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Lawrence Learning Summit 2026
Monday, July 20
 

9:00am EDT

Mario Palma Keynote
Monday July 20, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Auditorium

Speakers
MP
Monday July 20, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Auditorium
  Keynote

10:00am EDT

Collaboration Lab - Middle School
Monday July 20, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
C112
Content area teams continue the discussions started in February 2026 at Leadership Academy.
Monday July 20, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
C112
  Collaboration

10:00am EDT

2023 Lessons for Reveal (K-2)
Monday July 20, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
B113

Speakers
MH
Monday July 20, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
B113
  Session

10:00am EDT

Building a Proactive Learning Environment
Monday July 20, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Small Theater
In this session, participants will explore practical, commonsense strategies for creating a proactive learning environment that supports positive behavior, student engagement, and strong classroom culture. Grounded in ideas from Your Illustrated Guide to Classroom Management: A Commonsense Approach, this session will focus on how educators can establish clear expectations, build meaningful...
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Speakers
avatar for Dr. Carl Blythe
Monday July 20, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Small Theater
  Session, PreK–12 teachers, Instructional Coaches, School Leaders, Co-Teachers, Instructional Assistants

10:00am EDT

Challenging Assumptions, Raising Expectations, and Improving Achievement
Monday July 20, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
B120
How often do our assumptions shape the opportunities we provide for students with unique learning needs? This session invites educators to reflect on beliefs that may unintentionally limit student growth and to reframe expectations in ways that unlock potential.  Participants will explore practical strategies for creating inclusive, high-expectation learning environments that support all...
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Speakers
avatar for Troy Knoderer

Troy Knoderer

Chief Academic Officer, LECC or Other
Monday July 20, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
B120
  Session

10:00am EDT

Data…Dump It, Discuss It, and Act On It
Monday July 20, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
B114
In this session, we will discuss data collection, progress monitoring, and how the LaTISS process impacts all Tiers of Instruction.
Speakers
avatar for Gabrielle Ayres
avatar for Jennifer McNamara
HL
Monday July 20, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
B114
  Session

10:00am EDT

Deep Dive Into ALEXS
Monday July 20, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
B111

Speakers
MH
Monday July 20, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
B111
  Session

10:00am EDT

High Ability 101: Identification, Programming, and Supporting Advanced Learners
Monday July 20, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
B118
This introductory session is designed for educators who are new to working with students identified as high ability or who want a stronger foundation in meeting their needs. Participants will explore what high ability is—and what it is not—by addressing common misconceptions and examining key characteristics of advanced learners. The session will also provide an overview of the Lawrence...
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Speakers
EF
Monday July 20, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
B118
  Session, High Ability Teachers

10:00am EDT

Secondary Trauma and Burnout (REPEAT SESSION)
Monday July 20, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
B107
This engaging workshop equips staff with practical tools to recognize emotional exhaustion, compassion fatigue, and burnout while building resilience and sustainable self-care practices.·        Difference between burnout, compassion fatigue, and secondary trauma·        Warning signs and workplace impact·        Emotional regulation...
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Speakers
TP

Tracy Pruitt

TP Consulting, LLC

Monday July 20, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
B107
  Session

10:00am EDT

FACS Resource Adoption
Monday July 20, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
B104
The the adoption of new resources, this is a time for FACS Teachers to dig deeper into the new resource together.
Speakers
NC
Monday July 20, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
B104
  New Curricular Resource

10:00am EDT

Translanguaging Practices in the Classroom.
Monday July 20, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Senior Cafe
Participants will gain understanding of how and when to use predetermined linguistic “spaces” to foster language development while allowing students to access their full linguistic repertoire.
Speakers
MP
Monday July 20, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Senior Cafe
  Session

11:15am EDT

Become a Skyward Gradebook Pro
Monday July 20, 2026 11:15am - 12:00pm EDT
B105
This session will cover some of the basic features available to teachers in their Skyward gradebook. It will also explore adjusting display settings, cloning gradebooks, removing grades/no count/missing checkboxes, etc. We will also cover open/closed grading windows and grade change request process for teachers.
Speakers
SW
RF
Monday July 20, 2026 11:15am - 12:00pm EDT
B105
  Lunch & Learn

11:15am EDT

Huntington Tutors 2026-2027
Monday July 20, 2026 11:15am - 12:00pm EDT

Speakers
BM

Bob Mack

Owner, Huntington Learning Center Indianapolis
LK

Lisa Kay

Owner, Huntington Learning Center Indianapolis
Monday July 20, 2026 11:15am - 12:00pm EDT
  Lunch & Learn

11:15am EDT

Numeracy Screener K-2
Monday July 20, 2026 11:15am - 12:00pm EDT
B113
During this session, we will be reviewing the new state-required Numeracy Screener. 

Required for Math Specialists 
K-2 Teachers Optional
Speakers
avatar for Katrena Greer
HL
Monday July 20, 2026 11:15am - 12:00pm EDT
B113
  Lunch & Learn

11:15am EDT

Preparing for the Praxis 5205: What you Need to Know (Literacy Endorsement)
Monday July 20, 2026 11:15am - 12:00pm EDT
B103
Indiana legislation requires all certified teachers who support reading to add the Early Literacy Endorsement at the time of their license renewal that falls on or after July 1, 2027. This session will review the approved professional development offerings and vendors, information on the Praxis, and steps to add the endorsement on LVIS.
Speakers
avatar for Adrienne Sargent

Adrienne Sargent

Curriculum Coordinator, LECC or Other
Monday July 20, 2026 11:15am - 12:00pm EDT
B103
  Lunch & Learn

11:15am EDT

Hands on Equations for Pre-Algebra Curriculum
Monday July 20, 2026 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT

Monday July 20, 2026 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT

12:00pm EDT

Huntington Tutors 2026-2027
Monday July 20, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm EDT

Speakers
LK

Lisa Kay

Owner, Huntington Learning Center Indianapolis
BM

Bob Mack

Owner, Huntington Learning Center Indianapolis
Monday July 20, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm EDT
  Lunch & Learn

