Location:
2nd Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Alicia Whitaker
Librarian, VSABMS
Target Audience
Elementary/Middle/High School Teachers
Max Participants:
25
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
Provides training on library programs collaboration to support student learning and development.
Location:
Presenter:
Grade Level:
Max Participants:
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
Location:
2nd Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Alicia Whitaker
Librarian, VSABMS
Target Audience:
Elementary/Middle/High School Teachers
Max Participants:
20
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
Provides training on library programs collaboration to support student learning and development.
Location:
Presenter:
Grade Level:
Max Participants:
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
Location:
2nd Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Alicia Whitaker
Librarian, VSABMS
Target Audience:
Elementary/Middle/High School Teachers
Max Participants:
20
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
Provides training on library programs collaboration to support student learning and development.
Location: 1st Floor Gallery
Presenter:
Fu'una Sanz
Teacher, Faneyakan CHAmoru Program (PCLES)
Target Audience
Elementary/Middle/High School Teachers
&
CHam. Lang * Culture Teachers (Pre-K to 12th Teachers)
Max Participants:
20
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
This professional development session shares key takeaways from the 2025 World Indigenous Peoples Conference on Education. Participants will discuss the importance of indigenous learning environments and reflect on how to promote place-based learning in their teachings. Using practical strategies to integrate indigenous perspectives, participants will create sample lesson plans to implement in the classroom. Grounded in the context of Guam and CHamoru education, this session encourages educators to move beyond isolated cultural activities toward daily practices that honor Indigenous knowledge systems, relationships, and ways of learning.
Location:
Presenter:
Grade Level:
Max Participants:
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
Location: 1st Floor Gallery
Presenter:
Fu'una Sanz
Teacher, Faneyakan CHAmoru Program (PCLES)
Target Audience:
Elementary/Middle/High School Teachers
&
CHam. Lang * Culture Teachers (Pre-K to 12th Teachers)
Max Participants:
20
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
This professional development session shares key takeaways from the 2025 World Indigenous Peoples Conference on Education. Participants will discuss the importance of indigenous learning environments and reflect on how to promote place-based learning in their teachings. Using practical strategies to integrate indigenous perspectives, participants will create sample lesson plans to implement in the classroom. Grounded in the context of Guam and CHamoru education, this session encourages educators to move beyond isolated cultural activities toward daily practices that honor Indigenous knowledge systems, relationships, and ways of learning.
Location:
2nd Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Alicia Whitaker
Librarian, VSABMS
Target Audience:
Elementary/Middle/High School Teachers
Max Participants:
20
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
Provides training on library programs collaboration to support student learning and development.
Location:
Presenter:
Grade Level:
Max Participants:
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
Location: 1st Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Mary Grace Abad
Math Teacher, LPUMS
Target Audience:
Elementary/Middle/High School Teachers
Instructional Coaches, School Administrators
Max Participants:
20
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
This two-day professional development series is designed to equip teachers employed at schools with a current IXL subscription with the knowledge and practical skills needed to effectively implement IXL Learning in the classroom. Participants will explore how IXL can support differentiated instruction, personalized learning, student engagement, and data-driven decision-making across grade levels and content areas.
Location:
2nd Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Alicia Whitaker
Librarian, VSABMS
Target Audience:
Elementary/Middle/High School Teachers
Max Participants:
20
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
Provides training on library programs collaboration to support student learning and development.
Location:
2nd Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Matilda Rivera
ESL Teacher/Coordinator
Target Audience:
CHamoru Language & Culture Teachers, Pre-K to 12th (All Grade Levels)
Max Participants:
10
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
This presentation explores how educational technology can support literacy development in multicultural classrooms through the use of class blogs and online ESL anthologies. Participants will learn how blogs can create meaningful, technology-rich learning environments that empower English Language Learners by integrating language arts, literature, creativity, and digital literacy skills into authentic classroom experiences.
