Pre Conference, Monday 4-6:00pm TITLE: Indiana’s Whole State for Whole Child Approach: A Roadmap for Working With the Whole Child Mental Health Training (Audience College and High School) DESCRIPTION: Indiana Department of Education has been focused on supporting the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) needs for all students IDOE has created PK-12 SEL Competencies that address social and emotional wellbeing through a neurodevelopmental culturally responsive framework The foundation for these competencies has been developed from the most current brain research, social-emotional research, trauma research, and culturally responsive best practices The SEL competencies are designed to be embedded throughout the academic day, impacting the instructional climate of a classroom By using this whole child approach, schools will see an increase in academic performance, emotional well-being for students, and prepare students for post-secondary options PRESENTER(s)/School: Christy Berger, MSW, LSW Education Director of Social, Emotional, and Behavioral Wellness for the Indiana Department of A Block, Tuesday 10-10:45am TITLE: What’s New at NACAC? (Audience College and High School) DESCRIPTION: Stefanie Niles, NACAC’s immediate past-president, will offer an update on several timely issues, including the latest on the implementation of the new NACAC membership model, the search for a new NACAC Chief Executive Officer, the settlement of the US Department of Justice’s investigation and what it means for NACAC and the affiliate organizations, and a progress report on the new Ad Hoc Committee on Leadership in College Admission Stefanie will also share news about NACAC’s 2020 National Conference in Minneapolis in September Bring your questions and comments! PRESENTER(s)/School: Stefanie Niles NACAC Immediate Past President TITLE: The Confidence Code for Professionals: Tips for Negotiating your Needs and Boundaries in the Workplace (Audience College and High School/Professional Track) DESCRIPTION: With an ever-changing workforce, it is common to experience tension in the workplace as you navigate changes in culture, leadership, and practice This workshop will explore how the multi-generational workforce can embrace the shift in culture, and we’ll walk through a simulation for negotiation PRESENTER(s)/School: Nichelle Whitney Indiana University IAS TITLE: Students with Disabilities: Transitioning to College from High School (Audience College and High School) DESCRIPTION: Students with disabilities are provided resources very differently in college vs high school Come learn about the transition students with disabilities experience when moving on to college, the accommodation process, and resources IUPUI has to offer PRESENTER(s)/School: Kevin McCracken IUPUI Taylor Dooley IUPUI TITLE: College Board Update on Using Official SAT Practice in Schools to Improve SAT Scores and Could Lead to College Scholarships! (Audience High School) DESCRIPTION: A study of 250,000 students from the class of 2017 showed that Official SAT Practice can help any student improve their scores—regardless of gender, race, income, or high school GPA In fact, 20 hours on Khan Academy® was associated with an average 115-point increase from the PSAT/NMSQT to the SAT The College Board Opportunity Scholarship guides students through the college planning process and provides the chance to earn money for college along the way without requiring a minimum GPA or SAT score, essay, or application These two programs work hand and hand to help students succeed This session will discuss how counselors or teachers can use Official SAT Practice with Khan Academy during the school day or after to improve students SAT scores that could also lead to college scholarships Come and learn about all the wonderful new updates we have PRESENTERS: Karen Bush Mark Parson The College Board The College Board TITLE: More Than a Tour (Audience College) DESCRIPTION: Getting students on campus is an important piece of the college selection process But is a tour enough? In order for a student to feel confident in their decision, they need to experience the school Learn how a volunteer student organization has taken on the true meaning of what it means to be an ambassador and created a comprehensive visit experience for prospective students that leaves a lasting impression PRESENTER(s)/School: Koryn Parsons University of Southern Indiana TITLE: What Makes Gen Z Click and What High School Students Want You to Know About Their College Search Process (Audience College and High School) DESCRIPTION: In this session, we will explore Gen Z and their obsession with social media We will not only share stunning statistics and social media behaviors, but we will take you beyond the flood of data to fully understand the implications of each channel‘s environment We will also review results from the over 6,400 respondents who took this year’s CollegeXpress user survey We’ll walk through students' insights and perspectives on everything from how they are searching to what influenced their search and decision-making PRESENTER(s)/School: Jennifer Lonchar Carnegie Dartlet B Block, Tuesday 11-11:45am TITLE: C'Mon