2018 South Carolina Teacher Forum Conference: Full Schedule

6:00pm EST

Opening General Session

Carolina Forest High School Choir
DTOY Introductions

Wednesday November 7, 2018 6:00pm - 7:00pm EST
Kensington G

General Session

7:00pm EST

Dinner

Wednesday November 7, 2018 7:00pm - 7:45pm EST
Kensington G

Meal

7:30pm EST

Keynote: Jeff Maxey

Speakers

Jeff Maxey

2019 SC Teacher of the Year, CERRA

Jeff Maxey, the 2019 South Carolina Teacher of the Year, is a Special Education Resource Teacher at Starr Elementary School in Anderson District Three.Jeff, a native of Louisville, Kentucky, holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Western Kentucky University and a Master's degree in... Read More →

Wednesday November 7, 2018 7:30pm - 8:00pm EST
Kensington G

General Session

8:00pm EST

Closing Remarks

Wednesday November 7, 2018 8:00pm - 8:15pm EST
Kensington G

General Session

8:15pm EST

Celebration Mix & Mingle / DTOY Photographs / Visit Silent Auction (Kensington F)

Wednesday November 7, 2018 8:15pm - 9:15pm EST
Kensington G

General Session

7:00am EST

Breakfast (Coastal Grill) / Silent Auction Bidding (Kensington F)

Thursday November 8, 2018 7:00am - 8:30am EST
Coastal Grill

Meal

8:30am EST

Opening General Session

Thursday November 8, 2018 8:30am - 8:45am EST
Kensington G

General Session

8:45am EST

General Session I / Keynote: Dr. Jenna Hallman: “Who, me?”

Speakers

Dr. Jenna Hallman

Assistant Executive Director, CERRA

Dr. Jenna Hallman has a BA in Early Childhood Education from USC-Upstate and an M. Ed. in Educational Leadership and Supervision from Clemson. She also holds a Ph.D. in Education with a specialization in Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment from Walden University. Jenna has been... Read More →

Thursday November 8, 2018 8:45am - 9:20am EST
Kensington G

General Session

9:20am EST

General Session II / Workshop: Jane Turner and Craig King: “Teacher Advocacy Issues in Today’s Political Climate”

Speakers

Craig King

Director of Teacher Leadership, PSTA

Mr. Craig Q. King is a native of Manning, South Carolina and currently resides in Columbia, South Carolina. He serves as Director of Teacher Leadership for the Palmetto State Teachers Association. He is a former third-grade teacher and taught at Whittaker Elementary School in Orangeburg... Read More →

Jane Turner

Executive Director, CERRA

Jane was born and raised in Winston-Salem, N.C. She has a BA in Interdisciplinary Studies in Math, Education and Psychology from UNC, a M.Ed. in Educational Research from USC, and a J.D. in law from Wake Forest University.Over the past 30 years, Jane has worked in a number of capacities... Read More →

Thursday November 8, 2018 9:20am - 10:10am EST
Kensington G

General Session

10:10am EST

Silent Auction Bidding

Thursday November 8, 2018 10:10am - 10:30am EST
Kensington F

General Session

10:30am EST

Communicating With Confidence: A Guide For Teachers & The Media

Speakers

Mychal Frost

Director of Marketing and Communications, Rock Hill Schools

Thursday November 8, 2018 10:30am - 11:30am EST
Eton

Breakout - Blue Group

10:30am EST

IDEA - The Law that Keeps on Giving

In this session, you will learn about the basics of special education, including special education law. You will also discuss strategies for the most misunderstood learners.

Speakers

Dr. Ann Marie Taylor

Director of Leadership Development, PSTA

Dr. Ann Marie Taylor began her college education studying Criminal Justice at Saginaw Valley State University in Michigan. Once she began working with juvenile offenders she realized that many of her young charges were struggling with special education needs. It was this realization... Read More →

Thursday November 8, 2018 10:30am - 11:30am EST
Oxford

Breakout - Green Group

10:30am EST

Teacher Leader Breakout

Speakers

Dr. Jenna Hallman

Assistant Executive Director, CERRA

Todd Scholl

Coordinator of Communications & Program Development, CERRA

Todd Scholl is the Coordinator of Communications & Program Development at The Center for Educator Recruitment, Retention & Advancement (CERRA). Todd began his teaching career in special education at Lakewood Elementary School in 1995. In 1997, he joined the faculty at the newly-constructed... Read More →

Thursday November 8, 2018 10:30am - 11:30am EST
Pembroke

Breakout - Purple Group

11:35am EST

Teacher Leader Breakout

Collaborate with your team to analyze clues and solve problems that will help you unlock your teacher leadership potential.