12:00pm EDT

New Indiana Diploma
Monday July 20, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm EDT
B102
Lunch and Learn about the New Indiana Diploma for the Class of 2029 and beyond. Focus on how we can continue to provide outstanding opportunities for our students and help ALL earn an Honors Seal.
Speakers
avatar for Jason Floyd
FB
CS

Chauntee Smith

Assistant Director
avatar for Tracey Means
Monday July 20, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm EDT
B102
  Lunch & Learn

12:00pm EDT

School.AI PD
Monday July 20, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm EDT
B107

Speakers
S
Monday July 20, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm EDT
B107
  Lunch & Learn

12:00pm EDT

Media Center Professional Development Work Session
Monday July 20, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
LC Media Center
Got questions? Bring them. This session offers practical support on the topics we encounter most in our media centers—collection development, weeding, databases, book repair, and circulation tools—while creating space for real-time problem-solving. Bring your questions, your challenges, or even that book with the torn spine, and leave with solutions you can use right away.
Speakers
MA

Meghan Alexis

Harrison Hill Elementary
BB
Monday July 20, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
LC Media Center
  Session, Media Staff

12:00pm EDT

CKLA Enhancing Planning for Teachers 3-5 (REPEAT SESSION)
Monday July 20, 2026 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
B122

Speakers
A
Monday July 20, 2026 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
B122
  New Curricular Resource

12:00pm EDT

CKLA Enhancing Planning for Teachers K-2 (REPEAT SESSION)
Monday July 20, 2026 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
B117

Speakers
A
Monday July 20, 2026 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
B117
  New Curricular Resource

1:00pm EDT

2023 Lessons for Reveal (3-5)
Monday July 20, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
B113

Speakers
MH
Monday July 20, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
B113
  Session

1:00pm EDT

2023 Lessons for Reveal (6)
Monday July 20, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
B111

Speakers
MH
Monday July 20, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
B111
  Session

1:00pm EDT

6th Grade Pre-Algebra Math Scope & Sequence
Monday July 20, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
B111
This session will provide 6th-grade teachers with an overview of the Advanced Pre-Algebra pacing guide, key instructional vocabulary, and problem-solving methods used throughout the year. Teachers will explore instructional resources, notes, and assessments, with time for demonstrations, discussion, and questions to support effective implementation.
Speakers
avatar for Kayci Troyer
Monday July 20, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
B111
  Session

1:00pm EDT

Co-Teaching: 4 Highly Effective Models
Monday July 20, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
B120

Speakers
AK

Alexa Knoderer

Special Education Administrator, MSD of Lawrence Township
Monday July 20, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
B120
  Session

1:00pm EDT

From More to Meaningful: Using Depth & Complexity to Differentiate Up
Monday July 20, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
B118
High-ability learners don’t need more work—they need deeper thinking. This session introduces elementary educators to Depth and Complexity icons as a practical tool for differentiating up and moving students toward higher levels of thinking. Participants will explore how to shift everyday tasks from basic understanding to analysis, evaluation, and creation by embedding simple, intentional...
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Speakers
EF
Monday July 20, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
B118
  Session, High Ability Teachers

1:00pm EDT

Playing with Numeracy
Monday July 20, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
B104
Come join us as we explore games that help students deepen their understanding of numeracy in grades K-2.
Speakers
avatar for Becky Chandler
avatar for Leah Beardslee
Monday July 20, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
B104
  Session, Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade

1:00pm EDT

Seesaw AI: Smarter Tools for Elementary Classrooms
Monday July 20, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
B102
Seesaw AI empowers elementary classrooms to tackle real challenges and boost student success. With AI-powered tools, teachers can create meaningful, engaging learning experiences tailored to every student. This session highlights how Seesaw AI can save time on assignments, assessments, and communication—so educators can focus more on teaching and supporting their students.
Speakers
S
Monday July 20, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
B102
  Virtual Session, Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, Third Grade, Fourth Grade

1:00pm EDT

Secondary Trauma and Burnout (REPEAT SESSION)
Monday July 20, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
B107
This engaging workshop equips staff with practical tools to recognize emotional exhaustion, compassion fatigue, and burnout while building resilience and sustainable self-care practices.·        Difference between burnout, compassion fatigue, and secondary trauma·        Warning signs and workplace impact·        Emotional regulation...
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Speakers
TP

Tracy Pruitt

TP Consulting, LLC

Monday July 20, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
B107
  Session

1:00pm EDT

Supporting MLs in Gen Ed. - Secondary
Monday July 20, 2026 1:00pm - 3:15pm EDT
Senior Cafe
This session focuses on high-impact strategies to effectively support multilingual learners in the general education classroom. Participants will explore practical approaches for creating comprehensible input and increasing meaningful output through structured opportunities for speaking and writing. The session highlights techniques such as scaffolding, modeling, visuals, and intentional student...
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Speakers
MP
Monday July 20, 2026 1:00pm - 3:15pm EDT
Senior Cafe
  Session

2:15pm EDT

Activating Engagement & Interest - LN After School Clubs
Monday July 20, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
B102
Teams for LN will lead an interactive session on how to get students involved in your school beyond Athletics and Performing Arts. Clubs and Student Activities are a great way to get connected in a school.
Monday July 20, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
B102
  Lunch & Learn

2:15pm EDT

Bridging the Gap: Supporting Math Grade- Skippers in High Ability Classrooms
Monday July 20, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
B118
This session focuses on instructional planning and support for students who grade skip in math, with a specific emphasis on newly identified 2nd grade high ability students transitioning into 3rd grade high ability classrooms while bypassing 3rd grade math content. Participants will explore the academic and conceptual gaps that can occur when students accelerate in mathematics and examine...
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Speakers
EF
Monday July 20, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
B118
  Session, High Ability Teachers

2:15pm EDT

Tools & Tricks for Implementing Accommodations in the General Education Classroom
Monday July 20, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
B120
This session will provide practical strategies for implementing student accommodations in the general education classroom. Participants will explore simple tools, instructional strategies, and organizational systems that make it easier to support diverse learners while maintaining strong classroom instruction.
Speakers
avatar for Meghan Ferens
Monday July 20, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
B120
  Session

