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Reach Cyber - BOY PD 26-27
Get ready to launch the 26-27 school year! BOY PD is your opportunity to connect with colleagues, explore new ideas, strengthen your practice, and be inspired for the year ahead. 
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Tuesday, August 25
 

7:30am EDT

8/25 - All Staff Registration with Team Zero
Tuesday August 25, 2026 7:30am - 8:45am EDT
Registration Area/Grand Ballroom Foyer
All staff are required to register with Team 0 in the Grand Ballroom Foyer/Registration area on both 8/25 AND 8/26.
Tuesday August 25, 2026 7:30am - 8:45am EDT
Registration Area/Grand Ballroom Foyer

8:45am EDT

CEO Welcome & Keynote
Tuesday August 25, 2026 8:45am - 10:00am EDT
Ballroom 1 & 2
Join us as we kick off BOY PD together! All staff are expected to attend our CEO Welcome and Keynote as we celebrate the start of a new school year, connect as one team, and set the stage for an inspiring few days of learning.
Presenters
JS
Tuesday August 25, 2026 8:45am - 10:00am EDT
Ballroom 1 & 2
  General Session

10:45am EDT

How to Win Trust and Phish People
LIMITED
Tuesday August 25, 2026 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
King's Garden 3
Limited Capacity seats available
Think you could fool your coworkers? Prove it.

Work with your team to craft a phishing email designed to fool the room, then see how it holds up when your peers vote. Best phish wins. Prizes and bragging rights included.

Come prepared to lie, manipulate, and deceive—and learn how cybercriminals use those same tactics against you.

No cybersecurity experience required. Questionable morals encouraged.
Presenters
NL

Tuesday August 25, 2026 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
King's Garden 3

10:45am EDT

Navigating Enrollment for Habitually Truant Students: What Staff Need to Know (Option 1)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 25, 2026 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
King's Garden 4
Limited Capacity seats available
Review the enrollment process for habitually truant students who are trying to enroll in Reach. We would also like to talk about advocacy for cyber students and how staff can help.
Presenters
KH
avatar for Benjamin Zweig

Benjamin Zweig

Zone 3
Director of Enrollment
Tuesday August 25, 2026 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
King's Garden 4

10:45am EDT

Robotics at Reach (Option 1)
FULL
Tuesday August 25, 2026 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
Fort Pitt
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.
Through an interactive, play-based experience, participants will explore robotics at Reach and learn how to support robotics in their classrooms while confidently guiding students who show interest in getting involved.
Presenters
avatar for Karen McGahee
Tuesday August 25, 2026 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
Fort Pitt

10:45am EDT

School Choice
LIMITED
Tuesday August 25, 2026 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
King's Garden 2
Limited Capacity seats available
Join Kathy Nagle, Of Counsel at Barton Gilman for a brief review of the history of charter school movement as well as challenges to charter schools generally and cyber charter schools specifically. (This will include the “history of charter schools, and summaries of re-segregation cases, constitutionality cases, and the religious charter school cases.  
Presenters
KN
Tuesday August 25, 2026 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
King's Garden 2

10:45am EDT

Student Safety (Option 1)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 25, 2026 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
Sterlings
Limited Capacity seats available
From Awareness to Action: A Strategic Approach to Student Safety

This presentation offers a comprehensive and practical look at student safety—from understanding current risks to building a culture of prevention, partnership, and resilience. Participants will explore student safety review processes, an introduction to threat assessment, Safe2Say, caretaker partnerships, restorative practices, and student safety data review as essential components of a proactive school safety framework.

A unique feature of the presentation will be an engaging exploration of Sun Tzu’s The Art of War and how its timeless principles of strategy, preparation, intelligence, positioning, and understanding of the environment can be thoughtfully adapted to student safety and family partnerships. Rather than focusing solely on response, the session challenges educators to think strategically anticipating risks, recognizing warning signs, strengthening relationships, and creating conditions where students can safely learn and thrive.

