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Arkansas Reading Association State Officers 2016-17

Table of Contents Conference Committee Chairs 2

Dorothy Pollett President

Event Coordinator’s Message 2

Kaila Murphy Vice President

ARA Past Presidents 3

Melisa Rutherford Past President Krista Underwood Director of Membership Jeanne Trawick ILA State Coordinator Tara Derby Secretary Trudy Jackson Technology Coordinator Tammy Gillmore Conference Publicity Deborah McMillan Treasurer Kacy Barden Parliamentarian Leeann Howard Historian Rebekah Howard Student Liaison (UCA) Kathy Mascuilli Dept. of Education Liaison Julie Reardon Event Coordinator

President’s Message 3 ILA Past State Coordinators 4 ILA State Coordinator’s Message 4 General Information 5 State Committee Chairs 6 Council Map 6 What is the Arkansas Reading Association 6 Local Reading Council Presidents 7 Local Council Honorees 7 Honors and Awards 8 Literacy Grants 8 Featured Speakers 9-12 Conference Schedule 13 Conference at a Glance 14-15 Thursday Sessions 16-31 General Session 20 Ticketed Lunches 21 Arkansas Authors’ Panel 23 ALTE 24-25 Children’s Book Awards 30-31

Friday Sessions 32-40 Choose Your Keynote 34 Ticketed Luncheon 40

Exhibitors and Thank Yous 41 2017 Save the Date 42 Maps 43 Index 44

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ARA Conference Chair’s Message

“‘Ah, jeez...She really is a cheerleader.’ And it seemed suddenly that this was true-not because she was an airhead or a hottie or a nonjock, but because she could throw herself so wholeheartedly into someone else’s cause, because she could care so much and try so hard from the sidelines.”

- Margaret Peterson Haddix, Found

This quote from Haddix’s book reminds me of how we, as literacy educators, throw ourselves into spreading literacy to the lives of children...wholeheartedly. This annual ARA Literacy Conference is one of the best times we, as teachers, can come together to build strong foundations by allowing the amazing speakers and professional opportunities to be the cornerstone for our educational advancement.

The Arkansas Reading Association, an affiliate of the International Literacy Association, is a professional organization of individuals, institutions, and councils dedicated to promoting reading and developing literacy. There are many advantages of joining ARA, but, without question, the best and most important benefit of membership in ARA and affiliation with the International Literacy Association is the many warm and lasting friendships that can only be forged through years of shared experiences and challenges and through an ongoing and continual exchange of ideas, new and proven, by those that are like-minded in moving the profession forward.

It is these very opportunities that rise from the strong foundations which have been created through 44 years of education, leadership, professional camaraderie, and friendship that are sure to cause us to “care so much and try so hard from the sidelines” to spread literacy for all.

With these thoughts in mind, may I invite you to become involved in this conference...spend time with our speakers, walk through the Exhibit Hall, take home many great ideas. May this conference become a true cornerstone of your learning about literacy.

Julie Reardon Conference Event Coordinator

Welcome!

2016 CONFERENCE COMMITTEE CHAIRS Event Coordinator Julie Reardon Program and Registration Susan Peterson Conference Support Kay Calvert Exhibits Caroline Schenk AV/Signs Leeann Howard Program Support Krista Underwood Conference Publicity Tammy Gillmore

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ARA PAST PRESIDENTS 2015-2016 -- Melisa Rutherford 2014-2015 – Caroline Schenk 2013-2014 – Kay Calvert 2012-2013 – Debbie Hardwick-Smith 2011-2012 – Paula Findley 2010-2011 – Linda Eilers 2009-2010 – Julie Reardon 2008-2009 – Tina Montgomery 2007-2008 – Glenda Nugent 2006-2007 – Jerrielynn Mapp 2005-2006 – Wendy Ellis 2004-2005 – Janis Gibson 2003-2004 – Jerrielynn Mapp 2002-2003 – Trudy Jackson 2001-2002 – Carolyn Schumacher 2000-2001 – Martha Shirrell 1999-2000 – Pam East 1998-1999 – Jeanne Trawick 1997-1998 – Billie Ann Dishongh 1996-1997 – Krista Underwood 1995-1996 – Martha Simpson 1994-1995 – Mary Mosley 1993-1994 – Tanna Clark 1992-1993 – Cathy French 1991-1992 – Susan Peterson 1990-1991 – Alice Stovall 1989-1990 – Bettye Wright 1988-1989 – Martha Couch 1987-1988 – Jo Flanigan 1986-1987 – Kathy Shirron 1985-1986 – Barbara Blalack 1984-1985 – Jannine Riggs 1983-1984 – Bobbie Hodge 1982-1983 – Sarah Womble 1981-1982 – Marlene Reed 1980-1981 – Anna Heatherly 1979-1980 – Pat Yick 1978-1979 – Brownie Kimbrough 1977-1978 – Dorothy McKinnon 1976-1977 – Betty Morgans 1975-1976 – Margaret Pope Hartley 1974-1975 – Sybil Hill 1973-1974 – June Smith 1972-1973 – J. Kendall Hoggard

ARA President’s Message What an honor it is to serve as the Arkansas Reading Association President this year! Literacy has always been a passion of mine. As a young child, I grew up loving to read. I would read hundreds of books, never knowing that the foundation I was building in myself would one day be a foundation for a career. I firmly believe that literacy is the foundation for any person in any type of profession. To have a firm foundation, a cornerstone on which to hinge the entire foundation is necessary. ARA is that cornerstone for literacy in Arkansas.

The Arkansas Reading Association is an affiliate of the International Literacy Association. We have local councils across the state that make a difference in their communities through their service projects promoting literacy. Getting literature into the hands of students across the state and developing literacy skills are primary goals of ARA. However, ARA is also an organization that offers development opportunities to educators who strive to build more literate students, which in turn builds a more literate state, nation, and world. ARA is a voice for children and for educators in our state government. Working closely with the Arkansas Department of Education, ARA offers the most current information and teaching strategies to professionals and parents across our state.

For those interested in learning leadership skills, ARA is always eager to work with developing leaders. During our summer Council Leadership Institute, new leaders are built up and added to the base of our organization, thus strengthening our foundation. At the fall Literacy Conference, we have numerous inspiring speakers who share their knowledge and their love of literacy so that you can return to your classroom to share that passion with others.

I hope that this year’s conference is everything you anticipated. It has been in the planning for over a year. Many hours of work, late night phone calls, and committee planning meetings have gone into making this conference happen. We have a phenomenal lineup of speakers, many motivating sessions, and wonderful opportunities to catch up with old friends and meet some new ones.

This year’s conference has something for all age levels and interests. I’m sure there is something for you. Have a great conference!

Dorothy Pollett ARA President

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Are you searching for a local council in your area? ~ Please check at the ARA Membership Booth #47 or contact Jeanne Trawick (jeanne@arareading.org).

Past State Coordinators

Krista Underwood Tanna Clark Susan Peterson Alice Stovall Sarah Womble Betty Morgans Sara Wilf Vernice Hubbard Lowther Penn

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ILA State Coordinator’s Message Welcome to the 44th Arkansas Reading Association Literacy Conference. We are delighted you are with us. It is because of the ongoing relationship we have had with you that we continue to find joy in planning and providing a world class conference for the educators of Arkansas.

I want to recognize Julie Reardon and her amazing Conference Committee for their excellent planning, which includes a growing alliance with the Arkansas Department of Education. Thank you, ADE! And joining us from our parent organization, International Literacy Association, is ILA President, Dr. William Teale, who will speak to ARA delegates about new legislation and reforms.

Our many session speakers will provide inspiration and techniques to use in your classroom and give you personal stories and literature you will take back and use year after year.

We have some new features this year. Our online event app Bamboo will give attendees real-time content from their personal devices and will enable us to collect data from each session. The Arkansas Authors’ Panel is a new feature, bringing Arkansas authors together to share their work with us. Finally, a Student Symposium will be held Friday morning, so students can benefit from hearing authors in person!

We invite you to join the Arkansas Reading Association and the International Literacy Association if you are not already a member.

We have active councils throughout Arkansas whose members promote literacy through special events and informational meetings. ARA offers scholarships and awards. The International Literacy Association also offers grants and scholarships and school-wide awards for excellence in literacy.

The ILA website is an outstanding research source, as well. ILA is working in collaboration with many other countries and organizations to try to improve literacy instruction and opportunities worldwide. Please visit with Krista Underwood at the ARA membership booth to update your information or to get information about joining.

We want to particularly highlight leaders under thirty who are making a difference in literacy in Arkansas. If you know of things being done to improve literacy and make a positive impact in the lives of students, let us know, please. Also, we’d appreciate your taking time to give us honest feedback on our new app Bamboo so we can continue to plan future events to best meet your needs.

Jeanne Trawick ILA State Coordinator

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General Information Registration – Statehouse Rotunda Wednesday 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Friday 7:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Sessions – Sessions are held in the Statehouse

Convention Center (SCC) and the Marriott Hotel (MH).

Maps of the meeting rooms are located in the back of the program. While every effort is made to match room size to the type of presentation, attendance is not always predictable. Seating is on a first-come basis.

To be in compliance with local fire codes, participants are requested not to move chairs between rooms or to block doorways.

Professional Development Clock Hours

The Arkansas Reading Association is pleased to offer Arkansas educators the opportunity to receive Arkansas Department of Education (ADE) professional development clock hours.

• An ADE confirmation code will be given at the conclusion of each session. It is the responsibility of the attendee to record the confirmation codes on the form.

• Professional Development forms must be stamped prior to leaving the conference in order to be valid. The “ARA Approved” stamps will be available at any time at the On-Site Registration booth and at other key locations at the end of each day.

Parking - 1/2 price daily parking is available at the 6th & Main St. lot ($6 per exit). Be sure to get your parking stub - or other paper item - stamped at the on-site registration booth.

Bamboo – See page 8 for information about how

Exhibits – Exhibits are in Governor’s Hall II. Admission will be restricted to those wearing conference name badges. Exhibit hours are Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Friday 8:00 a.m. - noon

Autographing – Autographing sessions will

take place in the Exhibit Hall. Please refer to the autographing session times in the program and posted in the hall.

Meal Functions – All scheduled meal functions and the Arkansas Children’s Book Awards Celebration require a ticket. Tickets to special functions were offered in advance with conference registration.

Evaluations – Conference evaluations will be

sent electronically following the conference.

We appreciate your feedback and constructive comments. Individual session evaluations may be completed using Bamboo. Your input will help with the planning of future conferences.

Memberships

– For information about International Literacy Association (ILA) or Arkansas Reading Association (ARA) membership, please visit the ARA membership booth. Address and/or name changes may be corrected there.

Lost and Found – Lost and Found is located at the on-site registration booth in the Statehouse Rotunda.

First Aid – A first aid kit is available in Quapaw located in the Statehouse Rotunda.

Social Media – Spread the news of the conference activities by using the hashtag #aracon2016.

to access conference sessions and other information digitally via the NEW! online app.

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2016-2017 State Committee Chairs Community Projects Judith Krile

ARA Local Councils

Exemplary Reading Program Kay Calvert Intellectual Freedom Courtney Young International Projects Krystal Hooten Legislative Kelly Hogan Literacy Rochelle Dalton Media Outlets in Education Wendy Burfeind Nominations Melisa Rutherford Parents and Reading Tonya Hill Editor, The Reader JimBob Turner Publicity Susan Bitely Student Membership Susan Grogan School-Based Literacy Grant Vicki King AR Children’s Book Award Appointments Ronda Hughes - Arkansas Diamond Reading Committee Margie Nanak - Charlie May Simon Reading Committee 6

WHAT IS THE ARKANSAS READING ASSOCIATION?

The Arkansas Reading Association (ARA) is a non-profit, professional organization whose members promote reading and literacy. There are approximately 1,000 members across Arkansas working to further literacy goals through local councils in communities all over Arkansas.

The Arkansas Reading Association is the state affiliate of the International Literacy Association (ILA).

PURPOSES OF ARA

• To improve the quality of reading instruction at all levels • To provide a local and statewide network of teachers and administrators associated with literacy issues • To support the activities of the local reading councils and provide a concentrated focus about literacy issues • To sponsor conferences and meetings to implement the purposes of the council • To stimulate/promote literacy research • To disseminate knowledge helpful in the solution of problems related to reading • To recognize and honor outstanding educators, authors, journalists, and others for significant contributions to reading and language arts • To further all purposes of the International Literacy Association

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2016 - 2017 Local Council Presidents

Local Council Honorees 2016-17

Arkadelphia Area – Clark County Carrie Sharp

Honorees received complimentary registration to the ARA conference. One lucky honoree will receive $500 toward expenses to attend the 62nd ILA Convention in Orlando, July 15-17, 2017.

