This session introduces math teachers to essential features of the Desmos web application to create engaging and interactive learning experiences. Participants will also learn basic coding techniques to develop student-driven self-checks tools and dynamic activities that promote active learning. This session is perfect for educators looking to enhance their STAAR reviews and boost student engagement through technology-integrated lessons. Please bring your device for this session.
Join us in the Lingo Lounge for an engaging and interactive workshop designed specifically for teachers who aim to enhance their students' understanding and retention of science vocabulary. This workshop will provide practical strategies and tools to effectively teach science terminology, making complex concepts accessible and enjoyable for students.
Teachers will delve into the fascinating world of the brain and memory. Participants will explore how working memory functions and the processes involved in transferring information into long-term memory. By understanding these mechanisms, educators will be equipped with the knowledge to enhance student learning effectively. The session will also introduce a variety of instructional strategies designed to support this goal, providing practical tools and techniques that can be implemented in the classroom to foster deeper and more lasting learning experiences for students.
Is there something you do in your class that just WORKS? We'd love to hear all about it! Bring pictures or copies of your favorite thing, routine or procedure to share with the class at Glow and Tell! Each participant will leave with digital access to all the great ideas shared.
Join us and learn how to implement different research based instructional strategies that may help your 504 and special education students become more successful while in the general education classroom setting. Learn how to read and locate information in the new IEP layout that you receive from case managers.
Description Unleash the power of building strong relationships with families. Dive into interactive activities, collaborative discussions, and practical strategies that build impactful partners in education.
Participants will understand the difference between Canvas Quizzes and Mastery Connect, be able to experience a Canvas Quiz as a student, and learn how to create a Canvas Quiz for an upcoming unit of study.
Dive into an engaging session where you'll uncover your core values and see how they shape your actions as an educator. Through interactive activities and real-world scenarios, you'll leave inspired and equipped to align your teaching with your values.
Discover effective strategies to support students with special needs in inclusive general education classrooms. The session will explore practical tools, collaborative approaches, and evidence based practices that promote academic success for all learners. Participants will learn how to adapt instruction and create an inclusive environment that benefits both special education and general education students.
Are your students stuggling with understanding complex text? Join us as we explore strategies for students to enter the text, make their thinking visible, and discuss key ideas.
Math teachers will explore tools and resources from MagicSchool for STAAR Prep. We will dig deeper into the resources that will enhance instructional strategies and student engagement. Please bring your device.
This session is focused on how to actively monitor student comprehension during instruction by incorporating various strategies to identify areas where further clarification is needed and to allow for timely adjustment to ensure all students are progressing effectively.
Take chances, make mistakes, get messy! Join us for an adventure into the world of AI. We will be learning the basics of Magic School and how you can implement it into your classroom.
In this session, we will analyze a Mastery Tracker and drill down to Mastery Connect reports to uncover valuable insights about student performance, standards mastery, and instructional effectiveness.
Description Unleash the power of building strong relationships with families. Dive into interactive activities, collaborative discussions, and practical strategies that build impactful partners in education.
Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey? Join us for “Canvas Bound,” where we’ll guide you through the seamless migration from Google Classroom to Canvas. Whether you’re a seasoned educator or a curious beginner, this workshop will equip you with practical strategies, best practices, and hands-on experience. Participants will be able to: Set up Google LTI in Canvas Convert Google Forms to Canvas Quizzes Convert Google Assignments to Canvas Assignment Use best practices to share Google resources in Canvas courses
Teachers will learn skills in order to become more resilient, have a better work-life balance, care for themselves, and be able to better manage stress.
Join us to explore effective strategies for accommodations, modifications, and IEP implementation in the general education classroom. This session will equip you with the confidence and practical resources you need to seamlessly integrate these practices into your teaching. Walk away with easily accessible tools and strategies at your fingertips, ready for immediate implementation!