Man! (Audience High School and College) DESCRIPTION: We’re supposed to collaborate and work well together yet C’Mon Man, let’s be real…we all have our frustrations, questions and uncertainties with one another Watch Admissions and High School Counselor professionals dual it out…defending their profession, expressing their frustrations and explaining the reasons as to why they what they Prepare yourself for a battle but bring your burning and frustrating questions with you! PRESENTER(s)/School: Lindsey Speer Ball State University Ryan Barbauld University of Louisville Kathy Pivonka Cathedral High School Lani Johnston Westfield High School TITLE: Independent Educational Consulting: Understanding the What, Why & How in Indiana (Audience High School) DESCRIPTION: According to professional organizations, there’s an explosion in the independent educational consulting business Attend this session to learn more about what IECs do, why some parents seek additional support beyond what is provided in high schools, and how IECs operate in Indiana and beyond Bring your questions, your concerns, and your curiosity, and an IEC and a school counselor will share their insights and explain how IECs and school counselors can effectively work together to support students and families PRESENTER(s)/School: Amy McVeigh Smart College Selection Mike Jaskoski Avon High School IAS TITLE: Let’s Talk Numbers (Audience High School and College) DESCRIPTION: Indiana and the nation are experiencing a shift in demographics Many topics must be considered when discussing this critical shift Topics of cultural competencies, internal bias, creating equity and general knowledge are key to successfully supporting students of all backgrounds In this session we will discuss the data, the shift, and a few solutions to prepare your high school or post-secondary institutions for the changes to come PRESENTER(s)/School: Ja’Niah Downing Purdue University TITLE: DOE Updates-Indiana Graduation Pathways (Audience High School and College) DESCRIPTION: With the passage of Graduation Pathways, students are now able to individualize their graduation requirements to align to their postsecondary goal No longer must all students fit into the same academic mold, but rather, they can choose the options that best meet their postsecondary needs and aspirations Students can create pathways that serve their educational interests and prepares them for postsecondary educational and career opportunities PRESENTER(s)/School: Michelle Clarke Department of Education TITLE: Managing Anxiety in the College Application Process (Audience High School) DESCRIPTION: With today's intensity surrounding high-stakes college admission and the added complexity of the college application process, itself, many students (and parents) find themselves apprehensive, confused, and overwhelmed What can we as school counselors to help create an environment that tempers and manages some of this distress? Join us for a discussion regarding ways to approach, manage, and eliminate anxiety throughout this process PRESENTER(s)/School: Carrie Poehlein Park Tudor School Lindsay Davis Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School Linda Christy International School of Indiana TITLE: TBA DESCRIPTION: TBA PRESENTER(s)/School: TBA C Block, Tuesday 1:30-2:15pm TITLE: Shine: Using Brain Science to Get the Best from the People You Supervise (Audience High School and College) DESCRIPTION: Our jobs as leaders and supervisors are getting harder and more competitive by the day One of the most critical responsibilities we have is sharing our why and how to help our staff “shine” their brightest Hear how leaders at various institutions use Edward Hallowell’s Self-Report Job-Fit Scale and his five-step approach to maximize their staffs’ potential to present a proven process for getting the best from them You will leave this session with new resources to inspire excellence in your team! PRESENTER(s)/School: Ryan Barbauld University of Louisville TITLE: Test Coordination: How to Make Your Life Easier (Audience High School) DESCRIPTION: Join us for a discussion-based panel presentation to learn new ways of streamlining your SAT, PSAT, and AP test administrations Hear from three high school counselors on how these tests are administered on both a large and small scale PRESENTER(s)/School: Carrie Larrison Westfield High School Stephanie Payne Carmel High School Lindsay Davis Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School IAS TITLE: Systemic Erasure: How safe is Your Inclusion? (Audience High School and College) DESCRIPTION: In 2019, the millennial and GenZ student is leaning more into activism than ever before While higher education is just now grappling with conversations on diversity, what does it mean to show authentic inclusion on your campus? This is a conversation on the harms of only showcasing the “safe-minority” or the passing student in print and online media PRESENTER(s)/School: Nichelle Whitney Indiana University TITLE: DOE Updates- Indiana Graduation Pathways (Audience High School and College) DESCRIPTION: With the passage of Graduation Pathways, students are now able to individualize their graduation requirements