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Tuesday, July 22
 

8:00am CDT

Flat for Education Training
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:00am - 12:00pm CDT
BNHS AC-244
Discover the power of digital music composition with Flat for Education! In this hands-on session, educators will explore how to use Flat’s intuitive online platform to engage students in music theory, composition, and collaborative projects. Learn how to create assignments, provide real-time feedback, and integrate music technology seamlessly into your classroom—no matter your students' skill levels. This program is free this year to all k-12 music educators in NISD.
Presenters
avatar for Rebecca O'Donovan
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:00am - 12:00pm CDT
BNHS AC-244 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Instruction   Planning

8:30am CDT

Data Dynamics
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
BNHS AC-103
Join for a make and take data organization workshop. Teachers will walk out with a ready-to-use data sheet that's a one stop shop for all your data needs! No more lugging around 5 binders- all you need is your computer! *Geared towards Elementary grades, but all are welcome!
Presenters
avatar for Kendra Blanchard
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
BNHS AC-103 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning

8:30am CDT

The Power of Playing with Poems: How to be More Intentional and Creative with Words
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
BNHS AC-208
Want to play with words? Discover ways poems can powerfully challenge your gifted students to not only love writing, but to become better, more intentional writers. You can use poetry to reinforce your writing lessons, help students become reflective in content areas, promote fun and engagement, and allow for creative self-expression. You'll leave with many poetry lesson ideas and get to try some, too!
(1st-8th grade)
Presenters
avatar for Shannon Anderson

Shannon Anderson

Author, Brain Coach, Professor, Motivational Speaker, www.shannonisteaching.com
Shannon Anderson has taught for 25 years, from first grade through college level. She also served as the gifted coordinator for her school district and on the board of directors for the Indiana State Literacy Association. A highlight of her teaching career was being named one of the... Read More →
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
BNHS AC-208 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning

8:30am CDT

Unpacking the Power of Content Imperatives: Elevate Your Depth & Complexity Game
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
BNHS AD-201 Lecture Hall
Ready to kick your Depth and Complexity practice up a notch? In this session, we’re diving deep into the Content Imperatives. We’ll explore those game-changing prompts like Origin, Contribution, and Paradox that push students to think beyond the surface. We’ll explore practical, classroom-ready ways to weave these into your lessons, sparking curiosity and critical thinking like never before. Expect real examples, and a few “aha!” moments to help you transform your teaching and take student understanding to the next level. Let’s make complexity fun and doable!
Presenters
avatar for Lisa Van Gemert

Lisa Van Gemert

Creator, Gifted Guru
Using a combination of neuropsychology, pedagogy, experience, humor, technology and sheer fun, Lisa Van Gemert shares best practices in education with audiences around the world. She is an expert consult to television shows including Lifetime’s "Child Genius," and a writer of award-winning... Read More →
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
BNHS AD-201 Lecture Hall 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning

8:30am CDT

7 Strategies to Level Up Mathematical Fluency
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
BNHS AC-223
Ready to spin the wheel and take your students' mathematical fluency to the next level? We will explore 7 key strategies for building fluency in math, each designed to move students toward mastery. Think of this as a game board, where each strategy is a new move that advances student learning and builds confidence. We’ll dive deep into practical, research-based strategies that make fluency more than just memorization—it’s about efficiency, flexibility, and accuracy!
Presenters
avatar for Marisa Wylie

Marisa Wylie

Elementary Math Instructional Coach
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
BNHS AC-223 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning   Instruction

8:30am CDT

Get Your Game On K-2: Play Your Way to Math Fluency with Hands-On Fun
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
BNHS AC-225
Get ready to press start on a fun and interactive journey to build math fluency! In this session, we’re leveling up the way we approach fluency practice by diving into engaging, hands-on math games designed to strengthen key skills aligned with K-2 math TEKS. Think of it like entering a game zone where every round is an opportunity for growth, and each level builds confidence and mastery in essential math concepts. Get your game on, and let’s play our way to better math fluency!
Presenters
avatar for Jaime Garcia

Jaime Garcia

Elementary Math Coordinator, Northwest ISD
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
BNHS AC-225 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning   Instruction

8:30am CDT

Hands-On ADI Exploration: Unveiling 6th Grade Science Labs!
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
BNHS AC-201
Experience 6th grade curriculum-embedded ADI labs firsthand during this interactive session. Gain insights into your students' perspectives as you participate in the labs, helping you better understand their needs and plan dynamic learning experiences.
Presenters
avatar for Courtney Toht

