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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
avatar for Ruth Pena

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

Understanding the TCMPC for Teachers!
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
A136
Get ready to explore the new and improved TCMPC platform in this hands-on session designed specifically for teachers. We’ll walk through how to confidently navigate the updated dashboard, create and manage classrooms, and access essential curriculum components like the Instructional Focus Document (IFD), TEKS Clarification Document (TCD), and more. You’ll also learn how to create, customize, and print assessments directly from the platform. Whether you're new to TCMPC or just need a refresher, this session will equip you with the tools and knowledge to streamline your instructional planning and delivery.
Presenters
avatar for Jennifer Culver

Jennifer Culver

Consultant, Region 10
Jennifer Culver is the newest Science Consultant at Region 10 with 24 years of public educational experience specializing in creating and implementing science and STEM experiences for all learners. This University of Texas graduate started her career as a classroom teacher at Plano... Read More →
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
A136
  1 hour, Classroom Management

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

Rotating Success: Effective Math Instruction with Station-Based Learning
Tuesday July 22, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CDT
A113
Unlock the power of small-group rotations to enhance Tier 1 math instruction! In this session, you'll explore a structured, station-based approach that maximizes student engagement, promotes differentiation, and fosters deeper mathematical understanding.
Presenters
avatar for Kayla VanZandt

Kayla VanZandt

Sherman Independent School District
Tuesday July 22, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CDT
A113
  1 hour, Classroom Management

9:30am CDT

Setting up station for successful Guided Reading
Tuesday July 22, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CDT
A118
In this session you will learn how to gather text level data and how to form groups with it. Attendees will also learn what to do with the to do with the other students while you are working in small groups.
Presenters
CJ

Cassi Johnson

Sherman Independent School District
Tuesday July 22, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CDT
A118
  1 hour, Classroom Management

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

12:45pm CDT

KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Tuesday July 22, 2025 12:45pm - 2:00pm CDT
Auditorium
Join us for a high-energy, motivational talk that will leave you feeling seen, supported, and recharged.
Presenters
avatar for Anna Kowal

Anna Kowal

Bored Teachers
Anna Kowal currently teaches middle school reading, is a certified library media specialist, and has been teaching in Title I schools for a decade. She brings humor and heart to the world of education. With years of experience in the classroom, Anna understands the challenges educators... Read More →
Tuesday July 22, 2025 12:45pm - 2:00pm CDT
Auditorium
  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

Rotating Success: Effective Math Instruction with Station-Based Learning
Tuesday July 22, 2025 2:15pm - 3:05pm CDT
A118
Unlock the power of small-group rotations to enhance Tier 1 math instruction! In this session, you'll explore a structured, station-based approach that maximizes student engagement, promotes differentiation, and fosters deeper mathematical understanding.
Presenters
avatar for Kayla VanZandt

Kayla VanZandt

Sherman Independent School District
Tuesday July 22, 2025 2:15pm - 3:05pm CDT
A118
  1 hour, Classroom Management

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

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

3:15pm CDT

We Will Write
Tuesday July 22, 2025 3:15pm - 4:05pm CDT
A115
We Will Write is a writing program that your students will beg to use. You will be able to use this engaging technology to reinforce all writing standards and conventions.
Presenters
BW

Brandy Wade

Sherman Independent School District
Tuesday July 22, 2025 3:15pm - 4:05pm CDT
A115
  1 hour, Technology Integration
 
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
LB

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

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
avatar for LaDonna Stanek

LaDonna Stanek

Sherman Independent School District
avatar for Trista Wynn

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

Google Sheets - Basic Integration!
Wednesday July 23, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CDT
A104-CL
Do you want to integrate Google Sheets in your classroom, but don’t feel comfortable with it yourself? Come learn some basic formulas and tips to integrate it into your classroom!
Presenters
avatar for Rebecca Nash

Rebecca Nash

Digital Learning Specialist, Sherman Independent School District
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 9:30am - 10:20am CDT
A104-CL
  1 hour, 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.
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. 
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

9:30am CDT

We Will Write
Wednesday July 23, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CDT
A115
We Will Write is a writing program that your students will beg to use. You will be able to use this engaging technology to reinforce all writing standards and conventions.
Presenters
BW

