A LEADER’S CONFERENCE ONENGLISHLEADERSHIPCONVENTION LEGACY Minneapolis, Minnesota•Nov. 22–24,2015 MPLS Conference on English Leadership thank you A Leader’s Legacy Convention Center • Nov. 22–24, 2015 The CEL convention would not have been possible without the assistance of members of MINNEAPOLIS 2015 the NCTE staff. Many thanks to the following NCTE staff members:

Kelly Searsmith, Program Support Marketing: Emily Nafziger, Digital Sponsorship: Mila Fuller, Deputy Specialist (CEL Administrative Liaison) Marketing Specialist, and Ken Executive Director, and Tisha Sarver, Barbara Cambridge, Interim Executive Ronkowitz, CEL Social Media Media Sales and Sponsorship contents Coordinator Coordinator Director 2 Conference Officials Production: Chuck Hartman, Customer Service: Lynn Gilles, Tamra Conventions: Amy Stark, Director 3 Message from Program Chair of Conventions, and Julie May, Purchasing/Production Manager Gray and Chris Williams Conventions Program Assistant Finance: Stan Burton, Comptroller, and 4 Welcome to Minneapolis Elections: Linda Walters-Moore, Karen Kesler, Accounting Specialist 5 Election Process Administrative Liaison 6 Topic Strands 7 Program-at-a-Glance Thank you also to the CEL Hospitality Committee: 8 Award Presentations 9 Sunday Keynote 9 A. Sessions, 4:20–5:20 11 Monday Breakfast, Elections The Minneapolis Skyway System is an interlinked collection of enclosed pedestrian footbridges connecting buildings in 69 full city blocks over 11 miles of downtown Minneapolis, enabling 12 B. Sessions, 10:00–11:00 people to walk in climate-controlled comfort year-round. Photo courtesy of Meet Minneapolis 13 C. Sessions, 11:15–12:15 Lynn Aprill Elizabeth Christopher Natalie Croney Liz Crooks Nandi Riley Anna J. Small Janice co-chair Truesdell Bronke Bowling Green New Britain Florida A&M Roseboro Schwarze 15 Monday Luncheon Cooperative Downers Grove High School University Downers Grove co-chair High School Grand Rapids, MI Educational Kamehameha North High Bowling Green, KY New Britain, CT Tallahassee, FL North High 15 D. Sessions, 2:45–3:45 Service Schools Hawai’i School School Agency #8 High School Downers Downers 17 E. Panels, 4:00–5:00 Gillett, WI Kea’au, HI Grove, IL Grove, IL 18 Tuesday Breakfast 18 F. Roundtable #1, 8:10–9:10

Finally, a big thank you to the CEL Program Committee: The Mall of America is the largest mall in the 19 F. Roundtable #2, 9:20–10:20 United States. Opened in 1992, the mall re- 19 Continuing Conversations ceives over 40 million visitors annually, the most of any mall in the world. More than 530 20 Tuesday Luncheon stores are arranged along three levels of pedes- trian walkways with a theme park in the center. Photo courtesy of Meet Minneapolis

Lynn Aprill Linda Maydie Christopher Tracy Recine Heather Rocco Anna J. Small Janice Edie Weinthal Cooperative Barrington Bombart Bronke Pascack Valley School District of Roseboro Schwarze Pascack Valley Educational New Britain the Chathams Downers Grove Regional High Mount Mary Downers Grove High School Grand Rapids, MI Service University School District North High Hillsdale. NJ Chatham, NJ North High School District Agency #8 Milwaukee, WI New Britain, CT School School Montvale, NJ Gillett, WI Downers Downers Mary Tyler Moore statue on Nicollet Mall in Grove, IL Grove, IL downtown Minneapolis commemorates the star of the 1970s sitcom, a television break- through with the first never-married, indepen- dent career woman as the central character. The statue was recently placed in storage. The Guthrie Theater, the area’s largest the- Photo courtesy of Meet Minneapolis ater company, occupies a three-stage com- SPONSORS plex overlooking the Mississippi, designed by French architect Jean Nouvel. Minneapolis is second only to New York City in terms of live PROGRAM designed by Linda Barrington theater per capita and is the third-largest the- COVER inspired by Amber Billings ater market in the United States, after New COVER IMAGE: iStock York City and Chicago. Photo courtesy of Meet The Conference on English Leadership Thank you to Academic Merit INSIDE BACK COVER IMAGE: iStock Minneapolis wishes to thank Heinemann for its for its sponsorship of the CEL sponsorship and underwriting of the Convention. beverage breaks. Twitter: @cel/#CEL15 CEL 2015 Convention • Minneapolis ­- 1 CONFERENCE OFFICIALS PROGRAM CHAIR

CEL Executive Committee Rebecca Sipe, Chair Edie Weinthal, Nominations Oona Abrams, Editor, English Dear CEL Convention attendees, Ypsilanti, Michigan Chair, Web Publisher Leadership Quarterly Pascack Valley, New Jersey Chatham, New Jersey Legacy. Legacy holds a vast array of interpretations and emotions for people. Hearing “legacy” Heather Rocco, Associate Chair prompts me toward reflection. When I think about my years in education, I am filled with a deep Chatham, New Jersey Gordon Hultberg, Assistant Tom Scott, State Liaisons Network sense of gratitude for the people who have invested in me and in my life. Hearing “legacy” pushes Wanda Porter, Past Chair Nominations Chair Co-Coordinator Salt Lake City, Utah Milwaukee, Wisconsin me toward goals and fills me with excitement for what is yet to be accomplished.We have purpose Kailua, Hawai’i in the life we have been given, and we have the power to impact and influence those around us. Bil Chinn, Secretary to the Executive Anne Marie Quinlan, Secondary As literacy leaders, we encourage and empower our family, friends, colleagues and students to Section Liaison Committee achieve greatness while creating positive change in our field. Taking time to consider our craft, the Lincoln, Nebraska St. Albert, Alberta, Canada decisions we make and how our interactions can make differences in the lives of others is time well Karen Delbridge spent. It is time invested in our own legacy. Members-at-Large program chair Although we are surrounded by trees in Maydie Bombart, 2015 Lynn Aprill, 2016 Chris Bronke, 2017 this wonderful city of Minneapolis, this is a New Britain, Connecticut Bonduel, Wisconsin Downers Grove, Illinois piece of artwork from a student in Cheyenne, Karen Delbridge, 2015 Tracy Recine, 2016 Natalie Croney, 2017 Wyoming. I love the beauty and symbolism Cheyenne, Wyoming Hillsdale, New Jersey Bowling Green, Kentucky of the tree — the physical legacy of the past investing in the future. Each generation cares for it, and each generation receives its gifts. There is something enduring about trees — whether they are on the plains or mountains of Wyoming or alongside a lake in Minnesota — that reminds us to STATE LIAISONS hold on when the land is dry and the air is frosty. No matter how many storms or how Alabama Janice Schwarze Edie Weinthal extreme temperatures are, the tree that is Drawing by Cassidy Dellos from Cheyenne Central High School Robin Bynam [email protected] [email protected] still standing is anchored by strong roots [email protected] Indiana North Carolina that have stretched to find the nourishment needed for survival.Those same trees spread their lives Arkansas Darolyn Jones Steve Peha through seeds that are carried by the wind to new destinations. Thank you for planting your roots Karen Conn Mitcham [email protected] [email protected] in literacy education; thank you for attending this CEL conference to get the nourishment needed [email protected] for yourselves and your students; thank you for coming so you can carry new ideas to faraway Louisiana Pennsylvania destinations. Natalie Croney Connecticut Whitney Wealdon Jane Blystone State Liaison Maydie Bombart [email protected] [email protected] I would like to thank the CEL Executive Board, the NCTE staff and my CEL Conference Co-coordinator Committee. What an amazing experience to work with truly the top in the field. Thank you to [email protected] Maryland Texas my fellow Wyomingites for working with me and supporting me through this program. I would District of columbia Janetta Jayman Genny Sterling especially like to thank my family for their willingness to make sacrifices. My husband Chad and Elizabeth Primas [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] my beautiful kids, Bryson and Baylee. . . my most important legacy. Missouri Utah Alison Taylor Nina Bono Gordon Hultberg [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Thanks for joining me in this conference! FLORIDA Keri Skeeters Virginia Elsie Olan [email protected] Tom Scott Doris Bey State Liaison [email protected] Karen Delbridge Co-coordinator Nebraska [email protected] Georgia Ann Marie Quinlan Cherish Skinker 2015 Program Chair CEL MEMBERS David Padilla [email protected] [email protected] Interested in being [email protected] a State Liaison? New Jersey Wisconsin Please contact Hawai’i Matthew Morone KatherineNelson Natalie at natalie. Wanda Porter [email protected] [email protected] croney@bgreen. [email protected] Tracy Recine Tom Scott kyschools.us or [email protected] [email protected] Tom at tscott2. Illinois Greg Van Nest Wyoming uwm.edu for Tom McCulley [email protected] information. [email protected] Karen Delbridge [email protected]

