Loading…
This event has ended. Create your own event on Sched.
Welcome to Virginia Beach City Public Schools!  We are glad you chose to teach at the beach!
We look forward to seeing you on Monday, August 19th at 11:30 at Green Run High School. This site is being used to communicate your schedule for orientation. Your sessions are selected based on your teaching assignment and previous experience.
Simple
Expanded
Grid
By Venue
Monday, August 19
 

8:00am EDT

Welcome Home
Please report to your home school.  During this session you will be welcomed to your home school.  You should be issued a laptop, which you will need to bring to Green Run HS during your sessions.
Monday August 19, 2019 8:00am - 11:00am EDT
Home School
  All Attendees

11:30am EDT

Registration and Networking Lunch
PMS Lunch Menu pdf
Monday August 19, 2019 11:30am - 12:40pm EDT
Green Run HS: Cafeteria 1700 Dahlia Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23453
  All Attendees

12:45pm EDT

Introduction to Transformational Learning
Limited Capacity seats available
This session explores the dispositions of Transformational Learning and the Teaching and Learning Framework, which have led to school environments in which personalized learning is supported through purposeful use of technology. By the end of the session, participants will understand how to leverage the Transformational Learning Readiness Guide and Teaching and Learning Framework when developing professional growth goals and seeking out supports for areas of professional growth.
Monday August 19, 2019 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
Green Run HS 1700 Dahlia Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23453
  Elementary Teachers

12:45pm EDT

Introduction to Transformational Learning - Elementary
Limited Capacity filling up
This session explores the dispositions of Transformational Learning and the Teaching and Learning Framework, which have led to school environments in which personalized learning is supported through purposeful use of technology. By the end of the session, participants will understand how to leverage the Transformational Learning Readiness Guide and Teaching and Learning Framework when developing professional growth goals and seeking out supports for areas of professional growth.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning

Monday August 19, 2019 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 200
  Elementary Teachers

12:45pm EDT

Introduction to Transformational Learning - Elementary
Limited Capacity full
This session explores the dispositions of Transformational Learning and the Teaching and Learning Framework, which have led to school environments in which personalized learning is supported through purposeful use of technology. By the end of the session, participants will understand how to leverage the Transformational Learning Readiness Guide and Teaching and Learning Framework when developing professional growth goals and seeking out supports for areas of professional growth.
Speakers
avatar for Dornswalo Wilkins-McCorey

Dornswalo Wilkins-McCorey

Coordinator of Gifted Education, Department of Teaching and Learning

Monday August 19, 2019 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 201
  Elementary Teachers

12:45pm EDT

Introduction to Transformational Learning - Elementary
Limited Capacity filling up
This session explores the dispositions of Transformational Learning and the Teaching and Learning Framework, which have led to school environments in which personalized learning is supported through purposeful use of technology. By the end of the session, participants will understand how to leverage the Transformational Learning Readiness Guide and Teaching and Learning Framework when developing professional growth goals and seeking out supports for areas of professional growth.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Karen Drosinos

Dr. Karen Drosinos

Assistant Principal ES, Diamond Springs ES
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning

Monday August 19, 2019 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 202
  Elementary Teachers

12:45pm EDT

Introduction to Transformational Learning - Elementary
Limited Capacity full
This session explores the dispositions of Transformational Learning and the Teaching and Learning Framework, which have led to school environments in which personalized learning is supported through purposeful use of technology. By the end of the session, participants will understand how to leverage the Transformational Learning Readiness Guide and Teaching and Learning Framework when developing professional growth goals and seeking out supports for areas of professional growth.
Speakers
KC

Katie Cirilli

Assistant Principal MS, Great Neck MS

Monday August 19, 2019 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 203
  Elementary Teachers

12:45pm EDT

Introduction to Transformational Learning - Elementary
Limited Capacity full
This session explores the dispositions of Transformational Learning and the Teaching and Learning Framework, which have led to school environments in which personalized learning is supported through purposeful use of technology. By the end of the session, participants will understand how to leverage the Transformational Learning Readiness Guide and Teaching and Learning Framework when developing professional growth goals and seeking out supports for areas of professional growth.
Speakers
RF

Ryan Foster

Elementary Science Coordinator, Teaching and Learning

Monday August 19, 2019 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 204
  Elementary Teachers

12:45pm EDT

Introduction to Transformational Learning - Elementary
Limited Capacity filling up
This session explores the dispositions of Transformational Learning and the Teaching and Learning Framework, which have led to school environments in which personalized learning is supported through purposeful use of technology. By the end of the session, participants will understand how to leverage the Transformational Learning Readiness Guide and Teaching and Learning Framework when developing professional growth goals and seeking out supports for areas of professional growth.
Speakers
avatar for Amber Hester

Amber Hester

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
Hello teachers!I'm delighted to be presenting at TOCI and welcome you to Virginia Beach City Public Schools. I come to you with twenty years’ experience teaching art on the elementary and middle school levels. I'm currently enjoying my new position as Instructional Specialist which... Read More →

Monday August 19, 2019 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 205
  Elementary Teachers

12:45pm EDT

Introduction to Transformational Learning - Elementary
Limited Capacity full
This session explores the dispositions of Transformational Learning and the Teaching and Learning Framework, which have led to school environments in which personalized learning is supported through purposeful use of technology. By the end of the session, participants will understand how to leverage the Transformational Learning Readiness Guide and Teaching and Learning Framework when developing professional growth goals and seeking out supports for areas of professional growth.
Speakers
JR

Jan Roth

Instructional Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning

Monday August 19, 2019 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 206
  Elementary Teachers

12:45pm EDT

Introduction to Transformational Learning - Elementary
Limited Capacity filling up
This session explores the dispositions of Transformational Learning and the Teaching and Learning Framework, which have led to school environments in which personalized learning is supported through purposeful use of technology. By the end of the session, participants will understand how to leverage the Transformational Learning Readiness Guide and Teaching and Learning Framework when developing professional growth goals and seeking out supports for areas of professional growth.
Speakers
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics

Monday August 19, 2019 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 207
  Elementary Teachers

12:45pm EDT

Introduction to Transformational Learning - Elementary
Limited Capacity filling up
This session explores the dispositions of Transformational Learning and the Teaching and Learning Framework, which have led to school environments in which personalized learning is supported through purposeful use of technology. By the end of the session, participants will understand how to leverage the Transformational Learning Readiness Guide and Teaching and Learning Framework when developing professional growth goals and seeking out supports for areas of professional growth.
Speakers
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Monday August 19, 2019 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 208
  Elementary Teachers

12:45pm EDT

Introduction to Transformational Learning - Elementary
Limited Capacity full
This session explores the dispositions of Transformational Learning and the Teaching and Learning Framework, which have led to school environments in which personalized learning is supported through purposeful use of technology. By the end of the session, participants will understand how to leverage the Transformational Learning Readiness Guide and Teaching and Learning Framework when developing professional growth goals and seeking out supports for areas of professional growth.
Speakers
avatar for Charlie Hinsch

Charlie Hinsch

Instructional Technology Coordinator, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
I'm an Instructional Technology Coordinator with a passion for infusing technology in education & looking to change the way digital natives learn. Lets connect!

Monday August 19, 2019 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 209
  Elementary Teachers

12:45pm EDT

Introduction to Transformational Learning-Secondary
Limited Capacity full
This session explores the dispositions of Transformational Learning and the Teaching and Learning Framework, which have led to school environments in which personalized learning is supported through purposeful use of technology. By the end of the session, participants will understand how to leverage the Transformational Learning Readiness Guide and Teaching and Learning Framework when developing professional growth goals and seeking out supports for areas of professional growth.
Speakers
avatar for Thomas Coker

Thomas Coker

Secondary Mathematics Coordinator, Secondary Teaching and Learning

Monday August 19, 2019 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 211
  Secondary Teachers

12:45pm EDT

Introduction to Transformational Learning-Secondary
Limited Capacity full
This session explores the dispositions of Transformational Learning and the Teaching and Learning Framework, which have led to school environments in which personalized learning is supported through purposeful use of technology. By the end of the session, participants will understand how to leverage the Transformational Learning Readiness Guide and Teaching and Learning Framework when developing professional growth goals and seeking out supports for areas of professional growth.
Speakers
TT

Teri Tucker

Assistant Principal HS, Bayside HS

Monday August 19, 2019 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 210
  Secondary Teachers

12:45pm EDT

Introduction to Transformational Learning-Secondary
Limited Capacity full
This session explores the dispositions of Transformational Learning and the Teaching and Learning Framework, which have led to school environments in which personalized learning is supported through purposeful use of technology. By the end of the session, participants will understand how to leverage the Transformational Learning Readiness Guide and Teaching and Learning Framework when developing professional growth goals and seeking out supports for areas of professional growth.
Speakers
avatar for Theresa Dougherty

Theresa Dougherty

Coordinator, Business & Information Technology, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
KM

Monday August 19, 2019 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 213
  Secondary Teachers

12:45pm EDT

Introduction to Transformational Learning-Secondary
Limited Capacity filling up
This session explores the dispositions of Transformational Learning and the Teaching and Learning Framework, which have led to school environments in which personalized learning is supported through purposeful use of technology. By the end of the session, participants will understand how to leverage the Transformational Learning Readiness Guide and Teaching and Learning Framework when developing professional growth goals and seeking out supports for areas of professional growth.
Speakers
avatar for Angela Boubouheropoulos

Angela Boubouheropoulos

K-12 Gifted Coordinator, Department of Teaching and Learning

Monday August 19, 2019 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 216
  Secondary Teachers

12:45pm EDT

Introduction to Transformational Learning-Secondary
Limited Capacity filling up
This session explores the dispositions of Transformational Learning and the Teaching and Learning Framework, which have led to school environments in which personalized learning is supported through purposeful use of technology. By the end of the session, participants will understand how to leverage the Transformational Learning Readiness Guide and Teaching and Learning Framework when developing professional growth goals and seeking out supports for areas of professional growth.
Speakers
KG

Keith Goodman

Secondary Teaching and Learning

Monday August 19, 2019 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 217
  Secondary Teachers

12:45pm EDT

Introduction to Transformational Learning-Secondary
Limited Capacity filling up
This session explores the dispositions of Transformational Learning and the Teaching and Learning Framework, which have led to school environments in which personalized learning is supported through purposeful use of technology. By the end of the session, participants will understand how to leverage the Transformational Learning Readiness Guide and Teaching and Learning Framework when developing professional growth goals and seeking out supports for areas of professional growth.
Speakers
avatar for Kristine Troch

Kristine Troch

Other, Teaching and Learning
Secondary Social Studies Coordinator
CV

Cammie Vadersen

Coordinator, Teaching and Learning

Monday August 19, 2019 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 212
  Secondary Teachers

12:45pm EDT

Introduction to Transformational Learning-Secondary
Limited Capacity filling up
This session explores the dispositions of Transformational Learning and the Teaching and Learning Framework, which have led to school environments in which personalized learning is supported through purposeful use of technology. By the end of the session, participants will understand how to leverage the Transformational Learning Readiness Guide and Teaching and Learning Framework when developing professional growth goals and seeking out supports for areas of professional growth.
Speakers
avatar for Kim Adams

Kim Adams

Instructional Technology Coordinator, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Coordinator, Instructional Technology, Department of Technology, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
avatar for Bridget Mariano

Bridget Mariano

Instructional Specialist, VBCPS
I taught chemistry and AP chemistry at Ocean Lakes High School for 11 years before transitioning to the field of Instructional Technology and ultimately STEM and Innovation Instructional design. I work with students, staff, teacher leaders, administrators, and the community to improve... Read More →

Monday August 19, 2019 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 218
  Secondary Teachers

12:45pm EDT

Introduction to Transformational Learning-Secondary
Limited Capacity full
This session explores the dispositions of Transformational Learning and the Teaching and Learning Framework, which have led to school environments in which personalized learning is supported through purposeful use of technology. By the end of the session, participants will understand how to leverage the Transformational Learning Readiness Guide and Teaching and Learning Framework when developing professional growth goals and seeking out supports for areas of professional growth.
Speakers
avatar for Kelly Arble

Kelly Arble

K-12 World Language Coordinator, Virginia Beach City Public Schools, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
avatar for Zach Neumann

Zach Neumann

World Language Instructional Specialist, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Bonjour! My passion in teaching world languages is using comprehensible input to help teachers and student remain in the target language at all levels. Teaching in the target language is a MUST if we are going to help grow students' proficiency. I am also passionate about traveling... Read More →

Monday August 19, 2019 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 219
  Secondary Teachers

12:45pm EDT

Introduction to Transformational Learning-Secondary
Limited Capacity filling up
This session explores the dispositions of Transformational Learning and the Teaching and Learning Framework, which have led to school environments in which personalized learning is supported through purposeful use of technology. By the end of the session, participants will understand how to leverage the Transformational Learning Readiness Guide and Teaching and Learning Framework when developing professional growth goals and seeking out supports for areas of professional growth.
Speakers
avatar for Christopher Buhner

Christopher Buhner

Visual Arts Coordinator, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Passionate about the role that visual arts play in a well-rounded education for students.

Monday August 19, 2019 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 220
  Secondary Teachers

12:45pm EDT

Introduction to Transformational Learning-Secondary
Limited Capacity filling up
This session explores the dispositions of Transformational Learning and the Teaching and Learning Framework, which have led to school environments in which personalized learning is supported through purposeful use of technology. By the end of the session, participants will understand how to leverage the Transformational Learning Readiness Guide and Teaching and Learning Framework when developing professional growth goals and seeking out supports for areas of professional growth.
Speakers
avatar for Britani Kerns

Britani Kerns

Secondary English Instructional Specialist, Secondary Teaching and Learning

Monday August 19, 2019 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 214
  Secondary Teachers

1:45pm EDT

VBCPS Welcome
In this session, participants will be formally welcomed to VBCPS and will hear a special message from our superintendent.
Monday August 19, 2019 1:45pm - 3:15pm EDT
Green Run HS: Auditorium 1700 Dahlia Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23453
  All Attendees

3:30pm EDT

Optional Learning Sessions- Information
Topics will vary. These sessions are optional to attend.  No registration is necessary.   
Speakers
V

Monday August 19, 2019 3:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Various Locations 1700 Dahlia Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23453
  All Attendees

3:30pm EDT

Brief intro to OER and #GoOpenVBCPS
"Education is sharing knowledge and passion" -David Wiley
The Department of Teaching and Learning invites teachers to learn how to use technology to retain, reuse, revise, remix, and redistribute openly-licensed educational resources in order to transform our written, taught, and tested curriculum and #GoOpenVBCPS! 
Speakers
avatar for Bridget Mariano

Bridget Mariano

Instructional Specialist, VBCPS
I taught chemistry and AP chemistry at Ocean Lakes High School for 11 years before transitioning to the field of Instructional Technology and ultimately STEM and Innovation Instructional design. I work with students, staff, teacher leaders, administrators, and the community to improve... Read More →

Monday August 19, 2019 3:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 203
  Optional Sessions

3:30pm EDT

Creating a Performance-Based Culture
This session aims to further develop the understandings, value, and reasoning behind performance-based learning, as well as the strategies and supports that can be incorporated at various levels (individual teachers, grade levels or building-wide) for developing a performance-based culture. These actions work to serve the development of 'Problem Solvers and Value Creators' at the elementary level in order to provide a strong foundation for future academic work.
Speakers
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning

Monday August 19, 2019 3:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 204
  Optional Sessions

3:30pm EDT

Digital Cafe - Access Benefits and Wellness Programs on the Go
Learn all the easy ways to keep track of your benefits right from your smartphone.
Speakers
KC
KK

Kelly Knight

Benefits Program Specialist (Wellness), Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Hello,I am always happy to discuss and help connect my coworkers with health and wellness resources. I look forward to speaking with you.

Monday August 19, 2019 3:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Library
  Optional Sessions

3:30pm EDT

Independent Reading: Offering Choice and Voice in the English Classroom
How can we get students to read more? This session will focus on ways to increase independent reading by giving students choice and how teachers can use that independent reading to reinforce and demonstrate understanding of skills.
Speakers
CV

Cammie Vadersen

Coordinator, Teaching and Learning

TOCLI Student Voice and Choice through Literature pdf
The Crossover docx
Monday August 19, 2019 3:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 205
  Optional Sessions

3:30pm EDT

Open Q&A (Everything They Didn’t Teach in Your Prep Program)
This session will allow you an opportunity to ask all of those questions you didn’t think to ask or were too afraid to ask during your teacher preparation program.
Speakers
avatar for Zach Neumann

Zach Neumann

World Language Instructional Specialist, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Bonjour! My passion in teaching world languages is using comprehensible input to help teachers and student remain in the target language at all levels. Teaching in the target language is a MUST if we are going to help grow students' proficiency. I am also passionate about traveling... Read More →

Monday August 19, 2019 3:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 202
  Optional Sessions

3:30pm EDT

Professional Learning Badging Opportunities
Are you curious about specializations? Come learn about this professional learning opportunity that fosters teacher agency and choice. By the end of the session, you will know what specializations are and what you need to do to get started earning specializations.
Speakers
avatar for Chelyse Miller

Chelyse Miller

Admin Asst ES, College Park ES
Chelyse Miller is a Professional Learning Specialist who specializes in online learning and technology. In 2013, she earned the distinction of “William C. Lowry Mathematics Educator of the Year in the Commonwealth of Virginia.” She has been published in educational journals and... Read More →
KC

Katie Cirilli

Assistant Principal MS, Great Neck MS

Monday August 19, 2019 3:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 201
  Optional Sessions

3:30pm EDT

The Power of Closing Circles
How can you wrap up the day and send your students off with a sense of accomplishment and belonging? Discover the power of the Closing Circle.  Learners will participate in closing circle activities and leave with practical tips to get started.
Speakers
avatar for Allie Sansone

Allie Sansone

Professional Learning Specialist, Office of Professional Growth and Innovation

Monday August 19, 2019 3:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 209
  Optional Sessions

3:30pm EDT

Utilizing the VBCPS SEL Stockpile
The Social-Emotional Learning strategies stockpile provides practical and often familiar ways to introduce and deepen the use of SEL strategies in schools, classrooms and school communities. The stockpile introduces a variety of examples that, when used authentically and intentionally, can help educators create safe, equity-centered, productive learning and working spaces for all students and adults.
Speakers
avatar for Angelyn Nichols

Angelyn Nichols

Specialist, Professional Growth and Innovation

Monday August 19, 2019 3:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 210
  Optional Sessions

3:30pm EDT

VB NBCT (National Board Certified Teacher) Support Program and Overview
This session will share eligibility requirements and division support available to those interested in pursuing National Board Certification.
Speakers
avatar for Angela Parsons

