Biscayne

4-8

Round up Some Activities that Extend Beyond the Text

Speaker: Jane Feber, Mandarin Middle School, Duval County                   

Chair: Kathy Good

Summary: Take your students beyond textbook activities and walk away with a plethora of creative activities that actively engage students in the learning process.

Longboat

K-3

Bringing Words to Life:  Robust Vocabulary Instruction, A Key Element of Reading

Speaker: Jennifer Rush, Consultant, Harcourt Achieve— Rigby/Steck-Vaughn     

Chair: Susan Johnson

Summary: Explore Beck’s research on oral vocabulary instruction and its effect on test scores, comprehension and meeting standards; receive strategies and samples to use in your classroom.

Cedar

3-5

The Art of Reading:  Using Art to Respond to Literature

Speaker: George L. Perkins, Mango Elementary School, Hillsborough County       

Chair: Sharon Hogan

Summary: Come and learn new, fun activities incorporating art and literature.

Marathon

Comprehension Instruction for ALL Students

Speaker: Penny Jadwin, Performance Learning Systems

Chair: Pam Donehew

Summary: Learn scientific-based strategies for teaching students how to read and understand different expository text structures.

Largo

K-12

How to Teach Reading In Mathematics

Speaker: Victoria R. Register, Griffin Middle School, Leon County            

Chair: Jennifer Flynn

Summary: Learn ways to incorporate reading strategies as you teach algebra, geometry, percentages, measurement, fractions, decimals, and word problems.

 Fifth General Session

9:15 – 10:15

Citrus Ballroom

Presiding:  Shirley Gibson, IRA State Coordinator

Introduction of Speaker:  Gail Hannas, FRA Board

Speaker:  Donna L. Knoell, National Reading Consultant

Topic:  The Heart and Soul of Reading

Dr. Knoell will inspire you as she discusses the two essential responsibilities of reading educators—to teach students how to read all types of text and accompanying visuals and to ignite their love of reading.

Sponsored by Florida Reading Association

Closing Celebration

10:30 – 12:00

Citrus Ballroom

Presiding:  Janey Adams, FRA President

Introduction of Speaker:  Karis MacDonnell, FRA Board

Speaker:  Sharon M. Draper, Author, Poet, Educator, 1997 National Teacher of the Year

Topic:  Not Quite Burned Out, But Crispy On the Edges

 Faced with low salaries, overcrowded classrooms, and dwindling public support, teachers are expected to improve student performance, answer public scrutiny, and solve society’s problems—with just a stroke of chalk across a blackboard.  Ms. Draper reminds us of the joy of teaching and offers inspiration, laughter, and encouragement to all who aspire to make a difference in the lives of children.

Sponsored by Florida Reading Association

FRA Feature

12:15 – 1:30

 Azalea A/B

A TIME FOR CELEBRATION

FRA Board of Directors and 2004 Conference Chairs Meeting and Appreciation Luncheon

Presiding:  Janey Adams, FRA President