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Tuesday, July 22
 

8:30am CDT

Daily 5 Stations in the Bilingual Classroom
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
A118
Designed for K–3 bilingual educators, this session will explore practical classroom structures, ways to make the most of your HQIM resources, and proven reading strategies to boost student success.  

Presenters
avatar for Daisy Martinez

Daisy Martinez

Sherman Independent School District
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Ruth Pena

Sherman Independent School District
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
A118
  1 hour, Student Engagement

8:30am CDT

Embedding Writing in Science: Mastering Two-Part Student Responses
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
A113
Learn how to seamlessly integrate writing into science by guiding students to craft strong responses to two-part questions. This session will provide strategies to improve clarity, reasoning, and scientific communication. Walk away with practical tools to enhance student writing, boost critical thinking, and deepen understanding in your science classroom!
Presenters
avatar for Monica Becker

Monica Becker

Educator, Sherman Independent School District
avatar for Diane Dunou

Diane Dunou

Sherman Independent School District
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
A113
  1 hour, Student Engagement, Technology Integration

8:30am CDT

Tips and Tricks for a Successful Year
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
A115
Young children are naturally curious and learn best through hands-on experiences and engaging in meaningful ways with their teachers and classmates. During this training we will explore a variety of Behavior Management Strategies, transitions, songs, games, etc.. These are just some of the ways we will help create a caring community of learners, enhancing and supporting children's development and learning through teaching young children in fun and creative ways.
Presenters
avatar for Alyssa Woody

Alyssa Woody

Head Start Teacher, Sherman Independent School District
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
A115
  1 hour, Student Engagement, Classroom Management

8:30am CDT

Accommodation Symposium
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
A134
We invite all administrators, special education staff, 504 coordinators, MTSS teams, and diagnosticians to join us for a detailed session on STAAR accommodations and accessibility features. In this session, we will review who qualifies for these accommodations, when they should be applied, and what they look like in practice. Gain a clear understanding of how to ensure equitable access for all students during STAAR testing and how to effectively implement these features to support student success.
Presenters
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Susan Miles

Coordinator of Assessment and Special Programs, Sherman Independent School District
District Coordinator Academy SessionsAuto Pilot SetupPerformance Tracker SetupAcademy LaunchYou have access to attend the DTC TestHound Academy until the end of the school year.
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Brad Rawlins

Sherman Independent School District
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
A134
  3 hour, Student Engagement

8:30am CDT

Back That Thang’ Up: Using Evidence to Support Constructed Response Gr 3-12 (presented by Region 10)
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
A129
Students’ ability to clearly answer constructed response items and select the best text evidence to support their responses will depend on the number and quality of opportunities they have to practice these vital skills. In this session, participants will gain an understanding of the STAAR assessment requirements for constructed response questions, learn strategies to create text-based questions based on the TEKS, and help facilitate students’ abilities to compose written responses that provide appropriate text evidence.
Presenters
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Chandra Shaw

Region 10 Service Center
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
A129
  3 hour, Student Engagement

8:30am CDT

Building Strong Foundations: Fine Motor, Communication, and Behavior in Primary Education
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
A105-SL
Set the stage for academic and functional success by understanding the critical role of fine motor skills, communication, and behavior in early learning. This session provides an overview of key developmental milestones and explores how purposeful play fosters growth in these essential areas. Learn practical strategies to support young learners, enhance classroom engagement, and build a strong foundation for future academic success.
Presenters
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Lori Clark

Diagnostician, Sherman Independent School District
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Melanie Hoch

Sherman Independent School District
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Kacie Hawkins

Sherman Independent School District
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Michelle Reeves

Sherman Independent School District
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
A105-SL
  3 hour, Student Engagement

8:30am CDT

Early Elementary Math Stations (presented by Region 10)
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
A125
Transform your math stations into powerful learning experiences that spark curiosity and deepen understanding! In this session, we will explore how to design and implement inquiry-based math stations that encourage students to think critically, ask questions, and explore mathematical concepts through hands-on engagement. Participants will discover strategies for fostering student independence, mathematical discourse, and problem-solving while ensuring stations align with key K-2 math concepts. Walk away with practical strategies to make math stations meaningful and engaging.
Presenters
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Kendall Veazy

Region 10 Service Center
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
A125
  3 hour, Student Engagement

8:30am CDT

Elementary Social Studies: Engage using Social Studies Weekly
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
A126
Get the most out of Social Studies Weekly by utilizing Canva presentations and student engagement strategies based on SS Weekly content.
Presenters
avatar for Tonia Burr

Tonia Burr

Sherman Independent School District
avatar for Amy Gardner

Amy Gardner

Sherman Independent School District
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
A126
  3 hour, Student Engagement

8:30am CDT

Just The Facts- Teaching Text Evidence
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
A140
Explore strategies for guiding students in identifying, analyzing, and incorporating text evidence to support their understanding and responses. Participants will engage in hands-on activities that model how to teach students to find and cite evidence appropriately, use it to strengthen arguments, and deepen comprehension.
Presenters
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Stacey Franklin

Sherman Independent School District
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Brandi Jenkins

Sherman Independent School District
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
A140
  3 hour, Student Engagement

8:30am CDT

Math Station Tips and Tricks
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
A130
Learn how to set up, locate, and run successful math stations.
Presenters
avatar for Trista Wynn

Trista Wynn

Sherman Independent School District
avatar for LaDonna Stanek

LaDonna Stanek

Sherman Independent School District
avatar for Hannah Lemoine

Hannah Lemoine

Sherman Independent School District
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
A130
  3 hour, Student Engagement, Classroom Management

8:30am CDT

Science STAAR Essentials for 3rd-5ths (presented by Region 10)
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
A123
“Cracking the Code: Unpacking the Science STAAR Test Essentials” is your go-to guide for understanding and mastering the STAAR (State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness) test. This comprehensive session breaks down the structure, key components, and best practices in addition to instructional strategies needed to tackle the STAAR with confidence.
Presenters
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Samantha Bradbury

Region 10 Service Center
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
A123
  3 hour, Student Engagement

8:30am CDT

TEKS, Targets, and Tracking
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
A107-SL
Explore how to unpack TEKS, create clear learning targets in student-friendly language, and implement effective progress monitoring in your classroom. This session will provide practical strategies to enhance student understanding, engagement, and achievement through targeted instruction and tracking progress.
Presenters
avatar for Bailey Jordan

Bailey Jordan

Instructional Coach, Sherman Independent School District
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
A107-SL
  3 hour, Student Engagement

8:30am CDT

Thinking Maps Reboot
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
A116
Thinking Maps are visual patterns for specific cognitive tasks that help students in all grades and content areas “build the critical thinking, problem-solving, comprehension, and communication skills necessary for academic success.” Join us for mapping fun as we reinvest in these patterns of learning that are already in our wheelhouse. “Thinking Maps… work the way the brain works!”
Presenters
avatar for Shann Schubert

Shann Schubert

Assistant Principal, Sherman ISD
Shann is a veteran educator, with an array of experiences in early childhood education.  She has served as director of a childcare facility, assistant program coordinator for an early childhood intervention program, and a teacher in Head Start and prekindergarten classrooms; she... Read More →
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
A116
  3 hour, Student Engagement

