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Tuesday, July 21
 

8:30am CDT

Dominating the Number Line
Tuesday July 21, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
Rm. 1107 - Northwest High School
The number line is the ultimate field of play in mathematics, serving as the foundation for every winning drive from elementary to the pros. In this high-energy session, we’re breaking down the film on the beaded number line—a hands-on, visual model that gives your 3rd–5th grade "mathletes" the vision they need to find the gaps in abstract math.
Presenters
avatar for Nicole Young, M.Ed.

Nicole Young, M.Ed.

Instructional Math Coach, Northwest ISD
Tuesday July 21, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
Rm. 1107 - Northwest High School
  Instruction, Math

8:30am CDT

Off the Bench and Into the Game: Active Grammar Strategies
Tuesday July 21, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
Rm. 1105 - Northwest High School
In this session, participants will explore movement-based strategies for teaching grammar focuses to help students internalize key concepts. We'll also dive into fun, practical techniques for coaching students to apply their grammar skills when editing their own writing — leaving you with a playbook of ready-to-use ideas for your classroom.
Presenters
avatar for Melissa Garcia
avatar for Tonya Gurley
Tuesday July 21, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
Rm. 1105 - Northwest High School Northwest High School, 2301 Texan Drive, Justin, TX 76247
  Planning, ELA |   Instruction, ELA

8:30am CDT

Reflecting Print Knowledge Through Play (PreK)
Tuesday July 21, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
Rm. 801 - Northwest High School
The most meaningful way for students to learn is through meaningful and authentic conversations and experiences. Come learn the power of your words and conversation to grow your students and get them excited to write in authentic ways.
Presenters
avatar for Whitney Bass

Whitney Bass

Early Childhood & ELA Instructional Coach, Northwest ISD
Tuesday July 21, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
Rm. 801 - Northwest High School Northwest High School, 2301 Texan Drive, Justin, TX 76247
  Planning, PreK |   Instruction, PreK

8:30am CDT

SAVVAS Implementation Training for 3-5 Math
Tuesday July 21, 2026 8:30am - 11:45am CDT
Rm. 1206 - Northwest High School
Teachers will learn the key elements of the enVision+ topic and lesson structure, dive into print components and digital resources on Savvas Realize, and explore innovative ways to strengthen instruction and increase student engagement.
Presenters
avatar for Jaime Garcia

Jaime Garcia

Elementary Math Coordinator, Northwest ISD
Tuesday July 21, 2026 8:30am - 11:45am CDT
Rm. 1206 - Northwest High School 2301 Texan Dr, Justin, TX 76247, USA
  Planning, Math |   Instruction, Math

10:15am CDT

Boosting STAAR Success with Class Companion
Tuesday July 21, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
Rm. 1103 - Northwest High School
Discover how Class Companion can transform STAAR preparation in your 3rd–12th grade classrooms! In this hands-on session, teachers will explore how to use Class Companion’s AI-powered tools to provide targeted, TEKS-aligned practice that mirrors STAAR's question types. Learn how to easily create assignments from existing curriculum, generate rigorous open-ended and multiple-choice questions, and deliver instant, actionable feedback to support student growth.

Participants will leave with ready-to-use strategies for using Class Companion to:
✅ Differentiate practice based on student needs
✅ Track progress on specific TEKS and readiness standards
✅ Encourage critical thinking and test-taking stamina
✅ Save time while improving instructional impact
Presenters
avatar for Kayla Beaman
SB
Tuesday July 21, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
Rm. 1103 - Northwest High School Northwest High School, 2301 Texan Drive, Justin, TX 76247
  Instruction, ELA

10:15am CDT

Finding the Hidden Playmaker: Cuisenaire Rods That Score in Math
Tuesday July 21, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
Rm. 1212 - Northwest High School
Looking to add a new power play to your math playbook? Step into this interactive strategy session where we’ll take a closer look at an underused classroom MVP — Cuisenaire Rods. Through hands-on exploration and team huddles, you’ll learn how to put this tool into action to help students clearly show their mathematical thinking and build stronger understanding of relationships among numbers.
Presenters
avatar for Jillian Burkhart

