ENGAGE 2024 Professional Learning Conference: Full Schedule

Make sure you stick around for lunch on Tuesday and Karaoke in the Student Union! (12:00-1:00)

10:30am CDT

Free Your Mind!

Let's get disconnected! Progressive relaxation and meditation will be offered in this session so that you can free your mind. This will be a tech free, quiet, peaceful zone for you to unwind as you see fit. Together, we will calm our minds and bodies as a form of self-care - you deserve it!

*Please bring a yoga mat, pillow, blanket, and/or comfy clothes! We will be stretching standing up and laying down on the floor.*

Presenters

India Lee

Kristen Sotero

Tuesday July 23, 2024 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
BNHS AC-223 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

Professional Practices and Responsibilities, SEL

CONTENT AREA All Contents
TOPIC Behavior

10:30am CDT

Messy Learning without Losing Your Mind!

This session is a book study/in-person experience after participants (over the summer) read the book, "A Meaningful Mess" by Andi McNair. This culminating event will explore strategies for engaging, experiencing and empowering today's Gen Z and Generation Alpha learners with messy learning through taking risks in the classroom, and by seeking meaning (and fun) among the mess. Participants will leave with practical applications to use alongside the NISD curriculum for the upcoming new school year. Andi McNair will be providing an online zoom with us at Engage. You will earn 6 update GT hours only after reading the book AND attending this 80-minute Engage session.

Presenters

Sarah Jones

Librarian, Justin ES / Northwest ISD

Kelly Barrett

GT Teacher, Northwest ISD

With 34 years of teaching experience, this year marks Kelly Barrett's 20th year as a GT Specialist, serving elementary students in Northwest ISD. She is a recipient of the TAGT Teacher of the Gifted and was twice awarded the Northwest ISD Campus Exemplar Educator of the Year Award... Read More →

Tuesday July 23, 2024 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
BNHS AC-109 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

Professional Practices and Responsibilities, Learning Environment

CONTENT AREA All Contents
Audience All Levels
TOPIC Instructional Strategies
GT UPDATE GT Update

10:30am CDT

PEIMS for Principals, AP's and Other Curious People

Session Attendees will learn that PEIMS is not scary!! We will learn what PEIMS is about, rules and laws related to PEIMS, How to Verify PEIMS reports, and Rules for Leavers. It will be fun and engaging!

Presenters

Jennifer Allen

District PEIMS Coordinator, Northwest ISD

Tuesday July 23, 2024 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
BNHS AC-206 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

Professional Practices and Responsibilities

CONTENT AREA PEIMS Reporting
Audience All Levels
TOPIC Leadership

10:30am CDT

PLCs, Protocols, and Powerful Discussions

Are you looking for ideas on how to streamline your campus PLCs, facilitate conversations through the use of protocols, deepen conversations to build capacity in staff, and increase student success? Then look no more because this session is for you!

Presenters

Che Williams

Assistant Principal, Northwest ISD

Jessica McDonald, Ed.D.

Principal, Johnie Daniel Elementary

Tuesday July 23, 2024 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
BNHS AC-202 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

Professional Practices and Responsibilities

CONTENT AREA All Contents
Audience All Levels
TOPIC Leadership

10:30am CDT

Set Sail: Exploring the Post Secondary World

A look at government and community agencies and resources for students with Special Education support and their caregivers, beyond K-12.

Presenters

Heather Crawford

Transition Coordinator

Tuesday July 23, 2024 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
BNHS AC-112 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

Professional Practices and Responsibilities

CONTENT AREA Special Education
Audience Special Education
TOPIC Instructional Strategies

1:00pm CDT

Attendance Matters: From Teachers to Administrators, We All Play a Role

Session Attendees will learn about the reasons teachers take attendance, how attendance affects funding and other fun topics! Come join us for some engaging discussion!

Presenters

Jennifer Allen

District PEIMS Coordinator, Northwest ISD

Tuesday July 23, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-210 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

Professional Practices and Responsibilities

CONTENT AREA All Contents
Audience All Levels
TOPIC Leadership

1:00pm CDT

Leveraging Technology and Communications

We all know communication is one of the most important aspects of our job. However, sometimes we do not always have a plan or know how to leverage all of the resources at our disposal to leverage a more effective communication method that meets all of our stakeholders where they are.

This session will focus on how to use Parentsquare and other NISD technology to create a plan that gives you the teacher more flexibility with communication in a manner that more effictively can reach our learners and their caretakers.

