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Tuesday, May 27
 

1:00pm CDT

(HS ELAR) Making It Common: Keepin It Clever (Hour 1)
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
2111
Session Cap: 25 people

In this collaborative session, teachers will work together to design and refine district common assessments that align with TEKS, support instructional goals, and provide meaningful data. Participants will review current assessments, ensure content clarity and rigor, and make adjustments to better support student learning and instructional planning.
Speakers
avatar for Andrea Butler

Andrea Butler

Instructional Coach, Legacy Ranch High School
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
2111
  Curriculum Design

1:00pm CDT

(HS Math) From TEKS to Tests: Mapping Meaningful Measures
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
1109
In this collaborative session, teachers will work together to design and refine district common assessments that align with TEKS, support instructional goals, and provide meaningful data. Participants will review current assessments, ensure content clarity and rigor, and make adjustments to better support student learning and instructional planning.
Speakers
avatar for Sherry Grace

Sherry Grace

Secondary Curriculum Coordinator, Liberty Hill ISD
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
1109
  Curriculum Design

1:00pm CDT

(HS Science) Check It Out: Creating Assessments that Count
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
1105
In this collaborative session, teachers will work together to design and refine district common assessments that align with TEKS, support instructional goals, and provide meaningful data. Participants will review current assessments, ensure content clarity and rigor, and make adjustments to better support student learning and instructional planning.
Speakers
HV
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
1105
  Curriculum Design

1:00pm CDT

(HS Social Studies) The Art of the DCA: Designing with Purpose (Hour 1)
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
2107
In this collaborative session, teachers will work together to design and refine district common assessments that align with TEKS, support instructional goals, and provide meaningful data. Participants will review current assessments, ensure content clarity and rigor, and make adjustments to better support student learning and instructional planning.
Speakers
GP
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
2107
  Curriculum Design

1:00pm CDT

(MS ELAR) Assess to Impress: Crafting Quality DCAs (Hour 1)
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
2102
Session Cap: 25

In this collaborative session, teachers will work together to design and refine district common assessments that align with TEKS, support instructional goals, and provide meaningful data. Participants will review current assessments, ensure content clarity and rigor, and make adjustments to better support student learning and instructional planning.
Speakers
avatar for Rhanda Schrank

Rhanda Schrank

Instructional Coach, Liberty Hill Middle School
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
2102
  Curriculum Design

1:00pm CDT

(MS Math) DCA Builders: Align, Assess, Achieve
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
1110
In this collaborative session, teachers will work together to design and refine district common assessments that align with TEKS, support instructional goals, and provide meaningful data. Participants will review current assessments, ensure content clarity and rigor, and make adjustments to better support student learning and instructional planning.
Speakers
avatar for Audra Cozart

Audra Cozart

Teacher, Liberty Hill Middle School
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
1110
  Curriculum Design

1:00pm CDT

(MS Science) Aligned & Designed: DCAs that Deliver
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
1106
In this collaborative session, teachers will work together to design and refine district common assessments that align with TEKS, support instructional goals, and provide meaningful data. Participants will review current assessments, ensure content clarity and rigor, and make adjustments to better support student learning and instructional planning.
Speakers
avatar for Whitney Taylor
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
1106
  Curriculum Design

1:00pm CDT

(MS Social Studies) The Art of the DCA: Designing with Purpose (Hour 1)
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
2106
In this collaborative session, teachers will work together to design and refine district common assessments that align with TEKS, support instructional goals, and provide meaningful data. Participants will review current assessments, ensure content clarity and rigor, and make adjustments to better support student learning and instructional planning.
Speakers
SM
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
2106
  Curriculum Design

1:00pm CDT

3rd Grade RLA Curriculum Think Tank
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
1128
***Only Offered During the 1:00-2:00pm timeslot!***
Session Cap: 25 people
Join us for the 3rd RLA Curriculum Think Tank session at this year’s SLC! This collaborative workshop is designed to bring together educators for an engaging, hands-on experience focused on refining and enhancing classroom practices. Work alongside your peers to brainstorm and develop practical tools, including a student-friendly ECR (Extended Constructed Response) checklist, and explore innovative small group activities centered around word study. Whether you’re looking for fresh ideas or eager to share your expertise, this session offers a valuable space to connect, create, and grow together.
Speakers
avatar for Kristen Pritchett

Kristen Pritchett

Teacher, Bill Burden Elementary
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
1128
  Curriculum Design

1:00pm CDT

3rd-5th Extension & Enrichment YAAG: All Content Make & Take (Hour 1) **1 Hour - GT Credit**
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
1121
***1 Hour of G/T Update Credit***
Session Cap: 45 people
We have created a resource bank of extension and enrichment activities for each unit. (Yes...every grade and content area 3-5!) Join us as we explore the resources and then you'll have the opportunity to curate your own extension and enrichment YAAG for next year so you can roll into August with high-level, engaging activities ready to go! 
Speakers
MG

Megan Garner

Teacher, Santa Rita Elementary
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
1121
  Curriculum Design, G/T Update Hour

1:00pm CDT

3rd-5th RLA Station Make & Take (Hour 1)
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
1120
Session Cap: 45 people
Set the stage for a successful 2025–2026 school year with this interactive, hands-on professional learning experience designed for 3rd–5th grade educators! In this Make & Take session, you’ll dive into the power of literacy stations that target the essential areas of Reading, Writing, Word Study/Spelling, and Reader’s Theater—and walk away with ready-to-use materials and a clear plan for implementation. This session is built for teachers who want to make their literacy block more engaging, purposeful, and student-centered. You'll have time to explore fresh station ideas, create materials tailored to your classroom, and develop a custom scope and sequence to guide your literacy stations throughout the school year.
Speakers
CE

Christina Espinoza

Instructional Coach, BBE
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
1120
  Curriculum Design

1:00pm CDT

3rd-5th Science Savvas Playlists
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
1103
Session Cap: 25 people
Looking for a way to save time and streamline your science lessons in Savvas? In this K-2 session, teachers will model how to create efficient, editable playlists that reduce clicks and support team planning. Similar to a music playlist, a Savvas playlist is a curated sequence of lessons, Google Slides, resources, videos, assessments, and custom content—all organized in one place for easy sharing and student access. You'll have time to build your own, digitally share with other campuses, and walk away with ready-to-use playlists for your science units next year!
Speakers
avatar for Nicole Miller
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
1103
  Curriculum Design

