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Tuesday, July 15
 

10:20am CDT

From Data to Dialogue: Enhancing Communication at the District During State Reporting
Tuesday July 15, 2025 10:20am - 11:20am CDT
TBA
In this session, eSchool System Administrators will share their district’s best practices and strategies for effective communication during the state reporting cycle. Attendees will gain insights into how districts collaborate to validate data, ensuring accuracy throughout the process.
Speakers
avatar for Pam Carter

Pam Carter

Data Systems Manager, Cabot Public Schools
avatar for Lana Etheredge

Lana Etheredge

Student Information Systems Administrator, Bentonville Schools
Tuesday July 15, 2025 10:20am - 11:20am CDT
TBA
  Operations, Data

10:20am CDT

New Cycle Coordinators Session
Tuesday July 15, 2025 10:20am - 11:20am CDT
TBA
This session is tailored for NEW SIS Coordinators to provide an in-depth understanding of their responsibilities, available resources, communication importance, and to learn about the SIS system and the state reporting process.
Speakers
avatar for Jessica Bowman

Jessica Bowman

APSCN Field Analyst, Arkansas Dept of Education
RJ
Tuesday July 15, 2025 10:20am - 11:20am CDT
TBA
  Operations, Data

11:40am CDT

State Reporting SIS Updates
Tuesday July 15, 2025 11:40am - 12:40pm CDT
TBA
SIS Coordinators! this session we will discuss the features of the state reporting system (SIS) and discuss how the features can be utliized in the state reporting process.
Speakers
JC

Jeff Cantwell

System Administrator, ADE DESE
SIS / Notice of Intent
avatar for Monte Harrison

Monte Harrison

State System Administrator, DESE Office of Information Technology
SIS Team
RJ
Tuesday July 15, 2025 11:40am - 12:40pm CDT
TBA
  Operations, Data

11:40am CDT

A Pound of Prevention: From Data Entry to State Reporting
Tuesday July 15, 2025 11:40am - 1:40pm CDT
TBA
This session will give guidance on frequent data entry errors in the eSchoolPLUS system, which can impact the accuracy of data used for state reporting and other state systems. It offers direction for best practice and procedures of data entry to prevent errors that can have a negative effect on a district and how to solve the errors, if they do occur. Remember, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.
Speakers
avatar for Lynda Burt

Lynda Burt

Information System Business Analyst, ADE/APSCN
My employment under APSCN began in 1997. I enjoy assisting districts with issues they may be having with eSchool, Cognos, and/or State Reporting. A couple of my duties are to create/edit eSchool documentation and to test state reporting cycles. I find these challenging and like to... Read More →
Tuesday July 15, 2025 11:40am - 1:40pm CDT
TBA
  Operations, Data

2:20pm CDT

eSchool What You Need to Know for School Year 2026
Tuesday July 15, 2025 2:20pm - 3:20pm CDT
TBA
During this session we will delve into the additions to state reporting requirements and changes to some eSchoolPLUS processes for 2025-2026. This session would benefit all eSchool data entry users.
Speakers
MY

Melissa Young

APSCN Student Field Support, ADE
Tuesday July 15, 2025 2:20pm - 3:20pm CDT
TBA
  Operations, Data

3:40pm CDT

Data Driven Decision Making in Early Childhood
Tuesday July 15, 2025 3:40pm - 4:40pm CDT
TBA
Local Leads play a crucial role in early childhood systems by gathering and analyzing data like Child Count and Coordinated Funding Requests. This data helps identify gaps in services, assess demand, and ensure resources are allocated effectively to support young children and their families. By leveraging local insights, these efforts aim to create equitable access to high-quality early childhood programs and services.
Speakers
avatar for Jennifer Douglas

Jennifer Douglas

Assistant Director, ADE: DESE Office of Early Childhood
TW
Tuesday July 15, 2025 3:40pm - 4:40pm CDT
TBA
  Operations, Data, Early Childhood

3:40pm CDT

What do your state reporting reports tell you?
Tuesday July 15, 2025 3:40pm - 4:40pm CDT
TBA
This session will explain what goes into defining and understandinghow reports are produced for state reporting
Speakers
avatar for Lynda Burt

Lynda Burt

Information System Business Analyst, ADE/APSCN
My employment under APSCN began in 1997. I enjoy assisting districts with issues they may be having with eSchool, Cognos, and/or State Reporting. A couple of my duties are to create/edit eSchool documentation and to test state reporting cycles. I find these challenging and like to... Read More →
RJ
Tuesday July 15, 2025 3:40pm - 4:40pm CDT
TBA
  Operations, Data
 