2 - CEL 2015 Convention | Minneapolis Twitter: @cel_ncte/#CEL15 CEL 2015 Convention • Minneapolis ­- 3 WELCOME cel elections annual Election process Conference on English Leadership 2015 CEL Leadership A Leader’s Legacy At the 2014 CEL Conference, members nominated possible candidates for the 2015 Member-at- Large November election. Nominations Committee members Bil Chinn, Tom Scott, Elizabeth Dear CEL Members, Truesdell and Edie Weinthal (chair) reviewed letters of introduction and curricula vitae provided by nominees; then the prospective election slate was approved by the CEL Executive Commit- It is my pleasure to welcome you to the 47th annual CEL Convention in Minneapolis! CEL is com- tee at its spring meeting. We are fortunate to have a remarkable slate of candidates for this year’s mitted to helping build leadership capacity among our members across their careers. This year’s Member-at-Large positions; CEL members will be asked to vote for TWO candidates who will fill convention theme, A Leader’s Legacy, provides a wonderful umbrella for reflection, personal the new member-at-large positions. interactions and networking. We will have many opportunities to learn with and from one another

in a close, collegial setting. Whether you are a first-year teacher-leader or a veteran school leader The four candidates for Member-at-Large are as follows: or administrator, you will find many sessions, panels and keynotes in our program to excite your interests and address your needs. Edie Weinthal Matthew Morone: Teacher of English, Pascack Valley Regional High School, New Jersey CEL nominations chair Katherine Baker: Teacher of English, Southern Regional High School, New Jersey Rebecca Sipe CEL has been my professional home for over two decades, and regardless of my position, col- CEL chair leagues from CEL have been of enormous help in navigating my career. At CEL we recognize and Karen Raino: Language Arts Division Chair/EL Coordinator, Lyons Township High School, celebrate ELA leaders from many roles — from classroom teachers to consultants to coaches to ad- Illinois ministrators — who join us from many directions — K–12, college or independent capacity. Here, Amanda Stearns-Pfeiffer: Assistant Professor, Department of English, Oakland University, you will find a welcoming environment to share your expertise while gaining insights from others. Michigan You’ll find CEL presenters and speakers to be knowledgeable and positive in the messages they All four candidates will be introduced at the Sunday evening CEL social and give introductory share. All offer insights that are anchored in outstanding practice within authentic classroom set- speeches on Monday morning at breakfast. Following the speeches, CEL members who have not tings. Whether your interests currently focus on implementation of CCSS, new assessments, pro- previously voted electronically, will vote for the candidate of their choice. moting effective technology use or leading change, you’ll find literacy experts who are exploring new possibilities and willing to share their discoveries. In order to expand participation in the annual election, CEL members unable to attend the Conven- tion or CEL’s Monday breakfast had an opportunity to vote via online ballot emailed to all CEL I offer a special thanks to Karen Delbridge, our program chair, and her committee who have assem- members in October. Members of the Nominating Committee will tally the votes following the bled a stellar collection of presenters, speakers and panelists. The program offers you a wide variety election. The two newly elected Members-at-Large will be announced at the CEL Monday evening of strands and sessions from which to choose as well as multiple opportunities to unpack new ideas social. in intimate settings that include meals, coffees and social hours that are all covered by your confer- ence fee. Whatever sessions you choose, I know you will find practical and timely information for immediate use. I am reminded of a young colleague from a few years back who sat beside a veteran teacher at a CEL Convention luncheon. In the friendly conversation that transpired, the veteran teacher ac- CALL FOR CANDIDATES FOR CEL 2016 ELECTION tively engaged and listened to her younger counterpart. Toward the end of the meal, the CEL chair In the 2016 election, CEL members will choose two Mem- as Associate Chair, an individual must have served CEL in introduced the keynote speaker, and the veteran teacher — author of numerous books, presenter bers-at-Large and an Associate Chair. The Nominating either an elected or appointed position on the CEL Executive in dozens of states, and multiple award winner — rose and moved to the front of the room for her Committee is now ready to accept nominees for next year’s Committee. The Associate Chair will serve two years as As- presentation. Afterward, my junior colleague confided how speechless she was that this individual election. Self-nominations are welcome. sociate Chair, two years as Chair, and two years as Past Chair. whose books she had read had not only sat beside her but listened to her as well! To me, that em- To be eligible for Member-at-Large, a nominee must have Those who wish to nominate a qualified CEL member should bodies CEL. We come to our conventions to learn from and support one another. attended TWO or more CEL conventions and volunteered in check with the individual and affirm her/his willingness to CEL offers me the opportunity to network with literacy leaders who continue to offer me guidance, some capacity, such serving on the Hospitality Committee serve prior to submitting a nomination. Nominations should inspiration and support. Many I see only once a year, though others I connect with regularly as or presenting/presiding at a breakout session. A Member-at- include as much pertinent information as possible about the they have become part of my own professional network. I encourage you to take full advantage of Large represents the general membership on the CEL Execu- nominee as a leader and her/his involvement in CEL, as well all CEL has to offer. Consider becoming more involved in CEL! Visit our hospitality table to learn tive Committee and assists in planning functions of the CEL as contact information (home mailing address, email address, about opportunities. Consider submitting a proposal for our 2016 convention in Atlanta. Compose Executive Committee. The term of the Member-at-Large is and phone number). Nomination forms will be available at an article for the English Leadership Quarterly, our journal. Speak with a CEL leader about ways three years. Four candidates for Member-at-Large will be on the NCTE Annual and CEL Conventions. If you prefer, you you can contribute! the 2016 ballot. may email your nominations to Nominations Chair, Edie Weinthal, ([email protected]) or Assistant Nominations Have a wonderful convention, In addition, two candidates for Associate Chair will also be presented on the 2016 ballot. To be eligible for nomination Chair, Gordon Hultberg ([email protected]). Becky Sipe CEL Chair

