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2025 All Systems Go: A Teaching and Learning Conference
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Wednesday, June 25
 

9:00am CDT

K-2 Shifting the Balance: 6 Ways to Bring the Science of Reading into the Balanced Literacy Classroom
Wednesday June 25, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
Engage A
The six shifts in bringing the science of reading into a balanced literacy classroom work together in a way that enhances their overall effectiveness. When implemented collectively, they create a stronger, research-based foundation for literacy instruction. The six shifts together bridge the gap between balanced literacy and structured literacy, ensuring students receive both engaging reading experiences and the explicit instruction they need to become proficient readers. 
Speakers
avatar for Lindsay Carrier

Lindsay Carrier

Instructional Content Specialist-HQIM/OER, ESC Region 11
My name is Lindsay Carrier, and I serve as an Instructional Content Specialist for HQIM/OER at ESC Region 11. With 23 years of experience in education, I have taught 1st–3rd grades, worked as an interventionist, literacy coach, and reading specialist, and served as a district curriculum... Read More →
Wednesday June 25, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
Engage A
  Literacy
  • global Y

10:00am CDT

"Effective Writing Instruction: A Science of Reading Approach"
Wednesday June 25, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Collaborate A
This professional development session explores the key principles of effective writing instruction grounded in the Science of Reading. Educators will learn how writing supports the development of reading skills and vice versa. Participants will gain practical strategies for teaching writing that aligns with evidence-based practices, emphasizing phonics, vocabulary, and fluency in written expression
Speakers
avatar for Jessica Bravo Malagón

Jessica Bravo Malagón

Presenter, ESC11
Jessica Bravo Malagón is a Reading Academies Cohort Leader at ESC Region 11, dedicated to supporting educators in implementing effective, research-based literacy instruction. With nine years of experience as a bilingual teacher, bilingual specialist, and literacy coordinator, she... Read More →
Wednesday June 25, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Collaborate A
  Literacy
  • global Y

10:00am CDT

Advanced Word Study for Secondary Students
Wednesday June 25, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Engage D
In this session, participants will learn about the importance of teaching advanced word study to all students, but especially to those who struggle with literacy. We will examine a bit of data demonstrating the gaps that some secondary students demonstrate in reading and spelling. We will then spend the rest of the time developing background knowledge related to English phonololgy, orthography, and morphology. Throughout the session, participants will learn and practice specific instructional strategies to help studentss develop advanced word knowledge.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Thea Woodruff

Dr. Thea Woodruff

Program Coordinator, Meadows Center for Preventing Educational Risk
Dr. Thea Woodruff currently provides support and professional development toTexas state-level partners, districts, and schools through the Tier InterventionsUsing Evidence-Based Research (TIER) initiative at UT Austin’s MeadowsCenter for Preventing Educational Risk. Additionally... Read More →
Wednesday June 25, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Engage D
  Literacy

10:00am CDT

Unlocking Literacy: Multi-Component Phonics Instruction for Emergent Bilinguals
Wednesday June 25, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Collaborate B
Unlock the full potential of emergent bilingual students during phonics instruction by leveraging phonology, morphology, semantics, syntax, and crosslinguistic connections. This session will provide practical strategies to enhance decoding and meaning-making while honoring students’ linguistic resources. Teachers will explore ways to make phonics instruction more accessible, engaging, and effective for multilingual learners.
Speakers
avatar for Paola Pineda

Paola Pineda

Early Elementary Instructional Coach High-Quality Instructional Materials Specialist, ESC Region 11
Paola Pineda is an Instructional Content Specialist at ESC Region 11 with over 16 years of experience enhancing educational outcomes for all students, including emergent bilingual learners. She has previously served as an English and Spanish Reading Academies Cohort Leader, District... Read More →
avatar for Esmeralda Orozco

Esmeralda Orozco

Reading Academies Cohort Leader, ESC Region 11
Esmeralda Orozco serves as a Cohort Leader in the Reading Academy at ESC Region 11, bringing a strong background in bilingual education and early literacy. She holds a master’s degree in Bilingual Education and various certifications that support her work with educators. She integrates... Read More →
Wednesday June 25, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Collaborate B
  Literacy
  • global Y