Arkansas River Valley – Logan (excluding Paris, Johnson, Pope, Yell Counties)

Sandra Mitchell

Central Arkansas – Pulaski County Jennifer White Crowley’s Ridge – Craighead and Poinsett County Kelly Hogan Grant County – Grant County and surrounding schools Tara Derby Jefferson County – Jefferson County Roxanne Harper North Central Arkansas – Cleburne, Conway, Faulkner, Perry, Van Buren Counties Angie Betancourt Northwest Arkansas – Benton, Washington, Carroll, Madison Counties Donna Owen Ozark – Boone and Marion Counties Lynn Holmes Reading on the Ridge – Greene County, (Paragould/Walnut Ridge Area) Courtney Young SEARK – Bradley, Cleveland, Drew, Desha, Lincoln Counties Patti Smith Three Rivers – Prairie, Lonoke, White, Woodruff Counties Leah Barber Tri-Lakes – Garland County, Magnet Cove and Bismark School Districts

Arkadelphia Area – Amy Bright Arkansas River Valley – Jill Fields Central Arkansas Williams Crowley’s Ridge – Valerie Mason Grant County – Kristen Bowman Jefferson County – Shelley Peyton North Central – Melissa McLendon Northwest – Lisa Stark Ozark – Lynn Holmes Reading on the Ridge – Mala Weaver SEARK – Amy LaFever Three Rivers – Don Money

Ronda Hughes

Tri-Lakes – Laura Reese

Western - Crawford County Tessa Dean

Western – Stephanie Griffith

White River – Independence County Jessica Harber

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ILA HONOR COUNCIL

DIAMOND AWARD

Speakers

(and number of years achieved)

Grant County Reading Council North Central Arkansas Reading Council Northwest Arkansas Reading Council Ozark Reading Council Tri-Lakes Reading Council

Arkansas River Valley Reading Council - 7 Jefferson County Reading Council - 22 SEARK Reading Council - 23 Three Rivers Reading Council - 23 North Central Arkansas Reading Council - 31

Administrator in Reading

Trudy Jackson, Principal Drew Central Elementary, Monticello, AR

Jo Flanigan Scholarship None awarded

Celebrate Literacy Awards

Studies and Research Award None awarded

Educator Dr. Kay Calvert

ILA Exemplary Reading Award for Arkansas

Nominated by Three Rivers

None awarded

Agency Delta Kappa Gamma Society International Nominated by JCRC

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Community Leader Anna Jones Nominated by SEARK

Let Bamboo Be Your Guide to Online Scheduling for the Conference!

With the Bamboo Real Time Event Guide, you can get up-to-the minute conference details including schedules, speakers, authors, and venue maps. You can also “favorite� sessions to build your own custom schedule, plus post and view Tweets during the event.

Engage with the conference on any device at bamboo.events/ara-events

OR

Use the Mobile App & Receive Conference Information on Your Device Via Beacons

Small devices called beacons will be placed throughout the conference area. Each beacon will be sending out information specific to the conference schedule, authors, venue maps, and more. This information will be beamed directly from the beacon to your phone via Bluetooth.

Download the free BeaconSage app to your mobile device to get instant, direct access to conference details, as well as push notifications when beacons are near you, location-based live session updates, and the ability to bookmark a beacon to see the relevant page information anywhere.

FREE BeaconSage App Download

To access the beacons on location, download the free BeaconSage App. Open the app and choose a beacon from the list to get started.

For iOS: bit.ly/aris-ios

For Android: bit.ly/aris-droid

A representative from Aristotle will be on-hand in the Statehouse Rotunda to assist with using Bamboo.

We hope you enjoy your interactive Bamboo real-time event guide.

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Win prizes!

If your tweet wins, you will receive a text!

Keynote Speaker Linda Dorn is a professor of reading education at the University of Arkansas Little Rock, where she is the director of the UALR Center for Literacy.

The Center houses four nationally recognized training models, provides premier professional development to educators, and conducts research in literacy-related areas.

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Dorn, who is the primary developer and lead trainer of the Partnerships in Comprehensive Literacy Model, teaches graduate classes in theory, research, practice, and literacy leadership. Her publications include seven books, book chapters, media publications, journal articles, and teaching materials. She co-authored Apprenticeship in Literacy, 2nd edition, and Interventions that Work: A Comprehensive Intervention Model for Preventing Reading Failure. Her newest book is Changing Minds, Changing Schools: A Comprehensive Literacy Design for School Improvement.

For more information about her publications, please, go to website: www.stenhouse.com/authors/linda-dorn

Administrator in Reading 2016 Award Trudy Jackson, principal at Drew Central Elementary School in Monticello, is

the recipient of this year’s ARA Administrator Award. Trudy is a member of SEARK Reading Council, which nominated her.

In her application it stated that in 2010 Trudy became the Assistant Principal for Drew Central Middle School. She became the principal of Drew Central Elementary in July 2011. Within four years of taking over as principal, through her consistent leadership of pedagogy and practice, Drew Central Elementary was awarded an “A” on the school report card, the only “A” received by a school in Southeast Arkansas.

According to those submitting her application, “Mrs. Jackson is a leader as well as an educator, who finds perfect ways to mold students and teachers to meet their highest potential.

Jackson is presenting a session Thursday at 3:45 entitled Become a Literacy Leader.

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Speakers

Featured Speakers -- All Audiences

Valerie Ellery

Christina Diaz Gonzalez

William McBride

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Ellery has served the field of education as a National Board Certified Teacher, curriculum specialist, mentor, literacy coach, staff developer, and awardwinning international author and consultant. Ellery has published many books, curriculums, and staffdevelopment video series to empower educators to create literacy reform globally. She recently updated her bestselling book Creating Strategic Readers.

In it she describes a comprehensive literacy classroom, detailing appropriate curriculum, assessment, and instruction.

Sullivan is the author and illustrator of Ozzie and the Art Contest (2013) and Kay’s Alphabet Safari (2014) and is the illustrator for the Digger and Daisy early reader series and two sets of Bob Books for Scholastic. He also teaches Intro to Picture Books at the Kirkland Arts Center and Graphic Novel Making at Bellevue College and is the illustratoron-the-fly for school field trips at the Bureau of Fearless Ideas. He resides in Washington and is the Co-Regional Advisor of the Western Washington chapter of Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators.

Gonzalez is an award-winning author of The Red Umbrella, A Thunderous Whisper, and Movie Target. Her books have received numerous honors and recognitions. Return Fire, which was just released this fall, is her newest novel. She is a law school graduate and practiced law for several years. She later realized (with the help of her two sons) that her true passion was not writing legal memoranda but writing books for children, teens, and adults.

Teale is a professor in the Literacy, Language & Culture Program, University Scholar, and Director of the UIC (Chicago) Center for Literacy. He teaches courses on early literacy and children’s/young adult literature at the master’s and doctoral levels. Author of more than 150 publications, Teale is a member of the Reading Hall of Fame, served on the Board of Directors of the International Literacy Association from 2011 to 2014, and now serves as ILA President.

McBride is a nationally known speaker, educator, and author who now trains teachers in instructional methodologies.

He is also a former reading specialist, English teacher, and social studies teacher. He is most well-known for his heartwarming novel about teaching entitled Entertaining an Elephant, which is in its 20th printing. He has also published Carrying a Load of Feathers, Building Literacy in Social Studies, the Reading Toolkits for Social Studies and If They Can Argue Well, They Can Write Well. His latest book is the graphic novel version of Entertaining an Elephant designed to teach positive values about life to secondary students.

An educational consultant, whose specialties include morphology and written expression, and a nationally recognized speaker, Van Cleave promotes strategies that are effective for students of all skill levels and abilities. In 2004 William published Everything You Want to Know & Exactly Where to Find It, an Orton-Gillingham based reference guide that serves tutors and teachers of struggling readers and spellers around the country. In the fall of 2013, he and co-author Caroline Dover published Phrases & Sentences for Reading & Spelling.

He also authored Writing Matters: Developing Sentence Skills in Students of All Ages.

Dana Sullivan

William Teale

William Van Cleave

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Jeff Anderson

Alan Gratz

Rebecca Harper

From southeast Texas, Anderson loves to write and teach writing and understands why kids hate grammar. When he started merging grammar with writer’s craft instruction, a revolution began. His books Mechanically Inclined and Everyday Editing are designed to help teachers and students find joy where grammar meets writing. The book Revision Decisions is built around research-proven sentence combining. He recently wrote his first humorous middle grade novel Zack Delacruz: Me and My Big Mouth.

A classroom teacher certified in secondary English and reading instruction, Pryle has taught at the middle school, high school, and college levels, and several ELL programs. While teaching a full-time 8th grade writing workshop, she began creating her own materials and scaffolding them to ensure a progression of learning. She then wrote and shared these in what became her first book Teaching Students to Write Effective Essays. Since then, she has written three additional books about writing workshop and writing instruction, including 50 Common Core Reading Response Activities.

Gratz’s first novel Samurai Shortstop was named one of the ALA’s 2007 Top Ten Best Books for Young Adults. His second novel Something Rotten was a 2008 ALA Quick Pick for Young Adult Readers and was followed by a sequel Something Wicked in October 2008.

As the first Artist in Residence at the American School in Japan, Alan spent six weeks teaching historical fiction-writing to middle school students in Tokyo, and he was the Thurber House Children’s Writer in Residence in 2011, living and writing in James Thurber’s attic for a month. In addition to writing plays, he has authored magazine articles, a few TV episodes, and thousands of radio commercials.

A graduate of Vassar College, Serravallo began teaching in schools in New York City and began working towards her MA at Teachers College, Columbia University. There, she became a Senior Staff Developer for their Reading and Writing Project, where she worked for eight years helping schools implement exceptional literacy instruction through reading and writing workshops. Her work in Title I schools provided the foundation for books she has authored on the teaching of reading and writing, including The Reading Strategies Book, The Literacy Teacher’s Playbook: Four Steps for Turning Assessment Data into Goal-Directed Instruction, and Independent Reading Assessment.

An assistant professor at Augusta University and educational consultant from Aiken, SC, Harper is a former middle grades writing teacher. She received her Ph.D. in Language and Literacy from the University of South Carolina. Her research interests include content area literacy, student conceptualization of writing, teacher beliefs, and critical literacy. She lives in Aiken, SC with her husband and three children. Harper’s new Content Writing That Rocks and Works is scheduled to be released soon.

Shoulders spent his childhood traveling the world in an Army family (including Fort Chaffee, AR). He taught for 14 years before finishing his 30-year career as an instructional supervisor in Tennessee.

He earned his doctoral degree in 2004.

Shoulders now visits nearly 80 schools across America each year spreading the message that “Reading IS Magic!” His newest book is Crossing the Dead Line, a Civil War novel.

Speakers

Middle/Upper Audiences -- Featured Speakers

Marilyn Pryle

Jennifer Serravallo

Michael Shoulders

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Featured Speakers -- Middle/Upper Audiences Margaret Peterson Haddix has written more than 30 books for kids and teens, including Running Out of Time; Don’t You Dare Read This, Mrs. Dunphrey; Leaving Fishers; Turnabout; Takeoffs and Landings; The Girl with 500 Middle Names; Because of Anya; Escape from Memory; Say What? and more.

Her books have been honored with New York Times bestseller status, the International Reading Association’s Children’s Book Award, American Library Association Best Book and Quick Picks for Reluctant Young Adult Readers notations,and numerous state reader’s choice awards. They have also been translated into more than 20 different languages.

Haddix and her husband Doug now live in Columbus, Ohio.

For more information about her books, visit her website: haddixbooks.com

Margaret Peterson Haddix

Lower/Middle Audiences -- Featured Speakers An Arkansas native, born and raised in Wynne, Arkansas, Hollan knew as a young child he wanted to do something different, and photography became his creative outlet. After working in advertising, fashion, and multiple fields of photography, he and his wife moved to the Emerald Coast of Florida in 2005, where he joined the Artists at Gulf Place.

The Adventures of the Starfish Family was released last summer.

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McConduit lives in New Orleans and writes a column for the Times Picayune newspaper. Her first book D.J. and the Zulu Parade is about her son riding in a Mardi Gras Parade. That book led to two other culturally rich stories about the intrepid boy. Her newest book is titled The Boy Who Wouldn’t Read and is about a stubborn little boy whose wish is granted when a magic sorcerer removes the words from everything. She enjoys working with students during her many school and library visits.

A recipient of 2015-16 Charlie May Simon Honor Award for her book Prisioner 88, Pileggi has also written How to Design a World-Class Engineering College: A History of Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University. She blogs at A Wonder-filled Life, at leahpileggi. blogspot.com. Prisoner 88 has also received the following recognitions: Indies Next List pick, 2013 list of Notable Children’s Books in the Language Arts by the NCTE, the 2014-15 Dorothy Canfield Fisher Book Award (DCF), Master List (State of Vermont), and the 2015-16 Nebraska Golden Sower Award List (in the YA catagory).

Wallach is the real-life creator of The Random Farms Kids’ Theater, a not-forprofit organization started in her parents’ basement when she was a teenager.

Today, the Random Farms Kids can be regularly seen on Broadway and in film and television. Anya also created the theater’s extensive outreach program, with a focus on bullying prevention.

She has been featured in The New York Times, FOX News Channel, Teen Kids News, and was recognized by The Huffington Post for her work as a young social entrepreneur.

Leah Pileggi

Anya Wallach

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ARA’s 2016-2017 Target Membership Group Recognize leaders within your council under the age of 30 for their literacy endeavors in your area.

Under the conference tab, click on 30 Under 30 and complete the form.

Recognize a Literacy

Leader $5.00

Each recipient receives a pin.

More Information at Membership Booth.

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Literacy Conference Wednesday, November 16 5:00 – 8:00 pm Registration

Thursday, November 17

7:00 – 4:00 Registration 7:30 Ticketed Breakfast - Exhibit Hall 8:00 – 4:00 Exhibits 8:30 – 9:30 Session 1 9:45 – 10:45 Session 2 11:00 – 12:15 Keynote Session

SCC - Governor’s Hall IV 12:30 – 1:45 Ticketed Literacy Luncheons OR 12:45 – 1:45 Session 3 1:15 – 2:15 Autographing 2:00 – 3:00 Session 4 2:00 – 3:30 Session 5 2:30 – 3:30 Autographing 3:45 – 4:45 Session 6 4:45 – 6:15 Arkansas Children’s

Book Celebration - MH Salons

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To nominate and celebrate the many ways these leaders encourage others to become literate, go to the ARA website.

