|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381305
|
Heart on the Canvas: Learning Through Emotional Expression and Art (1)
9:25 AM - 10:25 AM
Art Room
Presenter: Rachel Ramirez ~ "Heart on the Canvas: Learning Through Emotional Expression and Art” explores how integrating art into the classroom can deepen students' emotional understanding and support SEL development. In this session, participants will engage in hands-on activities, discover cross-curricular strategies, and leave with practical tools to help students express emotions, build empathy, and develop self-awareness—all through creative expression. This session empowers educators to use art as a bridge between emotional learning and academic growth.
|
Social Emotional Learning
|
24/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
380802
|
ESG: Sustainability from Environmental to Social Emotional (1)
9:25 AM - 10:25 AM
Drama Room
Presenters: Mario Bracamontes & David Rocha ~ Explore how sustainability goes beyond recycling and energy conservation. In this session, Mario Bracamontes will guide participants through PSJA’s approach to ESG—Environmental, Social, and Governance—highlighting how environmental responsibility and social-emotional well-being intersect in schools. Participants will learn how to incorporate the CASEL Framework to support SEL strategies that promote student agency, campus climate, and a culture of care—all while advancing sustainability goals.
|
Student Engagement
|
12/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
380535
|
6th Grade Reading Language Arts Rollout
9:25 AM - 10:25 AM
Orchestra Room
In this collaborative session, 6th grade reading language arts teachers will review and reflect on 2025 STAAR data to identify trends, strengths, and growth areas. Participants will also examine the district’s Targeted Improvement Plan and explore how it informs instructional priorities. The session will conclude with a deep dive into the 2025–2026 curriculum documents to ensure alignment, strategic planning, and readiness for the upcoming school year.
|
Content in Action
|
19/75
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
383497
|
Career Exploration for Accelerated RLA Learners (1)
9:25 AM - 10:25 AM
Room 608
Presenters: Clara Garza-Rodriguez & DiGabriel Camero ~ This session focuses on Career Exploration Lessons for our RLA accelerated learning teachers. Learn about how Career Exploration and the PSJA Academies coincide and students can be prepared to earn their dream job after high school.
|
Student Engagement
|
7/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
380626
|
6th Grade Spanish Language Arts Rollout (Dual & Culturas)
9:25 AM - 10:25 AM
Room 611
In this collaborative session, 6th grade spanish teachers will review and reflect on data to identify trends, strengths, and growth areas. Participants will also examine the district’s Targeted Improvement Plan and explore how it informs instructional priorities. The session will conclude with a deep dive into the 2025–2026 curriculum documents to ensure alignment, strategic planning, and readiness for the upcoming school year.
|
Content in Action
|
1/20
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381258
|
Discovery Education - EXP05: Elevate your Teaching-Ready to Teach Lessons
9:25 AM - 10:25 AM
Room 614
Presenter: Amy Benitez ~ Discovery Education - EXP05: Elevate your Teaching-Ready to Teach Lessons
|
Technology Integration
|
7/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381324
|
Leveraging Microsoft Teams for Effective Classroom Instruction (1)
9:25 AM - 10:25 AM
Room 615
Presenter: Valeria Huerta ~ This session will explore how Microsoft Teams can enhance classroom instruction through its collaborative tools, learning accelerators, and organizational features. Discover how Teams supports emergent bilinguals, struggling readers, and improves overall classroom management, making it an essential platform for integrating technology seamlessly into education.
|
Technology Integration
|
10/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
380842
|
Unpacking the Common Instructional Framework: Myths vs. Realities (1)
9:25 AM - 10:25 AM
Room 620
Presenter: Elizabeth Vega ~ The Common Instructional Framework (CIF) is a set of strategies designed to enhance teaching and learning across various educational settings. CIF provides a consistent approach to instruction that can be adapted to different subjects and grade levels. However, there are many misconceptions about what CIF is and what it is not. By grasping the true nature of CIF and debunking myths, educators can more effectively use this framework to enhance their teaching and boost student learning regardless of the content they teach.
|
Student Engagement
|
11/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381055
|
Building Confident Writers (1)
9:25 AM - 10:25 AM
Room 621
Presenters: Amanda Sanchez & Jessica Saldana-Olivas ~ This session will prepare teachers to build confident writers through creative writing in eleven minutes and identifying dead giveaways. Creative writing benefits every student by improving communication skills and fostering self-expression. Dead Giveaways expose poor writing habits students should avoid and aim to reinforce writing skills applicable across content areas.
|
Student Engagement
|
10/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
380378
|
6th Grade Social Studies Rollout
9:25 AM - 10:25 AM
Room 708
In this collaborative session, 6th grade social studies teachers will review and reflect on 2025 STAAR data to identify trends, strengths, and growth areas. Participants will also examine the district’s Targeted Improvement Plan and explore how it informs instructional priorities. The session will conclude with a deep dive into the 2025–2026 curriculum documents to ensure alignment, strategic planning, and readiness for the upcoming school year.
|
Content in Action
|
13/30
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
380617
|
MS Algebra Rollout
9:25 AM - 10:25 AM
Room 711
In this collaborative session, middle school algebra teachers will review and reflect on 2025 STAAR data to identify trends, strengths, and growth areas. Participants will also examine the district’s Targeted Improvement Plan and explore how it informs instructional priorities. The session will conclude with a deep dive into the 2025–2026 curriculum documents to ensure alignment, strategic planning, and readiness for the upcoming school year.
