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)

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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!

Presenters

Emily Leitnick

Blair Cox

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

Planning

CONTENT AREA All Contents
Audience All Levels
TOPIC Behavior

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!

Presenters

Amber Bush

Park Conner

Trey Baez

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

Planning, Instruction

CONTENT AREA Special Education
Audience All Levels
TOPIC Differentiation

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

Lisa Degnan

GT Specialist, Northwest ISD

Lisa Degnan is a GT Specialist and advocate for gifted students in Northwest ISD.

Sandra Dougherty

Northwest ISD

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

CONTENT AREA Math
Audience All Levels
TOPIC Differentiation
GT UPDATE GT Update

10:30am CDT

Getting the Most Out of the Big Idea Icon

How deep can you go with the Big Idea icon? In this session you will engage in tasks that show the true power of the Big Idea icon and see how deep it can take our thinking.

Presenters

Lyndsie Smith

Principal, Northwest ISD

Tuesday July 23, 2024 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
BNHS AC-108 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

Planning, Instruction

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

10:30am CDT

Implementing Depth & Complexity Graphic Organizers into Your Classroom

Explore J Taylor graphic organizers, view student examples, and create your own.

Presenters

Katie Delgado

GT Specialist

Rachel Pruitt

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

Planning, Instruction

CONTENT AREA All Contents
Audience All Levels
TOPIC Differentiation
GT UPDATE GT Update

10:30am CDT

MTSS 101: Elementary

New to NISD or MTSS: Academics? This session was created for you! The purpose of MTSS: Academicis to identify students who are struggling in school and ensure each child who is identified receives the right instruction or intervention to be successful. In this session, you will learn how to create a proactive process to identify students who need help, place them in the proper intervention, monitor their progress, revise interventions as needed, and determine when students no longer need additional support. (Elementary only)

Presenters

Hailey Wray

Intervention Specialist, Northwest ISD

Sarah Cruz

Intervention Specialist, Northwest ISD

Trixie Brownlee

Tuesday July 23, 2024 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
BNHS AC-113 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

Planning, Professional Practices and Responsibilities

CONTENT AREA All Contents
Audience Elementary
TOPIC Differentiation

10:30am CDT

MTSS 101: Middle and High schools

Presenters

Ashley Anthony

Tuesday July 23, 2024 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
BNHS AC-114 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

Planning, Professional Practices and Responsibilities

CONTENT AREA All Contents
Audience Secondary
TOPIC Differentiation

10:30am CDT

Not Your Mother's Modifications and Accommodations

Identify, explore, and practice different tools to use to modify and accommodate assignments.

Presenters

Dannette Heizer

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

Planning

CONTENT AREA Special Education
Audience All Levels
TOPIC Instructional Strategies

10:30am CDT

Novelty Notebooks: Encouraging Student Choice and Creativity Through Interactive Notebooking

Join us as we explore the concept of interactive notebooking and how it can be utilized to enhance student engagement, encourage creativity, and foster a sense of ownership in their learning process. We will focus specifically on the use of novelty notebooks as a tool to promote student choice and provide opportunities for personalized expression within the classroom.

Presenters

Megan Walker

5th Grade, Northwest ISD

Heather Stepp

Science Teacher, Northwest ISD

Valerie Sims

Tuesday July 23, 2024 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
BNHS AC-102

Planning

CONTENT AREA Science
Audience Elementary

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

Amanda Fenno

Special Ed Teacher

Tara Moran

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

Planning

CONTENT AREA All Contents
Audience All Levels
TOPIC Differentiation

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

Brad Kerley

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

CONTENT AREA All Contents
Audience All Levels
TOPIC Leadership

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

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 →

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 →

Rosie Sandoval

Educational Consultant

Iris Gonzales

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

Planning, Instruction

CONTENT AREA All Contents
Audience All Levels
TOPIC Content Literacy

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.

Presenters

Jenn Schomer, M.Ed.

Penny Rios

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

Planning

CONTENT AREA All Contents
Audience All Levels
TOPIC Instructional Strategies

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

Jason Sanders

Director of Instructional Technology, Northwest ISD

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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

CONTENT AREA All Contents
Audience All Levels
TOPIC Technology

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

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 →

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

Planning, Instruction

CONTENT AREA All Contents
Audience All Levels
TOPIC Leadership

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

Amanda Piper-McClure

Instructional Resource & Technology Manager, Northwest Independent School District

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

CONTENT AREA All Contents
Audience All Levels
TOPIC Technology

1:00pm CDT

Getting Started with Desmos

Join us for an engaging session where we will dive into the world of Desmos activities and its powerful calculator features. This session is for teachers who are just getting started with using Desmos. You will discover the benefits and features of Desmos activities for enhancing student learning. We will also explore the functionalities of the Desmos calculator and how it can support mathematical exploration.

