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1. Using Base Ten Blocks in Grades 1-3

Program: RPDC - Central

Location: 9 Central RPDC (Warrensburg, MO) [map]

Audience: 1st Grade Teachers, 2nd Grade Teachers, 3rd Grade Teachers

Dates: 4/5/2024

This professional development opportunity is designed for 1st through 3rd grade teachers. Are you looking for fun ways to engage your students while deepening their mathematical understandings? Base ten blocks are an effective tool to deepen place value understanding and aid in instruction of addition and subtraction. Join us for some hands-on learning and discover ways to model and use base ten blocks with your students to create conceptual understanding with your students.

In this PD, we will:
**Dive deeper into the Concrete, Pictorial, Abstract (CPA) framework for understanding through the use of models and manipulatives
**Provide ideas and materials for activities to take back to the classroom

2. MLDS Mentor Orientation- Invitation Only

Program: RPDC - Central

Location: Varies (Varies, MO)

Audience: Building Leaders in Year 3 and Beyond

Dates: 6/27/2024

Mentors are an integral and required part of the journey of new principals in Missouri. The MLDS Mentor Training is for new MLDS mentors and qualifies you to act as a mentor for principals in the MLDS Emerging Level 1 and/or 2. Because of new orientation materials, grant requirements, and new procedures, all MLDS mentors will need to attend one of the MDLS Mentor Orientation sessions. The MLDS Mentor Orientation will provide new or returning mentors with a brief background of the process and intention of MLDS, state requirements for mentoring, introduction of MLDS curricula, and specific coaching ideas to make your mentoring experience successful and effective. There is no cost for this training.

Your MLDS Specialists have invited you to this orientation. You will have the option to participate in any one of two in-person sessions or in any one of two virtual sessions.

Each mentor will need to complete a mentor application, a contract for professional services, and a W-9 form to recieve payment.

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3. MLDS Mentor Orientation - Virtual - Invitation Only

Program: RPDC - Central

Location: Varies (Varies, MO)

Audience: Building Leaders in Year 3 and Beyond

Dates: 6/27/2024

Mentors are an integral and required part of the journey of new principals in Missouri. The MLDS Mentor Training is for new MLDS mentors and qualifies you to act as a mentor for principals in the MLDS Emerging Level 1 and/or 2. Because of new orientation materials, grant requirements, and new procedures, all MLDS mentors will need to attend one of the MDLS Mentor Orientation sessions. The MLDS Mentor Orientation will provide new or returning mentors with a brief background of the process and intention of MLDS, state requirements for mentoring, introduction of MLDS curricula, and specific coaching ideas to make your mentoring experience successful and effective. There is no cost for this training.

Your MLDS Specialists have invited you to this orientation. You will have the option to participate in any one of two in-person sessions or in any one of two virtual sessions.

Each mentor will need to complete a mentor application, a contract for professional services, and a W-9 form to recieve payment.

4. MLDS Mentor Orientation- Invitation Only

Program: RPDC - Central

Location: Varies (Varies, MO)

Audience: Building Leaders in Year 3 and Beyond

Dates: 7/17/2024

Mentors are an integral and required part of the journey of new principals in Missouri. The MLDS Mentor Training is for new MLDS mentors and qualifies you to act as a mentor for principals in the MLDS Emerging Level 1 and/or 2. Because of new orientation materials, grant requirements, and new procedures, all MLDS mentors will need to attend one of the MDLS Mentor Orientation sessions. The MLDS Mentor Orientation will provide new or returning mentors with a brief background of the process and intention of MLDS, state requirements for mentoring, introduction of MLDS curricula, and specific coaching ideas to make your mentoring experience successful and effective. There is no cost for this training.

Your MLDS Specialists have invited you to this orientation. You will have the option to participate in any one of two in-person sessions or in any one of two virtual sessions.

Each mentor will need to complete a mentor application, a contract for professional services, and a W-9 form to recieve payment.

