203Board of Trustees04Welcome Message05Student Outcome Goals73Department Summer Learning Contact List11Academic Enrichment & Support28Dual Language ESL33Early Learning38Human Capital Management41Language, Literacy and Social Studies49Multi-Tiered Systems of Support50Office of Transformation and Innovation54Professional & Digital Learning56School Leadership58Special Services64STEM06Dallas ISD Priorities07Schedule08In-Person Location Summer Professional Learning Opportunities
3Educating All Students For SuccessThe Board of Trustees establishes the policies by which schools operate. In carrying out the task of setting policy, the board identifies needs and establishes priorities for the school system, allocates, financial and human resources among the priority areas, and evaluates school performance. PresidentBen MackeyDistrict 71st Vice President 2nd Vice PresidentBoard SecretaryEdwin FloresDistrict 1Maxie JohnsonDistrict 5Joe CarreonDistrict 8Dustin MarshallDistrict 2Dan Micciche District 3Camille WhiteDistrict 4Joyce FormanDistrict 6Justin HenryDistrict 9
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Student Outcome Goal 1Student achievement on state assessment in all subjects in Domain 1 will increase from 46.0% to 58.0% by June 2025.45Student Outcome Goal 2Student achievement on the third-grade state assessment in reading at the Meets performance level or above shall increase from 40.2% to 56.0% by June 2025.Student Outcome Goal 3Student achievement on the third-grade assessment in mathematics at the Meets performance level or above shall increase from 42.3% to 56.0% by June 2025.Student Outcome Goal 4The percent of graduates who are college, career, or military ready (CCMR) from Domain 1 will increase from 42.0% to 54.0% by June 2025.Student Outcome Goal 5Middle-grade (grades 6-8) student achievement on state assessments in all subjects in Domain 1 will increase from 40.0% to 50.0% by June 2025.5
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Back to Table of ContentsComputer Science & TechnologyA Closer Look at Conditions, Booleans, and OperatorsType: Virtual Audience: MS Introduction to Programming Teachers | 6-8Description: We will explore the if-then conditional statement in greater depth to learn how the status of a condition can change and why it needs to be continually tested.Date(s): May 30 | May 31 Time(s): 10:00 AM Register HereDisciplinary Literacy for Computer ScienceType: In-PersonAudience: MS Technology Applications Electives Teachers | 6-8Description: Participants will review disciplinary literacy frameworks and conclude with paradigm for computer science instruction.Date(s): June 1 Time(s): 12:30 - 4:00 PM Register HereIntroduction to Robotics - Wrap-Up 2023Type: In-PersonAudience: MS Introduction to Robotics Teachers | 6-8Description: In this session, we will cover the MS Robotics Website Curriculum and other resources that can be used to augment instruction. Participants will debrief experiences with the course from the most recent academic year and consider improvements in instructional and learning outcomes for the upcoming academic year.Date(s): June 1 Time(s): 8:00 - 11:30 AM Register Here
Back to Table of ContentsComputer Science & Technology cont. Tech Apps Electives Writings and CitationsType: Virtual Audience: MS Technology Applications Electives Teachers | 6-8Description: Participants will debrief instruction and assessment regarding digital typography, research and citing sources, including Student Work Sample 3.Date(s): May 30 | May 31 Time(s): 12:30 PM Register HereTechnology Applications - Digital Literacy AssessmentsType: Virtual Audience: MS Technology Applications Teachers | 6-8Description: Participants will review uses of Learning.com Digital Literacy Assessments (DLA) and available metrics from pre-assessment, interim assessment, and post-assessment. Date(s): May 31 Time(s): 8:00 AM Register HereTechnology Applications - Latter Student Work SamplesType: Virtual Audience: MS Technology Applications Teachers | 6-8Description: Participants will debrief Primary Student Outcomes through Student Work Samples.Date(s): May 30 Time(s): 8:00 AM Register Here
Back to Table of ContentsHealth and Physical Education PE - Review, Reflect and RefineType: Virtual and In-PersonAudience: Physical Education Teachers | K-12Description: Small Steps Toward Big Goals; Ending the Year with Intention!Teachers will Review, Reflect,and Refine the content taught this year and engage in discussions to set new and improved goals for the 2023-2024 School Year.*Note: In-person training will be held at Wilmer Hutchins HSDate(s): May 30(K-5) | May 31(6-8) (9-12) June 1(K-5) (6-8) & (9-12)Time(s): 10:00 AM Register HereHealth - Review, Reflect and RefineType: Virtual and In-PersonAudience: Health Teachers | 6-12Description: Small Steps Toward Big Goals; Ending the Year with Intention!Health Teachers will review, evaluate, and reflect on the content taught this year, receive updates, and engage in discussions to improve current processes and set new and improved goals for the 2023-2024 school year.*Note: In-person training will be held at Wilmer Hutchins HSDate(s): May 30 (6-8) (9-12) June 2 (6-8) (9-12)Time(s): 10:00 AM Register Here
Back to Table of ContentsJunior Reserve Officer Training CorpsJROTC / LCC Discussion Based Learning Type: In-PersonAudience: Secondary Teachers | 6-12Description: Discussion-based learning promotes critical thinking by empowering students to take the lead in exploring complex and challenging issues. In this session, participants will learn instructional strategies to foster higher-order academic talk and dialogue in the classroom.*Note: This training will be held at JROTC HeadquartersDate(s): June 1 Time(s): 10:00 AM Register Here142023 Annual Dallas ISD JROTC SUMMER CAMP(STEM INITIATIVES)POC LtCol LaDaryl Franklin, US Army (Ret.)Director of Army InstructionLAFRANKLIN@DALLASISD.ORG972-925-4858JROTC and LLC ProgramsDallas Independent School District2505 Holmes Street Dallas, TX 75215
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Back to Table of ContentsVisual and Performing ArtsAll Things Brass!Type: In-PersonAudience: All Band Teachers | 6-12Description: Calling All New & Veteran Teachers! In this session, let's review best practices for teaching high and low brass instruments with special attention to French Horn!*Note: In-person training will be held at North Dallas HSDate(s): June 2 Time(s): 10:00 AM Register HereAll Things Strings Pedagogy Marathon Type: In-PersonAudience: All Strings/Orchestra Teachers | 4-12Description: Calling All New & Veteran Teachers! In this session, let's review best practices for teaching Bass and Cello in part 1 and Violin and Viola in part 2.*Note: In-person will be held at Carter HS (June 1) and North Dallas HS (June 2)Date(s): June 1 - Part 1 June 2 - Part 2Time(s): 10:00 AM Register HereAll Things Woodwinds!Type: In-PersonAudience: All Band Teachers | 5-12Description: Calling All New & Veteran Teachers! In this session, let's review best practices for teaching Flute, Clarinet & Saxophone with special emphasis on double reeds.*Note: In-person training will be held at Carter HSDate(s): June 1 Time(s): 10:00 AM Register Here16
Back to Table of ContentsVisual and Performing Arts cont.Building Relationships to Rebuild BandsType: Virtual Audience: All Instrumental Music Teachers | 4-12Description: The presenter will share proven strategies for building relationships with students, parents, administrators and alumni/community members. When all the stakeholders are involved, instrumental music programs are more sustainable. Participates will have an opportunity to reflect and add to relationship building practices.Date(s): May 31 Time(s): 12:30 PM Register HereBuilding Your ProgramType: Virtual Audience: Secondary Theatre Teachers | 6-12Description: Let's build! Learn, discuss, and share ways to recruit and grow your theatre program during class and after school.Date(s): May 31 Time(s): 8:00 AM Register Here17
Back to Table of ContentsVisual and Performing Arts cont.Choral Music: Problems of PracticeType: Virtual and In-PersonAudience: Choir Directors | 6-12Description: This session will be a roundtable between new and veteran teachers addressing common issues faced in the choral music classroom - Who? What? When? Where? Why? How?*Note: In-person training will be held at Greiner MSDate(s): May 31 June 2Time(s): 10:00 AM Register HereRegister HereChoral Music: Reflection & ForecastingType: Virtual and In-PersonAudience: Choir Directors | 6-12Description: In this session, we will discuss department initiatives that worked well this past year and plan how to implement next year - Curriculum, UIL, Solo & Ensemble, Region 20 Issues, Feeder Patterns, Digital Platforms.*Note: In-person training will be held at Greiner MSDate(s): May 30 June 1Time(s): 10:00 AM Register HereRegister HereCoach's Corner: Starting Off RightType: In-PersonAudience: Secondary Dance Teachers | 6-12Description: In this session, learn how to prepare your dancers with the correct conditioning and proper rehearsal techniques to make sure your students are training properly.*Note: In-person training will be held at Skyline HSDate(s): June 1 Time(s): 10:00 AM Register Here18