Speakers

Dr. Jenna Hallman

Assistant Executive Director, CERRA

Todd Scholl

Coordinator of Communications & Program Development, CERRA

Thursday November 8, 2018 11:35am - 12:35pm EST
Pembroke

Breakout - Blue Group

about Dr. Jenna Hallman currently serves as CERRA’s Assistant Director and the Program Director for Collegiate (Teaching Fellows) and Service Programs (Mentoring, Teacher Leadership, and National Board Certification). She served as a science specialist at Calhoun Academy for the Arts, teaching science to kindergarten to fifth grade students, when she was named the 2009 South Carolina Teacher of the Year. That same year, she received the C. F. Reames Outstanding Educator Award from Anderson University. Jenna completed her PhD in Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment through Walden University in early 2017. She received her National Board Certification in 2002 and successfully renewed in 2011.

11:35am EST

Communicating With Confidence: A Guide For Teachers & The Media

With a seemingly never-ending stream of anti-public education rhetoric in traditional and non-traditional media outlets today, it is increasingly more important for educators to be equipped with a public relations survival guide. This session will open the conversation and build capacity among educators to communicate with confidence. We’ll also explore the changing landscape of traditional media, and build the case for becoming your own brand to reflect student, staff, school, and district successes.As a teacher leader, you may have to answer questions from the press and become the public face of your district. In this session, a public relations expert will give you helpful tips to better manage your public presence.

Speakers

Mychal Frost

Director of Marketing and Communications, Rock Hill Schools

Thursday November 8, 2018 11:35am - 12:35pm EST
Eton

Breakout - Green Group

11:35am EST

IDEA - The Law that Keeps on Giving

In this session, you will learn about the basics of special education, including special education law. You will also discuss strategies for the most misunderstood learners.

Speakers

Dr. Ann Marie Taylor

Director of Leadership Development, PSTA

Thursday November 8, 2018 11:35am - 12:35pm EST
Oxford

Breakout - Purple Group

12:35pm EST

Lunch

Thursday November 8, 2018 12:35pm - 1:35pm EST
Kensington G

Meal

1:40pm EST

IDEA - The Law that Keeps on Giving

In this session, you will learn about the basics of special education, including special education law. You will also discuss strategies for the most misunderstood learners.

Speakers

Dr. Ann Marie Taylor

Director of Leadership Development, PSTA

Thursday November 8, 2018 1:40pm - 2:40pm EST

Breakout - Blue Group

1:40pm EST

Teacher Leader Breakout

Collaborate with your team to analyze clues and solve problems that will help you unlock your teacher leadership potential.

Speakers

Dr. Jenna Hallman

Assistant Executive Director, CERRA

Todd Scholl

Coordinator of Communications & Program Development, CERRA

Thursday November 8, 2018 1:40pm - 2:40pm EST
Pembroke

Breakout - Green Group

1:40pm EST

Communicating With Confidence: A Guide For Teachers & The Media

Speakers

Mychal Frost

Director of Marketing and Communications, Rock Hill Schools

Thursday November 8, 2018 1:40pm - 2:40pm EST
Eton

Breakout - Purple Group

2:40pm EST

Silent Auction Bidding

Thursday November 8, 2018 2:40pm - 3:00pm EST
Kensington F

General Session

3:00pm EST

Table 1: National Board Renewal

This session is designed for NBCTs completing their 7th or 8th year of certification. During our brief time together, we will discuss the renewal process including timelines for registration and entry submission and the current legislation governing renewal.

Speakers

Dr. Jenna Hallman

Assistant Executive Director, CERRA

Thursday November 8, 2018 3:00pm - 4:05pm EST
Table 1

Roundtable, addnew

3:00pm EST

Table 2: My Schools, My Voice…ESSA

With changing policies, laws and requirements that directly impact educators, educator activism is critical. Join this round table discussion and discuss how educators can take an active role in ensuring that educator voice is heard.

Speakers

Sherry East

President, The SCEA

Ms. East graduated with a BS in education from Concord University in Athens, WV. She has also earned a Master of Science in Ecological Teaching and Learning from Lesley University and has completed an additional 30+ graduate credits from Clemson University. She began her teaching... Read More →

Thursday November 8, 2018 3:00pm - 4:05pm EST
Table 2

Roundtable

3:00pm EST

Table 3: Business Connections

The mission of SCFM is to encouraging collaboration among public education stakeholders, and connecting private financial support to public schools so that students have the tools they need to be successful. Come listen to ideas about the importance of connecting businesses and educators.

