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Thursday, July 30
 

8:30am CDT

Beyond the Checklist: Bringing Indicators to Life Through Shared Understanding
Thursday July 30, 2026 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Roark Creek
How can schools move beyond checklists to make observation indicators a meaningful driver of growth? This session shares how one school cultivated a shared understanding through a year-long, collaborative process grounded in efficacy theory. Educators will learn how teacher-generated look-fors, leadership alignment, and structured learning walks helped create consistency and ownership. Participants will reflect on how similar strategies can personalize growth and enhance instructional quality in their schools.
Speakers
avatar for Brittany Flowers

Brittany Flowers

Instructional Coach, Marshfield R-1
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Calen VanNess

Assistant Principal--Webster Elementary, Marshfield

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Natasha Adams

Elementary Principal, Marshfield R-1
Thursday July 30, 2026 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Roark Creek
  Breakout Session Offered 1x

8:30am CDT

Breaking the Busy Work Cycle: Authentic Enrichment for Advanced Learners
Thursday July 30, 2026 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Fall Creek
Stop the cycle of "extra work" and transform your classroom into a hub for deep thinkers. This session moves beyond repetitive practice to explore authentic enrichment—experiences that enhance the curriculum through high-level inquiry and creative application. Learn to replace standard assignments with impactful strategies like "Fermi Problems," curriculum compacting, and tiered tasks without the burden of writing a second lesson plan. By shifting from "more" to "deeper," you will gain practical tools to challenge advanced learners effectively.
Speakers
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Christina Wallace

Gifted Teacher & Facilitator, Waynesville R-VI School District
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Chandi Koeppel

Gifted Teacher, Waynesville R-VI School District
Thursday July 30, 2026 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Fall Creek
  Breakout Session Offered 1x

8:30am CDT

Calibrate Confidently: Examples of Creating Consistent Grading Practices
Thursday July 30, 2026 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Boston Ferry
Do you ever feel like you grade harder or not hard enough compared to your teammates and you gave the same assignment or assessment? Are you wanting to create a more consistent grading environment for the students in your school? At the end of this presentation, participants will have research and examples of practices to take back to the classroom and their team on ways to calibrate the grading process to create consistency for their students.
Speakers
avatar for Abigail Groves

Abigail Groves

8th Grade History Educator, Republic School District
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Candace Miller

8th Grade History Teacher, Republic School District
Thursday July 30, 2026 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Boston Ferry
  Breakout Session Offered 1x

8:30am CDT

Making Growth Visible with Effect Size, Quadrants, and Routines
Thursday July 30, 2026 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Short Creek 3
As accountability systems like APR place equal weight on achievement and growth, schools need practical ways to monitor and respond to both. While achievement is frequently measured, growth often remains invisible until benchmark or state assessments. This session introduces a classroom-connected framework for making growth visible in real time using effect size from common assessments. Participants will use a Growth–Achievement Matrix to identify student needs, select targeted instructional routines, and plan next steps. Attendees will engage in hands-on application and leave with actionable strategies to improve student outcomes and positively impact APR performance.
Speakers
avatar for Jennifer Renegar

Jennifer Renegar

Data & Assessment Specialist, Republic Schools

Thursday July 30, 2026 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Short Creek 3
  Breakout Session Offered 1x

8:30am CDT

Quick Coping Strategies You Can Put Into Practice This School Year
Thursday July 30, 2026 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Short Creek 4
As educators, we know our students are showing an increase in behavioral issues and struggle with emotional regulation. According to the Child Mind Institute, approximately 10 percent of students struggle with mental health concerns. That means potentially one to two students in EVERY classroom need instruction on coping strategies. At the end of this session, you will be able to implement actionable coping strategies in your day-to-day lesson plans which will benefit your students who currently need them and those who will undoubtedly face stressors in their future. Also, 10 attendees will have a chance to win a "Take 5 Box!"
Speakers
avatar for Elizabeth Deckard

Elizabeth Deckard

Special Education Teacher, Pleasant Hope R-VI
I have worked in education for 7 years. I have been with the Pleasant Hope district since 2019. I worked as a special education paraprofessional while completing my teaching certification in Missouri. Now, I teach at the Pleasant Hope Ranch school supporting students with behavioral... Read More →
Thursday July 30, 2026 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Short Creek 4
  Breakout Session Offered 1x

