CASE Winter Leadership Program

CASE Winter Leadership Conference

Connecting Best Practices with Great Leaders

1Conference Program www.co-case.org/WinterLeadership

CASE Winter Leadership Conference

Connecting Best Practices with Great Leaders

january 31 February 1, 2013 Westminster, Colorado

2The CASE Center for Excellence in Educational Leadership

Professional Learning Program Information

Make the Most of Your Conference Experience

The CASE Winter Leadership Conference is the only conference that brings together public education leaders from every job position in the state, providing you with the opportunity to strategize and share best practices with your peers. Youll get what you need mostlegislative and advocacy information, professional learning, communications and networkingall in one event.

LegisLative & advocacy servicesLearn about the critical legislation and policy news impacting Colorado public education. Hear from the CASE lobbying team about the issues of greatest importance, including school funding, the state budget, educator effectiveness, and PERA.

ProfessionaL LearningExemplary keynote and distinguished speakers will address the education and leadership issues most applicable to you, and the 18 breakout sessions foster a deeper understanding about important topics that impact your daily work.

communications & networkingConnect with colleagues from across Colorado, make new contacts, and build your professional network. The conference offers you a place to share strategies and get feedback about challenges youre facing in your job.

Event Resources and Recordings

CASE knows the demands placed on your time and resources, especially in this tough economy. Creating the CASE eLearning Program is a way to address time and budget constraints our members are facing, said Mary McNeil, Director of Professional Development. This service is a value-added benefit of membership.

One of the components of the CASE eLearning Program is a collection of archived event recordings and resources. You can listen to a session you missed or watch a favorite keynote speaker again. Be sure to take advantage of this invaluable service. Selected recordings from this event will be posted on the CASE website by the end of February.

1The CASE Center for Excellence in Educational Leadership

As your 2012-13 CASE President, Im so glad to welcome you to this outstanding annual professional learning event. To ensure our own effectiveness and growth as leaders in public education, its critical that we continue to gain knowledge, share best practices, and build connections as colleagues. This conference provides those opportunities, and I have no doubt that youll find great value that directly benefits your daily work.

I encourage you to take advantage of the top notch speakers, wide-ranging and timely breakout sessions, and ample networking opportunities that the conference offers. Im confident youll walk away with new ideas that you can immediately implement back home in your school or district.

Im very proud to be a part of CASE. Our association works tirelessly to provide Colorado school administrators with the resources we need to serve our students.

Thank you for coming and for your continued involvement in CASE!

Sincerely,

Kevin Schott 2012-2013 CASE President

CASE WinTEr LEAdErShip ConfErEnCE | jAnuAry 31 fEbruAry 1, 2013

Welcome to the CASE Winter Leadership Conference! We are so pleased to offer a learning experience that blends the practical with inspirational, and ensures that you have the latest policy and educational trend information that will make a difference in your daily work.

This years conference theme, Connecting Best Practices with Great Leaders, is particularly apt. During this event and throughout the

year, CASE works to equip you with the kinds of meaningful and proven strategies that we know will constructively impact your professional life. We are focused on helping you forge connections with the tools and people that will benefit not only you as leaders, but also students across the state.

Its an honor to work with you to do good things for Colorado public education, and together, we will continue to make a positive impact. Thank you for the work that you do!

Sincerely,

Bruce H. Caughey CASE Executive Director


Event Schedule

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ThurSdAy 1.31.13 AM ThurSdAy 1.31.13 pM

7:00 am - 3:00 pm

RegistrationConference Center Foyer

7:00 am - 4:00 pmExhibit Areas Open (visit during breaks)

7:00 am - 9:00 amContinental Breakfast Buffet

Exhibit Hall: Westminster Ballroom IV

8:00 am - 10:00 amOpening General Session*

Westminster Ballroom

Welcome Kevin Schott CASE President

General Remarks and PERA Update Bruce Caughey

CASE Executive Director

Remarks by 2013 Colorado Superintendent of the Year Sandra Smyser

Superintendent, Eagle County School District

Update on CDE Priorities Robert Hammond

Commissioner of Education

Keynote Speaker Robert J. Marzano, Ph.DLeadership for the Next Generation

of School Reform

10:00 am - 10:30 amRefreshment Break/Visit Exhibit Areas Westminster Ballroom IV and Foyers

10:30 am - 11:45 am

Breakout Session I

11:45 am - 12:00 pmVisit Exhibit Areas

Westminster Ballroom IV and Foyers

12:00 pm - 1:00 pmLunch provided in the

Standley Ballroom andThe Lake House

1:00 pm - 1:15 pm Visit Exhibit Areas

Westminster Ballroom IV and Foyers

1:15 pm - 2:30 pmBreakout Session II

2:30 pm - 2:45 pmRefreshment Break/Visit Exhibit AreasWestminster Ballroom IV and Foyers

2:45 pm - 4:00 pmDistinguished Speaker Session


Seth Kahan Getting Change Right: How Leaders

Transform Organizations from the Inside Out

4:15 pm - 5:30 pmPeer Session

Discuss and Engage with Job-alike Colleagues

All members welcome!

CAES Cotton Creek ICAESP Standley I

CASSA Meadowbrook IICASSP Standley II

NOT MEETINGCALET CASPADBO

5:30 pm - 7:00 pmNetworking Reception

(sponsored by exhibitors) Westminster Ballroom IV

Dinner and evening on your own

*The National Anthem arranged by Kerry Marsh is performed by the Madrigal Singers from Monarch High School in Boulder, under the direction of Brian du Fresne.

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fridAy 2.1.13 AM

7:30 am - 9:30 am

RegistrationConference Center Foyer

7:30 am - 10:30 amExhibit Areas Open(visit during breaks)

7:30 am - 8:30 amHot Breakfast Buffet

Exhibit Hall: Westminster Ballroom IV

8:30 am - 11:30 amGeneral Session:

Legislative and Policy IssuesWestminster Ballroom

Welcome Bruce Caughey, CASE Executive Director

Presentation on Colorado School Finance Reform Legislation Michael Johnston,

Colorado State Senator

National Perspective on School Finance Reform Efforts Mike Griffith,

School Finance Consultant, Education Commission of the States

Update on Governors Education PrioritiesChristine Scanlan, Director of Legislative

Affairs and Strategic Initiatives, Office of Governor Hickenlooper

Refreshment Break/Visit Exhibit AreasWestminster Ballroom IV and Foyers

Legislative Update Elisabeth Rosen, CASE Lobbyist; Walt Cooper, CASE Legislative

Committee Co-Chair; Mark DeVoti, CASE Legislative Committee Co-Chair

Colorado Budget Update Henry Sobanet, Director, Office of State Planning

and Budgeting

11:30 amConference Concludes

LEgiSLATivE And poLiCy iSSuES gEnErAL SESSion

Friday, February 1 8:30 am 11:30 am

This comprehensive session will bolster your understanding about the critical policy and legislative issues impacting Colorado public education, as well as your own school or district. Get up-to-the-minute information about major school finance and budget issues, key highlights of the 2013 legislative session, and an update on Governor Hickenloopers education priorities.