Location:
1st Floor Conference
Presenter:
Fu'una Sanz
Teacher, Faneyakan CHAmoru Program (PCLES)
Target Audience:
Elementary/Middle/High School Teachers
&
CHam. Lang * Culture Teachers (Pre-K to 12th Teachers)
Max Participants:
20
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
This professional development session shares key takeaways from the 2025 World Indigenous Peoples Conference on Education. Participants will discuss the importance of indigenous learning environments and reflect on how to promote place-based learning in their teachings. Using practical strategies to integrate indigenous perspectives, participants will create sample lesson plans to implement in the classroom. Grounded in the context of Guam and CHamoru education, this session encourages educators to move beyond isolated cultural activities toward daily practices that honor Indigenous knowledge systems, relationships, and ways of learning.
Location:
2nd Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Matilda Rivera
ESL Teacher/Coordinator
Target Audience:
CHamoru Language & Culture Teachers, Pre-K to 12th (All Grade Levels)
Max Participants:
10
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
This presentation explores how educational technology can support literacy development in multicultural classrooms through the use of class blogs and online ESL anthologies. Participants will learn how blogs can create meaningful, technology-rich learning environments that empower English Language Learners by integrating language arts, literature, creativity, and digital literacy skills into authentic classroom experiences.
Location:
2nd Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Jimmy Santos
Administrator, CHamoru Studies Division
Target Audience:
Elementary/Middle/High School Teachers, CHamoru Language & Culture Teachers, Instructional Coaches, School Administrators (All grade levels)
Max Participants:
20
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
World Indigenous Nations Higher Education Consortium (WINHEC) This Finaiche'cho' will orient interested educators of what an Indigenous Accreditation looks like aligned with the WINHEC Accreditation Handbook. The CHamoru Studies Division will lead this professional learning. Additionally this Finaiche’cho’ will highlight the process and progress of our journey with WINHEC.
Location:
1st Floor Conference
Presenter:
Vito Calvo, Jr
ESL Coordinator, C&I
Target Audience:
Instructional Coaches, School Administrators, Pre-K to 12th (All Grade Levels)
Max Participants:
40
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
This two-day professional development for K-12 educators in the Guam Department of Education will introduce the new GDOE AI Use Policy and support teachers in the safe, ethical, and effective use of AI in education. Participants will explore AI literacy, academic integrity, data privacy, digital citizenship, and practical classroom applications of AI tools across grade levels and content areas. Teachers will leave with a stronger understanding of district expectations and strategies for responsible AI integration to support teacher and learning.
Location:
2nd Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Jimmy Santos
Administrator, CHamoru Studies Division
Target Audience:
Elementary/Middle/High School Teachers
&
CHam. Lang * Culture Teachers (Pre-K to 12th Teachers)
Max Participants:
20
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
World Indigenous Nations Higher Education Consortium (WINHEC) This Finaiche'cho' will orient interested educators of what an Indigenous Accreditation looks like aligned with the WINHEC Accreditation Handbook. The CHamoru Studies Division will lead this professional learning. Additionally this Finaiche’cho’ will highlight the process and progress of our journey with WINHEC.
Location:
3rd Floor Conference
Presenter:
Fu'una Sanz
Teacher, Faneyakan CHAmoru Program (PCLES)
Target Audience:
Elementary/Middle/High School Teachers
&
CHam. Lang * Culture Teachers (Pre-K to 12th Teachers)
Max Participants:
20
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
This professional development session shares key takeaways from the 2025 World Indigenous Peoples Conference on Education. Participants will discuss the importance of indigenous learning environments and reflect on how to promote place-based learning in their teachings. Using practical strategies to integrate indigenous perspectives, participants will create sample lesson plans to implement in the classroom. Grounded in the context of Guam and CHamoru education, this session encourages educators to move beyond isolated cultural activities toward daily practices that honor Indigenous knowledge systems, relationships, and ways of learning.
Location:
1st Floor Conference
Presenter:
Vito Calvo, Jr
ESL Coordinator, C&I
Target Audience:
Instructional Coaches, School Administrators, Pre-K to 12th (All Grade Levels)
Max Participants:
40
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
This two-day professional development for K-12 educators in the Guam Department of Education will introduce the new GDOE AI Use Policy and support teachers in the safe, ethical, and effective use of AI in education. Participants will explore AI literacy, academic integrity, data privacy, digital citizenship, and practical classroom applications of AI tools across grade levels and content areas. Teachers will leave with a stronger understanding of district expectations and strategies for responsible AI integration to support teacher and learning.