Welcome!

Friday, November 18

7:30 - 9:00 ARA Delegates Assembly

(Invitation only) 7:00 – 10:00 Registration 7:30 Ticketed Breakfast - Exhibit Hall 8:00 – 9:00 Session 7 9:00 – 9:45 Exhibit Hall Break Autographing 9:45 - 10:45 - Customized Keynotes

(choice of 4) 11:00 – noon Session 8 12:15 – 1:15 Session 9 1:30 Book & Author Luncheon MH Salons

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Thursday, November 18 - Conference at a Glance SESSION 1 8:30 – 9:30 MH - Arkansas Ballroom: Anya Wallach Performing Arts for All Students: From Basement to Broadway!

MH - Lafayette: Clara Carroll National Board Certification Process Has Been Revised! Learn How to be Board Certified

SESSIONS 4 2:00 – 3:00

MH - Hoffman: Suzanne Rogers Digital Platforms for Reading Differentiation

MH - Manning: Wendy Ellis So Many Picture Books, So Little Time

MH - Salon B: Marilyn Pryle Easy Reading Responses Workshop

MH - LaFayette: Shoudong Feng, Uma Garimella & Carolyn Pinchback Integrating Writing Into Content Areas

MH - Salon A: Jeff Anderson “I’ve Never Written So Much!” How Mentor Texts Inspire and Nurture Writers

MH - Manning: Timothy Watkins Interactive Academic Vocabulary Strategies: Which Strategy Will You Add to Your Toolbox?

MH - Salon B: Alan Gratz Choose Your Own Speech!

SCC - Caraway II: Stephanie Worthey & Angela Betancourt Integrating Content in the Elementary Classroom Through Project Based Learning

MH - Salon A: Dana Sullivan Drawn To Diversity in Children’s Literature MH - Salon B: William Teale Mission Impossible: Becoming Literate Without Literature

Sessions

MH - Salon C: Leah Pileggi - Finding the Story

MH - Salon C: Meghan Ables 2016 Fuel the Need to Read SCC - Caraway I: Carla Killough McClafferty Unpacking the Process: A Sneak Peek into the Writing Process of My Upcoming Book SCC - Caraway II: Kara Stokke A Little Bit of Lit

MH – Lafayette: Denise Taylor Integrating Primary and Secondary Resources into Literacy

SESSIONS 5 2:00 – 3:30

MH - Hoffman: Lisa Bailey & Jessica McIntosh Insanity - The Complex Text Workout MH - Manning: Janet Cumbee Facilitating Student Talk, Thinking, and Interaction SCC - Caraway I: Kim Hamilton & Joey Gall Everyday Technology Integration

SCC - Caraway I - Patricia Murphy Diamond Primary Book Awards 2015 2016

SCC - Caraway III: Kelly Hogan Social Justice and Science Fiction: CrossCurricular Projects for Integrating Social Studies and Science into the Reading Classroom

SCC - Caraway II: Mica Byrum Teach Phonics Patterns in an Engaging Multisensory Way

SCC - Fulton: Vicki King Dyslexia: What Every Educator Needs to Know

SCC - Caraway III: Sarah Caudle & Tracye Smith How to Make Fluency Work in Your Classroom

SCC - Izard: Carol Edwards & Carol Sobba The Co-Taught Classroom - “We Instead of I”

SCC - Pope: Kim Wilson Decoding Art Enriches Writing

SCC - Miller: Jennifer Louden, Brandy Walthall & C.N. Dobbins Using Vocabulary to Close the Reading Achievement Gap

SESSIONS 6 3:45 – 4:45

SCC - Fulton: Laurie Wagner Get Your “Hands-on” These Multisensory Strategies for Struggling Readers!

SCC - Izard: Kelli Gordon & Jason Campbell Finding the Balance in the Age of Technology: Using Technology to Enhance Instruction SCC - Miller: Amy Routt Using Technology as a Tool for Classroom Innovation: PBS Digital Media Teacher Resources SCC - Pope: Anna Warriner & Jo Ann Womak How Makerspaces Can Enhance the English Language Arts Classroom

SESSIONS 2 9:45 – 10:45

MH - Arkansas Ballroom: Denise McConduit Tips for the Reluctant Reader MH - Hoffman: Darcy Pattison Animal Biographies - Fascinating Science

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SCC – Pope: Patricia Daniels Flip Your Classroom Through Mystery Skype

SESSIONS 3

12:45 – 1:45

MH - Manning: Janet Cumbee Best Practices in Reading SCC - Caraway II: Turkey Alzahrani A Systematic Review of Peer Tutoring for Reading Comprehension at the Secondary Level SCC - Caraway III: Linda Williams Linda’s Tip of The Day: Tips and Practical Applications to Enhance Your Life Daily SCC - Izard: Lori Canada Hidden Secrets of Google SCC - Pope: Nicole Loftis & Shannon Riner Using Multi-Sensory Strategies in the K-1 Classroom

SCC - Caraway III: ALTE PANEL SCC - Izard: Vicki King Dyslexia: What Every Educator Needs to Know SCC – Miller: Arkansas Authors’ Panel

MH - Arkansas Ballroom: Valerie Ellery Creating Strategic “Whole Learners” Techniques for Supporting Experiential Literacy Instruction MH - Hoffman: Jasmine Harris The Truth about Vocabulary and Strategies to Save Struggling Readers MH - Manning: Tammy Benson Dyslexia Defeaters: Successful Strategies and Apps MH - Salon C: William Van Cleave Sentence Sense: Developing Sentence Skills in Student Writers SCC - Caraway I: Amy Thompson & Crystal Voegele Year Round Literacy Learning for All: Making an Impact on Student Achievement Through Partnerships SCC - Caraway II: Sandra Strong Foundational Skills: Standards Tell Us What--Research Tells Us How

44th Annual Literacy Conference

Conference at a Glance - Friday, November 18 THURSDAY - Continued...

SCC - Fulton: John Hollan The Story of the Starfish Family SCC - Izard: Julie Wallace & Trish Daniels Sync or Swim

MINI KEYNOTES 9:45 – 10:45 MH-Arkansas Ballroom: William Van Cleave Cognitive Overload! Multiple Demands of the Student Writer

SCC - Pope: Angie Betancourt Growing ALL Students Through Engaging Interventions

SESSIONS 9

12:15 – 1:15

SCC - Miller: Trudy Jackson - Becoming a Leader for Literacy

MH - Salon A: Marilyn Pryle 20 Fun Reading Response Activities Aligned with the Common Core

MH - Arkansas Ballroom: Jennifer Serravallo Writing Strategies to Support Process, Skills, and Qualities of Good Writing

SCC - Pope: Laurie Wagner Unlocking Unfamiliar Words: Morphology for Struggling Adolescent Readers

MH - Salon B: Jennifer Serravallo Reading Strategies for Goal-Directed Independent Reading

MH - Hoffman: Amy Thompson & Maria Cawein NBCT Strong - Let’s Get You Renewed

FRIDAY SESSIONS 7

MH - Salon C: Valerie Ellery Sounds Abound: A “Funemic” Approach to Word Study & Comprehension

MH - LaFayette: Willie Kimmons How Reading Contributes to Increased Literacy

8:00 – 9:00 am

MH - Arkansas Ballroom: Lori Canada Google Sites MH - Hoffman: Susan Perry The Role of Executive Function in Literacy Acquisition

SESSIONS 8 11:00 - noon

MH - Arkansas Ballroom: Anya Wallach Performing Arts for All Students: From Basement to Broadway!

MH - Hoffman: Kim Stilwell A Picture Perfect Approach to Connecting Literacy and Science

MH – Manning: Tammy Benson Dyslexia Defeaters: Successful Strategies and Apps

MH - LaFayette: Willie Kimmons How Reading Contributes to Increased Literacy

MH - Salon A: Dana Sullivan Drawn To Diversity in Children’s Literature

MH - Manning: Stephanie Harper My Students Do Not Like To Read: Engaging Strategies for Increasing Student Engagement in Literacy

MH - Salon B: Bill McBride Using Simple Debate to Teach the Argumentative Essay MH - Salon C: Christina Diaz Gonzalez History with a Twist SCC - Caraway I: Jennifer Bowman Reading in the Digital Age: The Pros and Cons to More Screen Time SCC - Caraway II: Vicki King & Kathy Mascuilli Morphology Matters SCC - Caraway III: Tina McCord, Lila McCauley, Jude Sheff, Schell Gower & Jennifer Kimbrell Literacy Resources at Your Fingertips

MH -Salon A: Alan Gratz Choose Your Own Speech!

MH - Salon B: Denise McConduit Tips for the Reluctant Reader MH – Salon C: Anne Anderson Become a Brain Changer! Strategies for Teaching Children of Poverty SCC - Caraway I: Tessa Dean & Stephanie Griffith Technology in Writer’s Workshop SCC - Caraway II: Lisa Herrington Multisensory Teaching of Reading Comprehension Strategies

SCC - Izard: Kathy Sadler #BookChallenge

SCC - Caraway III: Jennifer McMahan Growing Grammatically

SCC -Miller: Michael Shoulders Crossing the Deadline - The Challenge of Uncovering and Writing Arkansas History

SCC - Izard: Betty Porter Walls & William Kerns Big Books: Big Boost for Primary Literacy

SCC – Pope: Liz Marg Including African American History in Your Curriculum

SCC - Miller: Michael Shoulders Crossing the Deadline - The Challenge of Uncovering and Writing Arkansas History

MH – Salon C: Anne Anderson Under Construction: Building Vocabulary Through Background Knowledge SCC - Caraway I: Jeonghee Choi & Kwangok Song Helping Students Breaking Out of Gender Sterotypes Using Picture Books

Sessions

MH - Lafayette: Keri Russell & Madison Hoffmann Reading at Home

MH - Manning: Tammy Gillmore & JimBob Turner Obtaining Literacy Technology Skills with Google

SCC - Caraway II: Margie Nanak & Ronda Hughes 2016-2017 Charlie May Simon and Diamond Award Nominees SCC - Caraway III: Jennifer McMahan Growing Grammatically SCC - Izard: Sandra Strong Vocabulary: Aim High!

SCC – Miller: Mary Dunlap Developing Your Students: Coding in the Classroom SCC - Pope: Jenifer Pastore & Brandi Clowers When the Words Fall Down the Page: Exploring Poetry in the Intermediate Classroom SCC - Fulton: Rebecca Harper Writing Rocks! Engaging Strategies for All

LUNCHEON

MH - Salons Margaret Peterson Haddix Among the Books

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Thursday 8:30 – 9:30 - Marriott Hotel MH - Arkansas Ballroom

PD = 1 hr.

MH - Salon A

Performing Arts for All Students: From Basement to Broadway!

Drawn To Diversity in Children’s Literature

Discover the benefits of incorporating performing arts in the classroom! The author of Stage Struck: Curtain Up will talk about and provide examples of how using musical theater can transform lives and act as a vehicle for social change. Discover practical ways you can shine the spotlight on all students.

According to Dana Sullivan, depicting faces and cultures accurately and with sensitivity is the job of every author and illustrator. He is committed to “using ALL the crayons in his box” and sharing his world-view with the reading community.

Anya Wallach, Executive Director The Random Farms Kids’ Theater, New York, NY

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: All Level: Primary (Grades 1-3), Intermediate (Grades 4-6), Jr. High/Middle School (Grades 6-9)

MH - Hoffman

Digital Platforms for Reading Differentiation

Suzanne Rogers AP English teacher/ELA Coach/District PD Director LISA Academy, Sherwood, AR

Learn how digital reading platforms can be used for reading differentiation. Pros and cons of various platforms will be discussed and explored - ThinkCERCA, ReadTheory, and iReady.

Session 1

Focus Area: Next Generation Learning/Integrated Technology Audience: Reading Teachers, Curriculum Specialists, Teacher Educators, Classroom Teachers, Title I Level: Jr. High/Middle School (6-9), High School (9-12)

MH - LaFayette

Integrating Writing Into Content Areas

Shoudong Feng, Associate Professor University of Central Arkansas, Conway, AR Co-Presenters Uma Garimella & Carolyn Pinchback

Presenters will report findings from a survey on teachers’ beliefs and practice regarding integrating writing into content areas and will share research-based writing strategies that can enhance content area learning.

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: Reading Teachers, Curriculum Specialists, Classroom Teachers Level: Intermediate Grades (4-6), Jr. High/Middle School (6-9), High School (9-12)

Dana Sullivan, Author/Illustrator Sleeping Bear Press, Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators, Newcastle, WA

Focus Area: Content (K-12) Audience: All Level: All

MH - Salon B

Mission Impossible: Becoming Literate Without Literature William Teale, President, International Literacy Association & Professor, University of Illinois at Chicago International Literacy Association/University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, IL

What does it mean for a student to become literate? This session discusses the need for a more comprehensive perspective of literacy, one which fosters reflectiveness and empathy and serves as a disruptive force that addresses fictions about the world we live in and shows us new possibilities for the future.

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: All Level: Content (K-12)

MH - Salon C

Finding the Story

Leah Pileggi, Author Pittsbursh, PA

Award-winning author Leah Pileggi discusses where she got the inspiration for Prisoner 88 and how she conducted research from across the country. Her presentation includes vintage photos, 1880s newspaper articles, and excerpts of the trial of the 10-year-old who served time in Idaho’s Penitentiary.

Focus Area: Content (K-12) Audience: All Level: Intermediate (Grades 4-6), Jr. High/Middle School (Grades 6-9)

MH - Manning

Interactive Academic Vocabulary Strategies: Which Strategy Will You Add to Your Toolbox?