Speakers

Caroline Mauldin

Executive Director, SC Future Minds

Caroline Mauldin is a Charleston-based civic enthusiast and social entrepreneur. She is the Executive Director of South Carolina Future Minds, a statewide nonprofit investing in public education as a driver of economic and social progress. From 2009-2012, Caroline served as special... Read More →

Thursday November 8, 2018 3:00pm - 4:05pm EST
Table 3

Roundtable

3:00pm EST

Table 4: District Teacher Forums

Understanding that there are three main overarching concepts of Teacher Forums, we will explore the ways in which Forums foster growth, empowerment, and service. A Forum is much more than a Superintendent’s Cabinet or Teacher Advisory Council. Action steps will be identified to foster teacher leadership within the Teacher Forum, and organizational suggestions will be provided.

Speakers

Suzanne Koty

Program Facilitator, CERRA

Suzanne Koty is a resident of Sumter, SC. She holds a BA in English Language Arts from Francis Marion University and a M. Ed. from American Intercontinental University. She is currently working on her Ph.D. in Education Policy, Leadership, and Management, K-20 through Walden University... Read More →

Thursday November 8, 2018 3:00pm - 4:05pm EST
Table 4

Roundtable

3:00pm EST

Table 5: Keeping the Teacher Tank Full

Teaching is a hard profession, and it’s easy to fall into a routine or even feel overwhelmed. Come hear a discussion about how to keep your Teacher Tank full and keep that spark alive for yourself and for your students.

Speakers

Nicholas Snyder

Teacher, Berkeley County Schools

Nicholas is a 9th-10th grade English teacher at Cane Bay High School. He firmly believes that every student has the right to do his/her best and deserves a comfortable learning environment. To meet this outcome, he addresses his students' needs first and also encourages questioning... Read More →

Thursday November 8, 2018 3:00pm - 4:05pm EST

Roundtable

3:00pm EST

Table 6: Knowing ‘Em Leads to Growing ‘Em

We all know the importance of building strong relationships with students. It leads to the foundation for academic excellence. This discussion will focus on research-based strategies to build meaningful connections with students.

Speakers

Robert Harris

Teacher, Richland One Schools

Robert Harris teaches 6th-8th grade Family and Consumer Sciences at Hand Middle School. Robert hopes to lead his students towards living a productive and fulfilling life, one in which they can impact their communities. He sees his role as a teacher to be a coach of a learning team... Read More →

Thursday November 8, 2018 3:00pm - 4:05pm EST
Table 6

Roundtable

3:00pm EST

Table 7: Green Initiatives

Having a shared passion such as a community garden can lead students to take ownership of aspects of the school and their learning. Come here how this school’s green efforts have led to a real sense of pride among its students.

Speakers

Susan Snyder

Teacher, Rock Hill Schools

Susan Snyder teaches 9th-12th grade Science at Northwestern High School. Susan is a National Board Certified Teacher. She has served as a County Environmental Liaison for the past fourteen years. Susan is the recipient of several awards including being named the 2013-2014 Walt Schrader... Read More →

Thursday November 8, 2018 3:00pm - 4:05pm EST
Table 7

Roundtable

3:00pm EST

Table 8: Opportunities to Improve Instruction

There are a plethora of resources that can enhance your content and pedagogical knowledge and expertise. Learn how seeking resources and opportunities outside of your school building can impact your teaching and your students' success.

Speakers

Zach Lowe

Teacher, Sumter Schools

Zachariah Lowe teaches 6th-8th grade Social Studies at Mayewood Middle School. Zachariah hopes to be a positive influence on the "next generation of world leaders." He aims to help his students become critical thinkers. Many of them have gone on to participate in C-SPAN's ClassCam... Read More →

Thursday November 8, 2018 3:00pm - 4:05pm EST
Table 8

Roundtable

3:00pm EST

Table 9: Behind the Title

Come listen to inspiring and humorous stories about the journeys of three veteran SC Teachers of the Year. You will leave this roundtable laughing, crying, or maybe just a little of both.

Speakers

Chuck Long

Producer/CEO/Founder, The Charleston Youth Company, Inc.