|
Content in Action
|
4/20
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381041
|
Beyond the Headlines: The Newsomatic Experience (1)
9:25 AM - 10:25 AM
Room 715
Presenter: Narda Lugo ~ Step “Beyond the Headlines” with Newsomatic, an interactive digital news platform designed to engage students with current events at their reading level. In this session, participants will explore how to integrate Newsomatic into classroom instruction to boost literacy, critical thinking, and global awareness. Attendees will experience the platform firsthand, discover its built-in tools for differentiation, and leave with practical strategies to inspire students to become informed, thoughtful readers of the world around them.
|
Technology Integration
|
9/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
384946
|
Exploring Connect to Literacy (C2L): A Deep Dive into SummitK12’s Supplemental Curriculum for Emergent Bilinguals (1)
9:25 AM - 10:25 AM
Room 720
Join Kimberly Santos from SummitK12 for an engaging 50-minute session reviewing the key components of the Connect to Literacy supplemental curriculum. Participants will explore how the program is designed to accelerate English language proficiency and TELPAS success for Emergent Bilinguals (EBs) in Texas. Walk away with practical strategies for integrating C2L into your instruction to enhance student engagement, accelerate reading growth, and address diverse learner needs.
|
Technology Integration
|
1/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381074
|
Read, Reflect, Reconnect: Cultivating Compassion and Character through Literary Connections (1)
9:25 AM - 10:25 AM
Room 721
The goal is highlight for teachers the various opportunities that exist with in literature to provide students with S.E.L. activities, without the need to prepare a completely separate lesson.
|
Social Emotional Learning
|
1/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
380561
|
6th Grade Science Rollout
9:25 AM - 10:25 AM
Room 808
In this collaborative session, 6th grade science teachers will review and reflect on 2025 STAAR data to identify trends, strengths, and growth areas. Participants will also examine the district’s Targeted Improvement Plan and explore how it informs instructional priorities. The session will conclude with a deep dive into the 2025–2026 curriculum documents to ensure alignment, strategic planning, and readiness for the upcoming school year.
|
Content in Action
|
11/50
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381280
|
From Idea to Impact: A Grant Writing Guide for Educators (1)
9:25 AM - 10:25 AM
Room 811
Presenter: John Pankratz ~ This session will guide educators through the process of finding, applying for, and winning grants to support innovative classroom projects. Attendees will learn how to identify the right funding opportunities, write compelling proposals, and build strong budgets. Designed with Hidalgo County educators in mind, this one-hour workshop offers practical tools and real examples to help teachers turn creative ideas into funded realities.
|
Content in Action
|
4/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381297
|
Funding Your Classroom Your Way! (1)
9:25 AM - 10:25 AM
Room 814
Presenters: Amanda Alejandre & Georgina McCarthy ~ In this presentation, we will guide teachers on how to create effective classroom projects that can be funded exclusively through DonorsChoose. We will cover how to identify specific classroom needs, write compelling project descriptions, and set realistic goals. We'll also share tips for promoting projects through social media and school communities to increase visibility. By the end, teachers will feel confident and empowered to use DonorsChoose to secure essential supplies that enhance student learning.
|
Student Engagement
|
16/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381329
|
Bridging CTE from Middle School to High School (1)
9:25 AM - 10:25 AM
Room 815
Presenters: Cynthia Saldana & David Gonzalez ~ Bridging CTE between middle and high school ensures students are informed, inspired, and empowered to pursue meaningful career paths. By creating a cohesive and equitable system that starts early and builds momentum, we can prepare a generation of students who are both college- and career-ready, and capable of thriving in a rapidly changing economy.
|
Student Engagement
|
2/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381076
|
Put the FUN in functions with DESMOS (1)
9:25 AM - 10:25 AM
Room 820
The goal of this session is to effectively enable teachers to confidently integrate Desmos into their instruction by exploring its capabilities and classroom features.
|
Technology Integration
|
11/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
380919
|
Take Care of Yourself First (1)
9:25 AM - 10:25 AM
Room 821
Presenter: Jose Camero ~ Social & Emotional Learning (SEL) & Self-Care: It is important to take care of yourself, whether you're a teacher or a student, because you can't learn if you're worried about your health. Simple and repetitive techniques can improve thinking, reduce stress, and improve mood.
|
Social Emotional Learning
|
24/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381071
|
Differentiate to Celebrate: Tailoring Learning for All (1)
9:25 AM - 10:25 AM
Room 822
The session for my best practice is differentiating lessons within the classroom with different student population. I will be presenting the hands-on materials that I use that has worked and uplifts the students way of thinking. Demonstrate the station settings and intentional lessons for the stations in the classroom. The types of questions by using a cube, engaging students with games and graphic organizers for all.
|
Differentiation
|
7/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
380400
|
6th Grade Mathematics Rollout
9:25 AM - 10:25 AM
Yzaguirre MS Library
In this collaborative session, 6th grade math teachers will review and reflect on 2025 STAAR data to identify trends, strengths, and growth areas. Participants will also examine the district’s Targeted Improvement Plan and explore how it informs instructional priorities. The session will conclude with a deep dive into the 2025–2026 curriculum documents to ensure alignment, strategic planning, and readiness for the upcoming school year.
