Aledo ISD Empower 2026

Thursday May 28, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT

A103

Limited Capacity filling up

This session equips teachers with practical, ready-to-implement strategies for integrating the LEAD framework into daily classroom practice to increase student engagement and strengthen meaningful implementation.

Speakers

Laura Patton

Jeff Crissey

Autumn Stephens

Laurie Harrison

Thursday May 28, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
A103

Behavior Management

Audience 3rd-5th
Subject L.E.A.D. Matrix
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, ESL, FLEX, GT

10:15am CDT

Brains Before Books: From Shutdown to Success in Reading and Writing

Thursday May 28, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT

A109

Limited Capacity seats available

When reading and writing feel overwhelming, many students respond by shutting down or avoiding the task. In this session, we explore how brain-based regulation strategies and foundational literacy supports can help struggling readers and writers re-engage in learning. Participants will leave with practical classroom strategies—such as movement, flexible seating, and emotional regulation...
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Speakers

Ashley Swords

3rd Grade Teacher

Jill Taloa

Thursday May 28, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
A109

Audience 3rd-5th, PreK-2nd
Subject Reading/Language Arts
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX, GT

10:15am CDT

How to Lose Your Negative Mindset About 10 Stations

Thursday May 28, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT

B109

Limited Capacity seats available

For years, stations have gotten a bad reputation:“They’re chaotic.”“Students aren’t really learning.”“I can’t meet with every group.”“It’s too much prep.”“I don’t have the resources.”But what if stations aren’t the problem — just the system?This session will help K-2 teachers lose the negative mindset about stations in 10 practical, doable, classroom-ready...
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Speakers

Julie Johnson

2nd grade teacher

Shara Hetherington

2nd grade Teacher, McCall Elementary

Carrie Young

2nd Grade Teacher, Aledo ISD

Sophie Collins

Thursday May 28, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
B109

Audience PreK-2nd
Subject Cross-disciplinary
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, ESL, FLEX, GT

10:15am CDT

I have an answer, do you have a question?

Thursday May 28, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT

B112

Limited Capacity filling up

In this session, you will explore powerful strategies for helping learners at all levels develop high-level, curiosity-driven questions that promote deeper understanding and critical thinking. Together, we'll uncover ways to build a classroom culture where students feel confident, motivated, and excited to generate their own meaningful questions. You'll leave with ready-to-use techniques, engaging...
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Speakers

Robin Newkirk

7th grade science teacher, Aledo Middle School

I have been teaching for 19 years. I am currently a 7th grade science teacher at AMS and just completed my 8th year there. Building relationship with my school community is very important to me.

Adriane Jenkins

7th Grade Teacher - Aledo Middle School

7th Grade Science - Aledo ISD
I am finishing year 12 in Education. 5 years were at the Elementary level teaching Science, Social Studies, and Math. This year I finished my 7th year in Middle School Science. My passion is encouraging students to use their strengths to find success in the classroom and int... Read More →

Thursday May 28, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
B112

Cross-disciplinary

Company High-level Questioning
Audience 6th-8th
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, ESL, FLEX, GT

10:15am CDT

Amplify Desmos Math (K–5): Navigating the Platform & Exploring Your New Curriculum

Thursday May 28, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT

Lecture Hall

Limited Capacity filling up

Get an introduction to Amplify Desmos Math, our newly adopted K–5 math curriculum. In this hands-on session, teachers will explore the digital teacher platform while becoming familiar with the structure and key components of the program. Participants will have time to interact with the teacher materials, examine lesson resources, and navigate the tools that support planning and instruction. By...
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Speakers

Deanne Torres

Math Curriculum Coordinator, Aledo ISD

Thursday May 28, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
Lecture Hall

Math

Audience 3rd-5th, K-2
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX, ESL, GT

10:15am CDT

Fluent and Fearless

Thursday May 28, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT

B108

Limited Capacity seats available

Teachers will implement a consistent five-minute daily fluency routine, followed by targeted word work that reinforces grade-appropriate phonics and syllabication skills—supporting automaticity, accuracy, and deeper meaning-making. This work lays the foundation to build higher level vocabulary knowledge that cultivates fluent and fearless readers.

Speakers

Hannah McConnell

Instructional Specialist, Aledo ISD

Tiffany Stokes

Tiffany Stokes is a 4th grade Reading/Language Arts and Social Studies teacher at Vandagriff Elementary in Aledo, Texas. This year, she was honored to receive the 2023 Marvas Collins AISD Teacher of the Year. She is a graduate of the University of North Texas who loves being a teacher... Read More →

Kaylee Jones

Thursday May 28, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
B108

Audience 3rd-5th
Subject Fluency
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX, GT, ESL

10:15am CDT

Writing with Checklists

Thursday May 28, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT

A107

Limited Capacity seats available

Learn how to empower your students to write their best using a checklist!

Speakers

Lara Blanchard

Sherie Griswold

Thursday May 28, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
A107

Audience 3rd-5th
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, ESL, FLEX, GT

10:15am CDT

Breakout Session with Trevor Ragan: Leading Learners: How Our Mindsets and Actions Shape the Learning Environment

Thursday May 28, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT

Cafetorium

Limited Capacity seats available

The way leaders think and act shapes how their people learn and perform. This session covers three simple tools you can use to build a stronger learning environment for the people you lead.

Speakers

Trevor Ragan

Thursday May 28, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
Cafetorium

Science of Learning

Audience 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, Administrators, PreK-2nd
Subject Cross-disciplinary
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

10:15am CDT

Motivation Matters: Empowering Students through authentic experiences, growth and extensions

Thursday May 28, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT

B104

Limited Capacity seats available

Keeping students motivated can feel tougher than ever—but it doesn’t have to be!In this session, we’ll explore fun, practical ways to boost engagement by giving students more voice and choice through creative, cross-curricular extensions that connect learning to the real world. We’ll also share simple strategies to build authentic opportunities for student ownership—especially when it...
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Speakers

Becca Presnall

4th grade math teacher, Aledo ISD

Olivia Ulmer

Aledo ISD

Linda Capps

4th. Grade RLA Lynn McKinney Elementary, Aledo ISD

Jenna Farrell

Molly Moore

Thursday May 28, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
B104

Audience 3rd-5th
Subject Cross-disciplinary
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX, GT

10:15am CDT

Glow & Grow: Making Writing Feedback Work

Thursday May 28, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT

B106

Limited Capacity seats available

Join us to explore how meaningful feedback can transform student writing! In this session, we’ll dive into teacher-led conferences, peer-to-peer feedback, and using Magic School to provide structured, actionable comments. Participants will learn strategies for building a culture of accountable talk, guiding students to give and receive “glows and grows,” and supporting all learners,...
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Speakers

Hope Tuel

6th - 8th ESL, Aledo ISD

Emily Kelley

5th Grade RLA, Walsh Elementary

Thursday May 28, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
B106

Student Feedback

Audience 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th
Subject Reading/Language Arts
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX, GT, ESL

10:15am CDT

Grow Our Own: Pathways into Specialized Student Support Roles

Thursday May 28, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT

B110

Limited Capacity seats available

This informational professional learning session is designed to support staff who are interested in transitioning into specialized student support roles such as Speech-Language Pathology, Diagnostician, School Psychology, and related fields. Facilitators will share their personal journey into their current role, offer a realistic “day in the life” perspective, and highlight key skills and...
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Speakers

Kelly Paiz

Diagnostician, Aledo ISD

Mandy Overturff

TSVI, Aledo ISD

Shannon Elliott

Speech-Language Pathologist

Jill Keith

School Psychologist, Aledo ISD

Sarah Hall

Lynn Jameson

Executive Director of Special Programs, Aledo ISD

Thursday May 28, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
B110

Student Support

Audience 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, Administrators, PreK-2nd
Subject Special Education
Credit 1.5hr., FLEX, CPE

10:15am CDT

Get to Know Your Chromebook

Thursday May 28, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT

A105

Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.

