Jonah Avina emphasizes that teachers already possess abundant "pre-existing resources" to succeed in the classroom and urges them to keep and use these rather than feel unprepared. Through personal stories, humor, and practical...
Amazing Animals and Ancient Structures (Five Minute Talks)
Ryan Schrock, Jerry Troyer, Derek Smucker, Dorvan Ropp, Austin Smucker, and Jonah Avina give fascinating facts about the: Komodo Dragon Giraffe Giant Panda Moai Statues Great Pyramid The session closes with a game in which the...
Jonah Avina explores preventing classroom boredom through engaging, educational, and age-appropriate activities that maintain order. He discusses: Principles for Engagement Student Expectations Challenging and Rewarding Students...
This panel discussion covers four main topics, with specific questions and themes explored under each. The topics are: Respect in Schools School Culture School Attendance Parent-Teacher Relationships “Panel Discussion” was...
Jonah Avina uses a fishing analogy to teach three steps for effective presentations: Bait (Introduction): Grab students' attention with engaging methods. Bite (Explanation): Maintain attention with clear, relevant explanations....
Teachers receive tremendous potential when given the awesome responsibility of a classroom of their own. Before too long however, exuberant ideals morph into real needs: information, inspiration, ideas, wisdom, and support. Where...
Help! I've agreed to teach and feel totally unprepared. Do first-year-teachers have pre-existing sources of experience that are useful in the classroom? Where should new teachers look for ideas? Inspiration? Tools? This session...
How do I “catch” my student’s attention? What do I do once they are “on the hook”? What is the purpose of a presentation at the class table? This session is intended for new teachers. Presentation was presented by Jonah Avina at...
Many of us find ourselves in a setting where we must teach more than one grade in one room. Come to this class to find tips on how to be a good time manager while connecting with each student in your class. Managing a Multi-grade...
What does the Bible say about teachers? How can we as teachers follow the Master Teacher? This session is intended for new teachers. The Privilege of Teaching was presented by Jonah Avina, Derek Overholt, and Verlin Miller at...
Five speakers talk for six minutes about various topics. PTA by Derek Overholt Parent-teacher association is important to foster communication between teachers and parents. PTA meetings help to dispel misconceptions, provide...
Do your students receive diplomas? How is the world landscape changing regarding requirements of accreditation? Are your students receiving the credentials they need to participate in Kingdom service opportunities?
Several men who can look at school from both a teacher perspective and an administrative perspective discuss what is needed to help and mentor our teachers as they grow into their challenging roles.
In this session, Derek, Jonah, and Jaydon offer brief windows into their school background and explain their goals for teaching. Listen for the inspiration of others' experiences, and to catch the vision which they have of...
