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T.O.P.S. New Teacher Orientation 2025
Subject: Classroom Instruction clear filter
Wednesday, August 13
 

8:15am CDT

Professionalism with Principals
Wednesday August 13, 2025 8:15am - 8:55am CDT
B314 - JHS
Speakers
avatar for Paul Gipson

Paul Gipson

Assistant Principal
avatar for Heather Surbrugg

Heather Surbrugg

Elementary Principal, Joplin Schools
Wednesday August 13, 2025 8:15am - 8:55am CDT
B314 - JHS
  All Teachers

8:15am CDT

The IEP Experience: Bridging Gen Ed. and SPED
Wednesday August 13, 2025 8:15am - 8:55am CDT
B315b - JHS
Understanding an IEP document and experiencing a student-focused, mock IEP meeting that will ensure all parties have meaningful participation, which is modeled after DESE best practices.  Special education teachers and regular education teachers all play a role in this important process. 
Speakers
avatar for Hannah New

Hannah New

Curriculum Coordinator SPED, Joplin Schools
avatar for Bethany Shultz
avatar for Stacey Tracy

Stacey Tracy

Director of Special Education, Joplin School District
Wednesday August 13, 2025 8:15am - 8:55am CDT
B315b - JHS
  All Teachers

8:15am CDT

EdPrep Specialists - Elementary
Wednesday August 13, 2025 8:15am - 8:55am CDT
B305 - JHS
Speakers
BH
BM
KF
Wednesday August 13, 2025 8:15am - 8:55am CDT
B305 - JHS
  Elementary Focused

8:15am CDT

Elementary Classroom Management
Wednesday August 13, 2025 8:15am - 8:55am CDT
B300 - JHS
An overview of managing elementary classrooms effectively to maximize student learning.  
Speakers
avatar for Jessica Hilton
Wednesday August 13, 2025 8:15am - 8:55am CDT
B300 - JHS
  Elementary Focused

8:15am CDT

Planning for a Sub
Wednesday August 13, 2025 8:15am - 8:55am CDT
B312 - JHS
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​​​
Speakers
LD
avatar for Abbie Durr
Wednesday August 13, 2025 8:15am - 8:55am CDT
B312 - JHS
  Secondary Focused

9:00am CDT

Gamifying Google Slides
Wednesday August 13, 2025 9:00am - 9:40am CDT
B317 - JHS
As a music educator, I struggle to find games that are relevant to a specific topic for a specific grade level, so I've turned to Google Slides to help!  By linking sounds and images to specific pages, I've created content that students often request to play on our free days.  The steps are fairly easy, and you can create content that will keep students engaged and motivated!  I've included an example of a note name recognition game.  Harry Potter Note Names



Speakers
avatar for Lori Lindsey
Wednesday August 13, 2025 9:00am - 9:40am CDT
B317 - JHS
  All Teachers

9:00am CDT

Elementary Classroom Management
Wednesday August 13, 2025 9:00am - 9:40am CDT
B300 - JHS
An overview of managing elementary classrooms effectively to maximize student learning.  
Speakers
avatar for Jessica Hilton
Wednesday August 13, 2025 9:00am - 9:40am CDT
B300 - JHS
  Elementary Focused

9:00am CDT

Performance Matters
Wednesday August 13, 2025 9:00am - 9:40am CDT
B313 - JHS
Learn about this data collection platform and how to disaggregate data to better understand the needs of your students and instructional effectiveness.
Speakers
avatar for Katie Hargrove

Katie Hargrove

5th Grade Teacher, Joplin Schools
I joined the Joplin Schools team as an elementary teacher seven years ago. I love creating a warm, engaging classroom environment each year that is supported by data-driven instruction. I have a non-traditional background with a BA in International Studies from MSSU and an MA in Urban... Read More →
avatar for Libbie Burd

Libbie Burd

Elementary Curriculum Coordinator, Joplin Schools
Wednesday August 13, 2025 9:00am - 9:40am CDT
B313 - JHS
  Elementary Focused

