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Prosper Connects '26
Prosper Connects 26: Your Ultimate Professional Learning Adventure!
Get Ready for the most incredible day of learning in Prosper ISD! July 30th at Walnut Grove High School | Over 300 Sessions Await!

Calling all educators! Prepare for a day packed with inspiration, innovation, and incredible learning opportunities. From the electrifying drumline welcome to the delicious indoor lunch options from the Walnut Grove cafeteria serving up a variety of food, this isn’t just another professional development day – it’s a celebration of education!
✨ Highlights:
  • 👕Attire: Favorite Team Jersey, jeans, and comfortable shoes
  • 🚍Grab the Shuttle from Rock Hill HS (16061 N Coit Rd, Frisco, TX 750) for easy parking (runs every 20 min)
  • 🥁 Epic Drumline Kick-Off
  • ☕Breakfast Options: Union Coffee and Baked Goods & Sonic
  • 🌮 INSIDE Lunch options provided by Aramark and Hardy’s Cafe: Union Coffee, Cane’s, Chick-fil-A, Jimmy John’s, Sonic, Pizza Hut, Greens & Grains, Sushi, Taco Line, & Hardy’s Cafe
  • 🧠 GT Credit Sessions Available (sessions that are orange = GT)
  • 📚 Up to 6 Professional Learning Hours
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Thursday, July 30
 

8:00am CDT

Interactive Read Aloud: Mastering Intentional Discourse for Deeper Comprehension (246)
Thursday July 30, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1212
Transform your read-alouds from a passive listening experience into a powerhouse for student thinking. In this session, participants will learn how to intentionally plan and deliver interactive read-alouds that promote meaningful student discourse and ensure the rich thinking transfers to students’ independent reading and writing.
Speakers
avatar for Heather Garavaglia

Heather Garavaglia

Librarian, Prosper ISD
Thursday July 30, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1212
  Instructional, K-2, 3-5

8:00am CDT

Navigating the ELAR Workshop in 1st Grade (beginner) (206)
Thursday July 30, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1218
The ELAR Workshop is a powerful structure used to support high levels of literacy growth. This session explores the architecture of the ELAR workshop, focusing on how to build student agency through choice and voice. We’ll navigate the challenges of fostering deep engagement during independent reading and writing, and explore how to use conferring as a bridge to student mastery.
Speakers
avatar for Brittany O'Leary
Thursday July 30, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1218
  Instructional, K-2

8:00am CDT

Phonics Foundations: A Guide to a Week in the Life of First Grade Phonics (290)
Thursday July 30, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1214
This session provides essential support for teachers new to the PISD phonics curriculum. We will explore our framework in a "Week at a Glance" approach and teach the basics of our research based phonics routines that balance explicit instruction, guided practice, and independent application.
Speakers
avatar for Kate Johnson
Thursday July 30, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1214
  Instructional, K-2

8:00am CDT

Small Steps, Giant Leaps: Cultivating Early Agency for Long-Term Readiness (233)
Thursday July 30, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1121
Think College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR) is strictly for high schoolers? Think again. This session reframes the K–5 "Explorer" phase, shifting it from passive career awareness to active problem-solving and critical thinking. We will move beyond the classroom walls to transition students from Curious Observers into Active Investigators. By intentionally fostering academic stamina and self-awareness in the early years, we empower our learners to break boundaries—unlocking advanced coursework and elite CTE pathways long before they ever set foot on a secondary campus. Participants will leave with a clear roadmap to navigate the unique programs and pathways available within Prosper ISD, ensuring every student is equipped to own their future.
Speakers
SM
JP
Thursday July 30, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1121
  Instructional, K-2, 3-5

8:00am CDT

The Roving Framework: Adapting Literacy Scaffolds for Problem Solving (57)
Thursday July 30, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1219
Tired of students getting "stuck" on multi-step problems or staring at blank pages during writing? In this hands-on session, you’ll learn how to adapt the "Roving Paragraph" strategy into a high-engagement, collaborative rotation. We will explore how to use this movement-based technique to tackle the 6-Step Problem Solving Framework in Math and paragraph construction in ELAR. Leave with a "plug-and-play" strategy that turns individual struggle into collective success!
Speakers
avatar for Kelsey Longtin

Kelsey Longtin

Instructional Coach
Thursday July 30, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1219
  Instructional, K-2, 3-5