Angela Parsons

Other, Professional Growth and Innovation

Monday August 19, 2019 3:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 200
  Optional Sessions
 
Tuesday, August 20
 

7:30am EDT

Check in
Tuesday August 20, 2019 7:30am - 7:50am EDT
Green Run HS 1700 Dahlia Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23453

8:00am EDT

Check in
Tuesday August 20, 2019 8:00am - 8:20am EDT
Green Run HS 1700 Dahlia Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23453

8:00am EDT

Fifth Grade Curriculum Overview for Beginning Teachers
Teachers will review comprehensive literacy, mathematics, and content curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfulls the essential learning requirement for Elementary Curriculum Essentials.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
KD

Katie Dooley

5th Grade Tchr
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
MI

Madeline Isacoff

Title II Resource
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 8:00am - 8:45am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 200
  Elementary Teachers

8:00am EDT

Fifth Grade Curriculum Overview for Experienced Teachers
Teachers will review comprehensive literacy, mathematics, and content curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfulls the essential learning requirement for Elementary Curriculum Essentials.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
KD

Katie Dooley

5th Grade Tchr
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
MI

Madeline Isacoff

Title II Resource
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 8:00am - 8:45am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 201
  Elementary Teachers

8:00am EDT

First Grade Curriculum Overview for Beginning Teachers
Teachers will review comprehensive literacy, mathematics, and content curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfulls the essential learning requirement for Elementary Curriculum Essentials.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
AF

Anne Flavin

1st Grade Teacher, Landstown Elementary
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
MR

Mercedes Rivera

Title I Resource, Point O' View ES
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 8:00am - 8:45am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 211
  Elementary Teachers

8:00am EDT

First Grade Curriculum Overview for Experienced Teachers
Teachers will review comprehensive literacy, mathematics, and content curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfulls the essential learning requirement for Elementary Curriculum Essentials.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
AF

Anne Flavin

1st Grade Teacher, Landstown Elementary
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
MR

Mercedes Rivera

Title I Resource, Point O' View ES
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 8:00am - 8:45am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 212
  Elementary Teachers

8:00am EDT

Fourth Grade Curriculum Overview for Beginning Teachers
Teachers will review comprehensive literacy, mathematics, and content curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfulls the essential learning requirement for Elementary Curriculum Essentials.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JB

Jeri Blythe

4th Grade Tchr
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
CS

Charlotte Shulte

4th Grade Tchr, Parkway ES
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 8:00am - 8:45am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 207
  Elementary Teachers

8:00am EDT

Fourth Grade Curriculum Overview for Experienced Teachers
Teachers will review comprehensive literacy, mathematics, and content curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfulls the essential learning requirement for Elementary Curriculum Essentials.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JB

Jeri Blythe

4th Grade Tchr
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
CS

Charlotte Shulte

4th Grade Tchr, Parkway ES
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 8:00am - 8:45am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 208
  Elementary Teachers

8:00am EDT

Kindergarten Curriculum Overview for Beginning Teachers
Teachers will review comprehensive literacy, mathematics, and content curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfulls the essential learning requirement for Elementary Curriculum Essentials.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
JC

Julie Cashman

1st Grade Tchr
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
KS

Kristin Sheely

Shelton Park Elementary
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 8:00am - 8:45am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 204
  Elementary Teachers

8:00am EDT

Kindergarten Curriculum Overview for Experienced Teachers
Teachers will review comprehensive literacy, mathematics, and content curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfulls the essential learning requirement for Elementary Curriculum Essentials.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
JC

Julie Cashman

1st Grade Tchr
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
KS

Kristin Sheely

Shelton Park Elementary
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 8:00am - 8:45am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 205
  Elementary Teachers

8:00am EDT

Second Grade Curriculum Overview for Beginning Teachers
Teachers will review comprehensive literacy, mathematics, and content curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfulls the essential learning requirement for Elementary Curriculum Essentials.
Speakers
avatar for Amber Armstrong

Amber Armstrong

Teacher, Kempsville Elementary
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
avatar for Adrienne Jimerson

Adrienne Jimerson

2nd Grade Teacher, Kempsville Elementary School
Schoology Champion. Seesaw Ambassador. Flipgrid Certified Educator. Screencastify Master. EpicBooks! Certified Educator. Personalized / Blended / Flipped Learning Advocate. VBDLSS presenter ('17, '18, '19). Elementary Educator with VBCPS since 2005.
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 8:00am - 8:45am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 203
  Elementary Teachers

8:00am EDT

Second Grade Curriculum Overview for Experienced Teachers
Teachers will review comprehensive literacy, mathematics, and content curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfulls the essential learning requirement for Elementary Curriculum Essentials.
Speakers
avatar for Amber Armstrong

Amber Armstrong

Teacher, Kempsville Elementary
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
avatar for Adrienne Jimerson

Adrienne Jimerson

2nd Grade Teacher, Kempsville Elementary School
Schoology Champion. Seesaw Ambassador. Flipgrid Certified Educator. Screencastify Master. EpicBooks! Certified Educator. Personalized / Blended / Flipped Learning Advocate. VBDLSS presenter ('17, '18, '19). Elementary Educator with VBCPS since 2005.
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 8:00am - 8:45am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 202
  Elementary Teachers

8:00am EDT

Third Grade Curriculum Overview for Beginning Teachers
Teachers will review comprehensive literacy, mathematics, and content curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfulls the essential learning requirement for Elementary Curriculum Essentials.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Tatjana Roth

Tatjana Roth

Math/Science Coach, Lynnhaven ES
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
AW

Amie Wetmore

Instructional Coach, Malibu ES

Tuesday August 20, 2019 8:00am - 8:45am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 209
  Elementary Teachers

8:00am EDT

Third Grade Curriculum Overview for Experienced Teachers
Teachers will review comprehensive literacy, mathematics, and content curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfulls the essential learning requirement for Elementary Curriculum Essentials.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Tatjana Roth

Tatjana Roth

Math/Science Coach, Lynnhaven ES
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
AW

Amie Wetmore

Instructional Coach, Malibu ES

Tuesday August 20, 2019 8:00am - 8:45am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 210
  Elementary Teachers

8:00am EDT

Early Childhood Special Education Program Overview
This session will provide an overview of the Early Childhood Special Education Program.
Speakers
WL
TS

Tammy Spears

Early Child Spec Ed Tchr

Tuesday August 20, 2019 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 213
  Elementary Teachers

8:00am EDT

Adapted Academic Foundations (AAF)/Functional Academic Foundations (FAF)Programming and Curriculum Overview
This session will provide an overview of program resources for the AAF and FAF classrooms.
Speakers
KK

Katie Kubichan

Instr Specialist
MP

Megan Poole

Cross Categ - ED/LD Tchr

Tuesday August 20, 2019 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 214
  K-12 Programs Teachers

8:00am EDT

Hearing Impaired Program Overview
This session will provide detailed information regarding the roles and responsibilities of VBCPS Hearing Impaired Program.
Speakers
MG

Michelle Galvin

Spch/Lang Pathologist
JN

Jessica Nicolas

Spch/Lang Pathologist

Tuesday August 20, 2019 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 234
  K-12 Programs Teachers

8:00am EDT

Speech and Language Pathologist Program Overview
This session will provide detailed information regarding the roles and responsibilities of VBCPS SLPs.
Speakers
MG

Michelle Galvin

Spch/Lang Pathologist
JN

Jessica Nicolas

Spch/Lang Pathologist

Tuesday August 20, 2019 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 233
  K-12 Programs Teachers

8:00am EDT

Library Media Specialists Program Overview
In this session, learners will engage with material from the library handbook to learn about the district's library program.
Speakers
EB

Erin Berens

Library Media Specialist
avatar for Rebekah Circelli

Rebekah Circelli

Library Media Specialist, VBCPS
avatar for Kelly Miller

Kelly Miller

Coordinator K12 Library Services, Virginia Beach City Public Schools

Tuesday August 20, 2019 8:00am - 10:15am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 108
  K-12 Programs Teachers

8:15am EDT

Check in
Tuesday August 20, 2019 8:15am - 8:35am EDT
Green Run HS 1700 Dahlia Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23453

8:30am EDT

Pre-Kindergarten Program Overview
Participants will learn all components of Pre-K instructional design, delivery, and social-emotional competencies.
Speakers
C

Cooper

Title I Coordinator, VBCPS
avatar for Dr. Karen Drosinos

Dr. Karen Drosinos

Assistant Principal ES, Diamond Springs ES

Tuesday August 20, 2019 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 206
  Elementary Teachers

8:30am EDT

English Curriculum Part 1 for High School Beginning Teachers
English teachers will be introduced to the VBCPS curriculum.
Speakers
avatar for Britani Kerns

Britani Kerns

Secondary English Instructional Specialist, Secondary Teaching and Learning
TT

Teri Tucker

Assistant Principal HS, Bayside HS
CV

Cammie Vadersen

Coordinator, Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 8:30am - 10:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 113
  Secondary Teachers

8:30am EDT

English Curriculum Part 1 for Middle School Beginning Teachers
English teachers will be introduced to the VBCPS curriculum.
Speakers
avatar for Britani Kerns

Britani Kerns

Secondary English Instructional Specialist, Secondary Teaching and Learning
TT

Teri Tucker

Assistant Principal HS, Bayside HS
CV

Cammie Vadersen

Coordinator, Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 8:30am - 10:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 114
  Secondary Teachers

8:30am EDT

Math Curriculum Part 1 for High School Beginning Teachers
In this session, participants will explore and discuss their beliefs about teaching and learning mathematics. In examining these beliefs, participants can begin to plan for how mathematics instruction will look and feel in their individual classroom, how they will assess student content knowledge, and how they will collaborate with their peers. Participants will identify best practices in teaching mathematics by viewing a classroom where these best practices are implemented. In addition, participants will have the opportunity to explore district level curriculum resources and how they can support mathematics instruction. Finally, participants will understand the importance of aligning the written curriculum to what is taught and tested in the classroom. This will include a discussion on student data and how it can be used for student agency and goal setting.
Speakers
avatar for Thomas Coker

Thomas Coker

Secondary Mathematics Coordinator, Secondary Teaching and Learning
avatar for Dena McElligott

Dena McElligott

Coordinator Secondary Mathematics, DTAL

Tuesday August 20, 2019 8:30am - 10:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 116
  Secondary Teachers

8:30am EDT

Math Curriculum Part 1 for Middle School Beginning Teachers
In this session, participants will explore and discuss their beliefs about teaching and learning mathematics. In examining these beliefs, participants can begin to plan for how mathematics instruction will look and feel in their individual classroom, how they will assess student content knowledge, and how they can collaborate with their peers. Participants will identify best practices in teaching mathematics by viewing a classroom where these best practices are implemented. In addition, participants will have the opportunity to explore district level curriculum resources and how they can support mathematics instruction. Finally, participants will understand the importance of aligning the written curriculum to what is taught and tested in the classroom. This will include a discussion on student data and how it can be used for student agency and goal setting.
Speakers
avatar for Thomas Coker

Thomas Coker

Secondary Mathematics Coordinator, Secondary Teaching and Learning
avatar for Dena McElligott

Dena McElligott

Coordinator Secondary Mathematics, DTAL

Tuesday August 20, 2019 8:30am - 10:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 115
  Secondary Teachers

8:30am EDT

Reading Curriculum Part 1 for High School Beginning Teachers
Secondary Reading teachers will be introduced to the process for identifying participants in the course, understanding Lexile, and classroom structures.
Speakers
avatar for Monica Robinson

Monica Robinson

Coord Acad Supp Programs K-12, Teaching and Learning
ET

Tuesday August 20, 2019 8:30am - 10:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 111
  Secondary Teachers

8:30am EDT

Reading Curriculum Part 1 for Middle School Beginning Teachers
Secondary Reading teachers will be introduced to the process for identifying participants in the course, understanding Lexile, and classroom structures.
Speakers
avatar for Monica Robinson

Monica Robinson

Coord Acad Supp Programs K-12, Teaching and Learning
ET

Tuesday August 20, 2019 8:30am - 10:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 110
  Secondary Teachers

8:30am EDT

Science Curriculum Part 1 for High School Beginning Teachers
Teachers will explore the VBCPS Secondary Science curriculum by navigating the science curriculum groups in Schoology. Teachers will become familiar with the components and expectations of effective science instruction and learning plans as they relate to the Teaching and Learning Framework and Transformational Learning. Teachers will utilize the Understanding by Design curriculum units to plan instruction for the first days of school. This session fulfills the Essential session HS/MS Science and Curriculum Updates.
Speakers
KG

Keith Goodman

Secondary Teaching and Learning
avatar for Amanda Malbon

Amanda Malbon

Assistant Principal HS, Ocean Lakes HS

Tuesday August 20, 2019 8:30am - 10:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 117
  Secondary Teachers

8:30am EDT

Science Curriculum Part 1 for Middle School Beginning Teachers
Teachers will explore the VBCPS Secondary Science curriculum, by navigating the science curriculum groups in Schoology. Teachers will become familiar with the components and expectations of effective science instruction and learning plans as they relate to the Teaching and Learning Framework and Transformational Learning. Teachers will utilize the Understanding by Design curriculum units to plan instruction for the first days of school. This session fulfills the Essential session HS/MS Science and Curriculum Updates.
Speakers
KG

Keith Goodman

Secondary Teaching and Learning
avatar for Amanda Malbon

Amanda Malbon

Assistant Principal HS, Ocean Lakes HS

Tuesday August 20, 2019 8:30am - 10:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 118
  Secondary Teachers

8:30am EDT

Social Studies Curriculum Part 1 for High School Beginning Teachers
HS Beginning Social Studies teachers will learn VBCPS expectations in delivering curriculum, how to find learning objects in Schoology, and how to integrate skills and content. Opportunities to investigate pacing and pre-planning will occur before meeting with PLC members.
Speakers
MD

Mark Diacopoulos

Secondary Teaching and Learning
avatar for Kristine Troch

Kristine Troch

Other, Teaching and Learning
Secondary Social Studies Coordinator

Tuesday August 20, 2019 8:30am - 10:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 130
  Secondary Teachers

8:30am EDT

Social Studies Curriculum Part 1 for Middle School Beginning Teachers
MS Beginning Social Studies teachers will learn VBCPS expectations in delivering curriculum, how to find learning objects in Schoology, and how to integrate skills and content. Opportunities to investigate pacing and pre-planning will occur before meeting with PLC members.
Speakers
MD

Mark Diacopoulos

Secondary Teaching and Learning
avatar for Kristine Troch

Kristine Troch

Other, Teaching and Learning
Secondary Social Studies Coordinator

Tuesday August 20, 2019 8:30am - 10:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 129
  Secondary Teachers

8:30am EDT

Technical and Career Education Curriculum Part 1
In this session, teachers will be introduced to their curriculum, content, or program.
Speakers
avatar for Theresa Dougherty

Theresa Dougherty

Coordinator, Business & Information Technology, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
avatar for Dr. Charles Hurd
avatar for Sara L. Lockett

Sara L. Lockett

Director, Office of Technical and Career Education
avatar for Dr. Brandon Martin

Dr. Brandon Martin

Coordinator, Office of Technical & Career Education
avatar for Gina Sidhu

Gina Sidhu

Coord CTE Admin & Mktg Program, Career &Technical Education Department
KM

Tuesday August 20, 2019 8:30am - 10:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 112
  Secondary Teachers

8:30am EDT

World Languages Curriculum Part I
In this session, teachers will be introduced to the VBCPS world languages philosophy and how it is embedded in the curriculum. Teachers will learn where to locate resources that support the curriculum.
Speakers
avatar for Zach Neumann

Zach Neumann

World Language Instructional Specialist, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Bonjour! My passion in teaching world languages is using comprehensible input to help teachers and student remain in the target language at all levels. Teaching in the target language is a MUST if we are going to help grow students' proficiency. I am also passionate about traveling... Read More →

Tuesday August 20, 2019 8:30am - 10:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 109
  Secondary Teachers

8:30am EDT

Comprehensive School Counseling Programs in VBCPS Part 1
This session will help ensure school counselors have a strong foundation for developing and assisting the implementation of a comprehensive school counseling program in VBCPS. By the end of the session, school counselors will be able to articulate their roles and responsibilities, understand the essential components of a comprehensive school counseling program, communicate the tiered delivery system for school counselors, and identify where to access resources for a variety of areas related to stakeholder needs.
Speakers
RJ

Robert Jamison

Other, Teaching and Learning
Mr. Robert B. Jamison is the coordinator of School Counseling Services for Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBCPS). Mr. Jamison earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at the University of Virginia in 2004. In August 2008 he was hired as a professional school counselor in VBCPS... Read More →

Tuesday August 20, 2019 8:30am - 10:15am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 125
  K-12 Programs Teachers

8:45am EDT

Learning Environment & First Weeks of School for Experienced Secondary SPED
Limited Capacity seats available
This session will provide an overview of division expectations and best practices to help Special Education teachers during the first weeks of school. Participants will be introduced to VBCPS expectations for effectively establishing a positive learning environment.
Speakers
BT

Bianca Thomas

Other, Teaching and Learning
avatar for Janet Sullivan

Janet Sullivan

School Improvement Specialist, Kempsville MS
This is my 29th year as an educator in VBCPS. My experience is in special education as a teacher, Program Compliance Support Teacher, and Instructional Specialist. I am currently in my first year as Kempsville Middle's School Improvement Specialist.
JV
SH

Tuesday August 20, 2019 8:45am - 10:15am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 128
  Secondary Teachers

8:45am EDT

Learning Environment for Experienced Teachers
Limited Capacity filling up
Participants will be introduced to VBCPS expectations for effectively establishing a positive learning environment.
Speakers
AN

Tuesday August 20, 2019 8:45am - 10:15am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 104
  Secondary Teachers

8:45am EDT

Learning Environment for Experienced Teachers
Limited Capacity filling up
Participants will be introduced to VBCPS expectations for effectively establishing a positive learning environment.
Speakers
avatar for Kathleen Trace

Kathleen Trace

Teacher/Department Chair, VBCPS
I am a National Board Certified Teacher who passionate about helping new teachers survive and thrive in their first year. My blog has tons of free advice: www.wannabeteacher.com.