8:30am CDT

Engaging Learners for Emergent Bilingual (presented by lead4ward)
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 5:15pm CDT
A138
Move from teacher-centered instruction with passive, bored students to exciting, engaging instruction where students move, do the talking, comprehend content, correct mistakes, and deepen connections. Get ready to move, interact, and have lots of fun as we rehearse activities that engage students to learn academic vocabulary, analyze complex visuals, comprehend difficult text, and THINK! TALK! WRITE! You’ll be able to use the strategies we practice in the session with students the very next day!
Presenters
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Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 5:15pm CDT
A138
  6 hour, ELL, Student Engagement

9:30am CDT

Accelerate Writing Achievement with Curipod: Real-Time Feedback That Boosts STAAR Scores
Tuesday July 22, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CDT
A114
Join us to learn how using Curipod lead to a 22% increase in students achieving 'Meets' and 'Masters' levels on STAAR. Experience how AI-powered, real-time feedback, tailored to state-specific rubrics, enables students to revise and improve within the same class period, accelerating writing skills and boosting performance.
Presenters
C
Tuesday July 22, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CDT
A114
  1 hour, Student Engagement

9:30am CDT

Using STEMScopes to Plan Engaging Activities in Science
Tuesday July 22, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CDT
A115
Bring science to life with hands-on, real-world learning! In this session, explore how to use STEMScopes to plan and implement engaging, interactive activities that spark curiosity and deepen understanding. Learn how to leverage Engage Activities and real-world experiences to captivate students, promote inquiry-based learning, and make science more meaningful.
Presenters
avatar for Diana Gillum

Diana Gillum

Teacher, Sherman Independent School District
I love my family! ... and my Cats! I have been teaching for 16yrs in the Sherman ISD. I enjoy my job because little ones are fun to teach! I'm thankful that God has helped me to get where I am today.
avatar for Kay McClanahan

Kay McClanahan

Teacher, Sherman Independent School District
I have 2 daughters and one of them has been teaching kindergarten for 17 year in McKinney. I've been in the teaching profession for 38 years. It is my passion to educate children. 
Tuesday July 22, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CDT
A115
  1 hour, Student Engagement

9:30am CDT

Using the Teacher Toolbox in iReady (presented by iReady)
Tuesday July 22, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CDT
A111
How do I access the teacher toolbox? How do I use it to differentiate for my students? How can I tell which lesson to use for which TEKS? How can I use it for stations? All of these questions and more will be answered during this session!
Presenters
LM
Tuesday July 22, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CDT
A111
  1 hour, Student Engagement

10:30am CDT

Curipod for 100% Student Engagement
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CDT
A114
Get students talking, thinking, and looking up from their screens. In this session, explore how Curipod’s interactive presentations spark curiosity, boost collaboration, and turn passive learning into active engagement. Learn how to generate lessons on any subject in seconds and provide an immediate feedback loop that drives achievement (increase ‘meets’ and ‘masters’ by 22%). You’ll leave with a ready-to-use, customized lesson that gets every student involved.
Presenters
C
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CDT
A114
  1 hour, Student Engagement

10:30am CDT

Enhancing Teaching with Canva
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CDT
A136
Discover how Canva can transform your teaching! Learn practical tools and creative tactics to design engaging visuals, organize your classroom, and streamline lesson delivery for students in PreK-12. This session will help you enhance student engagement, simplify classroom management, and elevate your digital teaching toolkit.
Presenters
avatar for Ashton Tocquigny

Ashton Tocquigny

4th Grade Teacher, Sherman Independent School District
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CDT
A136
  1 hour, Student Engagement, Technology Integration

10:30am CDT

Ignite the Author in Your Students
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CDT
A118
Come join us and learn how to turn your students into Published Authors for free. Using a simple to use website and program your class can publish their own book to have for years to come.
Presenters
avatar for Miranda Henley

Miranda Henley

Elementary Teacher, Sherman Independent School District
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CDT
A118
  1 hour, Student Engagement

10:30am CDT

Magnetic Reading 2.0 (presented by iReady)
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CDT
A111
"I know how to use my TE to teach Magnetic Reading but I'm ready to take it to the next step." If this is you, consider coming to this session to hear more!
Presenters
LM
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CDT
A111
  1 hour, Student Engagement

2:15pm CDT

Accelerate Writing Achievement with Curipod: Real-Time Feedback That Boosts STAAR Scores
Tuesday July 22, 2025 2:15pm - 3:05pm CDT
A114
Join us to learn how using Curipod lead to a 22% increase in students achieving 'Meets' and 'Masters' levels on STAAR. Experience how AI-powered, real-time feedback, tailored to state-specific rubrics, enables students to revise and improve within the same class period, accelerating writing skills and boosting performance.
Presenters
C
Tuesday July 22, 2025 2:15pm - 3:05pm CDT
A114
  1 hour, Student Engagement, Technology Integration

2:15pm CDT

Fire Up Your Goals: Spark, Ignite, Achieve!
Tuesday July 22, 2025 2:15pm - 3:05pm CDT
A130
Empower students to take charge of their learning through meaningful goal-setting! In this session, educators will learn practical strategies to help students set, track, and achieve their academic and personal goals. Discover ways to foster a growth mindset, create student-driven goal-setting routines, and encourage accountability in the classroom.
Presenters
avatar for Trista Wynn

Trista Wynn

Sherman Independent School District
avatar for LaDonna Stanek

LaDonna Stanek

Sherman Independent School District
avatar for Hannah Lemoine

Hannah Lemoine

Sherman Independent School District
Tuesday July 22, 2025 2:15pm - 3:05pm CDT
A130
  1 hour, Student Engagement, Classroom Management, Technology Integration

2:15pm CDT

Is it an Accommodation or a Modification?
Tuesday July 22, 2025 2:15pm - 3:05pm CDT
A115
Accommodations and Modifications are not the same. Come learn how to distinguish and implement them in your classroom. Teachers will be able to identify the difference between an accommodation and a modification and how to best implement them in their classrooms to support students.
Presenters
MR

Melissa Ramirez

Sherman Independent School District
Tuesday July 22, 2025 2:15pm - 3:05pm CDT
A115
  1 hour, Student Engagement

2:15pm CDT

Using the Teacher Toolbox in iReady (presented by iReady)
Tuesday July 22, 2025 2:15pm - 3:05pm CDT
A111
How do I access the teacher toolbox? How do I use it to differentiate for my students? How can I tell which lesson to use for which TEKS? How can I use it for stations? All of these questions and more will be answered during this session!
Presenters
LM
Tuesday July 22, 2025 2:15pm - 3:05pm CDT
A111
  1 hour, Student Engagement

2:15pm CDT

Enhancing Learning Through Stations in a Secondary Classroom
Tuesday July 22, 2025 2:15pm - 5:15pm CDT
A140
Discover how to enhance student engagement and promote active learning through stations in secondary classrooms. This session will cover what stations are, why they matter, and how to set them up effectively. Teachers will also have dedicated time to design their own stations for immediate classroom use.
Presenters
avatar for Bailey Jordan