9:00am CDT

A Day in the Life of Pre-K: Understanding Early Learning Through Play (62)
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2225
This session is designed for new Pre-K teachers and kindergarten teachers who would benefit from understanding the structure of a blended Pre-K classroom. Participants will explore how play-based learning drives instruction while teachers differentiate instruction, collect observational data, assess student growth, utilize flexible grouping, and collaborate to support the development of young learners. This professional learning session provides educators with a window into what a typical day looks like in a high-quality Pre-K classroom. Participants will explore how early childhood learning is intentionally designed through play-based experiences, hands-on exploration, and language-rich interactions. The session highlights the essential Pre-K standards, the blended Pre-K classroom model, and developmentally appropriate instructional practices that support young learners. Participants will gain insight into how foundational skills in literacy, math, language, and social development are nurtured through structured routines, learning centers, and purposeful teacher interactions. Through hands-on activities and real classroom examples, teachers will learn how play serves as a powerful tool for developing problem-solving, communication, and independence in young children. By the end of the session, educators will leave with a deeper understanding of the Pre-K learning environment and how it prepares students for future academic success.
Speakers
PM

Penny Morgan

Early Childhood Special Education Teacher, Prosper ISD
Hello!

I currently teach Pre-K with Prosper ISD and this is my 4th year attending this workshop! I absolutely love it and cannot wait to learn new and innovative ways to help my students learn and grow! This is my 15th year in early childhood special education and my 5th year with ECSE in... Read More →
avatar for Laura Boyett
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2225
  Instructional, Pre K, K-2

9:00am CDT

Engaging Students from Start to Finish with TEKS based Activities in TX Science! (Grade K-2) (413)
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1210
Engage your students with Texas Science built in Page Keeley probes and PhotoStart/Photo Finish activities. Page Keeley probes provide formative assessment at thebeginning of the lesson so you can calculate just how much time needs to be spent onconcepts and at the end of the lesson to show just how much they have learned. PhotoStart/Photo finish activities use photos to strengthen observations, inferencing, andreasoning skills. Take your students to the next level through discourse and reasoning!
Speakers
CC

Carol Carter

McGraw Hill
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1210
  Instructional, K-2

9:00am CDT

First Day Jitters (217)
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1102
The bell rings. Students walk in. All eyes are on you—now what? This session is for brand-new teachers and experienced educators alike who want to feel confident and prepared on day one. Learn simple, effective strategies to calm your nerves, connect with students, and start the year on the right foot.
Speakers
avatar for Autumn Cama

Autumn Cama

5th Grade Teacher
Hi there! I am a passionate teacher, who loves not only students but teachers as well. My dream is for new and veteran teachers alike to feel successful, confident, and calm about their first day of school! I have been an educator in Prosper ISD for five sweet years at Cockrell Elementary... Read More →
avatar for Ginger Hoffman

Ginger Hoffman

Teacher
Hi! I’m Ginger Hoffman, a wife and mother of six, entering my fifth year teaching 4th Grade ELAR and Texas History at Cockrell Elementary. Before moving to Prosper, I taught at a low socioeconomic school and worked in a GED program for adults in Lawton, Oklahoma.

Coming from a m... Read More →
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1102
  Instructional, K-2, 3-5

9:00am CDT

From Scribbles to Stories: Scaffolding the Kindergarten Writer's Workshop (beginner) (277)
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1124
How do we move from "scribbles on a page" to intentional, self-regulated writing? Using the principles outlined in Visible Learning and the Gradual Release of Responsibility, this session equips Kindergarten teachers with strategies needed to launch and sustain a successful Writer’s Workshop.
Participants will explore how to transition from Teacher Modeling (I Do) to Collaborative Writing (We Do) and finally to Independent Application (You Do), ensuring every student—regardless of their starting point—sees themselves as an author.
Speakers
avatar for Beth Stober
avatar for Michelle Brantzeg

Michelle Brantzeg

Kindergarten Teacher
With 22 years in education, including 17 years in kindergarten, I am passionate about creating a classroom where young learners feel supported, confident, and excited to learn. I hold a Master’s degree in Elementary Math and Language Arts and love helping children grow academically... Read More →
TM

Tricia Myrie

Literacy Consultant
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1124
  Instructional, K-2