|
Content in Action
|
16/50
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381312
|
Heart on the Canvas: Learning Through Emotional Expression and Art (2)
10:35 AM - 11:35 AM
Art Room
Presenter: Rachel Ramirez ~ "Heart on the Canvas: Learning Through Emotional Expression and Art” explores how integrating art into the classroom can deepen students' emotional understanding and support SEL development. In this session, participants will engage in hands-on activities, discover cross-curricular strategies, and leave with practical tools to help students express emotions, build empathy, and develop self-awareness—all through creative expression. This session empowers educators to use art as a bridge between emotional learning and academic growth.
|
Social Emotional Learning
|
24/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381348
|
Texas Curriculum Management Program Cooperative (TCMPC) Overview (1)
10:35 AM - 11:35 AM
Band Hall
Join Marco Torres from Region One ESC for an informative overview of the Texas Curriculum Management Program Cooperative (TCMPC). This session will highlight key features of the TEKS Resource System, including curriculum components, planning tools, and best practices for implementation. Whether you're new to the platform or looking to refresh your knowledge, this session will help you hit the ground running!
|
Differentiation
|
6/32
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
380803
|
ESG: Sustainability from Environmental to Social Emotional (2)
10:35 AM - 11:35 AM
Drama Room
Presenters: Mario Bracamontes & David Rocha ~ Explore how sustainability goes beyond recycling and energy conservation. In this session, Mario Bracamontes will guide participants through PSJA’s approach to ESG—Environmental, Social, and Governance—highlighting how environmental responsibility and social-emotional well-being intersect in schools. Participants will learn how to incorporate the CASEL Framework to support SEL strategies that promote student agency, campus climate, and a culture of care—all while advancing sustainability goals.
|
Student Engagement
|
7/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
380550
|
7th Grade Reading Language Arts Rollout
10:35 AM - 11:35 AM
Orchestra Room
In this collaborative session, 7th grade reading language arts teachers will review and reflect on 2025 STAAR data to identify trends, strengths, and growth areas. Participants will also examine the district’s Targeted Improvement Plan and explore how it informs instructional priorities. The session will conclude with a deep dive into the 2025–2026 curriculum documents to ensure alignment, strategic planning, and readiness for the upcoming school year.
|
Content in Action
|
18/75
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
383498
|
Career Exploration for Accelerated RLA Learners (2)
10:35 AM - 11:35 AM
Room 608
Presenters: Clara Garza-Rodriguez & DiGabriel Camero ~ This session focuses on Career Exploration Lessons for our RLA accelerated learning teachers. Learn about how Career Exploration and the PSJA Academies coincide and students can be prepared to earn their dream job after high school.
|
Student Engagement
|
3/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
380797
|
7th Grade Spanish Language Arts Rollout (Dual & Culturas)
10:35 AM - 11:35 AM
Room 611
In this collaborative session, 7th grade spanish teachers will review and reflect on data to identify trends, strengths, and growth areas. Participants will also examine the district’s Targeted Improvement Plan and explore how it informs instructional priorities. The session will conclude with a deep dive into the 2025–2026 curriculum documents to ensure alignment, strategic planning, and readiness for the upcoming school year.
|
Content in Action
|
1/20
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381261
|
Discovery Education - EXP19: Engaging Students Beyond the Classroom with VFT
10:35 AM - 11:35 AM
Room 614
Presenter: Amy Benitez ~ Discovery Education - EXP19: Engaging Students Beyond the Classroom with VFT
|
Technology Integration
|
19/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
380845
|
Unpacking the Common Instructional Framework: Myths vs. Realities (2)
10:35 AM - 11:35 AM
Room 620
Presenter: Elizabeth Vega ~ The Common Instructional Framework (CIF) is a set of strategies designed to enhance teaching and learning across various educational settings. CIF provides a consistent approach to instruction that can be adapted to different subjects and grade levels. However, there are many misconceptions about what CIF is and what it is not. By grasping the true nature of CIF and debunking myths, educators can more effectively use this framework to enhance their teaching and boost student learning regardless of the content they teach.
|
Student Engagement
|
10/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381284
|
Fruitful Fresh Start (1)
10:35 AM - 11:35 AM
Room 622
Presenter: Erica Castillo ~ My goal is to be able to provide colleagues, especially new teachers, a way to obtain student success by knowing their students as individual learners, and identifying their needs through Classroom Culture by analyzing the Demographics (PEIMS Report, Individual Profile, Self- Assessment), Differentiated Instruction for Growth & Mastery (Diagnostic, Benchmarks, Previous STAAR Scores), and Social Emotional Shift by gifting students a fresh new start. Just like Reading & Writing, there’s some concepts that can’t be successfully communicated without the other.
|
Differentiation
|
5/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
380365
|
7th Grade Social Studies Rollout
10:35 AM - 11:35 AM
Room 708
In this collaborative session, 7th grade social studies teachers will review and reflect on 2025 STAAR data to identify trends, strengths, and growth areas. Participants will also examine the district’s Targeted Improvement Plan and explore how it informs instructional priorities. The session will conclude with a deep dive into the 2025–2026 curriculum documents to ensure alignment, strategic planning, and readiness for the upcoming school year.