Bailey Jordan

Instructional Coach, Sherman Independent School District
Tuesday July 22, 2025 2:15pm - 5:15pm CDT
A140
  3 hour, Student Engagement

2:15pm CDT

Math Manipulatives: Number Lines for Developing Number Sense (presented by Region 10)
Tuesday July 22, 2025 2:15pm - 5:15pm CDT
A125
Get ready to roll up your sleeves and dive into the world of math manipulatives! We’ll explore how hands-on tools can transform abstract concepts into something tangible and meaningful for young learners. Discover ways to engage students, boost their understanding, and make math fun and accessible for everyone. In this session, discover how number lines can be powerful tools in the elementary classroom for building math skills! In this session, we’ll explore ways to use number lines to help learners visualize counting, addition, subtraction, and number relationships. Leave with practical strategies and activities to make number lines an engaging part of your math instruction!
Presenters
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Kendall Veazy

Region 10 Service Center
Tuesday July 22, 2025 2:15pm - 5:15pm CDT
A125
  3 hour, Student Engagement

2:15pm CDT

Science STAAR Essentials for 6th-8th Grades (presented by Region 10)
Tuesday July 22, 2025 2:15pm - 5:15pm CDT
A123
“Cracking the Code: Unpacking the Science STAAR Test Essentials” is your go-to guide for understanding and mastering the STAAR (State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness) test. This comprehensive session breaks down the structure, key components, and best practices in addition to instructional strategies needed to tackle the STAAR with confidence.
Presenters
SB

Samantha Bradbury

Region 10 Service Center
Tuesday July 22, 2025 2:15pm - 5:15pm CDT
A123
  3 hour, Student Engagement

3:15pm CDT

Curipod for 100% Student Engagement
Tuesday July 22, 2025 3:15pm - 4:05pm CDT
A114
Get students talking, thinking, and looking up from their screens. In this session, explore how Curipod’s interactive presentations spark curiosity, boost collaboration, and turn passive learning into active engagement. Learn how to generate lessons on any subject in seconds and provide an immediate feedback loop that drives achievement (increase ‘meets’ and ‘masters’ by 22%). You’ll leave with a ready-to-use, customized lesson that gets every student involved.
Presenters
C
Tuesday July 22, 2025 3:15pm - 4:05pm CDT
A114
  1 hour, Student Engagement, Technology Integration

3:15pm CDT

Effective Class Projects
Tuesday July 22, 2025 3:15pm - 4:05pm CDT
A126
Educators will identify steps to ensure all students are engaged and accountable, develop a structured timeline with key checkpoints, and create effective rubrics for meaningful assessment.
Presenters
avatar for Cristina Pollard

Cristina Pollard

Teacher, Sherman Independent School District
Tuesday July 22, 2025 3:15pm - 4:05pm CDT
A126
  1 hour, Student Engagement

3:15pm CDT

Hidden Canvas Tools That Spark Big Results
Tuesday July 22, 2025 3:15pm - 4:05pm CDT
A108-CL
Join us for an exciting session where you'll explore powerful, time-saving tools already integrated into Canvas! Discover Khanmigo, an AI-powered assistant that helps streamline your workflow and enhance instruction. Dive into Lucid, a dynamic digital whiteboard perfect for student collaboration, brainstorming, and note-taking. Plus, learn how to create instant, standards-aligned assessments like exit tickets in minutes using TEKSbank Classroom. Whether you're looking to work smarter or spark creativity in your classroom, this session has something for you!
Presenters
avatar for Kathy Sedlacek

Kathy Sedlacek

Instructional Technology Specialist, Sherman Independent School District
I've been an educator with Sherman ISD for the past 23 years. In my current role as district Instructional Technology Specialist, I provide professional development and support for our digital learning platforms and resources.
avatar for Sabrina Redwine

Sabrina Redwine

Instructional Technology Specialist, Sherman Independent School District
Tuesday July 22, 2025 3:15pm - 4:05pm CDT
A108-CL
  1 hour, Student Engagement, Technology Integration

3:15pm CDT

Magnetic Reading 2.0 (presented by iReady)
Tuesday July 22, 2025 3:15pm - 4:05pm CDT
A111
"I know how to use my TE to teach Magnetic Reading but I'm ready to take it to the next step." If this is you, consider coming to this session to hear more!
Presenters
LM
Tuesday July 22, 2025 3:15pm - 4:05pm CDT
A111
  1 hour, Student Engagement

3:15pm CDT

Using Games to Enhance Educational Engagement
Tuesday July 22, 2025 3:15pm - 4:05pm CDT
A118
Turn learning into play! This session will equip educators with the tools and ideas needed to create custom board games that reinforce key concepts and boost student engagement. Explore the fundamentals of game design, discover ways to align games with your curriculum, and learn how to incorporate student-created games for deeper learning.
Presenters
avatar for Sabrina Goddard

Sabrina Goddard

Sherman Independent School District
Tuesday July 22, 2025 3:15pm - 4:05pm CDT
A118
  1 hour, Student Engagement
 
Wednesday, July 23
 

8:30am CDT

Enhancing Teaching with Canva
Wednesday July 23, 2025 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
A140
Discover how Canva can transform your teaching! Learn practical tools and creative tactics to design engaging visuals, organize your classroom, and streamline lesson delivery for students in PreK-12. This session will help you enhance student engagement, simplify classroom management, and elevate your digital teaching toolkit.
Presenters
avatar for Ashton Tocquigny

Ashton Tocquigny

4th Grade Teacher, Sherman Independent School District
Wednesday July 23, 2025 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
A140
  1 hour, Student Engagement, Technology Integration

8:30am CDT

Ignite the Author in Your Students
Wednesday July 23, 2025 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
A118
Come join us and learn how to turn your students into Published Authors for free. Using a simple to use website and program your class can publish their own book to have for years to come.
Presenters
avatar for Miranda Henley

Miranda Henley

Elementary Teacher, Sherman Independent School District
Wednesday July 23, 2025 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
A118
  1 hour, Student Engagement

8:30am CDT

Is it an Accommodation or a Modification?
Wednesday July 23, 2025 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
A115
Accommodations and Modifications are not the same. Come learn how to distinguish and implement them in your classroom. Teachers will be able to identify the difference between an accommodation and a modification and how to best implement them in their classrooms to support students.
Presenters
MR

Melissa Ramirez

Sherman Independent School District
Wednesday July 23, 2025 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
A115
  1 hour, Student Engagement

8:30am CDT

Solving Word Problems in Math
Wednesday July 23, 2025 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
A129
Teaching teachers how to instruct students in solving word problems, including expectations for student work, how to analyze a problem, discuss thinking out loud, promote student discussion around solutions and share strategies/thinking
Presenters
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Lisette Bugert

Sherman Independent School District
Wednesday July 23, 2025 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
A129
  1 hour, Student Engagement

8:30am CDT

Think INSIDE the Box! Think Tanks and Extended Learning
Wednesday July 23, 2025 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
A130
Feeling hard-pressed to come up with activities for your high learners? With a little organization and preparation, Think Tanks might just provide the answer. These self-contained units of study allow advanced learners to follow an independent or small-group lesson that incorporates several elements. With a plastic box and a core text, you can create activities that are engaging, challenging, and relevant. Examples will be elementary/middle school texts, but the format is easily adapted to any level.
Presenters
avatar for Charlsie Vaught