to align to their postsecondary goal No longer must all students fit into the same academic mold, but rather, they can choose the options that best meet their postsecondary needs and aspirations Students can create pathways that serve their educational interests and prepares them for postsecondary educational and career opportunities PRESENTER(s)/School: Michelle Clarke Department of Education TITLE: Paying for College, Loan Forgiveness & More (Audience High School and College) DESCRIPTION: Paying for college is a hot topic in both the media and in the minds of families across Indiana We’ll discuss the realities of how people are paying for college, trends in college pricing and the impact of student loan options, repayment and even forgiveness PRESENTER(s)/School: Bill Wozniak INvestEd TITLE: The Future of Enrollment Leadership (Audience College) DESCRIPTION: The work of enrollment leaders has always been shaped by challenges facing higher education The College Board’s monograph, The Future of Enrollment Leadership, drew from a meeting of more than 30 enrollment leaders who considered the challenges and opportunities that will face higher education over the next 15 years Pulling from topics explored in the monograph, this interactive session will be a conversation with enrollment leaders and attendees about how enrollment management has evolved and what we can expect to see in the coming years PRESENTER(s)/School: Jackie Acosta The College Board D Block, Tuesday 2:30-3:15pm TITLE: How to Handle Angry Parents, Upset Students, and Rejection (Audience High School and College) DESCRIPTION: As much as we'd like to, every student will not be admitted to their first-choice university Therefore, as school and admission counselors, managing disappointment is an unpleasant but unavoidable part of our jobs This session discusses strategies and communication tools to use when confronted with those difficult conversations PRESENTER(s)/School: Carrie Poehlein Park Tudor School Nicole Martinez Valparaiso University TITLE: NCAA Recruitment: What Both Sides Need to Know (Audience High School and College) DESCRIPTION: NCAA recruitment can cause confusion between the student-athlete, high school counselor, and institution recruiting the student This session will cover the timeline high school counselors need to be aware of for students in the NCAA recruitment process and how college admission counselors can communicate effectively with their athletic department, the student-athlete and high school counselor Expectations of each level of the NCAA (I, II, III) will be discussed and the requirements for student-athletes to meet in order to be eligible to participate at member institutions PRESENTER(s)/School: Levi Lawson Ball State University IAS TITLE: Recent Changes in Immigration Law and their Impact on College Admission (Audience High School and College) DESCRIPTION: In the past year there have been drastic changes in immigration law that directly affect students on their pathway to and through higher education Learn about these changes from Immigration Attorney, Angela Adams, so that you can contribute to institutional and organizational discussions that need to address these issues as they arise PRESENTER(s)/School: Angela Adams Adams Immigration Law TITLE: Faculty are Friends (Audience College) DESCRIPTION: Faculty are critical to the recruitment process Learn about ways in which you can partner with faculty across campus to guide your recruitment strategy, enhance your communication plan and diversify your campus visit program to create an overall student experience that forms lasting impressions and relationships PRESENTER(s)/School: Koryn Parsons University of Southern Indiana Rashad Smith University of Southern Indiana TITLE: Student Worker Model: From a Small College Perspective (Audience College/First Timers) DESCRIPTION: From the student led campus tours to overnight hosting, learn how Manchester developed a successful student-worker program You’ll find out how you can effectively train student employees and enhance skill sets for your returning students to increase the number of recruiters in the office We’ll leave time at the end for Q&A PRESENTER(s)/School: Travis Adkins Manchester University Nick Rush Manchester University TITLE: National Guard DESCRIPTION: TBA PRESENTER(s)/School: TBA E Block, Tuesday 3:30-4:15pm TITLE: Let’s Focus on Your “Why” and the Impact Professionals Can Have Without be Tempted by the Green Green Grass! (Audience High School and College) DESCRIPTION: Private, Public, Regional Admissions recruiter…oh my! In the world of Admissions we are all tempted to see just how green another Institution or role might be But is the grass always greener on the other side? Let seasoned experts provide perspective and context in to their world…opening your eyes to the opportunities, challenges and day-to-day tasks we all experience in the field no matter the size, location or role within the institution Let’s focus on your “why” and the impact professionals can have without be tempted by the green green grass! PRESENTER(s)/School: Lindsey Speer Ball State University Jennifer Potts University of Alabama Ashley Hardy Franklin