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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.
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!
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!
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.
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 →
David will be hosting a panel of Experts from Partner Districts; join us as they explore how Curriculum Associates and i-Ready is enriching the lives of their leaders, educators, and students through Assessment, Core, and Services.
Founded in 1969, Curriculum Associates, LLC designs research-based print and online instructional materials, screens and assessments, and data management tools. The company's products and outstanding customer service provide teachers and administrators with the resources necessary... Read More →
Friday August 1, 2025 8:30am - 9:15am CDT Boston Ferry
We all want efficacy in our schools, but are we willing to do what it takes to create it? Are we creating the necessary time and space to design for the sources of efficacy? Are we manipulating the structures we have control over to ensure that talent is maximized and turnover is minimized? Explore one district’s attempt to reorganize time and space to create a collaborative climate and culture that maximizes staff efficacy development by paying attention to the sources that create it.
