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ENGAGE Professional Learning Institute August 911, 2016 – Byron Nelson High School

ENGAGE is a Professional Learning Institute designed to support all teachers within NISD with a variety of learning opportunities. New Teachers please refer the beginning of each day for your course offerings.

Quick Links: Tuesday, August 9

Keynote Address New Teacher Required Sessions Choice Sessions

Wednesday, August 10 Keynote Address New Teacher Required Sessions Choice Sessions

Thursday, August 11 New Teacher Required Sessions Choice Sessions

Tuesday, August 9

Keynote Address

8:30 9:50 am AVID PAC Presenter(s): NISD AVID Students The students know best! There is not a better way to kick off the school year! Come

hear from our AVID students and their insight to school, learning and AVID!

New Teacher Required Sessions 10:00 11:30 am Effective Teaching on Day 1 New Elementary Teachers 133, 135, 137 Presenter(s): Megan Games, Donna Thompson, Kelly Quaglieri, Kendra Carter Learn tips and tools to be an effective teacher on day 1. We will explore NISD

initiatives that will provide structures and engage students throughout the school year.

10:00 11:30 am Effective Teaching on Day 1 New Secondary Teachers 139, 141, 143 Presenter(s): Jamie Shirley, Libby Haines, Melissa Cordero Learn tips and tools to be an effective teacher on day 1. We will explore NISD

initiatives that will provide structures and engage students throughout the school year.

1:00 2:30 pm Do your Students have PMS? They Should! 143 Presenter(s): Callie Wilburn If your students suffer from fatigue/lack of energy, anxiety, trouble concentrating, and

decreased alertness and you are tired of the hearing the following questions: What are we doing today? Do I have to know this? Is this going to be on the test? What do I need to study? Then PMS is the solution! Yes, you read that right! Cure their symptoms by GIVING your students PMS (Progress Monitoring Sheets)!

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This session will teach you how to develop and use Student Progress Monitoring Sheets (SPMS) to answer each of the questions above. SPMS allow students to become more responsible for their own learning and helps teachers formatively assess and guide instruction.

1:00 2:30 pm New Teacher Math Training K2 101 Presenter(s): Shaunda Garrison New teachers will review their curriculum, resources and strategies that will help

their students be successful. New teachers will also receive an overview of the workshop model and the components involved.

1:00 2:30 pm New Teacher Math Training 3 5 102 Presenter(s): Shaunda Garrison New teachers will review their curriculum, resources and strategies that will help

their students be successful. New teachers will also receive an overview of the workshop model and the components involved.

1:00 4:00 pm Basics of Social Studies Curriculum Grades 612 139 Presenter(s): Darsi Bickley Social Studies teachers who are new to the district will receive an introduction to

their curriculum, resources and district initiatives for Social Studies.

1:00 4:00 pm Curriculum Preview and Workshop Model ELA Grade 3 107 Presenter(s): Elementary ELA Curriculum Team This session is for new third grade teachers to NISD. It will review the curriculum and

workshop model

1:00 4:00 pm Curriculum Preview and Workshop Model ELA Grade 45 108 Presenter(s): Elementary ELA Curriculum Team This session is for new fourth and fifth grade teachers to NISD. It will review the

curriculum and workshop model

1:00 4:00 pm Curriculum Access for New World Languages Teachers 3xx Presenter(s): Fabiola Valdez Welcome to World Languages at NISD. We will explore our curriculum and support

you so you are ready to start the year off with a bang!

1:00 4:00 pm Secondary ELA New Teacher Curriculum Update 115 Presenter(s): Brittnie Bragg New Secondary ELA teachers to the district will become familiar with our Secondary

ELA Instructional Expectations and receive the opportunity to collaborate together and begin delving into grade level curriculum documents.

2:30 4:00 pm Secondary Science Journaling 143 Presenter(s): Deirdre Dykes Learn how to effectively use Journals in your science class. Innovative options for

organization, time saving methods for giving feedback, and multiple options to

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provide critical writing opportunities.

Choice Sessions 8:30 11:30 am Grading for Students with IEPS 145 Presenter(s): Micah Gierkey, Brenda Cupps Participants will explore and learn strategies on how to evaluate academic

performance for students receiving special education services. Participants will learn about the difference between grading academic content vs. reporting progress on IEP goals.

10:00 11:30 am Anxiety & Gifted Kids 117 Presenter(s): Marissa Blattner, Sandra Champion Gifted learners often feel things more deeply & intensely, which often results in

increased anxiety. In this session, participants will look at the biology behind anxiety and walk away with some ideas for helping students work through some of those triggers.

10:00 11:30 am Differentiation: Simplified, Realistic, and Effective 118 Presenter(s): Dr. Bertie Kingore This practical session demonstrates a realistic approach to differentiation that

promotes students' achievement with less intensive time and labor for teachers. Educators increase expertise in differentiation strategies as they learn to prioritize a sequence for implementing differentiation. Simpletouse strategies, activities, and materials are modeled that challenge students, increase active participation, document state learning standards, and transfer to multiple content areas.

10:00 11:30 am Fishing for Success: How do successful teachers consistently CATCH the

attention of learners? 111

Presenter(s): Logan Faris Consistent student engagement, lesson design and differentiation can be SLIPPERY

and ELUSIVE at times. How do effective teachers consistently engage all learners? After attending this session, participants will be able to CAST a variety of strategies to consistently engage and REEL in learners by designing lessons that LURE and CATCH the varied interests of all learners. Join us as we WADE into the STREAM and EXPLORE the world of Fishing for Success.

10:00 11:30 am Google Forms For Rubrics 113 Presenter(s): Michael Anderson Participants will learn how to use Google Forms to create rubrics that make grading

both complex and simple assignments easier and more accurate while providing rich feedback to both students and parents. No technical expertise is necessary and participants will leave the workshop with tools that will enhance their effectiveness and efficiency.

10:00 11:30 am Keeping Students Engaged ELA Grades K2 107 Presenter(s): Monica Hutchinson, Linda Castillo We will present different instructional strategies to keep all your students engaged

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during Reading Workshop. 10:00 11:30 am Not Now, Maybe Later: Overcoming Procrastination 116 Presenter(s): Audra Rowell Have you ever noticed that the last student to turn something in or even get started

is a gifted learner? Has that left you scratching your head, wondering what to do? This session will look at what gifted learners procrastinate and some strategies to use with them to help them get started.

10:00 11:30 am Notebooking Fairies: Part 2 Grades 35 109 Presenter(s): Lisa Degnan, Hayley Sample, Kila Bach Our mission as The Notebooking Fairies is to teach you how to notebook and to give

you lots of free ideas to notebook in your Language Arts classroom. Every now and then we'll sprinkle in some pixie dust to make things extra special. So what is notebooking? Here’s our definition: to notebook: (verb) to put written ideas, drawn or printed images, and other relevant things into a notebook as a record of learning; often used to share student ideas, thoughts, reflections, understandings, and goals. From set up to practical use, we will help you build notebooks with flair and with purposeful intent. We took all your awesome advice from last summer and have REVVED up our presentation so that when you leave, you are ready to begin the art of notebooking in your Language Arts classrooms. Check us out for ways to incorporate good character and poetry into everyday lessons Language Arts lessons. These 5 minute activities will enhance student comprehension and develop deep thinking in all your students. Notebooking will enhance your classroom and help your students begin that metacognitive process towards self reflection and self efficacy! Join us for a fast and furious ride! Please bring a COMPOSITION BOOK to the presentation, so that you can begin your personal teacher notebook right then, right there! Bring your LAPTOP as well. You won't want to miss this session!

10:00 11:30 am OLC 2.0 114 Presenter(s): Amy Hollenshead The OLC is opening this Fall with new facilities, curriculum and engagement

opportunities. Come find out about the changes, how your OLC day will look when your campus visits and getting comfortable outdoors.

10:00 11:30 am Project and ProblemBased Learning in the Secondary ELA Classroom 115 Presenter(s): Brittany Harper, Lindsey Davis Problem and ProjectBased Learning promotes discovery, problem solving,

research, and collaboration. Learning and responsibility shifts back to students, and the teacher becomes an informed facilitator. Join us as we share the ABCs of this 21st centurystyle teaching, how it can work for you in your classroom, and look at the products and success of students researching and solving a realworld problem in response to a driving question.

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10:00 11:30 am SSI for Middle School Math 106 Presenter(s): Melanye Griffin SSI teachers will become familiar with the available resources to use with SSI

students as well as how to use district data to help students set goals and move forward to close learning gaps.

10:00 11:30 am Starting on the WRITE track! Foundations of Writing in K2 Classrooms 108 Presenter(s): Claire Baker, Kristen Dixon In this session, we will explore setting up a writer's workshop in the primary

classroom that encourages process writing through purposeful feedback, targeted mini lessons and goal setting.We will also discuss strategies for teaching and reinforcing correct letter formation and handwriting, as well as ways to embed written peer feedback into the workshop model.

