BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
X-WR-CALNAME:dcsdsummersummit2026
X-WR-CALDESC:Event Calendar
METHOD:PUBLISH
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
PRODID:-//Sched.com DCSD Summer Summit 2026//EN
X-WR-TIMEZONE:UTC
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260728T133000Z
DTEND:20260728T143000Z
SUMMARY:Alternative Schools Regional Breakfast (For School Administrators and PLS)
DESCRIPTION:Alternative Schools Regional Breakfast for School Administrators and PLS
CATEGORIES:BREAKFAST
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:d3eb153b19192ab62721c7526964df71
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/d3eb153b19192ab62721c7526964df71
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260728T133000Z
DTEND:20260728T143000Z
SUMMARY:Castle Rock Regional Breakfast (For School Administrators and PLS)
DESCRIPTION:Castle Rock Regional Breakfast for School Administrators and PLS
CATEGORIES:BREAKFAST
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:1621a88672e44b20f12acbcd508a47d1
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/1621a88672e44b20f12acbcd508a47d1
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260728T133000Z
DTEND:20260728T143000Z
SUMMARY:East Highlands Ranch Regional Breakfast (For School Administrators and PLS)
DESCRIPTION:East Highlands Ranch Regional Breakfast for School Administrators and PLS
CATEGORIES:BREAKFAST
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:3127ed9f1e56ad3f007b3bbb1effe235
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/3127ed9f1e56ad3f007b3bbb1effe235
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260728T133000Z
DTEND:20260728T143000Z
SUMMARY:Parker Regional Breakfast (For School Administrators and PLS)
DESCRIPTION:Parker Regional Breakfast for School Administrators and PLS
CATEGORIES:BREAKFAST
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:656ba9347d56c2b3da582000dec47068
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/656ba9347d56c2b3da582000dec47068
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260728T133000Z
DTEND:20260728T143000Z
SUMMARY:West Highlands Ranch Regional Breakfast (For School Administrators and PLS)
DESCRIPTION:West Highlands Ranch Regional Breakfast for School Administrators and PLS
CATEGORIES:BREAKFAST
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:50875bde96eb3d229a83d7991862ea76
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/50875bde96eb3d229a83d7991862ea76
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260728T143000Z
DTEND:20260728T150000Z
SUMMARY:Leadership Kickoff with Superintendent Kane
DESCRIPTION:Leadership Kickoff with Superintendent Kane
CATEGORIES:KICKOFF
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:a77344efc777d916aac18a39f72b9e6e
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/a77344efc777d916aac18a39f72b9e6e
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260728T150000Z
DTEND:20260728T163000Z
SUMMARY:Keynote: Weston Kieschnick
DESCRIPTION:Keynote: Weston Kieschnick
CATEGORIES:KEYNOTE
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:9f4bf66566c04fd31fd94b9ef4632c81
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/9f4bf66566c04fd31fd94b9ef4632c81
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260728T164500Z
DTEND:20260728T181500Z
SUMMARY:Integrating Student Support Staff into the PLC Process
DESCRIPTION:Are your PLC meetings missing the "why" behind the data? When student support staff are excluded from collaborative teams\, we only see half the picture. Join us for a hands-on session designed to help leaders break down silos. We will dive deep into the 4 PLC questions through the lens of support staff\, outlining exactly what data they should bring to the table and how their interventions drive Tier 1 and Tier 2 academic outcomes. You’ll leave with a clear implementation plan to ensure every voice at the table is focused on the whole student.
CATEGORIES:CLIMATE & CULTURE
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:fd7c90178dd361395c15b4a7de402d79
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/fd7c90178dd361395c15b4a7de402d79
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260728T164500Z
DTEND:20260728T181500Z
SUMMARY:Mentoring & Coaching in Today's Climate Through a Generational Lens
DESCRIPTION:This session focuses on building self-awareness and a strong leadership mindset to support adaptive\, relational coaching in today’s evolving school environments. Participants reflect on their coaching identity\, explore key dispositions\, and learn how to create trust\, safety\, and meaningful relationships that drive impact. The session also introduces a generational lens\, helping leaders understand how different perspectives influence communication\, motivation\, and collaboration\, and equips them with strategies to mentor and coach across diverse teams effectively.