John Salinas is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and has been working with students with disabilities since 2001. Mr. Salinas has a Master’s Degree in Behavioral Science, is a Master Level Crisis Prevention Institute instructor and has been certified as a Behavior Analyst... Read More →
Monday February 17, 2025 9:40am - 10:40am CST
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Join us for an electrifying professional development session designed to energize your STAAR review practices! In "Glow to Success," we will transform your classroom into a vibrant glow party, providing you with innovative station activities tailored for middle school students. This hands-on workshop will not only equip you with dynamic resources but also foster collaboration among educators as we share insights and strategies for effective STAAR preparation.
This is a great way to introduce, and reinforce, extended constructed response to your students using a hands-on strategy! Students will be reading and putting together an informational or fiction mentor sample for 5th & 6th grade like a puzzle! They will decide which cards are the best restate of the prompt, answer to the prompt, text evidence that supports the answer, evidence explanation, and conclusion. While they are putting it together, they will be speaking and listening to their classmates, discussing, sharing, analyzing, and learning visually and kinesthetically the essential organizational structure and parts of an essay. They will also learn the importance of transitions and how this makes their writing flow.
Do your students struggle with remembering what you previously taught? Have you ever wondered why or how you could best support them? Come and learn how the brain works, and strategies, and together we will improve our teaching practices!
How do you meet the needs of your gifted learners. Learn how to leverage the various tools available on the MagicSchool platform, including the Choice Board Tool, to create experiences that cater to the diverse needs of G/T students. Discover how AI can assist in tailoring content, assessments, and resources to challenge gifted learners.
Amanda Khan is the Pasadena ISD Gifted and Talented Instructional Specialist with over 25 years of experience in Gifted Education. In Pasadena, she coordinates the identification of gifted students and their services and provides staff development for teachers and administrators... Read More →
Monday February 17, 2025 10:50am - 11:50am CST
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In this session, we will analyze a Mastery Tracker and drill down to Mastery Connect reports to uncover valuable insights about student performance, standards mastery, and instructional effectiveness.
Join us for an exciting journey as we unlock the middle school digital vault. Explore the vast array of digital library resources available to middle school students and teachers to enhance student learning and success.
Interactive E-Books: Learn how to access and utilize interactive e-books that captivate students' imaginations and support diverse learning styles.
Online Databases: Discover powerful online databases that provide students with reliable information for research projects and assignments.
Multimedia Resources: Integrate multimedia resources such as videos, interactives, printables, audio content, timelines, maps and flags to create a dynamic and engaging learning environment.
By the end of this session, educators will be equipped with practical strategies to leverage digital library resources, making learning more accessible, engaging, and effective for middle school students. Let's embark on this adventure together and unlock the full potential of digital learning!
Building connections with students through SEL is an ongoing process that requires consistent effort and reflection, but the benefits for both teachers and students are significant. SEL is not just for students; teachers can model and develop these skills to enhance their relationships with students. Building relationships through SEL requires intentional effort and consistent practice. Teachers will be provided with examples of how to incorporate SEL into the relationships they are building and maintaining with students.
Dive into an engaging session where you'll uncover your core values and see how they shape your actions as an educator. Through interactive activities and real-world scenarios, you'll leave inspired and equipped to align your teaching with your values.
This session is to provide intentional practices and activities that educators engage in to maintain their physical, mental, and emotional well-being, allowing them to effectively manage stress, prevent burnout, and deliver their best performance in the classroom by prioritizing their own needs
Reading specific: How do you approach lesson planning? What's your first step when planning to meet the needs of your different classes? Come learn how to pick a TEK, dive into a passage, plan a lesson, and how to differentiate it for your classes. Leave with a lesson ready for STAAR review!
Do you ever feel disconnected from the lesson goal and are not sure where to go or start the next day? Are there days when you are unsure if the learning you intended got through to your kiddos? Are there times, at the end of the day, you are unsure who learned what? Join us as we explore the purpose behind the various parts of the lesson cycle, as well as ways to continually inform our instruction.
Do your students struggle with remembering what you previously taught? Have you ever wondered why or how you could best support them? Come and learn how the brain works, and strategies, and together we will improve our teaching practices!
In this session, we will analyze a Mastery Tracker and drill down to Mastery Connect reports to uncover valuable insights about student performance, standards mastery, and instructional effectiveness.
Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey? Join us for “Canvas Bound,” where we’ll guide you through the seamless migration from Google Classroom to Canvas. Whether you’re a seasoned educator or a curious beginner, this workshop will equip you with practical strategies, best practices, and hands-on experience. Participants will be able to: Set up Google LTI in Canvas Convert Google Forms to Canvas Quizzes Convert Google Assignments to Canvas Assignment Use best practices to share Google resources in Canvas courses
Join us for an exciting journey as we unlock the middle school digital vault. Explore the vast array of digital library resources available to middle school students and teachers to enhance student learning and success.
Interactive E-Books: Learn how to access and utilize interactive e-books that captivate students' imaginations and support diverse learning styles.
Online Databases: Discover powerful online databases that provide students with reliable information for research projects and assignments.
Multimedia Resources: Integrate multimedia resources such as videos, interactives, printables, audio content, timelines, maps and flags to create a dynamic and engaging learning environment.
By the end of this session, educators will be equipped with practical strategies to leverage digital library resources, making learning more accessible, engaging, and effective for middle school students. Let's embark on this adventure together and unlock the full potential of digital learning!
Join us to explore effective strategies for accommodations, modifications, and IEP implementation in the general education classroom. This session will equip you with the confidence and practical resources you need to seamlessly integrate these practices into your teaching. Walk away with easily accessible tools and strategies at your fingertips, ready for immediate implementation!
John Salinas is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and has been working with students with disabilities since 2001. Mr. Salinas has a Master’s Degree in Behavioral Science, is a Master Level Crisis Prevention Institute instructor and has been certified as a Behavior Analyst... Read More →
Are you tired of hearing your students say math is boring? Come and join us for engaging strategies to get the kids up and moving while engaging in mathematical discourse and higher-level thinking.
Enhance your teaching toolkit by joining this session on Academic Monitoring. Discover how this effective strategy can be used to track and support student mastery of key skills taught in your class. Empower your students to achieve their full potential with data-driven insights and planned feedback. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your teaching practice and make a lasting impact on student success!
Unlock the magic of mentor sentences with Jeff Anderson's Patterns of Power method in this engaging and interactive professional development session. Participants will explore the key steps of the Patterns of Power method through hands-on activities and collaborative discussions. Educators will practice using mentor sentences to inspire and guide their students in crafting powerful, well-structured sentences.
Teachers will learn about how to implement Content-Based Language Instruction in their classrooms in order to make content comprehensible and develop academic language for all students.
Is there something you do in your class that just WORKS? We'd love to hear all about it! Bring pictures or copies of your favorite thing, routine or procedure to share with the class at Glow and Tell! Each participant will leave with digital access to all the great ideas shared.
How do you meet the needs of your gifted learners. Learn how to leverage the various tools available on the MagicSchool platform, including the Choice Board Tool, to create experiences that cater to the diverse needs of G/T students. Discover how AI can assist in tailoring content, assessments, and resources to challenge gifted learners.
Amanda Khan is the Pasadena ISD Gifted and Talented Instructional Specialist with over 25 years of experience in Gifted Education. In Pasadena, she coordinates the identification of gifted students and their services and provides staff development for teachers and administrators... Read More →
Participants will understand the difference between Canvas Quizzes and Mastery Connect, be able to experience a Canvas Quiz as a student, and learn how to create a Canvas Quiz for an upcoming unit of study.
Dive into an engaging session where you'll uncover your core values and see how they shape your actions as an educator. Through interactive activities and real-world scenarios, you'll leave inspired and equipped to align your teaching with your values.
In this session we will explore strategies for effectively supporting emetregent bilingual students in science classrooms. Participants will learn practical, research-based methods for creating learning environments that cater to both linguistic and cognitive needs. We will focus on differentiated instruction and scaffolded language support to help make science comprehensible!
Discover effective strategies to support students with special needs in inclusive general education classrooms. The session will explore practical tools, collaborative approaches, and evidence based practices that promote academic success for all learners. Participants will learn how to adapt instruction and create an inclusive environment that benefits both special education and general education students.