Special Guest Speaker:Colorado State Senator Michael Johnston

Friday, February 1 8:30 am

CASE is pleased to welcome Senator Michael Johnston for a timely and important presentation on his 2013 legislation that proposes major changes to Colorado school finance. Join us

to learn how his proposal aims to address the adequacy and equity issues of our current funding system, and how the legislation stands to impact your district.

*The National Anthem arranged by Kerry Marsh is performed by the Madrigal Singers from Monarch High School in Boulder, under the direction of Brian du Fresne.

Conference SponsorsCASE appreciates the generous support of this years conference sponsors.

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Leadership for the Next Generation of School Reform

Thursday, 8:00 am 10:00 am Westminster ballroom

In Colorado and beyond, public educators are deeply engaged in the implementation of major reforms ranging from educator effectiveness to new state standards. Initiatives like these have the potential to positively impact student learning in a significant way, and its critical that district and school leaders have the tools necessary to spearhead this important work. Extensive research on education leadership has converged to form a unique view of how school and district leaders can facilitate the next generation of school reform.

In his presentation, Dr. Marzano will outline five levels of school reform that, when implemented, result in a school being better positioned to meet its desired outcomes. Included are practical and specific strategies that you can immediately implement in your district. Youll walk away with a clearer understanding of the potential of education reform and your role as a leader.

Dr. Robert Marzano is cofounder and CEO of Marzano Research Laboratory in Colorado. A leading researcher in education, he is a speaker, trainer, and author of more than 30 books and 150 articles that include Leaders of Learning, The Highly Engaged Classroom, and District Leadership That Works. His practical translations of the most current research and theory into classroom strategies are internationally known and widely practiced by both teachers and administrators. Dr. Marzano received his doctorate from the University of Washington.

booK Signing: CASE book Store 10:00 am 10:30 am Westminster ballroom iv foyer

Keynote Speaker

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Effective leadership involves the extent to which staff feel empowered to make decisions and feel free to experiment and take risks.

Robert J. Marzano

Distinguished Speaker

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Getting Change Right: How Leaders Transform Organizations from the Inside Out

Thursday, 2:45 pm 4:00 pm Westminster ballroom

Education leaders are grappling with major changes resulting from new state policy and initiatives. To successfully implement new ideas, models, and strategies in our schools and districts, the process has to be inclusive and not a top-down mandate. Learn how to facilitate lasting and authentic change through a collaborative framework that builds stakeholder engagement, common understanding, and shared purpose even in an uncertain external environment. Youll gain knowledge about how to maximize your own capacity as a change leader and understand why fostering connections among your staff is critical to ensuring change implementation that benefits an entire organization.

Seth Kahan is a well-regarded author and consultant who specializes in change leadership. He has worked extensively with executives and CEOs of companies including the World Bank and the Peace Corps and has also worked with all employee levels of many public organizations to facilitate buy-in and traction for lasting change. In addition to his bestselling book Getting Change Right: How Leaders Transform Organizations from the

Inside Out, Seth is a columnist for the Washington Post as well as Fast Company magazines blog Leading Change. He works with over 25,000 professionals each year on change leadership and management and his new book Getting Innovation Right will be released in March 2013.

booK Signing: CASE book Store 4:00 pm 4:30 pm Westminster ballroom iv foyer

Without engagement and effective communication, you are left with two alternatives: force and failure.

Seth Kahan


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Legislative and Policy Issues General Session


Critical Policy and Legislative Issues Impacting Colorado Public Education

friday, 8:30 am 11:30 am Westminster ballroom

Dont miss this information-packed session that will offer the latest updates and news on the major issues affecting Colorado K-12 education, including school funding and the budget, the Governors education priorities, and 2013 legislation.

Senator Michael Johnston will present details on his legislation that proposes significant changes to Colorados school finance system. Learn about his plan and how it will impact your district.

Legislative and policy issues general Session Speakers:

Bruce Caughey, CASE Executive Director

Michael Johnston, Colorado State Senator

Mike Griffith, School Finance Consultant, Education Commission of the States

Christine Scanlan, Director of Legislative Affairs and Strategic Initiatives, Office of Governor Hickenlooper

Elisabeth Rosen, CASE Lobbyist Walt Cooper, CASE Legislative Committee Co-Chair Mark DeVoti, CASE Legislative Committee Co-Chair

Henry Sobanet, Director, Office of State Planning and Budgeting

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CASE booK STorE And SigningS Located in the Westminster Ballroom IV Foyer

Book Signings at Book Store

Robert J. Marzano, Ph.D.Thursday, January 31, 10:00 am 10:30 am

Seth KahanThursday, January 31, 4:00 pm 4:30 pm

The CASE Book Store is operated by Tattered Cover Book Store.

CASE partner organization

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Each breakout session is designed using one of these specific learning formats. To help you decide on your breakout session choice, the format is identified for each session on the following pages.

CaSe STuDy: A systematic way of examining a single instance, program, initiative or event, by collecting data, analyzing information, and reporting the results. The presenter explains how a program was designed and implemented in response to a particular challenge or issue, then shares results, pitfalls, successes, and lessons learned from the experience. The presenter provides examples of processes that participants can transfer to their projects to better serve their own communities.

COLLabOraTIVe DIaLOGue: This conversational format encourages meaningful dialogue, purposeful and collaborative thinking, and positive inquiry. Sessions give participants the opportunity to ask direct questions of the expert, as well as the opportunity to give input on the specific issues addressed.

DeMOnSTraTIOn: A presentation to demonstrate how things are done and to showcase a specific teaching technique, leadership skill, product, or materials.

LeCTure WITH InTeraCTIOn: Oral presentations intended to present information or teach participants about a particular subject. A lecture is generally one-way communication used to convey critical information, history, background, and theories. Many lectures are visually engaging and give opportunity for listeners to ask or answer questions during the lecture and/or at the close of the session.

PaneL PreSenTaTIOn: A forum for a group of scholars, experts, knowledge leaders, or government representatives to discuss specific pedagogical policy, practice, or research issues from a variety of perspectives with alternative solutions. Moderator allows time for Q&A following the presentation.

Delivery Format Definitions



Breakout Sessions on Thursday, January 31

Breakout Session I: 10:30 am 11:45 amBreakout Session II: 1:15 pm 2:30 pm

All sessions are open to anyone interested in a particular topic. There is room for everyone at the conference to attend a breakout session, but please arrive early to the session of your choice, because attendance is limited and many sessions fill to capacity.