CATEGORIES:CLIMATE & CULTURE
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:da30c5fdd997976a5a245e37f05030d1
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/da30c5fdd997976a5a245e37f05030d1
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260728T164500Z
DTEND:20260728T181500Z
SUMMARY:Strategic Synergy: Aligning District\, Department and School Goals
DESCRIPTION:This session will support leaders with unifying District\, department and school goals and action plans focused on positive student outcomes.\n\n
CATEGORIES:CLIMATE & CULTURE
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:8e284f0c9156b3bc02e33880d82d4e8d
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/8e284f0c9156b3bc02e33880d82d4e8d
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260728T164500Z
DTEND:20260728T181500Z
SUMMARY:Weston Kieschnick Breakout Session
DESCRIPTION:Weston Kieschnick Breakout Session
CATEGORIES:KEYNOTE BREAKOUT
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:c8b4db75cba627f9033952f844b7da5b
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/c8b4db75cba627f9033952f844b7da5b
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260728T164500Z
DTEND:20260728T181500Z
SUMMARY:Rigor: Surface\, Deep\, and Transfer
DESCRIPTION:This session is an entry level look at rigorous instructional practices from the lens of surface\, deep and transfer learning. You will gain an understanding of each level of learning as well as instructional moves that support any learner.
CATEGORIES:PLC QUESTION 1
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:9416b5703ce41c48c3b15bef866a0583
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/9416b5703ce41c48c3b15bef866a0583
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260728T164500Z
DTEND:20260728T181500Z
SUMMARY:Lesson Internalization Using HQIM
DESCRIPTION:Strengthen the bridge between high-quality instructional materials and daily classroom practice through a focused look at lesson internalization. In this session\, principals\, coaches\, and teacher leaders will build a shared understanding of lesson internalization and its impact on instructional quality and student learning\, analyze current planning practices\, and apply a structured approach to internalizing an upcoming lesson. We’ll also connect this work to the PLC process\, using the four critical questions from Solution Tree to ensure planning and collaboration stay tightly aligned to student learning. Participants will leave with practical strategies to support teams in making lesson internalization a meaningful and sustainable part of their PLC work.
CATEGORIES:PLC QUESTION 2
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:012c013bbad265b9cdc4c4360f532796
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/012c013bbad265b9cdc4c4360f532796
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260728T164500Z
DTEND:20260728T181500Z
SUMMARY:From Risk to Resilience: A Roadmap to Student Assistance
DESCRIPTION:When a student faces chronic absenteeism\, risk of dropout\, justice-system involvement\, or the threat of expulsion\, administrators often feel they are standing on the front lines alone. The weight of these complex cases can lead to a sense of helplessness and burnout. You don’t have to do this by yourself. Join the Student Assistance Department for a collaborative session designed to transform that feeling of "overwhelm" into a clear\, actionable roadmap for student success. We will demystify the "Safety Net" of services available to your school\, including:\n \n Re-engagement & Attendance: Strategic interventions for Chronic Absenteeism and Dropout Prevention\, including our Home Visit Program: Care Crew\n Alternative Pathways: Navigating the DC Student Support Center\, GED Center\, Continuum of Care Intervention Program\, and Expulsion Services.\n System-Involved Support: Specialized advocacy for Justice-engaged youth\n High Risk Behavior Support: Protocols for Intervention\, especially related to ISMP and charges\n \n Beyond a simple "to-do" list\, this session will provide a deep dive into the referral process to the Re-Engagement Team and what a true partnership looks like. We will include case study scenarios to demonstrate possible interventions and supports. We will discuss how to bridge the gap between your school\, our department\, and our critical community and court partners. Participants will leave with a strength-based framework for engaging families and a direct line to the resources that turn "at-risk" labels into "at-promise" outcomes.