10:00 11:30 am Think Through Math Ensuring a Successful Start 105 Presenter(s): Shaunda Garrison, Sarah Schapansky Think Through Math trainer, Sarah Schapansky, will train teachers how to get started

with students at the beginning of the year and how to monitor student progress as they move through this digital resource. Think Through Math is a researchbased instructional model that meets the rigorous demands of a busy classroom. Think Through Math gives EVERY student the opportunity to receive personalized instruction — exactly when he or she needs it — with our unique availability of online certified math teachers. Our mission is to provide true onetoone differentiation for every student, based on each student’s individual needs. Think Through Math is like having an additional teacher for every student in your class, at school, home, or onthego.

10:00 11:30 am Turn the Page 110 Presenter(s): Katherine Harper, Marcy Leaf Specific lessons, tools, and tips on how to make thematic book clubs work for your

classroom.

10:00 11:30 am Understanding Executive Functioning Processes and Instructional

Strategies to Improve Student Performance 147

Presenter(s): Micah Gierkey, Kris Kelly, Cheryl Travis Participants will be provided with a brief overview of the Executive Processes

(working memory, planning, organization, prioritizing and attention) and how deficits in these processes may impact learning. These executive skills are the cognitive skills that allow for selfregulation and selfdirection of our daytoday and long term functioning for academic learning and also social/behavioral abilities. Students need support in developing Executive Function skills through reinforced modeling and practice in real world situations and environments.

10:00 11:30 am Using School Messenger to Update Your Teacher Web Page 208 Presenter(s): Melissa Shawn, Emily Conklin Learn how to make edits to your new teacher web pages.

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10:00 11:30 am What Secondary Educators Need to Know About the New Student Device...

the Chromebook 210

Presenter(s): Melissa Griffith, Sarah Thomasson Learn the basics of Chromebooks to become familiar with the new device that NISD

middle school and high school students will be issued in Fall 2016. Topics will include an overview of the Chromebased operating system, basic Chromebook tasks and keyboard shortcuts, as well as how to access Google Drive, Microsoft Office applications, Moodle, and school email. Educators will leave this session with a general understanding of how students will use Chromebooks, both in their classroom and at home. This session is designed for middle school and high school educators. Participants do not need any Chromebook experience, and Chromebooks will be available during the session for participants to gain handson practice.

1:00 2:30 pm AVID in Every Classroom 137 Presenter(s): Jennifer Beedlow, Dedra Peacock Come learn how all of your students can benefit from incorporating AVID Strategies

into your lessons. Experience these Strategies and Structures firsthand.WICOR STrategies & AVID!

1:00 2:30 pm Getting Comfortable with Experiential Learning K2 114 Presenter(s): Amy Hollenshead Learn how you can use basic experiential learning (learn by doing) techniques in

your classroom and at school so you are more comfortable with leading learning when at the OLC. Techniques will improve your utilization of placebased learning and stimulating student inquiry.

1:00 2:30 pm He said, she said: The continuous cycle of feedback 133 Presenter(s): Tiffany Holland, Meredith Scheerle The ins and outs of effective feedback in journals. 1:00 2:30 pm HOT (Higher Order Thinking) Strategies in the Secondary Classroom 117 Presenter(s): Brittany Harper, Brandy Brown What does it mean to dig deeper with our students into text, and how can we design

what goes on in the classroom to get them thinking about it in a whole new way? Join us as we look at how you can develop lessons, strategies, relevant discussions, and project ideas to get your secondary students thinking, reading, and writing critically.

1:00 2:30 pm Literature Circles for Diverse Classrooms 149 Presenter(s): Katie Walker This session will explore ways to engage learners from diverse backgrounds in

literature circles. We will discuss how to select appropriate texts, make the language accessible, scaffold for success, and engage learners within a diverse classroom. Teachers will leave this session with resources for tasks and texts to support the planning of literature circles that will engage diverse learners. This session is appropriate for English Language Arts and ESL Instructors in the K12 classroom.

1:00 2:30 pm McGraw Hill, The Digital Textbook 141

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Presenter(s): Darsi Bickley, McGrawHill This session is designed to give Secondary Social Studies teachers a refresher on

the digital McGraw Hill resources

1:00 2:30 pm Not Now, Maybe Later: Overcoming Procrastination 116 Presenter(s): Rebecca Davis, Kristy Schluter Have you ever noticed that the last student to turn something in or even get started

is a gifted learner? Has that left you scratching your head, wondering what to do? This session will look at what gifted learners procrastinate and some strategies to use with them to help them get started.

1:00 2:30 pm Purposeful Feedback: Making It Make a Change 135 Presenter(s): Rhonda Lemieux The focus of this workshop is geared toward providing productive feedback in

content area writing, whether a grade is attached or not. Feedback can be used to create a deeper level of understanding the content, as well as the writing process. Register now to begin to think about and practice on actual student papers how writing feedback, when given in short chunks, can improve time management and make the rigor of writing deeper for all students.

1:00 2:30 pm Putting the Processes Into Action Grades K2 103 Presenter(s): Madeline Rehm What does it mean for students to be mathematically proficient? What teaching

practices are needed to shift teaching from a focus on content alone to a focus on application and understanding? Come experience the skills and attitudes needed for students to make sense of problems and construct viable arguments when the 7 Process Standards are embedded in instruction.

1:00 2:30 pm Putting the Processes Into Action Grades 35 104 Presenter(s): Melinda Grantham What does it mean for students to be mathematically proficient? What teaching

practices are needed to shift teaching from a focus on content alone to a focus on application and understanding? Come experience the skills and attitudes needed for students to make sense of problems and construct viable arguments when the 7 Process Standards are embedded in instruction.

1:00 2:30 pm Student SelfAssessment 147 Presenter(s): Stacey Polk, Shelly Hall A student's motivation to achieve will increase when he/she is truly involved in their

learning and assessment. Students must have the opportunity to monitor their own growth and adjust their goals for continued achievement. This session will offer strategies for student selfassessment and how that information can be used.

1:00 2:30 pm The DAM Cycle of Assessment 223 Presenter(s): Lisa Ransleben, Melissa Webber, Rebecca Harwell, Chrisa Oakley How the Data Analysis Meeting (DAM) cycle develops teacher ownership in

dissecting assessment data, collaborating in PLC and planning for reteaching.

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1:00 2:30 pm Think Through Math Ensuring a Successful Start 105 Presenter(s): Melanye Griffin, Sarah Schapansky Think Through Math trainer, Sarah Schapansky, will train teachers how to get started

with students at the beginning of the year and how to monitor student progress as they move through this digital resource. Think Through Math is a researchbased instructional model that meets the rigorous demands of a busy classroom. Think Through Math gives EVERY student the opportunity to receive personalized instruction — exactly when he or she needs it — with our unique availability of online certified math teachers. Our mission is to provide true onetoone differentiation for every student, based on each student’s individual needs. Think Through Math is like having an additional teacher for every student in your class, at school, home, or onthego.

1:00 2:30 pm Unpacking Science Standards 210 Presenter(s): Sarah Aldridge Are those science TEKS still a mystery to you? Ever ask, "What are they really

wanting me to teach!?!?" Come learn how to use tools that will help you pinpoint what students must do and learn to master their TEKS.

1:00 2:30 pm WANTED: SILLY TEACHERS! 208 Presenter(s): Monique Lawson, Lindsay Trinkle Are you in a rut? Do you want to have fun in the classroom? If you answered yes,

then join us to learn new ways to engage YOURSELF and your kids! This class is designed for teachers who want to be silly, use props, and learn new ways to "hook" their students!

1:00 2:30 pm What does The New Vision for Public Education have to do with my

classroom? Lecture Hall

Presenter(s): Rob Thornell NISD has been involved at the state level for the last several years to transform

education in public schools. However, how might this work align and connect to all our classrooms? In this session, participants will learn more about the Visioning work at the state and district level, but more importantly, learn how it can transform their own classrooms. Teachers must be empowered to create authentic and dynamic learning experiences.

1:00 4:00 pm AVID in CTE 212 Presenter(s): CyLynn Braswell Reading and understanding technical terminology, including manuals

Writing required communications that are easily understood by the intended audience

Listening carefully and speaking clearly, using language appropriate for the audience

Efficiently organizing time, tasks, and information Solving complex problems by organizing information, questioning, seeking

creative answers, and suggesting solutions Working effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and subordinates

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Collaborating on projects and participating in work teams 1:00 4:00 pm Book Clubs Grades 35 109 Presenter(s): Christe Montgomery Book clubs can engage your reader by presenting them with choice and

opportunities for discussion. This session will present ideas for starting, organizing, and how facilitate discussions.

1:00 4:00 pm Close Reading Strategies Grades 35 110 Presenter(s): Brigette Hinte Close Reading is a way for readers practice and see teachers model comprehension

strategies of good readers. This session will provided strategies and processes for close reading.

1:00 4:00 pm Differentiating with Rigor & Engagement: Practical Applications 118 Presenter(s): Dr. Bertie Kingore Current research transforms education's focus from merely mastering content toward

a major concern for rigor, relevance, depth, clarity, and understanding how instruction influences continuous learning and future lives. With humor and fastpaced ideas, investigate joyful, challenging strategies promoting a rigorous learning environment for all students while stimulating opportunities for the autonomy, cognitive skills, and complexity advanced students require in highlevel learning cultures. Explore the five instructional priorities that foster rigor and engagement for all students while integrating standards with intellectual integrity. Participate in refreshing ways to engage highability students so they are motivated to exert the effort required to reach higher achievements. Exit with timesaving techniques and relevant applications characterized by lowpreparation and highimpact so students' minds flourish without overwhelming teachers.

