Monday+Session+5

= Session Five Late Afternoon =

79. Cyber Bullying
Cyber bullying can be defined as willful and repeated harm inflicted through the use of computers, cell phones, and other electronic devices. Dream Builders Communication Inc. will explore bullying prevention in the days of the internet. We will share strategies of what to look for if a student is being cyber bullied, or bullying. Also, how we can educate students on what to do when this happens to them. DBC will also share creative ways to incorporate today’s technology in the classroom in order to increase participation, and build rapport with the student, parents, and the community.

80. Success for All—One Child at a Time!
Lincolnton Middle School is one of the most diverse schools in the state with 33 indicators and 8 subgroups under NCLB. Come hear about how our school went from years of sanctions to finally meeting AYP two years in a row and achieving School of Distinction status last year.

81. Don’t Dismiss the Power of the “Glue”
Those seemingly insignificant words and phrases—are they significant? ABSOLUTELY! We so frequently dismiss their power and function. Attend this session and experience an epiphany about the importance of varied and appropriate transitional devices in reading and writing.

82. Best Kept Secret in Education-Part Two
Sharon and Lynn are back with more new and exciting ways to make your classroom a positive place to be. We will revisit some old standbys such as row games, and we will share with you our newest love- FISH. Come by and CATCH a new attitude.

83. What Do I Do When They Finish Work Early?
Have you ever wondered what to do next with early finishers? Attend this session to receive a wealth of anchor activities to keep them going while waiting for others to finish. Anchor activities provide extension, enrichment, or practice of key concepts and skills covered. Participants will walk away with ready-to-use activities for any classroom setting.

84. CMLA Leadership Summit
Future middle level teachers and CMLA members are invited to attend a “summit” where pre-service teachers will meet as future teacher leaders to share their ideas about impacting education in North Carolina, establish a network for future leaders by setting up CMLA contacts, blogs, etc., and sharing ideas they have for working effectively as North Carolina CMLA chapters.

85. From the Dictionary to the NC End of Grade: Write, Learn, and Listen
This presentation will share lessons using dictionary (yes, the book) skills and vocabulary that will enhance classroom instruction. The integration of children's books will strengthen the vocabulary lesson. Participants will receive a handout consisting of a semester of vocabulary lessons. The session will include demonstrations, modeling, and interaction.

86. Multi-Genre Writing in the Content Area
Multi-genre writing gets students to explore a topic from many angles: first-hand account, website, poem, blog, email, news article, advertisement, etc. It gives students the opportunity to showcase their writing skills and learn new skills. It moves beyond the five-paragraph essay to writing that mirrors their world.

87. Building Classroom Assessments for Success in Social Studies
You’ve taught it, but not sure they got it? Come to this session, presented by NCDPI Middle Grades Social Studies Consultants, to learn how to develop effective classroom assessments that are aligned to the NC Standard Course of Study. Strategies and resources will be shared.

88. The Importance of “Why” in Positive School Discipline
One of the major hindrances to instructional time and effectiveness is the time invested by teachers doing discipline. In a study in 2004 called Teaching Interrupted 77% of teachers admitted that their teaching would be a lot more effective if they did not have to deal with disruptive students. Often discipline is unsuccessful with many offenders and offenses being repeated. Schools are forced to spend money on in school suspension and detention programs that fail to correct the problem. This program provides a cost effective way to increase instructional time and provide real life problem solving.

89. What is the “Q” Measure on the Student End-of-Year Reports?
North Carolina is reporting a Quantile (Q) measure for every student who takes an EOG/EOC mathematics test. This Quantile measure empowers teachers to target instruction, forecast student performance, and identifies the skill demand. The Quantile Framework is aligned to the NCSCS in mathematics for grades K-11. Free resources will be provided.

90. iGen, Digital Natives, & HOMELANDERS: What Every Educator N2K About “Gen Z”
They’re the first generation BORN into digital technology. They are a generation that does not know life without Homeland Security, iPads, cell phones, and even E-Bay:) And this generation is next in line to fill our classrooms and playgrounds... while their Boomer and Gen X/Y parents and caretakers navigate a whole new world of internet safety, academic accountability, and kid-focused marketing trends. Don't miss this cutting edge and rapid-paced workshop as we are introduced to the next greatest generation - Generation Z!

91. Beyond A.R.: Strategies for Building Life long Readers
What this is: An opportunity to collect strategies that build lifelong readers! What this is NOT: An A.R. bashing session! Strategies to motivate readers will be presented, but group discussion and sharing will be facilitated as well. Bring your best ideas, and let's share!

92. Developmental Change + Social Stress = MAJOR DRAMA
You know this equation - and how it affects the way our teens learn and the way our teachers teach. Michelle's program shows teachers how to empower their students to deal with the middle school issues that preoccupy their minds, so they can get back to learning.

93. i3 Grant Meeting
An update and networking session for those schools involved in NCMSA's i3 grant project.

94. Virtual Reality, Virtual Discipline!
Do you struggle with a school-wide discipline policy? Can you track student behavior from one class to another? Do all teachers follow the same procedures? Come see our creative, innovative, user-friendly, online, real-time behavior management system which uses commonly available classroom technology.

95. Engage and Inspire Diverse Classrooms with Hands-on Learning
Qwizdom combines standards based RF technology with online assessment, curriculum and content sharing software to provide a complete instructional solution for the classroom. Using Qwizdom’s RF remotes learn how lessons, quizzes and review games are presented with the instructor remote, and how students will be able to answer questions.

96. Rigorous Schools and Classrooms: Leading the Way
Educators have come to appreciate the importance of rigorous and challenging experiences for students. However, leading teachers to increase rigor in the classroom is a challenge. In this session, we’ll discuss the definition of rigor, immediate ways to increase rigor in a school, and a COMPASS of leadership tools that principals can immediately use to increase rigor in their schools.

97. CPR- Collaborative Planning to Reach Goals
Do your lessons need CPR? Come and find out how collaborative planning can change the way you teach! We will show you how to implement a cohesive planning team that works to create innovative, fresh lessons. If you find yourself struggling to plan for tomorrow, this session is for you!