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Tuesday, July 23
 

8:30am CDT

Keynote Address with Anthony Muhammad
You won’t want to miss our keynote presenter, Anthony Muhammad as we kick off 2024 ENGAGE Summer Learning Conference! Anthony Muhammad, PhD, is a much sought-after educational speaker and presenter. A practitioner for nearly 20 years, he has served as a middle school teacher, assistant principal, and principal, and as a high school principal. Dr. Muhammad speaks on topics including building strong campus cultures, closing the achievement gap, and building strong professional learning communities.

Presenters
avatar for Stephanie Espinosa

Stephanie Espinosa

Executive Director for Teaching and Learning, Northwest ISD
Executive Director for Teaching and Learning


Tuesday July 23, 2024 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
BNHS PAC-101 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

10:30am CDT

Camp SDI (Specially Designed Instruction)
Come to Camp SDI to learn best practices and strategies for delivering specially designed instruction to students in special education.

Presenters
avatar for Kayla Coser

Kayla Coser

Elementary Special Education Instructional Coach, Northwest ISD


Tuesday July 23, 2024 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
BNHS AC-212 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

10:30am CDT

Differentiation

In this session, we will explore the concept of differentiation and its practical implementation in the classroom setting. We will discuss what differentiation entails and how it manifests in real classroom contexts. Additionally, we will focus specifically on strategies and approaches that teachers can employ to effectively support students with special educational needs (SPED students).

Presenters
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Melissa Roberts

Northwest ISD,ROANOKE EL
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Paola Morales

SPED Resource Teacher, Roanoke Elementary


Tuesday July 23, 2024 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
BNHS AC-205 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

10:30am CDT

Edugence 101: How to Assign Assessments, Use the Lockdown Browser, Grade and Troubleshoot
With upgrades and updates to Edugence and assessments moving online, it is important for teachers to know how to assign assesments, use the lockdown browser, know the differences in the online proctoring, and troubleshoot on the go.

Presenters
avatar for Amanda Piper-McClure

Amanda Piper-McClure

Instructional Resource & Technology Manager, Northwest Independent School District


Tuesday July 23, 2024 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
BNHS AC-115 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Instruction

10:30am CDT

In Our Binder Era- Making Notebooks Work For You
We started using binders as notebooks with our sixth grade science classes to save time cutting, gluing, etc. and be able to help them FIX those hot mess notebook disasters that some inevitably wind up with. We are happy to share our tips, tricks, thoughts, and ideas to help you get your kids organized along with the mistakes and pit-falls we have discovered so that you can avoid them! Come and join us in our Binder Era.


Tuesday July 23, 2024 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
BNHS AC-229 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

10:30am CDT

In Our Kami Era
Looking for a summer PD session to fill that Blank Space on your calendar? We don't know about you, but we're feeling Kami tooooo. Kami invites you to a world of Enchanting possibilities on PDFs, Slides, Docs, and beyond. Together we'll explore Kami's creative tools for digital annotation, comprehension, creation, and collaboration. Kami seamlessly integrates into your curriculum and ensures everyone has a chance to shimmer with its built-in accessibility features. Kami shines in Canvas, Google Classroom, or simply by sharing links with your groupies. Get ready to rock your classroom with Kami, the superstar of digital learning! Kami promises to be the shining star in your classroom, leaving you rehearsed and ready to 'Kami-fy' your content with Swift-worthy flair! Be Fearless and join us in our Kami Era.

Presenters
avatar for Brittany Horn

Brittany Horn

Instructional Technologist, Northwest ISD
avatar for Kelli Sanders

Kelli Sanders

Instructional Technologist, Northwest ISD
avatar for Rayna Strader

Rayna Strader

Instructional Technologist, Northwest ISD


Tuesday July 23, 2024 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
BNHS AC-116 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Instruction, SEL

10:30am CDT

Level Up Your Canvas Course!
Are you ready to power up your Canvas course? Join us on an epic quest where we'll equip you with powerful tools to explore the secret levels and hidden gems of Canvas. Dive into powerful external tools to integrate your favorite tech resources without ever leaving Canvas. Activate Mastery Paths to raise your differentiation ranking, and challenge your students with varying assignment and quiz question types. Achievement unlocked! From magical messaging options that make parent contact easy, to cheat codes that give you Canvas superpowers, we've got it all! So grab your controller (a.k.a. fully charged laptop) and let's get started!