1:00 4:00 pm Guided Writing in the Guided Reading Group Grades K3 113 Presenter(s): Rachel Gromala Guided Writing is a crucial component of guided reading. This session will cover

strategies for teaching guided writing.

1:00 4:00 pm Phonics Instruction in the Workshop Model K2 111 Presenter(s): Mickey Chidester, Laine Gage This session will focus on learning about phonics, how it fits into the instructional

day, and the resources used to teach it.

1:00 4:00 pm Pirating your Classroom Grades 35 144 Presenter(s): Heather Martin, Kelly Suarez, Marisa Wylie, Corbet Ratcliff ARRRRR you ready to pirate your classroom and create memorable learning

experiences for your students? Then come aboard Matey and prepare to embark on an exciting learning adventure! You've read Teach Like a Pirate, by Dave Burgess, and now it’s time to put it into action. Learn how to plan and implement engaging and memorable learning opportunities across all content areas, evaluate the effectiveness of these experiences, and use that data to plan for further "pirate" adventures. Make the learning valuable, exciting, memorable, and meaningful for all students in all areas.

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1:00 4:00 pm StandardsBased IEPs 145 Presenter(s): Micah Gierkey, Brenda Cupps This session supports teachers in developing an understanding of how to write

standardsbased Individualized Education Plans (IEPS) in order to meet federal requirements of the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA) to provide students with disabilities access to the general curriculum. Participants should bring a copy, without identifiers, of a current student's IEP goals.

1:00 4:00 pm Strategies and Procedures for Guided Reading and Small Group Instruction

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Presenter(s): Heather Brewer, Mary Jane McLeod Jan Richardson is a leader in the field of guided reading. Her background in Reading

Recover is evident in her easy to use lesson plans. This session will provide an in depth look at guided reading strategies and processes as well as suggestions for small group instruction.

1:00 4:00 pm Technology in the Fine Arts Classroom Presenter(s): Kevin Lacefield This session is for new and returning teachers who are interested in discovering new

technology tools to help improve their classroom instruction and their effectiveness as a teacher.

1:00 4:00 pm Workshop Model for Secondary Science 207 Presenter(s) Terry Ward, Miranda Bauer Learn how to use workshop model effectively in the science classroom. How does it

work during lab days? What about analysis/writing days? We will explore various options for using solo time and group time with science specific content, and how to craft an effective closing...even when in the middle of a lab experience.

1:00 4:00 pm Writing in the Secondary Math Classroom 106 Presenter(s) Melanye Griffin The Mathematical Process Standards state that math students are expected to

display, explain, and justify mathematical ideas and arguments using precise mathematical language in written or oral communication. This training will provide teachers with strategies for implementing written communication to showcase student understanding of reasonableness, academic vocabulary, and ability to connect mathematical ideas.

2:30 4:00 pm AVID in Every Classroom 137 Presenter(s): Jennifer Beedlow, Dedra Peacock Come learn how all of your students can benefit from incorporating AVID Strategies

into your lessons. Experience these Strategies and Structures firsthand.WICOR STrategies & AVID!

2:30 4:00 pm Curricular Inquiries 105 Presenter(s): Joanna Kysar, Jennifer Allen In this training, teachers will learn how to engage students in Curricular Inquiries (or

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Inquiry Learning) to explore and address realworld problems articulated by the Big Questions.

2:30 4:00 pm Dyslexia 101 Presenter(s): Emily River, Ruth Ann Beagle, Jessica McDonald 117 This session will help classroom teachers understand their students with dyslexia.

You will learn about early indicators of dyslexia and other reading challenges. Learn how to implement students’ specific accommodations as well as other things to consider for your dyslexia students when planning or implementing instruction to ensure their success.

2:30 4:00 pm Google Drive Your Classroom 103 Presenter(s): Jason Sanders Let Google Drive your classroom instead of letting it Google Drive you crazy!

Designed for beginner level Google Apps users, this presentation will help teachers become more comfortable using Google Drive and Google Apps for Education. We will explore common uses and functionality of standard Google Apps like Docs, Sheets, and Forms. We will also examine some extended examples, such as using Google Addons like Flubaroo to create, grade, and give feedback for online quizzes. Through purposeful planning with the use of these tools you can give immediate feedback, allow students to selfassess their learning, encourage collaboration, provide studentdriven choice, and differentiate your methods to meet needs of all students.

2:30 4:00 pm Innovative Journaling in Social Studies 141 Presenter(s): Darsi Bickley, Lauren Smith This session will take teachers through innovative and effective ways to use journals

in the Social Studies Classroom

2:30 4:00 pm Orchestrating Purposeful Talk in Your Classroom K5 104 Presenter(s): Sarah Waterman, Megan Games Purposeful talk is not just for math teachers anymore. Come discover how classroom

discussions are orchestrated and play a significant role in deepening your students' understanding of any content. Come learn the 5 practices for facilitating inquiry oriented classrooms.


organization, time saving methods for giving feedback, and multiple options to provide critical writing opportunities.

2:30 4:00 pm Unpacking Your AWARE Possibilities 114 Presenter(s): Jodi Pafford Are you new to Eduphoria AWARE? Are you a seasoned teacher but feel like you

could learn more about Eduphoria AWARE? If so, this session can help! Come find out different ways you can look at student data in Eduphoria AWARE. Bring your laptop to have the best handson experience.

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2:30 4:00 pm Using Preassessments to Compact Curriculum 133 Presenter(s): Laura TaylorDunn, Sandra Champion Students learn at different rates and in different ways. Using a preassessment

before beginning instruction gives teachers valuable information on where students are. It can also help teachers compact curriculum, creating time for gifted learners & high achievers to go deeper into the curriculum.

2:30 4:00 pm We'll Be Your TRAIL Guide 116 Presenter(s): Leigh Anne Romer, Shelley Ingram, CJ Silbernagel, Donna

Thompson

Our TRAIL Guide has changed the way we talk to students about the dozens of choices they make every day in all areas of our school. Find out how we transformed student behavior making student learning possible using a common language and a common set of expectations. This is a PBIS Tier 1 system that will help you create the best learning environment possible for kids. We'll share our data, our process for creating the TRAIL Guide. This is a great opportunity for leadership teams or grade level teams to begin developing common expectations for students.

Wednesday, August 10

Keynote Address

8:30 9:50 am How to Keep the Joy in Teaching PAC Presenter(s): Kim Bearden Kim Bearden delivers inspiring keynote messages to thousands of educators each

year. As the cofounder, executive director and language arts teacher of the Ron Clark Academy, she is daily active in all aspects of the educational process. With a teaching career spanning almost thirty years, she has been a teacher, instructional lead teacher, curriculum director, school board member, staff development trainer and middle school principal. Her bestselling book, Crash Course: The Life Lessons My Students Taught Me, was released by Simon and Schuster this past July. Bearden has received numerous awards for her creative and dynamic teaching styles. She was chosen from over 70,000 nominations to be honored as the Disney American Teacher Awards Outstanding Middle School Humanities Teacher. The Milken Family Foundation selected her as one of 155 teachers from across the nation to receive the Award for Excellence in Education, and she was the chosen from among 7000 teachers as Teacher of the Year in Cobb County, Georgia. Women Works Media Group named her one of Georgia’s Most Powerful and Influential Women.

New Teacher Required Sessions 10:00 11:30 am Introduction to your K2 Science Curriculum Presenter(s): Tammy Motley This session is for K2 Science teachers that are new to the district. We will explore

your resources and get a glimpse into the units you will be teaching this year.

10:00 11:30 am Introduction to Secondary Science Curriculum Grade 612 101

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Presenter(s): Terry Ward Learn the ins and outs of your NISD curriculum. Organization, expectations and

planning tips to increase your efficiency will be emphasized along with communication options to make your first year with us your best year ever.

1:00 4:00 pm Curriculum Preview and Workshop Model ELA Grades K1 207 Presenter(s): Elementary ELA Curriculum Team This session is for new Kindergarten and first grade teachers to NISD. It will review

the curriculum and workshop model

1:00 4:00 pm Curriculum Preview and Workshop Model ELA Grade 2 107 Presenter(s): Elementary ELA Curriculum Team This session is for new second grade teachers to NISD. It will review the curriculum

and workshop model


Grades 35 108

Presenter(s): Kelly Walton, Laurin Mosty This session is for new 35 ELA teachers only and is required as part of the early

literacy training. Jan Richardson is a leader in the field of guided reading. Her background in Reading Recover is evident in her easy to use lesson plans. This session will provide an in depth look at guided reading strategies and processes as well as suggestions for small group instruction. Aug. 10 14

1:00 4:00 pm Workshop Model for Secondary Science Grades 612 144 Presenter(s): Terry Ward Learn how to use workshop model effectively in the science classroom. How does it


1:00 4:00 pm Workshop Model for Secondary Social Studies Grades 612 207 Presenter(s): Darsi Bickley Learn how to use workshop model effectively in the social studies classroom. How

does it work when on the days you need to get content to the students? What about analysis/writing days? We will explore various options for using solo time and group time with social studies specific content, and how to craft an effective closing.