4 - CEL 2015 Convention | Minneapolis Twitter: @cel_ncte/#CEL15 CEL 2015 Convention • Minneapolis ­- 5 PROGRAM-AT-A-GLANCE Special topic strands Sunday 1:30–2:00 First Timers’ Session 200–A 2:00–4:00 Award Presentations and Opening Session: Harvey Daniels and Sara K. Ahmed 200–fgh 4:20–5:25 A.1 Leading the Digital Reading (r)Evolution | Kate Baker, Troy Hicks, Jordan Schuger, Jason Singer, Kristen Hawley Turner 205–AB All sessions fall under one or more of these topic strands. A.2 Filling the Toolbox: Supporting Content-Area Writing Instruction | Mark Fabrizi 205–CD Starting on page 9, A.3 Improving Classroom Discussions through the Question Formulation Technique | Matthew Parrilli 206–AB A.4 Building a Legacy through Mentoring | Janice Schwarze, Joan Witkus 208–AB you will find complete session descriptions, room numbers, A.5 Levels of Leadership: Why Your State Leader(s) Should Be Your Best Friend| Morgan Dunton, Tricia Parker 208–CD A.6 Three Teachers + Common Goals = SUCCESS | Fred Roybal, Jamie Thornhill, Amy Tighe 211–AB presenter information and strand identification. A.7 A Community of Collaboration: Collaborating with Extra-disciplinary Partners | Sarah Enloe, Cass Morris 211–CD A.8 Blogging to Amplify and Empower Teacher Voice | Chris Bronke 200–A 5:45–6:00 Emerging Leaders Meeting 200–A 6:00–7:00 Sunday Social, followed by Facilitated Dinners at 7:00 200–CDE Instruction Leadership Monday A.2 Filling the Toolbox: Supporting Content-Area A.5 Levels of Leadership: Why Your State Leader(s) 8:00–9:50 CEL Monday Continental Breakfast: Elections and Jeff Wilhelm 200–CDE Writing Instruction Should Be Your Best Friend 10:00–11:00 B.1 We Saw What You Did This Summer: Vlogging and Video Forum Use in an Online Literature Course | Kris Baranovic , Missy Phegley 205–AB A.3 Improving Classroom Discussions through the B.2 Implementing and Sustaining an Independent B.2 Implementing and Sustaining an Independent Reading Initiative at the Secondary Level | Heather Rocco 205–CD Question Formulation Technique Reading Initiative at the Secondary Level B.3 Honoring the Imagination in an Era of Measurement & Standardization | Ryan Ebling, Kristen Kuceyeski, Dyan Naslund, Paul Reiff 206–AB B.4 Working Collaboratively to Effectively Implement Instructional Coaches | Linette Chaloka, Lori Cristofaro, Suzanne Paul-Giffey 208–AB B.3 Honoring the Imagination in an Era of B.5 Modeling Leadership through our Mentor/Student B.5 Modeling Leadership through our Mentor/Student Teacher Relationships: A Guide for Ethical Adult Collaboration | Jeana M. Hrepich 208–CD Measurement and Standardization Teacher Relationships: A Guide for Ethical Adult B.6 A Legacy of Collaboration: Supporting Reflective Practitioners | Kathryn Cubano, Carolyn Ross 211–AB C.1 From Senioritis to Self Startup: Growing 21st Collaboration amidst Our Colleagues and Students B.7 Rethinking Our Work as Literacy Educators: Cultivating Leadership Skills thru Student-Generated Initiatives, Collaborations | Anne Katz 211–CD Century Skills in the Secondary ELA Classroom B.7 Rethinking our Work as Literacy Educators: Cultivating 11:15–12:15 C.1 From Senioritis to Self Startup: Growing 21st Century Skills in the Secondary ELA Classroom | Oona Abrams 205–AB C.4 From Classroom to Workshop: Leading Adaptive Leadership Skills through Student-Generated Initiatives C.2 Beginning a Legacy of Leadership: A Conversation about Leadership for New Leaders | Karen Reed-Nordwall, Greg Van Nest 205–CD and Meaningful Collaborations C.3 Listening to Each Other: Effecting Meaningful Change thru Collaboration & Mentorship | Carol Erwin, Opal Greer, Carol Singletary 206-AB Change for the Benefit of Adolescent Readers C.4 From Classroom to Workshop: Leading Adaptive Change for the Benefit of Adolescent Readers | E. Clain, M.Groniger, A. Ward 208-AB C.7 Bringing Poetry to Life! C.2 Beginning a Legacy of Leadership: A Conversation C.5 Men Are from Mars. . .Women Are from Venus: Using the Best of Both Worlds to Be a More Effective Leader |Tara Nieves, Paul Reiff 208–CD about Leadership for New Leaders C.6 Using “Soft Power” to Create a Legacy of Collaborative Communicators | Debbie Cohen, Marshall Harris, Afrodite Skaouris 211–AB D.4 Leveraging Leadership Lessons: Harnessing C.7 Bringing Poetry to Life! | Carney Gray, Michelle Schwantes 211–CD Literature for Our Students and Ourselves C.5 Men Are From Mars. . .Women Are From Venus: Using the Best of Both Worlds to Be a More Effective 12:30–2:30 CEL Monday Luncheon: Carol Jago 200–CDE D. 5 Teaching Writing Hope: Pathways to Building Leader Writing Competencies in Secondary Schools 2:45–3:45 D.1 A Leader’s Legacy: Mentoring Matters | Bil Chinn, Anna Roseboro 205-AB C.6 Using “Soft Power” to Create a Legacy of D.2 Developing Successful Collaborations regarding Reading and Writing | Mary Luckritz 205–CD Collaborative Communicators D.3 Just Get Out of Their Way: Student-Centered Leadership in the 21st Century Classroom | Matthew Morone 206–AB D.4 Leveraging Leadership Lessons: Harnessing Literature for Our Students and Ourselves | David Padilla 208–AB D.1 A Leader’s Legacy: Mentoring Matters D.5 Teaching Writing Hope: Pathways to Building Writing Competencies in Secondary Schools | Gordon Hultberg, Nicole Sieben 208–CD Collaboration D.4 Interdisciplinary Literacy D.6 Depicting our Programs: Using Visual Representation for Program Coherence and Innovation | Lauren Gatti, Sarah Thomas 211–AB D.7 State Level Resources for Literacy Leaders | Marci Glaus 211–CD A.4 Building a Legacy through Mentoring D.6 Depicting our Programs: Using Visual 4:00–5:00 E.1 How do we leave a legacy? What will your verse be? | Bil Chinn, Anne Padilla, Virena Rossi, Edie Weinthal 205–AB Representation for Program Coherence and Innovation A.6 Three Teachers + Common Goals = SUCCESS PANELS E.2 How do we strengthen teacher education programs & mentor new teachers? | R. Buchanan, J.Gallo, B. Herrmann, A.Stearns-Pfeiffer 205–CD A.7 A Community of Collaboration: Collaborating with E.3 What should be considered in promoting leadership ? | Susan Chenelle, Audrey Fisch, Cherish Rebecca Skinker 206–AB E.4 How do we facilitate conversations that build capacity through professional development? | L. Dolezal, J. Malcolm, L. Richardson 208-AB Extra-disciplinary Partners E.5 What concepts should we consider in regard to social justice? | W.Jackson, E.Meixner, R.Scupp, Y. Stewart, J.Wanat 208–CD B.4 Working Collaboratively to Effectively Implement 5:10–6:10 Monday Social with Election Results 200–CDE Instructional Coaches Technology Tuesday B.6 A Legacy of Collaboration: Supporting Reflective A.1 Leading the Digital Reading (r)Evolution Practitioners 7:30-8:10 CEL Continental Breakfast: Coffee and Breads, followed by Welcome 200–CDE A.8 Blogging to Amplify and Empower Teacher Voice C.3 Listening to Each Other: Effecting Meaningful 8:10-9:10 F.1 Job Embedded Coaching | Katie Decker, Sarah Durst, Cara Knox Gutzmer, Jo Lockwood 200–fgh Change through Collaboration and Mentorship B.1 We Saw What You Did This Summer: Vlogging and Round Table F.2 Developing Critical Literacy | Kierstin Thompson 200–fgh Video Forum Use in an Online Literature Course Session 1 F.3 Content Literacy and the Reluctant Reader | Natalie Croney, Tamara Meigh 200–fgh D.2 Developing Successful Collaborations regarding F.4 The Genteel Hillbilly: Respecting Linguistic Legacy Students Bring to the Classrooom | Debra Knutson 200–fgh Reading and Writing C.1 From Senioritis to Self Startup: Growing 21st F.5 Transformative Learning Experiences: In Search of Renewal | Brenda Hawkins 200–fgh Century Skills in the Secondary ELA Classroom D.5 Teaching Writing Hope: Pathways to Building F.6 Professional Development and School-wide Change | Jackie Hurley, Elaine Simos 200–fgh Writing Competencies in Secondary Schools D.3 Just Get Out of Their Way: Student-Centered 9:10-9:20 CEL Talk 200–fgh Leadership in the 21st Century Classroom D.7 State Level Resources for Literacy Leaders 9:20-10:20 F.7 Developing Leadership through Blogging | Christina Nosek 200–fgh Round Table F.8 Vertical Alignment | Karen Raino 200–fgh Session 2 F.9 Stories and Monologues | Jan Buley 200–fgh F.10 Leadership in Writing Workshop | Elsie Olan 200–fgh F.11 Turning Literacy Lab Teachers into Assistant Department Chairs | David Lange, Michael Palmquist, Jill Tylk 200–fgh 10:25-11:00 Continuing Conversations with Chris Bronke 200–CDE 11:10-1:00 CEL Tuesday Luncheon: Penny Kittle 200–CDE

6 - CEL 2015 Convention | Minneapolis Twitter: @cel_ncte/#CEL15 CEL 2015 Convention • Minneapolis ­- 7 1:30-2:00 FIRST TIMERS’ SESSION ROOM 200-A 2 p.m.

