Take advantage of the opportunity to participate in extended learning sessions offered only during this special pre-conference day. These sessions are designed to provide attendees with in-depth, hands-on learning experiences with value-added experts. Attendees will have the option to attend two learning sessions.

1 - 2 p.m.

Registration

2 – 3:30 p.m. (Select One)

Value-Added 101: An Introduction to Using Value-Added Information
*Recommended for: Teachers
Presenter: Diane Stultz, Professional Development Director, Battelle for Kids

Developing Leadership at the District and Building Levels
*Recommended for: Administrators/Leadership
Presenters: Tony Bagshaw, Senior Director of Knowledge Management and Dr. J. Michael Thomas, Senior Director of Innovative Solutions, Battelle for Kids

3:45 – 5:15 p.m. (Select One)

Using Value-Added Data to Inform Instruction
*Recommended for: Teachers
Presenter: Kim Kappler, Director of Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment, Oakwood City School District

Digging Deeper into Value-Added Data: Discovering a Treasure Trove of Information
*Recommended for: Administrators/Leadership
Presenters: Dr. William Sanders, Senior Manager, Value-Added Assessment & Research, SAS Institute Inc.
and Dr. Mary Peters, Director of Value-Added Services, Battelle for Kids