Back to Table of ContentsVisual and Performing Arts cont.Diary of a Middle School Band DirectorType: In-PersonAudience: Middle School Band Teachers | 6-12Description: Discuss the most practical and successful way to get students involved and committed to band. Discuss the curriculum and other methods that are proven to drive program success!*Note: In-person training will be held at Carter HSDate(s): June 1 Time(s): 2:30 PM Register Here19Don't Forget the Visuals:Using Marching Band Auxiliary Units EffectivelyType: In-PersonAudience: High School Band | 9-12Description: Whether or not your program has MB Auxiliary units, let's explore how it can impact your program. Our discussion will cover drill integration, uniforms, equipment and instruction. To what degree, can these auxiliary units enhance your halftime presentation? Let's dive in and see!*Note: In-person training will be held at Carter HSDate(s): June 1 Time(s): 2:30 PM Register HereDonors Choose: Can't Find a Vendor? Find a Donor Instead!Type: Virtual Audience: All Theatre Teachers | K-12Description: This class session assist directors with navigating the sign up process and accessing a Donors Choose account. Learn how to create and post a Donors Choose project!Date(s): May 30 Time(s): 2:30 PM Register Here
Back to Table of ContentsVisual and Performing Arts cont.Elementary Music: Problems of PracticeType: Virtual and In-PersonAudience: Elementary Music Teachers | PreK-5Description: This session will be a roundtable between new and veteran teachers addressing common issues faced in the elementary music classroom - Who? What? When? Where? Why? How?*Note: In-person training will be held at Greiner MSDate(s): May 31 June 2Time(s): 8:00 AM Register HereRegister HereElementary Music: Reflection & ForecastingType: Virtual and In-PersonAudience: Elementary Music Teachers | PreK-5Description: In this session, we will discuss department initiatives that worked well this past year and plan how to implement next year - Curriculum, Quaver, All City Choir, Music Memory.*Note: In-person training will be held at Greiner MSDate(s): May 30 June 1Time(s): 8:00 AM Register HereRegister HereEngaging ELL Learners: Breaking Down Language Barriers in your EnsemblesType: Virtual Audience: All Instrumental Music Teachers | 4-12Description: This session will explore language barriers and offer daily strategies to boost the engagement of ELL learners.Date(s): May 30 Time(s): 12:30 PM Register Here
Back to Table of ContentsVisual and Performing Arts cont.First Year Down! What Now?Type: Virtual Audience: New Theatre Teachers | K-12Description: Let's recap and discuss the next steps in growing your program.Date(s): May 30 Time(s): 8:00 AM Register HereGoogle Basics!Type: Virtual Audience: All Dance Teachers | PreK-12Description: In this session, learn how to make and use templates that will assist with communicating, managing, and organizing your dance files.Date(s): May 31 Time(s): 10:00 AM Register HereGrants, Grants, Grants!: Who, What, When & HowType: Virtual Audience: All Instrumental Music Teachers | 4-12Description: Let's learn how to use and find grant based funding and artist networks to fund your programs.Date(s): May 30 Time(s): 2:30 PM Register HereHigh School Musical Theatre Awards Broadway DallasType: Virtual Audience: Secondary Theatre Teachers | 9-12Description: Would you like for your students to have the opportunity to win scholarships, awards, and perform on the Music Hall Stage? Join us as Broadway Dallas discusses the different tracks on how your High School can enter the High School Musical Theatre Awards.Date(s): May 30 Time(s): 12:30 PM Register Here
Back to Table of ContentsVisual and Performing Arts cont.Keepsakes for the Director ToolboxType: Virtual Audience: Instrumental Teachers | 4-12 Description: In this session, directors will share strategies that attributed to the success of their individual students and overall programs. Specific topics include Parent Engagement, Feeder Pattern/Prism Concerts, Concert & Sightreading Contest, ACP Testing and more. Be ready to engage first hand with proven educators and leave this session with resources and blueprints to add to your director toolbox!Date(s): May 30 Time(s): 8:00 AM (Elementary 4-6) 10:00 AM (Secondary 6-12)Register HereLearning the PedagogyType: Virtual Audience: New Dance Teachers | 6-12Description: Let's pick the brains of some veteran teachers! In this session, you will learn effective classroom management strategies and successful dance lessons that have worked in the classroom setting.Date(s): May 30 Time(s): 12:30 PM Register Here
Back to Table of ContentsVisual and Performing Arts cont.Mariachi: Performance PreparationType: Virtual Audience: Secondary Orchestra/Band | 6-12Description: This session will cover classroom preparation and planning for performances, festivals, and contests.Date(s): May 31 Time(s): 10:00 AM Register HereMeisner Acting Technique 101Type: In-PersonAudience: Secondary Theatre Teachers | 9-12Description: Let's dialogue about the elements of the Meisner Method and how to integrate it into rehearsal.*Note: In-person training will be held at Bryan Adams HSDate(s): June 2 Time(s): 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM Register HereModern Band: Problems of PracticeType: Virtual and In-PersonAudience: Modern Band Teachers | 6-12Description: This session will be a roundtable between new and veteran teachers addressing common issues faced in the modern band classroom - Who? What? When? Where? Why? How?*Note: In-person training will be held at Greiner MSDate(s): May 31 June 2Time(s): 2:30 PM Register HereRegister HereLooking Forward for Elementary, Middle, & High School TeachersType: Hybrid Audience: Dance Teachers | PreK-12Description: Reflect, recap, and preview dance pathways.*Note: In-person training will be held at North Dallas HSDate(s): May 31 Time(s): 12:30 PM (PreK-8); (9-12) Register Here
Back to Table of ContentsVisual and Performing Arts cont.Modern Band: Reflection & ForecastingType: Virtual and In-PersonAudience: Modern Band Teachers | 6-12Description: In this session, we will discuss department initiatives that worked well this past year and plan how to implement next year - Curriculum, Feeder Patterns, Digital Platforms, All City Modern Band, Traditional Events*Note: In-person training will be held at Greiner MSDate(s): May 30 June 1Time(s): 2:30 PM Register HereRegister HereMovement Workshop: HortonType: In-PersonAudience: All Dance Teachers | K-12Description: Let's engage in modern dance movement with this Horton workshop presented by Brittany Patikas-Moore.*Note: In-person training will be held at Skyline HSDate(s): June 2 Time(s): 10:00 AM Register HerePedagogy 101Type: Virtual Audience: New Theatre Teachers | K-12Description: This session will cover teaching methods, classroom management techniques, and skills for DOI teachers or anyone who needs a refresher.Date(s): May 30 Time(s): 10:00 AM Register Here
Back to Table of ContentsVisual and Performing Arts cont.Physical TheatreType: In-PersonAudience: Secondary Theatre Teachers | 6-12Description: Learn basic concepts of mime, physical theatre, and laban movement to use in your classes and rehearsals.*Note: In-person training will be held at Bryan Adams HSDate(s): June 2 Time(s): 12:30 PM - 4:00 PM Register HerePlanning for the UlL Technical Design CompetitionType: Virtual Audience: Secondary Theatre Teachers | 9-12Description: Receive Tips and Tricks for the UIL Theatrical Design Contest. Start planning early.Date(s): May 31 Time(s): 12:30 PM Register HereProgram Operations 2.0Type: In-PersonAudience: All Instrumental Music Teachers | 4-12Description: Participate in a round table discussion led by veteran teachers on featured topics regarding recruitment/retention, scheduling, backwards planning, and effective communication. *Note: In-person training will be held at North Dallas HSDate(s): June 2 Time(s): 2:30 PM Register HereSet Construction 101Type: In-PersonAudience: All Theatre Teachers | K-12Description: For those who are new to Tech Theatre or need a refresher, learn the basics to building sets for your program.*Note: In-person training will be held at Bryan Adams HSDate(s): June 1 Time(s): 12:30 PM - 4:00 PM Register Here
