Learn from colleagues in this interactive workshop. We’ll watch several teachers model a math class, discuss their strengths and suggest improvements, and try to answer any questions you may have.

Why are successful teachers successful? Whether they have read these principles of the art of teaching or not, they are practicing them. Don’t let the title mislead you; this class goes beyond teaching theory and gets so practical that you can use what you learn here on your first day of school.

Jacob Peters explores how to cultivate a peacemaking culture in Christian school classrooms, emphasizing the role of teachers and school board members in fostering Christ's values to resolve conflicts and build a vibrant, God-honoring environment. Some main points are:

• Christ-Centered Culture

• Understanding and Resolving Conflict

• Peacemaking Steps

• Proactive Teaching

• Conflict as Opportunity

Listen to more keynote sessions from the 2025 Midwest Teachers Week

1. The Teacher Who Models Care and Humility

2. The Classroom that Cultivates Peacemaking

3. The Students Valued as Image-bearers

4. The Mission of Kingdom Impact

Join us for a practical workshop on how to grow music culture in your school. Learn simple strategies to build student engagement, encourage worship, and create meaningful musical experiences.

There are so many ways for teachers to become harried. In this session, we’ll discuss some of the things that give teachers heartburn. Be prepared to share your own stressors, then come back for tomorrow's session to explore some remedies.

All students (and teachers) have abilities and weaknesses. Maximizing ability goes hand in hand with minimizing weakness. In this class we want to discuss some practical ways to work with both disability and giftedness in our classrooms.

Am I prepared to teach school? Where do I start? What is most important? If you feel like an elephant that has been dropped into the ocean, this class will give you some techniques and strategies to help keep your head above water!

Teaching little ones to read is a rewarding experience that can lay the foundation for a lifelong love of learning. In this workshop, we want to look at some ways that can help a child flourish in reading and also his comprehension of what he is reading.

An iPhone can effortlessly solve mathematical problems. But it’s much more brilliant to utilize a God-grown apple. Within it we find geometry, algebra, and questions such as: Can Math be more than rules and memorization?

We will be talking about some tips for teaching a typical language lesson. Come prepared to share your successes or struggles with teaching middle grade language.

“There should be no such thing as boring mathematics.” Edsger W. Dijkstra

Come watch a first-grade math class, then join in a group discussion on ways to make math ‘stick’.

It can be a challenging time of life for children and the parents. What, if any, is our roll as school leadership/teachers as they navigate this season of change? We will have time to discuss real life experiences and practical application to set them up for success later in life.

We expect our students to be disciplined in our classrooms and we want them to grow into disciplined, useful adults. What standard of discipline do you hold yourself to? Being disciplined is a godly principle that affects all areas of your life. Come discuss and share how discipline impacts you and your teaching

How does music affect a child? Is music class important? In this workshop, we'll consider the impact music can have in a child's life. We'll also explore some practical ideas for making music class profitable and encouraging singing.

It has been said there are no "bad" students only unmotivated ones. How does that apply to teachers. In this workshop we want to discuss the importance of high motivation, how it comes "naturally" and how to gain it when it doesn't. We also want to discuss some of the dangers that accompany high motivation and the connection between low motivation and "burnout."

Our schools teach many things, and character development weaves throughout our curriculum and activities. We will talk about ways and areas to focus our energies, including the most important element.

A school that does not produce knowledgeable students is like a chef who does not produce edible food: a misnomer. Yet we may feel hesitant about the pursuit of knowledge. Is it a noble goal? We’ll explore this question, and we’ll discuss ways to create a culture of curiosity and knowledgeability in your classroom.

Is this student with failing grades just lazy? Why is Lynette always uptight on test day? How do I know how much to push George? Is Trevor's hair trigger temper a sign of ADHD? Or is it just ADAM's disease? We will look at the some of the common situations we face with difficult students.

Jacob Peters talks about building vibrant school cultures, highlighting teachers’ pivotal role in shaping the culture. He addresses:

• Culture Defined

• Teachers as Influencers

• Faith-Based Foundation

• Humility and Empathy

• Spiritual Connection

Listen to more keynote sessions from the 2025 Midwest Teachers Week

1. The Teacher Who Models Care and Humility

2. The Classroom that Cultivates Peacemaking

3. The Students Valued as Image-bearers

4. The Mission of Kingdom Impact

What does the Bible say about teachers? How can we follow the Master Teacher?