Conference attendees

This session focuses on interactive vocabulary strategies that participants can add to their teaching toolboxes to engage students in active learning that impacts comprehension and enhances interest in any content area.

Clinton Presidential Center

Timothy Watkins, Coordinator of Elementary Education Delta State University, Lake Village, AR

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: All Level: All

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may pay a reduced admission fee of $8.00 at the

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Hours: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm.

44th Annual Literacy Conference PD = 1 hr.

Thursday 8:30 – 9:30 - Statehouse Convention Center

SCC - Caraway I

AR Diamond Primary Book Awards 2015 - 2016 Patricia Murphy, Associate Professor Arkansas State University, State University, AR

The presenter will review and discuss the two Arkansas Diamond Primary Award Winners for 2015-2016. Genre and content will be examined and appropriate grade levels discussed. Bring your own copies and be ready to share how you have used this literature in your classroom!

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: Reading Teachers, Classroom Teachers, Media Specialists Level: Primary Grades (1-3)

SCC - Caraway II

Teach Phonics Patterns in an Engaging Multisensory Way Mica Byrum, Consultant 95 Percent Group Inc., Lincolnshire, IL

The benefit of using manipulatives has long been documented.

Learn to use chips to identify phonemes and to analyze soundspelling patterns. This multisensory approach helps students more fluently recognize phonics patterns while reading unknown words.

SCC - Caraway III

How to Make Fluency Work in Your Classroom Sarah Caudle, 5th Grade Literacy Teacher Clarksville School District, Russellville, AR Co-Presenter Tracye Smith

Are you struggling to integrate fluency, practice, and assessment into your literacy block? We will show you the research and the real world application of making fluency work in your classroom.

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: Reading Teachers, Classroom Teachers, Reading Recovery Level: Primary Grades (1-3), Intermediate Grades (4-6)

SCC - Fulton

Get Your “Hands-on” These Multisensory Strategies for Struggling Readers!

Laurie Wagner, Director of Education Brainspring/Reading and Language Arts Centers, Bloomfield Hills, MI

Activate multiple learning pathways to differentiate reading instruction for struggling, dyslexic, and learning disabled elementary students. Learn engaging hands-on strategies for teaching discreet reading and spelling skills using visual, auditory, tactile, and kinesthetic tools. Learn activities today and use them tomorrow!

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: All Level: Primary Grades (1-3)

Finding the Balance in the Age of Technology: Using Technology to Enhance Instruction Kelli Gordon, Instructional Specialist for Special Education Conway Public Schools, Conway, AR Co-Presenter Jason Campbell

How do we find the balance between good classroom instruction and the use of technology in the classroom? Can we find balance in this time of extreme change? Presenters will demonstrate strong instructional practices that integrate technology in a meaningful way.

Focus Area: Next Generation Learning/Integrated Technology Audience: Reading Teachers, Administrators/Supervisors, Curriculum Specialists, Teacher Educators, Classroom Teachers, Media Specialists Level: Intermediate Grades (4-6), Jr. High/Middle School (6-9)

SCC - Miller

Using Technology as a Tool for Classroom Innovation: PBS Digital Media Teacher Resources Amy Routt, Early Childhood Education Coordinator AETN, Conway, AR

PBS LearningMedia offers digital resources for PreK-12 educators, including more than 100,000 videos, images, interactives, lesson plans, and articles on major subjects.

Among its most rapidly growing set of materials is a library of more than 1,000 Spanish-language videos.

Session 1

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: Reading Teachers, Curriculum Specialists, Teacher Educators, Classroom Teachers, Title I Level: Primary Grades (1-3)

SCC - Izard

Focus Area: Next Generation Learning/Integrated Technology Audience: Reading Teachers, Administrators/ Supervisors, Teacher Educators, Classroom Teachers, Media Specialists Level: All

SCC - Pope

How Makerspaces Can Enhance the English Language Arts Classroom Anna Warriner, K-12 Literacy Specialist South Central Service Educational Cooperative, Camden, AR Co-Presenter Jo Ann Womack

Making the connection between technology and literacy is crucial. Join us in this hands-on workshop as we share the background and basics of Makerspaces and how to turn the ELA classroom into a Makerspace.

Focus Area: Next Generation Learning/Integrated Technology Audience: All, Special Education Level: All

Silent Auction in Exhibit Hall

All proceeds go to Jo Flanigan Scholarship.

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Thursday 9:45 - 10:45 - Marriott Hotel

PD = 1 hr.

MH - Arkansas Ballroom

MH - Salon A

Reluctant readers shy away from discussions and never raise their hands to read aloud. Sometimes, they have little preliminary exposure to language or opportunity to attend preschool. Using her book The Boy Who Wouldn’t Read, McConduit gives helpful tips to identify and help reluctant readers.

You can’t make students write, but you can inspire them to do so.

Discover and explore a few sure-fire mentor texts to get students writing as well as a few strategies from his book 10 Things Every Writer Needs to know along the way.

Tips for the Reluctant Reader Denise McConduit, Author New Orleans, LA

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: Primary (Grades 1-3) Level: Reading Teachers, Curriculum Specialists, Teacher Educators, Classroom Teachers, Reading Recovery

MH - Hoffman

Animal Biographies - Fascinating Science Darcy Pattison, Author N. Little Rock, AR

Children’s book author Darcy Pattison discusses the research process of writing her animal biographies: Wisdom, The Midway Albatross, Abayomi, The Brazilian Puma, and Nefertiti, the Spidernaut. Perfect for NGSS.

“I’ve Never Written So Much!” How Mentor Texts Inspire and Nurture Writers Jeff Anderson, Author / Staff Developer San Antonio , TX

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: All Level: Intermediate (Grades 4-6), Jr. High/Middle School (Grades 6-9)

MH - Salon B

Choose Your Own Speech!

Alan Gratz, Writer Penland, NC

Join Alan Gratz, author of the MG and YA novels Prisoner B-3087, Code of Honor, and The League of Seven, for an interactive presentation about his books and writing process where YOU get to decide which direction the speech goes!

Focus Area: Content (K-12) Audience: Reading Teachers, Curriculum Specialists, Teacher Educators, Classroom Teachers, Media Specialists Level: Intermediate (Grades 4-6), Jr. High/Middle School (Grades 6-9), High School (Grades 9-12)

MH - Lafayette

MH - Salon C

Session 2

Focus Area: Content (K-12) Audience: Reading Teachers, Curriculum Specialists, Teacher Educators, Classroom Teachers, Media Specialists Level: Primary Grades (1-3), Intermediate Grades (4-6)

National Board Certification Process Has Been Revised! Learn How to be Board Certified Clara Carroll, NBCT, Associate Dean Harding University, Searcy, AR

National Board Certified Teachers set the gold standard of accomplished teaching and advancing student learning.

Join over 100,000 NBCTs representing 25 subject areas and developmental levels in grades K-12.

Focus Area: Content (K-12) Audience: Reading Teachers, Administrators/ Supervisors, Curriculum Specialists, Teacher Educators, Classroom Teachers, Media Specialists, Reading Recovery, Title I Level: All

MH - Manning

So Many Picture Books, So Little Time Wendy Ellis, Director of Reading Harding University, Searcy, AR

This presentation is designed to help teachers who want to immerse their students in the latest high-interest picture books using 21st Century Learning Skills and Common Core Standards.

Discover new picture books from 2015 and 2016.

Focus Area: Content (K-12) Audience: Reading Teachers, Classroom Teachers, Media Specialists Level: Preschool/Kindergarten, Primary Grades (1-3)

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Fuel the Need to Read Meghan Ables, 2016 Arkansas Teacher of the Year Arkansas Department of Education/ Stuttgart High School, Humphrey, AR

Our own Arkansas Teacher of the Year (ATOY) discusses ideas to get kids reading! These include independent reading, parent involvement, school-wide reading incentives, administrative and community involvement, global initiatives, Talk Reading via Twitter, and ways to celebrate successes.

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: Reading Teachers, Administrators/Supervisors, Curriculum Specialists, Classroom Teachers, Media Specialists Level: All

Follow ARA on Twitter: arareading Post a comment or photo and use the hashtag - #aracon2016.

Win prizes!

If your tweet wins, you will receive a text!

44th Annual Literacy Conference PD = 1 hr.

Thursday 9:45 - 10:45 - Statehouse Convention Center

SCC - Caraway I

Unpacking the Process: A Sneak Peak into the Writing Process of My Upcoming Book Carla Killough McClafferty, Author Benton, AR

Carla Killough McClafferty shares the nitty-gritty details of writing and researching her upcoming book Buried Lives: George Washington’s Enslaved People. If you have ever wondered how a nonfiction author finds (and uses) historic details, this session is for you.

Focus Area: Content (K-12) Audience: All Level: Intermediate Grades (4-6), Jr. High/Middle School (6-9), High School (9-12)

SCC - Caraway II

A Little Bit of Lit Kara Stokke, Teacher/Speaker/Writer Make Music & Move, Maumelle, AR

Explore how to make a story more than a story. Experience how to bring out the rhythm and rhyme of a book. Expect your little ones to want to “read it again!” A little bit of fun for everyone!

SCC - Caraway III

Social Justice and Science Fiction: Cross-Curricular Projects for Integrating Social Studies and Science into the Reading Classroom Kelly Hogan, English Language Arts Teacher Valley View Junior High School, Jonesboro, AR Integrating various subject areas into the reading curriculum is beneficial for students, but it can be challenging for teachers.

This session will provide educators with specific strategies for incorporating social studies and science standards into the reading classroom.

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: Reading Teachers, Teacher Educators, Classroom Teachers, Media Specialists Level: Intermediate Grades (4-6), Jr. High/Middle School (6-9)

SCC - Fulton

Dyslexia: What Every Educator Needs to Know

Vicki King, Dyslexia Specialist Arkansas Department of Education, Little Rock, AR

Learn more about dyslexia and how it impacts students in all classrooms. Get practical advice and tips for instructional implications. Early indicators and interventions will also be shared.

Focus Area: Principles of learning/Developmental Stages/Diverse Learners Audience: All Level: All

The Co-Taught Classroom - “We Instead of I” Carol Edwards, 5th Grade Literacy Teacher Frank Mitchell Intermediate School Vilonia Schools, Vilonia, AR Co-Presenter Carol Sobba

Presenters will share information about their co-teaching classroom by demonstrating six co-teaching formats that have proven successful for their students. They will share videos, pictures, and demonstrations. Q&A time and handouts will be provided.

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: Reading Teachers, Classroom Teachers Level: All

SCC - Miller Using Vocabulary to Close the Reading Achievement Gap Jennifer Louden, Assistant Professor of Education Southern Arkansas University, Magnolia, AR Co-Presenters Brandy Walthall & C.N. Dobbins

The use of vocabulary development is a tool to help close the reading achievement gap before the end of third grade.

Participants will explore vocabulary techniques to use in the K-3 classroom and will share their successes with these techniques.

Session 2

Focus Area: Content (K-12) Audience: Curriculum Specialists, Teacher Educators, Classroom Teachers Level: Preschool/Kindergarten

SCC - Izard

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: Reading Teachers, Teacher Educators, Classroom Teachers, Reading Recovery Level: Preschool/Kindergarten, Primary Grades (1-3)

SCC - Pope

Flip Your Classroom Through Mystery Skype Patricia Daniels, 5th Grade Literacy Westside Elementary, Greenbrier School District, Greenbrier, AR

Do you want students to participate in a 45-60 minute Critical Thinking Challenge that promotes a global community of learners? Flip your classroom to increase student involvement by using Mystery Skype! Get specific details on the tools and resources you need to set up a Mystery Skype in your classroom.

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: Reading Teachers, Administrators/Supervisors, Curriculum Specialists, Teacher Educators, Classroom Teachers, Media Specialists Level: Primary Grades (1-3), Intermediate Grades (4-6)

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General Session/Keynote Speaker: Thursday 11:00 - 12:15 - Governor’s Hall IV PD = 1 hr.

Welcome

Introduction of Speaker

Presentation of the Colors

Keynote Speaker

Dorothy Pollett, ARA President

Beebe High School Air Force Junior ROTC Under the direction of Maj. Tim Jones, Maj, USAF (ret)

Senior Aerospace Science Instructor,

Beebe High School

General Session

Local Council Presidents’ March

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Kaila Murphy, ARA Vice President

Linda Dorn Revisiting Comprehension: The Role of Text Complexity, Background Knowledge, and Deeper Meanings

Anthem

Sarah Nelson Womble Award Presentation

Greetings from ILA

Local Council Honoree Drawing and Announcements

Leah Randall

Grade 7, Ridgway Christian High School,

Pine Bluff, AR

William Teale, President of ILA

Sarah Womble

Dorothy Pollett

44th Annual Literacy Conference

Thursday 12:30 - 1:45 - Pre-Purchased Ticketed Literacy Lunches

PD = 1 hr.

MH - Salon A

Jeff Anderson

Capturing Readers with Humor: Inspiring Reading and Writing Hosts: Kathy Mascuilli Tammy Gillmore

PD = 1 hr.

MH - Manning

MH - Salon C

MH - Arkansas Ballroom

SCC - Fulton

A Hero Like Me Hosts: Deb McMillan Kaila Murphy

Teaching to Gender Differences Hosts: Kacy Barden Krista Underwood

Content Literacy Lowdown: Making It Work in All Classrooms Hosts: Rebekah Howard Trudy Jackson

Christina Diaz Gonzalez

Best Practices in Reading

Janet Cumbee, Educational Consultant The Center for the Collaborative Classroom, Ringgold, GA

Grounded in best practices research and comprehension instruction, the topic of this session provides participants the opportunity to engage with interactive materials that include a model lesson and video to support their understanding of the practical application of the latest research.