Back to Table of ContentsVisual and Performing Arts cont.Sewing with Hot Glue!Type: In-PersonAudience: All Theatre Teachers | K-12Description: Can't sew? No Problem! Learn tips and tricks for costume construction using a hot glue gun.*Note: The in-person training will be held at North Dallas HSDate(s): June 1 Time(s): 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM Register HereShakespearienceType: Virtual Audience: Secondary Theatre Teachers | 6-12Description: Simplifying Shakespeare with a lesson or two on the Bard and some helpful tips for directing his scenes.Date(s): May 31 Time(s): 2:30 PM Register HereSpending SmartType: In-PersonAudience: All Dance Teachers | K-12Description: Learn how to fundraise for your programs and spend your money the best way to benefit your program. Let's discover which vendors work better for your program.*Note: In-person training will be held at Skyline HSDate(s): June 1 Time(s): 2:30 PM Register HereTeaching Tricks!Type: In-PersonAudience: Secondary Dance Teachers | 6-12Description: Expand your students difficulty level with new tips and tricks. Join Amy Solorio, as she gives you strategies to add to your dancers' toolkit.*Note: In-person training will be held at Molina HSDate(s): June 1 Time(s): 12:30 PM Register Here
Back to Table of ContentsVisual and Performing Arts cont.This or That!Type: Virtual Audience: All Instrumental Music Teachers | 4-12Description: Let's engage in a reflective discussion on curriculum and instructional resources that work and explore new department initiatives to drive the success on instrumental students across the district.Date(s): May 31 Time(s): 2:30 PM Register HereVertical Alignment Practices that Promote a Cycle of Student SuccessType: In-PersonAudience: All Orchestra Teachers | 4-12Description: This session will be led by directors in the Bryan Adams Feeder Pattern. Participants will be be offered a look at the planning, collaborative work and performances that drive the success of the programs while fostering a connection to the community.*Note: In-person training will be held at Carter HSDate(s): June 1 Time(s): 2:30 PM Register HereWriting GrantsType: Virtual Audience: All Teachers | K-12Description: Need extra funding? In this session, learn how to use and find grant based funding and artist networks to fund your programs.Date(s): May 30 Time(s): 2:30 PM Register HereYou Survived Year 1, Now What?Type: Virtual Audience: New Theatre Teachers | 6-12Description: Recap your year and discuss the next steps in growing your program.Date(s): May 30 Time(s): 10:00 AM Register Here
Back to Table of ContentsDual Language ESLBuilding and Supporting English Development in the Secondary ClassroomType: Virtual and In-PersonAudience: Emergent Bilingual Teachers | 6-12Description: Putting Content-Based Language Instruction into practice, teachers will explore foundational best practices and routines that can be used in the Sheltered and ESL classrooms. This will aid in increasing English fluency among Emergent Bilingual students within the context of content instruction.Date(s): May 31 | June 2 Time(s): 12:30 PM | 8:00 AM Register HereBuilding Authentic Voices with Imagine LearningType: Virtual and In-PersonAudience: Specialized Program, SPED Inclusion, and SPED Resource Teachers | K-12Description: Participants will learn engaging ways to meet the linguistic and academic needs of dually identified Emergent Bilingual students who receive special education services. Imagine Learning is a research-based product that provides support and intervention in 15 languages. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and explore data tools and resources to support the learning in the classroom.Date(s): May 31 | June 1Time(s): 10:00 AM Register Here28Content Based Language Instruction: Best Practices for the ESL and Sheltered ClassroomsType: Virtual and In-PersonAudience: All Teachers | K-5; 6-12Description: Every teacher is a language teacher and every student is a language learner. In this session, teachers will learn how to implement CBLI as an integrated approach to language instruction in which language is developed within the context of content delivery that is culturally and linguistically sustaining.Date(s): May 31 | June 2 (K-5) May 31 | June 2 (6-12)Time(s): 8:00 AM 10:00 AMRegister HereRegister Here
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Back to Table of ContentsDual Language ESL cont.Engaged Parents, Inspired Children: Building Opportunities to Connect the Parent to the ClassroomType: In-PersonAudience: Emergent Bilingual Teachers | K-12Description: Let’s get inspired! In this session, teachers will explore ways to connect the parents of Emergent Bilinguals with their children’s educational journey. Through this workshop-style experience, participants will discover how to engage and inspire parents as stakeholders in their child’s learning experience and help bridge the school-home connection.Date(s): June 2 Time(s): 12:30 PM Register HereIt’s Not Code Switching, ¡es translenguaje!Type: Virtual and In-PersonAudience: Dual Language Teachers | PreK-12Description: Permitan que su repertorio lingüístico fluya libremente. En esta sesión los participantes aprenderán diferentes estrategias para ayudar a sus estudiantes a desarrollar la conciencia metalingüística y hacer conexiones en ambos idiomas. La sesión será presentada en español e inglés con el propósito de promover el bilingüismo y la lectoescritura en dos idiomas.Date(s): May 30 | June 1 Time(s): 12:30 PM | 10:00 AM Register Here30Launching DL 2.0: Kindergarten Dual Language ClassroomsType: Virtual and In-PersonAudience: Dual Language Teachers | KindergartenDescription: Participants will learn about the new program changes in the Kindergarten Dual Language classroom. Teachers will also learn how to utilize the 4+1 language domain icons, age-appropriate language, and cultural objectives in the lesson design and delivery. As we promote bilingualism and biliteracy, this session will be presented in Spanish and English.Date(s): May 30 | May 31 June 1 | June 2Time(s): 2:30 PM | 10:00 AM 8:00 AM | 2:30 PM Register Here
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Back to Table of ContentsDual Language ESL cont.PreK DL 2.0: Program RefresherType: Virtual and In-PersonAudience: Dual Language Teachers | PreKDescription: Participants who attend this course will refresh their knowledge acquired last year in the PreK Launching Dual Language 2.0. Teachers will also learn how to utilize the 4+1 language domain icons, age-appropriate language, and cultural objectives in the lesson design and delivery. As we promote bilingualism and biliteracy, this session will be presented in Spanish and English.Date(s): May 31 | June 2 Time(s): 8:00 AM | 12:30 PM Register Here32Roadmap to Success: Using Purposeful Data to Guide Newcomer EB InstructionType: Virtual and In-PersonAudience: Newcomer Emergent Bilingual Teachers | K-12Description: Participants will explore how to tailor and provide purposeful language instruction by utilizing their newcomer students’ current English proficiency levels. Participants will engage in meaningful activities that will connect the ELPS, TELPAS data, linguistic accommodations, and comprehensible input strategies, resulting in optimal language learning in every classroom.Date(s): May 31 | June 1 Time(s): 12:30 PM | 8:00 AM Register Here
Back to Table of ContentsEarly Learning Benchmark Decodables TrainingType: Virtual and In-PersonAudience: Elementary Teachers | K-2Description: According to Wiley Blevins, decodable texts are the critical application tool with which students apply the phonics skills they are learning. In this session, participants will learn to use decodable texts to provide students authentic practice with phonics skills and sight words. This session is intended for teachers who received Benchmark Education Decodable books in the Spring.Date(s): May 30 | May 31 June 1 | June 2Time(s): 2:30 PM | 8:00 AM 12:30 PM | 8:00 AMRegister HereCreating Accessible Learning Experiences with SeesawType: Virtual Audience: Elementary Teachers | PreK-2Description: This session is designed for ALL PreK-2 teachers who support students with diverse needs, including English Language Learners and students with IEPs and 504s. In this session, you will: create accessible instructions with multimodal tools, add multimodal scaffolds to support all learners, and provide choices to engage and support all learners.Date(s): May 30 | May 31 Time(s): 12:30 PM | 8:00 AM Register Here33 CANCELED
Back to Table of ContentsEarly Learning cont.Getting Started with Apple TeacherType: In-PersonAudience: Elementary Teachers | PreK-2Description: Want to make the most out of your iPad? Learn about all the free resources and training Apple offers to educators year round! Find out how to receive an Apple Teacher recognition and access templates, tutorials, and more to design interactive activities for your students with iPad.Date(s): June 1 Time(s): 10:00 AM Register HereGetting Started with Raz Plus Type: In-PersonAudience: Elementary Teachers | K-2Description: Raz-Plus makes blended learning possible with thousands of differentiated reading resources that enable you to strengthen the connection between what is taught and what students practice on their own. In this session, we provide an overview of how Raz-Plus supports teacher-led instruction, independent reading practice, formative assessment, and data-driven reporting to inform instruction and improve students' reading skills. This session is for new teacher users.Date(s): June 2 Time(s): 12:30 PM Register HereGuiding Early Literacy with Raz-Plus Type: In-PersonAudience: Elementary Teachers | K-2Description: Studies show a strong correlation between third-grade reading proficiency and future academic success. That is why it is so critical to provide students with quality PreK-2 literacy instruction that engages their curiosity and gets them excited about reading. In this session, learn how to use Raz-Plus to move your emergent readers toward reading proficiency.Date(s): June 1 Time(s): 8:00 AM Register Here34