Location: 1st Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Jo Ann Chargualaf
Instructional Coach, C&I
Target Audience:
Elementary/Middle/High School Teachers
Instructional Coaches, School Administrators
Max Participants:
20
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
This two-day professional development series is designed to equip teachers employed at schools with a current IXL subscription with the knowledge and practical skills needed to effectively implement IXL Learning in the classroom. Participants will explore how IXL can support differentiated instruction, personalized learning, student engagement, and data-driven decision-making across grade levels and content areas.
Location:
1st Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Matilda Rivera
ESL Teacher/Coordinator
Target Audience:
CHamoru Language & Culture Teachers, Pre-K to 12th (All Grade Levels)
Max Participants:
10
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
This presentation explores how educational technology can support literacy development in multicultural classrooms through the use of class blogs and online ESL anthologies. Participants will learn how blogs can create meaningful, technology-rich learning environments that empower English Language Learners by integrating language arts, literature, creativity, and digital literacy skills into authentic classroom experiences.
Location:
2nd Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Cassandra-Jay Young
SpEd Teacher
Target Audience:
Max Participants:
20
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
We will unpack evidence-based high-leverage practices (HLPs) for students with different abilities, review specially designed instruction in action through explicit instruction, and intentionally use techniques to increase student outcome.
Location:
1st Floor Conference
Presenter:
Alex Garrido
District Science Specialist, C&I
Target Audience:
Instructional Coaches, School Administrators, Pre-K to 12th (All Grade Levels)
Max Participants:
40
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
This two-day professional development for K-12 educators in the Guam Department of Education will introduce the new GDOE AI Use Policy and support teachers in the safe, ethical, and effective use of AI in education. Participants will explore AI literacy, academic integrity, data privacy, digital citizenship, and practical classroom applications of AI tools across grade levels and content areas. Teachers will leave with a stronger understanding of district expectations and strategies for responsible AI integration to support teacher and learning.
Location:
2nd Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Cassandra-Jay Young
SpEd Teacher
Target Audience:
Max Participants:
20
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
We will unpack evidence-based high-leverage practices (HLPs) for students with different abilities, review specially designed instruction in action through explicit instruction, and intentionally use techniques to increase student outcome.
Location:
1st Floor Conference
Presenter:
Alex Garrido
District Science Specialist, C&I
Target Audience:
Instructional Coaches, School Administrators, Pre-K to 12th (All Grade Levels)
Max Participants:
40
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
This two-day professional development for K-12 educators in the Guam Department of Education will introduce the new GDOE AI Use Policy and support teachers in the safe, ethical, and effective use of AI in education. Participants will explore AI literacy, academic integrity, data privacy, digital citizenship, and practical classroom applications of AI tools across grade levels and content areas. Teachers will leave with a stronger understanding of district expectations and strategies for responsible AI integration to support teacher and learning.
Location:
2nd Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Cassandra-Jay Young
SpEd Teacher
Target Audience:
Max Participants:
20
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
We will unpack evidence-based high-leverage practices (HLPs) for students with different abilities, review specially designed instruction in action through explicit instruction, and intentionally use techniques to increase student outcome.
Location:
1st Floor Gallery
Presenter:
Elaine Cortez
Teacher
Target Audience:
Open to All
Max Participants:
20
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
This one day course will explore how to center student identity in data science by using the Dear Data Project as a model for culturally relevant inquiry. Participants will learn how to source meaningful datasets and leverage CODAP dynamic analysis, transforming raw numbers into compelling, visual rich stories using Canva. Participants will discover practical strategies for making data science both accessible and deeply resonant or every K-12 learner.
Location: 2nd Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Via Justine De Fant
Social Studies Textbook Project Manager
Target Audience:
Elementary Teachers
Max Participants:
20
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
This course presents a unique opportunity for First Grade teachers to participate in the execution of GDOE's first-ever, locally developed and published social studies textbooks and instructional resources. Teachers will review locally and regionally relevant First Grade social studies curriculum presented in a forthcoming textbook and create lesson plans for the four units featured in the textbook. These lesson plans will be published on an online teacher resource library intended to support the successful implementation of this exciting new curriculum.
