Darla Otto – Development Director at Wesleyan Christian School, Bartlesville, OK
We know that tuition is not enough to meet the annual budget. So where is the rest of the money? This workshop discusses how to position your school to raise the funds needed to meet your annual budget, periodic major needs, and long- term sustainability requirements. An overview of a capital campaign will be discussed.
Marketing – It is NOT about your school.
Your school is a business and can’t survive without marketing. But where do you start? What works for Christian Schools? Who is your audience? What needs to be communicated? What are cost effective methods that work? What are common mistakes to avoid? This workshop provides practical, cost effective, proven methods to promote your school.
Dr. Jared Johnston – Chair of Undergraduate Education at Oral Roberts University, Tulsa, OK; Professor Brittany Grove – Partnership Coordinator
Christian schools all over the country are in need of teachers that they can mold and train. First year teachers can meet this need and become valuable assets for years to come. However, they are often difficult to access and recruit. In this session, the ORU chair for Undergraduate Education and the Partnership Coordinator will explain how schools can access and recruit young quality candidates to your school.
Dr. Dennis Demuth, DEL Publications, Tulsa, OK
This workshop is designed for those who are (or hoping to be) in Christian School administration – Unit Leaders, Department Heads, and Administers. The content is based on over fifty years of experience in school administration- Lessons learned and pitfalls to avoid.
Robert Enlow & Kevin Biesty – Ed Choice
This workshop is an opportunity for private or accredited nonpublic schools, or those entering the space, to discuss and learn about the implantation of education savings accounts and private school choice programs. Robert Enlow & Kevin Biesty will gather with leaders and educators of schools to discuss the variety of choice programs operating throughout the United States, celebrate the growing number of programs continuing to be passed by states and provide guidance to administration as programs continuing to be passed by states, and provide guidance to administration as programs are implemented. Enlow & Biesty will review what lessons have been learned, what concerns have been raised from other school leaders, and best practices for implementing education savings account programs. Open discussion and questions will be welcomed.
Sid Walker – Walker Consulting – Partner @ Walker Consulting
What words best describe your school culture? What are the key factors that make a Christian school culture? Who has the biggest influence on your culture? What adjustments can be made to impact or change your culture? What can you do now to start making a positive change? All these questions and more will be answered in this session.
Robert Akers – Head of School @ Covenant Christian School, Bloomington, IN
Rapidly changing dynamics in culture and economy make it necessary for Christian schools to reevaluate the school improvement process.
Dr. Mary Lou Miller – Professor at College of Education @ Oral Roberts University; Dr. Gwetheldene Holzmann – Associate Professor at College of Education @ Oral Roberts University
This hands-on accreditation workshop examines sample evidence for the Resource Capacity Domain. It will connect evidence to specific standards and discuss how to incorporate the evidence into your self-study report.
Dr. Mary Lou Miller – Professor at College of Education @ Oral Roberts University; Dr. Gwetheldene Holzmann – Associate Professor at College of Education @ Oral Roberts University
This ands-on interactive accreditation workshop examines sample evidence for the Learning Capacity Domain. It will connect evidence to specific standards and discuss how to incorporate the evidence into your self-study report.
David Wagner – Partner / CFO @ Schnake Turnbo Frank
What does Crisis Communication in your Christian School look like, and are you prepared for it? In short, it is the communication process used to respond to a threat to your school’s safety and / or reputation. The crisis plan is used when there has been a major event. In this workshop we will discuss and explore the 3 Points of Crisis Planning for your school.
Gail Marten – Principal of Resurrection Christian School Online, Loveland, CO
Hear from an online principal overseeing virtual learning for over 17 years. Educators thrown into online teaching during the pandemic may not have the best snapshot of online learning. This session covers pros and cons, do’s and don’ts, and the BIG picture of students and teachers in a virtual world.
Dr. Katie Lentz – Director of Human Resources, Risk Management & Title IX at Oral Roberts University, Tulsa, OK
Do you know how to give constructive feedback to your peers, team, boss, or subordinates? Do you know how to receive feedback, without being defensive? Do you know how to have an organized and productive day? Do you know how to create an atmosphere of motivation for your team? This workshop will teach on three of the fundamentals of management- feedback, time management, and motivation.
Dr. Jared Johnston – Chair of Undergraduate Education @ Oral Roberts University, Tulsa, OK
In this session, participants will learn how to effectively integrate their academic content with Biblical truth. Participants will learn the importance of establishing student outcomes that reflect Biblical integration principles and how those outcomes should guide a school’s effort to produce students who exhibit an effective Biblical worldview.
Katie Hesser –Advantage Program Manager @ Oral Roberts University, Tulsa, OK
This workshop will provide educators and administrators with an understanding of WHY offering Christian Dual Enrollment courses is a beneficial, significant, and impactful way to supplement their current high school curriculum. We’ll then discuss HOW to implement these courses into your students’ semester schedules, utilizing ORU’s Advantage Program
Perfect Praise – Michael Riggs – Founder of Perfect Praise
Engagement with music is the number one enhancer of academics. What better place to study music than in school. We have taught music using our non-traditional curriculum since 1998 and have seen amazing benefits with young children to adolescents, academically. Grades soar. Students perform well above their expected level per grade. Listening skills, vocal and communication skills and performing skills and confidence levels are vastly improved. We will discuss why this tool is so effective. We will share the 4 levels of Music Participation that improves brain function and raise academics. Testimonials will be provided.
Ezzard Castillo – Administrator @ River City Christian School, San Antonio, TX
Keys to achieve success with students who learn differently.