CATEGORIES:PLC QUESTION 3
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:2062cb4eb022347a9a7e542f477b1949
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/2062cb4eb022347a9a7e542f477b1949
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260728T164500Z
DTEND:20260728T181500Z
SUMMARY:From Observations to Outcomes: Mastering the Art of Actionable Feedback
DESCRIPTION:Why is it that we provide feedback\, yet instructional practices often remain unchanged? According to Many\, Maffoni\, Sparks\, and Thomas in "Amplify Your Impact"\, the gap isn't a lack of effort—it's a lack of actionability. In this session\, we will discuss how to move beyond "polite praise" and evaluative checklists. Administrators will develop Feedback Loops to spark immediate professional growth. We will explore how to ensure that teachers leave every interaction not just knowing what happened\, but exactly how to improve it.
CATEGORIES:SPECIAL TOPIC
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:5b59da9b4c6f028fb32d0cf2c69ab4bf
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/5b59da9b4c6f028fb32d0cf2c69ab4bf
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260728T164500Z
DTEND:20260728T181500Z
SUMMARY:Intro to Gemini and NotebookLM for Educators
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to increase your efficiency on a daily basis using Google's powerful AI tools: Gemini and NotebookLM. This introductory session will equip educators with practical strategies to quickly synthesize data\, generate impactful content\, and save valuable time.
CATEGORIES:SPECIAL TOPIC
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:f1e8cfe3abc51b2f702417f3f02d31e7
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/f1e8cfe3abc51b2f702417f3f02d31e7
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260728T164500Z
DTEND:20260728T181500Z
SUMMARY:The Craft of the Principalship
DESCRIPTION:This session highlights the essential leadership practices of effective school leaders. The session provides opportunities for reflection and discussion on how strong leadership impacts teaching\, learning\, school culture\, and student success.
CATEGORIES:SPECIAL TOPIC
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:85c57e869934a2156c1a0e21ae8a5537
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/85c57e869934a2156c1a0e21ae8a5537
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260728T193000Z
DTEND:20260728T210000Z
SUMMARY:Not Just a Seat at the Table: Unlocking the Power of Special Educators in PLCs
DESCRIPTION:This interactive session highlights the vital role of special educators—including mild/moderate teachers\, mental health providers\, SLPs\, and OT/PTs—as active\, consistent contributors in the PLC process. Participants will explore how these experts elevate each of the PLC guiding questions by bringing specialized insight into instruction\, data\, and student support. Walk away with practical\, ready-to-use ideas for integrating special educators more intentionally into PLCs to strengthen collaboration and outcomes for all students.
CATEGORIES:ALL PLC QUESTIONS
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:db738e4b364a35fee7315699032f0f42
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/db738e4b364a35fee7315699032f0f42
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260728T193000Z
DTEND:20260728T210000Z
SUMMARY:Proficiency Scales 101: What They Are\, Where to Find Them\, and How to Use Them
DESCRIPTION:Explore how proficiency scales connect to our standards and the PLC process. Access resources to support student goal setting.
CATEGORIES:ALL PLC QUESTIONS
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:63517d3118e128480a0793d54e4223df
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/63517d3118e128480a0793d54e4223df
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260728T193000Z
DTEND:20260728T210000Z
SUMMARY:Best Practices: Building Capacity of Teacher Leaders to Facilitate PLCs
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to equip teacher leaders with the tools they need to facilitate high-impact PLCs and drive school-wide success. If you are a teacher leader\, come and discovery strategies for building your leadershp toolbox.