1:00pm CDT

3rd-5th Word Study Make & Take (Hour 1)
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
1122
Session Cap: 25 people
Are you looking to enhance your word study instruction in upper elementary classrooms? Join us for an interactive and hands-on session focused on the key components of word study: fluency routines, whole group instruction, small group instruction, and spelling pattern assessments. In this “Make & Take” session, you will leave with practical tools, routines, and a plan to seamlessly integrate word study into your existing Reading Language Arts block. Whether you’re an experienced teacher or new to word study, this session will equip you with the knowledge, resources, and confidence to elevate your word study instruction and foster greater student success. Don’t miss this opportunity to collaborate with fellow educators and take home practical tools that will make an immediate impact in your classroom!
Speakers
avatar for Jenni Redick
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
1122
  Curriculum Design

1:00pm CDT

4th Grade RLA Curriculum Think Tank
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
1127
***Only Offered During the 1:00-2:00pm timeslot!***
Session Cap: 25 people
Join us for the 4th RLA Curriculum Think Tank session at this year’s SLC! This collaborative forum is your opportunity to engage in meaningful discussions with fellow educators around key topics that shape effective instruction. Together, we’ll unpack instructional priorities, clarify DCA and re-assessment expectations, and address common misconceptions within units and the YAAG. We’ll also explore best practices for implementing content clarifier accommodations to better support all learners. Whether you’re looking to refine your approach or contribute insights from your own experience, this session is designed to foster collaboration, clarity, and practical takeaways you can apply during the 2025-2026 school year.
Speakers
avatar for Samantha Lynn
MR
HS

Heather Stein

4th Grade Teacher, Rancho Sienna Elementary
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
1127
  Curriculum Design

1:00pm CDT

5th Grade Math Collaboration: Power in Numbers
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
1125
Session Cap: 25 people
We all know what great 5th grade math lessons look like, but do you ever wonder how teachers at other schools are teaching the same concepts? Or what activities or strategies other teachers have had success with? Do you have lessons that have been really successful for your students? Come join 5th grade math teachers from across the district and let's all discuss what works and what doesn't!  Our goal is to leave with brilliant new ideas for each unit for next year!
Speakers
avatar for Stephanie Roese
CS
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
1125
  Curriculum Design

1:00pm CDT

5th Grade RLA Curriculum Think Tank
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
1126
***Only Offered During the 1:00-2:00pm timeslot!***

Session Cap: 25 people
Join us for the 5th RLA Curriculum Think Tank session at this year’s SLC! This collaborative session offers a valuable opportunity to reflect on this school year’s instructional practices and outcomes. Connect with your peers to celebrate successes, examine challenges, and brainstorm solutions that will help clarify and enhance instructional experiences for all students. Whether you’re looking to fine-tune your approach or explore new strategies, this session is designed to inspire meaningful reflection and practical ideas you can take into the next school year.
Speakers
avatar for Emily Lively

Emily Lively

Teacher, LHE
avatar for Katie Carter

Katie Carter

Teacher, Tierra Rosa Elementary
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
1126
  Curriculum Design

1:00pm CDT

CTE Roundtable: Share What Works
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
2109
Session Cap: 25

Join fellow CTE educators for a collaborative roundtable where you’ll share and explore tools, strategies, and successes from your own classrooms. Whether it’s a project that really engaged students, a system that streamlined classroom management, or a tech tool you can’t live without—this is your chance to both give and gather ideas. Come ready to connect, reflect, and leave with new ideas to try!
Speakers
avatar for Misty Taylor
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
2109
  Curriculum Design

1:00pm CDT

From Practice to Proficiency — Boosting Engagement in the LOTE Classroom
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
2105
How can we move beyond rote vocabulary drills and grammar practice to create language-rich classrooms where students are authentically engaged? In this session, LOTE teachers will explore a variety of strategies designed to increase target language use and participation through meaningful, communicative activities. Participants will reflect on current practices, engage in a carousel of idea-sharing, and walk away with ready-to-implement strategies that promote interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational communication across all proficiency levels. Come ready to share, explore, and level up your language classroom!
Speakers
DS
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
2105
  Curriculum Design

1:00pm CDT

K-1 Math Curriculum Think Tank
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
1118
Session Cap: 35 people
Join the K-1 Math Curriculum Think Tank where we will give feedback on the new YAAG and engage in meaningful discussions around curriculum. Together, we’ll share insights, identify needs, and strengthen instructional planning.
 
Speakers
avatar for Caroline Montgomery

Caroline Montgomery

Elementary Curriculum Coordinator - Math & Science, Central Office
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
1118
  Curriculum Design

1:00pm CDT

K-1 RLA Curriculum Think Tank
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
2126 / 2124
Session Cap: 35 people

Join us for a collaborative and forward-thinking professional learning session designed for Kindergarten and 1st Grade educators. This Curriculum Think Tank will provide an opportunity to review and refine key components of the Reading Language Arts (RLA) curriculum in preparation for the 2025–2026 school year.
During this session, participants will:
  • Review the 2025–2026 Year-at-a-Glance to ensure alignment with standards, pacing, and instructional priorities
  • Examine the High-Frequency Word (HFW) and Heart Word Scope and Sequence, engaging in discussion and making informed adjustments, as needed
  • Collaboratively determine and incorporate a fluency measure into the report card rubric, promoting consistent assessment and reporting practices across grade levels.
Speakers
avatar for Kyndall Boone

Kyndall Boone

Elementary Curriculum Coordinator, Liberty Hill ISD
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
2126 / 2124
  Curriculum Design

1:00pm CDT

K-2 RLA Station Make & Take (Hour 1)
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
2122
Session Cap: 25 people

Jumpstart your 2025–2026 school year with a hands-on, practical professional learning session designed specifically for K–2 educators! In this engaging Make & Take, you’ll explore effective literacy station ideas across the key areas of Reading, Writing, Phonics, and Listening Skills—and then roll up your sleeves to create them. Whether you're just getting started with stations or looking to refresh your current approach, this session will provide the inspiration and structured time you need. You’ll leave not only with ready-to-use station materials, but can also create a personalized station plan and scope & sequence to guide your literacy instruction all year long.
Speakers
avatar for Samantha Campbell

Samantha Campbell

Instructional Coach, Louine Noble Elementary
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
2122
  Curriculum Design

1:00pm CDT

K-5 AI Science Enhancements Make & Take (Hour 1)
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
2121
Session Cap: 45 people

Join us as we create engaging, AI-enhanced supplemental science resources. In this hands-on session, participants will explore tools like Diffit for differentiated science reading, Eduaide for game based activities, and AI-powered music generators for catchy science songs. Discover how to integrate online lab simulations such as PhET and Legends of Learning to bring concepts to life, and build interactive choice boards using MagicSchool templates. Leave with ready-to-use resources and the skills to keep creating long after the session ends!
Speakers
MM

