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DTSTAMP:20260520T102944Z
DTSTART:20260616T203000Z
DTEND:20260617T003000Z
SUMMARY:Project Surf Camp Experience (optional)
DESCRIPTION: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.
CATEGORIES:INSTRUCTIONAL
LOCATION:Coleman Park\, 101 Coleman Drive\, Morro Bay\, Ca 93442
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://summerlearninginstitute2026.sched.com/event/ec84cf9aa623f28fb794fe686f61b774
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DTSTAMP:20260520T102944Z
DTSTART:20260617T150000Z
DTEND:20260617T154500Z
SUMMARY:Check-In\, Breakfast\, & Vendor Visitation
DESCRIPTION:Get checked in\, eat a great breakfast\, visit our vendors\, and network!
CATEGORIES:NETWORKING
LOCATION:Morro Bay Community Center\, 1001 Kennedy Way\, Morro Bay\, Ca 93442
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://summerlearninginstitute2026.sched.com/event/7ea511fcd71c89c1913a38485c33061d
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DTSTAMP:20260520T102944Z
DTSTART:20260617T154500Z
DTEND:20260617T160000Z
SUMMARY:Conference Opening
DESCRIPTION:Welcome & Introducation
CATEGORIES:GENERAL SESSION
LOCATION:Morro Bay Community Center\, 1001 Kennedy Way\, Morro Bay\, Ca 93442
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://summerlearninginstitute2026.sched.com/event/501bb1969d3c9179693e4342678b8fb9
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DTSTAMP:20260520T102944Z
DTSTART:20260617T161500Z
DTEND:20260617T174000Z
SUMMARY:Impact Mentoring
DESCRIPTION:In this inspiring keynote\, Scott Pickel brings together the central messages of his books\, Impact Mentoring and Impact Artificial Intelligence\, to challenge and equip today’s educational leaders. As artificial intelligence continues to reshape the educational landscape\, Scott emphasizes the enduring importance of human connection\, mentorship\, and purposeful leadership. Attendees will leave with a deeper understanding of how to build cultures of support\, develop people through intentional mentoring\, and embrace AI as a tool to enhance\, rather than diminish\, the human side of leadership. Fresh off presentations at major conferences\, including CASCWA in Sacramento\, Scott delivers a timely message for leaders who want to influence the future with both heart and vision.
CATEGORIES:GENERAL SESSION
LOCATION:Morro Bay Community Center\, 1001 Kennedy Way\, Morro Bay\, Ca 93442
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://summerlearninginstitute2026.sched.com/event/d9a46dc8d6dd10ecdfc05a271a8c0120
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DTSTAMP:20260520T102944Z
DTSTART:20260617T180000Z
DTEND:20260617T190000Z
SUMMARY:Utilizing Data and Evidence-Based Practices to Reduce Chronic Absenteeism
DESCRIPTION:Chronic absenteeism is widely recognized\, but many districts struggle to translate data into effective action. In this interactive session\, participants will explore a small set of high-impact\, research-backed practices that have helped districts improve attendance without adding unsustainable demands on staff. Through a guided discussion of a real-world attendance scenario\, attendees will examine how to identify early warning signs\, engage families supportively\, and align efforts across teams. Participants will leave with 1–2 concrete next steps they can take back to their district.