Jillian Burkhart

Elementary Math Instructional Coach, Northwest ISD
Tuesday July 21, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
Rm. 1212 - Northwest High School 2301 Texan Dr, Justin, TX 76247, USA
  Instruction, Math

10:15am CDT

From Note-Takers to Thinkers: Strategies That Spark Active Learning
Tuesday July 21, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
Rm. 804 - Northwest High School
Shift students from passive note-takers to active thinkers with simple, high-impact routines. Learn how quick pre-class summaries boost readiness and how whiteboard teamwork drives discussion, problem-solving, and deeper understanding. Students move beyond memorizing to exploring, questioning, and applying—making learning stick in powerful ways
Presenters
KK
Tuesday July 21, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
Rm. 804 - Northwest High School Northwest High School, 2301 Texan Drive, Justin, TX 76247
  Instruction, All Contents

1:00pm CDT

The Starting Lineup: Tier 1 Strategies for Constructed Responses That Score
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Rm. 1217 - Northwest High School
Every championship team starts with a strong starting lineup — players who are prepared, coached, and ready to perform when it matters most. In this session, educators will discover how to put their best Tier 1 instructional strategies on the field by leveraging Lead4ward's Think Along structure to build confident, skilled writers in every classroom. The Think Along is more than a reading tool — it is a powerful coaching framework that walks students through the thinking process step by step, modeling how to read closely, gather evidence, and construct a response that scores. Participants will explore how to intentionally integrate the Think Along into daily Tier 1 instruction, guiding students from first read to finished written response with clarity and purpose. From understanding the prompt to organizing evidence to crafting a well-supported constructed response, educators will leave with a full starting lineup of ready-to-use moves, modeled lessons, and classroom strategies that ensure every student — not just the all-stars — is suited up and ready to compete. This is Tier 1 instruction at its finest — no substitutions needed.
Presenters
avatar for Kelli Palmer

Kelli Palmer

Elementary ELA Instructional Coach, Northwest ISD
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Rm. 1217 - Northwest High School 2301 Texan Dr, Justin, TX 76247, USA
  Instruction, ELA

1:00pm CDT

Patterns of Wonder (PK-K): Tips, Tricks, and Implementation
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Rm. 1207 - Northwest High School
Come to learn more about using Patterns of Wonder in your classroom. Are you looking for simple ways to integrate it daily? Are you looking for alternate books to use? This session will explore not only the basics of Patterns of Wonder, but also some tips and tricks to make it an easy resource to use in your classroom.
Presenters
avatar for Sarah Dugan
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Rm. 1207 - Northwest High School Northwest High School, 2301 Texan Drive, Justin, TX 76247
  Planning, ELA, PreK |   Instruction, ELA, PreK

1:00pm CDT

SAVVAS Implementation Training for K-2 Math
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 4:15pm CDT
Rm. 1206 - Northwest High School
Teachers will learn the key elements of the enVision+ topic and lesson structure, dive into print components and digital resources on Savvas Realize, and explore innovative ways to strengthen instruction and increase student engagement.

Presenters
avatar for Jaime Garcia

Jaime Garcia

Elementary Math Coordinator, Northwest ISD
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 4:15pm CDT
Rm. 1206 - Northwest High School 2301 Texan Dr, Justin, TX 76247, USA
  Planning, Math |   Instruction, Math

2:45pm CDT

Interactive Read Aloud: Where Every Student Gets Off the Bench
Tuesday July 21, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
Rm. 1205 - Northwest High School
Every great sports broadcast starts with preparation — and so does a great read aloud. In this hands-on session, teachers will learn how to transform read aloud into an interactive, high-leverage instructional tool. Explore how to plan strategic stopping points, craft think alouds aligned to the TEKS, and design turn-and-talk opportunities that spark meaningful student discourse. You'll get prep time and leave with a read aloud game plan ready to run from day one.
Presenters
avatar for Melissa Garcia
avatar for Mitzie Buss
Tuesday July 21, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
Rm. 1205 - Northwest High School Northwest High School, 2301 Texan Drive, Justin, TX 76247
  Planning, ELA |   Instruction, ELA