College TITLE: Understanding Ways to Help the High School Student Navigate Dual Credits to College (Audience High School and College) DESCRIPTION: A panel discussion with high school and college administration that will focus on transferring Dual Credits and how to help dual credit students through the process PRESENTER(s)/School: Brandy Candler Ivy Tech Laura Hayes Ivy Tech Kelly Waggoner Indiana University Riverton Parke HS Counselor, Bloomfield HS Counselor IAS TITLE: Cross-Cultural Collaboration and Support in Recruitment DESCRIPTION: The multicultural recruitment landscape is served by professionals from diverse backgrounds across the state of Indiana: majority and minority-identifying colleagues The work of supporting and advocating for traditionally underrepresented populations is the responsibility of, not one, but all professionals in our admissions offices We'd like to dedicate some time to hear from a panel of professionals from various backgrounds and identities to learn more about this important work and supporting If you fill the role of a multicultural recruiter, aspire to fill this type of role, or just curious about what we have to say about the responsibility of all admissions officers, this session is definitely for you! PRESENTER(s)/School: Hilary Deardorff Indiana University Whitney Ramsay Butler University Nyree Modisette Marian University Khala Granville Ashaolu Indiana University James Crawley Purdue University TITLE: Criminal and Behavior Disclosures in College Admissions (Audience High School and College) DESCRIPTION: This session will be a presentation focused on the current landscape of college admissions for students who have a prior criminal conviction or disciplinary action at a high school/university It will also focus on the changes and partnerships IUPUI has made to improve access and equity in our admissions process PRESENTER(s)/School: Taylor Dooley IUPUI Matt Moody IUPUI TITLE: GREAT Outcomes for Students: Reverse-Engineering Strategic Enrollment Management (Audience College) DESCRIPTION: GREAT is an acronym that stands for Graduate, Retain, Engage, Admit, and Tell It is an organizing framework that reverse-engineers the strategic enrollment management process by beginning with the end in mind and working backward to develop activities supporting student success outcomes This session will equip participants with strategies for an integrated and aligned approach to strategic enrollment management, including developing action plans that focus on GREAT outcomes for students PRESENTER(s)/School: Boyd Bradshaw IUPUI TITLE: A “DIYers” Guide to Bringing Student Search IN HOUSE DESCRIPTION: We will explore the pros and cons of developing a comprehensive student search plan that includes, print, email, a digital campaign, web-site management, name buying, data capture and CRM engagement PRESENTER(s)/School: Jay Fedje enrollmentFUEL F Block, Wednesday 8:30-9:15am TITLE: The Pros and Cons of Hosting an On-Site Event (Audience High School and College) DESCRIPTION: Many schools are now hosting on-site application days as part of College Go Week or other times during the fall Some colleges participate, some will not or not have staff capacity to attend This session will discuss the pros and cons of hosting on-site application days, best practices from high school coordinating these events, and feedback from college partners on how to make it a successful event PRESENTER(s)/School: Johanna Hess Crown Point HS TITLE: Navigating the UCAS Application Process What Do UK Admissions Look For and How Can We Best Prepare Students? (Audience High School) DESCRIPTION: The number of US students looking to study abroad is on the rise and UK universities have more applications than places available each year This session will discuss the nuts and bolts of the UCAS application to offer practical tips and suggestions for counselors both new to UK admissions, but also those who want to enhance their knowledge and techniques This session will also help counselors better understand how to write the UCAS Personal Statement and Reference which are a key part of the UCAS application and how the UCAS essay is different than US essays Come hear a panel of seasoned counselors with experience in helping students apply and get accepted to the UK universities PRESENTER(s)/School: Linda Christy International School of Indiana Stephanie Smith Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School IAS TITLE: IDOC-Ivy Tech, the Madison Model (Audience College) DESCRIPTION: In a time of record low unemployment, and an increased demand for skilled workers within industry, we have developed a training model to skill up inmates in Indiana The product of a statewide partnership between Ivy Tech Community College and the Indiana Department of Correction (IDOC), this model provides inmates the opportunity to earn nationally recognized industry certifications in high demand fields such as welding, CNC operator, and manufacturing processes The presentation will include an interactive exercise, which will break down the steps in our educational model and we will share the strategies we have developed over the past year and a half that have resulted