Presenters

Brian Bloss

6th Grade World Cultures

Leveraging Technology for Communications pptx

Tuesday July 23, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-223 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

Professional Practices and Responsibilities

CONTENT AREA All Contents
Audience All Levels
TOPIC Technology

1:00pm CDT

Room to Grow: Respecting Student Privacy

Teachers and staff have access to a wealth of confidential information about students. This session educates employees on legal and ethical reasons to protect student privacy. We will discuss how to handle nosy neighbors and persistent parents with grace, while honoring student privacy rights.

Presenters

Christie Hobbs

General Counsel, Northwest ISD

Andie Tate

Staff Attorney, Northwest ISD

Tuesday July 23, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-234 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

Professional Practices and Responsibilities, SEL

CONTENT AREA All Contents
TOPIC Leadership

1:00pm CDT

Special Education Counselor and Direct Counseling as a Related Service

What is a Special Ed Counselor, how to work with your sped counselor

Presenters

Jessica Applegate

Tuesday July 23, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-235 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

Professional Practices and Responsibilities

CONTENT AREA Special Education
Audience All Levels
TOPIC Leadership

1:00pm CDT

Campus Mentor Coordinator Training

Collaborate with other campus mentor coordinators on ways to support and engage new-to-NISD teachers and their mentors on your campus. *REQUIRED (If you didn't attend the training offered on July 8th at the LLC, you will attend this training.)

Presenters

Patrice Brake

Northwest ISD Curriculum & Instruction

Teacher Support Specialist for Northwest ISD; serving new teachers to NISD.

Sara Erikson

Secondary Teacher Support Specialist, NISD Curriculum & Instruction

Tuesday July 23, 2024 1:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
BNHS AC-101

Professional Practices and Responsibilities

CONTENT AREA All Contents
Audience All Levels
TOPIC Leadership

1:00pm CDT

CPI Test Out

Must have the online book portion completed before attending this session.

Presenters

Jenny Reyna

Tuesday July 23, 2024 1:00pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-233 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

Professional Practices and Responsibilities

CONTENT AREA CPI
Audience All Levels
TOPIC Behavior

1:00pm CDT

I'm a GT Specialist . . . Now What?

This session is the orientation for new elementary GT Specialists.

Presenters

Kelly Barrett

GT Teacher, Northwest ISD

Tuesday July 23, 2024 1:00pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-109 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

Professional Practices and Responsibilities

CONTENT AREA Elementary
Audience Elementary
TOPIC Leadership
GT UPDATE GT Update

2:45pm CDT

A teacher's role in 504 and ARD meetings: before, during, and after

Highlight the importance of the teacher's role in 504 and ARD meetings and after. Go over practical steps teachers can make to track their accommodations for 504 and SPED students.

Presenters

Andie Tate

Staff Attorney, Northwest ISD

Tuesday July 23, 2024 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-225 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

Professional Practices and Responsibilities

CONTENT AREA Special Education
Audience All Levels
TOPIC Leadership

2:45pm CDT

Practical Bow Repairs for the Classroom Orchestra Director

Participants will learn how to diagnose bow and instrument issues, how to fix easy issues in-house, and when it's time to send the bow to the repair shop.

Presenters

Sarah Harris

Tuesday July 23, 2024 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-137 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

Professional Practices and Responsibilities

CONTENT AREA Fine Arts
Audience Secondary
TOPIC Technology

8:30am CDT

Engage to Empower: Mentorship Mastery for Educators

In this dynamic and interactive session, educators will embark on a transformative journey to enhance their mentorship and leadership skills, with a focus on engaging strategies to empower future educators through the Teaching and Training mentor/intern program. Drawing upon best practices and real-world experiences, this session will empower educators to unleash their potential as mentors and leaders in the field of education. Participants will leave feeling inspired, equipped, and ready to engage with student interns in a way that fosters their professional growth, while also enriching their own teaching practice.
Participants will explore the essential elements of effective mentorship, including fostering positive relationships, providing constructive feedback, and promoting self-efficacy and independence in student interns. They will delve into communication techniques to facilitate meaningful dialogue and collaboration, as well as strategies for creating a supportive learning environment that nurtures growth and development

Presenters

Mercedes Parker

Wednesday July 24, 2024 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
BNHS AC-114 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

Professional Practices and Responsibilities

CONTENT AREA All Contents
Audience All Levels

8:30am CDT

AHA Heartsaver K-12 CPR, AED, First Aid

CPR and first aid class for teachers, teacher aides, etc. who need basic certification; not for medically licensed staff

Presenters

Rebekkah Dellaccio-Bazley

Health Services Coordinator, NORTHWEST ISD

I coordinate training and compliance for campus nurses and support staff in our 33 clinics across the district. Talk to me about CPR, Stop the Bleed, emergency response teams, or other health care needs for the school environment. I look forward to meeting you.

