1. Ohio Commission on Dispute
Resolution and Conflict Management
ON TASC, Inc.
Ohio Network: Training & Assistance for Schools and Communities
A 2-day symposium for educators,
counselors, social workers and others who work with
schools and families.
Sponsored by:
IMPROVINGIMPROVING
ACADEMICSACADEMICS
ADDRESSING POVERTY, DISABILITY, ADDRESSING POVERTY, DISABILITY,
AND DIVERSITYAND DIVERSITY IN THE CLASSROOMIN THE CLASSROOM
JUNE 18JUNE 18‐‐19, 200819, 2008
Cuyahoga Community College, Eastern Campus
4250 Richmond Road, Highland Hills, Ohio 44122

2. IMPROVING ACADEMICS: Addressing Poverty, Disability, and Diversity in the ClassroomIMPROVING ACADEMICS: Addressing Poverty, Disability, and Diversity in the Classroom
Research supports that academically at‐risk children must have intentional intervention if they are to increase
academic achievement. Dr. Cathy Hamilton addresses the culture of poverty, ethnicity in America, disability is‐
sues, and English as a Second Language (ESL). Seeking first to understand the cultural aspects of students who
traditionally struggle academically, the seminar then moves into strategies for enhancing academic achievement
in children who are often marginalized in our school settings. Dr. Hamilton’s training covers problem solving, the
creation of more inclusive learning communities and effective lesson design.
Dr. Cathy Hamilton spent the majority of her career in the public school arena, and was recognized at the state level for excel‐
lence in the classroom and in the administrative office. Dr. Hamilton is known for her work around differentiated instruction as
it impacts at‐risk learners, particularly children carrying special needs labels. She has served for thirteen years on an Ohio State
Committee aimed at creating inclusive environments through effective instruction and clear assessment strategies; the initial
target of this committee was to create a more inviting environment for people with identified disability. She has been a na‐
tional trainer for research around poverty as it impacts achievement and also taught Multi‐Cultural Education courses at Miami
University of Ohio, specifically looking at society’s response to people of color.
DAY 1 (6.5 contact hours)DAY 1 (6.5 contact hours)
9:00‐12:30 Morning Session (15 Minute Break Included)
12:30‐1:30 Lunch on Your Own
1:30‐5:00 Afternoon Session (15 Minute Break Included)
Credits Offered: Credits Offered: State of Ohio Counselor and Social
Work Credit, RCH’s for prevention professionals, and
Graduate Credit offered from Ashland University (must
attend both days for Ashland credit, pay $200 registra‐
tion fee and complete a short assignment). Attendees
register for the graduate credit at the conference.
THE MORNING PANEL THE MORNING PANEL will feature Ann Bauer, Ph.D. Chair of the
CASAL Department, College of Education, Cleveland State Univer‐
sity; Barbara Murphy, Education Consultant, Office for Excep‐
tional Children, Ohio Department of Education; Chrissy Cline, Me‐
diation/Due Process Coordinator, Ohio Department of Education,
Office for Exceptional Children; Kelly McHargh, Staff Attorney,
U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights; Karla Ussery,
Regional Attorney, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil
Rights; and Tameka Taylor, Ph.D., Vice President, The Diversity
Center of Northeast Ohio.
WORKSHOPSWORKSHOPS‐‐Session 1, 10:15Session 1, 10:15‐‐11:45 A.M.11:45 A.M.
1A—The Power of the Word
This session addresses the different registers of language found in our cultural enclaves. These different registers profoundly impact student
achievement and social acceptance in the school and business world.
Presenter, Dr. Cathy Hamilton (see above)
1B—Response to Intervention: A Framework for Improving the Performance of ALL Students
Response to Intervention (RtI) is a process that brings together general, special, compensatory and gifted education to provide a unified sys‐
tem of education that meets the needs of all students. RtI is defined as the practice of providing high‐quality research‐based instruction and
intervention matched to student needs and using learning rates over time and level of student performance to make important educational
decisions. RtI places a strong emphasis on prevention and early intervention of both academic and behavior problems and supports the
meaningful involvement of parents, community members and social service agencies within the process. Due to the emphasis on culturally
responsive instructional practices and direct assessment of specific skills, RtI is considered an effective practice for addressing the dispropor‐
tionate representation of racial and ethnic students in special education.
Presenter, Barbara Murphy, Education Consultant, Office for Exceptional Children, Ohio Department of Education
1C—Mediation, IEP Facilitation & Mediated Resolution Meetings
This workshop will assist participants in understanding how each of the processes works, the differences between them, and how to deter‐
mine which process is appropriate for individual circumstances. Participants will also be given information on how to access each of the proc‐
esses. Time will be allotted for questions.
Presenter, Chrissy Cline, Mediation/Due Process Coordinator for the Office for Exceptional Children
DAY 2 (6 contact hours)DAY 2 (6 contact hours)
8:30 – 10AM PANEL DISCUSSION
10:00 – 10:15AM Break
10:15 – 11:45AM Workshop Session 1 (4 options)
11:45 – 12:45PM Boxed Lunch
12:45 – 2:15PM Workshop Session 2 (4 options)
2:15 – 2:30PM Break
2:30 – 4:00PM Workshop Session 3 (4 options)
JUNE 18, 2008JUNE 18, 2008 JUNE 19, 2008JUNE 19, 2008
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3. Early Bird (Register by May 31Early Bird (Register by May 31stst
)) Full Price (June 1 to June 13)Full Price (June 1 to June 13)
Training Day 1, College Students $25—CRN# 54139 $50—CRN # 54138
Symposium Day 2, College Students $25—CRN# 54141 $50—CRN # 54140
Training Day 1, General Registration $50—CRN # 54154 $65—CRN # 54155
Symposium Day 2, General Registration $50—CRN # 54156 $65—CRN # 54157
Both Days, General Registration $90‐ CRN # 54158 $110‐ CRN # 54159
WORKSHOPSWORKSHOPS‐‐Session 1, 10:15Session 1, 10:15‐‐11:45 A.M., con’t.11:45 A.M., con’t.