SCC - Caraway II

A Systematic Review of Peer Tutoring for Reading Comprehension at the Secondary Level Turkey Alzahrani, Doctoral Student University of Kansas, Special Education Department, Lawrence, KS

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the impact of peer tutoring on comprehension for secondary students with disabilities.

Participants will learn the process followed to determine the status of peer tutoring as an evidence-based practice.

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: Reading Teachers, Teacher Educators, Classroom Teachers, Reading Recovery, Title I Level: Jr. High/ Middle School (6-9), High School (9-12)

SCC - Caraway III

Linda’s Tip of the Day: Tips and Practical Applications to Enhance Your Life Daily Linda Williams, Author, Talk Show Host and Recording Artist Little Rock, AR

Get tips and practical applications that will help to keep your students more involved and actively engaged in understanding the benefits of reading daily.

Focus Area: Content (K-12) Audience: All Level: All

SCC - Izard

Rebecca Harper

Thursday 12:45 - 1:45

Hidden Secrets of Google Lori Canada, Program Coordinator EAST Initiative, Little Rock, AR

Learn about cool apps, extensions, and add-ons that Google users across the world have integrated into their everyday lives.

Explore popular tools that assist in effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity in the classroom and in your daily routine. Use these tips and tricks in your classroom this Monday!

Focus Area: Next Generation Learning/Integrated Technology Audience: Reading Teachers, Administrators/ Supervisors, Curriculum Specialists, Teacher Educators, Classroom Teachers, Media Specialists, Reading Recovery, Title I Level: Preschool/Kindergarten, Primary Grades (1-3), Intermediate Grades (4-6), Jr. High/Middle School (6-9), High School (9-12), All

SCC - Pope

Session 3

Focus Area: Content (K-12) Audience: All Level: Preschool/Kindergarten, Primary Grades (1-3), Intermediate Grades (4-6), Jr. High/ Middle School (6-9)

Bill McBride

Using Multi-Sensory Strategies in the K-1 Classroom Nicole Loftis, Instructional Facilitator Conway Public Schools, Conway, AR Co-Presenter Shannon Riner

Look at literacy through the lens of a struggling learner and experience the use of multi-sensory teaching strategies to reach learners of all types. Additionally, teachers will uncover the correlation between RTI and multi-sensory teaching strategies.

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: Reading Teachers, Classroom Teachers, Title I Level: Preschool/Kindergarten, Primary Grades (1-3)

Author Autographing

1:15-2:15 - Back of Exhibit Hall

Jeff Anderson (following luncheon) Denise McConduit Christina Diaz Gonzalez (following luncheon) Leah Pileggi John Hollan 21

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Integrating Primary and Secondary Resources into Literacy Denise Taylor, Principal Mountain Pine High School, Mountain Pine, AR

Literacy teachers will be introduced to a variety of primary and secondary resources that can be integrated into the literacy classroom including web-based projects that teach students correct research, increase student engagement, and meet the needs of diverse learners.

Focus Area: Principles of Learning/Developmental Stages/Diverse Learners Audience: Reading Teachers, Teacher Educators, Classroom Teachers, Reading Recovery Level: Intermediate Grades (4-6), Jr. High/Middle School (6-9), High School (9-12)

Author Autographing Session 4

Back of Exhibit Hall 2:30 - 3:30 Alan Gratz Anya Wallach Follow ARA on Twitter: arareading Post a comment or photo and use the hashtag #aracon2016.

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PD = 1 hr.

MH - Salon B

Easy Reading Responses Workshop

Marilyn Pryle, Teacher Abington Heights High School, Clarks Green, PA

In this session, partners will practice writing short, text-based reading responses in a variety of categories. The deep reading skills required and the role of individual student choice will be discussed. Participants will explore the many applications of the technique, including in-class collaboration and student-led discussions. This easy practice will transform your classroom!

Sample texts and handouts will be provided.

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: Reading Teachers, Teacher Educators, Classroom Teachers Level: Intermediate (Grades 4-6), Jr. High/Middle School (Grades 6-9), High School (Grades 9-12)

SCC - Caraway II Integrating Content in the Elementary Classroom through Project Based Learning Stephanie Worthey, Principal Greenbrier School District, Greenbrier, AR Co-Presenter Angela Betancourt

Discover how Project Based Learning (PBL) in the classroom can engage students and meet their academic needs. Attendees will be introduced to tools and resources to plan their own PBL lessons that promote collaborative learning through 21st Century Skills. Administrators will be provided a template for promoting the use of PBLs based on the experience of Greenbrier Schools.

Focus Area: Collaborative Learning Community Audience: Reading Teachers, Administrators/Supervisors, Curriculum Specialists, Teacher Educators, Classroom Teachers Level: Preschool/Kindergarten, Primary Grades (1-3), Intermediate Grades (4-6)

44th Annual Literacy Conference PD = 1 hr.

Thursday 2:00 - 3:00 - Arkansas Authors’ Panel

Arkansas Authors’ Panel SCC - Miller ARA Host: Kacy Barden

Celia & Gabrielle Anderson:

Young author Celia Anderson gives a new face to literature that resonates with this generation. She wowed readers in 2009 with her debut novel Love, Ocean and again with the sequel Daddy’s Home in 2010.

Set to release her third novel Gametime-Life Lessons For Young Adults and The Aftermath, the third in the Ocean series in the near future, Celia continues to write and speak across the nation.

She prides herself on being the best mother in the world to her only daughter, Gabrielle Simone.

Ann Averitt:

Averitt grew up in Mena, Arkansas, as the younger of two sisters. With her sister being too much older to play with her, she developed the ability to entertain herself with her imagination. Years later, as a retired teacher, she used this imagination to write her first children’s book. She graduated from Hendrix College and was a teacher for 33 years, mostly in Arkansas. Her emphasis was in teaching reading: Title I Reading, middle school reading, Reading Recovery, and Early Literacy.

Averitt and her husband live in Fayetteville and have three grown children and eight grandchildren.

James Babb:

James is an award winning author and cancer survivor. He was named Arkansan of the Day by Channel 11 News.

His novel The Devil’s Backbone was named Independent Book of the Day. James was invited to speak at the AAIM conference in 2014. In 2014, he won a Juvenile Fiction IPPY Award. He travels to schools and speaks to students about his novels. If he isn’t fishing, hunting, or writing, he’s thinking about fishing, hunting, or writing.

Victor Biton: Victor Biton is a proud grandfather who resides

in Little Rock, Arkansas. He is also a board-certified neurologist specializing in epilepsy, working in private practice for many years. He is the author of the children’s books The Butterfly Tree and The Worried Kid, with more in the series on the way.

He has delayed bedtimes for many years now with his silly and imaginative stories.

Nancy Hendricks:

Hendricks, who lives in Hot Springs Village, is the author of Senator Hattie Caraway: An Arkansas Legend, which was published in 2013. Also a professional actor, Hendricks, who has taken her program across Arkansas, portrays Caraway, as well.

Maria Hoskins:

Maria Hoskins has served as Community Outreach Specialist for the Federal Government for over 14 years and has been employed in the field of community outreach for over 25 years. She is a native of Mayflower, Arkansas, and a graduate of Philander Smith College where she received a B.A. in English and Communications. She is married to Archie and has two children, Christina and Victoria. The purpose of Christmas Night on the Farm is to share a happy memory from a moment in time, the meaning of Christmas, and visions as simple as a coal burning wood stove.

Arkansas Reading Association is proud to provide a forum for children’s and young adult authors from Arkansas to share their work with you. What a wonderful opportunity to hear from so many authors at once! Many of these authors will be autographing at the Children’s Book Awards Celebration at 4:45.

Visit these authors in the Exhibit Hall at the Arkansas Author Booth.

William B Jones:

Jones is a writer, attorney, and teacher. He is the author of Petit Jean: A Wilderness Adventure and Classics Illustrated: A Cultural History; the editor of Robert Louis Stevenson Reconsidered; and a contributor to The Oxford Handbook of Adaptation Studies. Jones has written more than 100 introductions for the revived Classics Illustrated series and articles for The Journal of Stevenson Studies, Verniana, and The Public Historian. Speaking engagements include the Library of Congress and academic venues from New York to California.

Carla Killough McClafferty:

Although Carla always loved to read, she had never written until the death of her youngest son Corey. After his tragic loss, Carla began to write about the experience. The story of her journey through grief became the subject of her first book Forgiving God. Next, she turned her attention to writing nonfiction books for young readers.

Today, Carla is a freelance author and speaker. It is her hope that readers of her books will be entertained, informed, and inspired.

Darcy Pattison:

Darcy S. Pattison is an American writer of fiction and nonfiction children’s literature, a blogger, writing teacher, and indie publisher.

Her books have been translated into nine languages. Although she is best known for her work in children’s literature, she is also a writing teacher traveling across the nation presenting her novel Revision Retreat. She has been featured as a writer and writing teacher in prestigious publications such as Writing Young Adult Fiction For Dummies. Pattison is also an independent publisher of ebooks for adults in the educational market.

Mark Rorie: Author Mark Rorie mixes Arkansas history, imagination, and

humor in his series of Polk Bayou Kids young adult novels. Each of his five novels is designed to teach young adults new and fascinating facts about our state and country. Rorie also has an entertaining and humorous Christmas story titled The Almost Positively Worst Christmas Ever geared toward younger readers grades two through four. Mr. Rorie is available for book talks and school visits.

Simply Shonda:

Simply Shonda is an author from Little Rock, Arkansas. Simply Shonda got her start under Coco Mixon and Creative Flow publications. To date she has penned more than five stand-alones, along with several collaborations. Simply Shonda is an avid reader and reviewer.

Her favorite genre is urban fiction, but she has dreams of touching as many genres as possible.

Caryn Southerland:

Ozark Christmas was completely produced in Conway with Southerland as the author, Conway High School graduate Jacob Beagley as the illustrator and University of Central Arkansas graduate Leia Morshedi as the graphic designer.

Linda Williams:

Linda’s Tip Of The Day is a motivational, self-help and etiquette book filled with guidance and practical applications. It provides a wealth of advice and information on how to enhance your life daily. While providing motivation, helpful information, entertainment ideas, and insights that reveal another perspective on how to deal with precarious situations, the book opens your mind and heart to a wonderful world of new possibilities and opportunities.

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Arkansas Literacy Teacher Educators - ALTE

PD = 1.5 hr.

Arkansas Literacy Teacher Educators (ALTE) 2:00 – 3:45 SCC - Caraway III Please join us for one or more of the following 15-minute mini sessions:

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville Linda H. Eilers, Faculty Advisor Kristen Epstein and Kiley Morris, M.A.T. (Initial Licensure 5-year program) 2:00 – 2:15 “Children as Authors” This session provides information on how two children who attended the Summer Literacy Camp of the University off Arkansas Clinic for Literacy created an original book. The writing process from initial idea generation through the actual binding of a book will be described and explained.

David Hanson, Faculty Advisor Meredith Felts, Dyslexia Certification 2:15 – 2:30 “The 4Ps of Dyslexia: Process, Patience, Placement and emPowerment” This session provides information about the process of ensuring the needs of all children with dyslexia are met. The process of required screening, placement, and intervention procedures are described from the perspective of an Arkansas classroom teacher in a dyslexia certification program.

University of Central Arkansas, Conway Tammy Benson and Shoudong Feng, Faculty Advisors Leanne Hammit and Kristen Stelly (M.Ed. candidates) “The Why and What of Multisensory Structured Language” 2:30 – 2:45 Sheri Tacker (M.Ed. candidate) “Audio Books for Struggling Readers and Vocabulary Growth” 2:45– 3:00 Ashley Collins (M.Ed. candidate) “The Difference in Attitude and Practice Between Teachers Who Are 3:00 – 3:15 Trained in a Research-based Dyslexia Program and Teachers Who Are Not” With the new dyslexia law in place over the

past two years, schools are required to screen students in kindergarten through second grade for markers of dyslexia, thus creating a demand for schools to hire reading specialists, dyslexia therapists, or send their teachers for additional training in a research-based dyslexia program. This session provides information on how being trained in a research-based dyslexia program changes the attitudes and practices of classroom teachers. Data from the survey will be presented through the use of a PowerPoint presentation.

Amy Thompson, Faculty Advisor

Leah McCarver, Cynnamon Brown, Natalie Tarte, and Jennifer Held 3:15 – 3:30 “BearsRead Literacy Camp: Case Studies” Four MAT teacher candidates describe their Bears Read Literacy Camp experience. They

pre-assessed, created, and implemented interventions; then, they post-assessed, all resulting in an individualized case study for the student with whom they worked.

Business Meeting 3:30 – 3:45

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ALTE - Arkansas Literacy Teacher Educators

WHAT IS ALTE? ALTE is a special interest group (SIG) started by former ARA President Mary Mosley. The mission is to provide a forum for all who prepare literacy professionals and anyone who is interested in promoting literacy in our state.

ALTE meets each year during the ARA Literacy Conference. The purpose is for the students of Arkansas Literacy Teacher Educators to share literacy-related projects.

ALTE holds a brief business meeting after presentations. Dues are $10.00, and they are used to support student presentations through partial reimbursement of registration/conference cost. JimBob Turner, editor of ARA’s The Reader, will explain publication possibilities to those in attendance.