Location:
2nd Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Cassandra-Jay Young
SpEd Teacher
Target Audience:
Max Participants:
20
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
We will unpack evidence-based high-leverage practices (HLPs) for students with different abilities, review specially designed instruction in action through explicit instruction, and intentionally use techniques to increase student outcome.
Location:
1st Floor Gallery
Presenter:
Elaine Cortez
Teacher
Target Audience:
Open to All
Max Participants:
20
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
This one day course will explore how to center student identity in data science by using the Dear Data Project as a model for culturally relevant inquiry. Participants will learn how to source meaningful datasets and leverage CODAP dynamic analysis, transforming raw numbers into compelling, visual rich stories using Canva. Participants will discover practical strategies for making data science both accessible and deeply resonant or every K-12 learner.
Location: 1st Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Via Justine De Fant
Social Studies Textbook Project Manager
Target Audience:
Elementary Teachers
Max Participants:
20
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
This course presents a unique opportunity for First Grade teachers to participate in the execution of GDOE's first-ever, locally developed and published social studies textbooks and instructional resources. Teachers will review locally and regionally relevant First Grade social studies curriculum presented in a forthcoming textbook and create lesson plans for the four units featured in the textbook. These lesson plans will be published on an online teacher resource library intended to support the successful implementation of this exciting new curriculum.
Location: 1st Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Jo Ann Chargualaf
Instructional Coach, C&I
Mary Grace Abad
Math Teacher, LPUMS
Target Audience:
Elementary/Middle/High School Teachers
Instructional Coaches, School Administrators
Max Participants:
20
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
This two-day professional development series is designed to equip teachers employed at schools with a current IXL subscription with the knowledge and practical skills needed to effectively implement IXL Learning in the classroom. Participants will explore how IXL can support differentiated instruction, personalized learning, student engagement, and data-driven decision-making across grade levels and content areas.
Location: 1st Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Via Justine De Fant
Social Studies Textbook Project Manager
Target Audience:
Elementary Teachers
Max Participants:
20
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
This course presents a unique opportunity for First Grade teachers to participate in the execution of GDOE's first-ever, locally developed and published social studies textbooks and instructional resources. Teachers will review locally and regionally relevant First Grade social studies curriculum presented in a forthcoming textbook and create lesson plans for the four units featured in the textbook. These lesson plans will be published on an online teacher resource library intended to support the successful implementation of this exciting new curriculum.
Location: 1st Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Rufina Mendiola
CHamoru Language and Culture Teacher, Faneyakan CHamoru (PCLES)
Target Audience:
Elementary Teachers, Cham. Lang & Cult. Teachers
Instructional Coaches, Lang. Immersion Teachers
Max Participants:
20
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
This professional development session is designed to support educators in implementing culturally responsive, language rich, and student-centered instructional practices within K-2 CHamoru immersion and elementary classrooms. Grounded in the "Inagofli'e'" spirit and the values of CHamoru culture, the training focuses on practical strategies that strengthen language development, and cross-curricular integration. Participants will explore effective immersion techniques, culturally relevant instructional methods, hands-on learning experiences, and formative assessment strategies that can be immediately applied in classroom settings. Through modeling, collaboration, demonstrations, and interactive activities, educators will gain tools and resources to create meaningful learning environment that promote student identity, language development, and academic success.
Location: 3rd Floor Conference Room (Kinder)
Presenter:
Victoria-Lola Leon Guerrero
Director of Publishing, University of Guam Press
Target Audience:
Elementary Teachers (K-5)
Max Participants:
20
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
This course presents a unique opportunity for Kindergarten teachers to participate in the execution of GDOE's first-ever, locally developed and published social studies textbooks and instructional resources. Teachers will review locally and regionally relevant Kindergarten social studies curriculum presented in two large flipbooks and an accompanying student activity workbook and create lesson plans for the four units featured in these resources. These lesson plans will be published on an online teacher resource library intended to support the successful implementation of this exciting new curriculum.
Location: 2nd Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Via Justine De Fant
Social Studies Textbook Project Manager
Target Audience:
Elementary Teachers
Max Participants:
20
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
This course presents a unique opportunity for First Grade teachers to participate in the execution of GDOE's first-ever, locally developed and published social studies textbooks and instructional resources. Teachers will review locally and regionally relevant First Grade social studies curriculum presented in a forthcoming textbook and create lesson plans for the four units featured in the textbook. These lesson plans will be published on an online teacher resource library intended to support the successful implementation of this exciting new curriculum.
