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T.O.P.S. New Teacher Orientation 2025
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Wednesday, August 13
 

8:15am CDT

PowerSchool for Elementary
Wednesday August 13, 2025 8:15am - 8:55am CDT
B313 - JHS
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
avatar for Debra Radigan
avatar for Lindsey Koucky
Wednesday August 13, 2025 8:15am - 8:55am CDT
B313 - 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

9:45am CDT

ParentSquare
Wednesday August 13, 2025 9:45am - 10:25am CDT
B313 - JHS
How to register for the district’s only approved mass communications platform and get started with simple, self-paced training. A quick dip into the features and benefits of ParentSquare for easy parent communication.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Heather VanOtterloo

Dr. Heather VanOtterloo

Teacher, Joplin Schools
2024-25 will be my 19th year in education. I teach 6-8 ELA for gifted students at South Middle School in Joplin, Missouri. Over the years, I have taught gifted in grades 1-8, 5th grade general education, 8th grade ELA (gen ed and co-taught), as well as online courses for our local... Read More →
avatar for Sarah Coyne

Sarah Coyne

Director of Communications, Joplin Schools
Wednesday August 13, 2025 9:45am - 10:25am CDT
B313 - JHS
  All Teachers

10:30am CDT

ParentSquare
Wednesday August 13, 2025 10:30am - 11:10am CDT
B313 - JHS
How to register for the district’s only approved mass communications platform and get started with simple, self-paced training. A quick dip into the features and benefits of ParentSquare for easy parent communication.
Speakers
avatar for Sarah Coyne

Sarah Coyne

Director of Communications, Joplin Schools
avatar for Dr. Heather VanOtterloo

Dr. Heather VanOtterloo

Teacher, Joplin Schools
2024-25 will be my 19th year in education. I teach 6-8 ELA for gifted students at South Middle School in Joplin, Missouri. Over the years, I have taught gifted in grades 1-8, 5th grade general education, 8th grade ELA (gen ed and co-taught), as well as online courses for our local... Read More →
Wednesday August 13, 2025 10:30am - 11:10am CDT
B313 - JHS
  All Teachers

12:35pm CDT

Mandated Reporting *Required Session All Teachers*-Choose ONE
Wednesday August 13, 2025 12:35pm - 1:20pm CDT
B313 - JHS
This is a required session for all new hires. Choose one Mandated Reporting session.
Speakers
avatar for Desiree Breidenstein

Desiree Breidenstein

School Prevention Specialist, MODSS
avatar for Julia Wood-Narrell
Wednesday August 13, 2025 12:35pm - 1:20pm CDT
B313 - JHS

1:25pm CDT

Mandated Reporting *Required Session All Teachers* - Choose ONE
Wednesday August 13, 2025 1:25pm - 2:05pm CDT
B313 - JHS
This is a required session for all new hires.  Choose one Mandated Reporting session.

The Mandated Reporter session is intended as a follow-up conversation and presentation complementing your online training. During this session, we will provide further insights into Children's Division (CD) and the reporting process, as well as address any questions you may have. Additionally, Jasper County CD supervisors will be present to offer further information and support.his is a required session for all new hires. Choose one Mandated Reporting session.
Speakers
avatar for Desiree Breidenstein

Desiree Breidenstein

School Prevention Specialist, MODSS
avatar for Julia Wood-Narrell
Wednesday August 13, 2025 1:25pm - 2:05pm CDT
B313 - JHS

2:10pm CDT

Mandated Reporting *Required Session All Teachers*-Choose ONE
Wednesday August 13, 2025 2:10pm - 2:50pm CDT
B313 - JHS
This is a required session for all new hires.  Choose one Mandated Reporting session.
Speakers
avatar for Desiree Breidenstein

Desiree Breidenstein

School Prevention Specialist, MODSS
avatar for Julia Wood-Narrell
Wednesday August 13, 2025 2:10pm - 2:50pm CDT
B313 - JHS
 
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