This session focuses on how to build digital assessments that can provide immediate feedback to students and valuable data to you. Whether you are looking to create a quick "exit ticket" or a comprehensive end-of-unit exam, we will walk through the process of building, managing, and moderating quizzes within your course. Key Topics 📋 Question Types: Explore a variety of formats—from simple multiple-choice to more interactive options like matching and fill-in-the-blank. Question Banks: Discover how to organize and store your questions so you can easily reuse them across different assessments or school years. Quiz Settings: Learn how to manage time limits, shuffle answers, and set up multiple attempts to fit your instructional goals. Moderation & Accommodations: Learn how to grant extra time or attempts for specific students to ensure every learner's needs are met. 💻 Hands-on workshop time is embedded into this session; remember to bring your OPS device and charger!
Ashley joined Instructure with 14 years of deep-rooted experience in education. Having served as an Elementary Teacher, Math Coach, and PK-12 Curriculum Coordinator, she specializes in managing complex, district-wide initiatives—including leading the Instructure Learning Platform... Read More →
Thursday May 28, 2026 8:00am - 9:30am CDT Room 514
Starting with the graduating Class of 2028, the Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) has officially shifted the graduation landscape. The state is moving away from simply counting seat-time credits and moving toward proving that students have Postsecondary Assets and real-world skills. The new framework is often referred to as the 21-Credit Foundation (Olathe requires 24 total credits) This session will concentrate on Postsecondary Assets, what qualifies, how they are recorded, who is responsible for tracking, how a student and parent can check, etc....
Director of Innovation and Career Pathways, Olathe Public Schools
I am a passionate educator in my 38th year of building learning environments that inspire. Currently serving as the Director of Innovation and Career Pathways for Olathe Public Schools, I get the privilege of overseeing our district's incredible Two- and Four-Year Academies.My leadership... Read More →
Thursday May 28, 2026 8:00am - 9:30am CDT Room 319
This refresher session is a repeat of our 12/19 professional learning over Introducing: Canvas. This session is designed to give you a solid foundation before you dive into more specialized topics. Whether you are seeing the platform for the first time or simply want a comprehensive review of the essentials, this session provides the space to get comfortable with the interface and ensure your digital classroom is ready for students. đź’» Hands-on workshop time is embedded into this session; remember to bring your OPS device and charger!
Director of Technology Advancement & Training, Olathe Public Schools
Jen Kennedy brings over 15 years of experience leveraging instructional technology in the classroom. With a focus on empowering students and staff through the innovative integration of technology, she strives to create an engaging and supportive learning environment where all learners... Read More →
Thursday May 28, 2026 8:00am - 11:30am CDT Room 516
Learning how to design, plan, and implement a Client-Centered Project (CCP) that meets the requirements of a Post-Secondary Asset (PSA) as part of the class of 2028 and Beyond graduation requirements . You will leave with a clear understanding of what defines a CCP, how it aligns to district instructional priorities, and concrete next steps for creating their own project.
This session is designed to help you master the Canvas Gradebook and SpeedGrader—two powerful tools that work together to streamline your grading workflow and provide meaningful, timely feedback to your students. Whether you are looking to automate your grading process or enhance the quality of your student feedback, this session will show you how to spend less time on paperwork and more time on instruction. 📋 Key Topics Gradebook Fundamentals: Learn how to set up grading schemes, weighted groups, and "Missing" or "Late" policies to automate your workflow. SpeedGrader Mastery: Discover how to view, grade, and annotate student submissions all in one place without downloading a single file. Rubrics for Success: Build and attach rubrics to assignments to ensure consistent grading and clear expectations for students. Effective Feedback: Explore various ways to provide feedback, including inline comments, text summaries, and even video/audio clips. 💻 Hands-on workshop time is embedded into this session; remember to bring your OPS device and charger!
Ashley joined Instructure with 14 years of deep-rooted experience in education. Having served as an Elementary Teacher, Math Coach, and PK-12 Curriculum Coordinator, she specializes in managing complex, district-wide initiatives—including leading the Instructure Learning Platform... Read More →
Thursday May 28, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am CDT Room 514
This session challenges the common assumption that secondary students already possess the social skills needed for success. This session introduces a practical, evidence-informed framework for planning, delivering and supporting social skill instruction in middle and high school settings. The framework includes four steps, which can be applied across a variety of settings (e.g., general education, special education), with a whole class, small group, or individual students. Participants will learn how to identify socially significant skills that complement their academic activities. To support implementation, an example instructional plan and implementation checklist will be provided. Attendees will leave with concrete strategies and tools to move from reacting to behavior to proactively teaching the skills students need to succeed.