Brandy Wade

Sherman Independent School District
Wednesday July 23, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CDT
A115
  1 hour, Technology Integration

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

Keeping the Calm - Classroom ManagementTechniques
Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CDT
A140
This session will equip educators with practical strategies for fostering a positive, productive classroom environment. Participants will learn techniques for maintaining student engagement, managing behavior, and creating a supportive space that promotes respect, responsibility, and effective learning.
Presenters
BJ

Brandi Jenkins

Sherman Independent School District
Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CDT
A140
  1 hour, Classroom Management

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

10:30am CDT

Unlocking Consistency: The Power of Routines & Procedures for Novice Classroom Teachers
Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CDT
A115
This presentation is designed to help novice classroom teachers establish consistency in their classrooms through the use of clear routines and procedures. It aims to demonstrate how structured routines contribute to a positive, effective learning environment.
Presenters
avatar for Sabrina Blankenship

Sabrina Blankenship

Instructional Coach, Sherman Independent School District
Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CDT
A115
  1 hour, Classroom Management

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

How to Stay Off the Channel 12 News: Privacy and Ethics for Teachers in the Digital Age
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:40pm - 1:30pm CDT
A115
Being an educator is hard. In a time of increased public scrutiny, learn how to think defensively BEFORE it is too late. Establishing positive parent contact, preventing spiraling conversations, and protecting your personal space...learn some tips and tricks.
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 12:40pm - 1:30pm CDT
A115
  1 hour, Technology Integration

12:40pm CDT

I have a DHH student...what do I do now? ASL interpreter who?
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:40pm - 1:30pm CDT
A114
This is a presentation reviewing our students that are Deaf/Hard of Hearing and the role of the ASL interpreter.
Presenters
AB
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:40pm - 1:30pm CDT
A114
  1 hour, Classroom Management

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

1:40pm CDT

Google Sheets - Basic Integration!
Wednesday July 23, 2025 1:40pm - 2:30pm CDT
A104-CL
Do you want to integrate Google Sheets in your classroom, but don’t feel comfortable with it yourself? Come learn some basic formulas and tips to integrate it into your classroom!
Presenters
avatar for Rebecca Nash

Rebecca Nash

Digital Learning Specialist, Sherman Independent School District
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 1:40pm - 2:30pm CDT
A104-CL
  1 hour, Technology Integration

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
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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
 
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

Keeping the Calm - Classroom ManagementTechniques
Thursday July 24, 2025 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
A140
This session will equip educators with practical strategies for fostering a positive, productive classroom environment. Participants will learn techniques for maintaining student engagement, managing behavior, and creating a supportive space that promotes respect, responsibility, and effective learning.
Presenters
BJ

Brandi Jenkins

Sherman Independent School District
Thursday July 24, 2025 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
A140
  1 hour, Classroom Management

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
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Sabrina Goddard

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

How to Stay Off the Channel 12 News: Privacy and Ethics for Teachers in the Digital Age
Thursday July 24, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CDT
A115
Being an educator is hard. In a time of increased public scrutiny, learn how to think defensively BEFORE it is too late. Establishing positive parent contact, preventing spiraling conversations, and protecting your personal space...learn some tips and tricks.
Presenters
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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 9:30am - 10:20am CDT
A115
  1 hour, Technology Integration

9:30am CDT

I have a DHH student...what do I do now? ASL interpreter who?
Thursday July 24, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CDT
A114
This is a presentation reviewing our students that are Deaf/Hard of Hearing and the role of the ASL interpreter.
Presenters
AB
Thursday July 24, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CDT
A114
  1 hour, Classroom Management

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

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
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Diane Dunou

Sherman Independent School District
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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

1:40pm CDT

Setting up station for successful Guided Reading
Thursday July 24, 2025 1:40pm - 2:30pm CDT
A118
In this session you will learn how to gather text level data and how to form groups with it. Attendees will also learn what to do with the to do with the other students while you are working in small groups.
Presenters
CJ

Cassi Johnson

Sherman Independent School District
Thursday July 24, 2025 1:40pm - 2:30pm CDT
A118
  1 hour, Classroom Management

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.
Presenters
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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
 
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