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Tuesday July 08, 2025
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363695
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BUILDING STRONGER BONDS: LEARNING FROM COMMUNITY EXPERIENCES
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Quad (Concho/Nueces/Pecos/Rio Grande Rooms)
Presenters: PANEL OF COMMUNITY MEMBERS ..... This interactive training brings together community members to share their experiences, challenges, and insights on working with disabilities and/or supporting individuals with disabilities. Through open discussions, real-life stories, and collaborative learning, participants will gain a deeper understanding of the importance of relationships, learning, accessibilities and advocacy.
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DAY 1 - Keynote Speakers (AM)
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32/200
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Tuesday July 08, 2025
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363702
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MASTERING SPED SCHEDULING STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESS
12:45 PM - 2:15 PM
Concho Room
Presenter: DESTINEY MARTINEZ ..... Let’s tackle the challenge of scheduling in the SPED classroom with confidence! We’ll dive into teacher schedules, para schedules, whole class scheduling, and individualized student schedules. We will simplify the overwhelming task of coordinating all the moving parts, making your scheduling process more efficient and stress-free. Let’s get organized and make this school year a success!
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DAY 1 - Breakout Session 1 (PM)
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7/25
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Tuesday July 08, 2025
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363708
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EFFECTIVE QUESTIONING FOR ALL STUDENTS
12:45 PM - 2:15 PM
Live Oak Room
Presenter: TORREY CLAY ..... Questioning is an integral part of classroom instruction. The quality of the questions asked during instruction significantly impacts students' engagement, understanding, and achievement. During this session, participants will examine the characteristics of effective questioning and learn simple techniques to create questions that provide scaffolded support for all learners, foster engagement, and reveal student misconceptions.
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DAY 1 - Breakout Session 1 (PM)
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2/25
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Tuesday July 08, 2025
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363711
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BEHAVIOR RUNS A MARATHON
12:45 PM - 2:15 PM
Mesquite Room
Presenter: JESSICA FLORES ..... Looking into Skills, Performance and Motivation...Challenging behaviors go beyond the surface level. To truly understand them, we must delve into the underlying factors—skills, performance, and motivation. By identifying where the deficits lie, we can support our students in overcoming obstacles and guiding them toward success.
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DAY 1 - Breakout Session 1 (PM)
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12/25
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Tuesday July 08, 2025
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363772
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WHY ARE YOU ACTING THAT WAY?
12:45 PM - 2:15 PM
Pecan Room
Presenter: JANA HOLUBEC ..... In this session, we will explore communication and its impact on behavior. Participants will receive examples of what you should do to help your student become a better communicator and watch the behaviors diminish.
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DAY 1 - Breakout Session 1 (PM)
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8/25
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Tuesday July 08, 2025
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363703
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RAPPORT BUILDING IN THE CLASSROOM: USING POSITIVE FEEDBACK TO BUILD RAPPORT AND INCREASE COMPLIANCE
12:45 PM - 2:15 PM
Pecos Room
Presenter: LISA SOBRERO ..... Presentation will explore how feedback received from others shapes the child's sense of self and how to use positive feedback as a way of increasing frequency of positive interactions between the child and school staff while at the same time, decreasing frequency of power struggles in the classroom setting.
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DAY 1 - Breakout Session 1 (PM)
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5/25
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Tuesday July 08, 2025
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363704
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HEALING THROUGH STORIES: USING LITERATURE TO BUILD CONNECTIONS WITH STUDENTS AFFECTED BY TRAUMA
12:45 PM - 2:15 PM
Rio Grande Room
Presenters: DEDRA CARTER & ANNE HARDEGREE ..... Students bring ALL their life experiences to our classrooms. Learn the basics of creating a trauma-informed classroom and experience the power of literature to heal, foster, and build classroom connections based on those experiences. Walk away with practical suggestions to utilize in your classroom.
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DAY 1 - Breakout Session 1 (PM)
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2/25
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Tuesday July 08, 2025
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363769
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FROM THEIR POINT OF VIEW
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Concho Room
Presenters: KATIE LANKFORD & VANCE LANKFORD ..... In this session, we will briefly discuss vision, orientation and mobility, and deaf and hard of hearing services that are available. We will discuss the Expanded Core Curriculum - the reasons for teaching it, and the requirement to address it in schools.
