This professional learning session is designed for school administrators focusing on practical strategies that can be used to address those big behavior challenges that leave us scratching our heads. Throughout the session, participants will explore a variety of strategies for managing day-to-day operations. Administrators will walk away with actionable tools and techniques that can be immediately applied in their schools.
Discover innovative ways to extend learning beyond the four walls of your classroom. This session will explore how educators can integrate STEM learning into out-of-classroom experiences, providing students with meaningful, hands-on opportunities that align with your content area. Whether through cross-curricular projects, community partnerships, or informal learning environments, you’ll leave with practical strategies and activity ideas to enhance student engagement and real-world application of STEM concepts.
This session is designed to empower teachers to design differentiated lessons that foster critical thinking, student choice, and creative expression—essential for meeting the needs of GT learners. In this station-based workshop, participants will walk away with practical strategies, adaptable resources, and a personalized action plan to implement differentiation immediately in their classrooms.
Liz has been in education for 15 years and holds a Master's Degree in Educational Leadership with a specialization in GT. She is passionate about STEM, differentiation, and creating meaningful, hands-on experiences for students.
Shelly Morrill has been an educator for over 20 years and holds a Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership with Specialization in GT. Parenting her own gifted children sparked her interest in finding better ways to nurture, inspire and educate gifted students. Shelly has served... Read More →
Tired of endless, boring worksheets? Transform them into interactive, self-checking question stacks that your students will actually enjoy! In this session, you’ll discover what a question stack is, learn how to create one, and even design your own to take back to your classroom. Plus, you’ll get access to free, ready-to-use templates!
Join us for an inspiring panel discussion featuring our 2024-2025 Campus Teachers of the Year, recognized for their outstanding classroom practices and student impact. Moderated by Dr. Crissey, this session will highlight effective teaching strategies, innovative instructional techniques, and practical tips that drive student success. Whether you're a new teacher or a seasoned educator, you'll leave with actionable ideas and renewed enthusiasm for your craft.
Unlock the magic of oral language, vocabulary, and comprehension in your PreK-2nd grade classroom! Guided by inspired by The 7 Mighty Moves, this interactive session will equip educators with powerful, research-backed strategies to build confident speakers, engaged listeners, and strong readers.
Unlock new ways to support all readers in this empowering session designed for today's educators. Explore innovative strategies and practical tools to help struggling readers — including those with dyslexia, specific learning disabilities (SLD), emerging bilinguals (EB), and even gifted learners (GT) — reach their full potential.
In this interactive professional development session, educators will explore the concept of emotional poverty and its impact on students' learning and behavior. Drawing on Ruby Payne’s insights, participants will gain practical strategies to build emotional capital in their classrooms, foster stronger student-teacher relationships, and implement trauma-informed practices. Join us for an engaging session designed to equip you with tools to support all students, regardless of their background, in reaching their full potential—emotionally and academically.
Take student writing from totally buggin’ to totally brilliant with sentence-level strategies that make writing feel way more concrete. Even if you teach a content other than RLA, you’ll leave this interactive session feeling equipped to model, support, and provide explicit feedback on syntax—no plaid skirt required. Whether you're working with struggling writers or advanced learners, these strategies are an easy way to differentiate without the drama. You'll walk away with sentence-building strategies that even Cher Horowitz would find are totally essential!
Want to ignite deeper thinking and spark student ownership in your classroom? This interactive session will give you practical strategies to elevate your questioning techniques and empower students to craft their own powerful questions. Learn how to guide discussions that go beyond surface-level responses and promote critical thinking, curiosity, and engagement. Whether you're looking to enrich your lessons or energize your learners, this session will leave you inspired and ready to transform classroom conversations. Come ready to think, ask, and grow!