In this session, we will explore practical tips and shortcuts for using your Chromebook to complete everyday tasks efficiently. Participants will also learn key differences between Windows and ChromeOS, including navigation, file management, and common tools, to help make the transition smoother and more confident.

Speakers

Michael Cullers

Technology, Aledo ISD

Michael Lotter

ALEDO ISD

Tim Burley

Thursday May 28, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
A105

Audience 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, Administrators, PreK-2nd
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

10:15am CDT

MagicSchool: Setting Up Student Rooms

Thursday May 28, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT

B114

Limited Capacity seats available

Master the complete setup and management of Student Rooms. Explore best practices for structuring rooms to boost student outcomes and scale AI implementation across your classrooms.

Speakers

Allen Schagene

Professional Development and Community Specialist, MagicSchool AI

Allen Schagene is originally from Louisville, Kentucky, and has taught in both private and public schools in Houston, Texas. He is a lifelong learner dedicated to helping educators, caregivers, and students develop meaningful AI literacy skills. With twelve years of experience as... Read More →

Thursday May 28, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
B114

Audience 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th
Subject Artificial Intelligence
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

10:15am CDT

Yes, you CANVA!

Thursday May 28, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT

A101

Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.

Create It, Teach It: Join us as we explore and create lessons utilizing Canva to enhance student engagement and achievement. A portion of this session will be focused on a Canva "Make and Take" to better prepare you for the upcoming school year.

Speakers

Stacey Utley

1st Grade Teacher

Maggie Tass

Jennifer Sarvis

1st Grade Teacher

Ashton Adams

Thursday May 28, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
A101

Audience PreK-2nd, 9th-12th
Subject Student Engagement
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, ESL, FLEX, GT

1:00pm CDT

Small Moves, Big Gains Part 1

Thursday May 28, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT

B201

Limited Capacity seats available

Small Moves Big Gains, by Nancy Motley, Seidlitz Senior Educational Consultant, focuses on how small, everyday teacher habits can increase student talk, deepen thinking, and improve learning. This session highlights simple, high-impact strategies that make classrooms more interactive, language-rich, and student-centered — without adding extra work. You’ll leave with practical ideas you can use...
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Speakers

Kayla Cope

ESL Program Specialist, Aledo ISD Administration

Hi Bearcats!I'm excited to be starting my 24th year in public education and my 14th year as an ESL Specialist. It’s a true privilege to support the Emerging Bilingual families and staff of Aledo ISD!I began my teaching career in College Station ISD, working with 5th and 6th grade... Read More →

Thursday May 28, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
B201

Academic Discussion

Audience 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, Administrators, PreK-2nd
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, ESL, FLEX

1:00pm CDT

Empowered to L.E.A.D: Supporting Every Student, Every Teacher

Thursday May 28, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT

B202

Limited Capacity seats available

In this professional learning session, educators will explore how the L.E.A.D. framework can be used intentionally to support students and teachers in meaningful, practical ways. Participants will reflect on real classroom and campus scenarios, share strategies, and walk away with actionable ideas for building a culture rooted in learning, empathy, accountability, and dedication.

Speakers

Joni Myres

Science Teacher, Aledo ISD

Tyler Bauer

6th Grade RLA, McAnally Middle School

Thursday May 28, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
B202

Behavior Management

Audience 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, PreK-2nd
Subject L.E.A.D. Matrix
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

1:00pm CDT

Connection Before Correction

Thursday May 28, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT

B208

Limited Capacity seats available

Students are more likely to engage, regulate, and learn when they feel safe, seen, and connected. This session explores the importance of building strong relationships with students before placing academic or behavioral demands. Participants will learn how connection serves as the foundation for regulation and positive behavior, and why correction without connection often leads to resistance,...
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Speakers

Brittany Mallory

Gini Lott

Thursday May 28, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
B208

Audience 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, PreK-2nd
Subject Wellness
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

1:00pm CDT

To Unit Plan or Not to Unit Plan: That Is the Question

Thursday May 28, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT

A101

Limited Capacity seats available

This session will focus on helping Physical Education teachers strengthen their yearly planning through backward design. Participants will explore the question: Should PE teachers use unit plans, or is there a more effective way to structure instruction throughout the year? Participants are encouraged to bring a couple of their favorite lessons to share with the group. These lessons will be used...
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Speakers

Andrea Reyher

Physical Education Teacher, Lynn McKinney Elementary

I'm married and have two amazing little kiddos that are both in Aledo ISD, plus we have a dog and a cat (can't leave out the animals). I graduated from Oklahoma State University with a Bachelor’s of Science in Physical Education Health and Safety. I have been in the teaching profession... Read More →

Julia Hudson

P.E. Aide, Lynn McKinney Elementary

Thursday May 28, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
A101

Curriculum

Audience PE Teachers
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

1:00pm CDT

Beyond the Basics: Cultivating Excellence in Early Literacy

Thursday May 28, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT

B108

Limited Capacity seats available

Move beyond standard benchmarks to foster a culture of high achievement in Aledo ISD. Grounded in the TEKS and a commitment to 'Growing Greatness,' this session explores how to set ambitious literacy goals that challenge every learner. We will dive into mastering the art of differentiation to meet diverse needs and discuss how elevating student expectations can unlock the full potential of our...
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Speakers

Grace St.John-Staver

Autumn Starks

Thursday May 28, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
B108

Audience PreK-2nd
Subject Reading/Language Arts
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

1:00pm CDT

Folk Dances for Community Building

Thursday May 28, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT

A105

Limited Capacity seats available

In this engaging, movement-based session, participants will experience several classroom-ready folk dances that help students internalize musical concepts such as beat, tempo, phrase, and form. Through active participation, we’ll explore how structured movement reinforces rhythmic literacy, strengthens ensemble awareness, and supports expressive music-making.Beyond musical skills, folk dancing...
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Speakers

Olivia Ramirez

Thursday May 28, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
A105

Fine Arts

Audience 3rd-5th, PreK-2nd
Subject Music
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

1:00pm CDT

From Surface to Synthesis: Two Power Routines for Deeper Thinking

Thursday May 28, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT

B206

Limited Capacity filling up

In this interactive workshop, teachers will learn two research-based questioning routines that help students ask better questions, make meaningful connections, and think more deeply about content. By using protagonists, participants will explore the Question Pencil Routine—a framework that helps students generate intentional questions across eight question stems—and the Hexagonal Questioning...
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Speakers

Hannah McConnell

Instructional Specialist, Aledo ISD

Zan Banks

4th Grade RLA/SS

Thursday May 28, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
B206

High-level Questioning

Audience 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, PreK-2nd
Subject Cross-disciplinary
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, ESL, FLEX, GT

1:00pm CDT

Amplify Desmos Math 3–5: Inside the Math Block (Model Lesson)

Thursday May 28, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT

B210

Limited Capacity filling up

What does a strong math block look like with our new Amplify curriculum? In this practical, hands-on session, teachers will experience the structure of an Amplify math lesson by participating in a model math block. As we move through each component, we’ll unpack the purpose of each part of the lesson and explore how it fits into your daily instructional time. By the end of the session, teachers...
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Speakers

Marissa Torres

Aledo ISD

Instructional Specialist, Aledo ISD

Thursday May 28, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
B210

Math

Audience 3rd-5th, K-2
Subject Math
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX, ESL, GT

1:00pm CDT

Amplify Desmos Math K–2: Inside the Math Block (Model Lesson)

Thursday May 28, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT

Library

Limited Capacity filling up

Speakers

Barb Williams

Instructional Specialist, Aledo ISD

Thursday May 28, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Library

Math

Audience 3rd-5th, K-2
Subject Math
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX, ESL, GT