2:45pm CDT

The Long Game: Strategies for Vertical Algebraic Growth
Tuesday July 21, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
Rm. 1203 - Northwest High School
Algebra is often taught as a series of isolated "tricks" and procedures, but it is actually a continuous story of relationships, patterns, and logic. In this session, we will zoom out and explore the vertical trajectory of algebraic thinking. Instead of focusing on "how to get the answer," we will investigate the conceptual shifts required to move students from basic inverse operations to the sophisticated world of advanced functions.
Presenters
avatar for Hannah Patredis

Hannah Patredis

Instructional Math Coach, Northwest ISD
avatar for Carla Dalton

Carla Dalton

NISD Secondary Math Instructional Coach
I'm entering my 23rd year in education.  I have taught all levels of secondary math through College Algebra.  One of my greatest passions in math education is helping students BELIEVE that they can do the math by fostering a mistake-friendly environment that prioritizes deep thinking... Read More →
Tuesday July 21, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
Rm. 1203 - Northwest High School Northwest High School, 2301 Texan Drive, Justin, TX 76247
  Planning, Math |   Instruction, Math
 
Wednesday, July 22
 

8:30am CDT

Small Groups in the Secondary Classroom
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
Rm. 1110 - Northwest High School
Teachers know that students learn best when group sizes are smaller! With class sizes increasing, small groups are a wonderful way to structure your classes and see increased engagement and comprehension! Come to this session to learn:
How to form your small groups
How to create a routine for small groups
Structuring small group mini-lessons
How to engage students NOT in a small group
Presenters
NV
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
Rm. 1110 - Northwest High School Northwest High School, 2301 Texan Drive, Justin, TX 76247
  Planning, ELA

8:30am CDT

USING YOUR NEW MATH RESOURCE: Game Day Math - Routines That Move the Chains in Problem Solving and Discourse
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
Rm. 1107 - Northwest High School
Get your classroom ready for game day math! This session will show educators how to use your new math resource to implement problem-solving and discourse routines that keep students actively engaged and thinking strategically. Explore hands-on approaches for fostering meaningful math conversations, building reasoning skills, and guiding students to work collaboratively through challenging tasks. You’ll leave with practical strategies to help every student advance down the field toward stronger conceptual understanding.
Presenters
avatar for Jennifer Black
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
Rm. 1107 - Northwest High School
  Planning, Math |   Instruction, Math

10:15am CDT

From Transcript to Podcast: Using NotebookLM for Audio Storytelling
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
Rm. 1207 - Northwest High School
Join us for a hands-on workshop where we will explore the practical applications of NotebookLM. NotebookLM is an AI-powered workspace that allows you and your students to interact with documents, notes, and research materials in a dynamic and intuitive way. It can:
Summarize complex texts: Quickly distill key information, freeing up valuable class time.

Generate personalized study guides: Create tailored learning resources for diverse student needs.
Facilitate deeper analysis: Encourage students to ask insightful questions and draw meaningful connections.
Streamline research projects: Empower students to gather, organize, and synthesize information efficiently.
Provide instant vocabulary and concept explanations: Students can get help with difficult topics instantly.
We will focus on the tool's ability to turn a typed-up interview into an AI generated podcast.
Presenters
avatar for Amber Bush

Amber Bush

Librarian, Byron Nelson HS - Northwest ISD
avatar for Trey Baez
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
Rm. 1207 - Northwest High School Northwest High School, 2301 Texan Drive, Justin, TX 76247
  Instruction, All Contents

10:15am CDT

Notice and Note: Fiction Signposts
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
Rm. 1203 - Northwest High School
Great readers, like great athletes, know what to watch for — and the Fiction Signposts from the Notice and Note series by Kylene Beers and Bob Probst give students exactly that edge when tackling literary texts. In this session, we'll break down each signpost and explore ready-to-use strategies for coaching students to read with intention and analyze an author's purpose like a pro.
Presenters
avatar for Melissa Garcia
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
Rm. 1203 - Northwest High School Northwest High School, 2301 Texan Drive, Justin, TX 76247
  Instruction, ELA |   Planning, ELA