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5. MLDS Mentor Orientation- Virtual - Invitation Only

Program: RPDC - Central

Location: Varies (Varies, MO)

Audience: Building Leaders in Year 3 and Beyond

Dates: 7/17/2024

Mentors are an integral and required part of the journey of new principals in Missouri. The MLDS Mentor Training is for new MLDS mentors and qualifies you to act as a mentor for principals in the MLDS Emerging Level 1 and/or 2. Because of new orientation materials, grant requirements, and new procedures, all MLDS mentors will need to attend one of the MDLS Mentor Orientation sessions. The MLDS Mentor Orientation will provide new or returning mentors with a brief background of the process and intention of MLDS, state requirements for mentoring, introduction of MLDS curricula, and specific coaching ideas to make your mentoring experience successful and effective. There is no cost for this training.

Your MLDS Specialists have invited you to this orientation. You will have the option to participate in any one of two in-person sessions or in any one of two virtual sessions.

Each mentor will need to complete a mentor application, a contract for professional services, and a W-9 form to recieve payment.

6. MLDS 1 - Emerging Year 1 for 2024-2025 - Central RPDC

Program: RPDC - Central

Location: 9 University of Central Missouri (Warrensburg, MO) [map]

Dates: 7/24/2024 to 2/20/2025

The Missouri Leadership Development System provides training and support to building administrators through research-based learning experiences. The regional meetings provide practical knowledge, skills, along with networking opportunities for building administrators. The coaching labs provide hands-on, practical experiences for leaders to improve their skills in developing and growing teachers. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is an important component to support the effort of all buildings.

This is the initial phase of MLDS participation. Emerging Year 1 is intended for principals and assistant principals in their first year of service as a leader. Three regional sessions will be held as well as two coaching labs.

Mentors of Emerging Level 1 principals should register for this session, as well.

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7. LETRS Volume 1: Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling - Knob Noster and Windsor Staff ONLY - Cohort 8

Program: RPDC - Central

Audience: Knob Noster/Windsor Staff ONLY - K-5 Teachers, Title, Special Education or Interventionists, Coaches, Administrators

Dates: 8/13/2024 to 4/18/2025


- Knob Noster School District and Henry Co. R-1 School District (Windsor) Staff ONLY

LETRS provides teachers with the tools and understanding to teach the essential skills needed for literacy. LETRS is NOT a program. Teachers learn the "science of reading” to apply research to classroom applications no matter the curriculum or program used. Aligning instruction with the "science of reading” gives students the best chance of becoming successful readers. Regardless of any textbooks or instructional materials used, if the teacher does not have the knowledge of evidence-based practices and standards, students will not acquire what is needed to learn.

Instruction is a mixture of face-to-face learning sessions through structured modules PLUS four units of online videos including examples of effective classroom instruction. Teachers are expected to apply the information, reflect, and record outcomes.

Participants are expected to attend all the dates of this workshop.

For DESE to purchase materials in time for this training, participants will need to be registered with DESE prior to July 3 using this link: LETRS® Training for K-5 Educators (2024-25) Participants will receive their manuals and online course access at the first session. Please bring a computer to the first session; phones will not work for the purpose of logging in to your LETRS account.

8. MLDS 2 - Emerging Year 2 for 2024-2025 - Central RPDC

Program: RPDC - Central

Location: 9 University of Central Missouri (Warrensburg, MO) [map]

Audience: Principals and assistant principals that have completed MLDS Emerging Year 1 and their mentors.

Dates: 9/12/2024 to 2/27/2025

The Missouri Leadership Development System provides training and support to building administrators through research-based learning experiences. The regional meetings provide practical knowledge, skills, along with networking opportunities for building administrators. The coaching labs provide hands-on, practical experiences for leaders to improve their skills in developing and growing teachers. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is an important component to support the effort of all buildings.

The Emerging Year 2 level is designed for second year principals and assistant principals. Principals will continue to be guided by their established mentors. Completion of Emerging Year 1 is a prerequisite for participation in Emerging Year 2 activities. Participation in both Year 1 and Year 2 completes DESE requirements for new administrator mentoring.

Participants need only register one time to attend all sessions. Mentors are encouraged to register but will not be billed or charged for registration.

