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Access outlines from all of the sessions presented during the weekend, as well as all of the printables and resources referenced throughout the conference.

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Walking home from my huge multistory brick elementary school with a canvas bag full of books - not sure why I was bringing so many home because it couldn't have been homework! This was in the small village of Kinderhook, NY - gorgeous place, large sidewalks, tree lined streets, historic homes and churches, so idyllic. Just the beauty of walking to school with all the sensory enrichment. 

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Walking home from my huge multistory brick elementary school with a canvas bag full of books - not sure why I was bringing so many home because it couldn't have been homework! This was in the small village of Kinderhook, NY - gorgeous place, large sidewalks, tree lined streets, historic homes and churches, so idyllic. Just the beauty of walking to school with all the sensory enrichment. 

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Supply bin. I make this specific for testing. Students should pack pencils, calculator, a back-up calculator, paper, erasers, healthy snacks, etc.

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Supply bin. I make this specific for testing. Students should pack pencils, calculator, a back-up calculator, paper, erasers, healthy snacks, etc.

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Have a question we did not address in one of the sessions? Feel free to ask below!

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What are some strategies you currently use or can use in your classroom to help with impulse control?

What is your one word description of EF? Why?

What are your thoughts on Executive Function deficits alone not qualifying for an IEP?

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What are some ways that you can enforce working memory in your lesson plans?

What are some organizational tools you currently use in your classroom? Did you discover any new tools you can take back and use today?

What tips do you use in your classroom to help kids like “Jay”? (ex: pencil basket/post-it bookmarks)

Do your students use any unusual/unique “fidgeting” materials or games for Flexibility/working memory/Impulse control?

Are there any “teaching pearls” of your own that you would like to share?

Based on what you have learned thus far this weekend about EF, have your views about Executive Functioning changes at all? If so, how?

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Think about the students in your classroom today. Do you have students that you label as “lazy”? How can you move these students into the “flow state”

What types of Neurodiverse adapted classroom designs do you use now? What will you take away and use in the future?

Do you use UDL approach in your classroom? What types of activities do you use to support a UDL approach?

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What has been one of the most challenging moments you have faced with a student in your classroom?

What was your initial response to the student’s behavior?

After learning more about Executive Functioning, do you attribute any of the students’ behaviors to struggles with EF?

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What tech tools do you current use in your teaching?

Are they any tech tools you discovered today that you would like to use going forward?

What are some organizational tools you use with remote learning? What works really well? What did not work for you?

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Create a list of “Key Chain” rules that you could apply to your classroom.

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I have a lot of students who have used sign language in previous class to silently signal bathroom or tissue or to signal that they have questions. Next year I plan to have those same sign language signs for students to use to silently notify me of their needs. However, with this year, we have a program called GoGuardian which allows me to monitor their computer screen and it gives them a direct chat link with me to ask questions or get help without having to do it outloud.

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My first school memory is when a kid puked all over my desk in kindergarten. I think I remember it the most because I was in shock!!

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My first memory of school happened in kindergarten. Billy kept pulling my pigtails, so hard my head was sore. My dad's advice as to punch him in the nose the next time he did it. Whether my dad really meant for me to do that or not, I took his advice and the next day gave Billy a bloody nose.
I think I remember it because it's an example of me taking control at an early age. There was probably could have been a better solution, but it did successfully end the issue.

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Hi I'm Katrina Butzer from Roanoke County, VA where I teach PreAlgebra Math 7.

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Hi I'm Katrina Butzer from Roanoke County, VA where I teach PreAlgebra Math 7.

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Think about the tips that Mr. Brooks shared, and choose one (1) of the following to work on during the Practical Application breakout:

Create a plan of action to diffuse angry parents, using what you have learned about executive functioning.

Focus on something that went poorly in a team meeting you have had, and write down 3 ways you would avoid it in the future based on the interplay in the brain between limbic (emotional) and cortical (cognitive and control) circuits.