Attendees will leave with practical strategies, new perspectives, and a deeper understanding of how data, relationships, prevention, and strategic thinking can work together to strengthen student safety and family partnerships.
Presenters
avatar for Andrew Hinshaw

Andrew Hinshaw

Director of Student Safety
Director of Student Safety
Tuesday August 25, 2026 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
Sterlings

10:45am EDT

What's New with the COA and RV Processes for this School Year!
FILLING
Tuesday August 25, 2026 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
Smithfield
Limited Capacity filling up
Will be reviewing both the Change of Address process and the Residency Verification process and highlighting any changes from the last school year.
Presenters
CK
Tuesday August 25, 2026 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
Smithfield

10:45am EDT

Elementary Session with Keynote (Required for Elem Instructional Staff)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 25, 2026 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
Ballroom 1 & 2
Limited Capacity seats available
This is a required session for all Elementary instructional staff and will be a continuation of literacy information provided by our Keynote. 
Tuesday August 25, 2026 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
Ballroom 1 & 2
  Elementary

10:45am EDT

Middle School State Testing Results & LinkIt Review
LIMITED
Tuesday August 25, 2026 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
King's Garden 1
Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters
TM
Tuesday August 25, 2026 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
King's Garden 1
  Middle School

10:45am EDT

From Evaluation to Action: Understanding the ODP Process for ST's with Autism & IDD DX
LIMITED
Tuesday August 25, 2026 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
Ballroom 4
Limited Capacity seats available
For case managers supporting students with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) and Autism the process from documentation to actual service delivery can be complex. This session provides a clear roadmap for connecting the dots between the Reevaluation Report (RR) and the Individualized Education Program (IEP). We will explore how to leverage the data within these documents to secure essential county-level services and support can be obtained.
Presenters
LH
JH
AT
Tuesday August 25, 2026 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
Ballroom 4
  Special Education

10:45am EDT

Virtual Testing - School Psychologists (Required for School Psych)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 25, 2026 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
Birmingham
Limited Capacity seats available
This required sessions will acclimate school psychologists to virtual IQ and achievement testing. Participants will be trained on using Coviu, an online testing portal.
Presenters
LB
LC
LH
GM
Tuesday August 25, 2026 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
Birmingham
  Special Education

10:45am EDT

Art of Movement
LIMITED
Tuesday August 25, 2026 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
King's Garden 5
Limited Capacity seats available
This presentation explores musculoskeletal (MSK) health, covering common conditions, treatment options, and the impact of lifestyle choices on prevention. Attendees will learn practical tips to stay mobile and support long-term MSK wellness. The session also highlights when and where to seek professional care, empowering individuals to take proactive steps toward better movement and overall health.
Presenters
avatar for Lisa Blickley

Lisa Blickley

Zone 3, Reach Cyber Charter School
Assistant HR Director
Tuesday August 25, 2026 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
King's Garden 5
  Wellness

10:45am EDT

Reducing Your Rx Spending and Revive & Thrive
LIMITED
Tuesday August 25, 2026 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
Ballroom 3
Limited Capacity seats available
An Rx n Go representative will present an overview of this FREE program and explain to Capital Blue Cross medical members how they could be saving using the Rx n Go prescription program. (30 min)

A Rivive & Thrive representative will provide an overview of our Employee Assistant Program and it's platform. (30 min)


Presenters
avatar for Lisa Blickley

Lisa Blickley

Zone 3, Reach Cyber Charter School
Assistant HR Director
Tuesday August 25, 2026 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
Ballroom 3
  Wellness

12:00pm EDT

Lunch
Tuesday August 25, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Ballroom 1 & 2

Tuesday August 25, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Ballroom 1 & 2

