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2025 All Systems Go: A Teaching and Learning Conference
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Thursday, June 26
 

9:00am CDT

Choosing the Right Text to Maximize Literacy Growth
Thursday June 26, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
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
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Thursday June 26, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
Innovate B

10:00am CDT

Empowered Readers: The Science Behind Effective Teaching
Thursday June 26, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
In this session, participants will learn what research says about The Science of Teaching
Reading and how that translates into practical application in the classroom. We will 
explore common misconceptions and scientifically sound instructional shifts to improve 
literacy learning outcomes for all students.
Speakers
avatar for Tanya Kellerman

Tanya Kellerman

Science of Teaching Reading Implementation Specialist, ESC Region 11
Tanya Kellerman, M.Ed., is a dedicated Science of Teaching Reading Implementation Specialist with extensive experience in education. She has served as a Cohort Leader for the Texas Reading Academies, guiding educators in enhancing their literacy instruction. Tanya's expertise encompasses... Read More →
Thursday June 26, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Innovate B
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  • global Y

1:30pm CDT

The Brain and Behavior: How Does Our Brain Do It?
Thursday June 26, 2025 1:30pm - 2:20pm CDT
Understanding how the human brain develops behaviors, how memory plays a vital role, and what parts of our brain are the key players helps us with better supports, interventions, and outcomes. Join us for an adventure in behavior, while we try to unravel the mystery and process the reality of behavior and behavior change.
Thursday June 26, 2025 1:30pm - 2:20pm CDT
Innovate B

2:30pm CDT

Opening Doors to Reading: Making Books Accessible for All!
Thursday June 26, 2025 2:30pm - 3:20pm CDT
In this engaging and hands-on session, educators will discover innovative strategies to make reading accessible for all students. Participants are encouraged to bring a device to practice these techniques and empower students to take control of their own reading accessibility.
 
Speakers
avatar for Shannah Blankenship

Shannah Blankenship

Special Education Specialist for the Blind and Visually Impaired, ESC Region11
My name is Shannah Blankenship. I have been a TVI for 12 years and a COMS for 5 years. I am currently the Special Education Specialist for the Blind and Visually Impaired at ESC Region 11. I have a Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction from Midwestern State University and completed... Read More →
Thursday June 26, 2025 2:30pm - 3:20pm CDT
Innovate B
 
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