Why limit math to 60 minutes a day? Join us for an interactive session where we transform math from a subject into a classroom culture. We’ll explore how to seamlessly weave mathematical thinking into every transition and corner of your schedule. From rhythmic songs and daily routines that build deep conceptual understanding to high-engagement games and cutting-edge online tools, you’ll leave with a ready-to-use toolkit. Discover how to boost student fluency and confidence by making math a constant, joyful presence in your students' day.
Special education educators manage a complex combination of instruction, compliance, data collection, and collaboration. Without strong systems in place, it can quickly become overwhelming. This session is designed for new special educators, educators in their first few years, and veteran educators who are ready to refresh or streamline their current systems. Participants will learn practical, sustainable strategies to organize IEPs, manage compliance timelines, collect meaningful data, and effectively support paraprofessionals. Attendees will leave with ready-to-use tools and templates that help them start the school year organized and stay on track throughout the year.
Special Services Instructional Coach, Olathe School District
I am currently a Special Services Instructional Coach for the district. Prior to this role, I have taught in a variety of positions, including general education and special education. I spent the majority of my years teaching at the middle school level.
Special Services Instructional Coach, Olathe School District
I am an instructional coach supporting special educators in all positions in early childhood through post-grad settings. I'm a speech-language pathologist by training and practice and have provided services to students at various levels, although most of my time has been at the... Read More →
Wednesday May 27, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am CDT Room 605
Schools collect large amounts of reading data, but translating that information into clear instructional decisions can be challenging. This session introduces the Quad Sort, a practical tool designed to illuminate patterns within FastBridge reading fluency data and transform progress-monitoring results into actionable insights for instruction. Participants will learn how to download reading fluency data from FastBridge, upload the data into the Quad Sort tool, and interpret the resulting analyses to better understand students’ reading needs. The Quad Sort organizes students based on key fluency indicators, helping educators quickly identify patterns in accuracy and rate to determine appropriate supports and instructional groupings. Through real examples and guided demonstrations, participants will see how the Quad Sort technique can bring clarity to reading data, streamline the process of grouping students, and support more targeted reading instruction. Attendees will leave with a practical framework for using existing assessment data to make more confident, data-informed decisions that illuminate the path toward improved reading outcomes.
Tyler Kitson is a nationally certified school psychologist and recognized leader in educational systems change. Tyler has led local, state, and national efforts to strengthen the school psychology workforce, streamline service delivery, and promote equity. He currently serves as the... Read More →
CPS focuses on teaching global skills such as flexibility/adaptability, frustration tolerance, problem solving, and emotion regulation that help students respond adaptively to problems. CPS helps make interventions proactive rather than reactive and focus on the root of the unsolved problem instead of reacting to the behavior concerns. CPS promotes a problem-solving partnership that engages kids in solving problems that affect their lives and produces effective, durable solutions that enhances skills.
You will learn what Dr. Ross Greene describes as a paradigm shift in how we approach student behavior, and you will have an opportunity to apply some of the tools and strategies from Dr. Ross Greene, including the ASUP (Assessment of Skills and Unsolved Problems). Come with a student in mind with whom you might like to try the CPS approach!
This session will explore a four-day instructional routine designed to improve student's reading fluency. Participants will also gain insight to key components that support reading comprehension with practical strategies for writing goals, delivering effective instruction and providing meaningful practice.
Special Education Instructional Coach, Olathe Public Schools
Hi! I am Katie Cox and I have been in Olathe as a resource teacher for 20 years and the last 2 years have been an instructional coach. I have a masters from Pittsburg State (Special Education) and from Baker (Educational Leadership). When I am not working I enjoying being with... Read More →
Special Education Instructional Coach, Olathe Public Schools
I have been with Olathe for 23 years working as a Speech-Language Pathologist, Intervention Support Teacher, and Instructional Coach. I have a Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Kansas and an Ed.D in Educational Leadership from Baker University... Read More →
Wednesday May 27, 2026 12:30pm - 2:00pm CDT Room 605
Why the details matter. Ever wonder what happens with your paperwork after an IEP meeting? This session provides special education staff with insight and answers about the purpose and importance of SpEd paperwork, Synergy workflows, reporting requirements, and specialized processes. Participants will learn best practices directly from area experts, engage in a live Q&A session, and receive personalized support through targeted breakout groups. Submit your questions for the Q&A portion of the session here.