Courtney Toht

Secondary Science Instructional Coach
HW
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
BNHS AC-201 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning   Instruction

8:30am CDT

IEP Mastermind: Cracking the Code for Student Success
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
BNHS AC-141
This session is designed to equip CTE teachers with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively read, interpret, and implement students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Participants will explore best practices for implementing IEP accommodations and modifications in classroom instruction and assessment. Through this workshop, educators will gain a deeper understanding of the key components of an IEP, including measurable goals and service delivery. Teachers will also learn how to tailor their instructional strategies to meet the unique learning needs of students with disabilities while fostering an inclusive and equitable classroom environment.
Presenters
avatar for Kimberley Ventrca

Kimberley Ventrca

Teacher, Northwest ISD
avatar for Heather Crawford

Heather Crawford

Transition Coordinator
avatar for Tara Box

Tara Box

CTE Instructor, VR Eaton
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
BNHS AC-141 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning   Instruction

8:30am CDT

Letter Learning in PK-1
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
BNHS AC-107
In this session, teachers will learn how to make letter learning stick for their students both in whole group and small group instruction. Teachers will see instructional ideas modeled and leave with new ideas to try with their students this year to support reading and writing!
Presenters
avatar for Whitney Bass

Whitney Bass

Early Childhood & ELA Instructional Coach, Northwest ISD
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
BNHS AC-107 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning   Instruction

8:30am CDT

Stepping Stones to Success: Mastering The Essentials of Your Math Resource
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
BNHS AC-229
Welcome to the world of ORIGO Stepping Stones, where curriculum planning and implementation become an engaging and rewarding adventure! In this interactive session, participants will embark on a journey designed to help new users master the essentials of this comprehensive curriculum resource. As you explore, you'll unlock valuable tools, strategies, and best practices that will enable you to successfully integrate ORIGO Stepping Stones into your classroom. From understanding key features to customizing lessons, you’ll gain hands-on experience and explore how to make the most of this powerful resource to support student learning and achievement.
Presenters
avatar for Andrea Kotowski

Andrea Kotowski

ORIGO Education
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
BNHS AC-229 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning   Instruction

8:30am CDT

Enhancing Special Education with AI: Tools, Strategies, and Best Practices
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
BNHS AC-112
This session explores how AI can be leveraged to support special education by creating accessible and accommodated materials, assisting with IEP writing, and enhancing overall student success. Participants will discover practical tools, learn best practices, and gain insights into integrating AI to improve efficiency and effectiveness in meeting diverse student needs.
Presenters
avatar for Elizabeth Elliott-Norman
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
BNHS AC-112 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning   Instruction   Learning Environment

8:30am CDT

MTSS 101: Elementary
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
BNHS AC-139
New to NISD or MTSS: Academics? This session was created for you! The purpose of MTSS: Academicis to identify students who are struggling in school and ensure each child who is identified receives the right instruction or intervention to be successful. In this session, you will learn how to create a proactive process to identify students who need help, place them in the proper intervention, monitor their progress, revise interventions as needed, and determine when students no longer need additional support. (Elementary only)
Presenters
avatar for Kristina Clark

Kristina Clark

Intervention Specialist, Northwest ISD
avatar for Kasy Morgan
SG

Sharon Gartrell

Intervention Specialist- Clara Love Elementary
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
BNHS AC-139 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning   Instruction   Professional Practices & Responsibilities

8:30am CDT

MTSS 101: Middle and High schools
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
BNHS AC-137
New to NISD or MTSS: Academics? This session was created for you! The purpose of MTSS: Academicis to identify students who are struggling in school and ensure each child who is identified receives the right instruction or intervention to be successful. In this session, you will learn how to create a proactive process to identify students who need help, place them in the proper intervention, monitor their progress, revise interventions as needed, and determine when students no longer need additional support. (Secondary only)
Presenters
avatar for Sandra Dougherty

Sandra Dougherty

Northwest ISD
avatar for Lisa Metzler
avatar for Ivana Baxleyova
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
BNHS AC-137 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning   Instruction   Professional Practices & Responsibilities