CATEGORIES:ADMINISTRATIVE
LOCATION:West Auditorium Morro Bay Community Center\, 1001 Kennedy Way\, Morro Bay\, Ca 93442
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://summerlearninginstitute2026.sched.com/event/66cb8a007cba3e10b2f923485f54077c
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DTSTAMP:20260520T102944Z
DTSTART:20260617T180000Z
DTEND:20260617T190000Z
SUMMARY:The Power of Goal Setting: From Students to PLCs to Departments to Districts
DESCRIPTION:Goal setting has the power to create focus\, alignment\, and accountability at every level of an educational system. This session will explore how clear\, meaningful goals can drive improvement from individual students to Professional Learning Communities\, departments\, schools\, and the district as a whole. Participants will examine how goal setting creates coherence across the organization\, ensuring that daily actions\, team collaboration\, and systemwide priorities remain connected to improving student learning and outcomes.\n Attendees will learn how to establish goals that are specific\, measurable\, and actionable\, while also building the structures needed to monitor progress\, reflect on results\, and make timely adjustments. The session will highlight the importance of vertical alignment so that student goals\, classroom goals\, PLC goals\, departmental goals\, and district goals reinforce one another rather than operate in isolation. Participants will leave with practical ideas for creating a goal-driven culture that promotes clarity\, ownership\, continuous improvement\, and stronger results for students.\n\n
CATEGORIES:INSTRUCTIONAL
LOCATION:East Auditorium Morro Bay Community Center\, 1001 Kennedy Way\, Morro Bay\, Ca 93442
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260520T102944Z
DTSTART:20260617T180000Z
DTEND:20260617T190000Z
SUMMARY:Truama Informed Classroom Practices
DESCRIPTION:This session will provide educators with practical trauma-informed classroom practices designed to strengthen student connection\, increase engagement\, and create emotionally safe learning environments. Participants will explore how trauma can affect students’ behavior\, attention\, emotional regulation\, and relationships\, and how these effects often show up in the classroom. The session will emphasize proactive strategies that help educators respond to students with empathy\, consistency\, and structure while maintaining high expectations for learning and behavior.\n Participants will leave with concrete approaches they can implement immediately\, including relationship-building practices\, predictable routines\, co-regulation strategies\, restorative responses\, and classroom structures that reduce stress and support student success. The session will also highlight how trauma-informed practices benefit all students by improving classroom climate\, reducing behavior disruptions\, and increasing students’ sense of belonging\, safety\, and readiness to learn.\n\n
CATEGORIES:INSTRUCTIONAL
LOCATION:Studio Morro Bay Community Center\, 1001 Kennedy Way\, Morro Bay\, Ca 93442
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://summerlearninginstitute2026.sched.com/event/3fef0efcc9ac2d3de90004a528ebc3d2
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DTSTAMP:20260520T102944Z
DTSTART:20260617T190000Z
DTEND:20260617T200000Z
SUMMARY:Lunch & Vendor Visitation
DESCRIPTION:Relax\, stretch\, network and enjoy the hosted lunch!
CATEGORIES:NETWORKING
LOCATION:Morro Bay Community Center\, 1001 Kennedy Way\, Morro Bay\, Ca 93442
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://summerlearninginstitute2026.sched.com/event/1bbc2166afa2906851ff055eb960889c
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DTSTAMP:20260520T102944Z
DTSTART:20260617T200000Z
DTEND:20260617T211000Z
SUMMARY:Student Discipline Basics For Teachers
DESCRIPTION:Teachers have a lot on their plates and are constantly asked to engage in a delicate balancing act of “getting through” the curriculum and managing student behaviors. This session explains the Education Code’s disciplinary structure as it pertains to teacher rights\, with a specific focus on the legal requirement to provide other means of correction prior to most disciplinary removals. Participants will also examine trauma-informed strategies to support students while reducing the need to remove them from class. Ultimately\, teachers will leave this training with a clear understanding of how to implement the discipline code of conduct without violating the rights of their students.
CATEGORIES:ADMINISTRATIVE
LOCATION:Studio Morro Bay Community Center\, 1001 Kennedy Way\, Morro Bay\, Ca 93442
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://summerlearninginstitute2026.sched.com/event/b5f54a842fa44c252bb2959dec3fe018
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DTSTAMP:20260520T102944Z
DTSTART:20260617T200000Z
DTEND:20260617T211000Z
SUMMARY:Trauma-Informed Classrooms: Practical Strategies for Student Regulation and Well-Being
DESCRIPTION:Discover how Madera Unified School District is transforming classrooms through trauma-informed and healing-centered practices within a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS). This session offers hands-on experiences from the district’s professional learning initiative\, including calming station activities\, peer coaching strategies\, and tiered supports like Bounce Back and CBITS. Participants will leave with practical tools\, classroom strategies\, and guidance to create safe\, supportive environments that promote emotional regulation\, belonging\, and academic success for all students.
