Sessions

Dive into the exciting intersection of School AI and Language Arts education in this engaging workshop. We'll explore SchoolAI's innovative features and how they can help enhance reading, writing, and critical analysis in your classroom.

English Language Arts (ELA)

Stacy Selk and Lori McCarty

Toolkit for Transformation: Navigating

Wit & Wisdom

Room 2525

Have you begun your journey teaching Wit & Wisdom? In this session, we'll travel beyond the basics and learn more about navigating our new ELA curriculum. We'll share lessons we've learned from studying the materials, creating resources, and seeing Wit & Wisdom in action. This session will help you as you plan and teach W&W this year. Together, we'll explore how to plan with slides and the toolkit, use partners effectively, and approach the writing opportunities in Wit & Wisdom. Whether you're new to Wit & Wisdom or looking to elevate your approach, this session will support you in your Wit & Wisdom journey.

Gifted and Talented (GT)

Taryn Cox

Exploring

Geodes

Kindergarten - Session 1

1st Grade - Session 2

2nd Grade - Session 3

Room 2528

Reading can open up new worlds for students by helping them build knowledge and sparking their curiosity. In this session we will explore Geodes® - information-rich books that provide emerging readers with an opportunity to build knowledge while practicing foundational reading skills. We will dive into the teacher resources, the modules, and the books that all K-2 teachers have access to. Learn how to flexibly incorporate Geodes® into your literacy instruction to better meet the needs of all your students, including your high-ability learners, by putting research-based best practices into action.

Gifted and Talented (GT)

Teresa Eldredge

Take the Plunge:

Crafting Deeper Questions

for Meaningful Learning

Room 2526

Dive deeper into questioning and discover the power of well-crafted questions. Learn how to quickly develop the most effective questions that inspire student thinking and foster deep learning. Participants will use a variety of free resources in this hands-on workshop to create powerful questions for all subject areas. Boost your questioning skills, inspire kids to learn, and transform your classroom!

Language and Culture Services (LCS)

Kathlynn Aragón

ML Supports

in

Tier 1 Instruction

Room 2603

Let’s help you engage and include your ML students within your lessons. In this session, we’ll explore Multilingual supports in different curriculum areas to help guide your tier 1 instruction. Analyzing WIDA reports, along with Can Do Descriptors can help you determine which strategies will be most beneficial for your ML students. Learn how small adjustments to a lesson can support language development and improve instruction for all learners.

Language and Culture Services (LCS)

Chelsey James

Multiple Perspectives

in

Wit and Wisdom

Room 2604

Worried about the possible cultural pitfalls as you teach Wit & Wisdom? Navigating topics surrounding history, prejudice, and the multiple perspectives in literature can be challenging for all of us. In this session, we will walk through concrete steps to help educators be prepared to teach the new curriculum with confidence. We will help you become more familiar with the resources provided for ML students within Wit & Wisdom, feel more prepared to tackle crucial conversations, and look at units within the curriculum to get more comfortable with topics you'll be addressing this year. Please bring any specific questions you might have involving language & culture within Wit & Wisdom.

Math

Amanda Williams and

Lauren Nalder

Using Games and Discussion to Engage Young Mathematicians

Room 2527

Games can help young learners access complex mathematical ideas. Intentional selection of those games is a way to strategically support students with specific skill development. When students discuss their strategic game play, teachers are also able to formatively assess and identify student strengths. In this session, we'll explore simple games and activities to address fluency development and build number sense.

Math

Stacey Osborne

Counting

It's Not As Easy as 1-2-3

Room 2529

In this session we will explore the five principles of counting and examine routines that lead to strong early numeracy skills for all students.

Science

Rachael Coleman

(*Session #1 only)

Proficiency

Based

Grading

Band Room

Curious how to use proficiency based grading with FOSS? Come see how to easily grade student work to match your report cards!

Science
Michelle Berg

(*Session #1 only)

Introduction to the

Science with Engineering Education (SEEd) Standards and Supportive Resources

Choir Room

Explore the latest updates to our state science standards and the revolutionary shifts in teaching expectations designed to foster student sensemaking. You will not want to miss this opportunity to learn how to transform and invigorate science instruction for your students.