9:00am CDT

Lights On, Voices Up: Launching an Elementary Theater Club that Builds Community and Belonging (415)
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1237
This session provides a step-by-step guide to launching and sustaining a successful elementary theater club. Participants will explore program structure, rehearsal processes, production planning, budgeting, and strategies for growing a fully funded and community-supported program. Beyond performance, elementary theater builds confidence, collaboration skills, and gives students a powerful outlet to find and use their voice. Learn how to create a theater experience that empowers students, engages families, strengthens campus culture, and becomes a sought-after opportunity for students.
Speakers
avatar for Nancy Allen

Nancy Allen

Elementary Music Teacher, Stuber Elementary
avatar for Amy Darling
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1237
  Instructional, K-2, 3-5

9:00am CDT

Literacy Library Unlocked: Grades K-1 (73)
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1233
This session will offer teachers the opportunity to learn about the campus literacy library and all it has to offer. We will walk participants through responsive ELAR Small Group Instruction using the resources found in the literacy library (leveled texts, lesson folders, decodable texts, Reading/Writing strategies books). We will also discuss how to incorporate responsive writing instruction with the literacy library resources in the literacy small group structure. We will also talk through how teaching up can be accomplished through small group while using the lesson folder as a starting point.
Speakers
avatar for Jessica Fowler

Jessica Fowler

Instructional Coach, Prosper ISD
avatar for Kirby Jarzombek
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1233
  Instructional, K-2

9:00am CDT

Literacy Workshop: Where Reading adn Writing Converge (122)
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1214
How can you help students read like a writer and write like a reader? In literacy workshop classrooms, students inhale author's words and ideas and exhale their own interpretations and extensions of those thoughts in conversations and responses.
Speakers
avatar for Jenn Stinnett

Jenn Stinnett

Reading Specialist
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1214
  Instructional, K-2, 3-5

9:00am CDT

Navigating the ELAR Workshop in 2nd Grade (beginner) (204)
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1223
The ELAR Workshop is a powerful structure used to support high levels of literacy growth. This session explores the architecture of the ELAR workshop, focusing on how to build student agency through choice and voice. We’ll navigate the challenges of fostering deep engagement during independent reading and writing, and explore how to use conferring as a bridge to student mastery.
Speakers
avatar for Sarah Corrigan
DV
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1223
  Instructional, K-2

9:00am CDT

Navigating the ELAR Workshop in Kindergarten (beginner) (208)
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1218
The ELAR Workshop is a powerful structure used to support high levels of literacy growth. This session explores the architecture of the ELAR workshop, focusing on how to build student agency through choice and voice. We’ll navigate the challenges of fostering deep engagement during independent reading and writing, and explore how to use conferring as a bridge to student mastery.
Speakers
avatar for Meg Stevens

Meg Stevens

Kindergarten Teacher, Prosper ISD
avatar for Shelby Matthews

Shelby Matthews

Kindergarten Teacher, Bryant Elementary
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1218
  Instructional, K-2

9:00am CDT

Ready, Set, Strike! (33)
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
GYM- AUX 2
From pickleball to hockey and more, this session explores striking with long- and short-handled implements through fun, game-based activities.Come ready to play!
Speakers
avatar for Kelli Smith

Kelli Smith

PE Teacher/ Elementary PE Coordinator, Baker Elementary
My name is Kelli Smith and I teach K-5 PE at Baker Elementary! I am also the PISD Elementary PE Coordinator. I am passionate about quality PE and collaborating with other teachers to create engaging and fun activities for our students!
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
GYM- AUX 2
  Instructional, K-2, 3-5

9:00am CDT

Shared Reading: Fostering a Love of Literacy in Grades K-2 (93)
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1217
This session will explore the key elements of an effective Shared Reading lesson in K–2 classrooms, including intentional text selection, explicit teacher modeling of reading strategies, and structured opportunities for student discourse and engagement.
Speakers
avatar for Kellis Webb

Kellis Webb

Literacy Coach
My name is Kellis Webb and I have dedicated 23 years to education, spending 21 of those years in the kindergarten classroom.  For the past two years, I have stepped into the role of literacy coach, focusing on Reading Academy and supporting the diverse literacy needs of both students... Read More →
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1217
  Instructional, K-2