4:00pm EDT

LTSF Staff Summit Social
Monday July 20, 2026 4:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Jockamo Upper Crust Pizza
Join us at Jockamo Upper Crust Pizza for the LTSF Staff Summit Social (9165 Otis Ave., Indianapolis, IN 46216).  Any MSDLT educator who is registered for the Lawrence Learning Summit is invited to attend the Staff Summit Social hosted by the Lawrence Township School Foundation.  Food will be provided, and drinks will be available for purchase. 
Speakers
avatar for Elyce Bonds
Monday July 20, 2026 4:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Jockamo Upper Crust Pizza 9165 Otis Ave. Indianapolis, IN 46216
  Reception
 
Tuesday, July 21
 

8:00am EDT

CKLA Writing for Teachers K-5 8:00 - 11:00 am (REPEAT SESSION)
Tuesday July 21, 2026 8:00am - 11:00am EDT
B117

Speakers
A
Tuesday July 21, 2026 8:00am - 11:00am EDT
B117
  New Curricular Resource

9:00am EDT

The Truth About Reading - Keynote
Tuesday July 21, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Auditorium
The Truth About Reading Official Trailer 

The remainder of the film will be available during the A & B Lunch and Learn Offerings 
Session A - 11:15 - 12:00 pm 
Session B - 12:00 - 12:45 pm 
Speakers
D
Tuesday July 21, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Auditorium
  Keynote

9:00am EDT

95 Percent Phonics Core - Fourth Grade
Tuesday July 21, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
B324

Speakers
9P
Tuesday July 21, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
B324
  New Curricular Resource

9:00am EDT

95 Percent Phonics Core - Kindergarten
Tuesday July 21, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
B124 / B126

Speakers
9P
Tuesday July 21, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
B124 / B126
  New Curricular Resource

9:00am EDT

95 Percent Phonics Core - Second Grade
Tuesday July 21, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
B224

Speakers
9P
Tuesday July 21, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
B224
  New Curricular Resource

9:00am EDT

Providing Actionable Feedback for Observers (REPEAT SESSION)
Tuesday July 21, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
TBA

Speakers
DE
IE
Tuesday July 21, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
TBA
  Session

9:00am EDT

Amplify - ELA Grade 6 Initial Training (REPEAT SESSION)
Tuesday July 21, 2026 9:00am - 3:15pm EDT
B112

Speakers
A
Tuesday July 21, 2026 9:00am - 3:15pm EDT
B112
  New Curricular Resource

10:00am EDT

Beyond the Books: Leveraging Library Resources for Student Success
Tuesday July 21, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
LC Media Center
Discover how your school library can be a powerful partner in teaching and learning. This session highlights the wide range of services, resources, and collaborative opportunities available through the library, along with practical ways to integrate them into your classroom to support literacy, inquiry, and student engagement. Students and teachers have access to dozens of curated databases and...
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Speakers
MA

Meghan Alexis

Harrison Hill Elementary
BB
Tuesday July 21, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
LC Media Center
  Session, Media Staff

10:00am EDT

Building Alignment: Jacob's Ladder and CKLA for 2026-27 Implementation
Tuesday July 21, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
B118
This is a focused work session for high ability point people to collaboratively align Jacob’s Ladder passages with the CKLA curriculum in preparation for the 2026–27 school year. Participants will work directly with CKLA units to identify, select, and map appropriate Jacob’s Ladder texts and thinking tasks that extend comprehension and support deeper analytical thinking for high-ability...
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Speakers
EF
Tuesday July 21, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
B118
  Session, High-Ability

10:00am EDT

Creating a Print-Rich Classroom Environment That Supports Language Development in K-2
Tuesday July 21, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
B106
This session focuses on how intentional classroom design can promote language production and student discourse. Participants will explore the use of narrative input charts as tools to model language, support comprehension, and scaffold speaking and writing. The session highlights how a thoughtfully designed environment can provide ongoing language supports that help students confidently produce...
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Speakers
LM
YM
Tuesday July 21, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
B106
  Session

10:00am EDT

Discipline Referrals in Skyward: "How To" and Best Practices
Tuesday July 21, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
B105
As MSDLT moves student discipline management out of Smartsheet and into Skyward for the 2026-2027 school year, it is critical that teachers understand the new process. This training will include how teachers can submit concerns about students, as well as discipline incidents, through Skyward, and review best practices for doing so.

Speakers
avatar for Nate Mott
Tuesday July 21, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
B105
  Session

10:00am EDT

Precision & Power: Mastering Desmos for the 7-12 Classroom
Tuesday July 21, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
B120
In this session, we’ll look at how to move students past basic button-pushing. We will start with tough standardized testing problems that Desmos handles in seconds. Then, we’ll dive into practical, year-round strategies. The goal is to remove arithmetic barriers so we can focus on deeper analysis.
Speakers
avatar for Rachel Anderson

Rachel Anderson

HS Math Teacher
Tuesday July 21, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
B120
  Session, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th Grade, 10th Grade, 11th Grade, 12th Grade

10:00am EDT

Student Services 101
Tuesday July 21, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
B121
From basic needs (food & clothing) to crisis support, join us in this session to find out about the resources available to your students through the Office of Student Services. Meet District Family Liaisons and find out about how your building-level Liaison can support students and help engage families to improve student attendance and achievement.
Speakers
SG

Sona Gonzales

Bilingual District Liaison, LECC or Other
SG

Shanel Gray

Family Liaison
avatar for Tracy Beer
Tuesday July 21, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
B121
  Session

10:00am EDT

Tiered System of Support K-8 Mathematics
Tuesday July 21, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
This session provides an overview of a K–8 Tiered System of Supports in mathematics, with a focus on planning and implementing targeted interventions for students who are not yet meeting grade-level expectations.
Speakers
EM

Emily Murphy

Curriculum Specialist 6th Grade Math, Crestview
avatar for Katrena Greer
Tuesday July 21, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
  Session

10:00am EDT

Understanding Scaffolding, Accommodations, and Modifications in the General Education Classroom
Tuesday July 21, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
B110
This session helps educators understand the differences between scaffolding, accommodations, and modifications and how to effectively use each in the general education classroom. Participants will learn how to provide appropriate supports that promotes access to grade-level content, maintain high expectations, and meet diverse learner needs while aligning with inclusive practices and IEP/ILP...
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Speakers
DM

