CCEA Plus 2025 Surf's Up! Riding the Waves of Opportunity: Full Schedule

Welcome to our 2025 Conference "Surf’s Up! Riding the Waves of Oppotrunity"
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9:15am PDT

Seal of Civic Engagement Project/Mt. Olympus

Saturday April 26, 2025 9:15am - 10:15am PDT

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Pershing students in partnership with the Fresno Elk's club have been doing two projects with students yearly. One called The Mount Olympus Challenge and one called The Veteran's Video Project. This year with the Seal of Civic Engagement out, the projects help the students involved to qualify for this honor. They also are projects that have really made a difference for our students. We would love to present our projects to other schools.

School/Company

Central Unified /Pershing Continuation

Speakers

Jill Young

School District Employee, Central Unified /Pershing Continuation

Principal: Pershing Continuation High SchoolPathway Community Day School, SecondaryPathway Elementary Community Day SchoolTaught all levels Elementary, Middle and High School28 years in EducationDog LoverExercise AddictBookworm

Susan Good

School District Employee, Central Unified /Pershing Continuation

Jack Geiger

School District Employee, Central Unified /Pershing Continuation

Position

School District Employee

Saturday April 26, 2025 9:15am - 10:15am PDT
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Content Classes, School Culture and Climate, Civic Engagement

Company Teachers, Administration, Directors, Counseling, Support staff

10:30am PDT

WASC ... Streamlined! New for You!

Saturday April 26, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am PDT

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In this engaging and insightful presentation, we will explore the new elements of an effective Self-Study and tips for a successful Mid-cycle Report, focusing on strategies that create a positive experience with the process, enhancing student success, and fostering collaboration among educators, students, and the community. This session will provide actionable insights to inspire meaningful outcomes on your Self-Study. Whether you’re a teacher or administrator, you’ll leave with practical ideas to help shape a better future for your school.

School/Company

WASC

Speakers

Nadine Elwood

Consultant, WASC

Marilyn George

Consultant, WASC

Position

Consultant

Saturday April 26, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am PDT
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WASC, Math, English, Science, Social Studies, Arts, CTE, College and Career Readiness, Leadership, PLC, Professional Development, School Culture and Climate

Company Teachers, Administration, Directors

1:30pm PDT

WASCING with Purpose

Saturday April 26, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm PDT

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"WASCING with Purpose" is a comprehensive guide for educators on how to approach WASC accreditation visits with intentionality and focus. This session will cover strategic methods to prepare for WASC evaluations, highlighting the importance of aligning school culture, strengths, and improvement areas with the criteria of the visiting committee. Educators will learn how to craft a personalized experience that authentically represents their school through data-driven storytelling, engaging campus tours, and meaningful stakeholder involvement. Participants will leave with practical tips to showcase their school's unique journey and commitment to continuous improvement, ensuring a purposeful and impactful WASC visit.

School/Company

Columbus High School-Downey Unified School District

Speakers

Bianca Farina

School District Employee, Columbus High School-Downey Unified School District

Position

School District Employee

Saturday April 26, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm PDT
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WASC, Leadership, Professional Development, Intervention, School Culture and Climate, PBIS, Restorative Practices

Company Teachers, Administration, Directors, Counseling, Classified staff, Support staff

2:45pm PDT

Purpose-Driven Learning: Helping Students Find Their "Why"

Saturday April 26, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm PDT

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In a recent Harvard study, 58% of participants aged 18-25 reported that they lacked "meaning or purpose" in their lives. Consider this interactive workshop as a remedy. Join in as we dive into the power of purpose-driven learning, exploring practical strategies to help students connect with their values, interests, and future aspirations. Attendees learn about the PRICE of finding your “why” (Purpose, Routine, Inspiration, Confidence, and Education) and all will leave with a guide to support students in identifying pathways to finding purpose in their lives (and maybe even your own!) to flourish into their most positive and productive selves.

School/Company

Centinela Valley Union High School District

Speakers

Tali Sherman

School District Employee, Centinela Valley Union High School District

Tali Sherman has taught at the Centinela Valley Union High School District for 20 years; she has worked as an English teacher at the comprehensive high schools, and as a teacher and WASC coordinator at both the independent study and continuation high schools. She is a National Board-Certified... Read More →

Position

School District Employee

Saturday April 26, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm PDT
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Social and Emotional Learning, Math, English, Science, Social Studies, Arts, College and Career Readiness, Leadership, PLC, Professional Development, School Culture and Climate

Company Teachers, Administration, Directors, Counseling, Classified staff, Support staff