President: Linda H. Eilers, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville Treasurer: Shoudong, Feng, University of Central Arkansas, Conway Of Council: Mary Mosley, University of Central Arkansas, Conway (Retired)

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Thursday 2:00 - 3:30 - Marriott Hotel MH - Hoffman

Insanity - The Complex Text Workout

Lisa Bailey, Literacy Specialist Arkansas Department of Education, Little Rock, AR Co-Presenter Jessica McIntosh

Insanity is a literature-heavy workout using complex texts. It’s a starter program with alternating workouts using three lessons.

The specific exercises are engaging, fun, and simple to replicate in the classroom! Get a complete 3-day workout so that you can kick-start instruction and be on the way to increasing the use of complex texts.

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: Classroom Teachers Level: Jr. High/Middle School (6-9)

PD = 1.5 hr.

MH - Manning Facilitating Student Talk, Thinking, and Interaction Janet Cumbee, Educational Consultant

The Center for the Collaborative Classroom, Ringgold, GA Focused on practical strategies to support teachers in the use and refinement of facilitation skills, this session highlights moves that encourage students to lead the talking and thinking. Participants will engage in an adult learning experience that demonstrates facilitation techniques.

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: All Level: All

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Thursday 2:00 - 3:30 - Statehouse Convention Center

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Kim Hamilton, 5th Grade Teacher Rogers Public Schools, Rogers, AR Co-Presenter Joey Gall

Kim Wilson Crayola, Monticello, AR

Everyday Technology Integration

Educators will learn to integrate technology through literacy lessons using the Blendspace platform. Connections will be made to the CCSS, and practical ways to use technology in the literacy classroom will be shared.

Focus Area: Next Generation Learning/Integrated Technology Audience: Reading Teachers, Curriculum Specialists, Teacher Educators, Classroom Teachers, Media Specialists Level: Intermediate Grades (4-6), Jr. High/Middle School (6-9)

Decoding Art Enriches Writing Find out how arts integration strategies can increase effectiveness in reading and writing instruction for engaging reluctant learners.

By creating an original narrative for individually created visuals, students incorporate complex writing skills with hands-on critical thinking exercises. Rich reflective questions help students improve vocabulary and stimulate creativity and imagery.

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: All Level: All

Benefits to an ARA Membership

SCC - Caraway III

ALTE PANEL

See pages 24-25.

SCC - Izard Dyslexia: What Every Educator Needs to Know

Community Involvement: Join a local reading

Learn more about dyslexia and how it impacts students in all classrooms. Get practical advice and tips for instructional implications. Early indicators and interventions will also be shared.

Annual Conference: Attend the outstanding annual

Focus Area: Principles of Learning/Developmental Stages/Diverse Learners Audience: All Level: All

Thank You! Arkansas Department of Education

council and promote reading and literacy activities in your school and community.

ARA Conference held each November in Little Rock, AR. The conference features many presenters, workshops, special events, exhibits, meal functions, and nationally renowned authors and illustrators. ARA members receive discounted registration fees, and conference information is mailed directly to them.

Scholarships/Grants:

Each year thousands of dollars are granted to ARA members through the Jo Flanigan Scholarships, School-based Literacy Grants, the Local Council Literacy Grants, and the Local Council Honoree Award.

Publications:

International Literacy Association

Members receive ARA’s journal, The Reader; monthly ARA e-Newsletter; and early conference registration information.

Petit Jean Meats

Recognition: ARA recognizes outstanding literacy

Arkansas Library Association

Beebe Public Schools

for the Beebe Badger Bookmobile

Little Rock Convention Dr. Linda Dorn Friends of ARA The Many Volunteers

who worked to ensure the success of the conference

Session 5

Vicki King, Dyslexia Specialist ADE, Little Rock, AR

educators, authors, and other individuals through annual literacy awards such as the Administrator in Reading Award, Celebrate Literacy Awards, and the Exemplary Reading Program.

Networking:

Meet and share information with people from your community and all across Arkansas who are interested in promoting reading and literacy.

Visit Membership Booth in Exhibit Hall!

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Thursday 3:45 - 4:45 - Marriott Hotel MH - Arkansas Ballroom

Creating Strategic “Whole Learners� - Techniques for Supporting Experiential Literacy Instruction Valerie Ellery, Consultant East Bradenton, FL

Learn ways to reach and teach the whole learner by fostering engagement through curiosity, critical thinking, and reasoning.

You will leave transformed with easy to implement literacy strategies and invigorating techniques that help all learners succeed.

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: All Level: All

MH - Hoffman

The Truth about Vocabulary and Strategies to Save Struggling Readers Jasmine Harris, Teacher Little Rock School District, Little Rock, AR

Session 6

An important aspect of reading comprehension is learning vocabulary. The presenter will highlight methods to introduce and review vocabulary, and she will share innovative assessment techniques. The presentation will also include handouts and links to resources.

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: Reading Teachers, Curriculum Specialists, Teacher Educators, Classroom Teachers, Reading Recovery Level: Jr. High/Middle School (6-9), High School (9-12)

PD = 1 hr.

MH - Manning

Dyslexia Defeaters: Successful Strategies and Apps Tammy Benson, Professor and Dept. Chair University of Central Arkansas, Conway, AR

This session provides an overview of dyslexia, summarizes the latest research, and describes successful strategies and inventions to help struggling readers. Specific attention will be given to online apps that support literacy learning.

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: Reading Teachers, Teacher Educators, Classroom Teachers, Reading Recovery Level: All

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Sentence Sense: Developing Sentence Skills in Student Writers William Van Cleave, Educational Consultant Greenville, SC

Explicit instruction in sentence construction develops both writing and comprehension skills. In this hands-on, interactive workshop, participants develop knowledge about and practice with parts of speech and sentence parts in order to help students improve their writing at the sentence level.

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: Reading Teachers, Administrators/Supervisors, Curriculum Specialists, Teacher Educators, Classroom Teachers, Media Specialists, Reading Recovery, Title I Level: Primary Grades (1-3), Intermediate (Grades 4-6), Jr. High/Middle School (Grades 6-9), High School (9-12)

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Thursday 3:45 - 4:45 Statehouse Convention Center

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Year Round Literacy Learning for All: Making an Impact on Student Achievement Through Partnerships Amy Thompson, Clinical Instructor UCA, Conway, AR Co-Presenter Crystal Voegele

UCA teacher preparation programs partner with area schools year-round to address the needs of struggling readers with a field-based reading center, a university-based reading center, and Camp Soar. Pre-service teachers learn to diagnose problems and to provide targeted, personalized interventions. Methods will be shared.

Focus Area: Assessment/Data-Driven Decision Making Audience: Reading Teachers, Administrators/Supervisors, Curriculum Specialists, Teacher Educators, Classroom Teachers, Media Specialists, Reading Recovery Level: Intermediate Grades (4-6), Jr. High/Middle School (6-9), High School (9-12)

SCC - Caraway II

Sandra Strong, Educational Consultant Read Naturally Inc., Bryan, TX

We know that all students must develop the foundational skills necessary to become proficient readers, but standards do not tell teachers HOW they should teach. Learn how to implement highly effective, research-based strategies to accelerate the progress of your developing readers.

Focus Area: Principles of Learning/Developmental Stages/Diverse Learners Audience: Reading Teachers, Classroom Teachers Level: Preschool/Kindergarten, Primary Grades (1-3)

SCC - Fulton

The Story of The Starfish Family

John Hollan, Author & Photographer Santa Rosa Beach, FL Author and photographer John Hollan will discuss the creation, the development, and the self-publishing process of The Adventures of the Starfish Family.

Focus Area: Content (K-12) Audience: All Level: Preschool/Kindergarten, Primary Grades (1-3), Intermediate Grades (4-6)

#aracon2016

Sync or Swim

Julie Wallace, Assistant Principal Greenbrier Westside Elementary, Greenbrier, AR Co-Presenter Trish Daniels

Are you syncing your content teaching together or teaching them independently? Would you like to provide high quality activities that are interdisciplinary and engaging? When you join our presentation, you will leave with a wealth of knowledge of how to integrate or “sync� content areas together!

Focus Area: Content (K-12) Audience: Reading Teachers, Teacher Educators, Classroom Teachers Level: Preschool/Kindergarten, Primary Grades (1-3), Intermediate Grades (4-6)

SCC - Miller

Becoming a Leader for Literacy

Trudy Jackson, Principal Drew Central Elementary, Monticello, AR

Anyone can become a leader for literacy! Learn how you can lead the charge for literacy in your school and community using six easy strategies that will help you promote literacy and become the literacy leader you aspire to be!

Session 6

Foundational Skills: Standards Tell Us What, Research Tells Us How

SCC - Izard

Focus Area: Collaborative Learning Community Audience: All Level: All

SCC - Pope Unlocking Unfamiliar Words: Morphology for Struggling Adolescent Readers Laurie Wagner, Director of Education Brainspring/Reading and Language Arts Centers, Bloomfield Hills, MI

Teach struggling middle/high school readers through multisensory Greek and Latin root instruction. Morphology provides sophisticated teaching of decoding/encoding to these struggling readers. Learn activities that enhance reading and spelling and use them tomorrow!

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: Reading Teachers, Administrators/Supervisors, Curriculum Specialists, Teacher Educators, Classroom Teachers, Reading Recovery, Title I Level: Jr. High/Middle School (6-9), High School (9-12)

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Awards Celebration

November 17, 2016 - Marriot Hotel - 4:45-6:15 Children’s Book Awards

Cost: Free with ARA Literacy Conf. Registration OR $10 at the Door Per adult w/ up to three children

Charlie May Simon Children’s Book Award

Winner

Honor

Arkansas Diamond Primary Book Award

Winner

Honor

Meet the authors! -- Purchase books! -- Obtain autographs!

Charlie May Simon Honor Leah Pileggi Children’s Authors Alan Gratz Christina Diaz Gonzalez Margaret Peterson Haddix John Hollan Denise McConduit Dana Sullivan Anya Wallach

Arkansas Authors William B. Jones Celia Anderson Carla Killough McClafferty Gabrielle Anderson Darcy Pattison Ann Averitt Mark Rorie James Babb Simply Shonda Victor Biton Caryn Southerland Maria Hoskins

Authors Scheduled to Attend This Event

Both awards are under the sponsorship of the Arkansas Department of Education, the Arkansas State Library, and the Arkansas Reading Association, with support from other cooperating organizations.

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Charlie May Simon Children’s Book Award 2016-2017 Reading List

Arkansas Diamond Primary Book Award 2016-2017 Reading List

Children in grades 4-6 should vote on these titles in April, 2017. Children must have read or heard at least three of the books from this list in order to be eligible to vote.

Children in grades 4-6 should vote on these titles in April, 2017. Children must have read or heard at least three of the books from this list in order to be eligible to vote.

Alexander, Kwame: The Crossover Bell, Cece: El Deafo Brown, Don: He Has Shot the President!

Clements, Andrew: The Map Trap Laura Max: Under the Egg Giff, Patricia Reilly: Winter Sky Graff, Lisa: Absolutely Almost Harrington, Karen: Courage for Beginners Holczer, Tracy: The Secret Hum of a Daisy Martin, Ann M: Rain Reign Rosengren, Gayle: What the Moon Said Spinelli, Eileen: Another Day as Emily Van Vleet, Carmella: Eliza Bin Is (Not) a Big, Fat Quitter Williams, Maiya: Middle-School Cool Yelchin, Eugene: Arcady’s Goal

Applegate, Katherine: Ivan: The Remarkable True Story of the Shopping Mall Gorilla Illus. by Brian G. Karas Aylesworth, Jim. My Grandfather’s Coat Illus. by Barbara McClintock Brown, Peter: My Teacher Is a Monster!

(No, I Am Not.) Cox, Lynne: Elizabeth, Queen of the Seas Illus. by Brian Floca Donofrio, Beverly: Where’s Mommy?

Illus. by Barbara McClintock Durand, Hallie: Catch That Cookie!

Illus. by David Small Isaacs, Anne: Meanwhile, Back at the Ranch Illus. by Kevin Hawkes Johnston, Tony: Sequoia Illus. by Wendell Minor Lee, H. Chuku, Reteller: Beauty and the Beast Illus. by Pat Cummings Lloyd-Jones, Sally: Poor Doreen: A Fishy Tale Illus. by Alexandra Boiger Orloff, Karen Kaufman: I Wanna Go Home Illus. by David Catrow Polacco, Patricia: Fiona’s Lace Rocco, John: Blizzard Tourville, Jacqueline: Albie’s First Word: A Tale Inspired by Albert Einstein’s Childhood Illus. by Wynne Evans

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Friday 8:00 - 9:00 - Marriott Hotel MH - Arkansas Ballroom Google Sites Lori Canada, Program Coordinator EAST Initiative, Little Rock, AR

Learn how Google Sites can work for your school or classroom.

You will learn the basics of Google Sites and then develop a site to fit your needs. We will walk through basic customization tools and functionality. Come see how it will work for you!

Focus Area: Next Generation Learning/Integrated Technology Audience: Reading Teachers, Administrators/Supervisors, Curriculum Specialists, Teacher Educators, Classroom Teachers, Media Specialists, Reading Recovery, Title I Level: Preschool/Kindergarten, Primary Grades (1-3), Intermediate Grades (4-6), Jr. High/Middle School (6-9), High School (9-12)

Session 7

MH - Hoffman The Role of Executive Function in Literacy Acquisition Susan Perry, Literacy Interventionist University of Arkansas at Little Rock, Little Rock, AR Executive functioning is used to describe how our brains generalize and transform information to solve everyday problems. In this session we will explore executive function and its relationship to literacy acquisition. Learn how the implementation of multi-sensory instructional strategies can assist children with reading difficulties.