Choice Sessions 8:30 4:00 pm Co Teaching : Getting Started 147 Presenter(s): Micah Gierkey, Kris Kelly, Cheryl Travis **This session is for selected co teaching teams only*** Participants will learn begin

to work together as a co teaching team, understanding how to plan, teach and monitor progress together. THIS IS AN ALL DAY SESSION

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10:00 11:30 am Chat More Than Ever! 141 Presenter(s): Corliss Monk Discover the value of using the Chat option in Moodle. Use it constantly for peer

feedback and student selfreflection on any assessment to prepare for summative assignments, or performances, either individually or collectively. The students utilize a rubric prior to participating in the Chat. Students view the comments and the possible grade they would receive. Students learn why deducted points were taken. Positive comments are encouraged and viewed. The feedback is designed to allow the student to continue on what they do well, and to correct any deficit issues before the summative assessment. Because of the feedback, teachers can feel confident in their rubric. It can eliminate parents inquiring about subjective grades. Students have proven to be extremely accurate on the grading because they follow the rubric. An added bonus to using the Chat is whenever standard based bulletin boards are due the peer comments are ready to access!

10:00 11:30 am Common Assessments in Elementary Music Presenter(s): Erin Pitts This session will focus on strategies to align elementary music assessments with

curriculum and formative assignments.

10:00 11:30 am Differentiation: Simplified, Realistic, and Effective 118 Presenter(s): Dr. Bertie Kingore This practical session demonstrates a realistic approach to differentiation that

promotes students' achievement with less intensive time and labor for teachers. Educators increase expertise in differentiation strategies as they learn to prioritize a sequence for implementing differentiation. Simpletouse strategies, activities, and materials are modeled that challenge students, increase active participation, document state learning standards, and transfer to multiple content areas.

10:00 11:30 am Effective Goal Setting and Progress Monitoring in Social Studies 143 Presenter(s): Michelle Jennings, Mallory Malone Learn how to help your students set goals and monitor their progress throughout the

year. This session will show you different ways to help students better understand how to take ownership of their learning.

10:00 11:30 am ePals Connect, Communicate, Collaborate 109 Presenter(s): Cathy Whatley Students become excited about learning when they reach beyond the four walls of

the classroom. ePals, the world's largest social network for meaningful, collaborative learning experiences, allows students to exchange ideas and questions in a meaningful way with other learner across the globe. Collaborating with a modern day pen pal generates great excitement about learning, enhancing students’ reading, writing and thinking expertise while building 21st century digital literacy and learning skills. In this workshop you will learn about ePals, discuss project ideas, learn how to set up an account, find a partner class and how to monitor your students. More importantly, you will explore new ways of bringing the world to your students and your students to the world!

10:00 11:30 am Fine Arts Assessment/Gradebook

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Presenter(s): Kaitlyn Carty We will explore the gradebook/district gradebook requirements and look into

assessments for the fine arts classroom.

10:00 11:30 am Guided Reading Boot Camp 108 Presenter(s): Amanda Rogers Learn how to set up organized groups and plan for guided reading using the

differentiated Jan Richardson lesson plan templates. We will cover the following discussion topics: How to conduct guided reading groups within the workshop model Successful methods of documentation Suggestions for goal setting and feedback Running records Ways to keep everything organized! Come for a refresher on targeted small group instruction for reading!

10:00 11:30 am HMH Personal Math Trainer 137 Presenter(s): Melanye Griffin Algebra 1 and Algebra 2 teachers will dive deeper into using the HMH Personal Math

Trainer as a classroom resource. You must attend the Wednesday 10:00 session and the Wednesday 2:30 session to receive credit.

10:00 11:30 am Do you know Lynda? 208 Presenter(s): Patti Hayes Lynda.com is an excellent tool for your classroom and outside. Want to learn how to

be better at Microsoft Outlook? Want to learn how to use this free software to build learning playlist for just about anything?

10:00 11:30 am I Mustache If You Are a Perfectionist 117 Presenter(s): Kristy Schluter, Liz Smith, Stacey Polk, & Joanna Espinoza Gifted learners often struggle with the idea of perfection. Sometimes the struggle

comes from outside sources, but it also comes from within. This session will look at why perfection is such a struggle for gifted learners and some strategies we can equip them with.

10:00 11:30 am Inclusion Strategies 145 Presenter(s): Micah Gierkey, Amanda Keen, Kourtney Frohlich Participants will be given strategies to use in the inclusion classroom as well as roles

and responsibilities of general education and special education.

10:00 11:30 am Integration is the Key Grade 35 144 Presenter(s): Sandy Bishoff If you are one of the many teachers who feel that teaching Social Studies requires

more time than you have, this session is for you. Let's discover some ways to integrate the wealth of Social Studies resources into your daily ELA block. You might be surprised at how powerful and motivating these resources can be for you and your students!

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10:00 11:30 am Judge, Jury and Extra Journaling 135 Presenter(s): Jordan Tate, Mona Woolley Empowering students through Journaling! They have complete ownership of their

journal. It's their happy place, their domain, their style, their self guide, their record of things past learned, hopes of future scaffolding, and most importantly, understated fun.

110 10:00 11:30 am K1 Tips and Tricks to Literacy Stations 110 Presenter(s): Briana Pollock, Catherine Baker This session will help provide materials and ideas for successful literacy stations in

K1 classrooms. We will go over materials, district documents, schedules, ideas/games, and implementing of the stations.

10:00 11:30 am Kindergarten Curriculum Preview 107 Presenter(s): Elementary ELA Leadership Team Kindergarten is getting a new reading curriculum for the 20162017 school year. This

session will preview the materials and curriculum.

10:00 11:30 am Make Learning Fun...Get Kids Out of Their Seats! 111 Presenter(s): Kenni Dwyer, Tracie Gomez Participate in interactive strategies that will help engage students while reinforcing

content and skills. Learn how to take an ordinary lesson and make it extraordinary. This will be a funfilled session so be ready to move!

10:00 11:30 am Making Guided Reading Work in Upper Grades 35 112 Presenter(s): Jessica McDonald, Emily Rivera, Ashley Marshall Discuss the philosophy behind guided reading in upper grades, sharing

organizational tools to create a schedule that works for departmentalized classrooms, and ways to progress monitor student growth.

10:00 11:30 am Making the Most of Problem Solving Block K2 103 Presenter(s): Heather Downing, Brittani Lara What does a rich problem solving task look like? How do you ensure students have

the opportunity to share strategies and explain their thinking? How do you assist students in monitoring and reflecting on the problem solving process? Come see just how much you matter in the process and what you can do to help students recognize and articulate mathematical concepts.

10:00 11:30 am Making the Most of Problem Solving Block 35 102 Presenter(s): Kim Spring, Ashley Mooneyham What does a rich problem solving task look like? How do you ensure students have

the opportunity to share strategies and explain their thinking? How do you assist students in monitoring and reflecting on the problem solving process? Come see just how much you matter in the process and what you can do to help students recognize and articulate mathematical concepts.

10:00 11:30 am Moodle for New Teachers 104 Presenter(s): Brittany Horn

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Today's students have the expectation of accessing learning resources 24 hours a day. The Learning Management System (Moodle) allows the teacher to reach students in and out of the classroom by organizing class resources, creating interactive activities, and providing a platform for communication and productivity. As a new teacher, this session will help equip you to facilitate your online course. We will work together to build your blended learning environment in a way that is as rigorous, organized, and active as your physical environment.

10:00 11:30 am Moodle: Back to School 105 Presenter(s): Kelli Sanders Educators with an existing Moodle course will receive support in updating their

course for the new school year. This session will cover basic topics such as: resetting a course, setting up groups, assigning enrollment keys, etc. Utilizing the district’s Moodle template allows courses to be consistent for students and parents as they navigate through them during the school year. Learn how to update hyperlinks and contact information, create customized icons that will meet course needs, and walk away with ready to use Moodle course.

10:00 4:00 pm Pottery concepts and ideas for the elementary and secondary art teacher Art Room

Presenter(s): Jill Davis Jill Davis from Texas Pottery will present techniques and strategies for guiding

students through the sculpture creating process. Participants will build clay sculptures utilizing sculpture tools and a variety of glazes. This is an all day class.

10:00 11:30 am The Juggling Act: Differentiation in the Mainstream Classroom 149 Presenter(s): Katie Walker ELL, GT, 504, Special Ed., RTI oh my! This session is for K12 instructors who are

looking for ways to manage the diverse learning needs in the mainstream classroom. Educators will leave this session with ideas and strategies for managing the task of supporting all learners in the classroom.

10:00 11:30 am Tiered Instruction & Preassessment 106 Presenter(s): Erika Oster, Cindy Ford Classrooms are filled with students at all levels of readiness and interest. Tiering

instruction gives all students the opportunity to work through the curriculum that aligns with their needs. This session will provide teachers with a variety of strategies for preassessing, as well as tiering instruction for all students.

10:00 4:00 pm SpringBoard Geometry and PreCalculus 133 Presenter(s): Melanye Griffin Geometry and PreCalculus teachers will dive deeper into using SpringBoard as a

classroom resource as well as the newest digital features available to students. This session runs from 10:00 through the end of the day. Lunch will be from 11:301:00.