Charlsie Vaught

Instructional Technology Specialist, Sherman Independent School District
Charlsie Vaught is entering her 31st year in education! During this time, she has worked at both the elementary and secondary levels, serving as a classroom teacher, special education teacher, instructional coach/interventionist, and district instructional technologist.  Charlsie... Read More →
Wednesday July 23, 2025 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
A130
  1 hour, Student Engagement

8:30am CDT

Unlock the Power of Google Tools
Wednesday July 23, 2025 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
A104-CL
Looking for ways to simplify your lesson planning, increase student engagement, and foster collaboration? Let’s explore how Google Docs, Workspaces, and Keep can transform the way you and your students create, organize, and share information.
Presenters
avatar for Sabrina Redwine

Sabrina Redwine

Instructional Technology Specialist, Sherman Independent School District
Wednesday July 23, 2025 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
A104-CL
  1 hour, Student Engagement, Technology Integration

8:30am CDT

Boosting Student Discourse: Engaging Strategies for Every Content Area
Wednesday July 23, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
A113
Learn dynamic strategies to foster student discourse across all content areas! This session will show you how to implement student discourse techniques that encourage collaboration, critical thinking, and deeper engagement in every subject. Walk away with practical tools to enhance classroom discussions and improve student understanding and participation.
Presenters
avatar for Diane Dunou

Diane Dunou

Sherman Independent School District
avatar for Monica Becker

Monica Becker

Educator, Sherman Independent School District
Wednesday July 23, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
A113
  3 hour, Student Engagement, Classroom Management

8:30am CDT

Ignite Student Learning: Gamifying Your Classroom for Engagement and Success
Wednesday July 23, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
A114
Transform your classroom into an interactive, game-based learning environment that boosts engagement and motivation. In this session, you'll discover practical strategies to gamify lessons and foster a sense of achievement among students.
Presenters
avatar for Shawna Easton

Shawna Easton

Elementary Curriculum Coordinator, Sherman ISD
Wednesday July 23, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
A114
  3 hour, Student Engagement

8:30am CDT

Lighting up Student Performance Through Classroom Adaptations and Modifications
Wednesday July 23, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
A128
Students with disabilities are often visual learners who function best with information about their schedule and activities. They thrive on routines and predictability. In this presentation, you will get a "grand tour" of a variety of ideas that will leave you with "aha" moments! You'll see some hands-on activities that can be used as student supports in both the special education and general education classroom.
Presenters
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Crystal Tumbleson

SLC, Sherman Independent School District
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Dr. Stacey Callaway

Sherman Independent School District
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Tamara Dutton

Sherman Independent School District
Wednesday July 23, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
A128
  3 hour, Student Engagement

8:30am CDT

RLA SCR Scoring & Strategy Gr 3-12 Reading & Writing SCRs
Wednesday July 23, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
A123
In this session, participants will explore expectations and scoring guidelines for both the RLA STAAR reading and the RLA writing short constructed responses. Participants will evaluate sample prompts, rubrics, and student samples as well as connect constructed response skills to other elements of the RLA STAAR and EOC exams. Additionally, participants will explore instructional strategies to support student growth.
Presenters
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Jennifer Gunn

Region 10 Service Center
Wednesday July 23, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
A123
  3 hour, Student Engagement

8:30am CDT

Using Math Routines to Build Number Sense (presented by Region 10)
Wednesday July 23, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
A125
Developing number sense is essential for mathematical success, and daily math routines provide powerful opportunities for students to build flexibility, reasoning, and confidence with numbers. Participants will learn how to implement routines effectively to promote mathematical discourse, strategic thinking, and problem-solving. Walk away with resources to seamlessly integrate these routines into your daily instruction and deepen students’ mathematical understanding!
Presenters
KV

Kendall Veazy

Region 10 Service Center
Wednesday July 23, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
A125
  3 hour, Student Engagement

8:30am CDT

Instructional Strategies to support Language Development in Emergent Bilingual Students (presented by lead4ward)
Wednesday July 23, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm CDT
A138
We’ll explore an integrated approach to connect language and learning through intentional and inclusive instruction. Together, we’ll examine key elements such as second language acquisition, diversified support, and culturally responsive practices that meet the linguistic, cognitive, and affective needs of bilingual learners. By equipping students with the skills to access grade-level content, engage deeply with academic tasks, and leverage their multilingual abilities, we can help them reach their full potential.
Presenters
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Wednesday July 23, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm CDT
A138
  6 hour, ELL, Student Engagement

8:30am CDT

Youth Mental Health First Aid
Wednesday July 23, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm CDT
A126
Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, neighbors, health and human services workers, and other caring citizens how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. Youth Mental Health First Aid is primarily designed for adults who regularly interact with young people. The course introduces common mental health challenges for youth, reviews typical adolescent development, and teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations.
Presenters
avatar for Aileen Hays

Aileen Hays

Coordinator of Counseling and Student Services, Sherman Independent School District
Aileen Hays is the Coordinator for Counseling and Student Services in Sherman ISD.  She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 30 years of experience working with youth and families as a therapist, school social worker, and school counselor. In 2019 and 2020, she has... Read More →
KB

Kyrstin Ball

Texoma Community Center
Wednesday July 23, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm CDT
A126
  6 hour, Student Engagement

9:30am CDT

Fire Up Your Goals: Spark, Ignite, Achieve!
Wednesday July 23, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CDT
A130
Empower students to take charge of their learning through meaningful goal-setting! In this session, educators will learn practical strategies to help students set, track, and achieve their academic and personal goals. Discover ways to foster a growth mindset, create student-driven goal-setting routines, and encourage accountability in the classroom.
Presenters
avatar for Hannah Lemoine

Hannah Lemoine

Sherman Independent School District
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LaDonna Stanek

Sherman Independent School District
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Trista Wynn

Sherman Independent School District
Wednesday July 23, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CDT
A130
  1 hour, Student Engagement, Classroom Management, Technology Integration

9:30am CDT

Using STEMScopes to Plan Engaging Activities in Science
Wednesday July 23, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CDT
A118
Bring science to life with hands-on, real-world learning! In this session, explore how to use STEMScopes to plan and implement engaging, interactive activities that spark curiosity and deepen understanding. Learn how to leverage Engage Activities and real-world experiences to captivate students, promote inquiry-based learning, and make science more meaningful.
Presenters
avatar for Diana Gillum

Diana Gillum

Teacher, Sherman Independent School District
I love my family! ... and my Cats! I have been teaching for 16yrs in the Sherman ISD. I enjoy my job because little ones are fun to teach! I'm thankful that God has helped me to get where I am today.
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Kay McClanahan

Teacher, Sherman Independent School District
I have 2 daughters and one of them has been teaching kindergarten for 17 year in McKinney. I've been in the teaching profession for 38 years. It is my passion to educate children. 
Wednesday July 23, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CDT
A118
  1 hour, Student Engagement