1:00pm CDT

Stemscopes Success: Navigate, Plan, Teach

Thursday May 28, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT

B104

Limited Capacity seats available

Get an introduction to Stemscopes Math, our newly adopted curriculum for grades 6 through Algebra I. In this session, teachers will explore the digital platform and gain an overview of how the curriculum is organized to support instruction. Participants will be guided through key features of the site, including where to locate lessons, resources, and instructional supports for planning and...
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Speakers

Tammy Schank

Math Instructional Specialist, Aledo ISD

Keely Hulme

Math Instructional Specialist, Aledo ISD

Thursday May 28, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
B104

Math

Audience 3rd-5th, K-2, 6th-8th
Subject Math
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX, ESL, GT

1:00pm CDT

Yes, Even If You "Don't Like Poetry": Practical Strategies for Deep Analysis

Thursday May 28, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT

B110

Limited Capacity seats available

Poetry can feel intimidating — abstract, confusing, even inaccessible. But what if it’s actually the most efficient way to teach rigorous comprehension? In this hands-on session, we’ll demystify poetry and model simple, repeatable protocols that help readers unpack meaning, analyze craft, and support claims with evidence. Because poems can be brief, students can go deeper — and those...
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Speakers

Staci Hammer

RLA Curriculum Coordinator, Aledo ISD

Staci Hammer coordinates the reading language arts curriculum for Aledo ISD. Her passions include developing teacher expertise and empowering students to identify as readers, writers, listeners, speakers, and thinkers.

Thursday May 28, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
B110

Audience 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, Administrators
Subject Reading/Language Arts
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, ESL, FLEX, GT

1:00pm CDT

Making Thinking Visible: Increasing Rigor Through Interactive Science Notebooking

Thursday May 28, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT

B112

Limited Capacity seats available

Teachers will learn fresh ideas about science notebooking, including differentiation strategies, vocabulary supports, and ways to increase rigor and relevance.

Speakers

Haley Loftin

Elizabeth Garcia

GT Specialist, Aledo ISD

Liz has been in education for 15 years and holds a Master's Degree in Educational Leadership with a specialization in GT. She is passionate about STEM, differentiation, and creating meaningful, hands-on experiences for students.

Thursday May 28, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
B112

Science

Audience 3rd-5th, PreK-2nd
Subject Science
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, ESL, FLEX, GT

1:00pm CDT

Breakout Session with Trevor Ragan: Leading Learners: How Our Mindsets and Actions Shape the Learning Environment

Thursday May 28, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT

Cafetorium

Limited Capacity seats available

The way leaders think and act shapes how their people learn and perform. This session covers three simple tools you can use to build a stronger learning environment for the people you lead.

Speakers

Trevor Ragan

Thursday May 28, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Cafetorium

Science of Learning

Audience 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, Administrators, PreK-2nd
Subject Cross-disciplinary
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

1:00pm CDT

IEP Strategies and Supports with Accommodations & Modifications

Thursday May 28, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT

A109

Limited Capacity seats available

This session will focus on practical, classroom-ready strategies which align to IEP goals. Participants will explore how to design meaningful accommodations and modifications in their lessons and use data binders to track progress efficiently to support student growth. Teachers will leave with concrete tools, examples, and systems they can immediately apply to strengthen IEP implementation and...
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Speakers

Kelsey Smith

Katie Tonemah

Thursday May 28, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
A109

Audience 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, PreK-2nd
Subject Cross-disciplinary

1:00pm CDT

Stage to Classroom: Strengthening Rigor, Discourse, and Literacy Across Content Areas

Thursday May 28, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT

B204

Limited Capacity seats available

This session introduces practical theatre-based strategies that increase cognitive engagement, academic language development, and depth of understanding across content areas. Through structured approaches such as perspective reading, hot seating, tableaux, and guided discourse, teachers will learn how to strengthen literacy, student voice, and standards-driven rigor while supporting multilingual...
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Speakers

Joseph Dassinger

Theatre Director, Aledo High School

Thursday May 28, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
B204

Audience 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, PreK-2nd
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, ESL, FLEX

1:00pm CDT

Supporting Students with Active Neuro-Minds (ADHD): Strategies for Engaging Minds & Bodies

Thursday May 28, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT

A103

Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.

In this session, educators will gain practical tools and strategies to effectively support K-12 students with active-neuro minds (ADHD) in the school setting. Participants will explore the unique ways these learners process information, regulate emotions, and engage with their environment. The session will focus on understanding how the ADHD brain works, identifying common challenges faced by...
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Speakers

Axelle Brown

I am a Special Education Resource and Co-Teacher with over 12 years of experience supporting students across inclusive classroom settings. I specialize in working with learners with ADHD, Autism, Specific Learning Disabilities, and behavioral challenges. As both a teacher with ADHD... Read More →

Amy Rankin

Occupational Therapist, Aledo ISD

I am have been a occupational therapist for 12 years with my primary focus of practice with a pediatric population. Where I have provided occupational therapy services in a pediatric hospital setting, home health setting, and school-based setting. I have served as a school based occupational... Read More →

Thursday May 28, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
A103

Audience 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, PreK-2nd
Subject Cross-disciplinary
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX, GT

1:00pm CDT

TBRI- Trust-Based Relational Intervention- Caregiver Training

Thursday May 28, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT

A107

Limited Capacity seats available

Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) is a holistic, attachment-based, and trauma-informed intervention designed to meet the complex needs of vulnerable children. Developed by Karyn Purvis and Dr. David Cross at he Karyn Purvis Institute of Child Development (KPICD) at Texas Christian University,

Speakers

Galen Smith

Anne Navarrette

Thursday May 28, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
A107

Audience 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, Administrators, PreK-2nd
Subject Trauma Informed Care
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

1:00pm CDT

Welcome to MagicSchool: Time-Saving AI Tools

Thursday May 28, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT

B114

Limited Capacity filling up

Discover how MagicSchool reclaims hours of your week through powerful time-saving features like Class Writing Feedback, Quizzes, and Teacher Tools. Learn real-world strategies to eliminate after-school grading and streamline lesson planning so you can focus on what matters most—connecting with students.

Speakers

Allen Schagene

Professional Development and Community Specialist, MagicSchool AI

Thursday May 28, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
B114

Audience 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, Administrators, PreK-2nd
Subject Artificial Intelligence
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

2:45pm CDT

From Silence to Insight: Unlocking Student Thinking with Chalk Talks

Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT

B203

Limited Capacity seats available

What happens when students discuss ideas without speaking? Powerful thinking. In this session, teachers will experience a Chalk Talk from the student perspective and learn how this simple strategy can transform classroom discussions. We’ll explore how silent written conversations can build participation, deepen thinking, and naturally lead to stronger questions and richer dialogue. Participants...
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Speakers

Tiffany Nakamura

Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
B203

Academic Discussion

Audience 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, PreK-2nd
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, ESL, FLEX

2:45pm CDT

Better Together: The Art of the Teacher-Paraprofessional Partnership

Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT

A107

Limited Capacity seats available

Go behind the scenes of a special education classroom to explore the exact policies, schedules, and daily routines that turn a teacher-para relationship into a powerhouse team. Learn how to align your duties and plans to create a seamless environment where both staff and students thrive.

Speakers

Kelli Gardner

Kaitlin Phillips

Resource and Co-Teach Special Education Teacher, Aledo ISD

Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
A107

Audience Special Education Teachers
Subject Special Education
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

2:45pm CDT

Ready for it? Empowering Young Leaders

Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT

B108

Limited Capacity seats available

In this interactive session, we’ll share how we cultivate independent, confident leaders in elementary classrooms through purposeful structures, debate, student voice, and our Junior Teacher Cohort model. You’ll leave with actionable ideas to create meaningful leadership opportunities in your own classroom!