CATEGORIES:ADMINISTRATIVE
LOCATION:East Auditorium Morro Bay Community Center\, 1001 Kennedy Way\, Morro Bay\, Ca 93442
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://summerlearninginstitute2026.sched.com/event/c2ef404679d3f67309fb320c5f1bf9a2
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DTSTAMP:20260520T102944Z
DTSTART:20260617T200000Z
DTEND:20260617T211000Z
SUMMARY:Courageous Conversations Through Restorative Practice Talking Circles
DESCRIPTION:Fusion Charter School staff return to the PSC Summer Learning Institute in Morro Bay to share an evolved approach to Restorative Practice Talking Circles. Building on prior presentations\, this interactive session introduces a new dimension through the use of Conversation Starter Cards developed by Dr. Nancy Dome of Epoch Education. Participants will engage directly in a Restorative Practice Talking Circle and use Compassionate Dialogue cards to explore statements rooted in generalizations and stereotypes about different groups. Some prompts may feel uncomfortable\, and that discomfort is part of the work. When educators are willing to surface difficult statements in a structured and respectful environment\, they create the opportunity to reflect\, respond\, and grow.\n Grounded in the RIR Protocol\, participants will practice the three steps of the Compassionate Dialogue framework: Recognize it\, Interrupt it\, and Repair it. This experiential session invites educators to engage authentically\, deepen understanding\, and expand empathy through courageous conversation. Rather than seeking performative agreement\, the session is designed to strengthen participants’ capacity to navigate challenging dialogue in ways that build compassion\, trust\, and collaboration within schools and communities.\n\n
CATEGORIES:SEL/TRAUMA/EQUITY
LOCATION:West Auditorium Morro Bay Community Center\, 1001 Kennedy Way\, Morro Bay\, Ca 93442
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://summerlearninginstitute2026.sched.com/event/b50a4b1b62037606041752874c5861fc
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DTSTAMP:20260520T102944Z
DTSTART:20260617T211000Z
DTEND:20260617T213000Z
SUMMARY:Afternoon Break\, Vendor Visitations\, Raffle Drawing
DESCRIPTION:Relax\, stretch\, network and enjoy some afternoon snacks!
CATEGORIES:NETWORKING
LOCATION:Morro Bay Community Center\, 1001 Kennedy Way\, Morro Bay\, Ca 93442
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://summerlearninginstitute2026.sched.com/event/d1258f87a1710c2c28b802fe954b488b
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DTSTAMP:20260520T102944Z
DTSTART:20260617T213000Z
DTEND:20260617T224000Z
SUMMARY:Student Threats: What Is a Threat and What Is Not?
DESCRIPTION:This session will help school administrators distinguish between what constitutes a true student threat and what does not. Participants will explore the legal and practical responsibilities that follow when a threat is reported\, including investigation\, assessment\, documentation\, duty to inform\, and potential disciplinary response. Through real-world examples\, this session will provide guidance to help leaders respond in ways that protect school safety\, support students\, and remain legally sound.
CATEGORIES:ADMINISTRATIVE
LOCATION:East Auditorium Morro Bay Community Center\, 1001 Kennedy Way\, Morro Bay\, Ca 93442
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://summerlearninginstitute2026.sched.com/event/989aa6fc3e738fd482d2fa4e177acdf9
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DTSTAMP:20260520T102944Z
DTSTART:20260617T213000Z
DTEND:20260617T224000Z
SUMMARY:Aligning Organizational Structure and School Culture to Unify MTSS
DESCRIPTION:This presentation offers a practical blueprint for operationalizing a truly unified MTSS by intentionally aligning a school’s organizational architecture with its strong\, positive cultural features. We will share a case study demonstrating how our comprehensive 6-8 &nbsp\;setting achieved system coherence\, moving MTSS from a set of separate initiatives to an integrated framework centered on fostering belonging and inclusion for every student. The session will detail our specific approach\, which starts with inventorying existing assets and strategically mapping them across the three MTSS domains. Key organizational features discussed include leveraging the Professional Learning Community (PLC) structure for academic intervention like “Grizzly Power Hour\,” utilizing specialized support teams (COST/SST)\, and integrating data systems (SWIS/DESSA) to drive decisions. We will specifically highlight how behavioral systems\, such as PBIS and Restorative Justice\, are reinforced by a strong cultural foundation built on positive recognition systems like "GRRR Passes" and "Grizzly Celebration." Crucially\, we will showcase how dedicated cultural elements like "SEL Wednesdays" and the use of the "Grizzly Zen Den" ensure social-emotional health is systematically embedded into Tier 1. Attendees will receive concrete\, actionable strategies for transforming existing meetings and celebrations into powerful drivers of MTSS. This session will provide leaders and practitioners with a roadmap to inventory their own structures and assets\, build cultural buy-in\, and successfully unify their multi-tiered supports\, resulting in improved academic outcomes and a stronger sense of student belonging.
CATEGORIES:SEL/TRAUMA/EQUITY
LOCATION:Studio Morro Bay Community Center\, 1001 Kennedy Way\, Morro Bay\, Ca 93442
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://summerlearninginstitute2026.sched.com/event/faa89e92801c179867d9c64a50936110
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DTSTAMP:20260520T102944Z
DTSTART:20260617T213000Z
DTEND:20260617T224000Z
SUMMARY:Dealing with Drugs: Awareness\, Recognition\, and Prevention
DESCRIPTION:This session\, led by Dr. David Diehl\, Director of Student and Community Services at Selma Unified School District\, delves into the complexities of drug abuse in schools. Drawing from Dr. Diehl's extensive background in both law enforcement and education\, participants will gain insights into various categories of drugs\, understand the signs and symptoms of drug use\, and explore practical intervention strategies. The session will focus on building a tiered approach to prevention and treatment\, highlighting the importance of ongoing education for students\, staff\, and families. Attendees will leave with resources and tools to foster a safer and more informed school environment.