Back to Table of ContentsEarly Learning cont.Language & Literacy with iPadType: In-PersonAudience: Elementary Teachers | PreK-2Description: Explore how speech and text features on iPad can reinforce language and literacy with young learners! Design activities on iPad that encourage students to utilize all four language domains (reading, writing, listening, speaking).Date(s): June 1 | June 2 Time(s): 12:30 PM | 10:00 AM Register HereMaximizing Hands-On Instruction with Social Studies WeeklyType: Virtual and In-PersonAudience: Elementary Teachers | K-2Description: This session will look at different ways that the Social Studies Weekly print publications can be utilized in an engaging manner inside the classroom. Participants can expect to complete the session with numerous, engagement-driven ideas that can be implemented immediately into social studies classroom instruction.Date(s): May 31 | June 2 Time(s): 10:00 AM Register HerePartnering Raz Plus and NWEA to Support MAPType: Virtual Audience: Elementary Teachers | K-5Description: This session identifies Raz-Plus resources that support skills addressed in curricula and assessments, including NWEA, MAP, and core reading series. Understand NWEA correlations and how they indicate resources to use for targeted instruction based on students’ RIT scores.Date(s): May 30 Time(s): 10:00 AM Register HerePowerful Engagement Strategies with SeesawType: Virtual Audience: Elementary Teachers | PreK-2Description: This session is designed teachers ready to learn how to maximize student engagement with the following strategies in Seesaw: Discover Information, Active Learning, Foster Exploration, and Reshape Thinking.Date(s): May 30 | May 31 Time(s): 2:30 PM | 10:00 AM Register Here
Back to Table of ContentsEarly Learning cont.PreK Centers "Scream The Theme!"Type: In-PersonAudience: Elementary Teachers | PreK 3&4Description: In this session, we will discuss how you can "Scream the Theme" in your classroom! Come prepared to work in teams and participate in challenges to bring your best center ideas to life.Date(s): June 1 | June 2 Time(s): 2:30 PM | 8:00 AM Register HereStorytelling with iPadType: In-PersonAudience: Elementary Teachers | PreK-2Description: Discover how multimodal features on iPad can spark creativity and personalize learning through interactive storytelling! Design your own book and learn how to have your emergent readers and writers become published authors!Date(s): June 2 Time(s): 12:30 PM Register HereStrategically Planning with Social Studies WeeklyType: Virtual and In-PersonAudience: Elementary Teachers | K-2Description: This session will look at the possibilities for planning Social Studies instruction within any time frame. Participants will receive a customized planning template and can expect to complete the session feeling more confident and comfortable when planning for social studies instruction.Date(s): May 30 | June 1 Time(s): 12:30 PM | 2:30 PM Register HereSupporting ALL Students Using Raz Plus Type: Virtual Audience: Elementary Teachers | K-5Description: This session provides educators a deep dive into using the research-based resources that are included in Raz-Plus. Explore the resources and strategies you need to support the variety of student needs and encourage their curiosity about vocabulary, reading, and writing.Date(s): May 31 Time(s): 12:30 PM Register Here
Back to Table of ContentsEarly Learning cont.The Kids A-Z Student ExperienceType: In-PersonAudience: Elementary Teachers | K-2Description: Kids A-Z features a digital library of resources for students to read for fun and practice. It is easy for students to quickly find relevant, high-interest content that excites them! Raz Kids also features a variety of customizable settings that enable teachers to tailor their students’ learning to be more personalized and meaningful.Date(s): June 2 Time(s): 2:30 PM Register HereUsing Raz Plus to Support Differentiated InstructionType: In-PersonAudience: Elementary Teachers | K-2Description: Are you planning for differentiated instruction or striving to provide integrated lessons? Are you searching for ways to address the needs of all your learners? In this session, learn how Raz Plus can be used to support your students and provide collaboration with classroom teachers.Date(s): June 1 Time(s): 10:00 AM Register Here
Back to Table of ContentsTeacher Excellence InitiativeDomain 1 Deep DiveType: Virtual Audience: All Teachers | PreK-12Description: This session will provide a deep dive into Domain 1 (Planning) of the Teacher Performance Rubric.Date(s): May 31 Time(s): 12:30 PM Register HereDomain 2 Deep DiveType: Virtual Audience: All Teachers | PreK-12Description: This session will provide a deep dive into Domain 2 (Instruction) of the Teacher Performance Rubric.Date(s): May 30 Time(s): 8:00 AM Register HereDomain 3 Deep DiveType: Virtual Audience: All Teachers | PreK-12Description: This session will provide a deep dive into Domain 3 (Classroom Environment) of the Teacher Performance Rubric.Date(s): May 31 Time(s): 10:00 AM Register Here38
Back to Table of ContentsTeacher Excellence Initiative cont.DTR as a Growth ToolType: Virtual Audience: All Teachers | PreK-12Description: This session will focus on the Distinguished Teacher Review Rubric and will answer how teachers can use the DTR Rubric to plan for a future DTR Experience, use the problem-solving cycle to develop experiences and/or enhance individual goals, become agents for change using experiences that are appropriate for DTR purposes, and plan for the DTR Application Process.Date(s): May 30 Time(s): 10:00 AM Register HereDTR Informational SessionType: Virtual Audience: All Teachers | PreK-12Description: This session will provide an in-depth review of the DTR Process, and a brief review of the 2022-23 DTR Rubric. Recommended for first-time applicants or novice teachers.Date(s): May 31 Time(s): 10:00 AM Register HereStudent SurveyType: Virtual Audience: All Teachers | 3-12Description: This session will further explain the Student Experience Survey and how to utilize the results to improve student perception and increase favorable responses.Date(s): May 30 Time(s): 10:00 AM Register HereDomain 4 Deep DiveType: Virtual Audience: All Teachers | PreK-12Description: This session will provide a deep dive into Domain 4 (Professional Attributes) of the Teacher Performance Rubric.Date(s): May 30 Time(s): 12:30 PM Register Here
Back to Table of ContentsTeacher Excellence Initiative cont.Systems Knowledge, Part 2Type: Virtual Audience: All Teachers | PreK-12Description: Systems Knowledge Part 2 will explain the Student Learning Objective (SLO), Professional Development Plan (PDP), Distinguished Teacher Review (DTR), Compensation, Rebuttal/Grievance/Second Appraisal processes, system rules, and the teacher evaluation timeline.Date(s): May 31 Time(s): 10:00 AM Register HereTPR Domain 2 Deep DiveType: Virtual Audience: All Teachers | PreK-12Description: Participants will develop in-depth knowledge of the Teacher Performance Rubrics Indicator 2.4 (Cognitive Demand) and Indicator 2.5 (Practice/Application).Date(s): May 31 Time(s): 10:00 AM Register HereSystems Knowledge, Part 1Type: Virtual Audience: All Teachers | PreK-12Description: Systems Knowledge Part 1 will explain how the Teacher Excellence Initiative evaluates teacher excellence through three lenses: student performance, student achievement, and student experience surveys.Date(s): May 31 Time(s): 8:00 AM Register Here
Back to Table of ContentsLibrary Media ServicesBring KERA into your library/classroom!Type: In-PersonAudience: All | 6-12Description: Join us for a tour at KERA! Participants will reflect on how it supports our community and will explore KERA resources that promote literacy, problem solving, and social skills for our students.*Note: Meet at KERA StudioDate(s): June 1 Time(s): 8:00 AM Register HereLibrary SOCIAL!Type: In-PersonAudience: Librarians | K-12Description: What's the Tea? Come to the Sippin' Social to reflect on how a virtual Professional Learning Network can provide you with ideas and tools to support your learning & enhance your library program.Date(s): June 2 Time(s): 12:30 PM Register HereAdobe Express Refresh: Creating and Building Digital PortfoliosType: Virtual Audience: Secondary Librarians and Teachers | 6-12Description: Users will get a refresh of Adobe Express and how to create graphics and videos, building portfolios/web pages, newsletters, portfolios of student work, projects and more.Date(s): May 30 Time(s): 10:00 AM Register Here41
