Mini-Monday Minute
August 31, 2018

EARLY BIRD RATE AND HOTEL ROOMS STILL AVAILABLE
We've had a flurry of registrations and phone calls, so we are extending the discount rate. We appreciate how some of you had to engage in the paperwork hustle to get everything submitted! We have just crossed over 225 registrants. Conference information is on our special site & linked on the IMLEA website. You may register now (filling names in later if needed) or reserve hotel rooms at our special rate as long as they last. Attendees may be registered by purchase order, credit card, check, or PayPal. You may also join IMLEA at the same time to take advantage of the member discount. While many schools use Title II funds for this, you may also use Title IV. Did you request funds for future conferences in the grant applications due today?
We are so pleased by the support of the Indiana Department of Education in sending presenters. In addition to Chief Academic Officer, Dr. Ken Folks, you will also have the opportunity to learn about the latest news in programs, including Mulit-Tiered Systems of Support(MTSS), Indiana Career Explorer (INCE), the K-8 Computer Science Standards, NCTM's Principles to Actions, and the Comprehensive Needs Assessment Tool. These presenters include:
•Christy Berger, Assistant Director of Social Emotional Behavior & Behavioral Wellness
•Erin Staulbaum, Senior School Improvement Specialist
•Ben Carter, Director of Workforce and Innovation
•Dr. Jennifer Jensen, Assistant Director of Mathematics
•Jacob Koressel, Computer Science Specialist
Keynote and Featured Speakers
Sunday Keynote: Ben Glenn "The Chalk Guy" keynote on Sunday will probably be unlike any you have ever seen before. We will gain insights from his experiences with ADHD, bullying, and connecting with hard to reach students. You can also read about his Lego project here. | Monday Welcome: Dr. Ken Folks Dr. Ken Folks, Chief Academic Officer for DOE, will now give the welcome on Monday morning. Dr. Folks is a former superintendent of East Allen County Schools. middle school principal and teacher, IMLEA member, and more. | Monday Opening: Janie Ulmer Janie Ulmer is the Director of the Hamilton Southeastern Fishers Academy and an expert in trauma-informed schools. She also has experience in virtual learning and mathematics, including at the middle level. |
Sunday Keynote: Ben Glenn
Monday Welcome: Dr. Ken Folks



The first-ever Indiana Sci-Fi & Horror Writers Festival brings together established sci-fi and horror authors with their teen audiences to celebrate all things speculative and creeptastic! During this day-long extravaganza at the Indiana State Library, aspiring young writers are invited to explore new genres, ask questions and bring to life their own literary creations.
The festival has been designed for teens ages 13-19. Adults are welcome only as chaperones for teen attendees. Registration is free!
If you are bringing 6 or more teens from more than 50 miles away, you are eligible for a travel stipend. (Apply by September 21.)
Check Out These Dates!
Now through Dec. 31: Horace Mann gives away a 3D printer every month
September 1: Forum Credit Union Teacher Grants Due
September 4: Lilly Teacher Creativity Grants Due
September 4: DOE Webinar, 4 pm ET, Escape the Classroom with Google Expeditions
September 10-14: Indiana Digital Citizenship Week
September 10-19: DOE webinars on iLearn, incl ELA, Math, SS, and Sci
September 14: Deadline for Jacobs Educator Fellowship
September 16-17: IMLEA Annual Conference
September 18: DOE Webinar, 4 pm ET, Computer Science Standards in the K-8 Classroom
September 22: Free Museum Day (Each person who registers can get two free tickets.)
October 20: Indiana Sci-Fi & Horror Writers Festival for Teens, Indiana State Library
October 25-27: AMLE Conference in Orlando
Just for Fun: Have a Great Weekend!

Time's Up!
Indiana Middle Level Education Association
Shirley Wright, Executive Director
Susie Highley, Director of Operations
Please note our new fax number: 317-454-0749