Presenters
avatar for Rene Egle

Rene Egle

Instructional Technologist, Northwest ISD
Instructional Technologist
avatar for Amber Robinson

Amber Robinson

Instructional Technologist, Northwest ISD


Tuesday July 23, 2024 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
BNHS AC-117 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

10:30am CDT

Multiply Yourself & Differentiate With Mastery Paths
"Differentiation? Who has time for that?" You can with Mastery Paths! "But I've heard it takes a LONG time to create!" With the "evergreen" system of plug-and-play, you can minimize the time it takes to create as well as the time it takes to give instructions to your students! Come discover a way to streamline the work to engage all learners and even multiply yourself in the classroom.

Presenters
avatar for Gabriel Berumen

Gabriel Berumen

GT Math & GT Explorations Teacher
avatar for Sabrina Dowell

Sabrina Dowell

6th Grade Science


Tuesday July 23, 2024 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
BNHS AC-204 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

10:30am CDT

Problem Solving with Poster Method
Teachers will be walked through the poster method strategy for problem solving.  They will be able to see what it looks like in an elementary classroom and be given the tools to implement this in their own classroom.  

Presenters
avatar for Victoria Rieder

Victoria Rieder

4th Grade - Daniel Elementary


Tuesday July 23, 2024 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
BNHS AC-107 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Instruction

10:30am CDT

Active Minds, Active Bodies: Strategies for ADHD Support & Classroom Movement!
Join us for an interactive hour and a half session designed for teachers of all levels. Explore innovative strategies to support ADHD students while incorporating movement and physical activities into your lessons. Discover how to unleash creativity and engagement through active learning approaches. Get ready for a lively and fun session that will energize both you and your students!


Tuesday July 23, 2024 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
BNHS AC-101
  Planning

10:30am CDT

CC and How to read and use Paperwork to Support Student Achievement
We will discuss what CC looks like, how it will look moving forward. How do you read and utlize the Teacher Bundle of Sped paperwork? Let us help break it down and answer any questions you may have!

This is a perfect opportunity to get together and get prepped for the upcoming year!


Tuesday July 23, 2024 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
BNHS AC-103 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

10:30am CDT

Flexible Grouping for Diverse Mathematical Learning
How are you serving the Underserved? This session is geared towards the educators who work tirelessly to ensure equitable access for all students. Sessions will focus on the following.
*Why differentiate?
*Planning for differentiation
*Getting all stakeholders onboard
*Flexible Grouping
*Gifted Strategies for advanced learners

Presenters
avatar for Lisa Degnan

Lisa Degnan

GT Specialist, Northwest ISD
Lisa Degnan is a GT Specialist and advocate for gifted students in Northwest ISD.
avatar for Sandra Dougherty

Sandra Dougherty

Northwest ISD
avatar for Danielle Byron

Danielle Byron

3rd Grade Math/Science, Carter Elementary


Tuesday July 23, 2024 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
BNHS AC-106 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning, Instruction

10:30am CDT

Implementing Depth & Complexity Graphic Organizers into Your Classroom
Explore J Taylor graphic organizers, view student examples, and create your own.

Presenters

Tuesday July 23, 2024 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
BNHS AC-104 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning, Instruction

10:30am CDT

Not Your Mother's Modifications and Accommodations
Identify, explore, and practice different tools to use to modify and accommodate assignments.

Presenters
avatar for Meagan Tarvin

Meagan Tarvin

Resource Teacher, Northwest ISD


Tuesday July 23, 2024 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
BNHS AC-208 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

10:30am CDT

Ready, Set, I-Ready: Tailored Tactics for Secondary Success in Differentiated Instruction!
Join us for an interactive session to empower secondary educators with tools and strategies for streamlining lesson planning using I-Ready. Discover how to leverage I-Ready's resources to differentiate instruction effectively, catering to the diverse needs of students. Learn to harness the power of I-Ready's diagnostic assessments and adaptive curriculum to tailor lesson plans, identify skill gaps, and implement targeted interventions.

