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INDIANA DISTRICT LUTHERAN CHURCH - MISSOURI SYNOD

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Dear Educators,

Warm greetings to each of you in the name of Jesus, our Risen Lord and Savior! God’s great peace is yours today through the suffering, death, and resurrection of Jesus.

The 2017 Indiana District Teachers’ Conference theme is entitled, “It’s Still All About Jesus.”It brings me great joy and excitement to engage with each of you through this outstanding professional development event. Amy and I are eager to participate and learn with you in one of the district’s biggest opportunities for Biblical study, professional and personal growth through the many sectional and collegiality moments this conference affords each of us.

The Indiana District has a rich tradition of Christian education. Two outstanding keynote presenters, a host of sectional topics and presenters to meet the needs of educators at all levels, and time for worship and Bible study give you that needed time to learn and reflect, keeping with that tradition of providing a rich, Christian experience for you to take back into your respective schools and classrooms.

God has blessed the Indiana District with excellent leaders and teachers. It is the hope and prayer of the 2017 Indiana District Teachers’ Conference Committee that you will find this conference to be rewarding and rejuvenating as you continue to rev up for an outstanding school year.

On behalf of the Conference Planning Committee, I encourage you to take advantage of this conference and all that it has to offer you.

It is our prayer that God continues to grant you a blessed 2017-2018 academic year.

It is truly a privilege for Amy and me to partner with you in “connecting children to Jesus.”

Enjoy the conference!

Blessings,Jon Mielke, Ed.D.Executive Counselor for Christian EducationSuperintendent, Lutheran Schools of Indiana (IDOE #9230)Indiana District, Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod



September 28 & 29, 2017 Concordia Lutheran High School1601 St. Joe River DriveFort Wayne, IN 46805

Thursday, September 28 8:15 Registration Opens (Refreshments Available) 9:00 Welcome & Keynote – George Couros 11:00 Session 112:00 Session 2 or Lunch 1:00 Session 3 or Lunch 2:00 Keynote – Aaron Likens 3:45 Session 4 4:45 Teacher Anniversary Recognition

Friday, September 29 8:30 Worship at Holy Cross with Communion 9:45 Exhibit Hall Opens (Refreshments Available)10:15 Session 5 11:15 Session 6 or Lunch12:15 Session 7 or Lunch 1:15 Session 8

Agenda

Registration

For complete conference details, event registration, and hotel accommodations, please visit: in.lcms.org/event/teach17

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Keynotes

George Couros presenting The Innovator’s Mindset

George Couros is a leading educator in the area of innovative leadership, teaching, and learning. His keynote

will explore the idea and characteristics of “The Innovator’s Mindset” and share powerful examples on why this is so crucial for all educators. His belief that meaningful change happens when you first connect to people’s hearts is modeled in his writing and speaking.

Couros has worked with all levels of school, from K—12 as a teacher, technology facilitator, and school and district administrator, and is the author of the book, The Innovator’s Mindset: Empower Learning, Unleash Talent, and Lead a Culture of Creativity. He is a sought-after speaker on the topic of innovative student learning and engagement and has worked with schools and organizations around the globe.

He is also the creator of ConnectedPrincipals.com, an initiative platform that brings educators and leaders together from around the world to create powerful learning opportunities for students.

Aaron Likens presenting Understanding Autism from the Other Side of the Wall

Aaron shares his personal experiences from the point of view of an individual with

autism. His presentation will be impactful and touching, while offering incredible insight.

A captivating speaker, Likens has given hundreds of talks all over the country. He was named a Mental Health Champion in 2012 by the Missouri Department of Mental Health, and has received numerous other accolades.

Motivation for Technology

Session 1, Thursday 11:00 AM

Audience: Middle & High School

Presenter: Jennifer Probst, St. Paul Lutheran, Columbus, IN

Sensory Challenges: Supports and Strategies


Audience: All

Presenter: Mona Fuerstenau,Lutheran Ministries Partnership

Placing Art at the Heart of Learning


Audience: Grades K—8

Presenter: Rose Farley,Arts Attach Publications

Teaching Strategies for Children


Audience: Early Childhood

Presenter: Dr. Mary Schuldheisz,Concordia University Portland

“It’s only a picture”: Understanding the Causes and Consequences of Sexting


Audience: All

Presenter: Cathie Bledsoe,Indiana State Police - Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force

Fingerplays, Nursery Rhymes and Transitions



Presenter: Barbara Bradtmueller,Peace Lutheran Preschool, Fort Wayne, IN

Awesome Authors and Artists



Presenter: Julie Klopke,Early Childhood Director of St. Peter, Arlington Heights, IL

Preschool Play: The Teachers’ Role



Presenter: Tracie Douglas,Our Shepherd Lutheran, Avon, IN

The Power of One: Personalized Learning Across the Grades


Audience: All

Presenter: David BlackLutheran High School, Parker, CO

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WorkshopsThursday

For complete session descriptions and speaker bios, visit in.lcms.org/teach17

Preschool Active Learning

Session 2, Thursday 12:00 PM


Presenter: Jennifer Probst, St. Paul Lutheran, Columbus, IN

“How to Tell the Parents.”


