The Mind Trust Schools team has partnered with UnboundED for a Virtual Summit. UnboundEd’s interactive two-day Virtual Summit, July 19th and 20th 9am-3:30pm for teachers, coaches, and leaders emphasizes instructional planning in the complex COVID-19 era and amidst a historical anti-racist movement. With an emphasis on grade-level curriculum, strategic supports, and equitable instruction, our sessions …
As a school or district leader, how are you ensuring the effective implementation of research-based practices that will develop students’ critical literacy skills in service of comprehension of text? In this complimentary virtual institute we’ll explore models that show the alignment of instructional practices, discuss current state and district initiatives that support the research, and …
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Marian University Preparatory School is a faith-focused, virtual/hybrid private school that recently launched and is now enrolling students for the upcoming school year. Meet MU Prep’s Head of School and Principal at a live, virtual session to hear their perspective of the MU Prep experience and what makes it different from the rest. There will …
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Join us to learn what strategies Robin Pfeiffer, a teacher experienced in working with English Learners, uses to address the needs of all of her students, moving them toward reading independence and oral proficiency. Robin will share how SIPPS (Systematic Instruction in Phonological Awareness, Phonics, and Sight Words), a research-based foundational skills program, has been a …
Effective, on-going, two-way communication is at the heart of schools that help students succeed. Research suggests students do better when schools, parents/care providers, and the community are partners. Reciprocal communication (mutual listening and sharing) is essential for meaningful engagement to occur. Effective communication can stabilize school and community partnerships. It accommodates the diverse communication needs for …
School on Wheels is accepting 2022 Education Champion Award nominations through April 3, 2022. This award honors an individual making an impact in the lives of Indiana students. You can nominate an educator, volunteer, mentor, coach, staff member, or youth worker whom you know is doing amazing work on behalf of youth in Indiana. The …
School on Wheels is accepting 2022 Education Champion Award nominations through April 3, 2022. This award honors an individual making an impact in the lives of Indiana students. You can nominate an educator, volunteer, mentor, coach, staff member, or youth worker who you know is doing amazing work on behalf of youth in Indiana. The …
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Join us for a night of networking and refreshments, and learn how you can make an impact through board service. We’re looking for highly skilled individuals passionate about leadership and expanding access to quality education for all children in Indianapolis. This event is your chance to learn more about serving on a charter school board. Individuals …
Come join the Mind Trust Schools team in their 2nd Virtual Support Expo. During this time you will have the opportunity to interact with vendors, network, and find out more about the projects and initiatives that are happening at The Mind Trust. Agenda: 9-10:15am- Announcements and Keynote with Nichole Seal- EL Specialist 10:15-10:30am- Break/Intercession 10:30-12pm- …
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Conversations With Amar is a Facebook Live event that is hosted by Teach For America Indianapolis and moderated by our Executive Director, Amar Patel. Join us as Amar sits down with President and CEO of the Richard M. Fairbanks Foundation, Claire Fiddian-Green, and President and CEO of Ascend Indiana, Jason Kloth, to discuss the state …
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More than 650,000 Hoosier public school students ride yellow school buses to and from school each day. While school options have increased and changed, the way students get to school is largely unchanged and has a lot of room for improvement. These issues directly affect students and families. For example, issues like driver shortages, long …
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Dr. Sheri Anderson, founder of SPEDACTS and her team will discuss the common challenges schools face providing services to students with disabilities. She will share how streamlining professionals from a variety of disciplines enables students to become successful academically and socially. She will also cover state and federal mandates required to provide free appropriate public …
Over the last 20 years, the Center of Excellence in Leadership of Learning (CELL) at the University of Indianapolis has led, advocated, and partnered with educators to bring about dramatic and dynamic change to benefit Hoosier students. In celebration of our 20th Anniversary, CELL is hosting a public and complimentary, thought-provoking presentation featuring New York …
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Empower students with greater appreciation for sustainability and conservation by discovering how materials impact our everyday lives. From meeting a forestry expert to a supply chain expert, students explore the actions they can take to build greater self-reliance and a healthier planet. This virtual field trip is appropriate for students in grades 6-12
Getting Better Faster through Observation and Feedback Facilitated by: Meredith Anderson, Relay Regional Leadership Coach Session Objectives: Observe teachers and give feedback effectively Plan and practice an observation and feedback meeting Session Description: Next to Data-Driven Instruction and Student Culture, effective observation and feedback is arguably the next most effective lever to changing outcomes for …
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July 12 and 19 (registration closes on June 25) Do you want to chart a course to becoming a multicultural organization that is inclusive, affirming, and committed to transformation? Facilitated by seasoned educational leaders and national experts in organizational transformation and student achievement REthinc will provide a 2-day cohort experience for Teachers who are leading the equity …
Lt. Gov. Crouch, FSSA accepting 2021 Golden Hoosier Award nominations. To be eligible for the Golden Hoosier Award, the nominee must currently be an Indiana resident, aged 65 or older and have been a volunteer in the community for the past three years. The deadline for submitting applications is Saturday, June 19, 2021. Nomination forms …