Social Studies

Aimie Rizzuto

Little Citizens, Big Ideas: Shaping the Future in K-2 Classrooms

Room 2103

Elevate Your Social Studies Lessons: A Breakout Session for K-2 Teachers. Join us for an immersive session tailored for K-2 educators keen on revitalizing social studies. We’ll explore the latest standards, unveil a wealth of resources from our dedicated website, and share dynamic strategies for lesson integration. This is your opportunity to empower your teaching, collaborate with peers, and infuse your curriculum with creativity. Together, we’ll make social studies an unforgettable adventure for our young learners. Dive into a world where theory and practice blend, fostering innovation and inspiration in every lesson. Are you ready to transform your classroom? Let’s embark on this journey together.

Successful School Spotlight

Majestic Elementary

Suzette Johnson and

Vickie Daniels

Student and Teacher:

A Partnership

for Growth

Room 2524

By setting personal goals, students can create a roadmap for their academic journey. These goals can be specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound, helping students stay motivated and focused. By taking responsibility for their academic progress, students can cultivate a sense of ownership over their learning outcomes. This empowerment allows them to actively engage with their studies, seek help when needed, and celebrate their achievements along the way. Ultimately, by combining personal goal-setting with a proactive approach to learning, students can unlock their full potential and make the most of their educational experience.

Breakout #2
1:00-1:50 pm

Digital Teaching and Learning (DTL)

Deanna Taylor

Using AI

as Part of Your

K-2 Classroom

Little Theatre

(Room 1114)

Dive into the exciting intersection of School AI and Language Arts education in this engaging workshop. We'll explore SchoolAI's innovative features and how they can help enhance reading, writing, and critical analysis in your classroom.

English Language Arts (ELA)

Stacy Selk and Melanie Smith

Toolkit for Transformation: Navigating

Wit & Wisdom

Room 2525

Have you begun your journey teaching Wit & Wisdom? In this session, we'll travel beyond the basics and learn more about navigating our new ELA curriculum. We'll share lessons we've learned from studying the materials, creating resources, and seeing Wit & Wisdom in action. This session will help you as you plan and teach W&W this year. Together, we'll explore how to plan with slides and the toolkit, use partners effectively, and approach the writing opportunities in Wit & Wisdom. Whether you're new to Wit & Wisdom or looking to elevate your approach, this session will support you in your Wit & Wisdom journey.

Gifted and Talented (GT)

Taryn Cox

Exploring

Geodes

Kindergarten - Session 1

1st Grade - Session 2

2nd Grade - Session 3

Room 2528

Reading can open up new worlds for students by helping them build knowledge and sparking their curiosity. In this session we will explore Geodes® - information-rich books that provide emerging readers with an opportunity to build knowledge while practicing foundational reading skills. We will dive into the teacher resources, the modules, and the books that all K-2 teachers have access to. Learn how to flexibly incorporate Geodes® into your literacy instruction to better meet the needs of all your students, including your high-ability learners, by putting research-based best practices into action.

Gifted and Talented (GT)

Teresa Eldredge

Take the Plunge:

Crafting Deeper Questions

for Meaningful Learning

Room 2526

Dive deeper into questioning and discover the power of well-crafted questions. Learn how to quickly develop the most effective questions that inspire student thinking and foster deep learning. Participants will use a variety of free resources in this hands-on workshop to create powerful questions for all subject areas. Boost your questioning skills, inspire kids to learn, and transform your classroom!

Language and Culture Services (LCS)

Kathlynn Aragón

ML Supports

in

Tier 1 Instruction

Room 2603

Let’s help you engage and include your ML students within your lessons. In this session, we’ll explore Multilingual supports in different curriculum areas to help guide your tier 1 instruction. Analyzing WIDA reports, along with Can Do Descriptors can help you determine which strategies will be most beneficial for your ML students. Learn how small adjustments to a lesson can support language development and improve instruction for all learners.