Speakers

Ashley Caldwell

I have been in the classroom, both as a general education and inclusion teacher, for the past 19 years. I love bringing learning to life through engaging lessons that keep the kids guessing as to what is coming next.

Georgi Hernandez

3rd Grade RLA, Aledo ISD

Madison McCutcheon

3rd Grade Math at McKinney Elementary.

Constance Wall

Brittany Burns

3rd Grade Teacher

Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
B108

Audience 3rd-5th
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX, GT

2:45pm CDT

Building the Culture, Designing the Work: Creating Meaningful Collaboration in Secondary Classrooms

Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT

B107

Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.

Creating meaningful collaboration in the classroom requires more than simply placing students in groups—it requires intentionally building a learning environment where students feel safe sharing ideas, taking risks, and thinking beyond traditional approaches. This professional development session will focus on practical strategies teachers can use to foster a classroom culture that encourages...
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Speakers

Rachel Grier

Sarah Zedler

Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
B107

Collaboration

Audience 9th-12th
Subject Math, Reading/Language Arts
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, ESL, FLEX, GT

2:45pm CDT

Choice Boards That Work: Make, Take, and Differentiate!

Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT

B112

Limited Capacity seats available

Calling all primary teachers! Join us for a fun, hands-on professional learning session designed to spark creativity and empower your teaching practice. This Make & Take workshop is all about Differentiation, Extensions, and Choice Boards—and you’ll leave with ready-to-use tools that meet the diverse needs of your students from day one!Whether you're looking to challenge high-flyers, support...
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Speakers

Stacey Utley

1st Grade Teacher

Jennifer Sarvis

1st Grade Teacher

Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
B112

Audience PreK-2nd
Subject Reading/Language Arts
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX, GT

2:45pm CDT

One Classroom, Many Learners: Making Differentiation Work

Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT

B106

Limited Capacity seats available

This professional development session will focus on practical strategies for creating a differentiated classroom that meets the diverse needs of all learners. Participants will explore ways to adjust content, process, product and environment based on the student.

Speakers

Jennifer Campbell

3rd Grade Math Teacher
Walsh Elementary

Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
B106

Audience 3rd-5th, PreK-2nd
Subject Math
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

2:45pm CDT

Understanding EB Needs and How to Help Close the Gap

Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT

A109

Limited Capacity seats available

Essential information all teachers of EBs need to know and ways we can unlock their potential, including strategies that can work for any student.

Speakers

Audrey Mann

Teacher

Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
A109

Emergent Bilingual Students

Audience 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, PreK-2nd
Subject Cross-disciplinary
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, ESL, FLEX

2:45pm CDT

Uke Can Do It! Teaching Ukulele in the Elementary Music Room

Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT

A105

Limited Capacity seats available

In this session, I’ll share how I introduce and develop ukulele skills in the elementary music classroom through intentional preparation and joyful music-making. Beginning with rich preparatory experiences—steady beat, chord readiness, singing games, and movement—students build the musical and technical foundation they need before ever picking up the instrument. I’ll demonstrate how I...
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Speakers

Olivia Ramirez

Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
A105

Fine Arts

Audience 3rd-5th, PreK-2nd
Subject Music
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

2:45pm CDT

Excellence in Action: AISD Campus Teacher of the Year Panel

Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT

Cafetorium

Limited Capacity seats available

Join us for an inspiring panel discussion featuring our 2025-2026 Campus Teachers of the Year, recognized for their outstanding classroom practices and student impact. Moderated by Dr. Crissey, this session will highlight effective teaching strategies, innovative instructional techniques, and practical tips that drive student success. Whether you're a new teacher or a seasoned educator, you'll...
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Speakers

Tyler Bauer

6th Grade RLA, McAnally Middle School

Tricia Pettigrew

Elizabeth Garcia

GT Specialist, Aledo ISD

Olivia Ulmer

Aledo ISD

Emily Lyle

Math Teacher, Aledo ISD

Teressa Love

Emily Kelley

5th Grade RLA, Walsh Elementary

Anna Reed

Sara Garner

Stacey Roberson

3rd Grade Math, Aledo ISD

Amber Crissey

Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum & Instruction, Aledo ISD

Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
Cafetorium

Leadership

Audience 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, Administrators, PreK-2nd
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

2:45pm CDT

Amplify Desmos Math (K-2): mClass and Boost Learning

Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT

Library

Limited Capacity filling up

Explore how mCLASS and Boost Learning support instruction within Amplify Desmos Math for K–2 students. This session will provide an overview of how these tools connect to the curriculum and support student learning, progress monitoring, and targeted practice. Participants will learn about key features of each platform and how they can be used to strengthen early numeracy development. Teachers...
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Speakers

Deanne Torres

Math Curriculum Coordinator, Aledo ISD

Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
Library

Math

Audience 3rd-5th, K-2
Subject Math
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX, ESL, GT

2:45pm CDT

McGraw-Hill High School Math: Navigating the Platform and Exploring the Curriculum

Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT

B202

Limited Capacity seats available

Get an introduction to McGraw Hill, our newly adopted curriculum for grades Geometry, PAP Geometry, Algebra II and Pre-cal. In this session, teachers will explore the digital platform and gain an overview of how the curriculum is organized to support instruction. Participants will be guided through key features of the site, including where to locate lessons, resources, and instructional supports...
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Speakers

Keely Hulme

Math Instructional Specialist, Aledo ISD

Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
B202

Math

Audience 3rd-5th, K-2, 9th-12th
Subject Math
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX, ESL, GT

2:45pm CDT

Mistakes That Matter: Using Error Analysis to Strengthen Mathematical Thinking

Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT

B104

Limited Capacity seats available

This session focuses on using student mistakes as learning opportunities. Teachers will explore how error analysis reveals student thinking and supports instruction that builds deeper mathematical understanding.

Speakers

Caitlin Burton

Tonya Hardin

5th Math

Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
B104

Math

Audience 3rd-5th
Subject Math
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

2:45pm CDT

We Need to Talk…. About your Parent Communication!

Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT

B206

Limited Capacity seats available

Communicating with parents is HARD. Like a game of telephone, information can be interpreted and shared differently, leading to unintentional confusion or frustration for staff, students, and families. In this interactive session, participants will role-play several parent communication scenarios that inevitably arise each year. Together, we’ll practice navigating difficult conversations with...
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Speakers

Hannah McConnell

Instructional Specialist, Aledo ISD

Heather Street

Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
B206

Parent Communication

Audience 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, PreK-2nd
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

2:45pm CDT

5 Questions for Any Text

Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT

B110

Limited Capacity filling up

This professional learning session introduces Marilyn Perle’s “5 Questions for Any Text” as a simple, powerful framework for helping students read more deeply and think critically about what they encounter. Participants will explore how the five questions guide students to analyze purpose, audience, message, and perspective across any type of text. Educators will leave with ready-to-use...
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Speakers

Staci Hammer

RLA Curriculum Coordinator, Aledo ISD

Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
B110

Audience 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th
Subject Reading/Language Arts
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, ESL, FLEX, GT

2:45pm CDT

High Impact, Low Overwhelm: Practical RLA Moves That Strengthen Student Thinking

Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT

B109

Limited Capacity seats available

Explore seven high-leverage RLA instructional shifts that deepen student thinking and discussion—without adding extra planning, materials, or grading.

Speakers

Katelyn Smith

RLA Instructional Specialist, Aledo ISD

Hi everyone! I’m Katelyn Smith, and I’m the 6-12 RLA Instructional Specialist. While AHS has been my home for several years, I’ve really enjoyed finding a new home at both AMS and MMS and getting to know those campuses this year. Although RLA is my primary focus and where my... Read More →

Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
B109

Audience 6th-8th, 9th-12th
Subject Reading/Language Arts
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, ESL, FLEX, GT

2:45pm CDT

Master Your Alternative Curriculum

Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT

A101

Limited Capacity seats available

Go beyond the basics in this hands-on workshop for teachers implementing an alternative curriculum. Learn to leverage data, customize lessons, and strategically use all available curriculum tools and supplemental resources.