Audience: Grades PS—3 and Administration

Presenter: Mona Fuerstenau,Lutheran Ministries Partnership

You Can’t Pour from an Empty Cup


Audience: All

Presenter: Sara Correnti,Concordia Plan Services

Cyberbullying: Take it Seriously


Audience: All

Presenter: Cathie Bledsoe,Indiana State Police Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force

Play, Pray, Hooray! Being a Faith-Based Development Cheerleader



Presenter: Julie Klopke,Early Childhood Director of St. Peter, Arlington Heights, IL

Learning Differences in the Classroom


Audience: All

Presenter: Kara Bratton,Lutheran Special Education Ministry (LSEM)

All our Academic Fair Dreams Came True


Audience: Grades K —12

Presenter: Melissa Brown, Sandra Franke, Sue Sims,Immanuel Lutheran School, Seymour, IN

LISTEN! Children Crying: A Child’s Hope in a Hopeless Life — YOU Can Be Their Guide


Audience: All

Presenter: Sandra Carr & Wally Heinz,LAMP, Lutheran Association of Missionaries & Pilots, Inc.

Top Classroom Safety Hazards


Audience: All

Presenter: Laura Braasch,Church Mutual Insurance Company

WorkshopsThursday

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Snow Angels and Superman: Importance of Gross Motor Skills for Reading and Writing.


Audience: Grades PS—2

Presenter: Rachel Pollock,Fort Wayne, IN

Fundraising Stewardship Best Practices: It’s About Thanking Your Donors to the 7th Power


Audience: All

Presenter: Jon Dize, CFRELutheran SGO of Indiana

Understanding Your Retirement — Maximizing Your Benefits


Audience: All

Presenter: Paul Snyder,Concordia Plan Services

Team Building the Fun Way!


Audience: Directors & Administrators

Presenter: Joy Kitter,Wollcottville, IN

Supporting Children:Ways that Make a Difference



Presenter: Karla Pedue,Early Childhood Alliance, Fort Wayne, IN

Hot Seats and Speed Dating: Keeping Class Discussion Interesting



Presenter: Elizabeth Hoham & Mindy Walz, Concordia Lutheran High School, Fort Wayne, IN

CONFLICTS!!! Lutheran Schools and the Ministry of Reconciliation


Audience: All

Presenter: Jacob Pennekamp,Emmanuel-St. Michael Lutheran School, Fort Wayne, IN

Get Out of His Way!!


Audience: All

Presenter: Matt Konow,Cross Connections Counseling

Placing Art at the Heart of Learning



Presenter: Rose Farley,Arts Attach Publications

WorkshopsThursday


WorkshopsThursday

Electronic Communication with Parents


Audience: All

Presenter: Jennifer Probst,St. Paul Lutheran, Columbus, IN

Checkpoints to Success: Applying Formative Assessments to the Learning Process


Audience: All

Presenter: David Black,Lutheran High School, Parker, CO

Do Not Let Evolution Make a Monkey Out of You!



Presenter: Christopher Gieschen,Concordia Lutheran High School, Fort Wayne, IN

Does Your Church and/or School Need a New/Renewed Perspective?


Audience: All

Presenter: Dr. Mary Schuldheisz, Concordia University Portland

Stress & Health


Audience: All

Presenter: Sara Correnti,Concorida Plan Services

Student Led Fitness Stations


Audience: All

Presenter: Andy Stout, Mark Koehlinger, Pam Rusher,Concordia Lutheran High School, Fort Wayne, IN

The Project Approach in Preschool



Presenter: Tracie Douglas,Our Shepherd Lutheran, Avon, IN

Do I Really Need a Lesson Plan for That? Making the Most of a Read Aloud Story



Presenter: Judy Ripke,Faith Lutheran School, Lincoln, NE

WorkshopsFriday

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Teaching Life Through Sports

Session 5, Friday 10:15 AM


Presenter: Kathy Anderson,Lutheran High School, Indianapolis, IN

Forming Critical Partnerships: Parent-Teacher Relationships


Audience: All

Presenter: Jacob Pennekamp,Emmanuel-St. Michael Lutheran School, Fort Wayne, IN

KICK START: Curriculum Mapping Basics


Audience: All

Presenter: Alicia Levitt & Julie Dietrich,The Lutheran Schools Partnership & St. Peter’s Lutheran School, Columbus, IN

Changing Math Mindsets



Presenter: Danielle Rothert, Lutheran Central School,Brownstown, IN

Faith, Family and Friendship in Preschool



Presenter: Tera Lewandowski & Jenna Hicks, Immanuel Lutheran School, Valparaiso & Central Lutheran School, New Haven, IN

I Wanna Run Away!


