KSDE Safe and Supportive Schools Conference: Full Schedule

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8:00am CDT

Supporting Students PK-8 OPEN

Thursday May 8, 2025 8:00am - 8:50am CDT

In this session, educators will explore effective strategies for addressing and supporting the social and emotional needs of students in and out of the classroom. With growing recognition of the impact mental health and emotional well-being have on learning outcomes, this session will offer practical tips and tools to help create a supportive school environment where students feel safe, understood, and equipped to manage their emotions, as well as socialize in a safe and supportive way.

Speakers

Mallory Jacobs

Lead Elementary School Counselor and KSDE CLC, Whitson Elementary- Topeka Public Schools

Mallory Jacobs is a dedicated school counselor and advocate, currently serving as the lead counselor at Whitson Elementary in Topeka Public Schools. With over a decade of experience, Mallory has made a lasting impact on students, families, and staff, earning recognition as the Kansas... Read More →

Nick Brummet

Middle School Counselor & School Counselor Leader Coordinator, USD 379-Clay County Schools & Kansas Department of Education

Nick is a middle school counselor at USD 379, Clay County Schools. He also works part-time for the Kansas Department of Education as a Counselor Leader Coordinator, and serves on the board of the Kansas School Counselor Association.

Thursday May 8, 2025 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
KING B 60

Social Emotional/Trauma Informed Care

9:00am CDT

From Chaos to Calm: Practical Strategies for Student Regulation OPEN

Thursday May 8, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am CDT

KING B

Dysregulation in students can disrupt learning and relationships, but educators can make a profound impact by fostering co-regulation and teaching effective self-regulation skills. This session will explore the neuroscience of dysregulation and offer practical, research-based strategies inspired by Dr. Lori Desautels, Robyn Gobbel, Dr. Mona Delahooke, Dr. Bruce Perry, and Dr. Dan Siegel. Participants will walk away with actionable tools to create a classroom environment that supports regulation, connection, and student success.

Speakers

Stephanie Holloway

School Social Worker, Washington

Thursday May 8, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
KING B 60

Social Emotional/Trauma Informed Care