9:00am CDT

Sing, Play, Create: Even More Songs & Games for K-2 Music (54)
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1100
Even more singing games, dances, and activities for Kindergarten through 2nd grade! This session is geared toward Elementary Music teachers and will incorporate concepts from the Prosper Music Curriculum for new and experienced teachers alike.
Speakers
avatar for Corey Fisher
avatar for Kristin Vogt
Thursday July 30, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
1100
  Instructional, K-2

10:00am CDT

Building Leaders: Student Council at the Elementary Level (25)
Thursday July 30, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1202
Wondering how to get the most of your student council experience? Let's collaborate with a roundtable discussion on what is working for you and how you can build your students' leadership capacity. Come ready to share and leave with inspiration for next year's young leaders.
Speakers
avatar for Kim Cooper

Kim Cooper

GT Specialist
avatar for Karen Hutchinson

Karen Hutchinson

Kindergarten Teacher, Prosper ISD
Thursday July 30, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1202
  Instructional, K-2, 3-5, 6-8

10:00am CDT

Creating Confident Writers in the Primary Writer's Workshop (Grades 1 and 2)- Advance (280)
Thursday July 30, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1124
In this session, teachers will learn the instructional "moves" that have the highest impact on student achievement, focusing on how to help 1st and 2nd graders move from simple labeling to sophisticated, multi-sentence narrative and informational structures.
Speakers
TM

Tricia Myrie

Literacy Consultant
Thursday July 30, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1124
  Instructional, K-2

10:00am CDT

Heggerty PK - 1st (94)
Thursday July 30, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1217
Fast, fun, and effective! Heggerty is a 10-minute daily lesson that delivers explicit instruction in critical phonemic awareness and early literacy skills, fitting seamlessly into your existing literacy instruction.
Speakers
avatar for Kellis Webb

Kellis Webb

Literacy Coach
My name is Kellis Webb and I have dedicated 23 years to education, spending 21 of those years in the kindergarten classroom.  For the past two years, I have stepped into the role of literacy coach, focusing on Reading Academy and supporting the diverse literacy needs of both students... Read More →
Thursday July 30, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1217
  Instructional, Pre K, K-2

10:00am CDT

Literacy Small Group in Action: K-1 (74)
Thursday July 30, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1233
Refine your ability to provide responsive instruction. In this session, participants will observe a small group in action to analyze real-time decision-making and instructional adjustments. Teachers will walk away with tips and tricks of systems, routines, and progress-monitoring strategies designed to meet the unique needs of the students in front of them. (*This is part 2 of a 2 part training for literacy small group instruction. Participation in both is encouraged but not required. “Literacy Library Unlocked” is the part 1 course.)
Speakers
avatar for Jessica Fowler

Jessica Fowler

Instructional Coach, Prosper ISD
avatar for Kirby Jarzombek
Thursday July 30, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1233
  Instructional, K-2

10:00am CDT

Math Workshop—What Students are Doing When You’re in Small Group (K-2) (405)
Thursday July 30, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2120
Learn how to structure math workshop so your students can become successful, independent learners,allowing you to maximize small group instruction. This session will focus on structure, accountability, andexpectations and will include sample tasks.
Speakers
avatar for Donna Boucher

Donna Boucher

Mathematics Consultant & Author, Math Coach's Corner
Donna Boucher brings a wealth of experience to the education world, having served as a teacher, math instructional coach, interventionist, and curriculum coordinator. Now, she partners with schools and districts to improve math outcomes and support effective teaching practices. A sought-after... Read More →
Thursday July 30, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2120
  Instructional, K-2, 3-5

10:00am CDT

More Than Just a Short Answer: Designing Authentic BCRs with Padlet (75)
Thursday July 30, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1215
Brief Constructed Responses don’t have to be "boring"! Learn how Padlet Sandbox can help you transform responses into engaging learning experiences while building your confidence with the tool. You’ll leave with a ready-to-use activity you designed yourself and can implement right away.
Speakers
avatar for Hailey Geiser
avatar for Victoria Fiddler
Thursday July 30, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1215
  Instructional, 3-5, K-2

10:00am CDT

Phonics Foundations: A Guide to a Week in the Life of Kindergarten Phonics (297)
Thursday July 30, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1221
This session provides essential support for teachers new to the PISD phonics curriculum. We will explore our framework in a "Week at a Glance" approach and teach the basics of our research based phonics routines that balance explicit instruction, guided practice, and independent application.
Speakers
avatar for Amy Williams

