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Aledo ISD Empower 2026
Welcome to Aledo ISD’s Summer Learning Academy!
Audience: K-2 clear filter
Thursday, May 28
 

10:15am CDT

Amplify Desmos Math (K–5): Navigating the Platform & Exploring Your New Curriculum
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Thursday May 28, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
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 the end of the session, teachers will feel more confident locating resources, understanding how lessons are organized, and beginning to envision how the curriculum will support student learning in their classrooms.
Speakers
avatar for Deanne Torres

Deanne Torres

Math Curriculum Coordinator, Aledo ISD
Thursday May 28, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
Lecture Hall
  Math

1:00pm CDT

Amplify Desmos Math 3–5: Inside the Math Block (Model Lesson)
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Thursday May 28, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
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 will have a clear understanding of the different elements of Amplify and feel confident organizing their own math block to make the most of the curriculum.
Speakers
avatar for Marissa Torres

Marissa Torres

Aledo ISD
Instructional Specialist, Aledo ISD
Thursday May 28, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
B210
  Math

1:00pm CDT

Amplify Desmos Math K–2: Inside the Math Block (Model Lesson)
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Thursday May 28, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
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 will have a clear understanding of the different elements of Amplify and feel confident organizing their own math block to make the most of the curriculum.
Speakers
avatar for Barb Williams

Barb Williams

Instructional Specialist, Aledo ISD
Thursday May 28, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Library
  Math

1:00pm CDT

Stemscopes Success: Navigate, Plan, Teach
LIMITED
Thursday May 28, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
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 implementation. By the end of the session, teachers will have a clearer understanding of the structure of the curriculum and feel more confident navigating the platform as they begin preparing to use Stemscopes in their classrooms.
Speakers
avatar for Tammy Schank

Tammy Schank

Math Instructional Specialist, Aledo ISD
avatar for Keely Hulme

Keely Hulme

Math Instructional Specialist, Aledo ISD
Thursday May 28, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
B104
  Math

2:45pm CDT

Amplify Desmos Math (K-2): mClass and Boost Learning
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Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
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 will also have time to explore the platforms themselves to become more familiar with the tools and resources available to support their students.
Speakers
avatar for Deanne Torres

Deanne Torres

Math Curriculum Coordinator, Aledo ISD
Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
Library
  Math

2:45pm CDT

McGraw-Hill High School Math: Navigating the Platform and Exploring the Curriculum
LIMITED
Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
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 for planning and implementation. By the end of the session, teachers will have a clearer understanding of the structure of the curriculum and feel more confident navigating the platform as they begin preparing to use McGraw Hill in their classrooms.
Speakers
avatar for Keely Hulme

Keely Hulme

Math Instructional Specialist, Aledo ISD
Thursday May 28, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
B202
  Math
 
Friday, May 29
 

8:30am CDT

Amplify Desmos Math (K–5): Differentiation Strategies Built Into the Curriculum
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Friday May 29, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
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
avatar for Lindsey Rutherford

Lindsey Rutherford

4th Grade Math/Science Teacher
Friday May 29, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
A103
  Math

8:30am CDT

Amplify Desmos Math (K–5): Navigating the Platform & Exploring Your New Curriculum
LIMITED
Friday May 29, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
Limited Capacity seats available
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 the end of the session, teachers will feel more confident locating resources, understanding how lessons are organized, and beginning to envision how the curriculum will support student learning in their classrooms.
Speakers
avatar for Deanne Torres

Deanne Torres

Math Curriculum Coordinator, Aledo ISD
Friday May 29, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
Library
  Math

8:30am CDT

Let’s Talk STEMscopes! Language & Vocabulary Supports for Math Success
LIMITED
Friday May 29, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
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
avatar for Emily Lyle

Emily Lyle

Math Teacher, Aledo ISD
Friday May 29, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
B109
  Math

10:15am CDT

Amplify Desmos Math 3–5: Inside the Math Block (Model Lesson)
LIMITED
Friday May 29, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
Limited Capacity seats available
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 will have a clear understanding of the different elements of Amplify and feel confident organizing their own math block to make the most of the curriculum.
Speakers
avatar for Marissa Torres

Marissa Torres

Aledo ISD
Instructional Specialist, Aledo ISD
Friday May 29, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
B108
  Math

10:15am CDT

Amplify Desmos Math K–2: Inside the Math Block (Model Lesson)
LIMITED
Friday May 29, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
Limited Capacity seats available
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 will have a clear understanding of the different elements of Amplify and feel confident organizing their own math block to make the most of the curriculum.
Speakers
avatar for Barb Williams

Barb Williams

Instructional Specialist, Aledo ISD
Friday May 29, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
A103
  Math

1:00pm CDT

Amplify Desmos Math (K–5): Differentiation Strategies Built Into the Curriculum
LIMITED
Friday May 29, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Limited Capacity seats available
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
avatar for Lindsey Rutherford

Lindsey Rutherford

4th Grade Math/Science Teacher
Friday May 29, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Library
  Math

2:45pm CDT

Amplify Desmos Math (K-2): mClass and Boost Learning
LIMITED
Friday May 29, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
Limited Capacity seats available
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 will also have time to explore the platforms themselves to become more familiar with the tools and resources available to support their students.
Speakers
avatar for Deanne Torres

Deanne Torres

Math Curriculum Coordinator, Aledo ISD
Friday May 29, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
A103
  Math

2:45pm CDT

Light Up Learning with IXL Spark Studio
LIMITED
Friday May 29, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
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 Learners and Gifted & Talented students.  This is a repeat session from February 13th PL.
Speakers
avatar for Tammy Schank

Tammy Schank

Math Instructional Specialist, Aledo ISD
Friday May 29, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
B108
  Math
 
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