2012 Curriculum Institute Conference 
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Join us at the 2012 National Conference on Common Core State Standards!
- Hear the most recent information concerning the Common Core State Standards
- Learn from experts about the current development of PARCC and SMARTER Balanced Assessments
- Get practical, “How To” Steps to transition to the Common Core State Standards
- Gather critical resources to help all staff implement the standards with fidelity
- See how to construct instructionally sensitive assessments aligned to the Standards
- Learn what the Standards expect students to know and be able to do and what the Standards expect from teachers and students
- Use support documents to build a coherent CCSS-based curriculum
We are nearing capacity! Be sure to Reserve your seats now before the Conference is SOLD OUT!
| Individual Pricing: | $495/person |
| Group Price: | $475/person |
| Conference Schedule |
| OPTIONAL OVERVIEW SESSIONS
- THURSDAY, JUNE 28 |
We know that most educators are well-versed in the basics of Common Core Standards, but some may opt to join us for a refresher
course on Thursday, June 28 at no additional cost. We will discuss the two assessment consortia, PARCC and SMARTER Balanced,
discuss the organization of the standards, and how to begin implementation. Friday and Saturday’s sessions will feature more
in-depth discussions on assessment creation and analysis, instructional strategy, implementation for ELL and Special Ed
populations, and more. Thursday sessions are not recommended for all attendees, only those who are beginning their implementation
process, or looking for a review of the Standards.
1:00‐2:30pm – Common Core 101
This session is an introduction to the Common Core State Standards. We will discuss the shift to the
Common Core, and walk participants through the standards including how they are arranged, the
numbering system used, and the vocabulary of the Standards. We will also investigate the Math Practice
standards, including what they are, the shifts in math, and how they will affect teaching.
2:45‐4:15pm – Assessment Consortia 101
This session is an introduction to the Assessment Consortia responsible for writing the 2014 National
Assessment. We will introduce participants to the resources available from the consortia and how to
access them. A more in depth discussion from the Assessment Consortia will be held Friday of the
conference at 2:45pm.
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| OFFICIAL CONFERENCE LAUNCH: FRIDAY, JUNE 29 |
Sessions begin at 8:00 am and last until 4:00 pm
Optional one-on-one consulting lasts from 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm
Sign-up sheets for one-on-one sessions will be available in the registration area
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| SATURDAY, JUNE 30 |
Sessions begin at 8:00 am and last until 4:00 pm
Optional one-on-one consulting lasts from 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm
Sign-up sheets for one-on-one sessions will be available in the registration area
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Meet our Featured Keynote Speakers:
Kevin Baird, serves as Chairman and Senior Faculty at The Curriculum Institute™ and the Center for College and Career Readiness.
Mr. Baird is a contributor to the National Pathway for Common Core Standards Implementation™. He is also the creator of the
Common Core Black Belt certification, and a national leader in the analysis and implementation of standards-based curricula and instruction alignment.
A dynamic speaker and consultant, Mr. Baird is a leading national consultant working with publishers, State Departments of Education,
schools and districts specializing in the implementation of Common Core State Standards. A recognized leader in educational technology,
media and school improvement, he has implemented educational improvement initiatives on several continents.
Peg Portscheller, a past Educator of the Year and Superintendent of the Year, brings real-world experience to leading
curriculum improvement initiatives. For 15 years, she served on the board of the Mid-continent Regional Educational Laboratory
(McREL) and is currently a consultant with Focused Leadership Solutions. She has worked with Doug Reeves as the Chief Learning
Officer for the Leadership and Learning Center, and has served as a union leader, teacher, and school administrator. Peg offers
educators pragmatic and “doable” strategies for getting teachers, unions, and school leaders moving.
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