Wednesday, July 16
 

10:20am CDT

Beyond the numbers - What does the ATLAS summative data tell a leader about their systems?
Wednesday July 16, 2025 10:20am - 11:20am CDT
TBA
Learn how to leverage your summative data to identify gaps in your curriculum and pinpoint areas of improvement. This session will explore how data can reveal whether curriculum issues, system-wide challenges, or specific teacher or grade-level problems are at the root of performance gaps.
Speakers
avatar for Michelle Johnson

Michelle Johnson

Director of Assessment, Department of Elementary & Secondary Education
avatar for Andy Sullivan

Andy Sullivan

Director of Educator Effectiveness, DESE
Wednesday July 16, 2025 10:20am - 11:20am CDT
TBA
  Operations, Data

11:40am CDT

Scheduling Simplified!
Wednesday July 16, 2025 11:40am - 12:40pm CDT
TBA
This session will provide an overview of how scheduling works, the factors influencing course placement, and the collaborative efforts required to build a balanced, student-centered schedule.
Speakers
avatar for Echo Dickson

Echo Dickson

APSCN Field Analyst, Arkansas Dept of Education
LL
avatar for Lupe Peña de Martínez

Lupe Peña de Martínez

Director of Student Support Services, ADE-DESE
Lupe Peña de Martínez is a native of San Diego de Alejandria, Jalisco, México. Recently celebrating her 26-year anniversary as an Arkansan, having moved to the Natural State in July 1998, by way of California. Her husband, Adelso, is a native of Belize and they have a beautiful... Read More →
Wednesday July 16, 2025 11:40am - 12:40pm CDT
TBA
  Operations, Data

1:00pm CDT

eSchool What You Need to Know for School Year 2026
Wednesday July 16, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
TBA
During this session we will delve into the additions to state reporting requirements and changes to some eSchoolPLUS processes for 2025-2026. This session would benefit all eSchool data entry users.
Speakers
MY

Melissa Young

APSCN Student Field Support, ADE
Wednesday July 16, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
TBA
  Operations, Data

2:20pm CDT

Clean Data Matters: SIS and SFA – Common Errors and Solutions
Wednesday July 16, 2025 2:20pm - 3:20pm CDT
TBA
This session will focus on the importance of maintaining clean data within both SIS and SFA systems. Participants will learn about common data errors, their impact, and practical strategies for identifying and correcting them. The session aims to equip administrators and data stewards with the knowledge needed to ensure data accuracy and support effective program management.
Speakers
JF

Jeffrey Fetters

School Performance Program Advisor, Arkansas Department of Education
avatar for Jill Johnson

Jill Johnson

APSCN Student Applications Manager, Arkansas Department of Education
Wednesday July 16, 2025 2:20pm - 3:20pm CDT
TBA
  Operations, Data
 
Thursday, July 17
 

11:40am CDT

Booting Up: A New eSchool Administrator for Success
Thursday July 17, 2025 11:40am - 12:40pm CDT
TBA
If you are a new eSchool System Administrator, join us for an insightful session where we’ll provide an overview of key responsibilities, essential resources, and practical tips to help you and your district set a strong foundation for success.
Speakers
avatar for Debbie Featherston

Debbie Featherston

APSCN Field Analyst, ADE
Thursday July 17, 2025 11:40am - 12:40pm CDT
TBA
  Operations, Data

1:00pm CDT

IDEA Data Reporting
Thursday July 17, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
TBA
This session will provide an overview of the Office of Special Education's Early Childhood and School Age reporting requirements for Cycles 4 and 7.
Speakers
avatar for Laura Goadrich

Laura Goadrich

Director of IDEA Data and Research, Arkansas Department of Education
Office of Special Education 
TP
Thursday July 17, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
TBA
  Operations, Data

1:00pm CDT

My School Info: Explore Public Data for Schools and Districts
Thursday July 17, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
TBA
My School Info brings multiple data sources together, allowing anyone with online access to search and compare public schools and districts across the state of Arkansas. Come learn how easy it is to navigate the system and discover how to use this wealth of information to make data-driven decisions. Create reports about your school or compare schools and districts in a variety of ways. No previous experience with My School Info is required, and participants are encouraged to bring a laptop to be able to actively participate in the demonstration.
Speakers
avatar for Jeff Killingsworth

Jeff Killingsworth

Coordinator of K12 Cyber Policy and Strategy, Arkansas Department of Education
Jeff Killingsworth was privileged to be in the classroom for 12 years, teaching a variety of math and science classes from kindergarten through eighth grade, before joining the Arkansas Department of Education. He is currently the Coordinator of K12 Cyber Policy and Strategy, and... Read More →
Thursday July 17, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
TBA
  Operations, Data
 
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