Location:
1st Floor Gallery
Presenter:
Cassandra-Jay Young
SpEd Teacher
Target Audience:
Max Participants:
20
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
We will unpack evidence-based high-leverage practices (HLPs) for students with different abilities, review specially designed instruction in action through explicit instruction, and intentionally use techniques to increase student outcome.
Location: 1st Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Rufina Mendiola
CHamoru Language and Culture Teacher, Faneyakan CHamoru (PCLES)
Target Audience:
Elementary Teachers, Cham. Lang & Cult. Teachers
Instructional Coaches, Lang. Immersion Teachers
Max Participants:
20
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
This professional development session is designed to support educators in implementing culturally responsive, language rich, and student-centered instructional practices within K-2 CHamoru immersion and elementary classrooms. Grounded in the "Inagofli'e'" spirit and the values of CHamoru culture, the training focuses on practical strategies that strengthen language development, and cross-curricular integration. Participants will explore effective immersion techniques, culturally relevant instructional methods, hands-on learning experiences, and formative assessment strategies that can be immediately applied in classroom settings. Through modeling, collaboration, demonstrations, and interactive activities, educators will gain tools and resources to create meaningful learning environment that promote student identity, language development, and academic success.
Location: 1st Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Victoria-Lola Leon Guerrero
Director of Publishing, University of Guam Press
Target Audience:
Elementary Teachers (K-5)
Max Participants:
20
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
This course presents a unique opportunity for Kindergarten teachers to participate in the execution of GDOE's first-ever, locally developed and published social studies textbooks and instructional resources. Teachers will review locally and regionally relevant Kindergarten social studies curriculum presented in two large flipbooks and an accompanying student activity workbook and create lesson plans for the four units featured in these resources. These lesson plans will be published on an online teacher resource library intended to support the successful implementation of this exciting new curriculum.
Location: 1st Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Rufina Mendiola
CHamoru Language and Culture Teacher, Faneyakan CHamoru (PCLES)
Target Audience:
Elementary Teachers, Cham. Lang & Cult. Teachers
Instructional Coaches, Lang. Immersion Teachers
Max Participants:
20
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
This professional development session is designed to support educators in implementing culturally responsive, language rich, and student-centered instructional practices within K-2 CHamoru immersion and elementary classrooms. Grounded in the "Inagofli'e'" spirit and the values of CHamoru culture, the training focuses on practical strategies that strengthen language development, and cross-curricular integration. Participants will explore effective immersion techniques, culturally relevant instructional methods, hands-on learning experiences, and formative assessment strategies that can be immediately applied in classroom settings. Through modeling, collaboration, demonstrations, and interactive activities, educators will gain tools and resources to create meaningful learning environment that promote student identity, language development, and academic success.
Location: 3rd Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Victoria-Lola Leon Guerrero
Director of Publishing, University of Guam Press
Target Audience:
Elementary Teachers (K-5)
Max Participants:
20
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
This course presents a unique opportunity for Kindergarten teachers to participate in the execution of GDOE's first-ever, locally developed and published social studies textbooks and instructional resources. Teachers will review locally and regionally relevant Kindergarten social studies curriculum presented in two large flipbooks and an accompanying student activity workbook and create lesson plans for the four units featured in these resources. These lesson plans will be published on an online teacher resource library intended to support the successful implementation of this exciting new curriculum.
Location:
1st Floor Gallery
Presenter:
Alicia Whitaker
Librarian, VSABMS
Target Audience:
Elementary/Middle/High School Teachers
Max Participants:
20
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
Provides training on library programs collaboration to support student learning and development.