Post Doctoral Researcher, Juniper Gardens Children's Project - University of Kansas
Dr. Lindsey Mirielli is a Post-Doctoral Fellow at Juniper Gardens Children’s Project (JGCP) at the University of Kansas. Dr. Mirielli is an early career scholar with an interest in supporting secondary students with behavioral concerns in the general education setting. Her research... Read More →
In Canvas, Modules and Pages serve as the structural backbone of your digital classroom. This session focuses on how to organize your content so that students can navigate your course intuitively and access materials without confusion. đź“‹ Key Topics
Module Organization: Learn how to use Modules to categorize and sequence your content logically.
Effective Page Design: Master the Rich Content Editor (RCE) to create central hubs for lessons, combining text, images, and video in one place.
đź’» Hands-on workshop time is embedded into this session; remember to bring your OPS device and charger!
Ashley joined Instructure with 14 years of deep-rooted experience in education. Having served as an Elementary Teacher, Math Coach, and PK-12 Curriculum Coordinator, she specializes in managing complex, district-wide initiatives—including leading the Instructure Learning Platform... Read More →
Thursday May 28, 2026 12:30pm - 2:00pm CDT Room 514
In this session, teachers will explore how to transform reading from a passive task into an active learning experience across all disciplines. Participants will learn practical ways to scaffold text so students can access complex content, build academic vocabulary, and understand how text structure supports meaning in subjects such as science, social studies, and electives.
By the end of the session, teachers will leave with ready-to-use reading scaffolds that promote comprehension, increase student engagement, and support students in applying what they read to demonstrate deeper learning in their content area.
How do we move students from exploration to real opportunities after graduation? This session breaks down what a Career Pathway really is and how our district organizes Programs, Two-Year Academies, and Four-Year Academies to create clear, student-centered routes to college and careers. Learn how we structure coursework, align industry partnerships, and support students every step of the way. The session also includes a guided tour of the Olathe Public Schools Innovation Campus (OPSIC), where attendees will see pathways in action and explore authentic learning spaces that support hands-on, industry-connected experiences.
Barbra Gonzales earned a Bachelor’s degree in Business and Fashion Merchandising from Baker University and a Master’s degree in Secondary Education from Kansas State University.  She taught Family and Consumer Sciences at Olathe North High school for 21 years. While at Olathe... Read More →
Director of Innovation and Career Pathways, Olathe Public Schools
I am a passionate educator in my 38th year of building learning environments that inspire. Currently serving as the Director of Innovation and Career Pathways for Olathe Public Schools, I get the privilege of overseeing our district's incredible Two- and Four-Year Academies.My leadership... Read More →
This session challenges the common assumption that secondary students already possess the social skills needed for success. This session introduces a practical, evidence-informed framework for planning, delivering and supporting social skill instruction in middle and high school settings. The framework includes four steps, which can be applied across a variety of settings (e.g., general education, special education), with a whole class, small group, or individual students. Participants will learn how to identify socially significant skills that complement their academic activities. To support implementation, an example instructional plan and implementation checklist will be provided. Attendees will leave with concrete strategies and tools to move from reacting to behavior to proactively teaching the skills students need to succeed.
Post Doctoral Researcher, Juniper Gardens Children's Project - University of Kansas
Dr. Lindsey Mirielli is a Post-Doctoral Fellow at Juniper Gardens Children’s Project (JGCP) at the University of Kansas. Dr. Mirielli is an early career scholar with an interest in supporting secondary students with behavioral concerns in the general education setting. Her research... Read More →
In this session, teachers will explore how to transform reading from a passive task into an active learning experience across all disciplines. Participants will learn practical ways to scaffold text so students can access complex content, build academic vocabulary, and understand how text structure supports meaning in subjects such as science, social studies, and electives.
By the end of the session, teachers will leave with ready-to-use reading scaffolds that promote comprehension, increase student engagement, and support students in applying what they read to demonstrate deeper learning in their content area.
