The Summit: Reconnecting to your community, your work, and your why

Education has never been an easy field, and the last few years have magnified the challenges many educators face. We want to offer an opportunity for all of us to remember why we chose this work and why we continue to choose this work.

Join us on Saturday, February 25th! Be ready to hear from local experts, engage with your peers in facilitated sessions, and simply reconnect to your KCTR community and the education community at large. RSVP here!

Notes

• Food: Breakfast and Lunch is provided.
• Plus 1's: All KCTR participants can bring a plus 1! Know a non-KCTR teacher in your building or district who would also love to learn and connect with other educators? Reserve 2 tickets to bring your plus one along!
• PD Hours: The Summit counts as PD hours for KCPS teachers. Show your proof of registration to your admin to receive credit.

Speaker Spotlight: Cornell Ellis

Rise, Run, and Rest: Why Slope Matters in Liberatory Teaching and Learning

This 30-minute keynote will be a thoughtful and inspirational analysis of our roles as Liberation Leaders in our school environments. Using the common mathematical term known as slope (rise over run), we will break down the necessary pieces for alignment with your Liberatory self -- inside and outside the classroom. Participants will leave the session feeling invigorated for the profession and their purpose!

More About Cornell:

Cornell Ellis is a native to Kansas City and is a product of a diverse Kansas City public and private education. After graduating from Rockhurst High School he played football at the University of Missouri-Columbia and while in college, Cornell began his passion for education and justice. He became the Director at the Boys and Girls Club Teen Center in Columbia, MO, while also managing the curriculum for trauma-informed English Language Arts practices at Roosevelt University in Chicago, IL. Cornell received his Bachelor of Arts in History from Avila University with a specialization in Ancient World Studies. After graduating, Cornell taught, managed, instructional coached, and worked in administrative duties for 8 years. Through his teaching success, he was able to participate in and lead advanced professional development opportunities like the National Academy of Advanced Teacher Education (NAATE) and the Better Lessons Master Teacher program. Through Cornell’s passion and vision, he helped found AMPLIFY! Teachers of Color Conference and Brothers Liberating Our Communities (BLOC), which both exist to sustain and increase teachers of color in education. Cornell uses his educational and professional experience to provide a strong understanding of equitable and justice-centered surroundings for schools and leaders through public speaking and consultation with his LLC-- Eggshells Inc. Cornell has led workshops and been a keynote speaker for notable conferences in education and liberation and continues to build creative spaces for liberation. By curating liberatory curricula, creating anti-racist professional development, and providing school systems with supplemental tools for teacher evaluation, Cornell aims to make all schools places where all teachers can thrive and all students can achieve.

We want to see you at The Summit! Throughout the day there will be speakers, activities and connection time all aimed at reconnecting you to your community, your work, and your why.

Have a teacher friend who would like to join? All KCTR members may bring an outside member to this event.