Location:
2nd Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Fu'una Sanz
Teacher, Faneyakan CHAmoru Program (PCLES)
Target Audience:
Elementary/Middle/High School Teachers
&
CHam. Lang * Culture Teachers (Pre-K to 12th Teachers)
Max Participants:
20
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
This professional development session shares key takeaways from the 2025 World Indigenous Peoples Conference on Education. Participants will discuss the importance of indigenous learning environments and reflect on how to promote place-based learning in their teachings. Using practical strategies to integrate indigenous perspectives, participants will create sample lesson plans to implement in the classroom. Grounded in the context of Guam and CHamoru education, this session encourages educators to move beyond isolated cultural activities toward daily practices that honor Indigenous knowledge systems, relationships, and ways of learning.
Location: 1st Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Rufina Mendiola
CHamoru Language and Culture Teacher, Faneyakan CHamoru (PCLES)
Target Audience:
Elementary Teachers, Cham. Lang & Cult. Teachers
Instructional Coaches, Lang. Immersion Teachers
Max Participants:
20
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
This professional development session is designed to support educators in implementing culturally responsive, language rich, and student-centered instructional practices within K-2 CHamoru immersion and elementary classrooms. Grounded in the "Inagofli'e'" spirit and the values of CHamoru culture, the training focuses on practical strategies that strengthen language development, and cross-curricular integration. Participants will explore effective immersion techniques, culturally relevant instructional methods, hands-on learning experiences, and formative assessment strategies that can be immediately applied in classroom settings. Through modeling, collaboration, demonstrations, and interactive activities, educators will gain tools and resources to create meaningful learning environment that promote student identity, language development, and academic success.
Location: 3rd Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Victoria-Lola Leon Guerrero
Director of Publishing, University of Guam Press
Target Audience:
Elementary Teachers (K-5)
Max Participants:
20
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
This course presents a unique opportunity for Kindergarten teachers to participate in the execution of GDOE's first-ever, locally developed and published social studies textbooks and instructional resources. Teachers will review locally and regionally relevant Kindergarten social studies curriculum presented in two large flipbooks and an accompanying student activity workbook and create lesson plans for the four units featured in these resources. These lesson plans will be published on an online teacher resource library intended to support the successful implementation of this exciting new curriculum.
Location:
1st Floor Gallery
Presenter:
Alicia Whitaker
Librarian, VSABMS
Target Audience:
Elementary/Middle/High School Teachers
Max Participants:
20
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
Provides training on library programs collaboration to support student learning and development.
Location:
2nd Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Fu'una Sanz
Teacher, Faneyakan CHAmoru Program (PCLES)
Target Audience:
Elementary/Middle/High School Teachers
&
CHam. Lang * Culture Teachers (Pre-K to 12th Teachers)
Max Participants:
20
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
This professional development session shares key takeaways from the 2025 World Indigenous Peoples Conference on Education. Participants will discuss the importance of indigenous learning environments and reflect on how to promote place-based learning in their teachings. Using practical strategies to integrate indigenous perspectives, participants will create sample lesson plans to implement in the classroom. Grounded in the context of Guam and CHamoru education, this session encourages educators to move beyond isolated cultural activities toward daily practices that honor Indigenous knowledge systems, relationships, and ways of learning.
Location:
2nd Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Eloise Sanchez
Target Audience:
Elementary Teachers (K-3), ECE Educators
Max Participants:
25
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
This course assists the participants in developing various effective instructional strategies for school readiness. The four modules to be presented include: 1. Developmentally Appropriate Practices in ECE; 2. The impact of Social & Emotional Learning; and 3. Developmental stages of Play.
Location: 3rd Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Victoria-Lola Leon Guerrero
Director of Publishing, University of Guam Press
Target Audience:
Elementary Teachers (K-5)
Max Participants:
20
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
This course presents a unique opportunity for Kindergarten teachers to participate in the execution of GDOE's first-ever, locally developed and published social studies textbooks and instructional resources. Teachers will review locally and regionally relevant Kindergarten social studies curriculum presented in two large flipbooks and an accompanying student activity workbook and create lesson plans for the four units featured in these resources. These lesson plans will be published on an online teacher resource library intended to support the successful implementation of this exciting new curriculum.
Location: 2nd Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Eloise Sanchez
Target Audience:
Elementary Teachers (K-3), ECE Educators
Max Participants:
25
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
This course assists the participants in developing various effective instructional strategies for school readiness. The four modules to be presented include: 1. Developmentally Appropriate Practices in ECE; 2. The impact of Social & Emotional Learning; and 3. Developmental stages of Play.