Presenters

Hannah Patredis

Instructional Math Coach, Northwest ISD

Keeley Kinder

Secondary Math Instructional Coach

Tuesday July 23, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-205 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

Planning, Instruction

CONTENT AREA Secondary Math
Audience Secondary

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.

Presenters

Carmen Merino

Hailey Donaldson

Ruth Keyes

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

Planning

CONTENT AREA All Contents
Audience All Levels
TOPIC Content Literacy

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 â€“ join us and be part of the inclusion sensation!

Presenters

Naomi Ciomperlik

Special Education Teacher-SOAR

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

CONTENT AREA All Contents
Audience All Levels
TOPIC Differentiation

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. Youâ€™ll learn how to uses classes and access pre-made assignments in WeVideoâ€™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

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 →

Alexis Canas

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

Planning, SEL

CONTENT AREA All Contents
Audience All Levels
TOPIC Technology

1:00pm CDT

Math Make-And-Take: First Grading Period

The session will be about the importance of hands on manipulatives needed for the first grading period. Then, it will be set up in stations where the educators will create make and takes that support the curriculum and what will be covered in the first grading period. We are setting them up for success by being proactive.

Presenters

Carla Brown

Teacher, Northwest ISD

Tuesday July 23, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-102

Planning

CONTENT AREA Math
Audience Elementary

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

Holly Garza

BIL/ESL Instructional Coach, Northwest ISD

Dr. Richard Gómez Jr.

CEO, Gómez and Gómez Dual Language Consultants

Rosie Sandoval

Educational Consultant

Iris Gonzales

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

Planning, Instruction

CONTENT AREA All Contents
Audience All Levels
TOPIC Instructional Strategies

1:00pm CDT

Picture Ponder: Quick Hitters for D&C

I know the icons, now what? More ideas for how to use the Depth and Complexity icons in your classroom.

Presenters

Katie Delgado

GT Specialist

Tammy Krieger

Gifted & Talented Specialist, Clara Love ES

Tuesday July 23, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-103 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

Planning, Instruction

CONTENT AREA All Contents
Audience Elementary
TOPIC Differentiation
GT UPDATE GT Update

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

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

CONTENT AREA All Contents
Audience All Levels
TOPIC Technology

1:00pm CDT

Talking the Talk: Verbal Reasoning in K-2

In this session, we will explore effective strategies and practical approaches to foster verbal thinking skills in our youngest learners. We will delve into the foundational elements of verbal reasoning and provide insights into how educators can foster and develop these skills in the most managable way. This session will be geared toward K-2 learners.

Presenters

Kelli Mitchell

GT Specialist, Northwest ISD

Kimberly Morgan

Northwest ISD

Tuesday July 23, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-104 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

Planning, Instruction

CONTENT AREA ELA
Audience K-2
TOPIC Discourse
GT UPDATE GT Update

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? Weâ€™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

Amber Robinson

Instructional Technologist, Northwest ISD

Kristy Butler

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

Planning

CONTENT AREA All Contents
Audience All Levels
TOPIC Technology

1:00pm CDT

Using D&C in Student Led Book Clubs

In this session, you will engage in multiple tasks and graphic organizers to support the work your students are doing in student lead book clubs.

Presenters

Lyndsie Smith

Principal, Northwest ISD

Tuesday July 23, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-108 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

Planning, Instruction

CONTENT AREA ELA
Audience Elementary
TOPIC Instructional Strategies
GT UPDATE GT Update

1:00pm CDT

Make Problem Solving ICONic!

Are you in a problem solving rut? Are you looking for a way to jazz up your problem solving block while maintaining a way for students to think deep? We have the solution for you! We will show you how to use Depth and Complexity problem solving mats and much more to convert simple problem solving into active and engaging thinking!