Marcy Mueller

Instructional Coach, LHE
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
2121
  Curriculum Design

1:00pm CDT

K-5 Math BTC Tasks Make & Take (Hour 1)
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
2125 / 2127
Session Cap: 35 people

Join us for a Make & Take session where you'll create engaging thinking tasks for your math classroom. Work with your team—or collaborate with other teams across the district—to create and customize tasks aligned to priority concepts in your math units. Walk away with a ready-to-use collection of meaningful thinking tasks to implement next year with your kids! Bring your campus copies of Classroom-Ready Rich Math Tasks and Math Tasks for the Thinking Classroom (green book) with you. 
Speakers
avatar for Sarah Keller

Sarah Keller

Instructional Coach, BWE
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
2125 / 2127
  Curriculum Design

1:00pm CDT

K-5 Math Resource Digital Make & Take (Hour 1)
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
1119
Session Cap: 45 people
In this collaborative session, teachers will create and share supplemental math resources focused on priority concepts in the K- 5 math units. Use this time to bring ideas to life—whether it’s stations, choice boards, lesson materials, or catchy math songs. Look at some examples to spark inspiration and leave with classroom-ready creations!
Speakers
avatar for Christina Tucker

Christina Tucker

Instructional Coach, Tierra Rosa Elementary
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
1119
  Curriculum Design

1:00pm CDT

Kinder-2nd Extension & Enrichment YAAG: All Content Make & Take (Hour 1) **1 Hour - GT Credit**
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
2123
Session Cap: 50 people

We have created a resource bank of extension and enrichment activities for each unit. (Yes...every grade and content area K-2!) Join us as we explore the resources and then you'll have the opportunity to curate your own extension and enrichment YAAG for next year so you can roll into August with high-level, engaging activities ready to go! 
Speakers
avatar for Alison Jalufka

Alison Jalufka

Instructional Coach, Ranch Sienna Elementary
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
2123
  Curriculum Design, G/T Update Hour

1:00pm CDT

Let’s Get Aligned: Science Vocabulary as a Team
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
1129
Session Cap: 25 people
Join K-5 elementary educators for a collaborative session focused on deepening understanding of key science vocabulary. Together, we’ll work in teams to develop a shared, grade-aligned vocabulary document. Leave with a unified resource to support consistency and clarity in science vocabulary instruction across grade levels.
Speakers
avatar for Kristel Holt
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
1129
  Curriculum Design

1:00pm CDT

Makerspace Mastermind: Reflect, Refine, and Reimagine
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
1111
Session Cap: 25 people

Join fellow makerspace educators in a collaborative PLC-style session designed to spark reflection, deepen purpose, and share best practices. Through guided questions and intentional dialogue, we’ll explore key areas like student engagement, project planning, tool management, and assessment. Whether you’re building a makerspace from scratch or looking to refine your current program, this session offers time to connect, align, and walk away with actionable strategies to reimagine what’s possible for your students. Come ready to contribute ideas, ask questions, and grow your makerspace mindset.
Speakers
TC
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
1111
  Curriculum Design

1:00pm CDT

Success, Empower, Leadership - Teacher Planning Time
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
1112
Session Cap: 25 people

Success, Empower and Leadership teachers will use this time to plan for the 25-26 school year. 
Speakers
OO
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
1112
  Curriculum Design

1:00pm CDT

30 Hour GT Training (3 Hour Session)
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
2108
This session will provide you time to begin your 30-Hour Initial GT Training. Module information will be added soon, including Eduphoria and GoogleClassroom registrations. 
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
2108
  Curriculum Design, G/T Update Hour

1:00pm CDT

Elementary Librarian Planning Time
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
1113
Join us for a collaborative professional learning session focused on developing a comprehensive Elementary Library Scope and Sequence for Kindergarten through 5th Grade. During this engaging workshop, participants will align library curriculum with the Technology Applications TEKS and explore how to integrate meaningful STEM activities that enhance digital literacy, critical thinking, and creativity across all grade levels.
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
1113
  Curriculum Design

1:00pm CDT

Elementary PE Planning Time
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
2216
This session is designed to bring together elementary PE teachers for a productive planning time. Teachers will focus on organizing campus events, finalizing curriculum documents for the upcoming year, and will leave with a clearer vision for the next school year.
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
2216
  Curriculum Design

1:00pm CDT

Elementary: Making Depth & Complexity Work For Me! **3 Hour - GT Credit**
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Main Gym
Session Cap: 100 people
Elementary: Discover how to challenge and engage all learners—especially gifted students—by using Depth and Complexity thinking tools and graphic organizers. In this interactive session, we will focus on  creating engaging and easily differentiated lessons that you can use immediately in your classroom. We will collaborate to build a variety of graphic organizers that support deeper thinking across all subjects. Walk away with ready-to-use templates tailored to your students' needs!
Speakers
KB

Katelyn Barnhart

GT Consultant
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Main Gym
  Curriculum Design, G/T Update Hour

1:00pm CDT

Purposeful Pre-K Planning for 2025-2026
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
2128
Session Cap: 25 people

Join us for an engaging and collaborative professional learning session designed specifically for Pre-K educators as we wrap up the 2024–2025 school year and prepare for an inspiring new year ahead. This session will provide time and space to reflect on successes, identify opportunities for growth, and refine our instructional practices to support all learners.
Together, we will:
  • Reflect on and refine our teaching practices from this school year
  • Collaborate on the updated 2025–2026 unpacking document to ensure clarity and alignment
  • Finalize key Pre-K learning experiences, dramatic play opportunities, and center resources
  • Dig into our SAVVAS instructional resource to deepen our understanding, enhance lesson planning, and ensure we're maximizing its full potential in meaningful, developmentally appropriate ways
This is a time to connect, create, and build a strong foundation for the year ahead. Leave with practical tools, shared ideas, and renewed excitement for your Pre-K classroom!
Speakers
avatar for Kristine Kline

Kristine Kline

Director of Elementary Education, Liberty Hill ISD
Tuesday May 27, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
2128
  Curriculum Design

2:00pm CDT

(6-12 Math) BTC Implementation Planning and Creation
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
1110
This hands-on session is dedicated to planning and creating lessons aligned with Building Thinking Classrooms (BTC). Teachers will collaborate to develop tasks, structures, and routines that support BTC implementation, while aligning with content goals and student needs. Walk away with ready-to-use strategies and a clear roadmap for bringing BTC to life in your classroom.
Speakers
avatar for Bobbi Chock