Amy Williams

Reading Specialist
I am and Amy Williams and I am so excited to be presenting at Prosper Connects this year!  I have been in education for 26 years. I have just completed my 11th year in PISD in which I have been a reading specialist for the past 6 years. I have taught PK, K, 1st and 2nd grade as well... Read More →
avatar for Allison Zick
Thursday July 30, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1221
  Instructional, K-2

10:00am CDT

WIN Time: Systems that Work (212)
Thursday July 30, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1216
This session builds a clear understanding of WIN Time as a campus-wide system designed to meet student needs through intentional grouping and targeted instruction. Participants will explore the non-negotiables, structures, and routines that make cross-grade implementation successful. By the end, they will leave with a practical, ready-to-use framework to launch or refine WIN Time on their campus.
Speakers
avatar for Heather Clay

Heather Clay

Elementary Literacy Coach
EV
Thursday July 30, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1216
  Instructional, K-2, 3-5

11:00am CDT

Building a Culture of Excellence in Your Classroom (305)
Thursday July 30, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
Do your students know you expect them to succeed—or just hope they will? What would change in your classroom if every student knew you expected them to succeed at a high level? In this session, you will feel empowered with simple strategies to implement in your classroom to build a culture of excellence where kids want to succeed as much as you want them to.
Speakers
avatar for Hannah Freeman
avatar for Peyton Bunch

Peyton Bunch

5th Grade ELAR/SS, Cockrell Elementary
TS
Thursday July 30, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
  Instructional, K-2, 3-5

12:00pm CDT

A Day in the Life of Pre-K: Understanding Early Learning Through Play (63)
Thursday July 30, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
2225
This session is designed for new Pre-K teachers and kindergarten teachers who would benefit from understanding the structure of a blended Pre-K classroom. Participants will explore how play-based learning drives instruction while teachers differentiate instruction, collect observational data, assess student growth, utilize flexible grouping, and collaborate to support the development of young learners. This professional learning session provides educators with a window into what a typical day looks like in a high-quality Pre-K classroom. Participants will explore how early childhood learning is intentionally designed through play-based experiences, hands-on exploration, and language-rich interactions. The session highlights the essential Pre-K standards, the blended Pre-K classroom model, and developmentally appropriate instructional practices that support young learners. Participants will gain insight into how foundational skills in literacy, math, language, and social development are nurtured through structured routines, learning centers, and purposeful teacher interactions. Through hands-on activities and real classroom examples, teachers will learn how play serves as a powerful tool for developing problem-solving, communication, and independence in young children. By the end of the session, educators will leave with a deeper understanding of the Pre-K learning environment and how it prepares students for future academic success.
Speakers
PM

Penny Morgan

Early Childhood Special Education Teacher, Prosper ISD
Hello!

I currently teach Pre-K with Prosper ISD and this is my 4th year attending this workshop! I absolutely love it and cannot wait to learn new and innovative ways to help my students learn and grow! This is my 15th year in early childhood special education and my 5th year with ECSE in... Read More →
avatar for Laura Boyett
Thursday July 30, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
2225
  Instructional, Pre K, K-2

12:00pm CDT

From Scribbles to Stories: Scaffolding the Kindergarten Writer's Workshop (advance) (278)
Thursday July 30, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
1124
How do we move from "scribbles on a page" to intentional, self-regulated writing? Using the principles outlined in Visible Learning and the Gradual Release of Responsibility, this session equips Kindergarten teachers with strategies needed to launch and sustain a successful Writer’s Workshop.
Participants will explore how to transition from Teacher Modeling (I Do) to Collaborative Writing (We Do) and finally to Independent Application (You Do), ensuring every student—regardless of their starting point—sees themselves as an author.
Speakers
avatar for Beth Stober
avatar for Michelle Brantzeg

Michelle Brantzeg

Kindergarten Teacher
With 22 years in education, including 17 years in kindergarten, I am passionate about creating a classroom where young learners feel supported, confident, and excited to learn. I hold a Master’s degree in Elementary Math and Language Arts and love helping children grow academically... Read More →
TM

Tricia Myrie

Literacy Consultant
Thursday July 30, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
1124
  Instructional, K-2

12:00pm CDT

Interactive Read Aloud: Mastering Intentional Discourse for Deeper Comprehension (247)
Thursday July 30, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
1212
Transform your read-alouds from a passive listening experience into a powerhouse for student thinking. In this session, participants will learn how to intentionally plan and deliver interactive read-alouds that promote meaningful student discourse and ensure the rich thinking transfers to students’ independent reading and writing.
Speakers
avatar for Heather Garavaglia

