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Prosper Connects 2024 @RockHill HS
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Coffee "The Speedy Bean" open and ready to serve starting @7:00am outside Main Entrance menu

Parking: 3 Main Doors (East, North, South), and Back Lot. Look for the High School Drumlines!                             

Attire: Favorite Sports Jersey and Jeans                                PISD Benefits: Open Enrollment Support Sessions
                   
Help Desks: 3 down stairs and one upstairs                          Nursing Mothers Room 1228H, 2228H, 2131G, 1133F

Food Trucks: Available 11:00am-1:00pm                                 
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Thursday, August 1
 

8:00am CDT

Attendance & Gradebook For Beginners
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1222
This session will be the basics of what you need to know on day one of school to be able to use Skyward to take attendance, enter grades, and send emails home to families. The intended audience for this class is new teachers or teachers who would like additional introductory information to be successful.
Speakers
LC
DH
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1222

8:00am CDT

Skyward Teacher - Time Saving Tips and Tricks
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1235
This session will go over tips and tricks of Skyward Teacher Access. This will include the Message Center, the NEW button, Online Assignments, Progress Report emails, and much more. The intended audience for this class is teachers who understand the basics of attendance and gradebook but would like to learn more about what Skyward can do for them to save them time.
Speakers
CR
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1235

8:00am CDT

Your AI Teacher Assistant
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
2131F
A practical approach demonstrating how teachers can use AI to more efficiently prepare, plan, and complete many tasks allowing you to serve students better. Come prepared to use AI to help you with a known topic or lesson.
Speakers
avatar for Scott Nichols

Scott Nichols

Prosper High School, Teacher, Prosper ISD
I bring twelve years of experience teaching high school social studies, initially in Florida and for the past three years at Prosper High School. As a dedicated lifelong learner, I consistently seek innovative approaches to engaging students in the subject matter. Eleven years ago... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
2131F

8:00am CDT

Classroom Culture for Secondary Teachers
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
2114
Building a positive classroom culture has a direct impact on teaching and learning. In this session, you will gain the skills to create a positive classroom culture including building relationships, strategies for setting and communicating expectations, and classroom interventions.
Speakers
avatar for Micah Evans

Micah Evans

Science Teacher
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
2114
  CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT

8:00am CDT

Getting Student Buy-In: A collaborative effort
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
2101
Encourage student engagement and civil discourse by enforcing historical thinking skills in your classroom. These tools with promote student "buy-in" and get them to be excited and find relevance in your class; empowering students with transfer skills beyond the classroom.
Speakers
avatar for Kass Jagers

Kass Jagers

Social Studies Teacher, Hays Middle School
avatar for Brittany Johnston
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
2101
  CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT

8:00am CDT

Pause, Play, Perform: Brain Breaks That Support Student Learning and Engagement
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1216
In the fast-paced world of secondary education, students often find themselves overwhelmed with information and stress. Brain breaks offer a vital opportunity to recharge mental batteries, enhance focus, and improve learning outcomes. Incorporating brain breaks into middle and high school classrooms isn't just a luxury; it's a necessity for fostering a supportive learning environment where students can thrive. By embracing these intentional pauses, we empower our students to recharge, refocus, and excel academically and emotionally. Let's energize education together, one brain break at a time!
Speakers
avatar for Barbara Waldrop
avatar for Elizabeth Williams
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1216
  CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT

8:00am CDT

Stop. Collaborate. . . And Listen!
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1134
Having issues with students not seeing collaboration has a needed skill? Students not trying their best on a group activity? Then try using collaboration in a summative format. Attend this PD session and leave with a plan on how to have Your students stop, collaborate, and listen at a level every teacher wishes for but rarely witness while also adding a summative grade to the gradebook.
Speakers
avatar for Rachael Cummings
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1134
  CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT

8:00am CDT

TBRI & Trauma-Informed Classrooms
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
2100
TBRI & Trauma-Informed Classrooms training equips educators to help children from backgrounds of abuse, neglect, and/or trauma. Join us to learn how to disarm fear, optimize learning, and facilitate healing for vulnerable children in the classroom. This training will include information that applies to a wide variety of ages.
Speakers
avatar for Stephanie Clayton

Stephanie Clayton

Student Support Counselor, Prosper ISD
KF
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
2100
  CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT

8:00am CDT

Unlocking Classroom Success: Mastering Management through Routines and Stations
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1115
Join this session to discover practical strategies for structuring Your daily classroom routines, minimizing unstructured time and disruptive behaviors, and boosting student engagement while addressing intervention needs. The structured techniques shared in this session will equip you with confidence and resources that you can readily implement starting from the very first week of school!
Speakers
avatar for Paige Wilson

Paige Wilson

6th Grade ELAR, Hays Middle School
I currently teach 6th grade ELAR at Hays Middle School and serve as the team lead. The upcoming school year will mark my tenth year of teaching, with six of those years dedicated to teaching all subjects in 4th grade. I am also excited to share that I will be the Hope Squad advisor... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1115
  CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT

8:00am CDT

Using Restorative Circles in the Pre K-2ND Classroom
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
2103
Session will focus on how to establish restorative circles within Your classroom setting to improve classroom culture, address behavior, improve social skills, and to address barriers to learning.
Speakers
avatar for Steve Weaver

Steve Weaver

Special Education Counselor
I have worked with children and adolescents for over twenty years.  My specialty is working with kiddos who may exhibit negative, isolative, disengaged, disruptive, or maladaptive behaviors in your classroom.  Social Worker by training, I understand the importance of incorporating... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
2103
  CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT

8:00am CDT

Benefits enrollment and questions
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1229 Computer Lab
The Benefits team and vendors will be available to assist with benefits enrollment and answer questions
Speakers
PB
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1229 Computer Lab
  HR: BENEFITS

8:00am CDT

"It's Not About the Frog" (SEPs...how do we spiral these throughout the school year))
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1122
During this interactive and hands-on session, teachers will have the opportunity to practice the SEPs (our process skills) during a frog dissection lab. How are we engaging students with labs without losing our minds? During this session, we will model how you can shift Your focus to lab safety and the other SEPS, still while teaching content, during a lab. Hence the title, "It's Not About the Frog". It's more about students becoming and thinking like scientists, while being safe. We will share how we create a dissection lab setting that is organized, fun, easy to clean up, and allows ALL learners to feel successful! Yes of course, we want students to compare the anatomy of the frog to that of a human, but we also want them to practice lab safety and understand the importance of the basic science process skills. We also hope to provide time for teachers to plan or share how they can embed the SEPs in a lesson of their choice. Frog dissection lab set up, completion of the dissection, and cleaning up afterwards will be modeled.
Speakers
avatar for Heather DeWitt

Heather DeWitt

7th grade Science
avatar for Rebecca Walton
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1122
  INSTRUCTIONAL

8:00am CDT

Building Readers with Shared Reading
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1111
Shared reading empowers children of all abilities to see themselves as readers and engage in meaningful literacy experiences. Shared reading promotes the development of all aspects of the reading process. Join me as I share what this structure looks like in the classroom and how to build a community of students who love to read.
Speakers
avatar for Jennifer Thorpe

Jennifer Thorpe

Blended PreK Teacher, Prosper ISD
Jenn is a Blended PreK teacher in Prosper ISD and has spent 15 years in the Early Childhood classroom. She is the mother of two young boys and has been married for 14 years. Jenn has a Bachelor's degree in Interdisciplinary Studies from Texas Woman's University and is currently working... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1111
  INSTRUCTIONAL

8:00am CDT

CFAs for World Language & Electives
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1125
In this session we will explore how to align common formative assessments to the standards and the major assessments. Collecting the data from these CFAs helps to give students feedback and to create instructional strategies to help students master the skills.
Speakers
avatar for Amariz Acosta
ED

Elizabeth Dzvonick

Teacher, Rock Hill Hill School
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1125
  INSTRUCTIONAL

8:00am CDT

Chat Beyond Boundaries
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1217
Are you looking for a solution to energize and engage Your students in discourse? Look no further than Chat Stations! Here we will discover a discussion framework where you can implement in the classroom starting tomorrow.
Speakers
avatar for Kristen Smith
MH
OA
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1217
  INSTRUCTIONAL

8:00am CDT

Depth and Complexity...Now What?
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
2126
Teacher will get simple hands-on experience and tools to use in the classroom when implementing Depth and Complexity thinking tools.
Speakers
avatar for Lynsi Christiansen
avatar for Kristen Salamanca
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
2126
  INSTRUCTIONAL

8:00am CDT

Designing in Canva for Educators
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
2219
Join PISDEdtech as we show you the basics of Canva. You will learn how to access Your district rostered account as well as customizing templates by adding Canva elements, images, video and text!
Speakers
MM

Michelle Maple

ITC, Prosper ISD
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
2219
  INSTRUCTIONAL

8:00am CDT

Digitized Language Support Strategies
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1221
Come learn about strategies utilizing Peardeck to support student literacy and comprehension across all subject areas. Bring a text that you utilize in Your classroom to convert it to a Peardeck language supports masterpiece after learning how we use these strategies in our classroom!
Speakers
avatar for Jordan Stroh
CP
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1221
  INSTRUCTIONAL

8:00am CDT

Google Classroom Rubrics
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1116
Using Google Classroom Rubrics sets assignment criteria, allows for quicker feedback to students, and makes grading easier for teachers.
Speakers
avatar for Cindy Syrett
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1116
  INSTRUCTIONAL

8:00am CDT

Handwriting Without Tears (BEGINNING)
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1218
This beginning session will provide teachers with an INTRODUCTION to our district's handwriting curriculum.
Speakers
HW
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1218
  INSTRUCTIONAL
  • Grade Focus K-2
  • Content Focus ELAR

8:00am CDT

It's All About Engagement: Kagan Strategies
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1219
Use of Kagan cooperative learning structures ensures that all students experience positive interdependence, individual accountability, equal participation, and simultaneous interaction. Cooperative learning structures support students' social emotional and academic development.
Speakers
avatar for Kathy Hoernke

Kathy Hoernke

Math Teacher, Rock Hill High School
Dr. Kathy Hoernke is a dedicated educator with over 25 years of experience in teaching mathematics and science. She currently teaches Honors Algebra 2 and Statistics at Rock Hill High School and serves as a College Site Supervisor for student teachers across grades K – 12. Dr. Hoernke's... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1219
  INSTRUCTIONAL

8:00am CDT

Literacy Workshop: Where Reading & Writing Converge
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1109
In a literacy workshop classroom, children inhale author's words and ideas and exhale their own interpretations and extensions of those thoughts in conversations and responses. The Literacy Workshop model guides students to read like a writer and write like a reader. Learn how you can cobine your reader's and writer's workshop for maximum impact and high levels of student voice and choice.
Speakers
avatar for Jenn Stinnett
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1109
  INSTRUCTIONAL
  • Grade Focus K-2
  • Content Focus ELAR

8:00am CDT

MAP Growth: Achievement Reports for Elementary Teachers
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1241
Learn how to use MAP Growth data to optimize your instructional practices. Learn to access, interpret, and apply MAP Growth data with a focus on Student and Class Profile reports. Then plan how to use your data to inform ongoing work in elementary classrooms.
Speakers
LB
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1241
  INSTRUCTIONAL

8:00am CDT

Mashed Potatoes and Other GT Adventures
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
2111
We're diving headfirst into the realm of Dabrowski's overexcitabilities! From the psychomotor whirlwinds who can't sit still to save their lives to the budding artists who see unicorns in math equations, we'll uncover the quirks of giftedness. Explore the ways in which overexcitabilities can both enhance and challenge gifted students' social and academic development. Leave better equipped to create learning environments that meet their unique needs, embracing these intensities to turn sensory roller coasters into GT superpowers.

Speakers
ST
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
2111
  INSTRUCTIONAL

8:00am CDT

Math Workshop—What Students are Doing When You're in Small Group, Audience K-5
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1212
Learn how to structure math workshop so Your students can become successful, independent learners, allowing you to maximize small group instruction. This session will focus on structure, accountability, and expectations.
Speakers
avatar for Donna Boucher

Donna Boucher

Mathematics Consultant & Author, Math Coach's Corner
My mission is to help math teachers and students feel more positive and confident about math. Math is a fascinating, beautiful, and creative subject. It’s about choosing the path that makes sense to you and engaging in robust mathematical discussions. It’s understanding that everyone... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1212
  INSTRUCTIONAL
  • Grade Focus K-5
  • Content Focus Math

8:00am CDT

Me on the Map
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1120
Embark on a journey across Texas or the United States without leaving Your campus! This hands-on session is designed for elementary educators eager to dynamically blend geography and social studies instruction. Explore TEKS-based geography skills and deepen Your students’ understanding of history, citizenship, culture, and economics through maps. This session involves a lot of movement, as participants will walk and interact directly with giant floor maps, so wearing or bringing socks is strongly encouraged.
Speakers
avatar for Megan Tumulty

Megan Tumulty

Elementary Social Studies Coordinator, PISD
avatar for Heather Garavaglia

Heather Garavaglia

Librarian, Prosper ISD
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1120
  INSTRUCTIONAL

8:00am CDT

Navigating the ELAR Block in 3rd Grade
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1113
This session will provide greater insight into the ELAR Block: scheduling, resources, assessments
Speakers
GH
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1113
  INSTRUCTIONAL
  • Content Focus ELAR

8:00am CDT

Navigating the ELAR Block in 4th Grade
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1117
This session will provide greater insight into the ELAR Block: scheduling, resources, assessments
Speakers
avatar for Laurin Heidrich
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1117
  INSTRUCTIONAL

8:00am CDT

Q-Interactive Basic
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
2215
Learn how to use I-Pad assessment as part of your repertoire. This basic session will teach participants how to log into the Q-Interactive web platform, add students to the system, set up assessments, and know where to look for additional resources.
Speakers
KK

Kristy Kemp

Educational Diagnostician, Prosper ISD
AW

Angela Whitaker

Educational Diagnostician, Prosper ISD
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
2215
  INSTRUCTIONAL

8:00am CDT

Raz-Plus (Intro Session for Beginners)
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1114
This session will provide an overview of R eading A-Z. It will equip teachers in learning how to access student accounts, organize for small groups, set up the parent connection, etc.
Speakers
avatar for Angie Romano

Angie Romano

Professional Learning Manager, Strategic Accounts, Learning A-Z
Angela joined Learning A-Z full time as a Professional Development Manager in 2015 after serving as a Professional Development Specialist for 3 years. She has recently moved into a new position as a National Consultant, working with Learning A-Z's largest school districts.Angela has... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1114
  INSTRUCTIONAL

8:00am CDT

Rigor Through Connection
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
2123
Classical literature and historical documents are essential to any teacher's curriculum. So, how do teachers connect students to documents and literature that are antiquated? In this session, learn how to create meaningful connections when our students are evolving, but our texts are not.
Speakers
avatar for Loralea Ray
JB
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
2123
  INSTRUCTIONAL

8:00am CDT

Seesaw for PK-2
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
2221
Join PISDEdtech as we discuss how Seesaw creates a powerful learning loop between students, teachers, and families.
Speakers
avatar for Derek Haney

Derek Haney

Instructional Technology, Prosper ISD
I always strive to be a champion of student learning.
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
2221
  INSTRUCTIONAL

8:00am CDT

Tailored Teaching: Strategies for Effective Differentiation in the Classroom
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
2124
This workshop provides teachers with practical strategies for tailoring differentiation to meet the diverse needs of learners in their classrooms. Participants will explore a variety of approaches to differentiation. Attendees will gain insights into how to effectively adapt instruction and classroom practices to support every student's growth and success.
Speakers
DG
avatar for Sydney Jenks
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
2124
  INSTRUCTIONAL

8:00am CDT

Using the Classroom Library to Support Independent Reading
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1128
Thank you to our amazing district for purchasing classroom libraries! We have this great resource...now what? In this session, participants will learn how to set students up for success with independent reading
Speakers
avatar for Andrea Coachman
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1128
  INSTRUCTIONAL

8:00am CDT

Using the Interactive Read Aloud kit to Set the Foundation for Literacy Instruction
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1126
Learn ways to promote the JOY of reading, develop children's vocabulary, and increase opportunities to think, talk, and write about texts that fully engage students' interest.
Speakers
avatar for Mona Savage
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1126
  INSTRUCTIONAL
  • Grade Focus K-5
  • Content Focus ELAR

8:00am CDT

Vertical Problem Solving - What to Show and Know for Mastery
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1214
Using Vertical Problem Solving to promote high quality collaboration and student discourse. Generating problems using TEKS data protocol evidence to lead students to know and show mastery.
Speakers
LC

Laurie Cammack

Teacher, Prosper ISD
avatar for Angela Rutledge
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1214
  INSTRUCTIONAL
  • Grade Focus 45356
  • Content Focus Math
  • Gifted & Talented GT

8:00am CDT

Visual Non Glossary Science and Math
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1103
The Visual Non-Glossary is a resource teachers can use to facilitate structured conversations in science and math. This resource reinforces the district's instructional observation points of engagement, student discourse, and effective inquiry. In this session, participants will experience using the resource through the lense of a student, learn instructional strategies to implement this resource in Your classroom, and identify where in Your curriculum you will implement this resource.
Speakers
avatar for Michelle Schoonmaker
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1103
  INSTRUCTIONAL

8:00am CDT

Visual Non-Glossary Elementary Science, Math, and SS
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1102
Participants will learn how to pair instructional strategies with our district resource called the Visual Non Glossary.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Stephen Fleenor

Dr. Stephen Fleenor

Consultant, Seidlitz Education
Stephen Fleenor, PhD is a content developer with Seidlitz Education and the author of The Visual Non-Glossary and Teaching Science to ELs with Tina Beene.
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1102
  INSTRUCTIONAL

8:00am CDT

Visual Non-Glossary Secondary Science
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1108
Participants will learn how to pair instructional strategies with our district resource called the Visual Non Glossary.
Speakers
DL
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1108
  INSTRUCTIONAL

8:00am CDT

Visualizing a Better Essay
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1123
Help Your student craft essays they will be excited to write! Join us to learn how to implement a winning visual/graphic essay for Your students . We'll also offer practical suggestions of how to scaffold and level up this style of essay in Your classroom.
Speakers
avatar for Jennifer Valliere
avatar for Lisa Moore
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1123
  INSTRUCTIONAL

8:00am CDT

Coaching Elementary Speaking Events
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1215
Elementary speaking coaches will learn tips and tricks for coaching the Elementary UIL Speaking events.
Speakers
RK
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1215
  LEADERSHIP

8:00am CDT

Leading from Where Your Planted
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1100
This session equips participants who are desiring a greater impact through leadership but might not yet have a formal role as a leader.
Speakers
avatar for JENNIFER HINSON

