughts and feelings as we wrestle with situational scenarios.

Topic 8: Exploring Controversial Topics in a Culturally Responsive Lesson Dr. Deborah McMurtrie, Briante Perkins - [email protected] session will model a culturally responsive lesson on The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas. We will share strategies for facilitating open and honest discussions on controversial themes presented in the text.






2019 SC-AMLE AWARD WINNERSD r . R a ndy Wa l l D i s t i ngui s hed

S e r vice A w a r d The South Carolina Association for Middle Level Education (SC-AMLE) established the Dr. Randy Wall Distinguished Service Award to honor the work of Dr. Wall. Dr. Wall was passionate about middle level education, having served as a middle level teacher and administrator and serving the South Carolina Middle School Association as the first president to serve a two-year term.

Dr. Wall was also instrumental in helping South Carolina become a nationally recognized Schools to Watch state. The Dr. Randy Wall Distinguished Service Award recognizes significant contribution(s) of an individual, school, or organization. The winner must exhibit a considerable, long-term impact on the advancement of middle level education in South Carolina. The contribution could be in one or more of the following areas: service, leadership, and/or research.

2019 Recipient:


2019 SC-AMLE AWARD WINNERSDr. Jenn i f er W il s on Teachi n g

E x cell e nce Aw a r d The South Carolina Association of Middle Level Education established theDr. Jennifer L. Wilson Teaching Excellence Award to honor the work of Dr. Wilson after her untimely death on August 28, 2011. Dr. Wilson was an associate professor of middle level education and literacy at the University of South Carolina who was well known throughout the state and nation as a passionate teacher and a tireless advocate for young

adolescent education.Dr. Wilson was a 2008–2009 Fulbright scholar in Norway, director of the Santee-Wateree Writing Project, and founder of the nonprofit organization “A Chance through Literacy.” She served the SC-AMLE as editor of the SC-AMLE Journal and as a board member, and she was actively involved in the work of the Middle Level Teacher Education Initiative sponsored by the SC-AMLE. The Dr. Jennifer L. Wilson Teaching Excellence Award recognizes significant contributions of a classroom teacher, literacy leader, or teacher educator who has had a significant long-term impact on the advancement of middle level teaching excellence in South Carolina schools or colleges and universities. The contribution may be in service, leadership, and/or research.

2019 Recipient:


PAST SC – AMLE PRESIDENTSYears of Service President Years of Service President

1977-78 Mr. Larry Bolchoz 1994-95 Ms. Toni Enloe

1978-79 Dr. Mike Miller 1995-96 Mr. Garland Crump

1979-80 Dr. David Vickery 1996-97 Mr. Wendell Shealy

1980-81 Dr. Bobbie McEntire Parrish 1997-98 Ms. Jaci Bearden

1981-82 Dr. Bill Bruce 1998-99 Ms. Rebecca Lawson

1982-83 Dr. Bill Williams 1999-2000 Mr. Richard Griffin

1983-84 Mr. Charles Bright 2000-01 Mr. Dan Murphy

1984-85 Dr. Phyllis Pendarvis 2001-02 Dr. Mark Bunch

1985-86 Dr. Charles Gatch 2002-03 Ms. Janice Jackson

1986-87 Dr. David Ledbetter 2003-04 Ms. Linda Allen

1987-88 Ms. Molly Kuntz 2004-05 Ms. Lillie Lewis

1988-89 Mr. Earl Rankin 2005-07 Dr. Randy Wall

1989-90 Mr. Claude Underwood 2007-09 Ms. Angie Rye

1990-91 Mr. Franklin Smalls 2009-11 Ms. Kelly Kane

1991-92 Mr. Johnny Calder 2011-13 Ms. Rita Mantooth

1992-93 Dr. Robert Heath 2013-15 Ms. Melissa Mitchum

1993-94 Ms. Jo Hecker 2015-17 Dr. David McDonald

1994-95 Ms. Debbie Willingham


SCHOOLS TO WATCHNe w ly D e s ign a t ed Camden Middle School, Kershaw County School District Riverside Middle School, Anderson School District 4

R e - D e s ign a t ion 1 Springfield Middle School, Fort Mill School District

R e - D e s ign a t ion 2 Dutchman Creek Middle School, York School District 3South Middle, Lancaster County School District

R e - D e s ign a t ion 4 Lugoff-Elgin Middle School, Kershaw County School District

In addition to the schools above, these schools are also STW:

Blythewood Middle School Landrum Middle SchoolCampobello-Gramling School League Middle SchoolCastle Heights Middle School Mabry Middle SchoolC.E. Williams Middle School McCracken Middle SchoolChapin Middle School Mid-Carolina MiddleCollege Park Middle School Palmetto Middle SchoolCrayton Middle School Springfield Middle SchoolFulmer Middle School St. James Middle School

Schools to Watch® is an initiative launched by the National Forum to Accelerate Middle-GradesReform in 1999.Through the Schools to Watch® initiative, the National Forum identifies schools across the United States that are well on their way to meeting the Forum’s criteria for high performance. Forum members believe that three things are true of high-performing middle-grades schools:•They are academically excellent — these schools challenge all students

to use their minds well.•They are developmentally responsive — these schools are sensitive to the unique developmental challenges of early adolescence.•They are socially equitable — these schools are democratic andfair, providing every student with high-quality teachers, resources, and supports.•To achieve this level of performance, high-performing schools establish norms, structures, and organizational arrangements to support and sustain their trajectory toward excellence. They have a sense of purpose that drives every facet of practice and decision-making.


SC-AMLE 2019Conference Renewal Credit Certification

March 1-3, 2019Name___________________________________________ Phone___________________________________

School__________________________________________ Email____________________________________

Address_________________________________________ School District_____________________________

City________________ State_________ Zip Code______________________________

Complete this grid to plan your schedule for certification of credit renewal credits.

March 1, 2019 Session Name Topic/Title Room # CEU # # Minutes

SCPoMLE 1899

Middle-level Institute 1900

March 2, 2018 Session Name Topic/Title Room # CEU # # Minutes

Keynote-General Session I

1896

Concurrent Session I

Lunch & Learn 1897

Concurrent Session II

Concurrent Session III

Concurrent Session IV

Concurrent Session V

Review of Exhibits 1895 60

March 3, 2018 Session Name Topic / Title Room # CEU # # Minutes

Keynotes-General Session II

1898

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To calculate points, divide the total minutes by 60.Assurance of Accuracy: Please sign and date this form to affirm the accuracy of your participation and the renewal credits accrued.

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