Donna Miller

Teacher, Crestview
Tuesday July 21, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
B110
  Session

10:00am EDT

Using School AI Spaces to Help Students Monitor Their Own Learning - Advanced
Tuesday July 21, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
B131
This session will focus on using School AI spaces to help students monitor their learning and track their progress towards skill mastery.  Participants will be provided with fill-in-the-blank prompts they can use in SchoolAI to set up their spaces, as well as details for how to export and use the data, if they so choose.  
Speakers
avatar for Dan Bender
Tuesday July 21, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
B131
  Session

10:00am EDT

Fostering Language Development through Oracy
Tuesday July 21, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Senior Cafe
Participants will gain practical strategies for incorporating oracy into classroom instruction, from planning through implementation. They will also learn how to craft effective language targets that guide purposeful oracy interactions that support the continued growth of students’ language development.
Speakers
MP
Tuesday July 21, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Senior Cafe
  Session

10:00am EDT

Skill Struck - Digging Deeper Elementary
Tuesday July 21, 2026 10:00am - 3:15pm EDT

Speakers
SS
Tuesday July 21, 2026 10:00am - 3:15pm EDT

11:15am EDT

Blocksi - Teacher Dashboard Training - (REPEAT SESSION)
Tuesday July 21, 2026 11:15am - 12:00pm EDT
TBA

Tuesday July 21, 2026 11:15am - 12:00pm EDT
TBA
  Lunch & Learn

11:15am EDT

Preparing for the Praxis 5205: What you Need to Know (Literacy Endorsement)
Tuesday July 21, 2026 11:15am - 12:00pm EDT
B103
Indiana legislation requires all certified teachers who support reading to add the Early Literacy Endorsement at the time of their license renewal that falls on or after July 1, 2027. This session will review the approved professional development offerings and vendors, information on the Praxis, and steps to add the endorsement on LVIS.
Speakers
avatar for Adrienne Sargent

Adrienne Sargent

Curriculum Coordinator, LECC or Other
Tuesday July 21, 2026 11:15am - 12:00pm EDT
B103
  Lunch & Learn

11:15am EDT

The Truth About Reading - Keynote Continued
Tuesday July 21, 2026 11:15am - 12:00pm EDT
Auditorium
The Truth About Reading Official Trailer 

This is a continuation of the Keynote
Speakers
D
Tuesday July 21, 2026 11:15am - 12:00pm EDT
Auditorium
  Lunch & Learn

12:00pm EDT

Blocksi - Teacher Dashboard Training - (REPEAT SESSION)
Tuesday July 21, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm EDT
TBA

Tuesday July 21, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm EDT
TBA
  Lunch & Learn

12:00pm EDT

Dual Language Framework - Secondary DL Teachers
Tuesday July 21, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm EDT
B120
This session is designed for middle and high school dual language teachers to deepen their understanding of effective secondary dual language implementation. Participants will explore expectations across key areas, including environmental supports, language allocation, instructional strategies, and the long-term goals of dual language programming. The session will also dive into the Secondary Dual...
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Speakers
ET
Tuesday July 21, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm EDT
B120
  Lunch & Learn

12:00pm EDT

Teaching High School Credit Courses in Middle School
Tuesday July 21, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm EDT
B111
This Lunch and Learn will focus on topics about the new High School Diploma and helping MS teachers and administrators better understand the credit earning process.
Tuesday July 21, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm EDT
B111
  Lunch & Learn

12:00pm EDT

The Truth About Reading - Keynote Continued
Tuesday July 21, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm EDT
Auditorium
The Truth About Reading Official Trailer 

This is a continuation of the Keynote
Speakers
D
Tuesday July 21, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm EDT
Auditorium
  Lunch & Learn

12:00pm EDT

Skill Struck - Launch Elementary
Tuesday July 21, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT

Tuesday July 21, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT

12:00pm EDT

CKLA Writing for Teachers K-5 12:00 - 3:00 pm (REPEAT SESSION)
Tuesday July 21, 2026 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
B117

Speakers
A
Tuesday July 21, 2026 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
B117
  New Curricular Resource

12:30pm EDT

95 Percent Phonics Core - 1st Grade
Tuesday July 21, 2026 12:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
B124 / B126

Speakers
9P
Tuesday July 21, 2026 12:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
B124 / B126
  New Curricular Resource

12:30pm EDT

95 Percent Phonics Core - Fifth Grade
Tuesday July 21, 2026 12:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
B324

Speakers
9P
Tuesday July 21, 2026 12:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
B324
  New Curricular Resource

12:30pm EDT

95 Percent Phonics Core - Third Grade
Tuesday July 21, 2026 12:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
B224

Speakers
9P
Tuesday July 21, 2026 12:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
B224
  New Curricular Resource

12:30pm EDT

Providing Actionable Feedback for Observers (REPEAT SESSION)
Tuesday July 21, 2026 12:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
TBA

Speakers
DE
IE
Tuesday July 21, 2026 12:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
TBA
  Session

1:00pm EDT

Math Spiral Review: Small Moves, Big Impact
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
B113
This session explores the power of intentional spiral review as a key strategy for improving student retention and confidence. Participants will examine how to move beyond routine skill practice to strengthen number sense, fluency, and problem-solving through spaced practice and retrieval. Attendees will leave with practical strategies, examples, and resources to implement meaningful spiral review...
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Speakers
avatar for Marcy Gaines
avatar for Amie Cowell
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
B113
  Session, Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade

1:00pm EDT

Special Education 101: What Every Teacher Needs to Know
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
B118
This session provides a practical overview of special education designed specifically for general education teachers. Participants will explore the major disability categories, how students qualify for services, including the exclusionary factors that must be considered during evaluations. The presentation will also clarify the important role general educators play throughout the evaluation...
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Speakers
JB

Jennifer Blair

School Psychologist
avatar for Dr. Anita Saunders
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
B118
  Session