8:30am CDT

“Lean on me!” Learn how you can strengthen your PLC so every student can be successful. (Elementary)
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
BNHS AC-143
Question 4 of a PLC addresses, "What do we do when students don't learn what we taught?" In this session, you and your team will learn tools to address this question and how to create a plan so students do not get further behind.
Presenters
avatar for Britney Nichols

Britney Nichols

MTSS Interventionist
avatar for Jessica Young

Jessica Young

MTSS Interventionist, Northwest ISD
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
BNHS AC-143 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning   Instruction   Professional Practices & Responsibilities

8:30am CDT

Dual Language Centers Workshop
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 11:45am CDT
BNHS AC-203
Dual Language Teachers- Join us for a session that is all things centers: Literacy centers, Bilingual Learning Centers, Bilingual Research Centers, etc. This session will include make & take opportunities.
Presenters
avatar for Holly Garza

Holly Garza

BIL/ESL Instructional Coach, Northwest ISD
I've been in education for 10 years with my time focused on serving Emergent Bilingual students. I've taught in Bilingual programs PK-2nd grade, been a Bilingual Intervention Specialist, and an Instructional Coach for 5 years now. My passion is working with teachers of Emergent Bilinguals... Read More →
IG
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:30am - 11:45am CDT
BNHS AC-203 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning

10:15am CDT

Mastering Prerequisite Skills with i-Ready
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
BNHS AC-143
Students have taken i-Ready diagnostics, so now what? Come learn how i-Ready Diagnostic data can create groups, identify missing pre-requisite skills, and plan for you!
Presenters
avatar for Tara Oakes
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
BNHS AC-143 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning

10:15am CDT

Supporting Emergent Bilinguals in the Content Areas in Elementary
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
BNHS AC-118
In this session, elementary teachers will explore 3 practical learning strategies that support Emergent Bilinguals (EBs) in various content areas. Using structured conversations and writing, we’ll dive into each strategy together and discuss how they can fit into everyday instruction. You’ll leave ready to implement at least one strategy in an upcoming lesson with your students.
Presenters
avatar for Kila Bach

Kila Bach

Elementary ESL Teacher Support Specialist, Northwest ISD
With 16 years of experience in education, I have cultivated a deep commitment to student success and educator support. I began my teaching career in middle school English Language Arts before moving to the elementary level, where I taught fourth grade ELA and Social Studies. My passion... Read More →
avatar for Lan Dinh
avatar for Amanda Garrison

Amanda Garrison

ESL Specialist
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
BNHS AC-118 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning

10:15am CDT

Universal Themes & Disciplinarianism: Big Ideas, Bold Connections
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
BNHS AD-201 Lecture Hall
Want to help your students see the bigger picture and connect the dots across subjects? Ready to move on from training on the basics of Depth and Complexity? This session is all about using Universal Themes and Disciplinarianism in your Depth and Complexity practice. We’ll unpack how to use timeless concepts like Change or Power to anchor your lessons, then we’ll layer in disciplinary lenses (think historian, scientist, artist) to stretch students’ thinking in exciting new ways. You’ll leave with fresh strategies, collaborative ideas, and a renewed sense of how to make learning stick. Come ready to rethink your approach and inspire some serious “wow” moments in your classroom!
Presenters
avatar for Lisa Van Gemert

Lisa Van Gemert

Creator, Gifted Guru
Using a combination of neuropsychology, pedagogy, experience, humor, technology and sheer fun, Lisa Van Gemert shares best practices in education with audiences around the world. She is an expert consult to television shows including Lifetime’s "Child Genius," and a writer of award-winning... Read More →
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
BNHS AD-201 Lecture Hall 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning

10:15am CDT

Digital Tools for the Secondary Math Classroom
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
BNHS AC-141
Take your math instruction to the next level with powerful digital tools! In this session, we’ll explore Desmos, GeoGebra, Mathsbot, and Polypad/Amplify—dynamic platforms that promote conceptual understanding, engagement, and student-driven learning. You’ll walk away with practical ways to integrate these tools into your classroom, making math more interactive and meaningful for your students. Whether you’re new to these resources or looking for fresh ideas, this session will equip you with strategies to enhance your instruction.
Presenters
avatar for Hannah Patredis

Hannah Patredis

Instructional Math Coach, Northwest ISD
avatar for Keeley Kinder

Keeley Kinder

Secondary Math Instructional Coach
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
BNHS AC-141 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning   Instruction