CATEGORIES:CLIMATE & CULTURE
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:0637ff12211ecfdb93364fd7a9340378
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/0637ff12211ecfdb93364fd7a9340378
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260728T193000Z
DTEND:20260728T210000Z
SUMMARY:Building Culture with Difficult Teams
DESCRIPTION:Building Culture with Difficult Teams
CATEGORIES:CLIMATE & CULTURE
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:1659281bce2ab9b016a0e55edff9027f
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/1659281bce2ab9b016a0e55edff9027f
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260728T193000Z
DTEND:20260728T210000Z
SUMMARY:Leading Boldly: Strengthening Campus Systems for High-Quality Math Instruction
DESCRIPTION:In this session\, school leaders will use a tree analogy to explore the six essential elements of an effective mathematics program and how they work together as a cohesive system. Participants will assess the current state of math instruction at their school\, identify strengths and gaps\, and determine priority areas for growth. Leaders will leave with clear\, actionable next steps to align their practices and professional learning with a long-term vision for high-quality math instruction.
CATEGORIES:CLIMATE & CULTURE
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:e25130a3f421cdecf958498f685ed194
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/e25130a3f421cdecf958498f685ed194
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260728T193000Z
DTEND:20260728T210000Z
SUMMARY:Singletons: Practical Solutions to Support All PLCs
DESCRIPTION:Maximize the impact of Professional Learning Communities by addressing the unique challenges of singletons—those educators who navigate their content or grade-level silos alone. This session shifts the focus from traditional\, content-dependent PLCs to innovative configurations that foster collective teacher efficacy. We will explore practical structures for constructing meaningful collaboratives\, featuring a deep dive into the Critical Friend Protocol—a structured approach that transforms peer feedback into a high-leverage catalyst for instructional growth. Participants will analyze diverse PLC configurations\, engage in protocol simulations\, and develop a strategic support plan to ensure every teacher\, regardless of their role\, belongs to a high-functioning team. By mastering these solutions\, school leaders will ensure the PLC process is inclusive\, rigorous\, and results-oriented for every member of their staff.
CATEGORIES:CLIMATE & CULTURE
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:7cd30fd4830e416abb02ee06c1c96ab1
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/7cd30fd4830e416abb02ee06c1c96ab1
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260728T193000Z
DTEND:20260728T210000Z
SUMMARY:Weston Kieschnick Breakout Session
DESCRIPTION:Weston Kieschnick Breakout Session
CATEGORIES:KEYNOTE BREAKOUT
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:e7af5632885045aa9058481ad6e9433c
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/e7af5632885045aa9058481ad6e9433c
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260728T193000Z
DTEND:20260728T210000Z
SUMMARY:Scaling Writing Success: Using thinkSRSD Goal Setting Menus and Scoring Guidelines as Proficiency Scales
DESCRIPTION:This session is designed for leaders and coaches guiding Proficiency Scale work within their schools. Participants will strengthen their ability to lead calibration conversations\, ensure consistent use of proficiency scales in writing\, and support teams in using data to inform instruction. Through collaborative analysis of student writing\, leaders will build shared expectations\, improve scoring reliability\, and identify high-leverage next steps for instruction aligned to writing.
CATEGORIES:PLC QUESTION 1
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:937b36bee89241bef02d89b5b78869e3
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/937b36bee89241bef02d89b5b78869e3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260728T193000Z
DTEND:20260728T210000Z
SUMMARY:Highly Effective Systems of Support: Response to Intervention and PLC
DESCRIPTION:True intervention addresses the whole child. Based on the RTI at Work™ inverted pyramid model\, this session equips leaders to bridge academic needs and behavioral challenges into a cohesive system of support.&nbsp\;
CATEGORIES:PLC QUESTION 3
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:4568e14c345d5e4e8f4c6053782a55c2
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/4568e14c345d5e4e8f4c6053782a55c2
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260728T193000Z
DTEND:20260728T210000Z
SUMMARY:A New Approach to Coaching\, Teaching\, and Learning
DESCRIPTION:A New Approach to Coaching\, Teaching\, and Learning
CATEGORIES:SPECIAL TOPIC
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:4e52eaa686d7283e011e6d7620323716
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/4e52eaa686d7283e011e6d7620323716
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260728T193000Z
DTEND:20260728T210000Z
SUMMARY:Attendance Unlocked: Keys to Engagement and a Resilient School Year
DESCRIPTION:When a student is struggling with chronic absenteeism or other complex challenges\, no one has to stand on the front lines alone. Join the Student Assistance Department and Health\, Wellness and Prevention and our Attendance Specialist for a collaborative session that provides a clear\, actionable roadmap for student success. This session will introduce you to your essential school district resource partners\, including Re-Engagement Specialist for Chronic Absenteeism\, Re-Engagement Specialists for Dropout Intervention\, our Court Liaison\, and our Attendance Specialist\, who will also outline our critical community and court partners. We will outline the protocols and processes for promoting positive student attendance\, student re-engagement and dropout prevention at all levels.