|
Content in Action
|
8/30
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381066
|
Creating Calm: Implementing SEL Make & Take Sessions (1)
10:35 AM - 11:35 AM
Room 711
Presenter: Gina Huerta ~ Learn how to introduce students to the concept of Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) through a brief video from Discovery Education. Then, explore a series of simple, cost-effective classroom activities designed to help students develop key SEL competencies, including emotional regulation, goal-setting, and empathy.
|
Social Emotional Learning
|
16/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381314
|
Integrating Technology for Elective Classes (1)
10:35 AM - 11:35 AM
Room 714
Presenters: Michael Craft & Arturo Cano ~ Presenting tools and strategies for furthering educational practices utilizing technology for elective classes. Participants will share in how we use app MuseClass in our classes and how we utilize them to advance our students' development, assessment and accountability.
|
Technology Integration
|
5/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381053
|
Beyond the Headlines: The Newsomatic Experience (2)
10:35 AM - 11:35 AM
Room 715
Presenter: Narda Lugo ~ Step “Beyond the Headlines” with Newsomatic, an interactive digital news platform designed to engage students with current events at their reading level. In this session, participants will explore how to integrate Newsomatic into classroom instruction to boost literacy, critical thinking, and global awareness. Attendees will experience the platform firsthand, discover its built-in tools for differentiation, and leave with practical strategies to inspire students to become informed, thoughtful readers of the world around them.
|
Technology Integration
|
13/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
384953
|
Exploring Dynamic Science: A Deep Dive into SummitK12’s Engaging Hands-On Curriculum
10:35 AM - 11:35 AM
Room 720
Join Kimberly Santos from SummitK12 for an engaging 50-minute session reviewing the key components of the Dynamic Science supplemental curriculum. Participants will explore how the program is designed to revolutionize the way science is taught in Texas. This innovative, engaging, and hands-on curriculum is here to support educators and students with the most advanced Science resources available.
|
Technology Integration
|
0/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381075
|
Read, Reflect, Reconnect: Cultivating Compassion and Character through Literary Connections (2)
10:35 AM - 11:35 AM
Room 721
The goal is highlight for teachers the various opportunities that exist with in literature to provide students with S.E.L. activities, without the need to prepare a completely separate lesson.
|
Social Emotional Learning
|
2/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
380595
|
7th Grade Science Rollout
10:35 AM - 11:35 AM
Room 808
In this collaborative session, 7th grade science teachers will review and reflect on 2025 STAAR data to identify trends, strengths, and growth areas. Participants will also examine the district’s Targeted Improvement Plan and explore how it informs instructional priorities. The session will conclude with a deep dive into the 2025–2026 curriculum documents to ensure alignment, strategic planning, and readiness for the upcoming school year.
|
Content in Action
|
8/50
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381283
|
From Idea to Impact: A Grant Writing Guide for Educators (2)
10:35 AM - 11:35 AM
Room 811
Presenter: John Pankratz ~ This session will guide educators through the process of finding, applying for, and winning grants to support innovative classroom projects. Attendees will learn how to identify the right funding opportunities, write compelling proposals, and build strong budgets. Designed with Hidalgo County educators in mind, this one-hour workshop offers practical tools and real examples to help teachers turn creative ideas into funded realities.
|
Content in Action
|
8/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381299
|
Funding Your Classroom Your Way! (2)
10:35 AM - 11:35 AM
Room 814
Presenters: Amanda Alejandre & Georgina McCarthy ~ In this presentation, we will guide teachers on how to create effective classroom projects that can be funded exclusively through DonorsChoose. We will cover how to identify specific classroom needs, write compelling project descriptions, and set realistic goals. We'll also share tips for promoting projects through social media and school communities to increase visibility. By the end, teachers will feel confident and empowered to use DonorsChoose to secure essential supplies that enhance student learning.
|
Student Engagement
|
5/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381334
|
Bridging CTE from Middle School to High School (2)
10:35 AM - 11:35 AM
Room 815
Presenters: Cynthia Saldana & David Gonzalez ~ Bridging CTE between middle and high school ensures students are informed, inspired, and empowered to pursue meaningful career paths. By creating a cohesive and equitable system that starts early and builds momentum, we can prepare a generation of students who are both college- and career-ready, and capable of thriving in a rapidly changing economy.
|
Student Engagement
|
2/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381078
|
Put the FUN in functions with DESMOS (2)
10:35 AM - 11:35 AM
Room 820
The goal of this session is to effectively enable teachers to confidently integrate Desmos into their instruction by exploring its capabilities and classroom features.
|
Technology Integration
|
6/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
380928
|
Take Care of Yourself First (2)
10:35 AM - 11:35 AM
Room 821
Presenter: Jose Camero ~ Social & Emotional Learning (SEL) & Self-Care: It is important to take care of yourself, whether you're a teacher or a student, because you can't learn if you're worried about your health. Simple and repetitive techniques can improve thinking, reduce stress, and improve mood.
|
Social Emotional Learning
|
24/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381072
|
Differentiate to Celebrate: Tailoring Learning for All (2)
10:35 AM - 11:35 AM
Room 822
Presenter: Chriselda Stevenson ~ The session for my best practice is differentiating lessons within the classroom with different student population. I will be presenting the hands-on materials that I use that has worked and uplifts the students way of thinking. Demonstrate the station settings and intentional lessons for the stations in the classroom. The types of questions by using a cube, engaging students with games and graphic organizers for all.
