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Thursday, July 31
 

10:30am CDT

Building a Better Curriculum: Align, Assess, Achieve
Thursday July 31, 2025 10:30am - 11:15am CDT
A guaranteed and viable curriculum is the foundation of student success, but how do we ensure alignment, meaningful assessment, and impactful instruction? This session will explore a practical, step-by-step approach to curriculum review that prioritizes essential standards, intentional unit planning, and common assessments. Learn how to create clarity, consistency, and collaboration in your curriculum design while keeping student learning at the center. Whether you’re refining an existing curriculum or starting fresh, this session will provide actionable strategies to align, assess, and achieve results. Walk away with tools and insights to build a better curriculum in your school or district.
Speakers
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Tiffany Jones

Secondary Curriculum Specialist, Nixa Public Schools
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Melissa Villanueva

Secondary Curriculum Specialist, Nixa Public Schools
Thursday July 31, 2025 10:30am - 11:15am CDT
Boston Ferry

1:00pm CDT

Community Classes: One Nixa, One Community Learning Together
Thursday July 31, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
Promote community involvement with a strong commitment of learning about Nixa Public Schools community classes. Join us as we provide a one-stop destination for engaging, enjoyable classes and events for all ages by emphasizing learning, growing, and having a great time together. Embrace the spirit of community and fun, welcoming everyone to take part in ONE NIXA!
Speakers
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Brooke Gantt

Professional Learning Specialist, Nixa Schools
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Gearl Loden

Superintendent, Nixa Schools
Thursday July 31, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
Boston Ferry

2:00pm CDT

GOCoach Network
Thursday July 31, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Are you passionate about coaching and supporting others? Are you focused on helping others grow in teaching skills which results in high levels of learning for our students? Our GOCoach Network for instructional coaches or those who assume the responsibilities of this role, provides an opportunity to participate in engaging conversations around pertinent topics in the areas of curriculum, instruction, and assessments. Each session will also share valuable coaching tips and resources. Participate in the GOCoach network and become part of a supportive and inspiring community that's passionate about transforming education. We will meet once each semester in person and once each semester via Zoom to allow more flexibility for schedules. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of our teachers and students!
Speakers
avatar for Brooke Gantt

Brooke Gantt

Professional Learning Specialist, Nixa Schools
Thursday July 31, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Boston Ferry

3:00pm CDT

Building Belonging: Leadership Strategies for Missouri Schools
Thursday July 31, 2025 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
In Missouri schools, strong relationships are the heart of successful leadership. But with today’s growing responsibilities, it can be challenging for leaders to stay connected with every member of their team. This session offers practical, real-world strategies to help superintendents and administrators create a culture where educators feel seen, heard, and supported. Hear from Missouri education leaders as they share how they’re boosting engagement, trust, and recognition through intentional leadership practices and innovative tools like Lebra. Whether you're working to strengthen team culture or improve retention, this conversation will offer insights on how purposeful relationships and technology can help build a more connected and resilient school community.
Speakers
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Nate Lichte

Vice President of K-12 Solutions, Lebra
Lebra is a leadership platform built to help school and district leaders strengthen culture and improve staff engagement through meaningful human connection. Designed with the unique challenges of K–12 in mind—like staffing shortages, tight budgets, and burnout—Lebra gives superintendents... Read More →
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Tyler Overstreet

Assistant Superintendent, Republic School District
Thursday July 31, 2025 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
Boston Ferry
 
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