CATEGORIES:SPECIAL TOPIC
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:0c6171a6413c69732b9b6d8fedc23fbc
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/0c6171a6413c69732b9b6d8fedc23fbc
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260729T133000Z
DTEND:20260729T141500Z
SUMMARY:Principal Mentor/Mentee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Principal Mentor/Mentee Meeting
CATEGORIES:SPECIAL TOPIC
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:a902e348fbbc9b0dfebc2b5a0b02ebfa
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/a902e348fbbc9b0dfebc2b5a0b02ebfa
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260729T134500Z
DTEND:20260729T141500Z
SUMMARY:Breakfast and Networking
DESCRIPTION:Breakfast and Networking
CATEGORIES:BREAKFAST
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:e7f7019695b9779120ff9ce1d60d9d7c
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/e7f7019695b9779120ff9ce1d60d9d7c
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260729T141500Z
DTEND:20260729T144500Z
SUMMARY:PLC Time Expectations
DESCRIPTION:PLC Time Expectations
CATEGORIES:KEYNOTE
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:7c12676f7b713fd29d5ec80b3df85cc1
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/7c12676f7b713fd29d5ec80b3df85cc1
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260729T144500Z
DTEND:20260729T153000Z
SUMMARY:Elementary Unconference Time (Castle Rock and Parker)
DESCRIPTION:Castle Rock and Parker Elementary Unconference Time
CATEGORIES:UNCONFERENCE
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:c29041dd3c560441a97dc970c24b9c45
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/c29041dd3c560441a97dc970c24b9c45
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260729T144500Z
DTEND:20260729T153000Z
SUMMARY:Elementary Unconference Time (Highlands Ranch)
DESCRIPTION:Highlands Ranch Elementary Unconference Time
CATEGORIES:UNCONFERENCE
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:b91d9eea6b753caa225684cec36ab723
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/b91d9eea6b753caa225684cec36ab723
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260729T144500Z
DTEND:20260729T153000Z
SUMMARY:High School Unconference Time
DESCRIPTION:High School Unconference Time
CATEGORIES:UNCONFERENCE
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:ce91e26a680f1cdf81efc8aee265fb7c
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/ce91e26a680f1cdf81efc8aee265fb7c
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260729T144500Z
DTEND:20260729T153000Z
SUMMARY:Middle School Unconference Time
DESCRIPTION:Middle School Unconference Time
CATEGORIES:UNCONFERENCE
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:35d1739f1b1b19e89379ad08f87f42f1
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/35d1739f1b1b19e89379ad08f87f42f1
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260729T154500Z
DTEND:20260729T164500Z
SUMMARY:Using the Proficiency Scales in All PLC Questions
DESCRIPTION:This session will serve as an introduction to proficiency scales. Participants will explore proficiency scale documents and understand the learning progression and success critieria . Participants will engage in multiple activites that provide a look at multiple entry points for using proficiency scales. Participants will assess their own level of readiness and create an action plan for incorporating into PLC work.