Bobbi Chock

Teacher, Liberty Hill Middle School
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
1110
  Curriculum Design

2:00pm CDT

(CTE) Power Hour: Think, Share, Build
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
2104
Session Cap: 25 people
Power Hour
Looking for a space to brainstorm, problem-solve, or simply share ideas? Power Hour is an open think tank session designed to spark conversation, collaboration, and creative solutions. Bring your challenges, questions, or big ideas and connect with others who are ready to think it through with you. No agenda—just shared brainpower and fresh perspectives. Links are attached in the flyer and will be posted in the classroom.  
Speakers
OO
Power Hour pdf
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
2104
  Curriculum Design

2:00pm CDT

(HS ELAR) Making It Common: Keepin It Clever (Hour 1)
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
2111
Session Cap: 25 people

In this collaborative session, teachers will work together to design and refine district common assessments that align with TEKS, support instructional goals, and provide meaningful data. Participants will review current assessments, ensure content clarity and rigor, and make adjustments to better support student learning and instructional planning.
Speakers
OO
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
2111
  Curriculum Design

2:00pm CDT

(HS Math) Power Hour: Think, Share, Build
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
1107
Power Hour
Looking for a space to brainstorm, problem-solve, or simply share ideas? Power Hour is an open think tank session designed to spark conversation, collaboration, and creative solutions. Bring your challenges, questions, or big ideas and connect with others who are ready to think it through with you. No agenda—just shared brainpower and fresh perspectives. Links are attached in the flyer and will be posted in the classroom.

Speakers
OO
Power Hour Flyer pdf
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
1107
  Curriculum Design

2:00pm CDT

(HS Science) Power Hour: Think, Share, Build
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
1105
Session Cap: 25 people

Power Hour
Looking for a space to brainstorm, problem-solve, or simply share ideas? Power Hour is an open think tank session designed to spark conversation, collaboration, and creative solutions. Bring your challenges, questions, or big ideas and connect with others who are ready to think it through with you. No agenda—just shared brainpower and fresh perspectives. Links are attached in the flyer and will be posted in the classroom.

Speakers
OO
Power Hour Flyer pdf
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
1105
  Curriculum Design

2:00pm CDT

(HS Social Studies) The Art of the DCA: Designing with Purpose (Hour 2)
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
2107
In this collaborative session, teachers will work together to design and refine district common assessments that align with TEKS, support instructional goals, and provide meaningful data. Participants will review current assessments, ensure content clarity and rigor, and make adjustments to better support student learning and instructional planning.
Speakers
OO
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
2107
  Curriculum Design

2:00pm CDT

(LOTE) Power Hour: Think, Share, Build
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
2105
Power Hour
Looking for a space to brainstorm, problem-solve, or simply share ideas? Power Hour is an open think tank session designed to spark conversation, collaboration, and creative solutions. Bring your challenges, questions, or big ideas and connect with others who are ready to think it through with you. No agenda—just shared brainpower and fresh perspectives. Links are attached in the flyer and will be posted in the classroom.

Speakers
OO
Power Hour Flyer pdf
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
2105
  Curriculum Design

2:00pm CDT

(MS ELAR) Assess to Impress: Crafting Quality DCAs (Hour 2)
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
2102
Session Cap: 25

In this collaborative session, teachers will work together to design and refine district common assessments that align with TEKS, support instructional goals, and provide meaningful data. Participants will review current assessments, ensure content clarity and rigor, and make adjustments to better support student learning and instructional planning.
Speakers
OO
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
2102
  Curriculum Design

2:00pm CDT

(MS Math) Power Hour: Think, Share, Build
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
1108
Power Hour
Looking for a space to brainstorm, problem-solve, or simply share ideas? Power Hour is an open think tank session designed to spark conversation, collaboration, and creative solutions. Bring your challenges, questions, or big ideas and connect with others who are ready to think it through with you. No agenda—just shared brainpower and fresh perspectives. Links are attached in the flyer and will be posted in the classroom.

Speakers
OO
Power Hour Flyer pdf
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
1108
  Curriculum Design

2:00pm CDT

(MS Science) Power Hour: Think, Share, Build
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
1106
Session Cap: 25

Power Hour
Looking for a space to brainstorm, problem-solve, or simply share ideas? Power Hour is an open think tank session designed to spark conversation, collaboration, and creative solutions. Bring your challenges, questions, or big ideas and connect with others who are ready to think it through with you. No agenda—just shared brainpower and fresh perspectives. Links are attached in the flyer and will be posted in the classroom.

Speakers
OO
Power Hour Flyer pdf
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
1106
  Curriculum Design

2:00pm CDT

(MS Social Studies) The Art of the DCA: Designing with Purpose (Hour 2)
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
2106
In this collaborative session, teachers will work together to design and refine district common assessments that align with TEKS, support instructional goals, and provide meaningful data. Participants will review current assessments, ensure content clarity and rigor, and make adjustments to better support student learning and instructional planning.
Speakers
OO
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
2106
  Curriculum Design

2:00pm CDT

(Secondary Electives) Power Hour: Think, Share, Build
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
1112
Power Hour
Looking for a space to brainstorm, problem-solve, or simply share ideas? Power Hour is an open think tank session designed to spark conversation, collaboration, and creative solutions. Bring your challenges, questions, or big ideas and connect with others who are ready to think it through with you. No agenda—just shared brainpower and fresh perspectives. Links are attached in the flyer and will be posted in the classroom.

Speakers
OO
Power Hour Flyer pdf
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
1112
  Curriculum Design

2:00pm CDT

(Secondary Only) Creative Thinking Toolkit: 5 Strategies to Use Tomorrow **GT - 1 Hour**
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
1125
Fuel curiosity and innovation in your classroom with quick, effective creative thinking strategies designed to engage GT learners and beyond. In this interactive session, you’ll explore five easy-to-implement techniques—like SCAMPER, forced connections, and divergent thinking prompts—that help students think outside the box and approach learning from new angles. You’ll leave with a ready-to-use toolkit of activities that can be applied across content areas to boost engagement, creativity, and higher-level thinking starting tomorrow.
Speakers
avatar for Andrea Butler

Andrea Butler

Instructional Coach, Legacy Ranch High School
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
1125
  Curriculum Design, G/T Update Hour