Back to Table of ContentsLibrary Media Services cont.Low-2-No Tech Library ZonesType: In-PersonAudience: Librarians | K-12Description: In this session participants will explore creative opportunities for students to engage in the library.Date(s): June 2 Time(s): 8:00 AM Register HereMarket Your Library using InfographicsType: In-PersonAudience: Librarians | K-12Description: In this session, we will revisit the use of infographics to present your library data.Date(s): June 2 Time(s):10:00 AM Register Here
Back to Table of ContentsReading Language Arts Kids A-Z Student ExperienceType: In-PersonAudience: Elementary Teachers | 3-5Description: Kids A-Z features a digital library of resources for students to read for fun and practice. It is easy for students to quickly find relevant, high-interest content that excites them! Raz Kids also features a variety of customizable settings that enable teachers to tailor their students’ learning to be more personalized and meaningful.Date(s): June 2 Time(s): 10:00 AM Register HereGetting Started with Raz Plus ELLType: In-PersonAudience: Elementary Teachers | 3-5Description: In this session, we provide an overview of how Raz-Plus supports teacher-led instruction, independent reading practice, formative assessment, and data-driven reporting to inform instruction and improve students' reading skills. This session is for brand new teacher users.Date(s): June 2 Time(s): 8:00 AM Register HerePartnering Raz Plus and NWEA – Correlations and Resources to Support MAPType: Virtual Audience: Elementary Teachers | 3-5Description: This session identifies Raz-Plus resources that support skills addressed in curricula and assessments, including NWEA, MAP, and core reading series.Date(s): May 30 Time(s): 10:00 AM Register Here
Back to Table of ContentsReading Language Arts cont.Reaching the Intermediate Learner with Raz-Plus ELLType: In-PersonAudience: Elementary Teachers | 3-5Description: In addition to an extensive collection of leveled books, Raz-Plus provide a wide variety of resources designed to promote higher-level thinking and help older students build 21st-century skills. This session will introduce you to several resources that are ideal for use with students in the intermediate grades.Date(s): June 1 Time(s): 2:30 PM Register HereSupporting ALL Students Using Raz Plus ELL EditionType: Virtual Audience: Elementary Teachers | 3-5Description: This session provides educators a deep dive into using the research-based resources that are included in Raz-Plus ELL Edition. Explore the resources and strategies you need to reduce ELL students' anxiety about learning and encourage their curiosity about vocabulary, reading, and writing.Date(s): May 31 Time(s): 12:30 PM Register HereUsing Raz Plus ELL to Support Differentiated InstructionType: In-PersonAudience: Elementary Teachers | 3-5Description: Are you planning for differentiated instruction or striving to provide integrated lessons? Are you searching for ways to address the needs of all your learners? In this session, learn how Raz Plus can be used to support your students and provide collaboration with classroom teachersDate(s): June 1 Time(s): 12:30 PM Register Here
Back to Table of ContentsSocial StudiesBuilding Confidence and Strategies with Primary Source Analysis! Part TwoType: Virtual and In-PersonAudience: Social Studies Teachers | 3-12Description: We will build upon the skills developed in Part One, turning the attention to more traditional forms of historical documents. In this session, teachers will be shown a variety of strategies to understand political cartoons, scaffold difficult required texts, and pull excerpt from lengthy documents. This course will focus on using documents from the Civil War, and teachers will come away from this session understanding that primary sources can be a valuable tool for clarity, understanding, and confident lesson internalization.Date(s): May 30 | May 31 June 1 | June 2Time(s): 10:00 AM | 2:30 PM Register HereFun with Primary Sources? Yes! Part OneType: Virtual and In-PersonAudience: Social Studies Teachers | 3-12Description: We will examine ways to introduce students at every reading level to primary sources. Rather than starting with dense texts, this course explains how the use of everyday connections develop the critical thinking skills needed for primary source analysis. Participants will create a collection of common items that will support student understanding of historical context, purpose, and the point of view, all in a way that is fun, exciting, and very effective. Through this analysis process, participants will build confidence in their own primary source analysis skills, and be capable of transferring that confidence onto their students.Date(s): May 30 | May 31 June 1 | June 2Time(s): 8:00 AM | 12:30 PM Register Here
Back to Table of ContentsWorld LanguagesAdapting Lessons to Fit Your NeedsType: In-PersonAudience: World Language Teachers | 6-12Description: In this session, World Language teachers will explore how to modify and deliver lessons that are personalized to their students’ levels, ages, and learning pace.Date(s): June 1 Time(s): 2:30 PM Register HereCreating Aligned and Achievable Learning Goals and Success CriteriaType: VirtualAudience: World Language Teachers | FLES and 6-12Description: In this session, World Language teachers will learn how to build Learning Goals and Success Criteria that align with the TEKS and DISD World Language Department’s curriculum. Teachers will learn how Learning Goals and Success Criteria will foster student agency in the language classroom.Date(s): May 31 Time(s): 10:00 AM Register HereHow is Disciplinary Literacy Applied in the LOTE Classroom?Type: VirtualAudience: World Language Teachers | FLES and 6-12Description: In this session, World Language teachers will learn about what disciplinary literacy is and how it is applicable in the LOTE classroom. Teachers will also learn what tiered teaching is and the strategies that will enhance students’ language learning.Date(s): May 31 Time(s): 12:30 PM Register HereHow to Immerse Students in the Culture and Setting of the Target LanguageType: VirtualAudience: World Language Teachers | FLES and 6-12Description: In this session, World Language teachers will learn the importance of using scenarios in the language classroom and how to build scenarios that are applicable. This session will also explore the proficiency levels to show how the scenarios can be built around the appropriate levels.Date(s): May 31 Time(s): 2:30 PM Register Here
Back to Table of ContentsWorld Languages cont.Moving from Instructors to FacilitatorsType: In-PersonAudience: World Language Teachers | FLES and 6-12Description: In this session, World Language teachers will explore best practices to increase student engagement. This session will cover Philip Schlechty’s Five Levels of Engagement and Robert Marzano's Engagement Strategies, which will help teachers gain a greater understanding of how to impact learning through engagement.Date(s): June 1 Time(s): 10:00 AM Register HereNo Time? No Problem! Simple, Quick, Low Prep Ideas to Animate Your ClassroomType: In-PersonAudience: World Language Teachers | 6-12Description: Do you struggle to implement new activities in your classroom because of the time requirements to prepare them? In this session, World Language teachers will learn activities that are immediately implementable in the classroom with little to no preparation time required.Date(s): June 1 Time(s): 12:30 PM Register HereProven Research to Improve Students’ Scores in the LOTE ClassroomType: VirtualAudience: World Language Teachers | FLES and 6-12Description: Are your students not learning as quickly or as much as you had hoped? Are your ACP and/or Final Exam scores and grades not reflective of what you think you’re teaching? This session will address those issues and more, through research based information and theories.Date(s): May 31 Time(s): 8:00 AM Register Here
Back to Table of ContentsWorld Languages cont.Vo•cab•u•lar•y—A Foundational Pillar of Language AcquisitionType: In-PersonAudience: World Language Teachers | FLES and 6-12Description: In this session, World Language teachers will explore the importance of vocabulary in language acquisition and how it contributes to a learner's comprehension and proficiency of the target language. This session will also share teaching strategies that can be adapted in various language classrooms through interactive practices.Date(s): June 1 Time(s): 8:00AM Register HereIn this session, elementary teachers in schools that offer World Language programs will learn how to integrate the language instruction with their content lessons using Little Sponges. NOTE: This session is by invitation only. Please check your email for invitation.