JENNIFER HINSON

Principal, Prosper ISD
Hello!  My name is Dr. Jennifer Hinson.  With 21 years of education experience, I have had the wonderful joy of opening three elementary schools-two for Prosper.  I currently serve as Principal of Dan Christie Elementary which oopened in August of 2023.  I enjoy building capacity... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1100
  LEADERSHIP

8:00am CDT

Secondary Instructional Coaches: AP Need to Knows
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
2212
TBD
Speakers
avatar for Stephany Sipes

Stephany Sipes

Prosper ISD
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
2212
  LEADERSHIP

8:00am CDT

Discover Dyslexia
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
2128
Your invited to view a classroom experience through the lens of a dyslexic student. Participants will learn about the characteristics of dyslexia and engage in a dyslexia simulation.
Speakers
TD

Teresa Davis

Teacher, Prosper ISD
avatar for Erin Carte

Erin Carte

Dyslexia Therapist, Prosper ISD
avatar for Jamie Sherman

Jamie Sherman

CALT, PROSPER ISD,ADMINISTRATION
Hello Everyone! I am a CALT from Prosper ISD and a Literacy Leader. I am always excited to learn new things to better myself as an educator, my staff members, and to help my students when they are in the general education setting.
JL

Johnda Lansdale

Dyslexia Therapist, Prosper ISD
avatar for Holly Bunn
avatar for Kim Phillips
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
2128
  SPECIAL EDUCATION

8:00am CDT

Making Inclusion Meaningful
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
2115
In this session, we will discuss strategies and classroom tools you can use to make inclusion meaningful for all students. We will discuss ways to involve students of all abilities in different aspects of Your day as well as provide ideas for how to support general education students in building their capacity as inclusive classmates.
Speakers
KB

Kayla Braaton

Communications Teacher, Prosper ISD
avatar for Hanna Maynard
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
2115
  SPECIAL EDUCATION

8:00am CDT

Modified Curriculum
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
2207
Modified Curriculum Training
Speakers
MZ
SF

Sarah Fiannaca

Teacher, Prosper ISD
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
2207
  SPECIAL EDUCATION

8:00am CDT

Natural Environment Behavioral Coaching in the General Education Classroom
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
2209
Learn how to support students behaviorally in the general education setting through natural environment behavioral coaching. Participants will be informed of best practices, intervention strategies, and effective implementation methods for their classrooms in order to impact student behavioral growth and success.
Speakers
avatar for Caroline Herring
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
2209
  SPECIAL EDUCATION

8:00am CDT

Supporting Student with Autism
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
2205
Highlights and information taken from the Texas Autism Conference:
The 32nd annual Texas Autism Conference will provide families, educators, campus leadership, and individuals with autism with strategies, resources, tools, and evidence-based practices in the education and service of persons with autism.
Speakers
NB
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
2205
  SPECIAL EDUCATION

8:00am CDT

Translating Accommodations for Emergent Bilingual (EB) Students
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1237
We will guide teachers in breaking down the linguistic accommodations for EB students that are documented in Ellevation. What do they really mean? What can that look like in the classroom? Teachers will understand different ways to scaffold instruction and assignments for students with different levels of English proficiency. In this session, we will also compare and contrast what content and language supports look like in the classroom and on state assessments.
Speakers
MH

Meredith Humphries

Teacher, Prosper Independent School District
avatar for Terri Hernandez

Terri Hernandez

ESL Specialist, Prosper ISD
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1237
  SPECIAL EDUCATION

8:00am CDT

VB-MAPP Overview
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
2211
An overview of the VB-MAPP (Verbal Behavior - Milestones Assessment and Placement Program) which is a language and social skills assessment program designed for children with Autism or other Developmental Disabilities. You will learn how to administer and analyze the main assessment, as well as the milestones and barriers assessments for students with functional language deficits that impede access to the general education curriculum.
Speakers
avatar for Heather Williams

Heather Williams

SPED Instructional Coach, PISD
KL
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
2211
  SPECIAL EDUCATION

8:00am CDT

Workshop Model in the Centralized Classroom
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
2210
The ‘Modified’ Workshop Model is the standard instructional model utilized in Prosper ISD’s ALC, Life Skills, Functional Academics, and Communications Programs. The model supports student learning by incorporating direct instruction, modeling, guided practice, and independent practice throughout instruction.
Speakers
avatar for Lynley Nall
avatar for Brandi Romero

Brandi Romero

Functional Academics Teacher
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
2210
  SPECIAL EDUCATION

8:00am CDT

Understanding Accessibility Features and Designated Supports for STAAR
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 9:50am CDT
1101
Accessibility Overview-
  • Explore what features are available for all students on state assessments
Dig into Designated Support Documents
  • How do students qualify for designated suppports?
  • What do the supports look like in the Online Testing Platform?
Activities and Discussions on Accessibility Features and Designated Supports
  • Hands on access to the testing platform 
  • What do allowable Supplemental Aids and Math Manipulatives look like?
Speakers
SH

Sandy Hicks

DTC, Prosper ISD
District Testing Coordinator 
avatar for Courtney Jennings

Courtney Jennings

District 504 Coordinator
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 9:50am CDT
1101
  SPECIAL EDUCATION

8:00am CDT

Classroom Management and Behavior 101
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 10:50am CDT
2108
Learn about the science of the relationship between the brain and behavior, gain a complete understanding of developing a classroom management plan that will work, and learn specific strategies for dealing with student misbehavior in the moment. Tools include utilizing the CHAMPs framework for structuring activities and transitions, proven strategies for reacting to dysregulated behavior, and exploring and using the resource of PBIS World.
Speakers
avatar for Ronald Bramhall

Ronald Bramhall

Consultant, Region 10
US Army Veteran, former Outward Bound Instructor, Juvenile Probation Officer, GT Educator/Coordinator and published Author who currently serves Region 10 in Texas as a GT and Instructional Support Consultant. Originally from Pittsburgh, PA, with a M. Ed. from Southern Methodist University... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 10:50am CDT
2108
  CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT

8:00am CDT

Building Thinking Classrooms in Elementary Math Toolkit #1
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 10:50am CDT
LGI 1
Do you strive to help students go beyond rote memorization and repetitive calculations? Many traditional classroom norms and habits actually enable “non-thinking” student behavior. In this session, we'll set the stage for transforming Your classroom into one focused on learning-centered, student-owned deep mathematical thinking and learning.

Additional Information: This session is the first in a series of workshops designed to introduce participants to the 14 teaching practices for enhancing learning outlined in Peter Liljedahl’s book, Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics. He recommends a gradual implementation of the practices, so that’s how this series is designed.
Speakers
avatar for Kimberly Northcutt

Kimberly Northcutt

Elementary Math Consultant, Region 10
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 10:50am CDT
LGI 1
  INSTRUCTIONAL

8:00am CDT

Building Thinking Classrooms in Secondary Math (grades 6-12), Toolkit #1 Secondary Math
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 10:50am CDT
LGI 2
Do you strive to help students go beyond rote memorization and repetitive calculations? Many traditional classroom norms and habits actually enable “non-thinking” student behavior. In this session, we'll set the stage for transforming Your classroom into one focused on learning-centered, student-owned deep mathematical thinking and learning.

This session is the first in a series of workshops designed to introduce participants to the 14 teaching practices for enhancing learning outlined in Peter Liljedahl’s book, Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics. He recommends a gradual implementation of the practices, so that’s how this series is designed.
Speakers
avatar for Julie Frizzell

Julie Frizzell

Secondary Math Consultant, Region 10 Education Service Center
Julie is a life-long learner who loves to share what she learns with others. As an educator for 40+ years, she brings a wealth of experience to her role as a secondary math consultant at Region 10 ESC. Julie has taught math at the middle school, high school, and college level, and... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 10:50am CDT
LGI 2
  INSTRUCTIONAL

8:00am CDT

Small Moves, Big Gains
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 10:50am CDT
2120
This unique training will equip participants with 23 small moves they can make immediately to support students ability to talk more, think more, and achieve more. All the moves are both modeled and practiced throughout the session. Additionally, participants will dive into the role of habits in teaching. We will survey current research about how habits are formed and directly connect that to action steps for the classroom.
Speakers
avatar for Allison Hand

Allison Hand

Education Consultant, Seidlitz Education
Developing Language in Every Classroom!Seidlitz Education’s mission is to support school districts and teachers with increasing academic achievement for English Learners. Seidlitz Education provides research-based consultations, trainings, coaching, and products with innovative... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 10:50am CDT
2120
  INSTRUCTIONAL

8:00am CDT

The DBQ Project: Introductory Workshop
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 10:50am CDT
1119
The introductory workshop is designed to get teachers new to the DBQ pedagogy excited about the process. It is also reinvigorating for those teachers already steeped in DBQ experience. The day includes an overview of The DBQ Project 6-Step Method where teachers go through all the steps in a lively, interactive session. Special emphasis will be placed on differentiating the process to meet the needs of all learners and utilizing the gradual-release model for document analysis. The goal of the workshop is for all participants to leave enthusiastically ready to implement a DBQ in their classrooms.
Speakers
BB
avatar for Tyler Adams

Tyler Adams

Regional Director of Professional Development and Partnerships, The DBQ Project
Tyler grew up in Delaware and earned a business degree from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. He transitioned to teaching in 2006 and has taught history, science and reading at the middle school level. Tyler also served as an elementary school instructional coach in Lake County... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 10:50am CDT
1119
  INSTRUCTIONAL

8:00am CDT

¡Toma la palabra!
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 10:50am CDT
2218
Teachers in dual language programs and teachers of Spanish are looking for ways to enhance the development of academic Spanish in their classrooms. They are also looking for ways to increase their own practice of academic Spanish. This training directly addresses those needs.
Speakers
avatar for Monica Lara

Monica Lara

CEO, Seidlitz Education
Dr. Mónica Lara is the CEO at Seidlitz Education. She is a Keynote speaker and the author of ¡Toma la palabra!: Enlazando la oralidad y la lectoescritura. She is also the co-author of ELLs in Texas: What Teachers Need to Know and ELs in Texas: What School Leaders Need to Know. She... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 10:50am CDT
2218
  INSTRUCTIONAL

8:00am CDT

Elementary Art Tricks and Tips
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 2:50pm CDT
1305
This is a full day of professional development learning for Elementary Art teachers. We will be focusing on Color Theory, Co-Teaching in the Elementary Art room, Studio Thinking, and numerous art skill projects such as clay, Gelli plates, etc. Space is limited so this session is limited to only those who teach Elementary Art.
Speakers
EA
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 2:50pm CDT
1305
  INSTRUCTIONAL

8:00am CDT

Free, Hands-On Ceramics PD to Maximize Your Ceramics Supplies with New Techniques
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 2:50pm CDT
1303
Kathy Skaggs from Amaco will be traveling to Prosper ISD from Florida to give us an all day, hands-on, professional development on how to maximize use of ceramics supplies in our classrooms. This hands-on professional learning experience is at zero cost to all participants. First year teachers, new to the district teachers, and anyone wanting to learn more about the ceramics process are especially encouraged to attend, as you will leave with multiple lesson plan ideas and a better working knowledge of ceramics as a whole. Interested in learning more about Kathy and why this opportunity is such a big one? Search @KathySkaggsClay on Instagram, or check her out on YouTube at @kathyskaggs4245.
Speakers
KS

Kathy Skaggs

Ceramic Education Consultant & Teacher, AMACO
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 2:50pm CDT
1303
  INSTRUCTIONAL

9:00am CDT

AI Basics: Lets save time.
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2131F
In this dynamic session, dive into the world of Artificial Intelligence and unlock its incredible potential to streamline Your classroom activities and enhance student learning. From basic AI usage to advanced engineering prompts, this session is Your gateway to harnessing cutting-edge technology for educational success.
Speakers
CN
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2131F

9:00am CDT

Attendance & Gradebook For Beginners
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1222
This session will be the basics of what you need to know on day one of school to be able to use Skyward to take attendance, enter grades, and send emails home to families. The intended audience for this class is new teachers or teachers who would like additional introductory information to be successful.
Speakers
LC
DH
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1222

9:00am CDT

Edugence 101: Jump Right In!
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1239
Join Region 10 for a session focused on showing you tools and functions in Edugence that will help you each and every day. We will start by showing you data dashboards and reports you can run which will help guide Your instructional time to maximize the impact for Your students. You don't want to miss this!
Speakers
avatar for Pennie Kimbrough

Pennie Kimbrough

Consultant, Region 10
Pennie Kimbrough is a data solutions consultant at Region 10 ESC. Prior to this role, she served as an assistant principal, a curriculum coordinator, instructional coach, and classroom teacher. Pennie has over 25 years of experience in education serving as a leader in various grade... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1239

9:00am CDT

Skyward Teacher - Time Saving Tips and Tricks
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1235
This session will go over tips and tricks of Skyward Teacher Access. This will include the Message Center, the NEW button, Online Assignments, Progress Report emails, and much more. The intended audience for this class is teachers who understand the basics of attendance and gradebook but would like to learn more about what Skyward can do for them to save them time.
Speakers
CR
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1235

9:00am CDT

Kick Your Superpower Up A Notch with Kagan Strategies
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1122
In this session, participants will build up their student engagement superpower by interacting with Kagan strategies that can be used to enhance students' engagement, differentiate, and/or scaffold learning. Participants will experience various Kagan strategies that can be used in their classrooms.
Speakers
avatar for Shelli Brown

Shelli Brown

Secondary World Language Instructional Coach
TL

Tina Lee

World Language Teacher, Prosper High School
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1122
  CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT

9:00am CDT

Shake it Off 24-25 Stress Tour
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1218
Identifying physiological responses to stress, stress triggers, and ways to shake it off.
Speakers
TB
KN
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1218
  CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT

9:00am CDT

Teaching Students to Your Expectations
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2101
Learning is often defined as the act, process, or experience of gaining knowledge or skill. Additionally, learning allows a student to modify his or her behavior to suit situations and to be more successful, academically and behaviorally. This is why it is important to TEACH students expectations. This will not only set the order, structure, and tone for Your classroom, but to also allow for a safer learning environment, in which creative thinking and discovery are maximized. This session will allow teachers to develop their own TEACH-TO lesson plans that meet the needs of Your students in Your classroom.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Yoshara Ballou

Dr. Yoshara Ballou

Forensic Science Teacher, Prosper ISD
Hello! I'm Dr. Yoshara Ballou and I am a proud 5th year teacher here in Prosper ISD! My current position is Forensic Science Teacher at Rock Hill High School. This is my 15th year of teaching, where I've taught On-level Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Systems, International Baccalaureate... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2101
  CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT

9:00am CDT

Using Restorative Circles in the 3rd-6th Classroom
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2103
Session will focus on how to establish restorative circles within Your classroom setting to improve classroom culture, address behavior, improve social skills, and to address barriers to learning.
Speakers
avatar for Steve Weaver

Steve Weaver

Special Education Counselor
I have worked with children and adolescents for over twenty years.  My specialty is working with kiddos who may exhibit negative, isolative, disengaged, disruptive, or maladaptive behaviors in your classroom.  Social Worker by training, I understand the importance of incorporating... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2103
  CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT

9:00am CDT

Benefits enrollment and questions
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1229 Computer Lab
The Benefits team and vendors will be available to assist with benefits enrollment and answer questions
Speakers
PB
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1229 Computer Lab
  HR: BENEFITS

9:00am CDT

"Let Them Cook: Empowering Students to Create Original Music Beyond Samples"
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1225
Explore the interplay of traditional composition and innovative sample use in today’s music production. This presentation offers practical strategies for guiding students in composing, arranging, and producing original music beyond pre-made samples. Learn essential techniques, effective teaching methods, and ways to boost student engagement. Discover how to seamlessly integrate samples into music production, while fostering a sense of ownership and creativity in students through a scratch-made approach.
Speakers
avatar for Thomas Greenlee
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1225
  INSTRUCTIONAL

9:00am CDT

"Up"-ing Your Questioning Game
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1123
"Questions serve as the central focus of history. Historians investigate questions and develop evidence-based answers to those questions. It is imperative that historical instruction employ the methodology of "doing history" to ensure a rigorous experience for all students. Employing the historical inquiry process in Social Studies classrooms promotes student engagement and retention". (Bruce Lesh, Why Won't You Just Tell Us The Answer?)

In this session, we will dive into why and how to develop effective questioning strategies for both students and teachers that promote critical thinking and discussion.
Speakers
avatar for Kelly Bellar

Kelly Bellar

Consultant, Region 10
Hello. I am the K-12 Social Studies Consultant for the Region 10 Education Service Center. Prior to joining Region 10, I spent 18 years in the classroom. During that time I taught 6th grade World Cultures, 7th grade Texas History, 8th grade US History and then spent two years at the... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1123
  INSTRUCTIONAL

9:00am CDT

5 Tips for Choosing Better Workstations, Audience K-5
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1212
With students spending more time in math workshop, it’s essential that they are provided with high-quality tasks and held accountable for the work they do. Example tasks, which you’ll be able to download, illustrate each of the tips in this session.
Speakers
avatar for Donna Boucher

Donna Boucher

Mathematics Consultant & Author, Math Coach's Corner
My mission is to help math teachers and students feel more positive and confident about math. Math is a fascinating, beautiful, and creative subject. It’s about choosing the path that makes sense to you and engaging in robust mathematical discussions. It’s understanding that everyone... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1212
  INSTRUCTIONAL
  • Grade Focus K-5
  • Content Focus Math

9:00am CDT

Building Better Questions
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1103
Are Your questions being met with silence and stares? Are you tired of hearing simple, one-word responses? In Building Better Questions, we will use our students natural curiosity to ask effective questions that promote thought and conversation, participating in questioning practices that are easy to adapt for all grade levels and topics.
Speakers
avatar for Samantha Bradbury

Samantha Bradbury

Science/STEM Consultant, Region 10 ESC
Samantha is a highly experienced education professional with a background in biological sciences as well as being certified in STEM teaching . Her eighteen year career includes ten years of teaching high school, eight years as a Science and STEM Lead and showcases her passion for... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1103
  INSTRUCTIONAL

9:00am CDT

Canva: Ways to Capture Student Learning
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2219
Join PISDEdtech as we focus on student creation in Canva. We will look at different ways this creation tool can transform student learning.
Speakers
MM

Michelle Maple

ITC, Prosper ISD
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2219
  INSTRUCTIONAL

9:00am CDT

Depth and Complexity...Now What?
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2126
Teacher will get simple hands-on experience and tools to use in the classroom when implementing Depth and Complexity thinking tools.
Speakers
avatar for Lynsi Christiansen
avatar for Kristen Salamanca
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2126
  INSTRUCTIONAL

9:00am CDT

Destiny & MackinVIA: Not Just a Student Resource
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1221
Discover ways to use Prosper ISD Digital Resources like Destiny and MackinVIA for lesson planning, teaching and Professional Development. These resources that are normally considered student resources actually provide many ways for teachers to amplify their lessons and extend their teaching.
Speakers
avatar for D'Anne Mosby

D'Anne Mosby

Librarian
D'Anne Dwight Mosby is a Texas Certified School Librarian, Teacher, Google for Education Certified Trainer, Pear Deck Coach, reader, leader, and lover of all things #edTech! She is a promoter of reading, learning, research, critical thinking, and digital literacy among students and... Read More →
avatar for Ericka Hamilton

Ericka Hamilton

Elementary Librarian
I have been in education for 29 years. I have taught 4th, 2nd, and 1st grade in the physical classroom and K-4 in the virtual classroom.  I have been in the library field for 22 years as a librarian (at all levels K-12), a library director, and an instructional technology director... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1221
  INSTRUCTIONAL

9:00am CDT

Direct Feedback Through Student Reflection
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1216
In this session, we will outline the process of providing direct and specific feedback to students using student reflection sheets. Student reflection sheets are made based on summative tests or graded assignments with a specific focus on essential TEKS. These reflection sheets are a crucial part of the data analysis process and help students take ownership of their own learning.
Speakers
avatar for Whitney Bouton
JL
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1216
  INSTRUCTIONAL

9:00am CDT

Fostering Curiosity and Extending Learning: Incorporating QFT with Depth and Complexity in the Classroom
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2123
Join us for an engaging professional development session designed to equip educators with innovative instructional strategies aimed at sparking curiosity and extending learning in the classroom. This session will focus on the Question Formulation Technique (QFT) and its integration with the principles of depth and complexity to enhance student inquiry and critical thinking skills.