CATEGORIES:ALL PLC QUESTIONS
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:64e00a986e03800b189ea9ca3378379f
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/64e00a986e03800b189ea9ca3378379f
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260729T154500Z
DTEND:20260729T164500Z
SUMMARY:From Policy to Practice: How to Set Your Staff Up for Success with Professional Boundaries
DESCRIPTION:Creating a safe\, supportive\, and professional school environment starts with clear expectations. In this session\, building leaders will explore how to move beyond simply knowing professional boundaries policies to actually bringing them to life in meaningful and practical ways. We will focus on how you\, as a leader\, can set the tone\, model expectations\, and proactively support your staff in understanding and maintaining appropriate boundaries with students and colleagues. Participants can expect real-world scenarios\, guided discussion\, and practical strategies that can be used right away in their buildings. We will walk through common gray areas that school staff often face and talk through how to respond with clarity and confidence. You will also gain tools for coaching staff\, addressing concerns early\, and protecting both employees and students through consistent practices.
CATEGORIES:CLIMATE & CULTURE
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:ba1e488e5521008749217ff5418f950a
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/ba1e488e5521008749217ff5418f950a
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260729T154500Z
DTEND:20260729T164500Z
SUMMARY:No Hands Raised: Strategies to Increase Student Engagement & Deeper Thinking
DESCRIPTION:How do we ensure every student is thinking and engaging in rigorous learning rather than just a few volunteers? In this session\, participants will explore research-based strategies inspired by Anita Archer to increase active participation across classrooms. Leaders will learn how to recognize and support structured response techniques (verbal\, written\, and action) that strengthen thinking and raise rigor\, and will leave equipped to support consistent\, schoolwide implementation.
CATEGORIES:CLIMATE & CULTURE
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:0604495b97ad9a40a620d4ad35fbf038
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/0604495b97ad9a40a620d4ad35fbf038
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260729T154500Z
DTEND:20260729T164500Z
SUMMARY:Explore BEFORE Explain: Reshaping Instruction in the Age of Inquiry
DESCRIPTION:Empower teachers to reshape the instructional landscape by shifting from traditional information delivery to a discovery-first model that prioritizes student sense-making. This session explores the Explore before Explain pedagogy—a transformative framework that positions student inquiry as the primary catalyst for deep comprehension. Grounded in the 5E Instructional Model\, we will examine how intentionally delaying formal explanation in Science and Social Studies fosters the curiosity and cognitive endurance necessary for academic mastery across all grade levels. Participants will learn to identify the markers of high-impact inquiry\, moving beyond "activity-based" learning toward a rigorous culture of investigation. By mastering this shift\, school leaders will gain the strategic foresight to move their teams from mere coverage of content to a focus on the engine of achievement: student-led discovery.
CATEGORIES:PLC QUESTION 1
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:0c323ac9dd957c1c3693161be263bf52
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/0c323ac9dd957c1c3693161be263bf52
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260729T154500Z
DTEND:20260729T164500Z
SUMMARY:Integrating Gemini and NotebookLM in Secondary Instruction
DESCRIPTION:Integrating Gemini and NotebookLM in Secondary Instruction
CATEGORIES:PLC QUESTION 1
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:9cc6ebbf13584d8d0cb157079aeee5da
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/9cc6ebbf13584d8d0cb157079aeee5da
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260729T154500Z
DTEND:20260729T164500Z
SUMMARY:The Leader's Role in Wayfinder
DESCRIPTION:This training is designed to move beyond "checking a box" for Social-Emotional Wellness (SEW). We focus on transforming school administrators into visionaries who can weave Wayfinder’s purpose-driven framework into the very fabric of their school’s identity. Leaders will learn how to cultivate belonging\, build capacity for social\, emotional wellness\, align to mindsets and behaviors and create sustained engagement within their schools. They will also be offered a tour of Waypoints\, the assessment suite\, to glean strategies for data collection and analysis in future ready skills. By the end of this training\, administrators will have new insights to foster an environment where every student feels seen\, known\, and purposeful.
CATEGORIES:PLC QUESTION 1
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:dda3829d9ca2d5eb8c67132385aeb69f
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/dda3829d9ca2d5eb8c67132385aeb69f
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260729T154500Z
DTEND:20260729T164500Z
SUMMARY:State-Level Data Review and School Improvement
DESCRIPTION:In this session\, school leaders will explore state-level data visualizations\, analyze trends\, and begin strategizing their school improvement plans based on key insights and performance metrics.
