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Tuesday, July 23
 

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

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

10:30am CDT

Youth Mental Health First Aid
YMHFA teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among children and adolescents. This course would benefit any educator K-12. YMHFA is the premier mental health program. It is not a lecture course. It is interactive with activites and discussions. This class is 6 1/2 hours, including pre-work, but you can earn 11 CPEs for it!

2 hours of pre-work online to be completed by July 18th and 4.5 hours at ENGAGE in-person. Pre-work will be available by noon on May 30th. Be watching for an email to register for Connect, the site that the pre-work is on. 

This session time includes an hour for lunch and built in breaks.
Please note that this session ends at 4:15pm. 

Presenters
avatar for Denise Lucas

Denise Lucas

MHFA Outreach Worker, Helen Farabee Centers
I have taught MHFA for over 11 years and it has been my full time job for 4 1/2 years. I am a LPC but continue to do this job because I love my job and this program. It is a passion and I just can't give it up yet.


Tuesday July 23, 2024 10:30am - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-231 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

10:30am CDT

Youth Mental Health First Aid
YMHFA teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among children and adolescents ages 12-18. This course would benefit any educator K-12.
2 hours of pre-work online to be completed by July 18th and 4.5 hours at ENGAGE in-person.

Presenters
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Heather Witzke

At Risk Counselor


Tuesday July 23, 2024 10:30am - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-246 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 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

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

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
avatar for Christie Hobbs

Christie Hobbs

General Counsel, Northwest ISD
avatar for Andie Tate

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

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

I'm a GT Specialist . . . Now What?
This session is the orientation for new elementary GT Specialists.

Presenters
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 1:00pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-109 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

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

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
 
Wednesday, July 24
 

8:30am CDT

Youth Mental Health First Aid
YMHFA teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among children and adolescents ages 12-18. This course would benefit any educator K-12.
2 hours of pre-work online to be completed by July 18th and 4.5 hours at ENGAGE in-person.

Presenters
avatar for Denise Lucas

Denise Lucas

MHFA Outreach Worker, Helen Farabee Centers
I have taught MHFA for over 11 years and it has been my full time job for 4 1/2 years. I am a LPC but continue to do this job because I love my job and this program. It is a passion and I just can't give it up yet.


Wednesday July 24, 2024 8:30am - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-202 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

8:30am CDT

Youth Mental Health First Aid
YMHFA teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among children and adolescents ages 12-18. This course would benefit any educator K-12.
2 hours of pre-work online to be completed by July 18th and 4.5 hours at ENGAGE in-person.


Wednesday July 24, 2024 8:30am - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-203 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

10:15am CDT

Not Your Typical Social Hour
Providing relevant, engaging and real time socials skills lesson that incorporates the social skills curriculum with play based activities/learning.


Wednesday July 24, 2024 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
BNHS AC-137 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

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
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


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

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
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 →
avatar for Audra Rowell

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

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
CB

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

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
avatar for Sunni Johnson

Sunni Johnson

Director of Curriculum, Northwest ISD
avatar for Stephanie Espinosa

Stephanie Espinosa

Executive Director for Teaching and Learning, Northwest ISD
Executive Director for Teaching and Learning
avatar for Jason Sanders

Jason Sanders

Director of Instructional Technology, Northwest ISD
tinyurl.com/Jason-DIT
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 →
avatar for Kelley Broughton

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

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
avatar for Amy Lawson

Amy Lawson

Principal


Wednesday July 24, 2024 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-204 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
 
Thursday, July 25
 

8:30am CDT

Youth Mental Health First Aid
YMHFA teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among children and adolescents ages 12-18. This course would benefit any educator K-12.
2 hours of pre-work online to be completed by July 18th and 4.5 hours at ENGAGE in-person.


Thursday July 25, 2024 8:30am - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-108 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA

10:15am CDT

2E and Beyond: Helping GT and Twice Exceptional Students Succeed
Twice Exceptional Students face a vairiety of challenges in life and education. GT students already face the challenge of cognitive dissonance, which is magnified when students are Gifted and have a learning disability. Come learn tools and strategies to help students succeed in your class.

Presenters
avatar for Maegan Del Curto

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 →


Thursday July 25, 2024 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
BNHS AC-113 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning, SEL

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

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

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
avatar for Sandra Dougherty

Sandra Dougherty

Northwest ISD


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


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