2025 Summer Symposium

Struggling with big, bold and disruptive behaviors in the classroom? Don't have time to wait for a Behavior Intervention Plan? Join me to talk about Behavior Support Plans where you can design a plan, apply and document trauma-informed practices, and gather data needed for a possible Behavior Intervention Plan. The best part is it puts a teacher-developed and teacher-controlled plan in place while working in that direction.  

Discover the transformative journey of Summit Academy as they revolutionized their approach to student behavior and disciplinary actions. In a groundbreaking initiative, the school implemented a highly effective reset program that led to a remarkable reduction in student behavior referrals and exclusionary disciplinary measures. At the heart of this success is the establishment of a dedicated reset space, strategically embedded within a framework of de-escalation techniques, restorative practices, and counseling interventions.

By intervening proactively before reaching administrative offices, the reset program has proven instrumental in addressing the needs of at-risk youth. This innovative approach not only mitigates disruptive behaviors but also fosters a supportive environment for students to reset and refocus on their academic and personal growth. The results speak for themselves, as Summit Academy has experienced a substantial shift in the school culture, positioning itself as "Top 8 in the Nation for Exemplary Practices" by the National Alternative Education Association.

Join us to explore the key components of this pioneering reset program, understand the impact on student outcomes, and learn how Summit Academy has set a new standard for disciplinary practices, emphasizing empathy, understanding, and collaboration over punitive measures.

This presentation will provide and educate users on a number of different data tools using Google Sheets and Google Forms. We will look at behavioral data collection tools including Antecedent Behavior Consequence Data, partial interval data, and duration data to both take data and analyze data. These tools will give visual outputs which will allow folks to quickly and easily share data with others.

In the age of social media and AI, students need to develop skills beyond what are traditionally taught in school. Dive into the fascinating world of cognition with our interactive presentation, "Unlocking the Power of the Mind." Explore the 6 higher faculties—reason, intuition, perception, will, memory, and imagination—and learn how they shape our thinking and decision-making. Through engaging activities, discover practical strategies to enhance memory, critical thinking, and creativity. Perfect for educators seeking innovative teaching methods and individuals curious about the inner workings of the mind. Join us on this journey of exploration and empowerment!

Music can be an exceptional tool to use in the classroom -- it can be used to motivate and focus students as well as give them an outlet to express idea, emotions, and cope with stress. This presentation will focus on activities, methods, and ideas to effectively incorporate music in ANY classroom to better the education of students.

Get your groove on and leave with templates for assessments, journal ideas, and QR codes to playlists and videos you can use right away!