Presenters
avatar for Amanda Fenno

Amanda Fenno

Special Ed Teacher


Tuesday July 23, 2024 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
BNHS AC-111 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning

10:30am CDT

Real World: Opening a New School
Opening a new school has a specific set of challenges and blessings.  It can feel like "you're not in Kansas anymore".  As we share our experiences opening Wilson MS, Adams MS, and Worthington MS, participants will gain insights into adapting instructional strategies, building culture in a new place, and embracing innovation.  While this will be from a fine arts perspective (we teach orchestra and choir), the content can be applied to any teacher or support staff interested or curious about what opening a new campus can really involve, and how you can make your new school feel like home for you and your students quickly, without getting losing your mind in the process.

Presenters
avatar for Michelle Bell

Michelle Bell

Orchestra, Worthington MS
I'm a wife, mom and bonus mom, and orchestra director at Worthington MS in NISD.  I'll be starting my 25th year of teaching this year, and I'm passionate about the impact that a quality music education can have on kids!


Tuesday July 23, 2024 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
BNHS AC-210 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning, SEL

10:30am CDT

Robust Writing in the Classroom
Writing across the curriculum is the focus of this training. Every teacher and every subject taught should be part of the daily writing block. This training will provide strategies to make writing a goal in each subject throughout the day.

Presenters
avatar for Holly Garza

Holly Garza

BIL/ESL Instructional Coach, Northwest ISD
I've been in education for 10 years with my time focused on serving Emergent Bilingual students. I've taught in Bilingual programs PK-2nd grade, been a Bilingual Intervention Specialist, and an Instructional Coach for 5 years now. My passion is working with teachers of Emergent Bilinguals... Read More →
avatar for Dr. Richard Gómez Jr.

Dr. Richard Gómez Jr.

CEO, Gómez and Gómez Dual Language Consultants
Dr. Richard Gómez is the co-founder of the Gómez and Gómez Dual Language Enrichment Model. Dr. Gómez is a retired professor in Bilingual Education whose research is focused on language and academic issues affecting bilingual learners. He has spent the last 20 years constantly... Read More →
avatar for Rosie Sandoval

Rosie Sandoval

Educational Consultant


Tuesday July 23, 2024 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
BNHS AC-133 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

10:30am CDT

Stress-Free Special Education Workshop

Enhancing Support for Special Education Students

Join us for an engaging and informative professional learning session designed to equip educators with the tools and strategies needed to effectively support special education students. This hands-on workshop will delve into key aspects of special education, focusing on practical methods to enhance learning and development for students with diverse needs.

Key Topics Covered:

1. Accommodations and Modifications:

  • Learn efficient and effective ways to track student progress.
  • Gain insights into designing and implementing accommodations that cater to different learning styles.
  • Learn how to modify curriculum and instruction to meet the unique needs of special education students.


2. Autism Strategies:

  • Understand autism spectrum disorder and its impact on learning and behavior.
  • Discover specific strategies to support students with autism in the classroom.
  • Understand how to tailor incentives to individual student needs and behaviors.


What to Expect:
Interactive Learning: Engage in activities and discussions that will help you apply new strategies in your own classroom.
Practical Tools: Leave with a toolkit of resources that you can immediately implement to enhance your teaching practices.
Expert Guidance: Benefit from the knowledge and experience of special education experts who will lead the session and provide personalized support.

Who Should Attend:
Special Education Teachers
General Education Teachers
Teaching Assistants
School Administrators
Support Staff

By the end of this workshop, you will be empowered with practical skills and knowledge to better assist special education students, making a significant impact on their educational journey. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your professional practice and support your students more effectively.



Tuesday July 23, 2024 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
BNHS AC-225 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

10:30am CDT

Unleashing the Magic of Video Learning with Edpuzzle
Unlock the full potential of video learning with Edpuzzle in this interactive professional development session. Discover how to create captivating lessons, incorporate interactive questions, leverage data for differentiated instruction, and experience exciting new features that will bring a touch of magic to your classroom. Join us and revolutionize your teaching with Edpuzzle's dynamic integrations.

Presenters
avatar for Jason Sanders

Jason Sanders

Director of Instructional Technology, Northwest ISD
tinyurl.com/Jason-DIT
avatar for Samuel Brouse

Samuel Brouse

Regional Director of School Partnerships, Edpuzzle


Tuesday July 23, 2024 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
BNHS AC-118 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning

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
avatar for Sarah Jones

Sarah Jones

Librarian, Justin ES / Northwest ISD
avatar for Kelly Barrett

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

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
avatar for Jennifer Allen

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

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
avatar for Che Williams

Che Williams

Assistant Principal, Northwest ISD
avatar for Jessica McDonald, Ed.D.