9:00am CDT

PLC
Wednesday August 13, 2025 9:00am - 9:40am CDT
B303 - JHS
Speakers
avatar for Roxcee McCully
avatar for Shelby Koeshall
Wednesday August 13, 2025 9:00am - 9:40am CDT
B303 - JHS
  Elementary Focused

9:00am CDT

Canvas (Gradebook setup, messaging, publishing, speed grader)
Wednesday August 13, 2025 9:00am - 9:40am CDT
B314 - JHS
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
  Secondary Focused

9:45am CDT

Building Capacity: Even as New Teachers to the District
Wednesday August 13, 2025 9:45am - 10:25am CDT
B302 - JHS
Google Slide Presentation
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Sarah Mwangi

Dr. Sarah Mwangi

Assistant Superintendent of Learning Services
Wednesday August 13, 2025 9:45am - 10:25am CDT
B302 - JHS
  All Teachers

9:45am CDT

Refugee / Newcomer Strategies for the Gen Ed Classroom
Wednesday August 13, 2025 9:45am - 10:25am CDT
B305 - JHS
An overview of strategies and suggestions to welcome, serve, and differentiate instruction for refugees and newcomers in the general education classroom.  
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Jana Thomas Coffman

Dr. Jana Thomas Coffman

Refugee & Newcomer Coordinator, Joplin Schools
avatar for Heather Hofer

Heather Hofer

ELD Literacy Teacher-Newcomers and Refugees, Joplin Schools
Roti cania, nasi lemak, shish tawook, and cup of steaming masala chai are some of my favorite treats.  Having lived overseas and taught English for 26 years, I know what it is like to be a second (or third) language learner.  My greatest delight is to sit with newcomers and help... Read More →
Wednesday August 13, 2025 9:45am - 10:25am CDT
B305 - JHS
  All Teachers

9:45am CDT

I Don't WANNA Sit Still!
Wednesday August 13, 2025 9:45am - 10:25am CDT
B317 - JHS
I can't sit still.  Why should I expect my students to?  Fit Drumming and Body Percussion are an easy way to take a 3-5 minute brain break with all students, regardless of ability or the amount of space you have.  I would love to show you how to get students moving and how you as an educator can either sit back and relax or increase the experience for everyone.  This link includes the basic information you will need to get started:  Fit Drumming Slides



Speakers
avatar for Lori Lindsey
Wednesday August 13, 2025 9:45am - 10:25am CDT
B317 - JHS
  Elementary Focused

9:45am CDT

REPLACE
Wednesday August 13, 2025 9:45am - 10:25am CDT
B312 - JHS
Wednesday August 13, 2025 9:45am - 10:25am CDT
B312 - JHS
  REPLACE

9:45am CDT

Canvas (Gradebook setup, messaging, publishing, speed grader)
Wednesday August 13, 2025 9:45am - 10:25am CDT
B314 - JHS
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
  Secondary Focused

9:45am CDT

High School Principal Q & A
Wednesday August 13, 2025 9:45am - 10:25am CDT
B315b - JHS
An opportunity to ask your grade level principal questions.
Speakers
DC
avatar for Shelly Tarter
avatar for Dr. Randy Oliver
avatar for Ed Raschen

Ed Raschen

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

10:30am CDT

Building Capacity: Even as New Teachers to the District
Wednesday August 13, 2025 10:30am - 11:10am CDT
B302 - JHS
Google Slide Presentation
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
  All Teachers

10:30am CDT

Co-Teaching
Wednesday August 13, 2025 10:30am - 11:10am CDT
B317 - JHS
We will discuss the different co-teaching models available at the secondary level. We will also demonstrate effective and non-effective co-teaching strategies to help you and your co-teacher get started on the right foot to make this the best school year! 
Speakers
avatar for Hannah New

Hannah New

Curriculum Coordinator SPED, Joplin Schools
avatar for Bethany Shultz
Wednesday August 13, 2025 10:30am - 11:10am CDT
B317 - JHS
  All Teachers

10:30am CDT

Using AI to support ELLs
Wednesday August 13, 2025 10:30am - 11:10am CDT
B315b - JHS
This session provides an overview of AI resources for teachers to use to make quick scaffolds, lessons, and resources to differentiate for ELLs in the general education setting.  
Speakers
avatar for Juliana Hughes