10:15am CDT

End Game: Advanced User Implementation on the Gameboard of Curriculum Excellence
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
BNHS AC-229
Join us in this engaging and interactive session designed for advanced users of the ORIGO Stepping Stones curriculum resource. Imagine your teaching strategy as a gameboard — each move thoughtfully planned, every decision based on clear objectives, and every action leading to the next level of student success. In this session, we’ll dive deeper into advanced techniques for implementing Stepping Stones, offering practical strategies to optimize the curriculum for your classroom. Just like in a strategy game, we’ll explore how to unlock hidden features, level up student engagement, and collect key insights to guide your instructional path.
Presenters
avatar for Andrea Kotowski

Andrea Kotowski

ORIGO Education
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
BNHS AC-229 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning   Instruction

10:15am CDT

Get Your Game On 3-5: Play Your Way to Math Fluency with Hands-On Fun
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
BNHS AC-225
Get ready to press start on a fun and interactive journey to build math fluency! In this session, we’re leveling up the way we approach fluency practice by diving into engaging, hands-on math games designed to strengthen key skills aligned with 3-5 math TEKS. Think of it like entering a game zone where every round is an opportunity for growth, and each level builds confidence and mastery in essential math concepts. Get your game on, and let’s play our way to better math fluency!
Presenters
avatar for Jaime Garcia

Jaime Garcia

Elementary Math Coordinator, Northwest ISD
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
BNHS AC-225 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning   Instruction

10:15am CDT

Go for the "GOAL"d
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
BNHS AC-223
Looking to equip, inspire, and empower students to take ownership of their learning? Look no further! Come join us as we dive deeper into how to build an intentional community that values goal-setting as well as how to establish processes and procedures that ensure goal-setting is efficient and meaningful.
Presenters
avatar for Jenn Washam
avatar for Marisa Wylie

Marisa Wylie

Elementary Math Instructional Coach
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
BNHS AC-223 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning   Instruction

10:15am CDT

Hands-On ADI Exploration: Unveiling 7th Grade Science Labs!
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
BNHS AC-201
Experience 7th grade curriculum-embedded ADI labs firsthand during this interactive session. Gain insights into your students' perspectives as you participate in the labs, helping you better understand their needs and plan dynamic learning experiences.
Presenters
avatar for Courtney Toht

Courtney Toht

Secondary Science Instructional Coach
HW
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
BNHS AC-201 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning   Instruction

10:15am CDT

How to Amp Up Your Targeted Skills Time with Games
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
BNHS AC-107
In this session, we will discuss ways to utilize games and how to determine best approaches to provide engaging and interactive practice for students.
Presenters
avatar for Kristen Dixon

Kristen Dixon

Early Childhood and Literacy Instructional Coach, Northwest ISD
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
BNHS AC-107 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning   Instruction

10:15am CDT

Effective teacher strategies vs. Interventions vs. Accommodations vs. Modifications
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
BNHS AC-139
Too often we use these words interchangeably, but in reality these four words are very different. In this session, educators will learn how these supports are different and who can have access to each.
Presenters
avatar for Jennifer Bailey

Jennifer Bailey

MTSS Coordinator, Northwest ISD
Jennifer Bailey, M.Ed is Northwest ISD’s MTSS Coordinator. Jennifer began her career 25 years ago as a special education teacher. Since then, she has taught general education, English as a Second Language, targeted intervention for reading and math, and supported title one schools... Read More →
avatar for Lilia Vasquez

Lilia Vasquez

504/At-Risk Coordinator
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
BNHS AC-139 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning   Instruction   Learning Environment   Professional Practices & Responsibilities

10:15am CDT

Cheat Codes: Nixing the Tricks that Undermine Conceptual Understanding
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
BNHS AC-227
In the world of mathematics, shortcuts and "cheat codes" can often be tempting. They promise quick solutions and faster results but, sometimes, they come at the cost of deeper understanding. Join us as we uncover the math behind the tricks. Instead of simply using shortcuts, we’ll explore alternative approaches that focus on building a solid foundation. Through hands-on strategies and engaging examples, we'll examine how to foster true mathematical development without relying on quick fixes. Get ready to ditch the cheats, deepen conceptual understanding, and equip yourself with the skills that lead to true mathematical success for students. Let’s push past the easy wins and unlock the full potential of the math learning experience!
Presenters
avatar for Nicole Young, M.Ed.

Nicole Young, M.Ed.