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Breakout Session IThursday, January 31, 10:30 am 11:45 am


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1: Students and Technology Trends: Bring Your Own Device Room: Cotton Creek I

2: New Standards and Assessments: What You Need to Know Room: Cotton Creek II

3: Leadership in Action: RtI Implementation Support for Principals Room: Meadowbrook I

4: Making Your UIP Come Alive: Tips for Implementation Room: Meadowbrook II

5: ICAP Next Steps: A Panel of Experts Room: Waverly

6: Paying Attention to Financial Management Room: Windsor

7: Making Educator Effectiveness Work: A Practitioners Viewpoint Room: Westminster Ballroom I

8: Managing Change Around S.B. 191 Implementation Room: Westminster Ballroom II

9: Crisis Communications and Management Room: Westminster Ballroom III



# 1: Students and Technology Trends: Bring Your Own Device

room: Cotton Creek I

presenters: Steve Clagg, Chief Information Officer, Aurora Public Schools; Andrew Moore, Chief Information Officer, Boulder Valley RE 2

delivery format: Lecture with Interaction

description: As technology continues to advance and become even more accessible, schools and districts are grappling with how to manage students bringing their own technology devices to school, a trend known as Bring Your Own Device (BYOD). Principals, superintendents, and district technology specialists wont want to miss this timely discussion about the implications of BYOD and the key issues of which administrators need to be aware. At this session, well define BYOD, identify both the risks and benefits to school districts, talk about the challenges of the issue, and share recommended district policy changes to support successful BYOD use among students.

# 2: New Standards and Assessments: What You Need to Know

room: Cotton Creek II

presenters: Melissa Colsman, Executive Director, Teaching and Learning Unit, CDE; Joyce Zurkowski, Executive Director, Assessment Unit, CDE


description: As Colorado prepares to implement new academic standards and looks toward new assessments, its critical that educators know what to expect. At this session, you will learn the latest information about both of these important topics and gain a better understanding of timelines and next steps. Learn about the latest tools that support the successful implementation of standards, including those for the Common Core State Standards. Well also discuss the development of social studies and science assessments as well as the PARCC English language arts and math assessments and share sample assessment items.

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# 3: Leadership in Action: RtI Implementation Support for Principals

room: Meadowbrook I

Moderator: Daphne Pereles, Executive Director of Learning Supports, CDE

panel Members: Ted Donahue, Principal, Ridgway Elementary School, Ridgway District R-2; Julie Fahey, Principal, Queen Palmer Elementary School, Colorado Springs 11; Leroy Guttierez, Principal, Plateau Valley MS/HS School, Plateau Valley 50; Kathy Kulp, Principal, Haskin Elementary School, Center 26 JT; LuAnn Tallman, Principal, Iowa Elementary School, Aurora 28J; Suzanne Wheeler Del Piccolo, Principal, Basalt Elementary School, Roaring Fork RE-1

delivery format: Panel Presentation

description: This session will provide a timely understanding of Response to Intervention (RtI) in Colorado and how school leaders are implementing it effectively. Learn how principals across the state are using RtI as a framework focused first on classroom instruction and assessment before moving to intervention with individual students. Well share why its valuable to use updated RtI practices that address universal instructional practices that are aligned with state and district initiatives. Colorado principals will share specific strategies related to resources for RtI as well as insights about what they believe has made RtI an effective structure for improving outcomes for students in their schools.

# 4: Making Your UIP Come Alive: Tips for Implementation

room: Meadowbrook II

presenters: Lisa Medler, Executive Director of Improvement Planning, CDE; Erin Loften, Principal Consultant, Improvement Planning, CDE; Jessica Knevals, Accountability and Data Analysis, CDE

Co-presenters: Dr. Ken Haptonstall, Superintendent, Garfield School District; Antonio Esquibel, Executive Director, West Denver Focus Schools; Rebecca Grant, Director of Turnaround Schools, Denver Public Schools

delivery format: Demonstration

description: Now that you have completed your Unified Improvement Plan (UIP), how do you ensure that it is more than just something that lives on paper? Learn how to translate your UIP into action in a way that will benefit student learning and create a more positive school culture. Representatives from CDE and school districts will share concrete ideas that you can replicate to effectively implement your own improvement plan and monitor your progress. We invite you to bring your questions and own examples of success and challenges with UIP implementation to this interactive session.



# 5: ICAP Next Steps: A Panel of Experts

room: Waverly

Moderator: Misti Ruthven, Postsecondary Preparation & Success, CDE

panel Members: Rick Williams, Counselor, Ouray/Ridgway Districts; Lisa Scott, Counselor, Liberty High School, Academy School District 20; Andrew Tucker, Principal, Boulder Valley School District

delivery format: Presentation and Collaborative Dialogue

description: Implementing Individual Career and Academic Plans (ICAP) for students can make a powerful difference in assuring better postsecondary and workforce readiness. If your school or district is considering heading down this path, youll benefit from learning from a panel of experts who will share their ICAP implementation journey from start to finish. Hear what strategies and steps are working, as well as the challenges and missteps that the panelists have experienced throughout the process. This session will share whats required for successful ICAP use, elements of electronic and paper ICAP implementation, and how your school or district can evaluate its implementation progress.

# 6: Paying Attention to Financial Management

room: Windsor

presenters: Lorie Gillis, Chief Financial Officer, Jeffco Public Schools


description: Who is responsible for school district financial management? Everyone. In this session, youll learn about key areas of financial management focus and why they are critical to ensuring the financial integrity of a district. Gain a deeper understanding of the use and implications of communications, reports, and controls. Get specific tips and tools that will make a positive difference in your own district. Whether you are a superintendent, principal, or a business and finance administrator, this session will be applicable and beneficial to you. Well share real-life examples of what can go right and what can go wrong in financial matters, and why so much of district finance issues can be addressed simply by paying close attention.

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# 7: Making Educator Effectiveness Work: A Practitioners Viewpoint

room: Westminster Ballroom I

presenters: Lori Smith, Principal, Cheyenne Mountain Jr. High, Cheyenne Mountain School District; Katy Anthes, Executive Director of Educator Effectiveness, CDE


description: Join former Colorado Middle School Principal of the Year Lori Smith for an in-depth focus on practical processes for school administrators to use as they begin evaluation of all teachers. These important questions will be explored: 1) How can I evaluate all staff effectively? 2) Whats the difference between observation tools and summative evaluation tools? 3) How should I use both formal and informal walk-throughs? 4) How can I manage the workload? 5) What are the teacher responsibilities under the new educator effectiveness system? and 6) What are realistic expectations of administrators and the new system as a whole? CDE staff will also be on hand to give an overview of the system and the latest implementation tools.