Speakers
avatar for Nicole Mccasland

Nicole Mccasland

Instructional Coach, Prosper ISD
avatar for Kim Cooper

Kim Cooper

GT Specialist
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2123
  INSTRUCTIONAL

9:00am CDT

Getting started with Adobe Express
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2221
In this hands-on session you will experience how Adobe Express can be used to drive teaching and learning. Adobe Express is an intuitive yet powerful tool that works on any device. You will learn how to enable Your students to create graphics like posters, infographics and more as demonstrations of learning, high-quality videos and webpages and portfolios in minutes.
Speakers
avatar for Michelle Phillips

Michelle Phillips

Instructional Technology Coordinator, Prosper ISD
F
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2221
  INSTRUCTIONAL

9:00am CDT

Heggerty PK - 1
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2100
In Prosper ISD, we use Heggerty to target the Science of Reading needs for phonological awareness. Participants will learn more about WHY we use this tool as well as tips, tricks and best practices for delivering instruction for Heggerty.
Speakers
avatar for Kellis Webb

Kellis Webb

Literacy Coach
avatar for Jessica Fowler

Jessica Fowler

Pre-K Teacher, Prosper ISD
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2100
  INSTRUCTIONAL

9:00am CDT

High School Writing Revolution: A Guide to Writing Instruction for All Content Areas
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1109
HIGH SCHOOL-In this session, you will learn about the district writing initiative to provide a common writing framework across content areas so that all students receive high quality writing instruction during their time at Prosper ISD.
Speakers
CR
MM
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1109
  INSTRUCTIONAL

9:00am CDT

Higher Engagement in Secondary Math Using Math-Based Games
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2114
Increase the engagement in Your math course with these math-based games! Students shoot y=mx+b lasers at each other, and bomb each other with ellipses, encode and decode messages by factoring and multiplying polynomials, chase each other with the Pythagorean Theorem, play volleyball with quadratic equations, punch each other with complex numbers, and attack each other with sinusoids.
Speakers
JF

John Frensley

World's Phinest Physics
Math-based games, math hands-on activities, and performance-based assessments in math.
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2114
  INSTRUCTIONAL

9:00am CDT

Kick-off Inquiry: Pairing High Yield Instructional Strategies with Primary and Secondary Sources
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1120
Learn how to implement inquiry-based teaching in the classroom using primary and secondary documents 📚. Pair document analysis with high-yield instructional strategies and formative checks for understanding. Strategies include:
  • Brainstorming Ideas 💡
  • Reading Annotations 📖
  • 3-2-1 Analysis 📋
  • Human Spectrum 👫
  • Philosophical Chairs Debate 💬
This session targets four out of the five Instructional Observation Points: student engagement, inquiry and questioning, student discourse, and feedback. 🌟
Speakers
avatar for Mandy Neece

Mandy Neece

Social Studies High School Instructional Coach, Prosper ISD
Hello! I am about to enter my 18th year in education and my second year as a Social Studies Instructional Coach in Prosper ISD.  I love everything about Social Studies. I love learning about highly effective instructional strategies to assist us in cultivating critical thinking... Read More →
avatar for Jessica Jones

Jessica Jones

MS SS Instructional Coach
Welcome back! I have been in Prosper ISD for 13 years, and have loved every moment in this fantastic district. This will be my second year as an instructional coach, supporting fellow educators as we strive to ensure high levels of learning for all students. My goal is to continue... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1120
  INSTRUCTIONAL

9:00am CDT

MAP Growth: Achievement Reports for Secondary Teachers
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1241
Learn how to use MAP Growth data to optimize your instructional practices. Learn to access, interpret, and apply MAP Growth data with a focus on the Class Profile report. Then plan how to use your data to inform ongoing work in secondary classrooms.
Speakers
LB
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1241
  INSTRUCTIONAL

9:00am CDT

MythBusters: Gifted and Talented Edition
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2111
Join us to debunk the top ten myths surrounding gifted and talented learners. Through research, examples, discussion, and dash of humor, we'll dismantle misconceptions and share strategies addressing these learners' unique needs. From challenging the notion of giftedness as solely defined by IQ to addressing the myth of effortless success, unlock the full potential of the gifted learner and connect with other GT educators who dare to lead the way.
Speakers
ST
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2111
  INSTRUCTIONAL

9:00am CDT

Navigating the ELAR Block in 1st Grade
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1111
This session will provide greater insight into the ELAR Block: scheduling, resources, assessments
Speakers
avatar for Brittany O'Leary
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1111
  INSTRUCTIONAL
  • Content Focus ELAR

9:00am CDT

Navigating the ELAR Block in 2nd Grade
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1113
This session will provide greater insight into the ELAR Block: scheduling, resources, assessments
Speakers
avatar for Stephanie Self
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1113
  INSTRUCTIONAL
  • Content Focus ELAR

9:00am CDT

Navigating the ELAR Block in 5th Grade
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1117
This session will provide greater insight into the ELAR Block: scheduling, resources, assessments
Speakers
avatar for Lyndsey Eshelman
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1117
  INSTRUCTIONAL

9:00am CDT

New Year, New You, New (Science) UFD
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1100
In this session, attendees will dive into the new Elementary Science UFD to understand the structure, identify how this creates shift in student learning, and how to use it effectively to Designed 3-dimensional units.
Speakers
avatar for Stefan Birek

Stefan Birek

Elementary Science Curriculum Coordinator, Prosper ISD
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1100
  INSTRUCTIONAL

9:00am CDT

Pillars of Success in PE
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
Gym 2
Elementary PE games and Activities
Speakers
avatar for Gene Moore
MM
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
Gym 2
  INSTRUCTIONAL

9:00am CDT

Raz-Plus Pre K-2 (ADVANCED)
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1114
This session will equip teachers in the use of Raz-Plus in more advanced ways. Teachers will dive deeper into three resources that Raz-Plus has to offer as they begin planning for implementation.
Speakers
avatar for Angie Romano

Angie Romano

Professional Learning Manager, Strategic Accounts, Learning A-Z
Angela joined Learning A-Z full time as a Professional Development Manager in 2015 after serving as a Professional Development Specialist for 3 years. She has recently moved into a new position as a National Consultant, working with Learning A-Z's largest school districts.Angela has... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1114
  INSTRUCTIONAL

9:00am CDT

Small Group Reading K-5
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1116
Join us for an insightful session on small group reading instruction tailored for grades kindergarten through fifth. Participants will walk away with: planning strategies, how to organize resources and time effectively, use data to drive instruction, and ideas for managing small groups and the rest of the class effectively.
Speakers
avatar for Alexis Garrett
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1116
  INSTRUCTIONAL

9:00am CDT

Stay Calm.... Manipulate On!
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1219
An opportunity for teachers in 4th grade to explore the manipulatives that are provided in their math kit. Referring to the grade level curriculum, teachers will leave with ideas for lessons and activities that correlate with each unit they teach.
Speakers
avatar for Liza Mastellar
KW
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1219
  INSTRUCTIONAL

9:00am CDT

STEMscopes MATH 101
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1217
Come learn how to make STEMscopes work for you! We'll unpack the basics of STEMscopes and identify essential tools to make Your planning more efficient and effective. We will also explore a few *hidden gems* that you may not know are included in STEMscopes. This session is perfect for teachers who have never used this curriculum AND teachers who have used STEMscopes but are looking to up their game.
Speakers
avatar for Kelsey Longtin
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1217
  INSTRUCTIONAL

9:00am CDT

Tailored Teaching: Strategies for Effective Differentiation in the Classroom
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2124
This workshop provides teachers with practical strategies for tailoring differentiation to meet the diverse needs of learners in their classrooms. Participants will explore a variety of approaches to differentiation. Attendees will gain insights into how to effectively adapt instruction and classroom practices to support every student's growth and success.
Speakers
DG
avatar for Sydney Jenks
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2124
  INSTRUCTIONAL

9:00am CDT

Telling Many Stories: Intentionally Incorporating Voices That Reflect Our Students
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1115
Join us for an interactive session where we will reflect on student populations and explore strategies that incorporate multiple perspectives. By intentionally representing the voices of our students, we can enhance student engagement and foster a deeper connection to the curriculum. Through discussions and practical activities, participants will explore how to authentically integrate diverse perspectives, ultimately enriching the learning experience for all students.
Speakers
avatar for Kate Jackson

Kate Jackson

Instructional Coach, Prosper ISD
I'm currently working as an Instructional Coach for middle school English teachers. This is my 8th year in Prosper ISD and 12th year in Education.
EF
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1115
  INSTRUCTIONAL

9:00am CDT

Tools and Resources for Emergent Bilingual Students (EBs)
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1237
Learn about tools, resources, and methods to help accommodate lessons, assignments, tests, and guide conversations for Your EB students.
Speakers
KR

Karla Reyes

Teacher, Prosper Independent School District
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1237
  INSTRUCTIONAL

9:00am CDT

Up for Debate- Secondary Math Book Study
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1214
This will be the LAUNCH for our year long book study on Google Classroom. Up for Debate by Chris Luziak 6 total hours including 3 hours of GT credit
Speakers
avatar for Jordan Benton
avatar for Erin Fitzgerald
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1214
  INSTRUCTIONAL

9:00am CDT

Using the Classroom Library to Support Independent Reading
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1128
Thank you to our amazing district for purchasing classroom libraries! We have this great resource...now what? In this session, participants will learn how to set students up for success with independent reading
Speakers
avatar for Andrea Coachman
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1128
  INSTRUCTIONAL

9:00am CDT

Using the Interactive Read Aloud kit to Set the Foundation for Literacy Instruction
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1126
Learn ways to promote the JOY of reading, develop children's vocabulary, and increase opportunities to think, talk, and write about texts that fully engage students' interest.
Speakers
avatar for Mona Savage
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1126
  INSTRUCTIONAL
  • Grade Focus K-5
  • Content Focus ELAR

9:00am CDT

Visual Non-Glossary Elementary Science, Math, and SS
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1102
Participants will learn how to pair instructional strategies with our district resource called the Visual Non Glossary.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Stephen Fleenor

Dr. Stephen Fleenor

Consultant, Seidlitz Education
Stephen Fleenor, PhD is a content developer with Seidlitz Education and the author of The Visual Non-Glossary and Teaching Science to ELs with Tina Beene.
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1102
  INSTRUCTIONAL

9:00am CDT

Visual Non-Glossary Secondary Math
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1108
Participants will learn how to pair instructional strategies with our district resource called the Visual Non Glossary.
Speakers
DL
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1108
  INSTRUCTIONAL

9:00am CDT

(Elem) Bridging the Gap: Strengthening Teacher-Parent Bonds through Streamlined Communication
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2223
In this dynamic and engaging session, educators will explore proven strategies and innovative approaches to improving communication with parents fostering an environment that supports student achievement and well-being. "Bridging the Gap" will provide participants with practical tools and insights on how to effectively engage parents using traditional methods and modern technology including parent newsletters, social media and more! 
Key Highlights Include:
1. Understanding Parent Perspectives: Gain insights into parents' diverse backgrounds and expectations and learn how to address their concerns.
2. Communication Tools & Techniques: Explore a variety of communication tools—from newsletters and emails to social media—that can be tailored to fit different needs and situations.
3. Building Trust and Rapport: Learn techniques to establish and maintain trust with parents, turning potentially challenging interactions into opportunities for collaboration.
4. Feedback Mechanisms: Understand the importance of feedback from parents and learn how to use it constructively to enhance teaching practices and student outcomes.

Join us to discover how you can transform your communication approach, inspire a better connection with parents, and positively impact your students' educational journey. 
Speakers
LH

Lyndsey Hamlin

Communications, PISD
avatar for Tieler Seirer

Tieler Seirer

Communications, Prosper ISD
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2223
  LEADERSHIP

9:00am CDT

Coaching Middle School UIL Speaking Events
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1215
Middle School UIL speaking coaches will learn tips and tricks for coaching the Middle School speaking events: Impromptu Speaking, Oral Reading, Modern Oratory, Original Oratory, Poetry and Prose, and Informative and Persuasive Speaking.
Speakers
RK
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1215
  LEADERSHIP

9:00am CDT

A Day in the Life of STAR Autism in Early Childhood/Blended
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2207
How does the STAR Autism Curriculum look like in a early Childhood play based classroom? This presentation will give an insight on how to implement STAR for students who are 3 and 4 with Autism as well in a blended Pre K model.
Speakers
avatar for Jackie Nicholls
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2207
  SPECIAL EDUCATION

9:00am CDT

Discover Dyslexia
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2128
Your invited to view a classroom experience through the lens of a dyslexic student. Participants will learn about the characteristics of dyslexia and engage in a dyslexia simulation.
Speakers
TD

Teresa Davis

Teacher, Prosper ISD
avatar for Erin Carte

Erin Carte

Dyslexia Therapist, Prosper ISD
JL

Johnda Lansdale

Dyslexia Therapist, Prosper ISD
avatar for April Raedisch
DW

Diane WIlliams

Dyslexia Therapist
avatar for Kim Phillips
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2128
  SPECIAL EDUCATION

9:00am CDT

Health Services and Educators Collaborating to Support Students with Chronic Health Conditions
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2216
Providing support and understanding to students who live with chronic health conditions. How teachers and health services can collaborate to keep these students in school and ready to learn by providing the support (emotional, mental, and physical) and medical interventions needed at school.
Speakers
MP
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2216
  SPECIAL EDUCATION

9:00am CDT

How to "Para," Resource Style
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2217
Learn tips and tricks for wearing all the hats and juggling all the balls necessary to be an effective resource paraprofessional in the elementary setting. From accommodations and behavior to small groups and visuals, this course will help you provide “all the things” to the students and teachers you support.
Speakers
avatar for Michele Emerson

Michele Emerson

Special Education Instructional Assistant, Prosper ISD
I have served as an instructional assistant in elementary special education for 19 years. For the past seven years, I have called Prosper ISD my home, first at Hughes and now at Bryant. I have experience in a variety of settings, including life skills, active learning, communications... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2217
  SPECIAL EDUCATION

9:00am CDT

IEP-ic Systems for SLPs
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2215
Learn how to create a system for developing evidenced based, legally compliant speech therapy IEPs that will save you time and increase your workload productivity. Specific examples and methodology for creating a system to develop and draft speech therapy specific IEPs will be shared.
Speakers
JH
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2215
  SPECIAL EDUCATION

9:00am CDT

Language for Learning
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2210
Language for Learning is a curriculum used in centralized classrooms (and a few resource classrooms based on student need). This curriculum provides young learners with the knowledge and understanding of language they need to achieve proficiency and reading comprehension. This oral language program was designed for kindergarten and primary age school children, as well as English language learners, giving them a strong foundation for expressive and receptive language.
Speakers
avatar for Chelsea Folts
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2210
  SPECIAL EDUCATION

9:00am CDT

Making Inclusion Meaningful
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2115
In this session, we will discuss strategies and classroom tools you can use to make inclusion meaningful for all students. We will discuss ways to involve students of all abilities in different aspects of Your day as well as provide ideas for how to support general education students in building their capacity as inclusive classmates.
Speakers
KB

Kayla Braaton

Communications Teacher, Prosper ISD
avatar for Hanna Maynard
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2115
  SPECIAL EDUCATION

9:00am CDT

Understanding Manifestation Determination Review (MDR) Meetings
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2209
We will discuss the legal framework for Manifestation Determination and Review ARD Meetings and 504 Meetings. Topics will include the role various meeting members play in the process and best practices associated with these meetings.
Speakers
avatar for Caroline Herring
JJ
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2209
  SPECIAL EDUCATION

9:00am CDT

Backward Designed for Administrators
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 10:50am CDT
2212
Join our professional development session led by Secondary Curriculum Coordinators to equip secondary administrators with an in-depth understanding of the Understanding by Designed curriculum framework used in Prosper ISD. Learn how UbD promotes transfer, explore the backward Designed process, and gain strategies for supporting teachers to utilize the Unit Framework Documents (UFDs) effectively during their Collaborative Team Meetings (CTMs). Leave empowered to be an instructional leader on Your campus.
Speakers
avatar for Andrea Hutchison

Andrea Hutchison

Secondary Social Studies Curriculum Coordinator, Prosper ISD
avatar for Amy Ousley

Amy Ousley

Secondary Curriculum Coordinator, Prosper ISD
avatar for Beth Bish
avatar for Devon Mize

Devon Mize

Instructional Coach, Prosper ISD
Secondary Instructional Coach in Prosper ISD
avatar for Andy Myers
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 10:50am CDT
2212
  LEADERSHIP

10:00am CDT

Attendance & Gradebook For Beginners
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1222
This session will be the basics of what you need to know on day one of school to be able to use Skyward to take attendance, enter grades, and send emails home to families. The intended audience for this class is new teachers or teachers who would like additional introductory information to be successful.
Speakers
LC
DH
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1222

10:00am CDT

Edugence 101: Jump Right In!
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1239
Join Region 10 for a session focused on showing you tools and functions in Edugence that will help you each and every day. We will start by showing you data dashboards and reports you can run which will help guide Your instructional time to maximize the impact for Your students. You don't want to miss this!
Speakers
avatar for Pennie Kimbrough

Pennie Kimbrough

Consultant, Region 10
Pennie Kimbrough is a data solutions consultant at Region 10 ESC. Prior to this role, she served as an assistant principal, a curriculum coordinator, instructional coach, and classroom teacher. Pennie has over 25 years of experience in education serving as a leader in various grade... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1239