With 22 years of experience in education, I’ve has the opportunity to teach students from kindergarten through 8th grade in various roles, including kindergarten teacher, 4th grade departmentalized and self-contained, physical education coach, middle school math teacher for both... Read More →
7th Grade Science - Aledo ISDI am finishing year 11 in Education. 5 years were at the Elementary level teaching Science, Social Studies, and Math. This year I finished my 6th year in Middle School Science. My passion is encouraging students to use their strengths to find success... Read More →
Calling all primary teachers! Join us for a fun, hands-on professional learning session designed to spark creativity and empower your teaching practice. This Make & Take workshop is all about Differentiation, Extensions, and Choice Boards—and you’ll leave with ready-to-use tools that meet the diverse needs of your students from day one! Whether you're looking to challenge high-flyers, support your little learners, or offer more student voice and choice, this session is packed with practical ideas, customizable templates, and engaging activities you can take straight back to your classroom. Be ready to collaborate with colleagues as you differentiate, extend, and ignite learning together—see you there!
Have you ever wondered what it really takes to grow from a classroom teacher into a school leader? In this practical session, discover how one educator transformed her passion for teaching into purposeful leadership. Learn how she navigated each step—from building credibility as a teacher leader to earning trust, leading teams, and ultimately pursuing an administrative role. This session offers honest insights, actionable strategies, and encouragement for any teacher ready to take the leap into leadership. Whether you're curious about your next step or already eyeing a principal’s office, this session will empower you to lead with confidence, clarity, and heart.
Take your K–2 math instruction to the next level with hands-on activities, student choice, and easy-to-manage routines. This session will give you practical ideas to make instruction more engaging, aligned to TEKS, and tailored to student needs—while keeping math fun and meaningful!
Come explore Summit from a student's point of view and see how it supports EB (Emergent Bilingual) development in Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing.
Stop by for refreshments, connect with others, and "Spill your own Tea"!
Hi Bearcats!I'm excited to be starting my 24th year in public education and my 14th year as an ESL Specialist. It’s a true privilege to support the Emerging Bilingual families and staff of Aledo ISD!I began my teaching career in College Station ISD, working with 5th and 6th grade... Read More →
I am originally from Colombia, and Spanish is my first language. Before entering education, I worked as an architect for eight years. I began my teaching career as a substitute teacher and tutor at Birdville ISD, then became a bilingual teacher at Fort Worth ISD. For the past six... Read More →
This session is so fresh Canva had to slap a “new car smell” sticker on it. Want to create resources, interactive timelines, and simulations without knowing how to code? You got it. These new AI features are here to make your life easier like a personal assistant but without the weird small talk. And guess what? That’s not all. We’re diving into every AI update Canva just dropped so you can finally say goodbye to the days of "I’ll just Google it later." Don’t miss out and come see how these fresh features will have you creating like a pro with zero stress.
Create and utilize google sheets for progress monitoring, analyzing assessment results, and motivating students. Walk away with templates that you can incorporate on day one of next year! An added bonus in this session includes discussion connecting trackers and higher ratings on rubrics for the CT Continuum and T-TESS.
In this interactive professional development session, educators will explore the concept of emotional poverty and its impact on students' learning and behavior. Drawing on Ruby Payne’s insights, participants will gain practical strategies to build emotional capital in their classrooms, foster stronger student-teacher relationships, and implement trauma-informed practices. Join us for an engaging session designed to equip you with tools to support all students, regardless of their background, in reaching their full potential—emotionally and academically.
In this wellness session, we will explore practical strategies to boost resilience, recharge energy, and power-up overall wellbeing—so you feel “super” ready to take on the next school year.
What if you had both an understanding of the real root of negative behavior and the right tools to do something about it?! All educators are aware of the alarming increase in behavioral disruptions in school settings. Often less understood is the critical role that the brain plays in shaping all behavior, including the challenges we face in our classrooms and beyond. Blending the latest neuroscience with practical classroom/school application, this course will be your guide to wake up the creative, curious, problem-solving "upstairs" brain of our students, staff, and even those we interact with in our personal lives. ~ Based on the book by Jessica Sinarski
This training introduces teachers to the core principles of Trust-Based Relational Intervention® (TBRI) - a trauma-informed approach that helps build trust, connection, and emotional safety in the classroom. By exploring the foundational understanding of trauma and the brain, teachers will gain insight into how to connect with, empower, and correct students in a meaningful way. The session focuses on supporting students impacted by trauma and promoting positive behavior through strong relationships and proactive classroom practices.