CATEGORIES:SEL/TRAUMA/EQUITY
LOCATION:West Auditorium Morro Bay Community Center\, 1001 Kennedy Way\, Morro Bay\, Ca 93442
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://summerlearninginstitute2026.sched.com/event/663b7fa05e281c7f7a63b9af4ac9ca39
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DTSTAMP:20260520T102944Z
DTSTART:20260618T000000Z
DTEND:20260618T030000Z
SUMMARY:Pizza & Connections: A Hosted Dinner Event
DESCRIPTION:A networking event at Pizza Port. Attendee’s will enjoy their own individual pizza and a drink\, creating the perfect setting for relaxed conversations and new connections. Additional tickets can be purchased for $30.00 from the PSC Staff.
CATEGORIES:NETWORKING
LOCATION:Pizza Port\, 787 Main St.\, Morro Bay\, Ca 93442
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://summerlearninginstitute2026.sched.com/event/d78266dabea7c0729be94d447ca271a2
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DTSTAMP:20260520T102944Z
DTSTART:20260618T150000Z
DTEND:20260618T160000Z
SUMMARY:Breakfast & Vendor Visitation
DESCRIPTION:Hosted coffee and breakfast to get your day started right! Everyone need coffee!!! Hosted by Slo Roasted Coffee
CATEGORIES:NETWORKING
LOCATION:Morro Bay Community Center\, 1001 Kennedy Way\, Morro Bay\, Ca 93442
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://summerlearninginstitute2026.sched.com/event/95d4cf0866bd2f71c5865a5667dd52e5
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DTSTAMP:20260520T102944Z
DTSTART:20260618T160000Z
DTEND:20260618T171000Z
SUMMARY:Navigating Court Orders: What Every School District Needs to Know
DESCRIPTION:This presentation will provide an overview of the most common types of court orders school districts may encounter\, such as subpoenas\, restraining orders\, custody orders\, and more.&nbsp\; The presentation will provide best practices for handling orders effectively and will explain the purpose of each type of order while offering practical guidance on compliance and appropriate responses.
CATEGORIES:ADMINISTRATIVE
LOCATION:Studio Morro Bay Community Center\, 1001 Kennedy Way\, Morro Bay\, Ca 93442
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://summerlearninginstitute2026.sched.com/event/b737fad8470372c24693701e98922cc3
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DTSTAMP:20260520T102944Z
DTSTART:20260618T160000Z
DTEND:20260618T171000Z
SUMMARY:Hope\, Relevance\, and Purpose in Practice: Data-Driven Strategies to Reduce Chronic Absenteeism and Boost Student Outcomes
DESCRIPTION:What if we could predict and prevent future disengagement\, dropout\, and even incarceration—starting in elementary school? This session explores a transformative framework that reduced chronic absenteeism by over 31% in 18 months. Rooted in the doctoral research of Dr. David Diehl and informed by five major longitudinal studies\, this model identifies early warning indicators of student disengagement and leverages them to drive actionable\, tiered interventions.\nInspired by Dr. Diehl’s experiences working with system-involved youth and shaped by the urgent need to support students in marginalized\, under-resourced communities\, Selma USD built a data-informed\, equity-centered approach that prioritizes student voice\, relationship-building\, and community partnership.\nParticipants will learn how Selma’s attendance teams\, comprising social workers and newly hired Community School Liaisons\, utilize predictive data\, early literacy indicators\, behavioral concerns\, and school avoidance patterns to engage students and families proactively.&nbsp\;\nThis session will offer practical insights into:\n\nImplementing a proactive\, tiered attendance intervention model\n\nBuilding systems that identify high-yield predictors of disengagement\n\nStrengthening family-school partnerships through culturally responsive outreach\n\nAddressing root causes of absenteeism\, including academic\, behavioral\, and social-emotional barriers\n\nWalk away with replicable tools\, actionable strategies\, and inspiration to reimagine how data\, hope\, and community can converge to change the trajectory of our most vulnerable students.