1:00 2:30 pm Do your Students have PMS? They Should! 143 Presenter(s): Callie Wilburn, Katy Barrey If your students suffer from fatigue/lack of energy, anxiety, trouble concentrating, and

decreased alertness and you are tired of the hearing the following questions:

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What are we doing today? Do I have to know this? Is this going to be on the test? What do I need to study? Then PMS is the solution! Yes, you read that right! Cure their symptoms by GIVING your students PMS (Progress Monitoring Sheets)! This session will teach you how to develop and use Student Progress Monitoring Sheets (SPMS) to answer each of the questions above. SPMS allow students to become more responsible for their own learning and helps teachers formatively assess and guide instruction.

1:00 2:30 pm For ADMINISTRATORS: Creating a Climate and Culture for Success PAC Presenter(s): Kim Bearden Kim will motivate, inspire, and remind school leaders of the powerful impact that they

can have, despite the pressures and challenges of their profession. An emphasis will be placed on ways to support staff and teachers while ensuring that they are creating classrooms that promote student engagement, increase academic rigor, and develop meaningful relationships. Kim will also share the importance of building relationships among staff, families, and students that will motivate, engage, empower, and create success for all. Participants will learn proven tools and techniques for creating a school climate that will create the optimal learning environment.

1:00 2:30 pm High Leverage Targeted Reading Strategies that Work 114 Presenter(s): Brittnie Bragg Participants in this session will learn and experience a variety of strategies that help

raise the levels of reading comprehension among students. Strategies include Close Reading, academic vocabulary, unpacking questions, generating questions, student discourse, and goalsetting.

1:00 2:30 pm Inclusion Strategies 145 Presenter(s): Micah Gierkey, Amanda Keen, Kourtney Frohlich Participants will be given strategies to use in the inclusion classroom as well as roles

and responsibilities of general education and special education.

1:00 2:30 pm I Mustache If You Are a Perfectionist 117 Presenter(s): Kristy Schluter, Liz Smith, Stacey Polk, & Joanna Espinoza Gifted learners often struggle with the idea of perfection. Sometimes the struggle

comes from outside sources, but it also comes from within. This session will look at why perfection is such a struggle for gifted learners and some strategies we can equip them with.

1:00 2:30 pm Innovative Journaling in Social Studies 141 Presenter(s): Darsi Bickley, Lauren Smith This session will take teachers through innovative and effective ways to use journals

in the Social Studies Classroom

1:00 2:30 pm Learning to use Adobe 104 Presenter(s): Tom Dent Want to get better at using Adobe? This session will focus on helping you utilize the

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adobe tools such as forms and documents. Have a better understanding of the tools necessary to be efficient with your documents.

1:00 2:30 pm Prepare Students for Algebra EOC Success with Free Online Graphing

Calculators 137

Presenter(s): Melanye Griffin, Dan Myer Bring a laptop and watch how free graphing calculators can help your students think

through even the toughest EOC Algebra questions. We'll also use the free Desmos activity builder to turn onedimensional EOC questions into multidimensional classroom activities.

1:00 2:30 pm What Secondary Educators Need to Know About the New Student Device...

the Chromebook 210

Presenter(s): Melissa Griffith, Sarah Thomasson Learn the basics of Chromebooks to become familiar with the new device that NISD

middle school and high school students will be issued in Fall 2016. Topics will include an overview of the Chromebased operating system, basic Chromebook tasks and keyboard shortcuts, as well as how to access Google Drive, Microsoft Office applications, Moodle, and school email. Educators will leave this session with a general understanding of how students will use Chromebooks, both in their classroom and at home. This session is designed for middle school and high school educators. Participants do not need any Chromebook experience, and Chromebooks will be available during the session for participants to gain handson practice.

1:00 4:00 pm A Review of NISD Elementary Music Curriculum Presenter(s): Tiffany Howe This session will focus on NISD elementary music curriculum, classroom

management, and program alignment. New and returning music teachers are encouraged to participate in this session.

1:00 4:00 pm Achieving the Standards in the Choral Classroom Presenter(s): John Sikon This session will focus on successfully implementing and monitoring the choral

TEKS. Assignment/Assessment alignment will be a focus. The standards will be presented through sightsinging and performance. Additional topics will include supporting strategies, such as digital resources, textbooks,

1:00 4:00 pm Audio for the Music Classroom Presenter(s): Kevin Lacefield This session will focus on audio and music technology in the music classroom.

Topics will include: basics of audio design, portable sound system setup, wireless mic setup, avoiding audio feedback, and bluetooth. Participants will leave with strategies to use audio technology as a tool to improve teaching.

1:00 4:00 pm Differentiating with Rigor & Engagement: Practical Applications 118 Presenter(s): Dr. Bertie Kingore Current research transforms education's focus from merely mastering content toward

a major concern for rigor, relevance, depth, clarity, and understanding how instruction influences continuous learning and future lives. With humor and

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fastpaced ideas, investigate joyful, challenging strategies promoting a rigorous learning environment for all students while stimulating opportunities for the autonomy, cognitive skills, and complexity advanced students require in highlevel learning cultures. Explore the five instructional priorities that foster rigor and engagement for all students while integrating standards with intellectual integrity. Participate in refreshing ways to engage highability students so they are motivated to exert the effort required to reach higher achievements. Exit with timesaving techniques and relevant applications characterized by lowpreparation and highimpact so students' minds flourish without overwhelming teachers.

1:00 4:00 pm Go The Distance: How EPortfolios can be used in the Arts Presenter(s): Nick Kougias During your time in this course you will have the opportunity to build onto or create

your EPortfolio. The best thing about being a part of this presentation is the discussions we will have on how this tool can be utilized in the fine arts classroom and what it can look like for the fine arts student. Ways Students Can Use Google Sites Here are some ideas on how students can use Google Sites : 1.) They can use it to create digital portfolios to feature their work and achievements 2.) Create and manage todo lists for their assignments and classroom activities 3.) Collaborate on group projects 4.) They can use it to present their findings on a particular research subject. They can include docs they have created, videos, links and many more. 5.) Students can use it to contribute in knowledge building inside the classroom and to help with course materials

1:00 4:00 pm Guided Writing in the Guided Reading Group K3 113 Presenter(s): Kelly Wilson, Leah Knickerbocker Guided Writing is a crucial component of guided reading. This session will cover


1:00 4:00 pm How to create a song bank notebook for music concepts

Presenter(s): Tiffany Howe This session is for new and returning teachers. It will cover strategies and resources

for building a functioning songbook for the elementary music classroom. Each participant will leave with a basic songbook that is ready to use.

1:00 4:00 pm Igniting the Passion for Reading 35 112 Presenter(s): Heather Martin, Holly Lorton Research has shown that engagement in reading has a positive impact on success

in literacy. This session will share strategies for engaging your students in reading.

1:00 4:00 pm Igniting the Passion for Writing 35 106 Presenter(s): Sheri Dattola Getting students excited about writing can be challenging. This session will provide

strategies for engaging your students in writing

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1:00 4:00 pm Phonics Instruction in the Workshop Model K2 111 Presenter(s): Mickey Chidester, Laine Gage This session will focus on learning about phonics, how it fits into the instructional

day, and the resources used to teach it.

1:00 4:00 pm Strategies to Support ELLs in the Mathematical Classroom Lecture Hall Presenter(s): Craig Wilmore, Origo Participants in this session will develop a "strategic toolkit" which offers ways to

enhance and improve instruction for English language learners in the mathematics classroom. Pedagogical frameworks discussed in the session will include ORIGO's Teaching Model and Language Stages.

1:00 4:00 pm Word Work in Guided Reading K3 109 Presenter(s): Rebecca Maddox This session will focus on integrating word work into guided reading group.

Strategies and resources will be shared.

1:00 4:00 pm Workshop Model for New Secondary ELA Teachers 115 Presenter(s): Brittnie Bragg Secondary ELA Teachers New to the District will learn and experience the different

components of the Workshop Model through the ELA lens and participate in various simulated activities.

1:00 4:00 pm Workshop Model for Secondary Social Studies 139 Presenter(s): Darsi Bickley Learn how to use workshop model effectively in the social studies classroom. How

does it work when on the days you need to get content to the students? What about analysis/writing days? We will explore various options for using solo time and group time with social studies specific content, and how to craft an effective closing.

2:30 4:00 pm Anxiety & Gifted Kids 117 Presenter(s): Audra Rowell Gifted learners often feel things more deeply & intensely, which often results in

increased anxiety. In this session, participants will look at the biology behind anxiety and walk away with some ideas for helping students work through some of those triggers.

2:30 4:00 pm Get Data Wise! Presenter(s): Melissa DeSimone 135 Data, data everywhere! Based on the book and Harvard based program, this

workshop will give an introduction on: 1. Ways of organizing all that data 2. Cultivating the ACE habits of mind to improve the effectiveness of PLCs and campus leadership 3. Help foster a supportive culture of inquiry 4. Outline of upcoming protocols to engage faculty in the collaborative use of data 5. Outline the 5 key elements of observing practice and guiding teacher reflection 6. A preview of how to develop your campus teams to analyze and display data

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This workshop is the first step in a four week book study.