# 8: Managing Change Around S.B. 191 Implementation

room: Westminster Ballroom II

presenters: Ulcca Joshi Hansen, Vice President of Education, Public Education & Business Coalition (PEBC); Mark Hinson, Chief Human Resources Officer, Adams Five Star Schools; Joyce Joyce, Director, PEBC; Chris Gdowski, Superintendent, Adams Five Star Schools; Kelly Hupfeld, Dean, University of Colorado Denver; Chrysann McBride, National Consultant, PEBC; Dorian DeLong, President, District Twelve Educators Association

delivery format: Case Study

description: Adams 12 Five Star School District began implementing its educator evaluation system in fall 2011. The district was concerned that implementation lead to improvement of instruction rather than the conducting of evaluations for their own sake. PEBC leadership coaches and facilitators have worked with the Adams 12 leadership team to address issues such as change management, structures for facilitating implementation, and communications strategies. Join us at this session to hear about what the district has learned through this process, what other districts should be considering, and what the implications are for all of us, as a new educator evaluation system is implemented across the state.

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# 9: Crisis Communications and Management

room: Westminster Ballroom III

Moderator: Bruce Caughey, Executive Director, CASE

panel Members: Cindy Stevenson, Superintendent, Jefferson County School District R-1; John Barry, Superintendent, Aurora School District 28J; Karen Trusler, Superintendent, Windsor School District RE-4; Jason TerHorst, School Executive Director, Colorado Springs School District D-11


description: As school and district leaders, you will be faced with emergency or crisis situationson a small or large scalethat could profoundly impact your students, staff, and larger community. The Waldo Canyon fire, tragic loss of student Jessica Ridgeway, Aurora movie theater shooting, and devastating school shooting in Connecticut are all real-life examples of almost unfathomable crises that have occurred in just the last year. Our panel of Colorado superintendents will share their insights and lessons learned from crises that occurred in their own communities and will help identify important planning, communication, and resource considerations that will help ensure you are prepared to effectively respond and lead.


SupErviSion And EvALuATionFebruary 22-23, 2013 and April 26-27, 2013 (4 day workshop) Grand Junction

February 25-26, 2013 and April 15-16, 2013 (4 day workshop) Englewood

CASpA job fAirSSouthern Colorado March 22, 2013

Metro Denver March 23, 2013

CASE EduCATion LEAdErShip inSTiTuTE LEAdErShip ACAdEMy for prinCipALS: SuMMEr booT CAMpJune 10-14, 2013 Metro Denver Area

Save the date! Registration opens early February. Superintendents, principals, and assistant principals wont want to miss this comprehensive boot camp geared toward building a core foundational understanding of the six Colorado Principal Quality Standards. A separate workshop will be offered each day, focusing on the core skills associated with each of the six standards. You may register for one or more days. A discount will be offered to those who register for the full week boot camp. The workshops will be taught by Colorado experts in each of the standard areas: 1) Strategic Leadership, 2) Instructional Leadership, 3) Culture and Equity Leadership, 4) Human Resource Leadership, 5) Management Leadership, and 6) External Development Leadership. By attending, youll gain timely and concrete knowledge that will directly impact your effectiveness as a site and instructional leader.

44Th AnnuAL CASE EduCATion LEAdErShip ConvEnTionJuly 22-23, 2013 Pre-Convention WorkshopsJuly 24-26, 2013 Main ConventionBeaver Run Resort, Breckenridge

2013 AnnuAL CASE SupErinTEndEnTS ConfErEnCEOctober 3-4, 2013 Cheyenne Mt. Conference Center, Colorado Springs

uPcoming case events

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10: Moving Towards Digital Learning Through iPad Classrooms Room: Cotton Creek I

11: The READ Act: Whats Next? Room: Cotton Creek II

12: Building a Culture of Accountability and Responsibility Room: Meadowbrook I

13: Successes and Challenges in Turnaround Schools Room: Meadowbrook II

14: Creating Positive School Climate to Foster Academic Achievement Room: Waverly

15: Colorado School Finance Update Room: Windsor

16: Student Growth Guidance and District Assurances for S.B. 191 Room: Westminster Ballroom I

17: Understanding the Challenges of Standards and Evaluation Implementation Room: Westminster Ballroom II

18: Navigating the Top Legal Issues Facing Schools and Districts Room: Westminster Ballroom III

Breakout Session IIThursday, January 31, 1:15 pm 2:30 pm


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# 10: Moving Towards Digital Learning Through iPad Classrooms

room: Cotton Creek I

presenters: Laura Wilson, Principal, Redstone Elementary, Douglas County School District; Heather Kuzma, Building Resource Teacher, Redstone Elementary, Douglas County School District

delivery format: Demonstration

description: This fast-paced, interactive, and timely session will share Redstone Elementary Schools efforts to promote rigorous and relevant learning through increased use of technology. Despite a difficult economic environment and funding cuts, the school has successfully integrated technology into every classroom through comprehensive iPad use. Principal Laura Wilson, current National Distinguished (Elementary) Principal for Colorado, will share practical ideas and strategies that you can implement in your own school or district. Learn how to effectively build a fundraising program, seek community partners, and create buy-in to develop a robust digital learning environment that engages kids and helps compliment differentiated instruction.

# 11: The READ Act: Whats Next?

room: Cotton Creek II

presenters: Pati Montgomery, Executive Director, Office of Literacy, CDE; Dian Prestwich, Assistant Director, Office of Literacy, CDE


description: Colorados new literacy law, the READ Act, was a high priority bill for CASE and our members during the 2012 legislative session. Its intent is to improve literacy rates among students in kindergarten through 3rd grade, and it replaces the Colorado Basic Literacy Act (CBLA). Join us at this session to understand how the Act is being implemented, the major differences between it and CBLA, and how you can get involved in the implementation process. Share what your school or district is doing to address student literacy, and learn about the funding and grant opportunities that could help assist your work.

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# 12: Building a Culture of Accountability and Responsibility

room: Meadowbrook I

presenter: Heather Clifton, Education Consultant and retired principal


description: Given the current climate of high accountability and a clear demand for results, public education leaders must instill a greater sense of responsibility among all staff members for successful classroom implementation of the various reform initiatives. This session will provide tools for defining and monitoring implementation of practices through peer observation/peer review, instructional rounds, and walk-through practices that lead to increased commitment and responsibility. In addition, strategies will be introduced to address staff resistance through difficult and accountable conversations for implementing key practices and norms. School and district leaders wont want to miss this timely conversation that will promote new thinking about how best to foster collaboration and shared ownership of priorities.