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: Reading Teachers, Administrators/Supervisors, Curriculum Specialists, Teacher Educators, Classroom Teachers, Reading Recovery, Title I Level: Preschool/Kindergarten, Primary Grades (1-3)

MH - Lafayette

Reading at Home

Keri Russell, First Grade Teacher LISA Academy, North Little Rock, AR Co-Presenter Madison Hoffmann

PD = 1 hr.

MH - Manning

Dyslexia Defeaters: Successful Strategies and Apps Tammy Benson, Professor and Dept. Chair University of Central Arkansas, Conway, AR

This session provides an overview of dyslexia, summarizes the latest research, and describes successful strategies and inventions to help struggling readers. Specific attention will be given to online apps that support literacy learning.

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: Reading Teachers, Teacher Educators, Classroom Teachers, Reading Recovery Level: All

MH - Salon A

Drawn to Diversity in Children’s Literature

Dana Sullivan, Author/Illustrator Sleeping Bear Press, Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators, Newcastle, WA

According to Dana Sullivan, depicting faces and cultures accurately and with sensitivity is the job of every author and illustrator. He is committed to “using ALL the crayons in his box” and sharing his world-view with the reading community.

Focus Area: Content (K-12) Audience: All Level: All

MH - Salon B

Using Simple Debate to Teach the Argumentative Essay

Bill McBride, Author Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, San Francisco, CA

Adolescents are born to argue, so why not use it in the classroom?

This entertaining workshop shows how to use simple debate in the classroom to teach internet research, argumentative writing, critical thinking, speaking, and listening.

Do you want to see your students surpass their reading level goals by the end of the school year? We have designed a simple take-home book system for students that you can recreate.

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: All Level: Intermediate (Grades 4-6); Jr. High/Middle School (Grades 6-9), High School (Grades 9-12)

Focus Area: Content (K-12) Audience: Reading Teachers, Classroom Teachers, Reading Recovery, Title I Level: Preschool/Kindergarten, Primary Grades (1-3)

MH - Salon C

Follow ARA on Twitter: arareading Post a comment or photo and use the hashtag - #aracon2016.

Win prizes!

If your tweet wins, you will receive a text!

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History with a Twist

Christina Diaz Gonzalez, Author Coral Gables, FL

History can be brought to life through historical fiction and alternate history tales. Explore new ways to introduce historical events to your students.

Focus Area: Content (K-12) Audience: All Intermediate (Grades 4-6); Jr. High/Middle School (Grades 6-9), High School (Grades 9-12) Level: Intermediate (Grades 4-6); Jr. High/Middle School (Grades 6-9), High School (Grades 9-12)

44th Annual Literacy Conference PD = 1 hr.

Friday 8:00 - 9:00 - Statehouse Convention Center

SCC - Caraway I

Reading in the Digital Age: The Pros and Cons to More Screen Time Jennifer Bowman, Training Advisor Early Care and Education Projects University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR

Positive adult-child interactions during joint reading experiences are the key component for fostering early literacy development.

This session will present current research describing key factors involved in early literacy attainment and explore latest research findings on ways digital technologies can assist or impede children’s literacy development.

Focus Area: Next Generation Learning/Integrated Technology Audience: Reading Teachers, Curriculum Specialists, Teacher Educators, Classroom Teachers, Media Specialists, Reading Recovery, Title I Level: Preschool/Kindergarten, Primary Grades (1-3)

SCC - Caraway II

Vicki King, Dyslexia Specialist Arkansas Department of Education, Little Rock, AR Co-Presenter Kathy Mascuilli

Kathy Sadler, Literacy Specialist SEARK Co-op, Monticello, AR

Do you read outside of your comfort zone? Push yourself, as well as your students, to set a reading goal to read realistic, historical, fantasy, science fiction, biography, autobiography, nonfiction, poetry, and graphic novels. Hear success stories of a journey to read 40 books in a year.

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: Reading Teachers, Media Specialists Level: Intermediate Grades (4-6), Jr. High/Middle School (6-9), High School (9-12)

SCC - Miller

Crossing the Deadline - The Challenge of Uncovering and Writing Arkansas History

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: Reading Teachers, Classroom Teachers, Title I Level: All

SCC - Caraway III

Literacy Resources at Your Fingertips

Tina McCord, CEO ZUNI Learning Tree, Conway, AR Co-Presenters Lila McCauley, Jude Sheff, Schell Gower & Jennifer Kimbrell

ONE Goal - Raising Student Achievement, ONE Location - ZUNI Learning Tree. Teachers, students, and parents will find eBooks, lesson plans, skill builder games and more to enhance and inspire a life-long love for reading and learning. This cloud-based platform will meet most, if not all, of your literacy needs.

Focus Area: Next Generation Learning/Integrated Technology Audience: Reading Teachers, Administrators/Supervisors, Curriculum Specialists, Teacher Educators, Classroom Teachers, Media Specialists, Reading Recovery, Title I Level: Preschool/Kindergarten, Primary Grades (1-3), Intermediate Grades (4-6), Jr. High/Middle School (6-9), High School (9-12)

Did you know America’s worst maritime disaster (300 more died than on the Titanic) happened in Arkansas? Today, the ship is buried beneath crops near West Memphis. Learn about this little known piece of American history and why facts are stranger than fiction.

Focus Area: Content K-12 Audience: Teachers, Reading Teachers Level: Intermediate Grades - High School

SCC - Pope Including African American History in Your Curriculum

Liz Marg, Director of Education Mosaic Templars Cultural Center, Little Rock, AR

Session 7

This presentation will cover strategies for helping all students unlock the meaning of numerous words using morphological units of meaning.

9:00 - 9:45 - Back of Exhibit Hall

#BookChallenge

Michael Shoulders, Author Sleeping Bear Press, Clarksville, TN

Morphology Matters

Author Autographing

SCC - Izard

The Mosaic Templars Cultural Center (MTCC) is the state’s black history museum. This session deals with ways teachers can incorporate African American History, specific to Arkansas, in their teaching. Discover the many FREE resources available to teachers!

Focus Area: Content (K-12) Level: Intermediate Grades (4-6), Jr. High/Middle School (6-9), High School (9-12) Audience: All

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William Van Cleave Cognitive Overload!

Multiple Demands of the Student Writer

PD = 1.5 hr.

MH - Salon B

Jennifer Serravallo

Reading Strategies for Goal-Directed Independent Reading

ARA Host: Deb McMillan

ARA Host: Tara Derby

MH - Salon A

MH - Salon C

20 Fun Reading Response Activities Aligned with the Common Core

Sounds Abound: A “Funemic” Approach to Word Study & Comprehension

Marilyn Pryle

Keynotes

ARA Host: Dorothy Pollett

Valerie Ellery

ARA Host: Kaila Murphy

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Meet and Greet with Authors

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Friday 11:00 - 12:00 - Marriott Hotel MH - Arkansas Ballroom

Performing Arts for All Students: From Basement to Broadway!

Anya Wallach, Executive Director The Random Farms Kids’ Theater, New York, NY

Discover the benefits of incorporating performing arts in the classroom! The author of Stage Struck: Curtain Up will talk about and provide examples of how using musical theater can transform lives and act as a vehicle for social change. Discover practical ways you can shine the spotlight on all students.

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies

Audience: Reading Teachers, Curriculum Specialists, Teacher Educators, Classroom Teachers Level: Intermediate (Grades 4-6), Jr. High/Middle School (Grades 6-9), High School (Grades 9-12)

MH - Hoffman

A Picture Perfect Approach to Connecting Literacy and Science Kim Stilwell, Professional Development and Sales NSTA - National Science Teachers Association, Blue Springs, MO

Session 8

Picture-Perfect Science Lessons combine the appeal of children’s picture books with standards-based science content.

Leave with ideas on how to begin the integration as well as website links to resources and instructional vignettes that can be used in the classroom tomorrow.

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: All Level: Preschool/Kindergarten, Primary Grades (1-3), Intermediate Grades (4-6)

PD = 1 hr.

motivate students to read. This interactive session will provide educators with the strategies to increase student engagement and achievement in literacy.

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: Reading Teachers, Curriculum Specialists, Teacher Educators, Reading Recovery Primary Grades (1-3), Intermediate Grades (4-6), Jr. High/Middle School (6-9) Level: Primary Grades (1-3), Intermediate Grades (4-6), Jr. High/Middle School (6-9)

MH - Salon A

Choose Your Own Speech!

Alan Gratz, Writer Penland, NC

Join Alan Gratz, author of the MG and YA novels Prisoner B-3087, Code of Honor, and The League of Seven, for an interactive presentation about his books and writing process where YOU get to decide which direction the speech goes!

Focus Area: Content (K-12) Audience: Reading Teachers, Curriculum Specialists, Teacher Educators, Classroom Teachers, Media Specialists Level: 3. Intermediate (Grades 4-6), 4. Jr. High/Middle School (Grades 6-9), 5. High School (Grades 9-12)

MH - Salon B

Tips for the Reluctant Reader Denise McConduit, Author New Orleans, LA

MH - LaFayette

Reluctant readers shy away from discussions and never raise their hands to read aloud. Sometimes they have little preliminary exposure to language or opportunity to attend preschool. Using her book The Boy Who Wouldn’t Read, McConduit gives helpful tips to identify and to help reluctant readers.

Willie Kimmons, President/CEO Save Children Save Schools, Inc., Daytona Beach, FL

MH - Salon C

How Reading Contributes to Increased Literacy

This presentation will give practical strategies, suggestions, and recommendations that teachers and students can use to get successful, valuable, and life-long literacy opportunities from reading books. Children will learn the value of reading books to increased literacy in school, at home, and in life.

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: All Level: All

MH - Manning My Students Do Not Like to Read: Engaging Strategies for Increasing Student Engagement in Literacy Stephanie Harper, CEO/Lead Consultant Harper Educational Consulting, LLC, Brandon, Mississippi

Many educators are challenged with the task of how to

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Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: All Level: Primary (Grades 1-3)

Become a Brain Changer! Strategies for Teaching Children of Poverty Anne Anderson, Educational Consultant Anne Anderson Educational Consultant, LLC, Shreveport, LA

If you work with struggling learners, this is the session for you!

Explore classroom-tested activities and techniques to increase students’ cognitive capacity. Leave with a set of high-impact strategies and a deeper understanding of the effects of poverty on learning.

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: Reading Teachers, Administrators/Supervisors, Curriculum Specialists, Teacher Educators, Classroom Teachers, Title I Level: All

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Friday 11:00 - 12:00 - Statehouse Convention Center

SCC - Caraway I

SCC - Miller

Tessa Dean, 3rd Grade Literacy Teacher Greenwood School District, Greenwood, AR Co-Presenter Stephanie Griffith

Michael Shoulders, Author Sleeping Bear Press, Clarksville, TN

Technology in Writer’s Workshop

Rev-up the writer’s workshop for today’s students! In addition to a technology component, add accountability and student-centered learning with targeted goals and self-assessments.

Focus Area: Next Generation Learning/Integrated Technology Audience: All Level: Primary Grades (1-3), Intermediate Grades (4-6)

SCC - Caraway II

Multisensory Teaching of Reading Comprehension Strategies Lisa Herrington, Clinical Instructor II University of Central Arkansas, Conway, AR

Using the book Comprehension Connections by Tanny McGregor, participants will learn how to use a multisensory approach to engage learners in using reading comprehension strategies.

SCC - Caraway III

Growing Grammatically

Jennifer McMahan, Literacy Specialist Arkansas Department of Education, Maumelle, AR

Participants will learn effective strategies for teaching grammar within the context of writing and how mentor texts can support instruction.

Did you know America’s worst maritime disaster (300 more died than on the Titanic) happened in Arkansas? Today, the ship is buried beneath crops near West Memphis. Learn about this little known piece of American history and why facts are stranger than fiction.

Focus Area: Content K-12 Audience: Teachers, Reading Teachers Level: Intermediate Grades - High School

SCC - Pope

Growing ALL Students Through Engaging Interventions Angela Betancourt, Principal Greenbrier School District, Greenbrier, AR

Learn how one Arkansas school district has implemented a successful intervention program that not only helps to close the achievement gap but promotes academic growth and enrichment for all. Presenters will share information on how to create a schedule that will provide students with much needed independent reading time as well as tier one and tier two reading and math interventions. Resources, tools, and practices will be shared.

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Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: Reading Teachers, Curriculum Specialists, Teacher Educators, Classroom Teachers, Reading Recovery, Title I Level: Primary Grades (1-3), Intermediate Grades (4-6), Jr. High/Middle School (6-9)

Crossing the Deadline - The Challenge of Uncovering and Writing Arkansas History

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: Reading Teachers, Administrators/Supervisors, Curriculum Specialists, Teacher Educators, Classroom Teachers Level: Preschool/Kindergarten, Primary Grades (1-3), Intermediate Grades (4-6)

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: Reading Teachers, Administrators/Supervisors, Curriculum Specialists, Teacher Educators, Classroom Teachers Level: Intermediate Grades (4-6)

SCC - Izard

Big Books: Big Boost for Primary Literacy Betty Porter Walls, Assistant Professor Harris-Stowe State University, St.Louis, MO Co-Presenter William Kerns

Join us for an informative and enjoyable interactive learning experience focused on the utilization of the genre of ‘big books’ for enhanced student literacy development and achievement in primary classrooms. Learn to boost teaching and learning with updated fiction and nonfiction big books.

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: Reading Teachers, Classroom Teachers, Title I Level: Preschool/Kindergarten, Primary Grades (1-3)

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Friday 12:15 - 1:15 - Marriott Hotel MH - Arkansas Ballroom

Writing Strategies to Support Process, Skills, and Qualities of Good Writing Jennifer Serravallo, Author, Literacy Consultant South Orange, NJ

In this session, participants will learn about Serravallo’s Hierarchy of Goals for writing instruction -- goals that include habits and processes, skills, and qualities of good writing. You’ll learn how to assess student writing, craft strategies to support students with goals, and how to coach students with prompts and feedback as they practice working.

