June 8th-11th, 2009

To be held at:

 Washington High School

501 N Sycamore
Sioux Falls, SD 57110

 

Educators Summer Symposium


 
Presented by: Sioux Falls School District, Educational Service Agency 2 (ESA2),
& Sioux Falls Education Association

 

 

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The Educators Summer Symposium provides opportunities for educators, school resource officers, parents and community members to participate in practical, research-based sessions designed to provide information, stimulate discussion, and foster personal and professional growth.

 Session are presented by national, regional and local experts who will provide research-based information and practical ideas. Many session are interactive, and there will be time for participants to network.

Last year, over 700 participants from 120 different communities participated in this educational event.

Please join us for the

 3rd Annual Educators Summer Symposium!

 

Keynote Speakers

Monday

Amy Benjamin

"Academic Reading Fitness"

Michael Dorn

"Mr. Jack- Removing the Fear Barrier While Creating Dignity, Honor and Respect in Schools"

Tuesday

Dr. Jane E. Pollock

"Using Researched Based Strategies in the Classroom"

Dr. Rick Melmer

"Adjusting the Sails: Teaching When the Waters Are Choppy"

Wednesday

Brian Mendler

"Set Students Up for Success: The Most Important Motivational Tools and How to Use Them"

 

Bill White

"The Idea That is America: Our Enduring Debate"

Thursday

Dr. Craig Howe

"Hate Speech, Horses and Hostages: The Untold Story of Lewis and Clark in Teton Territory"

Detective Mike Olsen

"The Educator's Response to Child Abuse"

Cost: 1 day = $50   2 days = $75       4 days = $125