1:15pm EDT

Cyber Charter Schools 101: Telling Reach's Story Through Outreach
LIMITED
Tuesday August 25, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
King's Garden 3
Limited Capacity seats available
This session will be presented by the Outreach Department for Reach Cyber Charter School staff as a foundational overview of the cyber charter school model and how Reach communicates about its work.
Cyber charter schools are frequently misunderstood, and staff across all departments often receive questions from families, friends, and community members. This session will provide a shared understanding of how cyber charter schools operate, covering governance, accountability, and the Reach Cyber model - while addressing common myths and misconceptions.
The Outreach team will also explain how Reach communicates clearly and consistently through three key areas: external outreach, school community engagement, and social media and communications. The goal is to ensure staff understand how these efforts work together and how consistent messaging across departments helps build trust and clarity with families and the public.
Presenters
BK
Tuesday August 25, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
King's Garden 3

1:15pm EDT

Navigating Enrollment for Habitually Truant Students: What Staff Need to Know (Option 2)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 25, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
Ballroom 3
Limited Capacity seats available
*This is a repeat of the morning session.

Review the enrollment process for habitually truant students who are trying to enroll in Reach. We would also like to talk about advocacy for cyber students and how staff can help.
Presenters
KH
avatar for Benjamin Zweig

Benjamin Zweig

Zone 3
Director of Enrollment
Tuesday August 25, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
Ballroom 3

1:15pm EDT

Robotics at Reach (Option 2)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 25, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
Fort Pitt
Limited Capacity seats available
*This is a repeat of the morning session.

Through an interactive, play-based experience, participants will explore robotics at Reach and learn how to support robotics in their classrooms while confidently guiding students who show interest in getting involved.
Presenters
avatar for Karen McGahee
Tuesday August 25, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
Fort Pitt

1:15pm EDT

School Law
LIMITED
Tuesday August 25, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
King's Garden 2
Limited Capacity seats available
Join Kathy Nagle, Of Counsel at Barton Gilman for a review of the changes to the School Code generally and the ever-evolving cyber charter school law specifically as well as discrete issues surrounding intellectual property, school safety, and cyber environments.  
Presenters
KN
Tuesday August 25, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
King's Garden 2

1:15pm EDT

Student Safety (Option 2)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 25, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
Sterlings
Limited Capacity seats available
*This is a repeat of the morning session.

From Awareness to Action: A Strategic Approach to Student Safety

This presentation offers a comprehensive and practical look at student safety—from understanding current risks to building a culture of prevention, partnership, and resilience. Participants will explore student safety review processes, an introduction to threat assessment, Safe2Say, caretaker partnerships, restorative practices, and student safety data review as essential components of a proactive school safety framework.

A unique feature of the presentation will be an engaging exploration of Sun Tzu’s The Art of War and how its timeless principles of strategy, preparation, intelligence, positioning, and understanding of the environment can be thoughtfully adapted to student safety and family partnerships. Rather than focusing solely on response, the session challenges educators to think strategically anticipating risks, recognizing warning signs, strengthening relationships, and creating conditions where students can safely learn and thrive.

Attendees will leave with practical strategies, new perspectives, and a deeper understanding of how data, relationships, prevention, and strategic thinking can work together to strengthen student safety and family partnerships.
Presenters
avatar for Andrew Hinshaw

Andrew Hinshaw

Director of Student Safety
Director of Student Safety
Tuesday August 25, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
Sterlings

1:15pm EDT

Wilson Reading
LIMITED
Tuesday August 25, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
Smithfield
Limited Capacity seats available
A presentation of Wilson reading and how it is structured in the virtual setting.
Presenters
JB
Tuesday August 25, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
Smithfield

1:15pm EDT

Elementary State Testing Results & LinkIt Review
LIMITED
Tuesday August 25, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
King's Garden 5
Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters
TM
Tuesday August 25, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
King's Garden 5
  Elementary

1:15pm EDT

Secondary Session with Keynote (Required for MS & HS Instructional Staff)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 25, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
Ballroom 1 & 2
Limited Capacity seats available
This is a required session for all Middle and High School instructional staff and will be a continuation of literacy information provided by our Keynote. 
Tuesday August 25, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
Ballroom 1 & 2
  Secondary (MS & HS)