Heather Garavaglia

Librarian, Prosper ISD
Thursday July 30, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
1212
  Instructional, K-2, 3-5

12:00pm CDT

Tech that Supports: Supporting Diverse Learners in GenEd and Resource Classrooms (381)
Thursday July 30, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
1100
Less theory, more "I can actually use this." Discover how technology can open doors for diverse learners in both general education and resource settings, with hands-on tools and real classroom strategies you can implement right away.
Speakers
avatar for Hailey Geiser
avatar for Tracey Heusinkveld
Thursday July 30, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
1100
  Instructional, K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12

1:00pm CDT

Being an Elementary UIL Academic Campus Coordinator (30)
Thursday July 30, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1204
Attendees will learn the resources provided to them and strategies for handling the position of UIL Academic Campus Coordinator smoothly. All Coordinators are encouraged to attend to get prepared for the upcoming school year.
Speakers
avatar for Racy Kane

Racy Kane

Director of Academic Competition, Prosper ISD
Racy Kane serves as Director of Academic Competition for Prosper ISD where she supports Speech and Debate throughout the district, Spelling Bee, Mock Trial, Robotics, and UIL Academics at the district's 30 campuses.
Prior to moving to the district office, Racy was the Associate Principal at Prosper HS where she served in campus administration for 6 years. She runs multiple UIL District contests in the North Texas area and is the UIL Regional Director for Region 2-5A and 1-6A. For the past 13... Read More →
HR

Hannah Rodriguez

Speech & Debate Coach
Thursday July 30, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1204
  Instructional, 3-5, K-2

1:00pm CDT

From Chaos to Clarity: AI for Special Education Teachers (382)
Thursday July 30, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1126
Special education teachers in self-contained and resource settings face the daily challenge of balancing complex instruction, intensive behavior support, data collection, and family communication—often with limited planning time. This session explores how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can serve as a powerful partner in reducing cognitive overload and streamlining professional responsibilities.
Using the High-Leverage Practices (HLPs) framework as a guide, presenters will demonstrate practical, evidence-based applications for AI across four essential domains: Collaboration, Data-Driven Planning, Instruction, and Behavior, with an emphasis on instruction and behavior. Participants will learn how to move beyond generic tools to create highly individualized student supports—from drafting family-friendly progress summaries and visual schedules to analyzing behavior patterns and generating multi-level academic materials.
Through real-world examples and sample prompts, this session highlights how early-career teachers are currently using AI to enhance instructional precision while maintaining the human-centered, ethical, and relational heart of special education.
Speakers
avatar for Anna Ballard

Anna Ballard

Secondary Inclusion Teacher
Thursday July 30, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1126
  Instructional, K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12

1:00pm CDT

Literacy Library Unlocked: Grades 2-5 (71)
Thursday July 30, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1233
This session will offer teachers the opportunity to learn about the campus literacy library and all it has to offer. We will walk participants through responsive ELAR Small Group Instruction using the resources found in the literacy library (leveled texts, lesson folders, decodable texts, Reading/Writing strategies books). We will also discuss how to incorporate responsive writing instruction with the literacy library resources in the literacy small group structure. We will also talk through how teaching up can be accomplished through small group while using the lesson folder as a starting point.
Speakers
avatar for Fabiana Vaughn

Fabiana Vaughn

Instructional Coach, T&L Department
avatar for Erika Hutchinson

Erika Hutchinson

Instructional Coach
Thursday July 30, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1233
  Instructional, 3-5, K-2

1:00pm CDT

Navigating the ELAR Workshop in 1st Grade (advanced) (207)
Thursday July 30, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1218
The ELAR Workshop is a powerful structure used to support high levels of literacy growth. This session explores the architecture of the ELAR workshop, focusing on how to build student agency through choice and voice. We’ll navigate the challenges of fostering deep engagement during independent reading and writing, and explore how to use conferring as a bridge to student mastery.
Speakers
avatar for Brittany O'Leary
Thursday July 30, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1218
  Instructional, K-2