9:30am CDT

Using the Reports in iReady (presented by iReady)
Wednesday July 23, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CDT
A111
Come to this session to hear about all the reports in iReady and what action steps you can take with the information from them. Here more about Instructional Groupings, Scaffolding for Reading, Prerequistes for Math and more!
Presenters
LM
Wednesday July 23, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CDT
A111
  1 hour, Student Engagement

10:30am CDT

Effective Class Projects
Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CDT
A118
Educators will identify steps to ensure all students are engaged and accountable, develop a structured timeline with key checkpoints, and create effective rubrics for meaningful assessment.
Presenters
avatar for Cristina Pollard

Cristina Pollard

Teacher, Sherman Independent School District
Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CDT
A118
  1 hour, Student Engagement

10:30am CDT

Magnetic Reading Beyond 2nd Grade (presented by iReady)
Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CDT
A111
Did you know iReady has Magnetic Reading beyond learning to read? There are lessons to help students deepen their comprehension and write more. Come to this session to hear about this resource and how to use it in your classroom.
Presenters
LM
Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CDT
A111
  1 hour, Student Engagement

12:40pm CDT

Encouraging Productive Struggle through Aggressive Monitoring
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:40pm - 1:30pm CDT
A134
This presentation will explain aggressive monitoring and how it is a useful tool in the classroom (including BTC settings). I will give real examples & demonstrate how I use this data to form my small groups & provide immediate feedback without stopping the productive struggle.
Presenters
KO

Kassidy Outland

5th Grade Math, Sherman Independent School District
Hello! My name is Kassidy Outland, and I’m a 5th grade math teacher at Crutchfield Elementary. I’ve been teaching since 2012 and have had the privilege of working with students in Kindergarten, 2nd, 3rd, and 5th grades. I’m passionate about using data to drive instruction and... Read More →
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:40pm - 1:30pm CDT
A134
  1 hour, Student Engagement

12:40pm CDT

Using the Reports in iReady (presented by iReady)
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:40pm - 1:30pm CDT
A111
Come to this session to hear about all the reports in iReady and what action steps you can take with the information from them. Here more about Instructional Groupings, Scaffolding for Reading, Prerequistes for Math and more!
Presenters
LM
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:40pm - 1:30pm CDT
A111
  1 hour, Student Engagement

12:40pm CDT

Annotations and Close Reading
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
A129
Learning to read academic texts critically, and create purposeful annotations throughout the reading, will propel students into a level of reading comprehension that will not only improve their assessment scores, but will also make them better readers and writers. These incredibly useful skills will serve your students well in all core classes. Teachers will see specific reading and note-taking strategies for each core content, along with techniques that can be overlapped in cross-curricular curriculum.
Presenters
avatar for Mindy Rodriguez

Mindy Rodriguez

Sherman Independent School District
I have been in the education field since 2004 in both the private and public sector. I received my bachelors degree in English from Mary Baldwin University in Staunton, Virginia, a masters in higher education from the University of Houston, and another masters in education administration... Read More →
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
A129
  3 hour, Student Engagement

12:40pm CDT

Bringing STEMscopes to Life: Fun and Engaging Strategies for Teachers
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
A113
Tired of disengaged students during STEM lessons? This session will show you how to make STEMscopes fun and interactive! Discover hands-on activities, real-world connections, and engaging strategies to spark curiosity and excitement. Leave with ready-to-use ideas to transform your classroom into a dynamic, student-centered learning experience!
Presenters
avatar for Diane Dunou

Diane Dunou

Sherman Independent School District
avatar for Monica Becker

Monica Becker

Educator, Sherman Independent School District
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
A113
  3 hour, Student Engagement

12:40pm CDT

Canvas for Experienced Users
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
A108-CL
If you are familiar with the basics of Canvas, this class is for you! Join us as we explore best uses of Canvas in the classroom.
Presenters
avatar for Sabrina Redwine

Sabrina Redwine

Instructional Technology Specialist, Sherman Independent School District
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
A108-CL
  3 hour, Student Engagement, Technology Integration

12:40pm CDT

Cultivating Creativity: Strategies for Engagement in the Elementary Art Room
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
A105-SL
Whether you're looking to refresh your teacher toolkit or discover new approaches to energize your students, this workshop will provide you with the creative strategies and practical resources needed to make your elementary art classroom a vibrant and engaging space! Not an art teacher? Not a problem! The knowledge you will gain in this workshop will be easily adaptable to all elementary content areas!
Presenters
AK

Albanie Knight

Sherman Independent School District
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
A105-SL
  3 hour, Student Engagement, Classroom Management

12:40pm CDT

Early Elementary Math Stations (presented by Region 10)
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
A125
Transform your math stations into powerful learning experiences that spark curiosity and deepen understanding! In this session, we will explore how to design and implement inquiry-based math stations that encourage students to think critically, ask questions, and explore mathematical concepts through hands-on engagement. Participants will discover strategies for fostering student independence, mathematical discourse, and problem-solving while ensuring stations align with key K-2 math concepts. Walk away with practical strategies to make math stations meaningful and engaging.
Presenters
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Kendall Veazy

Region 10 Service Center
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
A125
  3 hour, Student Engagement

12:40pm CDT

Igniting Literacy Through Interactive Read Alouds
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
A140
This engaging and hands-on workshop is designed to empower educators with strategies to make read-aloud sessions more interactive, purposeful, and impactful. Participants will explore techniques to heighten student engagement, stimulate language development, and foster a love for reading. Through modeling, discussion, and collaborative activities, teachers will gain practical tools to transform their read-alouds into dynamic literacy experiences that benefit all learners.
Presenters
avatar for Linnea Williams

Linnea Williams

Instructional Coach, Sherman Independent School District
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
A140
  3 hour, Student Engagement

12:40pm CDT

Just The Facts- Teaching Text Evidence
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
A130
Explore strategies for guiding students in identifying, analyzing, and incorporating text evidence to support their understanding and responses. Participants will engage in hands-on activities that model how to teach students to find and cite evidence appropriately, use it to strengthen arguments, and deepen comprehension.
Presenters
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Brandi Jenkins

Sherman Independent School District
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Stacey Franklin

Sherman Independent School District
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
A130
  3 hour, Student Engagement

12:40pm CDT

Make Math Engaging: Discover the fun in numbers.
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
A116
Transform your math classroom into an exciting space where students develop a love for numbers! This session will explore effective strategies to actively engage students in understanding mathematics. Learn creative, hands-on approaches to make math enjoyable, spark curiosity, and build confidence. Discover how engagement can help ALL students, regardless of ability level, connect with math and develop a lasting appreciation for the subject.
Presenters
avatar for Jessica Jakovac

Jessica Jakovac

Sherman Independent School District
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Maria Williams

Sherman Independent School District
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
A116
  3 hour, Student Engagement, Classroom Management

12:40pm CDT

Navigating ECR Scoring: Rating Accuracy & Instructional Insights Gr 3-12
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
A123
With the launch of the STAAR redesign, approximately one-third of students in the state of Texas received zero points for their RLA extended constructed responses, exposing a need for a deeper understanding of the text-based writing requirements. Join us as we navigate the complexities of ECR scoring. Participants in this session will understand the STAAR hybrid scoring model, gain insights from the STAAR ECR rubric, engage with analysis and feedback of student samples, as well as explore instructional implications.
Presenters
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Jennifer Gunn

