CALL FOR PRESENTERS
2017 After School Counts Off to a Great Start Conference
August 9-10, 2017
Vineyard Columbus Community Center
Proposals Due: May 30, 2017
Who is After School Counts?
After School Counts hosts the annual Off to a Great Start conference and is a program of the Educational Service Center of Central
Ohio serving all Franklin County Ohio public school districts and beyond.
What is the overall objective of the conference?
The annual Off to A Great Start (OTAGS) conference provides a forum for developing a peer professional network, reinforcing
professionalism after school field, sharing best practices, strengthening professional knowledge and providing skills for increasing
the quality of after school programs. Most importantly, we want after school professionals to know that their work is important and
makes a difference in the lives of children and their families.
What is the theme of the 2017 OTAGS Conference?
The 15th Annual Off to a Great Start conference will explore the opportunity OST professionals have in
cultivating children’s growth. Guided by the question, "did you hear about the rose that grew from concrete"
the two-day conference will center on inclusivity and meaningful engagement as attendees receive tools,
tangible ideas and resources to better understand and respond to children’s needs. Together, from
neighborhood to neighborhood, community to community, we will explore our common
purpose and present diverse perspectives toward our collective goal to nurture student success!
WORKSHOP CRITERIA: The OTAGS Conference is looking for workshop proposals that align well with conference theme and
correspond with one of the themes listed below:
Social Emotional Learning
 Safety and Prevention, Child Development and Behavior, Poverty, ELL, Health & Wellness, Trauma-Informed Practices, Special
Needs, Creating Safe Spaces, and Engagement
Curriculum & Content Development
 Incorporating School Day Curriculum, Experiential Learning, Arts and Academic Education, Nutrition and Fitness, Global
Learning, Literacy, Social Studies and Civic Engagement
Administration & Leadership
 Engaging Parents, Community and Business Involvement, Professionalism, Access to Funding, Collaboration with Schools,
Mentoring, Volunteer Recruitment
WORKSHOP PROPOSAL GUIDELINES
1. Complete the Workshop Info Form, including a detailed content plan for a 90-minute workshop/training.
2. Include a complete description of the workshop as it will appear in the conference program.
Please note: Selected sessions will be interactive and hands on, with content easily translated and applied to the
attendee’s afterschool setting with content addressing conference theme directly.
3. Proposals are due May 30, 2017. Workshops will be announced in late June 2017.
4. Selected facilitators will need to complete Ohio Approval processes through OCCRRA Professional Registry, Instructor and
Training Approval. Please note: OTAGS Coordinator will support presenters in Ohio Approval process.
Presenter Workshop Information Form
Presenter(s) Information:
Name(s): _________________________________________________________________________________
Organization: _____________________________________________________________________________
Mailing Address: __________________________________________________________________________
Phone: _____________________________________
Email: ___________________________________
Presenter credentials/brief bio (credentials will be listed in the conference program):
Workshop Preferences: Below are dates and general times. Please select preferred presentation times.
 August 9th: morning
 August 10th: morning
 August 9th: afternoon
 August 10th: afternoon
Additional availability requests or notes:
Participation: Do you plan to participate in the conference beyond presentation(s)  Yes
 No
Description of Session for Program Please limit to 100 words. Description will be used in the conference program booklet.
Describe in clear, simple language the objectives, content and ways participants may use the information.
Target Audience (check all that applies):
 Pre-K
 6-8
 K-2
 9-12
 3-5
 Administrators
Max Capacity: maximum number of participants
Space set up: lecture, small tables, etc.
Audience Level:
 Beginning: Session planned for participants with limited background in
the content.
 All Levels: Session planned for attendees of all experience levels.
 Advanced: Session planned for attendees who have experience and
knowledge in the session content.
 Administrative: Session planned for attendees who have
administration experience and knowledge.
Supplies:
Please indicate the supplies needed and the amount of each you will need.
Easel/ flip chart paper:
TV/VCR:
Overhead Projector:
Dry Erase Board:
Post it notes:
CD Player:
Box of Markers:
Tape (list type):
Handout Copies (include qty)
Paper Clips:
Other:
Other:
**Presenters will receive a reduced conference registration and workshop supplies. All other expenses will be the
responsibility of the presenter.**
Technology needs for your session:
Additional supply needs or requests:
**All spaces are smart/AV capable and HDMI connections available if you bring your own laptop.
Please be sure to detail your technology plans and needs.**
Send questions and completed form to: Andrea Summers, OTAGS Coordinator at [email protected] by
May 30, 2017.
Training Workshop Content Plan
Title of Presentation:
Learner Objectives
List 3 objectives for the
session participants using
measurable, behavioral
terms (e.g. describe, discuss,
list, demonstrate, state,
explain, identify, plan,
utilize, etc.)
Alignment to Core Knowledge
List the competency or competencies
from the Ohio Core Knowledge and
Competencies (CKC) document that
best align to the learning objective
described (1-3 competencies per 3-hour
session).
Outline of Content
Provide an outline of the content to be
presented for each objective.
Restatement of the objective is not
acceptable as content.
Timeframe
State the number of
minutes per objective
(NOTE: Must add up to the
total minutes for the
session).
Teaching Method
Describe the teaching
method and learner
assessment methods to be
used for each section of
session, i.e. lecture,
demonstration, small group
activity, discussion, etc.
Please indicate the type of evaluation method or tool you will use for evaluation of the presentation (e.g. agency supplied evaluation form, conference
evaluation form, pre-post-test, participant presentation, etc.)
Post evaluation method (e.g., post card mailed to participants, electronic survey, technical assistance vi sit, conference call, community of learners, etc.)
Research. What research supports the importance of the session topic?