Audience: All

Presenter: Stacy Hoeft,Lutheran Special Education Ministries (LSEM)

Cooking with Books – Children’s Stories with Cooking Experiences



Presenter: Lisa Bradley,Early Childhood Alliance

Step into STEM Learning with Fairy Tales and Young Children


Audience: Grades PK—2

Presenter: Judy Ripke,Faith Lutheran School, Lincoln, NE

Thinking Beyond Desks in Rows


Audience: All

Presenter: Jessica Trueblood & Emily Brooks, St. Peter’s Lutheran School, Columbus, IN

Luther’s Laymen: Highlighting the Laity’s role in the Reformation


Audience: All

Presenter: Rev. Matt Jung,Trinity Lutheran High School, Seymour, IN

Daily 5 in Your Classroom; Reading and Beyond



Presenter: Danielle Rothert,Lutheran Central School, Brownstown, IN

Rainbows and Mermaids: Helping Students Navigate Through the Sexual Struggles of Today’s World



Presenter: Rev. Chad Hoover,Concordia Lutheran High School, Fort Wayne, IN

Food and Culture


Audience: All

Presenter: Lisa Bradley,Early Childhood Alliance

Outdoor Education — A How to Guide to Partner with your Local Camp


Audience: All

Presenter: David Vandercar,Lakeview Ministries

Kids Have Feelings Too and That’s OK


Audience: Grades: PS—K

Presenter: Beth Kumfer,Indiana Family and Social Services Administration

Interventions and Accommodations for Struggling Learners


Audience: Elementary

Presenter: Kara Bratton,Lutheran Special Education Ministries (LSEM)

Technology Tools to Enhance Your Curriculum


Audience: All

Presenter: Melissa Brown,Immanuel Lutheran School, Seymour, IN

Changing Math Mindsets



Presenter: Cindy McKinney,Program Director Region 8 ESC

WorkshopsFriday

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Making Math Count: Math in Early Childhood Education



Presenter: Tera Lewandowski & Jenna Hicks,Immanuel Lutheran School, Valparaiso & Central Lutheran School, New Haven, IN

Why Teach About the Reformation?


Audience: All

Presenter: Rev. Daniel May,Indiana District-LCMS

From Golf Outings to Galas: Best Practices for Success at Your Next Fundraising Event

Session 7, Friday 12:15 PM

Audience: All

Presenter: Jon Dize, CFRE,Lutheran SGO of Indiana

WorkshopsFriday


Sports Marksmanshipin Schools



Presenter: SFC-R Alan Conrad, Concordia Lutheran High School, Fort Wayne, IN

You Can Do A Lot with a Little


Audience: Early Childhood Directors

Presenter: Beth Kumfer,Indiana Family and Social Services Administration

The Importance of Reading Aloud with Good Books


Audience: Grades PS—3

Presenter: Kristen Whirrett,Indiana District - LCMS

Minds in the Making: 7 Essential Life Skills Every Child Needs



Presenter: Susie Hord,Valparaiso, IN

In a Growth Mindset Classroom


Audience: Elementary

Presenter: Cindy McKinney,Program Director Region 8 ESC

Teaching Together: An Integrated Approach to Language Arts and Social Studies Instruction


Audience: Middle School & Administrators

Presenter: Jessica Trueblood & Emily Brooks, St. Peter’s Lutheran School, Columbus, IN

Google Classroom — Flipped & Paperless?


Audience: All

Presenter: Karen Tate,Our Savior Lutheran School, Louisville, KY

Faithful and Free: The Life of Daniel as a Model for Christian Schools


Audience: All

Presenter: Rev. Matt Jung,Trinity Lutheran High School, Seymour, IN

Preschool Round Table



Roundtable Discussion

Welcoming Families into Preschools AND the Church




On My Way Preschool and/or Accreditation for Early Childhood


Audience: Preschool Directors & Elementary Administrators with Preschools


Standards Based Report Cards and STEM for 1st Grade


Audience: Grade 1


Standards Based Report Cards and STEM for 2nd Grade


Audience: Grade 2


IREAD/ISTEP and STEM in 3rd Grade


Audience: Grade 3


Indiana History and STEM in 4th Grade


Audience: Grade 4


Transitition to Middle School and STEM for 5th Grade


Audience: Grade 5


Math 6 —12: Resources, Issues and Ideas


Audience: Math Grades 6 —12


WorkshopsFriday

Roundtable Discussions

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Language Arts 6 —12: Resources, Issues and Ideas


Audience: Language Arts Grades 6—12


Social Studies 6—12: Resources, Issues and Ideas


Audience: Social Studies in Grades 6—12


Science 6—12: Resources, Issues and Ideas


Audience: Science in Grades 6 —12


Teaching PE in Grades K—5


Audience: PE Grades K—5


Teaching PE in Grades 6—12 and Coaching


Audience: PE or Coaches Grades 6—12


First and Second Year Teachers Experiences in the Classroom


Audience: New & Second Year Teachers


School Administration — Is that for Me?


Audience: Teachers Interested in Becoming Administrators


Service Projects for Your School or Classroom


Audience: All


Art Music & PE - Teaching it All in a Self Contained Classroom




WorkshopsFriday

Roundtable Discussions


Notes:Need help with your Rubicon/Atlas software or curriculum mapping? Bring your laptop or tablet and drop by our Curriculum Mapping Kiosk any time during the conference and get one-on-one help from Julie Dietrich.

Curriculum Mapping Kiosk

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Notes:

1145 South Barr Street | Fort Wayne, Indiana 468021(800)837-1145 | in.lcms.org

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