Instructional Math Coach, Northwest ISD
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
BNHS AC-227 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning   Instruction

1:00pm CDT

AI in NISD (District Perspective, Tips for Teachers, and Student Use)
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-205
Have you been questioning whether AI has a place in your classroom? Are you looking for talking points to address parent concerns? Do you need practical examples of how AI can streamline tasks, personalize learning, and boost classroom engagement? We’ve got you covered! Through hands-on exploration and practical examples, participants will learn how to use AI to enhance teaching and prepare students for a future where AI competence is crucial. Join us to discover how to make AI an ally in the classroom, fostering an environment where both educators and students are future-ready. Explore district policies on AI integration, ethical considerations, and strategies for empowering students with responsible AI skills. Leave inspired and equipped with actionable insights to navigate the AI landscape confidently and unlock its full potential in education!
Presenters
avatar for Kristy Butler

Kristy Butler

Instructional Technologist, Northwest ISD
avatar for Amber Robinson

Amber Robinson

Instructional Technologist, Northwest ISD
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-205 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning

1:00pm CDT

From Transcript to Podcast: Using NotebookLM for Audio Storytelling
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-223
Join us for a hands-on workshop where we will explore the practical applications of NotebookLM. NotebookLM is an AI-powered workspace that allows you and your students to interact with documents, notes, and research materials in a dynamic and intuitive way. It can:
Summarize complex texts: Quickly distill key information, freeing up valuable class time.
Generate personalized study guides: Create tailored learning resources for diverse student needs.
Facilitate deeper analysis: Encourage students to ask insightful questions and draw meaningful connections.
Streamline research projects: Empower students to gather, organize, and synthesize information efficiently.
Provide instant vocabulary and concept explanations: Students can get help with difficult topics instantly.
We will focus on the tool's ability to turn a typed-up interview into an AI generated podcast.
Presenters
avatar for Amber Bush
avatar for Trey Baez
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-223 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning

1:00pm CDT

Stop! Collaborate, and Modify!
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-104
Three special education teachers and three general education teachers will give a presentation that includes resources and suggestions for how to modify work for students who receive modified curriculum based on their methods and resources. The presentation will cover the collaborative efforts necessary to modify work and examples of how to modify grade-level math and ELA work to a modified student's level. There will also be an activity where general education teacher attendees and special education teacher attendees will partner and modify work for a sample student. We will provide a sample student packet with all state and district testing data, iReady summary, and IEP to use to guide them through the activity. They will then practice modifying a grade-level assignment and create an anchor chart where they will add resources they would use and how they would modify the assignment to share with the group. We will wrap up the presentation with a question/answer session.
Presenters
avatar for Amy Cloud
MA

Mackenzee Anderson

Elementary Special Education Teacher
avatar for Molly Pruitt
avatar for Jessica Cox
MM
RH

Rachel Helms

5th grade ELA/SS
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-104 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning

1:00pm CDT

Supporting Emergent Bilinguals in the Content Areas in Secondary
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-115
In this session, secondary teachers will explore 3 practical learning strategies that support Emergent Bilinguals (EBs) in various content areas. Using structured conversations and writing, we’ll dive into each strategy together and discuss how they can fit into everyday instruction. You’ll leave ready to implement at least one strategy in an upcoming lesson with your students.
Presenters
avatar for Keisha Gomes

Keisha Gomes

Secondary ESL Teacher Support Specialist, Northwest ISD
With 28 years of experience in second language education, I am a bilingual English and French specialist who brings both professional expertise and personal experience as a second language learner. I’ve taught in diverse educational settings across Quebec, Canada, as well as Georgia... Read More →
avatar for Angela Kokel

Angela Kokel

ESL Specialist, Wilson MS
SA
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-115 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning

1:00pm CDT

Unlocking Tiering and Compacting: Practical Tools for Every Classroom
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AD-201 Lecture Hall
Discover how tiering and compacting can transform your classroom by meeting students where they are without the stress you might expect. This session breaks down these powerful differentiation techniques into practical, manageable steps that any teacher can use. Learn how to adjust tasks for diverse learners and streamline instruction for those ready to move ahead, all while keeping your workload in check. Walk away with clear, actionable ideas that are easier to implement than you think!
Presenters
avatar for Lisa Van Gemert