1:00pm EDT

Student Services 101
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
B121
From basic needs (food & clothing) to crisis support, join us in this session to find out about the resources available to your students through the Office of Student Services. Meet District Family Liaisons and find out about how your building-level Liaison can support students and help engage families to improve student attendance and achievement.
Speakers
SG

Sona Gonzales

Bilingual District Liaison, LECC or Other
SG

Shanel Gray

Family Liaison
avatar for Tracy Beer
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
B121
  Session

1:00pm EDT

Seesaw: Tracking Student Progress Against Standards
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
TBA
Monitoring student progress aligned to standards is essential for supporting every learner. In this session, participants will explore how Seesaw helps track growth over time, assess learning in meaningful ways, and inform differentiated instruction. Learn how to use data insights to better meet each student’s unique needs.
Speakers
S
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
TBA
  Virtual Session, Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, Third Grade, Fourth Grade

1:00pm EDT

Spanish Literacy Development - Elementary Dual Teachers
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 3:15pm EDT
Senior Cafe
This session focuses on Spanish Literacy Development for Elementary Dual Language Teachers, highlighting best practices for building strong literacy skills in Spanish. Participants will explore how to intentionally develop oracy, reading, writing, grammar, and foundational skills to support students in deepening their Spanish proficiency.
Speakers
avatar for Beatriz Smith

Beatriz Smith

DL Teacher & Instructional Coach
MP
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 3:15pm EDT
Senior Cafe
  Session

1:00pm EDT

Collaboration Lab - MS Math Vertical Articulation
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
C112
Math Teachers are encouraged to attend and be a part of the conversation about strengthening our vertical Math articulation for grades 6-12.
Speakers
avatar for Lauren Graham
avatar for Lauren Hill
avatar for Liz Atkinson
KT
GS
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
C112
  Session

1:00pm EDT

Problems of Practice - FTEM Inter-rate Agreements
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
B110
The Secondary EIS Team will lead a session for Administrators around FTEM and inter-rater agreements for Lawrence Township.
Speakers
avatar for Gavin Alexander
avatar for Brandie Valdez
MB
TF
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
B110
  Session

1:00pm EDT

Using School AI Spaces to Help Students Monitor Their Own Learning - Beginner
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
B131
This session will focus on using School AI spaces to help students monitor their learning and track their progress towards skill mastery.  Participants will be provided with fill-in-the-blank prompts they can use in SchoolAI to set up their spaces, as well as details for how to export and use the data, if they so choose.  
Speakers
avatar for Dan Bender
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
B131
  Session

2:15pm EDT

Cybersecurity: How to Keep My Organization, My Students, and Myself Safe from Attacks
Tuesday July 21, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
B105
Cyber attacks are becoming more sophisticated and more prevalent every year. This session will explore different types of cyber attacks and best practices to avoid compromising the security of your data, your students' data, and our organization's data. This session will explore password security, A.I. data sharing, email phishing, and other potentially harmful components of teachers’...
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Speakers
CW
Tuesday July 21, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
B105
  Session

2:15pm EDT

High Leverage Practices
Tuesday July 21, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
B118
This session will explore the term “high-leverage practice” which has been defined as “practices that are essential to effective teaching and fundamental to supporting student learning. The high-leverage practices (HLPs) are structured around four key domains: Collaboration, Data-Driven Planning, Instruction in Behavior and Academics, and Intensifying and Intervening as Needed. Within each...
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Speakers
avatar for Dr. Michelle Robinson
LM
Tuesday July 21, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
B118
  Session

2:15pm EDT

Looking Forward - Decomposing in Kindergarten
Tuesday July 21, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
B102
This Kindergarten session will focus on decomposing numbers through hands-on, engaging instruction. Participants will share strategies for instruction and ways to differentiate to support all learners while aligning to grade-level expectations. Educators will leave with practical tools and ideas that can be immediately implemented in their classrooms.
Speakers
avatar for Jillian Woods
avatar for Katrena Greer
Tuesday July 21, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
B102
  Session

2:15pm EDT

Up the Rigor in Middle School Math
Tuesday July 21, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
B113

Speakers
avatar for Lauren Hill
GS
Tuesday July 21, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
B113
  Session, 7th Grade, 8th Grade
 
Wednesday, July 22
 

9:00am EDT

Principal Kafele - Keynote
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Auditorium
Speakers
PK
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Auditorium
  Keynote

10:00am EDT

From Pictures to Understanding: Inclusive Visual Supports in Kindergarten Literacy
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
B118
This session explores how grant-funded visual comprehension tools are used to support both general and special education learners in kindergarten classrooms at Amy Beverland Early Learning Center, with a focus on inclusive literacy practices that reduce barriers to language development and reading comprehension for students with diverse learning needs. Participants will learn how to design and...
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Speakers
SP

Suzanne Payne

Teacher, ELC Amy Beverland
HN
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
B118

10:00am EDT

Testing Schedule - STC
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
B102

Speakers
avatar for Katrena Greer
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
B102
  By Invitation Only

10:00am EDT

Co-Teaching for ML Teachers
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
B110
This session is designed to support Multilingual (ML) teachers in strengthening their role within a co-teaching partnership. Participants will explore how ML teachers can actively contribute to planning, instruction, and monitoring student learning to ensure multilingual learners have access to rigorous, grade-level content. Through guiding questions, practical planning strategies, and a clear...
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Speakers
MM
AT
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
B110
  Session

10:00am EDT

How to Include ELA Standards in Content Instruction
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
B115
This session explores how to intentionally integrate English Language Arts standards into content instruction to better support multilingual learners. Participants will explore how to blend content and literacy, giving students meaningful opportunities to practice reading, writing, speaking, and thinking within authentic contexts. The session highlights how embedding ELA standards across subject...
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Speakers
avatar for Camilla Moody
HM
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
B115
  Session

10:00am EDT

Principal Kafele - Breakout Session #1
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
TBA
Speakers
PK
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
TBA
  Session

10:00am EDT

Supporting Students on the Autism Spectrum in General Education: Strategies for Academic, Behavioral, and Social Success
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
B107
Creating an inclusive general education classroom that effectively supports students on the autism spectrum requires intentional planning, flexibility, and a deep understanding of diverse learner needs. This session will provide educators with practical, classroom-ready strategies to support students academically, behaviorally, and socially while maintaining high expectations for all learners....
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Speakers
avatar for Troy Knoderer