Plan a agenda for a reconvene to discuss rejected portions of a proposed IEP

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Welcome! We hope you are eager and excited to join fellow educators for a two-day workshop to explore the topic of Executive Functioning!

Let's take a moment to get to know everyone!
*Where are you from?
*What do you teach? (grade and subject area if applicable)
*Why did you sign up for this workshop?

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How do you define Executive Functioning?

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How do you define Executive Functioning?

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What 1 word (or a 2-word phrase) would you use to help define Executive Functioning?

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Write down your first school memory that comes to mind. Why do you think you remember this particular event?

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I am Emily Kavanagh.  I am a Grade 6-8 Special Education Math teacher at Phoenix Academy in Annapolis, Maryland.  I took this workshop to learn some new strategies.

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Hello, Margaret Moore from Roanoke County; I teach grades 6 - 8 in Strategic Reading, and, in a special education classroom which provides services to support goals in executive functioning, organization, and attention among other goals. I'm looking forward to gaining new strategies to support student learning and achievement.

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Hello, Margaret Moore from Roanoke County; I teach grades 6 - 8 in Strategic Reading, and, in a special education classroom which provides services to support goals in executive functioning, organization, and attention among other goals. I'm looking forward to gaining new strategies to support student learning and achievement.

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Good morning!  I am Dean-na.  I am a School Social Worker in Roanoke County Schools.

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Good morning!  I am Dean-na.  I am a School Social Worker in Roanoke County Schools.

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I remember hitting my head on the bathroom counter in kindergarten and causing it to bleed. I was terrified that I was going to die. :)

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My name is Imani and I am a Professional School Counselor in Prince George's County, Maryland.

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Being petrified of being called on.

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Good morning!

I'm currently a 7th grade Pre-algebra and Co-taught Math 7 teacher in Roanoke County Public Schools.

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Reading Duck and Jane in the corner of room

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My grade 2 teacher would take us out to the field and run/walk 2 laps in the morning on days we didn't have PE to get our brains working!

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My first school memory was losing my first tooth in kindergarten then calling my teacher mommy

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I remember being rewarded by going outside and being able to 'clap the chalk erasers'.  This was a big deal because I was 'responsible' enough to complete this task without supervision.

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My first school memory was going into class for the first time and not knowing anyone. I was very nervous and uncomfortable.

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Good morning!

I'm Tory James, and I'm a 6th-7th grade teacher at the Chesapeake Public Charter School in St. Mary's County.

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Hi everyone. I am Natalie Holter, a Middle School Principal in Orlando FL. Enjoying the symposium thus far!

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Hi everyone. I am Natalie Holter, a Middle School Principal in Orlando FL. Enjoying the symposium thus far!

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Melissa Weaver Fort Wayne IN. 5th grade teacher. I look forward to learning new strategies to help students with executive functioning skills.

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self management

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My first school visual memory is of sitting on carpet and learning phonic skills by looking at a chart (Pig-Puh etc.) Also, being quite anxious because I didn't know anyone and everyone else seemed to know each other. I remember the music class, but not the songs we learned.

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Planning

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Samantha VanNess and I’m a special education coordinator in Vinton/Roanoke VA for a middle school :)
Ready to gain more tools to helps students with executive functioning deficits.

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Good morning!  I'm a middle school counselor from Roanoke, VA.

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Hi! My name is Kayla and I teach 8th grade math in Roanoke, Virginia.

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(I lost internet and will try to rejoin.)

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hi I am Bonna, I teach Outdoor Education at White River Valley Supervisory Union, developing programming for all middle school students, and next year high school also, to learn outdoors.

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Good morning! My name is Amber Benson and I teach 8th grade math in Roanoke, Virginia.

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My name is Ellen. I'm a middle school principal in Arlington, Virginia - always seeking ways to support middle school students develop the studentship skills that they need to be academically successful.

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I'm Katie Powell with AMLE. Welcome!

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My name is Nicole and I am a 7th grade ELA teacher. i am attending this workshop because I noticed that my students are increasingly asking for help with their focus and memory. I want to find out what tools I can offer them!