11:30–1:30 CEL SUNDAY LUNCHEON ROOM 200–CDE sunday KEYNOTE ROOM 200-FGH awards 11:30 HARVEY DANIELS, 4:20 p.m. sunday SARA K. AHMED sunday Introduction: Heather Rocco, School District of the Chathams TECHNOLOGY A.1 Leading the Digital Reading CEL Best Article of the CEL Kent Williamson Exemplary Literacy, Empathy, and Inquiry: (r)Evolution Is the digital revolution a boon to litera- Year Award Leader Award Raising Upstanders in a Bystander World cy or its demise? Recent studies have The 2015 winner is Emily The 2015 winner is Penny Kittle, of Kennett shown that students’ reading compre- S. Meixner, of The College High School in North Conway, N.H. In the wake of the ongoing K– of their communities – and hension when reading a digital text is low- of New Jersey in Ewing This award is given annually to an NCTE mem- college reform movement, many of the world. Drawing on their er than reading in print; however, ebooks for “Nurturing Teacher ber who is an outstanding English language topics have been ruled out of the recent book, Upstanders, the au- continue to proliferate along with online Leadershipp through arts educator and leader. reading tools and transformative peda- Homegrown Professional official conversation: curiosity, thors will share stories of class- gogies. The Leading the Digital Reading Development,” published Nominator Heather Rocco said that Penny’s creativity, empathy, community rooms around the country where in October 2014. “contributions at the local, regional, national (r)Evolution panel explores the problems and international levels stand as a testament and justice. In this practical ses- teachers are doubling down on and pitfalls with digital reading, promising This award is given to [her] commitment to literacy leadership sion, Smokey and Sara will use their relationships with learn- solutions, and how this (r)Evolution will annually to the authors of articles written and and its role in providing excellence in instruction to students at all conversations, demonstrations ers, supporting them to become shape the future of reading. This interac- published in English Leadership Quarterly. levels. . . . She noted Penny’s willingness to present at professional tive and diverse panel will provide insight conferences, [her] prolific contributions to professional materials in and classroom video visits to skillful investigators and helping In discussing her ongoing work with preser- into these challenges and ideas on what our field, all while also teaching at both the university and middle explore how young people can these vigorous young voices to vice teachers, Emily Meixner shares the initial can be done about it by identifying the is- discomfort she experienced with students who school levels. In addition, [her] interest in collaboration has led become not just graduates and reach out in hope and take ac- sues associated with digital reading and advocated for direct instruction on how to teach CEL leaders to describe [her] as one who epitomizes the heart of consumers, but critical citizens tion with humanity in mind. specific texts. After fielding this request for CEL — collaborating with others and sharing knowledge on a regular providing participants with best practices several years, Meixner began organizing “How to basis.” and strategies for increasing student per- Sara Ahmed has taught in Harvey “Smokey” Daniels Teach” seminars, in which preservice teachers Linda Rief wrote, “I learn continually from Penny because she is formance when reading on a computer or urban, suburban, public, in- has been a city and sub- and alumni instructors collaborated. By bringing always learning herself, always asking what helps students, always screen. the practical and the theoretical together in dependent and international urban classroom teacher Kate Baker (English teacher, Southern Regional HS, noticing how they learn best and always reflective about why we schools. She is currently and a college professor. He these seminars, all stakeholders experienced Manahawkin, N.J., [email protected], @KtBkr4) need to think through the meaning of all we learn from our stu- teaching middle school lit- now works as a national Troy Hicks (associate professor of English, Central what Meixner terms “unanticipated positive dents, as well as her students.” eracy and social studies, us- consultant on literacy edu- outcomes.” Meixner’s article is a prime example ing the inquiry model at The cation. In language arts, Michigan University, [email protected], @hickstro) of how we all might listen closely to the requests Meenoo Rami’s letter said, “When my colleagues have struggled Jordan Schugar (assistant professor, West Ches- to refine and reimagine their practice, I have often put her books Bishop’s School in La Jolla, Smokey is known for his of our students — especially the requests that Calif. Sara is co-author with pioneering work on student ter University of Pennsylvania, West Chester, Pa., in their hands. They are forever changed by Penny’s work, and the most perplex us. Harvey “Smokey” Daniels of book clubs, as recounted [email protected], @jschugar) changes they make in their classroom practice will benefit hun- Jason Singer (founder and CEO of Curriculet , San Honorable Mentions: Upstanders: How to Engage in Literature Circles: Voice dreds of students each year.” Middle School Hearts and and Choice in Book Clubs Francisco, Calif., [email protected], @curriculet) Limarys Caraballo, Queens College, City Vicky Boyd said, “I know of no educator who works more tirelessly Minds with Inquiry. Sara’s and Reading Groups, and Kristen Hawley Turner (assistant professor of University of New York (New York, N.Y.), and on so many levels, to move children and youth, and the teachers classroom is designed to Minilessons for Literature curriculum and teaching, Fordham University, New Meredith Hill, Columbia Secondary School (New who teach them, toward a life filled with all the wonder that reading, help her young adolescent Circles. York City, [email protected], @teachKHT) students to consider their York, N.Y.), for “Curriculum-in-Action: Cultivat- writing and reflection can offer.” Smokey works with teach- Chair: Jo Lockwood own identities and to take ac- ing Literacy, Community and Creativity in Urban ers, offering demonstra- 4:20 p.m. Sunday, room 205-AB Katie Wood Ray wrote, “[Penny] is that rare combination of practi- tion in the world in socially responsible ways. Contexts” (August 2014) tion lessons, workshops and consulting. He tioner and expert, having never left the classroom and constantly Jessica Singer Early, Arizona State University Sara is a Heinemann PD consulting author shows colleagues how to build students’ instruction revising her practice in light of new experience. Penny taps into the and is available to do on-site PD. She also reading strategies, balance their reading di- (Tempe, Ariz.), “Imagining the Possibilities: Im- art and craft of teaching, but also the spirit of it, which is why I think presents along-side Harvey “Smokey” Dan- ets and strengthen the social skills they need A.2 Filling the Toolbox: Support- proving the Teaching of Writing through Teacher- so many teachers who’ve realized new possibilities because of iels and others at Heinemann Multi-Day to become genuine lifelong readers. ing Content-Area Writing Instruc- Led Inquiry” (April 2014) Penny’s work feel an almost spiritual connection to her.” Institutes. tion

8 - CEL 2015 Convention | Minneapolis Twitter: @cel_ncte/#CEL15 CEL 2015 Convention • Minneapolis ­- 9 his department. By connecting the Ques- state level, provides you a direct line to tion Formulation Technique to the Com- accurate and timely information and of- 4:20 p.m. mon Core ELA Standards and Danielson’s ten leads to a seat at the table for state Framework for Teaching, participants and national work. Morgan Dunton will sunday will see how this protocol can improve explain the work of state leadership and student learning and classroom instruc- suggest ways for you to support and be tion. The presentation will conclude with supported in your own state. ation.Activities encourage teachers (and participants making plans for how they Morgan Dunton (English language arts specialist, their students) to think through the perfor- 8:00 a.m. can implement the Question Formulation Department of Education, Augusta, Maine, morgan. mative demands of a play as a means to Technique in their classrooms when they [email protected]) gaining insights for close reading and analy- monday return to school. Tricia Parker (Director of Language Arts Educa- sis. Through approaches that demonstrate tion, Department of Education, Lincoln, Neb., tricia. Matthew Parrilli (English Department chair, classroom management, technical tools and [email protected]) Maine South HS, Park Ridge, Ill., mparrilli@ application, teachers will have the opportu- Chair: Ann Marie Quinlan CEL CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST ROOM 200–CDE 4:20 p.m. maine207.org, @mattparrilli) nity to recapture the joy Shakespeare’s first 4:20 p.m. Sunday, room 208-CD Chair: Karen Mitcham audiences might have experienced at the CEL ELECTIONS 4:20 p.m. Sunday, room 206-AB premieres of these revered plays, the beauty sunday collaboration of the language and the delight in the event. A.6 Three Teachers + Common Content-area teachers are looking for collaboration This 75-minute session will cover topics in- seamless ways to incorporate writing A.4 Building a Legacy through Goals = SUCCESS cluding verse and prose playing, rhetoric in and reading into their curriculums to ad- Mentoring “Many hands make light work.” In our action, finding clues for staging, audience KEYNOTE ROOM 200–CDE dress the strong focus on literacy that is We have become stronger leaders be- 9th grade English Professional Learning address and building a play through avail- pervasive in the CCSS, and they often cause we have had the opportunity to be Community (PLC) at Central High School able technology. JEFF WILHELM seek help from ELA teachers and literacy in Cheyenne, Wyo., Jamie, Fred and mentored and to mentor others. In this Sarah Enloe (director of education, American Shake- Introduction: Janice Schwarze, Downers Grove North High School coaches to support their efforts. This ses- session, we will talk about the benefits Amy live by that mantra. Starting in the speare Center, Staunton, Va., sarahe@americanshake- sion will address arguments against the and guidelines of structured mentoring 2011–2012 school year, our PLC team spearecenter.com, @ASC_Sarahe) rhetorically weak five-paragraph model programs, but we’ll also discuss how to has been working together to advance Cass Morris (academic resource, American Shake- Teacher Researchers and Reflective of writing that is consistently used as a build a culture where informal mentoring our expertise and promote healthy ex- speare Center, Staunton, Va., cass@americanshake- spearecenter.com, @ASC_Cass) Practitioners as Agents of Commu- format for delivering content in subject- becomes commonplace. Participants will periences. Each of us brings a specific area classes and as a teaching model area of expertise to the group, and we Chair: Edie Weinthal be asked to share their own mentoring 4:20 p.m. Sunday, room 211-CD nication, Collaboration and Change in many English language arts classes. experiences, either as a mentor or as a collaborate to create units, lessons and Instead, we will examine approaches to formative and summative assessments protégé, and together, we will explore ap- TECHNOLOGY This keynote will review to explore the notions of writing organic essays that help students using Understanding by Design (UbD). proaches that allow teachers and leaders A.8 Blogging to Amplify and Em- teacher research and reflec- teacher researchers/reflec- deliver content more effectively than the to build a legacy through supporting oth- Our session format will be a panel pre- five-paragraph model. We will also exam- sentation where each of us will discuss power Teacher Voice tive practice as professional tive practitioners as thinking ers. This interactive writing session is facilitated ine writing-for-learning strategies that Janice Schwarze (associate principal of Cur- our strengths and how we collaboratively pursuits. Jeff will review partners, public intellectuals, by The National Blogging Collaborative (www. enhance classroom instruction and are riculum and Instruction, Downers Grove North planned our units. We will provide ex- some of his work as a teach- knowledge makers, profes- easy to implement. These strategies can HS, Downers Grove, Ill., [email protected], @ amples and copies of our unit plans from nationalbloggingcollaborative.com) and will walk participants through the top five barri- er researcher and his work sionals and change agents. be used in all content areas to support jschwarzeteach) the 2014–2015 school year, sample as- with teacher research groups CCSS requirements in writing. This ses- Joan Witkus (assistant principal, Glenbard East signments and student work. After our ers to teacher blogging. From there, partici- sion will be particularly beneficial to lit- HS, Lombard, Ill., [email protected]) presentation, the session will be open for pants will engage in an interactive blogging eracy coaches and secondary teachers. Chair: Wanda Porter questions from the attendees. workshop in which NBC coaches will guide 4:20 p.m. Sunday, room 208-AB Jeffrey Wilhelm is Distin- His research agenda is Mark Fabrizi (Education Department, Eastern Presenters are from Central HS, Cheyenne, Wyo.: writers through the blogging process — from idea generation to publication. Come ready guished Professor of Eng- organized around creat- Connecticut State University, Willimantic, fabrizim@ Fred Roybal (English teacher, [email protected]) lish Education at Boise ing supportive inquiry- easternct.edu, @MAFabrizi) LEADERSHIP Amy Tighe (English teacher, [email protected]) to share your passions and write with us. State University in Boise, oriented contexts for de- Chair: Natalie Croney A.5 Levels of Leadership: Why Jamie Thornhill (instructional coach, thornhillj@ Chris Bronke (English Department chair, Downers Grove Idaho. veloping and performing 4:20 p.m. Sunday, room 205-CD laramie1.org) North HS, Ill., [email protected]) literacy, literate behav- Your State Leader(s) Should Be He is the founding director Chair: Cherish Skinker Chair: Elsie Olan iors and literate identi- of the Boise State Writing Your Best Friend 4:20 p.m. Sunday, room 200-A ties. His research dem- INSTRUCTION 4:20 p.m. Sunday, room 211-AB Project which supports over Education in each state is organized in onstrates how inquiry 3,000 teachers each year A.3 Improving Classroom Dis- environments are power- its own way, but in each state there is with over 110,000 contact COLLABORATION ful contexts for learning cussions through the Question generally someone (or a team of people) hours of professional de- A.7 A Community of Collabora- literacy and achieving Formulation Technique responsible for guiding, leading and pro- 5:45–6:00 ROOM 200–A velopment. He is a highly- tion: Collaborating with Extra- deep understanding. In this interactive session, participants viding support for English Language Arts emerging leaders meeting regarded author and co- will experience the Question Formulation in that state. Many of us in these posi- disciplinary Partners author of over 34 books about literacy Jeff is a frequently-requested speaker The American Shakespeare Center’s and literacy education. at state, regional, national and interna- Technique (from Dan Rothstein and Luz tions have one foot in policy and one in tional conferences as well as providing proven methods for teachers have given Jeff has devoted his professional ca- Santana’s Make Just One Change) and practice. We have opportunities to work 6:00–7:00 ROOM 200–CDE professional development on a variety reer to helping teachers help their stu- then explore the implications of the QFT’s collaboratively across states and have them a chance to participate in theater- of topics to educators and administra- SUNDAY social dents. He is particularly devoted to as- based classroom activities and provide tors. use in the classroom. The presenter will significant responsibilities within our sisting students who are considered to share a variety of examples of the QFT own states. A close relationship with tools for breaking Shakespeare’s text into be reluctant, struggling or at-risk. from his classroom and the teachers of your state leader gives you voice at the digestible pieces for study and consider- 7:00 facilitated dinner