Troy Knoderer

Chief Academic Officer, LECC or Other
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
B107
  Session

10:00am EDT

Second Step - Elementary Refresher
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Second Step is our Tier 1 SEL curriculum for grades K-8. Join us for this live webinar to learn how to access, navigate, and optimize your use of the Second Step curriculum.  New Tier 2 lessons will also be shared.  Agenda items will include: • Overview of Second Step® Digital Units and Themes • Review Instructional Elements and Support Resources • Review Strategies for Lesson...
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Speakers
ZT
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
  Virtual Session

10:00am EDT

De Sonidos a Lectores: Estrategias Clave para la Lectoescritura en Español (PK–2)
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
B114
Este taller ofrecerá un framework claro y práctico para organizar el bloque de Foundations en español en K–2, equilibrando instrucción directa y práctica significativa. Exploraremos cómo la ciencia de la lectura para el cerebro bilingüe guía la enseñanza y fortalece la lectoescritura en español. Además, aprenderás a usar y recopilar datos para ajustar tu instrucción con propósito....
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Speakers
ND

Neira Dall

first grade teacher
avatar for Ileanita Martinez
avatar for Eloyda Lopez
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
B114
  Session, Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st Grade

10:00am EDT

Transfer-Based instruction: Cross Linguistic Connections
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
B106
This session focuses on how to intentionally support students in making connections across languages to strengthen overall language development. Participants will gain hands-on, applicable strategies for making connections at the word and sentence level, helping students transfer knowledge between languages.
Speakers
PR
avatar for Beatriz Smith

Beatriz Smith

DL Teacher & Instructional Coach
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
B106
  Session

10:00am EDT

HMH - ELA Launch 7th Grade
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 12:30pm EDT
B111
Join our partners at HMH as they lead us through an initial launch PD of our newly adopted ELA resource - Into Literature. This session will follow the schedule below.

10:00 am - 12:00 pm - Vendor Presentation
12:00 pm - 12: 45 pm - Break for Lunch
12: 45 pm - 2:45 pm - Vendor Presentation
2:45 pm - 3:15 pm - ELA Planning
Speakers
AC
H
avatar for Brandie Valdez
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 12:30pm EDT
B111
  New Curricular Resource

10:00am EDT

HMH - ELA Launch 9th & 10th Grade
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 12:30pm EDT
B112
Join our partners at HMH as they lead us through an initial launch PD of our newly adopted ELA resource - Into Literature. This session will follow the schedule below.

10:00 am - 12:00 pm - Vendor Presentation
12:00 pm - 12: 45 pm - Break for Lunch
12: 45 pm - 2:45 pm - Vendor Presentation
2:45 pm - 3:15 pm - ELA Planning
Speakers
H
avatar for Emily Hiter
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 12:30pm EDT
B112
  New Curricular Resource

10:00am EDT

FTEM: Introduction & Overview (REPEAT SESSION)
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 12:30pm EDT
TBA

Speakers
DE
IE
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 12:30pm EDT
TBA
  Session

10:00am EDT

95 Percent - 6th Grade Adolescent Word Reading
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 3:15pm EDT
Small Theater

Speakers
9P
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 3:15pm EDT
Small Theater
  New Curricular Resource

11:15am EDT

LT Language Model for Administrators/Evaluators
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:15am - 12:00pm EDT
B104
This review session is designed exclusively for evaluators and instructional leaders to revisit the vision and intent of the Lawrence Language Considerations within FTEM. Participants will explore how intentionally planning for language within FTEM elements strengthens core instruction and increases access for all students, especially multilingual learners. The session will focus on how leaders...
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Speakers
avatar for Manuel Torres
ED
avatar for Camilla Moody
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:15am - 12:00pm EDT
B104
  By Invitation Only

11:15am EDT

Blocksi - Teacher Dashboard Training - (REPEAT SESSION)
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:15am - 12:00pm EDT
TBA

Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:15am - 12:00pm EDT
TBA
  Lunch & Learn

11:15am EDT

Preparing for the Praxis 5205: What you Need to Know (Literacy Endorsement)
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:15am - 12:00pm EDT
B103
Indiana legislation requires all certified teachers who support reading to add the Early Literacy Endorsement at the time of their license renewal that falls on or after July 1, 2027. This session will review the approved professional development offerings and vendors, information on the Praxis, and steps to add the endorsement on LVIS.
Speakers
avatar for Adrienne Sargent

Adrienne Sargent

Curriculum Coordinator, LECC or Other
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:15am - 12:00pm EDT
B103
  Lunch & Learn

11:15am EDT

ML Strategies for Expressive Language (Oracy and Writing)
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT
B110
This session focuses on practical strategies to strengthen expressive language development for multilingual learners by increasing opportunities for both oracy and writing in the classroom. Participants will explore how to intentionally plan for structured student talk, meaningful writing tasks, and language production across content areas. Using the WIDA Consortium standards and resources,...
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Speakers
AT
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT
B110
  Session

12:00pm EDT

Activating Engagement & Interest - LC After School Clubs
Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm EDT
B102
Teams for LC will lead an interactive session on how to get students involved in your school beyond Athletics and Performing Arts. Clubs and Student Activities are a great way to get connected in a school.
Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm EDT
B102
  Lunch & Learn

12:00pm EDT

Blocksi - Teacher Dashboard Training - (REPEAT SESSION)
Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm EDT
TBA

Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm EDT
TBA
  Lunch & Learn

12:00pm EDT

Brave Conversations: Tools for Handling Tough Talks with Confidence
Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm EDT
B118
Case conferences and parent meetings often require educators and administrators to navigate complex, high-stakes conversations. In this session, participants will learn how to prepare for, engage in, and follow up on difficult discussions with families. With a focus on empathy, structure, and clarity, this session provides practical tools to help you stay grounded, professional, and effective,...
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Speakers
avatar for Dr. Michelle Robinson
Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm EDT
B118
  Lunch & Learn