1:00pm CDT

Number Talks & Other Numeracy Tasks to Kick Off the Math Workshop (59)
Thursday July 30, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1219
Kick off your math workshop with powerful routines that build students’ number sense and mathematical thinking. In this session, teachers will explore Number Talks and other short numeracy routines that engage students in reasoning, strategy sharing, and meaningful math discourse. Participants will leave with practical routines that are quick to implement and help create a strong mathematical start to every math block.
Speakers
avatar for Kim Burch

Kim Burch

Elementary Math Coordinator, PISD
I LOVE all things Math and Prosper ISD!
Thursday July 30, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1219
  Instructional, K-2, 3-5

1:00pm CDT

WIN Time That Delivers: From Data to Instruction (213)
Thursday July 30, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1214
In this session, teachers will learn how to use student data to form flexible, homogeneous groups and design targeted instruction that meets varying needs. Participants will reflect on their current WIN Time practices and refine their approach for greater impact. By the end, they will leave with a clear, actionable plan to implement WIN Time effectively in Unit 1.
Speakers
avatar for Heather Clay

Heather Clay

Elementary Literacy Coach
EV
Thursday July 30, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1214
  Instructional, K-2, 3-5

1:00pm CDT

World Traditions in the Music Room (55)
Thursday July 30, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1100
Mid-Autumn Festival, Diwali, Lunar New Year, Holi, AAPI Month, Sakura season, and more! Take 5-10 minutes at the start of your music lesson to recognize a culture different from our own, listen to a related song, and acknowledge the changing seasons will add richness and vibrancy to your music classroom! Our Prosper students love to learn, and adding a small recognition of the vibrancy of our world cultures will grow your students education and empathy.
Speakers
avatar for Corey Fisher
Thursday July 30, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1100
  Instructional, K-2, 3-5

2:00pm CDT

Creating Confident Writers in the Primary Writer's Workshop (Grades 1 and 2)- Introduction (279)
Thursday July 30, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1124
In this session, teachers will learn the instructional "moves" that have the highest impact on student achievement, focusing on how to help 1st and 2nd graders move from simple labeling to sophisticated, multi-sentence narrative and informational structures.
Speakers
TM

Tricia Myrie

Literacy Consultant
Thursday July 30, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1124
  Instructional, K-2

2:00pm CDT

DBQ Basics for Elementary Grades 2-5 (237)
Thursday July 30, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1216
What’s a DBQ? In this session, we will break down the DBQ process and what that could look like in the elementary classroom. Participants will leave the session with clarity and an understanding of the basics needed to launch a DBQ with their students.
Speakers
avatar for Shauna Copeland
KM
Thursday July 30, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1216
  Instructional, 3-5, K-2

2:00pm CDT

Foster Creativity in Pre-K (Emphasizing Process over Product) (306)
Thursday July 30, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1235
This training session explores the concept of process art and its role in early childhood classrooms. Emphasis is placed on shifting the focus from producing a perfect final product to valuing the creative process itself. Educators will gain practical strategies to support student exploration, choice, and individuality, while recognizing the importance of the learning, thinking, and problem-solving that occur during art experiences.
Speakers
avatar for Amy Ceron
avatar for Sindhuja Muthukumar

Sindhuja Muthukumar

Hello! I am Sindhu and I am an Instructional Assistant at Calhoun Early Childhood School.
I have been in early childhood education for 6 years with children ranging from 3 to 6 years old.
I believe school for all ages is meant to be magical, playful, and fun. My passion is to light a fire in children, showing them there is wonder all around just waiting to be discovered. I am passionate about process art because it helps me connect with the children while they crea... Read More →
Thursday July 30, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1235
  Instructional, Pre K, K-2

2:00pm CDT

From Unit Planner to Daily Plans: Bridging the Planning Gap (431)
Thursday July 30, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1217
Let’s be honest: it’s easy to get lost between the "big picture" unit plan and what actually needs to happen on a Tuesday morning. This session is about closing that gap so your daily instruction actually matches your unit goals. We’ll work on turning those broad plans into simple daily wins, making sure every lesson has a clear focus and a path to student success.
Speakers
avatar for Tiffany Nelson
Thursday July 30, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1217
  Instructional, K-2, 3-5