1:15pm EDT

Clinical Strategies for Using Augmentative Communication Devices (AAC)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 25, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
Ballroom 4
Limited Capacity seats available
This session, appropriate for speech language pathologists, occupational therapists, and special education teachers will focus on consistent modeling and creation of communication opportunities for students with moderate to severe language needs using high and low-tech devices.
Presenters
JM
GM
Tuesday August 25, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
Ballroom 4
  Special Education

1:15pm EDT

Heroes Need Hideouts Too: Sustainable Self-Care for Helpers
LIMITED
Tuesday August 25, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
King's Garden 4
Limited Capacity seats available
This session explores the impact of constant emotional output and introduces simple, research-informed strategies to support sustainable practice. Participants will learn how to recognize early signs of burnout, understand the importance of nervous system regulation, and create realistic "hideouts" - small intentional moments of rest and reset built into the workday. Walk away with practical tools to protect your energy, strengthen your boundaries, and continue making an impact without burning out.
Presenters
RR
Tuesday August 25, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
King's Garden 4
  Wellness

2:30pm EDT

Attendance/Testing/Data Team Time
LIMITED
Tuesday August 25, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Brigade
Limited Capacity seats available

Tuesday August 25, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Brigade

2:30pm EDT

Careers Team Time
LIMITED
Tuesday August 25, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
King's Garden 2
Limited Capacity seats available

Tuesday August 25, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
King's Garden 2

2:30pm EDT

Counseling Team Time
LIMITED
Tuesday August 25, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Sterlings
Limited Capacity seats available

Tuesday August 25, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Sterlings

2:30pm EDT

Enrollment Team Time
LIMITED
Tuesday August 25, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
King's Garden 1
Limited Capacity seats available

Tuesday August 25, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
King's Garden 1

2:30pm EDT

Family Mentors Team Time
LIMITED
Tuesday August 25, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Ballroom 4
Limited Capacity seats available

Tuesday August 25, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Ballroom 4

2:30pm EDT

HR & Finance Team Time
LIMITED
Tuesday August 25, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Birmingham
Limited Capacity seats available

Tuesday August 25, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Birmingham

2:30pm EDT

IT Team Time
Tuesday August 25, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Chartiers

Tuesday August 25, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Chartiers

2:30pm EDT

MTSS Team Time
LIMITED
Tuesday August 25, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
King's Garden 3
Limited Capacity seats available

Tuesday August 25, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
King's Garden 3

2:30pm EDT

Nurses Team Time
LIMITED
Tuesday August 25, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Rivers
Limited Capacity seats available

Tuesday August 25, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Rivers

2:30pm EDT

Outreach Team Time
LIMITED
Tuesday August 25, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Fort Pitt
Limited Capacity seats available

Tuesday August 25, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Fort Pitt

2:30pm EDT

STEM/CS Team Time
LIMITED
Tuesday August 25, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Smithfield
Limited Capacity seats available

Tuesday August 25, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Smithfield

2:30pm EDT

Teaching & Learning Dept. Team Time
Tuesday August 25, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Skylounge

Tuesday August 25, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Skylounge

2:30pm EDT

Elementary School Team Time
LIMITED
Tuesday August 25, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
King's Garden 5
Limited Capacity seats available

Tuesday August 25, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
King's Garden 5
  Elementary

2:30pm EDT

High School Team Time
LIMITED
Tuesday August 25, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
King's Garden 4
Limited Capacity seats available

Tuesday August 25, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
King's Garden 4
  High School

2:30pm EDT

Middle School Team Time
LIMITED
Tuesday August 25, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Ballroom 3
Limited Capacity seats available

Tuesday August 25, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Ballroom 3
  Middle School

2:30pm EDT

Special Ed & Social Work Team Time
LIMITED
Tuesday August 25, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Ballroom 1 & 2
Limited Capacity seats available

Tuesday August 25, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Ballroom 1 & 2
  Special Education

3:45pm EDT

Closing
Tuesday August 25, 2026 3:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
Ballroom 1 & 2

Tuesday August 25, 2026 3:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
Ballroom 1 & 2
  General Session
 

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