Tuesday August 20, 2019 8:45am - 10:15am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 107
  Secondary Teachers

8:45am EDT

Learning Environment for Experienced Teachers
Limited Capacity filling up
Participants will be introduced to VBCPS expectations for effectively establishing a positive learning environment.
Speakers
TB

Torri Butler

Literacy Teacher, Plaza MS
avatar for Louis Castiglioni

Tuesday August 20, 2019 8:45am - 10:15am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 106
  Secondary Teachers

8:45am EDT

Learning Environment for Experienced Teachers
Limited Capacity filling up
Participants will be introduced to VBCPS expectations for effectively establishing a positive learning environment.
Speakers
KK

Kim Kelleher

Teacher, Corporate Landing MS
BM

Tuesday August 20, 2019 8:45am - 10:15am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 105
  Secondary Teachers

8:45am EDT

Learning Environment for Experienced Teachers
Limited Capacity filling up
Participants will be introduced to VBCPS expectations for effectively establishing a positive learning environment.
Speakers
MB

Tuesday August 20, 2019 8:45am - 10:15am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 103
  Secondary Teachers

8:45am EDT

Learning Environment for Experienced Teachers
Limited Capacity full
Participants will be introduced to VBCPS expectations for effectively establishing a positive learning environment.
Speakers
JB

Joshua Brown

Gifted Resource Teacher
An English teacher at Virginia Beach Middle School for the past ten years, Joshua Brown is a Virginia Beach native and VBCPS graduate, an avid gardener (flowers, not vegetables!), and loves his Chocolate Borador, Magellan. Josh has served in many extracurricular roles at VBMS including... Read More →

Tuesday August 20, 2019 8:45am - 10:15am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 102
  Secondary Teachers

9:00am EDT

Elementary English as a Second Language Overview Part 1
In this session, participants will be introduced to the VBCPS English as a Second Language program.
Speakers
SL

Shannon Leonard

English Learner Instructional Specialist, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
 
avatar for Nicole DeVries

Nicole DeVries

Director, K-12 and Gifted Programs, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 120
  Elementary Teachers

9:00am EDT

Fifth Grade Digging into Mathematics for Beginning Teachers
Teachers will review the mathematics curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfills the Essential Elementary Curriculum.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
KD

Katie Dooley

5th Grade Tchr
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
MI

Madeline Isacoff

Title II Resource
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 200
  Elementary Teachers

9:00am EDT

Fifth Grade Digging into Mathematics for Experienced Teachers
Teachers will review the mathematics content curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfills the Essential Elementary Curriculum.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
KD

Katie Dooley

5th Grade Tchr
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
MI

Madeline Isacoff

Title II Resource
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 201
  Elementary Teachers

9:00am EDT

First Grade Digging into Cross-Curricular Science and Social Studies for Beginning Teachers
Teachers will review content curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfills the Essential Elementary Curriculum.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
AF

Anne Flavin

1st Grade Teacher, Landstown Elementary
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
MR

Mercedes Rivera

Title I Resource, Point O' View ES
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 211
  Elementary Teachers

9:00am EDT

First Grade Digging into Cross-Curricular Science and Social Studies for Experienced Teachers
Teachers will review content curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfills the Essential Elementary Curriculum.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
AF

Anne Flavin

1st Grade Teacher, Landstown Elementary
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
MR

Mercedes Rivera

Title I Resource, Point O' View ES
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 212
  Elementary Teachers

9:00am EDT

Fourth Grade Digging into Cross-Curricular Science and Social Studies for Beginning Teachers
Teachers will review content curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfills the Essential Elementary Curriculum.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JB

Jeri Blythe

4th Grade Tchr
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
CS

Charlotte Shulte

4th Grade Tchr, Parkway ES
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 207
  Elementary Teachers

9:00am EDT

Fourth Grade Digging into Cross-Curricular Science and Social Studies for Experienced Teachers
Teachers will review content curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfills the Essential Elementary Curriculum.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JB

Jeri Blythe

4th Grade Tchr
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
CS

Charlotte Shulte

4th Grade Tchr, Parkway ES
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 208
  Elementary Teachers

9:00am EDT

Reading Specialist Overview
Participants in the session will be introduced to the Reading Specialist program.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 121
  Elementary Teachers

9:00am EDT

Second Grade Digging into Mathematics for Beginning Teachers
Teachers will review the mathematics curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfills the Essential Elementary Curriculum.
Speakers
avatar for Amber Armstrong

Amber Armstrong

Teacher, Kempsville Elementary
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
avatar for Adrienne Jimerson

Adrienne Jimerson

2nd Grade Teacher, Kempsville Elementary School
Schoology Champion. Seesaw Ambassador. Flipgrid Certified Educator. Screencastify Master. EpicBooks! Certified Educator. Personalized / Blended / Flipped Learning Advocate. VBDLSS presenter ('17, '18, '19). Elementary Educator with VBCPS since 2005.
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 203
  Elementary Teachers

9:00am EDT

Second Grade Digging into Mathematics for Experienced Teachers
Teachers will review the mathematics curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfills the Essential Elementary Curriculum.
Speakers
avatar for Amber Armstrong

Amber Armstrong

Teacher, Kempsville Elementary
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
avatar for Adrienne Jimerson

Adrienne Jimerson

2nd Grade Teacher, Kempsville Elementary School
Schoology Champion. Seesaw Ambassador. Flipgrid Certified Educator. Screencastify Master. EpicBooks! Certified Educator. Personalized / Blended / Flipped Learning Advocate. VBDLSS presenter ('17, '18, '19). Elementary Educator with VBCPS since 2005.
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 202
  Elementary Teachers

9:00am EDT

Kindergarten Comprehensive Literacy and Content Integration for Beginning Teachers
Teachers will review the comprehensive literacy and content curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfills the Essential Elementary Curriculum.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
BB

Bridget Buchinger

Reading Specialist, Malibu ES
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 204
  Elementary Teachers

9:00am EDT

Kindergarten Comprehensive Literacy and Content Integration for Experienced Teachers
Teachers will review the comprehensive literacy and content curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfills the Essential Elementary Curriculum.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
BB

Bridget Buchinger

Reading Specialist, Malibu ES
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 205
  Elementary Teachers

9:00am EDT

Third Grade Comprehensive Literacy for Beginning Teachers
Teachers will review the comprehensive literacy curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfills the Essential Elementary Curriculum.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
AW

Ashlee Williams

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 209
  Elementary Teachers

9:00am EDT

Third Grade Comprehensive Literacy for Experienced Teachers
Teachers will review the comprehensive literacy curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfills the Essential Elementary Curriculum.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
AW

Ashlee Williams

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 210
  Elementary Teachers

9:15am EDT

Early Childhood Special Education Program Overview
This session will provide an overview of the program resources for ECSE.
Speakers
WL
TS

Tammy Spears

Early Child Spec Ed Tchr

Tuesday August 20, 2019 9:15am - 10:45am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 213
  Elementary Teachers

9:15am EDT

Adapted Academic Foundations (AAF)/Functional Academic Foundations (FAF)Programming and Curriculum Overview
This session will provide an overview of program resources for the AAF and FAF classrooms.
Speakers
KK

Katie Kubichan

Instr Specialist
MP

Megan Poole

Cross Categ - ED/LD Tchr

Tuesday August 20, 2019 9:15am - 10:45am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 214
  K-12 Programs Teachers

9:15am EDT

Hearing Impaired Program Overview
This session will provide detailed information regarding the roles and responsibilities of VBCPS teachers who work with Hearing Impaired students.
Speakers
MG

Michelle Galvin

Spch/Lang Pathologist
JN

Jessica Nicolas

Spch/Lang Pathologist

Tuesday August 20, 2019 9:15am - 10:45am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 234
  K-12 Programs Teachers

9:15am EDT

Speech and Language Pathologist Program Overview
This session will provide detailed information regarding the roles and responsibilities of VBCPS SLPs.
Speakers
MG

Michelle Galvin

Spch/Lang Pathologist
JN

Jessica Nicolas

Spch/Lang Pathologist

Tuesday August 20, 2019 9:15am - 10:45am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 233
  K-12 Programs Teachers

9:45am EDT

Digging into the Pre-Kindergarten Curriculum
Participants will learn all components of Pre-K instructional design, delivery, and social-emotional competencies.
Speakers
C

Cooper

Title I Coordinator, VBCPS
avatar for Dr. Karen Drosinos

Dr. Karen Drosinos

Assistant Principal ES, Diamond Springs ES

Tuesday August 20, 2019 9:45am - 11:15am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 206
  Elementary Teachers

10:15am EDT

English Curriculum Part 2 for High School Beginning Teachers
English teachers will be introduced to the VBCPS curriculum.
Speakers
avatar for Britani Kerns

Britani Kerns

Secondary English Instructional Specialist, Secondary Teaching and Learning
TT

Teri Tucker

Assistant Principal HS, Bayside HS
CV

Cammie Vadersen

Coordinator, Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 10:15am - 12:15pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 113
  Secondary Teachers

10:15am EDT

English Curriculum Part 2 for Middle School Beginning Teachers
English teachers will be introduced to the VBCPS curriculum.
Speakers
avatar for Britani Kerns

Britani Kerns

Secondary English Instructional Specialist, Secondary Teaching and Learning
TT

Teri Tucker

Assistant Principal HS, Bayside HS
CV

Cammie Vadersen

Coordinator, Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 10:15am - 12:15pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 114
  Secondary Teachers

10:15am EDT

Math Curriculum Part 2 for High School Beginning Teachers
In this session, participants will explore and discuss their beliefs about teaching and learning mathematics. In examining these beliefs, participants can begin to plan for how mathematics instruction will look and feel in their individual classroom, how they will assess student content knowledge, and how to collaborate with their peers. Participants will identify best practices in teaching mathematics by viewing a classroom where these best practices are implemented. In addition, participants will have the opportunity to explore district level curriculum resources and how they can support mathematics instruction. Finally, participants will understand the importance of aligning the written curriculum to what is taught and tested in the classroom. This will include a discussion on student data and how it can be used for student agency and goal setting.
Speakers
avatar for Thomas Coker

Thomas Coker

Secondary Mathematics Coordinator, Secondary Teaching and Learning
avatar for Dena McElligott

Dena McElligott

Coordinator Secondary Mathematics, DTAL

Tuesday August 20, 2019 10:15am - 12:15pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 116
  Secondary Teachers

10:15am EDT

Math Curriculum Part 2 for Middle School Beginning Teachers
In this session, participants will explore and discuss their beliefs about teaching and learning mathematics. In examining these beliefs, participants can begin to plan for how mathematics instruction will look and feel in their individual classroom, how they will assess student content knowledge, and how to collaborate with their peers. Participants will identify best practices in teaching mathematics by viewing a classroom where these best practices are implemented. In addition, participants will have the opportunity to explore district level curriculum resources and how they can support mathematics instruction. Finally, participants will understand the importance of aligning the written curriculum to what is taught and tested in the classroom. This will include a discussion on student data and how it can be used for student agency and goal setting.
Speakers
avatar for Thomas Coker

Thomas Coker

Secondary Mathematics Coordinator, Secondary Teaching and Learning
avatar for Dena McElligott

Dena McElligott

Coordinator Secondary Mathematics, DTAL

Tuesday August 20, 2019 10:15am - 12:15pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 115
  Secondary Teachers

10:15am EDT

Reading Curriculum Part 2 for High School Beginning Teachers
Secondary Reading teachers will be introduced to the process for identifying participants in the course, understanding Lexile, and classroom structures.
Speakers
avatar for Monica Robinson

Monica Robinson

Coord Acad Supp Programs K-12, Teaching and Learning
ET

Tuesday August 20, 2019 10:15am - 12:15pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 111
  Secondary Teachers

10:15am EDT

Reading Curriculum Part 2 for Middle School Beginning Teachers
Secondary Reading teachers will be introduced to the process for identifying participants in the course, understanding Lexile, and classroom structures.
Speakers
avatar for Monica Robinson

Monica Robinson

Coord Acad Supp Programs K-12, Teaching and Learning
ET

Tuesday August 20, 2019 10:15am - 12:15pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 110
  Secondary Teachers

10:15am EDT

Science Curriculum Part 2 for High School Beginning Teachers
Teachers will explore the VBCPS Secondary Science curriculum by navigating the science curriculum groups in Schoology. Teachers will become familiar with the components and expectations of effective science instruction and learning plans as they relate to the Teaching and Learning Framework and Transformational Learning. Teachers will utilize the Understanding by Design curriculum units to plan instruction for the first days of school. This session fulfills the Essential session HS/MS Science and Curriculum Updates.
Speakers
KG

Keith Goodman

Secondary Teaching and Learning
avatar for Amanda Malbon

Amanda Malbon

Assistant Principal HS, Ocean Lakes HS

Tuesday August 20, 2019 10:15am - 12:15pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 117
  Secondary Teachers

10:15am EDT

Science Curriculum Part 2 for Middle School Beginning Teachers
Teachers will explore the VBCPS Secondary Science curriculum by navigating the science curriculum groups in Schoology. Teachers will become familiar with the components and expectations of effective science instruction and learning plans as they relate to the Teaching and Learning Framework and Transformational Learning. Teachers will utilize the Understanding by Design curriculum units to plan instruction for the first days of school. This session fulfills the Essential session HS/MS Science and Curriculum Updates.
Speakers
KG

Keith Goodman

Secondary Teaching and Learning
avatar for Amanda Malbon

Amanda Malbon

Assistant Principal HS, Ocean Lakes HS

Tuesday August 20, 2019 10:15am - 12:15pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 118
  Secondary Teachers

10:15am EDT

Social Studies Curriculum Part 2 for High School Beginning Teachers
HS and MS Beginning Social Studies teachers will learn VBCPS expectations in delivering curriculum, how to find learning objects in Schoology, and how to integrate skills and content. Opportunities to investigate pacing and pre-planning will occur before meeting with PLC members.
Speakers
MD

Mark Diacopoulos

Secondary Teaching and Learning
avatar for Kristine Troch

Kristine Troch

Other, Teaching and Learning
Secondary Social Studies Coordinator

Tuesday August 20, 2019 10:15am - 12:15pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 130
  Secondary Teachers

10:15am EDT

Social Studies Curriculum Part 2 for Middle School Beginning Teachers
HS and MS Beginning Social Studies teachers will learn VBCPS expectations in delivering curriculum, how to find learning objects in Schoology, and how to integrate skills and content. Opportunities to investigate pacing and pre-planning will occur before meeting with PLC members.
Speakers
MD

Mark Diacopoulos

Secondary Teaching and Learning
avatar for Kristine Troch

Kristine Troch

Other, Teaching and Learning
Secondary Social Studies Coordinator

Tuesday August 20, 2019 10:15am - 12:15pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 129
  Secondary Teachers

10:15am EDT

Technical and Career Education Curriculum Part 2
In this session, teachers will be introduced to their curriculum, content, or program.
Speakers
avatar for Theresa Dougherty

Theresa Dougherty

Coordinator, Business & Information Technology, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
avatar for Dr. Charles Hurd
avatar for Sara L. Lockett

Sara L. Lockett

Director, Office of Technical and Career Education
avatar for Dr. Brandon Martin

Dr. Brandon Martin

Coordinator, Office of Technical & Career Education
avatar for Gina Sidhu

Gina Sidhu

Coord CTE Admin & Mktg Program, Career &Technical Education Department
KM

Tuesday August 20, 2019 10:15am - 12:15pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 112
  Secondary Teachers

10:15am EDT

World Languages Curriculum Part 2
In this session, teachers will be introduced to the VBCPS world languages philosophy and how it is embedded in the curriculum. Teachers will learn where to locate resources that support the curriculum.
Speakers
avatar for Zach Neumann

Zach Neumann

World Language Instructional Specialist, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Bonjour! My passion in teaching world languages is using comprehensible input to help teachers and student remain in the target language at all levels. Teaching in the target language is a MUST if we are going to help grow students' proficiency. I am also passionate about traveling... Read More →

Tuesday August 20, 2019 10:15am - 12:15pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 109
  Secondary Teachers

10:30am EDT

Breaking Out of Traditional Classroom Learning: Using Breakout Boxes to Maximize Student Engagement
In this session, participants will learn how to use a teaching tool which facilities problem solving using collaboration, communication, as well as critical and creative thinking. Breakout Boxes can be compared to escape rooms which have students working on a series of questions that come directly from curriculum. Participants will learn how to construct this teaching strategy and then solve a “breakout” activity in a team.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Missy Sullivan

Dr. Missy Sullivan

Gifted Tchr, First Colonial HS
I am passionate about students as well as teachers. I've had a wide range of teaching experience which includes teaching inner-city students in Pre-K, K, 2nd, and 5th grade. I've also taught in a French immersion school working with 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade. When I moved to VA Beach... Read More →

Tuesday August 20, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 105
  Breakout Session

10:30am EDT

Growing Resilient Brains
We will explore the three unique phases of brain development and how each influences learning. Understanding simple brain science can help us build resilient and emotionally healthy brains. Resources will be shared that empower educators and students to become consciously aware of the brain in order to make more mindful, resilient choices.
Speakers
avatar for Angelyn Nichols

Angelyn Nichols

Specialist, Professional Growth and Innovation

Tuesday August 20, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 122
  Breakout Session

10:30am EDT

HSA vs. FSA - Which is right for me? BeWell 101
How to Save with a Health Savings Account?  Learn the difference between the Health Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) VS Health Savings Accounts (HSA)

BEWell (Beach Employee Wellness) - come learn all the tools and activities that are easy & stress-free for you to stay healthy and earn cash rewards! 
Speakers
BQ
MG
KC

Tuesday August 20, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Green Run HS: Library
  Breakout Session

10:30am EDT

Infusing Culturally Responsive Curriculum to meet the needs of Culturally Linguistically Economically Diverse Gifted students.
The purpose of this session is to provide teachers with a toolbox of Culturally Responsive Curriculum strategies and resources to reach all students. During the past three years, the Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBCPS) worked on several strategies to close gaps within the school division. The division created a task force and consulted experts in the field.
Speakers
avatar for Dornswalo Wilkins-McCorey

Dornswalo Wilkins-McCorey

Coordinator of Gifted Education, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Tina Cerja

Tina Cerja

GRT, Lynnhaven MS
Gifted Resource Teacher at Lynnhaven Middle School

Tuesday August 20, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 103
  Breakout Session

10:30am EDT

Joy in the Classroom
What's Joy got to do with it? 
Take a peek into the Joy series that will support you through the school year. Find out why we need it and simple ways to implement Joy in your classroom. 
Speakers
avatar for Jeanne Dodd

Jeanne Dodd

Instructional Technology Specialist, Tallwood ES
TH

Tuesday August 20, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 104
  Breakout Session

10:30am EDT

Question Formulation Technique
This session will explore and discuss how students might benefit from learning to produce, improve, and prioritize questions. Participants will also have the opportunity to explore the QFT and other inquiry supports in more detail, learn more about the science behind curiosity and learning, and develop a plan to improve the culture of curiosity in their classrooms.
Speakers
avatar for Bridget Mariano