8:30am CDT

Sprinkling Joy: Everyday Ways to Uplift Your School Community
Thursday July 30, 2026 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Old Glory - Hilton Promenade
Small gestures can lead to big change. This session highlights fun, meaningful ways to “sprinkle joy” among staff all year long while engaging parents and the wider community. Participants will walk away with ideas to inspire, connect, and sustain teacher happiness and school spirit.
Speakers
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Maggie Barnett

Kindergarten Teacher, Hollister School District
Thursday July 30, 2026 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Old Glory - Hilton Promenade
  Breakout Session Offered 1x

8:30am CDT

Stripes School Store: A Student-Led Journey in Entrepreneurial Experiences and MVAs
Thursday July 30, 2026 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Short Creek 2
Join us to explore the Stripes school store, a student-led school-based enterprise at Ozark High School. This session will highlight the journey of launching the store, how students are earning Market Value Assets (MVAs), and strategies for recording and reporting this data. Participants will reflect on ways to start their own school-based enterprise or expand existing programs to provide students with real-world experiences that develop skills, build confidence, and prepare them for future careers. Learn practical ideas to empower students through hands-on, career-focused learning in your own school.
Speakers
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Leigh Jennings

Director of Academies, Ozark R-VI Schools
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Rachel Kirkman

Business Teacher, Ozark R-VI
Thursday July 30, 2026 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Short Creek 2
  Breakout Session Offered 1x

8:30am CDT

Unleashing Mathematical Brilliance: What Students Need to Truly Understand
Thursday July 30, 2026 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Compton Ferry
Results from NAEP show only 36% of 4th graders and 26% of middle school students are proficient in mathematics (NCES, 2022). In this session, participants will explore the foundational understandings that unlock mathematical thinking across number, fractions, and proportional reasoning. Through student vignettes, hands-on tasks, and thought experiments, we will examine common curricular barriers, and the specific ideas students must develop to move forward. Participants will leave with practical strategies and ready-to-use experiences designed to strengthen these critical understandings in their own classrooms.
Speakers
avatar for Patrick Sullivan

Patrick Sullivan

Professor of Mathematics, Missouri State University
The Southwest Missouri District Association of Mathematics Teachers (SWMDAMT) is a regional professional mathematics education association organized to support the following goals:  promotes excellence in teaching mathematics in elementary, middle, junior high and senior high schools... Read More →
avatar for Brandi Compass

Brandi Compass

Instructional Coach, Springfield R-12
Thursday July 30, 2026 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Compton Ferry
  Breakout Session Offered 1x

8:30am CDT

Wild About Wellness: Helping Staff Bloom to Support Student Success
Thursday July 30, 2026 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Main Ballroom (Enter right side)
Discover how to design and implement a comprehensive staff wellness program at both the district and building levels. Like a well-tended garden, intentional support helps staff take root, grow, and flourish, strengthening student success and overall school culture. Presenters will share practical, easy-to-implement wellness strategies, ideas for building community partnerships, and approaches that extend beyond traditional pillars of nutrition and fitness to include mental, financial, and social health. Attendees will leave with actionable tools to cultivate a sustainable wellness program where both staff and students can thrive.
Speakers
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Nancy Leonard

Wellness Facilitator, Republic R-III School District

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Taylor Shields

Process Coordinator, Republic R-III School District
Thursday July 30, 2026 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Main Ballroom (Enter right side)
  Breakout Session Offered 1x

8:30am CDT

Wonder in the Elementary Classroom
Thursday July 30, 2026 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Short Creek 1
In classrooms where joy and curiosity are intentionally cultivated, students take on the cognitive heavy lifting. When learning is infused with a sense of wonder, engagement shifts from compliance to genuine investment. Educators can spark this transformation by designing experiences that invite exploration—through purposeful games, rich partner discourse, and thoughtfully crafted puzzles.
Speakers
avatar for Patricia Rodriguez

Patricia Rodriguez

3rd Grade Teacher, West Plains Public Schools
Hello! I am Patricia Rodriguez. I am moving back to the classroom after instructional coaching for 5 years. I’ll teach 3rd grade!
Thursday July 30, 2026 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Short Creek 1
  Breakout Session Offered 1x