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: All Level: Preschool/Kindergarten, Primary Grades (1-3), Intermediate (Grades 4-6), Jr. High/Middle School (Grades 6-9)

How Reading Contributes to Increased Literacy

Willie Kimmons, President/CEO Save Children Save Schools, Inc., Daytona Beach, FL

This presentation will give practical strategies, suggestions, and recommendations that teachers and students can use to get successful, valuable, and life-long literacy opportunities from reading books. Children will learn the value of reading books to increased literacy in school, at home, and in life.

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: All Level: All

MH - Manning Obtaining Literacy Technology Skills with Google

NBCT Strong - Let’s Get You Renewed

Is your initial National Board certification about to expire? Do you need a refresher of the process? Do you know what to do for renewal or just have questions to ask? This session is for you! Find out about the National Board renewal process, what is involved, and how to get support.

Audience: All Level: All

Amy Thompson, Clinical Instructor University of Central Arkansas, Conway, AR Co-Presenter Mara Cawein

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Tammy Gillmore, Teacher Batesville High School Co-Presenter JimBob Turner

MH - Hoffman

Focus Area: Advocacy/Leadership/Fiscal Management Audience: All Level: All

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PD = 1 hr.

Join as we share literacy strategies using Google products from a series of workshops created and presented to their local council.

Tried and true, these methods have been implemented by these teachers. Also, plan to share your student-tested literacy technology methods. Bring your tech device...as technology will be utilized.

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies

Salon C Become a Brain Changer! Strategies for Teaching Children of Poverty Anne Anderson, Educational Consultant Anne Anderson Educational Consultant, LLC, Shreveport, LA

If you work with struggling learners, this is the session for you!

Explore classroom-tested activities and techniques to increase students’ cognitive capacity. Leave with a set of high-impact strategies and a deeper understanding of the effects of poverty on learning.

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: Reading Teachers, Administrators/Supervisors, Curriculum Specialists, Teacher Educators, Classroom Teachers, Title I Level: All

Follow ARA on Twitter: arareading Post a comment or photo and use the hashtag - #aracon2016.

Win prizes!

If your tweet wins, you will receive a text!

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Friday 12:15 - 1:15 - Statehouse Convention Center

SCC - Caraway I Helping Students Break Out of Gender Sterotypes Using Picture Books Jeonghee Choi, Assistant Professor Arkansas State University, Jonesboro, AR Co-Presenter Kwangok Song

Following the case study of how students differently treat two boys who demonstrate masculine and effeminate traits respectively, the presenter shares how picture books that portray boys/males in non-traditional manners can be used to help break out of gender stereotypes.

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: Curriculum Specialists, Teacher Educators, Classroom Teachers Level: Preschool/Kindergarten, Primary Grades (1-3), Intermediate Grades (4-6)

SCC - Caraway II 2016-2017 Charlie May Simon and Diamond Award Nominees

This session will feature an overview of the books on the 20162017 Charlie May Simon and Arkansas Diamond Book Lists.

Resources and activities will be shared. Find out how your students can participate!

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: Reading Teachers, Classroom Teachers, Media Specialists Level: Primary Grades (1-3), Intermediate Grades (4-6)

SCC - Caraway III

Growing Grammatically

Jennifer McMahan, Literacy Specialist Arkansas Department of Education, Maumelle, AR

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: All Level: Intermediate Grades (4-6), Jr. High/Middle School (6-9)

SCC - Izard

Vocabulary: Aim High!

Sandra Strong, Educational Consultant Read Naturally Inc., Bryan, TX

A well-developed vocabulary is essential for reading success.

Students differ greatly in the rate at which they learn language, and reading comprehension becomes increasingly more challenging for students who lack adequate word knowledge.

Learn and experience research-based word-learning strategies to help your students Aim High at vocabulary development.

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: Reading Teachers, Curriculum Specialists, Classroom Teachers, Title I Level: Primary Grades (1-3), Intermediate Grades (4-6), Jr. High/ Middle School (6-9)

SCC - Miller

Developing Your Students: Coding in the Classroom Mary Dunlap, Director Arkansas Coding Academy, Conway, AR

Help your students grow into superb problem solvers with coding exercises and independent learning strategies - no prior experience needed! Learn to creatively include coding lessons seamlessly into daily work.

Focus Area: Next Generation Learning/Integrated Technology Audience: All Level: All

SCC - Pope

When the Words Fall Down the Page: Exploring Poetry in the Intermediate Classroom

Participants will learn effective strategies for teaching grammar within the context of writing and how mentor texts can support instruction.

Jenifer Pastore, Classroom Teacher Rogers Public Schools, Rogers, AR Co-Presenter Brandi Clowers

SCC - Fulton

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: Reading Teachers, Curriculum Specialists, Teacher Educators, Classroom Teachers, Media Specialists, Reading Recovery Level: Primary Grades (1-3), Intermediate Grades (4-6)

Focus Area: Instructional Strategies Audience: Reading Teachers, Administrators/ Supervisors, Curriculum Specialists, Teacher Educators, Classroom Teachers Level: Intermediate Grades (4-6)

Writing Rocks! Engaging Strategies for All Rebecca Harper, Assistant Professor Augusta University, Aiken, SC

If you have been wondering how to make reading and writing work in your content or ELA classroom, this session is for you.

Learn to integrate easy and effective strategies that will not take time away from your content teaching. Learn about quick writes,

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Margie Nanak, Library Media Specialist Southwood Elementary School, Pine Bluff School District, White Hall, AR Co-Presenter Ronda Hughes

write around the text, HRQ, and hashtag summaries and how these strategies can improve student comprehension.

Poems are magical! They are full of emotion and passion, of laughter and sadness. With a little bit of thinking, planning, and preparation, poems can become true mentor texts, used to grow readers, and writers throughout the year.

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Friday 1:30 - Pre-Purchased Ticketed Luncheon

PD = 1 hr.

Book & Author Luncheon 1:30 – 2:45 MH Salons Margaret Peterson Haddix

Among the Books ARA Hosts: Jeanne Trawick & Julie Reardon

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Ticketed Luncheon

Margaret Peterson Haddix has written more than 30 books for kids and teens, including

Running Out of Time; Don’t You Dare Read This, Mrs. Dunphrey; Leaving Fishers; Turnabout; Takeoffs and Landings; The Girl with 500 Middle Names; Because of Anya; Escape from Memory; Say What? and more. Her books have been honored with New York Times bestseller status, the International Reading Association’s Children’s Book Award; American Library Association Best Book and Quick Picks for Reluctant Young Adult Readers notations; and numerous state reader’s choice awards. They have also been translated into more than 20 different languages. Haddix and her husband Doug now live in Columbus, Ohio. For more information about her books, visit her website: http://haddixbooks.

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Student Treasures Publishing RLAC/Brainspring/Phonics First University of Arkansas Harding University Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Ozark Candies/Nuts Rodan and Fields Frog Publishing Lyon College Sleeping Bear Press Abrams Okapi Educational Publishing Perma Bound Heinemann Pearson Pearson Plum Street Publishing Vocabulary Spelling City The Chapters Group The Chapters Group Rainmaker Customz, LLC B & C Jewelry

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EXHIBIT ONLY SESSION: On Friday from 9:00 - 9:45, the entire conference will “shut down” except for exhibits. $100 will be given away during this time in the Exhibit Hall.

Arkansas Authors: ARA is excited this year to host a special “Arkansas Authors” highlight dedicated solely to promoting a wonderful state resource - our talented children’s and young adult authors! ARA will provide a collaborative Arkansas author table space and booth for Arkansas authors to promote/sell/autograph books throughout the entire conference.

This booth will be located in the Exhibit Hall in the Statehouse Convention Center.

Scavenger Hunt: As participants stroll through the Exhibit Hall, they may have their scavenger hunt game cards stamped as they visit the booths. We hope this will encourage all educators to visit every booth in the hall.

Book Bus: Beebe Badger Bookmobile...Blazing a Reading Trail will be on display at the ARA Literacy Conference 2016 in the Exhibit Hall. Come see how Beebe Public Schools (Beebe, Arkansas) transformed an existing, retired school bus into a mobile community library. The shelves are stocked with books for patrons ages Pre-K through adult. Throughout the summer, the bookmobile joins the summer lunch meal program on planned stops Monday through Thursday of each week. Their joint mission is to feed the mind and to feed the body! Stop by the Exhibit Hall to check out this one-of-akind mobile library.

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Index Ables, Meghan.................................18 ALTE............................................24-25 Alzahrani, Turkey.............................21 Anderson, Jeff......................11, 18, 21 Anderson, Anne.........................36, 38 Anderson, Celia.........................23, 30 Anderson, Grabielle...................23, 30 Averitt, Ann...............................23, 30 Babb, James..............................23, 30 Bailey, Lisa.......................................26 Bamboo.............................................8 Benson, Tammy...................24, 28, 32 Betancourt, Angela....................27, 37 Biton, Victor...............................23, 30 Bowman, Jennifer............................33 Brown, Cynnamon...........................24 Byrum, Mica....................................17 Campbell, Jason...............................17 Canada, Lori..............................21, 32 Carroll, Dr. Clara...............................18 Caudle, Sarah...................................17 Cawein, Mara..................................38 Choi, Jeonghee................................39 Clowers, Brandi................................39 Collins, Ashley..................................24 Cumbee, Janet...........................21, 26 Daniels, Patricia...............................19 Dean, Tessa......................................36 Dobbins, C.N...................................19 Dorn, Linda..................................9, 20 Dunlap, Mary...................................39 Edwards, Carol.................................19 Eilers, Linda......................................24 Ellery, Valerie.......................10, 28, 34 Ellis, Dr. Wendy................................18 Epstein, Kristen................................24 Felts, Meredith................................24 Feng, Shoudong.........................16, 24 Gall, Joey.........................................27 Garimella, Uma...............................16 Gillmore, Tammy.............................38 Gonzalez, Christina Diaz............10, 21

30, 32 Gordon, Kelli....................................17

Gower, Schell...................................33 Gratz, Alan...............11, 18, 30, 35, 36 Griffith, Stephanie...........................37 Haddix, Margaret Peterson.......12, 30

35, 40 Hamilton, Kim.................................27 Hammit, Leanne..............................24 Hanson, Daniel................................24 Harper, Rebecca..................11, 21, 39 Harper, Stephanie..........................36 Harris, Jasmine................................28 Held, Jennifer...................................24 Hendricks, Nancy.............................23 Herrington, Lisa...............................37 Hoffmann, Madison.........................32 Hogan, Kelly.....................................19 Hollan, John.........................12, 29, 30 Hoskins, Maria...........................23, 30 Hughes, Ronda................................39 Jackson, Trudy.............................9, 29 Jones, William...........................23, 30 Kerns, William..................................37 Kimbrell, Jennifer.............................33 Kimmons, Willie........................36, 38 King, Vicki............................19, 27, 33 Loftis, Nicole....................................21 Louden, Jennifer..............................19 Marg, Liz..........................................33 Mascuilli, Kathy................................33 McBride, Bill..................10, 21, 32, 33 McCarver, Leah................................24 McCauley, Lila.................................33 McClafferty, Carla Killough..19, 23, 30 McConduit, Denise........12, 18, 30, 36 McCord, Tina...................................33 McIntosh, Jessica.............................26 McMahan, Jennifer....................37, 39 Morris, Kiley.....................................24 Murphy, Patricia..............................17 Nanak, Margie.................................39 Pastore, Jenifer................................39 Pattison, Darcy.....................18, 23, 30 Perry, Susan.....................................32

Pileggi, Leah........................12, 16, 30 Pinchback, Carolyn..........................16 Pollett, Dorothy.................................3 Pryle, Marilyn................11, 22, 33, 34 Reardon, Julie....................................2 Riner, Shannon................................21 Rogers, Suzanne..............................16 Rorie, Mark................................23, 30 Routt, Amy.......................................17 Russell, Keri.....................................32 Sadler, Kathy....................................33 Serravallo, Jennifer.........11, 33, 34, 38 Sheff, Jude.......................................33 Shonda, Simply..........................23, 30 Shoulders, Michael........11, 33, 35, 37 Smith, Tracye...................................17 Sobba, Carol....................................19 Song, Kwangok................................39 Southerland, Caryn...................23, 30 Stelly, Kristen...................................24 Stilwell, Kim.....................................36 Stokke, Kara.....................................19 Strong, Sandra...........................29, 39 Sullivan, Dana..........10, 16, 30, 32, 33 Tacker, Sheri.....................................24 Tarte, Natalie...................................24 Taylor, Denise..................................22 Teale, William............................10, 16 Thompson, Amy...................24, 29, 38 Turner, JimBob.................................38 Trawick, Jeanne.................................4 Van Cleave, William.......10, 28, 33, 34 Voegele, Crystal...............................29 Wagner, Laurie..........................17, 29 Wallach, Anya..........12, 16, 29, 30, 36 Walls, Betty Porter...........................37 Walthall, Brandy..............................19 Warriner, Anna................................17 Watkins, Timothy.............................16 Williams, Linda..........................21, 23 Wilson, Kim.....................................27 Worthey, Stephanie.........................21 Womack, Jo Ann..............................17

Thank you to all the speakers/presenters!

Your insights, experience, and knowledge truly give the Arkansas Reading Association Literacy Conference a strong voice in the state of Arkansas.

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