Bridget Mariano

Instructional Specialist, VBCPS
I taught chemistry and AP chemistry at Ocean Lakes High School for 11 years before transitioning to the field of Instructional Technology and ultimately STEM and Innovation Instructional design. I work with students, staff, teacher leaders, administrators, and the community to improve... Read More →

Tuesday August 20, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 101
  Breakout Session

10:30am EDT

The Compelling Why for Social-Emotional Learning
This session is intended to deepen and calibrate participants' understanding of social-emotional learning. Teachers will make explicit connections between current strategies and practices and the social and emotional needs of students and consider ways to strengthen social and emotional learning at their school.
Speakers
avatar for Anna Surratt

Anna Surratt

Coordinator of Professional Learning, Department of Professional Growth and Innovation

Tuesday August 20, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 107
  Breakout Session

10:30am EDT

VBCPS Databases & Digital Video Resources
This session explores the various digital resources that the school system provides for both teacher and students.  By the end of the session, participants will know how to use Clever to access the databases, video streaming platforms, eBooks and free public library resources.
Speakers
avatar for Kelly Miller

Kelly Miller

Coordinator K12 Library Services, Virginia Beach City Public Schools

Tuesday August 20, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 102
  Breakout Session

10:30am EDT

What to Expect When You're Expecting a 1:1 Digital Classroom
In VBCPS, "going 1:1" is so much more than everyone gets a Chromebook.  There is a shift in teaching from traditional to transformational that goes hand in hand with our full district digital expansion.  In this session, we will explore guiding questions to develop essential norms and routines.  We will examine the VBCPS Digital Toolkit and discover strategies to deal with digital distraction.  Tips and strategies will be shared to support effective digital design that empowers and engages all learners.  
Speakers
avatar for Anne Bianchi Emmons

Anne Bianchi Emmons

Assistant Principal ES, Lynnhaven ES
avatar for Sheila Teri

Sheila Teri

Instructional Technology Coordinator, Virginia Beach City Public Schools

Tuesday August 20, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 100
  Breakout Session

10:30am EDT

‘Lei-ing the Foundation’ for Culturally Responsive Practices
Educators have the great opportunity to connect teaching and learning to the “lived culture” and experiences of diverse students. Therefore, as educators in VBCPS, we must continually address practices and resources that lead to a more effective teaching and learning environment.  In this session, participants will:
  • Understand the shared meaning of Culturally Responsive Practices (CRP)
  • Explore cultural identities
  • Learn ways in which curriculum supports CRP
  • Acquire resources in capacity-building around CRP provided by the division
Speakers
avatar for Dr. LaQuiche Parrott

Dr. LaQuiche Parrott

Director, of the Office for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, VBCPS

TOCLI CRP Presentation pdf
Tuesday August 20, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 123
  Breakout Session

10:30am EDT

Comprehensive School Counseling Programs in VBCPS Part 2
This session will help ensure school counselors have a strong foundation for developing and assisting the implementation of a comprehensive school counseling program in VBCPS. By the end of the session, school counselors will be able to articulate their roles and responsibilities, understand the essential components of a comprehensive school counseling program, communicate the tiered delivery system for school counselors, and identify where to access resources for a variety of areas related to stakeholder needs.
Speakers
RJ

Robert Jamison

Other, Teaching and Learning
Mr. Robert B. Jamison is the coordinator of School Counseling Services for Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBCPS). Mr. Jamison earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at the University of Virginia in 2004. In August 2008 he was hired as a professional school counselor in VBCPS... Read More →

Tuesday August 20, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 125
  K-12 Programs Teachers

10:30am EDT

Breakout Sessions
Attendance is required during the breakout sessions; however, you may choose which session to attend.  The titles of the sessions will be shared with you during orientation.  
Speakers
V

Tuesday August 20, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Various Locations 1700 Dahlia Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23453
  Secondary Teachers

10:30am EDT

Secondary English as a Second Language Overview Part 1
In this session, participants will be introduced to the VBCPS English as a Second Language program.
Speakers
SL

Shannon Leonard

English Learner Instructional Specialist, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
 
avatar for Nicole DeVries

Nicole DeVries

Director, K-12 and Gifted Programs, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 120
  Secondary Teachers

10:30am EDT

Health and Physical Education Teacher 101 Part 1
This session will provide training and tips for K-12 teachers in using platforms (Schoology, NASM, online textbooks for secondary health education, Five for Life and WELNET), classroom management strategies, Adapted PE, Driver Education, Social-Emotional Learning, Virginia Rules, and collaboration with colleagues through meetings and social media.
Speakers
AA

Alice Ashley

Instr Specialist, Teaching & Learning
K-12 HPE Curriculum and Instruction
avatar for Sheila Jones

Sheila Jones

Coordinator, K-12 Health & PE, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Follow me on Twitter @SheilaVBHPE
DO

Denise O'Connell

Drivers Ed Tchr

Tuesday August 20, 2019 10:30am - 12:15pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 219
  K-12 Programs Teachers

10:30am EDT

Performing Arts Curriculum Overview Part 1
This session will introduce Performing Arts education in VBCPS to include planning, teaching and assessing in the Performing Arts, curriculum discovery and exploration, and collaborative work with strand mentors. This session fulfills essential sessions MS Chorus, HS Chorus, MS Band, HS Band, HS Orchestra, MS Orchestra, ES Strings, and Elementary General Music.
Speakers
avatar for John Brewington

John Brewington

Fine Arts Coordinator, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Holly Sunderland

Holly Sunderland

Instructional Specialist, VBCPS
Performing Arts, K - 12

Tuesday August 20, 2019 10:30am - 12:15pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 218
  K-12 Programs Teachers

10:30am EDT

Tips and Tricks for a Successful Year as a LMS
New Library Media Specialists will hear from experienced Library Media Specialists on how to have a successful first year.
Speakers
avatar for Kelly Miller

Kelly Miller

Coordinator K12 Library Services, Virginia Beach City Public Schools

Tuesday August 20, 2019 10:30am - 12:15pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 108
  K-12 Programs Teachers

10:30am EDT

Visual Arts Program Curriculum Overview Part 1
Through this session, new teachers will become familiar with the Visual Arts program within Virginia Beach City Public Schools. Curriculum theory will be covered along with developing and writing unit plans, learning plans, rubrics, instructional tools and strategies that align with the school division’s framework. This will be a hands-on workshop with additional time for new teachers to ask questions and build confidence to ready themselves for their new position.
Speakers
avatar for Christopher Buhner

Christopher Buhner

Visual Arts Coordinator, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Passionate about the role that visual arts play in a well-rounded education for students.
avatar for Amber Hester

Amber Hester

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
Hello teachers!I'm delighted to be presenting at TOCI and welcome you to Virginia Beach City Public Schools. I come to you with twenty years’ experience teaching art on the elementary and middle school levels. I'm currently enjoying my new position as Instructional Specialist which... Read More →

Tuesday August 20, 2019 10:30am - 12:15pm EDT
Green Run HS: Art Room
  K-12 Programs Teachers

10:45am EDT

First Grade Comprehensive Literacy for Beginning Teachers
Teachers will review the comprehensive literacy curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfills the Essential Elementary Curriculum.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
LL

Lynn Lear

Reading Specialist, Alanton ES
avatar for Evan Moss

Evan Moss

PBIS Coach, Department of Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 211
  Elementary Teachers

10:45am EDT

First Grade Comprehensive Literacy for Experienced Teachers
Teachers will review the comprehensive literacy curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfills the Essential Elementary Curriculum.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
LL

Lynn Lear

Reading Specialist, Alanton ES
avatar for Evan Moss

Evan Moss

PBIS Coach, Department of Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 212
  Elementary Teachers

10:45am EDT

Fourth Grade Comprehensive Literacy for Beginning Teachers
Teachers will review the comprehensive literacy curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfills the Essential Elementary Curriculum.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
KK

Karen Kaas

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Grace Unger

Grace Unger

Reading Specialist, Brookwood ES

Tuesday August 20, 2019 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 207
  Elementary Teachers

10:45am EDT

Fourth Grade Comprehensive Literacy for Experienced Teachers
Teachers will review the comprehensive literacy curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfills the Essential Elementary Curriculum.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
KK

Karen Kaas

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Grace Unger

Grace Unger

Reading Specialist, Brookwood ES

Tuesday August 20, 2019 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 208
  Elementary Teachers

10:45am EDT

Fifth Grade Digging into Cross-Curricular Science and Social Studies for Beginning Teachers
Teachers will review content curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfills the Essential Elementary Curriculum.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
KD

Katie Dooley

5th Grade Tchr
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
MI

Madeline Isacoff

Title II Resource
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 10:45am - 12:15pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 200
  Elementary Teachers

10:45am EDT

Fifth Grade Digging into Cross-Curricular Science and Social Studies for Experienced Teachers
Teachers will review content curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfills the Essential Elementary Curriculum.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
KD

Katie Dooley

5th Grade Tchr
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
MI

Madeline Isacoff

Title II Resource
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 10:45am - 12:15pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 201
  Elementary Teachers

10:45am EDT

Second Grade Digging into Cross-Curricular Science and Social Studies for Beginning Teachers
Teachers will review content curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfills the Essential Elementary Curriculum.
Speakers
avatar for Amber Armstrong

Amber Armstrong

Teacher, Kempsville Elementary
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
avatar for Adrienne Jimerson

Adrienne Jimerson

2nd Grade Teacher, Kempsville Elementary School
Schoology Champion. Seesaw Ambassador. Flipgrid Certified Educator. Screencastify Master. EpicBooks! Certified Educator. Personalized / Blended / Flipped Learning Advocate. VBDLSS presenter ('17, '18, '19). Elementary Educator with VBCPS since 2005.
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 10:45am - 12:15pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 203
  Elementary Teachers

10:45am EDT

Second Grade Digging into Cross-Curricular Science and Social Studies for Experienced Teachers
Teachers will review content curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfills the Essential Elementary Curriculum.
Speakers
avatar for Amber Armstrong

Amber Armstrong

Teacher, Kempsville Elementary
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
avatar for Adrienne Jimerson

Adrienne Jimerson

2nd Grade Teacher, Kempsville Elementary School
Schoology Champion. Seesaw Ambassador. Flipgrid Certified Educator. Screencastify Master. EpicBooks! Certified Educator. Personalized / Blended / Flipped Learning Advocate. VBDLSS presenter ('17, '18, '19). Elementary Educator with VBCPS since 2005.
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 10:45am - 12:15pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 202
  Elementary Teachers

11:00am EDT

Lunch
PMS Lunch Menu pdf
Tuesday August 20, 2019 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Green Run HS: Cafeteria 1700 Dahlia Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23453
  All Attendees

11:00am EDT

Hearing Impaired Specialized Training
This session will provide detailed information regarding the roles and responsibilities of VBCPS teachers of Hearing Impaired students.
Speakers
MG

Michelle Galvin

Spch/Lang Pathologist
JN

Jessica Nicolas

Spch/Lang Pathologist

Tuesday August 20, 2019 11:00am - 12:15pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 234

11:00am EDT

Speech and Language Pathologist Specialized Training
This session will provide detailed information regarding the roles and responsibilities of VBCPS SLPs.
Speakers
MG

Michelle Galvin

Spch/Lang Pathologist
JN

Jessica Nicolas

Spch/Lang Pathologist

Tuesday August 20, 2019 11:00am - 12:15pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 233

11:00am EDT

Early Childhood Special Education Specialized Training
This session will provide detailed information regarding the roles and responsibilities of VBCPS ECSE teachers.
Speakers
WL
TS

Tammy Spears

Early Child Spec Ed Tchr

Tuesday August 20, 2019 11:00am - 12:15pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 213
  Elementary Teachers

11:00am EDT

Adapted Academic Foundations (AAF)/Functional Academic Foundations (FAF) Unique Learning Systems
This session will provide an overview of Unique Learning System (ULS), the online learning system utilized in the AAF and FAF classroom.
Speakers
KK

Katie Kubichan

Instr Specialist
MP

Megan Poole

Cross Categ - ED/LD Tchr

Tuesday August 20, 2019 11:00am - 12:15pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 214
  K-12 Programs Teachers

11:15am EDT

Lunch
PMS Lunch Menu pdf
Tuesday August 20, 2019 11:15am - 12:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Cafeteria 1700 Dahlia Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23453
  All Attendees

11:30am EDT

Lunch
PMS Lunch Menu pdf
Tuesday August 20, 2019 11:30am - 12:15pm EDT
Green Run HS: Cafeteria 1700 Dahlia Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23453
  All Attendees

11:45am EDT

Lunch
PMS Lunch Menu pdf
Tuesday August 20, 2019 11:45am - 12:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Cafeteria 1700 Dahlia Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23453
  All Attendees

11:45am EDT

Kindergarten Digging into Mathematics for Beginning Teachers
Teachers will review the mathematics curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfills the Essential Elementary Curriculum.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
JC

Julie Cashman

1st Grade Tchr
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
KS

Kristin Sheely

Shelton Park Elementary
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 11:45am - 1:15pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 204
  Elementary Teachers

11:45am EDT

Kindergarten Digging into Mathematics for Experienced Teachers
Teachers will review the mathematics curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfills the Essential Elementary Curriculum.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
JC

Julie Cashman

1st Grade Tchr
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
KS

Kristin Sheely

Shelton Park Elementary
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 11:45am - 1:15pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 205
  Elementary Teachers

11:45am EDT

Third Grade Digging into Mathematics for Beginning Teachers
Teachers will review the mathematics curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfills the Essential Elementary Curriculum.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Tatjana Roth

Tatjana Roth

Math/Science Coach, Lynnhaven ES
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
AW

Amie Wetmore

Instructional Coach, Malibu ES

Tuesday August 20, 2019 11:45am - 1:15pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 209
  Elementary Teachers

11:45am EDT

Third Grade Digging into Mathematics for Experienced Teachers
Teachers will review the mathematics curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfills the Essential Elementary Curriculum.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Tatjana Roth

Tatjana Roth

Math/Science Coach, Lynnhaven ES
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
AW

Amie Wetmore

Instructional Coach, Malibu ES

Tuesday August 20, 2019 11:45am - 1:15pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 210
  Elementary Teachers

12:00pm EDT

Lunch
PMS Lunch Menu pdf
Tuesday August 20, 2019 12:00pm - 12:45pm EDT
Green Run HS: Cafeteria 1700 Dahlia Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23453
  All Attendees

12:00pm EDT

Pre-Kindergarten Teacher Curriculum
Participants will learn all components of Pre-K instructional design, delivery, and social-emotional competencies. This fulfills essential session Pre-Kindergarten Curriculum Essential.
Speakers
C

Cooper

Title I Coordinator, VBCPS
avatar for Dr. Karen Drosinos

Dr. Karen Drosinos

Assistant Principal ES, Diamond Springs ES

Tuesday August 20, 2019 12:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 206
  Elementary Teachers

12:15pm EDT

Lunch
PMS Lunch Menu pdf
Tuesday August 20, 2019 12:15pm - 1:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Cafeteria 1700 Dahlia Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23453
  All Attendees

12:15pm EDT

Secondary English as a Second Language Overview Part 2
In this session, participants will be introduced to the VBCPS English as a Second Language program.
Speakers
SL

Shannon Leonard

English Learner Instructional Specialist, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
 
avatar for Nicole DeVries

Nicole DeVries

Director, K-12 and Gifted Programs, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 120

12:15pm EDT

Navigating VBCPS Pathways
This session for experienced, secondary teachers will provide information about the various pathways students have available in Virginia Beach. Virginia Beach City Public Schools offers a personalized experience for students to support their academic and career aspirations. This includes many programs and services that help students acquire skills and knowledge that support their academic achievement and growth as learners, workers, and citizens.
Speakers
avatar for Ann Chowns

Ann Chowns

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
RM

Rob Marlin

School Counseling Dept. Chair, Tech and Career Education Center
Mr. Robert Marlin is a product of Virginia Beach City Public Schools as a 1990 graduate of Princess Anne High School. He earned his undergraduate degree in Criminal Justice from Old Dominion in 1995, then he earned his master's degree in school and community counseling from Regent... Read More →
avatar for Angella Heerema

Angella Heerema

School Counseling Dept. Chair, Advanced Technology Center
Mrs. Angella Heerema has served as the Director of Counseling at the Advanced Technology Center since 2018. Prior to that she served as an adjunct professor, classroom teacher and high school counselor in Houston, Texas. She has been an educator and life-long learner since 1994. In... Read More →
RJ

Robert Jamison

Other, Teaching and Learning
Mr. Robert B. Jamison is the coordinator of School Counseling Services for Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBCPS). Mr. Jamison earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at the University of Virginia in 2004. In August 2008 he was hired as a professional school counselor in VBCPS... Read More →

Tuesday August 20, 2019 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
Green Run HS: Auditorium 1700 Dahlia Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23453
  Secondary Teachers

12:30pm EDT

First Grade Comprehensive Literacy Continued for Beginning Teachers
Teachers will review the comprehensive literacy curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfills the Essential Elementary Curriculum.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
LL

Lynn Lear

Reading Specialist, Alanton ES
avatar for Evan Moss

Evan Moss

PBIS Coach, Department of Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 211
  Elementary Teachers

12:30pm EDT

First Grade Comprehensive Literacy Continued for Experienced Teachers
Teachers will review the comprehensive literacy curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfills the Essential Elementary Curriculum.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
LL

Lynn Lear

Reading Specialist, Alanton ES
avatar for Evan Moss

Evan Moss

PBIS Coach, Department of Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 212
  Elementary Teachers

12:30pm EDT

Fourth Grade Comprehensive Literacy Continued for Beginning Teachers
Teachers will review the comprehensive literacy curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfills the Essential Elementary Curriculum.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
KK

Karen Kaas

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Grace Unger

Grace Unger

Reading Specialist, Brookwood ES

Tuesday August 20, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 207
  Elementary Teachers

12:30pm EDT

Fourth Grade Comprehensive Literacy Continued for Experienced Teachers
Teachers will review the comprehensive literacy curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfills the Essential Elementary Curriculum.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
KK

Karen Kaas

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Grace Unger

Grace Unger

Reading Specialist, Brookwood ES

Tuesday August 20, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 208
  Elementary Teachers

1:00pm EDT

Easy strategies to build relationships with your students
Attendees will expand their knowledge on social-emotional learning and how it is defined in VBCPS. Researched-based evidence will be discussed to understand the why behind building positive relationships between teacher and student. Participants will engage in relationship-building activities that they can modify to fit the needs of their classroom. A Schoology group code will be provided with access to materials that include additional research-based articles, relationship builders, and collaboration opportunities.
Speakers
avatar for Amber Hester

Amber Hester

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
Hello teachers!I'm delighted to be presenting at TOCI and welcome you to Virginia Beach City Public Schools. I come to you with twenty years’ experience teaching art on the elementary and middle school levels. I'm currently enjoying my new position as Instructional Specialist which... Read More →
KC

Katie Cirilli

Assistant Principal MS, Great Neck MS

Tuesday August 20, 2019 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 107
  Breakout Session

1:00pm EDT

G Suite for Educators
Dip your toes into Google Apps for Education (GAFE) and learn how they promote collaboration in the classroom and with colleagues! This beginner's workshop gives you hands-on experience in using the basic suite of Google Apps (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms) and resources that engage students in collaborative, meaningful learning! Laptop with Chrome installed required for this course. No iPads, please.
Speakers
avatar for Kim Adams

Kim Adams

Instructional Technology Coordinator, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Coordinator, Instructional Technology, Department of Technology, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
avatar for Matthew Colohan

Matthew Colohan

Coord Instructional Technology, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Charlie Hinsch

Charlie Hinsch

Instructional Technology Coordinator, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
I'm an Instructional Technology Coordinator with a passion for infusing technology in education & looking to change the way digital natives learn. Lets connect!