2:00pm CDT

(Secondary Only) Ready-to-Go Extension Activities: Build Your Own GT Resource Bank ** GT -1 Hour**
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
1114
Stop scrambling for “what’s next” for your fast finishers and GT students! In this hands-on session, you’ll explore examples of meaningful extension activities that go beyond busy work and truly challenge learners to think critically, creatively, and at higher levels of rigor. You’ll have time to create, share, and collaborate as you build your own bank of ready-to-use extension tasks tailored to your content area. Walk away with a collection of strategies and activities you can plug into your lessons right away—saving time while maximizing impact.
Speakers
avatar for Whitney Taylor
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
1114
  Curriculum Design, G/T Update Hour

2:00pm CDT

(Secondary Only)Ask Better Questions: Crafting High-Level Questions to Stretch Thinking ** GT - 1 Hour**
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
1103
The questions we ask shape the thinking our students do. In this interactive session, we’ll move beyond basic recall and focus on crafting high-level, open-ended questions that spark curiosity, promote critical thinking, and push GT students toward deeper understanding. You’ll explore practical questioning strategies, analyze examples, and have time to rework your own questions for an upcoming lesson. Leave with a bank of purposeful, thought-provoking questions ready to challenge and engage your students.
Speakers
avatar for Rhanda Schrank

Rhanda Schrank

Instructional Coach, Liberty Hill Middle School
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
1103
  Curriculum Design, G/T Update Hour

2:00pm CDT

(Secondary Only)Design It Now: Build a Choice Board for Your Next Unit **GT - 1 Hour**
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
1111
 Stop talking about differentiation and start doing it! In this hands-on session, you'll explore what makes an effective choice board that offers real challenge and engagement for all students—especially your GT learners. We’ll look at examples, share ideas, and break down the process step-by-step. You’ll have dedicated work time to design a choice board aligned to one of your upcoming units, with support and feedback along the way. Leave this session with a ready-to-use product that promotes voice, choice, and deeper thinking in your classroom.

Speakers
avatar for Sherry Grace

Sherry Grace

Secondary Curriculum Coordinator, Liberty Hill ISD
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
1111
  Curriculum Design, G/T Update Hour

2:00pm CDT

2nd RLA Curriculum Think Tank
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
2126 / 2124
Session Cap: 35 people

We invite 2nd Grade educators to join a focused and collaborative professional learning session designed to fine-tune and enhance our RLA curriculum in preparation for the 2025–2026 school year. This session will provide opportunities for educators to review, reflect, and provide final input on key components of the curriculum and assessments that support student success.
During this session, participants will:
  • Review and provide final feedback on the 2025–2026 Year-at-a-Glance, ensuring its alignment with the 2nd grade report card and that it meets both instructional and assessment goals
  • Examine the updated QPA Assessment, with a particular focus on incorporating multisyllabic words
Speakers
avatar for Kyndall Boone

Kyndall Boone

Elementary Curriculum Coordinator, Liberty Hill ISD
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
2126 / 2124
  Curriculum Design

2:00pm CDT

3rd-4th Grade Math Curriculum Think Tank
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
1118
Session Cap: 35 people
Join the 3rd-4th Grade Math Curriculum Think Tank where we will give feedback on the new YAAG and engage in meaningful discussions around curriculum. Together, we’ll share insights, identify needs, and strengthen instructional planning.
Speakers
avatar for Caroline Montgomery

Caroline Montgomery

Elementary Curriculum Coordinator - Math & Science, Central Office
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
1118
  Curriculum Design

2:00pm CDT

3rd-5th Extension & Enrichment YAAG: All Content Make & Take (Hour 2) **1 Hour - GT Update**
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
1121
***1 Hour of G/T Update Credit***
Session Cap: 45 people
We have created a resource bank of extension and enrichment activities for each unit. (Yes...every grade and content area 3-5!) Join us as we explore the resources and then you'll have the opportunity to curate your own extension and enrichment YAAG for next year so you can roll into August with high-level, engaging activities ready to go! 
Speakers
MG

Megan Garner

Teacher, Santa Rita Elementary
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
1121
  Curriculum Design, G/T Update Hour

2:00pm CDT

3rd-5th RLA Station Make & Take (Hour 2)
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
1120
Session Cap: 45 people
Set the stage for a successful 2025–2026 school year with this interactive, hands-on professional learning experience designed for 3rd–5th grade educators! In this Make & Take session, you’ll dive into the power of literacy stations that target the essential areas of Reading, Writing, Word Study/Spelling, and Reader’s Theater—and walk away with ready-to-use materials and a clear plan for implementation. This session is built for teachers who want to make their literacy block more engaging, purposeful, and student-centered. You'll have time to explore fresh station ideas, create materials tailored to your classroom, and develop a custom scope and sequence to guide your literacy stations throughout the school year.
Speakers
CE

Christina Espinoza

Instructional Coach, BBE
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
1120
  Curriculum Design

2:00pm CDT

3rd-5th Science Resource Make & Take
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
1124
Session Cap: 25 people
Are you looking for fresh, engaging ways to support your priority TEKS in science? Join us for a make & take session where you'll explore resources like Minecraft Education and Google Earth to enhance your lesson plans from teachers that are already doing it! Work alongside science teachers from across the district to create and share ready-to-use resources. Walk away with practical, classroom-ready materials that will deepen student engagement and understanding.
Speakers
avatar for Marcelline Pearson

Marcelline Pearson

Teacher, Rancho Sienna Elementary
avatar for Julie Clark

Julie Clark

Teacher, Bill Burden Elementary
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
1124
  Curriculum Design

2:00pm CDT

3rd-5th Word Study Make & Take (Hour 2)
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
1122
Session Cap: 25 people
Are you looking to enhance your word study instruction in upper elementary classrooms? Join us for an interactive and hands-on session focused on the key components of word study: fluency routines, whole group instruction, small group instruction, and spelling pattern assessments. In this “Make & Take” session, you will leave with practical tools, routines, and a plan to seamlessly integrate word study into your existing Reading Language Arts block. Whether you’re an experienced teacher or new to word study, this session will equip you with the knowledge, resources, and confidence to elevate your word study instruction and foster greater student success. Don’t miss this opportunity to collaborate with fellow educators and take home practical tools that will make an immediate impact in your classroom!
Speakers
avatar for Jenni Redick
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
1122
  Curriculum Design

2:00pm CDT

From 8th Advanced to Honors Biology: Discussion ** 1 Hour - GT Credit **
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
1104
This session brings together 8th grade advanced science and high school biology teachers to align expectations, identify key content overlaps, and discuss instructional strategies that support a smooth transition into Honors Biology. The goal is to ensure continuity in rigor, vocabulary, and scientific thinking for students entering high school science pathways.
Speakers
avatar for Julie Covington
SD
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
1104
  Curriculum Design, G/T Update Hour

