Jumpstart Program
The Annual JumpStart Parent Education Conference inspires, connects, and motivates parents as they kick off the school year. The conference features a keynote address, over 60 educational break-out sessions, complimentary lunch, and the opportunity to network with other parents. Break-out sessions include various topics to address the needs of TK-12 students, from learning to read to preparing seniors for college. This event is free for all Classical Academy parents. This year’s conference will be on August 12, 2021.
The Annual JumpStart Parent Education Conference inspires, connects, and motivates parents as they kick off the school year. The conference features a keynote address, over 60 educational break-out sessions, complimentary lunch, and the opportunity to network with other parents. Break-out sessions include various topics to address the needs of TK-12 students, from learning to read to preparing seniors for college. This event is free for all Classical Academy parents. This year’s conference will be on August 12, 2021.
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Grade Room# Breakout Session 2 12:45 PM - 1:45 PM
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Getting to Know Schoology
The Classical Academies use Schoology as our Learning Management System (LMS). Learn to navigate this platform
to access lessons and resources quickly. (Note: This presentation will repeat in Session 3)
Presenters: Gilda Gearhart
Social Skills: Bridging the Gap
Learn about special education teams, typical social development, and common social skills strategies used in
school that can be applied at home.
Presenters: Isamar Brisuela, Katie Cameron, Ian Carbonetta, Regina Darling, Lauren Geis, Lora Josic, Johannah
Knieff, Mitzi Larson, Alicia Luschei, Lori Senti, Chloe Woodward, Jasmine Zander
The Art & Science of Motivating Students
A lack of motivation can be frustrating when teaching children, especially in a homeschool environment. Learn how
to make learning relevant for students, understand the root causes of lacking motivation, and equip yourself with
simple tools to create relevancy, increase motivation, and boost achievement.
Presenters: Jen Arend, Shona Broyles, Joanna Cheng
Math Interventions at CAHS
Discover what courses, interventions, and personalized learning options CAHS offers to help students succeed in
math. Meet with representatives from the math and special education departments, including Specialized Academic
Instructors. Ask questions and set your students up for success before the school year begins!
Presenters: Connie Cragel (LePere), Sarah Mills, Cody Warwick
How To Be A Successful Homeschool Mathematics Teacher!
Learn the five steps to becoming the math teacher you wish you had! Explore the standards, assessments, instruction
plans, and content.
Presenters: Nicole Beutz, Jenneffer Dozier
Parental Control - How to Minimize Online Distractions During Your Homeschool Day
Learn tips and tricks to minimize distractions for your online student.
Presenter: Shanna Grimes
Making Institute for Excellence in Writing Work for You
Review the Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) program and experience hands-on practice with the material.
View the curriculum from the teacher and student perspectives. (Note: This presentation will repeat in Session 3)
Presenters: Heather Corcoran, Rebecca Cosley, Amy Tingleff
Logic of English Essentials
Discover what you need to know to be prepared to teach Logic of English: Essentials for English Language Arts in
3rd grade. This session will provide an overview of the curriculum, provide ideas for navigating the components,
and suggest tips for success.
Presenters: Alisa Koser, Christy Riley, Maryanna Wright
Homeschool Made Easy
Get expert homeschooling advice from working parents and teachers. Learn how to understand the curriculum,
teach to the objectives, set up a schedule, and stay focused on priorities.
Presenters: Chantell Adams, Jacque Alvarado, Megan Przybyłowski
Five Essentials of Reading
How to leverage the "5 essential skills" to teach reading or intervene for a struggling reader.
Presenters: Jessica Hackenson, Janelle Rethwisch, Samantha Early
If I Could Turn Back Time!
A panel of 'seasoned' homeschool moms shares what they wish they would have done differently...if they could turn
back time! Join them as they reflect on what has worked and what hasn't worked in their own homeschool journeys.
(This is a repeat presentation from Session 1.)
Presenters: Sara deNeve, Kara Howard, Sage Jennings, Wendy Moen
Books and Clutter and Samples, Oh My!
Become conference-ready after exploring multiple systems of organization used by veteran homeschoolers. Learn
how to identify and create teacher-ready work samples and how to efficiently store unit work to share with your ES or
teacher at conferences.
Presenters: Rebecca Dawson, Jennifer Siemer
Into Math: A Closer Look
Into Math is the new mathematics curriculum for Classical Academies students. Into Math will be used by all students
in grades K-4 and select pilot students in grades 5-8. During the 2022-2023, school year Into Math will be used by all
students in grades K-8. If you have no prior experience with Into Math, please attend the “Into Math: An
Introduction” session before attending this session. (Note: This presentation will repeat in Session 3)
Presenter: Andrew Shields
Into Math: A Sample Lesson
Into Math is the new mathematics curriculum for Classical Academies students. This session is designed for parents
who are brand new to Into Math (who did not have a student in the 2020-2021 pilot program and did not attend
parent workshops in May 2021). We look forward to helping you prepare for this exciting transition to a modern and
proven mathematics curriculum (Note: This presentation will repeat in Session 3)
Presenters: Jen Klein, Laura Morford
Summit 101 for Coastal Academy High: What You Need to Know
Review all things Summit, including how to read and understand the program and how it relates to Schoology.
Presenters: Kelle Eberspacher, Stephanie Flood, McCabe Mesa, Theresa Spears, Alexandra Winkler
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