Speakers

Chelsea Folts

Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
A101

Audience Special Education Teachers
Subject Teach Town
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

2:45pm CDT

Part 1 and 2 Introduction to the Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment and Placement Program (VB-MAPP)

Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT

B205

Limited Capacity seats available

This session will provide a practical introduction to the Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment and Placement Program (VB-MAPP), an assessment tool used to evaluate language, learning and social skills in early learners with autism and related developmental delays. Participants will learn how to administer, score and interpret the VB-MAPP and how to use assessment results to guide...
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Speakers

Amy Olson

Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
B205

Audience 3rd-5th, PreK-2nd
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

2:45pm CDT

Visual Supports in the Classroom

Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT

B201

Limited Capacity seats available

In this session, teachers will learn how to implement visual supports for their students to increase independence, student engagement and success in the general and special education classrooms.

Speakers

Dawn McNair

teacher, Aledo ISD

Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
B201

Audience 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, PreK-2nd
Subject Visual Supports
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, ESL, FLEX

2:45pm CDT

Leverage AI to Transform Critical Writing in Math

Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT

B204

Limited Capacity seats available

In this professional learning session, teachers will explore how to use MagicSchool to support and extend students’ critical writing in mathematics. Participants will learn strategies for guiding students through structured math responses, deepening reasoning, and strengthening justification of answers using tools that scaffold thinking without reducing rigor. The session will include practical...
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Speakers

Amanda Coomer

Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
B204

Audience 3rd-5th, Administrators
Subject Math, Artificial Intelligence
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, ESL, FLEX, GT

2:45pm CDT

MagicSchool: Building Custom MagicSchool Student Chatbots

Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT

B114

Limited Capacity seats available

Create personalized chatbots tailored to your curriculum in minutes—no coding required. Learn to add guardrails, deploy safely with students, and provide differentiated support that increases engagement while keeping learning focused and secure.

Speakers

Allen Schagene

Professional Development and Community Specialist, MagicSchool AI

Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
B114

Audience 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th
Subject Artificial Intelligence
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

8:30am CDT

Lead the Way, Capture the Heart: Aligning LEAD with the EXCEL Model

Friday May 29, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT

B108

Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.

What happens when Aledo ISD’s LEAD statement meets the relationship-driven practices of Capturing Kids’ Hearts? Powerful classrooms where leadership, connection, and purpose thrive. In this session, educators will examine the alignment between the LEAD statement and the EXCEL model and discover practical strategies for embedding both into everyday classroom practice. Participants will leave...
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Speakers

Maggie Lozano

Instructional Specialist, Aledo ISD

Maggie Lozano is a passionate literacy leader committed to strengthening foundational reading and writing instruction in classrooms. She partners with teachers to use data-driven practices to identify student needs, design targeted interventions, and close literacy gaps. In addition... Read More →

Friday May 29, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
B108

Audience 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, PreK-2nd
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, ESL, FLEX

8:30am CDT

Differentiation Stations: A Strategy Walkthrough

Friday May 29, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT

A109

Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.

This session is designed to empower teachers to design differentiated lessons that foster critical thinking, student choice, and creative expression—essential for meeting the needs of GT learners. In this station-based workshop, participants will walk away with practical strategies, adaptable resources, and a personalized action plan to implement differentiation immediately in their classrooms.

Speakers

Shelly Morrill

GT Coordinator, Aledo ISD

Shelly Morrill has been an educator for over 20 years and holds a Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership with Specialization in GT. Parenting her own gifted children sparked her interest in finding better ways to nurture, inspire and educate gifted students. Shelly has served... Read More →

Friday May 29, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
A109

Audience 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, PreK-2nd
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX, GT

8:30am CDT

Building Meaning Before Reading

Friday May 29, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT

B104

Limited Capacity seats available

In this session, teachers will explore how effective pre-reading strategies can help Emergent Bilingual (EB) students access grade-level texts with greater confidence and comprehension. Participants will learn how to intentionally build background knowledge, preview academic vocabulary, activate prior experiences, and use visuals and structured discussion to develop meaning before students...
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Speakers

Cathy Williams

Social Studies Curriculum Coordinator, Aledo ISD

Catalina Rossi

ESL Lead

I am originally from Colombia, and Spanish is my first language. Before entering education, I worked as an architect for eight years. I began my teaching career as a substitute teacher and tutor at Birdville ISD, then became a bilingual teacher at Fort Worth ISD. For the past six... Read More →

Friday May 29, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
B104

Emergent Bilingual Students

Audience 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, ESL, FLEX

8:30am CDT

Turning Ideas Into Dollars: A Grant Writing Playbook

Friday May 29, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT

A105

Limited Capacity seats available

During this session we will go over the process of writing a grant from the Aeldo Education Foundation. We will go over the grant writing process, tips and tricks, and how to make your project stand out.

Speakers

Rod Arnold

Kindergarten Teacher, Aledo ISD

Friday May 29, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
A105

Grant Writing

Audience 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, PreK-2nd
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

8:30am CDT

Amplify Desmos Math (K–5): Differentiation Strategies Built Into the Curriculum

Friday May 29, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT

A103

Limited Capacity filling up

In this session, teachers will explore the built-in differentiation features within Amplify Desmos Math that support all learners. Participants will examine how mini lessons, centers, and extension activities can be used within each unit to support, strengthen, and stretch student thinking.

Speakers

Lindsey Rutherford

4th Grade Math/Science Teacher

Friday May 29, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
A103

Math

Audience 3rd-5th, K-2, K-5th
Subject Math
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX, ESL, GT

8:30am CDT

Amplify Desmos Math (K–5): Navigating the Platform & Exploring Your New Curriculum

Friday May 29, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT

Library

Limited Capacity seats available

Speakers

Deanne Torres

Math Curriculum Coordinator, Aledo ISD

Friday May 29, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
Library

Math

Audience 3rd-5th, K-2
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX, ESL, GT

8:30am CDT

Let’s Talk STEMscopes! Language & Vocabulary Supports for Math Success

Friday May 29, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT

B109

Limited Capacity seats available

Join us as we dive into the vocabulary supports and supplemental resources available through STEMscopes! This session will highlight tools designed to strengthen core instruction and help support the transition to our new math curriculum for grades 6–Algebra 1. Walk away with ideas and resources you can start using right away.

Speakers

Emily Lyle

Math Teacher, Aledo ISD

Friday May 29, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
B109

Math

Audience 3rd-5th, K-2, 6th-8th
Subject Math
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX, ESL, GT

8:30am CDT

Purposeful Craft: The Author's Purpose TEKS - 3-5

Friday May 29, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT

B110

Limited Capacity seats available

Come dive into the Author's Purpose & Craft TEKS strand, with a specific focus on examining the different ways that organization is tested. Leave with resources, ideas, & lessons to use with students with every genre and every text.

Speakers

Tosh McGaughy

Educational Consultant, Tosh McGaughy LLC

(say it Mc-GOY)
I am a certified English teacher who enjoys learning & sharing about literacy, leadership, assessment, curriculum design, & school improvement. I share free TEKS-based resources on my website: www.tinyurl.com/ToshShares

Friday May 29, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
B110

Audience 3rd-5th
Subject Reading/Language Arts
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

8:30am CDT

Simple is as Simple does at the Teacher Table

Friday May 29, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT

B112

Limited Capacity filling up

Knowing what to do to grow readers and writers can be daunting. Taking a systematic and explicit approach can guarantee success for students and teachers alike. In this session, we will explore how progress monitoring can guide instruction and help form flexible student groups at the teacher table, allowing teachers to respond to student needs in real time. Participants will also learn how to...
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Speakers

Rebekah Getz

Katie Harbour

First Grade Teacher, Aledo ISD

Friday May 29, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
B112

Audience PreK-2nd
Subject Reading/Language Arts
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, ESL, FLEX, GT

8:30am CDT

Building Collaborative Relationships with Parents for Successful IEP Meetings

Friday May 29, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT

A101

Limited Capacity seats available

Communicating effectively with challenging parents and ensuring their meaningful involvement in the preparation for their child’s upcoming IEP meeting.