Region 10 Service Center
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
A123
  3 hour, Student Engagement

12:40pm CDT

The FIE to IEP
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
A136
Gain a deeper understanding of how to effectively use the Full Individual Evaluation (FIE) to inform key aspects of the PLAAFP (Present Levels of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance), accommodations, and goal setting for students. This session will walk educators through the process of interpreting evaluation results to create meaningful, individualized plans that support student success.
Presenters
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Dr. Rachel Greenroy

Sherman Independent School District
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
A136
  3 hour, Student Engagement

12:40pm CDT

Thinking Maps Reboot
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
A118
Thinking Maps are visual patterns for specific cognitive tasks that help students in all grades and content areas “build the critical thinking, problem-solving, comprehension, and communication skills necessary for academic success.” Join us for mapping fun as we reinvest in these patterns of learning that are already in our wheelhouse. “Thinking Maps… work the way the brain works!”
Presenters
avatar for Shann Schubert

Shann Schubert

Assistant Principal, Sherman ISD
Shann is a veteran educator, with an array of experiences in early childhood education.  She has served as director of a childcare facility, assistant program coordinator for an early childhood intervention program, and a teacher in Head Start and prekindergarten classrooms; she... Read More →
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
A118
  3 hour, Student Engagement

1:40pm CDT

Magnetic Reading Beyond 2nd Grade (presented by iReady)
Wednesday July 23, 2025 1:40pm - 2:30pm CDT
A111
Did you know iReady has Magnetic Reading beyond learning to read? There are lessons to help students deepen their comprehension and write more. Come to this session to hear about this resource and how to use it in your classroom.
Presenters
LM
Wednesday July 23, 2025 1:40pm - 2:30pm CDT
A111
  1 hour, Student Engagement

1:40pm CDT

Solving Word Problems in Math
Wednesday July 23, 2025 1:40pm - 2:30pm CDT
A134
Teaching teachers how to instruct students in solving word problems, including expectations for student work, how to analyze a problem, discuss thinking out loud, promote student discussion around solutions and share strategies/thinking
Presenters
LB

Lisette Bugert

Sherman Independent School District
Wednesday July 23, 2025 1:40pm - 2:30pm CDT
A134
  1 hour, Student Engagement

2:40pm CDT

From Struggling to STAAR Ready: How Curipod Transforms Writing
Wednesday July 23, 2025 2:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
A134
Teachers will learn how to improve writing scores using Curipod--an engaging AI tool ideal for students 3rd-5ths.
Presenters
avatar for Sarah Christison

Sarah Christison

4th Grade ELAR Teacher, Sherman Independent School District
Sarah Christison is a 4th grade ELA and Social Studies teacher at Sherman ISD with a background in social work. A lifelong reader, cut-flower enthusiast, and proud Sherman ISD parent, she believes in strong, effective differentiation, and using innovative tools like AI in the classroom... Read More →
Wednesday July 23, 2025 2:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
A134
  1 hour, Student Engagement, Technology Integration

2:40pm CDT

Maximizing Intervention Time: Effective Strategies for Targeted Student Support
Wednesday July 23, 2025 2:40pm - 4:05pm CDT
A114
Unlock the power of intervention time with proven frameworks and engaging activities designed to meet diverse student needs. In this session, you'll explore effective intervention models, discover practical strategies for small-group instruction, and learn how to track student progress for maximum growth.
Presenters
avatar for Shawna Easton

Shawna Easton

Elementary Curriculum Coordinator, Sherman ISD
Wednesday July 23, 2025 2:40pm - 4:05pm CDT
A114
  1.5 hour, Student Engagement
 
Thursday, July 24
 

8:30am CDT

Encouraging Productive Struggle through Aggressive Monitoring
Thursday July 24, 2025 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
A134
This presentation will explain aggressive monitoring and how it is a useful tool in the classroom (including BTC settings). I will give real examples & demonstrate how I use this data to form my small groups & provide immediate feedback without stopping the productive struggle.
Presenters
KO

Kassidy Outland

5th Grade Math, Sherman Independent School District
Hello! My name is Kassidy Outland, and I’m a 5th grade math teacher at Crutchfield Elementary. I’ve been teaching since 2012 and have had the privilege of working with students in Kindergarten, 2nd, 3rd, and 5th grades. I’m passionate about using data to drive instruction and... Read More →
Thursday July 24, 2025 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
A134
  1 hour, Student Engagement

8:30am CDT

Using Games to Enhance Educational Engagement
Thursday July 24, 2025 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
A118
Turn learning into play! This session will equip educators with the tools and ideas needed to create custom board games that reinforce key concepts and boost student engagement. Explore the fundamentals of game design, discover ways to align games with your curriculum, and learn how to incorporate student-created games for deeper learning.
Presenters
avatar for Sabrina Goddard

Sabrina Goddard

Sherman Independent School District
Thursday July 24, 2025 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
A118
  1 hour, Student Engagement

8:30am CDT

Enhancing Student Mastery in Social Studies: Effective Strategies for Checking Understanding
Thursday July 24, 2025 8:30am - 9:50am CDT
A123
In this session, we will explore evidence-based strategies to assess and deepen student understanding. Participants will learn how to incorporate retrieval practice, formative assessments, and critical thinking exercises to foster student engagement and retention of key historical concepts. This session will offer practical tools and approaches for checking student comprehension in real-time, adapting instruction to meet diverse needs, and promoting inquiry-based learning that cultivates critical analysis and reflection. Teachers will leave with ready-to-implement strategies designed to enhance both teaching effectiveness and student outcomes in the social studies classroom.
Presenters
KB

Kelly Bellar

Region 10 Service Center
Thursday July 24, 2025 8:30am - 9:50am CDT
A123
  1.5 hour, Student Engagement

8:30am CDT

Ignite Engagement with Discovery Education
Thursday July 24, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
A121
Discover the powerful features and tools in Discovery Education that enhance learning experiences. Explore interactive content and engaging multimedia resources designed to support educators and students. Learn how to effectively integrate these tools to create dynamic, impactful lessons and foster deeper understanding.
Presenters
avatar for Beth Doliver

Beth Doliver

Instructional Designer, Region 10 Service Center
Thursday July 24, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
A121
  3 hour, Technology Integration, Student Engagement

8:30am CDT

Igniting 1st Minds: Building Engaging and Effective Reading Stations
Thursday July 24, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
A116
Teachers will learn what engaging stations look like and sound like. They will also get the opportunity to make and take stations in order to be prepared for the first few weeks of school.
Presenters
avatar for Valery Medford

Valery Medford

Sherman Independent School District
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Kayla VanZandt

Sherman Independent School District
Thursday July 24, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
A116
  3 hour, Student Engagement

8:30am CDT

Leading with Brilliance: Unlocking the Leadership Potential of Gifted Students
Thursday July 24, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
A136
Explore how gifted students develop leadership skills by leveraging their strengths, overcoming challenges, and engaging in real-world opportunities. It covers strategies for fostering leadership, addressing social-emotional growth, and creating mentorship and service experiences to empower gifted learners as future leaders in their schools and communities.
Presenters
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Jenniefer Parker