2:00pm CDT

K-2 RLA Station Make & Take (Hour 2)
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
2122
Session Cap: 25 people

Jumpstart your 2025–2026 school year with a hands-on, practical professional learning session designed specifically for K–2 educators! In this engaging Make & Take, you’ll explore effective literacy station ideas across the key areas of Reading, Writing, Phonics, and Listening Skills—and then roll up your sleeves to create them. Whether you're just getting started with stations or looking to refresh your current approach, this session will provide the inspiration and structured time you need. You’ll leave not only with ready-to-use station materials, but can also create a personalized station plan and scope & sequence to guide your literacy instruction all year long.
Speakers
avatar for Samantha Campbell

Samantha Campbell

Instructional Coach, Louine Noble Elementary
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
2122
  Curriculum Design

2:00pm CDT

K-2 Science Savvas Playlists
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
2129
Session Cap: 25 people

Looking for a way to save time and streamline your science lessons in Savvas? In this K-2 session, teachers will model how to create efficient, editable playlists that reduce clicks and support team planning. Similar to a music playlist, a Savvas playlist is a curated sequence of lessons, Google Slides, resources, videos, assessments, and custom content—all organized in one place for easy sharing and access. You'll have time to build your own, digitally share with other campuses, and walk away with ready-to-use playlists for your science units next year!
Speakers
avatar for Kelsey Valdez
AT

Asher Thompson

Teacher, Rancho Sienna Elementary
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
2129
  Curriculum Design

2:00pm CDT

K-5 AI Science Enhancements Make & Take (Hour 2)
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
2121
Session Cap: 45 people

Join us as we create engaging, AI-enhanced supplemental science resources. In this hands-on session, participants will explore tools like Diffit for differentiated science reading, Eduaide for game based activities, and AI-powered music generators for catchy science songs. Discover how to integrate online lab simulations such as PhET and Legends of Learning to bring concepts to life, and build interactive choice boards using MagicSchool templates. Leave with ready-to-use resources and the skills to keep creating long after the session ends!
Speakers
MM

Marcy Mueller

Instructional Coach, LHE
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
2121
  Curriculum Design

2:00pm CDT

K-5 Math BTC Tasks Make & Take (Hour 2)
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
2125 / 2127
Session Cap: 35 people

Join us for a Make & Take session where you'll create engaging thinking tasks for your math classroom. Work with your team—or collaborate with other teams across the district—to create and customize tasks aligned to priority concepts in your math units. Walk away with a ready-to-use collection of meaningful thinking tasks to implement next year with your kids! Bring your campus copies of Classroom-Ready Rich Math Tasks and Math Tasks for the Thinking Classroom (green book) with you. 
Speakers
avatar for Sarah Keller

Sarah Keller

Instructional Coach, BWE
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
2125 / 2127
  Curriculum Design

2:00pm CDT

K-5 Math Resource Digital Make & Take (Hour 2)
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
1119
Session Cap: 45 people
In this collaborative session, teachers will create and share supplemental math resources focused on priority concepts in the K-5 math units. Use this time to bring ideas to life—whether it’s stations, choice boards, lesson materials, or catchy math songs. Look at some examples to spark inspiration and leave with classroom-ready creations!
Speakers
avatar for Christina Tucker

Christina Tucker

Instructional Coach, Tierra Rosa Elementary
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
1119
  Curriculum Design

2:00pm CDT

Kinder-2nd Extension & Enrichment YAAG: All Content Make & Take (Hour 2) **1 Hour - GT Update**
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
2123
Session Cap: 50 people

We have created a resource bank of extension and enrichment activities for each unit. (Yes...every grade and content area K-2!) Join us as we explore the resources and then you'll have the opportunity to curate your own extension and enrichment YAAG for next year so you can roll into August with high-level, engaging activities ready to go! 
Speakers
avatar for Alison Jalufka

Alison Jalufka

Instructional Coach, Ranch Sienna Elementary
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
2123
  Curriculum Design, G/T Update Hour

2:00pm CDT

Transition from 5th to 6th Grade Math Discussion
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
1109
In this collaborative session, 5th and 6th grade math teachers will come together to discuss key transition points between elementary and middle school math. Topics will include priority standards, skill gaps, pacing alignment, and instructional strategies to ensure a smooth and successful experience for all students moving into 6th grade.
Speakers
avatar for Audra Cozart

Audra Cozart

Teacher, Liberty Hill Middle School
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
1109
  Curriculum Design

3:00pm CDT

(6-12 ELAR) From Draft to Data: Making the Most of Writable
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
2102
Session Cap: 25

Discover how Writable can support every step of the writing process—from student drafts to actionable data. In this session, teachers will explore key features of Writable, learn how to provide meaningful feedback, and use student performance data to inform instruction. Whether you're new to the platform or looking to deepen your practice, this session will help you leverage Writable to enhance writing instruction and boost student growth.
Speakers
avatar for Dimitra Becker

Dimitra Becker

English/Honors & Coach, LH High School
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
2102
  Curriculum Design

3:00pm CDT

(6-12 ELAR) Patterns of Power Resource: Make, Take & Share
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
2111
Session Cap: 25

Dive into Patterns of Power in this interactive session focused on exploring grammar through authentic writing. Teachers will create ready-to-use mini-lessons, collaborate on ideas, and share best practices for implementation. Leave with practical resources and a renewed approach to teaching grammar in context.
Speakers
avatar for Kristina Boren
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
2111
  Curriculum Design

3:00pm CDT

(6-12 Social Studies) Beyond the Basics: Digging Deep into Savvas Resources
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
2107
In this hands-on session, teachers will take time to closely examine their instructional materials—identifying strengths, gaps, and opportunities for alignment with standards and student needs. Participants will collaborate to evaluate how resources support instructional goals and discuss strategies for intentional planning and adaptation. Bring your curiosity and your materials—we’re diving deep! Links are attached in the flyer and will be posted in the classroom. 
Speakers
OO
HS SS Textbook pdf
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
2107
  Curriculum Design

3:00pm CDT

(CTE) Power Hour: Think, Share, Build
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
2104
Session Cap: 25 people
Power Hour
Looking for a space to brainstorm, problem-solve, or simply share ideas? Power Hour is an open think tank session designed to spark conversation, collaboration, and creative solutions. Bring your challenges, questions, or big ideas and connect with others who are ready to think it through with you. No agenda—just shared brainpower and fresh perspectives. Links are attached in the flyer and will be posted in the classroom.  
Speakers
OO
Power Hour Flyer pdf
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
2104
  Curriculum Design

3:00pm CDT

(HS Math) Power Hour: Think, Share, Build - Hour 2
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
1107
Power Hour
Looking for a space to brainstorm, problem-solve, or simply share ideas? Power Hour is an open think tank session designed to spark conversation, collaboration, and creative solutions. Bring your challenges, questions, or big ideas and connect with others who are ready to think it through with you. No agenda—just shared brainpower and fresh perspectives. Links are attached in the flyer and will be posted in the classroom.