Speakers

Terry Alexander

Friday May 29, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
A101

Audience Special Education Teachers, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

8:30am CDT

Refining Your Core5 Implementation and Using Data to Personalize Learning

Friday May 29, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT

B201

Limited Capacity seats available

Objectives:
Review and Reflect on the Core5 Adaptive Blended Learning Model and Best Practices
Analyze student level reports to understand instructional priorities
Explore resources for meeting instructional priorities

Please bring a device for some hands-on activities.

Speakers

Vicki Boring

Professional Learning Facilitator, Lexia Learning

Katie Tonemah

Friday May 29, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
B201

Audience K-5 Special Education Teachers
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

8:30am CDT

Using Technology in a SPED World

Friday May 29, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT

B107

Limited Capacity seats available

This session will focus on efficiency tools for special education teachers. It will discuss using tech-savvy strategies to streamline ARD preparation, data collection, progress monitoring, lesson planning, and overall organization.

Speakers

Tiffany Burris

Friday May 29, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
B107

Audience Special Education Teachers
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

8:30am CDT

Capture the Flag of Success

Friday May 29, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT

A107

Limited Capacity seats available

This session will show how to use a modified classroom version of capture the flag as an engaging tool for reviewing new and old concepts. It will also show how this could be tied to multiple areas of the Rigor and Relevance Rubric. Cross-curricular examples will be given, so this session can be for all contents.

Speakers

Kristen Loyd

Aledo ISD

Friday May 29, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
A107

Audience 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, PreK-2nd
Subject Cross-disciplinary
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

8:30am CDT

Quick Canvas Quizzes

Friday May 29, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT

B114

Limited Capacity seats available

Short on time but big on standards? In this hands-on session, you’ll get step-by-step guidance on using AI and a simple online tool to create standards-aligned quizzes and upload them directly into Canvas — in minutes. Walk away with a repeatable system you can use again and again.

Speakers

Meghan Roberson

Friday May 29, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
B114

Audience 6th-8th, 9th-12th
Subject Artificial Intelligence, Canvas
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

8:30am CDT

Unlocking Student Growth: Using MAP Insights with IXL

Friday May 29, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT

B106

Limited Capacity seats available

MAP data provides powerful insight into what students know and what they are ready to learn next—but the real impact comes from making that data actionable. In this session, teachers will learn simple, low-effort systems for translating MAP results into targeted IXL skill assignments that meet students exactly where they are. Participants will explore how to use MAP data to identify skill gaps,...
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Speakers

Lexi Jones

Friday May 29, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
B106

Using Data Effectively

Audience 3rd-5th, 6th-8th
Subject Reading/Language Arts
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

10:15am CDT

From Reactive to Proactive: L.E.A.D.ing through De-escalation

Friday May 29, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT

A107

Limited Capacity seats available

We will examine effective strategies to support students before and during dysregulation so that we can provide proactive measures to ensure learning and safety for all students.

Speakers

Gina Henze

Aledo Principal

Heather Street

Katie Griffin

Friday May 29, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
A107

Behavior Management

Audience 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, PreK-2nd
Subject L.E.A.D. Matrix
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

10:15am CDT

Building Positive Connections in the Secondary Classroom

Friday May 29, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT

B204

Limited Capacity seats available

Back by popular demand, this engaging session explores the art of building positive relationships in your secondary classroom. Fostering connections in the classroom is not only essential for academic success, but also contributes to a supportive and collaborative learning environment. Whether you are a seasoned teacher, or just starting out, this session offers practical tips to cultivate a...
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Speakers

Amber Wheeler

RLA Instructional Specialist, Aledo ISD

Friday May 29, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
B204

Audience 6th-8th, 9th-12th
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

10:15am CDT

What Gifted Kids Want You to Know (A Teacher’s Guide to the Inner World of Advanced Learners)

Friday May 29, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT

A109

Limited Capacity filling up

Purpose:
Help teachers understand gifted learners beyond test scores—how they think, feel, and experience school—and what teachers can do immediately in response.
Outcomes
Teachers will:
• Understand common social-emotional and cognitive traits of gifted learners
• Reframe “challenging” behaviors
• Identify small shifts that make a big difference

Speakers

Emily Mooney

GT Specialist- Stuard & Vandagriff Elementaries, Aledo ISD

Nora Hawkins

Jill Hall

Friday May 29, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
A109

Audience 3rd-5th, PreK-2nd
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX, GT

10:15am CDT

Amplify Desmos Math 3–5: Inside the Math Block (Model Lesson)

Friday May 29, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT

B108

Limited Capacity seats available

Speakers

Marissa Torres

Aledo ISD

Instructional Specialist, Aledo ISD

Friday May 29, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
B108

Math

Audience 3rd-5th, K-2
Subject Math
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX, ESL, GT

10:15am CDT

Amplify Desmos Math K–2: Inside the Math Block (Model Lesson)

Friday May 29, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT

A103

Limited Capacity seats available

Speakers

Barb Williams

Instructional Specialist, Aledo ISD

Friday May 29, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
A103

Math

Audience 3rd-5th, K-2
Subject Math
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX, ESL, GT

10:15am CDT

Figuring out Fluency

Friday May 29, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT

B206

Limited Capacity seats available

Let’s explore how to build true mathematical fluency in Grades 3–5! You will learn how to move beyond memorization by developing student accuracy, efficiency, and flexibility through engaging fluency routines, mathematical discourse, and strategy-based instruction. Participants will leave with practical tools to strengthen multiplication and division fluency while supporting diverse learners.

Speakers

Stacey Roberson

3rd Grade Math, Aledo ISD

Friday May 29, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
B206

Math

Audience 3rd-5th
Subject Math
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, ESL, FLEX, GT

10:15am CDT

Stemscopes Math (6–Alg I): Making Math Relevant Through Real-World Connections

Friday May 29, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT

A105

Limited Capacity seats available

Discover how Stemscopes Math connects mathematical concepts to meaningful, real-world contexts. In this session, teachers will explore how the curriculum embeds relevance through problem situations, phenomena, and applications that help students see the purpose behind the mathematics they are learning. Participants will examine examples from the curriculum and discuss how these connections can...
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Speakers

Kailea Click

Skye Lindgron

6th & 7th Math Teacher, Aledo Middle School

Grace McCurdy

Madison Klein

Friday May 29, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
A105

Math

Audience 6th-Algebra 1
Subject Math
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX, ESL

10:15am CDT

Active Literacy: High Engagement Strategies for PreK–2 Readers

Friday May 29, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT

B201

Limited Capacity seats available

How do we ensure every child is thinking, responding, and learning during foundational literacy lessons? In this session, teachers will explore engagement strategies based on the explicit instruction practices of Anita Archer. Through modeling and collaborative practice, participants will experience routines that increase opportunities for student responses, support active participation, and...
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Speakers

Audra Ellerbusch

Early Literacy Specialist, Aledo ISD

I am entering my 24rd year in education with a deep passion for teaching Reading and Language Arts and empowering young learners. As a proud mom of four amazing boys and a wife of 25 years, I cherish both my family and my career. My heart is in literacy education, and I am dedicated... Read More →

Friday May 29, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
B201

Audience PreK-2nd
Subject Early Literacy
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX, ESL

10:15am CDT

Purposeful Craft: The Author's Purpose TEKS - 6-12

Friday May 29, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT

B110

Limited Capacity seats available

Speakers

Tosh McGaughy

Educational Consultant, Tosh McGaughy LLC

Friday May 29, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
B110

Audience 6th-8th, 9th-12th
Subject Reading/Language Arts
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

10:15am CDT

Studies Weekly - Your Questions Answered

Friday May 29, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT

B107

Limited Capacity seats available

Whether you're a pro at Studies Weekly or new to the resource, you will learn how to best utilize Studies Weekly in your integrated RLA/Social Studies lessons. This session also includes a Q&A portion to help with implementation.