10 - CEL 2015 Convention | Minneapolis Twitter: @cel_ncte/#CEL15 CEL 2015 Convention • Minneapolis­ - 11 how she led her department to imple- [email protected], @linette_chaloka) success. The project underscores the im- ment a viable and meaningful indepen- Lori Cristofaro (assistant principal, lorie_cristo- 10:00 a.m. portance of what these students are ac- dent reading initiative at the middle and [email protected], @loriecristofaro) complishing collectively — they establish high school levels. She will also discuss Suzanne Paul-Giffey (instructional coach, their roles as readers, writers and school [email protected]) monday how to make time for reading, assessing leaders who have a desire to share the Chair: Jamie Thornhill independent books and nurturing a read- significance of their work with others. 10:00 a.m. Monday, room 208-AB advance on a professional continuum, ing community. The session will discuss sample “Teens from teacher technicians to reflective Heather Rocco (School District of the Chathams, for Literacy” student-generated literacy LEADERSHIP practitioners. While teacher technicians Chatham, N.J., [email protected], @heatherrocco) initiatives and recommendations for im- B.5 Modeling Leadership through transmit knowledge, reflective practitio- Chair: David Padilla plementing the program while developing our Mentor/Student Teacher ners use inquiry to generate knowledge. 10:00 a.m. Monday, room 205-CD authentic community collaborations. Relationships: A Guide for Ethical This is best achieved through collabora- Anne Katz (assistant professor of reading, College INSTRUCTION Adult Collaboration amidst our tion, as reflective practitioners “learn of Education, Armstrong State University, Savannah, 10:00 a.m. B.3 Honoring the Imagination Colleagues and Students when they generate local knowledge of Ga., [email protected]) LEADERSHIP in an Era of Measurement and The primary objective of this presenta- practice by working within the contexts Chair: Tracy Recine C.2 Beginning a Legacy of Lead- monday Standardization tion is to get school leaders who work as of inquiry communities to theorize and 10:00 a.m. Monday, room 211-CD ership: A Conversation about In an educational era unprecedented in teacher mentors, or who support teacher construct their work and to connect it Leadership for New Leaders to larger social, cultural and political is- TECHNOLOGY terms of policies that constrain the curric- mentorship among their faculty, to think In this interactive session, we hope to offer sues” (Cochran-Smith & Lytle, 1999). The B.1 We Saw What You Did This ulum with measurement, standardization more deeply about their philosophy for 11 a.m. - foyer some support for new leaders by taking up and accountability, how do we nurture power-imbalanced relationships between legacy of this collaborative work will be some of the issues that new leaders face, Summer: Vlogging and Video Fo- explored at three levels: individual, com- MID-MORNING BEVERAGE rum Use in an Online Literature the development of such traits as aes- mentors and student teachers. In their sharing our experiences with starting a book, The Students are Watching, Theo- munity and profession. Presenters will Sponsored by Heinemann new position of leadership; moving from Course thetic appreciation, imaginative thinking and speculation? In this session, we will dore R. and Nancy Faust Sizer remind us emphasize the enhancement of individu- teacher to leader within the same build- This session discusses the impact of share ways to indulge creativity, develop that both explicit and implicit messages als’ sense of professionalism and fulfill- ing/district; how to have difficult conversa- using Google+ video tools to create a vi- empathy, explore life-stories and foster convey our values, beliefs and positions ment, community norms of reflection and tions with staff; how to handle time drain- sual discussion environment in an online each student’s sense of wonder. We see under our students’ gaze. In other words, collaboration, and a larger conception of 11:15 a.m. ing staff; balancing time/energy between graphic novel literature course. We will this as our core mission as English teach- the mentor/student teacher relation- teachers as change agents. management and leadership; how to outline the pedagogy behind the course Kathryn Cubano (English teacher, Hightstown HS, INSTRUCTION ers. Participants will engage in activities ship is constantly under scrutiny and can make change happen; and visions/goals design, how the various technologies N.J., [email protected], @MsCubanoHHS) C.1 From Senioritis to Self Start- that celebrate the power of their right therefore be fertile ground for enacting tips on facilitating meetings. were integrated within the course struc- Carolyn Ross (Leadership teacher, School Sys- brains and the legitimacy of the literary the kind of leadership model that we up: Growing 21st Century Skills Karen Reed-Nordwall (English department chair, ture, successes and failures according tems Improvement Project, Rutgers University, N.J., mindscape. At a time when so many tend might hope to see in our students and in the Secondary ELA Classroom Wylie E. Groves HS, Birmingham, Mich., kr09bps@ to the instructor, and data on student [email protected] @CarolynLRoss) birmingham.k12.mi.us, @kr09bps) the flames of higher test scores, we hope among our colleagues — the kind of lead- It is projected that by 2020, over 60 mil- perceptions of the course structure. The Chair: Emily Meixner, The College of New Jersey, NJ Greg Van Nest (English supervisor, Leonia HS, our legacy will be, as John Dewey said, ership committed to contributing to the 10:00 a.m. Monday, room 211-AB lion American workers will be freelancers, presentation will close with recommen- contractors or temp workers. How might Denville, N.J., [email protected] ) “to keep alive the sacred spark of wonder success of others. Through discussion, Chair: Gordon Hultberg dations on how to apply this discussion the work we do in the ELA classroom help and to fan the flame that already glows.” sharing of data and brainstorming for LEADERSHIP 11:15 a.m. Monday, room 205-CD structure to other educational condi- future action, participants are invited to students prepare for a workforce that Presenters are from Libertyville HS, Ill.: B.7 Rethinking our Work as tions. Attendees will have the option to will require radical autonomy, ongoing Ryan Ebling (English teacher, [email protected]) be collaboratively critical about how men- COLLABORATION participate with the video forum format Kristen Kuceyeski (English teacher, kristen. Literacy Educators: Cultivating self-assessment and a spirit of global col- tor/student teacher relationships can en- C.3 Listening to Each Other: as part of the presentation. [email protected]) hance our classrooms and schools. Leadership Skills through Stu- laboration? In this workshop, I will take Presenters are from Southeast Missouri State Dyan Naslund (English teacher, dyan.naslund@ Jeana M. Hrepich (education faculty, Antioch dent-Generated Initiatives and participants through the “instructional Effecting Meaningful Change University, Cape Girardeau: d128.org) University, Seattle, Wash., [email protected], @ Meaningful Collaborations moves” that lead upperclassmen out of through Collaboration and Men- Kris Baranovic (instructional designer, knbara- Paul Reiff (English department supervisor, paul. jmhrepich) Adolescent literacy involves complicated torship [email protected], SEMOInstructorD) teacher dependency and into a more au- [email protected]) Chair: Fred Roybal relationships between emotionally and In dealing with the problems of staffing Missy Nieven Phegley (associate professor of Chair: Joan Witkus tonomous and accountable mindset as 10:00 a.m. Monday, room 208-CD socially-driven youth and their visual, courses while ensuring high standards, English, [email protected], @drmpheg) 10:00 a.m., Monday, room 206-AB they head into college and careers. Using Chair: Kathy Nelson verbal-rich environments, suggesting our one short text, participants will engage many institutions have turned to prescrip- LEADERSHIP tive requirements in composition, espe- 10:00 a.m. Monday, room 205-AB collaboration need to rethink our work as educators in in three different activities that invite B.6 A Legacy of Collaboration: cially for adjunct and TA faculty. Eastern B.4 Working Collaboratively to some fundamental ways. This session learners to debate, negotiate and col- Supporting Reflective Practi- New Mexico University’s writing program leadership Effectively Implement Instruc- will introduce participants to a program laborate on formative tasks leading to a tioners through Teacher Work model that provides a forum for student took a different approach. In this session, B.2 Implementing and Sustain- tional Coaches written assessment. These activities are Groups leaders to empower their peers and their designed with use of “Falling in Love with three faculty members of the ENMU Lan- ing an Independent Reading Glenbard South is in its second year of Initiative at the Secondary Level This presentation will examine the work school communities regarding the im- Close Reading” (Lehmann and Roberts), guages and Literature department dis- having an instructional coach program. cuss how they redesigned their freshman Independent reading is a critical compo- and legacy of an autonomous teacher portance of literacy. University faculty “Mini Lessons for Literature Circles” The English department chair, assistant composition program to promote better nent of any English language arts class- work group initiated by the presenters collaborate with school administrators, (Daniels and Steineke), “Oh Yeah?!” (Wil- principal, and one of the instructional student outcomes and faculty morale by room. At the secondary level, however, to facilitate collaboration with four nov- teachers, students, counselors and par- helm, Smith and Fredericksen) and “The coaches will present strategies for collab- cultivating a collaborative environment independent reading often falls to the ice teachers. Presenters will share the ents — as well as university students and Writing Teacher’s Strategy Guide” (Peha). orating to improve teachers and overall and avoiding prescriptive curricula. The de- wayside as teachers struggle to meet the structure, activities and outcomes of this individuals in the community (local au- Oona Abrams (English teacher, Chatham HS, Cha- programming. Participants are encour- partment embraced an environment that expectations of rigorous state standards mode of collaboration and outline the thors, book publishers, members of the tham, N.J., [email protected], @oonziela) aged to bring smart devices. Chair: Katie Decker stressed collaboration and mentorship, and local curriculum expectations. Dur- role that teacher work groups can play in public library, university staff) who make Presenters are from Glenbard South HS, Glen Ellyn, Ill.: 11:15 a.m. Monday, room 205-AB which allowed for the successful adoption ing this session, the presenter will show Linette Chaloka (English department chair, helping new and experienced teachers significant contributions to the program’s

