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Wednesday August 20, 2025
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379660
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Maximizing Impact: Co-Teaching Strategies and Smart Use of Supplemental Aids
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
A101 (Downstairs)
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.
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Differentiation of Instruction
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0/28
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Wednesday August 20, 2025
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379988
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Empowering Student Success Through TSIA: Resources and Strategies for Educators
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
A105 (Downstairs)
This session will provide an in-depth look at the Texas Success Initiative Assessment (TSIA), its purpose, and the key resources available to support student preparedness. Attendees will explore effective strategies for integrating TSIA resources into curriculum planning, targeted interventions, and individualized support, ultimately enhancing college readiness and academic success.
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Student Engagement
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0/28
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Wednesday August 20, 2025
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379669
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Crack the Code: CTE & PEIMS
9:15 AM - 10:30 AM
A102 (Downstairs)
Join us as we break down how Career & Technical Education (CTE) courses are coded in PEIMS and how coding directly impacts funding, accountability, and student success. Walk away with a better understanding of why accurate PEIMS coding matters.
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Other
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0/28
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Wednesday August 20, 2025
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379994
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School AI: How to Customize Student Spaces in School AI
9:15 AM - 10:30 AM
A106 (Downstairs)
Explore how to customize Student SPACEs in School AI to support personalized learning, monitor progress, and create engaging, student-centered experiences tailored to classroom needs.
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Instructional Strategies & Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Student Engagement
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0/28
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Wednesday August 20, 2025
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380002
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TSI and STAAR Success in the Classroom. Building Research-Ready and Test-Ready Students with Library and Gale Databases
9:15 AM - 10:30 AM
A108 (Downstairs)
This session will focus on helping teachers support students in building strong research skills and preparing for state assessments. Participants will learn how to use library resources and Gale databases to guide students in gathering reliable information, improving reading comprehension, and developing critical thinking. The goal is to create classroom environments where students are better prepared for research projects and state tests by using accessible tools that strengthen their academic confidence and success.
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Differentiation of Instruction
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0/28
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Wednesday August 20, 2025
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380007
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Spray it don't say it
9:15 AM - 10:30 AM
A110 (Downstairs)
Students often ask "when will I use this?" because we simply give answers when we teach. By fostering creativity in the classroom, students will become curious and more motivated to connect with the material. There's a difference between knowing the path, and walking the path. We try to tell the students where the path goes, but unless we let them walk it, they won't have the experience and won't retain the knowledge. As teachers we must plan our lessons and create deep questions throughout the content that will allow students to figure out the reasons for the answer.
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Project-Based Learning & Inquiry-Based Learning
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0/28
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Wednesday August 20, 2025
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380012
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(956) TSI-MATH
9:15 AM - 10:30 AM
A111 (Downstairs)
In this presentation, we’ll take a look at the TSI Math curriculum and share practical, student-centered strategies that can help boost engagement and improve student outcomes.
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Instructional Strategies & Artificial Intelligence (AI)
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0/28
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Wednesday August 20, 2025
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380083
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Wayground 101 Essentials: Start Your Interactive Journey
9:15 AM - 10:30 AM
A112 (Downstairs)
Dive into the world of Wayground (Quizizz) with this introductory PD session designed to help you get started with Wayground. Perfect for educators new to Wayground, this session will equip you with the basics to create engaging and interactive learning experiences for your students.
Overview of Wayground (Quizizz)
Learn the Basics
Create/Find an Activity
Explore AI &
Question Types
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Instructional Strategies & Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Student Engagement
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0/28
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Wednesday August 20, 2025
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380099
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Fueling Future Careers: How Career Expos Boost CTE Program Recruitment
9:15 AM - 10:30 AM
A113 (Downstairs)
This session will focus on how CTE Career Expos provide opportunities for awareness, exploration and recruitment to college and industry-based certification programs through interactive discussions, learning, and student engagement.