Presenters

Madeline Cushman

Tuesday July 23, 2024 1:00pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-244 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

Planning, Instruction

CONTENT AREA Math
Audience Elementary
TOPIC Technology
GT UPDATE GT Update

1:00pm CDT

Navigating Special Education: Implementing Best Practices part II

Learners will gain a basic understanding of legal framework surrounding Transition Plans for Special Education students and enhance their ability to craft impactful plans by exploring the 4 Core Components of IEP Transition Plans. (This session is offered on multiple dates.)

Presenters

Heather Crawford

Transition Coordinator

Tuesday July 23, 2024 1:00pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-107 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

Planning, Professional Practices and Responsibilities

CONTENT AREA Special Education
Audience Special Education
TOPIC Instructional Strategies

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

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 →

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

Planning, Instruction

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

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! Weâ€™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, youâ€™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

Katy Barrey

Coordinator of Instructional Technology, Northwest ISD

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 →

Alexis Canas

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

Planning, SEL

CONTENT AREA All Contents
Audience All Levels
TOPIC Technology

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

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

CONTENT AREA All Contents
Audience All Levels
TOPIC Technology

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

Texas Stevens

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

Planning, Professional Practices and Responsibilities

CONTENT AREA All Contents
Audience All Levels
TOPIC Differentiation

2:45pm CDT

Hands-On ADI Exploration: Unveiling 6th Grade Science Labs!

Experience 6th grade curriculum-embedded ADI labs firsthand during this interactive session. Gain insights into your students' perspectives as you participate in the labs, helping you better understand their needs and plan dynamic learning experiences.

Presenters

Helen Wright

Teacher, Northwest ISD

Courtney Toht

Secondary Science Instructional Coach

Tuesday July 23, 2024 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-117 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

Planning

CONTENT AREA Science
Audience Secondary

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

Holly Garza

BIL/ESL Instructional Coach, Northwest ISD

Dr. Richard Gómez Jr.

CEO, Gómez and Gómez Dual Language Consultants

Rosie Sandoval

Educational Consultant

Iris Gonzales

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

Planning, Instruction

CONTENT AREA All Contents
Audience All Levels
TOPIC Content Literacy

2:45pm CDT

RTC's and D&C

We will take a look at the Recuring Themes and Concepts that are coming with the the new science TEKS and how they relate to our Depth and Complexity that we are already using in science!

Presenters

Amy Finn

Tuesday July 23, 2024 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-103 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

Planning, Instruction

CONTENT AREA Science
Audience Elementary
TOPIC Instructional Strategies
GT UPDATE GT Update

2:45pm CDT

Team USA: The GT Olympics

Go for the Gold! Step onto the podium of excellence with our Olympic-themed session tailored for teachers that work with gifted students. Join us as we explore strategies, techniques, and resources to help educators coach their gifted students to reach their full potential and achieve greatness.

Presenters

Kelli Mitchell

GT Specialist, Northwest ISD

Kimberly Morgan

Northwest ISD

Laura Taylor Dunn

GT Specialist K-5, Curtis Elementary, Northwest ISD

I have been teaching since 2000. I have taught 2nd grade, 5th grade ELA/SS and I am currently a GT Specialist. I started teaching at Dove Elementary in GCISD and I have taught at Peterson Elementary, Haslet Elementary and now Curtis Elementary. I am married to Nate Dunn, who teaches... Read More →

Tammy Krieger

Gifted & Talented Specialist, Clara Love ES

Kristen Dixon

Elementary Gifted and Talented Specialist, Northwest ISD

Caitlin Andrews

GT Specialist, Northwest ISD

Caitlin Andrews is a GT Specialist in Northwest ISD with over 14 years of experience in providing gifted services in both self-contained and pull-out classrooms. She is advocate for twice-exceptional students, a passion that has only grown since her own son was identified as dyslexic... Read More →

Rachel Pruitt

Katie Delgado

GT Specialist

Lindsey Hart

Gifted and Talented Specialist at Lance Thompson

Lisa Degnan

GT Specialist, Northwest ISD

Lisa Degnan is a GT Specialist and advocate for gifted students in Northwest ISD.

Maegan Del Curto

GT Specialist, Berkshire Elementary

Hi! My name is Maegan Del Curto. I am completing my 8th year in public school but have been teaching since 2006. I love to spend time with my family, I am an avid reader, and love to travel. I am passionate about teaching and love to create engaging lessons for diverse learners. I... Read More →

Krysta Kick

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

Planning, Instruction

CONTENT AREA All Contents
Audience Elementary
TOPIC Differentiation
GT UPDATE GT Update

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.

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