Language and Culture Services (LCS)

Chelsey James

Multiple Perspectives

in

Wit and Wisdom

Room 2604

Worried about the possible cultural pitfalls as you teach Wit & Wisdom? Navigating topics surrounding history, prejudice, and the multiple perspectives in literature can be challenging for all of us. In this session, we will walk through concrete steps to help educators be prepared to teach the new curriculum with confidence. We will help you become more familiar with the resources provided for ML students within Wit & Wisdom, feel more prepared to tackle crucial conversations, and look at units within the curriculum to get more comfortable with topics you'll be addressing this year. Please bring any specific questions you might have involving language & culture within Wit & Wisdom.

Math

Amanda Williams and

Lauren Nalder

Using Games and Discussion to Engage Young Mathematicians

Room 2527

Games can help young learners access complex mathematical ideas. Intentional selection of those games is a way to strategically support students with specific skill development. When students discuss their strategic game play, teachers are also able to formatively assess and identify student strengths. In this session, we'll explore simple games and activities to address fluency development and build number sense.

Math

Stacey Osborne

Counting

It's Not As Easy as 1-2-3

Room 2529

In this session we will explore the five principles of counting and examine routines that lead to strong early numeracy skills for all students.

Science

Tasha Jensen

(*Session #2 and #3 only)

First Grade

Space Patterns

Content

Band Room

This session will support first grade teachers in content background and provide ideas for delivering instruction related to seasons and space patterns for first grade classrooms.

Science

Heather Leister, Denise Rogers, Thelissa Powell

(*Session #2 only)

“Be A FOSS Boss"

Kindergarten Q and A

Science Workshop

Choir Room

This session will be tips and tricks for getting started with FOSS science curriculum. We will brainstorm ideas on how to integrate science and literacy. Participants will gain insights on making FOSS doable for both 1/2 day and full-day Kindergarten. Come get your questions answered on how to make FOSS fun for you and your students!

Social Studies

Aimie Rizzuto

Little Citizens, Big Ideas: Shaping the Future in K-2 Classrooms

Room 2103

Elevate Your Social Studies Lessons: A Breakout Session for K-2 Teachers. Join us for an immersive session tailored for K-2 educators keen on revitalizing social studies. We’ll explore the latest standards, unveil a wealth of resources from our dedicated website, and share dynamic strategies for lesson integration. This is your opportunity to empower your teaching, collaborate with peers, and infuse your curriculum with creativity. Together, we’ll make social studies an unforgettable adventure for our young learners. Dive into a world where theory and practice blend, fostering innovation and inspiration in every lesson. Are you ready to transform your classroom? Let’s embark on this journey together.

Successful School Spotlight

Majestic Elementary

Suzette Johnson and

Vickie Daniels

Student and Teacher:

A Partnership

for Growth

Room 2524

By setting personal goals, students can create a roadmap for their academic journey. These goals can be specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound, helping students stay motivated and focused. By taking responsibility for their academic progress, students can cultivate a sense of ownership over their learning outcomes. This empowerment allows them to actively engage with their studies, seek help when needed, and celebrate their achievements along the way. Ultimately, by combining personal goal-setting with a proactive approach to learning, students can unlock their full potential and make the most of their educational experience.

Breakout #3
2:00-2:50 pm

Digital Teaching and Learning (DTL)

Deanna Taylor

Using AI

as Part of Your

K-2 Classroom

Little Theatre

(Room 1114)

Dive into the exciting intersection of School AI and Language Arts education in this engaging workshop. We'll explore SchoolAI's innovative features and how they can help enhance reading, writing, and critical analysis in your classroom.

English Language Arts (ELA)

Melanie Smith and Lori McCarty

Toolkit for Transformation: Navigating

Wit & Wisdom

Room 2525

Have you begun your journey teaching Wit & Wisdom? In this session, we'll travel beyond the basics and learn more about navigating our new ELA curriculum. We'll share lessons we've learned from studying the materials, creating resources, and seeing Wit & Wisdom in action. This session will help you as you plan and teach W&W this year. Together, we'll explore how to plan with slides and the toolkit, use partners effectively, and approach the writing opportunities in Wit & Wisdom. Whether you're new to Wit & Wisdom or looking to elevate your approach, this session will support you in your Wit & Wisdom journey.