Back to Table of Contents49MTSSImpact Reading Success with MAP DataType: Virtual and In-PersonAudience: Elementary Teachers | K-2Description: Participants will learn how to access, interpret, and apply rich data from your MAP® Growth™ Reading reports and MAP® Reading Fluency™ results. Plan how to use data to inform instruction, students, and families.Date(s): May 31| June 1 Time(s): 8:00 AM | 10:00 AM | 12:30 PM | 2:30 PM Register Here
Back to Table of ContentsAdvanced Academic Services Focused Note-taking with a TwistType: Virtual Audience: AVID Teachers | K-12Description: This module will train AVID participants in the principles and practices of focused note-taking. Participants will understand what focused note taking is and what it is not. AVID participants will gain practical tools and resources to bring back to their classrooms in order to demonstrate focused note-taking with students.Date(s): May 31 Time(s): 10:00 AM | 12:30 PM Register HereLab It Up: Biology Mini LabType: In-PersonAudience: AP and Honors Teachers | 9-12Description: This hands-on laboratory session is designed to engage teachers in a mini-experiment designed to help students develop skills in observation, data collection, and analysis that are essential for biology coursework.Date(s): June 1 Time(s): 8:00 AM | 12:30 PM Register HerePutting "Exceptional" into Twice Exceptional Type: VirtualAudience: ALL Teachers | K-12Description: This session offers proven, practical easy-to-use teaching methods, strategies, and tips to improve learning outcomes for students with multiple exceptionalities. The training will provide targeted resources for identifying and helping 2e students of all ages achieve consistent forward progress in their learning and become productive, independent learnersDate(s): May 31 Time(s): 10:00 AM | 12:30 PM Register Here50
Back to Table of ContentsAdvanced Academic Services cont.Socratic SeminarType: In-PersonAudience: AVID Teachers | K-12Description: This module will train participants in the principles and practices of Socratic Seminar. Participants will understand what a Socratic Seminar is and what it is not. Participants will gain practical tools and resources to bring back to their classrooms in order to conduct Socratic Seminars with students.Date(s): June 1 Time(s): 8:00 AM | 12:30 PM Register HereStrategies for Engaging Gifted LearnersType: In-PersonAudience: ALL Teachers | K-12Description: This workshop highlights best practices for teaching gifted students. Participants will learn how to use research and problem-based learning effectively to extend lessons for advanced learners in the classroom. 21st century technology skills will be shared.Date(s): June 1 Time(s): 10:00 AM | 12:30 PM Register HereWriting Across the CurriculumType: In-PersonAudience: AP and Honors Teachers | 9-12Description: To think critically, be prepared for the world ahead, and achieve college success, today’s students need regular writing practice. Join this session for strategies to make writing across the curriculum a reality.Date(s): June 1 Time(s): 10:00 AM | 2:30 PM Register Here
Back to Table of ContentsCareer and Technical EducationAdvisory Boards: Making an ImpactType: In-PersonAudience: High School Teachers | 9-12Description: Designed for advisory board chairs, administrators and academy leaders, participants will learn new strategies, share ideas and identify steps and actions that will improve outcomes for students. Experience the Power of the Network and grow strong, impactful advisory boards!Date(s): June 2 Time(s): 10:00 AM Register HereAll Things DECA 101Type: In-PersonAudience: High School Teachers | 9-12Description: Chapter advisor training on best practices to start, support, and encourage student development for building and branding a successful college career readiness leadership program.Date(s): June 1 Time(s): 10:00 AM Register HereBuilding a Successful DECA Store 101Type: In-PersonAudience: High School Teachers | 9-12Description: Store trainers will learn how to run and manage a successful school based enterprise for teaching students retail managementDate(s): June 1 Time(s): 8:00 AM Register Here52Close LOOK at Innovative Forensic LawType: In-PersonAudience: High School Teachers | 9-12Description: Preview the current trends in Law Enforcement, Legal, and Government procedures or policies, using forensic science and innovative technology devices to help solve crimes.Date(s): June 1 Time(s): 10:00 AM Register Here
Back to Table of ContentsCareer and Technical Education cont.Meet & Greet your Industry Partner CoordinatorType: Virtual and In-PersonAudience: High School Teachers | 9-12Description: CTE teachers get to spend time learning about how Industry Partner Coordinators support their program. Date(s): May 30 | June 2 Time(s): 10:00 AM | 12:30 PMRegister HereMicrosoft Outlook – How to Decrease the Noise and Get Organized!Type: Virtual Audience: High School Teachers | 9-12Description: Teachers will learn how to integrate Outlook into their daily activities and see how much easier it is to keep up with tasks, commitments, WBL opportunities and resources.Date(s): May 31Time(s): 8:00 AM | 2:30 PMRegister HerePathway to Professional Careers in EsportsType: In-PersonAudience: High School Teachers | 6-12Description: Esports has grown into a viable industry for many. This session will discuss the available career options as well as the pathway to obtain the available opportunities within the industries of gaming and esports, through the lens of CTE Programs of Study.Date(s): June 1 Time(s): 10:00 AM Register Here CANCELED
Back to Table of ContentsProfessional LearningCritical Thinking: Driving Deep Learning with Socratic SeminarsType: Virtual and In-PersonAudience: Secondary Teachers | 6-12Description: Socratic questioning allows teachers to increase disciplined and thoughtful dialogue, enhance critical thinking, heighten student engagement, and inspire students to become lifelong learners. In this session, participants will learn how to maximize the impact of classroom discussions and achieve deep learning while engaging in a Socratic seminar workshop. Date(s): May 31 | June 2 Time(s): 10:00 AM | 2:30 PM Register HereCulturally Responsive Teaching & The Brain: Climbing Out of the GapType: Virtual and In-PersonAudience: All Teachers | K-12Description: Participants will engage in learning centered around the book Culturally Responsive Teaching & The Brain by Zaretta Hammond. In this session, participants will focus on how to become a culturally responsive educator. Participants will explore tools and strategies to create a social, emotional, and cognitive environment that engages students through ownership of their learning.Date(s): May 31| June 1 Time(s): 10:00 AM | 12:30 PM Register Here54Using Vocabulary to Enhance Your InstructionType: Virtual and In-PersonAudience: Elementary Teachers | K-5 Description: This course will provide meaningful strategies by increasing student exposure to vocabulary, exploring context clues, and utilizing morphology to assist students in unlocking the meaning of new vocabulary words.Date(s): May 30 | June 1 Time(s): 8:00 AM | 12:30 PM Register Here
Back to Table of ContentsProfessional Learning cont.You Can Get With This or You Can Get With ThatType: In-PersonAudience: All Teachers | K-12Description: Join us in this interactive session to learn how to differentiate instruction in your classroom using This or That Choice Boards. Participants will develop a choice board for their content.Date(s): June 2 Time(s): 10:00 AM | 12:30 PM Register HereAssessment for LearningIntro to Teacher ClarityType: Virtual and In-PersonAudience: All Teachers | K-12Description: Participants will be introduced to an entry-level understandings of Teacher Clarity: Learning Objectives and Success Criteria. Participants will learn the what and how behind developing strong LO's and SC aligned to rigorous tasks & activities.Date(s): May 30 | June 1 Time(s): 8:00 AM Register HereIntro to Teacher FeedbackType: Virtual and In-PersonAudience: All Teachers | K-12Description: Participants will learn the entry-level strategies for providing feedback to students during class. Participants will learn about best-practices to engage with as they plan for lessons strategies to use during lessons to support learners at various levels of understanding.Date(s): May 30 | June 1 Time(s): 12:30 PM Register Here