Learning Outcomes: 1.) Explain the role of career expos in enhancing recruitment efforts for CTE programs. 2.) Identify key benefits and opportunities that career expos provide to students and educators. 3.) Evaluate best practices for organizing and participating in career expos to attract prospective CTE students.
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Student Engagement
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0/28
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Wednesday August 20, 2025
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379985
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Look Up and Talk: Curiosity and Conversation in the Classroom
9:15 AM - 10:30 AM
C103 (Downstairs)
What if you could turn your classroom into a place where students are eager to participate in learning? Join us to learn how, with teacher-paced lessons, real-time AI feedback, and curiosity-rich conversations on Curipod—the AI-powered curriculum platform that gets students to look up from their screens and talk. Generate high-quality lessons on any topic across all grade levels, customized to your classroom and students with AI. Designed to connect with students’ lives and promote higher-order thinking, Curipod lessons make learning more relevant and meaningful. We’re on a mission to give teachers and students a reason to show up to class and learn together.
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Instructional Strategies & Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Student Engagement
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0/28
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Wednesday August 20, 2025
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380105
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Lighting the Way: SEL Staff Roles that Inspire, Support and Empower
9:15 AM - 10:30 AM
D101 (Downstairs)
Discover how a strong, well-defined SEL team can serve as a guiding light for your school community. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how SEL staff inspire student growth, support teacher well-being, and empower campuses through collaboration, relationship-building, and targeted interventions. Join us to explore strategies, share experiences, and strengthen the connection between SEL and academic success.
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Social & Emotional Learning (SEL) & Self-Care
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0/28
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Wednesday August 20, 2025
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380110
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Mental Health: Self-Care Matters
9:15 AM - 10:30 AM
D102 (Downstairs)
Self-Care is crucial because it significantly impacts on the overall wellbeing of the person's mental health. By participating self-care in any activity that we engage it improves our physical, emotional, and mental health. The goal is to develop self-care awareness and repeat healthy routines to reduce stress, cope with daily challenges, and strengthen a better quality of life.
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Social & Emotional Learning (SEL) & Self-Care
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0/28
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Wednesday August 20, 2025
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380114
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Empowering Achievement: Mastering Academic Language Through Content
9:15 AM - 10:30 AM
D103 (Downstairs)
This session focuses on helping educators strengthen students' academic language by integrating it with content instruction. Participants will explore key strategies for teaching academic language functions and forms, including effective vocabulary instruction, building background knowledge, and using mentor texts. These practices are designed to support students in mastering academic language, ultimately fostering greater achievement and closing learning gaps. The session aims to provide practical tools to enhance students' language skills within their content areas.
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Student Engagement
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0/28
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Wednesday August 20, 2025
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380120
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"Catch the Spark" Transform Your Teaching, Transform Their Learning"
9:15 AM - 10:30 AM
Orchestra Room
Topics: "Gimme 5" "Ansabe" "Instagraphic"
Objectives: Increase student motivation and engagement through competitive, time-bound challenges that encourage active participation and enthusiasm for learning.
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Student Engagement
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0/60
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Wednesday August 20, 2025
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380117
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ELA 1 Curriculum Rollout
9:15 AM - 11:45 AM
PSJA ECHS Band Hall A
This session will roll out the curriculum for the next school year with an emphasis on engaging lessons following state standards and RBIS. This rollout aims to ensure that all educators and students are prepared and supported for effective delivery and learning.
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Instructional Strategies & Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Differentiation of Instruction
Student Engagement
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0/60
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Wednesday August 20, 2025
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380119
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ELA II Curriculum Roll-out
9:15 AM - 11:45 AM
PSJA ECHS Band Hall B
Update the English 2 teachers on the updates to the curriculum including new texts and other non negotiables so that by the end of the presentation teachers are aware of what to expect every week of instruction.
