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Tuesday, July 21
 

8:20am EDT

Superintendent's Welcome
Tuesday July 21, 2026 8:20am - 8:30am EDT
Pike Performing Arts Center
Speakers
DL

Dr. Larry Young

Superintendent, MSD of Pike Township
Tuesday July 21, 2026 8:20am - 8:30am EDT
Pike Performing Arts Center
  PK-12, All content areas

8:30am EDT

Keynote Address
Tuesday July 21, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
Pike Performing Arts Center

Speakers
avatar for Kareem Weaver

Kareem Weaver

Co-Founder & Executive Director, Fulcrum Literacy
Kareem is the Co-Founder & Executive Director of FULCRUM. He is an award-winning educator and community advocate with extensive experience leading schools and systems in district, juvenile justice, and managed-care settings. His advocacy is featured in the 2023 documentary The R... Read More →
Tuesday July 21, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
Pike Performing Arts Center
  PK-12, All content areas

9:45am EDT

Co-teaching (Parallel and Alternative Teaching Models)
Tuesday July 21, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
X207
This professional learning session will focus on strengthening effective co-teaching practices through the models of Alternative Teaching and Parallel Teaching. Participants will explore how both approaches can increase student engagement, provide targeted support, and improve access to grade-level instruction within the least restrictive environment. The session will include practical examples, collaborative planning strategies, and intentional differentiation techniques designed to meet diverse learner needs while maximizing the impact of both educators in the classroom.
Speakers
avatar for Katie Mosley

Katie Mosley

TA Specialist, Indiana IEP TA Center
avatar for Niki Avina

Niki Avina

TA Specialist, Indiana IEP TA Center

Tuesday July 21, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
X207
  PK-12, ExL

9:45am EDT

IA/Teacher Training - Supporting Classroom Management in ELA Classrooms
Tuesday July 21, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
P113
Instructional Assistants are often the steady presence students rely on during reading and writing time and a key partner for teachers to help keep learning on track. So what does strong support from an instructional assistant look like in literacy instruction? In this session, participants will explore practical ways instructional assistants can reinforce routines, support student behavior, and keep learners engaged during ELA content, helping create more focused, productive classroom environments where literacy learning can thrive.
Speakers
avatar for Jessica Miller

Jessica Miller

Professional Learning Specialist, CIESC
Jessica is currently a Professional Learning Specialist with Keep Indiana Learning, a Department of CIESC, and supports teachers, schools, and districts in the areas of math and instructional coaching. Jessica has been in the field of education since 2008. She earned her Bachelor’s... Read More →
avatar for Morgan Mason

Morgan Mason

Professional Learning Specialist, Keep Indiana Learning, CIESC
Morgan Mason began teaching in 2015, serving grades 1, 3, and 4 before transitioning to instructional coaching. She supports teachers and schools with professional development in literacy practices, Science of Reading implementation, and early learning development. She earned her... Read More →
Tuesday July 21, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
P113
  PK-12, ELA

9:45am EDT

Stop the Bleed
Tuesday July 21, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
Z202
Speakers
MC
Tuesday July 21, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
Z202
  PK-12, All content areas

11:00am EDT

IA/Teacher Training - Supporting Classroom Management in ELA Classrooms
Tuesday July 21, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
P113
Instructional Assistants are often the steady presence students rely on during reading and writing time and a key partner for teachers to help keep learning on track. So what does strong support from an instructional assistant look like in literacy instruction? In this session, participants will explore practical ways instructional assistants can reinforce routines, support student behavior, and keep learners engaged during ELA content, helping create more focused, productive classroom environments where literacy learning can thrive.
Speakers
avatar for Jessica Miller

Jessica Miller

Professional Learning Specialist, CIESC
Jessica is currently a Professional Learning Specialist with Keep Indiana Learning, a Department of CIESC, and supports teachers, schools, and districts in the areas of math and instructional coaching. Jessica has been in the field of education since 2008. She earned her Bachelor’s... Read More →
avatar for Morgan Mason