10:00am CDT

Skyward Teacher - Time Saving Tips and Tricks
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1235
This session will go over tips and tricks of Skyward Teacher Access. This will include the Message Center, the NEW button, Online Assignments, Progress Report emails, and much more. The intended audience for this class is teachers who understand the basics of attendance and gradebook but would like to learn more about what Skyward can do for them to save them time.
Speakers
CR
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1235

10:00am CDT

Beyond Engagement: The 7 Elements of Student Agency
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2128
In this session we will dive into the transformative concept of student agency as we explore the 7 key elements. Discover practical strategies to transition from traditional models of engagement to empowering students to take ownership of their learning. Learn how to cultivate a classroom where students are active participants, driving their learning forward with confidence and autonomy. Leave inspired and equipped with tools to nurture a sense of ownership that empowers students to thrive academically and personally.
Speakers
avatar for Tiffany Nelson
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2128
  CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT

10:00am CDT

Building Culture through First Week Activities
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1214
Establishing the culture of Your classroom through high engagement activities. Getting to know Your students and students getting to know each other while having a little fun. Setting class norms and expectations.
Speakers
avatar for Jordan Benton
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1214
  CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT

10:00am CDT

Empowering Executive Function through Daily Classroom Routines
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2205
Seamlessly support Your students' executive functioning skills through daily strategies that fit naturally into Your daily classroom routines!
Speakers
JH
avatar for Nichole York

Nichole York

Prosper Isd
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2205
  CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT

10:00am CDT

Ready for a Brain Break?
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2131F
Do scheduled or whole class brain breaks seem to cause disruption in Your class? Come learn how to incorporate and manage self selected brain breaks within Your classroom. Teachers will leave with ideas for brain break rotations, classroom management ideas, and a rough draft of how to incorporate within their own classroom.
Speakers
avatar for Angela Earp
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2131F
  CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT

10:00am CDT

Using Restorative Circles in the 7th-12th Classroom
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2103
Session will focus on how to establish restorative circles within Your classroom setting to improve classroom culture, address behavior, improve social skills, and to address barriers to learning.
Speakers
avatar for Steve Weaver

Steve Weaver

Special Education Counselor
I have worked with children and adolescents for over twenty years.  My specialty is working with kiddos who may exhibit negative, isolative, disengaged, disruptive, or maladaptive behaviors in your classroom.  Social Worker by training, I understand the importance of incorporating... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2103
  CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT

10:00am CDT

Benefits enrollment and questions
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1229 Computer Lab
The Benefits team and vendors will be available to assist with benefits enrollment and answer questions
Speakers
PB
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1229 Computer Lab
  HR: BENEFITS

10:00am CDT

Beyond the Page: Using Book Club Themes to Spark Research
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1115
Participants will discover how research can serve as a bridge between nonfiction and literary texts, providing students with opportunities to deepen their understanding through exploration and analysis. Through interactive discussions and hands-on activities, educators will leave this session equipped with practical strategies to implement nonfiction and literary pairings effectively in their classrooms.
Speakers
avatar for Kate Jackson

Kate Jackson

Instructional Coach, Prosper ISD
I'm currently working as an Instructional Coach for middle school English teachers. This is my 8th year in Prosper ISD and 12th year in Education.
avatar for Julianne Killingsworth

Julianne Killingsworth

High School ELAR Instructional Coach
I am currently serving as the ELAR High School Instructional Coach, and I am entering my fifth year in Prosper ISD.
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1115
  INSTRUCTIONAL

10:00am CDT

Building Thinking Classroom in Math Every Day
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1219
This session will demonstrate how you can use the Building Thinking Classroom strategies every day in Your math block.
Speakers
avatar for Jodi Kinard
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1219
  INSTRUCTIONAL
  • Grade Focus 3-5, 6-8
  • Content Focus Math
  • Gifted & Talented GT

10:00am CDT

Come Find Me- Recognizing GT Characteristics in Emergent Bilingual
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2124
Gifted emergent bilingual students can exhibit signs of giftedness that overcome any language barrier they might be experiencing. Teachers can meet the language and learning needs of gifted multilingual students by combining best instruction for multilingual students with best instruction for gifted students.
Speakers
avatar for Heather Caldwell

Heather Caldwell

Advanced Academics Coordinator, Prosper ISD
Heather Caldwell is the Advanced Academics Coordinator in Prosper Independent School District and a lifetime advocate for the gifted population. She was a Gifted/Talented Specialist 7 years prior and holds a MEd in Higher Education. Heather is a current member of the TAGT Education... Read More →
avatar for Curstin Ploch
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2124
  INSTRUCTIONAL

10:00am CDT

Complex Tasks to Increase Student's Thinking
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2126
In this session, we will explore how to create differentiated tasks to increase students' thinking by exploring what separates "difficulty" from "complexity" and why that matters. Participants will learn how to create complex tasks that will add depth and complexity to any content area within any grade level.
Speakers
WK
MV
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2126
  INSTRUCTIONAL

10:00am CDT

EB (Emergent Bilingual) Newcomer Boot Camp
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1237
With the increased growth of the EB population in the district, this course will equip teachers with strategies, resources, and tools to support newcomer students in their classroom.
Speakers
MV

May Vang

Teacher, Prosper ISD
RC
avatar for Laura De La Borda

Laura De La Borda

Reeves and Johnson, ESL Specialist
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1237
  INSTRUCTIONAL

10:00am CDT

Elementary Library Programming
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1221
Elementary Librarians are tasked with teaching, booktalking, organizing, AND making sure all students have opportunities to be a part of reading and learning clubs. There is no right way - but together we can plan this year's events. Join us to learn how to schedule and organize 3D Print Clubs, Book Clubs, Student Assistants, Reading Challenges, and Reading Incentives. We also need you to share Your methods and add to the collaboration.
Speakers
avatar for D'Anne Mosby

D'Anne Mosby

Librarian
D'Anne Dwight Mosby is a Texas Certified School Librarian, Teacher, Google for Education Certified Trainer, Pear Deck Coach, reader, leader, and lover of all things #edTech! She is a promoter of reading, learning, research, critical thinking, and digital literacy among students and... Read More →
avatar for Chelse Henry
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1221
  INSTRUCTIONAL

10:00am CDT

Fostering Curiosity and Extending Learning: Incorporating QFT with Depth and Complexity in the Classroom
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2123
Join us for an engaging professional development session designed to equip educators with innovative instructional strategies aimed at sparking curiosity and extending learning in the classroom. This session will focus on the Question Formulation Technique (QFT) and its integration with the principles of depth and complexity to enhance student inquiry and critical thinking skills.

Speakers
avatar for Nicole Mccasland

Nicole Mccasland

Instructional Coach, Prosper ISD
avatar for Kim Cooper

Kim Cooper

GT Specialist
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2123
  INSTRUCTIONAL

10:00am CDT

Fuel Curiosity: Strategies for Engaging Critical Thinking in Social Studies
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1120
Interested in increasing inquiry-based learning in your social studies classroom? 🌍 Learn high-yield strategies to stimulate curiosity and develop critical thinking skills in your students. Start with non-curricular examples and seamlessly integrate content-specific discussions over time. 🕰️
Explore the role of primary sources in fostering inquiry and empowering students to analyze, question, and interpret historical narratives with depth and insight. 📜🔍
Unlock the potential of inquiry-based learning to make history come alive for your students! 🌟
Speakers
avatar for Jessica Jones

Jessica Jones

MS SS Instructional Coach
Welcome back! I have been in Prosper ISD for 13 years, and have loved every moment in this fantastic district. This will be my second year as an instructional coach, supporting fellow educators as we strive to ensure high levels of learning for all students. My goal is to continue... Read More →
EF
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1120
  INSTRUCTIONAL

10:00am CDT

Getting Started with Book Creator
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2219
Join PISDEdtech as we connect live with a Book Creator expert to show us how it can be used to create powerful demonstrations of learning in every subject area and grade level.
Speakers
avatar for Michelle Phillips

Michelle Phillips

Instructional Technology Coordinator, Prosper ISD
P
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2219
  INSTRUCTIONAL

10:00am CDT

Handwriting Without Tears
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1218
This ADVANCED session will provide opportunities for teachers to engage students at high levels with multi-sensory
Speakers
HW
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1218
  INSTRUCTIONAL
  • Grade Focus K-2
  • Content Focus ELAR

10:00am CDT

Heggerty PK - 1
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2100
In Prosper ISD, we use Heggerty to target the Science of Reading needs for phonological awareness. Participants will learn more about WHY we use this tool as well as tips, tricks and best practices for delivering instruction for Heggerty.
Speakers
avatar for Kellis Webb

Kellis Webb

Literacy Coach
avatar for Jessica Fowler

Jessica Fowler

Pre-K Teacher, Prosper ISD
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2100
  INSTRUCTIONAL

10:00am CDT

Higher Engagement in Secondary Math Using Math-Based Games
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2114
Increase the engagement in Your math course with these math-based games! Students shoot y=mx+b lasers at each other, and bomb each other with ellipses, encode and decode messages by factoring and multiplying polynomials, chase each other with the Pythagorean Theorem, play volleyball with quadratic equations, punch each other with complex numbers, and attack each other with sinusoids.
Speakers
JF

John Frensley

World's Phinest Physics
Math-based games, math hands-on activities, and performance-based assessments in math.
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2114
  INSTRUCTIONAL

10:00am CDT

Making Data Manageable
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2101
Managing data can feel daunting, yet it's essential for informed decision-making. In this course, we'll explore diverse data forms, tracking methods, and effective strategies tailored for quick and frequent analysis. Emphasizing student performance and accommodation tracking, we'll equip you to start the school year with a robust framework for ongoing success. Prepare to confidently make data-driven decisions throughout the school year!
Speakers
avatar for Aly Jordan
avatar for Darby Haselden
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2101
  INSTRUCTIONAL

10:00am CDT

MAP Growth: Achievement Reports for Elementary Teachers
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1241
Learn how to use MAP Growth data to optimize your instructional practices. Learn to access, interpret, and apply MAP Growth data with a focus on Student and Class Profile reports. Then plan how to use your data to inform ongoing work in elementary classrooms.
Speakers
LB
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1241
  INSTRUCTIONAL

10:00am CDT

Math Workshop—What Students are Doing When Your in Small Group, Audience K-5
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1212
Learn how to structure math workshop so Your students can become successful, independent learners, allowing you to maximize small group instruction. This session will focus on structure, accountability, and expectations.
Speakers
avatar for Donna Boucher

Donna Boucher

Mathematics Consultant & Author, Math Coach's Corner
My mission is to help math teachers and students feel more positive and confident about math. Math is a fascinating, beautiful, and creative subject. It’s about choosing the path that makes sense to you and engaging in robust mathematical discussions. It’s understanding that everyone... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1212
  INSTRUCTIONAL
  • Grade Focus K-5
  • Content Focus Math

10:00am CDT

Middle School Writing Revolution: A Guide to Writing Instruction for All Content Areas
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1109
MIDDLE-SCHOOL AM In this session you will learn about the district writing initiative to provide a common writing framework across content areas so that all students receive high quality writing instruction
during their time at Prosper ISD.
Speakers
avatar for Amy Rench
avatar for Paige Wilson

Paige Wilson

6th Grade ELAR, Hays Middle School
I currently teach 6th grade ELAR at Hays Middle School and serve as the team lead. The upcoming school year will mark my tenth year of teaching, with six of those years dedicated to teaching all subjects in 4th grade. I am also excited to share that I will be the Hope Squad advisor... Read More →
avatar for Dawn Logeman
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1109
  INSTRUCTIONAL

10:00am CDT

More Than a Math Tool - Desmos for ALL
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1217
Come learn how Desmos, traditionally a math tool, can impact Your students learning. The presenters will share their experiences on how the platform has increased their student engagement and rigor. Further, the presenters will show you how to utilize the tool in Your classroom, regardless of content.
Speakers
avatar for Erin Fitzgerald
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1217
  INSTRUCTIONAL

10:00am CDT

Navigating the ELAR Block in Kindergarten
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1111
This session will provide greater insight into the ELAR Block: scheduling, resources, assessments
Speakers
MS
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1111
  INSTRUCTIONAL
  • Content Focus ELAR

10:00am CDT

New Year, New You, New (Science) UFD
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1100
In this session, attendees will dive into the new Elementary Science UFD to understand the structure, identify how this creates shift in student learning, and how to use it effectively to Designed 3-dimensional units.
Speakers
avatar for Stefan Birek

Stefan Birek

Elementary Science Curriculum Coordinator, Prosper ISD
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1100
  INSTRUCTIONAL

10:00am CDT

Planning Science Purposefully in the 5E Model
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1103
A constructivist approach to science instruction has been shown to increase content understanding, assessment scores, and student attitude toward instruction. In Building Understanding, participants will explore the 5E method of unit planning to create facilitated experiences where students create their knowledge.
Speakers
avatar for Samantha Bradbury

Samantha Bradbury

Science/STEM Consultant, Region 10 ESC
Samantha is a highly experienced education professional with a background in biological sciences as well as being certified in STEM teaching . Her eighteen year career includes ten years of teaching high school, eight years as a Science and STEM Lead and showcases her passion for... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1103
  INSTRUCTIONAL

10:00am CDT

Processing Your Planning
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1123
his professional development session aims to empower educators with the knowledge and skills needed to Designed intentional, TEKS-aligned lessons that foster critical thinking, civil discourse, media literacy, and evidence-based reasoning among students. By integrating processing standards into instructional practices, teachers will enhance their ability to create dynamic learning experiences that prepare students for success in an ever-evolving, information-rich society.
Speakers
avatar for Kelly Bellar

Kelly Bellar

Consultant, Region 10
Hello. I am the K-12 Social Studies Consultant for the Region 10 Education Service Center. Prior to joining Region 10, I spent 18 years in the classroom. During that time I taught 6th grade World Cultures, 7th grade Texas History, 8th grade US History and then spent two years at the... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1123
  INSTRUCTIONAL

10:00am CDT

Raz-Plus - Grades 3-5 (Beginner)
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1114
This beginner session will provide Grade 3-5 teachers with a "How To" overview of Raz-Plus.
Speakers
avatar for Angie Romano

Angie Romano

Professional Learning Manager, Strategic Accounts, Learning A-Z
Angela joined Learning A-Z full time as a Professional Development Manager in 2015 after serving as a Professional Development Specialist for 3 years. She has recently moved into a new position as a National Consultant, working with Learning A-Z's largest school districts.Angela has... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1114
  INSTRUCTIONAL

10:00am CDT

Reimagining (Book) Projects
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1113
In ELAR, it is easy to fall under the assumption that major assignments or projects can either be fun or rigorous but never both. But WHY? This session is designed to help teachers reimagine how independent and novel study projects can engage students.
Speakers
CA

Christopher Ashlock

Teacher, Prosper ISD
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1113
  INSTRUCTIONAL

10:00am CDT

Scaffolding with the Socratic Method Workshop
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2210
In this session, collaboration between a special education inclusion teacher and general education teacher will be modeled to demonstrate how to scaffold instruction and assignments to support the individual needs of ALL students in the classroom. Strategies and techniques, as well as helpful tools, will be provided to those participating in this session.
Speakers
LV
avatar for Mason Reeves
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2210
  INSTRUCTIONAL

10:00am CDT

Slow and Steady wins the race - Teaching with Deep Intentionality
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2111
Using graphic organizers as a foundation of intentional teaching.
Speakers
AL
CM
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2111
  INSTRUCTIONAL

10:00am CDT

Small Group Reading K-5
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1116
Join us for an insightful session on small group reading instruction tailored for grades kindergarten through fifth. Participants will walk away with: planning strategies, how to organize resources and time effectively, use data to drive instruction, and ideas for managing small groups and the rest of the class effectively.
Speakers
avatar for Alexis Garrett
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1116
  INSTRUCTIONAL

10:00am CDT

TEAMwork Makes the DREAMwork in PE
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Gym 2
Kickstart your school year with these team building activities to help your students with cooperation, communication, and building a positive classroom culture.


Speakers
avatar for Kelli Smith

Kelli Smith

PE Teacher, Baker Elementary
My name is Kelli Smith and I teach K-5 PE at Baker Elementary! I am passionate about quality PE and collaborating with other teachers to create engaging and fun activities for our students!
avatar for Gia McClain

Gia McClain

Physical Education Teacher, PISD
I have been in education for 19 years, 13 of them in Prosper ISD. 9 of those years, I taught in the Special Education Resource classroom. I enjoy creating a fun and engaging space accessible for all children.
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Gym 2
  INSTRUCTIONAL

10:00am CDT

Unleashing Creativity with Adobe AI Image Creator in Education
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2221
Unlock the potential of Your students' creativity and enhance Your teaching with the power of Adobe AI Image Creator! Participants will embark on a journey to explore the cutting-edge capabilities of Adobe's artificial intelligence technology tailored for image creation. Discover how educators can leverage AI to customize educational content and create visually appealing materials tailored to their teaching style. Students can utilize this tool to personalize their projects with unique visuals. During our time together we will create several text to image projects that you can share immediately.
Speakers
avatar for Michelle Phillips

Michelle Phillips

Instructional Technology Coordinator, Prosper ISD
F
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2221
  INSTRUCTIONAL

10:00am CDT

Using the Classroom Library to Support Independent Reading
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1128
Thank you to our amazing district for purchasing classroom libraries! We have this great resource...now what? In this session, participants will learn how to set students up for success with independent reading
Speakers
avatar for Andrea Coachman
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1128
  INSTRUCTIONAL

10:00am CDT

Using the Interactive Read Aloud kit to Set the Foundation for Literacy Instruction
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1126
Learn ways to promote the JOY of reading, develop children's vocabulary, and increase opportunities to think, talk, and write about texts that fully engage students' interest.
Speakers
avatar for Mona Savage
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1126
  INSTRUCTIONAL
  • Grade Focus K-5
  • Content Focus ELAR

10:00am CDT

Visual Non-Glossary Elementary Science, Math, and SS
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1102
Participants will learn how to pair instructional strategies with our district resource called the Visual Non Glossary.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Stephen Fleenor

Dr. Stephen Fleenor

Consultant, Seidlitz Education
Stephen Fleenor, PhD is a content developer with Seidlitz Education and the author of The Visual Non-Glossary and Teaching Science to ELs with Tina Beene.
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1102
  INSTRUCTIONAL

10:00am CDT

Visual Non-Glossary Secondary Social Studies
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1108
Participants will learn how to pair instructional strategies with our district resource called the Visual Non Glossary.
Speakers
DL
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1108
  INSTRUCTIONAL

10:00am CDT

Voice Through Choice
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1216
Unlock the full potential of your students by embracing an approach that champions individual or group creativity! In this session, educators will explore the power of offering choice and allowing student voice in various subject areas. Join us as we embark on a journey to revolutionize teaching and learning, empowering students to take ownership of their education and become confident, self-directed learners.
Speakers
avatar for Stacey Focht
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1216
  INSTRUCTIONAL

10:00am CDT

Writing Revolution for Elementary Teachers: A Guide for Writing Across Content Areas
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1125
This session will discuss the district writing initiative and provide a common writing framework to use across content areas to help students receive high quality writing instruction.
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1125
  INSTRUCTIONAL

10:00am CDT

(Second) Bridging the Gap: Strengthening Teacher-Parent Bonds through Streamlined Communication
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2223
In this dynamic and engaging session, educators will explore proven strategies and innovative approaches to improving communication with parents fostering an environment that supports student achievement and well-being. "Bridging the Gap" will provide participants with practical tools and insights on how to effectively engage parents using traditional methods and modern technology including parent newsletters, social media and more! 
Key Highlights Include:
1. Understanding Parent Perspectives: Gain insights into parents' diverse backgrounds and expectations and learn how to address their concerns.
2. Communication Tools & Techniques: Explore a variety of communication tools—from newsletters and emails to social media—that can be tailored to fit different needs and situations.
3. Building Trust and Rapport: Learn techniques to establish and maintain trust with parents, turning potentially challenging interactions into opportunities for collaboration.
4. Feedback Mechanisms: Understand the importance of feedback from parents and learn how to use it constructively to enhance teaching practices and student outcomes.