Tuesday August 20, 2019 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 106
  Breakout Session

1:00pm EDT

Growing Resilient Brains
We will explore the three unique phases of brain development and how each influences learning. Understanding simple brain science can help us build resilient and emotionally healthy brains. Resources will be shared that empower educators and students to become consciously aware of the brain in order to make more mindful, resilient choices.
Speakers
avatar for Angelyn Nichols

Angelyn Nichols

Specialist, Professional Growth and Innovation

Tuesday August 20, 2019 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 122
  Breakout Session

1:00pm EDT

HSA vs. FSA - Which is right for me? BeWell 101
How to Save with a Health Savings Account?  Learn the difference between the Health Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) VS Health Savings Accounts (HSA)

BEWell (Beach Employee Wellness) - come learn all the tools and activities that are easy & stress-free for you to stay healthy and earn cash rewards! 
Speakers
MG
JJ
LB

Tuesday August 20, 2019 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Library
  Breakout Session

1:00pm EDT

Infusing Culturally Responsive Curriculum to meet the needs of Culturally Linguistically Economically Diverse Gifted students.
The purpose of this session is to provide teachers with a toolbox of Culturally Responsive Curriculum strategies and resources to reach all students. During the past three years, the Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBCPS) worked on several strategies to close gaps within the school division. The division created a task force and consulted experts in the field.
Speakers
avatar for Dornswalo Wilkins-McCorey

Dornswalo Wilkins-McCorey

Coordinator of Gifted Education, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Tina Cerja

Tina Cerja

GRT, Lynnhaven MS
Gifted Resource Teacher at Lynnhaven Middle School

Tuesday August 20, 2019 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 103
  Breakout Session

1:00pm EDT

Introduction to Student Inquiry
Inquiry learning allows students’ questions and curiosities to drive curriculum while encouraging them to question, conduct research, and make discoveries on their own. In this session, teachers will learn the basics of Inquiry-Based Learning (IBL) and how to use it when planning lessons. Participants will walk away with tools to facilitate IBL in their own classrooms.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Missy Sullivan

Dr. Missy Sullivan

Gifted Tchr, First Colonial HS
I am passionate about students as well as teachers. I've had a wide range of teaching experience which includes teaching inner-city students in Pre-K, K, 2nd, and 5th grade. I've also taught in a French immersion school working with 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade. When I moved to VA Beach... Read More →

Tuesday August 20, 2019 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 105
  Breakout Session

1:00pm EDT

Joy in the Classroom
What's Joy got to do with it? 
Take a peek into the Joy series that will support you through the school year. Find out why we need it and simple ways to implement Joy in your classroom.
Speakers
avatar for Jeanne Dodd

Jeanne Dodd

Instructional Technology Specialist, Tallwood ES
TH

Tuesday August 20, 2019 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 104
  Breakout Session

1:00pm EDT

Question Formulation Technique
This session will explore and discuss how students might benefit from learning to produce, improve, and prioritize questions. Participants will also have the opportunity to explore the QFT and other inquiry supports in more detail, learn more about the science behind curiosity and learning, and develop a plan to improve the culture of curiosity in their classrooms.
Speakers
avatar for Bridget Mariano

Bridget Mariano

Instructional Specialist, VBCPS
I taught chemistry and AP chemistry at Ocean Lakes High School for 11 years before transitioning to the field of Instructional Technology and ultimately STEM and Innovation Instructional design. I work with students, staff, teacher leaders, administrators, and the community to improve... Read More →

Tuesday August 20, 2019 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 101
  Breakout Session

1:00pm EDT

VBCPS Databases & Digital Video Resources
This session explores the various digital resources that the school system provides for both teacher and students.  By the end of the session, participants will know how to use Clever to access the databases, video streaming platforms, eBooks and free public library resources.
Speakers
avatar for Kelly Miller

Kelly Miller

Coordinator K12 Library Services, Virginia Beach City Public Schools

Tuesday August 20, 2019 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 102
  Breakout Session

1:00pm EDT

What to Expect When You're Expecting a 1:1 Digital Classroom
In VBCPS, "going 1:1" is so much more than everyone gets a Chromebook.  There is a shift in teaching from traditional to transformational that goes hand in hand with our full district digital expansion.  In this session, we will explore guiding questions to develop essential norms and routines.  We will examine the VBCPS Digital Toolkit and discover strategies to deal with digital distraction.  Tips and strategies will be shared to support effective digital design that empowers and engages all learners.
Speakers
avatar for Anne Bianchi Emmons

Anne Bianchi Emmons

Assistant Principal ES, Lynnhaven ES
avatar for Sheila Teri

Sheila Teri

Instructional Technology Coordinator, Virginia Beach City Public Schools

Tuesday August 20, 2019 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 100
  Breakout Session

1:00pm EDT

‘Lei-ing the Foundation’ for Culturally Responsive Practices
Educators have the great opportunity to connect teaching and learning to the “lived culture” and experiences of diverse students. Therefore, as educators in VBCPS, we must continually address practices and resources that lead to a more effective teaching and learning environment.  In this session, participants will:
  • Understand the shared meaning of Culturally Responsive Practices (CRP)
  • Explore cultural identities
  • Learn ways in which curriculum supports CRP
  • Acquire resources in capacity-building around CRP provided by the division
Speakers
avatar for Dr. LaQuiche Parrott

Dr. LaQuiche Parrott

Director, of the Office for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, VBCPS

TOCLI CRP Presentation pdf
Tuesday August 20, 2019 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 123
  Breakout Session

1:00pm EDT

Breakout Sessions
Attendance is required during the breakout sessions; however, you may choose which session to attend.  The titles of the sessions will be shared with you at TOCLI.  
Speakers
V

Tuesday August 20, 2019 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Various Locations 1700 Dahlia Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23453
  Secondary Teachers

1:00pm EDT

Fifth Grade Comprehensive Literacy for Beginning Teachers
Teachers will review the comprehensive literacy curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfills the Essential Elementary Curriculum.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Annette Conley

Annette Conley

Reading Specialist, Thoroughgood ES
I'm the reading specialist at Thoroughgood Elementary, and I'm always looking for ways to motivate students and foster a love of reading.
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 200
  Elementary Teachers

1:00pm EDT

Fifth Grade Comprehensive Literacy for Experienced Teachers
Teachers will review the comprehensive literacy curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfills the Essential Elementary Curriculum.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Annette Conley

Annette Conley

Reading Specialist, Thoroughgood ES
I'm the reading specialist at Thoroughgood Elementary, and I'm always looking for ways to motivate students and foster a love of reading.
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 201
  Elementary Teachers

1:00pm EDT

Mathematics Specialists Overview
Participants in this session will be introduced to the VBCPS Math Specialist program.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 215
  Elementary Teachers

1:00pm EDT

Second Grade Comprehensive Literacy for Beginning Teachers
Teachers will review the comprehensive literacy curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfills the Essential Elementary Curriculum.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Amy Paulson

Amy Paulson

Reading Specialist, Pembroke ES
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
EZ

Erin Zeder

Reading Specialist, Kempsville ES

Tuesday August 20, 2019 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 203
  Elementary Teachers

1:00pm EDT

Second Grade Comprehensive Literacy for Experienced Teachers
Teachers will review the comprehensive literacy curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfills the Essential Elementary Curriculum.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Amy Paulson

Amy Paulson

Reading Specialist, Pembroke ES
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
EZ

Erin Zeder

Reading Specialist, Kempsville ES

Tuesday August 20, 2019 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 202
  Elementary Teachers

1:30pm EDT

Third Grade Digging into Cross-Curicular Science and Social Studies for Beginning Teachers
Teachers will review content curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfills the Essential Elementary Curriculum.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Tatjana Roth

Tatjana Roth

Math/Science Coach, Lynnhaven ES
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
AW

Amie Wetmore

Instructional Coach, Malibu ES

Tuesday August 20, 2019 1:30pm - 3:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 209
  Elementary Teachers

1:30pm EDT

Third Grade Digging into Cross-Curricular Science and Social Studies for Experienced Teachers
Teachers will review content curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfills the Essential Elementary Curriculum.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Tatjana Roth

Tatjana Roth

Math/Science Coach, Lynnhaven ES
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
AW

Amie Wetmore

Instructional Coach, Malibu ES

Tuesday August 20, 2019 1:30pm - 3:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 210
  Elementary Teachers

1:30pm EDT

Virginia Kindergarten Readiness Program (VKRP) Training
Participants will gain knowledge of all components of the Kindergarten curriculum, instructional design and delivery, assessment for student learning, and social-emotional competencies. In addition, teachers will receive all curriculum updates needed, as well as VKRP  assessment training. This session fulfills Essential Session VKRP  Essential Assessment Training.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Karen Drosinos

Dr. Karen Drosinos

Assistant Principal ES, Diamond Springs ES

Tuesday August 20, 2019 1:30pm - 3:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 204
  Elementary Teachers

1:30pm EDT

Learning Environment for School Counselors
Participants will be introduced to VBCPS expectations for effectively establishing a positive learning environment.
Speakers
RJ

Robert Jamison

Other, Teaching and Learning
Mr. Robert B. Jamison is the coordinator of School Counseling Services for Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBCPS). Mr. Jamison earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at the University of Virginia in 2004. In August 2008 he was hired as a professional school counselor in VBCPS... Read More →

Tuesday August 20, 2019 1:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 125
  K-12 Programs Teachers

1:30pm EDT

English Curriculum Part 1&2 for High School Experienced Teachers
English teachers will be introduced to the VBCPS curriculum.
Speakers
TT

Teri Tucker

Assistant Principal HS, Bayside HS
avatar for Britani Kerns

Britani Kerns

Secondary English Instructional Specialist, Secondary Teaching and Learning
CV

Cammie Vadersen

Coordinator, Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 1:30pm - 3:45pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 113
  Secondary Teachers

1:30pm EDT

English Curriculum Part 1&2 for Middle School Experienced Teachers
English teachers will be introduced to the VBCPS curriculum.
Speakers
TT

Teri Tucker

Assistant Principal HS, Bayside HS
avatar for Britani Kerns

Britani Kerns

Secondary English Instructional Specialist, Secondary Teaching and Learning
CV

Cammie Vadersen

Coordinator, Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 1:30pm - 3:45pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 114
  Secondary Teachers

1:30pm EDT

Math Curriculum Part 1&2 for High School Experienced Teachers
In this session, participants will explore and discuss their beliefs about teaching and learning mathematics. In examining these beliefs, participants can begin to plan for how mathematics instruction will look and feel in their individual classroom, how they will assess student content knowledge, and how to collaborate with their peers. Participants will identify best practices in teaching mathematics by viewing a classroom where these best practices are implemented. In addition, participants will have the opportunity to explore district level curriculum resources and how they can support mathematics instruction. Finally, participants will understand the importance of aligning the written curriculum to what is taught and tested in the classroom. This will include a discussion on student data and how it can be used for student agency and goal setting.
Speakers
avatar for Thomas Coker

Thomas Coker

Secondary Mathematics Coordinator, Secondary Teaching and Learning
avatar for Dena McElligott

Dena McElligott

Coordinator Secondary Mathematics, DTAL

Tuesday August 20, 2019 1:30pm - 3:45pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 116
  Secondary Teachers

1:30pm EDT

Math Curriculum Part 1&2 for Middle School Experienced Teachers
In this session, participants will explore and discuss their beliefs about teaching and learning mathematics. In examining these beliefs, participants can begin to plan for how mathematics instruction will look and feel in their individual classroom, how they will assess student content knowledge, and how to collaborate with their peers. Participants will identify best practices in teaching mathematics by viewing a classroom where these best practices are implemented. In addition, participants will have the opportunity to explore district level curriculum resources and how they can support mathematics instruction. Finally, participants will understand the importance of aligning the written curriculum to what is taught and tested in the classroom. This will include a discussion on student data and how it can be used for student agency and goal setting.
Speakers
avatar for Thomas Coker

Thomas Coker

Secondary Mathematics Coordinator, Secondary Teaching and Learning
avatar for Dena McElligott

Dena McElligott

Coordinator Secondary Mathematics, DTAL

Tuesday August 20, 2019 1:30pm - 3:45pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 115
  Secondary Teachers

1:30pm EDT

Reading Curriculum Part 1&2 for High School Experienced Teachers
Secondary Reading teachers will be introduced to the process for identifying participants in the course, understanding Lexile, and classroom structures.
Speakers
avatar for Monica Robinson

Monica Robinson

Coord Acad Supp Programs K-12, Teaching and Learning
ET

Tuesday August 20, 2019 1:30pm - 3:45pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 111
  Secondary Teachers

1:30pm EDT

Reading Curriculum Part 1&2 for Middle School Experienced Teachers
Secondary Reading teachers will be introduced to the process for identifying participants in the course, understanding Lexile, and classroom structures.
Speakers
avatar for Monica Robinson

Monica Robinson

Coord Acad Supp Programs K-12, Teaching and Learning
ET

Tuesday August 20, 2019 1:30pm - 3:45pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 110
  Secondary Teachers

1:30pm EDT

Science Curriculum Part 1&2 for High School Experienced Teachers
Teachers will explore the VBCPS Secondary Science curriculum by navigating the science curriculum groups in Schoology. Teachers will become familiar with the components and expectations of effective science instruction and learning plans as they relate to the Teaching and Learning Framework and Transformational Learning. Teachers will utilize the Understanding by Design curriculum units to plan instruction for the first days of school. This session fulfills the Essential session HS/MS Science and Curriculum Updates.
Speakers
KG

Keith Goodman

Secondary Teaching and Learning
avatar for Amanda Malbon

Amanda Malbon

Assistant Principal HS, Ocean Lakes HS

Tuesday August 20, 2019 1:30pm - 3:45pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 117
  Secondary Teachers

1:30pm EDT

Science Curriculum Part 1&2 for Middle School Experienced Teachers
Teachers will explore the VBCPS Secondary Science curriculum by navigating the science curriculum groups in Schoology. Teachers will become familiar with the components and expectations of effective science instruction and learning plans as they relate to the Teaching and Learning Framework and Transformational Learning. Teachers will utilize the Understanding by Design curriculum units to plan instruction for the first days of school. This session fulfills the Essential session HS/MS Science and Curriculum Updates.
Speakers
KG

Keith Goodman

Secondary Teaching and Learning
avatar for Amanda Malbon

Amanda Malbon

Assistant Principal HS, Ocean Lakes HS

Tuesday August 20, 2019 1:30pm - 3:45pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 118
  Secondary Teachers

1:30pm EDT

Social Studies Curriculum Part 1&2 for High School Experienced Teachers
HS and MS Beginning Social Studies teachers will learn VBCPS expectations in delivering curriculum, how to find learning objects in Schoology, how to integrate skills and content. Opportunities to investigate pacing and pre-planning before meeting with PLC members will be provided.
Speakers
MD

Mark Diacopoulos

Secondary Teaching and Learning
avatar for Kristine Troch

Kristine Troch

Other, Teaching and Learning
Secondary Social Studies Coordinator

Tuesday August 20, 2019 1:30pm - 3:45pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 130
  Secondary Teachers

1:30pm EDT

Social Studies Curriculum Part 1&2 for Middle School Experienced Teachers
HS and MS Beginning Social Studies teachers will learn VBCPS expectations in delivering curriculum, how to find learning objects in Schoology, how to integrate skills and content. Opportunities to investigate pacing and pre-planning before meeting with PLC members will be provided.
Speakers
MD

Mark Diacopoulos

Secondary Teaching and Learning
avatar for Kristine Troch

Kristine Troch

Other, Teaching and Learning
Secondary Social Studies Coordinator

Tuesday August 20, 2019 1:30pm - 3:45pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 129
  Secondary Teachers

1:45pm EDT

Elementary English as a Second Language Overview Part 2
In this session, participants will be introduced to the VBCPS English as a Second Language program.
Speakers
SL

Shannon Leonard

English Learner Instructional Specialist, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
 
avatar for Nicole DeVries

Nicole DeVries

Director, K-12 and Gifted Programs, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 1:45pm - 3:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 120
  Elementary Teachers

1:45pm EDT

First Grade Digging into Mathematics for Beginning Teachers
Teachers will review the mathematics curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfills the Essential Elementary Curriculum.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
AF

Anne Flavin

1st Grade Teacher, Landstown Elementary
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
MR

Mercedes Rivera

Title I Resource, Point O' View ES
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 1:45pm - 3:15pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 211
  Elementary Teachers

1:45pm EDT

First Grade Digging into Mathematics for Experienced Teachers
Teachers will review the mathematics curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfills the Essential Elementary Curriculum.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
AF

Anne Flavin

1st Grade Teacher, Landstown Elementary
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
MR

Mercedes Rivera

Title I Resource, Point O' View ES
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 1:45pm - 3:15pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 212
  Elementary Teachers

1:45pm EDT

Fourth Grade Digging into Mathematics for Beginning Teachers
Teachers will review the mathematics curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfills the Essential Elementary Curriculum.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JB

Jeri Blythe

4th Grade Tchr
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
CS

Charlotte Shulte

4th Grade Tchr, Parkway ES
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 1:45pm - 3:15pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 207
  Elementary Teachers

1:45pm EDT

Fourth Grade Digging into Mathematics for Experienced Teachers
Teachers will review the mathematics  curriculum for VBCPS. This session fulfills the Essential Elementary Curriculum.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JB

Jeri Blythe

4th Grade Tchr
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
CS

Charlotte Shulte

4th Grade Tchr, Parkway ES
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Tuesday August 20, 2019 1:45pm - 3:15pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 208
  Elementary Teachers