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9. MLDS 3 - Developing Level 1 for 2024-2025 - Central RPDC

Program: RPDC - Central

Location: Varies (Varies, MO)

Audience: Building Leaders in Year 3 and Beyond

Dates: 9/17/2024 to 3/11/2025

The MLDS Developing Level 1 is designed for principals in their third year of practice. Developing Level 1 (D1)is a continuation of the MLDS Emerging Levels 1 and 2. D1 is also included for those enrolled in the MLDS Leadership Academy. MLDS D1 in the Central Region includes three sessions on the UCM campus plus a Coaching Lab in a nearby school.

Principals at the Developing Level 1 will continue their study of the five domains of leadership learning new ideas and refining previously learned ideas.

Those intending to register for MLDS Leadership Academy (which includes Outdoor Leadership Experience) must also register by clicking here. The Central Region RPDC charges $500 per person ($600 per person for non-members) for Leadership Academy registration. There is no extra charge for participation in MLDS Developing Level 1 registration with Leadership Academy.

10. MLDS 4 - Continuing Transformational Leadership Cohort 2024-2025 (Year 4 and Beyond)-Central RPDC

Program: RPDC - Central

Audience: Missouri Central Region principals with four or more years of experience.

Dates: 9/25/2024 to 2/11/2025

The Central Region MLDS Transformational Leadership sessions will supply principals and assistant principals with access to learning opportunities to become more effective visionary, instructional, managerial, relational, and innovative leaders. These sessions are open to those principals or assistant principals with at least three years of adminsitrative experience, successful completion of three years of MLDS, and/or completion of Leadership Academy.

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11. Central Region Social Studies Network 2024-25

Program: RPDC - Central

Location: 9 University of Central Missouri (Warrensburg, MO) [map]

Audience: Middle School and High School Social Studies Teachers

Dates: 9/25/2024 to 4/2/2025

The Central Region Social Studies Network sessions are designed to meet the needs of middle and high school social studies teachers in every stage of their career. Each session offers professional growth opportunities in the areas of curriculum development, instructional strategies, and student engagement.

Wednesday, September 25, 2024

"Social Studies Standards and Lesson Design”

Wednesday, November 13, 2024

"Promoting Active Learning in the Social Studies Classroom”

Wednesday, February, 26, 2025

"Community Connections”

Wednesday, April 2, 2025

"Authentic Assessment and Professional Growth”

12. SpEd: Tiered Monitoring Training for Cohort 2 School Districts

Program: RPDC - Central

Location: 9 Central RPDC (Warrensburg, MO) [map]

Audience: Cohort 2 Special Education leadership teams, Special Education Directors, and Process Coordinators

Dates: 10/11/2024

Starting Soon
This is a training for Cohort 2 school districts. These districts will be participating in the DESE tiered monitoring self-assessment during the 2024 and 2025 school year.

During the morning session, we will focus on the DESE compliance "look fors” and most common out-of-compliance calls by DESE. The morning training will be helpful when choosing your files for your tiered monitoring self-assessment. Compliance indicators on the various special education forms will be reviewed. Please bring initial files as well as a reevaluation file to review during the morning session. The session will prepare directors as well as special education district leadership teams to ensure their files will meet with all the compliance standards.

The afternoon session will be a joint presentation by the area's compliance consultant and a DESE compliance supervisor. They will review the tiered monitoring process, required dates and timelines, the parent survey component, as well as the initial timelines and C to B timelines requirement. The session will also provide a review of using the IMACS 2.0 program. The presentation will include how to use the IMACS program, how to upload your file documents and where to correspond with DESE compliance supervisor assigned to your district.

Morning refreshments and registration will begin at 8:30 am, with content beginning at 9 am sharp. Participants will be on their own for lunch.

13. New to School-Wide Positive Behavior Support (SW-PBS) Tier 1 - Pleasant Hill Intermediate Staff Only

Program: RPDC - Central

Location: 9 Central RPDC (Warrensburg, MO) [map]

Audience: School staff members new to SW-PBS framework

Dates: 10/15/2024 to 3/11/2025

Starting Soon
This is an overview of Schoolwide Positive Behavior Support (SW-PBS). Schoolwide Positive Behavior Support is a framework for creating safe and orderly learning environments in schools, while improving the social-emotional outcomes for students. It is a proactive approach that relies on research-based practices, including developing clear behavioral expectations, teaching these expectations, acknowledging appropriate behavior, consistently correcting inappropriate behavior, and using behavioral data to systematically solve problems.