CATEGORIES:PLC QUESTION 2
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:f2ea979c34d1fe9199fa33fe9a8fb108
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/f2ea979c34d1fe9199fa33fe9a8fb108
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260729T154500Z
DTEND:20260729T164500Z
SUMMARY:Spotlight on Secondary: Building Structured Literacy Support for Striving Adolescent Readers
DESCRIPTION:Discover how several DCSD schools are addressing adolescent literacy gaps through a pioneering model of credit-bearing structured literacy classes for middle and high school students. This session outlines the program’s development\, teacher training\, student placement\, program implementation\, and student growth outcomes. Leaders will leave with a clear framework to design and launch similar initiatives in their own schools\, empowering striving readers with the literacy skills they need to succeed.
CATEGORIES:PLC QUESTION 3
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:ebd4da1b59eac7c4ec6a152a118d3ab4
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/ebd4da1b59eac7c4ec6a152a118d3ab4
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260729T154500Z
DTEND:20260729T164500Z
SUMMARY:Secondary Classroom Structures in Tier 1 to Support Intervention & Extension
DESCRIPTION:This session focuses on how leaders can guide staff in using Tier 1 classroom structures to support both intervention and extension within core instruction. Participants will identify high-leverage structures\, consider what they look like in secondary classrooms\, and develop a plan to support consistent implementation across teams. The goal is to strengthen core instruction so more students’ needs are met without relying on separate interventions.
CATEGORIES:PLC QUESTION 4
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:6b3eb3339cfa4f64b51207da87f9394e
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/6b3eb3339cfa4f64b51207da87f9394e
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260729T170000Z
DTEND:20260729T180000Z
SUMMARY:Using Proficiency Scales to Engage Students in Learning
DESCRIPTION:In this session\, we will explore how to use proficiency scales (success critieria) with students for goal setting and feedback and the difference between learning targets vs. student success criteria.
CATEGORIES:ALL PLC QUESTIONS
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:9228d5ba35e0f51f483894e36fb35755
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/9228d5ba35e0f51f483894e36fb35755
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260729T170000Z
DTEND:20260729T180000Z
SUMMARY:State-Level Data Review and School Improvement
DESCRIPTION:In this session\, school leaders will explore state-level data visualizations\, analyze trends\, and begin strategizing their school improvement plans based on key insights and performance metrics.
CATEGORIES:PLC QUESTION 2
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:ac2f71cb348ecf048fde1ac5ee3bf109
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/ac2f71cb348ecf048fde1ac5ee3bf109
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260729T170000Z
DTEND:20260729T180000Z
SUMMARY:Using Data Protocols to Analyze the Efficacy of Assessment Tools
DESCRIPTION:In this hands-on session\, you’ll explore how data protocols be used to determine the efficacy of assessment tools. We will use scenarios and case studies to build skills that support professional learning teams as they use proficiency scales and design/select items for common formative assessments.
CATEGORIES:PLC QUESTION 2
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:084790815fef31c1ccac10ac6675b6f1
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/084790815fef31c1ccac10ac6675b6f1
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260729T170000Z
DTEND:20260729T180000Z
SUMMARY:Differentiated Tier 1 Foundational Skills Instruction to Accelerate Learning: To Grade-Level Island and Beyond!
DESCRIPTION:Ensure every student reaches—and exceeds—grade-level expectations in foundational skills through a strategic\, differentiated Tier 1 model. In this session\, elementary leaders will gain a clear vision and practical roadmap for accelerating growth\, including how to support below-grade-level students in making more than a year’s progress through "double dipping". Participants will explore the “why\,” “what\,” and “how” of effective Tier 1 differentiation\, including key instructional components\, structures\, and assessment practices that drive results. Leaders will also learn how to leverage staffing\, time\, and schedules in innovative ways to maximize impact. Walk away with concrete strategies and an actionable plan to implement a cohesive\, schoolwide model that ensures strong instruction and measurable gains for every student.