12 - CEL 2015 Convention | Minneapolis Twitter: @cel_ncte/#CEL15 CEL 2015 Convention • Minneapolis­ - 13 reading diet comprises a limited number collaborative work rather than the exer- of complex core books. cise of coercion or force through hierar- 12:30 p.m. Elizabeth Clain (principal, Mamaroneck HS, N.Y., chical ‘hard power.’” Team leaders’ use [email protected] ) of soft power, in which leaders negoti- Margaret Groninger (English department chair, ate legitimacy for resolving disputes and monday Mamaroneck HS, N.Y., mgroninger@mamkschools. achieving goals, is vital to work in curricu- org, @mgroning) Annie Ward (assistant superintendent for curricu- lar alignment to standards, assessment 12:30 p.m. CEL LUNCHEON, AWARDS ROOM 200–CDE lum and instruction, Mamaroneck Public Schools, development and curricular backward N.Y., [email protected], @annietward) design. The legacy of leadership through Chair: Bill Chinn soft power is a culture of effective com- 11:15 a.m. Monday, room 208-AB munication that allows teachers to rise to challenges, take risks and engage in 11:15 a.m. LEADERSHIP effective collaboration. C.5 Men Are From Mars. . . Presenters are from Glenbrook South HS, Glenview, Ill.: Women Are From Venus: Using Debbie Cohen (English teacher, dcohen@glen- monday brook225.org, @debcohen) the Best of Both Worlds to Be a Marshall Harris (English teacher, mharris@ monday KEYNOTE ROOM 200–CDE More Effective Leader of theoretical practices that would prob- glenbrook225.org) CEL Innovative What traits do women and men possess Afrodite Skaouris (English teacher, askaouris@ ably not be considered otherwise because that help them run meetings, make deci- glenbrook225.org, @askaouris) Leadership Award CAROL JAGO they challenge the role of teacher as ex- sions, and be supportive? In this presen- Chair: Kathy Nelson pert, like reading practices and classroom The 2015 winner is Alan Brown, of Introduction: Tracy Recine, Pascack Valley High School tation, participants will first engage in an 11:15 a.m. Monday, room 211-AB Wake Forest University in Winston- mentorship, i.e., Kittle, Gallagher and Mill- interactive activity to identify the differ- Salem, N.C er; grammar instruction, i.e., Weaver; and ences between the ways men and wom- INSTRUCTION Investing in the Realms of Gold: process instruction, i.e., Bartholomae and This award is en lead. After identifying these attributes, C.7 Bringing Poetry to Life! Graff. Faculty will discuss both the journey given to an Why Children Deserve More participants will discuss and prioritize the A unique and dynamic experience, Po- early/mid-career toward collaboration and the specific ways most effective traits needed to be a dy- etry Alive! engages attendees with an leader in recogni- Literature, Art, Dance and Music those changes have/are changing class- namic leader. Using specific situations exciting exploration of poetry through a tion of his or room practices. The liberal arts are besieged on all work and to understand how others that all leaders face, participants will dramatic lens. Poetry Alive! presents in- her innovative Presenters are from Eastern New Mexico University, leadership at the fronts. According to the Wall Street may live and work differently. The evaluate the most successful methods. teractive demonstrations and activities, Portales: local, regional Journal, Japan is retooling its public arts offer access to other cultures, focusing on specific domain content in Carol Erwin (department chair, Languages and Finally, participants will leave with some and/or national universities, sacrificing liberal-arts other worlds as well as insight into Literature department, [email protected]) takeaways to implement immediately, the supporting literacy coaching strand level. programs “in collaboration with one’s own. Poetry helps us make Opal Greer (Writing Program director, opal.greer@ including templates and other ideas to that encourages bringing poetry and CEL associate chair Heather Rocco a business community eager for sense of experience; it also allows enmu.edu) adapt to their specific leadership needs. poets to life in the classroom. They will said, “[Alan’s] many contributions to better-skilled graduates.” But what teenagers to see that they are not Carol Singletary (Writing Program instructor, pre- Tara Nieves (English department chair, Vernon provide attendees with many methods of teachers and policy makers has clearly does it mean to be better-skilled? alone. Carol Jago will address how service teacher educator, [email protected]) Hills HS, Ill., [email protected], @VHEngNieves) approaching the text to improve literacy, established [his] place as a leader Chair: Jo Lockwood Paul Reiff (English department supervisor, Liber- In this global society, students CEL leaders can amplify the arts comprehension, cultural understanding, who makes it possible for all of us to 11:15 a.m. Monday, room 206-AB tyville HS, Ill., [email protected], @paulmartinreiff) need to be able to understand the in language arts classrooms -- a empathy and a greater appreciation for glimpse new possibilities, develop a Chair: Matt Marone context within which they live and legacy worth working towards. reading and writing poetry. They will also sense of comfort with unfamiliar tech- INSTRUCTION 11:15 a.m. Monday, room 208-CD include contextual activities that enable nologies and strategies, and venture C.4 From Classroom to Work- educators and students to thoroughly into exciting new teaching and learn- LEADERSHIP Carol Jago has taught English essays continue to appear shop: Leading Adaptive Change understand and focus on how poetry ing opportunities.” in middle and high school for in educational journals and C.6 Using “Soft Power” to Create for the Benefit of Adolescent strengthens learning across the curricu- Nicole Sieben wrote that “[Alan] pro- 32 years and is associate di- online forums. a Legacy of Collaborative Com- Readers lum. Poetry Alive! empowers educators to posed a special issue for the English rector of the California Read- Carol Jago edits Califor- In this interactive session, three leaders municators Journal focused on sports literacy. . .Dr. ing and Literature Project at nia English, the journal of prepare 21st century learners with criti- UCLA. She served as presi- from a diverse suburban New York high In the last decade, Glenbrook South cal thinking activities, in-depth analysis Brown has also created and maintains the California Association a sports literacy blog that offers up- dent of the National Council of Teachers of English, school will share their journey-in-progress High School’s English/ELL/Broadcasting and communication skills. It partners of Teachers of English and is to-date information about the latest and worked on the plan- to expand and diversify the reading cur- Department has utilized formal teacher currently chair of the College with educators to prepare students to research and young adult novels in ning committee for the riculum by putting students’ self-selected leaders at each grade level to advance thrive in the interconnected and diverse Board’s English Academic 2009 National Assessment sports literacy. Advisory committee that independent reading on the front burn- department goals. The leadership moved world community. Get your students ex- for Educational Progress “He recognizes the importance of oversees the SAT, AP Litera- er. The high school English department from an “independent contractor” model cited about literacy and making connec- (NAEP) Reading Framework innovation and reimaging in educa- ture and AP Language exams. chair, principal and district assistant su- to collaborative course teams, while us- tions across the curriculum. and the 2011 NAEP Writing Framework. ing previous years’ informal teamwork as tion and has an established record of She has published many books including Carol was the consulting author on the perintendent for curriculum and instruc- Presenters are from Poetry Alive!, Asheville, N.C.: creativity in the classroom and in his With Rigor for All: Meeting Common Core HMH Collections series. She was award- a foundation. The team leaders facilitat- tion will summarize decades of compel- Carney Gray (producing director, poetry@poetry- research endeavors. His students have Standards for Reading Literature and ed the 2015 International Literacy As- ling research on the value of high volume ed communication between teachers to- alive.com, @#PoetryAlive) described him as ‘inspirational’ and Cohesive Writing: Why Concept Is Not sociation’s Adolescent Literacy Thought of high success reading, then engage ward course goals by using “soft power,” Michelle Schwantes (co-owner and president, ‘engaging’ and have noted that they Enough. She has also published books Leader Award and has been named by participants with the question of why a a concept explored in a 2013 article by [email protected]) remember the heuristics activities and on contemporary multicultural authors the U.S. Department of Education to Chair: Doris Bey for NCTE. Carol wrote an education col- serve on the National Assessment Gov- substantial “knowing-doing gap” persists David H. Eddy Spicer in Mind, Culture, lessons he has taught them long after 11:15 a.m. Monday, room 211-CD umn for the Los Angeles Times, and her erning Board (NAGB). in many high schools where students’ and Activity. Soft power, Spicer says, “re- they leave his classroom.” lies on influence. . . through consensual,