Morgan Mason

Professional Learning Specialist, Keep Indiana Learning, CIESC
Morgan Mason began teaching in 2015, serving grades 1, 3, and 4 before transitioning to instructional coaching. She supports teachers and schools with professional development in literacy practices, Science of Reading implementation, and early learning development. She earned her... Read More →
Tuesday July 21, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
P113
  PK-12, ELA

11:00am EDT

Stop the Bleed
Tuesday July 21, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Z202
Speakers
MC
Tuesday July 21, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Z202
  PK-12, All content areas

11:00am EDT

Track it, Teach it, Document It
Tuesday July 21, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
X209
This professional learning session will focus on practical systems for collecting meaningful student data in real time while maintaining consistent documentation of IEP service delivery and accommodations. Participants will explore efficient strategies for progress monitoring, creating sustainable documentation routines, and establishing a clear cadence for recording supports and services throughout instruction. The session will provide tools and examples designed to streamline compliance practices while supporting informed instructional decision-making and student growth.
Speakers
avatar for Patrick McGinley

Patrick McGinley

TA Specialist, Indiana IEP TA Center

Tuesday July 21, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
X209
  PK-12, ExL

1:15pm EDT

Co-teaching (Parallel and Alternative Teaching Models)
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
X207
This professional learning session will focus on strengthening effective co-teaching practices through the models of Alternative Teaching and Parallel Teaching. Participants will explore how both approaches can increase student engagement, provide targeted support, and improve access to grade-level instruction within the least restrictive environment. The session will include practical examples, collaborative planning strategies, and intentional differentiation techniques designed to meet diverse learner needs while maximizing the impact of both educators in the classroom.
Speakers
avatar for Katie Mosley

Katie Mosley

TA Specialist, Indiana IEP TA Center
avatar for Niki Avina

Niki Avina

TA Specialist, Indiana IEP TA Center

Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
X207
  PK-12, ExL

1:15pm EDT

Creative Restoration Experience
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
W204
A guided experience for release, reflection, and realignment
Staff are navigating constant demand, emotional labor, and cognitive overload. These sessions create intentional space to pause, reset, and return to their work with clarity and energy.
Participants can expect guided reflection, creative expression (no artistic experience needed), and practical tools to support ongoing well-being beyond the session.
Speakers
avatar for Sherrita Niles

Sherrita Niles

Creative Restoration Strategist, Center for Interfaith Cooperation

Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
W204
  PK-12, All content areas

1:15pm EDT

IA Training - Supporting Instruction in Math Classrooms
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
P113
Instructional Assistants are a powerful support in math classrooms. Students turn to them when they might be feeling uncertain, and teachers rely on them as partners in learning. So how can they best support math instruction? In this session, participants will explore key moves Instructional Assistants can use to support student thinking as they make instruction more accessible and drive learning in meaningful ways.
Speakers
avatar for Jessica Miller

Jessica Miller

Professional Learning Specialist, CIESC
Jessica is currently a Professional Learning Specialist with Keep Indiana Learning, a Department of CIESC, and supports teachers, schools, and districts in the areas of math and instructional coaching. Jessica has been in the field of education since 2008. She earned her Bachelor’s... Read More →
avatar for Morgan Mason

Morgan Mason

Professional Learning Specialist, Keep Indiana Learning, CIESC
Morgan Mason began teaching in 2015, serving grades 1, 3, and 4 before transitioning to instructional coaching. She supports teachers and schools with professional development in literacy practices, Science of Reading implementation, and early learning development. She earned her... Read More →
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
P113
  PK-12, Math

2:30pm EDT

Creative Restoration Experience
Tuesday July 21, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
W204
A guided experience for release, reflection, and realignment
Staff are navigating constant demand, emotional labor, and cognitive overload. These sessions create intentional space to pause, reset, and return to their work with clarity and energy.
Participants can expect guided reflection, creative expression (no artistic experience needed), and practical tools to support ongoing well-being beyond the session.
Speakers
avatar for Sherrita Niles