Speakers

Danny Hulshult

Friday May 29, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
B107

Social Studies

Audience 3rd-5th, PreK-2nd
Subject Social Studies, Reading/Language Arts
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

10:15am CDT

Implementing PowerUp

Friday May 29, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT

B203

Limited Capacity seats available

Teachers will understand the PowerUp Adaptive Blended Learning Model (this is not a sit and get, but a tool for actionable data and research-based resources)Teachers will explore best practices and strategies for implementation including the 5-Minute Check in Data Routine and Lexia ResourcesTeachers will have the opportunity to create a plan to implement PowerUp Best PracticesPlease bring a device...
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Speakers

Vicki Boring

Professional Learning Facilitator, Lexia Learning

Katie Tonemah

Friday May 29, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
B203

Audience 6-12 Special Education Teachers
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

10:15am CDT

Ignite, Engage, Inspire: Driving Instruction Through Rigor and Relevance

Friday May 29, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT

B104

Limited Capacity seats available

Join us for a dynamic learning session where you'll explore engaging instructional strategies that spark student thinking and creativity. Discover how to make the Rigor and Relevance Rubric the driving force behind meaningful, impactful instruction. Throughout our time together, you'll experience a variety of high-energy, student-centered activities you can take back to your classroom immediately....
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Speakers

Kristee Allen

Teacher, Aledo ISD

Finishing year 26 in the classroom and year 3 in Aledo ISD. I am passionate about trying and adapting new things to engage students in their learning.
You can always ask me about my pug!

Donna Bonaldi

Teacher, Aledo ISD

William Smith

Friday May 29, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
B104

Audience 6th-8th, 9th-12th
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, ESL, FLEX

10:15am CDT

Many Goals, One Classroom: The Workshop Model in a Resource Setting

Friday May 29, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT

B202

Limited Capacity filling up

This session focuses on using the workshop model in a resource setting to effectively address multiple IEP goals within a single classroom. Participants will explore how structured routines and targeted small-group instruction allow teachers to individualize instruction, provide specific skill-based interventions, and deliver immediate feedback aligned to student goals. Emphasis is placed on...
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Speakers

Erin Gray

Kathryn Wilson

Brandi Shackelford

Friday May 29, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
B202

Audience 3rd-5th, PreK-2nd
Subject Reading/Language Arts, Math, Special Education
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, ESL, FLEX

10:15am CDT

Winning at WIN- Connect Map and IXL

Friday May 29, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT

A101

Limited Capacity filling up

Discover how to use MAP data alongside IXL to form targeted student groups and intentionally plan instruction. Move beyond the recommended skill path to design focused, meaningful lessons that drive real growth—while saving valuable planning time.

Speakers

Brandy Arnold

5th Grade Math, Aledo ISD

I love teaching Math, but mostly I teach so that I can help kids feel valued and important. I have taught all grades 5-8th grade and also Pre-K. I love creating things and making learning fun and engaging.

Brittany Crimmings

Friday May 29, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
A101

Using Data Effectively

Audience 3rd-5th
Subject Reading/Language Arts, Math
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, ESL, FLEX, GT

10:15am CDT

Taking care of YOU!

Friday May 29, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT

B106

Limited Capacity filling up

Taking care of you- A ‘PUP’ talk. The important roles animals can play in self – care and wellness. Prioritize your well-being in this empowering session focused on practical wellness strategies, meaningful self-care, and effective ways to set boundaries for a healthier work-life balance. Walk away with tools to help you thrive both personally and professionally.

Speakers

Tricia Hackfeld

Aledo ISD

Annie Walker

Lindsay Fuller

Maggie Alexander

Friday May 29, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
B106

Wellness

Audience 6th-8th, 9th-12th
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

1:00pm CDT

From Chaos to Clarity: Systems for Successful Small Groups

Friday May 29, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT

B206

Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.

Want small groups that actually work? In this session, I’ll share the systems and routines I use to run successful literacy rotations in a 1st grade classroom. We’ll break down how to structure “Must Do/May Do” stations, build student independence, and make the most of guided reading time at the teacher table — all while keeping the rest of the class productively engaged!

Speakers

Kendra Adams

Friday May 29, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
B206

Audience PreK-2nd
Subject Reading/Language Arts
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

1:00pm CDT

From Feet to Beat: Whole-Body Pathways to Rhythmic Literacy

Friday May 29, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT

A105

Limited Capacity seats available

In this high-energy, hands-on session, participants will experience how whole-body movement unlocks deep rhythmic understanding in elementary students. Through Dalcroze-inspired activities, we’ll walk, clap, gesture, and explore beat, division, and multiple before ever looking at notation. Attendees will discover how embodied learning leads naturally to iconic and traditional rhythm reading —...
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Speakers

Olivia Ramirez

Friday May 29, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
A105

Fine Arts

Audience 3rd-5th, PreK-2nd
Subject Music
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

1:00pm CDT

From Simple to Strategic: Advancing Questioning Practices in Early Learning

Friday May 29, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT

B108

Limited Capacity seats available

This session explores how intentional, high-level questioning can strengthen thinking, engagement, and language development in early childhood classrooms. Participants will examine the research and background behind effective questioning strategies and why moving beyond simple recall questions is essential for supporting deeper learning in young children.

Speakers

Cathy Remigio

1st Grade Teacher

Katie Harbour

First Grade Teacher, Aledo ISD

Friday May 29, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
B108

High-level Questioning

Audience PreK-2nd
Subject Cross-disciplinary
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, ESL, FLEX, GT

1:00pm CDT

Amplify Desmos Math (K–5): Differentiation Strategies Built Into the Curriculum

Friday May 29, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT

Library

Limited Capacity seats available

Speakers

Lindsey Rutherford

4th Grade Math/Science Teacher

Friday May 29, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Library

Math

Audience 3rd-5th, K-2, K-5th
Subject Math
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX, ESL, GT

1:00pm CDT

LOVE Learning with Delta Math

Friday May 29, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT

A107

Limited Capacity seats available

Explore how to effectively use the DeltaMath platform to enhance instruction, increase student engagement, and support differentiated learning in the mathematics classroom. Through hands-on exploration, participants will learn how to create assignments, develop meaningful reteach opportunities, and provide targeted feedback that promotes mastery and confidence.

Speakers

Teressa Love

Friday May 29, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
A107

Math

Audience 6th-8th, 9th-12th
Subject Technology Integration
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

1:00pm CDT

Focus on Revising! - 6-12

Friday May 29, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT

B110

Limited Capacity seats available

Come explore the skills tested in the Revising passages with hands-on interaction. Leave with resources, lessons, and ideas to use with your students throughout the year.