14 - CEL 2015 Convention | Minneapolis­ Twitter: @cel_ncte/#CEL15 CEL 2015 Convention • Minneapolis­ - 15 Mary Luckritz (English/fine arts division head, INSTRUCTION District #214 Rolling Meadows HS, Rolling Mead- D.5 Teaching Writing Hope: Path- 2:45 p.m. ows, Ill., [email protected], @Mluckritz) ways to Building Writing Compe- Chair: Rebecca Sipe 2:45 p.m. Monday, room 205-CD tencies in Secondary Schools monday This session will illustrate the mutually TECHNOLOGY beneficial collaboration between a college e-portfolio. These innovations (or “en- 3:45 p.m. coffee and D.3 Just Get Out of Their Way: professor and a high school English teach- abling skills”) build toward a capstone WARM COBBLER bar er/department head who share the vision presentation delivered to colleagues, Student-Centered Leadership in Sponsored by Heinemann the 21st Century Classroom of building secondary students’ writing mentors, family and friends in celebration competencies through developmentally- After a lifetime of following directions, of students’ evolution as “transformative appropriate and pedagogically innovative how do we get our students to lead? intellectuals” (Giroux, 1988) or scholar- methods. The presenters will share best How can we, as educators, actually teach practitioners. Sharing this program model practices, teaching and training strate- 2:45 p.m. more by “teaching” less? In this session, I intends to catalyze dialogue and imagi- Susan Chenelle, lead teacher, Univer- gies and authentic assessment methods will share the steps I have taken to trans- nation toward enhanced systemic lead- 4:00 p.m. sity Academy Charter HS, Newark, N.J., for delivering meaningful writing instruc- form my classroom into a student-cen- ership resulting in meaningful capstone [email protected], @UsingInfoText) monday tion to secondary students and teachers. Panels tered, risk-taking environment in which experience. Audrey Fisch (English professor, New Jersey They will also confront the difficulties of in- Presenters are from the University of Nebraska- City University, [email protected], @audreyfisch) students assume authentic leadership E.1 How do we leave a legacy? LEADERSHIP dividualized writing instruction with large Lincoln: Cherish Rebecca Skinker (graduate roles, celebrate their successes, face fail- What will your verse be? D.1 A Leader’s Legacy: Mentor- secondary and college classes. Through a Lauren Gatti (assistant professor, Teaching, Learn- student, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, ure head-on and learn skills that are both Bil Chinn (St. Albert, Alberta, Canada, ing Matters research grant funded by the NCTE Con- ing and Teacher Education, [email protected]), [email protected]) based in current national standards and Sarah Thomas (assistant professor, English edu- [email protected]) Chair: Chris Bronke All current, past and prospective Emerging ference on English Education, the pro- applicable to the global community. Stu- cation, [email protected]) Anne Padilla (adjunct reading specialist, 4:00 p.m. Monday, room 206-AB Leaders fellows and mentors are invited to fessor has been able to provide onsite dent samples, professional reflections, Chair: Oona Abrams Bowling Green HS, Ky., anne.padilla@bgreen. attend and participate in lively and wide- training, curricular materials and online kyschools.us) unit templates and a toolkit of relevant 2:45 p.m. Monday, room 211-AB E.4 How do we facilitate conversa- ranging discussion. Varying fellow/men- opportunities to secondary schools that Virena Rossi (supervisor of English language tions that build capacity through digital resources will be provided as well, arts, Mahwah HS, N.J., [email protected]. tor working strategies and approaches, provide important insights about student COLLABORATION ensuring that all who attend are provided nj.us) professional development? outcomes, insights, epiphanies and even and teacher interactions with the newly Lori Dolezal (literacy coordinator, Barre, the tools necessary to “get out of their D.7 State Level Resources for Edie Weinthal (Pascack Valley Regional High frustration/disappointment will be shared developed “writing hope” pathways frame- Vermont Agency of Education, lori.dolezal@ way” and encourage genuine leadership Literacy Leaders School District, Montvale, N.J., eweinthal@ and addressed, as well as exciting news work and curricular ideas. vermont.gov, @ladolezal) among their students. Participants are The Wisconsin Department of Public In- pascack.k12.nj.us) regarding a proposed Leaders’ Legacy: Gordon Hultberg (English teacher and depart- Julie Malcolm (instructional coach team lead, encouraged to bring an internet-connect- struction includes a Literacy and Mathe- Chair: Lynn Aprill Emerging Leaders Sponsorship/Donor ment head, Intermountain Christian School, Utah, North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, ed device and a willingness to let go. matics Team, which works to build capac- 4:00 p.m. Monday, room 205-AB Initiative, further enabling CEL to continue [email protected]) Carey, [email protected] ) Matthew Morone (English teacher, Pascack Val- Nicole Sieben (English professor, The SUNY Col- ity, share knowledge, develop resources and to further diversify support for emerg- E.2 How do we strengthen Lisa Richardson (assistant professor (reading/ ley High School, Hilldale, N.J., mmorone@pascack. lege at Old Westbury, N.Y., Siebenn@oldwestbury. and promote leadership across the state. reading specialist), University of Alaska South- ing leaders. teacher education programs and k12.nj.us, @MrMorone) edu, @Teach4JusticeNS), The purpose for this session is to pro- east, Juneau, [email protected]) Bil Chinn (St. Albert, Alberta, bilchinn@telus- mentor new teachers into the Chair: Tracy Recine Chair: David Lange vide examples of how the combination Chair: Janice Schwarze planet.net ) 2:45 p.m. Monday, room 206-AB 2:45 p.m. Monday, room 208-CD of state-level data and perceived need profession? 4:00 p.m. Monday, room 208-AB Anna Roseboro (Grand Rapids, Mich., ajrose- Rebekah Buchanan (assistant professor/ [email protected]) for support informs the development of INSTRUCTION LEADERSHIP director of English Education at Western Illinois E.5 What concepts should we con- Chair: Bil Chinn resources for English language arts edu- University, Macomb, [email protected] ) D.6 Depicting our Programs: sider in regard to social justice? 2:45 p.m. Monday, room 205-AB D.4 Leveraging Leadership Les- cators and leaders in the state of Wiscon- Jessica Gallo (assistant professor of cur- sons: Harnessing Literature for Using Visual Representation to Willa Jackson (English teacher, Sherwood sin. The “top three” resources that will be riculum and instruction, University of Montana, Middle School, Columbus, Ohio, wjack- COLLABORATION Our Students and Ourselves Think about Program Coherence highlighted focus on speaking and listen- Missoula, [email protected]) [email protected]) D.2 Developing Successful Col- This interactive, discussion-based session and Innovation ing, writing, and text complexity. In order Bailey Herrmann (education department, Emily Meixner (associate professor of English, laborations regarding Reading will provide models for exploring the lead- The University of Nebraska-Lincoln of- to maximize change, these resources University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, herrmanb@ The College of New Jersey, Ewing, [email protected]) ership lessons in the literature we teach fers a two-year secondary English Edu- were developed in a train the trainer mod- uwosh.edu) Rachel Scupp (English teacher, Grover Middle and Writing Amanda Stearns-Pfeiffer (assistant Although there is no magic formula that and will include strategies for discovering cation program that functions in a ju- el, providing research, instructional ideas School, West Windsor-Plainsboro, N.J., rachel. professor of English, Oakland University, Calif., [email protected]) defines successful collaboration, we know the lessons in new texts. Together, we will nior and senior cohort structure and and reflection on teaching practice and [email protected]) Yolanda Stewart (literacy coach,Sherwood that there are key attributes that are likely examine ways of developing a workable reflects Backwards Design (Wiggins and choices for leaders to take back to their Chair: Maydie Bombart vocabulary for discussing leadership both McTighe, 2005). Session facilitators local contexts. The English language arts Middle School, Columbus, Ohio, ystewart5@ to promote success. Join me as part of a 4:00 p.m. Monday, room 205-CD gmail.com) within and beyond literature across all lev- facilitated discussion on what works best will share a schematic of their program and literacy consultants at the state level Jennifer Wanat (English teacher, Sherwood to develop collaboration regarding reading els, and participants will emerge with more model highlighting recent developments develop the resources, gather feedback E.3 What should be consider- Middle School, Columbus, Ohio, jwanat6757@ and writing across curriculum and within tools to examine leadership in the class- that advance students’ leadership abili- from outstanding educators in the field ations in promoting columbus.k12.oh.us) our communities. In this session we will room, in the department, at the school and ties and professional efficacy. Highlights and disseminate the resources through- leadership across a building and Chair: Anna Roseboro discuss several models of effective col- in the district. will involve continuous junior and senior out the state. institutions? 4:00 p.m. Monday, room 208-CD laborations from our partnership with the David Padilla (head of Upper School, English “cohort cross-talk” opportunities, peri- Marci Glaus (English language arts education con- teacher, Baylor School, Chattanooga, Tenn., dpa- sultant, Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, local library to interdisciplinary presenta- odic metacognition around leadership [email protected]) development and professional skills ac- Madison, Wis., [email protected], @WisDPILit) tions to utilizing common language across Chair: Heather Rocco quisition, job shadowing, an informal Chair: Brenda Hawkins 5 p.m. SOCIAL, ELECTION RESULTS R00M 200-CDE disciplines. Come listen and/or share your 2:45 p.m. Monday, room 208-AB 2:45 p.m. Monday, room 211-CD expertise on successful collaborations. ELL practicum involving digital storytell- special presentation by poetry alive! ing, and the development of a capstone

