11:00-12:00
11:00-12:00
Char Evanson
Secret Stories
Learn how to utilize secret stories to boost student's understanding of phonics sounds in a fun and engaging way.
Room #139
Kate Fay
Introduction to Collaborative Problem Solving
Join us for a brief introduction to the Collaborative Problem Solving model, which is a trauma-informed and evidence-based approach to understanding and helping kids with challenging behaviors. Participants will learn the CPS philosophy and an overview of key components that teach a more empathic and accurate understanding of what causes behavior challenges.
Room #228
Erin Hanson
HSD Behavior Framework
Join us for an introduction to the HSD Behavior Support Framework—a K-6 system designed to ensure consistent, equitable, and culturally responsive behavior supports while allowing flexibility for your school’s unique needs. We’ll explore the three tiers of support within MTSS, share strategies and tools for responding to common behaviors, and highlight ways to align with district values, Restorative Practices, and PLCs. This session will equip you with practical ideas, data tools, and collaborative structures to strengthen behavior support for all students.
Room #135
Jessie Martin
Student Goal Setting for LTELs
Learning how to write goals with and for EL students and how to track data to hold kids accountable for their learning and growth. (This session is beneficial for 3rd-6th teachers, especially EL Specialists. Middle school EL specialists could also benefit.)
Room #136
Dawn Wilson & Ashley Wyka
Special Education Down and Dirty
Eligibilities, Discipline, Sped vs 504, Accommodations and Modifications, General Education Teachers Role and Responsibilities, Referrals for Special Education/SSP Process and Tips for Support.
Room #230
Patty Tiburcio
Lexia English for Newcomers
Learn how to implement Lexia English and how to create small-group and whole-group lessons.
Room #233
Jessica Lowry
Intro to Restorative Practices
Restorative practices provide a powerful opportunity to promote an equitable environment for all students in relationship building, alternatives to traditional disciplinary methods, SEL, increased empathy and understanding, improved school climate, and a reduction in repeated harmful behavior.
Room #234
Participants are encouraged to bring their own device for these presentations
Avra Robinson
Supporting English Learners 3 with Kami
Did you realize that Kami is more than just a tool for annotating PDF files? Kami offers an all-in-one environment for creating differentiated, interactive activities with a wide variety of scaffolds to help students be successful. From translation to audio and video recording, there are so many ways for language learning to be successful. This session will explore how teachers can create assignments with Google Classroom and then give quick and easy feedback - in writing and verbally! This hands-on session will provide tons of new ideas and resources for teachers to kick off the next school year! From collaboration to differentiated instruction, Kami has something for everyone!
Room #132
Meg Goliday
Level 1: Org. Admin Essentials in MagicSchool - Prompting, Tools, and Output Management
instructional technology coordinators to introduce them to the MagicSchool AI platform through a leadership-focused lens. Participants explore how AI can streamline administrative and instructional tasks, including newsletter creation, walkthrough rubrics, and differentiated planning support. The session provides hands-on opportunities to write and modify prompts, navigate platform tools, and organize and share resources. Emphasis is placed on how leaders can model safe, effective AI use and integrate MagicSchool into PD, PLCs, and schoolwide initiatives.
Room #240/242
Clarity in Action: From Learning Objectives to Student Talk
Explore how the formative assessment process can make student learning more visible, focused, and effective—especially for Multilingual Learners (MLLs). Through a hands-on simulation, participants will experience key formative assessment practices that support clarity and engagement. Discover how to move from clear, student-friendly content and language objectives to creating aligned success criteria and promoting purposeful student talk. Walk away with practical tools to help learners articulate what they are learning, how they are learning it, and what success looks like.
Room: Auditorium