Gifted and Talented (GT)

Taryn Cox

Exploring

Geodes

Kindergarten - Session 1

1st Grade - Session 2

2nd Grade - Session 3

Room 2528

Reading can open up new worlds for students by helping them build knowledge and sparking their curiosity. In this session we will explore Geodes® - information-rich books that provide emerging readers with an opportunity to build knowledge while practicing foundational reading skills. We will dive into the teacher resources, the modules, and the books that all K-2 teachers have access to. Learn how to flexibly incorporate Geodes® into your literacy instruction to better meet the needs of all your students, including your high-ability learners, by putting research-based best practices into action.

Gifted and Talented (GT)

Teresa Eldredge

Take the Plunge:

Crafting Deeper Questions

for Meaningful Learning

Room 2526

Dive deeper into questioning and discover the power of well-crafted questions. Learn how to quickly develop the most effective questions that inspire student thinking and foster deep learning. Participants will use a variety of free resources in this hands-on workshop to create powerful questions for all subject areas. Boost your questioning skills, inspire kids to learn, and transform your classroom!

Language and Culture Services (LCS)

Kathlynn Aragón

ML Supports

in

Tier 1 Instruction

Room 2603

Let’s help you engage and include your ML students within your lessons. In this session, we’ll explore Multilingual supports in different curriculum areas to help guide your tier 1 instruction. Analyzing WIDA reports, along with Can Do Descriptors can help you determine which strategies will be most beneficial for your ML students. Learn how small adjustments to a lesson can support language development and improve instruction for all learners.

Language and Culture Services (LCS)

Chelsey James

Multiple Perspectives

in

Wit and Wisdom

Room 2604

Worried about the possible cultural pitfalls as you teach Wit & Wisdom? Navigating topics surrounding history, prejudice, and the multiple perspectives in literature can be challenging for all of us. In this session, we will walk through concrete steps to help educators be prepared to teach the new curriculum with confidence. We will help you become more familiar with the resources provided for ML students within Wit & Wisdom, feel more prepared to tackle crucial conversations, and look at units within the curriculum to get more comfortable with topics you'll be addressing this year. Please bring any specific questions you might have involving language & culture within Wit & Wisdom.

Math

Amanda Williams and

Lauren Nalder

Using Games and Discussion to Engage Young Mathematicians

Room 2527

Games can help young learners access complex mathematical ideas. Intentional selection of those games is a way to strategically support students with specific skill development. When students discuss their strategic game play, teachers are also able to formatively assess and identify student strengths. In this session, we'll explore simple games and activities to address fluency development and build number sense.

Math

Stacey Osborne

Counting

It's Not As Easy as 1-2-3

Room 2529

In this session we will explore the five principles of counting and examine routines that lead to strong early numeracy skills for all students.

Science

Tasha Jensen

(*Session #2 and #3 only)

First Grade

Space Patterns

Content

Band Room

This session will support first grade teachers in content background and provide ideas for delivering instruction related to seasons and space patterns for first grade classrooms.

Science

Lynn Gutzwiller

(*Session #3 only)

FOSS

Easy Access

Choir Room

FOSS Easy Access is for K-2 teachers that want to teach science but don’t have time to prepare. We’ve taken FOSS and simplified it to be nearly grab and go.

Social Studies

Aimie Rizzuto

Little Citizens, Big Ideas: Shaping the Future in K-2 Classrooms

Room 2103

Elevate Your Social Studies Lessons: A Breakout Session for K-2 Teachers. Join us for an immersive session tailored for K-2 educators keen on revitalizing social studies. We’ll explore the latest standards, unveil a wealth of resources from our dedicated website, and share dynamic strategies for lesson integration. This is your opportunity to empower your teaching, collaborate with peers, and infuse your curriculum with creativity. Together, we’ll make social studies an unforgettable adventure for our young learners. Dive into a world where theory and practice blend, fostering innovation and inspiration in every lesson. Are you ready to transform your classroom? Let’s embark on this journey together.

Successful School Spotlight

Majestic Elementary

Suzette Johnson and

Vickie Daniels

Student and Teacher:

A Partnership

for Growth

Room 2524