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

1:00pm CDT

Adaptive Art: Tools and Tricks
Dive into the world of adaptive tools, teaching techniques, and best practices for exceptional learners. See how I modify materials and content for students with a variety of needs and accomodations. In this session, we will be talking about common issues teachers face with modifications, accomodations, and making materials more accessible while focusing on student abilities. All subjects can learn from the world of Art Education to better their teaching practices and make their classroom more student friendly and accessible. 

Presenters

Tuesday July 23, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-204 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

1:00pm CDT

Building Digital Citizens in Your Classroom!
Move from competence to CONFIDENCE when it comes to teaching and modeling digital citizenship in your classroom. We'll define the WHY of digital citizenship in NISD and review five key modules taught in our curriculum. You'll see how lessons are vertically aligned to build on student learning year after year, and get a sneak peek of NEW artificial intelligence additions to the curriculum. Leave empowered not only to facilitate digital citizenship lessons, but to continue meaningful conversations with students throughout the year. Additionally, this session will provide you with resources to partner with families and create a classroom culture where responsible digital citizenship is the classroom norm. Let's get ready to make the #1toWorldPromise together this year!

Presenters
avatar for Brittany Horn

Brittany Horn

Instructional Technologist, Northwest ISD
avatar for Jason Sanders

Jason Sanders

Director of Instructional Technology, Northwest ISD
tinyurl.com/Jason-DIT


Tuesday July 23, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-116 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

1:00pm CDT

If You Give a Teacher an iPad!
If you give a teacher an iPad, you'll definitely want to bring it with you to this session (fully charged, of course!). When you come to this session, you'll learn how this device can enable you to be more mobile, efficient, and increase student engagement. And while you're thinking about student engagement, we will spend time learning apps available to all NISD educators through the Mosyle app. Once we download our apps, we'll explore how Airsever allows your iPad to be mirrored. Once we master mirroring your iPad, we will start your Annotate journey to allow yourself to control your desktop from your iPad. We will put the tools you need for instruction at your fingertips: Kami, Seesaw, Pear Deck, the NISD Portal, and MORE! Want to dive deeper into Annotate? Stay for the next session: "Advancing your iPad with Annotate!"

Presenters
avatar for Rayna Strader

Rayna Strader

Instructional Technologist, Northwest ISD
avatar for Jordana Kaiser

Jordana Kaiser

Instructional Technologist, Northwest ISD


Tuesday July 23, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-117 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Instruction

1:00pm CDT

Establishing Systems for a More Efficient Classroom
This session will provide strategies to establish systems that would enable a teacher to better implement new habits. Whether it is a new classroom management strategy, instructional strategy, or to help meet a personal goal, this session will provide foundational techniques to help make new habits "stick".

Presenters
avatar for Nicholas Escarsega

Nicholas Escarsega

Northwest ISD


Tuesday July 23, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-225 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

1:00pm CDT

Setting up your classroom for success
Let's talk about how to start off on the right foot with expectations, routines, procedures, and building relationships. For anyone who needs a fresh start this year in Tier 1 behavior management.

Presenters
avatar for Jamessia Steele

Jamessia Steele

Behavior Interventionists, Prairie View and 7-Hills Elementary
I was the Inaugural SEAC teacher at Leo Adams.  I currently work as the campus BI for 7- Hills Elementary.  I enjoy family vacations with my extended family. I am passionate about empowering and encouraging educators to manage challenging behaviors by taking a proactive approach... Read More →


Tuesday July 23, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-203 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

1:00pm CDT

Shaping student behavior for long term results
A review of the discipline cycle utilizing the restorative approach to conflict resolution. We will spend our time reviewing common discipline challenges and talk through in small groups and then share out in whole group best solutions for long term results.

Presenters
avatar for Allison Palislamovic

Allison Palislamovic

Teacher, Northwest ISD
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Amanda Bunch

Northwest ISD


Tuesday July 23, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-206 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

1:00pm CDT

"Lean on me!" Learn how you can strengthen your PLC so every student can be successful. (Elementary)
Question 4 of a PLC addresses, "What do we do when students didn't learn what we taught?" In this session, you and your team will learn tools to address this question and how to create a plan so students do not get further behind.

