Rachel Kopke

Assistant Superintendent for Special Education and Early Childhood Services

Dr. Rachel Kopke is the current Assistant Superintendent of Special Education and Early Childhood at Monroe County Intermediate School District. She has presented at numerous national, regional, state, and local conferences and was a co-presenter at the MASA Mid-Winter Conference in 2020 in Detroit, Michigan and the fall 2022 MASA Conference in Traverse City, Michigan. She holds numerous leadership positions around the state and teaches educational courses for various state institutions.

Company Monroe County Intermediate School District

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Day 2

January 19, 2023

1:45 pm

It's Time for a New Adventure: Why Adventure May be the Answer to the Three Biggest Problems Facing Education Today.

Great Lakes IV (Lower Level)

Carl Graves Rachel Kopke Margot Lechlak

19 January

Time: 1:45 pm - 3:00 pm

Location: Great Lakes IV (Lower Level)

Speaker: Carl Graves Rachel Kopke Margot Lechlak

The three biggest challenges facing educators today are poor academic outcomes, staff burnout, and student discipline. Come hear firsthand from teachers, coaches, and students who are engaging in an experiential learning designed to impact all three areas. We believe that adventure is a powerful approach for healing for children and adults. Join us as we provide a brief overview of the MCISD’s newly launched Adventure Program! We will highlight the 7 Adventure beliefs, how our program supports the mental wellness of all, and how we intentionally design classroom goals and accompanying experiential activities to help foster a supportive and inclusive classroom environment. Presenters will also lead participants in multiple experiential adventure learning activities!