8:30am CDT

Between the Lines: A Roundtable for Instructional Coaches
Thursday July 30, 2026 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Hensley Ferry
Every instructional coach knows that the most important work often happens in the margins—between the data points, the formal evaluations, and the "I’m just fine" hallway conversations. Join us for a dynamic roundtable where we’ll dive into the nuanced art of building-level leadership. From decoding teacher resistance to fostering a culture of critical thinking, we’re moving beyond the clipboard to discuss what actually moves the needle in Missouri classrooms. Whether you’re a veteran lead teacher or a first-year coach, bring your toughest scenarios and your best "wins" for a collaborative deep dive into the craft of coaching. The goal? To leave with fresh strategies for reading the room and refining the result.
Speakers
avatar for Lydia Ross

Lydia Ross

Instructional Coach, Rolla School District
Thursday July 30, 2026 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Hensley Ferry
  Roundtable Session

8:30am CDT

Connecting the Dots from RWL MVA's to Registered Youth Apprenticeships and Internships
Thursday July 30, 2026 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Cooper Creek 1
This session will showcase Table Rock Career Center and Reeds Spring High School’s rigorous work in the Real World Learning platform including community partnerships, job shadows, internships and Registered Youth Apprenticeships while identifying best practices with Market-Value Assets and how to turn those into credentials that have life-changing impact on students’ lives through Registered Youth Apprenticeships.Since 2018, Table Rock Career Center and Reeds Spring High School has slowly worked into the RYA space, utilizing a variety of career explorations, work-based learning community/industry partnerships and strategies to assist students with being on a trajectory toward career pathway success.
Speakers
avatar for Betty Glasgow

Betty Glasgow

Registered Youth Apprenticeship Consultant, Missouri State University
After 32 years in education, I have spent the last two years as the Southwest Regional Registered Youth Consultant for the state of Missouri. Before retiring, I spent the last 5 years building the BoMO Works Internship and Apprenticeship program for Bolivar High School. It is my passion... Read More →
avatar for Rachel Pryor

Rachel Pryor

Work Based Learning Coordinator, Reeds Spring / Table Rock Career Center
Thursday July 30, 2026 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Cooper Creek 1
  RWL Breakout Session Offered 1x

8:30am CDT

Deep Dive with Keynote Thomas C. Murray: Shifting Mindsets: The Best Leaders are Great Communicators!
Thursday July 30, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
Cooper Creek 2/3
The quality of your communication will make or break the quality of much of your work. From supervising classroom instruction, to navigating challenges, to collaborating with families, the best leaders are great communicators! Join award-winning, best-selling author Thomas C. Murray for this fun and engaging experience to understand why gaps in communication often exist and how, as leaders, we must work to overcome the “curse of knowledge!” You’ll leave this session with evidence-based practices for your school community and practical activities to replicate with your team! You’re guaranteed to laugh—a LOT—while simultaneously reflecting on your own communication practices.
Speakers
avatar for Thomas C. Murray

Thomas C. Murray

Educator. Author. Speaker., Thomas C Murray, LLC
Tom serves as the Director of Innovation for Future Ready Schools, a project of All4Ed located in Washington, D.C. He has testified before the United States Congress and has worked alongside that body, the US Senate, the White House, the US Department of Education and state departments... Read More →
Thursday July 30, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
Cooper Creek 2/3
  Leadership Strand

9:30am CDT

Aligning Your Actions with Your Priorities in the Principalship
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Short Creek 4
This session will provide strategies for individuals serving in leadership roles to align the time they spend each day with their priorities. Current school principals will share how they use the process of prioritization to clarify the most-important actions they must take each day. Participants will reflect on how their own actions align with the priorities of their schools and will explore tools that can help manage and organize their time.
Speakers
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Christy Coursey

Executive Director of Elementary Learning, Republic School District
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Camie Lyons

Elementary Principal, Republic School District
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Erin Wayt

Principal, Republic School District
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Short Creek 4
  Breakout Session Offered 1x

9:30am CDT

Dollars & Sense: One Last Look Before the Bell Rings
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Roark Creek
As the new school year approaches, join us for one last look at the ever-changing landscape of Missouri school finance. This session will provide timely updates on state funding, legislative developments, and key trends impacting district budgets. We’ll highlight what matters most right now, share practical insights, and offer considerations to help you start the year informed and prepared. Whether it’s changes from the Capitol or emerging best practices, this session will connect the dots and help you make sense of what’s ahead.
Speakers
avatar for Jordan Dickey