Presenters
avatar for Kim Santiago

Kim Santiago

Kim Santiago is a veteran Intervention Specialist. The first ten years of her career were spent as an elementary Resource/Inclusion teacher in NorthEast ISD, Lewisville ISD, Plano ISD, and most recently, Irving ISD. This is her second year with Northwest ISD where she has found her... Read More →
avatar for Kayla Caprio

Kayla Caprio

RTI/ ESL Interventionist


Tuesday July 23, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-112 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

1:00pm CDT

Edugence 201: Using Edugence Data and Reporting
Reports you need to inform whole class and small group instruction. After this session, teachers will know how to run error analysis reports, use the SE Analysis to prep for STAAR, Use the Teacher Dashboard Report and SE Performance Roster to identify small groups, compare quintile reporting for students on the cusp, and review whole class skills.

Presenters
avatar for Amanda Piper-McClure

Amanda Piper-McClure

Instructional Resource & Technology Manager, Northwest Independent School District
avatar for Sandra Dougherty

Sandra Dougherty

Northwest ISD


Tuesday July 23, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-115 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning

1:00pm CDT

In Our Writing Era
Come learn how to incorporate claim, evidence, reasoning writing in Math, Science, and Reading. We will model and share our strategies, tried and tested on our 5th graders.


Tuesday July 23, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-229 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning

1:00pm CDT

IncludED: including students with specialized needs in the GenEd classroom
Step right into the spotlight and join us for an electrifying presentation like no other: "Inclusion Sensation: Special Ed Students Taking the Stage!" Brace yourself for a whirlwind journey through the dynamic world of inclusive education, where every student's unique needs are celebrated. Prepare to be wowed by innovative strategies and heartwarming success stories that will leave you cheering for more. Get ready to witness the power of inclusion as we shatter barriers and ignite a passion for learning in every corner of the classroom. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience – join us and be part of the inclusion sensation!

Presenters
avatar for Naomi Ciomperlik

Naomi Ciomperlik

Special Education Teacher-SOAR
avatar for Darren Van Helden

Darren Van Helden

SOAR Teacher, Northwest ISD


Tuesday July 23, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-111 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning

1:00pm CDT

Intro to WeVideo & Multimedia Creation in the Classroom
Elevate learning, engagement, and creativity with WeVideo! In this workshop, you will learn video editing fundamentals as you run through the flow of creating, editing, and publishing a video. You’ll learn how to uses classes and access pre-made assignments in WeVideo’s assignment library to make student multimedia-creation a regular part of your teaching practice. Watch your students come alive with WeVideo!

By the end of this session, educators will be able to:
--Understand the benefits of student creativity and multimedia creation!
--Edit and publish a video and create video-based instructional content.
--Begin implementing multimedia projects and activities that enhance learning!

Presenters
avatar for Katy Barrey

Katy Barrey

Coordinator of Instructional Technology, Northwest ISD
Technology enables us to extend our reach and become more effective, relevant, and connected educators. Effective teachers are expected to design, implement, and assess learning experiences to engage students and prepare them to be competitive and successful in a global marketplace... Read More →


Tuesday July 23, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-118 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning, SEL

1:00pm CDT

Pairing Effectively in the Classroom
This training is to help teachers become more effective in utilizing pairs in the classroom. Effective pairing management results in higher learning rigor and closing of academic gaps.

Presenters
avatar for Holly Garza

Holly Garza

BIL/ESL Instructional Coach, Northwest ISD
I've been in education for 10 years with my time focused on serving Emergent Bilingual students. I've taught in Bilingual programs PK-2nd grade, been a Bilingual Intervention Specialist, and an Instructional Coach for 5 years now. My passion is working with teachers of Emergent Bilinguals... Read More →
avatar for Dr. Richard Gómez Jr.

Dr. Richard Gómez Jr.