2:00pm EDT

Pre-Kindergarten Specialized Learning Environment
Participants will be introduced to VBCPS expectations for effectively establishing a positive learning environment.
Speakers
C

Cooper

Title I Coordinator, VBCPS
avatar for Dr. Karen Drosinos

Dr. Karen Drosinos

Assistant Principal ES, Diamond Springs ES

Tuesday August 20, 2019 2:00pm - 3:15pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 206
  Elementary Teachers

2:15pm EDT

Early Childhood Special Education Specialized Training with Learning Environment
Participants will be introduced to VBCPS expectations for effectively establishing a positive learning environment.
Speakers
WL
TS

Tammy Spears

Early Child Spec Ed Tchr

Tuesday August 20, 2019 2:15pm - 3:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 213
  Elementary Teachers

2:15pm EDT

Adapted Academic Foundations (AAF)/Functional Academic Foundations (FAF)Specialized Training with Learning Environment
Participants will be introduced to VBCPS expectations for effectively establishing a positive learning environment.
Speakers
KK

Katie Kubichan

Instr Specialist
MP

Megan Poole

Cross Categ - ED/LD Tchr

Tuesday August 20, 2019 2:15pm - 3:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 214
  K-12 Programs Teachers

2:15pm EDT

Hearing Impaired Specialized Training with Learning Environment
Participants will be introduced to VBCPS expectations for effectively establishing a positive learning environment.
Speakers
MG

Michelle Galvin

Spch/Lang Pathologist
JN

Jessica Nicolas

Spch/Lang Pathologist

Tuesday August 20, 2019 2:15pm - 3:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 234
  K-12 Programs Teachers

2:15pm EDT

Speech and Language Pathologist Specialized Training with Learning Environment
Participants will be introduced to VBCPS expectations for effectively establishing a positive learning environment.
Speakers
MG

Michelle Galvin

Spch/Lang Pathologist
JN

Jessica Nicolas

Spch/Lang Pathologist

Tuesday August 20, 2019 2:15pm - 3:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 233
  K-12 Programs Teachers

2:15pm EDT

Library Media Specialists Specialized Learning Environment
Participants will be introduced to VBCPS expectations for effectively establishing a positive learning environment.
Speakers
avatar for Kelly Miller

Kelly Miller

Coordinator K12 Library Services, Virginia Beach City Public Schools

Tuesday August 20, 2019 2:15pm - 3:45pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 108

2:15pm EDT

Visual Arts Program Curriculum Overview Part 2
Through this session, new teachers will become familiar with the Visual Arts program within Virginia Beach City Public Schools. Curriculum theory will be covered along with developing and writing unit plans, learning plans, rubrics, instructional tools and strategies that align with the school division’s framework. This will be a hands-on workshop with additional time for new teachers to ask questions and build confidence to ready themselves for their new position.
Speakers
avatar for Christopher Buhner

Christopher Buhner

Visual Arts Coordinator, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Passionate about the role that visual arts play in a well-rounded education for students.
avatar for Amber Hester

Amber Hester

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
Hello teachers!I'm delighted to be presenting at TOCI and welcome you to Virginia Beach City Public Schools. I come to you with twenty years’ experience teaching art on the elementary and middle school levels. I'm currently enjoying my new position as Instructional Specialist which... Read More →

Tuesday August 20, 2019 2:15pm - 3:45pm EDT
Green Run HS: Art Room

2:15pm EDT

Health and Physical Education Teacher 101 Part 2
This session will provide training and tips for K-12 teachers in using platforms (Schoology, NASM, online textbooks for secondary health education, Five for Life and WELNET), classroom management strategies, Adapted PE, Driver Education, Social-Emotional Learning, Virginia Rules, and collaboration with colleagues through meetings and social media.
Speakers
AA

Alice Ashley

Instr Specialist, Teaching & Learning
K-12 HPE Curriculum and Instruction
avatar for Sheila Jones

Sheila Jones

Coordinator, K-12 Health & PE, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Follow me on Twitter @SheilaVBHPE
DO

Denise O'Connell

Drivers Ed Tchr

Tuesday August 20, 2019 2:15pm - 3:45pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 219
  K-12 Programs Teachers

2:15pm EDT

Performing Arts Curriculum Overview Part 2
This session will introduce Performing Arts education in VBCPS to include planning, teaching and assessing in the Performing Arts, curriculum discovery and exploration, and collaborative work with strand mentors. This session fulfills essential sessions MS Chorus, HS Chorus, MS Band, HS Band, HS Orchestra, MS Orchestra, ES Strings, and Elementary General Music.
Speakers
avatar for John Brewington

John Brewington

Fine Arts Coordinator, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Holly Sunderland

Holly Sunderland

Instructional Specialist, VBCPS
Performing Arts, K - 12

Tuesday August 20, 2019 2:15pm - 3:45pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 218
  K-12 Programs Teachers

2:15pm EDT

Learning Environment
Limited Capacity full
Participants will be introduced to VBCPS expectations for effectively establishing a positive learning environment.
Speakers
avatar for Kathleen Trace

Kathleen Trace

Teacher/Department Chair, VBCPS
I am a National Board Certified Teacher who passionate about helping new teachers survive and thrive in their first year. My blog has tons of free advice: www.wannabeteacher.com.
JB

Joshua Brown

Gifted Resource Teacher
An English teacher at Virginia Beach Middle School for the past ten years, Joshua Brown is a Virginia Beach native and VBCPS graduate, an avid gardener (flowers, not vegetables!), and loves his Chocolate Borador, Magellan. Josh has served in many extracurricular roles at VBMS including... Read More →
BM

Tuesday August 20, 2019 2:15pm - 3:45pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 105
  Secondary Teachers

2:15pm EDT

Learning Environment & First Weeks of School for Special Education Beginning Secondary
Limited Capacity seats available
Participants will be introduced to VBCPS expectations for effectively establishing a positive learning environment.
Speakers
BT

Bianca Thomas

Other, Teaching and Learning
avatar for Janet Sullivan

Janet Sullivan

School Improvement Specialist, Kempsville MS
This is my 29th year as an educator in VBCPS. My experience is in special education as a teacher, Program Compliance Support Teacher, and Instructional Specialist. I am currently in my first year as Kempsville Middle's School Improvement Specialist.
JV
SH

Tuesday August 20, 2019 2:15pm - 3:45pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 128
  Secondary Teachers

2:15pm EDT

Learning Environment for Beginning Teachers
Limited Capacity filling up
Participants will be introduced to VBCPS expectations for effectively establishing a positive learning environment.
Speakers
TB

Torri Butler

Literacy Teacher, Plaza MS
avatar for Louis Castiglioni

Tuesday August 20, 2019 2:15pm - 3:45pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 106
  Secondary Teachers

2:15pm EDT

Learning Environment for Beginning Teachers
Limited Capacity seats available
Participants will be introduced to VBCPS expectations for effectively establishing a positive learning environment.
Speakers
MB
AN

Tuesday August 20, 2019 2:15pm - 3:45pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 107
  Secondary Teachers

2:15pm EDT

Learning Environment for Beginning Teachers
Limited Capacity seats available
Participants will be introduced to VBCPS expectations for effectively establishing a positive learning environment.
Speakers
LO

Laura Orzell

Math Specialist, Bayside MS
MD

Melissa Disher

Teacher, First Colonial HS

Tuesday August 20, 2019 2:15pm - 3:45pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 104
  Secondary Teachers
 
Wednesday, August 21
 

7:30am EDT

Check in
Wednesday August 21, 2019 7:30am - 7:50am EDT
Green Run HS 1700 Dahlia Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23453

8:00am EDT

Check in
Wednesday August 21, 2019 8:00am - 8:30am EDT
Green Run HS 1700 Dahlia Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23453

8:00am EDT

Growing Resilient Brains
We will explore the three unique phases of brain development and how each influences learning. Understanding simple brain science can help us build resilient and emotionally healthy brains. Resources will be shared that empower educators and students to become consciously aware of the brain in order to make more mindful, resilient choices.
Speakers
avatar for Angelyn Nichols

Angelyn Nichols

Specialist, Professional Growth and Innovation

Wednesday August 21, 2019 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 122
  Breakout Session

8:00am EDT

Infusing Culturally Responsive Curriculum to meet the needs of Culturally Linguistically Economically Diverse Gifted students.
The purpose of this session is to provide teachers with a toolbox of Culturally Responsive Curriculum strategies and resources to reach all students. During the past three years, the Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBCPS) worked on several strategies to close gaps within the school division. The division created a task force and consulted experts in the field.
Speakers
avatar for Dornswalo Wilkins-McCorey

Dornswalo Wilkins-McCorey

Coordinator of Gifted Education, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Tina Cerja

Tina Cerja

GRT, Lynnhaven MS
Gifted Resource Teacher at Lynnhaven Middle School

Wednesday August 21, 2019 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 103
  Breakout Session

8:00am EDT

Introduction to Student Inquiry
Inquiry learning allows students’ questions and curiosities to drive curriculum while encouraging them to question, conduct research, and make discoveries on their own. In this session, teachers will learn the basics of Inquiry-Based Learning (IBL) and how to use it when planning lessons. Participants will walk away with tools to facilitate IBL in their own classrooms.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Missy Sullivan

Dr. Missy Sullivan

Gifted Tchr, First Colonial HS
I am passionate about students as well as teachers. I've had a wide range of teaching experience which includes teaching inner-city students in Pre-K, K, 2nd, and 5th grade. I've also taught in a French immersion school working with 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade. When I moved to VA Beach... Read More →

Wednesday August 21, 2019 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 105
  Breakout Session

8:00am EDT

Joy in the Classroom
What's Joy got to do with it? 
Take a peek into the Joy series that will support you through the school year. Find out why we need it and simple ways to implement Joy in your classroom. 
Speakers
avatar for Jeanne Dodd

Jeanne Dodd

Instructional Technology Specialist, Tallwood ES
TH

Wednesday August 21, 2019 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 104
  Breakout Session

8:00am EDT

Question Formulation Technique
This session will explore and discuss how students might benefit from learning to produce, improve, and prioritize questions. Participants will also have the opportunity to explore the QFT and other inquiry supports in more detail, learn more about the science behind curiosity and learning, and develop a plan to improve the culture of curiosity in their classrooms.  
Speakers
avatar for Bridget Mariano

Bridget Mariano

Instructional Specialist, VBCPS
I taught chemistry and AP chemistry at Ocean Lakes High School for 11 years before transitioning to the field of Instructional Technology and ultimately STEM and Innovation Instructional design. I work with students, staff, teacher leaders, administrators, and the community to improve... Read More →

Wednesday August 21, 2019 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 101
  Breakout Session

8:00am EDT

The Compelling Why for Social-Emotional Learning
This session is intended to deepen and calibrate participants' understanding of social-emotional learning. Teachers will make explicit connections between current strategies and practices and the social and emotional needs of students and consider ways to strengthen social and emotional learning at their school.
Speakers
avatar for Anna Surratt

Anna Surratt

Coordinator of Professional Learning, Department of Professional Growth and Innovation

Wednesday August 21, 2019 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 107
  Breakout Session

8:00am EDT

VBCPS Databases & Digital Video Resources
This session explores the various digital resources that the school system provides for both teacher and students.  By the end of the session, participants will know how to use Clever to access the databases, video streaming platforms, eBooks and free public library resources.  
Speakers
avatar for Kelly Miller

Kelly Miller

Coordinator K12 Library Services, Virginia Beach City Public Schools

Wednesday August 21, 2019 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 102
  Breakout Session

8:00am EDT

What to Expect When You're Expecting a 1:1 Digital Classroom
In VBCPS, "going 1:1" is so much more than everyone gets a Chromebook.  There is a shift in teaching from traditional to transformational that goes hand in hand with our full district digital expansion.  In this session, we will explore guiding questions to develop essential norms and routines.  We will examine the VBCPS Digital Toolkit and discover strategies to deal with digital distraction. Tips and strategies will be shared to support effective digital design that empowers and engages all learners.
Speakers
avatar for Anne Bianchi Emmons

Anne Bianchi Emmons

Assistant Principal ES, Lynnhaven ES
avatar for Sheila Teri

Sheila Teri

Instructional Technology Coordinator, Virginia Beach City Public Schools

Wednesday August 21, 2019 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 100
  Breakout Session

8:00am EDT

‘Lei-ing the Foundation’ for Culturally Responsive Practices
Educators have the great opportunity to connect teaching and learning to the “lived culture” and experiences of diverse students. Therefore, as educators in VBCPS, we must continually address practices and resources that lead to a more effective teaching and learning environment.  In this session, participants will:
  • Understand the shared meaning of Culturally Responsive Practices (CRP)
  • Explore cultural identities
  • Learn ways in which curriculum supports CRP
  • Acquire resources in capacity-building around CRP provided by the division
Speakers
avatar for Dr. LaQuiche Parrott

Dr. LaQuiche Parrott

Director, of the Office for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, VBCPS

TOCLI CRP Presentation pdf
Wednesday August 21, 2019 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 123
  Breakout Session

8:00am EDT

“Hybrid VRS Retirement Plan” – Customer Service “BEWell 101” – BEWell
What does VRS Hybrid Retirement Plan mean? Learn about hybrid plan features and benefits.

 BEWell (Beach Employee Wellness) come learn all the tools and activities that are easy & stress-free for you to stay healthy and earn cash rewards! 
Speakers
JJ
KC
ES

Wednesday August 21, 2019 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Library
  Breakout Session

8:00am EDT

Breakout Sessions
Attendance is required during the breakout sessions; however, you may choose which session to attend.  The titles of the sessions will be shared with you at orientation.  
Speakers
V

Wednesday August 21, 2019 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Various Locations 1700 Dahlia Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23453
  Secondary Teachers

8:00am EDT

Synergy for Special Education (AAF/FAF, SLP, HI, ECSE)
Introducing special education teachers to Synergy SE and how it works to write IEPs.
Speakers
avatar for Christine Drescher

Christine Drescher

Coordinator, Programs for Exceptional Children
MG

Michelle Galvin

Spch/Lang Pathologist
WL

Wednesday August 21, 2019 8:00am - 11:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 409
  Elementary Teachers

8:00am EDT

Synergy for Special Education (Elementary)
Introducing special education teachers to Synergy SE and how it works to write IEPs.
Speakers
WL
avatar for Christine Drescher

Christine Drescher

Coordinator, Programs for Exceptional Children
MG

Michelle Galvin

Spch/Lang Pathologist

Wednesday August 21, 2019 8:00am - 11:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 410
  Elementary Teachers

8:30am EDT

Fifth Grade DRA for Beginning and New to DRA
In this session, participants will be introduced to the Developmental Reading Assessment (DRA) and will become familiar with how it is used in Virginia Beach.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Annette Conley

Annette Conley

Reading Specialist, Thoroughgood ES
I'm the reading specialist at Thoroughgood Elementary, and I'm always looking for ways to motivate students and foster a love of reading.
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Wednesday August 21, 2019 8:30am - 10:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 212
  Elementary Teachers

8:30am EDT

First Grade DRA for Beginning and New to DRA
In this session, participants will be introduced to the Developmental Reading Assessment (DRA) and will become familiar with how it is used in Virginia Beach.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
LL

Lynn Lear

Reading Specialist, Alanton ES
avatar for Evan Moss

Evan Moss

PBIS Coach, Department of Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Wednesday August 21, 2019 8:30am - 10:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 208
  Elementary Teachers

8:30am EDT

Fourth Grade DRA for Beginning and New to DRA
In this session, participants will be introduced to the Developmental Reading Assessment (DRA) and will become familiar with how it is used in Virginia Beach.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
KK

Karen Kaas

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Grace Unger

Grace Unger

Reading Specialist, Brookwood ES

Wednesday August 21, 2019 8:30am - 10:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 211
  Elementary Teachers

8:30am EDT

Kindergarten DRA for Beginning and New to DRA
In this session, participants will be introduced to the Developmental Reading Assessment (DRA) and will become familiar with how it is used in Virginia Beach.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
BB

Bridget Buchinger

Reading Specialist, Malibu ES
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Wednesday August 21, 2019 8:30am - 10:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 207
  Elementary Teachers

8:30am EDT

Second Grade DRA for Beginning and New to DRA
In this session, participants will be introduced to the Developmental Reading Assessment (DRA) and will become familiar with how it is used in Virginia Beach.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Amy Paulson

Amy Paulson

Reading Specialist, Pembroke ES
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
EZ

Erin Zeder

Reading Specialist, Kempsville ES

Wednesday August 21, 2019 8:30am - 10:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 209
  Elementary Teachers

8:30am EDT

Third Grade DRA for Beginning and New to DRA
In this session, participants will be introduced to the Developmental Reading Assessment (DRA) and will become familiar with how it is used in Virginia Beach.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
AW

Ashlee Williams

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Wednesday August 21, 2019 8:30am - 10:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 210
  Elementary Teachers

8:45am EDT

Pre-Kindergarten Specialized Training
In this session, Pre-Kindergarten teachers will explore the VBCPS program.
Speakers
C

Cooper

Title I Coordinator, VBCPS
avatar for Dr. Karen Drosinos

Dr. Karen Drosinos

Assistant Principal ES, Diamond Springs ES

Wednesday August 21, 2019 8:45am - 10:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 233
  Elementary Teachers

8:45am EDT

Learning Environment for Experienced with DRA
Limited Capacity filling up
Participants will be introduced to VBCPS expectations for effectively establishing a positive learning environment.
Speakers
avatar for Kelli Whalen

Kelli Whalen

Teacher, Three Oaks ES
I am a 5th grade teacher at Three Oaks Elementary School.  I am married and have 2 children, one is in the 9th grade at Kellam (my old Alma mater) and the other is in 5th grade at Creeds.  They keep me very busy playing sports (cheer, baseball, & basketball).  I love being outside... Read More →

Wednesday August 21, 2019 8:45am - 10:15am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 200
  Elementary Teachers

8:45am EDT

Learning Environment for Experienced with DRA
Limited Capacity seats available
Participants will be introduced to VBCPS expectations for effectively establishing a positive learning environment.
Speakers
LZ

Lisa Zebley

Thoroughgood ES
First Grade Teacher, Thoroughgood Elementary School
avatar for Melissa Hebert

Melissa Hebert

Teacher, Three Oaks Elementary

Wednesday August 21, 2019 8:45am - 10:15am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 201
  Elementary Teachers

8:45am EDT

Learning Environment for Experienced with DRA for Kindergarten
Limited Capacity seats available
Participants will be introduced to VBCPS expectations for effectively establishing a positive learning environment.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Karen Drosinos

