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Thursday, July 17
 

11:40am CDT

Annual Ratings Through the Years
Thursday July 17, 2025 11:40am - 12:40pm CDT
Annual ratings support teacher growth goals, identify outstanding teachers, and contribute to a comprehensive summative evaluation. Learn how the Educator Effectiveness System can support administrators in providing effective, evidence driven annual ratings.
Speakers
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Andy Sullivan

Director of Educator Effectiveness, DESE
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Trent Saracini

Educator Support System Specialist, ADE - DESE
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Pearce Peacock

Evaluation State Support Specialist, DESE
Thursday July 17, 2025 11:40am - 12:40pm CDT
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11:40am CDT

Harnessing the Power of AI: Creating Meaningful Access for Students with IEPs
Thursday July 17, 2025 11:40am - 12:40pm CDT
Creating meaningful access for students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to thrive requires more than physical presence. It demands thoughtful (and sometimes challenging) adaptation and modification of curriculum and acitivities to ensure meaningful access and participation. This session explores how Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools can revolutionize the process of modifying student work, empowering educators to provide personalized support efficeitnly and effectively.
Speakers
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Jessica Saum

Collaboration and Inclusion Coordinator, 2022 Arkansas Teacher of the Year, Cabot Public Schools
Jessica Saum is a special educator, author, military spouse and is the 2022 Arkansas Teacher of the Year.  Jessica previously worked as a self-contained special education teacher in Cabot, Arkansas and is known not only for her excellence in the classroom but for her advocacy work... Read More →
Thursday July 17, 2025 11:40am - 12:40pm CDT
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1:00pm CDT

Driving Sustained Success: Effective Use of Monitoring and Accountability Tools
Thursday July 17, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Leaders will explore how AR App goals—developed using current needs assessment data—shape educational systems, inform monitoring efforts, and strengthen accountability partnerships with DESE. By leveraging district resources to meet the identified areas for growth, leaders will ensure that all available tools and supports are maximized to address specific needs. On-site monitoring updates and data collection will be integral to tracking progress, identifying challenges, and ensuring continuous improvement. Staying informed on these critical initiatives will better position leaders to implement a continuous cycle of improvement, enhance educational quality, and effectively utilize monitoring as a tool for sustained growth and success.
Speakers
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Matt Sewell

Assistant Commissioner, DESE
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Brooke McCain

Director of Monitoring & Accreditation, DESE
Rooted in Arkansas, Brooke is deeply committed to transforming the state to a national leader in student-focused education. She specializes in school improvement and is a leading expert in accreditation and monitoring. She currently heads the statewide on-site monitoring initiative... Read More →
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Kristina Eisenhower

Arkansas Department of Education
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Karen Kay McMahen

Director, South Central Service Cooperative
I am privileged to serve as the director for the South Central Service Cooperative.
Thursday July 17, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
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