Juliana Hughes

English Language Development Teacher
Juliana D. Hughes is an experienced English Language Development educator currently serving at Irving Elementary, Stapleton Elementary, and South Middle School. With a career in education spanning over 18 years, Juliana has devoted the last nine years to K-12 education, focusing on... Read More →
Wednesday August 13, 2025 10:30am - 11:10am CDT
B315b - JHS
  All Teachers

10:30am CDT

EdPrep Specialists - Middle School
Wednesday August 13, 2025 10:30am - 11:10am CDT
B305 - JHS
Speakers
EB
Wednesday August 13, 2025 10:30am - 11:10am CDT
B305 - JHS
  Secondary Focused

10:30am CDT

Middle School Principal Q & A
Wednesday August 13, 2025 10:30am - 11:10am CDT
B314 - JHS
An opportunity to ask your grade level principal questions.
Speakers
avatar for Jason Cravens
KP
avatar for Tracy Newell

Tracy Newell

Principal, North Middle School
JV
avatar for Jacob Williams

Jacob Williams

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

12:35pm CDT

Co-Teaching
Wednesday August 13, 2025 12:35pm - 1:20pm CDT
B317 - JHS
We will discuss the different co-teaching models available at the secondary level. We will also demonstrate effective and non-effective co-teaching strategies to help you and your co-teacher get started on the right foot to make this the best school year! 
Speakers
avatar for Hannah New

Hannah New

Curriculum Coordinator SPED, Joplin Schools
avatar for Bethany Shultz
Wednesday August 13, 2025 12:35pm - 1:20pm CDT
B317 - JHS
  All Teachers

12:35pm CDT

Elementary Principal Q & A
Wednesday August 13, 2025 12:35pm - 1:20pm CDT
B315b - JHS
Opportunity to ask elementary principals questions about all things.
Speakers
avatar for Kris Garrett
avatar for Tylan Harris

Tylan Harris

Assistant Principal, Joplin Schools
avatar for Jordan Adkins

Jordan Adkins

Principal
Wednesday August 13, 2025 12:35pm - 1:20pm CDT
B315b - JHS
  Elementary Focused

12:35pm CDT

EdPrep Specialists - High School
Wednesday August 13, 2025 12:35pm - 1:20pm CDT
B305 - JHS
Speakers
avatar for Cara Clark

Cara Clark

Instructional and Technology Integration Specialist & Educational Prep Specialist
Wednesday August 13, 2025 12:35pm - 1:20pm CDT
B305 - JHS
  Secondary Focused

1:25pm CDT

EdPrep Specialists - SPED
Wednesday August 13, 2025 1:25pm - 2:05pm CDT
B305 - JHS
Speakers
RG
Wednesday August 13, 2025 1:25pm - 2:05pm CDT
B305 - JHS
  All Teachers

1:25pm CDT

PLC
Wednesday August 13, 2025 1:25pm - 2:05pm CDT
B300 - JHS
Speakers
avatar for Tarryn Gilbert
avatar for Cara Clark

Cara Clark

Instructional and Technology Integration Specialist & Educational Prep Specialist
avatar for Bethany Shultz
Wednesday August 13, 2025 1:25pm - 2:05pm CDT
B300 - JHS
  Secondary Focused

2:10pm CDT

The IEP Experience: Bridging Gen Ed. and SPED
Wednesday August 13, 2025 2:10pm - 2:50pm CDT
B314 - JHS
Understanding an IEP document and experiencing a student-focused, mock IEP meeting that will ensure all parties have meaningful participation, which is modeled after DESE best practices.  Special education teachers and regular education teachers all play a role in this important process. 
Speakers
avatar for Hannah New

Hannah New

Curriculum Coordinator SPED, Joplin Schools
avatar for Bethany Shultz
avatar for Stacey Tracy

Stacey Tracy

Director of Special Education, Joplin School District
Wednesday August 13, 2025 2:10pm - 2:50pm CDT
B314 - JHS
  All Teachers

2:10pm CDT

REPLACE
Wednesday August 13, 2025 2:10pm - 2:50pm CDT
B303 - JHS
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
  REPLACE
 
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