Sherrita Niles

Creative Restoration Strategist, Center for Interfaith Cooperation

Tuesday July 21, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
W204
  PK-12, All content areas

2:30pm EDT

IA Training - Supporting Instruction in Math Classrooms
Tuesday July 21, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
P113
Instructional Assistants are a powerful support in math classrooms. Students turn to them when they might be feeling uncertain, and teachers rely on them as partners in learning. So how can they best support math instruction? In this session, participants will explore key moves Instructional Assistants can use to support student thinking as they make instruction more accessible and drive learning in meaningful ways.
Speakers
avatar for Jessica Miller

Jessica Miller

Professional Learning Specialist, CIESC
Jessica is currently a Professional Learning Specialist with Keep Indiana Learning, a Department of CIESC, and supports teachers, schools, and districts in the areas of math and instructional coaching. Jessica has been in the field of education since 2008. She earned her Bachelor’s... Read More →
avatar for Morgan Mason

Morgan Mason

Professional Learning Specialist, Keep Indiana Learning, CIESC
Morgan Mason began teaching in 2015, serving grades 1, 3, and 4 before transitioning to instructional coaching. She supports teachers and schools with professional development in literacy practices, Science of Reading implementation, and early learning development. She earned her... Read More →
Tuesday July 21, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
P113
  PK-12, Math

2:30pm EDT

Track it, Teach it, Document It
Tuesday July 21, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
X209
This professional learning session will focus on practical systems for collecting meaningful student data in real time while maintaining consistent documentation of IEP service delivery and accommodations. Participants will explore efficient strategies for progress monitoring, creating sustainable documentation routines, and establishing a clear cadence for recording supports and services throughout instruction. The session will provide tools and examples designed to streamline compliance practices while supporting informed instructional decision-making and student growth.
Speakers
avatar for Patrick McGinley

Patrick McGinley

TA Specialist, Indiana IEP TA Center

Tuesday July 21, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
X209
  PK-12, ExL
 
Wednesday, July 22
 

8:15am EDT

Mastering Digital Accessibility in Pike-Review and Work Time
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:15am - 10:45am EDT
P106
This session is focused on ensuring all students and families can access your digital content in alignment with the new DOJ requirements and WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards. We will review the core "must-dos" for educators, including adding alt-text to images, utilizing proper heading structures, and ensuring high-contrast colors and fonts in your materials. During the session, we will provide live demonstrations on how to use the built-in Course Accessibility Tool to audit your Canvas pages and how to build ParentSquare templates that are fully accessible for all families. The remainder of the time is yours to apply these practices to your own digital resources with instructional technology specialists on hand to answer specific questions and provide personalized support. Please bring your laptop and a sample of your current digital materials to work on during this collaborative workshop.
Speakers
avatar for Audrey Cope

Audrey Cope

District Technology Integrator, MSD of Pike Township
Audrey Cope is the District Technology Integrator in Pike Township in Indianapolis, Indiana. She taught Kindergarten and first grade for 14 years and spent 5 years as a Media Specialist at Central Elementary assisting teachers with technology training, inquiry project and developing... Read More →
avatar for Nicole Faulkner

Nicole Faulkner

Navigation Specialist, MSD of Pike Township
This is a test.
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:15am - 10:45am EDT
P106
  PK-12, All content areas

12:15pm EDT

Building Performance Improvement Plans
Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
P106
Creating an improvement plan that clearly identifies teacher needs and establishes targeted goals to support professional growth, instructional development, and continued improvement.
Speakers
MM

Michael McPeak

Uniserv Director, Indiana State Teachers Association
Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
P106
  PK-12, Admin

12:15pm EDT

Classroom Organization and Management
Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
Q114
Practical strategies, routines, and frameworks to help teachers build positive, supportive classrooms where students feel safe, connected, and ready to learn.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Carl Blythe

Dr. Carl Blythe

Principal, MSD of Lawrence Township

Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
Q114
  PK-12, All content areas

