Empowering Educators
Strategies for Common Core Success
Saturday, September 21, 2024. - 8:00am - 5:00pm
American University in Dubai
Dubai, UAE
INTRODUCTION
Founded in 2019, Common Core Boot Camp is a one- day, event held each September and February. US curriculum teachers, teacher candidates, counselors, and administrators from across the United Arab Emirates and the greater GCC region are invited to attend.
Common Core Boot Camp empowers teachers and leaders with the knowledge, skills, and strategies necessary to effectively implement the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) in an international school setting.
School leaders will attend a separate learning strand to practice strategies for supporting their teachers and staff with Common Core State Standards.
Common Core Boot Camp is about collaboration, learning, and planning.
What to Expect
- Inspiring Keynotes and Activities: Hear from renowned speakers who will motivate and inspire attendees.
- Expert-Led Workshops: Interactive sessions led by proven experts in Common Core implementation.
- Cutting-Edge Resources: Discover the latest tools and resources designed to enhance Common Core teaching and learning.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with peers and leaders who share your commitment to educational excellence.
- Accredited certificates available for participants.
The Agenda
- 8:00-8:45 - Welcome Hour and Registration
- 9:00–9:50 - General Assembly and Keynote
- 10:00–10:40 - Morning Session - A
- 10:45-11:15 - Exhibition Hall and Networking
- 11:30–12:10 - Morning Session - B
- 12:10-1:00 - Lunch and Exhibition Hall
- 1:15-2:00 - Afternoon Session - A
- 2:15-3:00 - Afternoon Session - B
- 3:15-4:00 - Closing Assembly
FACILITATOR AND GROUP LEADERS
Heath Bailey
Session Title:
A Relational Practice: Extending the Teacher/Student Dynamic Through Looping
Vanessa Gay-Rice
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Prioritizing to UnWrapping Standards
Eli Ghazel
Session Title:
Designing Visual Thinking for the Cognitive Aspect of a Standard: An introductory session
Dr. Catherine O’Farrell
Session Title:
Embracing Inclusion in the Common Core Curriculum
Debra Alexander
Session Title:
Change Management Strategies in the International Schools
Tiffany Griggs
Session Title:
Demystifying NGSS: A Guide to Understand and Plan (SEP focus)
Dr. Jamie Cardwel
Session Title:
Aligning High School Standards and ESL Needs
Briana Billings
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Promoting Personal Professional Development
Princess Lacewell
Session Title:
Unpacking Common Core Standards: Making Connections to the Content
Destiny Davis
Session Title:
Cultivating The Standards for Mathematical Practice by Building a Thinking Classroom
Dr. Roy Pope
Session Title:
Strategies to Supercharge Your Professional Development Immediately
Dr. Carisa Pope
Session Title:
Strategies to Supercharge Your Professional Development Immediately
Crystal Goodwin
Session Title:
Establishing Power with Common Core Standards
Johnniea Armstead
Session Title:
Writing Workshop for Secondary ELL Learners
Sherri Jenio
Session Title:
Navigating Excellence: Unpacking Common Core and Inspection Insights