Curriculum and Instructional Leaders Retreat
Measuring Curriculum Effectiveness in Documents and in Instructional Practice
July 20-21, 2026
Old Kinderhook Lodge, Camdenton, Missouri
Regular curriculum review requires a strong knowledge of more than just the standards. It is the teaching of those standards that must be the overall purpose of a well written curriculum. Do your documents include all the necessary information and practices needed to move the student success needle forward? Join us as we give a critical eye to our curriculum documents through the lenses of both what is present and what is taught.
We also know that A.I. is filtering its way into all aspects of our work, It is important that we know how to use this tool in a way that will help us maintain a written curriculum that meets our standard of excellence. Our emphasis will be on using A.I. as a “first pass” auditor to ensure that our documents, unit plans, lesson materials and assessments cover every standard and expectation.
We will review and adjust curriculum documents on the spot so that we can leave with a clear purpose and plan to continue the work throughout next school year.
It is our responsibility to make sure that we support strong instruction through a curriculum that is intentional and purposeful. Effective curriculum is best when:
1. It can be easily accessed and used to its fullest capacity.
2. Its emphasis and assessments are focused on the priority standards and specific targets.
3. It contains all necessary and purposeful directions for effective instruction.
4. We can evaluate effectiveness using a variety of useful data points.
Join us this summer as we grow together to create the best in teaching and learning
Attendee Fees:
SMCAA Membership Early Bird Registration Deadline May 30th: $225.00 Per person
SMCAA Membership Team Discount of 2 or more: $200.00 Per Person
SMCAA Member: $250.00 Per Person
Non-member: $350.00 Per Person
Non-Member Early Bird Registration Deadline May 30th: $325.00 Per Person
Bill Now Before June 30, 2026 or After July 1, 2026 available on the registration form below.
Lodging: Attendees are responsible for making their own reservations by contacting Old Kinderhook Lodge in Camdenton, Missouri at (573)-317-3500, ask for the SMCAA Curriculum Director Retreat of $129.00 per night. The group rate will be available until June 1, 2026.
Questions: If you have questions regarding registration, please contact Julie Riley at jriley@smcaa.org .