Back to Table of ContentsDallas Assessment Navigator Creating Tech Enhanced (TE) / New STAAR Item TypesType: Virtual and In-PersonAudience: All Teachers | 2-12Description: Ever look at a multiple-choice question and think…this could be an awesome drag & drop? Create your own Technology Enhanced questions to take what you already know about creating DAN assessments to the next level. Item types for this session are Multipart, Inline Choice, Drag & Drop, and Text Entry. These are some of the most frequently used STAAR item types across the content areas.*Prerequisite: Working knowledge of creating Item Bank Assessment. This is NOT an introductory level session. Participants should bring their charged laptops.Date(s): May 31 June 1 | June 2Time(s): 12:30 PM Register HereDAN BasicsType: Virtual and In-PersonAudience: All Teachers | 2-12Description: Who is DAN? Take this opportunity to meet DAN or as he is formally known as, the Dallas Assessment Navigator. Used by Dallas ISD for student online assessment, the DAN platform makes assessments and results used for data analysis readily available to you. Get an overview of how this platform can save you time and energy in the classroom and in data analysis. We will cover the basics including, how to administer an already created test, how to view test results and student history, and how to ensure that your students receive online testing accommodations. Bonus, we will create an AKO assessment.* Participants should bring their charged laptops.Date(s): May 31 June 1 | June 2Time(s): 8:00 AM Register Here56
Back to Table of ContentsDallas Assessment Navigator cont.How to Create Assessments in DANType: Virtual and In-PersonAudience: All Teachers | 2-12Description: Ready to learn how to create DAN assessments? Gain the knowledge to create a Answer Key Only assessment using your own assessment. In addition, learn about the items available to you using district item banks so you can simply choose which items you want to populate your test. This session will focus on the basics of creating an AKO and item bank assessment including recommended settings.* Participants should bring their charged laptops.Date(s): May 31 June 1 | June 2Time(s): 10:00 AM Register HereReports Manager - OverviewType: In-PersonAudience: All Teachers | 2-12Description: Got Data? DAN does, Ten predefined reports ready for teachers to leverage to support their data analysis protocol. This session will focus on reports for classroom teachers e.g. standard analysis, item analysis, and feedback cards.* Participants should bring their charged laptops.Date(s): June 1 Time(s): 2:30 PM Register HereSupporting Students with DANType: d In-PersonAudience: All Teachers | 2-12Description: Master how to best use DAN to support instruction and learning. Learn how to leverage specific tools and features for the ultimate DAN experience. From the student portal, online toolbox, or test setting be in the KNOW to set your students up for success.* Participants should bring their charged laptops.Date(s): June 2 Time(s): 2:30 PM Register Here
Back to Table of ContentsDyslexiaAll About the Dyslexia HandbookType: Virtual and In-PersonAudience: All Teachers | PreK-12Description: During this session, participants will utilize the Dyslexia handbook to better identify and serve potential students with dyslexia.Date(s): May 30 | June 1 Time(s): 12:30 PM Register HereDyslexia Programming: General Education vs. Special EducationType: Virtual and In-PersonAudience: All Teachers | PreK-12Description: Come discover the difference between general education and special education dyslexia services.Date(s): May 31 | June 2 Time(s): 12:30 PM Register Here58Section 504 & Student Achievement: What's the Relationship?Type: Virtual and In-PersonAudience: All Teachers | PreK-12Description: Learn about the six key areas where your involvement can significantly impact student achievement.Date(s): May 31| June 2 Time(s): 10:00 AM | 12:30 PM Register HereSection 504
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Back to Table of ContentsSpecial Education23-24 ECSE: Crafting a Behaviorally Aligned ClassroomType: In-PersonAudience: Special Education Staff | ECSEDescription: In this session, participants will learn to evaluate and assess BIP information to increase compliance of expected student behavior in the Early Childhood Special Education Classroom using visual supports and teaching behavioral expectations and strategies.Date(s): June 1 Time(s): 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM Register Here23-24 ECSE: Supporting Emergent Bilingual Students in the Early Childhood Special Education Collaborative ProgramType: In-PersonAudience: Special Education Staff | ECSEDescription: In this session, participants will be familiarize themselves with the Dual Language 2.0 essential components and how to utilize the 4+1 language domain icons as a tool to take student’s ownership of their learning. Participants will also learn about classroom structure and the recommended usage of the 6 co-teaching practices throughout the day to support the diverse learners’ needs in the ECSE collaborative classrooms. Date(s): June 2 Time(s): 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM Register HereCP3 - Preparation, PLAAFP and Progress MonitoringType: Virtual and In-PersonAudience: Special Education Staff | PreK-12 Description: In this course, participants will revisit the most important components of developing effective IEPS for students with disabilities. Participants will have a better understanding of the preparation needed to gather meaningful data to develop PLAAFP statements and write measurable annual goals and objectives for effective progress monitoring.Date(s): May 30 | May 31 June 1 | June 2 Time(s): 10:00 AM | 12:30 PMRegister Here
Back to Table of ContentsSpecial Education cont.Districtwide Services Program OverviewType: VirtualAudience: Special/General Staff | EC-12Description: This session will give an overview of Districtwide Services Programs: Adapted PE, Assistive Technology, Deaf/Hard of Hearing, Music Therapy, OT/PT, Speech, Vision/O&M.Date(s): May 30 Time(s): 10:00 AM Register HereLosing the Rules with Really Great ReadingType: In-PersonAudience: Inclusion & Resource | EC-12Description: This session will be provided by Really Great Reading. Participants will experience Really Great Reading Concepts that can be taken back to the classroom and implemented with students struggling to read.Date(s): June 2 Time(s): 8:00 AM | 10:00 AM | 12:30 PM | 2:30 PM Register HereDesigning Instruction with Goalbook ToolkitType: In-PersonAudience: Special Education Staff | PreK-12 Description: In this interactive training, session participants will learn how to use their Goalbook Toolkit account to identify a student’s present level of performance and use that data to develop scaffolded learning goals that are measurable and specific.Date(s): June 1 Time(s): 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM Register HereSign Language BasicsType: In-PersonAudience: Special Education Staff | PreK-12Description: During this interactive session, participants will learn basic conversational and classroom signs.Date(s): June 1 Time(s): 12:30 PM Register Here
Back to Table of ContentsSpecial Education cont.Special Olympics Sports Training for Bowling, Basketball, TrackType: In-PersonAudience: All Teachers | 3-12Description: Are you interested in becoming a Special Olympics Coach! This two part training includes a classroom and an activity session that will focus on the basic skills and strategies of the sport, fundamental skills development for the athletes, as well as competition and game understanding. The following paperwork needs to be completed and submitted along with the sport specific coaches training. Click on the link to access the needed information. Become a CoachDate(s): June 2 Time(s): 10:00 AM Register HereThe NEED-to-Know When You Have a Student with hEARing Loss in Your ClassroomType: In-PersonAudience: Special Education Staff | PreK-12Description: During this session, participants will gain an understanding of basic information on hearing differences, types of hearing technology, accommodations, and strategies so that students who are deaf or hard of hearing have equitable access to the classroom environment.Date(s): June 1 Time(s): 10:00 AM Register HereUniversal Design for Learning with Goalbook ToolkitType: In-PersonAudience: Special Education Staff | PreK-12Description: In this interactive training, participants will use the UDL framework to identify strengths and potential barriers for students in accessing rigorous instructional learning goals.Date(s): June 1 Time(s): 12:30 PM - 4:00 PM Register Here