# 13: Successes and Challenges in Turnaround Schools

room: Meadowbrook II

Moderators: Keith Owen, Deputy Commissioner, CDE; Peter Sherman, Executive Director of School and District Performance, CDE

panel Members: Nelson Van Vranken, Principal, Hanson Elementary School, Adams 14 School District; Shannon Wiley, Principal, Mesa Elementary School, Adams 50 School District; Curt Wilson, Principal, Centauri High School, North Conejos School District; Michelle Lesser, Principal, Clifton Elementary School, Mesa School District


description: Although struggling schools face significant challenges, many are making steady and meaningful gains from which all of us can learn. In this session we will explore the struggles, opportunities for success, and lessons learned in Colorado schools with Turnaround and Priority Improvement ratings. Join us to learn what the latest research and data says about turnaround strategies and how that applies to Colorado. A panel presentation by principals who have spearheaded improvements in their own schools will provide practical and helpful insights that you can apply to your own school.


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# 14: Creating Positive School Climate to Foster Academic Achievement

room: Waverly

presenters: Christine Harms, Director, Colorado School Safety Resource Center; Erin Sullivan, Statewide PBIS Coordinator, CDE; Finessa Ferrell, Director, Health & Wellness, Colorado Legacy Foundation

delivery format: Collaborative Dialogue

description: How does school climate impact student achievement? At this interactive session, we will discuss the indicators of positive school climate, delve into the research about the connection between the school environment and achievement, and explore the important role that is played by school attachment. Youll gain a better understanding of the role of Positive Behavioral Interventions & Supports and learn about the link between the Colorado Academic Standards and highly positive school cultures. Come prepared to ask questions and share your own perspectives.

# 15: Colorado School Finance Update

room: Windsor

presenters: Leanne Emm, Assistant Commissioner, Public School Finance, CDE


description: After four years of consecutive K-12 funding cuts totaling over $1 billion, school funding is finally starting to show some signs of heading in a more positive direction. Join CDE Assistant Commissioner Leanne Emm for a timely and in-depth update that will focus on the current status of school funding and provide an overview of how the 2013 legislative session could impact funding. Attendees will gain knowledge about what to prepare and plan for, plus get a clearer sense of how school districts across the state will fare budget-wise in the year ahead.


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# 16: Student Growth Guidance and District Assurances for S.B. 191

room: Westminster Ballroom I

presenters: Toby King, Director of Educator Effectiveness, CDE; Sed Keller, Educator Effectiveness, CDE

delivery format: Collaborative Dialogue

description: Consider this session your one-stop shop to gain an understanding of key components of educator effectiveness implementation. In addition to providing an update on the implementation activities related to the law, well focus on the new student growth guidance and review tools to help districts prepare for this part of the new system. Well share what each district should be considering as they get ready for the first full year of implementation during the 2013-14 school year. Gain more familiarity with the assurances that all districts must provide to CDE in July 2013 and how that process will work. With full implementation just around the corner, youll benefit from the timely learning offered by this session.

# 17: Understanding the Challenges of Standards and Evaluation Implementation

room: Westminster Ballroom II

presenters: Jeri Crispe, Director, Integration Initiative, Colorado Legacy Foundation; Angela Baber, Director, Educator Effectiveness, Colorado Legacy Foundation; Amy Farley, Strategic Data Fellow, Colorado Legacy Foundation


description: Classroom teaching and principal leadership are two of the strongest predictors of student achievement. The Colorado Legacy Foundation will share lessons and success stories from our Colorado Integration Project work with the 13 districts who are working to integrate reform initiatives into a cohesive and connected system. This session will highlight some of the tools and resources that have been developed in collaboration with our integration districts, which are aligned with the states new evaluation system and the Colorado Academic Standards.


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# 18: Navigating the Top Legal Issues Facing Schools and Districts

room: Westminster Ballroom III

Moderator: Melissa Gibson, Director of Communications, CASE

panel Members: Chris Gdowski, Superintendent, Adams 12 School District; Stu Stuller, Attorney, Caplan and Earnest LLC; Michelle Murphy, Director of Member Legal Services, CASB; Patricia Richardson, Director of Legal Relations, Academy 20 School District


description: School administrators increasingly face complex and potentially controversial issues that pose legal implications for their district and schools. From parental notification and student issues, to employee misconduct and implementation of new state laws, its critical that you have a clear understanding of what the hot legal issues are and how to best navigate them. CASE has assembled a panel of expert attorneys who will share their perspective and insights on these and other issues. Youll walk away with not only increased knowledge about what topics stand to legally impact your school or district, but also with practical strategies to know how best to handle these tough situations.



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CASE LeadershipKevin Schott, President

Lisa Escrcega, President-elect

George Welsh, Past President

Jan DeLay, CAES President

Bonnie Hargrove, CAESP President

Wayne Howard, CALET President

Shelley Landgraf, CASPA President

Scott Mader, CASSA President

Judy Florian, CASSP President

Lorie Gillis, DBO President

CASE Managing DirectorsBruce Caughey, Executive Director

Mary McNeil, Director of Professional Development

Melissa Gibson, Director of Communications

Staff TeamMellodie Lukas, Operations and Events Manager

Ryan Harrison, Professional Learning Program Manager

Barbara Albright, Administrative Assistant

Linda Maikowski, Accountant

Leisa Sacry, Administrative Assistant Event Registration

Susan Schoenthal, Communications Specialist

Sarah Shorey, Membership and Technology Specialist

Peer Session Thursday 4:15 pm 5:30 pm

We know that one of the best ways to learn is from talking to our colleagues. In fact, CASE members often share that among the valuable aspects of CASE professional development events is the networking opportunities. All CASE members are invited to attend one of the Peer Sessions being held during the conference on Thursday. Meet and engage with colleagues in your job-alike role. Further develop relationships that will serve you well throughout your career.

CAES Educational Specialists, Curriculum directors, Assessment, Communications Cotton Creek I

CAESp Elementary principals and Assistant principals Standley I

CASSA Superintendents and Senior Administrators Meadowbrook II

CASSp Secondary principals and Assistant principals Standley II

noT MEETing

CALET Educational Technologists

CASpA personnel Administrators

dbo business and finance Administrators .

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CASE has gone mobile! CASE conference appThe CASE conference app is available for free from the Apple or Droid app store. Go to the app store and download the Guidebook app, then search for CASE 2013 and go mobile! Look for the green CASE Professional Learning icon. The iPhone app works on iPad too.

The CASE mobile app will have the most up-to-date information and include schedule changes as they happen! Once you download the CASE app, you wont need the Internet to view the information. However, when youre online, the app will let you know if a change has been made so you can update the app data as needed.

Follow the CASE conference on Twitter! Read conference announcements and news by following the CASE Twitter feed throughout the conference. You can also follow via the mobile app.

To join the CASE Twitter feed, go to http://twitter.com/CASE_Leaders and click Follow. If you do not already have a Twitter account, create one, and start following CASE conference news instantly!