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DAY 1 - Breakout Session 2 (PM)
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1/25
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Tuesday July 08, 2025
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363710
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EFFECTIVE QUESTIONING FOR ALL STUDENTS
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Live Oak Room
Presenter: TORREY CLAY ..... Questioning is an integral part of classroom instruction. The quality of the questions asked during instruction significantly impacts students' engagement, understanding, and achievement. During this session, participants will examine the characteristics of effective questioning and learn simple techniques to create questions that provide scaffolded support for all learners, foster engagement, and reveal student misconceptions.
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DAY 1 - Breakout Session 2 (PM)
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4/25
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Tuesday July 08, 2025
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363701
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ACCOMODATIONS IN ACTION: EASY AIDS FOR EVERY CLASSROOM
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Mesquite Room
Presenter: BRANDI MENDOZA ..... Discover practical ways to implement supplemental aids that make accommodations seamless in the general education classroom. This session will explore creative strategies and tools to support diverse learning needs while keeping students engaged. Learn how to select, adapt, and integrate aids effectively to enhance accessibility without disrupting the flow of instruction. Leave with actionable tips and ready-to-use ideas to empower every learner in your classroom.
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DAY 1 - Breakout Session 2 (PM)
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10/25
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Tuesday July 08, 2025
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363771
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FROM A TEACHER'S POINT OF VIEW: THE JOURNEY THROUGH RELATIONSHIP BUILDING WITH OUR STUDENTS
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Pecan Room
Presenters: SHANE SADLER & ASHLEIGH ROBLES ..... Participants will gain information on implementing school wide behavior supports. We will share our journey of developing a system that has now evolved into teacher led training and classroom visits that impact a student's relationships and behavior. Teachers will share real world teacher and student success examples.
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DAY 1 - Breakout Session 2 (PM)
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12/25
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Tuesday July 08, 2025
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363770
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COMPASSIONATE CLASSROOMS: PRIORITIZING MENTAL HEALTH FOR ACADEMIC GROWTH
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Pecos Room
Presenter: ALEX ROBLES .....Discover how to create a compassionate classroom that supports student mental health and fosters academic growth. This session provides practical strategies to recognize mental health challenges, build an inclusive environment, and empower students to thrive both personally and academically."
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DAY 1 - Breakout Session 2 (PM)
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8/25
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Wednesday July 09, 2025
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363773
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CONFLICT TO CONNECTION: BUILD POSITIVE RELATIONSHIPS WITH STUDENTS TO INCREASE OUTCOMES
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Quad (Concho/Nueces/Pecos/Rio Grande Rooms)
Presenter: FABIAN RAMIREZ ..... Ready to be encouraged after your next Educator training? Fabian is one of the most sought after bullying prevention speakers in the country. Fabian brings real-life scenarios to every presentation that he delivers. Having first-hand experience with bullying during his middle school years has provided him with a platform in which to speak on the psychological impact that bullying can have on students.
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DAY 2 - Keynote Speaker (AM)
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33/200
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Wednesday July 09, 2025
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363784
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COMPASSIONATE CLASSROOMS: PRIORITIZING MENTAL HEALTH FOR ACADEMIC GROWTH
12:45 PM - 2:15 PM
Concho Room
Presenter: ALEX ROBLES ..... Discover how to create a compassionate classroom that supports student mental health and fosters academic growth. This session provides practical strategies to recognize mental health challenges, build an inclusive environment, and empower students to thrive both personally and academically.
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DAY 2 - Breakout Session 1 (PM)
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4/25
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Wednesday July 09, 2025
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363794
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ADAPTING THE CLASSROOM ENVIRONMENT WITH YOUR OT
12:45 PM - 2:15 PM
Live Oak Room
Presenter: REBECCA WEBB ..... Reconsider your classroom design and daily schedule - work with your school-based occupational therapist on ways to incorporate intentional movement breaks, nature, play, and other sensory-based strategies into your classroom and throughout the Multi-Tiered System of Support in your school!
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DAY 2 - Breakout Session 1 (PM)
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6/25
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Wednesday July 09, 2025
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363792
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FROM STRANGER TO ALLIES
12:45 PM - 2:15 PM
Mesquite Room
Presenter: SCARLET RODRIGUEZ ..... In this interactive 90-minute session, we’ll explore practical strategies for transforming your classroom into a community where students feel connected, supported, and valued. Whether teaching in-person or virtually, building strong relationships is essential for fostering trust, collaboration, and a positive learning environment.
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DAY 2 - Breakout Session 1 (PM)
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2/25
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Wednesday July 09, 2025
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363777
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AUTISM 101: EFFECTIVE STRATEGIES FOR THE CLASSROOM
12:45 PM - 2:15 PM
Nueces Room
Presenter: JAM PAGE ..... During this session, participants will receive information on: 1) characteristics of Autism, 2) evidence-based academic and behavioral strategies, and 3) helpful resources available for more information.