10:15am CDT

Draft Day: Picking Your Lead4ward Power Plays
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
Rm. 1201 - Northwest High School
Get ready to enhance your teaching "game plan" with the Lead4ward Instructional Strategies Playlist. This session is designed to provide educators with a practical set of low-prep, high-yield maneuvers that turn everyday lessons into active learning experiences. We will explore how these easy-to-use strategies can be integrated into your existing curriculum to encourage deep student interaction and make thinking visible. By the end of this session, you’ll have a refreshed playbook of research-based strategies ready for kickoff in your own classroom. Let’s huddle up and prepare for a season of high student engagement!
Presenters
avatar for Hannah Patredis

Hannah Patredis

Instructional Math Coach, Northwest ISD
avatar for Lauren Smith

Lauren Smith

Secondary Social Studies Instructional Coach
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
Rm. 1201 - Northwest High School Northwest High School, 2301 Texan Drive, Justin, TX 76247
  Planning, All Contents

10:15am CDT

Engagement through Academic Discourse and Gradual Release K-12
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
Rm. 1109 - Northwest High School
Many of our students love nothing more than for teachers to do the heavy cognitive lifting and speaking on their behalf. But there is a solution for supporting students in a swift transition to independent critical thinking, speaking, and problem solving. This session will help teachers to plan and deliver instruction that addresses learned helplessness, diverse needs and divergent cognitive abilities. In this workshop series, Dr. Dickey – a nationally respected and highly sought-after expert in teaching and learning will deepen participants’ understanding of the cornerstone for driving student capacity and confidence.
Presenters
avatar for Donyall Dickey

Donyall Dickey

CEO and Lead Consultant, Educational Epiphany
Donyall D. Dickey, Ed.D. is a nationally recognized authority on curriculum, instruction, organizational
development, and district improvement. Unparalleled levels of student achievement and school improvement
distinguish Dr. Dickey's 20+ year career as an educational leader. Dr. D... Read More →
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
Rm. 1109 - Northwest High School Northwest High School, 2301 Texan Drive, Justin, TX 76247
  Planning, All Contents

10:15am CDT

Visual Playbook: Leveraging Visual Supports for EB Success
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
Rm. 1216 - Northwest High School
Step onto the field ready to strengthen your instructional game with purposeful visual supports that drive learning for Emergent Bilingual (EB) students. In this engaging session, participants will explore practical strategies for using visuals to clarify content and boost engagement. Learn how to avoid common instructional “fumbles” and create a visual game plan that helps students move the chains toward academic success.
Presenters
AW

Adam Wilson

Teacher, Northwest ISD

avatar for Jennifer Wilson

Jennifer Wilson

Elementary ESL Teacher Support Specialist, Northwest ISD
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
Rm. 1216 - Northwest High School Northwest High School, 2301 Texan Drive, Justin, TX 76247
  Planning, All Contents |   Learning Environment, All Contents

1:00pm CDT

Coaching Powerful Math Talk in the Elementary Classroom
Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Rm. 1107 - Northwest High School
Great teams communicate on and off the field—and strong math classrooms do the same! In this session, elementary educators will explore how to build a winning “math team” (class) through purposeful student discourse. Learn practical strategies to get every player in the game, including math talk play calls, team signals, and structured partner huddles. Walk away with ready-to-use tools that help you coach a classroom culture where every student takes the field, shares their thinking, and works together to score big in math learning.
Presenters
avatar for Jennifer Black
avatar for Marisa Wylie

Marisa Wylie

Elementary Math Instructional Coach
Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Rm. 1107 - Northwest High School
  Planning, Math |   Instruction, Math |   Learning Environment, Math

2:45pm CDT

Chalk Talk: Discourse that Delivers
Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
Rm. 804 - Northwest High School
Explore practical strategies to turn academic conversations into powerful learning. Make every discussion a championship move!
Presenters
avatar for Kristen Dixon

Kristen Dixon

Early Childhood and Literacy Instructional Coach, Northwest ISD
avatar for Tonya Gurley
Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
Rm. 804 - Northwest High School Northwest High School, 2301 Texan Drive, Justin, TX 76247
  Planning, ELA |   Instruction, ELA
 