2:30 4:00 pm Getting Comfortable with Experiential Learning K2 114 Presenter(s): Amy Hollenshead Learn how you can use basic experiential learning (learn by doing) techniques in


2:30 4:00 pm HMH Personal Math Trainer Part 2 137 Presenter(s): Melanye Griffin Algebra 1 and Algebra 2 teachers will dive deeper into using the HMH Personal Math

Trainer as a classroom resource. You must attend the Wednesday 10:00 session and the Wednesday 2:30 session to receive credit.

2:30 4:00 pm How to Have a Creative Classroom and Still Have High Standards PAC Presenter(s): Kim Bearden Teachers often feel compelled to sacrifice creativity in order to have high rigorous

standards.. Learn ways to instill a love for learning in your students while still teaching the necessary skills. In this session, Kim will share classroom techniques and lesson ideas that will engage all students while promoting creativity and innovation. Learn ways to teach concepts through songs, kinesthetic games, and unique teaching strategies that will motivate even the most restless of learners. Kim will show participants how the required curriculum can be taught in a way that reinforces academic rigor while making learning an adventure


organization, time saving methods for giving feedback, and multiple options to provide critical writing opportunities.

2:30 4:00 pm Teaching Beginner ELL Students 104 Presenter(s): Maria Scott This presentation will explore ways to best support Beginner ELLs in Content Area

Classrooms. This interactive workshop will provide K12 teachers with strategies for supporting newcomer ELLs in the classroom.

2:30 4:00 pm Using Historical DocumentsBeyond the DBQ Binder 141 Presenter(s): Darsi Bickley In this session you will explore different way to use the DBQ binders and learn about

a variety of places to find other primary and secondary resources and how to make them user friendly for students.

2:30 4:00 pm Using Preassessments to Compact Curriculum 116 Presenter(s): Carolyn Forbes, Joanna Espinoza Students learn at different rates and in different ways. Using a preassessment

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2:30 4:00 pm Using School Messenger to Update Your Teacher Web Page 208 Presenter(s): Melissa Shawn, Emily Conklin Learn how to make edits to your new teacher web pages.

Thursday, August 11

New Teacher Required Sessions 8:30 11:30 am New GATES Teacher Training 115 Presenter(s): Kelly Barrett Teachers new to GATES will receive an overview of the year in the GATES

classroom. GATES teachers starting their 2nd year are also invited to attend.

8:30 11:30 am Guided Reading and Word Work in Guided Reading K2 New Teacher 144 Presenter(s): ELA Leadership Team This session is for new teachers only and is required as part of the early literacy

training. Jan Richardson is a leader in the field of guided reading. Her background in Reading Recover is evident in her easy to use lesson plans. This session will provide an in depth look at guided reading strategies and processes as well as suggestions for small group instruction.

8:30 11:30 am Special Education Procedures 149 Presenter(s): Micah Gierkey, Stacey Parker, Tracy Cartas New Special Education Teachers will be trained to use the district IEP program and

Review 360 data collection.

8:30 4:00 pm Workshop Model for New Math Teachers Grades 612 143 Presenter(s): Misty Taylor, Rich Kleckner, Skip Carter Secondary math teachers will receive training to implement workshop model in

secondary math classrooms. Training will focus on developing an understanding of the components of workshop model, the first 30 days, journals, and discussion strategies. All day training, required for all new teachers.

10:00 11:30 am Introduction to your 35 Science Curriculum 101 Presenter(s): Tammy Motley This session is for 35 Science teachers that are new to the district. We will explore

your resources and get a glimpse into the units you will be teaching this year.

1:00 2:30 pm Vernier for Chromebooks Science Grade 612 206

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Presenter(s): Terry Ward Join us to learn how to use Vernier sensors and software with Chromebooks.

Multiple sensors will be used to illustrate various options. Handson experience and practice will be offered.

1:00 4:00 pm Writing Workshop and Phonics Instruction K2 New Teacher 144 Presenter(s): Mary Van Etten, Patrice Brake This session will introduce writing workshop as well as introduce phonics instruction.

It is for K2 new teachers.

1:00 4:00 pm Workshop Model for Secondary Science 207 Presenter(s): Terry Ward Learn how to use workshop model effectively in the science classroom. How does it


1:00 4:00 pm Tackling the DBQ Social Studies Grades 612 139 Presenter(s): Darsi Bickley Teachers will go through The DBQ Project training as well as learn about the district

expectations for document based questions.

Choice Sessions 8:30 10:00 am Do you know Lynda? 208 Presenter(s): Patti Hays K12 Solution available for students and staff that will bring a whole new level of

learning to the classroom. Explore this new program that is free to everyone in the district and learn how to utilize it for not only classroom instruction, but personalized professional development.

8:30 10:00 am Emoting 101: Emotional Intelligence and the Gifted Learner 116 Presenter(s): Lisa Van Gemert Embracing the idea that gifted children need to be seen as whole people, not merely

a highability brain, this workshop leads teachers through the fundamentals of what research tells us about the importance of emotional intelligence and how we can build it. Using contemporary studies and pertinent anecdotes, this workshop will have teachers learning more about themselves and their students.

8:30 10:00 am Google Drive Your Classroom 103 Presenter(s): Jason Sanders Let Google Drive your classroom instead of letting it Google Drive you crazy!

Designed for beginner level Google Apps users, this presentation will help teachers become more comfortable using Google Drive and Google Apps for Education. We will explore common uses and functionality of standard Google Apps like Docs, Sheets, and Forms. We will also examine some extended examples, such as using Google Addons like Flubaroo to create, grade, and give feedback for online quizzes. Through purposeful planning with the use of these tools you can give immediate

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feedback, allow students to selfassess their learning, encourage collaboration, provide studentdriven choice, and differentiate your methods to meet needs of all students.

8:30 10:00 am Learning to use Adobe 104 Presenter(s): Tom Dent Want to get better at using Adobe? This session will focus on helping you utilize the

adobe tools such as forms and documents. Have a better understanding of the tools necessary to be efficient with your documents.

8:30 10:00 am Legal Update 145 Presenter(s): Cynthia Beuchler Latest updates regarding special education, 504 and many other hot topics in

education.

8:30 10:00 am OLC 2.0 114 Presenter(s): Amy Hollenshead The OLC is opening this Fall with new facilities, curriculum and engagement

opportunities. Come find out about the changes, how your OLC day will look when your campus visits and getting comfortable outdoors.

8:30 10:00 am Playwriting activities to inspire the writer in all of us Presenter(s): Jenna Hill Ways to use playwriting in the classroom from stand alone pieces to full units. The

writing can be applied to different topics. How I use the tech component to help all my learners collaborate.

8:30 10:00 am Standards Based Engaging Activities 109 Presenter(s): Jessica Waldrop, Corinne Hawbaker We will analyze the Reading TEKS and discover which skills are most emphasized

for students. Ideas will be discussed that will allow teachers to walk away with engaging activities aligned to these standards most commonly addressed.

8:30 10:00 am Tiered Instruction & Preassessment 106 Presenter(s): Stacy Pickett, Marcie Conrad Classrooms are filled with students at all levels of readiness and interest. Tiering

instruction gives all students the opportunity to work through the curriculum that aligns with their needs. This session will provide teachers with a variety of strategies for preassessing, as well as tiering instruction for all students.

8:30 10:00 am Unpacking TEKS Math 35 102 Presenter(s): Monica Maynor, Shayla Johnston When you look at the lessons from a TEKS perspective, it may change how you

interpret it. Whereas, if the focus isn’t on the TEKS even as you read each lesson, the wrong things might be getting emphasized. Come get unpacked!

8:30 10:00 am Unpacking TEKS Math K2 105

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Presenter(s): Laura Martinez When you look at the lessons from a TEKS perspective, it may change how you


8:30 10:00 am Using Historical DocumentsBeyond the DBQ Binder 141 Presenter(s): Darsi Bickley In this session you will explore different way to use the DBQ binders and learn about

a variety of places to find other primary and secondary resources and how to make them user friendly for students.

8:30 10:00 am Vernier for Chromebooks 206 Presenter(s): Terry Ward Join us to learn how to use Vernier sensors and software with Chromebooks.


8:30 10:00 am What's At Your Fingertips? Resources Available To You and Your Students

in NISD K5 107

Presenter(s): Kelley Valdez, Gailanne Smith Are you looking for resources to ramp up your instruction? Then this session is for

you. Come learn about the variety of lesson and research resources provided to you in Northwest ISD.

8:30 10:00 am What's At Your Fingertips? Resources Available To You and Your Students

in NISD 612 108

Presenter(s): Sarah Thomasson, Naomi Bates Are you looking for resources to ramp up your instruction? Then this session is for

you. Come learn about the variety of lesson and research resources provided to you in Northwest ISD.

8:30 10:00 am Writing Scientific Conclusions using CERs 101 Presenter(s): Elizabeth McBroom, Vanessa Morrison, Melissa Roberts In this session, you will participate in handson investigations using the scientific

method and report your findings using the critical writing process of ClaimEvidenceResults (CER). You will find that students as young as five can analyze the results of an investigation using this method!

