# data[].attributes.body
This was my first KAPS Conference experience as a graduate student. It was such a great opportunity for networking and professional development. There were only a few other students who were there, so I feel honored to have had the opportunity to participate.

# data[].attributes.body
The Conference Itinerary

I had the opportunity to participate in several very informative sessions. I was allowed to choose which sessions I felt would be most applicable to my school. I was able to learn from very experienced school psychologists and other professionals.

# data[].attributes.body
Sessions, Sessions, Sessions!
This is what the majority of our days were filled with; gaining knowledge! There were several different topics and speakers to choose from. Luckily, my practicum supervisor attended the conference as well, so I had her guidance when it came to deciding which sessions would be the most applicable in our particular school system!

# data[].attributes.body
In this session we learned about new strategies for implementing and evaluating small groups in Tier 2. We also learned about developing advocacy strategies for Tier 2 practices.

# data[].attributes.body
This was one of my favorite sessions, and one that sparked an interest for potential further research and use in my profession. We learned the importance of mindfulness and well-being. We learned several strategies that can be used personally and implemented in the school setting. I think these can be valuable strategies to teach other professionals and also to teach students.

# data[].attributes.body
Conferences like KAPS are vital for the continued growth and professional development of school psychologists. As a member of KAPS, I look forward to attending these conferences throughout my career and bringing back the information that I learn and teaching the newest information and strategies to others in the school system.

# data[].attributes.body
I had the opportunity to spend time with friends in my program and try out cool restaurants like The Troll Pub in Louisville at night when we had some free time!

# data[].attributes.headline
Working with Struggling ELs: Intervention and Evaluation Tools

# data[].attributes.subject
Working with Struggling ELs: Intervention and Evaluation Tools

# data[].attributes.body
This session was especially helpful for me this semester because of the population that I have been working with during my practicum. There was great discussion regarding the language versus disability question. We also learned about how to effectively use interpreters for evaluations and meetings. Another cool experience included being given an assignment in an unfamiliar language and having to try to figure out how to complete it, which was used to simulate an experience that many of our EL students face every day.