As one of the first to implement the Cambridge International pathway in Arkansas, the Rogers Public School District navigated the uncharted territory of bringing a globally recognized curriculum to the Natural State. Join us for a practical, "nuts and bolts" guide for administrators to launch Cambridge as an accelerated learning opportunity to YOUR district. We will share our firsthand experience and provide a clear roadmap for implementation, covering essential steps like curriculum mapping to Arkansas standards, structuring the master schedule, securing specialized teacher training, and building critical community buy-in. Whether you are actively exploring alternatives to AP and IB or simply curious about the Cambridge model, you will leave with an actionable playbook for your district.
I am an Assistant Superintendent for Secondary Education at Rogers Public Schools. We are currently working on accelerated learning opportunities and the Cambridge International program at our secondary schools. I have been in education in Arkansas for 37 years serving at Assistant... Read More →
Director of Advanced Programs, Rogers Public Schools
Dustin Seaton (Ed.S., Arkansas Tech University) is the Director of Advanced Programs at Rogers Public Schools, and previously held the position of Gifted & Talented Specialist at Northwest Arkansas Education Service Cooperative from 2017 to 2023, where he organized program options for 16 public s... Read More →
The new Woodland Junior High School in Fayetteville is being designed as a next-generation model for sustainable and wellness-focused school construction. Through thoughtful architecture, natural materials, abundant daylight, and strong connections to outdoor learning environments, the campus prioritizes the emotional well-being, health, and academic success of adolescents.
The project is pursuing WELL Building Standard certification, placing student mental and physical wellness at the center of the design, while also incorporating sustainable construction strategies that reduce environmental impact and create healthier learning spaces.
This presentation explores how Woodland Junior High’s integrated approach to sustainability, wellness, and educational design can serve as a replicable model for school districts seeking to build environments that support both student well-being and environmental responsibility.
Meredith Hendricks is a leader in the realm of sustainability and buildings and her passion for improving the built environment has shaped clients’ corporate policies and decision making at the highest level. As Vice President of Sustainability for Entegrity, Meredith leads the... Read More →
Deputy Superintendent, Fayetteville Public Schools
Dr. Williams has dedicated 36 years to public education, building a career defined by unwavering commitment, compassionate leadership, and a deep belief in the transformative power of schools. Throughout her tenure, she has been a tireless advocate for marginalized students, working... Read More →
Tuesday July 28, 2026 11:30am - 12:15pm CDT Grampas (MCC)
With so many presentations focusing on why schools need to become a PLC, and what they are, my proposal is a “nuts and bolts” active participant session where the focus will be on “How” to build high performing teams quickly utilizing the PLC process. This will give any administrator, or guiding coalition, an authentic experience on how to implement a PLC. Specifically, the focus will be on how to create norms that work, agendas that track, table talk roles for building high functioning teams, and a process (unpacking documents, cycle of inquiry checklist, example CFA’s aligned to unpacked standards, and an example of how to leverage Google to stay organized and build transparency) that focuses on the 4 questions in a way that makes sense so teams quickly move from “forming” to giving high quality CFA’s, and learn effective strategies from each other, and start real tier 2 intervention in months and not years.
Join Rogers Public School District Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Education Mr. Charles Lee, Director of Advanced Programs Mr. Dustin Seaton, and District Math Specialist Erin McCain as they present their district's plan for middle school math acceleration. Learn how to accelerate students the right way—without skipping essential "power" standards—while ensuring data is at the heart of every decision made.
I am an Assistant Superintendent for Secondary Education at Rogers Public Schools. We are currently working on accelerated learning opportunities and the Cambridge International program at our secondary schools. I have been in education in Arkansas for 37 years serving at Assistant... Read More →
Director of Advanced Programs, Rogers Public Schools
Dustin Seaton (Ed.S., Arkansas Tech University) is the Director of Advanced Programs at Rogers Public Schools, and previously held the position of Gifted & Talented Specialist at Northwest Arkansas Education Service Cooperative from 2017 to 2023, where he organized program options for 16 public s... Read More →
Join Rogers Public School District Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Education Mr. Charles Lee, Director of Advanced Programs Mr. Dustin Seaton, and District Math Specialist Erin McCain as they present their district's plan for middle school math acceleration. Learn how to accelerate students the right way—without skipping essential "power" standards—while ensuring data is at the heart of every decision made.
I am an Assistant Superintendent for Secondary Education at Rogers Public Schools. We are currently working on accelerated learning opportunities and the Cambridge International program at our secondary schools. I have been in education in Arkansas for 37 years serving at Assistant... Read More →
Director of Advanced Programs, Rogers Public Schools
Dustin Seaton (Ed.S., Arkansas Tech University) is the Director of Advanced Programs at Rogers Public Schools, and previously held the position of Gifted & Talented Specialist at Northwest Arkansas Education Service Cooperative from 2017 to 2023, where he organized program options for 16 public s... Read More →
Explore how newer AP course offerings create meaningful entry points into rigorous, accelerated learning while helping students prepare for life after graduation. Courses highlighted include AP Seminar/AP Seminar English 10, AP Business with Personal Finance, AP Precalculus, and AP Cybersecurity.
Participants will gain practical strategies to expand AP programs, strengthen alignment to graduation pathways, and equip students with the career-ready skills needed for success beyond high school.
Explore how Advanced Placement resources can support subject acceleration and advanced coursework readiness. Participants will explore how AP formative and summative data, provided through AP Classroom and AP Instructional Planning reports, can be used to monitor student progress and guide instructional adjustments. Participants will also explore how AP Potential can be used to identify students for future accelerated coursework through AP.
Participants will leave the session ready to create action plans for using AP data to impact student outcomes.