Join us to discover how you can transform your communication approach, inspire a better connection with parents, and positively impact your students' educational journey. 
Speakers
LH

Lyndsey Hamlin

Communications, PISD
avatar for Tieler Seirer

Tieler Seirer

Communications, Prosper ISD
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2223
  LEADERSHIP

10:00am CDT

Building Bridges: Effective Strategies for Coaches in Partnering with Parents
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1225
In this session, we delve into the critical relationship between coaches and parents, exploring strategies that foster collaboration, trust, and mutual support within sports programs. Acknowledging the pivotal role parents play in a young athlete's journey, we examine practical approaches for coaches to engage, communicate, and build meaningful partnerships with parents.
Speakers
MW
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1225
  LEADERSHIP

10:00am CDT

HELP! I am the Campus UIL Coordinator
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1215
Current and prospective campus UIL Coordinators will learn strategies for getting organized in UIL that will make the year manageable, less work and stress, and more fun. The district Academic Competition Director will share tips and tracks for setting yourself up for a smooth and successful year.
Speakers
RK
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1215
  LEADERSHIP

10:00am CDT

Touchdown Tactics: Leveraging Team Strengths for Peak Performance
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1122
In this session, we will explore how to leverage team dynamics to create a high-functioning, productive team. Teachers will learn about the various stages of team development and identify the unique strengths of each team member. By recognizing and reflecting on our team dynamics, we will develop strategies to enhance collaboration and productivity. This session will equip you with the tools to enhance teamwork and achieve success together.
Speakers
avatar for Shelli Brown

Shelli Brown

Secondary World Language Instructional Coach
avatar for Mandy Neece

Mandy Neece

Social Studies High School Instructional Coach, Prosper ISD
Hello! I am about to enter my 18th year in education and my second year as a Social Studies Instructional Coach in Prosper ISD.  I love everything about Social Studies. I love learning about highly effective instructional strategies to assist us in cultivating critical thinking... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1122
  LEADERSHIP

10:00am CDT

Building Bridges: Embracing Diversity and Friendship- An Elementary Curriculum for Effective Communication and Inclusivity
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2207
Come and see how we have promoted inclusive friendships between students with disabilities and their peers in general education at Cockrell ES. Learn what the advantages are for both groups of students and are parents also benefiting from these relationships.
Speakers
avatar for Christina Cornell

Christina Cornell

Active Learning Teacher, Prosper ISD
I teach Elementary Active Learning. I have experience with Middle School and High School Active Learning as well.
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2207
  SPECIAL EDUCATION

10:00am CDT

Data Collection Systems for SLPs
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2215
Learn how to create a system for data tracking methods that will save you time and increase your workload productivity.
Speakers
JH
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2215
  SPECIAL EDUCATION

10:00am CDT

ICE, ICE (and Band-Aids) BABY!
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2216
This session will help teachers/staff to better understand how to manage acute and chronic health conditions within the classroom setting, when to send concerns to the clinic, what is considered an emergent concern, and their role in the promotion of general health and wellness, and safety of our students.
Speakers
KG
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2216
  SPECIAL EDUCATION

10:00am CDT

Sensory Strategies in the Classroom
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2115
This session will provide an introduction to sensory processing and modulation, and how it affects learning in our students. The most common sensory concerns in the classroom will be discussed with the corresponding strategies and accommodations that can be implemented in the classroom to support our students' sensory needs.
Speakers
DS
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2115
  SPECIAL EDUCATION

10:00am CDT

Unique Learning Systems (ULS) Benchmarks
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2209
ULS Benchmark assessments assist teachers in gathering baseline data and track and monitor progress in targeted skill areas: emerging skills, early learning, reading, writing, basic math, and math problem-solving. This session is designed to provide teachers with a deeper understanding of the Benchmark assessments and how to effectively administer them.
Speakers
avatar for Brandi Romero

Brandi Romero

Functional Academics Teacher
KK
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2209
  SPECIAL EDUCATION

10:00am CDT

VB-MAPP Overview
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2211
An overview of the VB-MAPP (Verbal Behavior - Milestones Assessment and Placement Program) which is a language and social skills assessment program designed for children with Autism or other Developmental Disabilities. You will learn how to administer and analyze the main assessment, as well as the milestones and barriers assessments for students with functional language deficits that impede access to the general education curriculum.
Speakers
avatar for Heather Williams

Heather Williams

SPED Instructional Coach, PISD
KL
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2211
  SPECIAL EDUCATION

10:00am CDT

Understanding Accessibility Features and Designated Supports for STAAR
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 11:50am CDT
1101

Accessibility Overview-
  • Explore what features are available for all students on state assessments
Dig into Designated Support Documents
  • How do students qualify for designated suppports?
  • What do the supports look like in the Online Testing Platform?
Activities and Discussions on Accessibility Features and Designated Supports
  • Hands on access to the testing platform 
  • What do allowable Supplemental Aids and Math Manipulatives look like?

Speakers
SH

Sandy Hicks

DTC, Prosper ISD
District Testing Coordinator 
avatar for Courtney Jennings

Courtney Jennings

District 504 Coordinator
Thursday August 1, 2024 10:00am - 11:50am CDT
1101
  SPECIAL EDUCATION

11:00am CDT

Benefits enrollment and questions
Thursday August 1, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
1229 Computer Lab
The Benefits team and vendors will be available to assist with benefits enrollment and answer questions
Speakers
PB
Thursday August 1, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
1229 Computer Lab
  HR: BENEFITS

11:00am CDT

Adobe Express: Creating Quality Videos
Thursday August 1, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
2221
In this interactive workshop, discover the art of crafting videos using Adobe Express, equipping you with the knowledge to empower Your students with essential skills for expressing, presenting, and sharing content through video. Students will have access to Adobe’s library of stock images, video clips, and audio. Within a few minutes anyone can create a dynamic video to express their learning, voice, or ideas!
Speakers
avatar for Michelle Phillips

Michelle Phillips

Instructional Technology Coordinator, Prosper ISD
F
Thursday August 1, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
2221
  INSTRUCTIONAL

11:00am CDT

Building Better Questions
Thursday August 1, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
1103
Are Your questions being met with silence and stares? Are you tired of hearing simple, one-word responses? In Building Better Questions, we will use our students natural curiosity to ask effective questions that promote thought and conversation, participating in questioning practices that are easy to adapt for all grade levels and topics.
Speakers
avatar for Samantha Bradbury

Samantha Bradbury

Science/STEM Consultant, Region 10 ESC
Samantha is a highly experienced education professional with a background in biological sciences as well as being certified in STEM teaching . Her eighteen year career includes ten years of teaching high school, eight years as a Science and STEM Lead and showcases her passion for... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
1103
  INSTRUCTIONAL

11:00am CDT

Come Find Me- Recognizing GT Characteristics in Emergent Bilingual
Thursday August 1, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
2124
Gifted emergent bilingual students can exhibit signs of giftedness that overcome any language barrier they might be experiencing. Teachers can meet the language and learning needs of gifted multilingual students by combining best instruction for multilingual students with best instruction for gifted students.
Speakers
avatar for Heather Caldwell

Heather Caldwell

Advanced Academics Coordinator, Prosper ISD
Heather Caldwell is the Advanced Academics Coordinator in Prosper Independent School District and a lifetime advocate for the gifted population. She was a Gifted/Talented Specialist 7 years prior and holds a MEd in Higher Education. Heather is a current member of the TAGT Education... Read More →
avatar for Curstin Ploch
Thursday August 1, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
2124
  INSTRUCTIONAL

11:00am CDT

Complex Tasks to Increase Student's Thinking
Thursday August 1, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
2126
In this session, we will explore how to create differentiated tasks to increase students' thinking by exploring what separates "difficulty" from "complexity" and why that matters. Participants will learn how to create complex tasks that will add depth and complexity to any content area within any grade level.
Speakers
avatar for Jenny Edrington

Jenny Edrington

Gifted & Talented Specialist, PISD
LS
Thursday August 1, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
2126
  INSTRUCTIONAL

11:00am CDT

Essential Questions in Action: Integrating EQs with High-Yield Strategies
Thursday August 1, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
1120
🌟 Learn how to seamlessly integrate essential questions into your lessons by pairing them with high-yield instructional strategies. These powerful strategies include:
  • Now and Then ⏰
  • Inferencing 🧠
  • Causation Cards with an Extent Barometer twist 🔀
  • Affirmation and Challenge ✅❌
  • Cyber Sandwich 🍔
Strategies can be incorpoated in all content areas and excel in 4 out of 5 Instructional Observation Points: Student Engagement, Inquiry/Questioning, Civil Discourse, and  Feedback🌟
Speakers
avatar for Mandy Neece

Mandy Neece

Social Studies High School Instructional Coach, Prosper ISD
Hello! I am about to enter my 18th year in education and my second year as a Social Studies Instructional Coach in Prosper ISD.  I love everything about Social Studies. I love learning about highly effective instructional strategies to assist us in cultivating critical thinking... Read More →
EF
Thursday August 1, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
1120
  INSTRUCTIONAL

11:00am CDT

Rigor Through Connection
Thursday August 1, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
2123
Classical literature and historical documents are essential to any teacher's curriculum. So, how do teachers connect students to documents and literature that are antiquated? In this session, learn how to create meaningful connections when our students are evolving, but our texts are not.
Speakers
avatar for Loralea Ray
JB
Thursday August 1, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
2123
  INSTRUCTIONAL

11:00am CDT

Slow and Steady wins the race - Teaching with Deep Intentionality
Thursday August 1, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
2111
Using graphic organizers as a foundation of intentional teaching.
Speakers
AL
CM
Thursday August 1, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
2111
  INSTRUCTIONAL

11:00am CDT

Using the Classroom Library to Support Independent Reading
Thursday August 1, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
1128
Thank you to our amazing district for purchasing classroom libraries! We have this great resource...now what? In this session, participants will learn how to set students up for success with independent reading
Speakers
avatar for Andrea Coachman
Thursday August 1, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
1128
  INSTRUCTIONAL

11:00am CDT

Using the Interactive Read Aloud kit to Set the Foundation for Literacy Instruction
Thursday August 1, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
1126
Learn ways to promote the JOY of reading, develop children's vocabulary, and increase opportunities to think, talk, and write about texts that fully engage students' interest.
Speakers
avatar for Mona Savage
Thursday August 1, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
1126
  INSTRUCTIONAL
  • Grade Focus K-5
  • Content Focus ELAR

11:00am CDT

You Can Do What With Screencastify?
Thursday August 1, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
2219
Join PISDEdtech as we connect live with a Screencastify Expert to see new features and different ways to use this tool beyond simple screencasting!
Speakers
avatar for Michelle Phillips

Michelle Phillips

Instructional Technology Coordinator, Prosper ISD
P
Thursday August 1, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
2219
  INSTRUCTIONAL

11:00am CDT

Discover Dyslexia
Thursday August 1, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
2128
Your invited to view a classroom experience through the lens of a dyslexic student. Participants will learn about the characteristics of dyslexia and engage in a dyslexia simulation.
Speakers
TD

Teresa Davis

Teacher, Prosper ISD
avatar for Erin Carte

Erin Carte

Dyslexia Therapist, Prosper ISD
avatar for Kristi Fortenberry
avatar for Laura Hecht

Laura Hecht

Dyslexia Therapist, Prosper ISD
avatar for Carisa Long
Thursday August 1, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
2128
  SPECIAL EDUCATION

12:00pm CDT

Benefits enrollment and questions
Thursday August 1, 2024 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
1229 Computer Lab
The Benefits team and vendors will be available to assist with benefits enrollment and answer questions
Speakers
PB
Thursday August 1, 2024 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
1229 Computer Lab
  HR: BENEFITS

12:00pm CDT

5 Tips for Choosing Better Workstations, Audience K-5
Thursday August 1, 2024 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
1212
With students spending more time in math workshop, it’s essential that they are provided with high-quality tasks and held accountable for the work they do. Example tasks, which you’ll be able to download, illustrate each of the tips in this session.
Speakers
avatar for Donna Boucher

Donna Boucher

Mathematics Consultant & Author, Math Coach's Corner
My mission is to help math teachers and students feel more positive and confident about math. Math is a fascinating, beautiful, and creative subject. It’s about choosing the path that makes sense to you and engaging in robust mathematical discussions. It’s understanding that everyone... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
1212
  INSTRUCTIONAL
  • Grade Focus K-5
  • Content Focus Math

12:00pm CDT

Edpuzzle: New Features Alert
Thursday August 1, 2024 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
2219
Join PISDEdtech as we show you the basics of Canva. You will learn how to access Your district rostered account as well as customizing templates by adding Canva elements, images, video and text!
Speakers
MM

Michelle Maple

ITC, Prosper ISD
Thursday August 1, 2024 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
2219
  INSTRUCTIONAL

12:00pm CDT

Game-Changing Formative Assessment Strategies for a Winning Classroom
Thursday August 1, 2024 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
1120
Enhance your instructional impact by leveraging formative assessments in every lesson. This session will demonstrate how to adapt high-yield instructional strategies into formative assessments, ensuring you can effectively monitor and support student learning 📊. 

Designed to be applicable across all content areas 📚, this session provides strategies from the Secondary C&I Instructional Playbook that can be immediately implemented in your classroom. These strategies include:
  • Think-Pair-Share 🗣️
  • 3-2-1 (Great for Maps, Charts and Graphs)📋 
  • Hexagonal Thinking 🔷
  • Poetry 📜
If you are looking for ways to incorporate formative assessments into your T-TESS goals, this session is for you! ✅
Speakers
avatar for Jessica Jones

Jessica Jones

MS SS Instructional Coach
Welcome back! I have been in Prosper ISD for 13 years, and have loved every moment in this fantastic district. This will be my second year as an instructional coach, supporting fellow educators as we strive to ensure high levels of learning for all students. My goal is to continue... Read More →
avatar for Mandy Neece

Mandy Neece

Social Studies High School Instructional Coach, Prosper ISD
Hello! I am about to enter my 18th year in education and my second year as a Social Studies Instructional Coach in Prosper ISD.  I love everything about Social Studies. I love learning about highly effective instructional strategies to assist us in cultivating critical thinking... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
1120
  INSTRUCTIONAL

12:00pm CDT

MAP Growth: Achievement Reports for Secondary Teachers
Thursday August 1, 2024 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
1241
Learn how to use MAP Growth data to optimize your instructional practices. Learn to access, interpret, and apply MAP Growth data with a focus on the Class Profile report. Then plan how to use your data to inform ongoing work in secondary classrooms.
Speakers
LB
Thursday August 1, 2024 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
1241
  INSTRUCTIONAL

12:00pm CDT

Unleashing Creativity with Adobe AI Image Creator in Education
Thursday August 1, 2024 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
2221
Unlock the potential of Your students' creativity and enhance Your teaching with the power of Adobe AI Image Creator! Participants will embark on a journey to explore the cutting-edge capabilities of Adobe's artificial intelligence technology tailored for image creation. Discover how educators can leverage AI to customize educational content and create visually appealing materials tailored to their teaching style. Students can utilize this tool to personalize their projects with unique visuals. During our time together we will create several text to image projects that you can share immediately.
Speakers
avatar for Michelle Phillips

Michelle Phillips

Instructional Technology Coordinator, Prosper ISD
F
Thursday August 1, 2024 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
2221
  INSTRUCTIONAL

12:00pm CDT

Visual Non-Glossary Elementary Science, Math, and SS
Thursday August 1, 2024 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
1102
Participants will learn how to pair instructional strategies with our district resource called the Visual Non Glossary.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Stephen Fleenor

Dr. Stephen Fleenor

Consultant, Seidlitz Education
Stephen Fleenor, PhD is a content developer with Seidlitz Education and the author of The Visual Non-Glossary and Teaching Science to ELs with Tina Beene.
Thursday August 1, 2024 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
1102
  INSTRUCTIONAL

12:00pm CDT

Visual Non-Glossary Secondary Social Studies
Thursday August 1, 2024 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
1108
Participants will learn how to pair instructional strategies with our district resource called the Visual Non Glossary.
Speakers
DL
Thursday August 1, 2024 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
1108
  INSTRUCTIONAL

12:00pm CDT

Classroom Management and Behavior 101
Thursday August 1, 2024 12:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
2108
Learn about the science of the relationship between the brain and behavior, gain a complete understanding of developing a classroom management plan that will work, and learn specific strategies for dealing with student misbehavior in the moment. Tools include utilizing the CHAMPs framework for structuring activities and transitions, proven strategies for reacting to dysregulated behavior, and exploring and using the resource of PBIS World.
Speakers
avatar for Ronald Bramhall

Ronald Bramhall

Consultant, Region 10
US Army Veteran, former Outward Bound Instructor, Juvenile Probation Officer, GT Educator/Coordinator and published Author who currently serves Region 10 in Texas as a GT and Instructional Support Consultant. Originally from Pittsburgh, PA, with a M. Ed. from Southern Methodist University... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 12:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
2108
  CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT

12:00pm CDT

Building Thinking Classrooms in Elementary Math Toolkit #2
Thursday August 1, 2024 12:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
LGI 1
Additional Information: This session is the second in a series of workshops designed to introduce participants to the 14 teaching practices for enhancing learning outlined in Peter Liljedahl’s book, Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics. He recommends a gradual implementation of the practices, so that’s how this series is designed.
Speakers
avatar for Kimberly Northcutt

Kimberly Northcutt

Elementary Math Consultant, Region 10
Thursday August 1, 2024 12:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
LGI 1
  INSTRUCTIONAL

12:00pm CDT

Building Thinking Classrooms in Secondary Math (grades 6-12), Toolkit #2 Secondary Math
Thursday August 1, 2024 12:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
LGI 2
Do you strive to help students go beyond rote memorization and repetitive calculations? Many traditional classroom norms and habits actually enable “non-thinking” student behavior. In this session, we'll examine specific teaching practices that will fine tune Your thinking classroom.