Back to Table of ContentsSpecial Education cont.Using Visuals to Support Students Who are Deaf or Hard of HearingType: VirtualAudience: Special Education Staff | PreK-5Description: Participants will learn how visuals can transform their classroom to support Deaf/Hard of Hearing learners in a general education setting as well as a self-contained classroom. If you are looking for a tool to help bridge the gap from learners that are dependent on adults to independent learners, visuals will help get students there. During this training you will hear research behind the use of visuals along with practical ways to implement them into the classroom setting.Date(s): May 30 Time(s): 10:00 AM Register Here CANCELED
Back to Table of ContentsMathematics Build Conceptual Understanding and Close Gaps with Math ManipulativesType: In-PersonAudience: Math Teachers | 3-5; 6-Algebra IDescription: Join us and learn how to build a strong foundation of mathematical concepts using math manipulatives. You will receive powerful information on how to use each fundamental and innovative manipulative that is key to effectively teaching math in grades 6–9. Don’t miss this opportunity to leave this session with a Learn to Teach Math with Manipulatives kit for your grade level along with the Activity Guide.Date(s): June 1Time(s): 10:00 AM | 2:30 PM (3-5) 8:00 AM | 12:30 PM (6-Algebra 1)Register Here64I-Ready Type: Virtual Audience: Secondary Math Teachers | 6-8Description: Getting Good Data with i-Ready is the integral first step for educators to begin implementing i-Ready and building a classroom data culture with their students. After taking the i-Ready Diagnostic themselves, educators learn how to administer the Diagnostic for reliable student data and why that unlocks the power of the Diagnostic to drive differentiated instruction. As time permits, participants may further explore engaging students in the initial Diagnostic through data chats or getting started with i-Ready Personalized Instruction and Teacher Toolbox.Date(s): May 30Time(s): 10:00 AM | 12:30 PMRegister Here
Back to Table of ContentsMathematics cont.Sirius EducationType: Virtual Audience: Elementary Math Teachers | 3-5Description: Learn how Sirius Education's Math STAAR online STAAR prep can be used as an intervention for summer school. This resource provides systematic and comprehensive coverage of Readiness and supportive TEKS. Each lesson provides step-by-step interactive examples, instruction in solving a STAAR test question, and ample STAAR practice with unique problem types. Date(s): May 30 Time(s): 8:00 AM | 10:00 AM | 12:30 PM | 2:30 PM Register HereIntegrating Tech-Enhanced Items into Our Daily LessonsType: Virtual Audience: Math Teachers | 3-5; 6- Algebra 1Description: Give your students more at bats with tech-enhanced items. Come, learn, and create tech-enhanced items aligned to STAAR 2.0. Explore ways to seamlessly embed more TEIs during your daily lessons. Let’s prepare our students for the future!Date(s): May 30Time(s): 10:00 AM | 12:30 PM (3-5) 10:00 AM (8-Algebra 1) 12:30 PM (6-7)Register HereUnifying TI-Nspire Practices with Tech-Enhanced Items Type: Virtual Audience: Secondary Math Teachers | 7 Honors-Algebra 1Description: Learn how to use the TI-Nspire calculator to ensure students are getting the exposure and practice they need with the new Tech-enhanced items. You will receive training on creating those new item types to implement into daily lessons.Date(s): May 30 Time(s): 2:30 PM Register Here CANCELED CANCELED
Back to Table of ContentsMathematics cont.Using Mini-Lessons for Effectively Implementing Small Groups Type: In-PersonAudience: Math Teachers | 3-5; 6-Algebra 1Description: Get the most from your math block! Learn how you can use small group instruction to personalize learning and ensure that all student needs are met. Leave with a Hands-On Standards Mini-Lessons resource book for your grade level! You will receive powerful hands-on mini-lessons that target key standards that are easy to implement into small groups! Date(s): June 1Time(s): 8:00 AM | 12:30 PM (3-5) 10:00 AM | 2:30 PM (6-Algebra 1)Register Here
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Back to Table of ContentsScience & WellnessCRP & Equity - Why Is This Important In ScienceType: Virtual and In-PersonAudience: Science Teachers | 3-12Description: In this session, participants will explore culturally responsive/relevant teaching and the ways it should manifest as rigorous learning in their classroom. This session will also address Equity and the important factors that creates an environment of fairness and respect in the science classroom.Date(s): May 30 | May 31 June 2 Time(s): 12:30 PM | 8:00 AM 8:00 AMRegister HereLaboratory Safety - Back to Science Boot CampType: In-PersonAudience: Science Teachers | 3-12Description: Time to get back to the basics of Science Lab Safety. We will be actively participating and discussing the requirements needed to create a safer environment in your science lab or classroom. Topics will cover prevention of lab accidents, demonstrations for students, PPE, Safety Equipment, storage/disposal of chemicals and hazardous material, and working together as a department to share this responsibility. All teachers attending will receive some basic safety supplies for their classroom.Date(s): June 1 Time(s): 8:00 AM (3-5) 10:00 AM (6-8) 12:30 PM (9-12)Register Here
Back to Table of ContentsScience & Wellness cont.Let Me Upgrade Your Science PedagogyType: In-PersonAudience: Science Teachers | 3-12Description: Participants will explore researched based strategies for engaging the brain and retaining information. Reviewing the research of these strategies will give validation for their classroom use. The researched based strategies that will be highlighted in this session promote the diversity of learners in every classroom and address multi-learning styles.Date(s): June 1 | June 2 Time(s): 2:30 PM | 10:00 AM Register Here
Back to Table of ContentsScience & Wellness cont.QuaverEd Health: Making Moves with Health EducationType: Virtual Audience: Elementary Science Teachers | K-5Description: In this session, participants will learn how to deliver a QuaverEd Health lesson, find TEKS-aligned health resources to support their current instruction, and more!Date(s): May 31 Time(s): 10:00 AM | 12:30 PM Register HerePASCO Equipment Training for Biology TeachersType: PersonAudience: Secondary Biology Teachers | 9-12Description: Are you looking for a way to increase student engagement through the 40% lab and field investigation time requirement for Biology? During this session, participants will get hands-on experience with PASCO scientific equipment.Date(s): June 1 Time(s): 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM (Biology) Register HerePASCO Equipment Training for Physics & Chemistry TeachersType: Virtual Audience: Secondary Physics & Chemistry Teachers | 9-12Description: Are you looking for a way to increase student engagement through the 40% lab and field investigation time requirement for Physics & Chemistry? During this session, participants will get hands-on experience with PASCO scientific equipment.Date(s): May 31 Time(s): 10:00 AM (Physics) 12:30 PM (Chemistry)Register HereRegister Here
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Back to Table of ContentsScience & Wellness cont.Savvas: 2024-2025 New Science TEKS UpdatesType: In-PersonAudience: Science Teachers | 3-12Description: Demystifying the NEW K-12 Science TEKS! The new K-12 Science TEKS are now approved and will be implemented beginning with the 2024-2025 school year. Get a jump-start on preparing your Science teachers and learn all about the new state requirements as well as the differences between the old and new TEKS.Date(s): June 1 Time(s): 8:00 AM (6-8) 10:00 AM (3-5) 12:30 PM (Life Science 9-12) 2:30 PM (Physical Science 9-12)Register Here
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