Wednesday July 24, 2024 8:30am - 11:45am CDT
BNHS AC-118 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

Professional Practices and Responsibilities

CONTENT AREA All Contents
Audience All Levels
TOPIC Health

8:30am CDT

CPI Test Out

Must have the online book portion completed before attending this session.

Presenters

Jenny Reyna

Wednesday July 24, 2024 8:30am - 11:45am CDT
BNHS AC-223 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

Professional Practices and Responsibilities

CONTENT AREA CPI
Audience All Levels
TOPIC Behavior

8:30am CDT

Library Palooza

Librarians will learn to identify user needs, to codify collection development policies and procedures, to select appropriate materials among the many possibilities, to acquire and make available these resources, to cooperate with other libraries, and to manage and evaluate their collections.

We will evaluate and apply the NISD Collection Development policy as a foundation for selecting materials for our school libraries.

Presenters

Jamie Eikenberry

Secondary Librarian, Northwest ISD

Wednesday July 24, 2024 8:30am - 11:45am CDT
BNHS AC-117 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

Professional Practices and Responsibilities

CONTENT AREA Librarians
Audience All Levels
TOPIC Instructional Strategies

10:15am CDT

The Parent Trap

Looking for ways to maximize parent involvement and support? Get ready to take-away practical ideas for how to avoid "the parent trap" and engage parents like a pro.

Presenters

Patrice Brake

Northwest ISD Curriculum & Instruction

Teacher Support Specialist for Northwest ISD; serving new teachers to NISD.

Sara Erikson

Secondary Teacher Support Specialist, NISD Curriculum & Instruction

Wednesday July 24, 2024 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
BNHS AC-107 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

Professional Practices and Responsibilities, SEL

CONTENT AREA All Contents
Audience All Levels
TOPIC Leadership

10:15am CDT

Yoga Flow

Come flow with me in a gentle yoga session. All skill levels welcome. Please bring a mat, towel, and water bottle.

Presenters

Carlie Hatley

Wednesday July 24, 2024 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
BNHS AC-225 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

Professional Practices and Responsibilities, SEL

CONTENT AREA PE
TOPIC Health

1:00pm CDT

Advanced Academic Ambassadors are Headed Your Way!

Unlock the Potential of Advanced Academics with Our Elite Ambassadors! Join us for an exclusive session where we unveil our dynamic team of Advanced Academic Ambassadors, primed and ready to revolutionize the way we approach advanced academics.

Experience firsthand the rigorous training our inaugural Ambassadors have undergone, equipping them with the skills and knowledge to champion the cause of Advanced Academics for all students. From innovative strategies to inclusive practices, discover how our Ambassadors are reshaping the narrative and ensuring that every student has the opportunity to excel.

But that's just the beginning! Together, we'll embark on a collaborative journey to explore endless possibilities for harnessing the power of our Ambassadors on your campus. From mentorship programs to enrichment activities, brainstorm and strategize ways to leverage their expertise and passion to elevate Advanced Academics in your school community.

Don't miss this chance to ignite a new era of academic excellence and inclusivity. Join us and unleash the full potential of Advanced Academics with our exceptional Ambassadors leading the way!"

Presenters

Bobby Morris

Director of College and Career Readiness, Northwest ISD

I'm an English teacher who somehow fell into administration, and I now serve Northwest ISD as the Director of College and Career Readiness. As much as I miss talking about literature with students, I love being part of students taking their next step into life readiness so that they... Read More →

Audra Rowell

Advanced Academics Coordinator, Northwest ISD

Audra has been involved with gifted education for the majority of her career. Having taught 5th GT, she was involved in curriculum writing and professional development. Upon leaving the classroom, she became a GT coordinator for elementary services in Irving for 9 years. For the past... Read More →

Wednesday July 24, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-113 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

Professional Practices and Responsibilities

CONTENT AREA All Contents
Audience Secondary
TOPIC Leadership

1:00pm CDT

If you catch a whiff… how to identify and respond to sexual harassment involving students

Cynthia Bauter, Northwest ISD's Title IX Coordinator, will train participants on Title IX violations involving students and how to respond when you catch a whiff that it might be happening.

Presenters

Cynthia Bauter

Title IX Coordinator, Northwest ISD

Wednesday July 24, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-234 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

Professional Practices and Responsibilities, SEL

CONTENT AREA All Contents
TOPIC Leadership

1:00pm CDT

AHA Heartsaver K-12 CPR, AED, First Aid

CPR and first aid class for teachers, teacher aides, etc. who need basic certification; not for medically licensed staff

Presenters

Rebekkah Dellaccio-Bazley

Health Services Coordinator, NORTHWEST ISD

Wednesday July 24, 2024 1:00pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-118 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

Professional Practices and Responsibilities

CONTENT AREA All Contents
Audience All Levels
TOPIC Health

2:30pm CDT

T-PESS for New APs

For new Assistant Principals, join us to learn about all things T-PESS, the evaluation system for assistant principals. You will walk away familiar with the rubrics, how you will be appraised, and what your next steps will be.