This session is the second in a series of workshops designed to introduce participants to the 14 teaching practices for enhancing learning outlined in Peter Liljedahl’s book, Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics. He recommends a gradual implementation of the practices, so that’s how this series is designed.
Speakers
avatar for Julie Frizzell

Julie Frizzell

Secondary Math Consultant, Region 10 Education Service Center
Julie is a life-long learner who loves to share what she learns with others. As an educator for 40+ years, she brings a wealth of experience to her role as a secondary math consultant at Region 10 ESC. Julie has taught math at the middle school, high school, and college level, and... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 12:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
LGI 2
  INSTRUCTIONAL

12:00pm CDT

Incorporating Document-Based Skills and Strategies within Daily Instruction
Thursday August 1, 2024 12:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1119
Looking for ways to utilize the resources and skills embedded in a DBQ? Looking for ways to incorporate more writing into your daily social studies lessons? Document-based questions (DBQs) are often used as a way to access a student’s historical and analytical thinking skills and argumentative writing abilities. But, DBQs can also be used to teach those skills in a student-centered approach. "DBQ-In-A-Day" will focus on ways to utilize bits-and-pieces of a DBQ unit in short one- or two-day lessons. The training will feature various strategies to help students with document analysis and increase writing skills through "DBQ Quick Writes." The goal is for participants to leave with a better sense of how they can utilize the DBQ resources beyond full units, worksheet packets and within their daily instruction.
Speakers
BB
avatar for Tyler Adams

Tyler Adams

Regional Director of Professional Development and Partnerships, The DBQ Project
Tyler grew up in Delaware and earned a business degree from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. He transitioned to teaching in 2006 and has taught history, science and reading at the middle school level. Tyler also served as an elementary school instructional coach in Lake County... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 12:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1119
  INSTRUCTIONAL

12:00pm CDT

Small Moves, Big Gains
Thursday August 1, 2024 12:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
2120
This unique training will equip participants with 23 small moves they can make immediately to support students ability to talk more, think more, and achieve more. All the moves are both modeled and practiced throughout the session. Additionally, participants will dive into the role of habits in teaching. We will survey current research about how habits are formed and directly connect that to action steps for the classroom.
Speakers
avatar for Allison Hand

Allison Hand

Education Consultant, Seidlitz Education
Developing Language in Every Classroom!Seidlitz Education’s mission is to support school districts and teachers with increasing academic achievement for English Learners. Seidlitz Education provides research-based consultations, trainings, coaching, and products with innovative... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 12:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
2120
  INSTRUCTIONAL

12:00pm CDT

¡Toma la palabra!
Thursday August 1, 2024 12:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
2218
Teachers in dual language programs and teachers of Spanish are looking for ways to enhance the development of academic Spanish in their classrooms. They are also looking for ways to increase their own practice of academic Spanish. This training directly addresses those needs.
Speakers
avatar for Monica Lara

Monica Lara

CEO, Seidlitz Education
Dr. Mónica Lara is the CEO at Seidlitz Education. She is a Keynote speaker and the author of ¡Toma la palabra!: Enlazando la oralidad y la lectoescritura. She is also the co-author of ELLs in Texas: What Teachers Need to Know and ELs in Texas: What School Leaders Need to Know. She... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 12:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
2218
  INSTRUCTIONAL

1:00pm CDT

Attendance & Gradebook For Beginners
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1222
This session will be the basics of what you need to know on day one of school to be able to use Skyward to take attendance, enter grades, and send emails home to families. The intended audience for this class is new teachers or teachers who would like additional introductory information to be successful.
Speakers
LC
DH
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1222

1:00pm CDT

Edugence 101: Jump Right In!
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1239
Join Region 10 for a session focused on showing you tools and functions in Edugence that will help you each and every day. We will start by showing you data dashboards and reports you can run which will help guide Your instructional time to maximize the impact for Your students. You don't want to miss this!
Speakers
avatar for Pennie Kimbrough

Pennie Kimbrough

Consultant, Region 10
Pennie Kimbrough is a data solutions consultant at Region 10 ESC. Prior to this role, she served as an assistant principal, a curriculum coordinator, instructional coach, and classroom teacher. Pennie has over 25 years of experience in education serving as a leader in various grade... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1239

1:00pm CDT

Skyward Teacher - Time Saving Tips and Tricks
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1235
This session will go over tips and tricks of Skyward Teacher Access. This will include the Message Center, the NEW button, Online Assignments, Progress Report emails, and much more. The intended audience for this class is teachers who understand the basics of attendance and gradebook but would like to learn more about what Skyward can do for them to save them time.
Speakers
CR
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1235

1:00pm CDT

It's All About Engagement: Kagan Strategies
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1219
Come experience Kagan Structures and strategies to maximize engagement and learning. This session will provide you with a toolbox full of structures, ideas, and tips you can use Day 1! Come experience a Rally Robin, Round Robin, Timed Pair Share, Rally Coach, Fan-n-Pick, and so much more.
Speakers
avatar for Kathy Hoernke

Kathy Hoernke

Math Teacher, Rock Hill High School
Dr. Kathy Hoernke is a dedicated educator with over 25 years of experience in teaching mathematics and science. She currently teaches Honors Algebra 2 and Statistics at Rock Hill High School and serves as a College Site Supervisor for student teachers across grades K – 12. Dr. Hoernke's... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1219
  CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT

1:00pm CDT

Social Emotional Learning
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1109
Social Emotional Development for the Early Childhood Special Education Classroom
Speakers
avatar for Jeanine Eagan
avatar for Susan Caver
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1109
  CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT

1:00pm CDT

TBRI & Trauma-Informed Classrooms
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
2100
TBRI & Trauma-Informed Classrooms training equips educators to help children from backgrounds of abuse, neglect, and/or trauma. Join us to learn how to disarm fear, optimize learning, and facilitate healing for vulnerable children in the classroom. This training will include information that applies to a wide variety of ages.
Speakers
avatar for Stephanie Clayton

Stephanie Clayton

Student Support Counselor, Prosper ISD
KF
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
2100
  CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT

1:00pm CDT

Benefits enrollment and questions
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1229 Computer Lab
The Benefits team and vendors will be available to assist with benefits enrollment and answer questions
Speakers
PB
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1229 Computer Lab
  HR: BENEFITS

1:00pm CDT

"Up"-ing Your Questioning Game
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1123
"Questions serve as the central focus of history. Historians investigate questions and develop evidence-based answers to those questions. It is imperative that historical instruction employ the methodology of "doing history" to ensure a rigorous experience for all students. Employing the historical inquiry process in Social Studies classrooms promotes student engagement and retention". (Bruce Lesh, Why Won't You Just Tell Us The Answer?)

In this session, we will dive into why and how to develop effective questioning strategies for both students and teachers that promote critical thinking and discussion.
Speakers
avatar for Kelly Bellar

Kelly Bellar

Consultant, Region 10
Hello. I am the K-12 Social Studies Consultant for the Region 10 Education Service Center. Prior to joining Region 10, I spent 18 years in the classroom. During that time I taught 6th grade World Cultures, 7th grade Texas History, 8th grade US History and then spent two years at the... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1123
  INSTRUCTIONAL

1:00pm CDT

Beyond Engagement: The 7 Elements of Student Agency
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
2128
In this session we will dive into the transformative concept of student agency as we explore the 7 key elements. Discover practical strategies to transition from traditional models of engagement to empowering students to take ownership of their learning. Learn how to cultivate a classroom where students are active participants, driving their learning forward with confidence and autonomy. Leave inspired and equipped with tools to nurture a sense of ownership that empowers students to thrive academically and personally.
Speakers
avatar for Tiffany Nelson
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
2128
  INSTRUCTIONAL

1:00pm CDT

Book Creator: New Features Alert
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
2219
Join PISDEdtech as we connect live with a Book Creator expert to discover all of Book Creator’s new features.
Speakers
avatar for Michelle Phillips

Michelle Phillips

Instructional Technology Coordinator, Prosper ISD
P
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
2219
  INSTRUCTIONAL

1:00pm CDT

Collaborative Thinking Tasks
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
2103
Learn and practice techniques to promote collaboration, encourages dialogue, allows for argumentation, pre-learn or deepen vocabulary, build presentation skills, allow student movement, and foster critical thinking for students.
Speakers
avatar for Kathleen Zellers
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
2103
  INSTRUCTIONAL

1:00pm CDT

Cultivating Creativity
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
2111
Step away from the glitter, and cut the Crayolas! In this session, we'll explore the true meaning of creativity and its role in maximizing the GT learner's intellectual abilities and overall development. Whether you teach GT classes or are looking to differentiate for Your GT learners within a classroom, we'll delve into opportunities to nurture and support the creative components of divergent thinking, curiosity, and novelty.
Speakers
ST
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
2111
  INSTRUCTIONAL

1:00pm CDT

Data Breakdown for Intervention Planning
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1122
How to breakdown assessment data with your team to better plan/ facilitate intervention.
Speakers
avatar for Nathan Payne
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1122
  INSTRUCTIONAL

1:00pm CDT

Deconstructing Depth of Knowledge
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
2115
If Your understanding of depth of knowledge (DOK) is a little cloudy, you are not alone.In this session participants can expect a K-5 view of how to dig deeper into developing lesson opportunities that are academically rigorous, socially and emotionally supportive, and student responsive.
Speakers
avatar for Dani Cardaropoli

Dani Cardaropoli

Curriculum Coach
avatar for Cody McGregor

Cody McGregor

Elementary Instructional Coach, Prosper ISD
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
2115
  INSTRUCTIONAL

1:00pm CDT

Digitized Language Support Strategies
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1221
Come learn about strategies utilizing Peardeck to support student literacy and comprehension across all subject areas. Bring a text that you utilize in Your classroom to convert it to a Peardeck language supports masterpiece after learning how we use these strategies in our classroom!
Speakers
avatar for Jordan Stroh
CP
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1221
  INSTRUCTIONAL

1:00pm CDT

Fostering Curiosity and Extending Learning: Incorporating QFT with Depth and Complexity in the Classroom
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
2123
Join us for an engaging professional development session designed to equip educators with innovative instructional strategies aimed at sparking curiosity and extending learning in the classroom. This session will focus on the Question Formulation Technique (QFT) and its integration with the principles of depth and complexity to enhance student inquiry and critical thinking skills.

Speakers
avatar for Nicole Mccasland

Nicole Mccasland

Instructional Coach, Prosper ISD
avatar for Kim Cooper

Kim Cooper

GT Specialist
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
2123
  INSTRUCTIONAL

1:00pm CDT

Getting the Most Out of ReadTheory
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1134
ReadTheory is a district-approved online reading platform that challenges students to become better readers. Students take a reading inventory and are then given reading material at their reading level but then are pushed to the next level. The program goes from 1st grade through 12th grade. The best part? ReadTheory provides real-time data on Your students' reading levels and it lets both you and the student work together to set reading goals.
Speakers
SS

Shawn Strachan

ESL Specialist, Prosper Independent School District
My educational passion is streamlining processes so I'll have more time to help my students. I like utilizing programs that are engaging, intuitive, and time-saving. My background is in language acquisition, and I believe this gives me unique insight to all subject content at all... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1134
  INSTRUCTIONAL

1:00pm CDT

Google Classroom Rubrics
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1116
Using Google Classroom Rubrics sets assignment criteria, allows for quicker feedback to students, and makes grading easier for teachers.
Speakers
avatar for Cindy Syrett
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1116
  INSTRUCTIONAL

1:00pm CDT

Handwriting Without Tears (BEGINNING)
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1218
This beginning session will provide teachers with an INTRODUCTION to our district's handwriting curriculum.
Speakers
HW
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1218
  INSTRUCTIONAL
  • Grade Focus K-2
  • Content Focus ELAR

1:00pm CDT

Kagan Strategies in the Secondary Music Classroom
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1225
Kagan Strategies are cooperative learning structures that promote positive interdependence, individual accountability, equal participation, and simultaneous interaction among all students. While secondary music classrooms already contain many of these ideas, this session will provide you with deliberate, structured activities to help you think outside the box and provide original experiences for students of all levels and abilities!C
Speakers
avatar for Cathy Koziatek
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1225
  INSTRUCTIONAL

1:00pm CDT

MAP Growth: Achievement Reports for Elementary Teachers
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1241
Learn how to use MAP Growth data to optimize your instructional practices. Learn to access, interpret, and apply MAP Growth data with a focus on Student and Class Profile reports. Then plan how to use your data to inform ongoing work in elementary classrooms.
Speakers
LB
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1241
  INSTRUCTIONAL

1:00pm CDT

Mathematician Like Me
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1217
Students have many different layers to their identity which translate to a preconceived notion of their ability to be successful in “math” (whatever that is).The messaging students get from culture tells a lot of students they are not mathematicians based on their gender, race, age, or other aspects of their identity. In this session, I will share with you how I expanded my students’ understanding of what it means to be a mathematician, and what it means to do math, and use what I learned to empower the multiple identities of my students.
Speakers
avatar for Erin Fitzgerald
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1217
  INSTRUCTIONAL

1:00pm CDT

Maximizing Learning Outcomes: Preparing Students for Success Before They Leave Class
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
2101
In the dynamic landscape of education, the goal isn't just to impart knowledge to students. We strive for students to have a complete understanding of the content in each class. We need to collect quick data (qualitative or quantitative) on student understanding and then act on it before students leave our classes. Join us for an engaging session where we delve into strategies aimed at maximizing learning outcomes by preparing students for success before they even step out of the classroom door.
Speakers
avatar for Shelli Brown

Shelli Brown

Secondary World Language Instructional Coach
avatar for Kara Noah
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
2101
  INSTRUCTIONAL

1:00pm CDT

Navigating the ELAR Block in 1st Grade
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1111
This session will provide greater insight into the ELAR Block: scheduling, resources, assessments
Speakers
avatar for Brittany O'Leary
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1111
  INSTRUCTIONAL
  • Content Focus ELAR

1:00pm CDT

Navigating the ELAR Block in 2nd Grade
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1113
This session will provide greater insight into the ELAR Block: scheduling, resources, assessments
Speakers
avatar for Stephanie Self
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1113
  INSTRUCTIONAL
  • Content Focus ELAR

1:00pm CDT

Navigating the ELAR Block in 4th Grade
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1117
This session will provide greater insight into the ELAR Block: scheduling, resources, assessments
Speakers
avatar for Laurin Heidrich
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1117
  INSTRUCTIONAL

1:00pm CDT

Out With A Bang! Little to No Prep Closing Strategies
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1115
Master the art of concluding Your classes with practical strategies designed to leave a lasting impression on Your students' learning experience. This session is ideal for grades 4-12.
Speakers
avatar for Julianne Killingsworth

Julianne Killingsworth

High School ELAR Instructional Coach
I am currently serving as the ELAR High School Instructional Coach, and I am entering my fifth year in Prosper ISD.
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1115
  INSTRUCTIONAL

1:00pm CDT

Pillars of Success in PE
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
Gym 2
Elementary PE games and Activities
Speakers
avatar for Gene Moore
MM
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
Gym 2
  INSTRUCTIONAL

1:00pm CDT

Planning Science Purposefully in the 5E Model
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1103
A constructivist approach to science instruction has been shown to increase content understanding, assessment scores, and student attitude toward instruction. In Building Understanding, participants will explore the 5E method of unit planning to create facilitated experiences where students create their knowledge.
Speakers
avatar for Samantha Bradbury

Samantha Bradbury

Science/STEM Consultant, Region 10 ESC
Samantha is a highly experienced education professional with a background in biological sciences as well as being certified in STEM teaching . Her eighteen year career includes ten years of teaching high school, eight years as a Science and STEM Lead and showcases her passion for... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1103
  INSTRUCTIONAL

1:00pm CDT

Playbook Strategies for Engaging Students in Social Studies
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1125
Join us for a dynamic session on high-yield, engaging, and easy-to-implement instructional strategies for Elementary Social Studies. Discover strategies that can be used across grade levels and with a multitude of content, ensuring maximum impact in Your classroom.
Speakers
avatar for Megan Tumulty

Megan Tumulty

Elementary Social Studies Coordinator, PISD
avatar for Lacey Glenn

Lacey Glenn

Elementary Instructional Coach
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1125
  INSTRUCTIONAL

1:00pm CDT

Q-Interactive Advanced
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
2215
This advanced session will take participants beyond the basics. Learn how to modify existing assessments, print additional reports, and more.
Speakers
KK

Kristy Kemp

Educational Diagnostician, Prosper ISD
SC
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
2215
  INSTRUCTIONAL

1:00pm CDT

Raz-Plus Grades 3-5 (ADVANCED)
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1114
This ADVANCED Raz-Plus session will provide teachers with additional ways to support students with this digital resource. This session will equip teachers in the use of Raz-Plus in more advanced ways. Teachers will dive deeper into three resources that Raz-Plus has to offer as they begin planning for implementation.
Speakers
avatar for Angie Romano

Angie Romano

Professional Learning Manager, Strategic Accounts, Learning A-Z
Angela joined Learning A-Z full time as a Professional Development Manager in 2015 after serving as a Professional Development Specialist for 3 years. She has recently moved into a new position as a National Consultant, working with Learning A-Z's largest school districts.Angela has... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1114
  INSTRUCTIONAL

1:00pm CDT

Science TEKS (K-12) Unpacked: A Collaborative Workshop
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
2114
Bring Your teammates and colleagues to a workshop where you will have the opportunity to explore the ins and outs of the revised K-12 TEKS together, sharing our best ideas and strategies for making it work in our classrooms. It's all about collaboration and supporting each other as we adapt to these changes.
Speakers
avatar for Amy Ousley

Amy Ousley

Secondary Curriculum Coordinator, Prosper ISD
avatar for Stefan Birek

Stefan Birek

Elementary Science Curriculum Coordinator, Prosper ISD
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
2114
  INSTRUCTIONAL

1:00pm CDT

Seesaw for PK-2
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
2221
Join PISDEdtech as we discuss how Seesaw creates a powerful learning loop between students, teachers, and families.
Speakers
avatar for Derek Haney

Derek Haney

Instructional Technology, Prosper ISD
I always strive to be a champion of student learning.
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
2221
  INSTRUCTIONAL