14. Women in Leadership 2.0

Program: RPDC - Central

Location: 9 Central RPDC (Warrensburg, MO) [map]

Audience: K-12 Women Educators, Coaches, etc. who have completed Women in Leadership

Dates: 10/21/2024 to 12/17/2024

This training is for women that have completed Women in Leadership. We will focus on how we can continue to grow our leadership capacity as women and support each other in our growth. In this particularly challenging time, female leadership is especially important. The characteristics and strengths we bring to the table are essential. We will focus on becoming the brave and daring leaders needed within our districts at every level.
Participants are expected to attend both dates of face-to-face training.

Registration will be from 8:30-9:00 am with content beginning at 9:00 am. Lunch will be provided.

15. SpEd: Specially Designed Instruction

Program: RPDC - Central

Audience: All K-6 educators, administrators, process coordinators, etc.

Dates: 10/24/2024

Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) is an instructional need for our students who are eligible for special education. Participants will gain an understanding of the federal and state requirements for SDI, and the importance of utilizing student data along with state standards (MO Learning Standards, Essential Elements, or Early Childhood Standards) to determine appropriate specialized instruction, as well as accommodations and/or modifications for each individual student.

Morning refreshments and registration will begin at 8:30 am, with content beginning at 9 am sharp. Lunch will be provided.

16. Preschool Cohort

Program: RPDC - Central

Location: 9 Central RPDC (Warrensburg, MO) [map]

Audience: Early Childhood, Preschool, and Early Childhood Special Education Teachers

Dates: 11/1/2024 to 3/7/2025

Come network with other Early Childhood educators from across West Central Missouri and share educational tips and techniques in areas of interest.
Participants are strongly encouraged to attend both dates of face-to-face training. Registration will be from 8:30-9:00 am with content beginning promptly at 9:00 am. Lunch will be provided.

17. LETRS: Training for Administrators

Program: RPDC - Central

Location: 9 Central RPDC (Warrensburg, MO) [map]

Audience: Administrative Leaders

Dates: 11/6/2024 to 1/29/2025

LETRS® for Administrators enables leaders to effectively support educators as they engage in the LETRS course of study and work to implement the learnings in their classrooms. LETRS for Administrators is a professional learning opportunity designed to guide state, district, and building administrators and instructional leaders in creating adaptable and suitable literacy initiatives using systems thinking and implementation science. The program defines the systems and infrastructures required to successfully implement a sustainable literacy program aligned to scientifically based research.

If you enrolled in LETRS for Administrators last year, please register for this training. This is Lexia's NEWEST edition that is less PLC and more Science of Reading.


This training is a two-year commitment consisting of:
*Two face-to-face training sessions per year (November 6, 2024, and January 29, 2025) starting at 8:00 and ending at 3:00. - The dates for 2025-2026 will be set and posted in May 2025.
*Online work
*Reading


For more information on What is LETRS for Administrators? or Frequently Asked Questions please click on the links.

Please know enrolling for this workshop is a 2-step process. You must also register with DESE to receive your materials, see LETRS Training for Administrators.

Again, participants must attend both training sessions of this workshop for this year, as well as the two next year.

Morning refreshments and registration will be from 7:30-8:00, with content beginning at 8:00 am sharp. Lunch provided.

18. Developing Quality, Standards-Based IEPs (MLS and DLM)

Program: RPDC - Central

Location: 9 Central RPDC (Warrensburg, MO) [map]

Audience: Special Education Teachers, Directors, and Process Coordinators

Dates: 11/8/2024

In the post-Endrew F. world, Individual Education Program (IEP) teams must write IEPs designed to help students make meaningful progress. Learn the art of developing IEPs in which the present level of academic and functional performance forms a solid foundation for writing SMART goals connected to learning standards, describing specially designed instruction, and designing classroom accommodations and modifications. Additionally, participants will learn how to involve parents in the process and review all timelines that must be met to remain in compliance.
Morning refreshments and registration will begin at 8:30 am, with content beginning at 9 am sharp. Lunch will be provided.