Speakers
OO
Power Hour Flyer pdf
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
1107
  Curriculum Design

3:00pm CDT

(HS Science) Power Hour: Think, Share, Build - Hour 2
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
1105
Session Cap: 25 people

Power Hour
Looking for a space to brainstorm, problem-solve, or simply share ideas? Power Hour is an open think tank session designed to spark conversation, collaboration, and creative solutions. Bring your challenges, questions, or big ideas and connect with others who are ready to think it through with you. No agenda—just shared brainpower and fresh perspectives. Links are attached in the flyer and will be posted in the classroom.

Speakers
OO
Power Hour Flyer pdf
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
1105
  Curriculum Design

3:00pm CDT

(LOTE) Power Hour: Think, Share, Build - Hour 2
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
2105
Power Hour
Looking for a space to brainstorm, problem-solve, or simply share ideas? Power Hour is an open think tank session designed to spark conversation, collaboration, and creative solutions. Bring your challenges, questions, or big ideas and connect with others who are ready to think it through with you. No agenda—just shared brainpower and fresh perspectives. Links are attached in the flyer and will be posted in the classroom.

Speakers
OO
Power Hour Flyer pdf
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
2105
  Curriculum Design

3:00pm CDT

(MS Math) Power Hour: Think, Share, Build - Hour 2
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
1108
Power Hour
Looking for a space to brainstorm, problem-solve, or simply share ideas? Power Hour is an open think tank session designed to spark conversation, collaboration, and creative solutions. Bring your challenges, questions, or big ideas and connect with others who are ready to think it through with you. No agenda—just shared brainpower and fresh perspectives. Links are attached in the flyer and will be posted in the classroom.

Speakers
OO
Power Hour Flyer pdf
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
1108
  Curriculum Design

3:00pm CDT

(MS Science) HMH Unboxed: Tools, Tips, and Teacher Wins
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
1104
In this hands-on session, teachers will take time to closely examine their instructional materials—identifying strengths, gaps, and opportunities for alignment with standards and student needs. Participants will collaborate to evaluate how resources support instructional goals and discuss strategies for intentional planning and adaptation. Bring your curiosity and your materials—we’re diving deep!
Speakers
avatar for Mark Kizer

Mark Kizer

7th Grade Science Teacher/Coach, Liberty Hill Middle School
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
1104
  Curriculum Design

3:00pm CDT

(MS Science) Power Hour: Think, Share, Build - Hour 2
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
1106
Session Cap: 25 people

Power Hour
Looking for a space to brainstorm, problem-solve, or simply share ideas? Power Hour is an open think tank session designed to spark conversation, collaboration, and creative solutions. Bring your challenges, questions, or big ideas and connect with others who are ready to think it through with you. No agenda—just shared brainpower and fresh perspectives. Links are attached in the flyer and will be posted in the classroom.

Speakers
OO
Power Hour Flyer pdf
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
1106
  Curriculum Design

3:00pm CDT

(Secondary Electives) Power Hour: Think, Share, Build - Hour 2
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
1112
Power Hour
Looking for a space to brainstorm, problem-solve, or simply share ideas? Power Hour is an open think tank session designed to spark conversation, collaboration, and creative solutions. Bring your challenges, questions, or big ideas and connect with others who are ready to think it through with you. No agenda—just shared brainpower and fresh perspectives. Links are attached in the flyer and will be posted in the classroom.

Speakers
OO
Power Hour Flyer pdf
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
1112
  Curriculum Design

3:00pm CDT

(Secondary Only) Creative Thinking Toolkit: 5 Strategies to Use Tomorrow **GT - 1 Hour**
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
1125
Fuel curiosity and innovation in your classroom with quick, effective creative thinking strategies designed to engage GT learners and beyond. In this interactive session, you’ll explore five easy-to-implement techniques—like SCAMPER, forced connections, and divergent thinking prompts—that help students think outside the box and approach learning from new angles. You’ll leave with a ready-to-use toolkit of activities that can be applied across content areas to boost engagement, creativity, and higher-level thinking starting tomorrow.
Speakers
avatar for Andrea Butler

Andrea Butler

Instructional Coach, Legacy Ranch High School
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
1125
  Curriculum Design, G/T Update Hour

3:00pm CDT

(Secondary Only) Ready-to-Go Extension Activities: Build Your Own GT Resource Bank ** GT -1 Hour**
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
1114
Stop scrambling for “what’s next” for your fast finishers and GT students! In this hands-on session, you’ll explore examples of meaningful extension activities that go beyond busy work and truly challenge learners to think critically, creatively, and at higher levels of rigor. You’ll have time to create, share, and collaborate as you build your own bank of ready-to-use extension tasks tailored to your content area. Walk away with a collection of strategies and activities you can plug into your lessons right away—saving time while maximizing impact.
Speakers
avatar for Whitney Taylor
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
1114
  Curriculum Design, G/T Update Hour

3:00pm CDT

(Secondary Only)Ask Better Questions: Crafting High-Level Questions to Stretch Thinking ** GT - 1 Hour**
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
1103
The questions we ask shape the thinking our students do. In this interactive session, we’ll move beyond basic recall and focus on crafting high-level, open-ended questions that spark curiosity, promote critical thinking, and push GT students toward deeper understanding. You’ll explore practical questioning strategies, analyze examples, and have time to rework your own questions for an upcoming lesson. Leave with a bank of purposeful, thought-provoking questions ready to challenge and engage your students.
Speakers
avatar for Rhanda Schrank

Rhanda Schrank

Instructional Coach, Liberty Hill Middle School
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
1103
  Curriculum Design, G/T Update Hour

3:00pm CDT

(Secondary Only)Design It Now: Build a Choice Board for Your Next Unit **GT - 1 Hour**
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
1111
 Stop talking about differentiation and start doing it! In this hands-on session, you'll explore what makes an effective choice board that offers real challenge and engagement for all students—especially your GT learners. We’ll look at examples, share ideas, and break down the process step-by-step. You’ll have dedicated work time to design a choice board aligned to one of your upcoming units, with support and feedback along the way. Leave this session with a ready-to-use product that promotes voice, choice, and deeper thinking in your classroom.