|
Differentiation
|
12/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
380491
|
7th Grade Mathematics Rollout
10:35 AM - 11:35 AM
Yzaguirre MS Library
In this collaborative session, 7th grade math teachers will review and reflect on 2025 STAAR data to identify trends, strengths, and growth areas. Participants will also examine the district’s Targeted Improvement Plan and explore how it informs instructional priorities. The session will conclude with a deep dive into the 2025–2026 curriculum documents to ensure alignment, strategic planning, and readiness for the upcoming school year.
|
Content in Action
|
13/75
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381060
|
Calaveras & Connection: Embracing Parental Heritage in SEL Practices (1)
1:25 PM - 2:25 PM
Art Room
Presenter: Minette Duenas ~ In this interactive SEL session, participants will explore how celebrating cultural heritage can engage families and support student success. By decorating sugar skulls—a tradition rooted in Día de los Muertos—we’ll model a creative activity that can be used to draw parents into a TELPAS meeting in a meaningful, culturally relevant way. Learn how to create an inviting atmosphere that fosters connection, highlights student language growth, and honors the diverse backgrounds of your school community.
|
Social Emotional Learning
|
16/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381349
|
Texas Curriculum Management Program Cooperative (TCMPC) Overview (2)
1:25 PM - 2:25 PM
Band Hall
Join Marco Torres from Region One ESC for an informative overview of the Texas Curriculum Management Program Cooperative (TCMPC). This session will highlight key features of the TEKS Resource System, including curriculum components, planning tools, and best practices for implementation. Whether you're new to the platform or looking to refresh your knowledge, this session will help you hit the ground running!
|
Differentiation
|
2/32
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381339
|
Move & Groove: Dance Breaks for Mind & Mood (1)
1:25 PM - 2:25 PM
Dance Room
Presenters: Itzayana Vera & Crystal Escamilla ~ Teachers will get a chance to learn various dance break exercise and benefits for students that can be applied in their daily routines. Incorporating dance breaks in academic classes can be highly beneficial for middle school students, which help boosts focus and concentration, reduce stress and anxiety from learning environment for both teacher and students, improve memory and retention and encourages social connection and teamwork.
|
Social Emotional Learning
|
12/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
380556
|
8th Grade Reading Language Arts Rollout
1:25 PM - 2:25 PM
Orchestra Room
In this collaborative session, 8th grade reading language arts teachers will review and reflect on 2025 STAAR data to identify trends, strengths, and growth areas. Participants will also examine the district’s Targeted Improvement Plan and explore how it informs instructional priorities. The session will conclude with a deep dive into the 2025–2026 curriculum documents to ensure alignment, strategic planning, and readiness for the upcoming school year.
|
Content in Action
|
20/50
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381343
|
Painting SEL: Exploring Social- Emotional Learning Through Creative Expression in ART (1)
1:25 PM - 2:25 PM
Room 608
This session introduces educators to an arts-based approach to Social Emotional learning (SEL) using painting as a reflective and connective tool. Participants will engage in a hands-on creative activity that fosters self awareness, emotional expression, and team connection. The goal is to model how art can support SEL competencies in both students and staff, while offering educators a meaningful space to explore their own emotional- well being and collaborative potential through visual storytelling.
|
Social Emotional Learning
|
15/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
380799
|
8th Grade Spanish Language Arts Rollout (Dual & Culturas)
1:25 PM - 2:25 PM
Room 611
Presenter: Elizabeth Garza ~ In this collaborative session, 8th grade spanish teachers will review and reflect on data to identify trends, strengths, and growth areas. Participants will also examine the district’s Targeted Improvement Plan and explore how it informs instructional priorities. The session will conclude with a deep dive into the 2025–2026 curriculum documents to ensure alignment, strategic planning, and readiness for the upcoming school year.
|
Content in Action
|
0/20
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381250
|
Discovery Education - EXP01: Top 5 Things You Need to Know about Discovery Education for MS
1:25 PM - 2:25 PM
Room 614
Presenter: Monica Cruz ~ Discovery Education - EXP01: Top 5 Things You Need to Know about Discovery Education for MS
|
Technology Integration
|
5/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
380915
|
Ready, Set, Engage: Easy Bluebonnet Routines You Can Use Tomorrow (1)
1:25 PM - 2:25 PM
Room 615
In this one-hour professional development session, teachers will learn practical, low-preparation strategies to seamlessly incorporate Bluebonnet into their daily lessons while increasing student engagement. The focus will be on easy-to-implement activities and instructional moves that require minimal planning but deliver maximum impact in keeping students actively involved in their learning. By the end of the session, teachers will leave with a bank of ready-to-use ideas and classroom-ready resources they can apply immediately to create more dynamic, engaging learning environments.
|
Content in Action
|
12/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381346
|
Project Learning Tree (1)
1:25 PM - 2:25 PM
Room 620
This session introduces Project Learning Tree (PLT), an award-winning environmental education program that uses trees and forests as windows to understand complex environmental issues. Participants will explore hands-on, interdisciplinary activities designed to engage students in critical thinking, problem-solving, and stewardship. The goal is to equip educators with practical tools and resources to integrate environmental education into their curriculum, fostering environmental literacy and encouraging responsible action among students.