CATEGORIES:PLC QUESTION 4
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:08437808f1747d4591cbc2626bfc8265
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/08437808f1747d4591cbc2626bfc8265
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260729T170000Z
DTEND:20260729T180000Z
SUMMARY:Beyond the Prompt: Building Your AI Fluency
DESCRIPTION:Unlock the power of AI by shifting from a "tool-user" to a fluency-first mindset. This session reframes artificial intelligence as a vital disciplinary literacy\, bridging the gap between historical theory and real-world application. We will trace the evolution of AI—from the logic of Statistical Language Models to the architecture of modern LLMs—demystifying how "tokens" become intelligence. Participants will sharpen high-leverage technical skills while cultivating the critical dispositions of ethical oversight and bias awareness. By integrating these core competencies\, school leaders will transition from passive users to fluent navigators\, ready to lead human-centered\, AI-enhanced environments with strategic foresight and grounded confidence.
CATEGORIES:SPECIAL TOPIC
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:1e21aae1b4ce2a7441dc3c896fd9e6a2
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/1e21aae1b4ce2a7441dc3c896fd9e6a2
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260729T170000Z
DTEND:20260729T180000Z
SUMMARY:Coaching Actions in Practice: Coaching for Rigor in Math
DESCRIPTION:In this session\, instructional coaches and leaders will explore key look-fors that signal strong mathematics instruction aligned to standards. Participants will examine coaching moves that help translate instructional planning into meaningful classroom practice\, with a focus on supporting standards-aligned instruction\, student discourse\, and conceptual understanding. Through collaborative discussion and applied examples\, participants will strengthen their ability to provide targeted\, actionable feedback that moves instruction forward.
CATEGORIES:SPECIAL TOPIC
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:044bc5a2c800e173ed62e5a3aabbcb5f
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/044bc5a2c800e173ed62e5a3aabbcb5f
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260729T170000Z
DTEND:20260729T180000Z
SUMMARY:Deep Dive into Gemini and NotebookLM for Educators
DESCRIPTION:Refine your skills with Google's powerful AI tools: Gemini and NotebookLM. Learn about new features in these constantly evolving tools and explore advanced workflows designed to streamline planning\, enhance communication\, and synthesize complex information.
CATEGORIES:SPECIAL TOPIC
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:518762070c7ffa39aa09c93210d8b330
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/518762070c7ffa39aa09c93210d8b330
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260729T170000Z
DTEND:20260729T180000Z
SUMMARY:The PSR Playbook: What Leaders Need for CTE\, CE\, and WBL for 26–27
DESCRIPTION:Kick off the 2026–27 school year with the latest updates and essential information for Postsecondary Readiness leaders. This session will provide timely guidance on current policies\, processes\, and best practices related to Career & Technical Education\, Concurrent Enrollment\, Extended Year Programming and Work-Based Learning. Leaders will gain clarity on key expectations\, reporting updates\, compliance requirements\, and program priorities while collaborating with colleagues to strengthen pathway implementation and student opportunities across DCSD. Leaders will also engage in conversations around CTE pathway realignment and refinement to ensure programs remain responsive to student interests\, industry needs\, and postsecondary opportunities. Participants will leave prepared to lead with confidence and support high-quality postsecondary readiness experiences for all students.
CATEGORIES:SPECIAL TOPIC
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:a4f4dd6348b10677cfeadb9aac45baba
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/a4f4dd6348b10677cfeadb9aac45baba
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T114339Z
DTSTART:20260729T190000Z
DTEND:20260729T200000Z
SUMMARY:Kindergarten Readiness Contact Training
DESCRIPTION:Kindergarten Readiness Contact Training for the 26-27 school year
CATEGORIES:SPECIAL TOPIC
LOCATION:
SEQUENCE:0
UID:a0bb4e4273ea1778d8ac32903f3f3c2f
URL:http://dcsdsummersummit2026.sched.com/event/a0bb4e4273ea1778d8ac32903f3f3c2f
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR