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T.O.P.S. New Teacher Orientation 2025
Audience: Secondary Teachers clear filter
Wednesday, August 13
 

8:15am CDT

Planning for a Sub
Wednesday August 13, 2025 8:15am - 8:55am CDT
Learn how to create detailed lesson plans, organize materials, and communicate expectations effectively. Equip yourself with the tools and confidence to ensure continuity in student learning even when you're away from the classroom. This session will also feature how AI can be used to help with sub planning.


Planning for a Sub​​​
Wednesday August 13, 2025 8:15am - 8:55am CDT
B312 - JHS

9:00am CDT

PLC
Wednesday August 13, 2025 9:00am - 9:40am CDT
Wednesday August 13, 2025 9:00am - 9:40am CDT
B303 - JHS

9:00am CDT

Canvas (Gradebook setup, messaging, publishing, speed grader)
Wednesday August 13, 2025 9:00am - 9:40am CDT
Canvas is the Joplin Schools Learning Management System (LMS) for grades 6-12. This session will cover the basics of Canvas and provide an opportunity for middle school and high school teachers to meet their building go-to teachers for Canvas.
Speakers
avatar for Cara Clark

Cara Clark

Instructional and Technology Integration Specialist & Educational Prep Specialist
avatar for Laurie Olson

Laurie Olson

Teacher
I am a 6th grade Comm. Arts teacher at NMS. I have been teaching in the district for the last 12 years. I am our buildings Canvas person,  try to stay up on all things Canvas.
Wednesday August 13, 2025 9:00am - 9:40am CDT
B314 - JHS

9:00am CDT

PowerSchool for Secondary
Wednesday August 13, 2025 9:00am - 9:40am CDT
You will learn how to take attendance, use the seating chart (basics), and other features of the Student Information System (SIS) as it pertains to your grade level.
Speakers
Wednesday August 13, 2025 9:00am - 9:40am CDT
B312 - JHS

9:45am CDT

Canvas (Gradebook setup, messaging, publishing, speed grader)
Wednesday August 13, 2025 9:45am - 10:25am CDT
Canvas is the Joplin Schools Learning Management System (LMS) for grades 6-12. This session will cover the basics of Canvas and provide an opportunity for middle school and high school teachers to meet their building go-to teachers for Canvas.
Speakers
avatar for Cara Clark

Cara Clark

Instructional and Technology Integration Specialist & Educational Prep Specialist
avatar for Laurie Olson

Laurie Olson

Teacher
I am a 6th grade Comm. Arts teacher at NMS. I have been teaching in the district for the last 12 years. I am our buildings Canvas person,  try to stay up on all things Canvas.
Wednesday August 13, 2025 9:45am - 10:25am CDT
B314 - JHS

9:45am CDT

High School Principal Q & A
Wednesday August 13, 2025 9:45am - 10:25am CDT
An opportunity to ask your grade level principal questions.
Speakers
avatar for Ed Raschen

Ed Raschen

Student Success Administrator, Joplin High School
Wednesday August 13, 2025 9:45am - 10:25am CDT
B315b - JHS

9:45am CDT

Secondary Classroom Management
Wednesday August 13, 2025 9:45am - 10:25am CDT
This session will cover all the tips and tricks one might need to know to start the year with great classroom management. We will focus on effectively articulating procedures and building healthy classroom culture and relationships early in the semester to maximize teacher/student efficacy throughout the year. 
Speakers
avatar for Lacey Santillan

Lacey Santillan

Art Teacher, Joplin High School
I am starting my 14 year teaching at JHS. I recieved my undergrad at MSSU in 2010. I have my masters in secondary education from PSU and my certificate of graduate studies in art from MSSU. I love teaching secondary art education to students. Their creativity amazes and inspires me... Read More →
Wednesday August 13, 2025 9:45am - 10:25am CDT
B300 - JHS

10:30am CDT

Building Capacity: Even as New Teachers to the District
Wednesday August 13, 2025 10:30am - 11:10am CDT
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Sarah Mwangi

Dr. Sarah Mwangi

Assistant Superintendent of Learning Services
Wednesday August 13, 2025 10:30am - 11:10am CDT
B302 - JHS

10:30am CDT

Middle School Principal Q & A
Wednesday August 13, 2025 10:30am - 11:10am CDT
An opportunity to ask your grade level principal questions.
Speakers
avatar for Tracy Newell

Tracy Newell

Principal, North Middle School
avatar for Jacob Williams

Jacob Williams

Principal, Joplin Schools
Wednesday August 13, 2025 10:30am - 11:10am CDT
B314 - JHS

10:30am CDT

Secondary Classroom Management
Wednesday August 13, 2025 10:30am - 11:10am CDT
This session will cover all the tips and tricks one might need to know to start the year with great classroom management. We will focus on effectively articulating procedures and building healthy classroom culture and relationships early in the semester to maximize teacher/student efficacy throughout the year.
Speakers
avatar for Lacey Santillan

Lacey Santillan

Art Teacher, Joplin High School
I am starting my 14 year teaching at JHS. I recieved my undergrad at MSSU in 2010. I have my masters in secondary education from PSU and my certificate of graduate studies in art from MSSU. I love teaching secondary art education to students. Their creativity amazes and inspires me... Read More →
Wednesday August 13, 2025 10:30am - 11:10am CDT
B300 - JHS

12:35pm CDT

How to Win Students and Influence Behaviors
Wednesday August 13, 2025 12:35pm - 1:20pm CDT
Join this roundtable to explore practical strategies for fostering strong relationships with students, creating a positive classroom culture, and getting to know your students on a deeper level. Share your experiences, ask questions, and gather tips on cultivating trust, encouraging engagement, and personalizing interactions to make a meaningful impact on student success. This session is ideal for secondary educators seeking to enhance connection and community in their classrooms.
Speakers
Wednesday August 13, 2025 12:35pm - 1:20pm CDT
B300 - JHS

1:25pm CDT

Canvas Q & A
Wednesday August 13, 2025 1:25pm - 2:05pm CDT
Canvas is the Joplin Schools Learning Management System (LMS) for grades 6-12. This session will cover the basics of Canvas and provide an opportunity for middle school and high school teachers to meet their building go-to teachers for Canvas.
Speakers
avatar for Laurie Olson

Laurie Olson

Teacher
I am a 6th grade Comm. Arts teacher at NMS. I have been teaching in the district for the last 12 years. I am our buildings Canvas person,  try to stay up on all things Canvas.
Wednesday August 13, 2025 1:25pm - 2:05pm CDT
B315b - JHS

2:10pm CDT

Engagement Strategies
Wednesday August 13, 2025 2:10pm - 2:50pm CDT
In this interactive and dynamic professional development session, teachers will explore a variety of effective strategies designed to boost student engagement in the classroom. Understanding that engaged students are more likely to retain information, participate actively, and develop a love for learning, this session aims to equip educators with practical tools and techniques that can be immediately implemented.

Engagement Strategies Presentation​​​
Speakers
avatar for Nicole Peters

Nicole Peters

8th Grade Math & Algebra 1, MS Math Department Head
I coach middle school cross country and high school track. My husband and I have three boys in elementary school. 
Wednesday August 13, 2025 2:10pm - 2:50pm CDT
B305 - JHS

2:10pm CDT

RTI
Wednesday August 13, 2025 2:10pm - 2:50pm CDT
Wednesday August 13, 2025 2:10pm - 2:50pm CDT
B315b - JHS

2:10pm CDT

REPLACE
Wednesday August 13, 2025 2:10pm - 2:50pm CDT
An overview of strategies for EL students in a middle or high school general education classroom, including content areas in science and math. 
Wednesday August 13, 2025 2:10pm - 2:50pm CDT
B303 - JHS

2:10pm CDT

PowerSchool for Secondary
Wednesday August 13, 2025 2:10pm - 2:50pm CDT
You will learn how to take attendance, use the seating chart (basics), and other features of the Student Information System (SIS) as it pertains to the secondary grade levels.
Speakers
Wednesday August 13, 2025 2:10pm - 2:50pm CDT
B302 - JHS
 
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