12:00pm EDT

LT Language Model for All Teachers
Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm EDT
B104
This session is designed for teachers to deepen their understanding of the Lawrence Language Considerations within FTEM and how they apply directly to daily instruction. Participants will explore how intentionally planning for language alongside content strengthens student access, engagement, and overall learning. The session will focus on practical strategies for embedding language supports into...
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Speakers
avatar for Manuel Torres
avatar for Camilla Moody
ED
Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm EDT
B104
  Lunch & Learn

12:00pm EDT

CKLA Enhancing Planning for Teachers 3-5 (REPEAT SESSION)
Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
B122
Our Amplify partners will provide PD to deepen your understanding of your next CKLA unit through a step-by-step unit and lesson-planning protocol. Leave prepared to implement your next unit with both a completed unit plan and internalized lessons. 
Speakers
A
Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
B122
  New Curricular Resource

12:00pm EDT

CKLA Enhancing Planning for Teachers K-2 (REPEAT SESSION)
Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
B117
Our Amplify partners will provide PD to deepen your understanding of your next CKLA unit through a step-by-step unit and lesson-planning protocol. Leave prepared to implement your next unit with both a completed unit plan and internalized lessons. 
Speakers
A
Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
B117
  New Curricular Resource

1:00pm EDT

Everybody has a voice: Multimodal Language Strategies for the Classroom
Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
B118
This one-hour, hands-on professional development session explores how to empower every student to communicate and participate using multimodal language strategies. Teachers will learn the difference between analytical and gestalt language processors, practical ways to integrate visual, auditory, gestural, and digital tools—such as speech, writing, visuals, gestures, and media, as well as...
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Speakers
CN

Carey Northcutt

Lawrence Central High School
RS
Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
B118
  Session

1:00pm EDT

Principal Kafele - Breakout Session #2
Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
TBA
Speakers
PK
Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
TBA
  Session

1:00pm EDT

Virtual Desktop Infrastructure: Increasing Student Access and Accountability
Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
B105
Does your class utilize CAD, Adobe, or other specific software that allows students to do photo/video/image editing? What if your students could access that software from home from his/her Chromebook? MCIT has been piloting VDI this year and would like to share what we've learned. If you can imagine scenarios where students could benefit from remote access to a computer at school for homework at...
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Moderators
RL
Speakers
BV
Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
B105
  Session

1:00pm EDT

Writing IEPs that Hold Up!
Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
B107
This session is designed for Special education teachers and building level administrators who PAR conferences and evaluate special education teachers. Participants will examine the components of a well-written IEP, including present levels of performance, measurable goal development, and progress monitoring. The session will also include a review of relevant case law to provide a deeper...
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Speakers
KN

Karen Niemeier

Special Education Administrator, MSD Lawrence Township
Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
B107
  Session

1:00pm EDT

Seesaw: Creating Accessible Learning Experiences with Seesaw
Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
TBA
Implementing Universal Design for Learning (UDL) ensures all students can access and engage with learning. In this session, participants will learn how to apply the UDL framework using Seesaw’s multimodal tools. Discover strategies to create inclusive, flexible, and engaging learning experiences that support diverse learners and promote student success.
Speakers
S
Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
TBA
  Virtual Session, Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, Third Grade, Fourth Grade

1:00pm EDT

Dual Language Instruction 101
Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 3:15pm EDT
B106
This session is designed for first- and second-year dual language teachers to build a strong foundation in the core non-negotiables and instructional framework of a successful dual language classroom. Participants will explore what is expected across key areas, including environmental supports, language allocation, instructional strategies, and the long-term goals of dual language programming. The...
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Speakers
MA
avatar for Beatriz Smith

Beatriz Smith

DL Teacher & Instructional Coach
Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 3:15pm EDT
B106
  Session, Dual Language Teachers

1:00pm EDT

FTEM: Introduction & Overview (REPEAT SESSION)
Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 3:15pm EDT
TBA

Speakers
DE
IE
Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 3:15pm EDT
TBA
  Session

1:00pm EDT

HMH - ELA Launch 10th & 11th Grade
Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
B112
Join our partners at HMH as they lead us through an initial launch PD of our newly adopted ELA resource - Into Literature. This session will follow the schedule below.

10:00 am - 12:00 pm - Vendor Presentation
12:00 pm - 12: 45 pm - Break for Lunch
12: 45 pm - 2:45 pm - Vendor Presentation
2:45 pm - 3:15 pm - ELA Planning
Speakers
avatar for Emily Hiter
H
Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
B112
  New Curricular Resource

1:00pm EDT

HMH - ELA Launch 8th Grade
Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
B111
Join our partners at HMH as they lead us through an initial launch PD of our newly adopted ELA resource - Into Literature. This session will follow the schedule below.

10:00 am - 12:00 pm - Vendor Presentation
12:00 pm - 12: 45 pm - Break for Lunch
12: 45 pm - 2:45 pm - Vendor Presentation
2:45 pm - 3:15 pm - ELA Planning
Speakers
avatar for Brandie Valdez
AC
H
Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
B111
  New Curricular Resource

2:15pm EDT

Everybody Has a Voice: Using Student Voices to Shape Behavior
Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
B118
This one-hour interactive professional development session focuses on how elevating student voice can positively shape classroom behavior and culture. Teachers will explore practical strategies for incorporating student input, co-creating norms, reflecting on behavior, and engaging in restorative practices. By centering student perspectives, participants will learn how to gather authentic...
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Speakers
CN

Carey Northcutt

Lawrence Central High School
RS
Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
B118
  Session

2:15pm EDT

Incorporating Language Into Content Area Classroom (Secondary)
Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
B114
The session will focus on planning with both content and language goals, using scaffolds to support student understanding, and creating opportunities for students to speak, write, and think deeply about grade-level concepts.
Speakers
avatar for Camilla Moody
Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
B114
  Session
 
Thursday, July 23
 

8:00am EDT

Preschool University
Thursday July 23, 2026 8:00am - 3:00pm EDT
B124 / B126
All day training for preschool instructors and assistants
Speakers
avatar for Stephanie LaPlante

Stephanie LaPlante

Chief of Programs, LECC or Other
Thursday July 23, 2026 8:00am - 3:00pm EDT
B124 / B126
  By Invitation Only, Pre-K