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DAY 2 - Breakout Session 1 (PM)
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14/25
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Wednesday July 09, 2025
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363785
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FALLING IN LOVE WITH LANGUAGE: UNDERSTANDING THE PROFICIENCY LEVELS OF EMERGENT BILINGUAL STUDENTS
12:45 PM - 2:15 PM
Pecos Room
Presenter: MARY CASTANUELA ..... In this session, we will recognize how our emergent bilingual students express language differently at each proficiency level in the four language domains: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. We will then discuss and explore different strategies to support our students at all proficiency levels, helping them develop and advance their English language skills.
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DAY 2 - Breakout Session 1 (PM)
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3/25
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Wednesday July 09, 2025
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363780
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BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS THROUGH CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT
12:45 PM - 2:15 PM
Rio Grande Room
Presenters: DEDRA CARTER & JODY MILLICAN ..... Building relationships with students is by far the most important thing a teacher can do. Without a solid foundation and relationships built on trust and respect, no quality learning will happen. Join us to gain knowledge about structured classroom meetings designed to create a safe space for students to share their thoughts and feelings, and foster a sense of belonging within the classroom community. Thus strengthening peer-to-peer and student/teacher relationships.
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DAY 2 - Breakout Session 1 (PM)
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6/25
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Wednesday July 09, 2025
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363790
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WHEN THERE AIN'T COFFEE STRONG ENOUGH: BEHAVIOR STRATEGIES FOR THE EXHAUSTED EDUCATOR
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Concho Room
Presenter: GREGORY HICKEY, LPC-S .....When you ain't got money and time to buy and implement an SEL curriculum...when you've tried *everything* else...when you're tired of being asked if you've tried "building a relationship" with no further guidance...you need something practical! This session quickly reviews the behavior basics...then provides real, easy-to-implement strategies for use when you're at your most exhausted!
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DAY 2 - Breakout Session 2 (PM)
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24/25
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Wednesday July 09, 2025
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363796
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ADAPTING THE CLASSROOM ENVIRONMENT WITH YOUR OT
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Live Oak Room
Presenter: REBECCA WEBB ..... Reconsider your classroom design and daily schedule - work with your school-based occupational therapist on ways to incorporate intentional movement breaks, nature, play, and other sensory-based strategies into your classroom and throughout the Multi-Tiered System of Support in your school!
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DAY 2 - Breakout Session 2 (PM)
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0/25
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Wednesday July 09, 2025
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363793
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FROM STRANGER TO ALLIES
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Mesquite Room
Presenter: SCARLET RODRIGUEZ ..... In this interactive 90-minute session, we’ll explore practical strategies for transforming your classroom into a community where students feel connected, supported, and valued. Whether teaching in-person or virtually, building strong relationships is essential for fostering trust, collaboration, and a positive learning environment.
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DAY 2 - Breakout Session 2 (PM)
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3/25
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Wednesday July 09, 2025
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363779
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AUTISM 101: EFFECTIVE STRATEGIES FOR THE CLASSROOM
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Nueces Room
Presenter: JAM PAGE ..... During this session, participants will receive information on: 1) characteristics of Autism, 2) evidence-based academic and behavioral strategies, and 3) helpful resources available for more information.
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DAY 2 - Breakout Session 2 (PM)
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3/25
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Wednesday July 09, 2025
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363791
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MODIFYING MADE SIMPLE: PLANNING FOR INCLUSIVE SUCCESS
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Pecos Room
Presenters: BRANDI MENDOZA & DESTINEY MARTINEZ .....Unlock the potential of STAAR Alt 2 resources to design meaningful and inclusive curriculum instruction for students working on pre-requisite skills. This session will guide you through using these tools to align learning objectives, create engaging lessons, and support diverse learner needs. Walk away with practical insights and resources to enhance your teaching approach today!
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DAY 2 - Breakout Session 2 (PM)
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5/25
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Wednesday July 09, 2025
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363782
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BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS THROUGH CLASSROOM MEETINGS
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Rio Grande Room
Presenters: DEDRA CARTER & JODY MILLICAN ..... Building relationships with students is by far the most important thing a teacher can do. Without a solid foundation and relationships built on trust and respect, no quality learning will happen. Join us to gain knowledge about structured classroom meetings designed to create a safe space for students to share their thoughts and feelings, and foster a sense of belonging within the classroom community. Thus strengthening peer-to-peer and student/teacher relationships.
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DAY 2 - Breakout Session 2 (PM)
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0/25
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