College Credit or Contact HoursParticipants may choose CDE contact hours or college credit. College credit will be offered through Adams State University. Forms are available at the CASE Registration Booth and online.

Name Badge HoldersYour blue name badge holder is your admission to meals and functions.

Internet StationsCASE is pleased to offer Internet Stations for checking email messages during the conference. The Internet Stations are located in the corner of the Westminster Foyer and South Courtyard Foyer.

ExhibitorsStop by and talk with our commercial partners. Dont miss a visit (or several) to the exhibit areas, which feature exhibits of the latest educational materials for your staff. While youre browsing, enjoy light refreshments between sessions. Dont forget to stop by for breakfast in the mornings. Use the passport you received in your registration materials to get exhibitor signatures for visiting booths. Your completed passport makes you eligible for prize drawings.

Conference Reception for Attendees Sponsored by ExhibitorsA reception sponsored by exhibitors will be held in Westminster IV on Thursday from 5:30 pm 7:00 pm.

Cell PhonesAs a courtesy to others, please turn your cell phone off and refrain from using it during conference sessions.

Conference EvaluationFollowing the conference, participants will be asked to complete an online evaluation. Your feedback is valuable for planning future conference experiences. Onsite comment cards are available in sessions. The CASE mobile app has an instant feedback feature.

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Exhibit Hall Booth Map

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(General Sessions)

South Courtyard Foyer

Exhibit Area Hours:

Thursday: 7:00 am - 4:00 pm

Friday: 7:30 am - 10:30 am

visit the Exhibit Areas for a Chance to Win a prize!All conference attendees received an Exhibitor Passport in their registration materials at the time of conference check-in. Plan to visit exhibitors in the Exhibit Hall and foyer areas. After learning about their products or services, collect their signatures on your passport. Once youve visited ten exhibitor booths, return your completed Exhibitor Passport to the drawing box located at the CASE Registration Booth. Prize drawings will be held each day, and winners names will be posted near the Registration Booth. Good luck!

prizes

1. Apple iPad

2. $200 Frontier Airlines Gift Card and travel bag

3. $100 Frontier Airlines Gift Card

4. One-night stay at the Westin Hotel in Westminster

5. 2 $50 Visa Gift Card

6. 2 Apple iPod Shuffle

One prize per participant

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*ACT, IncBooth # 19Kaliko Oligo 3131 South Vaughn Way, Suite 218Aurora, CO 80014 303-337-3273 Fax 303-337-2613 [email protected] www.act.org

ACT is an independent, not-for-profit organization that provides assessment, research, information, and program management services in the broad areas of education and workforce development to help people achieve education and workplace success.

*Adams State UniversityBooth # 11 Liz Martinez 208 Edgemont Blvd., Suite 3000 Alamosa, CO 81101 800-5486679 Fax 719-587-7974 [email protected] exstudies.adams.edu

Adams State University is one of Colorados educational leaders in providing professional development opportunities, degree completion programs, customized certificate programs as well as independent study and online courses.

AirWatchBooth # 3Tyce Miller 1155 Perimeter Center West, Suite 100Atlanta, GA 30338

404-478-7500 Fax 404-478-7530 [email protected] www.air-watch.com

AirWatch is a mobile security, device, application, content, email and BYOD management solution designed to simplify the mobile device lifecycle for the education industry.

Apex LearningBooth # 109 Julie Blackmore 1215 4th Ave. Seattle, WA 98161 208-881-5361 Fax 206-381-5601 [email protected]

Apex Learning is a leading provider of blended and virtual learning solutions. Our standards-based digital curriculum is widely used for original credit, credit recovery, remediation, acceleration, and exam preparation.

Apex Presentations Booth #18Alice Baer 6801 S. Dayton St.Greenwood Village, CO 80112 720-519-8823 303-799-6716 [email protected] www.apexpresentations.net

We are a supplier of binding equipment and supplies, as well as materials for yearbooks.

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Beyond the Blackboard Booth #105Jean Boylan 7721 Wadsworth Blvd. Arvada, CO 80003 303-422-5151 Fax 720-488-9963 [email protected]

Beyond the Blackboard offers educational materials and toys.

Brigham Young University, BYU Independent StudyBooth # 111Ben Watson 129 MORC Provo, UT 84602 801-422-8007 Fax 801-734-5685 [email protected] www.elearn.byu.edu

BYU Independent Study offers over 400 high school, middle school, and university online courses that help students make-up credit, get ahead, or earn university credit.

Business Interiors by Staples Booth #107Deanna Squires 13800 E. 39th Avenue Aurora, CO 80011 719-433-5741 Fax 508-382-4645 [email protected] www.staplesadvantage.com

From school desks and library shelving, to computer lab tables and mobile storage cabinets. Paragon Furniture is the leading national manufacturer of eco friendly school furniture, built classroom smart and student tough.

*California CasualtyBooth # 8Kara Grimmett 1900 Alameda de las Pulgas A-4 San Mateo, CA 94403 970-405-7651 [email protected] www.calcas.com

An affinity group marketer providing auto and home insurance to members of more than 100 professional organizations including educator and administrator group members.

Caplan and Earnest LLCBooth # 2Jim Branum 1800 Broadway, Suite 200 Boulder, CO 80302 303-443-8010 Fax 303-440-3967 jbranum @celaw.com www.celaw.com

Caplan and Earnest LLC has earned a national reputation as one of the countrys leading education law firms by providing legal counsel to schools and educational institutions since 1969.

CCS Booth # 36Etta Alley 700 W. Mississippi Denver, CO 80223 303-694-3323 [email protected]

CCS is an audio visual integration company representing hundreds of manufacturers. We provide technology solutions to both the K-12 and higher education markets.

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*Cenpatico Booth # 28Erik Ryan 875 S. Cooper Rd. Gilbert, AZ 85233 866-495-6738, ext. 26603 Fax 866-925-3009 [email protected] www.cenpatico.com Cenpatico Schools provides high quality, cost-effective, and evidence-based special education programming and therapeutic services which support students with academic, behavioral, and special healthcare needs.

*Classworks by Curriculum AdvantageBooth #118Jan Dierkes1735 North Brown Road, Suite 400Lawrenceville, GA [email protected]. classworkd.comClassworks is a web-based instruction, assessment, and data solution that increases student growth and achievement by providing individualized learning for all students.

*College in Colorado Booth # 20Gully Stanford 1560 Broadway, #1700Denver, CO 80202 720-264-8563 Fax 303-296-1637 [email protected] www.collegeincolorado.org

College in Colorado helps you explore career and education opportunities, and plan your strategy to achieve your goals.