|
Content in Action
|
1/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
379708
|
8th Grade Social Studies Rollout
1:25 PM - 2:25 PM
Room 708
In this collaborative session, 8th grade social studies teachers will review and reflect on 2025 STAAR data to identify trends, strengths, and growth areas. Participants will also examine the district’s Targeted Improvement Plan and explore how it informs instructional priorities. The session will conclude with a deep dive into the 2025–2026 curriculum documents to ensure alignment, strategic planning, and readiness for the upcoming school year.
|
Content in Action
|
11/30
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381315
|
Integrating Technology for Elective Classes (2)
1:25 PM - 2:25 PM
Room 714
Presenters: Michael Craft & Arturo Cano ~ Presenting tools and strategies for furthering educational practices utilizing technology for elective classes. Participants will share in how we use app MuseClass in our classes and how we utilize them to advance our students' development, assessment and accountability.
|
Technology Integration
|
1/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381262
|
Distinguish Yourself with a Student-Centered Classroom! (1)
1:25 PM - 2:25 PM
Room 715
Presenter: Bryan Banning ~ The topic and/or goal is to describe how I create a good classroom culture, and consistent classroom routines that help to create a student led classroom.
|
Student Engagement
|
24/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381318
|
Leveling the Playing Field: Inclusive Teaching with Supplemental Aids (1)
1:25 PM - 2:25 PM
Room 720
Presenter: Jacob Benavidez ~ Step up to the plate with strategies that knock down barriers and give every student a fair shot at success! In this session, we’ll explore how supplemental aids can serve as game-changing tools to support diverse learners. Learn how to build an inclusive lineup where all students can swing for the fences and round the bases toward academic achievement.
|
Differentiation
|
15/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381069
|
Dare to be Different-iated! (1)
1:25 PM - 2:25 PM
Room 721
Presenter: Oscar Reyes ~ Attendees will analyze the four types of differentiation: product, environment, process, and content by collaboratively reading examples and categorizing them.
|
Differentiation
|
12/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
380600
|
8th Grade Science Rollout
1:25 PM - 2:25 PM
Room 808
In this collaborative session, 8th grade science teachers will review and reflect on 2025 STAAR data to identify trends, strengths, and growth areas. Participants will also examine the district’s Targeted Improvement Plan and explore how it informs instructional priorities. The session will conclude with a deep dive into the 2025–2026 curriculum documents to ensure alignment, strategic planning, and readiness for the upcoming school year.
|
Content in Action
|
8/50
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
380837
|
Adobe Suites: Understanding Your Hidden Gem (1)
1:25 PM - 2:25 PM
Room 811
Presenter: Jovan Caceres ~ PSJA ISD provides teachers with access to Adobe Suites giving us access to Photoshop, InDesign, Lightroom, AI Generated content, etc. I will provide an introduction to what is provided while going specializing what Photoshop can do for you.
|
Technology Integration
|
23/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381341
|
Navigating Professional Relationships: Conflict Management Techniques for Educators (1)
1:25 PM - 2:25 PM
Room 814
Presenter: Hector Luevanos ~ Join me for a dynamic and interactive workshop designed to equip educators with effective conflict resolution strategies. This session aims to provide educators with practical tools to navigate and resolve conflicts in educational settings. Throughout the session, participants will engage in a mix of thought-provoking discussions and role-playing exercises. We will explore the nature and sources of conflict, delve into a comprehensive conflict resolution framework, and practice essential communication techniques. By creating a collaborative environment and developing personal action plans, educators will leave with actionable strategies to handle conflicts constructively.
|
Social Emotional Learning
|
2/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
380850
|
Telling Stories within your Content (1)
1:25 PM - 2:25 PM
Room 815
Presenter: Beatriz Rodriguez ~ In Telling Stories Within Your Content, educators will explore the process of creating comics that can be integrated into various subject areas. Digital storytelling through comic creation engages students in learning while allowing them to demonstrate understanding across disciplines. This approach also reinforces learning goals and supports the development of writing, narrative, and critical thinking skills. Additionally, Telling Stories celebrates student identity and culture by encouraging the creation of personalized avatars and storylines that reflect their unique experiences.
|
Student Engagement
|
4/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381268
|
EdPuzzle: Interactive Video Learning for All Learners (1)
1:25 PM - 2:25 PM
Room 820
Presenters: Carmen Puente & Jessica Dominguez ~ Unlock the power of interactive video learning with Edpuzzle! In this session, participants will learn how to transform any video into an engaging, student-centered lesson that supports differentiation, builds content mastery, and fosters deeper student engagement. Discover how to embed quizzes, reflections, and checkpoints into videos to personalize learning for diverse learners, including English learners and students with special needs. Participants will leave with practical strategies and ready-to-implement ideas to immediately enhance classroom instruction.
|
Technology Integration
|
11/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
380839
|
What is Early College? (1)
1:25 PM - 2:25 PM
Room 822
Presenter: Maria Flores ~ To provide an in-depth overview of the Early College model, focusing on its structure, benefits, and impact on student success, particularly in the context of dual credit programs, PSJA Academies, and pathways that promote college readiness and career success.
|
Student Engagement
|
2/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
380493
|
8th Grade Mathematics Rollout
1:25 PM - 2:25 PM
Yzaguirre MS Library
In this collaborative session, 8th grade math teachers will review and reflect on 2025 STAAR data to identify trends, strengths, and growth areas. Participants will also examine the district’s Targeted Improvement Plan and explore how it informs instructional priorities. The session will conclude with a deep dive into the 2025–2026 curriculum documents to ensure alignment, strategic planning, and readiness for the upcoming school year.