Location: 3rd Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Charina Valencia
Science Teacher, FBLGMS
Dianna Payumo
Teacher, FBLGMS
Target Audience:
All Grade Levels
Max Participants:
25
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
This Social Emotional Learning (SEL) presentation will cover strategies for teachers to use in their classrooms to help with students to express and navigate their social and emotional health. This presentation will include strategies learned from the Innovative Teaching Strategies Conference by Innovative School Summit. This session will be interactive and will encourage collaboration between participants.
Location: 2nd Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Eloise Sanchez
Target Audience:
Elementary Teachers (K-3), ECE Educators
Max Participants:
25
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
This course assists the participants in developing various effective instructional strategies for school readiness. The four modules to be presented include: 1. Developmentally Appropriate Practices in ECE; 2. The impact of Social & Emotional Learning; and 3. Developmental stages of Play.
Location: Gallery
Presenter:
Rufina Mendiola
CHamoru Language and Culture Teacher, Faneyakan CHamoru (PCLES)
Target Audience:
Elementary Teachers, Cham. Lang & Cult. Teachers
Instructional Coaches, Lang. Immersion Teachers
Max Participants:
20
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
This professional development session is designed to support educators in implementing culturally responsive, language rich, and student-centered instructional practices within K-2 CHamoru immersion and elementary classrooms. Grounded in the "Inagofli'e'" spirit and the values of CHamoru culture, the training focuses on practical strategies that strengthen language development, and cross-curricular integration. Participants will explore effective immersion techniques, culturally relevant instructional methods, hands-on learning experiences, and formative assessment strategies that can be immediately applied in classroom settings. Through modeling, collaboration, demonstrations, and interactive activities, educators will gain tools and resources to create meaningful learning environment that promote student identity, language development, and academic success.
Location:
1st Floor Gallery
Presenter:
Fu'una Sanz
Teacher, Faneyakan CHAmoru Program (PCLES)
Target Audience:
Elementary/Middle/High School Teachers
&
CHam. Lang * Culture Teachers (Pre-K to 12th Teachers)
Max Participants:
20
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
This professional development session shares key takeaways from the 2025 World Indigenous Peoples Conference on Education. Participants will discuss the importance of indigenous learning environments and reflect on how to promote place-based learning in their teachings. Using practical strategies to integrate indigenous perspectives, participants will create sample lesson plans to implement in the classroom. Grounded in the context of Guam and CHamoru education, this session encourages educators to move beyond isolated cultural activities toward daily practices that honor Indigenous knowledge systems, relationships, and ways of learning.
Location: 2nd Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Eloise Sanchez
Target Audience:
Elementary Teachers (K-3), ECE Educators
Max Participants:
25
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
This course assists the PreK-3 Education teachers in facilitating and developing the integration of literacy in the classroom for students from PreK through Third Grade. The course will introduce the various applications and techniques to enhance literacy in the three areas: Encouraging Literacy through Authorship; Family Engagement through Literacy; and Literacy in Action.
Location: 3rd Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Charina Valencia
Science Teacher, FBLGMS
Diana Payumo
Teacher, FBLGMS
Target Audience:
All Grade Levels
Max Participants:
25
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Synopsis:
"This presentation will introduce and elaborate on the different Kagan Strategies that can be used in the classroom across all grade levels and subject areas. We will introduce the history of where Kagan strategies started and how both students and teachers benefit from these practices. Participants will be engaging in different strategies that require collaboration and movement. These strategies are intended to be used all throughout the school year to help with students’ knowledge retention, content review and brainstorming."
Location:
2nd Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Fu'una Sanz
Teacher, Faneyakan CHAmoru Program (PCLES)
Target Audience:
Elementary/Middle/High School Teachers
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CHam. Lang * Culture Teachers (Pre-K to 12th Teachers)
Max Participants:
20
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Synopsis:
This professional development session shares key takeaways from the 2025 World Indigenous Peoples Conference on Education. Participants will discuss the importance of indigenous learning environments and reflect on how to promote place-based learning in their teachings. Using practical strategies to integrate indigenous perspectives, participants will create sample lesson plans to implement in the classroom. Grounded in the context of Guam and CHamoru education, this session encourages educators to move beyond isolated cultural activities toward daily practices that honor Indigenous knowledge systems, relationships, and ways of learning.