Lisa Van Gemert

Creator, Gifted Guru
Using a combination of neuropsychology, pedagogy, experience, humor, technology and sheer fun, Lisa Van Gemert shares best practices in education with audiences around the world. She is an expert consult to television shows including Lifetime’s "Child Genius," and a writer of award-winning... Read More →
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AD-201 Lecture Hall 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning

1:00pm CDT

Hands-On ADI Exploration: Unveiling 8th Grade Science Labs!
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-201
Experience 8th grade curriculum-embedded ADI labs firsthand during this interactive session. Gain insights into your students' perspectives as you participate in the labs, helping you better understand their needs and plan dynamic learning experiences.
Presenters
avatar for Courtney Toht

Courtney Toht

Secondary Science Instructional Coach
HW
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-201 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning   Instruction

1:00pm CDT

Power Up! Maximizing the Impact of Your Math PLCs
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-227
Step into the world of Math Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) designed to make collaboration both strategic and rewarding. In this session, we’ll explore how to "move your pieces" in the right direction as you work together to tackle challenges, set goals, and celebrate successes. Just like in a game, the key to winning is teamwork—whether it's exchanging best practices, analyzing student data, or co-planning lessons. Get ready to power up your professional learning journey in ways that maximize the impact of your PLCs!
Presenters
avatar for Jennifer Kerry

Jennifer Kerry

Teacher, Northwest ISD
avatar for Rhonda Riley

Rhonda Riley

4th Grade Math/Science, Hatfield Elementary
avatar for Sarah Allen
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-227 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning   Instruction

1:00pm CDT

The TOP 5 Things to Know in Discovery Education
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-112
Whether you have been using Discovery Education for years or a first-time user, the TOP 5 Things will be unveiled for you to take full advantage of in the Discovery Education Experience to help provide content, strategies, activities, and tools to use with students on the first day of school and throughout the year.
Presenters
avatar for Katy Barrey

Katy Barrey

Coordinator of Instructional Technology, Northwest ISD
Technology enables us to extend our reach and become more effective, relevant, and connected educators. Effective teachers are expected to design, implement, and assess learning experiences to engage students and prepare them to be competitive and successful in a global marketplace... Read More →
JP
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-112 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning   Instruction

1:00pm CDT

Ready- Set- Grow MAP Growth can be used to measure if all students are growing throughout the year. (Elementary)
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-141
MAP Growth is a universal screener that measures what 2nd-5th know and what they’re ready to learn next through targeted skills and TEKS. In this session, you will learn how to pull reports from MAP and set goals.
Report: Student Profile and Goal setting
Presenters
avatar for Jennifer Gill

Jennifer Gill

MTSS Interventionist
avatar for Tina Marshall
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-141 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning   Instruction   Learning Environment   Professional Practices & Responsibilities

1:00pm CDT

Savvas Experience Science 101: Implementation Training
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-109
New to elementary science? New to NISD? Want a refresher on the Savvas platform? Join Kelly for a look into our adopted curriculum, Experience Science by Savvas, to learn how to login, access features, pace and plan lessons for science.
Presenters
avatar for Kelly Suarez

Kelly Suarez

Elementary Science Curriculum Coordinator, NORTHWEST ISD
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-109 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning   Instruction

1:00pm CDT

Writing-opoly
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-105
Learn how to celebrate student strengths, deliver targeted instruction, model with purpose, and foster independence—all while keeping small groups efficient and impactful. Walk away with practical strategies to spark creativity, boost confidence, and help every writer grow!
Presenters
avatar for Nicole Bernat
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-105 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning   Instruction

1:00pm CDT

Running record and anecdotal note taking (reading: Elementary)
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-225
Taking anecdotal notes and administering running records should be an essential part of the data collection process for struggling students. In this session, participants will learn how to give a running record and collect anecdotal notes (in real time) that can be used immediately to inform small group instruction.
Presenters
avatar for Amy Lowe

Amy Lowe

MTSS Interventionist, Justin Elem
avatar for Sarah Cruz

Sarah Cruz

Intervention Specialist, Northwest ISD
avatar for Hailey Wray

Hailey Wray

Intervention Specialist, Northwest ISD
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
BNHS AC-225 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning   Instruction   Professional Practices & Responsibilities

1:00pm CDT

Rubric Road: Your Game Plan for Effective Grading
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:00pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-103
Just like a well-designed game board, rubrics provide structure, direction, and purpose—helping educators and students alike move confidently toward their goals. This session will equip secondary SOAR teachers with the tools to level up your grading game using rubrics that are transparent, student-centered, and aligned with learning objectives.
Presenters
avatar for Elizabeth Elliott-Norman
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:00pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-103 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning   Instruction   Learning Environment