CATEGORIES:INSTRUCTIONAL
LOCATION:East Auditorium Morro Bay Community Center\, 1001 Kennedy Way\, Morro Bay\, Ca 93442
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260520T102944Z
DTSTART:20260618T160000Z
DTEND:20260618T171000Z
SUMMARY:Leading in Polarized Times with Compassionate Dialogue
DESCRIPTION: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.
CATEGORIES:INSTRUCTIONAL
LOCATION:West Auditorium Morro Bay Community Center\, 1001 Kennedy Way\, Morro Bay\, Ca 93442
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260520T102944Z
DTSTART:20260618T171000Z
DTEND:20260618T173000Z
SUMMARY:Morning Break & Vendor Visitation
DESCRIPTION:
CATEGORIES:NETWORKING
LOCATION:Morro Bay Community Center\, 1001 Kennedy Way\, Morro Bay\, Ca 93442
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260520T102944Z
DTSTART:20260618T173000Z
DTEND:20260618T184000Z
SUMMARY:Section 504 Essentials: A Guide for Educators
DESCRIPTION:Understanding Section 504 &nbsp\; &nbsp\; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act is a function of general education. &nbsp\;As a result\, many of the general education staff responsible for implementing the Section 504 requirements lack the specialized training typically associated with special education\, even though there are comparable procedural requirements as those found in special education. &nbsp\;This training provides an overview of the Section 504 process\, including eligibility\, assessment\, and child find requirements. &nbsp\;This training is ideal for Section 504 Coordinators and any staff responsible for implementing Section 504 at school sit
CATEGORIES:ADMINISTRATIVE
LOCATION:West Auditorium Morro Bay Community Center\, 1001 Kennedy Way\, Morro Bay\, Ca 93442
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://summerlearninginstitute2026.sched.com/event/2a2933c020615c53f8c8168bbac8d1e5
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DTSTAMP:20260520T102944Z
DTSTART:20260618T173000Z
DTEND:20260618T184000Z
SUMMARY:Prompt Engineering Across AI Platforms: A Concise Session Overview
DESCRIPTION:Session OverviewThis session offers school administrators a practical\, concise guide to prompt engineering for effective AI integration in education. We'll cover the basics of crafting clear AI instructions\, demonstrate applications across common educational AI tools (Gemini\, ChatGPT\, MagicSchool\, SchoolAI\, NotebookLM\, Canva\, Adobe Express)\, and address crucial issues of bias and misinformation. The goal is to equip administrators to lead responsible and strategic AI use\, enhancing efficiency and learning outcomes.
CATEGORIES:INSTRUCTIONAL
LOCATION:Studio Morro Bay Community Center\, 1001 Kennedy Way\, Morro Bay\, Ca 93442
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://summerlearninginstitute2026.sched.com/event/fc0d277680c475525f27d7b8217cfc05
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DTSTAMP:20260520T102944Z
DTSTART:20260618T173000Z
DTEND:20260618T184000Z
SUMMARY:Engaging all Youth: Lessons Learned From Incarcerated Youth
DESCRIPTION:\n\nDr. David Diehl is the CWA Program Administrator for the Sanger Unified School District. Before entering education\, he spent 24 years in law enforcement\, retiring as a police sergeant. His Doctoral research was inspired by the 21 students he lost to gang-related homicides while a teacher in a detention facility in Central California. He has worked extensively with system-involved youth in court\, community day schools\, and other alternative educational settings. He is a proponent of data-informed interventions before the 6th grade and provides educators with increased awareness of the lives of street-socialized students from marginalized communities. He believes this approach can improve student engagement\, increase resilience\, and impede future incarceration. &nbsp\;
CATEGORIES:SEL/TRAUMA/EQUITY
LOCATION:East Auditorium Morro Bay Community Center\, 1001 Kennedy Way\, Morro Bay\, Ca 93442
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://summerlearninginstitute2026.sched.com/event/c0a8c4f788b0a05ba92972aaa3cc34d7
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DTSTAMP:20260520T102944Z
DTSTART:20260618T184000Z
DTEND:20260618T201500Z
SUMMARY:Lunch & Vendor Visitation
DESCRIPTION:Lunch on the Town where attendees are provided $25 to enjoy lunch and support local business. Be sure to be back on time for our great afternoon sessions!
CATEGORIES:NETWORKING
LOCATION:Morro Bay ca 93442\, TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260520T102944Z
DTSTART:20260618T201500Z
DTEND:20260618T212500Z
SUMMARY:What is a Student Threat and What is not?