8:30 11:30 am Art: A Review of NISD curriculum and standards Presenter(s): Debbie Caillet This session is designed for art teachers in NISD. Topics covered will include:

curriculum, k12 alignment, resources, and assessment.

8:30 11:30 am AVID in CTE 139 Presenter(s): CyLynn Braswell Reading and understanding technical terminology, including manuals

Writing required communications that are easily understood by the intended audience

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Listening carefully and speaking clearly, using language appropriate for the audience

Efficiently organizing time, tasks, and information Solving complex problems by organizing information, questioning, seeking

creative answers, and suggesting solutions Working effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and subordinates Collaborating on projects and participating in work teams

8:30 11:30 am Backward Design Planning Tasks at the Level of Assessment 207 Presenter(s): Terry Ward, Miranda Bauer Want to save time in class? Develop a consistent plan for intervention that isn't a

mad rush after the lesson? Want to have a differentiation plan that works no matter what the concept? Come learn with us! We will use teamwork and google docs to work smarter, not harder.

8:30 11:30 am Choir SightReading: Scaffolding, Assessments, & Feedback Presenter(s): Kaitlyn Carty We will look at scaffolding for Choir UIL sightreading as well as sightreading

assessments and feedback.

8:30 11:30 am Close Reading Strategies 35 110 Presenter(s): Angela Cox, Che Williams Close Reading is a way for readers practice and see teachers model comprehension

strategies of good readers. This session will provided strategies and processes for close reading.

8:30 11:30 am Guided Writing in the Guided Reading Group K3 113 Presenter(s): Patrice Brake Guided Writing is a crucial component of guided reading. This session will cover


8:30 11:30 am Ignite the Passion for Reading 112 Presenter(s): Ignite the Passion for Reading Research has shown that engagement in reading has a positive impact on success

in literacy. This session will share strategies for engaging your students in reading.

8:30 11:30 am Leading the Way Through Highly Effective PLCs 118 Presenter(s): Michael Griffin Leading a highly effective PLC is critical to student and teacher success...and can be

a daunting task for teacher leaders. This session will explore a framework for measuring the effectiveness of your PLC, as well as protocols to help your PLC move towards deeper discussions about teaching and learning across your team. Participants will walk away with tools they can use from the first day their PLC meets and throughout the school year as team members work collectively to function as a highly effective PLC resulting in high teacher efficacy and increased student achievement.

8:30 11:30 am Mathia X Carnegie Learning 133

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Presenter(s): Melanye Griffin This session will train teachers to use the new version of Mathia......... Mathia X. This

version of Mathia has a new look, new reports, and best of all.....it doesn't depend on Java to run. Mathia X is built for Chromebooks, iPads, Tablets, Macs, and PCs. Features of Mathia X include: Personalized experience for students Interactive widgets and exploratory tools to drive deep understanding of math concepts and skills Embedded assessment tools Progress monitoring tools for students and teachers

8:30 11:30 am Performance Standards and TEA/UIL Side by Side for the Music Classroom Presenter(s): Gary Keller Mr. Keller will take you on a journey to the different sites when trying to locate

performance standards for instrumental programs. He will also go through the TEA/UIL side by side covering the ins and outs of UIL eligibility. Finally, we will discuss the UIL performance rubrics for both Concert and SightReading portions of the contest, and how to use this as a tool in the classroom to guide student learning.

8:30 11:30 am Putting It All Together: Rigor, Close Reading, Dialogic Talk and

TextDependent Questions. 137

Presenter(s): Joanna Kysar, Jennifer Allen In this session, teachers will take a closer look at rigor, intellectual communities, the

role of talk that leads to discovering relevance, close reading, and how to create textdependent questions that foster student engagement.

8:30 11:30 am Quaver Music Curriculum Session 1 Presenter(s): Marie Nassiff Participants will be trained on the new elementary music TEKS through the District's

online curriculum, Quaver Music.

8:30 4:00 pm Teacher Talk PPCD/PreK 210 Presenter(s): Micah Gierkey Learn about how the physical and social environments encourage peer interaction

and create many opportunities for successful interactions with other children in your classroom. ** THIS IS AN ALL DAY SESSION***

10:00 11:30 am Creating a culture of reciprocal accountability 111 Presenter(s): Jofee' Tremain How to create a culture of accountability, ownership and engagement within the

classroom through the use of journals, goal setting, PBS, PLCs and interactive word walls.

10:00 11:30 am Understanding Executive Functioning Processes and Instructional

Strategies to Improve Student Performance 147

Presenter(s): Micah Gierkey, Kris Kelly, Cheryl Travis

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Participants will be provided with a brief overview of the Executive Processes (working memory, planning, organization, prioritizing and attention) and how deficits in these processes may impact learning. These executive skills are the cognitive skills that allow for selfregulation and selfdirection of our daytoday and long term functioning for academic learning and also social/behavioral abilities. Students need support in developing Executive Function skills through reinforced modeling and practice in real world situations and environments.

10:00 11:30 am Fixer Upper: Classroom Addition 108 Presenter(s): Kim Barker If you like the designs of Chip and Joanna, you’ll love these simple steps to

redesigning your classroom space. Just a few quick tweaks and your classroom will be equipped with workspace choice, flexible seating and collaborative work zones. No shiplap needed!

10:00 11:30 am Give ‘Em Five A Roadmap to Promoting Responsibility 104 Presenter(s): Jordan "Brooke" Ohlen, Tammy Gilbreath, Emily Krzyzek ,Robert

Serwetz

This course will give you a framework for supporting reluctant and defiant students. This theory allows students to be responsible for their actions while being productive and coming up with solutions on their own. Give ‘Em five is a five step approach to handle challenging moments with students, based off Roadmap to Responsibility by Larry Thompson.

10:00 11:30 am Historical Thinking Skills Refresher 141 Presenter(s): Darsi Bickley, Elizabeth Irish Need a review of the Historical Thinking Skills introduced last year? This session will

go back over Historical Thinking Skills from last year and talk about effective ways to implement them into your classroom.

10:00 11:30 am Have you met Lynda? 208 Presenter(s): Patti Hayes Lynda.com is an excellent tool for your classroom and outside. Want to learn how to

be better at Microsoft Outlook? Want to learn how to use this free software to build learning playlist for just about anything?

10:00 11:30 am Legal Update Presenter(s): Cynthia Beuchler 145 Latest updates regarding special education, 504 and many other hot topics in

education.

10:00 11:30 am Lit from Within: The Secrets of Internal Motivation 116 Presenter(s): Lisa Van Gemert Ever wonder what to do with a gifted child not living up to his or her potential? Learn

the secrets behind enhancing achievement drive in gifted students. What does the research say? Find out the pitfalls of rewards, and take away seven strategies you can use right now to light the fire within any child.

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10:00 11:30 am Managing your CTSO 135 Presenter(s): CyLynn Braswell Career and Technical Education teachers who supervise CTSO's of any type are

encouraged to attend this session. Learn about travel requirements, budget procedures, federal compliance and overall expectations.

10:00 11:30 am Remembering GT Students in the Secondary PreAP & AP Social Studies and

Language Arts Classroom with a Writing Focus 109

Presenter(s): Rae Jean Johnson Our PreAP & AP classrooms have a wide range of students sitting in them. Some of

these students are identified as gifted learners which means they often process information in different ways. This session will focus on meeting the academic needs of gifted learners in PreAP & AP classes.

10:00 11:30 am Supporting the CORE through vertical and horizontal alignment Presenter(s): Nick Kougias Supporting the core through the Arts is designed for Fine Arts educators to

collaborate on ways that they can better support the core subject levels throughout the year.Arts integration seems to be the best form of differentiation out there because it taps into so many different interests and abilities and forms of learning.

10:00 11:30 am Unpacking Your AWARE Possibilities 114 Presenter(s): Jodi Pafford Are you new to Eduphoria AWARE? Are you a seasoned teacher but feel like you

could learn more about Eduphoria AWARE? If so, this session can help! Come find out different ways you can look at student data in Eduphoria AWARE. Bring your laptop to have the best handson experience.

10:00 11:30 am Using Preassessments to Compact Curriculum 106 Presenter(s): Marissa Blattner, Rebecca Davis, Students learn at different rates and in different ways. Using a preassessment


10:00 11:30 am Vernier for Chromebooks 206 Presenter(s): Terry Ward Join us to learn how to use Vernier sensors and software with Chromebooks.


1:00 2:30 pm Effective Practices for Math Journaling K2 106 Presenter(s): Donna Thompson Math journals are a great way to reinforce and review math concepts while serving

as an invaluable assessment resource. Explore ways to create math journals as a learning tool and resource to help students.

1:00 2:30 pm Emoting 101: Emotional Intelligence and the Gifted Learner 116

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Presenter(s): Lisa Van Gemert Embracing the idea that gifted children need to be seen as whole people, not merely

a highability brain, this workshop leads teachers through the fundamentals of what research tells us about the importance of emotional intelligence and how we can build it. Using contemporary studies and pertinent anecdotes, this workshop will have teachers learning more about themselves and their students.