Chuck Long was the 1986 SC Teacher of the Year. Chuck retired from his main job of teaching after 34 years in 2009. However, he continues today as Producer/CEO/Founder of The Charleston Youth Company, Inc., a non-profit performing arts company he started 37 years ago. Today he has... Read More →

Buffy Murphy

Reading Coach and Response to Intervention Specialist, Lexington-Richland Five

Jennifer “Buffy” H. Murphy is the 2007 South Carolina Teacher of the Year. She earned a Bachelor of Science from Clemson University, a Master of Arts in Teaching from the University of South Carolina, and Doctor of Education in Administration for Teaching and Learning from the... Read More →

Jennifer Wise

2017 SC Teacher of the Year, Richland One

Jennifer Wise was the 2017 SC Teacher of the Year. Wise began her teaching career in August of 2008 at Hand Middle School. A native of Gaffney, SC, Wise attended the University of South Carolina as a Teaching Fellow and received her Bachelors of Science in Mathematics and Masters... Read More →

Thursday November 8, 2018 3:00pm - 4:05pm EST
Table 9

Roundtable

4:05pm EST

The Unconference

An unconference is a portion of a conference conceived, led, and facilitated by the attendees. The attendees come up with the topics they would like to discuss, lead the discussions (no formal presentations allowed), and feed the sessions with their energy and creativity. The unconference is not the time for a formal presentation. PowerPoints and handouts are not allowed. Computers, projectors, and screens will NOT be available. The plan is to provide a chunk of time on Thursday afternoon for you to engage in an unconference. This approach allows you to share your expertise and/or engage in discussions around topics of interest/inquiry.

Thursday November 8, 2018 4:05pm - 5:05pm EST
Eton, Oxford, Pembroke, and Kensington G

General Session

5:05pm EST

Closing Announcements

Thursday November 8, 2018 5:05pm - 5:20pm EST
Kensington G

General Session

5:20pm EST

Silent Auction Bidding

Silent Auction bidding ends at 5:50 PM
Please be sure to check out tomorrow morning before 8:30 AM.
Dinner on your own this evening.

Thursday November 8, 2018 5:20pm - 5:50pm EST
Kensington F

General Session

7:00am EST

Breakfast (Coastal Grill) / Hotel Checkout (Lobby) / Silent Auction Pickup (Pembroke)

Pick up Silent Auction items in Pembroke. Silent Auction pick up will begin at 7:45 AM.

Friday November 9, 2018 7:00am - 8:30am EST
Coastal Grill

Meal

8:30am EST

Group Photo

All 2018 SC Teacher Forum Participants

Friday November 9, 2018 8:30am - 8:45am EST
Kensington G

General Session

8:45am EST

General Session I / Keynote: Molly Spearman, SC State Superintendent of Education

Speakers

Molly Spearman

SC Superintendent of Education, SC Department of Education

Molly Mitchell Spearman was elected as the 18th South Carolina State Superintendent of Education on November 4, 2014. Native to Saluda County, Mrs. Spearman’s childhood laid the foundations of family, faith, and hard work that transcended into her professional career as an educator... Read More →

Friday November 9, 2018 8:45am - 9:10am EST
Kensington G

General Session

9:10am EST

Break / Pictures with Superintendent Spearman or Mandy Manning

Friday November 9, 2018 9:10am - 9:30am EST
Kensington G

General Session

9:30am EST

General Session II / Keynote: Mandy Manning, 2018 National Teacher of the Year

Speakers

Mandy Manning

Teacher, Ferris High School

Mandy Manning teaches English and math to refugee and immigrant students in the Newcomer Center at Ferris High School in Spokane, Washington, where she is her students' first teacher once they arrive in the U.S. Mandy began her career as a teacher in the Peace Corps in Armenia. She... Read More →

Friday November 9, 2018 9:30am - 10:10am EST
Kensington G

General Session

10:10am EST

General Session III / Workshop: Katie Crews: “Completing the State Teacher of the Year Application”

Speakers

Katie Crews

Education Associate, SC Department of Education

Katie Crews is a lifelong resident of South Carolina and has proudly put her heart into all aspects of her life. As a top graduate of Brookland Cayce High School in Columbia, SC, she was awarded $260,000 in scholarships to include National Toyota Scholars and National Coca Cola... Read More →

Friday November 9, 2018 10:10am - 10:50am EST
Kensington G

General Session

10:50am EST

Break

Friday November 9, 2018 10:50am - 11:00am EST
Kensington G

General Session

11:00am EST

General Session IV / Teacher Leader Pinning Ceremony

Friday November 9, 2018 11:00am - 11:30am EST
Kensington G

General Session

11:30am EST

Closing Remarks

Speakers

Suzanne Koty

Program Facilitator, CERRA

Jeff Maxey

2019 SC Teacher of the Year, CERRA

Friday November 9, 2018 11:30am - 12:00pm EST
Kensington G

General Session