11:00am CDT

Advanced Word Study for Secondary Students
Wednesday June 25, 2025 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
Engage D
In this session, participants will learn about the importance of teaching advanced word study to all students, but especially to those who struggle with literacy. We will examine a bit of data demonstrating the gaps that some secondary students demonstrate in reading and spelling. We will then spend the rest of the time developing background knowledge related to English phonololgy, orthography, and morphology. Throughout the session, participants will learn and practice specific instructional strategies to help studentss develop advanced word knowledge.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Thea Woodruff

Dr. Thea Woodruff

Program Coordinator, Meadows Center for Preventing Educational Risk
Dr. Thea Woodruff currently provides support and professional development toTexas state-level partners, districts, and schools through the Tier InterventionsUsing Evidence-Based Research (TIER) initiative at UT Austin’s MeadowsCenter for Preventing Educational Risk. Additionally... Read More →
Wednesday June 25, 2025 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
Engage D
  Literacy

11:00am CDT

Choosing the Right Text to Maximize Literacy Growth
Wednesday June 25, 2025 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
Engage A
Choosing the right text can make all the difference in your literacy lessons! In this session, we'll explore how to use a variety of texts—like decodables, picture books, and uncontrolled text—to maximize student growth. Discover practical strategies for selecting the best texts to meet your learning objectives and keep your students engaged.
Speakers
avatar for Kasha Ashworth

Kasha Ashworth

Reading Academies Cohort Leader, ESC Region 11
Kasha Ashworth is a Reading Academies Cohort Leader at ESC Region 11, where she supports teachers in bringing the science of reading to life in their classrooms. She’s passionate about helping educators use practical, evidence-based strategies that make a real difference for students... Read More →
avatar for Rachel Hart

Rachel Hart

Reading Academies Cohort Leader, ESC Region 11
Will provide
Wednesday June 25, 2025 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
Engage A
  Literacy
  • global Y

1:15pm CDT

Building Confident Writers in the Primary Classroom
Wednesday June 25, 2025 1:15pm - 2:05pm CDT
Create B
Want to inspire your young writers and help them feel confident putting pencil to paper? In this session, we’ll explore practical strategies and simple tips to build strong writing foundations in the primary classroom. Learn how to engage students, boost their confidence, and support their writing growth with effective, easy-to-implement techniques.
Speakers
avatar for Kasha Ashworth

Kasha Ashworth

Reading Academies Cohort Leader, ESC Region 11
Kasha Ashworth is a Reading Academies Cohort Leader at ESC Region 11, where she supports teachers in bringing the science of reading to life in their classrooms. She’s passionate about helping educators use practical, evidence-based strategies that make a real difference for students... Read More →
Wednesday June 25, 2025 1:15pm - 2:05pm CDT
Create B
  Literacy
  • global Y

1:15pm CDT

Syntax Matters: Improving Student Comprehension and Writing
Wednesday June 25, 2025 1:15pm - 2:05pm CDT
Innovate B
Syntax plays a crucial role in both reading comprehension and written expression, yet it is often an overlooked component of literacy instruction. In this session, participants will explore the power of syntax in constructing and extracting meaning from text. Through interactive activities, they will analyze how sentence structure impacts comprehension, discuss how syntax can enhance student writing, and identify the challenges presented by the complex syntax of academic language. Educators will leave with practical strategies to support students in navigating syntax effectively.
Speakers
avatar for Kimberly Smith

Kimberly Smith

Instructional Content Specialist for Elementary ELAR, ESC Region 11
Kimberly Smith is an Instructional Content Specialist for Elementary ELAR at ESC Region 11, specializing in delivering creative, engaging, and research-based instructional practices in elementary English Language Arts and Reading. With 28 years of experience in education, Kimberly... Read More →
Wednesday June 25, 2025 1:15pm - 2:05pm CDT
Innovate B
  Literacy
  • global Y
 
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