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Hi everyone. My name is Jared Krempels. I am a middle school intervention specialist in Columbus, Ohio. I am hoping to learn some new strategies to support my students in their general education classes.

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I am Elizabeth Schyling, I teach 7th & 8th Grade science in WA. I signed up for this conference after watching many students struggle with executive function, organization, focus and self-management & motivation during COVID.

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I am Jenn Kalafut. I teach 8th gr Spanish 1, and 6th & 7th gr Intro to World Languages in VA. :)

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My name is Kayley Pueblo. I am an 8th grade science teacher in Tarrant County, Texas! I signed up for this conference to gain a better understanding of my students and to have some tools to best help them and their parents during this time in their lives!

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I'm Robb Shipp
I teach 6-8 Instrumental Music in Roanoke County.

I'm here because I always enjoy learning new strategies so I can reach more students.

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Hi! I'm Ashley W.  I am a 5th grade teacher from Ft. Wayne, IN. I signed up for this workshop to learn new strategies to support and teach my students that struggle with these skills and are still developing many of these skills and could use extra support. I  also look forward to sharing what I learn with my team.

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Hello, my name is Shannon Gahagan and I am a PEAKS coach (Personalized Education for the Acquisition of Knowledge and Skills) at an independent school for grades 6-9.

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Hi! I’m Patty Tuttle, and I teach 7th grade social studies in Arlington, VA. I have been gifted with 2 kids of my own who struggle with Executive Function skills (even in college!) and I teach many students who struggle as well. I want to learn how to help them.

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My name is Randa and I teach middle school French in Cairo, Egypt. I am looking forward to learning how I can help my students who struggle with organizing and completing complex tasks.

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Hi, my name is Brian W and I teach middle school (6-8) HPE in Virginia.  I signed up for this workshop because I wanted to learn new strategies for my students that struggle with executive functioning.   

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Hi, my name is Brian W and I teach middle school (6-8) HPE in Virginia.  I signed up for this workshop because I wanted to learn new strategies for my students that struggle with executive functioning.   

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Cognitive flexibility

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Hello!  My name is Kathy Coats and I teach ELL students in grades 6-12 in Roanoke, VA. I am a Reading Specialist/ELL Coordinator. I've been teaching for 20 years. This year it became apparent from the onset that Executive Function skills would be paramount to not only our students' success, but ours. I'm looking forward to learning effective strategies in Executive Function to help my students and myself be more successful.

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Self-management

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Hello!  My name is Julie Westcott and I am a 6th & 7th grade Health/ PE teacher at Dorothy Hamm Middle School in Arlington, VA.  I am interested in learning more about strategies to help my students who have a difficult time with executive functioning skills.

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Create a mnemonic/memory tool to share with other participants.

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Make a list of the items you would have students keep in a homebase bin or portable supply kit. Write this as though you are giving it to your remote students to put together for class purposes.

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Think of one of your students that needs help with EF skills and organization (or you whole class). Create a daily route for that student to use. (It can be for just one day or the whole week)

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Take turns trying the Stroop Test with the members of your breakout room 🙂

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Think of one of your current lessons.  What does it require students to employ in regards to  EF skills (align ef skills to demands of lesson).

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Reflect on your teaching style- do your students need to rely heavily on ..what skills or one more than another.  Is this reflected in student performance in the classroom?

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Think of a student(s) and create a list of things that motivates that student that can be used with the powercards (ex: dolphins, firemen, specific cartoon characters, etc)

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Create a list of things to include in an independent work rubric based on the needs of your current class.

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Complete the “Must do this” “Want to do this” “It would be nice to do this” chart by filling in items that apply to your daily lives (this could also be created as a chart on your own).

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Complete the “Must do this” “Want to do this” “It would be nice to do this” chart by filling in items that apply to your daily lives (this could also be created as a chart on your own).

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Complete the “Must do this” “Want to do this” “It would be nice to do this” chart by filling in items that apply to your daily lives (this could also be created as a chart on your own).

