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Prosper Connects 2024 @RockHill HS
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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 Kirsten Nelson

Kirsten Nelson

ITC, Prosper ISD
I am a thirteenth year educator, starting my first year in instructional technology. I have taught a variety of science courses and levels of instruction including all levels of chemistry (on-level, honors, AP, and inclusion/co-teach), 7th grade science, forensic science, academic... Read More →
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

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
  INSTRUCTIONAL

8:00am CDT

Visual Non Glossary Science and Math
Thursday August 1, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1108
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
1108
  INSTRUCTIONAL

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

Hanna Maynard

Life Skills Teacher, Prosper ISD
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

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

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

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 Ron Bramhall

Ron Bramhall

Consultant-Gifted & Talented, Region 10 ESC
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 Kendall Veazy

Kendall Veazy

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

¡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
1301
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
1301
  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
avatar for Cindy Neel

Cindy Neel

6th grade Social Studies
Teacher with 15 years experience publicly and over 20 private and public combined. Have taught electives and core classes. World traveler and explorer. Avid technology advocate and life long learner.
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

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

Shake it Off 24-25 Stress Tour
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1125
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
1125
  CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT

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

Handwriting Without Tears (BEGINNING)
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1218
This beginning session will provide teachers with an INTRODUCTION to our district's handwriting curriculum.
Speakers
HW
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1218
  INSTRUCTIONAL
  • Grade Focus K-2
  • Content Focus ELAR

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

New Year, New You, New (K-2 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

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

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

Kelsey Longtin

Fourth Grade Teacher, Dan Christie Elementary
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1217
  INSTRUCTIONAL

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 20 years. For the past eight 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
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Hanna Maynard

Life Skills Teacher, Prosper ISD
Thursday August 1, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2115
  SPECIAL EDUCATION

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

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

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

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
  INSTRUCTIONAL

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 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

Johnson Elementary, 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 Chelsi Henry

Chelsi Henry

Librarian
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

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 (Advanced)
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
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Jessica Fowler

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

10:00am CDT

New Year, New You, New (3-5 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

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

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 Leah Wallace
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
(K-2) 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

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

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 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

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
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Erin Carte

Dyslexia Therapist, Prosper ISD
avatar for Kristi Fortenberry
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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

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

Handwriting Without Tears (Advanced)
Thursday August 1, 2024 12:00pm - 12:50pm 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 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
1218
  INSTRUCTIONAL
  • Grade Focus K-2
  • Content Focus ELAR

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 Ron Bramhall

Ron Bramhall

Consultant-Gifted & Talented, Region 10 ESC
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 Kendall Veazy

Kendall Veazy

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

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

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

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

Complex Tasks to Increase Student's Thinking
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm 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 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
2126
  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

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

Planning Science Purposefully in the 5E Model
Thursday August 1, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1108
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
1108
  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

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 Kirsten Nelson

Kirsten Nelson

ITC, Prosper ISD
I am a thirteenth year educator, starting my first year in instructional technology. I have taught a variety of science courses and levels of instruction including all levels of chemistry (on-level, honors, AP, and inclusion/co-teach), 7th grade science, forensic science, academic... Read More →
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

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

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 →
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Shannon Tibbits

Shannon Tibbits has been working in the field of education for 15 years and is a TWU alumni. Her in-class experience includes PreK 4, Functional Academics (6-8), Resource ILA (grades 6-8), Social Skills (6-8). Shannon also served as an In Home Parent Trainer for Frisco ISD and is... Read More →
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
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Stephanie Cross

SPED Instructional Coach, Prosper ISD
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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
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Michele Emerson

Special Education Instructional Assistant, Prosper ISD
I have served as an instructional assistant in elementary special education for 20 years. For the past eight 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
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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

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
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Cindy Neel

6th grade Social Studies
Teacher with 15 years experience publicly and over 20 private and public combined. Have taught electives and core classes. World traveler and explorer. Avid technology advocate and life long learner.
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

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

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
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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
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Meridith Hill

Hughes ESL specialist
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Laura De La Borda

Johnson Elementary, 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
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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
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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
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Heather Garavaglia

Librarian, Prosper ISD
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Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1114
  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.
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Kelsey Longtin

Fourth Grade Teacher, Dan Christie Elementary
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

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
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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

Creating Measurable, Evidenced Based and Legally Defensible IEPs
Thursday August 1, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
2215
Learn how to develop 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
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Laura Hecht

Dyslexia Therapist, Prosper ISD
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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

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
 
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