CEO, Gómez and Gómez Dual Language Consultants
Dr. Richard Gómez is the co-founder of the Gómez and Gómez Dual Language Enrichment Model. Dr. Gómez is a retired professor in Bilingual Education whose research is focused on language and academic issues affecting bilingual learners. He has spent the last 20 years constantly... Read More →
avatar for Rosie Sandoval

Rosie Sandoval

Educational Consultant


Tuesday July 23, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-133 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

1:00pm CDT

Stop Treating Chat GPT Like Google...Do This Instead
Do you try to use ChatGPT but find yourself using it as a "glorified" version of Google? Stop doing that and try this instead... In this session you will learn how to correctly set up your ChatGPT account, how to write effective prompts that get you what you want, how to bulk create a variety of resources that you can use with your students in under 15 minutes and more.

Presenters
avatar for Darsi Bickley

Darsi Bickley

K-12 Social Studies Curriculum Coordinator, Northwest ISD


Tuesday July 23, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-110 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning, Planning

1:00pm CDT

Thought Partner, Intern, Planner: What Can ChatGPT Be to You?
Have you been questioning whether AI has a place in your classroom? Are you looking for talking points to address parent concerns? Do you need practical examples of how AI can streamline tasks, personalize learning, and boost classroom engagement? We’ve got you covered! Through hands-on exploration and practical examples, participants will learn how to use AI to enhance teaching and prepare students for a future where AI competence is crucial. Join us to discover how to make AI an ally in the classroom, fostering an environment where both educators and students are future-ready. Explore district policies on AI integration, ethical considerations, and strategies for empowering students with responsible AI skills. Leave inspired and equipped with actionable insights to navigate the AI landscape confidently and unlock its full potential in education!

Presenters
avatar for Amber Robinson

Amber Robinson

Instructional Technologist, Northwest ISD


Tuesday July 23, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-201 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning

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
avatar for Jennifer Allen

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

1:00pm CDT

CPI Test Out

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

Presenters

Tuesday July 23, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-233 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

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
avatar for Brian Bloss

Brian Bloss

6th Grade World Cultures



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

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

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

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
avatar for Patrice Brake

Patrice Brake

Northwest ISD Curriculum & Instruction
Teacher Support Specialist for Northwest ISD; serving new teachers to NISD.
avatar for Sara Erikson

Sara Erikson

Secondary Teacher Support Specialist, NISD Curriculum & Instruction


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

1:00pm CDT

Open Ceramic Studio
Maximum of 15 (art) teachers to hone their pottery wheel throwing techniques and learn new skills.  PLEASE NOTE LOCATION IS AT EATON HS

Presenters
avatar for Katherine Nelson

Katherine Nelson

Visual Art Educator, Northwest ISD


Tuesday July 23, 2024 1:00pm - 4:15pm CDT
Eaton High School Ceramic Studio D109 (door 10 near greenhouse) 1350 Eagle Blvd., Haslet, TX 76052

2:45pm CDT

Advancing your iPad with Annotate
Your Annotate Journey continues here... This is the session for going deeper with your iPad, focusing solely Annotate! Whether you attended "If You Give a Teacher an iPad" and want to keep building on your learning, or you have been using your iPad and want to become more proficeient at using Annotate, this session is for you! Come learn about the greatest feature Annotate has to offer, Content Library! We will be focusing on Student Accountability through Teacher Mobility using the iPad, Annotate, Remote Desktop, and Content Library.

Presenters
avatar for Rayna Strader

Rayna Strader

Instructional Technologist, Northwest ISD
avatar for Jordana Kaiser

Jordana Kaiser

Instructional Technologist, Northwest ISD


Tuesday July 23, 2024 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-112 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Instruction

2:45pm CDT

Building Number Sense with Your Students
Learn some fun, low prep ways to build number sense and fact fluency with your math students! Join us to build up your number sense arsenal. We will explore ideas that are low prep, great for early finishers, and/or could be used for whole class instruction. This session will be mostly geared toward upper elementary/middle school students, but other grade levels could benefit or adapt the games/practices as necessary.


Tuesday July 23, 2024 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-212 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Instruction

2:45pm CDT

Canvas Quizzes
Are you ready to unleash the power of New Quizzes in Canvas? Join us for this interactive Canvas session where we will look at all things Quizzes. We’ll explore multiple question types, feedback options, ways to adapt quizzes for students, and more! Bring your fully charged laptop so you can start building your Canvas quiz right along with us.

