
VIRTUAL WRITING CONFERENCE FOR K-12 EDUCATORS
Learn strategies to build better writers
This one-day virtual & interactive conference will equip you with some of our very best strategies for teaching writing.
During the live event, choose which sessions you would like to attend. Then, after the conference is over, you can continue learning with your on-demand access to every session for an entire year!
Choose from 25+ fun and engaging sessions.
Interact live with presenters during every session.
Earn up to 20 hours of continuing education credit.
Learn to deliver explicit K-12 writing instruction.
Access a huge collection of digital resources.
Pricing & Group Rates
Virtual event – February 17, 2024
1-9 Registrants
Groups of 10+
$215/person
Groups of 25+
Custom pricing available
This virtual workshop is perfect for:
- K-6 General Education Teachers
- K-12 Special Education Teachers
- Literacy Coaches & Coordinators
- 6-12 Language Arts Teachers
- 6-12 Content-Area Teachers
- ELL Teachers
- Title I Teachers
- High-Ability Teachers
- Principals & Assistant Principals
Session Descriptions
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Writing for life
Finding time for writing during the school day requires more than announcing journal topics and assigning bell-ringers. In fact, for students to grow as writers, they need explicit instruction and time to practice in both the writer’s workshop and the reading block.
During the keynote presentation, learn how to build lifelong writers by providing students with standards-based instruction that marries reading and writing and prepares students for success on standardized tests and in life.
AUDIENCE: K-12
PRESENTER: Kristina Smekens
Management
Unit Essentials
Mini-Lessons
Write About Reading
Assessment
Virtual Conference Schedule
February 17, 2024

Virtual PD on a Saturday??
Let’s face it—teachers are being stretched to the limit, and weekends are a cherished pocket of personal time. So why would you want to attend a full-day workshop on a Saturday?
Super Saturday is going to be super fun! With free digital giveaways and periodic prize drawings, everyone will be a winner.
You will learn so many practical, ready-to-use strategies, you’ll be excited to return to school on Monday.
Substitute teachers are virtually nonexistent at most schools, making mid-week attendance nearly impossible. Even if you could find a sub, attending on a Saturday means no sub plans!
Attending on a Saturday allows you to participate from the comfort of your own home.
Don’t want to give up your Saturday? No problem! Register anyway so that you have on-demand access to the entire conference after the live event concludes.

Earn continuing education credit
Receive a completion certificate for every session that you view, totaling up to 20 hours.
A Five-Star Event
Read what Super Saturday attendees had to say about their experience.









What You Will Get

Recordings from every session
Your learning won’t stop once the conference is over with on-demand access to the recordings of every session for an entire year!

Handouts from every session
Gain access to ready-to-print, full-color, strategy-packed downloadable handouts for all 25 breakout sessions!

Lifetime access to the “Secret Site”
Your Super Saturday registration includes lifetime access to classroom-ready digital resources on our members-only Access site.
Ready-to-go Digital Resources
Meet the Presenters

Kristina Smekens
About Kristina
Kristina has a gift for making the complex seem simple—for showing teachers how to meet the needs of readers and writers by bridging the gap between education research and practical, classroom-tested strategies that work.
A master of motivation, Kristina helps educators find the encouragement they need to return to their classrooms and execute change.

Courtney Gordon
About Courtney
Known both for her enthusiasm and expertise, Courtney is a dynamic personality who makes friends fast and serves as a trusted guide to teachers across the K-12 spectrum.
With more than 10 years of experience as a Smekens literacy consultant, Courtney has the expertise to support teachers at every level of implementation.

Shona Lansdell
About Shona
Always approachable and empathetic, Shona taps into her 25 years of experience as a teacher, coach, and building leader to offer practical and realistic guidance to teachers.
This professional development dynamo packs a punch with crowds of all sizes as she motivates educators to apply best-practice literacy strategies.

Kristi McCullough
About Kristi
Teachers love the authentic, “from-the-trenches” insight that Kristi McCullough offers during her professional development sessions with K-6 teachers.
Her rich experiences as a teacher, professor, coach, author, and literacy consultant allow Kristi to offer practical, classroom-tested support to elementary educators.

Rachel Remenschneider
About Rachel
Always developing her craft and expanding her knowledge, Rachel Remenschneider is driven by the desire to make a difference.
While working as a fourth-grade teacher at Leo Elementary, Rachel made a difference with her students by continuing with a new brand of school after COVID-19 caused a fast pivot for teachers, students, and families.

Bridget Longmeier
About Bridget
Bridget loves to learn, grow, and help others. That’s why she’s so motivated to come alongside teachers as they execute best-practice instruction in reading and writing.
Bridget’s career as an elementary teacher, literacy coach and Reading Recovery-trained practitioner has equipped her with the skills to help new and experienced educators alike.
Frequently asked questions
I attended in 2023, should I attend again?
If you would like to join us again, we are happy to offer you a 50% discount, making the cost per person $119.50. Email workshops@smekenseducation.com to make arrangements for your custom discounted registration.
Can I earn Professional Growth Credits?
With prior approval from your school district, you may receive credit for up to 20 hours of professional development by viewing each of the Super Saturday Writing Conference sessions. After you watch a session in its entirety, you will receive a personalized completion certificate.
Visit our Continuing Education Credit page for more information about how this workshop fulfills your state’s unique continuing education requirements.
Can I earn Graduate-Level Units?
Through a partnership with University of the Pacific, workshop attendees are eligible to pursue one, two, or three nationally-accredited graduate-level semester credits/units after this virtual conference.
The cost of graduate-level credit ($62 per credit/unit) is separate from the cost of attending a workshop. For more information, please contact us.
What is the workshop itinerary?
Can I share access with my colleagues?
Will this workshop be recorded?
Yes, you can watch the replays of all sessions on demand for an entire year! After your video access ends, you’ll still have lifetime access to the digital resources on the Super Saturday Secret Site.
Do you offer a group discount?
Will I receive a note-taking handout?
What is the cancellation policy?
Substitutions may occur at any time. If you need to cancel your registration, please submit your request to workshops@smekenseducation.com.
Get ready to reignite your writing instruction!
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