[Conference program], 2001

Recognition Programs Georgia Department of Education
1870 Twin Towers East Atlanta, Georgia 30334

For Exemplary Educators
February 2-3, 2001
Atlanta Marriott-Gwinnett Place 1775 Pleasant Hill Road at Crestwood
Duluth, Georgia
Georgia Department of Education Linda C. Schrenko
State Superintendent of Schools

Federal law prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, or national origin (Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964); sex (Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 and the Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Applied Technology Education Act of 1990); or disability (Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990) in educational programs or activities receiving federal financial assistance.
Employees, students, and the general public are hereby notified that the Georgia Department of Education does not discriminate in any educational programs or activities or in employment policies.
The following individuals have been designated as the employees responsible for coordinating the department's effort to implement this nondiscriminatory policy.
Perkins Act--Jimmy Hogg, Vocational Equity Coordinator (404) 657-8317 Title VI--Betsy Howerton, Legal Services (404) 656-4689 Title IX--Betsy Howerton, Legal Services (404) 656-4689 Section 504 and ADA--Betsy Howerton, Legal Services (404) 656-4689
Inquiries concerning the application of the Perkins Act, Title VI, Title IX, or Section 504 and ADA to the policies and practices of the department may be addressed to the Georgia Department of Education, Twin Towers East, Atlanta 30334, (404) 6562800; to the Regional Office for Civil Rights, Atlanta 30323; or to the Director, Office for Civil Rights, Education Department, Washington, D.C. 20201.
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Friday, February 2

9:00 - 11:30 a.m.

Registration
Hotel Check-In (as rooms become available)

11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Georgia Ballroom - Salons A and B

Kickoff Luncheon "Value Our Experience . . . Hear Our Voices"
Moderator: Dr. Ed Floyd Department of Education

Presentation of Colors North Forsyth High School MCJROTC Forsyth County Schools Paula Gault, Superintendent Directors: Major C. E. M. Kelly, Jr. Gunnery Sergeant Jack Snook Principal: Mike Weaver

Welcome Introduction of Participants
Linda C. Schrenko State Superintendent of Schools

Invocation Bill Gambill Department of Education

LUNCHEON MENU
Tossed Greens with Tomatoes, Carrots, Cucumbers, and Croutons,
Assorted Dressings Stuffed Chicken Breast Diavlo Andoullie and Cornbread Stuffing Lightly Seared Accompanied by a Choron Sauce
Roasted New Potatoes Herbed, Petite Carrots Assorted Rolls and Bread
Key Lime Pie Freshly Brewed Coffee and Decaffeinated Coffee

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Symposium Overview Judith Floyd Department of Education

Organization and Operation of Discussion Groups
Phil Hulst and Dr. Pam Adamson Department of Education

1:30 - 1:45 p.m.

Break

1:45 - 3:00 p.m.

First Discussion Topic "Recruiting, Preparing, and Retaining Quality Teachers"
(For location of meeting rooms and location of group meetings see Page 7.)

3:00 - 3:15 p.m.

Break

3:15 - 4:30 p.m.

Second Discussion Topic "Results-Based Accountability: Rewards and Interventions According to Performance"
(Same groups and meeting rooms as in First Discussion Topic.)

4:30 - 4:45 p.m.

Break

4:45 - 6:00 p.m.

Concurrent Sessions

Centennial Ballroom - Athens

Milken Educator Network Facilitator: Judith Floyd
(This session is for Milken Award-Winning Educators only.)

Independence Ballroom Hall and Walton

National Board Certified Teacher Network Facilitator: Irene Goetz Recorder: Linda Brem
(This session is for National Board Certified Teachers only.)

Centennial Ballroom - Salons A and B "Unwind Before You Unravel" Presenter: Donna Donnelly

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S T PECIAL HANKS
SPONSO RS
Blue Bell Creameries, L.P. Georgia Association of Educational Leaders
Georgia Association of Educators Georgia Department of Education
IMB Corporation Milken Family Foundation Professional Association of Georgia Educators

R S ECOGNITION

TAFF

Judith S. Floyd
Director
Ed Sikes
Symposium Coordinator
Jackie Westry
Conference Registration

Gerri Heard
Program Specialist
Jewell Camp
Administrative Assistant
Sarah Wyatt
Secretary