1:00pm CDT

Showing growth in athletic performance with technology and a data collection..
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1215
This session will look at how to use data to collected from training to show growth in athletics training. Thru the use of google sheets, easy to generate charts, and videos, you can demonstrate an athlete's growth and comparison in an easy to understand format.
Speakers
avatar for Brian Thompson

Brian Thompson

Prosper High School
I am entering my 22nd year as a coach and teacher and my 8th year at Prosper High School.  I have served as a football coach (Offensive Line and Offensive Coordinator), head powerlifting for both boys and girls programs, and as a district wide strength and conditioning coordinator... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1215
  INSTRUCTIONAL

1:00pm CDT

Success with Word Problems—Moving Beyond CUBES, Audience K-5
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1212
Students need reading comprehension skills to be successful with word problems. The 3 Reads Protocol is a simple, yet highly effective, strategy for boosting students' ability to solve word problems
Speakers
avatar for Donna Boucher

Donna Boucher

Mathematics Consultant & Author, Math Coach's Corner
My mission is to help math teachers and students feel more positive and confident about math. Math is a fascinating, beautiful, and creative subject. It’s about choosing the path that makes sense to you and engaging in robust mathematical discussions. It’s understanding that everyone... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1212
  INSTRUCTIONAL
  • Grade Focus K-5
  • Content Focus Math
  • Gifted & Talented GT

1:00pm CDT

Supporting Student with Autism
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
2205
Highlights and information taken from the Texas Autism Conference:
The 32nd annual Texas Autism Conference will provide families, educators, campus leadership, and individuals with autism with strategies, resources, tools, and evidence-based practices in the education and service of persons with autism.
Speakers
NB
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
2205
  INSTRUCTIONAL

1:00pm CDT

Tools and Resources for Emergent Bilingual Students (EBs)
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1237
Learn about tools, resources, and methods to help accommodate lessons, assignments, tests, and guide conversations for Your EB students.
Speakers
KR

Karla Reyes

Teacher, Prosper Independent School District
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1237
  INSTRUCTIONAL

1:00pm CDT

Unlocking History: Integrating Primary Documents for Deeper Understanding in Social Studies
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1120
Explore practical strategies for seamlessly integrating primary documents into your classroom 📚. From photographs 🖼️ to speeches 🗣️ and maps 🗺️, primary sources offer a rich perspective on historical events. Discover high-yield instructional strategies designed to enhance student engagement and foster critical thinking skills, including:
  • The 4 Sentence Story ✍️
  • Visual Reveal 👀
  • 3-2-1 Analysis 📋
  • Window Pane Analysis 🖼️
Unlock the power of primary sources to make history come alive for your students! 🌟
Speakers
avatar for Jessica Jones

Jessica Jones

MS SS Instructional Coach
Welcome back! I have been in Prosper ISD for 13 years, and have loved every moment in this fantastic district. This will be my second year as an instructional coach, supporting fellow educators as we strive to ensure high levels of learning for all students. My goal is to continue... Read More →
avatar for Mandy Neece

Mandy Neece

Social Studies High School Instructional Coach, Prosper ISD
Hello! I am about to enter my 18th year in education and my second year as a Social Studies Instructional Coach in Prosper ISD.  I love everything about Social Studies. I love learning about highly effective instructional strategies to assist us in cultivating critical thinking... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1120
  INSTRUCTIONAL

1:00pm CDT

Using the Classroom Library to Support Independent Reading
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1128
Thank you to our amazing district for purchasing classroom libraries! We have this great resource...now what? In this session, participants will learn how to set students up for success with independent reading
Speakers
avatar for Andrea Coachman
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1128
  INSTRUCTIONAL

1:00pm CDT

Using the Interactive Read Aloud kit to Set the Foundation for Literacy Instruction
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1126
Learn ways to promote the JOY of reading, develop children's vocabulary, and increase opportunities to think, talk, and write about texts that fully engage students' interest.
Speakers
avatar for Mona Savage
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1126
  INSTRUCTIONAL
  • Grade Focus K-5
  • Content Focus ELAR

1:00pm CDT

Vertical Problem Solving - What to Show and Know for Mastery
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1214
Using Vertical Problem Solving to promote high quality collaboration and student discourse. Generating problems using TEKS data protocol evidence to lead students to know and show mastery.
Speakers
LC

Laurie Cammack

Teacher, Prosper ISD
avatar for Angela Rutledge
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1214
  INSTRUCTIONAL
  • Grade Focus 45356
  • Content Focus Math
  • Gifted & Talented GT

1:00pm CDT

Visual Non-Glossary Elementary Science, Math, and SS
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1102
Participants will learn how to pair instructional strategies with our district resource called the Visual Non Glossary.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Stephen Fleenor

Dr. Stephen Fleenor

Consultant, Seidlitz Education
Stephen Fleenor, PhD is a content developer with Seidlitz Education and the author of The Visual Non-Glossary and Teaching Science to ELs with Tina Beene.
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1102
  INSTRUCTIONAL

1:00pm CDT

Visual Non-Glossary Secondary Math
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1108
Participants will learn how to pair instructional strategies with our district resource called the Visual Non Glossary.
Speakers
DL
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1108
  INSTRUCTIONAL

1:00pm CDT

Your AI Teacher Assistant
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
2131F
A practical approach demonstrating how teachers can use AI to more efficiently prepare, plan, and complete many tasks allowing you to serve students better. Come prepared to use AI to help you with a known topic or lesson.
Speakers
avatar for Scott Nichols

Scott Nichols

Prosper High School, Teacher, Prosper ISD
I bring twelve years of experience teaching high school social studies, initially in Florida and for the past three years at Prosper High School. As a dedicated lifelong learner, I consistently seek innovative approaches to engaging students in the subject matter. Eleven years ago... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
2131F
  INSTRUCTIONAL

1:00pm CDT

(General) Bridging the Gap: Strengthening Teacher-Parent Bonds through Streamlined Communication
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
2223
In this dynamic and engaging session, educators will explore proven strategies and innovative approaches to improving communication with parents fostering an environment that supports student achievement and well-being. "Bridging the Gap" will provide participants with practical tools and insights on how to effectively engage parents using traditional methods and modern technology including parent newsletters, social media and more! 
Key Highlights Include:
1. Understanding Parent Perspectives: Gain insights into parents' diverse backgrounds and expectations and learn how to address their concerns.
2. Communication Tools & Techniques: Explore a variety of communication tools—from newsletters and emails to social media—that can be tailored to fit different needs and situations.
3. Building Trust and Rapport: Learn techniques to establish and maintain trust with parents, turning potentially challenging interactions into opportunities for collaboration.
4. Feedback Mechanisms: Understand the importance of feedback from parents and learn how to use it constructively to enhance teaching practices and student outcomes.

Join us to discover how you can transform your communication approach, inspire a better connection with parents, and positively impact your students' educational journey. 
Speakers
LH

Lyndsey Hamlin

Communications, PISD
avatar for Tieler Seirer

Tieler Seirer

Communications, Prosper ISD
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
2223
  LEADERSHIP

1:00pm CDT

Connecting with Families of Children with Special Needs to Promote Student Success
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
2209
Research shows family engagement is a big factor in student success. This session is an opportunity to learn tried and true ways to connect with the families of children with special needs and to gain their trust while building impactful relationships that will enrich the learning environment for everyone involved!
Speakers
avatar for Colleen Kugler

Colleen Kugler

Family Support Specialist, Prosper ISD
Colleen Kugler has been working in the field of special education for 30 years.  She recieved her Bachelors in Special Education from Marywood University in 1993 and her Masters in Special Education from Manhattan College in 2000.  Colleen was a Peace Corps Volunteer in Tunisia... Read More →
ST
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
2209
  SPECIAL EDUCATION

1:00pm CDT

Do Your Goals Measure Up?
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
2211
Learn to write objective, measurable IEP goals following the TCBC method (Timeline, Condition, Behavior, Criteria)
Speakers
avatar for Stephanie Cross

Stephanie Cross

SPED Instructional Coach, Prosper ISD
avatar for Kim Smith

Kim Smith

Special Education Instructional Coach - Centralized Programs, Prosper ISD
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
2211
  SPECIAL EDUCATION

1:00pm CDT

Health Services and Educators Collaborating to Support Students with Chronic Health Conditions
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
2216
Providing support and understanding to students who live with chronic health conditions. How teachers and health services can collaborate to keep these students in school and ready to learn by providing the support (emotional, mental, and physical) and medical interventions needed at school.
Speakers
MP
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
2216
  SPECIAL EDUCATION

1:00pm CDT

How to "Para," Resource Style
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
2217
Learn tips and tricks for wearing all the hats and juggling all the balls necessary to be an effective resource paraprofessional in the elementary setting. From accommodations and behavior to small groups and visuals, this course will help you provide “all the things” to the students and teachers you support.
Speakers
avatar for Michele Emerson

Michele Emerson

Special Education Instructional Assistant, Prosper ISD
I have served as an instructional assistant in elementary special education for 19 years. For the past seven years, I have called Prosper ISD my home, first at Hughes and now at Bryant. I have experience in a variety of settings, including life skills, active learning, communications... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
2217
  SPECIAL EDUCATION

1:00pm CDT

Language for Writing
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
2210
Language for Writing is a oral language and writing program . Direct instruction provides a systematic and explicit teaching to develop language and writing skills. It focuses not only on writing, but vocabulary, syntax, and organizational skills that underpin writing. Some of the contect focus is on sentences, grammar, thinking skills, punctuation and capitalization, interpreting written texts, writing narratives about pictures, and specific writing skills.
Speakers
avatar for Mayra Butler
avatar for Laura Mccauley
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
2210
  SPECIAL EDUCATION

1:00pm CDT

Modified Curriculum
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
2207
Modified Curriculum Training
Speakers
MZ
SF

Sarah Fiannaca

Teacher, Prosper ISD
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
2207
  SPECIAL EDUCATION

1:00pm CDT

SPED Embrace Training- Pricipals Only
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
2212
Coming Soon
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
2212

1:00pm CDT

District Section 504 Compliance Training
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1101
  • Audience is for everyone
  • Required for all campus 504 and Testing Faciliators must attend
  • Understand legal requirements of Section 504
  • Complete annual district compliance of Section 504
  • Become trainer of trainers to campus staff for Section 504


Speakers
SH

Sandy Hicks

DTC, Prosper ISD
District Testing Coordinator 
avatar for Courtney Jennings

Courtney Jennings

District 504 Coordinator
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1101
  SPECIAL EDUCATION

2:00pm CDT

AI Basics: Lets save time.
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
2131F
In this dynamic session, dive into the world of Artificial Intelligence and unlock its incredible potential to streamline Your classroom activities and enhance student learning. From basic AI usage to advanced engineering prompts, this session is Your gateway to harnessing cutting-edge technology for educational success.
Speakers
CN
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
2131F

2:00pm CDT

Attendance & Gradebook For Beginners
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1222
This session will be the basics of what you need to know on day one of school to be able to use Skyward to take attendance, enter grades, and send emails home to families. The intended audience for this class is new teachers or teachers who would like additional introductory information to be successful.
Speakers
LC
DH
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1222

2:00pm CDT

Skyward Teacher - Time Saving Tips and Tricks
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1235
This session will go over tips and tricks of Skyward Teacher Access. This will include the Message Center, the NEW button, Online Assignments, Progress Report emails, and much more. The intended audience for this class is teachers who understand the basics of attendance and gradebook but would like to learn more about what Skyward can do for them to save them time.
Speakers
CR
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1235

2:00pm CDT

Unlocking Classroom Success: Mastering Management through Routines and Stations
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1115
Join this session to discover practical strategies for structuring Your daily classroom routines, minimizing unstructured time and disruptive behaviors, and boosting student engagement while addressing intervention needs. The structured techniques shared in this session will equip you with confidence and resources that you can readily implement starting from the very first week of school!
Speakers
avatar for Paige Wilson

Paige Wilson

6th Grade ELAR, Hays Middle School
I currently teach 6th grade ELAR at Hays Middle School and serve as the team lead. The upcoming school year will mark my tenth year of teaching, with six of those years dedicated to teaching all subjects in 4th grade. I am also excited to share that I will be the Hope Squad advisor... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1115
  CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT

2:00pm CDT

Benefits enrollment and questions
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1229 Computer Lab
The Benefits team and vendors will be available to assist with benefits enrollment and answer questions
Speakers
PB
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1229 Computer Lab
  HR: BENEFITS

2:00pm CDT

Building Thinking Classroom in Math Every Day
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1219
This session will demonstrate how you can use the Building Thinking Classroom strategies every day in Your math block.
Speakers
avatar for Jodi Kinard
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1219
  INSTRUCTIONAL
  • Grade Focus 3-5, 6-8
  • Content Focus Math
  • Gifted & Talented GT

2:00pm CDT

Can We Talk About Science?
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1103
Are you, and Your students, growing tired of using the standard communication techniques? In Can We Talk About Science?, we will discuss and use accountability and total participation strategies to get all students engaged in content conversations, ensuring student-led conversations as an essential part of Your science instruction.
Speakers
avatar for Samantha Bradbury

Samantha Bradbury

Science/STEM Consultant, Region 10 ESC
Samantha is a highly experienced education professional with a background in biological sciences as well as being certified in STEM teaching . Her eighteen year career includes ten years of teaching high school, eight years as a Science and STEM Lead and showcases her passion for... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1103
  INSTRUCTIONAL

2:00pm CDT

Canva: Spark Inspiration and Save Time with AI
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
2221
Join PISDEdtech as we focus on student creation in Canva. We will look at different ways this creation tool can transform student learning.
Speakers
MM

Michelle Maple

ITC, Prosper ISD
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
2221
  INSTRUCTIONAL

2:00pm CDT

Curiosity Drip: 3D learning in action
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
2103
Engagement is tied to students thinking. Learn how to keep students engaged longer with a curiosity drip.
Speakers
avatar for Kara Noah
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
2103
  INSTRUCTIONAL

2:00pm CDT

Direct Feedback Through Student Reflection
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1216
In this session, we will outline the process of providing direct and specific feedback to students using student reflection sheets. Student reflection sheets are made based on summative tests or graded assignments with a specific focus on essential TEKS. These reflection sheets are a crucial part of the data analysis process and help students take ownership of their own learning.
Speakers
avatar for Whitney Bouton
JL
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1216
  INSTRUCTIONAL

2:00pm CDT

EB (Emergent Bilingual) Newcomer Boot Camp
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1237
With the increased growth of the EB population in the district, this course will equip teachers with strategies, resources, and tools to support newcomer students in their classroom.
Speakers
avatar for Meridith Hill

Meridith Hill

Hughes ESL specialist
avatar for Leighann Sheppard
avatar for Laura De La Borda

Laura De La Borda

Reeves and Johnson, ESL Specialist
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1237
  INSTRUCTIONAL

2:00pm CDT

Going Vertical in ELAR
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1116
Learn how to take the vertical workspace approach from "Thinking Classroom" and apply it to Your K-2 ELAR block.
Speakers
avatar for Brittany Wooley
avatar for Diane Soto

Diane Soto

2nd Grade Teacher
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1116
  INSTRUCTIONAL
  • Grade Focus K-2
  • Content Focus ELAR

2:00pm CDT

Handwriting Without Tears
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1218
This ADVANCED session will provide opportunities for teachers to engage students at high levels with multi-sensory
Speakers
HW
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1218
  INSTRUCTIONAL
  • Grade Focus K-2
  • Content Focus ELAR

2:00pm CDT

Instructional Strategy Playbook - A Playbook for All Educators
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1114
Discover practical strategies designed to enhance student collaboration, critical thinking, and dialogue about learning. Whether you teach in the Library, Art room, STEAM room, or classroom, these strategies are invaluable tools for fostering active student engagement. In this session, we will explore the Instructional Strategy Playbook, and be provided with real-world examples of how some of these strategies have been successfully implemented beyond traditional classrooms. You'll leave with actionable insights and personalized ideas for integrating these strategies seamlessly into Your teaching environment.
Speakers
avatar for Heather Garavaglia

Heather Garavaglia

Librarian, Prosper ISD
avatar for Sarah O'Connor
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1114
  INSTRUCTIONAL

2:00pm CDT

MAP Growth: Achievement Reports for Secondary Teachers
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1241
Learn how to use MAP Growth data to optimize your instructional practices. Learn to access, interpret, and apply MAP Growth data with a focus on the Class Profile report. Then plan how to use your data to inform ongoing work in secondary classrooms.
Speakers
LB
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1241
  INSTRUCTIONAL

2:00pm CDT

Maximizing Learning Outcomes: Preparing Students for Success Before They Leave Class
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
2101
In the dynamic landscape of education, the goal isn't just to impart knowledge to students. We strive for students to have a complete understanding of the content in each class. We need to collect quick data (qualitative or quantitative) on student understanding and then act on it before students leave our classes. Join us for an engaging session where we delve into strategies aimed at maximizing learning outcomes by preparing students for success before they even step out of the classroom door.
Speakers
avatar for Shelli Brown

Shelli Brown

Secondary World Language Instructional Coach
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
2101
  INSTRUCTIONAL

2:00pm CDT

Middle School Writing Revolution: A Guide to Writing Instruction for All Content Areas
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1109
MIDDLE SCHOOL PM-In this session you will learn about the district writing initiative to provide a common writing framework across content areas so that all students receive high quality writing instruction during their time at Prosper ISD.
Speakers
avatar for Katelyn Briscoe

Katelyn Briscoe

7th Grade ELAR Teacher
I am a 7th Grade ELAR Teacher at Rushing, and I was also a member of the Writing Revolution Taskforce during the 2023-2024 school year that worked to implement and identify best-practices to vertically align the PISD writing curriculum across content areas.
LW

Lorelei Wofford

Prosper ISD
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1109
  INSTRUCTIONAL

2:00pm CDT

Navigating the ELAR Block in 3rd Grade
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1113
This session will provide greater insight into the ELAR Block: scheduling, resources, assessments
Speakers
GH
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1113
  INSTRUCTIONAL
  • Content Focus ELAR

2:00pm CDT

Navigating the ELAR Block in 5th Grade
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1117
This session will provide greater insight into the ELAR Block: scheduling, resources, assessments
Speakers
avatar for Lyndsey Eshelman
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1117
  INSTRUCTIONAL

2:00pm CDT

Navigating the ELAR Block in Kindergarten
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1111
This session will provide greater insight into the ELAR Block: scheduling, resources, assessments
Speakers
MS
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1111
  INSTRUCTIONAL
  • Content Focus ELAR

2:00pm CDT

Purposeful Questions in Secondary Math
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1214
One of the 8 Effective Mathematics teaching practices from NCTM is "Pose Purposeful Questions". Effective teaching of mathematics uses purposeful questions to assess and advance students' reasoning and sense making about important mathematical ideas.
Speakers
avatar for Jordan Benton
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1214
  INSTRUCTIONAL