Elementary GT Specialist, Sherman Independent School District
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Andrea Wiggins

Sherman Independent School District
JJ

Julie Jay

Sherman Independent School District
Thursday July 24, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
A136
  3 hour, GT, Student Engagement

8:30am CDT

Unlocking the Story: Guided Reading Adventures for Young Readers
Thursday July 24, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
A105-SL
Join us for an exciting guided reading session where young readers from Kindergarten to Second Grade embark on a journey through engaging stories! In this interactive and supportive session, we'll explore captivating books, build essential reading skills, and have fun discovering the magic of words. With personalized attention and a variety of fun activities, students will develop confidence, fluency, and comprehension, all while fostering a love for reading. Perfect for early learners, this session will make every story an adventure!
Presenters
avatar for Haylea Dooley

Haylea Dooley

Sherman Independent School District
Thursday July 24, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
A105-SL
  3 hour, Student Engagement

8:30am CDT

Using Lead4ward Strategies to Spark Student Engagement
Thursday July 24, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
A130
Ignite student interest and participation with Lead4ward instructional strategies! In this session, discover how easy it is to integrate powerful engagement techniques into your lesson plans. Learn practical, research-based strategies to captivate students, encourage active learning, and create a dynamic classroom environment.
Presenters
avatar for Hannah Lemoine

Hannah Lemoine

Sherman Independent School District
Thursday July 24, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
A130
  3 hour, Student Engagement

8:30am CDT

Writers Have Talent: Mastering the OREO Strategy for Strong Responses
Thursday July 24, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
A113
Unleash your students’ writing potential with the OREO strategy and interactive writing techniques! Learn how to guide students through the entire writing process—from planning to publishing—while strengthening opinion writing and supporting ideas with evidence. Engage students in showcasing their talent and building confidence as strong, structured, and compelling writers!
Presenters
avatar for Diane Dunou

Diane Dunou

Sherman Independent School District
avatar for Monica Becker

Monica Becker

Educator, Sherman Independent School District
Thursday July 24, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
A113
  3 hour, Student Engagement, Classroom Management, Technology Integration

8:30am CDT

Youth Mental Health First Aid
Thursday July 24, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm CDT
A126
Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, neighbors, health and human services workers, and other caring citizens how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. Youth Mental Health First Aid is primarily designed for adults who regularly interact with young people. The course introduces common mental health challenges for youth, reviews typical adolescent development, and teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations.
Presenters
KB

Kyrstin Ball

Texoma Community Center
avatar for Aileen Hays

Aileen Hays

Coordinator of Counseling and Student Services, Sherman Independent School District
Aileen Hays is the Coordinator for Counseling and Student Services in Sherman ISD.  She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 30 years of experience working with youth and families as a therapist, school social worker, and school counselor. In 2019 and 2020, she has... Read More →
Thursday July 24, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm CDT
A126
  6 hour, Student Engagement

9:30am CDT

From Struggling to STAAR Ready: How Curipod Transforms Writing
Thursday July 24, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CDT
A134
Teachers will learn how to improve writing scores using Curipod--an engaging AI tool ideal for students 3rd-5ths.
Presenters
avatar for Sarah Christison

Sarah Christison

4th Grade ELAR Teacher, Sherman Independent School District
Sarah Christison is a 4th grade ELA and Social Studies teacher at Sherman ISD with a background in social work. A lifelong reader, cut-flower enthusiast, and proud Sherman ISD parent, she believes in strong, effective differentiation, and using innovative tools like AI in the classroom... Read More →
Thursday July 24, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CDT
A134
  1 hour, Student Engagement, Technology Integration

9:30am CDT

Instructional Support Outside of the Teacher Toolbox (presented by iReady)
Thursday July 24, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CDT
A111
I know about the Teacher Toolbox, but is there more? Yes, there is! Come to this session to hear about the Tools for Instruction lessons and others beyond Teacher Toolbox.
Presenters
LM
Thursday July 24, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CDT
A111
  1 hour, Student Engagement

10:00am CDT

Enhancing Student Mastery in Social Studies: Effective Strategies for Checking Understanding
Thursday July 24, 2025 10:00am - 11:20am CDT
A123
In this session, we will explore evidence-based strategies to assess and deepen student understanding. Participants will learn how to incorporate retrieval practice, formative assessments, and critical thinking exercises to foster student engagement and retention of key historical concepts. This session will offer practical tools and approaches for checking student comprehension in real-time, adapting instruction to meet diverse needs, and promoting inquiry-based learning that cultivates critical analysis and reflection. Teachers will leave with ready-to-implement strategies designed to enhance both teaching effectiveness and student outcomes in the social studies classroom.
Presenters
KB

Kelly Bellar

Region 10 Service Center
Thursday July 24, 2025 10:00am - 11:20am CDT
A123
  1.5 hour, Student Engagement

12:40pm CDT

Embedding Writing in Science: Mastering Two-Part Student Responses
Thursday July 24, 2025 12:40pm - 1:30pm CDT
A113
Learn how to seamlessly integrate writing into science by guiding students to craft strong responses to two-part questions. This session will provide strategies to improve clarity, reasoning, and scientific communication. Walk away with practical tools to enhance student writing, boost critical thinking, and deepen understanding in your science classroom!
Presenters
avatar for Diane Dunou

Diane Dunou

Sherman Independent School District
avatar for Monica Becker

Monica Becker

Educator, Sherman Independent School District
Thursday July 24, 2025 12:40pm - 1:30pm CDT
A113
  1 hour, Student Engagement, Technology Integration

12:40pm CDT

Instructional Support Outside of the Teacher Toolbox (presented by iReady)
Thursday July 24, 2025 12:40pm - 1:30pm CDT
A111
I know about the Teacher Toolbox, but is there more? Yes, there is! Come to this session to hear about the Tools for Instruction lessons and others beyond Teacher Toolbox.
Presenters
LM
Thursday July 24, 2025 12:40pm - 1:30pm CDT
A111
  1 hour, Student Engagement

12:40pm CDT

Think INSIDE the Box! Think Tanks and Extended Learning
Thursday July 24, 2025 12:40pm - 1:30pm CDT
A115
Feeling hard-pressed to come up with activities for your high learners? With a little organization and preparation, Think Tanks might just provide the answer. These self-contained units of study allow advanced learners to follow an independent or small-group lesson that incorporates several elements. With a plastic box and a core text, you can create activities that are engaging, challenging, and relevant. Examples will be elementary/middle school texts, but the format is easily adapted to any level.
Presenters
avatar for Charlsie Vaught

Charlsie Vaught

Instructional Technology Specialist, Sherman Independent School District
Charlsie Vaught is entering her 31st year in education! During this time, she has worked at both the elementary and secondary levels, serving as a classroom teacher, special education teacher, instructional coach/interventionist, and district instructional technologist.  Charlsie... Read More →
Thursday July 24, 2025 12:40pm - 1:30pm CDT
A115
  1 hour, Student Engagement