19. MATH: Classroom Discourse (Grades K-12)

Program: RPDC - Central

Location: 9 Central RPDC (Warrensburg, MO) [map]

Audience: Grades K-12 Math Teachers

Dates: 11/14/2024

Student engagement is widely accepted as a necessary ingredient to improving mathematical understanding. Student discussions in the mathematics classroom can be a powerful tool in generating greater engagement. Come join this interactive session on supporting teachers' development with meaningful mathematical conversation.
Teachers should bring a notetaking medium of their choice and a device with internet capabilities.
Morning refreshments and registration begin at 8:15 am, with content beginning at 8:45 am.

20. MATH: Productive Struggle (Grades K-12)

Program: RPDC - Central

Location: 9 Central RPDC (Warrensburg, MO) [map]

Audience: Grades K-12 Math Teachers

Dates: 11/14/2024

Do your students lack the ability to persevere through difficult tasks and you find yourself frustrated in the process? Struggle is the means by which students come to understand mathematics. As teachers we sometimes scaffold too much and take away the thinking. Join us for a dive into what is meant by "productive struggle” and how to foster self-efficacy in your students by creating a classroom environment that doesn't enable students but rather stretches them to be self-confident learners who are ready to tackle tough tasks.
Teachers should bring a notetaking medium of their choice and a device with internet capabilities.
Afternoon refreshments and registration begin at Noon, with content beginning at 12:30 pm.

21. Purposeful Lesson Planning Regional Meeting with Mike Rutherford

Program: RPDC - Central

Location: 9 UCM University Union (Warrensburg, MO) [map]

Audience: Current Region 9 MTDS Purposeful Lesson Planning Program participants

Dates: 11/18/2024

Sponsored by: The Rural Schools Initiative and the UCM College of Education

This is a one-day learning opportunity with national speaker Mike Rutherford, author of The Artisan Teacher: A Field Guide to Skillful Teaching. Participants MUST BE REGISTERED in Central Region's Purposeful Lesson Planning Program to attend. Learning connects the Purposeful Lesson Planning MTDS competencies and Mike Rutherford's Artisan Themes with an emphasis on meeting unique student needs by:


•Gathering and using evidence of learning to plan and adapt instruction

•Designing aligned instruction

•Providing feedback about progress to students


Registration and morning refreshments will begin at 8:30 am with the workshop starting at 9:00 am. Lunch will be provided.

22. SpEd: Functional Behavior Assessment and Behavior Support Plans

Program: RPDC - Central

Location: 9 Central RPDC (Warrensburg, MO) [map]

Audience: Special Education Teachers, Administrators, and Paras

Dates: 12/11/2024

This training presents a step-by-step guide showing you how to complete a Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) and Behavior Support Plan (BSP) in your school. Covered topics include the phases of FBA, collecting and analyzing data, hypothesizing a function of behavior, validating/troubleshooting hypotheses, using evidence-based strategies to construct a multi-component Behavior Support Plan, and teaching support staff to implement the plan.

You will experience:
* Hands-on learning opportunities for data collection
* Hypothesizing function, and writing FBAs and BIPs
* Utilizing provided data sheets and materials to collect data


Morning refreshments and registration will begin at 8:30 am, with content beginning at 9 am sharp. Lunch provided.

23. Project Access Training Intake & Info Form - Autism & Communication

Program: RPDC - Central

Location: 9 Central RPDC (Warrensburg, MO) [map]

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 12/12/2024

Autism: Join us as we embark on an engaging and thought provoking discussion about neurodiverse affirming language and explanation of characteristics of Autism commonly seen in learners in the school setting!

Communication: Are you a special educator dedicated to empowering students with autism to communicate effectively? Join us for an enlightening workshop tailored specifically to meet the unique needs of students on the spectrum. In this dynamic session, we'll delve into the critical importance of providing each student with a personalized approach to communication. From understanding diverse communication supports to exploring engaging activities and invaluable resources, we'll equip you with the tools to foster meaningful connections and unlock the full potential of every learner. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your skills and transform the self-advocacy journey for your autistic learners. Additionally, participants will have the chance to create hands-on communication resources to immediately implement in their classrooms. Don't miss this chance to empower your students and create an inclusive learning environment.

