SYMPOSIUM PROGRAM
8:30-9:40
WELCOME – Innovation Room
DR. TERRY BARRY - Interim Dean of the College of Education, East Stroudsburg University
DR. MARCIA WELSH - President of East Stroudsburg University
DR. BERNARD BADIALI, PhD - Pennsylvania State University, Associate Professor of Education,
Program Coordinator: Curriculum and Supervision bxb8@psu.edu
The Evolution of Professional Development Schools: Models for our Commonwealth and the Nation.
The professional development school movement embodies years of learning through experience
and careful study. Many of the successes at East Stroudsburg University can be found in other
exemplary partnerships across the country. Outstanding PDS’s are marked by a common bond:
knowledgeable, competent, and caring professionals committed to preparing extraordinary
teachers who will see to the welfare of the children they serve.
9:45-10:30
INNNOVATION INSPIRATIONS – Concurrent Sessions (See below)
9:45-12:00
WE MAKE A DIFFERENCE SHOWCASE – The Innovation Room
Professional Development School partners, ESU PDS Departments, ESU Alumni showcase ways
in which they Make a Difference in the lives of students and teachers everyday.
10:00-11:30 ESU PDS ROUNTABLE ~ By Invitation
Innovation in K-16 and PDS Partnerships with Dr. Joanne Cashman
12:15-1:00
LUNCH
1:00 – 2:30 LEADING BY CONVENING – Innovation Room
DR. JOANNE CASHMAN ~ National IDEA Project Director, Leading by Convening Facilitator
joanne.cashman@nasdse.org
Setting a Future for ESU PDS: Collaborative conversations to set a New PDS Path for Student
Success, Innovation, Curriculum Development, and Professional Growth at every level of our
partnership.
2:30-3:00
STUDENTS FIRST: INNOVATE ESU PDS
Next Steps and Innovation Mini-Grants
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“Some believe that PDSs are potentially the most powerful innovation in teacher education.
As hybrid institutions formed by university and school partners, they can bridge the gap
between the sectors, and between theory and practice. They can facilitate renewal in
both school and university as a result of knowledge shared in the partnership.
Most important they can enhance both teacher and student learning.”
Marsha Levine, Forward, The Professional Development Schools Handbook by Lee Teitel
INNNOVATION INSPIRATIONS – Concurrent Sessions
9:45-12:00
We Make A Difference Showcase: Innovation Room
Professional Development School partners, ESU PDS Departments, ESU Alumni showcase ways in
which they Make a Difference in the lives of students and teachers everyday. Historians Dr. Stephanie
Romano, Professor Emeritus, and Dora Tartar, former ESU Professor and PV Reading Supervisor will be
there to collect Your PDS Stories. Find a time to stop by and reconnect to our PDS Past and Future!
9:45-10:30
Sara Heintzelman – ESU Alumni and Lead Teacher, Centennial School of Lehigh University
sch309@lehigh.edu, @saraheintzelman
Igniting Passion in 21st Century Learners
As educators, before we can teach, we must create a culture of learning where students are
engaged, motivated, and inspired. When we encourage innovation and passion in the classroom
environment, we meet the needs of our diverse students and they excel. This session will highlight
classroom and leadership examples of igniting passion in students while integrating technology.
Dr. Linda K. Rogers, ESU Professor Emeritus, Dept. of ECE/ELD parogers13@gmail.com;
Dr. Margot Vagliardo ESU Professor Emeritus, Dept. of ECE/ELD mvagliardo@gmail.com
Making Writing Public
An exploration of how to capture and record teaching and learning in the classroom for yourself
and others. Northeastern PA Writing Project
Dr. Doug Lare – Professor, Professional and Secondary Education dlare@po-box.esu.edu
The Big Dig: Collaboration between Middle Schools, Universities and Professional Archeologists
ESU Secondary Education Social Studies course partnered with the Governor Wolf Historical
Society in Bath PA and local middle schools in the Lehigh Valley. This project based simulation
with ESU teacher candidates culminated in an actual dig facilitated by a volunteer archeologist.
10:40-11:25
Renee Dinnerstein, Early Childhood Literacy Consultant and Blogger reneedinnerstein@aol.com
Investigating Choice Time: Inquiry, Exploration and Play http://investigatingchoicetime.com
Making changes; Working Towards a Curriculum Based on Trust
This presentation will focus on two New York City public schools where early childhood teachers
took steps towards moving from a scripted social studies program to inquiry-based projects and
how these changes impacted on the social environment in the classroom. Children who never
traveled out of their neighborhoods, never had the experience of riding in a car and who never
explored their world through field trips, use of art materials and constructing with blocks were
exposed to an exciting new approach to learning. There will be photographs and videos to bring
the faces and voices of children into the presentation.
James Williams - Principal Kensington Health Sciences Academy (HS) in Philadelphia
james2williams@philasd.org
Leadership and Community Building
Kensington Health Sciences Academy was described by a visitor as the "quiet giant" in the School
District of Philadelphia. The visitor described our school as having one of the best climates of any
school in Philadelphia: a climate where students are not a number, but are known by teachers and
administrators alike. Our climate is characterized by mutual respect and acceptance, and by strong
standards. At KHSA, we feel that educating our students is a community endeavor that requires
dedication and commitment from all parties involved including students, parents, and the
community at large.
Wendy Smith - Training & Consultation Staff, Carbon Lehigh Intermediate Unit 21 smithw@cliu.org
One Size DOESN’T Fit All
When we think of student’s with varying abilities, we wonder how we can meet ALL of their needs
in a general education classroom. Nine instructional strategies along with a word cloud activity,
response cards and a game-based digital response utilizing technology will actively engage ALL
students, including those with complex support needs.
11:30-12:15
Anna Allanbrook – Principal at The Brooklyn New School anna@bns146.org http://www.bns146.org
Malika Willis – 3rd Grade Teacher at The Brooklyn New School malika@bns146.org
Making It Possible
The role of the administrator is often misconstrued to be about accountability and getting rid of
bad teachers. When we turn this concept on its head, we work to support teachers by trusting
them, encouraging them, providing collaboration and professional development, and expecting
everyone to work towards the school wide goal of preparing our youngsters for the road ahead.
In this workshop, Ms. Allanbrook will share how such a vision is possible.
Mark McKenna - actor/teaching artist- mckennamark@verizon.net
William Christine - visual artist/teaching artist - wchristine.art@gmail.com
Jennie Gilrain -4th grade teacher, Freemansburg Elementary, Bethlehem, PA -jgilrain@basdschools.org
Homer to Hip Hop: Teaching Writing through Painting, Performance and Poetry
This is a collaboration between a theater artist, visual artist and 4th grade teacher to transform
learning in the ELS classroom. The team will share strategies they developed to support creativity
and a monstrous hunger for literature among fourth grade students. The project was supported by
the PA Council on the Arts through a 2-year Teacher Artist Partnership grant.
Kristie Intravaia - 1st Grade Teacher at Morey Elementary, Liaison, ESU Alumni kintrav@sburg.org
Creating Classroom Community
Did you ever wonder how a teacher gets the school year started in a way that promotes both
academic success and emotional well-being? This presentation is a snapshot of what those vital
first weeks of school look like in such a classroom. You will be inspired to make connections with
your students to create a classroom community that is warm, nurturing and successful.