Take student writing from totally buggin’ to totally brilliant with sentence-level strategies that make writing feel way more concrete. Even if you teach a content other than RLA, you’ll leave this interactive session feeling equipped to model, support, and provide explicit feedback on syntax—no plaid skirt required. Whether you're working with struggling writers or advanced learners, these strategies are an easy way to differentiate without the drama. You'll walk away with sentence-building strategies that even Cher Horowitz would find are totally essential!
Extraordinary results don’t come from authority—they come from mindset. In this energizing session, discover how adopting the mindset of an “impact player” can transform your influence, performance, and leadership, no matter your role or title. Dr. Crissey and Dr. Bohn will explore the key behaviors and mental shifts that enable individuals to lead with confidence, take initiative, and consistently deliver above and beyond. Through real-world insights and a live Q&A, you’ll gain practical tools to unlock your leadership potential and drive meaningful results—for yourself and your team.
In this session, teachers will explore strategies for using math manipulatives like pattern blocks, colored tiles, and dice to promote exploration, enhance understanding of mathematical concepts, and boost students' confidence in achieving success in math.
In this session, educators will gain practical tools and strategies to effectively support K-12 students with active-neuro minds (ADHD) in the school setting. Participants will explore the unique ways these learners process information, regulate emotions, and engage with their environment. The session will focus on understanding how the ADHD brain works, identifying common challenges faced by these students, and implementing proactive supports to foster academic and social success.
Educators will leave equipped with evidence-based strategies for classroom management, flexible instruction, and physical movement integration to help these students thrive. Join us to discover how engaging both the mind and body can transform learning experiences for students with active-neuro minds.
I am have been a occupational therapist for 12 years with my primary focus of practice with a pediatric population. Where I have provided occupational therapy services in a pediatric hospital setting, home health setting, and school-based setting. I have served as a school based occupational... Read More →
This training equips teachers with practical tools to introduce mindfulness, simple stretching, and guided imagery to students, fostering emotional regulation and enhancing classroom behavior. Designed for both educators and students, these techniques are easy to incorporate at the start of the school year and at the beginning of the year and at the beginning of each class, setting a positive intention. By taking just a few minutes each day, teachers can create a calm, focused environment that benefits students’ emotional well-being and academic success. These lifelong skills can be used anytime, empowering both students and adults to manage stress and improve overall wellness.
Empower your advanced learners with engaging, differentiated extensions that go beyond simple add-ons and deepen their curiosity and critical thinking. In this session, we’ll dive into the "3 E's" framework—Enrich, Extend, and Explore—designed to provide your students with enriching challenges, practical applications, and independent exploration opportunities.
Liz has been in education for 15 years and holds a Master's Degree in Educational Leadership with a specialization in GT. She is passionate about STEM, differentiation, and creating meaningful, hands-on experiences for students.
Shelly Morrill has been an educator for over 20 years and holds a Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership with Specialization in GT. Parenting her own gifted children sparked her interest in finding better ways to nurture, inspire and educate gifted students. Shelly has served... Read More →
This professional learning session explores how oral language skills serve as a foundation for strong writing development. Participants will engage in strategies that encourage thinking, discussion, and verbal expression to enhance student writing skills. Through interactive activities and practical applications, educators will learn how to integrate speaking and listening into the writing process to support student growth.
I am entering my 23rd year in education with a deep passion for teaching Reading and Language Arts and empowering young learners. As a proud mom of four amazing boys and a wife of 24 years, I cherish both my family and my career. My heart is in literacy education, and I am dedicated... Read More →
Utilizing street data & student data to serve students effectively; we will break down the concepts of street data, clarify the importance of both street and student data, then go into how teachers can use this data to tailor their teaching practices, build stronger relationships and foster student growth.
Elizabeth is an Instructional Specialist in Aledo ISD. As a classroom teacher for over twelve years, with both elementary and middle school experience, student growth is one of Elizabeth's many passions. She believes that teamwork and partnership within your professional learning... Read More →