Speakers

Tosh McGaughy

Educational Consultant, Tosh McGaughy LLC

Friday May 29, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
B110

Audience 6th-8th, 9th-12th
Subject Reading/Language Arts
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

1:00pm CDT

Studies Weekly - Your Questions Answered

Friday May 29, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT

B107

Limited Capacity seats available

Speakers

Danny Hulshult

Friday May 29, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
B107

Social Studies

Audience 3rd-5th, PreK-2nd
Subject Social Studies, Reading/Language Arts
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

1:00pm CDT

PLAAFP Glow-Ups: From ‘It Works’ to ‘This Drives Instruction"

Friday May 29, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT

B202

Limited Capacity seats available

Writing a compliant PLAAFP is one thing—writing a high-quality PLAAFP that truly drives instruction and strong IEPs is another. This session is designed to help special education teachers move beyond “acceptable” present levels and toward clear, meaningful, and instructionally aligned PLAAFPs.Drawing on state-recognized practices, participants will examine what separates effective PLAAFPs...
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Speakers

Valerie Whitehead

Special Education Collaborative Teacher

With 24 years of experience in education, I’ve has the opportunity to teach students from kindergarten through 8th grade in various roles, including kindergarten teacher, 4th grade departmentalized and self-contained, physical education coach, middle school math teacher for both... Read More →

Friday May 29, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
B202

Audience Special Education Teachers
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

1:00pm CDT

Stay Stong, End Smart: Engagement & Closures That Actually Work

Friday May 29, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT

B109

Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.

The first and last five minutes of a lesson can make or break student learning. In this session, participants will learn simple, high-impact engagement and closure strategies that promote student thinking, support language development, and extend learning for gifted students, without adding extra prep. Teachers will leave with tools they can use immediately in any classroom.

Speakers

Karen Lasater

Friday May 29, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
B109

Audience 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, PreK-2nd
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, ESL, FLEX, GT

1:00pm CDT

AI Powered Classroom - Reclaiming Your Time

Friday May 29, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT

B204

Limited Capacity seats available

Become a content creation expert by leveraging AI-powered chatbot tools to design engaging, standards-aligned lessons, assessments, and resources with greater efficiency and precision. This session will equip you with practical strategies and reusable prompt frameworks that elevate instructional quality while giving you back valuable time.

Speakers

Matthew Simmons

EMPOWER 2026 pdf

Friday May 29, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
B204

Audience 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th
Subject Artificial Intelligence, Cross-disciplinary
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

1:00pm CDT

Beyond the Classroom: Integrating GT and ESL Learning Through VR

Friday May 29, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT

A109

Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.

This session explores how virtual reality can be used to integrate Gifted and Talented and ESL instruction through immersive, language-rich learning experiences. Participants will learn how VR supports higher-level thinking, inquiry, and creativity while providing visual and contextual supports that enhance language development and access for English learners. Teachers will leave with practical...
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Speakers

Emily Mooney

GT Specialist- Stuard & Vandagriff Elementaries, Aledo ISD

Nora Hawkins

Jill Hall

Friday May 29, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
A109

Audience 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, PreK-2nd, Administrators
Subject STEM
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, ESL, FLEX, GT

1:00pm CDT

Google Slides to Canva: Dare To Switch?

Friday May 29, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT

Lecture Hall

Limited Capacity seats available

Feeling left behind while everyone’s making Canva Slides? Don’t worry, you don’t have to dive in headfirst! This session is perfect for Google Slides users who want to dip their toes into Canva presentations without the overwhelm. You’ll get hands-on practice creating slides that look polished and professional - and yes, bring your laptop! By the end, you’ll have a few tricks up your...
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Speakers

Thien Huynh

Instructional Technology Coordinator, Aledo ISD

Friday May 29, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Lecture Hall

Audience 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, PreK-2nd
Subject Canva
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

2:45pm CDT

Google Sheets for Teachers: Because Tracking Student Data on Napkins Doesn't Work

Friday May 29, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT

Library

Limited Capacity filling up

Create and utilize google sheets for progress monitoring, analyzing assessment results, and motivating students. Walk away with templates that you can incorporate on day one of next year! An added bonus in this session includes discussion connecting trackers and higher ratings on rubrics for the CT Continuum and T-TESS.

Speakers

Paula Vidaurri

Instructional Specialist, 6-8 RLA, Aledo ISD

Tyler Bauer

6th Grade RLA, McAnally Middle School

Amanda Douglas

6th Grade RLA Teacher

Friday May 29, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
Library

Audience 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, PreK-2nd
Subject Technology Integration
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX, GT

2:45pm CDT

Amplify Desmos Math (K-2): mClass and Boost Learning

Friday May 29, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT

A103

Limited Capacity seats available

Speakers

Deanne Torres

Math Curriculum Coordinator, Aledo ISD

Friday May 29, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
A103

Math

Audience 3rd-5th, K-2
Subject Math
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX, ESL, GT

2:45pm CDT

Light Up Learning with IXL Spark Studio

Friday May 29, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT

B108

Limited Capacity seats available

Explore IXL Spark Studio to enhance classroom instruction, practice, and review. In this session, teachers will learn how to effectively navigate Spark Studio and design interactive, engaging activities that make practice and review meaningful and enjoyable for students. The session will also highlight strategies for using the tool to differentiate instruction and support both English Language...
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Speakers

Tammy Schank

Math Instructional Specialist, Aledo ISD

Friday May 29, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
B108

Math

Audience 3rd-5th, K-2, 3rd-6th
Subject Math
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX, ESL, GT

2:45pm CDT

We Need to Talk…. About your Parent Communication!

Friday May 29, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT

A101

Limited Capacity filling up

Speakers

Hannah McConnell

Instructional Specialist, Aledo ISD

Heather Street

Friday May 29, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
A101

Parent Communication

Audience 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, PreK-2nd
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

2:45pm CDT

Focus on Revising! - K-5

Friday May 29, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT

B110

Limited Capacity seats available

Come explore the skills tested in the Revising passages with hands-on interaction. Leave with resources, lessons, and ideas to use with your students throughout the year.

Speakers

Tosh McGaughy

Educational Consultant, Tosh McGaughy LLC

Friday May 29, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
B110

Audience K-5th
Subject Reading/Language Arts
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

2:45pm CDT

Learning Through Inquiry

Friday May 29, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT

B112

Limited Capacity seats available

We will be presenting on how we set up our student driven inquiry projects. Students guide themselves through independent learning tasks and then apply their knowledge to engineering some type of a project. We will share how we set up the learning tasks and facilitate without giving the answers. How we guide students through their own creative process in the design phase, and...
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Speakers

Luke Campbell

8th Grade Science, Aledo ISD

Kate Thomas

8th Grade Science, Aledo ISD

Friday May 29, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
B112

Science

Audience 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, PreK-2nd
Subject STEM
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

2:45pm CDT

Special Programs Curriculum Resources: A Deep Dive into Lexia, TouchMath, Diffit, & More!

Friday May 29, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT

B104

Limited Capacity seats available

We will spend time reviewing all the curriculum resources that are provided to special programs teachers. We will look at resources for math, ELAR, social skills and behavior support, AI tools, and discover practical and useful ways to integrate these into your instruction.

Please bring a device for some hands-on activities.

Speakers

Vicki Boring

Professional Learning Facilitator, Lexia Learning

Katie Tonemah

Friday May 29, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
B104

Audience Special Education Teachers
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, FLEX

2:45pm CDT

Empowering Educators: Morphological Strategies and Tools for Supporting Struggling Readers with Vocabulary and Comprehension

Friday May 29, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT

B107

Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.

Unlock ways to support all readers across content areas in this empowering session. Explore strategies and practical tools to help struggling readers — including those with dyslexia, specific learning disabilities (SLD), emerging bilinguals (EB), and even gifted learners (GT) — reach their full potential using morphology to enhance vocabulary and comprehension.

Speakers

Amber Jaime

Dyslexia Specialist, AISD--Vandagriff Elementary

Dyslexia Specialist at Vanda C.A.L.P. Wrapping up my 20th year as an educator, my 9th year serving students with Dyslexia.

Kelly Dyson

Friday May 29, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
B107

Audience 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, PreK-2nd
Credit 1.5hr., CPE, ESL, FLEX, GT

2:45pm CDT

Build-a-Bot Workshop: Practical MagicSchool Chatbots for Any Experience Level