Ignite 2025: Full Schedule

8:30am CDT

Self-contained strategies implemented in a Gen Ed Classroom

Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT

Discover effective behavioral strategies designed to support all learners in a general education setting. This session will explore proven techniques from Sherman ISD’s Tier 3 Gen Ed intervention classroom, BLOOM, which utilizes a modified version of the Boystown Education Model. Learn practical procedures to manage behavior, foster positive student interactions, and create a structured, supportive learning environment.

Presenters

Megan Hilger

Coordinator of Behavior Interventions and Support, Sherman ISD

Shawn Muller

Bloom Teacher Neblett Elementary, Sherman Independent School District

Rachyl Kurys

Sherman Independent School District

Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
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3 hour, Classroom Management

District/Company Sherman ISD
Grade Levels PK-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th
Strands Classroom Management

8:30am CDT

Lighting up Student Performance Through Classroom Adaptations and Modifications

Wednesday July 23, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT

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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

Crystal Tumbleson

SLC, Sherman Independent School District

Dr. Stacey Callaway

Sherman Independent School District

Tamara Dutton

Sherman Independent School District

Wednesday July 23, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
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3 hour, Student Engagement

District/Company Sherman ISD
Grade Levels PK-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th
Strands Student Engagement

12:40pm CDT

Extinguishing behavior problems.

Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:40pm - 3:30pm CDT

A128

Gain the tools and confidence to effectively address challenging behaviors in the classroom. This session will guide educators through the process of collecting behavior data, initiating referrals, and implementing targeted interventions. Learn the essential steps for supporting students through the FBA (Functional Behavior Assessment) to BIP (Behavior Intervention Plan) process, ensuring meaningful and lasting improvements.

Presenters

Dr. Stacey Callaway

Sherman Independent School District

Crystal Tumbleson

SLC, Sherman Independent School District

Tamara Dutton

Sherman Independent School District

Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
A128

3 hour, Classroom Management

District/Company Sherman ISD
Grade Levels PK-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th
Strands Classroom Management

8:30am CDT

Positive Behavior Principles 1-4

Thursday July 24, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am CDT

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Come and talk about the first 4 of the 8 Positive Behavior Principles from the author and presenter Dan Romain. Let's dive into positively incluencing student behaviors, Instructional practices, meeting basic needs, and modeling expected behaviors.

Presenters