2:45pm CDT

Effortless Differentiation: AI’s Three-Step Advantage
Tuesday July 22, 2025 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AD-201 Lecture Hall
Meet your new teaching ally: AI that’s fast, free, and ready to lighten your load. In this session, explore how to harness AI to differentiate with ease, no tech expertise required. We’ll cover three game-changing steps: crafting simple prompts to get exactly what you need, unlocking tailored differentiation strategies for every student, and discovering time-saving tricks that free you up to focus on what matters most. Walk away with practical, powerful ways to make AI your classroom co-star, easier and more effective than you’d ever imagine!
Presenters
avatar for Lisa Van Gemert

Lisa Van Gemert

Creator, Gifted Guru
Using a combination of neuropsychology, pedagogy, experience, humor, technology and sheer fun, Lisa Van Gemert shares best practices in education with audiences around the world. She is an expert consult to television shows including Lifetime’s "Child Genius," and a writer of award-winning... Read More →
Tuesday July 22, 2025 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AD-201 Lecture Hall 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning

2:45pm CDT

Yearbook 101
Tuesday July 22, 2025 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-108
Attention all yearbook advisers! Were you volun-told to teach it? Don’t worry! I can help ease a little of your stress with some ready to go tools. Join me for a time of collaboration and networking with other advisers. We will discuss morale boosters, organization, theme, designs, and photography.
Presenters
avatar for Josette Coker

Josette Coker

CTE Photography/Yearbook
Tuesday July 22, 2025 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-108 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning

2:45pm CDT

Hands-On ADI Exploration: Unveiling Biology Science Labs!
Tuesday July 22, 2025 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-201
Experience Biology curriculum-embedded ADI labs firsthand during this interactive session. Gain insights into your students' perspectives as you participate in the labs, helping you better understand their needs and plan dynamic learning experiences.
Presenters
avatar for Courtney Toht

Courtney Toht

Secondary Science Instructional Coach
HW
Tuesday July 22, 2025 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-201 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning   Instruction

2:45pm CDT

Operation Patterns of Revision
Tuesday July 22, 2025 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-105
Make Patterns of Revision a win with ready-to-use resources! In this hands-on session, you’ll create engaging tools to streamline lesson prep and help students strengthen their writing. Walk away with strategies you can use immediately. Great revision begins with great planning!
Presenters
avatar for Kelli Palmer

Kelli Palmer

Elementary ELA Instructional Coach, Northwest ISD
avatar for Nicole Bernat
avatar for Tonya Gurley
Tuesday July 22, 2025 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-105 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning   Instruction

2:45pm CDT

The Essential 10 Tools for Literacy in Discovery Education
Tuesday July 22, 2025 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-112
Whether you have been using Discovery Education for years or a first-time user, the TOP 5 Things will be unveiled for you to take full advantage of in the Discovery Education Experience to help provide content, strategies, activities, and tools to use with students on the first day of school and throughout the year.
Presenters
avatar for Katy Barrey

Katy Barrey

Coordinator of Instructional Technology, Northwest ISD
Technology enables us to extend our reach and become more effective, relevant, and connected educators. Effective teachers are expected to design, implement, and assess learning experiences to engage students and prepare them to be competitive and successful in a global marketplace... Read More →
JP
Tuesday July 22, 2025 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-112 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Planning   Instruction

2:45pm CDT

ECSE and PreK Partnerships to Support ALL learners
Tuesday July 22, 2025 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-107
Strong collaboration between ECSE and Pre-K teachers is essential for creating inclusive, supportive early learning environments. This session will explore practical strategies for effective communication, co-planning, and shared goal setting to meet the diverse needs of young learners. Participants will leave with tools to strengthen partnerships, enhance classroom collaboration, and ensure all children receive the support they need to thrive.
Presenters
avatar for Casey DiBenedetto

Casey DiBenedetto

Pre-K Teacher, Northwest ISD
avatar for Darcy Vasquez

Darcy Vasquez

Early Childhood Special Education Teacher, Northwest ISD
Tuesday July 22, 2025 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
BNHS AC-107 2775 Bobcat Blvd, Trophy Club, TX 76262, USA
  Professional Practices & Responsibilities   Planning
 
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