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8:05 a.m. welcome Room 200–cde 9:20 a.m. tuesday 8:10 a.m. tuesday round table session 2 room 200-FGH F.7 Developing Leadership through Blogging F.10 Leadership in Writing Workshop Christina Nosek ( K-5 literacy coach/TOSA at Palo Alto Unified School Elsie Olan (language & literacy assistant professor, University of Central round table session 1 Room 200-FGH District, Calif., [email protected]) Florida, Orlando, [email protected]) F.1 Job Embedded Coaching F.8 Vertical Alignment F.11 Turning Literacy Lab Teachers into Katie Decker (English teacher, Central HS, Cheyenne, Wyo., deckerk@ Karen Raino (Language Arts Division chair, Lyons Township HS, Lyons, Assistant Department Chairs laramie1.org, @KatieDeckerCHS) F.4 The Genteel Hillbilly: Respecting the Lin- Ill., [email protected]) David Lange (English Department chair, Hinsdale Central HS, La Grange, Sarah Durst (professional learning facilitator, Center for Education in guistic Legacy Students Bring to the Class- Ill., [email protected], @MrLange1) Small Urban Communities, Champaign, Ill., [email protected], @ room F.9 Stories and Monologues Michael Palmquist (English teacher, Naperville HS, Ill., mpalmqui@ coachescoaching) Debra Knutson (director of composition, Department of English and Jan Buley (English faculty, Literacies and Drama Education, Laurenian hinsdale86.org, @mrpalmquist) Cara Knox Gutzmer (professional learning facilitator, Center for Edu- Humanities, Shawnee State University, Portsmouth, Ohio, dknutson@ University, Sudbury, Ontario, [email protected]) Jill Tylk (English teacher, Warrenville, Ill., [email protected]) cation in Small Urban Communities, Champaign, Ill., caraknox@gmail. shawnee.edu) com, @coachescoaching) Jo Lockwood (instructional coach, Central HS, Cheyenne, Wyo., lock- F.5 Transformative Learning Experiences: In [email protected]), Search of Renewal Brenda Hawkins (assistant professor in education department, Fitch- F.2 Developing Critical Literacy burg State University, Mass., Jamestown, R.I., [email protected]) Kierstin Thompson (English teacher, Downers Grove South, Ill., PhD candidate at University of Illinois-Chicago, [email protected] ) F.6 Professional Development and School- wide Change F.3 Content Literacy and the Reluctant Jackie Hurley (secondary literacy coach, Pinellas County Schools, Fla., 10:25 a.m. [email protected]) Reader Elaine Simos (literacy coach, Dist. 99 Downers Grove North HS, Ill., Natalie Croney (English teacher, Bowling Green High School, Ky., [email protected]@DGNLitCoaches) CHRIS BRONKE ROOM 200-CDE [email protected]) Marjorie Thomas (literacy coach, Dist. 99 Downers Grove North HS, Introduction: Edie Weinthal, Pascack Valley Regional High School District Tamara Meigh (district coordinator for language arts and foreign Ill., [email protected], @DGNLitCoaches) languages K-12, Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School District, Baytown, Texas, [email protected]) Christopher Bronke has been teaching English Continuing Conversations for 11 years and is in his fourth year as English Conferences end and people go their own ways, most Department chair at Downers Grove North High armed with the best of intentions to continue the col- School. In this role he teaches ninth grade laborative nature of the event but quickly get bogged honors, evaluates teachers, oversees the literacy down by the reality of day-to-day work. Not this year! coaching program, plans and implements PD Join this collaborative open session in which conference and works with other district leaders on CCSS participants will be given the time, space and support to integration/implementation. He has presented create personal learning networks centered around key nationally on CCSS integration across all subject takeaways from this year’s event. Don’t go home alone; areas and has been featured in The Atlantic go home with a new CEL PLN. for his innovative use of social media in the classroom. Christopher is a member of the Teacher Advisory Council for the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and is a CEL Emerging Leader Fellow. Co-host of the #ECET2 chat and an active contributor to the #SBLChat, #COLChat, and #NTChat, he greatly enjoys the role Twitter plays in education today.

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penny kittle Introduction: Chris Bronke, Downers Grove North High School Book Love: Building Reading Lives that Last Independence is at the heart of the Com- and among readers. We must create a mon Core Standards and at the heart of sense of urgency, agency and responsibil- a reading life that lasts beyond school. ity in learners. Success is ensured in a Call for Proposals : CEL Convention 2016 Adolescents must develop a reading habit classroom where effective, incremental Atlanta, November 20–22 that increases stamina and joy in read- instruction in a predictable progression of Innovative Leadership: Navigating Changes in Literacy Education ing, while increasing the complexity of the skills necessary for students to become Aldous Huxley said, “The vast majority of human beings dislike and • Maximizing change and making • Learning to run effective texts they can independently read. We can critical, thoughtful readers, is combined even actually dread all notions with which they are not familiar. . . it work meetings transform the culture of reading through with accessible and interesting books. Hence it comes about that at their first appearance innovators have • Influencing productive literacy • Being intentional with books, time to read and time to talk with generally been persecuted, and always derided as fools and mad- leadership outcomes men.” • Developing collaborations • Building communities with We all know that change is inevitable. Changes in education, however, • Supporting literacy coaching teams can be extremely demanding on teachers, administrators, students • Enhancing curricular/ • Building leadership instructional design capacity Penny Kittle teaches high school English and is a K–12 literacy and parents alike. How can today’s literacy leaders not only bring about necessary changes but navigate changes imposed upon us? • Diversifying assessment • Contributing to the success of coach in North Conway, N.H. Penny believes all students can be others led to a passionate engagement with literacy. She is the author of Educational policy, standards, high-stakes testing, college readiness Book Love and Write Beside Them, which won the James N. Brit- — these constantly evolving and controversial issues create tension, The Conference on English Leadership encourages interactive, par- ton Award from NCTE. She co-edited Children Want to Write: Donald chaos and concern for the future of education. How can innovators — ticipatory presentations. As a non-profit organization of educators, we Graves and the Revolution in Children’s Writing with Tom Newkirk the fools, the madmen — navigate the rough seas of change? How can are not able to give a stipend or reimburse expenses for this appear- and co-authored two books on writing with her mentor Don Graves. we steer literacy education in the right direction? How can we fight ance. against injustice and focus on promoting literacy? How can literacy Penny teaches in the Summer Literacy Institutes at the University The link to the conference proposal form can be found at http://bit. leaders bring about change, build communities and prepare teach- of New Hampshire and works with teachers throughout the United ly/CEL2016Proposal. Forms must be submitted prior to the April 15 ers for the road ahead? In what ways can innovative leaders expand States, Canada and Asia. Penny has been honored with the 2015 deadline. Any questions regarding proposals should be directed to literacy capacities on the local, state and national levels? Exemplary Leader Award from the Conference on English Leader- Tracy Recine at [email protected]. ship through NCTE. Penny is the founder and president of the Book Join us for the CEL Convention in Atlanta where we will explore these We look forward to seeing you in Atlanta, Nov. 20-22, 2016. Love Foundation, dedicated to donating libraries of 500 books to questions by examining and discussing innovations in literacy leader- teachers throughout the United States and Canada. The Book Love ship. We will work collaboratively, share experiences and reflect upon Foundation has granted $100,000 to teachers in three years. Pen- our practice in order to build our capacities for leadership. ny believes it is never too late to lead an adolescent to satisfying, Tracy Recine, 2016 Program Chair We encourage you to submit proposals for the 2016 CEL Confer- lifelong reading. ence that address the theme for this session, Innovative Leadership, including:

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