Dr. Karen Drosinos

Assistant Principal ES, Diamond Springs ES

Wednesday August 21, 2019 8:45am - 10:15am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 202
  Elementary Teachers

9:15am EDT

Health and Physical Education Teacher Specialized Training
This session will provide training and tips for K-12 teachers in using platforms (Schoology, NASM, online textbooks for secondary health education, Five for Life and WELNET), classroom management strategies, Adapted PE, Driver Education, Social-Emotional Learning, Virginia Rules, and collaboration with colleagues through meetings and social media.
Speakers
AA

Alice Ashley

Instr Specialist, Teaching & Learning
K-12 HPE Curriculum and Instruction
avatar for Sheila Jones

Sheila Jones

Coordinator, K-12 Health & PE, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Follow me on Twitter @SheilaVBHPE
DO

Denise O'Connell

Drivers Ed Tchr

Wednesday August 21, 2019 9:15am - 11:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 219
  K-12 Programs Teachers

9:15am EDT

K-12 English as a Second Language Program Overview Part 3
In this session, participants will be introduced to the VBCPS English as a Second Language program.
Speakers
SL

Shannon Leonard

English Learner Instructional Specialist, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
 

Wednesday August 21, 2019 9:15am - 11:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 120
  K-12 Programs Teachers

9:15am EDT

Library Media Specialists Specialized Training
Library Media Specialists will receive specific training about the VBCPS program.
Speakers
avatar for Kelly Miller

Kelly Miller

Coordinator K12 Library Services, Virginia Beach City Public Schools

Wednesday August 21, 2019 9:15am - 11:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 108
  K-12 Programs Teachers

9:15am EDT

Performing Arts Curriculum Specialized Training
This session will introduce Performing Arts education in VBCPS to include planning, teaching and assessing in the Performing Arts, curriculum discovery and exploration, and collaborative work with strand mentors. This session fulfills essential sessions MS Chorus, HS Chorus, MS Band, HS Band, HS Orchestra, MS Orchestra, ES Strings, and Elementary General Music.
Speakers
avatar for John Brewington

John Brewington

Fine Arts Coordinator, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Holly Sunderland

Holly Sunderland

Instructional Specialist, VBCPS
Performing Arts, K - 12

Wednesday August 21, 2019 9:15am - 11:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 218
  K-12 Programs Teachers

9:15am EDT

School Counselors Specialized Training
School Counselors will receive specific training about the VBCPS program.
Speakers
RJ

Robert Jamison

Other, Teaching and Learning
Mr. Robert B. Jamison is the coordinator of School Counseling Services for Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBCPS). Mr. Jamison earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at the University of Virginia in 2004. In August 2008 he was hired as a professional school counselor in VBCPS... Read More →

Wednesday August 21, 2019 9:15am - 11:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 125
  K-12 Programs Teachers

9:15am EDT

Visual Arts Program Curriculum Specialized Training
Through this session, new teachers will become familiar with the Visual Arts program within Virginia Beach City Public Schools. Curriculum theory will be covered along with developing and writing unit plans, learning plans, rubrics, instructional tools and strategies that align with the school division’s framework. This will be a hands-on workshop with additional time for new teachers to ask questions and build confidence to ready themselves for their new position.
Speakers
avatar for Christopher Buhner

Christopher Buhner

Visual Arts Coordinator, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Passionate about the role that visual arts play in a well-rounded education for students.
avatar for Amber Hester

Amber Hester

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
Hello teachers!I'm delighted to be presenting at TOCI and welcome you to Virginia Beach City Public Schools. I come to you with twenty years’ experience teaching art on the elementary and middle school levels. I'm currently enjoying my new position as Instructional Specialist which... Read More →

Wednesday August 21, 2019 9:15am - 11:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Art Room
  K-12 Programs Teachers

9:15am EDT

Curriculum Part 3: Culturally Responsive Practices in the English Classroom
Participants will engage in a learning sequence that considers before, during and after teaching and engage in an instructional progression that incorporates Culturally Responsive Practices throughout the instructional sequence. This session fulfills ESSENTIAL English: CRP.
Speakers
avatar for Britani Kerns

Britani Kerns

Secondary English Instructional Specialist, Secondary Teaching and Learning
TT

Teri Tucker

Assistant Principal HS, Bayside HS
CV

Cammie Vadersen

Coordinator, Teaching and Learning

Wednesday August 21, 2019 9:15am - 11:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 113
  Secondary Teachers

9:15am EDT

Curriculum Part 3: Gizmos for High School Secondary Science
Teachers will be introduced to the Explore Learning Gizmos platform and will explore the resources and implementation of Gizmos in the secondary science class.
Speakers
avatar for Amanda Malbon

Amanda Malbon

Assistant Principal HS, Ocean Lakes HS

Wednesday August 21, 2019 9:15am - 11:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 118
  Secondary Teachers

9:15am EDT

Curriculum Part 3: Gizmos for Middle School Secondary Science
Teachers will be introduced to the Explore Learning Gizmos platform and will explore the resources and implementation of Gizmos in the secondary science class.
Speakers
avatar for Amanda Malbon

Amanda Malbon

Assistant Principal HS, Ocean Lakes HS

Wednesday August 21, 2019 9:15am - 11:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 117
  Secondary Teachers

9:15am EDT

High School Social Studies - Curriculum Part 3
Participants will get an opportunity to delve into the curriculum in detail, examining learning objects which support instruction to include: CLiC, C3 Inquiries, SHEG resources, Facing History.org, Teaching Tolerance, Big History Project, and others.
Speakers
MD

Mark Diacopoulos

Secondary Teaching and Learning
avatar for Kristine Troch

Kristine Troch

Other, Teaching and Learning
Secondary Social Studies Coordinator

Wednesday August 21, 2019 9:15am - 11:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 112
  Secondary Teachers

9:15am EDT

World Languages Curriculum Part 3
Participants will take a deeper look at the curriculum as it is unpacked and will begin planning for the year. This fulfills How the Curriculum Lives in Your Classroom for Modern World Languages Teachers and Curriculum Updates for Latin Teachers Essential Session.
Speakers
avatar for Zach Neumann

Zach Neumann

World Language Instructional Specialist, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Bonjour! My passion in teaching world languages is using comprehensible input to help teachers and student remain in the target language at all levels. Teaching in the target language is a MUST if we are going to help grow students' proficiency. I am also passionate about traveling... Read More →

Wednesday August 21, 2019 9:15am - 11:00am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 109
  Secondary Teachers

9:15am EDT

Integrating New Digital Resources in the High School Mathematics Classroom
Learn to integrate Mathspace, a newly adopted digital resource, to transform and personalize learning in your classroom. Teachers will need to complete a short introductory course through Schoology before attending this face-to-face workshop. The join code for the Schoology course is 6MVHJ-TD53S. This fulfills essential session Integrating New Digital Resources in the High School Classroom.
Speakers
avatar for Thomas Coker

Thomas Coker

Secondary Mathematics Coordinator, Secondary Teaching and Learning

Wednesday August 21, 2019 9:15am - 11:15am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 116
  Secondary Teachers

9:15am EDT

Integrating New Digital Resources in the Middle School Mathematics Classroom
Learn to integrate Mathspace, a newly adopted digital resource, to transform and personalize learning in your classroom. Teachers will need to complete a short introductory course through Schoology before attending this face-to-face workshop. The join code for the Schoology course is 6MVHJ-TD53S. This fulfills essential session Integrating New Digital Resources in the Middle School Classroom.
Speakers
avatar for Thomas Coker

Thomas Coker

Secondary Mathematics Coordinator, Secondary Teaching and Learning

Wednesday August 21, 2019 9:15am - 11:15am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 115
  Secondary Teachers

9:15am EDT

Middle & High School Technical and Career Education Achieve 3000
This is daily differentiated instruction for non-fiction reading tailored to the student's Lexile Reading level.
Speakers
avatar for Nicole DeVries

Nicole DeVries

Director, K-12 and Gifted Programs, Department of Teaching and Learning

Wednesday August 21, 2019 9:15am - 11:15am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 128
  Secondary Teachers

9:15am EDT

Middle School English, Reading, Literacy Coach Achieve 3000
This is daily differentiated instruction for non-fiction reading tailored to the student's Lexile Reading level.
Speakers
avatar for Nicole DeVries

Nicole DeVries

Director, K-12 and Gifted Programs, Department of Teaching and Learning

Wednesday August 21, 2019 9:15am - 11:15am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 129
  Secondary Teachers

9:15am EDT

Middle School Social Studies Achieve 3000
This is daily differentiated instruction for non-fiction reading tailored to the student's Lexile Reading level.
Speakers
avatar for Nicole DeVries

Nicole DeVries

Director, K-12 and Gifted Programs, Department of Teaching and Learning

Wednesday August 21, 2019 9:15am - 11:15am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 130
  Secondary Teachers

10:15am EDT

Breaking Out of Traditional Classroom Learning: Using Breakout Boxes to Maximize Student Engagement
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Missy Sullivan

Dr. Missy Sullivan

Gifted Tchr, First Colonial HS
I am passionate about students as well as teachers. I've had a wide range of teaching experience which includes teaching inner-city students in Pre-K, K, 2nd, and 5th grade. I've also taught in a French immersion school working with 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade. When I moved to VA Beach... Read More →

Wednesday August 21, 2019 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 105
  Breakout Session

10:15am EDT

G Suite for Educators
Speakers
avatar for Kim Adams

Kim Adams

Instructional Technology Coordinator, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Coordinator, Instructional Technology, Department of Technology, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
avatar for Matthew Colohan

Matthew Colohan

Coord Instructional Technology, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Charlie Hinsch

Charlie Hinsch

Instructional Technology Coordinator, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
I'm an Instructional Technology Coordinator with a passion for infusing technology in education & looking to change the way digital natives learn. Lets connect!

Wednesday August 21, 2019 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 106
  Breakout Session

10:15am EDT

Growing Resilient Brains
Speakers
avatar for Angelyn Nichols

Angelyn Nichols

Specialist, Professional Growth and Innovation

Wednesday August 21, 2019 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 122
  Breakout Session

10:15am EDT

Infusing Culturally Responsive Curriculum to meet the needs of Culturally Linguistically Economically Diverse Gifted students.
Speakers
avatar for Dornswalo Wilkins-McCorey

Dornswalo Wilkins-McCorey

Coordinator of Gifted Education, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Tina Cerja

Tina Cerja

GRT, Lynnhaven MS
Gifted Resource Teacher at Lynnhaven Middle School

Wednesday August 21, 2019 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 103
  Breakout Session

10:15am EDT

Introduction to Schoology
Speakers
DT

Deborah Torres

Teacher, Alanton ES

Wednesday August 21, 2019 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 111
  Breakout Session

10:15am EDT

Joy in the Classroom
Speakers
avatar for Jeanne Dodd

Jeanne Dodd

Instructional Technology Specialist, Tallwood ES
TH

Wednesday August 21, 2019 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 104
  Breakout Session

10:15am EDT

Morning Meeting: Creating a Sense of Belonging, Significance, & Fun
Speakers
avatar for Allie Sansone

Allie Sansone

Professional Learning Specialist, Office of Professional Growth and Innovation

Wednesday August 21, 2019 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 124
  Breakout Session

10:15am EDT

Notice & Wonder - Simple yet powerful structure to position your students as doers of science and mathematics.
Speakers
RF

Ryan Foster

Elementary Science Coordinator, Teaching and Learning

Wednesday August 21, 2019 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 121
  Breakout Session

10:15am EDT

Question Formulation Technique
Speakers
avatar for Bridget Mariano

Bridget Mariano

Instructional Specialist, VBCPS
I taught chemistry and AP chemistry at Ocean Lakes High School for 11 years before transitioning to the field of Instructional Technology and ultimately STEM and Innovation Instructional design. I work with students, staff, teacher leaders, administrators, and the community to improve... Read More →

Wednesday August 21, 2019 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 101
  Breakout Session

10:15am EDT

The Compelling Why for Social-Emotional Learning
Speakers
avatar for Anna Surratt

Anna Surratt

Coordinator of Professional Learning, Department of Professional Growth and Innovation

Wednesday August 21, 2019 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 107
  Breakout Session

10:15am EDT

VBCPS Databases & Digital Video Resources
Speakers
avatar for Kelly Miller

Kelly Miller

Coordinator K12 Library Services, Virginia Beach City Public Schools

Wednesday August 21, 2019 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 102
  Breakout Session

10:15am EDT

What to Expect When You're Expecting a 1:1 Digital Classroom
Speakers
avatar for Anne Bianchi Emmons

Anne Bianchi Emmons

Assistant Principal ES, Lynnhaven ES
avatar for Sheila Teri

Sheila Teri

Instructional Technology Coordinator, Virginia Beach City Public Schools

Wednesday August 21, 2019 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 100
  Breakout Session

10:15am EDT

‘Lei-ing the Foundation’ for Culturally Responsive Practices
Speakers
avatar for Dr. LaQuiche Parrott

Dr. LaQuiche Parrott

Director, of the Office for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, VBCPS

TOCLI CRP Presentation pdf
Wednesday August 21, 2019 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 123
  Breakout Session

10:15am EDT

“Hybrid VRS Retirement Plan” – Customer Service “BEWell 101” – BEWell
Speakers
JJ
KC
ES

Wednesday August 21, 2019 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
Green Run HS: Library
  Breakout Session

10:15am EDT

Breakout Sessions
Attendance is required during the breakout sessions; however, you may choose which session to attend.  The titles of the sessions will be shared with you at TOCLI.  
Speakers
V

Wednesday August 21, 2019 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
Various Locations 1700 Dahlia Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23453
  Elementary Teachers

11:00am EDT

Lunch
PMS Lunch Menu pdf
Wednesday August 21, 2019 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Cafeteria 1700 Dahlia Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23453
  All Attendees

11:15am EDT

Lunch
PMS Lunch Menu pdf
Wednesday August 21, 2019 11:15am - 12:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Cafeteria 1700 Dahlia Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23453
  All Attendees

12:00pm EDT

Keynote Address with VBCPS Teacher of the Year
In this session, participants will be inspired by our current VBCPS Teacher of the Year!
Wednesday August 21, 2019 12:00pm - 12:45pm EDT
Green Run HS: Auditorium 1700 Dahlia Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23453
  All Attendees

1:00pm EDT

Early Childhood Special Education First Weeks of School
Overview of division expectations and best practice to help special education teachers during the first weeks of school.
Speakers
TS

Tammy Spears

Early Child Spec Ed Tchr
WL

Wednesday August 21, 2019 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 221
  Elementary Teachers

1:00pm EDT

Elementary Beginning and New to DRA Learning Environment
Limited Capacity full
Participants will be introduced to VBCPS expectations for effectively establishing a positive learning environment.
Speakers
avatar for Melissa Hebert

Melissa Hebert

Teacher, Three Oaks Elementary

Wednesday August 21, 2019 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 200
  Elementary Teachers

1:00pm EDT

Elementary Beginning and New to DRA Learning Environment
Limited Capacity filling up
Participants will be introduced to VBCPS expectations for effectively establishing a positive learning environment.
Speakers
DF

Deb Fuge

First Grade Teacher, Three Oaks ES
CT

Wednesday August 21, 2019 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 201
  Elementary Teachers

1:00pm EDT

Elementary Beginning and New to DRA Learning Environment
Limited Capacity seats available
Participants will be introduced to VBCPS expectations for effectively establishing a positive learning environment.
Speakers
LZ

Lisa Zebley

Thoroughgood ES
First Grade Teacher, Thoroughgood Elementary School

Wednesday August 21, 2019 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 202
  Elementary Teachers

1:00pm EDT

Elementary Beginning and New to DRA Learning Environment
Limited Capacity filling up
Participants will be introduced to VBCPS expectations for effectively establishing a positive learning environment.
Speakers
DS
avatar for Kelli Whalen

Kelli Whalen

Teacher, Three Oaks ES
I am a 5th grade teacher at Three Oaks Elementary School.  I am married and have 2 children, one is in the 9th grade at Kellam (my old Alma mater) and the other is in 5th grade at Creeds.  They keep me very busy playing sports (cheer, baseball, & basketball).  I love being outside... Read More →

Wednesday August 21, 2019 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 203
  Elementary Teachers

1:00pm EDT

Elementary Beginning and New to DRA Learning Environment
Limited Capacity seats available
Participants will be introduced to VBCPS expectations for effectively establishing a positive learning environment.
Speakers
MH
AT

Amanda Tatum

Teacher, Point O'View Elementary

Wednesday August 21, 2019 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 204
  Elementary Teachers

1:00pm EDT

Elementary Beginning and New to DRA Learning Environment
Participants will be introduced to VBCPS expectations for effectively establishing a positive learning environment.
Wednesday August 21, 2019 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 205
  Elementary Teachers

1:00pm EDT

Elementary Beginning and New to DRA Learning Environment for Kindergarten
Limited Capacity seats available
Participants will be introduced to VBCPS expectations for effectively establishing a positive learning environment.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Karen Drosinos

Dr. Karen Drosinos

Assistant Principal ES, Diamond Springs ES

Wednesday August 21, 2019 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 213
  Elementary Teachers

1:00pm EDT

Fourth and Fifth Grade DRA for Experienced with DRA
In this session, participants will be introduced to the Developmental Reading Assessment (DRA) and will become familiar with how it is used in Virginia Beach.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Annette Conley

Annette Conley

Reading Specialist, Thoroughgood ES
I'm the reading specialist at Thoroughgood Elementary, and I'm always looking for ways to motivate students and foster a love of reading.
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
KK

Karen Kaas

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Grace Unger

Grace Unger

Reading Specialist, Brookwood ES

Wednesday August 21, 2019 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 218
  Elementary Teachers

1:00pm EDT

Kindergarten and First Grade DRA for Experienced with DRA
In this session, participants will be introduced to the Developmental Reading Assessment (DRA) and will become familiar with how it is used in Virginia Beach.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
BB

Bridget Buchinger

Reading Specialist, Malibu ES
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
LL

Lynn Lear

Reading Specialist, Alanton ES
avatar for Evan Moss

Evan Moss

PBIS Coach, Department of Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Wednesday August 21, 2019 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 216
  Elementary Teachers

1:00pm EDT

Learning Environment & First Weeks of School Elementary SPED Beginning and Experienced
Overview of division expectations and best practice to help special education teachers during the first weeks of school.
Speakers
MA

Marissa Adcock

Special Education Coordinator
MW
ML
HE
avatar for Chante Lawrence

Wednesday August 21, 2019 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 234
  Elementary Teachers

1:00pm EDT

Pre-Kindergarten Specialized Training
In this session, Pre-Kindergarten teachers will explore the VBCPS program.
Speakers
C