Thursday, July 23
 

8:30am CDT

Huddle Up for Higher level Discussion: Philosophical Chairs in Action
Thursday July 23, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
Rm. 1202 - Northwest High School
Entice students into a meaningful and structured debate over a controversial topic, while teaching the skills of academic discussion and how to effectively support a position.
Presenters
avatar for Sara Erikson

Sara Erikson

Secondary Teacher Support Specialist, NISD Curriculum & Instruction
avatar for Lauren Smith

Lauren Smith

Secondary Social Studies Instructional Coach
avatar for Rebekah Hall
Thursday July 23, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
Rm. 1202 - Northwest High School 2301 Texan Dr, Justin, TX 76247, USA
  Instruction, ELA, Social Studies

8:30am CDT

BOOK STUDY DEBRIEF: Grades K-2: Teaching Mathematics in the Visible Learning Classroom
Thursday July 23, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
Rm. 1216 - Northwest High School
Huddle up for a dynamic book study debrief of Teaching Mathematics in the Visible Learning Classroom, where we break down the game film and examine the high-impact moves that drive student achievement. Just like a quarterback making split-second decisions at the line of scrimmage, teachers navigate hundreds of micro-decisions each minute—balancing learning intentions, tasks, and assessments to advance every player down the field. In this session, we’ll reflect on key takeaways from our study, share winning plays for surface, deep, and transfer learning, and discuss how to adjust the playbook to meet the needs of every learner. Walk away ready to call smarter plays, use evidence as your scoreboard, and lead your math team to championship-level growth. (Grades K-2 Session)
Presenters
avatar for Jaime Garcia

Jaime Garcia

Elementary Math Coordinator, Northwest ISD
Thursday July 23, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
Rm. 1216 - Northwest High School Northwest High School, 2301 Texan Drive, Justin, TX 76247
  Planning, Math |   Instruction, Math

8:30am CDT

USING YOUR NEW MATH RESOURCE: Speed to the Goal Line - Building Fluency
Thursday July 23, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
Rm. 1201 - Northwest High School
Score big in math fluency with your new resource! This session will explore how the tool’s built-in features and scaffolds naturally support students’ development of speed, accuracy, and confidence with key skills. You’ll see how fluency grows as students interact with the resource, receive feedback, and progress through increasingly challenging tasks. Walk away with a clear understanding of how to leverage the resource to help every student advance toward math mastery.
Presenters
avatar for Marisa Wylie

Marisa Wylie

Elementary Math Instructional Coach
avatar for Christina Matthews
Thursday July 23, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
Rm. 1201 - Northwest High School Northwest High School, 2301 Texan Drive, Justin, TX 76247
  Planning, Math |   Instruction, Math

8:30am CDT

Set the Stage: Teacher Moves and Student Skills for Success
Thursday July 23, 2026 8:30am - 11:45am CDT
Rm. 1104 - Northwest High School
Great learning experiences don't happen by accident—they're built lesson by lesson. Join Victor Sampson, creator of Argument-Driven Inquiry, as he unlocks the daily instructional moves that transform your classroom into a place where students show up equipped to argue, reason, and think critically—every single day.
Presenters
avatar for Courtney Toht

Courtney Toht

Secondary Science Instructional Coach
avatar for Vic Sampson

Vic Sampson

Co-founder and Chief Innovation Officer, Argument-Driven Inquiry
Dr. Victor Sampson is an Associate Professor of STEM Education at the University of Texas in Austin. He is also the co-founder and Chief Innovation Officer at Argument-Driven Inquiry. Dr. Sampson received his Ph.D. from Arizona State University in 2007 and is an expert in STEM education... Read More →
Thursday July 23, 2026 8:30am - 11:45am CDT
Rm. 1104 - Northwest High School Northwest High School, 2301 Texan Drive, Justin, TX 76247
  Instruction, All Contents

10:15am CDT

TI-84 Calculator strategies and activities for MS
Thursday July 23, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
Rm. 1101 - Northwest High School
Learn ways to make the TI-84 calculator a tool for exploration and learning.
Presenters
avatar for Melanye Griffin