12:15pm EDT

Creative Restoration Experience
Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
W204
A guided experience for release, reflection, and realignment
Staff are navigating constant demand, emotional labor, and cognitive overload. These sessions create intentional space to pause, reset, and return to their work with clarity and energy.
Participants can expect guided reflection, creative expression (no artistic experience needed), and practical tools to support ongoing well-being beyond the session.
Speakers
avatar for Sherrita Niles

Sherrita Niles

Creative Restoration Strategist, Center for Interfaith Cooperation

Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
W204
  PK-12, All content areas

12:15pm EDT

IA/Teacher Training - Supporting Instruction in ELA Classrooms
Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
P113
Instructional Assistants are essential partners in supporting high-quality ELA instruction. Working alongside teachers, they provide targeted support to students during reading and writing, helping to reinforce skills, clarify learning, and make instruction more accessible in real time. During this session, participants will explore a variety of ways Instructional Assistants can support small groups, respond to student thinking, and reinforce key literacy skills, which will ultimately help to deepen student understanding and maximize learning during ELA instruction.
Speakers
avatar for Jessica Miller

Jessica Miller

Professional Learning Specialist, CIESC
Jessica is currently a Professional Learning Specialist with Keep Indiana Learning, a Department of CIESC, and supports teachers, schools, and districts in the areas of math and instructional coaching. Jessica has been in the field of education since 2008. She earned her Bachelor’s... Read More →
avatar for Morgan Mason

Morgan Mason

Professional Learning Specialist, Keep Indiana Learning, CIESC
Morgan Mason began teaching in 2015, serving grades 1, 3, and 4 before transitioning to instructional coaching. She supports teachers and schools with professional development in literacy practices, Science of Reading implementation, and early learning development. She earned her... Read More →
Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
P113
  PK-12, ELA

1:30pm EDT

Building Performance Improvement Plans
Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
P106
Creating an improvement plan that clearly identifies teacher needs and establishes targeted goals to support professional growth, instructional development, and continued improvement.
Speakers
MM

Michael McPeak

Uniserv Director, Indiana State Teachers Association
Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
P106
  PK-12, Admin

1:30pm EDT

Classroom Organization and Management
Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Q114
Practical strategies, routines, and frameworks to help teachers build positive, supportive classrooms where students feel safe, connected, and ready to learn.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Carl Blythe

Dr. Carl Blythe

Principal, MSD of Lawrence Township

Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Q114
  PK-12, All content areas

1:30pm EDT

Creative Restoration Experience
Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
W204
A guided experience for release, reflection, and realignment
Staff are navigating constant demand, emotional labor, and cognitive overload. These sessions create intentional space to pause, reset, and return to their work with clarity and energy.
Participants can expect guided reflection, creative expression (no artistic experience needed), and practical tools to support ongoing well-being beyond the session.
Speakers
avatar for Sherrita Niles

Sherrita Niles

Creative Restoration Strategist, Center for Interfaith Cooperation

Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
W204
  PK-12, All content areas

1:30pm EDT

IA/Teacher Training - Supporting Instruction in ELA Classrooms
Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
P113
Instructional Assistants are essential partners in supporting high-quality ELA instruction. Working alongside teachers, they provide targeted support to students during reading and writing, helping to reinforce skills, clarify learning, and make instruction more accessible in real time. During this session, participants will explore a variety of ways Instructional Assistants can support small groups, respond to student thinking, and reinforce key literacy skills, which will ultimately help to deepen student understanding and maximize learning during ELA instruction.
Speakers
avatar for Jessica Miller

Jessica Miller

Professional Learning Specialist, CIESC
Jessica is currently a Professional Learning Specialist with Keep Indiana Learning, a Department of CIESC, and supports teachers, schools, and districts in the areas of math and instructional coaching. Jessica has been in the field of education since 2008. She earned her Bachelor’s... Read More →
avatar for Morgan Mason