Marian Dabney
Program Specialist
Merri Heidemann
Graphic Designer

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Biographical Information
Donna Lowry
WXIA-TV 11Alive News
Donna joined WXIA-TV 11Alive News in Atlanta in 1986. In the past six years she has won praise and awards, including two Emmys, for her coverage of everything from child abuse and domestic violence to daycare and educational issues. Donna Lowry's commitment to children is evident because of her personal conviction that each child has a voice that's so rarely heard. She has been the Education Reporter for the past several years at WXIA-TV.
Donna's career in broadcast journalism began while attending Chatham College in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, where she received a B.A. degree in Communications/Administration and Management. She went on to obtain a Masters Degree in Journalism from Northwestern University near Chicago. In addition to her job responsibilities, she currently serves on the boards of several organizations.
James Salzer
Atlanta Journal Constitution
James Salzer joined the Atlanta Journal Constitution in 1999 to cover school reform and higher education. James is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin. During his career he has covered government and politics in Wisconsin, Texas, Florida, and Georgia. He has spent the past ten years covering state government, politics and education policy. He has also served as bureau chief for Morris News Service, the Atlanta bureau for newspapers in Jacksonville, Florida.
He has been a resident of Gwinnett County, Georgia, for 11 years. He has two siblings who are teachers and another who is a university professor.
Burke Brennan WGST-Radio
Burke Brennan, an award-winning radio news journalist, has been employed by News Radio 640 WGST, a 24-hour , seven-day-a-week, news radio station based in Atlanta, since 1996. He has worked for various radio stations across the state of Georgia including WPLO in Lawrenceville and WDUN in Gainesville. He lives in Dacula, Georgia, with his wife Lynn and his three stepchildren.
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7:30 - 10:00 p.m.
Georgia Ballroom - Salons A and B

Milken National Educator Awards Banquet
Sponsored by the Milken Family Foundation in cooperation with the Georgia Department of Education

Entertainment "Rock Around the Clock"
Avondale Elementary Performing Arts Magnet Program
DeKalb County Schools Dr. James R. Hallford, Superintendent
Director: Carl Christian Choreographer: Marialice Carter Principal: Barbara Lackey

Banquet
BANQUET MENU

Fresh Tossed Greens, Red Cabbage, Roma Tomatoes, Carrots, and Sliced Radish
Raspberry Vinaigrette and Peppercorn Ranch Dressings

Petite Filet Mignon served with Bernaise and Cabernet Sauce
Pan-Seared HalibutCumin Encrusted with Lemon Pepper-Caper Sauce

Brown and Wild Rice Broccoli-Squash Medley

Dinner Rolls and Butter

Strawberries Romanoff Parfait Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee, and Iced Tea

Ice cream treats provided by Blue Bell Creameries, L.P.
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Saturday, February 3

7:30 a.m.

Continental "Plus More" Breakfast
Served outside the Georgia Ballroom and the Centennial Ballroom.

BREAKFAST MENU
Chilled Fruit Juices Sliced Breakfast Breads, Danish and Croissants
Butter and Preserves Bagels (toasters available) Selection of Cream Cheeses Breakfast Wraps with Sausage, Egg, and Cheese Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee, and Flavored Teas

8:00 - 9:45 a.m.

Third Discussion Topic "Expanded Career Paths for Teachers Through Progressive Levels of Staff Development
(Same groups and meeting rooms as in First and Second Discussion Topics.)

9:45 - 10:00 a.m.

Break

10:00-11:30 a.m.
Georgia Ballroom - Salons A and B

General Session
Professional Public Media Panel "Communicating Your Message to Public Policymakers"