*Colorado Courseware Booth # 24Robert OHalloran P.O. Box 3824 Parker, CO 80134 800-358-1916 Fax 303-841-8662 [email protected] www.coloradoaplus.com

Empower your school and programs with the A+nyWhere Learning System K-12 curriculum and assessment solutions. Research shows its proven to work! See us also for Middlebury Languages and Aventa.

*Colorado Department of Health Care Policy and Financing Booth # 117Shannon Huska 1570 Grant St. Denver, CO 80203 303-866-3131 Fax 303-866-4411 [email protected] www.colorado.gov/hcpf

The Medicaid School Health Services Program leverages additional federal funds for Colorado school districts.

*Colorado Development Finance Corporation LLC Booth # 101Erick Stowe 1400 16th St., 4th Floor Denver, CO 80202 303-829-2889 Fax 888-544-0421 [email protected] www.coloradodfc.com CDFC is the Program Lessor and Administrator of the CDFC Lease Purchase Program.

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*Colorado Online Learning Booth # 12Maryann Pea 3000 Youngfield St., Suite #338Wheat Ridge, CO 80215 303-339-4080 Fax 303-339-4084 mpena@coloradoonlinelearning.orgwww.coloradoonlinelearning.orgCOL is the state provider of supplemental online courses that enhance student learning by providing courses they may not be able to get in their school.

*Colorado PERABooth # 21Shane Linart 1301 Pennsylvania St. Denver, CO 80203 303-863-3788 Fax 303-863-3819 [email protected] www.copera.org The retirement plan of choice for all school employees.

*Colorado School Safety Resource Center/Colo. Dept. of Public SafetyBooth # 34Christine Harms 700 Kipling Street, Suite 1000Lakewood, CO 80215303-239-4435Fax [email protected]/SchoolSafetyResourceCenter

The mission of the Colorado School Safety Resource Center is to assist in the creation of safe, positive school environments for all Colorado students.

CounterTrade Products, Inc.Booth # 108 Tanya Tyler 7585 W. 66th Ave. Arvada, CO 80003 303-424-9710 x241 Fax 303-421-8225 [email protected] CounterTrade provides technology expertise, experience and solutions that Colorado schools can leverage to accomplish educational and business initiatives.

Edmentum, Inc.Booth # 33 Dave Lanz and David Fisk 5600 W 83rd Street, Ste 300 8200 Tower Bloomington, MN 55437 208-841-9148 Fax 952-229-0294 [email protected] www.edmentum.com Edmentum, Inc. is a leading provider of online, mobile and software learning solutions designed to drive learner achievement for academic and career success.

Education2020 Booth # 113Carrie Petruncola 7303 E. Earll Drive Scottsdale, AZ 85251 913-526-4955 Fax 480-423-0213 [email protected] Education2020 is a leading provider of core and elective online instruction to help students recover and accrue credits for graduation, prepare for college, and careers.

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*Ellyn Dickmann & Associates Booth # 32Ellyn Dickmann N7140 Brown Rd Whitewater, WI 53190 970-493-1793 [email protected] is a premier service by Dickmann and Associates LLC that provides strategies to build safer schools and communities through focused and customized network analysis.

GCA Education Services Inc. Booth #114Joe Scully 4702 Western Ave., Suite 101Knoxville, TN 37921 888-736-0863 Fax 865-588-9208 [email protected] GCA Education Services is a leading provider of comprehensive custodial, facilities operations and maintenance, and grounds services to over 250 education clients throughout the US.

Grand Canyon University Booth #104Chad Harwood 3300 W. Camelback Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85017 800-800-9776 [email protected]

Grand Canyon University has been helping students find their purpose and achieve their potential for over 60 years. Our education and doctoral programs respond to the needs in a global society and learners find our programs both rewarding and challenging.

*Horace Mann Insurance CompanyBooth #22Keith Jorgensen 617 W. Stolley Park Rd Grand Island, NE 68801 402-290-3116 Fax 866-251-8370 [email protected]

Horace Mann offers auto, home, life insurance and financial services for educators.

Howard Technology SolutionsBooth #17Kent Tamsen7936 February Dr. Colorado Springs, CO 80951 970-581-0286Fax [email protected]

Howard Technology Solutions is your one stop shop for all of your technology needs. We specialize in supporting educational institutions of all sizes.

Istation Booth #110Chris Blevins 8150 North Central Expressway Suite 2000 Dallas, TX 75206 972-533-0657 Fax 214-291-5534 [email protected] www.istation.com

Istation is a leading provider of engaging, web-based reading interventions and computer adaptive, on-demand, formative and summative assessments for Pre-K-12. Assessments take less than 30 minutes!




Kinney Management Services, LLCBooth #13Joseph Kinney III225 Union Blvd Lakewood, CO 80228 303-974-6986Fax [email protected]

Kinney Management Services, LLC (KMS) is proud to introduce their web-based medical record management solutions, KSystems, Kchecks, and WebDoks. Designed and tailored for LEAs nationally from 20 years of experience in the school based related services arena.

*Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes Booth #7Angelica Benson416 Higuera St. San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 858-480-3969 [email protected]

Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes specializes in the area of professional development for educators in learning evidence-based practices for increasing student achievement in all areas.

*Musco Sports Lighting Booth #112Jason Schillig 100 1st Ave. West Oskaloosa, IA 52577 641-673-0411 Fax 641-672-1996 [email protected] www.musco.com

Musco provides indoor and outdoor lighting solutions and makes sports lighting happen worldwide. We feature environmentally and budget friendly Light-Structure Green.

*National Literacy Coalition Booth #30Deborah Johnson 20269 E. Smoky Hill Rd., Suite B-63Centennial, CO 80015 720-548-7717 Fax 720-344-0786 djohnson@national literacycoalition.orgwww.national literacycoalition.org

The National Literacy Coalition provides training, resources, and school-based support in research-based, differentiated literacy instruction through Every Child a Reader and Every Child a Writer.

Netchemia Booth #100Nick De Buyl 3520 W 75th St., Suite 300Prairie Village, KS 66208 913-789-0996 [email protected] www.netchemia.com

Netchemia is a leading provider of cloud-based talent management software specifically developed for K-12 educational organizations. The talent management suite is used by more than 1,000 educational organizations nationwide.

*Northwest Evaluation AssociationBooth #6Sarah Orlowski 121 NW Everett Street Portland, OR 97209 503-548-5012

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Fax 503-639-7873 [email protected] www.nwea.org

We are the catalyst to create a world in which education is kid-centric, relying on accurate and comprehensive data to inform each childs optimal learning path.

ODE Booth #31Chris Robbins 200 Whittington Hot Springs, AR 71901 501-622-5130 Fax 501-622-5144 [email protected] www.odemail.com

ODE is a comprehensive K-12 distance learning provider offering real-time, compressed interactive video courses in virtually all disciplines nationwide.