|
Content in Action
|
17/75
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381061
|
Calaveras & Connection: Embracing Parental Heritage in SEL Practices (2)
2:35 PM - 3:35 PM
Art Room
Presenter: Minette Duenas ~ In this interactive SEL session, participants will explore how celebrating cultural heritage can engage families and support student success. By decorating sugar skulls—a tradition rooted in Día de los Muertos—we’ll model a creative activity that can be used to draw parents into a TELPAS meeting in a meaningful, culturally relevant way. Learn how to create an inviting atmosphere that fosters connection, highlights student language growth, and honors the diverse backgrounds of your school community.
|
Social Emotional Learning
|
8/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381350
|
Texas Curriculum Management Program Cooperative (TCMPC) Overview (3)
2:35 PM - 3:35 PM
Band Hall
Join Marco Torres from Region One ESC for an informative overview of the Texas Curriculum Management Program Cooperative (TCMPC). This session will highlight key features of the TEKS Resource System, including curriculum components, planning tools, and best practices for implementation. Whether you're new to the platform or looking to refresh your knowledge, this session will help you hit the ground running!
|
Differentiation
|
5/32
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381340
|
Move & Groove: Dance Breaks for Mind & Mood (2)
2:35 PM - 3:35 PM
Dance Room
Presenters: Itzayana Vera & Crystal Escamilla ~ Teachers will get a chance to learn various dance break exercise and benefits for students that can be applied in their daily routines. Incorporating dance breaks in academic classes can be highly beneficial for middle school students, which help boosts focus and concentration, reduce stress and anxiety from learning environment for both teacher and students, improve memory and retention and encourages social connection and teamwork.
|
Social Emotional Learning
|
19/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381345
|
Painting SEL: Exploring Social- Emotional Learning Through Creative Expression in ART (2)
2:35 PM - 3:35 PM
Room 608
This session introduces educators to an arts-based approach to Social Emotional learning (SEL) using painting as a reflective and connective tool. Participants will engage in a hands-on creative activity that fosters self awareness, emotional expression, and team connection. The goal is to model how art can support SEL competencies in both students and staff, while offering educators a meaningful space to explore their own emotional- well being and collaborative potential through visual storytelling.
|
Social Emotional Learning
|
24/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
380801
|
Middle School ESL Rollout
2:35 PM - 3:35 PM
Room 611
In this collaborative session, middle school ESL teachers will review and reflect on data to identify trends, strengths, and growth areas. Participants will also examine the district’s Targeted Improvement Plan and explore how it informs instructional priorities. The session will conclude with a deep dive into the 2025–2026 curriculum documents to ensure alignment, strategic planning, and readiness for the upcoming school year.
|
Content in Action
|
2/20
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381253
|
Discovery Education - EXP06: Hands on Learning with Digital Interactives
2:35 PM - 3:35 PM
Room 614
Presenter: Monica Cruz ~ Discovery Education - EXP06: Hands on Learning with Digital Interactives
|
Technology Integration
|
15/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
380918
|
Ready, Set, Engage: Easy Bluebonnet Routines You Can Use Tomorrow (2)
2:35 PM - 3:35 PM
Room 615
In this one-hour professional development session, teachers will learn practical, low-preparation strategies to seamlessly incorporate Bluebonnet into their daily lessons while increasing student engagement. The focus will be on easy-to-implement activities and instructional moves that require minimal planning but deliver maximum impact in keeping students actively involved in their learning. By the end of the session, teachers will leave with a bank of ready-to-use ideas and classroom-ready resources they can apply immediately to create more dynamic, engaging learning environments.
|
Content in Action
|
7/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381347
|
Project Learning Tree (2)
2:35 PM - 3:35 PM
Room 620
This session introduces Project Learning Tree (PLT), an award-winning environmental education program that uses trees and forests as windows to understand complex environmental issues. Participants will explore hands-on, interdisciplinary activities designed to engage students in critical thinking, problem-solving, and stewardship. The goal is to equip educators with practical tools and resources to integrate environmental education into their curriculum, fostering environmental literacy and encouraging responsible action among students.
|
Content in Action
|
1/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381058
|
Building Confident Writers (2)
2:35 PM - 3:35 PM
Room 621
Presenters: Amanda Sanchez & Jessica Saldana-Olivas ~ This session will prepare teachers to build confident writers through creative writing in eleven minutes and identifying dead giveaways. Creative writing benefits every student by improving communication skills and fostering self-expression. Dead Giveaways expose poor writing habits students should avoid and aim to reinforce writing skills applicable across content areas.
|
Student Engagement
|
10/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381286
|
Fruitful Fresh Start (2)
2:35 PM - 3:35 PM
Room 622
Presenter: Erica Castillo ~ My goal is to be able to provide colleagues, especially new teachers, a way to obtain student success by knowing their students as individual learners, and identifying their needs through Classroom Culture by analyzing the Demographics (PEIMS Report, Individual Profile, Self- Assessment), Differentiated Instruction for Growth & Mastery (Diagnostic, Benchmarks, Previous STAAR Scores), and Social Emotional Shift by gifting students a fresh new start. Just like Reading & Writing, there’s some concepts that can’t be successfully communicated without the other.