Morgan Mason

Professional Learning Specialist, Keep Indiana Learning, CIESC
Morgan Mason began teaching in 2015, serving grades 1, 3, and 4 before transitioning to instructional coaching. She supports teachers and schools with professional development in literacy practices, Science of Reading implementation, and early learning development. She earned her... Read More →
Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
P113
  PK-12, ELA
 
Thursday, July 23
 

9:30am EDT

IA/Teacher Training - Supporting Classroom Management in Math Classrooms
Thursday July 23, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am EDT
P113
Instructional Assistants are more than a second set of hands—they are teachers in the classroom. In this session, participants will explore how to proactively support classroom management during math instruction. From helping to facilitate student discussion to managing transitions and materials, Instructional Assistants will learn practical ways to support a focused, productive learning environment.
Speakers
avatar for Jessica Miller

Jessica Miller

Professional Learning Specialist, CIESC
Jessica is currently a Professional Learning Specialist with Keep Indiana Learning, a Department of CIESC, and supports teachers, schools, and districts in the areas of math and instructional coaching. Jessica has been in the field of education since 2008. She earned her Bachelor’s... Read More →
avatar for Morgan Mason

Morgan Mason

Professional Learning Specialist, Keep Indiana Learning, CIESC
Morgan Mason began teaching in 2015, serving grades 1, 3, and 4 before transitioning to instructional coaching. She supports teachers and schools with professional development in literacy practices, Science of Reading implementation, and early learning development. She earned her... Read More →
Thursday July 23, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am EDT
P113
  PK-12, Math

10:45am EDT

IA/Teacher Training - Supporting Classroom Management in Math Classrooms
Thursday July 23, 2026 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
P113
Instructional Assistants are more than a second set of hands—they are teachers in the classroom. In this session, participants will explore how to proactively support classroom management during math instruction. From helping to facilitate student discussion to managing transitions and materials, Instructional Assistants will learn practical ways to support a focused, productive learning environment.
Speakers
avatar for Jessica Miller

Jessica Miller

Professional Learning Specialist, CIESC
Jessica is currently a Professional Learning Specialist with Keep Indiana Learning, a Department of CIESC, and supports teachers, schools, and districts in the areas of math and instructional coaching. Jessica has been in the field of education since 2008. She earned her Bachelor’s... Read More →
avatar for Morgan Mason

Morgan Mason

Professional Learning Specialist, Keep Indiana Learning, CIESC
Morgan Mason began teaching in 2015, serving grades 1, 3, and 4 before transitioning to instructional coaching. She supports teachers and schools with professional development in literacy practices, Science of Reading implementation, and early learning development. She earned her... Read More →
Thursday July 23, 2026 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
P113
  PK-12, Math

1:15pm EDT

Mastering Digital Accessibility in Pike-Review and Work Time
Thursday July 23, 2026 1:15pm - 3:45pm EDT
P106
This session is focused on ensuring all students and families can access your digital content in alignment with the new DOJ requirements and WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards. We will review the core "must-dos" for educators, including adding alt-text to images, utilizing proper heading structures, and ensuring high-contrast colors and fonts in your materials. During the session, we will provide live demonstrations on how to use the built-in Course Accessibility Tool to audit your Canvas pages and how to build ParentSquare templates that are fully accessible for all families. The remainder of the time is yours to apply these practices to your own digital resources with instructional technology specialists on hand to answer specific questions and provide personalized support. Please bring your laptop and a sample of your current digital materials to work on during this collaborative workshop.
Speakers
avatar for Audrey Cope

Audrey Cope

District Technology Integrator, MSD of Pike Township
Audrey Cope is the District Technology Integrator in Pike Township in Indianapolis, Indiana. She taught Kindergarten and first grade for 14 years and spent 5 years as a Media Specialist at Central Elementary assisting teachers with technology training, inquiry project and developing... Read More →
avatar for Nicole Faulkner

Nicole Faulkner

Navigation Specialist, MSD of Pike Township
This is a test.
Thursday July 23, 2026 1:15pm - 3:45pm EDT
P106
  PK-12, All content areas
 

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