Looking for tips on responding to angry emails, answering difficult questions, posting on social media and accessing tools to help you communicate in all aspects of your role? In this dynamic session led by the district communications team, you will learn essential strategies and practical skills for effective communication with parents, students and the broader community. Don't miss this opportunity to sharpen your communication toolkit!
To navigate difficult emotions effectively, it's essential to engage a different aspect of our mind. This presentation will explore strategies from the evidence-based model of Acceptance and Commitment Training (ACT), designed to help individuals detach from challenging emotions, stay grounded in the present, and take purposeful actions aligned with their core values. We will also share case studies highlighting how these strategies have supported both educators and students in managing emotional challenges.
Participants will be able to identify strategies to unhook from difficult emotions Participants will be given tools to help manage stressful emotions Participants will learn how general problem solving strategies may increase difficult emotions
Bobby Huffman is an intervention and behavioral specialist at Jones Middle School in the Upper Arlington School District with 20 years of teaching experience. He holds a master's degree in applied behavior analysis from The Ohio State University. During his studies at Ohio State... Read More →
Wednesday August 6, 2025 10:00am - 11:15am EDT UAHS 3104
Pete Scully and Laura Mickens will review pre-tax savings vehicles that are available to UA employees in addition to STRS. This review will cover the HSA, Section 125 plan, 403b, 457b, and 401a programs and approved vendors.
During the 24-25 school year, a committee of Upper Arlington School’s administrators, teachers, and students was formed to advise on the purpose, principles and use of GenAI in our schools. The presentation will address what Generative AI is, provide an overview of the work of the GenAI Committee including the draft guidance for staff and students, and share updates on the piloting of GenAI tools for staff and students. The committee recognizes that AI is a powerful tool that presents both opportunities and challenges
Join us for an introduction to the Upper Arlington Education Foundation (UA+Ed) and Alumni Association, dedicated to supporting students and staff across UA schools. Learn about the history of the foundation, its mission, and the impact it’s had through recent grants awarded across the district. We’ll also review the UA+Ed grant application and explore ways that we can partner with you to bring innovative and meaningful learning opportunities to your students.
In this session, superintendent of schools, Dr. Hunt introduces the work of Chip and Dan Heath. Participants will explore how brief experiences can have lasting and transformational impacts on their lives and lives of others. Learn how to create more impactful experiences, whether designing a more engaging lesson, crafting a memorable customer experience or building stronger relationships. Participants will leave with one designed experience that will positively impact students and/or staff within the Upper Arlington Schools.
Thursday August 7, 2025 8:30am - 9:45am EDT UAHS 3103
During the 24-25 school year, a committee of Upper Arlington School’s administrators, teachers, and students was formed to advise on the purpose, principles and use of GenAI in our schools. The presentation will address what Generative AI is, provide an overview of the work of the GenAI Committee including the draft guidance for staff and students, and share updates on the piloting of GenAI tools for staff and students. The committee recognizes that AI is a powerful tool that presents both opportunities and challenges
This presentation will help new staff to the district to learn how to use their district technology. Staff will learn best practice with district technology and to get a running start on the school year.
Join us for an introduction to the Upper Arlington Education Foundation (UA+Ed) and Alumni Association, dedicated to supporting students and staff across UA schools. Learn about the history of the foundation, its mission, and the impact it’s had through recent grants awarded across the district. We’ll also review the UA+Ed grant application and explore ways that we can partner with you to bring innovative and meaningful learning opportunities to your students.
As professionals trained to focus on others, sometimes it’s easy for school staff to neglect their own needs. With this in mind, Syntero is offering a Self-Care Presentation based on Pooja Lakshmin’s book Real Self-Care: A Transformative Program for Redefining Wellness (Crystals, Cleanses, and Bubble Baths Not Included). The workshops will focus on setting boundaries, self-compassion, and living by your values.