Moderator Amanda Seals Department of Education

Panel Members

Donna Lowry

Burke Brennan

WXIA-TV, 11Alive

WGST-Radio

James Salzer

Atlanta Journal Constitution

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Biographical Information
Milken Family Foundation
National Educator Awards
The Milken Family Foundation National Educator Awards program provides public recognition and financial rewards to elementary and secondary school teachers, principals, and other education professionals who are furthering excellence in education. By honoring outstanding educators, the program strives to attract, retain, and motivate talented people to the challenge and adventure of teaching. Including recipients announced in the fall of 2000, the program has recognized more than 1,650 outstanding kindergarten through twelfth-grade teachers, counselors, librarians, principals, and other administrators with unrestricted individual Milken Educator Awards of $25,000.
Avondale Elementary School
DeKalb County Schools
Shows to Go 2001 "Rock Around the Clock"
Avondale Elementary Performing Arts Department proudly presents the 2001 touring production of "Rock Around the Clock." This show highlights many songs that topped the charts in the 1950s and 1960s. Shows to Go is comprised of an auditioned cast of students. The troupe performs under the direction of Carl Christian, Avondale Elementary Performing Arts Magnet music teacher; and Marialice Carter, dance teacher. Backstage supervision and sets are provided by Shenise Spann, drama teacher; and by Kristin Smith, art teacher. Barbara Lackey is the principal.
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Biographical Information
North Forsyth High School Marine Corps Junior Reserve
Officers Training Corps
Forsyth County Schools
The cadets presenting our Nation's Colors are from the North Forsyth High School Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (MCJROTC). Students from all high schools in Forsyth County are allowed to enroll in this program. Since its inception five years ago, over 1052 students have participated. The program's objectives are to develop informed and responsible students, to develop leadership and management skills, to promote an understanding of the basic elements and requirements for national security, to strengthen character, and to help form habits of self-discipline.
In addition to attending MCJROTC classes, many cadets are involved in extracurricular activities. In 1999, the Drill Team finished 14th in national level competition. In 2000, the female drill team was ranked first in the Southeast at the Marine Corps Drill Meet and the marksmanship team went to the state marksmanship competition.
Directors of the program are Major C. E. M. Kelly, Jr., USMC Ret. and Gunnery Sergeant Jack Snook, USMC, Ret.
Donna Donnelly
"Unwind Before You Unravel"
Donna Donnelly is the author of Take This Stress and Love It! and creator of "Unwind Before You Unravel--Stress Reduction Using Laughter." Donna has taught at all levels within the public educational system--from elementary through university level. In 1994, she cofounded Life Guides, Inc., which specializes in "Light-Hearted Presentations for Serious Results." Donna consults with trainers and meeting planners on how to 'lighten-up' conferences, seminars, and retreats for more effective participation and retention. She also works directly with client groups through conference break-outs ("Brain Breaks"), seminars, trainings, and personal clarity coaching. Presentation topics include stress control, celebrating change, communications, creating influential relationships, control and choice, and a series of workshops for building facilitation skills. Donna's novel approach ensures a fun-filled presentation that receives rave reviews for both content and presentation style.
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11:30 - 11:45 a.m.

Self-Serve Lunch Box
(Pick up prepacked lunches outside Georgia Ballroom and return to dining room.)

LUNCH BOX MENU
Butter Croissant with Sliced Smoked Turkey, Swiss Cheese, Bacon, and Ham Spiral Pasta Salad Chips Apple Bakery Fresh Cookies Soft Drink or Bottled Water

11:45 a.m. - 1:15 p.m. 1:15 p.m.

Discussion of Group Reports "Voices Heard After Sharing Experiences"
Moderator: Dr. Pam Adamson
Final Remarks Linda C. Schrenko
State Superintendent of Schools

Follow-up Activity A small committee has been selected from participants to meet after the symposium to consolidate the products developed by each work group into one document that will contain a summary of responses to the three discussion topics.
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Location of Meeting Rooms
Meeting rooms are indicated in red.
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Location of Group Meetings

Georgia Ballroom - Salon 1 Georgia Ballroom - Salon 2 Georgia Ballroom - Salon 3 Georgia Ballroom - Salon 6 Georgia Ballroom - Salon 7 Georgia Ballroom - Salon 8 Centennial Ballroom - Salon A Centennial Ballroom - Salon B Athens Room Boardroom 1 Boardroom 2 Atlanta Boardroom Independence Ballroom - Hall Independence Ballroom - Walton
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Group A
Facilitator: Janet Adams Recorder: Burton Dixon
Group B
Facilitator: Joan Akins Recorder: Dr. Eloise Barron
Group C
Facilitator: Nan Melcher Recorder: H. F. Johnson
Group D
Facilitator: Amy Denty Recorder: John Terry
Group E
Facilitator: Bobbi Ford Recorder: Marge Kellogg
Group F
Facilitator: Dr. Kathleen Garber Recorder: Dr. Russ Cook
Group G
Facilitator: Nancy Housand Recorder: Ed Mills
Group H
Facilitator: Vallye Blanton Recorder: Tucker Vaughn
Group I
Facilitator: Cathy Pittman Recorder: Barbara Rous
Group J
Facilitator: Nancy Royal Recorder: Trigg Dalrymple
Group K
Facilitator: Kim Stewart Recorder: Dr. Pam Adamson
Group L
Facilitator: Mona Tucker Recorder: Amy McMurtrey
Group M
Facilitator: Joyce Williams Recorder: Dr. Marian Dabney
Group N
Facilitator: Mary Eager Recorder: Don Splinter