Jordan Dickey

Assistant Superintendent of Finance, Joplin Schools
Central Office - Finance
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Jason Hoffman

Vice President, Investment Services & CFO (Retired), Jefferson City
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Roark Creek
  Breakout Session Offered 1x

9:30am CDT

From Burnout to Balance: Building Habits That Support Well-Being
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Short Creek 1
According to the 2025 MSTA teacher survey over 71% of educators said they have considered leaving the profession this year, with 41% of respondents saying job-related stress was a factor. The first half of this session will go over tools and practical daily habits, educators can utilize to set clear, consistent work boundaries so they can focus attention to other passions outside of school. Participants will also engage in activities, like some simple restorative stretches, that can improve their mental and physical well being. Participants will come away with new skills and supports so they can avoid the teacher burnout.
Speakers
avatar for Rachel N. Johnson

Rachel N. Johnson

Kindergarten Teacher, Truman Elementary, Rolla 31 School District
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Short Creek 1
  Breakout Session Offered 1x

9:30am CDT

GOData Network Session
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Short Creek 3
In the ever-evolving landscape of education, harnessing the power of data is paramount for informed decision-making and continuous improvement. This session invites anyone whose role includes data and assessment to explore strategies and innovations aimed at maximizing the potential of data-driven assessment practices. This meeting will serve as the GOData Network’s first meeting of 2026-27.
Speakers
avatar for Jennifer Renegar

Jennifer Renegar

Data & Assessment Specialist, Republic Schools

Thursday July 30, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Short Creek 3
  Breakout Session Offered 1x

9:30am CDT

Hands-On > Screen Time: Bringing Math to Life with Manipulatives in Upper Elementary
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Boston Ferry
Get ready to rethink the power of manipulatives! This hands-on session will show how giving students the opportunity to physically touch, move, and build with math tools can spark deeper understanding than screen-based practice alone. While manipulatives are often associated with early primary grades, they can be game-changing for upper elementary students—especially those who have struggled to connect with math in the past. Participants will explore how to use manipulatives to connect mathematical concepts to real-world situations, helping students make sense of what they are learning through building, modeling, and proving their thinking. This approach moves beyond rote memorization and drill-based learning, empowering students to develop lasting conceptual understanding. Teachers will leave with ready-to-use strategies, engaging lesson ideas, and interactive games they can implement immediately. This session is ideal for educators teaching grades 2–5.
Speakers
avatar for Savannah Gregorio

Savannah Gregorio

Middle School Mathematics Teacher, Ozark School District
Education and Training Missouri State University
Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood
EducationMasters Degree in Elementary
EducationElementary Mathematics
Specialist 2022Add+VantageMR® Course 1number words and numerals, structuring numbers, addition and subtraction Add+VantageMR®m... Read More →
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Boston Ferry
  Breakout Session Offered 1x

9:30am CDT

Set It Up, Don't Clean It Up
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Fall Creek
Research indicates that educators spend approximately two and a half hours each week addressing student behavior. That’s nearly 15 FULL DAYS of a school year! With increasing demands on teachers, we cannot afford to lose valuable instructional minutes to preventable disruptions. This session focuses on simple, effective classroom management strategies and routines that create clear expectations and maximize instructional time. Participants will see video exemplars and hear what students, teachers, and administrators think it looks like. In addition, attendees will leave with tools to design a classroom management plan, ensuring systems are in place before students arrive.
Speakers
avatar for Krista Gore

Krista Gore

Instructional Coach, Ozark School District
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Fall Creek
  Breakout Session Offered 1x

9:30am CDT

Taking it from the Classroom to the Community: Senior Projects
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Old Glory - Hilton Promenade
School-wide music video. Pickleball tournament. Community Car Shows. Building a marimba. Journaling. Mental Health Education. Senior projects can be more than a capstone—they can be a catalyst for real change. In our program, students identify something that would improve their lives, the school, or the community, then turn their research into action. This session will share how we structure student-led projects that move beyond compliance to authentic impact. Participants will learn practical frameworks for guiding inquiry, supporting project management, and assessing real-world learning so students can apply what they know in meaningful ways.
Speakers
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Melanie Clark