|
Differentiation
|
6/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381068
|
Creating Calm: Implementing SEL Make & Take Sessions (2)
2:35 PM - 3:35 PM
Room 711
Presenter: Gina Huerta ~ Learn how to introduce students to the concept of Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) through a brief video from Discovery Education. Then, explore a series of simple, cost-effective classroom activities designed to help students develop key SEL competencies, including emotional regulation, goal-setting, and empathy.
|
Social Emotional Learning
|
19/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381264
|
Distinguish Yourself with a Student-Centered Classroom! (2)
2:35 PM - 3:35 PM
Room 715
Presenter: Bryan Banning ~ The topic and/or goal is to describe how I create a good classroom culture, and consistent classroom routines that help to create a student led classroom.
|
Student Engagement
|
24/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381321
|
Leveling the Playing Field: Inclusive Teaching with Supplemental Aids (2)
2:35 PM - 3:35 PM
Room 720
Presenter: Jacob Benavidez ~ Step up to the plate with strategies that knock down barriers and give every student a fair shot at success! In this session, we’ll explore how supplemental aids can serve as game-changing tools to support diverse learners. Learn how to build an inclusive lineup where all students can swing for the fences and round the bases toward academic achievement.
|
Technology Integration
|
5/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381070
|
Dare to be Different-iated! (2)
2:35 PM - 3:35 PM
Room 721
Presenter: Oscar Reyes ~ Attendees will analyze the four types of differentiation: product, environment, process, and content by collaboratively reading examples and categorizing them.
|
Differentiation
|
10/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381038
|
Beyond the Basics: Unlocking the Power of Beanstack Challenges
2:35 PM - 3:35 PM
Room 808
Presenter: Amy Marquez ~ You’ve logged minutes—now it’s time to level up! This session dives deeper into Beanstack’s advanced features and creative challenge options to help you maximize student engagement. Learn how to customize reading challenges, track progress in real-time, celebrate achievements, and build momentum with friendly competition.
|
Technology Integration
|
5/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
380838
|
Adobe Suites: Understanding Your Hidden Gem (2)
2:35 PM - 3:35 PM
Room 811
Presenter: Jovan Caceres ~ PSJA ISD provides teachers with access to Adobe Suites giving us access to Photoshop, InDesign, Lightroom, AI Generated content, etc. I will provide an introduction to what is provided while going specializing what Photoshop can do for you.
|
Technology Integration
|
24/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381342
|
Navigating Professional Relationships: Conflict Management Techniques for Educators (2)
2:35 PM - 3:35 PM
Room 814
Presenter: Hector Luevanos ~ Join me for a dynamic and interactive workshop designed to equip educators with effective conflict resolution strategies. This session aims to provide educators with practical tools to navigate and resolve conflicts in educational settings. Throughout the session, participants will engage in a mix of thought-provoking discussions and role-playing exercises. We will explore the nature and sources of conflict, delve into a comprehensive conflict resolution framework, and practice essential communication techniques. By creating a collaborative environment and developing personal action plans, educators will leave with actionable strategies to handle conflicts constructively.
|
Social Emotional Learning
|
0/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
380852
|
Telling Stories within your Content (2)
2:35 PM - 3:35 PM
Room 815
Presenter: Beatriz Rodriguez ~ In Telling Stories Within Your Content, educators will explore the process of creating comics that can be integrated into various subject areas. Digital storytelling through comic creation engages students in learning while allowing them to demonstrate understanding across disciplines. This approach also reinforces learning goals and supports the development of writing, narrative, and critical thinking skills. Additionally, Telling Stories celebrates student identity and culture by encouraging the creation of personalized avatars and storylines that reflect their unique experiences.
|
Student Engagement
|
7/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381271
|
EdPuzzle: Interactive Video Learning for All Learners (2)
2:35 PM - 3:35 PM
Room 820
Presenters: Carmen Puente & Jessica Dominguez ~ Unlock the power of interactive video learning with Edpuzzle! In this session, participants will learn how to transform any video into an engaging, student-centered lesson that supports differentiation, builds content mastery, and fosters deeper student engagement. Discover how to embed quizzes, reflections, and checkpoints into videos to personalize learning for diverse learners, including English learners and students with special needs. Participants will leave with practical strategies and ready-to-implement ideas to immediately enhance classroom instruction.
|
Technology Integration
|
8/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
380840
|
What is Early College? (2)
2:35 PM - 3:35 PM
Room 822
Presenter: Maria Flores ~ To provide an in-depth overview of the Early College model, focusing on its structure, benefits, and impact on student success, particularly in the context of dual credit programs, PSJA Academies, and pathways that promote college readiness and career success.
|
Student Engagement
|
0/24
|
|
|
|
Wednesday August 20, 2025
|
|
381336
|
Maximizing Impact: Co-Teaching Strategies and Smart Use of Supplemental Aids
2:35 PM - 3:35 PM
Yzaguirre MS Library
Presenters: Josel Castillo & Maritza Garza Guerrero ~ This session explores effective co-teaching models and practical strategies to enhance student learning through collaboration. Educators will learn how to maximize the impact of instructional partnerships while using supplemental aids purposefully and appropriately. Participants will leave with clear examples of do's and don'ts, tools for planning, and techniques to ensure accommodations truly support student success in inclusive settings.
|
Differentiation
|
7/35
|
|
|
