CALL FOR PRESENTERS

2017 After School CountsOff to a Great Start Conference

August 9-10, 2017

Vineyard Columbus Community Center

Proposals Due: May 30, 2017

Who is After School Counts?
After School Counts hosts the annual Off to a Great Start conference and is a program of the Educational Service Center of Central Ohio serving all Franklin County Ohio public school districts and beyond.

What is the overall objective of the conference?
The annual Off to A Great Start (OTAGS) conference provides a forum for developing a peer professional network, reinforcing professionalism after school field, sharing best practices, strengthening professional knowledge and providing skills for increasing the quality of after school programs. Most importantly, we want after school professionals to know that their work is important and makes a difference in the lives of children and their families.

What is the theme of the 2017 OTAGS Conference?

The15thAnnual Off to a Great Start conference willexploretheopportunityOSTprofessionals havein cultivating children’s growth. Guided by the question,"did you hear about the rose that grew from concrete" the two-day conferencewill centeron inclusivity and meaningfulengagement as attendees receivetools, tangible ideas and resources to better understand and respond to children’s needs. Together, from neighborhood to neighborhood, community to community, we will explore our common purposeandpresentdiverse perspectives toward our collectivegoal tonurture student success!

WORKSHOP CRITERIA: The OTAGS Conference is looking for workshop proposals that align well with conference theme and correspond with one of the themes listed below:

Social Emotional Learning

  • Safety and Prevention, Child Development and Behavior, Poverty, ELL, Health & Wellness, Trauma-Informed Practices,Special Needs, Creating Safe Spaces, and Engagement

Curriculum & Content Development

  • Incorporating School Day Curriculum, Experiential Learning, Arts and Academic Education, Nutrition and Fitness, Global Learning, Literacy, Social Studies and Civic Engagement

Administration & Leadership

  • Engaging Parents, Community and Business Involvement, Professionalism, Access to Funding, Collaboration with Schools, Mentoring, Volunteer Recruitment

WORKSHOP PROPOSAL GUIDELINES

  1. Complete the Workshop Info Form, including a detailed content planfor a 90-minute workshop/training.
  2. Include a complete description of the workshop as it will appear in the conference program.

Please note:Selected sessions will be interactive and hands on, with content easily translated and applied to the attendee’s afterschool settingwith content addressing conference theme directly.

  1. Proposals are due May 30, 2017. Workshops will be announced in lateJune 2017.
  2. Selected facilitators will need to complete Ohio Approval processes through OCCRRA Professional Registry, Instructor and Training Approval. Please note:OTAGS Coordinator willsupportpresenters in Ohio Approval process.

Presenter Workshop Information Form

Presenter(s)Information:

Name(s): ______

Organization:______

Mailing Address:______

Phone:______Email: ______

Presenter credentials/brief bio(credentials will be listed in the conference program):

Workshop Preferences:Below are dates and general times. Please select preferred presentation times.

August 9th: morning / August 10th: morning
August 9th: afternoon / August 10th: afternoon
Additional availability requests or notes:

Participation:Do you plan to participatein the conference beyond presentation(s) YesNo

Description of Session for Program Please limit to 100 words. Description will be used in the conference program booklet. Describe in clear, simple language the objectives, content and ways participants may use the information.

Target Audience (check all that applies):

Pre-K6-8

 K-29-12

 3-5Administrators

Max Capacity: maximum number of participants

Space set up: lecture, small tables, etc.

Supplies:

Please indicate the supplies needed and the amount of each you will need.

Easel/ flip chart paper: / Box of Markers:
TV/VCR: / Tape (list type):
Overhead Projector: / Handout Copies (include qty)
Dry Erase Board: / Paper Clips:
Post it notes: / Other:
CD Player: / Other:

**Presenters will receive a reduced conference registration and workshop supplies. All other expenses will be the responsibility of the presenter.**

Technology needs for your session:

Additional supply needs or requests:

**All spaces are smart/AV capable and HDMI connections available if you bring your own laptop.

Please be sure to detail your technology plans and needs.**

Send questions and completed form to:Andrea Summers, OTAGS Coordinator at by May 30, 2017.

Training Workshop Content Plan

Title of Presentation:

Learner Objectives
List 3 objectives for the session participants using measurable, behavioral terms (e.g. describe, discuss, list, demonstrate, state, explain, identify, plan, utilize, etc.) / Alignment to Core Knowledge
List the competency or competencies from the Ohio Core Knowledgeand Competencies(CKC) document that best align to the learning objective described (1-3 competencies per 3-hour session). / Outline of Content
Provide an outline of the content to be presented for each objective.
Restatement of the objective is not acceptable as content. / Timeframe
State the number of minutes per objective
(NOTE: Must add up to the total minutes for the session). / Teaching Method
Describe the teaching method and learner assessment methods to be used for each section of session, i.e. lecture, demonstration, small group activity, discussion, etc.
Please indicate the type of evaluation method or tool you will use for evaluation of the presentation (e.g. agency supplied evaluation form, conference evaluation form, pre-post-test, participant presentation, etc.)
Post evaluation method (e.g., post card mailed to participants, electronic survey, technical assistance visit, conference call, community of learners, etc.)
Research. What research supports the importance of the session topic?