Location:
1st Floor Gallery
Presenter:
Alicia Whitaker
Librarian, VSABMS
Target Audience:
Elementary/Middle/High School Teachers
Max Participants:
20
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Synopsis:
Provides training on library programs collaboration to support student learning and development.
Location:
3rd Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Elaine Cortez
Teacher
Target Audience:
Open to All
Max Participants:
20
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Synopsis:
In this one day course, participants will discover how to transform their classroom into an interactive game design lab that bridges computer science with any subject area. Participants will explore the power of MakeCode Arcade as an engaging, hands-on platform that empowers students to demonstrate mastery through interactive digital storytelling and game mechanics. You will walk away with practical strategies to design and implement your own interdisciplinary projects, proving that coding is a dynamic tool for learning across the K-12 curriculum. No coding experience required.
Location:
3rd Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Elaine Cortez
Teacher
Target Audience:
Open to All
Max Participants:
20
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Synopsis:
In this one day course, participants will discover how to transform their classroom into an interactive game design lab that bridges computer science with any subject area. Participants will explore the power of MakeCode Arcade as an engaging, hands-on platform that empowers students to demonstrate mastery through interactive digital storytelling and game mechanics. You will walk away with practical strategies to design and implement your own interdisciplinary projects, proving that coding is a dynamic tool for learning across the K-12 curriculum. No coding experience required.
Location:
1st Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Laura
Target Audience:
Max Participants:
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Synopsis:
Location: 2nd Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Eloise Sanchez
Target Audience:
Elementary Teachers (K-3), ECE Educators
Max Participants:
25
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Synopsis:
This course assists the PreK-3 Education teachers in facilitating and developing the integration of literacy in the classroom for students from PreK through Third Grade. The course will introduce the various applications and techniques to enhance literacy in the three areas: Encouraging Literacy through Authorship; Family Engagement through Literacy; and Literacy in Action.
Location:
1st Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Laura
Target Audience:
Max Participants:
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Synopsis:
Location: 2nd Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Eloise Sanchez
Target Audience:
Elementary Teachers (K-3), ECE Educators
Max Participants:
25
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Synopsis:
This course assists the PreK-3 Education teachers in facilitating and developing the integration of literacy in the classroom for students from PreK through Third Grade. The course will introduce the various applications and techniques to enhance literacy in the three areas: Encouraging Literacy through Authorship; Family Engagement through Literacy; and Literacy in Action.
Location:
1st Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Laura
Target Audience:
Max Participants:
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Synopsis:
Location:
2nd Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Eloise Sanchez
Target Audience:
K-3 Teachers
ECE Educators
Max Participants:
25
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Synopsis:
This course assists the prospective educator in the use of integrated curriculum as an instructional strategy to teach Pre-K to 3rd grade Social Studies Standards through Place-Based Education
Location:
1st Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Laura
Target Audience:
Max Participants:
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Synopsis:
Location:
2nd Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Eloise Sanchez
Target Audience:
K-3 Teachers
ECE Educators
Max Participants:
25
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Synopsis:
This course assists the prospective educator in the use of integrated curriculum as an instructional strategy to teach Pre-K to 3rd grade Social Studies Standards through Place-Based Education
Location:
2nd Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Eloise Sanchez
Target Audience:
K-3 Teachers
ECE Educators
Max Participants:
25
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Synopsis:
This course assists the prospective educator in the use of integrated curriculum as an instructional strategy to teach Pre-K to 3rd grade Social Studies Standards through Place-Based Education
Location: 1st Floor Conference Room
Presenter:
Via Justine De Fant
Social Studies Textbook Project Manager
Target Audience:
Elementary Teachers
Max Participants:
20
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Synopsis:
This course presents a unique opportunity for First Grade teachers to participate in the execution of GDOE's first-ever, locally developed and published social studies textbooks and instructional resources. Teachers will review locally and regionally relevant First Grade social studies curriculum presented in a forthcoming textbook and create lesson plans for the four units featured in the textbook. These lesson plans will be published on an online teacher resource library intended to support the successful implementation of this exciting new curriculum.