ODYSSEYWARE Booth #1Kelli Hoogers 804 N 2nd Ave. E Rock Rapids, IA 51246 877-795-8904 Fax 866-465-1954 [email protected] www.odysseyware.com

ODYSSEYWARE delivers a technology-rich learning management system, core and elective courses, and an effective academic solution to 2,500+ school districts across the United States.

*Pearson Booth #102Julie Thorpe 756 Locust Avenue Boulder, CO 80304

303-818-3377 Fax 303-648-6289 [email protected] www.pearson.com

Pearson provides preK-12 education solutions by connecting personalized, assessment-driven programs, services, school improvement strategies, and technology for improved outcomes in student performance and classroom instruction.

PFM Asset Management CSIPBooth #35Ben Mendenhall 1400 16th Street, Suite 400 Denver, CO 80202 303-467-1114 Fax 303-467-1115 [email protected] www.csipinvest.com

PFM Asset Management LLC is nationally recognized as a leading investment advisory firm, specializing in providing services to public sector entities. In 2011 we launched a new investment program for governments in Colorado, the Colorado Statewide Investment Program (CSIP), www.csipinvest.com.

Prairie IT LLC Booth #14Mark Oman 119 E. Fletcher St. Haxtun, CO 80734 970-425-7215 [email protected] www.PrairieIT.com

Prairie IT LLC provides virtual desktop solutions and IT services for schools.




Public Consulting GroupBooth #115Jennifer Meller 999 18th Street, Suite 3000Denver, CO 80202 303-357-4641 [email protected]

PCG education consulting solutions help schools, school districts, and state departments of education to promote student success, improve programs and processes, and optimize financial resources.

Public Education & Business CoalitionBooth #5Jennifer Bell600 Grant Street, Suite 525Denver, CO 80203303-861-8661Fax [email protected]

The Public Education & Business Coalition (PEBC) is a nonprofit partnership of Colorado education and business leaders dedicated to developing the intellectual and scholarly practices of educators across the continuum of their professional lives to ensure that our schools are worthy of our students.

Realbooks Plus Booth #27Colleen Lohnes P.O. Box 600 Conifer, CO 80433 303-697-2342 Fax 720-554-7986 [email protected] www.realbooksplus.com

RealBooks Plus provides low-cost solutions for hands-on publishing of hard and softcover books. Dramatically reduce yearbook costs, empower young writers or create student enterprises with our products.

*Regis University Booth #37Debbie Lloyd 3333 Regis Blvd. P-28 Denver, CO 80221 303-964-5743 [email protected] cps.regis.edu

Regis Universitys School of Education and Counseling develops highly effective educators who are continuously learning and working to advance their instructional knowledge.

Renaissance Learning Booth #29Sherilee Kerschen 2911 Peach Street Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494 866-391-5131 [email protected]

Renaissance Learnings educational software provides daily formative assessment and periodic progress-monitoring technology to enhance curriculum, support differentiated instruction, and personalize practice. *Rocky Mountain Microfilm & ImagingBooth #26Michael Gudenkauf 1540 El Paso Blvd. Denver, CO 80221

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303-427-0625 Fax 303-427-0638 [email protected] Mountain Microfilm & Imaging offers electronic document management. Have HR, AP, Payroll, SPED and Student Records at your fingertips. All information is backed up at State Archives on a 16 gig drive.

School Improvement Network Booth #15Ryan Mortensen 32 W. Center St. Midvale, UT 84047800-572-1153 Fax 801-566-6885 ryan.mortensen@schoolimprovementl.comwww.schoolimprovement.comSchool Improvement Network is the worlds leader in educator effectiveness. Our system of training resources helps every educator become more effective and every student successful.

*Schoology Booth #9Gregg Murphy115 West 30th Street Suite 602 New York, NY 10001 212.213.8333 Fax 213.643.7586 [email protected] www.schoology.com

Schoology empowers educators with the tools to convert their content, align it with Common Core or State Standards, share content worldwide, collaborate with other educators, and teach it using a variety of different methods. Using this platform, educators can implement numerous teaching methods and fluently adapt to their students needs.

SolarCityBooth # 23Alanna Gino 3055 Clearview Way San Mateo, CA 94402 650-963-5781 [email protected] www.soalrcity.com

SolarCity is a national leader in solar power design, financing, installation and monitoring services. The companys Power Purchase Agreement and other financing options can make it possible for schools to switch to solar power for less money than they are currently paying for electricity.

Sterling Infosystems, Inc. Booth #106Christina Brown113 S. College Ave. Fort Collins, CO 80524 800-943-2589 x2307 [email protected]

Sterling Infosystems knows the importance of a safe workforce and can help build a screening program to serve and protect your district.

*Studio 5 School PortraitsBooth #116Max Vela 541 Garden Dr. Unit R Windsor, CO 80550 970-674-0520 [email protected] Colorado-owned company serving Colorado schools since 1996, Studio 5 offers the latest in school portraiture and student I.D.s.



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Summit Food ServiceBooth #4 April Norton2703 Broadbent Parkway NE, Suite F Albuquerque, NM 87107 505-341-0507Fax 505-345-9461anorton@summitfoodservice.comwww.summitfoodservice.com

Summit is the premier dining services management company in the Southwest. We deliver exceptional food and management services that enhance our ability to exceed the expectations of our customers.

The ConsortiumBooth #103Kim Erickson 789 Sherman St., Suite 370 Denver, CO 80203 303-217-8465 Fax 303-217-8460 [email protected] www.coconsortium.org

The Consortium partners with school districts to ensure the successful implementation of the Medicaid School Health Services Program.

*Wells Fargo Insurance Services/ Pinnacol Assurance Booth #25Jan Myers 5755 Mark Dabling Blvd., #300 Colorado Springs, CO 80919 719-785-8144 Fax 877-405-9032 [email protected] www.wfis.wellsfargo.com

Wells Fargo Insurance Service manages the CASE Workers

Compensation program, as well as providing custom property and casualty, and employee benefit programs for Colorado schools.

Winsor Learning Booth #16Amanda Burnette 1620 W. 7th St. St. Paul, MN 55102 800-321-7585 [email protected] Winsor Learning provides service and products for reading intervention and behavior support.

*Wireless Generation Booth #1055 Washington Street, 9th Floor Brooklyn, NY 11201 303-870-7078 [email protected] www.wirelessgeneration.com Wireless Generations mission is to help educators teach with tools, systems, and services that reflect a vision of how technology can serve PreK-12 education.

Writing Alive, Inc.Booth #38Debra Kemp Freemon 1495 S. Uinta Ct. Denver, CO 80231 [email protected] www.WritingAlive.com Upgrade your writing curriculum and professional development to Writing Alive, a proven day-by-day curriculum aligned to CCSS that increases writing performance.



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