12:40pm CDT

Level Up Your Thinking in Social Studies
Thursday July 24, 2025 12:40pm - 2:00pm CDT
A123
This professional development session will equip educators with essential tools to take Social Studies to the next level, leveraging standards to create compelling questions while exploring historical thinking skills. Participants will learn to design purposeful assessments using formative techniques and Claim-Evidence-Reasoning frameworks while addressing how to select appropriate primary and secondary sources. Educators will walk away with strategies to craft engaging learning experiences that foster deep understanding, civil discourse, and skill development in Social Studies classrooms.
Presenters
KB

Kelly Bellar

Region 10 Service Center
Thursday July 24, 2025 12:40pm - 2:00pm CDT
A123
  1.5 hour, Student Engagement

12:40pm CDT

Accommodation Symposium
Thursday July 24, 2025 12:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
A134
We invite all administrators, special education staff, 504 coordinators, MTSS teams, and diagnosticians to join us for a detailed session on STAAR accommodations and accessibility features. In this session, we will review who qualifies for these accommodations, when they should be applied, and what they look like in practice. Gain a clear understanding of how to ensure equitable access for all students during STAAR testing and how to effectively implement these features to support student success.
Presenters
SM

Susan Miles

Coordinator of Assessment and Special Programs, Sherman Independent School District
District Coordinator Academy SessionsAuto Pilot SetupPerformance Tracker SetupAcademy LaunchYou have access to attend the DTC TestHound Academy until the end of the school year.
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Brad Rawlins

Sherman Independent School District
Thursday July 24, 2025 12:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
A134
  3 hour, Student Engagement

12:40pm CDT

Cultivating Creativity: Strategies for Engagement in the Elementary Art Room
Thursday July 24, 2025 12:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
A105-SL
Whether you're looking to refresh your teacher toolkit or discover new approaches to energize your students, this workshop will provide you with the creative strategies and practical resources needed to make your elementary art classroom a vibrant and engaging space! Not an art teacher? Not a problem! The knowledge you will gain in this workshop will be easily adaptable to all elementary content areas!
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Albanie Knight

Sherman Independent School District
Thursday July 24, 2025 12:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
A105-SL
  3 hour, Student Engagement, Classroom Management

12:40pm CDT

Elementary Social Studies: Engage using Social Studies Weekly
Thursday July 24, 2025 12:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
A136
Get the most out of Social Studies Weekly by utilizing Canva presentations and student engagement strategies based on SS Weekly content.
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Amy Gardner

Sherman Independent School District
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Tonia Burr

Sherman Independent School District
Thursday July 24, 2025 12:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
A136
  3 hour, Student Engagement

12:40pm CDT

Ignite Engagement with Discovery Education
Thursday July 24, 2025 12:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
A121
Discover the powerful features and tools in Discovery Education that enhance learning experiences. Explore interactive content and engaging multimedia resources designed to support educators and students. Learn how to effectively integrate these tools to create dynamic, impactful lessons and foster deeper understanding.
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Beth Doliver

Instructional Designer, Region 10 Service Center
Thursday July 24, 2025 12:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
A121
  3 hour, Student Engagement, Technology Integration

12:40pm CDT

Igniting Kinder Minds: Building Engaging and Effective Reading Stations
Thursday July 24, 2025 12:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
A116
Teachers will learn what engaging stations look like and sound like. They will also get the opportunity to make and take stations in order to be prepared for the first few weeks of school.
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Valery Medford

Sherman Independent School District
Thursday July 24, 2025 12:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
A116
  3 hour, Student Engagement

12:40pm CDT

Spark Critical Thinking: Harnessing the Power of Questioning in the Classroom
Thursday July 24, 2025 12:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
A114
In this workshop, educators will explore how questioning can drive student engagement and foster deeper inquiry. You'll learn to refine your questioning techniques, balancing higher and lower-order questions, and using strategies like wait time, talk partners, and the pose-pause-pounce-bounce method. This session will equip you with the tools to spark curiosity, challenge thinking, and create a culture of deeper understanding in your classroom.
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Linnea Williams

Instructional Coach, Sherman Independent School District
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Maria Williams

Sherman Independent School District
Thursday July 24, 2025 12:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
A114
  3 hour, Student Engagement

12:40pm CDT

Using AWARE to Spark Insight Your Student's Learning
Thursday July 24, 2025 12:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
A130
I will go through the in's and out's of creating a test, administering the test and reviewing all different ways to review data from a teacher point of view.
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Hannah Lemoine

Sherman Independent School District
Thursday July 24, 2025 12:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
A130
  3 hour, Student Engagement

12:40pm CDT

Using Magnetic Reading to Increase Comprehension 3rd-5th
Thursday July 24, 2025 12:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
A140
Boost reading comprehension with Magnetic Reading for grades 3-5! This session will explore how iReady’s latest resource supports students through a structured gradual release model, encouraging rich discussions and engaging writing prompts. Learn how to implement this research-based approach to deepen comprehension, foster critical thinking, and enhance student discourse. Walk away with practical strategies and ready-to-use ideas to make reading instruction more interactive and effective in your classroom!
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Ashlyn McKelva

Sherman Independent School District
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Abbie Moore

Sherman Independent School District
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Hailey Cramer

Sherman Independent School District
Thursday July 24, 2025 12:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
A140
  3 hour, Student Engagement

1:40pm CDT

Unlock the Power of Google Tools
Thursday July 24, 2025 1:40pm - 2:30pm CDT
A104-CL
Looking for ways to simplify your lesson planning, increase student engagement, and foster collaboration? Let’s explore how Google Docs, Workspaces, and Keep can transform the way you and your students create, organize, and share information.
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Sabrina Redwine

Instructional Technology Specialist, Sherman Independent School District
Thursday July 24, 2025 1:40pm - 2:30pm CDT
A104-CL
  1 hour, Student Engagement, Technology Integration

2:10pm CDT

Level Up Your Thinking in Social Studies
Thursday July 24, 2025 2:10pm - 3:30pm CDT
A123
This professional development session will equip educators with essential tools to take Social Studies to the next level, leveraging standards to create compelling questions while exploring historical thinking skills. Participants will learn to design purposeful assessments using formative techniques and Claim-Evidence-Reasoning frameworks while addressing how to select appropriate primary and secondary sources. Educators will walk away with strategies to craft engaging learning experiences that foster deep understanding, civil discourse, and skill development in Social Studies classrooms.
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Kelly Bellar

Region 10 Service Center
Thursday July 24, 2025 2:10pm - 3:30pm CDT
A123
  1.5 hour, Student Engagement

2:40pm CDT

Focusing on What Matters in Difficult Times
Thursday July 24, 2025 2:40pm - 4:05pm CDT
A115
In the face of challenges, the heart of teaching remains the same—building meaningful connections with students while maintaining personal well-being. This session provides practical strategies for fostering strong relationships with students from difficult backgrounds while also recognizing and addressing signs of teacher burnout.
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Jessica Jakovac

Sherman Independent School District
SW

Shanae Williams

Sherman Independent School District
Thursday July 24, 2025 2:40pm - 4:05pm CDT
A115
  1.5 hour, Student Engagement, Classroom Management
 
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