DESCRIPTION:This session will provide school administrators with a practical understanding of how to identify\, investigate\, analyze\, and respond to student threats in a school setting. Participants will examine the distinction between behaviors or statements that constitute a credible threat and those that do not\, helping leaders avoid both underreacting and overreacting in high-stakes situations. The session will address key components of the threat assessment process\, including investigation\, categorization\, management\, legal responsibilities\, duty to inform\, and potential disciplinary responses.\n Through real-world examples and practical guidance\, attendees will strengthen their ability to make sound decisions that protect school safety while also ensuring fair\, appropriate\, and legally defensible responses. This session is designed to help administrators build confidence in navigating complex student situations\, understanding their responsibilities\, and implementing response systems that are both supportive and responsive to risk.\n\n
CATEGORIES:ADMINISTRATIVE
LOCATION:West Auditorium Morro Bay Community Center\, 1001 Kennedy Way\, Morro Bay\, Ca 93442
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260520T102944Z
DTSTART:20260618T201500Z
DTEND:20260618T225000Z
SUMMARY:Growing Opportunity: The Success of CTE at Kings River High School
DESCRIPTION:Kings River High School has been intentionally and steadily growing its Career Technical Education (CTE) program\, with tremendous success. This presentation will explore the key ingredients behind that growth\, the opportunities CTE provides for students and schools\, and the success stories that demonstrate its impact. Participants will gain insight into how expanding CTE pathways can increase student engagement\, build real-world skills\, and create meaningful futures for students. \n\n
CATEGORIES:INSTRUCTIONAL
LOCATION:East Auditorium Morro Bay Community Center\, 1001 Kennedy Way\, Morro Bay\, Ca 93442
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://summerlearninginstitute2026.sched.com/event/2871e9daf10330532b0fe91f98a4a377
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DTSTAMP:20260520T102944Z
DTSTART:20260618T212500Z
DTEND:20260618T214000Z
SUMMARY:Afternoon Break\, Vendor Visitations\, Raffle Drawing
DESCRIPTION:Relax\, stretch\, network and enjoy some afternoon snacks!
CATEGORIES:NETWORKING
LOCATION:Morro Bay Community Center\, 1001 Kennedy Way\, Morro Bay\, Ca 93442
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://summerlearninginstitute2026.sched.com/event/e281a419889ecd013551007129bf0e45
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DTSTAMP:20260520T102944Z
DTSTART:20260619T000000Z
DTEND:20260619T030000Z
SUMMARY:THE "GRAPES & HOPS BY THE ROCK!"
DESCRIPTION:Over 20 wineries and 6 breweries\, accompanied music and food trucks\, all set against the majestic backdrop of Morro Rock. This event is a remarkable tasting experience of the Central Coast's best wines and ales. This event is included for all attendees. Additional tickets can be purchased for $35.00. Please see one of our great PSC staff for more information.
CATEGORIES:NETWORKING
LOCATION:Coleman Park\, 101 Coleman Drive\, Morro Bay\, Ca 93442
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://summerlearninginstitute2026.sched.com/event/1c804069dd6dc2971cb5d1ec1627e626
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DTSTAMP:20260520T102944Z
DTSTART:20260619T150000Z
DTEND:20260619T154500Z
SUMMARY:Breakfast Coffee and Vendor Visitation
DESCRIPTION:
CATEGORIES:NETWORKING
LOCATION:Morro Bay Community Center\, 1001 Kennedy Way\, Morro Bay\, Ca 93442
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://summerlearninginstitute2026.sched.com/event/51ff5fc1f8df7224ee03aae2069f9de0
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DTSTAMP:20260520T102944Z
DTSTART:20260619T154500Z
DTEND:20260619T165500Z
SUMMARY:Open
DESCRIPTION:This presentation will provide a general overview of legal requirements and best practices for responding to chronic absenteeism and student truancy issues\, including how to address compulsory education laws with a parent/guardian and understanding the role of child find obligations and mental health supports. &nbsp\;The presentation will also provide an update on new laws affecting how schools handle student truancy\, including changes to truancy notification letters.