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Instructional Strategies & Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Differentiation of Instruction
Student Engagement
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0/60
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Wednesday August 20, 2025
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379664
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Maximizing Impact: Co-Teaching Strategies and Smart Use of Supplemental Aids
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM
A101 (Downstairs)
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.
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Differentiation of Instruction
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0/28
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Wednesday August 20, 2025
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379987
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Crack the Code: CTE & PEIMS
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM
A102 (Downstairs)
Join us as we break down how Career & Technical Education (CTE) courses are coded in PEIMS and how coding directly impacts funding, accountability, and student success. Walk away with a better understanding of why accurate PEIMS coding matters.
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Other
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0/28
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Wednesday August 20, 2025
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379986
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Look Up and Talk: Curiosity and Conversation in the Classroom
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM
A103 (Downstairs)
What if you could turn your classroom into a place where students are eager to participate in learning? Join us to learn how, with teacher-paced lessons, real-time AI feedback, and curiosity-rich conversations on Curipod—the AI-powered curriculum platform that gets students to look up from their screens and talk. Generate high-quality lessons on any topic across all grade levels, customized to your classroom and students with AI. Designed to connect with students’ lives and promote higher-order thinking, Curipod lessons make learning more relevant and meaningful. We’re on a mission to give teachers and students a reason to show up to class and learn together.
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Instructional Strategies & Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Student Engagement
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0/28
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Wednesday August 20, 2025
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379990
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Empowering Student Success Through TSIA: Resources and Strategies for Educators
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM
A105 (Downstairs)
This session will provide an in-depth look at the Texas Success Initiative Assessment (TSIA), its purpose, and the key resources available to support student preparedness. Attendees will explore effective strategies for integrating TSIA resources into curriculum planning, targeted interventions, and individualized support, ultimately enhancing college readiness and academic success.
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Student Engagement
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0/28
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Wednesday August 20, 2025
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379997
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School AI: How to Customize Student Spaces in School AI
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM
A106 (Downstairs)
Explore how to customize Student SPACEs in School AI to support personalized learning, monitor progress, and create engaging, student-centered experiences tailored to classroom needs.
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Instructional Strategies & Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Student Engagement
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0/28
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Wednesday August 20, 2025
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380005
|
TSI and STAAR Success in the Classroom. Building Research-Ready and Test-Ready Students with Library and Gale Databases
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM
A108 (Downstairs)
This session will focus on helping teachers support students in building strong research skills and preparing for state assessments. Participants will learn how to use library resources and Gale databases to guide students in gathering reliable information, improving reading comprehension, and developing critical thinking. The goal is to create classroom environments where students are better prepared for research projects and state tests by using accessible tools that strengthen their academic confidence and success.
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Differentiation of Instruction
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0/28
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Wednesday August 20, 2025
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380008
|
Spray it don't say it
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM
A110 (Downstairs)
Students often ask "when will I use this?" because we simply give answers when we teach. By fostering creativity in the classroom, students will become curious and more motivated to connect with the material. There's a difference between knowing the path, and walking the path. We try to tell the students where the path goes, but unless we let them walk it, they won't have the experience and won't retain the knowledge. As teachers we must plan our lessons and create deep questions throughout the content that will allow students to figure out the reasons for the answer.
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Project-Based Learning & Inquiry-Based Learning
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0/28
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Wednesday August 20, 2025
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380014
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(956) TSI-MATH
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM
A111 (Downstairs)
In this presentation, we’ll take a look at the TSI Math curriculum and share practical, student-centered strategies that can help boost engagement and improve student outcomes.
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Instructional Strategies & Artificial Intelligence (AI)
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0/28
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|
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Wednesday August 20, 2025
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380085
|
Wayground 101 Essentials: Start Your Interactive Journey
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM
A112 (Downstairs)
Dive into the world of Wayground (Quizizz) with this introductory PD session designed to help you get started with Wayground. Perfect for educators new to Wayground, this session will equip you with the basics to create engaging and interactive learning experiences for your students.
