Indiana Early College Summit 2026: Full Schedule

11:30am EDT

Lunch

Wednesday June 3, 2026 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT

Lunch will include pulled pork/chicken and brisket, mac and cheese, and green beans. Anyone is welcome to bring their own meal if they have unique dietary needs. If you require a vegetarian option due to dietary restrictions, please request it from CELL staff.

Wednesday June 3, 2026 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
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All

2:10pm EDT

AI in Action: Supporting Indiana’s New Diploma and Early College Systems

Wednesday June 3, 2026 2:10pm - 3:00pm EDT

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The new Indiana diploma brings exciting opportunities but also complex systems to manage. Discover how AI can support Early College leaders by helping design smarter four-year planning tools, streamline program workflows, and simplify pathway advising for students and families. This session will highlight practical examples and emerging strategies that can help schools implement diploma changes with greater efficiency and impact.

Speakers

Jaelyn Winkle

Asst Principal Early College

Hello! My name is Jaelyn Winkle and I am the Assistant Principal for Early College at Winchester Community High School. This is my 12th year in education and my 9th year in this role. As Assistant Principal for Early College, I oversee all things related to dual credit, student academic... Read More →

Room Host

Andrea Fisher

Communications Manager, CELL

Andrea Fisher serves as the communications manager at CELL at the University of Indianapolis.

2026 EC Summit Presentation AI Use to Support New Diplomas and EC Systems (1) pdf

Wednesday June 3, 2026 2:10pm - 3:00pm EDT
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Breakout Session

Core Principle Tech Advancements
Audience Adminsitrators, Counselors

3:10pm EDT

The Rigor Roadmap: Navigating High Expectations in Dual Credit

Wednesday June 3, 2026 3:10pm - 4:00pm EDT

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The Rigor Roadmap focuses on intentionally training dual credit students to adopt college-level habits through metacognition and ownership. This session explores structural strategies—such as syllabus deep-dives and comparative expectation modeling—alongside instructional techniques like assignment scaffolding and active reading strategies. Participants will learn how to reinforce rigor through frequent, specific feedback and student conferences, ultimately creating a classroom culture where students take the lead in higher-order thinking and engagement.

Speakers

Dee Dee Gerber

English Teacher & Instructional Coach, School City of Mishawaka

Dee Dee Gerber is a dual credit English and speech teacher and instructional coach from Mishawaka High School. In her 26 years as an educator at MHS, she has been privileged to work with students and teachers in a variety of roles, including as a teacher, a Spell Bowl coach, leader... Read More →

Room Host

Stacy Knoop

Literacy Specialist, CELL

Stacy Knoop is a Literacy Specialist at CELL. As a member of the literacy team, she supports high-quality literacy instruction and coaching for K-12 and higher ed students and educators in Indiana. Stacy’s experience includes serving as a teacher, instructional coach, and administrator... Read More →

The Rigor Roadmap pdf

Wednesday June 3, 2026 3:10pm - 4:00pm EDT
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