CATEGORIES:ADMINISTRATIVE
LOCATION:Studio Morro Bay Community Center\, 1001 Kennedy Way\, Morro Bay\, Ca 93442
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://summerlearninginstitute2026.sched.com/event/606ac19a3db05a8d1e092b88e5b475b1
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T102944Z
DTSTART:20260619T154500Z
DTEND:20260619T165500Z
SUMMARY:Defining Growth: Building a System Where All Students Achieve One Year of Growth or More
DESCRIPTION:Sanger Unified has been on a three-year journey to develop and define student growth in a way that can be measured\, monitored\, and analyzed at the district\, site\, grade\, teacher\, and individual student levels. This work is grounded in the district’s commitment to operationalize a clear and ambitious goal: All Students Will Achieve One Year of Growth or More. In this session\, participants will learn how Sanger Unified moved from a broad aspiration around student achievement to a practical system for defining\, tracking\, and using growth data to drive continuous improvement across the organization.\n Attendees will explore the processes\, challenges\, and key decisions involved in building a student growth framework that creates clarity\, ownership\, and alignment at every level of the system. The session will highlight how growth measures can be used to inform instruction\, strengthen collaboration\, guide site and district leadership\, and keep the focus on the progress of every student. Participants will leave with insights into how a district can create a shared understanding of growth\, build systems to monitor it effectively\, and use that work to support higher levels of learning for all students.\n\n
CATEGORIES:INSTRUCTIONAL
LOCATION:West Auditorium Morro Bay Community Center\, 1001 Kennedy Way\, Morro Bay\, Ca 93442
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://summerlearninginstitute2026.sched.com/event/a52c930be87b24b26eb668a0bf62828b
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T102944Z
DTSTART:20260619T154500Z
DTEND:20260619T165500Z
SUMMARY:The Power of CTE to Boost Student Enguagment\, Achievment\, and Outcomes
DESCRIPTION:In this engaging breakout session\, we’ll explore how Career Technical Education (CTE) programs equip students with practical skills that extend far beyond the classroom. Participants will hear how students leverage these skills in part-time jobs while pursuing college\, transition into full-time employment after graduation\, and contribute to their local communities and economy. Join us as we highlight success stories\, discuss strategies for strengthening school-to-career pathways\, and examine the critical role CTE plays in preparing students for meaningful\, sustainable careers.
CATEGORIES:INSTRUCTIONAL
LOCATION:East Auditorium Morro Bay Community Center\, 1001 Kennedy Way\, Morro Bay\, Ca 93442
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://summerlearninginstitute2026.sched.com/event/6248de9da55565b7d5e63752eb0cc966
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T102944Z
DTSTART:20260619T165500Z
DTEND:20260619T172000Z
SUMMARY:Morning Break: Vendor Visitation & Raffle Drawing
DESCRIPTION:A quick morning break to make sure you have your blood flowing!
CATEGORIES:NETWORKING
LOCATION:Morro Bay Communty Center\, 1001 Kennedy Way\, Morro Bay\, Ca 93442
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://summerlearninginstitute2026.sched.com/event/46f60375e7e33a1ff68d0c3b5199f572
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T102944Z
DTSTART:20260619T172000Z
DTEND:20260619T183000Z
SUMMARY:ADA The Only Revenue you Control: Strategic Attendance Recovery
DESCRIPTION:This session will present a strategic framework for reducing chronic absenteeism that not only improves student engagement\, but also helps districts stabilize Average Daily Attendance (ADA) and protect revenue in a time of declining enrollment and rising costs. In one Central Valley school district\, this approach resulted in a 31% reduction in chronic absenteeism at the elementary level within 18 months. In a second Central Valley district\, chronic absenteeism declined to 7% during the 2025–26 school year. These results were achieved through a proactive\, data-driven system that combined actionable attendance data\, early warning indicators\, and targeted intervention strategies to identify barriers to attendance early and respond before absenteeism became entrenched. As districts face enrollment losses and inflation that continues to outpace COLA\, improving attendance is one of the most immediate and practical ways to strengthen ADA\, preserve funding\, and maintain critical student programs and services.\n This session will also highlight how districts can leverage real-time attendance systems such as Ed-Link\, developed by Chris Gocke\, to monitor attendance patterns\, identify students at risk for chronic absenteeism\, and implement timely interventions that improve student outcomes while recovering lost revenue. Participants will explore flexible attendance recovery strategies\, including One-Day Independent Study\, Short-Term Independent Study\, before- and after-school attendance recovery opportunities\, and Saturday academies. These approaches allow districts to recover instructional time\, re-engage students and families\, and maximize ADA in a strategic and student-centered way. Grounded in Dr. David Diehl’s field experience and informed by longitudinal research on early predictors of disengagement\, this presentation demonstrates how data-informed attendance systems and targeted interventions implemented before middle school can improve attendance outcomes while helping districts respond to the financial pressures of declining enrollment and inflationary costs.\n\n