Speakers
avatar for Sherry Grace

Sherry Grace

Secondary Curriculum Coordinator, Liberty Hill ISD
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
1111
  Curriculum Design, G/T Update Hour

3:00pm CDT

3rd-5th Extension & Enrichment YAAG: All Content Make & Take (Hour 3) **1 Hour - GT Update**
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
1121
***1 Hour of G/T Update Credit***
Session Cap: 45 people
We have created a resource bank of extension and enrichment activities for each unit. (Yes...every grade and content area 3-5!) Join us as we explore the resources and then you'll have the opportunity to curate your own extension and enrichment YAAG for next year so you can roll into August with high-level, engaging activities ready to go! 
Speakers
MG

Megan Garner

Teacher, Santa Rita Elementary
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
1121
  Curriculum Design, G/T Update Hour

3:00pm CDT

3rd-5th RLA Station Make & Take (Hour 3)
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
1120
Session Cap: 45 people
Set the stage for a successful 2025–2026 school year with this interactive, hands-on professional learning experience designed for 3rd–5th grade educators! In this Make & Take session, you’ll dive into the power of literacy stations that target the essential areas of Reading, Writing, Word Study/Spelling, and Reader’s Theater—and walk away with ready-to-use materials and a clear plan for implementation. This session is built for teachers who want to make their literacy block more engaging, purposeful, and student-centered. You'll have time to explore fresh station ideas, create materials tailored to your classroom, and develop a custom scope and sequence to guide your literacy stations throughout the school year.
Speakers
CE

Christina Espinoza

Instructional Coach, BBE
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
1120
  Curriculum Design

3:00pm CDT

3rd-5th Word Study Make & Take (Hour 3)
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
1122
Session Cap: 25 people
Are you looking to enhance your word study instruction in upper elementary classrooms? Join us for an interactive and hands-on session focused on the key components of word study: fluency routines, whole group instruction, small group instruction, and spelling pattern assessments. In this “Make & Take” session, you will leave with practical tools, routines, and a plan to seamlessly integrate word study into your existing Reading Language Arts block. Whether you’re an experienced teacher or new to word study, this session will equip you with the knowledge, resources, and confidence to elevate your word study instruction and foster greater student success. Don’t miss this opportunity to collaborate with fellow educators and take home practical tools that will make an immediate impact in your classroom!
Speakers
avatar for Jenni Redick
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
1122
  Curriculum Design

3:00pm CDT

8th Math to Algebra 1: Discussion
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
1110
Join us for a collaborative conversation focused on the transition from 8th Grade Math to Algebra 1. Teachers will explore key readiness skills, review vertical alignment, and identify areas where scaffolding or acceleration may be needed. This session is designed to foster shared understanding and build continuity between grade levels to better support student success in Algebra 1.
Speakers
HD

Haleigh Dorsett

Liberty Hill ISD
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
1110
  Curriculum Design

3:00pm CDT

From 8th Advanced Social Studies to AP Social Studies: Discussion ** 1 Hour - GT Credit **
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
2106
This collaborative session invites 8th grade advanced social studies and AP teachers to explore the learning progression across middle and high school. Participants will discuss the academic and skill-based shifts needed for students to successfully transition into a variety of AP Social Studies courses, including AP Human Geography, AP U.S. History, and others. Focus areas include vertical alignment, critical thinking skills, academic vocabulary, and strategies to build readiness for rigorous coursework.
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Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
2106
  Curriculum Design, G/T Update Hour

3:00pm CDT

K- 5 Math Resource Digital Make & Take (Hour 3)
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
1119
Session Cap: 45 people
In this collaborative session, teachers will create and share supplemental math resources focused on priority concepts in the K-5 math units. Use this time to bring ideas to life—whether it’s stations, choice boards, lesson materials, or catchy math songs. Look at some examples to spark inspiration and leave with classroom-ready creations!
Speakers
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Christina Tucker

Instructional Coach, Tierra Rosa Elementary
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
1119
  Curriculum Design

3:00pm CDT

K-2 RLA Station Make & Take (Hour 3)
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
2122
Session Cap: 25 people

Jumpstart your 2025–2026 school year with a hands-on, practical professional learning session designed specifically for K–2 educators! In this engaging Make & Take, you’ll explore effective literacy station ideas across the key areas of Reading, Writing, Phonics, and Listening Skills—and then roll up your sleeves to create them. Whether you're just getting started with stations or looking to refresh your current approach, this session will provide the inspiration and structured time you need. You’ll leave not only with ready-to-use station materials, but can also create a personalized station plan and scope & sequence to guide your literacy instruction all year long.
Speakers
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Samantha Campbell

Instructional Coach, Louine Noble Elementary
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
2122
  Curriculum Design

3:00pm CDT

K-5 AI Science Enhancements Make & Take (Hour 3)
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
2121
Session Cap: 45 people

Join us as we create engaging, AI-enhanced supplemental science resources. In this hands-on session, participants will explore tools like Diffit for differentiated science reading, Eduaide for game based activities, and AI-powered music generators for catchy science songs. Discover how to integrate online lab simulations such as PhET and Legends of Learning to bring concepts to life, and build interactive choice boards using MagicSchool templates. Leave with ready-to-use resources and the skills to keep creating long after the session ends!
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Marcy Mueller

Instructional Coach, LHE
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
2121
  Curriculum Design

3:00pm CDT

K-5 Math BTC Tasks Make & Take (Hour 3)
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
2125 / 2127
Session Cap: 35 people

Join us for a Make & Take session where you'll create engaging thinking tasks for your math classroom. Work with your team—or collaborate with other teams across the district—to create and customize tasks aligned to priority concepts in your math units. Walk away with a ready-to-use collection of meaningful thinking tasks to implement next year with your kids! Bring your campus copies of Classroom-Ready Rich Math Tasks and Math Tasks for the Thinking Classroom (green book) with you. 
Speakers
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Sarah Keller

Instructional Coach, BWE
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
2125 / 2127
  Curriculum Design

3:00pm CDT

Kinder-2nd Extension & Enrichment YAAG: All Content Make & Take (Hour 3) **1 Hour - GT Update**
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
2123
Session Cap: 50 people

We have created a resource bank of extension and enrichment activities for each unit. (Yes...every grade and content area K-2!) Join us as we explore the resources and then you'll have the opportunity to curate your own extension and enrichment YAAG for next year so you can roll into August with high-level, engaging activities ready to go! 
Speakers
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Alison Jalufka

Instructional Coach, Ranch Sienna Elementary
Tuesday May 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
2123
  Curriculum Design, G/T Update Hour
 
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