Dr. Libby Adjei – Assistant Professor of Education @ Oral Roberts University
Grant Writing 101 will provide information on how you can start the grant writing journey. This workshop is a practical guide to tackling grants even if you have yet to gain experience. Plus, the content in the workshop may assist experienced grant writers in enhancing their skill sets. I will also provide resources to attendees and steps to develop a strategy for working with timelines, narratives, budgets, etc.
Richard ‘Doc’ Eley – Founder / President of Center for Everyday Leadership
The 24/7 Leadership Course equips students with essential leadership skills that can positively impact their mental health, academic performance, relationships, and overall well-being. By empowering students to become confident, resilient, and empathetic leaders, the course helps them navigate these common challenges with strength and purpose.
Dr. Amanda Wilson – Associate Professor of Early Education at Oral Roberts University; Dr. Sarah Ramsey
Learn more about engaging early literacy learners with nonfiction and informational texts through read-alouds, conversation, movement, and play. In this presentation, we will discuss the unique features to look when choosing nonfiction materials. In addition, we will include modeled read-alouds and hands-on activities such as book boxes, story bits, floorbooks, and more! You are guaranteed to leave with a new idea for literacy that can be implemented next week in your classroom and a host of new literature ideas!
Dr. Patrick Otto – Chair, Graduate School of Education at Oral Roberts University, Tulsa, OK
What is the greatest need for teachers today? Better curriculum, more content, more free time? The greatest need for most is a refresher in classroom management. We will cover the leading theorists. However, the main focus will be on the “How To’s” of managing the class and teaching the lesson.
Promoting Clarity of Thought – General, Administrative, Middle/Jr. High School, High School
Effective teaching builds on the teacher’s understanding of the cognition process, the intricacies of physiological systems and the complications of school life. The “Highly Qualified Teacher” must be able to apply this understanding to the class as well as find ways to address the individual learning styles and learning needs for each student.
Linda Steed – Senior Director of National & Global Advancement @ The Little Light House, Tulsa, OK
There are children with “special need” in every classroom. Often these children’s behavior and motivation are miss understood. In this workshop we will talk about the most common diagnoses that result in developmental delays and learning challenges. Some simple and practical adaptations that will decrease distractions in your classroom will also be addressed. This workshop will feed into “Reaching Every Student: Adapting the Classroom for All Needs, presented by Hannah Jimenez from the Little Light House.
Hannah Jimenez – Special Education Teacher, The Little Light House, Tulsa, OK
Do you ever feel like you’re at your wits end trying to meet the needs of every child in your classroom? From behaviors to learning disabilities, teachers are expected to handle it all. In this workshop, you’ll learn simple and effective strategies to incorporate in our classroom that will benefit all learner! Topics will include interventions and equipment as well as behavioral supports. These strategies used at Little Light House will improve student engagement and enhance learning experiences for all!
Dr. Kim Boyd – Assistant to the Provost & Dean of College of Education @ Oral Roberts University
This workshop will engage participants in the following: Discuss the characteristics of effective teaching; Introduce the ORU Teaching Effectiveness Framework as a tool for integrating Holy Spirit Empowered Teaching and Learning; and Engage in Self-Assessment activity to identify strengths and growth opportunities in your teaching.
Dr. Kim Boyd – Assistant to the Provost & Dean of College of Education @ Oral Roberts University
This workshop will be a continuation of the Effective Teaching and Learning workshop. Participants will engage in a deeper dive into the resources available to involve educators in a profession-long continued growth model for effective teaching. We will examine three of the nine Teaching Excellence Domains: Instructional Strategies; Feedback and Assessment, and Student-Focused Pedagogy.
Dr. Charlene Martin – Senior Professor in Literacy @ Oral Roberts University; Ms. Makenzie Hollingsworth – 3rd Grade Teacher @ Lincoln School, Tulsa, OK
Learn how to design a purposeful biblical foundation for all curricula taught. See how concepts, standards and scripture are combined to create a bedrock for transforming learner perspectives and deepening learning. Examples and classroom vignettes will be provided.
Dr. Charlene Martin – Senior Professor in Literacy @ Oral Roberts University; Ms. Makenzie Hollingsworth – 3rd Grade Teacher @ Lincoln School, Tulsa, OK
Learn how one teacher designed an authentic, conceptually integrated unit for intentionally knowing God and believing His promises. See how this practical unit expanded students’ understanding of God and His principles. Examples and student testimonials will be provided.
Kim Lutherbeck – K-4 Teacher, Victory Christian School, Tulsa, OK
Praise and Persistency are vital to the preschool classroom. Let’s discover the importance of praise, prayer, persistency, and best practice in the preschool classroom.
Robert Akers – Head of School @ Covenant Christian School, Bloomington, IN
The first and greatest challenge of the classroom teacher is creating a learning culture in which students can thrive and the educator can find fulfillment and avoid the dangers of burnout. This session will help teachers find their authentic voice in the classroom and develop the tools of the enduring teacher.
Dr. Janet George – Assistant Professor at College of Education @ Oral Roberts University
Although “all truth is God’s truth,” many teachers often struggle to link what they teach in the classroom with a corresponding Biblical truth. In this workshop session, we will discuss how you can connect any subject you are teaching with the principles found in the Word of God. We will also look at how you can motivate your students to draw similar connections and examine any situation or experience from a Christian perspective.
Ezzard Catillo – Administrator@ River City Christian School, San Antonio, TX
Claves para alcanzar el éxito con alumnos que aprenden diferente.
Julio Orozco
Yair Herrera
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