1D—U.S. Department of Education: Federal Disability Rights
Any school district that receives financial assistance from the U.S. Depart‐
ment of Education must follow the requirements of certain federal regula‐
tions such as Section 504. OCR's presentation will include an overview of
the rights of students with disabilities in elementary and secondary educa‐
tional settings under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and
Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, including a discus‐
sion of identification, evaluation, and placement issues, a discussion of
disability‐based harassment, and a discussion of physical access to facili‐
ties.
Presenter, Karla K. Ussery, Midwestern Division of the United States Department
of Education, Office for Civil Rights, Attorney Advisor
WORKSHOPSWORKSHOPS‐‐Session 2, 12:45Session 2, 12:45‐‐2:15 P.M.2:15 P.M.
2A—To the Extreme: Hate Groups in America
This workshop will explore individuals, groups and symbols that involve
hate groups in America. The group will participate in activities that will
demonstrate how these groups impact youth in communities. We will
also discuss how peer mediation programs can provide an inclusive and
positive place for students. The workshop is based on a program titled,
Extremism in America: A Guide, provided through the Anti‐Defamation
League.
Presenters, Antonio Sanford, Brianne Otey, and Marvin Foster, Cleveland Metro‐
politan School District, WAVE program
2B—Behavior Management and Verbal De‐Escalation for Emo‐
tionally Disturbed Youth
Students with a diagnosed emotional disturbance require special skills and
strategies to function effectively in the classroom. Traditional methods of
discipline, control and instruction are usually not effective. In addition,
these youth present additional difficulties when their anger disrupts or
endangers other students. This workshop will examine the benefits and
pitfalls of various behavior management systems, as well as providing an
overview of the skills needed to effectively intervene with youth who have
experienced trauma.
Presenter, John Barnes,Director of Youth Development Services, Family and Com‐
munity Services, Inc.
2C—Effecting the Youth Learning Process
This highly experiential workshop aims to increase participants’ awareness
and knowledge of issues that impact youth and how they learn. Knowl‐
edge of adolescent diversity allows youth workers to develop and estab‐
lish relationships with youth and helps us to enter “their world.” Partici‐
pants will be provided with tools and strategies that can be used immedi‐
ately to help youth gain success in their lives.
Presenter, Karen L.. Florence, Program Director, Gateway Rehabilitation Center
2D—The Effective Lesson Design for Diverse Classrooms (NOTE:
This is a 3‐ hour workshop; attend Sessions 2 & 3)
Using master researchers of today and yesterday, Dr. Hamilton facilitates
the discussion around mastery teaching. Participants will observe how a
design of thirty years ago holds power in today's diverse classroom.
Presenter, Dr. Cathy Hamilton
WORKSHOPSWORKSHOPS‐‐Session 3, 2:45Session 3, 2:45‐‐4:00 P.M.4:00 P.M.
3A—Sexual Harassment and Dating Violence
This workshop provides activities that will look at issues relevant and
important to youth today. What is sexual harassment? What are the
boundaries between flirting and harassment, between friendly behavior
and harassment? What is dating violence? Let’s talk about the myths of
abuse. If you’re gay, can you be sexually harassed? What is gender jus‐
tice? Are there any connections between racism and sexism? Learn
about a peer sexual harassment program developed by the Cleveland
Municipal School District and the FBI, Cleveland Division Community Out‐
reach Program featuring peer mediators and students from Cleveland.
Presenters, Antonio Sanford, Brianne Otey, and Marvin Foster, Cleveland Metro‐
poitan School District, WAVE program
3B—The Children We Teach: The 21st Century Student
This workshop offers new approaches to understanding the dynamics of
effective interactions with youth. The presenters identify the educational
needs of students impacted by different cultures relative to socio‐
economic status, race and gender. Participants interact with presenters
via activities and discussions. Scientifically research‐based strategies that
increase students’ academic achievement are discussed. Resources for
educational tool‐kits are shared.
Presenter, Phyllis W. Benjamin, Retired Educator/Faculty, Cleveland State Univer‐
sity
3C—Overcoming the Legacy of Early Insecurities to Improve
Achievement
Neurobiological research over the last decade reveals how early insecuri‐
ties can alter brain development requiring change in how to reach and
teach for achievement. This session will explain why stressed and anxious
learners cannot self‐regulate and learn when they sense threats to their
emotional security. Participants will gain understanding of the root
causes of under‐achievement and behavior outbursts. Handout will rein‐
force the message plus offer classroom activities for transformation and
diffusing.
Presenter, Barbara Oehlberg, Child Trauma Consultant, United Services for Effec‐
tive Parenting‐OH (USEP)
3D—The Effective Lesson De‐
sign for Diverse Classrooms
Continued from Session 2
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