1:00 2:30 pm Getting Comfortable with Experiential Learning 35 114 Presenter(s): Amy Hollenshead Learn how you can use basic experiential learning (learn by doing) techniques in


1:00 2:30 pm Legal Update 145 Presenter(s): Cynthia Beuchler Latest updates regarding special education, 504 and many other hot topics in

education.

1:00 2:30 pm Literature Circles for Diverse Classrooms 149 Presenter(s): Katie Walker This session will explore ways to engage learners from diverse backgrounds in

literature circles. We will discuss how to select appropriate texts, make the language accessible, scaffold for success, and engage learners within a diverse classroom. Teachers will leave this session with resources for tasks and texts to support the planning of literature circles that will engage diverse learners. This session is appropriate for English Language Arts and ESL Instructors in the K12 classroom.

1:00 2:30 pm LRE Strategies 141 Presenter(s): Darsi Bickley Law Related Education has a wide variety of resources that are intended to help

create engaging learning experiences for students. Learn what the resources are and how to used them with students.

1:00 2:30 pm RBIS with a Google Twist 111 Presenter(s): Ron Gatlin, Steve Parkman, Michelle Pawski The goal of this session is to provide an automated campus level communication tool

to support stakeholders, monitor behavior, and build positive incentives. Using Google forms and Google sheets with Addons users are able to send immediate fact based emails to notify parents of a concern. This information is automatically collected. Administrators can sort and identify areas of need to enlist students for RTI, as well as give incentives for continued positive behavior. Presenters will engage the participants with a year's worth of data as well as pitfalls and areas for change.

1:00 2:30 pm Secondary Science Inquiry without losing your mind 212 Presenter(s): Helen Wright Join us to learn how to implement inquiry in your classroom effectively with minimal

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muss and fuss. This session will provide you with new tools to shift existing lab experiences to an inquiry approach.

1:00 2:30 pm The Junior Notebook Faires K2 109 Presenter(s): Valerie Greenwood, Carrie Peck, Rhonda McElhaney Join the Junior Notebook Fairies as we explore ways to make note booking

engaging, fun, and relevant in the classroom. We will be looking at a variety of ways to organize notebooks, respond to reading, set goals, give purposeful feedback, and easy ways to capture these responses in a digital portfolio.

1:00 2:30 pm Using School Messenger to Update Your Teacher Web Page 208 Presenter(s): Melissa Shawn, Emily Conklin Learn how to make edits to your new teacher web pages. 1:00 2:30 pm Vernier for Chromebooks 206 Presenter(s): Terry Ward Join us to learn how to use Vernier sensors and software with Chromebooks.

Multiple sensors will be used to illustrate various options. Handson experience and practice will be offered. New Teacher

1:00 4:00 pm Book Clubs 35 110 Presenter(s): Jennifer Tepper, Amy Swearingen Book clubs can engage your reader by presenting them with choice and

opportunities for discussion. This session will present ideas for starting, organizing, and how facilitate discussions.

1:00 4:00 pm D.I.E Describe, Interpret, and Evaluate 118 Presenter(s): Stephanie Espinosa This session will introduce you to protocols you can use in your PLCs to Describe,

Interpret and Evaluate student work, assessments, and data. Once you D.I.E. it is easier to determine next steps to address the needs of your students.

1:00 4:00 pm Identification & Assessment 115 Presenter(s): Marissa Blattner This session will meet 3 of the 6 hours required for the Identification & Assessment

strand of the 30 GT Hours. The remaining 3 hours will will be completed online.

1:00 4:00 pm Igniting the Passion for Writing 35 108 Presenter(s): Lisa Degnan Getting students excited about writing can be challenging. This session will provide

strategies for engaging your students in writing.

1:00 4:00 pm Improvisation for any Classroom 107 Presenter(s): Jenna Hill How to use improvisation exercises for introduction to topics, exploration, and review

in any content area. The use of student interaction and collaboration can strengthen the knowledge of a subject and create a climate of trust.

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Simple rules,simple games, huge results. , 1:00 4:00 pm Instructional Strategies for the Choral Classroom Presenter(s): John Sikon This presentation is geared toward instructional strategies and management of the

choral classroom. Topics covered will include curriculum, lesson design, and progress monitoring.

1:00 4:00 pm Mathia X Carnegie Learning 133 Presenter(s): Melanye Griffin This session will train teachers to use the new version of Mathia......... Mathia X. This

version of Mathia has a new look, new reports, and best of all.....it doesn't depend on Java to run. Mathia X is built for Chromebooks, iPads, Tablets, Macs, and PCs. Features of Mathia X include: Personalized experience for students Interactive widgets and exploratory tools to drive deep understanding of math concepts and skills Embedded assessment tools Progress monitoring tools for students and teachers

1:00 4:00 pm Middle School SSI 137 Presenter(s): Joanna Kysar, Jennifer Allen In this session, teachers will take a closer look at the Middle School SSI Curriculum,

data monitoring, DRA2 assessing, Guided Reading, and Small Group Instruction.

1:00 4:00 pm NISD Art: A Practical Approach Presenter(s): Debbie Caillet This session will cover important information needed for NISD art teachers,

including: Budgeting, curriculum, responsibilities, and "tricks of the trade."

1:00 4:00 pm Performance Standards and TEA/UIL Side by Side for the Music Classroom

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Presenter(s): Gary Keller This session will serve as a continuation to part 1 of locating performance standards

for instrumental programs, ins and outs of TEA/UIL side by side, UIL eligibility rules, and the UIL performance rubrics for both Concert and SightReading portions of the contest. Group participation/discussion is encouraged in this part 2.

1:00 4:00 pm Quaver Music Curriculum Session 2 Presenter(s): Marie Nassiff Participants will be trained on the new elementary music TEKS through the District's

online curriculum, Quaver Music. This session will focus on the digital learner.

1:00 4:00 pm Selecting and Planning Math Tasks for increased Rigor, Relevance, &

Student Engagement 135

Presenter(s): Melanye Griffin This training will provide teachers with strategies, guidelines, and resources for

analyzing and creating math tasks that meet high levels of rigor, relevance, and

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student engagement. Teachers will leave with a prepared task to use in the classroom.


Grades 35 144

Presenter(s): Chrisa Oakley, Kelly Quaglieri Jan Richardson is a leader in the field of guided reading. Her background in Reading



K2 112

Presenter(s): Donna Busby Jan Richardson is a leader in the field of guided reading. Her background in Reading


1:00 4:00 pm Tackling the DBQ 139 Presenter(s): Darsi Bickley Teachers will go through The DBQ Project training as well as learn about the district

expectations for document based questions.

2:30 4:00 pm Effective Practices for Math Journaling 106 Presenter(s): Courtney Baker Math journals are a great way to reinforce and review math concepts while serving

as an invaluable assessment resource. Explore ways to create math journals as a learning tool and resource to help students.

2:30 4:00 pm Legal Update 145 Presenter(s): Cynthia Beuchler Latest updates regarding special education, 504 and many other hot topics in

education.

2:30 4:00 pm Lit from Within: The Secrets of Internal Motivation 116 Presenter(s): Lisa Van Gemert Ever wonder what to do with a gifted child not living up to his or her potential? Learn

the secrets behind enhancing achievement drive in gifted students. What does the research say? Find out the pitfalls of rewards, and take away seven strategies you can use right now to light the fire within any child.

2:30 4:00 pm Moodle for New Teachers 104 Presenter(s): Brittany Horn Today's students have the expectation of accessing learning resources 24 hours a

day. The Learning Management System (Moodle) allows the teacher to reach students in and out of the classroom by organizing class resources, creating interactive activities, and providing a platform for communication and productivity. As

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a new teacher, this session will help equip you to facilitate your online course. We will work together to build your blended learning environment in a way that is as rigorous, organized, and active as your physical environment.

2:30 4:00 pm Unpacking TEKS K2 105 Presenter(s): Laura Martinez, Daniel Flank When you look at the lessons from a TEKS perspective, it may change how you


2:30 4:00 pm Unpacking TEKS 35 102 Presenter(s): Monica Maynor, Shayla Johnston When you look at the lessons from a TEKS perspective, it may change how you


2:30 4:00 pm Secondary Science Inquiry without losing your mind 212 Presenter(s): Helen Wright Join us to learn how to implement inquiry in your classroom effectively with minimal

muss and fuss. This session will provide you with new tools to shift existing lab experiences to an inquiry approach.

2:30 4:00 pm Soaring to Success with See Saw 109 Presenter(s): Sarah Hall, Ashley Smith How to redefine student work by using See Saw in the ELA workshop to: create a

student portfolio, set goals, monitor progress, motivate students, give feedback, and communicate with parents.

2:30 4:00 pm The Juggling Act: Differentiation in the Mainstream Classroom 149 Presenter(s): Katie Walker ELL, GT, 504, Special Ed., RTI oh my! This session is for K12 instructors who are

looking for ways to manage the diverse learning needs in the mainstream classroom. Educators will leave this session with ideas and strategies for managing the task of supporting all learners in the classroom.

2:30 4:00 pm Vernier for Chromebooks 206 Presenter(s): Terry Ward Join us to learn how to use Vernier sensors and software with Chromebooks.

Multiple sensors will be used to illustrate various options. Handson experience and practice will be offered. New Teacher

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