2:00pm CDT

Literacy Small Group in Action: 2-5 (72)
Thursday July 30, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1233
Refine your ability to provide responsive instruction. In this session, participants will observe a small group in action to analyze real-time decision-making and instructional adjustments. Teachers will walk away with tips and tricks of systems, routines, and progress-monitoring strategies designed to meet the unique needs of the students in front of them. (*This is part 2 of a 2 part training for literacy small group instruction. Participation in both is encouraged but not required. “Literacy Library Unlocked” is the part 1 course.)
Speakers
avatar for Fabiana Vaughn

Fabiana Vaughn

Instructional Coach, T&L Department
avatar for Erika Hutchinson

Erika Hutchinson

Instructional Coach
Thursday July 30, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1233
  Instructional, 3-5, K-2

2:00pm CDT

Navigating the ELAR Workshop in 2nd Grade (advance) (205)
Thursday July 30, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1223
The ELAR Workshop is a powerful structure used to support high levels of literacy growth. This session explores the architecture of the ELAR workshop, focusing on how to build student agency through choice and voice. We’ll navigate the challenges of fostering deep engagement during independent reading and writing, and explore how to use conferring as a bridge to student mastery.
Speakers
avatar for Sarah Corrigan
DV
Thursday July 30, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1223
  Instructional, K-2

2:00pm CDT

Navigating the ELAR Workshop in Kindergarten (advance) (209)
Thursday July 30, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1218
The ELAR Workshop is a powerful structure used to support high levels of literacy growth. This session explores the architecture of the ELAR workshop, focusing on how to build student agency through choice and voice. We’ll navigate the challenges of fostering deep engagement during independent reading and writing, and explore how to use conferring as a bridge to student mastery.
Speakers
avatar for Meg Stevens

Meg Stevens

Kindergarten Teacher, Prosper ISD
avatar for Shelby Matthews

Shelby Matthews

Kindergarten Teacher, Bryant Elementary
Thursday July 30, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1218
  Instructional, K-2

2:00pm CDT

Neurodiversity‑Affirming Classrooms: Small Shifts, Big Impact (139)
Thursday July 30, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
2211
What if "challenging behaviors" were actually "unmet needs"? In this hands-on session, we shift the lens from a compliance-based model to a neurodiversity-affirming approach. Rather than focusing on "fixing" the student, we explore how to "fix" the environment to support diverse brains. Participants will move beyond theory to practice, conducting a 360-degree sensory audit of a classroom and testing a "toolkit" of low-cost, high-impact strategies. You will leave with a concrete "one-inch shift" plan. a single, immediate change you can implement tomorrow to reduce cognitive load, honor sensory needs, and foster a culture of belonging for every learner in your building.
Speakers
avatar for Kristi Massey
Thursday July 30, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
2211
  Instructional, K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12

2:00pm CDT

Phonics Foundations: A Guide to a Week in the Life of Second Grade Phonics (298)
Thursday July 30, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1225
This session provides essential support for teachers new to the PISD phonics curriculum. We will explore our framework in a "Week at a Glance" approach and teach the basics of our research based phonics routines that balance explicit instruction, guided practice, and independent application.
Speakers
avatar for Sarah Sullivan

Sarah Sullivan

Reading Specialist
Hi! I’m Sarah Sullivan, and I’ve been teaching for 15 years. I spent 13 of those years in second grade—which will always hold a special place in my heart—and I am now in my second year as a Reading Support Teacher. Phonics and literacy have always been my favorite parts of... Read More →
avatar for Karen Vann

Karen Vann

Reading Specialist
I am proud to serve as a Reading Specialist in Prosper ISD.  This is my eighth year in the district.  I have been an Educator for over three decades serving as a Classroom Teacher, a Reading Coach, and a Reading Specialist.  Teaching students to read is my passion!  I enjoy helping... Read More →
Thursday July 30, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1225
  Instructional, K-2

2:00pm CDT

The Roving Framework: Adapting Literacy Scaffolds for Problem Solving (58)
Thursday July 30, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1219
Tired of students getting "stuck" on multi-step problems or staring at blank pages during writing? In this hands-on session, you’ll learn how to adapt the "Roving Paragraph" strategy into a high-engagement, collaborative rotation. We will explore how to use this movement-based technique to tackle the 6-Step Problem Solving Framework in Math and paragraph construction in ELAR. Leave with a "plug-and-play" strategy that turns individual struggle into collective success!
Speakers
avatar for Kelsey Longtin

Kelsey Longtin

Instructional Coach
Thursday July 30, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1219
  Instructional, K-2, 3-5
 
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