24. Project Access Training Intake & Info Form - Behavior and Data Collection

Program: RPDC - Central

Location: 9 Central RPDC (Warrensburg, MO) [map]

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 12/13/2024

Behavior: Going back to the basics of behavior to help educators quickly identify the function of behavior and implement evidence based practices to help learners be successful. This training discusses multiple ways to change behavior including changing antecedents, teaching replacement behaviors, and altering consequences.

Data Collection: Are you overwhelmed by data collection for IEP goals? Join us for a comprehensive workshop where we'll demystify the process and equip you with essential skills to streamline data collection and align it seamlessly with IEP goals. From understanding different types of data to crafting IEP goals that reflect your data collection needs, we'll cover it all. Plus, discover modern tools and strategies for collecting data efficiently in the classroom. Don't miss this opportunity to gain confidence in managing data and ensuring student success.

25. SpEd: How to Collect Data and Monitor Progress to Drive Specially Designed Instruction

Program: RPDC - Central

Location: 9 Central RPDC (Warrensburg, MO) [map]

Audience: SpEd Teachers, Directors, Administrators, and Process Coordinators

Dates: 1/15/2025

Data, Data, Data:

*How do I collect it?

*What do I do with it?

Participants will gain an understanding of progress monitoring, learn a variety of ways to collect specific data, and how to use it to drive instruction and accommodations and/or modifications for each individual student.
Morning refreshments and registration will begin at 8:30 am, with content beginning at 9 am sharp. Lunch will be provided.

26. Developing Quality IEPs

Program: RPDC - Central

Location: 9 Central RPDC (Warrensburg, MO) [map]

Audience: Special Education Teachers, Directors, and Process Coordinators

Dates: 1/27/2025

In the post-Endrew F. world, Individual Education Program (IEPs) teams must write IEPs designed to help students make meaningful progress. Learn the art of developing IEPs in which the present level of academic and functional performance forms a solid foundation for writing SMART goals, describing specially designed instruction, and designing classroom accommodations and modifications. Additionally, participants will learn how to involve parents in the process and review all timelines that must be met to remain in compliance.

Morning refreshments and registration will begin at 8:30 am, with content beginning at 9 am sharp. Lunch will be provided.

27. SpEd: Co-Teaching: Double the Impact

Program: RPDC - Central

Location: 9 Central RPDC (Warrensburg, MO) [map]

Audience: Teams of General and Special Education Teachers with a building administrator as a vital team member

Dates: 2/20/2025

The Professional Partnerships: Co-teaching training will provide an opportunity for teams to learn the art of co-teaching. The participants will study Roles, Responsibilities, Approaches, and benefits of professional partnerships in the classroom. Effective implementation of co-teaching impacts the learning of all students.

Morning refreshments and registration will begin at 8:30 am, with content beginning at 9 am sharp. Lunch will be provided.

28. SpEd: Enhance Your Instructional Practices with Differentiation

Program: RPDC - Central

Location: 9 Central RPDC (Warrensburg, MO) [map]

Audience: General Education and Special Education Teachers

Dates: 3/10/2025

Differentiation is an instructional process in which teachers proactively transform instruction, learning activities, and student products to maximize each student's growth and individual success by meeting their learning needs. Students in our general education classrooms perform at varying levels of performance. This session will add to your toolbox of instructional techniques to reach all students.

Morning refreshments and registration will begin at 8:30 am, with content beginning at 9 am sharp. Lunch will be provided.

29. Developing Assessment Capable Learners (DACL): Go for the 1.33 Effect Size!

Program: RPDC - Central

Location: 9 Central RPDC (Warrensburg, MO) [map]

Audience: General Education and Special Education Teachers

Dates: 3/26/2025

What is your student performance data telling you? Consider learning how to Develop Assessment Capable Learners (DACL). The DACL instructional practices have a very high effect size of 1.33. Learn how to implement processes to create student growth while implementing a vision of the learning target. The following questions will be addressed:

Where am I going?

Where am I now?

How can I close the gap?



Morning refreshments and registration will begin at 8:30 am, with content beginning at 9 am sharp. Lunch will be provided.