9:00am EDT

Dual Language Strategies That Work
Thursday July 23, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
B106
Participants will explore how to intentionally plan for oracy, use dictado and implement The Bridge to support meaningful cross-linguistic connections. The focus is on helping students deepen their understanding of target languages by making language features visible and transferable. Teachers will leave with clear, actionable strategies to strengthen biliteracy and elevate language learning in...
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Speakers
avatar for Mayra Guerra
avatar for Beatriz Smith

Beatriz Smith

DL Teacher & Instructional Coach
Thursday July 23, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
B106
  Session

9:00am EDT

The Adult Nervous System Narrative How Physiology Shapes our Thoughts, Feelings, Perceptions and Behaviors ( MTSS for Adults)
Thursday July 23, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Auditorium
This two-hour feature presentation is designed for Advisor Leads, and all are welcome.In this session, we will explore the practices, mindsets, and nervous system states that shape our feelings and behaviors—whether they promote ease and safety or dysregulation in environments that lack perceived safety. Since emotions and stress are contagious, adults who become aware of their nervous system...
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Speakers
DL
Thursday July 23, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Auditorium
  Session

9:00am EDT

Secondary Leadership Launch
Thursday July 23, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Senior Cafe
Thursday July 23, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Senior Cafe
  By Invitation Only

9:00am EDT

95% Phonics Lesson Library - K-12 Intervention
Thursday July 23, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm EDT
B224

Thursday July 23, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm EDT
B224
  New Curricular Resource

9:00am EDT

Amplify - CKLA - Initial Training for Teachers 3-5
Thursday July 23, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm EDT
B122
Our partners at Amplify will provide an initial training session for our new 6th-grade ELA resource. The initial training session will orient teachers to the key components of the program (including how to navigate, teach, and monitor student progress) while exploring content and program resources. Participants will leave the session with foundational knowledge and skills necessary to begin...
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Speakers
A
Thursday July 23, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm EDT
B122
  New Curricular Resource

9:00am EDT

Amplify - CKLA - Initial Training for Teachers K-2
Thursday July 23, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm EDT
B120
Our partners at Amplify will provide an initial training session for our new 6th-grade ELA resource. The initial training session will orient teachers to the key components of the program (including how to navigate, teach, and monitor student progress) while exploring content and program resources. Participants will leave the session with foundational knowledge and skills necessary to begin...
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Speakers
A
Thursday July 23, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm EDT
B120
  New Curricular Resource

9:00am EDT

Providing Actionable Feedback for Instructional Coaches
Thursday July 23, 2026 9:00am - 3:15pm EDT
TBA
Instructional Coaches - Elementary Focus
Speakers
DE
IE
Thursday July 23, 2026 9:00am - 3:15pm EDT
TBA
  Session

10:00am EDT

Art of Education - Deep Dive into FLEX + PRO
Thursday July 23, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
B109
Art of Education- Deep Dive into Flex Curriculum Discover, Design & Deliver - Virtual Session-Deep Dive into FLEX + PRO is an interactive, implementation-focused training designed for returning districts ready to move beyond the basics.  In this session, educators intentionally explore advanced features, deepen their understanding of how the platforms work together, and strengthen...
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Speakers
avatar for Jordan Silvia

Jordan Silvia

Arts of Education University

Thursday July 23, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
B109
  Session, Elementary Art Teachers

10:00am EDT

Discipline Referrals in Skyward: "How To" and Best Practices
Thursday July 23, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
B105
As MSDLT moves student discipline management out of Smartsheet and into Skyward for the 2026-2027 school year, it is critical that teachers understand the new process. This training will include how teachers can submit concerns about students, as well as discipline incidents, through Skyward, and review best practices for doing so.

Speakers
avatar for Nate Mott
Thursday July 23, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
B105
  Session

11:15am EDT

2026-2027 Advisor Lead Leadership
Thursday July 23, 2026 11:15am - 12:00pm EDT
Auditorium
Advisor Leads will come together for this leadership launch into the 2026-27 school year.  Our focus will be on how to bring this year’s training from Dr. Lori back to your buildings.  We will also share how to optimize intentional touch points and connections with the students who need us most.
Speakers
SB
Thursday July 23, 2026 11:15am - 12:00pm EDT
Auditorium
  By Invitation Only

12:00pm EDT

Backwards Planning Camino Units
Thursday July 23, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
C112
This session is designed for dual language leaders, coaches, PLC leaderss, and curriculum specialists to deepen their practice in backward planning with a clear focus on biliteracy and student language output. Participants will examine current biliteracy planning templates and engage in hands-on work to backward plan an upcoming unit, centering language development alongside content goals. The...
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Speakers
ED
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Beatriz Smith

DL Teacher & Instructional Coach
Thursday July 23, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
C112
  Session

1:00pm EDT

Breaking the Conflict Cycle Discipline Through the Lens of the Nervous System (REPEAT SESSION)
Thursday July 23, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
In this session, we will share practices grounded in nervous system awareness and neuroplasticity to address conflict cycles, reduce power struggles, and reduce challenging behaviors in the classroom.
Speakers
DL
Thursday July 23, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
  Session

1:00pm EDT

Second Step - Middle School Refresher Walkthrough
Thursday July 23, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Second Step is our Tier 1 SEL curriculum for grades K-8. Join us for this live webinar to learn how to access, navigate, and optimize your use of the Second Step curriculum.  New Tier 2 lessons will also be shared.  Agenda items will include:• Overview of Second Step® Digital Units and Themes• Review Instructional Elements and Support Resources• Review Strategies for Lesson...
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Speakers
ZT
Thursday July 23, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
  Virtual Session

2:15pm EDT

Breaking the Conflict Cycle Discipline Through the Lens of the Nervous System (REPEAT SESSION)
Thursday July 23, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
In this session, we will share practices grounded in nervous system awareness and neuroplasticity to address conflict cycles, reduce power struggles, and reduce challenging behaviors in the classroom.

Speakers
DL
Thursday July 23, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
  Session

2:15pm EDT

ELA Canvas Integration - 6-12 w/ Tech Enhancements
Thursday July 23, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
B111

Speakers
V
Thursday July 23, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
B111
  Session
 
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