Presenters

Kasey Williams

Wednesday July 24, 2024 2:30pm - 5:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-206 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

Professional Practices and Responsibilities

CONTENT AREA All Contents
Audience Administrators

2:30pm CDT

T-PESS for New Principals

Presenters

Chris Hill

Kim Becan

EDEE, Northwest ISD

Wednesday July 24, 2024 2:30pm - 5:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-205 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

Professional Practices and Responsibilities

CONTENT AREA All Contents
Audience Administrators

2:45pm CDT

Curriculum & Coaching Pathways Book Study

We will meet to continue our discussion on the book Instructional Coaching: Seven Factors for Success.

Presenters

Sunni Johnson

Director of Curriculum, Northwest ISD

Stephanie Espinosa

Executive Director for Teaching and Learning, Northwest ISD

Executive Director for Teaching and Learning

Jason Sanders

Director of Instructional Technology, Northwest ISD

tinyurl.com/Jason-DIT

Bobby Morris

Director of College and Career Readiness, Northwest ISD

Kelley Broughton

Director of CTE, Northwest ISD

Wednesday July 24, 2024 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-117 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

Professional Practices and Responsibilities, Instruction

CONTENT AREA All Contents
Audience All Levels
TOPIC Leadership

2:45pm CDT

Meeting the needs of our 2E Children

Meeting the needs of our twice-expectational students is extremely important. If we aren't addressing all of their needs and expecting them to do well because they are "smart" we are doing them a major disservice. Children need explicit teaching to be able to handle their weaknesses. Come learn how to support your 2E students and get some strategies you can use right away!

Presenters

Amy Lawson

Principal

Wednesday July 24, 2024 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-204 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

Professional Practices and Responsibilities, SEL

CONTENT AREA All Contents
TOPIC Leadership
GT UPDATE GT Update

8:30am CDT

What You Need To Know About That App Your Kid Uses

The internet can be a scary place as an adult with children, but it doesn't have to be! Be informed and make decisions with your kids together as a digitally responsible family. This session will cover some of the more dangerous cell phone applications available to young people, talk about steps you can take as a parent to protect your children, and provide many resources to continue learning at home. Come learn about that app your kid uses, and what you can do about it.
tinyurl.com/AppsToKnow

Presenters

Jason Sanders

Director of Instructional Technology, Northwest ISD

tinyurl.com/Jason-DIT

Thursday July 25, 2024 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
BNHS AC-137 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

Professional Practices and Responsibilities, SEL

CONTENT AREA All Contents
TOPIC Technology

8:30am CDT

CPI Test Out

Must have the online book portion completed before attending this session.

Presenters

Jenny Reyna

Thursday July 25, 2024 8:30am - 11:45am CDT
BNHS AC-106 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

Professional Practices and Responsibilities

CONTENT AREA CPI
Audience All Levels
TOPIC Behavior

8:30am CDT

SpEd Team Lead Update

Elementary SpEd Team Lead Update

Presenters

Amelia Bowler

Amy Byrd

Northwest ISD,Curtis EL

Kayla Coser

Elementary Special Education Instructional Coach, Northwest ISD

Kayla Gollhofer

Elementary Special Education Instructional Coach, NISD

Thursday July 25, 2024 8:30am - 11:45am CDT
BNHS AC-109 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

Professional Practices and Responsibilities

CONTENT AREA Special Education
Audience All Levels
TOPIC Technology

10:15am CDT

How to Use the Enneagram for Personal and Professional Growth

Join us for an enlightening session on the Enneagram personality system. We will explore the nine distinct types, delve into self-reflection to recognize these traits within ourselves, and examine evidence-based strategies that leverage this insight to learn how to apply this wisdom for both personal betterment and professional excellence. Embrace this journey of growth and unlock your potential.

Presenters

Morgan Lyons

Thursday July 25, 2024 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
BNHS AC-133 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

Professional Practices and Responsibilities, SEL

CONTENT AREA All Contents
TOPIC Leadership

10:15am CDT

Interpersonal Relationships in the Workplace

This session is a practical application of the principles and concepts of the behavioral sciences to interpersonal relationships in the workplace. Learn how to be an effective team member, leader, and investigate concepts such as your workplace image and rebranding yourself.

Presenters

Sandra Dougherty

Northwest ISD

Thursday July 25, 2024 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
BNHS AC-137 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

Professional Practices and Responsibilities, SEL

CONTENT AREA All Contents
TOPIC Leadership