Presenters
avatar for Rene Egle

Rene Egle

Instructional Technologist, Northwest ISD
Instructional Technologist
avatar for Amber Robinson

Amber Robinson

Instructional Technologist, Northwest ISD


Tuesday July 23, 2024 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-113 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Instruction

2:45pm CDT

College & Career Readiness Strategies for Elementary
Empower your students for success from an early age! Join us for an engaging session on 'College and Career Readiness Strategies for Elementary,' where we'll unlock secrets to  integrating CCMR into your everyday classroom activities. Discover practical, hands-on techniques that will not only inspire your students but also equip them with the skills they need to thrive in their future endeavors.

But that's not all! Attendees will leave with more than just knowledge – they'll also take home some of the tools they need to create an immersive CCMR bulletin board in their own classrooms. From eye-catching visuals to interactive elements, you'll have the tools to transform your classroom into a hub of college and career exploration.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to revolutionize your teaching approach and set your students on the path to success. Join us and become a catalyst for change in your school community!


Presenters
avatar for Bobby Morris

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 →


Tuesday July 23, 2024 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-118 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

2:45pm CDT

Cross-curricular social studies
One of the biggest challenges in making meaningful learning is helping students see cross-curricular application of skills. In this session we are going to help demonstrate easy methods can be used to help incorporate social studies into math and ELA and visa versa. We will be using the 6th grade world cultures warm-ups used at Worthington for the 23-24 school year as a model for how you can offer students the chance to practice without having to radically rewrite your lesson plans!

Presenters
avatar for Brian Bloss

Brian Bloss

6th Grade World Cultures
KH

Keeae Huggett

6th World Cultures


Tuesday July 23, 2024 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-135 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

2:45pm CDT

From Thinking Maps to Interactive Word Walls
Do you have students that struggle with reading and/or writing on grade level? Combining Thinking Maps with interactive word walls can help! This session is based on the work of Dr. Julie Jackson. Participants will be introduced to Dr. Jackson’s five easy steps to create interactive word walls, create a word wall for themselves and even have time to brainstorm ways to turn the concept or Thinking Maps they are already doing in class into an interactive word wall that is research-proven to be effective.

Presenters
avatar for Sabrina Dowell

Sabrina Dowell

6th Grade Science


Tuesday July 23, 2024 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-207 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Instruction

2:45pm CDT

Step Up with the STAR program
Come learn about our STAR (Strategies for Teaching Based on Autism Research) curriculum! This session will prepare you to get started with the program and will allow time for individual needs of the audience. Attend this session so you can "Step Up" the first day of school prepared to the use the materials and feel confident in the program!

Presenters
avatar for Amy Byrd

Amy Byrd

Northwest ISD,Curtis EL


Tuesday July 23, 2024 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-206 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

2:45pm CDT

Political Speech on Campus: A First Amendment Primer
As we head into presidential elections this fall, we will explore the rights of students and teachers to wear shirts and attire with political slogans on campus. We will discuss the First Amendment, limits to protected speech, key court cases, and best practices for teachers and administrators in navigating free speech on campus.

Presenters
avatar for Christie Hobbs

Christie Hobbs

General Counsel, Northwest ISD


Tuesday July 23, 2024 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-234 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

2:45pm CDT

Boredom Isn't Necessarily BAD . . . Until It Is
What did you do at school today? "Nothing." Did you learn anything? "No." Did anything exciting happen? "I don't know." This conversation happens so often in homes daily. But, this child isn't actually saying they didn't do anything or didn't do anything exciting. What they're actually saying is they didn't do anything that was meaningful to them. Join us to learn the anecdote to boredom.

Presenters
avatar for Brandy Brewer

Brandy Brewer

GT Specialist, Northwest ISD
Mom of Three, Chaos Coordinator, Cookie Connoisseur, Avid Reader, Passionate Public EducatorI've spent 12 years in public education; serving as both an elementary and middle school classroom teacher, instructional coach, and GT specialist. Designing engaging experiences for students... Read More →
avatar for Heather Martin

Heather Martin

GT Specialist
I am a 23 year experienced teacher having taught grades K-5. I have been, both, departmentalized (ELA/SS) and self-contained, and have served as a Dyslexia Specialist. I am currently a Gifted and Talented Specialist at Hughes Elementary.