CATEGORIES:ADMINISTRATIVE
LOCATION:West Auditorium Morro Bay Community Center\, 1001 Kennedy Way\, Morro Bay\, Ca 93442
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://summerlearninginstitute2026.sched.com/event/d6a7025133a43f7de46724c1b6540887
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T102944Z
DTSTART:20260619T172000Z
DTEND:20260619T183000Z
SUMMARY:From 63% to 90%: Transforming an Alternative School Through Personalized Competency-Based Education
DESCRIPTION:Over the past two years\, Sem Yeto High School (SY) has experienced a remarkable increase in its graduation rate\, rising from 63% to 82%. As of February 2026\, projections indicate that this rate will exceed 90% for the current school year. Significantly\, SY has also been removed from Comprehensive School Support and Improvement (CSI) status for the first time in recent memory. Additionally\, the school has been recommended as a model for California continuation schools and will be recognized at the upcoming California Continuation School Conference in May. During the accreditation visit by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) in January 2026\, the WASC chair remarked\, “In my 20 years of conducting WASC visits across over 100 schools\, I have never witnessed a school achieve such significant progress in improving student learning in just two years.” What’s the secret behind this success? Join us to connect with the Principal and leadership team from Sem Yeto High School in Fairfield\, CA\, as we explore the critical mindset shifts necessary for implementing a Personalized Competency-Based Education (PCBE) model in an alternative school setting. &nbsp\;In this presentation\, we will take a deep dive into the steps taken\, the challenges faced\, and the mindset changes that facilitated this transformation. Attendees will learn how an alternative program can serve as a laboratory of innovation\, providing valuable insights for other schools in the district as they embark on their own journeys toward adopting the PCBE model.
CATEGORIES:SEL/TRAUMA/EQUITY
LOCATION:East Auditorium Morro Bay Community Center\, 1001 Kennedy Way\, Morro Bay\, Ca 93442
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://summerlearninginstitute2026.sched.com/event/5f490dc4e57ce8d12bd35c65a1c928fb
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T102944Z
DTSTART:20260619T172000Z
DTEND:20260619T183000Z
SUMMARY:Reimagining Education: Building Healing-Centered Schools with the Wise Compassionate Framework
DESCRIPTION:The current education system wasn’t built to hold our full humanity—so it keeps misreading trauma as trouble\, survival as defiance\, and brilliance as disobedience. In this transformational session\, Dr. Felipe Mercado—professor\, consultant\, author\, social worker and former principal—shares how the Wise Compassionate Framework is helping schools reimagine what it means to truly serve.\nBlending clinical depth\, real-life stories\, and systems strategy\, this session goes beyond theory to reveal what happens when schools continue business-as-usual—and what becomes possible when we lead with wisdom and compassion. Participants will:\nReflect on a real-life story that reveals the life-or-death stakes of how we respond to student behaviorUnpack why misbehavior is often misunderstood trauma—and how that misunderstanding drives disconnection and burnoutLearn the core pillars of the Wise Compassionate Framework and how it transforms culture\, climate\, and adult capacityLeave with practical tools that restore safety\, connection\, and meaning in classrooms\, schools\, and systemsThis isn’t just another training or traditional PD—it’s a revolution of care. For adults. For students. For the systems we’ve inherited and the futures we’re building. It’s time to stop repainting the walls—and rebuild the whole damn house\, foundation first.
CATEGORIES:SEL/TRAUMA/EQUITY
LOCATION:Studio Morro Bay Community Center\, 1001 Kennedy Way\, Morro Bay\, Ca 93442
SEQUENCE:0
UID:186aed4d304aae478c67276cb7dc3f3e
URL:http://summerlearninginstitute2026.sched.com/event/186aed4d304aae478c67276cb7dc3f3e
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T102944Z
DTSTART:20260619T184000Z
DTEND:20260619T185500Z
SUMMARY:Closing & Final Raffles
DESCRIPTION:
CATEGORIES:NETWORKING
LOCATION:Morro Bay Community Center\, 1001 Kennedy Way\, Morro Bay\, Ca 93442
SEQUENCE:0
UID:0f3c79e81b868f34a3a4f357f6518985
URL:http://summerlearninginstitute2026.sched.com/event/0f3c79e81b868f34a3a4f357f6518985
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260520T102944Z
DTSTART:20260620T153000Z
DTEND:20260620T190000Z
SUMMARY:Project Surf Camp Experience (optional)
DESCRIPTION: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.
CATEGORIES:INSTRUCTIONAL
LOCATION:Coleman Park\, 101 Coleman Drive\, Morro Bay\, Ca 93442
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://summerlearninginstitute2026.sched.com/event/2d00a1673db318441c245424b82924c1
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