Melanye Griffin

Secondary Math Coordinator, Northwest ISD
avatar for Pareesa Schulte

Pareesa Schulte

Education Technology Consultant, TI Education Technology Consultant
For more than 30 years, Texas Instruments has been an active member of classrooms around the world, empowering teachers and inspiring students to succeed in mathematics.
Through our award-winning products, engaging lessons, and top-notch professional development, TI is transformin... Read More →
Thursday July 23, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
Rm. 1101 - Northwest High School Northwest High School, 2301 Texan Drive, Justin, TX 76247
  Instruction, Math

10:15am CDT

Ambitious Science Teaching: Book Study Collaboration
Thursday July 23, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
Rm. 1116 - Northwest High School
We will meet as a culmination of the book study to discuss topics from the book.  You will be provided questions before the session to help guide the conversation.  
Presenters
avatar for Kelly Suarez

Kelly Suarez

Elementary Science Curriculum Coordinator, NORTHWEST ISD

avatar for Courtney Toht

Courtney Toht

Secondary Science Instructional Coach
Thursday July 23, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
Rm. 1116 - Northwest High School 2301 Texan Dr, Justin, TX 76247, USA
  Planning, Science

10:15am CDT

BOOK STUDY DEBRIEF: Grades 3-5: Teaching Mathematics in the Visible Learning Classroom
Thursday July 23, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
Rm. 1216 - Northwest High School
Huddle up for a dynamic book study debrief of Teaching Mathematics in the Visible Learning Classroom, where we break down the game film and examine the high-impact moves that drive student achievement. Just like a quarterback making split-second decisions at the line of scrimmage, teachers navigate hundreds of micro-decisions each minute—balancing learning intentions, tasks, and assessments to advance every player down the field. In this session, we’ll reflect on key takeaways from our study, share winning plays for surface, deep, and transfer learning, and discuss how to adjust the playbook to meet the needs of every learner. Walk away ready to call smarter plays, use evidence as your scoreboard, and lead your math team to championship-level growth. (Grades 3-5 Session)
Presenters
avatar for Jaime Garcia

Jaime Garcia

Elementary Math Coordinator, Northwest ISD
Thursday July 23, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
Rm. 1216 - Northwest High School Northwest High School, 2301 Texan Drive, Justin, TX 76247
  Planning, Math |   Instruction, Math

10:15am CDT

Book Study Debrief: The Unstoppable Writing Teacher - Championship Season: Building Unstoppable Writers from the Ground Up
Thursday July 23, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
Rm. 804 - Northwest High School
Join in for a power-packed debrief of The Unstoppable Writing Teacher, where we break down the high-impact strategies that turn every student into a writer worth watching. We'll swap winning plays, sharpen our coaching moves, and leave with a refined playbook built for our learners. Your scoreboard is waiting! Let's put some points on it.
Presenters
avatar for Kristen Dixon

Kristen Dixon

Early Childhood and Literacy Instructional Coach, Northwest ISD
avatar for Tonya Gurley
Thursday July 23, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
Rm. 804 - Northwest High School Northwest High School, 2301 Texan Drive, Justin, TX 76247
  Planning, ELA |   Instruction, ELA

10:15am CDT

Book Study Debrief: To Read Stuff You Have to Know Stuff
Thursday July 23, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
Rm. 1105 - Northwest High School
In this follow-up book study session, educators will come together to do what the best coaching staffs do after every game — review the footage, break down the key moments, and talk about what it all means going forward. Participants will dig into the big ideas and most critical takeaways from To Read Stuff You Have to Know Stuff, unpacking what the research really says about background knowledge and its powerful connection to reading comprehension. But this session goes beyond the book. Teachers will engage in rich collaborative conversation about what these findings mean for their daily instruction — how they select texts, build knowledge sequences, and create classroom environments where every student has the content knowledge they need to read deeply and think critically. This is not a recap — this is a game plan. Walk away with a renewed sense of purpose, practical instructional implications, and a clear vision for what it looks like to put knowledge-building at the center of your reading instruction. The film does not lie — and neither does the research.
Presenters
avatar for Kelli Palmer

Kelli Palmer

Elementary ELA Instructional Coach, Northwest ISD
Thursday July 23, 2026 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
Rm. 1105 - Northwest High School Northwest High School, 2301 Texan Drive, Justin, TX 76247
  Planning, ELA |   Instruction, ELA
 

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