Cooper

Title I Coordinator, VBCPS
avatar for Dr. Karen Drosinos

Dr. Karen Drosinos

Assistant Principal ES, Diamond Springs ES

Wednesday August 21, 2019 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 206
  Elementary Teachers

1:00pm EDT

Second and Third Grade DRA for Experienced with DRA
In this session, participants will be introduced to the Developmental Reading Assessment (DRA) and will become familiar with how it is used in Virginia Beach.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Amy Paulson

Amy Paulson

Reading Specialist, Pembroke ES
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
AW

Ashlee Williams

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
EZ

Erin Zeder

Reading Specialist, Kempsville ES

Wednesday August 21, 2019 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 217
  Elementary Teachers

1:00pm EDT

Adapted Academic Foundations (AAF)/Functional Academic Foundations (FAF)First Weeks of School
Overview of division expectations and best practice to help special education teachers during the first weeks of school.
Speakers
KK

Katie Kubichan

Instr Specialist
MP

Megan Poole

Cross Categ - ED/LD Tchr

Wednesday August 21, 2019 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 214
  K-12 Programs Teachers

1:00pm EDT

Hearing Impaired First Weeks of School
Overview of division expectations and best practice to help HI teachers during the first weeks of school.
Speakers
MG

Michelle Galvin

Spch/Lang Pathologist
JN

Jessica Nicolas

Spch/Lang Pathologist

Wednesday August 21, 2019 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 411
  K-12 Programs Teachers

1:00pm EDT

Speech and Language Pathologist First Weeks of School
Overview of division expectations and best practice to help SLP  teachers during the first weeks of school.
Speakers
MG

Michelle Galvin

Spch/Lang Pathologist
JN

Jessica Nicolas

Spch/Lang Pathologist

Wednesday August 21, 2019 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 233
  K-12 Programs Teachers

1:00pm EDT

High School First Weeks of School
Limited Capacity full
The first week of school plays a vital role in establishing and maintaining positive relationships with our students. The goal of this session is to explain the importance of building positive relationships, as well as discover how to begin this process from the start of the school year. We will explore a variety of activities, and you will leave this session with a plan for the first week of school.
Speakers
JF

Jenna Filipowicz

Assistant Principal, Princess Anne High
MD

Melissa Disher

Teacher, First Colonial HS

Wednesday August 21, 2019 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 112
  Secondary Teachers

1:00pm EDT

High School First Weeks of School
Limited Capacity full
The first week of school plays a vital role in establishing and maintaining positive relationships with our students. The goal of this session is to explain the importance of building positive relationships, as well as discover how to begin this process from the start of the school year. We will explore a variety of activities, and you will leave this session with a plan for the first week of school.
Speakers
avatar for Kathleen Trace

Kathleen Trace

Teacher/Department Chair, VBCPS
I am a National Board Certified Teacher who passionate about helping new teachers survive and thrive in their first year. My blog has tons of free advice: www.wannabeteacher.com.

Wednesday August 21, 2019 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 113
  Secondary Teachers

1:00pm EDT

High School First Weeks of School
Limited Capacity full
The first week of school plays a vital role in establishing and maintaining positive relationships with our students. The goal of this session is to explain the importance of building positive relationships, as well as discover how to begin this process from the start of the school year. We will explore a variety of activities, and you will leave this session with a plan for the first week of school.
Speakers
avatar for Jenna Free

Jenna Free

Teacher, Tallwood High School
I teach English and VA Teachers for Tomorrow at Tallwood High School!

Copy of TOCLI First Weeks of School 2019 pdf
Wednesday August 21, 2019 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 114
  Secondary Teachers

1:00pm EDT

High School First Weeks of School
Limited Capacity seats available
The first week of school plays a vital role in establishing and maintaining positive relationships with our students. The goal of this session is to explain the importance of building positive relationships, as well as discover how to begin this process from the start of the school year. We will explore a variety of activities, and you will leave this session with a plan for the first week of school.
Speakers
JF

Jenna Filipowicz

Assistant Principal, Princess Anne High

Wednesday August 21, 2019 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 115
  Secondary Teachers

1:00pm EDT

Middle School First Weeks of School
Limited Capacity full
The first week of school plays a vital role in establishing and maintaining positive relationships with our students. The goal of this session is to explain the importance of building positive relationships, as well as discover how to begin this process from the start of the school year. We will explore a variety of activities, and you will leave this session with a plan for the first week of school.
Speakers
KK

Kim Kelleher

Teacher, Corporate Landing MS
JB

Joshua Brown

Gifted Resource Teacher
An English teacher at Virginia Beach Middle School for the past ten years, Joshua Brown is a Virginia Beach native and VBCPS graduate, an avid gardener (flowers, not vegetables!), and loves his Chocolate Borador, Magellan. Josh has served in many extracurricular roles at VBMS including... Read More →

Wednesday August 21, 2019 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 100
  Secondary Teachers

1:00pm EDT

Middle School First Weeks of School
Limited Capacity filling up
The first week of school plays a vital role in establishing and maintaining positive relationships with our students. The goal of this session is to explain the importance of building positive relationships, as well as discover how to begin this process from the start of the school year. We will explore a variety of activities, and you will leave this session with a plan for the first week of school.
Speakers
TB

Torri Butler

Literacy Teacher, Plaza MS
AN

Wednesday August 21, 2019 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 101
  Secondary Teachers

1:00pm EDT

Middle School First Weeks of School
Limited Capacity filling up
The first week of school plays a vital role in establishing and maintaining positive relationships with our students. The goal of this session is to explain the importance of building positive relationships, as well as discover how to begin this process from the start of the school year. We will explore a variety of activities, and you will leave this session with a plan for the first week of school.
Speakers
MB
LO

Laura Orzell

Math Specialist, Bayside MS

Wednesday August 21, 2019 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 102
  Secondary Teachers

1:00pm EDT

English as a Second Language First Weeks of School
Limited Capacity seats available
The first week of school plays a vital role in establishing and maintaining positive relationships with our students. The goal of this session is to explain the importance of building positive relationships, as well as discover how to begin this process from the start of the school year. We will explore a variety of activities, and you will leave this course with a plan for the first weeks of school.
Speakers
SL

Shannon Leonard

English Learner Instructional Specialist, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
 
avatar for Nicole DeVries

Nicole DeVries

Director, K-12 and Gifted Programs, Department of Teaching and Learning

Wednesday August 21, 2019 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 120
  K-12 Programs Teachers

1:00pm EDT

Health and Physical Education Teacher First Weeks of School
Limited Capacity seats available
The first week of school plays a vital role in establishing and maintaining positive relationships with our students. The goal of this session is to explain the importance of building positive relationships, as well as discover how to begin this process from the start of the school year. We will explore a variety of activities, and you will leave this course with a plan for the first week of school.
Speakers
AA

Alice Ashley

Instr Specialist, Teaching & Learning
K-12 HPE Curriculum and Instruction
avatar for Sheila Jones

Sheila Jones

Coordinator, K-12 Health & PE, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Follow me on Twitter @SheilaVBHPE
DO

Denise O'Connell

Drivers Ed Tchr

Wednesday August 21, 2019 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 219
  K-12 Programs Teachers

1:00pm EDT

Performing Arts Curriculum First Weeks of School
Limited Capacity seats available
The first week of school plays a vital role in establishing and maintaining positive relationships with our students. The goal of this session is to explain the importance of building positive relationships, as well as discover how to begin this process from the start of the school year. We will explore a variety of activities, and you will leave this course with a plan for the first weeks of school.
Speakers
avatar for John Brewington

John Brewington

Fine Arts Coordinator, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Holly Sunderland

Holly Sunderland

Instructional Specialist, VBCPS
Performing Arts, K - 12

Wednesday August 21, 2019 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 220
  K-12 Programs Teachers

1:00pm EDT

Visual Arts Program Curriculum First Weeks of School
Limited Capacity seats available
The first week of school plays a vital role in establishing and maintaining positive relationships with our students. The goal of this session is to explain the importance of building positive relationships, as well as discover how to begin this process from the start of the school year. We will explore a variety of activities, and you will leave this course with a plan for the first weeks of school.
Speakers
avatar for Christopher Buhner

Christopher Buhner

Visual Arts Coordinator, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Passionate about the role that visual arts play in a well-rounded education for students.
avatar for Amber Hester

Amber Hester

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
Hello teachers!I'm delighted to be presenting at TOCI and welcome you to Virginia Beach City Public Schools. I come to you with twenty years’ experience teaching art on the elementary and middle school levels. I'm currently enjoying my new position as Instructional Specialist which... Read More →

Wednesday August 21, 2019 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Art Room
  K-12 Programs Teachers

1:00pm EDT

Library Media Specialists Specialized Training
Library Media Specialists will receive specific training about the VBCPS program.
Speakers
avatar for Kelly Miller

Kelly Miller

Coordinator K12 Library Services, Virginia Beach City Public Schools

Wednesday August 21, 2019 1:00pm - 3:15pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 108
  K-12 Programs Teachers

1:00pm EDT

School Counselors Specialized Training
School Counselors will receive specific training about the VBCPS program.
Speakers
RJ

Robert Jamison

Other, Teaching and Learning
Mr. Robert B. Jamison is the coordinator of School Counseling Services for Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBCPS). Mr. Jamison earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at the University of Virginia in 2004. In August 2008 he was hired as a professional school counselor in VBCPS... Read More →

Wednesday August 21, 2019 1:00pm - 3:15pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 125
  K-12 Programs Teachers

1:00pm EDT

Synergy for Special Education (Secondary)
Introducing new staff to Synergy SE and how it works to write IEPs.
Speakers
avatar for Christine Drescher

Christine Drescher

Coordinator, Programs for Exceptional Children
MG

Michelle Galvin

Spch/Lang Pathologist

Wednesday August 21, 2019 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 410
  Secondary Teachers

1:00pm EDT

Synergy for Special Education (Secondary)
Introducing new staff to Synergy SE and how it works to write IEPs.
Speakers
avatar for Christine Drescher

Christine Drescher

Coordinator, Programs for Exceptional Children
MG

Michelle Galvin

Spch/Lang Pathologist

Wednesday August 21, 2019 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 213
  Secondary Teachers

2:40pm EDT

DRA for Special Education
In this session, participants will be introduced to the Developmental Reading Assessment (DRA) and will become familiar with how it is used in Virginia Beach.
Speakers
MB

Monica Bennett

Instr Specialist, Elementary Teaching and Learning
AB

Alicia Broadwater

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning
avatar for Susan Faulkner

Susan Faulkner

Central Office Staff, VBCPS
CG

Chad Gangwer

Coordinator, Elementary Curriculum, Elementary Teaching and Learning
JO

Johanna Ortiz

Coord Mathematics
avatar for Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart

Instructional Specialist, Department of Teaching and Learning

Wednesday August 21, 2019 2:40pm - 4:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 218
  Elementary Teachers

2:45pm EDT

Fifth Grade First Weeks of School
Limited Capacity filling up
The first week of school plays a vital role in establishing and maintaining positive relationships with our students. The goal of this session is to explain the importance of building positive relationships, as well as discover how to begin this process from the start of the school year. We will explore a variety of activities, and you will leave this course with a plan for the first weeks of school.
Speakers
avatar for Kelli Whalen

Kelli Whalen

Teacher, Three Oaks ES
I am a 5th grade teacher at Three Oaks Elementary School.  I am married and have 2 children, one is in the 9th grade at Kellam (my old Alma mater) and the other is in 5th grade at Creeds.  They keep me very busy playing sports (cheer, baseball, & basketball).  I love being outside... Read More →
CT

Wednesday August 21, 2019 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 200
  Elementary Teachers

2:45pm EDT

First Grade First Weeks of School
Limited Capacity filling up
The first week of school plays a vital role in establishing and maintaining positive relationships with our students. The goal of this session is to explain the importance of building positive relationships, as well as discover how to begin this process from the start of the school year. We will explore a variety of activities, and you will leave this course with a plan for the first weeks of school.
Speakers
MH

Wednesday August 21, 2019 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 211
  Elementary Teachers

2:45pm EDT

First Grade First Weeks of School
Limited Capacity filling up
The first week of school plays a vital role in establishing and maintaining positive relationships with our students. The goal of this session is to explain the importance of building positive relationships, as well as discover how to begin this process from the start of the school year. We will explore a variety of activities, and you will leave this course with a plan for the first weeks of school.
Speakers
DF

Deb Fuge

First Grade Teacher, Three Oaks ES

Wednesday August 21, 2019 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 212
  Elementary Teachers

2:45pm EDT

Fourth Grade First Weeks of School
Limited Capacity seats available
The first week of school plays a vital role in establishing and maintaining positive relationships with our students. The goal of this session is to explain the importance of building positive relationships, as well as discover how to begin this process from the start of the school year. We will explore a variety of activities, and you will leave this course with a plan for the first weeks of school.
Speakers
avatar for Melissa Hebert

Melissa Hebert

Teacher, Three Oaks Elementary

Wednesday August 21, 2019 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 207
  Elementary Teachers

2:45pm EDT

Kindergarten First Weeks of School
Limited Capacity filling up
The first week of school plays a vital role in establishing and maintaining positive relationships with our students. The goal of this session is to explain the importance of building positive relationships, as well as discover how to begin this process from the start of the school year. We will explore a variety of activities, and you will leave this course with a plan for the first week of school.
Speakers
AT

Amanda Tatum

Teacher, Point O'View Elementary

Wednesday August 21, 2019 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 204
  Elementary Teachers

2:45pm EDT

Pre-Kindergarten First Weeks of School
Limited Capacity seats available
The first week of school plays a vital role in establishing and maintaining positive relationships with our students. The goal of this session is to explain the importance of building positive relationships, as well as discover how to begin this process from the start of the school year. We will explore a variety of activities, and you will leave this course with a plan for the first weeks of school.
Wednesday August 21, 2019 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 206
  Elementary Teachers

2:45pm EDT

Second Grade First Weeks of School
Limited Capacity full
The first week of school plays a vital role in establishing and maintaining positive relationships with our students. The goal of this session is to explain the importance of building positive relationships, as well as discover how to begin this process from the start of the school year. We will explore a variety of activities, and you will leave this course with a plan for the first weeks of school.
Speakers
DS

Wednesday August 21, 2019 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 203
  Elementary Teachers

2:45pm EDT

Third Grade First Weeks of School
Limited Capacity filling up
The first week of school plays a vital role in establishing and maintaining positive relationships with our students. The goal of this session is to explain the importance of building positive relationships, as well as discover how to begin this process from the start of the school year. We will explore a variety of activities, and you will leave this course with a plan for the first weeks of school.
Speakers
avatar for Annette Conley

Annette Conley

Reading Specialist, Thoroughgood ES
I'm the reading specialist at Thoroughgood Elementary, and I'm always looking for ways to motivate students and foster a love of reading.

Wednesday August 21, 2019 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 209
  Elementary Teachers

2:45pm EDT

Third Grade First Weeks of School
Limited Capacity filling up
The first week of school plays a vital role in establishing and maintaining positive relationships with our students. The goal of this session is to explain the importance of building positive relationships, as well as discover how to begin this process from the start of the school year. We will explore a variety of activities, and you will leave this course with a plan for the first weeks of school.
Speakers
LZ

Lisa Zebley

Thoroughgood ES
First Grade Teacher, Thoroughgood Elementary School

Wednesday August 21, 2019 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
Green Run HS: Room 210
  Elementary Teachers
 
Thursday, August 22
 

8:00am EDT

Spanish Immersion Part 1 (Required for Spanish Immersion Teachers)
In this session, participants will become familiar with the Spanish Immersion Program in Virginia Beach Schools.
Speakers
avatar for Kelly Arble

Kelly Arble

K-12 World Language Coordinator, Virginia Beach City Public Schools, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
EM
avatar for Zach Neumann

Zach Neumann

World Language Instructional Specialist, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Bonjour! My passion in teaching world languages is using comprehensible input to help teachers and student remain in the target language at all levels. Teaching in the target language is a MUST if we are going to help grow students' proficiency. I am also passionate about traveling... Read More →
avatar for Daniella Wornom

Daniella Wornom

4th Grade Tchr

Thursday August 22, 2019 8:00am - 9:30am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 208

8:00am EDT

Optional Professional Learning Sessions- Registration Directions
Several optional sessions will be offered throughout the day Thursday including, but not limited to MANDT, Building Empathy for the Military Child, and hands-on CPR. We hope you consider taking advantage of these opportunities. Some of the sessions will also be offered during the year. Lunch will not be provided.

Registration for these sessions is in Frontline, our professional learning management system.  To access Frontline when you are home or away from school, visit the current employee page on vbschools.com and look under Employee Resources. You will need to log in using your network login and password.

Before you can search the catalog, you need to set your profile (see attached directions).  A quick tip for searching is to use a keyword!  All of these sessions can be found by searching for TOCLI.   
Speakers
V

Quick Steps for Setting Your Profile pdf
Thursday August 22, 2019 8:00am - 4:00pm EDT
Green Run HS 1700 Dahlia Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23453
  All Attendees

9:45am EDT

Spanish Immersion Part 2 (Required for Spanish Immersion Teachers)
In this session, participants will become familiar with the Spanish Immersion Program in Virginia Beach Schools.
Speakers
avatar for Kelly Arble

Kelly Arble

K-12 World Language Coordinator, Virginia Beach City Public Schools, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
EM
avatar for Zach Neumann

Zach Neumann

World Language Instructional Specialist, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Bonjour! My passion in teaching world languages is using comprehensible input to help teachers and student remain in the target language at all levels. Teaching in the target language is a MUST if we are going to help grow students' proficiency. I am also passionate about traveling... Read More →
avatar for Daniella Wornom

Daniella Wornom

4th Grade Tchr

Thursday August 22, 2019 9:45am - 11:15am EDT
Green Run HS: Room 208

11:15am EDT

Optional Professional Learning Sessions- Registration Directions
Several optional sessions will be offered throughout the day Thursday including, but not limited to MANDT, Building Empathy for the Military Child, and hands-on CPR. We hope you consider taking advantage of these opportunities. Some of the sessions will also be offered during the year. Lunch will not be provided.

Registration for these sessions is in Frontline, our professional learning management system.  To access Frontline when you are home or away from school, visit the current employee page on vbschools.com and look under Employee Resources. You will need to log in using your network login and password. 

Before you can search the catalog, you need to set your profile (see attached directions). A quick tip for searching is to use a keyword! All of these sessions can be found by searching for TOCLI. x
Quick Steps for Setting Your Profile pdf
Thursday August 22, 2019 11:15am - 4:00pm EDT
Various Locations 1700 Dahlia Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23453
  All Attendees
 
  • Timezone TOCLI 2019
    America/New York
  • Filter By Date