2:00pm CDT

Putting the Context Before the Content
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
2111
Helping students understand the importance of the context in their own content learning, but also how to create historical context in their writing.
Speakers
AL
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
2111
  INSTRUCTIONAL

2:00pm CDT

Social Skills --It's more than just conversations
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
2210
Just like academic services, Social Skills requires Specially Designed Instruction to effectively implement our students' IEPs. Utilizing evidence-based instructional practices & strategies and district-approved curriculum resources, we will learn how to structure Your Social Skills Groups. We will focus on three things: 1. How to target goals and split students into groups, 2. What curriculum to use, and 3. Ideas to structure a workshop model classroom.
Speakers
ML
MW
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
2210
  INSTRUCTIONAL

2:00pm CDT

Starting and Ending with Thinking in Social Studies Book Study Kickoff
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1123
In this session we will kick off our Starting and Ending with Thinking in Social Studies book study. Participants will recieve a free copy of the book and will get a chance to dive in to the book and discuss the first chapter with their colleagues. By registering for this kickoff session, you are committing to complete the independent book study. This session is capped at 15 participants.
Speakers
avatar for Andrea Hutchison

Andrea Hutchison

Secondary Social Studies Curriculum Coordinator, Prosper ISD
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1123
  INSTRUCTIONAL

2:00pm CDT

STEMscopes MATH 101
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1217
Come learn how to make STEMscopes work for you! We'll unpack the basics of STEMscopes and identify essential tools to make Your planning more efficient and effective. We will also explore a few *hidden gems* that you may not know are included in STEMscopes. This session is perfect for teachers who have never used this curriculum AND teachers who have used STEMscopes but are looking to up their game.
Speakers
avatar for Kelsey Longtin
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1217
  INSTRUCTIONAL

2:00pm CDT

Structured Conversations with QSSSA
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1221
This session will explore building student discourse around academic vocabulary.
Speakers
avatar for Rachel Smith
avatar for Brittany Ramos
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1221
  INSTRUCTIONAL

2:00pm CDT

Student Centered Instruction in the World Language Classroom
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1122

In this session, we will learn how to implement strategies that place students in the center of the learning process. We will walk through various student centered activities and strategies that you can implement in Your classroom.
Speakers
MO
avatar for Amina Chaghani
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1122
  INSTRUCTIONAL

2:00pm CDT

Student Ownership and Feedback
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
2216
This course is a comprehensive exploration of integrating technology to elevate feedback processes in the classroom. Participants will review and learn new strategies for providing rich and timely responses (feedback), setting clear learning objectives (feedup), and guiding students toward continuous improvement (feedforward). The course emphasizes how using educational technologies can support the teacher's productivity and efficiency in providing feedback to students and empower students in their education journey.
Speakers
avatar for Derek Haney

Derek Haney

Instructional Technology, Prosper ISD
I always strive to be a champion of student learning.
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
2216
  INSTRUCTIONAL

2:00pm CDT

The 5Es of Inquiry-Based Science
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
2114
This session serves as a springboard for The 5Es of Inquiry-Based Science book study. Participants will receive a free copy of the book and will get a chance to dive into the book to discuss the first chapter with their colleagues. By registering for this kickoff session, you are committing to complete the independent book study. This session is capped at 15 participants.  
Speakers
avatar for Amy Ousley

Amy Ousley

Secondary Curriculum Coordinator, Prosper ISD
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
2114
  INSTRUCTIONAL

2:00pm CDT

Total Physical Response for Vocabulary Acquisition
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1134
Total Physical Response (TPR) will get Your students out of their seat, moving, and engaged with academic vocabulary. This strategy is great for students of all ages and abilities, and it works for every content. Use speech and action to build neural pathways for acquisition, not just memorization.
Speakers
SS

Shawn Strachan

ESL Specialist, Prosper Independent School District
My educational passion is streamlining processes so I'll have more time to help my students. I like utilizing programs that are engaging, intuitive, and time-saving. My background is in language acquisition, and I believe this gives me unique insight to all subject content at all... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1134
  INSTRUCTIONAL

2:00pm CDT

Using Padlet to Create Engaging Learning Experiences
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
2219
Join PISDEdtech as we connect with a Padlet expert to discover advanced features for improving collaboration, peer feedback and making thinking visible for all learners, and get a sneak peek at our latest AI-driven updates for lesson planning! AND every attendee will receive a premium Padlet license!
Speakers
avatar for Michelle Phillips

Michelle Phillips

Instructional Technology Coordinator, Prosper ISD
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Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
2219
  INSTRUCTIONAL

2:00pm CDT

Using the Classroom Library to Support Independent Reading
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1128
Thank you to our amazing district for purchasing classroom libraries! We have this great resource...now what? In this session, participants will learn how to set students up for success with independent reading
Speakers
avatar for Andrea Coachman
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1128
  INSTRUCTIONAL

2:00pm CDT

Using the Interactive Read Aloud kit to Set the Foundation for Literacy Instruction
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1126
Learn ways to promote the JOY of reading, develop children's vocabulary, and increase opportunities to think, talk, and write about texts that fully engage students' interest.
Speakers
avatar for Mona Savage
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1126
  INSTRUCTIONAL
  • Grade Focus K-5
  • Content Focus ELAR

2:00pm CDT

Visual Non-Glossary Elementary Science, Math, and SS
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1102
Participants will learn how to pair instructional strategies with our district resource called the Visual Non Glossary.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Stephen Fleenor

Dr. Stephen Fleenor

Consultant, Seidlitz Education
Stephen Fleenor, PhD is a content developer with Seidlitz Education and the author of The Visual Non-Glossary and Teaching Science to ELs with Tina Beene.
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1102
  INSTRUCTIONAL

2:00pm CDT

Visual Non-Glossary Secondary Science
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1108
Participants will learn how to pair instructional strategies with our district resource called the Visual Non Glossary.
Speakers
DL
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1108
  INSTRUCTIONAL

2:00pm CDT

Writing Revolution for Elementary Teachers: A Guide for Writing Across Content Areas
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1125
This session will discuss the district writing initiative and provide a common writing framework to use across content areas to help students receive high quality writing instruction.
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1125
  INSTRUCTIONAL

2:00pm CDT

How to host a coaching clinic
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1215
How to expand Your knowledge and create networking opportunities in the coaching profession by hosting a coaching clinic.
Speakers
avatar for Brian Thompson

Brian Thompson

Prosper High School
I am entering my 22nd year as a coach and teacher and my 8th year at Prosper High School.  I have served as a football coach (Offensive Line and Offensive Coordinator), head powerlifting for both boys and girls programs, and as a district wide strength and conditioning coordinator... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1215
  LEADERSHIP

2:00pm CDT

Level Up Leadership for Elementary Educators
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
2115
This session will focus on the next level leadership that is taking place across elementary campuses. From Team Leaders to Guiding Coalition, leadership has many key traits.
Speakers
avatar for Heather Clay

Heather Clay

Elementary Instructional Coach
avatar for Michaela Geiter

Michaela Geiter

Elementary Instructional Coach, Prosper ISD
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
2115
  LEADERSHIP

2:00pm CDT

Touchdown Tactics: Leveraging Team Strengths for Peak Performance
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1120
In this session, we will explore how to leverage team dynamics to create a high-functioning, productive team. Teachers will learn about the various stages of team development and identify the unique strengths of each team member. By recognizing and reflecting on our team dynamics, we will develop strategies to enhance collaboration and productivity. This session will equip you with the tools to enhance teamwork and achieve success together.
Speakers
avatar for Erin Fitzgerald
avatar for Jessica Jones

Jessica Jones

MS SS Instructional Coach
Welcome back! I have been in Prosper ISD for 13 years, and have loved every moment in this fantastic district. This will be my second year as an instructional coach, supporting fellow educators as we strive to ensure high levels of learning for all students. My goal is to continue... Read More →
avatar for Mandy Neece

Mandy Neece

Social Studies High School Instructional Coach, Prosper ISD
Hello! I am about to enter my 18th year in education and my second year as a Social Studies Instructional Coach in Prosper ISD.  I love everything about Social Studies. I love learning about highly effective instructional strategies to assist us in cultivating critical thinking... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1120
  LEADERSHIP

2:00pm CDT

Creating Measurable, Evidenced Based and Legally Defensible IEPs
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
2215
Learn how to developing evidenced based, legally compliant speech therapy IEPs. Specific examples and methodology for creating a system to develop and draft speech therapy specific IEPs will be shared.

Speakers
JH
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
2215
  SPECIAL EDUCATION

2:00pm CDT

Discover Dyslexia
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
2128
Your invited to view a classroom experience through the lens of a dyslexic student. Participants will learn about the characteristics of dyslexia and engage in a dyslexia simulation.
Speakers
avatar for Kristi Fortenberry
avatar for Laura Hecht

Laura Hecht

Dyslexia Therapist, Prosper ISD
avatar for Carisa Long
avatar for Erin Carte

Erin Carte

Dyslexia Therapist, Prosper ISD
TD

Teresa Davis

Teacher, Prosper ISD
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
2128
  SPECIAL EDUCATION

2:00pm CDT

Modified Workshop Model Elementary Resource
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
2205
The Workshop Model is composed of three components that work together to support students in learning skills, strategies, and behaviors. This structure supports children’s development because it incorporates demonstration, guided practice, and individual practice.
The Workshop Model includes a mini lesson, independent practice, and a time to share and reflect on the learning.
Speakers
NB
avatar for Christina Domingue
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
2205
  SPECIAL EDUCATION

2:00pm CDT

Natural Environment Behavioral Coaching in the General Education Classroom
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
2209
Learn how to support students behaviorally in the general education setting through natural environment behavioral coaching. Participants will be informed of best practices, intervention strategies, and effective implementation methods for their classrooms in order to impact student behavioral growth and success.
Speakers
avatar for Caroline Herring
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
2209
  SPECIAL EDUCATION

2:00pm CDT

The W's (Who, What, When, Where, & Why) of Updating AU Supplements
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
2211
Special education case managers and itinerant staff will be provided with information regarding how to update and explain the Autism Supplement at Annual and Review ARDs. Examples and considerations for each component of the AU supplement will be provided and reviewed.
Speakers
AN
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
2211
  SPECIAL EDUCATION

2:00pm CDT

Understanding and Supporting Students with Internalized Behaviors and Past Trauma
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
2100
This training aims to equip educators with the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and effectively support students who exhibit internalized behaviors stemming from past trauma. By understanding the root causes of these behaviors and implementing trauma-informed approaches, educators can create a safe and supportive learning environment conducive to the social and emotional well-being of all students.
Speakers
avatar for Karah Stanton

Karah Stanton

BTC Teacher-Centralized Program Team Lead, Prosper ISD
avatar for Rebecca Moya

Rebecca Moya

BTC/SET Teacher & SpEd Department Head, Prosper ISD
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
2100
  SPECIAL EDUCATION

3:00pm CDT

Baker Learning Lounge
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
2100
Meet up with your campus to reflect on learning, how it relates to your goals, and how it can impact student learning outcomes.
Speakers
avatar for SCOTT SCHWEIKHARD

SCOTT SCHWEIKHARD

Principal, Baker Elementary
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
2100
  INSTRUCTIONAL

3:00pm CDT

Boyer Learning Lounge
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
1109
Meet up with your campus to reflect on learning, how it relates to your goals, and how it can impact student learning outcomes.
Speakers
avatar for DAVID BILL
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
1109
  INSTRUCTIONAL

3:00pm CDT

Bryant Learning Lounge
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
1113
Meet up with your campus to reflect on learning, how it relates to your goals, and how it can impact student learning outcomes.
Speakers
KN
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
1113
  INSTRUCTIONAL

3:00pm CDT

Calhoun Learning Lounge
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
1123
Meet up with your campus to reflect on learning, how it relates to your goals, and how it can impact student learning outcomes.
Speakers
AG
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
1123
  INSTRUCTIONAL

3:00pm CDT

Christie Learning Lounge
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
1114
Meet up with your campus to reflect on learning, how it relates to your goals, and how it can impact student learning outcomes.
Speakers
avatar for JENNIFER HINSON

JENNIFER HINSON

Principal, Prosper ISD
Hello!  My name is Dr. Jennifer Hinson.  With 21 years of education experience, I have had the wonderful joy of opening three elementary schools-two for Prosper.  I currently serve as Principal of Dan Christie Elementary which oopened in August of 2023.  I enjoy building capacity... Read More →
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
1114
  INSTRUCTIONAL

3:00pm CDT

Cockrell Learning Lounge
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
1117
Meet up with your campus to reflect on learning, how it relates to your goals, and how it can impact student learning outcomes.
Speakers
NG
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
1117
  INSTRUCTIONAL

3:00pm CDT

DAEP Learning Lounge
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
1103
Meet up with your campus to reflect on learning, how it relates to your goals, and how it can impact student learning outcomes.
Speakers
avatar for DANIELLE WALLACE

DANIELLE WALLACE

Principal, DAEP
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
1103
  INSTRUCTIONAL

3:00pm CDT

Folsom Learning Lounge
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
1120
Meet up with your campus to reflect on learning, how it relates to your goals, and how it can impact student learning outcomes.
Speakers
AT
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
1120
  INSTRUCTIONAL

3:00pm CDT

Furr Learning Lounge
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
1122
Meet up with your campus to reflect on learning, how it relates to your goals, and how it can impact student learning outcomes.
Speakers
avatar for KAPPI RIGGS

KAPPI RIGGS

Principal, Furr Elementary, Prosper ISD
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
1122
  INSTRUCTIONAL

3:00pm CDT

Hall Learning Lounge
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
1126
Meet up with your campus to reflect on learning, how it relates to your goals, and how it can impact student learning outcomes.
Speakers
avatar for STEPHANIE ROMERO

STEPHANIE ROMERO

Principal, Prosper ISD
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
1126
  INSTRUCTIONAL

3:00pm CDT

Hays Learning Lounge
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
2114
Meet up with your campus to reflect on learning, how it relates to your goals, and how it can impact student learning outcomes.
Speakers
KB
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
2114
  INSTRUCTIONAL

3:00pm CDT

Hughes Learning Lounge
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
1212
Meet up with your campus to reflect on learning, how it relates to your goals, and how it can impact student learning outcomes.
Speakers
JR
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
1212
  INSTRUCTIONAL

3:00pm CDT

Jackson Learning Lounge
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
1215
Meet up with your campus to reflect on learning, how it relates to your goals, and how it can impact student learning outcomes.
Speakers
BA
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
1215
  INSTRUCTIONAL

3:00pm CDT

Johnson Learning Lounge
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
1214
Meet up with your campus to reflect on learning, how it relates to your goals, and how it can impact student learning outcomes.
Speakers
AS
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
1214
  INSTRUCTIONAL

3:00pm CDT

Jones MS Learning Lounge
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
2115
Meet up with your campus to reflect on learning, how it relates to your goals, and how it can impact student learning outcomes.
Speakers
ZD
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
2115
  INSTRUCTIONAL

3:00pm CDT

Light Farms Learning Lounge
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
1219
Meet up with your campus to reflect on learning, how it relates to your goals, and how it can impact student learning outcomes.
Speakers
TT
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
1219
  INSTRUCTIONAL

3:00pm CDT

Lilyana Learning Lounge
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
1223
Meet up with your campus to reflect on learning, how it relates to your goals, and how it can impact student learning outcomes.
Speakers
avatar for JO-BINA GRACE

JO-BINA GRACE

Principal, Prosper ISD
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
1223
  INSTRUCTIONAL

3:00pm CDT

Prosper HS Learning Lounge
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
Auditorium
Meet up with your campus to reflect on learning, how it relates to your goals, and how it can impact student learning outcomes.
Speakers
avatar for NICHOLAS JONES

NICHOLAS JONES

Principal, Prosper ISD
I have worked in Prosper ISD for 17 years. I taught social studies 6-12th grade. I then worked in central administration on social studies curriculum. I now serve as the principal of Prosper High School.  Go Eagles!
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
Auditorium
  INSTRUCTIONAL

3:00pm CDT

Reeves Learning Lounge
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
1235
Meet up with your campus to reflect on learning, how it relates to your goals, and how it can impact student learning outcomes.
Speakers
KM
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
1235
  INSTRUCTIONAL

3:00pm CDT

Reynolds Learning Lounge
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
1102
Meet up with your campus to reflect on learning, how it relates to your goals, and how it can impact student learning outcomes.
Speakers
avatar for JESSICA MULLINS

JESSICA MULLINS

Principal, Reynolds MS
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
1102
  INSTRUCTIONAL

3:00pm CDT

Rock Hill HS Learning Lounge
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
LGI
Meet up with your campus to reflect on learning, how it relates to your goals, and how it can impact student learning outcomes.
Speakers
avatar for TERRY MOUTON
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
LGI
  INSTRUCTIONAL

3:00pm CDT

Rogers Learning Lounge
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
2124
Meet up with your campus to reflect on learning, how it relates to your goals, and how it can impact student learning outcomes.
Speakers
avatar for JASON JETTON

JASON JETTON

Principal, Prosper ISD
I serve as Principal at Rogers MS. 23-24 will be my 6th year in PISD. 
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
2124
  INSTRUCTIONAL

3:00pm CDT

Rucker Learning Lounge
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
1237
Meet up with your campus to reflect on learning, how it relates to your goals, and how it can impact student learning outcomes.
Speakers
MS
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
1237
  INSTRUCTIONAL

3:00pm CDT

Rushing Learning Lounge
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
2123
Meet up with your campus to reflect on learning, how it relates to your goals, and how it can impact student learning outcomes.
Speakers
avatar for KARI ROAN

KARI ROAN

Prosper ISD
BA, English Education- Southern Methodist UniversityMA, Curriculum and Instruction- University of PhoenixEd.D., Educational Leadership- Dallas Baptist University
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
2123
  INSTRUCTIONAL

3:00pm CDT

Spradley Learning Lounge
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
1241
Meet up with your campus to reflect on learning, how it relates to your goals, and how it can impact student learning outcomes.
Speakers
avatar for LASHAWN HODGE

LASHAWN HODGE

Principal, Spradley Elementary
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
1241
  INSTRUCTIONAL

3:00pm CDT

Stuber Learning Lounge
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
2205
Meet up with your campus to reflect on learning, how it relates to your goals, and how it can impact student learning outcomes.
Speakers
KM
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
2205
  INSTRUCTIONAL

3:00pm CDT

Walnut Grove Learning Lounge
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
2108
Meet up with your campus to reflect on learning, how it relates to your goals, and how it can impact student learning outcomes.
Speakers
DT
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
2108
  INSTRUCTIONAL

3:00pm CDT

Windsong Ranch Learning Lounge
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
2209
Meet up with your campus to reflect on learning, how it relates to your goals, and how it can impact student learning outcomes.
Speakers
AD
Thursday August 1, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm CDT
2209
  INSTRUCTIONAL
 
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