Schools collect large amounts of reading data, but translating that information into clear instructional decisions can be challenging. This session introduces the Quad Sort, a practical tool designed to illuminate patterns within FastBridge reading fluency data and transform progress-monitoring results into actionable insights for instruction. Participants will learn how to download reading fluency data from FastBridge, upload the data into the Quad Sort tool, and interpret the resulting analyses to better understand students’ reading needs. The Quad Sort organizes students based on key fluency indicators, helping educators quickly identify patterns in accuracy and rate to determine appropriate supports and instructional groupings. Through real examples and guided demonstrations, participants will see how the Quad Sort technique can bring clarity to reading data, streamline the process of grouping students, and support more targeted reading instruction. Attendees will leave with a practical framework for using existing assessment data to make more confident, data-informed decisions that illuminate the path toward improved reading outcomes.
Tyler Kitson is a nationally certified school psychologist and recognized leader in educational systems change. Tyler has led local, state, and national efforts to strengthen the school psychology workforce, streamline service delivery, and promote equity. He currently serves as the... Read More →
This session will explore a four-day instructional routine designed to improve student's reading fluency. Participants will also gain insight to key components that support reading comprehension with practical strategies for writing goals, delivering effective instruction and providing meaningful practice.
Special Education Instructional Coach, Olathe Public Schools
Hi! I am Katie Cox and I have been in Olathe as a resource teacher for 20 years and the last 2 years have been an instructional coach. I have a masters from Pittsburg State (Special Education) and from Baker (Educational Leadership). When I am not working I enjoying being with... Read More →
Special Education Instructional Coach, Olathe Public Schools
I have been with Olathe for 23 years working as a Speech-Language Pathologist, Intervention Support Teacher, and Instructional Coach. I have a Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Kansas and an Ed.D in Educational Leadership from Baker University... Read More →
Wednesday May 27, 2026 2:30pm - 4:00pm CDT Room 605
This session will define the purpose and legal requirements of the Prior Written Notice (PWN) in special education. Participants will gain a clear understanding of the essential components needed to ensure compliance. We will explore common challenges and mistakes, along with strategies for writing clear notices that accurately reflect team decisions. Attendees will leave with practical tools in developing compliant and meaningful Prior Written Notices.
Why the details matter. Ever wonder what happens with your paperwork after an IEP meeting? This session provides special education staff with insight and answers about the purpose and importance of SpEd paperwork, Synergy workflows, reporting requirements, and specialized processes. Participants will learn best practices directly from area experts, engage in a live Q&A session, and receive personalized support through targeted breakout groups. Submit your questions for the Q&A portion of the session here.
Whether it's providing specialized instruction or ensuring that students access core content, a special educator's To Do list can feel never ending. In this session, deepen your expertise in explicit instruction in the special education setting, and engage in discussion around intentional accommodations that make general education curriculum accessible and achievable for all learners. Bring just yourself and a writing utensil, and leave with ideas to begin next year!
I'm a Special Services instructional coach in the Olathe West feeder pattern. Prior to that I was a math MTSS support specialist and school psychologist.
Thursday May 28, 2026 12:30pm - 2:00pm CDT Room 605
This session will define the purpose and legal requirements of the Prior Written Notice (PWN) in special education. Participants will gain a clear understanding of the essential components needed to ensure compliance. We will explore common challenges and mistakes, along with strategies for writing clear notices that accurately reflect team decisions. Attendees will leave with practical tools in developing compliant and meaningful Prior Written Notices.
Whether it's providing specialized instruction or ensuring that students access core content, a special educator's To Do list can feel never ending. In this session, deepen your expertise in explicit instruction in the special education setting, and engage in discussion around intentional accommodations that make general education curriculum accessible and achievable for all learners. Bring just yourself and a writing utensil, and leave with ideas to begin next year!
I'm a Special Services instructional coach in the Olathe West feeder pattern. Prior to that I was a math MTSS support specialist and school psychologist.
Thursday May 28, 2026 2:30pm - 4:00pm CDT Room 605
CPS focuses on teaching global skills such as flexibility/adaptability, frustration tolerance, problem solving, and emotion regulation that help students respond adaptively to problems. CPS helps make interventions proactive rather than reactive and focus on the root of the unsolved problem instead of reacting to the behavior concerns. CPS promotes a problem-solving partnership that engages kids in solving problems that affect their lives and produces effective, durable solutions that enhances skills.
You will learn what Dr. Ross Greene describes as a paradigm shift in how we approach student behavior, and you will have an opportunity to apply some of the tools and strategies from Dr. Ross Greene, including the ASUP (Assessment of Skills and Unsolved Problems). Come with a student in mind with whom you might like to try the CPS approach!
