Prosper Connects '26: Full Schedule

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

8:00am CDT

The Power of Partnership: Sparking Success Together (410)

Thursday July 30, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am CDT

2224

Great teaching starts with great teamwork! In this session, participants will explore strategies to build positive, collaborative relationships with co-teachers, paraprofessionals, and teaching assistants. Through interactive discussions and practical scenarios, attendees will gain strategies to support mutual respect, communicate effectively, and align on goals to create a cohesive classroom environment. By igniting the spark of collaboration, you’ll unlock the full potential of your teaching team and set the stage for student success.

Speakers

Christine A. Collins

Consultant, Region 10 ESC

Christine A. Collins is in her fifth year as an Early Childhood Consultant with Region 10. She is originally from Detroit Michigan, where for many years she taught children in Kindergarten through 4th grade. Upon coming to Texas, Christine provided instruction to Dallas ISD students... Read More →

Thursday July 30, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
2224

Instructional, Pre K

9:00am CDT

The Power of Partnership: Sparking Success Together (416)

Thursday July 30, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT

2224

Speakers

Christine A. Collins

Consultant, Region 10 ESC

Thursday July 30, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
2224

Instructional, Pre K

10:00am CDT

The Power of Partnership: Sparking Success Together (421)

Thursday July 30, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT

2224

Speakers

Christine A. Collins

Consultant, Region 10 ESC

Thursday July 30, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
2224

Instructional, Pre K

11:00am CDT

The Power of Partnership: Sparking Success Together (426)

Thursday July 30, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT

2224

Speakers

Christine A. Collins

Consultant, Region 10 ESC

Thursday July 30, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
2224

Instructional, Pre K

1:00pm CDT

Play, Learn, Grow: Small Group Success (174)

Thursday July 30, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT

2224

Join us for a session all about how to provide intentional push-in small group instruction during purposeful play centers to maximize student learning without disrupting play. Participants will explore strategies for embedding targeted skills, scaffold learning, and differentiate instruction while children are actively engaged in meaningful, hands-on activities.

Speakers

Kaitlyn Schoppe

Jennifer Thorpe

Blended PreK Teacher, Prosper ISD

Jenn is a Blended PreK teacher in Prosper ISD and has spent 17 years in the Early Childhood classroom. She is the mother of two young boys and has been married for 16 years. Jenn has a Bachelor's degree in Interdisciplinary Studies from Texas Woman's University and is currently working... Read More →

Thursday July 30, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
2224

Instructional, Pre K

2:00pm CDT

Access for All: Effective Modifications for Inclusive Whole Group Instruction (175)

Thursday July 30, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT

2224

Join us for a session that focuses on practical strategies for modifying whole group instruction to better include and engage all students. Participants will explore how to adapt content, delivery, and expectations to meet diverse learning needs while maintaining high levels of participation for all students. Through real classroom examples and easy-to-implement supports, educators will learn how to scaffold instruction, increase accessibility, and create an inclusive environment where every learner can succeed during whole group lessons.

Speakers