Tuesday July 23, 2024 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-104 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

2:45pm CDT

Design and Implement Student Media Projects with WeVideo
From science and history documentaries to personal narratives, student media projects are a great way to increase engagement and enhance learning outcomes across content areas. In this session, teachers will design a media project to implement with students! We’ll share curricular resources and best practices for facilitating each stage of a media project from generating a topic to showcasing student work! By the end of this session, you’ll be ready to implement a student media project that builds academic vocabulary, content knowledge, and literacy while enhancing learning with 21st century skills!

By the end of this session, educators will be able to:
--Leverage best practices to design and implement a media project with students
--Enhance content knowledge, literacy, and disciplinary skills with 21st century learning
--Utilize WeVideo for Schools and the assignment ideas library!

Presenters
avatar for Katy Barrey

Katy Barrey

Coordinator of Instructional Technology, Northwest ISD
Technology enables us to extend our reach and become more effective, relevant, and connected educators. Effective teachers are expected to design, implement, and assess learning experiences to engage students and prepare them to be competitive and successful in a global marketplace... Read More →
avatar for Stu Jernigan

Stu Jernigan

Education Specialist, WeVideo
Stu Jernigan is an Education Specialist at WeVideo. Stu is the lead designer of WeVideo's professional learning, assignment ideas library, and other content designed to support teachers and students to get the most out of WeVideo's multimedia creation tools. Stu is a former High School... Read More →


Tuesday July 23, 2024 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-237 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning, SEL

2:45pm CDT

Edugence Tips & Tricks
You know how to use this in the classroom but what about the other things? After this session, teachers will know how to add outside PD for credit, access tutoring strips, and create custom groups.

Presenters
avatar for Amanda Piper-McClure

Amanda Piper-McClure

Instructional Resource & Technology Manager, Northwest Independent School District


Tuesday July 23, 2024 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-111 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning

2:45pm CDT

eSTAR: MTSS refresher
This session is a refresher for teachers. Teachers will revisit effective and efficient ways to document MTSS interventions and track progress monitoring in eSTAR: MTSS, as well as some tips and tricks!

Presenters

Tuesday July 23, 2024 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-110 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

2:45pm CDT

Robust Vocabulary Building in the Classroom
This training will focus on building a robust vocabulary for students through classroom components that in turn lead to above grade-level writing and reading skills. When the teacher stops talking, the vocabulary building starts happening.

Presenters
avatar for Holly Garza

Holly Garza

BIL/ESL Instructional Coach, Northwest ISD
I've been in education for 10 years with my time focused on serving Emergent Bilingual students. I've taught in Bilingual programs PK-2nd grade, been a Bilingual Intervention Specialist, and an Instructional Coach for 5 years now. My passion is working with teachers of Emergent Bilinguals... Read More →
avatar for Dr. Richard Gómez Jr.

Dr. Richard Gómez Jr.

CEO, Gómez and Gómez Dual Language Consultants
Dr. Richard Gómez is the co-founder of the Gómez and Gómez Dual Language Enrichment Model. Dr. Gómez is a retired professor in Bilingual Education whose research is focused on language and academic issues affecting bilingual learners. He has spent the last 20 years constantly... Read More →
avatar for Rosie Sandoval

Rosie Sandoval

Educational Consultant


Tuesday July 23, 2024 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-133 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

2:45pm CDT

The Hottest AI Sesh is...
Gear up for an unforgettable summer adventure where we dive into the coolest AI tools for teachers! Get ready to unleash your inner tech guru as we explore how these magical tools can supercharge your teaching game. From mind-blowing lesson planning hacks to interactive classroom experiences, we'll show you how AI can turn your teaching dreams into reality. Join us for a fun-filled learning journey that'll leave you feeling inspired, empowered, and ready to take on the future of education.

Presenters
avatar for Kelli Sanders

Kelli Sanders

Instructional Technologist, Northwest ISD


Tuesday July 23, 2024 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-201 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning

2:45pm CDT

Using Depth & Complexity in the Primary Classroom
In this session, participants will engage in ways to use the Depth & Complexity icon with our youngest learners.

Presenters
avatar for Sherri Standridge

Sherri Standridge

First Grade Teacher, Northwest ISD
avatar for Holly Ah Leong

Holly Ah Leong

teacher, Northwest ISD


Tuesday July 23, 2024 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-105 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning, Instruction

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
avatar for Andie Tate

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

2:45pm CDT

CPI Test Out

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

Presenters

Tuesday July 23, 2024 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-233 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
 


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