Summer Learning Institute 2025

Experience “Changing Lives” with Project Surf Camp (PSC). This half-day session provides unique opportunities for attendees to experience PSC and learn how physical activities enhance students' self-confidence, social skills, and overall well-being and learn the power of activity based learning.

In the heart of California's educational evolution, our upcoming one-hour session, "Cursive Connection: Empowering Literacy through Handwriting," dives deep into the newly mandated cursive handwriting curriculum. This engaging and informative workshop is designed for educators and administrators offering a comprehensive overview of the benefits and techniques of cursive writing, and its pivotal role in boosting literacy rates and cognitive development.

Educators are tasked with educating ALL children at a high level. In order to do this, we must utilize a system that helps educators understand student learning, obstacles to that learning and ways to impact learning in positive ways. Learn how to use the Instructional Rounds model of professional collaboration to observe, discuss and analyze student learning. This hands-on model will revolutionize your school/district professional learning community and current practices. The best part of this model is that you don't need to buy a program to implement it. Teachers, site administrators and district leaders will learn the power of instructional rounds and how to effectively implement the process within your educational system to influence change.

Clovis Unified has established a record of academic excellence. Part of this success is Clovis' focus on student data, specifically student growth. This session will cover how Clovis leverages individual student growth data to inform instruction. The valuable insights Dr. Dille provides are beneficial to all staff

This session focuses on understanding the impact of chronic absenteeism, strategies to improve student attendance, and fostering a culture of consistent school participation.

AI will fundementaly change the way we work in educatoin. From simplying administrative loads to supporting students in the classroom. The potential is endless. This sesson will provide an overview and introducation AI in education

John and Jessica Hannigan, renowned educational leaders and authors, will be a featured highlight at this year’s Summer Learning Institute in Morro Bay. With their extensive expertise in behavior systems and student support, they will provide an indepth exploration of their book, Behavior Academies and We. Their session will offer practical strategies and insights into creating structured, supportive environments that foster student success. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how to implement effective behavior systems that enhance school culture and learning outcomes. As part of this experience, every participant will receive a copy of Behavior Academies and We, ensuring they leave with valuable resources to apply in their schools and districts. John and Jessica’s engaging and research-based approach will equip educators with actionable tools to make a lasting impact on student behavior and achievement.

More than ever, we need to be able and willing to engage in difficult conversations. Not to win, but to find common ground in support of our students and families . This means normalizing conflict by changing our mindset about its value and purpose. This session will provide a framework for having difficult conversations that build bridges, strengthen relationships and set clear boundaries. Participants will get a step-by-step guide that shows how to lean into discomfort self regulated in order to to create a solid foundation for change and progress.

This presentation explores the successful implementation of an exemplary Middle College program, focusing on best practices that foster academic achievement, student engagement, and college readiness. Key highlights include effective partnerships with local colleges, course pathway, support systems for diverse learners, and data-driven decision-making. Attendees will gain insights into the challenges faced, solutions developed, and lessons learned, providing valuable takeaways to improve or implement their own Middle College initiatives.

Experience “Changing Lives” with Project Surf Camp (PSC). This half-day session provides unique opportunities for attendees to experience PSC and learn how physical activities enhance students' self-confidence, social skills, and overall well-being and learn the power of activity based learning.