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What are some negative self-talk statements you have heard your students use in the past?

View the “negative self-talk statements” below and share your alternatives for positive statements.

1. I look really awful today.

2. I can't multiply.

3. I'm just not good at this.

4. I will never be able to hit a home run.

5. I just have the worst luck.

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How do you currently, or how will you in the future incorporate more positive self-talk in your classroom with your students?

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Have Brain Power Present at your next PD day!

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Have Brain Power Present at your next PD day!

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Windham NH Schools

I loved that this section was full of practical applications that can make a difference for my students!

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Annette Dahlberg
Battle Ground Public Schools

BRAIN POWER ACADEMY TEACHERS

VP of Education and Online Learning

Michelle brings to Brain Power 10 years of inclusion-model classroom experience in Massachusetts public schools. She has extensive experience with curriculum design (Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and the Common Core) and Universal Design for Learning (UDL). For the past two decades, Michelle has worked with children in some capacity, and now combines her passion for helping students succeed with her enthusiasm for EdTech innovation.

We will help you unlock your inner potential so you can excel in your field.

Learn to use all the related tools, and skills you need to become effective remotely as you are in the classroom.

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This means we have signed the "Massachusetts Student Data Privacy Agreement" which sets a high standard for how we protect student data, not just in Massachusetts but everywhere in the United States.

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Brain Power Academy specializes in online professional development for teachers. Our PowerPD and Brain Bite courses empower you with new skills and tools for social-emotional teaching and remote learning based on the latest scientific research. Grow your skills to reach your students, and earn PD hours for your teaching license!

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Hi there, my name is Karai Simpson and I currently teach Special Education math for 7th grade in Roanoke, VA. 

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Hi there, my name is Karai Simpson and I currently teach Special Education math for 7th grade in Roanoke, VA. 

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Hi, my name is Paul Bolling. I'm the guidance counselor for a preK-8 private school near Cleveland, Ohio. I come from 10 years of experience as a public school educator (mostly Title 1) and several years of experience in formal school-based mental health. I'm attending this workshop on behalf of my team of middle school, in order to help our preteens with executive function issues.

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Hi, my name is Paul Bolling. I'm the guidance counselor for a preK-8 private school near Cleveland, Ohio. I come from 10 years of experience as a public school educator (mostly Title 1) and several years of experience in formal school-based mental health. I'm attending this workshop on behalf of my team of middle school, in order to help our preteens with executive function issues.

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My name is Brian Ossmann and I am a Middle School Language Arts and Social Studies teacher at Cairo American College in Egypt. Recognizing executive functioning in middle school students abilities (or their lack of these) is essential to understanding how individual students can be successful. I am looking forward to discussing and gathering ideas to help students now. 

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Think of a class session or lesson you recently taught. Based on what you know about Executive Functioning at the middle school level, can you identify components of your lesson that may have been more challenging for students and would require a higher level of executive function skills?

Were there specific students that struggled with the lesson more than others? Why might that have been?

What modifications/refinements could you make to the lesson to ensure that all of your students are successful with the lesson if you were to teach it again?

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Must Do This - Develop EF / SEL program for students in MS next year

Want to Do This - Acquire some tangible rewards for students who work the program I develop

It Would Be Nice to Do This - Create a mentorship time in our schedule so that students can have more intentional time dedicated to these topics

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I am a Student Services
Coordinator in Des Plaines, IL. I signed up for the workshop to learn new strategies to support students.

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Hello everyone, my name is Amy Mijangos. I am a Life Skills and Values teacher at Middle School in Guatemala. I signed up to the workshop to learn new strategies to support my students and also share them with my team.

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Hi everyone!
My name is Brigitte Chinchilla, I'm from Guatemala and I'm the Middle School Counselor. I don't teach directly but I do work with our teachers and Educational Support Program to plan and  implement strategies, tools or interventions for our students in order to help them be successful academically and emotionally. So I signed up for the workshop to hopefully learn new approaches or tools we can put into practice to better support them as part of our best practice.

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