Teacher, Marshfield R1
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Old Glory - Hilton Promenade
  Breakout Session Offered 1x

9:30am CDT

The Great! The Good! The Bark! Therapy Dogs Paws-itively Impacting Student Success!
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Compton Ferry
Therapy dogs are a powerful way to support student success! This session will highlight how a therapy dog can transform a school environment by building relationships, supporting emotional regulation, and increasing student engagement. Participants will gain insight into how a therapy dog can positively impact school culture, while also receiving practical, real-world guidance for implementing a successful program. From training and safety to scheduling and expectations, this session will equip you with the tools and confidence to bring the power of paws into your school!
Speakers
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Amy Jo Kilgore

Early Childhood Center Principal, Hollister RV School District
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Compton Ferry
  Breakout Session Offered 1x

9:30am CDT

Using Math Mini-Lessons and Games for Tier 1 Instruction
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Short Creek 2
This presentation will demonstrate how to effectively use math mini-lessons and games to strengthen Tier 1 instruction for all students. Participants will explore strategies for delivering focused, high-impact mini-lessons that target essential skills while maximizing instructional time. The session will also highlight how to incorporate engaging math games that reinforce concepts, promote collaboration, and provide meaningful practice. Attendees will walk away with practical tools, ready-to-use ideas, and strategies to differentiate instruction within the core classroom. By combining direct instruction with interactive learning, this approach supports increased student engagement, deeper understanding, and improved outcomes across diverse learning needs.
Speakers
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Hadlee Goldberg

Personalized Achievement Coordinator, Reed Springs
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Short Creek 2
  Breakout Session Offered 1x

9:30am CDT

Math You Can Touch: Everyday Objects That Make Math Click!”
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Hensley Ferry
Discover how simple, everyday items can become powerful math manipulatives. In this roundtable session, we’ll share quick, classroom-ready ideas for using common objects to model concepts, increase engagement, and deepen understanding. Participants will exchange strategies and leave with practical activities they can use right away.
Speakers
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Tanya Ketchum

7th grade Math Teacher, Cassville R IV School District

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Whitney Wenzel

8th grade Math Teacher, Cassville R IV School District
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Hensley Ferry
  Roundtable Session

9:30am CDT

Connecting Passions to Purpose: The Power of Community-Connected CTE
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Cooper Creek 1
This session will highlight how strong community partnerships expand Career and Technical Education (CTE) opportunities beyond the walls of the school building. Participants will explore ways to collaborate with local businesses, industry partners, and community organizations to provide students with authentic experiences such as job shadows, internships, and mentorships. The focus will be on helping students connect their passions to purposeful career pathways through real-world exposure and relationships. Attendees will leave with practical ideas for growing partnerships and reimagining learning as a shared effort between schools and the community.
Speakers
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Gage Tiller

Director, Carthage Technical Center/Carthage R9 School District
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Cooper Creek 1
  RWL Breakout Session Offered 1x

10:30am CDT

Shifting Mindsets: Creating a Culture of Innovation
Thursday July 30, 2026 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Main Ballroom
The past few years have brought uncertainty at every turn, creating significant anxiety and a loss of sleep for all educators, regardless of position. As we work to innovate and transform the learning experience, how can we create a culture where both students and staff can thrive? How can we work to overcome fear and fail forward when things don't go as planned? Grounded in relationships and built upon a culture for learning, personal and authentic cultures of innovation respect the hidden stories within each individual and are learner-centered by design. Join this fun and interactive keynote for a lot of laughs paired with practical and proven strategies that you can immediately implement with your team. Regardless of what happens outside our district walls, together, we can work to create meaningful opportunities for those we serve when we hyper-focus on the things that matter most. The work is hard, but our kids are worth it!
Speakers
avatar for Thomas C. Murray

Thomas C. Murray

Educator. Author. Speaker., Thomas C Murray, LLC
Tom serves as the Director of Innovation for Future Ready Schools, a project of All4Ed located in Washington, D.C. He has testified before the United States Congress and has worked alongside that body, the US Senate, the White House, the US Department of Education and state departments... Read More →
Thursday July 30, 2026 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Main Ballroom
  Keynote
 

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