Overview of Wayground (Quizizz)
Learn the Basics
Create/Find an Activity
Explore AI &
Question Types
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Instructional Strategies & Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Student Engagement
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0/28
|
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Wednesday August 20, 2025
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380100
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Fueling Future Careers: How Career Expos Boost CTE Program Recruitment
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM
A113 (Downstairs)
This session will focus on how CTE Career Expos provide opportunities for awareness, exploration and recruitment to college and industry-based certification programs through interactive discussions, learning, and student engagement.
Learning Outcomes: 1.) Explain the role of career expos in enhancing recruitment efforts for CTE programs. 2.) Identify key benefits and opportunities that career expos provide to students and educators. 3.) Evaluate best practices for organizing and participating in career expos to attract prospective CTE students.
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Student Engagement
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0/28
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Wednesday August 20, 2025
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380106
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Lighting the Way: SEL Staff Roles that Inspire, Support and Empower
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM
D101 (Downstairs)
Discover how a strong, well-defined SEL team can serve as a guiding light for your school community. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how SEL staff inspire student growth, support teacher well-being, and empower campuses through collaboration, relationship-building, and targeted interventions. Join us to explore strategies, share experiences, and strengthen the connection between SEL and academic success.
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Social & Emotional Learning (SEL) & Self-Care
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0/28
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Wednesday August 20, 2025
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380111
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Mental Health: Self-Care Matters
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM
D102 (Downstairs)
Self-Care is crucial because it significantly impacts on the overall wellbeing of the person's mental health. By participating self-care in any activity that we engage it improves our physical, emotional, and mental health. The goal is to develop self-care awareness and repeat healthy routines to reduce stress, cope with daily challenges, and strengthen a better quality of life.
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Social & Emotional Learning (SEL) & Self-Care
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0/28
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Wednesday August 20, 2025
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380116
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Empowering Achievement: Mastering Academic Language Through Content
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM
D103 (Downstairs)
This session focuses on helping educators strengthen students' academic language by integrating it with content instruction. Participants will explore key strategies for teaching academic language functions and forms, including effective vocabulary instruction, building background knowledge, and using mentor texts. These practices are designed to support students in mastering academic language, ultimately fostering greater achievement and closing learning gaps. The session aims to provide practical tools to enhance students' language skills within their content areas.
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Student Engagement
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0/28
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Wednesday August 20, 2025
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380121
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"Catch the Spark" Transform Your Teaching, Transform Their Learning"
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM
Orchestra Room
Topics: "Gimme 5" "Ansabe" "Instagraphic"
Objectives: Increase student motivation and engagement through competitive, time-bound challenges that encourage active participation and enthusiasm for learning.
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Student Engagement
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0/60
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Wednesday August 20, 2025
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380348
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A house divided cannot stand
1:00 PM - 2:10 PM
A110 (Downstairs)
Students have an attention span of about 15 minutes on a good day. Our class periods are 90 minutes long. Simple division would suggest we have about 6 activities or sections of our class. This may not require re-inventing the wheel and breaking down each lesson plan further; rather, we should practice reading the room and learning how to adapt our lessons to our students and the attention spans they have. Try to get off topic at least once, especially if it's from a question from a student. Spin off on a tangent if it's a real world application of the lesson. Double check your lessons and content to help research connections in advance.
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Student Engagement
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0/28
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Wednesday August 20, 2025
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380349
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A house divided cannot stand
2:20 PM - 3:30 PM
A110 (Downstairs)
Students have an attention span of about 15 minutes on a good day. Our class periods are 90 minutes long. Simple division would suggest we have about 6 activities or sections of our class. This may not require re-inventing the wheel and breaking down each lesson plan further; rather, we should practice reading the room and learning how to adapt our lessons to our students and the attention spans they have. Try to get off topic at least once, especially if it's from a question from a student. Spin off on a tangent if it's a real world application of the lesson. Double check your lessons and content to help research connections in advance.
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Student Engagement
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0/28
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