in nearly a 100% certification achievement rate by female inmates PRESENTER(s)/School: Chris Ponsler Ivy Tech Paula Clark Ivy Tech TITLE: Partnering with Orientation for Enrollment & Retention Success (Audience College) DESCRIPTION: At Ball State University, the Office of Undergraduate Admissions includes the Office of Orientation This unique pairing provides opportunities for employees of the Office of Orientation to have a deeper understanding of the transitions students take from admissions to enrollment and university retention Come hear from these employees about how their understanding of the admissions process guides the orientation experience, and how you can partner with your Office of Orientation to create a similar, smooth transition PRESENTER(s)/School: Samantha Ray Ball State University Allison Murray Ball State University TITLE: A Territory Manager vs A Road Warrior (Audience College) DESCRIPTION: Explore how admissions professionals approach recruitment during travel season Some are road warriors who are gone for weeks at a time trying to touch base with as many high schools as possible Others use various resources, statistics, and previous experiences to create a strategic travel plan Learn about the data and various factors that impact a college rep’s decision to visit This session can inform admissions counselors of resources to consider when planning travel season It can also inform high school counselors as to what college reps consider when scheduling visits and making return visits PRESENTER(s)/School: Valerie Allen University of Southern Indiana TITLE: SAGE Scholars DESCRIPTION: SAGE Scholars is the nation’s oldest and largest private college preparation and funding organization Through our Tuition Rewards® program, SAGE Scholars has been helping families secure the best possible private college education at an affordable price for over a quarter of a century Since our inception, nearly million families have enrolled students All at no cost ReadySetCollege.org, brought to you by SAGE Scholars, is a comprehensive private college and career planning website Please join me as I share how ReadySetCollege.org will be an asset for you and your students PRESENTER(s)/School: Ginny Johnson, MS SAGE Scholars G Block, Wednesday 9:30-10:15am TITLE: Your Authentic Self: Going Beyond the Viewbook During Admissions Presentations (Audience College/First Timers) DESCRIPTION: What sets your admissions presentation apart from other presentations? In the words of late Maya Angelou, “…people will forget what you said… forget what you did, but [won’t] forget how you made them feel.” Join us for a session on how to be your authentic self as a recruiter and what it means to create a tailored experience for your territory PRESENTER(s)/School: Nichelle Whitney Indiana University TITLE: ACT DESCRIPTION: TBA PRESENTER(s)/School: TBA IAS TITLE: LGBTQ+ Students in Transition – High School and College Perspectives (Audience High School and College) DESCRIPTION: Come learn from professionals on both sides of the desk about navigating the transition to college with LGBTQ+ students Topics will include high school Gender Sexuality Alliances (GSAs), high school gender support plans, unique needs of transgender students, data privacy, and resources found at the college and national level PRESENTER(s)/School: Taylor Dooley IUPUI Shannon Fritz Whiteland Community High School TITLE: Working with and for Transfers (Audience College) DESCRIPTION: TBA PRESENTER(s)/School: TBA TITLE: Did It Work and What’s the ROI? Test, Track, and Report on Your Enrollment Efforts (Audience College) DESCRIPTION: It’s easier to request more budget for events or new technology if you are able to track whether it works and that the investment yielded results We’ll talk attribution modeling, tracking, and reporting PRESENTER(s)/School: Will Patch Niche TITLE: Raise Me DESCRIPTION: TBA PRESENTER(s)/School: TBA Roundtable Conversations, Wednesday 10:30-11:00am TITLE: Current Conversations on NACAC’s Code of Ethics and Professional Practices (Audience High School and College) DESCRIPTION: The discussion regarding the CEPP is continuing at the national level and will hopefully be in a place to share current information with state affiliates next year PRESENTER(s)/School: Sue Stemen Park Tudor Lori Green Butler University TITLE: INACAC Government Relations Committee (Audience High School and College) DESCRIPTION: A conversation to share the committee’s work present and future PRESENTER(s)/School: Kariny Contreras-Nunez Purdue University TITLE: INACAC Strategic Plan Survey Results (Audience High School and College) DESCRIPTION: Join us to hear the results of the recent survey shared within our community PRESENTER(s)/School: Ja’Niah Downing Purdue University TITLE: First Timers Wrap Up (Audience High School and College) DESCRIPTION: A time to gather and discuss your first time experience at Conference and where you can go from here PRESENTER(s)/School: James Crawley Purdue University ... High School and College) DESCRIPTION: A time to gather and discuss your first time experience at Conference and where you can go from here PRESENTER(s)/School: James Crawley Purdue University